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Queue Points

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  • Queue Points is the Black Podcasting Award and Ambie Award nominated music podcast that is dropping the needle on Black Music history and celebrating Black music through meaningful dialogue. The show is hosted by DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray. Visit https://queuepoints.com to learn more.
    2021-2024 Queue Points LLC
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  • Slow Jams, Intimacy and Lyrics That Touch the Soul (Guest: Latrice Sampson Richards)

    Slow Jams, Intimacy and Lyrics That Touch the Soul (Guest: Latrice Sampson Richards)
    Apr 30 2024

    In this episode of Queue Points Podcast, DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray are joined by special guest Latrice Sampson Richards. The conversation focuses on the themes of lyrics and intimacy in music, exploring personal and societal healing through slow jams and other styles of music. Latrice shares her thoughts on the emotional connections that music can foster, and the ability to help us collectively heal. The three share lyrics that have shaped their lives, revealing the deep connections they have with music and its power to express complex emotions.

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    Latrice Sampson Richards Bio

    Latrice Sampson Richards is an award-winning podcast producer, host, and speaker with a 14-year background as a dual-licensed mental health counselor. With an in-depth understanding of the human experience, Latrice creates content that blends thoughtfulness, healing, and entertainment, resonating deeply with audiences. Latrice has elevated the podcasting landscape by creating opportunities for podcasters and brands to connect with their audiences via immersive live events and shows through her production company, Pod Melanin. Her work is marked by collaboration with renowned brands such as Afros & Audio, Black Podcasters Association, Black Podcasting Awards, Women of Color Podcasters, Black Women Stitch, She Podcasts, Libsyn, Acast, and The Qube. She has curated live podcasting events and shows nationwide, serving as a catalyst for authentic connection and community building.

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    Email: support@latricesampsonrichards.com

    Topics: #SlowJams #SlowJamsCanHealUs #BlackPodcasters #BlackMusic #MusicPodcast

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    Mixcloud: https://mixcloud.com/thesirdaniel

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    Opening Theme: Music by Danya Vodovoz
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    54 mins
  • And The Beat Don't Stop: Empress Rah and Tosha Love on the Future of Hip Hop

    And The Beat Don't Stop: Empress Rah and Tosha Love on the Future of Hip Hop
    Apr 23 2024
    For Women’s History Month 2024, DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray hosted a live audience at JBs Record Lounge in Atlanta to celebrate the contributions of women to hip hop in Atlanta beyond. The hosts are joined by guests Tosha Love and Empress Rah, and they explore the changing landscape of music discovery from traditional radio to social media. The discussion covers a broad range of topics including Black music history, the significance of community and college radio in hip hop culture, and the necessary evolution towards honoring talent and creativity over mere record sales. Challenges and personal anecdotes from the industry highlight the importance of supporting genuine artists through new and grassroots means. The episode encapsulates the need for unity, respect, innovation in hip hop, and the role of technology in uncovering and promoting new talents, concluding with a call to action for listeners to engage with and support upcoming artists. Tosha Love Bio Tosha Love, also known as “The Dimepiece of Radio,” has had an illustrious career as the Assistant Program Director and Music Director at Atlanta’s V-103 for a decade. Tosha Love’s groundbreaking achievements include being the first female to hold the coveted positions of Assistant Program Director at V-103. Tosha’s impact extended beyond administrative roles. She played a pivotal role in introducing Hip-Hop to V-103, a station previously focused on R&B. She broke several hit records, including Mariah Carey’s “We Belong Together,” Tank’s “Maybe I Deserve,” Avant’s “Separated,” and Robin Thicke’s “Lost Without You.” She also championed Atlanta artists like Jagged Edge, 112, Outkast, Sammy, Lloyd and Jarvis. Currently, you can find Tosha Love dabbling in television as the "Music Industry Insider" on The Culture with Farajji Muhammad airing on the Roland Martin BlackStar Network. Empress Rah Bio Empress Rah is an Atlanta-based Open Format DJ, creative, and entrepreneur, bringing a diverse, eclectic energy that undoubtedly unites people from different backgrounds under one sound. As a deep music lover and advocate for her culture, she plays an integral role in the vibrant music community and is one of the driving forces behind Controllerise, a renowned community music collective. Empress Rah is known for fusing genre-bending sounds that create a lasting impression for her audience. Her vibe is as powerful as her name suggests, and no matter the occasion or event, after an encounter with her music, you will know what it means to 'Live in the Moment.'" Topics: #WomensHistoryMonth #BlackWomen #HipHop #MusicBusiness #BlackPodcasters #BlackMusic #MusicPodcast Become a Queue Points Insider: https://qpnt.net/insiders Get More In Queue Points Magazine: https://qpnt.net/magazine Subscribe & Review Us on Apple Podcasts: https://qpnt.net/applepodcasts Review us on Podchaser: https://qpnt.net/podchaser Subscribe on Spotify: https://qpnt.net/spotify Follow Us On Social Media Facebook: https://facebook.com/queuepointspod Instagram: https://instagram.com/queuepointspod Twitter: https://twitter.com/queuepointspod TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@queuepointspod Follow DJ Sir Daniel On Social Media Facebook: https://facebook.com/djsirdaniel Instagram : https://instagram.com/djsirdaniel Twitter: https://twitter.com/djsirdaniel Mixcloud: https://mixcloud.com/thesirdaniel Follow Jay Ray On Social Media Facebook: https://facebook.com/jayrayisthename Instagram : https://instagram.com/jayrayisthename Twitter https://twitter.com/jayrayisthename Opening Theme: Music by Danya Vodovoz
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    1 hr and 17 mins
  • The Art and Business of Songwriting (Guest: Brian Patrick Davis)

    The Art and Business of Songwriting (Guest: Brian Patrick Davis)
    Apr 16 2024

    In this episode of Queue Points, hosts DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray are joined by guest Brian Patrick Davis, a digital artist, creative director and songwriter. The discussion provides a deep dive into the nuances of songwriting, music creation, and navigating the music business. Brian shares his journey and the importance of collaboration, giving practical advice to aspiring songwriters on protecting their work and emphasizing the value of honest and genuine songwriting. They also address the challenges songwriters face within the industry, including publishing and credit disputes, highlighting the need for fairness and a potential union for creatives. Brian offers a nuanced perspective on songwriting and the music industry, making it an enlightening episode for music creators and enthusiasts alike.

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    Brian Patrick Davis Bio:

    Brian Patrick Davis is a full-time digital artist and admitted nerd with over ten years of experience working as a creative force in the music industry. Born and raised in Atlanta, Georgia, Brian got an early leg up into the city's tight-knit creative community.

    Brian has a large variety of interests, ranging from film, photography, creative writing and cooking. He loves Starbucks, Thai food, karaoke and is a proud studio rat, frequently writing, recording and vocal producing with several producers and some of the industry’s brightest singer-songwriters. As a digital artist and creative director, he is heavily inspired and moved by music. The compositions and lyrics vividly paint pictures that he communicates visually with vibrant colors and provocative imagery. With digital artwork and prints, he expresses the clear correlation between aesthetic and sound.

    Davis lives in Atlanta, Georgia, where he continues to work and innovate with his team, the creative collective Etcetera Production Group. Though known for his infectious personality and fast-talk, Brian has always been a little camera shy. Joining the ranks of his amazing co-hosts at The CrewLuv Show, Ace and HD, has been a welcomed new and exciting challenge.

    Topics: #Songwriting #Publishing #BrianPatrickDavis #MusicBusiness #BlackPodcasters #BlackMusic #MusicPodcast

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    Follow DJ Sir Daniel On Social Media

    Facebook: https://facebook.com/djsirdaniel

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    Mixcloud: https://mixcloud.com/thesirdaniel

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    Opening Theme: Music by Danya Vodovoz
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    52 mins
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