On this episode of Total R&B, legendary vocalist Karen Bernod shares her remarkable journey from Brooklyn beginnings to collaborating with icons like Whitney Houston, Chaka Khan, D'Angelo, and Erykah Badu. She discusses her upcoming album, Iris, a heartfelt tribute to her mother, and reflects on resilience, artistic authenticity, longevity in music, and the lessons that shaped her career. Karen also explores musical legacy, live performance culture, technology’s impact on music, and her upcoming Mother’s Day celebration at City Winery. A soulful conversation filled with wisdom, inspiration, and deep love for the craft.

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