2 Beers With The Band

CJ Brewer: The Business of Music and Life as a Special Event Performer

On this episode of Two Beers With The Band, I sat down with C.J. Brewer, a multifaceted musician, producer, songwriter, and special event performer. C.J. gives us an honest look into the reality of making a full-time income in music: while he writes and produces original music, he primarily makes his money by covering other people's songs for private events.
C.J. breaks down his life as an event performer—from playing weddings and corporate parties to birthdays and backyard barbecues year-round. He explains how he is hired through an agency and details his role in curating the perfect set list, which involves balancing his musical preference with the client's requests. We dive into the profound difference between playing a cover versus playing his own original song, which he considers a piece of himself. C.J. also opens up about the challenge of finding his own voice and the journey to discovering the confidence to put his original music out there.

LeVan The Man, Part 2: Meditation, Frequencies, and the Mindset of a Producer

Welcome back to Two Beers With The Band for the second part of our interview with LeVan The Man! After sharing his background as a photographer and producer, we dive deeper into the mindset required to sustain a creative career. LeVan opens up about the crucial connection between mental health and music , discussing his personal use of meditation and how the focused mindset from physical exercise (like doing 100 pushups) directly translates to his creative flow.
 
The conversation takes a fascinating turn as we explore the intentionality behind his beats. LeVan discusses his process for creating roughly 1,000 beats and how he uses his understanding of frequency and emotion to influence the mood of his tracks—whether he's aiming for happiness, calmness, or aggression. We also talk about his diverse musical tastes, from the legendary uniqueness of Prince to the unexpected combination of Macho Man Randy Savage and "Savage" as his guilty pleasure song. This is a must-listen for anyone interested in the technical and emotional art of music production.

ADMONISH Music: The Rapper Building a Legacy of Financial Literacy and Faith

On this episode of Two Beers With The Band, I sat down with ADMONISH Music to discuss his powerful new album, Build My Legacy. This album is far more than just hip-hop; it's a guide to living intentionally. ADMONISH explains that the core theme of the album is financial literacy and teaching people—especially the younger generation—what to do with money once they get it, rather than just chasing wealth. He sees the album as a tool for spiritual, physical, and mental healing.
 
ADMONISH is a true DIY artist, handling everything from writing to promotion, which he calls his "passion" rather than a job. He shares how he intentionally creates music for himself, which makes the creative process "fun" instead of laborious. This authenticity extends to his unflinching faith, which is a driving force behind his music. We also discuss his commitment to mentoring young artists and guiding them away from the mistakes he made , and what "building a legacy" truly means for him—great music, a good family, and helping others

KoldKay: How Tyler, The Creator and Kanye West Influenced My Rapping Style

On this episode of Two Beers With The Band, I sat down with KoldKay, a talented rapper and singer-songwriter whose style is heavily influenced by the visionary work of Tyler, The Creator and Kanye West. KoldKay shares the raw, honest story of his artistic evolution, which began when he was just 10 years old trying to imitate rappers he saw in the studio and recording his first tracks on BandLab.
 
This conversation is a deep dive into the mindset of a young artist finding his voice. KoldKay opens up about growing up feeling compelled to "please" others and how music became the one creative outlet where he could be completely authentic. We explore his unusual sources of inspiration, from family stories to old-school fantasy Marvel movies , and how his new perspective—gained from joining the Venue Collective—shifted his focus from wanting to be "rich and famous" to simply having fun. This interview is a powerful lesson in staying confident in your art despite critics and focusing on the genuine joy of creation

LeVan The Man: The Power of Emotion, Why Every Beat Needs a Feeling

On this episode of Two Beers With The Band, I sat down with LeVan The Man, a multifaceted creative who excels as both a photographer and producer. LeVan shares his precise definition of a producer and the essential skills required for the role. He explains his intentional process of creating beats, always with a target audience or purpose in mind, and how every beat, like every photo, carries a certain emotion. We dive into his unique dual passions, discussing his candid photography techniques and even brainstorming the idea of combining his photos and beats to post the music inspired by the image.
 
LeVan, who works on music daily , opens up about the deeper connection to his craft, sharing how making music helps heal trauma. He also speaks passionately about the Venue Music community, highlighting its inclusive and constructive nature and how he got involved through the Texas Raw event. This is a must-listen for anyone interested in the intersection of visual and auditory art, the power of a supportive community, and the intentional mindset of a modern producer.

Prtysunknxwn: Singer, Producer, Engineer—Inside the Life of a DIY Music Powerhouse

On this episode of Two Beers With The Band, I sat down with Prtysunknxwn (pronounced "Party's Unknown"), a true DIY music powerhouse who writes, records, produces, and engineers all his own tracks, including the song "Outsiders" we heard at the start of the show. He's an artist driven by raw, honest expression, using music as a tool to heal himself. Prtysunknxwn is not just a musician; he's a multi-talented creative who also sketches and has a passion for gaming.
 
We dove deep into his musical identity, which often leads to comparisons to The Weeknd, a comparison he takes in stride. Prtysunknxwn opened up about his process, which allows him to go from an initial concept in his phone notes to a fully recorded, mixed, mastered, and released song in a matter of days. We discussed the huge role mental health plays in his work and the power of writing songs based on personal experience or deep observation of someone else's emotions. He shares his view on modern success—which is about stability and paying bills through his art, not filling stadiums —and offers essential advice for up-and-coming indie artists on utilizing short-form video content for promotion.

Stizzie Rae: The 15-Year-Old Rapper Who Translates Beats into Bars

On this episode of Two Beers With The Band, I sat down with a passionate young artist making waves in the rap scene: Stizzie Rae. At just 15 years old and based in Indiana , Stizzie is already a singer, writer, rapper, and artist with a remarkable connection to his craft. He shares how his musical journey began as a two-year-old, captivated by Lmfao and Michael Jackson , and eventually led him to study artists like Zoltan Tashian and Lil Wayne , who inspired his freestyling approach to rap.
Stizzie gives us a candid look at the challenges of a DIY musician, including the frustrating experience of working with a beat producer who threatened to sue him, leading him to scrap an entire album track out of respect. He also explains his unconventional songwriting process: he lets the beat speak to him and translates its feeling into his lyrics, which is why he rarely writes anything down. This creative method results in many short songs, as he only spits for as long as the beat lasts.
 
Despite his challenges, Stizzie's goal is pure: he wants to inspire people to stay true to themselves and follow their hearts, the way his idols inspired him. He emphasizes that making music is the "most exciting thing" he's ever done and should always be fun, not stress

Xantech: Why I Chose to Be a Solo Artist & The Future of Music Creation

On this episode of Two Beers With The Band, I sat down with an incredible musician, composer, and producer known as Xantech. Xantech’s story is a fascinating dive into the world of modern DIY music creation, where he writes, records, produces, and mixes all of his own songs. We got a taste of his latest release, "Celine," right at the top of the show, and discussed the raw, personal emotions that fuel his songwriting.
Xantech is a true renaissance artist, moving between singing and rap, and he explains why he chose to become a solo artist—it’s about the absolute freedom of creative control. This conversation is a must-listen for any aspiring producer or artist struggling with the challenges of collaboration. We explore Xantech's diverse influences, how he's building his fanbase outside of his home state, and his unique process for creating a song, from the first spark of inspiration to the final mix. He also gives us his honest take on the music industry and what he believes is the key to longevity in a constantly evolving landscape.