This week on Weekly Cut, Justin Simmons and Louis Romero sit down with rising Denver R&B artist Keenan Trevon for an inspiring conversation about music, motivation, and what it takes to chase your dreams. From Motown family roots to building his name in Denver and Aurora, Keenan shares the personal story behind his rise and what’s next with the Buy Me Flowers Tour.

Keenan opens up about the artists who shaped his sound, the emotional process behind creating music, why live performances are so powerful, and how fans can truly support independent artists in today’s streaming era. If you love music, local culture, and authentic stories, this is an episode you don’t want to miss.

Timestamps:

00:00 – Intro & Welcome Back to Weekly Cut

00:17 – Meet Special Guest Keenan Trevon

02:12 – Growing Up in a Musical Family & Motown Roots

05:28 – Prince, Chris Brown & Musical Influences

06:32 – Bryson Tiller’s Impact & Life-Changing Inspiration

10:35 – The Vulnerability of Making Music 12:26 – Keenan’s Favorite Songs & Creative Process

14:24 – Favorite Covers & Reimagining Songs 17:05 – Buy Me Flowers Tour Details & Tour Stops

20:03 – Denver Music Scene & Collaborators

22:50 – Supporting Local Community & R&R Head Labs

26:38 – Drake, Kendrick, J. Cole Debate 29:33 – Does Real Emotion Make Better Music?

31:29 – Why Seeing Live Music Hits Different

32:51 – Best Ways to Support Independent Artists

35:57 – What Brings Keenan the Most Joy Performing

37:50 – Casa Lotos Toast & Final Thoughts

39:33 – May 23 Bluebird Theater Show Plug

40:14 – Outro & Weekly Cut Closing Message