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The Psyce
by Mike Muse, Steph Watts
Come join Music Journalists Michael Muse and Stephanye Watts on the bi-weekly show, The Psyce.The Psyce is a Black music podcast spanning all genres with a sprinkling of pop culture and a shit-ton of foolishness.
Episodes
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Anatomy of A Popstar
TINASHE. POPSTAR. NUMBER 6 ON THE BILLBOARD 200. AND WE HAVE BEEN TRYING TO TELL Y'ALL! 👑😭 Lots of artists you discover. Some artists you even admire. And then there are the artists you have been championing since DAY ONE — before the group chats caught on, before the girls started gagging,...
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But What If The Village Is Slow?
The village is supposed to raise us… but what happens when the village is SLOW?! 😭 This week on The Psyce, Steph + Muse are back with a LOT to unpack — because apparently the celebrities have decided to keep us employed. We’re getting into the backlash surrounding Jasmine Crockett honoring Chris...
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Why Are So Many R&B Tours Being Cancelled?
It’s officially Cancellation Nation, and this time, The Psyce ain’t talking about the culture. Concerts? Baby… you in danger, girl. With some of our fave artists pulling the plug on tours, dates disappearing off the calendar, and ticket sales looking a little too much like our bank accounts after...
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Forever Relevant (The Psyce Rewinds to a Sit down w/ Jack Davey)
Remember that time in 2024 where one of the Psyce's musical superheroes came and sat down to chat? We are now bringing that audio to the big screen. Beyoncé never gave y'all them visuals, but this podcast sure will. GAG!!!!! Ms. Jack Davey, one half of the iconic J*Davey, is here to chat all…
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The Best Of... The Psyce
The Summer is still heating up so It's been a minute since we done one of these type of joints. This podcast has changed sooo much even from the time of some of this footage. It's compilation nation from the best of the best and the funniest of the funny on this here episode of the Psyce. Never...
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The Psyce Goes to AA (Aunts Anonymous)
According to Steph, "Aunt" is a way of life. This episode is dedicated to the Psyce's favorite archetype of doll. She's gender non-conforming, she's ghetto, she's a good time, and she just is. It's Aunt's night out as your two fave music heads recant this year's aunt shows and functions. The...
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I'm Just A Girl
Ebony was right, we just came to dance for y'all, that's all. Listen to your fave music nerds, Steph + Muse, as they deep dive into the joy of the pop/dance genre from an R&B lens. This episode is an exploration into this summer's R&B darlings' foray into the Pop and Dance genres. So many of...
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It's "Eat The Rich", Til' the Hood Do It
These past couple weeks, the utmost has happened in music, so The Psyce had to drop a few days early and get ahead of these stories. From Black Boy Bands, to the BET Awards, Summer 2026 is shaping up to be a kii, cackle, and complete rager. Have a ball with your favorite dolls, Muse + Steph, as...
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Ding Dong, The Witch is Dead!
The Evils of the industry are really burning Muse's butt. God Bless the dead, but the North remembers that man still had that party when our doll was upstairs not even cold yet. And we know y'all know what we talking about. The cast also is reading Brandy's Phases and we got smoke for anyone that...
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Millennials, Let us Hold your Hands When We Say This...
As festival season is fully underway, the Psyce has something to say. We are tired of the complaints so here are our thoughts and hopefully a guide on how to endure the thralls of festival life. Are Millennials aging out of Festivals? Listen in as we compare and contrast some of todays biggest...
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Nobody's Michael
Much like US, the rest of the world is trapped under what the people are now calling MICHOSIS. Steph can currently be seen at a theater near you, seeing the Michael Movie for the umpteenth time. The Legend that is Mike Jack will never be recreated and even though we have Beyoncé, this film…
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The Kehlani Tsunami
Kehlani is breathing new life into R&B with her self titled project and all it's additives. Get our take on Lani's latest as we delve into our favorite things about this era of hers and what it means for the genre we love most. Combatting the constant negativity online about some of pop culture's...
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164. Now What Else Is Going On? * Cynthia Bailey Voice*
Jumping from concert recaps to celebrity mishaps, this episode is jam packed full of mess. In the words of Cynthia Thee Bailey: "Now What Else Is Going On?" Usher and Chris got a joint tour, that's messy. The UK cancelled Kanye, that's messy! It's R&B Degrees outside, that's messy!!!! If you…
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163. Winning The Latto
Chiiilllleee, the cast is back quicker than usual cause there are things to discuss!!!! We would love to know what's going on with Tommie Lee's mental state because what are you doing with Julez? Jay-Z's anniversary concert promo is in full swing so you know Muse HAS to get on Steph's nerves with...
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162. Oscar The Grouch
So much is going on in the world and especially in entertainTment. Award season has come to a pause now. The Oscar's has taken place and the Psyce has things to say - as per usual. After a rousing bout of Muse W/ The News, Steph and Muse jump right into recapping Hollywood's biggest nights. Let's...
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161. This B*tch is Nuts (Tour Ma Vie Recap)
All we can say is that the nuances are sickening. Say what you want about our doll, but Doja Cat PUTS ON A FAB SHOW! Listen in for some hot takes, hard convos, and realizations about Hip Hop and Pop's most creative mainstream artist. The Psyce is going to bring the pop culture and entertainment...
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160. Our Recording Academy Audition Tape
Someone at the Grammy's listens to the Psyce, and as they should because we are what? Loud + Right!!!!!! Follow the cast everywhere @thepsycepodcast
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159. AOTY '25
Now y'all know we weren't going to let the new year go too long without revisiting our fave albums. We get way too hype for our album of the year episode and you'll see why! If you're on YouTube - Like | Comment | Subscribe and tell a friend to tell a friend. Follow @thepsycepodcast everywhere
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158. The Boy Is Mine (4x) Ft. The Groupchat
FINALLY we are all in one damn room. And by room, we mean Capital One Arena. Andre Michael and Mark Madden of our much talked about Groupchat are in the building with us today to recap our time at the Boy is Mine tour!!!! Y'all bout to laugh dowwwnnn Follow us everywhere @thepsycepodcast Like,...
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157. Anni Ain't Got No Panties
It's that time again!!!!! This is an Anniversary episode for the BOOKS, you hear me? From 30 to 25 to 10 years old, these albums have taken us thru there and according to this episode, apparently STILL ARE!!!!! Tune in, Tap in, and Clock in to this sing along of tributing a few of our fave…
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156. Over It... The Finale
Summer Marjani Walker... WE SEE YOU GIRL!!! After the Psyce's classic banter and antics, Muse + Steph get to the root ball of the Over it Series and review "Finally Over it" and all its versions. The doll has done it AGAIN!!!!! Much to unpack, much to discuss! Follow us everywhere…
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155. Grammy Darlings
It's the most wonderful time of the year!!!! Not Christmas quite yet but the Grammy Noms are in so you know the Psyce got their clothes out and went to bed early the night before in anticipation as if Santa was coming to town. Either Steph + Muse listen to too much music on the regs, or the...
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154. We're So Big In London
The British ain't coming no more, doll. THEY'RE HERE!!!!!! Listen in as Muse + Steph highlight the hottest in today's R&B from across the pond that everyone needs to be listening to if they aren't already. Concerts are being had and the Psyce has been to a bunch so get ready for some recaps and...
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153. Homecoming & Going
As the cast prepares for a weekend at their Alma Mater, Muse + Steph have to take time out and ruminate of the life and love for D'Angelo. Gone but not forgotten. In the Psyce's own candid candor, the co-hosts laugh thru all things him - from tracklists to tributes and everything in between.…
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152. More Body, Less Mind
The Psyce has nothing but love for all of the dolls (until they act up), But there's something different about that damn Doja Cat. After recapping concerts and running through whatever leftover mess of these beefs and bafoons that the industry has to offer, Steph + Muse get to the get to the of...
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151. The Rapture Ain't Come :(
Ok so boom... Cardi is all we care about currently. It's definitely other things of note to talk about but the cast for sure keeps coming back to Salute the Real Bitches. Diddy's character witness letters are actually a kiiii. These people have lost it. Between Rodney Jerkins randomly supporting...
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150. The Hills Are Alive With The Sound Of Brooklyn (w/ Lanaria Johnson)
If you haven't gone to see the movie "Love, Brooklyn" starring Andre Holland, Nicole Beharie, and DeWanda Wise DO IT NOW!!!! Associate Producer of the film, Lanaria Johnson, joins the Psyce to chat her contributions to the film, music being an integral part of cinema, and the absence of memorable...
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149. Vee Emm Ayes
Lots has changed down to the MTV Video Music Awards and the Psyce is giving ppl a full rundown. From Fashion to bashing the girls, Steph and Muse do bring some of the live tweeting and commentary to the mics to recap the 2025 VMAs. The cast had a ball, did y'all? Follow us everywhere...
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148. Better CC: Me
The cast actually has a lot to say - but you already knew that. Steph personally is tired of the people playing on her Fave Ciara's time and as the convo deepened it was clear to the podcast that there's some education to be had here. Listen in as the Psyce accidentally goes down a retrospective...
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147. Do It Afraid (w/ Yaya Bey)
Yaya Bey stops by the Psyce to chat her latest project and dish about the ins and outs and ups and downs of being a recording artist. Listen in as Muse + Steph have an in depth convo about the toll an album can take, falling out of grace with initial audiences while blossoming in new ones with...
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146. Shut Up, Just Shut Up, Shut Up
Fresh off the tails of The Psyce's Mid Year Album Review episode and visual, it's time to get into some thinnnnggsssss. The internet is buzzing - for no good reason, and rightfully so - depending on who you ask. Between the people not letting several of our girls live AND the people still hooting...
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145. No Skips: Mid Year Album Review
The Psyce is back up on they bullshit, y'know, forcing music down yall's throats. But don't worry, you'll love it. 2025 ain't even get all the way through summer yet and we already have gotten hit over the head with BANGERS!!!!!! From Destin Conrad to Clipse and back again - MUSIC IS OUT!!!! How...
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144. Don't Forget About the Party Girls
DMX said it's dark and hell is hot. Well Earth is too and as summer time takes hold the music is heating up at the same exact rate. On today's minisode the Psyce takes to the mic with that FIRE. 2025 has us in a musical chokehold and between the pop and R&B girls, Summer is no exception. Listen…
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143. Psycing, Silly, Back Again (w/ John Morrison and JR)
The Psyce plays a lot and laughs even more but what this podcast is known for is it's music scholarship. Here with Steph + Muse today is music journalist, writer, and DJ - John Morrison. After the hardest hitting and hottest of topics (including the verdict that launched a thousand tweets), this...
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142. Why Does R&B Have An Expiration Date? (The Psyce Live @ Shanklin Hall - 6.7.25)
The girls swear they love 90s R&B until those same artist's drop new cuts. Listen in to our latest Live show, straight from Shanklin Hall in Washington. D.C. where we forum with the children about legacy artists and the support (or lack thereof) for their newer music. Press play and get ready to...
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141. Fest with the Mess
Listen in as your fave dolls, Muse + Steph recap their weekends including all things Roots Picnic 2025. They talking the good the bad and the ugly of it all. Festivals are popping up out the wood works and the set lists are soon to come, so lets chat. Philly and DC are both cities with a love for...
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140. Go to Hell or JAIL!!!!!
Summer Walker has lyrics for pretty much anything, even jail time. Niggas seem to love prison because the docket is full of current or soon to be inmates. Cassie been letting the Choppa sing ALL WEEK and we are all damn ears!!!! The topics are hot and the cast is at odds, PLUS Muse + Steph are...
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139. I Know It's Not Too Ghetto
The cast is back with the mics ablaze and ready to cackle. From Cowboy Carter's first couple nights to Kanye and Chris being on the blacklist - this is a much needed catch up. Stan Gripes and New Music are abound on this one so get your snacks and your drink caus you bout to Listen and laugh…
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138. Zeep & Zifferent
THERE IS NO SUCH THING AS ALTERNATIVE R&B. Please everyone stop the madness. On this episode, the cast is dissecting this specific bucket of music that the girls tend to use to separate themselves. Muse + Steph are here to break the news on what is and what AIN'T. Using a twitter convo that broke...
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137. In Memoriam...
Some legends have gone to glory leaving us with those who wrongfully yearn to be glorified. Listen in as we cackle thru current crash outs and uplift those that have left indelible marks on music. Go watch them Youtube episodes while you at it :) Follow us everywhere @thepsycepodcast. Like…
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136. That Rihanna Reign (Rated R Album Review 2025)
This album review contains material that may be unsuitable for children under 17 years old - but so does every episode, honestly. That Rihanna Reign just won't let up!!!!!! Happy Birthday Rihanna!!!! We - and by "we" we mean the world - can't get enough of you and your impact. Dutchess of Done,...
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135. And The Winner Is... (2025 Grammys Recap)
The Grammy's owes us and Beyoncé NOTHING, do you hear me??!!!!?? We say this annually but the ppl in the Grammy family have heard the world's gripes and showed up and showed out this time around for real!!!! Listen as we recap music's biggest night. Follow the cast and keep up with the dolls...
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134. That Girl (w/ Zyah Belle)
We are sitting down with the beautiful, hilarious, and vocaled doll of all dolls. Yam Grier herself, Zyah Belle. Listen in as we nerd out with her about her music, her path, and her tour. The topics range from RHOSLC and the disappearance of neo soul all the way to Non-denominational gospel and...
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133. The Psyce Podcast Belongs On The You(Tizzube)!
Happy New Year Co-Hostssss! Beyonce not giving the world visuals but guess who is... US!!!! Your faves, Steph and Muse, at the Psyce, have officially made our splash into these YouTube Streets and we're talking our collective best of the best albums list for 2024. From Willow to Flo, Sabrina to...
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132. World Building is Important... Earth is Ghetto (w/ Siaira Shawn)
Friend to the show, Siaira Shawn stops by the cast to let us fawn over her latest project, Ephemera. Listen in as we chat with our doll about all things singing and songwriting. Follow her on all platforms @siairashawn Catch up with us as we talk about several industry crash outs. From artists...
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131. Listening Is Fundamental (w/ Egypt!!)
This week, the cast sat down with Egypt!! of "Listening is Fundamental" to learn more about her traveling bingo game for music nerds, building community, and play a lil game ourselves. If samples are your thing, be sure to pop out at the next LIF event, coming to a city near you. Follow...
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130. The Opening of an Envelope
Making up for lost time, Catching up, oh and Grammy Noms
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129. Do You Know You Have 30...?
3 debut albums! 30 years of HIT music! Brandy - Self Titled (1994) - 30 Years Teedra Moses - Complex Simplicity (2004) - 20 Years Tinashe - Aquarius (2014) - 10 Years
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128. Litigation Bobs
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Come join Music Journalists Michael Muse and Stephanye Watts on the bi-weekly show, The Psyce.The Psyce is a Black music podcast spanning all genres with a sprinkling of pop culture and a shit-ton of foolishness.
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