
In Episode 33 of Cody Kai Cast, Cody sits down with Austin soul powerhouse Tomar Williams (@tman14g) of Tomar & the FCs (@tomarandthefcs) — fresh off their track going double platinum.
Tomar opens up about his journey from the Texas gospel circuit to becoming one of the most electrifying frontmen in modern soul. He shares stories of songwriting grind sessions, how honesty makes the best lyrics, and what it really takes to survive and thrive in the music industry.
We talk about the band’s breakout moment with “Tippin’ on 4-4’s”, how classic bars like “Worry about your own sht”* come to life, and why live performance is still the heartbeat of music.
🎙️ Topics include:
The real hustle behind songwriting and band chemistry
Lessons from gospel, hip hop, and soul that shaped Tomar’s voice
The magic (and grind) of Austin’s live music scene
Tomar’s philosophy on authenticity and staying grounded
Going double platinum and what that milestone means today
🔥 Whether you’re an artist, a fan of raw storytelling, or just someone who loves good music — this conversation is pure fuel.