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Jordyn Simone is LA born-and-raised, but her music has taken her many places! At a young age she began writing and singing and has not stopped inspiring people since. A veteran of both American Idol and The Voice, Jordyn's talent is noticeable as soon as she opens her mouth. But her passion lies in connecting with her fans; she writes music that people can connect with. She gave us a fresh performance of one of her songs and shared beautifully + honestly during our conversation.Music: Apple Music | SpotifySocial: Website | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | YouTubeSupport the show (https://secure.squarespace.com/checkout/donate?donatePageId=5ca4434b9140b7577c76480e)

Sydney Franklin brightened up our studio with her vivacious personality and soulful voice. She is new to LA, but not new to the music scene. As an accomplished R&B/Soul artist and singer-songwriter, she released her debut freshman EP Make It Hurt in February 2018. She is a delight of a human and a badass vocalist - you don't want to miss hearing all about her story and hearing her perform live!Music: Apple Music | Spotify | SoundcloudSocial: Website | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | YouTubeSupport the show (https://secure.squarespace.com/checkout/donate?donatePageId=5ca4434b9140b7577c76480e)

Anna is a prime example of a brilliant musician who made the LA music scene her own small family. While LA can feel very fragmented and intimidating, Anna has used her time here to cultivate deep + meaningful connections with other artists which has resulted in some pretty amazing collaborations. We talk all about her songwriting process, both as an individual and in group settings, and we dig deeper into how artists can work together to create space for each other in the music world. Tune in to hear all her stories AND a little live performance!Music: Apple Music | Spotify | SoundcloudSocial: Website | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | YouTubeSupport the show (https://secure.squarespace.com/checkout/donate?donatePageId=5ca4434b9140b7577c76480e)

This is an exciting episode that features someone who works behind the scenes at Unfamous - our very own Paul Odir! Not only does Paul masterfully record + edit our podcast, he is also a musician on his own. Paul has had several years of helping friends with their projects which all have led him to become the self-made musician he currently is. He writes, records and mixes all his own material and released an EP earlier this summer. He is wildly talented and has a creative ear that will compel you to keep listening to his process and his music. WE LOVE YOU PAUL!Music: Apple Music | Spotify | SoundcloudSocial: Facebook | Instagram | YouTubeSupport the show (https://secure.squarespace.com/checkout/donate?donatePageId=5ca4434b9140b7577c76480e)

Sara Dee is a force to be reckoned with! She's been studying music since she could read and has been creating it for years - and clearly she has no plans of slowing down anytime soon. With a new record out (after a livestream world-premiere listening party!) she is taking her feisty folk sound to new places and new levels. It was fascinating to learn all about her story. And if you haven't heard the captivating musings of Sara Dee, now is your chance to catch a little live performance!Music: Apple Music | Spotify | SoundcloudSocial: Website | Facebook | Instagram | YouTubeSupport the show (https://secure.squarespace.com/checkout/donate?donatePageId=5ca4434b9140b7577c76480e)

Arielle often says that her words are not for the ears but for the soul. She has a beautiful way of fine-tuning her craft while also being willing to live in the imperfect and share the ups and downs along the way. Her spoken word poetry will slap you in the face with its honesty and then wrap you in a hug with its tenderness and we are so honored she stopped by the studio to tell us her story. Music: Apple Music | Spotify | SoundcloudSocial: Website | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | YouTubeSupport the show (https://secure.squarespace.com/checkout/donate?donatePageId=5ca4434b9140b7577c76480e)

Teryn Ré has a disarming voice and a passion for music that is just as contagious as it is palpable. With years of studying and teaching music under her belt, Teryn is a trailblazer as a musician, songwriter, and big band leader, showcasing her charts at venues all over Southern California. With a bit of whisky and a decade of shared history, Rachel and Teryn talk all about how her music has evolved and what she hopes happens next. Music: Apple Music | Spotify | SoundcloudSocial: Website | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | YouTubeSupport the show (https://secure.squarespace.com/checkout/donate?donatePageId=5ca4434b9140b7577c76480e)

After spending a few minutes with Highland, it would be easy to think they've been friends and bandmates for a lifetime rather than just a short amount of time. Their charisma, collaboration, and strong bond all came through loud and clear during our conversation with them, and it was so fun to be a part of it for an episode! We fell in love with their passion for punk music, their hilarious one-liners, and the way they connect with their fans – and we're sure you will too. Music: Apple Music | Spotify Social: Website | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | YouTubeSupport the show (https://secure.squarespace.com/checkout/donate?donatePageId=5ca4434b9140b7577c76480e)

The Unfamous team is extremely passionate about elevating the platforms and voices of local musicians, so we couldn't think of a better collaboration than with Sofar Sounds! In this episode we learn all about Sofar and the humans behind the scenes - Vicky, Jeanne, and Max! Sofar exists to amplify artists and bring music to spaces where people come to truly listen and experience the music. The team behind Sofar in LA makes a lot of magic happen - with 40+ shows each month on just about any night of the week, they work tirelessly to help maintain a booming music scene in Los Angeles and create a place for their volunteers to be involved in the process. Social: Website | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | YouTubeSupport the show (https://secure.squarespace.com/checkout/donate?donatePageId=5ca4434b9140b7577c76480e)

Justin Glasco seriously does it all - he's a sought-after producer, a mega-talented musician, and a gifted songwriter. With numerous collaborations, tours, and projects on his resume, we had so much to talk with him about! Sipping whiskey while learning from Justin was one of the best ideas we've had in awhile. Pour yourself your favorite drink and get ready to learn a bit from a true master-of-all.Social: Website | Facebook | InstagramSupport the show (https://secure.squarespace.com/checkout/donate?donatePageId=5ca4434b9140b7577c76480e)