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Kym Mazelle: The First Lady of House Music

Kym Mazelle: The First Lady of House Music

FromBlack House Black Joy Podcast


Kym Mazelle: The First Lady of House Music

FromBlack House Black Joy Podcast

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Length:
26 minutes
Released:
Jun 22, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Kym Mazelle  is a pioneer of house music in the United Kingdom and Europe.] She is credited as "The First Lady of House Music
In 1990, Mazelle joined the British music group Soul II Soul. Her lead vocals on the single "Missing You" on their second album Vol. II: 1990 – A New Decade achieved major success worldwide. 

She talks with producer Jamara Wakefield about her musical experiences growing up in a Chocolate City like Gary Indiana, what led her to become the first woman to receive a major record deal for House Music, and how her music ended up a sensation in the UK.


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Released:
Jun 22, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (18)

We delve into the stories and experiences of the Black creatives who have made House Music a space for joy, expression, and liberation. Each episode, we sit down with members of the community to discuss their journeys, inspirations, and perspectives on the House Music scene. We also explore the impact that House Music has as Black culture and activism in New Jersey and beyond. Our podcast is the perfect companion to the upcoming film docu-series "Black House, Black Joy", which explores the same themes and stories in visual form.