March Forth with Mike Bauman

Episode 45: UA The Duo

On this episode of March Forth with Mike Bauman, Mike chats with UA The Duo!
Originally from Southern California, the Utah-based UA The Duo is a hip hop tandem of brothers Wallace and Slow-Mo. Together since 2014, UA The Duo have lived up to the ambition in their name (UA is short for "Underground Ambitionz") with their releases over the years.
From collaborations with the likes of Crunchy Black, Skippa Da Flippa, songwriter SPEAKZ and XXL Freshman Jarren Benton, to their 2020 album Bud Brothaz, to numerous singles and music videos, UA The Duo has put in the work over the past seven years as an underground force to be reckoned with. The pair has shown no signs of slowing down in 2021, either. In September 2021 alone, UA The Duo dropped four new singles with four new music videos.
In this episode of the podcast, Wally and Slow-Mo of UA The Duo talk to Mike about their musical lineage, how they got into rap, the wide variety of their influences, Wally's inspiring trip to Mexico City, their trip to Chicago to collaborate with the aforementioned Crunchy Black on "Kodak," and more.
This episode of March Forth with Mike Bauman also features UA The Duo's latest single "Rollin Loud!" Watch the official music video for "Rollin Loud" here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jaeg37L1hj0.
Follow UA The Duo on Instagram @uatheduo, on Twitter @UATheDuo, and on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/UAtheduo/. Follow Wally and Slow-Mo's individual Instagram pages @wally_ua and @slowmo_ua. To stay up-to-date on UA The Duo, visit https://linktr.ee/uatheduo.
Follow Mike on Instagram @marchforthpod, and on Twitter @mikevbauman. To stay up-to-date on the podcast and learn more about Mike, visit https://linktr.ee/marchforthpod.
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Episode 44: RA The Artist

On this episode of March Forth with Mike Bauman, Mike chats with RA The Artist!
A native of Jackson, Mississippi, RA The Artist is an LA-based rapper, actor and producer. A former athlete and U.S. Army Veteran, RA The Artist's music career started back in 2008, but it was difficult for him to create while being active duty in the Army.
This year, RA The Artist has been on his grind musically, having released three singles since February. Each song has a different vibe which showcases his versatility behind the mic, the latest of which is "Show Me" with Mr. Fully.
In this conversation, RA The Artist speaks with Mike about what it was like growing up in Jackson, his days as an athlete and his decision to join the Army, not giving up, collaborating with his wife and fellow artist Goddess KJO, and more.
Follow RA The Artist on Instagram @rta_601, on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/RTA601/, and on Twitter at https://twitter.com/ratheartist1. Follow Goddess KJO on Instagram @iamgoddesskjo, on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/iamgoddesskjo/, and on Twitter @iamgoddesskjo. 
This episode of March Forth with Mike Bauman also features RA The Artist and Goddess KJO's latest single "Applying Pressure." Stay tuned to their socials for official release details!
You can follow Mike on Instagram @marchforthpod, and on Twitter @mikevbauman. To stay up-to-date on the podcast and learn more about Mike, visit https://linktr.ee/marchforthpod.
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Episode 43: King Shampz

On this episode of March Forth with Mike Bauman, Mike chats with King Shampz!
Hailing from West Philadelphia, King Shampz is a hip hop artist and CEO of Dead Wrong Records, a label which he started with his brother and producer Azzan. In December 2020, they dropped the LP Dawn of the Dead on the Dead Wrong Records imprint, which also features DJ Wreck 1, Frio, Rxdiio Rxh, Def Soulja, Pretty Bulli and Blak.
In this episode, King Shampz talks with Mike about growing up in a musically diverse household, Philadelphia's rich hip hop history, the West Philly environment and how it shaped him, learning from his mistakes and turning his life around, Dead Wrong Records, and more.
Follow King Shampz on Instagram @king_shampz. To check out more music from Dead Wrong Records, visit https://soundcloud.com/dead-wrong-records.
You can follow Mike on Instagram @marchforthpod, and on Twitter @mikevbauman. To stay up-to-date on the podcast and learn more about Mike, visit https://linktr.ee/marchforthpod.
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Episode 42: Tyler Small of Saving Vice

On this episode of March Forth with Mike Bauman, Mike chats with Tyler Small, co-vocalist of Saving Vice!
Rounded out by Chase Papariello (co-vocals), Robbie Litchfield (guitar), Kenjamin Smiertelny (bass) and Sam Whelton (drums), Saving Vice is a metalcore band from Vermont that started in 2017. Over the years, they've played festivals like Warped Tour, the iMatter Festival and Heavy Fest.
Last year, Saving Vice followed up their 2018 EP Colder Than Dark with their debut LP Hello There. In July, they dropped their latest single "Phantom Pain," which is closing in on 70,000 Spotify streams less than two months after its release. Additionally, the accompanying music video for "Phantom Pain" has amassed nearly 254,000 YouTube views.
In this conversation, Tyler speaks with Mike about the success of "Phantom Pain," the intricacies and references in Saving Vice's songs, battling through the pandemic, dealing with anxiety, music as an outlet, and more.
This episode of March Forth with Mike Bauman also features the aforementioned "Phantom Pain" from Saving Vice, available where you get your music!
Follow Saving Vice and Tyler on Instagram @savingvice and @tylergetintherobot. Check out Tyler's creative work with Reunion apparel @myreunionapparel. To stay up-to-date with Saving Vice and check out their upcoming live shows with Dropout Kings on the "Glitch In The System" tour, visit https://www.savingvice.com/.
Big thanks to Audrey Caron at Breakout PR!
You can follow Mike on Instagram @marchforthpod, and on Twitter @mikevbauman. To stay up-to-date on the podcast and learn more about Mike, visit https://linktr.ee/marchforthpod.
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Episode 41: Krosst Out

On this episode of March Forth with Mike Bauman, Mike chats with Krosst Out!
Based in Montreal, Canada, Krosst Out is an alternative hip hop artist who blends elements from genres like rock, punk, and pop into his sound. From the introspective, mental health-focused nature of "Fix Myself," to the more in-your-face vibe of his latest single "Television," Krosst Out wears his heart on his sleeve and is honest and vulnerable in his lyrics.
On this episode of the podcast, Krosst Out talks with Mike about his earliest musical memories, what life was like growing up in a Christian household in a small town, getting into music, spirituality, surviving a car crash with Melotika, and more.
This episode of March Forth with Mike Bauman also features the aforementioned "Television" from Krosst Out (featuring Xstitch and IM'PERETIV), available where you get your music!
Follow Krosst Out on Instagram @krosstoutmusic. To stay up-to-date with the latest on Krosst Out, visit http://www.krosstoutmusic.com/.
You can follow Mike on Instagram @marchforthpod, and on Twitter @mikevbauman. To stay up to date on the podcast, visit https://linktr.ee/marchforthpod.
Thanks for listening! If ya dug the show, like it, share it, tell a friend, subscribe, and above all, keep the faith and be kind to one another.

Episode 40: Graymind

On the 40th episode of March Forth with Mike Bauman, Mike chats with Graymind!
Based in Arizona, Graymind is a diverse musician whose sound can best be described as cinematic alternative hip-hop. Blending instruments such as guitar and piano into the beats of his music, Graymind has released four singles since November, 2020. The latest of those singles is July's "Drift," which tackles the feeling of losing the connection with somebody close to you as they become consumed by the pull of social media.
In this episode of the podcast, Graymind talks with Mike about his early love of music, including learning to play the piano and guitar, his affinity for movie soundtracks and Metallica, getting into the alternative hip hop scene, finding his voice, persevering through serious health issues to get where he is today, and more.
This episode of March Forth with Mike Bauman also features the aforementioned single "Drift" from Graymind, available where you get your music!
Follow Graymind on Instagram @graymind.us. To stay up-to-date with the latest from Graymind, visit https://linktr.ee/graymind.us.
You can follow Mike on Instagram @marchforthpod, and on Twitter @mikevbauman. To stay up to date on the podcast, visit https://linktr.ee/marchforthpod.
Thanks for listening! If ya dug the show, like it, share it, tell a friend, subscribe, and above all, keep the faith and be kind to one another.

Episode 39: Early Bird

On this episode of March Forth with Mike Bauman, Mike chats with Early Bird!
Based out of Buffalo, New York, Early Bird is a rapper who's releasing his debut EP entitled I Am on Friday, August 20th. Since 2019, he's released 10 singles on Spotify and multiple music videos, with songs ranging from the more emotional nature of "Wide Eyes," to the locked-in flow of "Pop (Bands)," to the guitar-driven, alternative vibe on his latest single "Lungs."
In this episode, Early Bird talks with Mike about making the transition from metal to rap, writing metal lyrics vs. rap lyrics, his influences, Buffalo's music scene, and more.
This episode of March Forth also features the aforementioned "Lungs" off Early Bird's debut EP I Am, available this Friday, August 20th where you get your music! On Saturday, August 21st, he'll be performing his EP release show for I Am at Gypsy Parlor in Buffalo. For more information, visit https://stepoutbuffalo.com/event/early-bird-i-am-ep-release-show/.
Follow Early Bird on Twitter @EarlyBirdRaps, and on Instagram @earlybirdofficial_. To stay up-to-date on Early Bird's music and shows, visit https://linktr.ee/EarlyBirdOfficial.
You can follow Mike on Instagram @marchforthpod, and on Twitter @mikevbauman. To stay up to date on the podcast, visit https://linktr.ee/marchforthpod.
Thanks for listening! If ya dug the show, like it, share it, tell a friend, subscribe, and above all, keep the faith and be kind to one another.

Episode 38: The Free Boyz

On this episode of March Forth with Mike Bauman, Mike chats with The Free Boyz!
Based out of Phoenix, Arizona, The Free Boyz is a music group comprised of Kirsin (aka Young Lennon), Brix and Spitcasso (aka MrSuperNin10do). With roots in hip hop, The Free Boyz have a diverse sound which ranges from the indie pop rock nature of "Bother Me," to the dance vibes of "Last Night," to their latest single "MOCEAN," a summer jam with a catchy chorus featuring Devonte Black.
In this episode, The Free Boyz chat with Mike about their genesis as a group, what got them into music, not allowing outside influences to put their sound in a box, persevering through difficult times, and more.
Follow The Free Boyz on Instagram @thefreeboyz, on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/TheFreeBoyz, and on Twitter @thefreeboyz_. To listen to their latest single "MOCEAN" featuring Devonte Black, visit https://fanlink.to/MOCEAN. To listen to Spitcasso's latest single "Really," visit https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/mrsupernin10do/really.
You can follow Mike on Instagram @marchforthpod, and on Twitter @mikevbauman. To stay up to date on the podcast, visit https://linktr.ee/marchforthpod.
Thanks for listening! If ya dug the show, like it, share it, tell a friend, subscribe, and above all, keep the faith and be kind to one another.

Episode 37: Randy Reno

On this episode of March Forth with Mike Bauman, Mike chats with Randy Reno!
A wrestler based out of Georgia, Randy Reno originally hails from the Reno/Las Vegas, Nevada area. After starting out as a referee in Face 2 Face Wrestling, Randy trained and eventually got the opportunity to wrestle. He went on to become the CWFG Passion of Wrestling Champion and the longest holder of the World Heavyweight Title in Face 2 Face Wrestling history, in addition to other titles across Georgia and the South.
In this episode of March Forth with Mike Bauman, Randy talks with Mike about his journey to becoming the wrestler he is today (as Randy puts it: "The Best of Your Generation"), including those early days with Teddy Long and Face 2 Face Wrestling, the lawsuit that transpired, his transition to a wrestler and a champion, embracing the hate from fans, his feature film roles, and more.
Follow Randy Reno on Instagram @therandyreno and on Twitter @therandyreno. To stay up-to-date on all things Randy Reno, visit https://randyreno.com/. 
You can also check out Rand Reno's acting chops in Rex Park: Curse of the Golden Buddha, now available on Amazon Prime!
You can follow Mike on Instagram @marchforthpod, and on Twitter @mikevbauman. To stay up to date on the podcast, visit https://linktr.ee/marchforthpod.
Thanks for listening! If ya dug the show, like it, share it, tell a friend, subscribe, and above all, keep the faith and be kind to one another.

Episode 36: Kellen McGregor

On this episode of March Forth with Mike Bauman, Mike chats with Kellen McGregor of Memphis May Fire!
Comprised of McGregor (guitar), Matty Mullins (vocals), Cory Elder (bass) and Jake Garland (drums), Memphis May Fire has been a metalcore mainstay since 2007. Having released six full-length albums since 2009 - the latest being 2018's Broken - the band dropped their first single of 2021 on June 4th. Entitled "Blood & Water," that single has already amassed more than 2.2 million streams on Spotify.
On this episode of the podcast, Kellen talks with Mike about starting out on the drums when he was young, the success of "Blood & Water," persevering as a songwriter and producer, not letting giving up become part of his mindset, new Memphis May Fire music, and more.
Follow Kellen on Instagram @mmfkellen. To stay up-to-date on Memphis May Fire, follow the band on Instagram @memphismayfire and visit https://memphismayfire.com/. The band's latest single "Death Inside" is available now where you get your music!
You can follow Mike on Instagram @marchforthpod, and on Twitter @mikevbauman. To stay up-to-date on the podcast, visit https://linktr.ee/marchforthpod.
Thanks for listening! If ya dug the show, like it, share it, tell a friend, subscribe, and above all, keep the faith and be kind to one another.