CLAY TRIBUNE / THE ARCHIVE

Tag: funk

A man sits quietly in a warmly lit room, evoking the introspective mood of the album.

Album Reviews7/10

Mac Miller’s ‘The Divine Feminine’ Turns Romance Into A Slow, Rewarding Study

A look back at Mac Miller's slow-burning soul record The Divine Feminine, track by track.

By mitch·2 min readSeptember 11, 2026

A dimly lit recording studio with vintage synthesizers, a microphone, and scattered instruments, evoking a moody, creative atmosphere.

Album Reviews7/10

Prince’s ‘Slaughterhouse’ Unearths Ten Fan-Club Outtakes, and Three of Them Actually Work

A track-by-track review of Prince's 2004 fan-club release, a messy sketchbook of outtakes with three standout tracks worth hearing.

By mitch·6 min readSeptember 10, 2026

A purple electric guitar leans against a vintage amplifier in a dimly lit studio, with a microphone in the foreground.

Album Reviews6.3/10

Prince’s HITnRUN Phase Two Digs Back Into Live-Funk Roots and Mostly Delivers

Prince's HITnRUN Phase Two is a bold live-band funk record that proves he still owns the groove. Read our review of the 2015 album.

By mitch·3 min readSeptember 10, 2026

A dimly lit recording studio with a guitar, microphone, and tape equipment in soft light.

Album Reviews6/10

94 East & Prince’s ‘Cookhouse Five’ Is a Warm Session, Not a Statement

A 21-minute, five-track album from 94 East & Prince offers a warm, raw session. Our review says it's a modest listen for dedicated fans, scoring 6/10.

By mitch·4 min readSeptember 10, 2026

A purple silhouette of a musician in a hat under neon lights, evoking a retro-funk album cover.

Album Reviews5.3/10

Prince’s HITnRUN Phase One Opens Weak Before Snarling Back

Prince's 2015 album HITnRUN Phase One is a split record: a sluggish first half, then a strong finish. Uneven but with standout tracks like 'X's Face.'

By mitch·6 min readSeptember 10, 2026