Of Music and Men

Back on one of our bonus episodes in May 2020, we explored the personality types of all the female-identifying characters. It was a really fun episode and you seemed to like it; it got a really great response. In this BONUS episode, I have some fun revealing the male characters' personality types using 16personalities.com as reference. Also, visit our Pinterest for more on their style.So this episode, I’m going to give you the personality types of all the male characters that we’ve met thus far.Stax: Brandon Stacovski is Kenya’s friend from growing up; she’s known him the longest and their friendship has had (and will have) several different identities. He’s described as a white boy in the books and podcast with a cool “Brad Pitt/Tyler Durdan (Fight Club)” type of personality. He’s one of those people who knows everybody, very outgoing and good-looking, and a player (like Sam Malone from Cheers). So he gives Kenya real, unfiltered insight into men. He works in the financial industry and only loves his job because of the life/lifestyle it provides, but that will change in season 1 - ESFJSoloman: Solomon Dyal is also one of Kenya’s close male friends; she met him during her stint in college (he finished at the fictional Prince Hall U). He’s that guy who wants to be married. It could be a mixture of culture/religion (Indian) that brings about an expectation of marriage or it could be his personality; some people are just the relationship type. He generally seeks Kenya’s insight. He’s a nice guy who seems to always attract women who don’t want anything serious, so there’s that constant conversation about what women want. He’s an entrepreneur too; he runs a start-up that helps concierge doctors. - ISFJLucas: Lucas is Kenya’s artist; she’s only known him for about four years but he’s become like a little brother. He’s young, only 20, and he’s one of those cute, guitar-playing types who’s super talented, so it’ll prove hard for her to wrangle his impatience (Beiber type). Because of popularity on social media, he wants success now. This relationship will prove to be Kenya’s most challenging as she balances having to play almost a mother-type role to him despite this being a professional relationship. - ISFPDerek St. Cyr: Kenya’s primary love interest. Derek is very enigmatic, but not intentionally. We only see him through Kenya’s eyes, so we are force to see only what she sees (and in some cases, we don’t even get that much), and because she’s self-conscious and a little inexperienced, she’s a little intimidated by Derek in the beginning. He comes across very much like Mr. Big on SATC, where we are forced to believe he’s great, but only because Kenya tells us he is. We find that he’s very mature for 27; he has some growing success in whatever it is he does for a living, but he’s grounded so this obvious increase in money and popularity doesn’t seem to be really affecting him. But it takes a while to learn all we, and Kenya, want to...

Thank you for taking the time during this world crisis to still include this program in your daily life.We usually jump right into the episodes, but i just wanted to take a moment to say that your time is greatly appreciated, and if you or a loved one are trying to find ways to find your way back to good health, just know that you’re always in my heart.My hope is that this brings you joy, entertainment, and a much needed escape during your forced solitude. Thank you again, and enjoy the show...Kenya stops avoiding it and finally commits to meeting her father’s new love interest—the 33 y/o. And later, she helps Tk to make a life-changing decision about what’s most important—continuing to “act her age”, or for once, live her dream for true happiness.For full credits and sources on this episode, go to:ofmusicandmen.com/episode2-7-life-is-what-happensCREDITSNarrationEpisode narrated by Kayona Ebony BrownEpisodeWritten, recorded, and produced by Kayona Ebony Brown at Siingle Studios in Washington, DCMUSIC LISTED IN ORDER OF APPEARANCE IN THE EPISODEBisiesto by HiracutchHidden Trails by Broke in SummerUndone by Mona Wonderlick- YouTube: bit.ly/youtube-monawonderlick- Soundcloud: bit.ly/soundcloud-monawonderlick- Instagram: bit.ly/instagram-monawonderlick- Facebook: bit.ly/facebook-mona-wonderlickLook To The Future by Mike Leite @mikeleiteYouTube: goo.gl/7vyqYGFacebook: goo.gl/tuZdv9Soundcloud: goo.gl/x2f58EBorealis by Scott BuckleyCall Me by LIQWYDYOUTUBE:Music by LiQWYDFree download: bit.ly/call-me-free-downloadINSTAGRAM:Music by @LiQWYDWord of the episode:Valiant by JayJen & PratzappFree Download / Stream: fanlink.to/ValiantJPFollow JayJen:Spotify: a...

As Kenya helps nurse Lucas back from illness, she realizes that she has to draw a line. They are business partners, not parent and child. Meanwhile, both J and Ty experience the impressions that younger men can have--good and bad.For full credits and sources on this episode, go to:ofmusicandmen.com/episode2-6-of-age-yetCREDITSNarrationEpisode narrated by Kayona Ebony BrownEpisodeWritten, recorded, and produced by Kayona Ebony Brown at Siingle Studios in Washington, DCMUSIC LISTED IN ORDER OF APPEARANCE IN THE EPISODEReveal by IksonStream/buy Ikson music:- Spotify: goo.gl/GSvyMN- Soundcloud: @ikson- iTunes: itunes.apple.com/se/artist/ikson/id533041587Zdarmania by @NiwelWasted Years by @InossiRelax, man by Le GangLe Gang on SoundCloud: @thisislegangLe Gang on Spotify: spoti.fi/2Nqx1E1Le Gang on Apple Music: apple.co/2tCxx8MLe Gang on YouTube: bit.ly/2Th5V7ESunflower by @SoybmusicTrack: Sunflower — Soyb [Audio Library Release]Music provided by Audio Library PlusWatch: youtu.be/dG1U3NuR9PkFree Download / Stream: alplus.io/sunflowerChildhood by @ScottBuckleyEdited with Adobe Creative CloudTo have your music considered for placement in the show, send us a link where it can be streamed and downloaded. Soundcloud and Bandcamp are two great sites to do so. Go to http://ofmusicandmen.com to submit your music.

Kenya's date with the older guy starts out great--a @BalkanBeatBox show and pancakes at The Diner--but a 20 year age difference quickly reveals some differences in how they see their futures (and present, for that matter).For full credits and sources on this episode, go to:ofmusicandmen.com/episode2-5-the-great-compromiseCREDITSNarrationEpisode narrated by Kayona Ebony BrownEpisodeWritten, recorded, and produced by Kayona Ebony Brown at Siingle Studios in Washington, DCMUSIC LISTED IN ORDER OF APPEARANCE IN THE EPISODEChillin in the 70s by Studio MonkeyGet The Balkan Party Started by @SoundrollThings by @LiQWYD & @thisisLeGang :Music by LiQWYD & Le Gang - Free download: bit.ly/things-free-downloadINSTAGRAM: Music by @LiQWYD & @thisislegangBalkan Partizoni By @SoundrollStrange by Aden @musicbyadenQuirky Latin by Pink ZebraEscape by @NiwelMusic for the Word of the episode:Undertow by @ScottBuckleyEdited with Adobe Creative CloudTo have your music considered for placement in the show, send us a link where it can be streamed and downloaded. Soundcloud and Bandcamp are two great sites to do so. Go to ofmusicandmen.com to submit your music.

Kenya's job overseeing the careers of musicians often blur the lines between professional and parental, when Lucas needs more from her than she can give. And Tk is forced to make a big decision about her music and her day-job.For full credits and sources on this episode, go to:https://ofmusicandmen.com/episode2-4-when-to-startCREDITSNarrationEpisode narrated by Kayona Ebony BrownEpisodeWritten, recorded, and produced by Kayona Ebony Brown at Siingle Studios in Washington, DCMUSIC LISTED IN ORDER OF APPEARANCE IN THE EPISODEAll music for this episode provided by Filmstro - arranged for this episode by KayonaKIDS by @MonaWonderlickMona Wonderlick on Spotify: bit.ly/spotify-mona-wonderlickMona Wonderlick on Apple Music: bit.ly/applemusic-monawonderlickI'm Up In The Clouds by Le GangLe Gang - "Lo-Fi Beats & Chill" (Album) out on Spotify & Apple Music.Le Gang on SoundCloud: @thisislegangLe Gang on Spotify: spoti.fi/2Nqx1E1Le Gang on Apple Music: apple.co/2tCxx8MLe Gang on YouTube: bit.ly/2Th5V7EMusic for the Word of the episode:Horizons by @ScottBuckleyEdited with Adobe Creative CloudTo have your music considered for placement in the show, send us a link where it can be streamed and downloaded. Soundcloud and Bandcamp are two great sites to do so. Go to ofmusicandmen.com to submit your music.

Kenya agrees to go out with a man in his 40s, although she has second thoughts, when she hangs out with her longtime male friend who's her age, she starts to wonder if older men might be better.For full credits and sources on this episode, go to:https://ofmusicandmen.com/episode2-3-men-certain-ageClick here for more info on Don’t Mute DC or go to the credits page.CREDITSNarrationEpisode narrated by Kayona Ebony BrownEpisodeWritten, recorded, and produced by Kayona Ebony Brown at Siingle Studios in Washington, DCMUSIC LISTED IN ORDER OF APPEARANCE IN THE EPISODEAll music for this episode provided by Filmstro - arranged for this episode by KayonaSad Circus x Unminus (Free download)Music for the Word of the episode:Soar by Scott BuckleyEdited with Adobe Creative CloudTo have your music considered for placement in the show, send us a link where it can be streamed and downloaded. Soundcloud and Bandcamp are two great sites to do so. Go to ofmusicandmen.com to submit your music.

While hanging out with J and Ty, the topic of age comes up, and when Kenya reveals that her father is dating someone 33-years-old, she has to admit that she's not handling this like an adult.For full credits and sources on this episode, go to:http://ofmusicandmen.com/episode2-2-where-timelineCREDITSNarrationEpisode narrated by Kayona Ebony BrownEpisodeWritten, recorded, and produced by Kayona Ebony Brown at Siingle Studios in Washington, DCMUSIC LISTED IN ORDER OF APPEARANCE IN THE EPISODEAll music for this episode provided by Filmstro - arranged for this episode by KayonaA Magical Journey Through Space by Leonell Cassio (free download)Music for the Word of the episode:A New Year by Scott BuckleyEdited with Adobe Creative CloudTo have your music considered for placement in the show, send us a link where it can be streamed and downloaded. Soundcloud and Bandcamp are two great sites to do so. Go to ofmusicandmen.com to submit your music.

Kenya realizes that there are some similarities between being a grown-up and being an entrepreneur--neither of which she's gotten any good at yet. Meanwhile, Tk finds that despite what she thinks, Hip Hop has no age limit.For full credits and sources on this episode, go to:https://ofmusicandmen.com/episode2-1-no-time-for-bidingCREDITSNarrationEpisode narrated by Kayona Ebony BrownEpisodeWritten, recorded, and produced by Kayona Ebony Brown at Siingle Studios in Washington, DCMUSIC LISTED IN ORDER OF APPEARANCE IN THE EPISODEAll music for this episode provided by Filmstro - arranged for this episode by KayonaCome On, Let’s Go by Le GangLe Gang on SoundCloud: @thisislegangLe Gang on Spotify: spoti.fi/2Nqx1E1Le Gang on Apple Music: apple.co/2tCxx8MLe Gang on YouTube: bit.ly/2Th5V7EPillow by Mona WonderlickFree download: bit.ly/pillow-download- YouTube: bit.ly/youtube-monawonderlick- Soundcloud: bit.ly/soundcloud-mona-wonderlick- Instagram: bit.ly/instagram-monawonderlickEdited with Adobe Creative CloudTo have your music considered for placement in the show, send us a link where it can be streamed and downloaded. Soundcloud and Bandcamp are two great sites to do so. Go to ofmusicandmen.com to submit your music.

In this Q&A episode, Kayona answers questions about Of Music and Men, talks about her heroes Phoebe Waller-Bridge and Issa Rae, gives insight about the goal for the project, and provides details about how we got to this point.1. What is the goal for this approach to the project?2. Tell us how the podcast differs from the novellas, how the novellas differ from the TV scripts, but what they all have in common.3. You start each episode with what you call a "cold open". How or why did you want to do this?4. How would you describe your writing style?5. The music is very important. Tell us about the journey (past, present, and future) of the music.6. What can we expect moving forward?If you have a question, email us at contact@ofmusicandmen.comOf Music and Men was created to be a television series. Still working toward that, this project continues to grow. I decided to turn each of the those television episodes into its own novella. For this podcast, you're hearing those novellas broken up into sub-episodes that you get each week. The last eight podcast-episodes that you've heard make up the pilot for the TV show (and for that matter, the first novella).Confused yet? lolFor credits on each of the episodes that make up this bonus, visit our episode archive page:https://ofmusicandmen.com/archives/Please support us at Patreon.com/ofmusicandmen

Of Music and Men is a scripted drama-comedy series presented to you in a weekly storytelling podcast format.You thought it was a book, or a short film, or a TV show?Well, all of that is true. Somewhat. Let me explain. Back in 2012, I set out to create a TV show about my life as a single young entrepreneur trying to establish an indie record company in Wash DC. I developed it, wrote the pilot, then made a short film...The thing is, tv shows, even those no budget YouTube ones, still require lots of resources and people. I know exactly what I want the tv show to be, but I believe that timing is everything, and trying to move forward before it’s time would be a disservice to what I know will be a great series someday.So I went another route. The pilot script was recognized in a few reputable industry contests, so knowing that it’s a more than solid story worth telling, I made a short film, then I turned that full season I wrote, 12 episodes of tv scripts, into novellas (little booklets).This podcast is a production, a reading (sometimes dramatic or comedic), of those episodes, sectioned out into easily digestible weekly stories.We follow a 20-something named Kenya Shaw as she works to build a record label while also (as a bachelorette) navigating perhaps the worst city in the country for single women (and not exactly the place you’d expect when it comes to entertainment) -- Washington, DC.Tune in every single week for these stories of music… and men.Music: "Keep on Going" X Khalil IsmailJazz Club by Kriss (Italy) - No.mad EP - copyright 2008 - Licensed by Undercut Records for official use to Of Music and MenTrail by Nobara Hayakawa (Japan) - copyright 2009 - Licensed by Nobara and Intervall-Audio for official use to Of Music and Men

Of Music and Men is a story, so it's best to start listening at episode one. This episode is a bonus episode during our brief hiatus.So, things have remained super busy on my end with writing and meetings. In this episode, I tell you about some of the things I've been writing and some of the meetings I've had. Plus, an update on when we'll be back.Music by Mona Wonderlick - Bloom (download via Soundcloud)Also, check out the Heroes video on Youtube. Just click here.

Of Music and Men is a story, so it's best to start listening at episode one. This episode is a bonus episode during our brief hiatus.I decided not to post an update last week. Sometimes you gotta read the room. There’s a lot going on in this country and I felt like I needed a break from entertainment for a minute. This episode is just a brief update on what's been happening.Music by Mona Wonderlick - Bloom (download via Soundcloud)Also, check out the Heroes video on Youtube. Just click here.

We'll be coming back soon! In this update episode, I give you some insight on progress I'm making with the project and how I plan to move forward to produce new episodes for you soon.Remember, episode two of the novella, "Nothing But A Number," is available on the website for digital download now. Go to https://ofmusicandmen.com/ep2-number/ to learn more.Music by Sro

I wanted to give a quick update about what's been going on since I haven't been producing proper episodes. Don't worry, I'm getting back to it soon.In this episode, I talk a little about working on HBO's VEEP as an intern, recently meeting one of my heroes, Tanya Saracho (creator of Vida on Starz network), writing a new TV pilot during Covid, how I'm navigating trying to promote the new novella, and I give you a peek into what's going on with the novellas, and some writer-insights and things I've been learning over the last few months.Music for this episode is provided by my Swedish friends, Le Gang. The song is "Come On, Let's Go."

So you’ve made it to part two of the Crowdcast interview! But I have a few notes before we start again… I’ve got some good news: You can now go onto the site, ofmusicandmen.com, and be among the first to get the novella for episode two by pre-ordering before its official release date.Due to the recent pandemic, the traditional ways of doing things have gone out the window. I know that entertainment is not an "essential product," so I want to make sure anyone who wants access to my art can get it... whether you can return the favor by paying for it or not.I'M MAKING IT SUPER EASY TO GET THE DIGITAL VERSION OF EPISODE TWO OF THE NOVELLA SERIES, NOTHING BUT A NUMBER.If you can afford to give $1 or more, great. Click the “Give what you can” button. But if you still want to read but cannot support me right now, that's fine as well. Just click the “Read now, give later” button.As mentioned in the last few podcast episodes, as an artistic entrepreneur, the unending of everything around us has altered my normal way of going about things,, but I am certainly not complaining. Financial struggles aside, I’ve personally welcome this as an opportunity to focus on gratitude and completely readjust what’s considered “normal.”Anyway, here’s part two of another recent conversation about the of music and men project. This is a two-parter, so if you didn’t hear the beginning, just go back and listen to episode before this one.Now, my people on Patreon have already gotten this full interview and they received it in video format, but for my regular podcast listener, the audio-only was broken up into two parts.Thanks again for listening, and enjoy the show.Music:Leonell Cassio - A Magical Journey Through Space

Hey, Kayona here. So I’ve got some good news: You can now go onto the site, ofmusicandmen.com, and be among the first to get the novella for episode two by pre-ordering before its official release date.Due to the recent pandemic, the traditional ways of doing things have gone out the window. I know that entertainment is not an "essential product," so I want to make sure anyone who wants access to my art can get it... whether you can return the favor by paying for it or not.I'M MAKING IT SUPER EASY TO GET THE DIGITAL VERSION OF EPISODE TWO OF THE NOVELLA SERIES, NOTHING BUT A NUMBER.If you can afford to give $1 or more, great. Click the “Give what you can” button. But if you still want to read but cannot support me right now, that's fine as well. Just click the “Read now, give later” button.As mentioned in the last few podcast episodes, as an artistic entrepreneur, the unending of everything around us has altered my normal way of going about things,, but I am certainly not complaining. Financial struggles aside, I’ve personally welcome this as an opportunity to focus on gratitude and completely readjust what’s considered “normal.”Anyway, here’s another recent conversation about the Of Music and Men project. Like the last two podcast episodes, this is a two-parter. Now, my people on Patreon have already gotten this full interview and they received it in video format, but for my regular podcast listener, the audio-only will be broken up into two parts. You’ll get the second part next week.Thanks again for listening, and enjoy the show.Music:Leonell Cassio - A Magical Journey Through Space

If you're new, this is a story, so it's best to start at episode one.Hi, Kayona here. Here's part two of last week's interview with Sovereign Noir Publications.I hope you’ve been enjoying the podcast so far, as I've really enjoyed bringing it to you. Episode 2.7 (the last FULL episode you heard) was the completion of book two, or if this were the TV show, it would’ve been episode two of that.With this global crisis, we’ve all been affected, and all of us in different ways. Personally, things have been quite hard for me financially, as I am a small business owner who has made money through artistic gig work over the last few year, which is a double edged sword. It allows me the opportunity to work on my art more consistently, but it’s subject to the whims of people who need you when they need you, and when they don’t need you, then they don’t need you--hence, no income for you.This is especially difficult for me right now as I’m trying to get the next novella (episode two of the series) out to you. Now of course, you just listened to it here with these last 7 episodes of the podcast but the book is a different experience. It was supposed to come out April 2020, but considering everything that’s happening, I’ve had to delay its release. However, I will be making it available to you digitally (on our website, ofmusicandmen.com) within the next few weeks. I’ll let you know here when you can get it.But of course, members of our Patreon club get it free and early as part of their membership. If you’re not a Patron but would like to become one--and honestly, doing so really helps me to make this show every week--you can learn more about it at Patreon.com/ofmusicandmenAnyway, I must take a brief hiatus for the next few weeks to get my mind right and get resources straight, in order to continue producing this podcast. But don’t worry, I’m still going to release shows; it just won’t be proper episodes from the story like you’re normally used to. I’ll be giving you a few Q&As and talks about the project to keep you in the loop.Since I’m doing this project alone, I have to turn my attention to some other aspects that I simply haven't been able to focus on whilst also focusing on the art--namely, trying to figure out how to grow the audience.Anyway, here’s part two of a recent interview I did with the Chief Operator of Sovereign Noir Publications, who incidentally will be publishing the next book for you.Thanks for continuing to tune in, and enjoy the show.Ascent by Mona WonderlickFree download: http://bit.ly/ascent-downloadSubscribe to Mona Wonderlick’s YouTube Channel and SoundcloudBad Circus by Unminus

Hi, Kayona here. I hope you’ve been enjoying the podcast so far, as I've really enjoyed bringing it to you. Episode 2.7 (the last episode you heard) was the completion of book two, or if this were the TV show, it would’ve been episode two of that.With this global crisis, we’ve all been affected, and all of us in different ways. Personally, things have been quite hard for me financially, as I am a small business owner who has made money through artistic gig work over the last few year, which is a double edged sword. It allows me the opportunity to work on my art more consistently, but it’s subject to the whims of people who need you when they need you, and when they don’t need you, then they don’t need you--hence, no income for you.This is especially difficult for me right now as I’m trying to get the next novella (episode two of the series) out to you. Now of course, you just listened to it here with these last 7 episodes of the podcast but the book is a different experience. It was supposed to come out April 2020, but considering everything that’s happening, I’ve had to delay its release. However, I will be making it available to you digitally (on our website, ofmusicandmen.com) within the next few weeks. I’ll let you know here when you can get it.But of course, members of our Patreon club get it free and early as part of their membership. If you’re not a Patron but would like to become one--and honestly, doing so really helps me to make this show every week--you can learn more about it at Patreon.com/ofmusicandmenAnyway, I must take a brief hiatus for the next few weeks to get my mind right and get resources straight, in order to continue producing this podcast. But don’t worry, I’m still going to release shows; it just won’t be proper episodes from the story like you’re normally used to. I’ll be giving you a few Q&As and talks about the project to keep you in the loop.Since I’m doing this project alone, I have to turn my attention to some other aspects that I simply haven't been able to focus on whilst also focusing on the art--namely, trying to figure out how to grow the audience.Anyway, here’s a recent interview I did with the Chief Operator of Sovereign Noir Publications, who incidentally will be publishing the next book for you.Thanks for continuing to tune in, and enjoy the show.Music by Atchhttps://soundcloud.com/atch_musichttps://www.instagram.com/atchmusic/

This is a recap of episode one (first eight podcast episodes).Of Music and Men was created to be a television series. Still working toward that, this project continues to grow. I decided to turn each of the those television episodes into its own novella. For this podcast, you're hearing those novellas broken up into sub-episodes that you get each week. The last eight podcast-episodes that you've heard make up the pilot for the TV show (and for that matter, the first novella).For credits on each of the episodes that make up this bonus, visit our episode archive page:https://ofmusicandmen.com/archives/Please support us at Patreon.com/ofmusicandmen

Determined to get her artist to perform at 9:30 Club, Kenya gives it one more try. But with this new plan, even if she strikes out, she'll still win the game.UPDATE!!! Since the recording of this episode, Barry Farm has received its Landmark Status. Learn more on the credits page for this episode.For full credits and sources on this episode, go to:https://ofmusicandmen.com/episode1-8-little-miss-nobodyCREDITSNarrationEpisode narrated by Kayona Ebony BrownEpisodeWritten, recorded, and produced by Kayona Ebony Brown at Siingle Studios in Washington, DCMUSIC LISTED IN ORDER OF APPEARANCE IN THE EPISODEAll music for this episode provided by Filmstro - arranged for this episode by KayonaStomp Clap Slap by Leon FelekyanNiña by Mona Wonderlick(Free Download): http://bit.ly/nina-download(Look out) She’s America by Otis McDonaldCredits music: Quarter Past Six by Le Gang by Le GangWord of the episode: I Saw A Ghost Last Night by Leonell Cassio Sound effects: Audio BlocksEdited with Adobe Creative Cloud and FilmstroTo have your music considered for placement in the show, send us a link where it can be streamed and downloaded. Soundcloud and Bandcamp are two great sites to do so. Go to ofmusicandmen.com to submit your music.