I met up with Kansas City-based doo wap rapper Second Hand King for a live interview during Middle of the Map Fest 2017. We chatted it up and Secondhand King serenaded unsuspecting passersby with his glorious vibes.
The Doo Wap Rap Vibes of Second Hand King at Josey Records During Middle of the Map Fest 2017
May 9, 2017
Second Hand King at Josey Records During Middle of the Map Fest 2017, 5/6/17
Kansas City-based doo wap rapper Second Hand King recently played a set at the Do816 day party at Josey Records during Middle of the Map Fest 2017. Second Hand King’s verbose lyricism and inventive fusion of sounds make him an artist to watch. Check out this live clip.
Kate Rose and the Garden “Who the Hell Knows?” Live at RecordBar During Middle of the Map Fest 2017
May 9, 2017
Kate Rose and the Garden at RecordBar during Middle of the Map Fest 2017, 5/6/17
Singer-songwriter Kate Rose recently played a set at RecordBar as a part of Middle of the Map Fest 2017. Backed by her band, the Garden, Rose showcased her heartfelt songs and passionate vocals. Check out this live version of “Who the Hell Knows?”
Mess “Fool’s Gold” Live at Josey Records During Middle of the Map Fest 2017
May 9, 2017
Mess at Josey Records during Middle of the Map Fest 2017, 5/6/17
Kansas City-based band Mess recently crushed a set at the Do816 day party at Josey Records during Middle of the Map Fest 2017. They are past interview subjects of mine and are my favorite local band. Check out this live version of “Fool’s Gold.”
Interview: Mess
May 8, 2017
Kevin Briody and Allison Gliesman of Mess, 5/6/17
I recently did a live interview with Kevin Briody, Allison Gliesman and Tanner Pinkerton of Kansas City-based band Mess. We chatted it up after their set at the Do816 day party at Josey Records during Middle of the Map Fest 2017. They always put on a captivating live show and are my favorite local band.
Lewis Del Mar “14 Faces” Live at the Madrid Theatre
May 5, 2017
Lewis Del Mar at the Madrid Theatre, 5/4/17
Lewis Del Mar recently played the Madrid Theatre as a part of Middle of the Map Fest 2017. Check out this rocking live version of “14 Faces.”
The Mindset of Wonder Woman at Planet Comicon 2017
May 4, 2017
Wonder Woman Cosplayer at Comicon 2017, 4/30/17
I had the honor of covering Planet Comicon 2017 for X1051. At one point, our crew got to chatting with a woman in costume as Wonder Woman. She had shown up early to Municipal Auditorium for the cosplay parade.
Our morning show host, Shawn Quinn, asked what kind of music she liked. “I like a lot of different music,” she said. “I like music that I hear around. I really like the Wonder Woman theme song. It gets me pumped up.” What an unexpected response.
“What’s your name?”
“Wonder Woman.”
“No, really.”
We eventually got her real name out of her.
She explained how she became interested in taekwondo because Wonder Woman did martial arts. She is training to become proficient with every martial arts weapon, because Wonder Woman is also proficient with every weapon. While talking, she nonchalantly twirled a kendo stick. It was clear she meant business. No word yet on if she’s saving up for a down payment on an invisible plane.
It’s inspiring to meet people that are so passionate. To go from being a fan of a superhero to actually practicing martial arts takes things from fantasy to reality really quickly. Good for you, Wonder Woman! Beast it out there!
X105.1 #StreetBeast Ep. 5 // National Wrasslin’ League @ Planet Comicon
May 3, 2017I recently covered Planet Comicon 2017 for X1051. I am a big wrestling fan, so you know the #StreetBeast had to mix it up with NWL KC.
Beasting It Up With Star Beasts at Planet Comicon 2017
May 2, 2017
Writer Stephanie Young and illustrator Allyson Lassiter, of the comic Star Beasts, at Planet Comicon 2017, 4/30/17
I recently hit up Planet Comicon 2017 with artist Matthew Arnold. You know I’m all about being the beast. It was only fitting to have a live chat with Star Beasts writer Stephanie Young and illustrator Allyson Lassiter.
What’s in the Box?: Unboxing a Funko Mystery Box at Planet Comicon 2017
May 2, 2017I recently hit up Planet Comicon 2017 with my friend, artist Matthew Arnold. He unboxed his Funko mystery box live.
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