Memphis Reverb Podcast

Don’t get it twisted, PreauXX has taken the “pro status” to the next level! What started as a kid that no-one gave time to is now someone that is getting respect and his accolades from everywhere! PreauXX is more than just a brand as his fashion speaks and is a City Gear Ambassador as well as his creative COMPANY Unapologetic is bringing others up and getting something he has fought for himself… noticed! Not only has he started and curated a company but is also instrumental in the development of the Orange Mound Tower which is a mecca of creativity and entrepreneurial spirit in the Orange Mound area. Oh and PreauXX can RAP! In fact, he’s taking the “Memphis Rap” game to new levels with SLIDE and his collaborations with Memphis producers and musicians. His latest, Diabetes, is just the latest already making waves and more is to come (Which has us ready for 2022 already!) PreauXX Top 5 5 Mick Jenkins - Reflection 4 Rick James - Mary Jane 3 Don Toliver - XSCAPE 2 Yung Thug - Day Before (with Mac Miller) 1 Fatboy Slim - Praise You Keep up to date with PreauXX HERE Find More from Unapologetic HERE More Details on the Orange Mound Tower HERESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is it even possible to walk away from something you love? Luckily for us Ben Hardy didn’t and brought four musicians together to form a revamped look at late 90’s, early 2000’s alt rock. Fear. The Sparrow feels all too familiar yet all new in the way they’re bringing their brand of rock to the scene. Maybe it’s their “20’s Rock” fashion or each band members unique backgrounds coming together to form their power-pop-rock sound. Either way, it’s worth the listen or WATCH! A quick stroll down the playlist will pull up a very unique album called The Hum: Live at the 8, which we described as a “cinematic music event”. It’s definitely worth a watch as it is a very creative take on the “rock opera” albums. We got the skinny on the subtitled song Theft of Me and what has become the fan favorite Drunk and Dumb. Fear. The Sparrow also gives us a taste of their evolution so far with a listen of Tidal Wave and tells us that they’ve been hard at work writing and creating in the past year and plans on a “very busy 2022” with many more releases, PLUS they give us what songs help each of them tick with a very rock eclectic Top5! Fear. The Sparrow Top5 Johnny 5 5 Iron Frenzy - Zen and The Art of Xenophobia 4 Mayday Parade - Jamie All Over 3 Guns N’ Roses - Estranged 2 Green Day - Burnout 1 Candlebox - Arrow Jody 5 Face to Face - No Way Out But Through 4 The Interrupters - Take Back The Power 3 Kansas - Carry On My Wayward Son 2 Rwake - Woodson Lateral 1 The Sword - Barael’s Blade Ben 5 The Jesus and Mary Chain - Head On 4 Lord Huron - I Lied 3 Cigarettes After Sex - Keep On Loving You 2 Jimmy Eat World - Criminal Energy 1 Roger Miller - What Are Those Things (With The Big Black...

Ghosty is a VERY tight knit band. Nayara, Charles, and Clay, have experienced a multitude of life events that have helped shaped them into a really fun group of friends that translates very well in their music. Starting out as college friends and, through the help of a class, formed a band with a sound that they describe as “dream-pop” and your first experience with this should be their school project turned single Letters to Laurel . They talked about the experience of writing and producing while in school and how that helped propel their desire to do more. They also shared how their collabs have also helped the evolution of their sound and how Charles and Clay’s other projects have helped Ghosty stay in it’s own space. They shared 2 of their singles Honey and Chance and gave us a first for the show; an acoustic debut of their newest So Bad. We had some fun while the birthday boy, Charles, had his acoustic out; playing some of their favorite covers that only Ghosty can pull off. If that wasn’t enough of the music they each shared their Top5 that will have you hitting the max-volume button a lot! Ghosty Top5 Charles: 5 Stacking Chairs - Middle Kids 4 Habanero - Rosie Tucker 3 Kingston - Faye Webster 2 Impossible Weight - Deep Sea Diver 1 Can I leave me too - the greeting committee Nayara: 5 Scarlett by Holly Humberstone 4 You Ran Out the Car - Laura Elliott 3 Ada - The Greeting Committee 2 Junior Day League - Hovvdy 1 Love in Vain - Victoria Bigelow Clay: 5 MissingNo. [177013] - Desolate 4 Get the Old Band Back Together - Christian Lee Hutson 3 Show Me How - Men I Trust 2 Really Doe - Danny Brown 1 Nocturne - Julian Lage Check out the latest from Ghosty HERE Grab the Singles:

You’ve heard him, seen him, and felt his music. He’s been around town and on the airwaves spreading his style of joy for the masses for years and now he’s in the studio talking his craft. DJ Epic shares his story of starting as a graffiti artist and doing into the space of being a DJ. He also shares what the differences are between a radio, club, wedding, and concert DJ. He also shares the struggle of staying in the know and constantly evolving as a musician with the changing trends and music soundscape. PLUS, he shares his eclectic Top5! The DJ Epic Top5 5) The Spins Mac Miller 4) Mr Brightside - SIMO Thief mashup 3) 7 Nation Army - Deville Remix 2) No Electric Love - jylynne Mashup 1) Runnaway vs Million voices To get the latest on DJ Epic CLICK HERE To Book DJ Epic CLICK HERESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rachel Maxann has music in her veins. Early in her life she knew that music was important and it lead her all across the world landing her in the one place where music is key, Memphis. Born in Ohio, Rachel found herself on the decks of cruise ships entertaining passengers and honing her craft, lending those experiences to a unique sound and energy, and not to mention some incredible pictures. Rachel unpacks and gives us a lot of music to dive into including Drinking from her Fickle Hellcat album to her three song EP which features Goddess, Unyielding Boundaries, and Breathe. She also gives us a taste of her latest, Astral Plane, and explains how her latest collabs have helped mold her sound even more. Rachel is back on the stage performing! She talks about the pandemic-performance life and tells us where and when she’ll be performing next. Check out all of her latest dates HERE. Rachel Maxann Top 5 5 Palo- Puri, KILATE TESLA & Kalibwoy 4 Because I’m Me- The Avalanches 3 Runaway- AURORA 2 Colors- Black Pumas 1 Soulmate- Lizzo Check out Rachel’s music: Fickle Hellcat Belonging To Forever EP Astral PlaneSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

He’s a Man of MANY talents and he’s using those talents to pave quite the path. Percy T is a man that stays in motion. From his music, to his clothing line, to promotions, he’s got his finger on what the people want and how to get it to them. He talks about his friendship and relationship with Master P and how that helped and keeps him motivated to pursue so many ventures and keep grinding. Percy T talks about his first song Work and gives us a preview of his latest A Thousand Likes Remix which are shaking things up and turning MANY heads. Did we mention the promotions? Right now Percy is working hard to make sure the No Limit Reunion Tour, scheduled for November at the Lander’s Center in Southaven, happens (Click HERE for Tickets and Info) and that you see an enlightening new movie by director James Fox called The Phenomenon. Percy T is also a brand! He talks how N. O. Vation ENT is more than just a clothing line but a whole brand built on hard work and “the grind” lifestyle. All that said, he’s not just in it for himself. He finds time to be a dad and to help the community with his partnership with Walmart. To keep up with Percy T and everything he’s got going on, give him a follow on his Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter Percy T Top5 5 Make 'Em Say Ugh- Master P 4 End Of The Road- Boyz II Men 3 Someone To Love- Jon B. Feat. Babyface 2 Work (Main)- Percy T 1 Stay- Jodeci Get Work- Percy T HERE Get A Thousand Likes - Mr. EBT, Percy T, & Don Jiggy HERE Info and Tickets to No Limit Reunion Tour - Landers Center Southaven HERE SHOWTIMES and Details on The Phenomenon HERE — WATCH the trailer HERE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sophia Bonasso might be new to the scene but she’s definitely hitting all of the right notes. As a high school student at Briarcrest she’s doing it all. We chat with Sophia about her climb and what she’s doing to keep her feet on the ground, even when flying an airplane! Plus how the love of culinary can not only keep her celiac disease in check but also help fuel the musical creativity. We also dive into her first single Candy Crush and her freshly released song Ignite, which is sure to turn some heads, and you might be surprised at her Top5! Sophia Bonasso Top 55 Olivia Rodrigo - Brutal4 Taylor Swift - New Romantics3 Mariana & the Diamonds - State of Dreaming2 The Mamas & The Papas - Dedicated to the One I Love1 Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band - Promised Land Check out the latest from Sophia HERE Listen to CANDY CRUSH here Get IGNITE hereSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rodd Bland, the son of legendary blues icon Bobby “Blue” Bland, is poised to propel the Bland legacy to new heights. Rodd sits down to discuss his legacy, passing his musical knowledge on as a School of Rock Memphis instructor, and where the genre of blues is headed in the future. Rodd also dives into the new EP that pays homage to his late father, Live on Beale Street - A Tribute to Bobby “Blue” Bland and how this isn’t just any tribute album. He also dishes what it takes to earn a membership in the prestigious Members Only Band. Rodd Bland Top5: 5. Pearl Jam- Immortality 4. Soundgarden- Blow Up The Outside World 3. Gary Clark Jr.- I Walk Alone 2. B.B. King- Chains & Things 1. Bobby “Blue” Bland- Yolanda Get the new album Rodd Bland and the Members Only Band Live on Beale Street - A Tribute to Bobby "Blue" Bland HERESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brothers David and Joseph Higgins are no strangers to the Memphis music scene and they have a knack for making a HUGE impact. They turned heads and ears with Negro Terror and are at it again with Chinese Connection Dub Embassy. CCDE has been busy since forming in 2013, recording a whopping 15 albums and performing countless times. Their latest project Crew Vibez is out now and they give us a taste of Dem A Callin' (Flodgin) and Back Bitah Sound and discusses the collaborations on the album plus what “new reggae” means and how the genre is very much apart of the current state of the world. Chinese Connection Dub Embassy Top5 5. Majid Jordan- Been Through That 4. Protoje ft Lila Ike- In Bloom 3. Gary Clark Jr- This Land 2. Morray- Quicksand 1. Bodycount- Carnivore Get their new project Crew Vibez HERESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ra’id Omar is no stranger to the world of music. A drummer by nature, his early influences shaped his philosophy on music and it’s impact on the world. No matter the genre Ra’id is into it. Just wait for his Top5 list! Ra’id and the Audionautz partner are hitting the ground running with their new album Elsewhere. Ra’id gives us a preview of What You Came For, With You, and Brodee’s favorite Older. His journey with Negro Terror is documented in the award winning film by the same name and is available now on Amazon Prime Video. It’s definitely worth the watch! Ra’id Omar Top5 5. Someone To Call My Lover- Janet Jackson 4. Main Line- Ashford & Simpson 3. How Much Can A Heart Take- Lucky Daye Ft. Yebba 2. Get The Party Started- P!nk 1. Don't Say You Love Me- M2M Bonus: The Game Of Love- Santana Feat. Michelle BranchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The front man behind The Icarus Plan was mentioned at length in our discussion w/ Ed Harris and now, Brian Link, is stopping in to chime in and bring some new music himself! Brian chats about the new song The Crown and how The Icarus Plan process is truly unique and how it's working so well. Brian also shares how his love of the Greek tragedies and how being a father has changed and shaped him into the front man he is today. Brian has also changed us! Well, sort of… by giving us a BONUS track in our Top5! Brian Link Top5 5) Animals - Architects 4) The Royal We- Silversun Pickups 3) Hurricane- Thrice 2) 23- Jimmy Eat World 1) Another Space Song- Failure BONUS a-ha - Take On Me (Acoustic) Get the latest on The Icarus Plan HERESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

She was responsible for multiple people’s success on talent shows then took her own shot and found herself on Team Kelly on Season 18 of NBC’s The Voice. Mandi Thomas, now Mandi Moore, shared about her experience on the show and what has happened since which has been new music and projects, an incredible weight loss transformation, and getting married thanks to Tinder! Mandi talks Queen’s Bluff and their song Hey World as well as her solo song Punchline being released VERY soon! Mandi is still teaching and is gearing up for more gigs especially with the world opening back up. For the latest on Mandi CLICK HERE. Mandi Thomas Top5 5) We're Good- Dua Lipa 4) Leave The Door Open- Bruno Mars, Anderson .Paak & Silk Sonic 3) Hold On To Me- Lauren Daigle 2) bury a friend- Billie Eilish 1) deja vu- Olivia Rodrigo Get the latest from Mandi HERESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

They’re unapologetically positive and in an overly negative world and a breath of fresh air. With Bravado has set out to bring not just great music, but spread their knowledge and joy for anyone and everyone that just wants to have fun and cut lose. Julian and Kayla sit down and discuss their musical journey which includes being instructors for the School of Rock in Memphis as well as Julian’s teaching career PLUS the duality of the pandemic and how that has helped rekindle a desire and passion to bring the joy of live music back to venues. They talked about the success of their release of Let’s Start A Fire even during a lockdown and their latest release of Catacomb which just dropped. Plus they chat about the band’s individual projects, namely CJ’s solo project Don’t Feel a Thing and the release of his upcoming project Vulnerable. Julian and Kayla also take a crack at their own Top5! with Bravado Top5 (x2) Julian 5. January 1979 - MeWithoutYou 4. Down - Fuel 3. Pioneer To The Falls - Interpol 2. Scorpion Breath - Mastodon 1. For Martha - The Smashing Pumpkins Kayla 5. Followed The Waves - Auf Der Maur 4. Silencer - Mewithoutyou 3. On With Disease - Hrvrd 2. The Scale - Interpol 1. Thru The Eyes Of Ruby - The Smashing Pumpkins Get the latest from With Bravado HERE and get the latest on CJ’s solo project HERESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From the days playing backyard basketball and Sega after school to him going off and producing, writing, and collaborating for and with Grammy nominees and winners. Brodee chats with his childhood friend childhood friend, Rykeyz, about his music upbringing, journey, new music, working with countless greats in the industry and so much more in a historic fashion for the show… via Zoom. We chat w/ RYKEYZ about his newest songs with Sam Fischer and Demi Lovato What Other People Say, PLUS the success of Skip Marley and H.E.R. Slow Down which was nominated for 2 Grammy awards, being added to Michelle Obama’s playlist, and being the executive producer for his new album dropping this fall. Rykeyz has also written and produced for John Legend, Chris Brown, Little Mix, Wiz Khalifa, and countless other major artists. PLUS the recurring question on the show has been “do you really need a label" and has the 2020 world changed the way writers and producers, let alone the artists, make and create? Rykeyz has an answer. RYKEYZ Top5 5) Higher Power- Coldplay 4) Treat People With Kindness- Harry Styles 3) Till Forever Falls Apart- Ashe & FINNEAS 2) All Your Exes- Julia Michaels 1) Good Days- SZASee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kazha has made a HUGE impact on and for the Memphis music scene. Headed by lead singer and bassist, Kazuha Oda, and lead guitarist Hideki Matsushige. They chat about those now iconic wings, creating their own signature ESP Guitars and being ESP guitar ambassadors, being the official ambassador of Music Export Memphis, what the pandemic did to them mentally and emotionally, and what’s next as they return to the touring life. We also get a preview of their new songs Stay and Wake Up II (Wake Me Up) and Hideki’s incredible writing ability. Kazha Top5 5. Whatever It Takes 4. Singing to the Same Stars 3. Stay 2. Fight No More 1. Wonderland Get the latest info and their newest album HERE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

R.I.C.O. Tha Akronym definitely has is opinions on things. From Rico’s Rants to the differences between a “Beat maker” and a producer to the world of music. He lays it all out there, unapologetically, and gives us a taste of what it truly means to be R.I.C.O. He also unpacks his new music talking his collaboration with producer and fellow musician, Ryan Peel, and their song Appreciate Ya as well as the new thought process behind Brighter Side of Things which is “too perfect” for a 2021 outlook. Get ALL of R.I.C.O.’s music HERE R.I.C.O. Top5: 5) ILL NIÑO - All Or Nothing ft. Sonny Sandoval of P.O.D. 4) Adore You- Harry Styles 3) Time Today- Moneybagg Yo 2) Famous Last Words- My Chemical Romance 1) Heartless- The WeekndSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

He’s a businessman that knows METAL! From his jewelry business to now rocking a brand new project Ed Harris has very little “down time”, but that seems to be ok with him because he’s always looking for more. Ed also breaks down his new project The Icarus Plan and their new music Fools On The Edge and gives us a preview PLUS drops the knowledge that there is more new music from the band in the weeks to come! You can check out Fools On The Edge HERE and follow the latest from The Icarus Plan HERE. Ed discusses the balancing act between his jewelry business and his music and why the cover band is not only fun but needed. Ed Harris Top 5 5) Stoned, Alone- Teenage Wrist 4) BITE BACK- FEVER 333 3) Set The Table- Ritt Momney & Claud 2) Sick of the Sun- Poppy 1) Streetcrawler- Jimmy Chamberlin ComplexSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

He’s the right hand man to last week’s guest, YNOT. Demetrius “Lowkey” Yancy and Brodee have a bit of history thanks to their days in radio and they reminisce but those days also gave Lowkey a bit of perspective helping guide him to his calling of being a producer, writer, and musician. Days in the church honed his craft and has led to a true passion for music helping propel his writing and creativity. Each new piece written is more of a passion project and YNOT and Lowkey’s newest project, a movie, will prove to be just that and more! Lowkey Top5 5) Quicksand- Morray 4) Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood- Nina Simone 3) How Can You Mend A Broken Heart- Al Green 2) Leave The Door Open- Bruno Mars, Anderson .Paak & Silk Sonic 1) Blessing- YNOTSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

YNOT’s single Blessing is turning into just that for him. Not only is it making an impact with whomever hears it but also hitting a new stride finding it’s way on the AMAZON PRIME original “MORE TO LIFE” soundtrack! YNOT has released the “perfect” song for 2020 in NETFLIX AND CHILL but also released a song called BACKWARDS at the start of the US lockdown that, now, seems to fit the times perfectly. We unpack this uncanny ability to “call it before it happens” and discuss his ability to write passionately and honestly. YNOT hasn’t let anything slow his creative process either collabing with other artists and finding time to work with his partner-in-creative, Demetrius Lowkey Yancy. YNOT talks about their process, what’s on the horizon, and how the state of the world is helping fuel the passion for his music and performing. YNOT Top 5 5 Quicksand- Morray 4 Feel The Vibe- BJ The Chicago Kid Feat. Anderson .Paak 3 Landlord- Gladys Knight & The Pips 2 Cuban Links- Rod Wave Feat. Kevin Gates 1 You're So Amazing- Calvin RichardsonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Being surrounded by musicians can be a real blessing! Just ask Jay Ruffin as he taps fellow musicians from local music store, Amro Music, to help out on his latest album, Ruffin! Jay also shares about the balance act that is being a dad musician and having his girls follow in his love for music. Jay’s family also makes an appearance on the new album as well as songs written for the girls. Hear a preview of Tattered Remnants Madelyn, I'm Listening Abby Rose Today Jay’s Top5: 5 Teenage Lobotomy- The Ramones 4 High As Johnny Thunders- Chuck Prophet 3 I Need My Girl- The National 2 Siberian Butterfly- Bob Mould 1 Shake Some Action- Flamin' Groovies Follow Jay on his Facebook page HERESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

She’s been on the grind for years; touring, recording, and creating. 2020 was no different, to a point. We find out what Tori has been up to during the pandemic, why the delay of her new single Heather Grey, why OnlyFans isn’t just for adult entertainment, plus the accolades from Billboard and her new video for Heather Grey amassing over 1,000+ views in its first week! All of that and more as Tori and Brodee sit down over a bowl of chips and salsa! Tori’s Top5: 5. No More Parties - Coi Leray 4. Luv Don’t Live Here - Fresco Trey 3. Unstable - Justin Bieber ft. kid LAROI 2. Tombstone - Rod Wave 1. Drifting - NFSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

JT from Savage After Midnight stopped in to talk very openly about how the pandemic hit the band. The troubles that came out of the “Fashion House” situation, Plus NEW MUSIC! The band has been super busy writing and recording new music. Hear a clip of Remedy out April 16th! Get REMEDY HERE! Plus JT talks upcoming tour and gives his Top 5! 5 Bloodsucker- A Day To Remember 4 I Think I’m OKAY- Machine Gun Kelly, YUNGBLUD, Travis Barker 3 Talk To A friend- Slaves 2 Into The Dark- Point North ft. Kellin Quinn 1 Tapping Out- IssuesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to the Memphis Reverb podcast! A look at the established, current and rising stars of the music industry in Memphis, TN. In this intro episode, host, Brodee Scott, gives a little look at who he is and what to expect from the Memphis Reverb PLUS introduces you to the TRUE Top 5 songs in the city for the week! We hope you enjoy and come back for many great interviews and shows! Feel free to subscribe and follow all of the updates on your favorite social media platform! @MemphisReverbSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.