In Episode 26 of Flow State Podcast, Harry sits down with legendary artist, producer, and "Modern Funk" pioneer DāM-FunK for an inspiring conversation about music, community, and creativity. Born and raised in Pasadena, DāM-FunK shares stories about the unique cultural influences of the area and how they shaped his signature sound. Together they delve into the rich history of funk, the importance of staying true to your craft, and the beauty of finding inspiration in unexpected places. Harry closes out the episode in signature style with a freestyle inspired by their conversation, making this an unforgettable exploration of music and artistry.

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SHOW NOTES

DāM-FunK Spotify:

https://open.spotify.com/artist/1AEcpjnSCmm53IBZQo3g9z?si=H8mfto1DRwaPp8U7PYevBg

Stones Throw Records

https://www.stonesthrow.com/

Glydezone

https://glydezone.com/

Prime Time by Mtume

https://open.spotify.com/track/4aiXVsyqsZGnkXMVSfmpog?si=71c1ffc0ff6b4946

Hanna-Barbera

https://www.warnerbros.com/brands/hanna-barbera

In-A-Gadda-Da-Vida by Iron Butterfly

https://open.spotify.com/album/4L1Qw49gKwFuQwQovBxsKI?si=ubkNebpBT6OdipzMIhRRlg

Rhythm Trax Vol. 4 by DāM-FunK

https://open.spotify.com/album/4zXTHGHHaKQgM1VZLBNuBi?si=bKlQ6k32RTuKhpYrYwYb9g

Toeachizown by DāM-FunK

https://open.spotify.com/album/57nzuRRY9w7zIcjsCiVMkl?si=sgEuCquLS76vQO9WYrBvQA

Money Talks by Rick James

https://open.spotify.com/track/4Evf6tP9NpMIYprYueTnYd?si=32464c8f88b840a3

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TIMESTAMPS

0:00 A Message From Harry

2:01 Introduction

3:32 What is Modern Funk?

8:49 A Passion For Detail

17:49 Learning Instruments

21:55 DāM-FunK’s Musical Influences

26:58 Being Lucky Is A Blessing

29:01 How Did I Get Here?

33:32 Toeachizown

38:45 Creative Limitations

45:11 Off The Grid

49:49 The Sonic Elements in Modern Funk

1:01:19 Closing Freestyle

In Episode 25 of the Flow State Podcast, Harry opens up about getting back in touch with the fear of pressing 'publish' and shares how he pushed through a recent bout of creative resistance. He recounts his experience walking the red carpet at the premiere of A Complete Unknown and answers fan questions about the power of rhyming and building a following from scratch. Harry also reflects on how Kobe Bryant’s meditative focus and Mamba Mentality relate to creative flow states. As always, he closes the episode with a freestyle recap, weaving the key moments together with his signature flow.

Show Notes:

Harry Mack RapScript Freestyle

Creative Resistance Freestyle

A Complete Unknown

The Freewheelin’ Bob Dylan

Highway 61 Revisited

Harry Mack Interview: The Art of Improvisation, Power of Freestyle & His Musical Journey

Liam McEwan

Kobe Bryant’s Last Great Interview

TEDxShanghaiSalon - Power of the Mind

CeeLo Green - Suga Baby (feat. Big Gipp & Backbone)

It Goes Deep

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Timestamps

00:00:00 Intro

00:01:45 Getting past the resistance

00:23:34 Harry hits the red carpet

00:35:49 Kobe Bryant on meditative states of focus

00:44:36 Kobe Bryant on the Mamba Mentality

00:52:28 Q1: Why is rhyming so satisfying?

00:57:53 Q2: How do you build a fan base?

01:08:07 Freestyle submission

01:13:16 Harry reacts to It Goes Deep

01:23:56 Closing Freestyle

In Episode 24 of Flow State Podcast, Harry recounts an unforgettable day in LA: freestyling for Gerard Butler and O'Shea Jackson Jr. at the Den of Thieves 2: Pantera press event in the morning before performing at The Comedy Store in comedian Adam Ray’s Dr. Phil Live show at night. He reflects on the legendary lost Bruce Lee interview about flow state and how it aligns with his freestyling philosophy. Harry answers fan questions about entrepreneurial lessons, memory techniques, and the value of connection over shock value. He also reacts to a fan-submitted freestyle and a classic clip from his Energy Exchange tour. Harry wraps up the episode with a freestyle recap featuring a rhythmic pen-tap performance by Lenstrumental.

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In Episode 23 of Flow State Podcast, Harry reflects on the milestones he’s reached over the year, from exploring written music and performing for his largest crowd to launching a podcast. He shares what it means to be a role model, talks about overcoming performance anxiety, and recounts an early mistake as a musician and the lessons it taught him. Harry reacts to a fan-submitted freestyle and revisits his first YouTube video, reflecting on his growth over seven years. As always, he closes the episode with a freestyle, weaving together the key themes of the show.

00:00:00 Intro

00:01:06 Reflecting on 2024

00:18:02 Flow state moments

00:24:48 Q1: Do you feel pressure to be a role model?

00:36:20 Q2: How to overcome fear of putting yourself out there

00:47:11 Q3: How do you learn from your mistakes? 

01:02:23 Freestyle submission

01:10:59 Harry reacts to his first YouTube video

01:28:06 Closing freestyle

In Episode 22 of Flow State Podcast, Harry sits down with DJ, producer, and Stones Throw Records founder Peanut Butter Wolf for an inspiring deep dive into music and legacy. They talk about the birth of Stones Throw Records and reflect on coming up during the golden era of hip-hop. Peanut Butter Wolf shares stories about working with celebrated artists like J Dilla, Madlib, and MF DOOM, offering rare insights into the process behind some of hip-hop’s most iconic records. Harry geeks out over PBW’s massive vinyl collection, which has become the stuff of legend. To close out the episode, Harry heads to Peanut Butter Wolf’s Gold Line Vinyl Bar, where he spits a freestyle inspired by records handpicked by the man himself.

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In Episode 21 of Flow State Podcast, Harry returns with a solo episode reflecting on his recent tour in Australia and New Zealand, sharing highlights from performing abroad and the excitement of seeing kangaroos and koalas in person. He opens up about overcoming self-limiting beliefs, the joy of the live audience energy exchange, and the creative challenge of avoiding swearing when there are kids in the crowd. Harry discusses how sobriety has been key to his creative path even as it presents its own challenges. He reacts to a fan-submitted freestyle and takes a look back at one of his own live performances. As always, Harry wraps up the episode with a freestyle recap, capturing the essence of the show with his signature flow.

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Coast Contra: Evolved Nostalgia | Flow State with Harry Mack #10

00:00:00 Intro

In Episode 20 of Flow State Podcast, Harry starts by talking about his recent experiences attending live music shows in LA, explaining how they’ve helped him broaden his horizons and spark new creative inspiration. Harry answers viewer questions, reminiscing about the very first time he felt the magic of flow state while rapping, delving into the creative vs analytical components of freestyling, and opening up about a major decision in his career when he had the opportunity to sell out. After reacting to a fan-submitted freestyle, Harry shares how the team turned an uninspiring Guerrilla Bars session into an opportunity to share some special Hometown Stories. As always, Harry closes the episode by recapping the key moments with his signature off-the-dome flow.

In Episode 19 of Flow State Podcast, Harry sits down with renowned chef, restaurateur, and TV personality Bobby Flay for a dynamic conversation about food, life, and creative passion. They explore the idea of learning as a lifelong pursuit, with Bobby sharing how his culinary journey began growing up in New York City and what led him to become one of the most iconic chefs in the world. Of course, no discussion of NYC is complete without talking pizza—is it really the best? They also chat about Bobby’s newest cookbook, Bobby Flay: Chapter One, which hits bookstores on October 29th. Harry wraps up the episode in classic Flow State style, freestyling with four words thrown in by Bobby himself.

In Episode 18 of Flow State Podcast, Harry dives deep into the art of rediscovering a sense of play in music and how it can reinvigorate creativity. He breaks down the essential hip-hop albums that every new listener should experience, shares his go-to exercises for improving free association skills and offers advice on how to stick to mindfulness routines even when it feels like a struggle. After reacting to a fan-submitted freestyle and reliving his epic 2022 jam session with the legendary Beardyman, Harry wraps up the episode with a freestyle recap, weaving together the key moments of the show with his signature bars.

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SHOW NOTES

Dunning-Kruger Effect

https://www.psychologytoday.com/intl/basics/dunning-kruger-effect

**Harry’s Influential Albums List**

Nas - Illmatic https://open.spotify.com/album/3kEtdS2pH6hKcMU9Wioob1?si=-Sv0xJKfRj2OrFUzFJWIfw

A Tribe Called Quest

The Low End Theory

https://open.spotify.com/album/1p12OAWwudgMqfMzjMvl2a?si=2JWU4dN9Stii-PlLhKR5lA

Midnight Marauders

https://open.spotify.com/album/4v5x3Oo3UjQ9YmF3hRAip5?si=GSkjuxIYRcqDCJydUVC_vQ

Wu-Tang Clan - Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers)

https://open.spotify.com/album/3tQd5mwBtVyxCoEo4htGAV?si=2-JDNs4cQhKpN8k5Xmt5sA

Eric B. & Rakim - Paid in Full

https://open.spotify.com/album/3miZDfDnP7SmOXAJXWdFmz

Kendrick Lamar

To Pimp a Butterfly

https://open.spotify.com/album/7ycBtnsMtyVbbwTfJwRjSP?si=wXOoDbIGQTOPR828tk20xw

good kid, m.A.A.d city

https://open.spotify.com/album/748dZDqSZy6aPXKcI9H80u?si=jY3yhadIQqOGt8T600CuYw

Lauryn Hill - The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill

https://open.spotify.com/album/1BZoqf8Zje5nGdwZhOjAtD?si=kbmcA7yMRuCr9dw53EJHYw

The Fugees - The Score

https://open.spotify.com/album/18XFe4CPBgVezXkxZP6rTb?si=Bk34i5DeRwSev7Hk_0bfuw

**Harry Mack x Beardyman | None Of This Was Planned**

https://youtu.be/MUFdWM69bDM?si=yIPE8ED02QJ-vfnh

Beardyman

https://www.beardyman.co.uk/

00:00:00 Introduction

00:01:54 Playing Around with Music

00:15:46 Question 1: How do you overcome challenges with mindfulness and sticking to your daily morning pages?

00:29:42 Question 2: What are some essential albums that someone should listen to If they’re new to hip-hop?

00:40:56 Question 3: Have you freestyled to odd time signatures?

00:51:47 Question 4: Do you know of any ways to train free association skills for rapping?

00:57:56 Fan Freestyle Submission

01:05:18 Harry Reacts to Harry - Beardyman session

01:23:55 Closing Freestyle

Harry welcomes legendary skateboarder Tony Hawk to the studio for Episode 17 of Flow State Podcast. Harry and Tony talk about when it’s ok to skateboard through an international airport, going pro at age 14, and choosing between skateboarding and music. Harry geeks out about playing Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 1 on N64 as a kid and Tony talks about how The 900 made it into the game with moments to spare. After reflecting on a life and legacy in the evolving sport of skateboarding, Harry recaps the episode in freestyle with a few of Tony’s suggestions thrown in…

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