The Turntable Podcast: Maya Azucena
2008-09-10
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. Listen in as we chat with Maya about the state of Black Music and her latest CD, “Junkyard Jewel”.
Recommended Songs:
Down, Down
Warriors
Like No Other
Junkyard Jewel
G-Hetto
Still Searchin
Do You Really Wanna Party
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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". Their blend of classic hip hop and live jazz instrumentation pays tribute to the golden age of hip hop and the artistic vision of jazz. More
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
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. Citing cultural influences as wide ranging as James Baldwin, Jack Kerouac and Stevie Wonder, Coultrain is on the verge of a musical breakthrough. Check his interview. More
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. Soul music and live instrumentation in Black music is not dead, you just have to look for it. More
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. Listen in as they talk about the group’s history, the their music and the impact of Curtis Mayfield. More
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
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. Listen in as we talk about her music and the inspiration she draws from her life journey. More
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. Listen in as we talk about the soulful melodies of his latest CD, “Love Stories”. More
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. Following the footsteps of great producers like Quincy Jones, Patrice Rushen and Norman Connors, Angela is becoming a driving force behind the indie soul movement. More
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. This week we are joined by Jean Baylor, formerly of Zhane, to talk about the soulful sounds from her new CD project and life as an Indie Soul artist. More
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
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. Listen in as we sample some of our favorite sounds coming out of Europe. More
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
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
Episode 7: Getting Back to Real Hip Hop with Little Brother
Hip Hop is not dead. It just went underground. Check out The Turntable as we sit down with one of the best hip hop groups in the game, Little Brother. Listen in as we discuss their new CD and the current state of hip hop today. More
Episode 6: The New Soul of Rahsaan Patterson
Rahsaan Patterson visits The Turntable to discuss his latest CD project, Wine & Spirits. Listen in as Rahsaan provides perspective and background to one our favorite CDs in 2007. Don’t sleep, soul music is still alive. More
Episode 5: Favorite CDs from 2007
2007 was a good year for Black music. Check out The Turntable as we rundown some of our favorite sounds from 2007. More
Episode 4: Christmas Soul
Get into the holiday groove with The Turntable as we present our ultimate, soulful holiday play list. More
Episode 3: Conscious Rap
Join The Turntable crew as they discuss Conscious Rap and the artists who make us think. Listen in as John and Charles take a look at some of their favorite artist, past and present, who used spoken word and hip hop to deliver thought provoking messages. More
Episode 2: The Brand New Heavies
The Turntable crew sit down with N’Dea Davenport and Andrew Levy of The Brand New Heavies, the London based Jazz, Funk and Soul band whose influence helped birth the Neo Soul movement. More
Episode 1: What is Neo Soul?
Our music experts discuss the origins and elements of neo-soul, whether that term is even accurate and hips you to all the music in the genre that needs to be on your playlist. More
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