ROBERTA FLACK

EPISODE 704 🎤 | CHRIS BROWN & USHERTwo R&B heavyweights, reported backstage tension, and a disagreement that allegedly started in Atlanta. Was it about timing, respect, or something deeper? I’m breaking it down and giving you my two cents!Whose side are you on?#chrisbrown #usher #rnb #musicnews #speakyomindradio

🎙️ EPISODE 703 | ALEXANDER O’NEALWe’re taking it back to 1985 with the R&B legend Alexander O’Neal and his classic slow jam “If You Were Here Tonight.” This episode we’re breaking down the song, the Minneapolis sound, the music video, and the personal struggles behind the artist.Because sometimes the stories behind the music are just as powerful as the music itself. 🎶#alexanderoneal #rnbmusic #80smusic #musiclegends #speakyomindradio

🎙️ EPISODE 702 | ROBERTA FLACK ❤️Some voices don’t have to be loud to make you feel something. This episode of Season 21 is dedicated to the legendary Roberta Flack, a woman whose music gave us soul, emotion, and timeless storytelling.From “The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face” to “Killing Me Softly with His Song,” we’re talking about her legacy, her musical influence, and how her music continued to connect generations, including hip-hop.Season 21 is all about giving flowers to the legends who paved the way. 🌹Rest in peace, Roberta Flack. Your voice will never be forgotten.#robertaflack #soulmusic #musichistory #musiclegends #speakyomindradio

Episode 701 🎙️Today, we’re remembering the incredible Irma P. Hall! From her unforgettable performance as Aunt T. in one of my favorite 90s movies, Soul Food, to the many characters she brought to life, her presence on screen was something special.Growing up watching Soul Food, that movie became more than entertainment. It was about family, love, food, and the complicated bonds that hold us together. Aunt T. was a character you couldn’t forget!Join me as I pay tribute to a woman whose talent and legacy will continue to live on. ❤️Rest in peace, Irma P. Hall.#irmaphall #soulfood #blackcinema #90smovies #speakyomindradio

🎙️ UP NEXT: EPISODE 696!This Sunday, November 8th, MzHipHop sits down with Napalm Nash aka The Big Shark! 🦈Originally from the Gulf Coast region of Mississippi, Napalm Nash brings gritty lyricism, streetwise storytelling, and undeniable independent hip-hop energy. A 2024 American Songwriter Song Contest winner in the rap category, he’s making his mark as both an artist and songwriter.We’ll get into his musical journey, his creative process, and his recent single “1 Of 1”, along with what’s next for The Big Shark!Tune in and get to know the artist behind the music!🎧 Speak Yo Mind Radio | EP 696📅 Sunday, November 8th#speakyomindradio #napalmnash #undergroundhiphop #independentartist #hiphopinterview

Who REALLY owns the music? 🎶🎙️For Episode 699, MzHipHop breaks down the battle between songwriters and major music publishers, copyright termination rights, publishing royalties, and why independent artists need to understand what they’re signing away.Creating the music is one thing. Owning your music is another. Know your rights, protect your catalog, and think beyond the next release!Tune in to Speak Yo Mind Radio!#SpeakYoMindRadio #MusicBusiness #IndependentArtists #MusicPublishing #HipHopCulture

🎶 EPISODE 698 | THE SOUNDTRACK OF MY LIFEWhy am I going back in time for Season 21? Because some music never gets old! ❤️From Sade and James Brown to Phil Collins, Alexander O’Neal, Christopher Cross, and other legendary voices, I’m taking a personal trip down memory lane and sharing why these timeless records continue to inspire me.Music isn’t just about the song. It’s about the memories, the emotions, and the moments that stay with us.Sometimes the song doesn’t change. We do.Welcome to Season 21 of Speak Yo Mind Radio!🎧 Tune in with MzHipHop!What’s ONE old-school song that takes you right back?#speakyomindradio #mzhiphop #oldschoolmusic #musicmemories #timelessmusic

🎙️ EPISODE 697 | MUSIC LEGENDS 🎶This time we’re revisiting George Michael’s timeless classic, Father Figure! From the story behind the lyrics to the unforgettable music video featuring model Tania Coleridge, we’re breaking down what made this record so special. Some songs never lose their magic! ❤️Tune in and speak yo mind!#georgemichael #fatherfigure #80smusic #musiclegends #speakyomindradio

🎙️ EPISODE 696 | CHAKA KHAN TRIBUTE!From Rufus to an unforgettable solo career, we’re celebrating the legendary Chaka Khan! We’re talking iconic hits like “Ain’t Nobody,” “Sweet Thing,” “I’m Every Woman,” and the incredible legacy of a voice that continues to influence generations.The music never gets old, and legends deserve their flowers! 🌹What’s your FAVORITE Chaka Khan song? Drop it in the comments!MzHipHop | Speak Yo Mind Radio#chakakhan #aintnobody #rnbmusic #musiclegends #speakyomindradio

Chicago’s own R. Kelly is today’s conversation on EP 695 of Speak Yo Mind Radio! 🎙️MzHipHop takes a look at his complicated legacy, his criminal convictions, and one of her personal favorite records, “Half on a Baby” from his 1998 album R.Being from Chicago, the music is part of my memories, and I’m sharing my perspective while acknowledging the serious realities behind the artist.Can you separate the music from the artist? Let’s talk!#speakyomindradio #rkelly #halfonababy #90srnb #chicagomusic