RecoBands shares his journey from Kansas City to Las Vegas, discussing how he transformed being "lost in Vegas" into a strategic brand combining music, merchandise, and entrepreneurship. He reveals his artistic influences and business approach, explaining how every song carries meaning while building a catalog that serves his broader vision beyond just music.

• Moved from Kansas City to Las Vegas seeking bigger entertainment opportunities
• Interned with Tech N9ne's Strange Music label, gaining valuable industry experience
• Created "Lost in Vegas" brand after feeling disoriented on a Vegas birthday
• Designs merchandise with each letter representing different Las Vegas landmarks
• Musical influences include Jay-Z, Nipsey Hussle, Money Man, Tupac and Biggie
• Approaches music creation as therapy, writing "Letter to My Kids" on a plane
• Balances music career while raising three children, two in Kansas City and one in Vegas
• Planning upcoming performances featuring live bands and new project releases
• Building a substantial catalog before focusing on perfection
• Aims to develop "Lost in Vegas" into an app that guides tourists through the city

Check out Reco Bans on all social media platforms @RecoBands and stream "Love vs Hate" parts 1 and 2, with a new EP dropping soon.

What happens when survival instinct meets destiny? In this raw, unfiltered conversation, we meet (GI), who shares the extraordinary story of hitchhiking across states at just 13 years old to find his hustler father in Las Vegas.

GI's journey begins in Denver, Colorado—his proud hometown—before childhood circumstances land him in Northern California's foster system. Desperate to escape, he embarks on a dangerous solo mission to Vegas, asking strangers where to find pimps until he miraculously reunites with his father at the Flamingo Casino. What's striking isn't just the boldness of this act, but GI's matter-of-fact perspective: "It wasn't bold to me. It was survival."

The conversation weaves through significant life influences—from losing his virginity at 11 to his mother's friend, to learning hustle from Vegas streets, to inheriting musical and athletic legacies from his grandfathers. GI's maternal grandfather was musician Roger Trotman, while his paternal grandfather broke color barriers in professional basketball and football. These bloodlines instilled both artistic sensibility and athletic drive, though GI ultimately abandoned football dreams as his consciousness evolved.

Throughout the episode, GI drops gems about women's psychology, street wisdom, and the music industry. "Vegas is the make it or break it city," he observes, explaining how the environment forces people to either level up or crash down. His musical journey—surprisingly influenced by alternative rock before hip-hop—culminates in his upcoming mixtape "Before I Get Mad," releasing soon across all platforms.

Ready to hear how surviving extraordinary circumstances shapes a unique perspective on life, relationships, and art? Listen now, and catch GI on his summer tour kicking off this June.

The podcast episode delves into the intricate dynamics of modern relationships, exploring themes of emotional availability, the importance of friendship as a solid foundation, and the misconceptions surrounding intimacy. Guests share personal experiences highlighting the challenges of building genuine connections in today’s fast-paced dating landscape, while emphasizing the importance of self-awareness in nurturing healthy relationships.

• Discussion on mental health awareness and its significance in relationships
• Reflections on podcast longevity and commitment
• Insights into varied personal careers within the entertainment industry
• Examination of trust, insecurities, and societal expectations in dating
• Importance of emotional availability and honest communication in intimacy
• The case for friendship as the ideal foundation for romantic relationships
• Closing thoughts on self-discovery and ongoing personal growth