Ari Lennox Touring Artist Blanche J: SoulFunk & Indie Success

Описание: Featured Guest:
Blanche J - SoulFunk Artist, Psychology Masters (FAMU), #1 UK Soul Radio, Ari Lennox Tour Artist

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SoulFunk artist Blanche J (Ari Lennox tour, #1 UK Soul Radio) discusses how psychology shapes her songwriting, indie music success, and healing through R&B. This Florida A&M alumna with a psychology master's degree is redefining what it means to be an independent Black artist.
Blanche J isn't your typical R&B artist. With bachelor's and master's degrees in Psychology from Florida A&M University, she brings intellectual depth to every lyric. Her EP "voice memos b" hit #1 on UK Global Soul Radio. She's toured internationally with Grammy-nominated Ari Lennox. And she created an entire genre—SoulFunk—that blends healing, empowerment, and Black musical excellence.

This conversation explores the intersection of psychology and music, what it's really like touring with major artists like Ari Lennox, how to build an indie music career without label backing, and why Blanche calls weddings her "favorite" performances. From FAMU to international stages, from psychology research to chart-topping EPs, Blanche J represents the future of independent Black artistry.

What You'll Learn:

How Blanche J's psychology background (FAMU masters) influences her songwriting and artistry
The story behind "voice memos b" hitting #1 on UK Global Soul Radio
What SoulFunk really means—and why Blanche created the genre
Her experience touring internationally with Grammy-nominated Ari Lennox
How to build a sustainable indie music career as a Black artist
Why weddings are her favorite performances (and what that reveals about her artistry)
The role of Lalah Hathaway and other mentors in her creative journey
How music becomes a tool for healing, empowerment, and Black excellence
Practical advice for aspiring indie R&B and soul artists

This episode is for R&B and soul music lovers, aspiring indie artists building careers, Ari Lennox fans discovering new voices, FAMU alumni and HBCU supporters, psychology students interested in creative applications, Black creatives navigating the music industry, and anyone who believes healing and artistry can coexist. If you love authentic, soulful music with depth—Blanche J is your new favorite artist.

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TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 Introduction | Meet SoulFunk Artist Blanche J
03:05 Beautiful Instrument Inside | Psychology Meets Music
14:28 "Better Than Me" | The Story Behind the Song
30:00 Shout-Out to Ari Lennox | Touring with Grammy-Nominated Artists
39:35 Weddings Are My Favorite | Finding Joy in Intimate Performances
49:30 What "Making Black History Today" Means to an Indie Artist

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