Two Virgins
Two Virgins
Recent Episodes
On this week's episode, Sam and Teresa interview Mesonjixx over a cortado. Mesonjixx is an artist, composer, writer, performer, collaborator, and organizer based in the Great Plains. Mesonjixx has performed as a soloist, trio, quartet, and full band — both while living in Chicago and Nebraska. Mesonjixx talks to Teresa and Sam about performing live, how her compositional style has evolved, as well as using music to get to a place of healing.
On this week's episode, Sam and Teresa interview Ivy Sole over a glass of strawberry banana smoothie. Ivy Sole is a Charlotte-born, Philadelphia-raised rapper and producer who released their most recent album Candid in February 22, following their 2020 predecessor SOUTHPAW. Ivy Sole talks to Teresa and Sam about the meaning behind their album title, the importance of community, and their favorite song to produce.
On this week's episode of Two Virgins, Sam and Teresa interview Cities Aviv (Gavin Mays) over a can of Milkis. Cities Aviv is a rapper and record producer from Memphis known for his wide-ranging production and rapping style, which is influenced by genres cutting across hip-hop, soul, and rock. In February 2022, Cities Aviv released his newest album MAN PLAYS THE HORN. Cities Aviv talks to Teresa and Sam about choosing vocal samples, playing the album loud, and reflecting on his discography.
On this week's episode, Sam and Teresa interview Jlin over an Arizona tea. Jlin is a Gary, Indiana-based producer, who constantly reshapes the genre of footwork with every subsequent project. In December 2021, she released her newest EP, Embryo, to critical acclaim. Jlin talks to Sam and Teresa about her journey through footwork and her approach to production.
On this week's episode, Sam and Teresa interview Jana Rush over a cup of ginger and lemon tea. Jana Rush is a Chicago-based footwork producer, who started DJing when they were just ten years old. In August 2021, they released Painful Enlightenment, their second album. Jana talks to Sam and Teresa about their approach to sampling, exploring emotional themes, and how footwork has evolved in Chicago.