Interview: Sharon Jones

Talking style, vocal prowess and the joy of fishing with The Dap-Kings' leading lady

On the heels of her collaboration with Cole Haan, iconic soul singer Sharon Jones—the acclaimed front woman of Sharon Jones and the Dap-Kings—kindly took some time out to speak with us. Cole Haan tapped Jones and the band for an upbeat rendition of “White Christmas,” and the result is a beautiful reflection of what they do best: make superb, soulful music. This has been a …

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Dent May's Stoned for Christmas, D'Angelo's new album, Mr Twin Sister's disco mix and more in ListenUp this week

D’Angelo and The Vanguard: Black Messiah D’Angelo released an incredible new album, Black Messiah, and not only is it a beautiful, thoughtful and soulful, it’s also poignantly timely. Dent May: I’ll Be Stoned For Christmas Mississippi-based Dent May’s “I’ll Be Stoned For Christmas” is insanely catchy, with relatable lyrics for any smoker headed back home for the holidays and catching up with high school homies. …

Bang & Olufsen BeoPlay H2 Headphones

Hands-on with the premium audio-maker's new texture-centric on-ear offering

Bang & Olufsen products come with a certain amount of expectation. The Danish audio-maker has established and maintained a reputation for excellence in performance, aesthetic and dependability since its humble beginnings in an attic in the north of Denmark. With the launch of the H2 headphones—part of the BeoPlay line—the brand continues to expand its appeal to customers looking for high-quality audio in a more …