37 episodes
VHC (Vibes, History & Culture) Kevin Washington
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- Music
It's a journey through the little known and often unknown histories of music and musical culture from a millennial lens with a fun vibe for music history nerds and history nerds alike.
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The Making of Janet Jackson
In this episode of VHC, the month of June is Black Music Month and we’re starting off that celebration with the exploration of how music megastar and icon, Janet Jackson made the transition from her first two albums, her self-titled debut release in 1982 and her 1984 release, “Dream Street” to her groundbreaking and trailblazing 1986 album, “Control”.
Song Credits:
"Young Love" by Janet Jackson ℗ 1982 A&M Records
"Come Give Your Love to Me" by Janet Jackson ℗ 1982 A&M Records
"Don't Stand Another Chance" by Janet Jackson ℗ 1984 A&M Records
"Control" by Janet Jackson ℗ An A&M Records Release; ℗ 1986 UMG Recordings, Inc.
"777-9311" by Morris Day & The Time ℗ 1982 Warner Records, Inc.
"What Have You Done For Me Lately" by Janet Jackson ℗ An A&M Records Release; ℗ 1986 UMG Recordings, Inc.
"Nasty" by Janet Jackson ℗ An A&M Records Release; ℗ 1986 UMG Recordings, Inc.
"The Pleasure Principle" by Janet Jackson ℗ An A&M Records Release; ℗ 1986 UMG Recordings, Inc.
"When I Think of You" by Janet Jackson ℗ An A&M Records Release; ℗ 1986 UMG Recordings, Inc. -
Dead Rock Stars
In this episode, we are the kicking off a summer full of exciting new episodes! And I got a chance to chat with the authors of the new book, "The Dead Rock Stars", Kyle Wiltshire and Jay Watson. They share some details about what went into the book and what inspired it.
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Anniversary Vibes
In this episode we are celebrating our ONE-YEAR ANNIVERSARY!!! We're talking about what the show is, what it has been and what we'll continue to be going forward in giving you the Vibes, History and Culture!
Song Credits:
"Anniversary (Instrumental)" by Tony, Toni, Tone ℗ 1993 The Island Def Jam Music Group
"What's Love Got to Do With It" by Tina Turner ℗ 1984 Parlophone Records Ltd.
"We Don't Need Another Hero (Thunderdome)" by Tina Turner ℗ 1985 Parlophone Records Ltd.
"Everybody Dance" by Chic ℗ 1977 Atlantic Recording Corporation
"Dress You Up" by Madonna ℗ 1984 Sire Records
"Up Jumps Da Boogie" by Timbaland, Magoo & Missy Elliot ℗ 1997 Blackground Enterprises
"Walk On By" by Dionne Warwick ℗ 1964 Rhino Entertainment
"That's What Friends Are For" by Dionne Warwick, Stevie Wonder, Elton John & Gladys Knight ℗ 1985 Arista Records LLC -
The Music of Roberta Flack
In this episode, we are taking a journey into the legendary music and artistry of music icon, Roberta Flack. Including some gems of her musical roots and upbringing as well as her impact on modern day music and culture.
Song Credits:
"Where is the Love" by Roberta Flack & Donny Hathaway ℗ 1972 Atlantic Recording Corporation
"The First Time I Ever Saw Your Face" by Roberta Flack
℗ 1969 Atlantic Recording Corporation
"The Closer I Get to You" by Roberta Flack & Donny Hathaway ℗ 1977 Atlantic Recording Corporation
"You Are My Heaven" by Roberta Flack & Donny Hathaway ℗ 1979 Atlantic Recording Corporation
"Reverend Lee" by Roberta Flack ℗ 1970 Atlantic Recording Corporation
"Jesse" by Roberta Flack ℗ 1973 Atlantic Recording Corporation
"Bridge Over Troubled Water" by Roberta Flack ℗ 1971
"Killing Me Softly" by Roberta Flack ℗ 1973 Atlantic Recording Corporation
"Killing Me Softly" by Lori Lieberman ℗ 1972 Jet D'Eau Music BMI
"Killing Me Softly" by The Fugees ℗ 1996 Columbia Records, a Division of Sony Music
"Killing Me Softly" by Citizen Queen ℗ 2022
"Feel Like Makin' Love" by Roberta Flack ℗ 1975 Atlantic Recording Corporation
"Feel Like Makin' Love" by D'Angelo ℗ 2000 Virgin Records America, Inc.
"Feel Like Makin' Love" by Blank & Jones (feat. Zoe Durrant) ℗ 2020 Soundcolours GmbH -
Burnt Reeds
In this episode, we got a chance to chat with the local Charlotte NC region reed quintet, Burnt Reeds about their music and mission to bridge the gap between different audiences in classical music. They also share the collaborative effort behind their musical debut release, "Homegrown Melodies".
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The Vibe is Cowboy Carter
In this episode, we're taking in depth look into latest album by Beyoncé "COWBOY CARTER". We're looking into the cultural impact and significance behind the album, especially the exposure being brought to black country artists of the past and present as well as some hidden gems about the African-American roots of country music.
Song Credits:
"TEXAS HOLD 'EM" by Beyoncé ℗ 2024 Parkwood Entertainment LLC, under exclusive license to Columbia Records, a Division of Sony Music Entertainment
"Country Girl" by The Carolina Chocolate Drops ℗ 2012 Nonesuch Records
"I Shall Not Be Move" by Rhiannon Giddens ℗ 2021 Nonesuch Records
"BLACKBIIRD" by Beyoncé ℗ 2024 Parkwood Entertainment LLC, under exclusive license to Columbia Records, a Division of Sony Music Entertainment
"Blackbird" by The Beatles ℗ 1968 EMI/London Records
"Leave Right Now" by The Kentucky Gentlemen ℗ 2023
"You Can Have Him, Jolene" by Chapel Hart ℗ 2021 Chapel Hart
"Bad Case of the Blues" by Linda Martell ℗ 1970 Sun Label Group, LLC
"YA YA" by Beyoncé ℗ 2024 Parkwood Entertainment LLC under exclusive license to Columbia Records, a Division of Sony Music Entertainment
"Wild Angels" by Martina McBride ℗ 1995 Sony Music Entertainment