Send us a textFeeling the pulse of Philadelphia through each strum and beat, Miguel Ducos joins us to navigate the heartfelt harmonies and hard truths of creating music with a mission. This week, we're peeling back the curtain on a story that's more than melodies, showcasing Ducos' transformative journey from church choirs to crafting songs that serve as a beacon during his battles with bipolar disorder. He paints a vivid picture of the solace found in songwriting, and the dreams that fuel hi...

Send us a textWhen a serendipitous gift of a laptop turned into a turntable, the musical landscape gained DJ Illmatic—our guest who brings the beats and his story to our latest podcast session. We take you behind the decks with Jalen Thomas, a.k.a. DJ Illmatic, as he spins a tale from the early thrums of EDM that pulsed through his veins to the infectious rhythms of Afrobeat and Latin grooves that now define his style. His candid recount of a formative DJ contest in Ocean City, which ignited ...

Send us a textPrepare to be swept away by the soul-stirring melodies of Ikechi Onyenaka, a saxophonist whose musical tapestry is woven with threads of anime, pop culture, and the vibrant streets of Philadelphia. Ikechi unpacks his artistic odyssey, detailing his evolution from a singer to a clarinetist, and ultimately, serenading the world with his saxophone. We traverse the intricate landscape of his creative journey, uncovering the resilience it takes to stand out in a city brimming with ta...

Send us a textWhen DJ Tati stepped behind the decks at the Roots picnic, little did she know that moment would catapult her into a whirlwind adventure through rhythm and rhymes. Our latest episode captures her candid recollections, from harnessing a break-up's emotional fuel to forging her own path with an iPad and unyielding ambition. Tati's journey is a spirited testament to the unexpected twists that can lead to life's greatest passions and professions.Navigating the twists and turns of th...

Send us a textEver find yourself pondering the power of music to narrate the complex tapestry of our lives? Hip-hop artist KFITZ joins me, Katie, to share his musical saga that weaves through the threads of storytelling and artistic evolution. From nostalgic mixtape creations during his high school era to the polished songwriting of his college days, KFITZ's journey echoes with the beats of hip-hop legends and the poetic finesse of a dedicated craftsman.Strap in for a candid conversation wher...

Send us a textIn today's episode, Get ready to immerse yourself in a musical narrative as electrifying as the beats he spins – DJ JulezP. drops by to share his fascinating transition from Boston's club scene to the open-format stages of Philadelphia. With anecdotes that dance through the nuances of each city's music culture, Jules gives us the inside scoop on the exhilarating evolution of his sound. From the Ave in Philly to the iconic stages he aspires to conquer, join us for a ride through ...