This isn't a change in direction so much as a reaffirmation of their many influences. Having perfected an Africa 70-inspired party vibe with their last album, Ottawa, ON's Souljazz Orchestra dial up the spiritual jazz while retaining the sonic fullness they've developed over the years. Opener "Awake... Full Review

If Paul Murphy's loft were stripped bare, it would have the appearance of an elementary school classroom. Under the high ceilings are massive south-facing windows that take up the entire wall along with the space heaters that come up from the floor to meet them. They are divided only by a ledge that runs the entire length of that side of the room.... Read More

Jack White says it best in Under Great White Northern Lights, the new documentary of the White Stripes's 2007 Canadian tour, when he cites a review that called them simultaneously the most fake and the most real band in the world.... Read More