Chloe x Halle & The Isley Brothers on the Past, Present, and Future of R&B | Musicians on Musicians

Soon after she meets Ronald and Ernie Isley one sweltering afternoon in downtown L.A., Chloe Bailey tells them a quick, impossibly cute story: As kids, she and her sister Halle used to perform the Isleys’ “Who’s That Lady,” serving as backup singers while their baby brother took the lead. The Isley Brothers’ mix of muscular funk and buttery soul was the bedrock for much of the music Chloe and Halle grew up on, and the brothers have the staggering sample credits to support that claim - a list that Ernie is happy to run down at any time. (It includes Chloe x Halle’s mentor Beyoncé, whose group Destiny’s Child sampled the Isleys on their debut album.)
Chloe x Halle have honed their own spellbinding R&B with a blend of jazz, indie rock, trap, synth-pop, and soul, which they write and produce themselves. (Lately, they’ve been branching out: Chloe, 24, has been plotting her solo debut, as Halle, 22, prepares to make her mark in Hollywood with leading roles in the upcoming live-action remake of The Little Mermaid and the musical film adaptation of The Color Purple.) But like the Isleys, whose new album, Make Me Say It Again, Girl, came out Sept. 30, Chloe x Halle started off as a sibling act. Today, the ladies are eager to pick the brains of Ronald, 81, and Ernie, 70, the two remaining members from the classic Isley Brothers lineup. The legends, it turns out, are more than happy to pass on what they’ve learned.
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[@debbiesmith3443]

Oh my god do y'all realize how much Talent is in one room? The great Isley Brothers and the Bailey's mind blown, they should make a record I'm just saying!

[@ashleytitorenko5042]

I agree hands down

[@debbiesmith3443]

@@ashleytitorenko5042 🤩 okay

[@ashleytitorenko5042]

@Debbie Smith Yeah like in my opinion do a double CD have feats with all four then the other gets some other artists in there like babyface tank Chris brown usher trays. Ones in a life time cds for the lsley brothers to pay trouble while thay still with us if that makes sense 🙂

[@JarvariusClemons]

An Isley Brothers & Bailey Sisters album would shut 2023 down. No one winning over them.

[@debbiesmith3443]

@@JarvariusClemons you said a mouthful.😉

[@ClearandHealthyBoundaries]

Chloe and Hailey really held their own with these icons! I'm proud of them. I truly enjoyed this conversation.

[@laurenj6802]

How you spell her name is literally in the title of the video lol.

[@mudeasno1baby73]

*Halle

[@Quandryification]

I don't think its a matter of "holding their own" but mutual admiration and appreciation.

[@CeePlayss]

Wow, Chloe & Halle are ALWAYS the picture of grace, elegance and respect for those who came before. So lovely seeing these two ladies with the extraordinary and legendary Isley Brothers. AMAZING INTERVIEW!!

[@completely_me75]

Those girls are so humble. You can tell they are still very aware of what is on their shoulders. This is awesome.

[@viviha34]

I can't image how wonderful it was for CxH to sit in a room with not only musicians, but Legends, who have been in the game for 70 years and are still relevant today. This was wonderful to see.

[@612-y1o]

Parkwood Keeps Chloe & Halle BOOKED...

[@hisfavvv]

And DO!

[@kekeopinions5034]

Listen 😱😱🙌🙌🙌I love this for them 😍🥺

[@GreenBanana675]

It’s called an investment. 😂

[@nenala7684]

They look so GOODt. Halle voice is so clear! She was born to be a Disney princess!

[@cxhbliss]

This is insane! I can’t imagine what an honor it was for Chloe x Halle to met these living legends and hear great advice and even compliments from them. That must have felt so surreal

[@darhyllacy2026]

So wonderful to to see these legends still going strong and be very relevant today!

[@darhyllacy2026]

And finally have the spotlight on them!

[@TrulyMademoizelle]

I kno C&H's parents are like 😭 watching this. Between the Sheets, Shout, At Your Best, Footsteps in the Dark, and It's Your Thing are solid classics. The Isley's were repeatedly sampled for a reason.

[@dystanysam9896]

Chole said she dosen't had any good relationship with them anymore

[@kurokaizen1889]

@@dystanysam9896 What?

[@mudeasno1baby73]

@@dystanysam9896 ok but that doesn't mean she doesn't love them and vice versa regardless, so what are you saying?

[@im2realsodealwitmama975]

I love Chloe’s giggle its so freaking cute

[@notes4170]

Chloe and Halle must've felt so amazing n honored, being able to speak to these legends. This was such a dope convo

[@landapeteni7416]

Halle and Chloe’s presence is just magical ❤🫢🥲🥹

[@SGzCMH]

The was one of BEST interviewers I have seen on KZbin!!!!! The GREAT LEGENDS, The Isley Brothers speaking wisdom to the LEGENDS to come, The Bailey Sisters!!!!! As an artist myself, this discussion on creating REAL, AUTHENTIC, TIMELESS music was soooooooo inspriring!!!!! Not only, is The Isley Brothers one of the GREATEST bands in the history of Music, They are also one of the MOST sampled groups in the history of Music!!!!!🎤🥁🎸🎹🎵🎶🙌🏿🙌🏿🙌🏿👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿👍🏿👍🏿💯

[@Trevorjennings679]

Hello Tara, how are you doing today, hope you’re fine and safe from the Virus??

[@deeznootz4359]

That last line is the one !!!!!! “If theres a little melody that comes to you…. Follow it “

[@divadoll606]

To hear the Isley's has a new album out, I'm about to be all over it. When you hear their sound, you know it's them. I cried before listening to I'm So Proud. I hit up At Your Best You Are Love often and some of their other classics. I love them and I love seeing them with the young, talented artists that these sisters are. This was a sweet meet up.

[@2014jguest]

I love their final answer. Pray about everything 🙌🏽

[@goat1408]

The Isley Brothers and the Bailey Sisters....this is iconic on every level. Music is forever.

[@brdrianas4999]

What an honor. So happy to see the difference in generations talking about the universal language that is music ❤

[@Domsdream]

ChloexHalle next album will be amazing !!🖤🖤

[@brittanywarren8151]

Them shoeeesss Halleeee !! Yasssss ❤

[@brittanywarren8151]

I’m completely aware!

[@Trevorjennings679]

@@brittanywarren8151 Hello Brittany, how are you doing today, hope you’re fine and safe from the Virus??

[@kelseyalexander3602]

Chloe and Hallie are so lucky to be in the same room as TWO LIVING ICONS😍😍😍 I hope to meet the Isley brothers one day, they are one of my FAVORITE groups of all time❤️😍❤️

[@___lovelani]

Wow what a great conversation between legends and future legends. Not everyone be graced with this opportunity. 🫶🏽

[@LauraOfTheValley]

Halle is SO classy, beautiful AND elegant

[@NotSoTypikal]

I love it!!!! ❤

[@Ashley-bm9gc]

Loving all these looks. Room looks like it smells like latex and shea butter.

[@Jazzzzieeeee_]

😂😂😂😂 I’m on the floor in that order

[@itiswhatitis716]

😤🤌🏾😍

[@nickip709]

I love how this is a conversation between musical siblings in different generations! So much to learn from each other! ❤❤❤

[@talkingwithtyvethia7283]

This interview is amazing! Future legends in the room with living legends! So much musical talent in one room!

[@SG-le4uw]

This is absolutely beautiful, iconic, authentic… Chloe and Halle deserves this and have earned it. Thank you Isley Brothers.

[@alexmyhres9686]

So much greatness in the room. I have goosebumps ❤️

[@phillipayoung10]

2 generations of music in 1 room. Beautiful and Iconic!!

[@keishastrand3287]

Omg!!! I would be geeking if I was in this room! Isley Brothers was basically the soundtrack to my wedding, we played so many of their songs love them. And Chloe and Halle are those girls!!!! I just love this.

[@cj10109]

This is such a surprise having these legends have a conversation with these younger legends!! 👏🏾💜

[@heal_to_evolve]

I love these two young women. I am so happy they have one another being in that snake of an industry. I pray they will let no one come between them. God bless their endeavors. So talented! ❤

[@RellyPendergrass]

Chloe and Halle are beautiful but Halle is just impeccable.. breath taking ⚡️

[@Trevorjennings679]

Hello Jarelle, how are you doing today, hope you’re fine and safe from the Virus??

[@brianhines1452]

I'm really loving this positive, great interview that's bridging the different generations of the Isley Brothers and Chloe x Hailey! I'm more familiar with the Isley Brothers's music, but I always hear good things about Chloe X Hailey.

[@mudeasno1baby73]

*Halle

[@sweeetzz]

Ahhhhh so happy for them ! Some of THEEE best talent to touch the industry…I like how Ron & Ernie always semi match

[@MarshallT504]

I loved every second of this interview! Man, how many songs did Ernie write ✍️ Legends!!!

[@hisfavvv]

This was awesome!! I'm so excited for these girls next album. I didn't know the Isley Brothers wrote some of those songs, Legends for sure!

[@Beinthesky]

Ugh! These ladies are pure grace, elegance, and ethereal.

[@christiewilliams1704]

Great question to as Halle in relation to how their songs were created. Wow! Ernie Isley wrote most of their songs from 1973 and up. Amazing.

[@Trevorjennings679]

Hello Christie, how are you doing today, hope you’re fine and safe from the Virus??

[@melanatedcutie748]

Ahh this interview was so wholesome, I didn't want it to end. My favs from two different generations in one room 🥹💓💓

[@d.spight76]

I wish I had siblings that had the same passion as I am. These 2 siblings been having a bright future ahead of them.

[@korykent5645]

Current legends and future legends LOVE TO SEE IT

[@meagain6008]

THIS IS FREAKING EPIC!!!! LOVE this!!! Respect on this goodness @RollingStone!!! ❤❤❤

[@ej_006]

Chloe and Halle were so synchronised without them even realizing it at 7:28

[@nranderson778]

Ernie on the guitar is an experience. Ron’s vocals too!!

[@Trevorjennings679]

Hello Dear, how are you doing today, hope you’re fine and safe from the Virus??

[@MakaylaG-y7y]

Halle’s legs look astonishing btw 😍✨

[@azaaqt]

This interview has happened in my mind where true artist interview The Isleys and then the questions asked where in my mind. Omgggg I loveeeee thank you music Gods!!!!!

[@dancefytness450]

just beautiful

[@losflolos]

Firstly, this was a lovely video. The Isley Brothers mesh so well with new artists, it's amazing. Secondly, as a guitarist I admire how much Ernie is committed to bringing the Zeal Stratocaster everywhere he goes. Ernie, you're one of the greatest string players, ever.

[@AllThingsRickita]

IF THERE'S EVER A LYRIC OR MELODY THAT COMES TO YOU... FOLLOW THAT! ❤❤🥰🥰

[@shawanavanhorn]

This interview was beautiful for so many reasons whom ever set this up stand up 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏

[@Trevorjennings679]

Hello Shawana, how are you doing today, hope you’re fine and safe from the Virus??

[@sweetdiva590]

DDG is probably watching with pride.🥰 Still love the Isley brothers. LEGENDS and legends in the making. Chole is looking so pretty and growing into her own right.

[@leahscontemporary]

Why you bringing him up.. this is halle and chloe's moment

[@kashanawhidby1159]

Its beautiful to see musical icons the Isley Brothers & Chole & Hailey complimenting each other! A great conversation! God bless!

[@mrs.robbiek2772]

Two of the most iconic siblings groups of our time ❤️❤️

[@MmDisney200]

So proud of Chloe and Halle 🥹😍❤️

[@AlexanderJGantt]

Truly beautiful and amazingly talented musicians in one room. I love the mutual admiration, respect and love that they both seem to have for one another, even though they are generations apart. I wish more artists could conduct themselves accordingly this way. Way to go much love and respect for the both of the brother and sisterhoods🙏

[@MikeyJae777]

This made me smile 💙💜 the OGs & my generation of r&b ! This is what we need more of!

[@johnrileyjr.9722]

The Isleys & the Bailey's! Wow, just great!

[@ScottBeamer]

That was one of the best interviews I’ve seen in a long time. I love all of them.

[@Quandryification]

This is beautiful. Wish there was more dialog between generations like this.

[@Yoursecret35]

I have never seen a interview with all parties being so humble. This is beautiful.

[@spearmanerica676]

Choke& Halle are gorgeous intelligent powerful young ladies.

[@Trevorjennings679]

Hello Erica, how are you doing today, hope you’re fine and safe from the Virus??

[@andreaus.]

“…if there’s a little melody or a lyric that comes to you, follow that.”

[@belindasimpson7695]

The Isley brothers are so talented and still making music in 2022. I turned 70 in August of this year and remember these guys on the 📻 radio when I was in the second grade singing "Shout!" I am so glad the talented and beautiful hometown girls, Chloe & Halle, had a chance to talk with these legends. I enjoyed watching musical greatness here from one generation to the next. Thank y'all so much.♥️☺️❤️

[@Trevorjennings679]

Hello Belinda, how are you doing today, hope you’re fine and safe from the Virus??

[@belindasimpson7695]

@@Trevorjennings679 I am, thank you, and all vaccinated up. Hope the same for you. Stay Blessed.

[@Trevorjennings679]

@@belindasimpson7695 I’m good. I hope you’re having a nice and a lovely Sunday??

[@belindasimpson7695]

@@Trevorjennings679 Been wonderfully Blessed this Sunday and I hope you the same, Trevor. Going to bed now. Got an early day tomorrow. If you are an U.S. registered voter and have not voted yet, please do. Good night. 👍🏽☺️👍🏽 Remember VOTE!!

[@Trevorjennings679]

@@belindasimpson7695 Hello Belinda😊👋🏻 how are you doing?

[@EvieNefertiti]

Love this mash up! Iconic history right here! Black is beautiful 🖤

[@jasondawson92]

Hey ❤️

[@marisoldiaz8260]

Love the times when music was so meaningful

[@reallife0728]

WOW!!! THIS WAS AWESOME,,,,REALLY NEED TO SEE MORE CONTENT LIKE THIS!!!!! ISLEY BROTHERS HAVE BEEN MAKING HITS LONGER THAN THESE YOUNG LADIES HAVE BEEN ALIVE!!!!!!💯💯💯

[@tiabarring]

These young ladies are so poised! The brothers are just timeless and multi-generationally significant…

[@lailachaney1625]

they’re so gorgeous 🥹 and this room is LEGENDARY

[@LadyK416]

I have faith that these ladies will create that hit song that last a lifetime

[@MichaelBuieFilms]

My favorite R&B Group with one of my current favorite Female Groups!

[@rhonnichan]

Legends embracing the new generation and giving them advice. Here for it

[@mosellafelder2171]

Awesome time with legend Isley brothers and the Bailey Sisters!!!

[@tp34221]

I’m loving the Isleys new album! I grew up on them and they are truly timeless. I’m glad to see them alive, well and still creating.

[@tamarapinder6693]

These two ladies did a wonderful job with this interview..I know they were amazed to get all that knowledge for longevity in the music business..

[@Trevorjennings679]

Hello Tamara, how are you doing today, hope you’re fine and safe from the Virus??

[@jknumber5138]

R&B artist should have stories about the Isley Brothers. They were great in their prime(70s) and later years(90s)💯

[@spearmanerica676]

What a great blessing the old and the new and yes we cleaned the house too Ronald Isley . Trend Setters amazing music

[@skylisszthecolossus]

I love that they know their music! You can always tell when someone just kinda says it for PR or my parents listened to such and such, no they can sing the words and actually appreciate the music. Good is good no matter what era 😉

[@kec5701]

He said pray about everything 🙏 🥰🥰🥰

[@Superjimm2]

Awesome interview. The young ladies did a great job and should be examples to the young women today, they were great. The Isley Brothers are like extra fathers for me because their music raised me and still gives me advice to this day.🖤

[@leonalove336]

Busted and Contagious are still in my Saturday clean up rotation!! LEGENDS!!!

[@Trevorjennings679]

Hello Leona, how are you doing today, hope you’re fine and safe from the Virus??

[@BigbossBonita]

Beautiful convo. Halle shoes are everything!!!!

[@planetzing]

the interview I never knew I needed

[@shonb989]

So happy to witness this, I keep saying I need to pour up some wine and listen to this new Isley brother and baby face album. Treasure these gems while they are here.

[@TriggaTreDay]

This was so needed. I really enjoyed this conversation.

[@sherriehardge]

Halle speaks so well ❤

[@Trevorjennings679]

Hello Sharee, how are you doing today, hope you’re fine and safe from the Virus??

[@izayiahsmalls4480]

THIS IS ICONIC

[@motherofmagic]

the latex is so loud

[@iamleven4008]

“Keep that look that you got..“ 👀 was the free game I didn’t even know I needed.😂

[@divineselfentity]

Awwwwn such beautiful inspiration flowing thru out this documentary. Breathtaking. I Love it.

[@Trevorjennings679]

Hello Dear, how are you doing today, hope you’re fine and safe from the Virus??

[@jakendrickwilliams8101]

Nice to see the young ones give the legends their flower's.

[@Kirwina]

Wow, these sisters were talking to legends

[@sidneylewis6549]

Music Legends admiring and speaking with future Music Legends. 😉 ❤ classic 👌

[@Trevorjennings679]

Hello Sidney, how are you doing today, hope you’re fine and safe from the Virus??

[@nranderson778]

I’ve seen both live and they are both super talented.

[@MylesAlexander93]

This was amazing I wish it were longer

[@talkandeattv]

i did not know the Isley brothers wrote shout !!!!!!! i know the song from the temptations. legendary song that never gets old

[@trediaz4012]

The way they show love to the legends, I can tell they hang out with Bey.

[@natlovesfashion27]

Look at Ron, yall! Just a smooth operator! Too cool for school! 😂

[@musiclover-cn7tb]

The isleys are definitely deserving of the accolades they get.

[@jzloveinfinite]

Halle is SO CLASSY and feminine! Such a lady! 💕