THE KENNY BURNS SHOW

The Kenny Burns Show | Ep. 194: A Conversation with Queen Naija On this episode of The Kenny Burns Show, Kenny Burns sits down with multi-platinum singer, songwriter, and entrepreneur Queen Naija for an intimate conversation about the journey that transformed her from a young dreamer into one of R&B’s biggest stars. Queen Naija opens up about her upbringing, the values instilled in her while g...

This week on The Kenny Burns Show, Kenny Burns sits down with one of R&B’s most gifted and soulful voices, Glenn Lewis. From his breakout success in Canada to becoming an international neo-soul favorite in the United States, Glenn reflects on the journey that made him one of the genre’s most respected artists. In an honest and inspiring conversation, Glenn opens up about his time away from the...

This week on The Kenny Burns Show, Kenny Burns sits down with one of the most influential music executives in modern culture, Kedar Massenburg. A visionary who helped shape some of the foundational sounds in Hip-Hop and R&B, and serving as the architect of the Neo-Soul movement, introducing the world to timeless artists including Erykah Badu, D’Angelo, Angie Stone, Joe, and many more. In this...

This week on The Kenny Burns Show, Kenny sits down with music industry veteran, artist, songwriter, and executive Allen Anthony for a candid conversation about his remarkable journey through the culture. Tap in as Kenny and Allen discuss legacy, creativity, music business lessons, cultural impact, and what’s next for one of the industry’s most respected voices. From helping shape the sound and mov...

This week on The Kenny Burns Show, acclaimed filmmaker Malcolm D. Lee joins Kenny Burns for an insightful conversation about a career that has helped shape modern Black cinema. From iconic films that have become cultural touchstones to the stories still left to tell, Malcolm reflects on his incredible filmography and the legacy he’s built behind the camera. He also stops by to discuss his highly a...

Ep. 189 of The Kenny Burns Show features an unforgettable conversation with Grammy-winning singer, songwriter, and hitmaker Eric Bellinger. From penning chart-topping records for some of the biggest names in music to carving out his own lane as an independent R&B powerhouse, Eric sits down with Kenny Burns to discuss the journey behind the music, the grind of staying consistent, fatherhood, fa...

This week on The Kenny Burns Show tune in for an unforgettable conversation with Carl Thomas, the legendary voice behind timeless hits like “I Wish” and “Summer Rain.” In this intimate sit-down, Kenny Burns and Carl Thomas take a journey through Carl’s remarkable career—from his humble beginnings on the South Side of Chicago to becoming one of R&B’s most soulful and respected voices. Carl open...

This week on The Kenny Burns Show Kenny Burns sits down for a powerful and inspiring conversation with the acclaimed ghetto gospel singer and songwriter,  Lyfe Jennings, whose music has always spoken directly to the soul. Tap in as the two discuss how the raw honesty in his music that was born from pain transformed into purpose, why trusting his intuition has guided every chapter of his career, an...

Step into a masterclass in creativity, culture, and purpose on this week’s episode of The Kenny Burns Show. Tap in as Kenny Burns sits down with 5x Grammy Award winner CeeLo Green for a powerful and deeply personal conversation that traces the arc of a legendary career. From chart-topping hits to timeless influence, CeeLo opens up about how destiny has consistently aligned him with greatness—and w...

This week on The Kenny Burns Show, Kenny Burns sits down with Grammy Award-winning hitmaker The-Dream for a powerful, no-holds-barred conversation about legacy, resilience, and self-belief. Tap in as we explore the journey of one of the most influential creators in modern music. From crafting era-defining records for icons like Beyoncé, Rihanna, Kanye West, and Justin Bieber, to building a sound t...

This week on The Kenny Burns Show, Kenny Burns sits down with Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter, and soul powerhouse Anthony Hamilton for a deeply personal and inspiring conversation about perseverance, purpose, and finding your voice. From his early beginnings and  signing with Uptown Records to his latest projects, Anthony opens up about the highs and the setbacks—including the difficult p...

This week on The Kenny Burns Show, Kenny Burns sits down with Q Parker—one quarter of the iconic R&B group 112—for an intimate conversation about his journey from chart-topping group member to multifaceted entrepreneur and solo creative. Q opens up about the legacy of 112, the lessons learned throughout his career, and how he’s strategically expanding his brand beyond music. He also gives insi...

This week on The Kenny Burns Show, @kennyburns sits down with Grammy nominated singer, songwriter, and soul powerhouse KEM for a deeply moving conversation about healing, faith, purpose, and the journey behind one of R&B’s most inspiring careers. Known for timeless records that speak to love, vulnerability, and restoration, KEM opens up about the life experiences that shaped both the man and the m...

This week on The Kenny Burns Show, @kennyburns sits down with Grammy nominated singer, songwriter, and soul powerhouse KEM for a deeply moving conversation about healing, faith, purpose, and the journey behind one of R&B’s most inspiring careers. Known for timeless records that speak to love, vulnerability, and restoration, KEM opens up about the life experiences that shaped both the man and t...

This week on The Kenny Burns Show, @kennyburns sits down with Grammy nominated singer, songwriter, and soul powerhouse KEM for a deeply moving conversation about healing, faith, purpose, and the journey behind one of R&B’s most inspiring careers. Known for timeless records that speak to love, vulnerability, and restoration, KEM opens up about the life experiences that shaped both the man and t...

The visual premiere is here. 🎥✨This week on The Kenny Burns Show, #KennyBurns sits down with Grammy-nominated singer, songwriter, actor, and R&B mainstay #Tank for an honest and impactful conversation about the journey behind the music — and the life that shaped it. From his early beginnings, Tank opens up about how music didn’t just give him a career, it saved his life. With transparency an...

The Kenny Burns Show | EP. 181: A Conversation with Tank This week on The Kenny Burns Show, Kenny Burns sits down with Grammy-nominated singer, songwriter, actor, and cultural mainstay Tank for a raw and powerful conversation about purpose, perseverance, and the life-changing power of music. From humble beginnings to becoming one of R&B’s most consistent voices, Tank opens up about his early s...

This week on The Kenny Burns Show, Kenny Burns sits down with Grammy-winning musical director, producer, and creative force Adam Blackstone for a powerful conversation about the journey from behind the scenes to the biggest stages in the world. From his early days working with the legendary The Roots — including unforgettable moments like Dave Chappelle’s Block Party— to stepping into Hip-Hop hist...

This week on The Kenny Burns Show, we sit down with Grammy-winning musical director, producer, and creative visionary Adam Blackstone for an in-depth conversation about the journey behind one of the most respected careers in music. From his early days working alongside the legendary The Roots — and being part of iconic cultural moments like Dave Chappelle’s Block Party — Adam reflects on the found...

This week on The Kenny Burns Show, we sit down with legendary producer, songwriter, and pioneer Teddy Riley — the architect behind the sound that changed music forever. As the creator of New Jack Swing, Teddy Riley helped redefine the intersection of R&B, hip-hop, and pop, shaping an era and influencing generations of artists that followed. In this powerful conversation, he reflects on the mom...

This week on The Kenny Burns Show, actor, producer, and global heartthrob Boris Kodjoe pulls up for a powerful conversation about legacy, love, and navigating Hollywood while staying rooted in culture. Tap in as KB and Boris take a walk through the moments that helped shape his career — from the early days of modeling during what he calls the “Tyson Beckford effect” to the life-changing opportunit...

This week on The Kenny Burns Show, we sit down with Grammy-nominated singer, songwriter, and cultural trailblazer Keri Hilson for a candid conversation about the journey, the impact, and the next chapter of her career. Known for penning and performing some of the most influential records of the 2000s, Keri reflects on the era that helped shape modern R&B and pop, the creative risks that define...

Tap in as Kenny Burns sits down with Grammy-nominated R&B powerhouse Raheem DeVaughn for an intimate and soulful conversation about legacy, longevity, and the evolution of real R&B. Listen as Raheem DeVaughn reflects on his illustrious career, the cultural impact of his signature sound, and how he’s remained a consistent voice for love, passion, and authenticity in a changing musical lands...

On this episode of The Kenny Burns Show, Kenny Burns sits down with singer, songwriter, and vibe curator October London for a soulful conversation about artistry, longevity, and bringing timeless music back to the forefront. Tap in as October London reflects on his journey through the industry, the experiences that shaped his sound, and how he’s stayed true to authentic R&B. From navigating an...

On this episode of The Kenny Burns Show, @kennyburns sits down with Marcus “Pleasure P” Cooper for a candid conversation about his journey from joining Pretty Ricky to evolving into his own artist and man. Pleasure P reflects on the Class of ’05 era and the hit records that changed the game, including the global success that helped define a generation of R&B. He opens up about pivotal moments...