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Blacc Sam Talks Nipsey Hussle’s Unreleased Music & the Marathon’s Next Chapter
Blacc Sam, brother of the late Nipsey Hussle and co-founder of The Marathon brand, sat down with Power 106 LA to discuss major business...
Feb 28, 2025


How Social Media and Streaming Keep Some Songs Alive Forever
The world of music streaming has brought some unexpected surprises. While fans might assume that Michael Jackson or Prince dominate...
Feb 25, 2025


AZChike Talks Ownership, Warner Records Deal & His 3-Take Approach to Music
AZChike has been grinding for years, carving out his own lane in the Los Angeles rap scene. From electrifying performances to major...
Feb 22, 2025


How to Promote Your Song for $1,000: No Labels Necessary Breaks It Down
For independent artists trying to break into the industry, budgeting for promotion can be tricky. A $1,000 marketing budget might seem...
Feb 21, 2025


SpaceyMusic.com Just Launched, and It’s Redefining the Way Artists Buy Beats
In an industry where producers and artists are constantly looking for ways to connect and monetize their work, a new platform is changing...
Feb 20, 2025


How Ashley Ventura Builds Superstars, One Tour at a Time
Ashley Ventura has built her name in the world of touring, navigating the high-stakes, fast-moving industry as one of the most...
Feb 15, 2025


DJ Mustard: No Gimmicks, Just Music—Inside His Biggest Year Yet with BigBoyTV
DJ Mustard sat down with BigBoyTV to discuss his role in Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl halftime show, the meteoric rise of “Not Like Us,”...
Feb 13, 2025


Editorial: Why Suno’s CEO Doesn’t Get Musicians—And Why That Matters
When I first heard Suno CEO Mikey Shulman’s comments about music-making not being enjoyable, my first thought was: this guy has never...
Feb 12, 2025


R&B Singer Kennedy Ryon’s Self-Funded Tour Proves the Power of Fan Support
Independent artist Kennedy Ryon is rewriting the playbook for rising musicians. In a time when touring costs are skyrocketing, the...
Feb 12, 2025


Larry June, 2 Chainz & The Alchemist Break Down Life Is Beautiful & The Art of Independent Hustle
The Breakfast Club recently hosted an insightful conversation with Larry June, 2 Chainz, and The Alchemist, who came together to discuss...
Feb 12, 2025


Kendrick Lamar Reflects on Music, Identity, and the Super Bowl Moment
Getty images Kendrick Lamar doesn’t do many interviews, so when he sat down with Nadeska and Ebro Darden ahead of his Super Bowl...
Feb 10, 2025


Dee-1 on Hip-Hop’s Responsibility, Financial Freedom, and Nearly Signing with Cash Money
Few artists in hip-hop challenge the status quo quite like Dee-1. The New Orleans rapper, educator, and activist has long been known for...
Feb 9, 2025


Kanye West and the Future of AI in Music: A New Creative Revolution
Kanye West has never been one to follow the rules. Whether it’s redefining the sound of hip-hop, reshaping fashion, or challenging the...
Feb 9, 2025


A Decade of Soulection: Celebrating 14 Years of Pushing Boundaries and Championing Emerging Artists
Joe Kay's love affair with music began in his youth, where he immersed himself in diverse genres and meticulously curated mixes. "It...
Feb 6, 2025


UMG and Spotify Strike a Deal: What Does it Mean for Independent Musicians?
Spotify and Universal Music Group (UMG) recently announced a new multi-year agreement that promises "better payouts for artists and...
Feb 6, 2025


Rakim Launches AI-Powered Fintech Platform for Indie Artists
Rakim, a name synonymous with hip-hop royalty, is breaking new ground in the world of finance. The legendary MC, known for...
Jan 30, 2025


Sauce Walka: The Drip That Redefined Houston Fashion with Gillie and Wallo
Rapper Sauce Walka, a guest on the "Million Dollaz Worth of Game" podcast, shared his multifaceted journey as a fashion icon,...
Jan 29, 2025


SoundCloud Exec. Drea Jackson Offers Indie Artists a Blueprint for Success
Drea Jackson, Senior Manager of Artist and Label Relations at SoundCloud, recently joined the "One More Time" podcast to discuss the...
Jan 29, 2025


Black and Brown Solidarity Shines in Lefty Gunplay and JasonMartin’s New Collaboration
In a high-energy appearance on Power 106’s Brown Bag Mornings, Lefty Gunplay and JasonMartin—also known as Problem—delivered a compelling...
Jan 27, 2025
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