Classic Vibe: Mary J. Blige “Our Love” (1997)

Classic Vibe: Mary J. Blige “Our Love” (1997)

Mary J. Blige has covered classic soul artists from Aretha Franklin to Rose Royce.  “Our Love” is a cover version of Natalie Cole’s 1977 hit that appeared on Mary’s Share My World album.  The song was produced by James Mtume (whose group Mtume...
Classic Vibe: Teena Marie “Aladdin’s Lamp” (1980)

Classic Vibe: Teena Marie “Aladdin’s Lamp” (1980)

  Today marks the one year anniversary of Teena Marie’s untimely passing.  As a trailblazer in the music industry, I don’t believe Teena Marie ever received the level of credit that she deserved.  From “The Brockert Initiative” to becoming...