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Soul Train, Arsenio, and Showtime At the Apollo: How Black TV Revolutionized Music Culture
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Soul Train, Arsenio, and Showtime At the Apollo: How Black TV Revolutionized Music Culture

Join DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray on this episode of Queue Points podcast as they take a nostalgic look at classic TV shows that served as crucial platforms for Black musicians. From the importance of 'Soul Train' and 'The Arsenio Hall Show' to 'Pump It Up' with Dee Barnes and 'Showtime at the Apollo,' the hosts explore how these shows provided much-needed visibility for Black artists. The episode also touches on memorable moments and influential figures from these iconic programs. 

Topics: #SoulTrain #ArsenioHall #PumpItUp #DeeBarnes #ApolloTheater #BlackPodcasters #BlackMusic #MusicPodcast

Chapters

00:00 Intro Theme

00:16 Welcome and Nostalgia

00:35 The Struggles of Black Artists on TV

04:44 The Rise of Soul Train

05:10 Soul Train's Cultural Impact

09:40 Late Night TV and Arsenio Hall

13:49 Pump It Up and Dee Barnes

16:41 Showtime at the Apollo

18:42 David Peaston's Journey

22:02 Conclusion and Call to Action

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Queue Points is the Black Podcasting Award and Ambie Award nominated music podcast that is dropping the needle on Black Music history and celebrating Black music through meaningful dialogue. The show is hosted by DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray. Visit https://queuepoints.com to learn more.