Description
From starring in iconic Black television shows like Moesha and The Parkers to stepping into the music industry as an A&R executive, Marcus T. Paulk is continuing to build his legacy!
In this episode of The Progress Report’s Skipping Class, Lalaa Shepard sits down with Marcus T. Paulk, Rodney “K-R.O.K.” Gilcreast, and Kenneth Sarino of 3rd Eye Recordings LLC, an independent record label, publisher, and recording studio operating under Universal Music Group (UMG).
Marcus reflects on his acting career, the cultural impact of Moesha and The Parkers, watching Brandy receive her star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, and his relationship with the late Nipsey Hussle.
The conversation also dives into the vision behind 3rd Eye Recordings, bringing back music with substance, artist development, and the importance of educating artists about the business. K-R.O.K. discusses his journey from P.M. Dawn to working with legendary artists like Bootsy Collins, while the team shares insight into working with Brian McKnight Jr., Lil Xan, and developing the next generation of talent.
Kenneth Sarino also breaks down the importance of data, strategy, and building a sustainable foundation for artists in today’s music industry.
From Hollywood nostalgia to major-label partnerships and the future of music, this conversation is all about growth, longevity, and PROGRESS!
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0:00 3rd Eye Recordings TPR Skipping drop
0:24 Lalaa Shepard introduction
1:05 first meeting each other
3:40 bringing back music of substance and helping artists understand the business
6:40 partnering with a major record label
7:45 Marcus Paulk opens up about not putting himself in a box
11:25 K-R.O.K. speaks on being an artist also but still providing opportunities for the talent on his label too
14:12 Kenneth breaks down the importance of using data to push artists
16:25 working with Lil Xan
18:25 playing good cop bad cop on the team
22:09 working with Brian McKnight Jr
23:11 working with Bootsy Collins
25:10 Marcus Paulk reflects on his relationship with Nipsey Hussle
27:20 ATL roots
34:30 Marcus reflects on The Parkers and Moesha finally becoming available on streaming platforms
36:25 Marcus explains why Moesha ended on a cliffhanger season 6
37:40 seeing Brandy receive her star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame
38:19 define our keyword “progress”
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