**Underground Nation Podcast**
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In this explosive episode of the Underground Nation Podcast, hosted by the ghost of Bounce Ball Boogie, we sit down with two rising forces in underground music — DJ Cyka and SP@D3Z of Mizfitz Productions.
Hailing from Tulsa, Oklahoma, SP@D3Z is pioneering a powerful new genre known as Metal Trap, blending aggressive energy with raw mental health awareness. Having shared stages with artists like King ISO, Twiztid, and LSP, SP@D3Z is building a name nationwide with intense live performances and his breakout track “Riot.”
Joining him is DJ Cyka — producer, DJ, promoter, and creative visionary behind Mizfitz Productions. A graduate of Los Angeles Film School, she combines technical skill with emotional storytelling, using music as a platform to advocate for mental health, loyalty, and community in the underground scene.
In this episode, we dive deep into:
The creation of the Metal Trap sound
Building an independent music brand from the ground up
Mental health awareness in underground hip-hop and metal
Touring, festival performances, and live show experiences
The financial realities of being an independent recording artist
How to turn passion into profit without losing authenticity
This conversation is for independent artists, music producers, DJs, horrorcore fans, metal heads, underground hip-hop supporters, and anyone navigating mental health while chasing a dream.
If you’re looking for real stories, raw energy, and unfiltered truths about the underground music grind — this episode is for you.
📲 Connect with DJ Cyka
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Deejay.Cyka/
Facebook (Alt): https://www.facebook.com/dj.cyka
Email: mizfitzproductions@gmail.com
YouTube: Search “DaRealDJCyka”
📲 Connect with SP@D3Z
Email: antonioporter83rd@yahoo.com
Social Media: Search “Antonio Porter SP@D3Z” on Facebook, Instagram & YouTube
🎧 Don’t forget to like, follow, and subscribe to DJ Cyka and SP@D3Z on all streaming platforms.
And for everything happening beneath the surface of music culture, visit underground-nation.com — your number one source for everything underground.
Manny Fresh Unmasked: The Real Story of Alctraz 187
Season 2 · Episode 52
Saturday, February 7, 2026 • Duration 01:11:19
In this episode of the Underground Nation Podcast, host Bounce Ball Boogie (Host with the Ghost) sits down with Manny Fresh, also known as Alcatraz 187 (Manuel A. Zamora Jr.), for a raw and thought-provoking conversation about identity, authenticity, and building a persona from real-life experience.
Manny breaks down how the Alcatraz 187 character was influenced by jail culture, underground environments, and WWE-style storytelling, and how those elements helped shape not just a wrestling persona, but his voice across multiple platforms.
The conversation also explores Manny’s journey working within the ICP / Shaggy Show orbit, hosting his own podcast TALKS HIT, and creating honest, no-filter commentary through his YouTube content. Rather than chasing trends or algorithms, Manny shares how staying consistent with who you are — even when it’s uncomfortable — becomes the real foundation for longevity.
This episode covers:
How real-life experiences shape powerful personas
The influence of jail culture on mindset and identity
WWE’s role in character creation and storytelling
Manny’s connection to ICP and underground media
The balance between entertainment and authenticity
Advice for creators trying to find their true voice
If you’re into underground culture, independent media, pro wrestling, ICP, real conversations, and personal growth, this episode delivers insight, reflection, and perspective without gimmicks or filters.
🎙 New episode drops Friday at 9PM EST on the Underground Nation Podcast
Hosted by Bounce Ball Boogie.
Visit underground-nation.com and download the Underground Nation App, now available on the Google Play Store.
From Heartbreak to Healing: Heather Riffel on Love, Music & Truth
Season 2 · Episode 51
Saturday, January 31, 2026 • Duration 30:39
In this powerful episode of the Underground Nation Podcast, host Bounce Ball Boogie sits down with singer and songwriter Heather Riffel for an unfiltered conversation about love, heartbreak, and emotional truth behind her song “He Loves Me Not.”
Heather opens up about the real experiences that shaped her music, the vulnerability of sharing personal stories with the world, and how emotional pain can transform into artistic strength. From creative process to personal growth, this episode explores the deeper side of being an independent artist in today’s music industry.
If you’re a fan of soulful music, real conversations, and authentic storytelling, this episode offers insight, inspiration, and raw honesty you won’t find anywhere else.
🎙️ Guest: Heather Riffel
https://youtube.com/c/heatheriffel
🎧 Host: Bounce Ball Boogie
📍 Recorded live on TikTok
From Federal Service to Unfiltered Truth: A Conversation with Ignacio Esteban
Season 2 · Episode 50
Saturday, January 24, 2026 • Duration 55:33
In this powerful episode of the Underground Nation Podcast, host Bounce Ball Boogie sits down with Ignacio Esteban, a retired federal agent and outspoken writer, for a raw and eye-opening conversation about identity theft, modern crime, and the hidden risks most people ignore — especially during tax season.
Ignacio shares real-world insight from decades of federal service, breaking down how identity theft happens, why tax season is prime time for criminals, and the long-term damage stolen identities can cause — from frozen bank accounts and denied tax refunds to months or even years of financial recovery.
This episode goes beyond headlines and fear-based narratives. It explores risk management, personal responsibility, digital exposure, and the importance of having protection in place before something goes wrong. Whether you’re filing taxes, running a household, or simply trying to stay one step ahead in today’s digital world, this conversation delivers perspective you won’t hear anywhere else.
If you’re concerned about identity theft protection, tax fraud prevention, financial security, or real-life crime stories, this episode is a must-listen.
👉 Learn more, explore exclusive interviews, and pick up the latest issue of Underground Nation Magazine — available in physical print shipped to your doorstep — at Underground-Nation.com.
Refuse to Lose Mentality: Lil Sicx Breaks Down the Reality of Independent Rap
Season 2 · Episode 49
Saturday, January 17, 2026 • Duration 40:52
In this exclusive episode of the Underground Nation Podcast, host-with-the-ghost Bounce Ball Boogie sits down with Sacramento underground hip-hop artist Lil Sicx for a raw, unfiltered conversation about music, mindset, and survival in the independent rap scene.
Known for his dark, aggressive style and horrorcore-influenced storytelling, Lil Sicx opens up about the meaning behind tracks like “Refuse to Lose” and “Limit Break,” his creative process, and the mental discipline required to stay consistent in an industry that offers no shortcuts. This interview dives deep into underground hip-hop culture, independent artist struggles, West Coast rap influence, and what it truly takes to keep pushing when the odds are stacked against you.
This episode is a must-watch for fans of underground rap, horrorcore hip-hop, independent artists, and anyone looking for motivation rooted in real experience—not industry hype.
Discover new music, hear exclusive insights, and connect with the voices shaping the underground.
Visit underground-nation.com to explore the latest issue of Underground Nation Magazine, dropping this Christmas, featuring independent artists, exclusive interviews, and authentic underground culture.
Contact LIL SICX:
Instagram: @lilsicx
Facebook page: Lil Sicx
YouTube: Lil Sicx TV
Breakdowns from the Midwest Graveyard: Creation Denied
Season 2 · Episode 48
Tuesday, December 23, 2025 • Duration 29:38
Creation Denied is a metalcore band from Northern Illinois delivering a relentless blend of crushing breakdowns, aggressive riffs, and emotionally charged intensity. Drawing influence from genre-defining acts such as Sepultura, The Acacia Strain, and classic-era As I Lay Dying, Creation Denied fuses old-school heaviness with modern production to create a sound that is both brutal and refined.
Founded by Anthony “Tater” Szatech (lead guitar, backing vocals), the band features Matt Pickett on bass, Austin Shelton on rhythm guitar, Shawn Dotson on lead vocals, and Caleb Jennings on drums. Caleb also handles recording, writing, melodic vocals, mixing, and mastering, giving the band full creative control over their sound and vision.
As a fully independent and self-produced metalcore act, Creation Denied represents the modern underground grind — authentic, disciplined, and unapologetically heavy. The band is currently promoting their latest single, “CASKET,” releasing everywhere on Halloween, a track that showcases their signature balance of brutality, atmosphere, and emotional depth.
Perfect for fans of metalcore, deathcore, heavy metal, and underground music, Creation Denied continues to build momentum through powerful releases, tight musicianship, and a commitment to staying true to their craft.
📲 Contact & Band Information
Band Name: Creation Denied
Genre: Metalcore
Location: Northern Illinois, USA
🔗 Socials & Streaming
Spotify / Apple Music / All Streaming Platforms: Search Creation Denied
Facebook: Creation Denied
Instagram: @creationdenied
From Childhood Entrepreneur to Creator Mentor: Natalie NewDay’s Blueprint for Purpose-Driven Success
Season 2 · Episode 47
Saturday, December 20, 2025 • Duration 50:58
In this powerful and inspiring episode of the Underground Nation Podcast, host-with-the-ghost Bounce Ball Boogie sits down with Natalie “Nat” NewDay, a faith-driven entrepreneur, live host, and content coach who has been building businesses since the age of nine.
Natalie shares her journey of entrepreneurship, faith, and mentorship, revealing how her belief system has shaped every season of her life and business. From early hustles to leading creator communities, this conversation explores what it truly means to build with purpose instead of chasing quick wins.
As the founder of Nat Pack Nation, Natalie is helping creators stop moving alone and start growing together. She also dives into her upcoming mentorship initiatives, including her TikTok-focused coaching programs designed to help new and aspiring creators find their voice, establish a strong brand identity, and learn how to monetize authentically on social media.
This episode covers:
Faith-centered entrepreneurship and long-term vision
Creator branding and finding your authentic voice
Mentorship, leadership, and empowering others
Financial mindset shifts that hold entrepreneurs back
Building legacy over instant gratification
If you’re a content creator, entrepreneur, or visionary struggling to align purpose with profit, this conversation will challenge and encourage you to think bigger, move smarter, and build for impact.
🔗 CONTACT & CONNECTIONS
Natalie “Nat” NewDay
TikTok: @NEWDAYWITHNAT
Community / Agency: Nat Pack Nation
newdaywithnat@gmail.com
Underground Nation Podcast & Magazine
Website: https://underground-nation.com
Alchemy in Motion: How Dee Alkemist Rebuilt His Life, Vision, and Voice
Tuesday, December 16, 2025 • Duration 01:01:12
In this powerful and deeply human episode of the Underground Nation Podcast, your host-with-the-ghost, Bounce Ball Boogie, sits down with Las Vegas lyricist, storyteller, and survivor — Dee Alkemist. Known for blending raw hip-hop, motivational energy, and transformational truth, Dee brings a rare authenticity that resonates with anyone who has ever struggled, rebuilt, or reinvented themselves from the ground up.
Hailing from the 702, fluent in both English and Sign Language, and four years sober after surviving addiction, the streets, and a life-changing medical trauma, Dee Alkemist has emerged as one of the most compelling new voices in underground music. His mission is crystal clear: motivate, educate, and elevate — using his story not as a wound, but as a weapon for healing.
In this episode, Dee opens up about the defining moments that shaped him, the battles he fought to reclaim his life, and the mindset that allows him to turn darkness into gold — the true meaning behind the name The Alkemist. From his journey of sobriety, to discovering self-worth, to transforming real pain into lyrical fire, this conversation digs deep into the heart of an artist who refuses to be anything but authentic.
We also explore:
How Dee Alkemist found his sound and artistic identity
His emotional journey through addiction and recovery
How he uses videography and photography to enhance his storytelling
The role that discipline, faith, and self-awareness play in his daily growth
What it means to inspire healing through music in today’s world
His biggest challenges as an independent artist
The financial lessons and business obstacles that most rising artists face
Listeners get an exclusive look into the creative mind of an artist who has lived multiple lives and turned every chapter into something meaningful. Whether you’re a creator, a fighter, or someone searching for hope, Dee Alkemist’s story delivers impact, truth, and transformation.
We also break down the business side of the journey — with thought-provoking questions about financial stability, artistic investment, passive income opportunities, and the realities of sustaining a music career while building a movement from scratch.
By the end, Dee shares a heartfelt message for listeners who feel stuck, broken, or afraid to start over. His advice is a reminder that no matter how dark life gets, you are one choice away from a new beginning — and the power to rewrite your story is always within reach.
👇 Connect with The Alkemist:
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deealkemist
📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Dee-Alkemist/100085517223114
🎵 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5nZP6zPvSXRVP2bcEKZ2LF
🎶 Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/dee-alkemist/1693665206
🎥 TikTok: @deealkemist
🔗 Explore more underground culture at Underground-Nation.com
KOAT Records Takeover: Oceanside Kings of All Trades
Season 2 · Episode 45
Sunday, December 14, 2025 • Duration 53:01
Get ready — on this episode of Underground Nation, your host-with-the-Ghost, Bounce Ball Boogie, sits down with the crew behind KOAT Records — Oib1, Gideon & ZahZahZay — the independent Oceanside collective making real noise. We unpack the story behind the name “Kings of All Trades,” explore the hustle behind their music & movement, and discover what it really takes to build a legacy from the ground up.
Tune in as KOAT breaks down: their origin story, creative process, what “movement over label” means to them, and how they stay sharp in an industry built on streams and hype. We dive deep — from lyrics to lifestyle, from collaboration dynamics to business strategy. You’ll hear about their upcoming tour plans for 2026, the grind behind their latest releases, and their vision for the future.
This isn’t just talk — it’s practical insight for anyone grinding to turn their passion into purpose. Whether you’re an aspiring artist, an indie label hopeful, or someone trying to build something real from hustle + heart, this episode brings the truth.
Plus: find out how KOAT stays independent — from managing creative control to reinvesting in their craft, balancing art with business, and building a community that uplifts rather than competes.
Connect with KOAT Records:
Official website & merch store: https://koatrecords.store/
Booking & Inquiries: koatrecords@gmail.com
Instagram: @koat_records
If you’re feeling the vibe — smash that play button, hit follow, and join the movement.
Haunted by Purpose: The Evolution of HYBRED 757
Season 2 · Episode 42
Sunday, December 7, 2025 • Duration 01:00:47
Welcome back to the Underground Nation Podcast, hosted by your host-with-the-ghost Bounce Ball Boogie — diving deep beneath the surface to showcase the rawest hidden talent in music, film, and hip-hop culture.
In this episode, we enter the dark and cinematic world of HYBRED 757 — a one-of-a-kind rapper, filmmaker, combat veteran, and horror-driven storyteller whose life has been shaped by trauma, war, adrenaline, and relentless creativity.
Born in Rota, Spain, and raised across the United States, HYBRED 757 never had the chance to put down roots. Constantly moving from school to school while growing up with pale skin and red hair, he quickly learned what it meant to feel like an outsider. That red-haired spirit inspired the stage name “HybRED,” which later evolved into HYBRED 757 to represent his new home in Virginia.
Military life runs deep in his bloodline. HYBRED served in the U.S. Army, deploying to Iraq multiple times and experiencing the harsh realities of war firsthand. Those memories — the pain, survival instincts, and loss — would eventually fuel the core of his writing style. After a career-ending knee injury and an unexpected discharge, he returned home battling PTSD, identity shifts, fatherhood challenges, and the search for adrenaline outside the battlefield.
He found it in street racing, physical fitness, filmmaking, and eventually horrorcore hip-hop.
But HYBRED 757 doesn’t simply rap — he builds universes.
Through his characters Lil Rory (his younger inner self) and Sinnister Rabbit (a twisted creation born from trauma), HYBRED merges reality with fiction to expose dark truths through humor, violence, and psychological horror. His music reflects everything he endured: abusive stepfathers, broken relationships, mental wars, reintegration after deployment, and the haunting weight of memories that never fully fade.
You may have seen his post-apocalyptic vehicles and costumes at Wasteland Weekend or watched him in film projects like A-Haunting or the indie short Fastlanders — a five-year grind made with zero budget, pure passion, and a desire to push boundaries. Now, he’s channeling that same fire into an evolving sound that refuses to copy the mainstream.
In this powerful and unfiltered interview, HYBRED 757 talks:
🎙️ Major topics in this episode
How trauma became fuel for his art
Why fictional characters allow real stories to be told
The hardest and most healing moments from his military past
What it takes to raise a family while building a career in the underground
His transition from filmmaking to horrorcore
The mental war after the physical one ends
Faith, identity, and life after combat
Why authenticity beats clout chasing — always
HYBRED 757 is here to reshape the underground landscape with music that feels like a movie: dark, emotional, intelligent, and unapologetically real. Fans of ICP, Twiztid, Geto Boys, Brother Lynch Hung, Doomsday Productions, and metal-infused rap will feel right at home.
If you’re ready for a raw look into the mind of a man who’s survived both battlefields and internal demons… buckle up.
This is HYBRED 757.
This is the Underworld Mindset.
This is Underground Nation.
🌐 Connect & Discover More
🎧 Listen to HYBRED 757 on all major streaming platforms
📍 Follow him on social media — @hybred757
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