Angel welcomes award-winning composer, songwriter, music producer, multi-instrumentalist, Justin Portis. They take a deep dive into the history, culture, and origins of the Fresh Prince & DJ Jazzy Jeff’s song Summertime. They also talk about their mutual love for Tower of Power, 1990s bar-b-ques, and the virtuosity of the Hammond organ.
#01 - Justin Portis - Before the Fade
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About Before the Fade
Before the Fade explores some of the most recognizable songs in recorded history and the people responsible for making the music. Each episode hosts a new guest along with your host, Angel Daahoud Murphy; a former jazz musician turned filmmaker. Angel discusses our guest’s personal connection to the song as well as the song’s background, the musician’s inspiration for the song, and the culture in which the song rose to the top and became that song.
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