# Mike Clark Jr. on Receiving His Own Day in Macon, Going Viral & Southern Soul Success

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Podcast: [The Progress Report Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-progress-report-podcast-1205536)
Published: 2026-06-26T00:48:00+00:00
Episode link: https://youtu.be/gqnNjrLSfi4
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Duration seconds: 862

## Resource

In this episode of Skipping Class presented by The Progress Report, Southern Soul artist Mike Clark Jr. sits down with Lalaa Shepard to discuss his musical journey, growing up in Macon, Georgia, and how singing has always been a part of his life. Mike reflects on working at Applebee’s and in security while pursuing music, going viral on TikTok, and the support he received from family throughout his career. Mike Clark Jr. also opens up about singing the National Anthem at the Atlanta Hawks game, collaborating with 803Fresh and Big Boogie, misconceptions surrounding Southern Soul artists, lessons learned from Mr. Collipark, signing a major record deal, and recently releasing his new EP, Feel Good Music. He also shares what it meant to receive his very own day in his hometown of Macon, Georgia. Watch the full interview now and be sure to subscribe to The Progress Report for more exclusive conversations. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/official_mikeclarkjr/ https://www.instagram.com/lalaashep/ https://www.instagram.com/theprogressreport101/ https://www.instagram.com/tprmediagroup1/ Website: https://TPRMediaGroup.com Listen to us on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-progress-report-podcast/id1494070183 Listen to us on Spotify Podcasts https://open.spotify.com/show/5sBgF6wWa7NmHraP2QuBEv?si=a0f5f19b8a494fb5 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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