Radio Room

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For those of you that have been following my frequent updates, you know that I’ve been having a blast in the studio over the past few weeks working on everyone’s projects from Mary J. Blige to Fabolous. How do these collaborations happen? This video will give you an idea. Every year at the Grammy’s there is a radio room that houses DJs from stations all across the country. Artists that are in town for the awards visit this room and often exchange information, encouragement and details about their new projects:

Shout out to all of the stations and all of the artists in this vid (Krys Ivory, Keri Hilson, Musiq, Boyz II Men, Tay Zonday, Chrisette Michelle, David Banner, Christina Milian). Thanks to all of you as well. It’s because of your support that I was able to attend the radio room this year. Here’s to making Grammy worthy music in 2009 and beyond!

 

Posted: April 2nd, 2009 | Under: Insight, Inspiration, Radio

89 Comments on “Radio Room”

  1. 1 Facebook User said at 1:10 am on April 2nd, 2009:

    Sick. It’s NS4Life!

  2. 2 Kyle 'Kyran' Worrell said at 1:13 am on April 2nd, 2009:

    That is indeed the life.

  3. 3 Shane Sparks Ogunnaike said at 1:13 am on April 2nd, 2009:

    that’s my boy. makin’ moves.

  4. 4 Facebook User said at 1:13 am on April 2nd, 2009:

    Amazing! That’s gotta be one of the best feelings to see your peers saying how much they love your music, and embrace you like that. You deserve all the praise. But man, I was there that night, and it’s unfortunate I wasn’t able to get to go inside the radio room and get to meet you there…perhaps next year or years to come I’ll see you around there. Thanks for the inside look – keep doing your thing!

  5. 5 David Chanzá Téllez said at 1:18 am on April 2nd, 2009:

    Wow! i’m a big Boyz II Men fan! it would be great a Boyz II Men track produced by Ryan Leslie!!!

  6. 6 Facebook User said at 1:24 am on April 2nd, 2009:

    Ryan! congrats on the success brother keep it up! all those people recognizing what you do is a big deal! big ups man. keep killing it please!

  7. 7 Daneesh Surkari said at 1:41 am on April 2nd, 2009:

    Good Job Man!

  8. 8 Dylan Van Der Heij said at 2:01 am on April 2nd, 2009:

    this shows another time how great your music is being respected.. keep on doing what you doing!

  9. 9 Marie Carleen Tatjana Leblanc said at 2:02 am on April 2nd, 2009:

    It all seem like a great experience and a wonderful dream turned into reality,,lovely

    M* xoxo

  10. 10 Hinga Vonjo said at 2:14 am on April 2nd, 2009:

    I think the most amazing part about this latest update is the respect that other artists show you. You can tell that it’s genuine and shows that you have made a lasting impression on people. Rock out man!

  11. 11 Martina Jansen said at 2:42 am on April 2nd, 2009:

    Ryan, you are one of them now. I mean one of the big ones. But you are also different: Because you are one of us in the same time…

  12. 12 Simen Thunes Hope said at 2:47 am on April 2nd, 2009:

    Ey, whats the beat used in the video? sick!
    Big love from Norway Ryan!

  13. 13 Robbie Small said at 2:56 am on April 2nd, 2009:

    My Boy R.Les is offically the King. its gone get to the point where if you dont have a track with him then your not really a big star. R.les tha Prez!!! no King….

  14. 14 Roberth Ajamiseba said at 3:35 am on April 2nd, 2009:

    you are so blessed..

  15. 15 Stefan Mateo Halford said at 4:49 am on April 2nd, 2009:

    wow keri hilson but she aint got nuttin on you !

    S*

  16. 16 Tarik Chafa said at 5:30 am on April 2nd, 2009:

    You the shit man…congratulations and keep doin’ your stuff coz we just love it.

  17. 17 Tarek Khatib said at 5:52 am on April 2nd, 2009:

    Boyz II Men!!!! Woah now thats History right there!…THE BEAT AT THE BEGGINING AND AT THE END IS BANGIN!!

  18. 18 Naquaisah Bacon said at 6:51 am on April 2nd, 2009:

    I watched this video about 5 times, the beat is amazing. You are a musical genius dude… Please let me know what part of Florida you’re going to be in on Friday!!

  19. 19 Justin Williams said at 7:15 am on April 2nd, 2009:

    I See You on your Grind I need I quote on a beat Bro…

  20. 20 Mounir Ben R said at 7:40 am on April 2nd, 2009:

    this is amazing
    so crasy

  21. 21 Facebook User said at 7:55 am on April 2nd, 2009:

    I’m glad to see the industry sees what’s up. Now the fans have to continue the campaign, till the world knows R-LES for Prez!

  22. 22 Facebook User said at 8:18 am on April 2nd, 2009:

    WOOWW! Amazing! People taking notice already! I hope you do work with Keri Hilson too!

  23. 23 Abdel Rbib said at 8:23 am on April 2nd, 2009:

    nice video man :)

    look at ur friendscounter “7253″ amazing
    it’s time for new songs ! pls

  24. 24 Jessica M. Luciere said at 8:27 am on April 2nd, 2009:

    Its so awesome to see such great things happening for you Ryan…congratulations with all of your success thus far. I can’t wait to see you again in NY!

  25. 25 Ahmed Abbas said at 8:40 am on April 2nd, 2009:

    I dont know if you actually check this out personally but if you do. I enjoy your music very much and watch your videos on how you make it. very motivating.

    I had a Question , i am a soccer fan and i know the world cup is coming up in 2010, i was curious , would you make a song for the world cup that could possibly ring to the world?

  26. 26 Maher B said at 9:26 am on April 2nd, 2009:

    Amazing , we all love your music and how down to earth you are :)

  27. 27 Bhaveek Mistry said at 9:27 am on April 2nd, 2009:

    im a student in boston
    marketing and management major
    can i work for you?

  28. 28 Ashraf Sahli said at 9:47 am on April 2nd, 2009:

    wow ryan, i’ve been following your progress since day 1 & watching this video makes me proud in your place!
    i feel so lucky that i’ve been able to watch you rising from the beginning to where you are now..
    with your videos you give your fans the feeling that they are connected to you in such a direct way, i just love that

    no need for me to say to keep up the good work, because we all know you’ll only do better than ever before

  29. 29 Chris Robinson said at 9:56 am on April 2nd, 2009:

    That boy Ryan Leslie doin it big! and makin moves son! Watch out world! 2009 NS4Life. One love. peace.

  30. 30 Facebook User said at 10:00 am on April 2nd, 2009:

    Congrats!! I know it is a wonderful feeling to have your music accepted by so many people. I love your music and keep making those hits!!

  31. 31 Ibrahim Soimadou said at 11:27 am on April 2nd, 2009:

    What is the song at the end of the vid ???

  32. 32 Facebook User said at 11:48 am on April 2nd, 2009:

    You deserve all the praise man, you been tearing it up for quite a while and it just took people some time to figure how great your music fortitude really is. It’s hella nice to see you staying humble in the situation as well!
    Keep tearin’ it up! You got a great new fan base building in Cali.

  33. 33 Facebook User said at 12:02 pm on April 2nd, 2009:

    Ryan, we need that beat in the background! It’s lovely, upbeat and hip. Please put it to good use and release the instrumental along with it. Stay blessed.

  34. 34 Facebook User said at 12:32 pm on April 2nd, 2009:

    so cool ,man ryan YOU ROCK!!!!!!!

  35. 35 Yamill Vallecillo said at 1:02 pm on April 2nd, 2009:

    insane!!!

  36. 36 Aaron Thandi said at 1:09 pm on April 2nd, 2009:

    oh yes! ‘you’re a beast’ lol

  37. 37 Abby Williams said at 1:16 pm on April 2nd, 2009:

    Definitely the artist’s artist

  38. 38 Kierra Gray said at 1:31 pm on April 2nd, 2009:

    it’s amazing to see your impact on people even already in the music bizz… i’m happy and excited for you!!!!

    God Bless,

    http://www.myspace.com/kierragray

    follow me :]
    http://www.twitter.com/kierragray

  39. 39 Amanda Ponce said at 1:39 pm on April 2nd, 2009:

    I can only imagine how it feels to be in a room full of very talented artists and they hold you in the same regard! Its well deserved!

  40. 40 Aaron McCombs said at 1:51 pm on April 2nd, 2009:

    First time on your site. Love your music bro, keep doin what cha doin’!

  41. 41 Warren Olaya said at 1:56 pm on April 2nd, 2009:

    MAAAN. Thats must’ve been CRAZY to have Boyz II Men say they were fans of YOU. Congratz on all the success Mr. Leslie and I wish you the best!

  42. 42 Jennifer Rosa Kim said at 3:31 pm on April 2nd, 2009:

    Well deserved praises! Congrats Ryan, your hard work is acknowledged and appreciated by all! (Especially by me lol)

  43. 43 Vladimir Cazeau said at 3:37 pm on April 2nd, 2009:

    INSPIRATION!!!

  44. 44 Facebook User said at 4:11 pm on April 2nd, 2009:

    it seems that everyone agrees on one thing when it comes to you that your are the best and keep doing what your doing. i hope one day i will be blessed enough to work with you.

  45. 45 Elsie Morris said at 5:50 pm on April 2nd, 2009:

    Proud of you Ryan – you have worked hard and never gave up on your dreams – you got it going on!

    Love ya – Tante

  46. 46 Nyinondi Moses Junior Honcho said at 6:06 pm on April 2nd, 2009:

    Mr. R-Les…. i got 2 FAQs…is there a possibility of you workin’on a joint with .MSQ.Soul child…???

    would u kindly show up in Toronto..???..i will volunteer to carry ya band euipment….key here word is “will”.thanks.

  47. 47 Nyinondi Moses Junior Honcho said at 6:08 pm on April 2nd, 2009:

    oops just missed one word..should read key”word”….

  48. 48 Facebook User said at 7:30 pm on April 2nd, 2009:

    WOAH! That beat is crazy!!! Hope its out eventually! :D

  49. 49 Facebook User said at 7:33 pm on April 2nd, 2009:

    Oh wait! Your the man R Les! Turn It Up!

  50. 50 Patrick Edmundson said at 11:02 pm on April 2nd, 2009:

    Ryan Leslie if you don’t become like the hottest artist in the world before the end of next year we gonna be boycotting and knocking over tables and everything lol. Real talk tho I love the album and funny thing is for a few months now I was saying how sick it would be. A tour with Ryan Leslie, Keri Hilson and The Dream…..What you think?? This is your boy Black Dragon AKA DJ 1 Take. Take care Ryan!

  51. 51 Ismael El Mahjour said at 3:16 am on April 3rd, 2009:

    One of the most talented people out there, no single doubt about it

    Peace out !

  52. 52 Jerome Al Tanseco said at 8:49 am on April 3rd, 2009:

    the fruits of your labor. peace and blessings brotha.

  53. 53 Fil Rodrigues said at 11:41 am on April 3rd, 2009:

    yo ryan, i told u that ur a beast..and its about time that other peeps in the music industry realize that..i like how boys 2 men came up to you..u should see if they wanna colab with you cause that would be sick..ur beats and boyz 2 men and u singing on it damn that would be fire!!!

  54. 54 Iris Foster said at 11:51 am on April 3rd, 2009:

    I am a huge artist critic and I must say, You are absoluetly amazing. A true treasure that has been discovred. It only gets better. Diligence, Pays! God Bless!!

  55. 55 Phumlani Mbokazi said at 5:03 pm on April 3rd, 2009:

    R.LES 4 PreZ !!! neh real talk we blessed to have such an inspiring Artist/Producer/Actor lol…man ur work is craze…ur music WoW!!!

    Keep up the Excellent Work
    GOD BLESS!!!

  56. 56 Naquaisah Bacon said at 7:15 pm on April 3rd, 2009:

    DEF. NEED TO HIT UP JACKSONVILLE, FL!!!…..PLEASE lol. It would be greatly appreciated :-)

  57. 57 Derrica Lavon Wilson said at 7:34 pm on April 3rd, 2009:

    That’s right…PEOPLE PAYING HOMAGE!! I mean it’s only right, Ryan you’re a genius, you know it, and you still remain HUMBLE. Freakin love you man!! BOYZ II MEN??!! Are you kidding me? CHRISETTE MICHELLE?! She’s a freakin beast TOO!!! Musiq…smh man, that’s beautiful. RYAN U DESERVE IT MAN, SERIOUSLY! Awww man, everyone was paying you so much respect. That was beautiful, it really was! I’m happy for you Ryan and I’ll be continuing to follow you as your career skyrockets! One of your biggest fans here!! Hopefully one day we’ll work together as well, I’m gonna grind SUPER hard to make that happen. LOVE YOU!!!

  58. 58 Xavier DeJesus said at 12:39 am on April 4th, 2009:

    U DA BEST RYAN!

  59. 59 Anthony PreJean said at 7:56 pm on April 4th, 2009:

    Years ago when I first found you on myspace I already new that you would be doing this sooner or later Im so happy for you keep going and get a gramy!!!

  60. 60 Ahmad Ahmad said at 12:36 am on April 6th, 2009:

    Keep Entertaining us..

  61. 61 Charlene Semple said at 6:46 am on April 6th, 2009:

    Your music is SICK, ya story of going to HARVARD at an early age INSPIRATIONAL, listening to your album and forgeting about all my problems PRICELESS!

    Keep up the good work NS4LIFE!!

  62. 62 Gina Marie Woods said at 1:10 pm on April 6th, 2009:

    You’re amazing….absolutely amazing….thank you for blessing your fans with your gift…..A true artist….the world really ain’t ready for you…….

  63. 63 Facebook User said at 1:14 pm on April 6th, 2009:

    when will you want an intern to start. i’m asking cause i’m at school right now and would love to be an intern for you but i also live in detroit. hit me back.

  64. 64 Facebook User said at 2:16 pm on April 6th, 2009:

    Hey Ryan,

    I am interested in learning more about the intern position with NextSelection. I have previous intern experience in the entertainment industry, at Sony Connnect in the marketing department. I am very interested in learning more about the entertainment industry and would love to work with you.

    Keshanya Cleveland
    Keshanyac@gmail.com

  65. 65 Megan Ambers said at 3:15 am on April 7th, 2009:

    Hello Mr. Ryan Leslie,
    My name is Megan Ambers..and I am a follower on twitter as well as a fan of yours on Facebook. And about two days ago, you have posted a tweet on possible openings for internships at NextSelection. I have beseech once before to you and Mr. Shiv on any possible internship openings, which was about 3 months ago. Since then I have obtain an internship position at a up n coming fashion company by the name of FINT NY as the Founder and CEO’s personal assistant. As I have stated before, I know I am more than qualified for the position. With my computer skills and interactive skills with people, I think with ascertain I will learn alot more working with you.
    Thank you for your time..and god bless..
    Megan Ambers
    meganambers@gmail.com
    http://twitter.com/megan_ambers

  66. 66 Christopher Clark said at 12:46 pm on April 7th, 2009:

    Ryan! You and Keri Hilson are my two favorite artists right now. It was be totally awesome if you guys were to collaborate on a project.

  67. 67 Tyana McKery said at 5:51 pm on April 7th, 2009:

    Dope!

  68. 68 Edward Ybc Youngbrothancharge White said at 11:24 pm on April 7th, 2009:

    how about Ryan Leslie and The Dream

  69. 69 Jessica 'Sunshine' Gatewood said at 11:27 pm on April 7th, 2009:

    i LOVE the new album Mr. Leslie!! I play it constantly…keep the hits coming! =)

  70. 70 Gabriel O Fagbore said at 4:21 pm on April 8th, 2009:

    What makes you stand out from Everybody else is the Fact tht you’re so Humble. I’m a Huge fan of yours I’ve been following your Music since I heard My Woman in 2005. Next Selection!!! You’re honestly an Inspiration

  71. 71 Auddie Fivethou said at 6:15 pm on April 8th, 2009:

    Quite Frankly I’m tired of this awesome artist/producer/composer putting together sick, beautiful, dope music. I mad at myself cuz i keep putting in his CD and I always listen from end to beginning and I say End to Beginning because it the end of all this BS in Music and the Beginning Restoring this lost art back to the way it’s supposed to be. Digg ME NS4Life

  72. 72 Malik Smith said at 10:29 am on April 9th, 2009:

    Yeahh… I would die if BoysIIMen said they were a big fan of mine haha – Congratulations Mr, it’s allll well deserved!!!!
    (http://keysongmusic.com)

  73. 73 Sacha Itohan Otote said at 10:58 am on April 9th, 2009:

    ‘valentine’ – wow = what a song – you’ve got the vibe .

    When’s the next album out – i’m in the queue. Keep on doing it …..

  74. 74 Danielle Hughes said at 2:16 pm on April 9th, 2009:

    EXACTLY, everyone knows.

  75. 75 Danielle Hughes said at 2:18 pm on April 9th, 2009:

    Ummmm, nope. Ryan and the Dream on are different pages to me. Let’s not even compare the two. That’s all I’m gonna type without sounding like a hater. I rarely purchase new music cause of the BS that’s out right now…not gonna stand the test of time. BUT the last thing I bought was Ryan Leslie…that says enough.

  76. 76 Devon Borden said at 4:36 pm on April 10th, 2009:

    I really like the beat at the beg/ending of the video

  77. 77 Facebook User said at 1:59 pm on April 14th, 2009:

    aww…lol…Mr Ryan was gushing…lol…stay humble

  78. 78 Donald Baylis said at 5:42 am on April 17th, 2009:

    ryan your site it amazing i put my info into the blackberry man im a up and comming music producer man come check me out i going to send some snipts to you also can you give me some feedback on my tracks thanks a lot man

  79. 79 Nicole M. Lugo-Mitchell said at 11:37 pm on April 22nd, 2009:

    I’m glad Chrisette Michelle has madd love for you! She’s one of my favorites as well (besides you, of course)!

  80. 80 Facebook User said at 6:30 am on April 25th, 2009:

    that beat is siiiick!

  81. 81 Alex Haza said at 12:06 am on April 30th, 2009:

    Hopefully you were exchanging digits with Musiq for future tours together..

  82. 82 Facebook User said at 10:50 am on April 30th, 2009:

    learning to play your piano improvisation of Lollipop that s givin my teacher a hard time! I enjoy your energy for music. Bx

  83. 83 Franklyn Kakyire said at 6:03 pm on April 30th, 2009:

    the sickest man i’ve ever seen….

    “They tried to put me in a box, it’s impossible, R-Les”

  84. 84 Erica Starr said at 2:15 pm on May 2nd, 2009:

    my mom said you reminder her of my bother and i were so much smarter then this music we rap ourselves in, but I love it and though I kow this isn’t what God wants me to follow through with I’ll never loose my love for a tru Art’ist and I love you work you ethic you swag ( as they call it)….MARVELOUSE is what came to my brain as i wathched you run back and forth though the studio I LOVE IT ALL!!!!!

    STARR

  85. 85 Simone Boyd said at 5:45 pm on May 3rd, 2009:

    I ABSOLUTELY LOVE THE MUSIC. AND THE TRACK ON THIS VIDEO. WHERE IS IT?

  86. 86 Evelyn Oliver Barnett said at 12:52 pm on May 8th, 2009:

    RYAN , MY GOD….YOU ARE THE SICKEST MUSIC MAKIN ,BEAT DROPPIN,SOULFULSINGIN ,BODYMOVIN ,SWAGGER SWINGIN ARTIST OUT HERE !!PLEASE BABY KEEP ‘EM COMIN, ….MUCH LUV..XOXOX!

  87. 87 Facebook User said at 7:04 am on May 9th, 2009:

    Ryan !!! I give props 2 u man !! big fan

    and btww

    i want the song in The Background When ur @ the Grammmy !!!!! It SICKKKK BEAT

  88. 88 Facebook User said at 9:21 pm on June 10th, 2009:

    hey ryan i thought about you and i am afraid about what is going on in my life, everything imaginable happened on my way to honolulu. it is tought to not think to let people go all together. seriously , my family nonsupportive after i arrived, brother was locked up in jail for financial forgery and identity theft , last year i had to report some problems with my credit but i am not the only one i believe he did this to me hawaii is beautifu i have force myself to get past the problems arriving. i know you can never see me right.

  89. 89 Facebook User said at 1:16 pm on October 27th, 2009:

    great vid… good to see you receiving the accolades and respect I know you deserve… but what is the beat playing in the background? it is crazy bananas!!!!!!!!!!!!

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