Author Archives: Alicia

EP 8: How Rock-Pop Duo Mellow Knights Honor Their Mexican Heritage in American Culture

In celebration of our Music for Mental Health virtual concert last year, we are throwing it back to our interview with Mellow Knights. We talk about the importance of mental health in the Latino community and how they hold on to their Mexican heritage. Listen now!

EP 7: Breaking out of the Status Quo with UK Blues-Rock Artist Brass Monkey

In celebration of our Music for Mental Health virtual concert last year, we are throwing it back to our interview with Brass Monkey. Here’s an engaging talk with the grunge-inspired, bluesy rock vocalist about embracing all of your emotions with no judgment, tapping into meditation, playing intimate venues, and not sticking to the status quo.

EP 6: Therapy – Is Something Wrong With Me?

Summary Hey, y’all! Host Al returns after a much needed mental health hiatus. In this quick episode, she shares what she’s been up to, her journey to therapy, and what’s next for the podcast.  Lyrics shared from Lizzo’s song “About Damn Time” I’ve been so down and under pressure I’m way too fine to beContinue reading “EP 6: Therapy – Is Something Wrong With Me?”

EP 5: How Singer-Songwriter Sarah Grace Balances Teaching Choir and Making Time For Her Music

Summary How do you balance a day job, working on your music, and your mental health?Folk Pop Singer-Songwriter Sarah Grace shares how she makes it all work in this episode. Choir teacher by day, singer-songwriter by night! Sarah’s music is from the soul. Her songs tell true stories about who she is, and the experiencesContinue reading “EP 5: How Singer-Songwriter Sarah Grace Balances Teaching Choir and Making Time For Her Music”

EP 4: Interview with Omaha Artist/Producer Pflames

Summary Enjoyed chatting and connecting with Omaha artist/producer Pflames!  We talked about his battle with grief, his love for Prince, that one time he hung out with Digital Underground’s Shock G (RIP) all night, and of course his latest single “High Anxiety”!  Follow Pflames on Instagram: @pflames Follow on Instagram to keep the conversation going!Continue reading “EP 4: Interview with Omaha Artist/Producer Pflames”

EP 3: Interview with Punk Rock Band Those Damn Kids

Summary This week, I chatted with punk rock band Those Damn Kids and their manager Ian Cayro. We talked about their personal struggles with addiction and how they are helping others through their music. Learn more about Those Damn Kids here! Follow Those Damn Kids on Instagram: @thosedamnkids Watch Those Damn Kids performance at LonelyContinue reading “EP 3: Interview with Punk Rock Band Those Damn Kids”

EP 2: New Year Goals & Interview with Celtic Songstress Misty Posey

Summary Happy New Year! What were the takeaways you got from this episode? Read full article on Why “New Year, New You” is Damaging to Mental Health: https://www.talkspace.com/blog/new-year-new-you-mental-health/ Learn more about Misty Posey here: https://mistyposeymusic.com/ Watch video interview with Misty Posey here! https://fb.watch/agNCQOmN5Z/ Watch Misty Posey’s performance at the first annual Music for Mental HealthContinue reading “EP 2: New Year Goals & Interview with Celtic Songstress Misty Posey”

EP 1: How to Maintain Your Mental Health During the Holidays

Summary This week, we discussed tips on how to maintain your mental health during the holiday season and heard the top 5 FRESH FINDS songs of the week. Check out all of the artists who were mentioned here: https://www.musicsmetaphor.com/blog/fresh-finds-of-the-week-vol-1 NAMI’s tips on handling stress during the holiday season: https://namica.org/blog/handling-stress-during-the-holiday-season/ Follow on Instagram to keep theContinue reading “EP 1: How to Maintain Your Mental Health During the Holidays”