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Views From The Chixx, Newark, NJ (2024)

06/09/2020

Hello music lovers!!! On this week's episode, we discuss the recent national and global protests demanding racial justice for the violent killings of and by police. We also discussed where some streaming services created blacked out or silent programming lasting 8 mins 46 secs, the length of time it took for George Floyd's life to be taken. However we were not 100% impressed with these efforts. 🙄 In addition, we provide listeners with resources they can use to help fight against police brutality If protesting on the front lines is not your lane. Take a listen for more information!

05/19/2020

Happy Tuesday Music lovers! On this week’s episode, the Chixx touch on a few topics related to the current quarantine situation. We discuss taking breaks from the news cycle, visiting bae during the lockdown, and music that uplifts us during this rough time, 😉 Subscribe, comment below, and hit play!

05/16/2020

Ok so last week we got our whole life with vs (link in bio for our thoughts) but will y’all be tuning in to tonight for vs ?? We’ll be there!!!!!

Who would you want to see go toe to toe, hit for hit??? 🤔

05/12/2020

Hello Music Lovers🎶

On this week’s episode of Views in Review, the Chixx discuss the Verzuz event featuring Erykah Badu and Jill Scott. As the first pair of women to participate in Verzuz, these talented musicians took us on a JOURNEY through their extensive catalogs while dropping a couple life 💎 along the way. Join us as we break down the highlights of this event and share our picks of future match ups!

04/23/2020

Happy Thursday! It's been a WHILE since our last podcast episode, but we are BACK! In this latest episode we discuss how we are personally taking care of ourselves as we socially (and physically) distance at home. We also ask.....If you could be with any musician, who would it be and why? 🤣 Tune in to join the convo and continue to stay safe and healthy!

04/23/2020

Happy Thursday! It's been a WHILE since our last podcast episode, but we are BACK! In this latest episode we discuss how we are personally taking care of ourselves as we socially (and physically) distance at home. We also ask.....If you could be with any musician, who would it be and why? 🤣 Tune in to join the convo and continue to stay safe and healthy!

02/26/2020

Hey Music lovers! 💜 Happy Monday! On today's new podcast episode we talk about what/who we've been listening to lately. We got some new shi$ plus some throwbacks for ya! Tune in and let us know what you've been listening to lately 🤔🎧🎶 (link to all podcast episodes in bio)

02/19/2020

Ayyy now that’s love!! We appreciate every single one of you! We love that the content is resonating with you so keep the feedback coming! Be sure to leave us a rating or review on !
Got a topic or question you want us to discuss on the show? Let us know!!

02/18/2020

New Episode ALERT!!📣 On today's podcast episode we discuss an array of topics such as Erykah Badu's BADU$$Y, TRAKGIRL's platform which was created as a safe haven for women in music, Black History Excellence, self taught inventor Mary Kenner who invented the sanitary belt, and the message behind Lauryn Hill's song Black Rage. Join the convo and let us know your thoughts below in the comments!

02/14/2020

🗣🗣🗣 Say it a little louder for the people in the back!!!
On our latest episode we shared our views on Slate’s article “Heard But Not Seen” by Tre Johnson. Tre brought up an interesting point that really stuck with us which sparked an even deeper conversation on the black experience. Swipe to see what else he had to say. Click the link in our bio to hear our thoughts!

02/10/2020

NEW EPISODE ALERT!!! 📣 EP 70 Black music / White spaces is LIVE! In this review episode we discuss Slate Magazine's article "Heard but not seen" written by Tre Johnson and answer the question, "Does embracing black music = embracing black people?" Check out the clip above ⬆️ and find full episodes on Apple podcasts, Stitcher, & Google Play! Let us know your thoughts in the comments below ⬇️

12/30/2019

Views From The Chixx is a podcast hosted by Joey, T, and Quana -- three women of color sharing their individual viewpoints on all things music. We also dissect the latest albums, interview fellow musi

12/11/2019

Hello music lovers!
Have you ever been ghosted? This week the ladies share their own personal ghosting story. You do not want to miss their funny stories!

During our segments, Joey featured a dope company called . Their company allows musicians to directly raise money for charities by using their music singles.

Quana discusses why being friends with the opposite s*x will upgrade your life!

Plus T dissects lyrics that showcase the correlation between Christmas and consumerism
Join the convo! Sound off in the comments

11/26/2019

Anybody else ready to clock out of work and kick off this holiday break? 🙋🏾‍♀️🙋🏾‍♀️🙋🏾‍♀️
Well if you’re in need of a mental break for a minute, we got you covered! On this week episode we discuss being independent women and what that looks like while dating or in a relationship. We also talk ’s new spiritual journey, meditation in hip hop, and a new way to motivate young children through music. Click the link in our bio and tune in!

11/25/2019

Episode 64 is live!!!
On this weeks episode we discuss being independent women and what that looks like while dating or in a relationship. We also talk ’s new spiritual journey, meditation in hip hop, and a new way to motivate young children through music.

11/22/2019

Ok so on this week’s episode we already discussed by Monica, by MoKenStef, and by Vivian Green.
What are some other songs that blur the lines between love and ? 🤔

11/21/2019

...that’s it...that’s the caption!!

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Lol seriously though, have you ever just took a moment to really listen to the messaging in some of our favorite songs? Is it possible to have love without the struggle?? Tune in as we analyze the normalization of struggle love in music.

11/14/2019

What are you currently listening to? 🎶

If you listened to our latest episode you already know that .cristina .vinyl and have been in heavy rotation! Put us on!

11/13/2019

EP 62 “We ❤️ Love” is live!!!

Raise your hand if you watched the trailer for (starring and ) more than once! 🙋🏾‍♀️🙋🏾‍♀️🙋🏾‍♀️. Yup...we’re guilty too!

On this week’s episode we’re examining in the media. Whether in books, movies, or tv shows, we discuss the importance of black love stories and list some of our favorites to date.

What’s your favorite book, movie, or tv show centered around black love?

10/12/2019

Do you listen to sad music when you’re going through it? Well there may just be a reason behind that. On this weeks segment we talk about the various reasons why sad music may actually help you from being self-destructive through tough times.

According to , “researchers from Freie Universität Berlin surveyed 772 participants from around the globe to find out why people seek out sad music, particularly during breakups. The researchers found that you experience four different cognitive rewards of music-evoked sadness: the reward of imagination, emotion regulation, empathy and no "real-life" implications”. Want to know more, tune in to our latest episode. Link in bio!

10/11/2019

This week’s Dose of Dopeness feature is Nicole Kennedy and Karanja Crews of Green Hop (), the first hip hop themed cannabis dispensary. Founded in 2018, Green Hop pays homage to the emcees and the culture who laid the foundation of normalizing cannabis in music and in life. With the shop dripped from head to toe in hip hop memorabilia, Crews and Kennedy have cultivated a unique experience like no other. Tune in to our latest episode to learn more and follow them to show your support. Link in bio!

On our segment we highlight some really dope creatives who make it their duty to incorporate the art of music in their craft whatever that may be. If you or anyone you know would like to submit their work, send us an email [email protected].

10/10/2019

The Chixx are baaaaackkkk!! We know we know we’ve been gone for a minute but trust and believe that we are here to stay.

Episode 58 “Don’t Call It a Comeback” is now live! On this week’s episode, we’re recapping our summer escapades and introducing our brand new segments — A Dose of Dopeness, Let Me Upgrade You, and Behind the Lyrics. Curious to know what they’re all about?? Well you’ll just have to tune in to find out. Link is in the bio! 😉

03/26/2019

Hello music lovers! On this week’s episode, The Chixx changed things up a bit! We discussed books that we are currently reading related to building wealth & personal finance. We def dropped some gems 💎
Take a listen because this conversation may help you get your pockets right!! After we talked money, we discussed some of the latest hot topics currently going on in the music industry. First on the list, the cancellation of the brand and what that looks like for the hip hop culture. Then we dived into ’s recurring church sessions in the desert.. We thought he was cancelled...what happened?? Plus, we discussed some of the hottest twitter beefs and upcoming music festivals. Tune in, click play, and let us know what you think.

03/06/2019

Episode 56 is officially live! Link in bio!!
Hello music lovers!! On this week’s episode we’re talking all things music covers! I mean let’s be honest, some of us don’t truly appreciate a song until one of our favorite artists recreates it and makes it their own. Most of the time the new rendition is better than the original. Or in Taylor Swift’s case...it’s best to leave certain songs untouched.
So tune in as we dissect a few of our favorite (and not so favorite) covers. You might be surprised by what you hear!

02/23/2019

Yes we do!! 😂 This week we sat down with our hilarious guest co-hosts and for another episode filled with laughs to share our love of some “alternative” artists we enjoy 😉 .
We discuss why black people also love (like REALLY LOVE) Paramore and Kings of Leon. We talk about some random music we have deep in our iTunes libraries as well as how we feel being black in all white spaces (ahem...Circa Survive concerts) Let us know what bands or genres outside of hip hop you love. Sharing is caring! ❤️ (linkinbio

02/22/2019

So relatable!! 😂 This week we sat down with our hilarious guest co-hosts and for another episode filled with laughs to share our love of some “alternative” artists we enjoy 😉 .
We discuss why black people also love (like REALLY LOVE) Paramore and Kings of Leon. We talk about some random music we have deep in our iTunes libraries as well as how we feel being black in all white spaces (ahem...Circa Survive concerts) Let us know what bands or genres outside of hip hop you love. Sharing is caring! ❤️ (linkinbio

02/22/2019

So relatable!! 😂 This week we sat down with our hilarious guest co-hosts and for another episode filled with laughs to share our love of some “alternative” artists we enjoy 😉 .
We discuss why black people also love (like REALLY LOVE) Paramore and Kings of Leon. We talk about some random music we have deep in our iTunes libraries as well as how we feel being black in all white spaces (ahem...Circa Survive concerts) Let us know what bands or genres outside of hip hop you love. Sharing is caring! ❤️ (linkinbio)

02/21/2019

ANOTHER ONE!!☝🏽 Hello music lovers! This week we sat down with our hilarious guest co-hosts and for another episode filled with laughs 😂 We’ve gotten a few questions from listeners about our fave artists outside of hip hop & R&B. This episode we share our love of “alternative” artists we enjoy 😉
We discuss why black people also love (like REALLY LOVE) Paramore and Kings of Leon. We talk about some random music we have deep in our iTunes libraries as well as how we feel being black in all white spaces (ahem...Circa Survive concerts) Let us know what bands or genres outside of hip hop you love. Sharing is caring! ❤️ (linkinbio)

02/20/2019

✨Hallelujah ✨ 🙏🏽 dropped the music video for Shea Butter Baby feat. .cole Go check it out!!

02/02/2019

HAVE YOU LISTENED YET?? 🎧On this week’s episode we sat down with guest co-hosts and DJ Corey Millz who brought plenty of laughs as we discussed B2K and the Millennium Tour. 😂 As many of you know, the Chixx love R&B music and once we heard that B2K was reunited for this tour, we lost it!
We reminisce about our favorite male R&B groups that paved the way for groups like B2K to shine. And of course we re-ask the question "Who is the King of R&B"?? Take a listen to find out who made the cut! (linkinbio)

02/01/2019

HAVE YOU LISTENED YET?? 🎧On this week’s episode we sat down with guest co-hosts and who brought plenty of laughs as we discussed B2K and the Millennium Tour. 😂 As many of you know, the Chixx love R&B music and once we heard that B2K was reunited for this tour, we lost it!
We reminisce about our favorite male R&B groups that paved the way for groups like B2K to shine. And of course we re-ask the question "Who is the King of R&B"?? Take a listen to find out who made the cut! (linkinbio)

01/31/2019

ANOTHER ONE!!☝🏽 Hello music lovers, this week’s episode is inspired by the upcoming Millennium tour featuring B2K. We sat down with guest co-hosts and who brought on plenty of laughs. 😂 As many of you know, the Chixx love R&B music and once we heard that B2K was reunited for this tour, we lost it!
We reminisce about our favorite male R&B groups that paved the way for groups like B2K to shine. And of course we re-ask the question "Who is the King of R&B"?? Take a listen to find out who made the cut!
(linkinbio)

01/29/2019

We stand with Jussie! Jussie Smollett was attacked early this morning in a possible hate crime in Chicago. Reportedly he was beat up and the assailants put a noose around his neck. He was taken to the hospital immediately after.
We are praying for Jussie’s speedy recovery and the highest level of justice for this crime! 🙏🏽

01/29/2019

Happy Birthday to a real one! 🎂

01/28/2019

On this week's episode we interviewed GRAMMY-winning rapper, songwriter, and producer Swoope. He gave us the inside scoop on his writing process, staying motivated during an inspirational block, and why music is just a "conversation frozen in time”
Click the link in our bio to tune in and let us know your thoughts below!

01/18/2019

Episode 50 is live!! On this week's episode, we're talking about the docuseries and reveal our thoughts behind the testimonies and allegations against the famous R&B singer. We discuss how we felt once the infamous video tape was made public as well as the history behind the not-so-secret marriage to almost 25 years ago.
Following it's premiere, reported a 16% spike in R.Kelly's music streams and posed a great question on her IG...how sway?? howwwww?? Here’s what we think..
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So how do you feel about all of this?? Are you still stepping in the name of love? 🤔🤔

01/17/2019

Also....Happy Birthday to the Queen 👑

01/17/2019

Happy Birthday, Baby girl!

01/16/2019

announced their line up and we are so hype!!! Who’s going???! 🙋🏽‍♀️

01/13/2019

Hey music lovers! We hope your 2019 is getting off to a smooth start! On this week’s episode the ladies take an in depth look at Blackgroud records, the now defunct record label that was founded by Aaliyah’s uncle Barry Hankerson and launched the careers of artists such as Aaliyah, Timberland, Tank, and JoJo. —————————————————
We discuss the importance of artists owning their masters and how Barry Hankerson’s refusal to put Aaliyah’s music on major streaming services may effect her legacy. Join the convo in the comments below!