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Symba on Too $hort, Will Smith, and Why He Left the Label Behind
In his recent appearance on Sway’s Universe , Bay Area rapper Symba opened up about a pivotal moment in his evolving career: his acting...
Apr 22
Decoded: Lamar’s Layers and Lil Wayne’s Legacy in Focus on The Bigger Picture
In Episode 44 of The Bigger Picture podcast, co-hosts DJ Hed, Elliott Wilson, and Jeremy Hecht delve into the much-anticipated release...
Apr 22
Too $hort Reflects on Bay Roots, Funk DNA, and Manifesting Game on The History of the Bay Podcast
In a landmark 100th episode of "The History of the Bay" podcast, host Dregs One pulled out all stops to honor a foundational voice in...
Apr 17
Effective Immediately Episode 41 Recap: Viral Fries, Stat Debates, and the State of Hip-Hop
In Episode 41 of Effective Immediately , hosts Gina Views and DJ Hed served up a mix of viral hilarity, fan love, and sharp commentary on...
Apr 16
Jermaine Dupri, The Architect Behind a Generation of Stars
Jermaine Dupri was 14 when he dropped out of school and set his sights on music. By 19, he had produced a Billboard Hot 100 No. 1 hit...
Apr 16
“Good Enough Ain’t Good Enough”: RushDee on Nipsey Hussle’s 150% Hustle
Multi-platinum producer and industry executive RushDee delivered a compelling look behind the curtain of music business success during...
Apr 16
Inside Kato’s Private Briefing With Spotify: What Indie Artists Need to Know
In a rare behind-the-scenes look at how Spotify engages with creators, producer-entrepreneur Kato the Producer joined the No Labels...
Apr 9
Cuba to Hollywood: The Christina Milian Story on R&B Money
Christina Milian joined hosts Tank and J. Valentine on the "R&B Money" podcast for an intimate, wide-ranging conversation that chronicled...
Apr 8
“I Didn’t Want to Rap to Be Famous—I Wanted to Free People”: AJ McQueen on Effective Immediately
In an interview on DJ Hed and Gina Views' show Effective Immediately , Houston-raised rapper, poet, and activist AJ McQueen delivered a...
Apr 6
Joe Kay on the Vibe That Started It All: A Sway in the Morning Recap
Before the world knew Joe Kay as the founder and visionary behind Soulection, he was just a kid in L.A. getting early exposure to radio...
Apr 4
Glasses Malone on Kendrick, Culture and the Cost of Clout
On the Curtiss King Podcast, Glasses Malone didn’t mince words when describing where hip-hop stands in 2025. For the West Coast artist...
Mar 27
Game Recognize Game: Payroll Giovanni on Million Dollaz Worth of Game
Payroll Giovanni opened up about his grind, his loyalty to independence, and Detroit's cultural evolution during a recent appearance on...
Mar 26
Backyard Business: LaRussell Breaks Down the Pergola, Proud to Pay, and His Path to 100 Albums
On a recent episode of SiriusXM’s Effective Immediately , LaRussell sat down with DJ Hed and Gina Views for a conversation that dug deep...
Mar 22
Streaming Success or Industry Scam? Spotify Exec Talks Royalties, Playlists, and AI
In an era where streaming dominates the music industry, transparency around artist payouts and platform policies remains a hot-button...
Mar 21
Should Artists Hire Managers or Build Teams? The New Industry Standard
The role of the artist manager has long been a staple of the music industry, but in a rapidly evolving landscape, is it still necessary?...
Mar 20
“I Never Expected This”: 22nd Jim’s Path to Hip-Hop Success
22nd Jim sat down with VBC for a candid conversation about his music career, his upbringing in Oakland, and his struggles with being a...
Mar 5
xJ-Will on Sync Licensing: Lessons from 2,000+ TV, Film, and Commercial Music Placements
In an era where artists struggle to turn streams into sustainable income, sync licensing is proving to be one of the most reliable...
Feb 28
Smokey Robinson on the Motown Family, Songwriting, and Industry Lessons
Smokey Robinson, the legendary singer, songwriter, and Motown pioneer, sat down with Tank and J. Valentine on the R&B Money podcast for...
Feb 26
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
Ray Daniels on Effective Immediately: How Hip-Hop Can Fix Its Broken Industry Mode
Ray Daniels has spent 20 years navigating the music industry, helping shape some of its biggest hits while building a reputation as a...
Feb 22
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