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On Episode 30 of Mindful Minutes With Musicians with Ian Kamau, a Canadian hip hop and spoken word artist, film maker, director and writer. We spoke candidly about the short documentary he just put out called ‘We Went Out’ that you can find on his Youtube @IanKamau. We talked about the history of hiphop and freestyling as well as the mindfulness process. Please take the time to check out their social media and support them in all the ways.
Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/iankamau79
Instagram – @iankamau
Youtube – Ian Kamau
Spotify – Ian Kamau
Google Play – Ian Kamau
Also check out
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sEsdPt7wpk0
To see their new short documentary ‘We Went Out’. Don’t forget to comment, like, hit the bell and subscribe!! I really appreciate you all! Thank you so much for watching. Check out my website for more information on the next episode and more.
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On Episode 29 of Mindful Minutes With Musicians with Miguel DeJesus. A Barber working for Barber Culture Inc, In Calgary. Working in live events as a technician and then director, in 2020 he made a hard pivot to being a barber. We talk about that and a more about his practice and his ways of mindfulness. Please take the time to check out their social media and support them in all the ways.

Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/miguel.c.dejesus
Instagram – @80barber

Also check out

East Village Location

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On Episode 28 of Mindful Minutes With Musicians with Cyborg Madworks. A reggae/dancehall musician, artist and songwriter. We spoke about his creative process and how he balances life, work and the arts and how they can be interchangable. Please take the time to check out all of their music on Youtube and all the streaming platforms and support them in all the ways.
Youtube – cyborgmadworks
Apple Music – https://music.apple.com/us/artist/cyborg-madworks/1466264432
Deezer – https://www.deezer.com/en/artist/84247472
Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/artist/6wHOWuVJTeVCkRnJNeoZlb
Distrokid – https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/cyborgmadworks/trust
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On Episode 27 of Mindful Minutes With Musicians with Steve Sharpe aka HULK Ceasar. A community radio DJ in Corner Brook, Newfoundland. We spoke about the amazing journey that he went through, as well as the artists he’s had the pleasure of interviewing. Check out The Hulk Caesar SHOW!! and Please take the time to check out their social media and support them in all the ways. Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/groups/hulkc… Instagram – @hulk.caesar and @hulkcaesarshow Also check out http://www.hulkcaesar.com http://www.boir.ca/shows/the-hulk-caesar-show/ Don’t forget to comment, like, hit the bell and subscribe!! I really appreciate you all! Thank you so much for watching. Check out my new fresh website for more information on the next episode and more. http://www.BlackmoreMedia.ca

On Episode 26 of Mindful Minutes With Musicians with David Bell. A bassist, producer and singer/songwriter from Swansea, Wales. We spoke about his past working with incredible musicians and how they influenced his practice. We spoke about the importance of being healthy and working out. Please take the time to check out all of their music on streaming platforms and support them in all the ways. Website – http://www.davidbell.org.uk Apple Music – https://music.apple.com/at/album/flow… TIDAL – https://tidal.com/browse/album/153334125 Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/album/1PcTR6… Artistcamp – https://www.artistcamp.com/david-bell… Don’t forget to comment, like, hit the bell and subscribe!! I really appreciate you all! Thank you so much for watching. Check out my new fresh website for more information on the next episode and more. http://www.BlackmoreMedia.ca

On Episode 25 of Mindful Minutes With Musicians with Emilio Portal. A mixed trans disciplinary artist, craftsman, designer and musician. We spoke about his past and about how he’s been able to find inspiration from the outdoors and nature and use that in his musical process. Please take the time to check out their social media and support them in all the ways.

Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/emilio.portal
Instagram – @the_emilioportal

Also check out

https://emilioportal.com/

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On Episode 24 of Mindful Minutes With Musicians with Arthur Tutt. Professional Engineer and Digital Marketing Consultant who has worked and traveled all over the world. Build up an International agency and created a blog to share his knowledge. http://www.arthurtutt.com We spoke about things that have helped him get through as well as ways of sticking to a 90 day challenge. We also spoke about his trips to Silent Vipassana Meditation retreats and what that brought to his everyday practice. Please take the time to check out their social media and support them in all the ways.
Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/arthur.tutt
Instagram – @ar.thor
Youtube – Arthur Tutt
Also check out
https://www.arthurtutt.com/
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On Episode 23 of Mindful Minutes With Musicians with Sandy Duperval. An amazing vocalist, business manager and professional cook. We spoke candidly about how she’s been dealing with the pandemic and the strides that she’s been taking during these times. We remembered the past and she shared a story of how she started her process. You’ll want to watch the whole episode as they have a surprise at the end with a per-release personally sung rendition of their brand new unreleased track!! Please take the time to check out their social media and support them in all the ways.Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/sandydupervalofficial
Instagram – @sandydupervalYoutube – Sandy Duperval
Spotify – Sandy Duperval
Google Play – Sandy Duperval

Also check outhttps://www.sandyduperval.com/
To hear their latest tracks and information.

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On Episode 22 of Mindful Minutes With Musicians with Andrew Hyatt. A musician with a list of accolades like top 10 most played Canadian Country artist on Country Radio and the CMAO ‘Rising Star’ award. We spoke candidly about health and the process of positive thoughts. We remembered the past and looked into what got us through these times and how much was accomplished. Please take the time to check out their social media and support them in all the ways.
Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/AndrewHyattMusic
Instagram – @theandrewhyatt
Youtube – Andrew Hyatt
Spotify – Andrew Hyatt
Google Play – Andrew Hyatt
Also check out
https://www.andrewhyattmusic.com/
To hear their latest EP ‘NeverLand’ and all their great music.
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On Episode 21 of Mindful Minutes With Musicians with Brent Kobayashi. President of online marketing WordPress development and design firm Kobayashi + Zeitguys in Toronto, Canada. Helping customers for over 25 years with their sales and marketing while enhancing their brand image strategically and cost-effectively. We spoke about how important it is to be ok with yourself. We talked about looking at moments you may think are failures and seeing the success that came from those moments. Definitely worth it to check out and have them help you through your digital marketing campaigns and your websites! Please take the time to check out their social media and support them in all the ways.
Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/KobayashiZeitguys
https://www.facebook.com/brent.kobayashi
Instagram – @kobayashizeitguys @brentkobayashi
Youtube – @Kobayashi + Zeitguys Marketing Agency
@Brent Kobayashi
Also check out
https://kobayashi.ca/
If you or anyone you know needs any marketing or sales advice definitely go and connect with Brent and his team there, they are amazing and will be able to help you through your digital process.
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On Episode 20 of Mindful Minutes With Musicians with Phil Villeneuve
AKA DJ Phillipe. Co-founder and managing editor of Yohomo, event producer, Program Director, Editor and an energetic and entertaining DJ. He shared with me the process that he was going through to adapt and make the best of this… Please take the time to check out their social media and support them in all the ways.
https://linktr.ee/philipvileneuve
Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/DJPhillippe
Instagram – @dancingphil
Youtube – @Dancing Phil

Also check out
https://yohomo.ca/
Toronto’s only online community completely dedicated to the arts, culture, and nightlife of our beautiful LGBTQ2+ family

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On Episode 19 of Mindful Minutes With Musicians with Sebastian Marziali, a theatre actor, lighting and video designer and Burlesque dancer under the name El Toro. They joined me to talk about how their process and performances have changed throughout this, and how they’ve adapted to the online world. We spoke of technical challenges as well as the importance of taking a moment to enjoy a walk. It was a fabulous conversation, please take the time to check out their social media and support them in all the ways.
Facebook – http://www.facebook.com/sebastian.marziali
Instagram – @eltoroburlesque
Youtube – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ifanQqlEWXc
Also check out their burlesque troup – Boylesque TO
http://www.boylesqueto.com/
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On Episode 18 of Mindful Minutes With Musicians with Don James, a Grand Champion Martial Artist in Taekwondo and Karate, theatre actor, model, singer/entertainer and SUPER inspiring teacher who is currently retired and in the process of writing an autobiography sat down with me and spoke about his past. Exchanged stories of how he’s been dealing with isolation and the difficulties of these times. We spoke of a bunch of stories including the rumor in high school that he beat Billy Blanks, inventor of Tae Bo, in a sparring match. He told me all about how he dealt with that situation as well as many others throughout his life. A really wonderful episode that shouldn’t be missed.
To hear more about him and read his blog,
check out; http://www.warrior4peace.wordpress.com
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Episode 17 – On Episode 17 of Mindful Minutes With Musicians with Jay ‘Griz’ Cianfrini the main vocalist and Bassist of JAHGERNAUT a unique Death n’ Roll, heavy metal band from Toronto. We sat and spoke about how he’s been getting through lately and his inspirations. We also spole of how his bands got started and the ability to be self motivated. It was a really valuable chat and one that shouldn’t be missed!
To hear all of the latest tunes and grab their gear,
check out their Bandcamp – https://jahgernaut.bandcamp.com/
and also FB – https://www.facebook.com/jahgernaut/
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Episode 16 – On Episode 16 of Mindful Minutes With Musicians with Panther Matumona, a returning guest, he was actually the first ever guest on Mindful Minutes With Musicians and I am so glad that we’re able to hear more from him. He has some very valuable knowledge that he shares about being mindful and present. He talks about his creation process and how he maximizes his efforts through fasting and mindful practices.
Check out their youtube https://www.youtube.com/user/panthersupafly
Also check them out on ALL social media platforms
https://linktr.ee/panthermatumona

Don’t forget to comment, like, hit the bell and repost. I really appreciate you all! Thank you so much for watching. Check out my newly designed website for more information on the next episode and more.
http://www.BlackmoreMedia.ca


Episode 15 – On this Episode of Mindful Minutes With Musicians with StuntZ, a Bboy born in Montreal and now hailing in Toronto. We spoke about movement and the embodiment of feelings. We also covered what he’s been up to lately during the pandemic and how he’s been getting through.

Definitely one to check out! To check out their latest projects and work go to https://conkretestylezcrew.webs.com/​ Check them out on all social media platforms. Don’t forget to comment, like and repost. I really appreciate you all! Thank you so much for watching.

Episode 14 – On this weeks episode, host David Blackmore talks with William Ryan Pressley a DJ on our very own Flow 93.5fm. They talked about how they’ve been doing lately and shared stories that happened to them in the past that inspired them. This is a great episode and another one that can’t be missed!

Check out http://www.illicitsound.com or Flow 93.5fm to hear more from Will.

Episode 13 – On this weeks episode, host David Blackmore talks with Janis Mayers. They talked about how they’ve been doing lately and how they’ve created their routine. Prioritising mental and physical health they talked about their digital detox. We also spoke about how their fitness has been pivitol in their journey to success! Check out more at Blackmoremedia.ca

Episode 12 – On this weeks episode of Mindful Minutes With Musicians we spoke with Evan Ruggiero, a musician, tap dancer, actor and theater performer from New Jersey. We spoke about the inspirations of creation and when that can spark, the ways he has adapted during these times and how this is just a moment that we will get through. So much love and appreciation! This is an episode that can’t be missed!! Check him out on ALL social media @lord_pegleg
Also check out Blackmoremedia.ca for more information

Episode 11 – On this Episode of MMWM with Devonne Williams, we spoke about pivoting and finding avenues for creativity. He shared stories of how he’s managed to find creative and mindful ways of moving through difficult times. Its an episode that shouldn’t be missed! Check them out on all social media platforms. @D3vonn3 on Instagram http://ddevonnewilliamss.tumblr.com/ Tumblr https://www.youtube.com/user/SalvageM… Youtube Don’t forget to comment, like and repost. I really appreciate you all! Thank you so much for watching. Check out my newly designed website for more information on the next episode and more. http://www.BlackmoreMedia.ca

Episode 10 – On this episode of Mindful Minutes With Musicians we talk with Rhymes Oso a Hip Hop artist from Toronto. We talk about the benefits of positive actions and how they can come back to benefit you. So much appreciation and love. You’ve got to check out ALL of his social media and his website, http://www.rhymesoso.com
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Episode 9 – On this weeks episode, James Knott talks with us about the waves of creativity and how to embrace them. Also about the layers of which we look at objects and situations not just as the object or situation itself but the moment and memories of them. So much appreciation and love! Check them out on ALL social media as well as their website. https://www.knottart.com/

Episode 8 – On this Episode of MMWM with Richmond Obeng, we spoke about putting thoughts into your mind and storing them to be sure to complete the thought, to be aware on different levels of your surrounding area. View things on other platforms, there is so much going on and there are so many details.
To check out their latest projects and work go to
http://www.richmondobeng.com
Check them out on all social media platforms.
Don’t forget to comment, like and repost. I really appreciate you all! Thank you so much for watching. Check out my newly designed website for more information on the next episode and more.
http://www.BlackmoreMedia.ca

Episode 7Mindful Minutes WIth Musicians Ep. 7 with Patrick Fiore

Tune in, Mindful Minutes With Musicians Ep. 7 with Patrick Fiore. With host David Blackmore, they will share some stories and how they get into a mindful state and relax their minds. I appreciate you tuning in and taking the time to watch. Check out his website NobleOak.net

Episode 6 – On this episode of MMWM with SARAH WHEELER, we spoke about always learning, being aware of pronouns and being respectful to everyone and everything. Sarah shared her past stories and how she is now doing very well. So much love!! Check them out on ALL social media! Her website is www.sarahwheeler.com Youtube – https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRF3… ITunes – https://music.apple.com/ca/artist/sar… Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/artist/5RHTq… Bandcamp – https://bitchtapes.bandcamp.com/track… Soundcloud – https://soundcloud.com/theacousticgui… Deezer – https://www.deezer.com/en/artist/1097251   Also Follow her on; Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/sarah.wheele… Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/wheelersara… Don’t forget to comment, like and repost. I really appreciate you all! Thank you so much for watching. Check out my website for more information on the next episode and more! https://davidblackmoremusic.wordpress…

Episode 5 – On this weeks episode, RISA BRANCH shared some past and present stories. As well as some awesome information about her music the things she uses to focus on and ways she takes time to focus. So much love! Check her out on ALL social media! Check out her Website; https://www.risabranch.com/ Youtube; https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXVx… Spotify; https://open.spotify.com/artist/2r3uR… Amazon; https://www.amazon.com/Thought-About-… Bandcamp; https://risa.bandcamp.com/ Tidal; https://tidal.com/browse/artist/10619341 Soundcloud; https://soundcloud.com/risabranch Deezer; https://www.deezer.com/en/artist/5417… ITunes; https://music.apple.com/us/artist/ris… **Use her music on TikTok; https://www.tiktok.com/music/You%27re… Myspace; https://myspace.com/risa Anghami; https://play.anghami.com/song/45706343 Also Follow her on.. Facebook; https://www.facebook.com/risabranch/ Instagram; https://www.instagram.com/risabranch/… Twitter; https://twitter.com/risatweet?lang=en Don’t forget to comment, like and repost. I really appreciate you all! Thank you so mcuh for watching. Check out my website for more information on the next episode and more! https://davidblackmoremusic.wordpress…

Episode 4 – On this weeks episode, ELAINE ‘LIL BIT SHEPHERD joined us and shared some tidbits about LOVE and getting what you put out into the world. So much love! Check her out on ALL social media! Youtube – https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCp-n… Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/artist/0Az2U… Deezer – https://www.deezer.com/us/artist/4460… Google Play Music – https://play.google.com/music/listen?… ITunes – https://music.apple.com/ca/artist/ela… Bandcamp – https://lilbitmuzik.bandcamp.com/ Soundcloud – https://soundcloud.com/techniciansmus… CD Baby – http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/elainelilbitshepherd12 Tidal – https://tidal.com/browse/artist/4738409 And Also follow her on, Twitter – https://twitter.com/lilbitmuzik?lang=en Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/lilbitmuzik… Don’t forget to comment, like and repost. I really appreciate you all!! Thank you so much for watching. Check out my website for more information on the next episode and MORE!! https://davidblackmoremusic.wordpress…

Episode 3 – On this weeks episode, KID KOLD tells some awesome stories and shared some great books to read. Check him out on Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/artist/6igqp…. Bandcamp – https://kidkoldmusic.bandcamp.com/ Soundcloud – https://soundcloud.com/kidkold?ref=cl… Youtube – https://www.youtube.com/user/KidKoldM… ITunes – https://music.apple.com/us/artist/kid… Tidal – https://tidal.com/browse/artist/7594107 Twitter – (@kidinfinity): https://twitter.com/kidinfinity?s=09 Don’t forget to comment, like and repost. I really appreciate you all! Thank you so much for watching. Check my website for information on the next episode and MORE!! https://davidblackmoremusic.wordpress…

Episode 2 – This weeks Epidsode is an AWESOME one!! with Toronto’s Adedon!! As I promised here is all the ways that you can find him online! Connect with him and support his amazing music!! Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/artist/03Nod… Apple Music – https://itunes.apple.com/ca/artist/ad… Tidal – https://listen.tidal.com/artist/9494352 Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/pages/catego… Youtube – https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkg6… Twitter – https://twitter.com/addydakidmoral Amazon – https://www.amazon.com/Pressure-Expli… Don’t forget to comment, like and repost. I really appreciate all of you! Thank you so much for watching!Check out my website for the next episode information – https://davidblackmoremusic.wordpress…

Episode 1 – Our VERY First Episode with the inspiring PANTHER MATUMONA , multi-instrumentalist, vocalist and Hip-Hop producer, has honed a musical experience with the energy of an iconic one man show. Taking elements from both live instrumentation and electronic music, Panther Matumona prides himself on being at the cutting edge of modern rap music production as well as creating poignant lyrics aimed at the awakened soul. For more info check out https://www.panthermatumona.com/

Mindful Minutes With Musicians Podcast on Youtube
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I really appreciate you taking the time to have a look through and I hope that you’ve watched these and got a lot out of them for your own practice. I really would love to continue this conversation or hear comments and create with all you wonderful people. CONNECT with me on ALL social media platforms and lets make some magic together.

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