For my very first guest episode, I sat down with someone many know for her work behind the scenes in music — but I know her as my sister.
Jade Busola has built a remarkable career in A&R, previously holding roles at some of the biggest labels including 0207 Def Jam, EMI Records, and Atlantic, where she signed artists you already know and love. Today, she manages Grammy-nominated producer ThisizLondon, develops emerging talent, and has launched her own music management and publishing company, Rogue Collective.
In this conversation, Jade Busola reflects on always knowing music was the only path for her. She shares the wild stories that got her foot in the door, the resilience it took to thrive as a Black woman in a male-dominated industry, and the lessons she’s learned about passion, instinct, and betting on yourself.
It’s funny, honest, inspiring, and a reminder that unconventional journeys can lead to extraordinary places. Now this is a road less traveled!
Welcome to the roads we take podcast, a safe space to join Nessa as she delves into stories from herself and guests who paved a path a way for themselves in a world that expected them to be one thing but decided to follow other callings. Bravely taking a road less travelled with no examples, no idea how it is gonna go, being aware of the uncertainty ahead but still pursuing that path anyway is what you can expect to hear about on this podcast!
You’ll be being inspired by my guests’ authenticity and I hope it gives you the push to take a new path and live that life you dreamt of.
And of course, it wouldn’t be Nessa without a bunch of wild, funny and vulnerable stories.
Come on this journey with us!