Mjeema Pickett on curating music, radio, and overcoming challenges | The Come Up
Mjeema Pickett discusses her beginnings in the music industry, how her love for curation led her to spearheading R&B and soul music at Spotify, and more.
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Artist Interviews
Hear artists and music producers share insights into their process, techniques, influences, and more.
Nija on the future of R&B
Producer and songwriter Nija (Beyoncé, Ariana Grande, Drake) tells us about her history with R&B music, the evolution of the genre, and more.
Child on creating music videos and commanding respect | The Come Up
Artist and director Child (Big Sean, Janelle Monáe) discusses her journey, advice to other female professionals in the industry, and more.
Braxton Cook on the future of jazz music
Saxophonist, composer, and multi-instrumentalist Braxton Cook discusses his history with jazz music, the evolution of the genre, and more.
Pudge Tribbett on what Gospel music taught him and the power of performance
Drumming legend Pudge Tribbett (Stevie Wonder, Lana Del Rey) sat down with us to discuss musicianship, the impact Gospel music has had on his journey, and more.
Diana Dotel on concert promotion and the importance of mentorship | The Come Up
Diana Dotel tells us about her experience working alongside Latin music's stars, the importance of mentorship, the future of music, and more.
Sarah Schachner on scoring Assassin’s Creed Valhalla and the craft of popular music
Sarah Schachner tells us about her approach to scoring Assassin's Creed Valhalla, collaborating with Mike Dean, and more.
Dana Gills on elevating creatives of color and the intersection of music and film | The Come Up
Dana Gills tells us about the intersection between scripted TV / film and music, her advice to other female professionals, and more.
Sharon Bako on taking risks, navigating the music industry, and more | The Come Up
Sharon Bako tells us about her journey, spearheading the R&B and Afrobeats strategy at Amazon, her advice to other female professionals, and more.
Jeanine McLean-Williams on contracts, mentorship, and Alicia Keys | The Come Up
MBK Entertainment president and managing partner Jeanine McLean-Williams tells us about her journey, her advice to other female professionals, and more.
George Clinton on Mothership Connection, the P-Funk All Stars, and sampling
In celebration of Mothership Connection’s 45th anniversary, we caught up with George Clinton to discuss the creation of the album, its influences, and more.
Richie Souf on Whole Lotta Red, Future, and beat block
We had the rare opportunity to sit down with Richie Souf (Future, Playboi Carti) to hear the untold stories behind his most notable past and upcoming releases.
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