WBPM NetRADIO has been streaming music since 2004. As a licensed internet broadcaster, WBPM NetRADIO has been legally streaming music to the planet. It has been an eye opener discovering where all of you are listening from.
Here you will find multi-genre mix sets created to your listening pleasure. Some are “themed” (meaning sometimes the set titles are a hint). Since the pandemic, (remember that?) it was decided to double down on creating sets that can be enjoyed while doing what you do – or thinking about what you used to do. Those sets were produced to “help us make it to the other side”. That continues. Consider these sets “sonic soul food”. WBPM NetRADIO streams R&B, House Music, Jazz – in general, beats from around the planet. Remixes of originals are especially employed as part of non-stop sets not heard on other streaming platforms.
Here you will hear new indie cuts and rarely heard songs.
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WBPM NetRADIO is into “the mix”. That part where one song ends and the next begins. Some of us feel its no big deal but consider this,,, when the mix is juuust right, you can feel it. Especially when what comes next is unexpected.
You will hear remixes of well known classics and cuts from the global stage. This is music of or influenced by the Diaspora. Enjoy!
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The Originators continue to transition… We’ve lost Jerry Butler, Chris Jasper (The Isley Bros.) #Roberta Flack and #Gwen McCrae this week and its been a little over two years since the passing of my friend Joyce Sims. Deepest condolences to ALL who’ve known them. I’m becoming more aware of how fortunate I’ve been to witness their brilliance. I’ll admit it is still still kinda hard to play the last track Joyce sent to me – her remake of “What You Won’t Do For Love”. But, its in this set. I’ve also included Ms. Flack and Gwen McCrae. This set should help you get through your commute, workout, tasks at hand or some part of your day. So keep it positive, be intentional, stay sane but don’t forget to grab and hold on to that and those who bring you joy!
Sometimes we need sonic re-enforcement, re-fortification, a re-up of sorts. I know I did when I started this set!! I reached back and pulled up some of my favorite cuts and played with them a bit. Hope you were able to see the latest Questlove documentary. Learn something new every day… I was reminded of how Sly & The Family Stone cuts made me feel when they came out. I played with some of them in this set. To me, it seems I unconsciously picked tracks that were either ironically timely or timeless for this set. The genres (#house, #funk, Old School #Hip hop, #R&B and even some #Jazz) used in this set cross through time… Yet speaks so much to what I see “today”. Think about it while you enjoy the beats…
People respond to things for a lot of reasons in a number of ways. Some lash out, some reach within. Some sit and think. Some search out comfort foods. Others fortify via sound. Be it jazz, funk, chill grooves whatever… in “these times” I’ll sharing some House with you as food for thoughts (yet again…). This set is especially for those who are on the line, “Not Goin’ Nowhere!” and building communities. You know who you are. This is my way of giving back.
Enjoy!
-B
I have a friend, a DJ. Cool dude. He picked up a new pair of headphones… Same model as mine. You can go wired or bluetooth with them – which is great when you want to step away from the board but not miss a note. But he has yet to take them out of the box. I’ve been asking how he likes them = For MONTHS!! He’s got a lot going on I know. But I’m hoping the sound of music through these things will help ease his days. I’ve been talking about how they sound so much better than my other “cans” (not gonna mention brand names…). Anything to get him to open the box. No luck. So as promised, (told ya I was gonna do this…), here’s a set that will let you hear what those headphones can do (but you have to put them on heheheheh) Oh yeah, check out the sound cancelling mode. Sweet!
Peace!
P.S.: For everyone else, feel free to listen…
Just know, the better the gear for your ears the better you will hear with your ears đŸ˜‰
Well, here we go… on our way on another trip around the sun… Hope you are ready for the ride. If not, might wanna work on that. This is the latest set as I continue in search of the perfect beat(s). #Multi-genre, #R&B, #Funk, #Jazz Dance hits blended together while we get it together. Reaching back to include Stevie Wonder, Stokely, Flytones, Marvin Gaye, Jill Scott, J Dilla, BG Baarregard, Steve Miggedy Maestro, A Tribe Called Quest, Whodini and more, reminds me of those days. Am I the only one who experiences “sonic flashbacks”? Like French? The set starts off with a special mix of Al B. Sure doing “Night & Day” in French and English. I’m curious and would like to know: what do you think? Enjoy!
Hello? How are you? I’m seeing/feeling things in a “3rd person” kinda way these days… But c’est la vie! This time, for this set, I’m bouncing through decades of sounds. You’ll hear brand new cuts, the man known as the “5th Beatle”, alternate versions of classic cuts and another of my Jazz favorites. I’m curious. I’ve been twisting knobs and pushing faders again. So, I’d appreciate if you’d let me know how the music sounds/feels to you okay? Do subscribe and let me know where you are when you listen in the comments section. (Sometimes it feels like we’re “yellin’ in the dark”.) Hello?
The O’Jays sang there was a “Message In The Music”. Some give reverence to the drum (that’s coming from a historical perspective kids). Others focus on the words. Each plays a role. George Clinton’s words have tickled many a brain when he said “Pay attention!” So should we all. Here’s the first session, designed to give you room to chew on these foods for thoughts. Many are restored original cuts (and some tracks show it!!). Think about the questions raised, statements and affirmations presented here and how they may even apply to “little ole you”.
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It’s something about “da muzic”. When the world seems nutso cray-cray it points the way – gives foods for thoughts and helps the moods. So in these coming days in our collective times, I submit to you fellow human this set for you to Enjoy! Subscribe now to catch the next extended “thoughout the day” set!
Sonic medicine for the minds out there that may be feeling a bit abused lately. The attending physicians include War, George Duke, Ramsey Lewis, Stanley Clarke, Parliament/Funkadelic, Gil Scott-Heron, The Ohio Players, Digable Planets, DJ Spinna, EW&F, Don Cherry, Marcus Miller, Jazzanova and a few others. Hope you feel better enough to subscribe in time to catch Music Therapy Part 1!!
This is the set for getting from “A” to “B”. A mixed set of House, R&B remixes of some familiar grooves including performances by Brass Construction, The Crown Heights Affair (IYKYK – INL&FO!), EW&F and Pleasure. Crystal Waters, Ce Ce Peniston, M@W, Knuckle G, DJ Spen are blended in too. Plus a classic by Taj Mahal for those of you who might’ve spent your early days at an HCBU. So, you have some deep house, Afrobeats, R&B jams and more! Enjoy!
The cure is close… Here’s a dose (of Stevie, George, Kaidi, Rodney, Bobby,Miles, Herbie, Robert and more! Check out Omar Hakim’s drum work on “Where The Moon Goes”. Part of his drum kit is a trash can lid. See if you can tell. There more but I won’t spoil it for ya…
Know that feeling when your are out somewhere and something comes on that you never hear? Know that feeling you get because you were surprised they even played it? This session contains blends of #Maze feat. #Frankie Beverly, #Bobby Lyle, #The G.A.P. Band, #Miggedy, #Bassnectar, #Sinkane and more. These are the songs bring up vivid memories of past days, nights and inner visions. Enjoy this beat driven taste of new tracks mixed with cuts you’ve not heard in quite a few minutes… and definitely not like this. Comments welcomed and do spread the word!
Keep listening, we’re almost there! Editor’s notes: Pharoah Sanders kills it on “The Voyage”. Sleep Walker is no joke and “Movements” has a special vibe for starters.
This is Part 5 of the “treatment”. “Some sonic time traveling” going on a bit here. Studio, live cuts and remixes. From Jazz to Funk – Reggae & House in between – and then some. By the way… If you’ve never experienced a Parliament/Funkadelic concert, there’s something special in here for you too (note the crowd response) also I took some liberties with Morris Day’s “Fishnet”. Fourplay has some very special guest vocalists on their cut as well (not gonna spoil it for ya). The last song is dedicated to my son. And as always, there’s some messages in the music…
Enjoy the season however you will okay?
-Me
It started out as a “?” and wound up with lots of answers… Music-wise, we start in 1972 with what seems an unanswerable question and travel through a few hopeful opinions and explanations and descriptions until you get to the end. (That’s a hint slowpoke…) Okayyyyyy… This is a brand new set featuring classic R&B, Jazz, Dance Hits, and a liberal dose of future House classics sprinkled throughout. (Some people…)
Sometimes we get caught up. Snap out of it! In case you forgot, here’s a “small” reminder… HEHEHEHEHEHEHEHEH!!! See how long it takes… (Hint: Remember how good it got when you added extra ketchup to the order? There’s a few tastes in here…)
Sometimes, it be’s like… “Hmmm… I just wanna play these cuts.” And somewhere along the way. Just wait… you’ll see…
Once again, digging thru the crates I heard something… Is it me or does the keyboard line (as in the chords used) in La La’s “If You Love Me Just A Little” sound reminiscent to Jerry Knight’s ” Overnight Sensation” keyboard line? While I was listening to the La La cut I kept asking myself “Where have I heard those chords before… I knew it was forever ago just not sure when or where. Then I remembered the Jerry Knight song. Those chords evoke a similar feeling. What say you? Are my ears lyin’ to me? Maybe that’s why they are both one of my faves. Meanwhile, I found a few other goodies… no spoilers here but I think this will take some of you back a bit!
P.S.: I added Roland Clark’s cut (“Resist”) because too many of us have some foul “-ish” pushin’ up on us lately. Also while thinking about this mega-talent (yeah I said it), visit his page and show some love for his demo “The Weather In Heaven”. Check it out below!