KBLA's Lyric Lounge

Special guest co host Kenneth Crouch joins the table for a soulful ride. Teal opens the show with Swindle’s Darkest Hour featuring Poppy Ajudha and Daley, a moment that cuts deep into what it feels like to be held in your heaviest season. Kenneth follows with his pick, Psalms 150’s Change It , a reminder that spirit, groove, and intention can shift any room. Tosha wraps it up with Eric Benet’s So...

KBLA’s Lyric Lounge Presents: OutKast’s Stankonia — 25th Anniversary Celebration 🚂 Now streaming! We’re celebrating 25 years of Stankonia , the album that redefined hip-hop and funk forever. 🎤 Ural dives into “Slum Beautiful” 🎤 Teal breaks down “Humble Mumble” 🎤 Tosha unpacks “I’ll Call Before I Come” From wild wordplay to Southern-fried soul, this one’s a deep dive into the genius of André 30...

❄️ cuffing season on kbla’s lyric lounge 🔥 Ural slides in with alex isley “smoke & mirrors.” 💋 Tosha turns up the slow-burn with tank “slowly.” 🫶 Teal brings the late-night glow with vanjess “addicted.” 🎧 stream the full episode now on all digital platforms. 📲 download the kbla1580 app from the apple app store or google play. 💌 got a track you’d like dissected next? email kblalyriclounge...

This week on KBLA’s Lyric Lounge, we let the music do the talking. Tosha opens the vibe with The Colleagues featuring October London “Patience.” It’s that slow-burn R&B that reminds you love can’t be rushed. A groove that moves like candlelight, steady, warm, and worth the wait. Teal slides in next with After 7 “Honey (Oh How I Need You).” Pure 90s elegance. Smooth harmonies, velvet vocals, an...

On this episode of KBLA's Lyric Lounge, we turn our focus to the recent events in Los Angeles, drawing inspiration from the powerful lyrics of hope and resilience. Tosha opens with Sting's "Fragile," featuring the legendary Stevie Wonder, a poignant reflection on life's fragility. Teal follows with the timeless anthem "Lean on Me" by Bill Withers, a call for support and unity in times of adversity...

This episode of KBLA’s Lyric Lounge is a soulful tribute to the great D’Angelo. Tosha opens the groove with “Me & Those Dreamin’ Eyes of Mine,” a poetic reflection that captures D’Angelo’s early genius, where love feels like daydreams dipped in honey. Teal slides into “Spanish Joint,” a joyful fusion of jazz and soul, a song that moves like sunlight over rhythm, where musicianship and spirit b...

This week on KBLA’s Lyric Lounge, Teal & Ural bring a masterclass in rhythm, range, and realness. Teal takes it back to 1972 with The Isley Brothers – “Work to Do.” A groove that’s part funk, part sermon — a song about responsibility, love, and that everyday hustle that never quits. Ural keeps it global with Bad Bunny’s “Monaco” — a track that moves like a luxury confession, where fame, rhythm...

🙌🏾 This week on KBLA’s Lyric Lounge, we lift our voices high for a Gospel celebration. 🎶 Teal, Tosha & Ural dive into songs of faith, strength, and spirit featuring: ✨ The Georgia Mass Choir – “Joy” (featuring Dorothy Anderson & Kirk Franklin) ✨ Karen Clark Sheard – “Balm in Gilead” ✨ Nathan Davis Jr. – “Woke Up This Moring” It’s a soul-stirring lineup filled with power, praise, and...

KBLA’s Lyric Lounge, is joined by the brilliant Samora Pinderhughes. Musician. Poet. Storyteller. Activist. Samora’s work transcends genres, blending jazz, soul, and social commentary into sonic truth. Tosha, Teal, and Ural sit down with Samora to unpack the heart behind his art, from his powerful compositions to the stories that fuel them. It’s a conversation about music as medicine, art as prote...

🎶 This week on KBLA’s Lyric Lounge… we freestyle with no theme, just vibes. ✨ Teal takes it back to 1979 with Machine’s disco anthem “There But for the Grace of God There Go I”, a dancefloor groove with razor-sharp social commentary. 🌙 Ural leans into the futuristic R&B of Rochelle Jordan’s “Lay”, a track that feels like silk and basslines intertwined. ❤️ Tosha closes it out with Marvin Gay...

When you talk about the greatest lyricists in R&B, Gordon Chambers is always in the conversation. From Anita Baker’s “I Apologize” to Brandy’s “One Voice” and so many timeless songs for Usher, Beyoncé, and more, his pen has defined generations. On this week’s KBLA’s Lyric Lounge , Gordon joins Tosha, Teal & Ural for an unforgettable conversation about lyrics, legacy, and the magic of songw...

This episode of KBLA's Lyric Lounge takes a heartfelt look at "Love and Marriage," featuring an exquisite lineup of songs that delve into the essence of lifelong partnerships and romantic commitments. Join hosts Tosha, Teal, and Ural as they explore the melodies and lyrics that have become anthems of love and togetherness. Ural sets the tone with the timeless duet "Endless Love" by Lionel Richie a...

🎷 This week on KBLA’s Lyric Lounge… it’s all about Terrace Martin. Tosha, Teal, and Ural sit down with the Grammy-nominated producer, saxophonist, and cultural connector to dig into his music, his journey, and the heartbeat of L.A. As a bonus, legendary keyboardist Kenneth Crouch joins the studio to give Terrace his flowers in real time, praise from one great to another. It’s an episode filled wi...

This week on KBLA’s Lyric Lounge, we’re freestyling. No theme. No rules. Just three hosts, three very different vibes. ✨ Tosha taps into the soulful confidence of Muni Long “Super Power.” 🎹 Teal rewinds to 1985 for Stevie Wonder’s spy-groove hit “Part Time Lover.” 🎤 Ural steps into the present with Little Simz “Only,” a lyrical masterclass. It’s a mix of decades, genres, and moods, proving good...

This week on KBLA’s Lyric Lounge… a living legend pulls up a chair. Tosha, Teal, and Ural sit down with the one and only Buddy Guy to talk about his powerful new album "Ain’t Done With The Blues." At 89, Buddy’s guitar still testifies, his voice still preaches, and his lyrics still cut through generations. We dive into the stories behind the songs, his legacy, and why the blues are far f...

This week on KBLA’s Lyric Lounge… we time travel to the year 2000. Back when flip phones snapped shut with sass, velour ruled closets, and music hit with emotion and edge. Teal floats through All Saints’ “Black Coffee” — a smooth, ambient brew of love and reflection. Tosha leans into the silk-and-tears R&B of Carl Thomas’ “My Valentine.” Ural goes left with Eminem’s “Drug Ballad,” where the pa...

This week on KBLA’s Lyric Lounge… we take it back to the groove-heavy, glitter-drenched year of 1978. Tosha, Teal & Ural dig into the music and magic of the era: 💋 The Rolling Stones sway through heartbreak with “Miss You” 💄 Grace Jones brings the drama and disco with “Do or Die” ❤️‍🔥 Michael Henderson & Rena Scott slow it down with “Take Me I’m Yours” From Studio 54 to soul-searching l...

This week on the Lyric Lounge, we're thrilled to have the legendary Wayne Vaughn as our guest! Dive into the stories behind the classic hits he's penned and uncover musical treasures. He talks about working with Earth Wind and Fire, The Emotions, Vesta, and stories about Prince and Todd Bridges. Tune in every Saturday at 4 PM PST for our live session, or enjoy the divine encore at 11 PM. Missed it...

This episode of KBLA’s Lyric Lounge pays tribute to the smooth, unmistakable voice of Walter Scott, founding member of The Whispers. Tosha, Teal, and Ural reflect on a legacy built on velvet harmonies, grown-folk storytelling, and timeless soul. From "And the Beat Goes On” to “Say Yes,” Walter’s voice was the heart of love songs that never aged. He didn’t just sing the lyrics, he lived them....

This episode of The Lyric Lounge is a heartfelt tribute to Wayne Lewis of the legendary group Atlantic Starr. Tosha, Teal, and Ural revisit the magic in three timeless tracks: “Let’s Get Closer” – grown-folks romance in groove form “Silver Shadow” – mystic, melodic, unforgettable “Fallin’ in Love” – the quiet ache of surrender Wayne’s keys, voice, and songwriting helped define a sound where love m...

Were you able to tune in to the most recent installment of KBLA's Lyric Lounge, with Tosha, Teal, and Ural? Taking a journey through the realm of Blue Eyed Soul, Ural dissects Jamiroquai "Manifest Destiny", and Teal provided a review of a Soft Rock Classic, Ambrosia's "Biggest Part of Me.", then Tosha rounds it out with Average White Band "A Love of Your Own"....

This episode of The Lyric Lounge is all freestyle—no theme, just feel. Tosha, Teal, and Ural dig into three tracks that hit in different ways but all speak the truth. 🍼 Logic lays it out with “Dad Bod” —a relatable, unfiltered take on fatherhood and real-life rap. 💔 Janet Jackson’s “I Get Lonely (TNT Remix)” feat. Blackstreet brings the emotion and harmony with a 90s remix classic. 🌌 Avery Wils...

This week on #KBLALyricLounge, we’ve got a diverse and soulful lineup! Ural dives into Doechii's uplifting track "Sunday Best," Tosha explores the smooth and sensual "Love Around the Clock" by Raheem DeVaughn featuring Goapele, and Teal takes us back in time with James Brown and the James Cleveland Choir's gospel-infused classic, "The Old Landmark." Tune in to KBLA1580 every Saturday at 4 PM PST o...

This week on KBLA’s Lyric Lounge , Tosha, Teal, and Ural explore the rich, genre-blurring soundscape of José James. A sonic shapeshifter whose catalog reads like a love letter to jazz, soul, hip-hop, and everything in between. José James doesn’t just sing. He inhabits the music. His voice floats like steam from a midnight cup of tea, warm with memory and cool with intention. One moment he’s channe...

This week on The Lyric Lounge , Tosha, Teal, and Ural take a cinematic stroll through the music and lyrics that scored the films of Spike Lee. From Arrested Development’s “Revolution” , a rallying cry of rhythm and resistance, to the aching urgency of New Power Generation’s “Count the Days” , and the timeless tenderness of Stevie Wonder’s “These Three Words”. T his episode explores how Spike’s sou...