Catch Jacob at Whiskey Row Gilbert on 10/17, and at The Westin Kierland's OktoberWest on 10/18.

Jacob's new single, "Little Back Home" out on 10/17 on all streaming platforms!

About Jacob:

Originally from Gilbert, Arizona, Jacob is a rising country artist whose passion for music and songwriting brought him to Nashville in the summer of 2021. A devoted family man and proud new dad, he's finding fresh inspiration in fatherhood — channeling those life-changing moments into honest, heartfelt lyrics. Known for his energetic live performances and storytelling that resonates, Jacob is carving his own lane in the country music scene.

Blending the grit of traditional country with a breezy, roll-your-windows-down vibe, his sound reflects both his desert roots and his love for easygoing, beach-inspired melodies. Influenced by artists ranging from Eric Church and Zac Brown Band to James Taylor and The Eagles, Jacob has crafted a style that bridges his West Coast upbringing with the backbone of Music City. At its core, his music is a celebration of family, home, and the stories that connect us all.

Laura Walsh is a Las Vegas-based pop artist blending high-gloss production with emotional intensity. After spending seven years in Nashville developing her sound, she's now carving out a bold new identity from the West Coast. Her latest single GREEN LIGHT captures the energy of this new era - an edgy, cinematic pop track that follows previous releases like Delilah and Bad Boyfriend, with more to come in 2025.

Shawn Edwards is a veteran open-format DJ from Chicago with over 25 years of experience. After overcoming major health challenges, he moved to Arizona a few years ago and is already making a name for himself in the Scottsdale and Greater Phoenix scene. Known for his seamless blends of House, EDM, Rock, and Top 40, Shawn brings both passion and resilience to every set, proving that music isn’t just entertainment—it’s his road back.

DJ 3rd Degree, also known as Tim Jaffe, is a seasoned DJ, rapper, singer, and producer with over 40 years of experience in the music industry. Born in Philadelphia, PA but raised in the West San Fernando Valley north of Los Angeles, he grew up around music and entertainment.

Throughout his extensive career, DJ 3rd Degree has been involved in various facets of the music industry, including retail at Tower Records in the late 1980s, and as a DJ and MC with groups Super Dank Brothers and The Los Angeles Classics (The L.A.C.), along with doing promotion and booking of shows and festivals. He has also been a host of radio and internet shows since 1996, such as The Coast-to-Coast Hip Hop Show, and currently The Coast-to-Coast Radio Show (all 80s format) which airs live on Sundays on blackcultureradio.com

OLD TOWN LOVE is the soulful duo of Dennis and Julianne Williams—a married couple whose music blends acoustic rhythm, heartfelt lyrics, and modern soul. From cover gigs to crafting their own sound in historic Old Town Scottsdale, they’ve become known for creating intimate, groove-driven performances that connect with audiences. Their debut single “Like Me” (out July 31, 2025) is a powerful anthem of growth, love, and embracing your story.

It has been way too long, but we are back! My guest on episode #73 is vocalist Venessa Mendez. She has been a prominent vocalist and performer for 10+ years in Arizona, also offering performance coaching for aspiring entertainers!

Casey Ryan, formerly of the act Hymn & Her, is a singer-songwriter out of the Pacific Northwest currently signed under Cosmic Wire/Universal Records. He has performed over 250 shows a year in more than 20 countries since his inception into the music scene in 2015; performing with artists in the likes of James Bay, Dermot Kennedy, Dashboard Confessional, and more.
His music, which has received regional/national acclaim on radio and magazines alike has garnished close to 1 million streams on Spotify and tens of thousands of downloads through all distribution networks.

Financial advisor, business owner, worship leader, professional musician. TJ Rifkin is one of the hardest working local musicians in Arizona and has made a name for himself.

On this episode, we get into the mistakes self-employed individuals can make in their finances, as well as TJ's hot take on using an iPad at gigs.

Sammi Martinez is back on the podcast for her 2nd time! We talk about her new single "Wedding Bells to Goodbye", concert etiquette, all the songs Benny Blanco has written, and much more.

Jake Gillespie is a professional drummer, producer, and engineer based in Arizona.