SoulBack R&B Podcast

*Revisiting The Year 2013 In R&B* The SoulBack R&B Podcast Episode 152 Nov 19, 2023

On this week of the #SoulBackPodcast, we revisit R&B in 2013 and what was going out during that era of R&B. Names that will pop up during this conversation are Beyonce, Justin Timberlake, TGT, Kelly Rowland, Ariana Grande and Robin Thicke. We talk about some of our favorite albums and songs from that year and also discuss some of the sleepers that people may have forgot about. We also discuss the industry during that time and some of the trends were happening during that time.

0:01:00 - The early beginnings of the SoulBack R&B Podcast
0:07:20 – Looking at the debut projects of K. Michelle, Mack Wilds, Sevyn Streeter, Ariana Grande
0:13:50 – Releases from female artists like Beyonce, Tamar Braxton, Kelly Rowland, Chrisette Michele, Fantasia
0:27:30 – Releases from male artists like Justin Timberlake, TGT, Joe, R. Kelly
0:50:50 – Rookie Of The Year of 2013
0:53:40 – Top 3 albums of 2013

*Revisiting The Year 2012 In R&B* The SoulBack R&B Podcast Episode 151 Sep 12, 2023

On this week of the #SoulBackPodcast, we revisit R&B in 2012 and what was going out during that era of R&B. Names that will pop up during this conversation are Miguel, Frank Ocean, Melanie Fiona, Chris Brown and Trey Songz. We talk about some of our favorite albums and songs from that year and also discuss some of the sleepers that people may have forgot about. We also discuss the industry during that time and some of the trends were happening during that time.

0:01:48 - Five Guys vs McDonalds french fries
0:07:20 – Looking back at 2012 R&B and stans culture during that era
0:14:00 – Looking back at the debut projects of Elijah Blake, Elle Varner, India Shawn, RaVaughn Brown, Tinashe
0:23:41 – Releases from female artists like Alicia Keys, Brandy, Monica
0:36:33 – Releases from male artists like Miguel, Usher, Ne-Yo
0:55:07 – Rookie Of The Year of 2012
0:58:20 – Top 3 albums of 2012

*Revisiting The Year 2011 In R&B* The SoulBack R&B Podcast Episode 150 Jul 17, 2023

0:02:10 – Looking back at 2011 with 2023 ears
0:08:02 – The beginning of hipster R&B
0:09:20 – Looking back at the debut projects of Marsha Ambrosius, Jhene Aiko, The Weeknd, Frank Ocean, Luke James and Bridget Kelly
0:23:41 – Releases from female artists like Mary J. Blige, Beyonce, Kelly Rowland
0:36:33 – Releases from male artists like Chris Brown, Tyrese, Lloyd
0:48:30 – Rookie Of The Year of 2011
0:53:15 – Top 3 albums of 2011

On this week of the #SoulBackPodcast, we revisit R&B in 2011 and what was going out during that era of R&B. Names that will pop up during this conversation are Beyonce, Chris Brown, Mary J. Blige, Tyrese and Marsha Ambrosius. We talk about some of our favorite albums and songs from that year and also discuss some of the sleepers that people may have forgot about. We also discuss the industry during that time and some of the trends were happening during that time.

YouKnowIGotSoul Presents: R&B All Time Fantasy Draft 2023 Jun 25, 2023

R&B music has been blessed with the talents of remarkable producers who have left an incredible mark on the genre. Tim Kelley, Brian Alexander Morgan, Antonio Dixon, Adonis Shropshire, Sean Garrett, and Eric Dawkins are all known for their exceptional writing and production skills and ability to create chart-topping hits. These producers embark on a journey to assemble their dream teams, resulting in an ultimate R&B experience. Let's delve into the creative minds of these producers as they envision their perfect lineup when it comes to the genre that we all love.

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 149 *Revisiting The Year 2010 In R&B* Jun 11, 2023

On this week of the #SoulBackPodcast, we revisit R&B in 2010 and what was going out during that era of R&B. Names that will pop up during this conversation are Ne-Yo, Trey Songz, Usher, Monica and Jazmine Sullivan. We talk about some of our favorite albums and songs from that year and also discuss some of the sleepers that people may have forgot about. We also discuss the industry during that time and some of the trends were happening during that time.

0:02:20 - What ChatGPT say about the best fast food restaurants
0:05:57 - Reflecting back on the state of the industry of 2008
0:19:40 - Looking back at the debut albums of Janelle Monáe, Miguel and Dondria
0:28:20 - Releases from female artists like Monica, Jazmine Sullivan, Keyshia Cole and Keri Hilson
0:36:33 - Releases from male artists like Trey Songz, El DeBarge, Tank, Ne-Yo and Usher
0:57:00 - Rookie Of The Year of 2010
0:58:45 - Top 3 albums of 2010

The SoulBack R&B Podcast Episode 148 Nov 21, 2022

We're back with another episode of the SoulBack R&B Podcast. The GRAMMY nominations came out so we touched on that, but most importantly we break down the process for listeners out there. We also talk about Coco Jones new EP. We also talk about Chris Brown's "Under The Influence" and the success that it has garnered via Tik Tok. Lastly we talk about the state of Adult R&B and the challenge that veteran artists such as Usher face when trying to crossover to mainstream R&B. Lastly we go over some Gen Z slang words in hopes that we can connect with the younger R&B listeners better!

0:03:50 – Christmas is coming!
0:08:20 – Songs blowing up on Tik Tok and it leading to chart success
0:15:10 – Our thoughts on Babyface's album "Girls Night Out" and what the sound means for R&B
0:09:31 – R&B may not be dead, but the business model for selling R&B is struggling
0:23:47 – Gen Z slang words
0:28:34 – Jermaine Dupri says Usher's current music is too old for mainstream R&B
0:43:40 – The GRAMMY voting process
0:50:58 – R&B Love Letters: Usher - What's A Man To Do

The SoulBack R&B Podcast Episode 147 Sep 26, 2022

On this week's episode of SoulBack R&B Podcast, we talk about all the hot topics in R&B. Even though we promised not to engage in Diddy's "Is R&B Dead?" conversation, we do talk about some of the challenges that R&B artists are facing in the industry today. We also talk about new music from Robin Thicke and Babyface. Lastly we talk about some of the current songs charting on the Adult R&B stations to see if we are still in tuned with R&B today or if we're falling behind. Check us out!

0:02:00 – Chick-fil-A sauce
0:03:25 – RIP Jesse Powell and remembering his career
0:06:00 – Robin Thicke's new single "Brown Liquor"
0:09:31 – R&B may not be dead, but the business model for selling R&B is struggling
0:18:31 – Doja Cat is announcing that she's making an R&B album
0:23:30 – Tyga sampled Lil Flip's "Sunshine"??
0:26:02 – Diddy's LOVE" sessions with all the big R&B artists and producers
0:33:27 – Remembering the 106 & Park era
0:42:06 – Looking ahead to Babyface's new album "Girls Night Out"
0:57:24 – Looking at the Adult R&B radio charts
1:04:02 – Love Letters: Tipping at a restaurant

The SoulBack R&B Podcast Episode 146 (25 Year Anniversaries For Usher, Mariah Carey & Jon B) Sep 19, 2022

We actually had a whole different podcast planned for this episode but we had to take some time out to celebrate the classic albums from Jon B ("Cool Relax"), Usher ("My Way") and Mariah Carey "Butterfly". We dissect each album, talk about our favorite songs from each of these projects and talk about the impact that these projects had on the artists' careers. Come reminisce with us and celebrate the release of these amazing albums!

The SoulBack R&B Podcast Episode 145 Aug 14, 2022

Beyonce is back with a new album so that only means SoulBack needs to return to talk about R&B. We talk about the “Renaissance” album and dissect the music as well as the marketing for it. We also talk about new music from the likes of Chris Brown, DVSN as well as Men At Large. We also talk about the new supergroup RSVP and the potential that they have. Lastly we talk about some current events such as the Irv Gotti/Ashanti drama as well as Ne-Yo’s recent news and how it will affect his career and his fanbase. Check us out!

0:02:00 – Our thoughts on Beyonce’s “Renaissance” album
0:06:52 – What R&B artists still have a team for quality control?
0:10:47 – The release strategy for the Beyonce album
0:16:40 – The problem with sampling in R&B today
0:19:07 – Even John Legend is dropping a double album at this point!
0:27:02 – Edd paid $100 for VIP Chris Brown Meet & Greet tickets??
0:30:00 – Will the new supergroup R&B RSVP work? (Ray J, Sammie, Bobby V, Pleasure P)
0:36:40 – Taylor Swift doesn’t know 3LW??
0:39:08 – The upcoming Millennium tour has 15 performers…….
0:45:55 – The problem with DVSN’s new song
0:54:20 – The one million dollar question: Bear, Lion, Hippo, Crocodile
0:57:18 – Love Letters: Ashanti/Irv Gotti, Ne-Yo backlash on social media
1:09:01 – Stan culture when it comes to Chloe Bailey and Normani

The SoulBack R&B Podcast Episode 144 Feb 21, 2022

We’re back with another episode of the SoulBack podcast to talk about R&B. We touch on Mary J. Blige’s Superbowl performance as well as her new album “Good Morning Gorgeous”. We also talk about new music from Jazmine Sullivan, J. Holiday and Marques Houston. We get into the battle between Anthony Hamilton and Musiq Souchild and VERZUZ’s choice to charge for the showing. Lastly we talk about the success of “Pressure” by Ari Lennox as well as “Hrs & Hrs” by Muni Long and what it means for R&B to have these songs playing on mainstream radio.

0:00:23 – Rihanna’s pregnancy
0:03:03 – Which drinks gotta go?
0:08:21 – Mary J. Blige’s Superbowl performance
0:15:29 – Our thoughts on Mary J. Blige’s new album “Good Morning Gorgeous”
0:25:45 – The importance of “Pressure” and “Hrs & Hrs” being hit records
0:30:37 – New music from Jazmine Sullivan, J. Holiday, Marques Houston
0:36:05 – Do male R&B artists have to step it up?
0:43:40 – Ne-Yo’s statement about ladies wanting to be called the B word
0:49:22 – VERZUZ deserves a Playa Please for charging money for the Anthony Hamilton vs Musiq Soulchild blame
0:54:15 – Edd’s Love Letters

The SoulBack R&B Podcast Episode 143 Jan 12, 2022

The SoulBack R&B podcast is back! On this week’s episode, we talk about new music from Ari Lennox and Muni Long. We also talk about Aaliyah's upcoming album which includes the new single "Posion" with The Weeknd. We also talk about the Jodeci reunion and if more R&B groups need to reunite, Lastly we play a fun game to decide which R&B ballads are the strongest from male artists. Check us out!

0:02:10 – JD Vegan Ice-Cream, Taco Bell's chicken wings, White Castle/Fat Joe collaboration
0:06:20 – Which table are you sitting at: Male R&B ballads edition
0:12:36 – What R&B groups need to reunite?
0:17:00 – 90's R&B fans aren't streaming which hurts the genre
0:20:44 - Aaliyah's upcoming album has features from The Weeknd, Future and more
0:29:15 - Brandy and Mariah Carey are working on a song together!
0:31:55 - Albums missing from other outlets' year end lists
0:35:28 - Is there a difference between what The Weeknd is doing with his throwback sound and Bruno Mars' retro music?
0:39:00 - Muni Long and Ari Lennox land their first hits on the Billboard Hot 100
0:41:10 - Should artists handle their own social media pages?

The SoulBack R&B Podcast Episode 142 (The Top 100 R&B Songs of 2021) Dec 19, 2021

We have been gone for a minute, but we had to finish the year off strong. In this special episode of the SoulBack podcast, we discuss our picks for the top 100 R&B songs of 2021. We published the whole list recently, but find out the rationale behind the picks. There were plenty of great R&B songs that came out this year, so definitely take a listen to each song after you listen to the episode. We’ll be back next year on a regular basis with episodes as well!

The SoulBack R&B Podcast Episode 141 Oct 10, 2021

The SoulBack R&B podcast is back! On this week’s episode, we celebrate Andrea Martin’s contributions to R&B. We also talk about the upcoming Silk Sonic album. We also touch on the latest releases from Anthony Hamilton, JoJo, Stokley and Sevyn Streeter. We also talk about R. Kelly's career now that he's officially guilty and what things will look like for him going forward.. Lastly we discuss some of our favorite songs from each artist in a fun segment.

0:01:30 – RIP Andrea Martin
0:06:00 – Silk Sonic announces debut album coming next month
0:09:08 – The brilliance of The Shindella's debut album "“Hits That Stick Like Grits”
0:14:50 – The art of sampling
0:20:21 - R. Kelly is officially guilty. Now what?
0:27:53 - New albums from Anthony Hamilton, JoJo, Stokley
0:34:20 - Mary J. Blige will be performing at Superbowl
0:37:00 - The Dru Hill burger
0:40:20 - Favorite songs discussion from these artists...
01:00:0 - Love Letters: Tyrese's Instagram post, Lil Fizz apologizes to Omarion

The SoulBack R&B Podcast Episode 140 Aug 25, 2021

We're back with another episode of the SoulBack podcast. On this week's episode, we celebrate Chucky Thompson's contributions to R&B. We also talk about the success of BET's "The Encore" and the R&B supergroup BluPrint. We also touch on the new group The Chi which consists of Dave Hollister, Carl Thomas and Donell Jones. We also talk about the release of Aaliyah's "One In A Million" to streaming to platforms and what these upcoming Blackground releases mean for her legacy. Lastly we discuss our favorite R&B albums of 2021 so far.

0:00:30 – Remember R&B producer Chucky Thompson
0:04:15 – Why BluPrint was such a success
0:14:06 - Donell Jones, Carl Thomas and Dave Hollister form R&B supergroup The Chi
0:18:45 – The Blackground catalog is finally coming to stream platforms. Music from Aaliyah, Timbaland & Magoo, Tank, Toni Braxton and JoJo
0:28:34 – Love Letters: Aaliyah - 4 Page Letter
0:31:09 – Top 3 favorite R&B albums of 2021 so far
0:47:01 – Which album comes out first: Usher or Silk Sonic?

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 139 (Special Guest Kevin Ross) Aug 02, 2021

It's been more than a month but we're back with a new episode of the SoulBack R&B podcast. This week we have our friend and R&B singer/songwriter Kevin Ross with us. We talk about his journey as an independent artist, some of the challenges that he faced while on a major label and also some of the current issues that we're seeing in R&B right now. We also talk about Kevin's new single "Looking For Love". Lastly we get into a special love letters as we discuss the Kevin Ross penned "What's Best For You" by Trey Songz and analyze the lyrics. We compare the approach that Trey Songz takes on that record with Donell Jones' classic "Where I Wanna Be". Take a listen and see if you agree!

0:00:48 – New music from Kevin Ross, Silk Sonic and Kem
0:16:08 – BJ the Chicago Kid leaving Motown and going independent
0:21:32 - Learning to be profitable as an independent artist
0:28:14 - The stigma changing on Adult R&B and Urban AC radio
0:39:44 – Is modern R&B a victim of ageism?
0:54:38 – Is 90's and 2000's overrated in the grand scheme of things?
1:02:00 – Love letters: Trey Songz - What's Best For You
1:08:02 – Upcoming "Drive 2" project from Kevin Ross

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 138 Jun 27, 2021

We're back with a new episode of the podcast. We continue our discussion on The Encore show as the Cherish/702 conflict as really sparked up opinions on Twitter. We also talk about new music from Justine Syke, H.E.R. and Snoh Aalegra. Lastly we look at albums in 2021 and debate whether they should be considered playlists because of the amount of songs on these projects as well as the random features. Lastly we give a history lesson on T-Pain and his usage on R&B. We look at how he impacted the genre long term and what that meant for R&B.

0:01:06 – There's no tuna in Subway's tuna sub?!
0:02:00 – The drama on BET's "The Encore"
0:08:19 - Will this TV show benefit any of the artists musically?
0:12:32 - The album cover for Snoh Aalegra's "Temporary Highs in the Violet Skies"
0:15:08 – Is there a difference between a playlist and an album in today's streaming era? Using H.E.R.'s debut album as an example.
0:25:30 – Kyle will retire from R&B for good if this new Usher album isn't good
0:30:00 – T-Pain vs Usher: a discussion on autotune
0:46:00 – Love letters: Nivea - Don't Mess With My Man

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 137 May 24, 2021

We went on a little bit of a hiatus but we're back! We talk about the new R&B super group with members from Blaque, Cherish, 702, Danity Kane and Total as they will be broadcasting the recording of the album on BET. We also talk about new music from Teedra Moses and Anthony Hamilton. Lastly we discuss "signature song" from some of the most popular R&B songs today.

0:02:26 – New music picks of the week: Anthony Hamilton and Teedra Moses
0:09:00 – Our thoughts BET's "The Encore" and people who are in the R&B supergroup
0:31:00 – Chicken intermission: Free McFlurries at McDonalds?!
0:33:10 – Our thoughts on the SWV vs Xscape VERZUZ battle
0:40:40 – What is the signature song for certain R&B artists?

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 136 Apr 18, 2021

We're back with a brand new episode of the podcast. We debate which Aaliyah song on the "Romeo Must Die soundtrack is the best". We also talk about some new music from Sevyn Streeter, JoJo Hailey and The Isley Brothers. We also talk the latest on Usher's upcoming album. Lastly we try to find out what happened to the R&B singer Deemi. Check us out and also follow us @SoulBackPodcast on Instagram and Twitter.

0:06:00 – Tom's R&B Trivia
0:17:43 – Looking back at Aaliyah's songs on the "Romeo Must Die" soundtrack
0:25:00 – There should be a union for Rap and R&B artists funded by major labels
0:27:46 – New music picks of the week: Sevyn Streeter, JoJo Hailey and The Isley Brothers
0:33:59 – Jacquees covering Jon B, Donell Jones and Joe
0:40:11 – Is Usher's album finally done?
0:49:05 – Chicken intermission: Top 5 best chocolate bars?
0:53:48 – What R&B artists are still passionate about music making?
0:59:40 – Edd's love letters
1:04:35 – Whatever happened to Deemi?

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 135 Apr 05, 2021

We're back with a brand new episode of the podcast. We talk about H.E.R.'s dominance in R&B right now as she just won a few more GRAMMY's. We also talk about some new music from Ruff Endz, Pleasure P and Brian McKnight. We also talk about the state of the industry today and how it compares to the mid 2000's. Lastly we list out the top 10 saddest R&B songs of all time which includes Boyz II Men's "Doing Just Fine". Check us out and also follow us @SoulBackPodcast on Instagram and Twitter.

0:03:15 – Tom's R&B Trivia
0:17:19 – H.E.R. and her dominance in today's industry
0:30:53 – Kyle's chicken intermission: Favorite spreads on bread
0:38:40 – Artists in the 2000s all using the same producers
0:50:15 – New music picks of the week: Ruff Endz, Pleasure P and Brian McKnight
0:53:23 – The top 10 saddest R&B songs of all time
1:01:05 – Edd's love letters

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 134 Mar 29, 2021

We're back with a brand new episode of the podcast. We talk about the upcoming SWV/Xscape Verzuz Battle. We also talk about some new music from Tank, Gallant and Kindred the Family Soul. We celebrate Mariah Carey's birthday by talking about our favorite remixes by her. We also discuss Chris Brown's dominance at radio and discuss why it's an issue that he has no competition right now when it comes to young Male R&B acts. Check us out and also follow us @SoulBackPodcast on Instagram and Twitter.

0:02:00 – Conversation about hot sauce
0:03:00 – Tom's R&B Trivia
0:13:41 – Chris Brown's dominance at radio and how it's happening
0:27:17 – New music picks of the week: Tank, Gallant, Kindred the Family Soul
0:29:40 – Our thoughts on the SWV/Xscape Verzuz Battle
0:43:03 – Kyle's chicken intermission: McDonald's Meatball Burger
0:46:30 – Our favorite Mariah Carey remixes
0:56:20 – Edd's love letters
0:58:40 – Whatever happened to Gina Thompson?
0:00:00 – Plug whatever we have for the site

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 133 Mar 22, 2021

We're back with a brand new episode of the podcast. We talk about Ledisi's win at the GRAMMY's. We also talk about some new music from Joyce Wrice, Kelly Price and Silk Sonic. We talk about the impact of Bruno Mars and his R&B sound. We also discuss big news about a potential Dru Hill reunion tour with all the members as well as Keyshia Cole's final album. Check us out and also follow us @SoulBackPodcast on Instagram and Twitter.

0:02:32 – Ledisi's big win at the GRAMMY's
0:03:50 – Tom's R&B Trivia
0:14:02 – Can Silk Sonic save mainstream R&B?
0:24:33 – New music picks of the week: Silk Sonic, Kelly Price and Joyce Wrice
0:32:26 – A Dru Hill reunion tour is in the works
0:40:28 – Kyle's chicken intermission: The KFC Popcorn Chicken Pizza from Pizza Hut
0:44:02 – Keyshia Cole is retiring after this next album
0:51:50 – Edd's love letters
0:56:31 – Whatever happened to Aaron Hall?
0:00:00 – Plug whatever we have for the site

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 132 *A Celebration Of Career Of The Rodney "Darkchild" Jerkins* Mar 01, 2021

On this week's episode, we highlight the career of Rodney Jerkins aka Darkchild and his contributions to R&B. We talk about some of Rodney's most memorable productions, his work with Brandy, Michael Jackson and Whitney Houston as well as his impact on the industry. We go through his discography in chronological order and discuss some of our favorite records that he's done. We're trying to celebrate all the great creatives that have made great R&B over the years, so check out our Darkchild episode!

0:00:00 – Chicken wings talk
0:01:17 – Rodney Jerkins' underrated legacy
0:05:00 – Revisiting Joe's "Don't Wanna Be A Player" and Mary J. Blige's "Share My World"
0:11:13 – Brandy's "Never Say Never" album
0:16:06 – Rodney Jerkins work with Whitney Houston, Jennifer Lopez, Destiny's Child and Coko
0:26:55 – Darkchild's work in the 2000's for Toni Braxton, Michael Jackson and Brandy
0:37:34 – Rodney Jerkins in the mid 2000's for Ray J, Tamia and Keyshia Cole
0:52:10 – Top 3 R&B records from Darkchild

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 131 *A Celebration Of Career Of The Neptunes* Feb 22, 2021

On this week's episode, we highlight the career of The Neptunes and his contributions to R&B. We talk about some of Pharrell and Chad's most memorable productions, their work with Kelis, Justin Timberlake and Robin Thicke as well as their impact on the industry. We go through their discography in chronological order and discuss some of our favorite records that they've done. We're trying to celebrate all the great creatives that have made great R&B over the years, so check out our Neptunes episode!

0:00:00 – Crazy snow days
0:05:05 – The Neptunes impact in the early 2000's
0:11:05 – Revisiting The Neptunes early work with SWV, Blackstreets and Total
0:14:00 – The beginning of the Neptunes domination for artists like Kelis, Usher, Ray J and N.O.R.E.
0:25:20 – The Neptunes working with Pop acts like *NSYNC, Backstreet Boys and Britney Spears
0:27:25 – Pharrell singing on the hooks
0:33:52 – Justin Timberlake's "Justified" album
0:44:20 – Looking back at Kelis' "Milkshake" and Nelly's "Flap Your Wings"
0:47:31 – Pharrell's solo production
0:54:45 – Big records with "Blurred Lines", "Happy" and "Get Lucky"
0:59:43 – Return of The Neptunes
1:03:30 – Top 3 R&B records from The Neptunes

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 129 *A Celebration Of Career Of Timbaland* Feb 15, 2021

On this week's episode, we highlight the career of Timbaland and his contributions to R&B. We talk about some of his most memorable productions, his work with Aaliyah, Justin Timberlake and Ginuwine as well as his impact on the industry. We go through his discography in chronological order and discuss some of our favorite records that he's done. We're trying to celebrate all the great creatives that have made great R&B over the years, so check out our Timbaland episode!

0:00:00 – Valentine's day celebrations
0:04:41 – Why do people still call him Timberland??
0:06:00 – Revisiting mid 90's Timbaland era with songs from Ginuwine, Aaliyah, Nicole Wray, Playa
0:21:21 – Revisiting Timbaland's Indian sample era with songs from Justin Timberlake, Aaliyah, Missy Elliott, Tweet
0:33:50 – Looking back at TImbaland's massive run in the mid 2000's with Justin Timberlake, Nelly Furtado, Keri Hilson and Omarion
0:19:25 – Sade's "Love Deluxe"
0:50:40 - Top 3 Timbaland R&B songs

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 128 *Revisiting The Year 1992 In R&B* Jan 26, 2021

On this week of the #SoulBackPodcast, we revisit R&B in 1992 and what was going out during that era of R&B. Names that will pop up during this conversation are SWV, Mary J. Blige, Sade, Bobby Brown and En Vogue. We talk about some of our favorite albums and songs from that year and also discuss some of the sleepers that people may have forgot about. We also discuss the industry during that time and some of the trends were happening during that time.

0:00:00 – Recapping Ashanti/Keyshia Cole Verzuz Battle
0:05:00 – Looking at 1992
0:08:32 – Revisiting Bobby Brown's "Bobby" album
0:12:18 – "The Bodyguard" and "Boomerang" soundtrack
0:15:45 – Looking at En Vogue's "Funky Divas" album
0:19:25 – Sade's "Love Deluxe"
0:24:00- Debut albums from 1992
0:48:50 – Rookie Of The Year Of 1992
0:54:18 – Top 3 albums of 1992

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 127 *Revisiting The Year 1993 In R&B* Jan 18, 2021

On this week of the #SoulBackPodcast, we revisit R&B in 1993 and what was going out during that era of R&B. Names that will pop up during this conversation are R. Kelly, Toni Braxton, Jodeci, Intro, Mariah Carey, Janet Jackson and Tony Toni Tone. We talk about some of our favorite albums and songs from that year and also discuss some of the sleepers that people may have forgot about. We also discuss the industry during that time and some of the trends were happening during that time.

0:00:00 – Looking at 1993
0:06:15 – Revisiting Janet Jackson's "Janet" album
0:10:31 – Looking back at Jodeci's "Diary Of A Mad Band" and Mariah Carey's "Music Box"
0:16:41 – Babyface's run in 1993 with his album and Tevin Campbell
0:19:36 – Looking at Tony Toni Tone's album "Sons Of Soul"
0:21:26- Debut albums from 1993
0:42:20 – Rookie Of The Year Of 1993
0:45:34 – Top 3 albums of 1993

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 126 *Revisiting The Year 1994 In R&B* Jan 10, 2021

On this week of the #SoulBackPodcast, we revisit R&B in 1994 and what was going out during that era of R&B. Names that will pop up during this conversation are Boyz II Men, TLC, Mary J Blige, Keith Sweat, Brandy, Aaliyah, Blackstreet, Usher and Jamie Foxx. We talk about some of our favorite albums and songs from that year and also discuss some of the sleepers that people may have forgot about. We also discuss the industry during that time and some of the trends were happening during that time.

0:00:00 – Looking at 1994
0:02:44 – R&B trivia
0:05:00 – Looking back at the Boyz II Men "II", TLC "CrazySexyCool" and Mary J Blige "My Life" albums
0:23:45 – Keith Sweat's "Get Up On It" and Mariah Carey's Christmas album
0:27:27 – The impact of H-Town, Luther Vandross and Anita Baker in the 90's
0:33:25- Debut albums from 1994
0:52:25 – Rookie Of The Year Of 1994
0:56:17 – Top 3 albums of 1994

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 125 *Revisiting The Year 1995 In R&B* Jan 04, 2021

On this week of the #SoulBackPodcast, we revisit R&B in 1995 and what was going out during that era of R&B. Names that will pop up during this conversation are Mariah Carey, Jodeci, Faith Evans, D'Angelo, Mariah Carey, R Kelly, Monica and Deborah Cox. We talk about some of our favorite albums and songs from that year and also discuss some of the sleepers that people may have forgot about. We also discuss the industry during that time and some of the trends were happening during that time.

0:00:00 – Looking at 1995
0:03:41 – Revisiting Mariah Carey's "Daydream" album
0:06:13 – The "Waiting To Exhale" soundtrack
0:09:33 – Looking at R. Kelly's self-titled album
0:11:25- Jodeci's "The Show, The After Party, The Hotel"
0:14:00 – Xscape's "Off the Hook" album
0:18:11 – Debut albums from 1995
0:46:10 – Rookie Of The Year Of 1995
0:49:55 – Top 3 albums of 1995

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 124 *Revisiting The Year 1996 In R&B* Dec 27, 2020

On this week of the #SoulBackPodcast, we revisit R&B in 1996 and what was going out during that era of R&B. Names that will pop up during this conversation are Toni Braxton, New Edition, Ginuwine, 112, Dru Hill, SWV and Keith Sweat. We talk about some of our favorite albums and songs from that year and also discuss some of the sleepers that people may have forgot about. We also discuss the industry during that time and some of the trends were happening during that time.

0:00:00 – Celebrating the holidays
0:03:22 – R&B Trivia: What group are they from?
0:09:15 – Looking back at Toni Braxton's "Secrets" and Aaliyah's "One In A Million"
0:15:40 – Reflecting on SWV's "New Beginning" and Keith Sweat's self-titled
0:19:35- Looking back at Blackstreet, Babyface and Luther Vandross
0:23:00 – New Edition's "Home Again" comeback
0:28:45 – Debut albums from 1996
0:50:30 – Rookie Of The Year Of 1996
0:54:00 – Top 3 albums of 1996

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 123 *Revisiting The Year 1997 In R&B* Dec 21, 2020

On this week of the #SoulBackPodcast, we revisit R&B in 1997 and what was going out during that era of R&B. Names that will pop up during this conversation are Mariah Carey, Mary J. Blige, Next, Boyz II Men, Usher, Jon B, Brian McKnight and Joe. We talk about some of our favorite albums and songs from that year and also discuss some of the sleepers that people may have forgot about. We also discuss the industry during that time and some of the trends were happening during that time.

0:00:00 – Reflecting back on the state of the industry of 1997
0:03:15 – Reflecting on Mariah Carey's "Butterfly" album
0:08:35 – Looking at Mary J. Blige's "Share My World" album and Janet Jackson's "Velvet Rope" album
0:16:00 – Reflecting on albums from SWV and En Vogue
0:21:22- Looking back at "Cool Relax" by Jon B
0:26:06 – Looking at Usher's "My Way" album
0:30:00 – Reflecting on albums from Joe, Brian McKnight, Boyz II Men
0:38:40 – LSG's album0

:42:00 – Debut albums from 1997

0:56:14 – Rookie Of The Year Of 1997
1:01:08 – Top 3 albums of 1997

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 122 *Revisiting The Year 1998 In R&B* Dec 14, 2020

On this week of the #SoulBackPodcast, we revisit R&B in 1998 and what was going out during that era of R&B. Names that will pop up during this conversation are Brandy, Monica, Whitney Houston, Faith Evans, Tamia, Lauryn Hill, 112, and Dru Hill. We talk about some of our favorite albums and songs from that year and also discuss some of the sleepers that people may have forgot about. We also discuss the industry during that time and some of the trends were happening during that time.

0:00:00 - Reflecting back on the state of the industry of 1998
0:04:16 - Reflecting on Deborah Cox's second album "One Wish"
0:05:25 - Looking at Faith Evans' "Keep The Faith" and Whitney Houston "My Love Is Your Love"
0:10:00 - Reflecting on Brandy's "Never Say Never" album and Monica's "The Boy Is Mine"
0:14:20- Talking about Total and Xscape
0:17:15 - Looking at albums from Montell Jordan, Maxwell
0:20:46 - Reflecting on Keith Sweats' "Still In The Game"
0:22:09 - R Kelly's "R" album
0:26:05 - Looking back at 112 and Dru Hill's second albums
0:34:30 - Rookie Of The Year Of 1997
1:06:05 - Top 3 albums of 1997

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 121 *Revisiting The Year 1999 In R&B* Dec 07, 2020

On this week of the #SoulBackPodcast, we revisit R&B in 1999 and what was going out during that era of R&B. Names that will pop up during this conversation are Sisqo, Donell Jones, Ginuwine, TLC and Destiny's Child. We talk about some of our favorite albums and songs from that year and also discuss some of the sleepers that people may have forgot about. We also discuss the industry during that time and some of the trends were happening during that time.

0:00:01 - Reflecting back on the state of the industry of 1999
0:02:50 - Reflecting on Donell Jones' "Where I Wanna Be"
0:05:25 - Looking at Brian McKnight's "Back At One"
0:07:30 - Looking at releases from Chico DeBarge, Silk, Montell Jordan, Eric Benet
0:16:33 - Talking about Destiny's Child "The Writing's on the Wall"
0:20:04 - Is TLC's "FanMail" better than "CrazySexyCool"?
0:23:03 - Looking at releases from 702, Mary J. Blige and Mariah Carey
0:33:43 - Looking at the 1999 rookies in R&B
0:44:24 - Rookie Of The Year Of 1999
0:48:30 - Looking back at Ginuwine's "100% Ginuwine"
0:51:00 - Top 3 albums of 1999

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 120 *Looking Back At The New Jack Swing Era* Nov 29, 2020

On this week's episode, we look back at the New Jack Swing era of R&B. Obviously when we think about NJS, we think of Teddy Riley, Keith Sweat and GUY, but there are so many other names that we had to talk about in this episode. Names that you'll see on this episode are Christopher Williams, Al B. Sure, Karyn White, Jade and Men At Large. We look at the beginnings of the sound as well as the evolution of it from the likes of Michael Jackson, TLC and Boyz II Men. We also talk about some of the biggest hits from that era including "Poison". Lastly we talk about the death of that sound as R&B transitioned to Hip Hop Soul thanks to Mary J. Blige and Jodeci.

0:04:30 - The NJS sound
0:07:45 - The impact of NJS on 80's R&B artists
0:12:31 - Looking back at Keith Sweat, Al B. Sure, GUY
0:19:36 - Michael Jackson experimenting with the sound on the "Dangerous" album
0:21:00 - Bobby Brown's "Don't Be Cruel" and New Edition's "Heart Break"
0:26:10 - LaFace's New Jack Swing/R&B sound with Toni Braxton and TLC
0:31:33 - Was Janet Jackson's "Control" album the start of New Jack Swing?
0:34:00 - The Fresh Prince of Bel Air's impact
0:36:00 - Looking back at Jodeci's and Mary J. Blige's albums
0:53:48 - Did Dr Dre kill New Jack Swing with the G-Funk era?

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 119 *Who Is An R&B Legend?* Nov 23, 2020

On this week's episode, we talk about one of the most popular discussions on the internet and of course that is debating who is a legend in R&B. We try to go through the list of the most celebrated R&B artists of our time including Usher, Brandy, Monica, Aaliyah and many more to decide whether they fit our requirements. Some of our requirements include quality, impact and longevity. Check out our conversation and see if you agree with our takes.

0:02:02 - The definition of a legend
0:04:45 - Legend vs veteran
0:10:34 - Which female R&B groups would you consider legendary?
0:17:10 - Which male R&B groups would you consider a legendary?
0:23:51 - Which of the 90's R&B teens would we consider legends?
0:35:00 - Looking at other potential artists that would fit the mold

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 118 *Favorite Moments In 2000's R&B* Nov 15, 2020

On this week of the #SoulBackPodcast, we look back at the entire decade of the 2000's. We've spent the last few weeks revisiting each year and have given our top three albums of each year. On this episode, we each give our top 5 albums of the whole decade and also debate which artists that came from this era are now considered legends. We also brought our listeners to discuss with us, so check it out as it's a lot to uncover.

0:03:13 - Reflecting back R&B from 2000-2009
0:06:51 - Our top 5 R&B albums of the 2000's decade (Picks include Justin Timberlake, Amerie, Usher, Ne-Yo and Alicia Keys)
0:37:00 - Queen of R&B for the 2000: Usher, R Kelly or D'Angelo?
0:41:15 - Queen of R&B for the 2000: Alicia Keys, Beyonce or Mariah Carey?
0:44:50 - Which R&B artist had the most promise after their debut and did they fulfil their potential?
0:49:12 - Which 2000's artists are now considered legends?

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 117 *Revisiting The Year 2000 In R&B* Nov 02, 2020

On this week of the #SoulBackPodcast, we revisit R&B in 2000 and what was going out during that era of R&B. Names that will pop up during this conversation are Jagged Edge, Joe, Jill Scott, Toni Braxton and Musiq Soulchild. We talk about some of our favorite albums and songs from that year and also discuss some of the sleepers that people may have forgot about. We also discuss the industry during that time and some of the trends were happening during that time.

0:00:01 - Reflecting back on the state of the industry of 2000
0:02:40 - Looking back at the 2000 album from the man we're not allowed to talk about
0:05:12 - Reflecting on Jagged Edge's "J.E. Heartbreak"
0:09:45 - The legacy of D'Angelo's "Voodoo" album
0:12:28 - Looking at releases from Dave Hollister, Boyz II Men and Joe
0:19:45 - Celebrating Toni Braxton's "The Heat"
0:22:24 - Releases from female artists like Mya, Erykah Badu, Sade and Tamia
0:28:19 - Looking at the 2000 rookies in R&B
0:44:08 - Rookie Of The Year Of 2000
0:48:00 - Most anticipated album of 2000
0:51:00 - Most slept on album of 2000
0:54:25 - Top 3 albums of 2000

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 116 *Revisiting The Year 2001 In R&B* Oct 26, 2020

On this week of the #SoulBackPodcast, we revisit R&B in 2001 and what was going out during that era of R&B. Names that will pop up during this conversation are Usher, Aaliyah, Michael Jackson, Alicia Keys and Faith Evans. We talk about some of our favorite albums and songs from that year and also discuss some of the sleepers that people may have forgot about. We also discuss the industry during that time and some of the trends were happening during that time.

0:00:01 - Reflecting back on the state of the industry of 2001
0:03:40 - Looking at the impact of Usher's "8701" album
0:07:20 - Reflecting on Michael Jackson's Invincible" album
0:09:05 - Releases from male artists like Maxwell, Ginuwine, Case, Jagged Edge, 112
0:14:20 - Remembering Aaliyah's self-titled album
0:18:40 - Celebrating Faith Evan's "Faithfully" album
0:20:30 - Releases from female artists like Mary J. Blige, Kelis, Janet Jackson and Destiny's Child
0:27:00 - Looking at the 2001 rookies in R&B
0:44:00 - Rookie Of The Year Of 2001
0:45:15 - Most anticipated album of 2001
0:47:45 - Most slept on album of 2001
0:50:12 - Top 3 albums of 2001

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 115 *Revisiting The Year 2002 In R&B* Oct 18, 2020

On this week of the #SoulBackPodcast, we revisit R&B in 2002 and what was going out during that era of R&B. Names that will pop up during this conversation are Brandy, Ashanti, Amerie, Tweet and Justin Timberlake. We talk about some of our favorite albums and songs from that year and also discuss some of the sleepers that people may have forgot about. We also discuss the industry during that time and some of the trends were happening during that time.

0:00:01 - Reflecting back on the state of the industry of 2002
0:05:00 - Looking at the impact of Brandy's "Full Moon" album
0:09:15 - Reflecting on releases from veteran artists TLC, Mariah Carey, Whitney Houston
0:11:45 - Why does Musiq Soulchild's "Juslisen" album cover have three different colors?
0:13:00 - Looking back at Dru Hill's "Dru World Order" album, Tyrese's "I Wanna Go There" and Boyz II Men "Full Circle"
0:38:50 - Looking at the 2002 rookies in R&B
0:39:00 - Rookie Of The Year Of 2002
0:41:40 - Most anticipated album of 2002
0:43:50 - Most anticipated album of 2002
0:45:50 - Top 3 albums of 2002

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 114 *Revisiting The Year 2003 In R&B* Oct 11, 2020

On this week of the #SoulBackPodcast, we revisit R&B in 2003 and what was going out during that era of R&B. Names that will pop up during this conversation are Beyonce, Alicia Keys, Anthony Hamilton and R Kelly. We talk about some of our favorite albums and songs from that year and also discuss some of the sleepers that people may have forgot about. We also discuss the industry during that time and some of the trends were happening during that time.

0:00:01 - Reflecting back on the state of the industry of 2003
0:05:40 - Looking at the success of the Willy Wonka album
0:09:15 - Reflecting on Alicia Keys' second album
0:14:28 - Big success for Anthony Hamilton's "Comin' from Where I'm From"
0:18:40 - Albums from Musiq Soulchild and Ginuwine
0:22:32 - Albums from Ashanti, Mya, Monica, Mary J. Blige
0:32:45 - Albums from Jagged Edge, 112 and 702
0:38:50 - Looking at the 2003 rookies in R&B
0:43:51 - Looking back at Beyonce's debut album
0:49:53 - Most slept on albums of 2003
0:51:44 - Most anticipated album of 2003
0:52:58 - Top 3 albums of 2003

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 113 *Revisiting The Year 2004 In R&B* Oct 04, 2020

On this week of the #SoulBackPodcast, we revisit R&B in 2004 and what was going out during that era of R&B. Names that will pop up during this conversation are Usher, Janet Jackson, John Legend, Brandy and Destiny's Child. We talk about some of our favorite albums and songs from that year and also discuss some of the sleepers that people may have forgot about. We also discuss the industry during that time and some of the trends were happening during that time.

0:00:01 - Reflecting back on the state of the industry of 2004
0:02:00 - Looking back at Usher "Confessions" album
0:08:00 - Reflecting on Destiny Child's final album "Destiny's Fulfilled" and Jill Scott's "Beautifully Human: Words and Sounds Vol. 2"
0:16:00 - Albums and great music videos from Tamia, Christina Milian and Ashanti
0:18:40 - Big success for Mario and Mario Winans
0:22:11 - Janet Jackson's very underrated album "Damita Jo"
0:29:35 - Celebrating albums from Carl Thomas, the person we're not allowed to talk about, Rahsaan Patterson and Raphael Saadiq
0:28:00 - Looking at the 2004 rookies in R&B
0:38:40 - Is Brandy's "Afrodisiac" better than "Full Moon"?
0:40:22 - Rookie Of The Year 2004
0:42:25 - Most anticipated album of 2004
0:44:52 - Most slept on albums of 2004
0:46:31 - Top 3 albums of 2004

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 112 *Revisiting The Year 2005 In R&B* Sep 27, 2020

On this week of the #SoulBackPodcast, we revisit R&B in 2005 and what was going out during that era of R&B. Names that will pop up during this conversation are Mariah Carey, Chris Brown, Mary J. Blige, Keyshia Cole and Faith Evans. We talk about some of our favorite albums and songs from that year and also discuss some of the sleepers that people may have forgot about. We also discuss the industry during that time and some of the trends were happening during that time.

0:00:01 – Reflecting back on the state of the industry of 2005
0:03:20 – Looking back at Mariah Carey’s “The Emancipation of Mimi” album
0:08:10 – Mary J. Blige’s album “The Breakthrough” and Toni Braxton’s “Libra”
0:13:20 – Reflecting on Amerie’s “Touch” album
0:16:00 – Looking back at Faith Evans’ “First Lady” album
0:18:50 – Jamie Foxx’s success with “Unpredictable”
0:21:00 – Releases from Charlie Wilson, Ginuwine, Tweet, Marques Houston
0:29:35 – The man we aren’t allowed to talk about and “Trapped In The Closet”
0:32:15 – Which rookie did you think would be a star back in 2005?
0:41:05 – Rookie Of The Year 2005
0:45:45 – The Twitter Thriller of 2005
0:50:06 – Most slept on albums of 2005
0:52:40 – Top 3 albums of 2005

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 111 *Revisiting The Year 2006 In R&B* Sep 20, 2020

On this week of the #SoulBackPodcast, we revisit R&B in 2006 and what was going out during that era of R&B. Names that will pop up during this conversation are Ne-Yo, Justin Timberlake, Beyonce, Tamia, Danity Kane and Avant. We talk about some of our favorite albums and songs from that year and also discuss some of the sleepers that people may have forgot about. We also discuss the industry during that time and some of the trends were happening during that time.

0:00:01 - Reflecting back on the state of the industry of 2006
0:03:24 - Looking back at Ne-Yo's debut album "In My Own Words"
0:06:35 - Initial reaction when Justin Timberlake and Timbaland released "SexyBack"
0:13:36 - Looking back at Ciara's "The Evolution" and Tamia's "Between Friends"
0:18:20 - Other great R&B albums in 2006 including Jaheim, Donell Jones and Avant
0:17:33 - Looking at debut albums from LeToya, Cassie, Danity Kane
0:33:34 - Rookie Of The Year 2006
0:37:40 - Most anticipated album of 2006
0:40:17 - Most slept on albums of 2006
0:45:15 - The Twitter Thriller of 2006
0:48:00 - Top 3 albums of 2006

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 110 *Revisiting The Year 2007 In R&B* Sep 13, 2020

On this week of the #SoulBackPodcast, we revisit R&B in 2007 and what was going out during that era of R&B. Names that will pop up during this conversation are Alicia Keys, Keyshia Cole, Ne-Yo, J. Holiday and Tank. We talk about some of our favorite albums and songs from that year and also discuss some of the sleepers that people may have forgot about. We also discuss the industry during that time and some of the trends were happening during that time.

0:00:01 - Reflecting back on the state of the industry of 2008
0:01:39 - Looking back at Alicia Keys' "As I Am" album
0:03:15 - Sophomore album success from the likes of Keyshia Cole, Bobby V, Chris Brown and Ne-Yo
0:05:24 - Musiq Soulchild going to Atlantic Records for "Luvanmusiq"
0:14:08 - Amerie and Mya dropping Japan only albums
0:17:33 - Looking at debut albums Chrisette Michele & J. Holiday
0:23:51 - Most slept on albums of 2007
0:26:00 - Most anticipated album of 2007
0:32:00 - The Twitter Thriller of 2007
0:35:06 - Top 3 albums of 2007

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 109 *Revisiting The Year 2008 In R&B* Sep 06, 2020

On this week of the #SoulBackPodcast, we revisit R&B in 2008 and what was going out during that era of R&B. Names that will pop up during this conversation are Usher, Mariah Carey, Beyonce, Ne-Yo and Keyshia Cole. We talk about some of our favorite albums and songs from that year and also discuss some of the sleepers that people may have forgot about. We also discuss the industry during that time and some of the trends were happening during that time.

0:00:25 - Reflecting back on the state of the industry of 2008
0:01:40 - The impact of T-Pain and Kanye West
0:04:34 - Usher's "Here I Stand" and Mariah Carey's "E=MC^2" albums and them trying to match the success of their previous albums
0:08:42 - Beyonce's "Sasha Fierce" era
0:10:58 - Reflecting on Keyshia Cole changing her sound on "A Different Me"
0:13:01 - Brandy and John Legend direction change with "Humans" and "Evolver"
0:15:40 - Ne-Yo was the King of R&B in 2008
0:17:11 - Looking at debut albums DAY26, Jazmine Sullivan, Jennifer Hudson and more
0:27:43 - Most anticipated album of 2008
0:31:50 - The Twitter Thriller of 2008
0:34:12 - Most slept on albums of 2008
0:39:15 - Top 3 albums of 2008

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 108 *Revisiting The Year 2009 In R&B* Aug 31, 2020

On this week of the #SoulBackPodcast, we revisit R&B in 2009 and what was going out during that era of R*B. Names that will pop up during this conversation are Maxwell, Beyonce, Jamie Foxx and Trey Songz. We talk about some of our favorite albums and songs from that year and also discuss who the winners were on the charts as well as the GRAMMY’s. We also discuss the industry during that time and some of the trends were happening during that time.

0:00:00 – Reflecting back on the shift in R&B during 2009
0:03:02 – Looking at Billboard’s Year End Hip Hop/R&B charts – hits from Pleasure P, Jeremih and Mario
0:17:11 – Looking at the GRAMMY 2010 awards to look at who was awarded for 2009 R&B
0:22:55 – Favorite three R&B albums from 2009 including Trey Songz, Maxwell, LeToya Luckett
0:26:35 – What album did we anticipate the most that year?
0:33:50 – The King of R&B of 2009

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 107 *Brandy/Monica Verzuz Discussion* Aug 24, 2020

We dedicate this #SoulBackPodcast episode to the announcement of Brandy and Monica's Verzuz battle which is set to take place August 31st. Nothing is cooler than seeing two of our favorite R&B legends coming together to play their beloved hits. On this episode we talk about their catalog, our favorite records from each of them and who we think has the upper hand when it comes to this battle.

0:01:29 - Our initial thoughts on Brandy and Monica doing a Verzuz battle
0:03:41 - Should this be based off hits or entire catalog?
0:08:30 - Should they use their new songs to promote their latest projects?
0:14:54 - The rules when it comes to using "The Boy Is Mine" during this battle
0:19:56 - Ranking Monica's discography
0:33:00 - Top 3 Monica songs
0:36:00 - Ranking Brandy's discography
0:52:50 - Top 3 Brandy songs
0:56:20 - Who will end up winning the Verzuz battle?

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 106 Aug 03, 2020

On this SoulBack R&B podcast, we talk about some of the latest releases from R&B this week including Brandy, Jagged Edge, Toni Braxton and 112. We dive deep into one of the most anticipated albums this year which is Brandy's "B7" album and give our thoughts on it. We also dissect Jagged Edge's 31 song album "A Jagged Love Story" and figure out if that was a good move by them. We also try to debate whether "Poison" by Bell Biv DeVoe is the best party R&B song from the 90's. Check us out!

0:01:00 - Poison vs Return Of The Mack vs This is How We Do It
0:04:37 - Our thoughts on Brandy's new album "B7"
0:26:10 - Our thoughts on Jagged Edge's new album "A Jagged Love Story"
0:41:20 - New Music from Kem, Toni Braxton, 112
0:44:15 - SoulBack Track Of The Day: Jodeci - Freek'N You (Mr. Dalvin remix)
0:47:58 - New album announcements from Donell Jones, Trey Songz and Jacquees
0:51:34 - Jermaine Dupri not wanting to work on a future Janet Jackson project
0:55:25 - Has R Kelly being canceled hurt the genre?

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 105 Jul 20, 2020

On this SoulBack R&B podcast, we talk about some of the latest releases from Chris Brown, JoJo Hailey, Mr. Dalvin and Ledisi. We also talk about Brandy's upcoming album and the promotion leading up to the release in two weeks. We also talk about some of the changing trends in the industry including deluxe versions of albums as well as streaming overtaking sales. We attempt to give our top 10 greatest R&B songs of the 90's which includes the Monica record "Before You Walk Out Of My Life". Speaking of Monica, we also celebrate the 25th anniversary of her debut album.

0:01:05 - Interesting video game facts
0:05:15 - The dangers of social media when it comes to mental health
0:14:35 - New music from Chris Brown, JoJo Hailey and Ledisi
0:21:00 - Looking ahead to Brandy's upcoming album and the promotion for it
0:24:08 - How do we measure the success of an artist in 2020?
0:29:00 - Redefining what a deluxe version of an album is in the streaming era
0:33:00 - Our favorite songs from Total
0:35:46 - Top 10 greatest R&B songs from the 90's
0:44:42 - Celebrating the 25th anniversary of Monica's debut album "Miss Thang"
0:50:23 - SoulBack Track Of The Day: 702 - Gotta Leave

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 104 Jul 13, 2020

On this SoulBack R&B podcast, we talk about some of the latest releases from Avant. H.E.R, Snoh Aalegra and Summer Walker. We also dive deep into JoJo's new acoustic album and try to figure out why more R&B artists don't do something like this. We also talk about Jagged Edge's upcoming double album and if it would be smart to make one side traditional R&B and the other side trap R&B. We also discuss Johnta Austin's recent tweet about songs that are vibes versus hits. Lastly we talk about Pretty Ricky and debate whether they should be considered Hip Hop or R&B. And of course we have to talk about August Alsina this week.

0:01:10 - The food in the NBA bubble at Disney World
0:03:00 - Our thoughts on Avant's "Can We Fall In Love" album
0:07:48 - Looking ahead to Jagged Edge's double album "A Jagged Love Story"
0:15:11 - JoJo delivers on her acoustic album
0:21:20 - New music from H.E.R., Snoh Aalegra and Summer Walker
0:28:11 - Johnta Austin's tweet about vibes vs hits
0:31:30 - Celebrating 20 years of Jill Scott's debut album
0:35:15 - What internet rumor excites you more: Raphael Saadiq working with Adele or Ariana Grande working with Lucky Daye?
0:39:19 - What are some songs that hit different when you actually go through the experience?
0:42:45 - August Alsina and entanglement
0:46:35 - R&B Trivia: Pretty Ricky edition

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 103 Jul 06, 2020

We’re back with another episode of the podcast. On this SoulBack R&B podcast, we talk about new music from Ty Dolla $ign, Ralph Tresvant and PJ Morton. We also discuss what direction Chris Brown and Bruno Mars should go on their upcoming albums. We also talk about some of the biggest trends in R&B history including the Millennium era, Crunk era and try to figure out what has aged horribly and what has worked. We also discuss the the origins of the Ashanti/Tamia “Into You” fiasco. Check us out this week!

0:01:22 – What would your last meal be?
0:04:30 – Our thoughts on Ty Dolla $ign’s new song “Ego Death”
0:09:15 – Did the August Alsina/Jada Pinkett Smith/Will Smith drama help August’s album sales?
0:14:41 – Our thoughts on Ralph Tresvant’s new song “All Mine” with Johnny Gill
0:17:30 – Remembering New Edition’s albums “Home Again” and “One Love”
0:20:20 – Our thoughts on PJ Morton’s new song “I Can’t Wait”
0:22:33 – Are Bruno Mars and Chris Brown in the same lane?
0:28:00 – The older you get, the less sad songs you listen to
0:31:10 – Old songs that sound super dated today
0:38:38 – The origins of “Into You” by Fabolous featuring Ashanti and Tamia
0:42:52 – SoulBack Track Of The Day: Shanice – Yesterday
0:46:10 – Playa Please Award: Vanilla Ice has a concert on Independence Day during a pandemic!

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 102 Jun 29, 2020

We're back with another #SoulBackPodcast episode. We talk about new music from Brian McKnight, Toni Braxton and Missy Elliott. We also discuss Tank's comments about wanting to do concerts in the midst of this pandemic. We talk about new projects from Sugah, Avant and Jagged Edge and discuss what we should expect from them on their upcoming releases. We also highlight an emerging R&B singer named Jayla Darden who has caught our attention. Lastly we talk about Ja Rule's amazing commercial about gyros.

0:01:24 - Remembering Super Mario Bros. 2
0:03:17 - Ja Rule's commercial about Greek food
0:05:30 - True/False: The hardest working artists are the ones that get to the top
0:15:20 - Our thoughts on Brian McKnight's final album "Exodus"
0:23:30 - Is this really Brian McKnight's last album?
0:28:50 - Our thoughts on Toni Braxton and Missy Elliott's "Do It"
0:37:10 - Addressing Avant's health rumors
0:38:20 - What does pre-ordering an album mean in 2020?
0:41:50 - Jagged Edge has pushing their album back for a whole year now
0:47:55 - Our thoughts on Jayla Darden's new song "Demonstration"
0:49:15 - SoulBack Track Of The Day: Tweet - Call Me and new EP with her girl group Sugah.
0:51:50 - Playa Please Award: Kanye West's new shoes, artists wanting to have concerts during the COVID-19 pandemic

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 101 Jun 23, 2020

We are back with another episode of the SoulBack R&B podcast. This week we had major album releases from Teyana Taylor and John Legend so we gave our thoughts on both. Teyana had a lot of social media buzz for this album so we see if it lives up the hype. The John Legend album didn’t have as much buzz but we will see if the popular R&B singer was able to deliver another solid album. We also talk about singles released on Juneteenth from the likes of Beyonce and H.E.R. We also talk about the new Trey Songz record. We also discuss Keyshia Cole reuniting with Ron Fair and debate which Hip Hop label has the best R&B artists.

0:00:40 – Are fish considered wet or dry when they’re underwater?
0:03:00 – Our thoughts on Teyana Taylor’s “The Album”
0:09:30 – Is a 10 song project considered an album or an EP?
0:11:22 – Our thoughts on John Legend’s new album “Bigger Love”
0:16:15 – Will Justine Skye breakthrough as an artist with the new Timbaland EP?
0:18:10 – New music from Beyonce, H.E.R., Trey Songz, Q Parker
0:23:45 – The John Legend/Alicia Keys Verzuz Battles
0:31:20 – Keyshia Cole is working with Ron Fair again?!
0:39:48 – #SoulBack Track Of The Day: Keyshia Cole – (I Just Want It) To Be Over
0:43:06 – Playa Please Award: Dating someone way younger, PARTYNEXTDOOR think he’s R&B???
0:49:00 – Which Hip Hop label that has created the best R&B music?

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 100 Jun 14, 2020

We just celebrated our 100th episode! Take a listen to and relive some of our favorite SoulBack moments including episodes with special guests J. Holiday, Mr. Dalvin and Case. We reflect on the podcast and talk about how we got started with it. We also touch on some current events including new music from Chloe x Halle, Tank, Avant and K-Ci Hailey. We also talk about the upcoming battle with John Legend and Alicia Keys. Lastly we talk about the major changes that are happening with the GRAMMY's. Check out the new episode!

0:00:40 - Celebrating 100 episodes
0:04:05 - When you take a shower, are you facing the water or away from the water?
0:06:44 - How the SoulBack podcast got started
0:13:37 - The challenges of booking guests
0:19:30 - Reviewing some statements we made a few years back about R&B
0:33:30 - Our thoughts on Chloe X Halle's new album "Ungodly Hour"
0:36:00 - Should artists put out music during this pandemic?
0:39:00 - Our thoughts on Tank's new EP "Worth The Wait"
0:43:00 - John Legend's upcoming album and his VERZUZ battle with Alicia Keys
0:47:15 - New Music from Avant and K-Ci Hailey
0:52:05 - Our thoughts on the changes with the GRAMMY's
0:58:55 - Playa Please Award: Beyonce is going to play Storm in the Marvel movies

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 99 (Special Guest Zeplyn Tillman) May 31, 2020

We are back with another SoulBack podcast. This week we bring back our good friend and special guest Zeplyn Tillman from Neo Elite. We start off the podcast talking about the tragedy of George Floyd and what we will be doing to help. We also talk about new music releases from Ro James, Ne-Yo and Robin Thicke. We also talk about "Exodus" being Brian McKnight's last album and what that means for R&B. We also talk about the most recent 112 and Jagged Edge battle and how they should have used that opportunity to release new music. We do another fun R&B trivia for everyone and also analyze the lyrics for "Let's Get Married" by Jagged Edge as some people are saying it's a song about settling.

0:00:50 - Supporting The #BlackLivesMatter movement and making sure we do our part
0:03:55 - Top fast food restaurants in America
0:06:22 - Should R&B artists be using Verzuz battles to launch new albums?
0:13:30 - Brian McKnight announces his final album
0:22:05 - Our thoughts on Ne-Yo's new record Jeremih "U 2 Luv"
0:26:00 - Urban AC is a mess right now
0:33:25 - Our thoughts on Ro James' new album "MANTIC"
0:41:09 - Lucky Daye's new record with Babyface
0:44:30 - R&B Trivia: 2000's edition
0:51:41 - Playa Please Award: People thinking Jagged Edge's "Let's Get Married" is about settling, DMX vs Lloyd Banks
1:03:00 - #SoulBack Track Of The Day: Ella Mai - Boo'd Up

Steve "Stone" Huff Interview: Producing Hits for Avant, Joe, KeKe Wyatt, First Placement, Solo Album May 27, 2020

We recently caught up with producer / songwriter Steve "Stone" Huff for an interview on Instagram Live. During our conversation, we talked about how he helped introduce Avant, his work on his debut album "My Thoughts", having him collaborate with Keke Wyatt, working on Avant's "Ecstasy" and "Private Room" albums, creating Joe's hit song "Treat Her Like a Lady", and much more.

Bobby V. Interview: New Single & Label, Signing Artists, "Sunday Dinner" Album, Mista Memories May 27, 2020

We recently had the opportunity to interview Bobby V. on Instagram Live. During our conversation, we talked about his new label Veltree Music Group and the new artists he signed, where is he discovering talent, his upcoming album "Sunday Dinner", memories from the Millennium Tour, reflections of Mista, and creating his debut album.

Link Interview: Reflecting On "Sex Down" Album, Infamous 69 Line & Writing "My Body" by LSG May 25, 2020

We had a chance to interview 90’s R&B singer Link. Some may remember him as he came out with the hit single “Whatcha Gone Do?” along with the very underrated album “Sex Down” back in 1998. However, some may not know that he co-wrote the classic LSG record “My Body”.

We also touch on his sophomore album “Creepin” which he put out independently in 2008. We talked about the challenges for an artist to release music when they’re no longer signed to a major label.

Lastly, YouKnowIGotSoul also caught up with Link to find out what he’s up today and whether he plans on releasing hew music in 2020. Watch the video for the full interview!

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 98 May 25, 2020

SoulBack is back with a new episode. On this album we talk about new music from Lloyd, Mary J. Blige, Teyana Taylor and Ro James. We also discuss the upcoming battle with 112 and Jagged Edge. We also talk about the controversy going on 112's breakup and why people are so upset at only two members still being part of the group. We also talk about potential battle candidates for Missy Elliott which includes Busta Rhymes and Pharrell. We look at upcoming album releases from Ro James and Teyana Taylor. Lastly we debate whether Boyz II Men is the best group of the 90's. Check us out!

0:00:47 - Playa Please Award: Keith Sweat's commercial with 21 Savage
0:04:39 - Keith's online concert series with 112, Next and many more
0:07:15 - Who's going to win the versus battle: 112 or Jagged Edge?
0:12:34 - Trolls pretending like they just found out 112 broke up
0:16:00 - Our thoughts on Lloyd's new song "Slow Wine Bass Line"
0:21:30 - New music from Ro James and Mary J. Blige
0:23:55 - Social media's harsh comments about Kandi's vocals
0:27:45 - Does Missy Elliott have anyone she can face in these Versus battles?
0:31:42 - Playa Please Award: Monica's personal photographer taking photos of her at a funeral
0:33:55 - Looking ahead to Teyana Taylor's new album coming out in June
0:41:34 - SoulBack Track Of The Day: Beenie Man - Girls Dem Sugar (featuring Mya)
0:42:50 - Playa Please Award: Doja Cat fails to follow through with her promise
0:46:35 - Is Boyz II Men the best group of the 90's?

Jon B. Interview: “Bonafide” Album 25th Anniversary, Upcoming New Music May 22, 2020

We recently caught up with the legendary Jon B. for an interview on Instagram Live. During our conversation, we discussed his impactful single “Understand” with Donell Jones, memories of creating his debut album “Bonafide” upon it’s 25th Anniversary, developing his writing and producing skills as a kid, the new album he’s been working on, and much more! Check out what he had to say below.

Cindy of En Vogue Interview: “Born to Sing” Memories, “Electric Cafe” Album, What’s Next for Group May 22, 2020

We recently caught up with Cindy Herron-Braggs, one of the founding members of En Vogue, for an interview on Instagram Live. During our conversation we touched on memories of the group’s debut album “Born to Sing” as it’s reached it’s 30th anniversary, the success of En Vogue over many decades, the group returning with the album “Electric Cafe” after a long gap between projects, the story of how the group originally formed, and much more. Check out what she had to say below!

Meelah Interview: Upcoming Solo Album, 702 Memories & Reuniting, Songwriting, Industry History May 22, 2020

We recently caught up with Meelah for an interview on Instagram live. She shared with us the details of what we can expect on her long awaited solo album, memories of 702 including reuniting with the group in recent years, her history as a songwriter and background vocalist, and much more.

Adrian Marcel Interview: Upcoming Album “2B Honest”, Single “Nowhere”, Raphael Saadiq Memories May 22, 2020

We were able to catch up with singer Adrian Marcel recently for an interview on Instagram Live. This comes on the heels of the release of his video for current single “Nowhere” which we were able to exclusively premiere on the site.

During our conversation, Adrian discussed his four part video series that will be leading up to his next project. He gave us some background on the upcoming album which is called “2B Honest”.

Adrian then took some time to reflect back on the release of his previous album “98th” which came out last year.

We then talked to Adrian about how he originally linked up with Raphael Saadiq and was mentored by the Bay Area legend. This led to a discussion of Adrian’s first mixtape “7 Days of Weak” and what went into the creation of that standout body of work.

The interview wrapped up as we discussed the time period that Adrian Marcel came into R&B and how things might have been different had he come out in the 90’s. Check out what he had to say in the video above!

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 97 May 17, 2020

We're back with another episode of the podcast. This week we talk about new music from Anthony Hamilton, Chloe x Halle and Ro James. We also talk about Jennifer Lopez potentially being on "What's Love" instead of Ashanti. We discuss the state of R&B album releases with the pandemic going on from Alicia Keys, John Legend and Ro James. We also talk about Victoria Monet's career as we try to figure out why she isn't a bigger star. Lastly we talk about the legacy of City High and what their careers would have looked like if they didn't split after their debit album.

0:02:00 - Chris Brown has 100 songs on the Hot 100 charts
0:03:25 - Irv Gotti and Ja Rule wanted Jennifer Lopez to be on Fat Joe's "What's Love" instead of Ashanti
0:06:20 - The technical difficulties on all these IG Live segments
0:09:00 - R&B Trivia: 90's edition
0:21:40 - Our thoughts on Anthony Hamilton's new song with Rick James "Back Together"
0:26:25 - Ro James' new album is coming out in two weeks but he's not ready??
0:33:45 - Our thoughts on Chloe x Halle's new single "Do It"
0:35:40 - Why hasn't Victoria Monet's career popped off with all the talent that she has?
0:42:10 - The lack of excitement for new music from John Legend and Alicia Keys
0:45:30 - Should merch bundles count towards performance on the Billboard Hot 100 charts?
0:52:40 - SoulBack Track Of The Day: City High - Caramel
0:57:44 - Playa Please Award: People getting advice and advise confused, Kehlani/Justin Bieber's R&B tweet

Willie Taylor (Of Day26) Interview: New Single “You Are My Life” & Reflecting On DAY26’s Debut Album May 17, 2020

We recently had a chance to catch up with Willie Taylor from the R&B group DAY26.

During our conversation, we first touched on his new single “You Are My Life”. We also talk about his solo career and how he’s been consistently putting out mixtapes and singles over the past few years.

We also discussed what it’s like for him to balance life with DAY26 as well as his own solo music. We talk about new music from DAY26 as well as tours that they missed out on including the Millennium tour as well as the Bad Boy Reunion tour.

Lastly we go back and revisit DAY26’s debut album which came out in 2007. Listen to Willie talk about each song and what he remembers about making the project. Watch what he had to say in the video above.

Also check out his new single “You Are My Life” which just came out today.

Troy Taylor Interview: Developing Trey Songz, “Sweet Lady” by Tyrese & Vocally Producing The Greats May 17, 2020

We recently had a chance to catch up with legendary producer Troy Taylor for an interview on Instagram Live.

During our conversation, we touched on his earlier work with Boyz II Men as Troy produced on their debut album “Cooleyhighharmony”. He did the songs “Little Things” and “Your Love”

Delite of course has plenty of history with Trey Songz and worked with them throughout his career. We touched on the progression in Trey’s career from his debut to the “Ready” album. We also talk about the impact that the “Anticipation” mixtape had on Trey Songz’s career.

We took it back to the origins to hear sessions that Troy Taylor had with the likes of 702 as well as the great Stevie Wonder. He then filled us in on his production process and what goes into creating hit songs such as “Sweet Lady” by Tyrese.

The producer also talks about some upcoming music that we can expect from him including Trey Songz. Breland and Dru Hill. Watch what he had to say in the video above.

Treston Irby of Hi-Five Interview – Group History, Tony Thompson Memories, What’s Next for Hi-Five May 17, 2020

The legacy of R&B group Hi-Five is alive and well thanks to Treston Irby. We recently caught up with Treston for an interview on Instagram Live and had a lot to catch up on about the history, legacy and future of the group.

We started our conversation about how Treston originally came into the group and what he remembers about the Hi-Five’s debut album. He then talked about his role in the group and the creation process which led into a talk about the second album “Keep Goin On”.

Treston then took it deep about the group’s fallen member Tony Thompson and what the loss meant to him and the other members, as well as the R&B community as a whole.

We then talked about what the group has been up to in recent years since the release of their return EP in 2014, as well as what to expect next from Hi-Five. Check out what he had to say in the video above!

The Bonfyre Interview: Debut Album “Love, Lust & Letdowns: Chapter One”, Releasing Album In Three Parts May 17, 2020

We recently caught up with R&B artist The Bonfyre for an interview on Instagram Live. We talked to the talented vocalist about “Love, Lust & Letdowns” which is her debut album. We dive deep into the creation of the project, the reason she decided to split the album into three parts and also go through each song to find out what went into the songwriting and production for each of those records.

Tamika Scott Interview: Debut EP “Family Affair”, Xscape Memories, Future of the Group May 17, 2020

We were recently joined on Instagram Live by Tamika Scott of the legendary group Xscape for an exclusive interview. During our discussion, we talked about the release of her long awaited solo project “Family Affair”, reuniting with Xscape, the status of the group, and much more. Check out what she had to say below!

Slim of 112 Interview: New 112 EP, Legacy, Evolution & Future of the Group May 17, 2020

We recently caught up with Slim of 112 for an interview on Instagram Live. We talked to Slim about keeping the 112 brand alive, new music 112 has been working on, the possibility of adding new members to the group, the history of the group, and much more! Check out what he had to say below.

Sammie Interview: New Single “Friend Zone”, Millennium Tour & New Album “Such Is Life” May 17, 2020

We recently caught up with Sammie for an interview on Instagram Live. During our conversation, we touched on his new single “Friend Zone”, his upcoming album “Such Is Life”, the Millennium tour and some of his history including his single “I Like It”.

Ruff Endz Interview: “Soul Brothers” Album, Getting Signed, Creation of the Group May 17, 2020

We recently caught up with Dante “Chi” Jordan of Ruff Endz for an interview on Instagram Live. Unfortunately his partner David “Davinch” Chance was unable to make it due to the social distancing we’re all going through! During our conversation, we touched on the group’s latest album released “Soul Brothers”, the origins of how they originally formed Ruff Endz, creating their debut album, their hit single “Someone to Love You”, and what’s next.

Porcelan Interview: Upcoming Debut Album “Mood Ring”, Hit Single “Lois Lane”, Music Journey May 17, 2020

Emerging R&B star Porcelan joined us for an exclusive interview on Instagram Live recently.

The singer has been keeping us impressed with each song she’s put out over the past few years including “Real Thing Don’t Change”, “Lois Lane”, and her most recent “Act Out”. Her unique blend of timeless R&B meshed with progress elements from the genre have kept us anticipating each new single.

She had the most success with her hit “Lois Lane” which reached the Top 15 on the Billboard Adult R&B Charts. However, some don’t realize that Porcelan’s journey started many years before this.

Porcelan began pursuing her dreams years ago which led to an appearance on 106 & Park, working with Timbaland, opening for Tank, and even touring in China.

During this interview, we discuss all that and more. We even touched on her upcoming debut album “Mood Ring” and what to expect on there. Check out what she had to say in the interview above.

Nokio Of Dru Hill Interview: Solo Music, His Production Process, Dru Hill History & Future May 17, 2020

We recently caught up with Nokio of the legendary group Dru Hill for an interview on Instagram Live. During our conversation, we touched on the solo projects he’s been putting out recently, his skills as a vocalist and a producer, his work throughout the years on the Dru Hill albums, the status of the group going forward, and much more. Check out what he had to say below and in the video.

Netta Brielle Interview: Industry Journey, Her Albums & EPs, What’s Next May 17, 2020

Netta Brielle joined us on Instagram Live recently for an expansive interview detailing her career in music.

During our conversation, she talked about her origins in music including almost signing to Def Jam after catching the attention of Shakir Stewart followed by his untimely passing.

She discussed her “Electrik Rebel Sounds” EP which caught a lot of attention in her hometown Bay Area and eventually led to her landing a deal at Atlantic Records.

We then got into her “580” and “880” EP’s after things didn’t work out at Atlantic Records and she moved on as an independent artist. Netta explained her unique sound which has been something that has had our attention for many years.

The conversation then turned to her latest project “An EP by Netta” which she released last year. Netta told us what we can expect next from her to wrap up the interview. Check out what she had to say in the video above!

Marsha Ambrosius Interview: History in Music, A Touch of Jazz, Her Albums, New Project May 17, 2020

We recently caught up with Marsha Ambrosius for an interview on Instagram Live. During our conversation, we touched on her history at A Touch of Jazz in Philly, her skills as a songwriter, getting respect from the hip-hop community, being featured on Justin Timberlake’s “Cry Me a River”, her upcoming project and much more.

Louis York Interview: “American Griots” Album, First Placements, Creating Hit Singles Together May 17, 2020

We caught up with our friends Claude Kelly and Chuck Harmony aka Louis York recently for an interview on Instagram Live.

During our conversation, we went in depth on the duo’s debut album “American Griots”. Claude and Chuck really got into the musicality and unique sound of the project which sounds like nothing else there.

We then reflected back on the five years since the pair originally introduced us to their group Louis York starting with a special listening party. They shared the plans they have in store for us as they approach their next five years of Louis York.

The interview then went to how the pair originally linked up and formed a tight bond. We talked about some of the biggest hits they’ve created together including “Bittersweet” for Fantasia, “Pieces of Me” for Ledisi, and “Blame it on Me” for Chrisette Michele.

Finally, we wrapped up the interview by discussing their process in the studio and the challenges they face in creating hit songs. Check out Louis York’s #WelcometotheWorkshop series, with new live episodes on their Instagram every Thursday at 4:20PM CT.

Kevin Ross Interview: “Audacity Vol. 1” EP, Being an Independent Artist, Upcoming Project May 17, 2020

We caught up with Kevin Ross recently for an interview on Instagram Live.

It’s no secret that Kevin is among our favorite R&B artists who have emerged out of the genre in the past decade. He’s super talented in all aspects and just happens to be an old soul.

The singer is now an independent artist and recently put out his EP “Audacity Vol. 1”. He talked to us about that project which contains the hit single “Thing Called Love”.

Kevin also filled us in on the next volume of that EP series that he’s currently working on. Finally, he touched on his songwriting skills that allow his music to appeal to audiences young and old. Check out what he had to say in the video above!

Also in case you missed it, Kevin Ross recently began a weekly music series to keep us occupied during the quarantine. He’s already released covers of Stevie Wonder and Lauryn Hill so be sure to check those out!

Kelly Price Interview: New Single “What I Need”, Working With Bad Boy, Upcoming Album, Songwriting May 17, 2020

We recently caught up with Kelly Price for an interview on Instagram Live. The conversation with the legendary singer/songwriter began with the creation of her latest single “What I Need (Give Me What I Need)” and the status of her upcoming album. We then took a look back her history, discussing how she originally linked up with Puff Daddy and Bad Boy, how she got signed, and the creation of her debut album “Soul of a Woman”. Finally, we discussed her songwriting process.

John John of Silk Interview: New Solo Music, Group History & Legacy, Album Discussion May 17, 2020

We caught up with John John of the group Silk recently for an interview on Instagram Live. During our conversation, we talked about the solo album he’s working on, new music from Silk, the history of how the group came together and was discovered by Keith Sweat, the history of some of Silk’s biggest albums, and much more.

Donell Jones Interview: New Music, Songwriting, “Where I Wanna Be” Memories, Legacy May 17, 2020

We recently had a chance to catch up with the legendary Donell Jones on Instagram Live for an interview.

The conversation started around his huge collaborative single with Jon B. last year on “Understand”. The song ended up being #1 on our list of the Top 100 R&B Songs of 2019.

Donell then talked about the new music he had been working on as a follow up to his 2013 album “Forever”.

We then took it back to his origins in the music industry, and he talked about his songwriting for other artists like Usher and 702. He then shared the story of how he originally got signed to LaFace after linking up with DJ Eddie F and The Untouchables.

The discussion then turned to reflections of each of the albums Donell Jones has released over the years, from the debut “My Heart”, to “Where I Wanna Be”, to “Life Goes On”, to “Journey of a Gemini”, to “Lyrics”, to “Forever”.

We ended our discussion by talking about how his music has been sampled quite a bit in recent years and some of the younger generation has been showing him respect.

Check out what Donell Jones had to say in the video above!

Dondria Interview: Upcoming EP “Perspective”, Revisiting “Dondria vs Phatfffat” Album, Never Giving Up May 17, 2020

We recently had a chance to catch up with Dondria for an interview on Instagram Live.

During our conversation, she talked about the new music she’s been releasing including latest singles “Take You There” and “Haunted”. She also touched on what to expect on her upcoming EP “Perspective”.

Dondria then talked about the approach she’s taken over the years to releasing EP’s and Mixtapes as opposed to just putting out another album. We also asked about the music she had created last year with her original mentor Jermaine Dupri.

The discussion turned to how Dondria originally was a YouTube star but still has been able to maintain longevity. She touched on how she’s never given up after all of these years.

Finally, we had a chance to have Dondria revisit her debut album “Dondria vs Phatfffat” and share her memories of creating that project.

Check out what she had to say in the video above!

Demetria McKinney Interview: “Officially Yours” Album, History in Music, Upcoming Album May 17, 2020

Superstar singer/actress Demetria McKinney joined us for an interview recently on Instagram Live. During our conversation, we had her reflect on her debut album “Officially Yours”, talked about how she developed her talents as a singer, what took so long to get an album out, discussed new music she’s working on, and much more. Check out what she had to say below and in the video!

Darrell “Delite” Allamby Interview: Creating Biggest Hits, Work With Silk, Production Process, 1st Placement May 17, 2020

We recently had a chance to catch up with superstar producer Darrell “Delite” Allamby for an interview on Instagram Live.

During our conversation, we first touched on his work with John John of Silk. The pair are currently working on creating John John’s debut solo album.

Delite of course has plenty of history with Silk and worked with them throughout his career. We specifically touched on his work on the “Tonight” album as well as Silk’s latest album “Quiet Storm”.

We took it back to the origins to hear the story of Delite’s first placement as a producer. He then filled us in on his production process and what goes into creating hit songs.

The producer reflected back on working on some of his biggest hits including “My Body” for LSG, “What’s It Gonna Be” for Janet Jackson & Busta Rhymes, and “Crazy” for K-Ci & JoJo. He also talked about working on Tamar Braxton’s debut album, and working with Gerald LeVert, Bobby V., Link, and more.

We wrapped up the interview by talking about some songs he’s been working on lately. Watch what he had to say in the video above.

Damion Hall Interview: History of Guy, Solo Album “Straight to the Point”, New Guy Album May 17, 2020

We recently caught up with Damion Hall of the legendary group Guy for an interview on Instagram Live. During our conversation, we discussed how he originally joined Guy following the release of the debut album. Then we got into his vocal talents and how he put those on display with his solo debut album. Damion gave us the history on how “The Future” album was created and how the guys came back together to record the “Guy III” album. Finally, we got the scoop on if there will ever be another Guy album.

CeeLo Green Interview: New Single “Lead Me”, Singing Demo of TLC’s “Waterfalls”, Upcoming Album May 17, 2020

We recently caught up with the legendary CeeLo Green for an interview as he prepares to release his new album “CeeLo Green Is…Thomas Calloway”. The rapper/singer went in depth about his new single “Lead Me”, the unique sound he will have on his upcoming album, how he developed his soulful sound originally, how he originally sang the demo on TLC’s “Waterfalls”, and much more.

Case Interview: Getting Signed, Album Breakdown, Def Soul, Biggest Hits, Legacy, New Music May 17, 2020

Legendary singer Case joined us recently on Instagram Live for an exclusive interview. During our conversation, Case took us through the creation of each of his albums, reflected on his time as a songwriter and how he got signed, and gave us the scoop about new music he's got coming out. Check out what he had to say!

Carl Thomas Interview: 20th Anniversary of Debut Album “Emotional”, Story Of How He Signed to Bad Boy, New Music May 17, 2020

Carl Thomas joined us on Instagram Live recently for an interview to celebrate the 20th Anniversary of his debut album “Emotional” from 2000.

During our conversation, we discussed what he remembers most about creating the album, the big hits, how he got signed to Bad Boy and being part of that movement, when to expect new music, and much more.

Check out what Carl had to say below!

Camper Interview: Becoming The Go-to R&B Producer, Working With H.E.R. & Brandy, Solo Album May 17, 2020

We recently caught up with producer Camper for an interview on Instagram Live. We talked to Camper about becoming the go-to producer in R&B right now, working on upcoming projects from H.E.R. and Brandy, his solo album and much more. Check out what he had to say below.

Buddy Wike of Intro Interview:Group Legacy, Kenny Greene, New Album + Shares Unheard Intro Song May 17, 2020

We caught up with Buddy Wike of the R&B Group Intro recently on Instagram Live. During our conversation, we discussed what Intro has been up to in recent years, the history of the group’s signing, the first and second albums, the legacy of Kenny Greene, and when we can expect new music. Buddy even played an unreleased song for us. Check it out.

Bob Robinson (Of Tim & Bob) Interview: Discography Including Boyz II Men, 112 and Monica May 17, 2020

Bob Robinson from the legendary production duo Tim & Bob joined us recently on Instagram Live for an exclusive interview. During our conversation, Case took us through the creation of some of his biggest hits. We also talk to him about his production technique and find out what he’s up to these days.

Adonis Shropshire Interview: Writing Hits For Beyonce, Ciara &, Chris Brown & Producing Tips May 17, 2020

We recently caught up with Grammy award winning producer/songwriter Adonis Shropshire for an interview on Instagram Live. During our conversation, we discussed how he entered the industry and his early days at Bad Boy. Then we we got into his work with Ciara (“And I”) and Chris Brown (“Say Goodbye”). Adonis also shares the creation of “I Need A Girl” by Puff Daddy and his thoughts after both parts became number one hits.

Tank Interview: “While You Wait” EP, Return to Traditional R&B, Evolution of his Sound May 16, 2020

Tank recently joined us on Instagram Live for an interview to discuss his latest EP “While You Wait”. We spoke about the singer’s return to a more traditional R&B sound and how it’s been received so far.

The discussion then turned to the evolution of his sound and how hard it is to convince every one of his fans to buy into it. Finally, we reflected on his amazing song “You’re My Star” and classic album “Sex, Love & Pain”. Check out what he had to say!

Carvin Haggins Interview: Introducing Musiq Soulchild, His Writing Process, Writing His Biggest Hits May 16, 2020

Songwriter/Producer Carvin Haggins joined us recently on Instagram Live for an exclusive interview. During our conversation, we discussed the impact he had in helping to introduce Musiq Soulchild and creating his debut album “Aijuswanaseing”. We also discussed his new artist Deja Blue, his upcoming project “In the Key of Love”, the process behind creating some of his biggest hits, and much more.

Tony Sunshine Interview: Long Awaited Debut Album, Big Pun Memories, His Biggest Hits May 16, 2020

To say we’ve been anticipating the debut solo album from Tony Sunshine for a long time is an understatement. The singer originally captivated us with his vocal prowess as part of the Terror Squad in the late 90’s.

With hits under his belt like “Oh My God”, “She’s Like the Wind “with Lumidee, “100%” with Big Pun, and “All I Need” for Fat Joe, we knew he was destined for stardom. Unfortunately industry politics took him off track a bit over the years, but Tony Sunshine is still here overcoming hurdles.

We’ve been big supporters over the years as he’s continued to release a number of quality singles.

Now we’ve just caught up with Tony Sunshine once again for an interview recently on Instagram Live. During the conversation, we discussed the status of his debut album, advice he still caries with him from his mentor Big Pun, the creation of some of his biggest hits, his many diverse styles, how he developed his talents originally, and much more. Listen to Tony Sunshine speak in the video above.

R.L. of Next Interview: Joint Album With Naughty By Nature, Group History, Songwriting, Solo Album May 16, 2020

R.L. of Next joined us recently for an exclusive interview on Instagram Live. As with all of our interviews with R.L. over the years this was an epic conversation.

The singer revealed that his group Next is working on a joint album with Naughty by Nature. You may remember that DJ Kay Gee of Naughty was the one who originally discovered Next and signed them to his Devine Mill label.

R.L. then went on to talk about his songwriting including the best song he wrote. He discussed the first two Next albums, what the group has in store next, and what to expect of his solo album. Check out what he had to say below!

Bryan-Michael Cox Interview: Entire Discography, Memorable Studio Sessions & Usher's New Album May 16, 2020

We recently got a chance to interview legendary producer Bryan-Michael Cox via Instagram Live. During our conversation, we went through his discography and talked about some of his biggest moments in the industry including creating hits for Jagged Edge, Usher, Mariah Carey and Mary J. Blige. There is a lot of information to digest so we suggest that you listen to the whole thing. We’ve highlighted some key moments below.

Shawn Stockman Interview: Solo Album “Foreword”, Boyz II Men’s “Can You Stand The Rain” Cover & More May 16, 2020

We caught up with legendary Boyz II Men member Shawn Stockman for an interview on Instagram Live recently. During our talk, we discuss his debut solo album “Foreword”, the long wait for this project, balancing solo work and group work, Boyz II Men’s cover of New Edition’s “Can You Stand the Rain”, & More.

Johnta Austin Interview: Songwriter Battle With Ne-Yo, New Music & Favorite Studio Sessions May 16, 2020

We recently got a chance to interview legendary songwriter Johnta Austin via Instagram Live. During our conversation we had a chance to talk about his songwriting process, his debut album finally coming out, his new EP, working on some of his biggest hits, and much more. Check out what he had to say below!

Travis Cherry Interview: Producing for Case, J. Holiday, Demetria McKinney & Producer Challenges May 16, 2020

Tom of YouKnowIGotSoul caught up with producer Travis Cherry for an interview recently on Instagram Live.

We picked up where we left off following his appearance on our SoulBack R&B Podcast back in 2019. That included diving back into the discussion on which Usher album is better: “8701” or “Confessions”.

We also talked about his production in recent years for artists like Case, J. Holiday, Demetria McKinney & Raheem DeVaughn. He told us about some famous artist appearances his “Purple Room” studios, and also gave his opinion on the recent producer battles on Instagram.

We then spoke to Travis about some of the challenges of being a producer including the battle to get on albums, how hard it is to land a single, and how it feels when your song doesn’t come out. Finally, we candidly spoke to him about what approach he’d take if an artist asked him for a trap beat type production.

Travis Cherry is one of our favorite producers right now upholding what we love most about traditional R&B. He always shows us love, and really deserves the support of all R&B lovers out there. Stay tuned for some of his upcoming placements this year!

J. Holiday Interview: New Music, B5 Beef & Remembering Debut Album “Back Of My Lac" May 16, 2020

R&B artist J. Holiday joined us for an exclusive interview recently on Instagram Live.

We talked to J. Holiday on the release of his new music including the single “25 To Life”. We also details his upcoming single “Ride” which is set to come out on his fourth album “Time”. The project is set to come out later this year.

In the interview, J. Holiday also explains some of his viral moments including the infamous valet parking incident as well as his beef with R&B group B5. J. Holiday talks about the Immature #TBTour tour and why there was only one tour date

Next we talked to him about his 2007 debut album “Back Of My Lac”. He gave us some insight into the creation of this album which includes the classic singles “Bed” and “Suffocate”.

Finally, we discuss his approach in the music industry as an independent artist which includes not giving away music for free as it devalues his art.

Musiq Soulchild Interview: Dewitt 4 Dilla Mixtape, 20th Annivesary of Debut Album Aijuswanaseing May 16, 2020

Soul star Musiq Soulchild joined us for an exclusive interview recently on Instagram Live.

We had a lot to catch up with Musiq on as he had recently released the standout mixtape “Dewitt 4 Dilla”. The project was a celebration of the late producer J. Dilla with his production used as a backdrop to cover songs Musiq sang by Michael Jackson, Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye, Donny Hathaway and Prince.

In the interview, Musiq told us what inspired him to create such a unique project and what J. Dilla meant to him. We also got a chance to ask him about which of those five legends was the hardest to cover.

Next we talked to Musiq about the upcoming 20th anniversary of his debut album “Aijuswanaseing”. He gave us some insight into the creation of this masterpiece and what he remembers most about putting out the album.

Finally, we got into plans for upcoming projects and plans for touring and a new album on the horizon. Take a listen to hear from Musiq Soulchild on all of this and more!

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 96 May 10, 2020

We have to start off this podcast by showing love to two R&B legends that we lost recently. Andre Harrell and Little Richard both passed away over the weekend so we talk about their legacy and impact on the genre. Afterwards we talk about Brandy's new single "Baby Mama" with Chance The Rapper. We also discuss whether these Versus battles are necessary and if Brandy should really go head to head with Monica. We also talk about new albums from JoJo, The Bonfyre and Rico Love. We also discuss the new reality and what it will mean for R&B concerts. We also debate whether artists should charge for virtual concerts. Check us out!

0:02:00 - Remembering Andre Harrell and Little Richard
0:17:30 - Our thoughts on Brandy's new single "Baby Mama"
0:28:45 - A Brandy versus Monica battle is not necessary
0:33:40 - JoJo and The Bonfyre's new albums
0:38:50 - Our thoughts on Mario's new song "Closer"
0:40:45 - Rico Love's ambitious idea on his new album "Emerging Women Of R&B"
0:44:05 - Our thoughts on Kelly Price's new song "Unsung"
0:49:11 - Would you pay for a virtual concert?
0:59:12 - Is an old album going number one on iTunes really that big of an accomplishment in 2020?
1:00:50 - SoulBack Track Of The Day: Link - Whatcha Gone Do?
1:02:45 - Playa Please Award: A producer asked for $1500 for a 15 minute interview!!!

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 95 Apr 29, 2020

We're back with another R&B podcast. We try to remember where we were when we heard the news that Left Eye had passed away. We also talk about new music from Kem, CeeLo and Kelly Price. We also look at the careers of Alicia Keys and Keyshia Cole. Lastly we try to decide if Janet Jackson is the queen of New Jack Swing or if there is a sleeper pick that we're missing. This is another fun podcast for us, so check it out!

0:01:26 - Remembering Lisa "Left Eye" Lopes
0:03:21 - Our thoughts on Kem's new song "Lie To Me"
0:06:32 - Soul 4 Real's new song "Love On Me"
0:09:00 - Is CeeLo Green underrated?
0:14:25 - The problem with Urban AC radio
0:18:34 - Kelly Price's history with Bad Boy
0:24:00 - Did the pandemic ruin Alicia Key's album?
0:36:33 - Looking back at Keyshia Cole's career
0:44:20 - Who are the king and queens of New Jack Swing?
0:50:00 - Who are the king and queens of Neo Soul?
0:52:10 - Most underrated R&B artists

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 94 Apr 19, 2020

I know everyone is pissed at Teddy Riley right now, but on the brighter side there's a new SoulBack podcast episode. We talk about the failed moments that came with the Teddy Riley vs Babyface battle. We also talk about new music from Ashanti, Sammie and Kelly Price. We also talk about Kelly's new song "Coffee" and why the length of the record bothers us. We also talk about the visuals for the song and why it's a win. Lastly we get into Brandy's new single "Baby Mama" and the marketing strategy behind the record. Lastly we talk about Ticketmaster's decision not to give out refunds for rescheduled shows.

0:02:50 - Ashanti's new song "Baby" with DaBaby and Megan The Stallion
0:07:45 - Our thoughts on Kelly Rowland's new song "Coffee"
0:12:00 - Our thoughts on Sammie's new song "Friend Zone"
0:18:00 - New music from Soul For Real, Kelly Price
0:20:50 - Why didn't Intro blow up like Boyz II Men and Jodeci?
0:24:25 - What's the better album: Carl Thomas - Emotional vs Joe - My Name Is Joe
0:29:33 - Would a Brandy/Chance The Rapper collaboration become a hit?
0:41:00 - Ticketmaster isn't giving out refunds
0:45:45 - JoJo's "Janet Jackson" moment
0:47:40 - Teddy Riley vs Babyface producer battle fail

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 93 Apr 13, 2020

We took a week off, but we're back with another great episode. To make up for last week, we've decided to give you guys two R&B trivias. On this episode, we unlock the code on why Jadakiss kept pronouncing the group Isyss incorrectly on their single "Day & Night". We also talk about these producer battles that Swizz Beats and Timbaland have put together. We talk about all the newfound recognition that Johnta Austin has received and also the hate that Teddy Riley has gotten from it. We talk about new music from Shawn Stockman, Kiana Lede, Toni Braxton and Ledisi. We also talk about Usher's new single as well as his beef with The Weeknd. Lastly we rank Amerie's awesome discography. Check us out!

0:00:50 - R&B trivia: 2000's debut albums and female group first singles
0:14:17 - The hype with these producer battles
0:21:00 - Is Teddy Riley wrong for wanting to make money off these battles?
0:24:55 - The Weeknd/Usher "Climax" beef
0:29:00 - Our thoughts Usher, Lil Jon and Ludacris' new song "SexBeat"
0:33:40 - The spelling on Shawn Stockman's new album "Foreword" and our review
0:39:00 - Kiana Lede's new album "KiKi" and her attacking media outlets for bad interview questions
0:45:25 - New singles from Toni Braxton, Ledisi, India Shawn
0:49:00 - Ranking Amerie's discography
0:59:30 - SoulBack Album Of The Day: Frankie ‎– My Heart Belongs To You

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 92 Mar 30, 2020

The quarantine is really starting to hit us as we didn't see a lot of new R&B releases on Friday. Luckily for us, the two projects that did come out last week were both quality as Johnta Austin and Tank both released new EP's. We also talk about Tank's label situation currently as his new EP doesn't have Atlantic Records in the credits. We speculate whether that means Tank is now an independent artist. We also discuss Brandy pushing back her single and whether that was the right move. We debate which if "FanMail" is actually better than "CrazySexyCool" or if the internet is being crazy once again. Lastly we have another fun R&B trivia for you, so definitely see if you can pass this one.

0:02:22 - The internet excitement for these producer/songwriter battles
0:05:06 - New music from Johnta Austin and Tank
0:13:00 - Was Brandy pushing back her single the right move?
0:18:47 - R&B artists should be giving back to their fans right now
0:23:10 - Better TLC Album: FanMail vs CrazySexyCool
0:28:11 - Having realistic expectations when R&B legends release new music
0:32:00 - R&B Trivia
0:42:30 - Rank these from most important to least: production, the melody, vocals and lyrics
0:51:20 - Best R&B songs that don't have anything to do with love or sex
0:54:55 - Celebrating the music from Pebbles and Tracie Spencer

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 91 Mar 23, 2020

It's another week of being locked inside and we're bored out of our minds. That means it's time for us to talk R&B again! On this podcast, we talk about new songs from John Legend, dvsn and Tamar Braxton. All three are unique because they sample classic records from Usher, Whitney Houston and Dr.Dre. We discuss what's acceptable when it comes to sampling records that everyone knows. We also touch on Dru Hill's interview on The Breakfast Club and discuss Sisqo's comments about Def Jam not wanting to release his solo album initially. We also get into some R&B trivia as we ask questions that you may or may not get right. Test out your knowledge and if you're able to get a passing score!

0:00:10 - Surviving the quarantined life
0:05:25 - Our thoughts on new singles from John Legend, dvsn and Tamar Braxton sampling old classics
0:11:25 - Did Sisqo's debut album "Unleash The Dragon" turn R&B into Hip Hop?
0:18:10 - R&B artists doing live concerts on Instagram
0:24:04 - Six tough R&B trivia questions for everyone
0:34:05 - When was the last time the best vocalist was the most successful?
0:39:33 - Will there be a new R&B star that appeals to both young and old listeners?
0:44:42 - Who would be in your male and female supergroups?
0:51:28 - SoulBack Album Of The Day: Kiley Dean - Simple Girl
0:56:22 - Playa Please Award: Keri Hilson's Coronavirus/5G network theory, GameStop not closing shop

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 90 Mar 15, 2020

This coronavirus has stopped pretty much everything, but luckily the SoulBack podcast is still here! On this episode we talk about new music from K'Jon, Brian McKnight, Kiana Lede and JoJo. We also touch on album pushbacks from Alicia Keys and Bobby V and debate what the best way to announce it to the fans is in 2020. We also talk about the Danity Kane discography and if we look at them as a Pop or R&B group. Lastly we discuss the latest with Dru Hill and decide whether it was the right move for the brand with the Playa inclusion as just the new Dru Hill or whether the brands should have kept separate. Take a listen and let us know what you think!

0:00:05 - Surviving the cornavirus
0:07:30 - K'Jon returns with new song "Live, Love & Laughter"
0:09:20 - Our thoughts on Brian McKnight and Joe's careers
0:30:40 - Our thoughts on JoJo's new song "Man"
0:34:00 - Looking ahead to Kiana Lede's upcoming "KiKi"
0:43:15 - Should Alicia Keys be telling her fans that her album is getting pushed back?
0:52:00 - Our thoughts on independent artist Anna Moore's new EP "The Light"
0:54:33 - Should the Playa member addition to Dru Hill have been branded differently?
0:59:44 - Pick one of these songwriters: Sean Garrett vs The-Dream vs Ne-Yo
1:02:55 - SoulBack Album Of The Day: Danity Kane's debut album

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 89 Mar 09, 2020

The #soulbackpodcast is back with another episode! R&B singer Tank caught wind of our previous episode and had some things to say. We went back and forth with him on Twitter regarding the discussion. Listen to what we have to say about the interaction and what we've come to realize from all of this. Along with that we talk about new music from Jhene Aiko, Shawn Stockman, Angelica Villa and Jacquees. We also talk about what about a fan's expectation should be for Brandy's career in 2020. We also talk in depth about the career of Jagged Edge and if they're underappreciated. We also talk about their recent usage of autotune. Lastly we discus whether they should be considered a 90's or 2000's group as they had success in both eras.

0:00:30 - Happy birthday Kyle
0:02:25 - Our Twitter interaction with Tank over last week's episode and our go forward plan
0:18:05 - Our thoughts on Jhene Aiko's "Chilombo"
0:22:30 - Our thoughts on Shawn Stockman's new single "All I Do"
0:25:05 - What should we expect from Brandy's new song "Baby Mama" with Chance The Rapper?
0:32:05 - Jagged Edge defends their autotune usage
0:34:35 - Is Jagged Edge considered a 90's or 2000's group?
0:44:16 - Playa Please Award: Social media jumping to conclusions about Usher's "Confessions 3" song, Justin Bieber's tour being downgraded from stadiums to arenas
0:49:06 - SoulBack Of The Day: Toni Braxton - Just Be A Man About It

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 88 Mar 02, 2020

Tank just announced that he’s coming back real R&B! We were super fired up to record this episode because we had lots of thoughts and even more questions. We look at some of Tank’s statements over the last six months and realized he’s flip flopped on this topic a lot. We also talk about Dru Hill’s Unsung episode and discuss where they are today in terms of members. We also talk about new music from Justin Timberlake and Jhene Aiko. We also talk about the return of Ralph Tresvant to music and his upcoming collaboration with Johnny Gill. Lastly we talk about Young M.A.’s tweets that managed to piss off the internet along with Diddy’s claim that he’s bringing back R&B with two new groups. Check out this week’s episode of the #soulbackpodcast.

0:00:17 – JoJo was on a 500 calorie per day diet
0:03:55 – The latest Dru Hill update
0:12:11 – Our thoughts on Justin Timberlake and SZA’s new collaboration “The Other Side”
0:17:00 – Looking forward to Jhene Aiko’s upcoming “Chilombo”
0:21:30 – Do people want a new Ralph Tresvant album?
0:27:45 – New music from RaVaughn and Jade Novah
0:29:40 – What will 112’s new music sound like without two members?
0:37:20 – Does The Husel EP count as part of the Musiq Soulchild discography?
0:40:12 – Young M.A.’s tweets about the state of R&B
0:44:00 – Our thoughts on PJ Morton’s reply and the artists he mentioned
0:48:05 – Tank announces he’s coming back to the R&B we love
0:58:10 – Can Diddy bring R&B back with “Making The Band”?
1:06:40 – SoulBack Track Of The Day: Total – Can’t You See (Featuring Notorious B.I.G.)

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 87 Feb 24, 2020

The SoulBack team is back with another episode! With the 2020 Millennium tour coming up, we talked about some of the most popular artists from that era including Omarion and Ne-Yo. We talk about Omarion's new single "Can You Hear Me?" with T-Pain as well as his potential upcoming joint album with Bow Wow. We also talk about Ne-Yo's new song "Pinky Rain" and why we're disappointing in him going in this direction especially with his divorce being publicized. We also talk about new music from Pretty Ricky (who sampled) LSG as well as Musiq's new J-Dilla inspired mixtape. We also discuss the early disasters of the Lovers & Friends festival and why we think this will actually be a success. Lastly we talk about hypothetical moments in R&B such as if Sisqo never went solo and a third Floetry album. Make sure you check us out.

0:00:37 - Boneless Thugs-N-Harmony
0:02:31 - Bow Wow and Omarion are set to do another album together
0:04:15 - Our thoughts on Omarion and T-Pain's new song "Can You Hear Me?"
0:10:40 - Did Omarion reach his full potential as a solo artist?
0:13:45 - Our thoughts on Ne-Yo's new trap single "Pinky Ring"
0:21:20 - New music from Pretty Ricky, Musiq Soulchild and Bilal
0:29:00 - Looking back at key Dru Hill moments over the years
0:40:15 - Does Usher need to call his album "Confessions 2?"
0:43:10 - Will "Lovers & Friends" festival be the next Fyre Fest?
0:48:00 - #SoulBack Track Of The Day: Floetry - Say Yes
0:52:57 - Playa Please Award: T-Pain has a website dedicated to people hating him

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 86 Feb 17, 2020

Welcome to the Valentine's day edition of the podcast. We talk about JoJo Hailey's new single "Special", The Lil Duval/Tank/Jacquees sex song and PJ Morton's new album "The Piano Album". We also talk about this rumored Joe/Tyrese EP that's set to come out. We also talk about Mashonda's comeback thanks to her single "King". We give our takes on who this project benefits more. We also debate whether Justin Bieber's "R&Bieber" should be considered R&B music. We also discuss Mya's "fake" marriage and whether it's a good marketing plan. We also talk about Janet Jackson's upcoming tour and album that she announced earlier last week.

0:00:07 - Valentine's day sweets
0:02:15 - Our thoughts on JoJo Hailey's new single "Special"
0:04:40 - None of the Jodeci members liked their last album?!
0:08:38 - Is R&Bieber actually R&B music?
0:15:20 - Our thoughts on PJ Morton's new album "The Piano Album"
0:19:30 - Our review for "Nasty" by Lil Duval, Jacquees and Tank
0:23:25 - Mashonda's comeback single "King" and looking back at "January Joy"
0:29:11 - Joe and Tyrese are creating an EP together
0:33:32 - Who does this collaboration benefit more: Tyrese or Joe?
0:38:00 - Mya got married?!?!?!
0:43:55 - Janet Jackson's upcoming album and tour
0:52:40 - Discussions on recent news involving B2K, Dru Hill and 112
1:02:45 - SoulBack Track Of The Day: Mario - Let Me Love You
1:04:40 - Playa Please Award: 90's veterans not being on the main stage at Essence Festival

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 85 Feb 09, 2020

We are back with another episode of the SoulBack R&B podcast. Like we mentioned last week, we would be talking about Luke James and Syleena Johnson's new albums. Both are some of our favorites that have come out this year, so we had to give them some love. We also discuss Dru Hill's single "What You Need" and also the potential group with Nokio and the rest of the guys. We also talk about Mase and Kelis telling everyone on the internet that their publishing was stolen from them due to bad contract that they signed early on. We give our take on how we feel about this from a business perspective as well as morally. We also rank Ginuwine's discography on this episode and discuss Jennifer Lopez's contributions to R&B.

0:00:55 - Dunkaroos are making a comeback!
0:03:04 - Our thoughts on Luke James' new album "To Feel Love/D"
0:06:07 - Our thoughts on Syleena Johnson's new album "Woman"
0:12:40 - Dru Hill's new single "What You Need"
0:20:02 - Monica is working with The Neptunes
0:21:25 - Publishing discussion when it comes to Kelis/The Neptunes and Mase/Diddy
0:32:33 - Was Jennifer Lopez ever considered an R&B artist?
0:35:12 - Why are people coming after J-Lo for using the demo version's background vocals?
0:40:43 - Is there still a demand for new R. Kelly music?
0:45:10 - Who is the R in R&B?
0:49:20 - Ranking Ginuwine's Discography
0:59:13 - SoulBack Track Of The Day: Brian McKnight - Hold Me (featuring Kobe Bryant)

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 84 Feb 03, 2020

The Grammy's happened last week but the bigger headline was that they're apparently rigged according to their former CEO. We talk about why we're not surprised about that at all. We also talk about Edd's conversation that he had with someone from the Grammy's when they mentioned that Cardi B deserved to win despite the fact that they hadn't even heard the other albums. Lots of new R&B albums came out, but we didn't get a chance to listen to all of them. We decided to talk about K. Michelle and Kevin Ross' this week and gave our thoughts on those projects. We'll be sure to talk about Luke James and Syleena Johnson next week. We also talk about the success of artists like Robin Thicke and The Bonfyre and whether the blue eyed soul movement still exists.

0:00:27 - The Grammy's are rigged?!
0:02:55 - Edd's Twitter battle with a Grammy committee
0:12:27 - Our thoughts on K. Michelle's new album "All Monster Are Human"
0:16:40 - Will the Country community accept K. Michelle?
0:18:15 - Our thoughts on Kevin Ross' new project "Audacity, Vol 1"
0:26:00 - R&B died when Robin Thicke dropped the "Paula" album apparently
0:30:04 - R&B should be judged based on quality, not skin color
0:34:30 - The Bonfyre has two radio hits but not a lot of buzz on the internet.
0:38:00 - Are people tired of the blue eyed soul movement?

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 83 Jan 27, 2020

Lots to talk about this week on the R&B podcast. We start off reflecting on Case's BET episode where he talks about his career. He mentions how his single "Not Your Friend" was sabotaged by Def Jam so that radio would play another artist, so we try to figure out who that artist is. We also look into new music from the likes of Jhene Aiko, Kiana Lede and Missy Elliott. We also try to figure out what's going on with Usher's new single with Ella Mai as it appears to be stalling on Urban Ac already. Lastly we look back at albums from two of our favorite groups: Jodeci and Boyz II Men. We also debate whether a Jodeci tour is necessary in 2020.

0:00:45 - Which artist was involved in the Case/Def Jam dispute?
0:11:30 - Looking ahead to Dru Hill's Unsung episode
0:13:40 - Predicting what the upcoming Missy Elliott and H.E.R. song will sound like
0:18:37 - The demand for new Missy Elliott music in 2020
0:20:18 - Us being called sexist because we didn't post Jhene Aiko's new song
0:25:52 - Realizing the year 2000 was 20 years ago
0:29:46 - What is going on with the promo for Usher/Ella Mai's single "Don't Waste My Time"?
0:39:21 - Looking at the venue sizes for Alicia Key's upcoming tour
0:43:33 - #SoulBack Album Of The Day: K-Ci & JoJo - Love Always
0:47:00 - Do we need a Jodeci reunion tour?
0:49:20 - #SoulBack Album Of The Day: Boyz II Men - Evolution

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 82 Jan 20, 2020

Charlie Wilson's new single is flames so we had to talk about it. If we could, this whole podcast would be about that song! Shout out to Bruno Mars and James Fauntleroy for penning that song. Anyway, on this #SoulBackPodcast we talk about the importance of radio and music videos in 2020. We also talk about Mariah Carey and The Neptunes getting inducted into the songwriters hall of fame. We also try to dissect why the internet thinks that Beyonce stole Amerie's sound even though most of the people have the timeline of their careers and songs confused. Check out our new episode!

0:00:50 - Reflecting on the Mindless Behavior era of R&B
0:03:22 - Do music videos and radio still matter in 2020?
0:11:20 - Our thoughts on Charlie Wilson's new single "My Forever Valentine"
0:20:08 - Will Bruno Mars stick with R&B on his next album?
0:22:00 - H.E.R. adds rappers to her currently single "Slide"
0:25:00 - Dru Hill is coming out with an Unsung episode, album and a biopic
0:28:40 - Celebrating Mariah Carey and The Neptunes being inducted into the songwriting hall of fame
0:32:35 - Can The Neptunes take over music again?
0:37:25 - K. Michelle left Atlantic because they wanted her to be Mary J. Blige
0:39:15 - Motown told Kevin Ross that his acapella cover videos were bad for his career?
0:43:30 - The false narrative that Beyonce stole Amerie's sound from the internet
0:56:04 - SoulBack Album Of The Day: Monica - The Boy Is Mine
0:59:10 - O.T. Genasis covering Keyshia Cole's "Love", Yung Joc and Ja Rule job shaming

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 81 Jan 13, 2020

Happy new year! We are back wit another episode of the podcast. This week we talk about the careers of Chrisette Michele, Alicia Keys and John Legend as all of them have seen their highs and lows over the past decade. We also discuss whether we're still be able to attend concerts that are stand only as our knees have started deteriorating due to old age (sort of). We also discuss new music from Jayla Darden, Luke James and Kehlani. We also try to figure out where Monica's "Chapter 38" album is. We look back at 112's debut album to figure out what our least favorite song is. Lastly we discuss the marketing strategies from Mariah Carey and Justin Bieber as they tried to push their singles to the top of the charts.

0:02:14 - Which artist's payroll are we on?
0:03:29 - Are we too old for standing only concerts?
0:06:45 - The current state of Chrisette Michele's career
0:11:50 - Mariah Carey's Christmas song hitting number one
0:20:00 - Our thoughts on Alicia Key's new "Underdog" song and her career
0:26:55 - John Legend's new song "Conversations in The Dark"
0:30:00 - New music Luke James, Jayla Darden, Kehlani & Keyshia Cole
0:36:35 - K-Ci & JoJo are set to release individual projects soon
0:39:50 - Does Monica need to rename her upcoming album "Chapter 39"?
0:44:00 - Analyzing K. Michelle and Tank's recent tweets about the state of R&B
0:49:40 - Which song would you from this album: 112's debut album
0:53:10 - Playa Please Awards: Barack Obama's playlist, Justin Bieber begging his fans to stream his single, Irv Gotti turning down a million dollars from Michael Jackson

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 80 Dec 17, 2019

Christmas is coming up so you know everyone is inside playing Mariah Carey! Well pause that for a second and check out the latest #SoulBackPodcast. On this week's episode, we talk about the latest on Dru Hill as we recently saw Jazz back on stage with the group. We also talk about Mariah Carey potentially hitting number one with her Christmas record "All I Want For Christmas Is You". We talk about the promo that she's ramping up for the holiday and how that will impact her chart performance. We debate whether having a radio hit in 2019 is important for acts like Jon B and Sammie. We also reflect back on debut albums from Jill Scott and Jaheim.

0:00:30 – Plant based chicken nuggets
0:02:05 – The latest on Dru Hill...Jazz is potentially back with the group
0:04:53 – Does missing a group member ruin the experience for fans?
0:07:50 – Mariah Carey spending money to push her Christmas single to number one
0:10:15 – Is it beneficial for people like Sammie/Jon B to push songs to radio?
0:14:22 – The overall interest for new Usher music
0:19:32 – New music from Arin Ray and Rochelle Jordan
0:22:43 – Our thoughts on R&B veterans in today's landscape when it comes to releasing albums
0:29:46 – Remembering Jill Scott's debut album "Who Is Jill Scott? Words and Sounds Vol. 1 "
0:33:21 – Top 5 Neo Soul artists
0:39:30 – Reflecting on R&B in 2019
0:42:15 – Playa Please Award: The one date for Immature's #TBTour
0:52:00 – #SoulBack Album Of The Day: Jaheim - Ghetto Love

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 79 Dec 09, 2019

It was a slow week for R&B this week as Christmas approaches but we had to talk about Ashanti joining the Millennium tour. We also talked about new music from Teyana Taylor, Lucky Daye and Mila J. We also celebrate 20 year anniversaries for Jill Scott and Kelis' debut albums. We also discuss whether there's enough demand for a female Millennium tour if they add the likes of Cherish, Tyra B and 3LW. We also discuss hot topics like Beyonce possibly doing a Las Vegas residency and Aaliyah's music being available for streaming. Check us out!

0:00:30 – Christmas gifts from Snoop Dogg and Master P
0:03:15 – Avant's fake death report proves that social media is dumb
0:05:35 – Teyana Taylor's superstar potential
0:11:35 – Our thoughts on Lucky Daye's new song "Fly"
0:14:45 – Mila J has been grinding since the 90's
0:20:40 – Will the addition of Ashanti make the Millennium tour even bigger?
0:24:30 – Is there enough star power for a female version of a Millennium tour?
0:30:51 – Discussing Bobby V's tweet about not getting enough support from fans
0:35:45 – Upcoming 20th anniversary tours from Jill Scott and Kelis
0:40:15 – Does a Las Vegas residency make sense for Beyonce?
0:44:22 – What would it mean for Aaliyah's legacy if her music is finally available for streaming?
0:50:40 – Whatever happened to Tony Terry?
0:53:00 – Playa Please Award: Ray J's unbreakable sunglasses, artists giving out their phone numbers on social media

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 78 Dec 03, 2019

Happy Thanksgiving to everyone! We are thankful for R&B music and we got some from Montell Jordan, Sisqo and Brave Williams. We also got some epic tour news this week as Bow Wow and Omarion announced their new "Millennium" tour with Soulja Boy, Sammie, Pretty Ricky, Lloyd and Ying Yang Twinz. We also try to figure out why there is no female tour like that. For fun we also attempt to put together our own female version of the tour with people like Ciara, Cherish and Keri Hilson. We also talk reflect on the 25 year anniversary on Mary J. Blige's classic album "My Life" and touch on her legendary discography. Check out this episode!

0:00:20 – Thanksgiving food talk
0:03:20 - Our thoughts on Montell Jordan's new album "Masterpeace"
0:07:00 - Sisqo drops new EP "Genesis"
0:13:03 - Discussing the upcoming Millennium with Omarion and Bow Wow
0:19:00 - Who would be on an all female Millennium tour?
0:33:00 - Are all 90's R&B singers good singers?
0:41:37 - Young fans love traditional R&B but only from their favorite artists
0:45:13 - Whatever happened to Groove Theory/Amel Larrieux and Rell?
0:53:15 - One song gotta go: Mary J. Blige - "My Life" album
0:59:10 - SoulBack Track Of The Day: Al B. Sure - Night And Day
1:01:10 - Playa Please Awards: Lizzo's comments about Payola, Summer Walker making her fans wait 4 hours at her show

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 77 Nov 25, 2019

Usher's new single "Don't Waste My Time" is out, so you know we had to come back with a new episode. On this week's episode, we discuss the single and what it means for the Confessions 2 project. We also discuss Jacquees' first week sales and whether it's a win. We also get into new music from Alicia Keys, Ciara, Tinashe and many more people. We also look at the King and Queens of R&B over the second half of this decade. Lots of good stuff on this podcast, so definitely check us out.

0:00:35 - Jacquees "King Of R&B" vs Tank "Elevation"first week album sales
0:02:00 - Our thoughts on the new Usher/Ella Mai single "Don't Waste My Time"
0:15:02 - Are new R&B albums still anticipated?
0:18:35 - Discussing Alicia Keys' new single "Time Machine" and her discography
0:29:10 - Ciara's new single "Melanin"
0:33:15 - Our review on Tinashe's new album "Songs For You"
0:38:15 - New music from Luke James, Dondria, Jhene Aiko, Summer Walker, Chris Brown
0:47:13 - Who was the King/Queen of R&B for each year: 2015-2019
1:01:45 - SoulBack Track Of The Day: Bobby Brown - Every Little Step
1:02:25 - Playa Please Awards: Omarion dropping B2K from the Millennium tour, Ari Lennox/Gallant Twitter rants

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 76 Nov 18, 2019

Another week, another podcast episode. On this week's #SoulBackPodcast we discuss the Summer Walker tour fiasco as she recently canceled her tour due to her social anxiety. We debate whether Summer is to blame for the lackluster performances or her label/management. We also talk about Tory Lanez's new album which features a lot of our favorite artists from the 2000's era. We also discuss new music from Jon B and Usher. We also name our Kings and Queens of R&B over the past decade and who some of our biggest disappointments are. Lastly we try to decide if Usher should be collaborating with artists from this generation or if he should just stick with artists from the 90's/2000's.

0:01:15 - Our thoughts on Summer Walker canceling her tour
0:06:34 - Who is to blame: Summer Walker or management/label?
0:11:10 - Tory Lanez "Chixtape 5" review
0:21:02 - Jon B's new single "Priceless" is a winner
0:26:45 - Fantasia is no longer doing tours after this current one
0:30:25 - Does Usher need Ella Mai on the new single "Don't Waste My Time"?
0:34:30 - Usher has a chance to make an epic comeback
0:39:20 - Who are the Kings and Queens of R&B for the first half (2010-2014) of the decade?
0:50:28 - The biggest disappointments in R&B over the past decade
0:59:30 - Edd think Beyonce is a better singer than Brandy, Monica and Faith Evans?!?!
1:02:45 - SoulBack Track Of The Day: "Sexiest Man Alive" John Legend - Save Room
1:06:00 - Playa Please Award: Irv Gotti pulled out a gun on his girlfriend's boyfriend, 50 Cent trolling Naturi Naughton

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 75 Nov 10, 2019

Jacquees' new album "King Of R&B" is out and we finally get a chance to review the project. It was around this time last year that he claimed that he was the King of R&B, so we discussed whether he followed through with his process. We also touch on new music from Sevyn Streeter, Ro James and Tinashe. We also debate what the true meaning of an artist meet and greet is and what a fan should realistically expect when they pay for that package. We also touch on all good food like Krispy Kreme doughnuts and Popeye's chicken sandwich. We also try to figure out the latest with Dru Hill's lineup changes. Lastly we try to rank Ashanti's discography. Check us out!

0:00:40 - Krispy Kreme is being stingy with the bag
0:07:00 - Our review on Jacquees' new album "King Of R&B"
0:14:32 - So is Jacquees really the king?
0:21:35 - New Christmas albums from John Legend and Elijah Blake
0:23:35 - New music from Sevyn Streeter, Tinashe, Ro James
0:34:10 - Summer Walker's meet & greet that went wrong according to a fan
0:42:05 - The latest on Dru Hill's lineup
0:44:45 - Does R&B stand for Rihanna and Beyonce?
0:49:10 - Ranking Ashanti's discography
0:57:15 - SoulBack Track Of The Day: Mary J. Blige - My Life
0:58:02 - Playa Please Awards: Ja Rule/Popeyes sandwich, T.I.'s parental skills

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 74 Nov 04, 2019

Kanye West is out serving $60 brunches to his audience while we're giving you another podcast for free. This week we talk about the cancellation of the #TBTour with Immature, J. Holiday, Ray J, Day26 and B5. We also discuss this J. Holiday/B5 beef and explain why it's happening. We also talk about Summer Walker's retirement and talk about the challenges that come with the music industry. We review new music from Teyana Taylor, Deborah Cox, Teyana Taylor, Kehlani and Miguel. We also rank Dru Hill's discography and debate the best R&B groups based on the list that Troop posted. We also discuss whether Chris Brown is the artist of the decade. Check out this fun episode!

0:00:12 - Kanye West serves $60 breakfast
0:03:50 - Immature's #TBTour is about to get canceled
0:06:47 - Breaking down the J. Holiday and B5 beef
0:11:35 - Our thoughts on Summer Walker leaving the music industry
0:19:18 - New music from Deborah Cox, Teyana Taylor/Kehlani, Miguel
0:25:00 - Who is the R&B artist of this decade?
0:35:10 - Tyrese is starting his own TV channel
0:37:02 - Dru Hill/Sisqo discography ranking
0:45:42 - Troop ranks best R&B groups of all time and we analyze it
0:52:53 - SoulBack Track Of The Day: Kelis - Popular Thug

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 73 Oct 27, 2019

A whole lot of R&B dropped so we had to talk about it! We review Tank's new album "Elevation" as well as Gallant's "Sweet Insomnia". We also talk about Fantasia's potential retirement and what her legacy would be if she actually does leave the industry. We also talk about new music from K. Michelle, JoJo, Luke James and Queen Naija. We also break down our thoughts on Summer Walker's performance that has everyone in the internet talking. Lastly we touch on T-Pain's poor ticket sales as well as Keith Sweat's "Nobody" remix with Old Spice.

0:00:41 - The grammar police made some changes
0:03:35 - Is Fantasia retiring?!
0:07:25 - What's her legacy in the future?
0:12:40 - Tom has given up on new music
0:17:20 - Our review on Tank's new album "Elevation"
0:24:41 - Looking back at Tank's career
0:31:40 - Our review on Gallant's new album "Sweet Insomnia"
0:34:15 - New music from Luke James, K. Michelle, JoJo, Queen Naija, Tinashe, Victoria Monet
0:47:10 - SRG signs Brave Williams from RichGirl
0:49:40 - Summer Walker's performance that had the internet going crazy
0:56:50 - SoulBack Track Of The Day: Keith Sweat - Nobody (Old Spice Remix)
0:58:44 - Who stayed up for Kanye West's new gospel album?
1:02:00 - T-Pain's lower ticket sales for his tour

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 72 Oct 21, 2019

This week we talk about YK Osiris' outrageous claims on the internet over the past week. He dropped his debut album last week and has basically been trolling in every internet and fired up all the R&B fans. We also touch new projects from Louis York and Nicole Bus. We also touch on Vivian Green who is now signed to SRG which is where Shawn Stockman and Brian McKnight are also on. We also look at upcoming music from Sunshine Anderson, Deborah Cox, Usher and Justin Timberlake. We also discuss whether Pharrell should be ashamed of his old music. We also touch on Nokio potentially leaving Dru Hill. Check out this week's #SoulBackPodcast

0:00:20 - What is a complete cookie?
0:04:30 - R&B new singer YK Osiris' trolling tactics to promote his album
0:08:35 - Jacquees shouting out every male R&B artist on Instagram
0:12:10 - Our thoughts on Louis York's (Chuck Harmony and Claude Kelly) new album "American Griots"
0:13:45 - Our review on Nicole Bus' debut album "KAIROS"
0:15:37 - Where is Shawn Stockman's solo album?
0:23:43 - Who has the bigger following right now: Brian McKnight or Joe?
0:28:26 - Our thoughts on upcoming collaborations by Usher/Ella Mai and Justin Timberlake/Lizzo
0:37:00 - Pharrell is embarrassed of his old songs because of the Me Too Movement
0:40:00 - Why are some R&B artists bigger in certain regions than others in the US?
0:45:35 - Ideal - Get Gone and Blu Cantrell - Hit Em Up Style
0:47:08 - Playa Please Awards: Nas' comments about Illmatic, Elton John/Beyonce/Lion King, En Vogue's reunion, Nokio potentially leaving Dru Hill?!?!

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 71 Oct 14, 2019

This week we talk about the release of Fantasia's new album "Sketchbook". We also discuss the careers of Jacquees and YK Osiris as they are considered some of the top young male R&B acts today. We also touch on Jacquees' marketing strategy with naming his album "King Of R&B". We also chat about Nivea's surprise "Mirrors" album. We also review some of our favorite R&B songs from this past decade including Miguel's "Adorn". We also talk about the new Burger King Impossible Whopper. Check out this week's #SoulBackPodcast

0:00:32 - Burger King's Impossible Whopper Burger
0:03:10 - Our thoughts on Fantasia's "Sketchbook" album
0:04:50 - YK Osiris gets destroyed on Twitter
0:10:40 - Jacquees renames his album "King Of R&B"
0:13:30 - Our thoughts on Ne-Yo's Christmas album
0:16:30 - Nivea picked VladTV over us?!?!?!?!
0:30:08 - R&B albums these days only having a shell life of two years
0:36:20 - The top 10 best R&B songs from the past decade
0:46:05 - Overall thoughts on this decade of R&B and where we are today

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 70 Oct 06, 2019

Summer Walker's debut album "Over It" came out this week and everyone has been talking about it! We had to do our part and give an honest review on the project. We also look at today's current male R&B acts including Bryson Tiller, 6lack and PartyNextDoor. We also discuss Sabrina Claudio's album "Truth Is" which went unnoticed to a lot of R&B fans as well as the success of Chris Brown's "No Guidance". Lots more to discuss on this podcast including new music from Jagged Edge and we also look back at some of our favorite R&B albums from this decade. Check us out this week as we also look at some of our favorite artists' worst songs and it's very entertaining!

0:01:18 - Our review on Summer Walker's debut album "Over It"
0:10:41 - Looking at the male R&B features on the album
0:17:41 - Our thoughts on Sabrina Claudio's new album" and career
0:23:53 - Is the success of Chris Brown's "No Guidance" because of the Drake feature?
0:28:06 - The new Jagged Edge "Genie" single cover
0:30:06 - Looking back at Mariah Carey's Christmas album
0:35:46 - What is the worst song by your favorite artist? (Keith Sweat, Kelly Price, Brandy, Ginuwine, Mario)
0:45:13 - The best R&B album after 2010
0:51:26 - SoulBack Track Of The Day: Kevon Edmonds - 24/7
0:53:45 - Playa Please Award: R Kelly wants to be released from jail because he's sick??

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 69 (Bobby V. Interview) Oct 02, 2019

When you think about artists who haven’t stopped since their debut, Bobby V should be one of the first to come to mind. He put out his last album “Electrik” just last year and now he’s ready to drop some more new music. He has the new single “Everybody” which will be out tomorrow along with his upcoming album “Sunday Dinner” which is set to be released on Valentine’s Day next year. YouKnowIGotSoul had a chance to talk to Bobby about the very successful Millennium tour with B2K, Mario, Lloyd and Pretty Ricky, his upcoming single along with what’s happening in R&B today with genres blending. Also listen to the full interview to learn more about his early beginnings with Mista, linking up with Tim & Bob and some of the music that inspired him growing up.

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 69 Sep 30, 2019

On this R&B podcast, we talk about the massive amount of R&B music that came out this week including Brandy's new single "Freedom Rings", H.E.R.'s "Slide" and Robin Thicke's "When You Love Somebody". We talk about what we expect from these artists in 2019. We also discuss the Fantasia interview we conducted last week and revisit her comment about her saying her last album was trash. We also talk about Summer Walker's upcoming album "Over It". We also debate whether K. Michelle's "all men are bad people" comment is valid or not. AND A WHITNEY HOUSTON HOLOGRAM TOUR?!?!?!? There's a lot more on this SoulBack podcast so check it out!

0:02:35 - Motown Founder Berry Gordy Officially Retires at 89
0:05:20 - Our honest thoughts on Brandy's new song "Freedom Rings"
0:08:36 - Celebrating Brandy's 1994 debut album 25 years later
0:14:20 - Our review on H.E.R.'s new single "Slide" with YG
0:18:00 - We texted Tinashe's number that she posted on her Instagram
0:21:30 - Robin Thicke's new single "When You Love Somebody" and is he the best male R&B artist of this decade?
0:25:15 - K. Michelle's comment about all men being bad people
0:28:22 - New music from Bobby V, Kevin Ross, Stokley
0:35:42 - Fantasia's comments about not wanting to be boxed into being just an R&B artist
0:38:50 - Our early review on Fantasia's "Sketchbook"
0:42:45 - Is Summer Walker allergic to songs longer than 2 minutes?
0:46:40 - Jacquees still hasn't dropped his album Round 2
0:48:33 - Teedra Moses Releases Special Edition of “Complex Simplicity”
0:50:28 - Edd's overall thoughts on Joe's discography
0:54:36 - SoulBack Track Of The Day: Olivia - Bizounce
0:55:55 - Playa Please Award: Whitney Houston hologram tour, Nivea's new album, 6ix9ine wants to resume his rap career, Lil Nas X is taking a break already??

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 68 (Tank Interview) Sep 26, 2019

The R&B general found new life on his last album “Savage” when he dropped his single “When We”. The success of the record was a shocker to a lot of people because “When We” not only dominated Urban AC, the song also crossed over to Urban radio and found some success there. This was considered a huge accomplishment to many in the industry because Urban radio is typically for younger artists, not one who has been releasing music since 2001. Tank is back with his new album “Elevation” and YouKnowIGotSoul had a chance to talk to him about the project, his collaboration with JoJo and his thoughts on R&B fans who want the “old Tank” back. He also talks about his label R&B Money and his upcoming “Sketchbook” tour with Fantasia, Robin Thicke and The Bonfyre.

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 68 Sep 22, 2019

We are back with another episode of the #SoulBackPodcast! We've decided to remove special guests from our podcast and feature them separately so you can expect more fun commentary from us. On this episode, we talk new music from Fantasia, Alicia Keys, Miguel and LaTocha Scott. We also touch on Kanye West's gospel remix of "So Anxious" and take a moment to reflect on our old age after hearing Hitmaka sample "Can't Leave Em Alone" by Ciara. We also take time to rank 112's discography from worst to best. Find out which project comes at number one! And of course, for our Playa Please Awards we had to give one to our boy Tank for his social media arguments over his "Grammy" award.

0:00:18 - Ja Rule is going to do a visual for every single one of his songs
0:02:44 - Kanye West made a gospel version of "So Anxious" by Ginuwine
0:06:15 - Our thoughts on Fantasia's new song "Holy Ghost"
0:08:26 - Fantasia said her last album was trash???
0:16:30 - Our thoughts on the new Alicia Keys/Miguel "Show Me Love" duet
0:22:50 - LaTocha Scott's new song and an upcoming Xscape album
0:29:50 - Analyzing Tank's mindset when it comes to evolving his sound
0:41:25 - Sampling 2000's songs makes us feel old
0:43:50 - Ranking 112's discography
0:53:07 - SoulBack Track Of The Day: Isyss - Day & Night (featuring Jadakiss)
0:55:00 - Playa Please Award: The lady that paid R. Kelly's bond wants her money back, Tekashi 6ix9ine's snitching, Tank's fake Grammy Award

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 67 (featuring Bridget Kelly) Sep 15, 2019

We are back with another episode of the #SoulBackPodcast. This week we interview R&B artist and one of our personal favorites Bridget Kelly. She has had quite an interesting journey in her career as she started off with Jay-Z's Roc Nation team before moving to the independent route. She comes from the 2012-2015 era which we deemed as the toughest years for an R&B artist, so we get her perspective on that time. We also talk about her new EP "The Great Escape" and her transition as an indie artist. On our end we talk about new music from Johnny Gill, Jhene Aiko, Usher and much more. We also talk about Aaliyah's legacy while factoring in the recent R Kelly legal case as well as the fact that her music isn't streamable on all major platforms.

0:00:05 - McDonald's dropped a new chicken sandwich
0:02:45 - Remembering songwriter producer/songwriter LaShawn Daniels
0:06:27 - Our thoughts on Johnny Gill's "Game Changer II" album
0:09:25 - Reviewing new music from Usher, Mahalia, Ella Mai and Jhene Aiko
0:17:35 - Are the following artists big in the South?
0:20:00 - Fantasia's "Sketchbook" album cover
0:24:42 - Looking at guest artists on Tank's new album "Elevation" including Shawn Stockman, Luke James and JoJo
0:26:25 - Is Aaliyah's legacy going to take a hit due to the lack of visibility on streaming platforms and #MuteRKelly movement?
0:32:40 - Bridget Kelly joins us on the #SoulBackPodcast
0:33:58 - Celebrating on Toni Braxton's debut album
0:39:32 - The dreadful R&B era from 2012-2015
0:44:23 - Reflecting on conflict with Frank Ocean over the song "Thinking About You/Thinking About Forever".
0:48:15 - The lack of awareness when it comes to new R&B albums
0:54:20 - Being completely honest and vulnerable when recording songs
0:57:16 - Our honest review on Bridget Kelly's new song "Lucky You"
1:01:20 - Did Love & Hip Hop benefit her career?
1:05:53 - SoulBack Track Of The Day: Michael Jackson - You Rock My World
1:07:30 - Playa Please Award: Nicki Minaj's 24 hour retirement, Chance The Rapper thanking Offset for manning up, Popeyes is telling us to bring our own bread for the sandwiches, #HotGirlSummer

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 66 (featuring Bob Robinson of Tim & Bob) Sep 08, 2019

We are joined this week on the #SoulBackPodcast by Bob Robinson of the legendary R&B production duo Tim & Bob. Collectively they have produced some of the biggest R&B songs of our generation including “Into You” by Tamia, “They Don’t Know” by Jon B and “Missing You” by Case. Bob most recently produced “My Man” by Tamar Braxton by himself. In the interview, Bob goes down memory lanes to shares some stories about his projects with Dallas Austin, 112, Monica and Bobby V. If you’re a real R&B fan, you’re in for a real treat as Bob gives us a lot of stories that perhaps gives us better perspective to some classic R&B songs and albums!

0:00:45 – Bob Robinson joins the #SoulBackPodcast
0:01:20 – R&B albums that influenced Bob growing up
0:05:45 – Celebrating Teddy Riley and Keith Sweat’s work on the “Make It Last Forever” album
0:09:45 – The impact of Tim & Bob in R&B
0:14:00 – Producing Monica and 112’s debut albums
0:20:45 – The approach on Bobby V’s debut album
0:24:00 – Discovering 112 and how they ended up on Bad Boy
0:35:00 – Turning Bobby V into a solo star and seeing “Slow Down” blow up
0:45:00 – Tim & Bob’s unreleased vault includes a Dr. Dre record written by Jay-Z, an unreleased Tank album on Blackground and a crazy studio session with Will Smith/Karen Clark Sheard
1:01:35 – The early sacrifices and thinking about the legacy of Tim & Bob
1:06:02 – Upcoming work with V. Bozeman

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 65 (Featuring Harvey Mason Jr.) Sep 02, 2019

We are joined this week by producer Harvey Mason Jr. Most will know him as part of The Underdogs which brought us hits such as "O" by Omarion as well as "Naked" by Marques Houston. He's also done a lot outside in the film industry with his music contributions to "Sing" and "Dream Girl". We talk to Harvey about his history and also touch on some of the behind the scenes that goes on in the music industry. On our end Edd returns to the podcast to talk about Missy Elliott's VMA performance and new projects from Chris Brown, H.E.R. and Justine Skye. This is a long episode but we have lots of great content, so check us out!

0:01:50 - Shouting out the B5 stans
0:03:50 - Missy Elliott's performance at the MTV VMA show and her impact
0:08:00 - Chris Brown set to release a deluxe version for "Indigo"
0:11:31 - H.E.R. has combined more EP's together???
0:16:55 - 106 & Park's negative impact on stanning
0:22:43 - New projects from Justine Skye, Lyfe Jennings, Raphael Saadiq
0:28:19 - Harvey Mason Jr joins the #SoulBackPodcast
0:28:53 - Which former Arizona college basketball player wins in a three point shootout?
0:29:22 - The importance of Joe's "All That I Am" album
0:33:24 - Working with Darkchild on Michael Jackson, Toni Braxton and Whitney Houston
0:35:32 - The creative process with The Underdogs
0:43:52 - Our favorite Underdogs songs: Ruben Studdard - Sorry 2004, Toni Braxton - Why Won't You Love Me
0:49:30 - His work on Tank's "Sex, Love & Pain"
0:55:32 - Scoring films including the upcoming Aretha Franklin biopic
0:59:30 - Music made for the US market vs K-Pop
1:02:25 - Upcoming projects
1:08:08 - SoulBack Track Of The Day: Missy Elliott, Nicole Wray, Big Boi - All N My Grill
1:09:52 - Playa Please Award: Chief Keef's 10 baby mamas, 50 Cent's comments about Joe/Trey Songz/Chris Brown/Michael Jackson, Team Childish Gambino's comment about the Tamia cover, Dallas Austin's Brandy/Monica story

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 64 (Featuring The Bonfyre) Aug 26, 2019

Epic R&B news came out this past week as Fantasia announced she will be hitting the road with Robin Thicke, Tank and The Bonfyre. We had the chance interview the new R&B star Bonfyre to discuss her new project as well as the upcoming tour. We also find out more about her early beginnings which included performing in a Chinese restaurant. We also discuss the success of her single "Automatic" as well as her new single "U Say". On our end we discuss new music from Missy Elliott, Lyfe Jennings and Raphael Saadiq. We also take the time to highlight Donell Jones' second album "Where I Wanna Be" which came out twenty years ago! Lastly we talk about this Dallas Austin/Shawn Stockman beef that's happening on social media.

0:00:15 - Popeyes' new chicken sandwich
0:02:30 - Our thoughts on Missy Elliott's Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award + new EP "Iconology"
0:06:10 - New albums from Lyfe Jennings and Raphael Saadiq
0:08:45 - In depth discussion about Fantasia's new Sketchbook tour with Robin Thicke, Tank and The Bonfyre
0:14:08 - Summer Walker's new song "Playing Games" and the problem with songs that clock in at under three minutes
0:17:45 - Revisiting Donell Jones' second album "Where I Wanna Be"
0:22:10 - The Bonfyre joins us on the #SoulBackPodcast
0:22:45 - One album that impacted her growing up
0:24:48 - Her journey and being in artist development for almost five years
0:28:45 - The creative process behind her EP with Raphael Saadiq
0:33:18 - Her new single "U Say" with 6lack
0:36:38 - Sharing information on her upcoming debut album
0:38:00 - Being part of the Sketchbook tour
0:45:02 - SoulBack Track Of The Day: Lauryn Hills - Ex Factor
0:47:10 - Playa Please Award: Dallas Austin/Shawn Stockman's beef

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 63 (Featuring Phillip Bailey Of Earth, Wind And Fire) Aug 21, 2019

We are back with another episode of the #SoulBackPodcast. This week we interview Phillip Bailey of the legendary group Earth, Wind And Fire. We've had some big names come through this podcast, but there's no one bigger than Phillip. His group paved the way for many of our favorites and he joins us to discuss the impact of the group on music. He also talks about his new solo album "Love Will Find A Way" which contains production from Robert Glasper. He also shares wisdom about the evolution of music over the last 30 years and what the key is to stand out from the crowd. On our end we talk about new music from Johnny Gill, Snoh Aalegra, Bridget Kelly and also discuss Keri Hilson's comeback. We also touch on Brian McKnight's recent social media video and celebrate the 20 year anniversary of Mary J. Blige's "Mary" album.

0:01:25 - More on the exclusion of Guy on Edd's "op 50 R&B Artists
0:07:00 - Our thoughts on Johnny Gill and Ralph Tresvant's new song
0:09:05 - Snoh Aalegra's new album "Ugh, Those Feels Again" might be the best this year
0:12:30 - Keri Hilson's new music is coming in September
0:16:37 - Celebrating Mary J Blige's "Mary" album 20 year anniversary
0:20:35 - Who has the better discography: Kelly Rowland or LeToya Luckett?
0:27:45 - Phillip Bailey joins the #SoulBackPodcast
0:28:19 - The new album "Love Will Find A Way"
0:34:02 - Getting day one fans on board with newer music
0:38:45 - The lack of music education in the school system
0:41:00 - The key to longevity for Earth, Wind And Fire and dealing with failure
0:46:40 - Phillip Bailey's definition of a "classic" and "legend"
0:49:15 - His foundation "Music Is Unity"
0:52:10 - Phillip shares a memory of Maurice White
0:55:45 - Playa Please Award: Brian McKnight's video on social media
1:01:00 - SoulBack Track Of The Day: Brian McKnight - Anytime

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 62 (Edd Bowser's Top 50 R&B Artists List) Aug 12, 2019

We've had a special guest on pretty much every #SoulBackPodcast episode this year but we had to take a break from that because Edd put together his list for the Top 50 R&B artists over the last 40 years. This caused a huge uproar on the internet, so we decided to dive deep into it and analyze the hits/misses on there. We debate about the inclusion of Bruno Mars and whether he actually fits into this list. We also talk about the Immature reunion tour which will feature Day26, J. Holiday, B5 and Ray J. As for the new music, we talk about new joints from PJ Morton, Mary J. Blige and Teyana Taylor. This episode is wild so you definitely want to listen to the whole thing. Kyle and Tom try to reason with Edd regarding his list, but we'll see what the outcome is.

0:01:00: Immature's reunion tour with Day26, J. Holiday, Ray J and B5
0:09:00: The popularity of Immature compared to B2K
0:11:22: Edd defends his Top 50 R&B Artists List
0:22:40: Bruno Mars being on the list and not Justin Timberlake
0:30:03: Can a general fan even name 3 Janelle Monáe songs? Replace her with Anthony Hamilton, H-Town, Guy and Donnell Jones?
0:38:10 Mariah Carey based on hits should be number one
0:41:23: The exclusion of Ginuwine, Trey Songz and THE BIGGEST SNUB OF ALL TIME....ASHANTI
0:45:40: Fans being mad that R. Kelly was on the list
0:48:38: New music from Teyana Taylor, Mary J. Blige, PJ Morton, Ashanti and Big Baby DRAM
0:53:55: The single cover for "Before You Walk Out Of My Life" by Monica, Burger King employees vs the cops, a female artist who passed on a booking offer because the opening act was a female???
0:58:25: SoulBack Track Of The Day: LL Cool J - Hey Lover (Featuring Boyz II Men)

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 61 (featuring Raz B of B2K) Aug 04, 2019

On this week's #SoulBackPodcast episode, we have Raz B from B2k. We interview the star about his time in B2K, moving over to China for almost ten years and reuniting with his group for the Millennium tour. We also talk about Tank's discography and try to figure out if he's underrated or overrated. We also touch on Johnta Austin's much anticipated debut album "Love, Sex & Religion". We also debate whether the trendy sound from Bridget Kelly works for her and we also compare it to Meelah's new single. We also rewind time and discuss 90's music from the likes of Jodeci, Mary. Blige, H-Town and Blackstreet. Check us out!

0:00:28: Ranking Tank's discography
0:09:30: Drake's new album is actually a bunch of old songs?
0:13:30: Our thoughts on Johnta Austin's "Love, Sex & Religion" album
0:17:20: Bridget Kelly's new trendy song
0:20:39: The impact of Jodeci and Mary J. Blige's debut albums
0:28:05: Raz B joins the #SoulBackPodcast
0:28:38: Talks about his experience living in China
0:34:30: B2K's reunion and the Millennium tour
0:40:56: The group's impact on R&B
0:46:03: Life after B2K and new project in 2019
0:52:40: SoulBack Track Of The Day: Johnny Kemp - Just Got Paid
0:54:01: Playa Please Awards: Donald Trumps tweets about A$AP Rocky, fans rewriting history about Boyz II Men vs Jodeci

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 60 (featuring Salaam Remi) Jul 29, 2019

We are back with another #SoulBackPodcast episode. This week we interview Salaam Remi. the legendary producer has worked with everyone in the game from Nas, Amy Winehouse and Miguel. He also produced one of our favorite songs last year which is Tamia's "Leave It Smokin'". We pick his brain on his approach to R&B as well as discuss his chemistry with some of his collaborators. We also ask him about what it's like making R&B music in today's era. On our end we talk about new music from Tank, BJ the Chicago Kid and The Bonfyre. We also touch on the new direction that Tank has been going in with his music over the last few years and debate whether Urban AC radio is still needed for an R&B artist. Check out this week of the podcast as it's a good one as usual!

0:01:38: Our exchange on Twitter with Tank and his new single "I Don't Think You're Ready"
0:08:05: Our thoughts on BJ the Chicago Kid's "1123" album
0:11:03: Does going number one on Urban AC even matter these days?
0:15:30: New music from The Bonfyre, PJ Morton and Jessie Woo
0:20:45: Q Parker (formerly of 112) has a new deal with eOne
0:23:26: Salaam Remi joins the #SoulBackPodcast
0:26:30: Creating "Leave It Smokin'" with Tamia
0:28:45: Working with Miguel
0:31:45: Emptying his hard drive for the fans
0:35:05: His vision for Jordin Sparks when they started working together
0:38:40: Wanting artists to push him creatively and his early beginnings
0:43:25: Is it realistic to expect 90's R&B to come back?
0:47:05: The story behind "Cherry Wine" with Nas and Amy Winehouse, "Lions, Tigers and Bears" by Jazmine Sullivan,
0:50:15: Songs that never came out due to label politics like 10 Ne-Yo songs
0:56:10: SoulBack Track Of The Day: Mariah Carey & Boyz II Men - One Sweet Day
0:58:18: Playa Please Awards: Tom's chicken wings, R. Kelly requesting a computer in jail to finish his album, Michael Jackson and the VMA Vanguard award

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 59 (featuring Kut Klose) Jul 22, 2019

We are back with another episode of the #SoulBackPodcast. Since Edd missed the last episode that we had with Elle Varner, we had to make it up to him by bringing in one of his favorite groups of all time Kut Klose. We interview the 90's female group that was discovered by the great Keith Sweat. We talk to Athena, Lavonn and Tabitha about their debut album "Surrender" as well as their experience in the industry. We also touch on Athena's debut album that was supposed to come out and find out if they're working on new music. On our end we talk about new projects from Elle Varner and Angie Stone. We also discuss the new Lion King movie with Beyonce. We also discuss Jadakiss' weird pizza that he eats. And of course we get into deep conversation about the terms legend and classics.

0:00:24: Edd explains his absence last week
0:04:55: Our thoughts on Elle Varner's new EP "Ellevation"
0:08:45: Our thought on Angie Stone's new album "Full Circle"
0:11:07: The Lion King movie and the soundtrack from Beyonce
0:18:11: Ciara "Level Up" going platinum and the difference between streaming versus sales
0:23:40: Should an artist's fame determine whether they're a legend?
0:29:40: Does a viral challenge help an artist and single in the long run?
0:35:02: #SoulBack Track Of The Day: Case - Happily Ever After
0:36:13: Kut Klose joins the #SoulBackPodcast
0:38:36: Looking back at Kut Klose's debut album "Surrender"
0:45:16: Working with Keith Sweat
0:48:50: The reason why Kut Klose only has one album and Athena Cage's solo album that never came out
0:54:46: The key to having keeping a female R&B group together and new music coming soon
0:59:12: The motivation to put out new music
1:09:25: Playa Please Award: Jadakiss' crust pizza, Lil Uzi Vert mistaken for fan by security, Aubrey O'Day/Barack Obama's sperm

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 58 (featuring Elle Varner) Jul 16, 2019

We are back on the #SoulBackPodcast despite some serious technical difficulties. Our mics had issues which would explain the sound quality of our podcast but it's all good because we still have some great content. Our boy Dan Bamber joins us as a special guest co-host as Edd is off this week. This somehow coincidentally falls on the same week that we have Elle Varner in the building. In this interview with Elle, we talk to her about her hiatus, her amazing debut album "Perfectly Imperfect" as well as her new album "Ellevation". Elle Varner talks to us about how happy she is currently as an independent artist and the freedom she feels she has when she's recording her music. On our end we talk to Dan about why he thinks T-Pain is great despite our criticisms and we also debate if Ciara is a legend.

0:01:00: More chicken wings discussion
0:05:20: Did T-Pain really kill R&B?
0:08:25: Who will go down as a legend: Ne-Yo or Ciara or both?
0:15:05: Our favorite R&B singers post 2010
0:22:30: The dumb mindset that an artist has to be "hot" before they can put out real music
0:26:00: D'Angelo vs Musiq Soulchild debate
0:30:50: Is "Voodoo" overrated?
0:38:45: Elle Varner joins the #SoulBackPodcast
0:40:25: The backstory of the "Ellevation" EP
0:45:45: The hurt that came with her unreleased "Four Letter Word" album
0:47:47: Adapting as an independent artist
0:51:00: Being one of the only R&B artists from the post 2010 era to break through
0:54:00: Seeing the evolution of Gabi Wilson to H.E.R. from Elle Varner's perspective
0:57:03: Measuring success as an indie artist versus when she was on a major

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 57 (featuring Johnta Austin) Jul 08, 2019

On this week we are joined by one of the greatest R&B songwriters of our time Johnta Austin. The man is responsible for hits such as "Be Without You" by Mary J. Blige, "We Belong Together" by Mariah Carey and "Sweet Lady" by Tyrese. We talk to the prolific singer/songwriter about his new single "Love Angel" along with his upcoming album "Love, Sex & Religion" which is considered R&B's version of the "Detox" album as it has been on hold for over a decade now. We also talk to Johnta about the state of R&B and also highlight some of the best songwriters in the game including Stevie Wonder, R. Kelly and Babyface. We also talk about Elle Varner's upcoming EP and the disappointing sales from Daniel Caesar. We also try to figure out what is considered a single in 2019 compared to what we're used to from the 90's and 2000's.

0:01:00: Tom's chicken eating ways
0:04:43: The greatness that is Robin Thicke's "That's What Love Can Do" single
0:07:00: R&B film news from Brandy, Chloe X Halle and the DeBarge biopic
0:14:02: Daniel Caesar's new album "Case Study 01" only sold 3000 copies???
0:15:56: Elle Varner is dropping an album soon after her extended EP "Ellevation"
0:20:10: The guest features on Jacquees' new album "Round 2"
0:24:45: What would Janet Jackson's career have been like if she wasn't related to Michael?
0:28:00: What is considered a single in 2019?
0:35:55: Johnta Austin joins us on the #SoulBackPodcast
0:36:40: Talking about the new single "Love Angel" aalong with his upcoming album "Love, Sex & Religion"
0:38:13: Adapting to today's era of R&B with shorter songs and no bridges
0:44:35: Realizing people still crave real R&B songs
0:49:20: Top 5 R&B songwriters of all time
1:15:05: Playa Please Awards: Chris Brown's "nice hair" comment, Taylor Swift's rant on tumblr about her masters

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 56 (featuring Raheem DeVaughn) Jul 01, 2019

We are joined this week on the #SoulBackPodcast by the great Raheem DeVaughn. He just recently released his new album "The Love Reunion" after putting out "Decade of a Love King" less than a year ago. We pick his brain and find out why he's still grinding so hard as an R&B veteran. We also talk about Chris Brown's new "Indigo" album and discuss the future of Breezy's career if he continues to put out albums with so many songs. We also talk about Daniel Caesar's new project and debate whether Brandy should be collaborating with younger artists or if she should just stick to 90's veterans? We also touch on H.E.R.'s new single "Racks" as well as Johnta Austin's new project "Love Sex Religion". Check us out!

0:01:09: Teyana Taylor doesn't eat vegetables??
0:02:43: Our long, in-depth and honest review of Chris Brown's Indigo" album
0:22:45: Thoughts on Daniel Caesar's new album and his duet with Brandy
0:25:50: Should Brandy be collaborating with new artists?
0:32:10: Thoughts on new music from H.E.R., Ella Mai and Johnta Austin
0:35:35: Tony Toni Tone is reuniting
0:39:18: Playa Please Awards: Stevie Wonder can actually see according to Chaka Khan, Bow Wow's fake abs, A hacker trying to sell us a Ne-Yo demo for $20k
0:49:28: Raheem DeVaughn talks releasing two albums in one year
0:53:40: Collaborating with Tim & Bob on this album separately
0:57:31: The importance of physical CDs in 2019
1:05:37: Strategically leaving major label system back in 2010

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 55 (featuring Eric Roberson) Jun 27, 2019

0:00:37 – How do you eat your chicken wings? (part 3)
0:03:38 – Raheem DeVaughn is dropping a second album in less than a year
0:08:05 – The necessity of putting a rapper on an R&B song today
0:14:00 – Sabrina Claudio’s new record with Wale
0:17:15 – Intro is back!
0:23:35 – More R&B king talk with Jacquees and Keith Sweat
0:27:10 – Eric Roberson joins the #SoulBackPodcast
0:28:14 – Eric Roberson’s consistent quality with his music
0:30:23 – The art of writing a sad song
0:34:00 – The journey as an independent artist
0:41:30 – Maintaining an artist’s individuality
0:48:15 – Legendary artists that are chasing trends
0:54:06 – How do we tell the new generation that trap music isn’t R&B?
1:08:28 – Playa Please Awards: Miley Cyrus begs for forgiveness from Hip Hop fans, KFC’s new Cheetos sandwich, Nelly’s tweet about Obama

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 54 (featuring Spectacular Smith From Pretty Ricky) Jun 18, 2019

The SoulBack trio is back with a new episode of the podcast. There wasn't a lot of new music this week so we looked back at some of our least favorite eras of R&B including 2009-2010. We also debate if Usher's "Yeah!" is a timeless song or if it's just a trendy song for its time. We also compare "This Is How We Do It" to "Yeah!". We also talk about Sisqo's second album and if it's the worst R&B album of all time. We also bring in Spectacular Smith from Pretty Ricky to talk about the successful Millennium tour, Pretty Ricky's history as well as his success with his company Adwizar. The company is ranked as one of the fastest growing companies in the world right now, so we pick Spectacular's brain a little bit about social media. Lots of knowledge on this episode, so check it out!

0:01:00 - How do you eat your chicken wings? (part 2)
0:08:40 - Our least favorite era of R&B
0:19:00 - Is Sisqo's "Return Of The Dragon" the worst R&B album of all time?
0:25:10 - The very confusing Elle Varner "full length EP" Ellevation
0:28:37 - Playa Please Awards: DJ Khaled's lawsuit against Billboard, Chris Brown's comments on Karrueche's boyfriend, The camera panning to Drake all the time at the NBA Finals
0:40:00 - Spectacular joins the #SoulBackPodcast
0:41:24 - The success of The Millennium tour
0:44:30 - Balancing trendy versus core sound with new Pretty Ricky music
0:52:10 - Creating Pretty Ricky's hits with Static Major
0:55:25 - Life after Pretty Ricky with his business Adwizar
1:00:35 - Challenges running your own business and understanding your brand
1:08:37 - Pretty Ricky's plan to reach the people with their new album
1:13:11 - Applying corporate world knowledge to the music industry for Pretty Ricky

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 53 (featuring Adrian Marcel) Jun 11, 2019

Edd is back on the podcast so we get into our usual chats about chicken, slurpees and of course R&B. We talk about the new Chris Brown and Drake single as well as the future of female R&B with artists like Queen Naija, H.E.R. and Ella Mai. We also bring in R&B artist Adrian Marcel as our special guest for this week's episode. The Oakland singer is one of our favorite R&B acts from this current decade and he just dropped his new album "98th". We talk to him about the new project as well as his experience working with a major label. He also talks about his role on the new Bobby DeBarge movie that's coming out. Check out the latest podcast!

0:01:45 - How do you eat your chicken wings?
0:04:40 - Our thoughts on Chris Brown and Drake's new single "No Guidance"
0:11:15 - The future of Queen Naija, Ella Mai and H.E.R. and their potential
0:21:15 - Adrian Marcel joins the #SoulBackPodcast
0:22:00 - He talks about his new album "98th"
0:29:33 - His ability to combine traditional R&B with trendy sounds
0:36:15 - Label politics with the songs "Back To Sleep" by Chris Brown and "Spending The Night Alone" by Adrian Marcel
0:42:15 - Lessons learned in the industry
0:48:00 - His acting role in the new Bobby DeBarge movie
0:51:00 - Playa Please Awards: Quavo wants to do an R&B album, DJ Khaled's temper tantrum, Beyonce/Beyhive/Stephane Mills

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 52 (featuring Kyle and Wingo of Jagged Edge) Jun 03, 2019

We are back with another episode of the podcast and we have one of our favorite groups of all time with us. Kyle and Wingo of Jagged Edge join us to talk about their upcoming album "A Jagged Love Story". We also highlight the group's ability to make R&B cool for men to listen to. We also discuss their ability to understand their roles as a group and the keys to them staying together for this long, especially with every group breaking up these days. We also talk about Blaque's new album "Torch" and give our thoughts on it. We also discuss new music from Tank, Shay Lia and B5. Check out the new episode!

0:00:37 - Empire, Star and Power will be canceled soon
0:02:02 - Our thoughts on Blaque's "Torch" album
0:04:50 - Should unreleased music stay in the vault or should artist release it for the fans?
0:09:16 - Our love for Shay Lia's new EP
0:10:44 - Tank adds Chris Brown to his new single "Dirty" as well a Keith Sweat sample
0:13:45 - Tyrese's rant about streaming vs album sales
0:18:00 - Kyle and Wingo join us on the #SoulBackPodcast
0:19:01 - Jagged Edge's epic run from 1999-2004
0:21:20 - Getting men to listen to R&B
0:22:31 - Details on Jagged Edge's upcoming double album
0:25:13 - Showing vulnerability in the music
0:29:02 - Jagged Edge's ability to stay together as a group
0:36:25 - What would the group be like if they had stayed with Michael Bivins instead of signing with So So Def?
0:38:40 - The first time they realized making music was going to be a real career
0:42:45 - Playa Please Award: B5's new EP name is called "New Jacksons"???
0:44:06 - SoulBack Track Of The Day: Blaque & NSYNC - Bring It All To Me

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 51 (featuring Brandi D of Blaque) May 27, 2019

For the first time ever, only one member of the #SoulBackPodcast is available to speak to the special guest, but it's all good because we brought in Brandi from the group Blaque. Her group came into the scene back in the late 90's with records such as "808" and they are celebrating their 20th anniversary this year. We talk to Brandi about Blaque's debut album as well as their unreleased album "Torch" which is set to come out later this week. We also talk to her about her sisterhood with Shamari as well as Natina. We also talk about discuss the state of Ciara's career as well as new music from Kelly Rowland and Lucky Daye.

0:00:49 - KFC's new Chachos dish
0:01:42 - RIP Melvin Edmonds of After 7
0:03:50 - Is Lucky Daye's new project the album of the year?
0:05:25 - Kelly Rowland's surprise EP
0:07:12 - Ciara's mainstream career is over
0:11:48 - Putting money into your career as an independent artist
0:18:43 - The legacy of Sunshine Anderson's "Heard It All Before"
0:22:00 - Playa Please Award: Artist asks for a fee to join the #SoulBackPodcast, Domino's Pizza
0:29:55 - Brandi joins the #SoulBackPodcast
0:30:35 - Looking back at Blaque's debut album
0:31:31 - The group's connection with NSYNC*
0:35:40 - Blaque's chemistry in the studio
0:40:10 - The release of "Torch" album 20 years later and her mixed opinions on the project
0:45:25 - The first time she realized the music business is not just about singing
0:46:45 - Grinding in the studio back in the day versus now
0:50:00 - The loyalty of Blaque fans

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 50 (featuring Black & Smoke of Playa and Dru Hill) May 20, 2019

We celebrate episode #50 of our SoulBack R&B Podcast by bringing in our family Digital Black and Smoke E. Digglera of the group Playa. The duo along with the late Static Major were responsible for creating classics for the likes of Ginuwine, Aaliyah and many more. Most recently they joined fellow R&B group Dru Hill and we are anxiously waiting for their new album which is set to come out later this year. We talk to Smoke and Black about their decision to join Dru Hill, protecting Playa's legacy during the whole transition and we also talk extensively about Playa's debut album "Cheers 2 U". Dru Hill's manager Kevin also joins us on the podcast to clear the air about the lineup changes with the group and what the future holds for the group. This is an epic episode that you don't want to miss!

0:02:10 - Black and Smoke join the #SoulBackPodcast
0:03:20 - #FatBoyShyt conversation
0:04:20 - Joining Dru Hill as new members and the brotherhood
0:09:08 - Combining two group sounds together
0:19:10 - Pushing Playa and Dru Hill's legacy ahead
0:24:00 - Dru Hill's manager Kevin clears the air on lineup change
0:32:00 - Reflecting back on favorite songs of Playa's "Cheers 2 U" album
0:39:48 - Playa's work on Nicole Wray's "Make It Hot" album
0:43:30 - The excitement of going back on the road and doing shows
0:55:13: SoulBack Track Of The Day: Aaliyah - We Need A Resolution

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 49 (featuring Rahsaan Patterson) May 12, 2019

We love real singers so we had to bring in Rahsaan Patterson who is undoubtedly one of the greatest to come out over the last 20 years. We talk to him about his new single "Sent From Heaven" as well as his upcoming project. We also discuss the importance of strong songwriting which has allowed Rahsaan to have a sustainable career. One of the records that he wrote was Brandy's "Baby" which is now considered an R&B classic to many. We also talk about Fantasia's new record "Enough" and her legacy as an artist. We also get into debate about the legendary status for D'Angelo and Chris Brown as we debate classic albums and songs. Edd also yells at anyone who spoiled the Marvel's End Game movie on social media.

0:00:40 - Japan loves R&B
0:02:46 - Fantasia's legacy when it's all said and done
0:09:00 - Does Chris Brown have any classic R&B songs?
0:14:31 - The D'Angelo debate
0:18:54 - Rahsaan Patterson joins the #SoulBackPodcast
0:20:00 - Creating the new single "Sent From Heaven"
0:23:20 - The art of songwriting and releasing music in a timely matter
0:35:02 - Writing "Baby" for Brandy and the impact it had for Rahsaan Patterson's career
0:40:08 - The key to being a strong live performer
0:45:48 - Playa Please Awards: Chris Brown vs Chvrches, Taylor Swift copies Beyonce, people who spoiled the Marvel Avengers movie

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 48 (featuring Tao Soprano From Dru Hill) May 06, 2019

On this week's episode of the SoulBack R&B podcast, we bring in Tao Soprano formerly of the R&B group Dru Hill. Although he may not be an original member of the group, he spent over ten years with the group and definitely made an impact with his vocals. We talk to him about his new solo endeavor, the transition from being in a group to solo as well find out his origins with Dru Hill. We also get some perspective from him on what it's like to join a group as a non-original member. Lots of wisdom is spilled on this podcast! We also discuss upcoming albums from the likes of Lyfe Jennings, Elle Varner and Chris Brown.

0:00:55 - Burger King has releases "real meals"
0:03:55 - Lyfe Jennings is set to release his album?
0:06:40 - Mary J. Blige and Nas have a new song and they're going on tour soon
0:07:50 - The feature on Chris Brown's new album as well as his legacy
0:16:03 - Is Elle Varner's new project an EP, album or mixtape?
0:18:30 - Forcing ourselves to like bad CDs
0:20:27 - Tao joins us on the #SoulBackPodcast
0:21:45 - The departure from Dru Hill
0:24:00 - Challenges of being the new member in a group with a legacy already
0:29:10 - The key to being accepted by the fans
0:34:00 - New single "What Ever Happened to Love" and the solo journey
0:41:05 - The origins of Tao joining Dru Hill initially
0:46:53: SoulBack Track Of The Day: Bobby Valentino "Tell Me"
0:50:10: Playa Please Awards: Sonic movie, XXXTentacion wins Best R&B album, Paula Abdul's hat throw

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 47 (featuring Vivian Green) Apr 29, 2019

We are back with another episode! This week we have R&B singer Vivian Green on the podcast. We reflect back on her debut "A Love Story" and find out why she finds it hilarious when people call her a Neo Soul album. We also talk about the changes in her sound especially ever since she linked up with producer Kwamé. We also discuss some of our favorite songs from her discography. We also highlight some of our favorite projects including Joe's "My Name Is Joe" album and discuss the success of the Millennium tour with all the special guests that are coming out in each city. This is an information episode so check it out!

0:03:16 - Looking back at Joe's "My Name Is Joe" album
0:06:21 - What's the best Joe featured song?
0:08:05 - Celebrating Truth Hurt's "Addictive" 17 year anniversary
0:09:12 - Discussing Boyz II Men's hit records
0:15:23 - Vivian Green joins the #SoulBackPodcast
0:16:12 - The incorrect "Neo Soul" label given to Vivian Green because of her debut album
0:23:50 - The evolution of Vivian's sound throughout her career
0:27:45 - Making music that shows her real personality with Kwamé
0:31:30 - No major label artist is completely themselves when it comes to making music
0:37:54 - Favorite songs in the Vivian Green discography
0:42:11 - The challenges of getting music out to the public
0:50:30 - The "You fell off" culture
0:53:17 - Thoughts on Lizzo's new album
0:54:15 - The success of the Millennium tour
1:00:22 - Is R&B the new Jazz music?

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 46 (featuring RL From Next) Apr 22, 2019

We keep the great guests coming as this week we bring in our good friend RL from the group Next. We talk to him about the history of Next as well as his solo career. We also touch on his songwriting including the record that he wrote for Keith Sweat. He also shares some stories from his early Divine Mills days with Kay Gee from Naughty by Nature. Also learn about RL's daily routine which consists of waking up at 4 AM to go to the gym and then going to the studio after! On our end we debate whether Ne-Yo or The-Dream is a better songwriter. We also debate whether Chris Brown is the best entertainer of this generation.

0:02:17 - Still raving about the new Jon B. and Donell Jones single
0:04:31 - Is Chris Brown the best entertainer in this generation?
0:12:27 - Remembering Avant's hit single "Separated"
0:15:05 - Best/Vocalist discussion featuring T-Pain, Pharrell, Ja Rule and The-Dream
0:18:45 - RL joins the #SoulBackPodcast
0:20:16 - His daily routine
0:21:24 - Our friendship with RL over the years
0:23:45 - Developing his songwriting ability
0:31:15 - Was there any R&B beef between the 90's male groups?
0:41:15 - The challenges of maintaining as a group and the future of Next
0:49:30 - RL's solo career from his perspective
0:54:00 - Balancing trendy versus old school
1:05:23 - Better songwriter: Ne-Yo vs The-Dream
1:08:20 - Playa Please: The "Monopoly" song by Victoria Monet, radio payola for Ariana Grande

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 45 (featuring Musiq Soulchild) Apr 15, 2019

This week we bring in legendary singer Musiq Soulchild to the podcast. Musiq is a longtime favorite of ours so we had to make this one happen. We talk about his recent music releases which includes features on basically every rapper and singers projects. We also get into his mind as a creative and learn about the journey from the start of his career. He also shares some insight on what he's looking for in terms of partnerships in music and gives his observations on what's going on in the industry. We also talk about new music from Chris Brown and Donell Jones. Lastly we try to decide if "Come And Talk To Me" by Jodeci is better than "Can We talk?" by Tevin Campbell.

0:01:51 - Reflecting on Musiq Soulchild's debut album "Aijuswanaseing"
0:04:31 - Do international fans complain about R&B like we do?
0:05:41 - Jon B's new single "Understand" with Donell Jones
0:08:20 - Is Usher's new album the most anticipated project in the last decade?
0:11:00 - Q. Parker from 112's new "Bridge" project
0:12:20 - Chris Brown's new single "Back To Love"
0:15:15 - Did Claudette from City High have superstar potential?
0:17:15 - Better song: "Can We Talk" by Tevin Campbell vs "Come And Talk To Me" by Jodeci
0:21:34 - Musiq Soulchild joins the #SoulBackPodcast
0:22:40 - What does Musiq do outside of the studio?
0:24:10 - His record "My Girl" with K-Pop producer Jung Key
0:26:10 - Still recording good music at this point in his career
0:31:10 - Creativity vs money as an artist
0:38:45 - The ups and downs throughout the Musiq Soulchild journey
1:08:45 - Upcoming projects from Musiq Soulchild
1:06:37 - Playa Please Awards: Cadbury Mini Eggs mayonnaise, Ella Mai is throwing shots at Jacquees

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 44 (featuring DJ Kay Gee From Naughty By Nature) Apr 08, 2019

On this week's SoulBack R&B podcast, we have DJ Kay Gee. Now of course know him from being part of the legendary rap group Naughty by Nature, but did you know he also introduced everyone to artists such as Next, Jaheim and Zhane? We chat with the producer about his Divine Mill imprint as well as his new artist Leah Jenea. He gives shares insight into where his group Koffee Brown is, early Jaheim stories as well as the good and bad that goes on in the music industry. We also find out Jaheims's "Just In Case" was originally a ballad by Koffee Brown!!! As for new music, we talk about Mariah's new "A No No" remix, Usher's "Confessions 2" album that's coming out soon along with Ciara's new album. We also talk about Beyonce's new Adidas shoes!

0:01:25 - Beyonce's new Adidas sneakers
0:03:50 - Pleasure P brings out Keith Sweat at the Millennium tour
0:10:30 - Ciara has already released almost half of her "Beauty Marks" album
0:14:15 - Mariah Carey drops another remix for "A No No" and it's still not Lil Kim, Cardi B and Missy Elliott
0:17:01 - Keri Hilson and Usher are putting out new albums this year
0:21:40 - Which album is the best: Faith Evan's debut, Deborah Cox "One Wish, Tamia's debut, Kelly Price's "Soul Of A Woman"
0:29:53 - Kay Gee joins the #SoulBackPodcast to talk WWE
0:29:53 - What happened to Koffee Brown?
0:38:10 - Will DJ Kay Gee be working with Next and Jaheim again?
0:43:10 - The art of not taking things personally when artists branch out
0:45:20 - Watching Hip Hop and R&B evolve over the years
0:51:20 - New artist Leah Jenea
0:54:00 - Artists ranting on Instagram
1:02:50 - Dealing with artists behind the scenes as a label owner
1:12:35 - Lil Nas X dropped a country song, Stans claim there's no such thing as a worst album
1:20:35 - Nipsey Hussle tribute

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 43 (featuring Jon B.) Apr 01, 2019

This week's podcast is a special one because we have Jon B. in the house! Not only is Jon responsible for classic hits such as "They Don't Know", he's coming out with a new pair of shoes that we're very excited about. We talk to Jon B. about his new single with Donell Jones and he also gives us a preview of the new album that he's working on. We also find out what happened to the "Hurricane" single as well as dig into his history a little bit. As far as our conversation, well we confirm that Avant is doing just fine so tell your friends!

0:00:15 - We have confirmed that Avant is alive and well
0:01:35 - Proper etiquette if you bump into your favorite artist at Disneyland
0:05:30 - Jagged Edge trivia
0:08:40 - New music from Jacquees, Maxwell, Marvin Gaye and Lion Babe
0:13:10 - Jaheim's epic Instagram rant
0:15:10 - Playa Please Awards: Recall on chicken strips because they contain metal, Daniel Caesar's ability to piss off the internet
0:18:20 - Jon B. joins #SoulBackPodcast
0:19:00 - New single "Understanding" with Donell Jones
0:23:30 - We talk about his upcoming album
0:28:41 - Why do a lot of people think Jon B.'s last album is "Pleasures U Like"?
0:33:15 - What happened to the "Hurricane" single and the "Mr. Goodnight" album?
0:38:25 - Fans in the US vs overseas
0:48:50 - R&B community fully accepting Jon B.
1:00:45 - We ask Jon B. for a pair of his new shoes
1:08:20 - Ranking Musiq Soulchild's discography

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 42 (featuring Pam of Total) Mar 25, 2019

On this week's episode, we bring in Pam from the R&B group Total. The trio was signed to Puff Daddy's Bad Boy label back in the 90's and dominated the charts with their fusion of banging beats and sweet vocals. Pam talks about her solo music that she has coming up including the single "Why", memories with her group and also talks about the Puff's work ethic. She also drops some historical facts with us about Total's third album which was set to come out before they broke up. The #SoulBackPodcast also touches on new music from the likes of The Bonfyre and Rahsaan Patterson. We also touch on Raz B randomly quitting the Millennium tour for a quick minute, Jaheim's unconfirmed new job as well as Lloyd's unsung episode.

0:00:37 - Millennium drama with B2K has started
0:03:34 - More R&B trivia about Musiq Soulchild and Keith Sweat
0:07:34 - Recent success from The Bonfyre
0:14:35 - Marah Carey's "A No No" remix is not with Lil Kim or Cardi B?!
0:16:10 - New music from Rahsaan Patterson, Angie Stone
0:22:31 - Pam joins the #SoulBackPodcast
0:22:59 - New solo music from Pam
0:26:14 - Total's history and their sound
0:31:11 - The lack of artist development
0:35:45 - Is a third Total album happening?
0:46:15 - Puff Daddy's genius with the Bad boy label
0:48:45 - Meelah from 702 was going to be part of the group for the third album
0:55:22: Playa Please Awards: Brandy's lip syncing concert, Irv Gotti on Lloyd's Unsung episode and people job shaming Jaheim

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 41 (featuring Montell Jordan) Mar 17, 2019

The #SoulBackPodcast is becoming a big deal so it's only fitting that we have the tallest man in R&B on this week's episode. We bring in Montell Jordan to the episode to breakdown his history in the music. Along with having one of the most recognized party anthems of all time ("This Is How We Do It"), the 6'8 hitmaker also wrote two of the most popular songs of the 90's ("Incomplete" by Sisqo and "Nobody's Supposed To Be Here" by Deborah Cox. We also talk to him about the unreleased Queen project with Deborah, Tamia and Kelly Price. We discuss his move to the Gospel world and a possible return to R&B soon. We also touch on new music from the likes of Robin Thicke, Avant and Jagged Edge.

0:01:53: Is Solange's new album "When I Get Home" actually good?
0:04:00: Our thoughts on Jagged Edge's new autotuned single "Closest Thing to Perfect"
0:07:38: Avant returns with new single "Not Gone Lose"
0:09:10: Robin Thicke is back with "That's What Love Can Do"
0:11:33: New music from JoJo Hailey, Tao Soprano, Lion Babe, Lipstick Gypsy
0:16:20: Montell Jordan joins the podcast
0:17:00: Almost losing his life on tour with freak accident
0:19:00: Thoughts on inaccurately being labeled as a "one hit wonder"
0:23:25: The hidden gem "Coulda Woulda Shoulda" with Case
0:24:30: The backstory behind "Incomplete" by Sisqo and "Nobody's Supposed To Be Here"
0:27:37: The transition into the Church and gospel music
0:32:07: What happened to the Queen project with Deborah Cox, Tamia and Kelly Price?
0:40:47: Looking back at the Def Soul era
0:43:20: Is Montell Jordan making an R&B comeback?
0:44:53: The right way of adding Hip Hop influences into R&B songs
0:52:46: R&B Trivia featuring Keith Sweat songs
0:57:53: Playa Please Award: R. Kelly goes to McDonalds after getting out of jail

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 40 (featuring Tim Kelley of Tim & Bob) Mar 12, 2019

We have a special treat for you this week as we have Tim Kelley who is better known for his work as one half of the legendary R&B production duo Tim & Bob. Aside from his massive catalog which contains hits for everyone from Boyz II Men, Tamia and Bobby V, he's also been trying to keep R&B alive with his new role as Head of A&R at The SRG-ILS Group. Over the last couple of years, he's executive produced projects for the likes of Brian McKnight, Bobby V and Shawn Stockman. We talk R&B with him and you know we had to get into that new Solange "When I Get Home" album.

0:01:05: R&B quiz for Tom about Musiq Soulchild albums
0:06:00: Our thoughts on Solange's new album
0:11:40: Sammie's new album "Everlasting"
0:14:30: New music from Ne-Yo, PJ Morton and more
0:22:20: Tim Kelley joins the SoulBack R&B Podcast
0:24:12: His role at SRG
0:29:02: What's a female R&B artist that Tim should sign to the label?
0:33:01: The pressure of making R&B in 2019
0:40:00: History of "They Don't Know" by Jon B and "Missing You" by Case
0:47:50: Upcoming projects from Brian McKnight and Shawn Stockman
0:50:00: Younger artists invading the Urban AC charts is a good thing?
1:05:47: SoulBack Track Of The Day: "I Want You To Know" by Donell Jones

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 39 (featuring Donell Jones) Mar 02, 2019

0:02:40 - India Arie's new album "Worthy"
0:04:25 - New music from Kehlani, Ciara, Brian McKnight plus more
0:14:10 - Jagged Edge has a new single coming and we're praying it's not like the last album
0:16:10 - Donell Jones joins us on the SoulBackPodcast
0:16:57 - Donell vs Darnell
0:17:45 - His songwriting and the impact of his sound
0:21:33 - The new Donell Jones/Jon B duet
0:25:30 - Backstory on "I Want You To Know", "Shorty (Got Her Eyes On Me)" and "Spend The Night"
0:32:00 - Working with Jacquees and King of R&B conversation
0:36:50 - Donell Jones talks about his upcoming album
0:50:00 - Playa Please Award: Ella Mai/Aretha Franklin R&B quiz and Jussie Smollet controversy

We finally got Donell Jones on the SoulBack podcast! We've seen so many requests from the readers to bring in the smooth R&B singer as a special guest, so we had to make it happen. We talk to him about his new music, his upcoming collaboration with Jon B as well as his involvement in Jacquees' career. He also clears the air about his actual name and if it actually is Darnell Jones. We also touch on new music from India Arie, Ciara plus much more. We also talk about Ella Mai's struggles to name three Aretha Franklin songs as well as the Jussie Smollet controversy.

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 38 (featuring Carl Thomas) Feb 25, 2019

2:40: R&B trivia: Tom (Team Musiq Soulchild) vs Edd (Team Keith Sweat)
8:50: Playa Please Awards: R. Kelly's recent arrest, Ja Rule vs Milwaukee
19:42: Carl Thomas joins the SoulBack podcast
20:20: We talk about his new song "One With Heaven"
23:15: The evolution of R&B music thanks to technology
28:30: Is 90's the golden era of music?
33:25: Analytics and number crunching is killing artistry
36:30: Carl Thomas breaks down his origins in music with Troy Taylor
44:15: Carl talks about his upcoming album

We are back with a new podcast episode. We've been killing with the special guests and it continues this week as we have Carl Thomas. The Bad Boy crooner brought us "I Wish" but that's not what this episode is about. Carl breaks down the origins of R&B and his thoughts on the genre over the last 30 years. He also talks about his upcoming music which we're all excited about. We also get into some R&B trivia to see if Tom or Edd is the king of R&B. A fun episode this time around. We didn't get to talk new music this time around but still lots of content to share with you guys.

The SoulBack R&B Podcast: Episode 37 (featuring Sammie) Feb 20, 2019

1:50: PJ Morton and JoJo’s new song “Say So”
3:50: Musiq Soulchild drops a bunch of songs in the last few weeks
6:47: Johnny Gill’s new single “Soul of a Woman”
9:48: Music from new R&B artists (Summerella, Nicole Bus, Lucky Daye)
12:52: A Jon B/Donell Jones collaboration is coming
14:30: Why are Urban AC artists sending songs to radio before they’re available for streaming?
17:05: Sammie joins the SoulBack podcast and reminiscing on second album
19:07: New album “Everlasting”
23:17: Balance between traditional vs modern R&B
29:15: Sammie on being excluded from The Millennium tour
38:00: Our love/hate relationship with Tank
45:40: Playa Please Award: Ja Rule’s new music festival, a teen steals a jet to attend rap concert, Social media going in on Avant’s weight

We experienced some technical difficulties earlier in the week but we are finally back with a new episode. On this SoulBack, we bring in R&B singer Sammie to talk to us about his new music including his single “Playlist”. We also talk to him about his early beginnings as well as some current topics in R&B right now including the Millennium tour and our love/hate relationship with Tank. We also talk about new music from the likes of Lucky Daye, Johnny Gill and Musiq Soulchild. We also talk about some Avant’s sudden weight loss.

SoulBack (featuring Dondria) – The R&B Podcast Episode 36 Feb 11, 2019

1:33: Trey Songz and Chris Brown’s new song “Chi Chi”
2:56: We premiered J. Holiday’s new song “Petals”
5:06: New music from Syleena Johnson, Kelly Rowland, Chaka Khan
8:00: 90’s R&B group trivia
19:15: Dondria joins the SoulBack podcast
20:46: What’s the best fast food restaurant?
22:35: The importance of 90’s R&B
27:36: The usage of social media to create stars
33:48: Transitional period when R&B stated losing popularity in 2010
36:30: Being mentored by Jermaine Dupri and working with him on a new project
47:35: Playa Please Award: Twitter bashing Demi Lovato about 21 Savage memes

We are back with another podcast. As you guys already know, we love talking about R&B as well as food so we had to bright in Dondria (aka Phatfffat). The So So Def artist joins us to talk about her new project, the best duets in R&B as well as Chipotle. Being that Dondria got her break through YouTube, we had to talk to her about the impact of social media on new artists today. We also touch on some new music including J. Holiday, Trey Songz and much more. We also partake in an R&B trivia where our knowledge of 90’s R&B is truly tested.

SoulBack (featuring Jazz from Dru Hill) – The R&B Podcast Episode 35 Feb 04, 2019

1:20: Beyonce and Jay Z giving out free tour tickets if you change your diet
3:35: Musiq is working on a new J-Dilla inspired project
7:00: VanJess’ new remix for “Addicted”
9:25: Summer Walker’s new EP “Clear”
12:31: Premiere of Daron Jones’ new single “Summertime”
14:55: Kevin Ross’ new independent venture
16:50: Jazz joins us on the podcast
17:35: The current status with him and Dru Hill along with new solo music
22:17: Looking back at Dru Hill’s debut album
25:40: The lack of music education in society today
28:55: The impact of Dru Hill’s second album “Enter The Dru”
37:51: Jazz originally sang “Halfcrazy” by Musiq Soulchild
40:45: Impact of Keith Sweat on Jazz and Dru Hill
47:00 : Playa Please Award: 2Pac is alive???, Tory Lanez outrageous statement about being the King of Hip Hop, Social Media comments about Tank, Bell Biv Devoe and K-Ci, Ja Rule fraud/false advertisement comment, Ariana Grande’s new tattoo and Chris Brown’s t-shirt.

Our love for R&B groups continues on this latest episode. Our special guest for this week is Jazz who is most known for his role as part of Dru Hill. He’s now pursuing a solo career which is what R&B fans have been wanting for years. Jazz has one of the best voices in R&B and he displayed that on his latest single “All Your Love”. We also talk to him about some Dru Hill history as well as his status in the group currently. We also talk about some new music including Summer Walker’s new EP and Kevin Ross’ new independent situation. Our Playa please is extensive so definitely tune in!

SoulBack (featuring Mike and Slim of 112) – The R&B Podcast Episode 34 Jan 28, 2019

2:52: Impact of 112's first three albums
17:18: Highlighting some of 112's lesser known songs
25:35: Singing "Cupid" for Kanye West and Kim Kardashian
27:32: Current status of 112 and the backup dancers
32:25: Working on a new EP
36:50: Criticism for interacting with Kanye West
41:10: Jodeci vs Boyz II Men and Keith Sweat vs Musiq Soulchild?
51:21: Slim joins the SoulBack podcast to talk about the King of R&B
1:00:30: Writing on Kelly Price's debut and her amazing cooking skills

We're back with another podcast episode. This week we have 112 in the building with us. Originally it was supposed to be Mike, but Slim popped up near the end to talk that R&B with us as well. It was an amazing podcast as we talked about the group's legendary legacy as well as their impact on the genre. We also touch on some of the songs they've written and produced for other artists. We also talk to them about the new music that they're working on as well as the status of the group now that they're a duo. We also touch on two pressing questions: 1. Are their backup dancers actually part of the group and 2. How did Kanye West ask them to serenade to Kim K over Facetime? Find out those questions and much more on this week's podcast.

SoulBack (featuring Troy Taylor) – The R&B Podcast Episode 33 Jan 21, 2019

1:40: New music from Tank, Monica, Carl Thomas, Musiq Soulchild, Elle Varner
16:00: Playa Please Award: Soulja Boy's new video game console lawsuit
19:03: Troy Taylor joins the podcast to talk about State of R&B
24:39: Reflecting on when Trey Songz went at R. Kelly in 2009
27:41: Jacquees's bright future if he executes his plan correctly?
33:25: His work on 702's debut album
36:55: Toni Braxton's first two albums vs Mary J. Blige's first two albums
40:27: Why is the new music from 90's artists not as memorable as their old stuff?
52:42: Working on the upcoming Dru Hill album with Playa members
55:58: The purpose of making Trey Songz's "LOL :-)"
58:56: Who is better: Bobby Brown or Keith Sweat?
1:03:45: Will R. Kelly's career continue after being dropped by RCA?

Tom is off this week with a newborn baby, so we brought in R&B producer Troy Taylor to talk that R&B with us. In case you didn't know, Troy is responsible for the likes of Trey Songz, Kevin Ross and Carl Thomas. We talk to him about his work on the 702 debut album as well as Trey Songz's development as an artist. We also get the inside scoop on Dru Hill's upcoming album which he is producing. We also talk about new music from Tank, Monica, Elle Varner and much more. We also discuss R. Kelly being dropped from RCA. This is a podcast episode you do not want to miss.

SoulBack (featuring Travis Cherry) – The R&B Podcast Episode 32 Jan 16, 2019

0:53: We talk with Travis Cherry about producing Case’s latest album “Therapy”
3:20: Challenges of veterans creating trendy music
7:25: Is there money in producing for an independent R&B album?
12:00: We need a National “J.Holiday” holiday
21:33: Our thoughts on Tank’s new song “Dirty”
28:22: Should we be deleting R. Kelly’s music?
44:00: Playa Please Awards: Enes Kanter eats 7 burgers, The current status of Jon B from an R&B fan, Plies claims that Cheerios belong in the bread section
52:38: Jacquees’ marketing plan is working
1:06:01: NAO’s tour is amazing

Edd is away for this podcast but we bring in Grammy nominated producer Travis Cherry to help us out. Travis has played big part in keeping the integrity of R&B alive with his production on Case’s latest album “Therapy” as well as Demetria McKinney’s album “Officially Yours”. We talk about various topics in R&B including the whole #MuteRKelly fiasco as well as the landscape of independent R&B. We also touch on life as an R&B producer in 2019. We also talk about lots of food including Krispy Kreme milkshakes from Flip Burger.

SoulBack (featuring David Duane) – The R&B Podcast Episode 31 Jan 07, 2019

0:56: R&B New Year Resolutions for 2019
7:42: Artists that we are waiting on for new albums (Elle Varner, H.E.R., Joe and more)
25:50: Should B5 and J. Holiday be on the Millennium tour?
30:10: Do we want a New B2K album?
33:00: Playa Please Award: Usher's haircut, Ginuwine's fake beard, Ciroc Vodka
44:05: We Love You Award goes to Louis York
48:51: Our thoughts on Chris Brown's new song "Undecided"
51:32: Drake and Chris Brown are set to work together + Breezy owns his masters now
55:02: Our thoughts on R. Kelly's new song "Born To My Music" and social media outrage

Welcome to 2019! We are back with our first podcast of the year. We talk about everything from Usher's new haircut to Chris Brown's new song "Undecided". We also talk about some artists we are looking forward to putting out music in 2019 including Brandy Joe and maybe B2K?. We also touch on the R. Kelly documentary and the backlash he has received from it. We also talk about our views on R. Kelly and our decision to post his music on the site. Fellow R&B media member David Duane also joins us on the podcast to hang out with us!

SoulBack – The R&B Podcast Episode 30 Dec 30, 2018

1:40: The-Dream's new project with 40 something songs
6:52: Does anyone actually want these huge album releases?
9:52: JoJo re-recorded her first two albums
14:29: Our favorite R&B songs of 2018 and takeaways from this year
27:04: Keith Sweat and Jacquees R&B debate
37:05: The Millennium Tour with B2K plus more
43:59: Playa Please Awards: Pleasure P asks the police to call Shaq, Chris Brown's pet monkey might put him in jail, Someone would rather read than listen to new R&B and Barack Obama's questionable 2018 playlist

Merry Christmas to everyone! All we got this year for the holidays is more R&B drama. We talk about the whole Jacquees vs Keith Sweat encounter. We also talk about new music from The-Dream and JoJo. Both of them released music in unconventional ways so we talk about their project as well as the creative process behind them. We also celebrate the return of B2K as they are set to go on the Millennium tour alongside Pretty Ricky, Mario, Lloyd and Bobby V. And for the first time ever, a President receives a Playa Please Award and it's all because Barack Obama put Cardi B on his playlist!

SoulBack (featuring The Kings of R&B) – The R&B Podcast Episode 29 Dec 15, 2018

0:30: Kyle tries okra for the first time ever
1:15: H.E.R.'s five Grammy nominations
2:40: Grammy thoughts and predictions
24:45: Jacquees' "King of R&B" statement
33:37: Diddy's comments about real R&B not being made
37:14: Playa Please Award: Zeplyn Tillman, J. Holiday's Instagram video,
42:00: 112 and Dru Hill's lineup changes
47:40: Pleasure P's name missing in the credits from Lil Wayne's "Lollipop" song
49:37: New music from Robin Thicke and Tone Stith
52:30: SoulBack Track Of The Day: Jacquees - 23 (Featuring Donell Jones)
57:15: So who is the king of R&B???

Jacquees caused quite the controversy on the internet last week with his self-proclamation that he was the king of R&B, but the reality is that we've been here all along. We talk about the Grammy's and the many R&B artists that got nominated including Ella Mai, H.E.R. and Lalah Hatahway. We go through each category and try to predict who will win. We also get into the "King of R&B" debate that has been buzzing on the internet for the past week. We also talk about J. Holiday's hilarious Instagram video. We also talk about new music from Robin Thicke and Tone Stith.

SoulBack (featuring Chante Moore) – The R&B Podcast Episode 28 Dec 04, 2018

1:26: Trey Songz discussion about his new project "11/28"
8:00: Chris Brown's upcoming music
9:10: Mike and Slim release a new 112 single without Daron and Q
12:40: Our thoughts on Kelly Rowland's new trap song
15:25: New music from K. Michelle, Bridget Kelly and Brooke Valentine
20:30: Is Mariah Carey's "All I Want For Christmas Is You" her biggest song?
27:40: Tamar Braxton's batch of new music videos
30:00: Playa Please Award: R&B fans during Jon B performance at Soul Train Awards, Lil' Mo/Queen Naija altercation, Jaheim throwing shade at Santa??
37:40: Chante Moore joins us on the #SoulBackPodcast
40:30: Latest project "1 Of 4"
42:45: Consuming music in 2018
45:20: Life as a veteran artist
47:55: Favorite Christmas songs
52:20: Top male and female R&B vocalists
55:25: Lack of bridges, 2 minute R&B songs and excessive runs
57:15: SoulBack Track Of The Day: Chante Moore - I Wanna Love (Like That Again)

Christmas is coming up so we had to gift you with another podcast. Joined by Chante Moore, we talk about the state of music and the challenges living in this streaming world. We also talk about her new music including her latest EP "1 of 4". Chante also listens some of her favorite vocalists of all time which includes Anderson Paak! We also talk about new music from Trey Songz, Kelly Rowland and K. Michelle. We also discuss the new 112 single "Tonight". Lots of good stuff in this podcast so check us out!

SoulBack – The R&B Podcast Episode 27 Nov 19, 2018

2:10: Mariah Carey’s new album “Caution”
7:26: “Glitter” album reaches number one on iTunes!
10:50: Sade’s new song “The Big Unknown”
11:53: Brandy’s new song “All I Need” + 6 year hiatus
14:45: 112 is set to release a new single with just Mike and Slim
15:30: Tank apologizes to fans about TGT’s breakup
20:05: T-Pain’s controversial comments about Aaliyah and her legacy
29:33: Spectacular Smith from Pretty Ricky is a Harvard student now?
31:03: Playa Please Awards: Usher’s rumored burner account, Cassie is back with Diddy????, Jill Scott and R. Kelly’s live performances
39:00: Our rankings of Boyz II Men’s discography
49:00: SoulBack Track Of The Day: Mariah Carey – The Roof

Mariah Carey’s new album is out so you know we had lots to talk about. We start off the podcast diving deep into the “Caution” album and give our thoughts on the project. We also talk about the “Glitter” movement that happened over the past week. We also talk about her illustrious career and some of our favorite Mariah moments. We also talk about new music from Sade and Brandy. We also touch on some of the topics in R&B this week including TGT’s social media interactions about a possible reunion. We touch on T-Pain’s comments about Aaliyah that pretty much pissed off the internet. The Playa Please awards were on and popping again as Jill Scott was performing oral on a mic while R. Kelly was asking fans to wipe his tongue for him. We also rank Boyz II Men’s discography, so find out what we think is the best album of theirs!

SoulBack – The R&B Podcast Episode 26 Nov 08, 2018

0:40: Beyonce dressing up as Toni Braxton
3:00: Is Snickers the king of candy bars?
4:23: Our thoughts Amerie's new double album "4AM Mulholland EP / After 4AM"
9:55: Keith Sweat's new album "Playing For Keeps" features both classic and trap songs
18:40: Our review on Raheem DeVaughn's new album "Decade Of A Love King"
21:45: H.E.R. switches up sound on new EP
25:35: New music from Mariah Carey, Trey Songz, NAO and D'Angelo, Lucky Daye
34:25: Tom's weird theory on the Case/Tank/Teddy Riley collaboration
43:00 Ashanti stays winning in 2018
45:55: Playa Please Award: Wiz Khalifa's R&B album, The Beyhive's hatred for Jay-Z and McDonald's lawsuit
58:15: SoulBack Track Of The Day: Johnta Austin - Turn It Up
1:02:00 Our thoughts on Summer Walker's new project

Sorry for the delay! We had some scheduling/recording conflicts, but we're finally back to talk about Keith Sweat's new album plus more! We talk about the unexpected sound on Amerie's new projects as well as Keith Sweat's. Both had trap driven songs on there, we try to figure out who was successful at creating songs with that style. We also talk about new music from Raheem DeVaughn, H.E.R., Mariah Carey and Trey Songz. We dive deep into the new Case record "Make Love" as we believe that Tank isn't actually on the song. We also hand out a few Playa Please awards including one for Beyonce's beloved Beyhive group. Check us out!

SoulBack – The R&B Podcast Episode 25 Oct 16, 2018

1:15: Tom’s favorite drink SunnyD
3:26: Keith Sweat’s new single “Boomerang”
7:45: Our thoughts on Ella Mai’s debut album
16:42: The single cover art for Kandi’s new single
17:33: Our review on Usher’s new project “A”
35:28 Playa Please Awards: XXXTentacion’s R&B win at the AMA, JoJo from Jodeci going solo, mystery artist releasing bad music for streaming money
39:43: SoulBack Track Of The Day: Boyz II Men – Doin’ Just Fine and sad YouTube comments

Uh oh! Usher released his new trap influenced album “A” and of course we had things to say about it. We also talked about new music from the face of R&B Ella Mai’s debut album as well as Keith Sweat’s new single. The whole podcast talks about bridging the gap between trap music and the R&B that we all grew up loving. We talk about Usher’s career extensively (as usual) and try to figure out if it’s time that we give up on expecting another traditional R&B album from him. We also talk about SunnyD and Tang for all the food lovers out there. We also talk about YouTube comments that we read from some of R&B’s saddest songs including Boyz II Men’s “Doin’ Just Fine”.

SoulBack – The R&B Podcast Episode 24 Oct 06, 2018

1:22: Eating grasshoppers to celebrate soul food
7:00: Marsha Ambrosius's new album "NYLA"
9:40: Mario with his new album "Dancing Shadows"
12:45: Shawn Stockman's new EP "shawn"
16:49: Brian McKnight's new song for the grown folks
20:37: Mariah Carey's new single and Kyle's chances of getting free Popeyes
24:32: Negative feedback for Maxwell's new single "Shame"
237:32: Elle Varner's new single "Loving U Blind"
30:30: Ella Mai prepares for debut album and releases duet with Chris Brown
39:41: J. Holiday's new single "25 To Life"
44:40: Playa Please Awards: Flaming Hot Cheetos, K. Michelle's front door, Kyle's Street Fighter match
56:44: Grammar police alert with the R&B group Playa

The R&B trio is back with another episode. We start off podcast talking about grasshoppers in Seattle. Afterwards we talk about new albums from Marsha Ambrosius and Mario. We also talk about new music from Maxwell, Mariah Carey, J. Holiday and Elle Varner. We also talk about Lil Xan's flaming hot cheetos incident along with arcades that smell like urine. This is a pretty random episode but we had a lot of fun stories for everyone. Plus a ton of new music and news to talk about!

SoulBack – The R&B Podcast Episode 23 Sep 26, 2018

0:45: Popeyes fried chicken discussion
2:20: Our thoughts on Bobby Brown’s new single “Like Bobby”
4:30: Case’s new album “Therapy” review
7:38: Mariah’s new single “GTFO”
12:38: New music from India Arie, Sevyn Streeter and Mario
24:25: Is Ella Mai the face of R&B right now?
29:42: Tank is giving up on R&B to do Pop music????
33:56: More Lauryn Hill tour disasters
37:10: Playa Please Award: K-Ci Hailey and chicken fingers, Beyonce’s former drummer and R&B memes
47:00: Best R&b album each year since 2008

Another week of R&B discussions for you guys. We start off the podcast talking about Bobby Brown’s new single. The record is produced by Babyface and Teddy Riley so it can only be amazing right?! We also talk about new music from Mariah Carey and Sevyn Streeter. We also discuss the current state of R&B with the likes of Ella Mai running the game with her hit records. We also talk about Tank’s latest social media post about going the Pop route. And of course, we have to get into the Playa Please Awards where we talk about chicken fingers and witchcraft.

SoulBack – The R&B Podcast Episode 22 Sep 09, 2018

1:57: More talks about soul food
4:50: Our thoughts on Traci Braxton's new album "On Earth"
8:42: Our thoughts on Tamia's new album "Passion Like Fire"
17:40: Ranking the Tamia albums
22:50: MAJOR.'s debut album "Even More"
24:55: Leah LaBelle's new EP "Love To The Moon"
27:35: Case's new album didn't get released???
33:35: Bobby Brown's BET documentary
36:30: Playa Please Award: Jodeci's most recent concert, Kanye West/Teyana Taylor at the PornHub Award show, Faith Evans/Mary J. Blige alleged fight
45::00: Celebrating the 6 year anniversary of Elle Varner's "Perfectly Imperfect"
Another week, another podcast for you guys. On this week's SoulBack podcast, we finally get into Traci Braxton's album after analyzing the cover for the past week. We also get into Tamia's new album "Passion Like Fire" as well as her discography. We talk about new releases from Leah LaBelle and MAJOR. We touch on Bobby Brown's BET special and also talk about foolishness that happened in R&B this week including the no show of K-Ci at the most recent Jodeci concert. This is another fun one for you guys as we talk about soul food once again!

SoulBack (featuring Anna Moore) – The R&B Podcast Episode 21 Sep 04, 2018

2:10: Soul food education
6:27: KFC’s genius marketing plan
7:57: Our thoughts on Lloyd’s new album “Tru”
12:27: Mya’s new single “G.M.O.” with Tink
15:40: Traci Braxton’s album cover + naked album covers
18:34: New albums coming from Case, Estelle, Tamia and Marsha Ambrosius
22:18: Is H.E.R. throwing shots at SZA?!?!?
25:20: Playa Please Award: 112 concert flyer in LA featuring backup dancers, Sony/Michael Jackson fake vocals, Aretha Franklin’s super long funeral
32:35: Lauryn Hill’s long essay
40:55: Anna Moore joins us on the #SoulBackPodcast

We’re back with another episode. Lloyd finally put out his new album “Tru” which Kyle proclaimed as the album of the year weeks ago. You’ll have to find out if it lives up to the hype. We also talk about our favorite album covers featuring naked artists…sort of. We also discuss Mya’s new single with Tink. We also highlight some upcoming releases from Case, Estelle, Tamia and Marsha. Tom also speculates on on this alleged H.E.R./SZA twitter drama and we take turns dissecting Traci Braxton’s new album cover. Lastly Edd educates us about soul food including hush puppies. We also have some bonus content for you guys at the end as up and coming R&B artist Anna Moore joins us at the end of the podcast to talk about her music.

SoulBack (featuring Peabo Bryson) – The R&B Podcast Episode 20 Aug 20, 2018

2:21: Kelly Clarkson is better than Aretha Franklin?!?!?!?
5:00: Chick-fil-A and Sweet Tea talk
7:30: Our thoughts on Janet Jackson's new song "Made For now"
10:03: New Ashanti and Ja Rule song "Encore"
16:00: Bruno Mars giving back to R&B with his new opening acts on the "24K Magic"
20:10: Research shows that people over the age of 30 do not look for new music
26:30: Ariana Grande's new album "Sweetener" and the Pharrell backlash.
34:12: Peabo Bryson joins the podcast
35:33: His involvement with the classic 90's Disney soundtracks
46:00: The lack of duets in R&B today
52:00: Young artists creating socially conscious records
58:30: Aretha Franklin's legendary status
1:02:00: The evolution of R&B and how the music is created
1:14:15: Peabo Bryson's new album "Stand for Love" and the importance of it in 2018
1:20:45: His friendship with Aretha Franklin
1:24:50: Playa Please Award: R&B Beefs (Teyana Taylor vs Jeremih, 112 members, Dru Hill vs photoshop), Fox news, Awesomely Luvvie
Wow! This was definitely our longest episode ever. Being that Aretha Franklin passed away recently, we had to pay tribute in the best way possible and that was to bring in legendary R&B artist Peabo Bryson to the #SoulBackPodcast. They were very close friends, so we got to hear from his perspective the impact that she had on music as well as his life. We also talk about his new album "Stand For Love" which includes the hit record "Love Like Yours And Mine". We also discuss his involve in the Disney soundtracks and the importance of those songs to his career. On this episode we also talk about new music from Janet Jackson, Ashanti, Ariana Grande and much more. And of course, this was a crazy week when it came to R&B beefs so we tried our best to decipher each one.

SoulBack – The R&B Podcast Episode 19 Aug 14, 2018

0:38: How many Chicken McNuggets can you eat?
4:38: Our thoughts on Ciara’s new single “Freak Me”
9:00: Ro James’ new single “Excuse Me”
12:31: Our thoughts on VanJess’ new project
14:15: Dru Hill/Playa/Jazz news, it’s confirmed!
20:15: More “Darnell Jones” talk
27:05: Eric Benet’s rant on Hip Hop and R&B music
46:10: Playa Please Award: Dru Hill’s new promo photo album, Color Me Badd (for the third straight week), R. Kelly’s brother and Kanye West/PornHub
57:20: SoulBack Track Of The Day: Kelly Price – Friend Of Mine

It was certainly an interesting week for R&B. Between Eric Benet’s epic rants on social media along with Dru Hill’s official promo picture, there was lots to talk about on this episode. We also talk about new music from Ciara and Ro James. We try to tackle some of the tough issues in R&B these days including the Darnell Jones debacle. We also talk about McDonald’s new 48 bucket of nuggets as well as their golden ticket that they will be giving out.

SoulBack – The R&B Podcast Episode 18 Aug 06, 2018

0:57: Sleeping rituals
5:02: VanJess's new album
7:12: Our thoughts on Peabo Bryson's new album "Stand For Love"
11:45: Thoughts on H.E.R.'s new EP "I Used To Know Her"
15:28: Ella Mai's new single "Trip"
18:56: This generation's R&B stars versus the previous ones
23:11: New music from B5 and Tamia
27:00: Tyrese set to release double album
28:20: Dru Hill's upcoming album with Playa
32:30 So So Def 25th anniversary tour
35:21: Playa Please awards: Our friend Olivia, Color Me Badd (second week in a row!!!) and fans of "Darnell" Jones
45:47: SoulBack Track Of The Day: Playa & Ginuwine - Joy

Lots of new music for us to check out this week. We had to do the podcast early in the morning, but we were just as energetic as ever. We start off the podcasting talking about new music from Peabo Bryson, H.E.R. and Ella Mai. We also discuss B5 and Tamia's new records. We get into a discussion about this generation's R&B stars and the industry is going to open up the doors for R&B. We also get into some Playa please business including the second saga of Color Me Badd's beef. We also discuss the general knowledge of R&B fans who seem to have misconceptions about Donell Jones being part of the group Hi-Five. Check us out!

SoulBack – The R&B Podcast Episode 17 Jul 31, 2018

1:35: Our thoughts on R. Kelly’s 19 minute song “I Admit”
8:40: Queen Naija’s new EP + potentially being this generation’s Mary J. Blige
18:23: Faith Evans and Stevie J’s sexy music video for “A Minute”
26:30: New music from Tamia, Shawn Stockman and VanJess
38:47: Playa Please Award: Color Me Badd, Kelly Rowland and Fake Aaliyah Album on iTunes??

We are back with another episode! Shawn Stockman was supposed to join us on this episode but couldn’t make it due to some scheduling conflicts. However we still managed to put together a pretty damn good episode! We talk about R. Kelly’s new 19 minute song and try to analyze everything that he was talking about in the song. We also discuss Queen Naija’s new EP as her buzz is at an all time high with “Medicine” blowing up on radio. We also talk about the upcoming duets album with Stevie J and Faith Evans. We also touch on the ultimate Playa Please moment with Color Me Badd fighting on stage. This was a fun podcast episode for sure!

SoulBack (featuring DJ Urban Philosopher) – The R&B Podcast Episode 16 Jul 23, 2018

1:25: Faith Evans and Stevie J got married!
3:53: Our thoughts on Mario’s new single “Drowning” and the new album
9:25: Ciara’s new record “Level Up”
11:45: Lloyd’s album cover for “TRU”
14:56: Mary J. Blige’s new single “Only Love”
18:00: New Music from June’s Diary and Estelle
22:09: Zeplyn Tillman’s Playa Please Award rescinded for Queen Naija’s “Medicine”
27:38: We found a dope artist! Check out Anna Moore’s “One Day” EP
30:10: The Internet’s new album “Hive Mind”
31:23: Sade is coming back!
33:45: Dru Hill/Jazz/Playa new music + confusion?
38:47: Playa Please Award: Brandy, MTV Video Music Award and 112
47:56: DJ Urban Philosopher joins the podcast

Lots happened in R&B last week, so we had to come back with another episode. Mario was supposed to join us on this podcast, but he couldn’t make it so we brought in our boy DJ Urban Philosopher to give us some insight on the success of “Boo’d Up” by Ella Mai. We also talk about new music from Mario, Ciara, Lloyd and Mary J. Blige. This episode also falls on Keith Sweat’s birthday so you already know we had to show him some love. We also discuss the lineup change in Dru Hill currently and speculate whether there’s internal issues going on with the group. We have confirmation that 112 is no longer a four man group, so we discuss what may have went wrong.

SoulBack (featuring. Zeplyn Tillman) – The R&B Podcast Episode 15 Jul 10, 2018

3:00: Candy trivia
6:51: Our thoughts on Justin Timberlake’s new tropical single “Soulmate”
10:00: Keyshia Cole’s interesting career
14:10: Zeplyn rejects last week’s Playa Please Award and R&B superstar talk
24:20: Our thoughts on the remix of Ella Mai’s “Boo’d Up” from Quavo, Nicki Minaj and T-Pain.
37:24: Our debate about Rihanna/Beyonce overshadowing new R&B stars
43:05: Will “Boo’d Up” do well on Pop radio?
48:35: Apparently 112 is no longer a four man group
51:18: Playa Please Award: Chris Brown, Tinashe/Ben Simmons and Usher

We thought our special guest Zeplyn joined us on this week’s SoulBack podcast episode to accept his Playa Please Awawrd from last week, but it turns out he had other motives. We get into some heated debates about topics about H.E.R., Beyonce and Rihanna. We also dig into the “Boo’d Up” remix with Nicki Minaj and Quavo. We discuss whether it was the right move for Ella Mai’s career and whether they should have put an R&B singer on the remix. We also get into Justin Timberlake’s new single and talk about the current status of his career after the release of “The Man Of The Woods” project. Lastly we talk about Chris Brown’s new SUV, Usher’s vegan diet along with Skittles candy. This is a fun episode for everyone!

SoulBack (featuring Nobody) – The R&B Podcast Episode 14 Jul 02, 2018

3:57: Our thoughts on the R&B side of Drake’s new album “Scorpion”
5:00: Drake brought back Michael Jackson and Static Major from the dead???
16:27: Shai releases new music “Musically Yours”…
24:25: Teyana Taylor is re-releasing her album “K.T.S.E.”
26:05: New music from Chaka Khan and Lalah Hathaway
29:53: Tyrese social media rant about current Hip Hop and R&B
38:54: 44:30: Playa Please Award: Zeplyn Tillman, Kanye West & Tidal
50:40: SoulBack Track Of The Day: “Sweet Lady” by Tyrese
The GOAT R&B podcast team is with back with another SoulBack episode. We talk about Drake’s new album “Scorpion” and discuss the Static Major record. We also try to determine whether it’s actually Michael Jackson on the song “Don’t Matter To Me”. Double album seem to be a big thing these days, so we look at why everyone is doing it these days. We also talk about R&B group Shai’s new album which no one knew about. We also discuss new music from Chaka Khan and Lalah Hathaway. Lastly we talk about Tyrese’s rant about Hip Hop and R&B these days and talk about current stars in today’s R&B landscape including H.E.R. and SZA. Another fun episode with no special guests!

SoulBack (featuring No one) – The R&B Podcast Episode 13 Jun 25, 2018

3:50: Our thoughts on Teyana Taylor’s new album “K.T.S.E.” and the delayed release of it
15:45: The new Beyonce/Jay-Z joint album and the disappointing sales
22:07: Is it time for a Destiny’s Child reunion?
24:05: Peabo Bryson’s new song “Love Like Yours And Mine”
27:30: Mila J has released an EP every month this year???
30:32: Why didn’t Keri Hilson and Nicole Scherzinger turn into superstars?
32:40: Playa Please Award: Chad Hugo (of The Neptunes), Ty Dolla $ign & Jeremih and Sour Patch Kids
39:45: Is Beyonce’s debut album “Dangerously In Love” a classic?

The Soulback podcast is back with a new episode. We had so much to talk about in R&B this week that we decided a guest wasn’t necessary. We spend the majority of the podcast talking about Teyana Taylor’s heavily anticipated new album “K.T.S.E.” The Kanye West produced album was hyped for moest of the week and it’s finally out after a huge delay on Friday. We also talk about the new joint album from Beyonce and Jay Z and discuss whether people are getting tired of them. We also discuss the possibility of a Destiny’s Child reunion at this point in Beyonce’s career. We also talk about new music from Miguel, Mila J and Peabo Bryson. Lastly we talk about everything from Keri Hilson’s rumored new label situation as well as the lemonade flavored Sour Patch Kids. Check us out!

SoulBack (featuring DJ Soulchild) – The R&B Podcast Episode 12 Jun 18, 2018

3:30: Who are the kings of New Jack Swing?
7:50: Our thoughts on Jacquees’ new album “4275”
13:00: Ty Dolla $ign was part of Immature at one point?!
14:56: Marsha’s new single “Old Times”
16:45: Our favorite R&B album so far this year
19:32: Would SZA, H.E.R. and Ella Mai have commercial success if Beyonce and Rihanna were active right now?
23:55 Maxwell’s new single “We Never Saw It Coming”
29:20: DJ Soulchild talks Faye B and new song “Who Is She?”
32:02: After 7 has released 5 singles from their “Timeless” album!
44:30: Playa Please Award: Brandy’s Facebook page, IHOP and Tom & Kyle
50:57: Barefoot concerts
52:08: Keith Sweat vs Musiq Soulchild debate
57:00: Is Ne-Yo an R&B legend at this point?
Just like we promised, the SoulBack podcast is back. It’s only been a few day since our last episode with Meelah, but there’s so much to talk about in R&B. In fact, we decided to bring in our boy DJ Soulchild to talk music with us. For those who miss the old podcast format, this is a throwback to that. No interviews with any artists, just fun discussions. On this episode we talk about Jacquees new album, Maxwell’s new single and much more. We also debate various topics such as legends in the R&B game, IHOP’s brand change and Tyrese’s marketing tactics.

SoulBack (featuring Meelah of 702) – The R&B Podcast Episode 11 Jun 16, 2018

1:24: Our thoughts on Jessie J’s new album “R.O.S.E.”
5:03: Our thoughts on Ne-Yo’s new album “Good Man”
9:35: Who is Ne-Yo’s current fanbase?
16:19: Luke James’ new single “These Arms”
19:15: Eric Bellinger is the new King of R&B?
22:00: Our love for 702
25:25: Meelah joins the podcast
26:10: How did 702 reunite?
30:44: The “Star” era and The Neptunes singles
37:19: Creating “Get It Together” with Donell Jones on debut album
45:35: Current single “Now You’re Mad” and solo project
48:51: Being a mother in the music industry
51:50: Keith Sweat vs Musiq Soulchild debate
53:15: Going to performing arts school with Ne-Yo

Technical difficulties with the recording almost destroyed this episode but we did just enough to keep it alive and for good reason! Meelah from 702 joined us on this podcast to talk about the history of the group as well as some of their most memorable songs including the Neptunes produced record “I Still Love You”. We talk about 702’s reunion as well as Meelah’s debut album which is slated to come out later this year. We also talk about new music from Jessie J, Ne-Yo and Luke James. A lot of great stories on this episode about Ne-Yo and Donell Jones, so you definitely don’t want to miss out!.

SoulBack (featuring Rico Love) – The R&B Podcast Episode 10 May 21, 2018

4:23: Tamia’s listening party for her upcoming album “Passion Like Fire”.
9:35: Jessie J’s new album “R.O.S.E.” and the marketing plan behind it
12:30: New music from Raheem DeVaughn, H.E.R. and Lipstick Gypsy
16:35: Playa Please award for Tidal, Tom’s co-worker and a reader of the website
23:40: Rico Love joins the podcast
24:06: Is it Laurel or Yanny?
25:50: Rico Love‘s passion for R&B
28:53: Expectations when writing for a major artist versus an independent artist
36:30: Getting paid for making music
39:33: Adapting to the streaming era
42:00: Major Labels/artists releasing one Pop single and an Urban single
47:00: The Longevity of trap music
50:50: Adults are too busy to discover music now
54:08: The future of Usher
56:05: Upcoming projects
59:30: Keith Sweat vs Musiq Soulchild debate
Grammy award winning producer Rico Love joins us on this week’s Soulback podcast. Mr. Turn The Lights On has been responsible for writing hits for the likes of Usher. Beyonce and Kelly Rowland. We talk about various music industry topics such as streaming, publishing and his approach to writing R&B records. We also get into the Laurel vs Yanny debate as well as the state of Usher’s career. We also take some time to talk about some new music from Tamia, Raheem DeVaughn and H.E.R. A lot of knowledge is dropped on this episode so definitely check it out!

The R. Kelly/Spotify Playlist Snub (SoulBack Podcast Bonus) May 20, 2018

Our thoughts on the R. Kelly/Spotify playlist snub!

SoulBack (featuring Stokley Williams) – The R&B Podcast Episode 9 May 04, 2018

1:34: Weekly fan love segment
4:01: Our thoughts on Tamia's new song "Leave It Smokin'"
7:32: Bridget Kelly's mew album "Reality Bites"
10:21: Janelle Monae's new album "Dirty Computer"
12:40: Dru Hill and Playa are touring together
17:25: Stokley joins the podcast
17:50: Which VA artist did the better cover of "Pretty Brown Eyes": Chris Brown or Trey Songz?
19:21: Stokley's solo project
22:11: Plans for Mint Condition and solo
24:17: The lack groups of music programs in school
31:33: Will real instruments come back to R&B music?
34:40: Stokley's production work outside of the group
37:00: A special moment with Prince
45:21: What's on Stokley's drink of choice?
This week we bring in the legendary Stokley to the SoulBack R&B podcast. The lead singer of Mint Condition had lots to say about the music industry today including the lack of school programs offered to aspiring musicians. We also talk about his history including his new solo album as well as his time spent with Prince. We also get into new records from the likes of Tamia, Janelle Monae and Bridget Kelly. Stokley has been in the game for over 30 years so you already know there was a lot of knowledge being shared on this episode.

SoulBack (featuring Pleasure P) – The R&B Podcast Episode 8 Apr 24, 2018

1:38: Weekly fan love segment
5:07: Our thoughts on Mya’s new album “TKO”
6:47: 702 will be touring soon
8:58: Sad news from K. Michelle, Mariah Carey and R. Kelly
13:50: Playa please award: Lauryn Hill’s upcoming tour and Kanye West’s new shoes
19:15: Pleasure P joins the podcast
19:41: The importance of R&B artists sticking together
23:46: Keith Sweat and Pleasure P brotherhood
30:03: Why are male R&B groups missing in music today?
35:12: The downfall of R&B in 2010 and the aftermath
39:35: Reminiscing on the Scream tours from the 2000s
44:10: Where are the million people that made every R&B album platinum in the 90’s?
49:05: Upcoming music and tour from Pleasure P and Pretty Ricky
51:20: Mortal SoulBack (Musiq Soulchild vs Keith Sweat)
51:56: Pleasure P hated “On The Hotline”?
53:44: What’s on Pleasure P‘s tour rider?

Another week and another great guest for you guys! This week we have Pleasure P from the group Pretty Ricky. During the mid 2000’s, they brought bedroom bangers back to R&B with records like “Grind On Me” and “On The Hotline”. Pleasure P also found some solo success with his Grammy nominated debut album which included “Boyfriend #2” and “Under”. He joins us on the podcast to talk about his journey in the music industry including what he’s observed from the genre in the past few years. We talk about the the lack of male R&B groups as well as the need for artists to unite especially during this rough period for the genre. We also talk about Mya’s new album “TKO” as well as Lauryn Hill’s upcoming tour. Pleasure P also shares an epic story with Static Major, Keith Sweat and himself. You’ll need to listen to find out everything!

SoulBack (featuring Jermaine Dupri) – The R&B Podcast Episode 7 Apr 17, 2018

1:38: Weekly fan love segment
4:20: Our thoughts on En Vogue's new album "Electric Café"
7:35: Our thoughts on Chante Moore's new EP
10:22: Tinashe's new album "Joyride"
13:40: Chrisette Michele's almost surprise album "Out of Control"????
19:32: Playa please award: Sabrina Claudio and Taylor Swift make the internet mad
24:20: Jermaine Dupri joins the podcast
25:14: "U Got It Bad" vs "Burn"
27:47: The importance of Jermaine Dupri's So So Def remixes
32:52: Developing younger acts and creating a youth movement
39:25: Why isn't JD working with the new R&B stars?
41:30: The positive/negative impact of Usher doing EDM songs
45:44: Can Major labels still push veterans like Mariah Carey and Usher?
50:25: 90's R&B artists struggling in today's music industry
57:10: Urban AC format in the 90's vs today
1:04:40: What does R&B mean to the public in 2018?
1:16:28: Mortal SoulBack: Keith Sweat vs Musiq Soulchild
We're back with another episode. This one is a special SoulBack as we have one of the most important names in R&B on this week's episode. Jermaine Dupri has created an unfathomable number of R&B hits over the last three decades for artists such as Monica, Mariah Carey and Usher as well his own artists Xscape and Jagged Edge. Mr. So So Def joins us to talk about his history in the game and shares his perspective on what he sees going on in the industry. We touch on his remixes that he's done throughout his career and also talk about his work with Usher. This is an episode you don't want to miss if you want to learn more about the state of the music industry as he drops a lot of gems. We also talk about some of the new music releases from Tinashe, En Vogue and Chrisette Michele.

SoulBack (featuring J. Holiday) – The R&B Podcast Episode 6 Mar 27, 2018

1:38: Weekly fan love segment
2:36: Our thoughts on Toni Braxton's new album "Sex & Cigarettes"
5:25: Initial thoughts on Ro James' "Smoke" EP
8:00: New singles from Pleasure P, Chante Moore and
13:00: Playa please award: Wendy's drops a mixtape dissing McDonalds and Burger King
16:27: J. Holiday joins the podcast
17:00: Analysis on J. Holiday's conceptual song "Wrong Turn"
19:40: "Guilty Conscience" underperformed because of theft??
23:17: The sad truth on why his single "Incredible" was on Bell Biv Devoe's "Three Stripes" album
30:11: The "Back Of My Lac" era
32:57: The shift of R&B from 2006 to 2010 and society
36:46: Is stan culture killing the genre?
39:36: J. Holiday's fight with the Beyhive
49:22: The lack of support for 2000's R&B
54:20: Mortal Soulback (Keith Sweat vs Musiq Soulchild)
56:00: Life on the road as Ginuwine's background singer
58:18: Thoughts on Robin Thicke & Pharrell/Marvin Gaye lawsuit
59:44: What's on J. Holiday's tour rider?
1:00:24: Upcoming music from J. Holiday
We had to bring in J. Holiday for this week's podcast. The soulful R&B singer has made huge contributions to the genre with hits like "Bed" and "Suffocate". More recently he's been on social media criticizing the state of music as he feels the topics are hurting the culture. We bring him to talk about his rants on the likes of Beyonce, Cardi B and Mary J. Blige. No matter what you think of him or his opinion, his passion is felt throughout this whole podcast as he truly cares about the culture. We also talk about some hot topics such as his single "Incredible" which mysteriously ended up on Bell Biv Devoe's latest album. J. Holiday drops a ton of gems and lets us into his world as he navigates through the music industry. We also talk about Toni Braxton's new album "Sex & Cigarettes" and all things R&B. Check out this very informative episode!

SoulBack (featuring Nokio of Dru Hill) – The R&B Podcast Episode 5 Mar 19, 2018

1:37: Our thoughts on Bobby V's new album "Elektrik"
5:45: The success of Tank's single "When We" and how it affects his career long term
12:10: Snoop Dogg's new gospel album
15:32: Cassie is the R&B Queen??
19:30: Nokio joins the podcast
21:00: Reflecting back on Dru Hill's debut album
22:54: Some Keith Sweat love from Nokio
27:41: Impact of 90's movie soundtracks on R&B
35:42: Did Sisqo's solo success kill off R&B groups?
38:00: Life as an A&R at Def Jam and Atlantic
51:30: Talk about Bruno Mars and cultural appropriation
1:00:23: Mortal SoulBack (Musiq Soulchild vs Keith Sweat and Faith Evans vs Monica)
1:06:09: What's on Dru Hill's rider?
This week we have Nokio from the legendary R&B group Dru Hill on the SoulBack podcast. This is a very exciting guest because he's one of the most knowledgeable artists in the game. Along with his production behind the scenes, he actually worked as an A&R for Trey Songz and helped develop his career early on, so we get to hear some label insight from him. Along with that, we talk about new music from Bobby V and Ro James. We also talk about Nokio's journey in the music industry from the group's work with Keith Sweat to their big singles on various movie soundtracks. We also touch on the Bruno Mars topic that was trending on Twitter last week. Check us out!

SoulBack (featuring Mr. Dalvin of Jodeci) - The R&B Podcast Episode 4 Mar 05, 2018

2:20: The use of autotune from Beyonce on DJ Khaled's new song
4:45: Xscap3's new EP "Here For It"
6:35: Shawn Stockman of Boyz II Men is set to release a solo album
9:00: Bobby V's upcoming album "Elektrik"
11:35: Tim Kelley's (of Tim & Bob) new label situation SRG
16:23: Ledisi's upcoming tour with Tweet and Melanie Fiona
18:35: Kima of Total drops a new single
20:31: Return of singing on Urban radio?
24:30: Mr. Dalvin joins the podcast
25:00: Early portion of career living in New York
28:22: New single "Vindication (Get Money)"
29:40: Jodeci's impact on R&B
38:00: Legacy of K-Ci & JoJo vs Jodeci
44:12: Keeping it real on Jodeci's last album "The Past, The Present, The Future"
47:40: The state of Jodeci and Devante Swing
57:37: Seeing Missy Elliott and Biggie's potential
59:31: Mortal SoulBack (Musiq Soulchil vs Keith Sweat and Musiq Soulchild vs Joe)
1:02:20: What’s on Mr. Dalvin's tour rider?
We've had some great guests on our SoulBack podcast so far and we wanted to continue that tradition by bringing in one member of the legendary R&B group Jodeci. Mr. Dalvin joins us on the podcast to talk about the state of Jodeci as well as his solo endevaours with his label Cristo Chrome Music. We start off the podcast talking about new music from Xscap3 and Beyonce. We also talk about Tim Kelley's label situation which includes upcoming projects from the likes of Shawn Stockman and Bobby V. We also discuss the shift in radio right now as there seems to be more R&B on the charts. Dalvin touches on the upcoming Jodeci biopic and shares some stories with us about the group's journey to success. We also find out on this podcast if Musiq will making into our R&B hall of fame as he faces Joe this week.

SoulBack (featuring Case) - The R&B Podcast Episode 3 Feb 26, 2018

1:00: New single from Portrait "In The Moment"
2:35: Mya's new single "You Got Me"
4:05: Musiq Soulchild and Marsha Ambrosius collaboration
5:15: Kandi going solo instead of reuniting with Xscape
13:08: We heard Toni Braxton's new album
17:00: Where is Robin Thicke's?
20:25: Playa Please award goes to Lou Bega
22:10: 10 year anniversary of Static Major's passing
26:18: Case joins the podcast
27:10: We talk about Case's "Heaven's Door" album
29:51: Fergie's national anthem fiasco
31:50: Did Pharrell and Ja Rule dumb down vocals for R&B?
44:40: The great R&B Debate: Musiq Soulchild vs Keith Sweat
53:25: Musiq Soulchild vs Montell Jordan (Mortal SoulBack edition)
1:01:15: What’s on Case's tour rider?
1:02:20: Upcoming projects from Case
Case joins us on the SoulBack podcast this week to talk about R&B. We start off the podcast talking about new music from the likes of Mya, Musiq Soulchild and Victoria Monet. We also talk about Toni Braxton's upcoming project as we've had a chance to preview some of it already. We also talk about Robin Thicke's career and give tribute to hit songwriter Static Major who passed away 10 years ago. Case talks about his upcoming project "The Love Jones Vol 2" as well as his some of his past collaborations with Pharrell, LL Cool J and Ja Rule. We get into R&B debates about vocals, artists and we see if Musiq can survive another week of Mortal SoulBack. He beat Keith Sweat last week, but will he able to gain the upper hand on Montell Jordan? Stay tuned for another great episode!

SoulBack (featuring Teedra Moses) - The R&B Podcast Episode 2 Feb 13, 2018

1:30: Our thoughts on Ne-Yo's new single "Good Man"
6:20: Our thoughts on Toni Braxton's new single "Long As I Live"
9:15: New R&B albums we are looking forward to
17:25: Xscape changes name to Xscap3??
18:51: Jagged Edge and 112 tour news
21:10: Bigger hit "Peaches & Cream" vs "Where The Party At?"
23:50: Reaction to Quincy Jones' legendary interview
26:52: Our beef with #JanetJacksonAppreciationDay
32:17: Playa Please award goes to Chris Brown for his world tour idea
34:16: Teedra Moses joins the podcast
38:12: The approach R&B artists need to take with releasing music
46:20: Teedra shows love to SZA, Jhene Aiko, Miguel and Bruno Mars
55:03: Did New Jack Swing kill R&B?
59:04: What’s on Teedra Moses' tour rider?
1:00:01: The great R&B Debate: Musiq Soulchild vs Keith Sweat vs Chris Brown
Kyle, Edd and Tom are back to talk more R&B with y'all. We start off the podcast talking about new music from the likes of Ne-Yo and Toni Braxton. They will be releasing albums later in the year, so we talk about what we're expecting from them as well as what we want from some of our favorite artists this year. We also talk about Xscape's name change and their plans moving forward. We touch on the upcoming 112 and Jagged Edge joint tour that will be happening this year. We react to Quincy Jones' controversial interview as well as Janet Jackson's appreciation day on social media. We also bring in our special guest Teedra Moses to talk about her upcoming projects as well as R&B from past and present. This is an episode you don't want to miss!

SoulBack (featuring Kevin Ross) - The R&B Podcast Episode 1 Feb 09, 2018

1:30: What is SoulBack?
2:45: Craig David's new album
5:15: Justin Timberlake's new album
12:55: Does he deserve the backlash he's getting on the internet?
23:40: TLC gets our very first Playa Please award for computer meltdown
26:13: Kevin Ross joins the podcast
28:10: RIP Leah Labelle
31:13: Bruno Mars winning big at the Grammy's
34:30: Has Bruno Mars opened up the doors for R&B?
41:30: Best Buy is discontinuing the sales of CDs
52:25: Ranking Michael Jackson's discography
55:05: Upcoming project from Kevin Ross
58:35: What's on Kevin Ross' tour rider?

Welcome to the launch of SoulBack! The new and improved pocast will fill your R&B needs and then some. On this episode, we talk about some new music that come out in the last two weeks including the release of Craig David's new album "The Time Is Now" as well as Justin TImberlake's "Man Of The Woods" project. We also dive deep into the internet's dislike for Justin Timberlake. We also talk about TLC's concert disaster in Australia last week. Our special guest R&B singer/songwriter Kevin Ross joins us on the podcast to talk about big R&B topics such as the passing of Leah Labelle as well as Bruno Mars' dominating win at the Grammy's. We also talk about our first CDs ever purchased and learn more about Kevin's upcoming album.

Last Episode Ever – YouKnowIGotSoul R&B Podcast Episode #73 Jan 22, 2018

2:55: Our podcast retirement party
5:20: Top 100 songs of 2017 discussion
16:51: Justin Timberlake's new singles "Filthy" and "Supplies"
30:47: Cardi B's addition to Bruno Mar's "Finesse"
36:25: Keith Sweat's new single with K-Ci Hailey
42:10: New singles from Xscape, Toni Braxton and Bobby V
48:03: Tinashe's evolution as an artist
52:30: Our thoughts on Justine Skye's debut album "Ultraviolet"
58:34: Ruzz Endz is back
1:10:14: Anticipating Craig David's new album

We're starting off 2018 with some sad news as this will be the last episode for the YouKnowIGotSoul and SoulInStereo podcast! We've had a great run but all good things must come to an end unfortunately. However before we disappear, we figured we might as well give you some more R&G talk! We start off the podcast talking about the top songs from 2017 which we published on the website a few weeks ago. We also talk about Justin Timberlake's new singles "Supplies" and "Filthy". We also talk about the new remix of "Finesse" by Bruno Mars and Cardi B. Afterwards, we talk about the new single from Keith Sweat and K-Ci from Jodeci. We also talk about Tinashe's evolution as an artist after the release of her new single "No Drama" with Offset. Some exciting news for everyone, Ruff Endz is back with a new album so we talk about their reunion. Stay tuned for new music in 2018 as we just got Justine Skye's debut last week and we'll have more albums to come very soon. It's been awesome having you guys tune into our podcast every week! Thank you.

The Bumpy Road Ahead For K. Michelle – YouKnowIGotSoul R&B Podcast Episode #72 Dec 24, 2017

2:46: K. Michelle's low first week sales
7:44: What will her legacy be like in 10 years?
12:35: Chris Brown just dropped another 12 songs
17:50: What if an artist just released songs from their vault and presented it as a new album?
25:10: Jennifer Hudson releases new single "Burden Down"
26:25: R&B Hall Of Fame nominations: Jennifer Hudson
30:35: The challenges of 2000's artists and touring
34:00: Recent lawsuit against Chante Moore
37:20: Songs of the year
41:55: Pay attention to Tone Stith
49:40: Mariah Carey is back on the Billboard charts
51:46: Food discussion
Christmas is just around the corner and we couldn't leave you without one more podcast episode before the holidays started. We start off the podcast talking about K. Michelle's low first week sales. She's been on the highest selling R&B artists over the last 5 years, so it's definitely concerning to see her numbers. We discuss whether she has enough hits to ride out as a legacy artist if she's done as a mainstream artist. We also discuss Chris Brown's discussion to drop another 12 songs to add onto his already released 45. We bring up an idea to increase album sames which is to just release unreleased music from an artists prime. We also talk about Jennifer Hudson's legacy as both an artist and a celebrity. We also touch on some of our favorite songs of the year by various artists including Tone Stith who we predict will have a great year in 2018. See you all next year!

Best R&B Albums In 2017 – YouKnowIGotSoul R&B Podcast Episode #71 Dec 15, 2017

0:20: Our thoughts on K. Michelle’s new album
7:35: Is it okay for R&B artists to do other genres if they’re passionate about it?
13:45: Miguel’s first week sales
20:45: The best three letter R&B artist debate
25:30: Justine Skye’s potential as the next R&B star
29:13: Best R&B albums in 2017
48:45: R&B Hall Of Fame nominations: Mary J. Blige
It’s been a crazy week for R&B! K. Michelle dropped her new album “KIMBERLY: The People I Used To Know” and went off on her entire label. We were a little more civilized with our approach but we also have some things to get off our chest. We start off the podcast talking about K. Michelle’s new project and look at her career. We talk about her desire to do Country music and how that will affect her career. We also talk about Miguel’s first week album sales and dsicuss whether he’ll be able to bounce back. We also spend some time talking about Justine Skye’s upcoming album “Ultraviolet” which is definitely one of the albums we’re looking forward to next year. We also talk about some of our favorite R&B albums of the year which include Glenn Lewis, Tone Stith, Kevin Ross and Musiq Soulchild. For our hall of fame discussion, we try to nominate Mary J. Blige.

R&B Predictions At The 2018 Grammys – YouKnowIGotSoul R&B Podcast Episode #70 Dec 04, 2017

0:35: Keith Sweat's picture with 21 Savage
2:45: Grammy talk
35:40: Our thoughts on Miguel's new album "War & Leisure"
39:52: En Vogue's comeback
45:05: Craig David returns with new music
47:40: The struggle for artists to release a debut album after 2010
51:30: The idea of linking new R&B artists with Pop acts like SZA and Maroon 5
59:15: R&B community accepting Jessie J with open arms
1:01:15: R&B Hall Of Fame nominations: Usher and Lalah Hathaway
The Grammy nominations are out and it's apparently Bruno mania on the internet right now. Over here, Tom is celebrating Musiq Soulchild's nomination like it's 1999 all over again. On this episode, we run down each R&B category at the Grammy's to talk about the likes of Bruno Mars, SZA, Daniel Caesar, Childish Gambino and Ledisi. We also talk about some snubs at the Grammy which include Mary J. Blige and Tamar Braxton.. Afterwards we talk about Miguel's new album "War & Leisure" and look at where it stands in terms of his discography. We also talk about the two new singles that En Vogue put out last week including the Snoop Dogg feature. We also talk about the success of Craig David over the last decade despite the lack of radio hits. We also talk about different approaches that would lead to more exposure for new R&B artists such as putting them with Pop acts. This is all due to new artists struggling to release debut albums after 2010. We also talk about Jessie J's performance at the Soul Train awards and whether her transition into R&B will work for her career. For our hall of fame discussion, we try to nominate Usher and Lalah Hathaway.

We Are Thankful For Great R&B Comebacks Like Xscape's – YouKnowIGotSoul R&B Podcast Episode #69 Nov 26, 2017

2:16: Kyle meets Ashanti (and Ja Rule)
11:15: Thoughts on Ashanti's new single
15:50: Thoughts on Lalah Hathaway's "Honestly" album
19:13: DAY26's comeback single "4 Shots"
22:10: Dru Hill drops a new Christmas album
24:50: Has Miguel's window closed to become a superstar?
27:45: The return of T-Pain
33:40: Xscape's comeback and their tour
37:07: Tyrese's social media antics
39:00: Mariah Carey sign with Roc Nation
48:58: Stephanie Mills statement about the state of R&B
52:06: Discussion about alternative R&B artists
Happy thanksgiving to all the R&B lovers! We have been gone a few weeks due to family priorities and the flu that's been going around, but we are finally back. We start off the podcast talking about the much anticipated meeting between Kyle and his favorite artist Ashanti. We also talk about her new single "Say "Less". We also talk about the releases of some new music from the likes of Lalah Hathaway, Boyz II Men, DAY26 and Dru Hill. We also talk about some of Miguel's new releases including "Pineapple Skies" and whether he still has time to be the next R&B superstar. We also talk about the return of T-Pain and whether his contributions in R&B have damaged the genre for good.
We also talk about Xscape's impressive comeback and how it compares to TLC's from earlier this year. We also talk about some recent news including Tyrese's social media meltdown, Mariah Carey's new management and Stephanie Mill's statement about R&B today versus Pop artists. Lastly we have a discussion about the success from the likes of SZA, Syd and Daniel Caesar. We try to figure out if them being successful if it's a win for the genre of R&B if they don't label themselves as R&B artists. No hall of fame this week, but lots of great discussion!

Our Halloween Consisted Of 45 Damn Chris Brown Songs – YouKnowIGotSoul R&B Podcast Episode #68 Nov 04, 2017

2:20: Review of Chris Brown's new album "Heartbreak On A Full Moon"
19:25: Review of 112's new album "Q Mike Slim Daron"
30:00: Were R&B fans pissed when Usher dropped "Yeah!"?
31:20: Is Sam Smith the king of blue eyed soul?
34:00: Tyrese's meltdown on social media
37:05: Our twitter beef with Keyshia Cole continues
43:35: Our thoughts on some of the new R&B artists
1:01:45: R&B Hall Of Fame nominations: Gerald Levert
We are back with a new podcast and we have a lot to talk about! We start off the podcast talking about Chris Brown's new album "Heartbreak On A Full Moon" which has a grand total of 45 songs. We talk about the marketing behind the project, his cheat sheet to beating the Billboard charts and his decision to release the album on a Tuesday instead of Friday. We try to figure out if it was necessary to have 45 songs and if it would have been a better album if it was trimmed to the traditional 12.
We also talk about 112's comeback album "Q Mike Slim Daron" and see if it's a nice addition to their legendary discography. We look at their decision to adapt to the current sound of R&B and if they successfully pulled it off. The conversation leads to one about 2004 when the crunk sound came in and shifted the sound of the genre to a more Hip Hop driven vibe. Afterwards we debate who the king of blue eyed soul is.
We also touch on some crazy thing that have happened on social media including Tyrese's meltdown on Instagram as well as our internet beef with Keyshia Cole. We also spend a good portion of the podcast talking about new R&B artists who have taken the world by storm such a SZA, H.E.R. and Brent Faiyaz. For our hall of fame discussion, we try to nominate Gerald Levert.

Please Unblock Us Keyshia Cole, We Love You! – YouKnowIGotSoul R&B Podcast Episode #67 Oct 23, 2017

2:00: Review on Keyshia Cole's new album "11:11 Reset"
8:20: 112 and Jagged Edge's new collaboration single
11:40: Why are a lot of R&B songs missing the feeling these days?
20:00: Keyshia Cole's low album sales
29:40: H.E.R. releases new music
34:00: Revisiting Tweet's debut album "Southern Hummingbird"
38:00: Discussing why R&B has fallen out of the mainstream
56:30: R&B Hall Of Fame nominations: Keyshia Cole
This week Keyshia Cole released her new album "11:11 Reset" and of course we have plenty things to say about it. In previous episodes of the podcast, we have joked about our Twitter beef with Keyshia but we're actually huge supporters of her music. We talk about some of the highs on the album including the song "Right Time" along with some of the bad such as her first week sales. We also talk about the new 112 and Jagged Edge single "Both Of Us". Some have complained about the use of autotune on the record, but we thought the song was pretty solid! We also talk about the usage of autotune and if it's the reason that a lot of songs are missing the feeling that we got from classic R&B songs.
We also talk about the release of Kenny Lattimore's new album "Vulnerlable" and H.E.R.'s "B-Sides project". We also revisit Tweet's debut album and try to figure out if people were mad that the Timbaland singles sounded nothing like the rest of the album.
Lastly for this week's Hall Of Fame discussion, we try to nominate none other than Keyshia Cole.

We Took Ashanti For Granted In 2002 – YouKnowIGotSoul R&B Podcast Episode #66 Oct 09, 2017

0:55: Tank's evolution as an artist
3:30: We took Ashanti for granted
6:22: More social media drama from Tyrese
10:45: Review of Chanté Moore's new album "The Rise of the Phoenix"
16:10: Review of Vivian Green's new album "VGVI"
18:15: Review of Demetria McKinney's new album "Officially Yours"
20:30: Review of Kevin Ross' new EP "Drive"
23:11: Bridget Kelly's new single
28:25: Chris Brown's documentary "Welcome To My Life" and his new album cover
32:00: The stan culture and the support for their artists
39:00: Gearing up for the release of Keyshia COle's new album
44:00: R&B Hall Of Fame nominations: Babyface and B2K
YouKnowIGotSoul celebrated its 8 year anniversary a couple of days ago and we're back again with another podcast. We start off the podcast talking about Tom's love for Tank in 2009 and how that has changed as Tank's sound as evolved. We also look at the impact of Ashanti back in 2002 and if we took her for granted especially with the way music is going today. We also touch on Tyrese's drama with The Rock as some of our readers aren't too happy with him right now.
For new music, we give our thoughts on new music from Chanté Moore, Vivian Green, Demetria McKinney, Bridget Kelly and Kevin Ross. We also look into upcoming releases from two of R&B's biggest artists Chris Brown and Keyshia Cole. We also quickly discuss Chris Brown's new netflix documentary and talk about his massive fanbase.
For our R&B hall of fame, we try to nominate the legendary Babyface as both a songwriter/producer and a solo artist. We also try to nominate B2K based off the impact that they had with the "You Got Served" movie and the craziness with the "Scream" tour and BET's 106 & Park.

Michael Jackson Is Still Outselling R&B Artists In 2017??? – YouKnowIGotSoul R&B Podcast Episode #65 Oct 08, 2017

1:00: Visiting Janet Jackson’s tour bus
3:15: Making amends with Pleasure P
7:15: Review of Tamar Braxton’s “Bluebird of Happiness”
15:50: Review of Tank’s “Savage”
25:10: Review of Ledisi’s “Let Love Rule”
29:00: Review of Jhene Aiko’s “Trip”
33:20: Return of Melanie Fiona and Mya
38:30: A new Michael Jackson just came out
42:25: Final album sales for Musiq Soulchild and problems with streaming
50:35: R&B Hall Of Fame nominations: Justin Timberlake

After being absent for a week, we’re back with another episode. This week we talk about new album releases from Tank, Tamar Braxton, Ledisi, and Jhene Aiko. Each album has flaws, but it was actually a pretty solid set of releases from most of these artists. We looked at Tank’s new album and tried to critique it as both a traditional R&B album as well as a Trap Soul project. We also talk about the return of Canada’s very own Melanie Fiona and try to figure out whether she still has a place in R&B today.

We also discuss streaming in 2017 when it comes to R&B artists. Perhaps the reason for low album sales is because everyone is streaming the albums, but that might not be the case. We also talk about the problem of Michael Jackson albums still being released in 2017 as his label just put out the new Halloween compilation album “Scream”. On this podcast we also touch on topics such as Kyle finally meeting Ashanti, making up with Pleasure P and getting inside Janet Jackson’s tour bus.

For our hall of fame discussion, we try to nominate Justin Timberlake.

Damage Caused By Urban Radio Blocking Out Love Songs – YouKnowIGotSoul R&B Podcast Episode #64 Sep 30, 2017

3:00: Review of Musiq Soulchild's new album "Feel The Reel"
13:00: Tamar Braxton announces retirement from music
16:06: Tyrese's crazy comments on social media
18:15: Toni Braxton's new single "Deadwood"
23:24: Review of Sammie's new album "Coming Of Age"
27:10: K. Michelle's new song with Chris Brown
29:10: How old is it to still be turning up?
34:25: New albums announced from Craig David and Syleena Johnson
40:41: Is the romance gone in R&B?
48:30: R&B Hall Of Fame nominations: Al B. Sure! and TLC
Another week of great R&B music to talk about. We start off the podcasting talking about the release of Musiq Soulchild's new album "Feel The Reel" and our thoughts on the double album. It's taken all of us quite some time to digest 20 something songs but we've finally listened to enough of it to formulate our opinions. We also talk about the recent announcement that Tamar Braxton's new album "Bluebird of Happiness" will be her final release. We try to decide whether she'll hold true to her word or if she'll come back eventually. We also touch on Toni Braxton's new single "Deadwood" which we feel leans towards the AC format. Another album that came out last week was Sammie's "Coming Of Age" so we give our thoughts on that project.
We also get into talking about new music from K. Michelle, Chris Brown, Pleasure P, Brooke Valentine, Craig David and Syleena Johnson. These artists are all putting out different types of R&B so we discuss whether the variety is good or if we've strayed too far away from the romance in R&B. Afterwards we talk about whether the lack of love in R&B is because of social media or if today's R&B is actually causing more ratchet behavior in society today.
For our hall of fame discussion, we try to nominate Al B. Sure! and TLC.

Get Your Wigs Ready, The Braxtons Are About To Snatch Them – YouKnowIGotSoul R&B Podcast Episode #63 Sep 10, 2017

1:28: Underrated R&B artists
5:12: Is it possible for your music tastes to evolve over time?
8:15: K. Michelle's new single "Birthday"
12:17: Tamar Braxton announces new album "Bluebird of Happiness"
15:05: Toni Braxton announces new album "Sex and Cigarettes"
17:18: New songs from Miguel and Sam Smith
22:45: Tours from Mariah Carey and Janet Jackson
27:30: Best song from each R&B artist
52:11: R&B Hall Of Fame nominations: Anita Baker, Tevin Campbell and Frank Ocean
I know we just put out our last podcast week fairly recently but there's just so much to talk about in R&B. With new music released from the likes of K. Michelle, Miguel, Sam Smith and Musiq Soulchild, we just had to give you guys our opinion. We also get into the discussion of underrated R&B artists on this podcast including Kenny Lattimore. Along with that, we talk about upcoming albums from Toni and Tamar Braxton. We look at Tamar's impact on R&B right now and see how her discography matches up to her star status. Toni Braxton's new album "Sex and Cigarettes" was announced earlier in the week, so we try to figure out if Toni still has a place in music today and what we're expecting from her.
Then we get into our special topic for this episode which is simply choosing the best song from every artist. Not our favorite songs, but undeniably the best songs from all our favorite R&B artists. And for this week's hall of fame discussion, we continue our conversation on Anita Baker, Tevin Campbell and also nominate Frank Ocean.

Ranking The Best R&B Albums of the 2000s – YouKnowIGotSoul R&B Podcast Episode #62 Sep 07, 2017

2:45: Edd's first Keith Sweat concert
6:00: Kyle's first Ashanti concert
8:20: Marsha Ambrosius's new 90's inspired single
13:10: Usher is in the studio with Jermaine Dupri and Bryan-Michael Cox?
16:30: Musiq Soulchild releases more songs off his upcoming album
20:20: Legacy of Day26 after 10 years
23:30: The weird era of R&B in the late 2000's
29:20: Ranking The Best R&B Albums of the 2000s
1:13:14: R&B Hall Of Fame nominations: Anita Baker and Tevin Campbell
It was a slow week in R&B but it's never a dull moment with us. We start off the podcast talking about some of our first concert experiences as Edd talks about his first Keith Sweat experience and Kyle talks about his first Ashanti experience. Afterwards we talk about taking 90's R&B albums for granted as there were albums that didn't get the love that they should have got. Afterwards we talk about some of the new singles that came out including Marsha Ambrosius, Musiq Soulchild and Sammie.
Afterwards we talk about the legacy of Day26 as they celebrate their 10 year anniversary. We also revisit R&B during the late 2000's and try to figure out why people have forgotten about artists that came out during that time period. Afterwards Edd talks about the list he published about the top R&B albums of the 2000's.
For our hall of fame discussion, we try to nominate Anita Baker and Tevin Campbell.

Suddenly Every Artist Is Either Mumbling Or Jamaican – YouKnowIGotSoul R&B Podcast Episode #61 Aug 28, 2017

1:45: Rank all the members of New Edition
5:00: Jodeci's Mr. Dalvin releases a new single
6:52: Fake Jamaican accent in Urban music
9:46: Is Bryson Tiller R&B?
15:15: 112's new single "Dangerous Games"
17:47: LUke James' new single "Drip"
24:42: Keyshia Cole's new single "Incapable"
26:20: Miguel's new song "Sky Walker"
35:00: Brian McKnight's new album "Genesis"
38:35: The buzz around new R&B artist Daniel Caesar
43:30: Responding to our interview with Tank
53:20: R&B Hall Of Fame nominations: Jill Scott and 112
I can't believe it's already been 3 weeks but we're back with a podcast. There's so much to talk about this week as there have been a lot of releases in the time we've been away including Jazmine Sullivan, 112, Luke James, Keyshia Cole and Miguel. We look at each of these songs and give our feedback. Along with that, we talk about Brian McKnight's new album "Genesis" which was released very quietly. We also talk about the releases of Daniel Caesar's new album as well as Elijah Blake's "Audiology" project.
We also spend some time talking about the comments that Ledisi made about Urban AC. She said that the genre is getting a little boring and needs some excitement to it. We look at the different trends that are going on in Urban music such as the Jamaican influences as well as the trap productions and try to figure out where R&B can go from here. We also analyze our interview that we did with Tank last week and talk about where his career is headed as he releases his upcoming album "Savage". The songs we've heard so far as very trap influenced, so we talk about whether we'll ever see real R&B Tank again.
For this week's hall of fame discussion, we nominate Jill Scott and 112. Both have very strong credentials, but will they get into the hall of fame?

Here Are Some R&B Albums You Need To Listen To – YouKnowIGotSoul R&B Podcast Episode #60 Aug 01, 2017

1:33: Kelly Price’s “Soul Of A Woman”
7:30: Tank’s “Sex, Love & Pain”
12:00 Jon B’s “Cool Relax”
14:50: Nicole Wray’s “Make It Hot”
17:35: Toni Braxton’s “Secrets”
21:55: Amerie’s “All I Have”
27:40: Keith Sweat’s “Keith Sweat”
30:00: Ginuwine’s “100% Ginuwine”
35:35: Musiq Soulchild’s “Aijuswanaseing”
43:50: R&B Hall Of Fame nominations: Johnny Gill and Robin Thicke

We’ve been talking about new R&B releases for most of this podcast feature, but we decided to throw it back to some of our favorite R&B albums of all time. We take turns talking about some of the classic R&B albums from the 90’s and 2000’s such as Jon B’s “Cool Relax”, Amerie’s “All I Have” and Keith Sweat’s “Keith Sweat”. We also share memories from the album including our favorite songs and even some personal stories such as Kyle’s transition from mainstream to Urban AC music.

For this week’s hall of fame discussion, we discuss Johnny Gill’s long career from his days in New Edition to his solo projects and also his LSG albums. We also discuss the ups and downs of Robin Thicke and debate whether “Blurred Lin

Recap Of A Disastrous Week For Our R&B Legends – YouKnowIGotSoul R&B Podcast Episode #59 Jul 25, 2017

0:25: Musiq Soulchild announces double album "Feel the Real"
7:32: Looking over the Urban AC charts
13:14: Thoughts on Tone Stith's new project "Can We Talk"
20:56: R. Kelly incident and whether it affects his legacy
30:20: Usher's downward spiral continues
37:30: R&B Hall Of Fame nominations: Donell Jones and R. Kelly
You know we had to come back with another podcast after the drama that came with this R&B this week. We start off the podcast talking about Musiq Soulchild's upcoming double album "Feel the Real". This is the follow up album to "Life On Earth" which only came out a year ago. We talk about our expectations for the album and if it's too soon to be putting out another album. We also talk about how it's weird that this era for Musiq has been rather quiet as his singles aren't really taking off. Afterwards we talk about some singles that are blowing up on Urban AC including Tamar Braxton's "My Man", Charlie Wilson's "Good Time" and Khalid's "Location".
We also talk about Tone Stith's new album "Can We Talk". Tone is a new artist and he has us excited with this youthful R&B/Pop sound. And of course, we had to talk about the incidents that happened to R&B legends R. Kelly and Usher this week. Although the incidents are different, we discuss whether they're both damaging to their respective careers. It's quite an interesting debate that we have and essentially it's up to everyone to decide whether they can separate the person from the music.
For our hall of fame this time around, we try to induct Donell Jones and R. Kelly.

The Case For Putting Drake In The R&B Hall Of Fame – YouKnowIGotSoul R&B Podcast Episode #58 Jul 17, 2017

0:40: Review of I Love The 90s Tour with TLC, Naughty By Nature and Montell Jordan
6:00: Whatever happened to Montell Jordan?
8:00: Sevyn Streeter's new album "Girl Disrupted"
16:43: Daley's new album "The Spectrum"
21:25: New singles from Deborah Cox, Vivian Green, Dondria, June's Diary
25:32: 112 debuts new single "Strawberry"
29:53: Jagged Edge Unsung episode and new album "Layover"
41:13: Why didn't Dawn Robinson become a superstar after leaving En Vogue?
44:10: R&B Hall Of Fame nominations: Joe and Drake
It looks like the R&B gods heard us after we complained about the lack of music being released over the past month because we have a lot to talk about this week. We start off the podcast talking about the throwback tour that TLC is headlining with Montell Jordan and Naughty By Nature. Afterwards we get into the career of Montell Jordan and talk about his current plans in music.
We get into some of the new releases that came out over the last two weeks including Sevyn Streeter's "Girl Disrupted", Daley's "The Spectrum" and Jagged Edge's "Layover". We point out some of the highlights in each of the albums as well as the disappointment we experienced with them, especailly Jagged Edge's. The combination of trendy sounds and autotuned vocals didn't help their case at all. We also talk about some new singles from the likes of Deborah Cox, Vivian Green, Dondria Nicole, June's Diary and of course the much anticipated release of 112's comeback single "Strawberry". We also talk about the career of Dawn Robinson and why we feel she wasn't able to make that leap into superstardom as a solo artist. We also talk about Tank's new single "When We" and whether it's fair to criticize him because he did warn us that he was going to stop making real R&B a few albums back.
Lastly for the hall of fame, we try to induct everyone's favorite artist Joe as well as popular rapper Drake.

Mid-Year R&B Music Review 2017 – YouKnowIGotSoul R&B Podcast Episode #57 Jun 26, 2017

1:40: Should we talk about alternative R&B acts such as The Internet, SZA and Bryson Tiller on this podcast?
5:35: Tribute to Prodigy of Mobb Deep
10:20: Gearing up for the release of TLC's new album
17:00: Jagged Edge releasing new album along with Unsung episode next month
20:35: Review of Stokley's new album "Introducing Stokley"
23:30: The best albums of 2017 so far
28:00: Our thoughts on H.E.R. performing at BET Experience
30:45: Favorite songs of 2017 so far
35:05: The impact of DJ Khaled on Urban music right now
41:10: R&B Hall Of Fame nominations: Janet Jackson and Eric Benet
59:00: Love letters feature
We are back with another podcast. We start off the podcast talking about some recent news including the passing of Mobb Deep's Prodigy as well as upcoming releases from TLC and Jagged Edge. TLC's long awaited album comes out next week while Jagged Edge's will be releasing their CD to coincide with their episode of Unsung which airs next month. We also review Stokley's new album which came out last week. We also debate whether we should be talking about new artists such as Th Internet, SZA and Bryson Tiller on the podcast.
Along with that, we discuss some of our favorite albums that came out this year including Kevin Ross, Avery Sunshine and DJ Jazzy Jeff. We also talk about some of the albums that were just okay in our opinion including Mary J. Blige, Trey Songz and Charlie Wilson. We also talk about some of our favorite songs of the year so far from the likes of Musiq Soulchild, LeToya Luckett and Mali Music.
We also get into some more current news in music such as the impact of DJ Khaled and how it affects the genre of R&B. For our hall of fame discussion, we nominate Janet Jackson and Eric Benet. As usual, the debate gets pretty heated. We conclude the podcast talking about Tamia's career. Check out another episode of our podcast!!

The Glaring Absence Of Male R&B Sex Symbols – YouKnowIGotSoul R&B Podcast Episode #56 Jun 19, 2017

1:24: Omarion's cover of Earth, Wind & Fire's song "Reasons"
7:20: Mario's new single "Pain Is The New Pleasure"
10:45: Tank releases lead single "When We"
14:50: Love & Hip Hop's Tammy Rivera collaborating with Rico Love
21:35: Review on H.E.R.'s "Vol 2" project
33:06: The Glaring Absence Of Male R&B Sex Symbols
44:40: R&B Hall Of Fame nominations: Kelis and Boyz II Men
We complained about how slow R&B was the last podcast, so it looks like the R&B gods heard us loud and clear as numerous artists put out new singles this week. We start off talking about Omarion's cover of the classic Earth, Wind & Fire song "Reasons". We try to disregard the Maurice White comparisons and judge the cover for what it is. Afterwards, we talk about the release of legendary R&B singer Chaka Khan's new single with B. Slade. Afterwards we talk about Mario's song "Pain Is The New Pleasure" which will serve as the lead single for his upcoming project "Cosmo 17".
Later we talk about Tank's new trendy single "When We" which will be lead single for his new album "Savage". We talk about Tammy Rivera's new single "All Theses Kisses" and discuss which R&B stars have been able to create a career from reality TV. The two that come to mind are Tamar Braxton and K. Michelle. Then we get into our review on H.E.R.'s new project "Volume 2". We were huge fans of the first project, so we went into this one with huge expectations. For our main discussion, we talk about the lack of male R&B sex symbols in today's music industry. We talk about whether that's hurting R&B as a whole as there are no more people that speak to the ladies anymore.
For our R&B hall of fame discussion, we talk about Kelis and Boyz II Men.

Prediction On R&B Music 5 Years From Now – YouKnowIGotSoul R&B Podcast Episode #55 Jun 12, 2017

2:35: Ashanti's upcoming album
6:23: 112's upcoming album
15:50: Bryson Tiller's sampling of 90's R&B music
21:50: Is Jhene Aiko the R&B savior?
27:19: Culture vultures in R&B
31:25: LaFace Records legacy
38:45: Prediction On R&B Music 5 Years From Now
47:05: R&B Hall Of Fame nominations: Tamia, Chris Brown and H-Town
1:06:50: Love letters feature

R&B was very slow this week, but we're still here to bring you some entertainment. We first talk about Ashanti's upcoming album as she announced on social media recently that she's completed recording the project. We also talk about 112's upcoming album which is set to come out in October on eOne. We predict whether the comeback will be a success for them and we also discuss what we can expect from the project. Afterwards we talk about Bryson Tiller's new album and the samples that he used on the album. We also touch on the new trendy singles from Ledisi and Stokley Williams.
Afterwards we talk about Jhene Aiko's new single "While We're Young" and where she fits into today's landscape of R&B. We also talk about the new R&B/Hip Hop influenced records from Pop acts such as One Direction, Miley Cyrus and Adele. We talk about whether they hurt the culture by borrowing sounds from the genre. We then get into a conversation about LaFace Records and some of the great things that came from the era of Babyface and LA Reid. We also look at R&B 5 years from now and try to predict what will be happening in the genre. For our hall of fame discussion, we talk about Tamia, Chris Brown and H-Town.

If Retirement Is The New Thing To Do Then Count Us In – YouKnowIGotSoul R&B Podcast Episode #54 Jun 06, 2017

1:36: Ne-Yo's new single "Another Love Song"
3:14: Discussing Ne-Yo and what genre he fits into
4:14: Are The Weeknd and Frank Ocean R&B artists?
14:05: Meeting younger R&B fans
20:25: Mali Music's new album "The Transition of Mali"
22:15: T-Boz's rumored solo album
28:22: Update on Aaliyah and Static Major's legacy
35:41: Tank's performance at Pride Parade
41:40: R&B Hall Of Fame nominations: H-Town and Christopher Williams
43:10: Another discussion on Keyshia Cole's career
Tom and Kyle are back with another podcast. It was a pretty spontaneous episode for us as we didn't know whether Edd was going to be on the podcast, so we had to freestyle our way through it. The result was actually solid as we talked about new and old R&B. We start off the podcast talking about Ne-Yo's new single which is Poppy with sort of a disco vibe to it. Afterwards we talk about the outlook of Ne-Yo's career and try to see where he can go with his next album. We also talk about his sound and whether it's fair to classify him as R&B. We also try to figure out if we can put The Weeknd and Frank Ocean in the same category as Charlie Wilson when we talk about pure R&B.
Afterwards we talk about Mali Music's new album as well as the rumored solo album from T-Boz. We also talk about younger R&B listeners and debate whether they appreciate ballads and real vocals. We agree that they probably don't listen to R&B songs for vocals anymore because that's not what they're exposed to. Afterwards we talk about whether there needs to be a new Aaliyah album as it has been rumored for the last couple of years. We also talk about the upcoming Static Major mixtape that his window is planning to put together.
For our R&B hall of fame, we don't actually go too deep in the discussion so we're going to leave it up to you guys to induct H-Town and Christopher Williams into the hall of fame. Lastly, we do an album look back at Keyshia Cole's sophomore album "Just Like You" and talk about what prevented her from reaching that next level with her career.

Someone Told Us We're Too Old For Trap Soul!!! – YouKnowIGotSoul R&B Podcast Episode #53 May 30, 2017

0:35: People hating on the website
2:52: Bryson Tiller releases new album "True To Self"
7:00: New songs from Mali Music, Ameriie and Stokley
11:00: Someone told us we're too old for trap soul
19:10: Revisiting Ginuwine's nomination into the hall of fame
22:05: Is Bryson Tiller really pushing the genre forward?
26:28: The need for a new radio format for the 2000's R&B artists
41:11: What if for Usher's career
44:22: What if for Justin Timberlake's career
We are back with a unique edition of the podcast. With No Edd around, Kyle and Tom respond to some of the YouTube comments that we've all been receiving about the state of R&B. We start off the episode talking about Bryson Tiller's album as we're told he is the savior of R&B. We talk about the 90's samples on his new album as well as his impact on the genre with his trap soul movement. Afterwards we talk about new releases from Mali Music, Jazmine Sullivan and Ameriie who made her return to R&B last week with her new song "REDRUM".
Afterwards we talk about the trap soul genre and try to figure out who belongs in that demographic or if it's only for a certain age bracket. We skip the hall of fame this week because Edd isn't here, but we do revisit Ginuwine's nomination as there are more points that point towards him being a good candidate for it. We also discuss the future of artists such as Chris Brown and Trey Songz who will be transitioning into that Urban AC market in the next 10 years. We also play the "what if" game by looking into the careers of Usher and Justin Timberlake and giving out different scenarios that could have potentially changed the landscape of everything.
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R&B Sales Continue To Decline And You Should Be Concerned – YouKnowIGotSoul R&B Podcast Episode #52 May 22, 2017

2:15: Thoughts on LeToya Luckett's "Back 2 Life" album
10:45: Ledisi's new single is trap?
18:46: Review on Faith Evans and Biggie's duet album
26:55: Ne-Yo's releases two new songs
31:00: Upcoming tours
35:22: R&B Hall Of Fame nominations: Ginuwine and Faith Evans
53:35: Love Letter feature
We had to a take a break last week to enjoy Mother's Day but we are back with some more R&B. We start off the podcast talking about the release of LeToya's new album "Back 2 Life" and our thoughts on the album. We spend some time raving about her collaboration with Ludacris on the catchy song "Grey" and also discuss her low album sales. We also look at her inclusion of trap sounds in the production and discuss whether it is needed for an R&B artist to do that. We also talk about Ledisi's new single which also contains some trendier sounds. Afterwards we review Faith Evans and Biggie's duet album "The King & I" which is a project we've been waiting on for a long time. We talk about some of the strong points of the album including its 90's influenced production.
We also talk about the release of Ne-Yo's new single "Earn Ur Love" as well our interaction with him on Twitter. We're all on board with his new project as long as it isn't full of Pitbull material. Some of the upcoming R&B tours include Bell Biv Devoe, Mary J. Blige and August Alsina. We talk about the odd pairing for MJB's tour with Lalah Hathaway opening up for her. For our hall of fame discussion, we try to induct Ginuwine and Faith Evans. As usual, the conversation is heated with educated debates on their careers.
For our love letter feature, Edd analyzes Tamia's hit record "Officially Missing You".

Some R&B Legends Wouldn't Stand A Chance In 2017 – YouKnowIGotSoul R&B Podcast Episode #51 May 08, 2017

0:55: Chris Brown announces double album with 40 new songs
4:30: TLC's new album cover
10:00: New single releases Marsha Ambrosius, Goapele and En Vogue
14:35: Upcoming albums from LeToya Luckett and Faith Evans
24:10: Legends in R&B that would struggle in 2017 based on physical appearance
33:40: R&B Hall Of Fame nominations: Destiny's Child and Monica
56:10: Love Letter feature
1:00:00: #AskYKIGS
We're back on track with episode #51. We start off the podcast by talking about the news that Chris Brown's upcoming album "Heartbreak On A Full Moon" is going to contain 40 songs. One of the songs is called "Juicy Booty" which has everyone excited. We also talk about his documentary "Welcome To My Life" which will be playing in theaters all over the country on June 8th. Afterwards we talk about the new TLC album as they recently showed the tracklist for it. They also posted the album cover for the album which looks like a combination of bubblegum wrappers and Popsicle sticks. Then we talk about upcoming releases in R&B from the likes of Marsha, Goapele and LeToya.
For our main discussion, we talk about the standards of music in 2017 and which R&B legends wouldn't make the cut if they debuted today. Some names included Boyz II Men, Robin Thicke and Chico DeBarge. For our hall of fame, we try to figure out if Destiny's Child and Monica should be inducted. The conversation gets extremely heated as some people don't believe Destiny's Child deserves to be in the hall of fame. Monica gets some heat as well, but you'll have to tune into the podcast to find out what happens.
For our newest feature, we analyze Donnell Jones' classic song "Where I Wanna Be" and how flawed the lyrics are. We also answer questions from some of our readers. Check out the latest episode of our podcast!

Special #AskYKIGS Edition – YouKnowIGotSoul R&B Podcast Episode #50 May 01, 2017

2:05: Fyre Festival disaster
6:00: Tamar Braxton's new single
8:00: The release of Mary J. Blige's new album
12:52: H.E.R. announces second installment of EP series
19:31: R&B Hall Of Fame nominations: Jon B and Brandy
30:52: #AskYKIGS (Tom's diet, Edd's thoughts on the "Black Panties" album, Kyle's singing talents, etc)
1:20:00: Love Letter feature
1:24:10: Food discussion
Welcome to episode number 50 of our podcast! It's been quite a journey since we started this thing over a year ago and we're excited to reach this milestone. We start off the podcast talking about the Fyre Festival which has been all over social media for the last few days. We talk about the cheese sandwiches they were serving as well as Ja Rule's role in the whole fiasco. Afterwards we talk about some new R&B releases that came out last week including Tamar Braxton's new single "My Man". We discuss her new label name Tamartian Land Records.
Afterwards we talk about Mary J. Blige's new album "Strength Of A Woman" and our thoughts on the album. A lot of people were expecting the second coming of "My Life" but we review the album for what it is. We talk about the good as well as the bad for the album. We also talk about Gabi Wilson's H.E.R. project and what we can expect from the second volume of the EP series. We talk about the marketing campaign for H.E.R. and predict what she will do this time around.
We also get into more of our hall of fame discussion and nominate two of the site's most popular artists. Jon B and Brandy are both fan favorites so we'll see who gets inducted! Afterwards we dive into our special discussion which consists of questions submitted by the readers as part of our #AskYKIGS segment. We go through a bunch of questions regarding musical trends, the history of music as well as our personal lives.
We finish the podcast by debuting our brand new "Love Letter" feature where Edd gives advice to Mario Winans on his relationship problems. The final food discussion ever was brief, but we talked about turkey legs.

Damn, R&B Needs a Kendrick Lamar – YouKnowIGotSoul R&B Podcast Episode #49 Apr 24, 2017

0:57: New album releases
4:50: Chris Brown announces new album and documentary
9:19: Usher's new haircut
13:22: The savior of R&B was supposed to arrive in 2012
27:15: Top 10 Best Male R&B vocalists today
47:50: R&B Hall Of Fame nominations: SWV and Musiq Soulchild
1:01:35: Food discussion
We caught a lot of heat for our last podcast when we ranked the top female vocalists in the game and we're sure this episode will have very similar results! We start off the podcast talking about some of the new albums that came out last week including Avery*Sunshine, PJ Morton and Eric Roberson. Afterwards we talk about the upcoming release of Chris Brown's album "Heartbreak On A Full Moon" as well as the documentary "Welcome To My Life". We discuss Chris Brown's career and why he feels the need to put out a movie in theaters.
It's not a podcast unless we talk about Usher and he makes it easy for us this week as he dyed his hair recently. This leads to a deeper discussion on whether he can still be the savior of R&B. We rewind the clock back to 2012 when he released "Climax" which we thought would impact R&B in the way that Kendrick Lamar has for Hip Hop. We also talk about some younger artists who we thought could help shift the genre such as Miguel and Luke James.
Our special topic for this week is some of our favorite male R&B vocalists in the game. Our discussion was sparked by Edd’s list that he published on his website, so we give our thoughts on it and also add some names to it. Some artists that we talked about include Brian McKnight, Joe and Craig David. We also get into more of our hall of fame discussion and nominate SWV and Musiq Soulchild for this wee.
For our food discussion, we talk about various things including McDonald sauces and the new Starbucks unicorn drink.

Top 10 Best Female R&B Vocalists Today – YouKnowIGotSoul R&B Podcast Episode #48 Apr 17, 2017

4:00: Podcast journey
5:32: TLC’s new single “Way Back”
10:55: Sisqo’s remake of the “Thong Song” aka the “LeBron song”
13:05: Mariah Carey’s joint venture deal with Epic
16:00: LeToya Luckett announces new album coming soon
19:35: Ranking the top 10 Best Female R&B Vocalists today
45:50: Whatever happened to Zhane?
48:12: Ashanti comments from readers on last podcast
51:50: R&B Hall Of Fame nominations: Lil’ Mo and Toni Braxton
1:03:45: Food discussion
Our last podcast was our most successful episode yet, so we had to bring our A game with this podcast. With all the Ashanti hate that came in last week, Kyle had to come through and defend her. We start off the podcast by talking about TLC’s new single “Way Back” and our thoughts on the throwback sound that they brought to the table. We also talk about the impact of Bruno Mars’ latest album now that it has been out for a few months. We also touch on some of the R&B songs that have turned into memes on the internet including Next’s “Too Close” and now Sisqo’s “Thong Song”.
Afterwards we talk about upcoming projects from Mariah Carey and LeToya. It was recently announced that Mariah has signed a joint venture with Epic and she will also be launching her own label. We give our thoughts on what kind of artists she could be looking to sign. We also discuss LeToya’s hiatus from music and her return with the new album.
Our special topic for this week is some of our favorite female R&B vocalists in the game. Our discussion was sparked by Edd’s list that he published on his website, so we give our thoughts on it and also add some names to it. Some artists that we talked about include Tamia, Brandy, Ciara, Jazmine Sullivan and Faith Evans.
For our milk carton edition, we talk about the R&B group duo Zhane and try to figure out where they are right now. We also get into more of our hall of fame discussion and nominate Lil’ Mo and Toni Braxton. The conversation about Toni Braxton sparks up another debate about Ashanti. For our food discussion this week, we talk about our favorite cakes.
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Preparing The Funeral Arrangements for R&B – YouKnowIGotSoul R&B Podcast Episode #47 Apr 09, 2017

0:55: TLC needs your help with the title for new album
2:40: New albums from Mack Wilds and Adrian Marcel
11:24: The appeal of stealing being Mr. Steal Your Girl
13:51: Tyrese's comments about Usher's trendy music
20:50: The similarities between the TV show Empire and R Kelly's "Trapped In The Closet"
24:00: Funeral for dying genre of R&B
37:55: R&B Hall Of Fame nominations: Jodeci and Ashanti
52:05: Food discussion

We received a lot of comments for our last podcast episode, so we felt it was necessary to come back as soon as possible to give you guys another one! We start off the podcast talking about TLC. In previous episodes, we've discussed their kick starter for the upcoming, the new single with Snoop Dogg and now they're asking the fans to help them with the title of the project. We also talk about the release of some new projects such as Mack Wilds' "AfterHours" and Adrian Marcel's "GMFU". We discuss whether Mack Wilds will be in our top 10 songs of the year for the third consecutive time.
Afterwards we talk about the concept of stealing another person's girlfriend with the release of Trey Songz's latest album as well as the title of a song on Mack Wilds' new album. Then we talk about a comment Tyrese made about Usher on a radio interview where he mentioned that "Confessions" was more grown and mature than the last album "Hard II Love". We discuss the validity of that statement and if Tyrese makes a good point.
We also talk about some upcoming projects that we can be expecting such as Justin Timberlake and Sam Smith. Both artists have been in the studio with Timbaland. We also talk about the long wait for Empire actor Jussie Smollett's debut album and wonder why it hasn't been released yet. We also discuss whether we think "Trapped In The Closet" is an R&B classic.
For our main discussion, we talk about the fact that R&B is pretty much dead. We debate whether the genre can ever recover from the damage. Afterwards we discuss a couple of potential inductions into the R&B hall of fame. This week we talk about Jodeci as well as Ashanti. In our food discussion we talk about what an appropriate dish to bring to a house party is and whether we should be allowed to grab our food item back if it hasn't been touched.

Someone Needs To Tell Mary J. Blige To Hit Us Up – YouKnowIGotSoul R&B Podcast Episode #46 Apr 03, 2017

1:07: New music from Leela James, Daley, Jill Scott, La’Porsha Renae and more
6:00: Mary J. Blige collaboration with Kanye West
12:35: Impact of LSG compared to TGT
18:00: Discussing each Mary J. Blige album
35:14: Edd addresses the podcast haters
39:55: R&B Hall Of Fame nominations: Brian McKnight and Deborah Cox
48:12: Whatever happened to Tony Rich?
50:40: Food discussion

Major League Baseball is back soon and guess what? We are back as well! We start off the podcast talking about some of the new releases in R&B this week including the release of Leela James’ new album “Did It For Love” as well as La’Porsha Renae’s “Already All Ready”. We also talk about Daley’s new duet with Jill Scott which is an early contender for song of the year. We also talk about the impact of LSG and if they were hyped as much as TGT.

Afterwards we talk about Mary J. Blige’s new collaboration with Kanye West on the song “Love Yourself”. We discuss the marketing for the upcoming album “Strength Of A Woman” and our expectations for it. Then we discuss Mary J. Blige’s discography and try to decide to which CDs we would call a classic.

We get into the R&B hall of fame and determine whether Brian McKnight and Deborah Cox belong in it. For the Milk carton edition, we discuss the career of Tony Rich. As for the food discussion, we discuss what is an appropriate time for people to be drinking soda in the morning.

Lots to talk about in this week’s R&B. Check us out!

Introducing The R&B Hall Of Fame – YouKnowIGotSoul R&B Podcast Episode #45 Mar 27, 2017

1:55: Tom apologizes to TLC once again
3:25: Thoughts on Trey Songz’s new album “Tremaine”
7:43: Tamar Braxton’s new deal with eOne
13:21: Is Keith Sweat the sexiest man alive?
15:00: Adina Howard is coming back with new music
17:37: Whatever happened to Sam Salter?
19:40: The R&B Hall of Fame (D’Angelo, Trey Songz, Keith Sweat, Alicia Keys, Tyrese, Aaliyah, Dru Hill and Erykah Badu)
47:35: Food discussion

We are back with a brand new podcast! We start off the show like the last few as Tom has to apologize to TLC one more time. Not too long ago, Tom talked about how much he disliked Ed Sheeran’s new single but we just found out that he borrowed the melody from TLC’s “No Scrubs”. Afterwards we talk about Trey Songz’s new album and give our thoughts on “Tremaine”. We also talk about his place in R&B right now and predict his album sales first week.

We then talk about Tamar Braxton’s deal with eOne. She left Epic not too long ago and now has signed a million dollar deal with the indie label eOne. We also talk about some other comebacks from the likes of Cherish and Adina Howard. We also discuss a flyer we saw for an upcoming Keith Sweat event and the promoter put on there that Keith was the sexiest man alive.

For our milk carton feature, we talk about Sam Salter and try to figure out where’s he gone. Then we talk about our new segment which is the R&B Hall Of Fame. We list out some artists that we think belong on the R&B hall of fame and we discuss why they should or shouldn’t be on there. Some artists on there include Aaliyah, Dru Hill and Trey Songz. Lastly we get into our food discussion where we talk about the sauces at McDonalds and how you can now get them in the grocery stores.

March Madness: 112 vs Jagged Edge vs Dru Hill vs Next – YouKnowIGotSoul R&B Podcast Episode #44 Mar 20, 2017

0:15: TLC's "I Love The 90s Tour" with Montell Jordan and Naughty By Nature
4:50: Patti LaBelle announces new album
6:04: Patti pies and cobblers
7:25: Weird time in Trey Songz career
12:05: Review on Kevin Ross' debut CD "The Awakening"
17:15: 112 vs Jagged Edge vs Dru Hill vs Next
32:02: Top vocalist for male and female R&B groups
35:06: Whatever happened to Gina Thompson?
43:45: Food discussion
53:40: Songs that made us feel old
YouKnowIGotSoul is back with another podcast and for the second week straight, Tom is apologizing to the TLC fans for something! The group announced that they'll be hitting the road this summer for their "I Love The 90s Tour" and this all happened shortly after we commented on how the group hasn't toured in forever. We talk about the impact of these nostalgia tours and if they're dangerous for an artist.
We also talk about some new R&B albums that are due out later this year including Trey Songz, Kevin Ross and Patti LaBelle. We discuss different marketing ideas that Patti can incorporate into her new album such as her Patti pies. We talk about the state of Trey Songz's career and where he fits in today's R&B world with the addition of all the trap music that's going on. Kyle gives a quick review on Kevin Ross' debut album and calls out every other R&B media outlet for not covering him even though "Long Song Away" is one of the top songs on the Urban AC chats right now.
Afterwards we debate a topic that's been talked about for over 20 years now and that's of course the 112 vs Jagged Edge vs Dru Hill vs Next battle. We take turns ranking into group's discography to see where their music lands on our lists. We each have different opinions on their projects but we can all conclude that every group had some real classics. We then talk about Gina Thompson and try to figure out what she's up to these days. We finish the podcast by talking about french fries and try to figure out which fast food chain has the best ones. Somehow McDonalds is not number one but you'll have to listen to see who ends up winning.

Hip Hop Needs To Leave RnB Alone – YouKnowIGotSoul R&B Podcast Episode #43 Mar 13, 2017

0:26: Reflecting on Notorious B.I.G. –
2:45: Faith Evans’ duet album “King and I”
4:52: Could Joe be replacing Ginuwine for TGT?
8:03: The quiet promotion for Trey Songz’s upcoming album “Tremaine”
13:31: La’Porsha Renae controversial comments
15:55: Apology to TLC fans
26:02: Whatever happened to Jesse Powell?
28:52: 2006 was the last great year for both R&B and Hip Hop
33:26: Hip Hop needs to leave R&B alone
41:10: What artists killed R&B?
46:45: Album title challenge
49:55: Food discussion

YouKnowIGotSoul is back with another podcast after a week of listening to Biggie Smalls. We start off the podcast reminiscing on the greatness of Biggie as well as his legendary verse on 112’s song “Only You”. We also talk about Faith Evans’ upcoming album titled “King and I” and our expectations for the album. Afterwards we talk about Tyrese’s recent actions including his upcoming rap album as well his comments on Joe’s instagram page. We theorize on whether Tyrese is approaching Joe with the idea of joining the supergroup that was once known as TGT.

We then talk about some of the upcoming R&B releases such as Trey Songz’s upcoming album “Tremaine”. We talk about how there hasn’t been a lot of promo for the album aside from the music videos. There is no Trey Songz single at radio right now, so we discuss what his plans are for releasing the album. We also talk about Motown’s La’Porsha Renae controversial comments about homosexuality and whether this will end up being promo for her upcoming album “All Ready Already”.

Afterwards Tom apologies to the TLC fans for misinforming everyone about the kickstarter that the group had for their upcoming album. It turns out that the group has been updating everyone who contributed to the kickstarter. Afterwards we try to figure out where 90’s R&B artist Jesse Powell has disappeared to. Edd takes it back to 2006 as he lists some of the best projects that came out that year and explains why that time was so great for R&B and Hip HOp. Kyle brings up some artists that may have contributed to the downfall of R&B and we talk about who we feel is responsible for the music on the radio today.

The food discussion this week is the fake chicken at Subway as well as the new home delivery service by McDonalds.

Tales Of An Emerging Artist - YouKnowIGotSoul R&B Podcast Episode #42 (Special Guest Gaetano) Mar 08, 2017

2:40: Ashanti vs Tamia on the Fabolous hit "Into You"
6:00: Xscape's return to music
11:15: TLC's upcoming album
16:35: R&B Trivia
19:44: Discussing Billboard's article about Chris Brown
22:30: Gaetano shares experience at "The Making Of The Band"
29:11: Story about meetings with label executives
41:25: Food discussion
The podcast team is back to bring you another episode about R&B! This week we are joined by our good friend and emerging artist Gaetano. Most recently he got a placement on the Fat Joe and Remy Ma album "Plata O Plomo" so it was the perfect time to bring him back to our podcast.
We start off the podcast debating whether the Ashanti version of Fabolous' 2003 hit "Into You" was better than Tamia's. Afterwards we discuss the challenges that an artist from the 2000's would have if they were to release music in today's music industry. Then we talk about the breaking news about the return of the R&B group Xscape. The group which consists of Kandi, Tiny, Tamika and LaTocha will be making new music in the near future, so we discussed the importance of them as a group and whether they needed their mentor Jermaine Dupri in order for this comeback to be successful.
We also talk about the upcoming TLC album. The group put together a kickstarter more than two years ago and raised more than $400,000 to create a new album, but nothing came out of that until now. They've announced they will be releasing an album sometime this summer. As usual, we ask Edd about his thoughts about Chris Brown's recent problems. Billboard put together an article recently discussing his alleged drug issues, so we weigh in on everything.
Lastly, Gaetano shares his experiences in the music industry. If you remember from our last episode, we've had a lot of challenges dealing with unprofessional-ism in the industry and it turns out up and coming artists like Gaetano go through the same thing as well. He discusses what happened at label meetings he was a part of and how it all fell through the crackers.
The food discussion for this week is about cake! We all love cake.

The Music Industry Almost Destroyed Us At The Start - YouKnowIGotSoul R&B Podcast Episode #41 Feb 26, 2017

0:48: New Charlie Wilson album
3:10: Lionel Richie’s tour with Mariah Carey postponed
3:50: New Glenn Lewis project with DJ Jazzy Jeff
6:32: Mary J. Blige’s new single
11:22: Tank’s concert setlist
13:00: 112’s comeback
16:55: Soulquarius R&B festival
22:00: Music industry stories with YouKnowIGotSoul
39:05: Thoughts on Grammy awards for R&B categories
44:40: Food discussion

We are back with another podcast! With Edd too busy covering the Nicki Minaj/Remy Ma beef, Kyle and Tom take over to discuss the latest in R&B this week. We start off by talking about Charlie Wilson’s latest album “In it To Win It” which ended up selling around 50k first week. We talk about the longevity of Uncle Charlie and how he’s been able to continually tour at his current age. We also talk about his marketing strategy to integrate his album sales into his concert tickets. Afterwards we talk about Glenn Lewis’ new project “Chasing Goosebumps” with DJ Jazzy Jeff. We discuss Jazzy Jeff’s influence on R&B as well as Glenn Lewis’ hiatus since the release of his last album.

Later on we talk about the release of Mary J. Blige’s new single “U + Me (Love Lesson)”. We discuss the impact that song will have on radio and whether it will match the success of her current single “Thick Of It”. We then talk about 112’s upcoming project. They are now signed to a label so expect some new music from them later this year.

Afterwards we talk about some of our experiences dealing with people in the music industry. Not all of them have been positive, but it’s fun to look back at them in retrospect and laugh about some of the stories. There have been numerous times where we had to wait a long time for interviews. We also look at moments where interviews were cancelled the very last minute. Afterwards, we run through the Grammy awards to give our thoughts on the winners as well as the Grammy committee.

For our food discussion, we talk about Chinese food and the concept of that type of cuisine in the hood. We try to find out why there is a need for bullet proof windows in those areas. This is a podcast you don’t want to miss!

For Some Reason Keyshia Cole Hates Us - YouKnowIGotSoul R&B Podcast Episode #40 Feb 17, 2017

0:37: Singers who can’t actually sing
10:25: 90’s R&B groups that don’t get enough love
13:35: Keyshia Cole’s new project
18:56: Keyshia Cole blocked us on Twitter?
20:50: Veterans incorporating trap music in their songs
25:08: Trey Songz new dating TV show on VH1
31:12: Ranking Mariah Carey’s discography
54:55: Success of the New Edition biopic
1:01:15: Food discussion

Tom is away for this episode, but Edd is back to give you the real. We start off the podcast by discussing a list we found online that talked about singers that can’t actually sing. Some of the artists on the list included Alicia Keys, John Legend and Edd’s favorite artist Keith Sweat. We also discuss why some of these artists don’t deserve to be on the list. Afterwards we talk about 90’s R&B groups and why it’s hard to show everyone love on their podcast. We’ve heard some complaints that we don’t talk enough about groups like H-Town, but there’s only so much that we can talk about in an hour each week.

We also talk about Keyshia Cole’s new single “You” featuring French Montana and Remy Ma. We talk about the expectations that we have for her upcoming project after the disappointment that was her last release “Point of No Return”. Kyle brings up that Keyshia Cole randomly blocked us on Twitter, so we try to figure out what we did.

Afterwards we talk about the reunion of 112. On their Instagram page, they previewed a song that sounded like trap music so Edd goes on a rant about veterans trying to record with the trap sound. We talk about Missy Elliott’s new single “I’m Better” and why having the Migos on the song wouldn’t be a good idea.

We take some time to rank Mariah Carey’s discography from worst to best. Edd actually wrote a whole post about her discography, so we give you the condensed version on the site. From albums like “Glitter” to “Music Box”, we highlight the best and weak parts of each album. You’ll have to find out for yourself where we rank each album.

For the food discussion, we talk about all day McDonalds breakfast and how it’s finally becoming a thing in Canada.

Following The Trends in R&B Music - YouKnowIGotSoul R&B Podcast Episode #39 Feb 08, 2017

2:25: New Mariah Carey single “I Don’t”
4:46: Legends trying to cater to a younger generation
6:06: Incorporating current Hip Hop/Trap artists into R&B songs
9:24: Mariah Carey and Mary J. Blige on Urban AC format today
14:20: Evolution vs trends
16:11: Timbaland’s contribution to the genre
22:25: The emergence of Trap music in R&B
24:00: New Edition biopic on BET
25:35: Bell Biv DeVoe’s latest album “Three Stripes”
27:09: Musiq Soulchild’s latest single “Simple Things” and label situation
32:12: The emergence of new artist Kevin Ross and his single “Long Song Away”
34:45: Food discussion

There’s nothing better to talk about than old and new R&B music with the YouKnowIGotSoul team. We start off the podcast talking about the new Mariah Carey single “I Don’t” which samples Donell Jones’ classic song “Where I Wanna Be”. Afterwards we talk about artists such as Mariah Carey, Usher (“No Limit”) and Mary J. Blige (“Thick Of It”) who have attempted to adapt to the music today. The purpose is to cater to the younger generation, so we discuss whether it’s necessary for legends to even do that.

Speaking of adapting to the music industry, we talk about the key differences between a trend in music versus the genre evolving. We view New Jack Swing as a trend (a very good one) based on its short longevity. We also dissect Timbaland’s contributions in R&B to see if his sound would be considered a trend or not. Lastly we talk about the inclusion of Hip Hop into R&B and how that has affected the genre as evidenced by the influx of trap music on the radio right now.

We also discuss some new music that has come out from the likes of Bell Biv Devoe (“Three Stripes” album), Musiq Soulchild(“Simple Things”) and Omarion. We also talk about an album that we are looking forward to this year which is Kevin Ross’ debut “The Awakening”. The project is set to come out on Motown Records in March.

If The Love Isn't Like 90's R&B, We Don't Want It – YouKnowIGotSoul R&B Podcast Episode #38 Jan 22, 2017

1:13: People missing 90's R&B
3:45: The art of slow jams
8:21: The legacy of TLC and their upcoming album
13:10: Transition from the 90's to the 2000's
15:35: The lack of 90's influence in today's music
18:13: Ten albums that impacted our teenage life and are they all classics?
37:00: Chrisette Michele's performance at President Trump's inauguration and the backlash
44:00: Food discussion
We are back with another podcast! The other week Twitter was going crazy about 90's R&B and it proved to everyone that there will be another era like that in music. We talk about the impact of 90's R&B and what we miss about that time. We highlight some of our favorite albums which include Avant, Usher, Mario and Donell Jones. We also talk about the legacy of TLC and what their plans on in the near future. We bring up Chrisette Michele and what the performance at President Trump's inauguration means for her career. Lastly we talk about Chicken Nuggets and try to determine which fast food restaurant makes the best ones.

R&B Has Some Big Problems In 2017 – YouKnowIGotSoul R&B Podcast Episode #37 Jan 07, 2017

1:06: Mariah Carey lipsync fiasco
5:47: Mariah's upcoming tour with Lionel Richie
8:02: The return of Trey Songz braids
14:45: Chris Brown's boxing match with Soulja Boy
19:25: Chris Brown's decline as an artist
32:25: Social media's effect on R&B
45:32: New R&B releases in 2017
49:40: Pharrell's image now versus 10 years ago
52:00: Food discussion

Happy new years to everyone! We are back with a new podcast for you. First off, rest in peace to the legendary George Michael. We start off the podcast talking about Mariah Carey's NYE fiasco and the impacts that it'll have on her career. We also talk about her upcoming tour with Lionel Richie. We also talk about Trey Songz' latest incident as well as the return of his braids. We discuss his hairstyle and how that will coincide with his upcoming album "Tremaine" which is set to come out later this year. We chat about the Chris Brown/Souja Boy foolery going on and what that means for R&B and Hip Hop. We also discuss Chris Brown's inability to stay out of trouble and how much it is hurting his career. Lastly we talk about the effect that social media has on the genre of R&B as people are skimming songs nowadays.

The Best R&B Albums of 2016 – YouKnowIGotSoul R&B Podcast Episode #36 Dec 14, 2016

We’re at the end of the year, so it’s time to talk about some of our favorite R&B albums of 2016. Edd lists some of his favorite albums including Beyonce, Bruno Mars and Maxwell. Kyle and Tom also list out some of their favorite albums on YouKnowIGotSoul which includes the likes of Tweet, Monica and Musiq Soulchild. We also talk about some of the albums we were disappointed in this year including Fantasia, Usher and Alicia Keys. We also talk some more about Mya’s Grammy nomination for her album “Smoove Jones”. Lastly we talk about some of our Neptunes produced R&B records including Kelis’ “Caught Out There”.

2016 R&B Was Not Grammy Worthy – YouKnowIGotSoul R&B Podcast Episode #35 Dec 11, 2016

The Grammy nominations just came out yesterday, so we take some time to look at each category. We also point out some of the biggest snubs in the R&B category including Tweet and Monica. We also look into the process of getting nominated at the Grammy’s. We also talk R&B in 2016 and voice our displeasure with it as this might be the worst year in terms of quality of R&B. We also look forward to some new projects including Lloyd’s EP “Tru” as well as upcoming albums by Sevyn Streeter and Mary J. Blige.

Can Bruno Mars save R&B? – YouKnowIGotSoul R&B Podcast Episode #34 Nov 21, 2016

We are back with a brand new episode of our R&B podcast to give you the real on Bruno Mars' new album "24K Magic" which just came out Friday. The project has a very heavy early 90's vibe to it, so we try to figure out if it will bring back R&B to the radio. We also discuss the longevity of new albums these days. Our guest Lachele claims that most people only listen to new albums for about a month before they go back to the old stuff.
We also rank our top 5 male and female vocalists. Artists such as Eric Benet, Brian McKnight, Faith Evans and Kelly Price appear to be names that top everyone's list.

The Death of the R&B Group – YouKnowIGotSoul R&B Podcast Episode #33 (Special Guest Digital Black of Playa) Nov 14, 2016

We're back with another podcast. It's been a minute since we had a special guest, so we decided to reach out to Digital Black of the R&B group Playa. If you don't remember them, they had the hit single "Cheers 2U" and they also wrote songs for the likes of Aaliyah, Ginuwine and Nicole Wray. We started off the podcast by talking about Da Bassment and all of the artists that came from that camp. We also talk about Timbaland's impact on R&B and whether it had a negative impact on the genre.
We also talk about some of the R&B artists who have gotten forgotten like Tevin Campbell and Al B. Sure. We discuss whether the impact of Jodeci and Mary J. Blige had a part in a lot of the New Jack Swing artists fading away. We talk the lack of R&B groups and slow jams in today's industry. We also talk about Joe's new album and whether it passed the YouKnowIGotSoul review.
For the food discussion, we discuss fried chicken and whether KFC is at the the top of anyone's list. Being that Digital Black is from Kentucky, you would expect him to say yes but stay tuned.

The Greatness and Inconsistency of Alicia Keys – YouKnowIGotSoul R&B Podcast Episode #32 Nov 07, 2016

Alicia Keys' new album "Here" is finally out and as always, we're here to give you the real on the album. We talk about the promotion behind the album, the omission of the lead single "In Common" and the disappointing first week sales. The album is projected to sell 33-38k which is a huge drop off from her last album. We also try to figure out how Solange has managed to sell more than the 2000's superstars Alicia Keys and Usher.
We also talk about Tinashe's new mixtape "Nightride" and her journey being on RCA records since signing with them a few years back. We've seen her going in a lot of different directions so we try to figure out what the best lane for is right now. Afterwards we talk about some of the new R&B releases that have come out this year including the chart topping single "Thick Of It" by Mary J. Blige and the new Bruno Mars joint "Versace On The Floor" which sounds like it's straight from 1991. We also briefly debate whether Bruno Mars could possible bring R&B back.

End Of An Era With Joe Thomas' Potential Retirement – YouKnowIGotSoul R&B Podcast Episode #31 Oct 29, 2016

YouKnowIGotSoul is back to bring you the latest in R&B. We start off the podcast by talking about Joe’s potential retirement. He mentioned to us in an interview that his upcoming album “My Name Is Joe Thomas” may be his last because of low album sales across the board for R&B. We also talk about Alicia Keys’ upcoming album “Here” which is set to come out next week. The release is a surprise to us as there hasn’t been any buzz for the album. We then get into our discussion about Usher and his decision to release “No Limit”.

We also talk about some recent R&B releases such as Solange’s surprise album, Bobby V’s movie soundtrack, Eric Benet project as well as After 7’s return to the industry. One song we highlighted on the After 7 album is “Runnin’ Out”. We touch on some other news going on in R&B right now such as the 112 comeback and Sevyn Streeter’s recent national anthem incident at the Philadelphia 76ers game.

Finally we talk about some of our favorite Halloween candies as well as the ones that we hate. Pink starbursts all the way.

Should We Be Concerned About Usher's Album Sales? – YouKnowIGotSoul R&B Podcast Episode #30 Sep 19, 2016

It’s finally that time. Usher has released his new album “Hard II Love” and we give you the real on the album. Do yourself a favor and check out our review on the album and then give the podcast a listen to digest our disappointment with the album. Along with our special guest and part time contributor Zeplyn, We talk about the overall project as well as the impact that the album has on Usher’s legacy. Afterwards we talk about the low first week sales of the albums and try to figure out contributing factors.

We also talk about some of the new releases that have come out this month including AZ Yet, Dave Hollister and the very mysterious project by RCA recording artist H.E.R. She is an artist that popped of nowhere and managed to hit #1 on the R&B iTunes charts through word of mouth from various artists such as Tyrese and Alicia Keys. We take the time to talk about the marketing strategy behind the project as well as the long term effects.

This is a podcast you don’t want to miss!

Should Usher Release His New Album On Tidal? - YouKnowIGotSoul R&B Podcast Episode #29 Aug 14, 2016

It’s been quite some time since the last podcast, but we’re finally back to talk about new music and new albums in R&B. We start off the podcast talking about the new singles from Tinashe (“Superlove”) and Sevyn Streeter (“Prolly”). We discuss the younger generation of R&B fans the pressure that they face when competing with Hip Hop artists on the radio. BJ The Chicago Kid is an artist who has managed to make it work, so we look at his situation to see how he’s been able to survive in today’s R&B scene.

We talk about some of the latest R&B releases including CDs from Fantasia (“The Definition Of…”), Chrisette Michele (“Milestone”), Maxwell (“blackSUMMERS’night”), Anthony Hamilton (“What I’m Feelin”). We’ve seen some solid releases this year, but we talk about how it’s been disappointing that none of the releases have been great.

Usher will be dropping his new album “Flawed” later this year, so we talk about whether it’ll make sense for him to release the album via Tidal. Other superstars like Kanye West, Beyonce and Rihanna have gone that route, but it might not be the best idea for Usher. Afterwards we talk about Usher’s fanbase and discuss whether his fanbase from the “Confessions” album is still there.

Lastly we talk about some new music that we can be expecting soon including Jon B who is now signed to Warryn Campbell’s label My Block as well as the R&B group AZ Yet who have reunited.

Is Beyonce Stan Culture Hurting R&B? - YouKnowIGotSoul R&B Podcast Episode #28 May 17, 2016

The three most dangerous men in R&B are back with another podcast. We’ve been gone for a good minute, but we’re back to talk about all things in R&B. We start off the podcast talking about Beyonce’s “Lemonade” album and get into a discussion about the stan culture. We look at the damaging effects that cyber bullying has on the world of R&B. Kyle and Tom reflect on the origins of stan which actually from the message boards a decade ago. As for Beyonce’s new album, we rank her discography from best to worst.

We talk about some new music that come out including Mario’s new single “I Need More”. The single features a new sound for Mario, so we debate whether it’s the right move for his career. We also talk about Lloyd’s comeback to R&B with his new single “Tru” and his commitment to bettering himself as he just completed his GED recently. We look into his discography and compare it to Bobby V’s, so you’ll have to listen to see which one we think is better.

A couple of new albums we preview on this podcast are Keith Sweat’s “Dress To Impress”, Slim of 112’s “Refueled” and Ro James’ “Eldorado”. Finally we wrap up the podcast by talking about Musiq Soulchild’s latest release “Life On Earth” .

A lot for us to catch up on in R&B, so you don’t want to miss this episode of the podcast!

YouKnowIGotSoul R&B Podcast #27 - 03/23/2016 (Special Guest Gaetano) Mar 24, 2016

Our friend Gaetano is back with us on this episode of the podcast. We start off by talking about T-Pain’s run with autotune and how that’s backfired on him in recent years. We can all agree that he’s actually talented vocally, but relying on a gimmick made it hard for him to sustain longevity. We then talk about some of the new R&B albums that have come out recently including Jaheim’s latest project “Struggle Love”. Edd and Gaetano agree that it was a solid project, but it could have used some work on the track sequencing.

This upcoming Friday we have Anthony Hamilton’s new album “What I’m Feelin” as well as K. Michelle’s new album “More Issues Than Vogue”. Another album we’re excited about is Musiq Soulchild’s album “Life On Earth”. We’ve been impressed with both of his singles “I Do” and “Heart Away” so we’re expecting big things from him.

We talk about Tank‘s latest album “Sex, Love & Pain 2” album and Gaetano (who by the way is a huge Tank fan) is disappointed with the direction of the album when we compare it to the original “Sex, Love & Pain” but he understands why Tank went in a new direction. Another album that’s coming up in the coming weeks is Slim of 112’s solo album. We debate on whether we need another 112 album seeing as it’s been more than decade since “Pleasure & Pain”. Lastly Gaetano brings up Mario and asks if he’s capable of making a comeback. Tom brings up the article we did on the 2000’s R&B singers and how it’s been a challenge for them to maintain relevancy in this new era of R&B. One of the ways that they’re trying to keep their buzz up is going on together like J. Holiday, Pleasure P and Bobby V are.

YouKnowIGotSoul R&B Podcast #26 - 03/14/2016 (Special Guest Mike Hamilton of Atlantic Records) Mar 15, 2016

YouKnowIGotSoul is back with a brand new R&B podcast. On this episode, we have Mike Hamilton of Atlantic Records as a special guest. We've had an opportunity to bring in various people in the industry from artists to producers so that everyone gets to see R&B from different angles, so it was interesting to see the perspective of R&B from someone at a major record label.
In this episode, we talk about some of the exciting projects that are being released from Atlantic Records including K. Michelle's "More Issues Than Vogue" and Sevyn Streeter. Mike also talks about some of the artists he's most excited about right now like Jill Scott, Tank and Trevor Jackson.
Barry also talks about the state of R&B right now and the trends that he's seeing with the sound. He points out that melodies have become the focus in music as opposed to singing which would explain why we are hearing so many hits by artists who aren't as talented vocally. Kyle talks about the key to sustaining the singing which is to fuse the current trends in Hip Hop right now with the more traditional sound and Mike points out Tank's new album as a perfect example of that.
Tom makes a bold statement and says that R&B will not return to the point where vocals are at the forefront anymore. Barry make the case that it just takes a special artist like Leon Bridges to turn things around and change the music industry, but Tom points out that people don't consume music the same way that they did before so R&B gets lost in the shuffle because no one has the attention span for that type of music anymore.
Lastly we talk about some of the new albums that's coming out including Silk's "Quiet Storm" and Jaheim's "Struggle Love". We make predictions on first week sales which we also agree isn't a good indicator on success anymore because so many people stream these days.

YouKnowIGotSoul R&B Podcast #25 - 02/28/2016 Feb 29, 2016

YouKnowIGotSoul is finally back with a brand new podcast. We used some cool technology this time around, but it came with some minor technical difficulties (which will be fixed in future episodes!!) In the future, you will have the opportunity to not only see the YouKnowIGotSoul team on camera, but you'll also have the chance to participate live on our podcast. More details on that to follow in the future but in the meantime...
In this episode of the podcast, we talk about some of the latest releases in R&B including Tweet's new album "Charlene". The album is actually the first official release from Tweet since her "It's Me Again" which came out in 2005. "Charlene" is led by the single "Magic".
We also talk about Mya's new album "Smoove Jones" which quietly came out last week. Mya hasn't put out an official album in a minute, but she's back with a new project that she funded by herself. We also talk about Brian McKnight's new album "Better" and look at his current status in the industry today compared to someone like Joe who came out around the same time as him.
The Urban AC charts is also discussed on this podcast. We make some points about the unusual appearances on the charts including artists like Adele, The Weeknd and Drake. Lastly we talk about some of the best songs to listen to when someone has broken up with you in a relationship. Edd believes Keith Sweat is the way to go, Tom believes it's all about Mobb Deep and Kyle is rolling with Mariah Carey.

YouKnowIGotSoul R&B Podcast #24 - 02/05/2016 Feb 06, 2016

YouKnowIGotSoul is back with another podcast right before Valentine's day. This time it's the usual crew (Edd, Kyle and Tom) talking about some of the new R&B releases that happened last week.

We begin the podcast talking about the return of Musiq Soulchild. For the last two years, he has been focusing on recording music under his alter egos The Husel and Purple Wondaluv, but he's finally back as Musiq Soulchild with his new single "I Do". After that, we talk about the death of mainstream R&B and we try to figure out who is to blame for killing the genre. Is it the artist, consumer or label? That leads to deeper questions like whether we consider Bryson Tiller an R&B artist?

We also talk about KING's new album "We Are King" which Edd almost called a 5 star album. The album ended up being a 4.5 in his books, but that's a major accomplishment for anyone. We also talk about the upcoming albums for SWV, Tweet and K. Michelle. All three are expected to put out new albums relatively soon so we discuss the expectations that we have for each of them. We highlight K. Michelle's new single "Not A Little Bit" in this podcast as we're all big fans of the record.

We finish off the podcast with a food discussion. We try to find out what the weirdest food each person has had. We also talk about Valentine's day and Edd gives everyone some tips on things that will impress your significant other.

YouKnowIGotSoul R&B Podcast #23 - 01/26/2016 Jan 26, 2016

The first YouKnowIGotSoul podcast of the new year is here. We are joined by our special guest Richard Johnson of Soul Factory NYC to talk about R&B. We start off the podcast talking about some new album releases including Tank's new project "Sex, Love & Pain II”. We talk about the new Hip Hop elements that Tank brought to the new album and compared it to the original “Sex, Love & Pain”. We also talked about Monica’s new album “Code Red” which we all agreed was a very solid project. We also discussed Brandy’s new single “Beggin and Pleadin” and her move from major to indie. We brought up the Brandy article that we featured last week and talked about the state of Brandy’s career and what direction she needs to go into for her next album. Of course we couldn’t do a podcast without talking about Edd’s favorite artist Keith Sweat, so we discussed his new collaboration with Chris Brown. We also talk about the mini Instagram debate that we had with Pleasure P about the last generation's group of young R&B singers. We finished the podcast talking about Toni Braxton’s biopic that just aired on Lifetime.

YouKnowIGotSoul R&B Podcast #22 - 12/14/2015 Dec 15, 2015

It's almost the end of the year so we talk about some of the best R&B songs that were released in 2015. We discuss our upcoming year-end countdown and our crtieria for the list. Is it about chart performance or quality? Tom and Kyle also talk about the Soul Train awards and the reception that it got. Babyface just dropped his latest album "Return of the Tender Lover" so we talk about his legacy and the album itself. Lastly we talk about Tank's new partnership with Atlantic Records. He has his own label R&B Money so we talk about potential artists that he can sign.

YouKnowIGotSoul R&B Podcast #21 - 11/18/2015 (Special Guest Ivan Barias) Nov 19, 2015

Ivan Barias is the special guest for this week's edition of the podcast. You may know him as one half of the prodution duo Carvin & Ivan. Together they've played a huge part in introducing the world to Neo Soul music. With a catalog that includes Musiq Soul and Jill Scott, you know this will be an informative podcast. We talk about Musiq Soulchild's career, Jill Scott's legacy and Ivan drops some gems about Faith Evans "Faithfully" album. We also talk about the NBA and who the Michael Jordan of R&B is.

YouKnowIGotSoul R&B Podcast #20 - 11/07/2015 Nov 08, 2015

We're finally back with another episode of the R&B Podcast to discuss new music. We talk about upcoming albums for Monica and Tank. We also talk about John Michael's new project. We get into the YKIGS vault and talk stories about the Napster days.

YouKnowIGotSoul R&B Podcast #19 - 10/18/2015 (Special Guest Noel Gourdin) Oct 18, 2015

We have R&B artist Noel Gourdin as our special guest for this podcast. The singer is known for his hit single “The River” and his CD that he put out last year “City Heart, Southern Soul“. In this podcast, we talk about the art of R&B duets and what makes them special. We also talk about the integrity of R&B and what we need to do to preserve it. The food discussion for this week: What is your favorite type of pie?

YouKnowIGotSoul R&B Podcast #18 - 10/11/2015 (Special Guest Gaetano) Oct 11, 2015

Our special guest for this episode is Gaetano. He's an up-and-coming artist and also a good friend of ours on the site. We talk about the usual music stuff (Janet Jackson and Tamar's latest releases) and we also give new artists some advice when they're submitting music to the site. Gaetano gives us some insight on his career as an indie artist and some of the barriers that come his way. And the food discussion: What's your favorite Halloween candy?

YouKnowIGotSoul R&B Podcast #17 - 09/24/2015 (Special Guest Bobby V) Sep 25, 2015

Bobby V joins us on this podcast to talk about his favorite group of all time Jodeci! We talk about their legacy and the impact that their latest album has on it. We also touch on Atlanta culture and how it affects R&B with all the turning up that's going on. He gives us an update on his upcoming project. And if you listen to the whole thing, you'll get to find out how Bobby V, Edd, Tom and Kyle like their eggs done.

YouKnowIGotSoul R&B Podcast #16 - 09/13/2015 (Special Guest RL) Sep 13, 2015

RL (formerly of the R&B group Next) joins us on this podcast to talk about the effects of social media on the careers of Justin Bieber and Chris Brown. He brings up the "Why You Always Lying" video that's been floating around Vine. We also discuss if everyone believes Timbaland is the best R&B producer in the post 90's R&B era. We also touch on his upcoming project and the various challenges that come with putting it out. And the food discussion for this week? Find out what RL's childhood sandwich consisted of.

YouKnowIGotSoul R&B Podcast #15 - 09/06/2015 Sep 06, 2015

Readers note: This podcast was actually recorded before Podcast #14 which may explain why some of the topics are the same. In this podcast, we highlight some of the producers and artists who have really supported the website. We share some stories and encounters we've had with artists like RL, Musiq Soulchild and Eric Benet. We also talk about the struggle for artists that came from the 2000's to make an impact on radio these days.

YouKnowIGotSoul R&B Podcast #14 - 08/29/2015 Aug 30, 2015

Is there an R&B artist that you're looking for? This is the "where are they now?" edition. We talk about artists like Maxwell, Keri HIlson, Tevin Campbell and Total. Edd, Tom and Kyle also start their "open mic" segment where they discuss random R&B topics. The one that sticks out on this podcast is "What if Timbaland and Ginuwine continued working together"?

YouKnowIGotSoul R&B Podcast #13 - 08/20/2015 (Special Guest DJ Camper) Aug 21, 2015

YouKnowIGotSoul is joined by Grammy nominated producer DJ Camper for this podcast. We go deep into the R&B world and talk about New Jack Swing. We also talk about the downfall of R&B and try to pin point when mainstream music started struggling. Leave it up to Edd start off a heated debate as him and Camper go head to head about Drake's legendary status in Hip Hop. And who is better? Mary J. Blige or Mariah Carey?

YouKnowIGotSoul R&B Podcast #12 - 08/01/2015 Aug 01, 2015

Kyle and Tom are joined by guests Barry and Sope to talk about the king and queens of adult R&B. We also talk about an article Sope wrote back in 2012 which discussed some of the up and coming artists that would eventually blow up. Those names included Tinashe, Jhene Aiko and Luke James. See which artists are still waiting for their moment to shine and which artists have turned into stars.

YouKnowIGotSoul R&B Podcast #11 - 07/24/2015 Jul 25, 2015

The X-Men team is back! Edd, Kyle and Tom finally come together for a brand new podcast. We talk about Tyrese's new album as well as his numerous rants on social media including white artists vs black artists. Also, what do Keith Sweat, Montell Jordan and Future have in common? Find out by listening to our podcast.

YouKnowIGotSoul R&B Podcast #10 - 07/18/2015 Jul 18, 2015

YouKnowIGotSoul's newest writer Barry Barz joins us on this Podcast and causes a scene when he states that Usher is the best male vocalist since the 2000's. Edd is finally back and talks the greatness of Neo Soul! We also talk about Tyrese's impact and if he will be able to save R&B with his new album "Black Rose".

YouKnowIGotSoul R&B Podcast #9 - 07/12/2015 Jul 12, 2015

Sorry for the delay! This podcast was recorded last week in New Orleans. Tom and Kyle discuss the Essence Festival, the importance of a great live show and Glenn Lewis' debut album. We also have a journalist Isaiah Jackson on board with us for this show. This is a wild podcast so watch out!

YouKnowIGotSoul R&B Podcast #8 - 06/28/2015 Jun 29, 2015

Kyle and Tom hold it down for this week's podcast. Edd is currently locked up in a room writing album reviews, so he could not join this week's episode. We talk about Musiq Soulchild's new persona Purple Wondaluv, the everchanging music industry where EPs are being released more and more. We also talk about food as usual. What's better: Dunkaroos or Fruit Gushers? Lastly we revisit Faith Evan's "First Lady" album.

YouKnowIGotSoul R&B Podcast #7 - 06/23/2015 Jun 24, 2015

We talk about Janet Jackson's new single and tour! Elijah Blake and Miguel have both have great albums and we talk about them. We also talk about the defintion of indie R&B. Pancakes, french toast or waffles? Find out here! And Tom makes a shocking announcement.

YouKnowIGotSoul R&B Podcast #6 - 06/07/2015 Jun 07, 2015

We talk about Janet Jackson's comeback and what that means for R&B. Tamia just dropped a new album and we love it! Is it the best of this year? We also take some time to revisit Ne-Yo's debut album "In My Own Words".

YouKnowIGotSoul R&B Podcast #5 - 5/29/2015 May 30, 2015

Lauryn Hill is YouKnowIGotSoul's favorite album (1995-2004). Is Miguel the last hope for R&B? We also talk about Robin Thicke's downfall and what he needs to do to resurrect his career. Also more food madness.

YouKnowIGotSoul R&B Podcast #4 - 5/24/2015 May 27, 2015

It's down to Lauryn Hill vs Usher! We also discuss Usher's legacy, the poor R&B sales for Ciara and Jamie Foxx, LA Reid's recent comments about Mariah Carey and R&B tours.

Usher's legacy: 2:45
LA Reid's comments on Mariah Carey: 9:40
Ciara and Jamie Foxx's album sales: 14:15
R&B Tours 20:10
Ginuwine & Timbaland reunion: 28:40

YouKnowIGotSoul R&B Podcast #3 - 05/03/2015 May 27, 2015

Round 3 results! Ed and Kyle discuss albums from Usher, Jodeci and Dru HIll moving on to the next round. We also discuss Ciara's latest album, Jodeci's return to music and what Mariah Carey needs to do moving forward.

YouKnowIGotSoul R&B Podcast #2 - 04/25/2015 May 27, 2015

Round 2 results! Ed and Kyle discuss the craziness that is the YouKnowIGotSoul Favorite R&B albums of 1995-2004 tournament.

YouKnowIGotSoul R&B Podcast #1 - 04/14/2015 May 27, 2015

1995-2004 was such a great era for R&B. The impact of that period cannot be denied and you can clearly see that in the number of classic albums that came out during that time. YouKnowIGotSoul wanted to incorporate all the R&B lovers to find out what everyone’s favorite album is.

Kyle, Tom and Ed give a brief analysis on the first round matchups. Winners included Mary. J Blige, Usher and R. Kelly.

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