KOKO DYNSKI interviews funk-pop singer, Ollie Mann, to talk about his beginnings in music and his recent release "Tribulations" with his band One Mann Band. Come to the show June 24, 2025 to listen to KOKO DYNSKI and the One Mann Band at the Middle East Upstairs and follow @koko.dynski on instagram for more updates!

Ollie Mann and the One Mann Band is a Boston-based funk-pop group led by vocalist and keyboardist Ollie Mann. Combining vibrant melodies, groove-heavy rhythms, and infectious energy, the band delivers performances rooted in authenticity and fun. Formed by Ollie during his time at Berklee College of Music, the group draws on diverse musical influences including funk, indie pop, rock, soul, and R&B.

The band’s shows are a colorful, playful mix of tight musicianship and undeniable stage chemistry. Whether performing in Boston clubs, college venues, or music festivals, Ollie Mann and the One Mann Band bring audiences a contagious musical experience, always "spreading funk pop to all the wrong places."

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KOKO DYNSKI talks to Eli Yacinthe about the his take on the spirituality and energy around his music and the time it takes to create it. He also talks about his experience in performance and what it takes to create and run a band of his own. Eli Yacinthe is releasing his upcoming album "Patience" this fall, so be sure to check it out on all streaming platforms!

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KOKO DYNSKI interviews artist Caroline Meade about her views on being in the music industry as a female producer and engineer and the importance of not being afraid to just do. She talks about the songwriting on her release "35mm" and how it correlates with some of her earliest writing. With her recent release "Dead Stars" and an album coming out this fall (whoop! whoop!) Caroline takes pride in her self-made creations and artistry.

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KOKO DYNSKI interviews artist and filmmaker Dejima (Kaveh Hodjat) about the creation of his 6-song EP "Swollen" and the EPs short film following its release. Dejima talks about his experience playing drums and vocals simultaneously with his band and the effort that goes into being a filmmaker and artist!

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KOKO DYNSKI interviews singer-songwriter Analise about her honesty and vulnerability in her craft and talks about how she has grown to appreciate the art of producing her own music. Analise talks about her latest release "Messy" and all that has come out of it through her Tik Tok exposure and the feedback she's gotten.

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KOKO DYNSKI interviews Lauren Jean, a singer-songwriter based in Boston, about her latest releases, topics she's written about, and her appearance on the 18th season of American Idol. She makes a point to write about her support for advocacy for women, victims of domestic violence and the disabled community.

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KOKO DYNSKI interviews rising pop star Christian Inman about his transition from a singer-songwriter to an electronic pop and R&b artist that gets his listeners movin and groovin with catchy melodies and a voice like no other. Check out Christian Inman’s social medias linked below to view his latest releases and visuals. Make sure to support, share and stay tuned with UP AND INDIE to be able to hear more about the beginnings of the worlds up and coming artists!!

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KOKO DYNSKI interviews artist, Zesi, on her experience as an artist, performer, producer, actress etc and talks about her future goals and pursuits in the music industry.

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