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Commentary News about music, and more at the Cat Bear audio station. By Gail Nobles © 2019 https://sites.google.com/view/thecatbear/home There are different shows on the Cat Bear. 1. Postgirl's Recordings, The New Retro, One Note Jam, and The Whitney Soul Podcast.
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A classic R&B song from the early 1990s is striking a powerful chord with listeners today, proving its timeless message about guarding one's heart.
"Don't Want to Be a Fool," performed by the legendary Luther Vandross, was originally released in June 1991. It served as the second single from his hit album *Power of Love*. Written and produced by Vandross alongside collaborato...
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Male Voice: The tunes we enjoyed in our youth, like those catchy AM radio hits, develop an emotional resonance.
Female Voice: Those musical memories hold a special place in our hearts, reminding us of the joy & heartbreak.
Rock ‘n’ Me is a song by American rock band Steve Miller Band, released in 1976 as the second single...
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"Finally" is a popular song by Kings of Tomorrow, a project from the American house music scene. It features the talented vocals of Julie McKnight and was written by Jason Sealee and produced by Sandy Rivera. The song was released as a single in the UK in 2001, where it reached number 24 on the UK Singles Chart. In the US, it made its mark by hitting number 17 on the Billboard Dance Clu...
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Let me tell you about a bright new star on the scene: Gledd! This rising Italian DJ and producer has just dropped a track on the Big Love label, and trust me, it’s awesome! With a vibe that’s all his own, Gledd mixes everything from funky disco and soulful house to the groovy beats of deep house and afrohouse. Whether you feel like dancing or just chilling, hi...
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ONE NOTE JAM 🎹
Hello, I’m Gail Nobles. Welcome to One Note Jam where we focus on a singular topic in each episode. Today’s topic: Dames Brown.
Let’s talk about a trio that’s been turning heads since they hit the scene in 2008 – that’s right, I’m talking about Dames Brown from Detroit! Now, I know I mentioned them back in 2021 on One Note Jam, but let me tell you, t...
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Hello, I’m Gail Nobles! Let's take a little trip back to the breezy days of the '70s and talk about a catchy tune that still sticks in your head: James Taylor's "Handy Man." If you were cruising down the road or hanging out at home, you likely caught this song blaring on AM radio, and boy, did it make an impression!
Now, here’s a fun fact: James ...
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You know, we meet a lot of people, and we hear a lot of stories. But every so often, a voice comes along that seems to exist outside of time, outside of the trends. A voice that doesn't just perform a song, but seems to channel something… universal.
That was Whitney Houston.
We’ve been thinking about her lately, about that incredib...
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You see it all the time, the same snapshots of the baby girl, Aaliyah. The same clips, the same sounds. And we spin 'em, don't we? We gotta! We spin 'em to keep the flame burning, to keep that legacy alive and kicking.
But here's the real scoop, the real gas: it's the *stories* that fuel the fire. Every fan, every kid who ever got a picture wit...
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Today’s topic is COMING CLOSER TO YOU by Machine Soul Collective featuring MarlI Vox. You can check out their song on Spotify. For now, let’s kick things off with a brief music intro. I hope you enjoy it.
Hey there, music lovers! I've got something special to share! Let's talk about the Machine Soul Collective, an electrifying group that fuses human creativity ...
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Riff is from the vibrant city of Paterson, New Jersey. This dynamite a cappella ensemble is bringing the heat and the harmony back into the R&B soul scene!
Now, let me take you back to the glorious year of 1989 when RIFF made a splash on the big screen in the unforgettable film, *Lean on Me*. You remember that, don’t you? Morgan Freeman as Mr. Clark, the maestro himse...
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Aaliyah's impact on music is clear, especially when we look at the evolution of a genre called New Jack Swing. This genre first popped up in the late 1980s and became known for mixing R&B with hip-hop. Think of it as music that had catchy beats and a fusion of live instruments with electronic sounds. Teddy Riley was one of the main producers behind this style, and artists like Kei...
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“Tell Me Something Good” is today’s topic by the fabulous Chaka Khan! You know, when I first heard that iconic song, I was just a baby girl. The chorus grabbed everyone’s attention and made everybody sing along!
You could feel the vibe change when that part hit. Everyb...
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There's still a lot of talk about Michael Jackson, and I'm not here to gossip. I take what I hear with a grain of salt, but I do pay attention. Recently, I came across a video of Michael on stage with Jay-Z and others. I'm not sure what the full story was. All I saw was him greeting the fans, but he didn’t seem very happy as he walked away. Maybe he was just exhausted. This was at ...
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Alright, let’s groove to this! “A Mother for My Children” by The Whispers is a soulful tune that hits deep, blending that funky vibe with a touch of disco magic. It came out in 1973, a time when music was all about feelings and rhythm.
Now, the lyrics tell a heartfelt story. Here we have a man who’s feeling pretty lonely, struggling to raise his tw...
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Some people mocked Diana Ross about her long hair and sexiness, especially during her time with the Supremes. However, when her hits "Upside Down," "I'm Coming Out," and "The Boss" first played, all criticism faded away. People were too busy dancing and snapping their fingers to say a word.
Despite the rumors and crit...
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Jimmy landed a job at a radio station, where he was known as the Red Panda—an unforgettable figure in a large red costume. He was considered the best radio disc jockey in the world, drawing children who eagerly ran to keep up with him as he strolled down the street. Although he wasn't feeling great, he hid his mood from the children. Upon ar...
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Good evening, I’m Gail Nobles. Tonight, we celebrate the remarkable legacy of Irene Cara, a true icon of music and film. Best known for her powerful voice and unforgettable hits, Irene captivated the world with her songs like "Fame" and "Flashdance... What a Feeling." Her contributions not o...
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It seems Christopher Cross, known for his smooth sounds and sailing vibes, may have a past shrouded in… psychedelic mystery. This "Ride Like The Wind," a song that whispers of sun-drenched escapes and urgent journeys, isn't quite the breezy yacht rock anthem we thought. Instead, it's allegedly the confession of a multiple murderer, a desperate ...
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It’s always fascinating to delve into the spiritual lives of artists, particularly someone as iconic and, in many ways, as tragic as Whitney Houston. To hear her describe her relationship with God as a central pillar of her existence, especially given the tumultuous journey she faced...
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