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Get ready to step onto the dance floor and into the vibrant world of New Jersey House Music! In our podcast, "BLACK HOUSE BLACK JOY", we invite you to meet...
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Get ready to step onto the dance floor and into the vibrant world of New Jersey House Music! In our podcast, "BLACK HOUSE BLACK JOY", we invite you to meet the DJs, dancers, emcees, and activists who have made this community what it is today. From the iconic Zanzibar nightclub to the present-day festival, we explore the history and evolution of this beloved musical genre.
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29 JUN 2023 · Our storytellers take us on a journey ranging from the allure of Club Zanzibar, the captivating art of vogue, the sacredness of the dance floor as a place of worship, the profound legacy of disco, and of course to the vibrant city of Newark.
22 JUN 2023 · Join producer Jamara Wakefield as she sits down with Kym Mazelle, a true trailblazer of house music in the UK and Europe. Renowned as The First Lady of House Music.
15 JUN 2023 · Our producer Shayna Wakefield as she sits down with Dynelle Rhodes, one-half of the iconic duo and the daughter of the late Izora Armstead. In this compelling podcast, Dynelle shares intimate details about her mother's journey and the origin of The Weathers Girls.
8 JUN 2023 · Club Zanzibar was a dance club that opened in 1979 at 430 Broad Street in Newark, New Jersey. Its presence in Downtown Newark was noted for its influence on house music and garage house genres and scene.That legacy lives on in New Jersey in its House Music Club scene and now booming festival culture that extends throughout the state. What are the differences in each dance space? Our storytellers bring us the pros and cons of each space. We also hear the Lincoln Park and Weequahic Park origin stories. These festivals were built with the goal of building up Black communities in Newark. Will these spaces continue to thrive without funding? As we look to the future are these spaces at risk? Listen and share your thoughts with us on social media.Storytellers in the order of appearance:Dr. Jasmine HenryDJ Omar AbdallahCharles MitchellDJ Jihad MuhammadJamara WakefieldDJ Mix MashSpecial thanks to our In The Wake production team: Producer Shayna Wakefield, Editor Kayleigh Hepworth, Associate Producers Chantaya King & Natalya Dumont. Photography by Cano El Nene Music by DJ Ron V and Rasmir MantreeBlack House Black Joy podcast is the production of WBGO Studios with production assistance from Corey Goldberg, Billy Robinson, and Stevan Smith.If you are enjoying this content please leave us a review on Apple podcasts.Follow us on social media:www.twitter.com/HouseMusicNJwww.instagram.com/BlackHouseBlackJoywww. facebook.com/BlackHouseBlackJoyOur podcast is the perfect companion to the…
1 JUN 2023 · For New Jersey House Heads, the dance floor is more than just a place to move their bodies to the beat. It's a space where they can fully immerse themselves in the music, connect with others who share their passion, and experience a sense of community and belonging. In this episode, we listen to the New Jersey-based dancers and creatives who view this space as sacred and life-changing.
Get ready to step onto the dance floor and into the vibrant world of New Jersey House Music! In our podcast, "BLACK HOUSE BLACK JOY", we invite you to meet...
show more
Get ready to step onto the dance floor and into the vibrant world of New Jersey House Music! In our podcast, "BLACK HOUSE BLACK JOY", we invite you to meet the DJs, dancers, emcees, and activists who have made this community what it is today. From the iconic Zanzibar nightclub to the present-day festival, we explore the history and evolution of this beloved musical genre.
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