My career in the entertainment industry has enabled me to work with a diverse range of talent.

Through my years of experience, I've recognized

two essential aspects. Industry professionals, whether famous stars or behind-the-scenes staff,

have fascinating stories to tell. Secondly, audiences are eager to listen to these stories, which

offer a glimpse into their lives and the

evolution of their life stories. This podcast aims to share these narratives, providing information

on how they evolve into their chosen career. We will delve into their journey to stardom,

discuss their struggles and successes, and hear from people who help them achieve their goals.

Get ready for intriguing behind-the-scenes stories and insights into the fascinating world of entertainment.

Hi, I'm Tony Mantor. Welcome to Almost Live in Nashville.

Joining us today is Patrice Russian.

She's a jazz pianist, R&B singer, record producer,

songwriter, music director, and so much more.

At the 25th annual Grammy Awards,

her single Forget Me Nots received a nomination

for Best Female R&B Vocal Performance, while her instrumental

song, number one, was nominated Best R&B Instrumental. Both songs were from her seventh studio album

straight from the heart. I'm thrilled to have her join us today for a lively conversation

about her career updates, future plans, and so much more.

It's great to have her on the show. Thanks for coming on. Sure, thank you. Thanks for having me.

Oh, it's my pleasure. So let's start out with what you are currently doing at this point in time.

Well, currently working on an orchestral piece, actually,

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