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Sad Boys For Real! Chicago super producer, Gold Haze, slides to PVTSTCK to discuss his journey from "Your Pain is Mine" to "When I had Nothing, I had Everything." Gold Haze reflects on the relationships he walked away from, past versions of himself he let go of, and leaning on God in times where he didn't have the answers. In the song, "When You Had Nothing," Gold Haze says, “Every season built a purpose / God’ll show you if it’s worth it / sometimes the pain resurface just to show you what your worth is." Gold Haze reflects on the times where he couldn't understand the reason behind certain things happening. We search for answers until we realize that God is doing it for a reason. Our path is unique to us, and each lesson was already written. Also discussed: car accident that rerouted life, realizing he had everything he ever wanted, and the significance of each chapter in book. "Gold Haze Interview: Overcoming Heartbreak, Trusting God & Finding True Happiness | Sad Boy Radio"

Sad Boys For Real! Chicago rapper, Joey Purp, slides to PVTSTCK, to discuss his 10 years in rap since dropping his debut project, iiiDrops. Joey discusses his relationship with SaveMoney friends: Chance the Rapper, Vic Mensa, Kami & many more. Also, the traumas he's overcome throughout his life & leaning on God in times where circumstances felt extra heavy. In the song, "I came I seen," Joey says, “I doubled my karma fro devilish ways / I know my past been haunting me / I pray the casket far from me / I just been praying for peace for ya’ll / cause I been going to war with me." Joey reflects on the internal battles he had to overcome within himself to find the peace he has today. From cleaning up the trauma that numbed him from an early age to his own decisions, Joey talks about this with a transparency second to none. Standing on a truth that most hardly ever face.Also discussed: becoming a father, leaving behind certain relationships, and importance of God's forgiveness. "Joey Purp Interview: Overcoming Trauma, Finding God, 10 Years in Rap, & SaveMoney | Sad Boy Radio"

Sad Boys For Real! Chicago Artist, Demetri Wiley, visits PVTSTCK 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.

Sad Boys For Real! Chicago rapper, Gado 2x, slides to PVTSTCK to discuss the highs & lows of his journey. From receiving features from G Herbo & Valee, to getting locked up for a weekend and being forced to reflect. Gado has faced many of his own struggles, but has continued to look for ways to elevate throughout his life. In the song, "First Day Out," Gado says, “Ain’t no criminal, I’m just misunderstood." A feeling that is consistently discussed for many creatives; for Gado, this feeling runs deeper than the surface. Gado allows his music to tell the stories he usually keeps silent about. Also discussed, Impact of Father's Incarceration, Losing A Child, and Reflecting On What Could've Been had he stayed in Chicago.

Sad Boys For Real! Interscope signed recording artist, Big Kay Beezy, slides to PVTSTCK to discuss overcoming a murder charge, singing to Interscope, becoming a dad, and being the role model that he never had. In the song, "Set The Record Straight," Beezy raps, "Screaming what’s up now / but deep inside I’m breaking down / and they not trynna see me smile." Beezy has endured more than most in this lifetime. From fighting for his life, losing close friends, and reaching the lowest point of his life at what should've been the highest. Often, people are forced to put on a smile when all they want to do is stop and breakdown. Through it all, Beezy has embodied the definition of resilience; not allowing anything to stop him from being the role model he didn't have growing up. Also discussed, impact of parents' divorce, why he continued to pursue street life, working with Polo G, and maintaining mental health even at his lowest.

Sad Boys For Real! No More Heroes Videographer, Sergio Esparza, slides to PVTSTCK to talk about his decision to quit school & pursue videography, Regrets from past decisions, and working with some of the biggest artists in Hip-Hop at this moment! In the song, "Eastside," Halsey says, "Seventeen and we got a dream to have a family / A house and everything in between / And then, oh, suddenly we turned twenty-three / Now we got pressure for taking our life more seriously." A feeling that every young 20 year old goes through. There becomes a pressure to succeed, and make sacrifices in your personal life. Sometimes, these sacrifices aren't even worth your happiness. Fortunately Sergio has been blessed to work with No More Heroes, and shoot for artists such as Sexxy Red, Mello Buckz, DCG Bros & MORE! Also discussed, MISSING dad's birthday, Trying to Sneak Into G Herbo Show, Building Community In Chicago.

Sad Boys For Real. R&B Singer, Jaas, slides to PVTSCK, to discuss her hiatus from music after her Debut EP, non-traditional view on cheating, toxic relationships, and learning & practicing self-love. In the song, "Unavailable," Jaas sings, "Pain is love, you know you taught me first / So I think I'll wash my hands with." A feeling that is all too familiar to everyone; even those who are too prideful to admit it. Through this experience, we learn what we will accept from love, as well as reject from it. For Jaas, she realized that her self-worth comes from more than just relationships & wholeness won't come from solely another individual. Jaas explores the concept of love through her music, and allows it to tell her story to a T. She chases her passion to the very end, and won't let anybody stop her from being the star she's meant to be. Also discussed, working with Chris Classick, Briefly living in Atlanta, Influence of growing up around males, and Finding her Purpose in Chicago.

Sad Boys For Real! Washington Wizards Forward, Richaun Holmes, invites us to discuss the struggles he's overcome to make it to the NBA, mental impact of being traded mid-season, and maintaining professionalism while dealing with adversity. In the song, "Soul Right," Femdot says, "Understand that in this world put your joy first / I seen a lot of things, but never a trailer on a hearst / so yes, build some, get some for the lineage / but doing so without living life is ridiculous." This is a sentiment that most people chasing their passion can relate to. For Richaun, this goes back to the fear of failing, and not being enough for what his family needs. Not only that, but not being everything he thought he could be. Also discussed, Getting Benched After Welcome To The NBA Moment From Lebron, Being Traded For "Cash Considerations," Definition of Being A Man.

Sad Boys For Real! Chicago singer, Munna Ikee, slides to PVTSTCK to discuss his recent visit to No Jumper, the influence from growing up in O'Block, and the mental impact of losing close friends. Munna Ikee sings in his song, "Hope In My Hood," "I been tryna find hope, but I'm the hope in my hood," Ikee has witnessed the many phases his community has gone through. From the peaks of Chief Keef & King Von, to the losses of some of the people closest to him & his neighborhood. Ikee talks about feeling like all hope has been lost, but with love & leadership he can be the one to bring hope back to O'Block. Also discussed, relationship with Shoebox Baby, being forced to grow up fast/losing his childhood, and feeling misunderstood by those closest to him.

Sad Boys For Real! Chicago Rapper, Juwon, slides to PVTSTCK to discuss the formation of OG music group, growing up with immigrant parents, and the significance of being able to blend into both corporate & street life. Finding your voice & your purpose is sometimes the hardest thing to do; especially once you've finished school during a pandemic. In the song "Feeling Lucky," Juwon says, "Ever hear a rap before? Cause them lil boys ain't ****** with me." It wasn't long ago that Juwon was strictly focused on throwing parties; however, he's is quickly rising in them music scene & showing the world that he belongs. Also discussed, QUITTING basketball in college, self-expression through music, being pushed to pursue music, and figuring out purpose in life.

Sad Boys For Real! Chicago DJ/Activist/Creator, HotRod, slides to PVTSTCK to discuss his recent move to WGCI, importance of building creative community in Chicago, mental health struggles after losing father, and more! In the song, "Turn To You," Justin Bieber says, "when you’re lost and you’re tired / When you’re broken in two / Let my love take you higher/ 'Cause I still turn to you..." Even at the peak of his father's sickness Hotrod turned to his father for guidance. His father set the standard for who he hoped he could be, and it has shown through his value in being a parent. Hotrod has turned his grind up knowing he has to provide for his family, and has established himself as not only a pillar in Chicago, but the music community. Breaking countless records (Yung MA "OOOUUU," Jack Harlow "What's Poppin") & starting his own company, Peprally Takeover. Also discussed, starting playlists, helping artists breakthrough, and growing as a person/creative.

Sad Boys For Real! Detroit artist, Eddy Mack, slides to PVTSTCK to discuss ongoing controversy in Palestine, his battle with depression, and completely quitting music. Eddy Mack says in his VIRAL song, "The Sound of War," "News telling lies check the facts that they cover / Cuz my people out here crying or they dying or they suffer," touching on the current controversy taking place in Palestine. This song became a turning point for Eddy's career & gave him a greater purpose. A purpose to speak out for his people & who are facing immense turmoil. Eddy has become a voice for the voiceless & has taken the lead in executive producing a whole album dedicated to the country. This album has revitalized Eddy's career, and brought him back after he initially gave up on a dream that was proven to be a fantasy. Also discussed, having his music STOLEN, dependency in relationships, losing football career to injuries.

Sad Boys For Real! Numbers on The Board host, Pierre "Peeweedaplug" Andresen, slides to PVTSTCK to discuss leaving House of Highlights, giving up making music to manage Flex Sinatra, and finding his purpose in life. In the song, "Heavily Flawed," Pierre says, "You won’t see a blemish or gimmick / I’m real / I’m authentic / Can’t do it unless my heart in it," Something that he lives by to this day. Pierre keeps three things close to him: his faith, basketball, and music. In two of those things, he had to adapt & find his true purpose. Although Pierre gave up playing a sport that's in his DNA he found a way to keep it in his life through his podcast "Through The Wire." Pierre's story truly demonstrates to never give up, and that your purpose will find you. Also discussed, origin of RichVision, lessons from his mother, how being born in the city but raised in the suburbs helped shape him, signing to ESPN through Peyton Manning's production company "OMAHA"

Sad Boys For Real. OTF artist/director/entrepreneur, Hypno Carlito, slides to PVTSTCK to discuss his journey within the music industry, and the changes that have taken place throughout his life. From signing to JIVE at 15, to touring with Lil Durk & finding his second family; Hypno has experienced massive success in many avenues. Although he was successful, Hypno continued to forge a new path by starting his own businesses & even directing his own film, "Primary Position." In the song, "My Life," Hypno says, "I dealt with the pain with a smile / I never lived life as a child / I gotta give a better life to my child." Hypno's form of self-expression had always been music from early on, and the lack of stability in his child-hood has pushed him to go 10x harder for his own family. Thus forcing him to "never settle." Also discussed, losing his mom at 5 years old, meetings with Netflix & Hulu, working with Nick Cannon & Spike Lee.

Sad Boys For Real! UK drill rapper, Workrate, slides to PVTSTCK, to discuss working on album for Palesteine, contradictions between lifestyle & religion, traumas, and being an imperfect human. In the song, "Ridiculous," Workrate says, “We going through **** but we don’t say niche / just pray to allah cause we need his help." Workrate believes that the only person he can truly confide in is Allah; that "a man cannot show his emotional side." These are the circumstances that are created by people's environments; unfortunately, Workrate has been through more than most. Thus, instilling a numbness that has yet to be healed. Workrate uses his faith to navigate his real life issues, and looks toward Allah in times of trouble. Also discussed, disconnect with family, self-realization, and being sober for 3 years.