This week we have another one of my co-workers from The Local Artist Show: Gene 'G-Da-Man' Hicks. We rewind 18 years back to 1996 with his first CD and starting with the Paign Family. G was also the first person to have his FCC license and have a call-in line at his radio show. He also threw the hottest parties in Champaign and was never shut down. He's also a rapper with an extensive history as an independent artist and in groups. He has a new album coming soon. Read more here: https://mellystarz.com/2025/03/03/g-da-man-on-mellys-couch/