Stokley • R&B MONEY Podcast • Ep.042

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  • Опубліковано 12 лип 2024
  • The Authority On All Things R&B !
    On this week's episode of The R&B Money Podcast, Tank and J Valentine welcome the incomparable Stokley. They celebrate the renowned Sanger, Songwriter, and Multi-Instrumentalist. We will delve into Stokley's upbringing in St. Paul, Minnesota, his education at Central High School, and his straying away from the pack by forming his Band Mint Condition. Stokley's love for music began at a young age, and he eventually became a master of the drums after finding his father's congas. His parents who were both educators embraced his musical ability and before long they signed with the incomparable Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis, who gave them full reign of the creation of their first album. "Pretty Brown Eyes" one of the most instrumental R&B Jams of all time, was actually on their demo tape. Listen and Enjoy! Stokley on The R&B Money Podcast
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    Stokley - SHE...
    • Stokley - SHE... (Offi...
    Mint Condition - Breakin' My Heart (Pretty Brown Eyes)
    • Mint Condition - Break...
    Level by Stokley
    • Level by Stokley [OFFI...
    U Send Me Swingin'
    • U Send Me Swingin'
    Mint Condition - What Kind Of Man Would I Be
    • Mint Condition - What ...
    R&B MONEY Album out NOW !!
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    Tank: @TheRealTank
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    J Valentine: @JValentine
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    Director: @jacobhuizarofficial
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    Podcast Producer: Ruben Rivera
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    Podcast IG: @RnBMoneyPodcast
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    #tank #jvalentine #rnbmoneypodcast #stokley #mintcondition #slowjams
    0:00 Intro
    1:40:50 Top 5 R&B Singers
    2:09:03 I Aint Saying No Names
    2:16:08 Outro
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  • @kiyattahaaliyah9475
    @kiyattahaaliyah9475 Рік тому +482

    They need to get Raphael Saadiq on R&B Money asapp!!!!❤️ Raphael and Stokley are one of the bestt singers to ever come out of groups such as Tony, Toni, Toné or Mint Condition🔥🔥

    • @johnhendricks8140
      @johnhendricks8140 Рік тому +17

      Fa sho i totally agree with that, both Raphael and Stokely came from great r&b bands.

    • @iammikalanthony
      @iammikalanthony Рік тому +6

      Yeeeeeaaaaaahhh

    • @sheritadavis9228
      @sheritadavis9228 Рік тому +4

      Facts

    • @RoninAliNowOn
      @RoninAliNowOn Рік тому +21

      Stokley and Raphael Saadiq need to make an album together!

    • @sharonroseman5918
      @sharonroseman5918 Рік тому +9

      Facts.. and saddiq is a great producer. Dangelo..Solange and his musical masterpiece U Will Know.. Black men united from the movie Jason's Lyric

  • @GStreat
    @GStreat Рік тому +118

    I just went to a Stokley concert and when security told me he wasn’t taking pictures he still took one with me and we started to have a conversation.
    He asked me what my name was!! This man is so down to earth and cares about his fans. I’m 24 years old and I will never forget that Stokley. Bless you man.

    • @mscotchery9861
      @mscotchery9861 6 місяців тому +2

      AWESOME! IM SO JEALOUS!!😂❤

    • @GStreat
      @GStreat 6 місяців тому

      @@mscotchery9861 hopefully you can meet him one day. He is very down to earth and cares about his fans.

  • @ZeniyaSimone
    @ZeniyaSimone Рік тому +349

    I’m 22, and Mint Condition’s “U Send Me Swingin’” is my favorite R&B song ever. I heard it in high school and felt so warm and happy listening to it. I still have so much more music to experience (the R&B Money podcast has exposed me to a lot!), but “U Send Me Swingin’” will always hold a special place in my heart. Thanks for bringing on Stokley and introducing all generations to true artistry and musicianship. ✨

    • @20prdmama20
      @20prdmama20 Рік тому +13

      Awww...
      I'm 43 and I discovered that song in high school and it is MY all time favorite song.

    • @ZeniyaSimone
      @ZeniyaSimone Рік тому

      @@20prdmama20 Love to hear that! A truly timeless song. ❤️

    • @kamiafunchess2126
      @kamiafunchess2126 Рік тому +6

      Yes young lady, thank you for paying attention!! 💪🏾💜

    • @Qd322
      @Qd322 Рік тому +12

      And the feeling is the one thing, my heart is sure of so eyyyyyyyyyeee eyyyyyee wait for the day..... I LOVE that part of the song when Stokely comes in with that part. An instant Eargasm

    • @ZeniyaSimone
      @ZeniyaSimone Рік тому +5

      @@Qd322 My favorite part, too! That bridge makes you feel like you’re floating.

  • @bruhmanflight
    @bruhmanflight Рік тому +412

    Definition of a band will ALWAYS a classic. #Timeless

  • @deejones7102
    @deejones7102 Рік тому +267

    Pretty Brown Eyes is a TRUE RnB STANDARD!!!!!!!!!! That song does in fact have a CHOKEHOLD on the community and WE👏🏾AINT👏🏾MAD👏🏾ABOUT👏🏾IT👏🏾… as always, flowers all around fellas. GREAT conversation, GREAT insight and GREAT guest. Thank you Stokley/Mint Condition to your craft and contributions to the culture, genre and WORLD!!

    • @RnBMoneyPodcast
      @RnBMoneyPodcast  Рік тому +11

      💯

    • @leshawnp756
      @leshawnp756 Рік тому +8

      First...Mint Condition is one of my favorite groups of all time and Someone to Love, Forever in your Eyes and So Fine are my favorite songs!!!
      Second, check out Stokley's two solo projects "Introducing Stokley" (featuring songs Level, Organic, Cross the Line & Now) and "Sankofa" (featuring She, Cascade, Rush) if you haven't already. You won't be disappointed!

    • @_thaplayerofallnationz_
      @_thaplayerofallnationz_ Рік тому +5

      Cant forget tha song "So Fine". Stokley showed his AZZ on that song....! Lol, #CertifiedClassic right there.... Sooooooooo underrated.... ✨🪄🌹

    • @abigailhoward9312
      @abigailhoward9312 Рік тому +2

      pretty brown eyes is a STAPLE in all my r&b playlists that have ever existed since i was 17/18

    • @jameshayden2538
      @jameshayden2538 10 місяців тому +1

      MC’s “Forever In Your Eyes” Does It For Me…. Truly Does

  • @D0peSince85
    @D0peSince85 Рік тому +94

    Stokley is SUPER humble

  • @datflawdabarb9857
    @datflawdabarb9857 Рік тому +124

    Stokely's range is just, WHEW! The notes he hits are just legendary in themselves.

  • @leonardjackson842
    @leonardjackson842 Рік тому +63

    I still keep Mint Conditions music in full rotation. They are the Definition of a band and Stokley is just an amazingly talented dude. ✊🏽✊🏾✊🏿

  • @janellmalone4781
    @janellmalone4781 Рік тому +261

    I love this podcast. Rahsaan Patterson, Masego, Alex Isley, Jill Scott and Maxwell is proof R&B is not dead.

    • @Qd322
      @Qd322 Рік тому +17

      Rahsaan is a Monster. Extremely talented and underrated.

    • @johnhendricks8140
      @johnhendricks8140 Рік тому +5

      Rahsaan Peterson and Masego are great artist.

    • @benwatson1969
      @benwatson1969 Рік тому +15

      Need Eric Roberson Gentlemen

    • @bobbi67
      @bobbi67 Рік тому +3

      Ooh! Rahsaan Patterson!!! 🖤🌻

    • @arma1096
      @arma1096 Рік тому +3

      Each one needs to be on this pod.

  • @asiaz248
    @asiaz248 Рік тому +103

    I still be blasting “SHE” like it’s a brand new single 😮‍💨

    • @tiarabrooks5379
      @tiarabrooks5379 Рік тому +1

      That's my song!!! Will never stop playing it.

  • @luxuryrapchannel
    @luxuryrapchannel Рік тому +57

    How often does a person get to interview their musical hero? This is priceless

  • @adonisje87
    @adonisje87 Рік тому +107

    So we’re just gonna ignore how Stockley is killing it with the hat and shirt combo???? #Clean

  • @kendrap-LvnHppnss6371
    @kendrap-LvnHppnss6371 Рік тому +197

    😮!! Yes!!! Big up again to Tank and J Valentine!! I still remember when I first heard "Breakin' My Heart"..and I thought, 'these guys (Mint Condition) aren't playin' around'.....then when I heard "U Send Me Swingin"..... I WAS SOLD!!!....been listening to them ever since. I did not know that Mint Condition was discovered by the giants, Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis. I like the fact that they're a band with percussions, keyboards and bass guitars that were heard in all their songs...and with Stokley on the mic.....it's a definite wrap!!! Tank, J Valentine...I wish you both continued success...keep bringing the pillars of R&B to the forefront!! 😉

    • @seductruss
      @seductruss Рік тому +10

      They always had the best intros

    • @CSUGTV
      @CSUGTV Рік тому +1

      First time hearing Breakin My Heart..it had us all and it never let us go. Crazy finding out years later that it wasn't their 1st single was crazy to me lol. Same thing with Jodeci, Forever My Lady and Stay owned the radio then to find out neither was their debut single lmao mindblown

    • @bjmarks24
      @bjmarks24 Рік тому +6

      So Fine is my jawn! 🔥🔥🔥

    • @dalemorrow1959
      @dalemorrow1959 Рік тому +1

      It's unfortunate that the people who you don't know are the people who actually discover a group that is still on the local level. True jam and Lewis signed them to their label and put them on, but it was DJ cowboy who initially worked with their sound at Central and helped them find places to practice that helped them get their sound together. But I know you had not heard of him, but I just thought I would let you know since I do.

  • @carlgraves4616
    @carlgraves4616 Рік тому +396

    I wanna see Stokley, Bruno Mars, and Anderson Paak perform together with all instruments and vocals.

  • @davidtrotman1812
    @davidtrotman1812 Рік тому +27

    Stokely is reared on a solid foundation from his parents. When he named his album Sankofa I knew he was tapped into something different. Ase’

  • @justinedwards1245
    @justinedwards1245 Рік тому +36

    Stokley is with all of Tank's bs, and I am here for it 😂😂😂😂

  • @rcc3music
    @rcc3music Рік тому +92

    That warmed my heart to have him mentioned Gerald Levert. I played guitar for Levert for about 8 years and I remember one of the show's Mint Condition opened up. I think it was in Vegas during a fight weekend. Another great interview guys.

    • @RnBMoneyPodcast
      @RnBMoneyPodcast  Рік тому +5

      awesome

    • @skippruitt2391
      @skippruitt2391 Рік тому +2

      Who was the MD that played keyboards from Cleveland when you were there. I'm trying to remember his name.

    • @216Numbskull
      @216Numbskull Рік тому +2

      ​@@skippruitt2391 "Marc Gordon"

    • @rcc3music
      @rcc3music Рік тому +1

      @Skip Pruitt that early on the MD was probably the bass player but the keyboard plays we had possibly at this time may have been Nick Smith, John Denny ,Tommy Miller or Tony Nicholas

    • @skippruitt2391
      @skippruitt2391 Рік тому +1

      @@rcc3music Thanks

  • @HgrGar
    @HgrGar Рік тому +67

    Stokely is one of the COLDEST sopranos out there, the way he can climb octaves and his range are insane 🔥.

  • @j_ocrates23
    @j_ocrates23 Рік тому +35

    “You Will Know” is an anthemic song for US. Thanks D’Angelo (writer/composer) and Brian McKnight (producer). That song alone was a moment in time that has yet to be repeated

  • @astoldbytravi
    @astoldbytravi Рік тому +190

    Tank & J.Valentine has done it again. Another great. Another legend. Mint Condition was a phenomenal group. Stokley was a force within himself. The live band, all of the instruments, Stok voice, the harmonies - JUST WOW!!!! ❤ I remember my dad taking me to school in the 6th grade, he cut that Someone To Love on … you couldn’t get me to stop listening to Mint Condition!

  • @twanjuly6
    @twanjuly6 Рік тому +54

    What that man stokley did at the end of “ so fine” is certified Legendary and can’t be duplicated 💯🔥💯🔥💯🔥💯🔥

    • @Meenabeena64
      @Meenabeena64 Рік тому +1

      🔥🔥🔥🔥

    • @Mone333Williams
      @Mone333Williams 10 місяців тому +4

      I wish I was in the studio session when so fine was made. I remember it on the radio in the 90s

    • @esmooth919
      @esmooth919 9 місяців тому +3

      One of my favorite songs by them to this day!

    • @shainaj1391
      @shainaj1391 8 місяців тому +2

      My favorite part of the song, that run was dangerous

  • @_jaz613
    @_jaz613 Рік тому +118

    Stokley’s adlibs to the top five song. YESSSSSSS! All the crackhead vibes! 😂😂😂😂😂😂

    • @placebosyndrome
      @placebosyndrome Рік тому +3

      I screamed!

    • @_jaz613
      @_jaz613 Рік тому +6

      @@placebosyndrome man, what?! And then J coming back with the meme analogy. Fucking perfect. 😂🥰

    • @ToniGirl21
      @ToniGirl21 Рік тому +6

      😂😂😂😂😂😂 “Don’t make do it..”

    • @_jaz613
      @_jaz613 Рік тому +3

      @@ToniGirl21 the fake singing crying. 😩😂

    • @keshundapayne2272
      @keshundapayne2272 Рік тому +6

      @@_jaz613 Stokley did the fake cry/singing on a song called "Victoria" on his debut album. Stolkey is just something else... he really is.

  • @GoldenGraham25
    @GoldenGraham25 Рік тому +54

    Stokley is an R&B vocal standard. Mint Condition is by far one of my favorite bands. So Fine (Original and Remix), Back To Your Lovin’, If You Love Me (Extended Version), Whoa, The Man For You, THIS DAY THIS MINUTE RIGH NOW (will be played at my wedding), Moan - too many to name!

    • @Meenabeena64
      @Meenabeena64 Рік тому

      That was the processional at my son’s wedding!

    • @midwestmama6530
      @midwestmama6530 Рік тому +1

      I must applaud you on your wording, perfect. Stokely is most definitely the STANDARD, I couldn't have said it better!!!

  • @msjohnson1816
    @msjohnson1816 Рік тому +73

    I love Stokleys voice ❤...growing up hearing, "So Fine" and "Someone to Love" used to place me in a trance...such great music.

    • @Mone333Williams
      @Mone333Williams 10 місяців тому +1

      So fiiiiiiiiine YESSS ❤👑🎙️🌹✨

  • @Joyfulsmiles137
    @Joyfulsmiles137 Рік тому +55

    Young Michael hitting that note in "Be there in the morning" floors me just when i think about it. He was so vocally dynamic as a young child. Absolutely unreal 😍

  • @yungB78
    @yungB78 Рік тому +122

    I hope there's an R&B Money festival one day with the guests that have appeared on the show 🙏🏾

    • @_jaz613
      @_jaz613 Рік тому +8

      This sounds 🔥

    • @tpj376
      @tpj376 Рік тому +5

      Would love that! Make it happen Tank 🔥🔥🔥

    • @johnhendricks8140
      @johnhendricks8140 Рік тому +3

      We need that

    • @iammikalanthony
      @iammikalanthony Рік тому +4

      Yooooo..... that would be so fire.

    • @sha1841
      @sha1841 Рік тому

      I would love to attend an R & B event with J & Tank!

  • @AprilLashon
    @AprilLashon Рік тому +36

    Someone To Love is still in rotation!😂 Stokely has a unique voice and he can dance too!

    • @placebosyndrome
      @placebosyndrome Рік тому +1

      soooo good 💯

    • @katrinajohnson9984
      @katrinajohnson9984 Рік тому +1

      That was the song, my husband and I dance to at our 20 years wedding vow renewal’s.

  • @chevyboyjuice78
    @chevyboyjuice78 Рік тому +53

    Stokely just made my whole morning naming Gerald Levert as one of the greatest!!!! Been waiting for someone to mention Uncle G!!!!

    • @kristentufts193
      @kristentufts193 Рік тому +6

      Yesss I was waiting on someone to mentionBig OG G! I love me some Leverts. Swag, performance and voice. Rip!

    • @RoninAliNowOn
      @RoninAliNowOn Рік тому +3

      I always said if Gerald walked on the stage during my performance I'd give the mic. up.

    • @marvin469
      @marvin469 Рік тому +8

      Gerald LeVert don't get the credit he deserves.

    • @kristentufts193
      @kristentufts193 Рік тому +1

      @@marvin469 I am so blessed my dad got me hip to the Leverts because they don't brin him up enough

    • @marvin469
      @marvin469 Рік тому +2

      @@kristentufts193 FACTS.

  • @johnhendricks8140
    @johnhendricks8140 Рік тому +39

    Mint Condition got layers of talent. The Mint and Kelly Price joint is awesome. Stokely is a awesome singer but he's a killer drummer.

  • @simplydj2614
    @simplydj2614 Рік тому +43

    The fact that they said Rahsaan Patterson, makes me want to see him on the podcast. Man I love R&B music.

    • @TheCakediva08
      @TheCakediva08 11 місяців тому

      Rahsaan is the best! I've seen him live!

  • @michaelmontgomery2467
    @michaelmontgomery2467 11 місяців тому +20

    Stokley and Kevon Edmonds are my favorite singers! Stokley is unique!! His control, range, creative adlibs, the emotion he brought to every song had me listening over and over! He is truly amazing. Soul, jazz and rock all wrapped up in one! Thank you sir!

    • @Mone333Williams
      @Mone333Williams 10 місяців тому +2

      This is the 2nd time somebody besides me gave kevon Edmonds his flowers. That boy can sang! ❤❤❤

  • @tiabanks5585
    @tiabanks5585 Рік тому +38

    Stokley has a class about himself and it comes from his upbringing, humbled as well, thank you Tank and J my brothers the best podcast out!!!!!

    • @dalemorrow1959
      @dalemorrow1959 Рік тому +3

      Stokely's father was a professor at Macalester College. His name is Macmood El Kati. A highly respected and revered Elder in the Saint Paul and Minneapolis Community.

  • @TheMrsJMay
    @TheMrsJMay Рік тому +20

    Stokley himself IS a R&B voltron!!!

  • @tiabanks5585
    @tiabanks5585 Рік тому +21

    Black don't crack unless you crack it!!!! Stokley is taking great care of himself! Get em Bro!

  • @thisisHowHedidit
    @thisisHowHedidit Рік тому +157

    Good morning everyone!! OMG, R&B MUSIC EXTRAORDINAIRE STOKELY WILLIAMS!! I swear I feel like a child on Saturday mornings, sitting in front of the TV with my favorite cereal, ready to watch my favorite cartoon lineup!! I absolutely LOVE what these 2 men and their team have done for those of us who LOVE R&B!! This show is STELLAR and it is UNMATCHED!! LET'S GO!!👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽❤❤❤

    • @jaqueelyrikz
      @jaqueelyrikz Рік тому +1

      Absolutely 💯

    • @mzapril007
      @mzapril007 Рік тому +3

      Meeeee toooo.. . Eating breakfast and drinking Mimosa 😂😂😂😂 I was sooo about to write a comment and say another Stellar mini movie clip 😂😂❤🎉🙌🏽

    • @thisisHowHedidit
      @thisisHowHedidit Рік тому +1

      @@mzapril007 YESSSS!!🤣🤣🤣🤣

    • @JustVida
      @JustVida Рік тому +4

      Yesss, same. I sat straight up when I saw it was a new episode. Love this show. The vibe, conversations, etc.

    • @RnBMoneyPodcast
      @RnBMoneyPodcast  Рік тому +11

      Thanks for listening

  • @jarellclemons5141
    @jarellclemons5141 Рік тому +61

    Unlike the other podcast out.. you guys actually know the artist, the music, and the history… every episode goes exactly where it needs to and I appreciate this for our people… #Game

  • @terikathomas2131
    @terikathomas2131 Рік тому +9

    I screamed when he put Gerald Levert in his top five!!!

  • @ND-9
    @ND-9 Рік тому +19

    Love Stokley’s solo work but man I miss Mint Condition

  • @Shivaware
    @Shivaware Рік тому +26

    @ 1:38:00 'The easiest way is to do the work.' Amen. I love you 10 Million Strong Stokley!!

  • @charlesmcmurray9863
    @charlesmcmurray9863 Рік тому +56

    You know what would be crazy? If R&B money made a spotify or apple playlist consisting of all these top 5 songs.

    • @RnBMoneyPodcast
      @RnBMoneyPodcast  Рік тому +20

      Soon

    • @Kingkids26
      @Kingkids26 Рік тому +6

      GREAT SUGGESTION!!

    • @ShaamJones
      @ShaamJones 11 місяців тому +3

      You should call it “The Money Spot” which is a provocative play on adult entertainment’s “money shot” that everyone watches and waits for. It’s catchy and you could even have a ‘Ridin’ & Bonin’ section too (Ready for the. World cuts, etc.)

  • @tyronesmith6112
    @tyronesmith6112 Рік тому +21

    "What Kind of Man Would I Be, If I Lived Unfaithfully and Girl Would you be ,If You did the same" beautiful lyrics

    • @Mone333Williams
      @Mone333Williams 10 місяців тому +1

      Don't wanna see a tear drop from her eye 😩✨🎙️🌹 a studio session with mint condition is priceless for music heads!

  • @ronniecathcart2484
    @ronniecathcart2484 Рік тому +18

    Maaan, Tank and Stokely killed that "I ain't sayin no names" harmonize segment! Blew it out of the park😂😂⭐🎹🎤

  • @MadameFleece
    @MadameFleece Рік тому +15

    Baby Michael was just beyond his years. Just incredible vocals! Clean!!

  • @Alexandre92425
    @Alexandre92425 Рік тому +7

    Stokley This guy has several vocal abilities and is a music wizard, a multi-instrumentalist

  • @sonyar.3346
    @sonyar.3346 Рік тому +14

    Miguel would be a good guest on this podcast. He may surprise Tank and J.

  • @alwayssomething8344
    @alwayssomething8344 11 місяців тому +8

    I’ll never forget, I was in NC living with my grandparents ( 20 years old) and my grandmother and I were on our way shopping and pretty brown eyes came on the radio and I fell in love immediately. When we got to the mall I looked for the single but they didn’t have it but I finally got the cassette and when I went to my hometown In Michigan my cousins and I were hanging out and I pulled out my cassette and told them I got something for y’all azzzz and I played that song and they fell in love too. Yes 👍 so many memories and I’m 51 now and I still play their music like it’s brand new 😆

  • @MsDeesoul
    @MsDeesoul Рік тому +23

    Stokley is my favorite singer. Mint is my favorite band. There's nothing better.

  • @faithmeekins4741
    @faithmeekins4741 Рік тому +10

    Monica as well... She sang her butt off at 12 of 14. The Miss Thang album. She sounds like a grown woman on that album. Love Stokley. One of my all time favorite artists.

  • @sweetnovember7925
    @sweetnovember7925 Рік тому +47

    I want a Mint Condition reunion so I can give them my coins just to see them in concert the have never performed in south florida 😢

  • @AjaArrow
    @AjaArrow 10 місяців тому +7

    ...because the way Stokley sang on "So Fine", that man had somethhing to prove.❤

  • @koolkev9380
    @koolkev9380 Рік тому +13

    In humble opinion Stokley is one of the greatest singers of all time

  • @SheIsAD
    @SheIsAD Рік тому +26

    I don’t know who Tank and Valentine think they are…but the last what…5-6 episodes!! NOTHING BUT HEAT!!! Anxiously awaiting the preview for next Saturday!

  • @ldsbalancedlifestyle1951
    @ldsbalancedlifestyle1951 Рік тому +52

    Thank you guys so much for this interview. Mint Condition is musical royalty to me. ❤️ them. No band like them. I pray Stokley and Mint keep it going. They are an example of what the music business is missing. Heartfelt songs, true vocal ability, dynamic musical arrangements, and real artistry!!!❤️💐💐💐💐👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

  • @ebonywhite1388
    @ebonywhite1388 Рік тому +12

    The way Stokley hits this one particular note in the song So Fine is phenomenal

    • @shainaj1391
      @shainaj1391 8 місяців тому +1

      I love that song because of it

    • @ebonywhite1388
      @ebonywhite1388 8 місяців тому

      @@shainaj1391 Me too 😊

  • @itssawida
    @itssawida Рік тому +33

    Boy, just imagining a Stokley and Prince song collaboration just blows my mind. That would have been amazing!! Stokley comes from good roots (family and musically) and it shined through in this conversation! As always, shout out to Tank, J and everyone BTS who made this happen!!

    • @tiffanyevans6746
      @tiffanyevans6746 Рік тому +2

      Facts! Stokely is multi talented with the instruments like Prince.

    • @216Numbskull
      @216Numbskull Рік тому +2

      @ItsSawida, NO doubt! Prince & Stokley may not have sat down & wrote a complete song together, only Stokley knows? There very well could be yet it's a secret Stokley cherishes & keeps under his hat. I do know they both respected each other very much as friends & artists. It's not a big deal but Stokley did sing backup vocals on "Call My Name." Plus there were many times back in the day they all jammed together @Prince's Paisley Park house parties. As I said though if a joint together exists it's in Stokley's private collection of jams & guarantee it will stay there out of respect & admiration Stokley had & has for Prince. Real Talk! ++Peace, Funk & Rock n' Roll 4 Your Soul++

  • @placebosyndrome
    @placebosyndrome Рік тому +32

    I got chills when you all were talking about "U Will Know!" I love that song so much.

    • @Ajelagba
      @Ajelagba Рік тому +3

      Yes I just heard that song today watching Jason’s Lyric, hadn’t heard it in a while.

    • @ScorpioQueen70
      @ScorpioQueen70 Рік тому +2

      It stays in my rotation! Makes me proud of my Black Men❤

  • @dana2345
    @dana2345 Рік тому +34

    What a delight to see this man on the tube today. Such an extraordinarily great talent. He doesn’t get his flowers enough. And they have no idea what “Pretty Brown Eyes” means to us. It is foundational for R&B. Not only was Mint Condition special to us, but Stokley is the man. I look forward to every time he puts something out. He’s one of our R&B legends.

  • @nadianichole4943
    @nadianichole4943 Рік тому +10

    You Don’t Have to Hurt No More, Someone to Love, What Kind of Man Would I Be, Forever in Your Eyes, you Send Me Swinging, This Day, This Minute, Right Now…I can go on and on…just undeniable awesome music…❤

  • @cornelljermaine
    @cornelljermaine Рік тому +36

    STOKLEY!!!! R&B's finest. I haven't even watched yet and I'm already giving a thumbs up. Bravo, Brothas! 👏🏽

  • @VyCityMusic
    @VyCityMusic Рік тому +38

    I can’t stress how much I love listening to RESPECTED MUSICIANS and VOCALISTS revere and uplift the gift of Beyoncé . So many try to dodge giving her flowers because of how big an artists she is but she is a student of the craft . If Prince and Stokely say you have IT then there’s not much to add ❤️🙏🏿 love to see it

  • @lisaknight1872
    @lisaknight1872 Рік тому +10

    U Send Me Swingin' is my ISH!!!! Stokley is undeniably one of THEE most talented vocalists/musicians on the scene today.

  • @TaylorMadeCori
    @TaylorMadeCori Рік тому +17

    Mint Condition....just heads and shoulders above the rest. Stokely is no small part of that excellence. Just a vocal beast!! LOVED this episode.

  • @datflawdabarb9857
    @datflawdabarb9857 Рік тому +13

    "What kinda man" is my other favorite next to "Pretty Brown Eyes." Mint Condition's music IS and ALWAYS will be TIMELESS. They are in my top 5 of R&B "bands." They don't make 'em like this no more.

  • @abongilendzelu3087
    @abongilendzelu3087 Рік тому +8

    I love how every guest has Mr Steve Wonder as their top 5 RnB artists 😍

  • @charladoleman767
    @charladoleman767 Рік тому +45

    Stokley & Tank in the room 🔥 🔥 Stokley will always be one of the greatest, unique voices to me. Tank when you came out felt, feel the same way. NO ONE sounds like you two. Please do something together. Another great show❤️🙏🏽

  • @Jaye_Beaumont
    @Jaye_Beaumont 11 місяців тому +5

    Stokley is definitely one of the best to ever do it. The emotion he brings through song is so phenomenal.

  • @cwin721
    @cwin721 Рік тому +15

    Life's aquarium and living the luxury brown are my favorite Mint condition albums

    • @cwin721
      @cwin721 Рік тому

      I also like the song 24 play by Janet that I believe they played on

    • @thomaslawrence4774
      @thomaslawrence4774 Рік тому +3

      Loved these albums. Got me through some tough times!

  • @valesabrown2781
    @valesabrown2781 Рік тому +8

    I really love Mint Condition but Stokley is my guy!!!!

  • @JustShanae
    @JustShanae 10 місяців тому +5

    I still blast “Someone to Love” on repeat. Mint Condition is 🔥🔥🔥.

  • @dexterreed1194
    @dexterreed1194 Рік тому +9

    One of my favorite R & B groups Mintcondition timeless music.Stokely is very talented & is so underrated give him his flowers now🎤👑 🔥

  • @dee_jay78
    @dee_jay78 Рік тому +17

    @1:41:21 Thank you Stokley for this!!! You are the only artist that can cry-sang!!! If y'all haven't heard Stokley's "Victoria", I strongly suggest you go now. "Are you crying? No I'm sangin'". 😂😂 To RnB Money, please get Lalah Hathaway and Rahsaan Patterson. Please and thank you. 🙏🏿💪🏿✊🏿💙

    • @Meenabeena64
      @Meenabeena64 Рік тому +1

      You are so right about “Victoria!”😂

    • @ShaamJones
      @ShaamJones 11 місяців тому +1

      I call it cryanging 😂

  • @pillowjones
    @pillowjones Рік тому +6

    H.U.!!! I remember those days! Chris Dave and Stokley use to blow our MINDS in those Fine Arts rooms!!!

  • @sankofafly40
    @sankofafly40 Рік тому +5

    Sir Stokely in the building!! I enjoyed every moment of this one! Respect to you and this show!! #Sankofa

  • @kimberlybossie1023
    @kimberlybossie1023 7 місяців тому +2

    STOKLEY is HIM!!!!❤️❤️❤️

  • @djmeekyoutube
    @djmeekyoutube Рік тому +13

    This interview made me go get back in my Mint Condition bag. It's been beautiful. Such timeless EXQUISITE music. And Stokely wit the red dreads...😍😍😍😍😍😍😍

  • @saharagordon9482
    @saharagordon9482 Рік тому +38

    Tank and J…thank you for capturing these special moments with artists that we love!! This man right here, I’ve been patiently waiting for y’all to have sit in the infamous seat!! Stokley is the definition of R&B!! Love him!!! Next we got to get Joe in that seat lol 🤞🏾

  • @julissagu
    @julissagu 11 місяців тому +6

    I’ve seen him live and it was a SHOWWWW worth every penny

  • @Royalgazlite
    @Royalgazlite Рік тому +18

    Stokley is one of the most talented people of our generation! Thank you guys for giving him his flowers! His longevity reminds me of Charlie Wilson! Voices that transcend time and space! Keep going bro! We appreciate you! Coffee is a banger! If you love me by Mint Condition is one of my favorite song! It takes me to another world!

  • @72Dexter72Manley72
    @72Dexter72Manley72 Рік тому +4

    Stokley is in my top 5 of 90's Male Sangers. PERIOD !!.
    His range and ability to play other instruments is Crazy good.

  • @SGXOXO
    @SGXOXO Рік тому +10

    I saw Stokley perform live last year in July for my birthday, and it was simply the best. My favorite concert EVER! I kept getting told I was too young to know about his music lol Never too young to appreciate classic hits. 🔥

  • @aishaantoine9968
    @aishaantoine9968 Рік тому +8

    I had the chance to meet Mr. Stokley in Houston, he is such a beautiful soul to watch and hear speak! Truly one of the most greatest moments in my life and heart!

  • @bos77
    @bos77 Рік тому +31

    OH YES! THE G.O.A.T. Sir Stokley, the one and only!

  • @avajackson584
    @avajackson584 Рік тому +2

    Stokley Minnesota's finest. You love from Minneapolis 💜

  • @bigshotcampo
    @bigshotcampo Рік тому +4

    “From the mint factory” is a fucking classic I start my day off with that album playing it straight through

  • @Brodenlife
    @Brodenlife Рік тому +5

    I truly love Stokley's music. He is a wonderful performer, I saw him a couple of years ago and it was one of most energized concerts ever. Thank you R&B podcast love you guys. I hope you get Sade on your podcast.

  • @KM-xt4wc
    @KM-xt4wc Рік тому +5

    Isley brothers is more like 60yrs. They literally span from the 60's to now 2020's and still getting it better than these youngins could ever do. My mom saw them this past summer in Flint and the show and singing was great.

  • @cla9085
    @cla9085 Рік тому +6

    Theyl totally missed referencing If You Love Me. Stokely killed that! And So Fine! Whew!

  • @irenereeves1282
    @irenereeves1282 Рік тому +6

    J Valentine's "Nooooooooo!!!" Took me OUT! 😂😂😂😂

  • @gmotif6
    @gmotif6 Рік тому +6

    I got to see Stokely, Joe, Jasmine Sullivan and Marsha Ambrosius at the Indiana Black Expo a couple years back. Made it a weekend with my wife and teenage daughters. The best R&B line up I’ve ever witnessed. My 1st time seeing Stokely and he didn’t disappoint. Between EWF and Mint Condition, those bands got some of the coldest intros🚀🚀🚀

  • @lauragavins1
    @lauragavins1 11 місяців тому +3

    When I tell you I’m a Minthead to my core… please believe it 😍! This band has been moving my soul for decades. I LOVE Stokley❤❤❤! If you ever get a chance to see them live… you won’t regret a second or a dollar❤❤❤❤

  • @TheMusicMan66
    @TheMusicMan66 Рік тому +7

    Stokley is one of the "FEW" great voices of our time. New album FIRE! CAFE...man that song is BONKERS!

  • @ptproc
    @ptproc Рік тому +4

    Yes stokley! We need silk & jagged edge on this podcast ❤️

  • @RiRiTheGr8test
    @RiRiTheGr8test Рік тому +21

    What more can I say? What’s understood doesn’t need to be said! Y’all come through over and over again. @R&B Money Podcast, thanks for Stokley this week. Such an incomparable voice and an amazing talent. Loved the hiStory on him. See y’all next week ❤ 💸💸💸

  • @tiamonique
    @tiamonique Рік тому +23

    Can we get Chante Moore? That Rick and Teena tribute that she and Stokley did was 🔥

    • @channie373
      @channie373 Рік тому +1

      I hate I missed it. Where can i find the tribute?

    • @tiffanyblack6911
      @tiffanyblack6911 19 днів тому

      ​@@channie373I sholl been looking since those comment. 👀... Can't find it.

  • @_Tahmar
    @_Tahmar 11 місяців тому +3

    This is so refreshing getting interviews from REAL legends. Also the people conducting the interview who actually know what they’re talking about asking the perfect questions and not interrupting.

  • @rereross862
    @rereross862 Рік тому +12

    He has a very nice Vocal gift. God has blessed him and he Stokley is a Soul singer . Beautiful range and passion in that voice .great musicians. Great person. Prince has some sons still here ! 💜💜💛💛💙💙🙌🏽👐🏿🙏🏾🙌🏽👐🏿❤️

  • @tinyfling994
    @tinyfling994 5 місяців тому +2

    HERE I AM SNEAKING UP IN HERE IN 2024, AND YOU KNOW WHAT....... I'M HAPPY I DECIDED TO TAKE A LISTENING TO THIS FANTASTIC INTERVIEW WITH STOKLEY. WHICH I THOUGHT WAS EXCELLENT. THIS IS MY FIRST TIME VISITING THIS UA-cam PAGE BY ACCIDENT AND I HAVE ENJOYED WATCHING AND LISTENING TO MORE INTERVIEWS. GREAT WORK DONE FROM TANK AND J VALENTINE. FOR GIVING US GREAT ENTERTAINMENTS FROM THESE INTERVIEWS AND INTERVIEWEES....RESPECT ❤

  • @avajackson584
    @avajackson584 Рік тому +3

    Mint condition was the baddest band in the land. That's how we refer to them in Minnesota 💜 Plus they sang

  • @MsDeesoul
    @MsDeesoul Рік тому +8

    Shout out to my Woke With Stoke family!!!

  • @latashafaithnurse263
    @latashafaithnurse263 10 місяців тому +5

    Stokely!!!!!!!!! What a BEAUTIFUL specimen💚💚💚. Definitely one of my favorite Male Vocalists in the entire world!!!!!!!! He even sang the words "dead or alive" ON KEY!. He's sooo amazing 😊💚