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MUSIC FOR ALL 11/24/25 *** Chris Oledude reveals the opening credits for his new album

You don't need to reinvent the wheel to deliver your own unique sound in music. In fact, it's impossible to do so anyway, as the field is already fully explored. Therefore, to deliver something with your own personality, you have to be good, talented, and creative. Having these qualities greatly increases the chance of sounding distinctive.

A good example of this is Chris Oledude, a composer, musician, and singer who bets on an interesting mix of sounds, where he excels at bringing funk, rock, and soul in the right measure, generating a consistent and very upbeat sound. With meticulous work, the track showcases his current socio-political concepts with the necessary music to confront them.

“TURNING TABLES”, which is the excellent introduction to the artist's debut album, “PREACHER MAN – VOL. 1”, delivers a work of well-crafted guitars, with catchy riffs, in addition to the groove of the rhythm section being just right, with a danceable and very well-executed beat.

The versatile vocal work is one of the album's highlights… making it sound more captivating with each listen. Imagine the whole album!

LANDONBUFORD.COM 12/1/25 *** Chris Oledude changes the script with bold anthem “Turning Tables”

Chris Oledude shows us why he’s on the rise in his new single “Turning Tables.” It’s a lively, personal, and warm-up to his debut LP, “PREACHER MAN – VOL. 1.” As a result, Oledude has laid the groundwork for a body of work that is refreshing and thought-provoking, rekindling a longstanding relationship between music and its message.

“Turning Tables” is a collection of fun and funky music designed to get you dancing. Oledude has an excellent range in his music, as this song shows, and you’ll hear echoes of classic soul, warm gospel vibes, driving rhythms built on funk foundations, and contemporary stories that are achingly familiar yet entirely new.

This is just a reminder that music from the past continues to be the bedrock for addressing the present. Oledude’s flow is precise, and he projects a real vitality that turns sober truths into a call to action. Its high spirits are infectious and get even the most trash-averse folks dancing, while its lyrics make you think.

“Turning Tables” is the introductory cartel package for “PREACHER MAN – VOL. 1.” Oledude is showing brave, authentic, and purposeful work in a way that he claims is his position as an actor and messenger. Chris Oledude is bringing people together from many walks of life, regardless of age or lifestyle choices. He shows that music is still capable of healing, stirring, and challenging with “Turning Tables”.

FV MUSIC BLOG 11/24/25 *** Hot Picks 24/11/25 – The Best New Releases

Hailing from New York, musician CHRIS OLEDUDE has released the outstanding single, ‘TURNING TABLES’. It is fueled by hard-hitting lyrics, charismatic performances and magnetic melodies. ‘TURNING TABLES’ is a powerful release that stays with the listener long after the music has ended.

INDIEOCLOCK / IN! 11/26/25 *** Chris Oledude mostra o poder do soul em faixa contagiante "Turning Tables" / Chris Oledude showcases the power of soul in the infectious track "Turning Tables"

“Turning Tables" tem a marca do Funk, groove do soul, tem um estilo que podemos pensar em um churrasco de almoço no domingo, com a família, dia ensolarado e essa faixa tocando para agitar a galera. As transições que ocorrem com linhas de guitarra mostra o poder do rock nessa canção, o conjunto de vozes traz a força das ruas, a canção comunica fortemente com o ouvinte.

"Turning Tables" has the mark of Funk, the groove of soul, a style that makes us think of a Sunday lunch barbecue with the family, a sunny day, and this track playing to get everyone going. The transitions that occur with guitar lines show the power of rock in this song, the whole thing. The song, with its powerful voices, conveys the strength of the streets and communicates strongly with the listener.

KARLISMYUNCLE 11/18/25 *** Chris Oledude shares a zeitgeist message with theatrical and anthemic new opus, Turning Tables

We appreciate the powerful vocal presence of Lindsey Wilson on the track, and the instrumental performances are transcendental with astral electric guitar accompanying the theatrical delivery and choral vocals. The energy that builds is sublime, invigorating and inspiring – in line with the lyricism. ... Naturally, we are in awe – and grateful to Chris Oledude and his collaborators for creating such an important piece of music at a time when society needs it the most! We have added Turning Tables to our New Music Spotlight playlist, and our TIMELESS playlist, whilst we anticipate the entirety of Chris Oledude‘s album, PREACHER MAN – VOL. 1.VOLECHO MAGAZINE 11/24/25 *** ISSUE #7 - New Artists Redefining 2025: Chris Oledude - Turning Tables, Turning Heads

…Turning Tables feels like a moment where message and groove meet in perfect balance. The third single from his debut album Preacher Man Vol. 1, the track hits with a confident, unhurried funk that moves with the bounce of early Curtis Mayfield while carrying the warmth of New York street-corner soul. Featuring a vibrant duet with Lindsey Wilson, the song plays like two friends trading truths at a block party—fiery, playful, and urgent.

What really makes Turning Tables hit even harder, though, is the path it traveled to get here. Sparked originally by writer Dr. Lora Ellen McKinney, the track moved through Oledude's live shows, rewrites, and long, careful studio sessions across Woodstock and lower Manhattan before settling into its final form…

Turning Tables also serves as an entrance into the greater universe of Preacher Man Vol. 1, an album that represents forty years of writing, yet feels strikingly present. It fits seamlessly beside Brittany Howard's "Stay High," The Roots' "You Got Me," or the soulful narrative style that carries through Spike Lee's Do the Right Thing.

Oledude isn't chasing trends; he's building a lane rooted in rhythm, truth, and community. On Turning Tables, that lane feels wide open.

PARKETT 11/26/25 *** Chris Oledude – Turning Tables

With TURNING TABLES, Chris Oledude presents a vibrant, soul-infused statement that fuses groove, social reflection, and a clear artistic mission. As part of our webzine’s dedication to highlighting high-quality releases, this track stands out as an exciting preview of Oledude’s debut album PREACHER MAN – VOL. 1, offering listeners an engaging, funky introduction to the sound and purpose driving his creative resurgence.

ROADIE MUSIC 11/21/25 *** Chris Oledude: com o álbum “Preacher Man – Vol. 1” chegando, cantor apresenta o single “Turning Tables”

The most recent work, "Turning Tables" also brings a certain groove, but is incisive in its criticism. This, therefore, is the single that will pave the way for the first full-length "Preacher Man – Vol. 1". This also has participation, in this case, that of singer Lindsey Wilson who gives an extra charm to the soul, gospel and funk lines of the track. This atmosphere is exactly what Oledude is looking for, a music that rescues the classic form of artists who shone in the golden age of Motown Records. Nice idea!

EXTRAVAFRENCH 11/21/25 *** Quand la soul refait tourner le monde dans le bon sens avec Chris Oledude sur « Turning Tables »

On sent, dans ce premier extrait, la promesse d’un album où les grooves seront des sermons doux et les refrains des revendications calmes. Oledude réactive une tradition qu’on pensait éteinte : celle où la musique de contestation était aussi musique de communion, où l’on danse pour se rappeler qu’on existe, qu’on tient debout, qu’on peut encore renverser la table sans renverser la tendresse.

We feel, in this first single, the promise of an album where the grooves will be soft sermons and the choruses will be calm claims. Oledude reactivates a tradition that was thought to be extinct: the one where the music of protest was also the music of communion, where we dance to remember that we exist, that we stand upright, that we can still turn the table upside down without overturning tenderness.

TESTING MELODIES 11/22/25 *** Move to The Melodies of "TURNING TABLES" by Chris Oledude

Self proclaimed and proud "boomer", Chris Oledude, born Chris Owens is a Brooklyn, New York based musician who brings a thrilling cocktail of blues, gospel, R&B, rock, and Broadway music together through his work, creating vivid and colorful sonic tapestries that grip the listener's souls. After losing his wife to cancer in 2019, Chris decided to use his art to spread positivity and joy amongst the listeners, rebranding himself with a new persona, "Chris Oledude". Giving a testament to his album "Preacher Man - Vol. 1," and we are here to talk about it.

Chris Oledude brings contagious energy with his latest energetic single, "TURNING TABLES", a song that you will remember for a long time… The song is a fun listen that compels one to move their feet and lose all worries… a breathtaking amalgamation of the best of classic soul, gospel, funk, and folk, woven together to create a sonic tapestry reminiscent of the likes of Curtis Mayfield, Stevie Wonder, and Gil Scott-Heron. Chris's lively voice adds to the fun factor of the song and makes it a favorite to turn up your mood. Lose yourself to the pleasure of funk, and listen to "TURNING TABLES" by Chris Oledude now!

JYLA BLOG 11/30/25 *** Chris Oledude – “TURNING TABLES”

Oledude taps into the frustrations many people feel today—wage inequality, social stagnation, and a political climate that often seems stuck in place. His music reminds us that movements require movement, and this track delivers that propulsion with confidence and purpose... that feels both old school and unmistakably current… “TURNING TABLES” reminds listeners that music can energize, inspire, and challenge all at once. It’s not just a single—it’s a statement. And as part of Preacher Man – Vol. 1, it stands as an invitation for listeners to move, think, and take part in the ongoing push for justice.

TAPE RANGER 12/2/25 *** Single Feature: Chris Oledude

"Turning Tables" is a single released earlier this year by New York based artist, Chris Oledude. Coming fully equipped with powerful and soulful vocal flows over dynamic and well-produced instrumentals, we added the single to our Indie & Alternative Rock playlist on Spotify.