The Jam Company
By The Jam Company
Tanna Marie Getting Vegas Love from Music, Coqui Frogs in Puerto Rico, & Generational Curses
Tanna Marie shares her feelings of getting love from her hometown (Vegas), memories of being Puerto Rico visiting family, and breaking generational curses.
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0:00 Intro
0:33 Tanna’s Story
5:01 Love from Vegas
8:45 Memories of Puerto Rico
13:22 Social Media as a Tool for Musicians
19:48 Cancer Scare
28:18 Breaking Generational Curses
31:49 Motivation as a Musician
40:10 Symbolism from a Lost Necklace
49:29 Outro
Vic Smith Making "Pootie-Tang Music", Shifting His Mindset, & The Future of Music
In this interview, Vic Smith compares his music to the movie Pootie-Tang, the ability to shift his state of mind, valuable lessons he learned from his Great-Grandmother, the next renaissance of music, and a great trademark idea.
0:00 Intro
0:31 Vic Smith’s Story
4:05 Shifting Mindset
6:27 Lessons from His Great-Grandmother
9:31 Computer Nerds & Music
13:24 Making “Pootie Tang” Music
15:04 Slappetizers
16:14 Closing
Emeryld's Creative Family, EPK/Press Kit, Sneaking to Concerts, & Texas Sayings
I had the pleasure of recording a virtual interview with Emeryld and we talked about her creative family, sneaking out to concerts, eating barbeque and desserts in Dallas, Texas, and much more.
Deep In The Jam with Peachcurls: Meadow (Album Review)
I had the special opportunity to listen to the new album, Meadow, by Peachcurls, and talk to him about it before its release on October 23, 2020. On this recorded Zoom video call, I asked him a bunch of questions about the album, guessing what each track means, and got the full understanding behind each element created (please advise: there is explicit language and mad slang).
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0:00 Intro
0:29 What is the concept of this album?
7:00 See About Me
14:48 Born Without You
19:25 Organ Failure
22:10 New Clothes
27:00 Go Home
33:30 Head Down
37:12 Cuban Link
39:10 Uneven
51:48 Meadow
56:21 Wrap-up
57:05 Peachcurls Pitches His Album
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Sonia Barcelona Experiences the World, the Importance of Naivety, Food + More
Sonia Barcelona talks about her lesson from traveling the world, the importance of being naive, food, photography, and performing as a musician.
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Music by: Josiah Douglas & Allante Akins
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The Milla Talks About Taking Pictures for the NFL, Studying the Art of Photography + More
The Milla talks about his experience taking pictures for the NFL, studying the art of photography, his inspiration, the importance of doing more with less, and advice to other aspiring Black photographers.
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Music by: Josiah Douglas & Allante Akins
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BONUS: IG Live with Christina Sofina (May 5, 2020)
Christina Sofina and I did a post-interview chat on May 5, 2020. An interesting conversation was held...
"Christina Sofina is a multilingual R&B/pop singer of Russian descent residing in Los Angeles. She started her professional career in 2007, participated in MTV Russia's pop project Yes!No!Maybe!, declined a contract with GALA records (Universal Russia), performed for Radio Montecarlo, Glamour, Cyprus DeLuxe Business Awards, SOHO rooms, Volvo Fashion Week, Italian Council, San Ysidro Education Vanguard Foundation, Red Bull Basketball Tournament and many other prestigious venues throughout the world." - Christina Sofina
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Music by: Josiah Douglas & Allante Akins
Christina Sofina | Weird Voice Over Gigs, Being Multilingual, and Other Valuable Lessons
Christina Sofina shares her experiences of doing weird voice over gigs, coming from Kazakhstan and Russia and being multilingual, and other valuable lessons she has learned navigating the music, modeling, and dance industries.
"Christina Sofina is a multilingual R&B/pop singer of Russian descent residing in Los Angeles. She started her professional career in 2007, participated in MTV Russia's pop project Yes!No!Maybe!, declined a contract with GALA records (Universal Russia), performed for Radio Montecarlo, Glamour, Cyprus DeLuxe Business Awards, SOHO rooms, Volvo Fashion Week, Italian Council, San Ysidro Education Vanguard Foundation, Red Bull Basketball Tournament and many other prestigious venues throughout the world." - Christina Sofina
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Music by: Josiah Douglas & Allante Akins
Ajani Jones Gives Free Snacks at Concerts, Neo-Soul Hip Hop, Anime, and Hate for Coleslaw
Ajani Jones shares why he gives out free snacks at his concerts, potentially coining the term "Neo-Soul Hip Hop", watching Anime, and his hate for coleslaw.
"Ajani Jones is an emcee from Chicago's Southside. Displaced as a youth his mother and him moved throughout the Southside almost once a year for a large part of his childhood. During this period Jones listened to Hip-Hop & Neo/Soul as a refuge as well as an outlet. Inspired eventually by artists such as Kid Cudi, Jones picked up the pen to rap, as well as to join his high school poetry team. Inspired by Cudi he realized music could be used as a tool to save the youth and let people know they aren't alone in their personal battles. Once high school ended Jones attended college at the University of Iowa for two years. After enduring constant racial profiling from the police & general prejudice he left college behind and returned home to Chicago to pursue his life's passion in music so that he could have his voice be heard. He enrolled at Columbia College in Chicago while living at his mother's house for a year as he honed his writing and voice while collaborating with his peers in the Chicago scene. With a razor-sharp wit and tight delivery his raps are a mix of inward facing introspection about one's own ability to be great as well as groundbreaking flows over contemporary beats that push Hip-Hop's sonic envelope." - Ajani Jones
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Music by: Josiah Douglas & Allante Akins
Chan Fuze Collabs with Shure, Acting in the Sounds of Music, Getting Kicked Out of Six Flags, and Water-skiing
Chan Fuze w/ Caleb Harris & Tommy Veronesi discusses their collaboration with Shure at CES 2020 in Las Vegas, playing on Chicago's WGN 9 TV channel, their upcoming show at SXSW, acting in the Sounds of Music play, getting kicked out of Six Flags, and water-skiing in Wisconsin.
"Chan Fuze is a Funk/Pop artist in the Chicago music scene performing genre bending ear candy. His influences include artists such as Prince, Michael Jackson, Earth, Wind & Fire and Green Velvet. Chan’s take on modern Pop/Funk music is fresh and exciting for the listener to explore this artists journey to the top." - Chan Fuze
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Music by: Josiah Douglas & Allante Akins
Peachcurls Reminisces Over Old Music, Childhood, & Sweden Residency + More
"I'm Peachcurls from Cleveland, OH. It's Eastside. I make music off the MacBook Pro. I started in 2009 as Kipp Stone’s tracking and mix engineer. Out of frustration and brokeness, I taught myself how to make beats. Shortly after, I began writing and producing my own work. I founded the band Thaddeus Anna Greene in 2011 and that’s were I honed all my arranging and composing skills. Today, I’m a solo artist and I make music that blends the elements of my diverse background. I’m also tryna get some TV and comedy bags. I starred in & co-wrote the cartoon ‘Daytime Noir’ with Jeron Braxton (animator/director/show creator) and Jay Ellis (actor/writer/producer). Again, all straight off the laptops. Speaking of technology, I wanna give a big shoutout to computers for making all this possible." - Peachcurls
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Music by: Josiah Douglas & Allante Akins
Three Legged Chairs Loves Their Sensitivity, Pasta Hookups, Damaged Instruments + More
Three Legged Chairs, a band from Akron, Ohio, talks about what they are sensitive about, providing the hookup on pasta, damaging their instruments, and more.
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Music by: Josiah Douglas & Allante Akins
Filming Location at Macho Taco (Akron, OH)
Akonixx Shares His Waffle House Order, Tells Us About SadBoy Hours + More
Akonixx shares his Waffle House Order, tells us about SadBoy Hours, the US Government & web searches, graduating with an IT Bachelor's Degree, and so-called creators smoking weed.
"Southside Chicagoan Artist AKONIxx has been deemed as one of the most influential voices in Chicago's new musical regime. AKONIxx has started to establish himself within the Chicago scene, but true to his age his real impact can be found online, with his fan base growing around the world. Addressing the insecurities that come along with love, and mental health in the internet era, AKONIxx has a pretty clear understanding of what it’s like to be living in his youth and pretty sure of where you’re going, but still trying to figure out how to get there." - Akonixx
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Music by: Josiah Douglas & Allante Akins
Jam Calls w/ Jake Kaufmann: Starting in Concert Photography
We are doing a little something different this time around and we are giving the fans the opportunity to ask The Jam Company questions. We are starting a new series: Jam Calls. I spoke with Jake Kaufmann and he asked me how I got my start in Concert Photography and how he can get started himself.
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Music by: Josiah Douglas & Allante Akins
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Eranah Talks Conceptual Artwork, Signs from the Universe, Pet Peeves, Being an Ex-Vegan + More
Eranah talks about the various concepts that goes into her artwork, receiving signs from the Universe, pet peeves, becoming an ex-vegan, and more.
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Music by: Josiah Douglas & Allante Akins
Filming Location at
Project Three Gallery (Akron, OH)
Andy Hanson of Full Scale Fitness Talks Dieting, Community Service, & Ideal Clients
Andy Hanson of Full Scale Fitness gives his opinion about the various dieting options that exist, his involvement with community service, and who his ideal client is when comes to personal training.
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Music by: Josiah Douglas & Allante Akins
2ssaintu, Case Barge, & Unknownphrazes from ALOOF Talk About Fatherhood & Self-Discovery
2ssaintu, Case Barge, & Unknownphrazes from ALOOF Talk About Fatherhood, Self-Reliance, & Self-Discovery
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Filming Location at Musica (Akron, OH)
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Music by: Josiah Douglas & Allante Akins
Harm’s Way Talks Burgers, Personal Secrets, Dressing as KISS + Much More
I sat down with Chris Mills (Drums), Bo Lueders (Guitar), James Pligge (Vocals), Nick Gauthier (Guitar), and Casey Soyk (Bass) from Harm’s Way, the hardcore-metal band hailing from the Chicago. We talked about having their own burgers named after them at the infamous Kuma’s Corner, revealing some of their personal secrets that might have turned into a “therapy session”, a beautiful reasoning why they dressed as KISS during a Halloween set, and so much more.
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0:00 Intro
0:37 The Story of Harm's Way
2:04 Questions for the Entire Band
7:22 Questions for Bo Lueders
12:13 Questions for Chris Mills
19:25 Questions for James Pligge
28:35 Questions for Nick Gauthier
31:43 Questions for Casey Soyk
37:20 Outro
Music by: Josiah Douglas & Allante Akins
Filming Location: The Foundry Concert Club (Cleveland, OH)
Vizier Shares What It Means To Be "Second to the King", Role Models, and Being in the Present
Vizier Shares What It Means To Be "Second to the King", Role Models, and Being in the Present
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Filming Location at Musica (Akron, OH)
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Website: https://www.celebrityetc.com/
Music by: Josiah Douglas & Allante Akins
Zod1ac's Alter Ego as Hat Man, Producing Beats, & Thoughts About Online Education
Zod1ac talks about his Alter Ego as Hat Man, his process of Producing Beats, & his Thoughts About Online Education
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Music by: Josiah Douglas & Allante Akins
Mecca Talks About Developing Relationships in the Music Industry, Thinking Outside the Bubble + More
Mecca Talks About Developing Relationships in the Music Industry, Thinking Outside the Bubble + More
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Filming Location at Musica (Akron, OH)
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Music by: Josiah Douglas & Allante Akins
Pickols Talks About Getting Stabbed, Pickle Rick, and Facebook
Pickols Talks About Getting Stabbed, Pickle Rick, and Facebook
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Filming Location at Musica (Akron, OH)
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Music by: Josiah Douglas & Allante Akins
Shelby Olive Talks About Developing Debating Skills, Vocal Chord Surgery, & Little Shop of Horrors
Shelby Olive talks about what it takes to develop speech debate skills, her recovery through vocal chord surgery, & her love of Little Shop of Horrors.
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Listen to Shelby's New EP "Bad for Me" on iTunes, Spotify, YouTube, Bandcamp, & Amazon
Music by: Josiah Douglas & Allante Akins
Filming Location: Musica (Akron, OH)
Sincere Jones Thriving By Himself, Being an Example, & Describes Living on Chesapeake Drive
Sincere Jones Thriving By Himself, Being an Example, & Describes Living on Chesapeake Drive
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Filming Location at Musica (Akron, OH)
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Music by: Josiah Douglas & Allante Akins
Dee McCall Being a Civil Servant, Mental Health Awareness + Basketball
Dee McCall Being a Civil Servant in the Akron Community, talking about the challenges of Mental Health and being Awareness to the issue, and playing Basketball
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Filming Location at Musica (Akron, OH)
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Music by: Josiah Douglas & Allante Akins
Post Saga's Nomadic Lifestyle, Erotic Donuts, Smash Bros., New EP + Dogs
The members of Post Saga talk about having a Nomadic Lifestyle, eating Erotic Donuts, playing Smash Bros., releasing a New EP + Dogs make a surprise appearance.
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SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/post-saga
Filming Location at Musica (Akron, OH)
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Music by: Josiah Douglas & Allante Akins
Shammas Malik's Experiences in DC, Performing with Jay Electronica, & Connecting with Constituents
Shammas Malik Talks About His Experience Interning in Washington DC, Performing with Jay Electronica, Connecting with Constituents + More
*This interview is not a paid promotion for the candidacy of Shammas Malik's campaign for Akron City Council*
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Facebook (Campaign for Akron City Council): https://www.facebook.com/MalikForAkron/
Filming Location at Musica (Akron, OH)
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Music by: Josiah Douglas & Allante Akins
The Outside Voices Have a "Wet" Experience, Talent Show, Napkin Industry + More
The Outside Voices talk about a "Wet" Experience, performing at Talent Shows, and the crumbling Napkin Industry + More
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Website: https://www.theoutsidevoicesband.com/
Filming Location at Musica (Akron, OH)
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Music by: Josiah Douglas & Allante Akins
The Vindys On Bad Recitals, Whiskey Stories, U2, Coolio, & Other Secrets Exposed
The Vindys talk Bad Recitals stories, Whiskey Stories, a night of U2, meeting Coolio, & Other Secrets Exposed
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Music by: Josiah Douglas & Allante Akins
Filming Location: Musica (Akron, OH)
Jenn Kidd Talks About Switching Careers, Helping Creatives, Akron Musicians + More
Jenn Kidd Talks About Switching Careers at 40, Helping Creatives in a Music Venue, Great Akron/Ohio Musicians, Opening Up Her Vintage Shop + More
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Filming Location at Musica (Akron, OH)
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Music by: Josiah Douglas & Allante Akins
Anastasia Otto Moving from Russia, Passion in Radio + More
Anastasia Otto discusses her move from Russia with her mother, passion working in radio, and her aspirations.
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Music by Josiah Douglas (Yo$hi) and Allante Akins (TayDay)
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Kofi Boakye Going Global Musically, Berklee College of Music, and NAACP Award
"Kofi R. Boakye is an 18-year-old Award-winning keyboardist, songwriter, and producer born in Akron, Ohio. Kofi has gathered musical experience from myriad venues across the United States. Kofi has been interviewed by 8x Emmy Award Winner Romona Robinson of Channel 19 Action News as well as appeared in multiple magazines, newspapers and local broadcasts across Ohio. At the age of 15, Kofi was accepted into the University of Akron School of Music’s Jazz Program, making him the youngest African-American pianist to ever be accepted into a collegiate-level jazz program at the UA. In September 2016, Kofi performed at the Akron Civic Theatre, making him the first teen pianist to ever headline a show there. Though many of his experiences stem from within the U.S., Kofi has had the opportunity to refine his talents on the world stage, touring Germany and Prague with the Miller South Show Choir. While music remains at the core, Kofi’s accolade extends beyond the big stage. In 2014, President Barack Obama and the White House awarded Kofi with the “President’s Education Award for Outstanding Academic Excellence”. Currently, Kofi is a senior at Akron Early College who holds the position of Senior Class President, ranks #1 in his class, and is valedictorian." - www.kofibmusic.com
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Angelina Moneir Explains Fungi Species, Glassblowing, and Connecting Nature to Art
Angelina Moneir discusses the species of fungi, her start in glassblowing, and the interconnection of nature and art.
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Instagram: @asongforamelody
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/asongforamelody
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BIO:
"Hello! I’m Angelina. Glassblowing, ceramics, watercolor, acrylic, printmaking, stickers, you name it - kind of artist, designer, hiker, backpacker, and outdoor environmental educator. What inspires me most is the natural world around us and it’s vast intensity. But my favorites are what usually get passed over - - tree fungus - with it’s parisitical yet regrowing nature, moss, the bugs that live in their tiny homes all around the forest, lichen, and dew drops that glisten on spiderwebs. In my spare time I hike and walk any and everywhere I can, stay active, watch movies, spend time with the ones I love, and photograph the beauty and inspiration that surrounds me. My life is about bringing awareness to the little things and how it brings joy and happiness to us, sometimes unnoticed! I took a several years away from constant art making to travel, educate, and create leaders in team building - teaching survival skills with outdoor education - I decided I needed to keep my passion for all things art afloat. I work at home, designing each piece of art, by painting, hand lettering, sculpting, etc. They are each handmade, with some being digitally reproduced because ya know - sometimes, time just isn’t there. Whenever an idea comes to mind, I take note or create it right away. I love customizing pretty much anything for anyone interested in a commission style painting, greeting card, print, etc. Just ask and I will probably do it! When others look at my art, I want them to feel a sense of connection to the earth, a connection that seems to be lost with the hustle and bustle, back and forth, that we go through every single day. Maybe a reminder to help us slow down - take a break and be aware of your surroundings. Head outside, in the woods - or even in your backyard, sit in the grass or in the trees and discover the world that is around us even when we are unaware. Follow me on Instagram @asongforamelody for exclusive commissions, to see new cards, how I make them and some of my adventures I embark on!"
Dig In Akron: Jenniva Cummings
Jenniva Cummings | Beauty. Fashion. SFX. Makeup Artist. Licensed Cosmetologist.
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beatsbyjey
"My name is Jenniva Cummings and I am a licensed cosmetologist and makeup artist from Akron, Ohio. I specialize in natural makeup application, bridal, and special effects, and I have been doing makeup professionally for 4 years. As a Paul Mitchell Alumni I pride myself on professionalism. I have a passion for what I do, and I have been trained by some of the top professionals in the beauty industry. I believe in women's empowerment and that makeup should enhance and bring out your best features. I look forward to creating an amazing experience for you!" - www.jlcbeauty.me
Jamal Lawson of The Jam Company sat down with Jenniva Cummings for a conversation about her work & perspective on being a black artist in America.
The Akron arts publication, The Devil Strip, teamed up with the Akron Art Museum and The Jam Company to create video profiles of three African-American artists in the Akron community that will be on view in the museum’s Jerry and Patsy Shaw Video Box during the run of Jeff Donaldson: Dig. Each of the featured artists will create a work of art inspired by Donaldson that will be performed live in the museum. Video of the performances will be presented throughout the run of the exhibition.
The collaboration was inspired by the Art Museum hosting the Jeff Donaldson "Dig" exhibition (Oct 27, 2018 - Jan 21, 2019). Each artist had an opportunity to learn about Jeff Donaldson, the AfriCOBRA movement he co-founded and then create work inspired by that experience. These interviews will be followed by a performance/display of their work in the exhibition space at the Akron Art Museum.
Jenniva Cummings: Dec 13, 2018
For more information on the exhibit, please visit: https://akronartmuseum.org/calendar/d...
Dig In Akron: Dominic Moore-Dunson
Dominic Moore-Dunson | Dancer. Choreographer. Teaching Artist. Emerging Arts Leader.
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dmooredun
“Dominic, now in his 8th season with Inlet Dance Theatre, hails from Akron, OH where he attended the University of Akron, Firestone High School (Akron School of the Arts) and Miller South Visual & Performing Arts… Since joining Inlet Dance Theatre, Dominic has been involved in the collaborative creative process Inlet is known for, been a lead instructor in numerous Out-flow residency programs for children, and he has performed/and or taught all over the country (Cleveland, Houston, Seattle, Philadelphia, Cincinnati, East Lansing, Des Moines, etc). Dominic feels strongly about providing youth the opportunity to see, meet, and work with role models who come from their neighborhoods and look like them—those are opportunities he had as a child in the arts magnet schools in Akron (where he still resides) and he desires to connect with children and make dance for, with, and by them as a way to provide affirmation, encouragement, and to build community.” – Inlet Dance Theatre
Jamal Lawson of The Jam Company sat down with Dominic Moore-Dunson for a conversation about his work & perspective on being a black artist in America.
The Akron arts publication, The Devil Strip, teamed up with the Akron Art Museum and The Jam Company to create video profiles of three African-American artists in the Akron community that will be on view in the museum’s Jerry and Patsy Shaw Video Box during the run of Jeff Donaldson: Dig. Each of the featured artists will create a work of art inspired by Donaldson that will be performed live in the museum. Video of the performances will be presented throughout the run of the exhibition.
The collaboration was inspired by the Art Museum hosting the Jeff Donaldson "Dig" exhibition (Oct 27, 2018 - Jan 21, 2019). Each artist had an opportunity to learn about Jeff Donaldson, the AfriCOBRA movement he co-founded and then create work inspired by that experience. These interviews will be followed by a performance/display of their work in the exhibition space at the Akron Art Museum.
Dominic Moore-Dunson: Nov 15th, 2018
For more information on the exhibit, please visit: https://akronartmuseum.org/exhibition...
Dig In Akron: Holbrook Riles III
Holbrook Riles III (aka HR3) | Drummer. Producer.
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hr3drumz
"Holbrook is a drummer/beat producer from Mansfield, OH. His interest for drums was sparked at age 9. Throughout his duration at Ontario Jr. High and High School, he participated in marching band, concert band, and jazz ensemble. In 2005, Holbrook attended the University Of Akron for 5 years, studying music performance and communications. There he developed his love for jazz, electronic, hip hop, world, and classical music. Between 2010 and 2016, he has been involved with organizations such as Royal Caribbean International, The Glenn Miller Orchestra, and The American Queen Steamboat Co., playing a wide variety of music across the country, and the globe. Currently, Holbrook resides in Akron, OH performing with local groups Bluelight, Get On Up, Red Light Roxy, Open Spaces Trio, The Michael Vincent Quintet, and other various bands. Holbrook has also launched his own hip hop project called HR3, creating a soundscape of soulful beats for emcees and musicians to express themselves." - Holbrook Riles III
The Akron arts publication, The Devil Strip, teamed up with the Akron Art Museum and The Jam Company to create video profiles of three African-American artists in the Akron community that will be on view in the museum’s Jerry and Patsy Shaw Video Box during the run of Jeff Donaldson: Dig. Each of the featured artists will create a work of art inspired by Donaldson that will be performed live in the museum. Video of the performances will be presented throughout the run of the exhibition.
Jamal Lawson of The Jam Company sat down with Holbrook Riles III (aka HR3: Beats, Drums & Music), Jenniva Cummings & Dominic Moore-Dunson for a conversation about their work & a few different perspectives on being a black artist in America. All three artists will be showcasing their talents in the exhibition space at the Museum over November and December 2018.
Here is the link to the HR3's performance: https://akronartmuseum.org/calendar/d...
Gretchen Pleuss Discusses Being Vulnerable, Managing Emotions, and Signing with Sun Pedal Recordings
"Ohio native Gretchen Pleuss, is an up-and-coming songwriter with a seasoned sound. Gretchen has been featured on various public radio stations, including the Akron Summit. She recently won the Searchlight Songwriting Competition for her song 'Foreign Car' and was interviewed for the In Search of a Song series on Public Radio Exchange out of Bloomington, Indiana." "As with some of her proudly stated musical heroes, which include Nick Drake, Joni Mitchell, Paul Simon, and Ani Difranco, Pleuss keeps the music above the standard, three-chord, coffee-house troubadour sound with some cool chord progressions (a la Mitchell) and grooves. Pleuss also trusts her lilting melodies enough to use her quiet, emotive alto to sell her lyrics." - Malcolm X Abram, The Akron Beacon Journal
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