Conversation with V
Truth is a powerful thing to a soul sweet as honey. For those of you misled by the ‘neo-soul’ moniker, there is still truth within the lie. The production and songwriting energy you felt in the likes of Musiq Soulchild, DJ Jazzy Jeff, and Justin Timberlake have manifested themselves in what you will come to know as simply V. This Revelation is Now Televised as sonic rapture that is the essence of Philly Soul’s sound.
I mean, “Who Would I Be” if I didn’t speak to the unified seduction of the likes of Glenn Lewis, Marvin Gaye, and Raphael Saadiq in this brothas sound? Strip down any attempts to conform and you have “Another Phase” of love songs and socially aware vibes that are sure to throb and enthrall your all. Whether you have dreams of Stevie Wonder while jonzin’ to “Would You Be Mine” or an erotic blend of D’Angelo and Prince in the midst of “Still”, V will make his artistry the common thread between them all.
And when it comes to using music as a weapon, V is not shy in the least. Choosing to question the purpose of negativity, he chooses to reveal the unseen side of the world’s mirror. “Picture This” and “Who Would I Be” beautifully render your imagination with scenes of a world where we all looked out for our fellow man.
“Picture this…a world where there is no frustrations cause occupations won’t be greater than the Creator’s plan”
My brothas and sistas… the revolution is here! The revelation is now! The voice is V! Power to the people!
-Ben J Brown Jr.
for honeysoul.com
In this conversation V speaks about his past history in music and his future, the connection to Gil Scott-Heron, and talks about what he learned from Jill Scott. We’ll also hear songs from what I feel is one of the best albums of the year, The Revelation Is Now Televised.
-Honey
My Odeo Channel (odeo/62dff69d01e946bc)
This is a tight album. I post a few of his singles on my blog earlier this year.
—NikkiYes I agree with you V, this album is in my top 5 of the year. He’s a wonderful talent, we need more from you V.
—JenYo, I’ve been stallin’ like forever to get the album but this will definitely make me finally shell out the dough to get this album… everything I hear from it is on point!
—R7SoulkiddGot this album a few month back…It is superfly…this is Neo soul to the core…’Hey Pretty Baby’ still rings in my mind..so so good!!…
—NDgoV, Keep it comin with the knowledge through music. Your amazing voice and wisdom is inspiring on many levels. To put my 2 loves together as one…. Wow!!
—BI got this album the week it came out and I love it! Funny, I just played it this past weekend. And I loved this interview. You two kept it funny :)
—MwabiKeep more of that coming. Definitely can hear the years of experience behind the talent.
Sim
—Simple'I have had the opportunity to listen to V’s album and its really dope. Keep doing your thing!
—TyV got this cd from a local shop ,not knowing what i got just liked the retro (gil scott cover), but once my ears got a hold of this brother’s vocals mannnnn! all of the tracks are very well produced,keep the soul coming V !
—william josephI love this album, definitely a long time coming but it is now televised and taking the world by storm. Keep that heartful music coming Boo!
—MarshaAnd i agree also, about the album, when i first heard it, i had to run out and get it, you know you have to support your friends, so every store that didn’t have the album, i went and requested it in different cities that i traveled. I still play the album, i’m listening to it right now, while typing this. Keep doing your thing V, see you @ the top……PEACE AND BLESSINGS!
—AL-WEEThis album is one of the best albums of all time. How uplifting and positive! I am so thankful for such great music that really moves me.
—Shri CockroftShri
Honey,
Thanks to you V….
is one of a few great friends.
Thank you for all you do Honey…
And I’m just sharing with everyone here
the man’s a cross between Marvin Gaye and Musiq Soul child.
yeah… that’s V
Peace and Harmony
—Hark the poetLive in Bliss
Yah sis..
HARK the Poet
V…this man’s music will leave you speechless, which is perfect for listening to him, no need for words, just listen and be pleased. Full of therapy within his melody. Call me an addict, because I’m hooked.
—Raven WhiteHey Honey
—TrelIt’s Trelly and I just came through to re-visit this interview. Like you, I’m still turning people onto this marvel of a singer that we know to simply be called “V” — so I want to thank you for keeping your archives alive because I enjoyed this more today than I did when I first tuned in.
Stay blessed lady!
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