R&B Money

On this week's episode of R&B Money, Tank and J Valentine have the pleasure of hosting the acclaimed soul singer, Goapele. As she gears up for her much-anticipated album 'Colors,' Goapele takes a moment to share her rich experiences and insights. From the intimate reflection on the energy shift in moving from live to virtual performances amid the pandemic, to her recount of the creative journe...

This week on The R&B Money Podcast, Tank and J Valentine welcome the incredibly talented Ryan Toby. Tune in as we jump into Ryan's fascinating beginnings, which were rooted in his search for the 'oil' within the Church - an experience that fortified him for life's major crossroads. Ryan will be unfolding many inspiring tales, including his close friendship with Marvin, who was instrumental in...

On this week's episode of The R&B Money Podcast, Tank and J Valentine welcome the diversely gifted multi-instrumentalist, Masego. Jump into the origin story of his musical expedition, which took root in the jubilant rhythms echoing through his church. Captivated by the musicians, his passion was unmistakable and it didn't escape his parents' notice that their son had an uncanny knack for maste...

This week on the R&B Money Podcast, Tank and J Valentine welcome the multitalented Avila Brothers. Before serving up records for Usher, Janet Jackson, and Earth Wind & Fire, they group up in a musical household where their father Bobby Sr made sure they were focused on music with their eyes on the prize. Who would've thought in their early days in the Inland Empire that one day their music...

This week on R&B Money, Tank and J Valentine welcome the highly gifted Kiana Ledé. Kiana will usher us into her intriguing musical journey that began when she was only 16 months old when she audaciously pioneered her unique rendition of the alphabet song. Tracing her path from her earliest experiences in music, we'll explore how she transitioned from the innocent stages of Kidz Bop to the crea...

On this week's episode of The R&B Money Podcast, Tank and J Valentine welcome the phenomenal James Fauntleroy. A multifaceted artist with one of the greatest voices in the music industry, James will share his beginnings in LA, including his time with the globally prolific 1500 or Nothin' crew. He will tell his compelling tale of the chance encounter that connected him with Tyrese and brought h...

On this week's episode of The R&B Money Podcast, Tank and J Valentine welcome the legendary Steven Russell. Steve is an iconic force in R&B whose vocals and pen have riddled the music business since he was a teenager in Troop. As he unwinds the tapestry of his career and life, his unique perspective is laden with wisdom, not solely about music but with his reflective experience with ego, t...

On this week's episode of The R&B Money Podcast, Tank and J Valentine recap their adventures on The Legacy Tour. They will recount their run-ins with Red Bull, Red Eyes in Texas, the many showers of J Valentine, and the rookie mistake of trying to donate your first-class seat on "Auntie Airlines". Tisk Tisk Tank. Strap up tight for this special episode of The R&B Money Podcast! See omnystu...

On this week's episode of the R&B Money Podcast, Tank and J Valentine welcome a true musical powerhouse, Tiffany Red. This Grammy award-winning writer takes us on a captivating journey as she unveils the remarkable transformation of her heartfelt poems into soulful melodies. With an unwavering passion for Omarion's music, Tiffany dove deep into the album credits and discovered that her favorit...

This week on The R&B Money Podcast, Tank and J Valentine roll out the red carpet for the illustrious Musiq Soulchild. Musiq will discuss his Philly origins and the rebellious youth that found solace and harmony in his teachme moments. Pioneering his own band was his halfcrazy attempt at keeping himself out of the spotlight, an irony considering the sunny path he was destined to walk. He'll rec...

On this week's episode of the R&B Money Podcast, Tank and J Valentine sit down with the multitalented Leon Thomas, whose journey began as a young prodigy on Broadway. Discover his experiences working with the legendary Robin Williams, starring in popular Nickelodeon shows like Victorious, and navigating the whirlwind of fame in New York City. He will discuss his passion for the art of music-ma...

This week on The R&B Money Podcast, Tank and J Valentine sit down with musical savant Patrick "J. Que" Smith. Together, they explore the captivating story behind the creation of Usher's undeniable hit, "Yeah", and the invaluable lessons J. Que learned in the process. Discover the remarkable origins of the legendary writing group, The Clutch, amidst the chaos of Hurricane Katrina in Miami. Que...

On this week's episode of The R&B Money Podcast,  Tank and J Valentine welcome the multi-faceted singer and actor, Rotimi. As a young teenager, Rotimi earned his reputation by conquering the Apollo stage. It wasn't long before he joined the group NBH, receiving mentorship from none other than Jay-Z. However, Rotimi faced a tough choice: pursue an Ivy League education at Northwestern University...

This week on the R&B Money Podcast, Tank and J Valentine invite the incomparable Eric Dawkins as their special guest. Eric will take us through a transformative journey that he embarked on alongside his brother Anson Dawkins, as he reminisces about his early days in Iowa, the moment he wrote his inaugural record, and the challenges he faced during his transition from Gospel to R&B. With hi...

On this week's episode of The R&B Money Podcast,  Tank and J Valentine sit down with jack of all trades, Marques Houston. From a young age of just 9 years old, Marques was already dipping his toes into the entertainment industry, in the boy band Immature, later reimagined as IMX, which served as a springboard for many of today's biggest stars and was an inspiration to an entire generation of R...

On this week's episode of The R&B Money Podcast, Tank and J Valentine welcome the extraordinary Jordin Sparks. Jordin takes us through her thrilling journey, from conquering a battlefield of talent shows to ultimately claiming victory for her season of American Idol at only 17 years old. Sixteen years later, she shares her hard-earned wisdom from navigating the complexities of contracts and bu...

On this week's R&B Money Podcast, delve into the conclusion of the conversation with the enigmatic Tyrese. They will discuss the many lives and iterations of the hit record "I Like Them Girls", Throwback Jersey Theory, the subtle intricacies of the hierarchy on the road, paying your dues, becoming excellent in an aggressive environment, and the beautiful pain of unrequited love. Ultimately, it...

This week on R&B Money, Tank and J Valentine are joined by Tyrese Gibson, who will detail his journey, hailing from Watts to the heights of hit records, and to banking Billions at the Box office. Three men can see the same event and have different views. Tyrese talks about what fractured TGT, knowing your worth, his impromptu presentation of his market share, and the perplexing paradox of bein...

On this week's episode of The R&B Money Podcast, Tank and J Valentine welcome the incomparable Stokley. They celebrate the renowned Sanger, Songwriter, and Multi-Instrumentalist. We will delve into Stokley's upbringing in St. Paul, Minnesota, his education at Central High School, and his straying away from the pack by forming his Band Mint Condition. Stokley's love for music began at a young a...

This week, The R&B Money Podcast welcomes powerhouse actor, Michael B. Jordan as he joins Tank and J Valentine to recount his incredible journey in the entertainment industry. They will discuss the humble beginnings of his career in Brick City, the excitement of achieving his first major role with Keanu Reeves, his exceptional work ethic in memorizing over 100 pages a day for All My Children,...

In this week's R&B Money Podcast, Tank and J Valentine open the gates to the remarkable world of multi-talented Warryn Campbell. The journey commences on 52nd and Normandie, a pew-baby born in Watts then taken straight to Kings Chapel where he learned not to let his Occupation run all over his Salvation. Amidst the cadence of their discourse, they will discuss the difference between certificat...

This week on The R&B Money Podcast, Tank and J welcome the incomparable, multi-talented Estelle. They will delve into the intricacies of her astounding journey beginning when she was just 9, her passion and unparalleled knowledge of music, and her dedication to God - He don't play when it comes to Estelle and that light is the conqueror of every room she enters. Estelle was building her relati...

With a resounding energy that electrifies the soul, The R&B Money Podcast returns this week with musical genius, Rico Love. The luminary shares his journey from a rap artist signed to Usher's US Records to a songwriter/producer/mogul whose talent knows no bounds. Rico Love will rewind the time and take us inside his mind with tales of performing for the legendary Clive Davis and experiencing D...

There is a reason why Atlanta’s DNA courses throughout the global sonic streams. This week, The R&B Money Podcast welcomes the one and only, Kawan KP Prather. Through the strains of vinyl and the memories of youthful nights spent immersed in setting that vibe, KP opens the door to his musical journey, tracing the steps that led him from the incandescent glow of his mother's preparations to the...

This week, R&B Money hosts the virtuoso of soul, Adam Blackstone. A multi-talented artist, he's not just a bassist but a songwriter, producer, multi-instrumentalist, and arranger with a gift for tapping into the essence of each song he works on. Before he was a household name working with Justin Timberlake, Rihanna, Drake, Kanye, Jay-Z, and Janet Jackson, Adam grew up in New Jersey surrounded...