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Queue Points
Black Music
Hip Hop
Atlanta
R&B
Music Industry
Black Music History
Caribbean British Invasion
Michael Jackson
The Temptations
Gospel Music
Silent Night
Kanye West
Bob Marley
Billy Ocean
Being Bobby Brown
Teena Marie
Chaka Khan
Prince
Patti Labelle
Black Culture

Queue Points is the Black Podcasting Award and Ambie Award-nominated music podcast that is dropping the needle on Black Music history and celebrating Black music through meaningful dialogue. The show is hosted by DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray. Follow us on social media @queuepointspod everywhere.

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Black music has always had a spiritual center — and DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray dig into why that's not an accident. This episode traces the sacred roots of soul, R&B, hip-hop, and gospel through the lives of artists who grew up in the church, left it,... more

Listener discretion advised. This episode contains explicit lyric discussion intended for mature audiences.

DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray mark the 40th anniversary of The 2 Live Crew Is What We Are by digging into what made 2 Live Crew one of the most c... more

Listener discretion advised. This episode contains explicit lyric discussion intended for mature audiences.

June is Black Music History Month, and DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray are rolling out their Summer of Sex series, pulling out three of 1996's most... more

Disclosure: This episode of Queue Points is brought to you by Okayplayer’s Almanac of Rap. Subscribe by visiting qpnt.net/aorshow.

There's a moment in this conversation where Jay Ray marvels at Donwill asking Raekwon why the Purple Tape was ... more

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Recent Guests

Amani Roberts
Award-winning music business professor, internationally renowned speaker, professional DJ, and USA Today bestselling author
Amani Experience / author of The Quiet Storm
Episode: The Quiet Storm Era & the Decline of R&B: Amani Roberts on What We Lost
Seth Neblett
Author of Mothership Connected, The Women of Parliament-Funkadelic
Author; Creative Director at Shaka Khan Enterprises (former)
Episode: Seth Neblett on Parliament-Funkadelic Women & 'Mothership Connected'
Nick Bambach
Academic librarian and host of Rock in Retrospect
Rock in Retrospect (podcast)
Episode: Sade: Rock & Roll Hall of Fame 2026 Case & Artistic Legacy (Guest: Nick Bambach)
Marcus Borders
Learning innovation specialist with Ed Farm
Ed Farm
Episode: Dancing Through Black History With Dr. Marcus Borders: Line Dancing, Skating, and Community
Jean-Pierre Burman Brice
Founder of CMP Radio and cultural organizer
CMP Radio
Episode: R&B, Love, and Community Power with JP Brice of CMP Radio in Chester, PA
Trey Payadue
Music enthusiast and day one listener of Queue Points, raised in New Orleans
Episode: Queue Points Day One Trey Payadue on Celebrating the New Orleans Sound and Treasuring Black Music
Manny Faces
Award-winning journalist, podcast professional, and founding director of the Hip Hop Institute for Social Innovation
Hip Hop Institute for Social Innovation
Episode: Hip Hop Can Save America: Manny Faces Joins the Conversation
Travis Hall
An artist blending classical opera roots and modern R&B with a focus on storytelling and emotional truth.
Episode: From Opera to R&B: Travis Hall's Musical Journey
Jeremy Avalon
DJ and music producer with global recognition.
Episode: Jeremy Avalon on WERC Crew, 'The Groove,' and the Soul of the Dancefloor

Hosts

DJ Sir Daniel
Host of Queue Points
Jay Ray
Co-host and Host of Queue Points, discusses music history and culture

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 34 ratings
  • banger

    Came here for the Isaac Hayes episode, was not disappointed! now i have to listen to that Bernard Purdie album. Excellent work, sirs!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    future ralph
    United Statesa year ago
  • This show is great! I love the deep dives and hot takes on my favorite music and artist, and the relationship between DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray makes every episode a joy to listen to.

    Podchaser
    5
    What's Poppin' Penny?
    2 years ago
  • Hola 👋🏽

    Hello QP

    Just stopping by to say thank you guys for all you do for those of us who tune to watch and listen to the Podcast. It’s like going to night school in college and you both are the Professors for the QP Class. It is a treasure, I must say. The information that is available with you both is fascinating!!! I’m still looking for the day for QP to have a Show with a live audience. I’m speaking that into existence, Amen. I will keep supporting, watching, listening and sharing for my remainin... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Shorty2009
    United States3 years ago
  • Musicology

    This heady joint is actually a series of music documentaries with two affable hosts who invite us into their living room to explore all music has to offer. Each listen I laugh, learn, and lean into the joy this offering provides.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dr. Ed Garnes
    United States3 years ago
  • One of my favorite music podcasts. Often, we know nothing about the history of what we listen to. These hosts make us smarter about the music we listen to while keeping it entertaining. I am grateful for this podcast because it makes me want to be more informed about music. Great job !

    Podchaser
    5
    andreabrigette1
    4 years ago

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Episodes frequently surface overlooked artists and moments in Black music history.
Experts say the show blends deep music history with accessible dialogue.
The live-audience and audience input elements are a strong draw for engagement.
Listeners appreciate the hosts' knowledge and conversational vibe.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Seth Neblett on Parliament-Funkadelic Women & 'Mothership Connected'
Q: What drove you to write this book, and how did you overcome challenges to finish it?
He explains that the motivation was to preserve the real stories of women who were often overlooked or misrepresented, and to counteract the industry's historical record with receipts and firsthand accounts; Bootsy Collins challenged him to write it, and a combination of personal experience and a commitment to accuracy kept him going through publishing edits and industry resistance.
Sade: Rock & Roll Hall of Fame 2026 Case & Artistic Legacy (Guest: Nick Bambach)
Q: How has the band's workflow and collaboration across distance affected their music and longevity?
The group's commitment to recording in the same room when possible, despite living in different places, preserves cohesion and the distinct Sade sound while allowing individual members to explore side projects.
Sade: Rock & Roll Hall of Fame 2026 Case & Artistic Legacy (Guest: Nick Bambach)
Q: What three songs would you pick for someone new to Sade to listen to first?
Your Love Is King for its classic introduction and timeless vocal; Lovers Rock for its simmering, trip-hop-inflected mood; Nothing Can Come Between Us for its duet dynamic and groove that showcases the band's range.
Dancing Through Black History With Dr. Marcus Borders: Line Dancing, Skating, and Community
Q: What makes a good song to skate to and line dance to for you?
The guest explains that skating favors smooth, cruising tempos and 90s R&B flavors, while line dancing benefits from a balance of familiar, iconic tracks and songs that allow for personal flair without overwhelming transitions, emphasizing the importance of DJ timing and crowd response.
The Sacred Science of Black Line Dances: Electric Slide, Cha-Cha Slide & The Wobble
Q: What is a perfect time in your mind to play The Wobble?
Play The Wobble within the first hour of warm-up tunes, allowing attendees to engage and dance.

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A culture-forward music history show that uses sharp cultural analysis to unpack Black music, its history, and its modern-day implications. Episodes span hip-hop origins, pivotal artists, gender and regional dynamics, and the business side of the industry, all filtered through two hosts who bring personal memories and rigorous context. The program often blends archival insight with lively, opinionated dialogue, and it's noted for thoughtful commentary, guest interactions, and a strong emphasis on education and accountability within the culture. A standout aspect is the hosts' ability to tie deep historical threads to contemporary debates, while also celebrating overlooked moments and figures in Black music history.

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Recent guests on Queue Points include:

1. Amani Roberts
2. Seth Neblett
3. Nick Bambach
4. Marcus Borders
5. Jean-Pierre Burman Brice
6. Trey Payadue
7. Manny Faces
8. Travis Hall

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