"Bryce Wilson: Unexpected Story Behind Groove Theory's Hit Single 'Tell Me' with Amel Larrieux (8)

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"Dive deep into the extraordinary life and musical journey of Bryce Wilson, renowned Producer and former member of the iconic R&B duo Groove Theory, in this exclusive interview. From his early days in the music industry to his pivotal role in shaping the R&B landscape, Bryce shares heartfelt stories and insights.
Join us as he reflects on his time with Groove Theory, his evolution as a producer, and the challenges he overcame. Get ready for an intimate conversation that unveils the passion, dedication, and creativity that have defined his remarkable career. Don't miss this chance to witness the magic behind the music."
Halftime Chat R&B Podcast is your go-to destination for soulful conversations, music insights, and in-depth artist interviews within R&B and Hip-hop. Leading the discussions is your host, Nnamdi E.S. Okoye, a seasoned Music Broadcaster and Psychotherapist. Join us in exploring the heartbeat of R&B and Hip-hop culture.
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[@Des_Zee]

It's always the songs that the artists don't think much of that become the biggest hits.

[@kel-melprevail8127]

Senior year 95 class of 96...Ny undercover...Martin...livin single...Music..the purple tape...Smif n wussun..Mobb deep..etc

[@KeyahD]

Him being on that cover helped their group! LOL He was fine back then and has aged well.

[@janepatton8100]

Wow! It's crazy that they didn't hear the classic that 'Tell Me' was. That song is quintessential 90s R&B. It's one of the few R&B songs that Hip Hop clubs would play on the regular. It's also one of the few songs that perfectly captures the musical landscape of NY circa 1995. It perfectly blends that laid back jazz influenced Boom Bap sound with the emerging Neo Soul vibe. The song is a classic, so it's kinda weird to hear Bryce being so nonchalant about it... Lol.

[@18ajlucas]

Yo it’s crazy that you say that because I tell people all the time that tell me is really the first song to kick that neo soul sound off

[@love83forever]

@@18ajlucas - I agree that it is the first to kick off that neo soul sound. Not sure why Angie Stone keeps claiming it as her own....but everyone has an opinion.

[@deniselove2590]

Here's another beautiful black man aging backwards this man does not age oh my god Beautiful❤😅

[@njjjjjjjjhhhs]

great story. never heard the back story of Groove Theory or his life

[@GrowingGoodHair]

LOVE that song!

[@HoneyHoneyBaby]

Such a vibe 😌

[@Ezarhia_The_Fulani]

One of my favorite songs!

[@shaleenaabron2520]

Timeless!

[@stephaniejohnson8115]

One of my”All Time Favorites “💯💐🎤🎼🎹🎧

[@OrIgInAlMan1914]

Never knew Bryce was part of Mantronix!!! SALUTE to Bryce, and Amel! I thought Groove Theory was DOPE! Tell Me is DEFINITELY one of my ALL-TIME FAVORITE Joints!!!

[@72Dexter72Manley72]

There was a remix of this that hit the air in Baltimore and D.C. and that joint was crazy. I have it on cassette tape in my closet. Weekends was mix song night on the radio. So if you had a duel cassette deck at home. You put 2 blank tapes in it and hit record. You then had 1.5 hours of song mixes on your tapes to go through. So you could make your own mix tape. 🎵🎶🎼🔊

[@love83forever]

I wonder if he had the hots for Amel? There was talks that he dated Mya...the 'riding' song was about him.

[@dnb200]

Well he hooked her up with her husband so if he did doesn’t seem like he acted on it.

[@gottech5601]

Omg this interview is so dope I'm mad you chopping them up halftime lol I get into it and then it be over 😂😂😂😂😂

[@HalftimeChat]

🤣🤣🤣

[@nickatnite16]

At the time when Tell Me 1st dropped with the video,i assumed the dude in video(Bryce) was the dude singing background

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Trey Lorenz

[@pbodyblaque2532]

Crazy: Epic thinking Amel is the star, though he started it. Wow, u had to be down with Andre Harrell, Russel Simmons or Puffy, in NY. But Bryce chose the other way, to Atlanta, with Jermaine Dupri & Dallas Austin. Nice story!.👍🏾

[@dametaylortyler4975]

Epic saw potential in them both believe it or not. They pushed for them to do and be more. They wanted them both to model at one point

[@pbodyblaque2532]

@@dametaylortyler4975 True. But they focused more on her, thinking she was the brain child. That’s when she should’ve said, “It’s not like that. He’s the sound & I’m the voice, & we’re a team!” Loyalty is hard to come by. That’s why I like Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis. It’s rare to find two business partners stick together just with a hand shake, a gentleman’s agreement!.

[@TheRetroWoman80]

​@@pbodyblaque2532Not sure if Amel's husband Laru was instrumental in how things played out, the way in which she was showcased.

[@JloveLamar]

​@pbodyblaque2532 They didn't focus on her because she was the brain child. She was the star. The thing you can see and market. A "Star" is different from the brain child. When the monster is created, all they need is the monster. They don't care who created it. They can get someone else to write the songs. What matters, in their mind, is what's on the package. They can bottle up whatever and whoever.

[@pbodyblaque2532]

@@JloveLamar Ur twisted!. The Brain Child was Bryce!. There are a million mullato chicks that can write & look pretty, but it takes the Brain Child to put it together. Don’t forget, when she went solo, she would barely come off, & ppl were looking for the same strong production. She fell short.

[@tanyaparker-callsign.kk7ic238]

❤❤❤

[@burningspear90]

I really want to hear her side and experience though I doubt that will ever happen

[@HalftimeChat]

I've tried for over 2 years

[@mysticakhenaton1701]

👍👍👍👍

[@keiththomas111]

Who sang the background on that record with Amel🤨

[@nguzoloveinlofi3832]

It seems like Lion Babe studied them, duplicated the successes and avoided the failures- so far.

[@Thuromc]

I think you should number the interview videos so we know which order to watch them.

[@HalftimeChat]

There were two episodes that weren't numbered due to title space

[@TheRetroWoman80]

I knew it wasn't Amel or Bryce. That ugly divisive and competitive industry tore them apart. They hate REAL talent as he stated. Such a shame.