Soulversations with Russell Taylor

Multi-hyphenate soul singer, actor & educator Russell Taylor (Rt!) is an advocate for independent artists and the power of sharing stories to close the gap of human experience. In this podcast, he and his friends from across the globe chat about the Artist's ethos vis a vis creation and engaging the world around Us via the unique BIPOC lens. Four parts music, two parts serious, five parts laughter, all parts fun. Let's Go!

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Soulversations with Russell Taylor wsg Ben Williams

An award-winning jazz bassist, Ben Williams is a versatile performer whose style crosses easily between acoustic post-bop, contemporary fusion, hip-hop, and R&B. The winner of the 2009 Thelonious Monk International Jazz Competition, Williams garnered attention playing with artists like Stefon Harris , Jacky Terrasson , and Marcus Strickland . His first two albums, 2011's State of Art and 2015's Coming of Age , showcased his vibrant blend of acoustic jazz, hip-hop, and fusion styles. He also ...

Sep 02, 2024•27 min

Soulversations with Russell Taylor wsg Toni Blackman

The first Hip Hop Cultural Envoy to travel with the State Department, Blackman served in Senegal , Ivory Coast , the Democratic Republic of the Congo , Ghana , Botswana and Swaziland where she also delivered lectures on hip hop music and culture. [6] Toni has also travelled throughout Europe, Angola , Brazil, Canada and toured Southeast Asia (the Philippines , Indonesia , Thailand and Taiwan ) as a part of Jazz at Lincoln Center Rhythm Road Abroad program, working in the world's most war-torn co...

Sep 02, 2024•27 min

Soulversations with Russell Taylor wsg Trina Broussard

Trina Broussard, singer, songwriter and true RandB/Soul gem began her career in 1997 when she covered Minnie Riperton's song "Inside My Love". A year later, Broussard signed a recording contract with Jermaine Dupri's label So So Def, and the rest is history...still in the making. On the Soulversations couch, we talk about everything from theater to gumbo to nursing school. Find out what makes this Houston native low-key comedienne tick and what's next on the horizon...only here on the #Soulversa...

Nov 27, 2021•1 hr 2 min

Soulversations with Russell Taylor wsg Curtis Richardson

Multi-genre producer, writer, singer, educator Curtis Richardson has worked with some of today's marquee talents such as Jennifer Lopez, Rihanna, Joss Stone, LL Cool J, John Legend, Deborah Cox, Craig David, David Guetta, and Tiesto. And it is his GLOBAL presence in the Asian and European Markets, working with superstars such as Taemin, NCT Dream, SHINee, Kumi Koda, Tohoshinki, Super Junior, Yuri (from Girls Generation), Kahi, Agnes Carlsson, Sandy Lam, Jun Kung, Kary NG, that informs us that Cu...

Jul 16, 2021•1 hr 8 min

Soulversations with Russell Taylor wsg Cecily

Just as beautiful as she is brilliant, the soulful chanteuse Cecily is here with us on the Soulversations couch. On this episode, Cecily a native Washingtonian and I chat about old souls, life pursuits and the artist's journey. Cecily's soulful light is evident in and out of her songs, you'll see (or hear). Find Cecily at @CecilyAlexa on Instagram and Twitter and her music is available across all digital platforms. Visit www.cecilymusic.com or www.soulversations.show for more info!

Jun 09, 2021•26 min

Soulversations with Russell Taylor wsg Wes Felton

Emcee, painter, actor, fashion designer, activist et. al., interdisciplinary artist Wes Felton slows down just long enough to bless the Soulversations stage. Drawing from his rich Washington DC musical familial legacy, Wes has traveled the world touching hearts and nodding heads alike. On this episode, my friend and I get to sit down and chat about life, love (& hate), and the pursuit of soulfulness. His performances never disappoint. Find Wes Felton at @WesFeltonDC on Instagram and Twitter ...

May 21, 2021•41 min

Soulversations with Russell Taylor wsg Sy Smith

From Carnegie Hall to The Kennedy Center to the symphony in Moscow, artist Sy Smith is a phenomenal artist born to shine. My friend and I get to sit down and chat about life, music, #blackgirlmagic and she sings a few tunes with the Band. Find Sy Smith at @Syberspace on Instagram and Twitter. Sy's music is available on all music platforms.

Apr 09, 2021•31 min

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