KJ Rose: Part 1 – Insights from the Stage

Unglossy: Decoding Brand in Culture

Join us as we explore the incredible journey of Kianna Henson, aka KJ Rose. From her roots in Southside Chicago to her academic achievements at Florida A&M, KJ's story is one of passion, perseverance, and profound success. You'll hear firsthand about her early days overcoming stage fright and then balancing a corporate job with session artist gigs and finally her evolution into a sought-after performance coach.
She has worked with massive stars like Janet Jackson, Britney Spears, and Justin Timberlake, major brands such as Doritos, Adidas, and Amazon, and has an exciting newly published book, "The Rose Effect: Eight Steps to Delivering the Performance of your Life."
KJ’s storytelling is both inspiring and educational, offering valuable lessons from her experiences with industry giants such as Clive Davis. This episode is a treasure trove of insights for aspiring artists and anyone curious about the world behind superstar performances. Buckle up for a vibrant, energetic, and deeply inspiring conversation with KJ Rose.
"Unglossy: Decoding Brand in Culture," is produced and distributed by Merrick Creative and hosted by Merrick Chief Creative Officer, Tom Frank, hip hop artist and founder of Pendulum Ink, Mickey Factz, and music industry veteran, Jeffrey Sledge. Tune in to hear this thought-provoking discussion on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you catch your podcasts. Follow us on Instagram @UnglossyPod to join the conversation and support the show at https://unglossypod.buzzsprout.com/.

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Chapters

1. Brand and Culture With KJ Rose (00:00:00)

2. From Back-Up Singer to Superstar (00:12:10)

3. KJ Rose's Musical Journey and Success (00:25:48)