Overeducated & Underemployed

Parliament-Funkadelic bassist Lige Curry drops by to share incredible stories from his 40+ years on the road with George Clinton, the legendary 1974 night he met the band, and how P-Funk shaped the hip-hop revolution.👇 SUBSCRIBE for more deep-dive artist interviewsIn this episode of Overeducated & Underemployed, host Feddun sits down with the powerhouse bassist Lige Curry. Lige reveals behind-the-scenes history of the legendary "P-Funk University", George Clinton's habit of asking band members' mothers for permission to tour, and a massive bombshell from Dr. Dre about how The Chronic and the "Holy Grail" of hip-hop owes everything to George Clinton. Plus, Lige gives us the exclusive scoop on the legendary 2026 trilogy of the Mothership landing at the Essence Festival in New Orleans! 🎸Support Lige Curry: Website: http://ligecurry.com https://georgeclinton.com/family/lige-curry/Follow Lige on Instagram & Facebook!https://www.instagram.com/ligedelic/https://www.facebook.com/lige.curry/Theme Song by Sloan Brothers : http://open.spotify.com/artist/1Z0YyvTetovciEDRoRNudBNew Album By Sloan Brothers: https://sloanbrothers.bandcamp.com/album/love-other-diagnosesPhoto by Mike White: deadlydesigns.comTitle inspired by Lee Bains III: https://www.thegloryfires.com/ https://www.patreon.com/Feddun🗓️ What's Coming Up on the Channel: Next week, we sit down with film composer Matthew Cravener to talk about dyslexia and the unique ways it impacts music composition. Catch me in Winder, Georgia tonight, and opening for Drew Morgan tomorrow to kick off AthFest! I'll also be hosting a live block on Joker Joker TV’s AthFest livestream this Friday from 8:30 to 9:00 PM EST. Check out their channel here: [https://jokerjokertv.com/] #ParliamentFunkadelic #GeorgeClinton #LigeCurry #MaggotBrain #DrDre #HipHopHistory #FunkMusic #OvereducatedAndUnderemployed

Feddun Interviews Tallahassee drummer Marlon J. Williams (Drummer on the Move), discussing early influences like Michael Jackson and Patti LaBelle, his musical family, church drumming roots, and leaving basketball due to losing passion and disliking the business/politics. Marlon recounts winning the Guitar Center Drum Off, joining the Tallahassee rock band Eden's Fill, and reflects on the local scene and major-label impacts (No Address, Socialburn, Standstill, Presence). He explains how “Drummer on the Move” began about 12 years ago by practicing outdoors, growing via Facebook and especially Instagram, and focuses on authenticity (Acoustic Thursdays), street performance/busking intuition, and memorable community interactions. He demos a slap box (cajón-style instrument), discusses going full-time after working security at Bond Elementary, and shares a personal turning point after divorce—quitting heavy drinking/smoking and channeling energy into drumming and working out. He says he plans to release easy-listening instrumental music and collaborations while encouraging listeners to be themselves.https://www.instagram.com/drummer_on_the_move/?hl=enhttps://www.wctv.tv/content/news/Drummer-On-The-Move-Marvin-Williams-Story-455721583.htmlhttps://musiclocal.org/performers/drummer-on-the-movehttps://www.facebook.com/DrummerOnTheMove/Theme Song by Sloan Brothers : http://open.spotify.com/artist/1Z0YyvTetovciEDRoRNudBNew Album By Sloan Brothers: https://sloanbrothers.bandcamp.com/album/love-other-diagnosesTitle inspired by Lee Bains III: https://www.thegloryfires.com/https://www.patreon.com/Feddun

The episode of 'Overeducated and Underemployed' features a detailed and heartfelt interview with Red Padilla from the band Red and The Revelers. Feddun recounts seeing Red open for Morris Day on New Year's Eve and they dive into a conversation about music, mortality, and personal history. Highlights include Red discussing his classical piano training, his late discovery of pop music, his exposure to various music genres through family and friends, and his journey in forming Red and The Revelers. Red shares insights on creativity, the supportive music scene in Mobile, Alabama, and the philosophy behind his band's inclusive and positive approach to performance. They also discuss upcoming events and album releases, such as Red and The Revelers' second album in April.https://www.instagram.com/redandtherevelers/?hl=enhttps://open.spotify.com/artist/7ubEEOPRGBtkh0nz0CD63Shttps://mightymississippimusic.com/red-and-the-revelers-epk-1https://www.youtube.com/@OvereducatedUnderemployedTheme Song by Sloan Brothers : http://open.spotify.com/artist/1Z0YyvTetovciEDRoRNudBNew Album By Sloan Brothers: https://sloanbrothers.bandcamp.com/album/love-other-diagnosesTitle inspired by Lee Bains III: https://www.thegloryfires.com/https://www.patreon.com/Feddun

In this remastered interview from March of 2025, Feddun of 'Overeducated and Underemployed' sits down with musician J Roddy Walston to discuss his musical history, his inspirations, and his unique approach to house show tours. Walston shares anecdotes about his early influences, such as The Beatles, Elvis, Nirvana, and the Wayne's World soundtrack, and delves into his evolving relationship with music from childhood to his current solo performances. The conversation touches on the challenges and rewards of touring, the importance of building genuine connections with fans, and the creative experimentation that keeps his work fresh. Additionally, Walston reflects on personal topics like balancing family life with his career and his views on art and commercialism.https://www.instagram.com/jroddywalston/https://www.jroddywalston.com/https://www.facebook.com/jroddywalstonmusic/https://open.spotify.com/artist/1FlpoZvmdqEMfKIzgMmSJXhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/J._Roddy_Walston_and_the_Businesshttps://www.youtube.com/@OvereducatedUnderemployedTheme Song by Sloan Brothers : http://open.spotify.com/artist/1Z0YyvTetovciEDRoRNudBNew Album By Sloan Brothers: https://sloanbrothers.bandcamp.com/album/love-other-diagnosesTitle inspired by Lee Bains III: https://www.thegloryfires.com/https://www.patreon.com/Feddun

In this episode of 'Overeducated and Underemployed,' Bryan Howard takes center stage. A musician and voice actor, Bryan has spent over a decade as the bass player for the band Cracker. The interview begins with Bryan recounting his early musical influences, including Kenny Rogers and his first concert, Prince's 'Purple Rain' tour.Bryan's musical journey started with a fife and drum corps in fourth grade and transitioned through various instruments, including saxophone and guitar, before he became an accomplished bass player. He shares experiences from his early bands, notably 'Slack Daddy,' and their move to Athens, Georgia, driven by the influence of Kevin Kinney of Drivin N Cryin and the robust local music scene. Post-Slack Daddy, Bryan toured with Kevin Kenney and became a staple in the Athens music community, eventually joining Cracker as a full-time member and touring globally. Besides music, Bryan has built a successful voice acting career, narrating corporate videos, commercials, and more. He attributes his calm demeanor to his upbringing and maintains a positive outlook on life, balancing his passion for music and voice acting. Bryan appreciates the vibrant arts scene in Athens and values the city’s community spirit despite gentrification. He aims to continue doing what he loves—playing music and voice acting—while appreciating the support from his family, especially his wife.https://bryanjhoward.com/https://www.instagram.com/slackdaddybj/https://www.discogs.com/artist/739244-Bryan-J-Howard?srsltid=AfmBOoq4vnnXFZO4TMLc7fCF2RR--tanxV4kTSc3Xgl-6h6ALyF5WpYwhttps://www.crackersoul.com/tour-dateshttps://www.patreon.com/cw/feddunhttps://www.youtube.com/@OvereducatedUnderemployedTheme Song by Sloan Brothers : http://open.spotify.com/artist/1Z0YyvTetovciEDRoRNudBNew Album By Sloan Brothers: https://sloanbrothers.bandcamp.com/album/love-other-diagnosesTitle inspired by Lee Bains III: https://www.thegloryfires.com/

In the final interview of the year for 'Overeducated and Underemployed,' Feddun sits down with Grammy Award-winning Hawaiian Slack key guitarist Jim Kimo West, known for his work with 'Weird Al' Yankovic. The conversation covers Jim's childhood, his initial inspiration for music, his journey in playing guitar, and his experiences joining Weird Al's band in the early 1980s. They also discuss Jim's solo career, particularly his contributions to the Hawaiian Slack key guitar genre and his Grammy-nominated album 'Sounds of Kumbha.' Jim shares insights into his musical influences, the evolution of the band's style, and the challenges of life on tour. Additionally, Jim talks about his work as a composer for film and television, and his recent project 'Sounds of Kumbha,' which involved traveling to India. The episode concludes with what fans can expect in future tours and projects.https://jimkimowest.com/https://www.weirdal.com/tour/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCXlihz8NaJWYWsunUpC0Wwhttps://www.instagram.com/jimkimowest/?hl=enhttps://jimkimowest.bandcamp.com/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MHfpf49hyTAhttps://www.youtube.com/@OvereducatedUnderemployedTheme Song by Sloan Brothers : http://open.spotify.com/artist/1Z0YyvTetovciEDRoRNudBNew Album By Sloan Brothers: https://sloanbrothers.bandcamp.com/album/love-other-diagnosesTitle inspired by Lee Bains III: https://www.thegloryfires.com/www.feddun.net

In this episode of Overeducated and Underemployed, Feddun speaks with Sam Lipkin, the Editing Coordinator and Music Editor at Flagpole Magazine, and creator of Volumes Hip Hop. The discussion begins with Sam's early memories of music and transitions into her career journey. Key points include Sam's initial encounter with Pink Floyd's music, her evolving musical tastes influenced by video games, and her deep dive into writing from a young age. Sam also discusses her academic pursuits, the challenges of finding a compatible career, and her ultimately successful creation of Volumes hiphop zine, which later evolved into a production company. She highlights how Volumes hiphop bridged gaps within the local hip hop community, fostering trust and better representation in established publications like Flagpole Magazine. The episode also touches on the future of journalism, the dynamics of working at Flagpole Magazine, and the booking processes for major events like AthFest and Porch Fest. Upcoming episodes tease interviews with John Neff of Drive-By Truckers, and Grammy-winning guitarist Jim Kimo West.https://flagpole.com/https://www.instagram.com/volumeshiphop/https://www.youtube.com/@OvereducatedUnderemployedTheme Song by Sloan Brothers : http://open.spotify.com/artist/1Z0YyvTetovciEDRoRNudBTitle inspired by Lee Bains III: https://www.thegloryfires.com/www.feddun.net