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This podcast will allow you to take a journey through life and provide simple truths we can live by. It will help you build confidence in yourself and find the gift of life lies in our own perception.

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This podcast will allow you to take a journey through life and provide simple truths we can live by. It will help you build confidence in yourself and find the gift of life lies in our own perception.

    Hip Hop Songwriter, Producer, and Music Artist: Trevor Lee

    Hip Hop Songwriter, Producer, and Music Artist: Trevor Lee

    Born in Huntsville, AL, and raised in Galveston, TX, relocated to Houston, TX, where his industry journey truly began. While he has been producing and performing for over 23 years professionally, the current brand of Trevor Lee took a transformative turn with him signing to the Houston label, Rapture Life, in 2016, culminating in the release of "Struggle Ain't New" in 2017. His freestyle in a Florida barbershop in 2018 went viral, amassing over 2.2 million views on TikTok and remains his highest streaming release to date. Recently he co-headlined Chill Fest 2024, and was the supporting act for The World Games 2022 He has shared billing with hitmakers: Baby Bash, Bun B, Lil' Keke, and breakout stars Tobe Nwigwe and AJ McQueen among others. His new single, IGUANA," is out and available for download and streaming on all major platforms.

    • 54 min
    Colombian Designer and Entrepreneur: Angel Riveros

    Colombian Designer and Entrepreneur: Angel Riveros

    Angel Riveros is a Colombian Designer based in Los Angeles CA. He founded his own Design Studio in early 2019 after five years of working for a luxury residential design studio in West Hollywood CA. Since very early on, Angel’s design and aesthetic approach stood out not just for his creativity and abilities but also for his talented argumentative skills. He often will transport his audience to the roots of his decision making and creative process. Angel has been eager to bring his vision to the world even before finishing his Associate Degree in Cali Colombia. By the age of 22 he had already designed and built 5 restaurants. In 2015 after briefly attending to Architectural School In Cali Colombia, he moved to The United States to attend The Art Institute of California Hollywood.   While attending school he was offered a designer position at a high end residential design studio. This position gave him the opportunity to be part of the development, execution and completion of multi-million dollar properties for Top Real Estate agents, developers and celebrities.

    Angel founded his own design studio AIR Studio in 2019. Since then, he has creatively lead and managed several remodeling and development projects for top Disney Executives and recognized L.A. Developers.

    Parallel to his design background, Angel has been also passionate about content creation and entertainment media, In 2022 thanks to a YouTube video, Angel got called to participate in the second season of the competition show HOGAR STAR from the network Discovery Familia. Angel competed against 7 talented designers and after 5 difficult challenges he took home the first place. This marked the beginning of a new phase on Angel’s creative journey, after the show aired he joined forces with Celebrity Master Chef Aaron Sanchez and designer Cris Mercado to a new tv show where the 3 of them find Latino restaurants with untapped potential and together take the restaurant to the next level.

    Angel has demonstrated not just talent but perseverance and dedication to his craft to overcome the difficulties of growing up in an unprivileged environment. His focus right now is to keep building up his voice and brand to keep making a positive impact on his community, and inspire others to work towards achieving their dreams.

    • 34 min
    “Snake Charmer” Singer Songwriter- Ryan Allen Gray

    “Snake Charmer” Singer Songwriter- Ryan Allen Gray

    Ryan Allen Gray is a musical Artist currently based in Nashville TN. Growing up, Ryan idolized iconic artists including Beyonce, Phil Collins, Usher, NSYNC, and The Backstreet Boys. Now he studies at the feet of artists like Yebba, Leon Bridges, and Labrinth.

    Ryan studied Musical Theatre and Acting at East Carolina University before making the big move to New York City in 2012. He started his music career with an LGBTQ performance group called Shirley House in New York. He was part of the group for over 5 years.

    Ryan has performed in renown music venues such as Sleep No More, The Peppermint Club, The Rainbow Room, Gramercy Theatre, The Cutting Room, Pianos, and Mercury Lounge. He has also worked in TV and Film and has been featured in off-Broadway productions in NYC such as Rock N Roll Debauchery. Ryan has been lucky to partner with folks including Lance Bass, Lisa Vanderpump and Launch Pad to curate live music events for a good cause.

    Ryan moved to Nashville, TN in 2022 to write and produce original music for his debut solo artist project with themes that lend themselves to queer narratives.

    Ryan was inspired to write his debut single “Oh My God” by the current political climate surrounding LGBTQIA rights around the world. More specifically the recent legislation and discourse in Tennessee where he is currently based.

    “Oh My God” is a reflection on Ryan's own lived experience growing up as a Queer person in rural North Carolina. It is a prayer from a Queer person's perspective. The song is also meant to act as an invitation to a larger conversation about the meaning and nature of God, and the role of religion in shaping how we see and treat each other as human beings.

    His most Recent Release is a song called “Snake Charmer” It is the story of the Narcissist and the Empath. It was inspired by themes of past relationships in Ryan’s personal life. You can find “Snake Charmer” on all streaming platforms with the Official Music Video on Youtube.

    • 47 min
    Up and Coming Pop Alternative Artist: Leif

    Up and Coming Pop Alternative Artist: Leif

    LEIF, the Philippines-born sensation, crafts mesmerizing tunes as a pop/alternative artist with a hint of alternative rock, igniting the DMV and Washington DC music scene. Featured on Hot 99.5 and iHeart Radio, his Nu-Disco gem "Lucid" radiated brilliance. The Washington Post hailed his artistry within the eclectic collective, "Washington Rizzards," alongside luminaries like J Matty, Tina Carzon, and Bema Tadey. Beyond his vocal prowess, LEIF's talents as a songwriter, music producer, and versatile instrumentalist shine brightly. He also co-pilots "Lucid" with J Matty, a project named after their chart-topping hit. Together, they explore the realms of trendy Top 40 pop. As a co-founder of the "Up2NoGood Music Group," LEIF crafts an indelible mark in the ever-evolving music landscape

    • 45 min
    Internationally Critically Acclaimed Award Winning Composer and Lyricist: Michael Mott

    Internationally Critically Acclaimed Award Winning Composer and Lyricist: Michael Mott

    MICHAEL MOTT is an internationally critically acclaimed award winning composer/ lyricist, songwriter and vocal producer with over 13 million streams to his name.  He has been heralded one of Playbill's "Contemporary Musical Theatre Songwriters You Should Know" and has won the Broadway World 2020 Cabaret Award for 'Best Original Song' for Jingle My Bells, which he wrote for The Boy Band Project.
     
    Mr. Mott's original musicals include In The Light, A Faustian Tale (book by Nathan Wright and Justin Silvestri), The Fairy's Tale (book by Gretchen Suárez-Peña), Mob Wife, A Mafia Comedy (book by Corey Skaggs) and Riding Out The Storm, a ten minute musical (book & lyrics by Christine Toy Johnson). He was commissioned to write the music and lyrics to Lucifer (co-lyricist, Mike Squillante, book by Corey Skaggs) and his first short film, Sundown, A Dance Short.

Best known for his recording studio work, Mott's discography includes the LPs
    Where The Sky Ends (which has surpassed over 4.8 million streams on Spotify), 
    In The Light, A Faustian Tale (Highlights from the World Premiere Studio Cast Recording) [which debuted at #8 on the Billboard Musical Theatre charts], and Abandoned Heart all distributed by Grammy Award Winning label, Broadway Records. His EPs include The Only One (distributed by Motta Music), Where The Sky Ends: The Dance Remixes and Gone: The Remixes (both distributed by Broadway Records). Singles include Christmas, Will You Stay? (feat. Laura Osnes), The Impossible (feat. Matt Bloyd), Fly High (feat. Emma Howard). He has written original award winning material for NYC's The Boy Band Project, including
    Get Behind My Love and Jingle My Bells (Winner - Best Original Song, 2020 Broadway World Cabaret World Award). His entire discography is available wherever music is sold.

    Mr. Mott has had the great fortune of working with some of the best singers in the business both in the recording studio and on stage in his touring show, Michael Mott & Friends.  His collaborations include TONY Award Winners Adrienne Warren and Matt Doyle, TONY Award Nominees Jeremy Jordan and Laura Osnes, as well as Loren Allred, Sierra Boggess, Zachary Levi, Solea Pfeiffer, Ciara Renée, Pia Toscano, Antonio Cipriano, Jenna Ushkowitz, Jennifer Damiano, Orfeh, Andy Mientus, Jay Armstrong Johnson, Justin Guarini, Brian Justin Crum, Eden Espinosa, Shayna Steele, James Snyder, Jackie Burns, Mitch Jarvis, Bobby Conte Thornton, Blaine Krauss, Michael Lanning, Crystal Monee Hall, Natalie Weiss, Teal Wicks, Jason Gotay, Ryan Silverman and countless others.
     
    Mott’s concert work includes sold out performances of his original material at numerous venues in the US and around the world including Feinstein's/ 54 Below, Joe's Pub, 42 West, Rockwood Music Hall, The Green Room 42, The Laurie Beechman Theatre in NYC, The Kennedy Center in Washington, DC and the Cockpit Theatre in London, UK.  For booking information, please email BookingMichaelMott@gmail.com.
     
    Prior to writing, Mott enjoyed a successful acting career for six years.  He appeared Off-Broadway in "Milk and Honey" (David) and "I'd Rather Be Right" (Tony) both with Musicals Tonight!  Select regional credits include "Kiss Me, Kate" (First Gangster) at Glimmerglass Opera, directed by Diane Paulus, "Do Black Patent Leather Shoes Really Reflect Up?" (Louie) at Merry-Go-Round Playhouse, "9 to 5" (Joe) and "A Closer Walk With Patsy Cline" (Neal Matthews), both at The Fireside Theatre, and "Miracle on 34th Street" (Fred Gaily), at both The Wagon Wheel and Armory Theatre.
     
    Mr. Mott is currently an Advanced Member of the BMI Musical Theatre Writer's Workshop and proud member of The Dramatists Guild and Actor’s Equity Association

    • 40 min
    Country Singer and Songwriter: Travis Yee

    Country Singer and Songwriter: Travis Yee

    Country singer / songwriter Travis Yee from Las Vegas, NV, has quickly amassed an impressive social media following, and has fans from all over the world that enjoy his music.
    Travis Yee introduced his unique sound to the world with cover songs and was immediately welcomed with positive feedback from a diverse range of listeners. Some of his fans have even mentioned that Travis has become their most favorite vocalist, which speaks to how valued Travis’ music is to the world.

    Travis appeared on Fox’s I Can See Your Voice, Season 1.
    Now, after sharing his unique style and tone through cover songs, Travis has embarked on the next step in his musical journey – original music, which is sure to further captivate audiences across the globe. Make sure to follow Travis to get updates on his original music releases. His first 2 singles EVERYTHING, BUT COUNTRY and EYES LIKE MINE are out now with his third single “SHE’S CHANGING.”
    You can follow Travis on all your favorite social media / video platforms. His username is @travisyeehaw on all platforms. @asiancountrysinger on TikTok

    • 38 min

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