dopeYEAH talk

In this episode, we sit down with Sian Evans, the voice and spirit behind the iconic British electronic band Kosheen. Known for her powerful vocals and innovative style, Sian opens up about her journey through music, from her roots in Bristol's vibrant music scene to Kosheen's rise to global recognition. 🎶✨ Sian dives into her unique experiences, discussing not only the challenges of being a fem...

In this episode, we sit down with Czech pop-rock sensation Lenny at the Metronome Prague Festival. Known for her powerful vocals and captivating performances, Lenny opens up about her musical journey, from growing up with a famous mother, singer Lenka Filipová, to her unique experiences in the industry. She talks about her influences ranging from Celine Dion to Shania Twain, moving to London at 19...

Join us for an unforgettable conversation with guitar legend Al Di Meola at the dopeYEAH Club! 🎸 In this exclusive episode, Al dives into stories from his remarkable career—from playing guitar under the influence of LSD (which helped him land a spot in a band and led to his first show at Carnegie Hall) to recording with Paco de Lucia on the Elegant Gypsy album, where they created magic despite Pa...

Join us for an exclusive interview with Ashley Slater, the incredible jazz musician and founder of Freak Power! From learning to play a $12 trombone to jamming in politically charged 1970s Belfast while serving in the British Army, Ashley shares stories from a lifetime of music, adventure, and unexpected twists. 🎷🌍 In this episode, Ashley talks about working with Fatboy Slim, playing with Loose...

In this powerful episode, Rob Cass sits down with the incredible Lisa Ramey a vocal powerhouse hailing from St. Louis and making waves in New York City 🌆 Lisa first stole hearts on NBC's The Voice as a member of Team Legend, and she hasn’t slowed down since! Lisa shares her journey from headlining alongside Ms. Lauryn Hill to releasing her critically acclaimed debut album “Surrender”, which ranke...

🎙️ Step into the world of Chris Jagger —musician, actor, and human rights advocate. In this episode of dopeYEAH talk, Chris shares his incredible journey through music, film, fashion, and his life-changing travels to India and Tibet. 🌍🎶 Chris opens up about hitchhiking to India, writing a song about the Dalai Lama, and how his time in Tibet profoundly shaped his worldview. He reflects on the vib...

🎙️ In this episode, Rob Cass sits down with the legendary Andrew Roachford, a British soul and rock singer, songwriter, and musician known for his powerful voice and dynamic stage presence. Born in London to parents of Caribbean heritage, Roachford’s musical journey began in Soho, where he toured with his uncle at just 14 years old—a formative experience that ignited his passion for music. 🎶 Roac...

What happens when a singer-songwriter from a small California town spends 8 years living in Cambodia? 🌍🎶 In this episode of dopeYEAH talk, Rob Cass sits down with Melissa Lingo, who shares how growing up in a tiny observatory town surrounded by nature and music shaped her sound, and how powerful female role models, including her mother, influenced her music career. She dives deep into the profou...

🎙️ In this episode, Rob Cass sits down with the incredibly talented Myles Sanko, a British soul and jazz singer, songwriter, and producer whose music is infused with the richness of his Ghanaian and French heritage. From his humble beginnings busking on the streets of Cambridge to gaining international recognition, Myles shares the highs and lows of his remarkable journey. 🎶 We dive into the stor...

Today, we’re thrilled to chat with Manchester’s rising star, Lusaint, in an interview led by Abbey Road producer Rob Cass. 🎙️ With over 50 million streams, Lusaint’s unique blend of jazz and blues has captured hearts worldwide. ❤️ Her 2019 cover of Chris Isaak’s ‘Wicked Game’ broke records, earning over 11 million YouTube views and the most Shazams in 24 hours. 🌟 Lusaint’s success includes collab...