Sekend: From Berklee to Kanye West, Elton John & Stevie Wonder
27/06/2026 | 38 mins.
Singer, songwriter and producer Sekend joins Musicians Reveal with Joe Kelley to discuss his musical journey from Dallas to Berklee College of Music and ultimately to recording with Kanye West, Elton John, Stevie Wonder and Kirk Franklin. He shares stories about Sunday Service, studio sessions, Motown, performing the National Anthem, and building his own career as an artist
Shel Riser (Sonnyboy) – Minneapolis Music Scene, Mazarati & Live Performances (2004) | Part 1
23/06/2026 | 1h 8 mins.
From the Upper Room archives, Joe Kelley welcomes Shel Riser of Sonnyboy for an in-studio interview and live performance recorded in 2004. Shel discusses his move to Minneapolis, performing with Maserati, working with Malia Franklin, the Prince-era music scene, building Sonnyboy, and life as an independent artist. The episode also includes live acoustic performances recorded in studio. Part 1 of a two-part conversation.
Elisa Fiorillo: Prince, New Music, The NPG & Purple Tapestry
21/06/2026 | 51 mins.
Singer, songwriter and former New Power Generation vocalist Elisa Fiorillo joins Musicians Reveal with Joe Kelley. Elisa discusses her new single "Clear Blue Skies," performing with the Minneapolis Funk All-Stars, memories of Prince, the surprising advice Prince gave her as a songwriter, her upcoming memoir Purple Tapestry, and the next phase of her musical journey. She also shares stories about recording with Prince, touring, songwriting, family, and the inspiration behind her newest music. Recorded June 2026. Hosted by Joe Kelley. On air since 1982.
Spellbound | 30 Years of Friendship, Funk & Independent Music
19/06/2026 | 33 mins.
Bobby Moon and Paul Pablo Thomas of Spellbound join Musicians Reveal with Joe Kelley to discuss more than three decades of friendship, music, creativity, and independent artistry. The conversation explores the band's origins, musical influences, songwriting process, live performances, the changing music industry, and their latest release, Life 101. Originally recorded in 2026.
Gary Hines (Sounds of Blackness) | Minneapolis Music, Dr. King & Message Music | 2007 Archive
16/06/2026 | 21 mins.
Originally recorded in 2007. Joe Kelley welcomes Gary Hines, founder and leader of Grammy Award-winning Sounds of Blackness. Gary discusses the group's album Kings and Queens: Message Music From The Movement, the lasting influence of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., attending King's funeral, growing up in Yonkers, New York, and the rich musical history of Minneapolis. The conversation also explores Ann Nesby's role in Sounds of Blackness, community activism through music, legendary Minneapolis clubs, and the mission that has guided Sounds of Blackness for decades. Topics include: Sounds of Blackness Kings and Queens Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Minneapolis music history Ann Nesby Message music Community activism Gospel, soul, funk and R&B Kirby Puckett Minnesota music culture
Since 1982, Musicians Reveal with Joe Kelley has spotlighted iconic and rising artists in funk, soul, R&B, and Prince’s musical family.
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