This episode will uncover what's been going on with me over the past few months as I have been less consistent with podding and content creation. I have come back from Vancouver feeling renewed and I WILL create consistently again. This is the soft-launch but don't tell anybody yet! Keep it on the low.  I missed you all and new episodes on Tuesdays!! Taste Tester:  Maeta - Teen Scene (Feat. Buddy) [Prod. Kaytranada] Also some of my socials, subscribe to my YouTube channel! IG: @naotowakabayashi @naotosinterlude YouTube: @Naoto's Interlude Twitter: @NaotoDeNiiro Spotify: Naoto Niiro Apple Music: @wakabae --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/naoto-wakabayashi/support

Naoto's Interlude Podcast: "Fill-In-The-Blank"

Episode 35 | Minor Step-Back For Major Comeback

I am BACK with the interviews and I have a very special guest for this episode: my homie Thom! He founded a collective called Grimey is a collective centred around music, art, and fashion. The brand pulls from Thom's love for Punk, Hip Hop, and inclusivity. Also their clothing is fire too. Trippie Redd and Denzel Curry have been spotted donning Grimey threads. If you want valuable insight on how to start your own brand or collective and how to thrive in your scene, tap in! https://grimeymtl.com https://grimey.store/ --------------------------------------------------- Follow Thom: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grimelord_ Follow Grimey: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grimeymtl Follow Pat: Instagram: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p_shway Follow Naoto: Instagram: https://bit.ly/naotow Twitter: https://twitter.com/NaotoDeNiiro Apple Music:https://music.apple.com/profile/wakabae Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2TzPgvb --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/naoto-wakabayashi/support

Interlude Interviews Episode 7: Thom, Founder of GrimeyMTL

In this episode, I talk about simping, Chris D'Elia, and performative activism. Hope you all enjoy the episode and the music featured on it! Taste Testers: "Fav" - Justine Skye "June" - Jhyve "Weird Fishes" - Lianne La Havas Bail Funds and Causes You Should Pay Attention to: Dramerius Jeffries' GoFundMe: https://gofundme.com/f/dqj039s-court-and-legal-fees General List for Bail Funds!: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1X4-YS3vFn5CLL9QtJSU0xqmTh_h8XilXgOqGAjZISBI/preview?pru=AAABcpI8sL8*U3y0xSKOUZk3FU6eO3lUHA Also some of my socials, subscribe to my YouTube channel! IG: @naotowakabayashi @naotosinterlude YouTube: @Naoto's Interlude Twitter: @NaotoDeNiiro Spotify: Naoto Niiro  Apple Music: @wakabae --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/naoto-wakabayashi/support

Episode 34 | Wear A Mask, It's Not Political

In this episode, I talk about simping, Chris D'Elia, and performative activism. Hope you all enjoy the episode and the music featured on it! Taste Testers: "Fav" - Justine Skye "June" - Jhyve "Weird Fishes" - Lianne La Havas Bail Funds and Causes You Should Pay Attention too: Dramerius Jeffries' GoFundMe: https://gofundme.com/f/dqj039s-court-and-legal-fees General List for Bail Funds!: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1X4-YS3vFn5CLL9QtJSU0xqmTh_h8XilXgOqGAjZISBI/preview?pru=AAABcpI8sL8*U3y0xSKOUZk3FU6eO3lUHA Also some of my socials, subscribe to my YouTube channel! IG: @naotowakabayashi @naotosinterlude YouTube: @Naoto's Interlude Twitter: @NaotoDeNiiro Spotify: Naoto Niiro  Apple Music: @wakabae --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/naoto-wakabayashi/support

WHAT IS GOOD! It's been a while. This is the 33rd episode, NOT THE 31ST. I cannot believe I made this mistake but it is what it is. While I have your attention I've included a link to a cause that I think needs more funding and support. Crystal Mason is currently imprisoned for casting a ballot when she was unaware that she couldn't and was not informed she couldn't at the ballot. She is serving a harsh 5 year sentence. But here are the links below: Crystal Mason's Petition: https://www.change.org/p/greg-abbott-pardon-black-woman-imprisoned-for-voting?signed=true Crystal Mason's GoFundMe: https://www.gofundme.com/f/justice4crystal?fbclid=IwAR3Mzf33UXj4L0rmZltOUugi5UVSMUcA1VeEK4GwTIMj201Uu3U4sMb2n7s In this episode I talk about BLM and a good chunk of what's been going on lately around the world. Hope you enjoy this episode and I will see you all VERY soon. I promise. I won't go on a two month break this time!!! Also some of my socials, subscribe to my YouTube channel! IG: @naotowakabayashi @naotosinterlude YouTube: @Naoto's Interlude Twitter: @NaotoDeNiiro Spotify: @niiroshima Apple Music: @wakabae --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/naoto-wakabayashi/support

Episode 33 | 31?? How??

In this episode I'm joined by Naoto's Interlude alumnus, Patrick Richards! He just returned to Montreal and since we're taking social distancing mad serious, we created an episode with video chat. We discussed the implications of this quarantine ting, how post secondary institutions are handing everything, forced long distant relationships with your quaranting and much much more!  Follow him on socials to see some of his creative film projects over on IG: @prichards_pro @p_shway  Also some of my socials, subscribe to my YouTube channel! IG: @naotowakabayashi @naotosinterlude YouTube: @Naoto's Interlude Twitter: @NaotoDeNiiro Spotify: @niiroshima Apple Music: @wakabae --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/naoto-wakabayashi/support

Episode 32 | Remote (Feat. Patrick Richards)

This is the 30th instalment of Naoto's Interlude and in this episode I discuss the quarantine live and direct from my bedroom. I talk about my daily routine, selfish people not taking social distancing serious, and taking advantage of growth during this time. This episode's energy was dope, hope you enjoy! Taste Testers:  Alextbh - Superstore Bloom - bLAck pARty Iri - 24-25 Socials: IG: naotowakabayashi Twitter: naotodeniiro Apple Music: wakabae Spotify: niiroshima --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/naoto-wakabayashi/support

Episode 30 | Quarantingz

I recorded this episode in my bedroom on Monday night so I kept this one short! I talk about positivity, overcoming Monday slumps, where I'm at, and the importance of perspective.  Hope you enjoy this episode!  Taste Testers: (these are SO fire and lowkey btw ?) Chasing Feelings - Sakura Over 85 - Hojean --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/naoto-wakabayashi/support

Episode 30 | Bedroom Pod

Back back like I never left. Episode 29 you know what it is. Naoto’s Interlude is BACK. This week I give a general update with what’s been going on with the CONTENT. I also discuss Young MA’s beef with the whole genre of R&B, URL’s rap battle event last weekend, and MORE. I also talk about a crazy night of watching 070 Shake perform and partying with (around?) Kaytranada. YT Content drops a couple days after this pod has dropped. Stay tuned! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/naoto-wakabayashi/support

Episode 29 | I admit I admit it... I messed up!

What is good everyone! In this episode I talk about Oscars 2020, Parasite, Kobe's tragic passing, and why I'm excited for the end of cuffing season. So sit back and enjoy this new new episode of my interlude podcast. Got some interviews coming as well!! Taste Testers: Tu - Maye My Girl - Kan Sano how will i rest in peace if i'm buried by a highway // - KennyHoopla --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/naoto-wakabayashi/support

Naoto's Interlude: Cuffing SZN wins the Oscar for...... | Episode 28

This is the first episode of 2020 aka the first episode of the decade! In this episode I break down my move to Montreal, my new job, these new releases, and why I've held back on rebounds for the last couple of months. This is a good one, so you do not want to miss out! Also shouts out to my boy Ruslan for providing the intro track in the beginning. You can find sounds for your creative projects at skyfallsound.com Taste Tester: A Muse - dvsn Rocketship - 070 Shake Ciscero - Good To Know (feat. Masego, Kp & Ambriia) Moneybagg Yo - U Played (Lil Baby) IG: @naotowakabayashi @naotosinterlude YouTube: Naoto's Interlude Twitter: NaotoDeNiiro TikTok: @naotoniiro --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/naoto-wakabayashi/support

Episode 27 | Same Hunger, Different Decade | First Episode of 2020

In this episode, I interviewed Teon Gibbs! He is a Vancouver artist creating dope vibey music, founded the 100 Collective, and organized an artist showcase with one of the highest attendances for a Vancouver showcase in 2019. He came by the Don't Doze studio and we discussed his recent headlining show called 100Fest, his growth as an artist, nut ass ex-girlfriends, and more!  You can also find this video on my YouTube channel called Naoto's Interlude. IG: @teongibbs100 @the100collective @naotowakabayashi @naotosinterlude Twitter: @teongibbs @NaotoDeNiiro Subscribe to my podcasting page and if you could leave a review, I will appreciate you eternally!! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/naoto-wakabayashi/support

Interlude Interview Ep. 6: Teon Gibbs

In this special instalment I am joined by the two and only, Tong Twins aka Aidan + Josh. They will be tour-de-force in the entertainment and will be debuting their podcast for Fall 2020. This is only a sneak peak in the meantime!! We discuss HEAVY issues involving racism, war crimes, and discrimination with some humor on the side. This was supposed to be completely humorous I promise you! Socials!!: IG: @naotowakabayashi @naotosinterlude Twitter: @NaotoDeNiiro --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/naoto-wakabayashi/support

Naoto's Interlude: Tings w/ the Tong Twins | Episode 26

In this fifth instalment of this interview series, I interview the talented and rising star, Jade Monet. Hailing from Half Moon Bay, she made her way to the mainland to pursue her career in music. Recently she assembled a team to take her to the next level. In this conversation we discuss how she is currently navigating through the industry, her recent EP release Awake and Dreaming, the 2019 album of the year, and current artists she is looking out for!  We also discuss her adventures through LA, Atlanta, and Toronto; and how these places shaped her sound, networks, and career development. You are in for an AMAZING episode so sit back and enjoy.  SOCIALS: IG: @lovejademonet @naotowakabayashi YouTube: Jade Monet Naoto's Interlude Twitter: @lovejademonet @NaotoDeNiiro --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/naoto-wakabayashi/support

Interlude Interviews #5: Jade Monet | Building Your Career in a Developing Music Scene

This is the 25th instalment of the Fill-in.... Hold up, is that..... A NAME CHANGE?? Well yes, yes it is. It's now known as Naoto's Interlude Podcast formerly known as the Fill-In-The-Blank Interlude Podcast. This episode I am joined by a good homie, a special homie named Rufaro Mupanguri. He is your guy if you're trying to talk business, data, and finances. He is ALSO your guy if you're trying to talk music, sports, and the culture. In this rendition we discuss Future being the Beyonce for men, TI's debacle involving his daughter, the Raptors, student loans, and entrepreneurship. We talk a lot of shit but there's an equal amount of jewels you could get from this. So sit back, open your pineal gland, and enjoy this episode. Socials: IG: @rufxro @naotowakabayashi @naotosinterlude YouTube: Naoto's Interlude (Subscribe!) Twitter: NaotoDeNiiro --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/naoto-wakabayashi/support

Naoto's Interlude Ep. 25 (Feat. Rufaro Mupanguri!) | Future the Toxic King!

Hosted by yours truly, Naoto Wakabayashi, Naoto's Interlude Podcast takes deep-dives on everything revolving around hip hop, R&B, and life from the perspective of an apologetically unapologetic dude. Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/naoto-wakabayashi/support

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