“The song is about removing that mask of expectation ... It’s been eight years since Maxwell last released an album. His 2016 LP, blackSUMMERS’night, was released on July 1 as the second ...

It’s the source of his origin story, and as with anyone’s hometown, it maintains an indelible hold on his memories: recollections of family and friends, first music lessons and high-school jobs.

The Maxwell Quartet draws fascinating parallels between the father of the string quartet and Scottish folk music in their latest release.

The legendary singer performed a delightful 30-minute set of some of his signature songs ... chain necklace, Maxwell opened ...