Eleanor Jewel and Jon-Thomas Royston

Recorded August 1, 2024 12:21 minutes
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Description

At the BlackStar Film Festival, conversation partners Jon-Thomas Royston (30) and Eleanor Jewel (44) discuss the value of being a black man in America, music and film production, and the value of community.

Subject Log / Time Code

Jon-Thomas Royston (JT) and Eleanor Jewel (EJ) talk about JT's journey to opening up a studio.
JT expresses the value of being a black man and his connection with the "Black Boy" film and community.
JT discusses his new release of the "Black Girls" film.
EJ asks JT about his fear of beginning to get certified in music production.
JT says love says I don't know, but he's willing to take the time to find out.
JT talks about the importance of service.
JT dives in about having friends in the media industry and how they motivated and inspired him.
JT discusses his investment and identity during his journey.
JT gives advice to up-and-coming artists.

Participants

  • Eleanor Jewel
  • Jon-Thomas Royston

Recording Locations

Kimmel Center For Performing The Arts

Venue / Recording Kit

Partnership Type

Fee for Service