The Working Artist Project

In this episode of The Working Artist Project, Darrian Douglas and Gregory Agid talk to Robin Barnes about her career, music, business ventures, and family. With a voice that is as powerful with a whisper as it is with a bellow, contemporary New Orleans jazz singer Robin Barnes is here to stun audiences. She’s appeared on Bravo, ESPN, BET, NCIS and more. She has also been featured in publications like The New York Times, Forbes, Southwest Magazine, Travel & Leisure, Marie Claire and Southern Living. In addition to being an award winning music artist, she’s also one of the city of New Orleans’ biggest ambassadors and influencers, and has been featured in the press for the fitness movement she founded, Move Ya Brass.

Albert Allenback, well known as the tall, lovable, goofy flute and saxophone player in New Orleans’ beloved Tank and the Bangas, is up to some serious stuff these days. Albert released his first instrumental solo single under the moniker Alb the Builder. Earlier in 2020, his duo project, SaxKixAve, in partnership with rapper extraordinaire Alfred Banks, came out with an EP, a line of merch, a bunch of videos and teasers for what’s to come. With Tank and the Bangas, Albert recorded the EP Friend Goals, dove into dozens of writing sessions and intimate performances and built up an archive of songs that will end up on a full-length release, sometime in 2021. Albert has also dipped his hand into producing several acts, this past year, and with the cache of artists in his corner, this could be the start of whatever he dreams it to be.

-SABRINA STONE

In this episode of The Working Artist Project, Darrian Douglas and Gregory Agid talk to Lydia Liebman about the subtle art of promoting musicians. Lydia Liebman is a New York City-based music industry professional with experience as a publicist, radio host, promoter, journalist, and musician. For a decade, she has been at the helm of Lydia Liebman Promotions, a leading music PR agency based in NYC that specializes in jazz, Latin jazz, and other creative music.

In this episode of The Working Artist Project, Darrian Douglas and Gregory Agid talk to Makaya McCraven about creating new music and post-pandemic life! Makaya is a beat scientist. The cutting edge drummer, producer, and sonic collagist is a multi-talented force whose inventive process & intuitive style of performance defy categorization.

In this episode of The Working Artist Project, Darrian Douglas and Noah Jackson talk to Andy Farber about his newest release, Early Blue Evening. Farber expands upon the legacy of Duke Ellington and Count Basie, paying homage to the kings of swings while bolding staking his place in jazz history.

In this episode of The Working Artist Project, Darrian Douglas and Cameron Clark talk to Jon Gordon about his newest release, Stranger Than Fiction which features artists like John Ellis, Alan Ferber, and Jocelyn Gould.

In this episode of The Working Artist Project, Darrian Douglas and Gregory Agid talk to Ropeadope Records recording artist Darren Hoffman. Darren is the guitarist and co-founder of New Orleans based duo Uncle Nef with legendary drummer and singer Shannon Powell; guitarist and bandleader of the NYC trio gorgeous! with Parker McAllister and Morgan Guerin; founder of Guava Records; creator of the Myxstem; and a faculty member of The Florida State University.

In this episode of The Working Artist Project, Darrian Douglas and Gregory Agid talk to Roland Guerin about songwriting, Allen Toussaint, and how his music is influenced by life experience and mentorship. We also delve into his relationship with Ibanez and how designing a bass represents an embodiment of musical history and forward-thinking.

In this episode of The Working Artist Project, Darrian Douglas and Gregory Agid talk to Emily Fredrickson about arranging and her role as Director for the Dee Dee Bridgewater Big Band.

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In this episode of The Working Artist Project, Darrian Douglas and Gregory Agid talk to Christian Richardson about marketing, branding, and storytelling to create a successful business.

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