This week on the Finish More Music podcast, I’m joined by Kedrick Jeffries—CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Texas and a lifelong musician and community leader.

Kedrick has spent over two decades pouring into the lives of young people, helping them reach their potential through the power of music and mentorship.

In this episode, we explore the profound impact that a single individual can have on a young person’s life—and how the act of showing up for others will radically transform our own.

In this episode, we explore:

✅ How mentorship transforms both mentor and mentee
✅ How music opens doors and uplifts entire communities
✅ Why mentorship builds empathy, resilience, and purpose
✅ Why contribution through creativity is a calling—and how to follow yours

Kedrick also shares how music has shaped his journey, from his personal practice to directing large ensembles in service of community uplift.

Through his work in education, leadership and music, Kedrick exemplifies what it means to lead with heart and give back through art.

In this powerful conversation, I sat down with Mark Turk, founder of the Austin-based nonprofit Beat 4 Beat.

Mark’s organization brings music education to underserved youths by hiring local musicians to teach in after-school programs—using creativity, performance, and songwriting as tools to transform young lives.

In this show, we explore:


✅ How teaching is a superpower for creatives

✅ How music builds trust, confidence and community

✅ How music and generosity are a life-line to underserved youth


✅ How YOU can get started impacting the world with your music

✅ How teaching fuels personal and professional growth for artists

We also dive into the surprising challenges of running a nonprofit—that quite frankly blew my mind! I thought everyone would be wholly supportive of organisations and people that empower young people… as you’ll hear, that isn’t so!

Mark’s story is one of incredible resilience, challenges, kindness and impact that left me inspired and driven to contribute more with my creativity.

Let me know how this episode impacts you!

What does it truly mean to give everything for your art?

In this powerful episode, drum & bass legend Tony Colman aka London Elektricity shares his deep philosophy on music, contribution, and living a life of service.

From founding Hospital Records to performing in war-torn Ukraine for free, Tony’s career is a testament to the power of giving without expectation—and the unexpected rewards that come from it.

We explore:
✅ Why giving selflessly benefits both the artist and the world
✅ How Tony overcame fear, ego, and self-doubt to focus on service
✅ The battle to save small club culture from corporate dominance
✅ How to build real connections in the industry through trust & generosity
✅ Why music is about lighting people up, not just playing tracks

This episode is a masterclass in artistic generosity—one that might just change the way you approach your music career.