Black House Black Joy Podcast

This week on the Black House Black Joy podcast, we talk about the history of the criminalization of dance, tracing its roots from jazz cabarets to modern-day raves in the UK.

In honor of Black Music Month, we explore how dancing and public expression are not only beautiful acts but also powerful political statements. Join us as we hear from the insightful voices of WBGO On Air Host Sheila Anderson, Dance Music Scholar Nico R...

Welcome to Season 2 of Black House Black Joy podcast The Black House Black Joy podcast invites listeners to immerse themselves in the rich history and evolution of the New Jersey House Music Community.

Every June we celebrate Black Music Month and the intersections of House Music and other Black genres. BHBJ podcast is a companion to the film series Black House Black Joy. If you are enjoying this content please spread the wor...

Producer Jamara Wakefield speaks with Adeva. They discuss her roots in gospel music, the love she has for her parents and the ways teaching has helped her heal.

Adeva (born Patricia Daniels) is an American singer. She had a string of successful house and R&B hits in the late 1980s to early 1990s, including "Warning!", "I Thank You" and "Respect" (all three of which reached number 17 in the UK...

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On 8/17 join me on VIBE ARCHITECTS Hosted by Alva Lewis-Johnson  Thursday at 7:00 pm Radio Free Brookl...

Charles "Sir Charles Mixin" Dixon has long been a force behind radio programming and promotions for over four decades. In this exclusive interview, we go back in time to his roots in Baltimore at the famous Odells nightclub, and how technology changed the music landscape forever creating a symbiotic House Music relationship between Chicago, New York, New Jersey, Baltimore and the UK.

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Get to know DJ Beloved! He is one of New Jersey's most sizzling DJs, who has revolutionized the music industry with his remixes. We delve into the mind of DJ Beloved, whose exceptional remix of Tamar Braxton's sensational hit, "Love and War," catapulted his music to international acclaim, resonating with audiences worldwide. Additionally, his infectious remix of Tank's electrifying anthem, "When We,"...

In this episode, we begin with UK artist DJ Shy One who explains the technical aspects of turntablism and the creative process of including jazz in her House Music sets. Black House Black Joy producer Shayna Wakefield and WBGO radio host Sheila Anderson, unpack the history of jazz in mainstream culture and its historical parallels to House music as a radical Black music tradition. Dr. Jasmine Henry speaks about the struggles of h...

Kym Mazelle  is a pioneer of house music in the United Kingdom and Europe.] She is credited as "The First Lady of House Music In 1990, Mazelle joined the British music group Soul II Soul. Her lead vocals on the single "Missing You" on their second album Vol. II: 1990 – A New Decade achieved major success worldwide. 

She talks with producer Jamara Wakefield about her musical experiences growing up in a Chocolate...

Our producer Shayna Wakefield sits down with Dynelle Rhodes, one-half of the iconic duo The Weathers Girls and the daughter of the late Izora Armstead. In this episode, Dynelle shares intimate details about her mother's journey and the origin of The Weathers Girls.

Izora Armstead, known for her unforgettable alto voice, rose to fame as one-half of Two Tons O' Fun, lending her powerful vocals as a backup singer for disco sen...

In this episode of the Black House Black Joy podcast, our storytellers discuss the resiliency of House Music culture in New Jersey clubs and festivals. These festivals were built with the goal of building up Black communities in Newark. Will these spaces continue to thrive without funding? As we look to the future are these spaces at risk? Listen and share your thoughts with us on social media. Storytellers in the order of appeara...

For House Heads, the dance floor is more than just a place to move their bodies to the beat. It's a space where they can fully immerse themselves in the music, connect with others who share their passion, and experience a sense of community and belonging. In this episode, we listen to the New Jersey-based dancers and creatives who view this space as sacred and life-changing.

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House music is a cultural force that traveled from underground clubs to influence the biggest acts in pop, and its impact is still felt today. But did you know that Jersey is a big part of the House music story?

I am Jamara Wakefield, producer of the latest podcast from WBGO Studios, Black House. Black Joy is an in-depth look at the vibrant world of New Jersey House music through interviews with DJs, dancers, emcees, and acti...

Get ready to step onto the dance floor and into the vibrant world of New Jersey House Music! In our podcast, we invite you to meet the DJ's, dancers, emcees, and activists who have made this community what it is today. From the iconic Zanzibar nightclub to the present day, we explore the history and evolution of this beloved musical genre. But our focus goes beyond the beats and rhythms of the music itself. We delve into the s...