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From New Jersey to LA, K Summerlynn sits down with Stateline Jay to discuss her journey to becoming a song writer, the importance for a creative community, friend support and what it takes to get blocked by her. Enjoy this interview with an artist you need to know!*The music featured in this episode is a song called “YGMFU” by K. Summerlynn*Follow me: @statelinejayListen to UEVERHEARDOF Radio on AMP, use code INSTAGRAM for access.Check out WAV Posters | Where Music Meets Home DecorDonationshttps://cash.app/$StateLineJayInterested in starting a podcast? Let Buzzsprout know we sent you and get a $20 Amazon gift card if you sign up for a paid plan! HERE

In this episode I sat down with the amazingly talented Kia Harper. Take a listen to this interview and here how she's using her business to leverage relationships within the industry. *The music featured in this episode is a song called “Lifetime” by Kia Harper*Follow me: @statelinejayListen to UEVERHEARDOF Radio on AMP, use code INSTAGRAM for access.Check out WAV Posters | Where Music Meets Home DecorDonationshttps://cash.app/$StateLineJayInterested in starting a podcast? Let Buzzsprout know we sent you and get a $20 Amazon gift card if you sign up for a paid plan! HERE

In this episode I sat down with the amazingly talented Brandy Haze. If you aren't familiar, take a listen to this interview and quickly check out her albums on all streaming platforms. *The music featured in this episode is a song called “Voodoo” by Brandy Haze*Follow me: @statelinejayListen to UEVERHEARDOF Radio on AMP, use code INSTAGRAM for access.Check out WAV Posters | Where Music Meets Home DecorDonationshttps://cash.app/$StateLineJayInterested in starting a podcast? Let Buzzsprout know we sent you and get a $20 Amazon gift card if you sign up for a paid plan! HERE

This week, I sat down with multi-faceted artist Sophia Galate. Among the topics discussed was how important cover art's are for an independent artist, why Chicago holds a deep place in her heart, her transition from management to artist and when the last time she surprised herself. Not only will you enjoy this interview, you would definitely enjoy her music. Check out her album Sofia HERE. *The music featured in this episode is a song called “Love Me” by Sophia Galate*Connect with Sophia Galate:Follow on Instagram HEREFollow me: @statelinejayCheck out WAV Posters | Where Music Meets Home DecorDonationshttps://cash.app/$StateLineJay Interested in starting a podcast? Let Buzzsprout know we sent you and get a $20 Amazon gift card if you sign up for a paid plan! HERE

This weeks guest is another multi talented, signer and songwriter out of my hometown of Los Angeles California. I was very excited to get the opportunity to speak with him because I have been a fan of his music for quite some time now. We touched on a lot of topics from songwriting, collaboration, pandemic pivots, how technology has had an effect on creative and much more. I loves R&B, he loves R&B and hopefully you love R&B a little more after you hear this interview with an artist you didn’t know you need to know, Kenyon Dixon*The music featured in this episode is a song called “Toxic” by Kenyon Dixon*Connect with Kenyon Dixon:Follow on Instagram HEREFollow on Twitter HEREFind on Spotify or Apple MusicConnect with Jay:UEVERHEARDOF | Podcast | PlaylistArtists You Didn’t Know You Need To KnowFollow me: @statelinejay @ueverheardofDonationshttps://cash.app/$StateLineJay

My next guest is a producer, songwriter and artist that I came across on ClubHouse. With some pretty solid placements under his belt, this artist has worked with some of the biggest names in entertainment, including Chris Brown and J Lo. Through our conversation I was able to learn a little bit about what that first “wow” moment feels like and I was able to untap some things we had in common. His latest project California Nights showcases all of his skills, and right now, you can hear his production and writing on the song “Guilty” by Sevyn Streeter featuring Chris Brown and ASAP Ferg. If you are interested in learning more, stick around and listen to this artist you didn’t know you need to know, Chizzy*The music featured in this episode is a song called “Catching Villains” by Chizzy*Connect with Chizzy:Follow him on Instagram HEREFind on Spotify or Apple MusicConnect with Jay:UEVERHEARDOF | Podcast | PlaylistArtists You Didn’t Know You Need To KnowFollow me: @statelinejay @ueverheardofDonationshttps://cash.app/$StateLineJay

This weeks guest is a young man out of North Carolina a place most known for its Emcees. Today, I’m chopping it up with an RnB singer that is trying to put their RnB scene on the map. In 2018 I came across his record “Nothing New”, which put him on my radar. Right now, he is promoting his latest EP Promise Im not Crazy  and I made sure to remind him that that phrase doesn’t work the way we think it would work when talking to a potential partner. If you are interested in learning more, stick around and listen to this artist you didn’t know you need to know, Byron Juane*The music featured in this song is “Crazy” by Byron Juane*Connect with Byron Juane:Follow him on Instagram HEREFind him on Spotify or Apple MusicConnect with Jay:UEVERHEARDOF | Podcast | PlaylistArtists You Didn’t Know You Need To KnowFollow me: @statelinejay @ueverheardofDonationshttps://cash.app/$StateLineJay

Another week another interview. I’m joined by the incredibly talented singer and songwriter Kynzi. Kynzi hails from Detroit.  With an incredible voice, and personality to match,  one thing I took away from this chat is that she’s definitely someone with star potential. Listen in and see what I mean as we discussed an array of things including stepping out of your comfort zone to become your best self, relocating to find your support system, her vocal range and a whole lot more. *The music featured in this podcast episode is “Changes” by Kynzi*Connect with Kynzi:Follow her on Instagram HEREFind her on Spotify or Apple Music Connect with Jay:UEVERHEARDOF | Podcast | PlaylistArtists You Didn’t Know You Need To KnowFollow me: @statelinejay @ueverheardofDonationshttps://cash.app/$StateLineJay

This week, I’m joined by Atlanta singer and songwriter Dri Jack to talk about how doing musical theatre prepared her for a career as an artist, how family played a role in her growth, how to overcome great loss, using our gifts to do more in the world and how important it is to learn the music business as an artist. *The music featured in this episode is “Unravel Me” by Dri Jack*Listen to the song on Apple Music or SpotifyCheck out the video HERESee her live performance HEREUEVERHEARDOF | Podcast | PlaylistArtists You Didn’t Know You Need To KnowFollow me: @statelinejay @ueverheardofDonationshttps://cash.app/$StateLineJay

This week listen in as Jay is joined by Singer/Songwriter Synai Obney to discuss her time singing with Kanye’s Sunday Service Choir, what she likes about singing cover songs, using the gifts God blesses us with and her new sing Deep End. Make sure to hit that subscribe button and leave a review!*The music featured in this episode is “Deep End” by Synai Obney*Follow Synai on Instagram HEREUEVERHEARDOF | Podcast | Playlist | YouTubeArtists You Didn’t Know You Need To KnowFollow me: @statelinejay @ueverheardofDonationshttps://cash.app/$StateLineJay

In episode 3 of season 2, I got to talk to Narissa out of Los Angeles. We touched on a few different topics including her business the LASH Trap, the importance of opening a building on Slauson Avenue, Nipsey Hussle’s support for her endeavors, her track BOSS BAE, building organically, and more. Be sure to hit that subscribe button and leave a comment, letting me know what you think of the show!* The song featured in this episode is “Boss Bae” by Narissa hear it on Spotify or Apple Music*Follow Narissa HEREUEVERHEARDOF | Podcast | PlaylistArtists You Didn’t Know You Need To KnowFollow me: @statelinejay @ueverheardofDonationshttps://cash.app/$StateLineJay

This week I had the pleasure of interviewing an amazing vocalist by the name of JeRonelle. If his name sounds familiar, it is probably because you heard him and his amazing voice on the popular competitive singing show the Four. During our chat we touched on a variety of topics including a behind the scene look at what happens on these competition shows, how he got his start, how the pandemic has effected his work, our experiences on clubhouse and more. The music featured in this episode is a song titled “Fallin’” by JeRonelle Apple Music or Spotify Connect with JeRonelle: Follow him on Instagram HERE JeRonelle’s 4-Play“Think of You”“Seasons”“More”“Rock With You” UEVERHEARDOF | Podcast | Playlist Artists You Didn’t Know You Need To Know Follow me: @statelinejay @ueverheardofDonationshttps://cash.app/$StateLineJay

Welcome back for season 2 of UEVERHEARDOF. In the opening episode I sat down with Kelechi. Kelechi is a multifaceted artist skilled in all areas of music from song writing, to rapping, to singing the occasional hook, to engineering and producing his own records. In 2019 he had the opportunity to tour with Jidenna and in our conversation we touched on how that experience had an effect on his popularity, what it felt like to not be invited to the Dreamville recording sessions, what he learned from it, his new album “Going Home” and what exactly it means to be 100% Atline and 100% Nigerian. Tune in!The music featured in this episode is a song titled “Money in The Way” by Kelechi Connect with Kelechi: Follow him on Instagram HERE Find him on Spotify or Apple Music UEVERHEARDOF | Podcast | Playlist Artists You Didn’t Know You Need To Know Follow me: @statelinejay @ueverheardofDonationshttps://cash.app/$StateLineJay

As an experienced touring musician Remey Williams has had the opportunity to work with some of your favorite artists including Summer Walker and with the year shutting down shows, it’s been particularly rough on artists like himself. Listen in to our discussion as we talk about an array of things from his record “I’m Good”, his feelings on digital concerts, his relationship with his father and the importance of self love as a black man in America. I hope you enjoy this conversation with another artist you didn’t know you need to know. The music featured in this episode is a song titled “I’m Good” by Remey Williams Apple Music or Spotify Connect with Remey Williams: Follow her on Instagram HEREUEVERHEARDOF | Podcast | PlaylistArtists You Didn’t Know You Need To KnowFollow me: @statelinejay @ueverheardofAdd the UEVERHEARDOF: Quarantine Bae ListDonationshttps://cash.app/$StateLineJay

Long time friend of mine Inglewood Tip joins me this week to promote his latest project Execution 2, talk about the street life in Inglewood during his come up, a little bit of politics and more. Stream his record “Ladera Heights” available on Apple Music and SpotifyFollow Inglewood Tip: @stilltippin2Follow Me: @statelinejay @ueverheardofAre you an artist? Submit your music HEREUEVERHEARDOF | Podcast | PlaylistArtists You Didn’t Know You Need To KnowDonationshttps://cash.app/$StateLineJay

This conversation is definitely one for the books. STORRY is an amazing multifaceted artist out of Toronto, Canada that is sure to have your mind spinning. We had such an in depth, and intimate conversation about an array of deep topics from her ability to bounce back from an abusive relationship, to her battles as a woman in a misogynistic industry and even discussed how we value our time. I walked away from this discussion feeling smarter and enriched and I’m sure you will as well.  The music featured in this episode is a song titled “Worth” by STORRY featuring Episode 2 guest Thurz check it out on Apple Music or Spotify Connect with STORRY: Join her email list HERE Follow her on Instagram HERE Find her on Spotify or Apple Music Check out her claymation video for Up that she created with her friends HERE Storry’s 4 Play on Apple Music and Spotify UEVERHEARDOF | Podcast | Playlist Artists You Didn’t Know You Need To Know Follow me: @statelinejay @ueverheardofDonationshttps://cash.app/$StateLineJay

I had the pleasure of talking with one of my favorite new finds this year, Nyah Grace. Our conversation touched on numerous topics including, why she loves living in the UK, her experiences performing in coffee shops, her debut album Honey Colored and working with the legendary Corinne Bailey Rae Be sure to stream her song “Honey Coloured” available on Apple Music and Spotify. Follow Nyah Grace: @_nyahgraceFollow me: @statelinejay @ueverheardofAre you an artist? Submit your music HEREUEVERHEARDOF | Podcast | PlaylistArtists You Didn’t Know You Need To KnowDonationshttps://cash.app/$StateLineJay

The one and only Ashlee Brie Gillum joins me to discuss life in Atlanta as a creative, her ep Hard 2 Love, touring with Tyler Perry, finding her purpose and  what it means to reimagine the dream. Make sure to hit that subscribe button and leave a review letting me know what you think!*The music you hear is a song called “Passive” by Brie”Stream it on Apple Music or SpotifyFollow BrieUEVERHEARDOF | Podcast | PlaylistArtists You Didn’t Know You Need To KnowFollow me: @statelinejay @ueverheardofDonationshttps://cash.app/$StateLineJay

This week, Jay and Thurz had a good conversation about a range of topics including Inglewood culture, protecting your creative energy during the pandemic, how the music scene has changed and even touched on a little black history. *Music featured in this episode is by Thurz a song titled “Max’d Out” *Buy it HEREOR Stream it on Apple Music or SpotifyFollow Thurz on InstagramFollow Me @statelinejay on Instagram, Youtube, SoundCloud, Apple Music and SpotifyVisit the UEVERHEARDOF WebsiteDonationshttps://cash.app/$StateLineJay

This week’s episode features an amazing artist and musician by the name of Malia. Listen in as she shares her story with Jay. They touched on an variety of topics from writing records, staying inspired through tough times, taking a leap into your passion and how to find people to collaborate with along the way, including the amazing band The Internet whom she has worked with in the past. *Music featured in this episode is by Malia a song titled “Naked” off her EP Late Bloomer*Buy it HEREOR Stream it on Apple Music or SpotifyFollow Malia on InstagramFollow Me @statelinejay on Instagram, Youtube, SoundCloud, Apple Music and SpotifyVisit the UEVERHEARDOF WebsiteDonationshttps://cash.app/$StateLineJay