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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


DJ Drama Breaks Down the RICO, the Unreleased Gangsta Grillz, and What’s Next on Effective Immediately
On a recent episode of Effective Immediately with DJ Hed and Gina Views, DJ Drama sat down to reflect on his career, offering unfiltered...
Apr 10


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


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


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


Doechii’s Winning Formula: Branding, Work Ethic, and Execution with the Music Entrepreneur Club
For Doechii, success isn’t accidental—it’s the result of meticulous planning. On a recent episode of the Music Entrepreneur Club...
Feb 20


Building LaFace: How L.A. Reid Shaped Modern R&B
When L.A. Reid first laid eyes on a drum set as a child, it was more than just an instrument—it was a revelation. “I saw God, man....
Feb 17


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


Rap & Reason: Super Bowl Stages, Timeless Albums & Rap’s Evolution
Episode 30 of Rap & Reason delivered a deep dive into one of the most talked-about music moments of the year—Kendrick Lamar’s historic...
Feb 13
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