In this riveting episode of the Jazz Flyte Podcast, Darell welcomes the multi-talented Johnny Britt - singer, trumpet virtuoso, and masterful keyboardist. Recognize him from Impromp2? From his gospel-infused childhood in Cleveland's House of God Church to his ventures into RnB, Johnny's musical odyssey is nothing short of remarkable. Tune in to hear his early days with the band, The Courageous Young Men, designed to inspire youth and keep them off the streets. And did you know? Johnny assumed the trumpet, with its three valves, would be a breeze to master. Little did he know, it would lead to a memorable gig with Arsenio Hall!

But that's not all - get ready for a trip down memory lane as Johnny recounts a pivotal encounter with The Temptations' founding member, Otis Williams. Hear how a chance meeting in an empty auditorium reshaped his career, leading him to become The Temptations' Music Director.

Today, Johnny's not just rocking the stage but the airwaves with his radio show, The Turntable. Dive into the story behind his book, “The Soloist”, and discover his innovative "Soloist Sessions" - a unique blend of book readings and soul-stirring acoustic sets. Plus, get the inside scoop on the hit “Going Out of My Head” and learn how Johnny gave it a groundbreaking duet twist.

Wrapping up, Johnny leaves us with golden wisdom on the evolving world of music. It's not just about chasing the trend but being authentically you. In the music industry, it's people that matter. Don't miss this heartwarming episode filled with passion, perseverance, and pure talent.