🎙️ This week on Soul of the Streets, Merce joins G Waterz for a conversation about her journey with Jazzyfatnastees, working alongside The Roots and helping create Black Lily, the legendary space that nurtured artists including Jill Scott, Jazmine Sullivan, Floetry and more.

They discuss navigating loss and motherhood, transforming grief into resilience and renewal, and taking creative control of her new album, Alive. Merce also reveals the empowering message behind her single “My Guy” and what it means to find confidence in her own voice.

This interview is about legacy, survival and making every moment count.

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🎙️ This week on Soul of the Streets, G Waterz presents Soul Labor: Music of Love, an R&B experience connecting legendary voices, today’s soul artists and the next generation of music deserving to be heard.

The playlist moves through the timeless soul of Meli’sa Morgan, the unmistakable energy of Monifah and the emotional honesty of Lizzen, while Jeff Redd and SemajB bring two different generations of storytelling into the same musical space.

Lalah Hathaway, Merce, A-Natural and Eric Benét continue the journey with songs centered on love, distance, vulnerability and reflection.

The episode closes with a special tribute to two-time Grammy-winning artist Cassandra Wilson following her recent passing. Her interpretation of “Time After Time” honors the singular voice, musical freedom and genre-crossing artistry that made her an irreplaceable part of Black music.

This playlist is about love, legacy and discovery, keeping established voices and independent artists in the same conversation without separating the past from what is being created right now.

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🎧 This week on Soul of the Streets, Street Presence brings together established names and rising voices delivering raw energy, undeniable confidence, and music built for the streets.

The playlist features Cardi B turning up the pressure with “Ah Ha,” Bay Swag standing firm on “F**k Your Opinion,” Sleepy Savage bringing the intensity on “Zipped,” and BabyChiefDoIt showing another side with “Ghetto Love Story.”

The energy continues with G-Lloyd joining Big Chief on “Cream,” HBBenii connecting with Lil Zay Osama for “Super Freak,” Jack Babi Jay slippin into his latest release, and OnPointLikeOP linking with Kay Glizz for “Getting the Mula.” King Beamo steps out sharp with “Suit & Tie,” while Jayy V Vondon represents with “Don of the City.”

Street Presence is where recognizable names meet the next wave of artists commanding attention through authentic stories, hard production, and music that speaks for itself.

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🎙️ This week on Soul of the Streets, West Coast hip hop legend Big Hutch aka Cold 187um joins G Waterz for a conversation about Above the Law, the creation of G-Funk, artistic evolution and protecting a legacy built across decades.

Big Hutch explains how Above the Law developed its signature sound, why the group’s contribution to G-Funk is sometimes overlooked and what he learned from Dr. Dre and Eazy-E during his years at Ruthless Records.

He also reflects on classic albums including “Livin’ Like Hustlers” and “Uncle Sam’s Curse,” working with Tupac before he became an icon and the importance of creating trends instead of following them.

Hutch opens up about his latest album, “Gangsta & Elegant,” the evolution of the gangster rapper and his new G-Soul sound, which blends live instrumentation, soul, personal testimony and his street foundation.

This conversation is about originality, survival, longevity and doing it your own way.

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🎙️ This week on Soul of the Streets, G Waterz presents Urban Legends: Rhythmic Blues, an R&B experience connecting legendary voices, today’s soul artists and the next generation of music deserving to be heard.

The playlist moves through the timeless power of Diana Ross, the rich musicianship of Lalah Hathaway featuring J. Ivy and the emotional harmony of Boyz II Men, while introducing equally intentional selections from Darnel Alexander, José Quervo, Chekera and DDemons.

Fivio Foreign featuring The Fire Choir brings faith and purpose into the mix before the episode closes with Whitney Houston and Dolly Parton, two generations connected through “I Will Always Love You.”

This playlist is about legacy, discovery and keeping the full identity of Black music visible through voices both known and unknown.

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🎧🔥 This week on Soul of the Streets, G Waterz presents Street Motion, a Hip Hop playlist driven by ambition, authentic bars, nonstop hustle, and music that keeps the culture moving.

Featuring music from Meek Mill, Remy Ma, Cardi B, Fivio Foreign, Cold187um, G-Lloyd, Jack Babi Jay, BabyChiefDoIt, Passport General, and HB Benii, Street Motion connects established voices with today’s rising artists in one complete listening experience.

From motivational records and street anthems to melodic vibes and raw storytelling, this playlist represents progress, purpose, and artists putting real motion behind their music.

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🎙️ This week on Soul of the Streets, A-Natural joins G Waterz for a conversation about his musical journey, creative growth, and latest album, Substance.

They discuss the inspiration behind “GTA” and “Distance,” his approach to songwriting and production, navigating the industry independently, and creating music with real feeling and purpose.

This interview is about evolution, consistency, and building a catalog that lasts.

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This week on Soul of the Streets, G Waterz presents Soul Control, an R&B playlist built around timeless rhythm, emotional storytelling, grown energy, and the new voices continuing the culture.

Featuring music from Janet Jackson, Melvin Edmonds Jr., Monifah, Lizzen, Ready For The World, Aja Maria, Lalah Hathaway, A-Natural, Avery Wilson, and Chekera, Soul Control brings legendary names, established favorites, and rising R&B talent together in one complete listening experience.

From classic records that helped define generations to today’s independent artists creating their own lane, this playlist celebrates the past, present, and future of R&B without losing the soul at the center.

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🎤🔥 This week on Soul of the Streets, G Waterz presents Progress in Motion, a Hip Hop playlist built around ambition, perseverance, momentum, and the grind behind every win.

Featuring music from Meek Mill, Cardi B, G-Lloyd, Fivio Foreign, Jaewon, HB Benii, Cold187um, Remy Ma, ShotByCuz, BabyChief, Dyce Payso, Passport General, Trigga500k, Neek Bucks, and Keyz.Z, Progress in Motion brings established names, respected veterans, and rising independent artists together in one high-energy listening experience.

From records about survival and elevation to street anthems, hustle music, and songs made for the next level, this playlist is about continuing to move forward no matter where you started.

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🎙️ This week on Soul of the Streets, singer, songwriter and producer Melvin Edmonds Jr. joins G Waterz for a personal conversation about music, family, legacy, independence and carving out his own identity in R&B.

In this interview, Melvin reflects on growing up within the legendary Edmonds musical family, the impact of his late father Melvin Edmonds of After 7, and the influence of his uncle Babyface while explaining how those experiences helped shape his own creative direction.

He also talks about developing his sound, staying true to himself as an artist, the importance of ownership and independence, and the stories behind records including “Cosmo Love,” “Miss Independent” and “Your Love Is Something.”

Melvin opens up about his Michael Jackson influence, Edmonds Music Inc., his upcoming album and documentary, and why building his own lane matters just as much as honoring the legacy that came before him.

This conversation is about family, purpose, individuality, musical legacy and continuing the Edmonds name while creating something that is completely his own.

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