Behind The Music | Podcast
Join music media personality Latoya Elle as she dives into raw, unfiltered conversations with Canada’s most talented emerging artists. Discover their music journeys, the obstacles they’ve conquered, and the real stories behind the highs and lows of breaking into the industry. From creative breakthroughs to industry insights, this podcast gives you an exclusive backstage pass into the world of rising musicians. Tune in and get inspired by the next wave of Canadian talent!
Episodes
This week, we sit down with Chrissy Spratt, a Canadian R&B/pop artist and TikTok sensation with over 5.5M followers. Known for her viral Afrobeats covers, Chrissy opens up about breaking out of the “cover artist” label and stepping fully into her identity as a professional recording artist. We talk building a music career in the digital age, and why her latest original music marks a new chapter about her journey from YouTube co...
Welcome to season 5 of Behind the Music!
This season, we're sharing the inside scoop from the studio, the stories behind the songs, and the real truths about building a career in the Canadian music scene. Stay Tuned! New episodes are coming soon!
In this episode of Behind the Music, we sit down with rising Canadian star Kuzi Cee, the Zimbabwe-born artist blending Pop, R&B, Hip Hop, Afro Beats, Amapiano, and EDM into a sound all his own. Kuzi opens up about his artistic journey—from singing Mariah Carey covers with his sister as a child to sharing stages with global icons like Michael Bublé, Jessie Reyez, Tyga, Nelly, and T.I.
We dive into Kuzi’s creative process, the ev...
In this episode, we sit down with rising alternative-punk-pop artist Liv Hanna for an intimate and unfiltered conversation. Based in Miami by way of New York, Liv opens up about her raw and emotionally charged songwriting process diving deep into how she crafts music that reflects her inner world.
From confronting depression to unpacking experiences of being teased and misunderstood in the bedroom, Liv’s lyrical honesty is as bold ...
In this powerful episode, Palestinian-Canadian R&B singer/songwriter ZINA shares her unfiltered insights on women's health, body image, and the courage it takes to speak openly about often-silenced experiences. Known for her ethereal, sultry voice and emotionally raw lyrics, ZINA reflects on how her music becomes a vessel for healing, storytelling, and activism—especially as a proud Palestinian living in the diaspora.
ZINA also...
In this episode of Behind the Music, we’re joined by Elenee—a JUNO-nominated, multi-award-winning Christian/gospel artist, producer, and songwriter—for a raw and honest conversation about the journey behind her rising success.
We dive into her recent experience attending the GMA Dove Awards (often called the Grammys of Christian music) and what that moment represented for her as a proud Métis and Greek Canadian woman in the gospel ...
In this powerful episode, we sit down with Juno Award-winning artist K-Anthony—a Jamaican-born, Canadian-based independent Christian artist—who opens up about his journey through faith, depression, and the realities of life as an indie artist in the Christian music scene.
From his early beginnings in church choirs in Jamaica to blending island rhythms of reggae and R&B with soul-stirring lyrics, K-Anthony's music speaks of hope...
Sadé Awele, the Nigerian-born R&B and afro-pop / afro-soul artist, joins us on Behind the Music. Tune in as she talks about her latest EP, Intuition, her aspirations to develop the Canadian music scene further, and more Sadé Awele is The 2020 AFAM Female Artist of the Year. Her musical style draws influences from her culture and upbringing - fusing melodic sounds from gospel, Jazz, Soul, and R&B to name a few. Some of her...
From Toronto stages to leading vocals with TC3, Fridaee has been captivating audiences since the age of 8. With a background in top arts institutions and a passion for Pop/House-fusion, she continues to carve her path in music.
Join us Tuesday, February 6th at 6:30 PM EST for an exclusive Behind the Music interview!
Edmonton’s own Kiarrah Ireland is making waves in R&B with her soulful vocals and genre-blending sound. From early success with singles like “Make You Say” to working with top producers, Kiarrah channels vulnerability into empowerment, creating a sound that’s both raw and uplifting.
Join us as we dive into her journey, creative process, and what’s next for this rising star. Tune in!
Meet Ethan Cybril, an independent musician bringing a Chris Brown-like sound to the industry. Born in Zimbabwe and raised in South Africa and based in Calgary, Alberta, his music blends the rich melodies of Southern Africa with ballads, hip-hop, and rap. A self-taught multi-instrumentalist, Cybril’s passion for music started in church and has taken him across South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Canada.
Join us as we dive into his journey...
Welcome to Behind the Music, where we have conversations with Canada's rising talent. Tune in for real stories, raw talent, and the journey behind the music!
If Missy Elliot, K-Riz and Nicki Minaj had a child, that child would be Tea Fannie.
Tiffannie, also known as Tea Fannie, hails from Alberta and is a rapper with roots in Edmonton. Her musical journey commenced in the bustling city of Edmonton. Having experienced considerable mobility due to her father's military service, covering 4 provinces and 9 cities, Tea Fannie has found her sense of belonging in Calgary.
Raised amidst the...
Rapper Tia Bank$ has been hustling in the music scene for over eight years and continues to impress people with her cadence, slick rhymes, and grit! Tap into our conversation to hear about her career heights and where she stands in her music career today.
Before we start season 3 of Behind the Music, I figures why not start off with a BONUS episode featuring #BettyDavis' cousin, Rachelle Neal!
Growing up Rachelle saw Betty Davis perform with her father and the rest of the Funkhouse band at her house.
Today, Rachelle Neal is an established producer and actress. Her portfolio includes CrazySexyCool: The TLC Story2013, Somebody's Child, Three's Complicated and Mardi Gras Reun...
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