Roderick Moody, aka DJ Rahdu, host of the immensely popular internet show "BamaLoveSoul" has been an important messenger in shining the spotlight on the burgeoning underground soul scene in recent years. With the success of his first compilation entitled "On Deck", it’s only right that he follows up with another gem. "On Deck 2" is a journey into the paradise of hazy laid back soul from a number of up and coming artists. One of those talents is James Tillman. On "Shangri La" his falsetto floats over a dreamy and intimate composition about an earthy paradise. Birmingham Ala native and gifted lyricist Fayth Hope waxes poetic about strength and fearlessness on "Warrior". Los Angeles native Jevon Reynolds is another name to remember. "Silence" is a touch of modal jazz and soul wrapped into a sultry composition. There’s plenty of quality soul music out right now and this sublime compilation is a good place to explore and savor.
