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Sheldon Rocha Leal, PhD

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Musicologist, musician, songwriter, music lover, academic, teacher, researcher, commentator and thinker

Johannesburg, South Africa
Joined March 2011
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Sheldon Rocha Leal, PhD
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This was such an interesting documentary about the founder of “American Apparel” and the cult he built around the brand. It’s amazing what narcissists can justify for themselves. Tjarrrrr
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Sheldon Rocha Leal, PhD
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I generally don’t like unsolved crime stories, but this documentary was fascinating. This was about a transgender woman who rose to fame in the documentary movie “Paris Is Burning” and follows her family as they try and find justice for the discarded hero. It was brilliant 🙌🏽🙏🏽
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Sheldon Rocha Leal, PhD
7 days
I watched this on iMax last night and I thought it was exceptional. Whilst the music was great, composed by Trent Reznor of NineInchNails, I felt that at times the industrial Rock thing didn’t really work. I haven’t seen any of the other Trons, but I thought this was really good
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Sheldon Rocha Leal, PhD
7 days
Sh*t!!!! This album is probably the best album @MariahCarey has released since “The Emancipation of Mimi”, actually probably since “Music Box”. The songs are superb. There are too many great tunes here, I can’t even narrow it down 🙌🏽 Purrrrr
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Sheldon Rocha Leal, PhD
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This past Thursday on Point of View with @PhemeloMotene on @KayaON959 we reflected on the life and times of D’Angelo on the occasion of his untimely passing. #RIP and #ThankYouForTheMusic https://t.co/4TXrUcND1y
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D’Angelo was one of a kind. As a pioneer in neo-soul, he inspired a generation of singers, and helped shape music today. Michelle and I are thinking of his family, and all those who loved and admired him.
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After hitting No. 1 with “Voodoo,” the genre-melding 2000 album that he promoted with a risqué music video, he vanished for more than a decade.
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Sheldon Rocha Leal, PhD
11 days
Last week on Point of View, hosted by @PhemeloMotene on @KayaON959, we spoke about famous musicians, who have famous music family members. It was such a vibe to reflect on these pedigreed musicians. Here’s the podcast. Hope you enjoy 😉 https://t.co/DsGRMbzLiU
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Sheldon Rocha Leal, PhD
12 days
In my latest @Medium article I highlight five iconic session bands and the important roles they played in music history, without ever properly being credited for their intellectual contributions. Hope you enjoy it 😉 https://t.co/IPjJIHxihM
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Sheldon Rocha Leal, PhD
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Oh my goodness. It is sad to say goodbye to such an extraordinarily talented individual who was part of the sound of my formative years. The man was a legend, to which we were never fully exposed. #RiP to the great D’Angelo and #ThankYouForTheMusic 🙏🏽😞 #RIPDAngelo
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Sheldon Rocha Leal, PhD
14 days
I really enjoyed this album which features a whole lot of covers done by the iconic singer. What I loved is that Macy Gray chose some less known covers, which gave her the freedom to explore. My favourite cover was “Teenagers” originally @MCRofficial. Worth a listen 🎧 🙌🏽
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Sheldon Rocha Leal, PhD
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I loved watching this documentary about the making of Sir @eltonofficialm’s final concert. The movie takes one on a journey of his career from the original Dodger Stadium Concert in 1975 to his final performance at the same stadium in 2022, 47 years later. Just amazing 🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽
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Sheldon Rocha Leal, PhD
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This morning on @Radio702 on the Music Corner with Gugs Mhlungu we reflected on some of the biggest album opening weeks in history, while we await the final numbers for @taylorswift13’s “The Life Of A Showgirl”. Here’s the podcast, hope you enjoy 😉 https://t.co/Wlkc6WUvxk
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Sheldon Rocha Leal, PhD
15 days
RIP @Diane_Keaton one of the greatest and most prolific actresses of all time, having appeared in more than 60 motion pictures, including one of my all time favourites “The First Wives Club”. She passed away today in California aged 79. #ThanksForTheMemories
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Sheldon Rocha Leal, PhD
21 days
Watched this interesting documentary about the founding and founder of Bitcoin. Reminded me a bit of the missing Kruger Millions. Apparently the founder owns Bitcoins worth trillions of dollars, but no one knows who he is.
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Sheldon Rocha Leal, PhD
21 days
Thoroughly enjoyed this Tribute to Ray Charles by Country legend @WillieNelson, Jazz legends @wyntonmarsalis and @NorahJones. It’s a blend of Blues, Soul, R&B and Rock ‘n Roll.
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Sheldon Rocha Leal, PhD
26 days
Been reflecting on the impact social media has had on the music business and decided to write this @Medium article relating to old songs that have experienced renewed success because of their usage on these platforms. Hope you enjoy my article 😉 @Madonna https://t.co/ESzniBOYJv
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Sheldon Rocha Leal, PhD
28 days
This morning on “The Music Corner” with Gugs Mhlungu on @Radio702 we spoke about @QueenWillRock’s magnum opus, “Bohemian Rhapsody” on the occasion of its 50th anniversary. I can’t believe the song is 50 years old😳 Here is the podcast, hope you enjoy 😉 https://t.co/HNoWszNsD4
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Sheldon Rocha Leal, PhD
28 days
Loved this documentary movie about the legendary Jim Henson. I love movies in which I get a deeper insight into the creative psyche and process and this is it. Certainly worth a watch.
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Sheldon Rocha Leal, PhD
1 month
Last night on “The Point Of View” hosted by @PhemeloMotene we reflected on some iconic South African songs representing different cultures, while celebrating Heirtage Day on @KayaON959. Hope you enjoy 😉 https://t.co/G3p0gqlAlJ
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Sheldon Rocha Leal, PhD
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The music industry has always relied on disruptions to usher in major innovations. Pirate radio is not different and in my latest @Medium I highlight five of these trailblazing stations including LM Radio. Hope you enjoy 😉 https://t.co/ggnGtiF05y
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