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The Sonical.ly PodcastFemi Kuti - Journey Through Life LP, Growing Up with Fela, Finding My Voice & Overcoming DoubtersSend us a textInterview By Elmo ChongOn this week’s Sonical.ly Podcast, we sit down with Femi Kuti — Grammy-nominated Afrobeat pioneer, son of Fela Kuti, and a fiercely original artist who has spent decades forging his own path.In this rare and deeply personal conversation, Femi shares lessons every music creator should hear:🔑 Key Takeaways for Music Creators:🎷 Being self-taught doesn't mean being untrained.Femi reveals how he learned saxophone and trumpet by ear and willpower, after being handed instruments but no instruction — and how that shaped...2025-04-2656 min
The Sonical.ly PodcastLeroy Sanchez - 'Sorry for the Chaos' LP, Being Shelved, Starting Over, and Staying SaneSend us a text🎙️ New Episode Alert! 🎙️(Full Episode)Interview by: Elmo ChongLeroy Sanchez is a name millions first came to know through soul-stirring YouTube covers. But what started as a teen uploading videos from his bedroom in Spain has evolved into a career marked by heartfelt songwriting, powerful vocals, and a global fanbase. 🎤🌍Now, after years of anticipation, Leroy is releasing his debut full-length album, Sorry for the Chaos, dropping April 4th. On the latest episode of the Sonical.ly Podcast, we sit down to talk about the highs, lows, and everyt...2025-04-0743 min
The Sonical.ly PodcastMereba - The Breeze Grew A Fire LP, How Motherhood Reshaped My Music, Staying Rooted in My 'Why'Send us a text🎙️ New Episode Alert! 🎙️ (Full Episode!)Interview by Elmo ChongMereba is a multi-talented singer, songwriter, rapper, and producer known for blending soul, R&B, folk, and hip-hop into a sound uniquely her own. Her poetic lyricism and genre-defying music have made her one of the most compelling voices in contemporary music. With her highly anticipated album The Breeze Grew a Fire dropped on February 14th, featuring singles like Counterfeit and Phone Me, Mereba invites listeners into one of her most immersive and introspective projects yet.In our conversati...2025-03-0355 min
The Sonical.ly PodcastA Great Big World - then there were sparks EP, Making it through Multiple Sclerosis and OCD TogetherSend us a text🎙️ New Episode Alert! 🎙️ (Full Episode!)Interview by Elmo ChongIan Axel and Chad King are the Grammy-winning duo behind A Great Big World, known for hits like Say Something with Christina Aguilera and This Is the New Year. Their heartfelt songwriting, soaring melodies, and vulnerability have resonated with millions. With their new EP Then There Were Sparks dropping February 21st, they continue to evolve as artists while staying true to their emotional core.In our conversation, Ian and Chad share:🔸 The story behind Say Something and how it unexpe...2025-02-2255 min
The Sonical.ly PodcastSak Pase - Finding Success with A Heart to Serve, Making Hits for Kanye, Jay-Z, Rihanna & ShaboozeySend us a text🎙️ New Episode Alert! 🎙️ (Full Episode!)Interview by Elmo ChongIn this episode of the Sonical.ly Podcast, host Elmo Chong sits down with legendary producer and record executive Sak Pase (Sham Joseph). With a career spanning collaborations with icons like Rihanna, Kanye West, Jay-Z, Nicki Minaj, and Travis Scott, Sak Pase has shaped the sound of modern music. From co-producing Man Down to his work on Watch the Throne, he continues to redefine the industry with innovative hits, most recently Shaboozey’s record-breaking song, A Bar Song (Tipsy).This epi...2025-02-161h 15
The Sonical.ly PodcastGino Vannelli - The Life I Got LP, My Beloved Patricia & Coping with Loss Seeking Spiritual AnswersSend us a text🎙️ New Episode Alert! 🎙️ (Full Episode!)This week on the Sonical.ly Podcast, we are honored to welcome the legendary Gino Vannelli—a music icon whose career spans five decades and 21 albums. From his timeless hit I Just Wanna Stop to the critically acclaimed Live in LA album, Gino has captivated audiences worldwide with his soulful voice and genre-blending compositions. Now, he's releasing his most personal project yet, The Life I Got to My Most Beloved, out February 7th—a heartfelt tribute to his late wife, Patricia.In this deeply insightful epi...2025-02-0850 min
The Sonical.ly PodcastLubalin - Haha No Worries LP, Making 'Internet Drama', Winning with PersistenceSend us a text🎙️ New Episode Alert! 🎙️ (Full Episode!)Interview by Elmo ChongThis week on the Sonical.ly Podcast, we’re thrilled to welcome Lubalin, the multi-talented musician, producer, and viral sensation behind the internet drama TikTok series with over 264 million views and 3.4 million followers. Lubalin’s journey from internet stardom to debuting his incredible album 'Ha Ha No Worries' is nothing short of inspiring.In this episode, Lubalin shares:🎸 How childhood exploration of music (and Mario Paint!) sparked his creative passion.🤔 The challenges of balancing viral success with creatin...2024-12-2549 min
The Sonical.ly PodcastBLK LT$ (fka Andreena Mill): From Drake Collabs to the Wu-Tang Army—Redefining R&B and Hip-HopSend us a text🎙️ New Episode Alert! 🎙️ (Full Episode!)This week, we’re excited to welcome Grammy-nominated engineer, singer-songwriter, and producer BLK LT$ (formerly known as Andreena Mill) to the Sonical.ly Podcast! Known for her powerful vocals, raw lyricism, and genre-blending style, BLK LT$ has collaborated with some of the biggest names in the industry, including Drake, French Montana, and Kodak Black. Now, she's gearing up for her highly anticipated project, Honey: The Black Lotus Meets the Killa Bees, set to drop this fall under the legendary 36 Chambers label.In this episode, BLK LT$ shar...2024-11-1239 min
The Sonical.ly PodcastJoe L. Barnes - The Good Shepherd LP, Serving the Priesthood, Prioritizing RelationshipsSend us a textIn this week’s episode of the Sonical.ly Podcast, we’re joined by the Grammy Award-winning gospel artist Joe L. Barnes—known for his incredible work with Maverick City Music and heartfelt solo projects like Good Shepherd. Joe L.'s music has touched the hearts of millions around the world, and in this powerful conversation, we dive deep into his journey of faith, music, and personal growth.In this episode, Joe L. shares: 🔸 Growing up in a household filled with music from Usher to Kirk Franklin. 🔸 The balance betw...2024-09-2634 min
The Sonical.ly PodcastSnotty Nose Rez Kids- 'Red Future' LP, 'Bougie Natives' Impact, Breaking Through Racist StereotypesSend us a textInterview by: Elmo ChongIn today’s episode, we are honoured to host the groundbreaking rap group Snotty Nose Rez Kids. Hailing from the Haisla Nation in Kitimat BC, Young Trybez and Yung D have created a powerful voice in hip-hop,using their music to highlight Indigenous culture, issues, and identity. Since forming in 2016, Snotty Nose Rez Kids have released a series of impactful projects,, earning them numerous awards and nominations, including multiple JUNO Award nods. They have a new single and video out today called ‘No Dogs A...2024-09-0429 min
The Sonical.ly PodcastKossisko - New Album ‘Slayerz Ball’, Life After 100’s, Channeling Rick James’ FunkSend us a textInterview By Elmo ChongIn today’s episode, we are thrilled to host Kossisko, a rapper, songwriter, and performer known for their unique blend of rap, funk, and R&B. Kossisko’s music, characterized by its bold themes and innovative soundscapes, has distinguished them as one of the most original voices in the contemporary music scene.Starting their career under the moniker 100s and gaining recognition for his revival of West Coast G-funk vibes, Kossisko has since evolved, embracing a more eclectic and experimental approach to their music. In ou...2024-09-0447 min
The Sonical.ly PodcastSadBoi - Bare Chat LP, How to Be a Cry Baby 'Baddie', Manifesting Nicki MinajSend us a textInterview by: Elmo Chong & G.NAIn today’s episode, we are thrilled to host the dynamic and multifaceted artist, SadBoi. Born Ebhoni Jade Cato-O’Garro in Toronto and now based in Atlanta, SadBoi has quickly become a distinctive voice in the music industry.Her versatile style spans dancehall, R&B, hip-hop, reggae, and pop, showcasing her ability to craft deeply personal yet universally relatable music.Lyrically, SadBoi is unflinchingly honest and provocative, which she first showcased on the 2021 mixtape "Good Dick and Weed.’’ This year she showcase...2024-09-0451 min
The Sonical.ly PodcastCaleb Hearn - I Found My True Voice as a Singer-Songwriter After a Brief Rap CareerSend us a textInterview by Elmo ChongIn today’s episode, we are thrilled to welcome Caleb Hearn, a singer-songwriter whose heartfelt lyrics and captivating melodies have swiftly carved a niche for him in the music world.From the early days of sharing his music online to captivating millions of listeners with his raw, honest tracks, Caleb has demonstrated an extraordinary knack for storytelling through music. "Klonopin" is his new single out which is a follow-up to his previous single “Little Bit Better” with singer-songwriter ROSIE, which are absolute masterpieces. 2024-09-0448 min
The Sonical.ly PodcastWinona Oak - Void EP Release, Worst Year of My Life, The Chainsmokers CollaborationSend us a textInterview by Elmo Chong & G.NAIn today’s episode, we are honored to host the mesmerizing Winona Oak, a singer-songwriter whose haunting melodies and beautiful lyrics have captivated audiences around the globe. Originating from the serene landscapes of Sweden, Winona Oak's journey into music is as enchanting as her sound. Her breakthrough came through her collaboration with What So Not on the track "Beautiful", which showcased her ability to convey deep emotions through her music. She further captivated the music community with her stunning vocals on The Chainsmokers’ hit "...2024-06-1740 min
The Sonical.ly PodcastLindsey Stirling - Duality EP, Finding 'Inner Gold', How to 'Surrender' & 'Survive' a Broken HeartSend us a textInterview by Elmo Chong & G.NAIn today’s episode, we have the immense pleasure of hosting the incredibly talented Lindsey Stirling, a violinist, songwriter, and performer whose electrifying blend of classical music with pop, rock, and electronic dance music has captivated audiences around the world.Lindsey burst onto the scene with her appearance on "America’s Got Talent," and since then, she has continued to dazzle with her dynamic performances and innovative music videos, which often go viral. Her new album Duality (out June 14th) is a vis...2024-06-1734 min
The Sonical.ly PodcastGiacomo Turra - The Way She Wants, How to Blow up on Social Media, Advice to Next Gen GuitaristsSend us a textInterview by Elmo ChongIn today’s episode, we have the pleasure of diving into the world of Giacomo Turra, an extraordinary guitarist known for his technical mastery and incredible music. Giacomo stands out in the music scene with his ability to blend complex guitar techniques with expressive musicality that captivate and enchant audiences worldwide.Throughout his career, Giacomo has earned acclaim for his dynamic range, from delicate acoustic pieces to powerful electric solos, incorporating elements of jazz, blues, rock, and beyond.He has recently released his ne...2024-05-2950 min
The Sonical.ly PodcastTaylor Felt - New Single 'Mirror Mirror' + 'Dead Flowers' EP + Golden Hour Virality w/JVKESend us a textInterview by Elmo ChongWelcome to today's episode, where we're beyond excited to welcome Taylor Felt. She is an incredibly talented singer-songwriter and social media sensation whose voice and music have captured the hearts of fans across the globe. Her journey is one of passion, dedication, and creativity, manifesting not only in her powerful covers of popular hits but also in her compelling original songs that speak volumes of her artistry and emotion.Composing music from the early age of 7 yrs old, Taylor’s path has been influenced by a d...2024-05-2447 min
The Sonical.ly PodcastPortugal. The Man - Surviving On $1 A Day + Mac Miller + Frances Changed My Life (S2 Ep.4)Send us a textInterview by Elmo Chong Hailing from Alaska, and now based out of Portland, Oregon, John Gourley and his band Portugal. The Man have solidified their place among the most innovative and compelling bands of their generation.Since their formation in the early 2000s, Portugal. The Man has embarked on an extraordinary musical journey, marked by an impressive discography, including hits like "Feel It Still," which not only earned them mainstream recognition, but also a Grammy for Best Pop Duo/Group Performance. In this conversation, we delve into...2024-05-141h 27
The Sonical.ly PodcastStephanie Poetri - Growing Up In Jakarta,'I Love You 3000' & Music Industry Tips (Full S2 EP2)Send us a textInterview by: G.NA & ElmoToday we’re incredibly excited to sit down with Stephanie Poetri. She is a multi-talented singer-songwriter, from Jakarta Indonesia, who catapulted to international fame with her viral hit "I Love You 3000," a song that not only showcased her melodic prowess but also her ability to capture the nuances of emotion and storytelling within her music.Her music can be characterized by its emotive lyricism and catchy melodies, speaking to a generation navigating the complexities of love, life, and self-discovery.With a growing dis...2024-05-0248 min
The Sonical.ly PodcastIV JAY - 90's R&B Inspirations + Writing 'Thirsty' & 'Love Song' + Picking Beats (Full S2, EP 2)Send us a textIn today’s episode, we're thrilled to have someone who is a multifaceted artist whose journey from social media sensation to rising star in the music world embodies the spirit of modern superstardom. Now in her early 20’s, she has captured the hearts of fans not only with her soulful voice and compelling music but also through her dynamic presence on platforms like Instagram & Tik Tok, where she first gained significant attention.In addition to her musical contributions, her commitment to female empowerment is evident not only in her lyrics but also...2024-04-0829 min
The Sonical.ly PodcastBipolar Sunshine - Early Days, American Dream, DJ Snake Middle, Advice for Creators (Full S2-Ep. 1)Send us a textInterview by: Elmo ChongIn today’s episode we have the privilege of diving into the creative world of Bipolar Sunshine, a prolific artist whose musical journey is as intriguing and vibrant as his stage name suggests.Emerging from the vibrant city of Manchester, Bipolar Sunshine has captivated audiences worldwide with his unique blend of indie pop and electronic music, a sound that defies the conventional boundaries of genre. His discography, including the critically acclaimed tracks "Daydreamer," "Deckchairs on the Moon," and the massive collaboration "Middle" with DJ...2024-03-1552 min
The Sonical.ly PodcastThe Blackmordia (블랙모디아) - The Quest for Rock Stardom in this Modern Era of Music (Ep. 14)Send us a textPunk, pop, pomp, and a whole lotta poise – these are the ingredients that make up the arena-threatening French electro-rock outfit The Blackmordia. With a singular vision and bags of attitude, they tread that curious line between not giving a f**k and wanting to mean everything to everyone. Since their creation in 2014 by drummer Sofianne Seddiki, the band has toured across Europe with rock legends KISS, metalcore pioneers Bring Me The Horizon, and new-age alt band Nothing But Thieves. Now, the quintet has set their sights on being a band like no other, bl...2023-11-0954 min
The Sonical.ly PodcastChaz Mishan (채즈 미샨) - On Working With Jason Derulo + Sofia Reyes + Big Bang + BabyMonster (Ep.13)Send us a textIn this video super producer Chaz Mishan shows us how he approaches creating different genres of music and uses K-pop and Latin styles as examples.CHAZ MISHAN is an RIAA certified multi-platinum American record producer and songwriter, based in Los Angeles. Originally from Miami, FL Chaz began as a classically trained guitar player and quickly realized his passion for production. Over the course of his career, he has produced for Jason Derulo, Anitta, Rita Ora, James Arthur, Jhay Cortez, Sofia Reyes, Gente De Zona, Lil Wayne, The Backstreet Boys, Big Bang, a...2023-10-1854 min
The Sonical.ly PodcastJ.Reid (제이레이드) - 'My Relationship with Nicki Minaj' + Advice to Music Creators (Full Ep. 11)Send us a textIn this episode G.NA and Elmo interview the talented producer J.Reid. He discuses his rise to producer stardom and gives advice to up and coming music creators, telling them how they can leverage their skills to make money from their music.Who is J.Reid?As a skilled percussionist, pianist, guitarist, vocalist & writer, Reid has spent the last 13 years perfecting his craft while working with music talents such as Lloyd, Zonnique, Webbie, Rick Ross, Jack Harlow, City Girls, Salma Slims, Lil Baby, Pap Chanel & Lil Wayne. He h...2023-09-2036 min
The Sonical.ly PodcastDobrawa Czocher - Inner Symphonies & Dreamscapes (Full Ep. 10)Send us a textDobrawa Czocher is a Polish cellist born into a musical family who started playing at the age of 7. She soon became inseparable from the cello and from there, it was a natural decision to dedicate her life to music. Crochet is a graduate of two prestigious music universities: the Chopin University of Music in Warsaw as a student of Professor Piotr Hausenplas’s class, and Hochschule für Musik in Detmold in Germany under Professor Alexander Gebert. She is also the winner of several solo and chamber music competitions. She has part...2023-08-1951 min
The Sonical.ly PodcastRichard Devine (리처드 데바인) - Designing Sounds for Apple + Tesla (Full Ep. 9)Send us a textRichard Devine is an Atlanta-based electronic musician and sound designer. He is recognized for producing a layered and heavily processed sound, combining influences from glitch music to old and modern electronic music. Devine largely records for the Miami-based Schematic Records, which was founded by Josh Kay of Phoenecia. He has also done extensive recording and sample work with Josh Kay under the name DEVSND. As a result of praise of his music from Autechre as well as a remix of Aphex Twin's "Come to Daddy", Devine recorded an album for Warp Records which...2023-08-191h 49
The Sonical.ly PodcastPowfu - A Stray Dog + A New Album + Upcoming Europe Tour (Full Ep. 8)Send us a textIsaiah Faber (born March 31, 1999), known professionally as Powfu, is a Canadian rapper, singer, songwriter, and record producer. He is the son of Dave Faber from the band Faber Drive. He amassed popularity following the release of his first charting single, "Death Bed (Coffee for Your Head)", featuring Beabadoobee, which peaked at number 23 on the Billboard Hot 100.CareerIn February 2020, he released the song "Death Bed (Coffee for Your Head)", which featured a sample of Beabadoobee's debut single "Coffee". The single has received over 1 billion s...2023-07-2332 min
The Sonical.ly PodcastJohn Kim-Becoming a Unicorn Tech Investor after Making Platinum Records (Full Ep. 7)Send us a textInterview by: Elmo Chong and Gina Choi (G.NA) John Kim’s career has taken him across a diverse range of operating and investing environments from early-stage startups to fortune 500 companies. John is the founder of the cross-border venture capital firm Amasia, that helps technology companies get global. Amasia primarily invests in US tech companies from the pre-Series A to Series B stage and is open to investing at a later stage and in other geographies.Before Amasia, John focused in finance, serving as Senior Vice President at Mercuria En...2023-07-141h 21
The Sonical.ly PodcastKelvin Wooten (WU10)-A Music Superhero From Alabama (Full Ep.6)Send us a textKelvin Wooten is a Grammy Award Winning producer who is currently based in Athens, Alabama. He plays multiple instruments and has arranged, written, and produced some of the top artists in the music industry. Some of the artists he has worked with are: J.Cole, Jasmine Sullivan, H.E.R., Kiana Lede, Anthony Hamilton, Earth, Wind & Fire, Mary J. Blige, Al Green, The Bee Gees, Nappy Roots, Jill Scott, Raphael Saadiq, Macy Gray, The Isley Brothers, Tony! Toni! Toné!, Eric Clapton and TLC. Mr. Wooten operates a studio and label called Wo...2023-06-2645 min
The Sonical.ly PodcastAndrew Choi - The Road to Becoming Kpop's Most Sought After Songwriter (Full Ep. 5)Send us a textAndrew Choi (Hangul: 앤드류 최; Korean name: Choi Sung-hyun; Hangul: 최승주) is a South Korean singer and composer signed under SM Entertainment. He was known as third place of SBS's K-pop Star Season 2.Discography:2022 | Sugar | Young-Jae | Vocals (Background) 2021 | Ten Songs of Worship & Praise for Our Tumultuous Times | St. Lenox | Vocals, Guitar, Instrumentation, Composer 2021 | Doughnut | Twice | Composer 2020 | Universe: The Black Hall | Pentagon | Composer 2020 | Super One: The 1st Album | SuperM | Vocals (Background) 2020 | Neo Zone: The Final Round | NCT 127 | Composer 2023-06-1353 min
The Sonical.ly PodcastFernando Garibay - The Garibay Center and The Future of Music Education (Full Ep. 4)Send us a textHe was the official musical director of Lady Gaga's Born This Way Ball and the producer of her Born This Way album. Fernando Garibay has produced and written for world class artists including Lady Gaga, U2,Sia, Whitney Houston, Britney Spears, Shakira, Bruno Mars, Kylie Minogue, Enrique Iglesias, The Pussycat Dolls, Snoop Dogg, Paris Hilton, Ellie Goulding, JJ Lin, Giorgio Moroder, Shaggy, Sting, Wiz Khalifa, Lizzo et al.He has been nominated for numerous Grammy Awards and has helped write and produce a number of records, including five US number ones a...2023-05-2747 min
The Sonical.ly PodcastKiana Ledé - Goes 'Deeper' About Her Songwriting ‘Grudges’ (Full Ep. 3)Send us a textWelcome to the Sonical.ly podcast where music creators educate music creators. In this 3rd episode, Kiana Ledé remembers her early life growing up with music, and the music industry hardships along her path. She was able to overcome hardships by reflecting on life and writing music. With every new song written, new insights about herself were found that paved the way to the fresh soulful music you hear today.Kiana Ledé’s music career began with Kidz Bop. In 2011, her mother submitted a video of Ledé performing...2023-05-1337 min
The Sonical.ly PodcastDj Khalil-The Secrets to a 5x Grammy Award Winning Career as a Music Producer (Full Ep. 2)Send us a textWelcome to the Sonical.ly podcast where music creators educate music creators. In this 2nd episode, 5x Grammy Winner responsible for hit songs for Aloe Black, Jon Baptiste, Drake, Kendrick Lamar, Kanye West, Eminem, 50 Cent and many more discusses many things he has learned from his humble beginnings making music to getting recruited by Dr. Dre to collaborating with the who's who in music.DJ Khalil was born Khalil Abdul-Rahman in Seattle, Washington, and raised in Los Angeles, California. His father, Walt Hazzard, who later changed his name to M...2023-04-291h 09
The Sonical.ly PodcastHotel Ugly (Mike Fiscella) - Finding Success as an Independent Artist (Full Ep. 1)Send us a textWelcome to the Sonical.ly podcast where music creators educate music creators. In this premiere episode, Mike Fiscella of the ground breaking independent group Hotel Ugly talks how his early influences like Drake and Meek Mill inspired him to start making his own beats in FL Studio.Not long after, Mike and his brother Chris discovered the Hotel Ugly sound. This can be described as classic drums, soulful chords mixed with infectious hooks. This formula led to their first hit 'Shut Up My Mom's Calling' and thanks to the Tik To...2023-03-2551 min