The Man Behind the Music: Showcasing Industry Legends, Hitmakers, and Cultural Conversations!
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LOS ANGELES - Californer -- The wait is finally over. The Man Behind the Music, a groundbreaking streaming series in the music and entertainment industry, officially launched on July 3, 2025, and now releases new episodes every Thursday at 5:00 AM EST on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube.

Hosted by Derryck "Big Tank" Thornton—a renowned music executive, producer, and music supervisor—the show takes listeners into the world of music, from hit songs to behind-the-scenes stories that are rarely shared. Co-hosts Denaun "Mr. Porter" Porter, Dana "Rockwilder" Stinson, and Larrance "Rance 1500" Dopson share their unique and enlightening insights, expertise, and insider knowledge.

Throughout its episodes, The Man Behind the Music features candid conversations with the influential figures shaping music, entertainment, and culture. Guests have included Tina Davis—music executive and artist manager behind Chris Brown's rise, Harvey Mason Jr.—CEO of the Recording Academy, Woody McClain—star of Power Book II: Ghost and The Bobby Brown Story, Malcolm Mays—actor, writer, and director of Raising Kanan, Ron Fair—multi-platinum producer and former Geffen Records chairman, and Jenny Drake—EVP & Co-Head of Pop A&R at Sony Music Publishing—all sharing untold stories, insider insights, and inspiring journeys.

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"We're giving people access to the kinds of conversations that usually happen behind closed doors," says Thornton. "It's about pulling back the curtain, inspiring the next generation, and celebrating the voices shaping the sound of today and tomorrow."

For press inquiries, interview requests, or media appearances, please get in touch with Portia Mazone at info@econtiimusicgroup.com.