Episode 116- Join host Troy Saunders as he converses with Songwriter, Producer, and one of the premiere flutist around, the incomparable "Ambassador of Instrumental Soul" Darryl Evan Jones. In the tradition of pioneering contemporary jazz greats like Tim Weisberg and Hubert Laws, Darryl Evan Jones, long known by his fans and peers as “The Fluteman” brings the unique instrument’s classic vibe and rich melodic and harmonic possibilities to a new generation. Darryl Evan Jones' journey...

Episode 115. Join host Troy Saunders as he chats with writer, producer, multi instrumentalist, and pianist, Jesse Thompson!Born and raised in Dayton, Ohio, known in music circles as the land of funk, Jesse Thompson couldn’t help but be influenced by the city’s great R&B pioneers – including Slave, Ohio Players, Lakeside and Zapp featuring Roger Troutman. For the past 20 years, the multi-talented composer, pianist and keyboardist manifested these inspirations - and helped bring the legacie...

Episode 114. Join host Troy Saunders as he chats with writer, singer, producer, multi instrumentalist, but known internationally for his jazz saxophone playing, Shola Iyiola.Shola Iyiola is a name that is synonymous with excellence in the world of music. An international award-winning saxophonist, Shola is on a mission to play and create music that captures and awakens the soul of its listeners. With his unique style sound, Shola has become a breath of creative fresh air in the contemporary m...

Episode 113. Join host Troy Saunders as he converses the guitarist, songwriter, singer, producer, mixer, engineer, entrepreneur and so much more, David P. Stevens.The episode begins with a brief and lighthearted conversation on David's early life in Philadelphia. He is the youngest of four children, whose parents both were educators and his father was the pastor at their church. David's father also had a funk band in which David's older siblings were members. He was too young to join, but thi...

Episode 112. Join host Troy Saunders as he chats with truly one of the hardest-working and multi-faceted performers in the entertainment industry, Keith D. Robinson.In a world where talent is an ingredient for success, Keith D. Robinson is ahead of the game. He is a true triple threat as the talented actor continues his pursuit as an all-around entertainer. Before making his way to Tinseltown, the Kentucky/Georgia native set his sights on music and attended the University of Georgia. He has h...

Episode 111. Join host Troy Saunders as he chats with the architect of the legendary group Klymaxx, singer, songwriter, producer, businesswoman, entrepreneur, and so much more, the Charismatic Diva of Soul, the one and only Bernadette Cooper!Troy starts the episode off by diving into the persona of Bernadette, asking if her stage personality is any different than her private life temperament. They also converse about her youth, growing up in California, and how she started to play the drums. ...

Episode 110. Join host Troy Saunders as he chats with singer, songwriter, producer, label owner and just an incredible human, James D-Train Williams!This episode starts with both men reminiscing about their high school alma mater, Erasmus Hall. D Train tells how Will Downing got him into the school's famous Choral Club and started his music career. Both men had fond memories of their old high school and talk about their mutual friends as well as the idea of doing a documentary about the world...

Episode 109- Join Host Troy Saunders as he converses with the smooth, jazzy, multi genre vocalist and songwriter the incredible Roderick Harper. The Keeper Of The Love Song.In the this episode Roderick and Troy take a trip through Roderick's catalog from 1999 to present. Starting with his first offering "Beautiful Beginnings". A well sung collection of jazz and blues classics. Roderick has a sound that uniquely his own and transcends all genres. Troy chose to highlight the song "Moonlight" of...

Episode 108- Join host Troy Saunders as he takes a look into the world of the multitalented Chester Gregory!Troy and Chester met back in 2008 and by that time Chester had already solidified his name in the annuals as one of Broadway's finest performers; and was in the process of releasing his first independent soul album, "In Search Of High Love". Prior to this Chester taught in the Chicago public school system & performed around Chicago in several plays. This led him to the lead ro...

Episode 107- Join Host Troy Saunders as he converses with the genre bending vocalist, saxophone player, writer. producer and entrepreneur Michael J. Thomas.From a small town in Kentucky to riding the top slot on The Billboard Smooth Jazz Top Airplay Chart twice; Michael J. Thomas is reaching goals and setting new ones as a Indie Jazz Musician daily. In this episode Troy and Michael discuss his parents love for music; especially R&B, Funk and Pop. Michael Jackson, Teena Marie, ...

Episode 106- Join host Troy Saunders as he opens his mic to chat with multi- instrumentalist, singer, songwriter, producer, business man, musical director and so much more Marcus Devine.Born in Detroit Michigan Marcus came from a musical family. Everyone could sing. He states in this episode that his biggest musical influence is his baby brother. Marcus' mother was always pushing him to practice music. From an early age Marcus was singing in his family church. Some of his earliest influences ...

Episode 105- Join hosted Troy Saunders as he converses with Singer, Songwriter, Actress of stage and screen, Life Coach, one of the Funky Divas of the legendary girl group En Vogue, and so much more; the multi- talented Rhona Bennett.Rhona Bennett has been in the entertainment industry since the age of 11. In this episode Rhona tells Troy how she always knew that she wanted to be a singer and how her dream became a reality. From performing around her home town of Chicago to landing a spot on ...

Episode 104- Join hosted Troy Saunders as he converses with Singer, Songwriter, Producer and all around beautiful spirit Michon Young!Michon's smooth, sultry, and inviting voice has been seducing Indie soul and inspirational listeners for nearly 15 years! In this episode Troy and Michon discuss how she started as a choir member in Pastor Marvin Winans' church. We all know Marvin Winans from the, Gospel Superstar, Winans Family. Michon tells the story on how she went from being apart of ...

Episode 103- Join Host Troy Saunders as he chats with songwriter, producer, arranger, musician and of course singer Ricky Jones. You all my remember Ricky from a previous episode where Troy conversed with him and his then wife Shireen Crutchfield. Together they were Crutchfield Jones. Today Ricky is a solo act and spilling his heart out on his latest album "Crazy Sexy". They say that heartbreak makes the best music; well that is definitely the case in this project. Ricky's voice has neve...

Episode 102- Join Host Troy Saunders as he chats with singer, songwriter, arranger, producer, and performance artist Toy Taha!!! Hailing from Philadelphia Toy has a long list of talented family members that have roots in music. In this episode She talks to Troy about her passion for music and its origins. They also discuss where she draws inspiration from in writing her songs and true facts behind gems like "Collapsed" the last song on her latest album, "Eight".   Toy's latest album is...

Episode 101- Join Host Troy Saunders as he presents Lawrence Rosenborough,  a new  up and coming artist who artistry  bridges the gap between, Soul, R&B, Jazz, Rock, Blues and Gospel.  His voice brings to mind soul stirring singers like CeeLo Green and D.J. Rogers; but with a style all his own. In this episode Troy and Lawrence cover all the songs in his new EP entitled "Human Relations". This EP is 5 songs of soulful bliss. The lyrics of each song are profound and thought provoking. No...

Episode 100 - Join host Troy Saunders as he celebrates the BAAS Entertainment Podcast's 100th Episode and 3rd Anniversary. Hanging out for the celebration is singer, songwriter, producer, actress, professor, entrepreneur, Grammy Award winner Ledisi! Ledisi has been a constant on the R&B and Jazz charts since 2001. Collecting several Billboard Top 10 albums and singles, 14 Grammy nominations (finally winning in 2021) and winning two Soul Train Music Awards. In this episode Ledisi and...

Episode 99- Kevin Owens may not be a household name; but his voice is woven into some of R&B's greatest moments. From lead singer of the group Ray, Goodman and Brown, to one of Luther Vandross' center stage background vocalist to lending his sound to some of music's most memorable tunes like, Alicia Keys' "You Don't Know My Name"; just to name a few. Join host Troy Saunders as he and Kevin take a quick stroll down Kevin's musical history.  Hailing from Manhattan NYC, 63rd Street and...

Episode 98. Join Host Troy Saunders as he reintroduces to the audience to the smooth soulful sounds of Devon Howard. Devon has been on the R&B music scene since the 1990's. He originally was introduced to  the world as a member of the group Me 2 U. They hit the charts with songs "Want U Back" , "All Night"  and "Raindrops".  Since then  Devon has been in a couple of other R&B groups and has written songs for several artists. In 2008 he decided to step out on his own and released his...

Episode 97. Join Host Troy Saunders as he takes the listener on a ride through the life and career of a true renaissance man, Bradd Marquis. Since childhood it seems that Bradd had been groomed to be in the field of entertainment. From singing in church as a child to starring roles in several plays; Bradd has learned to do it all. He can sing, act, song-write, produce, arrange, run a business, promote and so much more.  With a voice in the vein of Christoper Williams, Johnny Gill and of...

Episode 96. Join Host Troy Saunders as he chats with the exuberant, musician, singer, producer, songwriter, arranger, innovator and all around wonderful person; Frank McComb. Frank McComb has worked with the Who's Who's in popular music from Prince to Stevie Wonder to George Duke to Chaka Khan to Branford Marsalis and the list goes on and on. Many people like to label him as a Jazz Musician, but he is so much more! Able to swing through Jazz, Soul, R&B, Gospel & Pop, Frank can cover...

If you haven’t heard of the multi talented, singer, songwriter, musician, arranger; Matt Cusson you are in for a treat!! I must admit I was in the dark until this past Christmas when I heard his rendition of the Carpenters “Merry Christmas Darling”. I was blown away. His arrangement and vocal style was phenomenal!!! He has worked with such legends as Brian McKnight, India Aire, Steve Wonder, Dave Koz, James Taylor, Javier Colon, Christina Aguilar and so many more!! Last year he was nominated...

Episode 94. Join host Troy Saunders as he and his follow East New York, Brooklyn, native; Stix Bones,  discuss Stix's journey though the worlds of Spoken Word, Hip Hop, Jazz and more. In this episode they dive deep into the thought process behind the making of Stix's most icon projects. From his 2006 breakout album "Groove Like This" to his latest captivating release "Olimpik Soul".  All of Stix Bones' projects are thoroughly thought out with a goal in mind. You are going to love the...

Episode 93. Join host Troy Saunders as he chats with San Diego Born, raised in Philly vocalist, songwriter, producer and international icon of House Music, Lady Alma!  In 2018, after taking a 10 years hiatus to care for her mother; singer and songwriter LADY ALMA brought her soaring, searing vocals back to eager audiences who desired her incomparable funk-house-soul stylings. Since then she has been churning out House staples, collaborating with greats David Harness, The Rainmakers, Ralf...