We Sound Crazy Podcast

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On this week's episode of We Sound Crazy, we talk with businessman and entrepreneur Derrick Hayes. Defying all odds as the Founder & CEO of Big Dave’s Cheesesteaks, Derrick shares how establishing his late father's legacy has fueled his drive to make the Atlanta, Georgia gas station sandwich business into a worldwide franchise and household name. 

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Director: John Dierre

Camera Op: James Hart, Kenny Cochran, John Dierre 

Editing: Aaron Walton

Producer: Michael "Roux" Johnson

Assistant: Brittany Guydon

Intern: Montez Freeman

Thank you to all of our listeners, as well as our partners at Visit Music City. 

Special thanks to Derrick Hayes and his amazing team!

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It’s 2024 and we’re starting off with a Bang! Our amazing special guest…Tweet! 

She’s a singer, songwriter, and musician with a one-of-a kind sound and story! On this episode, we celebrate her amazing catalog, discuss her rollercoaster career, and give the original Southern Hummingbird her flowers! This is a story that needs to be told. 

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Three powerful words: The Isley Brothers!

The title “Legend” gets tossed around loosely these days, but our guests this week fit the definition in every way. The Isley Brothers are American music royalty. With a career that now spans eight decades, they are the most influential, long lasting force in modern popular music. The Isley Brothers’ long list of accomplishments is unmatched but their hunger for greatness is still as fresh as ever. Mr. Ron Isley & Mr. Ernie Isley sit with our co-hosts this week in St. Louis, Missouri to share stories about their remarkable journey. Their influence can be felt in every corner of popular culture. If you love music, this conversation is essential. 

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Director: Aaron Walton

Camera Op: Tiffany Young 

Editing: Aaron Walton

Producer: Michael "Roux" Johnson

Assistant: Brittany Guydon

Intern: Montez Freeman

Grooming for Phillionaire & Tamone Bacon: Delvin "Redd The Barber" Washington

Thank you to all of our listeners, as well as our partners at Visit Music City. 

Special thanks to Ronald Isley, Ernie Isley, Kandy Isley, and Aliya Crawford!

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We Sound Crazy is honored to have the prolific Kirk Franklin!! The leader of gospel music has a new album - 'Father’s Day', a hugely successful “Reunion” tour, a hit TV show, and a new level of honesty about his personal journey. Nothing is off limits! Kirk is transparent, funny, and always down to share his views. He's an artist, a songwriter, a businessman, a producer, a multi-award winning cultural icon…and he's our special guest this week! Press play now! 

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Grooming for Phillionaire & Tamone Bacon: Delvin "Redd The Barber" Washington

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It’s been “a season of firsts” here at We Sound Crazy. This is our first podcast collaboration episode with the hilarious ladies of Popcorn & Champagne podcast right here in Nashville, TN! We’re talking TV, movies, news, celebrities, pop culture, and music (of course) with the lovely Toni & Tiff. Pour the bubbly, get your popcorn, and get comfy because this convo is full of strong opinions, hilarious takes, and real talk moments. Press play! 

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In a very special episode of We Sound Crazy, Meelah Williams of 702 sits down with the co-hosts for a honest, heartfelt conversation about her historic rise as the lead singer of 702, growing up in the music business, and her strength through unimaginable loss. 

And of course, there is timeless music! 

Meelah is a singer, a songwriter, an author and all around cool person. It’s time to get to know her even better. “Get it together” and PRESS PLAY! 

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Videography: John Dierre, James Hart, Kenny Cochran 

Editing: Lamont Baldwin

Producer: Michael "Roux" Johnson

Assistant: Brittany Guydon

Intern: Montez Freeman

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Thank you to all of our listeners, as well as our partners at Visit Music City.  

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This is major! We have THEE Daryl Simmons in the hot seat this week. He is one of the most prolific songwriter/producers of our time. On his own and as 1/3 of the powerhouse team with Babyface & La Reid — Daryl Simmons has literally created the soundtrack to our lives. Aretha, Whitney, Toni, BoyzIIMen, TLC, Monica, Dru Hill, Tevin Campbell and so many more. The list of iconic artists goes on forever. This is an episode full of legendary stories, legendary songs and real talk! Enough reading…PRESS PLAY!!!!

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Special thanks to Daryl Simmons and Renae McNeil!

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On this exciting episode of We Sound Crazy the cohosts are joined by rising stars, The Shindellas!  Girl groups are a staple of American music & culture and these ladies are reviving the art-form with their new album “Shindo”! Get to know the Nashville based trio, their new music, and their special connection to the cohosts here. The ladies have powerful opinions & hilarious takes on…everything.  Don’t walk, run to watch/listen to this new episode with The Shindellas now!

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Videography: Aaron Walton, Tiffany Young 

Editing: Lamont Baldwin

Producer: Michael "Roux" Johnson

Assistant: Brittany Guydon

Intern: Montez Freeman

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Thank you to all of our listeners, as well as our partners at Visit Music City.  

Special thanks to The Shindellas and their team at Weirdo Workshop!

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Mignon Francois, the Founder and CEO of The Cupcake Collection, is our very special guest on an all new episode of We Sound Crazy. As her company celebrates 15 years of success, we have real talk with Mignon about what inspires her mission and what lessons she’s learning as one of Nashville’s star businesswomen. And to top it all off THERE ARE CUPCAKES! Award-winning cupcakes! Who doesn’t love cupcakes? Press play. You’re in for a treat! 

We Sound Crazy is your backstage pass to music and culture. Three music industry veterans and a music aficionado unlock the secrets of your favorite moments in entertainment and have one-on-one conversations with household names. 

Special thanks to our We Sound Crazy team!

Videography: Aaron Walton

Editing: Lamont Baldwin

Producer: Michael "Roux" Johnson

Assistant: Brittany Guydon

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Grooming for Phillionaire & Tamone Bacon: Delvin "Redd The Barber" Washington

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On this episode, the co-hosts have a candid conversation with master songwriter, producer, and artist Donald Lawrence! The award-winning Gospel artist has been a trailblazer, architect of sound, and a leader in music for over 20 years and showed no signs of slowing down. Here to discuss his new album, Donald Lawrence Presents Power: A Tribute to Twinkie Clark, the musical master shares the method behind his madness in one of the most insightful conversations this season. 

What are you waiting for? Press play! 

We Sound Crazy is your backstage pass to music and culture. Three music industry veterans and a music aficionado unlock the secrets of your favorite moments in entertainment and have one-on-one conversations with household names. 

Special thanks to our We Sound Crazy team!

Videography: Myah Lipscomb, Myah Lipscomb

Editing: Lamont Baldwin

Producer: Michael "Roux" Johnson

Assistant: Brittany Guydon

Intern: Montez Freeman

Grooming for Phillionaire & Tamone Bacon: Delvin "Redd The Barber" Washington

Thank you to all of our listeners, as well as our partners at Visit Music City. Special thank you to Donald Lawrence, his team, and our friends over at RCA Inspiration!

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