Creator to Creators With Meosha Bean

YoutubeFacebookTiktokInstagramBioDJ Matrix first emerged on the electronic music scene in the mid-1980s with the release of “It’s Time to Rock” in 1986 and “Feel My Bass” in 1988. Though he stepped away from music shortly after, those two tracks went on to achieve underground fame and built him a lasting fan base within the Electro and Miami Bass communities.After nearly four decades, DJ Matrix has returned with “Hypnotic,” a powerful, high-energy track that channels the same bass-driven intensity that defined his early work while fusing it with a modern EDM edge. The single features legendary artist Egyptian Lover, whose music first inspired DJ Matrix to pursue a career in electronic music, making the collaboration both full circle and deeply personal.DJ Matrix’s journey is as dynamic as his sound. Following his early music career, he served in the U.S. Navy and later in the Marine Corps, including deployment during Desert Storm. Music had to be put aside as he focused on military service, raising a young family, and building a career outside of entertainment. He transitioned into corporate finance, becoming a stockbroker and later cofounding Randolph & Main Capital Group, where he continues to champion women and minority-owned businesses as Managing Director of Digital Assets. He also owned and managed professional basketball teams, including the Miami Pit Bulls of the ABA and the East Kentucky Miners of the CBA.Still, music never left his spirit. Encouraged by Egyptian Lover and rediscovering the international impact of his early songs, DJ Matrix returned to the studio with a renewed sense of purpose. His upcoming album, expected later this year or early next, will bridge classic Electro and Miami Bass with today’s EDM landscape. With additional singles and a possible EP on the horizon, he is determined to give longtime fans the sound they have been waiting for while also introducing his style to a new generation of listeners.With “Hypnotic” leading the way, DJ Matrix is proving that his music remains as innovative and relevant as ever. Blending nostalgic analog energy with modern production, he is poised to spark a renewed appreciation for the Electro and Miami Bass sound that helped shape dance music culture.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/creator-to-creators-with-meosha-bean--4460322/support.

Amazon MusicSpotifyTidalInstagram Youtube BioNigerian American artist Ase Odin brings a refreshing blend of Afrobeats, R&B, reggae, and hip-hop, infusing his music with joy, culture, and spirituality. His breakout single “No Wahala” captures the universal stresses of work, money, and daily responsibilities, while offering an uplifting escape through infectious rhythms and melodies. The phrase “no wahala,” meaning “no trouble” in Nigerian Pidgin English, serves as both a mantra and a reminder to embrace life with ease, positivity, and resilience.Born in Benin, Nigeria, and later emigrating to the United States, Ase balances his career as a pharmacist with his lifelong passion for music. His personal journey—supporting family, raising children, and navigating life’s challenges—deeply informs his songwriting, allowing him to connect with listeners on an authentic level. After more than three decades of creating music privately, Ase is now fully embracing his artistry, declaring: “It’s time for me to live my life.”Ase’s work speaks to the global African diaspora, celebrating shared roots and cultural pride. His second release, “Mama Mama,” is a heartfelt tribute to mothers everywhere, delivered in a smooth R&B-reggae fusion. With an upcoming album and multiple singles set for release, Ase is expanding his sound across genres, from love ballads to hip-hop and beyond.At the heart of his music lies a mission: to bring African culture and history to a global stage, highlight themes of spirituality and social justice, and spread a message of hope. His philosophy is simple yet powerful: “Let’s not let anything bog us down. Take one step at a time. Tomorrow will be a different day. No wahala. No trouble.”Dissolve your stress, embrace the rhythm, and experience the uplifting sound of Ase Odin. Connect with him on all platforms for music, videos, and new releases.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/creator-to-creators-with-meosha-bean--4460322/support.

Nashville, TN – Rich Allen is a distinguished singer-songwriter whose music embodies the rich tradition of country storytelling. With a career dedicated to crafting heartfelt narratives, Allen's recent single, "Innocent Kiss," exemplifies his signature style: a warm blend of nostalgic lyrics and genuine emotion reminiscent of classic country. His intuitive songwriting approach, often capturing inspiration in moments, allows him to transform personal experiences into evocative tracks that connect deeply with listeners. Raised in a musical household, Allen's commitment to creating lasting, meaningful songs is evident in his lyric-first philosophy, ensuring each release, from rodeo anthems to personal reflections, delivers an authentic and impactful experience.Innocent Kiss is available now on all streaming platforms.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/creator-to-creators-with-meosha-bean--4460322/support.

Instagram https://chirpradio.org/blog/chicago-sounds-vinto-van-goBioCHICAGO, IL – Psychedelic soul outfit Vinto Van Go is bringing the summer heat withtheir new single “Hot Pants Boots,” a vibrant, groove-heavy track that sets the stage fortheir upcoming album In the Neon Wilderness, out July 4.“It became a party right there in the studio,” says the band’s frontman and lyricist.“Everybody chirping in little bits... the whole construction of the song was so fun.” Builtcollaboratively, the track captures the band’s spontaneous, celebratory energy andreflects their deep roots in Chicago’s psych-rock and soul scene.Described as “the best band at your local bar” and “the ultimate party band,” Vinto VanGo has carved out a distinct space in the city’s live music community. Their sounddraws from the gospel-soaked soul traditions of Chicago’s past while pushing forwardwith layers of distortion, reverb, and psychedelic texture. “I love psychedelic musicbecause it pulls the audience into the music. You’re not an observer anymore. You’reinside it.”“Hot Pants Boots” has already become a live staple. “When we play it live, peopleimmediately start dancing and cheering. Some of them are even dressing up for it,” theband shares. “We played a private Pride party last weekend, and the crowd showed upin hot pants and boots, knowing we were going to play that song. That’s the dream.”Vinto Van Go formed during the pandemic, when longtime collaborators and friendsused the pause in touring to experiment together in the studio. Each member brings aunique voice to the group. Ann brings theatricality and character to every vocalperformance. Jon, a bassist from Manhattan who studied under jazz legend Ron Carter,guides the groove with precision. Jason anchors the outfit with sharp, intuitivedrumming. Kevin, the band’s keyboardist and recording engineer, blends his Afrobeatexperience into every arrangement. “We all know what to do and when to leave spacefor each other,” the frontman says. “You can hear that clearly in ‘Hot Pants Boots.’”In the Neon Wilderness is the band’s second album, written and recorded entirely in thepast year. Their debut album dropped in April 2024 and helped solidify their status asone of Chicago’s most exciting live acts. With local indie radio and fans alike rallyingbehind them, the group has developed a loyal following that’s spreading beyond the city.“We’ve got a scene here. If you go to a Vinto Van Go show, you’re going to run into atleast 50 people you love seeing. That kind of community is rare.”As they gear up for their album release and upcoming gigs, including a show in NewYork later this month, Vinto Van Go is keeping it simple.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/creator-to-creators-with-meosha-bean--4460322/support.

Spotify InstagramKING OF THE GLORY GAME OFFICIAL VIDEO BioCAIRO, EGYPT – Rising Egyptian artist RARA has released her electrifying new single,King of the Glory Game," a cinematic and soul-stirring track that channels culturalpride, global connection, and emotional strength. With her signature haunting yetmagnetic vocals, RARA continues to carve out a bold and authentic space in the globalpop landscape this time with a sound that feels as grand as it is heartfelt.The track, layered with vibrant beats, soaring choral elements, and emotionally chargedcrescendos, showcases RARA’s ability to transform deeply personal storytelling intocollective resonance. “‘King of the Glory Game’ is the first song that truly felt like it wasfor people,” RARA shares. “I could sense that this song had the potential to resonate inthe hearts of so many. I wanted to show the world my own authenticity, while stillstaying deeply connected to Egypt.At its core, the song is an anthem of unity. “I wanted to remind people that we are united no matter how different our cultures, religions, or beliefs might be,” RARA explains.“The message was about strength through unity… and I wanted people to feel joy insidethemselves when they listen to it. That kind of joy that feels like light coming fromwithin. The single also stands as a direct tribute to Egyptian football legend Mohamed Salah,whose name is proudly mentioned in the song. RARA noted that part of her intentionwas to honor someone “very important to the Egyptian people.” The track celebrates thepride, determination, and collective spirit Salah represents both in Egypt and aroundthe world. The song’s emotional power is amplified by its rich vocal arrangements. “Recording thechoir was magical,” RARA recalls. “So many voices came together in this one song  itfelt overwhelming in the best way, like I was being lifted by this huge wave of unity.Everyone gave their absolute all  and you can feel it.”Known for her cinematic approach to sound, RARA builds emotional landscapes with each track she releases. But as she puts it, she doesn’t aim for spectacle alone. “I want my music to feel like a big moment   not for the ‘wow effect,’ but so that someone can feel something deep inside. Like they’ve been understood without needing to say a word.” Shot on location in Cairo, the music video for “King of the Glory Game” is an intimate,unfiltered homage to her home. “Cairo is my home. The faces, the smells, themovements it was all mine, all familiar. That wasn’t just a music video, it was me,”she says. “I felt thankful. Thankful that I get to be myself, and share that.”While fans await her forthcoming EP or album, RARA is focused on crafting somethingdeeply personal. “I’m not rushing it. I want it to feel alive  not just something made tocheck a box,” she says. “Every song feels like a piece of me.”As an artist straddling both Egyptian heritage and a global perspective, RARA remainsgrounded in her mission. “It’s a constant conversation with myself,” she says aboutbalancing cultural roots with global sounds. “But deep down, there’s something that’smine  something warm. I try not to lose that.With “King of the Glory Game,” RARA doesn’t just offer a track she offers a momentof connection. And if she can bring someone a moment of peace, she considers it asuccess. “Honestly… just that one day, someone puts on one of my songs on a hardday, and feels like: ‘Okay. I can breathe now.’ That’s it.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/creator-to-creators-with-meosha-bean--4460322/support.

Amazon Music SpotifyMore about artist BioBack in the mid-’80s, James Sifuentes began writing and recording some pretty goodpop rock. He and Bill, his brother and bandmate, dreamed of getting the songs re-recorded professionally, but life, other interests and careers intervened.Then came more life: age 50, cancer, Hodgkins’s lymphoma. He beat that. Ten yearslater, July 2023, turmoil at the hospital where he had been an executive for 19 yearsresulted in his firing. A few months after that, January 2024, he suffered a heart attackwhile interviewing for his current regional manager position with the Chicago ParkDistrict.He didn’t know about the heart attack until he went to urgent care after the interview.At this point, he tells himself that if he’s going to put out his music, he ought to do it, andby March, he persuades himself to get it done.Then, January 2025, disaster for the second January in a row. He is diagnosed withstage 4 pancreatic cancer, but now he is seriously committed to putting out his music.And the result, a year later, is “Summertime,” the single, a jazzy pop-rock anthem to theseason, and Summertime, a 12-track album of some pretty good pop rock transformedinto seriously good pop rock.It’s all under the name Sifuentes. It features Jim, his brother Bill on guitar, and MattRiggen, a multi-talented colleague from the park district, on drums, brass and piano.“Overall, it’s pop rock, but there’s some stuff that fits in different genres.”The single features the rocking guitar and beat you would expect from someoneinfluenced by the Beatles, especially John Lennon and Paul McCartney, funkadelic,(Parliament) and R&;B.And it also has some swinging brass work too.“The ’60s, I was only a little kid,” said Sifuentes. “My dad actually bought Beatlesalbums, and we were just listening to them and, yeah, they became it.”Growing up, living and working in Chicago, “Summertime,” to him, means the end of theice, snow and cold of winter and the “beauty, the energy when people get to go out,wear shorts, barbecue, head to the beach and enjoy a different feeling.”“It’s just trying to capture that feeling and make people feel good when they listen to thesong.”He has been writing, composing, playing and recording music ever since he and hisbrother were teens. At one time, he wanted to do that full time.“We just didn’t pull the trigger, my brother and I. We wanted to get into the studio torecord these songs. We wanted to hear what they would have sounded likeprofessionally.”After the heart attack last year, “I said, ‘I’m gonna get these songs done.’ In March oflast year, I said I’m gonna put out an album, so I set the goal.”But doubts set in: already 60, health not good, and though the music he had written andrecorded was good, he hadn’t been playing much, or singing.Somewhere in here, his daughter Amanda says to him about “Summertime,” which hewrote in his 40s, “I love that song, Dad. You should finish it.”“And I said, ‘You know what? I’m going to do this album. I will release it aroundsummertime, so, I want that to be the title.”He began work, getting back into musical shape, working over his songs, and byNovember, he was back in the studio.Then January, and this time it’s pancreatic cancer. But, “I’m always one to finish a goal.”Now it’s June, and the album is out.“And I celebrated yesterday,” he said. “My staff here at the park district, we held alistening, they called it a listening event, and they played the album. My brother, Mattand I did some of the songs, five of them, just acoustic versions, but it was really nice.”And that’s the story, he said. The love of music, the talent, the gift, has always beenthere, waiting to be unveiled.That’s what he calls it, an unveiling.“People know I play guitar, kind of, but didn’t know this other part of me, that I couldsing, or I can record, and I compose songs. It’s an unveiling of another part of Jim thatpeople might not know.”He wrote most of the songs when he was 18-25. “The Memory” is about where he grewup, “walking around the park, going to school.” “Searching for Another Day” he wrotewhen he was 18.“Life,” coming more than 30 years later, after the first bout with cancer, “kind ofcomplements that song, saying, like, ‘After your search, this is where you’re at.’”“Will You Be Mine” is R&B, “kind of a stepper.” “Loving You Dear,” “a catchy little clubsong.” The last song, “Yes, It’s Me,” started out as a love song to a woman namedOrquídea, orchid in English. It features a Latin flavor and Sifuentes on guitar.“But it became in many ways more about me, showing everyone that it’s me singing,recording, unveiling parts of me that were hidden, and still living fully.”He wrote other songs for people like him and his brother, people who grew up duringthe same period and listened to The Beatles, Elton John, The Who and others.“I’m hoping as they’ve grown and listened to music, it fits right into their lives.”One song, “Rumors,” a fast-moving rocker, is in its original recording of the Sifuentesbrothers from the late ’80s, early ’90s.“I just threw it in because I wanted to get 12 songs done, and it fits the mood of thealbum perfectly.”“Life,” a soft, lovely ballad, has special meaning.“It’s the question every kid gets: What do you want to be in life? I just wanted to befamous and write songs, but you got to live your life for real.”The last lines are:Now that I’m older, I’ve come to beAll the gifts life has given meStill life comes asking one more thingIs this really what it means to be“I have this gift, and I wanted to share it, what I think my brother and I wanted to doback when. When you get that opportunity, like now, go ahead and make that happen.”Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/creator-to-creators-with-meosha-bean--4460322/support.

Spotify Dummy Thick Music Video Tidal Instagram PageBioSouthern positive rapper BamsterG’s latest single, “Dummy Thick,” is a banger intended to bringgood summer vibes to all the men and ladies in the club — but especially the ladies.Thick, of course, is a slang term used as a compliment for curvy women. The addition of dummyadds a superlative, in tribute to the women with even more of that something special.“I wanted to make a song to the touch hearts of all the good-lookin’ ladies who feel like they gotthat big ‘ba-donkey-donk,’” BamsterG laughs. “It’s a fun track, but it’s also player. It’s cool, calm,confident.” The beats were produced by Atlanta-based producers Mercy Beatz and K-Rab (theoriginator of snap music), giving the track an upbeat, club-ready bounce.BamsterG wants his music to celebrate the positive aspects of life, and he calls his musicmotivational hip hop. “I try to motivate people to do better and to be happy,” he says. “It’s nopoint in being sad, man, we only live once. It’s time to get out of that heartbreak, get out of thispredicament, and try to turn that negativity into positivity.”The artist’s roots play a role in his music. While he now lives in the city of Chattanooga, hishometown is Sweetwater, Tennessee, a place that he says is “very country.” From Sweetwaterto Chattanooga, to collaborations with producers in Atlanta, a southern flavor is woven into hissound and style.The name “BamsterG” itself is a family affair. “My dad has called me Bam Bam since I was atoddler, cause I bammed on everything like Bam-Bam in The Flintstones,” he explains. “Then itbecame Bamster from all the sports I played: football, basketball, wrestling. The G is from mylast name, Goodlow.”Additionally, he credits his father, a musician known as John Wayne (real name StacyGoodlow), for initially inspiring him to begin creating music. “He had a home studio, and I wasalways around it,” BamsterG says. “He’s a big part of why I do this.” Other influences includeFuture, Rylo Rodriguez, NoCap, Young Thug and many more.In terms of creative process, sometimes BamsterG starts by writing lines of lyrics, while othertimes he is inspired by a beat and begins freestyling. And sometimes, the process is morecollaborative, involving several members of his creative team.In addition to his father, that team includes Drew Madden, a Chattanooga-based producer he’sbeen working with since 2019. His cousin, Atlanta rapper LDB Justo, is a close collaborator, partof the Lavish Dope Boyz Entertainment label. “You’ve got to have a team,” he says. “If you don’thave a team behind you, it’s really hard to get up.”With his team behind him, consistency is the plan moving forward for BamsterG. He has moresingles on the way, including a follow-up single next month and live performances coming soon.“We’re releasing singles one after the other,” he says. “I’ve got a vault ready. Not just for thisyear, but years to come.”His ultimate hope? “To make people feel good about themselves. Ladies, men, everybody. Andto make a way for my family.”Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/creator-to-creators-with-meosha-bean--4460322/support.

YoutubeFacebookXInstagramBioNORTHERN KENTUCKY – Orchid in the Ivy, the hard-hitting alternative rock triofronted by Brett Scharf, is turning heads with the re-release of their fiery, pop-punkrendition of “Beds Are Burning.” Originally recorded some time ago, the band recentlyremixed and relaunched the track to pave the way for their upcoming five-songEP—proving that rock is far from dead and Scharf’s creative fire is still blazing.“We did a new mix,” says Scharf of the Midnight Oil classic. “We kinda did it a whileago, and we basically did a whole remix... people will maybe recognize it a little bit andthen kinda get your feet wet again with it—and then go with the five song EP after that.”The result? A faster, sharper, and more aggressive version of the politically chargedanthem—reborn through Orchid in the Ivy’s melodic punk-rock lens. “I always thought ithad a great groove to it,” Scharf explains. “I was messing around with it one day andjust thought, ‘God, if we sped this up, this would be more like almost a punk rock tune.’ Idon't think they realized how kind of heavy and punk rock that song could actually be.”For Scharf, who once toured alongside now-household names like Fall Out Boy andMotion City Soundtrack in his early band Spindle, Orchid in the Ivy represents a rebirth.After years of navigating the ups and downs of multiple projects, including RosemaryDevice, Scharf stepped into the role of lead singer “more out of necessity than anythingelse.” That unplanned shift uncovered a sound—and voice—that finally felt right.“I put some vocals down on a couple songs and asked my drummer what he thought.He liked it, and we just kept going forward that way,” says Scharf.Since forming in 2013, Orchid in the Ivy has remained fiercely self-sufficient. The bandrecords everything at Scharf’s own studio, allowing them the space to experiment andevolve. “We were trying to really find out our sound,” Scharf says. “I think in the last fiveor six years, we really found our voice.”That voice blends the emotional punch of Brand New’s The Devil and God Are RagingInside Me with the melodic grit of Alkaline Trio’s Crimson and the urgency of RiseAgainst. The upcoming EP, while not including “Beds Are Burning,” follows hot on itsheels, with singles set to roll out every six to eight weeks.“There’s a little more emotion involved in this one,” Scharf notes of the new material.“The stuff I’ve been writing for this EP—and even the next one—is just a little morepersonal. With everything going on in the world, it just seems like a chaotic time.”Though Scharf’s journey has spanned decades and many stages, his passion hasnever faded. “The older I got, the better the writing got,” he says. “There’s always beenthat inspiration of finding new music, being creative. That’s always been a passion ofmine.”And for fans of raw, heartfelt rock music, the message is clear. “Rock’s not dead,”Scharf insists. “I hope we can burst through the scene and break some barriers again.There’s still a huge audience out there—and just because major labels aren’t signing it,doesn’t mean they’re not there. That’s what rock has always been about: breaking downbarriers.”Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/creator-to-creators-with-meosha-bean--4460322/support.

Justinereneefla instagram Spilled paint. WATCH SERIES HERE Inclinenation Instagram BioJustine Renee is an actor and improviser driven by a deep passion for storytelling and creativeexpression. A graduate of Suffolk University with a degree in Theatre, she has performed in numerous stage productions, including Crimes of the Heart and Hair.Her training includes Improv Performance and Stand-Up at Sak Comedy Lab, as well as improv studies at The Groundlings in Los Angeles. She is also a cast member of the MallRatz Improv Troupe. Justine’s on-screen career continues to grow, with recent credits including Spilled Paint (now streaming on Tubi) and a Lifetime movie set to premiere in late 2025. She is a proud recipient of a Golden Telly Award for Social Change, honoring her work in the arts and beyond.An advocate for embracing authentic creative voices, Justine believes that the power of art lies in ourability to connect with our true selves and express that uniqueness in everything we do.BioThe “extraordinarily mundane” Jamie B. Cline (as no one calls him) likes to liven up life through art, so he decided to get an MFA from USC for (performing) and then stick around Los Angeles because why not. Portraying the role of Patrick Walsh has been an amazing journey amongst some amazingly talented creative artists and hopefully this is just the beginning of everyone’s journey with Spilled Paint. Other recent credits include performing in an online short play by Douglas Stark with Playzoomers, as the Jackalope in Easter Bloody Easter, and as Charles Goodnight in the documentary short Freedom on the Range.  Whether he’s acting, writing, improvising, doing creature work or stunts, Jamie holds to the belief that art should be an experiential journey for everyone and the best part of the collaboration is sharing it with an audience.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/creator-to-creators-with-meosha-bean--4460322/support.

https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/crazyjames/bthdYoutubeInstagramBioLUTON, UK – June 2025 — British rapper Crazy James returns with his latest sonicfirestorm, “BTHD,” a track that fuses raw emotion, stunning lyrical agility, and head-nodding production into one unforgettable ride. With lush piano flourishes and a beatthat’s as fresh as it is infectious, “BTHD” showcases Crazy James at the height of hisartistry—delivering a flow so passionate and magnetic, it’s impossible not to feel it.“BTHD” stands for Bone Thugs-N-Harmony Disorder—a title as intriguing as the recorditself. “I’ve always been a massive fan of Bone Thugs-N-Harmony,” James explains.“They’re a big reason I started rapping. This song is really an homage to them and theirmelodic sound.” While the Cleveland legends never had the same breakout fame in theUK as in the States, Crazy James makes it clear that their influence runs deep in hisDNA.From the first piano note to the final verse, “BTHD” radiates energy and intent. Theproduction strikes a balance between classic and current, evoking nostalgia whilesounding distinctly 2025. James’ delivery is sharp, emotionally charged, and beautifullydynamic, with verses that dance between reflective storytelling and fast-pacedwordplay. “When I heard the beat,” he recalls, “I had the melody in my head straightaway—singing it in the shower, humming it constantly. Even if it was gibberish, I had toget it down. Then I started shaping it into something real.”Fans of anime will find something extra to love in “BTHD” too, with James sneaking inreferences to Dragon Ball Z—a nod to his love of animation and layered lyricism. “I liketo play with words,” he says. “People always say I’m hard to categorize—but that’s thepoint. There’s no sound for me. I just create what’s true.”The single is part of a larger creative vision that includes his forthcoming LP, featuringprevious releases like “Whip It,” “Levels,” “Killer Instincts,” and “Show Me”—many ofwhich have already caught the attention of BBC Introducing. “Everything on the album isintentional,” James says. “You won’t skip a single track.”The new music video reflects that same cinematic ambition. It intertwines visuals forboth “BTHD” and “Killer Instincts,” carrying on a narrative thread started in the “Levels”video. “The goal was to make the visuals feel like a continuous story,” James shares.“There’s even a teaser for the next single, ‘Higher Learning in Berlin.’ We’re planning tofilm in Berlin later this year.”What sets Crazy James apart isn’t just his sound—it’s the spirit behind it. Drawing on achildhood spent across Ghana, Belgium, Congo, Saudi Arabia, and the UK, Jameschannels a multicultural perspective into music that’s rich with soul, struggle, andhonesty. Whether he’s reflecting on mental health, fatherhood, or artistic integrity, hedoes so with an unshakable authenticity.“Performing live is hard,” he admits. “I give all my energy. But it’s worth it. I rap toexpress what’s inside me—and to let people know they’re not alone.”Outside the studio and stage, James juggles a full-time job and fatherhood. “It’s tough,”he says. “But I want to leave something behind—not just for my kids, but for the world.”With “BTHD,” Crazy James proves he’s not just rapping—he’s building a legacy.“Thank you for the support,” he says to fans. “Please keep sharing. More amazingmaterial is on the way.”Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/creator-to-creators-with-meosha-bean--4460322/support.

Youtubehttps://www.lbdcorptherightchoice.comInstagramBioTo her careers as an entrepreneur, author, MC host, and inspirational speaker, CatreseAlston, under the artist name Queen Diamond, has added singer/songwriter to her list ofaccomplishments.She has just released four songs, hip-hop and R and B, but “Money Wave” is THE song.“‘Money Wave’ is talking about me, in a sense, and also as it relates to money,” shesaid. “It’s talking about how you get that money and live that life.”It is kind of like her inspirational speeches rendered in hip-hop, with a beat and a chiming melodyand an upbeat rhythm that perfectly punctuate the lyrics, which are possibly the only hip-hop inexistence that includes the word “portfolio” and the term “LLC.”Imma show you how it’s ’bout to go downPortfolio fat like them 808 drumsLLCs, that’s how freedom comesEvery single deal—ka-ching—outcomes“It’s basically telling you how you can make it,” she said. “I’m telling them you got tohave those LLCs in place, and you got to be able to turn those deals into moneyoutcomes. Sometimes you don’t have to move where everybody can see everything.You need to move in silence. And when you move in silence, but you move effectively,those checks gonna scream loud.”Turn a risk into a ring the way I marry sumsPower moves quiet, then the check screams loudJumpin’ off the jet in designer, head-crowdEagle-eye vision—spot a bag in the cloudIt is almost certainly the most fun financial advice you will ever hear.It is also a personal statement of intent.“I have held back. I’ve had a lot of challenges in life, and I have kind of been on theback burner because I’m always putting everybody else ahead and helping everyoneelse. But now I’m gonna show you how it’s about to go down for me.”Music is something she has always wanted to do, but life, the need to make a living andsome extreme hardships intervened.“I got pregnant at a young age. My mom was murdered when I was five. Mygrandparents raised me and my brother, but they both died by the time I turned 18. So,I’ve always been independent and finding my way, and music was what always mademe feel better.”She passed her love of music on to her children, who are now singers and rappers intheir own right, and she has her own production company, BossCat Entertainment.“I pushed them and supported them, and now they’re pushing and supporting me.”The tipping point that decided her on doing what she always wanted to do, began duringthe time of COVID, when she discovered she had stomach cancer. She beat it, andearly this year she celebrated her fifth year of remission.One particular moment was when she was playing around with her music with a friend,who said, “Oh my God! You should be doing something.”“And I said oh, no, that was a dream I had before, and she said, ‘Okay, you’re not tooold to live your dream.’ And I said, ‘You know what? That’s one of the things I want meto do.’ And so now, after overcoming cancer and even going blind in 2023 and gettingmy vision back, everything that I always wanted to do, I’m going to do it.”Of the four songs she has just released, “It’s My Birthday” is pure hip-hop celebration,with what sounds like a bass sax joining the drum in the beat, and “Pleasure and Pain”is an R&B and hip-hop fusion on relationships — the pleasure and the pain.The other two, “Money Wave” especially but also “Stone Cold Lover,” are Catresestaking out her ground as Queen Diamond.“‘Money Wave’ is letting you know I’m coming forth. I’m wearing the crown, and it is theQueen Diamond era.”In “Stone Cold,” the singer is talking to a lover, but warning him, too.“I’m trying to reach my goals, and although I may want someone to be beside me, and Imay care about you, you can’t let your emotions get involved, because I’m on amission.”I’ma show you how it’s ’bout to go down—Risin’ to the top, we don’t play ’round—Money wave comin’, watch me surf that “Money Wave” is all about the mission, and money is a big part of that, but it’s noteverything.“I’m about building a legacy,” she said. “When you leave this earth, what do you leavebehind? I’m not talking about things that can disappear. Materialistic things, they can bedissolved. How have you impacted somebody else’s life, through inspiration, throughwords, through motivation, through music?”And, the music is also about fun, which comes out when you ask her what she wants todo with it, where she wants to go with it.“I want to have fun with it. I want to be able to reach a vast amount of people, share mystories through my songs, because it’s very relatable to a lot of things that people dealwith in their life, and I want to be encouraging.”Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/creator-to-creators-with-meosha-bean--4460322/support.

SpotifyYoutubeSpellboundpic TwitterBioPamela Edwards McClafferty didn’t grow up hearing war stories. Her father, a WWII veteran,lived in silence with his memories. She noticed that her father-in-law, the quiet sailor, alsoendured as did many other veterans she met. The silence of these men and women is the spiritbehind the haunting ballad, “SOLDIERS NOT FORGOT.”Released just before Memorial Day, this is a song giving voice to what generations of veteranscouldn’t say out loud. It is a tribute “to my father,” Pamela says, “and all who now defend anddid defend and protect our country.”While working on the musical Artland, with Stanley Clarke, the lyrics of this song lingered as shekept thinking about soldiers returning from war. Who did they talk to? How did they feel? Howlonely they must have been. This was long before therapy apps or terms like PTSD.“SOLDIERS NOT FORGOT” is a slow burn. Singer Lain Roy, whose family has a militarybackground, carries the track with a voice that blends soulful grit (reminiscent of John Legend)with deep feeling and memory. As the song reaches its climax, Roy soars into a sustained highnote as the music drops out. It’s pure emotion:In peace, we soldiers live like other menYet a hint, a sound, fans memory’s embers again.“I hope that SOLDIERS NOT FORGOT helps veterans heal from such traumatic experiences ofwar, helps to raise awareness of the soldier’s true stories, and shows the impact war has on ourmilitary members.”Also performing on the track is Tzuriel Tong, whose piano and cello work weave around Roy’svoice with sparse elegance. Tong plays piano and cello and mixed and mastered the track.Michael Parnell was the arranger.The song’s co-producer, Pamela’s partner, Mark McClafferty, feels the weight of the song, too.His father served on the USS Laffey in WWII — known as “the ship that would not die.” Hisfather never spoke about the war until he read the lyrics of this song. “My Dad got emotional. It’sthe first time I had ever seen him cry,” Mark said.“SOLDIERS NOT FORGOT” has that kind of power. It opens doors slammed shut by society.Not for explanation, but for recognition. For remembrance. For release.“Above all, this song is a gift to all veterans, to their families and all people who wonder whathappens to the men and women after their uniforms come off,” Pamela says, “because evendecades later, for many veterans, the war never ends:We fight to the death, we fight to liveThat’s our Hell, for others to liveThat’s what we giveWith “Soldiers Not Forgot,” McClafferty has carved out a space for silence to speak. And for allof us, the recipients of the sacrifice of veterans, to finally hear it.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/creator-to-creators-with-meosha-bean--4460322/support.

Watch film here Aria Appleton Shines https://www.primevideo.com/detail/Aria-Appleton-Shines/0KQQSU3KV9JHQ6LC5HIBWUIXXS BioNathan D Myers is an award winning Creator with Actor, Director and Designer credits. Nathan was the Lead Designer of the Capernaum Studios & Gardens project featured in seasons 1-3 of the global hit, episodic series The Chosen. He recently Production Designed the feature Matter of Time with Sean Astin (Premiering at DIFF this month) and in the process was sworn into the Goonies by “Mikey” himself! Nathan designed the flagship faith-based series County Rescue for Great American Pureflix, now in its second season. He recently held the position of Supervising Art Director on the Rick Eldridge Feature Florida Wild starring Aspen Kennedy, Mira Sorvino, Lee Majors, Chandler Riggs, & Bailey Chase. Nathan also has a small acting role in the film opposite Jonathan Schaech. Nathan is August 2025's Film Camp Director at Dallas Jenkins' The Chosen CHFA Film Camp at Camp Hoblitzelle. Nathan is also the Founder of Grafted Studios, Inc, and Co-Founder of the Fort Worth Actors Studio; As an Actor, he has been on stage and in numerous shorts, shows and several features. He recently guest starred in Vindication Season 4 E2 opposite Todd Terry and Julie K. Rhodes. As a Director, he has Directed several shorts and commercial pieces but he was also the Director of the multiple award winning (including the ICVM Gold Crown Award Feature Comedy Aria Appleton Shines– Releasing this year! He also wrote all six original songs within the very musical movie, and co-wrote additional songs with his biological brothers, The Myers Brothers, songs now attached to the movie. As an Author, Nathan has penned screenplays, commercials, songs, poems, and the upcoming Artist-Unblocking book for Actors and Creatives, Acting Dangerously, emotional memory and PTSD. Nathan is a homeschool Dad of two clever kids and married to the beautiful and talented Bio D’Lytha Myers. D’Lytha Myers is a homeschool mom of a 12 year old daughter and 3 year old son, the Director of Fort Worth Actors Studio, and is the Creator and a Producer of the feature film, Aria Appleton Shines. Prior to bringing forth tiny humans into the world, she was a full time stage and screen actress. She started in 2002 at Casa Mañana, a regional theatre in Fort Worth, as a Resident Actor and teacher. A few of her favorite roles have been in Man of La Mancha (Antonia), Oklahoma! (Gertie), and Roger’s and Hammerstein’s Cinderella (Cinderella), as well as the feature film Rain (starring Academy Award winner Faye Dunaway). She has a B.F.A. in Musical Theatre from The University of Oklahoma, an M.A. in Drama from Texas Woman’s University, and studied abroad at The Gaiety School of Acting in Dublin, Ireland. In her not-so-spare time, she sits on her couch and marvels at God’s sense of humor for giving her a three year old boy in her mid-40’s. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/creator-to-creators-with-meosha-bean--4460322/support.

American Artist MAL€K Releases New Single “Toastto That,” a Genre-Bending Celebration ofSerendipitous ConnectionBioWest Coast artist MAL€K (born Kalin Curran) returns with “Toast to That,” a magneticlead single that weaves hip-hop, pop, and elements of country swing. Building on theemotional depth of his previous work, the track leans into a narrative of unexpectedconnection, capturing that surreal moment when a stranger becomes something more.The track is a nod to fate, flirtation, and the cosmic odds of real chemistry, all setagainst a cross-genre backdrop that reflects MAL€K’s boundary-pushing musicalinstincts.“It’s about that kind of unexpected connection that forms, and moves you so much thatyou want to celebrate it, acknowledge it, or appreciate it in some way,” shared MAL€K.In many ways, this single also serves as a toast to MAL€K’s artistry and technicalprowess, not only highlighting his skill as a writer and storyteller but also underscoringhis evolution into a fully self-sufficient artist. By overseeing every stage of the creativeprocess—from production and mixing to mastering—MAL€K crafts a distinctive soniclandscape, defying genre conventions. “Toast to That” exemplifies his meticulouscraftsmanship, marrying narrative depth with innovative production to deliver a cohesiveand compelling work that cements his place as a contemporary artist.“Years ago, I let someone work on my vocals and was not pleased with the results, so Ipromised myself from that moment I would learn what I needed to, I promised myselfthat no one else would touch my voice or sound, but me!” said MAL€K“Toast to That” is the lead track from MAL€K’s third album, The Never Ending Story PartIII: The Rolling Stone, set to release on May 31st. This album delivers a cinematic sonicpunch, immersing listeners in a vivid, fictional chapter of MAL€K’s life—a restless“rolling stone” with a bottle in one hand and a mic in the other, embodying a rockstar-popstar hybrid caught between chaotic highs and haunting truths.The record journeys through contrasting scenes: from whiskey and picklebacks toserene countryside escapes; from backstage mayhem to the sting of front-pageheartbreaks; from electrifying live shows under neon lights to lost nights battling innerdemons disguised as dreams. Fans can look forward to one more album before thisNever Ending Story saga reaches its powerful conclusion.“It picks up where I left off in The Never Ending Story Part II, so this is meant to beplayed top to bottom, like a movie or story,” explained MAL€K.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/creator-to-creators-with-meosha-bean--4460322/support.

InstagramYoutube SpotifyBioWin Obami is a French-American artist from Nanterre, France who now resides in LosAngeles, California. He has survived a rough childhood, growing up by himself in adangerous environment thanks to his love for music. He makes music in both the R&Band Rap lanes but he’s also carving a path in an entirely new genre that he createdhimself. The name of the genre is “Soulflow,” and it blends elements from Soul, R&Band Rap. By taking strategic elements from each of these genres, he’s able to craft melodic flowsthat seamlessly float between both rapping and singing with emotional weight anddepth. His latest single, titled “Feel Rick Ross,” features Rick Ross and finds Win in therap lane but he has more in store.Win’s single “Feel Rick Ross” features a braggadocious verse from the legendary Miamirapper which pairs well with the confident and upbeat production. Win’s goal was tomake people feel motivated and energetic with the song. However, his verse offerssomething more layered.Throughout his verse, he calls out the behavior of rappers who lack authenticity while also asserting his own rap skills. Writing this verse for the track was not a challenge for Win.“I just hear the beat and the rhythm and then write the lyrics.” he said.While this single showcases Win’s rapping abilities, he prefers singing.“I prefer R&B because it’s easier for me to express my feelings in that style.” he said.Before transitioning to rap, Win was doing covers of R&B and Pop songs at local showsfrom the years 2015-2017. He also was singing from ages 11 through age 15 andbegan to truly develop his abilities by himself at age 12. Even before this, he wassinging around his household at age 7 and his Mom also played R&B there.With his foundation in singing, it’s only right that Win would move on to create a newgenre entirely that combines techniques he’d been utilizing with ones he’s picked upfrom rapping. His musical talent has been a constant throughout the years of his life,even though he’s still young.Win Obami was born September 28, 2003, making him 21 years old as of today. Thefact he created a new genre at this young age is not only a testament to his musicalability but a feat that is uncommon for musically inclined people in general. Aspreviously stated, the name of the genre is “Soulflow.”“Soulflow” is defined as a “genre-defying sound that blends the heartfelt emotion andmelodic richness of classic soul and R&B vocals with the rhythmic complexity and lyricalflow of modern Rap.” However, Win did not purposely create this genre, it justhappened naturally through an AI tool analysis of his vocal style and techniques comingup with a name for it and people’s observations of his voice.“My friends and professionals in the music industry always said my voice was uniqueand different. At the same time, it didn’t fit in the traditional sound of Soul, R&B or Rap. Idecided to just combine them all.” he said.The analysis stated that Win’s vocal style in the Soulflow genre can adapt to a plethoraof production styles and reshape them emotionally. It is a genre that focuses on aconnection to the heart and the soul.The melodic aspects of Soulflow create a hypnotic and meditative feeling as the listeneris taken on the emotional journey through Win’s vocal stylings. Additionally, Win alsocreated the subgenre, “Pop Soulflow”, which takes the core elements from the genreand makes them more accessible for a wider audience through catchy melodies andupbeat pop production elements.In addition to making music, Win Obami is also the head of the music label IceyRecording. By releasing his music through this label Win maintains control of it.Interestingly enough, he wasn’t the founder of the label but took over as lead once theoriginal lead, who was also his mentor, departed.“It’s not hard to run it because I can produce my own songs myself. I’m focused onmaking the music now and will make the necessary connections for marketing next.” hesaid. Win Obami has plans to release more music this year. The music could be in the Rap orR&B lane but more than likely, he will continue to focus on the genre he created -Soulflow.“Feel Rick Ross” is available on streaming services now.You can stay up to date with all the happenings at Win Obami’s music label, IceyRecording, on these platforms.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/creator-to-creators-with-meosha-bean--4460322/support.