Art VS Life Podcast

We have out special guest Jailyn come by and we talk about a few of things including how being in the most active location isnt always the end all be all to growing as a person or artist. She also shares what it was like making and releasing an album independently. check out Jailyn's new album, "Dreams" - https://open.spotify.com/album/4lk37Rq3AgSQczHnAr8170?si=jlEN6kvXQhS98hdqYt52SQ follow us - https://www.instagram.com/artvslife_nyc?igsh=aWJuMDh5aHRxYXg0 cop the merch! https://artvslife.myshopify.com/collections/art-vs-life

Molly Indigo • “IN THE MIX” Interview w/ No Artist Info by Quinton Counts

Isaac Sawyer • “IN THE MIX” interview w/ No Artist Info by Quinton Counts

Hope 808 • “IN THE MIX” Interview w/ No Artist Info by Quinton Counts

Vinay Krishnan • "IN THE MIX" interview w/ No Artist Info by Quinton Counts

I sit down with Appol from the rap duo Ratchet by Nature, and the Rap/Rock band, Quick Hundo, to discuss her inspirations to rap. A sample of their work - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3_W2fYA-9jM the beat in the intro is by https://soundcloud.com/95labs Some episode notes on talking points below: - drake is basically rick ross and similarities with trump - homophobia and reading rhymes off of phones at the radio, and challenging norms in hip hop - bronx adventures - old ladies are the alexandria libraries of the hood or the hood wikipedia - how the hood desensitizes you from shit - the patalito lady is a retired millionaire now - what inspires you to continue rapping and her theater background - every time she hits the stage its like the first time she ever hit a blunt - new york hood olypmics include hopping the turnstile. like america ninja but the project olympics. hopping the train requires upper body strength - brooklyn wildlife

a lil mix for yall

Spencer and I chop it up with Ben about how his theater thing has been going and is thoughts on stuff like going to school for that

Together we discuss audio engineering, NYPD, curation, bringing the good with you, and support systems. Akin Hayes - Audio Engineer, Emcee Chris Carr - Curator, Photographer, Emcee, Event and Content Producer

DJ Mix: One Time for ya mind by Quinton Counts

this episode, i tell you about a few books that keeps me going as an artist and entrepreneur, which is sort of inherently stressful. Social Media: @ArtVSLifePodcast Don't forget to join our Facebook group, which is a breeding ground for flourishing curators, producers, independent artists, and the like. Share thoughts, info, resources, and connect with each other as we explore what it might be like to be on one accord https://www.facebook.com/groups/1922315564500577/

Jazzy Episode by Quinton Counts

What Performance Artists Need To Know by Quinton Counts

AVL Touring Life with Paco and Chris Carr by Quinton Counts

Listen in as host Que Cee chats with Amber Peters, founder of Miss P. Post Secondary Success Consulting LLP. (https://www.mizzp.nyc/about-mizz-p)Frustrated with the way the education system was falling short for her students, while also setting up newer teachers to fail, Mizz P made the decision to create a company that would help students to set themselves up for success after high school. Through web resources, outlines, one on one consultations & planning, workshops, lesson plans, and even an app (!!)Mizz P's provides students with a wider range of opportunities during and after high school. Music Featured on This Episode: - "W.I.A." by Siimba Liives Long: https://youtu.be/oN36HaYaZdc -Opening & closing theme produced by Tev95: http://www.soundcloud.com/95labs Orgs & Venues Mentioned on Today's episode: - Secret Loft Venue conveniently located in Greenwich Village, available for events & workshop rentals. More info: http://www.instagram.com/secretloftnyc - Women of Color L.I.T. Network is the first ever Women of Color young professionals network of emerging leaders nationally. More Info: http://www.thelitnetwork.org -Young Adult Boroughs Centers are CUNY sponsored educational alternatives to high school for young people. More Info:http://schools.nyc.gov/ChoicesEnrollment/SpecialPrograms/AlternativesHS/YoungAdult/default.htm

This week, Que Cee sits down with Amaurys Grullon a.k.a. Bronx Native. As pride-filled Bronxonians, Amaurys teamed up with his sister Roselyn and took their love for the people & culture of New York's northernmost borough to create a clothing brand. Design wise, Bronx Native highlights the strength, beauty, resilience, and ambition that is the life blood of the Bronx. More than just a brand, Bronx Native also engages and supports communities of the Bronx through fundraisers and workshops at their physical store. Take a listen to how these natives are creatively spreading Bronx love and visit the site to cop your official gear. http://www.bronxnative.com Music featured in this episode: -"Cosmic Air" by Rue Brown off 95Labs Vol 1. Compilation: http://www.soundcloud.com/RueBrown -Opening & Closing theme music produced by Tev95: http://www.soundcloud.com/95Labs

In this episode of Art vs Life, Que Cee sits down with Trevor Cassaberry, founder & CEO of Cassaberry Consulting LLC (http://www.cassaberry.com), a corporate consulting firm that aids in planning, registering, and launching small business. At 25 years old, the Bronx native, & University of Akron alum, discusses the inspirations, drive, challenges and rewards of Cassaberry Consulting. Visit them on Facebook: Http://www.facebook.com/CassaberryConsultingLLc Follow on Instagram: @ Music Featured in this episode: - "Goodbye" by Jadon (@therealjadon): https://soundcloud.com/jadonwoodard/jadon-goodbye-prod-by-zoo-nice -Opening & Closing theme music produced by Tev95 of @95Labs http://www.soudcloud.com/95Labs

In this episode Que Cee recaps the End of the Weak* (EOW) world championships, The Levi's Championship**, & also sits down with Emma Alabaster & Leo Furgeson of The Decibelists (http://www.thedecibelists.com); a duo of native New York activists & advocates of Jewish POC, musicians, educators & organizers that use their music as a tool of liberation for all. *End of The Weak is the world's longest running hip hop open mic, that originated in New York City in 2002. Since it's inception 16 years ago, EOW has established events in Montreal, Prague & Switzerland(where this year's championship was hosted.) Learn more at Http://www.facebook.com/eodub Follow on Instagram @eodub Special congrats to World Champion, NYC's own Osyris Anthem. Check out his latest project (also featured on TheRoot.com):https://youtu.be/7Cfk27KHLQI ** The Levi's Championship, an annual beatbox competition. Music Featured in this episode: - "bKrew" Osyris Antham feat Blake The Skorp: https://soundcloud.com/osyrisantham/bkrewft-blake-the-skorp -Opening & closing theme music produced by Tev95 of 95Labs: Http://www.soundcloud.com/95Labs References: Disect Podcast does long-form analysis of musical projects and albums.

On this episode of ArtVsLife, Que Cee chats with Bradley Valentin, veteran arts educator & lead vocalist of Meridian Lights (http://www.meridianlightsmusic.com). They talk about his musical influences, Hatian & Brooklyn heritage, beliefs around the craft of being a performing artist, and thoughts around the ever-changing Brooklyn landscape. https://open.spotify.com/artist/5gweC2AUB1MJak2Wz1pfhH FYI!! ArtVsLife Tees available for purchase online at Http://www.etsy.com/shop/ArtVsLifeNYC Music featured in this episode: -Opening & Closing theme music produced by Tev95 or 95Labs Http://www.soundcloud.com/95Labs

In this episode, Que Cee sits down with Bronx Native, emcee, graffiti artist & clothing designer Domo SoCrazy (@domo_socrazy,@the_socrazy_brand) about the path that led him to the arts and motivations that keep him going. Hurricane Maria Relief - http://www.sofritoforyoursoul.com/ Music featured in this episode: - "Wake up every morning" Paco The G Train Bandit: https://soundcloud.com/pacdiggity/wake-up-every-morning -Opening & Closing theme music produced by Tev85 of 95Labs http://www.soundcloud.com/95Labs Contact me: @artvslifepodcast ArtVSLifePodcast@Gmail.com https://www.facebook.com/artvslife/ www.ArtVSLife.us Cop a shirt! - https://www.etsy.com/shop/ArtVSLifeNYC/