Jetlag Trav
02/18/24 • 88 min
“Be a homie & let us know what you think”
Ever pondered the creative spark behind an electrifying bass line or the texture of a well-crafted beat? Jetlag Trav, the gifted bass guitarist and Beatmaker, joins me for a no-holds-barred conversation. We navigate Trav's artistic voyage from his formative albums to the live gigs that have crowds buzzing throughout California. He unfolds tales of his youthful escapades, his synergy with the A Love Supreme CA collective, and the raw energy he injects into every rhythm. Meanwhile emphasizing the sheer delight of musical exploration and the significance of fun in the artistic process.
Strap in for a ride through the symbiotic world of creativity and community as Jetlag Trav and I spotlight collaborators like Blkgod9, TeedotEinsof, Thxk U, Dom Cruz Enlightenment Pics, who've amplified our recent endeavors. We peel back the layers of our journeys, discussing the careful balance between savoring the creative journey and pursuing triumph, while dishing out pearls of wisdom to the next generation of artists. Our chat is a hearty mix of life lessons and laughter, as we recollect post-lockdown reunions and the simple joys that punctuate our lives, from ramen runs to record store raids.
Finally, Jetlag Trav shares a snapshot of his college days, his stint as a performer, and his nascent entrepreneurial endeavors, expressing a heartfelt thanks for the backing he's received and teasing what's brewing on the horizon. Together, we tackle talks of travel, self-improvement, and the compelling impact of positive self-talk. With an episode brimming with passion and the unifying language of music, this is your backstage pass to the minds and melodies of Jetlag Trav.
Intro Music: "Himothy" from THEN/NOW by purp (Available Here)
Featured Music: Music from JetlagTrav's Discography (Available Here)
Social for K'Luv aka THE GO: @JetlagTrav
Website: JetlagTrav.Bandcamp.com
Tap into A Love Supreme California: https://www.instagram.com/alovesupremeca/
Edited, Mixed and Mastered by Gldnmnd
Podcast Website Link: The Rec Show Podcast
Subscribe to Our YouTube Channel: Press Here
“Be a homie & let us know what you think”
Ever pondered the creative spark behind an electrifying bass line or the texture of a well-crafted beat? Jetlag Trav, the gifted bass guitarist and Beatmaker, joins me for a no-holds-barred conversation. We navigate Trav's artistic voyage from his formative albums to the live gigs that have crowds buzzing throughout California. He unfolds tales of his youthful escapades, his synergy with the A Love Supreme CA collective, and the raw energy he injects into every rhythm. Meanwhile emphasizing the sheer delight of musical exploration and the significance of fun in the artistic process.
Strap in for a ride through the symbiotic world of creativity and community as Jetlag Trav and I spotlight collaborators like Blkgod9, TeedotEinsof, Thxk U, Dom Cruz Enlightenment Pics, who've amplified our recent endeavors. We peel back the layers of our journeys, discussing the careful balance between savoring the creative journey and pursuing triumph, while dishing out pearls of wisdom to the next generation of artists. Our chat is a hearty mix of life lessons and laughter, as we recollect post-lockdown reunions and the simple joys that punctuate our lives, from ramen runs to record store raids.
Finally, Jetlag Trav shares a snapshot of his college days, his stint as a performer, and his nascent entrepreneurial endeavors, expressing a heartfelt thanks for the backing he's received and teasing what's brewing on the horizon. Together, we tackle talks of travel, self-improvement, and the compelling impact of positive self-talk. With an episode brimming with passion and the unifying language of music, this is your backstage pass to the minds and melodies of Jetlag Trav.
Intro Music: "Himothy" from THEN/NOW by purp (Available Here)
Featured Music: Music from JetlagTrav's Discography (Available Here)
Social for K'Luv aka THE GO: @JetlagTrav
Website: JetlagTrav.Bandcamp.com
Tap into A Love Supreme California: https://www.instagram.com/alovesupremeca/
Edited, Mixed and Mastered by Gldnmnd
Podcast Website Link: The Rec Show Podcast
Subscribe to Our YouTube Channel: Press Here
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K'Luv aka The Go
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The episode crescendos as we pay homage to the artists who ignited our creative sparks—Prince's electrifying presence, the boundary-pushing sounds of progressive rock, and the innovative spirit of early electronic music. K'Luv aka THE GO recounts how these legends have influenced his current projects, including 'FreeDem Music' and 'StyTnd Vol. 1,' , 'A Wonky Wonderland(Season 1) and the profound impact they've had on his approach to crafting beats. Tune in for a session that's as much about the love of music as it is a nod to the power it has to inspire, heal, and bring people together.
Intro Music: "Rinse & Repeat" from Rinse & Repeat by Pootie & Nothing_Neue (Available Here)
Featured Music: Music from K'Luv aka THE GO's Discography (Available Here)
Social for K'Luv aka THE GO: @kluvakathego
Website: https://linktr.ee/kluvakathego
Tap into Controllerise: @Controllerise
Edited, Mixed and Mastered by Gldnmnd
Podcast Website Link: The Rec Show Podcast
Subscribe to Our YouTube Channel: Press Here
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King John-ILL
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Season four comes roaring in with the indomitable King John ILL, a beat-making maestro whose rhythms and grooves are as royal as his title suggests. We peel back the layers of his artistic identity, from the genesis of his kingly name to the Instagram flip videos and Donut Lounge clips. Sit back and soak in the origin story of a Beatmaker who transcends the ordinary, crafting beats that resonate with the soul of New York's bustling soundscape.
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Intro Music: Sober Thoughts by $aveme from BOOTED by Untalented Tapes
Episode Music: All music heard from King John ILL's Bandcamp Discography Available Here
Find King John ILL: @djkingjohn_ill
Website: https://linktr.ee/kingjohnill
Watch King John ILL's Donut Lounge Beat Set Here: https://tr.ee/zDKqmIM9MB
Edited, Mixed and Mastered by Gldnmnd
Podcast Website Link: The Rec Show Podcast
Subscribe to Our YouTube Channel: Press Here
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Speaker 3Welcome to the Rec Show podcast , a show dedicated to beat makers around the world .
Speaker 3Kick back , relax with the host's golden mind .
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