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tealmoss.bsky.social @tealmoss.bsky.social · 2d

Today’s Lyric Lounge is a tribute to D’Angelo — the sound of soul in its purest form.
From Brown Sugar to Voodoo, his lyrics still move the world.
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#kblalyriclounge #kbla1580 #dangelo #neosoul

tealmoss.bsky.social @tealmoss.bsky.social · 5d

When you realize the body of work that Keith Sweat has, your singing from start to finish.
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tealmoss.bsky.social @tealmoss.bsky.social · 25d

Tosha closes with Marvin Gaye & Tammi Terrell’s “Ain’t Nothing Like the Real Thing.”

A duet as eternal as love itself.
🎧 Full review now streaming
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#kblalyriclounge #kbla1580 #marvinandtammi

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tealmoss.bsky.social @tealmoss.bsky.social · 26d

Ural brings the chill this week with Rochelle Jordan’s “Lay.”

Your head is always on a swivel
I like it better on my pillow

#kblalyriclounge #kbla1580 #rochellejordan #lay #uralsmoment #rnbvibes #soulfulsounds #chillbreakdown #musicreview #blackmusiclegacy

tealmoss.bsky.social @tealmoss.bsky.social · 27d

Teal’s spotlight: Machine’s “There But for the Grace of God There Go I.”

“Carlos and Carmen Vidal just had a child…”

A 1979 disco groove with social fire danceable and defiant.
🎧 Streaming now on KBLA1580 + all platforms.

#kblalyriclounge #machine #discovibes #classicdisco #kbla1580

tealmoss.bsky.social @tealmoss.bsky.social · Sep 20

Join Tosha, Teal, & Ural. 🎶 They will be diving into a mix of old and new lyrics.
If you’re not in the car listening on the radio, download the KBLA1580 app from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store to tune in live.

📻 4 PM Pacific Standard Time
#kbla1580 #kblalyriclounge #toshatealandural

tealmoss.bsky.social @tealmoss.bsky.social · Sep 16

Tosha connects with Gordon Chambers over Carl Thomas’ “My Valentine.”

Gordon’s pen crafted one of Carl’s most tender confessions.

Tosha unpacks how Gordon captured longing and devotion in a way that only true R&B ballads can.

Now streaming everywhere.

#kblalyriclounge #kbla1580 #gordonchambers

tealmoss.bsky.social @tealmoss.bsky.social · Sep 15

The greatness of Gordon Chambers ✍🏾
From Anita Baker to Brandy, Beyoncé to Usher, his pen shaped R&B.

Now on KBLA’s Lyric Lounge, he joins Tosha, Teal & Ural for a rare convo.

Streaming now.

#kblalyriclounge #kbla1580 #gordonchambers #songwritinglegend

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tealmoss.bsky.social @tealmoss.bsky.social · Sep 13

Today on KBLA’s Lyric Lounge, we dive deep into the words and work of Gordon Chambers.

Because when Gordon writes, he doesn’t just create songs, he creates soundtracks for our lives.

#kblalyriclounge #kbla1580 #gordonchambers

tealmoss.bsky.social @tealmoss.bsky.social · Aug 29

“The Sounds of Crenshaw” isn’t just music, it’s culture.
Terrace Martin built it as a sanctuary for jazz, hip-hop & soul.
Now streaming.

#kblalyriclounge #kbla1580 #terracemartin #soundsofcrenshaw

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tealmoss.bsky.social @tealmoss.bsky.social · Aug 28

This week’s Lyric Lounge guest: Terrace Martin
Grammy-nominated producer, musician, cultural connector.
Bonus: Kenneth Crouch joins to give him his flowers

Legacy, laughter, and lyrical stories.
Now streaming.

#kblalyriclounge #kbla1580 #terracemartin #kennethcrouch

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tealmoss.bsky.social @tealmoss.bsky.social · Aug 26

We sit down with the Grammy nominated producer, saxophonist, and cultural connector to dig into his music, & his journey.

Legendary keyboardist Kenneth Crouch joins the studio to give Terrace his flowers.

Now streaming on all platforms.

#kblalyriclounge #kbla1580 #terracemartin #kennethcrouch

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tealmoss.bsky.social @tealmoss.bsky.social · Aug 23

This weekend on KBLA TALK 1580 KBLA Lyric Lounge With Tosha, Teal & Ural , we are celebrating the opening of the Blue Note Records Los Angeles with Terrace Martin . Be sure to listen Saturday at 4PM PST on KBLA1580 and the KBLA App. #kbla1580 #kblalyriclounge

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tealmoss.bsky.social @tealmoss.bsky.social · Aug 16

This weekend! We’re reairing our Chris Brown episode of KBLA TALK 1580 KBLA Lyric Lounge With Tosha, Teal & Ural #kbla1580 #kblalyriclounge #letthemusicplay #chrisbrown

tealmoss.bsky.social @tealmoss.bsky.social · Aug 16

Teal rewinds to Stevie Wonder’s “Part Time Lover.”
A Motown spy story wrapped in an irresistible groove.
Streaming now.

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tealmoss.bsky.social @tealmoss.bsky.social · Aug 16

Tosha’s track of the week: Muni Long – “Superpowers.”
R&B with elegance and fire.
Streaming now.

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tealmoss.bsky.social @tealmoss.bsky.social · Aug 16

Ural dives into Little Simz “Only” ft. Lydia Kitto.
Lyrical heat over a soulful, floating hook.
Streaming now.”

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tealmoss.bsky.social @tealmoss.bsky.social · Aug 10

Lyric Lounge goes freestyle this week.
Tosha: Muni Long – “Super Power”
Teal: Stevie Wonder – “Part Time Lover”
Ural: Little Simz – “Only”
Streaming now.

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tealmoss.bsky.social @tealmoss.bsky.social · Jul 19

Teal pulls “Miss You” by The Rolling Stones into the Lyric Lounge spotlight.

Now streaming. #kbla1580 #kblalyriclounge

tealmoss.bsky.social @tealmoss.bsky.social · Jul 18

Ural brings Grace Jones’s “Do or Die” to the Lyric Lounge this week.
A 1978 disco banger with fashion, fire, and full-on attitude.
Streaming now.

tealmoss.bsky.social @tealmoss.bsky.social · Jul 18

Tosha’s vibe this week: “Take Me I’m Yours” by Michael Henderson & Rena Scott.
A 1978 slow-burn duet with heart, heat, and harmony.

Now Streaming

tealmoss.bsky.social @tealmoss.bsky.social · Jul 14

Tosha, Teal & Ural dig into the music and magic of the era:
💋 The Rolling Stones sway through heartbreak with “Miss You”
💄 Grace Jones brings the drama and disco with “Do or Die”
❤️‍🔥 Michael Henderson & Rena Scott slow it down with “Take Me I’m Yours”

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tealmoss.bsky.social @tealmoss.bsky.social · Jul 12

This weekend on KBLA TALK 1580 KBLA Lyric Lounge With Tosha, Teal & Ural, the time machine goes to 1978! Be sure to listen Saturday 4PM PST live on KBLA 1580AM or the KBLA App.

#letthemusicmoveyou #letthemusicplay #kbla1580 #kblalyriclounge

tealmoss.bsky.social @tealmoss.bsky.social · Jul 5

Today on Lyric Lounge: the phenomenal Sy Smith joins the show.
From stage to studio, her voice is soul-defined.

Live at 4PM on KBLA1580 and the KBLA app

#kblalyriclounge #kbla1580 #sysmith #neosoulqueen #rnbvibes #femalesoulartist #blackmusicexcellence #singersongwritermagic #kblaexclusive

tealmoss.bsky.social @tealmoss.bsky.social · Jul 5

Ural’s spotlight: “They’re Gonna Hear From Me” by The Whispers.
Walter Scott’s voice says it all—confident, clear, commanding.

Now streaming.

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