Lounge Hype

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Back in the days of Xen Lounge, I heard of a man named Gee Mack. He’s got the best guitar talent in the world, and that’s today’s topic on Lounge Hype.

Gee Mack is someone that I heard about, and one day I checked out some videos of him that were online. I began to listen to him play guitar. When I heard him play, I heard Jazz and the best sounding Jazz.

According to Mack’s bio, R&B singer Cheryl Lynn offered him the chance to accompany her on tour. He wrote and produced the song “Forever Lover” from the Whispers’ Certified gold album “More The Night”. He has recorded with artists such as Stevie Wonder, Mary J Blige, The Temptations, Charlie Wilson, & LL Cool J just to name a few.

It is said that Gee Mack is the most sought after guitarist of his generation according to his bio. At age 9, he began trumpet lessons at his public elementary school. I say Gee Mack is a musical genius.

You can hear Gee Mack’s music on Spotify and YouTube. You’re listening to Lounge Hype, and I’m your host Gail Nobles.

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Song Title: Itchin' For a Scratch
Song by: Force M.D.'s


Hello! I'm Gail Nobles, and it's time for Lounge R&B. Today's topic is about the Legendary Force M.D.'s. (Theme Song)

The Force MD's is an awesome R&B vocal group that was formed in 1981 in Staten Island, New York. If you know about the Force M.D.'s, you know about their songs such as "Tender Love" and "Love is a House". They were not only about R&B, but they had some old hip hop roots too with a mixture of harmony in their singing. They are very soulful.

I woke up this morning itchin' bad.
I wanted to scratch. I was going mad.
Went to the doctor. Said, "Help me Please".
He just shook his head and said to me.

You're in trouble son. I know for sure. What you
got there ain't no cure. So take this beat. Go home
and scratch, but stay away from me cause it's easy to catch.

That's the kind of rap and singing that the Legendary Force M.D.'s would do. And I would watch their videos and play their songs over and over. "Itchin' For A Scratch" was my favorite. I loved seeing the group imitate Michael Jackson, and Mr. T, and James Brown.

Three of the group's members are resting in peace, but there are remaining members. They are still recording songs and doing a terrific job. In addition to that, if you are a recording artist, check out the Force M.D.'s studio. Make that song you have been dreaming of recording. To find out how to submit your recording, go to theforcemds.com.

Well, that's all for today. Tune in again soon ....... (Theme Song)

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Song : Missing you
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Hello! I'm Gail Nobles, and it's time for Lounge R&B. (Podcast Theme)

It is said that the music is dying. And we still have big four record labels. And we have a competitive music industry and one of the more difficult industries to break into. You have to work hard. But we still have live music. That's a blessing. And I have seen lots of people with talent performing at a club or a lounge. Playing live is the way for musicians now-a-days to make a living.

There are different reasons why musicians fail, but if you are a musician, don't give up. You're talent from God was not given for nothing. Keep singing what's real. Keep making real sounds with instruments. Keep singing R&B. It is so needed. We need songs about love like Lionel Richie, "Three Times a Lady". We need songs that uplift like Sam Cooke, "A Change Is Going To Come". We need songs that chastise like Marvin Gaye, "What's Going On". We need real R&B music.

I'm old school, but here's an example of what you may call new music. (song play)

The title of that song is, "Missing You". To hear more, check the link in the description below of this podcast. You're listening to Lounge R&B at Lounge Hype by Gail Nobles copyright © 2021.

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Song by: Stevie Wonder - My Cherie Amour

Today I'm singing and remembering Stevie Wonder when he was at the Savoy. One of the songs that he was singing there was "My Cherie Amour". At the Savoy and in concerts, people seem to love to help Stevie sing that song. It's beautiful to hear the crowd sing La La La La together with him. It's lovely as a summer's day.

"My Cherie Amour" is a 1969 soul classic by Motown singer and songwriter Stevie Wonder. When Stevie was singing at the Savoy, the crowd was singing, cheering, and excited. Stevie Wonder was live at The Savoy Entertainment Center for Jonathan De Veaux's birthday. Stevie is known and famous for singing Happy Birthday in his own way. So may times I have seen so may request for him. Mr. Wonder is greatly loved for his music and entertainment.

You're listening to Lounge Hype. I'm Gail Nobles remembering Stevie Wonder at the Savoy.

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From Xen Lounge history, I'm thinking of a jazz bassist name Ryan Cross. Ryan produces live shows, and some of you may remember him from Xen Lounge.

According to his bio, he had a passion fro music which was birthed at the age of 8 when he began to study classical cello. At the age of 16, he discovered the acoustic bass and seized the opportunity to study under Ray Brown, one of the most well-known and prolific bass players of our time. Born and raised in Seattle, Washington, Ryan moved to Los Angeles, California when he received a full scholarship to attend the University of Southern California where he studied under John Clayton. He graduated in 1999 with a Bachelor of Music in Jazz Studies, and his career immediately took flight. He appeared and recorded on over 35 TV shows and movies to date.

You can find the musician Ryan Cross on Facebook and Twitter. I'm Gail Nobles, and you're listening to Lounge Hype.

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Song by: Loose Ends
Songwriters: Carl McIntosh, Jane Eugene, Steve Nichol

I'm singing and remembering Loose Ends at the Savoy Entertainment Center located in the heart of downtown Inglewood, CA.

If you are planning your birthday party, red carpet party, fashion show, movie screening, reunion, luncheon, or wedding reception, The Savoy Entertainment Center is the place for you.

Now, let's get down to business. Loose Ends is a British R&B Band formed in London in 1980. It’s good to see them perform together. They performed at the Savoy Entertainment Center, and were singing “Hangin’ On A String (Contemplating)” which is the fourth single by the band from their second studio album, So Where Are You?, and was released in February 1985 by Virgin Records. The single went to number one on the US Billboard R&B chart for one week. This particular single is the reason why I remember the group and hearing the single made me love their sound. It was different than any song that I have heard. Loose Ends had a unique style of their own.

I'm Gail Nobles, and your listening to Lounge Hype. I don't want to keep you waiting. Don't hang on a string. Go on down to The Savoy Entertainment Center.....

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Born and raised in Brazil, Angel B performed her single, "Like a Boss", at Xen Lounge. What you've just heard was a made up intro for the podcast. To hear the original song, "Like a Boss", go to angelbofficial.com. The song was written by Angel B & Corey Mekell.

According to her bio, at the age of nine, Angel's parents signed her to a modeling agency. She started competing in runway contests. These events also had music and dance performances and would allow Angel to perform famous cover songs. She started to write her own songs and train her vocals as she was always choreographing and taking dance lessons in order to become the complete artists that is needed to be successful in the industry.

I'm Gail Nobles and today's topic is Angel B.

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Hi, I'm Gail Nobles bringing you Xen Lounge news today. I'm thinking of a soulful singing duo of twin brothers, Todd and Troy Garner. They performed live at Xen Lounge, and one of them was lead vocalist singing a hit song by Teddy Pendergrass "Turn off the Lights". The tune and the music of the song was kept original, and they made it sound so awesome. Xen Lounge is always filled with great sound. It's wonderful to hear the duo of Pullman Porters singing in memory of Teddy Pendergrass, and it's wonderful to have a cheerful crowd that enjoys live music at Xen Lounge.

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Jungle Boom is a Xen Lounge tale that I wrote. It is about a man who calls himself Man March X. He envies Duane Martin, the owner of Xen Lounge, and could see great things in him that no one else was really aware of. Not even Duane himself because he was a very content man owning a lounge. Man March X spoke riddles to Duane and overcrowded his lounge with marching men. He disturbed Duane's peaceful day.

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His name is Duane Martin.
Duane Martin is the key holder and could also be the door keeper of Xen Lounge. In lounge business, Duane may fly high like a dove and roar like a lion. He can do many things and could be called many lounge names. Duane is Lion Key because he holds the keys to Xen Lounge.

There are red double doors in studio city California, and today they are opened to anyone who would like to come in. Xen Lounge is full of celebration. You can always make a reservation. It is said that Xen is the best lounge in LA. I'm Gail Nobles. Dine at Xen Lounge today.

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