Music & Medicine

Jesse Campbell is an American R&B singer. He was a member of Team Christina in the second season of the American television talent show The Voice.in 1994 he signed with Underworld / Capitol Records releasing an album entitled Never Let You Go, which reached No. 53 on the Billboard R&B Albums chart.[1][2] The album spawned two charting singles, "When U Cry I Cry" and "Baby, Baby, Baby". He performed on national television shows such as The Tonight Show and BET's Video Soul. He performed internationally traveling to South and Central America, UK, Eastern Europe, South Africa, Asia, Russia, Belarus, China, Hong Kong, Vietnam, Italy, Denmark, Trinidad & Tobago and Mexico. He also recorded the song "Where Is the Love" for the soundtrack to the film Dead Presidents. In 2012, he auditioned singing Leon Russell's "A Song for You". All four judges (Adam Levine, CeeLo Green, Christina Aguilera and Blake Shelton) hit the "I Want You" button for him. He chose to be part of the team of Christina Aguilera. In the Battle round, he was put against Anthony Evans, another R&B/gospel singer. In a duet, they sang the Alicia Keys song "If I Ain't Got You". He won over Evans and advanced to the live shows. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Felton C Pilate II is an American singer, #songwriter @multiinstrumentalist and record producer known as a member of the 1970s and 1980s funk/R&B band #confunkshun As a collaborator with rapper #mchammer Pilate's joint efforts with Hammer are now five #Diamond having sold over 30 million albums from 1989 to 1992 alone, that include albums #pleasehammerdonthurtem (1990) and #toolegittoquit (1991) Their song #lovetrain was just reboarded by #silksonic and #brunomars for the #billboardmusicawards Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Felton C Pilate II is an American singer, #songwriter @multiinstrumentalist and record producer known as a member of the 1970s and 1980s funk/R&B band #confunkshun As a collaborator with rapper #mchammer Pilate's joint efforts with Hammer are now five #Diamond having sold over 30 million albums from 1989 to 1992 alone, that include albums #pleasehammerdonthurtem (1990) and #toolegittoquit (1991) Their song #lovetrain was just reboarded by #silksonic and #brunomars for the #billboardmusicawards Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Actor #nakiadillard is making his latest splash on television with a role on ABC’s reboot of #thewonderyears Dillard has been in the industry for decades, including as an owner of his own theater school in Philadelphia called #aikanperformingarts Dillard has already starred in many film and television roles, including a starring role as #Terrencelong in CW’s #BlackLightning working alongside some of the greats like Bill Duke (“Cover”), #jamiefoxx #kerrywashington #anthonymackie #nightcatchesus and #thewire to name a few. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

MNM is delighted to introduce #jinnatindira Bringing passion and a sultry voice she hails from the South with original music that embodies her #multicultural heritage. Jinnat was a semifinalist in ISC's 2020 International Songwriting Competition. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Emotions have been sampled by rappers such as Big Daddy Kane, Tupac Shakur, LL Cool J, Wu-Tang Clan, 50 Cent, Ice Cube, Salt n Pepa, De La Soul, Kanye West, A Tribe Called Quest, and Notorious BIG. Artists such as Toni Braxton, 112, Mariah Carey, Lisa Lisa, and Cult Jam, Mary J Blige, Ginuwine, Keyshia Cole, Tamia, and Janet Jackson have also sampled the girl group. Their songs have also been covered by artists such as Phoebe Snow, Minnie Riperton, Marcia Hines, Patti La Belle, Maysa, The Temptations, Will Downing and Nancy Wilson, and Bobby Caldwell. The group was originally a gospel outfit known as the Hutchinson Sunbeams who toured the gospel circuit with their father Joe Hutchinson. The Sunbeams sang on Jerry Van Dyke’s “Children’s Gospel” television show and also occasionally performed in the concert with Mahalia Jackson. They eventually became an R&B/Soul act with a popular following in their hometown of Chicago, Illinois. Soon being renamed The Emotions, they signed with the Memphis-based Volt imprint of Stax Records in the late 1960s. Under the production of Isaac Hayes and David Porter, the group issued their 1969 debut album entitled So I Can Love You on Stax. Wanda Vaughn, an original member of the iconic group The Emotions, has captivated audiences worldwide with her soulful voice and powerful stage presence. As one-third of the legendary trio known for timeless hits like “Best of My Love” and “Don’t Ask My Neighbors,” Wanda helped define the sound of 1970s R&B and continues to be a revered figure in the genre. With a career spanning over five decades, Wanda’s soulful soprano has brought depth and emotion to every lyric, setting her apart as a true vocal powerhouse. Known for her rich harmonies and the infectious energy she brings to the stage, Wanda and The Emotions have earned Grammy Awards, topped Billboard charts, and collaborated with musical giants like Earth, Wind & Fire. Beyond the hits, Wanda’s contributions to music reflect a deep commitment to artistic authenticity and emotional resonance. Her influence on contemporary R&B, soul, and gospel remains strong, as her music continues to inspire new generations of artists and fans alike. Wanda Vaughn stands as a living testament to the enduring power of music to touch hearts, making her an irreplaceable figure in the legacy of American soul. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Karly Moreno, a finalist on the Voice is a singer-songwriter from sunny Orange County, California. Her dream is to be able to touch and inspire people with "my music the way music touches me. I've been told I have a "unique tone and soulful heart." She has been playing shows throughout OC & LA since 2013 and has a new single out which we just love. Here she talks about the Power of Faith. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Los Angeles native independent singer-songwriter Selina Albright has an impressive way of evoking powerful emotional responses in her listeners. With her sultry, angelic tone and elaborate vocal arrangements, combined with powerful multi-octave wailing and energetic stage presence, she certainly is one whose voice and spirit pierce directly to the soul and command attention.   In her style, you’ll hear influences of Ella Fitzgerald, Maxwell, Minnie Ripperton, Whitney Houston, Stevie Wonder, Beyonce, Amel Larrieux, D’Angelo, Mariah Carey, and Dinah Washington. A balanced blend of all of these is the key to her versatility, empowering her to maintain creative flexibility from project to project.  Ms. Albright has traveled the world on her solo tours, and also shared the stage with a long list of artists: pianists Jeff Lorber, George Duke, Joe Sample, Brian Culbertson, and Keiko Matsui; guitarists Peter White, Nick Colionne, and Adam Hawley; bassists Marcus Miller and Gerald Veasley; saxophonists Gerald Albright, Maceo Parker, David Sanborn, Kirk Whalum, Steve Cole, Boney James, Jeff Kashiwa, Eric Darius, and Candy Dulfer; flutist Althea Rene; trumpeters Hugh Masekela, Rick Braun, and Ilya Serov; bands Pieces of a Dream and Four80East; and vocalists Chaka Khan, Will Downing, Eric Roberson, Regina Belle, Algebra Blessett, Lindsey Webster, Tony Momrelle, Aubrey Logan, Maysa, and The Temptations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Love II together with his wife Cece Winans have a church known as Nashville Life Church located in Nashville, Tennessee. The church has been there for more than eight years. Many parishioners in that church have coupled up and started long-term relationships. Here he talks about how he came ot know the Winans family, enter the ministry and secrets for better communication in marriage. Their son, Alvin Love III now leads the church as the pastor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

MNM was excited to catch up @the_manoj_chandra fresh off his US premiere #christmasinmiami starring #johnamos He discusses how he made it big in #india before coming to the US and says “I grew up witnessing fan wars in the cinemas, well-dressed people stealing movie tickets for the premiere show, people dancing, crying, and celebrating their favorite actors in a premiere show. Unconsciously I developed an immense love for cinema at a very small age. “ now that’s #devotion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jenelle “Nelle Rose” Dunkley, born in Mount Vernon, NY and raised in Freehold, NJ, comes from a Jamaican family who migrated to The Bronx in the 1980s. At the tender age of five, under the direction of her mother, she began her musical journey by singing in the church choir. At the age of 14, she began to explore her talents deeper by recording original materials and joining an indie gospel group known as J. Michael & W2 (Without Walls). After leaving the group, she began to perform under the moniker Au’Janae and continued her solo endeavors. Influenced by the likes of Whitney Houston, Lauryn Hill, India. Arie, Jill Scott, Kierra Sheard, and Brandy, set out to add her name to a group of artists who march to the beat of their own drums. Exemplifying simplicity in her vocal talents provides texture to what has become an unarguably ambiguous genre. She integrates mystique and raw emotions into her music and stage performances. As an artist, she enjoys captivating audiences with simple yet authoritative vocals; leaving many spectators in shock because of her stature. The rush of performing live leaves her in a state of euphoria. The reactions she receives from the audience remind her to continue to live in the moment—a lesson she learned from her great-grandmother and mentor. She worked the underground circuit for several years while earning her Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology and Africana Studies from Rutgers University. In her career thus far, she has generously learned about sacrifice and creating her own path. In early 2018, she faced many health challenges that impacted her voice. Upon her full recovery, she decided to give up her possessions and relocate to Los Angeles to further pursue her dreams. She is currently a member of the Sunday Service Choir that travels and performs with Kanye West. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#LunaPan is who is an award-winning screen, advertising and game composer from Sydney, Australia. She studied piano and music theory for a decade from a young age, now armed with Master of Arts degree in Orchestration for Film, Games and Television from University of Chichester. Luna has created soundtracks for feature films, TV programs (The Block, Bondi Rescue, Wife Swap, Bluey, The Mole, etc.), commercials (Dermalogica, YD, Coo-E, etc.) , games and web productions. She has won Mentorship for Women in Music award held by APRA AMCOS in TV Composition in 2019, and won the contemporary female composer award from GEMS, Spain 2021. Her composition recorded with the RTVE symphony orchestra- Evolution – has been nominated by Hollywood Music in Media Awards. She has won the best composer award at the 29th SFS film festival with five of her short film compositions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lydia has already had many great achievements- she scored the film trailer for the #blockbuster feature film #wonderwoman which in 2017 won her a #goldenglobe Trailer Award in two categories – #BestFantasyAdventure & Overall #BestTrailer Lydia was acknowledged in the best global top five commercials for the week for Allstate Foundation’s campaign ‘Lost Purse’ and her music can also be heard in the original official movie trailer for #beautyandthebeast #lawandorder #themendezbrothers Murder #TheMummy. She has also recently composed the theme music for a new Documentary. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

@Jennifer Thomas is a top Billboard charting artist, an award winning American pianist, violinist, composer, performing artist, recording artist, and a Yamaha artist. Thomas released her sixth album, The Fire Within, in October of 2018 which debuted as the top #3 album on Billboard Classical, as well as the top #2 album on Billboard Classical Crossover charts. As the child of artists and musicians, Jennifer found her calling early, quickly distinguishing herself as a performer. And once she discovered that she could make her own musical rules, her creativity shifted into high gear; fueled by passion, hard work, and lots of chocolate, she has been putting out both high quality and imaginative works ever since. Jennifer has won awards across the spectrum for her songs, albums, and film scores. She’s collaborated with Grammy winners, world famous choirs and orchestras, and her mom. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

MNM caught up w/ @RobertPalmerWatkins from #1000WaystoDie #MyCrazyEx , #Cinemax #thegirlsguidetodepravity #DillonQuartermaine on ABC's #GeneralHospital @thewalkingdead Robert is also staying busy w/his own project #TubLife As for music we simply love his sound so check him out under the artist name #palmer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This ballet season MNM sits down with Angela Watson. She has trained on scholarship in #sanfrancisco #newyork and #paris and performed in front of former #govenorjerrybrown She has danced the principal role of @Clara in San Francisco Ballet’s @thenutcrackerballet And along the way, she has risen above the considerable challenges of being a Black @ballerina in a mostly white world. Check her out in @DonQuixote now @sfballet #idontowntherightstothismusic #ludwigminkus 🙏 to #jeffosterdigital #mistycopeland a Haglund's deformity describes a bony enlargement of the calcaneus (heel bone). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Grammy Award Winner Saeed Renaud impressed The Four: Battle to Stardom judges as soon as he first stepped foot on stage. This singer showed off his smooth yet soulful vocal range. This singer won a seat on the first episode of the series with his amazing rendition of Whitney Houston’s “I Wanna Run To You” and brought Meghan Trainor to tears. Before Fame He co-wrote "Bless The House," one of BMI's Ten Most Performed Songs of 2016. Trivia He won a Grammy in 2016 as a songwriter for Lalah Hathaway Live, which was awarded Best R&B Album. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

New Orleans' Jamal Batiste Band are a renowned crew of music masters playing percussion-charged rock, funk, soul, gospel, hip hop and RnB around the world. They have performed in nearly every corner of North America, as well as in the Caribbean, South Africa, Morocco, Japan, Ireland, Scotland, France, and England. They write, record and perform on the Jam-All Pro. Music Group independent record label. “I enjoy the passion, love, creativity, motivation, excitement, energy, enlightenment, and peace of music,” writes Jamal Batiste of his love of sound. “Music is one of God's greatest gifts to this earth. I can use it to help and heal people – and it's fun to create, compose, arrange, record, produce, and perform.” Jamal Batiste released two official singles in 2017 leading up to his most recent LP collaboration, “Kermit Ruffins & Irvin Mayfield: A Beautiful World,” which didn't stop climbing charts until it hit No. 1 on Billboard Jazz and on Heatseekers. Other popular full-length releases include “T.U.D. Just Jamal” (2010) and “David Batiste & The Gladiators: New Orleans Is Coming Back” and “Jamal Batiste The Unorthdox Drummer: The First Assemblage” (2008). Jamal Batiste has performed in cinema (“Get On Up,” the James Brown story, 2014) and has received awards and accolades from the New Orleans City Council and the mayor of New Orleans, as well as from President Barack Obama (Lifetime Achievement Award). The Jamal Batiste Band have performed at “the world’s largest trade-only event for the music products industry” (NAMM in Anaheim, CA) and with Grammy Award Winning musicians such as Leo Nocentelli, Art Neville and George Porter (the Meters), Jon Batiste (Late Night with Stephen Colbert), Bill Dickens (Janet Jackson), “Sugarfoot” Moffett (Michael Jackson), Aloe Blacc, Dee-1, Trombone Shorty, D’Wayne Wiggins (Toni Tony Toné) Irvin Mayfield, Kermit Ruffins, Jon Cleary, Christian Scott, and Bill Summers (Herbie Hancock). They have appeared on CNN, CBS Nightly News, USA Today, Ebony, WGNO’s News with a Twist, the Times-Picayune/NOLA.com, Offbeat, and Gambit. Jamal played snare in Ne-Yo’s video “Never Knew I Needed” from Disney’s Princess and the Frog Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

‪@iamfredapayne‬ is an American singer and actress. Payne is best known for her career in music during the mid–1960s through the mid–1980s. Her most notable record is her 1970 hit single, "Band of Gold". Payne was also an actress in musicals and film, as well as the host of a TV talk show.[4] Payne is the older sister of Scherrie Payne, a former singer with the American vocal group The Supremes. #Moshe Lewis, #Dr Moshe Lewis, #Music And Medicine, #Music, #Medicine Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join us on the next episode of Music & Medicine as Dr. Moshe Lewis takes us behind the scenes of a recent red carpet event, where he interviews an incredible lineup of celebrities. Tune in to hear the fascinating conversations and insights from renowned individuals such as Drew Brees, Cedric the Entertainer, Holly Robinson Peete, Ric Flair, John McEnroe, Sugar Ray Leonard, and Prince Jackson. Don't miss out on this exciting and star-studded episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Credits include work w #future #theweekend #ellamai #jlo #afi #blackbutterfly to name a few #pfrankwilliams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We are ECSTATIC at MNM to be Joined by the Amazing #GeraldAlbright and congratulate G on his song, “Crazy” going to #1!! This is a MAJOR accomplishment because all THREE of his songs from the G-Stream EP have made it to #1 on the #Billboard chart!!! We are so proud of him! Born in Los Angeles, Albright grew up in its South Central neighborhood. After high school, he attended the University of Redlands where he was initiated into the Iota Chi Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha and received a degree in business management with a minor concentration on music. He switched to bass guitar after he saw #LouisJohnson in concert. After college, Albright worked as a studio musician in the 1980s for #AnitaBaker #RayParkerJr #OliviaNewtonJohn and #TheTemptations He joined #PatriceRushen who was forming a band, in which he played saxophone. When the bassist left in the middle of a tour, Albright replaced him and finished the tour playing bass guitar. Around the same time, he began to tour Europe with drummer #AlphonseMouzon He has also toured with Anita Baker, #PhilCollins #JohnnyHallyday #WhitneyHouston #QuincyJones #JeffLorber and #TeenaMarie. He has been part of #JazzExplosion tours in which he played with #WillDowning #JonathanButler #ChakaKhan #HughMasekela and #RachelleFerrell Albright has appeared in the television programs #ADifferentWorld #MelrosePlace and jazz segments for #BlackEntertainmentTelevision. He was one of ten saxophonists to perform at the inauguration of President #BillClinton His saxophone work appears in the #PlayStation video game #Castlevania #SymphonyoftheNight during the theme song #IAmtheWind which includes keyboardist Jeff Lorber Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#amberclaire #singersongwriter #globalgreen #advocate #awardwinning #musician joins us on the next MNM to discuss #herjourney #bullying and #overcoming #challenges #steveperry #mariahcarey #australia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Excited to talk to Billy Moss: #MultiPlatinum #awardwinningproducer @boss_billymoss and @tweetisprs for positive tips to become successful and their willingness to share their experiences with us here on MNM about the biz #bhs. Correction: Billy is the CEO of #strategicmediaentertainment and has worked with @therealadinahoward @missjillscott @jillscott.official @immaturemusic @basicblack @tweetfromnext #markmorrison #markmorrisonreturnofthemack #davekoz #issys #ellamai amongst others Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joseph @JSIII Smith III, driven by his passion for making music, began while a Sophomore at #PurdueUniversity. A native of #Miami Florida, who has lived in #Georgia since 1994, has a long history of involvement with the music business. A #discjockey on the college campus and in night clubs around Lafayette, Indiana and Atlanta, GA, he continued in the business as an “on air personality” at Radio Station WRFG-89.3, in Atlanta, GA. BEING AN #INSTRUMENT FOR #GOD #officialjsiii founded Mindstate Entertainment Records in 1995 and launched the careers of several independent secular artists but secular music was not his calling as being an instrument for the word of God has taken over. #Music is in his head, hands, feet, heart and mind. In music, he finds his #joy and #peacefulness, for this #artist #producer/#songwriter, a new #independentrecordlabel #prophetic #Entertainment #Records was created with #MichaelUpshaw in 2003. His God given #talent to write/produce/perform music, to minister the word, and spirit filled messages has shined brightly. In 2016, God gave him the vision to create his latest venture with his wife Patricia Taylor-Smith. #jjamzrecords and be a shining light to discover new talent for the kingdom of God highlighting different genres of #Christianmusic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Judy Lenteen Pace is an American actress known for her roles in films and television shows, particularly blaxploitation films. Pace portrayed Vickie Fletcher on the TV series Peyton Place (1968–1969) and Pat Walters on the ABC drama series The Young Lawyers (1969–1971), for which she won an Image Award for Outstanding Actress in a Drama Series in 1970. Pace quickly became a familiar face in the 1970s on both the big and small screens, appearing in popular blaxploitation movies and popular television shows. Television shows on which she appeared include Batman, Tarzan, Bewitched, I Dream of Jeannie, The Flying Nun, Days of Our Lives, I Spy, Ironside, Peyton Place, The Mod Squad, Medical Center, That's My Mama, O'Hara, US Treasury, The New People, Insight, Kung Fu, Shaft, Caribe, Sanford and Son, What's Happening!!, and Good Times. Pace also had a key supporting role as Gale Sayers's wife, Linda, in the critically acclaimed 1971 ABC-TV movie Brian's Song. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

American musician, producer, arranger, orchestrator/conductor, and songwriter, who was born on October 28, 1952. Notable artists he has worked with include: Ariana Grande, Justin Timberlake, Michael Jackson, Babyface, Whitney Houston, Madonna, Earth, Wind & Fire, Rod Stewart, and Brian McKnight. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Reel has produced for artists such as Fabri Fibra, Beyonce, Nicki Minaj, Mariah Carey, Drake, Lil Wayne, will.i.am and Britney Spears among others. Rey Reel signed a publishing deal with Sony/ATV in May 2015. Rey has been quoted describing his sound as "...more of the experimental type; I don't like to tie myself down to just one genre. I want to try everything. I'm actually just now starting to listen to some country music so I can cater to that kind of artist. It may not end up being my thing, but I want to try it first and see how it goes. I tend to favor pop, only because I like to mash hip hop drums with pop sounds."[2] His production is based around an alternative keyboard. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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onnie Lawrence Breaux Jr. – “LB” – was born and raised in Southern California. He is an internationally celebrated instrumentalist and producer. He’s established hisself as one of the industry’s most sought after touring musicians. Like many others, he started playing in church as a teenager. His parents we both active members and his mother was over the choir. Through careful observation, trial and error, LB learned to master the drums. His two primary examples were also drummers for the choir. One was very demonstrative full of tricks, the other was technical but maintained the pocket. He used these two influences to develop his unique, high-energy solid musical style. Respected not only for his exceptional talent but also his professionalism, LB secures the hottest performances and concert slots in entertainment including The American Music Awards, American Idol, The Oprah Winfrey Show and a host of high profile activations worldwide. In addition to supporting a growling list of platinum recording artists, he has consistently backed R&B/Pop superstar Robin Thicke since 2005. He’s also produced records, co-wrote and recorded with artists such as Robin Thicke, N’Dambi, Hodges Taylor and others. Although he loves playing, LB’s creativity and entrepreneurial spirt have enabled him to exercise his potential beyond the kit. He’s facilitated clinics and masterclasses from Los Angeles to London. That coupled with his investments in finance, real estate and fashion make him a trailblazer as a performing musician. Giving back and helping others are two of his longstanding passions. They are what drive his activism in molding young talent and enhancing communities wherever he goes. When LB isn’t working, he can be found on the golf course or enjoying time with his family and friends. He and his wife a proud parents of their son, Kristopher. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

@Camille Solari graduated Cum Laude at Emerson College double majoring in #Shakespeare & #CreativeWriting. Camille holds both a US and #Canadian citizenship. Camille began her writing career working in development at #NewLineCinema then moved onto working for #DannyDevito’s company, #JerseyFilms, then worked as an executive assistant for #TomCruise while attending #TheGroundlings and #SecondCity. Camille then left the grind of being an assistant when she was scouted to model. She became one of the top #billboard models for #DickiesJeans with over 25,000 publications across the country and overseas. After her modeling stint, Camille had the epiphany that modeling sucked, and decided to go after her true passion of being a #writer/comedian. After Camille landed being a comedian on the new #ArsenioHallShow on #CBS, her web series #GlamTipsForBrokeAssChicks went viral. Camille currently is wrapping season 7 of "Charlie" a single camera half hour sitcom. She is also a staff writer for #PYPO, a women's comedy network founded by #StephanieLaing of #HBO's #VEEP, and #EastBoundandDown. Camille is a regular writer on #ComedyCentral #SitinSpin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Next on #Laughter is Medicine Michael Colyar joins us to talk about Life After COVID and how he turned the Challenge of Addiction into Triumph. #michaelcolyar is the #author of #afunnythinghappenedonthewaytothewhitehouse , I Knocked on the Door and a #Brother Answered, which was #published in August 2012. Colyar began embarking on his 100 City tour of #michaelcolyarsmomma in June 2018.He has a #starring role in the upcoming film #YouMarriedDat alongside #lisaraye , #juhahnjones Jones, #apryljones and #Audra kinkead. He discusses his very successful #michaelcolyarmorningshow #michaelcolyarshow which has hit #michaelcolyar100k and his craft #michaelcolyarcomedyjam where he has worked with everyone in the business from#martinlawrence #marlagibbs #johnlaroquette #dlhughley #tylerperry #berniemac #bettewhite #nickcannon #deraydavis #shaq #chrisrock to being in #hollywoodshuffle #poeticjustice #whatslovegottodowithit #blackish #theprincessandthefrog #houseparty3 #hotshotspartdeux #starsearch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In celebration of #juneteenth 2021 we were Honored to have the op to interview Hip Hop Journalistic Royalty @pfrankwilliams The world agrees: #televisionacademy and #naacpimageawards 8 time winner, #Emmy. He has worked with #losangelestimes #sourcemagazine #sourcemusic #unsung #tmz #bet #fox #A&E #copwatchamerica #whoshottupac #bencrump #hiphoplegend #harveylevin #unsunghollywood Oakland, YaY Area on your feet as we salute one of our own, This First National Holiday #emancipation #emancipationday #gemini Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Originally from #Brooklyn, NY #EsteeBullock is an award-winning ASCAP #songwriter, #singer, and #producer. His writing can be heard on hit songs recorded by #Gospel heavyweights #HezekiahWalker, Pastor #ShirleyCaesar, #RickyDillard, #JonathanNelson, #DewayneWoods, & #MauretteBrownClark. Estee dove into artistry in 2012 with his debut album entitled, "Fisherman" and again in 2017 with his #sophomore contribution "For The One I Love." He joins us for a Listening Party of some of his newest hit songs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

@WyannVaughn comes from soul music royalty. Daughter of Grammy award winning #WandaVaughn of the sister group #TheEmotions and #EarthWindFire' #Let'sGroove" writer #WayneVaughn, Wyann mixes timeless #R&B vocals with a #funky edge. At eight years old, her brother introduced her to #rapmusic and she hasn’t looked back since. From studios to stages, working with everyone from #DrDre, #SnoopDogg and #KendrickLamar to #TheTemptations, #Heatwave, #TheStylistics, #RobertGlasper and more; Wyann Vaughn possesses vast experience as both a recording and a performing artist by blending hip hop styling with crafty singing and songwriting. As a self-proclaimed "edutainer", Vaughn also struts her stuff with scholarly confidence as she holds her Master of Social Work (MSW) degree and teaches as well as academically counsels at Pasadena City College's Ujima Program. Outside of carrying on the family legacy by touring with her mother and aunt as the third member of The Emotions, Wyann belongs to the supergroup The Pollyseeds under the direction of Terrace Martin. Vaughn was also hand selected by The Good Doc himself to cohost "The Pharmacy with Dr. Dre" on Apple Music's Beats1 radio alongside west coast hip hop giants like Xzibit, DJ Pooh and others. Vaughn also launched "Raise It Up, Wy! the podcast" where she kicks "OG game to real ones only" by raising listeners' awareness, vibrations, and capacities for love. Wyann arguably expresses herself most vividly through poetry. Vaughn developed her love for poetry at 16 years old. Studying Maya Angelou for an eleventh grade AP English course Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#AnthonyFaulkner is an award-winning #International Urban Inspirational Artist. He is a writer, arranger and producer of #contemporary #gospel, an #urban #inspirational singer, a director and steadfast international #philanthropist. He has toured six continents and performed with #AngelaWinbush, #JoyousCelebration, #AndraeCrouch, has sung on projects for #YolandaAdams, #SteveCole, and #JamesFortune #VMISIX, #NikkiPotts, and #CliftonDavis, #G-Way, #Kambua, #Juliani and #CooperSsali. An accomplished actor who has appeared on multiple television shows, including #F/X's #TheShield Anthony transitioned into signing and is a recipient of The PraiseTek Gospel Music Award – International Legacy Award. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"The Girl in Apartment 15" address the harsh closeness of domestic violence and made history at the 2021 Daytime Emmy Awards. The short film won the amazing 2021 Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Daytime Fiction Program.” It is the brainchild of seven African-American producers and filmmakers: Dr. Louis Deon Jones, Marquez Williams, Antrell Terry, Pierre Phipps, Dario Harris, Andre Davis, and Zane Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Phil Demmel is an American musician who played lead guitar in the heavy metal band MachineHead between 2002 and 2018, making him their longest running member in that position. He has also performed in other bands such as Violence, Torque and BPMD, and briefly joined Slayer as a fill-in guitarist in December 2018. He joins on MNM to discuss his career and unexpected health challenges and how he tackled them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This gospel powerhouse delivers an insightful interview about her career, calling, and family. As part of the Sunday Service Choir she noted “Kanye is truly an innovator and [he’s] taking the level up to the next level,” he said. “He loves Jesus, his wife, gospel singer Geneen White added. “What you don’t understand, pray about.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Edmonds brothers are the older siblings of pop/R&B singer-songwriter and record producer Kenneth "Babyface" Edmonds, who named the group and helped them get a record deal with Virgin Records in 1988. After 7 released their platinum-selling[3] self-titled debut album in 1989, which spawned three singles "Heat of the Moment", "Ready or Not" and "Can't Stop". "Ready or Not" and "Can't Stop" were No. 1 R&B hits and top 10 hits on the Billboard Hot 100. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jerry Bell is a stylist in all facets of life, whether it's singing, martial arts, or acting. His passion for music emanates from early vocal training while growing up in Philadelphia in a musical family which has produced gold and platinum albums for two decades. One of his brothers is Archie Bell of Archie Bell & The Drells, which has the hits; "Tighten Up," "Showdown," "I Can't Stop Dancing," "Let's Groove," and many more. Also starting with his own group while still in high school, known as The Delusions. Jerry's vocal skills came from his mother, who was a church singer, Jerry also had a band out of Miami Florida named the Miami Ocean Liners, who later became KC & The Sunshine Band. As life would have it, he would go back to Philadelphia and join forces with his best friends McFadden & Whitehead who were the top writers for Philadelphia International Records, recording such hits as "Ain't No Stopping Us Now," "Bad Luck," "Back Stabbers," "Cowboys to Girls," "For The Love Of Money," and many more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Louis Gossett Jr. Talks about his illustrious career, Insights and ongoing efforts to elevate our sense of Community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As a steadfast philanthropist, Dr. Glenn "Sweety G" Toby is the founder of the Book Bank Foundation Inc, a literacy organization and Board Member of the Peter Tosh Foundation. Here he talks about going from Homelessness to Managing LL Cool J and other entertainers and athletes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

HardNox has released two singles and a self-titled album. Their style of electronica features heavy beats with powerful vocal samples and unusual loops. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mindi Abair is an American saxophonist, vocalist, author, and National Trustee for the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences, the organization that puts on the Grammy Awards show. Her solo career has produced ten No. 1 radio singles, two No. 1 Billboard Jazz CDs, and four more solo CDs that have landed No. 5 and above on the Billboard Contemporary Jazz Charts. She was the featured saxophonist for the 2011 and 2012 seasons of American Idol, and performed with the rock band Aerosmith. Abair's recordings have twice been nominated for Grammy Awards. Petri Hawkins-Byrd, born Petri Adonis Byrd; is from Brooklyn, New York), ] better known as Byrd, is an American television personality, actor, voice actor, writer, and former New York State Court Officer. He is best known for his sidekick role as Bailiff Byrd for the entire series run–25 seasons–of Nielsen top-rated courtroom television program, Judge Judy. From his stint on Judge Judy, Byrd is television's longest court show bailiff in history. Herman Jackson, Musician, Keyboardist is known for: The 69th Primetime Emmy Awards (TV Special) (music arranger) Duets (TV Series) - The Finale (2012) - Superstars' Choice (2012) - Favorite Standards (2012) - Movie Night (2012) - Party Songs (2012) ] 2007-2011American Idol (TV Series) - Las Vegas Round (2011) - Finale: Winner Revealed (2010) - Top Two Performance (2010) - Top Three Performance (2010) - Top Four Results (2010) 2009 Stevie Wonder: In Performance at the White House - The Library of Congress Gershwin Prize 2007-2008 Don't Forget the Lyrics! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Former Ambassador and Atlanta Mayor Andrew Young sits down with Dr. Moshe Lewis to discuss his early career, initiatives and community health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices