Welcome to “The Soul Damn ’Phisticated! Radio Show”
. . . where Soul, Groove, and Conversation still matter
In a world of playlists built by algorithms, The Soul Damn ’Phisticated! Radio Show remains proudly human. Each week, the show brings together Soul, R&B, Rare Groove, Jazz-Funk, and Modern Classics, carefully curated and thoughtfully presented. No filler. No rush. Just music with intention, context, and feeling.
Whether you’re tuning in live on the radio or catching up via the podcast, this is a space for those that value depth over hype and story over statistics.
A Weekly Journey, Not Just a Playlist - Every episode of The Soul Damn ’Phisticated! Radio Show is crafted as a journey. The opening moments are allowed to breathe, easing you into the mood before the show unfolds across eras, styles, and influences.
You’ll hear - timeless Soul and Rare Groove, R&B and Future Soul alongside leftfield selections that deserve more love. Artists with something to say, not just something to sell
The aim is simple - to create a listening experience that feels considered, unforced, and genuinely soulful.
More Than Music - this isn’t background noise. It’s music that invites you to slow down and engage.
Along the way, the show explores the connections between artists, movements, and moments. It’s about understanding where the music comes from, why it matters, and how it continues to evolve. For long-time collectors, casual listeners, and the soul-curious alike, there’s always something to discover.
Radio Live. Podcast On Demand.
If you like the shared energy of live radio, tune in each week and be part of the moment. If life gets in the way, The Soul Damn ’Phisticated! Radio Show podcast lets you listen back in your own time, without losing the feel or flow of the original broadcast.
Both formats deliver the same ethos: quality music, presented with care.
Join the Community
The Soul Damn ’Phisticated! Radio Show is as much about the listeners as the music. It’s a growing community of people who love music with heart, groove, and authenticity.
If you’re looking for - radio that respects your ears, playlists with purpose, a soundtrack for thoughtful mornings or late nights - You’re already in the right place.
Tune in weekly. Subscribe to the podcast and let the music do the talking
Chris Jay - DJ & Radio Presenter and host of the Soul Damn 'Phisticated! Radio Show. The show can be heard live, each and every Sunday from 10am until Noon GMT on DejavuFM.com
Chris is one of the resident DJs for The Legendary Boating Club, an event that has just completed it’s thirtieth year holding events cruising London’s River Thames.
A love of music was formed at a very early age through his parents music collection, family events and through playing the guitar.
DJing came naturally, by his early teens he had already built an impressive record collection, djing at school parties led on to events, clubs, radio, concerts, and weekenders and over 40 years later is still excited by the discovery of “new” music be it from the past, the present or the future.
Chris lives in Essex, works in London and is available to travel for bookings and events.
Contact him for more info.