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D’Mile—Grammy-winning producer, songwriter, and musician—joins J. Valentine for a deep dive into the craft behind some of the most soulful records of this generation.From shaping the sound of H.E.R. to contributing to Silk Sonic (Bruno Mars & Anderson .Paak), D’Mile breaks down what it really takes to create music that feels timeless. We get into musicianship, chord progressions, live instrumentation, and the discipline behind building records that stand out in today’s landscape.We also introduce his new artist India Shawn, highlighting the next chapter of his creative journey and artist development.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bryce Wilson, producer, songwriter, and founding member of Groove Theory, joins J. Valentine to break down one of the most influential sounds in R&B history.Best known for the classic “Tell Me,” Bryce shares how Groove Theory helped shape the mid-’90s shift toward a more minimal, groove-driven sound that blended hip-hop and soul. He dives into the creative process behind the music, the importance of feel over complexity, and why that era still resonates today.We also get into his transition from artist and producer into the world of film and television, and how he’s continued to evolve creatively across industries.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

DJ Mormile—music executive, A&R strategist, and co-manager behind the rise of Rae Sremmurd—joins J. Valentine for a real conversation on how artists are built behind the scenes.From the EarDrummers / Mike WiLL Made-It era to the breakout success of “Black Beatles,” Mormile breaks down what it actually takes to create a hit, develop talent, and navigate major label systems.This is a deep dive into the business, the relationships, and the decisions that shape careers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.