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Getting Close UP!Getting Close UP! S5E4 featuring Terrae Porter of Trunks Up ApparelBedazzled, Repurposed, Customized and in Honor Of describe the DIY fashions from Trunks Up Apparel.
Designer Terrae Porter sits down with Host Danielle Cox to give us a glimpse into the inspiration that lead to his aspirations into the fashion industry. In partnership with his brother Trin, the two have managed to let memories so dear live on through their philanthropy.
You can also see the video version of this episode on our YouTube channel at:
https://youtu.be/lUMoNQ1ktRs
2025-07-2635 minGetting Close UP!Getting Close UP! S5S3 featuring Noye'Imagine waking up one morning and realizing your aspirations of a perfect life has been overcome with dreams of runways and recording booths.
Our guest for episode 3 is singer, songwriter and fashion designer Noye'. Danielle and Noye' get close up and personal as they discuss childhood trauma giving way to melodic storytelling written not only for her own projects but the desire to lend her stoke of the pen to others.
You can also see the video version of this episode on our YouTube channel at:
https://youtu.be/R0Kvi7VZObg
...2025-07-2554 minGetting Close UP!Getting Close UP! S5E2 featuring KittyIf you've ever talked to Danielle you know that she has an affinity with two specific creatives...............authors and artists.
Welcome to episode 2 of season 5 which introduces us to Kitty, a well known artist here in the Kansas City area, known for collaborative live art sessions at concerts and open mics around town. She introduces us to some of her own unique creations and gives some insight into the inspirations that become her art.
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https://youtu.be/PFg5...2025-06-2842 minGetting Close UP!Getting Close UP! S5E1 featuring Joshua James WarrenSeason 5, Season 5, Season 5, Season 5, Season 5, Season 5, Season 5
Can you believe we started this talk show 2 years ago, trying to find guest amongst people we know? Now we have a whole community of creatives that we can call upon to tell their unique stories and display their unique gifts.
Our first guest of Season 5 is a well known artist in the community and someone who has become a member of the GCU! family. Please welcome Joshua James Warren of Joshua James and The First Aid Kit.
Don't miss this episode! Danielle and Joshua James reall...2025-06-1442 minGetting Close UP!Getting Close UP! S4E11 featuring Lucas CarpenterWe've reached the end of season 4, ending with a creative who's walk through life led down the black and white path of Kansas straight to the yellow brick road to Dream Street.
Betting on himself, Lucas Carpenter uprooted his comfy, cozy, safe surroundings to follow his dream to be come a film producer; leaving Kansas for the bright lights of NY. Lucas and Danielle touch on his inspiring journey. From miraculously overcoming from birth, to maintaining that same strength and determination to fulfill his life's ambitions.
You can also see the video version of this...2025-04-2741 minGetting Close UP!Getting Close UP! S4E10 featuring Michael McQuaryThere is such a negative connotation when referring to someone a two faced, but what about when someone is referred to as the man with one thousand and one faces? Well let's meet him...............welcome to the purple chairs Michael McQuary.
Host Danielle Cox and Mr. Michael McQuary go back in time to the days of old Hollywood, the New York Club Kid scene and the years of impersonation that have defined Michael as the great talent he is. You'll be enthralled with his stories of his journey, make sure you check out this interview!
...2025-04-1235 minGetting Close UP!Getting Close UP! S4E9 featuring theRapper PanelBugzy Beast, Gnotezz, King Kihei and Antonio J are the special guest who makeup the S4E9 Panel Show.
You can only image what it’s like bringing 4 different rappers with different experiences at different places in their career to talk on all the different topics that define who an artist is.
Host Danielle Cox and our 4 guest present to you………theRapper Panel.
You can also see the video version of this episode on our YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/8OkEoF35cKU?si=7o73oKMc4Y_d0yr_
2025-03-291h 10Getting Close UP!Getting Close UP! S4E8 featuring Frankie Lynn ShorezIf you remember the Band Leader panel show from Season 3 (episode 11) then you will surely remember our S4E8 guest, songstress Frankie Lynn Shorez.
Host Danielle Cox and Frankie getting into new conversations regarding building a fan base, being an artist and manager, new singles and being the odd woman out in a family of athletes; culminating in the ability to take all her experiences and wrap them up in deep, thought provoking, healing lyrics.
You can also see the video version of this episode on our YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/eNLXPY7m1wo...2025-03-2940 minGetting Close UP!Getting Close UP! S4E7 featuring Delilah SugarwoodHow do you come up with a name like Delilah Sugarwood, well it involves a bird, a condominium and some great advice from a friend.
Tune into this episode and find the answer to the riddle as Host Danielle Cox and Delilah Sugarwood embark on an exciting transformation that helps us understand the magical, colorful world of Delilah Sugarwood!
You can also see the video version of this episode on our YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/ndc8LBvnatY
2025-03-0135 minGetting Close UP!Getting Close UP! S4E6 featuring Jansen WootenBatman has his gadgets, Tony Stark has his technology. Who do you get when you combine both with music,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,Jansen Wooten.
In the wake of Danielle's summer illness guest host Antonio J steps in to introduce us to the newest superhero of sonic compositions, exploring the different instruments (some purchased and some home made) and the training and techniques acquired to master each.
This is a different take on exploring the world of an independent artist.
You can also check out the video version of this episode: https://youtu.be/RtT9GDShQo8
2025-02-1843 minGetting Close UP!Getting Close UP! S4E5 featuring Chef Christina ClarkSeason 4, episode 5 brings a new ingredient to the GCU! recipe.
Meet Chef Christina Clark. Her egg rolls, her, dumplings, and oh to taste her fried rice (she made it in the studio during this episode); it's no wonder she is the at the top of the food chain when someone is looking for a personal chef.
Danielle and Christina talk about the decisions to pursue a career in the creative design of food and her aspirations of taking control of her own destiny.
You can also check out the video version of this...2025-02-1633 minGetting Close UP!Getting Close UP! S4E4 featuring Markus RainesHave you ever met someone who can do it all? Well let Danielle introduce you to Markus Raines.
He's a rapper, he's a singer, he's an actor, he's a producer, he's a writer (shall I go on?). Having all of these talents under his belt, you can only image where this interview goes.
Danielle and Markus get deep down into each and every one of these EGOT defining gifts with a very deep insight into an artist mind, body and soul.
You can also check out the video version of this episode: https...2025-02-1639 minGetting Close UP!Getting Close UP! S4E3 featuring Cat VoltronZach, Aaron and Duncan are our special guest. Together their individual musical gifts create an eclectic sound that will take you through a time warp of musical vision. Welcome Cat Voltron!
Danielle and the boys explore the origin of how their name was chosen and how it defines their sound and style. They dive into the music and the business behind it. You also may get some news about a new EP that should drop right around when this episode is airs. Make sure you check it out when it comes out!!
You can also check...2025-01-0439 minGetting Close UP!Getting Close UP! S4E2 featuring Andrea TribittToday's artist is a phenomenal talent. Andrea Tribitt is a singer a songwriter, an entrepreneur, a motivational speaker, a counselor, a mother, a sister and mentor all wrapped up with a new start on life.
Danielle and Andrea talk about her creative nature, her being a part of the grammy award winning gospel group "The Sound of Blackness" and venture into her other creative endeavor such as "Drea's Naughty Nuts"
If you are in need of inspiration, and realization of self-worth, then you will really enjoy this interview.
You can also check out...2024-12-2150 minGetting Close UP!Getting Close UP! S4E1 featuring Luke "Skippy" HarburAnd we are back!!! Season 4 opens with a unique individual of whom Danielle describes as an "Experience". Welcome Luke "Skippy" Harbur of Music by Skippy.
Beatbox professional, singer, songwriter, music producer, theatrical producer and the list goes on and on. Growing up with a rare condition but given a second chance at life to become the showman we meet today, Danielle and Skippy dive deep into the music business and the unique creative experience known as "Music by Skippy"
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Episode 11 is something new that we tried as we gathered several Kansas City creative to talk about what it means to be a Band Leader.
Join Host Danielle Cox as she sits down with Jamogi, Joshua James, Rachel McMillan and Frankie Lynn Shorez to find out what it takes to guide other musical creatives.
You can also check out the video version of this episode: https...2024-10-311h 18Getting Close UP!Getting Close UP! S3E10 featuring LeShea WrightHave you ever wondered what success is? Songstress, actress and bandleader LeShea Wright helps us to understand, it's not about the money, but the ability to do the things you love the most!
Danielle and LeShea talk about the early beginnings of being a part of a musical family and finding a way to become an individual powerhouse talent. Check out episode 10 of season 3. This interview is sure to open your eyes to a versatile talent known as LeShea Wright.
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https://youtu.be...2024-10-1236 minGetting Close UP!Getting Close UP! S3E9 featuring Real As EverEpisode 9 brings Danielle face to face with one of the most fearless artist, unafraid to share all that he is through his musical poetry. Let's welcome Real As Ever.
Whether he is rapping or singing, you can't deny the taking a walk through the journey of his life as you listen to each song. You are surely to find solas in knowing that you aren't the only one who has had lived through the multiple chapters that are outlined as our day to day.
You can also check out the video version of this episode:2024-09-2828 minGetting Close UP!Getting Close UP! S3E8 featuring Misty IslandAll the way from Florida, our guest on episode 8 is a songwriter, producer, singer, and one-man band who goes by the name "Misty Island"
Let's meet the man behind the band, Brandon Davis. He and Danielle talk musical influences and how creating a sound that others don't understand has helped him find his tribe,
You can also check out the video version of this episode: https://youtu.be/OHdH54FhPJM
2024-09-1427 minGetting Close UP!Getting Close UP! S3E7 featuring Michael DroneSeason 3 Episode 7 features a new creative we've not yet featured on the show. Welcome videographer, businessman and owner of fN Scene Productions; Michael Drone.
Danielle and Michael sit down to talk about betting it all on oneself and the tenacity and determination to turn your creativity into a sustaining source of life giving sustenance.
You can also check out the video version of this episode: https://youtu.be/DZ0YKA8LZbw
2024-09-0232 minGetting Close UP!Getting Close UP! S3E6 featuring SwooviYou are creative............
You are independent................
You walk to the beat of your own drum..................
Ever have trouble describing yourself? Look no further, our guest today falls into the above categories, defining his personality as "Swoovi"
Host Danielle Cox and Zack "Swoovi" Hoskins get into the depths of how you can also become Swoovi.
You can also check out the video version of this episode: https://youtu.be/hmldMmT6gGQ
2024-09-0243 minGetting Close UP!Getting Close UP! S3E5 featuring Brandon KennedyEver thought about starting your own fashion line? Ever wonder what it takes to make it happen? Check out this episode of Getting Close UP! as host Danielle Cox sits down with CEO and designer of Pacific Coast Supply Clothing, Brandon Kennedy.
Brandon shares with you his transformation from dancer, rapper to now a fashion designer
You can also check out the video version of this episode: https://youtu.be/_fgSGniA1h0
2024-09-0235 minGetting Close UP!Getting Close UP! S3E4 featuring Russ HillWelcome to Season 3 Episode 4 as host Danielle Cox explores the home town of President Truman; finding a community based, non-for-profit haven for creatives.
Russ Hill is the sound engineer and event coordinator for live events at the Englewood Arts center; where many of the musical guest that have appeared on our show have performed.
Check out this interesting and informative interview. You can also check out the video version of this episode: https://youtu.be/-xuMLCBTvsY
2024-07-2024 minGetting Close UP!Getting Close UP! S3E3 featuring DelaneyGetting Close UP! S3E3 finds us exploring another Oprah moment with singer, songwriter Delaney.
Mother with mental challenges, growing up with abandonment issues, and being plagued with self-doubt of her own gift; host Danielle Cox and Delaney get into the depths of her psyche to understand where all the emotions come from in her music and lyrics.
"If you want to get to know her personally, all you have to do is listen to her songs."
You can also check out the video version of this episode: https://youtu.be/ljII1x9...2024-07-0626 minGetting Close UP!Getting Close UP! S3E2 featuring Baby AugiGetting Close UP! S3E2 brings us face to face with a new artist with an eclectic style and sound. Meet Baby Augi.
Growing up with no notion of pursuing music, Baby Augi finds himself at a crossroad that opens his creative inclinations to help others by telling personal stories of his own plight.
Host Danielle Cox and Baby Augi take an in-depth look at his journey and give you an insight of how life becomes art.
You can also check out the video version: https://youtu.be/jMMi37--yeU
2024-07-0626 minGetting Close UP!Getting Close UP! S3E1 featuring Psycho MismatchWelcome to Season 3 of Getting Close UP! We start off this season with a very talented cast of talented characters who make up the band Psycho Mismatch.
Each member coming from a different musical background, each member plays multiple instruments and each member holding on to a dream to use their talents for the love of using their talents. Host Danielle Cox and Psycho Mismatch explore the definition of this band and how their gift in music is used to create something totally new.
You can also check out the video version of this episode: h...2024-06-0835 minGetting Close UP!Getting Close UP! S2E7 featuring Bugzy BeastSeason 2 Episode 7 introduces you to rapper, storyteller and now..........singer, Bugzy Beast!
Join Danielle and Bugzy in this hilarious interview (maybe Bugzy should try comedy to) as they get into the ins and outs of defining someone wanting to embark on a music career vs. just being a rapper.
I hope you walk away with a better understanding of the drive and commitment it takes to forge a path in this industry; and don't forget to pay close attention to the expectations when another artist wants to collaborate with you.....great insight!!!
2024-06-0134 minGetting Close UP!Getting Close UP! S2E10 featuring Jo BlaqWe've come to the last show in season 2. Episode 10 features grammy nominated singer, songwriter, producer and now educator........Jo Blaq.
With a plethora of industry experience; producing artist like Arianna Grande, Jill Scott and Justin Bieber (just to name a few), Danielle and Jo come together to talk his return to settle in his home town of Kansas City and his endeavor to share the industry knowledge he has gained by education the youth in the art of creating and producing song.
2024-06-0136 minGetting Close UP!Getting Close UP! S2E9 featuring Zee UnderscoreTalented, Original, Innovative, Unafraid, Unique, Uninhibited, Self-Aware are just a few words to describe our S2E9 guest; Zee Underscore.
Growing up in a musical family, going to a performance arts school and finding her voice while pursuing a career some might think of as contradictory to her creative nature, this independent creative sits down with Danielle in an episode of discovery (or what I refer to as Danielle's Oprah moments).
Welcome singer and songwriter Zee Underscore to the stage!!!
2024-06-0128 minGetting Close UP!Getting Close UP! S2E1 featuring Antonio JGetting Close UP! Season 2, Episode 1 welcomes Antonio J; rapper, songwriter and producer.
Join Danielle as she gets up close and personal with Antonio J; digging deep into motivations, oppositions and the influence family has on the path that has been laid to express self-reflection in rhythm and rhyme.
2024-06-0126 minGetting Close UP!Getting Close UP! S2E2 featuring Tyjuania GatsonGetting Close UP! Season 2, Episode 2 welcomes Tyjuania Gatson; owner of Minor Solutions.
Danielle and Tyjuania get extremely personal discussing the evolution of a dream. Lemons into lemonade would be a good title for this segment as Tyjuania reveals how past abuse inspired her collection of "Faces Like Me". Just in time for Christmas, once you hear her story, you will want to patronize this effort to instill the esteem so often lacking .
2024-06-0128 minGetting Close UP!Getting Close UP! S2E3 featuring Alan KneelandGetting Close UP! Season 2, Episode 3 welcomes Alan Kneeland; owner of The Combine at 2999 Troost Ave, Kansas City Mo, and the first African American President of The Greater Restaurant Association.
Danielle and Alan have an in-depth conversation about having passion that intertwines with a dream that results in establishing. your own business that feeds the most hungry connoisseur of pizza to also investing in the local independent artist and creative community.
Check out this episode and make sure you visit The Combine and get some of the best pizza in KC; oh and don't forget to...2024-06-0128 minGetting Close UP!Getting Close UP! S2E4 featuring Madness & MelodySeason 2 Episode 4 brings to you a dynamic musical duo; Melinda Edlin and Oliver Hughes make up the group Madness & Melody.
Accomplished singers and songwriter in their own right, found themselves on a colliding path of devastation and unfortunate that brought then together to combine their talents and tales that create a unique melody all their own!
Join Danielle as she gets into what makes them a great collaboration.
2024-06-0130 minGetting Close UP!Getting Close UP! S2E5 featuring B-RichSeason 2 Episode 5 introduces us to comedian and promoter Barton Richardson, better known on stage as B-Rich.
Traveling across the world, from comedy venues to Def Jam comedy specials, B-Rich shares intimate details about what it takes to be a stand-up comedian; dropping gems of knowledge for any of you out there trying to break into the business.
Don't miss this episode, it is truly one of the most informative interviews thus far.
2024-06-0133 minGetting Close UP!Getting Close UP! S2E6 featuring JamogiSeason 2 Episode 6 introduces you to a singer, songwriter, producer and entertainer who's ambition and vision cannot be contained in a musical box.
Danielle and Jamogi go memory deep into how, growing up as a church boy, moving from California to Kansas City and a family migrating from Belize to the US, has influenced his musical creations.
This episode is sure to inspire anyone with aspirations of becoming an artist or creative regardless of the outlet.
2024-06-0127 minGetting Close UP!Getting Close UP! S2E8 featuring Steven Hooks Jr.As we are quickly approaching the end of Season 2, our Episode 8 allows us to switch up from music to a different type of creative.
Steven Hooks Jr. is an entrepreneur, owning. his on Image Consulting, Event Planning, Production Company.
Join Danielle and Steven as he allows a glimpse into his world as he delves into his beginnings, challenges, triumphs, culminating into his future endeavors.
2024-06-0129 minGetting Close UP!Getting Close UP! S1E10 featuring Sean TylerGetting Close UP! Season 1, Episode 10 welcomes Sean Tyler; Direction of Communications and Artist Management at Strange Music, Radio Personality, Content Creator, Singer, etc.....etc.....etc.
We thought Sean would be the perfect guest for our season 1 finale. Being an intricate component of the #1 independent record company "Strange Music", his knowledge and wisdom from being in the game for over 30 years can only help other independent artist and creatives to understand their journey and responsibility.
If you are trying to make it in the music entertainment business, you won't want to miss this episode.
2024-05-2532 minGetting Close UP!Getting Close UP! S1E2 featuring theSanctuaryGetting Close UP! Season 1, Episode 2 welcomes theSanctuary, a gospel recording artist.
Host Danielle Cox takes us on a journey of musical beginnings, influences, up and downs, to the culmination of their last single and music video released on Memorial Day 2023, "In My Victory" (of which you can find on this channel.)
Check out this episode as Danielle and theSanctuary laugh, joke and have fun telling their story!
2024-05-2546 minGetting Close UP!Getting Close UP! S1E3 featuring Jarvis RhoneGetting Close UP! Season 1, Episode 3 welcomes Jarvis Rhone; founder and inventor of U-Keys, a keyboard overlay to add pizazz to your look on stage or as an educational tool for the seeing and the deaf.
Host Danielle Cox takes us on a journey of musical beginnings, staring his own business and the journey into expanding the unknown gifts of those having a desire to play piano or keyboards.
Check out this episode as Danielle and Jarvis give insight into the determination and dedication need to conjure an idea and see it through to fruition.
2024-05-2540 minGetting Close UP!Getting Close UP! S1E4 featuring Lawanda SpearsGetting Close UP! Season 1, Episode 4 welcomes LaWanza Spear the author of "Southern Stories: The Family Secret". Pinned under the pseudonym "Albe Charles", her story of a family and the highs and lows they go through is so relatable, you will find yourself thinking through memories from your only family's secrets.
Host Danielle Cox is enamored with the chance to interview an author of Ms. Spears caliber.
Check out this episode as Danielle and LaWanza give insight into the determination, procrastination and the revelation of God's timing that is needed to complete a 20 year labor of...2024-05-2525 minGetting Close UP!Getting Close UP! S1E5 featuring Telepharo HowardGetting Close UP! Season 1, Episode 5 welcomes Telepharo; a rapper, singer, song writer and barber.
Check out this episode as Danielle and Telepharo talk about his turbulent past and a praying Grandmother.
See how both have influenced his 30 + years journey to releasing his first project of deep feeling and inspirational relationship beliefs. Delivering a musical message that will offer positive vibes in the navigation of love.
2024-05-2550 minGetting Close UP!Getting Close UP! S1E6 featuring Ryan HamiltonGetting Close UP! Season 1, Episode 6 welcomes Ryan C. Hamilton; a photographer, music blogger, and documentarian.
Check out this episode as Danielle and Ryan discuss the road to finding your passion and the sacrifice, the confidence, the struggles, the commitment, and the determination it takes to live there.
Out of his love of music Ryan co-founded the music and apparel business "Music and Other Drugs", where he features independent artist which also helped guide his path into photograph.
2024-05-2528 minGetting Close UP!Getting Close UP! S1E8 featuring Mike MurphyGetting Close UP! Season 1, Episode 8 welcomes Mike Murphy; singer, songwriter, and lead vocalist for the band Sunny Side Down.
Tune in to this episode as Danielle and Mike dig deep into the emotional abyss from where the melodies and words are birth.
2024-05-2533 minGetting Close UP!Getting Close UP! S1E9 featuring MeShall ShumateGetting Close UP! Season 1, Episode 9 welcomes MeShall Shumate; award winning filmmaker, photographer and CEO of Shu Productions.
If you've watched the GCU! Game Time with MeShall Shumate, you can just image what this interview is like. Between the laughs and during the fun Danielle and MeShall talk about the early years of being behind the camera, shooting music videos to original music comprised by she and her cousin's collaboration, to now; still behind the camera, but taking it to the next level of writing, directing and shooting her original movies.
2024-05-2539 minGetting Close UP!Getting Close UP! S1E1 featuring Diallo FrenchGetting Close UP! Season 1, Episode 1 welcomes Diallo Javonne French, a music photographer and filmmaker.
Host Danielle Cox and Diallo talks musical beginnings and the journey to becoming a writer, director and filmmaker.
His most recent film "Kansas City Dreaming" is a documentary about the rich musical heritage birth from generations of gifted artist from Kansas City.
Join us as we Get Close UP! with Diallo Javonne French.
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Bad QueersQueers be going through it - PART 2 (w/Anna DeShawn) - Episode 189We continue our End of Year recap with Anna DeShawn. From July to December highlights include the release of Janelle Monáe's Lipstick Lover, the Montgomery River Brawl, Robin Roberts marriage and Brittney Griner's story being released. Low lights include the conflict in The Congo and Israel/Gaza/Palestine, RIP O'Shae Sibley, transphobia on the rise and Cassie gets justice from Diddy. This is just an overview, plus our end of year Bad Queer Opinions and shoutouts. *Our next episode will release on TUESDAY January 2nd instead of Monday.*Shoutouts: Anna: The f...2023-12-261h 14