The Sit Down Episode 43: Una Mia

Una Mia joins THHGURU on the 43rd episode of 'The Sit Down,' hosted by Alex Henein! In this special episode, we had the chance to sit down with rising artist UNA MIA at her debut headline show in Toronto. Join us as we dive into her journey of self-discovery, healing, and musical success. UNA MIA was born in Toronto to Bosnian immigrant parents and raised in Belleville, Ontario. Her upbringing was infused with the sounds of Balkan folk music, a reminder of her family's roots, while her mother also introduced her to blues, R&B, and pop. This rich musical foundation shaped UNA MIA's unique style. Although her family initially saw music as a hobby, UNA MIA's passion was clear. She trained with a voice teacher from ages 8 to 18 and spent much of her childhood immersed in music. After leaving Queen's University in 2020, she decided to fully pursue her dream. Her big break came when she started posting singing videos on YouTube and Instagram. Collaborating with Ty Leon and the viral success of her tracks "Lose You" and "Better Care" marked key moments in her career. UNA MIA’s debut EP Airborne—a 3-year project—tells the story of healing, self-empowerment, and reclaiming personal freedom. In this episode, we explore her journey, the creation of Airborne, and her thoughts on inner healing. Tune in to hear her insights and the story behind her music!

The Sit Down Episode 42: Moneybagg Yo

Moneybagg Yo joins THHGURU on the 42nd episode of 'The Sit Down' hosted by Mucho TV! Moneybagg Yo opens up about a wide range of topics, including his two-hour conversation with Denzel Washington, Memphis's current rise in the music industry, and what makes the city unique. He also talks about the Memphis accent, the concept of "looking the part to be the part"—the idea of appearing successful before actually achieving it—and the balance between hiring friends versus industry professionals for business decisions. Moneybagg Yo touches on his musical versatility, creating music that resonates with both men and women, and why many artists struggle with this. He also shares insights into his creative process, his latest album Speak Now, and the story behind his nickname “Speak.” Additionally, he reflects on the challenges of being vocal about his personal life, the viral "What is water, man?" moment, the importance of financial freedom, diversifying assets, and valuable advice he's received from Young Thug.

The Sit Down Episode 41: Maeta

Maeta joins THHGURU on the 41st episode of 'The Sit Down' hosted by Kenisha Alexander! Maeta's latest album Endless Night, produced by Kaytranada, is a vibrant, feel-good project that invites listeners to dance and let loose. Known for her emotional depth in previous works like When I Hear Your Name, Maeta shares the inspiration behind her music, from collaborations with Kaytranada to her experiences on tour with Chris Brown. Dive into her journey, filled with heartfelt creativity and a passion for music as a form of healing and self-expression.

The Sit Down Episode 40: Rapsody

Rapsody joins THHGURU for a celebration of the 40th episode of 'The Sit Down,' hosted by Alex Henein! In this engaging episode, Rapsody discusses the excitement of her current tour and goes into detail about the intricate set design that enhances her performances. She reflects on the joy of being back on tour after a hiatus, highlighting the deep connections she forms with her fans and sharing some of the most heartfelt interactions she has experienced along the way. Rapsody also reminisces about her upbringing in Snow Hill and the valuable lessons she learned about life’s biggest truths. She emphasizes the importance of finding belief in oneself, delves into her latest album ‘Please Don’t Cry,’ and explains the profound meaning behind its title and cover art. Additionally, Rapsody shares what motivates her to keep creating, what listeners can expect when they dive into her music, and offers thoughtful advice she would give her younger self, among many other insightful topics!

The Sit Down Episode 38: Jon Vinyl

Jon Vinyl joins THHGURU on the 38th episode of 'The Sit Down' hosted by Alex Henein. On this episode, Jon Vinyl talks throwing an album release party but being hesitant in the past, touring around the world and documenting the journey with vlogs, successfully showing a first pitch at the Toronto Blue Jays game, growing up in Toronto and seeing his billboards around the city, Spotify wrapped, growing up in Toronto and the influence the city had on his journey, Jon Vinyl talks about how his brother encouraged him to fully pursue music, having family as management, being in a Tommy Hilfiger ad with his friend Shawn Mendes and meeting Elon Musk’s mother, collaborating with Converse, creative direction, biggest learning lesson while performing, releasing singles first instead of albums, the moment he knew music would be his career, working around OVO 40, his new EP Heartbreak Hill, performing older songs, advice he would give his younger self, being an independent artist, what fans wouldn’t know about him, and more!

The Sit Down Episode 37: Lil Tecca

Lil Tecca joins THHGURU on the 37th episode of 'The Sit Down' hosted by Mucho. In this episode, Lil Tecca talks Toronto, coming up on the Toronto wave while in 10th grade, going from being a troll to using his new momentum for success, going from using YouTube bears to meeting with Tax Taylor and making his project ‘We Love You Tecca’ in Los Angeles, process of making his music video for “Ransom,” says having a hit song early in your career is a bad thing, his new song “500lbs,” and more!

The Sit Down Episode 36: TOBi

Toronto-based Juno award winning artist TOBi joins THHGURU on the 36th episode of 'The Sit Down' hosted by Alex Henein. On this episode, TOBi talks wining at the Juno Awards, motivation, performing in Ghana, his come up story, starting doing freestyle battling and spoken word poetry, his album PANIC, dealign with betrayal, creative direction, getting co-signs from Jamie Foxx, Snoop Dogg and The Game, and his ‘Don’t Forget To Live’ book!

The Sit Down Episode 35: Kalan.FrFr

Kalan.FRFR joins THHGURU on the 35th episode of 'The Sit Down' hosted by Alex Henein. On this episode, Kalan.FrFr talks Canadian tour with Lil Tjay, performing at a hockey arena, chilling with James Harden, the most significant lessons looking back on the past year, creating a nonprofit to give back to the community, why he studied social science in college, collaborating with OhGeesy, Roy Woods, Tyga, Quavo, new music on the way with Steve Aoki, new EP on the way, what’s next, and more!

The Sit Down Episode 34: Honey Bxby

Honey Bxby joins THHGURU on the 34th episode of 'The Sit Down' hosted by Mucho. In this episode, Honey Bxby talks toxic R&B, growing up in Jersey, life on tour, Toronto, Drake, reveals she has an OVO tattoo, what sets her song Touchin’ apart from songs that have sampled 90s/2000s hits, and more!

The Sit Down Episode 33: SadBoi

SadBoi joins THHGURU on the 33rd episode of 'The Sit Down' hosted by Mucho. On this episode, SadBoi talks growing up in Toronto, life in Atlanta, how she got the name SadBoi, meeting Drake and taking advice, what to look for when choosing a manager, & more!

The Sit Down Episode 32: Kevin Gates

Kevin Gates joins THHGURU on the 32nd episode of ‘The Sit Down’ hosted by Ania Bey. In this episode, Kevin Gates talks breaking generational curses, dealing with insecurity, low vibrational choices, discipline, men’s health, using your mind to heal, motivation, and more!

The Sit Down Episode 31: Eric Bellinger

Eric Bellinger joins THHGURU on the 31st episode of ‘The Sit Down’ hosted by @tennisxclub — In this episode, Eric Bellinger talks his new album ‘The Rebirth 3: The Party & The Bedroom,’ being an independent artist, his Mount Rushmore of R&B, favourite song of 2024, full circle moment of having a cancelled show in 2016 to a sold out show this year in Toronto, and more!

The Sit Down Episode 30: Amaarae

Amaarae ​⁠( @amaarae ) joints THHGURU on the 30th episode of 'The Sit Down' hosted by Mucho. In this episode, Amaarae talks about the split between Accra and Atlanta, popularity of African music growing in the past 5 years,"SAD GIRLZ LUV MONEY" being her breakout song, working with her Mom as her manager, thoughts on Toronto so far, life and more!

The Sit Down Episode 29: Flo Milli

Flo Milli joins THHGURU on the 29th episode of ‘The Sit Down’ hosted by Mucho. In this episode, Flo Milli talks about her tour, hurdles behind dropping “Never Lose Me”, definition of the word H0e, themes and branding with her releases, growing up in Mobile, creative direction with her music videos, navigating the music business, and more!

The Sit Down Episode 28: Flyana Boss

Flyana Boss join THHGURU on the 28th episode of ‘The Sit Down’ hosted by Rasha. In this episode, Flyana Boss talk about how they met, their creative process, running in their videos, tour/opening for Janelle Monaé, Missy Elliott showing support on Twitter/X, who they would like to collaborate with, brand deals, advice they would give their younger selves, and more!

The Sit Down:  Video Interviews

The Sit Down Episode 27: Eem Triplin

Eem Triplin joins THHGURU on the 27th episode of ‘The Sit Down’ hosted by Devon. In this episode, Eem Triplin talks about being an artist/producer, says if you’re black you tried to rap before, how he crafted his sound, Kim K covers, what he wants fans to experience, something the fans wouldn’t know about him, collaborations, Scooby doo impression, quick questions, advice to new artists and more!

The Sit Down Episode 26: Maiya the Don

Maiya the Don joins THHGURU on the 26th episode of ‘The Sit Down’ hosted by Mucho. In this episode, Maiya the Don talks about her new mixtape ‘Hot Commodity,’ expanding her sound, initially wanting to be a singer, how she got in contact with Ty Dolla $ign for a feature, collaborating with New York artists, thoughts on New York hip-hop, collaborating with Flo Milli, and more!

The Sit Down Episode 25: Jordan Ward

Jordan Ward joins THHGURU on the 25th episode of ‘The Sit Down’ hosted by Isaiah Peck. In this episode, Jordan Ward talks time in Toronto, growing up dancing, backup dancing for Justin Bieber/Janet Jackson/Becky G, transitioning from dance to music, moment of validation, life on tour with 6LACK, new album FORWARD, and more!

The Sit Down Episode 24: Luna Elle

Toronto-based artist Luna Elle joins THHGURU on the 24rd episode of ‘The Sit Down’ hosted by Alex Henein. In this episode, Luna Elle talks meaning behind her name, starting music at 15, first memory of singing, insecurity with her voice going up, going on tour with IDK, dream to play soccer professionally growing up, friends reaction to her music. Latest project “Ms. Elle,” being a new artist in the music industry, and more!

The Sit Down Episode 23: Stonebwoy

Ghanaian-based artist Stonebwoy joins THHGURU on the 23rd episode of ‘The Sit Down’ hosted by Mucho. In this episode, Stonebwoy talks growing up in Ghana, Afrobeats’ global impact, being an Afro-Dancehall artist, evolution of Afrobeats, his new album 5th Dimension, and more!

The Sit Down Episode 22: LAVI$H

Toronto-based artist LAVI$H joins THHGURU on the 22nd episode of ‘The Sit Down’ hosted by Alex Henein. In this episode, LAVI$H talks about his show at Peppermint Club in LA, music he listened to growing up, new EP ‘You Made A Big Mistake,’ biggest lesson learned so far, something the fans wouldn’t know about him, meeting Chubbs, and more!

The Sit Down Episode 21: Shawn Desman

Shawn Desman interview. Toronto-based legend Shawn Desman joins THHGURU on the 21st episode of ‘The Sit Down’ hosted by Alex Henein. In this episode, Shawn Desman discusses winning Junos, his music journey starting at a young age, making Portuguese music before making English music, performing at Drake’s OVO fest, the story behind his single “Love Me With the Lights On” with a real meaning, his motivation on his journey, sigma of men not seeking help, biggest takeaway of career longevity, keeping the right people around you, what is next for Shawn Desman, and more!

The Sit Down Episode 20: Afro Nation

Afro Nation Interview. Afro Nation's SMADE and Josh join THHGURU on the 20th episode of 'The Sit Down' hosted by Alex Henein. In this episode, SMADE and Josh discuss the growth of the festival, the story behind the creation of the company, journey of selling tickets that lead to the years of show house parties/club promotions/concert tickets, toughest part of the journey, SMADE’s education journey leading to two masters degrees, being a staple for festivals and how they select acts to showcase, funding the festival over the years, touring the world, what is next for Afro nation, and more!

The Sit Down Episode 19: Bankrol Hayden

Bankrol Hayden joins THHGURU on the nineteenth episode of ‘The Sit Down’ hosted by Alex Henein. On this episode, Bankrol Hayden talks about his first time visiting Toronto, his first headline show, his music journey starting in the 8th grade, gaining 100k followers on Instagram in one night from a cover for Drake’s “Nice For What,” Growing up in Modesto, California, his brother being in a band, Costa Rica Feat. The Kid Laroi blowing up in the pandemic, the significance of the number 29, car accident that almost took his life/recovering from the injuries, donating money to the ICU unit that saved his life, and more!

The Sit Down Episode 18: Rich The Kid

Rich The Kid joins THHGURU on the eighteenth episode of ‘The Sit Down’ hosted by Alex Henein. Rich The Kid talks working with Lil Wayne, being a label owner, signing with RCA, Rich Forever reunion, his first tour with Future, album reunions, his come up, advice for his younger self, and more!

The Sit Down Episode 17: Kali

Kali joins THHGURU on the seventeenth episode of ‘The Sit Down’ hosted by Alex Henein. Kali talks touring/performing with Latto and Rolling Loud, the start of her music journey, selling CDs to barber shops and her soccer team, playing soccer before music, auditioning for Rhythm + Flow, her song “Do A Bit*h” and “MMM MMM,” releasing snippets of songs on social media, which social platform she was surprised to go viral on, inspirations growing up, advice she would give her younger self, and more!

The Sit Down Episode 16: Josh Levi

Josh Levi joins THHGURU on the sixteenth episode of ‘The Sit Down’ hosted by Alex Henein. Josh Levi talks growing up listening to gospel music, acting in ‘Friday Night Lights,’ making music early on in his life, progression of releasing projects Disc 1 and Disc 2, having music videos go from being his favourite thing to the most stressful, releasing music and being comfortable, collaborations being a big deal, Canadian artists, having confidence auditioning for X factor at 13/14, being in a Disney/Pixar movie, working with Billie Eilish and Finneas and becoming Grammy Nominated, advice he would give his younger self, and more!

The Sit Down Episode 15: Nate Husser

Nate Husser joins THHGURU on the fifteenth episode of ‘The Sit Down’ hosted by Alex Henein. Nate Husser talks basketball, charity basketball runs, starting his career off freestyling, moving to LA, favourite songs on his latest project, his “Carter 3 Run” bar, Metro Metro performance, ideal tour, inspiration behind his neck tattoos, favourite Nipsey Hussle songs, would’ve dropped out of school after the 6th grade, ‘Doggystyle’ by Snoop Dogg is the album he would listen to for the rest of his life, and more!

The Sit Down Episode 14: Kalan.FrFr

Kalan.FrFr joins THHGURU on the fourteenth episode of ‘The Sit Down’ hosted by Alex Henein. Kalan.FrFr talks about being on the Red Cup Tour with YG and OhGeesy, what he has learned being on tour, starting his music journey in Atlanta, linking up with Roy Woods, what the number 222 means to him, the moment he gained confidence in his music, his Michael Jackson tattoo, the relationship between football and music, his song with BLXST and why he waited years to release it, freestyling his lyrics, why he didn’t take an advance from his label, playing college football, advice he would give his younger self, and much more!

The Sit Down Episode 13:Dax

Dax joins THHGURU on the thirteenth episode of ‘The Sit Down’ hosted by Alex Henein. Dax talks his Canadian tour, his first tour with Tech N9ne, Playing basketball in college, starting off his musical journey doing poetry/motivational speaking, his mindset on his come up, limitations in music, support via social media apps, making music in different genres, performing at the country music awards, calling his supporters his “family” and not fans, His song “Dear Alcohol” and the story behind it, revisiting old poems and turning them into songs, putting all of his money towards music videos, creative direction with music videos, advice he would give his younger self, music from THEY and Bryson Tiller making him want to become an artist, the moment he realized music would be his full-time career, and what his next steps are.

The Sit Down Episode 12: Armani White

Philadelphia-based artist Armani White joins THHGURU on the twelfth episode of ‘The Sit Down’ hosted by Alex Henein. Armani White talks about his time in Toronto, growing up in West Philadelphia, Musical influences from Philly, Working at Chipotle for a day, getting a song placement in NBA 2k, finding the sample for his song Billie Eilish., Being named YouTube’s artist on the rise, bringing his mom to see his Times Square billboard, giving his mom his 100k label advance, Reaction to Tom Brady posting him, cracking the Billboard Hot 100, not enjoying music before making Billie Eilish, talks about crediting his music as happy hood music, who he wants to work with, advice he would give his younger self, and more!

The Sit Down Episode 11: Jessie Reyez

Toronto-based artist Jessie Reyez joins THHGURU on the eleventh episode of ‘The Sit Down’ during the second night of her sold-out show in Toronto! Jessie Reyez talks with Rasha Elfeky about her tour, how far her music has reached, dream tour destinations, the song she is most connected to on ‘YESSIE,’ working with Kehlani, setting boundaries in music, and what she does with the bras that are thrown on stage & more!

The Sit Down Episode 10: Mickey (Rolling Loud Photographer)

Miami-based Rolling Loud photographer/videographer Mickey (@itchyeyephotos) joins THHGURU during Rolling Loud 2022 weekend in Toronto. Hosted by Alex Henein, Mickey talks about doing photography for Rolling Loud, getting into photography, favourite Rolling Loud to date, camera gear, and more!

The Sit Down Episode 9: Tia Bank$

Toronto-based artist Tia Bank$ joins THHGURU on the ninth episode of ‘The Sit Down’ w/ Rasha during the first ever Rolling Loud weekend in Toronto. Tia Bank$ talks performing at Rolling Loud, being from Scarborough. being an introvert despite being an artist, her go-to food, fashion, doing cyphers and freestyles in high school, having an OF, Family support over time, advice to girls, creative process/inspiration, who she wants to collaborate with, and more!

The Sit Down Episode 8: OHGeesy

LA-based artist OhGeesy joins THHGURU on the eighth episode ‘The Sit Down’ w/ Rasha during the first ever Rolling Loud weekend in Toronto. OhGeesy talks Toronto, bringing one of his sons toys with him everywhere, Dream collaboration from LA, collaborating with Toronto artists, owning a restaurant, his love for Jamaican food, travel essentials, wanting to travel to Tokyo, advice for his son, wanting to move to Toronto, and more!

The Sit Down Episode 7: Zeina

Montreal-based singer/songwriter Zeina joins THHGURU on the seventh episode of ‘The Sit Down’ w/ Kenisha Alexander during her most recent trip to Toronto. The ladies discuss her unconventional road to the music industry, her biggest icks, what’s next for the rising star, her latest single, and more!

The Sit Down Episode 6: Charmaine

Juno award-winning artist Charmaine joins Kenisha Alexander on the sixth episode of ‘The Sit Down.’ Charmaine talks about her Juno win for Rap single of the year, getting started in the music industry, meeting celebrities, women in the music industry, inspirations, what’s next, first headlining show, and more!

The Sit Down Episode 5: SAINt JHN

Saint JHN joins Alex Henein on the fifth episode of ‘The Sit Down’ on THHGURU. Saint JHN talks his upbringing, working with legendary artists, sharing life stories through music, no longer allowing professional cameras during his tour, opening for Post Malone in 2016, accomplishment of performing big shows, working with Biggs Burke, advice to his younger self, thoughts on luck, songwriting, goals for the next couple years, wanting to reach $1 Billion, and more.

The Sit Down Episode 4: Swagger Rite

Swagger Rite joins THHGURU on the fourth episode of “The Sit Down” with Alex Henein to discuss his introduction to the entertainment industry dancing in the group Rated PG / Maximus owned by Director X (0:49), Realizing his potential in music while representing Toronto (2:20), Being inspired by Sha Hussle (3:10), People not knowing he was from Canada (3:38), Being managed by Troy Crossfield (4:25), Direction with “Drugs & Love” with Roy Woods (6:20), Music influencers (9:58), Who he would work with he hasn’t worked with yet (12:13), Advice he would give to his younger self/ advice to younger artists (13:50), Leaving your city to advance your career (20:52) & his EP ‘Detour’ (24:00)

The Sit Down Episode 3: Lil Zay Osama