Podcasts by Red Light Special

The Never Can Say Goodbye Episode from 2016-03-30T10:49:39

Rob and Kristin return this week to talk about DVSN, all the R&B acts considered for the XXL Freshman cover, Big Sean/Jhené Aiko and sadly announce the end of the podcast.

#DVSN #XX...

The NJOMZA Episode from 2016-03-09T11:49:49

On this week's episode Rob and Kris welcome NJOMZA, a soulful singer signed to Mac Miller's REMember music label. NJOMZA tells us about her journey from the midwest to Los Angeles, how she met M...

The Ye Ali Episode from 2016-03-02T15:09:17

This week Ye Ali joins Rob and Kris to talk about his rise in music, making the move from Indiana to L.A., recording with Kirko Bangz and the origins of Traphouse Jodeci.

#YEAli #Traph...

The BJ The Chicago Kid Episode from 2016-02-24T14:48:25

On this week's Red Light Special Rob and Kris welcome BJ The Chicago Kid to the show. The rising soul singer breaks down his musical journey thus far, working with everyone from Dave Hollister ...

The Grammy Family from 2016-02-18T16:31:29

This week, Kris and Rob invite Jess aka MoBiggaa aka Petty Next Door to the show to talk about the 2016 Grammy Awards, how Lauryn Hill messed up and Sage The Gemini's IG post to Jordin Sparks. ...

The King Episode from 2016-02-08T16:16:30

This week, Rob and Kris welcome King (sisters Paris and Amber Strother, and Anita Bias)! Together they break down their debut album "We Are King" and talk about the support they've gotten from P...

The Jeff Sledge Episode from 2016-01-27T15:09:53

This week, Rob and Kris invite famed A&R and industry veteran Jeff Sledge to the Red Light Special. Together they talk about Jeff's time at JIVE Records and working with R. Kelly, Aaliyah, C...

The Jon Bellion Episode from 2016-01-13T16:14:09

For the first episode of 2016, Rob and Kris sit with singer/songwriter/producer Jon Bellion. Jon tells us how he was discovered by Kara DioGuardi, signed to Visionary Music Group and how he ende...

The Monica Episode from 2015-12-22T15:24:51

Monica joins Rob and Kristin on the last "Red Light Special" of 2015. She opens up about her new album "Code Red," her 20-plus year legacy, how R&B is in a state of emergency and working wit...

The Jacquees&"YMHH"Episode from 2015-12-16T15:48:43

On this week's "Red Light" Cash Money singer Jacquees hooks up with Rob for a special out-of-the-studio interview, while the cast of Al Patron's "You, Me, Him & Her" meets Kris in the studio...

Emanny And The Great Grammy Snubs from 2015-12-09T16:43:17

During this week's show, singer Emanny joins Rob and Kris to talk about his new EP "Ms. 4:00 AM," being influenced by Michael Jackson, Joe Budden's long lost R&B bracket, why feet are disgus...

The Tim Vocals Episode from 2015-12-02T16:16:32

This week Harlem, NY singer Tim Vocals sits with Rob and Kris to talk about his new project "RNB," being locked up in jail and how hustling on the streets led him to a budding singing career.

The Tory Lanez Episode from 2015-11-25T15:33:28

Tory Lanez joins Rob Markman on this episode to talk about his rise in music, the success of his single "Say It," and his crazy live show. #ToryLanez #SayIt

The Lipstick Gypsy Episode from 2015-11-18T22:44:54

In this episode Rob and Kris welcome Lipstick Gypsy, LA Reid's new group signed to Epic Records. During the talk, LG producer Chris Liggio speaks on his background in hip-hop and the lost Jay Z ...

The August Alsina Episode from 2015-11-09T15:57:46

August Alsina joins "Red Light Special" this week and opens up to Rob and Kristin about why it's OK for men to cry, his new album "This Thing Called Life" and the controversy surrounding the con...

The Dawn Richard Episode from 2015-10-29T14:05:12

On this episode of "Red LIght Special" Rob and Kristin sit with Dawn Richard. Dawn talked about her start with Danity Kane, and her current feelings on the controversial group. She also opened u...

The Bryson Tiller TRAPSOUL Episode from 2015-10-05T11:28:36

Episode 18 of Red Light Special features rising R&B star Bryson Tiller, who's new mixtape T R A P S O U L has fans everywhere buzzing. Young Tiller opens up about his recording process, almo...

The Force MDs Episode from 2015-09-30T11:22:07

On this week's episode of Red Light Special Stevie D and Khalil Lundy from The Force MDs join Rob and Kristin to explain the group's legacy in R&B and hip-hop.

The Kirby Maurier Episode from 2015-09-16T16:13:30

On this week's Red Light Special, Kris gets caught in traffic and up and coming singer/songwriter Kirby Maurier talks about her independent grind on Valholla Entertainment, cheating on her colle...

The Jake&Papa Episode from 2015-09-09T14:04:40

This week Rob and Kris discuss Mack Wild's new single "Bonnie & Clyde" and took the Red Light Special to Spanish Harlem in New York to interview California R&B duo Jake&Papa. Togethe...

The Tangina Stone Episode from 2015-09-02T13:48:21

Up and coming singer/songwriter Tangina Stone joins Red Light Special to talk about her single "Wasn't Love Cafe," her move from Ohio to New York and she also sang "Reasons" live in.

The Jaheim Episode from 2015-08-26T13:48

Jaheim joins Rob and Kris to talk about his new single "Back In My Arms" and how he was influenced by the legendary Luther Vandross. He also talks about the time he spent locked up in prison and...

Red Light Special Episode 12 - Naturi Naughton&DJ Benhameen from 2015-08-19T13:57:44

This week Rob and Kristin speak to "Fan Bros" host DJ Benhameen and "Power" star Naturi Naughton. Naturi speaks on the shocking "Power" season finale, her role as Tasha St. Patrick, her come up ...

Red Light Special Episode 11 - Polly A from 2015-08-12T12:42:49

In this week's episode Rob and Kristin sit with singer/songwriter Polly A and talk about her EP "Distorted Fairytales" and her experience writing "Crooked Smile" with J. Cole.

Red Light Special Episode 10 - Bridget Kelly&Audrey Rose from 2015-08-05T13:00:02

On this week's episode Rob and Kristin sit with Bridget Kelly and upcoming singer Audrey Rose to discuss their respective projects.

Red Light Special - Episode 9 - Drake's Lyrics And Michael Jackson Vs. Prince from 2015-07-29T13:10:53

On this week's episode Rob and Kris invite Bizkit and S Whit to the show to discuss Drake's alleged ghostwriter and why hip-hop and R&B treat songwriters differently. We also debate Michael ...

Red Light Sepcial Episode 7 - Ryan Leslie from 2015-07-15T18:21:47

In this episode singer/songwriter, producer and rapper Ryan Leslie joins "Red Light Special" to talk about his new album MZRT, the unique way he's selling his music and why he's willing to give ...

The Red Light Special Episode 6 Salaam Remi&Rotimi from 2015-07-08T10:42:38

Rob and Kris examine Miguel versus Frank Ocean, speak to famed Amy Winehouse producer Salaam Remi and introduce the world to G-Unit's new R&B star Rotimi.

The Red Light Special - Episode 5 - Rich Nice from 2015-07-01T16:17:24

This week Rob and Kris recap the 2015 BET Awards, discuss Miguel's new album Wildheart and are joined by veteran producer and A&R Rich Nice. Listen as Rich shares stories about his work with...

Red Light Special Episode 4 - Eric Bellinger from 2015-06-24T14:19:18

Singer/songwriter Eric Bellinger joins RLS to talk about writing for Chris Brown and Justin Bieber, his Nicki Minaj controversy and his new album Cuffing Season. Rob and Kris weigh-in on Miguel'...

The Rico Love EP from 2015-06-03T19:11:32

In this week's episode of "Red Light Special" Rob and Kristin sit with singer/songwriter Rico Love to discuss the real life drama that influenced his debut album Turn the Lights On. Love also ta...

The Red Light Special Featuring Mack WIlds from 2015-05-27T15:51:30

In episode 1 of Red Light Special, Rob and Kristin invite Mack Wilds to the show to settle a fiery '90s R&B debate: Boyz II Men Vs. Jodeci. Listen, as the three argue their points. There can...