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. Follow us on social media @queuepointspod everywhere.
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From Patti LaBelle To Lil' Kim How Cyndi Lauper and 'Time After Time' Connected with Black Audiences
Episode 157
Tuesday, September 17, 2024 • Duration 19:45
In this episode of Queue Points podcast, DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray explore the impact of Cyndi Lauper's music on Black audiences, specifically focusing on her iconic track 'Time After Time'. They discuss Cyndi's career journey, her colorful persona, and her collaborations with Black music legends like Patti LaBelle and Lil' Kim. The episode dives into the cultural significance and emotional resonance of 'Time After Time' and how it became a beloved anthem with all audiences, including in Black culture. Tune in to learn more about Cyndi Lauper's connection to Black music history and the stories behind her timeless hit.
Join host DJ Sir Daniel as he continues his journey into the vibrant history of Atlanta's Black gay nightlife. In this episode he sits down with Clinton Jolliffi, affectionately known as CeeJay. From his beginnings in Detroit to becoming a legendary icon in the ballroom scene, CeeJay shares his journey of creating inclusive spaces for gay men of all sizes, in particular, Black gay men of size in Atlanta.
I Come Alive: Stories of Black Gay Atlanta Nightlife strives to tell the stories of Atlanta's gay nightlife from the perspective of the people who lived it.
Nitty Scott On Activism and the Stage: Discussing this year’s Banjee Boombox festival
Thursday, August 1, 2024 • Duration 28:02
This bonus episode of Queue Points focuses on the Banjee Boombox festival, a vibrant QTBIPOC celebration of diverse voices in music and art. Our special guest, Nitty Scott, discusses her journey as an activist and hip-hop artist, the evolution of female representation in the industry, and the importance of creating inclusive spaces like Banjee Boombox. Join us as we delve into the challenges and triumphs of being a woman in hip-hop and the significance of community and solidarity.
Nitty Scott is an Afro-Latina recording artist, poet, influencer and social justice advocate via NYC. Born in Grand Rapids, Michigan, she later moved to Florida and attended art school as a creative writing major before leaving to Brooklyn, New York at age 17. Scott first popped up on radars when a video of her freestyling over Kanye West’s track “Monster” went viral, which led to an appearance at the 2011 BET Hip Hop Awards Cypher. She then released her debut mixtape The Cassette Chronicles in 2011, followed by The Boombox Diaries, Vol. 1 EP in 2012, and her debut album The Art Of Chill in 2014.
In 2016, she contributed to the score for the Paramount Pictures film Zoolander 2, became an official SPRITE P.O.U.R. artist and the face of the Miller Lite Kickback Series. She later joined the Salaam Remi-produced collective No Panty with fellow spitters Joell Ortiz and Bodega Bamz to release the project Westside Highway Story. In 2017, Scott released her critically acclaimed love letter to Afro-Latina femme hood — Creature! — along with the accompanying short film “La Diaspora”, which garnished 2 million views on YouTube. Her track “BBYGRL” was also chosen by Jessica Williams and Phoebe Robinson for their HBO comedy series 2 Dope Queens. In late 2019, she was featured on Gangstarr’s latest album, One Of The Best Yet on “Get Together” featuring Ne-Yo and the late Guru, produced by DJ Premier.
Country Queens: Tina Turner, Cassandra Wilson, Tanya Trotter (Country Music Series Pt. 4)
Episode 75
Friday, October 28, 2022 • Duration 42:49
Thanks to Carnegie Hall for sponsoring a portion of this episode. Carnegie Hall presents Rhiannon Giddens: Songs of Our Native Daughters on November 4, 2022 at 8PM. To purchase tickets visit: https://qpnt.net/giddens. #Ad #Sponsored
Queue Points is proud to present part 4 of our Country music series featuring Mike “Big Mike” Bryant. We had so much more ground that we wanted to cover so Big Mike is back to help us unpack the impact of Black musicians on Country music. There’s so much to cover, and we only scratch the surface.
For this episode DJ Sir Daniel, Jay Ray and Big Mike wrap up their country music series by discussing three albums featuring Black women that expand on the genre of Country - Tina Turner’s debut album “Tina Turns the Country On!,” Cassandra Wilson’s “New Moon Daughter” and The War and Treaty’s “Hearts Town.”
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For Love & Country (Country Music Series Part 3)
Episode 74
Friday, October 21, 2022 • Duration 51:43
Thanks to Carnegie Hall for sponsoring a portion of this episode. Carnegie Hall presents Rhiannon Giddens: Songs of Our Native Daughters on November 4, 2022 at 8PM. To purchase tickets visit: https://qpnt.net/giddens. #Ad #Sponsored
Queue Points is proud to present part 3 of our Country music series featuring Mike “Big Mike” Bryant. We had so much more ground that we wanted to cover so Big Mike is back to help us unpack the impact of Black musicians on Country music. There’s so much to cover, and we only scratch the surface.
For this episode we land on the amazing Amazon documentary For Love & Country. The film, directed by Joshua Kissi, features Black musicians revolutionizing Country music by being exactly who they are. The Queue Points crew dive in, and discuss the film and its implications.
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The Charley Pride Effect (Country Music Series Part 2)
Episode 73
Friday, October 14, 2022 • Duration 45:10
Thanks to Carnegie Hall for sponsoring a portion of this episode. Carnegie Hall presents Rhiannon Giddens: Songs of Our Native Daughters on November 4, 2022 at 8PM. To purchase tickets visit: https://qpnt.net/giddens. #Ad #Sponsored
Queue Points is proud to present part 2 of our Country music series featuring Mike “Big Mike” Bryant. For this episode we pick up where we left off with honoring the tremendous career of Charley Pride. Big Mike takes us deep into Mr. Pride’s career, and we learn so much about his life and his work, and why he was able to excel in Country music.
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DeFord Bailey, Grand Ole Opry and the Origins of Country (Country Music Series Part 1)
Episode 72
Thursday, October 6, 2022 • Duration 40:50
Thanks to Carnegie Hall for sponsoring a portion of this episode. Carnegie Hall presents Rhiannon Giddens: Songs of Our Native Daughters on November 4, 2022 at 8PM. To purchase tickets visit: https://qpnt.net/giddens. #Ad #Sponsored
Queue Points is proud to present part 1 of our Country music series featuring Mike “Big Mike” Bryant. We had so much more ground that we wanted to cover so Big Mike is back to help us unpack the impact of Black musicians on Country music. There’s so much to cover, and we only scratch the surface.
For this episode we discuss some of the origins of Country, and how Black artists are foundational to the genre. From artists like DeFord Bailey to Rufus “Tee Tot” Payne on this episode we center Black musicians in the music.
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The Machines Are Coming
Episode 71
Friday, September 30, 2022 • Duration 01:13:41
The news about FN Meka shocked many of us, but if we pull back the layers of it, the music industry has been test driving the idea of Blackness as an avatar for decades. What could this mean for our future, and how can we push back on it. On this episode we’re discussing artificial intelligence, holograms and Blackness in the music industry.
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Blood Lust: The music industry’s obsession with hip-hop conflict
Episode 70
Saturday, September 24, 2022 • Duration 01:20:07
Beef is as synonymous with hip-hop culture as the five elements themselves. From the earliest days rappers have had to prove who’s the best MC. Over the years raps on records have often turned into violence. Adding in the aspect of money, it can be a recipe for disaster. Join us for that discussion.
DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray will also reveal their top 3 dis records and discuss the nomination of Queue Points for Best Black Music Podcast.
Joining us to thread this delicate needle are two of our favorite music heads, Joshua Henry Jenkins and Michael Ward of Black, Gay, stuck at home. We’re going to discuss their upcoming event, what they’re currently listening to and more!
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In addition to her musical work, Nitty lends her voice to activism and various humanitarian campaigns, guest speaking at The Ray of Hope Walk, the Sadie Nash Foundation and panels at Yale and Princeton Universities, as well as performing at The United Nations Peace Day Concert in 2016. Other notable appearances include her live sets on The Chris Gethard Show, The Brooklyn Museum, The Kennedy Center in DC, the 2017 Afro-Latino Festival and the 2018 BBC Proms. Her flair with phonetics, bold identity and refreshing spirit has caught the attention of others in hip-hop, leading to collaborations and performances with the likes of Kendrick Lamar, Nas, Action Bronson, Zap Mama and Cardi B.
Whether she's releasing her music independently, touring internationally or engaged in community outreach, Nitty's work continues to evolve and expand as a promising lyricist, performer and future philanthropist.
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