Theoretikally R & B

Theoretikally R & B

Founded in 2023, Theoretikally R&B (TRNB) is the passion project of longtime college friends. Commonly described as a safe space for R&B, TRNB provides the opportunity to immerse in deep discussion around the soulful sounds, artistry and culture of the genre. Much more than a podcast, Theoretikally R&B is a community dedicated to creating a place to listen, laugh, and learn about all things rhythm and blues. We invite all to join us as we examine and embrace the instruments, artists, and lyrics that define R&B. For Us, R&B music is our love language. We welcome all to communicate with us fluently, consistently and intentionally in this space.

Episodes

January 1, 2026 41 mins

On this episode of Theoretikally R&B, we take a journey through a path of music to artists we may have forgotten through the years. Hit play and allow the Slow Song King Kong and the professor to shine a light on some of your favorites that have gotten lost in your shuffle of music added. From Black Moses to Lizzen, this journey is one of discovery or unsung or re-sung! 

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On this episode of Theoretikally R&B, we are in the mood to celebrate! Hit play and celebrate the close of the old year and welcome in the new one and all it's possibilities with songs that fit the theme of any party!  No matter if you are ready to 'Groove Tonight' or living the 'Champagne Life', the boys of TRNB discuss songs that will have you poppin bottles and moving on the dance floor.

Happy New Year from us to you! 

 

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On this episode of Theoretikally R&B, we discuss some of the "other" classics that are played during the Holiday after our classics of 'This Christmas', 'Silent Night' and Mariah! Hit play and check out our 2 Christmas versions, Traditional Merry Christmas and Happy Xmas. No matter where your age and where you fit, the gift of music is wrapped up and under the tree. 

Happy Holidays from TRNB! 

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On this episode of Theoretikally R&B, we grab the aux for a more personal listen to the musical taste of the gentlemen of TRNB.  Whether its JC smooth choice of Luther Vandross or Slap's updated version of Funk from Leon Knight, we either providing a touch of nostalgia or an introduction to something new for your playlist.  Hit play and take a visit to a small sample size of our R&B worlds.  

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On this episode of Theoretikally R&B, we discuss songs with the same title but different interpretations.  Hit play and listen as we discuss some of the best song titles in R&B lore. From 'Lately' to 'Love', this episode will have you singing along, and choosing a side...  

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On this episode of Theoretikally R&B, we discuss artist the express themselves through increased volume.  Some of our favorite artists have tested the sound engineers level ability.  So join us for an episode of some lyrical Hootin and Hollering! 

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On this episode of Theoretikally R&B, we discuss a category of music that contains the authors of our Ghetto Love stories.  Artists that presented as rough around the edges, but found love just the same. Hit play and remember classic jams that cover meet ups, love making, and break ups that are happening around the way in every hood. 

Lace up your Du-rag and unlace your Timbs, as we go into this musical journey. 

 

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November 13, 2025 42 mins

On this episode of Theoretikally R&B, we discuss what happens when the other shoe drops after you get some good lovin.  'I'm sprung' is our musical journey into songs where the artists just couldn't get enough after experiencing another. From Barry White to Ciara, artists have been expressing their longing to get that "thang" back! 

 

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On this episode of Theoretikally R&B, we uncover unusual places where R&B influence is found.  From television show introductions, consumer commercials, and other genres of music, the R&B influence was evident everywhere! Hit play and relate to the soul of R&B music that is everywhere! 

 

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On this episode of Theoretikally R&B, we jump in the time machine and travel to the not to distant time of 2015.  Despite it not being that long ago, the year 2015, provided some timeless hits from artists such as Chris Brown, Rihanna, Janet Jackson, and Drake (Yeah remember him).  Hit play and get a little bit of nostalgia, and a whole lot of groove as we take you back, way back (Actually not), into time! 

 

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On this episode of Theoretikally R&B, we get nasty. Music that puts the blues in your left thigh that tries to become the funk in your right! Whether it's the Isley Brothers,  Janet Jackson, Silk or Chris Brown, take a journey with us of music makes you want to strip down and get to it! So turn off the lights, light a candle and prepare to get naked! 

 

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On this episode of Theoretikally R&B we give the listeners the chance to pick artists and songs.  They chose the songs for various reasons.  Maybe we might of missed them, maybe the theorists was late to the journey but regardless of the reason, we are highlighting the music on this episode.  So for this week, the musical choice was all yours! 

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On this episode of Theoretikally R&B, we revisit the world of remade R&B songs - The covers, samples and bold reimagining that breathe new life into classic tracks.  From artists who pay homage to their predecessors to those who completely flip the script, we explore how reinterpretation shapes the genre's evolution. Why do some remakes hit harder than the original? Why do some covers become a classic on their own? Hit play...

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On this episode of Theoretikally R&B, we discuss singular tracks from various soundtracks.  Every classic movie has one song that takes us to a scene in the movie, the time and the place we watched the movie, or the feeling we had as the credits rolled signifying the ending of an instant classic. From 'Let's do it again' to 'Insecure', song placement has long since been used to assist the director in telling a story.  Hit play ...

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On this episode of Theoretikally R&B.  We jump into the time machine and land in 1985.  Whether you were in the club dancing to these hits, in the backseat being made to listen to these jams or not even thought of yet, the hits from this year live in the DNA of us all.  Hit play and celebrate classic music of (gulp) 40 years ago! 

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September 18, 2025 55 mins

On this episode of Theoretikally R&B we discuss the feeling you get when you see, hear and think of an ex fresh off a relationship.  Whether you yelling out 'Gloria' or 'So Sick', these songs remind you of the one that got away. So hit play and be tempted to text that ex, 'I miss you'! 

 

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On this episode of Theoretikally R&B, join us as we explore some of the iconic, unforgettable powerhouse voices of R&B music.  Hit play and affirm some of your favorite voices and discover some new talents that are the driving force behind our love affair with the genre. 

 

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On this episode, we again try to capture perfection to the listening ear. Perfect songs part 2 is our journey for the search of songs that are deniable 10s.  Hit play and groove at some absolute 10s and some well intentioned misses. Let us know which songs belong in the pantheon of perfect R&B. 

 

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On this episode of Theoretikally R&B, We put two of the greatest decades of music against each other. Whether its Whitney Vs Mariah, or Jodeci Vs New Edition, We challenge you to make the hard choice! Either way, during this journey of artistry, music wins! 

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On this episode of Theoretikally R&B, we discuss what happens when beautiful people, vibes and libations meet! A glass of wine is a mood that requires a playlist and the right company.  Join us as we set the perfect accompaniment for a party of two, low lights and perfect intentions. 

 

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