Gerald Rodriguez shared their story and experiences with us recently and you can find our conversation below.
Hi Gerald, thank you for taking the time to reflect back on your journey with us. I think our readers are in for a real treat. There is so much we can all learn from each other and so thank you again for opening up with us. Let’s get into it: What is a normal day like for you right now?
I get up around 6am every morning, even my days off. I get ready while I listen to some music then I head out to work. I work at a public radio station and the first job I do every day is gather news for this local news show I host called “A Las Ocho” which airs at 8am Monday through Friday. I work on that until 8am then I start programming other shows for the day. That usually keeps me busy until noon when I go to lunch. I usually run errands or work on a song for my break and I go back to work at 1pm. I usually spend the next 3 hours of the afternoon working on grants, budgets, and any other book keeping needed. When I get home I unwind with some music while I unpack myself for the day. I will make some dinner then get in my home studio to either work on some new songs or to finish up projects. Sometimes I just sit and listen to beats while I freestyle and come up with concepts. Sometimes I rehearse for upcoming gigs. I usually do concerts or traveling on my one day off every week. Thats an average day for me.
Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
I’m G-Stylez and I am a rapper/producer/dj/radio personality/graphic designer and I run my own independent record label/production company called 8000 Feet Productions. Under the label I have my solo music, a Rock band called Stylez and the Blueprint, and a Hip-Hop duo called 8Grand. I produce along with my long time friend D.R.K. Beats. We are basically a one stop shop for creating content for audio streaming platforms and video streaming platforms. I host a radio show called the Retro Rewind at KRZA, where I play all different genres from the 80’s and back. I also host a podcast called “WORD! Podcast” where I tailor make every episode to fit the guests. I have interviewed everyone from musicians to voice actors. And I host a YouTube show called “Style Flip” where I take a random instrumental from well known songs and flip it in my own style. I have been doing music and art since I was around 12 or 13. I am currently working on numerous music projects for 2026. I just currently released an album titled “Concrete Poetry”.
Thanks for sharing that. Would love to go back in time and hear about how your past might have impacted who you are today. Who taught you the most about work?
My parents both taught me to work hard. My dad did construction and ranch work so he taught me to get up early and be consistent about getting things done. My mom is the most creative person I know and she taught me how to create art and crafts. She taught me how to be a jack of all trades.
What did suffering teach you that success never could?
To be humble! I’ve learned more from suffering in my life than being successful could ever teach me. I couldn’t be as successful without going through pain first. I had a pretty rough childhood and I have learned to make something out of nothing the majority of my life. Growing up in poverty and still making it in this world is a bigger success in my opinion. You have to cross way more hurdles than most plus still do your day to day work.
Next, maybe we can discuss some of your foundational philosophies and views? Is the public version of you the real you?
Usually if i’m out in public I am the real version of myself. When i’m in the studio, on stage, or on a video I tend to put more of my rapper persona G-Stylez out there. At that time I am a performer and I have more of a cocky attitude and twice the confidence I normally do.
Okay, we’ve made it essentially to the end. One last question before you go. What is the story you hope people tell about you when you’re gone?
I hope people remember me as a great lyricist, performer, and great guy with a big heart. I hope they look back at all the good times we had and not be able to think about any bad times.
Contact Info:
- Website: www.gstylez.bandcamp.com
- Instagram: @gstylez8000
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/officialgstylez
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Stylez719/
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@gstylez719
- Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/g-stylez
