In this episode of Sid55 Live, Sid55 and Ray Ray sit down with DJ Pat Boom, president of BoomzBeatz Multimediaand creator of BOOMZ-TV, to talk about ownership, media power, and building platforms for independent creators.

From DJ to filmmaker, network owner, and cultural curator, DJ Pat Boom shares how he built a multimedia ecosystem producing music, films, live events, and streaming content designed to spotlight independent artists worldwide. We also discuss his feature film Blood on the Turntables, his mission to give artists ownership over their distribution, and what it really takes to move from performer to platform owner.

🏆 DJ Pat Boom has also been nominated in 5 categories at the Midwest Talent Awards, including:

• Male Artist of the Year
• Video of the Year (Blood on the Mixtape)
• Midwest Music Contributor Award
• Lifetime Achievement Award
• Best DJ of the Year

🔥 In this episode, we cover:

• Building BoomzBeatz Multimedia from the ground up
• Creating and launching BOOMZ-TV
• Filmmaking and independent media ownership
• Why artists must control their own distribution
• Turning entrepreneurship into cultural impact
• What’s next for BoomzBeatz Multimedia

🎬 Also mentioned in this episode:

• Dem Grannies: Soul on the Road (film updates)
• Spring Fling 2026 – Sid55 is taking YOU with him 🌴
• Sid55 – The Next Episode (album coming 2026)
• 🌐 Visit Sid55.com for updates, exclusives, and more

👉 LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and SHARE if you believe in independent ownership, media power, and building your own platform.

💡 Artists don’t just need stages — they need ownership.

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n this special episode of Sid55 Live, Sid55 and Ray Ray sit down with Mel Showers, the owner and visionary behind Spring Fling, to talk about the culture, the business, and the energy behind one of Southern Soul’s biggest events.

Mel breaks down how Spring Fling started, what it takes to build and sustain a large-scale festival, and why this event has become a must-attend experience for artists and fans alike. We get into the real work behind the scenes—from planning and logistics to artist selection, partnerships, and protecting the culture as the event continues to grow.

🔥 In this episode, we cover:

• The origin and vision of Spring Fling
• The business side of running a major festival
• Artist curation and fan experience
• What makes Spring Fling a cultural movement
• What to expect from Spring Fling 2026

🎬 Also mentioned in this episode:

• Dem Grannies: Soul on the Road (film updates)
• Spring Fling 2026 – Sid55 is taking YOU with him 🌴
• Sid55 – The Next Episode (album coming 2026)
• 🌐 Visit Sid55.com for updates, exclusives, and behind-the-scenes content

👉 LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and SHARE if you rock with Southern Soul culture, independent events, and real conversations from the people building it.

🎶 Spring Fling isn’t just a party — it’s a culture.

#Sid55Live #SpringFling2026 #MelShowers #SouthernSoul #FestivalCulture #BlackEntrepreneurs #Sid55Multimedia

In this episode of Sid55 Live, Sid55 and Ray Ray sit down with Chantel Taylor, owner and visionary behind The Legacy Magazine MS. This is a must-watch conversation about boss moves, big vision, and building a legacy that lasts.

Chantel opens up about her journey from Detroit to New Orleans, and ultimately to Jackson, Mississippi after Hurricane Katrina—sharing how resilience, motherhood, faith, and perseverance shaped her path. She talks candidly about raising three sons, overcoming major health challenges, and still finding the strength to build a media platform that uplifts creatives, entrepreneurs, and changemakers across Mississippi.

We dive into how The Legacy Magazine MS became more than a publication—it’s a movement—and why telling overlooked stories matters now more than ever. From mentorship and podcasting to community advocacy, Chantel breaks down what it really means to build with purpose.

🔥 In this episode, we cover:

• Turning media into a movement
• Resilience, leadership, and purpose
• Building legacy-focused platforms
• Elevating local creatives and entrepreneurs
• Mentorship, advocacy, and community impact
• What’s next for Chantel Taylor and The Legacy Magazine MS

🎬 Also mentioned in this episode:

• Dem Grannies: Soul on the Road (film updates)
• Spring Fling 2026 – Sid55 is taking YOU with him 🌴
• Sid55 – The Next Episode (album coming 2026)
• 🌐 Visit Sid55.com for updates, exclusives, and to follow the journey

👉 LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and SHARE if you’re inspired by real stories, independent media, and legacy-building conversations.

💡 Legacy isn’t what you say—it’s what you build and who you uplift along the way.

#Sid55Live #LegacyInMotion #ChantelTaylor #LegacyMagazineMS #BlackMedia #WomenInMedia #Entrepreneurship #CommunityImpact #SpringFling2026

In this episode of Sid55 Live, Sid55 and Ray Ray sit down with Southern Soul artist Ms Gator, bringing raw Delta energy, deep soul, and real-life storytelling to the table.

Born and raised in the Delta of Alligator, Mississippi, Ms Gator breaks down how farmland living, country values, and growing up in the Church of Christ—where singing was strictly a cappella—shaped her ear for melody, harmony, and rhythm. That foundation became the backbone of her songwriting style, rooted in soul, blues, truth, and lived experience.

We talk about her breakout single “Country Girls Love to Party,” why celebration and family cookouts are at the heart of Southern culture, and how that energy is now turning into a brand-new line dance video. Ms Gator also opens up about sharing stages with artists like 803 Fresh, Tonio Armani, Clovis Wright, and Breeze MrDo2Much, and the influence of soul legends who inspired her sound.

🔥 In this episode, we cover:

• Growing up in the Mississippi Delta
• Church roots and learning music without instruments
• Turning real life into soul & blues storytelling
• “Country Girls Love to Party” and Southern celebration culture
• Her new single “Can’t Tell You Nothing” (out January 30 on all platforms)
• What’s next, including “Riding Feels So Good”

🎬 Also mentioned in this episode:

• Dem Grannies: Soul on the Road (film updates)
• Spring Fling 2026 – Sid55 is taking YOU with him 🌴
• Sid55 – The Next Episode (album coming 2026)
• 🌐 Visit Sid55.com for updates, exclusives, and to follow the journey

👉 LIKE, COMMENT, SUBSCRIBE, and SHARE if you rock with authentic Southern Soul and real conversations.

🎶 Southern Soul is lived, not manufactured.

#Sid55Live #MsGator #SouthernSoul #MississippiDelta #CountryGirlsLoveToParty #CantTellYouNothing #SoulMusic #IndieArtist #SpringFling2026

In this powerful episode of Sid55 Live, Sid55 and Ray Ray sit down with Southern Soul’s own Jinda Harris, affectionately known as The Lady Songbird. 💫

Jinda opens up about her journey in Southern Soul, the meaning behind her nickname, and how using her voice goes far beyond music. We dive into community, culture, and the responsibility that comes with being a trusted voice in the scene.

We also talk about her podcast, Soul 2 Soul Sid Down, which drops every Thursday, and why real conversations matter just as much as the music.

🔥 In this episode, we cover:

• The origin of The Lady Songbird
• Southern Soul culture & community building
• Podcasting as a platform for truth and connection
• Women’s voices in Southern Soul
• Protecting the culture as it grows
• What’s next for Jinda Harris

🎬 Also mentioned in this episode:

• Dem Grannies: Soul on the Road (film updates)
• Spring Fling 2026 – Sid55 is taking YOU with him 🌴
• Sid55 – The Next Episode (album coming 2026)
• 🌐 Visit Sid55.com for updates, exclusives, and to follow the journey

👉 Don’t forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and SHARE if you’re rocking with Southern Soul culture and real conversations.

🎶 Southern Soul is more than music — it’s people, connection, and culture.

#Sid55Live #TheLadySongbird #JindaHarris #SouthernSoul #Soul2Soul #PodcastCulture #BlackMedia #IndieMedia #DemGrannies #SpringFling2026

🎙️ Sid55 Live – Episode 36 | Lil Bit on the Scene: The Connector of Southern Soul

In this episode of Sid55 Live, Sid55 and Ray Ray sit down with Lil Bit on the Scene (Marquita Williams) — one of the most visible, respected, and essential figures in the Southern Soul movement.

Known for her laid-back vibe and big energy, Lil Bit is everywhere the culture lives — promoting artists, dancing, hosting, working events, and connecting people behind the scenes. If Southern Soul is moving, Lil Bit is in the middle of it.

💬 In this episode, we discuss:

• How Lil Bit became a key connector in the Southern Soul scene
• The real work behind promoting artists and events
• Dancing as a form of communication and energy
• What it takes to be “everywhere” without burning out
• Why relationships matter more than clout in this industry
• The future of Southern Soul and how to protect the culture as it grows

🎬 ALSO IN THIS EPISODE:

• Dem Grannies: Soul on the Road is in the casting phase
• 🌴 Spring Fling 2026 — Sid55 is taking YOU with him
• 🎶 Sid55’s second album The Next Episode drops in 2026

👉 Stay connected with everything Sid55 Multimedia Group has coming:

🌐 Visit: https://www.sid55.com

🎥 Click “CLICK HERE” and FOLLOW Dem Grannies: Soul on the Road

📌 Lock in updates for Spring Fling 2026 and upcoming releases

👍 Like the video

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#Sid55Live #Episode36 #LilBitOnTheScene #SouthernSoul #CultureConnectors #DemGranniesMovie #SpringFling2026 #TheNextEpisode #Sid55 #TheSecondHomeOfSouthernSoul

In this episode of Sid55 Live, Sid55 and Ray Ray sit down with Jeffrey “Worldclass Barber” Davis, the visionary founder of Astute Gentleman Cigar & Barber Lounge in Dallas, Texas — one of the most unique barber and cigar experiences in the country.

Hidden behind a bookcase, Astute Gentleman blends barbering, premium cigars, culture, and ownership into a speakeasy-style lounge unlike anything else in Texas. With over 40 years of barbering experience, Jeff shares his journey from Milwaukee to Dallas, from semi-pro football to cigars, and from employee to owner.

💬 In this episode, we discuss:

• Turning passion into ownership
• Building a one-of-a-kind business experience
• Overcoming setbacks and broken partnerships
• Navigating Texas cigar lounge laws
• Creating a premium cigar brand with global roots
• Why legacy and craftsmanship matter

🎬 ALSO IN THIS EPISODE:

• Dem Grannies: Soul on the Road is officially in the casting phase
• 🌴 Spring Fling 2026 — Sid55 is taking YOU with him
• 🎶 Sid55’s second album The Next Episode drops in 2026

👉 Stay connected with everything Sid55 Multimedia Group has coming:

🌐 Visit: https://www.sid55.com

🎥 Follow the movie: Click “CLICK HERE” and FOLLOW Dem Grannies: Soul on the Road

📌 Lock in updates for Spring Fling 2026 & upcoming releases

👍 Like the video

💬 Comment your thoughts

🔔 Subscribe and hit the notification bell

#Sid55Live #AstuteGentleman #BlackOwnership #SouthernSoulCulture #DemGranniesMovie #SpringFling2026 #TheNextEpisode #Sid55 #TheSecondHomeOfSouthernSoul

This week, we’re heading to Memphis, Tennessee — the home of soul, rhythm, and grind — with special guest Prince Djae, one of the city’s rising stars in R&B and Southern Soul! 🎵

From performing with his high school R&B group Image IV, inspired by legends like New Edition, Boyz II Men, and B2K, to now standing tall as a solo artist and actor — Prince Djae’s journey is one of hustle, heart, and evolution. 💪🏾

🎬 You’ve seen him in films like The Red State (2025) and Betray: Thirst (2025) — now hear how he balances music, movies, and mastering his craft.

💬 In This Episode:

How Memphis shaped his signature sound

His journey from group singer to solo soul artist

The crossover between acting and performing

The future of R&B and Southern Soul fusion

🎥 Music Video Breaks: (You’ll have to tune in to see which bangers we dropped this week 👀)

🎬 PLUS: Casting for Dem Grannies: Soul on the Road is NOW OPEN!

👉 Head to Sid55.com, click the “CLICK HERE” button, and FOLLOW the campaign for updates!

📺 Watch Episode 34 now on YouTube!

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#Sid55Live #Episode34 #PrinceDjae #MemphisSoul #RNBMeetsSouthernSoul #DemGranniesMovie #Sid55 #SouthernSoul #TheSecondHomeOfSouthernSoul