In this episode, you have the opportunity to meet John Maurice Muldoon. John is a multidisciplinary artist. John has taken his art to a new level within the past few years. He has worked on projects for Doce Taqueira, The Yard, Yuzu Kitchen, Johhny Good, and of course Red Fish Bowl. That's just to name a few. John uses a unique array of colors and continues to push his creative liberties. Where can you keep up with John Maurice Muldoon? IG: @Johnmauricemuldoon Facebook: John Maurice Muldoon Host...
Apr 19, 2020•32 min•Season 1Ep. 30
In this episode, you have the opportunity to meet Pat Bruener, Pat was born and raised in Pittsburgh, Pa and still lives here to this day. In 2015 he graduated from the University of Pittsburgh with a bachelor's degree in urban planning. He's worked as a bike courier, in restaurants, in a Community Development Center, in a print shop, as a freelance photographer, and most recently in the autonomous vehicle industry. Photography has always been his life and blood. Street photography and concerts ...
Apr 06, 2020•1 hr 8 min•Season 1Ep. 28
In this episode, you have the opportunity to meet Andrew Chris. Andrew Chris is a musician, entrepreneur, & general good friend to have. Starting his creative journey on the guitar at age 9, he has always passionately pursued the things that interest him… and a lot interests him. 15 years later, Andrew has released 12 albums and played in over 20 live bands. He’s filled up 5 hard drives and decimated about 300 drum sticks. Following his passion for being a catalyst for anyone interested in m...
Mar 28, 2020•1 hr 11 min•Season 1Ep. 27
In this episode, you have the opportunity to meet Benton Palermo. A videographer, photographer, and graphic designer from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Benton has cultivated a great platform for artist to share their talent and the spotlight. This is called Studio friendship sessions. Benton and Zachary Rutter will tell you, "It's like tiny desk meets Bob Ross." On top of that Benton films music videos, interviews, recaps, and weddings. You could have him at your wedding to capture all the special m...
Mar 24, 2020•46 min•Season 1Ep. 26
In this episode, you have the opportunity to meet Jesse Woods. During this episode we have a thoughtful discussion about our world and how one may approach it. You can expect us to hear about controlled chaos, how to approach your insecurities, and why listening is crucial in relationships. Jesse Woods is an artist and designer from Pittsburgh, Pa. His current focus within creativity revolves around wearable art. Giving the ability to wear an aesthetic and/ or have a mere glimpse into someone’s ...
Mar 21, 2020•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 25
In this episode, you have the opportunity to Slikar Noći. Slikar Noći is a Pittsburgh based artist, muralist, small business owner (My City Sesh), and cannabis activist, among many other things. He wishes to spread good vibes and joy throughout your communities by splashing color on walls. Where can you keep up with Slikar Noći? You can see some of his work on his IG page @slikarnoci or check out My City Sesh at @mycitysesh or www.mycitysesh.com If you're interested in reaching out for mural wor...
Mar 13, 2020•53 min•Season 1Ep. 24
In this episode, you have the opportunity to meet Sean Coffey. Sean owns and operates The Coffey Shop, which is a full-time creative studio in the Edgewood area of Pittsburgh ( www.coffey-shop.com ). Sean grew up in Chambersburg, PA and moved to Pittsburgh at the age of 18. He integrates his traditional art background with contemporary techniques, pulling from his rural and urban life experiences. With the use of a variety of mediums and unique styles, Sean’s work blurs the borders between reali...
Mar 01, 2020•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 23
In this episode, you have the opportunity to meet Rainclashh. Here is a brief introduction directly from Rainsclashh "My name is Anaeja and I have been creating art since I was a little girl. Art has always intrigued me since a young age because it gave me so much room and freedom to create what I wanted. Through OOTW creations, I am able to take my paint that I normally use on canvas, and transfer them over to clothing people can wear, and feel good in." Where can you keep up w/ Rainclashh? IG:...
Feb 20, 2020•33 min•Season 1Ep. 22
In this episode, you have the opportunity to meet Benji. Benji. is a rapper singer producer and musician from Pittsburgh, Pa. Featured on NPR’s 2019 Artist to Watch list, Benji. has since become a household name in his hometown, and recently landed an opening slot on the first leg of Earthgang’s Welcome to Mirrorland tour. His debut album is set to be released in 2020. Where can you keep up with Benji. ? IG: @avatarbenji Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClBizvVhT1iTv85dr-L2xXg Spotify: ...
Feb 15, 2020•42 min•Season 1Ep. 21
In this episode, you have the opportunity to meet Pick Patek. Pick is a rapper, singer, producer, and engineer. With his following growing, Patek works hard every day producing, writing and recording music for his next release. When he isn’t creating, he is either working at his internship or in-class studying at the University of Pittsburgh. He also enjoys rock climbing. Pick started making music in 5th grade, but it wasn’t until he started collaborating with fellow rapper NxG in 2016 that he b...
Jan 17, 2020•41 min•Season 1Ep. 20
In this episode, you have the opportunity to meet Kole. Born in the small city of Morgantown, WV, Kole grew up with his father from Clay County, WV, and a mother from Brooklyn, NY. With a mom that grew up singing jazz and R&B and a father that grew up in the country and had a heavy rock influence, Kole’s diversity in sound and influence was inevitable. Listen in to this episode to hear how a fellow creative confronted a life-changing move, his insight into the Pittsburgh music industry and h...
Jan 15, 2020•58 min•Season 1Ep. 19
In this episode, you will have the opportunity to meet Mark Sotomayer. Mark is a young entrepreneur who created his own business Treecup. Mark has strived to make a healthy tea that also tastes good. I'd say he did just that with Treecup. Treecup has eight uniue flavors of organic teas. Throughout this episode, you can hear Mark talk about the beginning of Treecup, how he overcame a potential lawsuit, what it is like to have a business in college, and his own beverage preference. Also, every tim...
Dec 09, 2019•39 min•Season 1Ep. 18
In this episode, you have the opportunity to meet Zachary Rutter. A 24-year-old artist from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and general of the Spread Love Army. As a child, he began drawing by copying the covers of his favorite comic book issues. His current body of work is heavily influenced by the comic book artist Jack Kirby, as well as notable Pop Artist, Keith Haring. These artists have helped shape his understanding of the world and inspired him to create daily. He wants each of his paintings to...
Aug 31, 2019•48 min•Season 1Ep. 17
In this episode, you have the opportunity to meet Christian Miller aka Mad Rabbit. He is a Pittsburgh Based illustrator, printmaker, painter, and muralist. His work is vibrant, fun and aims to make the viewer smile. Listen to hear how he talks about life after college, what goes into his craft, and his approach to obstacles we all face. Mad Rabbit IG: @Mad_Rabbit_Lab Don't forget to subscribe, follow us on Instagram @_rawnessofreality, Snapchat @Rawnessreality, and Twitter @rawreality_ Remember,...
Aug 28, 2019•1 hr 12 min•Season 1Ep. 16
In this episode, you have the opportunity to meet Louie Castle and Chris Volpini, of Louie Castle & the Rooks. Louie Castle hails from Pittsburgh, PA. He has played in various venues throughout the city, coffee shops and you might be able to catch him Downtown strumming his guitar on various street corners. Chris Volpini has sworn an oath to protect and serve through the United States Air Force, but his passion finds him slapping the bass. Together, they start the podcast with a special reco...
Jul 27, 2019•35 min•Season 1Ep. 15
In this episode, you have the opportunity to meet Pittsburgh based photographer, Sniperstreets. Streets photography focuses on documenting & visually narrating the everyday moments and events of humanity. He has recently released his first independent, physical publication, a zine, entitled SAY HIS NAME. Containing 53 photographs, the zine documents four protests, over the murder of 17-year-old Antwon Rose II, of Rankin, Pennsylvania. To pre-order SAY HIS NAME use the link below. ALL PROCEED...
Jun 30, 2019•1 hr 14 min•Season 1Ep. 14
In this episode, you have the opportunity to meet Pittsburgh local artist Stew Frick. Stew is a Pittsburgh based artist who works primarily with clothing. They use a combination of hand painting and sewing patchwork to create wearable art. With experience in band merchandise, brand collaborations, and custom pieces, Stew has a multifaceted background & is always looking to expand their artistic horizons. Listen in to hear about their passionate distaste for Coca-Cola and Police Officers, the...
Jun 04, 2019•49 min•Season 1Ep. 13
In this episode, you have the opportunity to meet Pittsburgh local Feralcat. He is an artist, saxophonist, composer, alias and conceptual departure from what you think about when you hear the saxophone. Created as the debut solo project by Pittsburgh-based saxophonist Roger Rafael Romero, the music is equal parts prog rock, jazz fusion and art rock. Feralcat uses sweeping lyrical melodies over heavy guitar-driven rhythms to create a sound that you can both hear and feel deeply. These songs are m...
May 28, 2019•40 min•Season 1Ep. 12
In this episode, you have the opportunity to meet Sierra Sellers. Listen in to see how she transforms from always singing in the church to have a solo career as a neo-soul artist in Pittsburgh, PA. She also talks about her desire to help engage the younger generation and her opportunities to travel while doing what she loves. Sierra Sellers: IG: @sierra_sellers_ Spotify: Sierra Sellers Host: Kevin Stalker / @ kstalker9 / Production Manager: Mike Kampas / @ kampasm Beats: Joe Cal / @ josephj_call...
Apr 22, 2019•44 min•Season 1Ep. 11
Clara Kent: IG: @iamclarakent Spotify: Clara Kent Host: Kevin Stalker / @ kstalker9 / Production Manager: Mike Kampas / @ kampasm Beats: Joe Cal / @ josephj_callahan Don't forget to subscribe, follow us on Instagram @ _rawnessofreality , Snapchat @ Rawnessreality , and Twitter @ rawreality_ Remember, Stay Raw with Reality...
Apr 06, 2019•33 min•Season 1Ep. 10
In this episode, you have the opportunity to meet our Pittsburgh local artist and stand out drummer Ross Antonich. Ross is the lead drummer of the band The Uptown Woods and has a deep understanding of the world around him Ross Antonich: IG: @Ross_antonich Spotify: The Uptown Woods Host: Kevin Stalker / @ kstalker9 / Production Manager: Mike Kampas / @ kampasm Beats: Joe Cal / @ josephj_callahan Don't forget to subscribe, follow us on Instagram @ _rawnessofreality , Snapchat @ Rawnessreality , an...
Apr 03, 2019•55 min•Season 1Ep. 9
In today's episode we have Pet Zebra. His musical ability is second only to his video's well timed sense of humor. Pet Zebra has a genuinely chill take on the way he carries himself. Through it all he know himself and the directions in which he brings his life. You can find all of his music on Spotify and YouTube. If you happen to go to YouTube you won’t be disappointed, his videos are phenomenal. . //// Pet Zebra IG: @hipetzebra Spotify: Pet Zebra Host: Kevin Stalker / @ kstalker9 / Production ...
Mar 30, 2019•11 min•Season 1Ep. 8
In this episode, you have the opportunity to meet our Pittsburgh local artist and icon Jimmy Jo Bucek. Jimmy is the lead singer of the band The Uptown Woods and has released his first album Open for Business. He pushes through the surface level of thinking by continually creating and thinking outside the norms of our westernized society. //// Jimmy Jo Bucek: IG: @jimmyjobucek Spotify: Jimmy Jo Bucek Host: Kevin Stalker / @ kstalker9 / Production Manager: Mike Kampas / @ kampasm Beats: Joe Cal / ...
Mar 27, 2019•31 min•Season 1Ep. 7
In today's episode, we sat down with local Pittsburgh Artist, Sean Watrous. Sean spent his early life living in sunny California. He has been heavily influenced by art throughout his childhood, spending his time sketching out ideas and admiring abstract artists of the time. Please listen as we explore where inspiration comes from, how the past is a lens for our future, and why some memories can be stronger than others. Shawn Watrous: Website: Shawnwatrous.com Visit: Palms at BoxHeart Gallery In ...
Mar 22, 2019•43 min•Season 1Ep. 6
In this episode, you have the opportunity to meet our production manager Mike Kampas. Mike has put in countless hours to make sure our sound and production runs smoothly. We talk about issues extremely personal to ourselves and things we thoroughly enjoy. ///// Host: Kevin Stalker / @ kstalker9 / Production Manager: Mike Kampas / @ kampasm Beats: Joe Cal / @ josephj_callahan Don't forget to subscribe, follow us on Instagram @ _rawnessofreality , Snapchat @ Rawnessreality , and Twitter @ rawreali...
Mar 18, 2019•20 min•Season 1Ep. 5
In this episode, you will have the opportunity to meet Pittsburgh based artist and entertainer PK Delay. PK is an awesome individual who has a unique perspective on the world and how he approaches it. He talks about his unique perspective, how he challenges anxiety, where the best sushi in Pittsburgh is, and the inner question - Why me? Follow PK Delay on all platforms: @Pkdelay Host: Kevin Stalker / @ kstalker9 / Production Manager: Mike Kampas / @ kampasm Beats: Joe Cal / @ josephj_callahan Do...
Mar 15, 2019•24 min•Season 1Ep. 4
In this episode you will have the opportunity to meet Drew Bayura. Drew is such a talented individual and can play nearly ten instruments, on top of his ability to sing. He is the lead producer of The Attic Music Group Pittsburgh and a vocal coach in the city of Pittsburgh. Their Music group strives to uncover talented musicians and entertainers, so if that is you, I'd recommend reaching Drew's line. ///// / Follow Drew Bayura: @drew.bayura / / Follow The Attic Music Group: @theatticpgh / / Host...
Mar 11, 2019•30 min•Season 1Ep. 4
In this episode you will have the opportunity to meet Pittsburgh based Hip-Hop artist LIvefromthecity. Livefromthecity has been perfecting his craft since the age of 19, he continues to collaborate with artist and entertainers from all walks of life. Livefromthecity approaches each day as a learning experience and uses it to work on building himself up. Livefromthecity has put out successful music videos, singles, and has even started his own music festival in Pittsburgh. Where can you find Live...
Mar 08, 2019•19 min•Season 1Ep. 3
In this episode you have the opportunity to meet Raheem Perry a current Duquesne University student pursuing his bachelors in Digital Media Arts, with a minor in Film Studies. Raheem is an up and coming: Director, actor, model, illustrator, and photographer. He plans to continue to utilize his talents on his YouTube channel; Meehar Visions. / Follow Raheem Perry: @imperfect_artist10 / / Host: Kevin Stalker / @kstalker9 / / Production Manager: Mike Kampas / @kampasm / / Beats: Joe Cal / @josephj_...
Mar 05, 2019•13 min•Season 1Ep. 2
/ One minute of an experience could shift someone’s whole reality. Those minutes in my life in which I have been changed forever, give me a sense of the Rawness of Reality. Some examples of the Rawness of Reality are, sweating through a suit jacket, tripping over an untied shoelace, saying “I love you” too soon, looking at the stars, and speaking what is on your mind in the most uncut sense of expression. It is an essential concept in which all of us experience. It is a collection of scenarios t...
Mar 05, 2019•1 min•Season 1Ep. 1
