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This episode is about moments where the music perfectly matched the emotion on screen to scenes where a song became just as iconic as the movie itself, we break down our favorite song-and-scene combinations and why they still hit today.

We also jump into a round of Kiss, Marry, Kill, because things always get interesting when opinions clash 👀. Plus, we rewind the clock to 1993 to spotlight Breaking Atoms, the debut album from Main Source, led by producer Large Professor. We talk about its impact, the era it came from, and why tracks like “Looking at the Front Door” still resonate decades later.

Music, movies, classic hip-hop, and real conversation—this episode brings it all together. Tap in and vibe with us

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It’s a NEW YEAR and EL and Cheryl Poison kick off the year with laughs, side-eye, and a whole lot of music nostalgia on Once Upon a Time in Music. Before getting into the topic, they break down the New Year’s resolutions everybody swears they’re going to keep—cutting bad habits, losing weight, saving money, and “leaving people in last year”… yeah, right.

The main conversation dives into artists you swore were Black when you first heard them. From soulful voices and reggae vibes to smooth R&B and crossover hits, the duo revisits classic songs and artists that had the culture fooled before music videos and social media told the full story. Expect throwbacks, honorable mentions, wild commentary, and plenty of “wait… THEY weren’t Black?” moments.

Of course, it wouldn’t be the show without Kiss, Marry, Kill, hilarious side stories, playful debates, and unfiltered opinions that only L and Cheryl can deliver. Funny, nostalgic, and a little reckless—this episode sets the tone for the year the only way they know how.

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This week on Once Upon a Time in Music, EL and Cheryl Poison slow things all the way down and tap into their favorite R&B joints — the deep cuts, the late-night vibes, and the songs you might’ve skipped back in the day but need to hear again right now.

From ’70s soul to 2000s R&B, the crew puts listeners on to hidden gems and timeless classics from artists like Prince, Marvin Gaye, Bootsy Collins, Jodeci, Music Soulchild, Toni Braxton, Ginuwine, Kelly Price, Mariah Carey, Jhené Aiko, The Isley Brothers, Intro, and more. If you love smooth vocals, grown-folk music, and records that still hit no matter the era, this one’s for you.

They also jump into Kiss, Marry, Kill, run a Price Tag Check comparing then vs. now, talk new music and mixed reviews, spotlight a classic album anniversary, and reminisce about mixtapes, Columbia House CDs, and how certain songs just feel different when they come on late at night.

This episode is pure vibes, laughs, nostalgia, and R&B love — and by the end, it’s clear this one needs a Part 2.

Press play, grab your pen for the playlist, and ride out with Once Upon a Time in Music.

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Season 2, Episode 3 is here, and we’re celebrating Jay-Z’s birthday with a special guest — B Easy from the DJ Blaze Radio Show Podcast. We talk his top hip-hop picks, Jay-Z’s greatest collabs, albums, producers, and why Hov shaped whole eras of music. Plus, a wild round of Kiss, Marry, Kill that goes completely off the rails. A fun, fast, Hov-heavy episode you don’t want to miss.

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This week on Once Upon a Time in Music, EL and Cheryl kick things off catching up after the holiday madness—leftover plates, turkey sandwiches, Christmas trees still in the attic, and all the jokes that come with it.

But the real chaos starts when they launch into the Sweet 16 Junk Food Bracket—a full-on showdown between the greatest snacks of all time. Oreos vs. Rice Krispie Treats, M&M’s vs.… well, everybody. Sweet vs. salty. Classics vs. curveballs. And only one snack can walk away the champion.

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This week on Once Upon a Time in Music the second season , EL and Cheryl celebrate Cheryl’s birthday with laughs, Longhorn stories, and a wild round of Kiss, Marry, Kill. They spotlight two classics—Erykah Badu’s Mama’s Gun and Wu-Tang’s The W turning 25—and break down their all-time favorite buddy cop movies, from 48 Hours to Training Day to Men in Black. Plus, Price Tag Check, and news on Jellybean Johnson of The Time and Pras from the Fugees.It’s a fun, lively episode packed with jokes, insights, and real talk.

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This week on Once Upon a Time in Music We kick things off with Weekly News, a throwback to the gritty rap era of ’94 as we spotlight Method Man’s classic Tical and the whole Carhartt-hoodie, Army-fatigue, street-era vibe that shaped the culture.

Then it’s time for Price Tag Check, where we compare yesterday’s $3.50 Whopper to today’s $11.30 heartbreak — wrong orders, extra mustard, cold burgers and all.

Of course, you know what’s next: Kiss, Marry, Kill, the segment that exposes all the crushes, confessions, and questionable choices. From Grace Jones to Seal to Mariah Carey… from chocolate to caramel to “a little bit of white chocolate”… nobody is safe. The lists get longer, the picks get wilder, and the debates get messy in the funniest way.

We wrap things up with more celebrity fantasies, more laughter, and some surprising “field trip” plans, plus news on Sesame Street’s 56-year milestone and the upcoming Different World reboot.

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This week on Once Upon a Time in Music, L and Cheryl ask the ultimate question — if you could bring any celebrity back from the dead, who would it be and why? They break down who really deserved a second chance, who left too soon, and who would still be dominating today.

Plus, a fiery voicemail from the “Invisible Co-Host,” a little news update, and a wild round of Kiss, Marry, Kill that goes completely off the rails. Another hilarious episode you don’t want to miss!