THE CREATIVE’S CROWN
The Creatives Crown is a conversation series spotlighting the artists, innovators, and cultural leaders shaping the creative landscape in Charlotte and beyond. Each episode dives into the mindset, journey, and real-life experiences behind the people building the scene from the ground up.
SEASON 1
EP 1: DJ F.L.L.S
For Episode 1, we’re proud to kick off the series with Carolina DJ FLLS. This dude is a staple in the music scene throughout Charlotte and the surrounding region. Known for his deep roots in hip hop culture and his presence behind the turntables at parties, events, and showcases across the city, FLLS represents a generation of DJs helping keep the culture alive while pushing it forward.
HOSTED BY: Phaze Gawd
FILMED BY: Nick Williamson & Evan Chambers
EDITED BY: Nick Williamson
EP 2: SARA COLEE
For this episode, we sit down with Sarah Colèe an artist advocate, and driving force behind platforms like The Riff Report, FairPlay, and the NC Music Census. Sarah has been actively working behind the scenes to create structure, opportunity, and equity for independent artists navigating today’s music industry.
HOSTED BY: Phaze Gawd
FILMED BY: Nick Williamson & Evan Chambers
EDITED BY: Nick Williamson
EP 3: TE'JANI
In Episode 3 of The Creative’s Crown, we sit down with Waxhaw based singer-songwriter Te’Jani for a conversation centered on movement, growth, and finding their voice. From living in different cities across the U.S. to discovering where he feels most at home, Te’Jani shares how each chapter of his life has influenced his sound and artistic identity.
HOSTED BY: Phaze Gawd
FILMED BY: Nick Williamson & Evan Chambers
EDITED BY: Nick Williamson & Phaze Gawd
EP 4: Marcus Kiser
A Charlotte native with roots in the early foundations of Black art in the city, Marcus Kiser is a veteran graphic designer, illustrator, and multimedia artist who has carved out space in both nationally and internationally ; building a legacy through design, storytelling, and Hip Hop culture
HOSTED BY: Phaze Gawd
FILMED BY: Nick Williamson & Evan Chambers
EDITED BY: Nick Williamson & Phaze Gawd
EP 5: Dia de’Angelo
In this episode, we sit down with Carolina poet, theologian, and Doomsday Collective founder Dia de’Angelo for a conversation centered around purpose, spirituality, philosophy, and the role of art in understanding both ourselves and the world around us.
HOSTED BY: Phaze Gawd
FILMED BY: Nick Williamson & Evan Chambers
EDITED BY: Nick Williamson & Phaze Gawd
EP 6: Bunny Gregory
In this episode, we sit down with Charlotte native Bunny Gregory; an artist, community creative, and former facilitator of The Underground, a multimedia venue dedicated to creating opportunities for young and emerging local talent.
HOSTED BY: Phaze Gawd
FILMED BY: Nick Williamson & Evan Chambers
EDITED BY: Nick Williamson
EP 7: Ron Styles
Ron shares his journey from his early days playing brass instruments at North Carolina Central University to eventually discovering his passion for music production and beat making. We dive into how those early musical foundations shaped his ear and creative process, eventually leading him deeper into DJ culture and the world of production.
HOSTED BY: Phaze Gawd
FILMED BY: Nick Williamson & Evan Chambers
EDITED BY: Phaze Gawd & Nick Williamson
EP 8: friday jones
Welcome to Episode 8 of The Creatives Crown, In this episode, we sit down with friday jones ; an artist, event planner, and owner of Friday’s Dopehouse, an immersive creative event space located inside the VAPA Center dedicated to intimate performances, elevated experiences, and community-centered artistic expression.
HOSTED BY: Phaze Gawd
FILMED BY: Nick Williamson & Evan Chambers
EDITED BY: Nick Williamson
EP 9: Joe Sig & Risu
In this episode, we sit down with Charlotte Native Hip Hop artists Joe Sig and his son Risu for a conversation exploring music, legacy, and the connection between two generations of artists building within the same creative scene.
HOSTED BY: Phaze Gawd
FILMED BY: Nick Williamson & Evan Chambers
EDITED BY: Phaze Gawd & Nick Williamson
EP 10: Lindsay Medler
In this episode, we sit down with Charlotte based visual muralist Lindsay Medler and speak on their creative entry in the charlotte art scene , their love for mural work and exploring the creative community, and the importance of creating opportunities for artists to be experienced.
HOSTED BY: Phaze Gawd
FILMED BY: Nick Williamson & Evan Chambers
EDITED BY: Nick Williamson
EP 11: Ryan Pitkin
In this episode, we sit down with Ryan Pitkin, editor-in-chief of Charlotte based alternative Newpaper “Queen City Nerve” for a conversation exploring journalism, storytelling, and the importance of documenting the communities and cultures that shape Charlotte.
HOSTED BY: Phaze Gawd
FILMED BY: Nick Williamson & Evan Chambers
EDITED BY: Phaze Gawd & Nick Williamson
EP 12: Matt Olin
In this episode, we sit down with Matt Olin, co-founder of Charlotte Is Creative and host of CreativeMornings Charlotte, for a conversation exploring creativity, community, and creating opportunities for artists to succeed.
HOSTED BY: Phaze Gawd
FILMED BY: Nick Williamson & Evan Chambers
EDITED BY: Nick Williamson