Critical Breakdown invites a dynamic selection of musicians to film a live acoustic song with no vocal or instrumental backing tracks. The artists we work with identify and organization from our Orgs We Support to highlight as a way to deepen the audience’s engagement in social change. Each organization is featured on Critical Breakdown’s website, and tagged on all content and posts. We work with our artists to faciliate deeper engagement with the organizations and encourage everyone to use their voice and platform to rebuild a broken world - one story at a time.

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  • Get to know Stacy Barthe with Critical Breakdown
    • 3/26/24

    Get to know Stacy Barthe with Critical Breakdown

    In support of WOMB, sit down with us as Stacy Barthe shares her love & gratefulness for being able to work with the legendary Nipsy Hussle.

  • Get to Know Philly with Critical Breakdown
    • 3/19/24

    Get to Know Philly with Critical Breakdown

    We took some time to get into the mind of Philly to find out why her organization is so important to her, in support of the American Cancer Society.

  • Get to know Cookie with Critical Breakdown
    • 3/4/24

    Get to know Cookie with Critical Breakdown

    In support of Hip Hop Caucus, take a seat with us and chat with @cookenasty as she shares her dream collaborations with us.

  • Get to know Gemaine with Critical Breakdown
    • 2/5/24

    Get to know Gemaine with Critical Breakdown

    Get ready to LOL with Gemaine. He shares a hilarious mishap during his performance at Taste of Soul in Inglewood, CA, all in the spirit of supporting the Fernando Pullum Community Art Center.

  • Get to know Naarai with Critical Breakdown
    • 1/15/24

    Get to know Naarai with Critical Breakdown

    Take a second out of your day to listen to Naarai's acoustic set of her song, "Perfect," in support of Kids in the Spotlight.

  • Get to know Jordyn Simone
    • 12/27/23

    Get to know Jordyn Simone

    Dove into the musical galaxy with the incredible Jordyn Simone. She spilled the tea on how the current music scene is totally riding the social media wave. Can you feel the beat of this digital revolution? Let's discuss in the comments – how has social media shaped YOUR music taste?

  • Get to know Malaya
    • 12/18/23

    Get to know Malaya

    Just had the most epic chat with Malaya, and guess what? She spilled the beans on one of her ultimate guilty pleasure songs, and we're convinced it's a vibe that resonates with so many of us! What's YOUR go-to guilty pleasure tune? Drop it in the comments and let's create the ultimate playlist of our shared secret jams!

  • Get to know TA Thomas
    • 12/11/23

    Get to know TA Thomas

    CASA of Los Angeles prioritizes advocating for children and families in LA County's overburdened child welfare and juvenile justice systems. Through an intentional, restorative, and culturally relevant lens, CASA of LA is committed to providing accessible resources and life-affirming connections through action and advocacy.

  • Get to know Marshella Muzic
    • 12/4/23

    Get to know Marshella Muzic

    @MarshellaMuzic shares with us why mental health is so important to her and the community.

  • Get to know Samona
    • 11/20/23

    Get to know Samona

    @SamonaMusic informed us about the organization Grandma's House and how the organization is supporting the children in communities by helping them reach higher scores and provide more educational resources.

  • Get to know ArtbyBlack
    • 11/14/23

    Get to know ArtbyBlack

    @ArtbyBlack shares with us his mother's foundation run out of his home country Zambia, Africa.

  • Get to know Mackenzie
    • 11/1/23

    Get to know Mackenzie

    We sat down with @MackenziesMind to talk about the importance of Black mental health and how BEAM is supporting the Black community by providing accessibility and education on mental health.

  • Get to know Taylor Taylor
    • 10/23/23

    Get to know Taylor Taylor

    We chatted with @TaylorTaylorMusic about CASA LA, why Disney Channel deserves all the flowers, and where she hopes to see the music industry evolve.

  • Get to know Shae Universe
    • 10/9/23

    Get to know Shae Universe

    We're getting into it with @ShaesUniverse on the organization her parents founded, Little Saints, some of her most memorable performances, and manifesting love.

  • Get to know JeRonelle
    • 10/2/23

    Get to know JeRonelle

    We chat with JeRonelle about all things Black mental health, his most embarrassing moment during a live performance and the two pieces of advice he'd give his younger self before entering the music industry.

  • Get to know Ivory Three
    • 9/25/23

    Get to know Ivory Three

    Ivory Three shares the reason why bringing water on stage is always necessary, the impact of Jay-Z’s “Never Change” means so much to him, and why there should be no age limit for people entering the music industry.

  • Get to know Tihane
    • 9/19/23

    Get to know Tihane

    In this very honest conversation, Tihane shares the importance of allyship, the soundtrack to her life, and how she hopes to see the music industry evolve in the coming years.

  • Get to know Alfred Jackson
    • 9/11/23

    Get to know Alfred Jackson

    Alfred Jackson talks about his love for music, his origin story and love for Amazing Grace Conservatory, and some of his most memorable moments throughout his career.