This episode of Meet the Music brings to the mic the DMV's DJ King Nick Kannon. DJ Kannon talks about the early Washington, DC Go-Go scene, his rise to the Co-Founder of Bounce Beat records, and his joy of still moving a crowd every night of the week. Learn how Bounce Beat records are capitalizing on Tik Tok.…

Who should have the last word on labeling music? The music industry or the music consumer? Well, we will probably never know the answer anytime in the near future, but the dialogue can lead to all involved taking note. Music Critic, Author, and oh yeah, Associate Professor of American studies and Media studies at the University of Virginia joins ou…

This episode of Meet the Music takes you into a potential paradigm shift in the music industry. Listen as Dr. Rashad Shabazz shares insight into the concept of genre-blending and how the artist Prince is an example. Dr. Shabazz shares which Prince album he thinks is his "Magnum Opus." He also talks about the genre-blurring of Tyler the Creator.…

American music journalist and historian Denise Sullivan talks about the early influences on what we call Rock and Roll music genre, her insight is informative and her passion for all music is contagious. Just listen to the list of artists and songwriters she gives create to for their contributions.By with Tom Corley

This week's episode is a fact-packed and educational podcast on the birth of Rhythm and Blues. Once again, Dr. Dodge doesn't disappoint. All we can say is listen and learn as we have a honest conversation about the birth of Rhythm and Blues, the pre-Rock and Roll genre, and the beginnings of Soul music.…

American author, Distinguished Professor, and Host of Left of Black Dr. Mark Anthony Neal discusses how the R&B genre has a rich historical legacy in black popular music. Listen as we laugh about our youth and how we take a little detour talking about Todd Rundgren and Don McLean. https://www.amazon.com/Mark-Anthony-Neal/e/B001IR1CVA%3Fref=dbs_a_mn…

Dr. Tony Bolden talks about his early days immersed in the land of FUNK. Listen as he provides insight into the history of FUNK music and explains FUNK as a philosophy. Be sure to visit his website phunkativity.org to discover more Spotify – Groove Theory: The Blues Foundation of Funk / Playlist to accompany the book Website: http://phunkativity.or…

As we continue to conversate about different African American Music genres season this episode of Meet the Music features FUNK. The fact that he is the "Funkateer of The Year," Dr. Rickey Vincent talks all things funk. Listen as we celebrate the music genre that defined a body of work that encompasses some of the greatest music of his and my genera…

Distinguished professor of African, African American, and Caribbean Studies Dr. Reiland Rabaka is this week's guest on Meet the Music. As he awaits the opening of the Center for African and African American Studies to support teaching and research on the history and culture of people of African descent, listen as he blesses Meet the Music with the …

In this week's episode, we explore the popular sounds of Bachata. Dr. Julie Sellers, talks all things Bachata, with a little Bolero music on the side. Listen as she shares her list for our introduction into Bachata. @julieasellersauthor https://www.amazon.com/Julie-A.-Sellers/e/B001KHAS0Y%3Fref=dbs_a_mng_rwt_scns_share https://www.youtube.com/chann…

This week's guest on Meet the Music embodies many of the reasons we created this podcast. Dr. Timothy Dodge, the author of Rhythm and Blues Goes Calypso, which is considered a textbook, and shares the history of Calypso music. Listen as he draws the musical and cultural connections. You can listen to Dr. Dodge or Dr. HepCat on his radio show weglfm…

Here at the start of Season 3, we meet Professor Heather Augustyn. Professor Augustyn shares insight from her extensive writings on Ska music. I hope after listening to our fun conversation you are inspired to create a Ska playlist. skabook.com https://www.amazon.com/Heather-Augustyn/e/B00420FZ4K%3Fref=dbs_a_mng_rwt_scns_share TedTalk - https://www…

The closing of season 2 and the future seasonsBy with Tom Corley

In this episode of Meet the Music we approach a somewhat unfamiliar genre, and we sit down with Dr. Nick Perham who determined through research that Heavy Metal actually promotes generosity and scientific thinking. He shares his journey of becoming a MetalHead, and he softly introduces us to a Metal playlist. Contextualized playlist https://www.you…

This week's episode is a special edition of Meet the Music. Listen to the first-ever recorded conversation for Meet the Music. Find out why DJ Holographic was a very special guest.By with Tom Corley

In this episode, we had some recording challenges, which I hope is not too annoying. This week we close out our series on The Many Styles of Christian Music with The Very Revd Professor Martyn Percy. Having Dr. Percy on this episode is the perfect way to end the series. Listen as he connects Jazz music in particular, with Spirituality and shares hi…

As we continue our conversations around the Many Styles of Christian Music, in this week's episode of Meet the Music we speak to Professor Dr. James Goff, Jr. In his book Close Harmony, The History of Southern Gospel, Dr. Goff shares the roots of the genre. But that's not all, he shares a personal story about the Legendary Dolly Parton. Dr. Goff sh…

Attention all! This is our second episode in our series of the Many Styles of Christian Music. This episode touches on the "protest" songs in Gospel music. But we also want to appeal to all you "Vinyl" collectors, enthusiasts, addicts, and lovers, how you can help Professor Robert Darden and his team at the Black Gospel Music Restoration Project ma…

In this episode, we begin our series, The many styles of Christian Music. Take a listen as Dr. Pollard shares the journey of Contemporary Gospel music. Listen as she shares what was the spark for writing her book, "When the Church Becomes Your Party: Contemporary Gospel Music." Contextualized playlist https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCH_EIRKmIkHx1a…

This week's episode of Meet the Music Listen as Dr. Wald talks about the Blues, Rhythm and Blues, about Robert Johnson's music journey, and shares a list of his music choices. Contextualized playlist https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCH_EIRKmIkHx1a0D_wA7TOw/playlistsBy with Tom Corley

Dr. Burnett shares a little history of the Blues and his deep love for the Blues. In our conversation, we discussed the impact of women blues singers like Bessie Smith, Ma Rainey, and Memphis Minnie. Listen as Dr. Burnett lists his suggested artists and songs for new listeners. Contextualized playlist https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCH_EIRKmIkHx1a…

Yes, The Motown Sound is considered a genre of music according to the website everynoise.com. Adam White talks in detail about one of the most recognized record labels in the world. Listen as Adam shares his love of Motown music, and chronicles the ascension of The Motown Sound around the world. You don't want to miss the bonus conversation in the …

In this episode, we discuss what we discovered while recording season 1 and tease season 2 by sharing a couple of genres for upcoming episodes. We also give our email for feedback on each episode. djworldmusiclover@gmail.comBy with Tom Corley

In this episode, Michael Tisserand shares from his book The Kingdom of Zydeco, the uniqueness of Zydeco music. His detailed narrative of the music and the musical culture will no doubt make you want to add a few Zydeco artist to your playlist. Contextualized playlist https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCH_EIRKmIkHx1a0D_wA7TOw/playlists…

It's already the end of January 2021 and we are getting ready to move into February, Black History Month. Learn a little something about the Creole culture and the uniqueness of Zydeco music with Mrs. Lena Charles. Be sure to visit Zydeco.org. Contextualized playlist https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCH_EIRKmIkHx1a0D_wA7TOw/playlists…

This is a very special episode of Meet the Music. The episode takes us to the beginnings of all genres where we humans create music without an instrument. Deke Sharon is an anomaly in the sense that his talent is not only essential to the proliferation of the genre, but to music. Deke talks about the history, the importance of singing, and how sing…

In this episode, part one of the last episodes on Jazz, we sit down with Johan Bakker who had Jazz woven into the fabric of his life since May 13, 1988. He shared how he later began to chronicle the North Sea Jazz Festivals as a regular attendee. Listen as he provides background to the North Sea Jazz Festival and insight into the music landscape of…

In this episode, part two of the last episodes on Jazz, we sit down with Johan Bakker who had Jazz woven into the fabric of his life since May 13, 1988. Listen as he provides listening suggestions for new listeners of Jazz. Contextual Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCH_EIRKmIkHx1a0D_wA7TOw/playlists…

Is Jazz Dead? This is the question that Ethan Dodd both ask and answer in this episode. Listen as he expounds on the question, Jazz generationally, the evolution of Jazz, his position of changing how he and his generation think Jazz's cross-pollinating with Hip Hop, Electronic music will keep Jazz moving forward. Contextualized playlist https://www…

A Jazz critic for the Wall Street Journal and he has written about food, sports, and more for many other publications. We approach the subject of whether or not Jazz is Dead. Contextual Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCH_EIRKmIkHx1a0D_wA7TOw/playlistsBy with Tom Corley

Chris Maskell shares his thoughts on expanding the Jazz listener audience and stories around the Montreal Jazz Festival. He shares his short list of "All-Time Jazz Classics" and a list of "New Jazz Classics" for someone interested in exploring the genre of Jazz. Contextual Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCH_EIRKmIkHx1a0D_wA7TOw/playlists…

Artist, Composer, Director of Jazz Studies at Wayne State University, and President and Artistic Director of the Detroit Jazz Festival, Professor Chris Collins join us to share stories, some Jazz history and to propagate Jazz as one of the genre’s most passionate ambassadors. Contextual Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCH_EIRKmIkHx1a0D_wA…

This is an introductory episode, explaining who we are, the origins, and the structure of the podcast. In each episode, we share in-depth conversations in one of the hundreds of music genres. We will release episodes a sennight in series by genre. Please join our musical journey. Contextual Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCH_EIRKmIkHx1a0…

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Film Composer Scott Thorough, Filmmaker Shaka King, Filmmaker Mtume Gant and Film Critic Marcus Pinn discusses Film music composition, and the short film Mulignan.By Warren Wade Anderson

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In the second half of our discussion with Photographer Jamel Shabazz, we explore his feelings about the documentary, "Jamel Shabazz, Street Photographer". We also spoke about Gentrification and his years as a Correction Officer.By Warren Wade Anderson

Photographer Jamel Shabazz is most well known for documenting Hip-hop culture in New York City in the 1980s. In this episode Film critic, Marcus Pinn and I discuss how and why he started his photographic career. We also discussed his connection to the Black Arts Movement.By Warren Wade Anderson

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