About this episode

Tim Connors interviews Kris Valkema about his journey to national recognition in the music world.

Freeport is full of talent. And one of the biggest names in town is Blackcat Manor. Freepod host Tim Connors speaks with Kris Valkema, lead singer of Blackcat Manor, about the journey he's taken to national recognition in the music world.

People in this episode

Host: Tim Connors

Guest: Kris Valkema

Topics covered

• music
• interview
• national recognition
• talent
• journey

Keywords

• Kris Valkema
• Blackcat Manor
• music journey
• Freeport talent
• national recognition

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Blackcat Manor

Places: Freeport

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