Best Rza Podcasts (2024)

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20--New Releases of August 30, 2024 including The Cactus Blossoms, Nick Cave & the Bad Seeds, Caleb Caudle, RZA and more! 28:43

6d ago28:43

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This week, hosts Reggie Worth and Jason Jefferies discuss the new releases of August 30, 2024 including Every Time I Think About You by The Cactus Blossoms, Wild God by Nick Cave & the Bad Seeds, Sweet Critters by Caleb Caudle, A Ballet Through Mud by RZA, the Colorado Symphony & Christopher Dragon and more! Happy Listening!…

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22--Special Guest Corey duBrowa! And the New Releases of 9/13/24 44:07

3h ago44:07

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This week, hosts Reggie Worth and Jason Jefferies are joined by music journalist Corey duBrowa, author of An Ideal for Living: A Celebration of the EP-Extended Play, in a discussion about whether EPs and live albums should be considered in discussion regarding the Album of the Year. Also discussed are the new releases of 9/13/24, including Rack by …

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21--New Releases of 09/04/24 including MJ Lenderman, LL Cool J, Shovels & Rope, David Gilmour, Hinds, Bleachers, Mercury Rev and more... 51:06

3h ago51:06

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It's a big week on the Listmas Podcast! Hosts Reggie Worth and Jason Jefferies discuss the new releases of 9/4/24, including Manning Fireworks by MJ Lenderman, THE FORCE by LL Cool J, Something Is Working Up Above My Head by Shovels and Rope, Viva Hinds by Hinds, A Stranger Desired by Bleachers, Luck and Strange by David Gilmour, Sick of Being Sick…

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Vybz Kartel Says He Changed His Life, Talks Freedom Street Concert, His Influence On Music and More 57:06

4d ago57:06

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In an exclusive interview with World Music Views, dancehall legend Vybz Kartel opened up about his highly anticipated performance at the Freedom Street concert set for December 31, promising fans an unforgettable experience. Known for his dynamic persona and lyrical mastery spanning two decades, Kartel detailed his plans, which include a series of …

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19--New Releases of 8/23/24 including Fontaines D.C., Gillian Welch and David Rawlings, Sofi Tukker and The Softies 26:45

24d ago26:45

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This week, hosts Reginald Worth and Jason Jefferies discuss the new releases of 8/23/24, including Romance by Fontaines D.C., Woodland Studios by Gillian Welch and David Rawlings, Bread by Sofi Tukker and The Bed I Made by The Softies. Happy listening!By Jason Jefferies and Reggie Worth

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18--New Releases of 8/16/24 including Ray LaMontagne, Pony Bradshaw, Post Malone and more 17:15

20d ago17:15

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This week, hosts Reggie Worth and Jason Jefferies discuss the new releases of 8/16/2024 including Long Way Home by Ray LaMontagne, Thus Spoke the Fool by Pony Bradshaw, F-1 Trillion by Post Malone and more. Happy Listening!By Jason Jefferies and Reggie Worth

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17--New Releases of 8/9/24 including Thee Oh Sees, King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard, Futurebirds and more! 33:41

27d ago33:41

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This week, hosts Reggie Worth and Jason Jefferies discuss the new releases of August 9, 2024 including SORCS 80 by Thee Oh Sees, Flight b741 by King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard, Easy Company by Futurebirds and more. Happy Listening, friends!By Jason Jefferies and Reggie Worth

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16--LISTMAS LOCK with Jason Lytle from Grandaddy 53:53

1M ago53:53

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For the first of our special LISTMAS LOCK episodes, hosts Reggie Worth and Jason Jefferies are joined by Jason Lytle, frontman of Grandaddy, who discusses his latest album Blu Wav, which is on Dangerbird Records. Topics of discussion include skateboarding, the intersection of nature and technology, the influence of place on art, office environments…

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15--New Releases of 8/2/24 including Smashing Pumpkins, Jack White, X, Killer Mike, Young Gravy, Kanye West and More 36:40

1M ago36:40

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This week, hosts Reggie Worth and Jason Jefferies discuss the new releases of 8/2/24 including Aghori Mhori Mei by The Smashing Pumpkins, No Name by Jack White, Smoke & Fiction by X, Michael & The Mighty Midnight Revival by Killer Mike, Vultures 2 by Kanye West and Friends, Serving Country by Young Gravy and more. Happy Listening!…

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14--New Releases of 07/26/24 (Red Clay Strays, American Aquarium, Crack Cloud and more!) 20:20

1M ago20:20

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This week, hosts Reggie Worth and Jason Jefferies discuss the new releases of 07/26/24 including Made By These Moments by Red Clay Strays, The Fear of Standing Still by American Aquarium, Vertigo by Wand, Red Mile by Crack Cloud and more! Happy listening, friends!By Jason Jefferies and Reggie Worth

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13--Best Metal Releases of 2024 (so far) with Chris Ayers, and the New Releases of July 19, 2024 41:54

2M ago41:54

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This week, hosts Reggie Worth and Jason Jefferies are joined by Chris Ayers for a discussion about the best metal releases of 2024, including ATRÆ BILIS, Thou, Hashtronaut, Ministry and Atrophy. Also covered are new releases by Charley Crockett, Dr. Dog, GUM and Ambrose Kenny-Smith, Beachwood Sparks, Childish Gambino and more. Happy listening!…

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12--Sturgill Simpson/Johnny Blue Skies, Jake Xerxes Fussell, Phish, Billy Strings, Eminem, Cigarettes After Sex, Travis, and Clairo 40:10

2M ago40:10

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This week, Jason Jefferies and Reggie Worth are joined by Lauren Marlowe in a discussion about the new releases of July 12, 2024 including Passage Du Desir by Johnny Blue Skies (Sturgill Simpson), When I'm Called by Jake Xerxes Fussell, Evolve by Phish, Live Vol 1 by Billy Strings, The Death of Slim Shady by Eminem, X's by Cigarettes After Sex, L.A…

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S1E10 - Bonus: Genetic Sample Test 31:05

2M ago31:05

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In this bonus episode I’ll be quizzing my wife and kids on some samples to see if they can guess them. We’ll explore multiple genres including hip-hop, rock, pop, and what I believe is the first ever sample used in a country song. Join us for some fun and guess along, then stick around for Season 1 thank yous! Further explore the songs discussed th…

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11--Zach Bryan's The Great American Bar Scene, and a guest appearance by Abigail Worth 39:18

2M ago39:18

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This week, hosts Reggie Worth and Jason Jefferies discuss The Great American Bar Scene by Zach Bryan (with input by special guest Abigail Worth). Also, a Listmas in July round of "In or Out". Happy Listening!By Jason Jefferies and Reggie Worth

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S1E9 - Chip Samples 3: An Ode to the RZA 31:49

3M ago31:49

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The final episode of season 1 is dedicated to one of hip hop’s greatest producers, The RZA! We’re going to run through the samples used in several tracks throughout his production discography in the Chip Samples format. Join us as we explore some of the most profound tracks from his 25+ year career. Further explore the songs discussed this season b…

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10--New Releases of 06/26/24 with Special Guests John Davis from Folk Implosion and Van Jefferies 1:00:30

2M ago1:00:30

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This week, hosts Reggie Worth and Jason Jefferies are joined by special guests John Davis of Folk Implosion and Van Jefferies. Discussed are the new releases from 06/26/24 including Walk Thru Me by The Folk Implosion, Redd Kross by Redd Kross, South of Here by Nathaniel Rateliff & the Night Sweats, Strut of Kings by Guided by Voices, LOOM by Imagin…

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S1E8 - Technically Speaking 33:42

3M ago33:42

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Our listener request episode this week features a more technically complex sample from a vastly underrated producer. In fact, it’s so intricate it’s practically impossible to decipher by listening alone. Join us for our most technical breakdown yet! Further explore the songs discussed this season by listening to the Sample Mining Playlist: Spotify …

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09--New Releases from 6/21/24 including Pond, Dave Alvin & Jimmie Dale Gilmore, Lake Street Dive and more... 32:06

3M ago32:06

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This week, hosts Jason Jefferies and Reggie Worth discuss the new releases of June 21, 2024 including Stung! by Pond, Texicali by Dave Alvin and Jimmie Dale Gilmore, Good Together by Lake Street Dive, WeirdOs by O., Afraid of Tomorrow by The Mysterines, and Proxy Music by Linda Thompson. Happy listening!…

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The History Of Reggaetón, Reggae and Dancehall- Maxine Isis Stowe 1:08:44

3M ago1:08:44

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The History Of Reggaetón, Reggae and Dancehall as told by Maxine Isis Stowe, the former Columbia Records executive, sits at the intersection of Reggaetón, Reggae and Dancehall. She played a pivotal role in signing acts like Shy Guy singer Diana King, who she had a similar vision for her as Rihanna achieved, if only Diana could have let go off the s…

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S1E7 - For The Culture, Whether Grammy Or Indie 20:40

3M ago20:40

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In this week’s episode we’ll explore a song that ties one of hip-hop’s all time great producers, with one of the best indie record labels putting out music today! Join us to see how common philosophies between the artists helped produce an absolute neck breaker of a track! Further explore the songs discussed this season by listening to the Sample M…

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08--New Releases from 06/14/24 including Hank, Pattie & the Current, The Decemberists, NxWorries, Mr. Sam & the People People, Cola and more... 1:06:01

3M ago1:06:01

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This week, hosts Reggie Worth and Jason Jefferies are joined by Hank Smith, who discusses his new album with Hank, Pattie & the Current (Paper Lanterns). Also discussed: As It Ever Was, So It Will Be Again by The Decemberists, Why Lawd? by NxWorries, Again! Again! by Mr. Sam & the People People, The Gloss by Cola, The Art of the Lie by John Grant, …

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S1E6 - Chip Samples 2: Carbon Copy 30:40

3M ago30:40

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The theme of the second iteration of Chip Samples is Carbon Copy. This time around we’ll examine six different samples that heavily leverage several different elements from the original track. You’ll be surprised to learn where some of music’s greatest artists and songs found their inspiration! Further explore the songs discussed this season by lis…

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07--New Releases from 06/07/24 including Kelley Stoltz, Bloomsday, Strand of Oaks, Man Man, Joey Valance & Brae and more... 1:13:20

3M ago1:13:20

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This week, Reggie and Jason discuss the new releases from June 7th, 2024 including La Fleur by Kelley Stoltz, BRAT by Charlie xcx, Below the Waste by Goat Girl, NO HANDS by Joey Valence & Brae, EELS TIME! by Eels, Radiosoul by Alfie Templeman, Carrot On Strings by Man Man, TIMELESS by KAYTRANADA, Time by The Game, Keep Me On Your Mind/See You Free …

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S1E5 - Stayin' Fly with Phil Riehl 54:09

4M ago54:09

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With experience ranging from touring with the likes of Kendrick Lamar, Blink-182, Childish Gambino and Bon Iver, to DJing in college and playing several instruments growing up, Phil Riehl is one of the most knowledgeable people I know about all things music. Today he joins us to discuss these experiences and brings one of his own favorite samples t…

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06--New Releases from 5/31/24 including Beak>, Habibi, Willie Nelson, Richard Thompson, Buffalo Tom, and more... 56:31

3M ago56:31

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This week, Reggie Worth and Jason Jefferies discuss the new albums released on 5/31/24 including >>>> by Beak>, Dreamachine by Habit, Ship to Shore by Richard Thompson, Jump Rope by Buffalo Tom, and The Border by Willie Nelson. Also discussed are Sylvan Esso, The Rolling Stones, Tyler Childers, TANGK by Idles, Where we've been, Where we go from her…

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S1E4 - It's A DISScussion 28:53

4M ago28:53

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In today’s episode we’ll examine the sample used in one of hip-hop’s greatest diss tracks, as well as discuss some of the prominent beefs and evolution of diss tracks throughout hip-hop’s existence. Join us to learn just how devastating the samples used during this beef were! Further explore the songs discussed this season by listening to the Sampl…

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05--New Releases from 5/24/24 and more including DIIV, Vince Staples, La Luz, Andrew Bird, Ryan Adams, Kanye West and more... 1:11:46

4M ago1:11:46

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This week, hosts Reggie Worth and Jason Jefferies discuss the new releases from 5/24/24 including Dark Times by Vince Staples, Frog In Boiling Water by DIIV, Sunday Morning Put-On by Andrew Bird, Alan Hampton and Ted Poor and News of the Universe by La Luz, and they also discuss the classic questions of the medium vs. the message and art vs. artist…

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S1E3 - Chip Samples 1: Hip Hop 50 21:02

4M ago21:02

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This week’s episode is themed Hip Hop 50 and will highlight a sample from every decade of hip hop’s existence, from the 70’s to today! We won’t go into great detail on any one sample, but instead keep it at a high level to allow us to discuss more samples. Join us for the first iteration of what I’m calling Chip Samples to explore several samples a…

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04–New Releases from 5/17/24 including The Mavericks, Beth Gibbons, Shellac, Childish Gambino, Martha Spencer and more… 43:07

4M ago43:07

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This week, Reggie and Jason discuss Moon and Stars by The Mavericks, Lives Outgrown by Beth Gibbons, To All Trains by Shellac, Atavista by Childish Gambino, Out in La La Land by Martha Spencer, Dark Matter by Pearl Jam, Tigers Blood by Waxahatchee, A LA SALA by Khruangbin, I Got Heaven by Mannequin Pussy, and much more. Listmas!…

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S1E2 - CHASE your drEaMs 33:53

4M ago33:53

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In today’s episode of Sample Mining, we’ll explore a track from the 2010’s that wouldn’t exist without the dream of a movie director more than 20 years prior. Join us to see how a movie director, and his film, led to the creation of this banger! Further explore the songs discussed this season by listening to the Sample Mining Playlist: Spotify Appl…

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03--New Releases from 5/10/24 including Ghostface Killah, Amen Dunes, Pokey LaFarge, Kings of Leon & more... 51:06

4M ago51:06

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This week, hosts Jason Jefferies and Reggie Worth discuss the new albums released during the week of 5/10/24, including Set The Tone (Guns & Roses) by Ghostface Killah, Rhumba Country by Pokey LaFarge, Stampede: Vol. 1 by Orville Peck, Can We Please Have Fun by Kings of Leon, Cape Forestier by Angus & Julia Stone, Death Jokes by Amen Dunes and The …

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S1E1 - Chariot Connection 23:47

4M ago23:47

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In the first ever episode of Sample Mining, we’ll explore a 90’s gangsta rap sample that traces its roots all the way back to the mid-1800’s. Join us to see just how deep these ties go! Further explore the songs discussed this season by listening to the Sample Mining Playlist: Spotify Apple Music Follow Sample Mining on Instagram: @SampleMiningPod …

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02--New Releases from 5/3/24 including Jessica Pratt, The Lemon Twigs and Kamasi Washington 45:49

5M ago45:49

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Episode 2 of The Listmas Podcast is upon us! This week, Jason and Reggie discuss Wall of Eyes by The Smile, Diamond Jubilee by Cindy Lee, Here in the Pitch by Jessica Pratt, A Dream is All We Know by The Lemon Twigs, and Fearless Movement by Kamasi Washington. Also discussed: poker, The Beach Boys, band dynamics, American Idol, the Kongs, and much …

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01--New Releases from 4/26/24 including Charley Crockett, St. Vincent and Justice 1:01:49

4M ago1:01:49

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Episode 1 of the Listmas Podcast hosted by Jason Jefferies and Reggie Worth is here! Listmas is a magical day that celebrates the best albums released in a calendar year. Discussed this episode is the concept of Listmas, what makes a great album, Final Summer by Cloud Nothings, People Who Aren't There Anymore by Future Islands, Blu Wav by Granddadd…

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Roger Steffens on Bob Marley: One Love Movie 58:12

6M ago58:12

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Roger Steffens on Bob Marley: One Love Movie and Reggae's US$2 Million Archives. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/worldmusicviews/support

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Season 1 Trailer 0:30

6M ago0:30

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Sample Mining is coming this spring! Follow now, and join us every Wednesday for new episodes throughout Season 1 as we explore some of the greatest examples of sampling in music history. Gems Only!By Rob Bailey

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Colin Gayle Co-Founder and CEO of Africa Creative Agency 18:02

7M ago18:02

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Colin Gayle is the manager of Grammy Winning South African star Tyla. He is a Jamaican who found success in the music business working with acts like Kenny Lattimore, Jazzy Jeff, Jill Scott 50 Cent and more. Colin Gayle has over 25 years in the business and is a Co-Founder and CEO of Africa Creative Agency. --- Support this podcast: https://podcast…

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Arrested Development On The Impact Of 'Tennessee,' 'People Everyday,' And The Group As A Response To Gangsta Rap 1:35:36

9M ago1:35:36

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In this episode of People's Party, Talib Kweli sits down with the famed group Arrested Development to discuss the impact of their hit songs "Tennessee" and "People Everyday," religion and spirituality, and the group as a response to gangsta rap.

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Masta Killa On Making '36 Chambers,' 'Triumph,' 5%, ODB, ‘Chessboxin' & Boot Camp Clik 48:14

9M ago48:14

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In this new episode of People's Party, Talib Kweli sits down with Masta Killa of the Wu-Tang Clan to discuss making "36 Chambers," the impact of "Triumph," remembering ODB, and much, much more.

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Aidonia Occupied Mind Interview 30:51

10M ago30:51

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Aidonia opens up about his album "Occupied Mind," major label deal, and willingness to do a 'Best of Both Worlds' project with Masicka. More on worldmusicviews.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/worldmusicviews/support

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Musical Youth Still Passing The Dutchie 42 Years Later 37:08

10M ago37:08

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In 1982, Grammy nominated reggae band Musical Youth achieved global success with their hit “Pass The Dutchie,” a song based on The Mighty Diamonds’ “Pass The Kouchie.” Three decades later, members Dennis Seaton, Michael Grant, Kelvin Grant, Frederick Waite Junior (Junior Waite), and a representative of Patrick Waite’s estate initiated legal proceed…

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Ricky Day with Darnell L. Moore on the power of LOVE to transform our lives and social movements, his move to Los Angeles and the continuing impact of his book “No Ashes in the Fire: Coming of Age Black ... 1:10:13

10M ago1:10:13

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My guest on the podcast this week is Darnell L. Moore. Darnell is a media maker, educator, writer and thought leader and the author of the 2019 Lambda Literary Award winning memoir, No Ashes in the Fire: Coming of Age Black & Free in America, which was listed among the New York Times 100 Notable Books and was a Barnes & Noble Discover Great New Wri…

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The Luniz On “I Got 5 On It,” Making “operation stackola,” Pimping In Oakland, Strip Clubs, And More 1:03:52

10M ago1:03:52

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In this episode of People's Party, Talib Kweli sits down with The Luniz to discuss how their timeless hit "I Got 5 On It" got made, "operation stackola," Oakland life, and much more.

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U-God On Wu-Tang’s Origins, Making ’36 Chambers,’ ODB Memories, Method Man, RZA 57:13

10M ago57:13

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In this episode of People's Party, Talib Kweli sits down with U-God of the Wu-Tang Clan to discuss the formation of the group and making "36 Chambers," RZA's genius, Method Man's talent, memories of ODB, and much more.

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