Bryant “Uncle Odis” Johnson is a seasoned serial entrepreneur, record label executive, producer and artist manager with over 25 years in the independent music industry. He is the founder of Cheeky-I Productions, an independent record label, and The Facilitator Firm, a media consulting and artist management company. As a pioneer of the indie soul music movement / genre in the late ’90s, Bryant coined the term “Indie Soul” and helped shape the independent soul music movement. With numerous accolades to his name, including Grammy wins / nominations, as well as Oscar and Emmy recognition for his clients, “ Uncle Odis “ has overseen the sale of millions of records and garnered international acclaim for his artists.
In the Midst of his 25th Anniversary in The Music business and coining the term Indie Soul Music. The Godfather of Indie Soul himself revamps his Music Business Podcast to Commemorate, Celebrate and Educate on the interesting and sometimes outrageous origins of his Label Cheeky-i Productions and The Indie Soul Music Movement.