This special We Sound Crazy x Can We Talk R&B crossover episode is the ultimate 2024 R&B year-end recap and mashup you’ve been waiting for! Join the We Sound Crazy crew and Can We Talk R&B host, Ian Von, for Part Two as we celebrate the highs, the vibes, and the breakthroughs in R&B this year. From the hottest tracks to the most iconic moments in the culture, this power-packed episode dives deep into what made 2024 unforgettable for R&B lovers. Be sure to check out part two on the Can We Talk R&B YouTube channel and everywhere podcasts are heard.

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🎙️ Hosted & Created by: Ian Von

🚀 Produced by: Launch Pod Studio

🎥 Shot & Edited by: Lazy Pickle Studios

📲 Presented by: Revolt Podcast Network

00:00:00 : Introduction

00:01:10 : Welcome to the Special Episode

00:02:12 : R&B Tours Discussion

00:07:04 : Favorite Shows of the Year

00:08:19 : New Faces in R&B

00:09:35 : PJ Morton’s Tour Review

00:11:21 : New and Veteran R&B Artists in Tiny Desk Performances

00:16:46 : Memorable performances and festivals attended

00:18:12 : Discussing the album of the year candidates

00:21:19 : Impact of recent events on Diddy's music and career

00:25:18 : Discussion about specific songs

00:26:04 : Context of artists' behavior and music choices

00:27:00 : Personal boundaries and listening preferences

00:28:02 : Debate over listening to R. Kelly

00:31:50 : R. Kelly's influence on R&B

00:32:34 : Discussion on best music catalogs by decades

00:34:10 : Female artists' impact in the 80s and 90s

00:35:15 : Male and female artists' contributions in the 2000s

00:36:41 : Shifting focus to songwriting and different artists in the 2000s

00:38:02 : Final thoughts on the dominant artists of the 2000s

00:38:37 : Discussing Contributions to Music

00:39:01 : Top Music Artists by Decade

00:40:00 : Usher vs. Justin Timberlake

00:42:00 : Impactful Albums of the 2000s

00:42:59 : Rihanna’s Influence on Music

00:45:00 : Drake’s Recent Controversies

00:47:30 : Kendrick Lamar and His Album GNX

00:49:00 : The Drake vs. Kendrick Rivalry

00:50:00 : Critique on Drake’s Evolution in Hip Hop

00:51:00 : Debating Drake’s Role in R&B

00:52:47 : Evaluating the newer generation of R&B artists

00:54:05 : Top five new school R&B artists

01:01:32 : Disparities in music industry recognition and success between black and white artists

01:07:06 : Tribute to greats lost this year: Quincy Jones and others

01:08:04 : Legacy and versatility of Quincy Jones

01:09:33 : Impact of streaming and platforms on creative freedom

01:12:02 : The enduring appeal of R&B and adult audiences

01:13:50 : Growing influence of southern soul music

01:15:00 : Importance of grassroots in black music

01:16:44 : Anticipated tours for 2025

01:18:04 : Favorite moments of 2024

01:20:04 : Highlight moments on "We Sound Crazy" and "Can We Talk R&B?"

01:21:06 : Guest introduction - R.L.

01:21:15 : Importance of music and behind-the-scenes conversations

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