Zach Sang Show

Cynthia Erivo, a Grammy, Emmy, and Tony Award winner, discusses her riveting role as Elphaba in Wicked and her new album, I Forgive You, which took 396 days to create. She shares insights on the significance of forgiveness and personal growth, inspired by her own life experiences. Cynthia also opens up about her close friendship with Ariana Grande, navigating fame, and the emotional themes behind her music. The conversation touches on the importance of genuine relationships in artistry, along with the legacy of live performances.

Marina Diamandis, the Welsh-Greek singer and producer known for her artistic evolution, shares insights on her new album 'Princess of Power' and her journey as an independent artist. She dives into her experiences with chronic fatigue syndrome and its impact on her creativity. Marina discusses playful topics like dating and her past attempts to join a boy band. She also reflects on the significance of self-discovery through writing and her love for fun, touching on vulnerability, empowerment, and the role of archetypes in her music.

Finn Wolfhard, a talented actor, musician, screenwriter, and director, shares his journey from the beloved role of Mike in Stranger Things to exploring indie music with his debut album, Happy Birthday. He reflects on the bittersweet ending of the series, the deep bonds he formed with the cast, and his directorial debut, Hell of a Summer. The conversation dives into the creative process, addressing themes of anxiety, the shift from major productions to indie films, and the emotional nuances of growing up in the arts.

Julia Michaels, a Grammy-nominated artist and songwriter, shares her journey of self-empowerment as she releases her new EP 'Second Self' under her own label. She discusses the creative process behind her work, including collaborations with Maren Morris and insights from her sessions with Tate McRae and Britney Spears. Excitingly, Julia also reveals her recent engagement to French tattoo artist Mat Rule, and reflects on how her personal life inspires her songwriting, highlighting themes of love and self-discovery.

Jon Bellion, a talented songwriter and producer known for his eclectic blend of pop, hip-hop, and R&B, shares his musical journey after stepping back from solo work for several years. He discusses his new album, 'Father Figure,' and collaborations with Pharrell Williams and Luke Combs. Jon reveals the emotional impact of fatherhood on his creativity and the challenges of navigating the music industry. He also plays demos for hits like 'Ghost' and shares the backstory behind his work with Justin Bieber and Jungkook.

Jordan Firstman, a TV writer turned Instagram sensation and musician, dives into his journey from viral impressions to his debut album 'Secrets.' He shares hilarious tales of hooking up at Berlin's famed nightclub Berghain and discusses his unique album born from audience confessions. Firstman openly navigates his sexual awakening, complex relationships, and the wild secrets people share. The conversation brims with humor as he critiques internet fame and reflects on authenticity in art, making for an entertaining and insightful listen.

Ryan Cabrera, a musician and TV personality known for his hits in the early 2000s, dives into his journey from a Texas bar performer to a pop culture staple. He reminisces about his time on The Ashlee Simpson Show and the whirlwind of fame in an era marked by paparazzi and evolving media scrutiny. Ryan shares tales about Elvis's ring, his unique hair tips, and how reality TV transformed the music landscape. With a humorous nod to Y2K fashion and anecdotes of celebrity encounters, he reflects on maintaining artistic integrity amid commercial pressures.

Michael Cimino, an actor known for his roles in 'Love, Victor' and 'Never Have I Ever,' shares his journey from aspiring actor to rising star. He discusses his upcoming Prime Video series 'Motorheads,' where he dives into car culture and character dynamics. Michael spills on his unusual dog bite incident and a harrowing mugging experience in London, blending humor and introspection. He also reveals insights about his music career and the impact of storytelling in both film and music, emphasizing authenticity and personal growth.

Thanks to his brother and sister grentperez — the Aussie-Filo singer born Grant Perez — first appeared on YouTube singing covers at just five-years-old, but while his siblings eventually left singing behind (beyond family karaoke, obviously), the 23-year-old multi-instrumentalist became a full blown bedroom tender-pop sensation. “Cherry Wine” popped off in 2021 and after releasing four tantalizing EPs, now we have his eclectic, silky-smooth debut LP Backflips in a Restaurant. It’s a record that blends 90s R&B, bossanova, a pinch of indie-pop, and a lot of romanticism. Hanni from New Jeans keeps covering his songs and Rex Orange County is also a fan. He joins us in the studio for the first time for a wide-ranging conversation that takes in driving simulators, anime, how his girlfriend of five years introduced him to stick n poke and public transport (!), and we course out his album — see what we did there? Plus his mullet, Toyotas, living with his parents, the fact that he’s actually incredible at drawing, his fave kind of SPAM, and how excellent he is at imitating a trumpet, saxophone, or any brass instrument you care to name… with just his mouth.P.S. Has anyone seen B.o.B?Stream "Backflips in a Restaurant" ►► https://grentperez.fastfriends.co/backflipsinarestaurantSUBSCRIBE to Our Podcast ►►https://tinyurl.com/48yfe4v5SUBSCRIBE to YT ►►https://tinyurl.com/5n8km55uSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Michelle Zauner — aka the creative powerhouse known to the world as Japanese Breakfast — joins us in the studio for the first time ever to talk about her fourth, Blake Mills-produced LP, For Melancholy Brunettes (& Sad Women). A florid and fantastical record, it’s peppered with literary references and sharp observances with regards to both the world and Zauner’s own experiences achieving her wildest dreams in 2021. It was the year both her third album, Jubilee, became a critical and commercial smash, while her memoir Crying in H Mart, chronicling the loss of her mother to cancer, became a New York Times bestseller. (The film adaptation is currently on ice, sadly.)We discuss all this plus, Zauner moving to Korea to immerse herself in the culture and learn the language for an entire year, her romance and marriage to her guitarist Peter, anxiety, work ethic, and rigor, incels and the manosphere, reconnecting with her estranged dad, and the art of reading the room. Plus stay tuned to find out more about that one time her and her pal auditioned for The Amazing Race, and why cold mozzarella sticks were involved. Stream "For Melancholy Brunettes (& sad women) ►►https://japanesebreakfast.lnk.to/for-melancholy-brunettes-and-sad-womenSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.