Sad Boy Radio

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."...

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. F...

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-thre...

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 pridefu...

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 ...

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...

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 ...

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 o...

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 be...

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. Pi...

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 &a...

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 ma...

Sad Boys For Real! PVTSTCK studio owners (Herson, Jason, & Luis), sit down with me to discuss their ten year journey & the importance behind the studio they've built from the ground up. This unique group has been a staple for the Chicago community over their last 10 years; helping artists such as Saba & The Hxliday gain early success. In addition to their early work with the artists above, PVTSTCK has opened its doo...

Sad Boys For Reall! Chicago artist, Shoebox Baby, slides to PVTSTCK to discuss growing up in O’Block, how his early success impacted his mindset, and learning how to cope with the loss of those closest to him. In the song, “Recovery Mode” by FEMDOT he says, “So what you when you look in my eyes? / All the trauma I hide / All the hurt I disguise / So what you see when you think about our lives? / And all the times that I've tr...

Sad Boys For Real! Chicago artist, D2X, slides to PVTSTCK to discuss his album "Hotel 1105", giving up basketball and pursuing music, healing from previous marriage, and forgiving his parents & himself. In the song, "Route Paradise," D2X says, "I'm getting older, I release resentment from my shoulder / forgiving my dad, myself, my mama, I was chosen." Often, instability while growing up insti...

Sad Boys For Real! Chicago artist, Senite, visits PVTSTCK to discuss learning to love music, growing up fast after the loss of her brother, failed friendships/relationships, and healing from past traumas. In the song, "Billionaire," Senite sings, "If I charged for how much I loved / I’d be a billionaire right now." A regret that most people carry nowadays is trying to save a relationship for longer than we sho...

Sad Boys For Real! Chicago artist, LaSalle Grandeur, slides to studio to discuss his latest album, losing both his parents, letting go of the pain from his past, and learning to live his truth. In the song, "Trusted Angels," Lasalle says, "imma leave when things get too affectionate / believe me, I don't wanna runaway / yet everyone love fades away," LaSalle has experiences loss from an early age, and has ...

Sad Boys For Real! Chicago rapper, Pronto Spazzout, slides to PVTSTCK to discuss creating Jiggy Music, the influence of street life, importance of parental figures, and healing from the loss of his cousin. In the remix of "Back in Blood," Pronto says, "I never rat / even on the opps / how you do that to your blood?" Maintaining your integrity & never switching up on those closest to you are values Pronto h...

Sad Boys For Real! Chicago Rapper, Prez Harris, slides to PVTSTCK to discuss touring off his album, "Hourglass," pressure to succeed, feeling like time is passing him by, and balancing relationships & music. In the song, "Emotionless," Drake says, "I always hear people complain about the place that they live / That all the people here are fake and they got nothin' to give / 'Cause they been st...