Ruben Sings Luther – Ruben Studdard (Review)
Strong vocals yet a redundant offering. – Nicknamed the ‘Velvet Teddy Bear’, Ruben Studdard won the second season of American Idol almost 15 years ago. Unable to replicate the success […]
The O’Jays at Theatre Royal Drury Lane – 15th July 2018 (Preview)
For one night only, The O’Jays will be performing at London’s Theatre Royal Drury Lane on 15th July 2018. The current line-up – original members Eddie Levert and Walter Williams, […]
‘The Resurrected Tour’ – Alexander O’Neal 2018 Tour (Preview)
Alexander O’Neal has always professed a fondness for the UK. In fact, the American R&B singer moved to Manchester last year and apparently enjoys Northern friendliness and overcast weather. This […]
‘Don’t Make Me Over’ – Dionne Warwick 2018 UK Tour (Preview)
In news that will excite the soul music enthusiast, legendary vocalist Dionne Warwick is returning to the UK in September 2018. Born in New Jersey in 1940, Warwick began her […]
Dreamgirls – New Cast (Review)
The new cast maintain the magic of this soulful powerhouse of a show. – The London production of Dreamgirls, directed by Casey Nicholaw, has been given a new lease of […]
Ventriloquism – Meshell Ndegeocello (Advance Review)
Even on a covers album, Meshell Ndegeocello never eschews the subversion for which she is deservedly celebrated. – Prolific songwriter, producer, and bassist Meshell Ndegeocello has forged a reputation for […]
Deelee Dubé Quartet Presents ‘Tryin’ Times’ at Royal Albert Hall (Review)
A polished, warming tribute to a jazz legend. – First things first. Fresh coffee, Eggs Benedict, and live jazz is an utterly joyous combination to combat Sunday lethargy. The Royal […]
Black Voices at the Royal Albert Hall (Review)
Spine-tingling vocal performances and esteemed, expert musicianship. – Founded by Musical Director Carol Pemberton MBE in 1987, Black Voices are proud champions of the Black oral tradition. Their mission is […]
Sometimes A Rose Will Grow In Concrete – Sy Smith (Review)
Like the rose in the title song, Sy Smith blooms on this record. – Due to heavy commitments in the editorial calendar, The House That Soul Built sadly missed a timely review […]
Ivy Chanel at Hideaway (Review)
A wonderful evening of summer-tinged soul. – Ivy Chanel, born in Philadelphia and now living in London, was not previously on the radar of this soul music enthusiast. A vocal […]
Ruby Turner at Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club (Review)
An evening of masterful and raw soul music. – With an active career since the 1980s, Ruby Turner surely sits among the old guard of British soul. While perhaps lacking […]
Valentine’s Day Special: Five Romantic Soul Jams
To celebrate Valentine’s Day, The House That Soul Built have compiled a list of five of our favourite romantic and/or sensual soul songs. We have decided to venture outside the […]
A Night of Whitney at the Jazz Cafe (Review)
A very worthy tribute occasionally marred by audience caterwauling. – It has been over six years since Whitney Houston tragically died. Idolised for the sheer clarity, depth, and power of […]
The Anti-Valentine’s Day Playlist
In the run-up to Valentine’s Day, we know that many people will be spending it alone. Hence, The House That Soul Built thought it’d be useful to feature four of […]