WBSR Radio Playlist - Pieces of A Dream (8 Feb 2014)

In 2014 we will keep our listeners updated on the tracks we add to the daily rotation on *Black Soul Rhythms Radio (WBSR-DR)*.  Songs from the following CD were added to our playlist on Saturday February 8, 2014. Let us know if there is something we should add!!

In The Moment (2013)

Pieces of a Dream 
In the Moment is the 2013 release from the veteran Jazz group Pieces of a Dream. Joined by superstar guitarist Rhon Lawrence and up and coming saxophonist Tony Watson Jr., the group has composed 10 brilliant originals that run the gamut from "in the pocket" R&B to the kind of sensuous Smooth Jazz jams that have made them legends. Lead producer and founding member James Lloyd, who has been a go to hit maker and accompanist for such artists as Mary J. Blige, BB King, Wayman Tisdale and others, is at the top of his game here with such highlights as the funky "Steppers 'D' Lite" and the romantic ballad "Misty Eyed". Additionally, co-founder Curtis Harmon's composition, the title track "In the Moment", is a joyful celebration of Pieces of a Dream's 20th album and their brilliant career.    ~~ Excerpt from Amazon Editorial Review 

James Lloyd and Curtis Harmon

James Lloyd is a true workaholic.  Being classically trained, he was first introduced to jazz at age 12. Other interests include cooking and martial arts. He is a performer, writer and producer. He has worked with the late, Wayman Tisdale, Walter Beasley, Najee, Alexander Zonjic, Nestor Torres, and Jeff Kashiwa.  You may also find James on CD's from Phyllis Hyman, Regina Belle, Loose Ends, Eddie Murphy, Ornette Coleman, and the late, great, Grover Washington Jr.

Curtis Harmon along with partner & bassist Bennie Sims, has also formed another musical group called "New Foundation". Displaying a style that borders jazzfunk and R&B, their new cd entitled "Goin Places" has its own personality that differs from the songs that Curt & Bennie have written for "Pieces". Goin Places also features the vocal artistry of vocalist Phil Perry. 





WBSR Review : 
Pieces of a Dream "In the Moment" 

3 out of 5 

FAVORITE tracks added to the Black Soul Rhythms Radio playlist are:  Ttyl (I'm Driving)  and New Jazz Swing.

CONTACT: For booking information, please call Dan Harmon at 215-882-0043 or 215-884-2268.  You may also call Bill Harmon at 215-669-2163.

FAN CLUB:   Become a member of the Dream Club and receive exclusive content from Pieces of A Dream and to get a FREE download of "No Assembly Required" from their No Assembly Required CD! http://piecesofadream.net/fanclub.php


WEBSITE:  http://piecesofadream.net/

WBSR Radio Playlist

In 2014 we will keep our listeners updated on the tracks we add to the daily rotation on Black Soul Rhythms Radio (WBSR-DR). The following songs were added to our playlist on Saturday January 11, 2014. Let us know if there is something we should add!!

Eric Roberson (affectionately known as"Erro" by friends and fans) is set to release two albums in 2014. The first album entitled, B-Sides, Features and Heartaches, is scheduled for release on February 4th, 2014 followed by his 9th studio album later in 2014.

The first single released off B-Sides, Features & Heartaches entitled "Anymore" was produced by Brett "Bdubb" Baker. Baker produced Roberson's two GRAMMY-Nominated songs "A Tale of Two" and "Still" from the Music Fan First album.

LISTEN TO NEW SINGLE

B-Sides, Features and Heartaches is a 13-track collection of unheard singles, features on other projects and 2 brand new songs. Some of the artists featured are: Angela Johnson, DJ Spinna, Les Nubians, Aaron Camper and more.
Stay in contact with Erro:    


"Make A Way" is the first single from Carmen Rodgers' highly anticipated forthcoming release 

"Stargazer" 

Carmen and her co-writer Claudia Melton partnered with Grammy-Award winning Super Producer S-1& Caleb of SKP Productions

(who brought us Kanye West's "Power," songs from "Yeezus" & "Watch the Throne" and Beyonce's "Best Thing I Never Had").

"Make A Way" is available now digitally on Bandcamp and on iTunes, Amazon and everywhere digital music is sold on January 7, 2014. 

Stay in contact with Carmen: 

"HEAVEN KNOWS"

From the man that brought you "The River" & "Beautiful", TopNotch/ Shanachie Entertainment recording artist

NOEL GOURDIN

From his forthcoming and 3rd LP 

'CITY HEART, SOUTHERN SOUL'

On ITunes.com, Amazon.com, and In Stores

February 18th, 2014

Courtesy of Shanachie Entertainment

     

Stay in contact with Noel:   

FAVORITE SONGS of 2013

 

FAVORITE SONGS OF 2013!!!
 
BSR RADIO DJs have been cooking in the lab coming up with their favorite Top 10 songs of 2013. We want to know what are some of your favorite songs of 2013! Drop it on our FaceBook page : https://www.facebook.com/BlackSoulRhythms









Tune into our SPECIAL YEAR END RADIO WEBCAST!

5:00PM ET / 2:00PM slt  ::  DJ SUNNY LOVE
6:00PM ET / 3:00PM slt :::  DJ LADY P
7:00PM ET / 4:00PM slt  ::  DJ SHINE
8:00PM ET / 5:00PM slt ::   DJ NISA
9:00PM ET / 6:00PM slt ::   DJ KEWL
10:00PM ET / 7:00PM slt :: DJ MILES
11:00PM ET / 8:00PM slt :: DJ DIBOU

Join us from the SugarHill Lounge in the virtual world of Second Life= http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/SugarHill/87/214/27

or TUNE IN =  http://BlackSoulRhythms.com

See if you agree with our favorite picks:

MIZZ DIBOU (a.k.a. DJ DIBOU)

• Luke James - IOU
• Phil Perry - You Belong To Me
• Prince - Breakfast Can Wait 
• Amel Larrieux - Berries & Cream 
• Zo!  - Show Me The Way (feat. Anthony David & Carmen Rodgers) 
•  Beyonce - Grown Woman 
• Robert Glasper  - Let It Ride (feat. Norah Jones) 
• Don-E  - Spiritual 
• Emmavie - Fatal Attraction
• KEM - Jesus

Honorable mention: I could not ignore the top selling single of 2013  Macklemore & Ryan Lewis “Thrift Shop (feat. Wanz)”

Tune into the NuSoul NeoSoul Show to hear Mizz DIBOU live every Tuesday @ 10:00PM ET
Download her podcast =  https://x.mixcloud.com/BSRRadio/ 
Promotion =  http://youtu.be/4xHjcXVdBUg 

DJ MILES11THour (a.k.a. The Jazzologist)

A few of my favorite tracks released in 2013 ... in no particular order:

• Chick Corea - Galaxy 32 Star 4
• Maysa - Good Morning Sunrise 
• Jose James - Its All Over Your Body
• Lenny White - Wolfbane
• Earth Wind & Fire - Turn It Into Something
• Will Downing - Stuff I Like
• Yellow Jackets - Can't We Elope
• Wayne Shorter - S.S. Golden Mean
• Spyro Gyra - Clubhouse Jam
• Jeff Lorber Fusion - King Kong

Tune into the Jazz Sundays on BSR Radio to hear DJ Miles11THour every Sunday @ 10:00PM ET = http://BlackSoulRhythms.com
Play his Podcast = http://BlackSoulRhythms.com/audio/favorite_songs_of_2013_Miles11thour.mp3
Facebook =  https://www.facebook.com/Miles11Hour
YouTube = http://www.youtube.com/miles11hour

 

DJ SHINE (a.k.a. Sean Namori)

• amel larrieux - afraid 
• Joe - something for you 
• Black radio 2 - what are we doing 
• chrisette michelle - love wont  let me 
• chante moore - talkin in my sleep 
• avant - gratitude 
• j warner - that feeling 
• janelle monae - primetime 
• rc& the gritz - leave me alone 
• trumaine lamar - slow  motion 
• salaam remi - makin it hard

Tune into the Soul Sessions with DJ SHINE every Thursday @ 10:00PM ET
Download his podcast =  http://djshine1.podomatic.com/
Promotion =   http://youtu.be/uuVDHZfalew

DJ SUNNY LOVE

2013 was filled with hot albums from both and R&B and Hip Hop world. Tune in and compare your favorite songs from 2013 to WBSR's DJ Sunny Love's favorites.

• Ace Hood ~ The Come up
  Great Hip hop Album. I Could have put a few songs in this List.

• Racaugh ~ Better Be Good
  SO nice to hear a woman stand up and make a man do right! Follow suite ladies!!

• J Cole ~ Power Trip
  Didn't I say Last year he was on the come up?

• Sevyn Streeter ~ It won't stop
  New aged R&B love at it's finest

• Jay Z ~ Ocean
  I almost left this off my list...but....I can't lie...I play the hell out of this song.

• Ciara ~ I'm Out
  Man .... Ciara came out with the right song at the right time for me!

• Beyoncé ~ Drunk in Love
  Thanks Beyoncé for making me drop a artist whom will remain nameless off the list. Ughhhh

• E-40 ~ Episode
  Club Banger!!! Crowd loves this track!

• Fantasia ~ Without Me
  Fantasia proved why she is one of the best with this track!

• Janelle Monae ~ Q.U.E.E.N
  My 2013 in one song! How could I have pick any other song for number 1?

Check out DJ Sunny Love every Saturday night from 8-10pm EST here:
http://www.facebook.com/#!/BlackSoulRhythms/app_221460014534454

http://BlackSoulRhythms.com
http://www.facebook.com/DJSunnyLove
https://twitter.com/DJSunnyLove

 

DJ Dr KEWL (The KEWL Lounge)

Fresh out of Get Reel Studios, Dr. KEWL slides this year's best tunes between your ears! Uplifting, Soulful, & KEWL music made our bodies move all year long. With so many kewl tunes coming out in 2013 it was hard for him to decide which ones would make the top ten. So here now, from #10 to #1, is the top ear kandi played in the KEWL lounge in 2013. 

Check out the KEWLest Tunes of 2013 = http://drkewl.podomatic.com/

Tune into The KEWL Lounge simulcast every Wednesday night @ 10:00PM ET
http://BlackSoulRhythms.com

DJ NISA

DJ NISA is the voice of HipHop Fundamentals on BSR Radio ... you know her!! Check out her favorites from 2013. You will see she knows more than just hiphop!!

• Blurred Lines - Robin Thicke
• Hold On, We're Going Home - Drake
• I'm Out - Ciara
• Power Trip - J. Cole
• F*ckin' Problems - A$AP Rocky
• Without Me - Fantasia
• Wicked Games - The Weeknd
• Backseat Freestyle - Kendrick Lamar
• Next to Me - Emeli Sande
• Thank You - Busta Rhymes ft. Q-tip

DJ LadyP 

• Marie Dahlstrom - Floating           
• Raheem DeVaughn - Pink Crush Velvet
• Leela James - Say That ft. Anthony Hamilton
• The Internet ft. NickyDavey - Timeless
• Phonte feat. Focus & Sy Smith- Love Songs
• Jesse Boykins III - Doing It Wrong
• Ruth Koleva - What Am I Supposed To     
• Rahsaan Patterson - Stronger than Pride
• Carmen Rodgers - Make A Way
• Debra Debs - Love Galore

Tune into the NeoSoul in the Key of Lady P with DJ Lady P every Friday @ 10:00PM ET


Download her podcast = http://djladyp.podomatic.com
Promotion =  http://youtu.be/i6GKiZ5uRxY

 

NEW MUSIC: O.L.U. Beggin for More

Olumba Obu a.k.a. O.L.U
It’s not rare that you find an aspiring young, male singer in Atlanta. But it is rare that you find a performer like O.L.U. Through the changing tides of the R&B scene, O.L.U. has ventured out to make his own stamp in this new age of music. With songs like his new single, “Beggin’ for More,” O.L.U. seeks to have a positive impact in the community with the universal language of the world. His dream and his mission, is to use his expansive musical talent to not only express what he feels, but to Born in South Orange, New Jersey to Nigerian parents, Olumba Obu emerged into this world in 1991. After 10 years of living up North, his family moved down South to Atlanta, Georgia. His musical influence started at the young age of 9, as he began emulating the King of Pop, Michael Jackson, at family gatherings and weddings.

"Beggin for More"
Written By: T.Michaels,Bossup,Olu & Red Hudson
Produced By: Pete Rocca & Spec Turner
BMI/ASCAP ©

BUY from AMAZON.com

NEW MUSIC: Two New Tracks from Sandra St. Victor

Check out the video for the single "Presence" from the forthcoming LP "Oya's Daughter"  by Sandra St. Victor that will be in stores September 24th, 2013.
 
    

Take a listen of "I Prefer" also from Sandra St. Victor upcoming project:




Oya's Daughter Crew
"Oya's Daughter" was produced in it's entirety by beat buddha Mark de Clive-Lowe (Lauren Hill, Jody Watley, Sy Smith, Omar) and mixed by producer and mixologist, Sandra's Dallas homie Ty Macklin (India.Arie, Erykah Badu, N'dambi, Noel Gourdin).

For her bio click here (pdf).

FEATURED ARTIST: Water Seed

"Water Seed gives us a refreshingly soulful groove that embodies musical maturity not often found in RnB music today. "
~ Black Soul Rhythms Radio (WBSR-DR)


Putting out a new project February 2013, WATER SEED has released "Feel Like I Do", a 'Buzz' Single featuring Jon Bibbs. Thus far receiving rave reviews, "Feel Like I Do" has introduced various music insiders, DJ's and tastemakers to WATER SEED... But they are far from newcomers!

Brought up on the roots and traditions of the musical city of New Orleans, WATER SEED has become one of the undergrounds best kept secrets.  Crossing genres, social status, and age lines, Water Seed continues to reach fans of every demographic.  Made of up of Grammy winners, Major Label side players and accomplished composers, Water Seed presents musicianship at it's finest.  



Download the “Feel Like I Do” Suite (original and 2 remixes): http://waterseed.bandcamp.com/album/feel-like-i-do-suite
 

 
"Imagination" is a mellow groove that will grab you from the first drum tap, "Imagination" is the sad story of a man lost in his thoughts about a woman that seems out of his reach. Jerry May Productions deftly depicts such a scenario capturing the lead man imagining the life he wished he had alongside the woman of his dreams.
 
Download “Imagination” Here: http://www.sendspace.com/file/f2jdr0
Watch “Imagination” Here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O6KZbNIjZ_Q

WATER SEED has recorded and shared the stage with The Soul Rebels Brass Band, The Rebirth Brass Band, George Porter, Kent Jordan, Clarence Johnson III, Ernie K-Doe, Chocolate Milk and the Baptiste family. They have toured New York, Miami, California, Russia and most of the U.S. Southeast region on a regular basis. They have been review by Aol, Performer Magazine, Creative Loafing Magazine and countless other funk and jazz blogs. 


Testimonials

• "Water Seed gives me hope!" Famous bass legend George Porter 
• "It's vibrant and loud like Prince, but soulful enough to gain more than any other fast-paced R&B music." Star Watson for AOL's City's Best 
• "I'm feeling this Music" Rick Ross (Atlantic Records) 
• "The show ended with everyone standing and clapping as if it were church; and then the offering plate came into the audience." Live New Orleans Music

CONTACT INFORMATION:
Main website:  www.waterseedmusic.com -- Funk/Jazz/Soul Band
booking@waterseedmusic.com
504-345-9764 (WSMG)

Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Water-Seed/39307795129

Twitter:

https://twitter.com/waterseed

THANK YOU to Hasan Brown, Puzzle Marketing & Media

NEW MUSIC from Winston Warrior: Elevator

"Elevator"

from Vintage R&B Recording artist

WINSTON WARRIOR

This single is from Winston's forthcoming and 2nd LP

"Lifeology 101.......Back To School"

Album launch date

October 16th, 2012

To purchase, order from Amazon.com

Contact Winston Warrior at unlimitedwealthent@yahoo.com


 

NEW ARTIST: Tiffany T'zelle

Purchase "NEVER" by Tiffany T'zelle  from Amazon
Produced by Aaron Brown & Juan Coon for M.I.S. Productions 


 
never_ tiffany t'zelle_phoenix music & media 
by DJ JUAN COON

NEW MUSIC from Vivian Green: The Green Room

After taking some time off following the release of her 2010 album, Beautiful, R&B singer Vivian Green re-emerged on the music scene earlier in 2012 by performing the vocal duties on "Still Here," a single taken from the latest album by Jazz musician Brian Culbertson. And now she's prepping her fourth studio album, The Green Room, for release later this year.

"I wanted to create music that's fun and sexy and soulful, and songs that are reflective but not morose. That's where I am in my life, and that's the kind of music I wanted to make," sherecently said of the recording of her new album."

The first single's a lush and romantic track called "Anything Out There," where Vivian gushes about the good loving her man's giving her. "Ooh baby you go hard, you sure know how to raise the bar, you're showing me all I deserve, you're bringing me heaven on Earth/I'm giving you five stars," she sings. The Green Room is due out October 9th, 2012, Courtesy of eOne Music.

Purchase your copy of this new CD from Amazon.com

Vivian Green - Anything Out There by eOne Music

Chillout Sessions Comes to BSR Radio

Announcing the new radio show Chillout Sessions on Black Soul Rhythms Radio every Thursday at 12:00PM ET. The 2 hour Chillout Sessions with Donald Isaac is an Internationally Syndicated Weekly Radio Show.

On the show, Donald mixes a unique and sophisticated blend of Smooth Jazz, Smooth Vocals and Chill Music. The show also gives listeners access to exclusive national & international artist interviews as well as World Premieres of various albums.

Smooth Jazz is our basis and Smooth Vocals from a wide variety of genres such as Sophisti-pop, Blue-eyed soul, and R&B/Soul Music as well as Chill or Chill-out music along with Nu-jazz and Acid Jazz will be sprinkled in. Latin Jazz and other variations of Jazz will also be sprinkled in occasionally.

Listen to the weekly webcast of the ChillOut Sessions on:  TuneIn or Radio Station Website.

Feel free to contact Donald through any of the sources listed below:

Like The Chillout Sessions on Facebook: facebook.com/thechilloutsessionsradio

Friend Donald on Facebook: facebook.com/donald.isaac91

Follow Donald on Twitter: @_donaldisaac

E-mail Donald directly at: donald.isaacjr@sbcglobal.net

NEW MUSIC: OYA THOMAS DEBUT SINGLE “LOVE”

Independent Artist Inspires and 

Uplifts The Soul 

Soulful independent artist, Oya Thomas, highly anticipated new single “LOVE” is now available.  It is a heartfelt tribute to the divine beauty of the world as felt through the Spirit of Oya. 

"LOVE" is one of 10 tracks off her soon to be released debut album “Spirit of Oya”. The project is a fusion of R&B/Soul, Jazz, Funk, Pop and Gospel and will be released on September 23, 2012. Infused with compassion and divine energy, Oya uses her voice as an instrument to weave textured stories and melodies, that vibrate with the transformative power of music.

Her original songs and thoughtful interpretations of timeless favorites, pay homage to the authentic storytellers and creators that most influenced her, including Whitney Houston, Prince, Marvin Gaye and Stevie Wonder.

Oya voices her interpretation of music by stating, “Music is a movement. It is the flow and breath of life born of rhythmic and melodic essence and, much like our spirit, imbued with infinite possibilities.” Her mission behind the music is to spread love, inspiration and joy while raising the vibration and connection of people.

The musical vibrations come to life on “LOVE”, as Oya has enlisted the artistic vision of Ryan Cross, a celebrated cellist and bass player, who has graced the recording studio and stage with Chaka Khan, Gladys Knight and Rihanna. And Brandon Coleman, a highly renowned pianist who has worked with notables such as Rachelle Ferrell and Babyface.

With an innate fervor for growth as an artist, Oya continues to ignite her exceptional spark through her art. Her debut solo album "Spirit of Oya" will release September 23, 2012.

Spirit of Oya Music Entertainment

www.SpiritofOya.com
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Love (Radio Edit) by spiritofoya

NEW MUSIC: Terri Tobin "Love Me"

International Indie Soul Artist, Ms. Teri Tobin has been diligently perfecting her forthcoming sophomore LP, SO GOOD TO ME and we are sharing with you her second new smash-hit single, "Love Me" (produced by award winning, up-and-coming producer, Tall Black Guy).

The New*Single, "Love Me" will be available on May 22, 2012 (CD Baby, iTunes, Amazon and other online retailers).

Photo CreditPhoto by Mike Quain
Hair/Makeup: Daniel Chinchilla

Stylist: Robyn Dixon