Mia Snow: Foster Care, Survival, Faith & Her Rise in Music

Mia Snow: Foster Care, Survival, Faith & Her Rise in Music

In this episode of Mic’d Up with Myra, we sit down with Mia Snow for a raw and honest conversation about her journey through foster care, survival, faith, and finding her voice through music. Mia opens up about growing up in the system, navigating trauma, facing life-threatening situations, and how her belief in God helped guide her through it all. She shares how she started making music, built her career independently, and turned her pain into purpose. This conversation goes beyond music — it’s about resilience, identity, healing, and becoming who you’re meant to be.

Buelistic — From Rock Band Lead to Solo Visionary | Healing, Quantum Thinking & Creative Freedom

From Florida and Jamaica to Los Angeles—this is a story about building your path on your own terms. On this episode of Mic’d Up with Myra, Myra sits down with musician, educator, and creative Buelistic to talk about identity, discipline, healing, and what it really takes to evolve as an artist. From leading a rock band to stepping into her own solo vision, Buelistic opens up about breaking away from expectations, rebuilding her voice after damage, and expanding into science, wellness, and quantum-based thinking. This is a conversation about growth—personally, creatively, and spiritually. In this episode: • Growing up between Florida and Jamaica • Leaving a strict religious household to pursue creativity • Moving to California and finding independence • Becoming the lead singer of a rock band • Transitioning to a solo artist after a breakup • Healing vocal damage and rebuilding her sound • Balancing music, education, science, and wellness content • Viral TikTok moments and building an online audience • Writing books on quantum physics and manifestation • The vision of becoming an international artist Why this episode matters: This isn’t just about music—it’s about transformation. If you’re navigating identity, chasing creative freedom, or rebuilding yourself after setbacks, this episode gives you a grounded look at what that process really takes. uC9DYYntyMzU0g62400v Guest: Buelistic Instagram: @buelistic Music: Bueli Host: Myra Show: Mic’d Up with Myra Powered by: Broken Elevator Media Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro 00:35 – Florida roots & Jamaican background 01:50 – Growing up between two cultures 03:13 – Early creativity & art 04:45 – Moving to California 06:30 – Becoming a rock band lead singer 08:30 – Getting discovered 13:07 – Bringing the band to California 15:30 – Going solo after the band ended 17:30 – Artist vs educator identity 19:30 – Quantum physics & wellness 22:33 – Spiritual perspective on creation 24:30 – Purpose over motivation 26:30 – Strict religious upbringing 28:30 – Breaking away from expectations 30:30 – Vocal healing & new sound 32:30 – Creative process & collaborators 35:28 – Viral moment (Halle Bailey repost) 37:30 – TikTok controversy 40:30 – Social media growth 43:00 – Writing books 45:00 – International superstar vision 48:45 – Self-reflection on work ethic 49:30 – Lifestyle & balance 50:30 – Outro Key Moments: “I had to rebuild my voice from scratch.” “I chose purpose over comfort.” “My life is about creating, not conforming.” “I’m building something global.”

SYXFIGURES6 — From Intern to Chief of Staff | Music Industry Grind, A&R & Artist Life

From the Inland Empire to the inner circle of Eric Bellinger [chatgpt://generic-entity?number=0]—this is what the grind really looks like. On this episode of Mic’d Up with Myra, Myra sits down with artist, A&R, and entrepreneur SYXFIGURES6 [chatgpt://generic-entity?number=1] to break down her journey through the music industry—from driving sprinter vans during COVID to becoming Chief of Staff for one of R&B’s most respected artists. This conversation pulls back the curtain on what it actually takes to move behind the scenes, build relationships, and create real opportunities in Los Angeles. In this episode: • Experiencing Grammy Week in Los Angeles • Working behind the scenes in the music industry • The transition from intern to Chief of Staff • Balancing being an artist and an A&R • Managing talent and developing artists • Navigating networking in Hollywood • Being a Black woman in a male-dominated industry • Personal sacrifices, discipline, and long-term vision • Her goals for music, acting, and what’s next Why this episode matters: This isn’t just about the spotlight—it’s about the work that happens before it. If you’re trying to break into the industry, build leverage, or understand how real careers are built behind the scenes, this episode gives you the blueprint. Guest: SYXFIGURES6 [chatgpt://generic-entity?number=2] Instagram: @syxfigures6 Host: Myra Show: Mic’d Up with Myra Powered by: Broken Elevator Media Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro 00:24 – Grammy Week in LA 01:20 – Favorite events & moments 02:36 – OT Genasis karaoke story 03:35 – Acting & voice goals 05:00 – Networking in Hollywood 07:00 – Working with Eric Bellinger 09:00 – Internship before COVID 10:40 – Driving the sprinter van 12:20 – Sacrifices & late nights 14:00 – Becoming Chief of Staff 16:00 – A&R & artist management 18:20 – Artist vs executive balance 20:30 – Artists she’s developing 22:30 – Music inspiration 24:00 – Studio storytelling 25:23 – IE to Los Angeles 27:30 – Growing up in church 30:00 – Family & personal growth 32:30 – Leaving comfort to grow 34:30 – Real friendships in LA 36:30 – Women in music 38:10 – Advice for women 39:00 – Outro Key Moments: “I started wherever I was needed.” “You have to outwork your position.” “Relationships are everything in this industry.” “You can’t be afraid to start at the bottom.”

Lucifena — Lil Wayne DM, Young Money Deal & Genre-Bending Rise | Mic’d Up with Myra

A random DM from Lil Wayne [chatgpt://generic-entity?number=0] changed everything. On Season 3, Episode 1 of Mic’d Up with Myra, Myra sits down with Lucifena [chatgpt://generic-entity?number=1] to break down the real story behind getting discovered, landing a Young Money Entertainment [chatgpt://generic-entity?number=2] deal, and building a sound that blends metal, rap, and alternative into something entirely her own. From hardcore roots to touring with one of the biggest names in music, Lucifena opens up about the moments that shaped her—and what’s coming next. In this episode: • The DM from Lil Wayne that started it all • How “Tyrant” turned into a collaboration • Getting signed to Young Money • Touring with Wayne and adjusting to that level • From hardcore/metal beginnings to genre-bending artist • The American Idol story—what really happened behind the scenes • Building a strong artist identity and visual style • Working with Sid Wilson [chatgpt://generic-entity?number=3] and crossing into the metal world • New album direction and dream collaborations • Acting goals, horror films, and creative expansion • Advice for artists trying to break through Why this episode matters: This isn’t just about getting “put on.” It’s about being ready when the moment finds you—and building something that doesn’t fit into a box. Guest: Lucifena [chatgpt://generic-entity?number=4] Instagram: @lucifenaa Host: Myra Show: Mic’d Up with Myra Powered by: Broken Elevator Media Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro + Lil Wayne tour recap 01:05 – The DM from Lil Wayne 04:10 – “Tyrant” + collab process 07:40 – Touring with Wayne 10:55 – Origins: hardcore/metal roots 14:30 – American Idol story 18:25 – Style + red hair era 21:10 – Working with Sid Wilson 23:35 – New album direction 26:40 – LA nightlife + balance 29:20 – Makeup + brand era 32:10 – Acting + horror goals 35:05 – Advice for artists 37:40 – Outro Key Moments: “Wayne hit me out of nowhere.” “You have to be ready when the opportunity comes.” “I’m not trying to fit into a genre.” “Everything I do is intentional.”

Sid Wilson (Slipknot) — Chaos, Culture & Legacy | Hall of Frames

Heavy metal legend. DJ. Producer. Visionary. On this episode of Hall of Frames, Myra sits down with Sid Wilson [chatgpt://generic-entity?number=0] of Slipknot [chatgpt://generic-entity?number=1] for a raw, unfiltered conversation about music, chaos, brotherhood, spirituality, and building something that lives beyond you. From the early days in Des Moines to becoming part of one of the most influential bands in modern music, Sid breaks down how Slipknot was built from the ground up—and why it evolved into something much bigger than just a band. This is a conversation about identity, discipline, purpose, and legacy. In this episode: • The real origin story of Slipknot before the spotlight • How Sid earned his place in the group • The mindset behind never missing a show • Building momentum before industry recognition • Why Slipknot became a culture—not just a band • Injuries, sacrifice, and commitment to the craft • Spirituality, ego, and the meaning behind “Number 0” • Fatherhood, love, and life beyond music • Creativity, technology, and what’s next Why this episode matters: Sid doesn’t just talk about success—he breaks down the cost of it. If you’re building something, chasing longevity, or trying to create impact that outlives you, this episode gives you the mindset behind it. Guest: Sid Wilson [chatgpt://generic-entity?number=2] Instagram: @sidthe3rd Host: Myra Show: Hall of Frames Powered by: Broken Elevator Media Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro 02:10 – Slipknot origin story 05:40 – DJ roots & influences 10:30 – Meeting Paul Gray 15:20 – Earning his place 20:45 – Chaos & getting signed 27:30 – Building momentum 34:40 – Injuries & discipline 41:10 – Becoming a culture 46:30 – Identity & spirituality 53:20 – Fame & privacy 59:40 – Fatherhood & love 01:07:00 – Creativity & future