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Industries Most Wanted

Industries Most Wanted Podcast caters to up and coming artists, Business owners and more. Check out the latest interviews hosted by TampaMystic

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#736
September 11 · 23 min
HappyOutsideSadInside Talks “Emily”, Pink Casket & Turning Pain Into Art
HappyOutsideSadInside is an artist whose name reflects the emotional contrast at the heart of his music—what people see on the outside versus what someone may be experiencing internally. Influenced by goth culture while bringing his own perspective to trap music, he uses pain, heartbreak, and vulnerability to create a deeply personal sound and image. Teaching himself to record and produce gave him greater creative control, while his first live performances in 2024 marked an important step in his development as an artist. Now, HappyOutsideSadInside is continuing that evolution with his new song “Emily” and preparing listeners for his upcoming EP, Pink Casket. Songs such as “Emily” and “Fake Love” give fans a look into the emotional world that fuels his creativity. In this interview, he opens up about expressing feelings through music that may be difficult to communicate in everyday conversation, the risks of being vulnerable, and why pain often inspires some of his strongest work. He also discusses what he wants listeners experiencing heartbreak to take from his music and what’s next after Pink Casket.
#735
September 10 · 39 min
334MotionMan Talks “Crossroads”, Montgomery’s Music Scene & Giving Back Through Amber Village
334MotionMan is a Montgomery, Alabama artist who is only one year into taking music seriously but is already focused on making an impact both through his artistry and within his community. His single “Crossroads” opens the door to a deeper conversation about the personal decisions and turning points that have shaped his journey. Early opportunities such as performing at the Daze Summit and appearing on a QC show in Atlanta have given him valuable experience while introducing his music to new audiences. In this interview, 334MotionMan speaks candidly about Montgomery’s music scene, including competition between artists, the need for greater unity, and how crime can affect those trying to build careers in the city. His purpose also extends beyond music. Alongside his fiancé, he is developing Amber Village, a nonprofit initiative centered on giving back and helping people overcome addiction. 334MotionMan discusses why that mission is personal and important to him, how he balances music with community involvement, and what he hopes to represent as his career continues to grow.
#734
September 10 · 32 min
Eric Cotsen Talks Damion & Hannah, “Pina In Your Colada” & Creating Music With AI
Eric Cotsen is the creative mind behind AI personas Damion Seraglio Bond and Hannah Leyla, a musical world that has allowed him to turn an unexpected passion for songwriting into an expansive creative second act. With more than 80 songs released this year, Cotsen continues to experiment with different sounds, concepts, and unconventional ideas while using AI as part of the process of bringing his songs to life. One of the latest releases, “Pina In Your Colada,” blends country and calypso influences for a fun, party-ready record featuring the Damion and Hannah personas. In this interview, Cotsen explains how the two characters were created, how he determines which lyrics and vocal parts belong to each persona, and where the inspiration for such a large catalog of music comes from. He also breaks down how AI fits into his creative process and addresses some of the misconceptions surrounding AI-assisted music. From choosing creative freedom over conventional boundaries to exploring new genres and subjects, Cotsen shares where this unique musical experiment is headed next—and what listeners can expect from the evolving world of Damion and Hannah.
#733
September 10 · 43 min
W5rldW3de Talks “Stopwatch”, How Time Can Change A Person & Mastering His Own Sound
W5rldW3de is a Montgomery, Alabama artist who has been building his career since releasing his first single in October 2020. His current single, “Stopwatch,” ties directly into one of the recurring themes in his music—time, growth, and the experiences that can transform a person. That same idea carries into his album How Time Can Change A Person, reflecting on how his journey has shaped both the artist and person he is today. W5rldW3de also takes a hands-on approach behind the scenes, having recorded, mixed, and mastered his first album ANEC himself. In this interview, he breaks down the creative and technical sides of his process, the challenges of being his own engineer, and the sounds and techniques that help distinguish his records. He also discusses the meaning behind the W5rldW3de name, what Montgomery has contributed to his artistry, and the things he refuses to compromise on creatively. With plans to establish a record label, W5rldW3de is looking beyond his own music as he considers the next phase of his career and what he wants to build for the future.
#732
August 27 · 31 min
S DOTT Talks “Wild Ride”, 20 Million+ Streams & Why He’s Still Trending
S DOTT is a Louisiana-born, Houston-based artist whose 15-year journey in music has been defined by consistency, versatility, and an ability to continue evolving with the times. Growing up in Lawtell, Louisiana helped establish the foundation for his sound, while his move to Houston introduced new influences and opportunities that further shaped his artistry. His current single, “Wild Ride,” continues that evolution, while his album Still Trending represents an artist who has remained committed to his craft throughout every stage of his career. That longevity has produced some impressive milestones, including more than 20 million streams, a Top 10 appearance on the official TikTok charts, and his record “Cowgirl Trailride” reaching the Top 5 on the blues chart. In this interview, S DOTT reflects on his Louisiana roots, the inspiration behind “Wild Ride,” what has kept him relevant after 15 years in the business, and the significance of reaching millions of listeners. He also discusses his growth since relocating to Houston and what fans can expect from the next chapter of S DOTT.
#731
August 27 · 37 min
Cyzle Blessed Talks “PVP”, Turning Pain Into Purpose & Empowering Women
Cyzle Blessed is a Grand Rapids, Michigan-born artist whose 10-plus-year journey in music has been driven by purpose, resilience, and a desire to empower others. Her single “PVP,” representing purpose, vision, and power, reflects the mindset that has helped her transform painful experiences into motivation throughout her career. Drawing inspiration from dynamic entertainers like Missy Elliott, Busta Rhymes, and Michael Jackson, Cyzle has continued evolving her sound and stage presence while reaching significant milestones, including receiving an Akademia Music Award and performing at the Grammy Museum. Beyond music, women’s empowerment has become an important part of her overall mission. Through What’s a Woman Worth?, an empowerment academy, and plans for a clothing line connected to that vision, Cyzle is creating a platform designed to encourage women to recognize their value and walk confidently in their purpose. In this interview, she discusses her evolution as an artist, the meaning behind “PVP,” turning pain into purpose, her biggest career moments, and what’s next as she continues combining music, entrepreneurship, and empowerment.
#730
August 25 · 28 min
Trinisha Browne Talks “Tell Me What You Want”, Rhythm & Love & Her Journey Back to Independence
Trinisha Browne is a Trinidad-born, Montreal-based artist whose multicultural journey has helped shape a sound that blends Reggae, Gospel, Hip-Hop, and R&B with heartfelt storytelling. Her musical foundation began in the church choir before Montreal’s creative community—including the Kalmunity open mic scene—helped her develop her identity as a performer and songwriter. Over the years, Trinisha has built her career through independent releases, live performances, and opportunities like opening for Azealia Banks and receiving recognition from VICE Québec. Her album Rhythm & Love explores themes of love, heartbreak, vulnerability, and personal growth while also drawing from her passion for poetry and visual art. After experiencing different sides of the music business, Trinisha ultimately chose to return to independence, giving herself greater freedom over her artistry and direction. In this interview, she reflects on her Trinidadian roots, her evolution in Montreal, the lessons learned from releasing multiple EPs, and what fans can expect from her next chapter. She also introduces listeners to “Tell Me What You Want,” a record that showcases the emotion and versatility at the heart of Trinisha Browne’s music.
#729
August 25 · 30 min
Brook Lynn Talks “Love Your Enemy”, America’s Got Talent & Finding Her Voice Through Forest Pop
Brook Lynn is a Netherlands-born singer-songwriter turning vulnerability, nature, and personal experiences into a distinctive sound she calls “forest pop.” Growing up in Wilp surrounded by forests helped shape both her creativity and the atmospheric quality of her music, while songwriting became an important outlet for expressing emotions and working through anxiety. Her journey reached an entirely new audience after appearing on America’s Got Talent, where she faced the frightening challenge of losing her voice during soundcheck before ultimately stepping onto one of the biggest stages of her career. The experience not only introduced Brook Lynn to millions of viewers but also tested her resilience and confidence as a performer. In this interview, she discusses the origins of her artist name, the meaning behind forest pop, connecting with listeners through vulnerable songwriting, and how her life has changed since AGT. She also shares what’s ahead for her career and introduces listeners to her emotionally driven single, “Love Your Enemy.”
#728
August 24 · 29 min
C.J. Brown Talks “He Never Fails”, Afrogospel & Taking His Message Worldwide
C.J. Brown is a Brooklyn-born Afrogospel artist using faith, resilience, and uplifting music to connect with listeners across cultures. In just three years of pursuing music professionally, he has already experienced significant milestones, including performing internationally in Kenya and receiving recognition from The Source Magazine. His latest single, “He Never Fails,” reflects the foundation of his artistry—a belief in God's faithfulness even through life's most difficult seasons. By blending Gospel-centered messages with the vibrant rhythms and energy of Afrogospel, C.J. creates music that can inspire listeners while still giving them something they can genuinely vibe to. In this interview, he discusses his Brooklyn upbringing, how his faith guides his songwriting, the experience of taking his music to Africa, and what resilience means in his own life. C.J. also reflects on the lessons he's learned early in his professional journey and shares what's next as he continues using “He Never Fails” and future releases to spread his message to an even wider audience.
#727
August 13 · 39 min
Thxrsday Talks O V R T H I N K, Turning Life Into Therapy & Pushing His Sound Forward
Thxrsday is an emerging artist whose music turns overthinking, vulnerability, and real-life experiences into deeply personal storytelling. Born in Colorado and connected to Tennessee, his journey has helped shape an evolving sound influenced by artists like Kendrick Lamar, Juice WRLD, XXXTentacion, and The Weeknd—the latter even inspiring his artist name through the project Thursday. His new project, O V R T H I N K, captures the thoughts and emotions that can become difficult to express anywhere outside of music, with each song telling its own individual story. Rather than arranging the album chronologically, Thxrsday focused on how the records connected sonically, creating a listening experience built around feeling and atmosphere. The title track, “O V R T H I N K,” comes to life over a rock-inspired production from youngtaylor_, while the project also hints at Thxrsday's desire to continue experimenting beyond traditional genre boundaries, including exploring EDM. In this interview, he opens up about using music as therapy, the challenges of being vulnerable, the creative decisions behind O V R T H I N K, and how far he's willing to push his artistry in the next chapter.
#726
August 13 · 35 min
NHL Marcel Talks “Shootas”, Welcome to East Gate & Representing His Mississippi Roots
NHL Marcel is a rising artist from Cleveland, Mississippi, whose music is deeply connected to his upbringing, life experiences, and the people who inspired him along the way. His passion for music started early, with his Uncle Terrence playing an important role in motivating him to pursue his own path as an artist. Drawing inspiration from artists like Chief Keef, T.I., Yo Gotti, and the late Young Dolph, Marcel has developed a sound centered around authenticity and telling his story on his own terms. His latest single, “Shootas,” and EP, Welcome to East Gate, give listeners a closer look at where he comes from and the experiences that have shaped him. His journey has also led to opportunities like collaborating with Glasses Malone while continuing to make giving back to his community part of his bigger mission. In this interview, NHL Marcel breaks down the meaning behind his name, the story behind “Shootas,” his Mississippi roots, his biggest accomplishments so far, and what fans can expect from him throughout the rest of 2026.
#725
August 11 · 22 min
Arianna Tsar Talks “Paranoia”, Growing as a Young Artist & Her Upcoming Monster Mad EP
At just 15 years old, Arianna Tsar is already establishing her identity as a rising artist with a sound that blends pop, soul, and rock with honest, emotion-driven songwriting. Her new single, “Paranoia,” released August 7, explores overthinking and the complicated thoughts that can sometimes take over your mind, giving listeners another glimpse into the young artist’s ability to turn relatable emotions into music. With her father serving as her songwriting partner, Arianna has developed a creative process that keeps family at the heart of her journey while she simultaneously balances music with attending a performing arts high school. As her audience continues to grow on Spotify, she’s already looking ahead to her upcoming Monster Mad EP, planned for 2027. In this interview, Arianna discusses the inspiration behind “Paranoia,” what life is like pursuing music at 15, working creatively with her father, balancing school with a growing career, and what fans can expect as she continues developing her sound and stepping into the next chapter of her artistry.
#724
August 3 · 26 min
Al Ur Pal Talks “Let’s Funk”, Lifelong Creativity & The Power of Collaboration
Al Ur Pal is a Chicago-born musician, songwriter, and visionary whose passion for music has been shaped by decades of creativity, faith, and life experience. Through The Al Ur Pal Project, he has created a platform that brings together talented vocalists and musicians to produce a unique blend of jazz, gospel, R&B, pop, and funk. Rather than limiting himself to one genre or one sound, Al Ur Pal embraces collaboration as the heart of his creative process, allowing each song to tell its own story while remaining rooted in authenticity and purpose. His latest release, "Let's Funk," captures that spirit with infectious energy and musicianship that invites listeners to simply enjoy the music. In this interview, Al Ur Pal discusses the inspiration behind The Al Ur Pal Project, the influence of growing up in Chicago, the artists who shaped his musical journey, the role faith plays in his songwriting, and how the many chapters of his life have made him a stronger artist. He also shares what fans can expect next and the lasting message he hopes his music leaves with listeners.
#723
August 3 · 33 min
Shiva SoulLit Talks “Still”, Moving in Silence & Trusting the Process
Shiva SoulLit is an artist whose music is rooted in confidence, resilience, and the power of trusting your own journey. Influenced by her Southern roots, she has developed a style that blends authentic storytelling with a fearless mindset, encouraging listeners to focus on their purpose rather than outside opinions. Her latest single, "Still," reflects that philosophy, serving as a reminder that success doesn't require constant validation or public recognition. Instead, Shiva SoulLit embraces moving in silence, allowing her work and consistency to speak louder than words. Having learned valuable lessons from being "too available" earlier in her career, she now approaches both life and the music business with greater intention, protecting her energy while staying focused on long-term growth. In this interview, Shiva SoulLit discusses the inspiration behind "Still," the importance of self-belief, how her approach to the industry has evolved, the lessons she's learned through personal growth, and what fans can expect from the next chapter of her musical journey.
#722
July 28 · 31 min
IDEGO Talks “Pray Some”, Faith, Purpose & His Journey Into Christian Hip-Hop
IDEGO is a Nashville-based artist, rapper, and producer using music as a platform to inspire, uplift, and share his faith with listeners around the world. Blending honest lyricism with modern production, he has embraced Christian hip-hop as a way to create music that reflects both his personal journey and his spiritual convictions. His latest single, "Pray Some," encourages listeners to lean on faith during life's challenges while delivering a message of hope, perseverance, and purpose. Influenced by his upbringing in Nashville and the musical impact of his father, IDEGO has developed a unique creative process that allows him to both produce and perform music that stays true to his vision. In this interview, he discusses the inspiration behind "Pray Some," the story behind his artist name, the challenges of transitioning into Christian hip-hop, how his faith shapes every aspect of his career, and the greater purpose he hopes to fulfill through his music. He also shares what's next, including upcoming collaborations and future releases as he continues building his ministry through music.
#721
July 25 · 28 min
Teego Don Talks “Bad Anyweh”, Breaking Barriers & Building Teegodonrecords
Teego Don is an independent artist from New York who has spent the last six years building his career through consistency, determination, and a refusal to let obstacles define his journey. His latest single, "Bad Anyweh," was inspired by a rhythm that immediately sparked his creativity, resulting in a record that showcases his confidence, energy, and artistic growth. Along the way, Teego Don has celebrated milestones like surpassing 10,000 streams on Spotify and opening for established artists, experiences that have strengthened his commitment to the independent grind. As the founder of Teegodonrecords, he's focused on creating opportunities not only for himself but for the future of his brand. In this interview, Teego Don discusses the inspiration behind "Bad Anyweh," the misconceptions surrounding success in the music industry, the challenges of gatekeeping, what he's learned from six years as an independent artist, and the vision he has for Teegodonrecords as he continues pushing his career to the next level.
#720
July 25 · 23 min
ItzmeKinGhost Talks “Whyoumadhoe”, Fatherhood & Representing Haiti Through Music
ItzmeKinGhost is an independent artist whose music blends confidence, resilience, and real-life experiences into records that connect with listeners from all walks of life. Born in Haiti and raised in Palm Beach County, Florida, he has spent the last five years developing his sound while proudly representing both his Caribbean roots and South Florida culture. His latest single, "Whyoumadhoe," was created as an energetic anthem designed to inspire confidence and remind people to stay focused on their own success despite outside negativity. The momentum behind the record has continued to grow, including having his music featured in the upcoming Florida-based series Making It in the FTL. Beyond music, fatherhood and his involvement with UPHIU have helped shape his perspective both personally and professionally, giving him an even greater sense of purpose. In this interview, ItzmeKinGhost discusses the inspiration behind "Whyoumadhoe," the meaning behind his favorite lyrics, how his Haitian heritage influences his artistry, the lessons he's learned throughout his career, and what's next as he continues building his name in the industry.
#719
July 23 · 29 min
Joesph Blue Talks “Heaven’s Got A View”, Healing Through Music & Honoring Louisiana Roots
Joesph Blue is a Louisiana singer-songwriter whose music is rooted in heartfelt storytelling, personal reflection, and genuine emotion. His latest single, "Heaven's Got A View," explores the universal experience of grief, offering comfort and hope to anyone who has lost someone they love. Drawing inspiration from his own life and the values instilled by his father, Joesph crafts songs that connect deeply with listeners through honest lyrics and timeless melodies. Following the release of "Summer Nights Goodbye," he continues to build his catalog one meaningful single at a time, allowing each release to stand on its own and tell a complete story. Deeply connected to his Louisiana roots, Joesph is already preparing new music that celebrates the culture and spirit of his home state while continuing to evolve as both a songwriter and independent artist. In this interview, he discusses the inspiration behind "Heaven's Got A View," how music has helped him navigate loss, the songwriting lessons passed down by his father, the business side of his career, and what fans can expect from his next chapter.
#718
July 15 · 37 min
H.Y.M. Talks “Living Legend”, Manifestation & Turning Setbacks Into Success
H.Y.M. is a rising artist whose music is rooted in resilience, confidence, and the belief that your mindset shapes your reality. Although he's only been pursuing music professionally for three years, he's already built momentum through powerful performances, authentic storytelling, and a relentless commitment to self-improvement. His latest single, “Living Legend,” serves as both a personal declaration and a motivational anthem, encouraging listeners to believe in themselves long before the world catches up. From sharing the stage with Cassidy to connecting with Ali, H.Y.M. continues to grow through every opportunity while using criticism and setbacks as fuel for his success. After overcoming incarceration and rebuilding his life, he now channels those experiences into music that inspires others to keep pushing forward despite adversity. In this interview, H.Y.M. opens up about manifestation, personal growth, the importance of honest conversations among men, and why he believes every obstacle can become the foundation for a greater purpose.
#717
July 15 · 48 min
Rourke Opens Up About “It’s My Time”, Starstruck & Eight Years of Persistence
Rourke is an artist whose music has always been driven by honesty, resilience, and a willingness to tackle meaningful subjects through songwriting. His latest single, “It’s My Time,” delivers an uplifting message of hope and perseverance, marking a powerful contrast to his previous release, “I Can’t Breathe,” while showcasing the continued evolution of his artistry. Years in the making, his album Starstruck represents nearly a decade of dedication, creative growth, and an unwavering belief in staying true to his vision despite the challenges that come with the music industry. Influenced by iconic bands like Guns N' Roses, Rourke blends Americana and classic rock influences with modern storytelling to create music that encourages listeners to think, reflect, and find hope even during difficult times. In this interview, he discusses the inspiration behind “It’s My Time,” why artists should never be afraid to speak their minds, the lessons learned throughout his musical journey, and what's next as he continues building on the release of Starstruck.

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