• In part 2 we talk to Omar about the ownership of his work and masters, his many creative outlets, the resurgence of vinyl, being a vessel for music, spirituality and carrying the torch for a new generation.

  • Nov 27 2024
  • Length: 33 mins
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In part 2 we talk to Omar about the ownership of his work and masters, his many creative outlets, the resurgence of vinyl, being a vessel for music, spirituality and carrying the torch for a new generation.

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  • In part 2 - we talk to Omar about the ownership of his work and masters, his many creative outlets, the resurgence of vinyl, being a vessel for music, spirituality and carrying the torch for a new generation.

    2mins - Ownership of master tapes and adapting to the music industry as is now

    5mins - Playing smaller venues, and keeping connected to communities... "where Prince was doing his after parties - that was where I was doing my gigs..."

    7mins - Dabbling in acting, starring in BBC1s EastEnders and additional creative outlets

    8mins30s - Writing for other people... Should've Known Better by Mica Paris

    9mins - Collaborations with other artists - Leon Ware; Lamont Dozier; Syreeta Wright; Common; Erykah Badu; Kele Le Roc; Terri Walker; Angie Stone

    9mins45s - Working with his brother Scratch Professor

    11mins - Re-releasing earlier albums on vinyl?

    13mins - Other things Omar wants to achieve, and live vs the studio

    15mins30s - Favourite Stevie Wonder moments musically...Venue Fly Trap and The Bug

    16mins30s - New album on limited vinyl - with monthly releases in 2025

    18mins30s - Back in the US on tour for the first time in many years...but also seeing precious family members

    20mins - Being a vessel for music...as a spiritual thing?

    22mins - Testing songs out on the radio, Little Boy?

    23mins - Re-recording an anthem...There's Nothing Like This...

    26mins - Making parents proud and emerging talents on the scene...

    28mins - Surviving the lockdown, earning money, and a new relationship with social media

    29mins30s - Streaming live performances, and working on various projects

    30mins30s - Passing the artistic baton on...

    How Can U Just Leave Me Standing? In Search of Prince... is produced and arranged by Sam J. Bleazard - but couldn't exist without the fabulous contribution from all of our guests!

    The show also features significant original music compositions from Gavin Calder.

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    Email me at: bleazas@hotmail.com if you have any ideas for future episodes, or if you'd like to share any feedback on the show.

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