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Finding Your Voice to Live with No Regrets with Marz T

Shawn Aaron Season 2 Episode 49

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There are always pivotal moments in our lives that put us on a path to discovery or point us in the right direction. They can be positive or negative, but they always have an impact on how we view life. For Marz T, that pivotal moment was the passing of his mother. It awakened his passion for music, which pushed him to find his voice and discover himself. In this episode of Dem Bois Podcast, I sit down with Marz T aka Mo LaFlo and we discuss his transition journey, his mom’s passing, his music career, and much more!

We talk:
How the name “Marz” chose him - 8:38
His sense of self and identity - 18:40
The passing of his mother - 26:43
His relationship with his mom - 38:09
The stage name Mo LaFlo and his music career - 53:27
Advice for listeners who want to get into music - 58:44

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Read more about Mo in his bio below:

Mo LaFlo is a Tucson-based artist from Winter Park, Florida, whose sound has traveled the ears of many listeners all over the world. Mo LaFlo's sound is transformative, exuding emotion and a climate of reverence. His sound captures the essence of R&B, Hip Hop, and Neo Soul. Outside of the booth, he enjoys mentoring youth and helping them find their voice and tap into their creativity.



Question from listener Ozziel Inzunza to Marz:
What are your biggest inspirations and role models for your artist expression: personal and professional role models?

Marz Response:
Great question Ozzie. I would have to say my biggest inspirations/role models that inspire my artistry are Tupac, Chris Brown, Rhapsody, J Cole and Kendrick Lamar. I love lyricists & storytellers, as well as great entertainers when it comes to performing live. I would say those for professional. As far as personal, I lived say Maya Angelou, Nina Simone, because they lived and loved boldly and unapologetically! Thank you for asking!


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