Adolf Alzuphar

Bio

Emmanuel Adolf N. Alzuphar is a music critic.

Maxwell Talks New 'blackSUMMERS'night' and Creating Music "In Solidarity with Others"

By Adolf Alzuphar

After seven years of silence, Maxwell is back. Long known as one of the early masters of modern, spiritually conscious soul music, the legend announced his return Sunday at on one of the biggest stages for black music — the BET Awards. In addition…

Esperanza Spalding Takes Us Inside Her New Album and Her Deep Love Affair With Jazz

By Adolf Alzuphar

In 2011, jazz musician Esperanza Spalding stunned viewers of the 53rd Grammy Awards by taking home the award for best new artist. Jazz pianist and singer Norah Jones had won the award in 2003, but no one expected Spalding to win. How could a double…