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Calvin Michaels on K-Pop, Culture, & Capitalism
July 10, 2025
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Calvin Michaels on K-Pop, Culture, & Capitalism

DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray sit down with musician, dancer, comedian, and YouTuber Calvin Michaels. Together, they discuss the influence of Black music on K-Pop, and what gets lost (or copied) in translation. Calvin shares insights about his creative path, personal projects, and the North Star that drives him as a true multihyphenate.   From Calvin’s personal journey growing up internationally, to the guys’ c...

'Another Man', 80's R&B, and Bisexuality in Black Music
June 19, 2025
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'Another Man', 80's R&B, and Bisexuality in Black Music

In this Pride Month episode DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray are joined by journalist and author Starr Rocque. The trio discuss Barbara Mason's 1984 banger "Another Man" - a song that tackled bisexuality in Black music long before it became a mainstream conversation. The conversation explores how songs like this, and its later hip-hop connections by Notorious B.I.G. and Nikki D, reflect the experiences people were having bu...

The Blues, Queerness, and Black Storytelling: Re-examining Peggy Scott Adams’ 'Bill'
June 11, 2025
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The Blues, Queerness, and Black Storytelling: Re-examining Peggy Scott Adams’ 'Bill'

In this Pride Month episode of Queue Points, DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray dive into Peggy Scott Adams’ 1997 blues classic “Bill.” What happens when a Blues track sparks conversations about queerness, deception, and Black family dynamics in the late ‘90s? Mayhem, y’all. Pure mayhem. Join us as we explore the cultural shockwaves from “Bill”—from how the song tackled (and sometimes mishandled) LGBTQIA+ visibility, to the t...

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Atlanta's Godfather Of House Music: Ron Pullman | I Come Alive
Queue Points VideoOctober 05, 202401:01:05

Atlanta's Godfather Of House Music: Ron Pullman | I Come Alive

In the season finale of 'I Come Alive: Stories of Black Gay Atlanta Nightlife,' host DJ Sir Daniel interviews Ron Pullman - Atlanta’s godfather of house music. They explore Pullman's extensive career spanning four decades, his influence on the city's music scene, and the challenges and changes withi...

The Lesser-Known Masterpieces of Michael Jackson
Queue Points VideoSeptember 10, 202400:53:57

The Lesser-Known Masterpieces of Michael Jackson

In this episode of Queue Points podcast, hosts DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray discuss the extensive and often less-publicized contributions of Michael Jackson to the music industry. They touch upon Jackson's songwriting and producing work for other artists, including his siblings and friends, providing a...

'When Crack Was King': Author Donovan X. Ramsey On His Book About A Misunderstood Era
Queue Points VideoJuly 11, 202300:56:23

'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. We discuss topics like harm reduction, the vital role of community, the significance of having authentic representations of the people impacted by ...

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Came here for the Isaac Hayes episode, was not disappointed! now i have to listen to that Bernard Purdie album. Excellent work, sirs!

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It goes with out saying that the show is great. I love that as an audience we had to oppurtunity to engage and participate. There is always some good conversation and perspectives. The conversations are dynamic and always interesting.

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This show is great! I love the deep dives and hot takes on my favorite music and artist, and the relationship between DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray makes every episode a joy to listen to.

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