Chaiboost Podcast

a dynamic artist fusing gothic textures with contemporary alternative r&b, brampton-based singer-songwriter ashavari channels her south asian identity into a sonically and visually immersive world. pairing crystalline vocals with dark, synth-driven production to create work that feels both haunting and deeply personal. ashavari transforms her journey of healing into art - challenging convention while redefining representation for south asian women in global music. @ashavari___________

a multidisciplinary artist blending heritage with contemporary expression, brooklyn-based iranian singer-songwriter sarah khatami channels her cultural roots into visually striking, emotionally charged work. through her art, she honors identity while challenging convention - creating pieces that feel deeply intimate yet universally understood. find sarah on socials @sarahkhatami. special thank you to raunaq soin with Howard Hanna Allen Tate for sponsoring this episode of chaiboost :)

a multilingual artist who blends his lebanese roots with global sounds, kris piña uses his rich vocal timbre to shine a light on the arab diaspora. through his music, he celebrates heritage while pushing creative boundaries, crafting music that is both deeply personal and universally resonant. @krispinamusic @chaiboostnyc

today we’re diving into the intersection of artistry, activism, and identity, through the lens of someone who’s been changing what representation can look like: New York City’s very own - mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani.

nyc based cypriot-american artist @olgaprepis is redefining what it means to be a powerhouse in today’s modern day music scene. here to inspire the next generation of artists from cyprus, enjoy the full conversation with olga prepis.

@loramouna joins chaiboost for an exclusive interview and talks about all things creative processes and social activism. follow lora at @loramouna on social and find her music on all streaming platforms.

one of indonesia's most talented new stars, chaiboost presents a conversation with mark natama @marknatama. episode is graciously supported by Oh My Pudding NY @ohmypuddingny.

music is more accessible than it ever has been. enjoy my conversation with new jersey-based singer and rapper detoxinbix. his new EP 'It's Better to Breathe' is out now on all major streaming platforms. check it out today :)

EXCISE DEPT delivers their freshman album - and it breaks all conventional boundaries.

join me as I do a deep dive into the latest revolutionary Punjabi album to hit the market, Jerry's "RAW". from inspirational and cross-cultural influences, check out what makes "RAW" one of the most underrated albums of the year.