LISTEN NOW ::: March 26, 2019
BIG Exclusives, Hosted by Valerie Denise Jones : Conversation with Bunny Debarge

Bunny DeBarge Talks About Her Famous Family, New Book and Music And Finally Being Free From Drugs
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Etterlene "Bunny" DeBarge is an American soul singer–songwriter, best known as the lone female sibling of the Motown family group DeBarge. She is also best known as the lead vocalist behind the classic R&B ballad, "A Dream" from the group's In a Special Way album and is also the co-writer of the group's 1982 breakthrough hit, "I Like It" and the number-one hit, "Time Will Reveal".

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SPECIAL GUEST: CHRISTOPHER WILLIAMS
EPISODE TITLE: Don’t Wake Me, I’m Dreamin': Intimate Moments with R&B Singer Christopher Williams

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CHRISTOPHER WILLIAMS Is Booked and Busy These Days

In case you were oblivious as to the title of this EPISODE, here’s a quick recap:

"I'm Dreamin"' is the title of a number-one R&B single by Christopher Williams. It appeared over the end credits of the film New Jack City and is featured on the soundtrack of the film, in which Williams has a supporting role. The hit song spent a couple of weeks at number-one on US R&B charts.

LISTEN NOW to learn more about Christopher's status, schedule and social media.

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What did Jesus mean when He said to let the dead bury the dead? - “Follow me, and let the dead bury their own ... (Matthew 8:22)

Well, in this (alleged) instance, the dead can not rest. The truth must be told. Listen NOW. --- Tony A (Da Wizard) gives us plenty of JUICE to sip on.

Obviously (ALLEGEDLY), there is more to Dr Dre than he cares for us to note.

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Guest Host: Phelo the Great

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Content Warning - Listener Discretion Is Advised


Attorney Gerald A. Griggs spoke out after R&B star R. Kelly's first interview since a Cook County Grand Jury indicted him

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LISTEN NOW --- Get Ready To Laugh - A Lot!

Tuesday's broadcast was a fun audio that can be enjoyed by anyone, anywhere - All they have to do, is laugh aloud and rambunctiously, with no inhibitions.

BIG Exclusives airs every Tuesday and is hosted by Valerie Denise Jones. Today's guest, LaTruth and Big Greg stopped by to share their stories and promotions. Cody Logan (Manifest Music) and Phelo the Great also joined the conversation.

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Artist/Stage Name: Big Greg
Artist Location: Charlotte, NC

* Social Networks *
* Facebook: www.facebook.com/biggregplk
* Twitter: www.twitter.com/biggregplk
* Instagram: www.instagram.com/biggregplk
* SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/#biggregplk
* Website: www.biggregplk.com
* YouTube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/user/biggreg4459/videos

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Artist/Stage Name: LaTruth
Artist Location: Atlanta, GA

* Social Networks *
* Website: https://www.thisizlatruth.com/
* Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Latruth/
* Twitter: https://twitter.com/_Latruth/
* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_Latruth/
* SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/latruthmusic
* YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNufue8_ttY0qHIkouVdWKQ


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Meet Kangol Kid --- (Thanks again, Rhonda Supreme)

Shaun Shiller Fequiere, known by his stage name, Kangol Kid, or, alternatively, The Kangol Kid, is an American hip hop producer, songwriter, break dancer, and emcee. Kangol is best known as a member of the old school hip hop group, UTFO.

Early life
Kangol was born in Brooklyn, New York.

He acquired his nickname, The Kangol Kid, from neighborhood friends during the early 80s, because of the many Kangol hats he owns and wears. He is also officially sponsored by Kangol Headwear, Inc.

UTFO member
Kangol was originally a breakdancer along with his dance partner, Doctor Ice. In 1984, UTFO became one of the most popular rap and breakdance acts in the country on the strength of their breakout single, "Roxanne, Roxanne."

During the mid-80s, as "Roxanne, Roxanne" gained popularity and chart position, UTFO was voted best rap group, at the 1988 Urban Music Awards, had featured spots on Don Cornelius' Soul Train, The Phil Donahue Show, and performed live for actors such as Dustin Hoffman, and Tony Danza. UTFO was the first rap group to perform at Harlem's Apollo Theater as they opened for Hall & Oates and the Temptation's Eddie Kendricks and David Ruffin.

In 1987, UTFO released their most popular selling album, Lethal. The title song featured the rock group Anthrax and later that year became the number one rap album in the United States.

Current activities
Besides writing and producing songs, Fequiere has recorded voice-overs for various MTV commercials & animations, jingles for New York City's HOT 97 radio station and wrote his own column in Black Beat magazine entitled, "Yo Kangol". The column was designed to answer music related questions for up and coming artists nationwide.

In 2004, Fequiere scored the music for an independent film entitled Nightmare which later won an award for “Best Movie Score”.

Fequiere currently balances his time between Producer, Composer, Performer, Artist Manager, Songwriter, President of his music production company, Kangol's Kreations, Inc., and CEO of his Public Relations firm, Kreative Media Group. Fequiere's lecturing at High Schools and Colleges nationwide on today's business of music has led this Brooklynite to receiving a proclamation from the City of New York for being among the first Haitians in Hip-Hop Music.[2]

Today, the Kangol sound can be heard on female R&B groups such as 3LW, Tres Jolie, and Blaque, as well as Latin pop group C-Note, who recorded a remake of Whistle's "Right Next To Me".

Fequiere's "Yo Kangol" column can be found monthly on the Allhiphop.com site, while up and coming projects include his first solo R&B recordings, scoring the independent film The Other Side of Hip-Hop, which will include new songs, written and produced by Kangol which will feature his son’s R&B group, Project: Plan B.

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PLEASE ENJOY THIS AUDIO . MY INTERVIEW WITH STEVE ARRINGTON

Steve Arrington is known for his innovative vocals on funk classics such as “Watching You” and “Just A Touch of Love". He is also known for hits like “Weak at the Knees”, “Way Out”, “Nobody Can Be You”, “Feel So Real” and “Dancing In The Key Of Life”.

Arrington’s songs have been sampled by the likes of Jay-Z, Jermaine Dupri, Tribe Called Quest, De La Soul, Snoop, LL Cool J, Mariah Carey, N.W.A, Masters At Work and Pitbull.

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In 1975, Arrington moved to San Francisco, hoping to take his music to a national level. He landed a spot in percussionist, Coke Esovedo’s band, and eventually moved in with the percussionist and his manager. He become a Latin soul apprentice and protégé. Arrington went on to play (and tour) with Escovedo’s older brother, Pete and niece, Sheila - now known as Sheila E. His performance tour included guitarist, Carlos Santana.

As that tour was ending, Arrington returned to Dayton to join a group called Slave, as a drummer. Some time later, he became Slave's lead singer. During the next four years, he contributed to Dayton's most successful period. During that period, dance floor classics like “Watching You,” “Just a Touch of Love,” Snap Shot,” and “Wait for Me” flourished.

In 1982, Arrington left Slave and formed Steve Arrington’s Hall of Fame. After signing with Atlantic Records, he completed several singles and solo albums -- “Dancin In The Key”, which spent three weeks at #2 on the dance charts and “Feel So Real’’, which landed #6 on the UK Singles Chart.

In 1986, Arrington was nominated for a NAACP Image Award for Male Artist of the Year. In 2000, he won a Grammy for his contribution to “Money Ain’t A Thang”, performed by Jay Z and Jermaine Dupri.

In 1991 (at the height of his career), Arrington left the music business to dedicate his life to spirituality. He recently returned,

Steve is currently touring with a new band +has dates with artists like Public Enemy, DJ Quik, Chub Rock, Q Tip, The Ohio Players, Original Lakeside, The Bar-Kays, Con-Funk-Shun, Cameo and Zapp. He recently spent time in the studio with artist, George Clinton.

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Ten Things You Never, Ever Tell Your Manager or PR Agent ----
Listen to today's interview to find out the reason for our title

ABOUT TODAYS GUEST

Montclair's DJ Prince Hakim aka Mr. Keeping it 'Kool' is a man of many hats: DJ, songwriter, producer, consultant, manager. Recently, he made a bid to follow in his father's funky footsteps as a marquee artist in his own right. His new song, "R.O.Y.A.L.T.Y", is everything. You might say it applies to the songwriter's bloodline. He is R&B royalty — the son of Robert "Kool" Bell and nephew of Ronald Bell, co-founders of the legendary funk group "Kool & The Gang," whose hits included"Celebration," "Jungle Boogie," "Joanna," and "Get Down on It."

"Groove to my songs while I take a quick trip to the bank," says Hakim.

The saga continues. Please visit djprincehakim.com or http://valeriedenisejones.com for more details

Skyler Jordan Chose Sisterhood Over Competition And It Shows!

HELLO - Today's episode wasn’t meant to be a bold feminist statement — The broadcast testified to a paradigm shift for women in music: this is no longer a moment of divas duking it out for a sole spot atop the pyramid. Instead, rising female artists like Skyler Jordan are finding new power in banding together.

If I must say so myself, it felt really good to interview someone who plays such an important part in the new wave of representation in the MAINSTREAM.

More About Skyler Jordan
Her sound is a melodic mix of R&B, Pop, Rock and Soul, infused with a splash of sassy attitude. Skyler’s sophomore CD “Touch” is an exhilarating fusion of creative tracks that caress the listener, transforming them into Skyler Jordan devotees.

On her debut project entitled “Seven,” she offered us a glimpse into her first musical journey. As you listen to her sultry, yet powerful vocals you will recognize her distinctive sound from platinum hits by Dr. Dre, Ice Cube, Eminem and the late Nate Dogg. Recording as “Barbara Wilson” – she’s recorded with Kenny G, Nine Inch Nails and Pop Legend Stevie Wonder. Other concert tours include Raphael Saddiq, Eric Bene`t, Goapele, the late great Teena Marie and Rock Icons - Boz Scaggs, and Rod Stewart. Skyler most recently toured with Rock Boy Band — GIRLS.

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