Queue Points

Queue Points Black Podcasting Award and Ambie Award nominated podcast dropping the needle on Black music history. Hosted by DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray.

02/07/2025

Rest in power to Irving Lorenzo Jr a.k.a. Irv Gotti. The iconic music industry veteran transitioned on February 5, 2025. Following his death, social media lit up with fond farewells and ... controversial ones.

On tonight's show we're exploring if when are legends die, do they deserve blind honor? Or is it all more complex?

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01/31/2025

As we celebrate the 30th anniversary of Faith Evans' classic debut "Faith" we are asking the question is that album a better debut in the hip hop soul cannon than "What's the 411?"

Join us as we explore the topic and more this week.

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01/24/2025

"The shuck-and-jive Olympics have officially begun." - Jasmyne Cannick

DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray are going live! The duo will discuss the week's news which includes how rap showed up during the inauguration events, and what that means for us. Tune in and share.

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01/17/2025

DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray are going live! The duo will explore whether the music industry truly understands its audience in today's ever-changing landscape. Are artists and executives in sync with listeners' desires, or are they missing the mark?

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This week we unveiled our new podcast artwork, and we are excited about the fresh start! Thanks to artist James Dillenbe...
01/10/2025

This week we unveiled our new podcast artwork, and we are excited about the fresh start! Thanks to artist James Dillenbeck (https://www.instagram.com/jamesdillenbeck/) for this dopeness!

Who can tell us what this cover is inspired by? Let us know. :-)

01/10/2025

A user on X recently said "There is no better writer in the history of American music than R.Kelly." So, in true Queue Points fashion, we're exploring this idea. Is this even true? Join us as we discuss a little bit about R. Kelly.

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TONIGHT you get to be part of the conversation. We're having a community convo about Mary J. Blige and we're going to pr...
01/02/2025

TONIGHT you get to be part of the conversation. We're having a community convo about Mary J. Blige and we're going to preview some Queue Points updates! Come hang out with us.

https://qpnt.net/mjb2025

12/27/2024

from Queue Points! Today's principle is ( ) - To define ourselves, name ourselves, create for ourselves and speak for ourselves. Our song selection is Janet Jackson's "Control." Listen to Queue Points wherever you listen to podcasts!

Y'all know how to make us feel good at the end of the year! Guess what podcast is at #1 on the top 100 Indie Music Hist...
12/21/2024

Y'all know how to make us feel good at the end of the year! Guess what podcast is at #1 on the top 100 Indie Music History podcasts on Goodpods? QUEUE POINTS!!! Thanks for listening!!

We love y'all!

- DJ Sir Daniel & Jay Ray

11/28/2024

These petitions are raising lots of questions, not the least of which is what will be left for labels if Drake succeeds?

https://qpnt.net/RSSz

"One stand out track, that we love, on the new album, is “luther” featuring a sample of the quiet storm classic “If Th...
11/24/2024

"One stand out track, that we love, on the new album, is “luther” featuring a sample of the quiet storm classic “If This World Were Mine” by Luther Vandross and Cheryl Lynn." We discuss this and more in our latest newsletter.

https://qpnt.net/newsletter11-24

The latest newsletter from Queue Points takes you behind the scenes of the show and into what we’ve been up to.

"Love is the miracle that sets us free." New RAHBI co-written by Donnie is on the way!https://qpnt.net/RFVs
11/19/2024

"Love is the miracle that sets us free." New RAHBI co-written by Donnie is on the way!

https://qpnt.net/RFVs

In this time of great challenge, legendary Atlanta-based singer RAHBI is choosing to ignite a fire within our hearts with his empowering new single, “CHANGE.”

Queue Points, y'all chose as your favorite horror villain!Shoutout to , too!
11/01/2024

Queue Points, y'all chose as your favorite horror villain!

Shoutout to , too!

10/29/2024

Queue Points is discussing the industry of in music, and in this clip discuss the injustice of artists not being included as writers on a song. Peep this example from .

https://qpnt.net/show-162

10/08/2024

We want to take a moment to shout out Anna DeShawn's for winning Best Podcast at the Black Podcasting Awards. Here's DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray presenting that award at this year's ceremony!

So, DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray were out doing awards and celebration things with CNP at in , and they got to meet thei...
10/07/2024

So, DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray were out doing awards and celebration things with CNP at in , and they got to meet their youngest listener, the brilliant Ellison Garnes! Ellison, we appreciate you and thank you young King! Ellison's father Dr Ed Garnes has appeared on twice. Check him out on episodes 68 and 105.

Congrats to Dr. Garnes on winning the Ally Award, and to you and your wife for raising such a light that is Ellison.

Thanks for permission to share this photo, Ed!

09/30/2024

What keeps Law & Order ratings through the roof? The irresistible mix of headlines, hip-hop, and iconic guest stars, of course! What's your favorite SVU moment? Let us know!

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When Legends Die, Do They Deserve Blind Honor?
When Legends Die, Do They Deserve Blind Honor?

Rest in power to Irving Lorenzo Jr a.k.a. Irv Gotti. The iconic music industry veteran transitioned on February 5, 2025. Following his death, social media lit up with fond farewells and ... controversial ones. On tonight's show we're exploring if when are legends die, do they deserve blind honor? Or is it all more complex? Get More From Us Pandora: https://qpnt.net/pandora Read Our Magazine: https://magazine.queuepoints.com Support Us Become A Member: https://magazine.queuepoints.com Shop Our Store: https://store.queuepoints.com Buy Us A Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/queuepointspod Contribute: https://cash.app/$queuepointspod 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

Does 1995's "Faith" Wash "What's the 411?" as a Debut Album?
Does 1995's "Faith" Wash "What's the 411?" as a Debut Album?

As we celebrate the 30th anniversary of Faith Evans' classic debut "Faith" we are asking the question is that album a better debut in the hip hop soul cannon than "What's the 411?" Join us as we explore the topic and more this week. Get More From Us Pandora: https://qpnt.net/pandora Read Our Magazine: https://magazine.queuepoints.com Support Us Become A Member: https://magazine.queuepoints.com Shop Our Store: https://store.queuepoints.com Buy Us A Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/queuepointspod Contribute: https://cash.app/$queuepointspod 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

It’s Getting Dumb In Hurrrr!
It’s Getting Dumb In Hurrrr!

"The shuck-and-jive Olympics have officially begun." - Jasmyne Cannick DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray are going live! The duo will discuss the week's news which includes how rap showed up during the inauguration events, and what that means for us. Tune in and share. Get More From Us Pandora: https://qpnt.net/pandora Read Our Magazine: https://magazine.queuepoints.com Support Us Become A Member: https://magazine.queuepoints.com Shop Our Store: https://store.queuepoints.com Buy Us A Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/queuepointspod Contribute: https://cash.app/$queuepointspod 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

Is the Music Industry Reading the Room?
Is the Music Industry Reading the Room?

DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray are going live! The duo will explore whether the music industry truly understands its audience in today's ever-changing landscape. Are artists and executives in sync with listeners' desires, or are they missing the mark? Get More From Us Pandora: https://qpnt.net/pandora Read Our Magazine: https://magazine.queuepoints.com Support Us Become A Member: https://magazine.queuepoints.com Shop Our Store: https://store.queuepoints.com Buy Us A Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/queuepointspod Contribute: https://cash.app/$queuepointspod 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

" If it's on the one, it's gonna make the body react, and do something." We spoke to Idris Goodwin about his newest play "Doctor De Soto," and the importance of music in his work. Doctor De Soto runs at the Alliance Theatre in Atlanta from January 18th - March 2, 2025. Visit https://qpnt.net/show-173 to listen to the show, and purchase tickets for you and your loved ones! Cover 📸 courtesy of Alliance Theatre. #Podcasting #Theater #Playwright #BlackMusic

The good brother, Idris Goodwin, stopped by the show in late-2024 as he was in rehearsals for his latest play with the Alliance Theatre, #DoctorDeSoto. One of the topics we discussed was the lessons adults can take from children's plays. https://qpnt.net/show-173 #Podcasting #Theater #Playwright #BlackMusic

Is defending R. Kelly really worth it? We dug into a debate about his work and if he's the greatest American songwriter on last night's live, and it was lit! Jay Ray is discussing why R. Kelly is unwelcomed on his music playlists. Check out the episode: https://qpnt.net/show-172 #BlackMusic #MusicPodcast #Podcasting

The Greatest American Songwriter??: It’s Time to Talk About R. Kelly
The Greatest American Songwriter??: It’s Time to Talk About R. Kelly

A user on X recently said "There is no better writer in the history of American music than R.Kelly." So, in true Queue Points fashion, we're exploring this idea. Is this even true? Join us as we discuss a little bit about R. Kelly. Get More From Us Pandora: https://qpnt.net/pandora Read Our Magazine: https://magazine.queuepoints.com Support Us Become A Member: https://magazine.queuepoints.com Shop Our Store: https://store.queuepoints.com Buy Us A Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/queuepointspod Contribute: https://cash.app/$queuepointspod 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

#HappyKwanzaa from Queue Points! Today is #Imani (#Faith) - To believe with all our hearts in our people and the righteousness and victory of our struggle. Our song selection is the Sounds of Blackness' "I Believe." Listen to Queue Points where you listen to podcasts!

#HappyKwanzaa from Queue Points! Today's principle is #Kuumba (#Creativity) - To do always as much as we can to leave our community more beautiful and beneficial than we inherited it. Our song selection is Julius Eastman's "Stay On It." Listen to Queue Points wherever you listen to podcasts!

#HappyKwanzaa from Queue Points! Today's principle is #Nia (#Purpose) - To make our collective vocation the building and developing of our community in order to restore our people to their traditional greatness. Our song selection is Force One Network's "Spirit." Listen to Queue Points wherever you listen to podcasts!

#HappyKwanzaa from Queue Points! Today's principle is #Ujamaa (#CooperativeEconomics) - To build and maintain our own stores, shops and other businesses and to profit from them together. Our song selection is Billy Paul's "Let the Dollar Circulate." Listen to Queue Points wherever you listen to podcasts!

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