In this episode of the DJ Pest Podcast, we sit down with ​⁠​⁠ , a rising artist whose journey from poetry to music has inspired a growing fan base.

Yana shares how writing poetry shaped her as a songwriter, the life-changing moment that drew her to the studio, and how taking time off helped her rediscover her sound. She’s already dropped multiple songs in 2025 and continues to grow as an artist determined to make her mark.

Tap in to hear her story, creative process, and what’s next for Yana — plus a fun rapid-fire round to close it out!

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⏱️ Chapters:

0:00 – Intro

1:41 – When Yana realized she wanted to make music

2:34 – How poetry helped her write songs

3:21 – The moment she fell in love with creating

4:17 – How Yana’s music has evolved

5:30 – What her break from music taught her

6:34 – What inspired her new approach to music

9:41 – What a day in Yana’s life looks like

11:24 – Her favorite performance so far

14:21 – What’s next for Yana

15:48 – Rapid-fire fun questions

🎥 DJ Pest Podcast | Exclusive Interview with Pete Ivy 🎤

In this episode, DJ Pest sits down with Pete Ivy, an artist making serious noise with his authentic sound and Midwest energy. They talk about everything from his creative process in the studio to his Michigan roots and who he’s looking to collaborate with next in Arizona. Plus — stay tuned until the end for a live performance!

👇 Timestamps

0:00 – Intro

0:17 – What’s on the floor for you right now?

1:06 – What’s the name of the record label?

1:14 – Where are you from?

4:00 – What’s the first part of a song you finish in the studio?

5:16 – You can tell by the lingo Pete Ivy is from Michigan

8:06 – Who do you want to collab with in Arizona?

9:49 – Pete Ivy Performs

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On this episode of The DJ Pest Podcast, I sit down with the one and only CeCe Peniston — the powerhouse voice behind the timeless anthem “Finally.” From her beginnings in Dayton and Phoenix, to becoming Miss Black Arizona, to dominating the charts with 5 No. 1 dance hits in the ’90s, CeCe shares her story, wisdom, and the journey that made her a global icon.

We talk about everything — her start in music, the pressure of finishing her debut album in just two months, performing for legends like Aretha Franklin and the Pope, and why “Finally” continues to connect across generations. She also drops gems for young women in the music industry and gives us a sneak peek at what’s next for her career.

If you love music history, inspiration, and real stories from a true legend, you won’t want to miss this one. 💯