I have a track for you that is steeped in soul, grit and the tenacity of hip-hop royalty. This week’s Pick of the Week comes from none other than Charyse Marshall, aka Mahogany Jones, a name that reverberates with authenticity, power and the kind of lyrical mastery that makes you sit up and take notice. She doesn’t just step onto the track; she commands it. And if you’ve been following her story, you know she’s been a force since her days on BET’s 106 & Park “Freestyle Fridays,” where she didn’t just compete — she became the first four-time undefeated champion, setting a high bar for freestyle.

From her early days in New York to her reign in Detroit, Jones has sculpted a career that transcends borders. As a cultural ambassador for American Music Abroad and the U.S. State Department’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, she’s made hip-hop a global language, representing not just a genre but a movement. And now, Jones is back with her latest single, “Go,” featuring the sultry, soulful vocals of Detroit’s own Monica Blaire.

This track is whole a vibe, a layered experience that dips into the underground while embracing house and techno with a remix from Roberto “Ma$terPeace” Peace. The synergy between Jones and Blaire is electrifying, their voices effortlessly weaving through rhythm and melody. Jones’ lyrics are fierce, thoughtful and uplifting, a reminder of the resilience and beauty of Black womanhood, while Blaire’s hook is pure Detroit, grounding the track in a sonic landscape that’s as innovative as it is soulful. Check it out:

If deep grooves and underground energy move you, tune in every Saturday at 6 p.m., when The Progressive Underground takes you on a musical journey through future soul, techno, deep house, nu-jazz and those rare grooves that keep the spirit alive. See you next time, peace.

Stay up-to-date with Mahogany Jones at mahoganyjones.com.

Let me tell you, this week’s pick is nothing short of a revelation. Amber Mark, the bold and unapologetic artist who first commanded our attention with her 2022 debut, Three Dimensions Deep, has returned. Her latest single, “Sink In,” is not just a track — it’s a communion of sound and spirit, an invitation to experience the visceral pulse of after-hours grooves and an all-encompassing vibe.

Mark penned and produced this track herself, and it shows in every intricate layer. She’s crafted a rhythm that doesn’t just catch your ear; it ensnares your entire being, compelling you to, quite literally, sink in. The beat is anchored in a hypnotic, groove-laden bassline reminiscent of Giorgio Moroder’s disco mastery, yet transformed — shaped with jungle undertones and a 21st-century heartbeat.

And those piano flourishes? They swirl in the background, creating a landscape rich with emotion, suspense and the promise of dancefloor liberation. There’s a mystical quality here, wrapped in 808 beats that echo and reverberate, expanding the track’s sonic reach to feel like an immersive journey and a superb listening experience.

“Sink In” doesn’t just ask you to listen; it demands that you give in, that you allow the rhythm to take hold of you, to lead you to that place where time is irrelevant, and only the beat remains. Mark is giving us a taste of what’s to come with her upcoming EP, and if this single is any indication, we’re in for something truly exceptional.

If you’re as captivated by electronic dance fusion as I am, join us on The Progressive Underground every Saturday at 6 p.m. Here, we journey across genres — future soul, nu-jazz, deep house, B-sides, and those rare grooves you won’t find anywhere else. I’m Chris Campbell, and until next time, keep digging deeper.

Stay in tune with Amber Mark’s latest, from releases to tour updates, at ambermarkmusic.com.