Rhythm & Blues. Gospel. Hip Hop. Rock & Roll. These genres are the soundtrack and backdrop to the black experience. They speak to us, and we speak through them literally and physically as instruments that help us say it loud, we’re black and we're proud. 

On this episode of the Jigsaw, Josh and Bryan close out United Negro Music Appreciation month by inviting the multi-talented and hyphenated Steve Epting to the Living Room to discuss his transition from the church choir stand, to arenas performing with icons and legends. Also, he answers the question of if Hip Hop & R&B are dead and if so, how can they be resurrected. 

Oh, and someone said that Beyoncé could never measure up to Ashanti. Find out who. 

Follow and connect with Steve Epting on IG @needfor_steve or at his business page @livenowculture

Bless Up Report: Boyesh Brand - Reginald Justilien

Song of the Week: Steve Epting - Willing 

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Black is sacred. Blackness is sanctified, and with the continued commercialization of holidays celebrating our culture, we must do all we can to protect and hold true to our Blackness.

Josh and Bryan step into the Living Room to discuss how Blackness should be honored and always valued and what it means to engage in self-care as Black people.

Also, you need to hear an update from last week's listener letter.

And the guys drag Candace Owens while getting caught up on some musical classics early in the episode.

Bless Up Report: The Candid Professional - Corbin J. Pickett

Song of the Week: Cry For You - Jodeci

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It's African American Music Appreciation Month, or as we call it, National Negro Music Appreciation Month.

In honor of the time, we decided to do an entire episode dedicated to the best era of music, 90s R&B.

Tap in with this special bonus episode and find out why we believe men don't beggin' music anymore.

Also, it's only the Living Room and a few other special segments. Catch y'all soon!

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Life is lifing, and that means we are STILL on break. But don't leave. We have a dope episode for you.

Take some time and listen to this dope episode about how we value and honor mothers. Be sure to follow us on all socials, give your boys those five-star ratings, and leave some dope, positive reviews.

Remember, all you can do is what you can, while you can in the very best way that you can. But please, whatever you do, don't get caught with your work undone.

Life is lifing, and that means we are on a quick break.

Take some time and listen to this dope episode about jobs with our friend John Campbell. Be sure to follow us on all socials, give your boys those five-star ratings, and leave some dope, positive reviews.

Remember, all you can do is what you can, while you can in the very best way that you can. But please, whatever you do, don't get caught with your work undone.