Mya Reflects on 25 Years In Music, Her Journey: From Major Label to Independent Artist and Evolution of R&B

This week, Can We Talk R&B welcomes a true icon: Multi-Platinum Selling/ Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter, dancer, and all-around powerhouse Mya! Get ready for a deep dive into the evolution of R&B, from Mya's early days to the current landscape. Mya reflects on the 25th anniversary of her iconic self-titled album, ‘Mya’. She shares the keys to navigating the music industry, and the exciting new music she is gearing up to release without the major label backing. Mya also shares her thoughts on the changing musical climate, the pressures of maintaining a social media presence, and the secrets to staying relevant in the game. Plus, you won't want to miss her insider stories about legendary moments with Michael Jackson and Prince!

This is more than just an interview - it's a conversation with a legend who continues to inspire. Don't miss Can We Talk R&B with Mya, a celebration of artistry, resilience, and the enduring power of R&B!

0:00 - 3:00 Intro

3:00 - 4:35 What got you into music?  

4:35 - 5:10 Why R&B? 

5:10 - 6:20 Where are you pulling from when writing? 

6:20 - 7:00 Growing up in the Church

7:00 - 9:00 How does impacting people through music make you feel?

9:00 - 10:50 Being in an era where music has gone digital 

10:50 - 12:29 Digital versus physical album copies 

12:29 - 15:30 How do you feel about major labels vs being independent 

15:30 - 16:00 Being R&B on a Hiphop/Rock label

16:00 - 17:55 What was that experience like? 

17:55 - 19:20 How important is your team, being independent? 

19:20 - 21:20 Do you think about how your career has changed? 

21:20 - 21:40 Can you talk about some humbling experience throughout your career? 

21:40 - 22:58 Getting a phone call from Michael Jackson

22:58 - 23:40 Having empowering conversations with music icons 

23:40 - 25:40 What was it like for Prince to be a mentor to you? 

25:40 - 26:21 Prince at Essence Festival

26:21 - 28:18 What are some things that you are most proud of?

28:18 - 29:12 Do you still love it? 

29:12 - 29:54 Reflecting on your younger self  

29:54 - 31:08 Do you have artist that reach out to you?

31:08 - 34:31 How has the business changing affected you? 

34:31 - 35:30 Streaming platforms and selling numbers  

35:30 - 36:30 What is your experience like touring? 

36:30 - 37:22 Taking care of self while being a touring artist

37:22 - 38:24 Girls Dem Sugar with Beanie Man and Lie Detector 

38:24 - 39:30 What can we expect in the future? 

39:30 - 39:53 Any cool collaborations coming up? 

39:53 - 41:52 Who inspires you right now in music?

42:52 - 43:50 Why did you decide to be on a vegan diet? 

43:50 - 45:40 How long have you been vegan? 

45:40 - 47:04 When can we expect the new project? 

47:04 - 49:29 Being an artist for 25 years 

49:29 - 49:47 End 

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