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Sad Boy Radio is the #1 music podcast in Chicago! We interview your favorite artists around the world, and discuss everyday life problems through the universal language of music! Tune in every Friday for a new episode! Youtube: Sad Boy Radio IG: Sad.boy.radio
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Sad Boys For Real! Chicago Artist, Demetri Wiley, visits PVTSTCK to discuss his early love for music, becoming a cultural voice with his "Lost Loverboy," podcast, the experiences he's dealt with when searching for love from others & himself, and overcoming the darkest period in his life.
In the song, "Lost Loverboy," Demetri says, "“I think it’s time I finally try find myself / I been running from love / just trynna hide Fromm all this pain I felt." Demetri often searched for love from others, due to the lack of love he felt for himself. Constantly pouring into others from a cup that was more than half empty. It wasn't until he was questioning his purpose in life; when he truly searched for the love he needed, and found it from himself.
Also discussed, the importance of becoming a father, a 10+ year love story that left him heartbroken, and learning to let go of relationships that don't serve him.
Sad Boys For Real! Chicago rapper, Gado 2x, slides to PVTSTCK to discuss the highs & lows of his journey. From receiving features from G Herbo & Valee, to getting locked up for a weekend and being forced to reflect. Gado has faced many of his own struggles, but has continued to look for ways to elevate throughout his life.
In the song, "First Day Out," Gado says, “Ain’t no criminal, I’m just misunderstood." A feeling that is consistently discussed for many creatives; for Gado, this feeling runs deeper than the surface. Gado allows his music to tell the stories he usually keeps silent about.
Also discussed, Impact of Father's Incarceration, Losing A Child, and Reflecting On What Could've Been had he stayed in Chicago.
Sad Boys For Real! Interscope signed recording artist, Big Kay Beezy, slides to PVTSTCK to discuss overcoming a murder charge, singing to Interscope, becoming a dad, and being the role model that he never had.
In the song, "Set The Record Straight," Beezy raps, "Screaming what’s up now / but deep inside I’m breaking down / and they not trynna see me smile."
Beezy has endured more than most in this lifetime. From fighting for his life, losing close friends, and reaching the lowest point of his life at what should've been the highest.
Often, people are forced to put on a smile when all they want to do is stop and breakdown. Through it all, Beezy has embodied the definition of resilience; not allowing anything to stop him from being the role model he didn't have growing up.
Also discussed, impact of parents' divorce, why he continued to pursue street life, working with Polo G, and maintaining mental health even at his lowest.
Sad Boys For Real! No More Heroes Videographer, Sergio Esparza, slides to PVTSTCK to talk about his decision to quit school & pursue videography, Regrets from past decisions, and working with some of the biggest artists in Hip-Hop at this moment!
In the song, "Eastside," Halsey says, "Seventeen and we got a dream to have a family / A house and everything in between / And then, oh, suddenly we turned twenty-three / Now we got pressure for taking our life more seriously." A feeling that every young 20 year old goes through. There becomes a pressure to succeed, and make sacrifices in your personal life. Sometimes, these sacrifices aren't even worth your happiness. Fortunately Sergio has been blessed to work with No More Heroes, and shoot for artists such as Sexxy Red, Mello Buckz, DCG Bros & MORE!
Also discussed, MISSING dad's birthday, Trying to Sneak Into G Herbo Show, Building Community In Chicago.
Sad Boys For Real. R&B Singer, Jaas, slides to PVTSCK, to discuss her hiatus from music after her Debut EP, non-traditional view on cheating, toxic relationships, and learning & practicing self-love.
In the song, "Unavailable," Jaas sings, "Pain is love, you know you taught me first / So I think I'll wash my hands with." A feeling that is all too familiar to everyone; even those who are too prideful to admit it. Through this experience, we learn what we will accept from love, as well as reject from it. For Jaas, she realized that her self-worth comes from more than just relationships & wholeness won't come from solely another individual.
Jaas explores the concept of love through her music, and allows it to tell her story to a T. She chases her passion to the very end, and won't let anybody stop her from being the star she's meant to be.
Also discussed, working with Chris Classick, Briefly living in Atlanta, Influence of growing up around males, and Finding her Purpose in Chicago.
Sad Boys For Real! Washington Wizards Forward, Richaun Holmes, invites us to discuss the struggles he's overcome to make it to the NBA, mental impact of being traded mid-season, and maintaining professionalism while dealing with adversity.
In the song, "Soul Right," Femdot says, "Understand that in this world put your joy first / I seen a lot of things, but never a trailer on a hearst / so yes, build some, get some for the lineage / but doing so without living life is ridiculous." This is a sentiment that most people chasing their passion can relate to. For Richaun, this goes back to the fear of failing, and not being enough for what his family needs. Not only that, but not being everything he thought he could be.
Also discussed, Getting Benched After Welcome To The NBA Moment From Lebron, Being Traded For "Cash Considerations," Definition of Being A Man.
Sad Boys For Real! Chicago singer, Munna Ikee, slides to PVTSTCK to discuss his recent visit to No Jumper, the influence from growing up in O'Block, and the mental impact of losing close friends.
Munna Ikee sings in his song, "Hope In My Hood," "I been tryna find hope, but I'm the hope in my hood," Ikee has witnessed the many phases his community has gone through. From the peaks of Chief Keef & King Von, to the losses of some of the people closest to him & his neighborhood. Ikee talks about feeling like all hope has been lost, but with love & leadership he can be the one to bring hope back to O'Block.
Also discussed, relationship with Shoebox Baby, being forced to grow up fast/losing his childhood, and feeling misunderstood by those closest to him.
Sad Boys For Real! Chicago Rapper, Juwon, slides to PVTSTCK to discuss the formation of OG music group, growing up with immigrant parents, and the significance of being able to blend into both corporate & street life.
Finding your voice & your purpose is sometimes the hardest thing to do; especially once you've finished school during a pandemic. In the song "Feeling Lucky," Juwon says, "Ever hear a rap before? Cause them lil boys ain't ****** with me." It wasn't long ago that Juwon was strictly focused on throwing parties; however, he's is quickly rising in them music scene & showing the world that he belongs.
Also discussed, QUITTING basketball in college, self-expression through music, being pushed to pursue music, and figuring out purpose in life.
Sad Boys For Real! Chicago DJ/Activist/Creator, HotRod, slides to PVTSTCK to discuss his recent move to WGCI, importance of building creative community in Chicago, mental health struggles after losing father, and more!
In the song, "Turn To You," Justin Bieber says, "when you’re lost and you’re tired / When you’re broken in two / Let my love take you higher/ 'Cause I still turn to you..." Even at the peak of his father's sickness Hotrod turned to his father for guidance. His father set the standard for who he hoped he could be, and it has shown through his value in being a parent.
Hotrod has turned his grind up knowing he has to provide for his family, and has established himself as not only a pillar in Chicago, but the music community. Breaking countless records (Yung MA "OOOUUU," Jack Harlow "What's Poppin") & starting his own company, Peprally Takeover.
Also discussed, starting playlists, helping artists breakthrough, and growing as a person/creative.
Sad Boys For Real! Detroit artist, Eddy Mack, slides to PVTSTCK to discuss ongoing controversy in Palestine, his battle with depression, and completely quitting music.
Eddy Mack says in his VIRAL song, "The Sound of War," "News telling lies check the facts that they cover / Cuz my people out here crying or they dying or they suffer," touching on the current controversy taking place in Palestine.
This song became a turning point for Eddy's career & gave him a greater purpose. A purpose to speak out for his people & who are facing immense turmoil. Eddy has become a voice for the voiceless & has taken the lead in executive producing a whole album dedicated to the country. This album has revitalized Eddy's career, and brought him back after he initially gave up on a dream that was proven to be a fantasy.
Also discussed, having his music STOLEN, dependency in relationships, losing football career to injuries.
Sad Boys For Real! Numbers on The Board host, Pierre "Peeweedaplug" Andresen, slides to PVTSTCK to discuss leaving House of Highlights, giving up making music to manage Flex Sinatra, and finding his purpose in life.
In the song, "Heavily Flawed," Pierre says, "You won’t see a blemish or gimmick / I’m real / I’m authentic / Can’t do it unless my heart in it," Something that he lives by to this day. Pierre keeps three things close to him: his faith, basketball, and music. In two of those things, he had to adapt & find his true purpose.
Although Pierre gave up playing a sport that's in his DNA he found a way to keep it in his life through his podcast "Through The Wire." Pierre's story truly demonstrates to never give up, and that your purpose will find you.
Also discussed, origin of RichVision, lessons from his mother, how being born in the city but raised in the suburbs helped shape him, signing to ESPN through Peyton Manning's production company "OMAHA"
Sad Boys For Real. OTF artist/director/entrepreneur, Hypno Carlito, slides to PVTSTCK to discuss his journey within the music industry, and the changes that have taken place throughout his life.
From signing to JIVE at 15, to touring with Lil Durk & finding his second family; Hypno has experienced massive success in many avenues. Although he was successful, Hypno continued to forge a new path by starting his own businesses & even directing his own film, "Primary Position."
In the song, "My Life," Hypno says, "I dealt with the pain with a smile / I never lived life as a child / I gotta give a better life to my child." Hypno's form of self-expression had always been music from early on, and the lack of stability in his child-hood has pushed him to go 10x harder for his own family. Thus forcing him to "never settle."
Also discussed, losing his mom at 5 years old, meetings with Netflix & Hulu, working with Nick Cannon & Spike Lee.
Sad Boys For Real! UK drill rapper, Workrate, slides to PVTSTCK, to discuss working on album for Palesteine, contradictions between lifestyle & religion, traumas, and being an imperfect human.
In the song, "Ridiculous," Workrate says, “We going through **** but we don’t say niche / just pray to allah cause we need his help." Workrate believes that the only person he can truly confide in is Allah; that "a man cannot show his emotional side." These are the circumstances that are created by people's environments; unfortunately, Workrate has been through more than most. Thus, instilling a numbness that has yet to be healed. Workrate uses his faith to navigate his real life issues, and looks toward Allah in times of trouble.
Also discussed, disconnect with family, self-realization, and being sober for 3 years.
Sad Boys For Real! PVTSTCK studio owners (Herson, Jason, & Luis), sit down with me to discuss their ten year journey & the importance behind the studio they've built from the ground up. This unique group has been a staple for the Chicago community over their last 10 years; helping artists such as Saba & The Hxliday gain early success. In addition to their early work with the artists above, PVTSTCK has opened its doors to countless creatives to hone their craft & build relationships. Thus, establishing the studio as a powerhouse in the Chicago scene.
In the song "6PM in New York," Drake says, "Longevity, wonder how long they'll check for me / Prolly forever if I stay in my zone / I speak on this generation but can't change it alone," PVTSTCK has remained true to their one goal, and that is to empower the next generation. However, for as much adapting they've had to do as professionals they've done the same as people. Leading us to this conversation of, "10 years later..."
Also discussed, giving back to their communities, balancing life & work, finding themselves as people.
Sad Boys For Reall! Chicago artist, Shoebox Baby, slides to PVTSTCK to discuss growing up in O’Block, how his early success impacted his mindset, and learning how to cope with the loss of those closest to him.
In the song, “Recovery Mode” by FEMDOT he says, “So what you when you look in my eyes? / All the trauma I hide / All the hurt I disguise / So what you see when you think about our lives? / And all the times that I've tried and feel guilty that we alive.” This concept has followed Shoebox as he’s become the man he is today. Dealing with the repercussions of “survivor’s guilt” & the idea that it could’ve been him.
Box has been shaped by the home he’s known his whole life. For better & for worse. Living with the traumas that have been instilled, but using those as motivation for his next chapter.
Also discussed, "Make O'Block Great Again," memories with King Von, influence that Chief Keef had on the community, appearing on No Jumper & On The Radar.
Sad Boys For Real! Chicago artist, D2X, slides to PVTSTCK to discuss his album "Hotel 1105", giving up basketball and pursuing music, healing from previous marriage, and forgiving his parents & himself.
In the song, "Route Paradise," D2X says, "I'm getting older, I release resentment from my shoulder / forgiving my dad, myself, my mama, I was chosen." Often, instability while growing up instills feelings of anger and resent. D2X is reflective of his past-experiences, and the things that have instilled both positive & negative qualities within him. He soon realized these negative qualities were impacting his mental health; thus, impacting the people around him. D2X had to learn to forgive his parents, so that he can begin to forgive himself.
Also discussed, changes from "The Color Blue" to "Hotel 1105," starting to write "Hotel 1105" as a celebration and ending in tragedy, and understanding that he doesn't have to have all the answers.
Sad Boys For Real! Chicago artist, Senite, visits PVTSTCK to discuss learning to love music, growing up fast after the loss of her brother, failed friendships/relationships, and healing from past traumas.
In the song, "Billionaire," Senite sings, "If I charged for how much I loved / I’d be a billionaire right now." A regret that most people carry nowadays is trying to save a relationship for longer than we should have, or even just giving more love than a person deserved out of us. Senite is a person driven by love, whether that be for her family, friends, or whomever she is in a relationship with. Due to carrying her heart on her sleeve, she's had to heal herself & pick up the broken pieces that were left behind from each heart shattering experience.
Also discussed, performing with The Roots in 2009, concept behind her EP titles, hating music school, and growing up as the odd one out in her family.
Sad Boys For Real! Chicago artist, LaSalle Grandeur, slides to studio to discuss his latest album, losing both his parents, letting go of the pain from his past, and learning to live his truth.
In the song, "Trusted Angels," Lasalle says, "imma leave when things get too affectionate / believe me, I don't wanna runaway / yet everyone love fades away," LaSalle has experiences loss from an early age, and has been forced to accept everything in life is temporary. At points, this pain has dictated the way he crafts & develops new relationships. We've all faced trauma, but the difference is the way we respond when facing our triggers. At some point we have to let go of these "ghosts" that haunt us; even if they're ones that lie within us.
Also discussed, pressure of living up to others' expectations, definition of a "man," what happiness looks like, importance of voicemails from Saba & Ausar.
Sad Boys For Real! Chicago rapper, Pronto Spazzout, slides to PVTSTCK to discuss creating Jiggy Music, the influence of street life, importance of parental figures, and healing from the loss of his cousin.
In the remix of "Back in Blood," Pronto says, "I never rat / even on the opps / how you do that to your blood?" Maintaining your integrity & never switching up on those closest to you are values Pronto has carried throughout his life. Especially since these are the circumstances that caused his father to be reincarcerated.
Pronto's father has always remained connected to him; even through circumstances that were meant to tear them apart. Through this, Pronto has learned the meaning of being a father to his own kids. Making sure to always be present & teach them to never switch up
Also discussed, being falsely accused of being a dad, impact of his father being in jail for most of his life, where Pronto's trust issues originated from.
Sad Boys For Real! Chicago Rapper, Prez Harris, slides to PVTSTCK to discuss touring off his album, "Hourglass," pressure to succeed, feeling like time is passing him by, and balancing relationships & music.
In the song, "Emotionless," Drake says, "I always hear people complain about the place that they live / That all the people here are fake and they got nothin' to give / 'Cause they been starin' at somebody else's version of ****." Drake touches on a feeling that everybody knows all too well. Harris mentions how watching the way other people's lives advanced made him feel like time was passing him by. However, it's easy to feel left behind when all you're doing is focusing on what others have.
Harris allowed himself to be taken away from music multiple times, and even contemplating giving it up altogether at one point. The feeling of time stopping for no one started to creep up, and he realized he had a choice ti make.
Also discussed, getting cheated on, falling in love with music at a young age, and how has changed over the years.
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