If you ever find yourself in need of caffeine for the coming hours of work, as many Webb students do, a vanilla latte at Cafe 1175 might do the trick. While you’re there, you should also check out one of Webb’s hidden talents: musician Judcody Limon, Dining Hall Staff.
More than just a friendly smile behind the cafe counter, Limon has been making his own music since he was 16 years old. With seven projects under his belt and an eighth coming, his music career is a reflection of years of practice and growth.
Inspired to explore music by his older brothers, he was introduced to iconic music such as RadioHead and The Cure from an early age. He also carved out his own love for music with artists such as Blink 182 and some pop punk and emo staples.
For Limon, music production is more than just a passion –– it is a way of processing his life experiences. He compares his process to creating a book, using his songs to document and reflect on himself and the world around him, which serves as his own way of therapy. He has practiced mastering and mixing out of necessity and a part of the creative process.
“Right now, the album that I’m working on is about getting older and still being a musician because it doesn’t get any easier,” said Limon.
As his fourth solo album, this project is deeply personal, reflecting on the challenges of creativity through life.
In the past, Limon has been a part of The Motel Life band for five years, touring, opening for bigger bands, and even seeing their music featured on television shows. He has also worked on smaller projects like New Manners band and The Creepy Eepies. His most recent work was a collection of singles he released between 2019 and 2024.
Currently, while creating his new album, Limon also plays locally at venues predominately in Pomona, but also in Claremont, Upland, and Rancho Cucamonga.
“I live for being on stage… It’s crazy to think about the fact that people hit me up and tell me that [my music] means so much to them,” said Limon.
Reflecting on his career and the challenges that come with the music industry, he highlights that the ability to impact people is long-lasting and worth every second of producing.
Limon’s story reminds us that art and passion is everyone, whether it be Liu Chung’s stage or a corner in Stockdale. Click here to check out his music and give it a stream!