Today’s Sesh feels less like an interview and more like a conversation between old friends. I’m joined by Ziek McCarter, a voice many of you know from Afrolicious and Con Brio, now stepping fully into his own with his solo project MuZiek.

We talk about where it all comes from — the records that shaped him, the moments that stayed with him, and the lessons learned along the way. Ziek reflects on the energy of playing in bands, the freedom (and responsibility) of going solo, and how memory, movement, and community continue to inform his writing and performances today. It’s thoughtful, honest, and grounded in lived experience.

The music follows that thread naturally: selections from MuZiek’s growing catalog sit alongside touchstones like James Brown, Sly & The Family Stone, and songs from Afrolicious and Con Brio that still resonate deeply. It’s a playlist that feels like a map — past, present, and a few signs pointing toward what’s next.

Settle in, turn it up, and listen close. This one’s about influence, intention, and staying connected to the roots while moving forward. Episode #453

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