“Music is a universal language that connects us all. Mikey Cohen and Darryl Walker are doing their part to inspire and connect people through music.”

Diane Forster (2:34 - 2:41) Mikey Cohen’s positive impact on the LGBTQ youth of San Diego.

Mikey Cohen is a music entertainment influencer firmly entrenched in smooth jazz, rock, hip-hop, R & B, and EDM. He has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication Design with an emphasis in Media Arts from California State University, Chico. He is the co-founder of Smooth Jazz Live, an online contemporary jazz magazine, and a Facebook group with over 100k members. He is also a TV show co-host and social media concierge for Inside the Music on LA talk radio, which reaches audiences in 164 countries. 

“My father and I went to musical events all over the world, and it gave me a chance to gain a new relationship with my father. I think music has the power to bring everybody together.” 

- Mikey Cohen (18:36 - 18:53)

Mikey Cohen has a long-time history of activism. He has used his voice, and passion for mentoring the LGBTQ youth to make a big difference. One of his major accomplishments was to work with Maureen O’Conner, the mayor of San Diego at that time, in the Mayor’s Summit to make an impact on the school system and the streets of San Diego. 

Mikey shares a photography channel on YouTube with his father that has over 3 million views, and counting. 

How Darryl Walker is inspiring and motivating people through his music.

Darryl Walker is an incredible talent and the fact that he can share his work with us is truly a gift. He blends sensuality and power through his saxophone, and its easy to see why he’s loved by so many fans across the nation and around the world. Darryl specializes in R & B, pop, blues, and jazz, and he has lit up live shows and recording sessions in lead and supporting roles for top labels like Taboo, A & M, Motown, Mesa Blue Moon Records, and Northern Blues.

Darryl’s universal appeal has made him the vocalist of choice for the pre-production team of the world-renowned Latin artist Luis Miguel. Couple of the tracks that he has worked on have made their way to Luis Miguel’s list of greatest hits. 

“If you believe in what it is you were put on Earth to do, which in my case happens to be inspiring people through my music, you have no choice but to pursue your calling.” - Darryl Walker (31:40 - 31:57)

He is also an active voting member of the Recording Academy’s Los Angeles chapter. He’s backed guests on the Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson, and performed jingle demos for Dole, Pringles, Toyota, and Honey-Nut Cheerios.

In order to follow their calling and live their best lives, both Darryl and Mike had to make some choices that weren’t always convenient. However, they both believe that once you know what you’re here on Earth to do, you have no choice but to honor that. What about you? Have you discovered your calling in life? If so, what are doing today to live your purpose?

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