Lil’ John Roberts

It’s been a while but I’m back to give my 3 cents really quick! Lol Drake released his new album a couple days ago and I’ve been hearing a lot of different feedback on it. I’ve also been asked my opinion on his execution. Well here it is! Let me know your thoughts on IG @tiastop5/@tee.air.uh!

What do Michael Jackson, Stevie Wonder, Prince, Dave Chappelle and Janet Jackson have in common? Yes they are ICONS, but my friend Lil’ John Roberts has also been their go to drummer for the past 20 plus years! In this episode John shares some awesome stories about his experiences working with bands all around the world and also how his time at Berklee College which led him to Atlanta to kick off his professional music career.

Starting this season off with a bang! I interviewed one of the BEST musical directors, musicians, producers in the game, Adam Blackstone. He has worked with Justin Timberlake, Kanye West, Alicia Keys, Jill Scott, Jay-Z, Maroon 5 and also the Grammys, Super Bowl and BET awards just to name a few! Adam joined me to have an amazing conversation about how his love for music began, how he made it his career and some of the music he’s into now.

In March 2019, Deutch artist Benny Sings performed his first show in the United States! Benny has the pen, musicianship and vocal elements of all of your favorite soul, soft rock and some jazz music in one. Being a huge fan of Benny’s over the past decade, this interview was a very special bucket list moment! Check out this short conversation we had right before his show at Lodge Room in Los Angeles, CA.

Ever met someone on social media who you found to be your long lost musical twin but you’ve never met? Well here’s mine! Our appreciation for music and specifically 70s music is rare and is worth diving into! Check out how we both found out Michael McDonald was our long lost uncle. Ha!

Tia chats with musician, artist, producer and Musical Director SLIM WAV. He’s worked with Summer Walker, 6Lack, Raury, Kevin Ross and many more! Dive in and discover how this crazy talented alien has made music COOL in this era!

In August I spoke with artist/producer/musician/ songwriter and 1/8 of his band The Natives, King Midas for the first time ever! I received great insight on his genius, his passion for music and his journey in the industry. Check out how he’s making GOOD music COOL!