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The Al Ur Pal Project

Soul, R&B, Funk, Gospel & Jazz from Al Wordlaw

Original music, timeless influences and a catalog built from years of songwriting, production and collaboration.

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Meet Al Wordlaw

Al Wordlaw is a veteran Chicago-based producer, singer and songwriter blending soul, R&B, funk, gospel and jazz with music that uplifts, inspires and spreads love.

His music draws on soul, R&B, funk, gospel and jazz influences, love songs and timeless, groove-based music.

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About

About Al Wordlaw

Al Wordlaw is a veteran Chicago-based producer, singer and songwriter, and the creative force behind The Al Ur Pal Project. With a musical foundation shaped by soul, gospel, jazz, funk, Motown and the smooth melodic character of ’90s R&B, Wordlaw has spent decades creating songs built around melody, emotion and a message of encouragement.

A proud Seventh-day Adventist, faith plays an important role in both his life and his music. For Wordlaw, songwriting is about more than entertainment. His work is rooted in love, hope, positivity and human connection, with songs intended to uplift listeners and offer something meaningful across generations.

Over the years, Wordlaw has written and produced more than 70 tracks, building a catalog that reflects his wide-ranging musical influences and dedication to songwriting. Through The Al Ur Pal Project, he brings those songs to life with a growing circle of vocalists, musicians and producers.

Collaborators have included vocalists Huly Ray Asidor, Shen Asidor and Sofia Banga, along with musicians and producers who have helped shape selected recordings while preserving Wordlaw’s original vision at the heart of the project. Over the years, Al has also worked with and featured artists and musicians connected to MAXX TRAXX, Omni, Heaven & Earth, The Dells, Pattie Hamilton, Raphael Miles, Tom Tom 84, Earth, Wind & Fire, and Jerry Butler’s band.

A former firefighter as well as a lifelong creative, Wordlaw brings a sense of purpose, perseverance and service to everything he does. With The Al Ur Pal Project, he continues to share music designed to uplift, inspire and spread love.

Music

Music from The Al Ur Pal Project

Releases are shown with their official distribution credit.

In Jesus’ Name (That’s Wut I’d Say) — The Al Ur Pal Project feat. The AsidorS single cover

In Jesus’ Name (That’s Wut I’d Say)

The Al Ur Pal Project feat. The AsidorS

Gospel / Soul · Released June 1, 2026

A faith-centered gospel/soul release sharing a message of hope, encouragement and belief.

  • Written and produced by Al Wordlaw
Still Want To Go On — The Al Ur Pal Project feat. Huly Ray Asidor single cover

Still Want To Go On

The Al Ur Pal Project feat. Huly Ray Asidor

Soulful R&B

A soulful R&B recording written by Al Wordlaw.

  • Songwriter / composer: Al Wordlaw
  • Production: Al Wordlaw and Michael B. Sutton
If You Were My Loving Girl — The Al Ur Pal Project feat. Huly Ray Asidor single cover

If You Were My Loving Girl

The Al Ur Pal Project feat. Huly Ray Asidor

R&B

An R&B recording written and produced by Al Wordlaw.

  • Written and produced by Al Wordlaw
  • Remix / production contribution: Michael B. Sutton
My Honey Her Drips Radio Edit — The Al Ur Pal Project feat. Shen Asidor single cover

My Honey (Her Drips) — Radio Edit

The Al Ur Pal Project feat. Shen Asidor

R&B

An R&B radio edit written and produced by Al Wordlaw.

  • Written and produced by Al Wordlaw
  • Remix contribution: Michael B. Sutton
I Think I’m Falling Radio Edit — The Al Ur Pal Project feat. Huly Ray Asidor single cover

I Think I’m Falling — Radio Edit

The Al Ur Pal Project feat. Huly Ray Asidor

Warm, romantic R&B · Released December 1, 2025

A warm, romantic R&B radio edit.

  • Written by Al Wordlaw
  • Producer / remixer contribution: Michael B. Sutton
Let’s Funk — The Al Ur Pal Project feat. Sofia Banga single cover

Let’s Funk — Radio Edit

The Al Ur Pal Project feat. Sofia Banga

Upbeat funk and soul · Released December 26, 2025

An energetic funk and soul radio edit.

  • Written, composed and produced by Al Wordlaw
  • Co-produced by Michael B. Sutton
  • Hiroshi Upshur — keyboards / arranging
  • Josh Sklair — guitar
  • Sofia Banga — lead vocals

Explore the Full Catalog

Discover the complete The Al Ur Pal Project catalog on Bandcamp. Listen to the music, explore past releases, and purchase your favorites directly from the official Bandcamp page.

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Still Want To Go On

Radio, Charts & Press

From independent radio airplay and national chart activity to magazine features and music-media support, Al Wordlaw and The Al Ur Pal Project continue to reach listeners through soul, funk and R&B.

Chart Success

Documented results for “Still Want To Go On”.

  • #47DRT Global Top 150
  • #46DRT R&B
  • #140Mediabase R&B
  • #6MusicBoxExpress Independent
  • #4VideoExpress Video
  • 1,572Worldwide Radio Spins
  • 20+Radio Stations Airing the Song

Radio Airplay

KPIU Radio

The Al Ur Pal Project releases have received ongoing radio support and music-discovery rotation.

“Let’s Funk” feat. Sofia Banga received KPIU Radio support and playlist promotion.

Press & Magazine Features

  • Pump It Up Magazine

    Al Wordlaw / The Al Ur Pal Project was featured as part of the magazine’s 90s R&B Revival coverage.

  • JAMSPHERE Magazine

    Feature coverage of Al Wordlaw / The Al Ur Pal Project.

  • Pump It Up Magazine — “Let’s Funk”

    “Let’s Funk – The Song That Turns Any Room Into a Dance Floor”

    Featuring The Al Ur Pal Project feat. Sofia Banga.

Collaborations

Collaboration is part of The Al Ur Pal Project approach. Al Wordlaw remains the central artist and songwriter, joined on selected recordings by these artists and musicians.

Huly Ray Asidor

Featured vocalist

Vocals on Still Want To Go On, If You Were My Loving Girl and I Think I’m Falling.

Shen Asidor

Featured vocalist

Vocals on My Honey (Her Drips).

Sofia Banga

Featured vocalist

Lead vocals on Let’s Funk.

Michael B. Sutton

Producer, remixer and collaborator

Worked with Al Wordlaw on selected recordings, including production and remix contributions.

Hiroshi Upshur

Keyboards and arranging

Keyboards and arranging on Let’s Funk.

Josh Sklair

Guitar

Guitar on Let’s Funk.

Barbara Acklin

Vocalist

Acclaimed soul vocalist Barbara Acklin, best known for the classic “Love Makes a Woman,” is part of Al Wordlaw’s musical collaboration history.

Hear “Love Makes a Woman” on YouTube

Career Connections

Over the years, Al Wordlaw has worked with and alongside a wide range of artists, musicians, arrangers and groups across soul, R&B, funk, gospel and jazz. His creative history includes collaborations, featured artists and musical connections that span several generations of American music.

Artists & Groups

Al has worked with:

  • MAXX TRAXX
  • Omni, the group/band associated with Jerry Butler
  • Lawrence Hanks
  • Heaven & Earth

Featured Artists

Artists Al says he has featured include:

  • Pattie Hamilton
  • The Dells
  • Raphael Miles

Notable Musical Connections

Al has also worked with:

  • Tom Tom 84, known for arranging work with Michael Jackson
  • Members of Earth, Wind & Fire
  • Musicians connected with Jerry Butler’s band

Legacy Music

From the Catalog

The Al Ur Pal Project is not limited to one new single. Al Wordlaw has an extensive songwriting and music catalog, including archival material from earlier projects and recordings.

  • Love Is Our Law

    Catalog recording

  • Get in the Music

    Recording associated with Rushing

  • Tell Your Boyfriend

    Recording associated with Rushing

  • I Want to Be in Love

    Recording associated with Rushing

Catalog material is separate from The Al Ur Pal Project’s current singles above. More details will be added.

Watch

Official music videos from The Al Ur Pal Project.

In Jesus’ Name (That’s Wut I’d Say)

The Al Ur Pal Project feat. The AsidorS

The Al Ur Pal Project - Still Want To Go On (Official Video) ft. Huly Ray Asidor

My Honey (Her Drips) — Radio Edit

The Al Ur Pal Project feat. Shen Asidor

Let’s Funk — Radio Edit

The Al Ur Pal Project feat. Sofia Banga

Latest News

News and updates from The Al Ur Pal Project.

Publishing

Wordlaw Publishing

Wordlaw Publishing represents Al Wordlaw’s songwriting and music catalog.

Licensing & Publishing Inquiries

Professional inquiries welcome:

  • Songwriting
  • Publishing
  • Catalog inquiries
  • Licensing
  • Sync opportunities
  • Artist collaborations
  • Music-industry inquiries

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