Pop Nerd Lounge

This week’s guest slays guitar like Slash, croons as smooth as Bublè, but has his own unique footprint or sound wave I should say in music. His current EP, “I think we need to talk” is out now. We discuss the inspiration behind my favorite track “I Wanna Be Your James Dean,” his decision to move to London for music, and navigating launching a career in the middle of a Pandemic. He was not only so conversational, but I appreciated how easy it was to talk to him and how much he understood...

My guest this week is a multi-hyphenate artist. She’s extremely passionate about music, yoga, and contortion. Her latest video “Light” is out now. We talk about the city of LA and her experience there, leaving the education field and how she’s invested in multiple creative interests. Relax, sit back, and enjoy my conversation with Lyra Star. Stay Connected with Lyra Star: www.instagram.com/lyrastarmusic • www.twitter.com/lyrastarmusic • www.youtube.com/lyrastar • Spoti...

You might know Ben Barnes for his work on screen in projects such as "Chronicles of Narnia," "Westworld" and most recently the sensational, "Shadow and Bone." After showing the world his passion for music via Instagram, he’s released his own music. His single, “11:11” is out now. I was thrilled to speak to him about his journey with music, his upcoming EP “Songs For You,” and unpack a little more of his story. It was a genuine pleasure to chat with him, so please get comfortable, grab y...

Mimoza is a Los Angeles based Singer-Songwriter who is a pop queen. Although she’s written records that were major hits in Australia, Japan and Spain, her most notable song she wrote, “Kings and Queens” by Ava Max became a global sensation. Now she’s writing her own noteworthy songs. Her latest single, “Young Queen” is out now. Mimoza and I had such a great time talking about heritage and being children of immigrants, the brutality of the industry and just overall had such a great chat about ...

Grab your favorite beverage, get cozy and listen to this amazing singer, song writer, producer, and multi-instrumentalist tell her tale. She’s based in the sunny city of LA and her latest project, “Hollywood Boulevard” is dedicated to that very city. We chat about the industry, her artist journey, and insights to creating her album - Hollywood Boulevard. Stay Connected with Beck Black: www.instagram.com/beckblackmusic • www.twitter.com/beckblackmusic • www.youtube.com/beckblackp...

My guest this episode is none other than the astounding, Fresh Lady. She came to Nashville to study at Belmont University, but stuck around to be surrounded by the music and sounds she was influenced by growing up in Brooklyn. Her latest single with Vincent Williams, “Watermelon” is out now.” This conversation was a blast, and I appreciated Fresh Lady’s realness and her honest spirit. So, sit back, grab a beverage or some watermelon and check out this conversation with the Fresh Lady. Stay C...

This episode’s guest is a Nashville transplant via Boston, and is living her best artist life in the country music world. Since her run on “The Voice,” Kristen has had the pleasure of joining the likes of Sugarland, Kellie Pickler, and Bryan White on stage. Her latest single, “Shame” is a powerful anthem that speaks volumes through its moving lyrics and dynamic vocals from Kristen herself. We talk about “The Voice,” partnering with the Human Rights Campaign and connecting with her audience. P...

Today's guest is a returning guest on Pop Nerd Lounge! We spoke to her after she released her EP, “Quaran-tunes” and she’s returning to talk about her album, “The Songbook Opens” which the deluxe edition just dropped. Zari has such great ambition, and it’s an enjoyable conversation about her songwriting process, life post-high school, and much more on the creative lifestyle. Please relax and enjoy my chat with Zari Alexandria. Stay Connected with Zari Alexandria: • www.Instagram.com/z...

Season 10 Premiere is here! We've got sister duo Neoni in the lounge to kick things off. They just released their electric debut EP "Wars In A Wonderland." We chat about Nashville, creating the EP, and how it's important for creatives to create work for themselves in addition to their audience. Stay Connected with Neoni: • www.instagram.com/weareneoni • • www.twitter.com/weareneoni • • www.youtube.com/weareneoni •

For our season 9 finale, we have some very special guests joining us in the lounge. Jubël's rendition of the King Harvest classic, “Dancing In The Moonlight,” has garnered over 300 million streams. Their latest ep, “6115 Orange St” is out now. We talk about their humble beginnings, riding the highs and lows of the music industry, and they give me their theory on why Sweden is such an epicenter for the wonderful music. Stay Connected with Jubël: www.instagram.com/jubelofficial • https://www....