I am finally back (after a brief hiatus). Not only with a new episode, but also with a 4 month-old daughter.

Today's episode, recorded earlier this year while I was pregnant, is short & sweet, but FEISTY .

I haven’t met anyone as determined to make sh** happen as Mariposa. She completely won me over from our very first chat and I couldn’t wait to share with you her story and badass personality.

Her Spotify bio gives you a hint of who she is as an artist but in this conversation you will learn who the actual human behind the artist is and maybe get some inspiration to also grab your destiny in your own hands and build the life that you want, with integrity, creativity and courage (like she did).

She’s unapologetically herself, multi-talented, mega badass, but somehow manages to stay humble and super nice. She’s an actual queen.
Amsterdam raised, Colombian-Italian, Mariposa is the thrilling global Y2K-tinged artist you need to know. She is redefining what Latin rap can be today with her sound and DIY-aesthetic. She taught herself how to make music and put out her first songs in 2021. She is at the forefront of a movement shifting the music landscape to be more fluid and inclusive, representing a generation that exists between cultures, languages, genres and multi-dimensional identities.

Please enjoy our chat and watch out for more BTS content on the @addtoqueue_ IG. Also make sure to follow Mariposa and stream her music HERE.

Thanks for listening!

Today’s guest is a truly remarkable young woman. An example of resilience, perseverance, unapologetic optimism and relentless hard work, all in service of her lifelong pursuit to live and breathe her passion and purpose.

I felt truly blessed to have had the chance to meet the mega talented and warm-hearted Toya K, during her short visit to Amsterdam, from her current residence in Paris. In this episode, we discuss her roots, her values, stemmed from a unique upbringing in the the serene village of Grashoek, Namibia, her inspiring mindset, which we can all learn from and her selfless dedication to a greater purpose beyond her music success.

Toya K’s musical journey began at a young age when she actively participated in school choirs and talent shows. This passion for music was further fueled by the vibrant musical culture of the predominantly Ju/hoansi San community in her village, where singing and dancing were integral parts of life.

She particularly resonates with artists like Nina Simone, whose impactful song"Black Bird" left a profound mark on her, shaping her identity as a black woman in the most empowering way.

Toya made her debut in the music scene with the release of her song "On Time" in February 2022. She recently released her debut EP ‘Divine Intervention’ - a fusion of Afropop, Amapiano, and R&B/Soul elements, reflecting her diverse musical talents and her ability to evoke deep emotions through her music. She gives more details on her music process and the meanings of some of her most successful songs to date during our conversation. Please enjoy and don’t forget to follow Toya on Instagram @toyurrr and Spotify @Toya K.

For exclusive video content from this episode, check out the ATQ Instagram page @addtoqueue_ .

Back in April I sat down with the multi-talented Kody Chambers, learning about jazz, instrument harmonies, advertising and film music production. All while getting a shot of inspiration for how to live your best life by following your dreams.

Kody is an American composer, music producer, award-winning multi-instrumentalist, vocalist and songwriter. He started off as a jazz trumpet player and composer in Toronto and New York City, then made his way to Amsterdam where he initially was a music supervisor at MassiveMusic.

Currently he continues to grow in his craft and infuse every project he works on with his unique approach, informed by his knowledge of musical harmony and production techniques, as well as his experience in collaborating with international directors and creatives across both film and advertising.

It was truly fascinating speaking to him and learning how his mind operates when it comes to music production, composing, but also how music helps him process certain life experiences and emotions, so please enjoy our conversation.