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Elliott Wilson Calls Out Travis Scott’s “Cheat Code” Sales as Clipse Steal Spotlight
During the latest installment of The Bigger Picture Podcast , hosts Elliott Wilson, DJ Hed, and Jeremy Hecht recapped a monumental week...
Jul 22
SiR’s Testimony: Music, Sobriety, and the Long Road to Peace
There’s a quiet power in watching someone speak truth without performative pain. When SiR sat down with Big Boy for a recent interview,...
Jul 21
Kendrick Lamar in the Classroom: How One Professor Uses Hip-Hop to Teach Black Life and Justice
When Temple University announced a new course centered on Kendrick Lamar, the internet lit up with curiosity and celebration. The man...
Jul 20
Ten Years In, Dave East Charts a New Course as an Independent Artist
As 2024 marks 10 years since Dave East signed his first record deal, the Harlem rapper finds himself in a new season of control....
Jul 17
This Week in R&B: From OT’s Karaoke Takeover to Jerome Bieber’s Soul
Episode 17 of This Week in R&B kicked off with Jay Valentine and Bobby setting the tone in a brand new studio setup, drawing mixed...
Jul 16
From LaRussell to J. Cole: EVEN is Reimagining Music Monetization
In a music industry dominated by streaming numbers and algorithmic playlists, EVEN has emerged as a genuine alternative for artists...
Jul 15
Kennedy Ryon’s Healing Soundtrack: Finding Voice Through Pain, Power, and Purpose
Kennedy Ryon’s journey into the music industry isn’t one shaped by convenience or tradition. Instead, it’s a story of resilience,...
Jul 14
Leaks, Loyalty and Lyrical Weight: Hip-Hop’s Current Crossroads”
On episode 55 of The Bigger Picture Podcast , co-hosts Elliott Wilson, DJ Hed, and Jeremy Hecht dive deep into one of the most highly...
Jul 14
Miss Krystle Breaks Down the HITS Act—and Warns Artists Not to Fall for the Hype
As news spreads about a new $150,000 tax break for musicians, entertainment attorney and artist Miss Krystle wants indie artists to pump...
Jul 11
The Return of the Clipse, the Rise of Iceman, and Hip-Hop’s Mid-Year Pulse
Apple Music’s Rap Life Review recently welcomed Ivie Ani and Rob Markman to join Nadeska, Lowkey, and Eddie for an episode packed with...
Jul 11
Clipse Discuss Reunion, New Album and the Role of Hip-Hop Media
In a live interview at the Elliott Wilson Experience, legendary hip-hop duo Clipse spoke at length about their long-awaited reunion,...
Jul 8
Wale Discusses New Music, Public Perception and Longevity on Effective Immediately
In an interview on "Effective Immediately," Wale discussed the trajectory of his music career, his place in hip-hop, and his personal...
Jul 8
This Week in R&B: From Essence Fest to Indie Moves, the Culture Is Still Cooking
While R&B continues to evolve sonically, it’s the conversation around the music—where it lands, who’s pushing the genre forward, and who...
Jul 8
Protect Your Music, Your Royalties, and Your Future—Even from AI. Music Attorney Miss Krystle Walks Through Copyright Registration
For independent artists looking to protect their music and establish legal proof of ownership, copyright registration is an essential—and...
Jul 8
Andrew Southworth Talks Ad Tactics, Artist Growth, and Data-Driven Success for Indies on the One More Time Podcast
Andrew Southworth didn’t plan to become one of the most trusted resources for independent artists navigating the digital music space—but...
Jul 7
Celebrating 10 Years of Apple Music: Nostalgia, New Drops, and the Culture’s Future
On a recent episode of Rap Life Review , the energy was celebratory but grounded, as the team reflected on Apple Music’s 10-year...
Jul 7
RJ Reflects on Growth, "O.M.M.I.O. 4" and Loyalty on 'Effective Immediately'
When RJ, known to many as RJMrLA, pulled up to DJ Hed and Gina Views' show Effective Immediately , it wasn’t just another press stop—it...
Jul 6
The Connector Behind the Curtain: Ray Daniels' Industry Playbook
In a revealing episode of The Manager’s Playbook , Ray Daniels shared a blueprint for building an impactful music career—one rooted not...
Jul 5
Lola Plaku: From Journalist to Powerhouse in Music and Management
Before she was tour managing for French Montana or curating one of Toronto’s most impactful hip-hop blogs, Lola Plaku was just a...
Jul 5
Joey Bada$$ Talks Faith, Film and the Future of Hip-Hop on Million Dollaz Worth of Game
Joey Bada$$ has always been something of an outlier—an artist deeply rooted in lyricism, integrity and independence. From breaking onto...
Jun 26
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