Brownstone Media Group Presents: View From The Stoop

Welcome back, family! This week we have a special guest who we're so happy to introduce to you. This special young woman has toured the world singing with or opening for some of the biggest names in the history of music. Artists like Duran Duran, Bell Biv Devoe, Nicki Minaj, Justin Timberlake, Jennifer Lopez, John Legend, Ciara, Chaka Khan, Pharrell Williams, Stevie Wonder and Janet Jackson. Erin Stevenson has supported some of the best and has now stepped from the background and is preparing to unleash her infectious sound and talented songwriting upon the world. We are so proud to be part of her journey and we know that you will enjoy her story and her advice. Take a listen and then check her out on her website erinstevensonmusic.com, and on Instagram @erinstevenson.

Welcome back family! This week's guest has become an instant favorite here at Brownstone. Engaging, intelligent and talented hip hop artist Jus has seen both sides of the entertainment industry. He stopped by the stoop and shared his journey through the highs and lows of hip hop. Through it all he has maintained his upbeat attitude. We're so happy that he is here to tell his story and we can't wait to share it with you. Check it out and make sure that you check us out on the website at ViewFromTheStoop.com.

Welcome back family! There are few things in life as universal as music. And we take every opportunity we can to highlight and speak with the people that bring us the soundtracks of our lives both in front of and behind the scenes. This week's guest produced one of the biggest songs of the last few years. J. Howard is the producer behind Wale's "Lotus Flower Bomb" and we had the chance to pick his brain about production, the state of the industry, where he came from and his vision for helping the next generation of artists. Take a listen and as always let us know what you think.  Visit us on the website!

Welcome back, family! This week's podcast features an amazing artist from Los Angeles who has drawn inspiration from one of the most talented, influential and often overlooked actors of the last century. Austen Jaye has written, produced and stars in an awesome one-man show that highlights the life and journey of Harry Belafonte. As Austen points out Harry Belafonte was an inspiration to so many people in both the entertainment world as well as being a force for social change. We're glad to bring to our family our conversation with Austen and hope that you will be as enlightened by it as we were. Have a listen and then check out Austen on Twitter at @austenjaye and his one-man show at www.belafonteunauthorized.com. And, check us out on IG: @brownstonemg and on the web at brownstonemag.com, viewfromthestoop.com, and brownstonemg.blogspot.com. Let's Go!

Welcome Back, Family! We're proud to bring in 2017 with Television and Stage producer, Randolph Sturrup. Randolph has had a hand in some of pop culture’s biggest moments over the last two decades and has now brought his unique vision to the AspireTV network. With his new show "The Graduates," Randolph is showcasing young black entrepreneurs and businessmen and women in the tough environment of New York City. All graduates of HBCU's he and the cast tackle some of today's biggest issues. We're sure that you are going to love the time he spent with us and we're happy to call him a member of the family!   Check us out at the website!

Welcome back, family! 2016 has been a year of firsts and lasts in the entertainment industry. This year saw the launch of the View From The Stoop Podcast and we can't thank you, our family, enough for the support that you have given us all year long. We promise that we are going to stay committed to bringing you the best content and conversations that we can in the coming year! This week will be no exception. Lisa Smedley is one of the most influential people that we have ever had the pleasure of speaking with. As a stylist and consultant, she helped shape the fashion of an entire generation. She has worked with names such as Chuckii Booker, Whitney Houston, Color Me Badd, Bell Biv Devoe and so many more! We think that her insight into what it takes to be successful and have longevity in this industry will be very enlightening and we are excited to welcome her to the family!   Check us out on the website for more exclusive content and to be part of the family!

Welcome back, family! This week's guest was an instant favorite at Brownstone. As self-professed "baby foodies" we love to speak to chefs and food entrepreneurs. This episode we are pleased to bring you a shining star in the DC culinary world. Katy Chang and her food incubator & popuppery, Eatsplace are doing their part to help bring new flavors and experiences to the people of our Nation's Capitol. Join us as we talk about how she got started, the new and exciting culinary treats arriving in the District, and a hidden DC treat that's both delicious and hard to explain. She'll also tell us about her plans to expand the Eatsplace empire with a new location coming to Northern Virginia. So without any more waiting Let's Go!     Check out Eatsplace   And as always check us out at Viewfromthestoop.com

Welcome back, family! This week we are pleased to bring you one of Brownstone's favorite artist! Urban Mystic has one of the most uniquely soulful voices in the R&B world. We are so glad that he decided to bless us with his time and his journey. He took the time out to talk with us about his career and his record label. We also learned about his mission to keep soul music alive. Without a doubt one of the most authentic and down to earth artists in the game we're pleased to welcome Urban Mystic to the family! We're glad that Urban Mystic stopped by the stoop to chat with us.  Don't forget to check out his new project on Soundcloud: Ghetto R&B.  And check us out at ViewFromTheStoop.com.   So, let's go!

Welcome Back, Family!   This week we want to spotlight one of our favorite people.  Essynce Moore is an entrepreneur who at the tender age of 10 launched a fashion empire.  But not to be outdone Essynce is also an author, public speaker, and an actress.  Having done more in her young life than most people do in 40 years, Essynce is sure to inspire you with her positivity and drive.    Let's go!

Welcome back, family! This week I'm excited to bring you an artist from California who is inspiring and challenging minds. Every painting that J. Taylor creates is a masterpiece both visually and intellectually. We're delighted that he took the time out of his busy schedule to talk with us about creativity, art in schools, and the responsibilities that artists of all genres have to the public. I'm sure you'll love this one as much as we do. So, let's go!

Welcome back, family! This week's guest is someone that we're proud to call a member of our family. This pioneering hip-hop artist stopped by to share with us his tales of life in front of and behind the scenes. Positive K has been there since the earliest days of rap and has spawned hits and helped build careers throughout his decade-spanning career. With a current song on the charts, he stopped by the stoop to share with us his journey and we couldn't be happier.  Let's Go!

Welcome Back, Family! This week's guest has been a part of some of the hottest movies of the last two decades.  Brian Badie has been the Stylist and Department Head on movies such as Eve's Bayou, I am Legend and Miracle at St. Anna.  He has also been a part of two of the hottest shows of the last year Power and Underground.  We are happy to welcome Brian to our family and we're sure you're going to love hearing about his journey to success.   Let's Go!

Welcome back, family! This week's guest is someone who has an amazing story of triumph over adversity and who we are sure will help to inspire you to go after your dreams. Chrishon Lampley is best known for her innovative wine company but you'll love to hear about how she has diversified her influence with her own cigar and candle lines. And on top of all that, she's a blogger and broadcaster. This amazing woman was an absolute delight to speak with and so without any further ado...Let's go!   Visit LoveCorkScrew.com

Welcome back, family! As you know each month we choose a 90s artist to celebrate. Well, this week we had the distinct pleasure of actually speaking with one of our selected artists. Treston Irby of Hi-Five stopped by the stoop to discussing the legendary group and his time in the music business. We're sure that you are going to love listening to this one as much as we enjoyed talking with one of the great artists of the 90's. Without any further ado, let's go!

Welcome back, family! We have a short one but a good one for our listeners this week.  The guests just keep on coming and we really appreciate all you guys' support.  This week we had the pleasure of speaking with actor and singer Darius McCrary!  Darius took some time out of his busy schedule to talk with us about his career and his role as Gerald Levert in the upcoming TV ONE film "Love Under New Management: The Miki Howard Story."  The movie airs Sunday, June 12th and we want everyone to tune in!

Welcome back, family! This week's guest honors us with his participation on the podcast. A trailblazer of both television and film, Reginald T. Dorsey has been gracing screens for well over 30 years. As an actor, producer, social activist, and true life cowboy Reginald has been setting a standard for African American actors that is undeniable. We are so excited to be able to bring his words to you this week and we know you'll enjoy this one!

Welcome back, family! This weeks guest is one of the hardest working men in the business. With roles in some of the most influential films in the last 30 years, Kareem Grimes has become recognizable instantly to fans. This week he joins us and talks about the realities of being a working actor of color in the business, his first big break and what the future holds for one of the best young actors in the game. We know you're going to enjoy this one. So let's go!   Check out Kareem's IMDB page!

Welcome back, family! This week we have a very special guest Alyson Fouse. This amazing woman has written for some of the funniest shows and movies in the last twenty-five years and has been a trailblazer for women in media. In addition to working with multiple generations of the Wayans family, Wanda Sykes, Mike Epps and others she has also written for hit movie franchises including Bring It On and Scary Movie. Alyson is not only one of the funniest guests we've had but her take on age and gender in the entertainment business is sure to make you think. We can't wait for you to hear what she has to say!

The first episode of View From The Stoop features the legendary producer Chucky Thompson!  The man responsible for so many classics (Ready To Die, Life After Death, My Life and so many more) graces us with his wit and wisdom and we couldn't be more excited!