EP104: "Amani Roberts Interview!"

Join me this week for my exciting interview with Amani Roberts! In this episode, Amani Roberts shares his journey from growing up in DC to becoming a DJ, music business professor, and author. He discusses his innovative programs that use music to teach leadership, resilience, and creativity, as well as his insights on branding, marketing, and the future of music industry careers. Amani and his work can all be explored at amaniexperience.com !   Chapters 00:00 Introduction and background of Amani Roberts 01:17 Amani's early influences and start in music 02:22 The Scratch Academy experience and training 04:08 Equipment and curriculum at Scratch Academy 06:46 Final exam and real-world DJ training 07:59 Virtual DJ platforms and authenticity 09:46 Virtual events during the pandemic 11:02 Speaking engagements and workshops 12:27 Music as a barrier breaker in team building 13:02 Overcoming corporate shell and engaging participants 13:45 Other speaking programs and frameworks 14:12 The framework of Resilient and Brilliant 15:07 Artist stories of reinvention and persistence 16:34 Writing and influence in the music industry 17:25 The freedom of royalty-free music and creative expression 18:39 Amani's books on R&B history and industry evolution 19:26 The rise and fall of physical media and music trends 20:44 Amani's connection to R&B and its future 22:36 The timelessness of R&B and its influence 25:02 Emulation and blueprint of successful artists 26:56 Future plans and growth of Amani Roberts 27:44 How to connect with Amani Roberts   Follow me for more royalty free music: https://timkulig.com/ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063945225723 https://www.patreon.com/timkulig https://www.instagram.com/timkuligfreemusic/ Tim Kulig \ timkulig.com