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02/07/2025

Sad Boy Radio CXCI: “Living For Me?”

Media Personality, , slides to to discuss her media journey. From hosting “CRU LUV Radio” in Carbondale, to WGCI, Bree has done it all! Additionally, we discuss healing from past relationships, expectations of being an only child, & overcoming periods where it feels like the world is against you.

In the song, “Lonely,” Justin Bieber sings, “What if you had it all / But nobody to call? / Maybe then you’d know me / ‘Cause I’ve had everything / But no one’s listening / And that’s just lonely,” often times as a media personality, the world looks at your life as “perfect.” There’s this expectation to be happy & that nothing in life could be wrong. However, in 2023 Bree’s life took a sudden turn, leaving her to contemplate on if radio was still in her future.

Also discussed: Being a key part of , booking large interviews, infidelity, and the support of her close circle.

01/24/2025

Chicago Artist, , slides to to talk about his latest album, “Moments In Desire,” the impact of his father’s drinking, trauma from witnessing death, learning to love again, and realizing everything he ever desired was peace.

In the song, “God Is Crying,” Cassius says, “Just know I desired fame to feel worthy to be around / and then desire you / which is lust so they love me now / and then desire more / got it all then I finally found / I only desire peace in me & I see it now,” Tae reflects on all the things he’s desired at certain points in time; however, this often stemmed from things he was missing. He searched for fame & love to fill the emptiness he felt from not feeling like enough for those around him. Leading Tae to realize, all of the things he searched for were components of inner-peace.

Also discussed: Modeling in , “Toxic,” video, working with Gold Haze, missing moments he’ll never be able to relive.

01/17/2025

Sad Boy Radio CXC: “Playing By My Rules”

Music Executive, Ashley Nicole, slides to PVTSTCK to discuss her career in music as a manager, A&R, performer & much more! Additionally, we discuss healing long-lasting emotional wounds, finding self-love, and providing support for those who need it.

In the song, “Lost Loverboy,” Demetri Wiley says, “Wondering what it’s like / if the world could know my name / would it be love or a drug / that I’m using to soothe the pain / trying to cope with the fact / that this s**t has made me insane / needing people to love me / is the bump that derailed the train,” reflecting on the need for reassurance from people who, oftentimes, only love you for what you provide for them.

Ash learned early on, that being a performer in the spotlight was solely a chase in a game she didn’t want to play. Ash then pursued artist management where she commanded respect from her music peers, and remained true to her values.

Also discussed: Working Relationships with John Monopoly, RecoeChi, IceHaus Events, King B & more! Push from family to pursue music, and being forced to miss monumental personal moments in pursuit of music career.

01/10/2025

Sad Boy Radio CL###VII: “Lost Loverboy?”

Chicago Artist, , visits 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.

01/03/2025

Sad Boy Radio CL###V: “SUEÑOS?”

In 2024, we completed press work at our first music festival for festival. We talked with & , two prominent DJs in Chicago, who consistently promote both Latino Culture & safety for women in the nightlife industry.

During our conversations we talked about , growth throughout both their careers, goals for the future, & maintaining successful relationships while touring & much more!

📸: .jo

12/31/2024

2024: “heartbreak only makes you stronger” or whatever they said. Guess we’ll find out in 2025

The real paragraph coming at the anniversary

S/O to my friends that stayed outside with me every weekend past 3 AM & the people that kept me going when they didn’t even know it.

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📸: .jo (slide 1,2 & 9)

12/27/2024

Sad Boy Radio CL###IV: “UNITED CENTER?”

My team & I completed media work at the to do media for the FIRST time! Covering Tink’s “Winter’s Diary Music Festival.”

We talked with various artists from the event about what to expect from them in 2025, lessons learned from relationships, most memorable moments throughout their careers & MORE!

Artists interviewed: .warren

📸: .jo

12/26/2024

TINK: “Winter’s Diary Music Festival”
CHICAGO, IL (12/20/24)

12/20/2024

Sad Boy Radio CL###III: “Searching For My Home?”

Los Angeles Artist, , slides to to discuss his recent work on Rhythm & Flow, being signed to music label, searching for acceptance, and unconditional love.

In the song, “Oz,” Rhome says, “I’m blessed with the curse / Of constantly being in search of feeling like I’m needed & wanted & nurtured,” touching on the hyper-independence he was given as a child due to his parents always working. Although his parents gave him what they could, Rhome continues to search for this feeling of “home” & feeling like he’s needed by somebody. Finding it in various communities relationships, & friendships.

Also discussed, holding onto relationships that weren’t working, importance of the culture, and working out of

12/17/2024

theMIND: “the Nowhere Dance” Chicago, IL (12/12/24)

12/06/2024

Sad Boy Radio CL###II: “I Can’t Love Someone, If I Can’t Love Myself?”

Chicago Creative director, , slides to to dicuss working with Vic Mensa, being a creative director for via her brand ( ), Lessons from going through a divorce, learning to love herself, & the steps it took to heal.

In the song, “From Time,” Drake says, ““My mother is 66 and her favorite line to hit me with is / Who the f**k wants to be 70 and alone? / You don’t even know what you want from love anymore / I search for something I’m missing and disappear when I’m bored / But girl, what qualities was I looking for before?” Often, people find themselves looking for love when they’re not even ready for what they’re looking for. They’re searching for a person that will complete them, when the real work needs to be done within. Raeven talks about the process of healing after her 10+ year marriage & how she looked to heal herself before ever depending on someone else.

Also discussed: losing her grandpa, receiving an instagram follow from Chance The Rapper & Taylor Bennett, and the importance of self-love.

11/30/2024

Sad Boy Radio CL###I: “My Heart Is On My Sleeve?”

Chicago Artist, , slides to to discuss, getting signed to Republic Records while on house arrest, decision to separate from Republic, importance of displaying emotions, breaking the cycle of his environment, and healing from various traumas.

In the song, “Apologies,” KB says, “I wish things could go back to how they used to be / And I know you prolly don’t care no more / But damn, I cannot lie, I just miss you and me,” taking accountability for everything he’s done wrong in the relationship. Often, this happens once it’s too late & the bridge has burned. However, KB wears his heart on his sleeve, hoping that this last call wins her back. A position almost every young person has found themselves in.

Also discussed, Impact of growing up in Chicago, Healing from losing close friends & family, Working with OG Stevo, & How his daughter has helped him heal from various traumas.

11/22/2024

Sad Boy Radio CL###: “For The Ones I Love?”

& official tour DJ, , slides to PVTSTCK to discuss his decades long career as a DJ, meeting Lil Durk & Tink, beating a legal case right before pursuing DJing, and the importance of fatherhood.

In the song, “Love Dior Banks” Lil Durk says, “Look up and pray in my palms / Hold your brother in your arms, never let him go / This s**t ain’t promised tomorrow / If you get him in your arms, never let him go.” Unfortunately, like many in Chicago, Reese has had to deal with losing some of the people closest to him; remembering that everyday isn’t guaranteed, Reese pushes through & lives life the way the people who aren’t around would’ve wanted him to. Passing on these lessons to his children, and doing whatever he can protect them in the process.

Also discussed: Mental Toll On Him Due To Street Life, Relationship with DTHANG, Being King Von’s first DJ, starting and his mother teaching him how to DJ at 11 years old.

11/16/2024

Sad Boy Radio CLXXIX: Never Healed?

Chicago artist, , slides to to discuss his new album, “PRESSING MY LUCK,” traumatic breakups, strained relationship with extend family, losing his grandma, and constantly being depressed for the majority of his life.

In the song, “Tunnel Vision,” Woes says, “You can’t tell me to stay if I want to leave / you can’t tell me to pray if I said f**** the pries- / I’m staring out the window / I see the pain through the screen / I ain’t trying to f**king save / s**t I wanna delete,” detailing the pain he’s felt since he was 11 years old. Being plagued with depression, WOES has leaned on music to be his outlet for struggles he’s faced that were both self-inflicted and not.

Also discussed: Views on Political State Of The World, Where His Anger Stems From & Knowing Right From Wrong.

11/08/2024

Sad Boy Radio CLXXVIII: “Am I Enough?”

Chicago legend, , slides to to discuss his Chicago classic, “FeFe On The Block,” quitting music to raise kids after signing to Empire, infidelity in relationships, and much more!

The song FeFe on The Block is an ode to the Westside of Chicago; the part of the city that helped Stunt into the person he is today. From dealing with gang violence, to run-ins with the law; Stunt never let that stop him from pursuing school & earning his degree. Although Stunt completed his education, he realized a lot more in his life needed to change as he continued to get older.

Also discussed: religious views, influence of westside culture, lack of support from Chicago for Westside musicians, and never feeling like “enough.”

11/01/2024

Chicago MC, , slides to to discuss his two most recent projects (Until His Burial & Domino); these two projects follow their predecssor (It Was Fun While It Lasted), discussing the ending of his relationship, losing his grandmother, his flaws, and the rollercoaster life has taken him on the past two years.

In the song, “Lovepunch,” Kayo says, “ **** is over as it is / we just fighting for relief / we just fighting for remains / can’t say I called it / but I knew the first time it felt distant it was stained,” Kayo’s relationship has often been a muse for the art he creates. Often, we remain tied to relationships & things that ocne brought us joy. We fight for it, until piece by piece we lose the whole & fight over scraps of once was.

Also discussed: Overcoming depression, finding a new normal in life, and not letting anyone’s opinion define you.

10/18/2024

Sad Boy Radio CLXXV: “Healing From My Past?”

Chicago artist, Chairman Allen, visits PVTSTCK to discuss his newly released project, “POSTERBOY,” and the experiences he went through to create this project. Allen reflects on the journey of self-discovery, getting married, losing family members, and learning what it means to have a “healthy” love.

In the song, “We Got Us,” Allen says, “I got real trauma we can talk about / My life been shining bright / but this my darkest hour,” Allen gives us a peak into the struggles he’s faced growing up. Often, overlooked due to the early success he had in the arts with his brother by creating “The Future Kingz,” Allen still had to face his demons & overcome traumas many never knew about.

Also discussed: Being a “product” of domestic violence, relationship with Slim Coleman, and being intentional about his time.

10/12/2024

Sad Boy Radio CLXXIV: “Dancing While Crying In The Middle Of Nowhere?”

Chicago artist, , stops by for his second visit on Sad Boy Radio to discuss his new album “Dancing While Crying In The Middle Of Nowhere,” being his most authentic self, failed relationships, impacts of trauma, and feeling unfulfilled after years of success.

In the song, “Easy To Miss You,” theMIND sings, “The road I been on ain’t always been easy / but I’d walk it all again / just to see your face / it’s worth more than my bad days / I’d rather cry with you than smile alone.” Although this statement can easily be applied to relationships, theMIND sings about losing a family member. In his pursuit of the “next big accomplishment,” he failed to cherish the present moment; that was, until it was too late. Even after winning 2 Grammys, this feeling of emptiness remained present.

Also discussed, feeling unfulfilled, accidentally falling in love, & being homeless while making this project.

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