HERE COMES THE BREAK is a new hip-hop inspired audio drama podcast.
EXCLUSIVE SOUNDTRACK FROM
DEF JAM RECORDINGS
MUSIC FROM THE PODCAST
Within the fictional story of Here Comes The Break, every episode features a cameo, interview, and exclusive new song from a different Def Jam artist. 🎧
What would happen if your next post blew up?
If you had a massive audience overnight.
How would you handle it?
Watch the Podcast Trailer
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ABOUT THE PODCAST
Step into the mind of a young creator who just blew up and now has to deal with a growing audience and the stress that comes with it.
In this scripted fictional audio drama, you’ll also find cameos from the hottest new Def Jam artists, and hear an exclusive new song in every episode.
“Have you ever dreamed of your next post going viral?
If so, this is your new favorite podcast. 🤯”
“It’s like a Netflix series for your ears! 🎧”
Listen and subscribe to the podcast for free
Meet the cast & crew
Asante Blackk
Executive Producer and stars as “Ruben”
Here Comes the Break stars Emmy-nominated actor Asante Blackk, best known for his roles in When They See Us (Netflix), This is Us(NBC), and Social Distance (Netflix), who is also an executive producer on the show.
Daniella Perkins
Producer and stars as “Janelle”
Rising star Daniella Perkins is Nickelodeon’s first multi-racial princess starring as Ciara in Knight Squad with past credits including co-hostingDrop That Seat with Kida The Great from executive producer Nick Cannon and the animated mini series Middle School Moguls.
Bobby Cius
Co-stars “Marco”
Boston based actor who recently appears in the new HBO series Pause with Sam Jay
Rayme Cornell: co-starring as “Mom”
Christopher V Edwards: Director and co-starring as “Dad”
Nakia Hill: co-writer and lead interviewer
Taylor Bettinson: co-writer
Jake Brennan & Brady Sadler: Executive Producers for Double Elvis Productions
Executive Produced by Def Jam Recordings
In Partnership with iHeartRadio
Join the journey.
PRESS
“aims to put the spotlight on mental health conditions, and areas of stress for black men, and black people, in the US. If that sounds like a busy combination, the result is endearingly novel.”
— Hannah J Davies, The Guardian
“The groundbreaking podcast is all about “self-identity, creator culture, family, and friendships”, the show aims to entertain while raising awareness about mental health to its listeners.”
— IamDaniCanada, Bossip
“the podcast combines a fictional scripted narrative with real artist interviews and exclusive music releases as it explores life and music through the mind of a young creator hustling to find an audience.'”
— Jem Aswad, Variety
“The intimacy of podcasting combined with the power of music and storytelling provides a unique platform for Here Comes the Break to foster the connection fans crave along with new music discovery.”
— Jerry Doby, The Hype Magazine
“The groundbreaking podcast is all about “self-identity, creator culture, family, and friendships”, the show aims to entertain while raising awareness about mental health to its listeners.”
— Candice Williams, ABC
“New Hip-Hop Podcast 'Here Comes the Break' to Shine Spotlight on Emerging Def Jam Artists”
— Chris Eggertsen, Billboard
Resources
TWLOHA To Write Love on Her Arms is a nonprofit movement dedicated to presenting hope and finding help for people struggling with depression, addiction, self-injury, and suicide. TWLOHA exists to encourage, inform, inspire, and invest directly into treatment and recovery.
For more information, log on to: https://twloha.com
Suicide Prevention The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals. 1-800-273-8255 https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org
Platforms we like:
https://www.therapyforblackkids.org/
https://therapyforblackgirls.com/
https://www.blackgirlinom.com/