SixSaidIt brings her diverse background and insightful takes to the Busyverse! WHETHER YOU LIKE (4:27). CHAT (7:18) - Takeoff, Taylor Swift, Rihanna, NxWorries, Andersoon. Paak, HER, Ice Spice, Drake and 21 Savage, SLIDE DECK (31:51) Disrespectful by SixSaidIt (Six), Gravity by Nadine El Roubi (Armon) SAY IT SIX (38:44) BOARD MEETING (41:07) Six’s background, writing her first song, the IG followers, being autonomous yet manageable, Outside II, and more. Be sure to follow Six on IG at @sixsaidit...
Nov 09, 2022•1 hr 18 min•Season 4Ep. 3
This week Armon is joined by 5x Multi-Platinum, Billboard chart-topping producer Dizzy Banko! WHETHER YOU LIKE (4:15). CHAT (6:43) Bad Bunny, Kanye West, Latto, Nicki Minaj, Kodak Black, and the recent Quality Control Releases (Quavo x Takeoff and Lil Baby). SLIDE DECK (36:52) Dizzy Banko - "IYKYK" (Dizzy) Tre Loud - "Use Me" ft. Jabeaux (Armon). WHO PRODUCED IT? (44:48) We test Dizzy’s knowledge of who produced some of the most well-known megahits. BOARD MEETING (48:55) Dizzy Banko talks his or...
Oct 24, 2022•1 hr 14 min•Season 4Ep. 2
Season 4 is officially underway, and we are Bigger Than Ever, Busier Than Ever, and Balder Than Ever. Armon returns to full-time podding and introduces his new co-host/friend of the show, SaVon Slater, in addition to the Stay Busy Patreon. CHAT (Out Of Office) - Kendrick Lamar album, Beyonce album, Ari Lennox album, dvsn singles, + male R&B, song of the summer talk. SLIDE DECK - Irresponsible by Kiana Lede (SaVon), Obsessed by Calvin Harris, Shenseea, and Charlie Puth (Armon). BOARD MEETING ...
Oct 10, 2022•58 min•Season 4Ep. 1
"Busy Sessions" Episode 11 was graced with the Brooklyn swagger of the new Roc Nation signee HDBeenDope. The lethal lyricist talks about his origins in rap, growing up in church, doing nearly everything on his own, working with Dizzy Banko and Earl On The Beat, EDM remixes of his records, almost making XXL's 2020 Freshman List, signing to Roc Nation, whether or not he met Jay-Z, what it is to be expected from him in the future and more. Be sure to follow HD at @hdbeendope Follow us on social med...
Sep 22, 2022•45 min
HDBeenDope blesses us with an in-studio performance of his new single “Wake Em Up” for "Busy Sessions" Episode 11. Check out Armon's full interview with HD releasing on Thursday, September 22 on all DSPs and YouTube. Be sure to follow HD at @hdbeendope Follow us on social media at @staybusypod and engage with our content here - https://linktr.ee/staybusypod . Subscribe and rate us on all platforms! Tell a friend! Armon Sadler - @armonsadler Nic Earley - @nicearleymusic The HMD Studio - @thehmdst...
Sep 21, 2022•2 min
For "Busy Sessions" Episode 10, Armon is joined by Boston's own Afrobeats sensation Uche Malik for our very first Afrobeats interview. Uche Malik talks growing up in Boston, moving back to Nigeria, his family pushing him to make music, playing the DJ and A&R role before putting out his own music, self-confidence, being robbed in Washington D.C, a near-fatal car accident, Afrobeats dominating the United States music scene, artists not "selling out" by allowing American artists on their homegr...
Sep 15, 2022•42 min
We are hyped to bring you our first ever Afrobeats performance for "Busy Sessions" Episode 10. Massachusetts-based artist Uche Malik pulls up and blesses us with an in-studio performance of "Kolo" off of his latest EP 'Nwa Owerri.' Be sure to check out Armon's full interview with Uche (releasing on Thursday, September 15) on all DSPs and YouTube. Be sure to follow Uche at @uchemalik Follow us on social media at @staybusypod and engage with our content here - https://linktr.ee/staybusypod . Subsc...
Sep 14, 2022•2 min
“Easy Money,” she just pick its up and goes! Rap Sh!t’s Suni MF joins us to discuss being born in Boston, moving to Atlanta, her origins in music, dreaming of being an actress, shooting her shot (don’t be afraid to send that DM!), alignment and God’s plan, missing two flights and ending up on the same one as Issa Rae, female rap, her production company and future goals. It’s a hilarious and insightful talk that you don’t wanna miss. Be sure to follow Suni at @suni.mf Follow us on social media at...
Sep 07, 2022•47 min
Suni MF blesses us with an in-studio performance of her single “Easy Money” for "Busy Sessions" Episode 9. Check out Armon's full interview with Suni releasing on Wednesday, September 7 on all DSPs and YouTube. Be sure to follow Suni at @suni.mf Follow us on social media at @staybusypod and engage with our content here - https://linktr.ee/staybusypod . Subscribe and rate us on all platforms! Tell a friend! Armon Sadler - @armonsadler , Nic Earley - @nicearleymusic The HMD Studio - @thehmdstudio ...
Sep 06, 2022•2 min
Ramón Did! Armon pops back into the studio to review and react to DJ Khaled's 13th studio album 'God Did.' He talks his first introduction to DJ Khaled, how Khaled has grown over the years, his promotional efforts sometimes not matching the quality of music, and finally, the album itself: the highly lauded Jay-Z verse on "God Did," the hit potential of Future and SZA's "Beautiful," and some wishes for some of the featured artists. It's a ride. Follow us on social media at @staybusypod and engage...
Aug 29, 2022•22 min
Will Cherry stops in from Cleveland, Ohio for our latest episode of "Busy Sessions." Armon asks Will about his upbringing, how he found music, releasing his debut album 'Burgundy,' connecting with Baby Tate and Sango, being a perfectionist who oversees the entire musicmaking process, his upcoming album, and what he would put on a Will Cherry Essentials playlist. Be sure to follow Will at @willcherrry Follow us on social media at @staybusypod and engage with our content here - https://linktr.ee/s...
Jul 22, 2022•22 min
Will Cherry blesses us with an in-studio performance of his newest single “ice” for "Busy Sessions" Episode 8. Be sure to check out Armon's full interview with Will (releasing on Friday, July 22) on all DSPs and YouTube. Be sure to follow Will at @willcherrry Follow us on social media at @staybusypod and engage with our content here - https://linktr.ee/staybusypod . Subscribe and rate us on all platforms! Tell a friend! Armon Sadler - @armonsadler Nic Earley - @nicearleymusic The HMD Studio - @t...
Jul 21, 2022•2 min
You might as well call this one The State Of The R&B Union Address. Armon pops back into the studio to assess recent releases from Giveon, Brent Faiyaz and Chris Brown before deep diving the current state of male R&B. He covers topics like the lack of upbeat records, the lack of male-female R&B duets, the words "toxic" and "vibe" and how they are ruining the genre, the lack of true stars, and much more. It's a spirited discussion loaded with laughs and hard truths. Needless to say, N...
Jul 18, 2022•29 min
Armon returns to the Busyverse for a special interview with stars in the making, Coast Contra. Armon talks to Ras, Taj, Rio and Eric about how they came together, their Hip-Hop origins, opening for Dave Chappelle at Hollywood Bowl, contributing to the Queen & Slim soundtrack, performing on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, dream collaborations, favorite verses from one another, and more. Be sure to follow Coast Contra at @coastcontra , Eric at @_ericjamal , Rio at @rioloz , Ras at @ras...
Jun 30, 2022•38 min
Armon steps back into the Busyverse to discuss Drake’s surprise album ‘Honestly, Nevermind.’ He talks some #info he had leading into the album’s release, his initial feelings on the music, Drake leaning into the house genre, things he would have liked to see, the internet’s usual polarizing reactions to Drake being more excessive than usual, the conversation surrounding reclamation of Black Music, and he even touches on the new Beyoncé single “BREAK MY SOUL.” Follow us on social media at @staybu...
Jun 23, 2022•31 min
All good things come to an end. Whether You Like (5:48), CHAT - Drake, Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, SiR, Ella Mai, Bad Bunny and a LONG Jack Harlow talk (9:52) SLIDE DECK - CHERIE - Darius and Darianna Everett (Steve), I’m There - Summer Walker (Armon), and Try Your Fire - Lucky Daye (Nic) (45:52) BOARD MEETING - The guys recap the season, discuss changes for the pod moving forward, and toast to their success (57:42) Follow us on social media at @staybusypod and engage with our content here - h...
May 09, 2022•1 hr 21 min•Season 3Ep. 30
Armon took his vacation energy to Northridge, California to have a conversation with Rob Sherrell (comedian, tour manager for Van Buren Records, creative director of Get Busy Streetwear, and founder of You Had To Be There). They talk growing up in Indiana, majoring in stand up comedy, connecting with Kevin Hart, moving to California, creating through the pandemic, and the main event, his upcoming launch of You Had To Be There, among other things. Follow Rob Sherrell on social media at @robjustjo...
May 06, 2022•48 min
We welcome DJ Nyla Symone to the Busyverse! WHETHER YOU LIKE (5:34). CHAT (12:41) - Megan Thee Stallion, Future album, Kehlani album. SLIDE DECK (38:58) - "Explicit" by Coast Contra (Nyla), "Pick Your Poison" by Blxst and Grandmaster Vic (Nic), "Second Chances" by Kiana Lede and 6LACK (Armon). BOARD MEETING (52:04) - Nyla talks her background, how she got into DJing, navigating the space as a woman, handling rejection, and more. Be sure to follow Nyla everywhere at @nylasymoneee Follow us on soc...
May 02, 2022•1 hr 25 min•Season 3Ep. 29
Armon interviewed LA’s own Fendi Frank back in March about his trip to NYC, growing up in South Central, prioritizing education, transitioning from sports to music, keeping a business mind with the art, balancing authenticity and range as an artist, regional community building, his upcoming project ‘Shawty Tape 3’ and more. Be sure to follow Fendi Frank on IG at @realfendifrank Follow us on social media at @staybusypod and engage with our content here - https://linktr.ee/staybusypod . Subscribe ...
Apr 27, 2022•39 min
Armon goes at it alone again this week! WHETHER YOU LIKE (3:45). CHAT (4:20) - The Hotline opens again! Kendrick Lamar, Vince Staples praise, Pusha T talk. EOTM (10:38) - Dante Nicholas, Photographer and Social Media for UPROXX. SLIDE DECK (10:55) - Majid Jordan “Forget About The Party” and Omah Lay x Justin Bieber “Attention”. BOARD MEETING (17:43) - Armon updates everyone on his LA trip, new job, and gets a fun callback. Follow us on social media at @staybusypod and engage with our content her...
Apr 25, 2022•31 min•Season 3Ep. 28
For the first time ever, Armon goes solo with no guest. WHETHER YOU LIKE (3:37). CHAT (4:56) - Armon calls in Mike George aka DJ Michaelangelo to talk about Drake, Jon Salomon aka King Salomon to talk about Pusha T, Nascent to talk about his Grammy win and experience, his mother to talk about her favorite song at the moment, and Maya of M Divine Delights to talk about Future. He then shares his thoughts on Bas’ EP, Muni Long’s single, and the new Cardi verse. EOTM (29:25) - Dante Nicholas, Photo...
Apr 18, 2022•1 hr•Season 3Ep. 27
This week, the guys are joined by two close friends and extremely talented journalists, Wongo Okon and Jordan Rose! WHETHER YOU LIKE (5:27). CHAT (11:29) - Bia x J. Cole, Jack Harlow, Chloe, Lil Baby, Coi Leray, Syd. EOTM (42:34) - Dante Nicholas, Photographer and Social Media for UPROXX. SLIDE DECK (43:43). TOO BUSY SPELLING - A SPELLING BEE COMPETITION (59:44). BOARD MEETING (1:07:40) - Wongo's and Jordan's early years, their introductions to journalism, their development as writers, how they ...
Apr 11, 2022•2 hr 4 min•Season 3Ep. 26
The guys are joined by Seun and Qua of Active Entertainment Group! Whether You Like (6:08). CHAT (9:21) - The Slap, GRAMMYs, Ella Mai, Kehlani x Justin Bieber, “Peru” Remix, “Finesse” by Pheelz and BNXN, Dreamville Gangsta Grillz tape. EOTM (37:25) - Dante Nicholas, Photographer and Social Media for UPROXX. Slide Deck (37:52). Board Meeting (51:15) - Origins of Active Ent Group, partnering with the right people, handling artists and egos, accomplishments, and what’s next. Be sure to follow Seun ...
Apr 04, 2022•1 hr 35 min•Season 3Ep. 25
We closed off #BadAndBusy month with some 19 Crimes and one legend in HBO’s Brittney Williams! WHETHER YOU LIKE (6:24) CHAT - #ShortKingSpring, Day26, Lollapalooza lineup and Chicago pizza, Summer Walker x SZA x Cardi B - “No Love (Extended)” Latto - ‘777,’ and Koffee - ‘Gifted’. (9:50) EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH - DJ Nyla Symone (28:09) Slide Deck - Lila Ike - “Where I’m Coming From” (Brittney), Gaby Duran - “Babe Truth” (Nic), Soli - “Love Me” (Armon) (29:50) WHICH BRITT IS IT - (39:02) BOARD MEETI...
Mar 28, 2022•1 hr 24 min•Season 3Ep. 24
Everyone needs a...decharge? This week the Busy Boys are joined by one of the hottest DJs in NYC, DJ Steph Cakes and she brought gifts! Shoutout Branson cognac! CHAT - Drake's More Life five-year anniversary discussion, giving flowers to Capella Grey, Nicki Minaj x Coi Leray "Blick Blick," Syd x Lucky Daye "CYBAH," Nic's #ResponsibleRevisit of Lucky Daye's 'Candydrip,' and Normani "Fair." EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH - DJ Nyla Symone! SLIDE DECK - "YCB" by Prada Mama (Steph), "INDECISIVE" by Snoh Aaleg...
Mar 21, 2022•1 hr 20 min•Season 3Ep. 23
For "Busy Sessions" Episode 6 we’re joined by Harlem’s Finest, Mia Jae! We warm up with a game of "What Do You Say, Mia Jae" before discussing growing up in Harlem, acting vs music making, releasing heartbreak music over Valentine’s Day weekend, being protective of your art, and more. She also blessed us with two performances: “Put It On Me” and “Better Man.” Be sure to check those out and follow her on all platforms! Be sure to follow Mia at @miajae Follow us on social media at @staybusypod and...
Mar 17, 2022•37 min
Getting Badder and Busier every week! This episode we are joined by Tamara May of 300 Entertainment and AFTER DARK Room. CHAT - Kanye West, GODMODE, Lucky Daye and Shenseea. EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH - DJ Nyla Symone! SLIDE DECK - "Girl Blunt" by Leikeli47 (Tamara), "RPG" by Kehlani ft. 6LACK (Armon). TELL US TAMARA - Some stories behind the creator. BOARD MEETING - Attending Fordham, Boston University and NYU, grinding to cover shows, opening AFTER DARK, biggest misconceptions working at a label, w...
Mar 14, 2022•1 hr 11 min•Season 3Ep. 22
Kicked #BadAndBusy month off with the homie Miss2Bees! CHAT - Billboard Women in Music recap, festival announcements, upcoming Verzuz documentary, new music from Shenseea and Tiana Major9. EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH - DJ Nyla Symone of Power 105.1, Revolt TV, and more. SLIDE DECK - "Conceited" by Remy Ma (2Bees), "Not The Same" by Tempest (Nic), and "On Guard" by Lauren Jauregui ft. 6LACK. TWO B OR NOT TWO B - Rapid fire guessing game centered around words that have two B's. BOARD MEETING - Miss2Bees...
Mar 07, 2022•1 hr 13 min•Season 3Ep. 21
"Busy Sessions" Episode 5 is blessed by New Jersey’s own Law. We talk women’s empowerment, her VENT series turning fan DMs into songs, her major TikTok presence, music making origins, singing in church, moving from NY to NJ, how all of her life connects to her art, upcoming EP ‘VENT’ dropping March 8th, and much more. Check out her performance of “Over It” on all DSPs and YouTube. Be sure to follow Law at @lawandmusic Follow us on social media at @staybusypod and engage with our content here - h...
Mar 02, 2022•34 min
The Busy Boys are joined by Owner of The HMD Studio, singer-songwriter, co-host of The Need To Know Podcast, and limitless creator Devvon Terrell. CHAT: DJ Akademiks, Megan Thee Stallion and Tory Lanez updates, “Little Story” by Kehlani, ‘God Don’t Make Mistakes’ by Conway Ther Machine, and ‘Ghetto Gods’ by EARTHGANG. EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH: Jameel Raeburn aka Meelz. SLIDE DECK: “Express Yourself” by Labrinth (Devvon), “Now or Never” by The Roots, Phonte and Dice Raw (Nic), “American Dream” by Je...
Feb 28, 2022•1 hr 18 min•Season 3Ep. 20
