About Us
Meet Our Founder
Hey coffee enthusiasts!
I'm Zack Madsen, here at the helm of Neumind Cafe. My journey kicked off hosting Open Mic Nights in Simi Valley, CA, where the magic of bringing diverse talents and people together sparked the idea for something special.
Fast forward to today, and here we are, envisioning Neumind Café as more than just your regular coffee spot. While we're yet to have a physical space, the vision is clear. Picture a community-driven haven that embraces everyone.
Neumind Café is brewing as a place where coffee lovers and creatives come together, crafting a warm and inviting atmosphere. It's not just about the perfect cup; it's about building a welcoming vibe for all.
Join us on this exciting journey, and together, let's bring Neumind Café to life—one cup, one story, and one community at a time.
Crafting Flavorful Journeys: The Neumind Café Coffee Experience
At Neumind Cafe, our coffee is a home-roasted delight, courtesy of a cutting-edge roasting machine from Kaleido. This state-of-the-art marvel, equipped with temperature sensors and gauges, ensures that each batch achieves the perfect roast every time.
Our coffee beans come from Sweet Maria's, a passionate partner in our pursuit of exceptional flavors. Sweet Maria's stands out by collaborating with coffee farmers worldwide, offering a diverse range of coffee tree species from various regions. This diversity fuels the art of coffee cupping, akin to the nuanced experience of wine tasting.
Speaking of Sweet Maria's, they play a pivotal role in bringing forth a variety of flavors. The magic happens at the intersection of where the beans come from, the coffee plant species, and the roasting process. For example, coffee from Latin American regions often has chocolate, nutty, or caramel notes. Venture into African-sourced beans, and you'll encounter a melody of fruity, floral, and sweet undertones. Meanwhile, beans from Asian regions mirror a composition of dark chocolate with earthy and herbal flavors.
Just like wine tasting, when we talk about notes of chocolate, roses, and more, it doesn't mean these ingredients are literally infused. Instead, it's an ode to the distinct flavors inherently present in the beans themselves. Neumind Cafe is not just about coffee; it's about an exploration of flavors that transport you around the world with every sip.
The Neumind Café Podcast
The Neumind Café Podcast is meant to be a radiant space crafted for celebrating the joy of artistic expression. Here, it's not just about the technicalities; it's an exploration of what drives artists to create what they do.
In each episode, we embark on a journey to uncover the radiant 'why' behind an artist's creation. We dive into the uplifting motivations and life experiences that spark the birth of beautiful art, whether it be through paint, music, acting, photography, writing, or any other form of art. We celebrate the emotional landscapes that artists navigate, discovering why certain themes resonate so profoundly.
Our conversations are a source of inspiration, delving into the boundless reservoir of positive emotions that give life to art. The Neumind Cafe Podcast is a joyous celebration, an exploration of the deep connections between art and the beautiful tapestry of the human experience.
Neumind Collective
Beyond the aromatic coffee roasts and engaging podcast conversations, Neumind Café pulsates with its musical heartbeat—the Neumind Collective. Here, we embrace the belief that the most captivating music is born from a collaborative bond, unrestricted by the limits of being a band member. We love working with all kinds of musicians to offer diversity in the tone of our music. Neumind Collective thrives on the original compositions of Zack Madsen, the creative force behind the band. The beauty of our collective lies in its openness—there's no ceiling on the number of contributors, echoing our philosophy that music flourishes in the soil of collaboration.
Our regulars include Zack Madsen on electric guitar, keys, and vocals, Douglas Egizi on bass and vocals, and Kole Sankey on drums and vocals. Together, we embark on a sonic journey, primarily exploring the realms of rock n' roll. However, we're not confined by boundaries, and we often venture into diverse genres like pop, funk, and metal, creating a musical palette that caters to various tastes.
Neumind Collective is more than a band; it's a celebration of musical diversity, a harmonious blend of sounds that transcends genres.
Neumind Collective isn't just confined to studios; our music spills into the lively scenes of breweries, bars, and coffee shops. Find us grooving on the streets of LA, Hollywood, Ventura, Venice Beach, and Huntington Beach. Busking isn't just a performance—it's a dynamic exchange of energy between our music and the city's pulse.
From the electric ambiance of breweries to the eclectic vibes of bars and the cozy feel of coffee shops, Neumind Collective is on a mission to have regular gis. Stay tuned for our impromptu street performances, where the streets transform into our stage, and the city becomes our audience. Join us in embracing the spontaneity of music in unexpected places.