Classics 2pm to 3pm

0. THE YOUNG RACSALS – Groovin’ [On A Sunday Afternoon] – 1967 – Atlantic – 584111
1. CENTRAL LINE – Walking Into Sunshine – 1981 – Mercury Records
2. THE CONCEPT – Mr DJ – 1985 – Tuckwood Records
3. BEVELEY KNIGHT – Sista Sista – 1999 – EMI Records
4. MICHAEL JACKSON – It’s The Falling In Love – 1979 – Epic Records
5. EDDIE KENDRICKS – He’s A Friend –1976 / 2010 –Tamla Motown / BBE

Classic Reggae Selection

6. AJ FRANKLYN – Go Away Dream – 19?? – Jet Star
7. DON RICARDO – Used To Me My Girl – 19?? – Jet Star
8. TRACY – Your House – 19?? – Jet Star

Two Step Corner

9. TEEN DREAM – When You Find A Love – 1989 – Muscle Shoals Sound Records
10. GLADYS KNIGHT & THE PIPS – Neither One Of Us – 1972 – Motown
11. ANGIE STONE – No More Rain (In This Cloud) – 1999 – Arista Records

Classics + New Music 3pm to 4pm

12. LINDA TAYLOR – You And Me Just Started – 1982 – Groove Production Ltd.
13. GREG HENDERSON – Dreamin’ – 1982 – SAM Records
14. VERNON BURCH – Lovely Lady –1982–Spector Records International

New Music

15. TREY SONGZ – Already Taken – Atlantic
16. CHRIS YOUNGBLOOD – Spend Your Life – Soul Unsigned
17. ETANA – Happy Heart – VP Records

Birthday File

18. HAROLD MELVIN & THE BLUENOTES – Don’t Give Me Up – 1984 – London Records
19. LIONEL RICHIE – Why – 2006 – Def Jam Records
20. BRENDA HOLLOWAY – You’ve Made Me So Very Happy – 1967 – Motown

21. SWING OUT SISTER – Where Our Love Grows – 2004 – Shanachie Records
22. SIJI – Feels Like – 2004– BBE Records
23. RAPHAEL SAADIQ – Detroit Girl– 2004 – Pookie Entertainment

LISTEN AGAIN: Catch Baby Blue on Drivetime with Lynnike and Sefa - 4-7pm

Baby Blue is a young artist with a difference. She is not looking for instant glorification or hoping to be relevant just for today, but rather has an aim to sustain longevity.

Blue, as she is affectionately known, started rapping while at school, when friends decided to form a group and needed a female voice. Although she originally wanted to become an actress, being a part of the group inspired her to start writing songs. After being invited to record at Raw Materials studio, Blue recorded a solo track called ‘I Woulda’, which was inspired by her cousin’s gang-related death in the US. The track was given to various DJs and received a great amount of support and airplay.

At the age of 19 she sent her music to successful fellow UK artist Estelle, who immediately invited Blue to New York to record the song ‘Hey Girl’ featuring John Legend, as well as another track for Estelle’s debut album ‘The 18th Day,’ and featured in the video for the hit ‘1980.’ Later that year, Blue released the mixtape ‘Out of the Blue Vol I’ (with Volume II released two years later) which featured Estelle, members of So Solid Crew, Shystie, Sway, and Akala, who were all respected underground artists. Her first solo music video was for the single ‘Sometimes,’ which was released to push Vol II of the mixtape.

Baby Blue, whose name came about because she would sport everything from clothing to contact lenses in the colour baby blue, has a sound that fuses Hip-hop with Grime, R&B and Pop, which creates an international sound for all markets. She intends to create amazing music that stands the test of time worldwide.

The highlight of Blue’s career to date has been working with British legends Madness on their comeback single ‘Sorry’ in 2007, also featuring Sway. Once again she proved to be the special female element needed to make the song a success.

In order to arm herself with the necessary tools needed to survive in the industry, Blue moved to New York City for a year, to learn the business side of music. There, she networked with industry professionals and built up her own work ethic. Part of her learning process saw her tour with Estelle for four months, travelling around the US and Europe to gain further knowledge as well as honing her skills as a songwriter.

Having previously worked with others, such as Ms Dynamite, Kardinal Offishall, and Idris Elba, 2010 will be Blue’s time to shine on her own, with an album slated for release, showcasing an innovative and unique sound. As someone who is described as down-to-earth, and a future entrepreneur who is passionate about music, Baby Blue hopes to make her mark further by collaborating with giants of music - Jay-Z, Nas and the legendary Stevie Wonder. Watch this space!

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WIN tickets to the WOMAD Festival Charlton Park 23rd - 25th July

To win tickets to this FANTASTIC festival, stay locked to our Facebook group ‘bang 103.FM True to the Streets

WOMAD festival returns this summer with another exciting and diverse line-up of world artists. Headlining this year’s festival is Malian afro-pop star Salif Keita, the world-famous Drummers of Burundi and indigenous Australian superstar Geoffrey Gurrumul Yunupingu.

Also joining this year’s line-up are the extraordinary Congolese street musicians Staff Benda Bilili, Jamaican star (and Massive Attack collaborator) Horace Andy with reggae group Dub Asante, Australian/Anglo institution Rolf Harris and his band and the glorious, home-grown talent of the Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain.

Others artists confirmed are; Afro Celt Sound System (UK), Alim Qasimov Ensemble (Azerbaijan), The Bays & Heritage Orchestra (UK), Bibi Tanga & The Selenites (Central African Republic/France), La BrassBanda (Germany), Calypso Rose (Tobago), Dan Sultan (Australia), Dobet Gnahore (Cote D’Ivoire), Don Letts (UK), Poirier feat. Face T (Canada/Jamaica), Hanggai (China), Imelda May (Ireland), Justin Adams & Juldeh Camara (UK/Gambia), The Kamkars (Iran), LA-33 (Colombia), Lepisto & Lehti (Finland), Little Axe (USA), Mayra Andrade (Cape Verde), Nouvelle Vague (France), Novalima (Peru), Orchestra Poly-Rythmo de Cotonou (Benin), Rango (Egypt), Sentimento Gypsy Paganini (Hungary), Steven Sogo (Burundi), Syriana (UK/Ireland/Algeria/Jordan/Palestine), Tanya Tagaq (Canada) Toumast (Niger).

Festival director Chris Smith said, ‘I’m thrilled with how the line-up for 2010’s festival is shaping up with many more names to come. Whilst announcing which artists will be appearing at any WOMAD festival is always exciting, this year it’s tinged with sadness due to the recent loss of DJ Charlie Gillett. Charlie was a prominent member of the WOMAD family from the very first festival and he will be greatly missed. His passion for the discovery and championing of new world artists and musicians was simply unparalleled and we look forward to celebrating his life in true WOMAD style at Charlton Park this year.’

WOMAD is so much more than just a first class world music festival and returning this year will be the popular ‘Taste the World’ tent where some of the artists will show off their cooking prowess and which, more often than not, turns into a impromptu gig. The Drum and Dance Tent will make a welcome return with favourites such as early-bird yoga sessions and salsa lessons on offer. And for those who fancy a luxurious moment to themselves and a scrub up, the WOMAD spa, complete with treatments, spa pools, great showers and a cocktail bar, is the place to go.

WOMAD promises to be bigger and better for kids and young people than ever before. The World of Kids will have the usual comprehensive programme of workshops, entertainment and activities being held throughout the weekend and the magnificent Children’s Parade through the arena will be one of the festival highlights. WOMAD continues its well established place as the best festival for the whole family, by allowing all children 13 years and under, in for free.

WOMAD returns this summer to Charlton Park in Malmesbury, Wiltshire, from 23 to 25 July 2010. Tickets are on sale now.

The WOMAD Festival experience is not about the familiar, the tried and tested; its essence is in the discovery and enjoyment of a totally unexpected artist or a style of music which would never otherwise have been encountered. It’s a magical, musical melting pot, enriching all who

Catch Jayess with Maz on The Gospel Showcase - Sunday 9-11am

Jalil Saheeb aka Jayess grew up in East London and discovered his gift as a rapper at the age of 14, he began making tapes in his front room with his brothers and child hood friend Dylan aka Dizzee Rascal, free-styling over instrumentals. Jalil then moved from Bow Boys secondary school to Langdon Park where he took on board music and began composing his own music.
After finishing secondary school Jalil attend Leyton Sixth Form College and met a few guys who rapped, quickly forming a rap group called The Artillery Squad. Jalil linked up with his cousin Aggi Dukes who had a record label called Flatline Records, and later formed a band and performed everywhere from the Jazz Cafe to the MOBO unsigned finals in 2003.
After five years of rapping in the secular industry, JayEss became a Christian and initially quit music altogether later on in his new found faith he felt led to use this gift of rap to spread a positive message through music.
Two years on, he has gained a reputation as one of the most powerful and significant lyricists on the UK scene, a spokesperson to his generation and beyond.
JayEss has shared the stage with DA T.R.U.T.H. Lecrae, Canton Jones, Flame, Jamelia, Iceberg slim and Dizzee Rascal.

Don’t miss The Lounge Total Request Show - Tuesday 9pm

Back by popular demand this week on The Lounge it is our Total Request Show, so email us your song request, facebook us, tweet us or just call us live in the studio and we will try to play a song of your choice.

So, what are you waiting for, send us your song request, Artist and who it is dedicated to, and we will play it live on air for you.

That’s the Lounge this Tuesday from 9-10pm

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