The Ride With ChuckDiesal

🚨 Early Warning! After last year’s cancelled run left Prague waiting, XZIBIT is finally bringing the Kingmaker European Tour Pt. 2 to ROXY on November 17, 2026. Expect new music from Kingmaker alongside “X,” “Multiply,” “Paparazzi” and more.

🚨 EARLY WARNING: XZIBIT IS BACK ON THE ROAD — AND THIS TIME PRAGUE IS ON THE LIST! – The Ride with ChuckDiesal XZIBIT’s Kingmaker European Tour Pt. 2 will include a performance in Prague at ROXY on November 17, 2026. Following a previous canceled tour, fans can expect a blend of classic hits and new material. The show promises a vibrant atmosphere and an opportunity for both longtime fans and newcomers to ...

Africa Incorporated digs through Jazz and Soul, moving from Ramsey Lewis, Bobbi Humphrey and Eddie Harris into Gwen McCrae, DeBarge, Stephanie Mills and New Edition. Along the way, a few familiar samples show how yesterday's grooves continue living through Hip Hop.

Africa Incorporated #127 “Jazz, Soul & the Samples Between!” – The Ride with ChuckDiesal This edition of Africa Incorporated explored the rich connection between Jazz and Soul music, featuring artists like Ramsey Lewis, Gwen McCrae, and Klymaxx. The show emphasized musicianship and the organic flow of sounds across eras rather than focusing on samples, highlighting the interconnectednes...

A light crowd did not stop St. Vertigo and REDD. from bringing two completely different energies to Cross Club Prague. Lara’s voice pulled the room into St. Vertigo’s alternative rock and soul, while REDD. turned the night playful, physical and full of movement.

REDD. and St. Vertigo Bring Two Different Energies to Cross Club Prague – The Ride with ChuckDiesal On September 15, 2026, Cross Club hosted performances by St. Vertigo and REDD., captivating a small but enthusiastic audience. St. Vertigo showcased alternative rock and soul, highlighted by Lara’s powerful vocals, while REDD. energized the crowd with pop-punk and playful interactions. The night c...

Freedom Thursday came out the gate with Newcleus and never cooled down. Funk and Soul met early Hip Hop rhythms, electronic bounce, Odd Future cuts and Chicago House before hour two brought smooth Soul, MF DOOM, Chuck Inglish, Young M.A., GloRilla, Jean Grae and more Hip Hop.

Freedom Thursday: Funk in the Front Hip Hop in the Back – The Ride with ChuckDiesal We jumped out the gate with Newcleus’ “Jam On It” and the fire was lit from the start! Chocolate Milk, Gil Scott-Heron and Trouble Funk got us into the Soul and Funk before Afrika Bambaataa & The Jazzy 5 brought those early Hip Hop rhythms into the Ride. Jaylib, Black Moon, Method Man & Redman...

Africa Incorporated goes back before 2000 for an hour of R&B, love ballads, Hip Hop collaborations and dance-floor classics. Kashif, Whitney Houston, Babyface, Jody Watley, Mary J. Blige, Johnny Gill, Change, D Train and The S.O.S. Band remind us why this music still moves!

Africa Incorporated #126 “Love, Soul & Dance Floor Classics!” – The Ride with ChuckDiesal The edition of Africa Incorporated #126 celebrates “Love, Soul & Dance Floor Classics!” featuring music predominantly from the 80s and 90s. It showcases influential artists like Kashif, Whitney Houston, and Mary J. Blige, highlighting the blend of R&B and Hip Hop. The hour emphasizes nostalgic l...

New Music Tuesday started deep in Soul before Chicago’s 10-year-old Young Roddo stepped into the mix. Reggae fire and electronic sounds closed hour one, while Papoose opened a Hip Hop-heavy second hour featuring some of my favorite new albums and collaborations of the week.

New Music Tuesday: Familiar Names, New Voices and Serious Heat – The Ride with ChuckDiesal This New Music Tuesday showcased a rich blend of genres, starting with Soul and R&B from artists like Aron and Thee Sinseers. Young Roddo, a promising Chicago talent, added to the mix. The lineup also featured Reggae, Pop, and Hip Hop, highlighting both well-known and emerging artists, creating an e...

Africa Incorporated digs into the original records behind Hip Hop classics. From Eddie Henderson and JAY-Z to Kanye West's Soul and Gospel samples, Timbaland's Virginia sound, De La Soul and The Alchemist, we explore the Jazz, Blues and Soul that helped producers create something new.

Africa Incorporated #125 The Samples Edition Exploring the Originals Behind Hip Hop – The Ride with ChuckDiesal The exploration of Jazz, Blues, Gospel, and Soul highlights the original records that shaped Hip Hop, showcasing artists like JAY-Z and Kanye West who transformed these sounds. From Eddie Henderson to James Brown, the discussion emphasizes the beauty of sampling, connecting generations and genres wh...

Freedom Thursday traveled from House and Brazilian Samba to the Afrobeat sounds of West Africa, before moving into Soul and R&B. Hour two brought lyrical Hip Hop, cultural reflection and a soulful finish. Two hours of music connecting cultures, generations and sounds on The Ride with ChuckDiesal!

Freedom Thursday From Brazilian Rhythms to African Grooves and Hip Hop! – The Ride with ChuckDiesal Freedom Thursday! This week, I wanted to take the music across cultures, connecting sounds from different parts of the world and letting the records tell the story. A lot of culture packed into just two hours! We opened with George Davis and “Budoshida,” bringing that House energy into the after...

🚨 The DMC Czech & Slovakia DJ Championship returns October 11, 2026! After experiencing last year's battles, showcases and hands-on DJ equipment exhibition, I'm heading back for more. DJ Vekked joins a full day of scratching, workshops and community in Brandýs nad Labem. FREE ENTRY!

🚨 EARLY WARNING: DMC CZECH & SLOVAKIA 2026 – THE SCRATCH COMMUNITY IS BACK! – The Ride with ChuckDiesal The DMC Czech & Slovakia DJ Championship, on October 11, 2026, at Kino Brandýs, features an all-day event with free entry. Highlights include DJ Vekked’s showcase, DJ competitions from local talent, an equipment exhibition, workshops, and community engagement. It’s a celebration of DJ culture, ...

Good vibrations take over Africa Incorporated as Arrested Development opens the show ahead of their Prague performance. We move through Jazz, soulful House and contemporary R&B before closing with classic Soul from Ohio Players, The Delfonics and Deniece Williams. Music and culture from beginning to

Africa Incorporated #124: Good Vibrations Through Jazz House and Soul – The Ride with ChuckDiesal The latest edition of Africa Incorporated celebrated diverse musical styles, featuring notable tracks from Arrested Development, Brandee Younger, and Robert Glasper. The show blended Hip Hop, Jazz, R&B, and Soul, demonstrating how different genres can intertwine and influence each other while stayin...