QSJ Radio Podcast

Dive deep with us as Doctor Smooth breaks down his journey, his creative process, and what drives his music from the soul of the underground. 🎧🔥

In this episode, MadLuh sits down with Joe Truscott, a UK-based indie singer-songwriter whose raw storytelling and DIY approach reflect a life shaped by work, travel, and persistence. From early songwriting to recording and producing independently, Joe opens up about the realities of staying independent, finding your sound, and creating music that lasts beyond trends. This conversation explores Joe's past influences, present creative process, and future vision — offering an honest look at what it means to build music on your own terms in today's industry. 🎵 Listen & Follow Joe Truscott Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4r6VCuSj75t50l0Jg9c7s5 Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/joe-truscott/1754679554 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@joetruscottmusic Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joetruscottmusic/ 🎙️ Subscribe to QSJ Radio's MadLuh – Digging Up the Underground for more conversations with emerging and unsigned artists from around the world.

In this episode of QSJ Radio's MadLuh: Digging Up the Underground, we sit down with Chicago hip-hop artist Rodes to talk legacy, lyricism, independence, and the grind that shaped his latest work. Rodes opens up about his creative process, the evolution of his sound, his Chicago roots, and what's next for his journey. 🎧 Tap in & support the artist: Linktree: https://linktr.ee/Rodes Official Site: https://rodesonline.net

In this deep-dive episode, we sit down with Hakim THE PHOENIX — singer, songwriter, producer and performer — as he opens up about his journey from Lagos to the global stage, his artistic evolution, and the meaning behind his moniker "THE PHOENIX". We explore themes of identity, reinvention, authenticity, and the power of music to transform. He discusses his latest release "Behind The Mask", how he blends Afro-fusion, pop and R&B into a sound that's both personal and universal, and how he rises again every time he's knocked down. Whether you're a music fan, a creative, or simply someone looking for inspiration — this conversation offers something for you. Instagram: @hakimthephoenix_ — "New Single 'DELUSIONS OF GRANDEUR' Out now on all platforms." Instagram+1 Spotify: Hakim THE PHOENIX on Spotify Spotify Bandcamp: Behind The Mask — Hakim THE PHOENIX Hakim THE PHOENIX Apple Music: Hakim THE PHOENIX on Apple Music Apple Music - Web Player Vimeo (music video): "Delusion of Grandeur" – Hakim THE PHOENIX Vimeo

In this episode, we sit down with breakout artist Applejack, whose debut single "Candy Corn" is already catching ears—and hearts—across platforms. Applejack takes us on a journey from his roots in Boston, through his time at the prestigious Berklee College of Music, to chasing his musical dreams in Nashville with a circle of creative friends. We dive deep into the meaning behind Candy Corn, a song that blends indie soul and storytelling to share a beautifully honest queer love story. Applejack opens up about inspiration, identity, building a sound from scratch, and what it means to be fully authentic in music today. He also gives us a first look at what's next—yes, more music is coming soon. Whether you're an artist, music lover, or someone who appreciates stories from the underground, this interview is full of heart, humor, and raw creative energy. 🍬🎶 Listen now and discover an artist worth keeping on repeat. Connect with Applejack: https://linktr.ee/yeehawapplejack