Antlive discuss signing to Next Plateau records in the early 90s. Working with producer Ced G of Ultramagnetic MCs, Friendship with Havoc of Mobb Deep and more.
The Magic Behind Blade Icewood's Hits With Producer Tone Ak Scott! Tone "AK" Scott, a music producer, on being a true music producer, putting out independent records, #BladeIcewood's commitment to his career, and how he contributed to the genre. The late rapper Blade Icewood's hit song "Boy Would Up (Boss Up)," which has become a global hit, was produced by Tone Scott. Recently, AK went on tour with Akon, who serves as his visual and audio engineer. Additionally, he has been collaborating with Payroll, the leader of Doughboyz Cashout, on how to teach the future generations the recipe. We talk about working with rapper #TStuckey who is incarcerated, collaborating with #MurdaMook, and a lot more. Watch out for Mike Ez, Puritan Avenue's newest talent. #FFITF #bladeicewood
We are discussing hip-hop's influences and the fact that some tracks don't hold up over time. Vellis talks about emcees like KRS-One teaching us about the culture. J. Jonz discusses his Tourette Syndrome and the value of music in his recently released book. They say that you should create art for yourself before sharing it with others. Above all, creativity is the main goal
The life of Aretha Franklin: Crystal Franklin interview
Joining us on the podcast is Bully Boys Entertainment, Fast Lane, and Mena Mahone, who discuss music, movies, relationships, and their collaborations with #BoldyJames, Detroit's top emcee. Mena has been putting out songs and music videos for a while now, and she is getting ready to release more music this year. With other movies in the works, Fast Lane is undoubtedly laying the foundation for hip-hop culture. #FFITF
Awesome Dre, the first national hip-hop artist from Detroit, signed a record deal with Priority Records in the late 1980s. His album "You Can't Hold Me Back" was released in 1989, featuring LL. Cool J and Kool Moe Dee with machine guns aimed at their heads on the cover. Since the release of his album, he has had an enduring influence on Detroit hip hop worldwide. Being showered with love by HipHop enthusiasts across the globe has undoubtedly established Juggalos as a mainstay of the Rap Culture. #podcast #FFITF
Truth be Told. Can we learn something from Katt Williams, Dame Dash and Taraji P. Henson. Are these the truth tellers or are they outcast.
Raadarr Van talks about meeting Maurice Malone and getting to know the late Baatin of Slum Village personally. #rhythmkitchen #thehiphopshop #slumvillage #mauricemalone #FFITF
This Ain't Your Average Christian Rap! It's Got Detroit Swag: Marqus Anthony And Choirboy Bell If we didn't say it was Christian rap you wouldn't know. We discuss Faith, Church and Bars in this interview with two of Christian Raps best. @MarqusAnthony @choirboybell #christianrap #christianhiphop
We go into Cadillac Dale's collaborations with hip-hop artists, discuss his upcoming hip-hop ventures, and discuss his experiences as a creative Detroit native. The dark side of the music industry is another topic he touches on. A recent song by Louisville, Kentucky rapper Jack Harlow, "Lovin On Me," was inspired by Detroit R&B artist Cadillac Dale's 1995 song "Whatever (Bass Solique)." Harlow sampled the song. In addition, Detroit and Detroit artist Skilla Baby are mentioned lyrically in the song. #FFITF #soulfulmoaning
Deadly Threat, a legendary West Coast rapper, discusses recording with , Ice Cube, King Tee, #TheLiks, #RasKass, #EazyE, and more. He has verses with Ice Cube (Color Blind), Tupac #2pac (Peep Game), #KingTee (Hoe Before the Homie), and The Liks (Who Them Niggas). Check them out. Threat is writing screenplays for movies and will soon release new songs.
Together, Rel and Go Reala 75 present the ensemble Mud Talk. These two deadly Emcees join us to discuss their admiration for Billy Nix and Cutty Mack, who both passed away and were a part of the defunct rapper group #WallStreet, also known as #royce59 #royceda59. They also discuss their lyricism and community leadership.
Jake Bass discusses his family, The Bass Brothers, their work with the original #Parliament #Funkadelic, #Eminem, and their newest talent, Drew Verde. He has a vast variety of music, and he also makes his own films, tracks, and mixes. His friend, Brodi Ghanz, made the connection to this illustrious family, and the rest is history. Drew says, "We Bounce Ideas off each other." FACT: The famous #GeorgeClinton called our brand and discussed the #FFITF.
Hip-hop's most illustrious personality, Paradise Gray, is a native of the South Bronx. In addition to being a writer, producer, artist, and historian, he also serves as the director of the Universal Hip Hop Museum. His hardcover book, "No Half Steppin'," is a history of the Latin Quarter and the New York City club that helped spark the Golden Age of Hip-Hop. Mr. Grey also belonged to the #XClan, one of the most renowned hip-hop musical ensembles. The rap group 5 Ela's Mudd joins us for our conversation
After discovering the rap group Whodini in the eighth grade, The Legendary Phat Kat tells about falling in love with hip-hop. At Shantinques Records in Detroit, Michigan, he met #Guru & #DJPremier (#GangStarr), and his career immediately took off. By developing natural connections through creating excellent Hip-Hop music, he started to interact with the greatest in the music industry. With little support at home and a large international fan following, he declares, "I love it, I can be normal at home."
Emcee/Producer, Hush discusses the release of Bulletproof, the third studio album from Geffen Records and the first to include the late #NateDogg He also mentions a powerful CEO who wants him to take on #Eminem. We discuss his interactions with #steviewonder and #Prince and learn about the history of being independent before going mainstream. Wait to you hear his Ghost Writing list.
Mr. Cliffnote is a multi-talented and versatile artist. He actually produced artwork for the late rappers DMX, #Eminem, @steviewonder , and #Motown legends, as well as murals for shopping centers. By putting bets at Iron Fist Records, the late famed Proof (D12) record label, he has also participated in the Battle Rap Culture. He talks about how to work with him, talks about his new album, and talks about the record covers he designed. Even DJ Butter had used the works of this amazing skill.
Geno XO has a long history in the music business as a producer and emcee. He released a number of unreleased vinyl singles and provided music for numerous Detroit projects. He talks about his new apparel brand, "Barry The Bear," as well as the positive atmosphere at the recording studio. Many talented artists, including some of the biggest names in the business, lived in his Detroit, Michigan area's Seven Mile neighborhood. worked with HipHop Greats, teaming with DJ Butter on his "Kill The DJ" album and produced the hit song "Listen & Lounge" with the late #Bugz. Get a Dose of the History of this Multi talented Detroiter