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