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The Uncle Odis Show

The Uncle Odis Show

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Bryant “Uncle Odis” Johnson is a seasoned serial entrepreneur, record label executive, producer and artist manager with over 25 years in the independent music industry. He is the founder of Cheeky-I Productions, an independent record label, and The Facilitator Firm, a media consulting and artist management company. As a pioneer of the indie soul music movement / genre in the late ’90s, Bryant coined the term “Indie Soul” and helped shape the independent soul music movement. With numerous accolades to his name, including Grammy wins / nominations, as well as Oscar and Emmy recognition for his clients, “ Uncle Odis “ has overseen the sale of millions of records and garnered international acclaim for his artists.

In the Midst of his 25th Anniversary in The Music business and coining the term Indie Soul Music. The Godfather of Indie Soul himself revamps his Music Business Podcast to Commemorate, Celebrate and Educate on the interesting and sometimes outrageous origins of his Label Cheeky-i Productions and The Indie Soul Music Movement.

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  • "Do Your Part " Episode 5 of 10 Part " Hacking Your Hustle Series "

    "Do Your Part " Episode 5 of 10 Part " Hacking Your Hustle Series "
    Sep 4 2019

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    ON THIS EPISODE OF " THE UNCLE ODIS SHOW " I AM DROPPING " Do Your Part " THE FIFTH INSTALLMENT OF MY NEW 10 PART / 10 MINUTE SERIES ENTITLED " HACKING YOUR HUSTLE " : UNCLE ODIS'S TOP 10 THINGS ARTIST NEED TO DO TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN TODAY'S DIGITAL AGE OF MUSIC.

    1. Get It in Writing
    2. Take Yo Time Get To Know Folk
    3. Don’t Spit Where You Sit
    4. What Haters
    5. Do Your Part

    If you Love Indie Soul Music, Neo-Soul or just plain Soul Music then this Podcast is for you. Every Week join Uncle Odis “ The God Father Of Indie Soul Music “ who Coined the term “ Indie Soul Music “ a little over 20 years ago when he first started his Record Label Cheeky-i Productions with Grammy Nominated Singer / Song Writer N’Dambi. Being A Serial Entrepreneur and 20 year Veteran of the Independent Music Business, Uncle Odis offers his keen business Insight and Chronicles his many years running his independent record label, Managing Artist Careers and moving The Culture forward.

    Along the way you will catch informative and Introspective Interviews he will have with Dynamic special guest that are at The Top of their game and Super Indie in their own right.



    www.theuncleodisshow.com

    www.indiesouldier.com

    www.cheekyi.com


    #indiesoul #indiesoulmusic #soulmusic #tipsthatlift #uncleodis #indiesouldier #indiesouldierbrand #rhythmandblues #musicbusiness #independentmusic #artist #management #theuncleodisshow #cheekyiproductions #music #podcast #soul #neosoul #ndambi #20yearsindiesoul #spotify #buzzsprout #stitcher #googleplay #management #itunespodcasts #podcasts #instagram #author #writer #10minutes #5 #doyourpart
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    8 mins
  • " What Hater's " Episode 4 of 10 Part " Hacking Your Hustle Series "

    " What Hater's " Episode 4 of 10 Part " Hacking Your Hustle Series "
    Aug 20 2019

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    ON THIS EPISODE OF " THE UNCLE ODIS SHOW " I AM DROPPING " What Haters ” THE FOURTH INSTALLMENT OF MY NEW 10 PART / 10 MINUTE SERIES ENTITLED " HACKING YOUR HUSTLE " : UNCLE ODIS'S TOP 10 THINGS ARTIST NEED TO DO TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN TODAY'S DIGITAL AGE OF MUSIC.


    1. Get It in Writing

    2. Take Yo Time Get To Know Folk

    3. Don’t Spit Where You Sit

    4. What Hater's



    If you Love Indie Soul Music, Neo-Soul or just plain Soul Music then this Podcast is for you. Every Week join Uncle Odis “ The God Father Of Indie Soul Music “ who Coined the term “ Indie Soul Music “ a little over 20 years ago when he first started his Record Label Cheeky-i Productions with Grammy Nominated Singer / Song Writer N’Dambi. Being a Business Man, Serial Entrepreneur and 20 year Veteran of the Independent Music Business, Uncle Odis offers his keen Personal and business Insight Powered by the Chronicles of his many Ventures years in Business, running his Indiependent Record Label, Managing Artist Careers and moving The Culture Forward.

    Along the way you will catch informative and Introspective Interviews he will have with Dynamic special guest that are at The Top of their game and Super Indie in their own right.


    www.theuncleodisshow.com

    www.indiesouldier.com

    www.cheekyi.com


    #indiesoul #indiesoulmusic #soulmusic #urban #uncleodis #rhythmandblues #musicbusiness #independentmusic #artist #management #theuncleodisshow #music #podcast #soul #neosoul #ndambi #love #erykahbadu #spotify #pandora #stitcher #googleplay #management #itunespodcasts #podcasts #instagram #author #writer #10minutes #4 #whathaters
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    9 mins
  • " Don't Spit Where You Sit " Episode 3 of 10 Part "Hacking Your Hustle Series "

    " Don't Spit Where You Sit " Episode 3 of 10 Part "Hacking Your Hustle Series "
    Aug 14 2019

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    “ Don’t Spit Where You Sit “

    ON THIS EPISODE OF " THE UNCLE ODIS SHOW " I AM DROPPING " Don’t Spit Where You Sit " THE THIRD INSTALLMENT OF MY NEW 10 PART / 10 MINUTE SERIES ENTITLED " HACKING YOUR HUSTLE " : UNCLE ODIS'S TOP 10 THINGS ARTIST NEED TO DO TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN TODAY'S DIGITAL AGE OF MUSIC.


    1. Get It in Writing

    2. Take Yo Time Get To Know Folk

    3. Don’t Spit Where You Sit



    If you Love Indie Soul Music, Neo-Soul or just plain Soul Music then this Podcast is for you. Every Week join Uncle Odis “ The God Father Of Indie Soul Music “ who Coined the term “ Indie Soul Music “ a little over 20 years ago when he first started his Record Label Cheeky-i Productions with Grammy Nominated Singer / Song Writer N’Dambi. Being A Serial Entrepreneur and 20 year Veteran of the Independent Music Business, Uncle Odis offers his keen business Insight and Chronicles his many years running his independent record label, Managing Artist Careers and moving The Culture forward.

    Along the way you will catch informative and Introspective Interviews he will have with Dynamic special guest that are at The Top of their game and Super Indie in their own right.


    www.theuncleodisshow.com

    www.indiesouldier.com

    www.cheekyi.com


    #indiesoul #indiesoulmusic #soulmusic #urban #uncleodis #rhythmandblues #musicbusiness #independentmusic #artist #management #theuncleodisshow #music #podcast #soul #neosoul #ndambi #love #erykahbadu #spotify #pandora #stitcher #googleplay #management #itunespodcasts #podcasts #instagram #cheekyiproductions #20yearsindiesoul #theuncleodisshow #uncleodis #blackstar #indiesouldierbrand #indiesouldier #author #writer #10minutes #3 #dontspitwhereyousit


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    7 mins
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