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Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot dissect De La Soul's iconic debut 3 Feet High and Rising. They discuss the innovative sampling and rapping style, as well as the legal troubles that plagued the record for decades. They also pay tribute to the late De La Soul rapper Trugoy the Dove and hear from some listeners.   Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops   Featured Songs: De La Soul, "Me Myself and I," 3 Feet High And Rising, Tommy Boy, 1989The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Capitol, 1967De La Soul, "Plug Tunin'," Plug Tunin' / Freedom Of Speak (Single), Tommy Boy, 1988De La Soul, "Tread Water," 3 Feet High And Rising, Tommy Boy, 1989De La Soul, "Intro," 4 Feet High And Rising, Tommy Boy, 1989Joe Bataan, "Rap-O Clap-O," Rap-O Clap-O (Single), Salsoul, 1979Eric B. & Rakim, "Eric B. Is President," Paid in Full, 4th & Broadway, 1987James Brown, "Funky President (People It's Bad)," Reality, Polydor, 1974Stetsasonic, "Sally," In Full Gear, Tommy Boy, 1988De La Soul, "Plug Tunin (Last Chance To Comprehend)," 3 Feet High And Rising, Tommy Boy, 1989Johnny Cash, "Five Feet High and Rising," Songs of Our Soil, Columbia, 1959The Invitations, "Written on the Wall," Hallelujah (Single), DynoVoice, 1965De La Soul, "Potholes In My Lawn," 3 Feet High And Rising, Tommy Boy, 1989Bob Dorough, "Three Is a Magic Number," Schoolhouse Rock! Rocks, Lava, 1996De La Soul, "The Magic Number," 3 Feet High And Rising, Tommy Boy, 1989De La Soul, "Jenifa Taught Me (Derwin's Revenge)," 3 Feet High And Rising, Tommy Boy, 1989De La Soul, "Say No Go," 3 Feet High And Rising, Tommy Boy, 1989Funkadelic, "Not Just Knee Deep," Uncle Jam Wants You, Casablanca, 1979Ohio Players, "Funky Worm," Funky Worm (Single), Westbound, 1972Edwin Birdsong, "Rapper Dapper Snapper," Funktaztik, Salsoul, 1981Loose Ends, "Gonna Make You Mine," Zagora, MCA, 1986Doug E. Fresh, "The Original Human Beatbox," The Original Human Beatbox (12" Single), Vintertainment, 1984The Turtles, "You Showed Me," You Showed Me (Single), White Whale, 1966The Mothers of Invention, "Louie Louie (Live At the Royal Albert Hall In London)," Uncle Meat, Reprise, 1969Buddy Guy, "First Time I Met the Blues," I Got My Eyes On You (Single), Chess, 1960Gilbert O'Sullivan, "Alone Again (Naturally)," Alone Again (Naturally) (Single), MAM, 1972Biz Markie, "Alone Again ," I Need A Haircut, Cold Chillin', 1991De La Soul, "Buddy," 3 Feet High And Rising, Tommy Boy, 1989Nico Segal & The Social Experiment, "Windows," Windows, (self-released), 2015Common, "I Am Music," Electric Circus, MCA, 2002Frank Ocean, "Sweet Life," Channel ORANGE, Island Def Jam Music, 2012Puff Daddy & Faith Evans, "I'll Be Missing You (feat. 112)," Tribute to the Notorious B.I.G. - EP, Bad Boy, 1989A Tribe Called Quest, "Electric Relaxation," Midnight Marauders, Jive, 1993Jungle Brothers, "Because I Got It Like That," Straight Out the Jungle, Warlock, 1988Black Star, "Brown Skin Lady," Mos Def and Talib Kweli Are Black Star, Rawkus, 1999Lupe Fiasco, "Kick Push," Lupe Fiasco's Food & Liquor, Atlantic, 2006Kanye West, "Spaceship," The College Dropout, Roc-A-Fella, 2004Murs, "The Pain," Murs 3:16: The 9th Edition, Definitive Jux, 2004Lady Gaga, "Paparazzi," The Fame, Interscope, 2008Richard Buckner, "Lil Wallet Picture," Devotion + Doubt, MCA, 1997The Speedies, "Let Me Take Your Photo," Let Me Take Your Photo (Single), Golden Disc, 1979The Cure, "Pictures of You," Disintegration, Fiction, 1989boygenius, "Not Strong Enough," the record, Interscope, 2023  Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Een fossiel gevonden door paleontologen van Virginia Tech zorgt ervoor dat onze kennis over het verleden weer op de schop moet.   Het gaat om een fossiel van een wormsalamander: een amfibie, zonder ledematen. De diertjes hebben een gladde huid met ringen, zoals een regenworm, maar daaronder verstopt zitten schubben. Qua grootte is er enorm veel variatie. Een kleintje is zo'n 9 centimeter, maar een grote kan wel 1,5 meter lang worden. In hun bek hebben ze een dubbele rij kleine scherpe tandjes waarmee ze hun prooi vast kunnen pakken.   Nou zijn fossielen van het diertje enorm zeldzaam. Er waren er tot nu nog maar 10 bekend, waarvan de oudste 183 miljoen jaar was. Nu hebben onderzoekers echter een fossiel gevonden uit het Trias: een periode in de geologische tijdschaal van ongeveer 250 tot 200 miljoen jaar geleden. De wormsalamander die ze vonden was om preciezer te zijn 220 miljoen jaar oud en daarmee laten ze zien dat het diertje 35 miljoen jaar eerder al geleefd moet hebben dan tot nu toe werd gedacht.   De vondst werd in 2019 gedaan in het Petrified Forest National Park in Arizona, een gebied waarvan we inmiddels weten dat er heel veel fossielen te vinden zijn. De kleine wormsalamander, die door de onderzoeker die hem vond Funcus-vermis is genoemd - of terwijl: Funky Worm naar een nummer van de Ohio Players - doet aardig wat stof opwaaien.   Er was veel onduidelijkheid over deze periode in de evolutie, wat al jaren zorgt voor discussies over wormsalamanders en hun link met latere familieleden als kikkers en salamanders. Er bestaan ook nu nog steeds wormsalamanders, maar die zijn inmiddels helemaal aangepast aan een ondergronds leven. Hun funky voorouder leek qua skelet veel meer op vroege kikkers en salamanders. En zo hebben we weer een stukje van de puzzel van de evolutie van het leven op aarde gevonden. Lees meer over het onderzoek: New geosciences study shows Triassic fossils that reveal origins of living amphibians.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Travis takes a fundraising detour to solve either a paranormal crisis or a health crisis- he's really not sure which... The theme is "Post Party Depression" by Days n Daze. Midtown Mythos is a Stars & Void Production. If you enjoy the show, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts. We can be found on Facebook and Twitter @MidtownMythos. Email us at midtownmailbag@gmail.com! Our Patreon is https://www.patreon.com/starsandvoid. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/midtownmythos/message

** PLEASE SUBSCRIBE ** Brought to you by FUNKNSTUFF.NET and hosted by Scott "DR GX" Goldfine — musicologist and author of “Everything Is on THE ONE: The First Guide of Funk” ― “TRUTH IN RHYTHM” is the interview show that gets DEEP into the pocket with contemporary music’s foremost masters of the groove. New! Become a TRUTH IN RHYTHM Member at https://www.patreon/truthinrhythm. Featured in TIR Episode 186, Part 2 of 2: Guitarist, singer, composer and producer Clarence “Chet” Willis, he of one of the greatest funk-soul bands of all time -- the mighty Ohio Players! Beginning in 1975 he became a mainstay with the group, trading guitar licks with the legendary Leroy “Sugarfoot” Bonner and joining keyboardist Billy Beck and drummer James “Diamond” Williams, both of whom have also been TRUTH IN RHYTHM guests, on backing vocals. Willis, Beck and Williams later formed the spinoff band called Shadow, and all of them more recently have been performing as today’s version of the Ohio Players. While The Ohio Players’ roots stretch back to the late 1950s, it wasn’t until “Funky Worm” hit No. 1 on the R&B chart in early 1973 that the group got a taste of major success. They would go on to notch four more chart-toppers, with two of those songs also making No. 1 on the pop chart. A move to Mercury Records saw the band refining its sound to the signature millions would love. It was marked by stronger songwriting and pristine production, inventive arrangements, the distinctive lead vocals of highly influential, one-of-a-kind talent Sugarfoot, as well as his nimble guitar playing, the falsetto background singing of Diamond and Beck, as well as the latter’s brilliant keyboard work and, of course, the former’s progressive and impeccable drumming.  Beck replaced enigmatic genius Walter “Junie” Morrison, who would go on to release eclectic solo albums and become a key contributor to Parliament-Funkadelic during the late 1970s. Add to that intoxicating aural mix, Marshall Jones’ rumbling bass, and horn players Ralph “Pee Wee” Middlebrooks, Marvin “Merv” Pierce and bandleader Clarence “Satch” Satchell, and last but not least Willis' guitar work and vocals, and you have the unmistakable magical funk perfection that was mid-1970s Ohio Players. Essential to their indelible sound and consistency was how self-contained of a unit they were, writing, arranging, producing and performing everything themselves. As if all that was not enough of a seduction, The Ohio Players were also famous for their sexy and provocative album covers showing young ladies in various stages of undress.  The Ohio Players’ creative and commercial peak took place from 1974-1977 when they unleashed the gold- or platinum-selling albums Skin Tight, Fire, Honey, Contradiction and Angel. During that time they were considered the biggest or close to the biggest funk or R&B band in the world -- rivaled only by the likes of Earth, Wind and Fire, Parliament-Funkadelic, WAR, Kool & the Gang, The Isley Brothers and The Commodores. The Ohio Players’ hits and classics include “Skin Tight,” “Jive Turkey,” “Heaven Must Be Like This,” “Fire,” “I Want to Be Free,” “Runnin’ From the Devil,” “Smoke,” “Love Rollercoaster,” “Fopp,” “Let’s Love,” “Sweet Sticky Thing,” “Who’d She Coo?”, “Far East Mississippi,” “Contradiction,” “Angel,” “Body Vibes,” “O-H-I-O,” “Merry Go Round,” “Funk-O-Nots” and “Take De Funk Off, Fly.”  While Sugar continued to record under the Ohio Players name in the 1980s, Diamond, Beck and Willis splintered off to form Shadow. They released three albums for Elektra Records between 1979-1981. The last one, Shadows in the Streets, is worth seeking out for slick funk cuts like “Born to Hustle” and “Sinister Way.” The trio reunited with Sugar for an Ohio Players comeback album called Back in 1988. That would be the group’s final studio album to date, but varying lineups would keep bringing the Players’ unique brand of funk to stages for performances that continue to this day, led by Diamond, Willis and Beck.   Here, Willis discusses his approach to guitar, the secret sauce that made The Ohio Players so special, unforgettable memories, band member talents and personalities, the group’s catchy new single, “Reset,” and impending album, and stage show.  RECORDED JANUARY 2021 LEGAL NOTICE: All video and audio content is protected by copyright. Any use of this material is strictly prohibited without expressed consent from original content producer and owner Scott Goldfine, dba FUNKNSTUFF. For inquiries, email info@funknstuff.net. TRUTH IN RHYTHM is a registered U.S. Trademark (Serial #88540281). Get your copy of "Everything Is on the One: The First Guide of Funk" today! https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1541256603/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=1541256603&linkCode=as2&tag=funknstuff-20&linkId=b6c7558ddc7f8fc9fe440c5d9f3c400

** PLEASE SUBSCRIBE ** Brought to you by FUNKNSTUFF.NET and hosted by Scott "DR GX" Goldfine — musicologist and author of “Everything Is on THE ONE: The First Guide of Funk” ― “TRUTH IN RHYTHM” is the interview show that gets DEEP into the pocket with contemporary music’s foremost masters of the groove. New! Become a TRUTH IN RHYTHM Member at https://www.patreon/truthinrhythm. Featured in TIR Episode 186, Part 1 of 2: Guitarist, singer, composer and producer Clarence “Chet” Willis, he of one of the greatest funk-soul bands of all time -- the mighty Ohio Players! Beginning in 1975 he became a mainstay with the group, trading guitar licks with the legendary Leroy “Sugarfoot” Bonner and joining keyboardist Billy Beck and drummer James “Diamond” Williams, both of whom have also been TRUTH IN RHYTHM guests, on backing vocals. Willis, Beck and Williams later formed the spinoff band called Shadow, and all of them more recently have been performing as today’s version of the Ohio Players. While The Ohio Players’ roots stretch back to the late 1950s, it wasn’t until “Funky Worm” hit No. 1 on the R&B chart in early 1973 that the group got a taste of major success. They would go on to notch four more chart-toppers, with two of those songs also making No. 1 on the pop chart. A move to Mercury Records saw the band refining its sound to the signature millions would love. It was marked by stronger songwriting and pristine production, inventive arrangements, the distinctive lead vocals of highly influential, one-of-a-kind talent Sugarfoot, as well as his nimble guitar playing, the falsetto background singing of Diamond and Beck, as well as the latter’s brilliant keyboard work and, of course, the former’s progressive and impeccable drumming.  Beck replaced enigmatic genius Walter “Junie” Morrison, who would go on to release eclectic solo albums and become a key contributor to Parliament-Funkadelic during the late 1970s. Add to that intoxicating aural mix, Marshall Jones’ rumbling bass, and horn players Ralph “Pee Wee” Middlebrooks, Marvin “Merv” Pierce and bandleader Clarence “Satch” Satchell, and last but not least Willis' guitar work and vocals, and you have the unmistakable magical funk perfection that was mid-1970s Ohio Players. Essential to their indelible sound and consistency was how self-contained of a unit they were, writing, arranging, producing and performing everything themselves. As if all that was not enough of a seduction, The Ohio Players were also famous for their sexy and provocative album covers showing young ladies in various stages of undress.  The Ohio Players’ creative and commercial peak took place from 1974-1977 when they unleashed the gold- or platinum-selling albums Skin Tight, Fire, Honey, Contradiction and Angel. During that time they were considered the biggest or close to the biggest funk or R&B band in the world -- rivaled only by the likes of Earth, Wind and Fire, Parliament-Funkadelic, WAR, Kool & the Gang, The Isley Brothers and The Commodores. The Ohio Players’ hits and classics include “Skin Tight,” “Jive Turkey,” “Heaven Must Be Like This,” “Fire,” “I Want to Be Free,” “Runnin’ From the Devil,” “Smoke,” “Love Rollercoaster,” “Fopp,” “Let’s Love,” “Sweet Sticky Thing,” “Who’d She Coo?”, “Far East Mississippi,” “Contradiction,” “Angel,” “Body Vibes,” “O-H-I-O,” “Merry Go Round,” “Funk-O-Nots” and “Take De Funk Off, Fly.”  While Sugar continued to record under the Ohio Players name in the 1980s, Diamond, Beck and Willis splintered off to form Shadow. They released three albums for Elektra Records between 1979-1981. The last one, Shadows in the Streets, is worth seeking out for slick funk cuts like “Born to Hustle” and “Sinister Way.” The trio reunited with Sugar for an Ohio Players comeback album called Back in 1988. That would be the group’s final studio album to date, but varying lineups would keep bringing the Players’ unique brand of funk to stages for performances that continue to this day, led by Diamond, Willis and Beck.   Here, Willis discusses his approach to guitar, the secret sauce that made The Ohio Players so special, unforgettable memories, band member talents and personalities, the group’s catchy new single, “Reset,” and impending album, and stage show.  RECORDED JANUARY 2021 LEGAL NOTICE: All video and audio content is protected by copyright. Any use of this material is strictly prohibited without expressed consent from original content producer and owner Scott Goldfine, dba FUNKNSTUFF. For inquiries, email info@funknstuff.net. TRUTH IN RHYTHM is a registered U.S. Trademark (Serial #88540281). Get your copy of "Everything Is on the One: The First Guide of Funk" today! https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1541256603/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=1541256603&linkCode=as2&tag=funknstuff-20&linkId=b6c7558ddc7f8fc9fe440c5d9f3c400

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Radio Nova revisite ses propres classiques : les raretés de tous bords qui rythment notre antenne, de la soul-funk au hip-hop en passant par les musiques afro-latines et la pop. Aujourd'hui : « Funky Worm » des Ohio Players. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Welcome back to Teen Queens, the podcast about teen movies where we reminisce about youth via the medium of teen films. We get to the bottom of the most pressing matter at hand - how easy is it to 'do' the Funky Worm!? I'm joined by podcaster and filmmaker Jason Read to discuss the breakdance / hip-hop teen movie classic, Breakin' 2: Electric Boogaloo. Special thanks to Jason! Let us know what you through via (all) socials - @teenqueenspod | Anna tweets - @littlewolf85 | Email - teenqueenspod@gmail.com |  Jason’s Twitter: @jasemonkey | 'While I Was Resting': http://whileiwasresting.buzzsprout.com | If you’re musically inclined: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkmBErDchCuukxPHQEnaQQw | Jason and choir's charity video for Women’s Aid: https://www.londoncityvoices.co.uk/were-supporting-womens-aid-with-this-fab-video-will-you/ Logo by Jez Fischer of That Product Studio (https://www.thatproductstudio.com/) Please help us out and get the pod out there by rating, reviewing and subscribing.

Definition of Paragon. Designer. Artist. Supersize. Funky Worm. Fire. Rollercoaster. Brazilian bottom. Italian bottom. Game play. Tongue talk. The Wiggler. Dave is published. Paragon highlights. Flipper shots. Pinball buys? Playfield reproduction. Allentown. Kentucky Derby. Bonus Feature. Quarantopia.

Sunday afternoon's two hour wander through an eclectic mix of soul, funk, ska and blues we like to call Groovy Soul. This week we open with a celebration of Bond, shine the spotlight on Jerry Ragovoy and meet the Funky Worm along with the usual three Northern Soul stonkers plus tunes from Maceo, The Paramounts, Scott Walker, Calvin Scott and Cher. Do your Christmas wrapping to nothing else!Catch Andy Davies' Groovy Soul every Sunday 1 - 3 PM EST / 6 - 8 PM GMT.For a complete track listing, visit: https://thefaceradio.comTwitter: @groovysouldjEmail: groovysoul@thefaceradio.com Support The Face Radio with Patreon See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In our first mini episode we tell the tale of a funky little worm that changed Hip Hop forever. Accompanying playlist for this episode: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/15n1eG0C9qCfbDl59gjOMM?si=t2rWdd6URqSI4NgFFSfi6Q

Tracklist: Parliament "Let's Play House" The Whole Darn Family "Seven Minutes of Funk" Sylvia Striplin "You Can't Turn Me Away" Freddie Scott "You Got What I Need" The Charmels "As Long As I've Got You" The Heath Brothers "Smilin' Billy Suite Pt. II" James Brown "Funky Drummer" Leon Haywood "I Want'a Do Something Freaky To You" Ohio Players "Funky Worm" Isaac Hayes "A Few More Kisses To Go" Tarika Blue "Dreamflower" The Cyrkle "The Visit" Tom Scott & The California Dreamers "Today" Stan Getz feat. Luiz Bonfa "Saudade Vem Correndo" Labi Siffre "My Song" Esther Phillips "That's Alright With Me"

In this episode, we have our good friend Flan Falacci on the show to talk about their hot new project, Dreams for your Computer. Jimi was out of town this week so it's just Nick and Flan, flappin lips about Skeal, Breath of the Wild, and just a little bit of Smash Brothers 4. (flan wants you to fight them).Big thanks to our TWO sponsors this week: Ad Reels Givin' Ad Reels, and Luxury Tea Woven by Spiders.Music: ¿cual campo? by Hernán Samá & Marcelo von Schultz; Funky Worm by The Ohio Players. li.li1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 14.0px 'Proxima Nova'} ul.ul1 {list-style-type: square}

In this episode, we have our good friend Flan Falacci on the show to talk about their hot new project, Dreams for your Computer. Jimi was out of town this week so it's just Nick and Flan, flappin lips about Skeal, Breath of the Wild, and just a little bit of Smash Brothers 4. (flan wants you to fight them).Big thanks to our TWO sponsors this week: Ad Reels Givin' Ad Reels, and Luxury Tea Woven by Spiders.Music: ¿cual campo? by Hernán Samá & Marcelo von Schultz; Funky Worm by The Ohio Players. li.li1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 14.0px 'Proxima Nova'} ul.ul1 {list-style-type: square}

After a short break, the boys are back! Jimi has come back from the Game Developer's Conference as Dad, and Nick has come back from Disney as a glitch artist.  We talk in depth about making glitch art, the process of bending data in realreal neat ways. In the 2nd half, Nick tells us about that one time he took out a helicopter with a couple arrows in Far Cry 5, and how he got to know his pet cougar Peaches.Music - Space_MTV by Komoki, and Funky Worm, by the Ohio PlayersEmai us at makeplayradio@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter @makeplayradio.Follow Nick's glitch art on Instagram @nickfearsdolphins (he sells stickers and stuff!) p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 12.0px 'Helvetica Neue'; color: #454545}

After a short break, the boys are back! Jimi has come back from the Game Developer's Conference as Dad, and Nick has come back from Disney as a glitch artist.  We talk in depth about making glitch art, the process of bending data in realreal neat ways. In the 2nd half, Nick tells us about that one time he took out a helicopter with a couple arrows in Far Cry 5, and how he got to know his pet cougar Peaches.Music - Space_MTV by Komoki, and Funky Worm, by the Ohio PlayersEmai us at makeplayradio@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter @makeplayradio.Follow Nick's glitch art on Instagram @nickfearsdolphins (he sells stickers and stuff!) p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 12.0px 'Helvetica Neue'; color: #454545}

The Ohio Players came into musical prominence in the 1970's as pioneers of street funk and underground R&B. After signing with Mercury Records in 1974 they landed three consecutive platinum albums “Skin Tight, “Fire”, and “Honey”. Two number one singles on the billboard pop charts “Fire” and “Love Rollercoaster” and five number one R&B singles “Funky Worm”,”Fire”,”Sweet Sticky Thing”, “Love Rollercoaster,” and “Who'd She Coo”. The Players traveled the world, produced more than a dozen albums and received 14 gold and platinum awards for their labors. They also appeared on all the late night shows from Dick Clark to David Letterman.    The band is keeping it funky with 10 members, 4 of which are original Players. James “Diamond” Williams (Drums), Billy Beck (Keyboard), Clarence Willis (Lead Guitar) and Robert Kuumba,(Percussion). Recently, they appeared n Louisville Ky. Fourth of July with a crowd of over 40,000 people in Washington D.C. at the Carter Barron, several Casinos, and the Indianapolis 500 with over 300,000 in attendance.  The Ohio Players use real instrumentation and no computers .

GREAT MIX Playlist: Pool-Pah "Sour Soul" Wiz Khalifa + Big Sean "Off To The Races" Twin Sister "Meet The Frownies" Kendrick Lamar "The Recipe" Jon Brion "Phone Call" Jay Electronica "Eternal Sunshine" Imogen Heap "Blanket" Diz Gibran "City Lights" Lonnie Liston Smith "Bridge Through Time" J*Davey + Blu "iFeel" Herbie Hancock "Textures" Sa-Ra Creative PArtners "Hey Love" Liquid Crystal Project "A Tribute to Tribe" Oddisee "Mattered Much" Angela Bofill "Gotta Make It Up To" John Legend "Magnificent" Sade - War Of The Hearts Droop-E + E-40 "I'm Loaded" Curtis Mayfield "Give Me Your Love" Belvi + Richard Wright "Stepping Out" Freddie Joachim " Interlude for J Dilla" J. Bizness "Dionne" Astrud Gilberto "Who Can I Turn To?" Q-Tip + Will.I.Am "Like That" Loose Ends " Nights Of Pleasure" Suga Free "Doe Doe & A Skunk" Major Harris "Love Won't Let Me Wait" Pac Div "Take Me High" Ohio Players "Funky Worm" Nipsey Hussle "LA Confidential"

 "LEGENDARY BILLY BECK OF THE OHIO PLAYERS & ZAPP  DEBUT NEW MUSIC Billy Beck ~ Keyboard Artist and writer-producer of many of the hits of Award-Winning R & B group The Ohio Players, Songstress Shirley Murdock and the late Roger Troutman.He has wrote several hit songs "Skin Tight," 'Honey " & ' Who"d She Coo " ."Funky Worm," "Heaven" and even a number Beck produced for Roger Trautman, "Heartbreak" featuring Ray Brooks on 'Talk Box' ." I can make you Dance " As we Lay" For Songstress Shirley Murdock. ( BILLY BECK IS THE WINNER OF 5 GOLD ALBUMS 4 PLATINUM ALBUMS, 3 GOLD SINGLES, & 2 GRAMMY'S