Join Charlotte and Jasmin (p.k.a TĀLĀ) of Ellevate for a candid and necessary conversation about the current state of the UK's biggest music night. Following the recent nominations, the industry is asking: Why is the BRIT Awards still struggling to get R&B right?

In this episode, Charlotte and Jasmin dive into the glaring absence of artists like Odeal and Elmiene from the R&B category—two artists who had undeniably massive years, sold-out shows, and critical acclaim, yet were completely overlooked.

They tackle the uncomfortable questions the industry is whispering:

• The Identity Crisis: Why were artists who don't technically make R&B nominated over the very people leading the genre’s resurgence?
• Exclusion or Ignorance? Is the voting committee’s oversight a result of a deep-seated lack of understanding of the genre, or is there a more systemic issue of colourism at play?
• The "R&B" Label: How the industry’s broad-brush approach to "Black music" often erases pure R&B artists in favor of more "pop-leaning" alternatives.

This is a vital discussion on representation, the power of gatekeepers, and why the UK’s R&B scene deserves more than just a footnote in award season.

Listen now to explore:

• The fallout from the 2026 BRIT Award nominations and the R&B category snubs.
• Why artists like Odeal and Elmiene are essential to the culture—and why the BRITs missed them.
• The debate between systemic exclusion versus a simple lack of genre literacy among voting members.
• How we can fix the voting process to ensure actual R&B artists are recognized and celebrated.

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🎥 New Episode Alert: Did the music industry create a monster? ⚖️

Join Charlotte and Jasmin (p.k.a TĀLĀ) of Ellevate for an unfiltered discussion on the recent P. Diddy documentary and the systemic issues it has brought to light. This isn't just a conversation about one individual; it’s a deep dive into how the music industry's power structures allow—and often facilitate—dangerous behavior.

In this episode, Charlotte and Jasmin shift the focus away from the headlines to examine the infrastructure of the industry. They discuss how a culture of silence, extreme power imbalances, and the "protection of the brand" can create environments where abuse and exploitation go unchecked for decades.

They explore the uncomfortable questions:

• How does the pursuit of profit lead to the industry turning a blind eye to "open secrets"?
• In what ways do labels, managers, and peers become complicit through their silence?
• What are the mechanisms that allow a "monster" to be created and sustained by the very system meant to nurture art?

⚠️ Content Warning & Disclaimer

Please Note: This episode contains discussions of systemic abuse, exploitation, and sensitive themes related to the recent P. Diddy documentary. We discuss these topics to explore the infrastructure and power dynamics of the music industry. Listener discretion is advised.

If you or someone you know has been affected by any of the issues discussed in this episode, support is available. You can reach out to organizations such as Help Musicians (UK) or MusiCares (US), or contact your local support services.

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this episode are those of the hosts and guests and are based on publicly available information and personal experiences. They do not constitute legal advice or official findings. This discussion is intended for informational and educational purposes only.

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Join Charlotte and Jasmin (p.k.a TĀLĀ) of Ellevate as they answer your questions!

We put a call out to the community for questions we could answer on the pod and you didn't disappoint.

In this episode we answer the questions:

I've been invited to a writing camp and im not sure if i should go. What actually happens on a writing camp and what would i actually get out of it?

What are your thoughts on being labelled a female producer? Im a woman and also a producer and i dont know how i feel about it. Has it helped or harmed your career?

We share our opinions and personal experiences to answer your questions!

To submit questions for future episodes please email community@ellevate.studio with the subject line POD Q&A

Find out more about ellevate: https://ellevate.studio/ ellevate TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ellevate.studios ellevate Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ellevate.studios

Jasmin's Socials https://www.tiktok.com/@talatheduchess https://www.instagram.com/tala_official/?hl=en Find her on all streaming platforms by searching TĀLĀ

Charlotte's Socials https://www.instagram.com/charli_caleb/?hl=en https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlotte-caleb/