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Just Get To The Chorus
Just Get To The Chorus... or maybe don't? From songwriting to storytelling, co-hosts, Drea Rose and Katie Hargrove take a deep dive into the lives of some of the most fascinating people. As queer identifying women, Drea and Katie set the stage to ask the uncomfortable questions, while building a safe space for listeners and guests alike. From Grammy-nominees to Disney channel stars, television writers to celebrity trainers, "Just Get To The Chorus'' gives listeners a hearty dose of authenticity while embodying the concept that every story is worth telling.
Grayson Villanueva is a Filipino-American SAG-AFTRA performer, award-winning vocal arranger, and music producer from Los Angeles, CA. Grayson is featured in the new Disney Pixar feature film Turning Red, starring Rosalie Chiang and Sandra Oh. This episode touches on so many aspects of being a creative and how the intersections of identities play such crucial roles within that sphere. Drea and Katie chat with Grayson about what it was like filling such an iconic role in the Disney film, "Turning Red" and how this role changed how he viewed himself and in turn, his craft. Truly an inspirational and wholesome episode you don't want to miss!
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Born and raised in the Florida Keys, island native and artist Jackii Kennedy quickly found love for music at a young age. Incorporating her openly gay narratives and embracing her synesthesia, Jackii is literally and metaphorically uniquely influenced by the way she sees and hears the colorful world around her. As she developed her talent and dove into the music scene, she struggled to find people who looked like her on stage, or who held a similar narrative in the industry. With the absence of such representation, Jackii Kennedy aims to be the artist who expands upon like-minded narratives in the music scene, embracing sound, gender, and nonconformity. Through music, creative direction, and a desire to visually embody what differentiates her from the next female singer, Jackii Kennedy shines most during live performances. Her work has been heard on radio stations and graced the iconic stages of The Troubadour, The Mint, The Viper Room, The Satellite, Peppermint Club, and more around Los Angeles. She has shared the stage with the likes of VINCINT, Nick Leng, AUDREY NUNA, No Suits, Dave B, Will Jay, Josh Levi, and more. Her most notable releases, performances, and collaborations have been alongside drummer/producer/songwriter Ryan Raines (Paul McCartney, Dominic Fike, Peach Tree Rascals) and guitarist/producer/songwriter Hudson Taylor (VINCINT, Kanye West). Her most recent release "Castaway" made the #1 spot on Spotify's Fresh Finds and Spotify's Fresh Finds: Pop and has also been included on the genre-bending Lorem. With Jackii Kennedy’s ever rising music presence and upcoming projects, one can expect to see her charting the alt-pop, indie, and r&b charts come 2022. Drea and Katie chat with Jackii about what creating during a pandemic looked like for her and life in Los Angeles. Jackii shares some insightful, emotional and honest stories about how she has balanced being a creator with being a well rounded and happy human. This is a truly special episode that cannot be missed!
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Andrew Matarazzo is a Brazilian-American actor, best known for joining the cast of the MTV television series Teen Wolf in its final season. You may be familiar with his work in various shows including HBO's “Girls”, MTV's “Faking It”, “Criminal Minds” on CBS, Netflix's “She's All That” and “Speechless” on ABC. Katie, Drea and Andrew get introspective about the difficulties of friendships in the entertainment industry and the importance of taking time for yourself. Andrew gives us a peek behind the curtain on how he creates and his dream roles as an actor.
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Melissa Polinar is a singer/songwriter originally from the Dallas/Fort Worth, Texas area who got her start on Youtube. She’s known not just for her soulful vocals, but for her lyrical sincerity and artistic poise. Her songs, “Try” and “Meant to Be” set her apart from other creatives at the time and opened the door for her success as an independent artist. She has collaborated with industry moguls like Josiah Bell, David Ryan Harris, India.Arie and Jeremy Passion. Boasting 8.4 million streams on Spotify in 2020 alone, Melissa Polinar is a force to be reckoned with. Drea and Katie dive deep with Melissa about her journey with mental health and how her heritage plays a vital role in her career. They get the inside scoop on upcoming releases and leave no stone unturned on the true powerhouse that is Melissa Polinar.
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Jennifer Chung was born in South Korea but was raised in the bay area. Through years of training in Korean traditional dance, theater, & music, she moved on to receive her BA in Drama at UC Irvine. Recognized as an Asian-American pioneer of online music content through YouTube, she garnered over 38 million views from her music. Her albums "After All", "4 years & counting..", & more can be found on all music platforms. Jennifer currently resides in Atlanta, GA. Drea and Katie talk all things life with Jennifer, from her multi-faceted business ventures to how she met her now husband. Jennifer takes us through the peaks and valleys of her unapologetic truths. Truly a special episode from beginning to end!
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Nikko Reyes is one of Los Angeles' ascending talents in the fitness industry. Former Barry's Instructor and Founder of Ready Performance, Reyes is highly sought after by high-profile clients and Hollywood's top executives. He has a background in military, triathlon, and bodybuilding/functional training. Along with his vast knowledge of helping others reach their fitness goals, Reyes strives to make others feel stronger, physically and mentally. Numerous companies have selected him to represent their brand and products. Including, Barry's Bootcamp, Fitbit, Fabletics, Abercombie and Fitch, Gainbox, Optimum Nutrition, TrainCentric, Baxter California, MAC Cosmetics, and many more. Nikko talks about the importance of letting his faith guide him and the twists and turns that led him to Los Angeles. His perseverance and passion are unmatched, making this an episode you don't want to miss!
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You might know Parissa Koo from The Disney Channel, USA Network, Funny or Die, and the YouTube Web series, Gal Pals. She has performed in numerous musicals in Los Angeles as well as the Norwegian Cruise Line Escape. Parissa has modeled for Jansport and Wiseguise Face Masks, as well as appeared in commercials for Capitol One and Freeform. She was last seen in For the Record's Love Actually Live at The Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts and as a featured performer on Jimmy Kimmel Live. Parissa, Katie and Drea talk about ex-boyfriends, the shit-storm that is American Idol and secret, celebrity only passageways into the Century City Mall. Parissa gives a download of her time in Los Angeles and all the incredible stuff she's been up to since she and Drea last saw each other... which was a seemingly long time ago. She leaves the podcast with tidbits of wisdom and grace, so be sure to listen in and learn from one of the greats, Parissa Koo!
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Just Get To The Chorus... or maybe don't? From songwriting to storytelling, co-hosts, Drea Rose and Katie Hargrove take a deep dive into the lives of some of the most fascinating people. As queer identifying women, Drea and Katie set the stage to ask the uncomfortable questions, while building a safe space for listeners and guests alike. From Grammy-nominees to Disney channel stars, television writers to celebrity trainers, "Just Get To The Chorus'' gives listeners a hearty dose of authenticity while embodying the concept that every story is worth telling.
This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app