Rob and Kristin return this week to talk about DVSN, all the R&B acts considered for the XXL Freshman cover, Big Sean/Jhené Aiko and sadly announce the end of the podcast.#DVSN #XXL #BigSean #JheneAiko #TheLastRLS

The NJOMZA Episode

Mar 9th, 2016 1h 3m

On this week's episode Rob and Kris welcome NJOMZA, a soulful singer signed to Mac Miller's REMember music label. NJOMZA tells us about her journey from the midwest to Los Angeles, how she met Mac, what it was like working with Skrillex and wh

The Ye Ali Episode

Mar 2nd, 2016 1h 11m

This week Ye Ali joins Rob and Kris to talk about his rise in music, making the move from Indiana to L.A., recording with Kirko Bangz and the origins of Traphouse Jodeci. #YEAli #TraphouseJodeci

The BJ The Chicago Kid Episode

Feb 24th, 2016 57m 31s

On this week's Red Light Special Rob and Kris welcome BJ The Chicago Kid to the show. The rising soul singer breaks down his musical journey thus far, working with everyone from Dave Hollister to Kanye West and Kendrick Lamar, he also tells t

The Grammy Family

Feb 18th, 2016 1h 23m

This week, Kris and Rob invite Jess aka MoBiggaa aka Petty Next Door to the show to talk about the 2016 Grammy Awards, how Lauryn Hill messed up and Sage The Gemini's IG post to Jordin Sparks. #Grammys #SageTheGemini #TheWeeknd #LaurynHill

The King Episode

Feb 8th, 2016 1h 3m

This week, Rob and Kris welcome King (sisters Paris and Amber Strother, and Anita Bias)! Together they break down their debut album "We Are King" and talk about the support they've gotten from Prince and Erykah Badu. King also talk about the

The Jeff Sledge Episode

Jan 27th, 2016 1h 47m

This week, Rob and Kris invite famed A&R and industry veteran Jeff Sledge to the Red Light Special. Together they talk about Jeff's time at JIVE Records and working with R. Kelly, Aaliyah, Chris Brown and T-Pain. The RLS crew also weigh in on J

The Jon Bellion Episode

Jan 13th, 2016 1h 1m

For the first episode of 2016, Rob and Kris sit with singer/songwriter/producer Jon Bellion. Jon tells us how he was discovered by Kara DioGuardi, signed to Visionary Music Group and how he ended up with writing credits on Eminem and Rihanna's

The Monica Episode

Dec 22nd, 2015 48m 9s

Monica joins Rob and Kristin on the last "Red Light Special" of 2015. She opens up about her new album "Code Red," her 20-plus year legacy, how R&B is in a state of emergency and working with Missy Elliott and Timbaland. Miss Thing also talks a

The Jacquees & "YMHH" Episode

Dec 16th, 2015 1h 19m

On this week's "Red Light" Cash Money singer Jacquees hooks up with Rob for a special out-of-the-studio interview, while the cast of Al Patron's "You, Me, Him & Her" meets Kris in the studio to talk about their film and crazy relationsh

Emanny And The Great Grammy Snubs

Dec 9th, 2015 1h 11m

During this week's show, singer Emanny joins Rob and Kris to talk about his new EP "Ms. 4:00 AM," being influenced by Michael Jackson, Joe Budden's long lost R&B bracket, why feet are disgusting, and the snubs at the 2016 Grammy nominations.

The Tim Vocals Episode

Dec 2nd, 2015 1h 9m

This week Harlem, NY singer Tim Vocals sits with Rob and Kris to talk about his new project "RNB," being locked up in jail and how hustling on the streets led him to a budding singing career.

The Tory Lanez Episode

Nov 25th, 2015 53m 23s

Tory Lanez joins Rob Markman on this episode to talk about his rise in music, the success of his single "Say It," and his crazy live show. #ToryLanez #SayIt

The Lipstick Gypsy Episode

Nov 18th, 2015 1h 4m

In this episode Rob and Kris welcome Lipstick Gypsy, LA Reid's new group signed to Epic Records. During the talk, LG producer Chris Liggio speaks on his background in hip-hop and the lost Jay Z track that he once produced. Singer, John Thomas t

The August Alsina Episode

Nov 9th, 2015 58m 23s

August Alsina joins "Red Light Special" this week and opens up to Rob and Kristin about why it's OK for men to cry, his new album "This Thing Called Life" and the controversy surrounding the concert performance where he felt on a fan's breasts.

The Dawn Richard Episode

Oct 29th, 2015 1h 4m

On this episode of "Red LIght Special" Rob and Kristin sit with Dawn Richard. Dawn talked about her start with Danity Kane, and her current feelings on the controversial group. She also opened up about her relationship with Puff Daddy and her t

The Bryson Tiller TRAPSOUL Episode

Oct 5th, 2015 41m 39s

Episode 18 of Red Light Special features rising R&B star Bryson Tiller, who's new mixtape T R A P S O U L has fans everywhere buzzing. Young Tiller opens up about his recording process, almost signing with Drake, being influenced by Omarion and

The Force MDs Episode

Sep 30th, 2015 1h 19m

On this week's episode of Red Light Special Stevie D and Khalil Lundy from The Force MDs join Rob and Kristin to explain the group's legacy in R&B and hip-hop.

The Kirby Maurier Episode

Sep 16th, 2015 1h 9m

On this week's Red Light Special, Kris gets caught in traffic and up and coming singer/songwriter Kirby Maurier talks about her independent grind on Valholla Entertainment, cheating on her college boyfriend and her new album "Doing The Most."

The Jake&Papa Episode

Sep 9th, 2015 58m 21s

This week Rob and Kris discuss Mack Wild's new single "Bonnie & Clyde" and took the Red Light Special to Spanish Harlem in New York to interview California R&B duo Jake&Papa. Together they discuss Jake and Pop's start in the group Bruth

The Tangina Stone Episode

Sep 2nd, 2015 1h 3m

Up and coming singer/songwriter Tangina Stone joins Red Light Special to talk about her single "Wasn't Love Cafe," her move from Ohio to New York and she also sang "Reasons" live in.

The Jaheim Episode

Aug 26th, 2015 1h 10m

Jaheim joins Rob and Kris to talk about his new single "Back In My Arms" and how he was influenced by the legendary Luther Vandross. He also talks about the time he spent locked up in prison and working with iconic producer Kay Gee. Jamie Wexle

Red Light Special Episode 12 - Naturi Naughton & DJ Benhameen

Aug 19th, 2015 1h 18m

This week Rob and Kristin speak to "Fan Bros" host DJ Benhameen and "Power" star Naturi Naughton. Naturi speaks on the shocking "Power" season finale, her role as Tasha St. Patrick, her come up as a singer in 3LW and future musical plans.

Red Light Special Episode 11 - Polly A

Aug 12th, 2015 1h 6m

In this week's episode Rob and Kristin sit with singer/songwriter Polly A and talk about her EP "Distorted Fairytales" and her experience writing "Crooked Smile" with J. Cole.