An independent artist living in his mom’s basement says he’ll build a music empire — and he refuses to sign with anyone to do it.

In this episode of Look at the Water Hole, we talk about certainty before success, self-engineering, long-term vision, refusing deals, and why he believes independence is the only path forward. This isn’t about hype. It’s about conviction — and whether that conviction is enough.

00:00 Introduction00:02:18 Living in His Mom’s Basement00:08:47 Refusing to Sign Any Deal00:15:32 Building a Music Empire Independently00:22:10 Self-Engineering and Full Creative Control00:30:45 The Three-Disc Vision00:38:12 Why He Believes It’s Inevitable00:46:05 Long-Term Strategy vs Quick Fame00:54:20 Closing Thoughts

Follow Kayy Whyy

Beacons: https://beacons.ai/001kayywhyy?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio
SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/byrie2ballout
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/2k.yrie
Even: https://www.even.biz/artists/kayy-whyy
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKStNQgC-pl18WKRBxGisgg

Explore More

Chaesar Videos
https://www.chaesarvideos.com

Custom Vinyl Records
https://www.chaesarvideos.com/shop

#KayyWhyy #IndependentArtist #MusicEmpire #UndergroundArtists #LookAtTheWaterHole #ChaesarVideos

An interview with horror artist James Abyss about discomfort, interpretation, and why darkness keeps showing up in creative work. This interview isn’t about shock value—it’s about intent, control, and letting meaning exist without explanation.More episodes, archives, and projects:[https://www.chaesarvideos.com](https://www.chaesarvideos.com)Custom vinyl records and physical releases:[https://www.chaesarvideos.com/shop](https://www.chaesarvideos.com/shop)00:00:00:00 Introduction00:01:12:13 Letting the Viewer Decide the Meaning00:08:45:10 Early Influences and First Encounters with Horror00:17:32:06 Why Darkness Became a Language00:26:41:18 Discomfort vs Shock Value00:36:09:14 Control, Restraint, and Intentional Limits00:45:22:08 What the Work Is Actually Asking From People00:55:22:18 Closing ThoughtsFollow James AbyssInstagram: [https://www.instagram.com/jamesabyss/](https://www.instagram.com/jamesabyss/)Website: [https://www.jamesabyss.com/](https://www.jamesabyss.com/)Linktree: [https://linktr.ee/jamesabyss](https://linktr.ee/jamesabyss)TikTok: [https://www.tiktok.com/@jamesabyss](https://www.tiktok.com/@jamesabyss)Explore MoreChaesar Videos on YouTube[https://www.youtube.com/@chaesarvideos](https://www.youtube.com/@chaesarvideos)Chaesar Videos on Instagram[https://www.instagram.com/chaesarvideos/](https://www.instagram.com/chaesarvideos/)#JamesAbyss #HorrorArt #DarkArt #ContemporaryArt #UndergroundArtists #ArtistInterview #LookAtTheWaterHole #ChaesarVideos

With Trendsetter Wavy 🎙️

This is the full, uncut interview with Trendsetter Wavy for Look at the Water Hole. The conversation moves through background, mindset, business thinking, and long-term vision—documented without interruption as it happened.

Listen or watch the full archive and explore more releases at:
https://www.chaesarvideos.com

Topics Covered:

• Background and early influences

• Building a lane and long-term thinking

• Business mindset and storefront strategy

• Discipline, risk, and sustainability

• Reflections on growth and direction

Chapters:
00:00:00:00 – Opening & setup
00:03:45:00 – Background and early context
00:10:20:00 – Finding a lane and mindset shift
00:17:40:00 – Business strategy and storefront thinking
00:25:55:00 – Risk, discipline, and sustainability
00:33:10:00 – Looking ahead and long-term vision

Follow Trendsetter Wavy:
Links: https://linktr.ee/Trendsetterwavy
Instagram (Studios): https://www.instagram.com/trendsetter.studios/
Website: https://trendsetterstudios.us/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@trendsetterwavy
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/noblueprintz
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@trendsetterwavy
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/trendsetter-wavy/1812037064
The Garbage Can Experiment (book): https://share.google/ba58RYIJXDUPnjbJG

Explore More:
Chaesar Videos website: https://www.chaesarvideos.com
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXPXsmI0QbSMcQHe8gH5sjA
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chaesarvideos/

Hashtags:
#ChaesarVideos #LookAtTheWaterHole #TrendsetterWavy #UndergroundArtists #Entrepreneurship #ArtistInterview #CreativeProcess #MidwestArtists

With Robinthacut 🎙️

This uncut conversation captures a full, uninterrupted interview with Robinthacut for Look at the Water Hole. The discussion moves through background, creative development, music-making, and perspective—preserved as a complete record of the conversation as it happened.

Topics Covered:

• Background and personal context

• Early creative influences

• Music and artistic process

• Navigating identity, growth, and direction

• Reflections and closing thoughts

Chapters:
00:00:00:00 – Opening & setup
00:04:12:00 – Background and early life context
00:11:30:00 – Finding a creative voice
00:18:45:00 – Music process and influences
00:26:10:00 – Perspective on growth and direction
00:34:20:00 – Closing reflections
00:38:37:02 – Interview end

Follow Robinthacutt:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robinthacutt/?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet
Links: https://lnk.bio/ritc?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/robinthacut/1491627544
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3FuiGRGZpAFAtHtGofn2tq
SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/2953333
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9HpYTeK6qd9aJMVgcVGGUQ

Explore More:
Chaesar Videos website: https://www.chaesarvideos.com
Chaesar Videos YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXPXsmI0QbSMcQHe8gH5sjA
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chaesarvideos/

Hashtags:
#ChaesarVideos #LookAtTheWaterHole #Robinthacut #UndergroundArtists #IndependentMusic #ArtistInterview #MusicPodcast #CreativeProcess #MidwestArtists

8TheGoonie’s story is one of motion, discipline, and refusing to be boxed in. From working in silence to grappling with loss, from group loyalty to solo grind, this conversation covers the mindset behind the music, the lifestyle, and the work ethic that pushes it all forward. In this uncut interview, he talks about:🔥 The difference between artistry and popularity🔥 Learning how to move through life with more intention🔥 Group motivation vs solo drive🔥 Getting through loss and building emotional control🔥 Staying grounded and focused without social mediaThis is one of the most focused and layered conversations about music, grief, and real growth behind the scenes.Explore More:🎧 YouTube: [https://www.youtube.com/@chaesarvideos](https://www.youtube.com/@chaesarvideos)📸 Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/chaesarvideos/](https://www.instagram.com/chaesarvideos/)Follow 8TheGoonie:📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/swamplagoon8/🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@8thegoonie248🎵 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1tywIWm9z0qp98f6vWMSJ3🎶 Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/8thegoonie/1272240520Timestamps:00:00:00 - Intro and sitting solo for the first time00:03:11 - Why he doesn't force his presence online00:04:12 - Life after high school and family00:05:14 - Loyalty, emotion, and mental control00:07:22 - Discipline, silence, and being misunderstood00:09:06 - Taking music more seriously00:10:04 - Difference between fame and real creativity00:14:20 - Learning to plan ahead and live with intention00:15:17 - Core values and what keeps him focused00:17:07 - What he wants his music to give people00:18:00 - Why this interview mattered to him00:19:09 - Final shoutouts and where to follow him🔥 Hashtags:#ChaesarVideos #LookAtTheWaterHole #8TheGoonie #UndergroundArtist #ArtistInterview #IndependentMusic #MotionAndDiscipline #FocusedArtistry #GriefAndGrowth #OhioHipHop

WITH BIG CHOWDAA 🎧Hear more interviews like this: youtube.com/channel/UCXPXsmI0QbSMcQHe8gH5sjAFollow Chaesar Videos on Instagram: instagram.com/chaesarvideosDISCOVER BIG CHOWDAA AND HIS MUSIC:📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/1bigchowdaa/🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@1bigchowdaa🎵 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4iOkKaFMgdTDx7SVZ3G7L3🎶 Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/big-chowdaa/1488241756CHAPTERS:00:00:00 - What Is This?00:03:03 - Full Interview With Big Chowdaa00:43:28 - Music Video Premiere🔥 #ChaesarVideos #LookAtTheWaterHole #MusicIndustry #CreativeProcess #IndieArtists

WITH HOODRICHDURK 🎙️🎧 Hear more interviews like this: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXPXsmI0QbSMcQHe8gH5sjA📸 Follow Chaesar Videos on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chaesarvideos/DISCOVER HOODRICHDURK AND THEIR MUSIC:📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hoodrichdurk/🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxMhP2w0Zh6U_oBSwzjI9jg🎵 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4iOkKaFMgdTDx7SVZ3G7L3?si=XUQaYNsvTbqIFPgUJkRT7w🎶 Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/hoodrichdurk/1507586934CHAPTERS:00:00:00 - Breaking Curses, Not Just Making Music00:05:40 - Building ShufflaCon and the "Batman Lifestyle"00:15:19 - Vision, Networking, and the Role of Faith00:24:02 - The Commission: A Structure for Empowerment00:25:15 - A Turbulent Upbringing Across States00:44:27 - College Ball, Survivor's Guilt, and the Collapse01:02:17 - Arrests, Wake Up Calls, and Recommitment01:06:03 - Finding Clarity Through Self-Investment01:10:37 - The New Era: Faith, Independence, and Vision🔥 #ChaesarVideos #LookAtTheWaterHole #MusicIndustry #CreativeProcess #IndieArtists

Quilly G's story is one of talent, growth, and tension between perfectionism and release. With unreleased projects stacked up, he's wrestling with what it means to put his name on something while staying consistent and true to himself. In this raw, honest conversation, he talks about:🔥 The meaning behind the "G" in his name🔥 Learning to rap from being around more skilled artists🔥 Fighting through perfectionism and self-doubt🔥 Why the "middle arc" of his music career mattered most🔥 What he wants his music to give young peopleThis is one of the most introspective interviews on balancing creativity, confidence, and personal growth.**Explore More:**🎧 YouTube: [https://www.youtube.com/@chaesarvideos]📸 Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/chaesarvideos/]**Follow Quilly G:**📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quilly.g/🎵 Twitter: https://x.com/QuillyGotMoves🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@quilly.g🎵 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1lYfcU04ccM7EVTMNFK3K0🎶 Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/quilly-g/1504802200**Timestamps:**00:00:00 - What the "G" stands for in Quilly G00:01:52 - When he started making music and what pushed him toward it00:04:02 - What music means to him now, and how his relationship to it changed00:06:01 - Letting go of outside validation and making music for himself00:07:09 - His "middle arc" and how experimenting helped him grow00:09:27 - Why his sound doesn't fit into a genre and what sets him apart00:11:47 - His work ethic, album backlog, and the challenge of releasing00:13:12 - His favorite song, favorite album, and why they matter00:16:53 - Struggles with perfectionism and the pressure of presentation00:19:18 - Holding himself accountable while learning patience00:22:29 - What brings him back to music when he wants to give up00:25:10 - Balancing studio time with life and responsibilities00:27:20 - Why originality and clever wordplay are his favorite parts00:30:56 - The mixtape that changed his life and early inspirations00:32:09 - Why he shares his reality in his songs00:34:25 - Transitioning from pleasing people to pleasing himself00:35:51 - Thoughts on media coverage and doing things alone00:36:58 - Views, likes, and the social media dilemma00:38:01 - TikTok vs word-of-mouth: modern problems00:40:57 - Standing firm on being different00:41:24 - Is he happy with where he's at?00:42:56 - First taste of success, algorithm discoveries, and TikTok debates00:45:04 - What does it take to entertain people?00:46:57 - How hard was the transition to authenticity?00:49:09 - How his environment shaped his music00:50:41 - His background in journalism and writing00:52:22 - Growing up in the North side00:53:12 - What new environments add to his music00:54:02 - Shower thoughts and nuggets of wisdom00:55:02 - Most deeply held values: faith, family, and morality00:56:55 - Final reflection on friendship and boundaries01:03:17 - Knowing he’s not perfect, but still striving01:04:19 - What will finally get him to drop his next project01:05:14 - Why this interview matters to him01:07:06 - Final question: 1 gorilla vs 100 men?01:14:05 - Final message to the audience01:16:01 - Where to follow Quilly G and closing remarks🔥 **Hashtags:**#ChaesarVideos #LookAtTheWaterHole #QuillyG #UndergroundArtist #ArtistInterview #IndependentMusic #CreativeJourney #ColumbusOhio #MusicPhilosophy #MiddleArc #Perfectionism #SelfGrowth #AuthenticArtistry

WITH ONLY1CHECK 🎧🎧 Hear more interviews like this: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXPXsmI0QbSMcQHe8gH5sjA📸 Follow Chaesar Videos on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chaesarvideos/DISCOVER ONLY1CHECK AND HIS MUSIC:📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/just__check/🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Only1Check🎵 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4X5z2cnjsSTomo3IMTpKDh🎶 Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/only1check/1524328717CHAPTERS:00:00:00 - Who is Only1Check?00:01:37 - Starting Young & Naming the Artist00:05:36 - Homelessness and the First Mic00:07:15 - The Death of Guapo00:11:34 - Depression, Family, and Internal Battles00:19:04 - Creating Despite the Obstacles00:29:04 - Why He Still Loves Music00:32:45 - Basketball as Therapy00:39:28 - Closing Reflections🔥 #ChaesarVideos #LookAtTheWaterHole #MusicIndustry #CreativeProcess #IndieArtists #Only1Check #StorytellingThroughMusic #UndergroundArtists #MentalHealthInMusic #GriefAndHealing #Persistence #HipHopJourney

With SRT Scarlito 🎙️🎧 Hear more podcasts like this one👉 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXPXsmI0QbSMcQHe8gH5sjA📸 Follow Chaesar Videos on Instagram👉 https://www.instagram.com/chaesarvideos/🎵 Discover SRT Scarlito and his music:👉 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/srt.scarlito/👉 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SRT_ScarLito👉 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3LKCrlQHdgkip40sxtvHWA👉 Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/srt-scarlito/167120869100:00:00 - Intro and Sample Work00:01:20 - SRT Scarlito’s First Interview00:07:31 - Capricorn & Astrology Talk00:09:14 - Why He Makes Music00:15:50 - The Meaning Behind His Name00:21:31 - Dropping Lean from His Image00:24:29 - Getting Shot & Bouncing Back00:26:32 - How Music Changed His Mindset00:29:27 - His Top 3 Artists & Ohio’s Sound00:39:28 - Fashion & Music Connection00:42:55 - How He Makes Music00:56:04 - Networking & Self-Promotion01:03:28 - Final Thoughts & What’s NextHashtags:#SrtScarlito #Interview #ChaesarVideos #LookAtTheWaterHole #RawConversations #IndieArtists #MusicJourney #CreativeTalks #SelfMade #MusicIndustry #IndependentArtist #OhioMusic