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The Truth In This Art Podcast

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Rob Lee

The Truth in this Art is a storytelling series hosted by cultural curator Rob Lee.

The Truth In This Art w/ Rob Lee feat. Elijah Jamal Balbed

Welcome to "The Truth in This Art." I'm your host, Rob Lee, and I’m thrilled to introduce our next guest: Elijah Jamal Balbed: A Globetrotting Saxophonist and Versatile Musician from Washington, DC. An esteemed alumnus of Howard University's Jazz program, Elijah has earned numerous accolades, including Artist of the Year, Best Tenor Saxophonist, and Best New Jazz Musician by the Washington City Paper. He has graced stages across the world, from the Middle East to Russia, Japan, Jamaica, South America, the U.K., and various states in North America. Elijah's musical journey has seen him collaborate with a diverse range of artists, from jazz legends like Bennie Maupin to contemporary stars like Lalah Hathaway and Fantasia from American Idol. Notably, he shared the stage with the late Chuck Brown, the Godfather of Go-Go music, during the final year of Brown's life.In this episode, we uncover: The profound impact of music, a universal language that transcends borders and resonates with people from diverse cultures worldwide. Discover how music becomes a powerful tool for connection and appreciation across different parts of the world. An insightful discussion on how artists utilize their creative platforms to incorporate political messaging into their music, enabling them to address and reflect on the pressing issues of their time with boldness and authenticity. Delve into the essential aspect of an artist's life – the art of balancing office work and creative endeavors. Gain valuable insights on how maintaining this equilibrium fuels passion and creativity, ensuring a thriving artistic journey. Experience the transformative and fulfilling process of artistic pursuits in this engaging episode. Delve into the joys and challenges artists encounter along their creative paths, highlighting how every step taken towards their goals is as rewarding as the final outcome. An inspiring discussion on the core virtues of dedication and perseverance in an artist's life. Explore how these qualities play a pivotal role in overcoming obstacles and propelling artists toward achieving their dreams and aspirations. Join us for an engaging episode as Elijah shares his inspiring musical journey from a young age in a musical household to attending Howard University and immersing himself in the jazz scene of Washington, DC. Drawing inspiration from emotions and societal issues, Elijah's compositions feature powerful messages through speech samples from politicians like the late Elijah Cummings. Despite challenges, he believes in the importance of an artist's duty to speak to the times they are living in. Elijah's advice to aspiring artists is to stay dedicated to their craft, embrace the journey, and persist in their artistic pursuits, even during difficult times like the COVID-19 pandemic.🎧🌟 Don't forget to rate and review this episode to support the best in podcasting! 🌟🎧 The Truth In This Art, hosted by Rob Lee, explores contemporary art and cultural preservation through candid conversations with artists, curators, and cultural leaders about their work, creative processes and the thinking that goes into their creativity. Rob also occasionally interviews creatives in other industries such as acting, music, and journalism. The Truth In This Art is a podcast for artists, art lovers and listeners interested in the creative process.To support the The Truth In This Art: Buy Me Ko-fiUse the hashtag #thetruthinthisartFollow The Truth in This Art on InstagramLeave a review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.THE TRUTH IN THIS ART IS SUPPORTED IN PART BYThe Gutierrez Memorial FundThe Robert W. Deutsch Foundation  ★ Support this podcast ★ 

Welcome to "The Truth in This Art." I'm your host, Rob Lee, and I’m thrilled to introduce our next guest: Elijah Jamal Balbed: A Globetrotting Saxophonist and Versatile Musician from Washington, DC. An esteemed alumnus of Howard University's Jazz program, Elijah has earned numerous accolades, including Artist of the Year, Best Tenor Saxophonist, and Best New Jazz Musician by the Washington City Paper. He has graced stages across the world, from the Middle East to Russia, Japan, Jamaica, South America, the U.K., and various states in North America. Elijah's musical journey has seen him collaborate with a diverse range of artists, from jazz legends like Bennie Maupin to contemporary stars like Lalah Hathaway and Fantasia from American Idol. Notably, he shared the stage with the late Chuck Brown, the Godfather of Go-Go music, during the final year of Brown's life.In this episode, we uncover:<ul> <li>The profound impact of music, a universal language that transcends borders and resonates with people from diverse cultures worldwide. Discover how music becomes a powerful tool for connection and appreciation across different parts of the world.</li> <li>An insightful discussion on how artists utilize their creative platforms to incorporate political messaging into their music, enabling them to address and reflect on the pressing issues of their time with boldness and authenticity.</li> <li>Delve into the essential aspect of an artist's life – the art of balancing office work and creative endeavors. Gain valuable insights on how maintaining this equilibrium fuels passion and creativity, ensuring a thriving artistic journey.</li> <li>Experience the transformative and fulfilling process of artistic pursuits in this engaging episode. Delve into the joys and challenges artists encounter along their creative paths, highlighting how every step taken towards their goals is as rewarding as the final outcome.</li> <li>An inspiring discussion on the core virtues of dedication and perseverance in an artist's life. Explore how these qualities play a pivotal role in overcoming obstacles and propelling artists toward achieving their dreams and aspirations.</li> </ul> Join us for an engaging episode as Elijah shares his inspiring musical journey from a young age in a musical household to attending Howard University and immersing himself in the jazz scene of Washington, DC. Drawing inspiration from emotions and societal issues, Elijah's compositions feature powerful messages through speech samples from politicians like the late Elijah Cummings. Despite challenges, he believes in the importance of an artist's duty to speak to the times they are living in. Elijah's advice to aspiring artists is to stay dedicated to their craft, embrace the journey, and persist in their artistic pursuits, even during difficult times like the COVID-19 pandemic. 🎧🌟 Don't forget to rate and review this episode to support the best in podcasting! 🌟🎧 The Truth In This Art, hosted by Rob Lee, explores contemporary art and cultural preservation through candid conversations with artists, curators, and cultural leaders about their work, creative processes and the thinking that goes into their creativity. Rob also occasionally interviews creatives in other industries such as acting, music, and journalism. The Truth In This Art is a podcast for artists, art lovers and listeners interested in the creative process. To support the The Truth In This Art: Buy Me <a href="https://ko-fi.com/D1D81J7MZ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ko-fi</a> Use the hashtag #thetruthinthisart Follow <a href="https://www.instagram.com/truthinthisart/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Truth in This Art</a> on Instagram Leave a review on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-truth-in-this-art-an-arts-culture-podcast/id1497950772" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a>, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.THE TRUTH IN THIS ART IS SUPPORTED IN PART BY <a href="https://gutierrezmemorialfund.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Gutierrez Memorial Fund </a> <a href="https://www.rwdfoundation.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Robert W. Deutsch Foundation </a> <a href="https://ko-fi.com/D1D81J7MZ" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">★ Support this podcast ★</a>

Exploring the World of Music with Elijah Jamal Balbed: From Globetrotting Saxophonist to Inspiring Musical Journey

The Beat &amp; Path crew is joined by multi instrumentalist Elijah Jamal Balbed. After reminiscing over their favorite Peruvian chicken joints the crew dives deep into the history of GoGo music. Diabolical Des joins the show and we play a game of Either/Or with our guest (in which DJ Amen Ra refuses to take sides when it comes to Nas Vs. Jay-Z). And what is Mumbo Sauce… Really…? Elijah brings the heat with a impromptu jazz solo. Learn more about “The JoGo Project” @ http://www.thejogoproject.com Follow Elijah on Instagram @ejbjazz Tracklist 1. Stephanie Mills – Watcha gonna do with my lovin 2. Donald Byrd- Change 3. Tek.Lun – YouNivErsity 4. Ordinary Yngstr – Ridin Slow 5. Consequence – Whatever You Want 6. Donald Byrd – Think Twice 7. Isaac Hayes – Shaft in Africa 8. Fela Kuti – Shakara 9. Fela Kuti – O.D.O.O 10. Paul Johnson – Get Get Down 11. Ruff Ryder – Down Bottom Jammy (Rowshay Edit) 12. Bruno Mars X Dismantle – That’s What i Like x Sex Machine (Nick Bike Blend) 13. Outkast – Prototype (StaRo Bossa Edit) 14. Swindle- Copacabana 15. Bert Kaempfert Bert’s bossa nova 16. Jay z – I know 17. Sylvia Striplin- You can’t turn me away 18. The Charmels – As long as i’ve got you 19. Aretha Franklin – One Step ahead 20. Mos Def – Ms Fat Booty (Amen ra Acapella BLend) 21. The Impressions – Man OH Man 22. Isaac Hayes – Break Through 23. Claudia Barry – Love For The Sake Of Love 24. Labi Siffre – I Got The 25. Yung Bae – I know 26. J Dilla – Stop 27. Abstract Orchestra – Stop 28. Abstract Orchestra – Dilla Mix 1 29. Abstract Orchestra DIlla Mix 2 30. Northeast Groovers – Booty Call (w/ Elijah Jamal Balbed)

The Beat &amp; Path crew is joined by multi instrumentalist Elijah Jamal Balbed. After reminiscing over their favorite Peruvian chicken joints the crew dives deep into the history of GoGo music. Diabolical Des joins the show and we play a game of Either/Or with our guest (in which DJ Amen Ra refuses to take sides when it comes to Nas Vs. Jay-Z). And what is Mumbo Sauce… Really…? Elijah brings the heat with a impromptu jazz solo. Learn more about “The JoGo Project” @ <a href="http://www.thejogoproject.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.thejogoproject.com</a> Follow Elijah on <a href="http://instagram.com/ejbjazz" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> @ejbjazz Tracklist 1. Stephanie Mills – Watcha gonna do with my lovin 2. Donald Byrd- Change 3. Tek.Lun – YouNivErsity 4. Ordinary Yngstr – Ridin Slow 5. Consequence – Whatever You Want 6. Donald Byrd – Think Twice 7. Isaac Hayes – Shaft in Africa 8. Fela Kuti – Shakara 9. Fela Kuti – O.D.O.O 10. Paul Johnson – Get Get Down 11. Ruff Ryder – Down Bottom Jammy (Rowshay Edit) 12. Bruno Mars X Dismantle – That’s What i Like x Sex Machine (Nick Bike Blend) 13. Outkast – Prototype (StaRo Bossa Edit) 14. Swindle- Copacabana 15. Bert Kaempfert Bert’s bossa nova 16. Jay z – I know 17. Sylvia Striplin- You can’t turn me away 18. The Charmels – As long as i’ve got you 19. Aretha Franklin – One Step ahead 20. Mos Def – Ms Fat Booty (Amen ra Acapella BLend) 21. The Impressions – Man OH Man 22. Isaac Hayes – Break Through 23. Claudia Barry – Love For The Sake Of Love 24. Labi Siffre – I Got The 25. Yung Bae – I know 26. J Dilla – Stop 27. Abstract Orchestra – Stop 28. Abstract Orchestra – Dilla Mix 1 29. Abstract Orchestra DIlla Mix 2 30. Northeast Groovers – Booty Call (w/ Elijah Jamal Balbed)