Grammy-nominated jazz pianist, R&B singer, and record producer Patrice Rushen shares her journey through the entertainment industry.

She offers wisdom about musical versatility, artistic growth, and prioritizing musical excellence over fame-seeking.

• Currently working on an orchestral commission for Juilliard Prep School and Interlochen while balancing performing and teaching

• Grew up in Los Angeles with diverse musical influences including jazz, Latin, gospel, and reggae

• Earth, Wind & Fire played at her high school prom just before they became famous

• Received formative advice from Quincy Jones: "If you want to be a composer, you're going to have to be really, really, really good"

• Seamlessly transitioned between roles as composer, performer, producer, and educator throughout career

• Her hit "Forget Me Nots" gained new audiences when sampled in "Men in Black" and George Michael's "Fast Love"

• Emphasizes the importance of apprenticeship and putting yourself in situations "where you're not the best one in the room"

• Believes technology should enhance music without sacrificing the human element or emotional connection

• Enjoys strong fanbase in the UK and Europe despite touring challenges in today's industry

Grammy-nominated jazz pianist, R&amp;B singer, and record producer Patrice Rushen shares her journey through the entertainment industry.
She offers wisdom about musical versatility, artistic growth, and prioritizing musical excellence over fame-seeking.
• Currently working on an orchestral commission for Juilliard Prep School and Interlochen while balancing performing and teaching 
• Grew up in Los Angeles with diverse musical influences including jazz, Latin, gospel, and reggae 
• Earth, Wind &amp; Fire played at her high school prom just before they became famous 
• Received formative advice from Quincy Jones: &quot;If you want to be a composer, you&apos;re going to have to be really, really, really good&quot; 
• Seamlessly transitioned between roles as composer, performer, producer, and educator throughout career 
• Her hit &quot;Forget Me Nots&quot; gained new audiences when sampled in &quot;Men in Black&quot; and George Michael&apos;s &quot;Fast Love&quot; 
• Emphasizes the importance of apprenticeship and putting yourself in situations &quot;where you&apos;re not the best one in the room&quot; 
• Believes technology should enhance music without sacrificing the human element or emotional connection 
• Enjoys strong fanbase in the UK and Europe despite touring challenges in today&apos;s industry

Nashville based veteran music producer Tony Mantor’s Almost Live… Nashville podcast takes its listener on a journey through the business of music and entertainment. Following the success and popularity of his top-rated podcast on Autism & Mental Health awareness - Why Not Me? - Mantor hosts thought-provoking conversations and behind-the-scenes stories from various celebrity guests from the world of music, television and entertainment. With more than 30 years as an accomplished music producer based in Nashville, Mantor welcomes a worldly guest list of musicians, actors and entertainers who share their unique stories about the roles they’ve played in creating and sustaining what we know as popular American culture. Conversations and stories that also give a deeper understanding on what it takes to achieve success in the entertainment industry for aspiring entertainers who are currently pursuing their own dreams of being a star someday. Whether listening for the entertainment or storytelling factor alone, or for tips on how his guests faced their life’s challenges, Almost Live… Nashville will have a story for anyone who has been a fan of popular culture in music, movies and television over the last few decades.

Nashville based veteran music producer Tony Mantor’s Almost Live… Nashville podcast takes its listener on a journey through the business of music and entertainment. Following the success and popularity of his top-rated podcast on Autism &amp; Mental Health awareness - Why Not Me? - Mantor hosts thought-provoking conversations and behind-the-scenes stories from various celebrity guests from the world of music, television and entertainment. With more than 30 years as an accomplished music producer based in Nashville, Mantor welcomes a worldly guest list of musicians, actors and entertainers who share their unique stories about the roles they’ve played in creating and sustaining what we know as popular American culture. Conversations and stories that also give a deeper understanding on what it takes to achieve success in the entertainment industry for aspiring entertainers who are currently pursuing their own dreams of being a star someday. Whether listening for the entertainment or storytelling factor alone, or for tips on how his guests faced their life’s challenges, Almost Live… Nashville will have a story for anyone who has been a fan of popular culture in music, movies and television over the last few decades.

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Patrice Rushen shares her artistic philosophy: Music comes first

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