Musicians Reveal with Joe Kelley

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Amani Roberts on the Rise, Fall & Legacy of Legendary R&B Groups
18/05/2026 | 40 mins.
Author, DJ, educator, and music historian Amani Roberts joins Musicians Reveal with Joe Kelley for an in-depth conversation about the power, passion, and lasting impact of legendary R&B groups.
Amani discusses his new book The Quiet Storm: A Historical & Cultural Analysis of the Power, Passion & Pain of R&B Groups, exploring the stories behind iconic acts including New Edition, The Isley Brothers, Earth, Wind & Fire, Kool & The Gang, Parliament Funkadelic, Atlantic Starr, Tony! Toni! Toné!, The Commodores, Sly & The Family Stone, and many more.
The conversation also dives into:
The rise and decline of R&B groups
The Telecommunications Act of 1996
Quiet Storm radio history
Music industry politics
Record deals and artist education
DJ culture and classic soul music
Legendary concerts and live performances
The evolution of modern R&B

Amani also reflects on growing up in the DMV music scene, discovering New Edition, the influence of Bell Biv DeVoe, and why classic R&B groups still shape music today.
🎙️ Musicians Reveal with Joe Kelley has been on air since 1982 — long before podcasts existed — featuring legendary funk, R&B, soul, and Prince-associated artists.
Elisa Fiorillo of Prince’s NPG & Tyler Reese | Dease & Reese Radio Archive
12/05/2026 | 37 mins.
In this rare 2014 radio archive interview, Elisa Fiorillo of Prince & The NPG joins Joe Kelley alongside guitarist Tyler Reese to discuss their Dease & Reese project Life In 20, working with Prince, touring, songwriting, Berklee College of Music, Pat Metheny, and balancing life on and off the stage.
Elisa shares stories about rehearsing with Prince, performing with Shelby J and Liv Warfield, and the pressures of being part of the NPG, while Tyler discusses his musical journey and guitar influences.
Originally aired on Musicians Reveal with Joe Kelley.
Abby Franklin on Prince, Michael Jackson, Musicology & Life Behind the Scenes
10/05/2026 | 1h 5 mins.
On air since 1982. Interviewing artists for decades—long before podcasts existed.
Legendary wardrobe stylist Abby Franklin joins Musicians Reveal with Joe Kelley to share unforgettable stories from inside the worlds of Prince, Michael Jackson, Bon Jovi, Drake, Katy Perry, and more.
Abby reflects on working alongside Prince for over a decade—from Musicology and One Nite Alone to the legendary 21 Nights in London residency and Welcome 2 America.
She shares rare behind-the-scenes stories about:
Meeting Prince for the first time
Creating last-minute wardrobe looks under pressure
Prince’s creative genius and perfectionism
Musicology tour memories
Dressing room culture backstage
Michael Jackson rehearsals for This Is It
The reality of touring life
Paisley Park memories and the vault

One of the most revealing and entertaining conversations yet on Musicians Reveal.
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On air since 1982.
Prince’s Lotusflow3r Website Designers Reveal the Vision Behind It
03/05/2026 | 24 mins.
Before streaming became the standard, Prince was already rethinking how artists connect directly with fans.
In this rare archive interview, the designers behind his Lotusflow3r website — Scott Addison Clay and Anthony Malzone — share what it was like working directly with Prince to create one of the most ambitious digital music experiences of its time.
Originally recorded in 2009, this conversation explores how the Lotusflow3r platform blended music, storytelling, and interactivity into something far beyond a traditional artist website.
They discuss:
• How they were personally recruited by Prince
• The creative vision behind the “interactive world” concept
• Launch night and overwhelming global traffic
• The balance between art, technology, and user experience
• Prince’s forward-thinking approach to digital music
• Early ideas around exclusive content and direct fan access
This is a fascinating look at an artist who consistently pushed boundaries — not just musically, but technologically.

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On air since 1982 — long before podcasts — Musicians Reveal brings you real conversations with the artists, musicians, and industry voices behind the music.
Frankie “Kash” Waddy – P-Funk Drummer on Touring, Groove & Music Life
28/04/2026 | 23 mins.
In this early 2000s radio archive interview, legendary drummer Frankie “Kash” Waddy of Parliament-Funkadelic shares insights into life on the road, the discipline behind the groove, and what it takes to sustain a career at the highest level.
A Rock and Roll Hall of Fame member with P-Funk, Waddy discusses touring up to 250 days a year, developing his own sound, and stepping into the spotlight with his solo project Kash Up Front.
From funk to rock to hip-hop influences, this conversation offers a rare, firsthand look inside the mindset of one of the most respected drummers in the game.

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About Musicians Reveal with Joe Kelley

Since 1982, Musicians Reveal with Joe Kelley has spotlighted iconic and rising artists in funk, soul, R&B, and Prince’s musical family. From its roots on NPR affiliate WVOF 88.5 FM to its thriving YouTube channel (17.2k subscribers, 8.1 Million views), the show delivers soulful, in-depth interviews with legends and unsung pioneers alike. 🎤 Hosted by Veteran music host and interviewer Joe Kelley, the show has featured: Rock & Roll Hall of Famers & Grammy winners Larry Graham, Mavis Staples, Patrice Rushen, Victor Wooten, Cyndi Lauper Members of Prince’s Revolution, New Power Generation, The Time, and more Icons from Zapp, Cameo, P-Funk, and beyond 🎶 In 2004, Prince featured Musicians Reveal on his NPG Music Club and invited Joe to premiere his One Nite Alone… box set in 2002—before any other media outlet. New interviews weekly. 🎧 Listen and Watch now and explore music history with the artists who shaped it. 🎧 More from Musicians Reveal with Joe Kelley: YouTube (Full Interviews + Daily Content): https://www.youtube.com/@musiciansreveal 🎶 NEW! Musicians Reveal Radio on Live365 (24/7 Artist Music & Archives): https://live365.com/station/Musicians-Reveal-Radio-a25049 Website (Episodes, Guest Info, and Contact): https://musiciansreveal.com Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1rQAZZtdU2cZB6EeleSZ8J Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/musicians-reveal/id1545165178

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