Raphael Sadiq
Type: Person
As of November 2026, Raphael Sadiq has been mentioned in one podcast episode on Fresh Air (Aug 2025). Primary interview subject discussing his one-man show, musical upbringing in Oakland, grief and creativity, and collaborations (film and major artists).
Raphael Saadiq is an American singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and record producer. He rose to prominence as a vocalist and bassist for the R&B band Tony! Toni! Toné!, which he formed with his brother D'Wayne and cousin Timothy Christian Riley in 1986. Originally, the band went by the name "Tony, Toni, Toné" as a joke, until they realized it "had a nice ring to it". Along with his groupwork and solo career, he has produced and written songs for other R&B artists, including Erykah Badu,
| Mentioned in | 1 episode on 1 podcast (as of November 2026) |
|---|---|
| First heard | Aug 2025 on Fresh Air |
| Role | Singer-songwriter, producer, multi-instrumentalist |
| Affiliation | Tony! Toni! Toné! (co-founder); Lucy Pearl (member); solo artist |
Which podcasts has Raphael Sadiq appeared on?
Terry Gross brought up Raphael Sadiq; the most recent mention was Aug 2025 on Fresh Air.
- Raphael Saadiq on Love, Loss, and Three Decades of Soul | Fresh Air on Fresh Air (Aug 2025) — Terry Gross
What is Raphael Sadiq mentioned alongside?
Raphael Sadiq is most often mentioned alongside Sly Stone, Dwayne Wiggins and Solange.
Recommends: Sly Stone
Worked with: Dwayne Wiggins, Solange, Timothy Christian Riley
Affiliated with: Dwayne Wiggins