Detroit-born singer, songwriter, and producer Stefano Garrisi has been making his mark on Michigan's music scene since the mid-90s, proving that passion, talent, and determination don't come with an expiration date! With a sound that blends Pop, R&B, Latin, Dance, and Rock, Stefano has built an impressive career doing what he loves. From releasing his first independent single in 1996 to recording multiple albums and selling out some of Michigan's most recognized venues, including the Emerald Theatre, Freedom Hill, and Andiamo Celebrity Showroom, Stefano has continued to reinvent himself while staying true to his music. And he's not slowing down! Stefano is back in the studio working on his upcoming album, REBUILT, featuring his new singles "Not This Time" and "Give Me The Night," a high-energy dance anthem that'll get you moving! Stefano's story is a reminder for all of us that success isn't always about the destination. Sometimes it's about having the courage and passion to keep showing up, growing, and creating, and staying committed to your passion. Join us on RWR Podcast for Interview’s Beyond the Grit with Jackie, as we sit down with Stefano Garrisi to talk about his journey, the highs and lows of the music business, what keeps him inspired, and what’s next! And, we’ll get a sneak listen to one of his latest hits. A sure way to get you moving on a Saturday morning. 🎙️ LIVE SATURDAY AT 11 AM ON FACEBOOK! Come hear the story behind the music. You won't want to miss this one! www.afterburnrecords.com Tik Tok: @stefanogarrisimusic Instagram: StefanoGMusic

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Jennifer Kolis’s road to the Detroit music scene wasn’t exactly a straight path. She’s worked in business. She’s been a caregiver. She went back to school to help others. She battled ovarian cancer while her father and brother were facing cancer too. And along the way, life forced her to start over more than once. Then came Tuesday nights. What started as a weekly “date night” with herself at local open mics, a latte, dessert, some drawing and live music—slowly became something more. Jennifer started recording artists. Sharing their music. Introducing musicians to each other. Making connections. Bringing brownies and cookies. Giving out double hugs. And most importantly… making people feel like somebody noticed them. That eventually became Detroit Music Scene. In just six months, Jennifer has turned that simple idea into a growing platform connecting Detroit’s music community through artists, production, photography, videography, networking, branding and marketing. Her philosophy is simple: Musicians supporting musicians. Everybody gets stronger when we stop treating the person next to us like competition. And behind it all are words from her late mother that still guide her: “All I ask is that I leave an indelible mark on the hearts of those whom I have encountered.” Sometimes life takes you down a road you never expected and somehow leads you exactly where you’re supposed to be. Jennifer may jokingly say, “I have no idea what I’m doing. I’m just a girl who leads with her heart.” But maybe that’s exactly why it’s working. We’re excited to introduce you to Jennifer Kolis and Detroit Music Scene. Listen Live This Saturday on The Roadwork Records Podcast. 🎶❤️ To learn more: @DetroitMusicScene detroitmusicscene@gmail.com.

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A canceled guest spot turns into one of those classic Detroit mornings where the conversation goes everywhere you actually care about. We start with the real-life side of building a show: last-minute rescheduling, hitting a podcast mixer, walking up to strangers anyway, and why consistency is the only “algorithm” that never changes. Then we get into the party recap, the performances, and the kind of community support that still feels uniquely Detroit.

From there, we crank up the entertainment news: the latest Diddy headlines, what it means when a legal team wants out, and the never-ending cycle of celebrity image repair. We also break down the 2026 MTV VMAs from the Peacock Theater in LA, including Snoop’s hosting, Madonna sparking debate about aging and performance, and Taylor Swift’s run as a music video force behind the camera. If you follow pop culture, music industry news, or award show moments, you’ll have opinions by the time we’re done.

The heart of the show stays local, with stories we’re genuinely proud of: the Bluebird Inn restoration with the Detroit Sound Conservancy and the Capuchin Soup Kitchen transformation into Refettorio Detroit, a hospitality-focused dining space built to fight food insecurity with dignity. We round it out with Metro Detroit Halloween events, Detroit sports talk on Justin Verlander, the Red Wings, and the Lions, plus what we’re working on next in the studio and on upcoming bookings. Subscribe, share this with a Detroit friend, and leave us a review with the headline you want us to tackle next.

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