After a long hiatus the Alternate Fields podcast returns with an episode that was recorded in April 2021 with Boston based artist/poet Amanda Shea 

(@amandasheaallday).  We have a conversation sharing stories and perspectives that revolve around the power of words and expressing authentically and vulnerably.  Amanda is a leader in the Boston arts community and is simply inspiring to converse with.  Her passion for writing and poetry is infectious and I am lucky to be in network with her.   We go deep in our freestyle flow reminding ourselves the importance of fearless expression and raw creativity.  Join us as we expand our minds and deepen our perspectives amidst the alternate fields...

In episode 6 of the 'Alternate Fields' podcast' I catch up with my good friend Braden L Palmer (IG: @stuckhog_studios ).  Braden is one of those rare breeds that represents a genuine, authentic and wild nature that radiates through his art and music.  Growing up in a musical family in northern Minnesota, the dude has music in his blood.  Amassing well over 10+ albums of original music in his still young career, the guy is a self-made full spectrum singer-songwriter/producer and artist.  His latest project release from his independent label 'Stuckhog Studios' ( stuckhogstudios.com ) is 'No Signal' - a body of work that speaks to the artistry of the man. 100% original.  The project is worthy of multiple listens to really soak in the depth and nuance of a meticulously designed musical expression that speaks to the his maturity with the craft.  Constantly pushing the boundaries and being true to the muse, Braden is an artist you need to know, but you may need some extra time to catch up with him and his catalog of diverse genre fluid music that has a little something for everyone.  If your a real music fan, this is your guy.  Join us as we expand our minds and deepen our perspectives amidst the alternate fields...  

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Music in this episode:

Artist: Braden L Palmer 

Song: All Is Well

Album: No Signal 

On episode 5 of the Alternate Fields Podcast I have a spirited conversation with Boston based rising R&B/Soul/Pop star; singer-songwriter 'Notebook.P' ( @notebook.p ).  Notebook. P's latest musical endeavor is a most excellent body of work titled 'A Fool's Paradis' -  a fresh perspective on classic and modern / forward thinking R&B/Soul.  Be sure to check out his music on all the available streaming platforms.  You won't regret it! This is a guy who is bound for greatness in the music game!  He is also happens to be a great guy!  Thanks for joining us as we expand our minds and deepen our perspectives amidst the alternate fields!  

My 3rd guest on the 'Alternate Fields' podcast is AZA the Messenger.  AZA is an east coast recording artist/songwriter/musician and Phd. in residency at the Yale Department of Psychiatry where he is involved with some very interesting research and studies into 'music mindfulness' ( @musicmindfulnessstudy ) amongst other things.  We had a great conversation and he is a really great and insightful guy that I highly recommend you follow and stay in tune with.  Hopefully you gain something of value from this episode. Enjoy!

Music in this episode: 

Song: Taking Off   Music Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1i_AW...

Artist: AZAtheMessenger ( @azathemessenger ) 

Produced by: T.Wav$

In episode 3 I have a conversation with Alexander Padei, a Boston based 'INTERdependent' artist/producer/DJ/singer-songwriter/ContentCreator/Entrepreneur and overall cool guy.  You can find more from Alexander here: https://alexanderpadei.com/links you can also follow him on IG @alexander_padei   

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In episode 3 | Interdependence ,  I have a conversation with Boston bread "Interdependent" artist/DJ/Producer/Singer-Songwriter/ContentCreator/Entrepreneur Alexander Padei.   Find more from Alexander here: https://alexanderpadei.com/links  and follow him on instagram @alexander_padei 

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Hi, my name is Michael Vanasek, aka 'Vazen'.  This is the introductory episode of my new 'Alternate Fields' podcast.  In this episode I introduce you to my intentions for this podcast and what you can expect in the episodes to come.  I also dive deeper into the origins of my artist name 'Vazen' and my interest in words, language and etymology, amongst other things...Join me as we expand our minds and deepen our perspectives, in a pro-cess of discovery, amidst the 'Alternate Fields' ... Thanks for tuning in!  Stay well

-Michael