DJ Hed Announces the Return of "Honest Feedback Exclusively on FYI.AI

DJ Hed, known affectionately as “The Coast Guard,” is bringing back his beloved show Honest Feedback this time in an exclusive partnership with Will.i.am on the FYI.AI app. After pausing the show for high stakes negotiations to transition it to television, DJ Hed has made a bold comeback. Now, artists, creatives, and business owners have a real shot at getting their music and ideas reviewed live on the app. The relaunch is attracting buzz, with signups already open and creative minds eagerly waiting for their turn.

Born in Carson, California, DJ Hed rose from humble beginnings, launching Home Grown Radio from a makeshift bedroom studio with his partner Chuck Dizzle. Over the years, he earned national notoriety, gathering over 20 million impressions online through his integrity, honesty, and unwavering reputation in the LA hip hop scene. His broadcast career includes cohosting FOX’s nationally syndicated daily show TMZ Hip Hop, a seven year run at iHeartMedia’s REAL 92.3 FM in Los Angeles, and serving as the BET Hip Hop Awards Cypher DJ.

His stature in culture also includes international touring, having moved crowds alongside heavyweights like Lil Wayne and Kendrick Lamar. DJ Hed had the lead set at The Pop Out Show, Kendrick’s Ken and Friends concert after Kendrick’s high profile battle with Drake. He’s also a voice of reason and cultural insight as cohost on the widely respected The Bigger Picture podcast with Elliott Wilson and Jeremey Hecht. He is also the lead host on Effective Immediately on SiriusXM alongside Gina Views.

“Honest Feedback” has always lived up to its name. DJ Hed doesn’t sugarcoat. He delivers “the most honest feedback possible” even if “it’s not that good.” He’s known for telling it how it is: “You’re cold blooded. I don’t remember anything about the verse.” That no nonsense approach is precisely why artists respect him.

This relaunch marks a new chapter. DJ Hed is joining forces with Will.i.am’s tech forward vision as FYI.AI pushes the boundaries of interactive media. Users will soon be able to submit tracks and have them reviewed in real time with no gatekeepers, no fluff, just real feedback from one of the West Coast’s most trusted voices. It’s honesty meeting innovation, and the culture is ready.