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Queue Points is the Ambie Award-nominated music podcast that is dropping the needle on Black Music history and celebrating Black music through meaningful dialogue. The show is hosted by DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray. Visit https://queuepoints.com to learn more.
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Sep 19, 2023
The Grammys, Intergenerational Experiences, Black Women's Empowerment: A QP Hot Topics Show
On this hot topic episode, we discuss the recent announcement by the head of the Grammy Committee about AI in music. We explore the evolving rules surrounding AI songs and ponder who will be eligible for nominations in the future. We take a trip down memory lane to the empowering era of the 1980s, where music and visuals reflected themes of Black women's empowerment. We discuss the challenges faced by Black women of size in the music industry during that time and propose alternative approaches to promote inclusivity and diverse representations.
Tune in for these topics and several others as we catch up on the latest music news!
Dive into the vibrant history of Black music history with Queue Points - LIVE at “The Fitness Factor” taping! RSVP at https://qpnt.net/fitnessfactor
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Opening Theme: Music by Danya Vodovoz
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Sep 12, 2023
The Fitness Factor: Live Taping & Fitness Session Commercial 1
Dive into the vibrant history of Black music history with Queue Points - LIVE at “The Fitness Factor” taping! RSVP at https://qpnt.net/fitnessfactor.
For the very first time, in honor of International Podcast Day, we're hosting a live taping in Buckhead. But it's not just about the music. With our ethos rooted in health, wholeness and wellness, expect much more than a musical journey.
Our generation is living longer, and we owe it to ourselves to not just live, but to live well and vibrantly. Queue Points' very own Jay Ray and DJ Sir Daniel are teaming up with Master Trainer Fitzroy Smith of FIT360 and the legendary Singer/Songwriter Kipper Jones for an unfiltered chat on music, well-being, and the importance of staying active.
Why just listen, when you can move with us?
Join in on the live Queue Points taping and follow it up with a complimentary workout session right at FIT360! Remember to come dressed in your workout attire because we won’t just be talking fitness; we’ll be living it.
Get ready to move, groove, and improve with your favorite podcast that drops the needle on Black music history!
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Sep 5, 2023
Show #114 - Examining Foxy Brown's Struggles and the Impact on Her Career During Hip-Hip's 50th Anniversary
Navigating critical judgment and personal trials to releasing a soul-stirring album, Foxy Brown's journey is full of highs and lows, from health issues to career-defining moments we are asking the question “why is Foxy Brown not being celebrated during #HipHop50?”
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Opening Theme: Music by Danya Vodovoz
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Aug 29, 2023
Show #113 - The Power of the Drop: Trip Hop and Drum & Bass Shook The World (Guest: Jason Randall Smith)
There was a rumble coming out of the UK in the early-1990s. With the heavy influence of hip-hop came new styles that changed the way many experienced the music they loved. From the early days of Jungle that birthed Drum and Bass to to Trip Hops genre bending sounds, the crew continues our musical journey to the UK with, guest, Jason Randall Smith of Radio BSOTS.
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Jason Randall Smith Bio
Jason Randall Smith’s longtime personal passions involve music appreciation, sonic curation, and media preservation. While attending the State University of New York at Albany, he volunteered at WCDB Albany 90.9 FM, hosting several radio shows as a DJ and producing promotional spots for the station. As a writer, Jason penned music reviews and long-form articles for Impose Magazine as well as podcast reviews for The A/V Club's Podmass column. In addition, his poem "A Lesson In Deterioration" was included in the book Soul Babies: Black Popular Culture And The Post-Soul Aesthetic by Mark Anthony Neal. Jason is the host and producer of Radio BSOTS (Both Sides Of The Surface), a podcast championing independent and Creative Commons music in a variety of genres since August of 2005. He is currently the music director at Bondfire Radio in Brooklyn, NY, where his curatorial duties help shape the sound of the station. Radio BSOTS has been broadcasting live on this station since February of 2015.
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Opening Theme: Music by Danya Vodovoz
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Aug 22, 2023
Show #112 - The Transatlantic Connection: UK R&B and Hip-Hop (Guest: Jason Randall Smith)
The US and the UK have always talked to each other through our music - inspiring one another to create something new and innovative. On this episode we explore UK R&B and Hip-Hop. We reminisce on some of our favorite artists, and how they impacted the United States music scene. From Loose Ends to Neneh Cherry to Sade, and much more. Join us along with our special guest Jason Randall Smith for a lively conversation.
Content Mentioned in This Episode
“A Fitting Musical Introduction | The World Meets Neneh Cherry”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pqCIaaUreAU
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TROY Podcast: http://troypodcast.com/
Jason Randall Smith Bio
Jason Randall Smith’s longtime personal passions involve music appreciation, sonic curation, and media preservation. While attending the State University of New York at Albany, he volunteered at WCDB Albany 90.9 FM, hosting several radio shows as a DJ and producing promotional spots for the station. As a writer, Jason penned music reviews and long-form articles for Impose Magazine as well as podcast reviews for The A/V Club's Podmass column. In addition, his poem "A Lesson In Deterioration" was included in the book Soul Babies: Black Popular Culture And The Post-Soul Aesthetic by Mark Anthony Neal. Jason is the host and producer of Radio BSOTS (Both Sides Of The Surface), a podcast championing independent and Creative Commons music in a variety of genres since August of 2005. He is currently the music director at Bondfire Radio in Brooklyn, NY, where his curatorial duties help shape the sound of the station. Radio BSOTS has been broadcasting live on this station since February of 2015.
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Opening Theme: Music by Danya Vodovoz
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Aug 8, 2023
Show #111 - Resilience and Resonance: The Legacies of House Music's Unsung Heroines
There isn’t a time when the resilience of Black women hasn’t been a source of inspiration. The resonance in the singing voices of some of these women gave way to some of the biggest hits in House music history. Black women are the unsung heroines of the genre.
ABC recently aired a segment on Good Morning America called “Queens of 90s House Music,” and on this episode DJ Sir Dance and Jay Ray break the episode down. We discuss the impact and legacy of these divas, celebrate their contributions, and shed light on the industry's [mis]treatment of artists. We'll touch on powerful moments in iconic songs, the importance of representation, and how these women paved the way for future artists.
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Content Mentioned in This Episode
“Queens of 90s House Music” ABC News: https://qpnt.net/FJY9
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Opening Theme: Music by Danya Vodovoz
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Aug 1, 2023
Show #110 - From Death Row to Madison Ave.: Snoop Dogg's Journey and Evolution
In the lexicon of great rap voices - Snoop Dogg absolutely stands as one of a kind. From his beginning as a young, talented rapper on Death Row’s roster to becoming a staple on “Madison Ave.,” selling us everything from beer and wine to food, Snoop is the definition of a survivor. His journey and evolution is inspiring.
For #HipHop50 let's celebrate the icon, the legend, and the true embodiment of coolness, Snoop Dogg. Get ready to vibe with us on Queue Points!
Watch this episode on our website: https://qpnt.net/show-110
Content Mentioned in This Episode
“Bones” Kill Count: https://youtu.be/tTKX6P4g20U
Related Queue Points Episodes
From Micky D's to Pepsi: Black Musicians, Marketing and the Food Industry: https://qpnt.net/show-109
'When Crack Was King': Author Donovan X. Ramsey On His Book About A Misunderstood Era: https://qpnt.net/show-107
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Opening Theme: Music by Danya Vodovoz
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Jul 25, 2023
Show #109 - From Micky D's to Pepsi: Black Musicians, Marketing and the Food Industry
Black bodies have always been used to sell products. Fast food has embedded ourselves into our memories - the smells, the childhood nostalgia, the music. On this episode, our hosts DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray delve into the strategic ways in which the food industry has used marketing and music to insert itself into our lives.
Watch this episode on our website: https://qpnt.net/show-109
Content Mentioned in This Episode:
A Brief History of Racist Soft Drinks: https://qpnt.net/F4a4
Targeted Food Marketing to Black and Hispanic Consumers: The Tobacco Playbook: https://qpnt.net/F4a5
A $300 billion opportunity: Serving the emerging Black American consumer: https://qpnt.net/F4a7
Aspartame Is a Possible Cause of Cancer in Humans, a W.H.O. Agency Says: https://qpnt.net/F4a9
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Jul 18, 2023
Show #108 - From Kid 'n Play to Salt-N-Pepa: The History of Hurby Luv Bug's Hit Machine
On this episode of Queue points, in our ongoing #HipHop50 series, we spotlight the influential Idol Makers crew and the 1988 release, "Hurby's Machine." Our focus is Hurby "Luv Bug" Azor, a prodigious and prolific producer and writer whose career seemingly froze in the late '90s, and who has remained largely silent in recent decades.
Join DJ Sir Daniel as he navigates us through this often overlooked chapter of hip hop history, shedding light on Azor's career, the rise of Salt-N-Pepa and Azor’s central role in one of hip hop’s most legendary diss wars - MC Lyte vs. Antoinette. Alongside Jay Ray, DJ Sir Daniel delves into the compelling story of The Idol Makers, the compilation album "Hurby's Machine," and the crew's leader, Hurby Azor. Tune in for a conversation about one of hip hop’s unsung producers.
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Opening Theme: Music by Danya Vodovoz
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Jul 13, 2023
Bonus - From Crack to Chronic: Preventing A Second Wave of the Crack Epidemic Through Hip Hop
In this bonus clip, guest Donovan X. Ramsey, reads from his book "When Crack Was King: A People’s History of a Misunderstood Era” highlighting the move from the use of crack to chronic. Ramsey reads from his chapter “Intervention” which explores how popular hip hop albums and songs of the late 80s and 90s played a significant role in shifting attitudes about crack, ultimately promoting an anti-drug theme. Films like "New Jack City," "Boyz n the Hood," and "Jungle Fever" also contributed to shaping perceptions of crack use among young Black and Brown folks.
The hosts delve into how rappers released numerous songs warning about the consequences of crack, debunking the myth that rap glamorized drugs. Ramsey shares his theory that Dr. Dre, whose album "The Chronic" coincided with a decline in hard drug use and a spike in marijuana use among Black and Brown teenagers, was an instrumental factor in preventing a second wave of crack.
Watch the full episode: https://qpnt.net/show-107
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Donovan X. Ramsey Bio
Donovan X. Ramsey is a journalist, author, and an indispensable voice on issues of identity, justice, and patterns of power in America. Ramsey has covered Black American life as a staff reporter at the Los Angeles Times, NewsOne, and theGrio. He served as an editor at both The Marshall Project and Complex. His freelance reporting has appeared in The New York Times, The Atlantic, GQ, WSJ Magazine, Ebony, and Essence. In 2023, he published When Crack Was King: A People's History of a Misunderstood Era, a work of narrative nonfiction exploring how Black America survived the crack epidemic for One World, an imprint of Random House, a division of Penguin Random House, the world's largest trade book publisher. Ramsey holds degrees from the Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism and Morehouse College. He lives in Los Angeles.
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Jul 11, 2023
Show #107 - 'When Crack Was King': Author Donovan X. Ramsey On His Book About A Misunderstood Era
On this episode of Queue Points, we delve into the book, "When Crack Was King: A People's History of a Misunderstood Era” with author Donovan X. Ramsey. Donovan discusses the tragic legacy of the crack epidemic through the eyes of four individuals, illuminating the vulnerability and resilience of the Black community. We discuss topics like harm reduction, the vital role of community, and the significance of having authentic representations of the people impacted by the crack epidemic.
Sharing deeply personal experiences, we explore the continuous ripple effects of the crack era, the failure of the criminal justice system, and the intersections between historical events like the Great Migration and the onset of the crack crisis. This episode confronts the disparities, the stigma, and the systemic negligence that fueled the crack epidemic. Join us on a journey of understanding and compassion of a misunderstood and misrepresented epidemic.
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Jul 4, 2023
Show #106 - House Party: A Timeless Coming-of-Age Film that Shaped a Generation of Black Youth
As part of our year-long #HipHop50 celebration, and to close out #BlackMusicMonth, Queue Points is going down memory lane to discuss the impact of the timeless Black youth coming-of-age film House Party. They are joined by special guest Jordan Clark, a comic book writer and co-host of the podcast White People Won’t Save You. The fellas discuss the impact of House Party on hip hop culture, highlighting its representation of teenage life and high school expectations. They analyze how the film broke through as a landmark mainstream movie for hip hop, leading to the release of other successful films in the era. They offer their thoughts on the movie's historical context, the characters, and their impressions of the recent movie reboot (Spoiler Alert: they don’t like it).
The lively discussion explores the significance of House Party in black teen cinema and hip hop culture, making it a must-listen episode for any fan of the movie and its impact.
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Jun 23, 2023
Show #105 - The Unheard Melodies: Exploring the Scarcity of Songs about Black Fathers
We’re back after a week off! In this thought-provoking podcast episode, we delve into a significant issue: the scarcity of songs about Black fathers. As the United States recently celebrated Father's Day, we couldn't help but notice the absence of such musical tributes.
Dr. Ed Garnes joins us as we unravel this phenomenon, analyze its underlying causes, and discuss actionable steps towards rectifying this disparity. Tune in to gain insights and be part of the movement for change.
Podcast Shoutout: They Reminisce Over You Podcast - https://troypodcast.com/
Topics Mentioned In This Episode
The Basement Series Presents a Sofa Session with Dee Barnes via The Hip Hop Caucus
Part 1: https://youtu.be/XM5h0rnAbEM
Part 2: https://youtu.be/yNMOyrvYolU
Karega Bailey & Jonny Gold ft. Felicia and Kamali "Blessings of Father:" https://youtu.be/_Pv-n_fRwPU
Dr. Ed Garnes Bio
Dr. Ed Garnes is one of the most dynamic therapists, educators and life consultants in America. A doctoral internship…
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Jun 9, 2023
Show #104 - From "Brandy" to "Full Moon": The Legacy of Brandy Norwood and Her Influence on Music
“She was Cinderella for Christ’s sake!” - DJ Sir Daniel
Join us on a journey as we delve into the remarkable and multifaceted career of “the vocal bible” Brandy Norwood, the renowned singer, songwriter, and actress who has left an indelible mark on the entertainment industry. During this show, we unravel the layers of Brandy's legendary early career, from her breakthrough as a teenage sensation to her evolution into a versatile and influential artist during the “Full Moon” era.
Watch this episode on our website: https://qpnt.net/show-104
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Tyler the Creator on the Rap Radar podcast: https://qpnt.net/tyler-rapradar
Watch Brandy “I Wanna Be Down:” https://qpnt.net/EKID
Watch Brandy “Full Moon:” https://qpnt.net/EKIV
Listen To Queue Points Show #51: https://qpnt.net/listen-show-51
Watch "KEKE PALMER sings Rihanna and Talks Going Broke After Success, Her Guilty Pleasures, and New Album!" from The TERRELL Show: htt…
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Jun 2, 2023
Show #103 - "Love to Love You, Donna Summer:" The Genius & Vulnerability of a Musical Icon
Venture into the heart of music history as we explore 'Love to Love You, Donna Summer', the poignant documentary co-directed by Summer’s daughter Brooklyn Sudano. Summer’s accomplishments include an incredible 16 #1 Billboard Dance hits. DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray discuss the documentary, Summer’s career and lasting impact of her legacy.
Before that, the two discuss a range of hip-hop topics from Kali’s new single “Area Codes,” “Billboard’s Top 50 Hip Hop Groups,” and three rap songs with Disco origins.
Also, DJ Sir Daniel shares his favorite songs featuring orgasms. Check out the “Your Q-Spot” playlist here: https://qpnt.net/yourqspot
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May 26, 2023
Show #102 - Aunty Entity: Honoring the Life and Legacy of Tina Turner
Tina Turner is a legend of the highest order. That term is thrown around a lot, but Ms. Turner has put in the work and the sweat to BE it. With a career that spanned more than 60 years, Ms. Turner did it all from dance to TV to Rock to Soul to Disco. She is forever the Queen of Rock & Roll, and on this Queue Points, we’re honoring the legacy of the one and only Tina Turner.
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May 20, 2023
Show #101 - The Lady’s Run It: The Black Queer Woman Music Renaissance (Guest: Anna DeShawn)
Black queer women are leading the way in 2023 by both releasing new and compelling music and visuals, and also being part of the pop culture conversation. From Janelle Monae’s “Lipstick Lover” to Da Brat’s pregnancy, we’ve been inspired watching the moves these ladies are making. Join us as we discuss some history of Black queer women in music and the foundation they laid for today’s artists.
Ambie Award-winning podcast producer and host Anna DeShawn will be joining us to discuss her work, the app she co-founded, The Qube, and her podcast Queer News.
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Anna DeShawn Bio
Anna, pronouns anything respectful, is a multi-award winning podcaster and Ambie award winning podcast producer and host. She is also a Chicago-born social entrepreneur who builds streaming platforms which center & celebrate BIPOC & QTPOC creatives. Media has always been her passion and in 2009 she turned that passion into a reality when she found…
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May 12, 2023
Show #100 - Two Years Of Queue Points & A Celebration of Bob Marley
Can you all believe it? We certainly can’t! It’s been two years since we started Queue Points and 100 official episodes of the show! On this episode we are going to reflect on this milestone, play some shoutouts from some of our listeners and discuss the documentary Marley.
Join us, reminisce, and share your memories with us.
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May 5, 2023
Show #99 - #RockHall, MET Gala & Our Top Shows of All Time
It’s been a while since we’ve done a weekly round up show, and here’s one for you! A lot has been happening in the world of music including the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame class of 2023 announcement. We discuss that along with the importance of honoring our artists while they are here. We catch up on The Met Gala and we discuss Queue Points’ top episodes of all time, so far!
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Apr 30, 2023
Show #98 - "One of One": Celebrating Unreplicable Artists
We hear it all the time - “is (insert artist here) the next Michael Jackson?,” “I wish we had another Whitney Houston.” The question we’re asking all of us is “is it possible to have another artist who are one of one?” Why do we keep searching? Join us for this discussion about artists who can’t be replicated.
In addition, the hosts have seen the documentary of, one of one artist, Little Richard and will discuss it as part of this conversation.
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Apr 23, 2023
Show #97 - Teddy Riley: The Legendary Journey of the King of New Jack Swing #1988Series
On June 13, 1988, Guy’s eponymous debut album was released, and solidified a shift in the sound of contemporary R&B of the time. Following that release, we entered the golden era of New Jack Swing, and the king was superproducer and artist Teddy Riley. Riley’s emergence as a producer of note in the mid-1980s continued the lineage of Black innovation in recording and songwriting. This show is all about T.R.
During the opening segment, DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray catch up on hot topics of the week.
About the #1988Series:
1988 was a banner year for Black music. Hip Hop solidified itself as a chart contenter, New Jack Swing was taking over, and classic albums hit the stores. This year-long series will honor important moments in one of the most important years in Black music history.
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Apr 14, 2023
Show #96 - "Been Around The World:" Songs By Non-Black Folks That Black Folks Love
The term blue-eyed Soul was coined in the mid-1960s, and referenced white artists that performed Soul and R&B music. The music industry has a long history of repackaging Black music (originally referred to as “race music”) for white consumption - oftentimes with the Black artists making less than their white counterparts for songs they originated.
By the 1970s, white artists such as Teena Marie, Bobby Caldwell, Average White Band and others were making the rounds on Black radio, and Black folks couldn’t get enough. Tune in as we discuss some songs by non-Black folks that Black folks love.
For our opening segments we will be catching up on Queen Latifah’s “All Hail the Queen” making it into the National Recording Registry and DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray will share one album, they think one another should take to a desert island.
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Apr 8, 2023
Show #95 - Prizmatic: In Search Of ... Pharrell Williams
April 5, 2023 marked the 50th birthday of musical phenom Pharrell Williams. Whether producing on his own or as part of The Neptunes or performing as a solo act, Pharrell has been part of some of the most interesting and influential music of the last 30 years. An icon of fashion, Williams’ latest role as the Louis Vuitton’s Men’s Creative Director isn’t as much surprising as it is “... of course.” For our main topic this week we’ll be discussing Virgina’s-own Pharrell Williams.
During our opening segment for this show we’ll be revisiting DJ Sir Daniel’s epic party, Prizmatic. We’ll also be discussing the film “Spinning Gold.” Finally we’ll be lifting up the fundraiser for JB’s Record Lounge.
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Apr 1, 2023
Show #94 - The Phenomenon of "Street Faërie": Cree Summer's Brilliant Rock Accomplishment #WomensHistoryMonth
If you’ve been around Queue Points for a while, you know that we’ve often had discussions about Rock & Roll, Black folks and our place in the culture. We’ve also mentioned the importance of Cree Summer in those conversations. Check out The Rock & Roll Show to catch up.
It’s the last couple of days of #WomensHistoryMonth, and during this conversation we discuss 1999’s “Street Faërie,” Summer’s excellent debut, and to date, only album. We’ll reminisce a bit about the time of its release, and discuss some of the songs. Tune in and reminisce. What’s your favorite song from the album?
Listen to Cree Summer's “Street Faërie”: https://qpnt.net/C-w3
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Mar 28, 2023
Discovering the Essence of Jimi Hendrix through 'The Boy Who Kissed the Sky'
The musical essence of Jimi Hendrix inspired the music for the play "The Boy Who Kissed the Sky." The play is being produced by the Alliance Theatre in Atlanta, GA from April 1st - 15th. The legacy of Jimi Hendrix is one of the most iconic in all of music history. Music composers Divinity Roxx and Eugene H. Russell IV sat down with Queue Points to discuss the inspiration behind the music in the play, the Black origins of Rock & Roll, Black rock musicians and why "The Boy Who Kissed the Sky" will inspire imagination in both children and adults.
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Divinity Roxx Biography
Divinity Roxx (Composer) is a Grammy-nominated American recording artist, composer, and musician, with four solo albums (Ain’t No Other Way…
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Mar 24, 2023
Show #93 - The Dangers of Extreme Fan Culture: Lessons from the Show "Swarm"
On this episode of Queue Points, the hosts discuss the hit show "Swarm" and extreme fan culture. They reflect on how social media has given fans a personal connection to their favorite artists and the possible downsides of this phenomena. The discussion then shifts to mental health challenges, challenges within the foster care system and the issue of suicide among Black women.
For the show's opening topics, the hosts show love to Karega and Felicia Bailey of Sol Affirmations, they also touch on the recent lawsuit against rapper Afroman filed by police officers claiming emotional distress, Tony! Toni! Tone! headed back out on tour, and they wish happy birthday to Stephanie Mills and Chaka Khan. Finally, the episode also includes an appreciation of rapper MC Lyte and her distinctive voice, which has become ubiquitous in TV, award ceremonies, and voiceover work.
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Mar 17, 2023
Show #92 - From Mary Dee Dudley to Wendy Williams: Discussing Black Women In Radio #WomensHistoryMonth
Queue Points, like so many in our audience, grew up on radio. Black women on the air has been part of our history, and, on tonight’s show, we’re discussing Black women on the mic and in the business of radio - Cathy Hughes, Lady B and Wendy Williams. We also play a portion of DJ Sir Daniel’s interview with radio legend Joyce Littel as well as reflections on radio from award-winning podcast producer and Director of Podcasts for Black Love Inc., Krystal Hill. Also DJ Sir Daniel gives us a history lesson on radio pioneer Mary Dee Dudley, America’s first Black woman radio disc jockey.
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Watch “Radio Legend Joyce Littel On Her History, Working With Usher and What's Next:” https://qpnt.net/littelinterview
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Mar 16, 2023
Radio Legend Joyce Littel On Her History, Working With Usher and What's Next #WomensHistoryMonth
Did you know that DJ Sir Daniel has a history in radio? Well, he absolutely does, as he spent many years working with Joyce Littel. With over 39 years in radio, Littel is showing no signs of slowing down, even lending her voice to a segment in Usher’s Las Vegas residency. Sir Daniel gives Joyce her flowers, as they discuss her history. Joyce drops some gems about what’s been most important during her career and what’s next for her.
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Joyce Littel Bio:
Celebrity… Author… Entrepreneur… Visionary! These are just a few words that merely come close to the defined greatness of Joyce Littel. Deemed a “Quiet Storm” of broadcasting perfection in the medium and muse of radio, Joyce Littel has undoubtedly set a standard of excellence throughout he…
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Mar 10, 2023
Show #91 - Recapping Our Journey To The Ambies
Planes, trains (maybe not trains) and automobiles, DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray hit the road to be present for The Ambies. Queue Points was nominated for the 2023 Best Entertainment Podcast, and this show is all about their experience in Las Vegas - memorable moments, reflections and feelings about the future.
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Mar 4, 2023
Show #90 - Haven't You Heard? A Queue Points Conversation about Patrice Rushen
It’s #WomensHistoryMonth, and we’re kicking off the month with a discussion about producer, composer, multi-instrumentalist and singer Patrice Rushen. At a time when few Black women controlled their musical creativity and output, Rushen was in a class all her own. 2023 marks the 45th anniversary of her move to Elektra Records. With hits including "Haven't You Heard?" and Forget Me Nots, the era marked Rushen’s shift to a more R&B/Pop style, and would give us some of her most recognizable songs. Join the guys for the conversation!
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Feb 25, 2023
Show #89 - I Got 5 On It: DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray Ask One Another Questions About Music
So hosts DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray have never asked one another questions about music on this show, and this time they do just that. There are no agendas, no specific topics, just the two hosts asking things they’ve never asked before. Join in for this special episode of Queue Points.
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Feb 20, 2023
R&B Girl Group ENV: Giving You Something You Can Feel
On this episode of Queue Points On The Radar, DJ Sir Daniel sits down with Big Trouble, Fait and Essence of the R&B girl group ENV. The Jackson, Mississippi-based group is getting a lot of buzz and have been inspired by the likes of Blaque, Destiny's Child and TLC. They are bringing their own flavor, and ready to show the world the fullness and fierceness of Black women!
Their latest single is called “Desire.” Stream it here: https://qpnt.net/desire-env
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ENV Biography
What happens when the South's 2022 Group of the Year and nostalgic R&B junkies form a girl band? You get ENV, a 3-piece American R&B girl group that will have you turning on your "stank face" with their captivating lyrics, charismatic stage performance and impeccable stage attire. Hailing from Jackson, Mississippi, ENV formed in 2007 in their high school choir who all just couldn't get enough of Blaque, Destiny's Child, TLC. They decided "Hey, we wan…
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Feb 18, 2023
Show #88 - Revisiting Flavor Unit's Compilation "Roll Wit Tha Flava" and the rise of Zhané #HipHop50
Thirty years ago, on February 16, 1993, Flavor Unit, Queen Latifah and Shakim Compere’s musical crew dropped their inaugural compilation CD - “Roll Wit Tha Flava.” After years of making appearances on each other’s work, this was the first time out for the crew as a whole. This episode will chart Queen Latifah’s artistic pivot, the record that marked the shift and the unlikely rise of an R&B powerhouse - Zhané. #HipHop50
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Feb 10, 2023
Show #87: Spike Lee & #HipHop50: Do you know? Do you know? Do you know? #1988Series
In the 1980s, Spike Lee showed young Black folks like DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray what was possible for us. Spike showed Black love and Black experience unapologetically on screen, and became an inspiration for many. Spike was also very connected to hip hop culture, and infused hip hop, Jazz and soul into every part of his films. On this episode we’re discussing the brilliant, Black, film history of Spike Lee through a music lens.
About the #1988Series:
1988 was a banner year for Black music. Hip Hop solidified itself as a chart contenter, New Jack Swing was taking over, and classic albums hit the stores. This year-long series will honor important moments in one of the most important years in Black music history.
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Feb 3, 2023
Show #86 - Black Steel In The Hour #HipHop50: Revisiting It Takes A Nation of Millions To Hold Us Back #1988Series
YEAAAAHHHHHHH BOYEEEEEEEEE! Public Enemy’s sophomore record It Takes A Nation of Millions To Hold Us Back was a line in the sand for where rap music was heading in 1988. An album that defined an era for Def Jam and thrust conscious rap into the mainstream, Millions is the gold standard for golden era hip hop. For the start of Black History Month 2023, we’re revisiting the impact of this landmark album.
About the #1988Series:
1988 was a banner year for Black music. Hip Hop solidified itself as a chart contenter, New Jack Swing was taking over, and classic albums hit the stores. This year-long series will honor important moments in one of the most important years in Black music history.
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Feb 1, 2023
The Healing Project: A Discussion With Samora Pinderhughes
Thanks to Carnegie Hall for sponsoring this episode. Carnegie Hall presents Samora Pinderhughes and Friends: The Healing Project on February 10, 2023 at 9PM. To purchase tickets visit: https://qpnt.net/healingproject. #ad #sponsored
Samora Pinderhughes is using his music to talk to us about our current moment, and calling back to a long, and important history of social justice in music. On this special episode of Queue Points, Pinderhughes sits down with Jay Ray to discuss his inspirations, his process and his hopes for how his music will impact the world.
The Healing Project is Pinderhughes’ multidisciplinary art project - “a digital archive, music album, and physical exhibition created and brought to life by hundreds of people across the U.S. through word, sound, song, and visuals.”
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Samora Pinderhughes Biography:
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Jan 31, 2023
Show #85 - Drawing Conclusions: #HipHop50 and Animation
During our last episode we discussed the introduction of MC Skat Kat during Paula Abdul’s “Opposite’s Attract.” The inclusion of an animated, rapping cat was one of the signals of hip hop’s growing cultural influence. In fact, hip hop was showing up in cartoons throughout the 1980s.
During the 1990s rappers moved easily into cartoon stardom. From Kid ‘n Play to MC Hammer we’re revisiting the era of the rapping cartoon.
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Jan 20, 2023
Show #84 - Forever Your Girl: The Lasting Legacy of Paula Abdul’s Debut
On our first episode in our year-long #1988Series, we are discussing the legacy of Paula Abdul’s music debut Forever Your Girl. The album landed with a bang launching Abdul’s career into the stratosphere with six Hot 100 hits including four number ones.
With game-changing videos and tight choreography from Abdul herself, Forever Your Girl, earned its respect among Black music fans. Tune in as we dive into the groove-filled moment in Pop history.
During the first segment of the show the hosts check in about musicians kissing and telling (we’re looking at you Smokey Robinson and Kiely Williams), Jay Ray’s ChatGPT revelation and more.
About the #1988Series:
1988 was a banner year for Black music. Hip Hop solidified itself as a chart contenter, New Jack Swing was taking over, and classic albums hit the stores. This year-long series will honor important moments in one of the most important years in Black music history.
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Jan 13, 2023
Show #83 - Didn’t We Almost Have It All?: 90s Girl Groups That Almost Became Superstars
One hallmark of the 1990s was the, still flourishing and profitable, girl group. On episode #5, back in 2021, we discussed why there aren't any girl groups anymore. For this episode we are remembering those groups that were right there on the cusp of superstardom.
Jade, Nuttin Nyce, Terri & Monica, Changing Faces, The Good Girls, Brownstone and BlackGirl. These groups had hits, and were so close, but it didn’t quite happen. On this episode we have a conversation about it, reminisce about some jams and discuss 90s girl groups that almost became superstars.
Also, DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray will rank their personal top 3 groups of all time.
In addition, during our first segment they discuss hip-hop going to school. What are Lupe Fiasco and Mickey Factz bringing to the classroom?
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Jan 6, 2023
Show #82 - Schoolhouse Rock At 50 & Recapping the Dionne Warwick Documentary
We are back for 2023! Kicking off our first show of the year is us remembering the enormous impact and jam-filled legacy of Schoolhouse Rock. The legendary platform premiered on January 6, 1973, and we’re celebrating its 50th birthday.
In addition to that, during the first segment of the show, DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray recap the Dionne Warwick documentary “Don’t Make Me Over.”
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Dec 9, 2022
Show #81 - Giving the Gift of Music for the Holiday
It’s the holiday season, and Queue Points is excited to discuss the season, and some of the fun music related memories from our past. We’ll also be unveiling our 2022 Holiday Gift Giving Guide, so that you can shop for the music lover in your life this holiday season.
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Dec 2, 2022
Show #80 - Music from the Frontlines of the HIV Epidemic (Guest: stephen hicks)
This World AIDS Day, DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray are dedicating the show to the music that helped educate and inform during the height of the HIV epidemic of the 1980s and 1990s. There is no justice movement that emerges without art, and many musicians turned HIV activists during the most difficult years. Black artists were absolutely on the frontlines demanding money for research and treatment and educating the community.
Joining us for this conversation is stephen hicks.
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stephen hicks Biography:
stephen is a writer, filmmaker, and public health advocate. He was the 2021-2022 Narrative Justice Fellow at CNP and is based in Washington, D.C.
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Nov 26, 2022
Show #79 - The Concept of Gratitude (Guests: B4Nine Podcast)
Well folks, it’s Thanksgiving, and a time when many folks are reflecting on their life over the last year, and preparing to spend time with friends and family. Well, we’ve invited our family to join us to celebrate. Ashli J. Washington and Mashaun D. Simon from B4Nine Podcast are stopping through!
B4Nine Podcast is getting set for their next season, and we want to talk to them about what happened during their break, what they’re thankful for and what folks can expect during the upcoming season of their show.
They are sticking around for our music topic of the week as well. Rolling Stone recently released “The 50 Greatest Concept Albums of All Time.” We’re going to discuss the list, what they got right, and what’s missing. Join us to chime in. What’s your favorite concept album of all time, and why?
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Nov 20, 2022
Show #78 - It’s Still All Good: A Conversation on the Future of Hip Hop (Guest: CSW)
If you checked out our last show, you heard an intense conversation on the current state of hip hop. This conversation brings into view one of the bright lights in the new school of MCs. Philly’s CSW joins us for a conversation to introduce himself and his philosophy to the Queue Points community.
DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray also check in on the Afros & Audio Podcast Conference.
This show was recorded in person at Rec Philly.
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CSW Biography:
I am a hip hop artist born and raised in Philadelphia. As a young black man, I strive for better energy in the world through my music. I am also a songwriter and poet.
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Nov 11, 2022
Show #77 - Hip Hop, Social Media & Violence: Is it still all good? (Guest: Mr. Al Pete)
The murder of Takeoff has shaken the world as a whole, and like many times on Queue Points, we’re asking the question “what can we do?” Well, for this episode we ask the question with all the accolades, the money and the fame, for hip-hop, “is it still all good?”
Joining us in segment 2 is Mr. Al Pete. Al Pete is the 2022 Black Podcasting Awards Best Music Podcast winner for his podcast The Tables Might Wobble. He not only joins us for our core topic, but tells us a bit about how The Tables Might Wobble was born.
You don’t want to miss this conversation from three hip hop elders about the state of the culture.
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Mr. Al Pete Biography:
Mr. Al Pete is a Hip Hop musician, podcaster, journalist, and the founder of Mister Peterson’s Neighborhood/The MPN Network. Created in 2012, MPN reached instant success with themed ‘warehouse’ parties and the birth of two sub brands: Fly Socks and Tees and The Groo…
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Nov 6, 2022
Show #76 - Queue Up The Vote (Guest: Malika Redmond, Women Engaged)
Queue Points is back, and we’re live, and it’s time for you to vote! Because it’s voting season in the United States, we’ve decided to dedicate this show to the importance of getting out to vote!
Malika Redmond, CEO and Co-Founder of Women Engaged, joins us to discuss her history of civic engagement, overcoming sexism and challenging misogynoir and why folks should be getting out to vote no matter what.
Queue Up The Vote, Y’all!!
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Malika Redmond Biography:
Malika Redmond is the Co-founder and CEO of Women Engaged, a near decade old initiative that develops the civic leadership of Black women, femmes, and girls through year round non-partisan voter engagement and reproductive justice advocacy. She has managed human rights, racial justice and youth empowerment projects both nationally and internationally for over 20 years, including founding the I…
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Oct 27, 2022
Show #75 - Country Queens: Tina Turner, Cassandra Wilson, Tanya Trotter (Country Music Series Pt. 4)
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Queue Points is proud to present part 4 of our Country music series featuring Mike “Big Mike” Bryant. We had so much more ground that we wanted to cover so Big Mike is back to help us unpack the impact of Black musicians on Country music. There’s so much to cover, and we only scratch the surface.
For this episode DJ Sir Daniel, Jay Ray and Big Mike wrap up their country music series by discussing three albums featuring Black women that expand on the genre of Country - Tina Turner’s debut album “Tina Turns the Country On!,” Cassandra Wilson’s “New Moon Daughter” and The War and Treaty’s “Hearts Town.”
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Oct 20, 2022
Show #74 - For Love & Country (Country Music Series Part 3)
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Queue Points is proud to present part 3 of our Country music series featuring Mike “Big Mike” Bryant. We had so much more ground that we wanted to cover so Big Mike is back to help us unpack the impact of Black musicians on Country music. There’s so much to cover, and we only scratch the surface.
For this episode we land on the amazing Amazon documentary For Love & Country. The film, directed by Joshua Kissi, features Black musicians revolutionizing Country music by being exactly who they are. The Queue Points crew dive in, and discuss the film and its implications.
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Oct 13, 2022
Show #73 - The Charley Pride Effect (Country Music Series Part 2)
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Queue Points is proud to present part 2 of our Country music series featuring Mike “Big Mike” Bryant. For this episode we pick up where we left off with honoring the tremendous career of Charley Pride. Big Mike takes us deep into Mr. Pride’s career, and we learn so much about his life and his work, and why he was able to excel in Country music.
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Oct 6, 2022
Show #72 - DeFord Bailey, Grand Ole Opry and the Origins of Country (Country Music Series Part 1)
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Queue Points is proud to present part 1 of our Country music series featuring Mike “Big Mike” Bryant. We had so much more ground that we wanted to cover so Big Mike is back to help us unpack the impact of Black musicians on Country music. There’s so much to cover, and we only scratch the surface.
For this episode we discuss some of the origins of Country, and how Black artists are foundational to the genre. From artists like DeFord Bailey to Rufus “Tee Tot” Payne on this episode we center Black musicians in the music.
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Sep 30, 2022
Show #71 - The Machines Are Coming
The news about FN Meka shocked many of us, but if we pull back the layers of it, the music industry has been test driving the idea of Blackness as an avatar for decades. What could this mean for our future, and how can we push back on it. On this episode we’re discussing artificial intelligence, holograms and Blackness in the music industry.
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Sep 23, 2022
Show #70 - Blood Lust: The music industry’s obsession with hip-hop conflict
Beef is as synonymous with hip-hop culture as the five elements themselves. From the earliest days rappers have had to prove who’s the best MC. Over the years raps on records have often turned into violence. Adding in the aspect of money, it can be a recipe for disaster. Join us for that discussion.
DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray will also reveal their top 3 dis records and discuss the nomination of Queue Points for Best Black Music Podcast.
Tune in for an informative and entertaining show.
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Sep 16, 2022
Show #69 - Can Black Folks Be Culture Vultures Too? (Guest: BLACK, GAY, stuck at home)
It’s interesting times that we’re living in. Hip-hop legend Cakes Da Killa made a tweet that we felt like we needed to explore a bit more - “Imagine doing something that wasn’t considered cool for years to then have it become cool years later and people tell you NOW you have to play by the rules set by people who didn’t even pioneer the s**t in the first place.” For this show we are exploring history and asking the question “can Black folks be culture vultures too?”
Joining us to thread this delicate needle are two of our favorite music heads, Joshua Henry Jenkins and Michael Ward of Black, Gay, stuck at home. We’re going to discuss their upcoming event, what they’re currently listening to and more!
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Sep 9, 2022
Show #68 - What happened to summer jams? / Black men and mental health (Guest: Reclamation Point Podcast)
Well it’s official, the kids are back to school, Labor Day is over, and that means Summer 2022 is behind us. But … what was this summer’s “summer jam?” What was that one song that united the world under a groove? Did we even have one? DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray chat about what happened.
Moetown Lee and Dr. Ed Garnes from the Reclamation Point podcast joined us for an interview earlier in the week to discuss Black men and mental health. We play a portion of that interview on this show, as well.
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Sep 2, 2022
Show #67 - Rob Milton Will See Us Now
We’ve said this many times on the show, but Rob Milton is one of the hardest working men in music. From a string of consistently top-notch releases as a solo artist and as part of Cousin, Milton has been a source of joy and inspiration for the work we do here at Queue Points.
It’s been a long time coming, but this show is all about the journey of Rob Milton, so far.
During our special segment, Jackson, MS, resident Marq McPerson is with us at the top of the show. As you know, Jackson residents are experiencing a water outage impacting the people of this great, historic city. McPerson is joining us to discuss the impact.
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Aug 26, 2022
Show #66 - Music or Multi-Level Marketing? (Guest: J Nolan)
The music industry isn’t known for its fairness when it comes to artist’s rights. Bad contracts, and flat out lies have been told to get artists into deals that rob them of their livelihoods and in many cases their futures.
J Nolan will be joining us for this interesting conversation about the long winding road of predatory hip-hop contracts.
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J Nolan Bio:
J Nolan is an independent Hip-Hop artist, songwriter, and music entrepreneur raised in the Atlanta area. His songs have been featured in NBA 2K22, Kevin Hart’s “Zero F’s Given,” Lizzo’s “Watch Out For The Big Grrrls”, “Little Fires Everywhere” on Hulu, XFINITY’s “Black Experience” Channel, The CW’s “All American,” and many more. He’s also been highlighted by the legendary NYC radio station Hot 97 in their Top Shelf Freestyle series, debuted his 2021 single “Lanta Sht” on Sway in The Morning, in addition to making a gue…
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Aug 19, 2022
Show #65 - The Independent Artist's Journey (Guest: DJ Saint Smith)
Traveling the independent artist road in music can be challenging, but also rewarding. There are artists on the scene who’ve found ways to explore their talents in many ways, and one of them is DJ Saint Smith.
An accomplished singer/songwriter, Smith is creating his own sound, “Church&B.” We are going to explore his career, inspirations, his upcoming Gospel day party “Water to Wine” and his debut album “Yours, Saintly.”
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Saint Smith Bio:
The “new classic” is being redefined thanks to R&B crooner, Saint Smith. Hailing from Baltimore, MD, the 27-year-old singer-songwriter is blending today’s R&B with 90’s soul music. Inspired by artists from D’Angelo to B. Slade (fka Tonex), SMITH has created his own unique sound, donning it “Church&B”. Already performing with, and impressing the likes of Faith Evans, Tweet and Kim Burrell, to name a few, SMITH is proving to become one of R&B’s most promi…
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Aug 12, 2022
Show #64 - Beyoncé, "Renaissance" & CisHet Men on the Dancefloor (Guest: DJ R-Tistic)
Since the release of Beyoncé’s “Renaissance” there’s been an echo of conversation from men who don’t see themselves able to enjoy the work. This isn’t the first time music from women has generated this kind of attention.
On this show we are excited to have DJ R-Tistic with us to discuss how he reads the dancefloor to make decisions about what to play. Also, we want to dive into a discussion on ways to influence party goers to enjoy all music.
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DJ R-Tistic Bio:
DJ R-Tistic, is an internationally acclaimed DJ hailing from Los Angeles, CA. He is a graduate of Florida A&M University, which is where his passion for DJing came into fruition. DJ R-Tistic has become one of entertainment industry's favorite DJs, as he has DJ’d special events for Issa Rae, P. Diddy, Stevie Wonder, Snoop Dogg, Jada Pinkett Smith, Lena Waithe, Common, Floyd Mayweather, and Marlon Wayans to name a few. He is known for his high ene…
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Aug 7, 2022
Show #63 - Bountiful Freedom: A Show About Kelis
Letting Kelis tell her own story is always the best idea. Just like her musical persona suggests, she tells it like it is. The Harlem-native captivated us when her bright, curly hair and loud screaming appeared on BET in her debut video “Caught Out There,” and our adulation never stopped.
Truthfully, we’d discussed doing an official Kelis show many times, and it sounds like now is the time.
Join DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray as they recount the career of the maverick culture shifter.
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Jul 29, 2022
Show #62 - Hip-Hop, Lyrics and the Criminal Justice System
With the recent arrest of YSL crew, the conversation about rappers’ lyrics being used in criminal prosecution has come into more prominent light.
It’s a complicated issue, further complicated by the long history of the policing of hip-hop. On this show, we’re revisiting the long history of hip-hop and the criminal justice system.
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Jul 17, 2022
Show #61 - MC Philanthropists
As hip-hop stars have attained more fame and notoriety, many have made humanitarianism part of their brand. In a feel-good story this week, The Weeknd flew a 6 year old fan to his Philadelphia show after a Toronto cancellation. A gracious act that the child’s father remarked “I wouldn’t be able to put this last week into words if I tried.”
On this show we’re going to explore the fun history of hip-hop philanthropists.
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Jul 15, 2022
Show #60 - To: Mariah Love, Queue Points
You knew we’d get to this show, and now we’re here. With 19 #1 singles, countless remixes and a pen game that’s unmatched by many of her peers, the career of Mariah Carey has seen it’s share of ups and downs.
On this episode of Queue Points, we’re diving into the landmark career of an icon.
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Jul 8, 2022
Show #59 - QP Weekly Roundup
For this week’s show DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray are recapping the week in music. Lighthearted and fun, come hang out and talk with us as we recap.
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Jul 1, 2022
Show #58 - "Who you callin' a hoochie daddy?" Hip-Hop, Fashion and Masculinity
There’s always something new when it comes to hip-hop fashion. Causing a cause for uproar, and extended discussion recently, has been the popularization of shorts that come down to mid-thigh - colloquially named “hoochie daddy shorts.” Join us for a fun conversation about hip-hop men’s fashion through the years and the time in which those looks arose.
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Jun 24, 2022
Show #57 - A Brief History Of House & Black Canadian Music & Influence (Guest: @TROYPodcast)
Drake’s newest release, “Honestly, Nevermind,” has sparked many reactions, but none as interesting as the question of the origins of House music which are rooted in Black gay clubs and with Black gay DJs. Continuing our #Pride2022 discussions, we’re going to briefly explore the history of House, and how we may have lost touch with this history.
Special guests, Christina and Miguel, from the They Reminisce Over You podcast will be joining us to talk to us about their show, and why folks should be tuning in. They’ll be sticking around for our discussion about Black Canadian musicians who we love and have been influential.
About They Reminisce Over You:
We celebrate & honor our favorite music, movies & TV that we've enjoyed over the years. One episode we're talking about the greatness of Regina King, and the next show we're talking about the '95 Source Awards.
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Jun 17, 2022
Show #56 - The Quest To Uplift Black Country Musicians (Guest: Big Mike) #Junteenth2022
There are Black Country music fans. Joining us is one of them, and he's on a quest to uplift Black Country musicians. When we discuss Country music the first visions that come into our heads are typically cowboy hats, horses, a guitar and someone white. That narrative is common, but not a full or true narrative.
Mike “Big Mike” Bryant is a podcast producer who spent some time on air at a Country radio station, and he knows a thing or two. Big Mike is joining us to discuss his story and how he came to fall in love with Country music.
Mike “Big Mike” Bryant Bio:
Mike Bryant, aka Big Mike, is an audiophile, podcast producer and radio guy from Rockville, MD. During broadcasting school, he began recording in a basement with “Two Guys and a Mic,” and his love for podcasting began. His radio career started at iHeart Media in Washington, D.C. He has worked in everything from promotions to an on-air apprenticeship on country radio in a major market. His passion for podcasting has…
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Jun 10, 2022
Show #55 - The Queer MC in the Tiktok Era (Guest: Medino Green) #Pride2022
Is it inspiration, or is it imitation that’s created your newest favorite song? The growth of TikTok began in 2017, and became the latest juggernaut used by the music industry to determine what is a hit, or even create them. Artists are having to choose between being original or being viral, and it’s impacting how they create and how we listen. We’re going to talk about Black music in the Tiktok era. Joining us for this show is Queens-bred MC, Medino Green, as we continue to celebrate #Pride2022. Green’s new single “CLAP” is out now!
Medino Green Bio:
Medino Green, the hip-hop artist from Queens, NY, hit the scene back in 2009. Small in stature but big in his lyrical ability, he is one of a kind, standing at a mere 5’6”. A true product of the 90’s, with his flashy braggadocio, in your face style, Green is inspired by artists such as The Notorious B.I.G., LL Cool J, Fabolous, Lil’ Kim, and NAS. He’s remained true to the classic sounds of the era that has inspired…
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Jun 2, 2022
Show #54 - Yo-Yo's "Black Pearl" Turns 30 & Remembering "I Was Born This Way" For #Pride2022!
In 1992, about Yo-Yo’s sophomore record, Joan Morgan wrote in Spin Magazine “One year later, her outrage continues to provide a voice for those who lack a means of expression, especially when life explodes in their faces and outside their doors.” Because of how much hip-hop has changed, and how quickly, the album “Black Pearl” has been largely lost to history. That’s where Queue Points comes in. We are reminiscing about a Black hip-hop feminist classic, “Black Pearl.”
Also, it’s Pride month, and we are going to be discussing the seminal classic “I Was Born This Way,” the first song to feature lyrics about being an out and proud gay man. Performed, in its original form, by Charles Valentino and made again by Carl Bean, the song has a long and interesting history worth revisiting.
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May 27, 2022
Show #53 - Songs Turned Down Before Becoming Hits
Like Jill Scott said, “everything ain’t for everybody,” and that’s absolutely true for songs. Black music history is full of songs that were crafted for individuals who ended up turning them down. On this show we’re revisiting some of our favorite songs that were almost performed by someone else.
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May 20, 2022
Show #52 - COVERED: Remakes of classic songs that made us take notice
Oftentimes, covers of songs don’t get the same respect as the original. Sometimes the performing artist phones it in, or the style of the cover just doesn’t work. When it does work, though, a cover version can rival that of the original, and, in some cases, improve on it. Join us for this show as we cover … covers. Become a Queue Points Insider: https://qpnt.net/qpinsider
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May 13, 2022
Show #51 - Honoring the Queen of Hip-Hop Soul, Mary J. Blige (Guest: Adrian Austin)
There’s so much to be said about Mary J. Blige. In so many ways, she’s an artist who beat the odds. Underestimated early in her career, her ability to triumph despite that is the stuff of legend. On the eve of her 2022 Billboard Icon Award, we’re discussing her career in the way that only we can. Joining us on our journey is our special guest, Adrian of Adrian’s Playlist of Conversations podcast. Come with us on our journey into the legacy of the Queen of Hip-Hop Soul.
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May 6, 2022
Show #50 - QP News Round Up: Ray J, Roe v Wade, "Shine Bright" and more
Music news has been packed this week, from the explosive interview from Ray J to Roe v Wade to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees, there's plenty to weigh in on. Join us for our 50th show where to discuss these topics and more. Purchase "Shine Bright: A Very Personal History of Black Women in Pop:" https://qpnt.net/zkQRzg
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Apr 29, 2022
Show #49 - Music Festivals Are Back!
One summertime rite of passage for folks of a certain age has been attending a music festival. The idea of sharing your favorite music with 100,000 of your closest friends has been a way for folks to connect and enjoy themselves during the summer months. COVID-19 had a devastating effect on the industry, but it looks like for 2022, festivals are back like they never left. On this episode we’re discussing the return of summer music festivals.
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Apr 22, 2022
Show #48 - Naked & Unafraid: A Discussion (Guest: Kipper Jones)
Kipper Jones is the missing link. An important connector between Black musical generations, Kipper likely inspired your favorite songwriter to be a songwriter. From “I Wanna Be Down” to “The Comfort Zone,” Kipper’s pen game has given us timeless classics, but it’s his life that inspires the most. This Queue Points conversation is a special brotherhood discussion, where Kipper catches us up on where he’s been, what’s happening now, and where he’s going.
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Apr 15, 2022
Show #47 - Slow Jams & The Quiet Storm
The slow jam is one of the most enduring staples in R&B and Pop music. This song can often define an artists career, and signal an important shift in how that artist chooses to be perceived. For many it’s the slow jam that becomes the favorite, and for a time, didn’t have to be a single to become a radio hit. On this show, we’re diving into “quiet storm” staples - slow jams.
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Apr 8, 2022
Show #46 - Celebrating the Legacy of MC Lyte!
When folks are asked to name their favorite women MCs, there are some names who appear often on lists. One of those names is MC Lyte. Lyte has long been considered the gold standard for women MCs. An iconic, recognizable voice, a versatile flow and hit songs to boot, it’s amazing to think that Lyte has now fully transitioned to a Hollywood mainstay with continued cultural relevance. Let’s discuss her career, and have a good time.
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Apr 1, 2022
Show #45 - The 2022 QP Oscars Recap
The 2022 Oscars, surprisingly, had a lot of Black music connections. The Beyoncé open, the Megan Thee Stallion surprise, Will Smith's win and the Summer of Soul win for Questlove. We are going to dive into it all, and no we won't be ignoring the "incident." Join us for a fun conversation about Blackness in traditionally white spaces.
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Mar 25, 2022
Show #44 - Artists Who Flipped The Script: Eddie Murphy, Jasmine Guy, Shaq and more
What would you say if we said that Shaquille O'Neal had a fairly successful rap career? Or, wait, that Michael Jackson appeared in an Eddie Murphy music video? Sounds crazy, but there are several artists who were stars in their day jobs and began to moonlight as musicians to different degrees of success. We're discussing some unlikely music careers on the next Queue Points.
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Mar 18, 2022
Show #43 - Honoring A Tribe Called Quest, Phife's Legacy & more: #RockHall2022 Series (Guest: Rasta Root)
“Queens is in the house represent…” A Tribe Called Quest is hard to sum up. A four-man crew, that, for the majority of their commercial career, operated as a three-man team, their catalog helped push the boundaries of what hip-hop could be during the golden era and beyond. Phife's Manager, Rasta Root, has a sit down with DJ Sir Daniel to talk about the upcoming Phife Dawg album "Forever." This is the show all about Tribe!
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Mar 11, 2022
Show #42 - Honoring Fela Kuti #RockHall2022 Series (Guest: Mausiki Scales)
Mausiki Scales joins the Queue Points crew for this very special show. DJ Sir Daniel interviewed Professor Scales about the legacy of Fela Kuti, his own musical output, and the influence of our African heritage on Black music as a whole. Learn more about Mausiki Scales at https://www.mausikiscalescommonground.com/.
Fela Kuti and his music were both larger than life. It’s been unfair to reduce Fela’s legacy to Nigeria’s version of James Brown. While he and Brown had similarities, Kuti’s legacy stands on its own as one of the greatest and consistent musicians and showmen we’ve ever seen. Using his music as a call to action for activism, Kuti’s music is one part groove, one part revolution.
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Mar 4, 2022
Show #41 - Lionel Richie: Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Series
Before “pen game” was a term, Lionel Richie was the living embodiment of what it meant. “Endless Love,” “Easy,” “All Night Long,” and so many more songs made us appreciate how to craft a good song. Oh, and he was part of the band that gave us the forever dance floor jam - “Brick House.” Join us for a discussion about the impact of Mr. Lionel Richie. The Queue Points Rock & Roll Hall of Fame 2022 series is a four-part series dedicated to Black artists nominated for induction into the prestigious class. Vote For Your Favorite Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Class of 2022 Nominees by visiting https://qpnt.net/rockhallvote by April 29, 2022.
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Feb 25, 2022
Show #40 - Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Series: Dionne Warwick
Dionne Warwick is a legend and an inspiration. As one of the most charted vocalists of all-time, Ms. Warwick set the bar for singers, and her impact is still being felt today. From Gospel to Soul to Pop to Jazz there’s a Dionne song for us to all savor. This show will celebrate the legacy of one of music’s greatest. Join in the conversation.
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Feb 18, 2022
Show #39 - Dru Hill, En Vogue, Shalamar, Salt-N-Pepa and epic group break downs
There are many things that negatively impact the cohesion of a group - money, outside influence, substance abuse, personality clashes. On this show we are revisiting group breakdowns from artists that, in their classic line up, had tremendous cultural impact. What happened? How can future artists learn from the examples? Tune in for a lively discussion.
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Feb 11, 2022
Show #38 - Bad Brains "Banned In DC" and Triumphant At 40 Years Old
Forty years ago four Black men released an album with yellow matching packaging. Bad Brains had been banned in DC at several locations, yet with PMA went on to inspire the world. The eponymous debut of Bad Brains wasn't the first time Black punk rockers grabbed the attention of listeners, but it was a beacon for what was to come. On this episode Queue Points is discussing "The Yellow Tape" at 40.
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Feb 4, 2022
Show #37 - The Afro-Latin Tradition (Guest: Bruce Phillips)
In looking at various Latin music year end lists, it was hard not to recognize the influence of Afro-Latin music on Pop music in 2021. That influence isn’t new, however. On this show, Bruce Phillips, a DJ whose main focus is the music of the African diaspora, will be joining us to discuss this important history. Join us as we discuss the magic of Afro-Latin music.
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Jan 28, 2022
Show #36 - When We Think Of Janet
One of the most consequential music artists of all time, Janet Jackson is a force. With 27 Top 10 singles and seven Number 1 albums, she’s often cited as an inspiration for up and coming artists. On the eve of her two night documentary premiere, Queue Points is honoring the one and only Ms. Janet Jackson.
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Jan 21, 2022
Show #35 - Musicians on the forefront of the fitness revolution
Have you ever been in the gym, and your song comes on? You are suddenly able to power through without any hesitation, right? It’s exhilarating! There are some musicians who have made music for the gym, and others who have made fitness part of their brand. On this episode of Queue Points, we’re discussing artists who have been on the forefront of the fitness revolution.
In this show we also remember André Leon Talley's influence on our lives, as well as share our top six hip-hop workout songs.
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Jan 14, 2022
Show #34 - Groundbreaking Crossover Rap Groups
In the early 1980s, as hip-hop as a cultural juggernaut was taking shape, talented and diverse acts were springing up from New York City and the surrounding areas. Three acts that emerged in 1983 went on to help shape the future of the culture, by being among some of the first to crossover to mainstream Pop success. For this show we’ll honor the influence of Whodini, UTFO and The Fat Boys.
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Jan 8, 2022
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Jan 7, 2022
Show #33 - The Six Times Azealia Banks Rocked Our Worlds
Azealia Banks' name is often synonymous with controversy, given her busy Twitter fingers. But, also, in her decade on the scene she’s made innovative and influential hip-hop and pop music. This episode, we are diving into Banks’ musical output so far and sharing some of our highlights.
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Dec 30, 2021
Show #32 - The 2021 Year End Wrap Up
So the numbers are in, and you watched over 10,000 minutes of Queue Points on Facebook! We are so grateful, and for this wrap up we decided to compile moments from your favorite shows to end 2021. Did your favorite make the list?
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Dec 24, 2021
Show #31 - "This Christmas" The 2021 Holiday Special (Guest: The Gipson Gazette Podcast)
For the last live Queue Points this year, we were joined by L. Michael Gipson and Ann Marie "amc" Collymore of the upcoming podcast The Gipson Gazette. Michael and Ann Marie told us all about their upcoming podcast. We dove into the conversation about Black music Christmas classics. We discussed these songs, and their significance in our lives. We’ll also talked about 2021, and what we’re looking forward to in 2022. Question of the Week: What’s your favorite Christmas song, and why is it significant to you? Send us a reply here: https://qpnt.net/fanmail
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Dec 17, 2021
Show #30 - Reviewing Rolling Stone's Top 50 Songs of 2021
As the year winds down, Rolling Stone has released their top 50 songs of the year. The Queue Points crew has gone through them, and we have thoughts on some of their choices. Watch this show as we review their list. What is your favorite song of 2021? Did it make the list?
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Dec 10, 2021
Show #29 - The Artists You Love To Hate
Throughout history there have been musical artists who achieved what seemed impossible. After mega hits, millions of dollars made and the world at their feet, some of them experienced an intense backlash. Some careers were ruined, and some were temporarily derailed. This conversation is about some artists who fell from public grace.
We also honor singer/songwriter Blackberri who we learned is in the process of transitioning this week. We also honor the memory of Greg Tate and Robbie Shakespeare, who both passed this week.
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Dec 5, 2021
Show #28 - Iconic Fashion Brands of Hip-Hop
The unfortunate passing of fashion designer Virgil Abloh has saddened the QP crew. This week we are talking about iconic fashion brands of hip-hop. These are the brands that were not only made by hip-hop, but made hip-hop iconic. We discuss the important legacies of Cross Colors, Karl Kani, Walker Wear and Maurice Malone and his Detroit store The Hip Hop Shop.
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Nov 27, 2021
Show #27 - The 2021 Thanksgiving Day Special & 2022 Grammy Nominations Discussion
I bet you thought we didn't have you covered on Thanksgiving! WRONG! We absolutely brought Queue Points to you for our Thanksgiving special, and y'all it was really special. We discussed the holidays and played some of our favorite Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade performances through the years, including performances from Vanessa Williams, Stephanie Mills and Melba Moore. We jumped into a conversation about the 2022 GRAMMY nominations, and what we're looking forward to. We also discussed holiday specials airing, what we loved in the past and what we're looking forward to.
Enjoy this thankful lovable show!
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Nov 19, 2021
Show #26 - The Chaka Khan and Stephanie Mills Verzuz Watch Party (Guest: Kipper Jones)
Jay Ray and Sir Daniel lost it when they heard about the upcoming Verzuz featuring the legends Chaka Khan and Stephanie Mills. On this episode, the two discuss the important legacies of these two performers.
They are joined by the incomparable Singer/Songwriter Kipper Jones, who hung out for the entire night, while the Verzuz watch party happened. Kipper tells the super fun story of how Chaka hit the high note in the studio during the recording of "Somethin' Deep."
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Nov 12, 2021
Show #25 - The anniversaries of Hard Core and Ill Na Na
On this episode Jay Ray checks in on his recent #COVID19 diagnosis, and the benefits of vaccination. The two also remember and honor the lives lost in the #Astroworld tragedy. They shine a light on Heavy D and Puff Daddy's AIDS charity basketball game crowd stampede tragedy that happened in December, 1991.
For the show's main topic, in November, 1996, the course of women in rap radically shifted. On November 12, Lil Kim's "Hard Core" dropped and on November 19th, Foxy Brown's "Ill Na Na" dropped. The houses they built still reverberate throughout music today. Listen to this show as Jay Ray and Sir Daniel dive into it.
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Nov 5, 2021
Show #24 - The Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis Legacy (Guest: Daryle)
With 41 top 10 hits in the US alone, Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis' impact on music can't be overstated. On this show we are joined by producer/engineer and vinyl selector, Daryle (@justdaryle) to discuss their impact. Also, the 2021 American Music Awards nominations came out recently, and we have a question "what counts as R&B today?" Join in for this joyous, informative and fun discussion.
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Oct 29, 2021
Show #23 - Spooky Classics
It's Halloween time, and Queue Points is bringing you a spooky discussion about our favorite scary tunes from Black artists. What are some of yours? Amy Winehouse's "Back To Black" just turned 15. On this show we honor the incredible work of super producer Salaam Remi.
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Oct 25, 2021
Show #22 - Ladies First
Sir Daniel and Jay Ray are giddy and unafraid to talk about it. They dive into the iconic Big Daddy Kane and KRS One Verzuz. Did hip-hop really win the night?
Roxanne Shante really had a moment at Verzuz. Also, ABC recently aired The Real Queens of Hip-Hop special. What did they think? Tune in and find out.
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Oct 15, 2021
Show #21 - Tevin Campbell, Foxy Brown and Kelis "Momentum Interrupted"
On this show Sir Daniel and Jay Ray will discuss artists whose careers suddenly veered off course. Some are still active on the scene while others are mostly missing in action. Who are some of your favorites? Join us for the discussion of artists whose momentum was interrupted.
We catch the crew up on Prince protégé Rosie Gaines, and discuss albums that either never got out of concept phase, or did, but were never released in the United States including The Roots' Black Thought's fabled "Masterpiece Theatre," Kelis' "Wanderland" and Amerie's "Because I Love It." We also gush over DJ Sir Daniel's Earworm of the Week "Midnight Snacks" by Kelis.
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Oct 8, 2021
Show #20 - Music in the Internet Age & the Universal Studios Fire
Facebook's widespread outage raised an important question - what would happen to many contemporary artists if it all stopped working? What would happen if all of the internet outlets went away? DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray are going to have a chat about it on the show. They are also going to revisit the story of the 2008 Universal Studios fire that destroyed over 120,000 master recordings.
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Oct 1, 2021
Show #19 - Betty Davis, Songs in the Key of Life, Remembering Andrea Martin
On this episode of Queue Points, DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray honor the artistry of Andrea Martin and check in on the conviction of R. Kelly. The two also dive into a discussion about Jay's latest article honoring the 45th anniversary of "Songs in the Key of Life." They will also chat about the legendary legacy of Betty Davis. Queue Points is visual podcast, hosted by DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray (Johnnie Ray Kornegay III), with the intent to inform and celebrate Black Music creatives through meaningful dialogue.
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Sep 24, 2021
Show #18 - The Fugees Tour and The Case for the Album Rollout
DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray wrap up some important music news this week. The Fugees are headed out on tour. What do you think? The fellas are discussing it. They are also diving into a discussion about legendary album rollouts.
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Sep 17, 2021
Show #17 - Disappearing Acts In Music
On this episode of Queue Points, DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray are diving into the controversies around Black artists whose voices you know, but whose images were hidden from view. We have heard the stories of Martha Wash and Andrea Martin, and it's time to talk about it. We even have a surprise legend in the chat. Enjoy the show!
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Sep 11, 2021
Show #16 - "The Ballad of Omar," Rick James and the Times We Are In (Guest: Dapper Dan Midas)
This week on Queue Points, DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray invite prolific musician Dapper Dan Midas (DDm) to join in for a rich chat. In 2020 DDm released his album "The Ballad of Omar," and with the recent sudden passing of Michael K. Williams we explore how the character "Omar" from The Wire has shaped his work. We dive into the new Rick James documentary, and have some Queue Points chat about our current state of the world. You don't want to miss this show.
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Sep 3, 2021
Show #15 - Happy Birthday Sir Daniel, DONDA, Trick Daddy's "Salad" and other hot topics
DONDA, Trick Daddy and everything in between. DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray cover the hot topics of the week and celebrate DJ Sir Daniel's birthday on this episode of Queue Points.
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Aug 28, 2021
Show #14 - The Rock & Roll Show
The death of The Rolling Stones' Charlie Watts sparked a thought - Black people, even as the originators of Rock & Roll don't explore that genre enough. On this Queue Points DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray talk about the influence of Black singers on Rock & Roll and talk about some 90s Black rock records you should revisit.
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Aug 19, 2021
Show #13 - A DJ Saved My Life
On this Queue Points, DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray were LIVE! That's right, this show was not pre-taped. The two are discussing DJing in our current moment and party rocking. DJ Sir Daniels answers questions about what it means for him to be a DJ.
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Aug 12, 2021
Show #12 - Remembering Chucky Thompson, Happy Birthday Hip-Hop and Discussing Beyoncé
Queue Points is back! DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray are rapping about this week's topics including the death of Chucky Thompson, Hip-Hop's birthday, and Beyoncé's Harper's BAZAAR interview.
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Aug 5, 2021
Show #11 - Sounding Off On DaBaby, talking Verzuz and Honoring Philadelphia International Records
This week DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray are sounding off on DaBaby, talking Verzuz and honoring the rich Black legacy of Philadelphia International Records.
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Jul 22, 2021
Show #10 - Does hip-hop promote wellness?
The Queue Points crew is still heartbroken over the recent death of Biz Markie, and are struck by the number of Golden Era figures who we've lost in recent months. This very special show is a conversation on wellness in hip-hop.
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Jul 15, 2021
Show #9 - Conscious Music
On this episode of Queue Points, DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray discuss conscious music, and some of their favorite joints.
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Jul 8, 2021
Show #8 - "Summer Of Soul" & 90s Music Industry Copycats
This week DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray discuss the magnitude of the Summer of Soul documentary, and music industry copy cat artists of the 90s.
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Jul 1, 2021
Show #7 - Saweetie, What Happened to A&R? & the BET Awards
On this show we will have our weekly round up of all of your favorite topics from the Queue Points perspective. For this round up we chat Saweetie & Donna Summer, what happened to A&R in music? and the BET Awards.
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Jun 24, 2021
Show #6 - Comebacks and Second Chances
This week they pick up where they left off from the last show, and dive into the topic of second chances and comebacks. We talk Diana Ross, Mariah Carey, Whitney Houston and more.
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Jun 17, 2021
Show #5 - Why aren't there girl groups anymore?
Girl groups are an important part of the music landscape, but largely absent from contemporary Black music. Why? DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray dive into a discussion about girl groups.
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Jun 10, 2021
Show #4 - Record Store Day Celebration 2021 (Guest: Jonathan Blanchard)
During this show DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray honor the legacy of Prince, discuss Record Store Day, and Jonathan Blanchard of JB's Record Lounge chats with Sir Daniel about the importance of owning a record store.
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Jun 3, 2021
Show #3 - How important is sampling in music?
How important is sampling in music? What are some songs you didn't hear because of botched sample clearances? Hosts DJ Sir Daniel and Johnnie Ray Kornegay III dive into sampling on this episode of Queue Points.
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May 27, 2021
Show #2 - Summertime Anthems & Indigenous House
On this episode Sir Daniel and Jay Ray talk about the lessons they learned while attending Atlanta's Indigenous House. They also jump into classic summer anthems.
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May 13, 2021
Show #1 - SWV, Verzuz and that time when hip-hop was banned
On the inaugural episode of Queue Points hosts DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray discuss the SWV and X-Scape Verzuz, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees and what music Jay Ray is recommending this week. They have chat about the time hip-hop was banned in Washington DC.
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