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Ronnie Baker Brooks: Blues in My DNA, Family Legacy & Prince Stories

👉 Watch the full Ronnie Baker Brooks interview on YouTube and subscribe for more exclusive musician stories 🔴 WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_czA2VTSzaM Legendary blues guitarist Ronnie Baker Brooks joins Musicians Reveal with Joe Kelley for a powerful, wide-ranging conversation on legacy, loss, and the healing power of music. A torchbearer of Chicago blues and the…

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Bobby Eaton (KBOB Radio) on The Gap Band

Bobby Eaton, a key voice at KBOB Radio, shares rare stories about The Gap Band’s rise to funk and R&B stardom. In this candid conversation, Bobby reflects on his time in broadcasting, the behind-the-scenes of the music industry, and his lasting connection to one of America’s most iconic bands. Whether you’re a fan of The…

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Tyka Nelson – Prince’s Sister on Music, A Brand New Me, and the Minneapolis Sound

🎙️ Episode Description Tyka Nelson — acclaimed singer, songwriter, and sister of music legend Prince — joins Musicians Reveal with Joe Kelley for a rare, in-depth conversation about her life, career, and spiritual journey. Recorded in December 2008, this exclusive interview takes listeners inside Tyka’s evolution from a major label artist to an independent creator,…

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Dawn Silva Interview: Sly Stone Tribute, Queen of Funk Book & P-Funk Legacy

In this exclusive Musicians Reveal with Joe Kelley interview, funk powerhouse Dawn Silva pays tribute to her close friend and mentor Sly Stone, sharing emotional stories that reveal the deep bond they shared. She also dives into her new book “Queen of Funk,” chronicling her groundbreaking work with George Clinton, P-Funk, and the Brides of…

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Shaun Bivens (Black Stone Funk Revival) — Blue Tears, Bay Area Funk & the Soul in Imperfection

Funk guitarist and producer Shaun Bivens of Black Stone Funk Revival joins Musicians Reveal with Joe Kelley to discuss the making of his raw and soulful new EP, Blue Tears. In this intimate interview, Bivens reflects on his Bay Area funk upbringing, gritty club shows, the lasting impact of Prince, and why musical imperfections breathe…

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Peter Lord (The Family Stand) Talks “Boom,” Songwriting Mastery & The 8th Dimension – Musicians Reveal

Peter Lord — acclaimed songwriter, producer, and founding member of The Family Stand — joins Musicians Reveal with Joe Kelley for an inspiring and thought-provoking interview. In this exclusive episode, Lord opens up about his upcoming solo project Songs From The 8th Dimension and the powerful origins of his new single “Boom,” a track that…

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RonKat Spearman of Katdelic: From P-Funk to the Future of Funk

In this high-energy episode of Musicians Reveal with Joe Kelley, funk innovator RonKat Spearman—the mastermind behind Katdelic and longtime member of George Clinton & Parliament-Funkadelic—takes us on a wild ride through decades of musical evolution. 🎤 Hear how one fateful encounter with George Clinton changed his life🎸 Get rare behind-the-scenes stories involving Prince, Rick James,…

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Michael B. Nelson on Prince, The Hornheads and Creating “Fat Lip”

Legendary trombonist and Prince collaborator Michael B. Nelson joins Musicians Reveal with Joe Kelley to share inside stories from the NPG Horns and the making of The Hornheads’ all-horn album Fat Lip. From working with The Purple One to recording the standout track “Chiquita Comb Banana,” Nelson dives into the artistry, discipline, and groove behind…

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From Prince’s Rap Protégé to Education Pioneer: TC Ellis Speaks

From Prince’s Paisley Park to empowering youth through hip-hop and education—David “TC” Ellis shares his incredible journey in this rare 2004 Musicians Reveal with Joe Kelley radio interview. Discover how a Minneapolis rap pioneer turned his passion into purpose. 🎙️ Musicians Reveal with Joe Kelley is a podcast featuring legendary and emerging funk, R&B, and…

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Zapp Band’s Lester & Zapp Troutman Reveal The UNTOLD Story of Roger Troutman’s Funk Legacy

Funk legends Lester and Terry Troutman of the iconic group Zapp join Musicians Reveal with Joe Kelley for an unforgettable conversation filled with history, heart, and groove. In this revealing episode, the Troutman brothers dive into Zapp’s pioneering sound—from the groundbreaking use of the talk box, popularized by the late Roger Troutman, to their evolution…

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