A Conversation with Nick Sefakis: Iya Terra, mental health, US reggae

I sat down with Nick Sefakis, former member of Iya Terra & current solo artist, to talk about his journey as a musician, his struggles with mental health, opinions on the music industry and current status of U.S. reggae music, and more.
00:00-00:34 Intro
00:34-1:58 Current Collaborations
01:58-02:35 Overview of interview
02:35-04:17 Early music inspirations
04:17-06:01 Turning dreams into reality
06:01-08:42 How playing sports impacted his music career
08:42-09:48 Biggest musical inspirations
09:48-15:57 Meeting Iya Terra & early days in the band
15:57-18:13 Tour memories
18:13-19:03 Favorite way to smoke
19:03-21:00 Most memorable shows
21:00-23:23 Status of US reggae
23:23-24:57 Gaining traction with Iya Terra
24:57-28:18 Mental health struggles
28:18-33:58 Life-changing moments
33:58-37:03 Releasing solo music
37:03-41:56 Being authentic, vulnerable, and consistent / working with Eureka Sound
41:56-44:15 The future of reggae & outro

[@nicksefakis]

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[@zfrequency]

Great interview Sandy! Nick is such a great guy, musician, and an inspiration to many! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@marvsjourney3512]

Keep killing it Nick.

[@giapet222]

Great!! Haha. Tour stories

[@living.metanoia]

This was highly enjoyable. Happy birthday, Nick!

[@cypher2365]

I'm so happy seeing you thrive & build bro 🙏

[@carlitosinvegas6015]

Great Interview glad i was able to see Iya Terra Perform at Reggae Rise Up Las Vegas 2023 👍

[@vagabondspirit8786]

Awesome interview Sandy!
Sounds like Nick is making changes, growing and following his heart on a great path. I'm happy for you both. I look forward to see each of your creative process grow. Peace and Love!!
Helen

[@andrefilismissingtooth]

My fav artist. Subscribed :)

[@Dubsouljahmusic]

2016! CA Roots at the OG stage. One of my favorite sets ever. That made me a fan of Iya.

[@morsisuyo]

let's see what's up

[@morsisuyo]

I still have my wristband...