Armenian Pride Went GLOBAL… And He Started It 😳🇦🇲

What started as a song to spark Armenian pride in one community… turned into a worldwide anthem.

On this episode of Between the Notes, Paisan Kapitan sits down with rising artist Tonee Marino—the creator of “Hayastan”—to talk about the moment everything changed, performing in front of massive crowds, and what it really means to represent your culture on a global stage. From Long Island to arenas… this is more than music—it’s identity, pride, and purpose.

We also welcome someone doing great things in the Armenian community. Lia Avanessian, founder of Invite Only Events, who pulls back the curtain on luxury weddings, high-pressure moments, and the real truth behind building a brand in today’s social media world.

💥 In this episode:

The story behind the Armenian anthem “Hayastan”

What it feels like hearing a stadium scream your song Armenian vs Italian roots—who runs the household? 😄

The truth about support in the Armenian community

What people get WRONG about marketing themselves

Behind-the-scenes chaos of luxury weddings Faith, purpose, and staying grounded in success 🎤

Plus: A rapid-fire round that gets real, funny, and unfiltered.

📲 FOLLOW OUR GUESTS:

Tonee Marino: @ToneeMarino

Lia Avanessian: @InviteOnlyEventsCo

📻 Listen to Hye Jams Radio on iHeartRadio

👉 https://www.iheart.com/live/hye-jams-radio-11447/

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