Indie Review

Indie Review hosts Coach Raychelle and C.Truth were joined by Joy the Founder of Be the Difference clothing (@btdllc), Sean Williams the Co Founder of SOLEcial Studies Community Academy (@solecialstudies.ssca) and artist Brooklyn Syren (@brooklynsyren). We discussed starting business, fashion, education, entertainment, wellness, the sneaker industry, public speaking, youth & drugs, intellectua...

Indie Review hosts Coach Raychelle and C.Truth welcomed back entrepreneur and industry vet Big D the Weatherman (@bigdtheweatherman) to their Youtube/Facebook live conversation. Big D discussed his background in entertainment, work with Roc Nation & Universal records, his newest ventures, advice for everyone and some other jewels. We talked about talked about what's new with the show, upco...

Indie Review hosts Coach Raychelle and C.Truth welcomed industry heiress #singer #songwriter Yummy Bingham (@theyummybingham) to their Instagram Live conversation. Yummy spoke about the Blue Note festival, rockin out with De La Soul, her culinary skills, fitness secrets, balancing being a mom & artist, maintaining relationships throughout the years, being an executive, how collaborations are c...

Indie Review hosts Coach Raychelle and C.Truth welcomed rising singer/songwriter Sincerely Haven (@xSincerelyHaven) to their Instagram Live conversation. Haven talked about how health issues made her stronger, being a hopeless romantic, the story behind her song "How could you", the significance of her name, why moving to North Carolina was the best decision, side chicks, artists that co...

Indie Review hosts Coach Raychelle and C.Truth returned to welcome singer/songwriter Coco Jones (@IAmCoCoJones_) to their Instagram Live conversation. Coco talked about: being a military brat, family life, the Essence Fest in New Orleans, trademarking your name, getting her music placed on TV shows, her hometown of Fernandina Beach, Florida; live performances, quality time outside of music, being...

Indie Review hosts Coach Raychelle and C.Truth welcome the Founder Felisha Booker (@gofelishago) of Breaker Nation (@1breakernation) to their Instagram Live conversation. Felisha spoke about: creating an eco-system for all who loves music most, goal for Breaker Nation, fixing the musician feedback problem, her role as a founder, engaging listeners/fans, business Internship program at Breaker Natio...

Isis-Imon a/k/a "Iciy Hot" has been trained in the performing arts since a youth. She writes music, sings, raps, dances, acts, and models. She has recorded through the years with seasoned artists and producers dropping her vocals on various compilation projects. She's an impactful entertainer with the intent to inspire. This ambiguous and philosophical young lady with a beautiful soul is hand...

Monty Ross is an industry vet with 35 years of experience as an actor, producer and director. His  production experience runs the gamut from studio features to lower  budgeted independent productions shot on locations ranging from Brooklyn, NY and New Orleans, LA to Pamplona, Spain and Saudi Arabia.  After attending Clark Atlanta University, Ross starred in Spike Lee's award winning...

Magaly is a first-generation Haitian-American actress/playwright/ director/producer. She founded Conch Shell Productions to support/showcase new works by Caribbean-American and  other artists of the Caribbean diaspora who have an expanded view of  reality and a passion for innovative story telling. A native New Yorker, she received a B.A. from Columbia University, an MBA from Bingha...

Bronx, NY native and recording artist Quincy Valentine is poised to release his debut EP entitled "Valentine's Day" on the Explore Music  Group Label. The project contains five (5) selections, including Quincy's most recent release, " DayDreams ," featuring Shamyra . Musician. Engineer. Producer. Songwriter. Artist. Quincy Valentine has a vast  range of talent and versatility. He discove...

Renee is a nimble results-driven communications and marketing  professional with more than 10 years of experience in performing arts,  entertainment and new media. She is a creative storyteller well versed  in virtual community management and cultural marketing, with specific  attention to tone, messaging and outcomes. As a  Queens, New York native and a graduate of New Yo...

Monica is a powerhouse vocalist and one of few ‘new school’ class of female vocalists who can capture the definitive essence of traditional gospel and “church” music at its best. MONICA LISA STEVENSON is that vocalist  who provides a commanding presentation and a life impacting spiritual encounter through every song she sings. Monica Lisa has a litany of achievements contributing to her &nbsp...

We welcome back to the show Derek Pearson also known as Big D the Weatherman. Big D is quite the established industry executive. Here are some of the activities/accomplishments that he’s been involved with:  2015 Remy  Martin NYC Producer Series Judge, In Promotions Representative of the Year  Nominee -S.I.N. Awards, Member of the Voting Committee for the Global  Spin Awards, D...

On this episode we will talk about mental health, how to navigate 2021, and some strange happenings already going down this year. Now more than ever independent artists thirst for an opportunity to be heard. Indie Review Radio is the catalyst to do just that. Each week  the show will feature the best and greatest in the world of independent  musicians artists and seasoned industry profes...

Jamiyl "Hellz Yea !" Adams was molded  by Brooklyn, but the world has become his stage. To date, his noteworthy  beats and lyrical craftiness has gotten head nods from many industry  notables. For well over 10 years, production and Hip-Hop artistry has  been the conduit that has ushered Hellz into life as a bourgeoning  business man. One Dynasty Entertainment has fast beco...

Nestled in the heart of the Historic Village of Stone Mountain you’ll  find Sweet Potato Café. The ambiance is just as delightful as the meals  and every bite is a perfect blend of seasoning and love. Since 2011 Chef  has been crafting her unique, soul fusion, farm to table meals. The  fresh vegetables are often times straight from her charming on-site  garden. Customers a...

You may have heard Marley Young being touted by Tech N9ne or maybe you saw the IG video of Nelly rocking out to his break out single ‘Drip Crip God’ ?  Although Marley is no stranger to the game, his burgeoning hip hop  career has been on the upswing in recent years. Most noted for is cool  demeanor, lack of gimmicks and raw talent, it is no wonder that he has  been deemed...

As a young Syrian Kurdish refugee washing dishes in a restaurant to  support his family, Heval Kelli could not know that many years later he  would be a distinguished fellow in cardiology at a university less than  one mile from where his journey in the United States began.  Facing a  steep language learning curve, a monthly rent payment, and mountains of  dirty dishe...

Having grown up in the city of Newark, NJ, Campbell often explains that her life has been difficult. However, she maintains that the music was always there to help her cope with every hardship. Gail Campbell has a Rock-N-Roll, Blues, Hip hop vibe, and the music, paired with Campbell’s soulful voice, displays a sound that critics are comparing to the likes of such music greats as Tina Turner, Janis...

Chris Walker of Black Nerds Club stops by to talk about the Nerdies. In honor of Black History Month, the Black Nerds Club introduces, The Nerdies. The online award show consists of 28 awards, one for each day of February, that will post on Black Nerds Club’s Instagram page, @blacknerdsclub. The Nerdies celebrate the accomplishments and achievements of black nerds and raises awareness of thei...

Tamera Currington never imagined that her desire to create a safe place for women of color around health and wellness would result in such success. Her Vegan Soul Sistuhs Facebook and Instagram groups have exceeded her wildest expectations while creating a platform for growth and discovery. The Facebook group is a dream for anyone that is curious about a vegan, vegetarian, vegan-ish or a plant-bas...

Samuel (@samalimusic) completed his first book, "Hybrid Executive,"  [The new Terminology and Responsibilities of today's artists.] In the  pages, Samuel expounds on how technology affected various roles in the  music industry, what make these roles essential and how these roles  interact with each other. Within his discussions of concepts and  principles, Samuel also adds...

Born and raised in Woodbridge, New Jersey, Ali Caldwell is a  thrilling independent artist with dynamic vocals and a contemporary  R&B sound that invokes a sense of nostalgia. Growing up, she was an  eclectic lover of music, citing influences of Brandy, Pink, Celine Dion,  Yolanda Adams, and Beyonce. Ali has provided supporting vocals for  Christina Aguilera on tour fo...

Derrick Muhammad native from Youngstown, Oh, is independent film producer and recently became Vice President of Programming for the all new Jam Network. As a touring stand up comedian Derrick has performed on the college circuit and comedy clubs in the Midwest, Los Angeles and Atlanta. Derrick also starred in the award winning indie suspense thriller; The Buyout,: "American Pimp- Rosebudd and Inse...

Range Da Messenga  is an emcee, singer, songwriter, vocal coach, vocal arranger, poet and  dreadlocked philosopher, from Southwest Virginia. Range Da Messenga has  recently teamed up with Philly’s premier underground beat-maker Hezekiah  for an exclusive 6 track digital-maxi single. Warming the world up for  their upcoming EP “Battlecry”, Range & Hezekiah drop a ripple...