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Deeper Than Music Radio is hosted by founder music producer and recording artist Markivus Nious. The shows platform is a talk radio program offering insight into the story behind artists and personalities and what inspires them as artists. Guest featured includes international recording artists, songwriters, actors and producers.Become a supporter of this podcast: www.spreaker.com/podcast/... more

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What happens when an artist refuses to stay in one genre? Jamar Green, aka Black Bullet X, went from death metal to hip-hop—and his journey challenges the idea that musicians have to fit neatly into one box.On this episode of Deeper Than Music with M... more

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How do you chase your passion when life is completely full? 🤯 Join us for an inspiring conversation with author Shawniece Hall as she shares how she balances motherhood, a demanding career as a CNA, and her deep passion for writing.

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Dive deeper into the business, the hustle, and the soul of the music industry! 🎶 On this episode of Deeper Than Music with Markivus, we sit down with Nine Side—an incredible artist and engineer who made the massive leap from North Carolina to Chicag... more

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How do you take an iconic classic song and completely reinvent it? 🤔🎶 We sit down with award-winning artist and educator Carl Brister to look behind the curtain of his music creation process! In this deep dive, Carl shares the incredible inspiratio... more

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Jamar Green
Musician known as Black Bullet X
BLK (Black Bullet) / Realms
Episode: He Went From Death Metal to Hip-Hop — And Refused to Follow the Rules
Shawniece Hall
Author; CNA
Episode: Balancing Motherhood, a CNA Career, and Writing Novels | Author Shawniece Hall Interview
Nine Side
Recording artist from Raleigh, North Carolina; producer/engineer
Episode: Why This Indie Artist Refuses to Sell His Music Masters (The Nine Side Interview) 🎧
Carl Brister
Artist, educator, founder of Music Village
Music Village / Carl Brister Music
Episode: How Carl Brister reimagined a legendary classic! 🤯
Big Fit
A veteran hip-hop artist from South Carolina known for Southern Soul Boom Bap
I AM BIG FIT (artist)
Episode: Inside the SC Hip Hop Scene with I AM BIG FIT | Deeper Than Music Podcast
Julian Argo
Lyricist and producer from Charlotte, North Carolina
Independent artist based in Charlotte, NC
Episode: Inside Charlotte Hip Hop: How Julian Argo Blends Poetry & Gritty Beats 🎶
Dani Felt
Singer, entrepreneur, author of Becoming Unstoppable
Music Industry Mastery / Becoming Unstoppable
Episode: How to Become an Unstoppable Artist in Today’s Music Business with Dani Felt
JR. Vance
Country music singer and songwriter featured in the episode
Episode: Bringing Country Music Back Home with guest Country Music Singer J.R. Vance
Derrick Neal Spruill
Award-winning filmmaker-director, founder of Anomaly Media (formerly Forsake Media)
Anomaly Media
Episode: From VR to the Big Screen: Derrick Neil Spruill's Journey in Filmmaking

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Markivus Nious
Host of Deeper Than Music; founder, music producer and recording artist; host of the show

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 11 ratings
  • The show gives great insight on celebrities and up and coming talents, I enjoy listening to all of the podcasts.

    Audible
    5
    Kivus
    United States5 years ago
  • Awesome podcast

    The show gives great insight on celebrities and up and coming talents, I enjoy listening to all of the podcasts.

    Audible
    5
    Kivus
    United States5 years ago
  • ftu95032

    Wow I got what I was looking for

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    podcast 56
    United States6 years ago
  • A+

    I love that you get to take a step into the artists personal life. You get to see their motivations and why they choose to write and perform what they do. It’s like what everyone really wants to know about the music they’re listening to.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jazzy6711
    United States8 years ago

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He Went From Death Metal to Hip-Hop — And Refused to Follow the Rules
Q: Was there any experience with pushback when moving into a new genre?
Yes, there was consistent pushback and judgment when entering hip-hop from metal, but the guest emphasizes that persistence, networking, and continuing to release work help reduce barriers and validate the new style.
He Went From Death Metal to Hip-Hop — And Refused to Follow the Rules
Q: So you've seen the difference in the crowd and the fan base of metal to R&B and hip-hop. How does that experience differ in terms of music creation and reception?
The guest explains that crossing from metal to hip-hop involves overcoming stigma, but over time as more music and videos are released, the initial judgments fade and audiences begin to accept and engage with the new direction.
How Carl Brister reimagined a legendary classic! 🤯
Q: What is your legacy in music?
To leave a unique, true-to-self artistic fingerprint, remaining faithful to the path I was meant to walk and ensuring my music serves and inspires others.
How Carl Brister reimagined a legendary classic! 🤯
Q: What does the future look like for you—personal and professional?
I aim to tour in 2026-2027, perform live, release new music, and continue mentoring and nurturing the next generation of artists through education and community engagement.
How Carl Brister reimagined a legendary classic! 🤯
Q: Can you explain the role of Music Village and your educational work with young artists?
Music Village started from Love and Unity Fest in 2016, evolving into a nonprofit that brings artists from different genres together to entertain and educate communities, while also offering workshops and guidance on financial and mental health wellbeing for artists.

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This show centers on deep-dive conversations with artists, creators, and industry professionals about the stories, mindsets, and craft behind their work. Episodes commonly explore genre-crossing journeys, independent paths, branding and monetization for artists, and the evolving music and media industries. Listeners often get actionable insights on authenticity, resilience, and practical steps for building a sustainable career outside traditional label systems. Noteworthy are guests who blend artistry with education, entrepreneurship, and community impact, plus a clear emphasis on mentorship, mentorship-driven projects, and real-world experience over gloss. Potential listeners can expect candid storytelling, diverse perspectives across musi... more

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