On this week's episode of The R&B Money Podcast, Tank and J Valentine sit down with legendary Bryan-Michael Cox. The episode starts off discussing Bryan's early days growing up in Houston and being surrounded by music from a young age.
Bryan got his start playing piano at church, inspired by his friend Raymond Angry's incredible talent. He began making beats on a Yamaha keyboard in his teens. After connecting with producer Greg Curtis, Bryan started working with artists like Destiny's Child on early demos.
His career soon took off working with Jermaine Dupri and So So Def artists like Jagged Edge. They discuss Bryan's process and influences at the time as well as working with Usher on Confessions. Bryan shares stories behind big hits like Burn, Confessions Pt 2, Let's Get Married and more.
The episode is a masterclass from one of the greatest songwriters and producers in R&B history. Bryan offers invaluable lessons about artistry, collaborations, longevity and what it takes to make classics. His catalog is untouched and this conversation highlights his genius. Enjoy Bryan-Michael Cox on The R&B Money Podcast
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