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The Cypher

The Cypher

By Olly Azeez

Join Olly Azeez, Paul Mithon and Joseph Lee as they showcase the talent of Toronto’s upcoming artists and creatives around the GTA. We’re gonna bring you valuable and entertaining conversations around Toronto’s music scene. With new episodes come new artists to discover... Welcome to The Cypher!
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#29 Best Movie/TV soundtrack combos

The CypherAug 23, 2022

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#29 Best Movie/TV soundtrack combos

#29 Best Movie/TV soundtrack combos

In this episode, Olly and Paul Mithon sit down and create a sort of tier list of some of the best movie and soundtrack combos. What makes that combo so good?


Hosted by: Olly Azeez & Paul Mithon

Edited by: Olly Azeez

Produced by Olly Azeez

Aug 23, 202234:16
#28 Mat The Eye Part 2

#28 Mat The Eye Part 2

In this episode, we interview Mat The Eye, a digital creator who's photographed for the likes of Wondergurl, Cardi B and more. Matt talks to us about how he pivoted his career from a photographer to a more lucrative but creative career. This is the first part of the episode, part 2 will follow day behind.

Produced by: Olly Azeez

Aug 13, 202253:00
#28 Mat The Eye Part 1

#28 Mat The Eye Part 1

In this episode, we interview Mat The Eye, a digital creator who's photographed for the likes of Wondergurl, Cardi B and more. Matt talks to us about how he pivoted his career from a photographer to a more lucrative but creative career. This is the first part of the episode, part 2 will follow day behind.

Produced by: Olly Azeez

Edited by Olly Azeez

Aug 03, 202231:13
# 27 - Pascal "Arpeggio" Adesina - Extended

# 27 - Pascal "Arpeggio" Adesina - Extended

In this Episode we meet Pascal “Arpeggio” Adesina he’s and up and coming talented musician, but his bread and butter is the electric guitar. Tune into this episode where we talk about his journey and goal as a musician. Find his Instagram at @p.adesina and our instagram at @cypherpod

Edited by: Olly Azeez

Jul 01, 202201:51:39
#26 Monica Brighton

#26 Monica Brighton

Today Olly sits down with Monica Brighton. She's a producer, composer, and the host of TVO's Backyard Beats. Monica joins us to talk about her journey from growing up in a band, falling in and out of love with art, and how she landed her TVO role midway through university. Check this out!


Edited by Paul Mithon

Produced by: Olly Azeez

May 09, 202226:41
#25 Mike Alves

#25 Mike Alves

Today Olly sits down with Mike Alves, an animator/VFX artist currently show running an animated show called "Pound Dogs". We talk about the process of creating an animated show and what to look forward to. Check this out!

Edited by Olly Azeez

Produced by Olly Azeez

Apr 07, 202227:40
#24 The State Of New Gen Artists

#24 The State Of New Gen Artists

This episode we decided to take a step back and look at the current trajectory of the new generation of artists. How different are they compared to artists from older generations?

Produced by Oly Azeez

Edited by Paul Mithon

Hosted by Olly Azeez & Paul Mithon

Mar 23, 202225:17
#23 What Defines A Rapper?

#23 What Defines A Rapper?

In this episode we sit down with the crew finally in person after two years to discuss what is a rapper along other things.

Hosted by Olly Azeez

Produced by Olly Azeez

Edited by Olly Azeez


Mar 17, 202248:03
Episode 22: VLNO Mode Dystopia Collection Drop Part 2
Nov 26, 202120:17
Episode 20: WE BACK! Again!

Episode 20: WE BACK! Again!

In this episode, we're back with the crew sitting down and catching up what we've been up to since episode 19 a few months back.

Cypher Crew - @cypherpod Olly Azeez @that_guy_ollywood Paul Mithon @paul.mostdope

Hosted by Olly Azeez, Paul Mithon and Joseph Lee
Produced by: Olly Azeez
Edited by: Olly Azeez
Nov 25, 202129:21
Episode 21: VLNO Mode The Dystopia Collection Drop Part 1
Nov 25, 202119:45
Episode 19: VLNO Mode - The Come Up Of The Brand

Episode 19: VLNO Mode - The Come Up Of The Brand

In this episode, we sit down with the co-designers of the fashion brand VLNO Mode. We talk about their ruff journey starting up the brand, from coming up with the name to being scammed out of their money. We also dived into what the creative process is like coming up with ideas for themes, clothing and even their own philosophy on fashion. VLNO Mode @vlnomode Co-designers - Jeffery @1of1h.f Duke @Dukeofearth_ Cypher Crew - @cypherpod Olly Azeez @that_guy_ollywood Paul Mithon @paul.mostdope Hosted by Olly Azeez & Paul Mithon Produced by: Olly Azeez Edited by: Olly Azeez
Jun 04, 202101:03:21
Episode 18: Verzuz Battles and Who’s The King of R&B?

Episode 18: Verzuz Battles and Who’s The King of R&B?

In this episode, we chop it with the whole crew again talking about who would win in a Verzuz battle, Chris Brown or Usher? That also leads to a discussion about who’s the current King/Queen of R&B right now. Find the full visuals to the episodes on YouTube at […]
Apr 03, 202123:38
Episode 17: The Crew's All Back Together Again?

Episode 17: The Crew's All Back Together Again?

In this episode, we bring Shiloh back on after a while of not being around; we talk music and the different trends going around Pop and Hip Hop music right now. Find the full visuals on YouTube Tiger Eye Productions. Find us on Instagram @cypherpod @that_guy_ollywood @shilohocean @905gonzo @paul.mostdope
Mar 29, 202134:42
Episode 16: Matthew Bayden – Producer, Manager and Drummer? And Tour Life In a Pandemic

Episode 16: Matthew Bayden – Producer, Manager and Drummer? And Tour Life In a Pandemic

In this episode, we sit down with Matthew Bayden, a drummer, producer and manager. We get his perspective on the current music scene in Toronto and DC and what the new sound looks like from an artist's perspective as they reflect on their music and evolve. We also touch base on what the tour life is gonna be like coming out of the pandemic. Check out the full […]
Mar 27, 202130:11
Episode 15: Kwaku Agyemang – Guiding Or Managing an Artist?

Episode 15: Kwaku Agyemang – Guiding Or Managing an Artist?

In this episode we sit down with Kwaku Agyemang and we get into the discussion of the lifespan of an artist both in the city and in general. We also got into his perspective as someone who works with artists as more of a counsellor and less of a manager […]
Mar 19, 202129:05
Episode 14: Pascal “Arpeggio” Adesina- Lessons from 2020, and Immaculate Vibes

Episode 14: Pascal “Arpeggio” Adesina- Lessons from 2020, and Immaculate Vibes

In this Episode we meet Pascal “Arpeggio” Adesina he’s and up and coming talented musician, but his bread and butter is the electric guitar. Tune into this episode where we talk about his journey and goal as a musician. Find his Instagram at @p.adesina and our instagram at @cypherpod our […]
Feb 27, 202131:30
Episode 12 Mutari – MOMMA, New Music and Foreign Sound

Episode 12 Mutari – MOMMA, New Music and Foreign Sound

In this episode, we had Mutari join us on the pod. We talked about his new song that’s been blowing up called MOMMA as well as he gave us a taste of his newest unreleased song. Check us out on Instagram @cypherpod @that_guy_ollywood @905Gonzo and @mutarimusic
Dec 16, 202001:06:12
Episode 11: AkinToye – New Album Debut, Going TikTok Famous

Episode 11: AkinToye – New Album Debut, Going TikTok Famous

In this episode, we sit down with Akin Toye and discuss his fame on TikTok and the release of his second album of the tear. Follow us on Instagram @cypherpod
Dec 03, 202001:10:54
Episode 10: Richard Marshall, Finding My Creative Identity

Episode 10: Richard Marshall, Finding My Creative Identity

Nov 05, 202048:22
Episode 9: Tracey Kayy – Music Life In Quarantine Times

Episode 9: Tracey Kayy – Music Life In Quarantine Times

Oct 30, 202051:05
Episode 8: We back in business

Episode 8: We back in business

Oct 27, 202043:28
Episode 7: Kei-ez - Music Connections, Creative Diversity And Album Debut

Episode 7: Kei-ez - Music Connections, Creative Diversity And Album Debut

Mar 17, 202032:33
Episode 6: DanielSimpson - Performing, Church Life and Genre Bending

Episode 6: DanielSimpson - Performing, Church Life and Genre Bending

Mar 17, 202052:51
Episode 5: Bleu Valentine - Song Debut, Musical Journey

Episode 5: Bleu Valentine - Song Debut, Musical Journey

In this episode, we meet Bleu Valentine, an emerging artist from Toronto, we talk about her latest song debut, "Deja Vu," released on February 14. We get into her style as a growing artist finding her sound and how genre-bending plays a role in that musical journey.
Mar 01, 202042:05
Episode 4: Mr A. The Martian Music Trends And His Team

Episode 4: Mr A. The Martian Music Trends And His Team

In this episode, we sit down with Mr. A The Martian an upcoming rapper out of Brampton, we talked about his musical inspiration of the past and current styles of music and hip hop.
Feb 28, 202051:57
Episode 2: Kanye West, City Music and More

Episode 2: Kanye West, City Music and More

Feb 03, 202015:58
Episode 1: Oshanna REVAMPED – Her Journey and Defining Her sound

Episode 1: Oshanna REVAMPED – Her Journey and Defining Her sound

Hey Guys this is a revamped version of our first episode, we had to rework some things but here it is again. We got to talk about her journey so far and her experience going through it. Follow us on Instagram @cypherpod @that_guy_ollywood @paul.mostdope @905gonzo
Oct 30, 201937:18