Women Making History w/ Jaxs

In this episode, we’re chopping it up with North Carolina’s own JAXS—pronounced Jas with an ‘X’! She’s no stranger to the CareFreeBlackGirl family, having rocked our stages at the CareFreeBlackGirl Cookout Charlotte and SXSW 2024. Now, she’s making waves in the industry after her appearance on Netflix’s Rhythm and Flow Season 2. Tap in for an unfiltered convo on music, authenticity, and chasing dreams!  What We Covered: 1. North Carolina Roots & Musical Journey: Growing up in NC and how it shaped her artistry. Southern musical influences that show up in her sound. 2. Rhythm & Flow Experience: The highs and lows of competing on Rhythm & Flow and what it was like being on Netflix.  Behind-the-scenes moments that didn’t make it to screen. Key lessons learned and what’s next for JAXS.  3. Hot or Not? (Rapid-Fire Game): JAXS gives her take on trending topics: Oversized streetwear fits  Rappers singing on hooks  TikTok challenges influencing music  AI-generated music  4. Who Said DAT? (Guess the Quote Game): “All that fake love you showin’ couldn’t even disguise you.” (Rihanna – "Needed Me") “I changed the game with that digital drop / Know where you was when that digital popped?” (Beyoncé – "Feeling Myself") “It's in you, not on you.” (Latto, Season 2 Rhythm and Flow) “I worked my a** off while you sat in the back looking like Casper the friendly ghost!!”  5. CareFree Keys : JAXS drops gems for young Black women chasing their dreams in music.  6. New Music & What’s Next: Upcoming projects, collaborations, and where to catch her performing next!   Special Announcement: Catch JAXS live at the CareFreeBlackGirl SXSW stage, featuring headliner LAILA! This kicks off our multi-city tour hitting DC, NYC, Philly, and more! Follow JAXS: IG: Jaxs - https://www.instagram.com/_officialjaxs/?hl=en Join the Conversation: Tweet us your favorite moments using #CareFreeBlackGirl! Follow us on Twitter: @CFBGPod Follow us on Instagram: @CareFreeBlackGirlInc Subscribe, share, and stay carefree!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices