In the final episode of the season, we hear from the man himself.  In Grand Ambition, AJ (a.p.chmstry) samples himself from a 4.22.20 interview where he discusses what lies ahead for him and his wife as they embark on their next adventure.  This time, instead of a year-long whirlwind tour around the globe, they're going home.  In this extended episode, AJ tells you why.     If you would like to learn more about the project please connect with AJ at [email protected]

Raury is an artist to know. First known to us for his rapping, Raury now presents himself to the world as a fully mature alien.  He represents the future and is someone you’ll be hearing more about, no doubt.  Paired with legendary activists Sam Cook and Dick Clark, this one feels classic.

One of the most prolific artists of our time speaks to us on his birthday. Are you listening?

Sampled from the 1985 American Music Awards, we dug a little deeper to find a nice gem from one of the greatest of his generation.  Prince never disappoints.   Is there a speech you'd like for us to sample?  Please send suggestions and feedback to [email protected].

This is not the time to let someone else do the fighting for good.  We need you.  Make your voice heard and be like Michael Che - speak directly and speak the truth.  It’s time for us to be better. Is there a speech you'd like for us to sample?  Please send suggestions and feedback to [email protected].

A piano virtuoso from an early age, Bill Evans pushed the vanguard of music forward as the resident pianist of the Miles Davis Sextet.  Evans was an avid learner who’s philosophy was grounded in truth and reality.  Taken from a 1970 interview, Bill Evans shares the secret to achieving bid dreams.  Is there a speech you'd like for us to sample?  Please send suggestions and feedback to [email protected].

Gil Scott-Heron is another in a long line of Chicago-born artists and activists.  Some would claim that he could be considered the world's first rapper.  An explosive poet, Gil Scott left an indelible mark on music and in the world.  We could only think to pair him with an arrangement that lifts you to help you reassess what's possible.   

Jean Michel Basquiat discusses his creative process during an interview from the early 80's.  One of the most renowned artists of his time, Jean Michel represented a new breed of visual artist both in appearance and style.  His prolific output stands as a testament to the contribution that comes from possessing  insight and perspective. Is there a speech you'd like for us to sample?  Please send suggestions and feedback to [email protected]. 

Dr. King's quotes were sampled from a recording of his sermon titled "But If Not" delivered at Ebenezer Baptist Church on November 5th, 1967. Set against samples from Nina Simone's "To Be Young, Gifted, and Black",  a song that was also pivotal to the Civil Rights Movement.  The combination delivers a powerful message that’s still timely 50+ years later.  Do you have a favorite speech that you'd like for us to sample?  Let us know by sending suggestions to [email protected] 

In this episode, we hear from Steve Jobs, one of the most visionary artists of his generation.