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#liveandcreate
by Miguel Antonio
#liveandcreate podcast is where the host Miguel Antonio lead singer of the band Run With It talks to artists and entrepreneurs about what it means to live a great life and create great things. Live and Create Conversations dive into guests’ personal stories and inspiration. They often touch on the practicalities of either business or creation and then build into a philosophical discussion about life and creating art, music, and a better world.
Episodes
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188 Ashira - Adrian Taylor, Kotarah, Omega Sparx (Cinematic Rock, Hip Hop, Sync Licensing)
Ashira is a genre-blending collective merging alternative rock, dark pop, electronic production, and hip hop into a cinematic, emotionally charged sound. Inspired by the intensity of Linkin Park, Poppy, Praise the Fallen, and Evanescence, the group combines heavy rock textures, atmospheric...
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187 KATZROAR (Songwriter, Artists, Performer)
KATZROAR is a Los Angeles-based psychedelic rock project led by Kat Avila. A self-proclaimed witch and muse, she uses ethereal vocals, poetic lyrics and instrumental landscapes to cast spells for body, soul and spirit. As a completely independent artist, she has amassed over 28 million streams…
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186 Burt Blackarach (Music supervisor, Composer, Producer, DJ, and Publisher )
Amani “Burt Blackarach” Smith is an award-winning music supervisor, composer, producer, DJ, and publisher whose work spans film, television, global stages, and streaming platforms, with credits including Netflix’s The Perfect Neighbor and Stamped From The Beginning, ABC’s The Wonder Years, and…
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185 MAGPIE (Artist, Songwriter, Sync Licensing)
Doctor turned musician, MAGPIE is an alt/pop artist who believes music is medicine. She writes music with the purpose of healing herself and healing others. Her first EP “Mischief” brings empowerment through heartbreak, while her new EP “Memoir” focuses on recovering from your past. In this...
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184 Kemy J (Rapper, Speaker, Sync Licensing)
Kemy J is an independent artist and keynote speaker known as a “Joy Booster,” using music and storytelling to inspire connection, motivation, and personal growth. A first-generation Haitian-American and international speaker, he creates uplifting, high-energy music and is actively expanding into...
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183 Mike Vallejo (Producer, Multi-Instrumentalist, Micro Giant, Sync Licensing.)
A lifelong drummer and multi-instrumentalist, Mike’s career highlights include being a top-ten Guitar Center Drum-Off finalist and performing on legendary stages like SXSW, Music Tastes Good, KROQ, and KEXP. After decades of touring and recording with diverse artists, including two-time Latin...
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182 SHORUNNA (Producer / Sync Alliance)
SHORUNNA is an Eritrean producer from Seattle now based in Portland who draws heavily on the natural environment around him to shape his sound. He uses textures, space, and organic elements from nature as inspiration while composing and scoring across multiple styles. Summary In this…
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182 Kenny & Tyler of The Perilous Ones (Band, Song Writers)
The Perilous Ones is a Kansas City–based three-piece “party metal” band blending heavy riffs with infectious grooves. Guitarist and bassist Kenny Saunders drives the band’s explosive sound, while vocalist Tyler Butler brings raw power and unfiltered emotion to every track. Summary In this...
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181 Nathan Foreman (Producer, Owner at Supr Selectiv Sync Agency)
Nathan Foreman, is a music producer for artists, television, commercials, and film. Originally from Woodbridge, Virginia, this Virginia native graduated with a Bachelor's Degree in Recording Arts from Full Sail University in 2014. Some of his most notable music placements include Fortnite, Real...
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180 Kadesh Flow (Rapper, Trombonist, Recording Artists)
Kadesh Flow is a rapper with an MBA, a trombone Super Saiyan, and a Billboard Charting recording/ performing artist. He brings all of the above together, both on tracks and on stage, in riveting form as he actively blends his jazz and hip hop backgrounds. In this episode, Kadesh Flow and Miguel...
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179 Paimon Alipour (Musician, Producer, DJ, Sync Licensing)
Paimon Alipour is a self-taught musician, producer, and DJ known for blending analog warmth, soulful grooves, and cinematic storytelling. His music has appeared in feature films, on major mixtapes, and across national radio, with over 30 million views and 170k+ followers on social media. As a...
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178 Omega Sparx (Recording Artist, Songwriter, Sync Licensing Expert)
Omega Sparx is a nationally recognized recording artist, songwriter, and sync licensing expert whose music has been featured in major video games, TV shows, and sports broadcasts. Known for his high-energy performances and impactful lyrics, Sparx blends hip-hop, faith, and cinematic soundscapes…
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177 Staci Brucks (Luxury Wedding and Destination Photographer)
Staci Brucks is the heart + creative behind Staci Brucks Photo! She is a Kansas-based luxury wedding and destination photographer, known for capturing timeless, emotive imagery around the world. As the heart behind Staci Brucks Photo, I bring a storytelling approach to every celebration—blending...
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176 Heidi Coy (Event producer| Author | Small business owner)
Heidi Johnson is an event producer, author, and small business owner who keeps clients calm, vendors honest, and expectations grounded in reality. She brings equal parts strategy and comedy to every event she touches. In this conversation, Miguel and Heidi explore the intricacies of event…
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175 TCintheMix (Rapper | Singer | Song Writer | Sync Licensing)
TCintheMix is a rapper/singer/songwriter residing in Chicago, IL. His sound ranges from catchy and punchy rap lyrics to fun and memorable melodies. Recent placements include CW's "All American" and NBA2K25. Summary In this conversation, TC and Miguel Antonio discuss their musical journeys, the...
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Malek Azrael (Singer | Songwriter | Producer)
Malek Azrael is a Kansas City-based singer, songwriter, and producer whose music effortlessly blends elements of Indie Rock, R&B, soul, and pop. Born and raised in the heart of the Midwest, Malek’s music is a reflection of his upbringing and his experiences, which he translates into honest,...
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173 Chakra & Paimon (Producers | Songwriters | Sync Licensing)
In this episode, Paimon Alipour, known for blending analog warmth and cinematic storytelling, and Chakra, crafting soulful music for TV and film syncs, explore the importance of collaboration in music. They discuss navigating the sync world, balancing art and business, and the crucial role of...
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172 Dan Ha (Producer | Mix Engineer | Sync Licensing)
Dan is a producer and mix engineer who’s been working with indie artists for the past four years. In May 2024, he left an 11-year tech career to go all in on artist production and sync licensing. Now, he’s focused full-time on helping artists develop their sound while also growing his personal...
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170 Atara (Singer | Performer | Plastic Rhino)
Atara is the lead singer of the band Plastic Rhino an Alternative Rock Band from Los Angeles, their latest single and music video “TAKEITALL” out now. Plastic Rhino has been featured on Sirius XM, college radio, FM radio, VEVO playlist Incoming Rock, and Spotify/apple editorial playlists. Summary...
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169 Lorenzo Lucchi (Music Creator | Songwriter | Producer | Sync Licensing)
Lorenzo is a singer, songwriter and producer from Modena, Italy. His vocal style, rooted in alternative rock, blends into electronic, indie-pop, and cinematic genres. He started playing guitar at 11 years old, studied music and singing for years, and spent most of his early adulthood performing...
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168 Sara Verduzco (Drummer, Sentimental Creatures)
Sara Verduzco was born into a baseball family but was raised in the midwest music scene. By day she is the music education rep for Lanham Music in Saint Joseph, MO and by night she is rocking the drums with the up and coming KCMO rock band, Sentimental Creatures." Summary In this conversation…
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167 April Recap
Band update - Everything worth doing is hard. Recap of episodes; 163 Aidan Brock (Musician | Composer) 164 Adrian Taylor (Musician | Producer | Content Creator) 165 Jamogi Bridges (Artist | Producer | Band Leader) 166 Kotarah (Singer | Producer | Sync Licensing) ______ Welcome to the…
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166 Kotarah (Singer, Producer, Sync Licensing)
Kotarah is a singer, songwriter, and producer from Vancouver Island, Canada, blending haunting vocals with bold alternative pop. Often compared to Billie Eilish and Amy Lee, she’s now pursuing film music to bring her sounds to the big screen. In our conversation, Kotarah and I discussed her...
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165 Jamogi Bridges (Artists, Producer, Band Leader)
Jamogi is a powerhouse in the Kansas City music scene—a singer, songwriter, producer, performer, and bandleader with an undeniable presence. And above all, he’s a proud dog dad to a beautiful Red Merle Australian Shepherd. Originally from Long Beach, California, Jamogi made his mark in KC after...
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164 Adrian Taylor (Musician | Producer | Content Creator)
Adrian Tailor is a versatile music producer and composer known for blending classical, hip-hop, R&B, jazz, and rock into dynamic, cinematic soundscapes. His work spans from soulful, laid-back grooves to high-energy compositions, making it ideal for film, TV, commercials, and video games. With a...
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163 Aidan Brock (Musician, Composer)
Aidan is a musician and composer based in Wellington, NZ. Inspired by film scores from his childhood, he is now on his journey into sync licensing. Summary: In this conversation, Miguel Antonio and Aidan discuss Aidan's journey in music production, focusing on his experiences in the New Zealand...
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162 March Recap
Summary In this March recap episode of the #liveandcreate podcast, Miguel Antonio shares updates on his band Run With It, discusses insights from various guests about the music industry, and emphasizes the importance of understanding oneself as an artist. The episode features clips from…
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161 Keelan Donovan (Singer-Songwriter, Performing Artist)
Keelan Donovan is a songwriter and musician known for his catchy melodies and honest, storytelling lyrics. Blending elements of pop, folk, and rock, his music connects with audiences through its authenticity and energy. With a career built on sharp songwriting and dynamic performances, he…
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160 Cody Boston (Founder Flew The Coop Sessions, Videographer)
Cody Boston is the founder and president of Flew the Coop Sessions, a KC based live session series featuring artists of all kinds from all over. With over 100 sessions now published, Flew the Coop Sessions came from humble beginnings in a former animal coop-turned-DIY-recording studio in North...
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159 Caleb & Lindsay Blacksher (Artists, Entrepreneurs)
Blacksher Music is made up of Caleb and Lindsay Blacksher, a husband and wife out of Riverside, MO. We play cover music from most all decades of rock, pop, country, blues and R&B. We’re passionate about music and perform live as a solo act, husband-and-wife duo, or full band trio. We also provide...
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158 Liza Carbe and Jean-Pierre Durand (Artists / Authors)
Liza Carbe and Jean-Pierre Durand are co-founders of the international touring and recording “world guitar” Incendio. They are also the owners of Strange Tree Productions. Through their company, they have been writing production music for music libraries, scoring for tv, movies, audio dramas,...
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157 Jared Oluwa (Independent Music Creative, Sync Licensing, Public Speaker)
Jared Oluwa is an Independent Music Creative from Los Angeles who works in the TV & Film Industry. Since reaching different levels in his career, the focus has been on showing Creatives how to Invest in their Elevation. Summary: In this conversation, Miguel Antonio and Jared Oluwa explore the...
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156 Feb Recap
In this episode I reflect on the previous month's guests, sharing insights and lessons I’ve learned from guests. I also discuss the transition of my band, Run With It, to self-production, the importance of community in the music industry, and the value of hard work and perseverance. The episode...
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155 A.D. (Producer, Artist, Sync Licensing )
A.D. is a husband and father of two girls. He has spent the last 18 years working with special needs children. He is now pursuing his passion for music and creativity through the avenue of sync licensing. Connect with A.D. here: https://www.instagram.com/eyewitness24/ Summary In this…
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154 Mark Manning (Radio Host and Producer - KKFI Kansas City)
Mark Manning, based in Kansas City, Missouri, serves as host and producer of Wednesday MidDay Medley on 90.1 FM KKFI. He co-founded Big Bang Buffet, known for over 300 original productions across performance art, theater, music, and more. Mark also coordinated the KCK Organic Teaching Gardens for...
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153 Erica McKenzie (Singer Songwriter, Loop Artist, 1/5 of Flat Susan)
Erica McKenzie is a Kansas City based singer-songwriter / loop artist who over the last 10 years has built a solo career in music as Erica-One-Woman-Band. Her liquid-velvet powerhouse vocals, live looping skills, massive repertoire and soulful originals captivate all who listen. A member of KC’s...
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152 Frankie Shorez (Artists, Performer, Business Owner)
Frankie Shorez is a 30-year-old artist based in Kansas City, originally from Lawrence, Kansas. Passionate about writing new music and performing, Frankie is also a small business owner and teaches modeling instruction. With a diverse creative background, Frankie continues to inspire others…
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151 Dec/Jan Recap
In this episode, I’m looking back at some of the most impactful moments from the #liveandcreate podcast over December and January. Join me as I revisit the incredible stories and insights from our amazing guests, and share how their wisdom continues to inspire and energize my own creative…
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150 Amanda Hughey (Singer-Songwriter - Flat Susan / Twice On Sunday)
Keywords self-discovery, religion, evangelical culture, identity, authenticity, music, spirituality, Flat Susan, community, personal growth
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149 Wryker House (Podcaster, Business Owner (Wryker Cheescake Tavern)
Wryker House is a senior at Smithville High School in Smithville, MO. He is also the owner of Wryker’s Cheesecake Tavern and co-hosts The Pulse Podcast (TPP) with Payton, where they discuss topics relevant to young adults, including sports, food, movies, TV shows, and music. Additionally, Wryker...
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148 Brittany Frompovich (Bass Player, Music Educator)
Brittany Frompovich is a versatile musician, clinician, and music educator based in Northern Virginia, known for her musicianship on both electric and double bass. Executing both innovative solo performances and collaborative work across diverse genres, she has shared stages with prominent…
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147 Daniel Owen (Musician, Artists, Promotor)
Daniel Owen is an independent spoken word artist and songwriter. He passionately creates music and writes songs reflecting his life experiences, often collaborating with musicians globally. In addition to his musical pursuits, Daniel organizes benefit concerts in Kansas City to support various...
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146 Ryan Lynch (Songwriter, Band Leader - The Champagne)
Ryan Lynch is a singer, songwriter, and leader of The Champagne, one of Kansas City’s premier party bands. Summary: In this conversation, Ryan Lynch shares his journey through the music industry, discussing personal growth, the challenges of leading a band, and the importance of learning from...
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145 Kelsey Cook (Drummer)
Kelsey Cook, also known as "K.C. from KC," has been playing drums since she was 10 years old and brings a wealth of experience to her craft. Hailing from Kansas City, she earned her Percussion Performance Degree from Washburn University and completed the Summer Shot Program at the Musician’s...
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144 Ashleigh Paige (Vocalist, Instrumentalist - Flat Susan / Twice On Sunday)
Ashleigh Paige is a powerhouse vocalist and seasoned performer with over a decade of experience captivating audiences in dueling piano bars, some of Kansas City’s premier wedding bands, and beyond. Known for her soulful voice and genre-bending style, Ashleigh brings unmatched energy and...
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143 November Recap
In this recap episode, I reflect on the key insights from my November guests, emphasizing themes of mindfulness, authenticity, and the importance of taking action without excuses. I discuss the struggle of being true to oneself, the necessity of quantity in the creative process, and the...
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142 Miguel Antonio (Crisis Into Celebration)
Join me on this special episode of the Live and Create podcast where I take a break from interviews to share a personal story of one of the scariest days of my life. It's a reminder to be present in the everyday moments and find gratitude. Let's slow down together and celebrate what truly…
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141 Neal Nice (Musician, Performer)
Neal Nice, based in Lenexa, KS, leads the band Velvet Fog, where he writes, records, produces, and releases his music independently. Actively involved in three bands including The Bowline Brothers and Permanent Wave, Neal's distinct sound is marked by ongoing creativity and a growing setlist.…
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140 Andy Ross (Drummer, Guitarist, Visual Artists, Educator)
Andrew Ross is a longtime drummer, guitarist, and visual artist. He plays multiple genres of music from country to heavy metal, and teaches percussion as well. Currently, he plays with Cam Clark in support of his new album, “The Outer Reaches.” When he’s not playing or teaching, Andrew spends…
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139 Caleb Geronimo (Vocalist, Multi-Instrumentalist)
Caleb Geronimo is a multi-instrumentalist and vocalist hailing from Salina Kansas. He brought his folk and groove musings to Kansas City in 2021 and has been jamming with a plethora of musicians and artists from all genres since he arrived. From videogame soundtracks to jam band madness he finds…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
#liveandcreate podcast is where the host Miguel Antonio lead singer of the band Run With It talks to artists and entrepreneurs about what it means to live a great life and create great things. Live and Create Conversations dive into guests’ personal stories and inspiration. They often touch on the practicalities of either business or creation and then build into a philosophical discussion about life and creating art, music, and a better world.
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