Local Heat

Keep up with the show in between episodes at instagram.com/localheatmn This month, I sat down with Minneapolis hip-hop artist Brandon Pulphus. We talked about his new album, his involvement with Fair Play Entertainment and a whole lot more!

Keep up with the show in between episodes at instagram.com/localheatmn For the first episode of 2021, I was joined by Minneapolis rock band Distant Edge. we talked about their origins as a band, the challenges of recording in a pandemic, and their new album 'Redlight', out April 23rd

Keep up with the show in between episodes at instagram.com/localheatmn On this week's episode, I was joined by Twin Cities artist Twain. We talked about his new album 'Central Standard Time' (out February 28th) as well as his jam packed 'Friends of Twain' event happening in March. You can keep up with this episode's guest by following them at instagram.com/twainlo and get your tickets for his March 21st event at friendsoftwain.bpt.me

Keep up with the show in between episodes at instagram.com/localheatmn On this episode, I sat down with Twin Cities artist Reed Benjamin to talk about his new EP ‘Life & Death of the Human Heart’, the 2nd of 12 planned releases for each month of 2020. In addition to sharing the motivations and overall recording process for these projects, he also gives some career advice for newer artists, speaking on the importance of having your own website. You can keep up with our guest on all social media @ReedBenjaminn, as well as ReedBenji.com

Keep up with the show in between episodes at instagram.com/localheatmn On this episode, I sit down with Twin Cities rapper Reel SMOOVV to talk about his new project, as well as the origins of Deeply Rooted Tribe, a rap group of which he is a member. You can keep up with the guest at the links below, and be sure to check out their new album '31st Century Knights', streaming everywhere January 21st. twitter.com/iamreelsmoovv instagram.com/reelsmoovv

Keep up with the show in between episodes at instagram.com/localheatmn For the first episode of 2020, I sat down with Twin Cities hip-hop artist Chase Vibe! We talked about his most recent project, his ideal approach to releasing content, as well as some things he hopes to accomplish in the new year. This episode's guest can be found on all social media @ChaseVibe, and be sure to check out their new album 'Love, Again.' available on all streaming platforms!

Visit anchor.fm/localheatmn to send voice messages and find out where else the show can be heard. On this week's episode, I was joined by Twin Cities rapper BDaMan and his manager to talk about his new album that came out recently. In addition to getting some background on the project, including the songs they're most excited for you to listen to, there was a great hypothetical discussion on starting charities, as part of the Hot Seat segment. You can follow this week's guest on social media @BDaMan612, and be sure to check out his new album 'I,BDaMan' available on all major streaming platforms! Follow on Twitter: twitter.com/johnny_barnes Follow on Instagram: instagram.com/localheatmn

To support the podcast, send voice messages or find out where else it can be heard visit anchor.fm/localheatmn On this episode, I sat down with James & Ryan of Rising Path to talk about the group's origin story, their goal as artists and a whole lot more! You can follow this episode's guests on Instagram at @Rising_Path_Music and don't miss their first show as Rising Path on Saturday December 7th from 6-9PM @ Stacked Deck Brewing in St. Paul. Follow on Twitter: twitter.com/johnny_barnes Follow on Instagram: instagram.com/localheatmn

To support the podcast, send voice messages and find out where else it can be heard, visit anchor.fm/localheatmn This week, I sat down with Twin Cities artist Discover. We talked about the importance of lyrical content in music, his love of the kalimba and Rhythm In Action, an upcoming music and climate activism movement he's working on with friend and fellow artist Aaron Avis. Keep up with this week's guest on all social media @discoverunity. Follow on Twitter: twitter.com/johnny_barnes Follow on Instagram: instagram.com/localheatmn

To support the podcast, send voice messages and find out where else it can be heard, visit anchor.fm/localheatmn This week, I sat down with Nick & Osay of The Violet Nines ahead of the band's first appearance in First Avenue's Mainroom. We talk about their reaction to landing the gig, how a Violet Nines song comes together and most importantly, what ingredients they'd want in a sandwich named after them. Keep up with the band on all social media @thevioletnines, and get tickets now for their First Ave show on 11/27 supporting Ike Reiley at first-avenue.com Follow on Instagram: instagram.com/localheatmn Follow on Twitter: twitter.com/johnny_barnes

To support the podcast, send voice messages and find out where else it can be heard, visit anchor.fm/localheatmn I can't thank everyone enough for the kind words and interview interest over the last week, but please enjoy this brief conversation I had with Mic Dos over the weekend. Be on the lookout for more new interviews from me, and a new album (Concrete Trees) from him SOON! Support this week's guest by following them at the link below: instagram.com/micdosmpls Follow on Twitter:  twitter.com/johnny_barnes Follow on Instagram: instagram.com/localheatmn

To support the podcast, send voicemails or find out where else it can be heard, visit anchor.fm/localheatmn This month I was joined in studio by Minneapolis rapper and beat-maker Ackronem. In addition to a new segment I debuted called The Hot Seat, we talked about Ack's origin & influences, new music he's working on, thoughts on modern local music coverage + more! To support this month's guest, visit https://twitter.com/Ackronem Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/johnny_barnes Follow on Instagram: https://instagram.com/localheatmn

To support the podcast, send messages or find out where else it can be heard, visit http://anchor.fm/localheatmn For the October edition of the podcast, I sat down with down with Twin Cities rapper OKnice to talk about his Minnesota music history, his battle rap background, his recent singles series and more! Stay tuned towards the end of the episode to hear "Different", the new single by Twin Cities artist Luchini, which was submitted to the show recently. Follow this month's guest at http://twitter.com/okniceraps Follow on Twitter: http://twitter.com/johnny_barnes Follow on Instagram: http://instagram.com/localheatmn Music From This Episode: https://soundcloud.com/luchinilivingston/different

Special shoutout to Mama Rose, winner of the Road To 100 Giveaway! Go follow and support them at instagram.com/dearmamarose For the September edition of the podcast, I sat down with Lavell & Emmanuel from Twin Cities Dance Crew to talk the origin of TCDC, their mission, their next moves, and in the sprit of Local Heat, some events & music out of Minnesota they're excited about right now. Stay tuned towards the end for a special freestyle session from the boys! Visit anchor.fm/localheatmn to donate to the podcast, send voice messages for future episodes and find out where else the show can be heard.  Visit instagram.com/localheatmn to stay up to date on new music, new events, new playlists and everything in between. Visit twitter.com/johnny_barnes for my thoughts on music and events in Minnesota, as well as everything else! Visit instagram.com/twincitiesdancecrew to support this month’s guests and stay up to date on all things TCDC!

The Local Heat Podcast is a show dedicated to music and events from Minnesota, and for the August episode I decided to talk about all the Minnesotan musical events I went to over the last three months,  as a fitting farewell to summer (even though summer doesn't *technically* end until the middle of September or something). Shoutout to all the friendly faces I saw at these events, and everyone involved in making said events possible.  Visit Anchor.fm/localheatmn to donate to the podcast, send voice messages for future episodes and find out where else the show can be heard. Visit Instagram.com/localheatmn to stay up to date on new music, new playlists, new events and everything in between. Visit Twitter.com/johnny_barnes for my thoughts on music and events in Minnesota, as well as everything else!

Two episodes in one month??? Crazy!!! In all seriousness, I was feeling very inspired and thankful, so I decided to record a special bonus podcast talking about The Magnificent Seven, a rap show I attended over the weekend, as well as some gigs on the horizon. Shoutout to Logan Michaels for putting the show together, as well as all the other performers and people that made Sunday's event a reality. Special shoutout to 'Lavell' for being the first ever $UPPORTER of the Local Heat

Big thanks to @SolaEscobar on Instagram for suggesting this month's show topic! For the July edition of the podcast I talk about a couple of my favorite music videos from local artists, as well as a submission from @BrowDownMPLS (IG). Later on,  I play a song that was sent to me by @WNKINZELL (IG)   To submit music and/or show topics, DM @LocalHeatMN on Instagram. Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/johnny_barnes Follow on Instagram: https://instagram.com/localheatmn Videos Mentioned In This Episode:   Dimitry Killstorm -  "Telephone" - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dWgO7xTtsDw Tay The Air Nomad - "Ride" - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NB1iwiaYh_U Tay The Air Nomad - "Ride (Dance Remix)" - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l8HjgDXHaOs Music From This Episode: https://youtu.be/EDg68eP-4l4

For this month’s episode, I talked about the podcast anniversary, my plans for the future and everything that makes the Twin Cities music scene so special (feat. YOUR submissions!). Later on I have a short, but very informative exchange with @mpls_drew, the first person to ever send music in to the podcast. Article mentioned in this episode: https://www.complex.com/music/2019/06/just-be-weird-history-future-twin-cities-rap Follow on Twitter: twitter.com/johnny_barnes Follow on Instagram: Instagram.com/localheatmn Listen To The Local Heat

This week, I sat down with Emily and Jane of Last Import, a self-described surf rock three piece from Minneapolis. We talked about their City Pages award, their upcoming tour, answered some questions from fans and more! Visit https://www.lastimportband.com/ for music, merch, tour dates and other social links!

Special thanks to this week's sponsor: Anchor! Visit anchor.fm/start today to learn how to start your own podcast! Expanding on a topic explored in a previous episode, I decided to reflect on the last 10 years of my involvement in the Twin Cities music scene as a whole, and also look towards the future. Follow On Twitter: twitter.com/johnny_barnes Follow On Instagram: instagram.com/johnbarnes Listen To The Local Heat

Spring has arrived, and leaving the house has become a more enjoyable experience for Minnesota residents. With that said, here are a few fun events happening around the Twin Cities in the coming weeks. April Rhythms: https://twitter.com/ChrisMikeJensen/status/1105516423315546112 #PRINTERSTELLAR: modistbrewing.com/printerstellar/ Final Spring Fest (Pre Party + Main Event) facebook.com/events/402967553573662/ facebook.com/events/292092341517371/ Follow on Twitter: twitter.com/johnny_barnes Follow on Instagram: Instagram.com/johnbarnes Listen to the Local Heat

*Special Thanks to @BREAKSxLAKES + @MadeByTerry for the unexpected + most appreciated support for Episode 7!* They got us on winter advisory here in MN, so while I'm locked in, I thought I'd talk about + preview some new music for ya! Artists Featured In This Episode: @icegodmacgyver @Mic_Q_A @jakegillermusic @mynamelubi Follow On Twitter: twitter.com/johnny_barnes Follow On Instagram: instagram.com/johnbarnes Listen To The Local Heat

In this episode I give my impressions on, and play new music from ‘Remember You Have To Die’, a new album from Twin Cities DJ/producer Travis Gorman. Later on, I talk about my time at the release party for ‘Glitch’, the debut album from Twin Cities rapper Mav, available on streaming services now. Music From This Episode: Travis-jerome-gorman – Memento-mori-feat-finding soundcloud.com/ohlookitsmav/sets/glitch Follow On Twitter: twitter.com/johnny_barnes Follow On Instagram: instagram.com/johnbarnes Listen To The Local Heat

In the first episode of the new year, I talk about new projects from sameflannel + student 1, as well as my time at New Year's Eve EVE with Nur-D and friends. Music From This Episode: soundcloud.com/sameflannel/sets/heart-piece-one-tape soundcloud.com/student1/sets/upprclssmn Follow On Twitter: twitter.com/johnny_barnes Follow On Instagram: Instagram.com/johnbarnes Local Heat Playlist on Apple Music: itunes.apple.com/us/playlist/loca…pl.u-V5kEcEMjBYA

In this episode I talk a bit about my first experiences going to rap shows in the Twin Cities, the type of artists I enjoyed then, ones I enjoy now, and some of my favorite performers currently. Links Mentioned In This Episode: - My appearance on The Lookout Podcast w/ @MeelzTV & @oldnewsboy https://soundcloud.com/rncradiolive/the-lookout-episode-17-stay-saiyaman-feat-johnny_barnes - Hasani Harris' Going Away Party https://twitter.com/hasaniharris/status/1029051514344669184 - BABYGHOST & DJ Rowsheen Present... HOOPS https://twitter.com/dudeitsrowsheen/status/1026514396409933824