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Flow State with Harry Mack

Harry Mack

Harry Mack, multi-talented artist and rapper known for his electrifying freestyle rap videos, explores the many facets of creativity and artistic flow states. Through conversations with notable artists, musicians, and thought leaders, and casual explorations of Harry’s own process, Flow State seeks to inspire the creative spark within.

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#41
August 31 · 1 hr 23 min
What Losing Everything Taught Me
In Episode 41 of Flow State Podcast, Harry reflects on the lack of permanence in life as he prepares to move again, and explores how constantly chasing new gear can become a form of procrastination. He discusses the minimum conditions needed to create, how to push through mental fatigue, and whether it’s actually possible to perfect the art of freestyle. After responding to a fan-submitted freestyle, Harry puts the episode’s ideas to the test with a freestyle of his own. _____ SHOW NOTES: Top 20 Most Destructive Wildfires www.fire.ca.gov/our-impact/statistics Nothing Is Permanent | Flow State with Harry Mack #29 https://youtu.be/LLa6TBZNfk8 J.R. Ward https://jrward.com/ The Singles Deluxe https://www.harrymackofficial.com/the-singles-deluxe GET OVER HERE! | Harry Mack Behind The Bars 016 https://youtu.be/ubDa_46t_9c?si=G35pLygZ6LY9jqc_ Scratch https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Scratch_(2001_film) Blackalicious - Blazing Arrow https://open.spotify.com/album/0DyXkWHnFMIJSuHfLgNfcc?si=UREkll9GTyuw_GVIquhu3Q Music Millennium https://musicmillennium.com/ Crystal Ballroom https://www.crystalballroompdx.com/ _______ 00:00:00 Intro 00:03:39 Moving Again 00:20:28 Moments of Flow: J.R. Ward - Invest The Time 00:34:57 Managing Self-Censorship 00:41:56 Pushing Through Mental Fatigue 00:56:05 Falling in Love with Hip-Hop 01:02:49 Can freestyle be taught and perfected? 01:10:15 Freestyle Submission - Paul R. 01:15:39 Closing Freestyle
#40
August 10 · 1 hr 32 min
My Most Memorable Freestyles
In Episode 40 of Flow State Podcast, Harry reflects on his recent European tour and explores the power of musical influence in this episode’s Moments of Flow featuring Branford Marsalis. In Meet The Team, video editor Todd asks Harry how he processes the impact his work has on fans’ lives. Harry also answers questions about what makes a freestyle memorable, his thoughts on AI freestyles, and just how far ahead he thinks while freestyling. After reacting to a fan-submitted freestyle, Harry recaps the episode in classic Flow State fashion.Show Notes: Iconoclast https://www.harrymackofficial.com/iconoclast Branford Marsalis https://www.branfordmarsalis.com/ Marsalis Family https://marsalismusic.com/marsalis-family Art Blakey http://artblakey.com/ Philly Joe Jones https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Philly_Joe_Jones Papa Jo Jones https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jo_Jones Big Sid Catlett https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sid_Catlett Kenny Clarke https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kenny_Clarke Todd Bishop https://www.instagram.com/bldg17/ www.toddbishop.co Omegle Bars 18 (with Di3sel Optic) https://youtu.be/VBBMfHGMs7Isi=0EbPR0rvEIVvCOyQ&t=785 Kendrick Video https://youtube.com/shorts/91G9Y4Fj_Ls Drive-By Freestyles In NYC - Nobody Saw It Coming https://youtu.be/iwitE5_mW60 Harry Mack Turns Up The SEC Championship Tailgate | Guerrilla Bars 73 https://youtu.be/WUmFHa73rDI The Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron https://bookshop.org/a/102858/9780143129257 My Most Embarrassing Moments in Freestyle | Flow State with Harry Mack #39 (Saul Good Freestyle) https://youtu.be/MfLYdyw2CEs?si=hqSCrIALviYg-Ahw&t=4780 Wozz Beats https://www.youtube.com/@wozzbeats/videos Timestamps 00:00 Intro00:45 Euro Tour Recap14:36 Moments of Flow: Branford Marsalis - The Lineage of Influence27:31 Art Blakey is a character30:30 Meet The Team: Todd - Longform Editor48:00 Q1: What makes for a memorable freestyle?54:54 Q2: The Sweet-Spot of Word Suggestions01:04:14: Q3: AI Language Models and Freestyle01:11:58 Thinking Ahead During Freestyles01:18:13 Fan Submitted Freestyle - Wozz Beats*01:26:57 Closing Freestyle
#39
July 20 · 1 hr 30 min
My Most Embarrassing Moments in Freestyle
In Episode 39 of Flow State Podcast, Harry returns with a solo episode as he prepares for his European tour. This episode’s Moments of Flow features Rick Rubin talking about ignoring the outcome when being creative, and a bonus Moment of Flow features a costumed character absolutely shredding it on the drums. In Meet The Team, iKaanic asks Harry about his obsession with practicing. Harry also reflects on embarrassing moments that have stayed with him over the years, reacts to a fan-submitted freestyle, and closes the episode with his signature recap freestyle. Show Notes Huberman Lab - Protocols to Access Creative Energy and Process | Rick Rubin https://youtu.be/GpgqXCkRO-w?si=r9Du5w0qG5CNezDr Nyango Star Drumming https://youtu.be/-UYgORr5Qhg?si=ORSBRNJ4SOqwutrs iKaanic - In Peace https://open.spotify.com/album/7o47Ncq38sOpEaVFPknV2r?si=_8LPoTljTnS8GJ2ny-3ynA iKaanic https://www.youtube.com/ikaanic https://www.instagram.com/ikaanic/ Israel Annoh https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gpcZpmRLm6A https://pindangorecords.com/recordings-albums-artists/afuebe-by-israel-annoh/ Sonny Rollins https://sonnyrollins.com/ J Dilla Batches https://open.spotify.com/album/6weRSYjUgB6yPz3HAUTlFr?si=tx2PQSweTZ-klLr9TR_wwA https://open.spotify.com/album/43dlRbuIleFKd8fOAsZv9B?si=2ca3884632ca4293 https://open.spotify.com/album/2YkfSY3iYHt8ntC0FF3JIu?si=aa4e55e8c43b42e2 https://open.spotify.com/album/1zpnkC3MR6hIaVfxgg0KFo?si=144603a550ba4e77 MF DOOM Special Herbs https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1YHFqY4cLcpCxSi4hplSzJ?si=1yVZprcUT_60iNP1iH0dQA MadLib https://open.spotify.com/album/12Ul3nb1lU4EJN8ZFSMHGn?si=fd66f109339f4bf1 2001 Instrumental https://open.spotify.com/album/3t3Ar2cJUVLY6yTRmrezI8?si=c8ada02270cc4774 Still Dre https://open.spotify.com/track/503OTo2dSqe7qk76rgsbep?si=127976cc06164997 Mobb Deep https://open.spotify.com/track/1VIG2mUBL5JoXbcKKXU2af?si=16f0269076bd417e https://open.spotify.com/track/7N1Vjtzr1lmmCW9iasQ8YO?si=9092bd467eb440f8 Milkbone Keep It Real https://open.spotify.com/track/2pFqCPGkedpl5ThtyNvmEG?si=b0fbb4fadd964a9b Wu-Tang https://open.spotify.com/track/119c93MHjrDLJTApCVGpvx?si=fb132632df6e40bd https://open.spotify.com/track/37jaEO9DnuZmpcHPWyBF6A?si=0e95abcd845c48c8 PeteStrumentals https://open.spotify.com/album/3BXHZmPR0u5TBVlxcp4Tjk?si=o2rqbsh4SLibZzP8uW2EvQ Gang Starr https://open.spotify.com/track/30oTS7bm0aH3p7lqjEIu8q?si=e18547386f4e4ef0 https://open.spotify.com/track/3lGBvPUgO7MJltUnBlOpe9?si=5003e42b89dd44fa Pharcyde Runnin’ https://open.spotify.com/track/0XgpiStoxq1IJncYlPrvZ5?si=bb0a40aa4a404ca1 SaulGoodwww.youtube.com/@saulgood_music*Corrected to accurately reflect the name of the freestyler 00:00:00 Intro 00:01:35 Rehearsing for Euro Tour 00:11:56 Moments of Flow: Rick Rubin 00:29:19 Moments of Flow: Nyango Star 00:35:56 Meet the Team - iKaanic asks “Why is Harry so obsessed with practicing?” 00:56:31 Filling Y’all With Joy 01:04:53 Jazz Standards of Rap 01:12:02 Stories of Embarrassment 01:18:46 Fan Submitted Freestyle - SaulGood 01:23:52 Closing Freestyle
#38
June 29 · 1 hr 39 min
I Tried To Go On Vacation...
In Episode 38 of Flow State Podcast, Harry returns with a solo episode introducing the world to his alter ego, "Vacation Harry," and reflecting on the importance of rest, balance, and creativity. This episode’s Moments of Flow features Austin Kleon, who shares why there’s no finish line to a creative life, along with a bonus moment of inspiration from David Bowie. In Meet The Team, Cheyne asks Harry how becoming a father has influenced his creativity. Harry also answers fan questions about the relationship between music and memory, finding flow state in the kitchen, and rap’s lasting influence, before reacting to a fan-submitted freestyle and closing the episode with some bars. _____ Show Notes:EUROPE 2026 FESTIVALS TICKETS ON SALE https://www.harrymackofficial.com/shows Austin Kleon https://austinkleon.com/ Blackout Poetry https://austinkleon.com/newspaperblackout/ Keep Going https://bookshop.org/a/102858/9781523506644 Steal Like An Artist https://bookshop.org/a/102858/9780761169253 Show Your Work https://bookshop.org/a/102858/9780761178972 Roy Haynes https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roy_Haynes Inspirations - Michael Apted https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Inspirations_(film) The Creative Act by Rick Rubin https://bookshop.org/a/102858/9780593652886 Cheyne Jones https://www.instagram.com/cheynejones/ Deusy59 https://www.youtube.com/@deusy59 00:00:00 Intro00:01:46 Harry Takes A Vacation00:20:44 Moments of Flow: Austin Kleon00:32:41 Moments of Flow: David Bowie00:44:48 Meet The Team: Cheyne asks “How Does Starting A Family Affect Your Creativity?”00:56:23 The connection between music and memory01:07:26 Flow State In a Professional Kitchen01:11:58 The Influence of Rap01:23:26 Freestyle Submission: DeusyRaps01:32:35 Closing Freestyle
#37
June 8 · 1 hr 39 min
I Jammed With Norah Jones
In Episode 37 of Flow State Podcast, Harry reflects on his recent appearance on Playing Along With Norah Jones and the musical insights he gained from the experience. He explores the role of repetition and motif in music, and how familiar patterns can create powerful moments of connection and expression. In this episode’s Meet The Team segment, DJ Sur Jazz asks about the business side of Harry Mack, leading to a conversation about balancing creativity with entrepreneurship. Harry also shares his thoughts on control versus surrender in freestyle rap, reacts to a fan-submitted freestyle, and closes the episode with a recap freestyle in classic Flow State fashion. _____ Show Notes: Norah Jones Is Playing Along with Harry Mack (Podcast Season 2 Episode 27) https://youtu.be/F4gGroSuYWk?si=zBgFOkqGEbjgukyN Brian Blade https://www.brianblade.com/ Logic www.youtube.com/@logic Questlove https://questlove.com/ Christian McBride https://www.christianmcbride.com/ Harry Mack Drum Solo Live In Tilburg https://youtu.be/7NX2StRvdoI Harry Mack - "Bounce House" Car Freestyle - Jacob Mann https://youtu.be/gqGThHzAilw?si=kcpuk6uf5HwZeIi6 Euro Tour — All Headlining Shows SOLD OUT https://www.harrymackofficial.com/shows Keith Haring https://www.haring.com/ Michael Small’s I Couldn’t Throw It Out - How Keith Haring Changed Art: Hear Him in '83 https://www.throwitoutpodcast.com/how-keith-haring-changed-art-hear-him-in-83/ Wild Style https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wild_Style Harry Mack Freestyles from Randomlists.com https://youtu.be/fYFiBJVbdf8?si=pnFOG61uui--KLTI Harry Mack Portland Freestyle https://youtu.be/EJp8pHc2MQQ?si=Cix_wpA_7ueXE32F Scratch https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Scratch_(2001_film)) Sur Jazz https://www.youtube.com/@surjazz_ https://www.instagram.com/surjazz/ Timestamps: 00:00:00 Intro 00:01:01 Norah Jones Podcast 00:29:37 Moments of Flow - Keith Haring 00:47:33 Meet the Team - Sur Jazz Asks About the Business Side of H Mack 01:09:28 Do Your Best Lines Come From Control or Surrender? 01:18:13 When Did You Know It Wasn’t Time To Quit? 01:26:42 Freestyle Submission - Mark R 01:32:23 Closing Freestyle
#36
May 18 · 2 hr
I Opened For Lil Jon In Idaho
In Episode 36 of Flow State Podcast, Harry returns with a solo episode centered on pushing beyond comfort zones in pursuit of growth. He reflects on opening for Lil Jon in Idaho, creating a brand new type of freestyle performance for his TED Talk, and the therapeutic possibilities of art. In this episode’s Meet The Team segment, Jordana asks Harry how he deals with perfectionism. Harry also answers fan questions about the hardest freestyle skill to master and how different beats influence the direction of a rap. After reacting to a fan-submitted freestyle, he closes the episode with a recap freestyle in classic Flow State fashion._____ Show Notes: Submit a Question or Freestyle to Flow State Podcast https://www.harrymackofficial.com/flowstatepod Lil Jon https://www.liljon.com/ TED https://www.ted.com/ Jacob Collier https://www.jacobcollier.com/ Reggie Watts https://www.reggie-watts.com/ Euro Tour https://www.harrymackofficial.com/shows David Lynch https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BH4qD5Fzyjk https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/David_Lynch Jordana Wright https://www.instagram.com/jordanawright/ https://www.jordanawright.com/ EPIC 14 Word Freestyle For Baseball LEGENDS https://youtu.be/JDCPVRHgG_M?si=MR98XwU1M-gOoUIO Sur Jazz https://www.youtube.com/@surjazz_ Neural Correlates of Lyrical Improvisation: An fMRI Study of Freestyle Rap https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3498928/ Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mihaly_Csikszentmihalyi ARIatHOME x bkNext https://www.twitch.tv/ariathome/clip/InspiringPrettiestChickpeaTheRinger-8Cz11Ajtc-BdHsIX _____ 00:00:00 Intro 00:01:16 I Got To Open for Lil Jon 00:04:03 My TED Talk 00:28:17 Euro Tour 2026 00:29:20 Moments of Flow: David Lynch on Suffering in Art 00:43:49 Meet The Team: Jordana Asks “How do you deal with perfectionism?” 01:00:02 What’s the hardest freestyle skill to master? 01:21:20 How does the beat influence the rap? 01:30:38 Can we see a brain scan while Harry freestyles? 01:37:17 Fan Submitted Freestyle: Y 01:51:43 Closing Freestyle
#35
April 27 · 1 hr 33 min
Fear and Excitement For My TED Talk
In episode 35 of Flow State Podcast, Harry Mack talks about preparing for his recent TED performance, wild moments improvising with Marc Rebillet, and taking time to follow your own creative path. In this episode’s Meet The Team segment, short-form video editor Bryan asks Harry what it takes to turn off the impulse to rhyme. Harry answers questions about keeping freestyling fun, mental buffering while flowing off-top, and avoiding overwhelm, before reacting to a fan-submitted freestyle, and closing it out with some bars. _____ Show Notes: TED https://www.ted.com/ Jacob Collier https://www.jacobcollier.com/ Marc Rebillet - HARRY MACK IS ON THE STREAM https://www.youtube.com/live/ggLpFa6CQyU?si=lyX21FUu2047o0ve Boomtown with Marc Rebillet https://www.instagram.com/reel/C_8ZigCvtAn/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Euro Tour https://www.harrymackofficial.com/shows Lauryn Hill talks about the pressure of making more music vs. creative freedom https://youtu.be/KM87JhDpZcw?si=JNz5xUEtJkPkL5ae Lauryn Hill - The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill https://open.spotify.com/album/1BZoqf8Zje5nGdwZhOjAtD?si=yJIacMpUSu6OYH-Z0u8XvQ Nas - Illmatic https://open.spotify.com/album/3kEtdS2pH6hKcMU9Wioob1?si=vBcMnBdMQFCYtqhw12nc3Q Harry Mack - Contents Under Pressure https://www.harrymackofficial.com/contents-under-pressure Joey Bada$$ Impressed By YouTube Rapper Harry Mack's Freestyle https://youtu.be/-YKaNXIyfD4?si=vw5gcrPbFzJiC3xA Bryan https://www.instagram.com/ichbinbryan/ 00:00:00 Intro 00:01:10 Fear and Excitement for TED 00:28:03 Moments of Flow: Lauryn Hill 00:38:22 Meet The Team: Bryan - Can You Turn Off Rhyming? 00:48:18 How Do You Keep Freestyling Fun? 00:52:55 Does Your Brain Ever Lag? 01:07:29 How Do You Avoid Being Creatively Overwhelmed? 01:15:46 Fan Freestyle Submission - Shawn Phillips 01:26:11 Closing Freestyle
#34
April 13 · 1 hr 31 min
How Guerrilla Bars Is Made
Harry Mack is BACK with Flow State Podcast Episode 34! This time Harry talks about revolutionizing his time management with the help of a Big Ass Calendar and he discusses his belief that creativity is universal and there’s no wrong way to be creative. This episode’s Meet The Team segment features AxsDeny with a question about how Guerrilla Bars episodes are made. Harry answers burning questions about what exactly is in his backpack, and can Sam with the cam actually read Harry’s mind, before reacting to a freestyle submission and closing things out with some bars. _______ Show Notes: Big Ass Calendar https://thebigasscalendar.com/ Jesse Itzler https://jesseitzler.com/ Running Man Festival https://runningmanfestival.com/ TED - All Of Us 2026 https://conferences.ted.com/ted2026 Euro Tour — **Vienna Show is now sold out https://www.harrymackofficial.com/shows Cartoonist Lynda Barry teaches us how to silence our inner critic and draw like a child - Q with Tom Power https://youtu.be/2CfmeTPQHLE?si=b77X9yK-8Zvs-_oC Lynda Barry https://drawnandquarterly.com/author/lynda-barry/ Keith Jarrett Essay https://nyti.ms/48AWEwr Victor Wooten https://www.victorwooten.com/ Harry Mack - Venice Beach Freestyle (Part 1) https://youtu.be/jjjkAVgMzd4 Harry Mack King Liquor Freestyle https://youtu.be/4Gl83XjzUKg Harry Mack Echo Park Freestyle https://youtu.be/dTPQkEzbRMc Harry Mack - Santa Monica Freestyle https://youtu.be/CTlqmmzlDB0 Contents Under Pressurehttps://www.harrymackofficial.com/contents-under-pressure AxsDeny AxsDeny.com https://www.twitch.tv/axsdeny https://www.instagram.com/axsdeny https://www.youtube.com/@axsdeny https://www.twitch.tv/hennsylvania Harry Mack - SOULilloquies EP https://youtu.be/F7FsA3JSOHQ Harry Mack - Rap Coltrane EP | FULLY IMPROVISED FREESTYLE PROJECT https://youtu.be/rLIkQLj3uJo 00:00:00 Intro 00:01:40 I Got A Big Ass Calendar 00:15:35 Moments of Flow: Lynda Barry 00:27:29 Meet The Team: AxsDeny - How Is Guerrilla Bars Made? 00:49:53 Why Does Harry Always Have A Backpack? 00:51:58 Back On Soulilloquies 01:00:34 Why does Harry twirl his headphone cable? 01:03:37 Can Sam Read Harry’s Mind? 01:13:38 Fan Submitted Freestyle - Jesse L. 01:19:32 How do you avoid saying something you don’t want to say? 01:22:29 Closing Freestyle
#33
March 23 · 1 hr 23 min
Own Your Uniqueness
In Episode 33 of Flow State Podcast, Harry expresses his love for the unexpected directions that live improvisation can take, geeks out on jazz music theory while talking about Bill Evans and Miles Davis, and admits his secret weakness for coffee table books. This episode’s Meet The Team segment features video editor and animator, Sarah, who asks if freestyling is akin to talk therapy by teaching Harry lessons about himself. Harry also discusses keeping inspiration alive, freestyling as a form of magic, and the impressiveness of a well-crafted pun. Finally, he reacts to a fan-submitted freestyle before recapping the episode with some off-top bars. Show Notes: Euro Tour https://www.harrymackofficial.com/shows Marc Rebillet https://www.marcrebillet.com/ ARIatHOME https://www.youtube.com/@ariathome LOWLANDS FESTIVAL 2024 FULL SET - Harry Mack https://youtu.be/juR9CZuF3Xw Bill Evans - Revealing Something https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xix9KVnPxPY Sunday At The Village Vanguard - Bill Evans Trio https://open.spotify.com/album/3uwufR7PwniMX7t3v4I5oB?si=79qJSOUUQ76_Yp3YYoLR7Q Kind of Blue - Miles Davis https://open.spotify.com/album/1weenld61qoidwYuZ1GESA?si=TA2Mwz_vS5qeY-5jHx_llg Freestyle Medicine: Harry Mack x UCHealth https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtzi2XpYJaIa41TbVA6J3pUCxx07763aC&si=1ebM7If_I_21Jo89 The Book of HOV: A Tribute to JAY‑Z https://www.thebookofhov.com/ Contact High: A Visual History of Hip-Hop by Vikki Tobak https://bookshop.org/a/102858/9780525573883 The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck by Mark Manson https://bookshop.org/a/102858/9780062457714 The Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron https://bookshop.org/a/102858/9780143129257 The War of Art by Steven Pressfield https://bookshop.org/a/102858/9781936891023 Darren Walsh Puns https://darrenwalsh.co.uk/ 00:00:00 Intro 00:02:07 Improvised Live Performance 00:12:39 Moments of Flow - Bill Evans 00:30:11 Meet The Team - Question From Sarah 00:46:23 Q1: What other kind of art inspires you? 00:55:46 Q2: How do you deal with lack of inspiration? 01:04:32 Q3: Have you ever tried doing puns or one-liners? 01:11:03 Fan Submitted Freestyle - Luke M 01:16:53 Closing Freestyle
#32
March 2 · 1 hr 18 min
NBA All-Star Was Insane!
In Episode 32 of Flow State Podcast, Harry returns with a solo installment, reflecting on his experience performing at NBA All-Star Weekend and what it meant to freestyle at such a high-profile event. He dives into the importance of play in creative pursuits, sharing how staying curious and fearless through experimentation keeps art alive. This episode also introduces a new segment, Meet the Team, featuring video-editor Fadle, with a question about exchanging energy with the audience during performances. Harry answers fan questions about how often he still surprises himself and the difference between pursuing music as a career versus keeping it as a hobby. After reacting to a fan-submitted freestyle, he closes the episode the way he always does—with a fire recap off the top of the dome. _______ Show Notes: Harry Mack Freestyles for Dwyane Wade, Ludacris, and Kelly Rowland at NBA All-Star 2026 https://youtu.be/yWNf0lrxynY The Freestyle Grand Slam | Harry Mack x New York Yankees https://youtu.be/CQi3aCj7NRk Rapper Harry Mack Freestyles with the Steelers! https://youtu.be/iX-s3UCLBsw?si=y6FzMLS5uXeNl66K Harry Mack Freestyles for SEC Legends at SEC Championship (they hopped in the cypher 👀) https://youtu.be/gbiSVeh1-Dw John Cleese https://www.johncleeselive.com/ Fadle https://www.youtube.com/@fads Harry Mack - Fire In The Booth (FREESTYLE) https://youtu.be/lulPiTqSq4k?si=F7JPnJ_jgdordP7p Swords In The Organ: ATL IS LIT | Harry Mack Behind the Bars 013 https://youtu.be/bpWEdA-Q6fg?si=mZN2GTY78aerCIyN&t=727 Orlando Anomaly Tour Photo https://www.jordanawright.com/ Euro Tour - Summer 2026 https://www.harrymackofficial.com/shows The War of Art by Steven Pressfield https://bookshop.org/a/102858/9781936891023 00:00:00 Intro 00:01:37 NBA All-Star Weekend 00:13:22 John Cleese and State of Play 00:23:31 Meet The Team - Question From Fadle 00:39:27 Q1: How do you feel coming back to the pod 00:42:30 Q2: How often do you surprise yourself? 00:50:14 Q3: When is the next tour in Europe? 00:51:37 Q4: What’s the difference between a hobby and career in music? 01:03:49 Freestyle Submission - Nate C. 01:11:52 Closing Freestyle
#31
February 16 · 1 hr 38 min
I’m A Rapper Not A Doctor
In Episode 31 of Flow State Podcast, Harry returns with a solo episode centered on longevity, mindset, and growth through different seasons of life. He reflects on aging in hip-hop and the importance of taking care of his body so he can keep performing at a high level for years to come. Harry answers fan questions about whether certain words naturally steer his freestyles in predictable directions, the core skills every great freestyler should develop, and how he works to maintain a healthy work-life balance while staying creatively sharp. After reacting to a fan-submitted freestyle, he closes out the episode the way he always does—with an off-the-dome recap freestyle that ties it all together. --- SHOW NOTES New Blue Sun - Andre 3000 https://open.spotify.com/album/33Ek6daAL3oXyQIV1uoItD?si=QIQBrDK7S0CMJoQPpd0rrQ Pharrell Replies To Fans Online | Actually Me https://youtu.be/eRefd27Y3Vk?si=FUEXxLhrEgstj_Mh Charlie Parker Omnibook https://bookshop.org/a/102858/9781458440778 Effortless Mastery by Kenny Werner https://kennywerner.com/effortless-mastery Artist, Craftsman Entertainer - The Burden Of Success (Flow State Episode 23) https://youtu.be/NNQ9w9h8EZk?si=pvBVmQNYrBCBOlEB&t=2544 Setup Punchline Foundation - Performance vs. Practice (Flow State Episode 15) https://youtu.be/LSaCtbrUE_c?si=IZX626MTCxt97aBt&t=2310 How To Get Better At Freestyle Rapping - Setup, Punchlinehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KP5kZreliBI ----- 00:00:00 Intro 00:01:57 Aging in Hip-Hop 00:29:53 Eliminate All Distractions 00:36:56 Q1: Do certain words always pull you in the same direction? 00:49:22 Q2 Part 1: What are core abilities for a pro freestyler? 01:11:03 Q2 Part 2: Are craftsman and artist traits the most important? 01:17:27 Q3: What’s your take on work-life balance? 01:25:18 Freestyle Submission - Tyler D. 01:31:54 Closing Freestyle
#30
February 2 · 1 hr 23 min
2025 Was A Crazy Year
In Episode 30 of Flow State Podcast, Harry returns from hiatus with a solo episode full of reflections and updates, sharing how recent major life changes have shaped his perspective and creative process. He talks about why failure and experimentation are essential to making meaningful art, and how embracing both has helped him continue to grow as an artist. Harry answers fan questions about cultivating creativity in childhood, avoiding creative overwhelm, and sharpening free association skills. He reacts to a fan-submitted freestyle, then closes out the episode with a recap freestyle, bringing everything together in classic Flow State fashion.Show Notes: New Years Rocking Eve Performance https://www.instagram.com/reel/DERIB1aPg79/ Why Creatives Must Be Allowed To Do Bad Work (David Sylvester) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IwBejDxTHFY Harry Mack - "Bounce House" Car Freestyle https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gqGThHzAilw Orff Instruments https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Orff_Schulwerk Should I Write This Rhyme? https://www.harrymackofficial.com/should-i-write-this-rhyme Treat It Like A Hobby https://www.harrymackofficial.com/treat-it-like-a-hobby March On https://www.harrymackofficial.com/march-on Back To The Program https://www.harrymackofficial.com/back-to-the-program Freestyle Medicine | Harry Mack x UCHealth https://youtu.be/jR5amJbKr_g UCHealth Freestyle Medicine Playlist https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtzi2XpYJaIa41TbVA6J3pUCxx07763aC&si=UvtCWtER7FWOl7yk 00:00:00 Intro 00:00:29 Life Updates 00:09:43 David Sylvester on Artistic Expression 00:25:16 Q1: How did you develop creativity in childhood? 00:36:16 Q2 Part 1: How do you not get overwhelmed? 00:42:39 Q2 Part 2: How do you choose paths? 00:45:45 Q3: How do you improve free association? 00:59:31 Q4: UCHealth Collaboration 01:07:16 Freestyle Submission: Jacob D 01:16:17 Closing Freestyle
#29
May 5, 2025 · 1 hr 6 min
Nothing Is Permanent
In Episode 29 of Flow State Podcast, Harry hosts a special solo episode marking the end of an era—the final session in his longtime studio. He reflects on nearly four years of creativity within those walls, from recording early EPs to filming over 50 episodes of Omegle Bars, and celebrating over a year of the Flow State podcast. With change on the horizon, Harry shares his thoughts on impermanence and how every transition brings a chance to grow. As always, he closes the episode with a freestyle, sending off the space the best way he knows how. Anomaly Tour 2025 Tickets On Sale NOW:https://www.harrymackofficial.com/shows --- SHOW NOTES Moving Into My New Studio! | Harry Mack Behind The Bars 004 https://youtu.be/XmvEQ0fMTjI The Daily Stoic by Ryan Holiday https://bookshop.org/a/102858/9780735211735 The Singles Deluxe https://youtu.be/1JBQEZu2f7c?si=FxlvHd3cLSJh-SFQ Rap Coltrane https://youtu.be/rLIkQLj3uJoSoulilloquieshttps://youtu.be/F7FsA3JSOHQ Awards (feat. Harry Mack) - Sur Jazz https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/surjazz/awards-feat-harry-mack----Timestamps00:00:00 Intro00:00:24 Adjusting to the studio 00:10:19 Lessons from big changes00:35:15 Bringing back Omegle Bars00:40:40 Anomaly Tour rehearsals00:44:11 Rap Coltrane and Soulilloquies00:51:10 Looking back at Flow State00:53:28 How Harry has changed00:58:08 Closing Freestyle
#28
Apr 16, 2025 · 55 min
OMA: A Path Of Discovery
In Episode 28 of Flow State Podcast, Harry goes virtual for the first time, connecting with Manchester-based band OMA ahead of their upcoming appearance at the Anomaly Tour show in London. Known for their signature instrumental covers of '90s hip-hop classics, OMA joins Harry for a conversation about musical influences, making a name through reimagined covers, favorite collaborations, filming in epic outdoor locations, and what’s on the horizon. To close out the episode, Harry freestyles over one of OMA’s signature tracks, blending bars and beats across the digital divide. ____ Show Notes: OMA https://omaband.com/ B-Bender Guitar https://www.fender.com/articles/behind-the-scenes/pitch-perfect-a-history-of-the-b-bender OMA x MF DOOM: Rapp Snitch Knishes (Instrumental Live) https://youtu.be/acXnctWR23Q?si=5-kKQQD2d72QXF2R Live OMA Covers | Kendrick Lamar | HipHop Instrumental Mix | Live Beats https://youtu.be/Sx_BHj6XMrg?si=w3OK-tMpA6Sx7RBZ Freestyling Over Classic Beats | Harry Mack x OMA https://youtu.be/54y3DOZnXWk?si=giW_k05z2rN5L1Lu 28 Days Later - UK Urban Exploring https://www.28dayslater.co.uk/ OMA x Hieroglyphics https://youtu.be/Wl-Qzvr8ORU?si=f8MQG3D0Y5FZdXtW OMA - Nujabes feat. Shing02 | Luv(sic) Hexalogy | Live Hip-Hop https://youtu.be/FGOEMvymSIE?si=Ws2AVMayGsHxW8PW OMA Meet Bun B (UGK) | Big Pimpin' + Front, Back & Side to Side | Live Hip-Hop Cover https://youtu.be/fFVpyeHR-KM?si=TVWfrUxthVL1zJAc Isiah Rashad https://www.isaiahrashad.com/ OMA Live Covers | DJ Premier Mix | Instrumental Hiphop https://youtu.be/_UFUTGi5ylU?si=9M1Rx0yM83bNxliB TIMESTAMPS 00:00:00 Intro 00:02:47 Getting together as OMA 00:03:55 Musical roots and influences 00:08:01 Picking the covers 00:13:54 Original music 00:17:53 Covering complicated modern rap 00:22:43 Recording outdoors 00:28:44 30 minute limit 00:29:48 Collaborations 00:33:48 Touring with Isaiah Rashad 00:39:45 Dream collaborations and future projects 00:46:19 OMA on the Anomaly Tour 00:47:22 Closing freestyle
#27
Apr 7, 2025 · 1 hr 10 min
Erick The Architect: God Flow
In Episode 27 of Flow State Podcast, Harry sits down with multifaceted artist, songwriter, rapper, and producer Erick the Architect for a deep conversation on creativity, identity, and staying inspired. They explore the role of nostalgia as a powerful vehicle for artistic expression and dive into Erick’s new album I’ve Never Been Here Before and his book still together, four flats later. Erick shares how integral visual design is to his musical work—down to creating the graphics himself—and how that process shapes the overall storytelling. To close out the episode, Harry freestyles over one of Erick’s beats. _____ Show Notes: I’ve Never Been Here Before https://www.erickthearchitect.com/merchandise/ive-never-been-here-before-vinyl-pre-order https://open.spotify.com/album/3KUAjH6gf9p68TkLLyi4dB?si=uSpSifHHRdu9EqGCZ6AEJw Mati Klarwein http://www.matiklarweinart.com/ Michael Jackson & Janet Jackson - Scream https://youtu.be/0P4A1K4lXDo?si=uQbt0mRLGR2H7J2d still together, four flats later https://www.erickthearchitect.com/merchandise/still-together-four-flats-later-softcover-book Thug Waffle - Flatbush Zombies https://youtu.be/do9VLONS86Y?si=TDpgiBqgmxkcsqyn Ezekiel’s Wheel ft. George Clinton https://youtu.be/FiCYrRBSm50?si=FjtRfYVLK0pRa3F9 L'Impératrice https://l-imperatrice.cool/en/home/ Sweet & Sublime - L'Impératrice https://youtu.be/hDYiiOBLh8M?si=0yIBGIw4Qn_spxdT The Choice is Yours https://www.paramountpressexpress.com/paramount-plus/shows/the-choice-is-yours Instrumental - Doux Ouverture Terracota https://open.spotify.com/track/04B4hZ1qXXR1UCqsOcJRY8?si=b3b70e735286405c TIMESTAMPS: 00:00:00 Intro 00:01:34 Eclectic Tastes in Music 00:04:50 Getting Started 00:12:26 New Music in the Internet Age 00:19:14 Engaging with Platforms as a Musician 00:25:28 still together, four flats later 00:30:29 Effort in the Details 00:33:27 Visual Arts and Music Together 00:36:36 The Creative Process 00:48:51 Hitting Flow State 00:58:40 Ezekiel’s Wheel 01:03:49 What’s Next? 01:06:25 Closing Freestyle
#26
Jan 20, 2025 · 1 hr 6 min
DāM-FunK: The Story of Modern Funk
In Episode 26 of Flow State Podcast, Harry sits down with legendary artist, producer, and "Modern Funk" pioneer DāM-FunK for an inspiring conversation about music, community, and creativity. Born and raised in Pasadena, DāM-FunK shares stories about the unique cultural influences of the area and how they shaped his signature sound. Together they delve into the rich history of funk, the importance of staying true to your craft, and the beauty of finding inspiration in unexpected places. Harry closes out the episode in signature style with a freestyle inspired by their conversation, making this an unforgettable exploration of music and artistry. Support LA Wildfire Victims https://www.harrymackofficial.com/info Anomaly Tour 2025 https://www.harrymackofficial.com/shows --- SHOW NOTES DāM-FunK Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1AEcpjnSCmm53IBZQo3g9z?si=H8mfto1DRwaPp8U7PYevBg Stones Throw Records https://www.stonesthrow.com/ Glydezone https://glydezone.com/ Prime Time by Mtume https://open.spotify.com/track/4aiXVsyqsZGnkXMVSfmpog?si=71c1ffc0ff6b4946 Hanna-Barbera https://www.warnerbros.com/brands/hanna-barbera In-A-Gadda-Da-Vida by Iron Butterfly https://open.spotify.com/album/4L1Qw49gKwFuQwQovBxsKI?si=ubkNebpBT6OdipzMIhRRlg Rhythm Trax Vol. 4 by DāM-FunK https://open.spotify.com/album/4zXTHGHHaKQgM1VZLBNuBi?si=bKlQ6k32RTuKhpYrYwYb9g Toeachizown by DāM-FunK https://open.spotify.com/album/57nzuRRY9w7zIcjsCiVMkl?si=sgEuCquLS76vQO9WYrBvQA Money Talks by Rick James https://open.spotify.com/track/4Evf6tP9NpMIYprYueTnYd?si=32464c8f88b840a3 ----- WANT TO BE A SPONSOR? partnerships@harrymackofficial.com --- TIMESTAMPS 0:00 A Message From Harry 2:01 Introduction 3:32 What is Modern Funk? 8:49 A Passion For Detail 17:49 Learning Instruments 21:55 DāM-FunK’s Musical Influences 26:58 Being Lucky Is A Blessing 29:01 How Did I Get Here? 33:32 Toeachizown 38:45 Creative Limitations 45:11 Off The Grid 49:49 The Sonic Elements in Modern Funk 1:01:19 Closing Freestyle
#25
Jan 6, 2025 · 1 hr 30 min
I've Gone Soft
In Episode 25 of the Flow State Podcast, Harry opens up about getting back in touch with the fear of pressing 'publish' and shares how he pushed through a recent bout of creative resistance. He recounts his experience walking the red carpet at the premiere of A Complete Unknown and answers fan questions about the power of rhyming and building a following from scratch. Harry also reflects on how Kobe Bryant’s meditative focus and Mamba Mentality relate to creative flow states. As always, he closes the episode with a freestyle recap, weaving the key moments together with his signature flow. Show Notes: Harry Mack RapScript Freestyle https://youtu.be/nY6ZyAzH0vI Creative Resistance Freestyle https://www.instagram.com/reel/DDfT7I5Pk27/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== A Complete Unknown https://www.acompleteunknownfilm.co.uk/ The Freewheelin’ Bob Dylan https://open.spotify.com/album/0o1uFxZ1VTviqvNaYkTJek?si=M0BvG4xwQAO73S_axd2JTw Highway 61 Revisited https://open.spotify.com/album/6YabPKtZAjxwyWbuO9p4ZD?si=5paC6yagQyeIryHUSTFT5A Harry Mack Interview: The Art of Improvisation, Power of Freestyle & His Musical Journey https://youtu.be/vqXnuQGcHhc?si=1weVkwXMVfHTpwSV Liam McEwan https://www.youtube.com/@LiamMcEwan Kobe Bryant’s Last Great Interview https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T9GvDekiJ9c TEDxShanghaiSalon - Power of the Mind https://youtu.be/9_tYXFbgjZk?si=nTau8PAXwjLxGkGU CeeLo Green - Suga Baby (feat. Big Gipp & Backbone) https://open.spotify.com/track/0cPrQUVe9YEt5gkg2ZgEDj?si=61e040180ccd4e93 It Goes Deep https://www.harrymackofficial.com/it-goes-deep _______ Timestamps 00:00:00 Intro 00:01:45 Getting past the resistance 00:23:34 Harry hits the red carpet 00:35:49 Kobe Bryant on meditative states of focus 00:44:36 Kobe Bryant on the Mamba Mentality 00:52:28 Q1: Why is rhyming so satisfying? 00:57:53 Q2: How do you build a fan base? 01:08:07 Freestyle submission 01:13:16 Harry reacts to It Goes Deep 01:23:56 Closing Freestyle
#24
Dec 23, 2024 · 1 hr 22 min
Remember To Remember
In Episode 24 of Flow State Podcast, Harry recounts an unforgettable day in LA: freestyling for Gerard Butler and O'Shea Jackson Jr. at the Den of Thieves 2: Pantera press event in the morning before performing at The Comedy Store in comedian Adam Ray’s Dr. Phil Live show at night. He reflects on the legendary lost Bruce Lee interview about flow state and how it aligns with his freestyling philosophy. Harry answers fan questions about entrepreneurial lessons, memory techniques, and the value of connection over shock value. He also reacts to a fan-submitted freestyle and a classic clip from his Energy Exchange tour. Harry wraps up the episode with a freestyle recap featuring a rhythmic pen-tap performance by Lenstrumental. ---- ______ SHOW NOTES: Lenstrumental @Lenstrumental https://www.instagram.com/lenstrumental Den of Thieves 2: Pantera https://www.denofthieves.movie/ Harry Mack Freestyles for Gerard Butler and O'Shea Jackson Jr. for Den of Thieves 2: Pantera https://youtu.be/mv5its26bZI Harry Mack Freestyles For The Cast Of Transformers: Rise of the Beasts https://youtu.be/p9vhXLRdUQg Harry Mack Freestyles For Ice Cube, Seth Rogen On Set Of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem https://youtu.be/VH80FTveM_4 Adam Ray https://adamraycomedy.com/ Dr Phil LIVE! - Part 2 Drops 12/24 https://youtu.be/eIP0PWq2o7Y?si=4rhf9tpLm4TET40h Adam Ray Is Dr. Phil UNLEASHED https://www.netflix.com/title/81944995 Freestyle Rapper Harry Mack Performs - The Ellen Show https://youtu.be/D_anMreV450?si=_MAWTB8Gq7tSgIYn Viral Rapper Harry Mack Impresses Jennifer with Freestyle About ‘American Idol’ and Simon Cowell https://youtu.be/muZAObdrKkg?si=aVMhLYJM3x9c63dy Bruce Lee: The Lost Interview, The Pierre Berton Show (1971) https://youtu.be/vHtP9oSoMpI?si=XzBLrioW5O8Uw9F2 Effortless Mastery by Kenny Werner https://kennywerner.com/effortless-mastery Harry Mack x Beardyman | When Pigs Fly https://youtu.be/msB6SXRX1UI The Best Word I've Ever Been Given | Harry Mack x Beardyman https://youtu.be/CRDfZWwT8KI good kid, m.A.A.d city by Kendrick Lamar https://open.spotify.com/album/3DGQ1iZ9XKUQxAUWjfC34w?si=wWu5clfzTp6ft8nEkC5ZXQ Limitless by Jim Kwik https://bookshop.org/a/102858/9781401968717 Harry Mack | The Portland Show https://youtu.be/W5oOdDB-t-M?si=TuB__nLKqS95CSyf ______ Timestamps 00:00:00 Intro 00:00:49 A crazy day in LA 00:17:57 Bruce Lee - “Be Water” 00:30:00 Q1: What has being a rapper taught you as an entrepreneur? 00:38:44 Q2: What fuels you? 00:54:07 Q3: How do you remember the conversations before freestyles so well? 01:02:57 Freestyle submission 01:08:54 Harry reacts to POV of a Person Without Technology 01:18:53 Closing Freestyle featuring Lenstrumental
#23
Dec 9, 2024 · 1 hr 36 min
The Burden of Success
In Episode 23 of Flow State Podcast, Harry reflects on the milestones he’s reached over the year, from exploring written music and performing for his largest crowd to launching a podcast. He shares what it means to be a role model, talks about overcoming performance anxiety, and recounts an early mistake as a musician and the lessons it taught him. Harry reacts to a fan-submitted freestyle and revisits his first YouTube video, reflecting on his growth over seven years. As always, he closes the episode with a freestyle, weaving together the key themes of the show. ------ SHOW NOTES: The Freestyle Grand Slam | Harry Mack x New York Yankees https://youtu.be/CQi3aCj7NRk Harry Mack Freestyles for Will Smith and Martin Lawrence for Bad Boys: Ride or Die https://youtu.be/L4JxqES_Gzk They Chanted My Name After This Freestyle | Harry Mack Guerrilla Bars 57 Boomtown https://youtu.be/w1LicQeIMCw LOWLANDS FESTIVAL 2024 FULL SET - Harry Mack https://youtu.be/juR9CZuF3Xw Anomaly Tour 2025 https://www.harrymackofficial.com/shows Plan In Motion - Harry Mack https://www.harrymackofficial.com/plan-in-motion Senna https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1424432/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_3_tt_4_nm_4_in_0_q_senna Fast Raps with Chrome & McLaren F1 at the #USGP https://youtu.be/IGBM5yOOz9o Black Thought on Flex https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=prmQgSpV3fA Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mihaly_Csikszentmihalyi Benny Greb https://bennygreb.de/ Ethos Music Center https://www.ethos.org/programs Pink Martini https://pinkmartini.com/ Harry Mack - "Bounce House" Car Freestyle https://youtu.be/gqGThHzAilw?si=AMtzq3FZ2WKf1UMg Harry Mack Freestyles from Randomlists.com https://youtu.be/fYFiBJVbdf8 -------- 00:00:00 Intro 00:01:06 Reflecting on 2024 00:18:02 Flow state moments 00:24:48 Q1: Do you feel pressure to be a role model? 00:36:20 Q2: How to overcome fear of putting yourself out there 00:47:11 Q3: How do you learn from your mistakes? 01:02:23 Freestyle submission 01:10:59 Harry reacts to his first YouTube video 01:28:06 Closing freestyle
#22
Nov 25, 2024 · 1 hr 8 min
Peanut Butter Wolf: Trust Your Own Taste
In Episode 22 of Flow State Podcast, Harry sits down with DJ, producer, and Stones Throw Records founder Peanut Butter Wolf for an inspiring deep dive into music and legacy. They talk about the birth of Stones Throw Records and reflect on coming up during the golden era of hip-hop. Peanut Butter Wolf shares stories about working with celebrated artists like J Dilla, Madlib, and MF DOOM, offering rare insights into the process behind some of hip-hop’s most iconic records. Harry geeks out over PBW’s massive vinyl collection, which has become the stuff of legend. To close out the episode, Harry heads to Peanut Butter Wolf’s Gold Line Vinyl Bar, where he spits a freestyle inspired by records handpicked by the man himself. ----- SHOW NOTES Step Into A World - KRS-One https://youtu.be/xbJxcFyaCpI?si=CRVkf601is8W5Gbl My World Premiere - Charizma & Peanut Butter Wolf https://www.stonesthrow.com/store/my-world-premiere/ Scratch Documentary https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Scratch_(2001_film) Peanut Butter Breaks https://www.stonesthrow.com/store/peanut-butter-breaks/ Super Duck Breaks - DJ Babu https://www.stonesthrow.com/store/super-duck-breaks/ Madvillainy https://www.stonesthrow.com/store/madvillainy/ Champion Sound - Jaylib https://www.stonesthrow.com/store/champion-sound/ All Caps - Madvillain https://youtu.be/gSJeHDlhYls?si=biqBkTDs6uajWoui Rhinestone Cowboy - Madvillain https://youtu.be/s4iR668Ki3I?si=dduUVTV3uKbvhMsL Accordion - Madvillain https://youtu.be/rpaonSDPw7Y?si=QNJJB7drYGEQ0RvO Goldline Bar https://goldlinebar.com/ ----- Timestamps 00:00:00 Intro 00:01:38 Peanut Butter Wolf’s first musical influences 00:06:21 The timeline of DJing and producing 00:11:39 Getting signed 00:14:48 Starting Stones Throw Records 00:24:19 The Stones Throw Logo 00:30:08 The Lootpack and other early collaborations 00:34:39 So many samples 00:37:15 Madvillainy 00:42:02 J Dilla / Jaylib 00:49:02 Music Videos 00:50:50 What do you listen for? 00:54:49 The record collection 00:57:36 Flow state, digging, and making beats 00:58:58 Campus Christy 01:01:14 Goldline Bar Freestyle

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