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
Shae Universe: Timeless Over Trending: Legacy, Privacy & the Modern Soul Artist
In this episode, Ian Von sits down with UK-born, Nigerian-rooted singer and songwriter Shae Universe—a rising force who’s fusing R&B, neo-soul, and drill into a fresh, soulful sound. Shae opens up ab...
15 Feb 31min
Raheem DeVaughn: Love King of the Underground on his Quiet R&B Revolution
Ian Von sits down with Grammy-nominated singer, songwriter, and Love King Raheem DeVaughn for a raw convo on artistry, independence, and love as a lifestyle. Raheem breaks down why he’s often seen as ...
8 Feb 1h 8min
Christopher Williams: Legacy, Survival, and R&B’s Next Chapter
In this powerful and heart-centered episode, Ian Von sits down with R&B legend Christopher Williams for a deep, honest conversation that spans New Jack Swing nostalgia, near-death experiences, spiritu...
1 Feb 47min
JABARI: on Building an R&B Empire, Business, and the Future of the Culture
In this episode of Can We Talk R&B, host Ian sits down with Jabari Johnson, founder and CEO of RNBOnly, the touring brand that has sold over 750,000 tickets without a traditional recording artist. Jab...
25 Jan 1h
