Shawn Stockman's On That Note

Anderson .Paak sits down with Shawn to unpack his journey from Oxnard’s church circuit to Grammy-winning stages, breaking down the musicianship, mentors, and moments that shaped his sound. A soulful, funny, wide-open conversation recorded inside the .Paak house.

Anderson .Paak welcomes Shawn to the 805 for a wide-ranging conversation inside the .Paak House, reflecting on the church musicians, family influences, and early Oxnard community that molded his rhythm and voice. He shares stories about banging on his stepdad’s drum kit, discovering Curtis Mayfield, developing pocket through worship services, and finding his artistic identity long before the world knew him as Breezy Lovejoy.

They get into the moment Dr. Dre recognized the “pain” and texture in his voice, the evolution that led to Malibu, NxWorries, and eventually Silk Sonic, and why analog warmth and live musicianship still matter in 2025. Anderson and Shawn also talk fatherhood, creative discipline, building .Paak House Festival for the community, and the joy of performing with artists who push him to new levels. A soulful, vulnerable, and often hilarious look at one of the most original artists of his generation.

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Jo Koy breaks down how he pushed his way onto Netflix, why Hollywood comedy is finally shifting toward real diversity, and how Filipino identity shaped his voice as one of today’s most beloved stand-ups.

In this episode of On That Note, Sean Stockman sits down with comedian Jo Koy for an unfiltered, hilarious, and deeply personal conversation. Jo opens up about the early hustle, getting rejected for years, and how persistence finally broke open the Netflix door. He shares powerful stories about representation in comedy, why diversity in the industry is more important than ever, and how celebrating Filipino culture became the backbone of his stand-up career.

They also dive into Jo’s creative process, the pressure of arena tours, raising a son while touring the world, and how comedy changed drastically from the 2000s to now. Packed with heart, humor, and real talk, this episode is a masterclass on authenticity, cultural pride, and finding your comedic voice.

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Renée Elise Goldsberry joins Shawn to relive her journey from Hamilton’s Angelica Schuyler to Broadway stardom—breaking down backstage moments, Lin-Manuel Miranda’s creative genius, celebrity visitors, and the stories that shaped her powerhouse career.

Renée Elise Goldsberry sits down with Shawn Stockman for a masterclass conversation on artistry, discipline, and the creation of Hamilton. She reveals what went into shaping Angelica Schuyler, how the cast built its chemistry, the emotional layers behind “Satisfied,” and why the show became a generational cultural shift.

Renée also shares stories about performing for Beyoncé, Jay-Z, and Barack Obama, her transition from early acting and soap operas to Broadway, the physical and mental demands of eight-show weeks, and the perspective she’s gained as a mother, musician, and performer.

Whether you’re a Hamilton fan, a musical theater lover, or someone who just wants to be inspired by an elite-level performer, this episode delivers.

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Omarion joins Shawn Stockman to revisit the rise of B2K, the untold You Got Served stories, and the creative fire behind The O Album that helped shape 2000s R&B.

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112 joins Shawn Stockman to revisit the Bad Boy Records era — where Biggie Smalls, Faith Evans, and a new sound forever changed R&B. From church roots to chart hits, the group shares how soul and hip-hop finally collided in the 90s.

Few groups embodied the 90s fusion of R&B and hip-hop like 112.

They open up about the creative chemistry that shaped classics like “Cupid” and “Peaches & Cream,” what it was really like inside Bad Boy’s golden age, and how the collision of soul, rap, and street culture built the blueprint for modern R&B.

Listen now for untold stories, nostalgic studio memories, and lessons from the label that made harmony dangerous again.

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From a Philly high school to Motown superstardom — Wanya and Nate Morris of Boyz II Men share how a backstage encounter with Michael Bivins and a dream performance sparked the birth of ‘90s R&B and changed their lives forever.

In this episode of On That Note, Shawn Stockman sits down with Wanya and Nate Morris for the real Boyz II Men story — the hustle, the harmony, and the magic behind Motownphilly. They reflect on early inspirations, performing for New Edition and Paula Abdul, and the moment that set their path toward redefining R&B for a generation.

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Shawn Stockman checks in with a quick update — the Boyz II Men interview fans have been waiting for drops tomorrow. Set your reminders — it’s the biggest On That Note episode yet.

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From Kanye’s Stronger to Nipsey Hussle’s LA sound and Chris Brown’s viral hits — producer MyGuyMars tells the stories behind the music and the faith that fuels his craft.

A true student of sound, MyGuyMars takes On That Note inside the studio sessions that shaped a generation. He remembers working beside Kanye West during the Graduation era, watching the Stronger beat evolve from a raw Daft Punk sample into a cultural anthem. He recalls helping Nipsey Hussle craft his “it has to sound like it looks” brand of rich West Coast luxury — and the viral Chris Brown track that was born from a happy studio accident.

Raised in the church and trained on gospel organ, Mars connects his early musicianship to modern hip-hop production, breaking down how faith, melody, and experimentation drive his process. Alongside Shawn Stockman, he reflects on the respect producers deserve, the evolution of LA’s sound, and the creative discipline that turns raw inspiration into timeless records.

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From family jam sessions to sharing stages with legends, Moana of The Jets takes us back to the golden age of 80s R&B. In this episode, she opens up about what it was like growing up in a family of 16 siblings who all performed together, the whirlwind success of their hit songs, and the wild moments that came with life on the road.Moana reflects on performing before icons like Tina Turner and B.B. King, the heart and hustle that powered The Jets, and how family, faith, and music kept them grounded through it all.Step inside the colorful chaos of 80s tour life, where family bands ruled the charts, R&B met pop, and every night felt electric.

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Candyman—the “original boot knocker”—sits with Sean Stockman to unpack the real story behind **“Knockin’ Boots”*: the Dre cosign, the swap-meet hustle, turning a B-side into a platinum smash, and the sample-clearance chess with Betty Wright and Rose Royce that almost killed the record before it exploded. He also rewinds to Washington Prep—Sir Jinx introducing him to Dr. Dre, a campus battle vs. Ice Cube, and becoming Dre’s “wingman” in the LA club era.

They trace the hit’s DNA—Slick Rick’s story-rhyme influence, the SB-12/SP-1200 era, and why those first 5–10 seconds (“Attention all ladies…”) still light up shows. Candyman breaks down how Tone Lōc and touring cracked doors open, how Thump Records/Lowrider Soundtrack gave the song its second life, and how a nine-day sprint landed him at Epic Records. There’s inside baseball on splits, the Color Me Badd “I Wanna Sex You Up” overlap, and the baseline link he points out with Lighter Shade of Brown – “On a Sunday Afternoon”—plus shoutouts to DJ Quik and more LA heavyweights.

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