VHC (Vibes, History & Culture)

In this episode, I am taking you on a journey into the music and artists of the genre of K-Pop. From the interesting origin story of the genre which began in the early 1990s in South Korea to the wave of artists who found popular through social media by the 2010s to now where South Korea is named number six as a major music market. We’re exploring it all including the megastar groups like BTS, Blackpink and Stray Kids and just how popular they have made the genre all over the world.

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In this episode, I’m chatting with Charleston, SC based artist, Matt Hancock a synthpop/synthwave artist who goes by the stage name, “DECO-LUXE”. I’m chatting with him about his musical journey from his early musical beginnings as a guitarist to joining the military which led to an injury that then turned into him redefining himself as a musician and artist which includes developing his own musical style and sound.

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In this episode, I’m taking you on a deep dive into the music of the sophomore release, of singer and actress, Vanessa Williams, her classic 1991 album, “The Comfort Zone”. We’re exploring the rich mixtures of sound and genres which includes, Jazz, Hip-Hop, R&B, Dance House, Soul and Funk which highlights Williams’ incredible musical and artistic range as well as the impact of the iconic hits and showing love and appreciation for the deep cuts as well.

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In this episode, I’m taking you on a deep dive into the music of R&B icon, Monica! So many iconic tunes and moments as we take the journey into Monica’s early musical upbringing rooted in Gospel music as well as her powerful voice and unique musical style and artistry. We’ll also give love to some of the underrated tunes and celebrated the awesome classics of Monica as well.

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In this episode, I’m taking you on a deep dive into the music that helped make the iconic series, “A Different World” what it was within African American culture. I wanted to take this musical journey of this iconic show in light of the sequel series on Netflix. The OG series ran from 1987 to 1993 telling the story of a fictional HBCU (Historical Black College & University) and within those years, the show explored different issues of Black culture and community and at times through the lens of musical and dance. And we’re exploring the episodes and moments that also connects with how Black music is foundational to HBCU students and campus life.

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In this episode, we’re celebrating the 50th Anniversary of Stevie Wonder’s masterpiece album, “Songs in the Key Of Life” which was released, September 28, 1976. We are taking a deep dive into the impact of this great album and it’s great reach which includes the pioneering of the synthesizer sound. We’re also exploring the album’s influence on contemporary artists including the songs sampled from some of hip-hop’s biggest names and much more.

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In this episode, I am chatting with country artist, Dave McElroy based out of Nashville, but originally from Green Bay, Wisconsin. Dave is sharing with us his musical journey which includes some very unique musical influences with includes Prince and Kris Kristofferson and more. He also shares what is the important elements that make country music what it is and so much more.

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In this episode, I am chatting with Mike Gomoll of Joey’s Song, a musical event in Wisconsin that he founded in honor of his late son, Joey who died of Epilepsy. The event brings some big names in rock music to help bring awareness and raise funds for the fight against Epilepsy! Mike and I discuss in detail about the event Joey’s Song for the coming year, the artists who perform and the continued fight and efforts to bring awareness and finding a cure for Epilepsy.

In this episode, we are paying a special tribute to the one and only, The “Queen of Country Music”, Dolly Parton who recently passed away at the age of 80. We’re celebrating her magnificent life as well as her incredible musical journey, artistry, influence and impact on music and culture.

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In this episode, I had the chance to chat with Los Angeles based musician, singer and songwriter, Jake Cassman about his musical journey which includes who initially studied political science in college before transferring to a music school then went on to start his own band called Drunken Logic to his starting his own solo career in music.

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