Musicality Mondays

Musicality Mondays S4 EP 5 Rapper & Entertainer June The Kid (we wrote a rap)

#musicpodcast #podcasts #musicinterview

I learned about June Tha Kid through Radio K (Local Radio Station in Minnesota). I started following that page after I was interviewed and I was looking on their YouTube channel and I came across June! The first time I met him in person was at the Legacy Building back in about 2023 I believe. I would then meet multiple rappers who happen to be very good friends with him so I became very familiar with his social media presence and dope music. We would meet again by chance at Pilllar Forum to see my bassist Ian’s band Hercure. There we chopped it up and he asked me how my podcast was going and a lightbulb came on and I invited him to be on the show. This was one of the most fun episodes and truly a great piece of Musicality Mondays history. It was my honor to be able to write a 16 with “rap killa June” and he was so encouraging throughout the entire process! He’s very genuine and you should definitely support June and his music.

Follow June Tha Kid on Instagram

@junethakid

Follow Basement Gang

@basementgangent

@saiku612

@quasi_uno

@its_craishon

@righteousemcee

Honorable Mentions

@acep_production

@offearthhh

@hammertimejuice

@southside_knucky

@tailorbriann

@theafrocentricratchet

@nakaraforje

@k_tonez

@musicalitymondays

@jazicality

Musicality Mondays S4 Ep 4: Keyboardist and Producer Kevin Gamble

Ayeeee!! We got Kev on the show!!! I’ve been looking forward to this interview for over a year now because I wanted to introduce you all to one of my greatest friends my brotha Kevin Gamble. Kevin is phenomenally talented musically and emotionally and he has blessed audiences in the Twin Cities for many years starting with his church congregation. He grew up learning from deeply knowledgeable musicians who helped him train his musical ear and guided him through how a band leader should operate. Each person who meets Kevin is blessed by his kind spirit and honest character. I met Kev back in 2021 when a friend of mine Kenny Watson recommended Kevin when my band and I were looking for a keyboard player for our album release show for our debut album Unsent Letters and ever since then we have been family. After that release show Kevin would go on to take the Twin Cities by storm with his bands KG3 and KG4, The Holy North, Covalent Blonde, Goon Tribune, The Prize Fighters, and Tabah. It would be in 2023/ 2024 when Jazicality and Kev reunited and continued our journey together creating our upcoming EP Intentional (Coming Soon). Kevin Gamble is a musical genius and you should work with him whether he’s your producer on a track or he’s filling in for your band!

Follow Kevin Gamble on Instagram

@kgbeats300

Follows Kevin’s bands on Instagram

@jazcality

@the_holy_north

@covalentblondeband

@tabahtab

@theprizefighters

@goon_tribune

Next Jazicality Show 9/25/26 with Brotha Ase and Miriama Imani!! At Crooners Supper Club 6:00pm-7:30pm! (Dunsmore Room)

Tickets

eventbrite.com/e/twin-cities-rb-night-vol-3-tickets-1995860658958?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=wsa&aff=ebdsshwebmobile

PRE- SAVE our upcoming song “Her”

Link:

show.co/Z2Ny7OL

Musicality Mondays S4 EP 3: The world of PERCUSSION X studying your peers, with Evan Espinoza Robles

#musicality #percussion #musicpodcast

I learned so much in this episode. I’ve known Evan since around 2023 and he’s always been a kind person. This is the first time we’ve actually gotten to sit down and have a full conversation and I am so grateful to have had this moment. This dude can talk for days about music and the history behind percussion and some of the most influential people in the music industry. In this episode you will hear about what Evan play primarily as well has some of the gems he teaches to his students. Make sure you check him out and get lessons from him if you are looking to get into drumset or percussion instruments.

Follow Evan on Instagram

@espinoza_robles_percussion

Slum Village Performance

https://vimeo.com/1170426266/3a8e54fcd3

Next Room 3 Performance at The Dakota Jazz Club October 15 w Rakim

https://www.dakotacooks.com/event/rakim-w-room3-collective-oct15-2026/2026-10-15/1/

Honorable mentions:

@tariasandthesound

@madameblu_

@room3collective

@elpanasueco

Musicality Mondays: Season 4 EP 2: TOUR planning and BASS GUITAR PEDALS with Joe Barron

#musicpodcast #podcasting #podcastshow

I am truly honored to know one of the sweetest people you'll ever meet. Joe Barron is kind, intelligent, and very talented. Over the years we've crossed each others paths and it is always a pleasure to talk to Joe. He is one of the first people that gave me a performance opportunity and that will always mean the world to me. You may have seen him perform with the bands Space Monkey Mafia, Afters, Maygen and The Birdwatchers and many others. He mostly plays bass but he also plays guitar, mandolin, and he can sing as well. In this video we get into many musical topics and get to know more about Joe as a person and I am grateful to have been able to take a deep dive into his lens.

This is a Make Your Own Trophy Records Production. Make Your Own Trophy Records was founded on the belief that everyone has the ability to create something special and make their dreams come to life. Jazicality created this LLC in 2021 hoping to collaborate with artists looking to establish their purpose and this is a powerful sentiment to that dream.

So kick back relax, get some snacks and enjoy the conversation. We are proud to be releasing Musicality Mondays!

Follow Joe and his bands on Instagram

@joebarronbass

@spacemonkeymafiaband

@afters.mpls

@maygenandthebirdwatchers

Check out Joe's bands Spotify's

Space Monkey Mafia:

https://open.spotify.com/artist/0YDHzu1EeRjKSTjjDJxfC4?si=TrSacgTzRjm0_E-gT8KESQ&utm_source=copy-link

Afters

https://open.spotify.com/artist/1A4nYc6bclnCzIytFOOXKi?si=zP-owh29RNOdyNNfYgIX7w&utm_source=copy-link

Maygen & The Birdwatcher

https://open.spotify.com/artist/5R2t1TUrdWCub9CAUhnzz8?si=xHWFixbbQQSr1jKjO9Gs5w&utm_source=copy-link

Upcoming Shows for Joe

Afters: July 18 at Amsterdam Bar & Hall

https://events.amsterdambarandhall.com/event/clean-plate-club-ep-release-show/?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZnRzaATCl7hwZG9mAmV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkDzEyNDAyNDU3NDI4NzQxNAABp948sgv-X2b7YmeeToHayfimibb-zPZEUFPY0xCjGs1W-zTxKAtdEo7ptyMO_aem_muJD0Q3KAWqAKJrylxYFmw

Save Monkey Mafia: July 29th Turf Club

https://first-avenue.com/event/2026-07-space-monkey-mafia-and-left-on-tenth/

Musicality Mondays S4 EP1: KelsTheGawd (Rapper)

#musicpodcast #podcasting #podcastvideo

I was introduced to Kels (KelsTheGawd) by my good friend Chadwick Niles and I am honored to be a part of helping Kels tell his story. Kels just came out with a song called “Can We Talk” ft Jandeltha Rae and that song is absolutely phenomenal. He has also released a full lenghth album called It Could Be Worse which has garnered attention from musicians in the Twin Cities music scene. I really appreciate getting to sit down with Kels to hear about some of his life straight from him to share with you all. If you vibe with him be sure to reach out to him and get a collaboration going!

This is a Make Your Own Trophy Records Production. Make Your Own Trophy Records was founded on the belief that everyone has the ability to create something special and make their dreams come to life. Jazicality created this LLC in 2021 hoping to collaborate with artists looking to establish their purpose and this is a powerful sentiment to that dream.

So kick back relax, get some snacks and enjoy the conversation. We are proud to be releasing Musicality Mondays!

Follow KelsTheGawd

Instagram x Tik Tok

@kelsthegawd

See Kels perform on June 13th at Bethune Park (1304 10 Ave N Minneapolis MN 55411) 12-6pm!

Stream Kels on Spotify:

https://open.spotify.com/artist/0v6doCfF3wUTcl0Se1kkZh?si=xJ237aWDTYq_SldrRy2u2w

Musicality Mondays S3 Ep 15: Visual Artists Cameron Jarvis and Priscilla Briggs

#podcast #visualart #artexhibit

In this episode we have visual artists Cameron Jarvis and Priscilla Briggs! This is the first episode filmed in front of a live audience and it was such an incredible experience! Cameron and Priscilla met at the liberal college Gustavus Adolphus in St Peter Minnesota. Priscilla is a teacher there and Cameron was a student and they collaborated on this exhibit to bring a message about the evolution of the transportation system. They have several pieces up for interpretation before viewers and they are very open to conversations about there work. I was very impressed with this exhibit and I look forward to seeing more of their work!

This is a Make Your Own Trophy Records Production. Make Your Own Trophy Records was founded on the belief that everyone has the ability to create something special and make their dreams come to life. Jazicality created this LLC in 2021 hoping to collaborate with artists looking to establish their purpose and this is a powerful sentiment to that dream.

So kick back relax, get some snacks and enjoy the conversation. We are proud to be releasing Musicality Mondays!

Follow Cameron

@cameron.jarvis.studio

Website: cameronjarvisart.com

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Followe Priscilla

@priscilla_briggs_

Website: priscillabriggs.com

Musicality Mondays S3 Ep 14 Drummer, Teaching Artist, and Host of Sound Field on PBS LA Buckner

#musicality #podcast #musicpodcast

Today’s guest is someone I’ve looked up to since I came to Minnesota! I went to McNally Smith College of Music back in 2016 and LA Buckner was the talk of the town and still is til this day. He’s a drummer, a teaching artist, and the host of Sound Field on PBS and amazing human being. LA is one of the most talented and diverse musicians you’ll see so if you haven’t seen one of his show yet make sure you do. He will also be playing drums for one of my good friends Kevin Gamble at the Berlin in Minneapolis this coming Sunday 11/30/25 from 7-10:30pm. Ticket Link below!!

This is a Make Your Own Trophy Records Production. Make Your Own Trophy Records was founded on the belief that everyone has the ability to create something special and make their dreams come to life. Jazicality created this LLC in 2021 hoping to collaborate with artists looking to establish their purpose and this is a powerful sentiment to that dream.

So kick back relax, get some snacks and enjoy the conversation. We are proud to be releasing Musicality Mondays!

See LABuckner in Concert 11/30/25 with Kevin Gamble

https://www.berlinmpls.com/calendar/kevin-gamble-residency-j-dilla-la-buckner

Follow LA

Instagram @arthurlabuckner

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/76QJVx8LLbgSQr6mbH53mR?si=mjqdszbjQOyYHARZeAFbSA

Spotify: LA Buckner and Big Homie

https://open.spotify.com/artist/3JyfKONu8efR7j4oowFPir?si=WlbP_DT7T6yeLDgBLnVPvg

Honorable Mentions

@arthurlabuckner

@jovontapatton

@musicalitymondays

@davidfeilymusic

@midamericatalent

@bgod__

@kevin.e.washington

@chrisdaddydave

@blaquedynamite

@josiahmaddox

@whiteboysummer_official

@thomasabbanoffical

@dsmithprod

@boniver

@theofficialcallieday

@envythatshim

@fancythecreator

@thejacksonhurst

@room3collective

@allthngskennadi

@messiahmuja

Musicality Mondays S3 Ep 13: Poet Turned Rapper and Multi-hyphenate Artist Jandeltha Rae

Musicality Mondays S3 EP 12: madameblu

#musicality #musicpodcast #podcast

This is a Make Your Own Trophy Records Production. Make Your Own Trophy Records was founded on the belief that everyone has the ability to create something special and make their dreams come to life. Jazicality created this LLC in 2021 hoping to collaborate with artists looking to establish their purpose and this is a powerful sentiment to that dream.

So kick back relax, get some snacks and enjoy the conversation. We are proud to be releasing Musicality Mondays!

Follow madameblu

Instagram: madameblu_

Spotify madameblu

Link: https://spotify.link/M7RyFFUxsXb

Honorable Mentions

@madameblu_

@icehousempls

@sociablecider

@leitanguyen

@dsmithprod

@mike_kota

@greenroommpls

@room3collective

Room 3 Live at the Dakota Ft. madameblu

https://tr.ee/FkZpJyz53s

Musicality Mondays S3 EP 11: Righteous Emcee Emcee and Curator of the Culture

#musicpodcast #musicality #podcastvibes

Gladiator School Vol. 6 All Star Cypher is THE place to be on August 30th! Emcee The GOAT aka @righteousemcee has curated this powerful event for years and this will be his 6th time! 🏆 The event runs from 6-10pm at @theurbanlight (Urban Lights Music in St Paul)! Tickets are available NOW Link in his bio!

You do NOT want to miss the energy these rappers/ emcees bring! 🔥🔥I went last year and felt so blessed to be in the room! I will also be attending this year and YOU SHOULD TOO!!! If you love rap or even if this peaks your interest I highly recommend you get tickets and come check out what Gladiator School is all about!

This is a Make Your Own Trophy Records Production. Make Your Own Trophy Records was founded on the belief that everyone has the ability to create something special and make their dreams come to life. Jazicality created this LLC in 2021 hoping to collaborate with artists looking to establish their purpose and this is a powerful sentiment to that dream.

So kick back relax, get some snacks and enjoy the conversation. We are proud to be releasing Musicality Mondays!

Follow Righteous Emcee

Instagram

@righteousemcee

Youtube: ​⁠@revampedmedia

Spotify Righteous Emcee

https://open.spotify.com/artist/7IerqRXuW2LmelyQ5C6mny?si=cs_PndzpR2agMvG7tIT7ww

Get Tickets to Gladiator School Vol 6

8/30/25

Link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/gladiator-school-vol-6-the-all-star-cypher-tickets-1482209692089?aff=oddtdtcreator&fbclid=PAZnRzaAMa6GtleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABp4WNYrZOsmUVII3s37gvzw_k4lP1E3AG-0ZdX3k26bEaBiMQLAMnD-U8MCl3_aem_J-eZuuCrkze0SzONp6No-w

Hosts of Gladiator School Vol. 6: @righteousemcee x @seanna.ondamic

DJ: @djbusterbaxter

Featured Artists

@saiku612

@junethakid

@slumdogmilli

@shido.chop

@southside_knucky

@hammertimejuice

@vinnycrooks

@eastcoastkobi

@lewieeblaze

@jmerefcf

@theycallme_muja

@stpaulslim

@tailorbriann

@jandeltha_rae

@kpwhiphop

@theafrocentricratchet

@kentageous651