sharon jones & the dap-kings

Daptone Records’ Gabriel Roth on Sharon Jones and the Power of Music

Daptone Records’ Gabriel Roth on Sharon Jones and the Power of Music

A recent compilation of rare covers by Sharon Jones and the Dap-Kings only highlights what we've long known. Soul music is of a rare and special breed capable of uniting people across many societal lines.

The 70 Best Albums of 2010

The 70 Best Albums of 2010

2010's best albums are highlighted by the emergence of a future superstar, two veteran and virtuoso rappers, and a Dream Team of indie bands releasing career peaks.

The 60 Best Songs of 2010

The 60 Best Songs of 2010

Journey back to 2010 for 60 slices of musical greatness highlighted by one of the most delightful expletive-ridden hits in pop music history.

“I Feel Like I’m Going to Be Able to Do Everything”: An Interview with Sharon Jones

“I Feel Like I’m Going to Be Able to Do Everything”: An Interview with Sharon Jones

Following some high-profile collaborations and soundtrack features, Sharon Jones and the Dap-Kings suffered through two deaths and a devastating cancer diagnosis. Jones talks about surviving such hardships and now, her most anticipated album to date.

Sharon Jones & The Dap-Kings: 7 August 2010 – New York

Sharon Jones & the Dap Kings: 30.April.2010 – New York

Sharon Jones and the Dap Kings + Naomi Shelton and the Gospel Queens

Live from Bonnaroo 2008

Various Artists: Daptone 7 Inch Singles Collection, Vol. 2

Retelling the History of Black Music: Adventures in American Retro-ism

Sharon Jones and the Dap-Kings: 100 Days, 100 Nights