A Musical Mind Richard Raymond II

Bob and Rick shoot the shit, talking about their influences, side hustles, psychedelic experiences and more.  
Today on A Musical Mind:
How Bob’s musical upbringing led to the making of “The Good American Songbook” Why working at Sprouts influences Bob’s sensibilityWhat does and doesn’t make music “psychedelic”  Where to find Bob:
Instagram: @bobcumminsjrSpotify: Bob Cummins Jr.Where to find Rick:
Instagram: @richard_raymond_ii | @yourdads_old45s | @welcometolimeforestSpotify: Richard Raymond II | Lime Forest | Old 45’sEmail: richardraymondthesecond@gmail.com Resources:
Guest Playlist: A Collective Musical Mind“Glimmers” by Richard Raymond IIPsychedelic Soul & Downtempo Sample PackLaid-Back n’ Groovy Sample PackLaid-Back n’ Groovy Guitars Sample Packhttps://www.mountainmusicexchange.com/

From singing songs to a somber glass of whiskey to consistently gigging throughout Chicagoland, Conrad Richards shares his unique story. 
Today on A Musical Mind:
Unpacking Conrad’s compulsion to write songsConrad’s most memorable shows as an attendee and performerLiving in Two Worlds: Contrasting artistry & family lifeThe pros and cons of the ever-changing music industry  Where to find Conrad Richards
Instagram: @mrconradrichardsMusic: Conrad RichardsWhere to find Rick:
Instagram: @richard_raymond_ii | @yourdads_old45s | @welcometolimeforestSpotify: Richard Raymond II | Lime Forest | Old 45’sEmail: richardraymondthesecond@gmail.com Resources:
“Glimmers” by Richard Raymond II“Wahsatch Sahwatch” by Old 45’s“Big Hits” by Lime ForestPsychedelic Soul & Downtempo Sample PackLaid-Back n’ Groovy Sample PackLaid-Back n’ Groovy Guitars Sample Packhttps://www.mountainmusicexchange.com/

Adrian and Rick discover similarities in their musical upbringings and bond over their love for both music and sports.  
Today on A Musical Mind:
How basketball impacted Adrian’s artistryA love for character development and plot: Adrian’s “prompt first” writing processCreating space for basketball and music Where to find Adrian:
Instagram: @adrian_d_watkins Spotify: Adrian WatkinsWhere to find Rick:
Instagram: @richard_raymond_ii | @yourdads_old45s | @welcometolimeforestSpotify: Richard Raymond II | Lime Forest | Old 45’sEmail: richardraymondthesecond@gmail.com Resources:
Guest Playlist: A Collective Musical Mind“Glimmers” by Richard Raymond IIPsychedelic Soul & Downtempo Sample PackLaid-Back n’ Groovy Sample PackLaid-Back n’ Groovy Guitars Sample Packhttps://www.mountainmusicexchange.com/

After doing time straight out of high school, Johnny tells Rick how he became the acclaimed singer and producer he is today.
Today on A Musical Mind:
Salsa & Soul: How being raised in NYC influenced Johnny’s tasteHow making beats helped Johnny find his calling as a singer What happened after getting hacked *twice* on IGJohnny’s forthcoming record, “All I Ever Wonder”Where to find Johnny:
Instagram: @johnnyburgosmusicSpotify: Johnny BurgosWhere to find Rick:
Instagram: @richard_raymond_ii | @yourdads_old45s | @welcometolimeforestSpotify: Richard Raymond II | Lime Forest | Old 45’sEmail: richardraymondthesecond@gmail.com Resources:
Guest Playlist: A Collective Musical Mind“Glimmers” by Richard Raymond IIPsychedelic Soul & Downtempo Sample PackLaid-Back n’ Groovy Sample PackLaid-Back n’ Groovy Guitars Sample Packhttps://www.mountainmusicexchange.com/

Rick chats with the man of many mallets, Jake Chapman. Jake opens up about the discipline behind his recent social media success writing, recording and filming original music to ultimately be performed by his own percussion ensemble.

Today on A Musical Mind:
Gaining 200,000 followers in two weeksUsing pedals on the vibraphone Jake’s renewed drive to write original musicEntrepreneurial mode: future goals, performances & releasesWhere to find Jake:
Instagram: @chappymilkshakeSpotify: Jake ChapmanYoutube: Jake ChapmanTikTok: Jake Chapman

Where to find Rick:
Instagram: @richard_raymond_ii | @yourdads_old45s | @welcometolimeforestSpotify: Richard Raymond II | Lime Forest | Old 45’sEmail: richardraymondthesecond@gmail.com 

Resources:
Guest Playlist: A Collective Musical Mind“Glimmers” by Richard Raymond IIPsychedelic Soul & Downtempo Sample PackLaid-Back n’ Groovy Sample PackLaid-Back n’ Groovy Guitars Sample Packhttps://www.mountainmusicexchange.com/

Today on A Musical Mind, Rick chats with his good friend and bandmate, Andrew Stump. Andrew’s a piano player, music teacher and a member of the Chicago-based jam band, Lost Pyramids. Drew may have started playing music a lot later in life than most of his peers, but it certainly hasn’t restricted him from developing a reputation as a premier pianist and classical composer. Tune in to hear all about the mindset that’s made him the player he is today. 
Today on A Musical Mind:
Toying with guitar pedals on the pianoFrom McDonald’s worker to premier pianist—Drew’s piano journey Life as a working musician: Financial security and money mindset Applications of music theoryBreaking down the seven modes and their moods  Where to find Andrew:
Instagram: @drewstumpSpotify: Lost Pyramids Where to find Rick:
Instagram: @richard_raymond_ii | @yourdads_old45s | @welcometolimeforestSpotify: Richard Raymond II | Lime Forest | Old 45’sEmail: richardraymondthesecond@gmail.com Resources:
Guest Playlist: A Collective Musical Mind“Glimmers” by Richard Raymond IIPsychedelic Soul & Downtempo Sample PackLaid-Back n’ Groovy Sample PackLaid-Back n’ Groovy Guitars Sample Packhttps://www.mountainmusicexchange.com/