B4 The Blowup: Recent Episodes
sama russel
A podcast all about artists and tunes :) Expand your horizons in the music world with me!! Instagram @B4thBlowup
Here's a fun episode I recorded with my musically inclined friend, Ben. We talk about our favourite album and song discoveries this year, his interaction with Thundercat and we make jokes you may or may not find funny. Thanks for tuning in and I hope you enjoy listening.
Here's a playlist with all the songs included in this episode:
- On Spotify
- On Apple Music
Where to find Ben:
- Ben's Instagram
- Monscene Studios
- Somewander
Oh and follow B4 the Blowup on instagram too!
Lastly, thank you for all the support this year <3 Sending you hugs and more to come in 2024 :)
This episode is featuring the amazing Julzzz, a singer who recently moved to Canada from Brazil. Julzzz is not only insanely talented but also hilarious and we had a blast diving into their songwriting process and dissecting the meanings behind some of their songs. While doing this we talk about how as humans we naturally make up stories about people in our heads and just feed into our own delusions. This was such a fun conversation and I highly encourage you to follow along on Julzzz's music journey.
You can find Julzzz on Spotify and Apple music and follow them on Instagram @akajulzzz
Oh and follow @b4theblowup and leave a review if you like this episode, it would help out a ton :)
In this episode we dive deeper into Anais's music journey, talking about how she's been recognized by artists such as Masego and Lizzie Mcalpine. Anais shares some of the dreams she hopes to reach with her music career and her mindset throughout the process of getting there. PLEASE do yourself a favour and check out Anais's music and follow her path B4 her Blow Up!
@anais.cardot on instagram and follow @b4theblowup for more!!
In this episode, I sat down with the lovely singer Anais Cardot who takes us on a journey through her life and music. In our conversation, we explore the fascinating allure of languages, diving deep into the rich poetry of Portuguese and French, contrasting them with the simplicity of English. Anais talks about her exposure to music from a young age through her father who was a musician and her aunts who taught her to sing. All music used in this episode can be found on Anais's Spotify or Apple Music page. Stay tuned for Pt.2 where we talk about the meaning behind her songs and what she's dropping soon....
Follow @anaiscardot and @b4theblowup on instagram :) <3
In this episode, I sit down with rapper Maky Lavender to chat about his journey in the music industry. We delve into his early beginnings in music, the various jobs he worked before fully committing to rapping, and what he's learned along the way. Maky's story is one of perseverance, and he highlights the importance of selling a dream as a musician. Make sure you check out Maky Lavender's Music available on Spotify and Apple Music:
https://open.spotify.com/artist/7MdVBhgLJFByn0NuiMWwQ6
https://music.apple.com/us/artist/maky-lavender/1285864235
Maky's Instagram: @makylavender
Share and review & make sure to follow the Instagram @B4theblowup :)
What a day and what an interview! In this episode, Banggz and I chat about how we met, how he started creating music, what Black History Month means to him and sO much more!! The songs that I clip in this episode are all available on Spotify and Apple Music, so do yourself a favor and give em a listen in full. Share this episode, leave a review, and let me know what you thought of it on Instagram @b4theblowupCheck out Banggz:https://www.instagram.com/banggzwaves/Spotify Apple Music PLEASE SHARE AND LEAVE A REVIEW <3
Here's the playlist paired to the episode: Spotify Playlist, Apple Music
This episode consisted of me reflecting on the year that this podcast started!! I got Spotify, listened to many different music genres, discovered some of my favourite albums and saw Snoh Aalegra, Phoebe Bridgers and Peach Pit in concert. So listen, enjoy and go follow the instagram @B4theblowup :)
Sending you all the best for 2023 <3
The Persian Power House, Tissa Rahim, and I talk about our experiences as immigrant children and adjusting to new languages in this episode. We discuss what's been happening in Iran as of recent events and how it's heavily affected us, even though were watching from the outside. We talk about her musical journey, and how she's been able to incorporate Persian accents to her voice and overall music. I try my best to translate some Farsi words that were said, but if you still don't get it, reach out to me on instagram and I'll further clarify :) @B4theblowup Much love <3 Tissa's SOTD: Plastic Off The Sofa by Beyonce My SOTD: Always Be My Never by Tissa Rahim Make sure to check out Tissa's Music... Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7H9ACHtPWFveu1EhyVryi1?si=2__k8H94RdKCLq6UhKeJMA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamtissarahim/
Another day another interview! Habe (a musician based in New York) and I get into some interesting topics in this conversation. We talk about the layers of fame, mental health, change and self discovery things :) Habe also tells me his "why", the reason he's making the music he's making. Listen to the full episode to find out what it isssss.
Habe's SOTD- On Your Mind by Habe
My SOTD- Self Discovery by Habe
Follow the instagram @B4theblowup and......
Make sure you check out Habe and support his music!!
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/habemusic/
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2BugRvdm3aasWYT3VthewW
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/habe/387517009
What a BLAST it was having this conversation with Bonomo, a singer-songwriter based in New York. We dive deep into how Bonomo got his start in music, how life in New York has been, the inspiration behind his some of his songs, and where he hopes to take his career. Please let me know if you liked this interview by leaving a review and make sure to follow the Insta @B4theblowup :). Thanks for tuning in!!
Also make sure to check out Bonomo on...
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4qgkeV1WxGg9K6TkKKRHXK
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/bonomo/1209682672
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bonomoband/
The crowd ruined EVERYTHING. Keon and I take a deep dive into our discovery of one of our favourite bands Peach Pit, and the 2 times we saw them live together. The first one was in 2018 (Vancouver), and the second one just this past April (Ottawa). We compare the two, talk about our friendship and even have some bickering moments. Make sure you follow the instagram @b4theblowup and ENJOY! :)
Keon's song suggestions:
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Your Teeth by Peach Pit
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Lately I've Been My Back by Boat
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Open House by Bombay Bicycle Club
My suggestion for the episode:
- Coolest fucking bitch in town by Haley Blais
In this episode I tell you all about the Wallows concert I went to in 2019. There's some funny stories that happened that night. The song of the day for this episode is Roll With the Punches (by Mk.gee), head over to the instagram @B4theblowup to let me know what you think of it :).
This episode is all about how I had this podcast idea and a little about me, Sama :) Follow the instagram @B4theblowup. Thanks for tuning in!