The Artist Politic is a talk show focused on the thoughts and wisdom of creative folks.
Starting with exploring the creative process of each guest, we quickly work into discussing what is going on in the world. We explore topics of the day that are important to all of us: Racial Equality, Gay Rights, Gun Control, Mental Health, Politics, Climate Change, Immigration, Feminism, etc.
And, most importantly, we explore where these topics and artistry intersect.
Episodes
Episode 1 | Gabriel Teodros
Gabriel Teodros is a prolific hip hop artist and storyteller known for taking on social, political and personal topics in his work.
We talk about the line between artist and activist, The importance of community, and the rituals of healing.
Episode 2 | Chong the Nomad
Chong the Nomad is a young EDM producer, performer and songwriter.
We talk about Election night 2016, what it’s like to fall in love, and where her music fits within the political landscape.
Episode 3 | Sax G
Sax G is a producer, emcee and visual artist.
We discuss whether politics is pointless, his connection to the south, and if Lebron is the GOAT.
Episode 4 | Jessica Dobson
Jessica Dobson is the leader of, indie-rock group, Deep Sea Diver.
We talk about how touring with Beck and The Shins changed her perspective on her career, her work with Seattle's unhoused community, and the ways her faith informs her creative work..
Episode 5 | Aham Oluo Part 1
Aham Oluo is a Musician, composer, comedian, and storyteller.
We talk about his varied creative disciplines, whether or not we should be listening to Michael Jackson, and what it's like to be black in America and white in Nigeria.
Episode 6 | Aham Oluo Part 2
Aham Oluo is a Musician, composer, comedian, and storyteller.
We talk about his varied creative disciplines, whether or not we should be listening to Michael Jackson, and what it's like to be black in America and white in Nigeria.
Episode 7 | Left At London
Left At London is a social media creator and musician.
We talk about helping others through love songs, the intersection of social media and music, and embracing her position as role model.
Episode 8 | Perry Porter
Perry Porter is a Visual Artist and Emcee.
We talk about the role strong women play in his work, mental health, and finding his place in the art world.
Episode 9 | Julian Priester
Julian Priester is a jazz legend, having worked with a who’s who of history’s best musicians.
He tells us some great stories. And shares his positive outlook on life and music.
Episode 10 | Sera Cahoone
Sera Cahoone is a songwriter and performer.
We talk about her concern for the LGBTQ community, how to write a song about tragedy and Tracy Chapman at Red Rocks.
Episode 11 | Jonathan Poneman
Jonathan Poneman is the Co-founder of Sub Pop Records.
We talk about his role in shaping Seattle's music industry, living with Parkinson's disease, and how music can still change the world.
CREATED, PRODUCED, AND DIRECTED BY
Charlie Smith
Host
Charlie Smith is a composer, producer and instrumentalist from Seattle. After cutting his teeth in the jazz scene he started working in the pop music world as an arranger. Before long he joined indie-rockers, Throw Me The Statue, as a sideman. After a few years on the road he began focusing more on spending time in the studio as a producer. He was awarded Seattle Weekly’s Best Producer for his work with Pillar Point, Kairos, Katie Kate and Pollens. All the while, creating music for radio and TV ads.
Now, as the host of The Artist Politic, he is focusing his creative efforts on giving artists a platform to talk about their thoughts on the social/political issues facing our community.
TheRealCharlieSmith.com
Matt Watson
Editor
Matt "Spek" Watson is a Seattle-based producer, video editor, and Emmy-nominated composer. He is best known for his videos tackling local political issues, his Marshawn Lynch remixes, and his satirical website, Bitter Barista. His new album, the followup to the critically acclaimed Crossover Event , will be released June 21st. Spekulation spends his days raising two daughters and finding time in between to make stuff on the internet.
SpekulationMusic.com
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