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DJ Hed and Gina Views Recap Atlanta, Music Drops, and the Mal Debate in Episode 44
What happens when DJ Hed and Gina Views take their chemistry off the airwaves and into the real world? In Episode 44 of Effective...
May 5, 2025


Derek Minor on ‘No Labels Necessary’: Clout Ain’t Cash, Ownership Is
On a recent episode of the "No Labels Necessary" podcast, co-hosts Brandman Sean and Kory sat down with artist-turned-label-owner Derek...
May 5, 2025


Wiz Khalifa’s ‘Kush & Orange Juice 2’ Sets Off a Week of Real Talk on Rap Life Review
Each week, Rap Life Review brings together Ebro, Nadeska, and Eddie to break down the biggest moments, projects, and headlines in...
May 2, 2025


Unique Vision, Timeless Sound: Coach Tev Reflects on 'As the Rain Clears' and Teases a High-Energy Summer Project
In a recent appearance on AllOva Radio, hosted live from Dallas, Texas, Coach Tev sat down with Caution Mr. 700 to discuss his latest...
Apr 28, 2025


No Labels, No Limits: SilkSoSmart Breaks Down the Blueprint for Independent Music Marketing
On a new episode of the No Labels Necessary podcast, hosts Brandman Sean and Corey welcomed a guest whose insights are shaping the new...
Apr 23, 2025


The Quiet Force Behind R&B’s Biggest Hooks
Dewain Whitmore Jr.'s journey began in Kansas City, Missouri, where gospel and grit collided early in his life. Raised in a devout...
Apr 23, 2025


DRAM Breaks the Silence: New Music, New Mindset, Same Soul
After a period of relative quiet, DRAM, the multi-talented artist known for his genre-bending sound and infectious energy, re-emerged in...
Apr 23, 2025


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, 2025


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, 2025


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, 2025


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, 2025


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, 2025


“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, 2025


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, 2025


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, 2025


“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, 2025


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, 2025


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, 2025


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, 2025


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, 2025
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