Tell A Vision

This week on  Tell A Vision , we sit down with someone at the heart of it all —  Jai’La Logan , co-founder of The Vision Detroit. Jai’La shares her journey as a creative entrepreneur, how her relationship with sound has shaped her approach to artist development, and what’s on the horizon for The Vision — from new programs and events to long-term goals in business growth, artist management, and bey...

This week on  Tell A Vision , we’re flipping the mic to shine a light on one of our own —  London , host, poet, and visionary behind  Bar Heavy Tuesdays . From being part of The Vision Detroit since day one to launching her own poetry-centered event series, London shares how she re-entered poetry through community, what it’s been like hosting our open mics, and how her art and business goals are e...

This week on  Tell A Vision , we sit down with one of our favorites —  Reuel Jubilee , a Detroit-based poet and pro-family hip-hop artist who’s redefined what it means to stay true to your message. In this episode, Reuel shares how his creative journey evolved from traditional hip-hop into a mission-driven movement rooted in clean lyrics, purpose, and poetry. We talk about what made him drop profa...

On this episode of  Tell A Vision , host Layla McMurtrie sits down with Niko Noir — a hot Detroit R&B singer who is about to release her project "Who Can Blame Niko?" We talk about her journey to creating the new album, her upcoming goals, and more. Intro Music: ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Mat Larimer⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠ , ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Mat's Apartment⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠ Outro Music: ⁠ ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Mat’s Apartment⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠ Hosted by   ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠L...

In this episode of  Tell A Vision , we meet Victorino — a genre-defying artist from Southwest Detroit with a mission to build bridges through music. His diverse catalog reflects a desire to connect communities that don’t always cross paths, and his adaptability across genres challenges what it means to be a Detroit artist today. Intro Music: ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Mat Larimer⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠ , ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Mat's Apartment⁠⁠ ⁠⁠...

This episode of  Tell A Vision  features Mat Larimer—artist, producer, engineer, and creative enabler—sharing his journey from being in college for business to producing albums across every genre. Also known as Spare Key, Mat opens up about what it means to “enable” creativity, how studio accidents become art, and the deeper purpose behind his work: building community through sound. Whether scorin...

In this episode of  Tell A Vision , host Layla McMurtrie sits down with Kaprese Sharp, the artist known as GRABALENS, to explore her abstract artwork and the philosophy of “the space between.” Kaprese opens up about how intuition, community, and emotional storytelling shape her style and her hopes for the future of her art career. Intro Music: ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Mat Larimer⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠ , ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Mat's Apartment⁠⁠...

This week on  Tell A Vision , host Layla McMurtrie sits down with  Lorenzo Barns —an R&B artist and dancer with influence from Michael Jackson and Chris Brown. Raised in Ann Arbor and St. Louis, Lorenzo shares how childhood talent shows turned into recording sessions, how dancing gives him a unique voice, and how the process of his upcoming album went. He also talks about his experience with p...

This week on  Tell A Vision , host Layla McMurtrie sits down with  Leo Dashell , an R&B and Neo-Soul singer-songwriter from Detroit, Michigan. Known for her heartfelt lyrics and dreamy melodies, Leo opens up about the personal stories behind her songs like  Bed ,  Summer Rain , and  Revelations . In this episode, she shares how Detroit’s creative energy shaped her music, what her writing proce...

In this episode of the  Tell A Vision  podcast, host Layla McMurtrie sits down with Jalon—a music writer, poet, filmmaker, and storyteller with a deep passion for crafting meaningful narratives. Jalon opens up about his lifelong journey as a writer, starting with music at six years old and evolving into poetry and screenwriting. He discusses the power of storytelling as a way to provoke thought an...

In this episode of the  Tell A Vision  podcast, host Layla McMurtrie sits down with Chandra, an artist whose work spans multiple creative mediums—including music, poetry, painting, and even cooking. As a Tamil-American and the child of refugees, Chandra’s art is deeply tied to his identity, history, and the experience of navigating different cultural worlds. He opens up about how his heritage infl...

In this episode of the  Tell A Vision  podcast, host Layla McMurtrie sits down with S.K.A.N., a rapper whose music blends futuristic sounds, uplifting energy, and his love for anime and video games. S.K.A.N. shares how he never planned to make music but after falling in love with DJing, he found himself rapping just for fun. Now, he’s focused on shifting the narrative of Hip-Hop, creating music th...

In this episode of the  Tell A Vision  podcast, host Layla McMurtrie sits down with Mono Ultra, a Detroit-based producer and artist who started making beats during quarantine. Mono shares the story of how he first got into music, his biggest inspirations, and how collaboration has helped shape his sound. ⁠ Intro Music: Mat Larimer ⁠ , ⁠ Mat's Apartment ⁠ ⁠ Outro Music: Mat Larimer ⁠ ⁠ Hosted by La...

In this episode of the  Tell A Vision  podcast, host Layla McMurtrie sits down with Ritz, a visual artist from Detroit whose paintings bring dreams to life. Ritz shares the story of rediscovering his passion for art through a vision from God, how dreams fuel her creative process, and the deeper meaning behind her work. She also reflects on the role of community in her journey and what makes Detroi...

In this episode of the  Tell A Vision  podcast, host Layla McMurtrie talks with Jupiter Star, a Detroit-based audio engineer, entrepreneur, and rapper/singer whose work is deeply influenced by spirituality. Jupiter shares how music first became his passion, the evolution of his sound, and the production techniques that define his artistry. The conversation explores how spirituality guides Jupiter’...

In this episode of the  Tell A Vision  podcast, host Layla McMurtrie sits down with Venus, a Detroit-based community organizer and multidisciplinary artist whose work spans visual art, movement, and healing practices. Venus shares how their artistic journey began, from early expressions of self through painting to incorporating aerial and burlesque dance as forms of storytelling and release. The c...

In this episode of the  Tell A Vision  podcast, host Layla McMurtrie chats with Dr. Stickbug , a rappers whose music navigates the duality of vulnerability and narcissism. He shares how his bold music persona reflects his artistic journey, why he leans into making toxic music, and why its important to him that mental health themes are present throughout his work. Dr. Stickbug also discusses collab...

In this episode of the  Tell A Vision  podcast, host Layla McMurtrie chats with Ca$hus , a Detroit-based musician and visual artist who recently released his debut EP  Doozy . Ca$hus opens up about how family influences and being homeschooled shaped his artistry, as well as his love for playing guitar and saxophone. The conversation explores his use of religious imagery in music, the joys of colla...

In this episode of the Tell A Vision podcast, host Layla McMurtrie chats with Sade, a multifaceted creative who does spoken word poetry and makes crystal waist beads. Sade discusses how her spirituality and artistry intertwine, being opinionated on TikTok, her feelings around working in groups, and her studies at Eastern Michigan University. Follow @sadeeeada on Instagram for more. Intro Music: ⁠M...

In this episode of the Tell A Vision podcast, host Layla McMurtrie sits down with Alex Aldridge, CFO of The Vision and a talented visual artist. Alex shares his journey as an artist on the autism spectrum, how he creates digital art on his iPad, and why he’s passionate about supporting Detroit’s art community. The conversation explores Alex’s role as both a leader and creator, his thoughts on the...

In this episode of the  Tell A Vision  podcast, host Layla McMurtrie sits down with Luke Watson , a 17-year-old musician finding his path in Detroit’s music scene. Inspired by his grandparents’ love of folk and rock, Luke shares how he began making music at a young age, what it’s like performing in the city, and his big dream such as playing alongside Jack White. Follow @luke_watsun on Instagram f...

In this episode of the  Tell-a-Vision  podcast, host Layla McMurtrie chats with Dehvin Banks , the co-founder and Director of Visual Arts for The Vision, as well as a local visual artist and illustrator who works in youth development. Dehvin dives into his creative evolution, from his early love for drawing to hopes of curating art shows, creating captivating visual stories, and balancing his pass...

In this episode of the Tell-a-Vision podcast, host Layla McMurtrie sits down with KOTI , also known as King of the Island, to explore his multidimensional creative journey. KOTI shares the story behind his unique artist name, his evolution from sketching in middle school to releasing his latest music project, Fragments, and performing in Detroit. Diving into how KOTI balances his musical talents w...

In this season opener, the Tell-a-Vision  podcast flips the script as host Layla McMurtrie sits in the guest chair, interviewed by fellow co-founder of The Vision, Jai'La Logan. Layla shares her journey as a journalist, songwriter, co-founder of The Vision Detroit, and host of the Tell-a-Vision podcast. From an upbringing filled with music and writing, to her vision for the podcast, Layla discusse...

Brizzl is a singer, rapper, dancer, producer, and DJ who has been living in Detroit the last few years and is sadly about to leave. In this episode, which is the season 1 finale of Tell A Vision, we discuss his music journey and inspirations, as well as his hopes for his music career. We also talk meeting Common and other idols, inspirations, local performances, and more. Follow @onebrizzl on Inst...