This week we are talking di tings with singer, songwriter, actor, and multi-instrumentalist, JC Casely, aka Casely; an artist shaped by the intertwined rhythms of his Trinidadian, Panamanian, and Jamaican heritage.

Known for his angelic vocals, genre-blending sound, and breakout hit "Emotional",Casely discusses how music has played an integral role in his life since birth; from his paternal Panamanian-Jamaican grandmother (a highly regarded pianist), to the Calypso and Soca his Trinidadian mother played at home. Like many Caribbean-American children, Casely's childhood was rooted in education, music, and “broughtupsy"; all of which contributed to his artistry. 

In this episode, we explore the evolution of his artistry, from attending the prestigious Berklee College of Music, to collaborating with Pitbull, Machel Montano, System 32 (Mical Teja & Kevin Beharry), to his acting roles on Nickelodeon and HBO, and placements on soundtracks for films like "Easy A" and "Step Up 3-D"; as well as how it feels to, through his music, bring global visibility to his culture. Casely discusses his journey in the entertainment industry, lessons learned, navigating identity, the traditions he plans to pass down to his son and so much more! 

Casely journey thus far, his family's musically rich legacy, & the legacy he'll leave his son, reminds us that generational wealth is not only monetary and that our stories don’t begin with us, and won’t end with us.

Casely's story is awe-inspiring, bridging tradition and modernity; underscoring why staying true to oneself is the ultimate artistic expression.

So grab your tea, coffee, or a glass of wine, and let's talk di tings! 

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