Local Heat �‪�‬ John Barnes

Keep up with the show in between episodes at instagram.com/localheatmn This month, I sat down with Minneapolis hip-hop artist Brandon Pulphus. We talked about his new album, his involvement with Fair Play Entertainment and a whole lot more!

Keep up with the show in between episodes at instagram.com/localheatmn For the first episode of 2021, I was joined by Minneapolis rock band Distant Edge. we talked about their origins as a band, the challenges of recording in a pandemic, and their new album 'Redlight', out April 23rd

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On this week's episode, I was joined by Twin Cities artist Twain. We talked about his new album 'Central Standard Time' (out February 28th) as well as his jam packed 'Friends of Twain' event happening in March. You can keep up with this episode's guest by following them at instagram.com/twainlo and get your tickets for his March 21st event at friendsoftwain.bpt.me

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On this episode, I sat down with Twin Cities artist Reed Benjamin to talk about his new EP ‘Life & Death of the Human Heart’, the 2nd of 12 planned releases for each month of 2020. 

In addition to sharing the motivations and overall recording process for these projects,  he also gives some career advice for newer artists, speaking on the importance of having your own website.

You can keep up with our guest on all social media @ReedBenjaminn, as well as ReedBenji.com

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On this episode, I sit down with Twin Cities rapper Reel SMOOVV to talk about his new project, as well as the origins of Deeply Rooted Tribe, a rap group of which he is a member.
You can keep up with the guest at the links below, and be sure to check out their new album '31st Century Knights', streaming everywhere January 21st.
twitter.com/iamreelsmoovv
instagram.com/reelsmoovv

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For the first episode of 2020, I sat down with Twin Cities hip-hop artist Chase Vibe! We talked about his most recent project, his ideal approach to releasing content, as well as some things he hopes to accomplish in the new year. This episode's guest can be found on all social media @ChaseVibe, and be sure to check out their new album 'Love, Again.' available on all streaming platforms!