The Overlooked Tracks Podcast
by Kenny Chiba
At Overlooked Tracks, we focus on delivering songs that offer a meaningful listening experience, sparking joy and fostering a sense of connection. While we occasionally highlight popular hits from past and present, our primary goal is to introduce you to a rich variety of undiscovered sounds that elevate your musical journey. Join us as we guide you through this exploration of music—immerse yourself in the melodies, relive cherished memories, and reignite your spirit in the captivating world of Overlooked Tracks.
Episodes
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Sound Without Borders: A Conversation with Malcolm Galloway
Every song begins somewhere—with a question, a memory, or an idea that refuses to stay quiet. Sometimes, discovering the music means getting to know the mind behind it. Welcome to Episode 106 of the Overlooked Tracks Podcast. I’m Kenny Chiba, and today we’re connecting Japan and London for a...
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Signals Beneath the Noise
Sometimes, the quiet does not end. It transforms. In Episode 104, we slowed everything down. We took a breath, stepped away from the noise and allowed the music to bring us back toward ourselves. But somewhere beyond that stillness, the sky began to change. A low rumble appeared in the distance....
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The Space Between Songs
For the last few episodes we've traveled across cities, countries, languages, cultures, and sounds. We've crossed oceans. We've ridden the Magical Music Bus through neon streets, underground clubs, jazz cafés, rooftop parties, and late-night train stations. But this time around...The bus is…
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Bars Without Borders — Global Hip Hop Rising
Episode 103: Bars Without Borders brings the Overlooked Tracks Podcast back on the Magical Music Bus for a worldwide rap and hip hop journey. This episode is built around independent and overlooked music artists who bring sharp flows, heavy drums, personal stories, cultural pride, and underground...
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Neon Frequencies
From sunset rooftops…to neon-lit streets… The rhythm of the world doesn’t sleep—it evolves. Five countries. One continuous groove. You’re tuned into The Overlooked Tracks Podcast…and this is Episode 102. This wasn’t just a playlist—this was a world in motion. Neon Frequencies. 🎧 Episode 102 —...
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Miles Between Midnight Cities — A Global Neo-Soul Road Trip
The road begins quietly. No loud announcements. No flashing lights. Just the soft hum of an engine… and the sense that something new is unfolding. This time around, the Magical Music Bus rolls into 4 countries — not with noise, but with rhythm. Places where melodies feel ancient, magical and...
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The Journey, The Pause, The Trust
This episode was written somewhere between cobblestone streets and quiet realizations. Between missed turns, long walks, train windows, and moments where time slowed down just enough to let the truth catch up. Italy didn’t ask me to change. It asked me to pay attention. Episode 100 lives in that...
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The Italian Connection: House, Heat & Harmony
The heart of Italy is beating in 4/4 time — and it’s louder than ever. In Episode 99 of Overlooked Tracks, host Kenny Chiba takes you on a sonic adventure through Italy’s underground house and electronic scene, where passion meets precision and the dancefloor becomes pure art. From deep, hypnotic...
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A World Wrapped in Groove: The Neo-Soul Diaries
The Magical Music Bus is taking a quick pause to refuel, fine tune the rhythm and paying homage to D'Angelo , the heartbeat of Neo-Soul, and celebrating the new wave of global groove-makers. From the U.S. to Europe, Australia, and beyond, these artists blur genres and borders, crafting moods that...
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Fusion at the Edge: Turkey’s Sonic Mosaic
🎶 Episode 97: “Fusion at the Edge: Turkey’s Sonic Mosaic” Where continents hum, and music is the bridge. 🌀 Ride the Bosphorus with us. I’m Kenny Chiba — your cosmic bus driver and sonic guide — and in this episode we plunge deep into Turkey’s soundscape. Here, East and West don’t just touch —...
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Midnight Ride to Lagos: A City That Sings in Its Sleep
What’s good, fam? You’re now tuned in to Episode 96 of the Overlooked Tracks Podcast. And guess what? We're still riding aboard the Magical Music Bus — your one-way ticket to the most vibrant, vital, and overlooked sounds from around the globe. Last stop? We were deep in Chile, where protest...
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Andes & Amplifiers: A Journey Through Chile’s Indie Pulse
There’s a sound rising from the foot of the Andes… not one sound, actually—but many. In the shadows of Chile’s history, in the glow of its digital future, a vibrant chorus is coming alive. It doesn’t play by genre rules. It doesn’t chase algorithm gold. It breathes in protest, poetry, and…
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From Juke Joints to Journeys: The Overlooked Blues
They say the blues is a ghost genre—faded into vinyl grooves and backroom dive bars. They say it’s been overtaken, out-streamed, and out-hyped by shinier sounds and algorithm-friendly beats. But let me tell you something, fam... the blues didn’t fade. It just lit a cigarette, leaned against the...
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A Conversation with……Keybeaux. Hustle, Harmony & Healing
🎙️ Episode 93 – Keybeaux: Hustle, Heart & Harmony What’s good, everyone? You’re tuning into the 93rd episode of the Overlooked Tracks Podcast, where the rhythm speaks louder than algorithms and real stories echo past the charts. I’m your host, Kenny Chiba — your MC on this never-ending search…
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Midnight’s Favorite Color: Jazz
🎷 Midnight’s Favorite Color: Jazz - From Smoky Dive Bars to Outer Space Symphonies—Where the Groove Stays Eternal 🎷 A sonic postcard from the corners of jazz you never knew you needed. Yo, what’s good everyone? You just tuned in to the Overlooked Tracks—where the sounds you didn’t know you…
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Global Grooves & Jazzed-Up Bars: We Got the Jazz!
Welcome back, rhythm seekers and crate diggers—this is the Overlooked Tracks, Episode 91, and I’m your host, Kenny Chiba, and this time around we’re riding a global groove that swings smooth and rhymes sharp. We’re dipping the mic in brass and vinyl, flowing with the spirit of Jazz Rap and Hip…
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Bars Beyond Borders: The Overlooked Voices of Hip Hop
What’s good, everyone? You just touched down where the pavement talks and the bassline breathes — welcome to the neighborhood of rhythm and rebellion. This is Overlooked Tracks, and you’ve just stepped into Episode 90 — a milestone moment, a lyrical landmark, a cipher in time dedicated to the…
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From Vinyl to Vengeance: Rock’s Overlooked Icons
Welcome to Episode 89 of the Overlooked Tracks Podcast—hosted by me, Kenny Chiba. 🎸🔥 This time, we’re turning the dial all the way up and diving into the thunderous world of rock music—from the underground legends of the past to the genre-benders shaping its future. This episode is for the...
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Ladies First
From day one, this podcast has been about uncovering hidden gems, championing fresh sounds, and giving overlooked artists the spotlight they deserve. Now, stepping into our sixth season, the energy is bigger, the passion is deeper, and the music? Oh, it's about to be next level. As your host…
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Rhythms of India: Exploring the Diverse Sounds of a Musical Heritage
As 2024 draws to a close, I want to take a moment to reflect and express my heartfelt gratitude to all the listeners of the Overlooked Tracks Podcast. Thank you for your likes, feedback, constructive criticisms, and, most importantly, for helping me grow as both a person and a podcaster. This…
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Viva España: A Journey Through Style, Flavor, and the Rhythms of Spain
After an incredible experience in Singapore with IAMTHEONEMANGANG on the Live in the Lab podcast for episode #85, I almost forgot I had another journey lined up—this time to the captivating Kingdom of Spain. It was my first visit back since the early days of the COVID pandemic, and I was eager to...
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Guest Appearance on Live in the Lab in Singapore
Alright, folks, buckle up because we’re taking a special trip to Singapore on this episode of the *Overlooked Tracks Podcast! I had the chance to roll through on the Magical Music Bus and link up with my guy IAMTHEONEMANGANG, who’s holding it down as the host of *Live in the Lab*. Together, we’re...
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Back on the Road: Rediscovering Asia’s Hidden Sonic Treasures
We're hitting the road again on the Magical Music Bus, and this time, I'm on the hunt for the best musical talent across Asia. I’m Kenny Chiba, and I’m digging deep to uncover standout tracks from talented DJs, producers, and singers on the Asian continent—tracks you might have overlooked. The...
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Got Sick Before My Trip
What's up, everyone? This is Kenny Chiba, and welcome to episode #83 of the Overlooked Tracks Podcast. Today, I’ve got some Alternative and Indie Pop lined up for you. Normally, I'd be heading off to a new destination around the world to bring you music from different regions, but life had other...
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Woke up from a Summer Sleep
The past few months have been wonderfully lazy, with the summer heat making it hard to get much done. Life gets so busy during this season, both personally and professionally. But one thing that has kept me going is music. Music is such an inspiring force, especially when things get tough and…
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Keeping It Simple: This Time, It's All About the Music
In this episode, we're stripping things down and focusing on what truly matters: the music. There's something powerful about simplicity, about cutting through the noise and distractions to get to the heart of what we're here for—the sound, the rhythm, the melody that moves us. By keeping it…
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Chillin' under an Air Conditioner
Welcome to the Overlooked Tracks Podcast, where I'm your host, Kenny Chiba. Summer is here, concerts are in full swing around the world, and dammit, it’s hot!! If you're heading to a music concert or two during these summer months, remember to stay hydrated and find that perfect spot in the shade...
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A Conversation with....
My name is Kenny Chiba, your MC for the Overlooked Tracks Podcast, your gateway to uncovering the hidden gems of the music world is bringing you a hidden gem that has taught me, humbled me and just simply enjoyed a very intriguing conversation with a DJ based in Japan going by the name of David...
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Hearing The Union of Europe
The Overlooked Tracks Podcast is once again hitting the road, cruising along the fastest highways in the world as we journey to neighboring countries to discover more exciting music and vibes, covering everything in between. In this episode, we're revving up with artists from neighboring…
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Episode 76 - Going Bananas in Berlin
We are now in the city of Berlin, the capital city of Germany, a city that you make you feel right at home with its atmosphere in the arts, historic landmarks and with some ferocious music artists bringing you some heat in the electronic sound of music. You will hear the constant creativity in…
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An Overlooked Tracks Moment - Celebrate the Black Experience
Welcome aboard, music adventurers! Prepare yourselves for another electrifying expedition through the uncharted realms of musical brilliance. I'm Kenny Chiba, your guide on this thrilling trek into the heart of sound. This time around, as we mark our 75th episode milestone, we're embarking on a...
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Exploring Overlooked Gems: Springtime Jazz Vibes
Welcome, fellow music enthusiasts, to the 74th episode of the Overlooked Tracks Podcast! Today, we're embarking on an exciting journey through the vibrant world of jazz, with a special focus on the rich musical landscape of France. From the bustling streets of Paris to the serene countryside,...
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An Overlooked Tracks Moment - Fresh Music for Spring Romance
This is an Overlooked Tracks Moment and my name is Kenny Chiba, your podcast host, and this time where we’re on the Magical Music Bus, and I'm excited to bring you some fantastic discoveries so you don't miss out on these releases. We've got four incredible tracks lined up, all from leading women...
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Speaking in Tongues
Welcome, music lovers, to the 72nd episode of the Overlooked Tracks Podcast! Today, we embark on a captivating musical journey, starting in the land of the rising sun, where we'll discover hidden gems from talented artists. Our next stop is the heart of New York City, where the beats are as...
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A Fifth Season – Something Special
Welcome to the Overlooked Tracks Podcast, where I'm your host, Kenny Chiba. As we step into the year 2024, things have been a bit tumultuous, with a major earthquake in Japan, plane incidents in Tokyo, and ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza. The constant stream of negative news can be...
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The Rock Sessions - A Review of 2023
Experience the resurgence of rock and roll, often denoted as rock & roll, rock 'n' roll, or rock n roll, a captivating music genre that surfaced in the United States during the late 1940s and early 1950s. Its inception can be attributed to a blend of African-American musical influences,...
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The Electronic Sessions - A Review of 2023
Transitioning from the final Hip Hop Music Session of 2023, we're now venturing behind the turntables to explore the electronic vibes crafted by music technicians. Join us on another captivating journey through the profound musical landscapes that the Overlooked Tracks Podcast has curated for you...
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The Hip Hop Sessions - A Review of 2023
Get ready to groove to the rhythm, beats, and compelling lyrics of Hip Hop as we dive into the vibrant world of this music genre on the Overlooked Tracks Podcast. Recently celebrating its 50th anniversary, Hip Hop has not only shaped musical landscapes but has also left an indelible mark on…
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The Pop Music Sessions - A Review of 2023
Get ready to groove and dance as we dive into the realm of Pop music in this session, delivering another vibrant collection from the musical landscape of 2023. Once again, we're reintroducing you to some exceptional Pop artists whose beats are set to elevate your energy as we approach the new…
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The Soul Sessions - A Review of 2023
In this session, we're diving deep into the soul of R&B and Soul music, bringing you another delightful collection from the musical landscape of 2023. Once again, we're reintroducing you to some exceptional soul music artists, whose music possesses the transformative power to soothe your spirit…
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The Jazz Sessions - A Review of 2023
Here we are again, presenting another delightful session of music from 2023. This time, we're reintroducing you to some outstanding jazz artists who have the power to soothe your spirit and offer a welcome escape from the hectic world you navigate daily. These tunes are more than just music;...
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The Chill Sessions - A Review of 2023
I believed I had wrapped up the year's episodes, but as I contemplated whether to release another one for 2023, a surprising influx of emails changed my plans. I received both encouraging messages praising the podcast's quality and constructive feedback suggesting ways to enhance it. Among the...
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2023 Finale: Energizing with Rap Rock
To kindle a sense of determination and fortitude for the upcoming year, immerse yourself in these five dynamic tracks that exude intensity and empowerment, setting the stage for overcoming the challenges that await. In the 63rd episode of the Overlooked Tracks Podcast, we consistently dive into…
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The Beatmakers
"THE BEATMAKERS." Within the realm of music production, individuals take on various roles, such as Music Producers, Beat Crafters, Rhythm Architects, Sound Designers, and Groove Creators. While there is a multitude of talents crafting exceptional music for clubs, concerts, and lounges, we've only...
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On the Magical Music Bus to Sweden
After departing from the laid-back Chill Laundry Lounge and succumbing to a state of relaxation, one of the homies told me about a singer from Sweden and when I heard that track, the decision was made to polish up and fine tune the Magical Music Bus for our next adventure to Sweden – the...
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Back at the Chill Laundry Lounge
It's been a while since I've had the opportunity to relax and let go of my worries, while I unwind in the serene Chill Laundry Lounge. It has been quite a challenging year for me, but setbacks and negative energy are merely transient tools, although they can be painful at times. They come and go,...
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The G-Funk Age of Music
"The G-Funk Era" emerged in the early 1990s on the West Coast, particularly in California, and made a significant mark in hip-hop history. This period introduced the unique subgenre of G-Funk, blending elements from funk, R&B, and gangsta rap. Its influence extended beyond music and had a lasting...
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Music Producers of the Acid House Genre
The TB-303, often just referred to as the 303, alongside the iconic TR-808 and TR-909 drum machines, hold pivotal roles in the history of Acid House music. In this genre, they've shaped musical landscapes, catalyzing the evolution from 70s and 80s house parties to crafting timeless tracks that...
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The Groove Chronicles: A Soul Music Experience
Music possesses the transformative ability to touch one's soul and positively impact their mindset. The genres of Rhythm & Blues and Soul have long stood as potent musical forces. Over numerous decades, they have been agents of change, reason, and advocates for love and compassion towards…
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Pop Life
In the upcoming 56th episode of the Overlooked Track, we'll maintain a consistent musical vibe by featuring a selection of global Pop tunes to keep you grooving. In the last episode (Episode 55), we rocked out to some awesome tracks by talented artists. I hope it got you energized and perhaps…
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About this show
At Overlooked Tracks, we focus on delivering songs that offer a meaningful listening experience, sparking joy and fostering a sense of connection. While we occasionally highlight popular hits from past and present, our primary goal is to introduce you to a rich variety of undiscovered sounds that elevate your musical journey. Join us as we guide you through this exploration of music—immerse yourself in the melodies, relive cherished memories, and reignite your spirit in the captivating world of Overlooked Tracks.
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