The Indie LA Experience

Pursuing fine arts, after being immersed in music and dance at a young age, felt natural for Ashley, but she never stays content with her work. She continues to levitate her talents as a singer, songwriter, dancer and actress with every opportunity given. From performing on television to starring in featured films, listen in on Ashley’s incredible journey as an artist from east coast to west. Co-H...

What many would describe as challenges, Stratos takes on as opportunities. Indie LA finds out how Stratos is able to translate his talents as a musician to enhance his skills as a composer, producer and photographer. Whether from jazz music or manga and anime, Stratos pulls inspiration from some of the greatest storytellers and fuses themes in his art. Co-Hosted and Produced by Aaron Van Cleave &a...

Zena Hattar, shares her insight on diet, nutrition, her music interests and yoga practice. Join the conversation to hear how Zena’s world travel experience and her gravitation towards learning new skills continues to open creative outlets to explore. Co-Hosted and Produced by Aaron Van Cleave & Marcus Johnson For all Indie LA content & news or if your interested in being featured on this P...

Growing up in southern California had a big impact on Dominic Sagona becoming a pro rollerblader, but his drive for creative expression didn’t stop there. Tune in to hear how Dom applies his lessons learned from one trade to another as he continues to pursue, and excel in, anything he gets his hands on. Co-Hosted and Produced by Aaron Van Cleave & Marcus Johnson For all Indie LA content &...

When it comes to attention to detail, no one has a better creative eye than Mike Sandoval. Indie LA takes an inside look at Mike’s entrepreneurial approach at capturing Los Angeles’ raw beauty through his vintage clothing style and analog photography. Co-Hosted and Produced by Aaron Van Cleave & Marcus Johnson For all Indie LA content & news or if your interested in being featured on this...

Trumpeter, magician and song writer, Ariel Shrum, joins us in the studio to share his amazing journey as a multi-faceted performer. Hear how Ariel never hesitates to take his showmanship to new levels whether he is on tour, in the studio or performing live around Los Angeles. Co-Hosted and Produced by Aaron Van Cleave & Marcus Johnson For all Indie LA content & news or if your interested i...

Tune in as Indie LA dives into the writing process of actress and writer, Sarah Mae Agnew. From her musical experience in her Mid-West hometown to operating her own production company in Los Angeles, Sarah talks about the good, the bad and the arbitrary opportunities one can face in the film industry. Co-Hosted and Produced by Aaron Van Cleave & Marcus Johnson For all Indie LA content & ne...

Join us as we explore a day in the life of saxophonist, DJ and music producer, Blake Cross. Indie LA tackles discussions on his transition to Los Angeles, his experience performing with some of the world’s best talent and how he continued to thrive in the music industry through the pandemic. Co-Hosted and Produced by Aaron Van Cleave & Marcus Johnson For all Indie LA content & news or if y...

Welcome to the Indie LA Experience. A podcast that explores the journeys of Los Angeles based talent of all trades. In this introductory episode, meet the creators, Aaron Van Cleave and Marcus Johnson, who share their artist experience and the collaborative vision that is Indie LA. Co-Hosted and Produced by Aaron Van Cleave & Marcus Johnson For all Indie LA content & news or if your intere...