Following his long overdue Breakfast Club interview alongside protege Jon Keith, legendary producer Rodney “Darkchild” Jerkins celebrates his recent induction into the Songwriters Hall of Fame by Teddy Riley with the release of a powerful new project appropriately titled Darkchild Sessions. The 3-pack EP was crafted in Nashville and exclusively presented by Apple Music via Alienz Alive.
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Known for shaping the sound of modern R&B and Pop for over two decades, Jerkins marks this career milestone by bringing together rising Hip Hop voices Jon Keith, Hulvey, and nobigdyl. to reinterpret his iconic records: “He Wasn’t Man Enough” (originally by Toni Braxton), “The Boy Is Mine” (originally by Brandy & Monica), and “One Wish” (originally by Ray J).
Recorded live in Tennessee, the Darkchild Sessions recorded at Apple Music Nashville blend nostalgic melodies with bold lyrical reinvention. Each performance delivers a reverent nod to the originals while ushering in a new era of spiritually grounded storytelling, with Jerkins leading the production.
The release serves as both a celebration of legacy and a glimpse into the future of genre-crossing, faith-rooted creativity. The Nashville Sessions continue Apple Music’s commitment to spotlighting boundary-breaking artists and producers through immersive, collaborative content.
Reflecting on the sonic time capsule experience, Jerkins reveals:
“These songs shaped an era. This new generation is carrying that torch with purpose, to celebrate this Hall of Fame moment by giving these tracks fresh life through the voices of Jon Keith, Hulvey, and nobigdyl., in partnership with Apple Music Nashville, is a full-circle blessing.”