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Always On KeyTrack 30: 30sQuestions or thoughts on the episode? Ideas and suggestions are welcome here. Talk to ya girls!Who told us to grow up? Are we really the new aunties and uncs? On today’s episode, we explore the music that has taken us on a new journey, our 30s, and what that has meant to us. It is amazing how music grows up with us and has changed right before our eyes. As we navigate through life in our 30s, let’s discuss those artists who put their lives and vulnerability on wax and give us something we a...2025-03-2644 minAlways On KeyTrack 29: Too Much/Not EnoughQuestions or thoughts on the episode? Ideas and suggestions are welcome here. Talk to ya girls!One thing for sure, the internet is always going to have and voice their opinion. Especially artists they deem as “doing too much”. But what is considered “doing too much”? In today’s episode, Kea and Ash discuss respectability politics in the industry. Is there such a thing as a righteous ratchet? Why can’t we have a balance of everyone’s personal taste? Why does it have to be one way or another? Are hoes winning? Are the good/conscious girls...2025-03-1230 minAlways On KeyTrack 28: Hol' Up, Rewind ThatQuestions or thoughts on the episode? Ideas and suggestions are welcome here. Talk to ya girls!Now we know we can’t be the only ones who have been singing a song completely wrong for years! Friends, this episode Kea and Ash go through a few songs where we thought they said one thing and it actually turns out it was something totally different. We wonder how many of you also heard the same thing :) But can you blame us? Enunciating your words is the moral of the story. Come kick it with us and let us kn...2025-02-2630 minAlways On KeyTrack 27: Don't Box Me InQuestions or thoughts on the episode? Ideas and suggestions are welcome here. Talk to ya girls!We are not even going to sugar coat it; What is wrong with being considered an R&B artist?? There have been instances where an artist could have what seems like a successful career for music we know as R&B but still refute the idea of being an r&b artist. Does it really matter if they experiment with genres or who their audience is? On today’s episode, we have a discussion about those artists, to say the lea...2025-02-1236 minAlways On KeyTrack 26: Match Made in HeavenQuestions or thoughts on the episode? Ideas and suggestions are welcome here. Talk to ya girls!So what’s the secret sauce to a beautiful duet? Get into today’s episode as Ash and Kea talk about their favorite R&B duets and what makes a delicious pairing. So HOT TAKE, there is a duet that Kea was not really proud of to say the least. Could you guys guess the artist?? The energy in this episode was hilarious! Please pour you a glass or light ya herb and let us know if you agree with our l...2025-01-2937 minAlways On KeyTrack 25: Dedication to the Princess of R&B: AaliyahQuestions or thoughts on the episode? Ideas and suggestions are welcome here. Talk to ya girls!Welcome back y’all! This episode is truly special to ya girls as we kick off the new season of the Always on Key Podcast by celebrating the life and legacy of none other than Aaliyah, the princess of R&B. Aaliyah was a singer, dancer, actress and model that redefined the genre of R&B and paved the way for a lot of our favorite artists today. While her life was short lived and devastating for all her fans ar...2025-01-1537 minAlways On KeyTrack 24: See...What Had Happened Was?Questions or thoughts on the episode? Ideas and suggestions are welcome here. Talk to ya girls!First off, no shade to any of the artists mentioned in this episode. Today's episode is truly a topic of love and curiosity. With that said, we need some answers. What happened? There were times in the music world where if you had the complete package and support of the label behind you, having a hit was the ultimate goal. For some artists this was achieved. But sometimes it is even harder to follow up that success of your first...2024-09-0442 minAlways On KeyTrack 23: Bring Twin & ThemQuestions or thoughts on the episode? Ideas and suggestions are welcome here. Talk to ya girls!Sometimes you just gotta kick it with ya homegirls and reminisce. This episode we brought in one of our homies from way back to talk all things R&B. She shares interesting thoughts on how she digests music now that she is a new mom. We talk about our favorite artist and of course Ms. Kea Renee had one of her games where we got rid of an artist in different categories. A time was had ya hear me. So...2024-08-2143 minAlways On KeyTrack 22: Face of the IndustryQuestions or thoughts on the episode? Ideas and suggestions are welcome here. Talk to ya girls!Have you ever been such a huge fan of an artist and wonder why they aren’t more mainstream or bigger stars? Did you also consider if what they look like had any impact on that thought? Well today’s episode is not for the sensitive. Ya girls had a deep discussion on how colorism plays a part in the music industry and in particular R&B. While this can make some uncomfortable, it is something we should talk about as fans...2024-08-0745 minAlways On KeyTrack 21: Rhythm & BlessingsQuestions or thoughts on the episode? Ideas and suggestions are welcome here. Talk to ya girls!One thing for sure, there is no way of truly appreciating R&B music without looking back at its roots and how far it's come. This episode, we talk about the church’s influence on secular music. Ms. Kea Renee’s sister also joined us to share her thoughts on the impact of gospel on R&B artists and music. Tune in for some praise & worship as ya homegirls take ya back down memory lane and open up about how it s...2024-07-2438 minAlways On KeyTrack 20: And the answer is…Questions or thoughts on the episode? Ideas and suggestions are welcome here. Talk to ya girls!Y’all enjoyed our last game night so we decided to spin the block on this one. Joining us was Ash Da Vet’s ma dukes to share in her own love of R&B, laughs along with Ms. Kea Renee coming through with the serious trivia that left the ladies in shambles. Take a listen and let us know if you got any of these correct.Come hang out with ya home...2024-07-1033 min
The Style & Vibes PodcastExploring R&B and Reggae's Connection with Always on KeyChat to me!On this episode of Style and Vibes we explore the connection between R&B and Reggae with Kea and Ashley, the dynamic duo behind the "Always on Key" podcast. We kick things off with fun filled trivia challenge that will test our knowledge of song lyrics explore the rich tapestry of R&B and reggae music, tracing their evolution and current trends. We delve into the diverse subgenres of R&B, the artistic freedom that today's musicians enjoy, and the critical role of collaborations in shaping the music industry. Our discussion pays...2024-07-0857 minAlways On KeyTrack 19 - Summer Summer Summertime!Questions or thoughts on the episode? Ideas and suggestions are welcome here. Talk to ya girls!Just in time for the summer season, Always on Key Podcast is back y’all! And in true fashion, we are giving y’all artists to check out as you begin your summertime vibes. Whether you are looking to turn up at the local function or take bae on a long drive, we got something to put on ya playlist. And if not, don’t say we don’t try to put you on 😉.Come h...2024-06-2624 minAlways On KeyFeatured Track: Music & Mental Health (Collaboration with Queens of Social Work Podcast)Questions or thoughts on the episode? Ideas and suggestions are welcome here. Talk to ya girls!Ya girls had a great opportunity to collaborate and talk music & mental health with the queens from the Queens of Social Work Podcast in support of Mental Health Awareness month. The Queens of Social Work is a pod cast about Afro-Caribbean American Social Workers sharing their first hand experiences in the field and provided such an impactful take on music and its healing powers! You can find them on IG: @queensofsocialworkIn honor of Mental Health Awareness...2024-05-1845 minAlways On KeyTrack 18 - Kea's AdventuresQuestions or thoughts on the episode? Ideas and suggestions are welcome here. Talk to ya girls!Hey friends! Last year, there were some AMAZING shows, concerts and pop up gigs from incredible artists. We thought it would be super dope to hear about some of the shows, our very own, Ms. Kea Renee attended. We chat about what brought her to these shows, what she looks forward to when attending concerts and the vibes she experienced. Maybe you attended the same show(s). 2024 has a lot to offer as far as entertainment. What are some concerts...2024-02-2331 minAlways On KeyTrack 17 - Road to Super Bowl feat. A Conversation With Creative Dwayne LaFleurQuestions or thoughts on the episode? Ideas and suggestions are welcome here. Talk to ya girls!Now friends… are y’all ready for the Usher concert?! Oh yeah, we think a football game is happening too :). We could not be any more excited to witness a more deserving performance for the living legend Usher. With more than 30 years in the game, adding a Superbowl performance to his resume all the while announcing a new album, tour and finishing his Las Vegas residency couldn't have been a more divine time for him. And we are more than read...2024-02-0952 min