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It was good to be back in studio 1 for this week's edition of The Soul Damn ‘Phisticated! Radio Show, where I spotlightede Jocelyn Brown for the last time, plus had music from Raquel Rodriguez, Opaz Feat. Ray Hayden, London Communitity Gospel Choir, Down To The Bone, James Brown, The O'Jays and much more besides . . . Stop on by and hear what you've been missing . . . Welcome To The Soul Show Let Me Remind You - Raquel Rodriguez & Sam BrawnerAll I Want Is You - October London & Boney JamesTo Be Loved - OPAZ Featuring Ray HaydenNobody But You - Chris Baxter Remix - Lukas SettoKeep Steppin' (Uptight Remix) - Omar Feat. Leena ConquestLoving You (Terry Hunter Main) - Terisa GriffinRather Be (Ayce Remix) - LCGC feat. Annette BowenThe Flow (Mr Gone's Samba Do Sueco Mix) - Down To The Bone992 Arguments - The O'JaysDon't Sweat The Technique - Eric B. & RakimFunky President (People It's Bad) - James BrownBlow Your Mind - JamiroquaiWe Are One - Wise OwlMoment of My Life -Inner Life & Jocelyn BrownNo Way (Special Bob Blank 7" Edit) - Inner Life & Jocelyn BrownIt's You - Jocelyn BrownFind Someone To Love - Jocelyn BrownHolding You Remix (Extended Mix) - Zoe KypriLose My Mind feat. Raheem DeVaugn & Jadakiss - K'JonJust Be My Love - FatbackShare Your Love - Shaila ProspereStrobelite Honey - Black SheepBrooklyn Queens - 3rd BassThe Ghetto - Donny HathawayPlease Be Good - PJ MortonHold Me (Feat. Tone & Kobe Bryant) (Trackmasters Remix Edit) - Brian McKnightThank You Thank You - Roy Ayers#dejavufm #souldamnphisticated #thesouldamnphisticatedradioshow #soulfulsunday #streamhowulike #streamwhereyalike #hearwhatyouvebeenmissing #soulfulsundaytrilogy

After a few pre-recorded shows, I was back in my favourite Sunday morning haunt, Studio 1 @ dejavu FM for this week's edition of The Soul Damn 'Phisticated! Radio Show. I played  music by Zoe Kypri, Phil Hurtt, October London, Ben Westbeech, Opaz Feat. Ray Hayden, Raquel Rodriguez as well as 4 from my featured artist for the month, Jocelyn Brown. Welcome To The Soul ShowThere's A Time For Everything - Personal LifeHave Love, Will Travel - Sister SledgeReal Love (feat. Rick Ross) - Anthony HamiltonHolding You Remix (Extended Mix) - Zoe KypriBody - The Foreign ExchangeKool Funk (Chris Bangs Extended Remix) - Super dbI Like (The Way U Make Me Feel) - Light Of The WorldFool 4 Your Love (Afro-Soul Mix) - IAMDJDRAKE & TreDaPhenomMe, myself and I (Radio Edit) - MARLEYI Knew That Love - Eighties LadiesGive It Back - Phil HurttRain (WheelUP Remix) - Alice RussellSo Good Today (Yoruba Suite Mix) - Ben WestbeechSomeone Elses Dream - Compton Feat. Kafekle & ElikiShe Got Soul  - Jamestown Feat. Jocelyn Brown. I Wish You Would - Jocelyn BrownAlways There (David Morales Remix) - Incognito Feat. Jocelyn BrownIf You're Gonna Love Me - Inner Life & Jocelyn BrownHousewife - Raquel RodriguezLose My Mind feat. Raheem DeVaugn & Jadakiss - K'JonHappy Me - KleeerLove No Longer Has a Hold On Me - Johnny BristolIt's So Nice (KZO Mix) - Cornell C.C. CarterMake It Alright (Feat. Laura Jackson) - BB SoulJust Wanna Feel You Feat. Martine Girault - OPAZ Featuring Ray HaydenA Beautiful Woman - October LondonWhat Happened to Us - Ellis AaronAll You Had To Say - Blu CantrellDance With You  - Chris Baxter Remix - Otis KaneThank You Thank You - Roy Ayers

With this week's show, I've hit a milestone of 200 shows since I joined DejavuFm, the last 4 years certainly has flown by!I'll be keeping this months spotlight on The Fatback band and I'll have music from  Opaz Feat. Ray Hayden, Otis Kane, Change, Matt Covington, Durand Bernarr  and much more besides . . . Stop on by and hear what you've been missing . . . Welcome To The Soul Show Rollin' - Durand BernarrTake You Home - Danielle SeniorImitation Love - Dawn JosephLove Is On The One - XavierTonight (Clean Version) - MusclecarsIf You're In Need - Lenny WilliamsKeep the Fire Burning - Gwen McCraeIt's Hard (feat. Shea Soul & Light Particle) - Restless Soul Fun BandLove Ballad - Kenny Lattimore & Chanté MooreDance With You - Otis KaneHolding You - ZOE KypriBlack Balloon - Syleena JohnsonIn My Dreams - OPAZ Featuring Ray HaydenFor the Soul - Potatohead People & Moka OnlyKing Tim III - FatbackGotta Have You (Day By Day) - The Fatback BandSo Delicious - Fatback(Are You Ready) Do The Bus Stop -  The Fatback BandIn The Middle (Brown Mix) (feat. Pete Rock & C.L. Smooth) - Alexander O'NealYou're My Darling - Leon TimboYou Are My Melody - ChangeReal Love - Driza BoneWe Got One - Matt Covington Next Move - Jarrod Lawson, Raquel RodriguezHoney - Citrus SunBased On A True Story - Gavin HolliganTumbling - JazzyfatnasteesAnniversary - Lemar & Joss Stone

Greetings Beautiful People, hope that you've had a great week and Bank Holiday celebrations.I'm back for another 2 hours of Soul Damn 'Phistication, for the final time we'll have the spotlight on Stephanie Mills, I have music from Anita Baker, Opaz featuring Ray Hayden, Slave, Jazzanova, Zoe Kypri, Mary Jane Girls  and much more besides . . . Stop on by and hear what you've been missing . . . Welcome To The Soul Show (SDP Intro) - Radio JingleMystery - Anita BakerMoonchild - Rick JamesIn My Dreams - OPAZ Featuring Ray HaydenHeavy Vibes - VibraphonicTonight (Clean Version) - musclecarsElevation - 2fox & LavilleHold My Hand (feat. Darien Brockington, Muhsinah & Phonte) - Zo! & Tall Black GuyHOLDING YOU - ZOE KypriHoney - Citrus SunKeep On Movin - Stefan MahendraHey U - Chico DebargeMore Than A Fling - TyreseMy Girl - Musiq SoulchildFind A Way (Nine Yards-Jay Dee Remix) - Jay DeeTop Of My List (Album Version) - Stephanie MillsPut Your Body In It (Album Version) - Stephanie MillsFree - Stephanie MillsDeeper Inside Your Love (Album Version) - Stephanie MillsFlying High (Brazilian Mix) (Masters At Work) - Byron StingilySoon (A Touch Of Jazz Mix) - JazzanovaDo You Wanna Get Down - Jean NorrisOpen Your Heart - Bar-KaysWatching You - SlaveLet's Dance - PleasureNext Move - Jarrod Lawson, Raquel RodriguezVantablack - Lalah HathawayAll Night Long - Mary Jane GirlsThank You Thank You - Roy Ayers

Greetings beautiful people, I hope that you've all had a great week since you were ;last here. I'm back for another two hours of Soul Damn ‘Phistication, where I'll continue the spotlight on Stephanie Mills, I have music from The Gap Band, Opaz featuring Ray Hayden, Gregg Diamond, Angie Stone, Zoe Kypri, Ebi Soda, Jay Dee feat. D'Angelo and much more besides . . . Stop on by and hear what you've been missing. . .Welcome To The Soul Show (SDP Intro) - Radio JingleLove's Holiday - Earth, Wind & FireGet Over Here (Club Mix) - Rasmus FaberTell Me Feat. D' Angelo - Jay DeeKim K feat. BODUR - Ebi SodaHOLDING YOU - ZOE KypriIn My Dreams - OPAZ Featuring Ray HaydenNo, No, No Pt. 2 feat. Jonathan Mones - Sly5thAveHolding Back - Gregg DiamondI Thought It Was You - SunlightsquareCandidate for Love - T.S.  MonkWhen You Love Me Like That - Aretha FranklinYou Can Do It - William DeVaughnWalkOnBy (feat. Earl Sweatshirt & Rae Khalil) - NxWorriesNever Do You Wrong - Stephanie MillsTwo Hearts (feat. Teddy Pendergrass) - Stephanie MillsWhat Cha Gonna Do With My Lovin' - Stephanie MillsI Have Learned To Respect The Power Of Love (Edit) - Stephanie MillsThank You - SapphireDisrespect - The Gap BandBackup Plan - Angie StoneNo Limits - Compton Feat. LadybirdNext Move - Jarrod Lawson, Raquel RodriguezLove Will Find A Way - Lionel RichieWanna Get Down - Darrell Jones What About My Love? - Dámaris CarbaughRising To The Top - Blacknuss Allstars

Greetings beautiful people, I hope that you've all had a great week.  I'm back for another two hours of Soul Damn ‘Phistication where I'll continue the Spotlight on Stephanie Mills, I have music from The Gap Band, Opaz featuring Ray Hayden, Gregg Diamond, Angie Stone, Zoe Kypri, Ebi Soda, Jay Dee feat. D'Angelo and much more besides . . . Stop on by and hear what you've been missing . . . Welcome To The Soul Show (SDP Intro) - Radio JingleMy Music - Samuel Jonathan JohnsonJohnny Broadhead - Loose EndsSo In Love - Lalah HathawayJust Right - Ryan LeslieHOLDING YOU - ZOE KypriI Love You - Weldon IrvineTo Be Loved - OPAZ Featuring Ray HaydenThe Jones' [12'' Surgery mix] - The TemptationsI'll Go - Donell JonesDigah D Bump - Don-EThis Kind Of Lovin' - The WhispersStrung Out For Your Love - Four TopsWaiting for Your Love - Anna-Marie JohnsonFeel the Fire - Stephanie Mills(You're Puttin') A Rush On Me (Album Version) - Stephanie MillsWish That You Were Mine - Stephanie MillsKeep Away Girls - Stephanie MillsWhoa (RAYMONDs Tupac Mix) - Snoh AalegraComfortable - Em-Cee Ish! Remix - Em-CeeRight On - Clarence Wheeler And The EnforcersBlack Balloon - Syleena JohnsonThe Girl Is Fine (So Fine) - FatbackAfter the Dance Is Through - KrystolThere You Go - Edwin StarrNever Stop Loving Me - Curtis MayfieldCanto De Ossanha - Jurassic 5Falling Down (feat. Sarai Jazz) - PeaceyGood Feeling - Kelli SaeNext Move - Jarrod Lawson, Raquel Rodriguez

It's a new month so I have a new featured artist to reveal as well as  music from Opaz featuring Ray Hayden, Usher, Liv Warfield,  Mike City, Young Disciples and much more besides . . . Stop on by and hear what you've been missingWelcome To The Soul Show (SDP Intro) - Radio JingleWaiting - Liv WarfieldBy Now - MoonchildSunshine - Prime Directiv-Feat.SoniaGood Feeling - Kelli SaePlease Be Good - PJ MortonRuin - UsherWaiting for Your Love - Anna-Marie JohnsonIn My Dreams - OPAZ Featuring Ray HaydenRewind DJ [Clean] - Eslaam Jawaad feat. De La SoulCelebrate (feat. Crystal Nicole & Tedashii) - Montell JordanMove On - Young DisciplesLoving At First Sight (Vocal Mix) - Fouk feat. Debórah BondLive And Let Live - AurraDistractions - NxWorriesKeep On Movin - Stefan MahendraFor the Soul - Potatohead People & Moka OnlyTop Of My List (Album Version) - Stephanie MillsHow Come U Don't Call Me Anymore? - Stephanie MillsSomething In The Way (Extended Version) - Stephanie MillsYou Can't Run From My Love - Stephanie MillsI'll Make The Living (If You Make The Loving) - Gene ChandlerWait A While (feat. Farah Audhali & Amber Navran) - Blue Lab BeatsHoney - Citrus SunTonight (Clean Version) - musclecarsJoy (Hallelujah) Extended (Extended Version) - Marley Marl, Lady AlmaWhen I Luv ft. Faith Evans - Mike CityNext Move - Jarrod Lawson, Raquel RodriguezCome With Me - Tania MariaLA Nights - Yasuko AgawaThank You Thank You - Roy Ayers#dejavufm #souldamnphisticated #thesouldamnphisticatedradioshow #soulfulsunday #streamhowulike #streamwhereyalike #hearwhatyouvebeenmissing #soulfulsundaytrilogy

I'm back for another two hours of Soul Damn ‘Phistication, I'll continue my spotlight on  Kool & The Gang for the final week, I also have music from Opaz featuring Ray Hayden, Musclecars Terri Walker, Change and much more besides . . . Stop on by and hear what you've been missing . . . Welcome To The Soul Show (SDP Intro) - Radio JingleMoveOn - NxWorriesWhy We Speak (feat. Q-Tip & Esperanza Spalding) - Robert GlasperKim K feat. BODUR - Ebi SodaLose Twice - Terri WalkerEnd of The Line - Finn ReesNext Move - Jarrod Lawson, Raquel RodriguezIn My Dreams - OPAZ Featuring Ray HaydenSweet Summer Sunshine - Funky DLTonight (Clean Version) - musclecarsPedigree (Kaidi Tatham Remix) - Daz-I-Kue, Hadiya George & Kaidi TathamLoving At First Sight (Vocal Mix) - Fouk feat. Debórah BondElevation - 2fox & LavilleI Got You! Afro Remix - Don-E feat Carl McintoshPlease Be Good - PJ MortonTake Me Home - Sara DevineHolding On - Devon HowardCarribean Festival (Disco Version) - Kool & The GangI Like Music - Kool & The GangJungle Jazz - Kool & The GangEverything's Gonna Change - Kool & The GangHold Tight - ChangeThis Love Is for Real - Ron BanksBaby Be Mine - Michael JacksonFresh And Tender - Home FrangoI AM - Lalah HathawayHoney - Citrus SunBlack Balloon - Syleena JohnsonSame Beat (Part 1) - Fred Wesley & The J.B.'sLove No Limit (Puff Daddy Mix) - Mary J. BligeIt Really Doesn't Matter - Howard Johnson & Regis Branson#dejavufm #souldamnphisticated #thesouldamnphisticatedradioshow #soulfulsunday #streamhowulike #streamwhereyalike #hearwhatyouvebeenmissing #soulfulsundaytrilogy

I've said this before, and I'll say it again:AI isn't smart, it's fast.It can't "take" your job, especially if you're staying on top of things. Yes, there's a steep learning curve to using generative AI. But if we're honest, that curve is less about the technology and more about the fact that humans are just naturally obstinate creatures.To help drive this point home, we're on with Ray Hayden, Senior instructional designer at the Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM to its friends), who shares his thoughts on why it can be hard to learn something new, and why the success of AI is impossible without the human touch.

In this week's edition  we continue to celebrate the music of Mary J. Blige alongside our musical companions for this week included Opaz feat. Ray Hayden, Shuya Okino, Roselie, Maysa, Snoh Alegra, Darwin Hobbs,  Nina Simone, some this and some that and much more Welcome To The Soul Show (SDP Intro) - Radio JingleThe List (Acoustic) - MoonchildDon't Let It Go To Your Head - Chantay SavageEveryday - Darwin HobbsGet Yourself Together - Young DisciplesJust Fine - Mary J. BligeThank You (Kyoto Jazz Massive house edit) - Shuya Okino feat Navasha Daya No Words (feat. Crackazat) [Laroye Soulful Mix] - Frank McCombFinally Over You - Terri WalkerHis Love (feat. Frank McComb) - MaysaTestify - The Sounds Of BlacknessGot To Be (feat. Roachford) - Brian PowerWhoa (The Realm Remix) - Snoh AlegraWhat Is My Woman For - Curtis MayfieldLove Theory - Kirk FranklinMiracles - Carlene GrahamAfrican Mailman - Nina SimoneTill You Take My Love - Harvey MasonFree at Last - Al GreenLove No Limit (Puff Daddy Mix) - Mary J. BligeThis Is How It Feels - OPAZ Featuring Ray HaydenPlease Don't feat. J Harli - Ebi SodaRainfalls - Doris ChiotisUnderneath the Stars - RoselieNo More Drama [P. Diddy/Mario Winans Remix] - Mary J. BligeAlright - Allen AnthonyI Never Knew (feat. Speech) - Reel PeopleMusic for Your Soul - MaysaThank You Thank You - Roy AyersLive broadcast 10am til Noon, Sunday's on www.dejavufm.com via your PC / Phone / Smart device.#chrisjay #dejavufm #souldamnphisticated #thesouldamnphisticatedradioshow #soulfulsunday #streamhowulike #streamwhereyalike #sundaysoulfultrilogy

Chris Jay presents his style of sophisticated grooves covering the spectrum of SOULful music - Chooonz that you can feel! This episode features new music from Alicia Keys, Opaz featuring Ray Hayden, Ruff N Tumble, D.Folks, Snoh Aalegra, Melba Moore and JB Rose. The Whispers are the featured artist this week. Catch Soul Damn 'Phisticated! live each and every Sunday from 10am - 12pm GMT on www.dejavufm.com

This week’s episode features a candid, behind-the-scenes interview with members of the band Limberlost in the green room of Jazzbones in Tacoma before their first show of 2018. We talk about their upcoming shows and new music, plus a startling announcement about a member of the band! For all things Limberlost, check out their website: https://www.limberlostmusic.com/ On next week’s show, Ray Hayden joins me to discuss the “State of the Local Music Scene”. Check out more of his stuff here: https://www.reverbnation.com/raymondhayden If you have any questions or comments you’d like included, E-Mail or message me and/or Ray on social media. We’ll read your questions on the air and give you a shoutout! Plenty of other exciting announcements as well - February is going to be a busy month for the podcast with plenty of cool guests! The Federal Way Coalition Against Trafficking - Break the Chains 5K is happening on Saturday, May 19th, 2018. Click here to register: runsignup.com/Race?raceId=28647 Check out the FWCAT website from more information: www.fwcat.org/ Like, Share, Rate, and Review the podcast wherever you find it, and help the show grow by writing a review on Apple Podcasts. I'll read your reviews on the air and give you a shout-out too! Also on Podknife: podknife.com/podcasts/6260 E-Mail MikeSeibertRadio@Gmail.com or @MikeSeibertRadio on Twitter & Instagram to contact me online.

This week, my guests are members of the band Strangely Alright! Regan Lane, Ken Schaff, Jason “JB” Bair, and Ray Hayden joined me for a great conversation about their history, influences, and the passion that fuels their music. We also talked about their brand new song, ALL OF US ARE STRANGE Watch the new music video using this link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=41&v=pQTscur6b70 And here's a link to the Northwest Music Scene article: http://www.northwestmusicscene.net/premiere-watch-strangely-alrights-video-for-all-of-us-are-strange/ www.strangelyalright.com - Band Website www.facebook.com/strangelyalright - Facebook https://itunes.apple.com/us/artist/strangely-alright/652869268 - iTunes Crash Bang Boom Studios: http://crashbangbooom.com/ NORTHWEST BATTLE BUDDIES: http://www.northwestbattlebuddies.org Like, Share, Rate, and Review the podcast wherever you find it. Help spread the word! I'll read your reviews on the air and give you a shout-out too! I appreciate the feedback! Also on Podknife: podknife.com/podcasts/6260 If you’re interested in sharing your music on the show or being a guest on the podcast, E-Mail MikeSeibertRadio@Gmail.com or @MikeSeibertRadio on Twitter & Instagram to contact me online.

Tune in every Thursday evening at 6.30PM EST and 11.30PM in the UK as DJ Niceness brings you a Mixbag of Music! DJ Niceness is the founder of Neo2soul InnaGrooves supporting Independent Worldwide Urban Artists. Our music series aims to bridge the gap between mainstream, unsigned and independent artists. Bring light to the underground and give you quality music you want to hear not have to hear. So it’s only fitting that you hear it here. www.floradio.co.uk Miko The Artist feat. Mz. Val - Live Love Pray Anna Moore - All We Need The Groove City Project ft Mysterious Vibes - Soul Lullaby Shani D - How You Feel Harmony Jonez - In My Circle Asha - Temperatures Rising Caretta Bell - Growing Painz The British Collective - That's Why Opaz ft Ray Hayden & Martine Girault - I Admit It JeRonelle McGhee ft Terayle - Rock With Yo Terrence Brown - Over pt 1 Common ft Marsha Ambrosius & PJ - Lovestar Jswiss & Jared Evan - Glass Case Melvv - Goodbye Deon Q - Its A Good Day Shava Jay - Hold On Giefa Sparkle - Girlie Joyya Marie - We Met Ashley DuBose ft. BdotCroc - Relax Maya Neiada - I Need A Moment (Mr.Bello Dj Mix) Pamela Long - You Said Kejam ft Chanel - This Love Is Magic Lyon Majek Rework Goldlink ft Ciscero - Fall In Love Brasstracks ft Masego - Melanin Man Lady Wray - Smiling Deli Rowe - Smile Again E^rth - The Remedy Sundai - All I Got LexC - That 2am Feeling Nina Kimiko - Somewhere Kenya - Never Giving Up (Edgewood Agents Rework) Sheena O. Murray - In Love Robin Small - Free Amber Ojeda ft. Mic Holden - My Baby Taneka Samone - Love U Down Tangina Stone ft. Crystal Caines - Ride Off Natasha Beyond - All Else (B.A.E.) Sydney Ranee'- Difference GwenYvette - Victorious Miki Rose - xoxo Porschia - You Never Walk Away Sharon Rae North - Sincerely Yours Sisters of Element - Love Letter Lucci Amor - Bullets Cheryl Woods - Next Level Deja Belle - Let Go Quynnetta Sanders - Let Go Gwendolyn Collins - Moments 4 Love Tiffani Michelle Nice Nice Nice Verushka - Here's Hoping Trish Standley ft. Carlton C Dub Whitfield - Nobody but Me Desmond Owens - Child Of Neo-Soul

Strangely Alright is a 5 piece Power Pop Band from the Seattle that Rockford Rowley from The Weekly Volcano says, “an undeniable emotional appeal. Ringing, triumphant chords and lyrics that allude to conquered tribulations immediately make the music relatable to everyone. Regan Lane's 80’s pop star experience, Ken Schaff''s driving hard rock influences, Preston Darvill's late 90’s heavy hitting grunge love affair, Ray Hayden's keyboard crush on all things prog rock and Sean Van Dommelen's crunchy white boy blues, all collide together creating their unique raw, energetic, sound deep seated with emotion. Lane’s charismatic presence and ability to get asses out of their seats and the underlying lyrical message of hope, empathy, and love live up to the title of the band’s upcoming single, COME ON, a catchy, edgy rock song that's a piece of sugar coated power pop!   Singer Songwriter Regan Lane has had placement and airplay of his heartfelt pop and rock songs on numerous TV shows throughout the US, including A&E's Biography, NBC Sports,VH1's Top Twenty Countdown and Best Week Ever, Anthony Bourdains' No Reservations and Celebrity Rehab with Dr. Drew along with many other cable and network shows. His jubilant pop song 'U Won't Believe' was heard on NBC's "Race across America" and was also the theme song for "Puget Sounds TV", a Northwest TV show featuring local and national indie artists. "The Ocean Makes Her Cry'"was recently played on The Discovery Channels' "Strictly Sex With Dr. Drew: Am I Normal?" and his pop gem 'Junkie' was heard on Johnny Knoxville's MTV special. http://www.strangelyalright.com/welcome-to-strangely-alright  

Twin brothers Kelvis and Kendall Duffie formed Kloud 9 in the tradition of such artists as The Isley Brothers, The Whispers and Maze Featuring Frankie Beverly, all of whom the group would go on to appear with on tour. Growing up in a single-parent home in Denver, CO where their mother was a church musician, Kendall and Kelvis started singing in church at an early age. By the age of fourteen they captured the attention of producer Jerry Weaver (former guitarist with Aretha Franklin and producer of Janet Jackson's debut album). With Weaver, Kendall and Kelvis laid the foundation for a music career and began learning the ins and outs of the music business. Weaver formed a gospel group called Meekness which included the Duffies but the group experienced only minor success. When Meekness disbanded, the Duffie twins headed for Nashville to try to further themselves in the music industry. Their experiences there propelled them into careers as record executives with major gospel labels. However their thirst to perform and record never left them and so they decided to form a vocal duo. The name Kloud 9 was derived out the concept of wanting people to experience a mood of ultimate pleasure when listening to their music. The spelling of Kloud with a "K" was a nod to the fact that both their names began with that letter. After shopping their music and being constantly told they should push their music in a more edgy and raunchy style, Kendall decided to look abroad for audiences who appreciated quality soul music. "I remember driving to work one day and pulling over at a grocery store parking lot and literally breaking down in tears," states Kendall. I felt so empty and unhappy and I knew I had to do music and do it at a level that would satisfy the desire in my soul. I called my job and resigned on the spot, bought a one-way ticket to London where I knew music had a different appreciation, knowing that being an American would open doors for me over there. I told my family that I would not return until I found an outlet to release my music. I realized I didn't have enough money to travel on public transportation every day so I bought a map of London, got numbers and addresses to all the indie and major labels in London and my game plan everyday for the first few months I was there was walking 4 - 5 hours each way for 20-30 minutes meetings. At one point I recall feeling rocks on my foot and looked under my shoe and saw I had literally walked a hole in my shoes!" During my time in London I met a producer named Ray Hayden who produced Maysa's first album. He allowed me to work in his studio to help him with production on various projects. I remember leaving his studio one morning around 3AM with not a penny in my pocket and knowing I had several hours to walk back to where I was staying but I was finally feeling happy again. I was creating music. It was through Ray that I eventually met Maysa and through Maysa that I met Incognito leader Bluey. Shortly thereafter we got a call from Expansion Records in the UK to do an album." Koud 9's debut CD ON KLOUD 9 was released in 2002 in the UK and was critically acclaimed. The album topped the UK Sweet Rhythms Soul Chart for three weeks and spent twelve weeks on Finland's Soul charts. Kloud 9's other UK releases include 2005's YEARNING TO LOVE YOU and KLOUD 9 PRESENTS THE VIBE ROOM, a compilation of Kendall's productions, both of which reached #1 on the UK soul music charts. ENJOY THE RIDE is truly Kloud 9's coming out event in America. The duo has been building a following in America as an opening act for The Isley Brothers, The Whispers, Maze featuring Frankie Beverly and of course Maysa. They recently won a Soultracks award for "Best duo/group" and have been making an impression on their peers and mentors in the business. As R & B legend Walter Scott of the Whispers says, "These are some super talented brothers, no question about it. The world is gonna hear from them!" posted by April Sims / http://www.wearegreaterthani.com