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Nov 10, 2021

In this episode we talk with two icons of the music industry.  First, we talk with Jeremiah Cummings, former tenor of the internationally known Harold Melvin and the Blue Notes.  Cummings has written a book about his time with famous group and his time in the music industry.  Then, we talk with Jesse James, singer of "I...


Sep 28, 2021

Summer has ended but we had some great conversations and fun while it lasted.  Listen in with Steve and Karen as they give their spin on the entertainment news and new music that made headlines this summer. 

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Sep 11, 2021

We celebrate the first family of music -- The Jacksons.  They burst onto the national and international stage in 1969.  But before then they were just Juquan and the Torianos (Yes, that's right).

In this episode, we share some deep background about the group's origin, their first performances and their relationship...


Aug 11, 2021

Recorded during June (African American Music Appreciation Month) 2021, Karen and Steve discuss the legend and transformation of Malaco Records.

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Jun 27, 2021

June is African American Music Appreciation Month.  We highlight the legacy of Chicago recording label CHESS Records.  We talk with Ms. Jacqueline Dixon, the daughter of Mr. Willie Dixon who is perhaps best known as one of the most prolific songwriters of his time and also for his role as producer, talent scout, session...