This week’s #FreedomThursday show is a full-body groove through the legends. Curated by ChuckDiesal and aired live on Color Music Radio, this episode honors the icons who shaped generations across soul, R&B, pop, jazz, and hip hop.

From the electric shouts of Little Richard’s “Land of a Thousand Dances” to the heartfelt soul of Aretha Franklin’s “Until You Come Back to Me,” this mix flows through emotion, energy, and excellence. We ride through the layers of Marvin Gaye’s “Inner City Blues,” float with Anita Baker’s “Angel,” and tap into nostalgic cuts like “All Night Long” by Lionel Richie and “Give Me the Night” by George Benson.

Instrumental heads will appreciate joints from J Live, Flying Lotus, and Danger Mouse. And for the grown folks? Smooth classics from Sade, Al Green, Teddy Pendergrass, and Gladys Knight & the Pips bring that Sunday morning spirit.

This isn’t just a playlist. It’s a soundscape curated by a Chicago-born storyteller, a global traveler who understands how certain voices move the world. Whether it’s soul shifting lyrics or melodies that transport you, this episode is a salute to the artists who made the culture and the ones who continue to influence it.

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