Good Vinyl Mornings with PL Sweets

In this powerful and cinematic episode of Good Vinyl Mornings, PL Sweets takes us deep into the layered storytelling of Kendrick Lamar’s “DUCKWORTH.” — a song that feels more like a short film than a track. Produced by the legendary 9th Wonder, this closing cut from DAMN. reminds us how one decision, one act of kindness, or one moment of grace can alter the entire course of a life — and ultimately, a legacy. Built around the hauntingly soulful sample “Ostavi Trag” by the Yugoslavian band September, the song carries a sense of fate and reflection. 9th Wonder flipped that obscure piece of Eastern European funk into a tense, cinematic soundscape — the perfect canvas for Kendrick to tell the story of how his life could’ve ended before it began. The narrative is almost unbelievable: years before fame, Kendrick’s future label head Anthony “Top Dawg” Tiffith nearly robbed the local KFC where Kendrick’s father, “Ducky,” worked. But Ducky’s simple act of generosity — giving Top Dawg free chicken — changed everything. Decades later, that act of kindness would protect Kendrick’s life, his career, and his legacy. PL Sweets unpacks the bigger message: your legacy isn’t just about what you achieve — it’s about what you plant. The kindness, the discipline, the respect you show today could echo years later in ways you’ll never see. “DUCKWORTH.” reminds us that legacy isn’t left by accident; it’s built through choices, character, and compassion.

This episode challenges listeners to protect what they’re building — not just their name, but the energy behind it. Because legacy isn’t about fame; it’s about foundation.

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🎧 Original Sample: “Ostavi Trag” – September

PL Sweets "Love Love Love" featuring Leroy Burgess & Dungeon Jones

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There’s soul that comes from struggle. There’s soul that’s born from tradition.
 And then… there’s Blue-Eyed Soul — a bridge. A cross-cultural heartbeat.

In this powerful edition of Good Vinyl Mornings, your host, Prentiss “PL Sweets” Thompson, curates a sonic journey through the Top 15 Blue-Eyed Soul tracks — songs performed by artists who may not have looked like the soul pioneers, but carried the same emotional fire and reverence for the music’s roots. This episode isn’t just a playlist — it’s a conversation about influence, authenticity, and musical legacy. It’s about the deep grooves, gospel-born vocals, and R&B riffs that found new life in voices like:

Blue-Eyed Soul isn’t about imitation. It’s about interpretation — artists inspired so deeply by Black music that they honored it, not by copying it, but by embracing its truth. They didn’t just sing soul — they lived it in studios, in smoky clubs, in heartbreak, and in harmony. PL Sweets breaks down what makes these tracks timeless. He invites listeners to reflect on the idea that while soul music was born in the Black experience, its resonance is universal. These songs didn’t erase the roots — they acknowledged them.

So pour your coffee, drop that needle, and let this episode stir something real in you. From the basslines to the bridges, from the falsettos to the funk — this is soul reimagined, soul respected, soul remixed through a different lens.

Because at the end of the day… good music has no boundaries — just feeling.

🎧 Good Vinyl Mornings — where the groove is deep, the stories are rich, and every track brings us closer.

1- LOW DOWN - BOZ SCAGGS

2- I KEEP FORGETTIN - MICHAEL MCDONALD

3- BENNIE & THE JETS - ELTON JOHN

4- WHAT YOU WONT DO FOR LOVE - BOBBY CALDWELL

5- BABY COME BACK - PLAYER

6- AFRICA  -TOTO

7- A LOVE OF YOUR OWN - AVERAGE WHITE BAND

8- I WANT TO KNOW WHAT LOVE IS - FOREIGNER

9- THIS IS IT  - KENNY LOGGINS

10- BIGGEST PART OF ME - AMBROSIA

11 - I CAN’T GO FOR THAT - HALL & OATS

12- YOU’VE MADE ME SO VERY HAPPY - BLOOD, SWEAT & TEARS

13- TAKIN' IT TO THE STREETS - THE DOOBIE BROTHERS

14- HOW BOUT US - CHAMPAIGN

15-  GEORGY PORGY - TOTO 

PL Sweets - Playlist
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Good morning, groove lovers! Today on Good Vinyl Mornings, we don’t just celebrate bass—we celebrate the man who redefined it: James Jamerson. If you've ever felt your spirit move while listening to a Motown classic, chances are, Jamerson was the one behind that heartbeat.

Before bass playing was cool, he made it art—playing with one finger (lovingly nicknamed “The Hook”), Jamerson laid down lines that danced, wept, and shouted without ever saying a word. He didn't just support the groove—he was the groove.

Host Prentiss "PL Sweets" Thompson dives deep into the Top 5 Jamerson bass lines that changed the course of music history:

1. 🎶 Darling Dear – The Jackson 5: Often called “the greatest bass line of all time,” this one’s a masterclass in melodic motion.
2. 🎶 What’s Going On – Marvin Gaye: Subtle, spiritual, and deeply human—Jamerson’s line here carries the weight of Marvin’s message.
3. 🎶 Ain’t No Mountain High Enough – Marvin Gaye & Tammi Terrell: A propulsive line that made every mountain feel climbable.
4. 🎶 I Was Made to Love Her – Stevie Wonder: Relentless, funky, and alive—like the bass itself is testifying.
5. 🎶 For Once in My Life – Stevie Wonder: A perfect blend of bounce and soul, reminding us that bass can sing.

Jamerson often recorded these legendary parts while reading rough chord charts, sometimes drunk, always brilliant—his Precision Bass strung with flatwounds, action high, tone fat, and feel unmatched. This episode is more than a countdown—it's a tribute to a man who never got the spotlight he deserved in his lifetime, yet laid the foundation for every bassist who followed.

🎧 So brew that coffee, drop the needle, and prepare to be moved. Jamerson didn’t just play bass—he breathed life into it.

Good Vinyl Mornings, James Jamerson Playlist
This list isn’t just music—it’s a time capsule of sound.

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This morning on Good Vinyl Mornings, we confront one of the most misunderstood gifts in life: rejection. When something—or someone—turns you away, it can feel personal. Final. Defeating. But what if rejection is actually divine redirection? A push not backward, but onto the good foot. Enter James Brown’s funk anthem “Get on the Good Foot.” Released in 1972, this explosive track was more than a dance cue—it was a cultural command. Brown used music as a weapon, as therapy, and as motivation. The song is about getting up, getting clear, and getting moving with intention and pride—especially after you've been knocked down.

This episode invites you to:

• Reframe rejection not as a loss, but as a line drawn toward your next level
• Recognize when it’s time to reclaim your rhythm, your voice, your confidence
• Use that “no” as the spark that sets your real yes in motion

James wasn’t just singing about dancing—he was preaching about energy, momentum, and reclaiming control. And sometimes, the best thing someone can do for your journey… is say no.

So if you’ve been rejected lately, don’t sulk. Don’t shrink. Get on the good foot.

SONGS OF THE DAY
JAMES BROWN | GET ON THE GOOD FOOT

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In today’s episode of Good Vinyl Mornings, we lean into the pursuit of something we all crave but rarely prioritize: inner peace. Not the kind that waits for external validation or perfect conditions—but the kind you create and protect from within.

Our soundtrack for this reflection is Steve Winwood’s anthemic “Higher Love,” a Grammy-winning classic from 1986. With its soaring melody and uplifting message—amplified by the incomparable Chaka Khan on backing vocals—this song reminds us that peace isn’t passive. It’s an act of reaching higher, choosing better, and loving deeper.

We break down how “Higher Love” isn’t just about romance—it’s about transcending the noise, the pressure, and the chaos of the world around us. It’s about tuning your life to a frequency that doesn’t depend on others. Peace is a practice, not a prize.

This episode explores:

• How to stop outsourcing your peace to other people or circumstances
• Why peace begins with clarity, boundaries, and spiritual alignment
• How “higher love” is a mirror for higher standards—for yourself and your emotional world

Creating your own peace means recognizing that calm is a choice. Stillness is a strength. And your spirit doesn’t need to wait on the world to quiet down before it can rise up.

So today, turn the volume up on intention—and let “Higher Love” be the rhythm that lifts your soul.

SONGS OF THE DAY
STEVE WINWOOD | HIGHER LOVE

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Today’s groove is about power—shared, not hoarded.

On this episode of Good Vinyl Mornings, your host Prentiss “PL Sweets” Thompson unpacks the message behind “Hip Hop Hooray” by Naughty by Nature, a certified anthem of celebration, inclusion, and community. But we don’t stop there—we rewind the record back to its soulful roots in “Make Me Say It Again Girl” by The Isley Brothers.

The Isley Brothers gave us tenderness, intimacy, and vulnerability—a classic slow jam that speaks to the deep bonds we build when we truly see one another. Their melody became the heartbeat beneath a hip-hop anthem that shouted, “We see you! You matter!” across block parties, radio stations, and culture at large.

From the softness of soul to the raw energy of hip-hop, we find the same thread: affirmation.

“Pass the Mic” isn’t just about sharing a verse. It’s about sharing power. It’s about lifting up voices that may be tired, silenced, or overlooked. It’s about recognizing that encouragement is a beat—one that travels, echoes, and multiplies.

So today, PL Sweets asks:  Who can you pass the mic to?
 Whose name needs saying in a room they’re not in?
 Whose spirit needs your encouragement to keep going?

Because when you lift someone up, you're part of the rhythm that makes us all move forward.

🎙️ Good Vinyl Mornings — where every song has a sermon, and every spin has a story.

SONG OF THE DAY
Make say it again, girl  - Isley Brothers
Hip Hop Hooray -  Naughty by Nature

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Before autotune. Before hooks were crafted by committees. There was sound—raw, undiluted, and electric. The 1970s birthed a golden age where instrumentation wasn’t just the backdrop—it was the story. And for this special edition of Good Vinyl Mornings, PL Sweets spins deeper than the grooves on the record. He’s pulling the needle back to a time when rhythm and melody didn’t need lyrics to speak straight to the soul.

These 15 instrumental masterpieces weren’t just tracks—they were movements. They carried the weight of culture, the swagger of the streets, the elegance of orchestras, and the pulse of protest, party, and personal reflection. Whether you were stepping out, rolling slow, or simply vibing in your living room, these records told your story without saying a word.

And who better to guide this journey than PL Sweets himself? A crate digger and cultural translator, he’s sharing his Top 15 picks—tracks that shaped his ears, his outlook, and his love for music that breathes on its own.

From the hypnotic “Chameleon” by Herbie Hancock—a track that broke jazz free from its purist chains and introduced the world to funk’s experimental edge—to the forever-floaty “Brazilian Rhyme” by Earth, Wind & Fire, which proves you don’t need three minutes to change a mood—just the right 45 seconds. You’ll drift in the hazy heat of “Summer Madness”, and ride the cinematic grandeur of “Theme from Shaft”, where Isaac Hayes made every strut down the block feel like a scene from your own Blaxploitation film. From the sultry sax work of Grover Washington Jr., to the orchestral elegance of Love Unlimited Orchestra, every track in this setlist is a reminder that the most powerful messages sometimes have no words at all.

These aren’t just songs—they're sonic monuments. They’re what the '70s felt like, sounded like, and moved like. And they’re the blueprint for every producer, beatmaker, and DJ who’s sampled them since. These grooves are the godparents of hip-hop, the cousins of soul, and the unsung heroes of jazz radio. So, tune in. Drop the needle. And let PL Sweets take you back to the art of letting the music speak for itself.

PL Sweets’ Top 15 Instrumental Picks:  Playlist Link

1. Brazilian Rhyme – Earth, Wind & Fire
2. Chameleon – Herbie Hancock (1973)
3. Summer Madness – Kool & The Gang (1974)
4. Theme from Shaft – Isaac Hayes
5. Mr. Magic – Grover Washington Jr. (1975)
6. Love is the Message – MFSB
7. Rock Creek Park – The Blackbyrds (1975)
8. Breezin’ – George Benson
9. Love’s Theme – Love Unlimited Orchestra (1974)
10. Pick Up the Pieces – Average White Band
11. Jungle Boogie – Kool & The Gang
12. Cissy Strut – The Meters
13. Funky Stuff – Kool & The Gang
14. Runnin’ – Earth, Wind & Fire
15. Red Clay – Freddie Hubbard

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Some of the most iconic sounds in hip-hop history came from unexpected places. In this episode of Good Vinyl Mornings, host Prentiss "PL Sweets" Thompson explores the legendary breakbeat from Bob James' "Take Me to the Mardi Gras"—one of the most sampled drum breaks in hip-hop—and its deep connection to the culture, especially through Run-D.M.C.’s classic "Peter Piper."

But the story doesn’t start with Bob James. Its origins trace back to a lesser-known name in this musical journey—Paul Simon, the original composer of "Take Me to the Mardi Gras." This episode uncovers how a jazz-fusion reinterpretation of a folk-inspired song became a cornerstone of hip-hop’s golden era, proving that necessity truly is the mother of invention.

From the streets of New Orleans to the turntables of the Bronx, this is a deep dive into how music transcends genres, generations, and expectations. The same rhythms that once filled jazz clubs now form the backbone of hip-hop classics, showing that innovation is often born from reimagining the past.

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BOB JAMES | TAKE ME TO THE MARDI GRAS
RUN-DMC | PETER PIPER

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Sometimes, the best opportunities come from the most unexpected places. In this episode of Good Vinyl Mornings, host Prentiss "PL Sweets" Thompson explores how embracing unusual partnerships can lead to legendary success, using Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg’s iconic track "Nuthin’ But a G Thang" and its sampled foundation, Leon Haywood’s "I Want to Do Something Freaky to You."

When Dr. Dre was crafting the sound of The Chronic (1992), he pulled from an era that many wouldn’t expect—smooth ‘70s soul. Leon Haywood’s 1975 hit, known for its sultry groove, became the perfect backbone for the West Coast anthem that redefined hip-hop. The blend of G-funk’s laid-back yet hard-hitting style with Haywood’s silky, seductive rhythm created a sound that resonated across generations.

PL breaks down how this unexpected fusion mirrors real-life collaboration and growth—how sometimes, working with someone outside your usual circle, industry, or comfort zone can unlock new levels of success. Just like Dre saw the potential in Snoop’s raw talent and Haywood’s vintage groove, we, too, can find opportunity in unexpected connections.

Are you open to partnering with people who challenge your perspective? The greatest creative and professional breakthroughs often come from blending the old with the new, the familiar with the unfamiliar. Let the music inspire you to look beyond the obvious and embrace the unexpected. 🎶✨

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🎧 Catch the Vibe:
DR DRE | NUTHIN BY  A "G" THANG

LEON HAYWOOD | I WANNA DO SOMETHING FREAKY TO YOU

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If you’ve ever danced through a hard time, you know this truth: joy isn’t just a reaction—it’s a practice. And excellence? That’s not just in the big milestones—it’s in how you make your bed, how you speak to a stranger, how you show up for the dream even when no one’s watching.

On today’s episode of Good Vinyl Mornings, PL Sweets drops the needle on Inner Life’s underground disco classic, “Moment of My Life,” a track that pulses with liberation, gratitude, and high-frequency soul. Jocelyn Brown’s powerhouse vocals ride over orchestral strings and a funky bassline that doesn’t ask for permission—it claims joy.

Produced by: Patrick Adams | Written by: Leroy Burgess - Sonny Davenport | Label: Salsoul Records (1982)

It’s a song about being present. Being in it. And knowing that this moment—right now—is shaping the next.

This isn’t just about disco. It’s about discipline. Because how you move on the dance floor is how you move through life. Are you intentional with your joy? Are you committed to the small things, or only showing up when the lights are on?

PL gets real about how the micro reflects the macro. Every email, every prayer, every beat of the drum—you’re telling the universe how serious you are about your future. 

So the question is:
Are you dancing like this is the moment of your life… even when nobody’s watching?

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🎧 Catch the Vibe: MOMENT OF MY LIFE | INNER LIFE

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