The Rak-Su Podcast

Welcome to the Rak-Su Podcast brought to you by the 2017 X Factor winners, Jamal, Miles and Ashley. Join the boys in the studio each week as they discuss what it is really like to be working musicians making a living in the music game. This week on the show Rak-Su discusses Myles' experiences on I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! He tells us what it was like to be on the show and talks about what happened behind the scenes. Ashley and Jamaal ask what Myles got from appearing on I'm a Celebrity as well as what other reality TV shows they would all like to appear on.On this episode you will hear about:Myles experiences on I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! Who Myles was closest to in the showWhat reality TV shows Rak-Su would like to be on For more information on what is shared in this episode head to https://www.raksu-official.com/ and you like what you hear, make sure you rate, review and subscribe on Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your podcastsThe Rak-Su podcast is making waves as the band reveal all regarding what really goes on behind the scenes of TV talent shows, what it was like to win the biggest music contest in the world and pulling back the curtain on what actually happened in the fall out between the band's record label and their management which eventually led to the boys going independent! The boys share the journey from being gigging musicians, to playing Wembley Stadium, releasing smash hit singles like Dimelo, I Want To Freak You, I'm Feeling You to sharing the stage with musical icons like Wyclef. This is a show that shares the real story of the real music industry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the Rak-Su Podcast brought to you by the 2017 X Factor winners, Jamal, Miles and Ashley. Join the boys in the studio each week as they discuss what it is really like to be working musicians making a living in the music game. This week on the show Rak Su talked about their trip to Jamaal's home country Barbados. Jamaal shares his eye opening experience of what it is like flying with Myles. Ashley speaks about what the holiday was like for him and what he usually gets up to when he is abroad. Rak Su also share comical stories about things that happened on their holiday.On this episode you will hear about: Their journey to BarbadosWhat they did in BarbadosWhere they might go on holiday nextFor more information on what is shared in this episode head to https://www.raksu-official.com/ and you like what you hear, make sure you rate, review and subscribe on Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your podcastsThe Rak Su podcast is making waves as the band reveal all regarding what really goes on behind the scenes of TV talent shows, what it was like to win the biggest music contest in the world and pulling back the curtain on what actually happened in the fall out between the band's record label and their management which eventually led to the boys going independent! The boys share the journey from being gigging musicians, to playing Wembley Stadium, releasing smash hit singles like Dimelo, I Want To Freak You, I'm Feeling You to sharing the stage with musical icons like Wyclef. This is a show that shares the real story of the real music industry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the Rak-Su Podcast brought to you by the 2017 X Factor winners, Jamal, Miles and Ashley. Join the boys in the studio each week as they discuss what it is really like to be working musicians making a living in the music game. This week on the show Rak-Su discusses Myles' experiences on I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! He tells us what it was like to be on the show and talks about what happened behind the scenes. Ashley and Jamaal ask what Myles got from appearing on I'm a Celebrity as well as what other reality TV shows they would all like to appear on.On this episode you will hear about:Myles experiences on I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! Who Myles was closest to in the showWhat reality TV shows Rak-Su would like to be on For more information on what is shared in this episode head to https://www.raksu-official.com/ and you like what you hear, make sure you rate, review and subscribe on Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your podcastsThe Rak-Su podcast is making waves as the band reveal all regarding what really goes on behind the scenes of TV talent shows, what it was like to win the biggest music contest in the world and pulling back the curtain on what actually happened in the fall out between the band's record label and their management which eventually led to the boys going independent! The boys share the journey from being gigging musicians, to playing Wembley Stadium, releasing smash hit singles like Dimelo, I Want To Freak You, I'm Feeling You to sharing the stage with musical icons like Wyclef. This is a show that shares the real story of the real music industry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the Rak-Su Podcast brought to you by the 2017 X Factor winners, Jamal, Miles and Ashley. Join the boys in the studio each week as they discuss what it is really like to be working musicians making a living in the music game. This week on the show Rak-Su discusses Myles' experiences on I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! He tells us what it was like to be on the show and talks about what happened behind the scenes. Ashley and Jamaal ask what Myles got from appearing on I'm a Celebrity as well as what other reality TV shows they would all like to appear on.On this episode you will hear about:Myles experiences on I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! Who Myles was closest to in the showWhat reality TV shows Rak-Su would like to be on For more information on what is shared in this episode head to https://www.raksu-official.com/ and you like what you hear, make sure you rate, review and subscribe on Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your podcastsThe Rak=Su podcast is making waves as the band reveal all regarding what really goes on behind the scenes of TV talent shows, what it was like to win the biggest music contest in the world and pulling back the curtain on what actually happened in the fall out between the band's record label and their management which eventually led to the boys going independent! The boys share the journey from being gigging musicians, to playing Wembley Stadium, releasing smash hit singles like Dimelo, I Want To Freak You, I'm Feeling You to sharing the stage with musical icons like Wyclef. This is a show that shares the real story of the real music industry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the Rak-Su Podcast brought to you by the 2017 X Factor winners, Jamal, Miles and Ashley. Join the boys in the studio each week as they discuss what it is really like to be working musicians making a living in the music game. This week on the show Rak-Su discuss Myles being on “I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here!” From spiders to snakes and bush tucker trials Ashley and Jamaal ask Myles all of the questions they have always wanted to ask him about his time in the jungle. On this episode you will hear about: What it was like being on I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here!How he got over his fear of spidersThe good and bad parts of coming out the jungle and how it changed him What he did when he left the jungleFor more information on what is shared in this episode head to https://www.raksu-official.com/ and you like what you hear, make sure you rate, review and subscribe on Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your podcastsThe Rak-Su podcast is making waves as the band reveal all regarding what really goes on behind the scenes of TV talent shows, what it was like to win the biggest music contest in the world and pulling back the curtain on what actually happened in the fall out between the band's record label and their management which eventually led to the boys going independent! The boys share the journey from being gigging musicians, to playing Wembley Stadium, releasing smash hit singles like Dimelo, I Want To Freak You, I'm Feeling You to sharing the stage with musical icons like Wyclef. This is a show that shares the real story of the real music industry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the Rak-Su Podcast brought to you by the 2017 X Factor winners, Jamaal, Myles and Ashley. Join the boys in the studio each week as they discuss what it is really like to be working musicians making a living in the music game. This week on the show Rak Su discuss Ashely's recent boxing match and how his tactics worked out against his opponent.Jamaal and Myles speak about what their thoughts were on Ashely's fighting and discuss if either of them would ever get in the ring. On this episode you will hear about: Ashley winning his boxing matchMyles thoughts on the fightJamaal's view of the match up between Ashley & Big TobzFor more information on what is shared in this episode head to https://www.raksu-official.com/ and you like what you hear, make sure you rate, review and subscribe on Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your podcastsThe Rak Su podcast is making waves as the band reveal all regarding what really goes on behind the scenes of TV talent shows, what it was like to win the biggest music contest in the world and pulling back the curtain on what actually happened in the fall out between the band's record label and their management which eventually led to the boys going independent! The boys share the journey from being gigging musicians, to playing Wembley Stadium, releasing smash hit singles like Dimelo, I Want To Freak You, I'm Feeling You to sharing the stage with musical icons like Wyclef. This is a show that shares the real story of the real music industry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the Rak-Su Podcast brought to you by the 2017 X Factor winners, Jamaal, Myles and Ashley. Join the boys in the studio each week as they discuss what it is really like to be working musicians making a living in the music game. This week on the show Rak-Su discusses Myles journey to being on I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! He tells us why he decided to be on show and talks about what happens before the show is aired. Ashley and Jamaal share what their thoughts were on Myles appearing in I'm a Celebrity as well as how that affected Rak-Su.On this episode you will hear about: How Myles was selected for I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here!What happens before the show startsJamaal's thoughts on Myles being on the showAshley explains the impact of Myles being on I'm a Celebrity on himFor more information on what is shared in this episode head to https://www.raksu-official.com/ and you like what you hear, make sure you rate, review and subscribe on Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your podcastsThe Rak-Su podcast is making waves as the band reveal all regarding what really goes on behind the scenes of TV talent shows, what it was like to win the biggest music contest in the world and pulling back the curtain on what actually happened in the fall out between the band's record label and their management which eventually led to the boys going independent! The boys share the journey from being gigging musicians, to playing Wembley Stadium, releasing smash hit singles like Dimelo, I Want To Freak You, I'm Feeling You to sharing the stage with musical icons like Wyclef. This is a show that shares the real story of the real music industry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the Rak-Su Podcast brought to you by the 2017 X Factor winners, Jamal, Miles and Ashley. Join the boys in the studio each week as they discuss what it is really like to be working musicians making a living in the music game. This week on the show Rak-Su discuss what their first show at Camden Assembly was like as well as what it was like to go on their first tour. They share their thoughts on the differences of being support acts for other artists vs. doing their own on tour. Ashley speaks about the fun he had in Manchester with a bottle of champagne, Myles tells us his favourite types of performances and Jamal shares the story of how his first show went. They also debate on what they should wear on their next tour. The group also talk through the experience they had when they parted from their record deal.On this episode you will hear about: Their first performance after X FactorWhat tour was like for Rak-SuTheir favourite places to performWhy they exited their label deal For more information on what is shared in this episode head to https://www.raksu-official.com/ and you like what you hear, make sure you rate, review and subscribe on Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your podcastsThe Rak-Su podcast is making waves as the band reveal all regarding what really goes on behind the scenes of TV talent shows, what it was like to win the biggest music contest in the world and pulling back the curtain on what actually happened in the fall out between the band's record label and their management which eventually led to the boys going independent! The boys share the journey from being gigging musicians, to playing Wembley Stadium, releasing smash hit singles like Dimelo, I Want To Freak You, I'm Feeling You to sharing the stage with musical icons like Wyclef. This is a show that shares the real story of the real music industry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the Rak-Su Podcast brought to you by the 2017 X Factor winners, Jamal, Myles and Ashley. Join the boys in the studio each week as they discuss what it is really like to be working musicians making a living in the music game. This week on the show Rak-Su discusses Ashley's upcoming Boxing match and what it was like for him to train for it. Myles and Jamal offer Ashley advice on how he should approach the fight. They also say what they will do if Ashley loses. Ashley has requests of the others for when he wins and he sends a message out to his opponent before the fight.On this episode you will hear about: What Ashley has got out of boxing trainingWhy Ashley is boxingJamal & Myles reaction if Ashley were to loseWhat Ashley wants when he winsFor more information on what is shared in this episode head to https://www.raksu-official.com/ and you like what you hear, make sure you rate, review and subscribe on Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your podcastsThe Rak-Su podcast is making waves as the band reveal all regarding what really goes on behind the scenes of TV talent shows, what it was like to win the biggest music contest in the world and pulling back the curtain on what actually happened in the fall out between the band's record label and their management which eventually led to the boys going independent! The boys share the journey from being gigging musicians, to playing Wembley Stadium, releasing smash hit singles like Dimelo, I Want To Freak You, I'm Feeling You to sharing the stage with musical icons like Wyclef. This is a show that shares the real story of the real music industry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the Rak-Su Podcast brought to you by the 2017 X Factor winners, Jamaal, Myles and Ashley. Join the boys in the studio each week as they discuss what it is really like to be working musicians making a living in the music game. This week on the show Rak-Su talk about their music sessions. They share the time when they made original song compositions and music videos, and other experiences. They discuss their good and bad experiences during tours and shows. Demographics were also considered during their tours. They shared their experiences from XFactor where they got an opportunity to be in front of a massive audience and essentially win. They also share what influenced certain decisions about what they should do for their careers. On this episode you will hear about: The trio discuss the varying demographics of other musical groups in the space. They talk about how their demographic differs from that of groups like the Spice Girls and Little Mix.Their music versus Western's, how their respective audiences compare, and music groups each audience would like.They talk about the percentage of fans shared among them, Little Mix and the Spice Girls, and similarities in their fanbases.Spice Girls and Little Mix and how they relate to Rak-Su. They talk about how each fan group sees each other.For more information on what is shared in this episode head to https://www.raksu-official.com/ and you like what you hear, make sure you rate, review and subscribe on Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your podcastsThe Rak-Su podcast is making waves as the band reveal all regarding what really goes on behind the scenes of TV talent shows, what it was like to win the biggest music contest in the world and pulling back the curtain on what actually happened in the fall out between the band's record label and their management which eventually led to the boys going independent! The boys share the journey from being gigging musicians, to playing Wembley Stadium, releasing smash hit singles like Dimelo, I Want To Freak You, I'm Feeling You to sharing the stage with musical icons like Wyclef.Key Takeaways:Each musical group will have varying target demographics who generally interact with their music.Raksu relates their music and fans to those of Little Mix and Spice Girls, especially as their fans share similarities.ResourcesAshley Fongho LinkedIn | InstagramJamaal Shurland InstagramMyles Stephenson Instagram | Twitter This is a show that shares the real story of the real music industry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the Rak-Su Podcast brought to you by the 2017 X Factor winners, Jamaal, Myles and Ashley. Join the boys in the studio each week as they discuss what it is really like to be working musicians making a living in the music game. This week on the show Rak-Su talk about their music sessions. They share the time when they made original song compositions and music videos, and other experiences. They discuss their good and bad experiences during tours and shows. Demographics were also considered during their tours. They shared their experiences from XFactor where they got an opportunity to be in front of a massive audience and essentially win. They also share what influenced certain decisions about what they should do for their careers. On this episode you will hear about: Their music sessions under RCA with various artists and their feelings about that experience under their still-new label. The early days of being under RCA, and how they felt the switch in labels changed their performance. The trio talk about how being under RCA made them feel like they could truly make good music.The process of making their song, Rotate. They each talk about what it was like and how they felt, putting together the song.They communicate their feelings regarding being on stage for performances and tours. They talk about different experiences they each had being on stage.For more information on what is shared in this episode head to https://www.raksu-official.com/ and you like what you hear, make sure you rate, review and subscribe on Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your podcastsThe Rak-Su podcast is making waves as the band reveal all regarding what really goes on behind the scenes of TV talent shows, what it was like to win the biggest music contest in the world and pulling back the curtain on what actually happened in the fall out between the band's record label and their management which eventually led to the boys going independent! The boys share the journey from being gigging musicians, to playing Wembley Stadium, releasing smash hit singles like Dimelo, I Want To Freak You, I'm Feeling You to sharing the stage with musical icons like Wyclef.Key Takeaways:Being under RCA opened up many new opportunities for them and exposed them to a lot more experiences than before.Under RCA Records, they felt as though they were finally back in a label that would help their music career.ResourcesAshley Fongho LinkedIn | InstagramJamaal Shurland InstagramMyles Stephenson Instagram | Twitter This is a show that shares the real story of the real music industry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the Rak-Su Podcast brought to you by the 2017 X Factor winners, Jamaal, Myles and Ashley. Join the boys in the studio each week as they discuss what it is really like to be working musicians making a living in the music game. This week on the show Rak-Su discusses what unravelled between the label and the management. They talk about charting and how at the start they were not so happy with how it was doing. You will hear a number of songs that they really like and how they planned to use those songs as a springboard for their next release. Listen in to hear the shocking ultimatum put to them and what they ultimately decided to do.Tune in to hear:What happened after they left the label, and what the process of signing under a new record label was like for them.They reminisce about funny moments during their Europe tour, including randomly jumping on each others' backs in Scotland.Their relationship with the new label, RCA Records. What it was like to be under a label that was okay with their visions and opinions from the get go, and how that differed from their previous label.The making of the music video for their song Rotate (Clockwise) in Rome. How they felt about the outcome of the song and the video.Their intention to do a TikTok dance challenge for their new song. They believed it would have helped to promote the song.For more information on what is shared in this episode head to https://www.raksu-official.com/ and you like what you hear, make sure you rate, review and subscribe on Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your podcastsThe Rak-Su podcast is making waves as the band reveal all regarding what really goes on behind the scenes of TV talent shows, what it was like to win the biggest music contest in the world and pulling back the curtain on what actually happened in the fall out between the band's record label and their management which eventually led to the boys going independent! The boys share the journey from being gigging musicians, to playing Wembley Stadium, releasing smash hit singles like Dimelo, I Want To Freak You, I'm Feeling You to sharing the stage with musical icons like Wyclef. This is a show that shares the real story of the real music industry. Key Takeaways:They were decently surprised with RCA Records' attitude towards them as artists.Going on a Europe tour and filming for their Rome EP was a very enjoyable experience for all of them.ResourcesAshley Fongho LinkedIn | InstagramMyles Stephenson Instagram | TwitterJamaal Shurland Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the Rak-Su Podcast brought to you by the 2017 X Factor winners, Jamaal, Myles and Ashley. Join the boys in the studio each week as they discuss what it is really like to be working musicians making a living in the music game. This week on the show Rak-Su discusses what unravelled between the label and the management. They talk about charting and how at the start they were not so happy with how it was doing. You will hear a number of songs that they really like and how they planned to use those songs as a springboard for their next release. Listen in to hear the shocking ultimatum put to them and what they ultimately decided to do. On this episode you will hear about: Their songs Into It and Thunder and how they felt about releasing them soon after their debut. The struggle of deciding whether to stay with their management label at the time or to leave.How they each felt and thought about the ultimatum. They talk about how they ended up in the predicament in the first place and how it was handled.They discuss their individual feelings regarding Simon Cowell's request for them to choose between him and their management label. For more information on what is shared in this episode head to https://www.raksu-official.com/ and you like what you hear, make sure you rate, review and subscribe on Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your podcastsThe Rak-Su podcast is making waves as the band reveal all regarding what really goes on behind the scenes of TV talent shows, what it was like to win the biggest music contest in the world and pulling back the curtain on what actually happened in the fall out between the band's record label and their management which eventually led to the boys going independent! The boys share the journey from being gigging musicians, to playing Wembley Stadium, releasing smash hit singles like Dimelo, I Want To Freak You, I'm Feeling You to sharing the stage with musical icons like Wyclef. This is a show that shares the real story of the real music industry. Key Takeaways:It was very tasking for the trio to choose between staying with their management label or going with Simon Cowell.After their first song, they were excited about releasing many other songs they had already made .ResourcesAshley Fongho LinkedIn | InstagramJamaal Shurland InstagramMyles Stephenson Instagram | Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the Rak-Su Podcast brought to you by the 2017 X Factor winners, Jamaal, Myles and Ashley. Join the boys in the studio each week as they discuss what it is really like to be working musicians making a living in the music game. This week on the show Rak-Su discusses how credible and experienced people falling out impacted them. They talk about what inspired the song I want you to freak, and how it was written and produced. They also talk about why they continued with the recording even though they did not like the song. They frequently mention “not burning bridges” and why it's so crucial in the music industry.In this episode you will hear about: Their journey from winning the X-Factor up to releasing I Want You to Freak. They discuss the hardships they faced at the time and how they handled every situation thrown their way.Influencers in the music industry. Becoming a top selling artist is now much easier than before and influencers with large followings fall into the bracket of artists who are able to garner recognition rapidly.Is talent necessary for success? The trio debate whether it's talent that makes an artist successful in the industry or other factors.The increasing competition in the music industry. If they would do the same thing all over again given the opportunity. For more information on what is shared in this episode head to https://www.raksu-official.com/ and you like what you hear, make sure you rate, review and subscribe on Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your podcastsThe Rak-Su podcast is making waves as the band reveal all regarding what really goes on behind the scenes of TV talent shows, what it was like to win the biggest music contest in the world and pulling back the curtain on what actually happened in the fall out between the band's record label and their management which eventually led to the boys going independent! The boys share the journey from being gigging musicians, to playing Wembley Stadium, releasing smash hit singles like Dimelo, I Want To Freak You, I'm Feeling You to sharing the stage with musical icons like Wyclef. This is a show that shares the real story of the real music industry. Key Takeaways:Becoming a top selling music artist is easier than in previous times, but the trio still worked hard to be where they are.They would not do it all over again, even though they were able to become successful. ResourcesAshley Fongho LinkedIn | InstagramJamaal Shurland InstagramMyles Stephenson Instagram | Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the Rak-Su Podcast brought to you by the 2017 X Factor winners, Jamaal, Myles and Ashley. Join the boys in the studio each week as they discuss what it is really like to be working musicians making a living in the music game. This week on the show Rak-Su discusses how credible and experienced people falling out impacted them. They talk about what inspired the song I want you to freak, and how it was written and produced. They also talk about why they continued with the recording even though they did not like the song. They frequently mention “not burning bridges” and why it's so crucial in the music industry.Tune in to this episode to learn: Their song I want you to freak, the recording process and each members' opinions on the song. They talk about how demanding it was having to record and release the song.Why they didn't like one song even though it was their first release after winning the X Factor. What they don't like about a record label. The trio acknowledges the pressure that labels put on their artists and why they see it as a hindrance to their success in some respects. As artists, they feel as though the faith they had in their songs could have been stronger. Being under a record label restricted them from voicing certain opinions on the music they were releasing. What is success in the music industry and how it varies from their perspective of success.For more information on what is shared in this episode head to https://www.raksu-official.com/ and you like what you hear, make sure you rate, review and subscribe on Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your podcastsThe Rak-Su podcast is making waves as the band reveal all regarding what really goes on behind the scenes of TV talent shows, what it was like to win the biggest music contest in the world and pulling back the curtain on what actually happened in the fall out between the band's record label and their management which eventually led to the boys going independent! The boys share the journey from being gigging musicians, to playing Wembley Stadium, releasing smash hit singles like Dimelo, I Want To Freak You, I'm Feeling You to sharing the stage with musical icons like Wyclef. This is a show that shares the real story of the real music industry. Key Takeaways:Even though they did not like their first release and the process of releasing it, it was still a successful launch.Their career did not go the way they envisioned for the most part.ResourcesAshley Fongho LinkedIn | InstagramJamaal Shurland InstagramMyles Stephenson Instagram | Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the Rak-Su Podcast brought to you by the 2017 X Factor winners, Jamaal, Myles, and Ashley. Join the boys in the studio each week as they discuss what it is really like to be working musicians making a living in the music game. This week on the show Rak-Su discusses the pros and cons of their life-changing experience of being on the X Factor. You will hear each band member describe the moment where it sunk in that their life had changed and that things would never go back to the way it was before. They also describe what it was like to become a full-time musician within the first 6 months of 2018.In this episode you will hear about: The unexpected reality of becoming a celebrity overnight. They talk about the first time they went outside after their win. There were people outside their house and fans would be at most places they went.The lack of privacy, how their words impact thousands of people everywhere, and other negative ways that becoming celebrities overnight affected their lives.The reason why it took them so long to release a new song after the X Factor. Rak-Su discusses the advice they received, which was part of the reason they didn't release new music in the first 6 months of winning.For more information on what is shared in this episode head to https://www.raksu-official.com/.If you like what you hear, make sure you rate, review and subscribe on Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your podcastsThe Rak-Su Podcast is making waves as the band pulls back the curtain on the music industry, sharing the reality of being working musicians! As winners of one of the biggest music contests in the world, Rak-Su is intimately familiar with what really goes on behind the scenes of TV talent shows. They expose the truth behind their split with their previous record label, which led to them going independent. They take you on their journey; from jumping from gig to gig, to playing Wembley Stadium, to releasing smash hits like Dimelo and I Want To Freak You, to sharing the stage with musical icons like Wyclef!The Rak-Su Podcast; this is the real story behind real music. Key Takeaways:Becoming celebrities overnight has its perks as well as its disadvantages.Winning X Factor impacted their lives as well as the lives of their families and fans.ResourcesAshley Fongho LinkedIn | InstagramJamaal Shurland InstagramMyles Stephenson Instagram | Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the Rak-Su Podcast brought to you by the 2017 X Factor winners, Jamaal, Myles, and Ashley. Join the boys in the studio each week as they discuss what it is really like to be working musicians making a living in the music game. This week on the show Rak-Su discusses the pros and cons of their life-changing experience of being on the X Factor. You will hear each band member describe the moment where it sunk in that their life had changed and that things would never go back to the way it was before. They also describe what it was like to become a full-time musician within the first 6 months of 2018.On this episode you will hear about: Moments in which they each felt like life had changed: for Myles it was with management meetings, for Jamaal it was when they actually went into labels to work on music rather than sit at a desk.Their amusement at the audiences' very vocal reaction to their name being announced in the artists' line up. The group talked about how little they knew about the music business at the time and how being a part of a label, having more people involved in their creative process, made things less fun and enjoyable.The business side of things made music less about having fun and more about hitting targets. For more information on what is shared in this episode head to https://www.raksu-official.com/.If you like what you hear, make sure you rate, review and subscribe on Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your podcastsThe Rak-Su Podcast is making waves as the band pulls back the curtain on the music industry, sharing the reality of being working musicians! As winners of one of the biggest music contests in the world, Rak-Su is intimately familiar with what really goes on behind the scenes of TV talent shows. They expose the truth behind their split with their previous record label, which led to them going independent. They take you on their journey; from jumping from gig to gig, to playing Wembley Stadium, to releasing smash hits like Dimelo and I Want To Freak You, to sharing the stage with musical icons like Wyclef!The Rak-Su Podcast; this is the real story behind real music. Key Takeaways:The music business impacted Rak-Su and their work as artists in myriad ways, and not all positive.Producing music had to be held back slightly to make room for marketing.ResourcesAshley Fongho LinkedIn | InstagramJamaal Shurland InstagramMyles Stephenson Instagram | Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the Rak-Su Podcast brought to you by the 2017 X Factor winners, Jamaal, Myles and Ashley. Join the boys in the studio each week as they discuss what it is really like to be working musicians making a living in the music game. In this week's show the band members discuss their personal experiences in their journey to winning the 2017 X Factor. You will hear fun and exciting conversations from Jamal, Miles, and Ashley regarding their first performance. You will also hear in this episode how their experience moving and living in the X Factor house. On this episode you will hear about: The songs they covered and top artists they could choose to cover, including Fergie, Harry Styles and George Michael.The backstage and rehearsals experiences with Simon Cowell, staff members and other contestants.What Simon Cowell was like as a mentor and judge and how he was involved with the entire process.Their 8-week experience at the X Factor House and the many memories they have of the time there. They share stories of meeting various celebrities.For more information on what is shared in this episode head to https://www.raksu-official.com/.If you like what you hear, make sure you rate, review and subscribe on Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your podcastsThe Rak-Su Podcast is making waves as the band pulls back the curtain on the music industry, sharing the reality of being working musicians! As winners of one of the biggest music contests in the world, Rak-Su is intimately familiar with what really goes on behind the scenes of TV talent shows. They expose the truth behind their split with their previous record label, which led to them going independent. They take you on their journey; from jumping from gig to gig, to playing Wembley Stadium, to releasing smash hits like Dimelo and I Want To Freak You, to sharing the stage with musical icons like Wyclef!The Rak-Su Podcast; this is the real story behind real music.Key TakeawaysLiving in the X Factor house was a memorable experience.ResourcesAshley Fongho LinkedIn | Instagram Jamaal Shurland Instagram Myles Stephenson Instagram | Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the Rak-Su Podcast brought to you by the 2017 X Factor winners, Jamaal, Myles and Ashley. Join the boys in the studio each week as they discuss what it is really like to be working musicians making a living in the music game. In this week's show the band members discuss their personal experiences in their journey to winning the 2017 X Factor. You will hear fun and exciting conversations from Jamal, Miles, and Ashley regarding their first performance. You will also hear in this episode how their experience moving and living in the X Factor house. On this episode you will hear about: Their thoughts on the house and each person's take on the experience living there. They speak about the house being not what they expected as well as the overall experience, especially being already grown men at the time.Rak-su's high expectations for the houses after watching X Factor over the years, and what each person envisioned living there would be like.Their preparation for their first performance wasn't all they wanted it to be, but they still did really well.What it was like to perform their song Mamacita in front of a large crowd and the multitude of cameras around the stage.For more information on what is shared in this episode head to https://www.raksu-official.com/.If you like what you hear, make sure you rate, review and subscribe on Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your podcastsThe Rak-Su Podcast is making waves as the band pulls back the curtain on the music industry, sharing the reality of being working musicians! As winners of one of the biggest music contests in the world, Rak-Su is intimately familiar with what really goes on behind the scenes of TV talent shows. They expose the truth behind their split with their previous record label, which led to them going independent. They take you on their journey; from jumping from gig to gig, to playing Wembley Stadium, to releasing smash hits like Dimelo and I Want To Freak You, to sharing the stage with musical icons like Wyclef!The Rak-Su Podcast; this is the real story behind real music. Key Takeaways:Living in the X Factor house was very different from Rak-su's expectations.They are grateful for the opportunity and the experience.ResourcesAshley Fongho LinkedIn | Instagram Jamaal Shurland InstagramMyles Stephenson Instagram | Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the Rak-Su Podcast brought to you by the 2017 X Factor winners, Jamaal, Myles and Ashley. Join the boys in the studio each week as they discuss what it is really like to be working musicians making a living in the music game. This week on the show Rak-Su discusses their experience auditioning for X-Factor and their feelings on the show. You will hear about each member's sentiments and thoughts before and during the audition. You will also find in this episode their first appearance on TV and how they were so excited about it that they gathered just to watch it together. On this episode you will hear about: Their experience of winning The X Factor and the life changing effect it had on each of them.What it felt like for Rak-Su to have 4000+ people cheering for them in a Wembley Arena, being recognized in public and attaining celebrity status.The unplanned trip to Belgium and why Jamaal advises everyone to always wear their ‘warrior bag' and put their passport in a protective wallet.Rak-Su's rocky journey from the judges' houses to the live shows.The reality of the TV show crew's intentions and their desire for embarrassing and personal footage.For more information on what is shared in this episode head to https://www.raksu-official.com/.If you like what you hear, make sure you rate, review and subscribe on Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your podcastsThe Rak-Su Podcast is making waves as the band pulls back the curtain on the music industry, sharing the reality of being working musicians! As winners of one of the biggest music contests in the world, Rak-Su is intimately familiar with what really goes on behind the scenes of TV talent shows. They expose the truth behind their split with their previous record label, which led to them going independent. They take you on their journey; from jumping from gig to gig, to playing Wembley Stadium, to releasing smash hits like Dimelo and I Want To Freak You, to sharing the stage with musical icons like Wyclef!The Rak-Su Podcast; this is the real story behind real music.Key Takeaways Winning X Factor was life changing for Rak-Su.Always put your passport in a protective wallet.ResourcesAshley Fongho: Instagram | LinkedInJamaal Shurland: InstagramMyles Stephenson: Instagram | Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the Rak-Su Podcast brought to you by the 2017 X Factor winners, Jamaal, Myles and Ashley. Join the boys in the studio each week as they discuss what it is really like to be working musicians making a living in the music game. This week on the show Jamaal, Myles and Ashley discuss their experience auditioning for X-Factor. You will hear how each band member felt before and during the audition, as well as their emotions as they gathered to watch their first TV appearance together. There is also a funny story about which band member had a body part trending on Twitter during that time! On this episode you will hear about: Rak-Su's first appearance on television, how it impacted them individually and as a team, and the influx of messages and phone calls following the appearance.Their experience trending on Twitter for the first time and multiple times afterwards.How Rak-Su started to get publicity via X Factor and Twitter and how they gradually became more well known.The way they would try to curry favour with the staff of The X Factor in an attempt to stay in the competition.Their interesting interaction with another contestant.For more information on what is shared in this episode head to https://www.raksu-official.com/.If you like what you hear, make sure you rate, review and subscribe on Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your podcastsThe Rak-Su Podcast is making waves as the band pulls back the curtain on the music industry, sharing the reality of being working musicians! As winners of one of the biggest music contests in the world, Rak-Su is intimately familiar with what really goes on behind the scenes of TV talent shows. They expose the truth behind their split with their previous record label, which led to them going independent. They take you on their journey; from jumping from gig to gig, to playing Wembley Stadium, to releasing smash hits like Dimelo and I Want To Freak You, to sharing the stage with musical icons like Wyclef!The Rak-Su Podcast; this is the real story behind real music. Key TakeawaysRak-Su did not think they had any chance of winning X Factor.That first TV appearance was emotional for the band members.Resources:Ashley Fongho: Instagram | LinkedIn Myles Stephenson: Instagram | Twitter Jamaal Shurland: Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the Rak-Su Podcast, brought to you by the 2017 X-Factor winners, Jamal, Myles and Ashley. Join the boys in the studio each week as they discuss what it's really like to be working musicians making a living in the music game. This week on the show, Rak-Su continue their discussion about what it was like to win The X Factor and how they managed to land a recording contract and tour Europe with some of the world's most well-known acts. They share the behind the scenes of some of the songs they have written, including Roses which they recorded in a living room. They also talk about some of the challenges they faced as individuals and as a team.On this episode you will hear about: What sparked Rak-Su's decision to change their mindset. “We were in a space where we were just happy to create and make music… but after that situation in Boston when we started to take things more seriously… we started to see these approaches as something worth considering.”Rak-Su's first X-Factor audition. “They kept asking us if we were sure we didn't want to do a cover… we knew what we wanted to do, but there was still pressure from the show, because it's all about the show. If you come with your identity in hand, they're still going to try and make it [fit for the show].”What actually happened during their audition vs. the audition as-seen-on-TV. “We performed I'm Feeling You first really well, and then Simon said, “Have you got anything else?” We were not expecting that at all.”“If you were able to see how we picked ourselves up, you'd know we were never out together in the first place.” Rak-Su talks about how their heads weren't in the right place during their performance.For more information on what was shared in this episode, head to https://www.raksu-official.com/. If you like what you hear, make sure you rate, review and subscribe on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.The Rak-Su Podcast is making waves as the band pulls back the curtain on the music industry, sharing the reality of being working musicians! As winners of one of the biggest music contests in the world, Rak-Su is intimately familiar with what really goes on behind the scenes of TV talent shows. They expose the truth behind their split with their previous record label, which led to them going independent. They take you on their journey; from jumping from gig to gig, to playing Wembley Stadium, to releasing smash hits like Dimelo and I Want To Freak You, to sharing the stage with musical icons like Wyclef!The Rak-Su Podcast; this is the real story behind real music. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to The Rak-Su Podcast, brought to you by the 2017 X-Factor winners, Jamal, Miles and Ashley. Join the boys in the studio each week as they discuss what it's really like to be working musicians making a living in the music game. This week on the show, Rak-Su discuss what it's like to win X Factor, how they landed a Major Label record contract and toured Europe with some of the world's most well known acts. They share the real behind the scenes stories that many people would not except to hear and they also talk about some of the challenges they faced as individuals and as a team.In this episode you will hear about: The challenges of being an independent artist. “It's the hardest thing when you're an independent artist to have that platform all the time; you're feeling like you've achieved something but it's still a constant battle every day when somebody sees you.”What to consider when interacting with creatives. “If you're speaking to a creative, it can actually be quite hurtful… when you've been investing your time, your money, your effort into creating something and someone [makes it known that] they haven't been listening.”The rocky road to following your dreams. “I feel like it's really important to say that the dream can be lived even when it feels like it's difficult, or you're just really tired. You can do a 12-hour shift in the hospital and pursue your passions as well at the same time.”Rak-Su's gradual rise to recognition, and how harsh criticism pushed them even further. “I [wanted] to do what I want to prove her wrong.”How Myles inspired the rest of Rak-Su to dream bigger. “This whole thing was predicated on Myles wanting to get to Madison Square Garden. Myles wanted to be a pop star; that helped to shift us into thinking and dreaming big.”For more information on what was shared in this episode, head to https://www.raksu-official.com/. If you like what you hear, make sure you rate, review and subscribe on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.The Rak-Su Podcast is making waves as the band pulls back the curtain on the music industry, sharing the reality of being working musicians! As winners of one of the biggest music contests in the world, Rak-Su is intimately familiar with what really goes on behind the scenes of TV talent shows. They expose the truth about their split with their previous record label, which led to them going independent. They take you on their journey; from jumping from gig to gig, to playing Wembley Stadium, to releasing smash hits like Dimelo and I Want To Freak You, to sharing the stage with musical icons like Wyclef!The Rak-Su Podcast; this is the real story behind real music. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to The Rak-Su Podcast in this short introductory episode Ashley, Jamal and Myles explain why this show is going to be making waves as the band reveal all regarding what really goes on behind the scenes of TV talent shows, what it was like to win the biggest music contest in the world and they pull back the curtain on what actually happened in the fallout between the band's record label and their management which eventually led to the boys going independent! The boys share the journey from being gigging musicians, to playing Wembley Stadium, releasing smash hit singles like Dimelo, I Want To Freak You, I'm Feeling You to sharing the stage with musical icons like Wyclef. This is a show that shares the real story of the real music industry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Rak-Su podcast is making waves as the band reveal all regarding what really goes on behind the scenes of TV talent shows, what it was like to win the biggest music contest in the world and pulling back the curtain on what actually happened in the fall out between the band's record label and their management which eventually led to the boys going independent! The boys share the journey from being gigging musicians, to playing Wembley Stadium, releasing smash hit singles like "Dimelo", "I Want To Freak You", "I'm Feeling You" to sharing the stage with musical icons like Wyclef. This is a show that shares the real story of the real music industry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.