Shawn Stockman's On That Note

• Algorithms Are Killing Music - Shawn Stockman on Streaming & the Death of the Bridge

  Why does music feel emptier now? In this solo session, Shawn Stockman (Boyz II Men) breaks down how the bridge disappeared from modern songs, how streaming economics rewired songwriting, and why craft keeps losing to algorithms. Bookended by live moments—Bob Marley to open and Brandy to close—this is a straight talk on what’s broken and how to bring the soul back. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• Money B on Hip-Hop’s Golden Era, Tupac Almost Quitting Rap & Shock G’s Digital Underground

  Step back into the golden age of hip-hop with Money B of Digital Underground as he shares untold stories that shaped rap history. In this candid conversation, Money B reflects on the pure energy of the era, the creative brilliance of Shock G, and the early struggles of a young Tupac Shakur — including the shocking moment when Pac nearly walked away from rap before finding his voice with Digital Underground. From one-take studio sessions that revealed Tupac’s raw genius, to behind-the-scenes memories of tours, collaborations, and the playful but powerful legacy of Digital Underground, Money B paints a vivid picture of what it meant to come up in hip-hop’s most influential decade. Along the way, he breaks down the culture, the music, and the community that defined an entire generation. Whether you’re a lifelong fan or discovering these stories for the first time, this episode captures the essence of hip-hop when it was still pure, raw, and unstoppable. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• Jimmy Jam’s Rise & Fallout with Prince — The Time, 777-9311 & the Firing That Changed Everything

  Jimmy Jam opens up about his years working with Prince — from grueling six-hour rehearsals and legendary studio sessions to the infamous Atlanta snowstorm that cost him his place in The Time. In this candid conversation, Jam shares rare stories about Prince’s genius, the creation of “777-9311,” and the day it all ended at Sunset Sound. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• Eric Bellinger Talks Songwriting for Usher, Beyoncé & Chris Brown | The State of R&B Today

  Singer, songwriter, and R&B innovator Eric Bellinger sits down with Boyz II Men’s Shawn Stockman for a deep dive into the state of R&B today, the craft of songwriting, and his incredible journey from church choirs to penning hits for music’s biggest names. From Usher and Beyoncé to Chris Brown and Ne-Yo, Bellinger opens up about the creative process, the realities of the music business, and what it takes to make timeless records. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• Bobby Brown Unfiltered: New Edition, Whitney Houston & the Wildest Era in Pop

  Bobby Brown joins On That Note for a raw, unfiltered look at his rise from New Edition frontman to solo superstar. He opens up about being kicked out of the group, the pressure to prove himself, and how he created one of R&B’s most unforgettable solo careers. From the soul of My Prerogative to his bold performance style, Bobby reflects on a legendary era of music—and the pain, power, and artistry behind it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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