John Givez Exclusive: Kendrick Lamar Stories, Signing to Interscope, Oceanside, California Dreaming

Join us as we vibe with John Givez, a rising star in Oceanside’s music scene. He takes us deep into his journey, reflecting on community strength and how events like the Oceanside music shaped his world. We talk about the raw talent coming out of this area and its strong ties to San Diego, kind of like how Long Beach connects with L.A. John shares how legends like Michael Jackson and Andre 3000 inspired his unique blend of singing and rapping. We also dive into the music game, breaking down the importance of staying true to your craft and the lessons he’s learned from navigating tricky record deals. His choice to stay independent is all about keeping creative control. Our convo touches on making timeless music that hits globally, even in places like Japan. John also talks about partnerships, the changing hip-hop scene. We chop it up about emotional intelligence, personal style, and how vintage vibes shape his style and life. John drops relationship gems too, stressing honesty and trust as key to healthy connections. He wraps up with a motivational message about staying dedicated and consistent to chase your dreams. His words feel like advice from a big cousin, reminding us to be real and never give up. Don’t sleep on this episode with John Givez.. where music, culture, and raw stories come together. #JohnGivez #HendoUnplugged #Oceanside #Daygo #CourtneyHendo Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 00:07 - Oceanside Music and Culture Discussion 03:53 - Musical Roots and Influences 15:13 - Navigating the Music Industry Challenges 19:38 - Navigating the Music Industry Journey 29:43 - California Dreaming 42:02 - Evolution of Hip-Hop and Success 46:54 - Global Influence and Relationship Advice 56:37 - Empowerment and Gratitude FOLLOW US: ➤ John Givez IG:   / johngivez   ➤ Hendo Unplugged IG: https://tinyurl.com/hendounplugged ➤ Hendo Studios IG: https://tinyurl.com/hendostudios ➤ Courtney Hendo IG: https://bit.ly/3AAW4fV ➤ Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/sh... ABOUT: Join Courtney Hendo each week as he discuss current events, music, sports, explore the topics of popular culture, and crack hella jokes. PRODUCTION: Studio: https://bit.ly/34dOzja Location: San Diego, California PR Inquiries: [email protected]