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Jun 2022
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Eric Benét

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On this week’s episode of R&B Money Tank and J Valentine are joined by Grammy nominated singer/songwriter Eric Benét. The group will discuss the early days of Benét’s career from the moment he discovered the power of R&B, learning to overcome stage fright when he no longer performed with his sister, to how difficult and discouraging the music industry can be. Benét talks about how a co-sign from Luther Vandross gave him confidence. Host Tank and J Valentine also do this episode barefoot in honor of Eric Benét. Listen and Enjoy!

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