The Byrd's Nest

DJ Vernell Byrd and Co-Host DJ Lori Branch take a deep look into the phenomenon of the WBMX Hot Mix 5, what they meant to Chicago and to House Music in general. This is Episode 1 of a 4 part series. This episode features interviews and a mix by Ralph "Rockin" Rosario from September of 1984. This episode features Research Producer, Jason Reagan, DJ Scooter B and Lauren Lowery, Archivist for the Modern Dance Music Research and Archiving Foundation.The music used is for promotional use only. We don't own the rights to it. send correspondence to [email protected] a Producer by making a donation at patreon.com/thebyrdsnest

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Addicted (Reggie Steele Mix) by Sheree Hicks.  https://amzn.to/3biMzHo (https://amzn.to/3biMzHo)

Let No Man Put Asunder by First Choice. https://amzn.to/3bklXFN (https://amzn.to/3bklXFN)

Waiting on my Angel by Jamie Principle https://amzn.to/3qo4Tmw ( https://amzn.to/3qo4Tmw)

Disco Circus by Martin Circus. https://amzn.to/30iMVYb (https://amzn.to/30iMVYb)

A candid conversation between DJ Vernell Byrd and Artist and Music Legend Sheree Hicks with a live in-studio mix of Sheree's Music.

heree Hicks is an undercover, music industry legend. She is known for her vocal ability, vocal arrangements, and mainly her writing skills. She has been in the industry professionally for over 25 years and has not skipped a beat. She is seasoned, yet fresh and current for soul music. Her personal sound is very smooth, soulful, and soothing to the ear, however; she is one of the most versatile women in the industry.

This bio is courtesy Makin Moves out of the UK - For more info on Makin Moves or to read the rest of the bio go to[ http://www.makin-moves.co.uk/sheree-hicks

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After 30 years in music, our guest DJ Emmaculate has found himself releasing music on T's Box records, producing for artists in multiple genres and enjoying life as a top tier DJ. Join us for a candid conversation between DJ Vernell Byrd and DJ Emmaculate with a live in-studio mix of House Music. This episode includes some explicit language.

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A candid conversation between DJ Vernell Byrd and DJ and DJ Lil John of 106.3FM with a live in-studio mix of House Music. This episode includes some explicit language.

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Oh how the tables have turned...DJ Vernell Byrd interviews the interviewer, DJ Lori Branch. She's a House Music Pioneer, Premier DJ and the Host of Vintage House on WNUR-FM. Join Lori and Vernell for a great conversation followed by an even better mix.

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A candid conversation between DJ Vernell Byrd and DJ Peace RTG with a live in-studio mix of House Music.

In 1983 Michael Jackson introduced us to the moonwalk, Marvin Gaye did a soulful rendition of the Star Spangled banner before the NBA All Star Game and Peace became fascinated by the sounds of Disco. Disco made way for House and the rest is melodic history. Back then, House wasn’t just the music you played, House was a lifestyle and Peace was living it.

From digging for vinyl at record shops like Imports, Loop Records, 2nd Hand Tunes, Doctor Wax, Grammaphone and every place in between, to fine-tuning his innovative style that inspires listeners to an intoxicating tipping point, Peace is also known as the Underground Legend. His still popular Disco Definition series introduced the world to the edits and blends he is noted for.

With Disco as the foundation, today his sound has evolved to include Soulful House, Afro House, Afro-Tech House, Tribal House, Deep House, Underground and Vintage classics to send one unified message: Music heals and soothes the soul.

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A candid conversation between DJ Vernell Byrd and DJ Stacy Kidd with a live in-studio mix of House Music.

3 Time Gold Selling Producer Stacy Kidd is one of Chicago's Great Producers and most Prolific, releasing tracks on labels such as Dance Mania, Circuit, Defected, Warner Music Group, Peacefrog, Ministry Of Sound, Huge, Riviera, Dust Traxx, Daddy, After Midnight, Moody, Celebrity, ChicagoSoundSource, Tilted, Yellorange, Kailash, Bumpin City, Basement Boys, Real Right, Dirty Muzik, DiY, Underground Trax, Kenlou/Maw Records, Camouflage, Classic, After School, Smooth Agent, Red Hot, Odds & Ends, Muzique Boutique, Rhythm Life, Hudd Traxx, Headstone, and his own Label House 4 Life Records!!!!

He has worked with and remixed music for some of the top artist/producers/dj's in the Industry like Louie Vega, Terry Hunter, DJ Sneak, Mark Farina, Barbara Tucker, Byron Stingly, Frankie Knuckles, Paul Johnson, Daft Punk, DJ Fudge, Kenny Dope, DJ Jazzy Jeff, Derrick Carter, Bob Sinclar, Gene Farris, Dennis Ferrer, Dawn Tallman, Sheila Ford, DJ Spen, Kenny Bobien, Tony Humphries, Roger Sanchez, just a name of few!!!

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A candid conversation between DJ Vernell Byrd and House Music Legend Joe Smooth with a live in-studio mix of House Music. Besides writing the first House Music Anthem "Promised Land", Joe has gone on to create over 1000 songs, DJ's internationally and owns 4 record labels.

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A candid conversation between DJ Vernell Byrd and DJ and Grammy Award Winning DJ Maurice Joshua with a live in-studio mix of House Music. This episode includes some explicit language.

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A candid conversation between DJ Vernell Byrd and Grammy Award winning Producer and DJ Hula Mahone with a live in-studio mix of House Music. It's not everyday that a legend in House Music discusses where it all began, the origins of classics like THE PERCOLATOR and how the world sees House Music.

This episode includes some explicit language.

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