On this episode of Queue Points, the hosts discuss the hit show "Swarm" and extreme fan culture. They reflect on how social media has given fans a personal connection to their favorite artists and the possible downsides of this phenomena. The discussion then shifts to mental health challenges, challenges within the foster care system and the issue of suicide among Black women.  For the show's opening topics, the hosts show love to Karega and Felicia Bailey of Sol Affirmations, they also touch on the recent lawsuit against rapper Afroman filed by police officers claiming emotional distress, Tony! Toni! Tone! headed back out on tour, and they wish happy birthday to Stephanie Mills and Chaka Khan. Finally, the episode also includes an appreciation of rapper MC Lyte and her distinctive voice, which has become ubiquitous in TV, award ceremonies, and voiceover work. Watch this episode on our website: https://qpnt.net/show-93 Watch “Swarm:” https://qpnt.net/Cvdo Listen to Jay Ray discuss his favorite Chaka Khan songs on Adrian’s Playlist of Conversations: https://jay3.net/qpapoc2 Listen to Sol Affirmations With Karega and Felicia: https://qpnt.net/solaffirmations Read "Cops Sue Afroman for 'Emotional Distress' After He Made Music Videos of Botched Raid:" https://jay3.net/CwJV Watch “The Story of 'Because I Got High' by Afroman:” https://qpnt.net/CwJf Enjoy Queue Points? Leave us a tip on Patreon: https://qpnt.net/tipjar Become a Queue Points Insider to watch video replays of archived episodes, exclusives and more: https://qpnt.net/subscribe Subscribe & Review Us on Apple Podcasts: https://qpnt.net/applepodcasts Review us on Podchaser: https://qpnt.net/podchaser Subscribe on Spotify: https://qpnt.net/spotify Follow Us On Social Media Facebook: https://facebook.com/queuepointspod Instagram: https://instagram.com/queuepointspod Twitter: https://twitter.com/queuepointspod TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@queuepointspod Follow DJ Sir Daniel On Social Media Facebook:  https://facebook.com/djsirdaniel Instagram : https://instagram.com/djsirdaniel Twitter:  https://twitter.com/djsirdaniel Mixcloud:  https://mixcloud.com/thesirdaniel Follow Jay Ray On Social Media Facebook:  https://facebook.com/jayrayisthename Instagram : https://instagram.com/jayrayisthename Twitter  https://twitter.com/jayrayisthename #blackpodcasters #videopodcast #musicpodcast

Queue Points, like so many in our audience, grew up on radio. Black women on the air has been part of our history, and, on tonight’s show, we’re discussing Black women on the mic and in the business of radio - Cathy Hughes, Lady B and Wendy Williams. We also play a portion of DJ Sir Daniel’s interview with radio legend Joyce Littel as well as reflections on radio from award-winning podcast producer and Director of Podcasts for Black Love Inc., Krystal Hill. Also DJ Sir Daniel gives us a history lesson on radio pioneer Mary Dee Dudley, America’s first Black woman radio disc jockey. Watch this episode on our website: https://qpnt.net/show-92 Watch “Radio Legend Joyce Littel On Her History, Working With Usher and What's Next:” https://qpnt.net/littelinterview Listen to Black Love Podcasts: https://blacklove.com/podcasts/ Learn About Mary Dee Dudley: https://qpnt.net/marydeedudley Enjoy Queue Points? Leave us a tip on Patreon: https://qpnt.net/tipjar Become a Queue Points Insider to watch video replays of archived episodes, exclusives and more: https://qpnt.net/subscribe Subscribe & Review Us on Apple Podcasts: https://qpnt.net/applepodcasts Review us on Podchaser: https://qpnt.net/podchaser Subscribe on Spotify: https://qpnt.net/spotify Follow Us On Social Media Facebook: https://facebook.com/queuepointspod Instagram: https://instagram.com/queuepointspod Twitter: https://twitter.com/queuepointspod TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@queuepointspod Follow DJ Sir Daniel On Social Media Facebook:  https://facebook.com/djsirdaniel Instagram : https://instagram.com/djsirdaniel Twitter:  https://twitter.com/djsirdaniel Mixcloud:  https://mixcloud.com/thesirdaniel Follow Jay Ray On Social Media Facebook:  https://facebook.com/jayrayisthename Instagram : https://instagram.com/jayrayisthename Twitter  https://twitter.com/jayrayisthename #WomensHistoryMonth #blackpodcasters #videopodcast #musicpodcast  

Did you know that DJ Sir Daniel has a history in radio? Well, he absolutely does, as he spent many years working with Joyce Littel. With over 39 years in radio, Littel is showing no signs of slowing down, even lending her voice to a segment in Usher’s Las Vegas residency. Sir Daniel gives Joyce her flowers, as they discuss her history. Joyce drops some gems about what’s been most important during her career and what’s next for her. Watch this interview: https://qpnt.net/littelinterview Follow Joyce Littel: Facebook: https://facebook.com/joycelittel Instagram: https://instagram.com/iamjoycelittel Listen to The Grown Folks Table podcast: https://qpnt.net/tgftpod Joyce Littel Bio: Celebrity… Author… Entrepreneur… Visionary! These are just a few words that merely come close to the defined greatness of Joyce Littel. Deemed a “Quiet Storm” of broadcasting perfection in the medium and muse of radio, Joyce Littel has undoubtedly set a standard of excellence throughout her career – a reign of over 39 years, to be exact. Her smooth, sexy voice is synonymous with romance and slow jams, which is why for over 25 of those years, she’s hosted the top-ranked, night time show in Atlanta, the Quiet Storm and for 15 of those years hosted Love & Relationships, both heard on CBS Radio Atlanta’s, V-103 (WVEE-FM).  Her heart and “matter of fact” delivery engages and impacts thousands of listeners and has created an unbreakable bond with the metro Atlanta community, the Southeast region and abroad – a bond that has, and will forever, stand the test of time. Today, Joyce Littel continues to be keen on maximizing opportunities. She was appointed Brand Manager of News & Talk 1380 WAOK in 2019. She also remains the host of the Quiet Storm on Audacy Atlanta’s V103 (WVEE-FM) and she’s the creator, producer and co-host of a popular podcast The Grown Folks Table.  She is a “big-picture” thinker who routinely lives and thinks outside of the box.  She employs a relentless determination in developing an impeccable reputation with her creative imprints, but despite the size of her vision, Joyce always finds the time to contribute to her community. She has held memberships with the Coalition of 100 Black Women of Metro Atlanta, the Black Women’s Investment Club, the National Council of Negro Women (NCNW), the National Association of Black Female Executives in Music & Entertainment (NABFEME), and currently a member of her beloved sorority, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Her service has also extended to the successful organization of benefit concerts for her Alma Mater, Morris Brown College; the National Council of Negro Women of DeKalb County; and I AM, Inc., a non-profit tutorial and mentoring program for the children of DeKalb County and The Leadership Church.  As a respected voice in both entertainment and the community, Joyce is consistently recognized with awards and accolades. Rolling Out Magazine recognized her talent as one of the 25 Most Influential Women in Atlanta, A Phoenix Award from Atlanta Mayor, Bill Campbell and she has been is listed regularly as one of the Who’s Who in Black Atlanta. She has received numerous awards and honors, but there are a few that are dearest to her such as the Outstanding Alumni and Community Service Award from the Women of Morris Brown College; the For Sisters Only Community Achievement Award from CBS/Infinity Broadcasting; being inducted into The National Black Radio Hall of Fame and Inducted in The Black Women Radio Historic Collection as one of the Inaugural 30!  Having already had a full career with a lifetime of unforgettable personal and professional experiences, she will be the first to say, “My life is just beginning!” At the helm of a company, brand manager and a dream, her vision is sure, her success is inevitable, and her destiny is promised. She is a TRAILBLAZER, she is an ICON, she is… JOYCE LITTEL! Enjoy Queue Points? Leave us a tip on Patreon: https://qpnt.net/tipjar Become a Queue Points Insider to watch video replays of archived episodes, exclusives and more: https://qpnt.net/subscribe Subscribe & Review Us on Apple Podcasts: https://qpnt.net/applepodcasts Review us on Podchaser: https://qpnt.net/podchaser Subscribe on Spotify: https://qpnt.net/spotify Follow Us On Social Media Facebook: https://facebook.com/queuepointspod Instagram: https://instagram.com/queuepointspod Twitter: https://twitter.com/queuepointspod TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@queuepointspod Follow DJ Sir Daniel On Social Media Facebook:  https://facebook.com/djsirdaniel Instagram : https://instagram.com/djsirdaniel Twitter:  https://twitter.com/djsirdaniel Mixcloud:  https://mixcloud.com/thesirdaniel Follow Jay Ray On Social Media Facebook:  https://facebook.com/jayrayisthename Instagram : https://instagram.com/jayrayisthename Twitter  https://twitter.com/jayrayisthename #blackpodcasters #videopodcast #musicpodcast  

Planes, trains (maybe not trains) and automobiles, DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray hit the road to be present for The Ambies. Queue Points was nominated for the 2023 Best Entertainment Podcast, and this show is all about their experience in Las Vegas - memorable moments, reflections and feelings about the future. Watch this episode on our website: https://qpnt.net/show-91 Watch The Ambies: https://qpnt.net/2023ambies Enjoy Queue Points? Leave us a tip on Patreon: https://qpnt.net/tipjar Become a Queue Points Insider to watch video replays of archived episodes, exclusives and more: https://qpnt.net/subscribe Subscribe & Review Us on Apple Podcasts: https://qpnt.net/applepodcasts Review us on Podchaser: https://qpnt.net/podchaser Subscribe on Spotify: https://qpnt.net/spotify Follow Us On Social Media Facebook: https://facebook.com/queuepointspod Instagram: https://instagram.com/queuepointspod Twitter: https://twitter.com/queuepointspod TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@queuepointspod Follow DJ Sir Daniel On Social Media Facebook:  https://facebook.com/djsirdaniel Instagram : https://instagram.com/djsirdaniel Twitter:  https://twitter.com/djsirdaniel Mixcloud:  https://mixcloud.com/thesirdaniel Follow Jay Ray On Social Media Facebook:  https://facebook.com/jayrayisthename Instagram : https://instagram.com/jayrayisthename Twitter  https://twitter.com/jayrayisthename #blackpodcasters #videopodcast #musicpodcast  

It’s #WomensHistoryMonth, and we’re kicking off the month with a discussion about producer, composer, multi-instrumentalist and singer Patrice Rushen. At a time when few Black women controlled their musical creativity and output, Rushen was in a class all her own. 2023 marks the 45th anniversary of her move to Elektra Records. With hits including "Haven't You Heard?" and Forget Me Nots, the era marked Rushen’s shift to a more R&B/Pop style, and would give us some of her most recognizable songs. Join the guys for the conversation! Watch this episode on our website: https://qpnt.net/show-90 Enjoy Queue Points? Leave us a tip on Patreon: https://qpnt.net/tipjar Become a Queue Points Insider to watch video replays of archived episodes, exclusives and more: https://qpnt.net/subscribe Subscribe & Review Us on Apple Podcasts: https://qpnt.net/applepodcasts Review us on Podchaser: https://qpnt.net/podchaser Subscribe on Spotify: https://qpnt.net/spotify Follow Us On Social Media Facebook: https://facebook.com/queuepointspod Instagram: https://instagram.com/queuepointspod Twitter: https://twitter.com/queuepointspod TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@queuepointspod Follow DJ Sir Daniel On Social Media Facebook:  https://facebook.com/djsirdaniel Instagram : https://instagram.com/djsirdaniel Twitter:  https://twitter.com/djsirdaniel Mixcloud:  https://mixcloud.com/thesirdaniel Follow Jay Ray On Social Media Facebook:  https://facebook.com/jayrayisthename Instagram : https://instagram.com/jayrayisthename Twitter  https://twitter.com/jayrayisthename #blackpodcasters #videopodcast #musicpodcast

So hosts DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray have never asked one another questions about music on this show, and this time they do just that. There are no agendas, no specific topics, just the two hosts asking things they’ve never asked before. Join in for this special episode of Queue Points. Watch this episode on our website: https://qpnt.net/show-89 Enjoy Queue Points? Leave us a tip on Patreon: https://qpnt.net/tipjar Become a Queue Points Insider to watch video replays of archived episodes, exclusives and more: https://qpnt.net/subscribe Subscribe & Review Us on Apple Podcasts: https://qpnt.net/applepodcasts Review us on Podchaser: https://qpnt.net/podchaser Subscribe on Spotify: https://qpnt.net/spotify Follow Us On Social Media Facebook: https://facebook.com/queuepointspod Instagram: https://instagram.com/queuepointspod Twitter: https://twitter.com/queuepointspod TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@queuepointspod Follow DJ Sir Daniel On Social Media Facebook:  https://facebook.com/djsirdaniel Instagram : https://instagram.com/djsirdaniel Twitter:  https://twitter.com/djsirdaniel Mixcloud:  https://mixcloud.com/thesirdaniel Follow Jay Ray On Social Media Facebook:  https://facebook.com/jayrayisthename Instagram : https://instagram.com/jayrayisthename Twitter  https://twitter.com/jayrayisthename #blackpodcasters #videopodcast #musicpodcast  

On this episode of Queue Points On The Radar, DJ Sir Daniel sits down with Big Trouble, Fait and Essence of the R&B girl group ENV. The Jackson, Mississippi-based group is getting a lot of buzz and have been inspired by the likes of Blaque, Destiny's Child and TLC. They are bringing their own flavor, and ready to show the world the fullness and fierceness of Black women! Their latest single is called “Desire.” Stream it here: https://qpnt.net/desire-env Watch this interview on our website: https://qpnt.net/envthegroup ENV Biography What happens when the South's 2022 Group of the Year and nostalgic R&B junkies form a girl band? You get ENV, a 3-piece American R&B girl group that will have you turning on your "stank face" with their captivating lyrics, charismatic stage performance and impeccable stage attire. Hailing from Jackson, Mississippi, ENV formed in 2007 in their high school choir who all just couldn't get enough of Blaque, Destiny's Child, TLC. They decided "Hey, we wanna be dope like them, let’s form a group.” Now hailed as the 2022 Group of the Year by the Southern Entertainment Awards, their unique brand of entertainment fuses the nostalgic 2000's R&B sound with a modern edge, tight background vocals with stacked harmonies and girl group tributes that will have you locked in and feeling like you've entered your ''feel good" era. “ENV is the girl group we have been waiting for. I love watching them perform and I can’t wait for them to get bigger.” - Sameal Robinson Stream Music From ENV: https://qpnt.net/envspotify Follow ENV On Social Media Instagram: https://instagram.com/envthegroup Twitter: https://twitter.com/envthegroup Facebook: https://facebook.com/envthegroup YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdQuz6QZfpoAqQFCKNf7sxw TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@envthegroup Enjoy Queue Points? Leave us a tip on Patreon: https://qpnt.net/tipjar Become a Queue Points Insider to watch video replays of archived episodes, exclusives and more: https://qpnt.net/subscribe Subscribe & Review Us on Apple Podcasts: https://qpnt.net/applepodcasts Review us on Podchaser: https://qpnt.net/podchaser Subscribe on Spotify: https://qpnt.net/spotify Follow Us On Social Media Facebook: https://facebook.com/queuepointspod Instagram: https://instagram.com/queuepointspod Twitter: https://twitter.com/queuepointspod TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@queuepointspod Follow DJ Sir Daniel On Social Media Facebook:  https://facebook.com/djsirdaniel Instagram : https://instagram.com/djsirdaniel Twitter:  https://twitter.com/djsirdaniel Mixcloud:  https://mixcloud.com/thesirdaniel Follow Jay Ray On Social Media Facebook:  https://facebook.com/jayrayisthename Instagram : https://instagram.com/jayrayisthename Twitter  https://twitter.com/jayrayisthename #blackpodcasters #videopodcast #musicpodcast  

Thirty years ago, on February 16, 1993, Flavor Unit, Queen Latifah and Shakim Compere’s musical crew dropped their inaugural compilation CD - “Roll Wit Tha Flava.” After years of making appearances on each other’s work, this was the first time out for the crew as a whole. This episode will chart Queen Latifah’s artistic pivot, the record that marked the shift and the unlikely rise of an R&B powerhouse - Zhané. #HipHop50 Read show notes: https://qpnt.net/show-88-notes Watch this episode on our website: https://qpnt.net/show-88 Enjoy Queue Points? Leave us a tip on Patreon: https://qpnt.net/tipjar Become a Queue Points Insider to watch video replays of archived episodes, exclusives and more: https://qpnt.net/subscribe Subscribe & Review Us on Apple Podcasts: https://qpnt.net/applepodcasts Review us on Podchaser: https://qpnt.net/podchaser Subscribe on Spotify: https://qpnt.net/spotify Follow Us On Social Media Facebook: https://facebook.com/queuepointspod Instagram: https://instagram.com/queuepointspod Twitter: https://twitter.com/queuepointspod TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@queuepointspod Follow DJ Sir Daniel On Social Media Facebook:  https://facebook.com/djsirdaniel Instagram : https://instagram.com/djsirdaniel Twitter:  https://twitter.com/djsirdaniel Mixcloud:  https://mixcloud.com/thesirdaniel Follow Jay Ray On Social Media Facebook:  https://facebook.com/jayrayisthename Instagram : https://instagram.com/jayrayisthename Twitter  https://twitter.com/jayrayisthename #blackpodcasters #videopodcast #musicpodcast

In the 1980s, Spike Lee showed young Black folks like DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray what was possible for us. Spike showed Black love and Black experience unapologetically on screen, and became an inspiration for many. Spike was also very connected to hip hop culture, and infused hip hop, Jazz and soul into every part of his films. On this episode we’re discussing the brilliant, Black, film history of Spike Lee through a music lens. About the #1988Series: 1988 was a banner year for Black music. Hip Hop solidified itself as a chart contenter, New Jack Swing was taking over, and classic albums hit the stores. This year-long series will honor important moments in one of the most important years in Black music history. Watch this episode on our website: https://qpnt.net/show-87 Enjoy Queue Points? Leave us a tip on Patreon: https://qpnt.net/tipjar Become a Queue Points Insider to watch video replays of archived episodes, exclusives and more: https://qpnt.net/subscribe Subscribe & Review Us on Apple Podcasts: https://qpnt.net/applepodcasts Review us on Podchaser: https://qpnt.net/podchaser Subscribe on Spotify: https://qpnt.net/spotify Follow Us On Social Media Facebook: https://facebook.com/queuepointspod Instagram: https://instagram.com/queuepointspod Twitter: https://twitter.com/queuepointspod TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@queuepointspod Follow DJ Sir Daniel On Social Media Facebook:  https://facebook.com/djsirdaniel Instagram : https://instagram.com/djsirdaniel Twitter:  https://twitter.com/djsirdaniel Mixcloud:  https://mixcloud.com/thesirdaniel Follow Jay Ray On Social Media Facebook:  https://facebook.com/jayrayisthename Instagram : https://instagram.com/jayrayisthename Twitter  https://twitter.com/jayrayisthename #HipHop50 #blackpodcasters #videopodcast #musicpodcast

YEAAAAHHHHHHH BOYEEEEEEEEE! Public Enemy’s sophomore record It Takes A Nation of Millions To Hold Us Back was a line in the sand for where rap music was heading in 1988. An album that defined an era for Def Jam and thrust conscious rap into the mainstream, Millions is the gold standard for golden era hip hop. For the start of Black History Month 2023, we’re revisiting the impact of this landmark album. About the #1988Series: 1988 was a banner year for Black music. Hip Hop solidified itself as a chart contenter, New Jack Swing was taking over, and classic albums hit the stores. This year-long series will honor important moments in one of the most important years in Black music history. Watch this episode on our website: https://qpnt.net/show-86 Watch The Healing Project: A Discussion With Samora Pinderhughes: https://qpnt.net/pinderhughes Enjoy Queue Points? Leave us a tip on Patreon: https://qpnt.net/tipjar Become a Queue Points Insider to watch video replays of archived episodes, exclusives and more: https://qpnt.net/subscribe Subscribe & Review Us on Apple Podcasts: https://qpnt.net/applepodcasts Review us on Podchaser: https://qpnt.net/podchaser Subscribe on Spotify: https://qpnt.net/spotify Follow Us On Social Media Facebook: https://facebook.com/queuepointspod Instagram: https://instagram.com/queuepointspod Twitter: https://twitter.com/queuepointspod TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@queuepointspod Follow DJ Sir Daniel On Social Media Facebook:  https://facebook.com/djsirdaniel Instagram : https://instagram.com/djsirdaniel Twitter:  https://twitter.com/djsirdaniel Mixcloud:  https://mixcloud.com/thesirdaniel Follow Jay Ray On Social Media Facebook:  https://facebook.com/jayrayisthename Instagram : https://instagram.com/jayrayisthename Twitter  https://twitter.com/jayrayisthename #HipHop50 #blackpodcasters #videopodcast #musicpodcast