The Forte' Effect| DeVonese & DJ Ike Durty (TEP)

In this powerful debut episode of The Forté Effect — where technology, creativity, and the future of work meet culture, leadership, and entrepreneurship — host Forté sits down with Southern Soul artist DeVonese and producer, DJ, and entrepreneur DJ Ike Durty to talk about faith, music, business, and building a movement from the ground up.From church stages at age four to launching Turner Entertainment Productions (TEP), DeVonese shares her journey of staying authentic in an industry that often pressures artists to conform. DJ Ike Durty shares how he transitioned from DJ to manager, producer, and business partner, helping create opportunities for independent artists across the Southern Soul music scene.Together, they discuss:• The realities of breaking into the music industry as independent artists• Building Turner Entertainment Productions to support emerging talent• Bringing major entertainment back to small hometown communities• The power of consistency, authenticity, and grassroots promotion• How technology is reshaping music, branding, and artist independence• Upcoming projects including new music, TEP Radio, and entertainment productionsThis episode is about more than music — it’s about legacy, partnership, entrepreneurship, and creating opportunity where it didn’t exist before. DeVonese delivers a special acappella moment you don’t want to miss.Connect with the Guests:Follow DeVonese & DJ Ike Durty on social media for music releases, tour dates, and entertainment updates.About The Forté Effect:The Forté Effect explores powerful life journeys through the intersection of technology, creativity, leadership, culture, and the future of work, highlighting voices who are building legacy, influence, and community impact#TheForteEffect #SouthernSoul #IndependentArtists #FutureOfWork #CreativeEntrepreneurship #PodcastLaunch #BlackCreators #MeetInstructorForte'