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EPISODE · Mar 30, 2026 · 1H 28M

Abdul Ra’oof Breaks Down The S.O.S. Band Legacy, Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis

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What really happened behind the scenes of one of R&B’s most iconic groups? 👀🎶In this episode of Stop, Look & Listen, host LeTroy Gardner sits down with Abdul Ra’oof of The S.O.S. Band to uncover the untold stories behind the music that defined a generation.From falling in love with music in junior high 🎺 to becoming the voice behind timeless records, Abdul shares his journey—from Albany, Georgia roots to joining S.O.S. in Atlanta after passing on an early opportunity with The Commodores 😳He also reveals how working with legendary producers Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis transformed the group’s sound, leading to classics like “Just Be Good to Me” and “Tell Me If You Still Care.” 🎧🔥💬 "We knew the sound was changing… and it changed everything."Abdul discusses:✨ The making of “Take Your Time (Do It Right)”✨ The Jam & Lewis era and sonic evolution✨ Touring and Tabu Records behind the scenes✨ Mary Davis stepping away✨ Becoming a legacy act in today’s music landscape✨ The truth about sampling and modern R&B✨ What really happened to R&B bands Plus, he shares what’s next, including new music from a special side project featuring members of the band.🔗 Connect with The S.O.S. Band:Website: https://www.thesosband.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@THESOSBANDInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealsosband/🎙️ Join LeTroy Gardner and the Stop, Look & Listen community for more incredible conversations:🌐 www.pushplaypods.com

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