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Jon B. is an artist we've been anticipating a new album from for many years. So we are excited that he's finally on the verge of dropping the new album "Waiting On You" later this year. It's no secret that he's been one of our favorite artists to support over the past decade. So we were excited to once again catch up with him for an interview ahead of the project's release. During our conversation, we touched on how he's been inspiring the younger generation, what to expect on the new album, working on music with Tank once again, his creative process, and much more.…

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The Avila Brothers Interview - YouKnowIGotSoul Podcast 31:29

1 year ago31:29

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YouKnowIGotSoul interviewed production duo The Avila Brothers to discuss their history in music, some of their biggest hits, their work with Usher, and much more.

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Behind The Collaboration with Case and Bob Robinson (of Tim & Bob) 38:47

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As part of our “Behind The Collaboration’ series, we talked to Case and Bob Robinson (of the production duo Tim & Bob) about their work together as well as the creative process in the studio. Learn about how all the Case and Tim & Bob songs came together including the singles “Not Your Friend” and “Missing You”. 00:00:14 – The story behind “Missing You” 00:14:18 – The longevity of the song 00:17:40 – Creating songs for Case’s third album “Open Letter” 00:21:36 – The story behind “Not Your Friend” and the label politics behind it with Def Jam 00:27:40 – The story behind “Conversate” and how Jazz from Dru Hill ended up on the song 00:32:10 – The story behind “Sex Games” 00:36:49 – The story behind “Even Though” 00:39:44 – Going back into the studio to work on “Deja Vu” 00:44:48 – What’s their favorite song that they created together?…

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Felly The Voice Interview - YouKnowIGotSoul Podcast 26:07

1 year ago26:07

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Felly The Voice Talks Songwriting Process, Penning "Good Good" for Usher, Influences

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Jai’Len Josey Interview - YouKnowIGotSoul Podcast 49:24

1 year ago49:24

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If you haven’t heard the name Jai’Len Josey, we are sure you’ll be hearing it everywhere soon. This songwriter, producer, and all around entertainer is back with her new double-single ‘Conversations from A Payphone’, a small yet impactful glimpse into her new era of music. The insane vocals and storytelling found in songs “Mixed Signals” and “Playground” remind us of why we became fans, and why we will be fans for life. Since we last spoke to her, Jai’Len has also released her first EP under Def Jam titled 'Southern Delicacy’ and was named M&M's and Rock the Bells Artist On The Rise, both of which we were able to touch on with her. The vision she has for her music never ceases to impress us, especially now knowing how much effort, thought, and love she continues to put into it after this interview . We hope you enjoy reading about it as much as we love speaking to her about it. We talked to Jai’Len about the stories behind “Conversations from A Payphone”, working with Harold Lilly and D’Mile, what to expect from her debut album, and much more.…

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Kevin Ross Interview - YouKnowIGotSoul Podcast 31:21

1 year ago31:21

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Kevin Ross has no doubt been among our favorite artists to follow who have emerged over the past decade. His ability to effortlessly blend traditional R&B with some of the current sounds has kept us impressed throughout every release. That is no different on his latest offering "Midnight Microdose Vol. 2" EP. His creativity is on full display as he delivers to us yet another dynamic project. We recently had a chance to speak to him for an interview to get all of the background on the new project, as well as his reflections on his industry journey, what's next, and much more.…

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Tone Stith Interview - YouKnowIGotSoul Podcast 16:07

1 year ago16:07

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We last spoke to Tone Stith when he dropped his EP ‘FWM’ and ‘Still FWM’ a couple years ago. Since then, he has continued to grow in the R&B scene as more and more people recognize his incredible vocals and talent. Tone recently dropped his newest EP ‘P.O.V’, a 7 track project full of examples of why we believe he is at the top of his game in this genre. We spoke to Tone about the meaning behind ‘P.O.V’, the inspiration behind some songs, his contributions to the current state of R&B, and more.…

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LAYA Interview - YouKnowIGotSoul Podcast 23:18

1 year ago23:18

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LAYA first stole our attention back when she released her viral hit “Sailor Moon” and her EP ‘Um,Hello’ (which we had the privilege of speaking about with her). The unique style, vocals and creativity of this R&B Diva continue to allow her to float above the flood of many rising R&B artists and songs. Clear influences of Aaliyah, Brandy, and even Missy Elliott help LAYA create a familiar yet original pocket in the genre, which is why we look forward to everything she drops. The release of ‘Bet That’, LAYA’s second EP under Warner Records, reassured us why we feel any true fan of R&B should get familiar with her name. From the smooth melodies in “Slide” to the motivational lyrical content of “Left, Right, GO!”, LAYA has a uniqueness that should not go under appreciated. After picking her brain and seeing how much she cares for her craft, we enjoyed ‘Bet That’ even more. We spoke to LAYA about what inspired ‘Bet That', her evolution as an artist, what to expect from her in the future, and much more.…

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Musiq Soulchild Interview - YouKnowIGotSoul Podcast 16:40

1 year ago16:40

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It's been 20+ years since Musiq Soulchild launched his iconic career, and he continues to build upon his legendary status. We had a front row seat for the love and admiration that music lovers have for him when we recently got to attend one of his impressive four consecutive sold out shows in NYC. This follows the epic album he collaborated with producer Hit-Boy on and released earlier this year. That "Victims & Villains" project is easily a contender for album of the year. We had the opportunity to speak to Musiq between shows and have him reflect on that album nearly 6 months following it's release, as well as get the scoop on what keeps him so motivated to keep creating, new music he has in the works, as well as an upcoming documentary.…

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Maeta Interview - YouKnowIGotSoul Podcast 26:41

1 year ago26:41

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If you’re like us, constantly searching for new R&B songs and talent to soak up, you’re bound to have come across one of the biggest female acts right now: Maeta. If not, take some time to listen to the Roc Nation artist’s most recent project When I Hear Your Name and you’ll see just why we were so excited to dive into some details of its making with her. Maeta has received praise from huge names like Pharell, Joe Budden, Robin Thicke and more, so it's no wonder she is quickly becoming one of our favorite voices in R&B. Working with some other newcomers that we’ve highlighted in the past such as Tone Stith, Ambré and Lucky Daye, Maeta is clearly on her way to making an even bigger name in the R&B space. Maeta shared with us what inspired When I Hear Your Name, working with songwriters Fallon and James Fauntleroy, her plans for the future and much more.…

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Dante Bowe Interview - YouKnowIGotSoul Podcast 15:57

1 year ago15:57

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Grammy Award-winning artist, Dante Bowe is tapping into R&B. Bowe recently released his self-titled album that marks his introduction into the R&B genre, while still maintaining his Christian/Gospel roots. We spoke with Dante Bowe about his inspiration, the process behind his new video for "Wind Me Up", and what's in store for the future.…

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Daryl Simmons Interview - YouKnowIGotSoul Podcast 1:19:22

2 years ago1:19:22

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When we talk about 90’s R&B, it’s hard to ignore the impact that LaFace Records had on the genre. The trio of L.A. Reid, Kenny “Babyface” Edmonds and Daryl Simmons created R&B classics that have proven to be timeless. These classics include “End OF The Road” by Boyz II Men, “My, My, My” by Johnny Gill and “Can We Talk” by Tevin Campbell. Daryl Simmons aka the Silent Partner also found major success after he parted ways with his production partners in the mid 90’s as he went onto produce for the likes of Dru Hill (“In My Bed”), Monica (“Why I Love You So Much”) and many other records. We talk to Daryl about his time in the music industry, his most memorable recording sessions including Toni Braxton’s debut album and also his retirement which he announced after the release of his Christmas album “Christmas With You”. He also touches on discovering Destiny’s Child early in their career and signing them to their label. 0:00 Intro 1:07 Babyface's Tiny Desk performance 2:20 Early origins with Babyface 13:20 Developing work ethic 25:50 The creation of "End Of The Road" of Boyz II Men 35:18 Working on Mariah Carey's "Never Forget You" 36:12 Toni Braxton's debut album 41:20 Signing Destiny's Child early on 52:08 Pink recorded Destiny's Child song "Stay" before the group 55:15 Breaking from Babyface and L.A. Reid and success as a solo producer 1:01:02 Working on Dru Hill's first album 1:08:42 The Toni Braxton & Babyface joint album "Love, Marriage & Divorce" and After 7's "Timeless" album 1:14:00 Christmas album release and retirement…

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YouKnowIGotSoul Presents: R&B All Time Fantasy Draft 2023 1:15:25

2 years ago1:15:25

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R&B music has been blessed with the talents of remarkable producers who have left an incredible mark on the genre. Tim Kelley, Brian Alexander Morgan, Antonio Dixon, Adonis Shropshire, Sean Garrett, and Eric Dawkins are all known for their exceptional writing and production skills and ability to create chart-topping hits. These producers embark on a journey to assemble their dream teams, resulting in an ultimate R&B experience. Let's delve into the creative minds of these producers as they envision their perfect lineup when it comes to the genre that we all love.…

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Hailey Kilgore Interview - YouKnowIGotSoul Podcast 32:08

2 years ago32:08

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Hailey Kilogore has been really grabbing our attention these last few months with the recent release of her EP “Desire and Devotion” (co-executive produced by Adam Blackstone) and her handful of singles that came out before that. Known for the role of Ti Moune on the Broadway show Once on This Island and as Jukebox on Power Book III: Raising Kanan, this singer/songwriter is now tackling a new journey of becoming an independent artist. Although clearly an accomplished actress and individual already (she’s been nominated for a Tony Award after all), it’s now Hailey Kilogore’s time to shine as the powerhouse vocalist and songwriter she is. With songs like “Three” and “Miss U” that provide 90’s/2000’s nostalgia while keeping it fresh, Hailey is quickly becoming one of our favorite female R&B acts. Bringing back storytelling and emotion in her music through her lyrical content and vocal ability, it’s no wonder why we feel she will be a major threat in the years to come. We talked to Hailey about some artists who inspired her, the meaning behind her EP “Desire and Devotion”, working with Adam Blackstone, and much more.…

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Musiq Soulchild Interview - YouKnowIGotSoul Podcast 25:12

2 years ago25:12