Queue Points is the Black Podcasting Award and Ambie Award nominated music podcast that is dropping the needle on Black Music history... more
In this special holiday episode of Queue Points, DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray unwrap a soulful gem deeply rooted... more
In this episode of Queue Points, DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray dive deep into the importance of comprehension in... more
In this bonus episode from an Instagram live conversation, we discuss the recent events in the hip hop world involving... more
Join DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray on this episode of Queue Points podcast as they take a nostalgic look... more
In this episode of the Queue Points Podcast, DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray delve into the impact and life... more
In this episode of the Queue Points Podcast, hosts DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray dive into the remarkable legacy... more
Dive into the ultimate Chaka Khan playlist with DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray as they discuss Chaka Khan's Greatest... more
In this bonus episode, we dive into the intersection of music, storytelling, and community building with the incredible Meklit Hadero.... more
In this episode of Queue Points, DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray dive deep into the world of ghostwriting in... more
Join DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray as they explore the musical journey of Malcolm Jamal Warner, celebrated for his... more
In this episode of Queue Points Podcast, hosts DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray revisit the 20th anniversary of New... more
In the season finale of 'I Come Alive: Stories of Black Gay Atlanta Nightlife,' host DJ Sir Daniel interviews Ron... more
Soundtracks play a pivotal role in enhancing the emotional and cultural resonance of films, often becoming as iconic as the... more
Join DJ Sir Daniel as he hosts 'I Come Alive: Stories of Black Gay Atlanta Nightlife.' In this episode, he... more
In this episode of Queue Points Podcast, hosts DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray celebrate the anniversary of the release... more
In this episode of 'I Come Alive: Stories of Black Gay Atlanta Nightlife,' DJ Sir Daniel hosts a heartfelt conversation... more
In this episode of Queue Points podcast, DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray explore the impact of Cyndi Lauper's music... more
Join host DJ Sir Daniel as he continues his journey into the vibrant history of Atlanta's Black gay nightlife. In... more
In this episode of Queue Points podcast, hosts DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray discuss the extensive and often less-publicized... more
In this episode of I Come Alive: Stories of Black Gay Atlanta Nightlife, host DJ Sir Daniel sits down with... more
In this episode of Queue Points Podcast, DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray dive deep into a lively discussion on... more
Join host DJ Sir Daniel as he sits down with Michael Slaughter, a key figure in Atlanta's Black gay nightlife,... more
Join DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray in this episode of the Queue Points Podcast as they explore Madonna's monumental... more
In this bonus episode of Queue Points podcast, DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray delve into an exciting discussion with... more
In this episode of Queue Points, DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray dive into the legacy and impact of Missy... more
In this episode of Queue Points Podcast, hosts DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray kick off our “Queue Up the... more
This bonus episode of Queue Points focuses on the Banjee Boombox festival, a vibrant QTBIPOC celebration of diverse voices in... more
This bonus episode of Queue Points focuses on the Banjee Boombox festival, a vibrant QTBIPOC celebration of diverse voices in... more
This bonus episode of Queue Points focuses on the Banjee Boombox festival, a vibrant QTBIPOC celebration of diverse voices in... more
This bonus episode of Queue Points focuses on the Banjee Boombox festival, a vibrant QTBIPOC celebration of diverse voices in... more
All this year, Queue Points is celebrating slow jams through our series Slow Jams Can Heal Us. In this episode... more
In this episode of Queue Points podcast, DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray delve into the legendary careers of Diana... more
In this episode of Queue Points podcast, DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray discuss the perfect road trip music, sharing... more
In this episode of Queue Points podcast, co-hosts Jay Ray and DJ Sir Daniel delve into the legacy of Dwight... more
Many know Meshell Ndegeocello for her simmering “Fool of Me” or her hit with John Mellancamp, “Wild Night,” but there’s... more
In this episode, DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray explore the timeless impact of 'Optimistic' by The Sounds of Blackness,... more
'What's Poppin' Penny?' creator Toni Kennedy joins Jay Ray from Queue Points to discuss her inspiring children's podcast. Learn about... more
In this episode of Queue Points, DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray dive into the world of kid music stars... more
In this episode of Queue Points, co-hosts Jay Ray and DJ Sir Daniel dive into the hottest tracks vying for... more
In this episode of Queue Points, co-hosts Jay Ray and DJ Sir Daniel are joined by Tashmica Torok and Shannon... more
In this episode of Queue Points Podcast, hosts DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray explore the legendary career of Teena... more
In this episode, DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray, reminisce about the impact of the musical duo Zhané. The two... more
In this episode of Queue Points Podcast, DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray are joined by special guest Latrice Sampson... more
For Women’s History Month 2024, DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray hosted a live audience at JBs Record Lounge in... more
In this episode of Queue Points, hosts DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray are joined by guest Brian Patrick Davis,... more
Queue Points is the Black Podcasting Award and Ambie Award nominated music podcast that is dropping the needle on Black... more
In this episode of the Queue Points Podcast, hosts Jay Ray and DJ Sir Daniel discuss Beyoncé's 'Cowboy Carter' album,... more
In this episode of Queue Points, hosts DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray embark on an in-depth discussion and ranking... more
DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray dive into the rich tapestry of Black music history through the lens of the... more
On this episode of Queue Points podcast, hosts DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray discuss the misunderstanding and underappreciation of... more
On this episode DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray delve into the complex legacy of hip hop artist Khia. Despite... more
In this episode of Queue Points, DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray take a deep dive into the career and... more
Whitney Jones, founder of Atlanta-based event Slow Drag, is here to discuss her journey and the significance of slow jams... more
DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray welcome special guest, Mr. Al Pete, to discuss the impact of producer and rapper,... more
In this episode of Queue Points podcast, hosts DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray explore the importance of Broadway musicals... more
In this episode of the Queue Points Podcast, hosts DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray delve into the career and... more
DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray engage in a candid discussion about the harsh realities within the music industry, and... more
In this episode of Queue Points Podcast, hosts DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray discuss the life and musical legacy... more
Award-winning hip hop musician, podcaster, journalist and founder of Mister Peterson’s Neighborhood/The MPN Network, Mr. Al Pete has a dope... more
Jason Randall Smith aka Macedonia is one of the great audio selectors and musical scholars in podcasting. We are delighted... more
In this episode of Queue Points, DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray discuss the history and relevance of Black Christmas... more
We are proud to welcome our friends They Reminisce Over You to the Queue Points feed! Miguel and Christina have... more
In this episode of Queue Points, DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray discuss the 1997 film and soundtrack "Soul Food".... more
On this episode, recorded live at JB’s Record Lounge, we explore the intertwining threads of music, family, and generational connections.... more
From Stax Records to 'Shaft', dive into the music & influence of soul icon Isaac Hayes. As the needle drops... more
Dive into the soulful world of Teddy Pendergrass with DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray in this episode of Queue... more
On #InternationalPodcastDay (September 30th), Queue Points hosted our first live event at Fit360, 700 Miami Circle, NE in the Buckhead-area... more
Join hosts DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray as they welcome special guest Jason Randall Smith, host of the Radio... more
In this episode, DJ Sir Daniel is joined by multi-hyphenate artist Ke Turner. Ke takes us on a journey through... more
On this episode of Queue Points, we dive into the Foreign Exchange's album Leave It All Behind as it celebrates... more
We have often discussed the importance of hip hop as a dominant cultural force worldwide. Today, we're tackling the question:... more
On this hot topic episode, we discuss the recent announcement by the head of the Grammy Committee about AI in... more
Navigating critical judgment and personal trials to releasing a soul-stirring album, Foxy Brown's journey is full of highs and lows,... more
There was a rumble coming out of the UK in the early-1990s. With the heavy influence of hip-hop came new... more
The US and the UK have always talked to each other through our music - inspiring one another to create... more
There isn’t a time when the resilience of Black women hasn’t been a source of inspiration. The resonance in the... more
In the lexicon of great rap voices - Snoop Dogg absolutely stands as one of a kind. From his beginning... more
Black bodies have always been used to sell products. Fast food has embedded ourselves into our memories - the smells,... more
On this episode of Queue points, in our ongoing #HipHop50 series, we spotlight the influential Idol Makers crew and the... more
In this bonus clip, guest Donovan X. Ramsey, reads from his book "When Crack Was King: A People’s History of... more
On this episode of Queue Points, we delve into the book, "When Crack Was King: A People's History of a... more
As part of our year-long #HipHop50 celebration, and to close out #BlackMusicMonth, Queue Points is going down memory lane to... more
We’re back after a week off! In this thought-provoking podcast episode, we delve into a significant issue: the scarcity of... more
“She was Cinderella for Christ’s sake!” - DJ Sir Daniel Join us on a journey as we delve into the... more
Venture into the heart of music history as we explore 'Love to Love You, Donna Summer', the poignant documentary co-directed... more
Tina Turner is a legend of the highest order. That term is thrown around a lot, but Ms. Turner has... more
Black queer women are leading the way in 2023 by both releasing new and compelling music and visuals, and also... more
Can you all believe it? We certainly can’t! It’s been two years since we started Queue Points and 100 official... more
It’s been a while since we’ve done a weekly round up show, and here’s one for you! A lot has... more
We hear it all the time - “is (insert artist here) the next Michael Jackson?,” “I wish we had... more
On June 13, 1988, Guy’s eponymous debut album was released, and solidified a shift in the sound of contemporary R&B... more
The term blue-eyed Soul was coined in the mid-1960s, and referenced white artists that performed Soul and R&B music. The... more
April 5, 2023 marked the 50th birthday of musical phenom Pharrell Williams. Whether producing on his own or as part... more
If you’ve been around Queue Points for a while, you know that we’ve often had discussions about Rock & Roll,... more
The musical essence of Jimi Hendrix inspired the music for the play "The Boy Who Kissed the Sky." The play... more
On this episode of Queue Points, the hosts discuss the hit show "Swarm" and extreme fan culture. They reflect on... more
Queue Points, like so many in our audience, grew up on radio. Black women on the air has been part... more
Did you know that DJ Sir Daniel has a history in radio? Well, he absolutely does, as he spent many... more
Planes, trains (maybe not trains) and automobiles, DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray hit the road to be present for... more
It’s #WomensHistoryMonth, and we’re kicking off the month with a discussion about producer, composer, multi-instrumentalist and singer Patrice Rushen. At... more
So hosts DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray have never asked one another questions about music on this show, and... more
On this episode of Queue Points On The Radar, DJ Sir Daniel sits down with Big Trouble, Fait and Essence... more
Thirty years ago, on February 16, 1993, Flavor Unit, Queen Latifah and Shakim Compere’s musical crew dropped their inaugural... more
In the 1980s, Spike Lee showed young Black folks like DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray what was possible for... more
YEAAAAHHHHHHH BOYEEEEEEEEE! Public Enemy’s sophomore record It Takes A Nation of Millions To Hold Us Back was a line in... more
Thanks to Carnegie Hall for sponsoring this episode. Carnegie Hall presents Samora Pinderhughes and Friends: The Healing Project on February... more
During our last episode we discussed the introduction of MC Skat Kat during Paula Abdul’s “Opposite’s Attract.” The inclusion of... more
On our first episode in our year-long #1988Series, we are discussing the legacy of Paula Abdul’s music debut Forever Your... more
One hallmark of the 1990s was the, still flourishing and profitable, girl group. On episode #5, back in 2021, we... more
We are back for 2023! Kicking off our first show of the year is us remembering the enormous impact and... more
It’s the holiday season, and Queue Points is excited to discuss the season, and some of the fun music related... more
This World AIDS Day, DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray are dedicating the show to the music that helped educate... more
Well folks, it’s Thanksgiving, and a time when many folks are reflecting on their life over the last year, and... more
If you checked out our last show, you heard an intense conversation on the current state of hip hop. This... more
The murder of Takeoff has shaken the world as a whole, and like many times on Queue Points, we’re asking... more
Queue Points is back, and we’re live, and it’s time for you to vote! Because it’s voting season in the... more
Thanks to Carnegie Hall for sponsoring a portion of this episode. Carnegie Hall presents Rhiannon Giddens: Songs of Our Native... more
Thanks to Carnegie Hall for sponsoring a portion of this episode. Carnegie Hall presents Rhiannon Giddens: Songs of Our Native... more
Thanks to Carnegie Hall for sponsoring a portion of this episode. Carnegie Hall presents Rhiannon Giddens: Songs of Our Native... more
Thanks to Carnegie Hall for sponsoring a portion of this episode. Carnegie Hall presents Rhiannon Giddens: Songs of Our Native... more
The murder of Takeoff has shaken the world as a whole, and like many times on Queue Points, we’re asking the question... more