Here Comes the Break

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Here Comes the Break is a groundbreaking podcast sparking real conversations about creativity, mental health, friendship, family, hope, and music. Hosted by our protagonist Ruben (Asante Blackk), this fictional narrative featuring real interviews with emerging artists will bring voice to young creators who use social media platforms to amplify their own messages.

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2 min
08/27/2021 · BONUS

Jake Brennan Talks Here Comes the Break and Soundtrack Release

Here Comes the Break inventively threads together a scripted story—starring EMMY® Award-nominated Asante Blackk and Daniella Perkins—and unscripted interviews with Def Jam’s rising new talent, including Bobby Sessions, Saint Bodhi, Nasty C, Bino Rideaux, and more, to create a high-concept fusion of fictional narrative and real-life conversations with buzzing stars. And in celebration of Hip Hop Recognition month, Double Elvis and Def Jam commemorate the first season of Here Comes the Break with a podcast soundtrack. The album tells a unique story, fusing music and podcasting with the theme of mental health awareness. Binge the entire first Season of Here Comes the Break and stream the soundtrack wherever you get your audio content. Executive Producer: Asante Blackk Producer: Daniella Perkins Starring: Asante Blackk and Daniella Perkins Co-Starring: Bobby Cius, Rayme Cornell, Christopher V. Edwards and Taylor Bettinson Written by: Taylor Bettinson and Nakia Hill Directed By: Christopher V. Edwards https://herecomesthebreakpod.com/ https://www.instagram.com/herecomesthebreak/ https://www.instagram.com/doubleelvis/ https://twitter.com/doubleelvisfm https://www.twitch.tv/doubleelvispodcasts https://www.facebook.com/DoubleElvisProductions/ https://www.doubleelvis.com/ https://www.defjam.com/podcast/ Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

8 min
07/22/2021 · BONUS

Bonus #2: Acting / Writing / Interviews

Daniella Perkins (Janelle) and Bobby Cius (Marco) talk making the podcast from the actor’s perspective. Then writers Taylor Bettinson and Nakia Hill break down the themes of the show, and Taylor wants to know all about Nakia’s experience conducting the artist interviews that would become Mask On’s. Executive Producer: Asante Blackk Producer: Daniella Perkins Starring: Asante Blackk and Daniella Perkins Co-Starring: Bobby Cius, Rayme Cornell, Christopher V. Edwards and Taylor Bettinson Written by: Taylor Bettinson and Nakia Hill Directed By: Christopher V. Edwards https://www.instagram.com/daniellaperkins/ https://www.instagram.com/bobby_cius/ https://www.instagram.com/herecomesthebreak/ https://www.instagram.com/doubleelvis/ https://twitter.com/doubleelvisfm https://www.facebook.com/DoubleElvisProductions/ https://www.doubleelvis.com/ Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

40 min
07/15/2021 · BONUS

Bonus #1: Generations

In this special look behind the scenes of Here Comes the Break, Asante Blackk interviews Gael Aitor of Teenager Therapy and the actors who played Ruben’s parents discuss the making of the show. This is the first of two special behind-the-scenes bonus episodes. Executive Producer: Asante Blackk Producer: Daniella Perkins Starring: Asante Blackk and Daniella Perkins Co-Starring: Bobby Cius, Rayme Cornell, Christopher V. Edwards and Taylor Bettinson Written by: Taylor Bettinson and Nakia Hill Directed By: Christopher V. Edwards https://instagram.com/oompoutloud https://www.instagram.com/herecomesthebreak/ https://www.instagram.com/doubleelvis/ https://twitter.com/doubleelvisfm https://www.facebook.com/DoubleElvisProductions/ https://www.doubleelvis.com/ Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

28 min
07/08/2021

Episode 10: Here Comes the Break

Ruben and his team complete the podcast season and celebrate by going out to a Black Lives Matter rally in Brooklyn —Ruben even has his parents’ permission. But a new perspective on Ruben’s recent behavior has Janelle worried he might do something reckless at the park. Featuring the artist Oompa & her new song “Go” [Stream|Download] Executive Producer: Asante Blackk Producer: Daniella Perkins Starring: Asante Blackk and Daniella Perkins Co-Starring: Bobby Cius, Rayme Cornell, Christopher V. Edwards and Taylor Bettinson Written by: Taylor Bettinson and Nakia Hill Directed By: Christopher V. Edwards https://instagram.com/oompoutloud https://www.instagram.com/herecomesthebreak/ https://www.instagram.com/doubleelvis/ https://twitter.com/doubleelvisfm https://www.facebook.com/DoubleElvisProductions/ https://www.doubleelvis.com/ Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

28 min
07/01/2021

Episode 9: The Breakthrough

Ruben, Marco, and Janelle are back in sync, and their latest interview has all their heads spinning. Alone at home afterwards, Ruben meditates on all that he’s learned from the artists he’s met, and comes to some epiphanies about why he’s been acting so wild. Featuring Def Jam artist Bobby Sessions & his new song “Repeat” [Stream|Download] Executive Producer: Asante Blackk Producer: Daniella Perkins Starring: Asante Blackk and Daniella Perkins Co-Starring: Bobby Cius, Rayme Cornell, Christopher V. Edwards and Taylor Bettinson Written by: Taylor Bettinson and Nakia Hill Directed By: Christopher V. Edwards https://www.instagram.com/bobbysessionstx/ https://www.instagram.com/herecomesthebreak/ https://www.instagram.com/doubleelvis/ https://twitter.com/doubleelvisfm https://www.facebook.com/DoubleElvisProductions/ https://www.doubleelvis.com/ Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

32 min
06/24/2021

Episode 8: Breaking Point

The time’s come for Ruben and Marco to fight it out or bury the hatchet, and with all his inner conflict Ruben’s not sure how it’s going to go. Plus he’s got that therapy session coming up, the one he agreed to for his parents’ sake. Time to face the consequences. Featuring Def Jam artist Nasty C & his new song “Jack” [Stream|Download] Executive Producer: Asante Blackk Producer: Daniella Perkins Starring: Asante Blackk and Daniella Perkins Co-Starring: Bobby Cius, Rayme Cornell, Christopher V. Edwards and Taylor Bettinson Written by: Taylor Bettinson and Nakia Hill Directed By: Christopher V. Edwards https://www.instagram.com/nasty_csa/?hl=en https://www.instagram.com/herecomesthebreak/ https://www.instagram.com/doubleelvis/ https://twitter.com/doubleelvisfm https://www.facebook.com/DoubleElvisProductions/ https://www.doubleelvis.com/ Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

27 min
06/17/2021

Episode 7: Breakdown

Ruben and Marco are beefing over the Viral Villa trip and Janelle is trying to negotiate a truce, but the biggest surprise in Ruben’s social life comes when his mother finally confronts him about his erratic behavior and lays down some truths of her own. Featuring Def Jam artist Bino Rideaux & his new song "Got To Know It." [Stream|Download] Executive Producer: Asante Blackk Producer: Daniella Perkins Starring: Asante Blackk and Daniella Perkins Co-Starring: Bobby Cius, Rayme Cornell, Christopher V. Edwards and Taylor Bettinson Written by: Taylor Bettinson and Nakia Hill https://www.instagram.com/binorideaux/ https://www.instagram.com/herecomesthebreak/ https://www.instagram.com/doubleelvis/ https://twitter.com/doubleelvisfm https://www.facebook.com/DoubleElvisProductions/ https://www.doubleelvis.com/ Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

27 min

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3.5

out of 5

233 Ratings

Awesome

07/08/2021

iMustPandaLean

Love this pod. Great concept and execution 😎😍☺️😁
Relatable

05/23/2021

TB🥀🥀

This podcast with him was mad relatable, how he feels depressed, exactly me.
Simply Awesome

05/14/2021

sj462737

Bold, Refreshing and Fresh. Great Podcast.
Who’d a thought....

05/14/2021

AGPsycho

Hip hop and anxiety...amazing message, education AND entertainment combined in a unique form...oh so relevant and just what’s needed...hope this reaches an audience far and wide!

Here Comes the Break is a groundbreaking podcast sparking real conversations about creativity, mental health, friendship, family, hope, and music. Hosted by our protagonist Ruben (Asante Blackk), this fictional narrative featuring real interviews with emerging artists will bring voice to young creators who use social media platforms to amplify their own messages.

Channel

Double Elvis
Creator

iHeartPodcasts and Double Elvis
Years Active

2021 - 2023
Episodes

17
Rating

Explicit
Copyright

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