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Soul of the Streets
Soul of the Streets (SOTS): The Living Archive of Culture
Soul of the Streets (SOTS) is more than a podcast—it is a culture-driven living archive documenting the voices that shape R&B and Hip-Hop. Established in 2014, the platform has spent over a decade preserving the stories, artistry, and moments that define the culture while recognizing emerging voices before the spotlight arrives.
The platform’s legacy includes identifying cultural moments before the world catches on. In April 2014, months before the “Shmoney Dance” became a global phenomenon, Bobby Shmurda and Rowdy Rebel won the Soul of the Streets “Rock Yo Set” competition at the legendary Pyramid Club in New York City performing the record that would later become the NYC classic “Computers.” Moments like this reflect the platform’s commitment to documenting the culture while it is still unfolding.
Hosted by G Waterz—a veteran songwriter, vocalist, and artist manager behind BPE (Beyond Platinum Entertainment)—Soul of the Streets brings a perspective rooted in professional artistry and cultural stewardship. With professional credits including songwriting for Freddie Jackson and background vocals for Joe, G Waterz brings a creator’s understanding to every conversation.
With 500+ episodes and over a decade of consistent programming, Soul of the Streets bridges generations through in-depth interviews, cultural commentary, and curated music programming that documents the voices shaping music history.
Past guests include Valerie Simpson, Melba Moore, Karyn White, Ray Chew, Glenn Jones, Alyson Williams, 3× Grammy-winning producer Darius “Deezle” Harrison (Lil Wayne – Tha Carter III), and Grammy-nominated songwriter Dustin “Dab” Bowie (Beyoncé).
Weekly signature programming includes Hip-Hop Saturdays—featuring themed playlists and commentary reflecting the pulse of the culture—and R&B Sundays, celebrating legendary voices while spotlighting rising artists carrying the torch forward.
Distributed via RedCircle and available on Apple Podcasts, iHeartRadio, Amazon Music, TuneIn, and more, Soul of the Streets continues to serve as a living archive preserving the voices, stories, and music history shaping the culture today.
As the archive continues to grow, Soul of the Streets remains committed to discovering new voices and documenting the next chapter of R&B and Hip-Hop culture.
Soul of the Streets — We saw the future first.
- Episodes
- 828
- Releases
- Twice a week
- Typical length
- 1 hr 26 min
- On air since
- 2017
- Latest episode
- 2 days ago
Episodes
828 episodes, newest first
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1 hr 25 min
Soul Nostalgic. Taking You There. 🎶🕰️💫
Episode 619
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🎧🕰️ This week on Soul of the Streets, Soul Nostalgic. Taking You There. 🎶💫 celebrates the timeless emotions of R&B, bringing together legendary voices, rising talent and soulful sounds that connect generations.
Janet Jackson, Freddie Jackson, Melba Moore, Karyn White and Christopher Williams bring the timeless R&B excellence, while Avery Wilson, Lizzen, Davie, Chekera and Apollo Liberace represent the fresh voices keeping soul music alive and evolving.
From heartfelt ballads to contemporary grooves, this week’s playlist captures the memories, melodies and emotions that make R&B unforgettable.
🎶 Different generations. Timeless emotions. New memories.
Tap in with Soul of the Streets, where real music, real curation and real culture connect.
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1 hr 25 min
Street Antics.. BARZ SPOOKY. Straight Heat. 👻🎤🔥
Episode 618
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This Halloween, Soul of the Streets delivers a wicked mix of Hip Hop heavyweights and rising voices bringing raw bars, street energy and undeniable heat! 💥
🔥 Cardi B, Looze Cannon, Meek Mill, BlandoBandz, Remy Ma, Shyst Vader, French Montana, RichBaby, Connie Diiamond and HBBenii keep the streets buzzing with sounds that hit different!
🎧 Different generations. Different flows. One culture. NOTHING BUT STRAIGHT HEAT! 🔥
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27 min
APOLLO LIBERACE INTERVIEW 🎙️
Episode 617
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🎙️ This week on Soul of the Streets, R&B artist Apollo Liberace joins G Waterz for Episode 101 to discuss his musical journey, artistic evolution, creative influences, and the passion behind his sound.
Apollo opens up about his approach to songwriting, finding his identity as an artist, and his collaboration with Minus Gravity on “Smashin.”
The conversation explores creativity, perseverance, personal growth, and what’s next for this rising talent in R&B.
🎧 Tap in with Soul of the Streets, where real conversations meet real music.
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1 hr 28 min
Soul Progress. Consistent Vibes. ✨💜
Episode 616
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🎧🌱 This week on Soul of the Streets, Soul Progress. Consistent Vibes. ✨💜 brings together timeless R&B, fresh talent and soulful sounds that keep the culture moving forward.
Avery Wilson, Freddie Jackson, Christopher Williams and Lalah Hathaway bring the R&B excellence, while Lizzen, Ali Caldwell, Chekera, Junior Scaife and Melvin Edmonds Jr. represent the evolving sound of soul music.
Plus, this week’s special guest Apollo Liberace teams up with Minus Gravity for “Smashin,” bringing another fresh dimension to the playlist.
🎶 Different generations. Fresh sounds. Consistent vibes.
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1 hr 28 min
🔥 Lock In. Straight Heat.🔥
Episode 615
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🏆🔥 This week on Soul of the Streets, G Waterz presents Lock In. Straight Heat. 🔒💎 30 records bringing raw energy, street anthems, and undeniable Hip Hop heat!
Featuring Busta Rhymes, D’Angelo, Meek Mill, Remy Ma, Yung Miami, French Montana, Max B, Connie Diiamond, HB Benii, and WayVee Porter. Established heavyweights meet independent artists making serious moves.
30 records. Real motion. Indie hustle. Street energy.
🎧 Lock in, turn it up, and feel the heat!
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33 min
JUNIOR SCAIFE RETURNS • INTERVIEW 🎙️
Episode 614
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🎙️ This week on Soul of the Streets, soul singer, songwriter and pianist Junior Scaife returns for an inspiring conversation with G Waterz about personal growth, artistic evolution, and the healing power of music.
They discuss his singles “Nobody Gets My Love” and “Too Much Too Soon,” the influence of legendary Valerie Simpson, his creative connection with Kim Nicole, and an unexpected opportunity involving Jennifer Holliday.
Junior also reflects on an unforgettable encounter near NYC’s legendary Sugar Bar, his upcoming October 25 performance, and why singing remains his greatest medicine through life’s challenges.
This interview is about resilience, authenticity, self discovery, and staying true to your purpose.
🎧 Tap in with Soul of the Streets, where real conversations meet real music.
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1 hr 24 min
✨ Soul Shinin. Spirited Soul ✨
Episode 613
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🎙️ This week on Soul of the Streets, Soul Shinin. Soul Spirited. ✨🎶 celebrates the brilliance, passion and timeless beauty of R&B, where legendary voices meet today’s rising talent. From unforgettable classics to fresh soulful sounds, this playlist brings together the music that moves the heart, uplifts the spirit and keeps the culture alive.
Diana Ross, Aretha Franklin, Stephanie Mills, Freddie Jackson and Melba Moore deliver legendary R&B excellence, while Lalah Hathaway, Junior Scaife, Davie, Chekera and Lizzen bring their own distinctive voices, creativity and soul to the musical landscape.
🎤 Special spotlight on Junior Scaife, whose records “Too Much Too Soon” and “Nobody Gets My Love” are featured in this week’s playlist. Stay tuned as Junior joins Soul of the Streets next week for an exclusive conversation about his music, artistry and journey.
🎧 Tap in. Soul Shinin. Soul Spirited. ✨🎶
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Real music. Real curation. Real culture.
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1 hr 26 min
Culture Unmatched. Motion Unwavering. 🔥💯
Episode 612
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🎧🔥 This week on Soul of the Streets, Culture Unmatched. Motion Unwavering. brings together Hip Hop heavyweights and rising voices pushing the culture forward with undeniable energy, originality and street credibility.
Busta Rhymes connects with D’Angelo on “This Woman,” while Meek Mill delivers “Nightmares To Dreams.” French Montana and Max B bring that New York energy on “Don In My City Pt. 2,” and Remy Ma joins Millyz for “Say Yea.”
The next generation keeps the momentum moving. Connie Diiamond commands attention with “Big Dawg,” HB Benii brings the heat on “Super Freak,” WayVee Porter unites his crew for “Two Step,” and Really Jae Won makes his presence felt with “Trendsetter.”
🎧 Culture Unmatched. Motion Unwavering. Different generations. Different sounds. One culture. No slowing down.
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28 min
CHEKERA INTERVIEW 🎙️
Episode 611
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🎙️ This week on Soul of the Streets, Chekera joins G Waterz for a powerful conversation about faith, purpose, perseverance and trusting the journey even when the path doesn’t unfold the way you expected.
The singer and songwriter reflects on making the Top 50 on American Idol, what that experience taught her and how she continued moving forward in music. Chekera also opens up about her faith, family, the influence of Miss T’s Music Factory and remaining grounded while pursuing her calling.
This interview is about believing in your gift, understanding your purpose and never allowing one moment to define the rest of your story.
🎧 Tap in with Episode 100 of Soul of the Streets, where real conversations meet real music.
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1 hr 31 min
Heavenly Soul. Free Spirit. 🕊️✨
Episode 610
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🎙️ This week on Soul of the Streets, Heavenly Soul. Free Spirit. 🕊️✨ celebrates the timeless beauty of R&B, where soulful voices, heartfelt melodies and musical freedom come together. From classic love songs to today’s fresh sounds, this playlist honors the music that touches the heart, lifts the spirit and lives forever.
Freddie Jackson, Stephanie Mills, Janet Jackson, Ashford & Simpson and Melba Moore bring legendary R&B excellence, while Ali Caldwell, José Quervo, Semaj B, Lizzen and Chekera represent the independent and rising voices carrying soul music into a new generation.
🕊️ A special musical salute to Freddie Jackson, whose voice, legacy and contributions to R&B will forever remain a part of our musical history.
🎧 Tap in. Heavenly Soul. Free Spirit. 🕊️✨
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1 hr 26 min
The Sturdies. Tap In. 💪🏿🔒🎶
Episode 609
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🏆🔥 This week on Soul of the Streets, G Waterz presents The Sturdies. Tap In. 💎 A Hip Hop playlist built on consistency, pressure and staying solid through it all.
Featuring music from Busta Rhymes, D’Angelo, Meek Mill, Remy Ma, Millyz, Connie Diiamond, HB Benii, BSG Ramboo, G-Lloyd and Shmann Dawgg, this mix connects established voices with independent artists putting real work behind their names.
30 records. Real motion. Solid pressure. Street energy.
🎧 Tap in, turn it up and stay sturdy.
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20 min
LIZZEN INTERVIEW 🎙️
Episode 608
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🎙️ This week on Soul of the Streets, rising R&B artist Lizzen joins G Waterz for a conversation about her journey from writing songs while working as a bus driver in Akron to reaching millions of listeners with her breakthrough single, “Why.”
They discuss the personal experiences behind her music, the meaning of her debut album, On the Bus, remaining authentic in an industry driven by trends, and what she learned from working with Robin Thicke, Keith Sweat, Jacquees, and Trina.
Lizzen also speaks about the importance of protecting her voice, staying grounded through success, and what listeners can expect from her latest single, “Apologies,” and the music she has coming next.
This interview is about faith, perseverance, authenticity, and betting on yourself when all you have is a dream.
🎧 Tap in with Soul of the Streets, where real conversations meet real music.
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1 hr 28 min
Soul Steppin. Feel Good. 🕺🏿🎶
Episode 607
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🎙️ This week on Soul of the Streets, Soul Steppin. Feel Good. brings together R&B made to move to. Smooth grooves, grown soul, love, rhythm and feel good energy come together in one playlist built for stepping, vibing and letting the music ride.
SWV, Trey Songz, Sevyn Streeter, Christopher Williams and Avery Wilson bring familiar R&B flavor, while Ali Caldwell, José Quervo, Semaj B, Lizzen and Merce represent the independent and rising voices keeping soul music moving forward.
🎧 Tap in. Soul Steppin. Feel Good. 🕺🏿🎶
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1 hr 29 min
Street Access. By Law. 🔥🏙️
Episode 606
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🎧🔥 This week on Soul of the Streets, Street Access. By Law. brings together proven names and hungry voices moving Hip Hop through the streets on their own terms.
Fat Joe and Remy Ma connect on “Dead or Alive,” while Busta Rhymes links with D’Angelo for “This Woman.” Cardi B turns the energy up with “Ah Ha,” and Meek Mill joins Silvver Surf on the “Goose Coat” remix.
The independent side stays just as strong. CrooklynBorn keeps it honest with “Can’t Complain,” Juxx Diamondz goes all in on “By Any Means (Brick By Brick),” King Beamo steps sharp on “Suit & Tie,” WayVee Porter brings the crew together for “Two Step,” and JackBabi Jay keeps his momentum going with “That’s Ok.”
🎧 Street Access. By Law. No waiting for permission. No shortcuts. Just records earning their way into rotation.
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22 min
JOSE QUERVO INTERVIEW 🎙️
Episode 605
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🎙️ This week on Soul of the Streets, Jose Quervo joins G Waterz for a powerful conversation about surviving stage 4 cancer, rediscovering his purpose and refusing to let adversity end his story.
The Puerto Rican R&B artist discusses how his battle changed his outlook on life and music, the creative vision behind his album Aqua Man and the meaning behind his single “N.O. Nights.” Jose also opens up about resilience, artistic independence and using his second chance to pursue his calling with greater purpose.
This interview is about survival, rebirth and finding the strength to keep creating when life tests you the most.
🎧 Tap in with Soul of the Streets, where real conversations meet real music.
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1 hr 32 min
Soul Precision. Real Feels. 🎯❤️🔥🎶
Episode 604
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🎙️ This week on Soul of the Streets, Soul Precision. Real Feels. brings together R&B that hits with intention. Love, reflection, desire, heartbreak and grown soul all meet in one playlist built around records that feel as strong as they sound.
Lalah Hathaway, Joe, Sevyn Streeter, Christopher Williams and Lisa Fischer bring familiar R&B excellence, while José Quervo, Ali Caldwell, Lizzen, Semaj B and Merce represent the independent and rising voices continuing the story.
🎧 Tap in. Soul Precision. Real Feels. 🎯❤️🔥🎶
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1 hr 19 min
Streets For The Win. Just Different. 💎🏆
Episode 603
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🏆🔥 This week on Soul of the Streets, G Waterz presents Streets For The Win. Just Different. 💎 A Hip Hop playlist fueled by hungry bars, indie hustle and winning energy.
Featuring music from Fivio Foreign, Cardi B, Remy Ma, Meek Mill, Millyz, Jack Babi Jay, HB Benii, Shmann Dawgg, Losk33 and Lady Slim, this mix brings established voices and rising talent together with something to prove.
30 records. Real motion. Indie hustle. Street energy.
🎧 Tap in, turn it up and keep going.
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25 min
SEMAJ B INTERVIEW 🎙️
Episode 602
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🎙️ This week on Soul of the Streets, Chicago R&B artist Semaj B joins G Waterz for a conversation about discovering his musical calling, growing up on the South Side and realizing there was more to life than the streets.
Semaj B discusses beginning his musical journey on the alto saxophone, performing at his first open mic in college and the influence his grandfather had on his path. He also speaks about developing his sound, working with Grammy winning producer Guitar Boy and creating music that feels honest and personal.
The conversation explores the story behind “Love Ain’t Fair” and his upcoming single “Quit This 9 to 5,” a record inspired by his own experience that he believes could become a world anthem.
This interview is about purpose, taking a chance on yourself and following the lane that feels like home.
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1 hr 26 min
Soul Intuition. Trust It. 🖤🔮
Episode 601
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🎙️ This week on Soul of the Streets, Soul Intuition follows the feelings that speak before words ever can. Love, heartbreak, healing and desire meet in an R&B playlist built on one message: trust what your soul is telling you.
Lalah Hathaway, Semaj B, Q Parker, Lizzen, Christopher Williams, Apollo Liberace, Xscape, Ali Caldwell, Eunice Rivers and Merce bring established soul and rising energy into one experience.
🎧 Tap in. Soul Intuition. Trust It.
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1 hr 26 min
🌊 Urban Tides. Never Stop. 🌆💪🏿
Episode 600
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🎧🔥 This week on Soul of the Streets, Urban Tides. Never Stop. brings together established names and rising voices pushing Hip Hop forward.
Busta Rhymes connects with D’Angelo on “This Woman,” Cardi B turns up the pressure with “Ah Ha,” and Yung Miami, Kodak Black and Lil Baby unite for the “Spend Dat” remix. The next wave stays strong with WayVee Porter and Abillyon on “Two Step,” AO Aliente and Neek Bucks on “Home or Nah?,” and HB Benii with Lil Zay Osama on “Super Freak.”
JackBabi Jay keeps moving on “Slippin,” OnPointLikeOP and Kay Glizz chase the paper with “Getting the Mula,” King Beamo steps out sharp on “Suit & Tie,” and Ovi Jozi shows his determination through “40 Nights.”
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