The Houston Element Podcast

This week we sit down with local DJ and producer Mike E Legacy. He talks to us about starting his DJ career in his native home in New York, getting introduced to the night club scene by his brother, to performing in venues including Sound Factory in NYC. He also talks about the difference in show preparation when performing as an opener vs a headliner, using hybrid analog/digital turn table consoles vs complete digital turn table c...

This week we sot down with local entrepreneur and CEO of Helping Heroes Staffing Company, Roderick Batson. He tells us about how he started his company Helping Heroes Staffing and the motivation behind helping individuals who have special needs find employment. He also talks about his many other business he operates including the infamous ice cream shop in Katy, TX called Howdy Homemade Ice Cream, which is one of his main companies...

This week we sit down with local recording & performance artist LVRD. He talks to us about the release of his latest single ‘Vogue’ & the premier release of his latest single on 93.7 the Beat Houston radio station. He also talks to us about his unique take on R&B music, upcoming live performances, & finding the right production team to bring the artist team to fruition.

You can follow LVRD online and his...

This week we spoke with traveling artists from Mississippi and North Carolina, Lunch Table Loaners. The members of Lunch Table Loaners include The Archie Carter (North Carolina) and Geekster the Super Nerd (Mississippi). We spoke with them at Animeverse Convention about their live performance at the con, forming their music group, collaborating remotely, to now performing together at local and out of state shows.

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DISCLAIMER: Please be advised this episode contains topics of mature subjects including substance abuse and homicide. View discretion is advised.

This week we talk with local LGBTQ+ activist, former nightclub promoter, published author, and 'The Last Club Kid,' Mark "Ghost" Stevens. He talks to us about his published memoir, 'The Last Club Kid.' In his memoir, he talks about his incredible journey to becoming an infamous Club Kid; f...

This week we sit down with actress, screen writer, director, and producer Kimberly Yates. She talks to us about her different mentors and colleges she's worked with, her various techniques for working in different projects in television, movie, and theatrical productions. She also gives us a sneak peak about her upcoming theatrical play she wrote and directed, Play Lajoie. You can follow Kimberly online @kimberlyyat (IG) and @Kim...

This week we have recording artist and returning guest, 24 Resting. This time they talk to us about their new single 'Happy Girl,' their catalog of 50 newly recorded songs, and the release of one new song premiering on the 24th of every month for the rest of 2024.

You can follow 24 Resting online @24resting (IG/FB) and on all music streaming platforms.

Listen to the new single 'Happy Girl' now streaming on all platforms!

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This week we sit with returning guest and recording artist, Lil Reaper. He talks to us about what he's been up to since he was last on the podcast, joining the military, performing at Audible Fest, and working on his upcoming album '21.' He talks in depth about how his new album will be a part of a trilogy project, including his albums '19' and '20,' which are now streaming, the number of tracks for his new album, and completing a ...

This week we sit down with frontman of the "most pretentious indie band" in Houston, tx, Brett Fitzpatrick from When In May. Brett talks to us about the birth of When In May, releasing their debut single 'Cheap Red Wine,' and how this band unique from his past music projects. He also talks about their first live show, when to expect to hear their next single 'After the Break Up,' and their upcoming EP expected to be released next y...

This week we sit with local voice actor, roles including Taneo Tokuda in My Hero Academia & Dr Stylish in Akame Ga Kill, Jay Hickman. He talks to us about when he first started acting, how he prepares for roles, and what it's like working in the studio. He also talk about working with other professionals including actor & director, Kyle Jones and voice actor, John Swasey, about their collaborative projects, and how Anime Te...

This week we sit down with local non-profit organization, specializing in college, commercial trade, and military training education, Next Step Academics. They talk to us about the different kind of programs/resources they offer, the different grade levels they work with, and their unique approach to help mold a better future for today’s youth and tomorrow’s success story. 

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This week is a special INSIDE THE ALBUM episode feat. returning guest and local artist, The Kiddos. They talk to us about their new EP Y'our Future Is Now,' their new stage performances, music videos, and what's coming next from this rising indie/rock band.

You can follow The Kiddos online @thekiddos_music (IG/TicTok/Twitter) and his official website: https://linktr.ee/TheKiddos_music

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This week we sit down like local recording artist Forever Baby. He talks to us about his music career and his three other businesses he founded, collaborating with other artist including D Bando, and working on his new album. He also talks about his secret for being successful as an indie artist and investing in relationships with the right people only.

You can follow Forever Baby online @foreverbaby713 (IG/Twitter) and his offici...

This week we sit down with recording artist from Austin, TX, 1k Spin. He talks to us about moving from Alabama to Texas, recording his first EP 'Spin,' and how he's recorded 100/200 songs he written since he started his official music career. He also talks about hosting his first music festival in Austin, TX called Spin Fest, working on his 3rd EP called 'Don't Come Back,' and plans for future shows to celebrate the release of the ...

This week we sit down with recording artist J.B. Santiago. He talks to us about moving from North Carolina to Houston, going from instrumentalist in marching band to musically trained vocalist, and working on collaboration projects with renowned artist. He also talks about his workflow with his engineer and creating and maintaining an artist budget to insure he always has the resources necessary to bring his art to fruition. You c...

This week we sit down with local recording artist Huncho. He talks to us about how he started out his music career, finding the right engineer/producer to make his music shine, and performing at the Houston based festival L.O.U.D. Fest in 2023. You can follow Huncho online @ (IG) and his official website: https://linktr.ee/kylehunchomusic YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UClsOehPunYNWRu4HgHtyOiQ Spotify: https://open.spotify.co...

This week we sit down with local recording artist Dread Head Yeezy. She talks to us about rehearsing and practicing vocal training exercises, special rituals for the studio and live performances, and about her first mixed tape 'The Come Up.' She also talks about working with published author, producer, actor, and director Terrence Weasel Smith to create the soundtrack for his film, 'Second Chance By Betrayal.'

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This week we do a remote session featuring recording artist talking with us Florida, IIAMJUNE. He talks to us about where he gets his inspiration, his writing and production workflow, and launching his career to new heights during COVID (2020). He also talks about his production team, working with session instrumentalist, and the release of the first single from his upcoming EP, 'Pink Room' and the newly released single 'Bells.' ...