Common on the state of hip hop
Hip hop legend Common sat down with us to discuss his beginnings, his new album, where the genre is headed, and more.
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Artist Interviews
Hear artists and music producers share insights into their process, techniques, influences, and more.
What it means to be heard
10 artists including Chelsea Cutler, Tayla Parx, and mxmtoon tell us about what it means to be heard.
Phil Greiss (J Balvin, Jason Derulo) on the stories behind “Mi Gente,” “Savage Love,” and more
Veteran producer and composer Phil Greiss tells us about the stories behind three particularly notable releases he has worked on across his career.
Abhita Austin on The Creator’s Suite, making space, and more
Abhita Austin tells us about The Creator’s Suite, how the community-driven platform is making space for more women creators in music, and more.
Konrad OldMoney on breaking into the world of video game music
Award-winning composer Konrad OldMoney (EA Sports, Skrillex) shares his perspective on breaking into the world of video game music, building a network of clients, and more.
Tiffany Miranda on Girls Make Beats and their music placement in Coming 2 America
Girls Make Beats founder Tiffany Miranda tells us about the organization's roots, their music placement in Coming 2 America, the future of music, and more.
Monique Blake on taking career risks, calls from Idris Elba, and more | The Come Up
Monique Blake tells us about her experiences working alongside Swizz Beatz (Jay-Z, Alicia Keys, Ruff Ryders), breaking into the music industry, and more.
Mjeema Pickett on curating music, radio, and overcoming challenges | The Come Up
Mjeema Pickett discusses her beginnings in the music industry, how her love for curation led her to spearheading R&B and soul music at Spotify, and more.
Nija on the future of R&B
Producer and songwriter Nija (Beyoncé, Ariana Grande, Drake) tells us about her history with R&B music, the evolution of the genre, and more.
Child on creating music videos and commanding respect | The Come Up
Artist and director Child (Big Sean, Janelle Monáe) discusses her journey, advice to other female professionals in the industry, and more.
Braxton Cook on the future of jazz music
Saxophonist, composer, and multi-instrumentalist Braxton Cook discusses his history with jazz music, the evolution of the genre, and more.
Pudge Tribbett on what Gospel music taught him and the power of performance
Drumming legend Pudge Tribbett (Stevie Wonder, Lana Del Rey) sat down with us to discuss musicianship, the impact Gospel music has had on his journey, and more.
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