My Name Is Sheba
"My Name Is Sheba" is a fictional podcast about the creative life and the beautiful struggle. It chronicles the journey of iconic jazz/R&B artist Sheba Hawkins's rise from obscurity to superstardom, and the music she created along the way. Narrated by Grammy award winning producer Monroe Jones, and based on the music of Kandace Springs, "My Name Is Sheba" is a different kind of story.
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Chapter 33: Home
05/16/2023
Chapter 33: Home
Grand Finale. Original song: Long As I Got My Music, by Kandace Springs. “My Name Is Sheba,” is the twice monthly fictional saga of iconic jazz/R&B artist, Sheba Hawkins, who rose from obscurity as an orphan, to superstardom, and the music she created along the way. It’s also about the creative life, and the beautiful struggle… a different kind of story. “My Name Is Sheba” is written around the original music from the album of the same name, by singer/songwriter Kandace Springs. You can find “My Name Is Sheba” the album, and the podcast, wherever you listen. We suggest starting with episode one, and following along. This chapter of My Name Is Sheba was written, recorded, and produced by me, Monroe Jones. The series is based on music from the album, My Name Is Sheba, by Kandace Springs, and can be found at Spotify, Apple, or wherever you stream music. Other original music in this episode is by Jason Donnelly, Humans Win, Enzo Orefice, Media Music Group, Neil Cross, and Tencher Music, all of whom have royalty free music available at Storyblocks. That’s . For more behind the scenes info on the creators of the story and the music, visit . Finally, if you like what you’re hearing, please follow, leave a rating, and tell a friend. “My Name Is Sheba” is a product of Subplay Creative.
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Chapter 32: My Name Is Sheba
05/02/2023
Chapter 32: My Name Is Sheba
Sheba tours the album, and lands a performing slot at the Grammy Awards. Original song: My Name Is Sheba, Kandace Springs. “My Name Is Sheba,” is the twice monthly fictional saga of iconic jazz/R&B artist, Sheba Hawkins, who rose from obscurity as an orphan, to superstardom, and the music she created along the way. It’s also about the creative life, and the beautiful struggle… a different kind of story. “My Name Is Sheba” is written around the original music from the album of the same name, by singer/songwriter Kandace Springs. You can find “My Name Is Sheba” the album, and the podcast, wherever you listen. We suggest starting with episode one, and following along. This chapter of My Name Is Sheba was written, recorded, and produced by me, Monroe Jones. The series is based on music from the album, My Name Is Sheba, by Kandace Springs, and can be found at Spotify, Apple, or wherever you stream music. Other original music in this episode is by Jason Donnelly, Humans Win, Boris Skalsky, and Tencher Music, all of whom have royalty free music available at Storyblocks. That’s . For more behind the scenes info on the creators of the story and the music, visit . Finally, if you like what you’re hearing, please follow, leave a rating, and tell a friend. “My Name Is Sheba” is a product of Subplay Creative.
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Chapter 31: Worlds Collide
04/17/2023
Chapter 31: Worlds Collide
Sheba finishes her album, and crosses paths with Rusty. “My Name Is Sheba,” is the twice monthly fictional saga of iconic jazz/R&B artist, Sheba Hawkins, who rose from obscurity as an orphan, to superstardom, and the music she created along the way. It’s also about the creative life, and the beautiful struggle… a different kind of story. “My Name Is Sheba” is written around the original music from the album of the same name, by singer/songwriter Kandace Springs. You can find “My Name Is Sheba” the album, and the podcast, wherever you listen. We suggest starting with episode one, and following along. This chapter of My Name Is Sheba was written, recorded, and produced by me, Monroe Jones. The series is based on music from the album, My Name Is Sheba, by Kandace Springs, and can be found at Spotify, Apple, or wherever you stream music. Other original music in this episode is by Jason Donnelly, Humans Win, The Turquoise Moon, Nick Battle, Media Music Group, and Tencher Music, all of whom have royalty free music available at Storyblocks. That’s . For more behind the scenes info on the creators of the story and the music, visit . Finally, if you like what you’re hearing, please follow, leave a rating, and tell a friend. “My Name Is Sheba” is a product of Subplay Creative.
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Chapter 30: All In
04/02/2023
Chapter 30: All In
Sheba meets her biological parents! “My Name Is Sheba,” is the twice monthly fictional saga of iconic jazz/R&B artist, Sheba Hawkins, who rose from obscurity as an orphan, to superstardom, and the music she created along the way. It’s also about the creative life, and the beautiful struggle… a different kind of story. “My Name Is Sheba” is written around the original music from the album of the same name, by singer/songwriter Kandace Springs. You can find “My Name Is Sheba” the album, and the podcast, wherever you listen. We suggest starting with episode one, and following along. This chapter of My Name Is Sheba was written, recorded, and produced by me, Monroe Jones. The series is based on music from the album, My Name Is Sheba, by Kandace Springs, and can be found at Spotify, Apple, or wherever you stream music. Other original music in this episode is by Jason Donnelly, Humans Win, Media Music Group, Anita Tatlow, Neil Cross, and Tencher Music, all of whom have royalty free music available at Storyblocks. That’s . For more behind the scenes info on the creators of the story and the music, visit . Finally, if you like what you’re hearing, please follow, leave a rating, and tell a friend. “My Name Is Sheba” is a product of Subplay Creative.
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Chapter 29: Second Chances
03/20/2023
Chapter 29: Second Chances
Sylvia Rheem offers Sheba a deal, promising that, this time around, it will be different. They will call the shots together, and make the record Sheba wants to make. Now being the head of the label, Sylvia has the control she needs to see Sheba’s project through. Burg and Colette hear about this new artist “Sheba,” and have a hunch. Do they pursue it? Original song: Feel It, by Kandace Springs. “My Name Is Sheba,” is the twice monthly fictional saga of iconic jazz/R&B artist, Sheba Hawkins, who rose from obscurity as an orphan, to superstardom, and the music she created along the way. It’s also about the creative life, and the beautiful struggle… a different kind of story. “My Name Is Sheba” is written around the original music from the album of the same name, by singer/songwriter Kandace Springs. You can find “My Name Is Sheba” the album, and the podcast, wherever you listen. We suggest starting with episode one, and following along. This chapter of My Name Is Sheba was written, recorded, and produced by me, Monroe Jones. The series is based on music from the album, My Name Is Sheba, by Kandace Springs, and can be found at Spotify, Apple, or wherever you stream music. Other original music in this episode is by Jason Donnelly, Humans Win, Enzo Orefice, Marshall Usinger, and Tencher Music, all of whom have royalty free music available at Storyblocks. That’s . For more behind the scenes info on the creators of the story and the music, visit . Finally, if you like what you’re hearing, please follow, leave a rating, and tell a friend. “My Name Is Sheba” is a product of Subplay Creative.
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Chapter 28: I’m Big
03/06/2023
Chapter 28: I’m Big
Sheba withdraws, and pours herself into her role as Creative Director at Branford. Although she continues to make music on her own, she works for years at the children’s home, convinced her shot at being an artist has passed her by…until she receives a text from Sylvia Rheem. “My Name Is Sheba,” is the twice monthly fictional saga of iconic jazz/R&B artist, Sheba Hawkins, who rose from obscurity as an orphan, to superstardom, and the music she created along the way. It’s also about the creative life, and the beautiful struggle… a different kind of story. “My Name Is Sheba” is written around the original music from the album of the same name, by singer/songwriter Kandace Springs. You can find “My Name Is Sheba” the album, and the podcast, wherever you listen. We suggest starting with episode one, and following along. This chapter of My Name Is Sheba was written, recorded, and produced by me, Monroe Jones. The series is based on music from the album, My Name Is Sheba, by Kandace Springs, and can be found at Spotify, Apple, or wherever you stream music. Other original music in this episode is by Jason Donnelly, Anita Tatlow, Humans Win, and Tencher Music, all of whom have royalty free music available at Storyblocks. That’s . For more behind the scenes info on the creators of the story and the music, visit . Finally, if you like what you’re hearing, please follow, leave a rating, and tell a friend. “My Name Is Sheba” is a product of Subplay Creative.
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Chapter 27: The Benefit Of The Doubt
02/21/2023
Chapter 27: The Benefit Of The Doubt
All’s well on the date until, on the way home, Rusty decides to tell Sheba he knows who her biological parents are. He spills his heart to Sheba in a letter. Sheba shuts down. Rusty reveals to Birdie that he’s been offered a job at Boeing, in Virginia. “My Name Is Sheba,” is the twice monthly fictional saga of iconic jazz/R&B artist, Sheba Hawkins, who rose from obscurity as an orphan, to superstardom, and the music she created along the way. It’s also about the creative life, and the beautiful struggle… a different kind of story. “My Name Is Sheba” is written around the original music from the album of the same name, by singer/songwriter Kandace Springs. You can find “My Name Is Sheba” the album, and the podcast, wherever you listen. We suggest starting with episode one, and following along. This chapter of My Name Is Sheba was written, recorded, and produced by me, Monroe Jones. The series is based on music from the album, My Name Is Sheba, by Kandace Springs, and can be found at Spotify, Apple, or wherever you stream music. Other original music in this episode is by Jason Donnelly, Media Music Group, Humans Win, Michael Vignola, and Tencher Music, all of whom have royalty free music available at Storyblocks. That’s . For more behind the scenes info on the creators of the story and the music, visit . Finally, if you like what you’re hearing, please follow, leave a rating, and tell a friend. “My Name Is Sheba” is a product of Subplay Creative.
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Intermission Short: Dystopian Love Song
02/14/2023
Intermission Short: Dystopian Love Song
“World To Me” Song Link: https://vimeo.com/506272362 “My Name Is Sheba,” is the twice monthly fictional saga of iconic jazz/R&B artist, Sheba Hawkins, who rose from obscurity as an orphan, to superstardom, and the music she created along the way. It’s also about the creative life, and the beautiful struggle… a different kind of story. “My Name Is Sheba” is written around the original music from the album of the same name, by singer/songwriter Kandace Springs. You can find “My Name Is Sheba” the album, and the podcast, wherever you listen. We suggest starting with episode one, and following along. This chapter of My Name Is Sheba was written, recorded, and produced by me, Monroe Jones. The series is based on music from the album, My Name Is Sheba, by Kandace Springs, and can be found at Spotify, Apple, or wherever you stream music. Other original music in this episode is by Sounds Like Sanders, and Tencher Music, all of whom have royalty free music available at Storyblocks. That’s . For more behind the scenes info on the creators of the story and the music, visit . Finally, if you like what you’re hearing, please follow, leave a rating, and tell a friend. “My Name Is Sheba” is a product of Subplay Creative.
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Chapter 26: The Pizza Spot
02/06/2023
Chapter 26: The Pizza Spot
Rusty and Sheba go out—It’s a date! “My Name Is Sheba,” is the twice monthly fictional saga of iconic jazz/R&B artist, Sheba Hawkins, who rose from obscurity as an orphan, to superstardom, and the music she created along the way. It’s also about the creative life, and the beautiful struggle… a different kind of story. “My Name Is Sheba” is written around the original music from the album of the same name, by singer/songwriter Kandace Springs. You can find “My Name Is Sheba” the album, and the podcast, wherever you listen. We suggest starting with episode one, and following along. This chapter of My Name Is Sheba was written, recorded, and produced by me, Monroe Jones. The series is based on music from the album, My Name Is Sheba, by Kandace Springs, and can be found at Spotify, Apple, or wherever you stream music. Other original music in this episode is by Jason Donnelly, Media Music Group, Enzo Orefice, Giuseppe Rizzo, Humans Win, and Tencher Music, all of whom have royalty free music available at Storyblocks. That’s . For more behind the scenes info on the creators of the story and the music, visit . Finally, if you like what you’re hearing, please follow, leave a rating, and tell a friend. “My Name Is Sheba” is a product of Subplay Creative.
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Chapter 25: Where To Now?
01/22/2023
Chapter 25: Where To Now?
Sheba gets dropped from the label. It rocks her world, and sends her to a dark, introspective place. Rusty and Birdie are there to help her pick up the pieces. “My Name Is Sheba,” is the twice monthly fictional saga of iconic jazz/R&B artist, Sheba Hawkins, who rose from obscurity as an orphan, to superstardom, and the music she created along the way. It’s also about the creative life, and the beautiful struggle… a different kind of story. “My Name Is Sheba” is written around the original music from the album of the same name, by singer/songwriter Kandace Springs. You can find “My Name Is Sheba” the album, and the podcast, wherever you listen. We suggest starting with episode one, and following along. This chapter of My Name Is Sheba was written, recorded, and produced by me, Monroe Jones. The series is based on music from the album, My Name Is Sheba, by Kandace Springs, and can be found at Spotify, Apple, or wherever you stream music. Other original music in this episode is by Jason Donnelly, Enzo Orafice, Vheissu, Neil Cross, Media Music Group, OKO, Faces Of Alex, and Tencher Music, all of whom have royalty free music available at Storyblocks. That’s . For more behind the scenes info on the creators of the story and the music, visit . Finally, if you like what you’re hearing, please follow, leave a rating, and tell a friend. “My Name Is Sheba” is a product of Subplay Creative.
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The Story Behind The Story (Part 2) with Kandace Springs
01/11/2023
The Story Behind The Story (Part 2) with Kandace Springs
“My Name Is Sheba,” is the twice monthly fictional saga of iconic jazz/R&B artist, Sheba Hawkins, who rose from obscurity as an orphan, to superstardom, and the music she created along the way. It’s also about the creative life, and the beautiful struggle… a different kind of story. “My Name Is Sheba” is written around the original music from the album of the same name, by singer/songwriter Kandace Springs. You can find “My Name Is Sheba” the album, and the podcast, wherever you listen. We suggest starting with episode one, and following along. This chapter of My Name Is Sheba was written, recorded, and produced by me, Monroe Jones. The series is based on music from the album, My Name Is Sheba, by Kandace Springs, and can be found at Spotify, Apple, or wherever you stream music. Other original music in this episode is by Jason Donnelly, New Library Sounds, Raighes Factory, Gushito, John Presstone, and Tencher Music, all of whom have royalty free music available at Storyblocks. That’s . For more behind the scenes info on the creators of the story and the music, visit . Finally, if you like what you’re hearing, please follow, leave a rating, and tell a friend. “My Name Is Sheba” is a product of Subplay Creative.
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Chapter 24: Feels Like Home
12/25/2022
Chapter 24: Feels Like Home
Sheba visits Birdie and Rusty at the children’s home in Brooklyn. It’s the first time she’s been back to Branford since she was a little girl. She spends the day making the rounds, they hang in the cellar as Sheba reconnects with the old upright piano, then they go to Birdie’s house. “My Name Is Sheba,” is the twice monthly fictional saga of iconic jazz/R&B artist, Sheba Hawkins, who rose from obscurity as an orphan, to superstardom, and the music she created along the way. It’s also about the creative life, and the beautiful struggle… a different kind of story. “My Name Is Sheba” is written around the original music from the album of the same name, by singer/songwriter Kandace Springs. You can find “My Name Is Sheba” the album, and the podcast, wherever you listen. We suggest starting with episode one, and following along. This chapter of My Name Is Sheba was written, recorded, and produced by me, Monroe Jones. The series is based on music from the album, My Name Is Sheba, by Kandace Springs, and can be found at Spotify, Apple, or wherever you stream music. Other original music in this episode is by Jason Donnelly, Audio Waves-Eliche Remblon, Humans Win, Gushito, Marshall Usinger, OKO, and Tencher Music, all of whom have royalty free music available at Storyblocks. That’s . For more behind the scenes info on the creators of the story and the music, visit . Finally, if you like what you’re hearing, please follow, leave a rating, and tell a friend. “My Name Is Sheba” is a product of Subplay Creative.
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Chapter 23: So Close
12/12/2022
Chapter 23: So Close
Sheba meets Burg! They end up working together in the studio, and collaborating on one of Sheba’s songs. Original song: Simple Things, by Kandace Springs. “My Name Is Sheba,” is the twice monthly fictional saga of iconic jazz/R&B artist, Sheba Hawkins, who rose from obscurity as an orphan, to superstardom, and the music she created along the way. It’s also about the creative life, and the beautiful struggle… a different kind of story. “My Name Is Sheba” is written around the original music from the album of the same name, by singer/songwriter Kandace Springs. You can find “My Name Is Sheba” the album, and the podcast, wherever you listen. We suggest starting with episode one, and following along. This chapter of My Name Is Sheba was written, recorded, and produced by me, Monroe Jones. The series is based on music from the album, My Name Is Sheba, by Kandace Springs, and can be found at Spotify, Apple, or wherever you stream music. Other original music in this episode is by Jason Donnelly, Humans Win, Media Music Group, Marshall Usinger, Raighes Factory, Mood Mode, Jack Bennett, and Tencher Music, all of whom have royalty free music available at Storyblocks. That’s . For more behind the scenes info on the creators of the story and the music, visit . Finally, if you like what you’re hearing, please follow, leave a rating, and tell a friend. “My Name Is Sheba” is a product of Subplay Creative.
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Chapter 22: Simple Things
11/28/2022
Chapter 22: Simple Things
Sheba finds herself at odds with her producer, Beat Vin, who keeps pushing for Sheba to be anyone other than who she really is. Sheba decides to humor him, and come up with the worst song she can think of on the spot. He loves it. Original song: Cat Fight, by Kandace Springs. “My Name Is Sheba,” is the twice monthly fictional saga of iconic jazz/R&B artist, Sheba Hawkins, who rose from obscurity as an orphan, to superstardom, and the music she created along the way. It’s also about the creative life, and the beautiful struggle… a different kind of story. “My Name Is Sheba” is written around the original music from the album of the same name, by singer/songwriter Kandace Springs. You can find “My Name Is Sheba” the album, and the podcast, wherever you listen. We suggest starting with episode one, and following along. This chapter of My Name Is Sheba was written, recorded, and produced by me, Monroe Jones. The series is based on music from the album, My Name Is Sheba, by Kandace Springs, and can be found at Spotify, Apple, or wherever you stream music. Other original music in this episode is by Jason Donnelly, Anita Tatlow, Michael Vignola, C. Tencher, Jack Bennett, Jon Presstone, and Tencher Music, all of whom have royalty free music available at Storyblocks. That’s . For more behind the scenes info on the creators of the story and the music, visit . Finally, if you like what you’re hearing, please follow, leave a rating, and tell a friend. “My Name Is Sheba” is a product of Subplay Creative.
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Chapter 21: Hello Luna
11/14/2022
Chapter 21: Hello Luna
Sheba graduates high school from Clearwood Academy, signs with RMLG, moves to New York, and begins work on her first album. They surround her with music industry veterans, who try to make Sheba conform to their vision of a “hit” artist. Original song: A Girl Could Get Used To This, by Kandace Springs. “My Name Is Sheba,” is the twice monthly fictional saga of iconic jazz/R&B artist, Sheba Hawkins, who rose from obscurity as an orphan, to superstardom, and the music she created along the way. It’s also about the creative life, and the beautiful struggle… a different kind of story. “My Name Is Sheba” is written around the original music from the album of the same name, by singer/songwriter Kandace Springs. You can find “My Name Is Sheba” the album, and the podcast, wherever you listen. We suggest starting with episode one, and following along. This chapter of My Name Is Sheba was written, recorded, and produced by me, Monroe Jones. The series is based on music from the album, My Name Is Sheba, by Kandace Springs, and can be found at Spotify, Apple, or wherever you stream music. Other original music in this episode is by Jason Donnelly, Giuseppe Rizzo, Humans Win, Enzo Orefice, C.j. Harris, and Tencher Music, all of whom have royalty free music available at Storyblocks. That’s . For more behind the scenes info on the creators of the story and the music, visit . Finally, if you like what you’re hearing, please follow, leave a rating, and tell a friend. “My Name Is Sheba” is a product of Subplay Creative.
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The Story Behind The Story (Part 1)
10/31/2022
The Story Behind The Story (Part 1)
“My Name Is Sheba,” is the twice monthly fictional saga of iconic jazz/R&B artist, Sheba Hawkins, who rose from obscurity as an orphan, to superstardom, and the music she created along the way. It’s also about the creative life, and the beautiful struggle… a different kind of story. “My Name Is Sheba” is written around the original music from the album of the same name, by singer/songwriter Kandace Springs. You can find “My Name Is Sheba” the album, and the podcast, wherever you listen. We suggest starting with episode one, and following along. This chapter of My Name Is Sheba was written, recorded, and produced by me, Monroe Jones. The series is based on music from the album, My Name Is Sheba, by Kandace Springs, and can be found at Spotify, Apple, or wherever you stream music. Other original music in this episode is by Jason Donnelly, Humans Win, Simon Sharp, Michael Vignola, and Tencher Music, all of whom have royalty free music available at Storyblocks. That’s . For more behind the scenes info on the creators of the story and the music, visit . Finally, if you like what you’re hearing, please follow, leave a rating, and tell a friend. “My Name Is Sheba” is a product of Subplay Creative.
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Chapter 20: Good-bye Shelli
10/17/2022
Chapter 20: Good-bye Shelli
Sheba and Sheila Dull have a major confrontation. Sheba now knows and accepts who she is, and the path ahead. They come to an understanding. Sylvia Rheem calls to say that the label meeting was a huge success. She’s got full support, and wants to plan for Sheba’s signing, and ascent as an artist. “My Name Is Sheba,” is the twice monthly fictional saga of iconic jazz/R&B artist, Sheba Hawkins, who rose from obscurity as an orphan, to superstardom, and the music she created along the way. It’s also about the creative life, and the beautiful struggle… a different kind of story. “My Name Is Sheba” is written around the original music from the album of the same name, by singer/songwriter Kandace Springs. You can find “My Name Is Sheba” the album, and the podcast, wherever you listen. We suggest starting with episode one, and following along. This chapter of My Name Is Sheba was written, recorded, and produced by me, Monroe Jones. The series is based on music from the album, My Name Is Sheba, by Kandace Springs, and can be found at Spotify, Apple, or wherever you stream music. Other original music in this episode is by Jason Donnelly, Tom Goldstein, Media Music Group, Humans Win, Michael Vignola, Anita Tatlow, biggrez, OKO, and Tencher Music, all of whom have royalty free music available at Storyblocks. That’s . For more behind the scenes info on the creators of the story and the music, visit . Finally, if you like what you’re hearing, please follow, leave a rating, and tell a friend. “My Name Is Sheba” is a product of Subplay Creative.
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Chapter 19: Pinch Me
10/03/2022
Chapter 19: Pinch Me
Sheba, Tula, and Jay are chauffeured to New York, courtesy of RM Label Group. They spend the day wooing Sylvia Rheem, Paul Fairway, Don Latham, and the staff. Original song: I Don’t Want Love Anymore, by Kandace Springs. “My Name Is Sheba,” is the twice monthly fictional saga of iconic jazz/R&B artist, Sheba Hawkins, who rose from obscurity as an orphan, to superstardom, and the music she created along the way. It’s also about the creative life, and the beautiful struggle… a different kind of story. “My Name Is Sheba” is written around the original music from the album of the same name, by singer/songwriter Kandace Springs. You can find “My Name Is Sheba” the album, and the podcast, wherever you listen. We suggest starting with episode one, and following along. This chapter of My Name Is Sheba was written, recorded, and produced by me, Monroe Jones. The series is based on music from the album, My Name Is Sheba, by Kandace Springs, and can be found at Spotify, Apple, or wherever you stream music. Other original music in this episode is by Jason Donnelly, OKO, biggrez, Gushito, Media Music Group, Humans Win, and Tencher Music, all of whom have royalty free music available at Storyblocks. That’s . For more behind the scenes info on the creators of the story and the music, visit . Finally, if you like what you’re hearing, please follow, leave a rating, and tell a friend. “My Name Is Sheba” is a product of Subplay Creative.
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Chapter 18: Sylvia Rheem Makes Her Move
09/19/2022
Chapter 18: Sylvia Rheem Makes Her Move
Sheba meets Sylvia Rheem. Sylvia invites Sheba to New York to spend the day at the label. However, Sheila and Brad Dull do not approve of Sheba’s pursuit of music. So, she plots to skip school with her best friend Tula, and make the trip. “My Name Is Sheba,” is the twice monthly fictional saga of iconic jazz/R&B artist, Sheba Hawkins, who rose from obscurity as an orphan, to superstardom, and the music she created along the way. It’s also about the creative life, and the beautiful struggle… a different kind of story. “My Name Is Sheba” is written around the original music from the album of the same name, by singer/songwriter Kandace Springs. You can find “My Name Is Sheba” the album, and the podcast, wherever you listen. We suggest starting with episode one, and following along. This chapter of My Name Is Sheba was written, recorded, and produced by me, Monroe Jones. The series is based on music from the album, My Name Is Sheba, by Kandace Springs, and can be found at Spotify, Apple, or wherever you stream music. Other original music in this episode is by Jason Donnelly, Humans Win, bzur, Marshall Usinger, Jason Szklarek, and Tencher Music, all of whom have royalty free music available at Storyblocks. That’s . For more behind the scenes info on the creators of the story and the music, visit . Finally, if you like what you’re hearing, please follow, leave a rating, and tell a friend. “My Name Is Sheba” is a product of Subplay Creative.
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Chapter 17: Carter Meets Birdie
09/05/2022
Chapter 17: Carter Meets Birdie
Carter Baird goes snooping for the deeper story, landing at Branford, and meeting Birdie and Rusty. Sheba’s life and path start to emerge as she takes stock of her friends at school, J-Wax Records, reconnecting with Rusty and Birdie, and her growing fanbase. Sylvia Rheem reaches out. “My Name Is Sheba,” is the twice monthly fictional saga of iconic jazz/R&B artist, Sheba Hawkins, who rose from obscurity as an orphan, to superstardom, and the music she created along the way. It’s also about the creative life, and the beautiful struggle… a different kind of story. “My Name Is Sheba” is written around the original music from the album of the same name, by singer/songwriter Kandace Springs. You can find “My Name Is Sheba” the album, and the podcast, wherever you listen. We suggest starting with episode one, and following along. This chapter of My Name Is Sheba was written, recorded, and produced by me, Monroe Jones. The series is based on music from the album, My Name Is Sheba, by Kandace Springs, and can be found at Spotify, Apple, or wherever you stream music. Other original music in this episode is by Jason Donnelly, Humans Win, Michael Vignola, and Tencher Music, all of whom have royalty free music available at Storyblocks. That’s . For more behind the scenes info on the creators of the story and the music, visit . Finally, if you like what you’re hearing, please follow, leave a rating, and tell a friend. “My Name Is Sheba” is a product of Subplay Creative.
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Intermission Episode: LIFE OF WEEN
08/22/2022
Intermission Episode: LIFE OF WEEN
In this, our second intermission episode we’re once again doing something a little different. It’s kind of a palette cleanser. I hope you like it. It’s a new concept for a series called, “I Had This…”, as in I had this house, this car, this one teacher. Or, in the case of this episode, “I Had This Dog.” We all have those quirky standout stories we experience and remember…and look back on as being unique, or special. And sometimes, we actually learn something. This episode is entitled “Jake The Ween.” It’s a true story, and you can follow him on his Instagram account, @jaketheween. Last thing… I have an ask here: If you want to hear more of these, or even have an idea yourself, I’d love for you to let me know. I’m not quite sure we’re gonna make this a series yet. But if it resonates, that’d be great. Just email me at . Thanks! This special episode was written, recorded, and produced by me, Monroe Jones. Loops, tracks, and other music created by the host, yours truly, using Splice, Storyblocks, Logic, and Pro Tools. The version you heard of “Alone Again Naturally,” was performed by James Parker. It was written and originally performed by Gilbert O’Sullivan. If you like what you’re hearing, please don’t forget to subscribe, leave a rating, and tell a friend. Thanks, and make sure you join us for the next episode. The “I Had This…” series is a product of Subplay Creative.
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Chapter 16: Sweet Sixteen
08/08/2022
Chapter 16: Sweet Sixteen
We check in with Burgundy and Blue on their world tour, as their G550 reaches cruising altitude. Burg reveals more to Carter Baird in a late night, off-the-record conversation. Sheba sells out a 3,000 seat amphitheater through tickets they sold at the record store, after grassroots marketing, and catches the attention of major label exec, Sylvia Rheem. Rusty brings Birdie to the show. “My Name Is Sheba,” is the twice monthly fictional saga of iconic jazz/R&B artist, Sheba Hawkins, who rose from obscurity as an orphan, to superstardom, and the music she created along the way. It’s also about the creative life, and the beautiful struggle… a different kind of story. “My Name Is Sheba” is written around the original music from the album of the same name, by singer/songwriter Kandace Springs. You can find “My Name Is Sheba” the album, and the podcast, wherever you listen. We suggest starting with episode one, and following along. This chapter of My Name Is Sheba was written, recorded, and produced by me, Monroe Jones. The series is based on music from the album, My Name Is Sheba, by Kandace Springs, and can be found at Spotify, Apple, or wherever you stream music. Other original music in this episode is by Jason Donnelly, Humans Win, Media Music Group, and Tencher Music, all of whom have royalty free music available at Storyblocks. That’s . For more behind the scenes info on the creators of the story and the music, visit . Finally, if you like what you’re hearing, please follow, leave a rating, and tell a friend. “My Name Is Sheba” is a product of Subplay Creative.
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Chapter 15: A Shepherd's Heart
07/25/2022
Chapter 15: A Shepherd's Heart
Sheba, now a teenager working in a record store in Philadelphia, reconnects with Rusty after they catch up in a nearby diner. They talk until sunset, Rusty filling her in on Branford, and Sheba taking it all in. Both inwardly process the moment, and the fact that they are no longer kids, but young adults who are attracted to each other. Rusty struggles with whether or not to reveal the identity of Sheba’s bio parents. Original song: My Best Friend, by Kandace Springs. “My Name Is Sheba,” is the twice monthly fictional saga of iconic jazz/R&B artist, Sheba Hawkins, who rose from obscurity as an orphan, to superstardom, and the music she created along the way. It’s also about the creative life, and the beautiful struggle… a different kind of story. “My Name Is Sheba” is written around the original music from the album of the same name, by singer/songwriter Kandace Springs. You can find “My Name Is Sheba” the album, and the podcast, wherever you listen. We suggest starting with episode one, and following along. This chapter of My Name Is Sheba was written, recorded, and produced by me, Monroe Jones. The series is based on music from the album, My Name Is Sheba, by Kandace Springs, and can be found at Spotify, Apple, or wherever you stream music. Other original music in this episode is by Jason Donnelly, Jon Presstone, Paul Mitchell Beebe, Humans Win, Rent Kid, Volodymyr Piddubnyk, and Tencher Music, all of whom have royalty free music available at Storyblocks. That’s . For more behind the scenes info on the creators of the story and the music, visit . Finally, if you like what you’re hearing, please follow, leave a rating, and tell a friend. “My Name Is Sheba” is a product of Subplay Creative.
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Chapter 14: The Dull Life
07/11/2022
Chapter 14: The Dull Life
Sheba settles into life with her adoptive family. But it quickly becomes evident that neither party is actually who the other thought them to be. As Sheba struggles to maintain her identity, she finds a quirky group of kids at school, who become her tribe. As the Dull’s basically leave Sheba to her own device, she begins writing, recording, and posting to her Youtube channel late at night in her room, building an audience. “My Name Is Sheba,” is the biweekly fictional saga of iconic jazz/R&B artist, Sheba Hawkins, who rose from obscurity as an orphan, to superstardom, and the music she created along the way. It’s also about the creative life, and the beautiful struggle… a different kind of story. “My Name Is Sheba” is written around the original music from the album of the same name, by singer/songwriter Kandace Springs. You can find “My Name Is Sheba” the album, and the podcast, wherever you listen. We suggest starting with episode one, and following along. This chapter of My Name Is Sheba was written, recorded, and produced by me, Monroe Jones. The series is based on music from the album, My Name Is Sheba, by Kandace Springs, and can be found at Spotify, Apple, or wherever you stream music. Other original music in this episode is by Jason Donnelly, Humans Win, Neil Cross, Bzur, Jon Presstone, Media Music Group, Gushito, and Tencher Music, all of whom have royalty free music available at Storyblocks. That’s . For more behind the scenes info on the creators of the story and the music, visit . Finally, if you like what you’re hearing, please follow, leave a rating, and tell a friend. “My Name Is Sheba” is a product of Subplay Creative.
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Chapter 13: Exile
06/27/2022
Chapter 13: Exile
We catch up with Sheba’s biological parents Burg and Colette, of Burgundy and Blue, through their Vanity Fair interview with Carter Baird. Burg and Colette, we find, have masked the pain of their loss, with the pursuit of success. By channeling their pain through the beauty of well-crafted words and melody, they’ve now reached the pinnacle of stardom and celebrity. The duo is reluctant to share, as Carter digs for the deeper story, he knows they are hiding. “My Name Is Sheba,” is the biweekly fictional saga of iconic jazz/R&B artist, Sheba Hawkins, who rose from obscurity as an orphan, to superstardom, and the music she created along the way. It’s also about the creative life, and the beautiful struggle… a different kind of story. “My Name Is Sheba” is written around the original music from the album of the same name, by singer/songwriter Kandace Springs. You can find “My Name Is Sheba” the album, and the podcast, wherever you listen. We suggest starting with episode one, and following along. This chapter of My Name Is Sheba was written, recorded, and produced by me, Monroe Jones. The series is based on music from the album, My Name Is Sheba, by Kandace Springs, and can be found at Spotify, Apple, or wherever you stream music. Other original music in this episode is by Jason Donnelly, Humans Win, John Presstone, Timothy Stephens, Michael Vignola, and Tencher Music, all of whom have royalty free music available at Storyblocks. That’s . For more behind the scenes info on the creators of the story and the music, visit . Finally, if you like what you’re hearing, please follow, leave a rating, and tell a friend. “My Name Is Sheba” is a product of Subplay Creative.
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Chapter 12: A Real Family
06/13/2022
Chapter 12: A Real Family
Just as Sheba begins to find her way, and forge relationships with those who love her for the quirky little girl she is, she meets her adoptive family. Enter Brad And Sheila Dull. “My Name Is Sheba,” is the biweekly fictional saga of iconic jazz/R&B artist, Sheba Hawkins, who rose from obscurity as an orphan, to superstardom, and the music she created along the way. It’s also about the creative life, and the beautiful struggle… a different kind of story. “My Name Is Sheba” is written around the original music from the album of the same name, by singer/songwriter Kandace Springs. You can find “My Name Is Sheba” the album, and the podcast, wherever you listen. We suggest starting with episode one, and following along. This chapter of My Name Is Sheba was written, recorded, and produced by me, Monroe Jones. The series is based on music from the album, My Name Is Sheba, by Kandace Springs, and can be found at Spotify, Apple, or wherever you stream music. Other original music in this episode is by Jason Donnelly, Enzo Orefice, Humans Win, Suite Tracks Music, and Tencher Music, all of whom have royalty free music available at Storyblocks. That’s . For more behind the scenes info on the creators of the story and the music, visit . Finally, if you like what you’re hearing, please follow, leave a rating, and tell a friend. “My Name Is Sheba” is a product of Subplay Creative.
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Chapter 11: What Goes Around
05/30/2022
Chapter 11: What Goes Around
After discovering Dr. Horowitz’s evil intent to make Sheba her experiment, Rusty, at great risk to himself and others, plots her downfall. “My Name Is Sheba,” is the biweekly fictional saga of iconic jazz/R&B artist, Sheba Hawkins, who rose from obscurity as an orphan, to superstardom, and the music she created along the way. It’s also about the creative life, and the beautiful struggle… a different kind of story. “My Name Is Sheba” is written around the original music from the album of the same name, by singer/songwriter Kandace Springs. You can find “My Name Is Sheba” the album, and the podcast, wherever you listen. We suggest starting with episode one, and following along. This chapter of My Name Is Sheba was written, recorded, and produced by me, Monroe Jones. The series is based on music from the album, My Name Is Sheba, by Kandace Springs, and can be found at Spotify, Apple, or wherever you stream music. Other original music in this episode is by Jason Donnelly, Enzo Orefice, Humans Win, Bzur, Michael Vignola, Suite Tracks Music, and Tencher Music, all of whom have royalty free music available at Storyblocks. That’s . For more behind the scenes info on the creators of the story and the music, visit . Finally, if you like what you’re hearing, please follow, leave a rating, and tell a friend. “My Name Is Sheba” is a product of Subplay Creative.
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Chapter 10: Rusty Comes Home
05/16/2022
Chapter 10: Rusty Comes Home
Rusty Decker, troubled kid, and a victim of the system, finds himself back in Branford for the fourth time, after living by his wits on the street. His friendship with Birdie, and fascination with Sheba, begin to warm Rusty’s heart, win his trust, and change his life. Rusty notices a concerning transformation happening from within: he’s beginning to care about others. “My Name Is Sheba,” is the biweekly fictional saga of iconic jazz/R&B artist, Sheba Hawkins, who rose from obscurity as an orphan, to superstardom, and the music she created along the way. It’s also about the creative life, and the beautiful struggle… a different kind of story. “My Name Is Sheba” is written around the original music from the album of the same name, by singer/songwriter Kandace Springs. You can find “My Name Is Sheba” the album, and the podcast, wherever you listen. We suggest starting with episode one, and following along. This chapter of My Name Is Sheba was written, recorded, and produced by me, Monroe Jones. The series is based on music from the album, My Name Is Sheba, by Kandace Springs, and can be found at Spotify, Apple, or wherever you stream music. Other original music in this episode is by Jason Donnelly, Vheissu, Ray Aley, Jack Bennett, Enzo Orefice, Michael Vignola, and Tencher Music, all of whom have royalty free music available at Storyblocks. That’s . For more behind the scenes info on the creators of the story and the music, visit . Finally, if you like what you’re hearing, please follow, leave a rating, and tell a friend. “My Name Is Sheba” is a product of Subplay Creative.
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Chapter 9: Sheba Strikes A Chord
05/02/2022
Chapter 9: Sheba Strikes A Chord
Sheba begins to secretly explore her music on the old upright piano, as she sneaks in and out of the cellar. She learns to play the system, and appease the doctor, but unbeknownst to her, she’s discovered by the groundskeeper, John Bird. “My Name Is Sheba,” is the biweekly fictional saga of iconic jazz/R&B artist, Sheba Hawkins, who rose from obscurity as an orphan, to superstardom, and the music she created along the way. It’s also about the creative life, and the beautiful struggle… a different kind of story. “My Name Is Sheba” is written around the original music from the album of the same name, by singer/songwriter Kandace Springs. You can find “My Name Is Sheba” the album, and the podcast, wherever you listen. We suggest starting with episode one, and following along. This chapter of My Name Is Sheba was written, recorded, and produced by me, Monroe Jones. The series is based on music from the album, My Name Is Sheba, by Kandace Springs, and can be found at Spotify, Apple, or wherever you stream music. Other original music in this episode is by Jason Donnelly, Adrian Berenguer, Bzur, Bobby Cole, and Tencher Music, all of whom have royalty free music available at Storyblocks. That’s . For more behind the scenes info on the creators of the story and the music, visit . Finally, if you like what you’re hearing, please follow, leave a rating, and tell a friend. “My Name Is Sheba” is a product of Subplay Creative.
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Chapter 8: My Best Friend
04/18/2022
Chapter 8: My Best Friend
Dr. Vivian Horowitz, published child psychiatrist, emerges as Sheba’s full-blown antagonist, But by her pressure tactics, she unwittingly pushes Sheba into deeper self-discovery, and a knowledge of her path, when Sheba stumbles onto the old piano in the cellar. “My Name Is Sheba,” is the biweekly fictional saga of iconic jazz/R&B artist, Sheba Hawkins, who rose from obscurity as an orphan, to superstardom, and the music she created along the way. It’s also about the creative life, and the beautiful struggle… a different kind of story. “My Name Is Sheba” is written around the original music from the album of the same name, by singer/songwriter Kandace Springs. You can find “My Name Is Sheba” the album, and the podcast, wherever you listen. We suggest starting with episode one, and following along. This chapter of My Name Is Sheba was written, recorded, and produced by me, Monroe Jones. The series is based on music from the album, My Name Is Sheba, by Kandace Springs, and can be found at Spotify, Apple, or wherever you stream music. Other original music in this episode is by Jason Donnelly, Bzur, Jack Bennett, Adrian Berenguer, and Tencher Music, all of whom have royalty free music available at Storyblocks. That’s . For more behind the scenes info on the creators of the story and the music, visit . Finally, if you like what you’re hearing, please follow, leave a rating, and tell a friend. “My Name Is Sheba” is a product of Subplay Creative.
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