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The Transformative Power of Libraries and Literacy (Guest: Kelvin Watson)
August 06, 2024
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01:15:24103.55 MB

The Transformative Power of Libraries and Literacy (Guest: Kelvin Watson)

In this episode of Queue Points Podcast, hosts DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray kick off our “Queue Up the Vote” series of conversations. This episode discusses the critical role of literacy and libraries featuring a special guest, Kelvin Watson. Kelvin, the Executive Director of the Las Vegas-Clark Count...

Cringe Songs & Transformative Justice w/ Shannon Perez-Darby and Tashmica Torok of Popaganda Podcast
May 28, 2024
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01:06:5992.25 MB

Cringe Songs & Transformative Justice w/ Shannon Perez-Darby and Tashmica Torok of Popaganda Podcast

In this episode of Queue Points, co-hosts Jay Ray and DJ Sir Daniel are joined by Tashmica Torok and Shannon Perez-Darby from the Popaganda podcast. They discuss the complexities of supporting some of our favorite pop culture moments, problematic faves, the importance of accountability, the impact ...

And The Beat Don't Stop: Empress Rah and Tosha Love on the Future of Hip Hop
April 23, 2024
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01:17:28106.51 MB

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

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 di...

The Unspoken Truth: Exploitation in the Music Industry
January 16, 2024
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53:1273.25 MB

The Unspoken Truth: Exploitation in the Music Industry

DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray engage in a candid discussion about the harsh realities within the music industry, and how it impacts Black artists. They share insights on the predatory nature of recording contracts, likening them to predatory loans, and the exploitation and harm that many artists have e...

Tevin Campbell, Foxy Brown and Kelis "Momentum Interrupted"
October 15, 2021
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52:3736.12 MB

Tevin Campbell, Foxy Brown and Kelis "Momentum Interrupted"

On this show Sir Daniel and Jay Ray will discuss artists whose careers suddenly veered off course. Some are still active on the scene while others are mostly missing in action. Who are some of your favorites? Join us for the discussion of artists whose momentum was interrupted. We catch the crew up...

"Summer Of Soul" & 90s Music Industry Copycats
July 08, 2021
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54:5137.71 MB

"Summer Of Soul" & 90s Music Industry Copycats

This week DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray discuss the magnitude of the Summer of Soul documentary, and music industry copy cat artists of the 90s. Queue Points Question: "What was your favorite performance from the "Summer of Soul" documentary?" Answer at https://qpnt.net/fanmail   Watch the sho...