
Von Waters: Idea a Day: Freestyling melodies in the booth to landing placements with today’s biggest R&B names
In this episode of Can We Talk R&B, Ian Von sits down with singer, songwriter, and producer Von Waters – a Virginia native whose pen is quietly shaping the sound of modern R&B. From growing up in a ti...
12 Apr 29min

Aaron Page: Finding Purpose, Pressure, and Peace in R&B
In this episode, Ian Von sits down with singer, songwriter, and producer Aaron Page to explore his journey from Connecticut to Houston and his rise as one of R&B’s most exciting new voices, including ...
6 Apr 25min

Ye Ali: Indie By Choice: Ownership, Peace, and Saying No to Bad Deals
In this episode, Ian Von sits down with artist, songwriter, and producer Ye Ali – widely known as the self‑proclaimed Trap House Jodeci – for a deep dive into modern R&B, collaboration, independence, ...
31 Mar 48min

ANN NESBY : The Voice, The Village & The Vision
In this powerful episode, Ian Von sits down with legendary vocalist Ann Nesby for an inspiring conversation on faith, legacy, artistry, and love. From her roots in church to global success with Sounds...
24 Mar 51min

Vella: From bedroom covers to Universal Sweden, manifesting a music destiny in real time.
In this episode of the Can We Talk? R&B podcast, Ian sits down with rising powerhouse vocalist Vella, a Cuban-American artist out of Tampa whose raw, soul-drenched voice has been turning heads worldwi...
15 Mar 32min

Marques Houston: From Immature to MH: 30 Years of R&B, Film, and Fatherhood
Ian Von sits down with R&B legend Marques Houston for a candid conversation about his 30+ year journey—from child star in Bébé's Kids and member of Immature, to solo success, acting, and co-founding F...
8 Mar 49min

Trevor Jackson: Creativity, Competition & Ownership
Ian Von sits down with multi-hyphenate artist Trevor Jackson for a raw, high-energy conversation about passion, artistry, and survival through creativity. They trace Trevor’s journey from tap-dancing ...
2 Mar 49min

JAYDON: The New Voice of R&B, Co-Signed by Usher and L.A. Reid
In this episode of Can We Talk R&B, Ian Von sits down with 18-year-old R&B phenom JAYDON, signed to Usher and L.A. Reid, with a #1 record and a co-sign from Chris Brown. He talks about his journey fr...
23 Feb 31min



















