🎧Episode 115: Fusion Groove, Earth Wind & Fire Energy & Heartfelt Classics

Episode 115 leans into groove-driven musicianship, classic R&B energy, and songs that hit deeper than their chart positions might suggest.Jonathan opens with a sleek, rhythm-forward selection from George Duke, blending jazz-fusion chops with undeniable funk sensibility. Curtis follows with a vibrant, horn-driven track from Earth, Wind & Fire, delivering signature energy, tight arrangements, and that unmistakable blend of soul and precision.In the category songs, Jonathan brings a #1 In Our Hearts selection from Lionel Richie, a song defined by warmth, sincerity, and timeless melody. Curtis closes with a Covers pick from Jaye P. Morgan—an unexpected choice for many listeners, given that she’s often more closely associated with The Gong Show than with reinterpretations of soulful classics.Fusion grooves, classic soul craftsmanship, and songs that continue to resonate—Episode 115 keeps things smooth, heartfelt, and deeply musical.Curtis Gross is a self-employed video editor.Jonathan Workman is an adult learning consultant based in Wichita, KS.---Make sure you are subscribed to Why Is This So Hard For You. Type Why Is This So Hard For You in your podcast provider, hit that subscription button, and leave us a five-star review. This will make it easier for other podcast listeners to find the podcast.---The intro music is the first 30 seconds of the Ornette Coleman tune "Song X" fed into AI software that attempts to output the song to a solo piano transcription. The outro music is the first 30 seconds of Sonny Rollins' version of the tune "St. Thomas" fed into the same software.