Amplifier Community Connections

Amplifier host Chad Roper sits down with Atlanta-based attorney Mario Breedlove. Breedlove specializes in several areas including Business & Commercial Litigation. In this episode, the two talk about law and the entertainment industry: contracts, deals with publishing companies and more. This episode was recorded live in June 2023.

Amplifier is filmed and recorded in front of a live audience at the Radio Milwaukee studios in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. For more information, visit the Amplifier website, register for a free event or watch LIVE on Amplifier's Facebook page. You can also follow Amplifier on Instagram.

Produced by Kim Shine

Amplifier host Chad Roper sits down with Carla Nealy, owner Perspectives Counseling and Clinical Consultation Agency, LLC. In this episode, the two talk about mental wellness and different ways to protect yourself and your peace. This episode was recorded live in May 2023.

Amplifier is filmed and recorded in front of a live audience at the Radio Milwaukee studios in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. For more information, visit the Amplifier website, register for a free event or watch LIVE on Amplifier's Facebook page. You can also follow Amplifier on Instagram.

Produced by Kim Shine

Amplifier host Chad Roper sits down with multi-faceted musician, singer & producer Shonn Hinton. The Milwaukee native has worked with countless artists, including touring as a guitarist/musician for Mary J. Blige, John Legend and Jay-Z. He's also ventured out as a solo artist.

In this episode, Hinton talks about the art of live performance, production and what makes a song evoke true emotion. This episode was recorded live in April 2023.

Amplifier is filmed and recorded in front of a live audience at the Radio Milwaukee studios in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. For more information, visit the Amplifier website, register for a free event or watch LIVE on Amplifier's Facebook page. You can also follow Amplifier on Instagram.

Produced by Kim Shine

In this episode of Amplifier, Chad ‘C-Note’ Roper sits down 'Credit King' Will Roundtree. Roundtree is a financial strategist, motivational speaker and author of books "Full Time CEO" and "Credit is King".

The two discuss Roundtree's upbringing in Milwaukee, Wisconsin and how he went from being homeless to becoming an established credit repair and financial expert. He also gives listeners key messages and advice on: being a 'student of life', marketing, resolving financial debt, investing, taxes and the value of mentorship.

Amplifier is filmed and recorded in front of a live audience at the Radio Milwaukee studios in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. For more information, visit the Amplifier website, register for a free event or watch LIVE on Amplifier's Facebook page. You can also follow Amplifier on Instagram.

In this episode of Amplifier, Chad ‘C-Note’ Roper talks with singer & songwriter Tiyon “TC” Christian. The two friends talk about TC’s start in Atlanta transitioning from recording covers to songwriting.

He’s worked with classic producers as Rodney Jerkins, and done records for artists as Brandy, Backstreet Boys, Justin Bieber. He gives advice on getting placements, negotiating contracts (splits, recouping publishing) and the business of writing for artists in the U.S. versus overseas.

This episode was recorded live on October 21, 2022.

Amplifier is filmed and recorded in front of a live audience at the Radio Milwaukee studios in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. For more information, visit the Amplifier website, register for a free event or watch LIVE on Amplifier's Facebook page. You can also follow Amplifier on Instagram.

In this episode of Amplifier, Chad 'C-Note' Roper sits down with reknowned film director, videographer and Milwaukee native Philly Fly Boy. Philly has worked with artists as T.I., Jadakiss, Kevin Gates and Sean Kingston.

Philly details his journey from the beginning: unpaid gigs, falling forward, getting creative and staying consistent. For independent artists, he gives advice on navigating low-to-no paying opportunities, building a fan base and maximizing content.

Check out his video demo reel, here.

This episode was recorded live on September 22, 2022.

Amplifier is filmed and recorded in front of a live audience at the Radio Milwaukee studios in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. For more information, visit the Amplifier website, register for a free event or watch LIVE on Amplifier's Facebook page. You can also follow Amplifier on Instagram.

In this episode of Amplifier, Chad ‘C-Note’ Roper sits down with marketing and branding expert Carmen Esteves. She has more than 17 years of experience as a Film & TV award-winning, multi-platform production and commercial creative expert.

Esteves talks about how to diversify and market your brand, developing partnerships and content creation. Through her company, Esteves Creative Group, she assists clients with their digital & broadcast video, web and print needs.

This episode was recorded live on August 27, 2022.

Amplifier is filmed and recorded in front of a live audience at the Radio Milwaukee studios in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. For more information, visit the Amplifier website, register for a free event or watch LIVE on Amplifier's Facebook page. You can also follow Amplifier on Instagram.

"You can't manifest anything if your mind isn't on point."

Having control over your mental health is critical for success in any industry, including music and entertainment. Chad 'C-Note' Roper sits down with four Milwaukee-area counseling and crisis experts to discuss ways to strengthen your mental health and stay motivated. The panelists also explore the signs of depression and offer ways to overcome it and get help.

Panelists

• Lauren Hubbard, RN – Dir., Community Crisis Services, Milwaukee County Behavioral Health Services
• Dr. Lia Knox – Counselor, Mental Wellness Consultant
• Dr. Lakeia Jones – President/Founder/CEO, AMRI Counseling Services
• Montreal Cain – Founder, MERA

This episode was recorded live on May 24, 2022.

Amplifier is filmed and recorded in front of a live audience at the Radio Milwaukee studios in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. For more information, visit the Amplifier website, register for a free event or watch LIVE on Amplifier's Facebook page. You can also follow Amplifier on Instagram.

In this episode of Amplifier, Chad ‘C-Note’ Roper sits down with highly respected, industry veteran Vincent Searcy. He’s an entertainment executive and entrepreneur based in Atlanta. Searcy is founder of Crown World Entertainment, a full-service company specializing in music, TV & film, catalog acquisition and publishing. He’s worked with notables as Rico Love and Usher, and helped guide the careers of artists as Milwaukee’s own Jacob Latimore.

This episode was recorded live on April 30, 2022.

Amplifier is filmed and recorded in front of a live audience at the Radio Milwaukee studios in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. For more information, visit the Amplifier website, register for a free event or watch LIVE on Amplifier's Facebook page. You can also follow Amplifier on Instagram.

Amplifier host Chad Roper sits down with Grammy-award winning songwriter, singer and producer, Rico Love. He's known for creating hit records with artists as Beyonce ("Sweet Dreams"), Usher ("Throwback", "There Goes My Baby") and Kelly Rowland. He's also been featured on tracks as a solo artist and has mentored countless others in the industry.

In this episode, Love talks about the art of songwriting, understanding royalties and the importance of consistency and building relationships. #TTLO

This episode was recorded live on March 26, 2022.

Amplifier is filmed and recorded in front of a live audience at the Radio Milwaukee studios in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. For more information, visit the Amplifier website, register for a free event or watch LIVE on Amplifier's Facebook page. You can also follow Amplifier on Instagram.