Classic City Vibes

We kick off our new season of interviews with Sam Lipkin of Volumes Hip Hop.  Learn more about the Athens Hip Hop scene, Volumes Hip Hop, local Rap festivals and more!  Volumes Hip Hop, founded by Sam Lipkin in January 2017, is a community-driven organization focused on media and event production. Volumes has two primary goals: capturing the history of the Athens hip hop scene in the present while providing coverage for independent artists that they can use, and helping artists of all experience levels perform on stages in front of their target audiences. Sam moved to Athens in 2011 to attend UGA, where she graduated in 2015 and decided to make the transition to Athens townie. With a passion for journalism and music, Volumes started as a monthly zine before evolving into digital-based media and hosting events of all sizes.

Zakk interviews Joey and Ben of Bleach Garden.  You don't want to miss this fascinating conversation with one of the best local bands around.  You can listen to Bleach Garden at:https://bleachgarden94.bandcamp.com/https://www.instagram.com/bleachgarden94/https://open.spotify.com/artist/74v0EH5Gl2zsUhXXWzGJyI

This week on the podcast we talk about Beach Reads!  We have back with us Lindsay, Carley, and Jen to give their take on the concept, favorite books, suggestions, and more!   If you love books then don't miss this episode.

This week we talk with local realtor and TV host Tara Ewing about her role on the show  American Dream TV and what makes this area such a wonderful place to live, from exotic farms, to music, to painting and much more.You can follow Tara on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/taraewing90

This week we sit down with uber talented Cassie Chantel.  Cassie is an amzing artist and is doing lots of great work in the community.  Great Conversation that I hope you enjoy.Check out Cassie's work at:https://www.tribehouserecords.com/cassie-chantelBioLeading with the story-telling element of classic Hip Hop while being as unorthodox as today’s Rap/Pop music, Cassie Chantel is a recording artist whose body of work cannot be categorized with generic labels. The tone of her voice defies gender and sexuality stereotypes with its ambiguous depth and transcends into her image. Known for embodying both feminine and masculine energy, Chantel gives a fresh perspective to the music industry. Named Songwriter of the Year for the Vic Chestnutt Award (2021) and Best Female Rapper for the Athens Hip Hop Awards (2013, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2022) Chantel is already considered a legend in her hometown of Athens, Ga. Her small-town support has tumble-weeded itself into international support with more than 400k streams across all countries. 

Zakk of Classic City Vibes sat down with Pascal Cureton for a great conversation about Pascal's work with the local music scene. "Pascal Cureton is the current Lighting Director/Designer for the legendary 40 Watt Club in Athens, GA. In addition to his work at the 40 Watt, Cureton designs light shows for local acts. Past design clients include Feather Trade, Sacred Bull, Monsoon, Powerkompany, and the Boybutante Ball."

This week we interview DJ/Producer Ellwin of the Nightshade Family.  Learn about Ellwin's journey and his eclectic taste in music.  You can find some of Ellwin's work at https://soundcloud.com/ellwindubstep.

Today we talk with Athens comic book writer and artist James Burns.  James has been making comics for over 20 years.  Learn about how his popular Grumbles series got started and his various projects through the years.  You can find out more about James at burnscomics.com.

Today's guest is poet Gary Grossman.  Gary has a wide range of talents ranging from musician to poet to forager.  Gary shares his story and takes us through the many different creative endeavors that he has pursued.  You can find Gary's graphic novel and cookbook  at Add Drug and Neighborhood Books in ATH, and his comic at Avid Books.  You can find more information about Gary on his website https://www.garygrossman.net/.

Tyler, Alex, and Briton join us on Classic City Vibes to talk about their podcast "Here Come The Sequels".  It is great conversation you don't want to miss.  You can listen to "Here Come the Sequels" on all major podcast platforms.  You can find out more about them at https://herecomethesequels.blogspot.com/

This week we talk with Athens R&B artist Trevon.  Don't miss it!Trevon, a smooth and soulful R&B artist from the music-rich town of Athens, Georgia, has been singing and making music for most of his life. Trevon’s two older brothers encouraged him to begin creating music. While Trevon draws inspiration from the oldies such as Al Green and Stevie Wonder (Songs he’d listen to on car rides with his family), artists of the present such as John Legend and Miguel have impacted him as well. Trevon is probably best known for his rendition of “Arthur’s Theme” which has over 40,000 plays across platforms, but he is working hard to break out with original music. In addition to singing, Trevon writes, produces, records, and mixes most of his own music. While Trevon is both professionally and self-taught in many facets, he is always trying to learn more to make better music for himself and all those who listen. In the past year, Trevon has collaborated with talented artists such as Bokeh Heights,SYNC.EXE, and Victoria Lagerström. He hopes to work on more collaborative projects in the future.Links: https://ampl.ink/k3zny (Links to many different platforms where people can listen to mymusic)https://www.instagram.com/3trevon/https://twitter.com/3trevon

This week we celebrate our 50th episode with some special guests and our favorite topic of books!  Lindsay Josey, Jenn Schumann, and Carley Stewart from ARLS come on to talk about all things books.  It is a fun episode and something we hope to do more of in future.  Hope you enjoy.

This week Zakk talks with the amazing Screamo band Clavus.  Clavus endorses the use of Screamo Money: the Intangible Currency of Passion and Ephemera.  You can listen to Clavus at:https://clavusga.bandcamp.com/

This week we talk with the talented Libbaloops.  Libbaloops is an electronic musician and looping artist based in Athens, Georgia. She offers fun interactive shows where audiences of all ages inspire the music and choose the sounds and instruments for each loop! Check out her Twitch channel for live improv looping every Thursday at 7 PM.  We had a blast talking with her and there is even a little live performance.Twitch:  https://www.twitch.tv/libbaloopsWebsite: https://www.libbaloops.com

This week we talk with the creative minds behind the amazing JOKERJOKERtv!JOKERJOKERtv helps our creative community thrive by creating opportunities for artists to innovate, collaborate, and connect with audiences in Athens GA and around the world.Check out more about JOKERJOKERtv at https://jokerjokertv.com

This week we talk with Dr. Corey Flowers.  Dr. Corey Flowers is a guitarist and composer currently based in Lawrenceville, Georgia. He holds teaching positions at Agnes Scott College, Piedmont College, and with the UGA Community Music School. In addition to classical pursuits, Corey also writes and performs rock/metal music featuring a blending of styles, extended range instruments, mixed meters, virtuosic soloing, and intricate rhythms. His primary projects include the metal bands Beast Mode and Jet Engine Dragons. Additionally, he has recorded several solo instrumental EPs and most recently, a new full-length titled, I Must Not Forget This. He can also be found, mostly on YouTube, performing covers with the project Coriander.https://linktr.ee/corey.flowershttps://www.instagram.com/corey.flowers/https://coreyflowers.bandcamp.com/https://www.facebook.com/coreyflowersmusichttps://www.youtube.com/@corey.flowersProjects:https://www.facebook.com/BeastModeGahttps://www.facebook.com/jetenginedragonshttps://www.facebook.com/musicbycoriander“Let it Go (metal cover)” - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ibKOs6k0tAU

This week we have LindaMarie who is a crafter, cosplayer, and fursuiter who relocated to Athens, Georgia right before the 2020 quarantine. LindaMarie has been making her own costumes for seven years, and recently leveled up her sewing skills into making fursuit partials. She has a special affinity for darker magical girl anime such as Madoka Magica and shows off her Kyoko Sakura cosplay (pictured in part here) whenever she gets a chance. LindaMarie has also roped her friends, family, and partner into cosplay groups and attending furry conventions. She deeply appreciates their enthusiasm and encouragement of her hobbies, along with their willingness to act as human action figures when called upon. LindaMarie currently works in the computer lab at the Athens Clarke County Library where she spends her time helping patrons and daydreaming about her latest projects. 

Today Nicholas Bradfield of Rabbit Hole Studios joins us to discuss Rabbit Hole Studios and his journey to get where he is today.  It is a great conversation!  You can find more info about Rabbit Hole Studios at :https://rabbitholestudios.orgNicholas Bradfield was born and raised in Wisconsin until the age of 10 when he moved to Las Vegas with his father. After 2 years there he relocated to Athens, GA where his mother found a job working for UGA's veterinary school. He attended Athens Academy until being expelled in 2011 for the possession of cannabis. He is an alumni of Nuci's Space Camp Amped where he fell in love with the music scene and was inspired to form a band and recording studio which has evolved into the White Rabbit Collective and Rabbit Hole Studios. Nick remains an avid independent journalist and political commentator publishing thought crimes on a daily basis via his Twitter account @magicrabeye, standing up for principles and causes such as: freedom of speech, freedom of the press, bodily autonomy, the right to privacy, separation of church and State, LGBT rights, political heterodoxy/anti-extremism, natural medicines and ending the failed drug war. Some of his greatest inspirations include Noam Chomski, Chris Hedges, Dr. Cornel West, Matt Taibbi, Glenn Greenwald among others which inform his political activism as a civil libertarian with slightly socialist-leanings. 

This week we have a interview with local musician Josey.  Josey makes amazing intergalactic music with mostly instruments originating from planet Earth.  Check more of Josey at https://joseytwallace.bandcamp.com.

Interview with Tracy L. Adkins the author of "Ghosts of Athens and Beyond: History and Haunting of North Georgia".   You can find out more about Tracy and her new book at www.tracyadkins.com.  Hope you enjoy the episode!