Rapper You I Am recently released his first full length album, titled Runaway. By day, he is known better as, Dr. Umar Malik. We sat down to talk all things music, his upbringing, medicine and his single which he recently released (and is donating all of the funds to a non profit in ABQ) You can check out that song here: 'My Town'  You can follow all things You I Am via his social media links, and access his music Here. Facebook.

I got to sit Patrick down to play some duo guitar, and share stories before heading back overseas to work in the middle east. We discuss his journey into music, and what it is like getting to see the world through the lens of your instrument.

Jessi Lloyd is a hat maker Grey Collective Hats and has organized a fundraiser & silent auction in order to raise money for brain cancer research! The event takes place Sunday May 26th, from 3-7 at the OT Circus, downtown Albuquerque.  You can learn more about the event via the Facebook event, here

I sat down down with Felix and David (Felix Y Los Gatos) to talk about their musical stories. We discuss sobriety, hustling for musical work, and future plans of albums to be made and released soon.  You can keep up with their shows via their Facebook Page

Bassist Michael Burt sits down to play some songs, and talk a little bit about his life story. He recently moved to Los Alamos, New Mexico and has been teaching and performing music after a ten year hiatus from playing his bass.

Artist Reyes Padilla sat down to discuss current projects, and his relationship with art and music. You can check out Reyes' artwork via his website here.

Music Enthusiast, Writer, and blogger- Mel Minter has been an active voice for the music community at large across the state of New Mexico (and for national & international artists as well) for decades.

Bassist, Composer and Bandleader Noah Young released his second album Splinter March 22nd through Bubble Bath Records. We sat down to break down the songs, and get into the details of inspirations behind song titles, as well as teasers into a lot of the music on the new album!  You can hear Noah's album through all digital platforms, as well as via the BBR link above.

Trombonist, Percussionist, and Singer Cesar Bauvallet originally hails from Cuba, but has been a staple of the Albuquerque Latin Music scene for the past 26 years. He founded and has led up one of the most successful salsa bands in town, Son Como Son.

Micky Patten is a bassist, guitarist, and former business owner of Grandma's Music & Sound. We sit down to discuss what it took to run a music shop, and what life has been like since retiring, and focusing on playing bass.   

Paul Ingles is an award-winning radio producer, reporter, audio engineer, oral historian, consultant, actor & filmmaker. We sat down to talk about his life's work from his start in broadcasting, his work producing music documentary series on many musical artists, working for NPR and into his move to Albuquerque.

Singer-Songwriter Isaac Aragon sits down to discuss his creative process, working as a physical therapist, and releasing a new single - "Love Bless America". You can check out the single through this link Website. Isaac blends his soul influences and speaks a message of healing and love.

Drummer and radio personality John Trentacosta sits down at the drums to perform three songs, and share a glimpse of his life story. How it was growing up playing drums in New York, to how he ended up in New Mexico, and eventually doing his own radio show.  We also discuss his most current musical project with saxophonist, Doug Lawrence.

Bassist and broadcaster, Howard Cloud sat down to talk about his life's journey. How he got started in the music industry, found his way into the radio world, and what brought him to Albuquerque, NM.   

This is an episode from July 2018 with Michael Anthony and John Maestas. We sat down after putting on a guitar lineage concert, paying homage to our teacher, Michael.

For this episode, I sit down to catch up on everything happening recently. I also discuss the past six months with the podcast, and some information about the previous guests. I also talk about my current art projects/endeavors.

Nesby Phips is a producer, rapper and visual artist based in New Orleans, LA. We sat down at John Maestas' home in New Orleans in September to discuss his creative process, the current state of the arts, and creating ideas using different expressions.  Nesby just dropped an album titled, Therapy, available here iTunes You can follow everything Nesby via his website.

Julian Wild and April Lisette came into the studio to discuss their upcoming debut album, self titled- Wild Humans. You can follow them via their Facebook page, WildHumans You can also follow their BandCamp page.  Here are tickets for their NYE show at the Launchpad- Tickets  

Hillary Smith embodies elegance, force, and soulfulness when she fronts a blues band, an R&B group, or her original Americana band, hONEyhoUSe!   She has been a staple on the Albuquerque Music scene since the 80's, and we sit down to discuss her evolution into the singer and writer she is now.

Clarinetist and Saxophonist, Gregory Agid, sits down to discuss his upbringing from Hawaii to New Orleans. We discuss his years with the late great Alvin Batiste. We then talk about his most recent release on Bubble Bath Records, Jamz. You can hear the Gregory Agid Quartet every Tuesday Night from 6-9 at the Maison!

Trumpeter Ryan Montaño comes on to talk about his next full length album, set to release very soon. We go through and pull apart his songs to discuss inspiration, the writing process, collaborative writing, and even the production side of things.  You can follow Ryan via his website RyanMontano  

Vocalist Kristina Morales talks about growing up in New Orleans, her musical upbringing, her recent EP, and her upcoming full length album that is set to release on Bubble Bath Records. You can follow her by going to Kristina Website You can listen to Kristina on Spotify

Trumpeter Steve Lands sits down to discuss his life as a musician, and his work as an arranger. We also talk about his upbringing and into current projects. You can hear the two tracks featured on this episode via these links. Like Me, Freedom.

Bassist, composer, and band leader (Citizens of Tape City) Artha Meadors comes back on the podcast to discuss his band's re release of their debut EP, She Like Me.  You can listen to that new EP via BubbleBathRecords or Spotify. Also you can follow Artha via his website ArthaMeadorsMusic.

Taylor Mroski is known around New Orleans as an upright/electric bassist, and a terrific one. He is about to release his debut album as a singer songwriter, and guitarist. We sat down to discuss his creative process behind the songs on the album. You can listen to his music via Spotify or Bandcamp

Singer-Songwriter Kevin Herig prepares to release his third solo album this December, Stubborn Heart. We sit down to discuss Kevin's writing process, and his time with Asper Kourt. You can keep up with everything he is doing, and his upcoming releases.

Bassist, composer & bandleader Max Moran sits down to discuss his debut album, Neospectric. Released on the independent record label- Bubble Bath Records on October 12, 2018- it is now available worldwide for purchase, download and streaming. We discuss Max's upbringing here in the city and his connection to New Orleans's giant, Donald Harrison.

Rafael Ponde is a Philadelphia based musician, originally from Salvador de Bahia, Brasil. We sit down to discuss his most recent release titled Live at the Boom Room. You can follow his music through his website Rafael. You can hear his new album on Spotify.

Trevarri Huff-Boone is a young up-and-coming saxophonist living in New Orleans, LA. Originally from Shreveport, LA, he just released his third album called, The World Is Yours Part One.

David Ostrovitz, known better to his students over the 34 years he taught at Manzano High School as- Mr. O, comes on the podcast to discuss his life and career. We get into his first relationship with music, what brought him to Albuquerque, some of his craziest moments in the classroom and what he has been up to since he retired some 5+ years ago.

New York based up-and-coming bassist Gabe Otero comes on the podcast to discuss his beginnings with playing music, as well as his current state. The conversation also covers the topic of higher education and its validity in today's world as a working musician. 

Artist Jim Deaton sits down to converse the ideas of what art can be, and how he expresses himself within his daily routine.  You can view, enjoy and purchase his artwork through clicking the link below.  https://www.jimdeaton.com/  

Bassist Barry Stephenson sits down in a coffeeshop to discuss life in New York, traveling the world playing music, and becoming a father just two months ago.  You can hear Barry's album, 'Basic Truths' by following the first link below, and his website via the second link.  https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/basic-truths/id982265373  http://barrystephensonmusic.com/  

Matt Brewer is a bassist living in the New York area. You can hear him playing and touring around the world with acts such as; Gonzalo Rubalcaba, Aaron Parks, Dhafer Youssef, Antonio Sanchez and his own band.

Patti Littlefield is a singer and radio host in Albuquerque, New Mexico. We discuss her journey getting into music and first performing around the city. You can listen to Patti every Wednesday from 12-1:30pm on KUNM.org or 89.9 if you live in Albuquerque.  You can follow everything Patti is up to through her Facebook page...

DavO sits down to discuss his journey through life, music experiences and travels. He gets in to playing with such acts like Dave Douglas, and Nigerian shaman & drummer, Babatunde Olatunji, as well as his first interactions with Flamenco music.   You can find DavO's music by checking out...

Hakim sits downs to discuss his journey from New Jersey to Albuquerque and becoming the cities first Port Laureate. We speak about what becoming a father did for him artistically and creatively. We also discuss travels, experiences and various cities/places; Philadelphia, South Africa, Nepal and meeting the Dalai Llama.

Albuquerque native, John Maestas is a guitarist/composer/producer/music wizard that has been living in New Orleans, Louisiana for the past six years. The conversation goes between music, living in New Orleans, and starting an independent record label alongside four friends- Bubble Bath Records.  You can find out more by checking out...

Bobby Lloyd is an old high school friend who has gone on to travel around the world led by opportunities and his own curiosity. In this conversation we go on to define what the art of travel and the journey of self discovery can be while traveling and taking on new experiences.

Broadcaster & prolific interviewer, Jake Feinberg comes on the podcast to discuss his life and beginnings in broadcasting. This is a continuation of an interview that is referenced throughout the podcast, and can be found via the link below.  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O2dyb0iA7ic You can also check out Jake's work through visiting his website.

Trumpet player and videographer Ryan Montaño & bassist and bandleader Artha Meadors discuss all things music. From talking about what makes an elite musician, to the creative process of songwriting.  You can hear Ryan Montaño's music everywhere digitally, and keep up with his website for his upcoming new album.

In this podcast I introduce and talk about my relationship with the arts and podcasting. I also speak to why i began this podcast, which has been something I have been wanting to do for much too long.