Episode 76: The New Wave of R&B w/ Jah Prester
04/20/25 • 43 min
My name is Ms. Cee Jones, and I help business owners showcase their brands and share their success stories to educate, inspire, and connect with audiences ready to support and grow with them. If you're ready to elevate your brand and make an impact, let’s work together to share your journey with the world! Discover exclusive digital tools designed to help you master the art of authentic storytelling, visit my Stan Store 👉🏾 https://stan.store/MsCJones.
This Sunday’s upcoming Girl, Get Up Podcast episode on April 20th, I welcome a rising R&B talent, Jah Prester. An independent artist from Queens, New York. Developing a love for music and dance by enjoying Michael Jackson on television with his dad while watching “Smooth Criminal,” Jah Prester, it is no wonder he naturally gravitated to the spotlight. Blending old-school R&B with new school hip-hop, Jah is carving a lane by musically sharing his authentic messages of love and romance in his music. Giving the Girl, Get Up audience his perspective on how icons like Chris Brown, Rihanna, Aaliyah, and many more drove his expression of movement and music, the lessons he's learned from love, and why staying true to your sound is more important than ever in today's opinion-driven music industry.
Key Interview Highlights:
📯The Michael Jackson Influence – Jah’s attempts to emulate the King of Pop as a youth
📯From School Halls to Recording Booths - Jah's first audiences were the girls at school
📯The Evolution of R&B: Hip-Hop Fusion - Maintaining authentic romance and emotional depth in evolving sound styles
📯The T-Pain Effect - The unexpected encouragement from established artist T-Pain
📯Navigating the Digital Landscape - Dealing with the opinionated nature of the music industry
📯Independence in the Industry - The freedom and challenges of being an independent artist
📯Community Over Competition - Learning from peer artists rather than competing with them
📯Mainstream Support for Independent Voices - Examples of established artists championing independents
Looking to connect with Jah Prester?
- Instagram: JahPresterr
Latest Projects
· LovenLust - LovenLust - Album by Jah Prester - Apple Music
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My name is Ms. Cee Jones, and I help business owners showcase their brands and share their success stories to educate, inspire, and connect with audiences ready to support and grow with them. If you're ready to elevate your brand and make an impact, let’s work together to share your journey with the world! Discover exclusive digital tools designed to help you master the art of authentic storytelling, visit my Stan Store 👉🏾 https://stan.store/MsCJones.
This Sunday’s upcoming Girl, Get Up Podcast episode on April 20th, I welcome a rising R&B talent, Jah Prester. An independent artist from Queens, New York. Developing a love for music and dance by enjoying Michael Jackson on television with his dad while watching “Smooth Criminal,” Jah Prester, it is no wonder he naturally gravitated to the spotlight. Blending old-school R&B with new school hip-hop, Jah is carving a lane by musically sharing his authentic messages of love and romance in his music. Giving the Girl, Get Up audience his perspective on how icons like Chris Brown, Rihanna, Aaliyah, and many more drove his expression of movement and music, the lessons he's learned from love, and why staying true to your sound is more important than ever in today's opinion-driven music industry.
Key Interview Highlights:
📯The Michael Jackson Influence – Jah’s attempts to emulate the King of Pop as a youth
📯From School Halls to Recording Booths - Jah's first audiences were the girls at school
📯The Evolution of R&B: Hip-Hop Fusion - Maintaining authentic romance and emotional depth in evolving sound styles
📯The T-Pain Effect - The unexpected encouragement from established artist T-Pain
📯Navigating the Digital Landscape - Dealing with the opinionated nature of the music industry
📯Independence in the Industry - The freedom and challenges of being an independent artist
📯Community Over Competition - Learning from peer artists rather than competing with them
📯Mainstream Support for Independent Voices - Examples of established artists championing independents
Looking to connect with Jah Prester?
- Instagram: JahPresterr
Latest Projects
· LovenLust - LovenLust - Album by Jah Prester - Apple Music
Are you an independent artist looking to create on a budget and need a community of creators to network with? Join Shock The Culture 👉🏾https://gumroad.com/a/968020243
With over 1M views on YouTube, they will surely show you how to achieve your own version of success!
Follow Girl, Get Up! on Instagram @ggu_podcast
Previous Episode
Episode 74: Going With The Motions of Music & Life w/ Bri Toria
My name is Ms. Cee Jones, and I help business owners showcase their brands and share their success stories to educate, inspire, and connect with audiences ready to support and grow with them. If you're ready to elevate your brand and make an impact, let’s work together to share your journey with the world! Discover exclusive digital tools designed to help you master the art of authentic storytelling, visit my Stan Store 👉🏾 https://stan.store/MsCJones.
In this dynamic episode of Girl, Get Up, I sit down with Bri Toria for an exclusive, high-frequency conversation you won’t want to miss! Bri Toria is a powerhouse singer, songwriter, lyricist, and owner of The Melanin Universe. She was gracious enough to share her journey through music, personal growth, and aligning with her purpose after trying to run from it. Coming from a rich musical lineage, Bri’s sound is an inspirational fusion of spirituality, hip-hop, and R&B, affectionately labeled as “healing R&B.” From her first single in 2022 to the release of her debut album Eye Am Isis in January 2025, Bri Toria’s journey is evidence that music isn’t just about sound—it’s about soul, impact, and transformation.
Key Takeaways from This Episode:
🎼Family Musical Roots - How family influences became the foundation of her musical journey
🎼Musical Style: A Unique Frequency - Exploring her distinctive blend of spirituality, hip hop, and R&B
🎼Balancing the Best & Worst of Social Media - Using platforms wisely while staying true to her artistry
🎼Emotional Alchemy in Music Creation - Transforming personal connections into powerful songs
🎼Empowering Women Through Music - Helping women build confidence and embrace their voices
🎼Accepting the Calling - Surrendering to the journey and embracing what comes with being an artist
Access the links below to learn more about Bri Toria, and let her music inspire your journey of self-discovery!
🎼Bri Toria on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@bri_toria
🎼Instagram: ToriaaBrii
🎼Latest Project Eye Am Isis: Eye Am Isis - Album by Bri Toria - Apple Music
🎼Website: https://themelaninuniverse.com/
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Are you an independent artist looking to create on a budget and need a community of creators to network with? Join Shock The Culture 👉🏾https://gumroad.com/a/968020243
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Next Episode
Episode 77: Beauty in the Mundane w/ Dennis & Tessa Cruz of DSTNCT Art Media
My name is Ms. Cee Jones, and I help business owners showcase their brands and share their success stories to educate, inspire, and connect with audiences ready to support and grow with them. If you're ready to elevate your brand and make an impact, let’s work together to share your journey with the world! Discover exclusive digital tools designed to help you master the art of authentic storytelling, visit my Stan Store 👉🏾 https://stan.store/MsCJones.
Get ready to tune into a conversation all about the grit, growth, and the grind behind building a business and a brand that is all about valuing the work. Tune in to the Girl, Get Up Podcast on Sunday, April 27th at 1 PM EST to meet this dynamic husband-and-wife duo, Dennis and Tessa Cruz of DSTNCT Art Media. Their story is one of resilience, reinvention, and artistic vision that took a turn due to the global upheaval of 2020. Originally from Canada, Dennis found himself starting anew in the United States during the pandemic. After marrying Tessa in 2021, they combined their unique talents in photography, art, fashion, and coaching to build a thriving art media company from the ground up. Their journey showcases how the ability to find beauty in unexpected places can lead you to something truly distinct if you only believe in your infinite possibilities. If you’ve become fearful at the thought of having to start your life over from scratch, this episode is for YOU.
Key Interview Highlights:
📸Dennis's Eye for Detail - Finding artistic inspiration in everyday objects and moments
📸Unexpected Career Paths - The moment their professional paths converged to create DSTNCT
📸Tessa's Love of Fashion - Rediscovering a lifelong passion for fashion in adulthood
📸The Art of Specialized Photography - Key differences between fitness and fashion photography explained
📸A Few Photography Tips for Solopreneurs – Photographing tips for capturing yourself or your products
📸Building Client Trust in Creative Work - Creating a comfortable environment for photoshoots
📸The Restart Button: Rebuilding From Scratch - Facing the mental health challenges of professional reinvention
📸Creative Business Marketing - Social media approaches that showcase their unique vision
📸Triumphing Through Adversity - Turning setbacks into opportunities for growth
To connect with Dennis & Tessa Cruz:
- Website: https://www.dstnctartmedia.com/
- Instagram: DSTNCTARTMEDIA
Shop Art: https://www.monochromatrix.com/
Follow Girl, Get Up! on Instagram @ggu_podcast
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