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From Ray Vaughn’s Slaps to the Mal Debate: The Bigger Picture Looks West
Episode 47 of The Bigger Picture  podcast offered a wide-ranging discussion that covered recent developments in hip-hop, label culture,...
6 hours ago
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No Labels Necessary Shares 10 Essential Tips for Crowdfunding Your Next Music Project
No Labels Necessary, the music business YouTube channel hosted by Brandman Sean and Kory, dropped a valuable guide for independent...
7 hours ago
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Before the Drop: Lefty Gunplay Reflects on Sobriety, Struggle, and West Coast Legacy with JasonMartin
In an intimate and unfiltered conversation just 24 hours before his new album dropped, Lefty Gunplay sat down with JasonMartin to talk...
1 day ago
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The Raydar Report: Ray Daniels Sounds Off on Ownership, Image, and Cultural Control
In a fiery episode of The Raydar Report , music executive and cultural critic Ray Daniels offered a wide-ranging critique of the power...
1 day ago
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Rap & Reason Breaks Down Kendrick’s Stadium Performance and Key Glock’s Glockaveli
It was more than just a concert. For the tens of thousands packed into Lincoln Financial Field, the Philadelphia stop of Kendrick Lamar...
1 day ago
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From South Central to CEO: G Perico’s Business Blueprint
Los Angeles rapper G Perico has made a name for himself with a slick, throwback West Coast sound—but his moves off the mic are becoming...
5 days ago
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Jet Life Forever: Curren$y on Loyalty, Longevity, and Living What You Rap
Curren$y, also known as Spitta Andretti, has long lived at the intersection of independence and influence. As a co-founder of the...
5 days ago
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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
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DJ Hed and Mal Unpack the Kendrick-Drake Feud One Year Later
One year after what many consider the most seismic battle in hip-hop history, media heavyweights DJ Hed and Mal sat down for a marathon...
May 5
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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The Legacy of Leadership: Inside TDE's Rise With Punch
In a rare, reflective conversation with Curtiss King, Terrence "Punch" Henderson, president of Top Dawg Entertainment (TDE), traced the...
Apr 22
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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
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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
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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
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Pampered, Polished, and Powerful: Ari Lennox Today
Ari Lennox sat down with Justin Credible on Power 106’s Liftoff Show , bringing warmth, insight, and excitement about her music and the...
Apr 11
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