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Musicians RevealFunk, Soul, R&B, and Prince Legacy Interviews with Joe Kelley Author: Joe Kelley Musicians Reveal Podcast
Since 1982, Musicians Reveal with Joe Kelley has spotlighted iconic and rising artists in funk, soul, R&B, and Princes musical family. From its roots on NPR affiliate WVOF 88.5 FM to its thriving YouTube channel (14.3K subscribers, 5.6M views), the show delivers soulful, in-depth interviews with legends and unsung pioneers alike. Hosted by Veteran music host and interviewer Joe Kelley, the show has featured: Rock & Roll Hall of Famers & Grammy winners Larry Graham, Mavis Staples, Patrice Rushen, Victor Wooten, Cyndi Lauper Members of Princes Revolution, New Power Generation, The Time, and more Icons from Zapp, Cameo, P-Funk, and beyond In 2004, Prince featured Musicians Reveal on his NPG Music Club and invited Joe to premiere his One Nite Alone box set in 2002before any other media outlet. New interviews weekly. Listen and Watch now and explore music history with the artists who shaped it. More from Musicians Reveal with Joe Kelley: YouTube (Full Interviews Daily Content): https://www.youtube.com/@musiciansreveal NEW! Musicians Reveal Radio on Live365 (24/7 Artist Music & Archives): https://live365.com/station/Musicians-Reveal-Radio-a25049 Website (Episodes, Guest Info, and Contact): https://musiciansreveal.com Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1rQAZZtdU2cZB6EeleSZ8J Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/musicians-reveal/id1545165178 Language: en Genres: Music, Music Commentary, Music Interviews Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Chris Calzone on Prince, The Minneapolis Sound & Building a Modern Funk Style
Sunday, 8 March, 2026
Multi-instrumentalist, songwriter, and producer Chris Calzone joins Musicians Reveal with Joe Kelley to talk about his new music, the influence of the Minneapolis Sound, and the legendary artists who shaped his funk style.Blending funk, punk, ska, and synth-driven grooves, Chris has created a modern sound inspired by icons like Prince, André Cymone, Larry Graham, and Sly Stone.In this interview Chris breaks down how discovering Prince’s deeper catalog influenced his approach to bass, songwriting, and groove. He also discusses the creative process behind his latest music including songs from his new project “Let’s Rock.”Chris and Joe also explore the philosophies of great musicians, the role of bass in funk music, and how independent artists are building new audiences in today’s digital music landscape.If you love Prince, funk music, the Minneapolis Sound, or discovering new artists carrying the funk tradition forward, this conversation is for you.Timestamps00:00 Introduction to Chris Calzone and South Carolina's Music Scene 03:10 The Local Live Music Scene and Originality Challenges 06:15 Creating Let’s Rock and Musical Influences 09:13 Punk and Ska Influences in Chris's Music 12:02 Bass Influences and Collaborations 15:08 The Minneapolis Sound and Prince's Impact 18:12 Family Musical Legacy and Collaborations 21:03 Social Media Presence and Music Philosophy 24:02 Recording Process and Creative Mechanisms 32:26 Exploring Reggae Rhythms 33:30 Dream Collaborations in Music 34:45 Influences and Inspirations from Prince 36:56 The Future of Live Performances 39:39 The Economics of Music and Streaming 42:17 Prince’s Vault: What Fans Want 46:28 The Importance of Music Packaging 47:43 The Journey of an ArtistAbout Musicians Reveal with Joe KelleyMusicians Reveal with Joe Kelley is a long-running music interview platform featuring legendary and emerging artists from the worlds of funk, R&B, soul, and Prince’s musical universe.On air since 1982, the program spans five decades of music history. Prince personally spotlighted the show on his website in 2004, and in 2002 he gifted the program the One Nite Alone box set before any other media outlet.Previously known as Upper Room with Joe Kelley, the show continues its mission of documenting music history through conversations with the artists themselves.-Support Chris CalzoneBandcamp: https://bandcamp.com YouTube: Chris Calzone Music Instagram: @ChrisCalzoneMusicExplore the Musicians Reveal UniverseFull Interviews: https://www.youtube.com/@musiciansreveal 24/7 Funk, Soul & Prince World Radio: https://live365.com/station/Musicians Official Website: https://musiciansreveal.com
