Homegrown with Jake
15 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 months ago -Jake chats with some of Malta's biggest artists, writers, producers and more to talk music in Malta, upcoming projects, collabs and more.
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#13 - X Factor Season 4 Winner Richard Aquilina Talks What Got Him To Apply For X Factor Malta, His Experience Performing Competitively, Future Plans And Much More!
March 13, 2024 08:00 - 16 minutes - 11.1 MBJake sat down with Richard Aquilina to discuss his entry into the world of competitive singing in Malta. They dive into the feelings and thoughts that go behind deciding to apply, and the experience of the process of the competition. Richard discusses the post-performance emotions of his X Factor winning song, as well as his plans for the future of his career and advice for artists. This, and much more, in this Episode of Homegrown with Jake!
#12 - Maltese X Factor Winner, Junior Eurovision Winner and Eurovision Entry Destiny Chukunyere Talks Her Music Journey So Far, Her Experience In Competitive Singing, Her Wishes For Her Career And Much More!
March 07, 2024 13:00 - 29 minutes - 20.1 MBJake sat down with Destiny Chukunyere to discuss her journey in the Maltese music industry, from winning the Junior Eurovision in her youth, to winning X Factor Malta and representing Malta in the Eurovision. She dives into her wishes as an artist, what her goals in her career are, and what opportunities and obstacles are present in the Maltese music industry. This, and much more, in this Episode of Homegrown with Jake!
#11 - Maltese Eurovision Entry and The Voice Kids Malta Judge Gianluca Bezzina Talks What Sparked His Interest In Music, Bringing Foreign Singing Competitions To Malta, His Career And Growth, And Much More!
May 31, 2023 08:00 - 43 minutes - 30.2 MBJake sat down with the man behind the Maltese Eurovision Entry "Tomorrow" and The Voice Kids Malta Judge Gianluca Bezzina to dive into what sparked his interest in music and pursuing a career in the field. Jake and Gianluca discuss local artist recognition in the foreign music scene, as well as insight on bringing foreign singing competitions to Malta and the challenges of reaching expectations. They explore Gianluca's experience from performing in Muzika Muzika to being behind the table as...
#10 - Local Artist Kevin Paul Talks His Beginnings In Music, The Experience Of Live Performances, Releasing New Music, Local Support For Artists And Much More!
April 06, 2023 15:00 - 51 minutes - 35.4 MBJake sat down with renowned local artist Kevin Paul to talk about how he started his career in music. Kevin Paul opened up about the thoughts and feelings that go through an artist's head during live performances. They explore the process of releasing music and the availabilities of support for local artists, as well as Kevin Paul's experience busking abroad in the streets of London. This, and much more, on this episode of Homegrown!
#9 - Local Producer Matteo Talks Music Opportunities Abroad, Obstacles In The Local Music Scene, Appreciation For Local Music And Much More!
January 10, 2023 09:00 - 22 minutes - 15.7 MBJake sat down with local producer Matteo to learn about his journey in the local music scene and his impact abroad. They explores Matteo's beginnings, his decision to move to London and the opportunities and connections that present themselves. Also, they discuss the obstacles present in entering the music scene, the difference in appreciation of music abroad versus in Malta, and Matteo's plans for the future. This, and much more, on this episode of Homegrown!
#8 - Jolene Samhan Talks About How She Started Singing And Performing, Her Thoughts On Singing Competitions, Future Work And Much More!
August 30, 2022 14:00 - 27 minutes - 18.7 MBJake sat down with singer-songwriter Jolene Samhan to get to know more about the artist and what led her to pursue music. Jake and Jolene dive into her origins in the performance scene, her thoughts on singing competitively, and her plans for future projects. This, and much more, on this episode of Homegrown!
#7 - Ryan Hili Talks About His Musical Journey Before And During The X Factor, His Experience On The Show, Future Plans And Much More!
May 03, 2022 07:00 - 34 minutes - 23.7 MBJake sat down with X Factor Season 3 winner Ryan Hili to get to know more about the new artist and what led him in his journey to apply for the X Factor. Jake and Ryan go into depth on the local scene, chatting about the song-making process as well as opportunities that crop up for artists locally such as the Eurovision Song Contest. This, and much more, on this episode of Homegrown!
#6 - Philippa Naudi talks Local Music, The International Music Scene, X Factor Malta and much more!
December 15, 2021 10:00 - 33 minutes - 22.9 MBJake sat down with New Victorians member, Singer, Producer, Song Writer and X Factor Judge Philippa Naudi for a chat about everything music. They dive into the realities of the local music scene, as well as what it takes to make songs that are successful globally. Most of all, they talk X Factor, from the groups category that Naudi is looking after to the fresh talent that she sees weekly on theX Factor Stage! This, and much more, on this episode of Homegrown!
#5 - Insynk Collective Talk About Their Foundation, Goals Of The Collective, Opinions On The Local Scene And Much More!
October 20, 2021 08:00 - 32 minutes - 22.2 MBJake sits down with Insynk Collective to unravel their story, from what the collective is to where the idea to collaborate originate from. They discuss their current projects as well as past successes, also sharing their opinions on the Maltese tracks and what really works in the local scene. With a pass to ask any question he likes, Jake goes all out on this episode of Homegrown!
#4 - Owen Leuellen talks Post X Factor Break, New Album, Future Plans and Industry Obstacles
August 16, 2021 07:00 - 31 minutes - 21.8 MBOwen Leuellen opens up on this episode of Homegrown following the release of his latest album 'Dreams'. Apart from discussing the album, Leuellen reveals the reasons behind his break from the music scene after his X Factor success, as well as delving into the makings of a talented rapper. Collaborations, future plans, and the obstacles that Maltese artists must overcome before reaching international spotlights are all discussed in this episode!
#4 - Owen Luellen talks Post X Factor Break, New Album, Future Plans and Industry Obstacles
August 16, 2021 07:00 - 31 minutes - 21.8 MBOwen Luellen opens up on this episode of Homegrown following the release of his latest album 'Dreams'. Apart from discussing the album, Luellen reveals the reasons behind his break from the music scene after his X Factor success, as well as delving into the makings of a talented rapper. Collaborations, future plans, and the obstacles that Maltese artists must overcome before reaching international spotlights are all discussed in this episode!
#3 - Steven Levi discusses his entry into the local scene, what makes a good artistic director, how local artists can take the leap abroad and more!
July 06, 2021 09:00 - 27 minutes - 19.1 MBSteven Levi Vella joined Jake to discuss several hot topics revolving around the local scene. Steven opened up about how he kick-started his career and dove into his Eurovision and X Factor experiences. He also shared his views on what it takes for artists to do well locally and how artists could take the leap and do well abroad. What makes a good artist? What is the process before deciding to work with an artist? Why should the artist be given ultimate priority/spotlight? This and more on t...
Steven Levi discusses his entry into the local scene, what makes a good artistic director, how local artists can take the leap abroad and more!
July 06, 2021 09:00 - 27 minutes - 19.1 MBSteven Levi Vella joined Jake to discuss several hot topics revolving around the local scene. Steven opened up about how he kick-started his career and dove into his Eurovision and X Factor experiences. He also shared his views on what it takes for artists to do well locally and how artists could take the leap and do well abroad. What makes a good artist? What is the process before deciding to work with an artist? Why should the artist be given ultimate priority/spotlight? This and more on t...
#2 - Micimago Talks About His Entry Into The Music Scene, The Beginning And Future Of MTEAM, Artists During The Pandemic and More!
April 20, 2021 12:00 - 25 minutes - 17.4 MBMicimago sat down with Jake to talk about how he started off in the local music scene. He also discusses what led to the creation of MTEAM and what the future holds for the group. Fake success vs Real success, Collaborations, and the effects of COVID-19 on the way forward for artists are part of this episode. Have your say, get in touch on our socials! Tag @897Bay to get featured.
#1 - Aidan Talks Music In Malta, X Factor, Upcoming Projects And More!
March 28, 2021 15:00 - 32 minutes - 22.1 MBAidan discusses his 2c on the music scene around Malta and Gozo. What does one really need to do to make it? Jake also talks upcoming projects for Aidan and way more. Have your say, get in touch on our socials! Tag @897Bay to get featured.