Nov 15, 2023
For this episode of Pass the Mic, we talked to Brandon and Derek Campbell— twin brothers who form the country music duo Kentucky Gentlemen. Brandon and Derek grew up in Versailles, Kentucky where their involvement in performing began with singing in a church choir. The Kentucky Gentlemen were named “Artist to...
Nov 8, 2023
For this episode of “Pass the Mic”, we sat down with Nashville-based hip hop artist Brian Brown. Brian discussed his eclectic musical upbringing, and ways that his early musical influences have shaped his current sound. He also describes his realities of being a working musician in Nashville, and the ongoing...
Oct 25, 2023
For this episode of “Pass the Mic: Creating a Stage for Change,” we sat down with Tiffany Provenzano and Ahsaki LaFrance-Chachere, two music industry professionals involved with Nashville-based mTheory’s Equal Access Development Program. This 12-month program is designed to provide access and training for...
Oct 11, 2023
For this episode of “Pass the Mic: Creating a Stage for Change,” we sat down with Nashville-based blues musician Adia Victoria. Adia was born in South Carolina, lived for a period of time in Europe, and eventually landed in Nashville in 2010. Her full-length records include Beyond the Bloodhounds released...
Oct 4, 2023
For this episode of Pass the Mic, we had the opportunity to talk with Knoxville-based percussionist and educator Obayana Ajanaku. Obayana has been studying West African drumming since the age of 6. He is a lifelong student of African percussion, and continues to pursue opportunities to develop his performing skills and...