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My Classic Soul
by My Classic Soul
Join us for a deep dive into the music and stories of your favorite Soul and R&B artists. David Nathan, noted soul music historian, joins host Bethany Dawson every other week to chat about the lives of the people who made the music that continues to move our souls.
Episodes
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SPECIAL GUEST MARCUS MILLER
With an incredible career as an ‘A’ list musician, songwriter, producer, film composer and recording artist in his own right, Marcus Miller has worked with some of the true legends and icons within contemporary music including Aretha Franklin, Miles Davis, Luther Vandross, David Sanborn and many...
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A CLASSIC ALBUM: AL JARREAU – WE GOT BY
Released in 1975, “We Got By,” Al Jarreau’s major label debut LP, received critical acclaim and heralded the arrival of a totally unique artist. Defying categorization, the album showcased Al’s distinctive vocal style and his skills as a poetic songwriter. SoulMusic.com founder David Nathan and...
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A CLASSIC ALBUM: El DeBarge – IN THE STORM
Released in 1992, “In The Storm” was the third solo album by El DeBarge, who had risen to prominence as the primary lead singer for the family group DeBarge at Motown. The first of two LPs El recorded for Warner Brothers, “In The Storm” presented the soulful vocalist and songwriter in diverse...
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Special guest Candi Staton!
A multi-genre musical icon who has been recording since 1953, Candi Staton has the unique distinction of achieving success in the gospel, R&B, pop and dance music over six decades. In this extensive conversation with SoulMusic.com founder David Nathan (who first interviewed Candi in 1977), the...
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A CLASSIC ALBUM: KEITH SWEAT – MAKE IT LAST FOREVER
Released in late 1987, the multi-platinum selling album “Make It Last Forever” signaled the arrival of Keith Sweat as an artist who combined the street flavour of the new jack swing movement with his first big “I Want Her” with soulful ballads like the LP’s title track, the now-classic “Make It...
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THE ESSENTIAL ISLEY BROTHERS
The Isley Brothers have been making their mark as pioneers for five decades and their recent induction into the Lifetime Achievement category of The SoulMusic Hall Of Fame by popular vote online is recognition of their incredible contribution to contemporary music SoulMusic.com founder David…
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A CLASSIC ALBUM: Donny Hathaway EXTENSION OF A MAN
Released in 1973, Donny Hathaway’s “Extension Of A Man” set was a musical showcase for his artistry as a composer, musician and vocalist with tracks like the timeless and ever-relevant “Someday We’ll All Be Free,” the much-loved instrumental “Valdez In The Country” and his achingly soulful cover…
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A CLASSIC ALBUM: Chaka Khan - WHAT’CHA GONNA DO FOR ME
Released in 1981, the best-selling album “What’cha Gonna Do For Me” by the iconic Chaka Khan gave her ever-expanding global audience an opportunity to hear her musical diversity with the jazz standout “And The Melody Lingers On (A Night In Tunisia),” the dance music classic “I Know You, I Live…
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ASHFORD & SIMPSON: THE HITS, RARITIES & REMIXES
The creators of such ‘70s classics as “Don’t Cost You Nothing,” “Send It,” “Over & Over” and “Stay Free,” the dynamic duo of Nick Ashford & Valerie Simpson can assuredly be considered soul music trendsetters and pioneers through their unparalleled legacy as multi-talented producers, songwriters…
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A CLASSIC ALBUM: GERALD LEVERT – PRIVATE LINE
Originally released in 1991, the million-selling-plus “Private Line” album was the launching pad for soul man the late Gerald Levert’s solo career following his success with the group Levert. SoulMusic.com founder David Nathan and renowned entertainment journalist Janine Coveney discuss Gerald’s...
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C'est CHIC!
Released in 1977, the group Chic’s self-titled debut album set the stage for a run of massive global hits that still resonate today. From “Dance, Dance, Dance” and “Everybody Dance” to the anthems like “Le Freak,” “I Want Your Love” and “Good Times,” Nile Rodgers & Bernard Edwards created a...
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SOULMUSIC HALL OF FAME INDUCTEE: Sylvester, A True Pioneer
A recent inductee into The SoulMusic Hall Of Fame, Sylvester played a pioneering role as a black and openly gay artist in the late ‘70s, contributing such classics as “You Make Me Feel Mighty Real” and “Over & Over.” SoulMusic.com founder David Nathan and acclaimed performer, producer, journalist...
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A CLASSIC ALBUM: Roberta Flack's FIRST TAKE
FIRST TAKE: 50TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION is available exclusively here: https://store.soulmusic.com/first-take-50th-anniversary-deluxe-edition-1.html Originally released in 1969, “First Take” served as the iconic Roberta Flack’s introduction to international music audiences. SoulMusic.com founder…
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A CLASSIC ALBUM: George Benson - "Give Me The Night"
Originally released in 1980, “Give Me The Night” provided the multi-talented George Benson with a new level of global success. Produced by Quincy Jones, the LP included timeless dance floor classics such as the hypnotic title cut and “Love X Love.” As SoulMusic.com founder David Nathan and music...
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A CLASSIC ALBUM: Rufus & Chaka Khan - Stompin' At The Savoy
Originally released in 1983, Stompin’ At The Savoy represented the end of an era for groundbreaking group Rufus with the iconic Chaka Khan. As SoulMusic.com founder David Nathan and longtime colleague Michael Lewis discuss, the LP captured the band’s dynamic energy and Chaka’s fiery vocals and…
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Black Music Pioneers - Marvin, Nina, Curtis & Stevie: Timeless Messages
Join SoulMusic.com founder David Nathan and music industry veteran Michael Lewis as they discuss the role that black music pioneers such as Marvin Gaye, Nina Simone, Curtis Mayfield, Stevie Wonder and others have played in creating timeless songs that have empowered, uplifted and inspired...
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The birth of the Neo-Soul movement
Join SoulMusic.com founder David Nathan and major-label A&R specialist Darone Bowers as they recall the 90s birth of Neo-Soul, including artists like Maxwell, D'Angelo, Lalah Hathaway and more, plus the originators who influenced this movement. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and...
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Girl Groups of the 80s & 90s
TLC! En Vogue! Xscape! Destiny's Child! Join SoulMusic.com founder David Nathan as he welcomes A&R specialist Darone Bowers to talk about their favorite girl groups. Follow us on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/MyClassicSoul Visit us at SoulMusic.com See Privacy Policy at...
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Special guest Preston Glass on Earth, Wind & Fire & Maurice White
SoulMusic.com founder David Nathan is joined this week by powerhouse producer and songwriter Preston Glass to discuss his work with the legendary Maurice White and Earth, Wind & Fire. They’re joined by Jeff Jeff Vasishta, ‘Variety’ magazine contributor for a lively discussion about Maurice’s work...
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The Journey of a British Soul Man
Host Bethany Dawson welcomes SoulMusic.com founder David Nathan and A&R Specialist Darone Bowers as they chat about how David got his start in music journalism, the many artists he's interviewed and how Soul Music has evolved over the decades. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and...
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All things Anita Baker
SoulMusic.com founder David Nathan and A&R man Darone Bowers talk about all things Anita Baker and her classic album RAPTURE. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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En Vogue - our exclusive interview with the Funky Divas!
Join SoulMusic.com founder David Nathan as he interviews the original Funky Divas - En Vogue! They discuss their entire career and their plans to celebrate the 30th anniversary of their debut BORN TO SING. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at...
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Special guest Kathy Sledge from Sister Sledge
Kathy Sledge joins SoulMusic.com founder David Nathan discuss her nearly 50 years in the music business, working with Nile Rodgers and CHIC and what Sister Sledge are up to in 2020. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at...
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Soul Food - good eatin' and the good music!
Host Bethany Dawson and Soul Music historian David Nathan talk Soul Food - not only the history of our favorite dishes but fun stories of soul musicians and their favorite eats See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at...
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"Bedroom Soul" - the sexy side of Soul Music
Host Bethany Dawson is joined by SoulMusic.com David Nathan to talk "baby makin' music!" See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Roberta Flack - First Take 50th Anniversary Edition
Host Bethany Dawson is joined by SoulMusic.com founder David Nathan for a deep dive into Roberta Flack's debut album, First Take and the special 50th anniversary edition. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Aretha Franklin "I Never Loved A Man The Way I Love You"
Soul Music historian David Nathan joins host Bethany Dawson on a deep dive into this classic Aretha Franklin album. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Remembering Otis Redding
January marks the 52nd anniversary of Otis Redding’s seminal hit “(Sittin’ On) The Dock of The Bay”. What was it like when Otis Redding burst upon the scene in the mid-60s? Join us as Soul Music archivist David Nathan tells us the impact Otis had on the music scene and how he continues to inspire...
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Join us for a deep dive into the music and stories of your favorite Soul and R&B artists. David Nathan, noted soul music historian, joins host Bethany Dawson every other week to chat about the lives of the people who made the music that continues to move our souls.
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