The Gray Area with Sean Illing

Robert Glasper on why Black Radio is back

Vox’s Jamil Smith talks with musician Robert Glasper, four-time Grammy-winner, about the release of his new album Black Radio III. They discuss Glasper's distinctive genre-defying sound, his unique gift for musical collaboration, and how he blends elements of R&amp;B, gospel, and rock to create music that might irk some members of the "jazz police." 
Host: Jamil Smith (@JamilSmith), Senior Correspondent, Vox
Guest: Robert Glasper (@robertglasper), musician
References: 

Robert Glasper's Black Radio III (available everywhere Feb. 25)

Robert Glasper, "The Worst" (Jhené Aiko)

Tour dates and more at robertglasper.com



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The Gray Area with Sean Illing takes a philosophy-minded look at culture, technology, politics, and the world of ideas. Each week, we invite a guest to explore a question or topic that matters. From the the state of democracy, to the struggle with depression and anxiety, to the nature of identity in the digital age, each episode looks for nuance and honesty in the most important conversations of our time. New episodes drop every Monday.