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

Summary

For the anniversary of the 2021 Music for Mental Health virtual concert, we are throwing it back to our interview with Orange County-based Mellow Knights. We dive into their transition to America, how they’re teaching fans English and Spanish through their music, the importance of mental health in the Latino community, and how they have been staying sane during quarantine in California.

Watch the video interview with Mellow Knights: https://www.facebook.com/musicsmetaphor/videos/431543304617300/

Mellow Knights were a headliner for the Music for Mental Health Virtual Concert. Watch the full show below!

Start therapy risk-free with BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com/rpc/80b8a320d98347f3-1-01


7Cups – Online therapy and emotional support: https://www.7cups.com/262175880


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

Summary

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 artist about embracing all of your emotions with no judgment, tapping into meditation, playing intimate venues, and not sticking to the status quo.

Watch the video interview with Brass Monkey: https://www.facebook.com/musicsmetaphor/videos/471339180590298/

Brass Monkey was a headliner for the Music for Mental Health Virtual Concert. Watch the full show below!

Start therapy risk-free with BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com/rpc/80b8a320d98347f3-1-01


7Cups – Online therapy and emotional support: https://www.7cups.com/262175880


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Support the podcast: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/musicsmetaphor

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 be this stressed, yeah

I’m not the girl I was or used to be

I might be better

Here are some more benefits of therapy: https://www.healthline.com/health/benefits-of-therapy

Start therapy risk-free with BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com/rpc/80b8a320d98347f3-1-01


7Cups – Online therapy and emotional support: https://www.7cups.com/262175880


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Support the podcast: https://themindfulrockstarshow.com/

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 experiences she or those close to her have gone through. Sarah’s unique sound is a combination of country, pop, indie-pop, and acoustic styles.

In this episode, she shares why it’s therapeutic for her to work on her music after teaching, how she’s setting an example for her students by pursuing her dreams, and how her faith has impacted her music.

Listen to Sarah’s latest album Beauty Speak!

Follow Sarah Grace on Instagram: @sarahhhgraace


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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”! 

Watch music video for “High Anxiety”!

Follow Pflames on Instagram: @pflames


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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 Lonely Souls Virtual Festival last year! 

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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 Health virtual concert last year!

Check out the FRESH FINDS songs of the Week from indie artists here: https://www.musicsmetaphor.com/blog/fresh-finds-of-the-week-vol-2

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

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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/

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Introducing: The Mindful Rockstar Show

Summary

Did you catch all of the song references? We’re so excited to go on this journey with you.

Tune in every other Sunday for new episodes.

Connect with us @themindfulrockstarshow 

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