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https://youtu.be/rwSNRHUIQk4?si=UBFD8kE9doH1bewY The final installment of the Moving to Chicago series is here. As always it's been a wild month. We start off filming with Year 2087 and then I had to run and be a manager for Myah for Bars at the Bar. We also continue with the car troubles from last month. Luna had…
https://youtu.be/fe6_pproK4g?si=brnbVYnr_9ppsP6q This week we sit down with Epik1 who previously performed at the season four wrap party. We take a deep dive into his history and growth in the hip hop space. We start with a quote which encompasses his music and viewpoint on the craft. We also talk about the transition from Underpaid Productions…
https://youtu.be/idcYER-RuOY While Romel Chriss has waited many months to get on the Couch, and he was not ready for us to take a deep dive. We discuss his career starting over ten years ago with 'Fucked a bad bitch' up to his most recent songs 'Scat pack' and 'Bet it Up'. We go into some…
Masani Imani comes to us today currently in Cali after leaving Chicago. While she is California Dreaming she'll be back in Chicago soon as many of her roots are here. She is starting 2025 with a bang, first by visiting Melly's Couch and then announcing her big move. Now she is here to give the…
https://youtu.be/Ke3CBUsIa2E On the Season 5 premiere we sit down with the musician Masani Imani. The scene is small and we start by recounting an event that I was part of organizing and ended up in the back of one of her videos. As always we start from the beginning and we take it all back…
https://youtu.be/4wyJc88UBSU Let's talk about keeping your submission simple. This is often referred to as the K.I.S.S method. First up stick to one song or project and follow the website's guidelines. Stay on topic and don't include a bunch of extra information that is irrelevant to the topic. You should also be clear and concise on…
https://youtu.be/9aIUBS0JzqI When submitting music you want to ensure your music is new enough. New means something different to everyone. The key is to ensure it is new and relevant to you, your brand, the world and your fans. What do you guys consider new??
https://youtu.be/BYpbs5gBe8Y This week we talk about researching the website you're submitting to before sending an email. This is a very triggering topic for me apparently. Step one when researching is making sure your music matches the style of music the website. You should also ensure the location matches your target audience. Find out if they…
https://youtu.be/o7fY8w2SCH4 This week, let's discuss how your music submission is similar to an elevator pitch. First, I will explain what an elevator pitch is. You should focus on accomplishment, background and future goals. Next we apply the premise of an elevator pitch to crafting an email submission. The first step in applying the elevator pitch…
https://youtu.be/6ZaWQYEPYho It was a super long month with so many events happening including the wrap party for Melly's Couch. We also had the season finale and more people wanting to get on the Couch. The dating drama reached an all-time high which boiled over into the business aspect of things. December begins and that means…
https://youtu.be/nkgg62Oc0Y4 After a fourth successful season, we all came together for a wrap party for the ages. Many of the guests from this season put on their best performances of the year. It was an intimate gathering and the energy was through the roof. We also had a few special guests come in from Detroit…
https://youtu.be/I5I-OEmRO_Q While this may seem like a simple concept email titles is obviously something you need help with. I break down some tips and tricks you can implement to capture attention starting with being professional. You should also try to stand out with your email title. Show your personality and make it feel personal. When…
https://youtu.be/Ae_S0G0r6pw This week we have a duo who does their own thing but works together a lot. We have the artists Rey Ray & JayRocDaDon. While they haven't been in the industry for long they've been making waves on the scene. They've had back to back performances whether alone or together. One stand out was…
https://youtu.be/QW2fkpN4Yvg The Return of Melly's Couch would not have been possible without this week's guest. We have Lowski from The Lot podcast on the Couch to discuss the start of his pod, sponsorships, leaving a stable job to go all in, and his secret streaming life.
https://youtu.be/M2JCQ7VRXtk?si=rxxQXqBHonO_5PFD We've made it to month eight and I'm back on the balcony and with Dobby at my side. Things keep moving along with my career and start to get complicated in my love life. I also started changing up my look after ending a relationship. I'm still going to every show and doing all…
https://youtu.be/LfEr7Vi9fe4 When we say you never know who will show up to the Couch, we mean it. Today dreams come true as the legendary SamIam The MC sits down with Melly's Couch to discuss his long stemming career including being a freestyle/battle rapper, Hip Hop Curator, MC, S.A.K crew member, and 106 & Park's Freestyle…
https://youtu.be/Yowknarn1_s?si=awPhPw6TJq3q69nA This week we do things a little differently by traveling to a super top secret location to sit down with Double Ontendre. We start off with a quote that he uses often which touches base on how everything is created twice, first in the mind and then in real life. We're all one out…
https://youtu.be/O5kSpoeuWFY?si=CfkyERAeRTqs6Hed I visited 290 Moe earlier this year to discuss my career and the transition from Miami to Chicago after 20 years. I pretty much hated every minute in Miami and had been wanting to move back home for awhile and now I'm here and ready to take over the city. We delve into what…
https://youtu.be/t4UFMwNMkJk Dom Cee was meant to be the season premiere guest but he has such a busy schedule it took some time for him to get to the Couch. He flew in from Miami to bear all during this interview with Melly Starz. As his busy schedule requires he had to hop right back on…
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HJQA2pLpBZY This week Melly Starz fan girls as she gets to sit down with someone that she is a super fan of: Whimzi. She is an extremely talented producer, singer, songwriter and DJ. She is also a Tik Toker and head of CVNT Records. Per usual, the girls start at the beginning of Whimzi's career…
https://youtu.be/IE9yAfinMbo This may be a familiar face and that's because we previously sat down with Chill Bill at Midnite Club. This time our sit down went completely different because we dive deep into his musical background as a producer, rapper and video engineer. Melly Starz starts from the beginning which shocks Chill after the first…
https://youtu.be/k1YAP6QHXuk?si=arvorkfpTlFpX_3r We've made it to month seven of moving back to Chicago. Things are starting to get real as I have to decide whether I'll be staying here or moving back to Miami..... February is quickly approaching. Will Chicago prove to be the permanent move? Or will everything crash and burn? This month there was…
https://youtu.be/R9AyXJn6Moo This week we get to sit down with someone who is lowkey famous. He's a performer, producer and artist. This sit down we touch base with Roy French and go in depth about his career spanning nearly two decades. He discusses his time in Momma Boys, working with Lyrical Lemonade and performing at Summer…
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FRih-9oNkBE On another episode of Melly's Couch we sit down with someone who wears so many creative hats including rapper, producer, videographer, photographer, manager, CEO and so much more. Smokey Smothers has been in the industry for over 20 years. Music runs in the family since Big Smokey Smothers and Little Smokey are some of…