In the latest episode of Can We Talk R&B?, host Ian Von sits down with the legendary Eric Roberson, an artist with over thirty years of experience in the R&B industry. Eric takes us through his journey—from his early years in South Jersey to his time in college, where his passion for music truly began to take shape.
Eric opens up about his work with DJ Jazzy Jeff, his role as a writer with the Noon Time collective, and his experiences in the studio with icons like Floetry, Jill Scott, Erykah Badu, Musiq Soulchild, and Dre & Vidal. He also shares the story behind writing Musiq Soulchild's hit single "Previous Cats" and reflects on his healing time working with Fred Hampton’s legacy.
Listeners will also hear about Eric's innovative approach to live performances, where he seamlessly blends freestyle elements and creates new songs on the spot, showcasing his boundless creativity and musical versatility. With influences ranging from gospel to hip-hop, Eric explains how these diverse sounds have shaped his unique style and contributed to his enduring success in the R&B world.
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Time Stamps:
00:00:00: Introduction to Season Two
00:00:23: Early Days and Memories at A Touch of Jazz
00:01:19: Unique Musical Approach of Music Soulchild
00:02:01: Invitation to Subscribe and Support
00:02:12: Welcome to the Episode with Eric Robeson
00:02:25: Introduction of Eric Robeson
00:03:40: Discussion on the Mission of the Podcast
00:04:05: Eric Robeson’s Musical Background
00:06:41: Eric Robeson’s Early Musical Influences
00:08:21: Arrival at Howard University
00:10:33: Eric’s Early Music Creation and Scholarship to Howard
00:11:50: Overview of Eric Robeson’s Albums
00:12:45: Eric Bellinger’s Work Ethic Comparison
00:13:33: Importance of Career Longevity and Output
00:14:05: Creating Songs on the Spot During Performances
00:14:25: Philosophy on Creativity
00:16:00: Trust and Freestyling in Music
00:17:00: The Impact of Collaborations
00:19:00: The Balance Between Music Career and Family Life
00:21:00: The Magic of Music and Its Emotional Impact
00:24:00: Musical Influence of Detroit and Philly
00:26:08: Early Career and Meeting DJ Jazzy Jeff
00:28:00: Experiences at "A Touch of Jazz"
00:28:50: Unique Talent of Musiq Soul Child
00:29:20: The beginning of the story
00:30:03: Amazing collaborations and recording processes
00:32:01: The popularity of "Just Friends" by Musiq Soul Child
00:33:03: Meeting Kevin Lyles and Russell Simmons
00:34:41: The importance of non-singles and B sides in R&B
00:35:19: Transitioning to personal artistry and discussing the song "Lessons"
00:36:43: The creation process of "Lessons"
00:40:54: Collaborating with Raheem, Kevin Ross, and Anthony Hamilton
00:42:21: Recording the video for "Lessons" during the pandemic
00:42:44: Reflecting on the success and longevity of a music career
00:43:21: Discussion on R&B and age stereotypes
00:44:00: The evergreen quality of R&B music
00:46:09: The importance of evolving as an artist
00:47:38: Detailed insight on the Patreon experience
00:49:50: The significance of releasing new music frequently
00:52:03: Transition to a lighter discussion - favorite R&B era
00:53:34: Discussing the 'Mount Rushmore' of singers
00:57:00: If I could trade voices
00:57:36: Introduction to the discussion
00:57:45: Mentioning Stevie and other influential voices
00:57:59: Discussion on Terrence Trent Darby's influence
00:58:30: Realization on the importance of songwriting
00:58:44: Concluding thoughts and appreciation
00:58:57: Thank you and closing remarks
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