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Episode 111 | Oblé Reed Talks Seattle Rap Scene, New "Line Leaders Album," Why Rollouts Still Matter + More

Episode 111 | Oblé Reed Talks Seattle Rap Scene, New "Line Leaders Album," Why Rollouts Still Matter + More

Update: 2025-08-06
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In this episode of the SoundCentric Podcast, host Adam Dash talks with Oblé Reed, a rising star in the Seattle hip-hop scene, discussing the resurgence of album rollouts, the importance of promotion, and the collaborative nature of his latest project "Line Leaders" wich featuring 18 artists. Oblé shares insights on vocal layering, the significance of visuals in music, and the challenges of being an independent artist. The conversation also highlights the importance of community and the role of manifestation in achieving creative goals.


 


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00:00:40 Intro – Welcome Oblé Reed & Album Overview  

00:01:31 Rollouts Are Back: Why Narrative Matters in Hip-Hop  

00:02:40 Promote Your Art Like You Mean It  

00:03:19 How Jordan Ward Inspired Oblé's Live Show Philosophy  

00:04:26 Why Oblé Chose Collaboration Over Competition  

00:06:59 Putting Seattle and His Peers on the Map  

00:09:20 Rap Like You Mean It – How Line Leaders Raised the Bar  

00:10:42 Oblé’s Vocal Layering Secret Sauce  

00:12:41 How Visuals Bring Oblé's Music to Life  

00:16:20 The Insane Story Behind the 'Aim High' Video Shoot  

00:18:56 Passing the Blunt to Himself – Hometown Hero BTS  

00:21:55 Oblé’s Favorite Music Videos & Inspirations  

00:28:49 Rapid-Fire Descriptions of All 18 Features on Line Leaders  

00:41:36 Minivan: The Bar-Filled Track Born From Frustration  

00:43:47 Defining the Seattle Sound and Why It Matters  

00:47:10 Tiny Desk Audition and the Power of Musicianship  

00:48:26 The Emotional Reality of Being an Independent Artist  

00:50:53 Manifestation Isn’t Magic, It’s Action  

00:52:49 The Importance of Going Outside & Building Community  

00:54:40 Final Message: Protect the Youth, Build Unity  

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Episode 111 | Oblé Reed Talks Seattle Rap Scene, New "Line Leaders Album," Why Rollouts Still Matter + More

Episode 111 | Oblé Reed Talks Seattle Rap Scene, New "Line Leaders Album," Why Rollouts Still Matter + More

Adam Dash