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I ran into a group a guys wearing pink jackets on the streets of Austin hauling around luggage. So I thought to myself, “hey let’s see if they are in a band.” My intuitions were wrong, they were actually in a comedy troupe. The Weekend Pilots were actually pretty amusing and they do not curse once because of their love affair with George Carlin. Take a listen and enjoy!

I was able to speak with Bronze Nazareth of Wu-Tang fame. Bronze Nazareth hails from Grand Rapids and is now residing in Southwest Detroit. It was wonderful to delve into many different areas of conversation with him. Take a listen!

Before Tim left for Libya after the fall Gaddafi (see also Kadafi and Qaddafi) I had the opportunity to speak with him. Tim is a reporter for the Tri-County Times and was on a mission to document one Flint Area family upon their return to Libya after the revolution. Besides being a fantastic reporter he is also a photographer and musician. Instead of outlining all his accomplishments here just take a listen and learn a little bit more about this multifaceted individual.

Libyan Artist (Photo: Tim Jagielo)

My first interview during SXSW was with Pierre and Victor of Housse De Racket. They are an incredible duo out of Paris France with fantastic stories to tell. Besides being a great band they are also thoughtful. A few weeks after I had interviewed them I received and e-mail from their tour manager, in order to put me on the list for their show at the Magic Stick during their stop in Detroit on their American Tour. The concert was great. Take a listen to my interview with them and check out their music!

Pierre and Victor at Garden Bowl (Detroit, Michigan) - 03/28/2012

On my last day in Austin for SXSW 2012 I was grabbing a quick slice of pizza before meeting my next interview, and saw this young group of musicians also eating pizza. I asked them if they would like do an interview and was pleasantly surprised with the fantastic stories these young gents had. Take a listen and enjoy!

A week prior to this, I had met Marv for my first time at a photo exhibit. I have been a fan of Marv Won for years and it was truly a pleasure to be able to speak with him. Take a listen and enjoy our conversation.

In the 1980′s Coleman Young presented Fela Kuti with the key to the City of Detroit, finally the spirit of Fela will be returning to breath some revolution back into the city. Starting this week you will be able to relive the music of Fela Kuti live at the Detroit Music Hall. February 14th-26th the the life of Fela will be remembered, from the Charles H. Wright African American History Museum to The Music Hall, and the city will be alive with afrobeat. Detroit is the perfect place to honor the revolutionary memory of Fela Kuti. With the whole world standing in solidarity against oppression from Lagos to Detroit, the message of Fela speaks to the timeless theme of decolonization. A few weeks ago I had the honor of speaking with Fela’s former manager Rikki Stein who had some fantastic stories to share about the life of Fela. I feel this is the best format for an oral history of one of the 20th centuries most revolutionary musicians. Take a listen and enjoy! If you would like for information on the festivities going on surrounding Fela Kuti this Black History Month you can check out http://www.felaonbroadway.com/ (play) Charles H. Wright African American History Museum (Fela Exhibit)

Rikki Stein

Fela Kuti

Better late than never. I had the chance to speak with Phatboy Chef a few months back and we talked about the multifarious hustle of Phatboy Chef! Take a listen and enjoy!

I met Kojo back when I was in high school and since then I have only stayed in touch with him via Facebook. Over the years I have seen him post modeling photos and update his status about casting calls. Recently I have begun to take actual notice of this young mans accomplishments and decided to get him on the phone to talk about his aspirations and work. Take a listen and enjoy!

The first time I ever got to chill with the menagerie known as the Blat Pack! Philthy, J Young, JAE Music, William Ketchum, and Randall Glass (I still want to call him Rupert for some reason he seemed like a season golf caddy from a prestigious country club… one of those dudes who makes like 100k a year just carrying clubs) sat down with me for a fantastic interview. Take a listen and enjoy!

Philthy

J Young

JAE Music

William Ketchum the 16th

Randall Glass