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In the season one finale Quisha and Nancy discuss who has earned a place on the Mount Rushmore for this era of R&B. Discover who they chose and why, and let us know your own R&B Mount Rushmore picks in the comments. Stay tuned for season two!

In one day and out the next. Quisha and Nancy talk about the songs that haven’t aged well over time. What songs are most shocking after revisiting? And why did these songs do so well with audiences? The ladies discuss these questions and more.

This week Quisha and Nancy discuss the phenomenon that was blue eyed soul. They discuss the artists who personify this genre the most and they pose the question “What’s the difference between appropriation and appreciation?” Check out the songs discussed in this episode and a few that didn’t make the cut here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4UyrYcKGg83RbDBbBvfqEg?si=f8nb5acRSlyfb2R4SLX1Kg

“What did he say?!” We don’t know and we aren’t sure we care. This week Nancy welcomes a special guest to discuss songs they love even though the lyrics are a mystery. Why are audiences drawn to these songs? They’ll discuss this and more. Check out the songs discussed in this episode and a few that didn’t make the cut here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0sLnGTPtTzcLfQRlN9dKxP?si=hmXOvsYXSb28s7wNFCHxeQ

It’s time to go DUMB…at least according to ChatGPT. Quisha and Nancy ask ChatGPT for the 10 most iconic songs from Bay Area rappers. They talk about their favorites and also discuss why the hyphy movement was so popular in the early 2000s. Sources for the episode: San Francisco Standard article By Alan Chazaro https://sfstandard.com/2022/04/02/we-were-hyphy-revisits-the-glory-days-of-mid-2000s-bay-area-hip-hop/ Documentary “We Were Hyphy” Check out the songs discussed in this episode and a few that didn’t make the cut here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/661gKA7ZUwy1onro3qlmhM?si=Y0U6EKklR-2jBN0QDEKVNw

This wedding was LIT. In today's episode Quisha and Nancy take a look back at the Int’l Players Anthem music video. From style, to cars, to wedding drama this video does not disappoint.

It’s time to give Aaliyah her flowers. In this episode Quisha and Nancy reminisce about Aaliyah’s style, her influence, and the legacy she left behind. Check out the songs discussed in this episode and a few that didn’t make the cut here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6PqfsX14mImwtU6ge1A8Y6?si=ovQVNqOXSIKcNhiTEPWEqQ

It’s 2000 and you need to pick members for a new girl group to take over the radio waves and go platinum (remember those concepts?). The question is which three singers do you choose? In this episode we find out as Quisha and Nancy draft three icons from the era to be in their girl groups. Check out the songs discussed in this episode and a few that didn’t make the cut here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5uSOxsP8YWoM9aqLWlkc8O?si=2LIPfXQIQJGNyps1OQ261A

Episode Description: It’s the year of the gentleman in this week’s episode where Quisha and Nancy discuss their love of Neyo, debate is he truly underrated as an artist?, and deep dive into one of his best albums of the time. Check out the songs discussed in this episode and a few that didn’t make the cut here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4YFYFPl8N5NkQRrkDKEmFH?si=6f658b6fd1b04362

Quisha and Nancy have invited a guest (and fan favorite) to talk about all things samples. They’ll cover the most surprising songs that are samples in the genre and some of their favorites of the era. There’s even a game to test the guest’s musical prowess. Check out the songs discussed in this episode and a few that didn’t make the cut here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7rpLCGXX6bGzLogAxh2sBz?si=85bccedf6fb543b0

Quisha and Nancy try to solve one of R&B’s greatest mysteries and discuss the lyrical clues of the Boy Is Mine. Was he Brandy’s? Was he Monica’s? Was he everyone’s because it was 1998 and he was fine ass Mekhi Phifer who couldn’t be tied down by any one woman? Spoiler Alert: multiple people in this song are delulu.

In this episode Quisha and Nancy dive into the shallow pool of female rappers during the late 90s/early 2000s. They discuss favs, who dominated and why, and what was really responsible for the short list of female rappers in this era. Check out the songs discussed in this episode and a few that didn’t make the cut here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3DvcE18LCz05vlNo1OUxNu?si=c9b1ed8ba94341be

Neo soul felt both new and nostalgic all at the same time. Quisha and Nancy discuss why they loved this genre of music and the artists behind the music. They also talk about what inspired this era of music that seemed markedly different from R & B and Hip-Hop up to that point. This episode is dedicated to the late Angie Stone. Check out the songs discussed in this episode and a few that didn’t make the cute here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3BFjnmQNw1uA6P4WYvgEzb?si=sUImbz-5QguvICcf7fUzZg

These songs were huge hits that played everywhere until one day….they didn’t. In this episode Quisha and Nancy talk about one hit wonders. How songs become hits and why after a massive success some artists don’t reach the same heights of that one hit ever again. It’s the never-ending Return of the Mack. Check out the songs discussed in this episode and few that didn’t make the cut here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2BzopsiEuL4Rd5PbITYOoG?si=2l1Au71ETYKrtm6QRfeGDw

The South dominated hip-hop in the late 90s and 2000s. In this episode Quisha and Nancy asked ChatGPT to give the 10 most iconic southern rap songs from that time. Through the show they discuss the results and what they thought was missing from the list. Do your stretches and get ready to get low to these songs. Check out the songs discussed in this episode and a few that didn’t make the cut here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2xcAgNN97zsRzTEWpd1ugW?si=5rxIPU5cR2qr6kpgmbhaMg

Quisha and Nancy cover all the absolute best break up songs of the genre and why we like break up songs more than love songs. The two debate which is better, the heartbroken ballad or the celebratory songs that show you can't keep a good baddie down. Who made the best break up songs at the time? And where the hell are the breakup songs by the female rappers?? Check out the songs discussed in this episode and a few that didn't make the cut here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4uBH5jGpAHkKNu3pXJtQCn?si=P20csYQhT5KkP5SZxLNNzw

Orchestra Noir comes to Los Angeles and Nancy and Quisha couldn’t wait to kiki about the experience on this special bonus episode. For more info on Orchestra Noir check out their Instagram @Orchestranoir

Cheater, cheater, pumpkin eater! Quisha & Nancy discuss the cheating songs we all know (too well) and love. They ask why the theme of cheating seemed so prevalent in R&B and Hip Hop at the time and what cultural shifts might have influenced this wave of unfaithful anthems. And of course, they share which of the songs they believe were the most iconic. You can listen to all the songs mentioned on the show (plus a few bonus ones) at our Spotify link below: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4Ijgp9lkfKTvw6SxIK4Q1n?si=8aVQ09hvQPSmomhdex7moA

What better day to release the first episode than Galentine's Day. In their very first episode Nancy and Quisha introduce their new podcast dedicated to R&B and and Hip Hop from the late 90s and early 2000s. They discuss the rediscovered playlist that started it all and share the songs they loved and loathed.