Travie meets up with Jake Nash, hip-hop artist from Central New Jersey, just after opening the night for Kota the Friend live at House of Independents in Asbury Park, NJ. Jake discusses how hip-hop became a part of his life, growing up in Jersey, and life at the Jersey Shore. Hitting the stage with Lorenzo and Dhuuuuuun, Jake Nash set the tone for an unforgettable evening. Get to know Jake before his new album, drops this fall!

FIRED UP on IG: https://www.instagram.com/firedupwithtravie

Jake Nash on IG: https://www.instagram.com/jakenash14/

Jake Nash on Spotify: SHORE GOOD SUMMER OUT NOWopen.spotify.com/album/2CMiCnMyupzAogwFuIZtGR?si=8kVv5cZySs-XNN0ewA9Kow

Jake Nash on Youtube: youtube.com/@jakenash14?si=_rlFi1303i_NxNCf

Travie chats with Dae Law, a self-taught artist and photographer from New York City whose art has taken the city by storm. From murals on Brooklyn streets, to hand-painted hats, bags and watches, to framed canvases hanging in the homes of celebrities, Dae Law has no limits to his creations. Listen in and find out why Dae Law has one of the most interesting groups of collectors you'll ever see.

Travie also drops some alpha about how you can earn a piece of exclusive limited merch celebrating episode 100 of FIRED UP coming soon!

Follow Dae Law's Journey and Collect his art:

https://www.instagram.com/daelawart/

https://www.instagram.com/daephotography_/

FIRED UP with Travie IG:

https://www.instagram.com/firedupwithtravie

Voiceovers: Brian Fanzo, Riddles

Fired Up Song: IAMNAX

Travie and Guy chat backstage before Guy's live performance at Flyfish Club in NYC.

Hailing from Northern New Jersey, just outside of New York City, Guy is celebrating the release of his debut album, And Then There's You. His music combines hip-hop, R&B, alt-rock, and much more into a style that has been turning heads and trending all over social media.

Travie and Guy discuss how living in a musically rich area inspires and influences Guy's personal musical journey, as well as how energy flows form NYC to NJ and back again. Guy also gives listeners a peek behind the curtain and explains meanings behind some of his most loved songs.

Guy's Links:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imguyfromnj/?hl=en

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6H4mdpDWq7Gyu0RiYcjuF8

Merch: https://imguyfromnj.com/

Flyfish Club: https://www.flyfishclub.com/

https://www.bloomberg.com/news/videos/2026-06-29/ceo-behind-knicks-flyfish-club-afterparty-on-what-s-next-video

NEW Fired Up Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firedupwithtravie/

Fired Up Theme: IAMNAX

Voiceovers: Brian Fanzo, Riddles

Travie chats with Yesod Williams, drummer of the reggae-rock band Pepper and co-founder of LAW Records! Yesod is a legend in the rock and reggae genre, playing alongside bandmates Kaleo Wassman and bassist/vocalist Bret Bollinger since the late 1990's. Their music blends reggae, punk, rock, and dub, a style often associated with the Hawaiian and Southern California reggae-rock scene. After building a following in Hawaii, the band moved to San Diego, where they expanded their audience through constant touring and festival appearances. Williams’ drumming is known for mixing tight reggae grooves with energetic punk-style rhythms, helping define Pepper’s signature “Kona dub-rock” sound. Yesod discusses his deep connections in the music scene as well as inspirations from bands including Slightly Stoopid, Metallica, and Sublime. Celebrating more than 20 years of the ground-breaking Kona Town album, Travie and Yesod proudly share their converations with you.

Pepper's albums include Give'n It, Kona Town, In With the Old, No Shame, Pink Crustaceans and Good Vibrations, Pepper (Self-titled), Local Motion, and Makai.

Find Yesod at:

https://www.pepperlive.com/

https://www.instagram.com/yesodwilliams/

https://www.cheepono.org/about

Fired Up theme song by IAMNAX

Voiceovers: Brian Fanzo, Riddles

Garrett Dutton AKA G. Love, Grammy nominated musician, has a career spanning over 30 years and counting.

Travie and G. Love discuss the journey that G. Love has taken through music, discovering the young Jack Johnson, surfing the Jersey Shore, touring venues big and small, and how collaboration has been one of his key's to success.

G. Love Website: https://www.philadelphonic.com/

Special Thanks to IAMNAX for "Fired Up" theme song: https://open.spotify.com/artist/25AGU1gB1E4tmnTIzSpDd9

Voice-Overs: Brian Fanzo, Riddles

Travie and Jay Alders discuss Jay's journey into fine art, working with top-tier musicians, and how taking the road less travelled made all the difference.

Travie also gives an update into his personal experience at VCR Group restaurants, including Flyfish Club, Little Maven, and Capon's Chophouse.

From jayalders.com:

Jay Alders is a globally acclaimed American fine artist, celebrated for his unique visionary style that bends reality and distorts proportions. His surreal compositions feature elongated figures, symbolic imagery, and powerful ocean waves, all infused with a soulful and emotional depth that resonates deeply with viewers.

Alders’s mastery of bold and meticulous brushwork, combined with vibrant hues, creates immersive canvases that harmonize human emotions with the natural realm. Drawing inspiration from his coastal lifestyle, his work captures the essence of the ocean and the spirit of humanity in a way that is both novel and profoundly moving.

His extraordinary talent has garnered features in prestigious outlets such as Forbes, NBC, FOX, CBS, FIOS TV, and even in the heart of Times Square. Alders’s influence extends beyond traditional galleries, with his art showcased at The Philadelphia Museum of Art and in galleries around the world.

A testament to his versatility and enduring impact in the art world, Alders has created album covers and gig posters for renowned musicians, including bands like Slightly Stoopid. His collaborations with rock stars, cultural icons, and major brands underscore his role as a trailblazer in contemporary art.

https://jayalders.com/?srsltid=AfmBOorLXTraF_KDkfQRN_KHUxsxKWGAVoWK8mwgVmrrOQkH4NlBkYLJ

Listen to Jay's Shifting Perceptions Podcast

https://jayalders.com/shifting-perceptions-podcast?srsltid=AfmBOooHfTufmIOFIxZzDLolZv9udeLESO-SzAFTyXrNZZMCZmq_QB7S

https://vcrgroup.com/

https://www.flyfishclub.com/

Music: FIRED UP by IAMNAX

https://www.iamnax.xyz/

Voiceovers: G.Love, Yesod Williams (Pepper), Nessy the Rilla, David (Da Vida), Spottie WiFi

Travie is live on location for the inaugural Asbury Park Reggae Fest at Low Dive on the boardwalk in Asbury Park, New Jersey. History is made as some of New Jersey's most prolific musicians unite to bring the vibes straight to the people. Travie chats with Jersey Shore legend, Barry of Barry and the Penetrators, as well as the highly respected Tim (P-Dub), lead singer of Predator Dub Assassins. Also featured on the episode are one of the best drummers in the world, Ron Santee, and Nick and Dub Proof with Madi Pao to discuss their new single "Almost There", plus some positive lessons on mindfulness. Babylon's Most Wanted joins the podcast all the way from Puerto Rico and was the first performer on this historic day. The pod would not be complete without a conversation with Danny, lead singer of the iconic Random Test Reggae Band. Stay tuned at the end for an outtake featuring Richard Blackwell, one of Bruce Sprinsteen's Jersey music heroes.

Links and Socials

Predator Dub Assassins

https://dubassassins.com/

Dub Proof

https://www.instagram.com/dubproof/?hl=en

https://dubproof.bandcamp.com/

Barry and the Penetrators

https://www.facebook.com/BarryAndThePenetrators/

https://www.instagram.com/barryandthepenetrators1/?hl=en

Random Test Reggae Band

https://www.facebook.com/randomtestreggaeband/

Stringbean & The Boardwalk Social Club

https://www.instagram.com/stringbeanblues/?hl=en

Babylon's Most Wanted

https://www.instagram.com/babylonsmostwanted/?hl=en

Ron Santee

https://www.instagram.com/ron.santee/?hl=en

https://www.facebook.com/ron.santee/

Madi Pao

https://www.madipao.com/

https://www.instagram.com/madipao/

Read about Mr. Richard Blackwell: https://www.app.com/story/entertainment/music/2016/10/10/bruce-springsteens-5-jersey-shore-music-heroes/91871800/

Travie chats with Joey Dizon AKA The Smoking Panda, co-founder of The Mobile Cigar Lounge. As seen on Fox Television, The Mobile Cigar Lounge provides guests with a variety of experiences, including live cigar rolling, educational classes and demonstrations, whiskey and coffee pairings, and of course, the 1973 Airstream cigar lounge on wheels.

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