Underground Artists
Artists featured on Look at the Water Hole
Discover underground artists featured on Chaesar Videos. These interviews highlight emerging rappers, musicians, and creatives before they gain mainstream recognition.
Watch full interviews and explore artists early — before they blow up.
James Abyss
Horror artist exploring discomfort, interpretation, and dark creative themes.
Kayy Whyy
Emerging artist focused on emotional storytelling, melody, and personal perspective.
Why Episode 52 Took Longer — and Why That Matters
8TheGoonie Went From Sleeping in His Car to Rebuilding in Ohio’s Underground
An independent rapper who moved from Alabama to Ohio, 8TheGoonie is turning early talent, faith, and persistence into real momentum in the Columbus underground scene.
Big Chowdaa Wants the People Around Him to Win Just as Much as He Does
Columbus underground artist Big Chowdaa talks growth, fatherhood, and why building with his circle matters as much as numbers. He breaks down staying consistent, supporting his people, and carving a lane that’s bigger than streams.
From Legal Setbacks to Da Shuffla Con
Rebuilding momentum after setbacks, handling rollouts and event logistics, and pushing new music—the story behind doing it all and where it’s headed.
The Middle Arc: Quilly G on Waiting, Pressure, and Precision
Quilly G breaks down balancing perfectionism with progress, when to sit on songs versus drop, and dialing in the sound with intention.
Columbus Underground Artist Only1Check Is Turning Pain Into Purpose Through Music
Only1Check shares how tough moments are fueling more intentional music and choices—using art as a way forward.
Columbus Rapper SRT Scarlito Reflects on Pain, Progress, and Purpose in His First Interview
SRT Scarlito’s first real sit-down: what shaped him, what kept him moving, and what he wants the music to do next.
Columbus Rapper G Malio Uses Pain, Faith, and Fire Beats to Guide Listeners Through the Struggle
G Malio on channeling life into records, leaning on faith, and crafting songs that speak to people in the same fight.
A1.Blakie Blends Church Roots, Street Lessons, and Poetry Into a New Voice for Hip-Hop
Pop2Wavy talks indie moves, mental hurdles, and patience—aiming for songs that travel further than the moment.
Texas Artist Pop2wavy on Staying Independent, Battling Overthinking, and Building Music That Lasts
Hawaii Rapper Jrunk on Music, ADHD, and Hosting His Own Shows Before Turning 21
Jrunk runs through balancing ADHD, throwing shows, and keeping momentum while the sound keeps evolving.
Vryxster on Staying Youthful, Making Music, and Building a Life Rooted in Passion
Vryxster on protecting that kid energy, stacking reps in the studio, and letting passion lead the life plan.
Emerging Artists in Hawai'i Take the Stage: New Voices, Big Energy, and a Rising Scene
A look at the island scene—new names, packed rooms, and the spark pushing the next wave forward.
WingMan Productions Founder Stephen Wing on Building Brands, Learning From Failure, and Serving Small Businesses
Stephen Wing shares what works for clients, lessons from misses, and why service keeps the work steady.
Jah Soul on Fear, Growth, and Why Taking Action Is the Ultimate Key to Fulfillment
Jah Soul talks fear versus motion, lessons from doing, and lining life up with the work
IO Sorrow on Building a Career Through Loyalty, Growth, and Creative Freedom
IO Sorrow on day-ones, steady development, and keeping the music flexible while the vision stays clear.
Alex from Earth Fuses Music, Self-Discovery, and Creative Growth Across Genres
Alex traces the path so far—experimenting across lanes and finding identity in what sticks.
Hawaii Artist JRAWW Breaks Down Sad Boy Stories, Music Hustle, and Staying True Through the Struggles
JRAWW opens up about storytelling, pushing through setbacks, and staying consistent when it isn’t pretty.