Listening to Arnold J.’s new single, "Muddy Waters," isn't quite like anything else swirling around right now. It arrives with the gentle insistence of incoming tide, pulling you into its specific gravity. Arnold J., Ghanaian-born and now Canada-based, weaves a sound tagged as alt-country and folk, but those labels feel thin, like trying to contain smoke. There’s earthiness, sure, but his soulful vocal lines...

Amanda Holley's new song "Seasoning" is a seductive mix of old-school soul and modern pop. Amanda Holley, who is known for her strong singing and deep love of music, pays tribute to soul with her latest song, "Seasoning." On her long list of amazing shows, you can find names like Carnegie Hall, Coachella, and the United Nations. Many films, including "Sharon 123" on Showtime Networks, have...