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Good Vinyl Mornings with PL Sweets

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Step into a world where music meets motivation. Good Vinyl Mornings is your key to starting each day on a high note. PL Sweets curates an eclectic mix that resonates with the day"s theme, ensuring that every tune is a guiding light through your daily adventures. Unwind and absorb the positivity radiating from every beat Monday - Friday.

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17:15

GVM Classic: Good Vinyl Mornings Special Edition |Top...

Good Vinyl Mornings with PL Sweets ·

2025/12/15

Before autotune. Before hooks were crafted by committees. There was sound—raw, undiluted, and electric. The 1970s birthed a golden age where instrumentation wasn’t just the backdrop—it was the story. And for this special edition of Good Vinyl Mornings, PL Sweets spins deeper than the grooves on the record. He’s pulling the needle back to a time when rhythm and melody didn’t need lyrics to speak straight to the soul.These 15 instrumental masterpieces weren’t just tracks—they were movements

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11:30

GVM Classic: Necessarily the Mother of Invention 🎵...

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2025/12/12

Some of the most iconic sounds in hip-hop history came from unexpected places. In this episode of Good Vinyl Mornings, host Prentiss "PL Sweets" Thompson explores the legendary breakbeat from Bob James' "Take Me to the Mardi Gras"—one of the most sampled drum breaks in hip-hop—and its deep connection to the culture, especially through Run-D.M.C.’s classic "Peter Piper."But the story doesn’t start with Bob James. Its origins trace back to a lesser-known name in this musical journey—Paul

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15:26

GVM Classic: Growth Through Unexpected Partnerships 🎵...

Good Vinyl Mornings with PL Sweets ·

2025/12/10

Sometimes, the best opportunities come from the most unexpected places. In this episode of Good Vinyl Mornings, host Prentiss "PL Sweets" Thompson explores how embracing unusual partnerships can lead to legendary success, using Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg’s iconic track "Nuthin’ But a G Thang" and its sampled foundation, Leon Haywood’s "I Want to Do Something Freaky to You."When Dr. Dre was crafting the sound of The Chronic (1992), he pulled from an era that many wouldn’t expect—smooth ‘70s

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12:32

GVM Classic: Excellence in Every Moment 🎵 Inspired...

Good Vinyl Mornings with PL Sweets ·

2025/12/08

If you’ve ever danced through a hard time, you know this truth: joy isn’t just a reaction—it’s a practice. And excellence? That’s not just in the big milestones—it’s in how you make your bed, how you speak to a stranger, how you show up for the dream even when no one’s watching.On today’s episode of Good Vinyl Mornings, PL Sweets drops the needle on Inner Life’s underground disco classic, “Moment of My Life,” a track that pulses with liberation, gratitude, and high-frequency soul. Jocelyn

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12:55

GVM Classic Prove It to Yourself: The Power of...

Good Vinyl Mornings with PL Sweets ·

2025/12/05

How do you define your worth? Is it based on how others see you, or is it something deeper—something only you can prove to yourself? In this introspective episode of Good Vinyl Mornings, host Prentiss "PL Sweets" Thompson breaks down the soulful storytelling of Alicia Keys’ “You Don’t Know My Name” and its deep connection to The Main Ingredient’s timeless track “Let Me Prove My Love to You.”Alicia’s 2003 hit, produced by Kanye West, is a masterclass in blending old and new. The warm,

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17:14

Navigating the Givers and the Takers Inspired by:...

Good Vinyl Mornings with PL Sweets ·

2025/12/03

In this episode of Good Vinyl Mornings, PL Sweets steps into one of the most unspoken dynamics in our everyday lives: the balance between those who pour in and those who constantly take out. And riding shotgun for this conversation is the undeniable groove of Chaka Khan’s “What Cha’ Gonna Do for Me,” a song that doesn’t just ask a question — it shines a spotlight on expectations, energy, and mutual respect.Chaka’s vocals float with confidence, but the message cuts deep: If I’m showing up

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13:10

Don’t Run From Correction Inspired by: “Try Again” –...

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2025/12/01

On this episode of Good Vinyl Mornings, PL Sweets breaks down a truth we don’t always like to face: correction isn’t punishment — it’s an invitation to get better. And nothing frames that message with more honesty than Champaign’s smooth 1983 classic, “Try Again.”Before the synth lines shimmer in and the drums settle into that slow-groove pocket, the song already embodies the spirit of humility. It’s a track about owning your missteps, rediscovering your center, and being willing to start

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12:57

GVM Classic: Keep Your Dreams to Yourself | Inspired...

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2025/11/28

Today’s groove is deep, cosmic, and quietly powerful—just like your dreams. On this episode of Good Vinyl Mornings, host Prentiss "PL Sweets" Thompson guides you through the lush, synth-rich landscape of Herbie Hancock’s “Stars in Your Eyes”. With its shimmering keys and soul-funk fusion, the track invites you to reflect inward and protect what matters most.Because dreams don’t expire—they evolve. And sometimes, the best way to nurture them is in silence. In a world quick to question and

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12:56

GVM Classic: Building Long-Lasting Friendships |...

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2025/11/26

True friendship isn’t flashy—it’s soul-deep, tested by time, and rooted in trust. In this heart-centered episode of Good Vinyl Mornings, we explore the invisible glue that holds real friendships together: consistency, vulnerability, and a rhythm that never skips a beat.We start with Alicia Keys’ “Unbreakable,” a warm, affirming anthem that speaks to the power of connection that survives life’s seasons—good and bad. But the roots of that sound stretch further back. Alicia sampled the smooth,

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12:05

Forgiveness Is For You Inspired by: “I Say a Little...

Good Vinyl Mornings with PL Sweets ·

2025/11/24

On this episode of Good Vinyl Mornings, PL Sweets drops the needle on a truth we all struggle with but eventually must face: forgiveness isn’t something you give to people who hurt you — it’s something you give back to yourself. And nothing captures that tender balance of pain, hope, and release like Aretha Franklin’s powerful interpretation of “I Say a Little Prayer.”Originally recorded by Dionne Warwick, the song takes on a deeper, almost spiritual meaning when Aretha sings it. Her

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12:31

GVM Classic: Celebrate the Sunrise 🎵 Inspired by:...

Good Vinyl Mornings with PL Sweets ·

2025/11/21

This morning on Good Vinyl Mornings, we invite you to pause, breathe, and truly celebrate the sunrise—not just the one outside your window, but the one rising inside of you. With “Golden Time of Day” as our soulful soundtrack, Frankie Beverly and Maze remind us that peace, purpose, and clarity often come in life’s stillest, most sacred moments. Released in 1978, this timeless track wraps you in warm instrumentation and gentle vocals, capturing the magic of early light—the golden hour where

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12:32

GVM Classic: Excellence in Every Moment 🎵 Inspired...

Good Vinyl Mornings with PL Sweets ·

2025/11/19

If you’ve ever danced through a hard time, you know this truth: joy isn’t just a reaction—it’s a practice. And excellence? That’s not just in the big milestones—it’s in how you make your bed, how you speak to a stranger, how you show up for the dream even when no one’s watching.On today’s episode of Good Vinyl Mornings, PL Sweets drops the needle on Inner Life’s underground disco classic, “Moment of My Life,” a track that pulses with liberation, gratitude, and high-frequency soul. Jocelyn

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11:45

Rome Was Not Built in One Day Inspired by: “Drive...

Good Vinyl Mornings with PL Sweets ·

2025/11/17

In this episode of Good Vinyl Mornings, PL Sweets invites you to take the scenic route through purpose and patience as we cruise to “Drive Slow” by Kanye West featuring Paul Wall and GLC. What begins as a smooth, meditative ride becomes a full sermon-on-wax once you trace its lineage back to Hank Crawford’s 1972 gem “Windflower,” a slow-burning jazz-soul piece filled with tension, release, and emotional space..Just as “Drive Slow” unfolds with intention—every sample placement, every line,

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11:55

Protect Your Legacy Inspired by: “DUCKWORTH.” –...

Good Vinyl Mornings with PL Sweets ·

2025/11/14

In this powerful and cinematic episode of Good Vinyl Mornings, PL Sweets takes us deep into the layered storytelling of Kendrick Lamar’s “DUCKWORTH.” — a song that feels more like a short film than a track. Produced by the legendary 9th Wonder, this closing cut from DAMN. reminds us how one decision, one act of kindness, or one moment of grace can alter the entire course of a life — and ultimately, a legacy. Built around the hauntingly soulful sample “Ostavi Trag” by the Yugoslavian band

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12:33

I Apologize - Inspired by: “4:44” – Jay-Z

Good Vinyl Mornings with PL Sweets ·

2025/11/12

In this raw and reflective episode of Good Vinyl Mornings, host PL Sweets drops the needle on Jay-Z’s “4:44” — a confession, an apology, and a masterclass in vulnerability. This isn’t just another track from one of hip-hop’s greatest artists; it’s a public reckoning. Jay-Z stepped into the booth not as a mogul, not as a legend — but as a man owning his mistakes. Produced by No I.D., the track samples Hannah Williams & The Affirmations’ haunting “Late Nights & Heartbreak” — a record

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14:04

The Road to Self-Discovery 🎵 Inspired by “My Name Is”...

Good Vinyl Mornings with PL Sweets ·

2025/11/10

In this soulful deep dive, Good Vinyl Mornings host PL Sweets rewinds to one of the most pivotal studio moments in hip-hop history — the day Dr. Dre met Eminem, and magic happened. “My Name Is” wasn’t just a debut single; it was the very first song the two ever recorded together. From that moment, the game was forever changed. PL takes you inside the creative chemistry of that legendary first session at Dre’s home studio. Dr. Dre, always a master of sonic precision, was digging through

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10:26

Take Time to Grieve 🎵 Inspired by “Rainy Days and...

Good Vinyl Mornings with PL Sweets ·

2025/11/07

In this tender and emotionally grounded episode of Good Vinyl Mornings, PL Sweets drops the needle on “Rainy Days and Mondays” by The Carpenters, a song that reminds us it’s okay not to be okay. Through Karen Carpenter’s hauntingly pure voice and Richard’s delicate piano lines, we’re invited into a quiet space where sadness isn’t something to escape—but something to feel.PL opens the conversation around grief—not only the loss of loved ones, but the everyday losses we rarely honor: lost

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10:53

Sending a Message Forward 🎵 Inspired by: D'Angelo |...

Good Vinyl Mornings with PL Sweets ·

2025/11/05

In this meditative and deeply felt episode of Good Vinyl Mornings, PL Sweets lifts the tonearm over to “Sea of Tranquility” by Kool & The Gang, tracing the spiritual thread that stretches thirty years forward to D’Angelo’s “Send It On.” What begins as a peaceful instrumental journey turns into a reflection on legacy—how music, energy, and intention ripple through time like soundwaves that never die.The lush horn arrangements and serene groove of “Sea of Tranquility” embody stillness—the

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12:44

The Walls We Build - Inspired by “Love Is a House” –...

Good Vinyl Mornings with PL Sweets ·

2025/11/03

In this soulful and introspective episode of Good Vinyl Mornings, PL Sweets drops the needle on “Love Is a House” by The Force MD’s, transforming a timeless R&B groove into a spiritual reflection on the walls we build—and the views we miss behind them.Beneath the smooth harmonies and slow-burning rhythm lies a lesson about love, fear, and the silent architecture of self-protection. Many of us build emotional walls after heartbreak or disappointment, thinking we’re keeping the pain out

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12:35

When your Blessing Shows Up as Responsibility 🎵...

Good Vinyl Mornings with PL Sweets ·

2025/10/31

In this soulful and eye-opening episode, PL Sweets spins “Work to Do” by The Isley Brothers — a timeless anthem that reminds us that blessings often come disguised as assignments. Everybody wants success, but not everyone wants the responsibility that comes with it. The groove is smooth, but the message is heavy: having work to do means you’ve been trusted with purpose.PL breaks down how responsibility isn’t a burden — it’s proof that you’re capable, chosen, and equipped. Sometimes the very

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