In this episode of What’s Hot L.A., host Christal sits down with Chicago-born singer, songwriter, and actress Shanice Antonia — fresh off the release of her long-awaited debut album “Sweet & Sour.”
Shanice talks about her creative journey from musical theater to R&B and pop, how she crafted a 10-track project from over 20 recorded songs, and her experiences landing placements on Impact New York and Impact Atlanta. She also opens up about starring in the new Black soap opera Beyond The Gates, her goals for 2025, and why confidence is key for every artist trying to make it in L.A.
💬 Topics covered:
Creating Sweet & Sour and the story behind it
Acting in Beyond The Gates and her performance background
Why confidence is a must for artists
The power of networking and not being afraid to be seen
Her upcoming shows and tour plans
🎙️ Hosted by: Christal
🎥 Presented by: trapLA
🔥 Guest: Shanice Antonia (@shaniceantoniaofficial)
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