Track 8: The Come Up

Track 9: For The Love Of The Game

In this episode of the 5 Disc Changer Podcast, host Ashley Autumn sits down with Nashville native and powerhouse sports journalist Mike Patton, aka The General. Known as one of the hardest-working men in Tennessee sports, Mike covers everything from the Tennessee Titans’ locker room to Tennessee State University athletics, while also running three successful podcasts (Touring the AFC South, This Woman Works, and Let’s Talk HBCUs). Together, Ashley and Mike dig into the deep connection between music and sports — from the Hot Boys and Camp Lo to Michael Jackson, New Jack City, and Jeezy’s Thug Motivation 101. Mike shares the memories and energy these albums carry, how music sets the tone for athletes, and the role city sounds and HBCU bands play in shaping sports culture. They also swap stories on locker room playlists, clear Air Force 1s, and why Three 6 Mafia and Project Pat still ring out in the parking lot. Highlights: * Mike’s 5 Disc Changer picks and the stories behind them * What it’s like being in the Titans’ locker room * How music shapes TSU games and HBCU culture * Athletes who cross over into music — the good, the bad, and the fun * Parking Lot Pimpin’: Mike’s let-out anthems Whether you’re a sports fan, music lover, or just down for good stories, this episode brings both worlds together in a way only “The General” can.

Track 8: The Come Up

🎙️ Episode 8: The Come Up | 5 Disc Changer Podcast In this episode, Ashley Autumn sits down with independent artists Ja'Cee. (country singer, Bluebird Café debut) and Lindsey Kaye (singer, actress in The Color Purple) to talk about the journey of “the come up” in today’s music industry. They swap their 5 Disc Changer picks—from Usher, 50 Cent, and Stevie Wonder to Marvin Gaye and Glorilla—while unpacking the nostalgia, healing, and real-life lessons behind the music. The conversation dives deep into: * Breaking barriers as Black independent artists in Nashville * Balancing family, authenticity, and the grind of music * Social media vs. real-life hustle in building a fanbase * Staying true to yourself in a trend-driven industry * The cultural weight of music then vs. now The crew keeps it real with laughs, wisdom, and raw reflections on faith, love, and authenticity. From parking lot anthems to liner note reflections, this episode is all about the heart and hustle of the independent grind.

Ep7: What The Hook Gon' Be

On this episode of the 5 Disc Changer Podcast, host Ashley Autumn is joined by Van Everett and Dana Dane, two-thirds of the legendary Scenario Show crew. Together, they take us on a ride through their top five musical picks, sharing the memories, cultural shifts, and personal stories tied to each track. From Michael Jackson’s Butterflies to Public Enemy’s revolutionary It Takes a Nation of Millions to Hold Us Back, the conversation dives deep into how music shapes identity, culture, and politics. Expect everything from hilarious Gen X vs. Millennial banter, to reflections on artistry, to what songs they’d blast at the let-out in the parking lot.   ✨ Segments include: * 5 Disc Changer: Guests share five tracks that shaped their journey * Cultural Convo: How music moves the culture (whether the world is ready or not) * Parking Lot Pimpin’: That one anthem to flex with at the let-out * Liner Notes: Final reflections that hit like wisdom in album credits   This episode is full of laughs, nostalgia, and sharp cultural insights. Whether you’re a hip-hop head, an R&B lover, or just here for the vibes—this one’s for you.

Track6: The Game Just Aint The Same

On this episode of 5 Disc Changer, host Ashley Autumn is joined by two powerhouse executives shaping music and culture: Kim Ortiz (co-founder of The L.O.V.E. Academy, CEO of Prospective Media Management) and Janiro Hawkins II (co-founder of the Southern Entertainment Awards, Music Supervisor at Onyx Theory Arts).   Together, we dig into their five-disc picks—from Lupe Fiasco and Donny Hathaway to Outkast, Willow, and Mac Miller—and uncover the stories behind why those songs matter. The conversation moves deeper into industry shifts: how audiences are responding to artists like Drake and Young Thug losing momentum, what’s next for independent voices, and how tech, TikTok, and AI are reshaping the music landscape.   As always, we ride through the segments you love: 🎧 5 Disc Changer – the music that shaped our guests 🗣️ Cultural Convo – industry shifts and behind-the-scenes truths 🚗 Parking Lot Pimpin’ – the track you blast pulling out the lot 📓 Liner Notes – reflections on legacy and leaving the culture better than you found it   This one’s for the music nerds, the industry insiders, and anybody who knows the right track at the right time can change everything.

Track5:Daddy's Lessons

Before they were fathers, they were men with dreams, flaws, stories—and soundtracks.   In this powerful and personal episode, host Ashley Autumn sits down with Otis Carter IV (co-founder of 200 Man Stand) and Malcolm Carthledge (filmmaker & Greenwood Studios co-founder) to talk about fatherhood, legacy, music, and the lessons that shaped them along the way.   From Ice Cube and Get Rich or Die Tryin’ to Dom Kennedy, Boosie, College Dropout, and jazz greats like Ellis Marsalis, they unpack what music taught them about manhood, identity, and showing up for their sons.   They discuss: 🎶 The songs that shaped their younger selves 👨🏾‍👦 How fatherhood changed the way they hear music 🧠 Generational healing & the pressure to be “the big dog” 💬 The myth of the absent Black father ✨ Why raising a son is hard—but fun as hell   Whether you’re a dad, a son, or just someone trying to break cycles and build legacy, this episode will make you laugh, reflect, and turn up your speakers.