We Sound Crazy Podcast

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Neighborhood Superstar w. special guest Jacquees Mar 02, 2023

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On this week's episode of We Sound Crazy, we're live at the National Museum of African American Music with the King of R&B himself, Jacquees. He sat down with us to talk about his upbringing in Atlanta, his family values, his business endeavors, and his recently released LP 'Sincerely For You' which was executive produced by Future.

Grab a copy of Jacquees's new album 'Sincerely For You' today!

Special thanks to our We Sound Crazy team!

Videography: Travis Flynn, Joey Woodruff

Video Editing: Travis Flynn

Producer: Michael "Roux" Johnson

Assistant: Brittany Guydon

Intern: Montez Freeman

Special thanks to Jacquees, Cash Money Records, Republic Records, and the entire team.

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Graham Crackers & Apple Juice w. special guest Jimmie Allen Feb 16, 2023

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On this week's episode of We Sound Crazy, we're joined once again by the Country Music star Jimmie Allen! Jimmie stops by the podcast after having a seemingly hilarious flight with co-host Phillionaire to catch up with the guys, premier new music he's working on, and crack tons of jokes. You know it's fun times whenever Jimmie's around and man has he blown up since we have last seen him! Learn how this worldwide superstar is doing his part in helping to diversify country music by signing and producing new black country talent and providing others a platform to be heard. Find out how he's tapped into and embraced bowling as a new passion sport, even forming his very own bowling league. Jimmie also shares his humble beginnings prior to being discovered, meeting co-hosts Claude Kelly and Chuck Harmony early on while still working at a local gym and restaurant, and how hard work and determination have played a pivotal role in helping him develop into the man and artist that he is today. So much to uncover in this episode!

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Special thanks to Jimmie Allen and congratulations on your success thus far. We know much more is to come!

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Whiskey Over Water w. special guest Fawn Weaver Feb 02, 2023

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In celebration of Black History, this week on We Sound Crazy our co-hosts travel down to Shelbyville, Tennessee, and visit the 50 million dollar Nearest Green Distillery to have a sit down with Fawn Weaver, the Founder, CEO, and Chief Historian of Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey. Find out how Uncle Nearest Green, who was born into slavery, developed the Tennessee Whiskey Process along with mentoring Jasper "Jack" Daniel, founder of Jack Daniel's Tennessee Whiskey. Fawn Weaver and her team are doing wonderful work building upon Uncle Nearest's legacy and telling his story properly. Learn how Weaver handles adversity and manages a diverse group of executives breaking through the modern beverage industry and also about her father, late great producer, and songwriter, Frank Wilson, known for classics such as "Do I Love You (Indeed I Do)", "Love Child", and much more.

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Videography: Travis Flynn, Joey Woodruff

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Special thanks to Fawn Weaver, Jessica Davis, Danielle Britt, Dari Ruff, DeAndre Jackson, Keith Weaver, and the entire team at Uncle Nearest Whiskey!

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Everybody Loves Phil w. special guest Philip Lawrence Dec 15, 2022

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This week on We Sound Crazy our co-hosts converse with the diamond-selling songwriter, producer, and performer Philip Lawrence. You know him as one-third of the songwriting and production team, The Smeezingtons, known for super hits by Bruno Mars such as "Just The Way You Are", "Nothin' on You", "Grenade", and "Locked Out of Heaven" and "Fuck You" by CeeLo Green just to name a few. Not only that, Philip Lawrence is a co-creator of the classic hit "Uptown Funk" by Mark Ronson ft. Bruno Mars, and has also written songs for the Netflix Original Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey. Dive in as Lawrence discusses how musical theatre sparked his inner joy for performance, speaks on the challenges that ultimately forged growth in his career and overall quality of life, and tells the backstory on how "Grenade" by Bruno Mars was created as he and co-writer Claude Kelly journey down memory lane and shares this one of a kind story that can only be found here on We Sound Crazy.

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Videography: Aaron Walton, Tiffany Young

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Sweet Yamz w. special guest BRELAND Dec 08, 2022

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This week on We Sound Crazy our co-host speak with rising Country music sensation BRELAND. Man does BRELAND know his music and we had a fun time discussing it with him. We learn about his rich background, the inspirations that make his unique blend of Country, and all of the music he's soaked up coming from New Jersey. BRELAND discusses his Atlantic Records debut album 'Cross Country', his challenges, and accomplishments breaking into Country music, and gives his flowers on the amazing artists before him such as Shania Twain, Lady A, Stevie Wonder, Jazmine Sullivan, Richard Smallwood, and others. This is a great episode that you surely don't want to miss! So refreshing!

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NMAAM Team: Shelly Surdoval, Eric Tyler

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Being Unbothered w. special guest Omarion Dec 01, 2022

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While on his 'Unbothered Book Tour', we catch up with the R&B superstar Omarion at the National Museum of African American Music to discuss his book 'Unbothered: The Power of Choosing Joy'. With so much mental unrest in the world, what a timely conversation. Make sure to check out the interview on YouTube as well which features a full sound bath session. Just a sample of what Omarion is offering. Additionally, our co-hosts talk about Omarion's life in music such as coming close to being signed to LaFace Records with his boy group BTK, not letting fear stop him from creating his legacy, understanding your purpose, and so much more.

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Big A$$ Checks Nov 17, 2022

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In this episode of the We Sound Crazy podcast, our co-hosts cover Missy Elliot, Phillionaire's donation to his Alma mater aiding future black leaders, Louis York on the road and working with PJ Morton, Kanye West, and much more!

We Sound Crazy is your official backstage pass to all things music and culture. Three music industry veterans and a music aficionado unlock the secrets of your favorite moments in entertainment and have one-on-one conversations with household names.

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Try Me Again w. special guest Kim Burrell Oct 31, 2022

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In this episode of the We Sound Crazy podcast, we're back at the National Museum of African American Music's Roots Theatre for a special fireside chat with the illustrious Kim Burrell. The icon shares her one-on-one experiences with the likes of Stevie Wonder and the late Whitney Houston. She also breaks the ice on her experiences with cancel culture and clears the air about Ellen DeGeneres. That's not all music lovers. Find out who Kim Burrell would have on her Mount Rushmore of music, learn about her musical beginnings, and more!

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Going to Carolina w. special guest Anthony Hamilton Oct 13, 2022

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In this episode of the We Sound Crazy podcast, we speak with the platinum-selling and GRAMMY award-winning recording artist, Anthony Hamilton. Our co-hosts uncover some of the R&B gems co-written by Hamilton for others that we all know and adore, his love for classic artists like Bill Withers and James Taylor, the road to his breakout hit 'Coming from Where I'm From' that helped shape his artistry, and much more.

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Hip-Hop Hooray Pt. 2 w. special guests Grandmaster Flash, DJ Kool, Jeff Harleston, & MC Lyte Oct 06, 2022

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In this episode of the We Sound Crazy podcast, our Music Aficionado, Tamone Bacon, continues his one-on-one conversations with more of the foundational pillars of Hip-Hop during his trip to Washington, D.C. for the RIAA's Hip-Hop Honors. We find out how the craftsmanship of turntable mixing was born by its creator Grandmaster Flash, learn how Salt-N-Pepa influenced MC Lyte, and much more. This is surely not an episode you'd want to miss.

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Also a special thanks to the remote production team in D.C., Ashley Donald, Stage and Studio Manager of RIAA holding down sound, and Brendan Kownacki of Kownacki Media Holdings on video duties.

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