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All Rights Reserved.Fri, 14 Jun 2019 22:45:00 GMTWed, 08 Dec 2010 23:00:00 GMTMusicBlogTalkRadio Feed v2.0https://dasg7xwmldix6.cloudfront.net/hostpics/915bc428-83ee-4608-9757-ea3a9264e922_tgri1.jpghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/tgrionlineTrue Genius Requires Insanity is the top independent portal for the Washington, DC and Baltimore music scene, as well as a boutique project where gifted scribes craft premier commentaries on recorded sound. feeds@blogtalkradio.comBlogTalkRadio.commusic,hip hop,dance,tgri,u street music hall,kanye,pop,rap,930 club,ay tan suciaTGRI OnlinenoTrue Genius Requires Insanity is the top independent portal for the Washington, DC and Baltimore music scene, as well as a boutique project where gifted scribesepisodichttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/tgrionline/2010/12/08/the-ultimate-dark-twisted-kanye-conversationHip Hop Musichttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/tgrionline/2010/12/08/the-ultimate-dark-twisted-kanye-conversation/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/tgrionline/2010/12/08/the-ultimate-dark-twisted-kanye-conversationWed, 08 Dec 2010 23:00:00 GMTTHE ULTIMATE DARK & TWISTED KANYE CONVERSATIONOn November 22nd, Kanye West released My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy, the most hyped album in recent hip hop history. Pitcfork gave the album a perfect score, as did Rolling Stone and a slew of other top musical guides of note. I agree with them in that the album now recasts hip hop on a larger sonic scale, as the genre has a heightened social awareness to larger issues outside of the hip hop and urban communities. Freelance journalist associated with the Baltimore City Paper Al Shipley disagrees with Pitchfork, Rlling Stone and myself and has a well reasoned case for doing so (http://narrowcast.blogspot.com/2010/12/last-week-i-did-my-usual-monthly-report.html). Join two very well reasoned and opinionated journalists for what we're billing as the ULTIMATE conversation about Kanye's most ostentatious release to date!01:00:00TGRI OnlineyesKanye,hip hop,rap,music,stadiumOn November 22nd, Kanye West released My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy, the most hyped album in recent hip hop history. Pitcfork gave the album a perfect scorehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/tgrionline/2010/12/01/the-what-makes-a-great-pop-song-conversationMusichttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/tgrionline/2010/12/01/the-what-makes-a-great-pop-song-conversation/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/tgrionline/2010/12/01/the-what-makes-a-great-pop-song-conversationWed, 01 Dec 2010 23:00:00 GMTTHE WHAT MAKES A GREAT POP SONG CONVERSATIONTGRI Radio returns for Season two as editor in chief Marcus Dowling sits down with staff columnist and noted pop aficionado William Bruce West to discuss the nature of pop songs and what exactly makes one great on this episode of the podcast. As 2010 draws to a close, the concept of what exactly constitutes a top pop release has expanded exponentially. Tune in for this great conversation!01:01:00TGRI Onlineyespop,music,love,Billboard,SoundscanTGRI Radio returns for Season two as editor in chief Marcus Dowling sits down with staff columnist and noted pop aficionado William Bruce West to discuss the nahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/tgrionline/2010/11/10/the-moombahton-conversationMusichttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/tgrionline/2010/11/10/the-moombahton-conversation/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/tgrionline/2010/11/10/the-moombahton-conversationWed, 10 Nov 2010 23:00:00 GMTTHE MOOMBAHTON CONVERSATIONJoin TGRI Online co-editors in chief Marcus Dowling and Chris Kelly as we discuss the hottest sound in the past decade on the international underground, the Dave Nada invented, chopped and screwed Dutch house/reggaeton/cumbia hybrid known as moombahton. The lines will be open and we'll have a plethora of top producers of the sound on the lines as we discuss the development, growth and future potential of the sound!01:01:00TGRI Onlineyesmoombahton,cumbia,Dutch House,reggaeton,ay tan suciaJoin TGRI Online co-editors in chief Marcus Dowling and Chris Kelly as we discuss the hottest sound in the past decade on the international underground, the Davhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/tgrionline/2010/11/03/the-dubstep-2010-a-bass-odyssey-conversationMusichttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/tgrionline/2010/11/03/the-dubstep-2010-a-bass-odyssey-conversation/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/tgrionline/2010/11/03/the-dubstep-2010-a-bass-odyssey-conversationWed, 03 Nov 2010 22:00:00 GMTTHE "DUBSTEP 2010: A BASS ODYSSEY" CONVERSATIONJoin TGRIOnline.com's co-editor in chiefs Marcus Dowling and Chris Kelly alongside noted local DC DJ Bills for a discussion of the deep, hard and profound sound of dubstep. It's been the hottest and most influential sound on the EDM underground for some time, and has now crossed over fully into the mainstream. We'll discuss the highs and the sonic lows of the sound, as well as it's progenitors dub and drum and bass making comebacks as well. Want a quick dubstep education and want to be ready for the continuance of a search into the sonic depths in 2011? Tune in!00:45:00TGRI Onlineyesdubstep,drum and bass,U Street Music Hall,London,dubJoin TGRIOnline.com's co-editor in chiefs Marcus Dowling and Chris Kelly alongside noted local DC DJ Bills for a discussion of the deep, hard and profound soundhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/tgrionline/2010/10/27/a-baltimore-club-music-conversation-w-james-nastyMusichttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/tgrionline/2010/10/27/a-baltimore-club-music-conversation-w-james-nasty/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/tgrionline/2010/10/27/a-baltimore-club-music-conversation-w-james-nastyWed, 27 Oct 2010 22:00:00 GMTA BALTIMORE CLUB MUSIC CONVERSATION w/ JAMES NASTYOutside of the rising production credits of DJ Pierre and Murder Mark, the story of 2010 in the retooling but perpetually party rocking genre of Baltimore Club music is the rise of James Nasty. Playing U Street Music Hall's Halloween party this Saturday night is one of many great accomplishments for the selector. A populist club DJ very reminiscent in production style to veteran Rod Lee of "Dance My Pain Away" fame, Nasty has had a fantastic 2010. Finding his own style as the headliner at the "next generation Taxlo" the Friday night weekly Moustache Dance Party at Baltimore's Ottobar, he's now aligned with the revised Bmore Original Records, and his single "Back It Up" is presently in rotation as a perpetual part of KW Griff's Friday night mix on 92Q. As club music retools and new names like DJ Sega become top veterans and mentors, it's names like James Nasty who are now at the forefront of pushing the genre ahead and being ones to watch. For 45 minutes, James and I discuss the nature of club music, past, present and future. Enjoy!00:45:00TGRI OnlineyesBaltimore,club music,DJ,Unruly Records,Bmore OriginalOutside of the rising production credits of DJ Pierre and Murder Mark, the story of 2010 in the retooling but perpetually party rocking genre of Baltimore Clubhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/tgrionline/2010/10/20/the-dc-hip-hop-conversation-w-sonya-collinsHip Hop Musichttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/tgrionline/2010/10/20/the-dc-hip-hop-conversation-w-sonya-collins/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/tgrionline/2010/10/20/the-dc-hip-hop-conversation-w-sonya-collinsWed, 20 Oct 2010 22:00:00 GMTTHE DC HIP HOP CONVERSATION w/ SONYA COLLINSSonya Collins? You don't know who she is? Well, she was formerly the head of DC's Glass House blog analyzing music and culture before becoming a brand representative for Arnaud de Brignac champagne in New York City. Successful in that venture, she's now back in DC. An underrated mind, Sonya, by knowing the pulse of the urban streets of DC like few others, she's possibly one of the most fertile minds in the city to pick about the state and nature of DC hip hop. I recently had a chance to sit on a panel alongside some of the city's best and brightest music minds to select the "10 Hottest Rappers in DC," a video piece which will soon be on the website for DC's 93.9 WKYS FM radio station. Though not a part of that discussion, Sonya could have easily sat at that table, and likely been of great importance. For 45 minutes, one of my favorite DC people and I discuss one of my favorite DC topics. Definitely take a listen and enjoy!00:45:00TGRI OnlineyesDC,hip hop,rap,go go,DMVSonya Collins? You don't know who she is? Well, she was formerly the head of DC's Glass House blog analyzing music and culture before becoming a brand representhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/tgrionline/2010/10/13/the-2011-music-conversation-w-dctobccoms-modiHip Hop Musichttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/tgrionline/2010/10/13/the-2011-music-conversation-w-dctobccoms-modi/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/tgrionline/2010/10/13/the-2011-music-conversation-w-dctobccoms-modiWed, 13 Oct 2010 22:00:00 GMTTHE 2011 MUSIC CONVERSATION w/ DCtoBC.com's MODI!Modele "Modi" Oyewole is a rising music tastemaker, influencer and celebrity. At 24, the Sidwell Friends high school and Boston College graduate (hence DC to BC) has set a path that that we haven't seen in hip hop locally since Puffy was at Howard University. Hosting events, successful brand campaigns, viral marketing, being chosen by Vibe Magazine as a hip hop power blogger of note, working as an intern with Complex Magazine and having more limitless potential than anyone under the age of 30 in the city, to get 45 minutes of this very successful young man's time is a victory in its own right. On TGRI Radio, we're going to talk about Modi's thoughts on music in 2011, where it's headed and how it's going to get there. A fascinating discussion of technology, culture and music should ensue! Tune in!00:45:00TGRI OnlineyesModi,DCtoBC,hip hop,dance,marketingModele "Modi" Oyewole is a rising music tastemaker, influencer and celebrity. At 24, the Sidwell Friends high school and Boston College graduate (hence DC to BChttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/tgrionline/2010/10/06/the-dj-stereo-faith-conversationHip Hop Musichttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/tgrionline/2010/10/06/the-dj-stereo-faith-conversation/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/tgrionline/2010/10/06/the-dj-stereo-faith-conversationWed, 06 Oct 2010 22:00:00 GMTTHE DJ STEREO FAITH CONVERSATIONSteven "Stereo Faith" McPherson is a DC music institution rapidly rising to the same venerated veteran levels of those he admired as a youth in the city, HR from Bad Brains, Chuck Brown, Henry Rollins and so many more. A musical encyclopedia and unquestionably mega talented professional, he is now the touring DJ for DC's next big act, hip hop performer of note Tabi Bonney. However, just over a month ago, Stereo Faith had a successful surgery to remove a tumor from his brain tha had pressed down upon the auditory nerves of his right ear, almost rendering him incapable of performing in what is ultimately his greatest contribution as a citizen of the world. This coming Friday, Stereo Faith makes an early return behind the decks to Mark Zimin's legendary Mousetrap party in DC at the Black Cat. We'll discuss Stereo Faith's career, as well as his newfound motivation as a DJ and possibly producer, as well as more discussion on the nature and history of DC music. Enjoy!00:45:00TGRI Onlineyeship hop,punk,hardcore,dance,DCSteven "Stereo Faith" McPherson is a DC music institution rapidly rising to the same venerated veteran levels of those he admired as a youth in the city, HR frohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/tgrionline/2010/09/29/the-bliss-conversation-w-will-eastmanIndie Musichttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/tgrionline/2010/09/29/the-bliss-conversation-w-will-eastman/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/tgrionline/2010/09/29/the-bliss-conversation-w-will-eastmanWed, 29 Sep 2010 22:00:00 GMTTHE BLISS CONVERSATION w/ WILL EASTMAN!On September 25th at U Street Music Hall, DC DJ Will Eastman celebrates a decade of Bliss, his signature dance party that has become a DC staple and is one of the longest running indie dance parties in the United States. TGRI Editor in Chief Marcus Dowling talks with Eastman about Bliss, its development, and his career development alongside it.00:46:00TGRI OnlinenoWill Eastman,Bliss,U Street Music Hall,Indie,DanceOn September 25th at U Street Music Hall, DC DJ Will Eastman celebrates a decade of Bliss, his signature dance party that has become a DC staple and is one of thttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/tgrionline/2010/09/22/tgricouch-sessions-2010-hip-hop-conversationMusichttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/tgrionline/2010/09/22/tgricouch-sessions-2010-hip-hop-conversation/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/tgrionline/2010/09/22/tgricouch-sessions-2010-hip-hop-conversationWed, 22 Sep 2010 22:00:00 GMTTGRI/COUCH SESSIONS 2010 HIP HOP CONVERSATIONJoin TGRI's Editor in Chief Marcus Dowling, and CouchSessions.com president Winston Ford for an intriguing 45 minute discussion of the nature of hip hop music in 2010!00:45:00TGRI OnlinenoDrake,Kanye,Rick Ross,Nicki Minaj,BOBJoin TGRI's Editor in Chief Marcus Dowling, and CouchSessions.com president Winston Ford for an intriguing 45 minute discussion of the nature of hip hop music ihttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/tgrionline/2010/09/16/the-tgri-lady-gaga-conversationMusichttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/tgrionline/2010/09/16/the-tgri-lady-gaga-conversation/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/tgrionline/2010/09/16/the-tgri-lady-gaga-conversationThu, 16 Sep 2010 03:00:00 GMTTHE TGRI LADY GAGA CONVERSATIONStefanie Germanotta is the world's most controversial female. In the personage of Lady Gaga, she has confounded the universe in blending typical and expected norms of femininity in pop music and productions that do not advance pop music, but instead revel in its expected excellence. However, through all of that, she is the first superhuman superstar of the 21st century. Join pop culture writers from TGRI extraordinaire, Brolley Genster and Kari Elam along with host editor in chief Marcus Dowling as they discuss the good, the bad and the ugly of the reigning pop queen.00:46:00TGRI OnlinenoLady Gaga,TGRI,Bad Romance,VMA,Fame MonsterStefanie Germanotta is the world's most controversial female. In the personage of Lady Gaga, she has confounded the universe in blending typical and expected nohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/tgrionline/2010/09/09/tgri-dc-discussionMusichttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/tgrionline/2010/09/09/tgri-dc-discussion/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/tgrionline/2010/09/09/tgri-dc-discussionThu, 09 Sep 2010 22:00:00 GMTTGRI DC DISCUSSIONWashington, DC has been on the cusp of a cultural renaissance for quite some time, and has begun to reach this potential in 2010. With venues opening, bands selling out venues and local musical performers making national and international waves, is this the start of DC hitting the map, the post Obama election bounce, or just a great year. Marcus Dowling and Chris Kelly, the co-editors in chief of TGRI unite to discuss this topic!00:45:00TGRI OnlineyesMusic,DC,TGRI,930 Club,U Street Music HallWashington, DC has been on the cusp of a cultural renaissance for quite some time, and has begun to reach this potential in 2010. With venues opening, bands selhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/tgrionline/2010/09/01/tgri-radio-2010-pop-discussionMusichttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/tgrionline/2010/09/01/tgri-radio-2010-pop-discussion/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/tgrionline/2010/09/01/tgri-radio-2010-pop-discussionWed, 01 Sep 2010 22:00:00 GMTTGRI RADIO 2010 POP DISCUSSIONJoin TGRIOnline.com editor in chief Marcus Dowling and staff columnist William Bruce West for an entertaining and even possibly controversial discussion of the highs, AND LOWS, of radio friendly pop music of 2010!00:45:00TGRI OnlineyesTGRI,pop,music,Kesha,GagaJoin TGRIOnline.com editor in chief Marcus Dowling and staff columnist William Bruce West for an entertaining and even possibly controversial discussion of the