Episode 907: Actor Kevin Neighbors, Versatile and Singer/Song Writer Alexandra Kay

07/30/21 • 50 min

Kevin Neighbors joins JUST TALKING to discuss the versatility of his one man show Versatile—AND share some Slam Poetry. He’s a BLACK man. He’s a GAY man. He’s a FOSTER CHILD. BUT most of all he’s Kevin! His show is a personal timeline—searching to define himself through a series of reflective but tragic experiences. “We walk around and we’re looked at... for me people just try to figure me out.” Follow Kevin Neighbors on IG @kevin_neighbors. https://www.instagram.com/kevin_neighbors

With over 2 million TikTok followers Nashville Country Singer Alexandra Kay joins STRIKE A CHORD. Alexandra started off playing competitive league softball. There were college scholarships lining up, sports agents and promising future ahead—BUT she decided to pursue a career in music—AND she caught Nelly’s it's Hot In Herre attention and signed a deal. GOOD CALL! Alexandra’s track I Kinda Don’t reached the number one spot on iTunes Country Charts. Music, tours and more on Alexandra Kay at https://www.alexandrakayofficial.com

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Episode 906: Sports Matters and R&B/Soul Artist Ashton Edminster

CCS Contributor SPORTS MATTERS with Kevin Drake joins in on JUST TALKING to discuss the Tokyo Summer Olympic Games. It’s about time Skateboarding and Surfing were part of the games. As Tony Hawk would say "I consider skateboarding an art form, a lifestyle and a sport." PLUS—name drama in Cleveland—Guardians? The next Babe Ruth?—Shohei Ohtani? AND the world of NIL rights for collegiate athletics? OK young millennial athletes it’s time to use your NIL (Name, Image and Likeness) and bring in the endorsement cash—that is, if there’s any left after Bryce Young’s deal!

What’s the secret to 15 million streams on Spotify? STRIKE A CHORD guest Singer-Songwriter Ashton Edminster decided to put her personality on social media and sing to her followers—“the cool thing about social media is it lets you have an inside on people's lives.” Ashton’s track Break the Distance describes the experience of having internet friendship/relationships—AND within the first 24 hours was charted #9 on iTunes! Ashton’s single Seem Okay features previous STRIKE A CHORD guest Dezmond Walkeron vocals. This track describes the difference between men and women in the most open and complimentary way, love is intoxicating. Ashton Edminster is available on all major streaming services: http://www.ashtonedminster.com

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Episode 908: Actor/Playwright Catherine Barnes, Band Punk Rock Factory

Maybe means NO? No means maybe YES? Maybe means MAYBE? Chris still isn’t sure. Actress/Playwright Catherine Barnes joins JUST TALKING to share her insight on consent and why we all suck at it. Yes? No? Maybe So? is part musical with a mix of inner social justice warrior jazz hands—AND a strong millennial message—“No one gets to grab my boobs if I don’t give consent!” Millennial dating is hard and confusing. Catherine practices LOVE ISLAND “negging” on Chris. While Marissa opens a maybe surprise just to get a “dick in the face?” Visit Catherine’s website at www.queenmabmusic.com.

Let’s live in a world where your favorite classic cartoons and TV shows are covered by a Punk Rock band. UK TikTok sensation Punk Rock Factory joins STRIKE A CHORD—AND has already done it! Their new album Masters of the Uniwurst takes on 21 classic theme songs including: Cars—Life is a Highway, Power Rangers, The Flintstones, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Pokemon and many more. It’s trippy when you hear the opening theme song to the 90’s TV show Mighty Morphin Power Rangers as a punk metal, drum smashing, head banger! Go! Go! Power Rangers! Pick up the latest Punk Rock Factory album and merch at www.punkrockfactory.com