Welcome to Behind the Mic! Not only do we aim to give you the rundown and inside scoop on some of your beloved artists, but we also might even make you laugh! Stick around and tune in every other Monday to hear Jaleesa Mooney share how some of your favorite artists came to be and ramble on about whatever is currently trending.
this week we dove into the life of Dolly Parton.credits: grunge.com, wikipedia.comgive us a follow on Instagram: @behind.themic! if you have a story to share, an artist to submit, or just something on your mind.... shoot us an email: behindthemicmail@gmail.combehind the mic is hosted and produced by jaleesa money. for sponsorship inquiries, please email behindthemicmail@gmail.com
this week we change things up a bit with offtrack. tune in and learn about jaleesa's move to NYC, the horrible dating scene in the city, and how she keeps going!give us a follow on Instagram: @behind.themic! if you have a story to share, an artist to submit, or just something o your mind.... shoot us an email: behindthemicmail@gmail.combehind the mic is hosted and produced by jaleesa money. for sponsorship inquiries, please email behindthemicmail@gmail.com
this week we dove into the life of Kurt Cobain. credits: biography.com, hbomax documentary: kurt cobain montage of heckgive us a follow on Instagram: @behind.themic! if you have a story to share, an artist to submit, or just something on your mind... shoot us an email: behindthemicmail@gmail.combehind the mic is hosted and produced by jaleesa mooney. for sponsorship inquiries, please email behindthemicmail@gmail.com
dive into the life story of labi siffre, the songwriter, musician, singer, poet, and so much more. his impact on the music industry has a great impact than you might think...credits: wikipedia.com, theguardian, intothelight.infogive us a follow on Instagram: @behind.themic! if you have a story to share, an artist to submit, or just something on your mind… shoot us an email: behindthemicmail@gmail.combehind the mic is hosted and produced by jaleesa mooney. for sponsorship inquiries, please email behindthemicmail@gmail.com.
Big thank you to SAGE for taking the time to sit down & chat with us! Keep up with her below:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thatsingersage/?hl=enTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thatsingersageHomesick Feelin': https://snd.click/hdmogsnSend your submissions to behindthemicmail@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram @behind.themic to stay up to date and check out the photos for this episode. We love chatting with you through social media & would love to hear your feedback and suggestions! Behind the Mic posts new episodes every other Monday on Spotify and Apple Music. Subscribe now so you never miss an episode!
This week we are sharing the life of Bo Burnham. You may have seen his comedy specials, or maybe even his Youtube videos, but here is your chance to get to know Bo! We hope you enjoy it as much as we did!Send your submissions to behindthemicmail@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram @behind.themic to stay up to date and check out the photos for this episode. We love chatting with you through social media & would love to hear your feedback and suggestions! Behind the Mic posts new episodes every other Monday on Spotify and Apple Music. Subscribe now so you never miss an episode!Credits: Wikipedia.com & Youtube.com As well as Insider (https://www.insider.com/bo-burnhams-career-bio-facts-to-know-2021-6)
Calling all my Barbz, Babes, and Babe-ettes! This week we dived into the Starships, overcame a few Monsters, and even celebrated the Roman Holiday with NICKI MINAJ!We are so excited to share her story and get to know more about our beloved Sagittarius Rap Queen.Send your submissions to behindthemicmail@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram @behind.themic to stay up to date and check out the photos for this episode. We love chatting with you through social media & would love to hear your feedback and suggestions! Behind the Mic posts new episodes every other Monday on Spotify and Apple Music. Subscribe now so you never miss an episode!Credits: wikipedia, thelist.com, nickiswift.com(clips: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OstWDdQ0JyY & https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OstWDdQ0JyY)
Tune in and celebrate one year of Behind the Mic with Jaleesa as we catch up on Kanye West and take a look back at our first ever episode! Thank you to everyone for an amazing year together, can't wait to celebrate many more!Send your submissions to behindthemicmail@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram @behind.themic to stay up to date and check out the photos for this episode. We love chatting with you through social media & would love to hear your feedback and suggestions! Behind the Mic posts new episodes every other Monday on Spotify and Apple Music. Subscribe now so you never miss an episode!
Surprise! In this special release, we sat down and opened up with OSTON about her musical journey and upcoming releases! Big thank you to her for taking the time to chat with us! Keep up with her here: Instagram: OSTONmusic (https://www.instagram.com/ostonmusic/)Twitter: OSTONMUSIC (https://twitter.com/OSTONMUSIC)Website: https://www.ostonmusic.com/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4PR77KtW5drJXCsqcyfuzJ?si=qiioxdIsTVCos6dAuF56ZQApple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/oston/1437582601Follow us on Instagram @behind.themic to stay up to date and check out the photos for this episode. We love chatting with you through social media & would love to hear your feedback and suggestions! Behind the Mic posts new episodes every other Monday on Spotify and Apple Music. Subscribe now so you never miss an episode!Send your submissions to behindthemicmail@gmail.com
This week we got to sit down with MAYLYN (@i_am_maylyn_) & learned more about how she got her start in music! Tune in and hear the inside scoop about her up-and-coming releases!Send your submissions to behindthemicmail@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram @behind.themic to stay up to date and check out the photos for this episode. We love chatting with you through social media & would love to hear your feedback and suggestions! Behind the Mic posts new episodes every other Monday on Spotify and Apple Music. Subscribe now so you never miss an episode!
Uncover Amy Whinehouse with Jaleesa this week and get to know more about the London born sensation. Amy truly left an impression on the industry that will last forever, she was so beautiful and we are so honored to share some of her story.Send your submissions to behindthemicmail@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram @behind.themic to stay up to date and check out the photos for this episode. We love chatting with you through social media & would love to hear your feedback and suggestions! Behind the Mic posts new episodes every other Monday on Spotify and Apple Music. Subscribe now so you never miss an episode!Credits: WIkipedia.com, Stluciastar.com, Britannica.com, Thesun.com, and Vogue.__________________________________________________________________
This week we dive into the life of Snoop Dogg! Tune in and get to know all about Calvin Broadus and his rise to fame.Send your submissions to behindthemicmail@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram @behind.themic to stay up to date and check out the photos for this episode. We love chatting with you through social media & would love to hear your feedback and suggestions! Behind the Mic posts new episodes every other Monday on Spotify and Apple Music. Subscribe now so you never miss an episode!Youtube: Credits: Wikipedia.com, Encyclopedia.com, Liveabout.com, and Hiphopscriptures.com
This week we step into the life of Kendrick Lamar Duckworth and get to know more about the revolutionary rapper from Compton. Tune in and learn about how he went from a straight-A "loner" to a household name in a matter of years.Send your submissions to behindthemicmail@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram @behind.themic to stay up to date and check out the photos for this episode. We love chatting with you through social media & would love to hear your feedback and suggestions! Behind the Mic posts new episodes every other Monday on Spotify and Apple Music. Subscribe now so you never miss an episode!Credits: Krystin Vidal
This week we have a ~special~ release featuring Mia Giovina. We got to chat and talk about her debut single "Sirens" which is set to release Friday, March 26th. Listen and get to know more about this rising artist. This week we have a ~special~ release featuring Mia Giovina. We got to chat and talk about her debut single "Sirens" which is set to release Friday, March 26th. Tune in and get to know about her self-discovery through music and her ambitions about the future ahead!Mia's Socials:Instagram: @miagiovinaTwitter: @miagiovinasTik Tok: @badgirlmiimiiSend your submissions to behindthemicmail@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram @behind.themic to stay up to date and check out the photos for this episode. We love chatting with you through social media & would love to hear your feedback and suggestions! Behind the Mic posts new episodes every other Monday on Spotify and Apple Music. Subscribe now so you never miss an episode!
This week we dived into the life of David Bowie. Get to know about The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust, the evolution of Bowie & how he impacted the glam rock world.Send your submissions to behindthemicmail@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram @behind.themic to stay up to date and check out the photos for this episode. We love chatting with you through social media & would love to hear your feedback and suggestions! Behind the Mic posts new episodes every other Monday on Spotify and Apple Music. Subscribe now so you never miss an episode!Credits: Marieclaire.uk, davidbowienews.com, rollingstone.com, wikipedia.com
This week... it's Britney Bitch.Tune in as we deep dive into the life of Britney Jean Spears and learn about her upbringing and all the events that lead us here to protest FREE BRITNEY. This is not your typical episode. But I promise you won't want to miss it!Send your submissions to behindthemicmail@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram @behind.themic to stay up to date and check out the photos for this episode. We love chatting with you through social media & would love to hear your feedback and suggestions! Behind the Mic posts new episodes every other Monday on Spotify and Apple Music. Subscribe now so you never miss an episode!Credits: wikipedia.com, rollingstone.com, people.com, theguardian.com. womenshealthmag.com, Framing Britney Spears Documentary, and the Even the Rich podcast.
Dive into this week's episode and have a Lovely Day with Jaleesa Mooney as she presents the relatively short but impactful career of Bill Withers. Send your submissions to behindthemicmail@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram @behind.themic to stay up to date and check out the photos for this episode. We love chatting with you through social media & would love to hear your feedback and suggestions! Behind the Mic posts new episodes every other Monday on Spotify and Apple Music.Subscribe now so you never miss an episode! Credits: wikipedia.com, bill withers.com, rollingstone.com, audiophilestyle.com
To kick off your new year (a month later), we are bringing in the big guns and entering the One Directioner fandom, and presenting to you, Harry Styles! Tune in to learn more about the Kiwi artist and how he went from a boy in a bakery to a star overnight!Follow us on Instagram @behind.themic to stay up to date and check out the photos for this episode. We love chatting with you through social media & would love to hear your feedback and suggestions! Behind the Mic posts new episodes every other Monday on Spotify and Apple Music. Subscribe now so you never miss an episode!Created and Produced by Jaleesa MooneyCredits for this episode are given to: Wikipedia.com, Enews.com, Seventeen.com, Onedirection.fandom.com, Insider.com and Eonline.com
Tune in this week as we wrap up Season One with the Christmas Angel herself, Mariah Carey! Thank you to everyone who has supported Behind the Mic this early on! We wouldn't be anywhere without you!Sit back and enjoy, we will see you next year!Follow us on Instagram @behind.themic to stay up to date and check out the photos for this episode. We love chatting with you through social media & would love to hear your feedback and suggestions! Behind the Mic posts new episodes every other Monday on Spotify and Apple Music. Subscribe now so you never miss an episode!
The episode you all have been waiting for... Hope Frazier is back! This week we dive into Megan Mania and obsess over new releases from the fairly-beloved & other stars you know and love! Tune in and get to know The Stallion.Follow us on Instagram @behind.themic to stay up to date and check out the photos for this episode. We *try* to post hints every week and would love to hear your feedback and suggestions! Behind the Mic posts new episodes every Monday on Spotify and Apple Music. Subscribe now so you never miss an episode!
Sit down with Olivia King and Jaleesa Mooney this week and learn all about her musical journey! This is unlike any episode we've had before, you don't want to miss it.Follow us on Instagram @behind.themic to stay up to date and check out the photos for this episode. We *try* to post hints every week and would love to hear your feedback and suggestions! Behind the Mic posts new episodes every Monday on Spotify and Apple Music. Subscribe now so you never miss an episode!
We're comin' out and we want the world to know! Did you get the joke? Tune in and get to know Diana Ross... or as you will soon learn to be: Diane. Follow us on Instagram @behind.themic to stay up to date and check out the photos for this episode. We *try* to post hints every week and would love to hear your feedback and suggestions! Behind the Mic posts new episodes every Monday on Spotify and Apple Music. Subscribe now so you never miss an episode!
Tune in this week as we look into the life of John Lennon. We get to know him before and after Beatle Mania and learn more about his contributions to music until the final few years of his life. Imagine 2020 with John Lennon? He would be so ashamed.Follow us on Instagram @behind.themic to stay up to date and check out the photos for this episode. We *try* to post hints every week and would love to hear your feedback and suggestions! Behind the Mic posts new episodes every Monday on Spotify and Apple Music. Subscribe now so you never miss an episode!
Check out this week's episode as we uncover notable, glamorous, America singer-songwriter, Lana Del Rey, came to be. Can you believe we are on Episode 15? Absolute nonsense!Follow us on Instagram @behind.themic to stay up to date and check out the photos for this episode. We *try* to post hints every week and would love to hear your feedback and suggestions! Behind the Mic posts new episodes every Monday on Spotify and Apple Music. Subscribe now so you never miss an episode!
This week we got to know how Cherilyn Sarkisian became Cher, the Goddess of Pop. Walkthrough her childhood and early career years with us and uncover the path to becoming a pop star. Follow us on Instagram @behind.themic to stay up to date and check out the photos for this episode. We *try* to post hints every week and would love to hear your feedback and suggestions! Behind the Mic posts new episodes every Monday on Spotify and Apple Music. Subscribe now so you never miss an episode!
This week we cover the rise and fall of the Notorious B.I.G. Listen as we walk through his childhood and endure the environment that turned Christopher Wallace into a big-time rapper aka Biggie Smalls. Follow us on Instagram @behind.themic to stay up to date and check out the photos for this episode. We *try* to post hints every week and would love to hear your feedback and suggestions! Behind the Mic posts new episodes every Monday on Spotify and Apple Music. Subscribe now so you never miss an episode!
This week we discuss the life story of the Queen Bee herself, Mrs. Beyonce Knowles Carter. Did you know she got her first time in the spotlight on Star Search while apart of the girl's group, Girls Tyme? Tune in as we discuss how this DIVA turned into a Grown Woman.Follow us on Instagram @behind.themic to stay up to date and check out the photos for this episode. We *try* to post hints every week and would love to hear your feedback and suggestions! Behind the Mic posts new episodes every Monday on Spotify and Apple Music. Subscribe now so you never miss an episode!
This week we got to take a look into the life story of Whitney Houston. How did this legendary artist grow into? Tune in to learn more about her upbringing, the successful artist she came to be, and many personal life moments before her sudden passing. Follow us on Instagram @behind.themic to stay up to date and check out the photos for this episode. We *try* to post hints every week and would love to hear your feedback and suggestions! Behind the Mic posts new episodes every Monday on Spotify and Apple Music. Subscribe now so you never miss an episode!
This week we got to unravel the life story of Dwayne Carter aka Lil Wayne. Learn about his rough upbringing and how he overcame many obstacles while on his way to becoming Weezy F Baby.Follow us on Instagram @behind.themic to stay up to date and check out the photos for this episode. We *try* to post hints every week and would love to hear your feedback and suggestions! Behind the Mic posts new episodes every Monday on Spotify and Apple Music. Subscribe now so you never miss an episode!
Get to know Freddie Mercury with us this week! Tune in to this episode to learn about his upbringing and how the man came to be apart of QUEEN!Follow us on Instagram @behind_themic to stay up to date and check out the photos for this episode. We *try* to post hints every week, and would love to hear your feedback and suggestions! Behind the Mic posts new episodes EVERY Monday on Spotify and Apple Music. Subscribe now so you never miss an episode.
This week we got to do a deep-dive into the life of Toni Michelle Braxton. We learned how she grew up with little to nothing but was able to develop into a successful Grammy-winning American R&B singer, songwriter and so much more! She is a strong individual, and we are so happy to be sharing her story!Follow us on Instagram @behind_themic to stay up to date and check out the photos for this episode. We *try* to post hints every week, and would love to hear your feedback and suggestions! Behind the Mic posts new episodes EVERY Monday on Spotify and Apple Music. Subscribe now so you never miss an episode.
What turns a hopeful future wedding planner into an actor, singer, rapper, producer, director, movie star and SO much more? This week we look into the life of Donald Glover. But you may know him better as Childish Gambino. The origin story of this artist is like no others that we have covered before! Be ready for your mind to be blown.Follow us on Instagram @behind.themic to stay up to date and check out the photos for this episode. We *try* to post hints every week, and would love to hear your feedback and suggestions! Behind the Mic posts new episodes EVERY Monday on Spotify and Apple Music. Subscribe now so you never miss an episode!
What happened to the legendary singer that redefined Latin Music as we know it? This week we step inside the life of the late Selena Quintanilla, a true Tejano icon that was taken too soon. We discuss the rise of her music career, her secret wedding, her ongoing success and the fall of a friendship that would cost Selena her life. Follow us on Instagram: @behind.themic to stay up to date and check out the photos for this episode. We *try* to post hints every week, and would love to hear your feedback and suggestions! Behind the Mic posts new episodes EVERY Monday on Spotify and Apple Music. Subscribe now so you never miss an episode.
This week we got to know how the late Prince Rogers Nelson came to be the legendary "Prince". We unfold his promising childhood and follow along his journey of success that led him to be known as a genre-bending pop star. Tune in and check out the photos for this episode on our Instagram @behind.themic :) We *try* to post hints every week, and would love to hear your feedback and suggestions! Behind the Mic provides you NEW episodes every MONDAY on Spotify & Apple Music. Subscribe now so you never miss an episode!
We got to take a deep dive look into the life of the man on the moon... Mr. Kid Cudi himself. We discovered what made Scott Mescudi -> Kid Cudi and followed along the journey of his music career and discuss the contributions he has made regarding the stigmas of mental health within hip hop.This is Behind the Mic. Tune in for new episodes every Monday and be sure to follow our Instagram @behind.themic for more!
This week we got to look into the story of Adam Aminé Daniel. Homeboy likes to live a private life so enjoy this mini-sode, there's still many things to love about him! If you haven’t checked out our Instagram yet, you’re missing out. We post hints every week and love to hear your feedback and suggestions! Follow us @behind.themic
Today we uncovered how Rico Nasty rose to fame and quickly became the genre-bending artist she is known as today. Tune in to hear the inspirations that not only contribute to the sounds of Tacobella, but to also learn how she stayed strong during her toughest moments. If not for her, then stay to hear our first guest speaker, Hope Frazier! She blesses us with her presence and her two cents. We are so lucky to have her appear on this week’s episode of Behind the Mic! But wait! If you haven’t checked out our Instagram yet, you’re missing out. We post hints every week and love to hear your feedback and suggestions! Follow us @behind.themic
What does it take to become a God? This week we cover the early beginnings of Kanye West and how he developed into the legendary rapper, producer, fashion designer, and now turned Christian artist he is today. Welcome to Before the Mic! New episodes will be posted every Monday. Tune in and get an inside scoop on lives of music legends.