RedCircle VERIFY_TOKEN_0e6494c4-0f33-4dc8-9b41-d7434f850c99 -- Rendered At Sat, 04 Apr 2026 18:29:12 +0000 Support The Dope Radio https://redcircle.com/shows/support-the-dope-radio en Carla Brown Carla Brown <p><strong>Support The Dope Radio</strong>&nbsp;was designed to give a platform to the best, most talented, and dopest music creators, enhancers, and magic makers to tell their own stories in their own words.</p><p>The guests on this show are well documented as integral parts of the success of your favorite artists and songs. I'm pulling back the curtain to bring them center stage under their very own spotlight.</p><p><br></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p> 0e6494c4-0f33-4dc8-9b41-d7434f850c99 Support The Dope Radio was designed to give a platform to the best, most talented, and dopest music creators, enhancers, and magic makers to tell their own stories in their own words.

The guests on this show are well documented as integral parts of the success of your favorite artists and songs. I'm pulling back the curtain to bring them center stage under their very own spotlight.


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]]> episodic no Carla Brown carla@supportthedoperadio.com https://feeds.redcircle.com/0e6494c4-0f33-4dc8-9b41-d7434f850c99 no full Drew Rives Drew Rives Carla Brown Season 7 | Episode 3 | Support the Dope Radio, host Carla D. Brown interviews Drew Rives, a veteran in the music marketing industry with a career spanning over three decades. Drew shares insights into his journey, the evolution of marketing strategies in the music business, and the importance of building relationships. He discusses the challenges faced in adapting to changes in the industry, particularly with the rise of streaming platforms, and emphasizes the significance of hard work and mentorship. Drew reflects on his legendary career at Def Jam and offers advice for aspiring music marketers, highlighting the need for creativity and resilience in the face of failure.

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]]> <p>Season 7 | Episode 3 | <em>Support the Dope Radio</em>, host <strong>Carla D. Brown</strong> interviews <strong>Drew Rives,</strong> a veteran in the music marketing industry with a career spanning over three decades. Drew shares insights into his journey, the evolution of marketing strategies in the music business, and the importance of building relationships. He discusses the challenges faced in adapting to changes in the industry, particularly with the rise of streaming platforms, and emphasizes the significance of hard work and mentorship. Drew reflects on his legendary career at <strong>Def Jam</strong> and offers advice for aspiring music marketers, highlighting the need for creativity and resilience in the face of failure.</p><p><span>For more information about the </span><em>Support The Dope Radio</em><span> or to shop the merch store, please visit </span><a href="http://supportthedoperadio.com/" rel="nofollow">SupportTheDopeRadio.com</a><a href="http://supportthedoperadio.com./" rel="nofollow">.</a></p> 82171447-645d-48ee-b032-a004cce28608 https://redcircle.com/shows/0e6494c4-0f33-4dc8-9b41-d7434f850c99/episodes/27a2c9a8-1e78-4932-9f00-f21ddf4db908 Mon, 10 Nov 2025 09:06:16 +0000 3576 no full Jovan Dawkins Jovan Dawkins Carla Brown Season 7 | Episode 2 | Music executive Jovan J. Dawkins joins host Carla D. Brown on Support The Dope Radio to share his journey from young drummer to label owner and industry powerhouse. Jovan breaks down the realities of music distribution for independent artists, clears up misconceptions about owning masters, and stresses the power of education and relationships in today’s evolving industry. Packed with practical insights, this conversation is a must-listen for any artist or creative serious about building a lasting career in music and ready to level up their business game!

Jovan Dawkins' Instagram: @jovan_drum_producer

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]]> <p>Season 7 | Episode 2 | Music executive <strong>Jovan J. Dawkins</strong> joins host <strong>Carla D. Brown</strong> on <em>Support The Dope Radio</em> to share his journey from young drummer to label owner and industry powerhouse. Jovan breaks down the realities of music distribution for independent artists, clears up misconceptions about owning masters, and stresses the power of education and relationships in today’s evolving industry. Packed with practical insights, this conversation is a <em>must-listen</em> for any artist or creative serious about building a lasting career in music and ready to level up their business game!</p><p>Jovan Dawkins&#39; Instagram: <a href="http://instagram.com/jovan_drum_producer" rel="nofollow">@jovan_drum_producer</a></p><p>For more information about the Support The Dope Radio or to shop the merch store, please visit <a href="http://SupportTheDopeRadio.com" rel="nofollow">SupportTheDopeRadio.com</a><a href="http://SupportTheDopeRadio.com." rel="nofollow">.</a></p> fee5846e-e192-4f49-8bfd-0ed490bb0603 https://redcircle.com/shows/0e6494c4-0f33-4dc8-9b41-d7434f850c99/episodes/7dbf9ac5-df0e-4653-8675-dff58f2711e6 Mon, 27 Oct 2025 04:00:30 +0000 4797 no full Justin Gilbert Justin Gilbert 1 7 Carla Brown In the Season 7 premiere episode of Support the Dope Radio, host Carla D. Brown sits down with Justin Gilbert, aka Bi$hop, as he shares his incredible journey as a musician, producer, and music director. From his early days in church to touring with the likes of Justin Timberlake, Jill Scott, Anthony Hamilton, Jay-Z and more, Justin discusses the pivotal moments that shaped his career, the importance of preparation, and the unique challenges of being a touring musician. He reflects on his influences, memorable experiences, and offers valuable advice for aspiring musicians.

Support The Dope Radio as a podcast platform to showcase the most talented music creators, enhancers, and magic makers, giving them the opportunity to share their own stories in their own words. 

Whether they are songwriters, vocal arrangers, producers, engineers, or background vocalists, the guests featured on this show play integral roles in the success of your favorite artists and songs. I'm here to pull back the curtain and bring these remarkable music creators into the spotlight they deserve.

https://www.SupportTheDopeRadio.com

]]> <p>In the Season 7 premiere episode of <em>Support the Dope Radio, </em><strong>host Carla D. Brown</strong> sits down with <strong>Justin Gilbert, aka Bi$hop, </strong>as he shares his incredible journey as a musician, producer, and music director. From his early days in church to touring with the likes of Justin Timberlake, Jill Scott, Anthony Hamilton, Jay-Z and more, Justin discusses the pivotal moments that shaped his career, the importance of preparation, and the unique challenges of being a touring musician. He reflects on his influences, memorable experiences, and offers valuable advice for aspiring musicians.</p><p><em>Support The Dope Radio</em> as a podcast platform to showcase the most talented music creators, enhancers, and magic makers, giving them the opportunity to share their own stories in their own words. </p><p>Whether they are songwriters, vocal arrangers, producers, engineers, or background vocalists, the guests featured on this show play integral roles in the success of your favorite artists and songs. I&#39;m here to pull back the curtain and bring these remarkable music creators into the spotlight they deserve.</p><p>https://www.SupportTheDopeRadio.com</p> 7bae4a45-54f4-4d49-80b3-1ffb83923e76 https://redcircle.com/shows/0e6494c4-0f33-4dc8-9b41-d7434f850c99/episodes/d7bfff6c-6a72-4344-a45e-dfd9b7ba418b Mon, 13 Oct 2025 04:00:14 +0000 3919 no full Special Edition | Erica Campbell Special Edition | Erica Campbell Carla Brown In this episode of Support the Dope Radio, host Carla D. Brown sits down with six-time GRAMMY Award-winning gospel artist, co-host of the nationally syndicated Get Up! Mornings with Erica Campbell, and one-half of the iconic gospel duo, Mary Mary -- Erica Campbell to discuss her upcoming tour, Laugh, Cry, Heal. Erica shares the inspiration behind the tour, emphasizing the importance of vulnerability and healing. The conversation explores the transformative experiences attendees can expect, the powerful lineup of speakers, and Erica's commitment to creating a safe space for all. She encourages listeners to embrace their emotions and prioritize their healing journey, reminding them that joy and empowerment await those who attend.

Tickets for the tour are currently available at http://www.LoveErica.com/LaughCryHeal

]]> <p>In this episode of <em>Support the Dope Radio,</em> host Carla D. Brown sits down with six-time GRAMMY Award-winning gospel artist, co-host of the nationally syndicated <em>Get Up! Mornings with Erica Campbell,</em> and one-half of the iconic gospel duo, <em>Mary Mary</em> -- <strong>Erica Campbell </strong>to discuss her upcoming tour, <em>Laugh, Cry, Heal.</em> Erica shares the inspiration behind the tour, emphasizing the importance of vulnerability and healing. The conversation explores the transformative experiences attendees can expect, the powerful lineup of speakers, and Erica&#39;s commitment to creating a safe space for all. She encourages listeners to embrace their emotions and prioritize their healing journey, reminding them that joy and empowerment await those who attend.</p><p>Tickets for the tour are currently available at <a href="http://www.loveerica.com/LaughCryHeal" rel="nofollow">http://www.LoveErica.com/LaughCryHeal</a></p> ec30dee6-2f9d-44c2-aba9-00cab9f2fdec https://redcircle.com/shows/0e6494c4-0f33-4dc8-9b41-d7434f850c99/episodes/10873507-d408-42dd-b0c4-d27ecefd582b Mon, 22 Sep 2025 05:44:32 +0000 1480 no full Adam Blackstone Adam Blackstone 6 6 Carla Brown <strong>Adam Blackstone</strong> is an Emmy award-winning musical director, multi-instrumentalist, songwriter, producer, visionary, fearless leader of&nbsp;<strong>BASSic Black Entertainment (BBE). </strong>From the world’s largest stage at the Super Bowl to the stage of Hollywood’s biggest night at the Grammy’s, you undoubtedly have heard Adam’s soundscapes. He is the plug that connects studio production to enthralling live music production. He has lended his extraordinary talent to bring about the visions of artists such as <em>Jay-Z, Kanye West, Janet Jackson, Rihanna, Justin Timberlake, Jill Scott, Dr. Dre, Eminem, Maroon 5, </em>and so many more!! But with the release of his very own albums in 2022 &amp; 2023, “Legacy” and “The Legacy Experience (Live),” he appears to be determined as ever to leave his mark and shows no signs of slowing down anytime soon!!<hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p> Adam Blackstone is an Emmy award-winning musical director, multi-instrumentalist, songwriter, producer, visionary, fearless leader of BASSic Black Entertainment (BBE). From the world’s largest stage at the Super Bowl to the stage of Hollywood’s biggest night at the Grammy’s, you undoubtedly have heard Adam’s soundscapes. He is the plug that connects studio production to enthralling live music production. He has lended his extraordinary talent to bring about the visions of artists such as Jay-Z, Kanye West, Janet Jackson, Rihanna, Justin Timberlake, Jill Scott, Dr. Dre, Eminem, Maroon 5, and so many more!! But with the release of his very own albums in 2022 & 2023, “Legacy” and “The Legacy Experience (Live),” he appears to be determined as ever to leave his mark and shows no signs of slowing down anytime soon!!

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]]> <strong>Adam Blackstone</strong> is an Emmy award-winning musical director, multi-instrumentalist, songwriter, producer, visionary, fearless leader of <strong>BASSic Black Entertainment (BBE). </strong>From the world’s largest stage at the Super Bowl to the stage of Hollywood’s biggest night at the Grammy’s, you undoubtedly have heard Adam’s soundscapes. He is the plug that connects studio production to enthralling live music production. He has lended his extraordinary talent to bring about the visions of artists such as <em>Jay-Z, Kanye West, Janet Jackson, Rihanna, Justin Timberlake, Jill Scott, Dr. Dre, Eminem, Maroon 5, </em>and so many more!! But with the release of his very own albums in 2022 &amp; 2023, “Legacy” and “The Legacy Experience (Live),” he appears to be determined as ever to leave his mark and shows no signs of slowing down anytime soon!!<hr><p> Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="nofollow">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p> 651fa5a57bacb40011f61317 https://shows.acast.com/support-the-dope-radio/episodes/651fa5a57bacb40011f61317 Fri, 06 Oct 2023 06:13:56 +0000 3915 no full Eric Dawkins Eric Dawkins 5 6 Carla Brown <strong>Eric Dawkins</strong> is a heavily sought after singer, songwriter, producer, vocal producer, vocal coach, background vocalist, and one half of the legendary Gospel R&amp;B duo, <strong>Dawkins &amp; Dawkins</strong> along with his brother,<em> Anson Dawkins</em>. With a list of credits a mile long including artists such as <em>Tyrese, Tank, Avant, Chris Brown, Omarion, Mary Mary, The Walls Group, Christina Aguilera, Mya, Ruben Studdard,</em> <em>Dave Hollister, </em>and more - Eric is your favorite songwriter’s favorite songwriter!! Some of your favorite artists call on him to get them RIGHT!! He’s been known to travel with a "bag of vocals" and his pen game is “so PEN-credible”!!<hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p> Eric Dawkins is a heavily sought after singer, songwriter, producer, vocal producer, vocal coach, background vocalist, and one half of the legendary Gospel R&B duo, Dawkins & Dawkins along with his brother, Anson Dawkins. With a list of credits a mile long including artists such as Tyrese, Tank, Avant, Chris Brown, Omarion, Mary Mary, The Walls Group, Christina Aguilera, Mya, Ruben Studdard, Dave Hollister, and more - Eric is your favorite songwriter’s favorite songwriter!! Some of your favorite artists call on him to get them RIGHT!! He’s been known to travel with a "bag of vocals" and his pen game is “so PEN-credible”!!

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]]> <strong>Eric Dawkins</strong> is a heavily sought after singer, songwriter, producer, vocal producer, vocal coach, background vocalist, and one half of the legendary Gospel R&amp;B duo, <strong>Dawkins &amp; Dawkins</strong> along with his brother,<em> Anson Dawkins</em>. With a list of credits a mile long including artists such as <em>Tyrese, Tank, Avant, Chris Brown, Omarion, Mary Mary, The Walls Group, Christina Aguilera, Mya, Ruben Studdard,</em> <em>Dave Hollister, </em>and more - Eric is your favorite songwriter’s favorite songwriter!! Some of your favorite artists call on him to get them RIGHT!! He’s been known to travel with a &#34;bag of vocals&#34; and his pen game is “so PEN-credible”!!<hr><p> Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="nofollow">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p> 6503f799cb582e0011ef35b3 https://shows.acast.com/support-the-dope-radio/episodes/6503f799cb582e0011ef35b3 Fri, 15 Sep 2023 06:20:09 +0000 4670 no full Brian K. Jackson Brian K. Jackson 4 6 Carla Brown President of <em>BOE Global,&nbsp;</em><strong>Brian K. Jackson,</strong> is a music executive with a proven track record for having an ear for talent and the heart to go get them!! Having discovered and signed the likes of&nbsp;The Neptunes (Chad Hugo &amp; Pharrell Williams), Rodney "Darkchild" Jerkins, the late LaShawn "Big Shiz" Daniels, and P!nk&nbsp;to their first publishing deals, he has undoubtedly impacted a wealth of many of our music lives!!&nbsp;<hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p> BOE Global, Brian K. Jackson, is a music executive with a proven track record for having an ear for talent and the heart to go get them!! Having discovered and signed the likes of The Neptunes (Chad Hugo & Pharrell Williams), Rodney "Darkchild" Jerkins, the late LaShawn "Big Shiz" Daniels, and P!nk to their first publishing deals, he has undoubtedly impacted a wealth of many of our music lives!! 

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]]> President of <em>BOE Global, </em><strong>Brian K. Jackson,</strong> is a music executive with a proven track record for having an ear for talent and the heart to go get them!! Having discovered and signed the likes of The Neptunes (Chad Hugo &amp; Pharrell Williams), Rodney &#34;Darkchild&#34; Jerkins, the late LaShawn &#34;Big Shiz&#34; Daniels, and P!nk to their first publishing deals, he has undoubtedly impacted a wealth of many of our music lives!! <hr><p> Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="nofollow">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p> 64f17f6f1ff15700104bf862 https://shows.acast.com/support-the-dope-radio/episodes/64f17f6f1ff15700104bf862 Fri, 01 Sep 2023 06:06:39 +0000 4636 no full Tiffany Freeman Tiffany Freeman 3 6 Carla Brown <strong>Tiffany Freeman</strong> is a heavily sought-after background vocalist. She has used her gift to support the likes of <em>Stevie Wonder, Erica Campbell, Kirk Franklin, Kanye West, Harry Styles, Israel Houghton, Faith Evans,</em> and many more. You may have seen her singing with <em>Jazmine Sullivan</em> on the “Heaux Tales Tour” (2022-2023), performing at Super Bowl LVII with <em>Sheryl Lee Ralph </em>(2023), and most recently backing <em>Queen Latifah</em> at the Rock The Bells Festival (2023). A creative in her own right, Tiffany is also the album co-creator for Grammy-nominated “Something to Say” by <em>Cory Henry</em> (2020).<hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p> Tiffany Freeman is a heavily sought-after background vocalist. She has used her gift to support the likes of Stevie Wonder, Erica Campbell, Kirk Franklin, Kanye West, Harry Styles, Israel Houghton, Faith Evans, and many more. You may have seen her singing with Jazmine Sullivan on the “Heaux Tales Tour” (2022-2023), performing at Super Bowl LVII with Sheryl Lee Ralph (2023), and most recently backing Queen Latifah at the Rock The Bells Festival (2023). A creative in her own right, Tiffany is also the album co-creator for Grammy-nominated “Something to Say” by Cory Henry (2020).

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]]> <strong>Tiffany Freeman</strong> is a heavily sought-after background vocalist. She has used her gift to support the likes of <em>Stevie Wonder, Erica Campbell, Kirk Franklin, Kanye West, Harry Styles, Israel Houghton, Faith Evans,</em> and many more. You may have seen her singing with <em>Jazmine Sullivan</em> on the “Heaux Tales Tour” (2022-2023), performing at Super Bowl LVII with <em>Sheryl Lee Ralph </em>(2023), and most recently backing <em>Queen Latifah</em> at the Rock The Bells Festival (2023). A creative in her own right, Tiffany is also the album co-creator for Grammy-nominated “Something to Say” by <em>Cory Henry</em> (2020).<hr><p> Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="nofollow">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p> 64df07dc9aa63300125b11d8 https://shows.acast.com/support-the-dope-radio/episodes/64df07dc9aa63300125b11d8 Fri, 18 Aug 2023 05:55:40 +0000 4749 no full Warryn Campbell Warryn Campbell 2 6 Carla Brown Warryn Campbell is a musician, singer, songwriter, producer, record label executive, &amp; Grammy Award winner. He studied under the tutelage of the great DJ Quik&nbsp;and got his start at Death Row Records&nbsp;before becoming Vice President of A&amp;R at&nbsp;Elektra Records and then founding his very own label, My Block Inc. His credits extend across the genre spectrum and include artists from Mary Mary to Yolanda Adams, from Dru Hill to Mario, from Kanye West to Mos Def (n/k/a Yasiin Bey), from his amazing wife, Erica Campbell to The Walls Group, and so many more!<hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

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]]> Warryn Campbell is a musician, singer, songwriter, producer, record label executive, &amp; Grammy Award winner. He studied under the tutelage of the great DJ Quik and got his start at Death Row Records before becoming Vice President of A&amp;R at Elektra Records and then founding his very own label, My Block Inc. His credits extend across the genre spectrum and include artists from Mary Mary to Yolanda Adams, from Dru Hill to Mario, from Kanye West to Mos Def (n/k/a Yasiin Bey), from his amazing wife, Erica Campbell to The Walls Group, and so many more!<hr><p> Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="nofollow">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p> 64cc8373da2e2100112fe540 https://shows.acast.com/support-the-dope-radio/episodes/64cc8373da2e2100112fe540 Fri, 04 Aug 2023 04:49:54 +0000 4419 no full Shonn Hinton Shonn Hinton 1 6 Carla Brown We kick off Season 6 with guitarist and Musical Director for the Queen of Hip-Hop Soul, Mary J. Blige, <strong>Shonn Hinton!</strong> Shonn has played with other top industry artists such as Dave Hollister, Glenn Lewis, Jill Scott, Lil Wayne, &amp; more. Also an artist in his own right, hear what he has to say about his own music style and how you can get in tune.<hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p> Shonn Hinton! Shonn has played with other top industry artists such as Dave Hollister, Glenn Lewis, Jill Scott, Lil Wayne, & more. Also an artist in his own right, hear what he has to say about his own music style and how you can get in tune.

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]]> We kick off Season 6 with guitarist and Musical Director for the Queen of Hip-Hop Soul, Mary J. Blige, <strong>Shonn Hinton!</strong> Shonn has played with other top industry artists such as Dave Hollister, Glenn Lewis, Jill Scott, Lil Wayne, &amp; more. Also an artist in his own right, hear what he has to say about his own music style and how you can get in tune.<hr><p> Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="nofollow">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p> 64ba187dafb02500118a4597 https://shows.acast.com/support-the-dope-radio/episodes/64ba187dafb02500118a4597 Fri, 21 Jul 2023 05:32:45 +0000 3014 no trailer Support The Dope Radio Returns! Support The Dope Radio Returns! 6 Carla Brown Support The Dope Radio returns THIS SUMMER! Stay tuned and subscribe now to never miss an episode. Join the e-mail list at http://SupportTheDopeRadio.com.<hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

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]]> Support The Dope Radio returns THIS SUMMER! Stay tuned and subscribe now to never miss an episode. Join the e-mail list at http://SupportTheDopeRadio.com.<hr><p> Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="nofollow">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p> 648628e69d79eb00114d4ab6 https://shows.acast.com/support-the-dope-radio/episodes/648628e69d79eb00114d4ab6 Sun, 11 Jun 2023 20:04:54 +0000 31 no