 | Epidode 31: Let’s Do It Again…Keeping Soul Music Alive with Leela James
Her deep, soulfully gritty vocals have drawn comparisons to Tina Turner, Mavis Staples and Chaka Khan. Listen in as we check out her new CD, “Let’s Do It Again” a collection of wonderfully covered soul classics. More |
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 | Epidode 30: The Soul of John Black
John Bigham describes his band's new album as country funk, a genre certainly gaining definition through the group's deft blend of styles all grounded in roots music. More |
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 | Epidode 29: The Higher Ground of Wayna
Check out The Turntable as we are joined by Wayna, the Ethiopian-born, indie soul singer/songwriter, with a sound that is sweet and soulful as it is honest and passionate. Listen in as we discuss her new CD, “Higher Ground” and her Grammy nomination for Best Urban Alternative Performance. More |
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 | Episode 28: First Anual Turntable Awards 2008
The First Annual Turntable Awards recognizes the music industry’s best-kept secrets of 2008 – the emerging and alternative sounds not featured on commercial radio nor in heavy rotation on the music video channels throughout the year. More |
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 | Episode 27: Free People
Reminiscent of Soul II Soul, Reel People's collective groove ranges from soul to club vibes. Listen in as we sample their latest project, "Seven Ways to Wonder." More |
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 | Episode 26: Seal
Check out The Turntable as we are joined by Seal. The British wonder rocks the legacy of R&B on his new release, Soul. More |
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 | Episode 25: Love, Patience and Time- Eric Benet on The Turntable
Check out The Turntable as we are joined by Eric Benét, the Grammy-nominated platinum-selling Soul singer. Listen in as we discuss his latest CD, "Love & Life" and the happiness he is experiencing in his life today. More |
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| Episode 24: The Acoustic Soul of Heston
Check out The Turntable as we are joined by one of the hottest new artist in the indie soul scene, Heston. This British West Indies born singer-songwriter has a vibe that that is a throwvack to the best of 70's mellow soul. Listen in as we talk about his new CD, "Storyteller". More |
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 | Episode 23: April Hill
Check out the Turntable as we spin the sounds of April Hill, the jazzy and soulful vocalist who is breathing new life into the soul music scene. This young Atlanta, Georgia-born talent is a unique talent that is sure to have folks groovin for years to come. More |
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 | Episode 22: Raw Soul of Maya Azucena
Check out The Turntable as we check out the raw soul of Maya Azucena. Redefining Black Music, this talented singer/ songwriter is making a name for herself in the world of indie soul. More |
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 | Episode 21: BeBop to Hip Hop- Bridging the Gap with the Jazz Liberatorz
Check out The Turntable as we spin the artistic creations of The Jazz Liberatorz. Originating out of Meaux, France, this group of talented beat makers has created one the hippest CDs of the year, "Clin d'oeil". More |
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 | Episode 20: Say Goodbye to "Black Moses"
This week the world lost one of the true renaissance men of Black Music , Isaac Hayes. He was a singer, song writer, composer, musician, actor and activist. More |
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 | Episode 19: Coultrain
He's been called a poet, shaman and musical revolutionary.
Coultrain uses flow and sublime songwriting skills to tap into our consciousness on multiple levels. More |
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 | Episode 18: New Sounds of Black Music
If you’re tired of the same “fast food” diet of Black music that is being fed to us by the mainstream music media, check out our selection of new sounds and artists. More |
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 | Episode 17: Movin’ on Up- The Music of Curtis Mayfield and The Impressions
This week we take a retrospective look at the music of Curtis Mayfield through a conversation with The Impressions, Fred Cash and Sam Gooden. More |
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.jpg "thumb lalah hathaway") | Episode 16: Soul Legacy- Lalah Hathaway
Check out The Turntable as Lalah Hathaway, daughter of legendary soul singer Donny Hathaway, joins us to talk about her debut CD on Stax Records, “Self Portrait”. More |
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.jpg) | Episode 15: Life I s Real…And So Is Her Music.
Check out the turntable as we chat with the German born, singer/ songwriter, Ayo Ogunmakin. With her latest CD, “Joyful”, already seeing double-platinum success in France, Ayo is bringing a unique blend of soul to the United States. More |
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 | Episode 14: Soulful Melodies
Check out The Turntable as Gordon Chambers, the prolific songwriter, singer and producer who has written for over 60 recording artists, including Aretha Franklin, Anita Baker, Brownstone, Usher, Brandy, Gladys Knight and Chaka Khan. More |
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 | Episode 13: Angela Johnson- A Woman’s Soulful Touch
With sounds and arrangements reminiscent of a 70’s groove, multi-talented Angela Johnson has created her own unique brand of soul music. More |
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 | Episode 12: Indie Soul Series: Jean Baylor
Real Soul Music is still being produced. Unfortunately, you probably won’t hear it on terrestrial radio. Check out The Turntable Podcast as we explore new sounds from today’s Indie Soul movement. More |
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 | Episode 11: Jazz Fusion- The Evolving Sound of Black Music
Check out The Turntable as we discuss and spin some of our favorite jazz tracks fused with soul, hip-hop, dance and funk. More
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 | Episode 10: European Soul
Check out The Turntable as we take a deep look into European soul music explosion. With a strong appreciation for Black music, Europe is becoming a haven for soul music connoisseurs and fans of real instrumentation. More |
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 | Episode 9: World Music: Zap Mama’s Afro-European Soul
Check out The Turntable as we chat with Marie Daulne, the founder and leader of the Afro European group, Zap Mama. Listen in as we discuss their unique recipe of sounds that include African rhythms, soul, and hip hop. More |
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 | Episode 8: Rapper With A Conscious: Talib Kweli
Listen in as we talk to the most prolific lyricist in the world of hip hop, Talib Kweli. Known for his thoughtful lyrics and never ending flow, Talib Kweli is an example of what hip hop can and should be. More |
