Episode 157

From Patti LaBelle To Lil' Kim How Cyndi Lauper and 'Time After Time' Connected with Black Audiences

Published on: 17th September, 2024

In this episode of Queue Points podcast, DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray explore the impact of Cyndi Lauper's music on Black audiences, specifically focusing on her iconic track 'Time After Time'. They discuss Cyndi's career journey, her colorful persona, and her collaborations with Black music legends like Patti LaBelle and Lil' Kim. The episode dives into the cultural significance and emotional resonance of 'Time After Time' and how it became a beloved anthem with all audiences, including in Black culture. Tune in to learn more about Cyndi Lauper's connection to Black music history and the stories behind her timeless hit.

Topics: #QueuePointsPodcast, #CyndiLauper, #BlackMusicHistory, #LilKim, #PattiLaBelle, #BlackMusic, #BlackPodcasters

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Queue Points
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. Visit https://queuepoints.com to learn more.

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DJ Sir Daniel

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DJ Sir Daniel is a DJ/Selector and part of Atlanta's, all-vinyl crew, Wax Fundamentals. Co-host of the Queue Points podcast, he is an advocate for DJ culture and is passionate about creating atmospheres of inclusivity and jubilation from a Black perspective.

Jay Ray

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Johnnie Ray Kornegay III (Jay Ray) is a podcast consultant and co-host and producer of Queue Points, the Ambie Award-nominated podcast that drops the needle on Black music history. In addition to his duties at Queue Points, he is the Deputy Director of Strategy and Impact for CNP (Counter Narrative Project). A photographer, creative consultant and social commentator, Jay Ray's work is centered around a commitment to telling full and honest stories about communities often ignored.