CREATOR INTERVIEW WITH TWIN CITIZEN BAND MEMBERS- ADAM LIFTO AND JOE HARTLEY

04/22/23 • 30 min

Episode 7 of Creator’s Canvas interrupts band practice with Twin Citizen band members Adam Lifto and Joe Hartley. Born out of the Twin Cities, it’s not surprising this band has already had early success headlining bigger venues such as the 331 Club and First Avenue's 7th St Entry. Twin Citizen is a fantastic mix of funk, alternative, synth, progressive and independent style of rock music. Each member brings their own genre of preferences reflecting a wide range of musical interests, influences, and musical experiences. This 30-minute episode crams in an uplifting, funny, and authentic conversation with vocalist Joe Hartley and lead guitarist, Adam Lifto.

They make sure to acknowledge the other members of this group of 5, including Paul Narlock on bass, Will Hanson on keys and Joe Diaz on drums. Adam and Joe don’t hold back what motivates them, what key factors give them true camaraderie and more profoundly the unique stories that have led them to be one of the few amazing all recovery bands living a life without substance use. Twin Citizen recently completed recording in studio mastering nine original songs and premiered their newest release Splinter. One of the best episodes yet ... with proud members of the Minnesota Music Coalition Non-Profit, Twin Citizen!

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CREATOR INTERVIEW WITH – ARTISTIC DIRECTOR - RICHARD D. THOMPSON

Episode 6 of Creator’s Canvas sits down with Minnesota History Theatre’s new Artistic Director, Richard D Thompson. Richard brings his wisdom and life experience from many walks of life as a choreographer, dramaturg, educator, director, and performer. He shares his beliefs and extensive knowledge openly, “art is inspired by life”. This 30-minute interview explores Richards early start joining his childhood friends in cultural dance and following him through his years in a true career of passion for artistic expression. Being present in the moment, today Mr. Thompson will be seeking to build on History Theatre’s important legacy of creating new and existing work within the Midwest’s home base stories.

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Creator Interview with Resin Artist -Mike Altobell-Resendez

Episode 8 dives into the wide range of artistic platforms with creator, Mike Altobell-Resendez in this Creator’s Canvas interview. In Mike's spare time he enjoys creating wood, pour painting, and resin projects. Mr. Resendez has homed in mostly with cribbage boards and household items, but it’s anything from quiet or boring. We discuss his continued exploration of resin artwork expanding one-of-a-kind pieces around the new inspirations discovered beyond his home base of the Como Park community. This year will be his third annual entry for the MN State Fair.

Known by many as “Mike Rez”, he is also a self-described audio junkie. He is the creator and producer of the “Nine-45 Radio Show” running 5 years going strong currently on WFNU-LP 94.1FM Saturday mornings at 9:45am. He also co-hosts the “Amazing Pop Culture Podcast” as well as riding the synthwave era, booking shows with band Nitrowave Twin Cities. Recently launching a website and releasing the album “Artificial”, he stays balanced and centered humbly expressing individual resin art pieces as they flow or motivate the creative itch. Try to keep up and listen all the way through this episode or you might miss what is coming next!