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The Proven Knowledge PodcastEpisode 242 - YawnyBlew Pt. 2For the first time since 2023 we welcomed back songwriter and artist YawnyBlew to the podcast! Having gone through a lot of changes in life and his career since our first discussion it was nice to catch up with him about it all this week. After moving from L.A. back to his home in New York he described shifting away from his traditional role as a songwriter who primarily had written in songwriting camps for other artists. This transition allowed him to focus more on his own solo work with fellow collaborator amir resulting in their late 2024 offering “Bouncy ‘n’ P...2025-02-1130 min
OUT LOUD Queer Music PodcastS5 E110: Music and Film Star Jason PatelIt's a true delight to have music sensation, and star of the new critically acclaimed film 'Unicorns', Jason Patel as our guest this episode. Jason is with us to tell us all about the film, working with co-star Ben Hardy, and his brand new EP "Delicious". And we're going to take a listen to a few tracks.
PLUS! We have more new music from:
Al Coffey, ALEKS MATIC, Kezra Leon, Pisano, Thundermoon, TIN, Tina Mathieu, and YawnyBlew and amir.
Prepare for a phenomenal episode!
2024-07-171h 04
The Art of Letting Go PodcastPremiere: The Creator's Toolkit EP 1 Lesson 1: Mastering Rebranding and Relaunching with SadBoyMusic and Rio JapanGot thoughts, feedback, or questions? We’d love to hear from you—send us an email.In the premiere episode of The Creator's Toolkit, hosts Mike Brown and YawnyBlew dive into the world of relaunching as they gear up for their second annual March Madness. They talk shop with indie artist SADBOYMUSIC, discussing their various experiences with e-commerce and merchandising. Stylist Rio Japan also joins the conversation, offering expert advice on fashion and design. The episode features tracks including "This Shit Hard" from YawnyBlew, 3DDI3 WAYN3, and Mike Brown, as well as "Technicolor" from amir., SADBOYMUSIC and YawnyBlew. For mer...2024-05-2017 min
In Between The Pages with James Lott Jr.Grammy Nominated Singer/Songwriter YawnyBlewJames has a fun conversation with the East Coast based performer. YawnyBlew is the brainchild of Brooklyn-based songwriter Johny Gonzalez. Debuting in 2020, YawnyBlew was initially a vehicle to showcase music during the global pandemic, but eventually evolved into a vehicle for self discovery, artist expression and industry reform for the Grammy and NME nominated creative. Beginning his professional songwriting career in 2017, Yawny scored his first placement “Light It All Up” for the television series Empire. Produced by Rodney Jerkins, the protest anthem was featured in season 3 and sung by Rumer Willis. He would go on to pen three additional songs that...2024-04-1756 min
"What's Good?" W/ Charlie Taylor30 Questions - AMIR. (Feat. YawnyBlew)Friend of 5E AMIR. comes through to answer 30 Questions, with collaborator YawnyBlew tagging along for self-proclaimed "Emotional Support"!Spin my interview with AMIR. & YawnyBlew. Thank you for listening! If you want to contribute to the show, whether it be sending me questions or voicing your opinion in any way, peep the contact links below and I'll respond accordingly. Let me know "What's Good?"Rate & ReviewE-Mail: the5thelelmentpub@gmail.comIG: @The5thElementUKWebsite: https://medium.com/@the5thelementIntro Music - "Together" By PabzzzChillHop...2023-12-2127 min
"What's Good?" W/ Charlie Taylor30 Questions - YawnyBlewFriend of 5E and artist YawnyBlew comes through to answer 30 Questions.Spin my 1st interview w/ YB here.Spin my interview with YawnyBlew & collaborative partner AMIR.Thank you for listening! If you want to contribute to the show, whether it be sending me questions or voicing your opinion in any way, peep the contact links below and I'll respond accordingly. Let me know "What's Good?"Rate & ReviewE-Mail: the5thelelmentpub@gmail.comIG: @The5thElementUKWebsite: https://medium.com/@the5thelementIntro Music - "Together"...2023-12-0712 min
Diggin' In The DigitsEp.237 - #UKBHM 2023: Blak TwangAs Hip-Hop in the US was booming in the 90s, Hip-Hop in the UK were searching for a new voice after a good class in the late 80s/early 90s. Enter Blak Twang who was not just winning awards before his 1st album dropped, but his 1st album took nearly 20 years to actually drop! In the time between, Blak Twang crafter a solid solo discography that shows personal growth the deeper it goes.TIMESTAMPS:Weekly Music Roundup - (0:53) (Ben = Bold / Charlie = Italics)YawnyBlew & AMIR. - DREAMBIIGCARRTOONS - Saturday NightInfinity Song - MetamorphosisBerhana - Amen (The...2023-10-241h 00
"What's Good?" W/ Charlie TaylorEp.249 - "DREAMBIIG" W/ YawnyBlew & AMIR.Friend of 5E YawnyBlew returns to the show with his collaborator: Fashion Photographer by day, Producer by night AMIR. They have a joint project coming Monday 23rd called "DREAMBIIG", so they come through on WG to talk about the new work, what they individually learnt from the collective effort and we get AMIR.'s Top 5 to cap things off.Thank you for listening! If you want to contribute to the show, whether it be sending me questions or voicing your opinion in any way, peep the contact links below and I'll respond accordingly. Let me know "What's...2023-10-2039 min
BIIGGER than our DreamsEpisode 14: Alden JacksonWe talk fashion and the power of taking a step back to propel your dreams even further.
https://www.instagram.com/aldenfashionbear/
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BIIGGER than our DreamsEpisode 12: IG Live with TahjereDiscussing Tahjere's new single "About You," our "Can't Compete (Co-Ed Remix)" and more. 2023-08-101h 05
The Proven Knowledge PodcastEpisode 164 - YawnyBlewAfter his move to the west coast to further pursue music YawnyBlew his been on a streak of creative energy that’s only getting stronger by the day. He joined us this week to discuss it further! After his Grammy nomination for his efforts with renowned singer H.E.R. he talked about what he learned from it as well as the many L.A. writing camps he’s been involved with and the individuals he’s met who have helped him grow in his craft. This have also spilled over into his solo career allowing him to improve his story...2023-07-3123 min
BIIGGER than our DreamsEpisode 10: SadBoyMusicWe catch up with SadBoyMusic for our season 2 premiere. 2023-06-271h 13
BIIGGER than our DreamsEpisode 9: LA TripThe guys reflect on amir.'s trip to Los Angeles and their upcoming project. Is this season 2? 2023-02-2051 minBIIGGER than our DreamsEpisode 8: Mike Brown (The Art of Letting Go Podcast)BIIGGER than our Dreams is an ongoing conversation series between multidisciplinary artists YawnyBlew and Tarik (amir.) Carroll. These discussions are inspired by their shared experiences as Queer, plus-sized men of color navigating the entertainment industry and centered around their single “Can’t Compete” which dropped on November 18th.
If you’d like to support us, please head over to amirstayfly.com or yawnyblew.com for links to all our music, merchandise and announcements for all upcoming projects.
Check out Mike Brown at https://www.instagram.com/theartoflettinggopodcast/ and https://linktr.ee/theartoflettinggo
ami...2023-01-201h 15BIIGGER than our DreamsEpisode 6: TahjereBIIGGER than our Dreams is an ongoing conversation series between multidisciplinary artists YawnyBlew and Tarik (amir.) Carroll. These discussions are inspired by their shared experiences as Queer, plus-sized men of color navigating the entertainment industry and centered around their single “Can’t Compete” which dropped on November 18th.
If you’d like to support us, please head over to amirstayfly.com or yawnyblew.com for links to all our music, merchandise and announcements for all upcoming projects.
https://www.instagram.com/tahjereofficial/
amir.
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Apple Music: ht...2023-01-061h 15BIIGGER than our DreamsEpisode 5: amir & Yawny recap 2022BIIGGER than our Dreams is an ongoing conversation series between multidisciplinary artists YawnyBlew and Tarik (amir.) Carroll. These discussions are inspired by their shared experiences as Queer, plus-sized men of color navigating the entertainment industry and centered around their single “Can’t Compete” which dropped on November 18th.
If you’d like to support us, please head over to amirstayfly.com or yawnyblew.com for links to all our music, merchandise and announcements for all upcoming projects.
amir.
amirstayfly.com
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/amir/1649279707
Spotify...2022-12-311h 27BIIGGER than our DreamsEpisode 4: Mike JosephBIIGGER than our Dreams is an ongoing conversation series between multidisciplinary artists YawnyBlew and Tarik (amir.) Carroll. These discussions are inspired by their shared experiences as Queer, plus-sized men of color navigating the entertainment industry and centered around their single “Can’t Compete” which dropped on November 18th.
If you’d like to support us, please head over to amirstayfly.com or yawnyblew.com for links to all our music, merchandise and announcements for all upcoming projects.
Mike Joseph https://www.instagram.com/detoxpodguy/
amir.
amirstayfly.com
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/amir/1649279707
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artis...2022-12-0950 minBIIGGER than our DreamsEpisode 3: Tevin EvansBIIGGER than our Dreams is an ongoing conversation series between multidisciplinary artists YawnyBlew and Tarik (amir.) Carroll. These discussions are inspired by their shared experiences as Queer, plus-sized men of color navigating the entertainment industry and centered around their single “Can’t Compete” which dropped on November 18th.
If you’d like to support us, please head over to amirstayfly.com or yawnyblew.com for links to all our music, merchandise and announcements for all upcoming projects.
Tevin Evans https://www.instagram.com/fatchuckbass/
amir.
amirstayfly.com
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/amir/1649279707
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artis...2022-12-021h 06BIIGGER than our DreamsEpisode 2: Ddmamir. and YawnyBlew connect with Baltimore rapper, actor and youtube sensation Ddm. Recorded 11/14/22
https://www.instagram.com/dapperdanmidas/
https://open.spotify.com/artist/31g300qJve3V3i7cfB1JRS?si=W9CgJsa0Qn6vFtIRQGKj6Q
https://music.apple.com/us/artist/dapper-dan-midas/1462503963
BIIGGER than our Dreams is an ongoing conversation series between multidisciplinary artists YawnyBlew and Tarik (amir.) Carroll. These discussions are inspired by their shared experiences as Queer, plus-sized men of color navigating the entertainment industry and centered around their single “Can’t Compete” which dropped on November 18th.
If you’d like to support us, please head over to amirsta...2022-11-2542 minBIIGGER than our DreamsEpisode 1.5: "Can't Compete" release day IG LIVE discussion with Ryan HamiltonWe went live at midnight on 11/18/22 for our release and got to discuss the song "Can't Compete" with photographer and music journalist Ryan C. Hamilton.
https://www.instagram.com/ryanchamilton/
BIIGGER than our Dreams is an ongoing conversation series between multidisciplinary artists YawnyBlew and Tarik (amir.) Carroll. These discussions are inspired by their shared experiences as Queer, plus-sized men of color navigating the entertainment industry and centered around their single “Can’t Compete” which dropped on November 18th.
If you’d like to support us, please head over to amirstayfly.com or yaw...2022-11-2431 minBIIGGER than our DreamsEpisode 1: Meet amir. & YawnyBlew@yawnyblew & @amir.stay.fly discussed their shared experience as queer plus sized men of color and interview each other on what it means to “Dream BIIG" while previewing their new single "Can't Compete." Recorded on 11/08/22
BIIGGER than our Dreams is an ongoing conversation series between multidisciplinary artists YawnyBlew and Tarik (amir.) Carroll. These discussions are inspired by their shared experiences as Queer, plus-sized men of color navigating the entertainment industry and centered around their single “Can’t Compete” which dropped on November 18th.
If you’d like to support us, please head over to amir...2022-11-2433 minBIIGGER than our DreamsEpisode 0: The EveryMAN Project presents: A conversation w/ Yawnyblew and Tarik "amir." CarrollThis preview discussion took place on The EveryMAN Project's Instagram Live on 11/11/22. We preview new music, our podcast and more. Stream "Can't Compete" available everywhere.
BIIGGER than our Dreams is an ongoing conversation series between multidisciplinary artists YawnyBlew and Tarik (amir.) Carroll. These discussions are inspired by their shared experiences as Queer, plus-sized men of color navigating the entertainment industry and centered around their single “Can’t Compete” which dropped on November 18th.
If you’d like to support us, please head over to amirstayfly.com or yawnyblew.com for links to all our mu...2022-11-2156 min
The Art of Letting Go PodcastThe Art of Letting Go EP 183 (The Real Artist's Way featuring YawnyBlew)Got thoughts, feedback, or questions? We’d love to hear from you—send us an email.In this week’s episode I have a special guest returning to the show, Yawny Blew. Last year we did an episode and so much has changed in that time. We had a conversation as two artist and talked about vulnerability in art, the definition of an artist, letting go of the fantasy and much more. Join us on this journey!YawnyBlew@yawnyblewwww.yawnyblew.comMeditation by James Woods aka Dat Yoga Dude...2022-11-0943 min