Episode 122

Isaac Hayes: Channeling Black Pride and Masculinity Through Tender and Soulful Music

From Stax Records to 'Shaft', dive into the music & influence of soul icon Isaac Hayes. As the needle drops on the conversation about Isaac Hayes, we are reminded of his profound contributions to music; he was a craftsman of the soul sound. His songwriting prowess birthed anthems like "Soul Man" and "Hold On, I'm Comin" that still resonate today. His album "Hot Buttered Soul" broke molds with its extended cuts and lush arrangements, introducing a new era of musical storytelling. Isaac Hayes' voice was one that carried the weight of the South, dripping with the intensity of the civil rights era and the heat of southern summers.

Explore Isaac Hayes' legacy on this episode of Queue Points with DJ Sir Daniel & Jay Ray. 

#IsaacHayes #SoulMusicLegacy #BlackMusicHistory #blackpodcasters #videopodcast #musicpodcast

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DJ Sir Daniel

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.

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Jay Ray

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.