EPISODE · May 8, 2026 · 1H 8M
Funky Dineva Returns! Gatekeeping R&B, Kandi Burruss Drama, & Why He Walked Away From $250K
from We Sound Crazy Podcast · host We Sound Crazy
Listen on your favorite podcast service: https://pods.to/wesoundcrazy Crazy Crew, join our We Sound Crazy list: https://wesoundcrazy.ffm.to/jointhewesoundcrazy-emailandsms.OYD Stream songs from the episode on our official We Sound Crazy playlists: https://lnkfi.re/8I8Drkfz Get ready for some high-octane commentary because Funky Dineva—the internet’s favorite "gatekeeper of the culture"—is officially back in the building with the We Sound Crazy crew. Known for his "unfiltered and spicy" takes that shift conversations and rattle industries, Dineva returns to join hosts Philionaire with Claude Kelly and Chuck Harmony of Louis York for another round of unapologetic dialogue. Whether he’s reminiscing about the viral "Chateau Sheree" video that launched his career or breaking down the nuances of why he’s officially "retired" from celebrating non-Black R&B singers, Dineva brings a level of raw honesty that reminds us all why his voice is essential in today’s media landscape. This reunion is a deep dive into the highs and lows of a decade-long career, covering everything from self-sabotage on national television to the "boss move" of walking away from a $250,000 gig to preserve his worth. The crew doesn’t just stick to the past; they look forward, drafting dream tours featuring legends like Luther Vandross and Regina Belle, and debating the merits of a TLC musical on Broadway. Now with that sad… hit that play button! We Sound Crazy is your backstage pass to all things music and culture. Special thanks to our We Sound Crazy team! Director: John Dierre Camera Op: Josh Sowemimo, Tony Cole, John Dierre Editor: Lamont Baldwin Producer: Aaron Walton, Lamont Baldwin Show Producer/Remixer: Michael "Roux" Johnson Assistant: Brittany Guydon Talent Producer: Isaac Hamm III Photography: Ah'meer Holt PA: Kaye Brasley, Sharondra Mealey Thank you to all of our listeners, as well as our partners at Visit Music City. Special thanks to Funky Dineva! Subscribe to We Sound Crazy on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and anywhere you get your favorite podcast. Follow We Sound Crazy on Social Media: ~ Facebook: https://wesoundcrazy.ffm.to/wscfacebook ~ Instagram: https://wesoundcrazy.ffm.to/wscinstagram ~ Twitter: https://wesoundcrazy.ffm.to/wsctwitter ~ TikTok: https://wesoundcrazy.ffm.to/wsctiktok Subscribe to We Sound Crazy on YouTube: https://wesoundcrazy.ffm.to/wscyoutube-subscribe Visit the official We Sound Crazy website: https://wesoundcrazy.ffm.to/officialwebsite #WeSoundCrazy #FunkyDineva Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Listen on your favorite podcast service: https://pods.to/wesoundcrazy Crazy Crew, join our We Sound Crazy list: https://wesoundcrazy.ffm.to/jointhewesoundcrazy-emailandsms.OYD Stream songs from the episode on our official We Sound Crazy playlists: https://lnkfi.re/8I8Drkfz Get ready for some high-octane commentary because Funky Dineva—the internet’s favorite "gatekeeper of the culture"—is officially back in the building with the We Sound Crazy crew. Known for his "unfiltered and spicy" takes that shift conversations and rattle industries, Dineva returns to join hosts Philionaire with Claude Kelly and Chuck Harmony of Louis York for another round of unapologetic dialogue. Whether he’s reminiscing about the viral "Chateau Sheree" video that launched his career or breaking down the nuances of why he’s officially "retired" from celebrating non-Black R&B singers, Dineva brings a level of raw honesty that reminds us all why his voice is essential in today’s media landscape. This reunion is a deep dive into the highs and lows of a decade-long career, covering everything from self-sabotage on national television to the "boss move" of walking away from a $250,000 gig to preserve his worth. The crew doesn’t just stick to the past; they look forward, drafting dream tours featuring legends like Luther Vandross and Regina Belle, and debating the merits of a TLC musical on Broadway. Now with that sad… hit that play button! We Sound Crazy is your backstage pass to all things music and culture. Special thanks to our We Sound Crazy team! Director: John Dierre Camera Op: Josh Sowemimo, Tony Cole, John Dierre Editor: Lamont Baldwin Producer: Aaron Walton, Lamont Baldwin Show Producer/Remixer: Michael "Roux" Johnson Assistant: Brittany Guydon Talent Producer: Isaac Hamm III Photography: Ah'meer Holt PA: Kaye Brasley, Sharondra Mealey Thank you to all of our listeners, as well as our partners at Visit Music City. Special thanks to Funky Dineva! Subscribe to We Sound Crazy on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and anywhere you get your favorite podcast. Follow We Sound Crazy on Social Media: ~ Facebook: https://wesoundcrazy.ffm.to/wscfacebook ~ Instagram: https://wesoundcrazy.ffm.to/wscinstagram ~ Twitter: https://wesoundcrazy.ffm.to/wsctwitter ~ TikTok: https://wesoundcrazy.ffm.to/wsctiktok Subscribe to We Sound Crazy on YouTube: https://wesoundcrazy.ffm.to/wscyoutube-subscribe Visit the official We Sound Crazy website: https://wesoundcrazy.ffm.to/officialwebsite #WeSoundCrazy #FunkyDineva Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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