A Song Called Life

In Episode #298, Sen Morimoto sits down with Osi to discuss his latest album, 'Time Is on Your Side'. They focus on Sen's decision to slow down after years of touring, the pressures of building a career in music, and how taking more time with the creative process shaped the new record. They also discuss growing up between cultures, finding community through music, and his efforts to build a more supportive environment for artists through Sooper Records.

In Episode #297, Mykki Blanco sits down with Osi to discuss his latest album, 'Cafe Paradiso'. Their conversation focuses on Mykki’s evolution from performance art and experimental rap into a more intentional approach to songwriting, and what it means to have the music itself take center stage after years of being viewed through the lens of identity. They also discuss fame, social media, creative independence, and returning to the stage as a way of reconnecting with the audience.

In Episode #296, Son Lux sit down with Osi to discuss their latest album, 'Out Into'. Bandmates Ryan Lott, Ian Chang and Rafiq Bhatia reflect on returning to the intimacy of making music together in a room, how years of film scoring reshaped their creative process, and the trust that has kept the trio connected. They also discuss restraint, recognition, and making an album that reveals more with repeated listening.

In Episode #295, Atticus Roness sits down with Osi to discuss his latest album, 'Rock 'N' Roll Hit Parade'. They discuss the false starts and reinvention that shaped his solo career, his relationship with songwriting, and why this record feels like the clearest version of himself so far. They also discuss sobriety, finding greater focus in the creative process, and making rock music without worrying about where the genre is supposed to fit.

In Episode #294, Chrome Sparks sits down with Osi to discuss his latest album, Ball of Light. The conversation moves through returning to his own music after an eight year gap, the perfectionism that can make finishing personal work difficult, and what years of collaboration have taught him about trusting instinct and letting go. They also discuss the creative thread that keeps Chrome Sparks recognizable even as the music continues to change.

In Episode #293, Marci sits down with Osi to discuss her sophomore album, Mask Lady and Late Night Girl. They discuss the strange encounters and creative choices that shaped the record, from unexpected sounds and visual ideas to the ways we form stories about the people around us. They also discuss masks, identity, and what it means to become a character in someone else’s world without ever realizing it.

In Episode #292, Hayley Law sits down with Osi to discuss her debut album Last Summer. Their conversation moves through Hayley’s decision to leave the “Hayleau” name behind, how the new music changed the way she understood herself as an artist, and why releasing it under her own name ultimately felt like the most natural choice. They also reflect on the chapter of her career shaped by Riverdale and how the years since have brought her closer to making music rooted in her own life and voice.

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In Episode #291, Cautious Clay sits down with Osi to discuss his latest album, The Hours: High Noon. The conversation focuses on the ideas behind the Hours trilogy, the balance between musical ambition and accessibility, and the importance of letting honesty and intention shape every creative decision. They also touch on how curiosity, collaboration, and a commitment to making work that feels true have defined Joshua's approach to both the album and his career.

In Episode #290, Brockhoff sits down with Osi to discuss their debut album, Easy Peeler. They talk about the emotions that shaped the record, what it felt like to finally let it go, and the way vulnerability gradually became something to embrace instead of hide from. Additionally, they discuss Brockhoff's songwriting, the balance between softer moments and grittier guitar driven songs, and how making this album helped her reconnect with the reasons she started making music in the first place.

In Episode 289, Lee Lewis sits down with Osi to discuss his latest EP, HOWL. Their conversation moves through reinvention, identity, and the journey from opera to R&B and soul, touching on how Lee found a voice that felt fully his own through songwriting, vulnerability, and creative freedom. They discuss the tension between classical training and self expression, the emotional honesty behind the music, and what it means to make art that reflects who you are rather than who you are expected to be.

In Episode #288, lead vocalist of punk rock band Sincere Engineer, Deanna Belos, sits down with Osi to discuss the band's latest album, Probable Claws. Their conversation moves through the excitement and exhaustion of release week, the band's evolution from its early days to headlining tours, and the ways memory, touring, and lived experience continue to shape Deanna's songwriting. They reflect on nostalgia, creative growth, and what it means to build a lasting career one record, one show, and one connection with listeners at a time.

In Episode #287, Rosa Walton sits down with Osi to discuss her debut solo album, Tell Me It's A Dream. Their conversation focuses on the freedom of stepping into a solo identity, the search for joy after hardship, and the quiet confidence that comes from making music on your own terms, while reflecting on creativity, friendship, and the parts of ourselves that only become clear with time.

In Episode #286, Mainard Larkin sits down with Osi to discuss his latest album Rattlesnake Boy. Their conversation moves through Mainard’s shift from rap into a more storytelling driven songwriting approach, and how identity, vulnerability, and character building shaped both the record and a new creative chapter. Along the way, they discuss reinvention, aging, and the challenge of finding a voice that feels honest, even when it means starting over.

In Episode #285, singer-songwriter PJ sits down with Osi to discuss her latest EP, Why Do Feelings Matter Anyway. They discuss the challenges of navigating the music industry while remaining true to her artistic vision, and how experiences with both major labels and independence have strengthened her confidence as a creator.

Their conversation also touches on resilience, self-trust, and the mindset required to build a lasting career, as well as the importance of emotional discipline, Black creativity, and creating music that feels authentic above all else. PJ reflects on turning setbacks into opportunities for growth and why focusing on the work itself continues to guide her forward.

In Episode #284, rapper Nickelus F sits down with Osi to discuss his latest album The Undisputed. They discuss the shift from pursuing recognition to embracing creative freedom, and how years of experience have shaped a quieter but more grounded confidence in Nickelus' work. Their conversation also touches on Richmond’s cultural imprint, the lasting influence of the blog era, and the balance between artistic independence, legacy, and the simple act of continuing to create.

In Episode #283, Yaya Bey sits down with Osi to discuss her latest album, Fidelity. Their conversation focuses on the emotional cost of chasing success, the importance of protecting your peace in an industry built on constant motion, and how vulnerability has become central to both Yaya’s life and music. They also discuss the making of Fidelity, from its blend of jazz, hip hop, soul, and dance music to the deeper questions of devotion, burnout, gratitude, and what it means to keep creating without losing yourself in the process.

In Episode #282, Tiwayo sits down with Osi to discuss their latest album, Outsider.

Their conversation focuses on Tiwayo’s path from the Paris suburbs to a sound shaped by blues, gospel, and Memphis soul, as they discuss how loss, family history, and lived experience show up in his music. They also discuss his return to live instrumentation, the role of performance in soul, and what it means to make work that stays rooted in tradition while still feeling personal and current.

In Episode #281, Amy Gadiaga sits down with Osi to discuss her latest EP, BabyGoated. The conversation moves through her path from France to London, the shift from fitting into jazz tradition to defining her own lane, and her decision to center authenticity over expectation, as they discuss how her Afro-French background, teenage uncertainty, and experiences in male dominated spaces pushed her toward a more self defined, genre crossing sound.

In Episode #280, artist Hannah Lew joins Osi to discuss her latest album, Hannah Lew.

They discuss her shift from years of collaboration into a solo identity, what it meant to finally release music under her own name, and how her background across music and visual art shapes the way she tells stories. They also discuss how success should be defined as an artist, choosing honesty and connection over metrics, and what it takes to stay true to yourself in an industry that often rewards the opposite.

In Episode 279, Edwin Raphael sits down with Osi to discuss his latest album, I Know A Garden.

They touch on ideas of home and identity, unpacking how Edwin’s sense of belonging has shaped both his life and his music. Their conversation moves through instinct, environment, and creative growth, framing the album as a living space built from experience and continually evolving.