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We are looking forward to seeing you on tonight's live stream! We have a few topics to catch up on. Here's some of what we plan to discuss: |
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Killer Mike, Vic Mensa, and the Art of Deflection: A breakdown of Killer Mike’s recent interview on Vic Mensa’s show, diving into the evasive sidestepping around capitalism, past lyrics, and the cultural trend of dodging direct accountability.
- Feeding the "Fame Monster": An honest discussion about the dangers of chasing viral clout, touching on the recent fatal shooting tied to a Zeus Network audition event.
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Why the Rush to Humble Victoria Monét?: An exploration of the swift public backlash and scrutiny aimed at Victoria Monét following her latest project, and why internet culture often feels so eager to tear down artists right after celebrating them.
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The Financial Realities of Modern Music & Podcasting: A candid look at the lack of money for independent musicians and podcasters without major backing, unpacking why artists are increasingly forced into heavy product placement and streaming pivots just to stay afloat.
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Show #246 is Part 1 of "Soundscapes of Chester." Chester, PA-native, Jay Ray sits down with Christopher R. Rogers, Ph.D., and DJ Naij B of the Chester Gifted Program to talk about Engineered Grace,Vol. 1, an EP built from field recordings made across Chester, PA, from the train station to Ethel Waters Park.
They get into where the title comes from (Toni Morrison's Beloved), what it means to leave home and come back, and why the project supports Chester Residents Concerned for Quality Living in its campaign against the incinerator that burns Philadelphia's trash. Part 2 arrives November 2. |
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| Kendrick Lamar - Heart Part 2 (ft. Dash Snow) |
Christopher Rogers tells a story on the episode about stopping everything at a Chester studio to play this one in the lobby. It opened Kendrick's 2010 mixtape O.verly D.edicated, and the room's verdict was "it's all right." |
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Reservoir Media Buys Billy Strayhorn’s Publishing Catalog |
Reservoir Media has acquired the publishing catalog of the jazz composer Billy Strayhorn, best known for “Take the ‘A’ Train,” “Lush Life,” “Chelsea Bridge,” and “Satin Doll.” Reservoir will also share in his name, image, and likeness rights alongside his estate. Financial terms weren’t disclosed. The deal deepens a relationship with Billy Strayhorn Songs, Inc. that goes back to 2014, when Reservoir picked up part of the catalog in a larger acquisition and later helped mark the composer’s 2015 centennial. Strayhorn worked with Duke Ellington from 1939 until his death in 1967, was openly gay, and campaigned for civil rights alongside Martin Luther King Jr. and Bayard Rustin.
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