Since 1982, Musicians Reveal with Joe Kelley has spotlighted iconic and rising artists in funk, soul, R&B, and Prince’s musical family.
From its roots on NPR affiliate WVOF 88.5 FM to its thriving YouTube channel (14.3K+ subscribers, 5.6M+ views), the show delivers soulful, in-depth interviews with legends and unsung pioneers alike.
🎤 Hosted by Veteran music host and interviewer Joe Kelley, the show has featured:
Rock & Roll Hall of Famers & Grammy winners
Larry Graham, Mavis Staples, Patrice Rushen, Victor Wooten, Cyndi Lauper
Members of Prince’s Revolution, New Power Generation, The Time, and more
Icons from Zapp, Cameo, P-Funk, and beyond
🎶 In 2004, Prince featured Musicians Reveal on his NPG Music Club and invited Joe to premiere his One Nite Alone… box set in 2002—before any other media outlet.
New interviews weekly.
🎧 Listen and Watch now and explore music history with the artists who shaped it.
🎧 More from Musicians Reveal with Joe Kelley:
YouTube (Full Interviews + Daily Content): https://www.youtube.com/@musiciansreveal
🎶 NEW! Musicians Reveal Radio on Live365 (24/7 Artist Music & Archives): https://live365.com/station/Musicians-Reveal-Radio-a25049
Website (Episodes, Guest Info, and Contact): https://musiciansreveal.com
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1rQAZZtdU2cZB6EeleSZ8J
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/musicians-reveal/id1545165178
In this electrifying episode of Musicians Reveal with Joe Kelley, Kirk Johnson—drummer for Prince and creative force behind Funky Bald Heads—opens up about his evolution from sideman to frontman. Rec…
In this unforgettable episode of Musicians Reveal with Joe Kelley, funk visionary RonKat Spearman—multi-instrumentalist, vocalist, and driving force behind Katdelic—shares his wild, soulful journey t…
Funk guitarist and producer Shaun Bivens of Black Stone Funk Revival joins Joe Kelley to dive into the creation of his raw and soulful new EP Blue Tears. In this intimate conversation, Bivens opens u…
In this heartfelt episode Musicians Reveal with Joe Kelley episode, Dawn Silva opens up about the devastating loss of Sly Stone — a legendary figure in music and a deeply personal mentor and friend. …
Jazz-funk pioneer Jay Beckenstein, saxophonist and co-founder of Spyro Gyra, joins Musicians Reveal with Joe Kelley for an insightful and wide-ranging conversation. With over 51 years of boundary-pus…
In this episode of Musicians Reveal with Joe Kelley, platinum-selling R&B artist Gina Thompson shares her journey from her New Jersey roots to working with super-producer Rodney Jerkins and releasing…
Minneapolis music legend André Cymone joins Musicians Reveal to talk about his new album 1969, his lifelong friendship with Prince, and the legacy of the Minneapolis Sound. He reflects on early colla…
Join Scottie Baldwin, the renowned front-of-house engineer for Prince, Madonna, and Lady Gaga, as he sits down with Musicians Reveal with Joe Kelley for a masterclass in live sound artistry. Baldwin …
In this heartfelt episode of Musicians Reveal with Joe Kelley, vocalist Tamar Davis opens up about the sudden and devastating loss of her close friend and mentor, Prince. Through candid reflections a…
Michael Cooper, iconic lead vocalist of the legendary funk and R&B group Con Funk Shun, joins Joe Kelley for a powerful conversation on Musicians Reveal. Cooper opens up about the emotional moment he…
Renowned keyboardist Gary Hudgins joins Musicians Reveal with Joe Kelley for a powerful and revealing interview. Best known for his work with the Brides of Funkenstein and the larger P-Funk collectiv…
Prince’s genius lives on through those who knew him best. In this heartfelt conversation, New Power Generation keyboardist Tommy Barbarella shares intimate stories and rare behind-the-scenes memories…
Prince’s iconic funk legacy lives on through the voice of Tony M, the trailblazing rapper and frontman of The New Power Generation. In this exclusive Musicians Reveal with Joe Kelley interview, Tony …
From Prince’s Paisley Park to empowering youth through hip-hop and education—David “TC” Ellis shares his incredible journey in this rare 2004 Musicians Reveal with Joe Kelley radio interview. Discove…
Legendary trombonist and Prince collaborator Michael B. Nelson joins Musicians Reveal with Joe Kelley to share inside stories from the NPG Horns and the making of The Hornheads’ all-horn album Fat Li…
Robert Mercurio, the distinguished bassist and producer of the renowned New Orleans funk ensemble Galactic, graces the Musicians Reveal podcast with Joe Kelley to discuss the intricacies of their lat…
Rodney "Skeet" Curtis, a revered bassist in contemporary music, joins us for an illuminating discussion on his extensive career and experiences during a respite from touring with the legendary Maceo …
This "Musicians Reveal with Joe Kelley" podcast episode features an engaging conversation with the esteemed members of Pieces of a Dream: James Lloyd, Curtis Harmon, and Tony Watson Jr. These disting…
In this rare and classic 2011 interview, Musicians Reveal with Joe Kelley features members of fDeluxe, formerly known as The Family — St. Paul Peterson, Jellybean Johnson, Susannah Melvoin, and Eric …
Leroy Harper Jr., an esteemed saxophonist who enjoyed a notable tenure with the legendary James Brown, graces the Musicians Reveal podcast for an enlightening dialogue with host Joe Kelley. The discu…