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SYLEENA JOHNSON TALKS NEW MUSIC, KANYE WEST, AND WHAT WENT WRONG WITH R&B  - Big Homies House Ep 199 #SYLEENAJOHNSON #BEYONCE #KANYEWEST #COWBOYCARTER  In this episode of **The Big Homies House**, we're sitting down with the legendary R&B powerhouse, Syleena Johnson!!!!  She's here to spill all the tea about her new album, *Legacy*, and trust us—this conversation is one for the books. We kick things off by diving into a hot topic that's been making waves: the state of sampling in today's music. Syleena doesn't hold back when she says that sampling has become straight-up lazy. She breaks down how the creativity that once defined sampling seems to be fading, and we get into whether this is just an evolution of the game or a sign of the times.  Next up, we tackle the question everyone's been buzzing about—was Beyoncé's last album secretly a country album? Syleena gives her unfiltered thoughts, and let's just say, she's got some strong opinions on how Queen Bey is bending genres in ways we never saw coming. We couldn't talk to Syleena without getting into the current state of R&B. She boldly claims that in today's industry, you don't even need a voice to be considered an R&B singer anymore. We dig deep into how the genre has shifted and what it means for the future of music. But it's not all doom and gloom—Syleena passionately argues that gospel music is out here saving R&B, keeping the soul and authenticity alive in a way that's often overlooked. Of course, we had to touch on the enigma that is Kanye West. Syleena shares her thoughts on what's really been driving Ye's success over the years—his secret sauce, if you will. We also discuss whether the Kanye we once knew is still in there or if his recent moves have marked a fall from grace. To wrap things up, Syleena gives us her take on why **Megan Thee Stallion** was the perfect choice for her recent role, proving that the H-Town Hottie is way more than just a hot girl—she's a game-changer. This episode is packed with deep insights, unfiltered opinions, and the kind of real talk that only **The Big Homies House** can deliver. You don't want to miss out on this one—Syleena Johnson is dropping gems left and right! BIG HOMIES HOUSE AUDIO HERE: Spotify Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/6nhy6WDDCQfnPwcbUqeNQU Apple Podcast:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-big-homies-house/id1520022230 THIS WEEK'S GUESTS @SYLEENAJOHNSON TIME STAMPS 2:50 - SAMPLING HAS BECOME LAZY 5:20 - WAS BEYONCES ALBUM A COUNTRY ALBUM? 11:29 - SYLEENA JOHNSON IS A BOSSMAN DLOW FAN  12:48 - THE STATE OF R&B ! 15:03 - PEOPLE DONT NEED TO HAVE A VOICE TO BE R&B SINGERS  16:41 - GOSPEL IS SAVING R&B! 19:53 - DONT SLEEP ON BEYONCES VOCALS  20:57 - TOP RAPPERS TURNED SINGER ? 22:59 - TOP ATL RAPPERS THAT SING 26:46 - THE FALL OF KANYE WEST? 28:14 - WHATS BEEN KANYE'S SECRET 31:58 - BILLBOARD CHARTS ARE ALL FAKE  AND CAN BE BOUGHT 38:12 - THIS IS WHY WE MEG WAS THE RIGHT CHOICE  Syleena Johnson new album, R&B music 2024, The Big Homies House podcast, Kanye West career, Beyoncé country album, R&B sampling trends, Gospel music influence, Megan Thee Stallion 2024, Music industry insights, Hip hop and R&B culture, Kanye West secret to success, Megan Thee Stallion role, Syleena Johnson interview, R&B state 2024, Music charts manipulation

Listen on your favorite podcast service: https://pods.to/wesoundcrazy Stream songs from the episode on our official We Sound Crazy playlists: https://lnkfi.re/8I8Drkfz This week on We Sound Crazy, we welcome the incredibly talented singer and songwriter Syleena Johnson as our special guest. Known for her powerhouse vocals and soulful performances, Syleena has made an indelible mark on the music industry with her versatile range and deeply emotive songs. In this episode, Syleena shares much of her wisdom as being a veteran in the music industry, puts music television in check for keeping the quality high and providing better exposure for artists, and you especially want to catch her on our “Take it to the Bridge” segment! You definitely don't want to miss out on this episode. So without further ado, press play. We Sound Crazy is your backstage pass to all things music and culture. Special thanks to our We Sound Crazy team! Director: John Dierre Camera Op: James Hart, Kenny Cochran, John Dierre  Editing: Lamont Baldwin Producer: Michael "Roux" Johnson Assistant: Brittany Guydon Talent Producer: Isaac M. Hamm III Production Assistant: Brandon "B Dub" Walker Photography: Ahmeer Holt Security: Reggie Carswell, Troy Brumfield, Tony DeWitt Thank you to all of our listeners, as well as our partners at Visit Music City.  Special thanks to Syleena Johnson! Subscribe to We Sound Crazy on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and anywhere you get your favorite podcast.  Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, and TikTok! Follow We Sound Crazy on Social Media: ~ Facebook: https://wesoundcrazy.ffm.to/wscfacebook ~ Instagram: https://wesoundcrazy.ffm.to/wscinstagram ~ Twitter: https://wesoundcrazy.ffm.to/wsctwitter ~ TikTok: https://wesoundcrazy.ffm.to/wsctiktok ~ Email: https://ffm.link/wsc-signup Subscribe to We Sound Crazy on YouTube: https://wesoundcrazy.ffm.to/wscyoutube-subscribe Visit the official We Sound Crazy website: https://wesoundcrazy.ffm.to/officialwebsite #WeSoundCrazy #SyleenaJohnson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Singer/media personality, Syleena Johnson joins the ladies of Lip Service this week for iHeart's International Women's Day Initiative, 'Women Take the Mic.' Syleena opens up about why she got married the first time, all the obstacles she and her husband overcame during her current marriage, and much more. Syleena discusses her move to Italy to be a mother, and even admits that Marriage Bootcamp was amazing for her relationship. Make sure you stream her latest single, 'Black Balloon' and keep your eye out for her upcoming album! Enjoy!  ALSO join us on Friday, March 8th, 2024 for iHeart's 'Women Take the Mic' initiative on your favorite iHeart station or on iheartradio.com!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joanna Chaundy talks to singer, Syleena Johnson about her experience working with Kanye West, being produced by R Kelly and the sexism within the music industry in general. Syleena also delves into her upbringing with a blues singer for a father and how that shaped her to be the thick-skinned artist and woman she is today.

Joanna Chaundy talks to singer, Syleena Johnson about her experiences working with Kanye West, being produced by R Kelly and the sexism within the music industry in general. Syleena also delves into her upbringing with a blues singer for a father and how that shaped her to be the thick skinned artist and woman she is today.

Sierra Hilaire is the wife to her childhood sweetheart Lionel and mother of 3 princesses, Kyla, Chelsea, Syleena and 1 prince Lionel Jr. She is also a Certified Self-Care Strategist and President of Divine Potential Services, Inc. who is on a mission to activate women to be authentic, balanced and free to relentlessly pursue their purpose through practical strategies, solutions and support. In 2016, alongside her husband and children Sierra launched “The Freedom Experience” Family Conference founded on Isaiah 61:1 that says, “The Spirit of the Sovereign Lord is on me, because He has anointed me to proclaim good news to the poor. He has sent me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim freedom for the captives and release from darkness the prisoners.” Sierra empowers women to achieve spiritual, social, physical and financial wellness through prayer, strategic planning, self-care and coaching. She created a support group “Self-Care for Survivors”, which is a online community to bring women together in a practical, but yet spiritual way to set an atmosphere for healing, personal development & growth. She engages in relevant & relatable candid conversations on balance, purpose, and freedom in Christ Jesus. An ordained Pastor and Best-Selling Author, Sierra shares her story on how she overcame limitations, unforgiveness, anger and depression through deliverance and a deeper understanding of her unique calling. Sierra's signature coaching system “Readjust Your Routine” is known for manifesting supernatural peace, productivity and prosperity in the lives of her clients. Her vision to see lives restored, established, strengthened and thriving opened doors for her to speak at events like Daughters of David, Kingdom Visionary Strategic Planning Summit, We Will Win Women's Empowerment Conference, I'm Every Woman and Fearless Women Living Out Loud

Syl Johnson, the Chicago soul and blues singer, died last month at 85. He was probably best known for his work on Hi Records, the home of Ann Peebles and, of course, Al Green. In fact, he turned down a record deal that ended up going to Green. The songs Johnson cut for Hi in Memphis were some of the best soul records of their time. Hip-hop producers have feasted on Johnson's records, making him one of the most frequently sampled recording artists in the history of the genre. But more than that, Johnson was a career artist. He lived in Chicago, where he raised his daughter Syleena, a great soul singer in her own right. He made soul and blues records throughout his life. We spoke to Syl back in 2012. He was in his 70s then and gigging relentlessly, and his albums had just been re-released by Numero Group. Johnson was whip-smart, funny... and maybe a little cantankerous. He'll be sorely missed.

Episode Title: Having The Right Perspective For Building Your Music Career & Brand Feat. Dr. Syleecia ThompsonEpisode Info: In this episode Durell is joined by educator, brand strategist and entrepreneur Dr. Syleecia Thompson. Durell and Syleecia start off the episode by talking about the fact that most indie creatives who enter the music industry and ecosystem only want to achieve success that includes winning a Grammy and going on a world tour. Syleecia shares how difficult it is to even secure world tours because most of the top promoters only want to deal with the top acts, and depending on your genre it's truly an uphill climb. Syleecia and Durell talk about the fact that Cardi B is a great case study for what building an audience is really about when it comes to success. Syleecia shares what the next challenge is for when you have the type of success that she's had. Syleecia talks about artists not being afraid to put their music out and take risks. Syleecia and Durell talk about her sister Syleena Johnson Unsung episode and her early career being signed to a label that really didn't know what they were doing because of the lack of ideas and innovation to help Syleena build an even bigger brand and career. Syleecia talks about how Syleena was able to go through the ups and downs of being on a major label and then showed her ability to dabble in different industries that has allowed her to sustain and build a solid brand outside of music as a talk show host, actress, and health and wellness as a fitness competitor.Syleecia shares the fact that she's been able to wear so many different hats as she's gone along in her career from working in the corporate space as well as being an educator in the college academia space as well as the education she provides to many people as an entrepreneur. She educates on several different topics such as management, leadership, global business and entrepreneurship and the fact not many people of color teach on these topics from the black perspective and point of view.Syleecia also shares the importance for artists especially in R&B having more than one income stream because the money at times can be up and down. She said artists pretty much need 8-10 ways to make money for the sake of survival in the industry.Syleecia and Durell end the episode about her work as a brand strategist for her clients. She shares that she has a formula, belief system and strategy when she works with her clients and she applies them specifically depending on the person. She is big on her clients sharing their story as a key in building a strong personal brand. She also talks about her most recent book The Resilience Factor as well as the awesome projects that she's working on as she started her own production company Dr. Syleecia Productions.For more info on Dr. Syleecia, please visit her website at:https://www.drsyleecia.com/

Episode Title: Having The Right Perspective For Building Your Music Career & Brand Feat. Dr. Syleecia ThompsonEpisode Info: In this episode Durell is joined by educator, brand strategist and entrepreneur Dr. Syleecia Thompson. Durell and Syleecia start off the episode by talking about the fact that most indie creatives who enter the music industry and ecosystem only want to achieve success that includes winning a Grammy and going on a world tour. Syleecia shares how difficult it is to even secure world tours because most of the top promoters only want to deal with the top acts, and depending on your genre it's truly an uphill climb. Syleecia and Durell talk about the fact that Cardi B is a great case study for what building an audience is really about when it comes to success. Syleecia shares what the next challenge is for when you have the type of success that she's had. Syleecia talks about artists not being afraid to put their music out and take risks. Syleecia and Durell talk about her sister Syleena Johnson Unsung episode and her early career being signed to a label that really didn't know what they were doing because of the lack of ideas and innovation to help Syleena build an even bigger brand and career. Syleecia talks about how Syleena was able to go through the ups and downs of being on a major label and then showed her ability to dabble in different industries that has allowed her to sustain and build a solid brand outside of music as a talk show host, actress, and health and wellness as a fitness competitor.Syleecia shares the fact that she's been able to wear so many different hats as she's gone along in her career from working in the corporate space as well as being an educator in the college academia space as well as the education she provides to many people as an entrepreneur. She educates on several different topics such as management, leadership, global business and entrepreneurship and the fact not many people of color teach on these topics from the black perspective and point of view.Syleecia also shares the importance for artists especially in R&B having more than one income stream because the money at times can be up and down. She said artists pretty much need 8-10 ways to make money for the sake of survival in the industry.Syleecia and Durell end the episode about her work as a brand strategist for her clients. She shares that she has a formula, belief system and strategy when she works with her clients and she applies them specifically depending on the person. She is big on her clients sharing their story as a key in building a strong personal brand. She also talks about her most recent book The Resilience Factor as well as the awesome projects that she's working on as she started her own production company Dr. Syleecia Productions.For more info on Dr. Syleecia, please visit her website at:https://www.drsyleecia.com/

Grammy-nominated recording artist Syleena Johnson is a woman of many titles and talents. Singer, songwriter, author, and daytime talk show host are just a few avenues that she is able to share her gifts with the world. As an R&B/soul songstress, Syleena Johnson was destined to touch people and impact lives. Her sultry voice, combined with her timeless beauty, classic style, and piercing delivery has made her a fan-favorite for nearly twenty years. In this episode of The Maximus Podcast we focus on another passion of Syleena’s: Fitness. Her love of fitness and being an athlete rival her love of music and we learn about how training and self improvement have been a major part of her incredible story. We also talk about her great love of the Chicago Bulls and the city of Chicago. You can download the episode on iTunesYou can download it on StitcherYou can download it on SoundcloudTo learn more about Joe Cebula visit his Instagram @joe_cebula If you love our content Join the Inner Circle at www.themaximuspodcast.comWe’d like to thank our sponsors. Visit www.lalo.com and use the code MAXIMUS20 for 20% off Footwear. Also check out www.tenthousand.cc and use the code MAXIMUS15

This week on FinesseMedia Podcast Season 2 Host Ken FinesseMedia & Cohost Triceamillionaire (@triceamillionaire) bring you Episode 14: A FinerWOMAN with special guest Syleena Johnson! We had a good time talking with Syleena about so many things like how she's keeping busy during the Corona pandemic,her new ablum WOMAN, her recent fitness competiton and of course her missing her Sisters of Sister Cicrle LIVE & much much more! Grammy-nominated recording artist Syleena Johnson is a woman of many titles and talents. Singer, songwriter, author, and daytime talk show host are just a few avenue that she is able to share her gifts with the world. As an R&B/soul songstress, Syleena Johnson was destined to touch people and impact lives.  Her sultry voice, combined with her timeless beauty, classic style, and piercing delivery has made her a fan-favorite for nearly twenty years. LISTEN NOW (LINK IN BIO) via Apple Podcast, iHeartRadio, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts!  ALSO! This week we put the spotlight on HBCU of the week-Winston-Salem State University Thank you for listening!

Syleena Johnson's highly anticipated book shares her compelling journey toward self-love and discovery, while chronicling her battles with body image birthed in adolescence and carried throughout her music career. An ode to obstacles faced and conquered, this self-help book sets an indelible tone for reflection, resurgence, and redemption.Syleena Johnson is one of those undeniable talents whose unfaltering truth shines through every note she sings. Undoubtedly one of the best singers of her generation, Johnson has collaborated with everyone from Kanye West and Common to Anthony Hamilton and R. Kelly. In recent years she has enjoyed mainstream exposure appearing on such television shows as TV One’s “R&B Divas: Atlanta” and WE TV’s “Marriage Boot Camp: Reality Stars” and as of September 18, 2017 Syleena is featured on the new TEGNA Media/ TV One daily live talk show “Sister Circle.” On November 10, 2017 Shanachie Entertainment will release REBIRTH OF SOUL, a recording that Syleena has long wanted to bring to fruition. Conceived and produced by her father, the legendary soul/blues singer and producer Syl Johnson, whose original hit version of “Take Me To The River” was covered by Al Green and Talking Heads. Everyone from Jay-Z and Kanye West to Wu-Tang and Usher has sampled Syl Johnson’s recordings. REBIRTH OF SOUL features Syleena Johnson’s searing interpretations of classic R&B songs, mainly from the Fifties and Sixties, recorded in real time with live musicians just the way “real music” used to be made. As Syl Johnson notes,“people don’t use live musicians much anymore; but every musician brings his heart to a recording.” Recording in Chicago, Syl Johnson’s long-time base and Syleena’s hometown, the sessions include musicians who played on hit R&B recordings there over the years and a majority of the album features songs associated with Chicago artists, songwriters or record labels. Syleena shares, “The inspiration behind REBIRTH OF SOUL is my father. I wanted to honor him and classic soul music in a time when auto tune and electronic beats reign supreme. While I am not against this kind of creative musicianship, there is so much more to the real thing. True Soul music tells stories…stories that can heal a nation.”As an artist who came of age during the 90’s hip-hop era and broke through in the early 2000’s, Syleena had never actually recorded live in the studio previously. “The difference with this album,” Syleena relates, “ is that I had the opportunity to record with live instrumentation as well as actual musicians from the (classic) era. On this album I didn’t write any of the songs and it was the first time in a while that I worked with my father. I had to tap into the soul and spirit of the era of each song to bring authenticity to the project.” The songs on REBIRTH OF SOUL, hand-picked by Syl Johnson, run the gamut from lesser-known gems such as Betty Everett’s “There’ll Come A Time,” Syl Johnson’s “We Did It” and Bettye Swann’s “Make Me Yours” to such landmark hits as “Chain of Fools” and “I’d Rather Go Blind,” done definitively by Aretha Franklin and Etta James respectively. Syleena manifests an uncanny ability to get inside of each song, digging deep to deliver passionate performances that bring a fresh spark to even the best known selections. “For each song I channeled the emotions of the record,” Syleena confides. “I put myself in the mind of each storyteller and in doing this I was able to merge myself into the story of each record. This is how I was able to put my own personal stamp on each record.”"The Weight is Over" is now available through Amazon at https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07HRQM89Z/https://www.syleenamusic.comhttp://www.sheleanlife.comSocial media @syleenajohnson*Thank you Syleena for taking time out of your busy schedule to speak with me. Many blessings to you; I hope to work with you again soon. Warmest Regards, NikiMarie@nikimarie_radio (IG)--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nikimarieradio/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nikimarieradio/support

Syleena Johnson's highly anticipated book shares her compelling journey toward self-love and discovery, while chronicling her battles with body image birthed in adolescence and carried throughout her music career. An ode to obstacles faced and conquered, this self-help book sets an indelible tone for reflection, resurgence, and redemption. Syleena Johnson is one of those undeniable talents whose unfaltering truth shines through every note she sings. Undoubtedly one of the best singers of her generation, Johnson has collaborated with everyone from Kanye West and Common to Anthony Hamilton and R. Kelly. In recent years she has enjoyed mainstream exposure appearing on such television shows as TV One’s “R&B Divas: Atlanta” and WE TV’s “Marriage Boot Camp: Reality Stars” and as of September 18, 2017 Syleena is featured on the new TEGNA Media/ TV One daily live talk show “Sister Circle.” On November 10, 2017 Shanachie Entertainment will release REBIRTH OF SOUL, a recording that Syleena has long wanted to bring to fruition. Conceived and produced by her father, the legendary soul/blues singer and producer Syl Johnson, whose original hit version of “Take Me To The River” was covered by Al Green and Talking Heads. Everyone from Jay-Z and Kanye West to Wu-Tang and Usher has sampled Syl Johnson’s recordings. REBIRTH OF SOUL features Syleena Johnson’s searing interpretations of classic R&B songs, mainly from the Fifties and Sixties, recorded in real time with live musicians just the way “real music” used to be made. As Syl Johnson notes,“people don’t use live musicians much anymore; but every musician brings his heart to a recording.” Recording in Chicago, Syl Johnson’s long-time base and Syleena’s hometown, the sessions include musicians who played on hit R&B recordings there over the years and a majority of the album features songs associated with Chicago artists, songwriters or record labels. Syleena shares, “The inspiration behind REBIRTH OF SOUL is my father. I wanted to honor him and classic soul music in a time when auto tune and electronic beats reign supreme. While I am not against this kind of creative musicianship, there is so much more to the real thing. True Soul music tells stories…stories that can heal a nation.” As an artist who came of age during the 90’s hip-hop era and broke through in the early 2000’s, Syleena had never actually recorded live in the studio previously. “The difference with this album,” Syleena relates, “ is that I had the opportunity to record with live instrumentation as well as actual musicians from the (classic) era. On this album I didn’t write any of the songs and it was the first time in a while that I worked with my father. I had to tap into the soul and spirit of the era of each song to bring authenticity to the project.” The songs on REBIRTH OF SOUL, hand-picked by Syl Johnson, run the gamut from lesser-known gems such as Betty Everett’s “There’ll Come A Time,” Syl Johnson’s “We Did It” and Bettye Swann’s “Make Me Yours” to such landmark hits as “Chain of Fools” and “I’d Rather Go Blind,” done definitively by Aretha Franklin and Etta James respectively. Syleena manifests an uncanny ability to get inside of each song, digging deep to deliver passionate performances that bring a fresh spark to even the best known selections. “For each song I channeled the emotions of the record,” Syleena confides. “I put myself in the mind of each storyteller and in doing this I was able to merge myself into the story of each record. This is how I was able to put my own personal stamp on each record.” "The Weight is Over" is now available through Amazon at https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07HRQM89Z/ https://www.syleenamusic.com http://www.sheleanlife.com Social media @syleenajohnson *Thank you Syleena for taking time out of your busy schedule to speak with me. Many blessings to you; I hope to work with you again soon. Warmest Regards, NikiMarie @nikimarie_radio (IG) --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nikimarieradio/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nikimarieradio/support

Stay Woke! Podcast series Take It Back! with DeRa and Dj William Wes. They both pick a classic album from the past that resonates and discuss how it felt then verse how it has changed. In this second episode DeRa and Will talk that talk about Kanye West The College Dropout. This episode is presented by Thesonicbreakdown.com Please a 5 star review on iTunes and like/comment on our social media pages. The next Stay Woke! Podcast episode will be another Let's Talk About It: with Jazmine Fenlator-Victorian 2 time Olympian. iTunes https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/stay-woke-podcast/id1113286599?mt=2 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/staywokepodcastwithdera/ Twitter https://mobile.twitter.com/Sonicbreakdown Website http://www.staywokepodcast.com YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZEJJN3d_tyAoyo8iqx3vTA Send in your Stay Woke! questions to our the email cofounder@thesonicbreakdown.com Dj William Wes Instagram https://www.instagram.com/_mrwes/ Twitter https://twitter.com/_MrWES Website http://djwilliamwes.blogspot.com/

SOUL REIGNS SUPREME ON SYLEENA JOHNSON’S REBIRTH OF SOUL   The R&B Diva Unites with Father & Legendary Soul/Blues Singer Syl Johnson for their First Recording Together In Over Two Decades   The iconic Etta James once said about authentic soul and blues music, “You can’t fake this music. It’s how you connect to the songs and to the history behind them.”  Syleena Johnson is one of those undeniable talents whose unfaltering truth shines through every note she sings. Undoubtedly one of the best singers of her generation, Johnson has collaborated with everyone from Kanye West and Common to Anthony Hamilton and R. Kelly. In recent years she has enjoyed mainstream exposure appearing on such television shows as TV One’s “R&B Divas: Atlanta” and WE TV’s “Marriage Boot Camp: Reality Stars” and as of September 18, 2017 Syleena is featured on the new TEGNA Media/ TV One daily live talk show “Sister Circle.” On November 10, 2017 Shanachie Entertainment will release REBIRTH OF SOUL, a recording that Syleena has long wanted to bring to fruition. Conceived and produced by her father, the legendary soul/blues singer and producer Syl Johnson, whose original hit version of “Take Me To The River” was covered by Al Green and Talking Heads. Everyone from Jay-Z and Kanye West to Wu-Tang and Usher has sampled Syl Johnson’s recordings.

Grammy-Award Winning Singer and Co-Host of the new talk show, Sister Circle TV Syleena Johnson joins the Cool Soror Podcast. A Cool Soror of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc, this Chicago Native has lived and breathed music since the 6th grade. But as melodic tones constantly rang in her ears and lyrics flowed through her pen, she faced the music industry monster that has continuously proven to be unkind. Syleena continued and continues to press on. Syleena’s inherent vocal ability and lyrical prowess place her high in a league of some of the best singers and performers of her generation. Kanye West, R. Kelly and Musiq Soulchild have all sought her out for collaborations as she has penned numerous major R&B hits and continues remain relevant as a new generation of music lovers have come to love her as one of the original cast members of the TV One hit reality series R&B Divas Atlanta and now as as a co-host of Sister Circle Live on the same network. This mother and wife goes in depth about her son's Autism diagnosis and how it sent her into a year of depression. Now, it has given her unprecedented strength and the ability to love unabashedly. Syleena is taking this new opportunity so people can see the real her and she understands that this time of her life has complete purpose. She is clear that her "Voice Is Her Vehicle." We are certainly along for the ride. Social Media:TW: @syleena_johnsonIG: @syleenajohnson

Grammy nominated vocalist and writer Syleena Johnson is one of the greatest singers and performers of her generation. She has scored major R&B hits and been invited to collaborate with the likes of Kanye West, R. Kelly and Musiq Soulchild. Having fought the major label system to allow her true identity to shine forth, Syleena stepped forward with her most anticipated album to date Chapter 6: Couples Therapy, which was released on the Blackbyrd label. Syleena Johnson is also a popular television personality. She’s one of the original cast members the TV One hit reality series R&B Divas Atlanta and recently wrapped up season 3 with co-stars Keke Wyatt, Angie Stone, Monifah Carter, LaTavia Roberson and former 702 lead singer Kameelah Williams. Syleena also appeared with her sisters on OWN’s Iyanla: Fix My Life. In 2015 Syleena and her husband, Kiwane Garris (former professional basketball player), will appear on the new season of WE TV’s, Marriage Boot Camp Reality Stars. Chapter 6: Couples Therapy has been made into a film that stars Johnson, directed by Tangie Black Moore of Tier2Films and the other collaborators from the album. Syleena’s passion for health, fitness, and nutrition has also led her to develop a fitness DVD called Mommy’s Got Soul. Constantly on tour and working on exciting projects, Syleena Johnson who is set to release her book, “The Weight is Over”, will show music lovers why she is one sixth of the Daughters of Soul at the ATL Soul Life Music Festival, Memorial Day weekend. The festival will take place in scenic Atlanta, Georgia offering two nights of outdoor, melodically-soulful entertainment. Grammy nominated artists, along with Soul Train nominees will celebrate soul music in its newest and most cutting edge forms, as the genres of Neo-Soul, R&B, Progressive Hip-Hop and extraordinary groups take the stage.

Grammy nominated vocalist and writer Syleena Johnson is one of the greatest singers and performers of her generation. She has scored major R&B hits and been invited to collaborate with the likes of Kanye West, R. Kelly and Musiq Soulchild. Having fought the major label system to allow her true identity to shine forth, Syleena stepped forward with her most anticipated album to date Chapter 6: Couples Therapy, which was released on the Blackbyrd label. Syleena Johnson is also a popular television personality. She’s one of the original cast members the TV One hit reality series R&B Divas Atlanta and recently wrapped up season 3 with co-stars Keke Wyatt, Angie Stone, Monifah Carter, LaTavia Roberson and former 702 lead singer Kameelah Williams. Syleena also appeared with her sisters on OWN’s Iyanla: Fix My Life. In 2015 Syleena and her husband, Kiwane Garris (former professional basketball player), will appear on the new season of WE TV’s, Marriage Boot Camp Reality Stars. Chapter 6: Couples Therapy has been made into a film that stars Johnson, directed by Tangie Black Moore of Tier2Films and the other collaborators from the album. Syleena’s passion for health, fitness, and nutrition has also led her to develop a fitness DVD called Mommy’s Got Soul. Constantly on tour and working on exciting projects, Syleena Johnson who is set to release her book, “The Weight is Over”, will show music lovers why she is one sixth of the Daughters of Soul at the ATL Soul Life Music Festival, Memorial Day weekend. The festival will take place in scenic Atlanta, Georgia offering two nights of outdoor, melodically-soulful entertainment. Grammy nominated artists, along with Soul Train nominees will celebrate soul music in its newest and most cutting edge forms, as the genres of Neo-Soul, R&B, Progressive Hip-Hop and extraordinary groups take the stage.

Syleena Johnson is an American Grammy Award nominated R&B and soul singer-songwriter.  She's one of the original cast members on the TV One hit reality series R&B Divas Atlanta and recently wrapped up season 3 with co-stars Keke Wyatt, Angie Stone, Monifah Carter, LaTavia Roberson and former 702 lead singer Kameelah Williams. Syleena also appeared with her sisters on OWN's Iyanla: Fix My Life. In 2015 Syleena and her husband, Kiwane Garris (former professional basketball player), will appear on the new season of WE TV's, Marriage Boot Camp Reality Stars. COUPLE'S THERAPY MOVIE -  Chapter 6: Couples Therapy has been made into a film that stars Johnson, directed by Tangie Black Moore of Tier2Films and the other collaborators from the album. She will also be releasing her new book The Weight Is Over Syleena's passion for health, fitness, and nutrition has also led her to develop a fitness DVD called Mommy's Got Soul.Daughters of Soul TOUR - Syleena who is the daughter of legendary blues and soul singer Syl Johnson will also appear on the Daughters of Soul tour. Here the Daughters of Soul honor their unforgettable parents Nina Simone, Donny Hathaway, Bill Withers, Chaka Khan, Syl Johnson and other soul pioneers.

Imagine this: you’re a Grammy-nominated singer, considered one of the best vocalists of your generation, who has scored major R&B hits and been invited to collaborate with the likes of Kanye West and R. Kelly, yet some folks consider you “underrated.” This has been the plight of Syleena Johnson, acclaimed as one of the finest R&B voices to have emerged during the past decade. Having fought the major label system to allow her true identity to shine forth, Syleena now steps forward with her most personal statement to date. Her boundary-stretching fifth album, entitled, appropriately enough, Chapter V: Underrated, was released on September 27, 2011 on Shanachie Entertainment. Syleena Johnson grew up outside Chicago in Illinois. Though she got involved with music during her high school years, initially she was discouraged from getting into the music business by her father, who had many disappointing experiences in the industry. Meanwhile her mother become the nation’s first black female police commissioner. After her live acoustic album release performance of Chapter V: Underrated last year, Syleena was moved by her own music and decided to release the live performance as a mini-album titled Acoustic Soul Sessions, released September 25th, 2012. The mini-album includes five songs from Chapter V: Underrated; an introduction to Chapter 6: Couples Therapy which will be released on October 28th, 2014. The Powerful New Recording on the way will take us back to Syleena’s traditional R&B style. The first single, “Perfectly Worthless”, from the hit new album is now available. Syleena also adds television to her roster as a costar in the TV One hit reality series R&B Divas airing Wednesday nights at 10/9c.

AFTERBUZZ TV — R&B Divas edition, is a weekly “after show” for fans of TVOne’s R&B Divas: LA. In this show, host Bamm Ericsen breaks down the episode in which Keke, Monifah and Syleena discover that they’ve garnered a Grammy … Read the rest The post R&B Divas S:3 | Grammy Don’t Play That E:5 | AfterBuzz TV AfterShow appeared first on AfterBuzz TV Network.

Imagine this: you’re a Grammy-nominated singer, considered one of the best vocalists of your generation, who has scored major R&B hits and been invited to collaborate with the likes of Kanye West and R. Kelly, yet some folks consider you “underrated.” This has been the plight of Syleena Johnson, acclaimed as one of the finest R&B voices to have emerged during the past decade. Having fought the major label system to allow her true identity to shine forth, Syleena now steps forward with her most personal statement to date. Her boundary-stretching fifth album, entitled, appropriately enough, Chapter V: Underrated, released September 27, 2011 on Shanachie Entertainment. Easily her best all-around album since her second best-selling album, Underrated shows the full range of Syleena’s talent as it moves from the powerful soul-balladry of songs like “Little Things” to full-on club bangers like the first single, “A Boss.” The result is a rarity in the R&B world these days - a true album that flows through a diverse and satisfying complete listening experience. Every song but one was written or co-written by Syleena.

AFTERBUZZ TV – R&B Divas edition, is a weekly “after show” for fans of TVOne's R&B Divas In this show, host Bamm Ericsen breaks down the episode in which Syleena and Nicci confront family issues; Latocha performs with Xscape before … Read the rest The post R&B Divas S:2 | So So Diva E:4 | AfterBuzz TV AfterShow appeared first on AfterBuzz TV Network.

AFTERBUZZ TV – R&B Divas edition, is a weekly “after show” for fans of TVOne's R&B Divas In this show, host Bamm Ericsen breaks down the episode in which tensions rise between Syleena and Nicci in the Season 2 opener. … Read the rest The post R&B Divas S:2 | Get to Stepp’n; Oil and Water; Work It Diva E:1; E:2; E:3 | AfterBuzz TV AfterShow appeared first on AfterBuzz TV Network.

00:00:00 - We start the show off with the announcement that Ryan Brown (of Ep 134) is the newest blogger for the Paleocave! He hops on to tell us about just what he intends to say with his new platform and how he recently plugged us on actual radio. We then immediately follow that up with Charlie reading two e-mails from Theopolis W. and Ronald I. asking about things dropping beneath absolute zero and Ben doing his darnedest to explain. 00:27:28 - Drinks are things that only exist at a temperature where they are still liquids. Ryan collaborates with a "The Perfect Crime" only to be told he's racist by Charlie. Ben branches out with a Sprite in a fancy cup that he "smushed" with oranges. No one else knows what the word means. The proper term is "muddled." Charlie is calling back to an old favorite that Ryan tries to guess and fails. It was a Hop Henge from Deschutes and is Charlie's 3rd favorite beer (subject to change without notice). 00:35:03 - This week on Trailer Trash Talk it pays to have a few physicists around when Charlie and Ben manage to somehow explain the mehanics of the upcoming film Upside Down. 00:50:54 - Nams n Nachos wanted us all to know that dung beetles use the Milky Way for orientation. We agree that this is information worth sharing. 01:03:38 - PaleoPOWs are a lot like a dung beetling rolling dung. It probably serves a purpose, but most people don't care to find out what that is. Purpose number one is to give Zach Weinersmith a change to plug the Kickstarter for his new book, as well his and Kelly's appearance on Story Collider, and Ben's podcast. Charlie jumped the gun by forcing Ben to explain absolute zero (see above). Ryan presents a new recurring donation from Christina H. who wants to become the official sponsor of the Timer Duck! We accept! And we utilize said donation immediately by having Ben explain Joseph F.'s conservation of black hole mass question, a real doozy and the type of question perfect for Timer Duck implementation.   Thanks for listening and be sure to check out the Brachiolope Media Network for more great science podcasts!   Music for this week's show provided by: My Freeze Ray - Neil Patrick Harris The Perfect Crime - The Decemberists All Falls Down (Feat. Syleena) - Kanye West Roll Away Your Stone - Mumford & Sons

Imagine this: you’re a Grammy-nominated singer, considered one of the best vocalists of your generation, who has scored major R&B hits and been invited to collaborate with the likes of Kanye West and R. Kelly, yet some folks consider you “underrated.” This has been the plight of Syleena Johnson, acclaimed as one of the finest R&B voices to have emerged during the past decade. Having fought the maj or label system to allow her true identity to shine forth, Syleena now steps forward with her most personal statement to date. Her boundary-stretching fifth album, entitled, appropriately enough, Chapter V: Underrated, released September 27, 2011 on Shanachie Entertainment. Easily her best all-around album since her second best-selling album, Underrated shows the full range of Syleena’s talent as it moves from the powerful soul-balladry of songs like “Little Things” to full-on club bangers like the first single, “A Boss.” The result is a rarity in the R&B world these days - a true album that flows through a diverse and satisfying complete listening experience. Every song but one was written or co-written by Syleena. “I’m calling this album Underrated because it was a name chosen by my fans,” Syleena explains. “Also, if you look in Webster’s, the definition of ‘underrated’ is ‘underestimated.’ I feel some of my counterparts in the industry have underestimated me, thinking I wouldn’t make another album past Chapter 2.” Indeed, the album opens with the defiant title track that segues immediatel

Special edition of PLUS Model Radio Thursday with Grammy Nominated R&B singer and co-star of TVOnes's R&B Divas Syleena Johnson ! Syleena is considered one of the best vocalists of our generation, who has scored major R&B hits from collaborates with Kanye West and R. Kelly. This Grammy Nominated singer is also a former full-figured Wilhemina Model! Tune in to hear why Syleena may be “Underrated” but she's still “A Boss”!

Syleens Johnson & UK Author Collin Jordan