Sad Boy Radio

Sad Boy Radio

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Sad Boy Radio episodes

  • Sad Boy Radio CVIII: What's The World Without Enigma? (W/ DJ Enigma The Villain)

    Sad Boys For Real! Chicago DJ, Dj Enigma, slides to the studio & discusses the moments that have helped make him a staple in Chicago. From being Sicko Mobb's official DJ to opening for artists like Future, Enigma has established his name in not only Chicago, but across the US by creating his own lane & not being scared to take risks.

    In the song "Monster," Justin Bieber sings, "But what if I, what if I trip?/ What if I, what if I fall? / Then am I the monster?" This is something that Enigma & I found common ground on. Often, we would be mislabled due to the way we carry ourselves. Enigma talks about feeling a sense of being misunderstood; whether this came from strangers, friends or family. Since then, Enigma has aligned himself with the view of a villain; not because of a harmful nature, but because he does as he pleases & doesn't worry about what others may say.
    Also discussed, regrets in life, perks of touring, best DJs in Chicago, guiding the next generation

    44 min
  • Sad Boy Radio CVII: The Things I'll Never Have? (W/ TRUB)

    Sad Boys For Real! Atlanta artist, Trub, comes through & discusses his recent single with Project Pat hitting 3 million views, working with Juicy J, his struggles with anxiety, and the fear of the things he'll be missing being 100 percent locked in on music.

    In the song, "Rich," August Alsina sings, "Am I wrong for wanting better / Should I just settle forever? / Ooh, I swear it feels like / This is as good as it gets." These are questions we all ask as not only creatives, but as people. We strive to have the things we've never had; however, in the midst of it all we lose sight of what's important. Unfortunately, we forget to cherish what we do have in our families & current living situations...
    TRUB reflects on this by discussing how he can potentially miss out on having a family. However, the reverse being possibly missing out on sharign his story with the world by stopping music early. Leading us to reflect on, "the things we'll never have..."
    Also discussed, building relationship with Andre Williams (grammy award winning A&R), where his anxiety stems from, how Project Pat has taught him to be a better man.

    32 min
  • Sad Boy Radio CVI: Burying My Trauma? (W/ Arigon)

    Sad Boys For Real! Chicago Rapper, Arigon, comes to the studio to discuss his new album (F.H.L) & the experiences that helped him form this new body of work. From facing unresolved trauma, to understanding coping mechanisms, and finding alternative ways to change after a medical diagnosis. The most significant being giving up alcohol.

    Arigon says in his new song "Drowning," "Feel something inside me dying/ I know it's time to roll / this weight on my shoulder / I know it's time to let it go." Often, people reflect on their lives & are scared to let go of the things that prevent them from being their best selves. We find ways to bury our traumas either through money, love, alcohol, drugs, etc... Sometimes the best thing we can do is let it go & grow.
    Also discussed: trying to save everybody & losing yourself, using mental health as a crutch, changing the way you think

    40 min
  • Sad Boy Radio CV: That's Life? (W/ Saint Millie)

    Sad Boys For Real! Chicago artist, Saint Millie, visits the studio to discuss his days helping build Jugrnaut, being a member of Treated Crew, and his transition from being a full-time artist to being a full time artist manager.

    Millie established himself as a disruptor within the industry & helped establish a culture for Chicago music. Bringing together the sounds of old Chicago & new Chicago. From Chance The Rapper, Mano, Saba, and many more!
    OG Stevo said in his song, "Fear of God," "I may seem happy, but that's just an appearance/ God is the one & only thing that i'm fearing / I put my heart & soul in these lyrics..." Saint Millie's story is one that he laid on wax & allowed to be his escape. From his father being in & out of his life, his mother being incarcerated, and growing up in a neighborhood where he felt out of place & unsafe; forcing him to adopt the moniker Saint Millie, wanting to be a savior through music.
    Also discussed: mental toll of losing a part of you, resentment towards music, losing family, and accepting change

    44 min
  • Sad Boy Radio CIV: Healing My Scars? (W/ Yaya Tha Bawse)

    Sad Boys For Real! Chicago DJ, Yaya The Base, slides through the studio after opening her first residency (Club Yaya). Yaya & I discuss her inspiration to pursue neuroscience and Doing; as well as, the traumas that have impacted her everyday since she was a child. From loss of loved ones to toxic patterns within relationships.

    Ed Sheeran says in the song Runaway, "I've never seen my dad cry / Cold as stone in the kitchen light / I'll tell you it's about time / But I was raised to keep quiet / This is what I'm gonna do / Gonna run away, gonna make that move" Something that many individuals growing up in a Latin household can relate to. Due to this, Yaya has used music as her form of self-expression & a way to heal from her past wounds. Unfortunately, there's some scars that we'll never heal from...
    Also discussed, breaking toxic patterns, learning about relationships from parents, importance of therapy, being mindful of others mental health journey.

    52 min
  • Sad Boy Radio CIII: Where I'm From? (W/ OG Denzo)

    Sad Boys For Real! Chicago Rapper, OG Denzo, slides to the studio & discusses his new outlook on life since leaving prison. Denzo has been featured on IHeartRadio & collaborated with countless Chicago rappers, OG Stevo being one of them; however, it all came to a halt when he had to serve 3 months in prison... Denzo reflects on his experience in prison & discusses the impact it's had on his mental health, relationships with family, & his music career.

    Akon said in Locked Up, "Cause visitation no longer comes by / Seems like they forgot about me / Commissary is getting empty / My cell mates eating food without me / Can't wait to get out and move forward with my life / Got a family that loves me and wants me to do right," Denzo experienced this first hand and realized he needed to change from the only ways to life he's known... Listen & find out how Denzo's mindset was shaped by where he's from.
    Also discussed, celebrating lost loved ones, impact of environment you're raised in, what Denzo wants to accomplish moving forward.

    35 min
  • Sad Boy Radio CI: Who's Really Got Me? (W/ Gato The DJ)

    Sad Boys For Real! Chicago DJ, Gato The DJ, visits the studio to discuss his early success as a DJ, DJing for artists such as Miky Woodz & El Alfa; however, this early success leads to self-doubt when hard times come along. There have been many ups & downs in the industry for Gato (COVID being a huge one).

    Being a part of night life brings a high in of itself; however, when everything is done at the end of the night it's yourself you have to face the next day.
    Gato discusses the impact nightlife has had on not only his mental health, but his relationships with family & friends. Trying to establish a secure foundation while weeding out those who only use you for their benefit.
    Bruno Mars says in Grenade, " I would go through all this pain / Take a bullet straight through my brain / Yes, I would die for ya, baby / But you won't do the same." A common occurence that makes you question, "who's really got me?"
    Also discussed, impact of substances on mental health, finding purpose in life, groqing relationships with creatives, misperception from family.

    27 min
  • Sad Boy Radio C: I'm Only Human? (W/ DJ SIMMY)
    Sad Boys For Real! For our 100th episode we have Chicago DJ, Simmy, slide through the studio to discuss her journey as a creative. More importantly, we discuss the lessons she's learned through being a DJ, producer, entrepreneur, and more importantly a human.As creatives, we're doubted & viewed as selfish due to the unique lifestyle we choose to live. Our job is more often viewed as a hobby rather than work, even when the success is at an all-time high. Unfortunately, the higher we get, it feels like the people around us seem to care less & less as time goes on. The lifestyle becomes lonely, and we forget to cherish those we love most.Ed sheeran sings in Nina, "And time's the only reason that we could break up/ 'Cause you would always tell me I'm away too much / Distance is relative to the time that it takes / To get on a plane or make a mistake, so say it again." There are sacrifices required to reach the heights we dream of, and time for others is scarce let alone ourselves. That's when we sit back & realize, "I'm only human..."Also discussed, performing at summer smash & Sway in The Morning, battle with depression, music influences
    56 min
  • Sad Boy Radio XCIX: Everything Happens For A Reason? (W/ DJ PEEWEE)
    Sad Boys For Real! Miami DJ, DJ PEEWEE, slides to Chicago to discuss her 10 year career & the events that have shaped her into the woman she is today. PEEWEE has played at Coachella, Rolling Loud, and even Paris; however, it's the things that happened behind the scenes that have had the biggest impact.PEEWEE has faced countless hardships throughout life that made her question, "why was I put in these positions?" It wasn't until recently where she's started to find the silver lining & own her experiences to help others. From finding a new identity due to a career ending injury, to being placed in rooms with people with bad intentions. PEEWEE is a survivor of both mental & physical struggles.Also discussed, faith in God, most toxic relationship story, Girls Make Beats, & importance of mental wellness.
    1 hr 1 min
  • Sad Boy Radio XCVIII: Hoping To Be Okay? (W/ Danielle Casel of No More Heroes)
    Sad Boys For Real! No More Heroes A&R, Danielle Casel, slides to the studio to discuss her transition from teaching into the music industry, working with top acts such as Fly Nari, OG Stevo & DCG Bros, and the way in which her mental health struggles have continuously impacted her.Hailey Williams sings in the song Fake Happy, "I been doing a good job of / makin' 'em think / I'm quite alright / But I hope I don't blink/ you see its easy when I'm stomping on a beat / But no one sees me when I crawl back underneath," Often, we create a a front that prevents people from truly understanding what we may be going through. We're afraid to let people know that sometimes we're not okay... Sometimes the best we are doing is hoping to be okayAlso discussed, impact of anxiety, depression & OCD, learning from Laka Films & mental health advice.
    46 min

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