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Michelle's Midnight Melodies is in deep mourning! We are sad to announce that one of soul music's most influential, yet often underexposed, figures has passed away from us. Billy Nichols, a true G.O.A.T. when it came to songwriting and production, has exchanged the temporary for the eternal at the age of 85. And believe us, this man was no goat in the music industry, but a legend whose work has formed the soundtrack to many a romance and late-night drive. For those who could not immediately associate the name Billy Nichols with a face, we understand

The wind is whispering softer today, and the air is filled with the echoes of a voice that generations have cherished. Here at Michelle's Midnight Melodies, we raise a glass (with something hot and soupy, of course) to a true legend: the unforgettable Frankie Beverly. On this day, his celestial birthday, we reflect on the man who conquered the world with his soulful vocals and stole our hearts forever with Maze's unparalleled grooves. Born in sweltering Philadelphia, Frankie was no stranger to the music scene before he took the world

Who among us hasn't ever secretly sung along to that one track that reminds you of love, lust, or maybe that forbidden affair? Exactly, we're talking about “Me and Mrs. Jones,” the ultimate soundtrack for the soul who does occasionally venture outside the lines. And today, my dear Midnight Melodies listeners, we take a moment to honor the legendary Billy Paul, the man whose voice perfectly captured those unforgettable emotions. Born on December 1, 1934, Billy Paul was no average

Well, this is one of those posts that makes you stand back for a moment, even here at Michelle's Midnight Melodies. We must say goodbye to a true legend, a voice that made generations groove and reflect. Judy Cheeks, the queen who captured both soul and dance floor, has stepped off the stage at the age of 71. And believe us, the heavenly record label has an absolute G.O.A.T. in it. Her influence on the R&B, soul and dance scene is simply indelible. Judy was no one-hit wonder; she was a musical chameleon who was

R&B supergroup RSVP, consisting of Ray J, Sammie, Bobby V and Pleasure P, has released their latest single ‘Lay You Down. With this track, they dive deep into the nostalgia of 90’s slow jams, with harmonies reminiscent of legendary groups such as Jodeci. In ’Lay You Down,‘ each member is given space to shine with individual verses, resulting in a sensual track about a romantic evening without distractions. This is the first release since their debut single ’Money Everywhere‘ and sets the tone for their highly anticipated upcoming