KBLA's Lyric Lounge

This week on the Lyric Lounge, we're thrilled to have the legendary Wayne Vaughn as our guest! Dive into the stories behind the classic hits he's penned and uncover musical treasures. He talks about working with Earth Wind and Fire, The Emotions, Vesta, and stories about Prince and Todd Bridges. Tune in every Saturday at 4 PM PST for our live session, or enjoy the divine encore at 11 PM. Missed it live? No worries! You can relive t...

This episode of KBLA’s Lyric Lounge pays tribute to the smooth, unmistakable voice of Walter Scott, founding member of The Whispers.

Tosha, Teal, and Ural reflect on a legacy built on velvet harmonies, grown-folk storytelling, and timeless soul. From "And the Beat Goes On” to “Say Yes,” Walter’s voice was the heart of love songs that never aged.

He didn’t just sing the lyrics, he lived them.

Join us as we honor a man whose sound ...

This episode of The Lyric Lounge is a heartfelt tribute to Wayne Lewis of the legendary group Atlantic Starr.

Tosha, Teal, and Ural revisit the magic in three timeless tracks:
“Let’s Get Closer” – grown-folks romance in groove form
“Silver Shadow” – mystic, melodic, unforgettable
“Fallin’ in Love” – the quiet ache of surrender

Wayne’s keys, voice, and songwriting helped define a sound where love met elegance, and emotion mov...

Were you able to tune in to the most recent installment of KBLA's Lyric Lounge, with Tosha, Teal, and Ural? Taking a journey through the realm of Blue Eyed Soul, Ural dissects Jamiroquai "Manifest Destiny", and Teal provided a review of a Soft Rock Classic, Ambrosia's "Biggest Part of Me.", then Tosha rounds it out with Average White Band "A Love of Your Own". Be sure not to miss the Lyric Loun...

This episode of The Lyric Lounge is all freestyle—no theme, just feel.

Tosha, Teal, and Ural dig into three tracks that hit in different ways but all speak the truth.

🍼 Logic lays it out with “Dad Bod”—a relatable, unfiltered take on fatherhood and real-life rap.
💔 Janet Jackson’s “I Get Lonely (TNT Remix)” feat. Blackstreet brings the emotion and harmony with a 90s remix classic.
🌌 Avery Wilson’s “Kiss the Sky” aims high wi...

This week on #KBLALyricLounge, we’ve got a diverse and soulful lineup! Ural dives into Doechii's uplifting track "Sunday Best," Tosha explores the smooth and sensual "Love Around the Clock" by Raheem DeVaughn featuring Goapele, and Teal takes us back in time with James Brown and the James Cleveland Choir's gospel-infused classic, "The Old Landmark."

Tune in to KBLA1580 every Saturday at 4 PM PST or stream live through the KBLA1580 a...

This week on KBLA’s Lyric Lounge, Tosha, Teal, and Ural explore the rich, genre-blurring soundscape of José James. A sonic shapeshifter whose catalog reads like a love letter to jazz, soul, hip-hop, and everything in between.

José James doesn’t just sing. He inhabits the music. His voice floats like steam from a midnight cup of tea, warm with memory and cool with intention. One moment he’s channeling the spirit of Gil Scott-Heron wi...

This week on The Lyric Lounge, Tosha, Teal, and Ural take a cinematic stroll through the music and lyrics that scored the films of Spike Lee.

From Arrested Development’s “Revolution”, a rallying cry of rhythm and resistance, to the aching urgency of New Power Generation’s “Count the Days”, and the timeless tenderness of Stevie Wonder’s “These Three Words”. This episode explores how Spike’s soundtracks hit just as hard as his storyte...

This week on The Lyric Lounge, we dust off a '90s gem and drop the needle on the unforgettable soundtrack of Jason’s Lyric. Where every track feels like a love letter written in the margins of a broken heart.

Join Tosha, Teal, and Ural as they dive into the sonic diary of this iconic film.

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This week on Lyric Lounge, we vibe out with the one and only Anderson .Paak—the genre-bending, funk-slinging, soul-preaching maestro of groove.

From witty wordplay to deep emotional threads, we’re unpacking the layers of his music and lyrics—where hip-hop meets heartbreak, and every drum hit tells a story.

It’s rhythm, it’s rawness, it’s .Paak in his pocket.

Now streaming on all platforms.
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We’re thrilled to announce that the legendary Tim Kelley, one-half of the iconic duo Tim & Bob, is our special guest on KBLA’s Lyric Lounge with Tosha, Teal, and Ural!

Tune in to hear Tim share exclusive insights and stories behind some of the unforgettable lyrics he's written for Boyz II Men, Dave Hollister, Daniel DeBourg, Tamia, Sisqo, Case, and many more.

This episode is now available on Spotify, Amazon Music, Audible, and i...

This week on Lyric Lounge, we’re going off-script and straight from the soul as Tosha, Teal, and Ural freestyle through the music and lyrics of Gina Thompson, Duckwrth, and Guordan Banks.

From 90s R&B whispers to futuristic funk and smooth, grown-man soul—this lineup brings vibes, vulnerability, and verses that stick with you.

No theme. No boundaries. Just pure groove and lyrical flow.

Now streaming on all platforms.
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This week on Lyric Lounge, we’re throwing it back and turning it all the way up for the 20th Anniversary of Sharon Jones & the Dap-Kings’ iconic album Naturally—now freshly remastered and sounding funkier than ever.

Joining us is a very special guest: Gabe Roth of the Dap-Kings. He drops some serious soul wisdom—from behind-the-scenes stories of recording with Sharon, to unforgettable moments sharing the stage with none other th...

This week on KBLA’s Lyric Lounge, Tosha, Teal, and Ural are trading in their mics for a little stage magic as they dive into the world of musicals—because sometimes you just have to sing your feelings with jazz hands.

They’ll be hitting the soulful streets of South of Midnight, throwing down revolutions with Hamilton, and getting jazzy and mischievous with Ain’t Misbehavin’.

Curtains up, spotlights on—let’s groove, Broadway-style!

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This week on Lyric Lounge, we’re taking it to church—with a gospel-inspired lineup that lifts the soul and stirs the spirit.

From the powerful harmonies of The O’Jays’ “The Prayer”, to the raw conviction of DC3’s Christian rap “I Know”, and the joyful praise of Israel & New Breed’s “Goodness of God”—this episode is all heart, healing, and hallelujahs.

Whether you're in need of a breakthrough or just a good foot-stomping groov...

This week on The Lyric Lounge, the crew dives deep into the poetic, passionate, and often poignant lyrics of Chris Brown—pulling from his rich catalog of R&B gems.

We’re unpacking:

🎤 “Say It With Me” – a hypnotic, high-energy confession that blurs the line between lust and love, where body language speaks louder than words.

💸 “Residuals” – a slick, confident flex wrapped in vulnerability, reminding us that even in the fast life,...

We’ve lost some true legends recently, and on this episode, we honor the incredible legacies of Roberta Flack, Gwen McCrae, Chris Jasper, and Jerry Butler. Their timeless music continues to inspire and resonate.

Don’t forget to download the KBLA1580 app from the Apple App Store or Google Play to listen live anytime! This episode is also streaming on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Audible, iHeartRadio, and all major digital platforms. #kbl...

This week on Lyric Lounge, we’re taking a quick trip across the pond to vibe with some of the UK’s finest in R&B.

Tosha, Teal, and Ural dive into the smooth, soulful sounds of D’Influence, the chart-topping grooves of Craig David, and the fierce energy of Mis-Teeq.

It’s a London-style link-up you don’t want to miss!
Listen live on the KBLA1580 app, available in the Apple App Store and Google Play.
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This week on KBLA’s Lyric Lounge, we shine a spotlight on powerhouse vocalists who started their journeys as background singers before stepping into the spotlight.

Teal kicks it off with the fierce and soulful Liv Warfield and her track “Your Show.”

Angelique Francis from The Sweet Spot sits in for Ural this week, bringing the velvet voice of Luther Vandross with “Any Love.”

Tosha wraps it up with the incomparable Lisa Fischer and her...