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The Concept of Gratitude (Guests: B4Nine Podcast)

Release Date: 11/26/2022

And The Beat Don't Stop: Empress Rah and Tosha Love on the Future of Hip Hop

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For Women’s History Month 2024, DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray hosted a live audience at JBs Record Lounge in Atlanta to celebrate the contributions of women to hip hop in Atlanta beyond. The hosts are joined by guests Tosha Love and Empress Rah, and they explore the changing landscape of music discovery from traditional radio to social media. The discussion covers a broad range of topics including Black music history, the significance of community and college radio in hip hop culture, and the necessary evolution towards honoring talent and creativity over mere record sales. Challenges and...

The Art and Business of Songwriting (Guest: Brian Patrick Davis)

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In this episode of Queue Points, hosts DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray are joined by guest Brian Patrick Davis, a digital artist, creative director and songwriter. The discussion provides a deep dive into the nuances of songwriting, music creation, and navigating the music business. Brian shares his journey and the importance of collaboration, giving practical advice to aspiring songwriters on protecting their work and emphasizing the value of honest and genuine songwriting. They also address the challenges songwriters face within the industry, including publishing and credit disputes, highlighting...

Queue Points 2024 Trailer

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Queue Points is the Black Podcasting Award and 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. Topics: #QueuePoints #MusicDiscussion #BlackPodcasters #BlackMusic #MusicPodcast Get More In Queue Points Magazine: Subscribe & Review Us on Apple Podcasts: Review us on Podchaser: Subscribe on Spotify: Follow Us On Social Media Facebook: Instagram: Twitter: TikTok: Follow DJ Sir Daniel On Social Media Facebook: Instagram : Twitter:...

Beyoncé's 'Cowboy Carter' Revolution (Guest: Mike 'Big Mike' Bryant)

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In this episode of the Queue Points Podcast, hosts Jay Ray and DJ Sir Daniel discuss Beyoncé's 'Cowboy Carter' album, exploring its themes, guest artists, and the broader impact on the music industry and society. Guest Big Mike joins the discussion, bringing insights from his experience in country radio. They delve into the nuances of the album, its reception, and the controversies. The hosts also discuss the significance of embracing all Black artists across genres by Black radio and publications, emphasizing support and inclusion. They share their favorite tracks and express hopes for the...

A Deep Dive Into Salt-N-Pepa's Legacy By Ranking Their Albums

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In this episode of Queue Points, hosts DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray embark on an in-depth discussion and ranking of albums by the iconic female hip hop group Salt-N-Pepa. They explore the cultural significance, commercial success, and personal anecdotes associated with each album, evaluating them based on various criteria such as cultural impact, sentimental value, and nostalgic appeal. The conversation spans the duo's entire discography, highlighting their groundbreaking contributions to hip hop and music history. The episode also pays homage to Women's History Month, emphasizing Salt-N-Pepa's...

Sesame Street’s Harmony, Lessons and Black Music History

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DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray dive into the rich tapestry of Black music history through the lens of the iconic children's show, Sesame Street. This episode centers Sesame Street's global influence on children's growth, development, and empowerment. Amid discussing the current concerns about online safety they explore how Sesame Street, with its roots deeply embedded in the Black community, has been a vehicle for teaching important life lessons through music and representation. The discussion includes fascinating facts about the show's beginnings, its inspirations from Harlem, and its unspoken...

A Conversation on the Healing Power of Dance Music

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On this episode of Queue Points podcast, hosts DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray discuss the misunderstanding and underappreciation of House music in today's pop culture, using a recent tweet, , about the current music era as a springboard. They argue against the claim that we're in a grand House renaissance, pointing out that while House continues to thrive in specific circles, it hasn’t significantly penetrated the mainstream pop scene as some believe. The discussion moves on to the impact of Beyonce's 'Renaissance' album and its potential to inspire a broader acceptance of House and dance music....

Beyond the Controversy: Khia's Impact on Hip Hop

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On this episode DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray delve into the complex legacy of hip hop artist Khia. Despite the controversies surrounding her, including both homophobic and transphobic statements, Khia's significant contributions to the hip hop genre are explored. The hosts discuss Khia's early life, her success as an independent artist, and her ability to stay relevant for over two decades in the music industry. Highlighting Khia's role as a pioneering female producer, the episode provides a nuanced view of her career, examining the duality of her image versus her musical output and business...

'One Mic', the Super Bowl's Black Music History & the Legacy of Usher (Guest: Michael Motley)

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In this episode of Queue Points, DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray take a deep dive into the career and legacy of Grammy-winning, multi-talented artist, Usher Raymond. The podcast also explores Usher's contributions to diversifying the Black music scene, his 2024 Super Bowl performance, and his new album ‘Coming Home’. Additionally, the hosts welcome guest Michael Motley, a Black history podcaster, who discusses the history of Black music performers and their role in creating the modern Super Bowl halftime show. Motley shares insights about his podcast One Mic Black History and the way it...

Slow Jams Can Heal Us (Guest: Whitney Jones of Slow Drag)

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Whitney Jones, founder of Atlanta-based event Slow Drag, is here to discuss her journey and the significance of slow jams in reconnecting Black folks to one another. The trio chat about the way Black culture engages with music, and the restorative potential of slow jams for eliciting vulnerability and intimacy within the community. Whitney shares the importance of Slow Drag being an intentionally created space for Black people, that fosters genuine connections and allows for healing through music. Topics: #ValentinesDay #SlowJams #SlowDrag #BlackPodcasters #BlackMusic #MusicPodcast About Slow...

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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?

Watch this episode on our website: https://to.qpnt.net/watch-show-79

B4Nine Podcast Description:

In the spring of 2018, Ashli would meet the man who would change her life forever. As she slowly sauntered into her place of work, she came across Mashaun and looked curiously and eagerly into his eyes. She didn’t know it then, but standing before her was the man who would become her greatest challenge and unexpected blessing! From that moment on, things would never be the same. From that moment on, they would both embark upon a journey that would birth dream fulfilling opportunities. In that moment, B4Nine was born.

We like to say that B4Nine is all the things! What does that mean? It’s pretty simple. We are both complicated, but not so complicated, creatives with opinions and perspectives that are unique and often shared by others afraid to express their points-of-view. We are both unapologetically Black and are not afraid to share our opinions and perspectives about all things Blackness, popular culture, relationships, sex, and identity.

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