From Prison to Stardom: How Stephen Wesley Turned an 8-Year Sentence into Hit Songs with Slash & T-Pain
Locked In with Ian Bick
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Stephen Wesley, once sentenced to eight years in prison at just 18, found redemption through music. During his incarceration, he discovered his passion, taught himself guitar, and performed for fellow inmates. After his release, he persevered, eventually landing a record deal and collaborating with music legends like Slash and T-Pain.
In this episode, Stephen shares his journey from prison to the music industry, the challenges he overcame, and how he turned his life around through dedication and talent.
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Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick:
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Connect with Stephen Wesley:
IG: https://www.instagram.com/imstephenwesley/?hl=en
Website: https://www.instagram.com/imstephenwesley/?hl=en
Tea Company: https://www.instagram.com/generositeadrinks/?hl=en
Listen to Stephen Wesley on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0MNhan1lhCeQUOnQtG6ZDC
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Timestamps:
00:00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:05:00 Journey Through Relocations
00:11:06 Childhood Dreams of Music and Sports
00:15:43 Meeting the Love of My Life in Newport
00:21:16 Wrongful Conviction and Life in Prison
00:26:54 Non-Violent Conflict Resolution
00:32:14 Building Relationships with Prison Guards
00:37:23 Life Lessons Learned in Prison
00:42:30 The Spark of Performing for Others
00:47:48 Achieving Dreams After Prison
00:53:36 The Power of Music in Community Activities
00:58:45 Embracing Change and Growth
01:04:12 Transitioning from Prison to Music Career
01:09:42 Overcoming Challenges in the Music Industry
01:16:47 Balancing Music and Business
01:21:08 The Generosity Business Model: Giving Through Consumer Goods
01:25:35 Ending Remarks and Future Plans
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