Beyond The Bass

Jacob Malamed
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Beyond The Bass brings you the full, authentic stories of your favorite artists. No soundbites or surface-level moments, just depth, honesty, and connection. Each episode dives deep into an artist’s journey — their childhood, turning points, doubts, and breakthroughs — to reveal the human behind the music. Because the more real stories we hear, the more permission we give ourselves to live ours.

Episodes

  1. Laranyx/Sara Benyo: Shedding An Identity That Wasn’t Hers

    FEB 17

    Laranyx/Sara Benyo: Shedding An Identity That Wasn’t Hers

    Laranyx (Sara Benyo) breaks down the real story behind her rebirth — from growing up in rural Kentucky in a deeply musical household, to carrying an early sense of calling, fear, and anxiety that showed up almost as soon as she entered school. She traces the identity friction that followed her for years: rejection and bullying, searching for belonging, and eventually finding a surprising kind of “church” in dance music — a space that felt closer to unconditional acceptance than the culture she came from. Then the turning point: a brutal stretch of personal events that pushed her into rock bottom, where approval stopped mattering because she felt she’d lost everything. From that collapse — including a terrifying LA living situation she describes as spiritual warfare — she returns to a safe place, goes inward, and has the meditation moment that locks in the name and identity: Laranyx — the protector, the warrior, the next chapter. Follow Laranyx: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/laranyxmusic/ Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@laranyxofficial Soundcloud - https://soundcloud.com/laranyxofficial

    1h 52m
  2. Ozztin: Redefining Discipline, From the Marines to Music & Sobriety

    FEB 3

    Ozztin: Redefining Discipline, From the Marines to Music & Sobriety

    Ozztin opens up about the discipline that shaped him, from his time in the Marines to the obsessive grind of teaching himself music production during overnight shifts, and how that same drive later pushed him into addiction. We trace the arc from humiliation and rigid hierarchy to creative breakthrough, including Subtronics’ advice to “make 400 songs” that led to his first major moment on a Lost Lands stage. He shares the moment sobriety became unavoidable, the fear of losing his edge without substances, and what it’s taken to rebuild his creative process sober. Follow Ozztin: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ozztinmusic/ Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@ozztinmusic Soundcloud - https://soundcloud.com/ozztinmusic

    2h 50m
  3. Tezarakt: Forgiveness and the Philosophy of Now

    JAN 20

    Tezarakt: Forgiveness and the Philosophy of Now

    Tezarakt discusses the "philosophy of now" and how he navigated a childhood marked by family secrets and the trauma of abandonment. We explore his journey from wanting to be a professional scooter rider to having his brain chemistry rewired at a Subtronics show, which sparked a relentless commitment to music production. This conversation covers the reality of being a creative, the power of forgiveness through plant medicine, and the importance of staying present when life feels like a wave of peaks and valleys. Follow Tezarakt: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tezarakt Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@tezaraktofficial Soundcloud - https://soundcloud.com/tezaraktmusic

    1h 54m
  4. Nikademis: Taming the Demons of Chronic Illness

    JAN 6

    Nikademis: Taming the Demons of Chronic Illness

    Nikademis opens up about the silent battle that defined his youth: a grueling journey through chronic illness that began in high school. We sit down to discuss the reality of being diagnosed with ulcerative colitis, his lungs collapsing on several occasions, and the trauma of multiple surgeries. We talk about how he used those moments of isolation to answer a calling in music, and how those experiences shaped the duality of light and dark that he now represents through his brand. This conversation covers the full arc of turning a physical struggle into a clear sense of purpose. Follow Nikademis: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/nikademismusic/ Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@nikademismusic Soundcloud - https://soundcloud.com/nikademismusic

    2h 4m
  5. BLOSSM: Addiction, Recovery, and a Second Chance

    12/23/2025

    BLOSSM: Addiction, Recovery, and a Second Chance

    BLOSSM opens up about his journey through addiction, the moment everything collapsed, and the long road back to himself, including his experience with plant medicine. We talk honestly about losing control, confronting the reality of his choices, and the recovery process that followed — including the 12-step program that helped him rebuild his life and stay sober for years. This conversation traces the full arc and highlights the grounded clarity he now carries as an artist and human. Follow BLOSSM: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/blossmwithme/ Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@blossmwithme Soundcloud - https://soundcloud.com/blossmwithme

    2h 37m
  6. Bassurgence: The Self-Love Breakthrough Behind His Music

    12/09/2025

    Bassurgence: The Self-Love Breakthrough Behind His Music

    Bassurgence opens up about the inner work that reshaped both his life and his music — from early imposter syndrome to the self-love breakthrough he found through the Hoffman Process. We explore the emotional and creative turning points that shaped his path, the grounded confidence he carries today, and the long-term vision he’s building toward, including headlining Lost Lands. Bassurgence (Johnny Ruffin) is a Denver-based artist known for blending dubstep, reggae, and riddim with experimental sound design. His boundary-pushing releases have earned support from Levity, Zingara, TVBOO, and GorillaT. Follow Bassurgence: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/bassurgence/ Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@bassurgence Soundcloud - https://soundcloud.com/bassurgence

    1h 25m
  • 6 Episodes

About

Beyond The Bass brings you the full, authentic stories of your favorite artists. No soundbites or surface-level moments, just depth, honesty, and connection. Each episode dives deep into an artist’s journey — their childhood, turning points, doubts, and breakthroughs — to reveal the human behind the music. Because the more real stories we hear, the more permission we give ourselves to live ours.

Information

  • Creator
    Jacob Malamed
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    6
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Jacob Malamed
  • Show Website
    Beyond The Bass

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