Jheri Curl June: Chaka Khan’s “This is My Night”
We're breaking Jheri Curl June protocol in a few ways today: first, because Callie and I were both out of town on a family vacation last Thursday and Friday, we've...
Jheri Curl June: Meli’sa Morgan’s “Fool’s Paradise”
Like last year's Jheri Curl June inductee Vesta Williams, Meli'sa Morgan was a backup singer for Chaka Khan before beginning her solo career. The influence is obvious. Morgan and Khan...
The Prince Issue Podcast with Guest Erika Peterson
As you may have heard, we recently launched a physical magazine, the first issue of which is dedicated to eclectic art and writing inspired by the music of Prince. So,...
Jheri Curl June: Vesta Williams’ “Once Bitten Twice Shy”
Similar to Monday's Jheri Curl June inductee, Pennye Ford, Vesta Williams also began her career as a backup and session singer for various artists, including Chaka Khan. Her 1986 solo debut,...
Dystopian Book Club Podcast, Jheri Curl June Edition: The Memoirs of Rick James
It didn't take a stroke of genius to come up with the idea for this year's Jheri Curl June podcast. Rick James may be the most important architect of the...
Women’s History Month: Rufus and Chaka Khan’s “I’m a Woman (I’m a Backbone)”
Chaka Khan needs no introduction. The woman is a powerhouse, a former Black Panther, she can play the drums, has struggled with substance abuse and come out victorious, is 63 years...