Renowned bassist Rhonda Smith—best known for her groundbreaking work with Prince and The New Power Generation—joins Musicians Reveal with Joe Kelley to discuss her acclaimed solo album Intellipop. In this rare 2000 interview, she opens up about stepping into the spotlight, using the bass as a melodic instrument, and the spiritual and social themes behind her song “Mother Earth.” A timeless conversation with one of music’s most innovative bassists.Guest:Rhonda Smith → <a href="https://www.rhondasmith.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.rhondasmith.com</a>More from Musicians Reveal with Joe Kelley:📺 YouTube → <a href="https://youtube.com/@musiciansreveal" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://youtube.com/@musiciansreveal</a>📻 24/7 Funk, Soul & Prince Universe Radio → https://live365.com/station/Musicians-Reveal-Radio-a25049 🌐 Official Website → <a href="https://musiciansreveal.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://musiciansreveal.com</a>Available on: 🎵 Spotify → <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/1rQAZZt" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://open.spotify.com/show/1rQAZZt</a> 🍏 Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/musicians-reveal-with-joe-kelley

Renowned bassist Rhonda Smith—best known for her groundbreaking work with Prince and The New Power Generation—joins Musicians Reveal with Joe Kelley to discuss her acclaimed solo album Intellipop. In this rare 2000 interview, she opens up about stepping into the spotlight, using the bass as a melodic instrument, and the spiritual and social themes behind her song “Mother Earth.” A timeless conversation with one of music’s most innovative bassists. Guest: Rhonda Smith → https://www.rhondasmith.com More from Musicians Reveal with Joe Kelley: 📺 YouTube → https://youtube.com/@musiciansreveal 📻 24/7 Funk, Soul & Prince Universe Radio → https://live365.com/station/Musicians-Reveal-Radio-a25049 🌐 Official Website → https://musiciansreveal.com Available on: 🎵 Spotify → https://open.spotify.com/show/1rQAZZt 🍏 Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/musicians-reveal-with-joe-kelley

Renowned bassist Rhonda Smith—best known for her groundbreaking work with Prince and The New Power Generation—joins Musicians Reveal with Joe Kelley to discuss her acclaimed solo album Intellipop. In this rare 2000 interview, she opens up about stepping into the spotlight, using the bass as a melodic instrument, and the spiritual and social themes behind her song “Mother Earth.” A timeless conversation with one of music’s most innovative bassists.Guest:Rhonda Smith → <a href="https://www.rhondasmith.com" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.rhondasmith.com</a>More from Musicians Reveal with Joe Kelley:📺 YouTube → <a href="https://youtube.com/@musiciansreveal" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://youtube.com/@musiciansreveal</a>📻 24/7 Funk, Soul &amp; Prince Universe Radio → https://live365.com/station/Musicians-Reveal-Radio-a25049 🌐 Official Website → <a href="https://musiciansreveal.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://musiciansreveal.com</a>Available on: 🎵 Spotify → <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/1rQAZZt" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://open.spotify.com/show/1rQAZZt</a> 🍏 Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/musicians-reveal-with-joe-kelley

Rhonda Smith on Prince, The New Power Generation, and Her Vision Behind Intellipop (2000)

Since 1982, Musicians Reveal with Joe Kelley has spotlighted iconic and rising artists in funk, soul, R&B, and Prince’s musical family.

From its roots on NPR affiliate WVOF 88.5 FM to its thriving YouTube channel (14.3K+ subscribers, 5.6M+ views), the show delivers soulful, in-depth interviews with legends and unsung pioneers alike.

🎤 Hosted by Veteran music host and interviewer Joe Kelley, the show has featured:

Rock & Roll Hall of Famers & Grammy winners

Larry Graham, Mavis Staples, Patrice Rushen, Victor Wooten, Cyndi Lauper

Members of Prince’s Revolution, New Power Generation, The Time, and more

Icons from Zapp, Cameo, P-Funk, and beyond

🎶 In 2004, Prince featured Musicians Reveal on his NPG Music Club and invited Joe to premiere his One Nite Alone… box set in 2002—before any other media outlet.

New interviews weekly.
🎧 Listen and Watch now and explore music history with the artists who shaped it.
🎧 More from Musicians Reveal with Joe Kelley:

YouTube (Full Interviews + Daily Content): https://www.youtube.com/@musiciansreveal  
🎶 NEW! Musicians Reveal Radio on Live365 (24/7 Artist Music & Archives): https://live365.com/station/Musicians-Reveal-Radio-a25049  
Website (Episodes, Guest Info, and Contact): https://musiciansreveal.com  
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1rQAZZtdU2cZB6EeleSZ8J  
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/musicians-reveal/id1545165178

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Since 1982, Musicians Reveal with Joe Kelley has spotlighted iconic and rising artists in funk, soul, R&B, and Prince’s musical family. From its roots on NPR affiliate WVOF 88.5 FM to its thriving YouTube channel (14.3K+ subscribers, 5.6M+ views), the show delivers soulful, in-depth interviews with legends and unsung pioneers alike. 🎤 Hosted by Veteran music host and interviewer Joe Kelley, the show has featured: Rock & Roll Hall of Famers & Grammy winners Larry Graham, Mavis Staples, Patrice Rushen, Victor Wooten, Cyndi Lauper Members of Prince’s Revolution, New Power Generation, The Time, and more Icons from Zapp, Cameo, P-Funk, and beyond 🎶 In 2004, Prince featured Musicians Reveal on his NPG Music Club and invited Joe to premiere his One Nite Alone… box set in 2002—before any other media outlet. New interviews weekly. 🎧 Listen and Watch now and explore music history with the artists who shaped it. 🎧 More from Musicians Reveal with Joe Kelley: YouTube (Full Interviews + Daily Content): https://www.youtube.com/@musiciansreveal 🎶 NEW! Musicians Reveal Radio on Live365 (24/7 Artist Music & Archives): https://live365.com/station/Musicians-Reveal-Radio-a25049 Website (Episodes, Guest Info, and Contact): https://musiciansreveal.com Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1rQAZZtdU2cZB6EeleSZ8J Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/musicians-reveal/id1545165178

Since 1982, Musicians Reveal with Joe Kelley has spotlighted iconic and rising artists in funk, soul, R&amp;B, and Prince’s musical family.

From its roots on NPR affiliate WVOF 88.5 FM to its thriving YouTube channel (14.3K+ subscribers, 5.6M+ views), the show delivers soulful, in-depth interviews with legends and unsung pioneers alike.

🎤 Hosted by Veteran music host and interviewer Joe Kelley, the show has featured:

Rock &amp; Roll Hall of Famers &amp; Grammy winners

Larry Graham, Mavis Staples, Patrice Rushen, Victor Wooten, Cyndi Lauper

Members of Prince’s Revolution, New Power Generation, The Time, and more

Icons from Zapp, Cameo, P-Funk, and beyond

🎶 In 2004, Prince featured Musicians Reveal on his NPG Music Club and invited Joe to premiere his One Nite Alone… box set in 2002—before any other media outlet.

New interviews weekly.
🎧 Listen and Watch now and explore music history with the artists who shaped it.
🎧 More from Musicians Reveal with Joe Kelley:

YouTube (Full Interviews + Daily Content): https://www.youtube.com/@musiciansreveal  
🎶 NEW! Musicians Reveal Radio on Live365 (24/7 Artist Music &amp; Archives): https://live365.com/station/Musicians-Reveal-Radio-a25049  
Website (Episodes, Guest Info, and Contact): https://musiciansreveal.com  
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1rQAZZtdU2cZB6EeleSZ8J  
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/musicians-reveal/id1545165178

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