Face The Music

By Justin Vickers, Jelan Abrams, and Tony Sumter

Face The Music is a music podcast with a spin. Tune in to hear Justin, Jelan, & Tony talk Hip-Hop, Neo-Soul, and R&B. They discuss music, artist, and themes from the Travis Porter era to the m... more

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The podcast currently has 74 episodes available.

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July 23, 2022 S2E29 - Black Cinema
The guys are back this week, and they discuss black cinema and the movies and soundtracks that they’ve enjoyed over the years. They also announced their upcoming, Face The Music Book Club. The book to kick off a new series on the show is, Will by Will Smith. At Face The Music, we want to create an environment that encourages black men to share what they currently read because black men do read! Drop in to hear their thoughts. It’s another episode that you do not want to miss! Join in on the discussion.Follow the podcast on Instagram @FaceTheMusicNC. Face The Music covers music, artists, hip-hop culture. They give an everyday millennial perspective.
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Justin Vickers @Vickisback
Jelan Abrams @JelanAbrams
Tony Sumter @Tonysustainsme
The show releases every single Friday night. Artwork by Tony Sumter. Music by Jelan Abrams. Produced & edited by Justin Vickers.
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1h 11min
July 16, 2022 S2E28 - The Scat Pack
The guys are back this week, and they discuss the influence of jazz on hip-hop as well as many other topics. They also announced their upcoming, Face The Music Book Club. At Face The Music, we want to create an environment that encourages black men to share what they currently read because black men do read! Drop in to hear their thoughts. It’s another episode that you do not want to miss! Join in on the discussion.
Follow the podcast on Instagram @FaceTheMusicNC. Face The Music covers music, artists, hip-hop culture. They give an everyday millennial perspective.
Follow us on Instagram:
Justin Vickers @Vickisback
Jelan Abrams @JelanAbrams
Tony Sumter @Tonysustainsme
The show releases every single Friday night. Artwork by Tony Sumter. Music by Jelan Abrams. Produced & edited by Justin Vickers.
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1h 22min
July 09, 2022 S2E27 - Barbershop Talk PT. 3
The guys are back this week, and they change up the format once again by talking about what's currently going on in music in Barbershop Talk Part 3. They discuss Usher’s recent NPR Tiny Desk, the Mario & Omarion Versus Battle, and potentially a Versus battle between Usher & Chris Brown. They also announce their upcoming, Face The Music Book Club. At Face The Music, we want to create an environment that encourages black men to share what they currently read because black men do read! Drop in to hear their thoughts. It’s another episode that you do not want to miss! Join in on the discussion.
Follow the podcast on Instagram @FaceTheMusicNC. Face The Music covers music, artists, hip-hop culture. They give an everyday millennial perspective.
Follow us on Instagram:
Justin Vickers @Vickisback
Jelan Abrams @JelanAbrams
Tony Sumter @Tonysustainsme
The show releases every single Friday night. Artwork by Tony Sumter. Music by Jelan Abrams. Produced & edited by Justin Vickers.
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1h 23min
July 02, 2022 S2E26 - Mama Got Back!
The guys are back, this week and they discuss the recent release of Drake’s latest album, Honestly, Nevermind and Beyonce’s latest single, Break My Soul. This conversation leads into a great conversation about dance music in Hip-Hop culture. Drop in to find out. This is arguably the best episode to date; you do not want to miss this! Join in on the discussion.
Follow the podcast on Instagram @FaceTheMusicNC. Face The Music covers music, artists, hip-hop culture. They give an everyday millennial perspective.
Follow us on Instagram:
Justin Vickers @Vickisback
Jelan Abrams @JelanAbrams
Tony Sumter @Tonysustainsme
The show releases every single Friday night. Artwork by Tony Sumter. Music by Jelan Abrams. Produced & edited by Justin Vickers.
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1h 16min
June 25, 2022 S2E25 - 2009 Time Capsule
The guys are back, this week and they discuss the underrated great year of 2009. Why 2009? Drop in to find out. This is arguably the best episode to date, you do not want to miss this! Join in on the discussion.
Follow the podcast on Instagram @FaceTheMusicNC. Face The Music covers music, artists, hip-hop culture. They give an everyday millennial perspective.
Follow us on Instagram:
Justin Vickers @Vickisback
Jelan Abrams @JelanAbrams
Tony Sumter @Tonysustainsme
The show releases every single Friday night. Artwork by Tony Sumter. Music by Jelan Abrams. Produced & edited by Justin Vickers.
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1h 12min
June 18, 2022 S2E24 - Definition of Real
The guys are back this week and they discuss one of hip-hop's most debated subjects, the definition of real. What is your definition of real pertaining to what it means to be a man? Drop in to hear their thoughts. It’s another episode that you do not want to miss! Join in on the discussion.
Follow the podcast on Instagram @FaceTheMusicNC. Face The Music covers music, artists, hip-hop culture. They give an everyday millennial perspective.
Follow us on Instagram:
Justin Vickers @Vickisback
Jelan Abrams @JelanAbrams
Tony Sumter @Tonysustainsme
The show releases every single Friday night. Artwork by Tony Sumter. Music by Jelan Abrams. Produced & edited by Justin Vickers.
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1h 12min
June 11, 2022 S2E23 - Doo Wop or That Thing?
The guys are back, this week and they discuss most millennials favorite decade, the 90’s. They talk of their first impressions of music in that era as kids as well many other topics. Drop in to hear their thoughts. It’s another episode that you do not want to miss! Join in on the discussion.
Follow the podcast on Instagram @FaceTheMusicNC. Face The Music covers music, artists, hip-hop culture. They give an everyday millennial perspective.
Follow us on Instagram:
Justin Vickers @Vickisback
Jelan Abrams @JelanAbrams
Tony Sumter @Tonysustainsme
The show releases every single Friday night. Artwork by Tony Sumter. Music by Jelan Abrams. Produced & edited by Justin Vickers.
#FaceTheMusicPodcast
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1h 16min
June 04, 2022 S2E22 - Barbershop Talk PT. 2
The guys are back this week and they change up the format and just talk about life. They discuss any and everything. Drop in to hear their thoughts. It’s another episode that you do not want to miss! Join in on the discussion.
Follow the podcast on Instagram @FaceTheMusicNC. Face The Music covers music, artists, hip-hop culture. They give an everyday millennial perspective.
Follow us on Instagram:
Justin Vickers @Vickisback
Jelan Abrams @JelanAbrams
Tony Sumter @Tonysustainsme
The show releases every single Friday night. Artwork by Tony Sumter. Music by Jelan Abrams. Produced & edited by Justin Vickers.
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1h 15min
May 28, 2022S2E21 - Mental Health Awareness
This week’s episode is dedicated to bringing awareness to mental health. May is Mental Health Awareness month and the guys discuss various aspects of mental health. Drop in to hear their thoughts. It’s another episode that you do not want to miss. Join in on the discussion.
Now more than ever, we need to find ways to stay connected with our community. No one should feel alone or without the information, support and help they need.
Mental Health Awareness Month Resources:
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration: https://bit.ly/39Wvbdf

Mental Health America: https://bit.ly/3lTnnvs

National Alliance on Mental Health 2022 Awareness Event Guide: https://bit.ly/3t2Aq1

Mental Health Resources: https://bit.ly/3LTgAN6
Follow the podcast on Instagram @FaceTheMusicNC. Face The Music covers music, artists, hip-hop culture. They give an everyday millennial perspective.
Follow us on Instagram:
Justin Vickers @Vickisback

Jelan Abrams @JelanAbrams

Tony Sumter @Tonysustainsme
The show releases every single Friday night. Artwork by Tony Sumter. Music by Jelan Abrams. Produced & edited by Justin Vickers.
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1h 18min
May 21, 2022 S2E20 - Kendrick's Mind (Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers Review)
The guys are back, this week and they discuss the long-awaited 5th studio from Kendrick Lamar titled Mr. Morale & The Bigger Steppers. They discuss their first impressions of the album, the underlying themes, and their favorites songs etc. Drop in to hear their thoughts. It’s another episode that you do not want to miss! Join in on the discussion.
Follow the podcast on Instagram @FaceTheMusicNC. Face The Music covers music, artists, hip-hop culture. They give an everyday millennial perspective.
Follow us on Instagram:
Justin Vickers @Vickisback
Jelan Abrams @JelanAbrams
Tony Sumter @Tonysustainsme
The show releases every single Friday night. Artwork by Tony Sumter. Music by Jelan Abrams. Produced & edited by Justin Vickers.
#HBCUAlum
...more
1h 15min

FAQs about Face The Music:

How many episodes does Face The Music have?

The podcast currently has 74 episodes available.