Episode 75: Mick Jenkins

Infinity Song are a group of four siblings from New York City. On Metamorphosis, the group celebrate the things that make them unique, & aim to empower others in the process. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Staves are a duo from Watford, England. On their latest record All Now, sisters Camilla and Jessica find release in their most anthemic writing yet, learning to let go of indecisiveness, the past, & the fear of speaking up. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sofia looks back on her favourite memories, releases, & gigs from April 2024! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

X Ambassadors are a band with roots in Ithaca, New York. On 'Townie' they set their sights homeward: reflecting on teenage restlessness, leaving for bigger cities, & how home shapes who we are. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Another Sky are a band based in London, England. Four years after their first time on this podcast, they return to discuss their sophomore album 'Beach Day'. On the record, the band learns to embrace anger & find compassion for our younger selves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Griff is an artist based in the UK. On ver2igo vol. 2, the follow-up to vert1go vol. 1, Griff continues the arc of someone processing an ending. Through the power of her own incredible pop songwriting, she makes these big emotions a little easier to digest... maybe even dance to. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sofia shares her artist highlights from SXSW! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Empress Of is a Honduran-American artist based in Los Angeles. On 'For Your Consideration', she explores transactional relationships & desire through a raw, unfiltered, & danceable lens. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Harmless is an artist based in Los Angeles. On his latest record 'Springs Eternal', he tells stories of identity & relationships to his younger self. In our conversation, we discuss the benefits & costs of anger, self-deprecation, & rediscovering one's identity after trauma. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mick Jenkins is a rapper from Chicago by way of Alabama. On his latest album The Patience, Mick grounds himself in his craft & the support of his day-ones. We spoke about the Deluxe Edition of the album, which includes two new songs: "2011" & "Perm". Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices