Josh Wakely, the creator of the Netflix cartoon Motown Magic, talks about how his Detroit-inspired children’s show came to be.
The D Brief Podcast: Interviews About Detroit Music
The D Brief is Detroit's premiere arts and entertainment podcast. Each week, we publish three episodes: Two that discuss what's happening in the metro Detroit area, and one that is an in-depth interview with a notable Detroiter.
Below is a list of our in-depth interviews about music. You can also see interviews about other topics:
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Guests: Josh Wakely
Evrod Cassimy of WDIV / Local 4 News
Evrod Cassimy, the morning and noon news anchor on Detroit’s WDIV / Local 4 News, joins Seth Resler to talk about his new R&B album, Newzic.
Guests: Evrod Cassimy
Organizations: WDIV-TV
Rapper Champtown and The Untold Story of Detroit Hip Hop
Detroit rapper Champtown, the founder of Straight Jacket Records, talks about his new documentary film, The Untold Story of Detroit Hip Hop, narrated by Chuck D of Public Enemy.
Guests: Champtown
Organizations: Untold Story of Detroit Hip Hop
D.Cipher: Detroit’s Music Mastermind Collective
Drummer and percussionist Juuni is one of the organizers of D.Cipher, a “music mastermind collective” that aims to grow Detroit’s music economy by helping musicians networks, learn, and perform.
Guests: Juuni
Organizations: D.Cipher, Gabriel Brass Band, ONEFREQ
Musician, Songwriter, and Producer Luis Resto
Songwriter, musician, and producer Luis Resto talks about his music career, starting with his early collaborations with legendary producer Don Was and his later work with hip hop legend Eminem.
Guests: Luis Resto
DJ Peter Croce, Founder of Rocksteady Disco
Peter Croce, the DJ and Producer behind Detroit’s Rocksteady Disco label, talks about his approach to both rocking a party and running a record label.
Guests: Peter Croce
Organizations: Rocksteady Disco
Detroit Songwriter Allee Willis
Allee Willis, the Detroit songwriter behind legendary hits like Earth, Wind & Fire’s “September” and the Rembrandt’s “I’ll Be There for You” talks about her love for the Motor City.