The R&B ONLY Show

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#51: Stevie Mackey on Defining R&B, Singing Background, AI Music, & More Sep 23, 2026

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Our host Jovy E. and R&B ONLY Founder @jabari are joined by vocalist Stevie Mackey to discuss performing background vocals, how to win as an artist, vocal coaching on The Voice, working with Whitney Houston, the best R&B bridges, and more.

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#50: Elmiene on Saving Modern R&B, Vocal Technique, Crafting Viral Hits, & More Sep 08, 2026

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Jovy E. is joined by R&B powerhouse Elmiene for an unfiltered conversation about his musical journey, defining his unique sound, and the evolution of modern soul. From his standout vocal technique to the creative process behind his latest music, Elmiene shares what drives his artistry, how he approaches live performances, and where he sees the future of R&B heading

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#49: Mikey on Temptation Island, Relationships, and Life as an R&B ONLY Host Aug 02, 2026

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In this episode of The R&B ONLY Show, R&B ONLY founder JABARI and host Jovy E. sit down with Temptation Island season 2 star Mikey Bivens for an in-depth conversation bridging reality television, personal growth, and nightlife culture. Mikey reflects on his journey on the Netflix series, addressing his background as a former "player," the dynamics of his relationship with ex-girlfriend Sydney McGregor, and how the show's intense environment and edited bonfire clips impacted their connection during and after filming. Beyond the reality TV drama, the trio discusses Mikey's career off-screen as a crowd-hyping host touring with R&B ONLY, delving into the nuances of live entertainment, maintaining authenticity in the public eye, and his ongoing commitment to therapy and personal evolution post-show.

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#48: Troy Taylor On Trey Songz, Artist Development, The Death Of The R&B Bridge & More Jun 18, 2026

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Jovy E. & R&B ONLY founder JABARI are joined by Troy Taylor to discuss the ultimate blueprint of modern R&B, industry secrets, and the vital role of artist development in today's music scene. In this essential episode of The R&B ONLY Show, the trio reveals the exact formula the 3x Grammy-winning producer used to discover and break superstar Trey Songz. Diving deep into the changing landscape of record deals and tackling the "R&B is dead" myth, they break down why timeless chords, authentic vocal arrangements, and true musicality are driving the genre's massive comeback. It is a must-watch masterclass for aspiring artists, producers, and true music fans looking to understand the past, present, and future of R&B.

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#47: Tricky Stewart: The Man Behind Beyoncé & Rihanna’s Biggest Hits May 07, 2026

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Jovy E. & R&B ONLY founder are joined by Tricky Stewart to pull back the curtain on a career that redefined the modern R&B landscape. Tricky dives deep into the "RedZone" era, sharing the fascinating origin stories behind generational anthems like Rihanna’s "Umbrella" and Beyoncé’s "Single Ladies," while reflecting on his prolific creative partnership with The-Dream.

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#46: Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis on Prince, Hit Records & Staying Legendary Apr 03, 2026

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Our host Jovy E. & R&B ONLY founder JABARI are joined by Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis for an exclusive interview to discuss their legendary 40-year run as the architects of the Minneapolis Sound. From their early days with Prince and the pivotal creation of Janet Jackson’s Control to their new Las Vegas residency, the duo dives into the "respect-first" philosophy that fueled dozens of #1 hits. It’s a masterclass in creative longevity, partnership, and the divine art of making music history.

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#45: 4batz on Exploding Into The Spotlight, Advice For New Artists & More Oct 07, 2025

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Jovy E. is joined by 4batz for an exclusive interview to talk about his incredible journey into overnight fame! We dive into the explosion of his hit single "act ii: date at 8" on TikTok, which launched him into the spotlight, wild touring experiences, advice for up and coming artists, being compared to other artists, and more!

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#44: JayDon on Broadway, Being Signed to Usher, Disney, The Music Industry & More Jul 23, 2025

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Jovy E. is joined by JayDon to discuss living in Los Angeles, working with Disney, performing at the GRAMMYs, branding himself as an R&B artist, songwriting, how his sound has evolved, cursing in music, his favorite song off of Leon Thomas’ MUTT album, what’s next, and more!

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#43: Zyah Belle on Artistry, Content Creation, Engagement, DJing, & More Jul 17, 2025

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Jovy E. is joined by Zyah Belle to discuss her viral online moments, singing with Ginuwine at SXSW, meeting Too Short, putting together a project, being engaged while in the music industry, being in Kanye’s Sunday Service Choir, becoming a DJ, Common’s filmography, the state of R&B, and more!

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#42: Bee-B on Writing R&B Legends, Love & Hip-Hop, Accessibility in R&B & More Jul 10, 2025

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Jovy E. is joined by Bee-B to discuss writing for artists like Eric Bellinger, Queen Naija, Summer Walker, what her studio sessions look like, how the death of her cat sparked a hit song, accessibility in R&B, growing up in Compton, winning Grammys, and more!

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