Meet our Board

Jellybean Johnson

Producer | Drummer | Guitarist | Member of the Time | Soul Train Legends Award Winner

Jellybean Johnson is the drummer of the Prince created band The Time. Jellybean is one of the architects of a unique blend of music that was created in Minnesota and called the Minneapolis Sound.

Jellybean's resume includes: drummer/guitarist/writer/engineer/producer for both local and national talent including creating a number one pop song for Janet Jackson, “Black Cat.” Billboard's Critic's Picks ranked “Black Cat” as Janet Jackson's best song of all time in 2017.

Jellybean moved to Minneapolis from Chicago as a 12 year old teaching himself to play the drums as a kid with friend and current band mate Morris Day. Although he had picked up guitar as a teen it was while a student at the University of MN a professor there encouraged him to be bi-instrumental so Jellybean refined his skills as a world class guitarist as well.

In 1980 Prince united members of Flyte Tyme, of which Jellybean was a member, and Grand Central to form the band, The Time. Jellybean has been their drummer ever since. The Time toured with Prince and The Revolution and went on to be the rival band in the film “Purple Rain”. Prince also formed a band called The Family using Jellybean as it's drummer yet again.

Jellybean also wrote, produced and played on many songs by nationally known artists during his time at Flyte Tyme Studios including Patti LaBelle, Nona Hendryx, New Edition, Alexander O'Neal, Mint Condition, and the Human League.

As a guitarist Jellybean has lent his playing to many songs and recordings and plays nationally in the Blues circuit. Locally, in the Twin Cities, you will see Jellybean most nights of the week sitting in with local artists and in his own band, The Jellybean Johnson Experience. The Jellybean Johnson Experience also presents several shows each year promoting and performing with up and coming bands and artists.

Jellybean is the recipient of twenty Gold and Platinum albums, Minnesota Music Awards, Minnesota Black Music Awards, and ASCAP Awards. He has also been honored with a special Local Legends Award for his drumming.

Jellybean's custom made suit jacket that he wore in the film “Purple Rain” was donated to the Minnesota History Museum securing his place in the history of Minneapolis music for all time.

Founder

Jazz Bragg

Entrepreneur | Artist | HR Professional | Media Designer | Psychology Student | Black Mental Health Advocate | Northside Homeowner

Jazz Bragg is a natural-born creative and entrepreneur with a deep passion for music, art, and storytelling. By day, she works as an HR professional, dedicated to building strong, inclusive workplaces where people can thrive. Outside or her professional role, Jazz channels her creativity as a visual and media artist, blending design, culture, and community into her work.

Jazz is currently pursuing a degree in Psychology with the goal of becoming a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). She is deeply passionate about mental health and believes in using creativity as a bridge between healing and self-expression. Jazz is also dedicated to fostering connection and building community within North Minneapolis.

Rooted in a lifelong love for the arts, she is passionate about preserving and uplifting the legacy of the Minneapolis Sound. As board member, Jazz brings her creative vision, leadership experience, and heart for people to help ensure that the sooty of the Minneapolis Sound continues to inspire future generations.

Founder & Board Member

Aaron Cleveland

Chief Operating Officer | Build 4 Impact

Aaron Cleveland is the Chief Operating Officer for Build 4 Impact, where he brings deep expertise in nonprofit leadership, exhibit design, and operational strategy. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Middle School Education from the University of Louisville and has a diverse background spanning public education, theme park operations, and zoological and museum management.

Mr. Cleveland has served in leadership roles on numerous nonprofit boards and committees, including Vice President of the Board of Directors for the Central Indiana Land Trust and President of the Board of Directors for the Minneapolis Sound Museum. As a committee member, he has contributed to various initiatives within the Zoological Association of America and other mission-driven organizations.

A former volunteer with SIA: the Comanche Nation Ethno-Ornithological Initiative, Mr. Cleveland played a role in preserving Comanche cultural artifacts while supporting one of the largest collections of live eagles in North America. SIA was the first organization to breed the critically endangered Hawaiian hawk in captivity. Mr. Cleveland is recognized as a subject matter expert in reptile and arachnid husbandry, with published journal articles and numerous seminars presented on husbandry and propagation practices.

He has led the design, development, and installation of museum and zoological exhibits for both domestic and international facilities. His work includes the full redesign and fabrication of 15 galleries and more than 70 interactive components at the National Eagle Center, integrating fine arts, cultural interpretation, and natural history. He also developed comprehensive renderings, plans, feasibility studies, and economic impact analyses for a proposed science center in Red Wing, Minnesota.

Widely respected for his skill in grant writing and strategic documentation, Mr. Cleveland regularly supports nonprofits in creating compelling grant proposals, feasibility reports, and economic impact statements. His experience and vision continue to shape impactful, mission-driven projects across the country.

Board President

Bianca Rhodes

Emmy Award–Winning Media Professional | Filmmaker | Photographer | Educator

Bianca Rhodes is an Emmy Award–winning media creative with over 25 years of experience in film, photography, and media education. She is dedicated to amplifying Black voices, preserving community stories, and using visual storytelling to empower and inspire.

A Cum Laude graduate of Saint Cloud State University, Bianca began her media journey at age 14 with TPT’s Emmy Award–winning show Don’t Believe the Hype, sparking a lifelong passion for storytelling and community engagement.

As founder of BLovely Production and LeMae Photography, she produces films, documentaries, and photography projects that celebrate authenticity, identity, and cultural legacy. Her notable work includes Rondo: Beyond the Pavement and the #MNBlackLife photo exhibit.

Bianca also mentors youth and adults in media skills, serving on boards such as FilmNorth, KFAI Radio, and Keystone Community Services. Through every project, she inspires others to own their narratives and shape the future of media. Currently she is working on a documentary about growing up in the Minneapolis Sound, "Daughter of the Minneapolis Sound."

Board Vice President

Eric Rogers

Since 1992, I have operated The Paisley 5 & Dime. It is a global resource for all fans and collectors of Prince & Minneapolis-based musicians. We have over 8,000 vetted and dedicated collectors.

I have also been active on the Board of The Minneapolis Sound Museum since it's inception and have been active with formation, decisions and ideas. In addition, I also have been a Promoter for events over several states since 2015 featuring the Music of Minneapolis and Prince's purple circle of musicians.

I have developed great friendly and professional relationships with mostly all of the members of bands within the Minneapolis Sound.

I would love to continue to be part of the growth of something I believe so strongly in.

Secretary & Board Member

Amber Rogers

I have been honored to be a part of the Minneapolis sound museums board and efforts from inception.

I bring 30+ years of experience that include organizational development, sales & marketing, transaction facilitation, nonprofit, and board experience.

I also work extensively within the Minneapolis sound efforts of the Paisley 5 & Dime, promoting the artist, legacy and culture of the Minneapolis sound and it’s related artist.

Online and social media presence, regional events, and direct efforts in supporting alumni artists interest.

Board Member

Lyndon Barsten

Author | Civil Rights Activist

Lyndon Barsten is the author of the non-fiction book "Truth At Last", an inside look into Dr. Martin Luther King's assassination. His prodding pushed the FBI to release the 40,000 pages of their investigation of his murder in a digital format so all interested parties could afford to have it. He has spoken at many Civil Rights functions, including the Congressional Black Caucus of the US Congress.

Board Member