Daily Discovery with DJ Hapa

Saving Forever is a rock pop band that consist of three young, humble, hungry, and very talented brothers Kavah, Kye and Khaden Harris from South Side Chicago and its my pleasure to have them here at DASH. we begin with how it started at a young age learning how to play the piano from there grandmother to now working with some amazing producers. We also get to play a game which you can’t miss and let me tell you these sibling don’t hold back.  They bring along there new tracks “Memories” and “Always In My Mind” that will have you up off your chair and rocking out. So much is in the horizon for them and can’t wait whats next for the band. Follow Saving Forever here.

Josh and Emma met a few years ago in New York in a writing session for other artists and that's where the magic happened to form the duo Weslee. They stop by DASH and share some of their stories with us from their first studio session, to their love for donuts, and tips on collaborating with other songwriters. “Sweat Dreams” and “Tongue Tied” are a couple of tracks from there new EP “9F” which we get to share with all of you. Look out for more new music coming soon and early next year catch them at their first live show in LA. Follow Weslee here.

You’ve heard him on countless tracks as Cage The Elephant led guitarist, but Lincoln Parish is doing his own thing these days and is hanging out with me in the studio. He brings along his new project “Parish f/t” where is collaborating with a variety of artists such as Paul McDonald and Daphne Willis. We talk about how this project came together and his creative process when working with different artist. We get to play a couple of his new singles “What I Need” and “Release” here on DASH.                             Expect more new music in the upcoming months and follow his journey here.

We are hanging out in the studio with Johnny Gates originally from Providence, RI but now making waves here in LA as a solo artist. We talk about how it all started from being a member of a band to his experience while leaving in Nashville where he fully emerged himself in the music scene, to now leaving in LA where he got on this little tv show called “The Voice”. Johnny Gates plays us his new singles “Cliché” and “Brooklyn Knights” from his upcoming EP. Look out for more new music coming soon and catch him at a venue near you. Follow his journey here.

I have the pleasure of sitting down in studio with the band The Orphan The Poet.  Emerging from Columbus, OH they have been shaking up the music scene with their new tracks “Still Buzzin’” and “Money” (which has landed on Spotify New Music Friday’s).  We dig in deep from how the band was formed, being on tour, to there super fans and so much more you can’t miss. Look out for upcoming projects and shows here and join The Hive.

The REASN in the studio and gives us a first listen to EXCLUSIVE singles that haven’t been released yet!  With such a unique sound and look, The REASN is all in on staying true to whom he really is and isn't easily swayed by other's opinions.  Go follow The REASON On Instagram @thereasn   

I’m thrilled and excited to catch up in the studio with my friend the multi-talented Ninet. She’s been busy since the last time we have seen each other, uprooting from Israel and relocating to LA, Ninet is out here to keep growing as an artist and leave her mark as she did back home. Adjusting to her new city, Ninet had so much emotion built up that needed to be let out and what came about was her new single “Self Destructive Mind". Look out for her new album coming soon and catch her on a new series on Netflix “When Heros Fly” coming 2019. Follow Ninet here.

The Miami native, singer/songwriter Teenear stops by Dash and shares her stories with us from discovering at an early age her passion for music to her silly personality and now the itch to pursue acting. We get to play Teenear’s latest singles “Need Your Love” (which by the way will have a music video to go along with it soon) and “Love Me Or Leave Me” featuring Fetty Wap. She is working on more new music and collaborating with other artists and producers so follow her journey here.

All the way from Manchester, England we have in studio Bipolar Sunshine of the new group Rabbithole that consist of Daniel, Simeon, and David. Rabbithole has been in the works for a while but just keeping it low key until the right moment which is now, to show the world their new sound that four have produced. Bipolar Sunshine gives us an insight into how they come together to create music and get the workflow going.  “Slot Machine”, “Ghost In The Waves” and “Something Beautiful” is Rabbithole's newest tracks that we get to press play here at Dash. Each song has a great energy that will have you feeling good and ready for the weekend. They have upcoming events, shows and festivals on the horizon don’t miss out follow Rabbithole here.

Hanging out with me at Dash is the very talented producer/singer Dylan Brady who brings along his new EP “Peace & Love” (Mad Decent) and we get the pleasure to play some of his new tracks “I'll Make You Miss Me All the Time” and “What I Made 4 U(Lofi-Dub)”.  In this collection of music Dylan puts together, you get to listen to his wide range of sound and his unique style which you’ll be vibin to. Still working and making moves, Dylan has a new project in the works with some friends and he can’t wait to share it with all of you. Follow him here

The sky is the limit for Indiana Massara aka Indi with her bright and bubbly personality. The young native-Australian grew up as a tomboy playing sports but don’t let that fool you, her voice and style makes it feel like this is what she was destined to do. Singing since the age of 7, Indi found what she loves to do and has big goals in the works.  She plays us “Smoke In My Eyes” and “Apology” and both songs have stories we can all relate too. Indi is going on her very first tour and what better way to do that than to perform back home in Australia.  Follow her journey @indiana

The triple threat rap group Warm Brew are here hanging out with me in the studio. We chop it up on how Ray, Manu and Serk Spliff linked up in High School and over time naturally transformed into Warm Brew, where it all took off. They play us there new tracks “Psychedelic” and “Butane” from there new album “New Content” coming out October 5th be on the lookout for that.  They share their creative process of making tracks and how it all comes about in the studio. Then we take a side step and find out a little more about there beer run and how everytime one of the member's shoes ends up in the crowd of there concerts. Follow Warm Brew here

DallasK does it all from DJing the world to producing/collaborating with some of the biggest EDM artists and now tapping into the pop scene as a singer. He sits down with me at Dash Radio, we get into his early career as a DJ and producing music then we jump forward into his journey where he is transitioning into a pop vocalist. “Recover” and “Love U Right” are DallasK's new singles and we are excited to share them with you.  Follow him here

Anakim’s journey started early on in his bedroom just playing around with Fruity loops and experimenting.  In our interview, he gets more into his internship with Dim Mak, and his acceptance to the esteemed music production school Icon Collective in Los Angeles. Anakim plays "Heightened Sensitivity” and  “Ascension” from his new 2 track EP and shares more about how outer space has influenced his music. Go follow Anakim on social media @anakimmusic

The trio comprised of Hoff, Lex and Metty stop by the studio to bring us their latest single “Nobody Dances”.  We sit down and talk about their origins as a band and how it all started with Splash House and Ayahuasca. Since then, the group has grown into a greater creative collective and has spawned a label called Field Notes which also produces events, manages talent, and so much more. Follow the trio @overjoymusic

It’s my pleasure to introduce you to Jeff from The Ivy Walls - we welcome him into Dash and he brings along there new single “White Ocean” from their latest album “Pheromones” - which by the way if you haven’t seen the music video yet to “White Ocean” there is a familiar face you can’t miss. We get insight into Jeff’s life from attending Santa Monica College where he met his bandmate Ryan, to his interesting stories behind creating some of their tracks and how they found their sound. Jeff is also passionate about rescuing dogs and the obsession he has with fruit snacks which we go on a hunt for after the interview. Follow the band @theivywalls

Singer/songwriter Charlee Remitz stops by to share her latest music, and her stories with me on Daily Discovery.  The twenty-something is incredibly candid about her influences from her upbringing in conservative Montana, to her current trials and tribulations in love.  Her latest singles "To Tell You The Truth" and "My Worst" really showcase her range and her ability to translate real-life feelings into beautiful feel-good songs.  Follow Charlee here  

Thoughtful, insightful and wise, Raz Simone has fused what started as a spoken word hobby into a successful artist career and now is building his empire.  The Seattle based mogul-in-the-making stopped by to see me on DASH Radio and brings in some of his latest work.  Check it out below and follow Raz Simone here

I can't wait to share this artist, Ginette Claudette with all of you.  She's an incredibly talented young singer/songwriter with such a powerful voice and story and she brings by her two newest singles, "True" and "Twisted" and plays them both live in studio!  Ginette is the daughter of famed Dominican singer, Ginette Claudette (senior?!) and is referred to as the "2.0" by her mother.  We talk about her journey throughout the industry and the 8 + 10 years to get to her first major release with Sony Red.  Follow Ginette here  

There's layers to an artist like Sophie Simmons.  Her songs are rooted in personal experiences and despite her young age, the maturity pours out of the lyrics she writes and gracefully accompanies with catchy pop hooks and melodies.  She's collaborated with some of the biggest artists in the dance world, Yellow Claw for "Home", "Cry Wolf", "Summertime" and has reached #1 in multiple countries with her cover of "Kiss Me" several years ago.  Recently, she stopped by the station to bring us her songs "Paper Cut" and "Black Mirror", both original singles that have been incredibly well received.  We chat about her process and her inspirations and some of her pet peeves.  Follow Sophie here