AMP EQ - Amplifying the Influence of Music Artists

Hit maker Jacob Luttrell brings humor and improvisation, while tasting a featured selection of Adair Family Wines during the AMP EQ podcast..  Jacob Luttrell is an American songwriter, producer, multi-instrumentalist, and recording artist recognized for his work across pop, hip-hop, R&B, and soul music. Originally from Fresno, California, Luttrell developed his musical foundation through church mu...

Jori and Meliz are emerging recording artists known for their dynamic stage presence, emotionally driven performances, and genre-blending sound that connects with a new generation of music fans. Recently performing at the AMP EQ Music Festival, the artists showcased their ability to captivate live audiences through authentic storytelling, melodic versatility, and high-energy crowd engagement. Jori...

The Pipes, a rising Phoenix-based band emerging from the evolution of the longtime Arizona party and live-performance group "Shallow Water", joined the AMPEQ podcast for a wine taste featuring the Adair Family Wines .  The Pipes music is built on high-energy performances, crowd engagement, and a passion for live music, The Pipes represent a refreshed creative direction with a stronger emphasis on...

Hosts DJ Jen Jones and Van Arlen welcome DJ/producer Jay Kenzo for a lively conversation about his Sierra Leonean roots, growing up in California, and early musical influences (church choir, family DJs, and African artists). Kenzo shares how he got started DJing, his education, and the origin of his stage name. He describes meeting and touring with La Russell, the impact of Russell's Tiny Desk per...

This episode welcomes Tony Defeo, former Senior Associate Athletics Director for Sun Devil Football and veteran sports executive with 20 years of experience at the NFL and Power 5 levels. An attorney with a master's in Sport Management, Tony brings expertise from roles across football operations, analytics, and business development. Jen Jones and VA talk with him about the intersection of music, s...

AMP EQ Revolutionizing the Podcast Industry In this episode of AMP EQ, powered by Arena Music, hosts VA and Jen Jones come together to introduce listeners to the podcast and each other. The episode delves into their backgrounds, sharing stories of how their paths crossed and what led them to create AMP EQ. The hosts share their ambitious plans for the podcast: 365 on-air shows, 24 tour events, and...

Host DJ Jen Jones and Van Arlen sit down with rising music artist Leeky2x for an authentic conversation about the emotions and real-life experiences that shape his music. Leeky2x opens up about how heartbreak, personal struggles, and raw emotion influence his creative process, contrasting the energy of his upbeat previous tape with his upcoming slower, more melodic project that first began gaining...

DJ Jones and Van Arlen sit down with Murkemz — the spitfire MC whose freestyles are certified by hip-hop legends and are blowing up worldwide. Hear how a viral TikTok and streaming buzz (top markets: Brisbane, Melbourne, Sydney, Toronto, Perth) changed the game, what's happening in the studio, plans for an international run, and the creative process behind his hottest tracks. Raw, energetic, and u...

DJ Jen Jones and Van Arlen sit down with Los Angeles visionary Rucci for a powerful conversation exploring his belief that music is a "living, breathing force" capable of connecting personal experience, culture, and community. Known for blending the foundation of classic West Coast rap with modern melodic energy and evolving production, Rucci shares the creative mindset behind standout projects in...

DJ Captn20 shares how one life-changing event—an experience that could have ended his career—became the pivotal turning point that ultimately ignited his success. With raw honesty and charisma, he opens up about untold stories that are both hilarious and intense, giving audiences a behind-the-scenes look into the highs, lows, and realities of life in the music industry. Recognized as one of the ic...

Host DJ Jen Jones introduces friend "DJ Captain Twenty" and recounts growing up in Detroit's 1990s street-racing scene alongside his older brother, a local legend. He describes their hustles, risking trouble with the police, and how a relationship prompted him to leave racing. A chance with a friend's turntables introduced him to DJ'ing—he practiced clumsily at first but eventually won the turntab...

Host DJ Jen Jones & Music Motivational Speaker Van Arlen sit down with Damon Evans to explore his six-year mission to transform the music industry. Damon explains Arena Radio's model that, for the first time, rewards listeners, artists, and content creators for their contributions. The episode details how the platform combats AI-amplified income suppression, empowers fans to support artists direct...