Meet Kyna “bam” Ealey

We recently connected with Kyna “bam” Ealey and have shared our conversation below.

Hi Kyna “Bam”, thanks for sharing your insights with our community today. Part of your success, no doubt, is due to your work ethic and so we’d love if you could open up about where you got your work ethic from?

I get my work ethic from my Mother. My mom raised my sister I by herself until we were 8 & 9 yrs old. Even after marrying my stepdad.; she continued to take care of everything while my Dad was deployed. Growing up; I have watched her accomplish amazing things. And overcome every challenge. My Mother always worked and educated herself on the skills need to advance. As a adult and mother myself, I really respect her hustle and drive. And I think back and wonder how did she do that. My Mother has always been my biggest cheerleader. She continues to push me to achieve my dreams. Anything I have ever wanted to accomplish throughout my career and music, she is always says. “Okay what do we need to do in order to make it happen.”

Thanks for sharing that. So, before we get any further into our conversation, can you tell our readers a bit about yourself and what you’re working on?

Most times I feel like an onion with many layers. I am an independent Rap Artist, who produces a local Tv show in Nashville called CultureVille. My music career has been a journey for many years. I am so proud of the music that I create. I launched my own record label, Love is Life Entertainment so I could take control of my image and brand. I spent many years learning the industry. And although I had a degree in Computer Science, I studied the music business by taking onlines classes in Music Industry Concentration offered by the College of Liberal Arts. And took advantage of every opportunity to learn. After years of helping artists realize their goals; I released my debut solo album “WhoIam. WhoIam is a look at who JusBam is as an artist, and a person. And my official introduction as an Artist. By them most people knew me as a Record Executive and Magazine Editor. So this album showcased me as an Emcee. I want the audience to listen to it and by the end have a good understanding of who I am. With soulful and conscious lyrics bringing new life to rap music. With an old-school flavor making my style diverse. From the album, I have headlined numerous venues featuring hip-hop music and spoken word throughout the eastern region.
Now I’m back in the Studio working on a new project but could not wait to share some new music with my fans/supporters. So I released “Working Contradiction”. Working Contradiction is a preview of my new project. With two new singles “Use Me Up” & “Instructions”. The EP takes it back to classic Hip-Hop, with a capella and instrumental versions for the DJs & B-Boy/B-Girls of course. Two completely different sides of JusBam. A defiant contradiction.
Use Me Up is a powerful uplifting song that reflects the positive blessing in life. Produced and featuring Nadir Omowale of Detriot, MI. “Use Me Up” is the perfect song to show everyone what I have been up to lately. Inspired by Bill Whithers, this song will lift your spirits and change your thinking.
Instructions is a masterpiece produced by Reavis Mitchell in Nashville, TN. This song gives my fans an up close and personal interaction. A spoken word journey that gets erotic as I explain what it would be like to love me.
I am most excited about a new adventure I have been on for the last 5 years. I am the Producer of a local TV show on Access Nashville called “CultureVille”. CultureVille is a weekly TV series showcasing Urban Culture in Middle TN. Airing on Access Nashville (NECAT Network) . Access Nashville broadcasts locally-produced television shows in Davidson County on Comcast and on AT&T U-Verse in 19 middle Tennessee counties. I love it. I feel like this is the best outlet for me to use all my talents. And at the same time I get to provide independent artists, entrepreneurs, and creatives a platform to be seen. And highlight my community and urban culture in Nashville.

Looking back, what do you think were the three qualities, skills, or areas of knowledge that were most impactful in your journey? What advice do you have for folks who are early in their journey in terms of how they can best develop or improve on these?

One quality that has most impacted my journey is my love for learning. Before producing my own show; I took classes on how to make television. Then worked as a Technical Director for several other shows for a year. So I can learn from other producers on what works. By watching others, I learned how to develop my show idea and plan tapings.

Second is a skill. I would definitely say that my skills as a songwriter and Emcee have impacted my journey. And the reason I have come this far. I started writing poetry. Then in college my friend helped me learn how to freestyle. Then I learned to write songs. My love for Hip-hop is part of my history. I enjoy continuing to craft my skills to be a better artist. That is my advice; never stop improving your skills set.

The third thing I would say impacted my journey is my ability to multitask. By putting my focus on all the things I am good at, keeps me being creative. I work in graphic design, networking, and content creation. All are areas of knowledge that will elevate my endeavors. Being able to balance being a mom, producer, and artist keeps me grounded. And by always keeping a constant income stream, I am able to live out my dreams.

Awesome, really appreciate you opening up with us today and before we close maybe you can share a book recommendation with us. Has there been a book that’s been impactful in your growth and development?

I love to read. And collect books as a sort of a hobby. One book that changed my life is called “The Power of Your Subconscious Mind” by Joseph Murphy. Reading this book, inspired me to write my song “Use Me Up”. One of my favorite quotes is “Change your thoughts, and change your destiny”. This book played a huge role in my spiritual, artistry, and entrepreneurial development.

I have said many times throughout this interview that researching and studying your craft or business is a huge advantage for success. There are 2 books that help me; “Guerrilla Marketing” by Jay Levinson & “Sweat the Technique” by Rakim.

Reading Rakim’s journey and understanding how he was able to navigate the music industry was inspiring. He has been able to remain current and establish himself as a legend in Hip-Hop. I went to a concert he headlined in Nashville, and actually got him to sign it. There is a chapter called Find Inspiration to be Great. A nugget of wisdom “We are good at birth…we all begin with a pretty equal amount of skill, talent, or know-how…..Being good is one thing but you have to push yourself to be great.” – Rakim

“Guerrilla Marketing” by Jay Levinson has been revised many times over the years. I always try to find the latest copy. Jay Levinson originally published the book in 1983. But his strategy and tactic for small business are continuing to be used today. And is now considered the bible of marketing and entrepreneur advice. I recommend the section called “The Thirteen Most Important Marketing Secrets.” They can be used for any small business and endeavor.

My last favorite is actually a book of plays. “9 Plays by Black Women” edited by Margaret Wilerson. It features 9 remarkable playwrights. I was first introduced to the book in middle school. I have been acting in Theatre since I was 12 yrs old. I was cast in a play by Kathleen Collins called “The Brothers”. At the end of production the director gave me this book. “The Brother” is one of the plays included. I have a dream to one day produce all 9 plays in a live theater production to put on film.

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