Getting Close UP!

Getting Close UP!

Getting Close UP! is a YouTube talk show and now a podcast that features independent artist and creatives (musicians, singers, bands, producers, song writer, filmmakers, videographers, clothing designers, event planners, artist, etc.) If you would like to be a guest on our show, please contact us at gcu@thesanct.com.For the video version, check out our YouTube channel: http://www.youtube.com/@thesanctuaryentertainment; like, share and subscribe!!! We’ll be checking 4 U.

Episodes

June 28, 2025 42 mins

If you've ever talked to Danielle you know that she has an affinity with two specific creatives...............authors and artists.

Welcome to episode 2 of season 5 which introduces us to Kitty, a well known artist here in the Kansas City area, known for collaborative live art sessions at concerts and open mics around town. She introduces us to some of her own unique creations and gives some insight into the inspirations that become...

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Season 5, Season 5, Season 5, Season 5, Season 5, Season 5, Season 5

Can you believe we started this talk show 2 years ago, trying to find guest amongst people we know?  Now we have a whole community of creatives that we can call upon to tell their unique stories and display their unique gifts.   

Our first guest of Season 5 is a well known artist in the community and someone who has become a member of the GCU! family.  Please welc...

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We've reached the end of season 4, ending with a creative who's walk through life led down the black and white path of Kansas straight to the yellow brick road to Dream Street.

Betting on himself, Lucas Carpenter uprooted his comfy, cozy, safe surroundings to follow his dream to be come a film producer; leaving Kansas for the bright lights of NY. Lucas and Danielle touch on his inspiring journey. From miraculously overcoming from b...

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There is such a negative connotation when referring to someone a two faced, but what about when someone is referred to as the man with one thousand and one faces? Well let's meet him...............welcome to the purple chairs Michael McQuary.

Host Danielle Cox and Mr. Michael McQuary go back in time to the days of old Hollywood, the New York Club Kid scene and the years of impersonation that have defined Michael as the great talent...

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Bugzy Beast, Gnotezz, King Kihei and Antonio J are the special guest who makeup the S4E9 Panel Show.

You can only image what it’s like bringing 4 different rappers with different experiences at different places in their career to talk on all the different topics that define who an artist is.

Host Danielle Cox and our 4 guest present to you………theRapper Panel.

You can also see the video version of this episode on our YouTube channel:...

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If you remember the Band Leader panel show from Season 3 (episode 11) then you will surely remember our S4E8 guest, songstress Frankie Lynn Shorez.

Host Danielle Cox and Frankie getting into new conversations regarding building a fan base, being an artist and manager, new singles and being the odd woman out in a family of athletes; culminating in the ability to take all her experiences and wrap them up in deep, thought provoking, h...

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How do you come up with a name like Delilah Sugarwood, well it involves a bird, a condominium and some great advice from a friend.

Tune into this episode and find the answer to the riddle as Host Danielle Cox and Delilah Sugarwood embark on an exciting transformation that helps us understand the magical, colorful world of Delilah Sugarwood!

You can also see the video version of this episode on our YouTube channel:  https://youtu.be...

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Batman has his gadgets, Tony Stark has his technology. Who do you get when you combine both with music,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,Jansen Wooten.

In the wake of Danielle's summer illness guest host Antonio J steps in to introduce us to the newest superhero of sonic compositions, exploring the different instruments (some purchased and some home made) and the training and techniques acquired to master each.

This is a different take on explorin...

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Season 4, episode 5 brings a new ingredient to the GCU! recipe.

Meet Chef Christina Clark. Her egg rolls, her, dumplings, and oh to taste her fried rice (she made it in the studio during this episode); it's no wonder she is the at the top of the food chain when someone is looking for a personal chef.

Danielle and Christina talk about the decisions to pursue a career in the creative design of food and her aspirations of taking contr...

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Have you ever met someone who can do it all? Well let Danielle introduce you to Markus Raines.

He's a rapper, he's a singer, he's an actor, he's a producer, he's a writer (shall I go on?). Having all of these talents under his belt, you can only image where this interview goes.

Danielle and Markus get deep down into each and every one of these EGOT defining gifts with a very deep insight into an artist mind, body and soul.

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Zach, Aaron and Duncan are our special guest.  Together their individual musical gifts create an eclectic sound that will take you through a time warp of musical vision.  Welcome Cat Voltron!

Danielle and the boys explore the origin of how their name was chosen  and how it defines their sound  and style.  They dive into the music and the business behind it.  You also may get some news about a new EP that should drop right around wh...

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Today's artist is a phenomenal talent. Andrea Tribitt is a singer a songwriter, an entrepreneur, a motivational speaker, a counselor, a mother, a sister and mentor all wrapped up with a new start on life.

Danielle and Andrea talk about her creative nature, her being a part of the grammy award winning gospel group "The Sound of Blackness" and venture into her other creative endeavor such as "Drea's Naughty Nuts"

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And we are back!!!  Season 4 opens with a unique individual of whom Danielle describes as an "Experience".  Welcome Luke "Skippy" Harbur of Music by Skippy.

Beatbox professional, singer, songwriter, music producer, theatrical producer and the list goes on and on.  Growing up with a rare condition but given a second chance at life to become the showman we meet today, Danielle and Skippy dive deep into the music business and the uniq...

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Welcome to the end of season 3! We would like to thank you guys for supporting our efforts as we work to give the creative community a voice.

Episode 11 is something new that we tried as we gathered several Kansas City creative to talk about what it means to be a Band Leader.

Join Host Danielle Cox as she sits down with Jamogi, Joshua James, Rachel McMillan and Frankie Lynn Shorez to find out what it takes to guide other musical cr...

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Have you ever wondered what success is? Songstress, actress and bandleader LeShea Wright helps us to understand, it's not about the money, but the ability to do the things you love the most!

Danielle and LeShea talk about the early beginnings of being a part of a musical family and finding a way to become an individual powerhouse talent.  Check out episode 10 of season 3.  This interview is sure to open your eyes to a versatile tal...

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September 27, 2024 28 mins

Episode 9 brings Danielle face to face with one of the most fearless artist, unafraid to share all that he is through his musical poetry. Let's welcome Real As Ever.

Whether he is rapping or singing, you can't deny the taking a walk through the journey of his life as you listen to each song. You are surely to find solas in knowing that you aren't the only one who has had lived through the multiple chapters that are outlined as our ...

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September 13, 2024 27 mins

All the way from Florida, our guest on episode 8 is a songwriter, producer, singer, and one-man band who goes by the name "Misty Island"

Let's meet the man behind the band, Brandon Davis. He and Danielle talk musical influences and how creating a sound that others don't understand has helped him find his tribe,

You can also check out the video version of this episode: https://youtu.be/OHdH54FhPJM

 

 

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Season 3 Episode 7 features a new creative we've not yet featured on the show. Welcome videographer, businessman and owner of fN Scene Productions; Michael Drone.

Danielle and Michael sit down to talk about betting it all on oneself and the tenacity and determination to turn your creativity into a sustaining source of life giving sustenance.

You can also check out the video version of this episode:  https://youtu.be/DZ0YKA8LZbw

 

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September 2, 2024 43 mins

You are creative............

You are independent................

You walk to the beat of your own drum..................

Ever have trouble describing yourself? Look no further, our guest today falls into the above categories, defining his personality as "Swoovi"

Host Danielle Cox and Zack "Swoovi" Hoskins get into the depths of how you can also become Swoovi.

You can also check out the video version of this episode:  https://youtu....

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Ever thought about starting your own fashion line?  Ever wonder what it takes to make it happen?  Check out this episode of Getting Close UP! as host Danielle Cox sits down with CEO and designer of Pacific Coast Supply Clothing, Brandon Kennedy.

Brandon shares with you his transformation from dancer, rapper to now a fashion designer

You can also check out the video version of this episode: https://youtu.be/_fgSGniA1h0

 

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