Pull Up N Chill with Sean Kiez — Featuring Legendary Music Executive Ian Burke

On this powerful and history filled episode of Pull Up N Chill, Sean Kiez sits down with legendary music manager and industry visionary Ian Burke. One of the key architects behind some of the most influential artists and movements in music history. From discovering groundbreaking groups like Arrested Development and iconic female supergroup TLC, to helping launch the global career of Akon by securing his very first deal, Ian Burke’s fingerprints are deeply embedded in the culture of music. His journey is a masterclass in vision, faith, timing, loyalty, and recognizing greatness before the world catches on. In this unforgettable conversation, Ian Burke opens up about: Discovering and developing legendary artists Helping Jermaine Dupri build So So Def by bringing Xscape into the fold Signing Akon and witnessing the rise of an international superstar Managing the early movement of the Dungeon Family and Organized Noize alongside Atlanta pioneer Rico Wade The art of artist development and understanding true talent Why loyalty, relationships, and timing are everything in business and life Sean Kiez and Ian Burke dive deep into the realities of the music industry the risks, sacrifices, spiritual guidance, and instinct required to help shape careers that would later define generations. Ian explains that his success wasn’t built on luck alone, but on relentless hard work, faith in God, belief in people, and the courage to stand behind talent before it became mainstream. This episode offers rare behind the scenes insight into the golden eras of hip hop and R&B while delivering gems for entrepreneurs, creatives, managers, and dreamers chasing purpose. Ian Burke’s story is a testament that when preparation meets faith, destiny unfolds exactly how it’s supposed to. Watch now on YouTube & Listen on Spotify & Apple Pull up, relax, and chill with Sean Kiez and Ian Burke. #PullUpNChill #SeanKiez #IanBurke #TLC #Akon #Xscape #JermaineDupri #SoSoDef #DungeonFamily #OrganizedNoize #RicoWade #ArrestedDevelopment #MusicIndustry #HipHopHistory #RBHistory #ArtistDevelopment #Podcast #OutNow