Sidewalk Talk Show

Danilo is an international touring and lifestyle photographer recently based in LA.CURRENT CLIENTS:THE CHAINSMOKERS, FLORIDA GEORGIA LINE, ZEDD, STEVE AOKI, DISRUPTOR RECORDS, BRND MGMT, BIG LOUD MANAGEMENTPREVIOUS CLIENTS:HANGOUT MUSIC FESTIVAL, FIREFLY MUSIC FESTIVAL, ELECTRIC ZOO, MYSTERYLAND, ID&T, INSOMNIAC, THE BPM FESTIVAL, ESCAPADE MUSIC FESTIVAL, MOONRISE, ADIDAS, ECHOSTAGE, CLUB GLOW, NICKY ROMERO, ABOVE & BEYOND, EDX, NICOLE MOUDABER, CARL COX, MADE EVENT, AOL, PARTNERSHIP FOR HEALTHIER AMERICA, BILLBOARD, SIRIUS XM, VICE/THUMP, PIONEER DJ, MOOD RECORDS, ANJUNABEATS, COUNTRY FLO FESTIVALFollow Danilo Lewis:https://www.danilolewis.com/http://instagram.com/danilolewisFollow Sidewalk Talk:https://twitter.com/sidewalktalkshw (all updates)https://instagram.com/sidewalktalkedm See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Lauren Ruth Ward's creativity has established itself in different forms throughout her life: whether it was decorating her bedroom in childhood or cutting hair and making music in adulthood. She is known by all who see her live as an energetic and undeniably passionate performer regardless of crowd size--a few people or hundreds alike, she gives them the same charisma and intensity. In this segment, we dive into her personal story and cover her frequented childhood spots, positive relationship with parents, experiences as a rebel child, getting expelled in high school, moving from Baltimore to Los Angeles, and causes she's passionate about such as the environment and equality. Listen to Lauren Ruth Ward:https://open.spotify.com/artist/6RFGw...Lara Santos (interviewer and producer):Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laraisabirdEmail: larasidewalktalk@gmail.com / projectsbylara@gmail.comAdelyn Soetyono (video editor): Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adelyn18Twitter: ahttps://www.twitter.com/adelynsoetyonoMegan Baldado (videographer):Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/basic.baldadoEmail: basic.baldado@gmail.comBrandon Marconet (videographer):Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/killercucum...Follow Sidewalk Pop:https://www.instagram.com/sidewalktalkpop See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Germano Blanco hails from Ribeirão Pires, Brazil and moved out to Los Angeles as a teenager to pursue his dreams of becoming an actor and singer. The budding creative has already made moves, making his acting debut in a film called "Maestro" and producing and directing his music video "Lost Crowd" not long ago. He's also worked as an extra in pop star Camila Cabello's music video "Havana" and in American Crime Story. Germano's journey to accomplishing his first milestones did not come without an uphill battle though--he has had to work on becoming fluent in English, pushing back against the negativity of bullies, and much more. Check out the video to get the lowdown on Germano.Interview by Lara Santos:https://www.instagram.com/laraisabird/Listen to Germano:https://open.spotify.com/artist/5fgemcEHFCvWmlegdgRA2e?si=sMvhzn8qQ_CJfizjtIxXRAFollow Sidewalk Talk:https://twitter.com/sidewalktalkshw (all updates)https://instagram.com/sidewalktalkpop See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Nicknamed after the attire he became known for wearing in recording studios, Pink Sweat$ is a singer and songwriter who favors R&B ballads consisting of only his voice and guitar. After writing material for other artists, he made his recorded debut in 2018 and has released Volume 1 and Volume 2, EPs made with the intent of creating a lasting emotional connection with listeners.A native of Philadelphia, David Bowden was musically inclined as a youngster. He learned to play drums and sang regularly. Raised in a religious household, he didn't get into secular music until his late teenage years, and eventually absorbed a wide breadth of genres. He got into the music industry as a demo vocalist and songwriter at Philly's historic Sigma Sound Studios. With no desire to become a recording artist himself, he co-wrote material for the likes of Rosie Bondz, Natalie Imani, Aaron Camper (including the 2016 single "Guns and Roses"), and Tierra Whack (such as the 2017 single "Child Please" and 2018's "Pretty Ugly"). After surviving a severely debilitating three-year fight with a rare esophageal disorder, he felt inspired to start keeping his songs to himself, and signed a digital distribution deal with Human Re Sources. Bowden made his recorded debut in July 2018 with "Honesty" and "No Replacing You," a pair of heartfelt, unvarnished ballads that sharply contrasted with commercial R&B. Both songs appeared that November on Volume 1, Bowden's first EP. The similarly direct and brief Volume 2 arrived the following March. ~ Andy Kellman, Rovi See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Kidd Kenn who made a splash on Chicago's drill music scene as a teenager with original tracks like "Eriod" as well as remixes of popular songs like G Herbo's "Never Cared." He is notable for being one of the few openly gay rappers in the scene. He discovered his love for rapping in the sixth grade while living in Chicago. His first EP of original material, Childish, was released in August 2018.Listen to Kidd Kenn:https://open.spotify.com/artist/5dkb0qOeUicNVLZKRGG92m?si=1_E1xDcbRO-cVUstXJLOqwFollow Sidewalk Talk:https://instagram.com/sidewalktalkrhythm See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Justin Love is a singer, songwriter and producer from Cliffside Park, NJ who's work has been praised by the likes of notable musicians & producers such as, Nicki Minaj, Alicia Keys, Jermaine Dupri and more. Co-writer of the 2016 smash hit "Focus" by H.E.R, Justin has earned himself a grammy nomination. The self-taught, 24 year old musician honed his performance skills the same way he built his large following: with nothing but his voice and a Bluetooth speaker, singing to random people at malls in his suburban hometown. With his eyes set on the main stage Justin looks to capture the hearts of all the women out there with his Love stories.Interview by Lara Santos:https://www.instagram.com/laraisabirdListen to Justin Love:https://open.spotify.com/artist/2hb9qKOv4xtA7W3Nx0W5ZF?si=6Wklg1JITFiqSP_NBrX3_AFollow Sidewalk Talk:https://twitter.com/sidewalktalkshw (all updates)https://instagram.com/sidewalktalkrhythm See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

New Hope Club is a British pop trio formed in 2015 and consisting of Reece Bibby, Blake Richardson, and George Smith. Their debut EP, Welcome to the Club, was released on Steady Records/Hollywood Records on 2 May 2017. They had two songs included on the soundtrack of the 2018 film Early Man, "Good Day" and "Tiger Feet". They released "Crazy" and "Medicine" as promotional singles for their second EP, Welcome to the Club Pt.2, which was released on 30 October 2018.Follow Sidewalk Talk:https://twitter.com/sidewalktalkshw (all updates)https://instagram.com/sidewalktalkpop See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Emmy nominated actress, producer, filmmaker, writer and musician, Anna Akana, is thrilled to unveil her debut music project. She has released the music video to her debut single, “Intervention,” from her forthcoming album, Casualty, expected later this year.Anna says, “Casualty is an album about overcoming, and the first single ‘Intervention’ is about finally facing a decade long battle I've had with alcohol.”On her debut album, Anna Akana takes an unapologetic and uncompromising look at all the battles she’s faced throughout her life, from depression to abuse to toxic relationships. But with the same unstoppable spirit and magnetic presence she’s shown in her self-driven career as an actress, producer, filmmaker, and writer—as well as a social media superstar whose YouTube channel boasts over 2.5 million subscribers—Akana turns all that pain into a message of strength and self-empowerment.Akana is tapping into her filmmaking ingenuity to create videos for each song she plans to release this year. Keep a look out for more music and tour dates to be announced soon.Follow Sidewalk Talk:https://twitter.com/sidewalktalkshw (all updates)https://instagram.com/sidewalktalkpop See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

A soulful pop- and R&B-influenced singer, Spencer Sutherland came to the public's attention while competing on the U.K.'s The X Factor in 2017. Following his time on the show, he released his debut EP, None of This Has Been About You.Born in 1992 in Pickerington, Ohio (near Columbus), Sutherland grew up singing from a young age, and by high school was active in musicals and show choir. He also began performing locally, appearing at restaurants and other venues. Moving to Los Angeles, he further pursued a music career, co-writing and releasing the singles "Heartstrings" in 2013, "Bad Influence" in 2015, and "Girls" in 2016. In 2017, Sutherland gained wider recognition traveling to London where he competed on the U.K. version of The X Factor. Auditioning with Marvin Gaye's "Let's Get It On," he ultimately made it through to the live shows. The following year, he joined JAGMAC as an opening act on tour and issued the single "Talk." He also signed with BMG, and returned in 2019 with the EP None of This Has Been About You, which featured the single "Sweater."Follow Sidewalk Talk:https://twitter.com/sidewalktalkshw (all updates)https://instagram.com/sidewalktalkpopFollow me, Lauren Engel:http://www.instagram.com/laurenvanengelhttp://www.twitter.com/engelauren See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

English producer Flux Pavilion started making tracks while still in his teens, focusing on building his own breed of infectious and high-energy dubstep. He quickly grew from self-releasing songs online to issuing new vinyl 12"s with various labels and touring internationally, eventually getting to a new level with his 2010 track "I Can't Stop," which was sampled by Kanye West and Jay-Z. The producer collected some of his sharpest work for his 2015 debut album, Tesla.DJ, producer, and multi-instrumentalist Joshua Steele took the name Flux Pavilion around 2008 when he released the track "Cheap Crisps" as a digital download. Steele had grown up in Towcester, where his early musical perspectives had been especially inspired by dubstep producer Rusko as well as classic rock acts like Bowie and Zappa. At the time, he and like-minded producers Doctor P and Trolley Snatcha had been playing in guitar-based bands together, but after downloading some music creation software, they agreed the future was digital and were set on their electronic paths.Watch the Throne Fast-forward to 2010, and Flux Pavilion had made a name for himself with plenty of club hits, remixes, and DJ gigs, but that year's "I Can't Stop" took his career to another level. Two "fans" Steele met on a tour of America asked to sample the cut for their upcoming hip-hop album, and a year later "I Can't Stop" became the basis of "Who Gon Stop Me" on Jay-Z and Kanye West's joint effort Watch the Throne. Flux Pavilion's hit track "Bass Cannon" arrived that same year, along with a collaborative cut with Doctor P, "Super Bad." He released several EPs including 2010's Lines in Wax and 2013's Freeway before a proper studio album materialized in the form of 2015's energetic Tesla. The LP included cameos from artists ranging from media personality Riff Raff to old-school Afrika Bambaataa affiliates Soulsonic Force.Always busy, Steele continued releasing Flux Pavilion singles, EPs, and remixes throughout the 2010s, collaborating again with Doctor P on the Party Drink Smoke EP in 2016 and offering up new tracks like "Party Starter" and "Room to Fall" as the years went on.Listen to Flux Pavilion:https://open.spotify.com/artist/7muzHifhMdnfN1xncRLOqk?si=AUSFMCHnRHir-uYDoXrT6QFollow Sidewalk Talk:https://twitter.com/sidewalktalkshw (all updates)https://instagram.com/sidewalktalkedm See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Since 2015 Australian songwriter/producer Max Byrne, aka Golden Vessel, has been crafting a unique sound that blends elements of electronic music with hip-hop, RnB and alternative pop, as he continues to explore different songwriting styles and techniques to help create a truly unique and engaging sound.“I want to convey in my music everything I love about music. Whether it’s incorporating different genres into one song, or different processes and homages to different times” – Max ByrneIn such a short period of time Max Byrne has released two hugely successful eps (‘Before Sleep’ & ‘Right/Side’), has done two Australian headline tours, has been main support for Willow Beats and The Kite String Tangle on their national tours, signed an Australasian record deal with Exist Recordings, partnered with New World Artists for Australasian bookings & tours, sign a publishing deal with US agency Ultra Music Publishing, and has collected millions of streams via Spotify & Apple Music for his catalogue of released music.Max has always seen Golden Vessel as being a collaborative project. He thrives on working with his friends and fellow music industry peers, and as he continues to expand his sound and artistic growth, he is excited about the music that he is yet to create with all of the new friends he makes along the way.2018 has been a busy year for Golden Vessel. He’s been involved in writing & producing music for Filous, Benji Lewis, Mallrat, Allday and Cub Sport, as well as a few others that can’t be named just yet.And back on the home-front he released a single in February called ‘Hesitate’ with this good friend and regular collaborator Emerson Leif, which has gone on to be his most successful release to-date with over 8 million streams on Spotify alone.He also began working on his debut album and gave us three of its lead-singles; BIGBRIGHT, MOONSTONE, DIZZY & HIGHWAY, all with accompanying music videos designed set the perfect aesthetic for the upcoming album.Golden Vessel then kicked-off 2019 with his first North American tour supporting New Zealand artist BAYNK, which was followed by his debut appearance at SXSW in Austin, Texas.Then in May 2019 Golden Vessel released his highly anticipated debut album SLOWSHINE which features a stellar cast of guests including DUCKWRTH, E^ST, Woodes, Cult Shotta, Elkkle, Akurei, Lonelyspeck, Oscar Key Sung, The Nicholas and Emerson Leif, and it also comes with news of a 21-date North American headline tour that is happening throughout July 2019.Listen to Golden Vessel:https://open.spotify.com/artist/6bJCrLZcvsBMzve04BmgwS?si=wukTaw14QDmI2UDJmtiWyQFollow Sidewalk Talk:https://twitter.com/sidewalktalkshw (all updates)https://instagram.com/sidewalktalkedm See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

One of the most visionary artists in the electronic world today, Mat Zo makes music both forward-pushing and timeless, exactingly crafted and intensely emotional. As shown on his full-length debut Damage Control(nominated for Best Dance/Electronic Album at the 2015 Grammy Awards), the 24-year-old producer/DJ boldly yet gracefully warps boundaries, constructing entire worlds with ever-changing texture and mood.Born in London under the name Matan Zohar, Zo learned to play guitar, bass, and drums by the time he was 12 and released his debut single on a:Loud Recordings at age 16. By 2012, he’d teamed up with Porter Robinson for “Easy” (a single that hit #1 on Beatport Top 100 chart) and begun work on his first album. Since putting out Damage Control—which climbed to #1 on the iTunes Dance chart the day it dropped—Zo launched a record label named Mad Zoo and had taken the stage everywhere from Madison Square Garden to major festivals like Electric Daisy Carnival, Ultra Music Festival, and TomorrowLand.“The last album showed that it’s possible to be all over the place with sound or genre and still stay true to your sensibility,” says Zo. “Letting yourself be completely open and try out whatever you want can make the process a lot harder in some ways—but it also gives you the most freedom, and I think that’s so important for making the whole thing feel alive.”Listen to Mat zo:https://open.spotify.com/artist/2n7USVO8fO8FF8zq4kG2N1Follow Sidewalk Talk:https://twitter.com/sidewalktalkedmhttps://instagram.com/sidewalktalkedm See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Wooli (Adam) is an East Coast producer who has quickly taken 2016 by storm. In a short time, Wooli has gained support from the top artists and writers in the industry. With successful releases and premieres under imprints such as Owsla’s NESTHQ and Mad Decent’s Good Enough, Wooli has proved his productions are worthy to take note of. Adam’s refreshing take on Bass Music has captivated music lovers across multiple genres, Blending together melodic future bass and hard hitting dubstep, Wooli creates a unique live experience that you do not want to miss.Listen to Wooli:https://open.spotify.com/artist/1Uyqa2sdHm1bL5JK4IC4zc?si=nlHHkKQ9SMKO839NQ_wM4gFollow Sidewalk Talk:https://twitter.com/sidewalktalkshw (all updates)https://instagram.com/sidewalktalkedm See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

There’s a transformative power to Dana Williams’ voice, a rare ability to bend time and turn feeling bad into something impossibly lovely. Raised on singers like Ella Fitzgerald and Billie Holiday, the L.A.-based artist brings a jazzy nonchalance to her delivery while drawing big emotion from the subtlest vocal movement. In recent years she’s gained an ardent following by matching that graceful urgency with her disarmingly intimate songwriting—a dynamic that landed her 2017 single Honey on Spotify’s Fresh Finds playlist.Growing up in L.A. and New York, Williams first began experimenting with songwriting in middle school, often in collaboration with her father: the late legendary rhythm guitarist David Williams. Within a year of booking her first show, Williams made her debut with The Lonely One—a 2013 EP whose opening track, Keep Me Waiting, earned the distinction of being the only original vocal composition featured in Damien Chazelle’s Oscar-winning film Whiplash. Delivering her sophomore EP Let's Fall in 2015, she then switched her focus to releasing singles, putting out a track a month for over a year. She also appeared as a featured artist alongside Aminé on Rejjie Snow’s Egyptian Luvr (feat. Aminé and Dana Williams)—a January 2018 single that’s garnered over 20 million streams on Spotify to date. Later that year, Williams caught the attention of Alex Da Kid who signed her to KIDinaKORNER and soon set the making of her major label debut in motion.Interview by Lara Santos:https://www.instagram.com/laraisabird/Listen to Dana Williams:https://open.spotify.com/artist/4rljPSpCHQzUJMNOvmw1DLFollow Sidewalk Talk:https://twitter.com/sidewalktalkshw (all updates)https://instagram.com/sidewalktalkshow See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

‘So that you might hear me' is the follow-up to Bear’s Den’s debut, Islands, which earned them an Ivor Novello nomination in the UK and a devoted following worldwide, and 2016’s more expansive Red Earth & Pouring Rain. The speed and scale of their success meant that Bear’s Den hadn’t taken a break since forming in 2012. Last year, finally, they took a step back to focus on their future.For the first time, Andrew and multi-instrumentalist Kevin Jones had their own studio, where they could leave their instruments plugged in and come and go as they pleased. Musically, there were no self-imposed constraints. Nor was there a time frame. The result is a record that is both bold and exposed, at once intimate and widescreen. While the music leads the listener down different paths, the lyrics unfold as though revealing secrets, each line littered with clues. ‘So that you might hear me’ is released April 26 2019.Follow Sidewalk Talk:https://twitter.com/sidewalktalkshw (all updates)https://instagram.com/sidewalktalkpop See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.