In this dynamic episode, Tailz delves into his multifaceted career as a dancer, musician, and stylist, balancing it all with family commitments. Listen as he shares his journey from Vine to becoming a renowned artist, his collaborative work with good friend and famed NBA player Andre Drummond, and the pivotal role his family has played in shaping his passion for music and dance. From humorous anecdotes about sneaking into gyms to nostalgic reflections on his Vine days, Tailz reveals the dedication and inspiration behind his creative process. Special shout-outs include his ongoing partnerships with talented producers and engineers, his viral moments with his niece, and his hopes for a future in both music and dance.

00:00 Focusing on One Thing

00:35 Family Connections and Early Encounters

00:59 Starting TTT Radio Network

02:28 Musical Beginnings and Inspirations

10:04 Dancing Roots and Influences

15:34 Impact of Vine and Social Media Journey

22:05 Life in Michigan and Working with Andre Drummond

30:05 The Journey of Making Music

30:33 Collaborations and Connections

31:58 Life on the Road with Dre

33:31 Growing Up Together

36:08 Super Bowl Predictions

39:08 A Day in the Life of Tails

42:40 Musical Inspirations and Influences

50:11 Recording and Producing Music

DJ DNA Podcast - Episode 16: Barbara Mcclane (AKA BarBreezy) Join DJ DNA as he sits down with the incredible Barbara McLean, also known as BarBreezy, for an inspiring and heartfelt conversation. From her journey in photography to her powerful story of finding her biological family through Ancestry DNA, Barbara shares her experiences, triumphs, and the importance of giving back to the community. Don’t miss this deep dive into her life, her book Blessed Not Bitter: The Barbara Mcclane Journey, and her future plans, including her upcoming podcast! 0:00 - Introduction 2:15 - How DJ DNA and Barbara first met during the BLM movement 5:30 - Barbara’s love for photography and capturing candid moments 10:45 - Community involvement and Barbara’s nonprofit, I Am Woman Too 15:20 - Barbara’s journey into photography and her studio in Bristol, CT 20:00 - The I Am Woman project and empowering women in the community 25:30 - Barbara’s upbringing in foster care and finding her biological family 35:00 - The emotional moment of reconnecting with her family through Ancestry DNA 45:00 - Barbara’s trip to Ghana and her experience visiting the slave dungeons 55:00 - Writing her book Blessed Not Bitter and the importance of sharing her story 1:05:00 - Barbara’s future plans, including her upcoming podcast 1:10:00 - One Gotta Go: Podcast vs. Radio, 80s vs. 90s R&B, and more! 1:15:00 - Closing thoughts and where to find Barbara’s book and photography work

In this special episode, my daughter Ava and I went live on TikTok and Twitch to share our favorite music and movies, talk about her transition from private to public school, and reminisce about funny memories and TV shows we love. Ava also opened up about starting her own nail journey with the support of family and friends. It was a fun and heartwarming chat filled with laughs, stories, and meaningful conversations. Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more!