Demolition Mann came through the studio and Nick Major called in via the phone to talk about this year's UNITY JAM FAMILY REUNION! It's a Hip-Hop Heavy Event happening August 10, with proceeds going to some of the WMNF Shows, and a dedication to Shock G. We spoke about what to expect, how the lineup was made, and the reason why this event is necessary to Tampa Bay. Make sure you're following @wavesofthebay on all social media.Watch the interview at: https://youtu.be/xmcmnsTOqY4.
I've known J'Nelle for 5+ years now and she's continued to evolve every step of the way. She's a multi-talented individual who wants to see others win. She used her music as a vessel to speak to the world. She's used the platform the music provided to create something bigger than herself. This is Year 2 of Creatology and we spoke about her passion and purpose behind the event. She also talked about what sparked a change in her and made her take action on this edition of Waves Of The Bay. Make sure you're following @wavesofthebay on all social media.Watch the interview at https://youtu.be/NJF0gm0hgh4.
C-Hawk Productions LLC came through the studio and I got to speak with Chris Jackson and Reggae Artist Zally. I'll be honest this one was pretty refreshing because we talked about blessings, platforms, vulnerability and legacy. Zally has been at it for a long time and his music is rooted in being authentic and value based. We learned more about him and how Chris Jackson has helped propel his work on this episode of Waves Of The Bay. Make sure you're following @wavesofthebay on all social media.Watch the interview at https://youtu.be/6haNIqRonAQ.
Hip-Hop Artist Pretti Emage and Super Producer Mad Smooth Music came by Waves Of The Bay to debut their new track "Chanel Bag" with us. We talked for a quick bit about all the lanes she has steered towards these past few years, how they created this song, and when to expect the next project. Make sure you're following @wavesofthebay on all social media.Watch the interview at https://youtu.be/iuBrNcOWojY.
He's a staple of the Tampa Bay Hip-Hop Scene and a Festival Stage Killer who has taken his talents to the left coast, Gat$ dropped in on Waves Of The Bay while he was back home! We talked about his new surroundings, the view of Tampa Bay Hip Hop from the outside looking in, and went over his whirlwind Homecoming "Tour" and how busy he has been since he's been back. Make sure you're following @wavesofthebay on all social media.Watch the interview at https://youtu.be/MhK5gIlZ7ag.
Super Producer, Mad Smooth, joined me in the studio to debut his latest project "Smooth, Talk" live on air. We talked about his consistency, the projects on the way, and the concept behind this new EP on this edition of Waves Of The Bay. If you're a Music Artist you should holla at him (he has HUNDREDS of beats waiting to be brought to life). Make sure you're following @wavesofthebay on all social media.Watch the interview at https://youtu.be/M61bvSQh_Sc.
Hyfa Tha Prospect came by the studio to talk about his upcoming Birthday Celebration at Crowbar in Tampa, FL. He's put together a show full of Hip-Hop, R&B and Spoken Word as a present to Tampa Bay for his birthday. We talked about the importance of consistency, how he's continued to evolve and addressed an elephant in the Hip-Hop Community on this edition of Waves Of The Bay. Make sure you're following @wavesofthebay on all social media.Watch the interview at https://youtu.be/TK2zS-w5iio.
Blu J.D. is one of my favorite artists out of Tampa Bay because he is as authentic as they come. I've personally known him for over 10 years now and have seen his growth and progression as an artist, but most importantly, as a Man. He shares his life through his music and isn't afraid to be vulnerable in his art. The importance he places on lyrics makes him elite and not only did I talk with him on this episode of Waves Of The Bay, I also got to premiere new music from his upcoming project! Make sure you're following @wavesofthebay on all social media.Watch the interview at https://youtu.be/dDJFjcqmju4.
How do you define a King? That's the starting point for this conversation as we figure out what truly epitomizes royalty. I had three of Tampa Bay's Best (OG The Originaal, Shadcore and Theo Lane) in the studio to talk about their new group KRK. We had to dive into the meaning of the name, the timing of the project and the outlook for the movement. Kings Recognize Kings and that's what we did on this episode of Waves Of The Bay. Make sure you're following @wavesofthebay on all social media.Watch the interview at https://youtu.be/9ULFG3G18Ws.
The thing that makes Tampa Bay so Special is the variety of Artists we have and their versatility. Theo Lane is someone I've seen put in work for close to a decade and he does it all with a smile. The reason he can do that is because he's sharing his love for music with the world. He's not afraid to put his soul into his projects because his purpose is to unite people through song. We learn more about him on this edition of Waves Of The Bay. Make sure you're following @wavesofthebay on all social media.Watch the interview at https://youtu.be/QuRKPW7DR5c.
There are certain collaborations that make too much sense that we never get to witness. So, with that in mind it's refreshing to see two creatives combine forces to create greatness. When Talent foregoes Ego for the Culture it hits differently. Enter Super Producer Knux and our Tampa BayWatch Artist of the Week In'Telleq. The easiest way to explain their artistry is Bars & Beats. Learn more on this week's Waves Of The Bay! Make sure you're following @wavesofthebay on all social media.Watch the interview at https://youtu.be/Pi8p6SMLpXg.
Lyricah Love and Bro Harv came through Waves Of The Bay to debut their new track "Love Song" which is a throwback to the essence of R&B. We briefly hit on the current sound of R&B and how they plan to bring it back to when the focus was on the Voices! Make sure you're following @wavesofthebay on all social media.Watch the interview at https://youtu.be/jNxvbJ29HBs.
Before the radio we were doing shows on both sides of Tampa Bay and interacting with majorly talented artists. Being one of the only Promoters trying to Bridge the Bay, we were able to connect Artists and strengthen the music scene. I met Alec Burnright, our Tampa BayWatch Artist Of The Week, many moons ago and he's never changed up. He's been authentic, outspoken and a student of the game all at once. He moves to his own drum and, that in itself is a beautiful thing, until you take into account the music that drum leads into! Learn more about ABR on this episode of Waves Of The Bay. Make sure you're following @wavesofthebay on all social media.Watch the interview at https://youtu.be/ROqs1HywoY8.
The Tampa BayWatch segment is what it is due to the talent of our homegrown artists. Over the years we've interacted with several artists around the Bay Area and seeing them level up is a wonderful thing! Gangalee is one of those artists who set the bar high and continually raises it with each project. She's evolving as an Artist and a Woman and wants to be someone that shines light instead of darkness. Make sure you're following @wavesofthebay on all social media.Watch the interview at https://youtu.be/xGt7jzUWoKI.
DJ Spaceship made his return to Waves Of The Bay and did work while I celebrated Wifey's Birthday. As you know Ship and I have been holding Waves down for the past few years before his recent promotion to Monday mornings. He came with a guest as we got a chance to know more about Simba! Her and Spaceship met through poetry but she's also very talented and grinding towards change. Spaceship got to the core of who She is as a person and her goals for the future. Make sure you're following @wavesofthebay on all social media.
I'm a fan of full circle moments and this episode had those in abundance! I had one of the people who showed me the way, Shizzle of The Shizzle Show, as my Special Co-Host for the evening and he brought out the whole Flohio Radio squad. Flohio gave DJ Spaceship and I an opportunity when we began Waves Of The Bay and I got to show love to Serg In General for the impact he had on us. Make sure you're following @wavesofthebay on all social media.
The last time Fre$h P & Mike 2wice came through Waves Of The Bay was a few years ago back at the beginning of our FM Radio run. Some of our best shows have included them and it's always love when they come through. We got to catch up with Mike 2wice as well as do an impromptu listening session on our Tampa BayWatch Artist of the Week Fre$h P's new project "I Am Him." He gave us his approach to the new project as well as why He Is Him. Make sure you're following @wavesofthebay on all social media.Watch the interview at https://youtu.be/BqhKqfJmWUY.
We got to speak with City Squad Entertainment's Johnnie P about the success he's been experiencing lately and his hunger for more. He's a key part to the new movie Paper Line with his contributions to the soundtrack and we talked about how it all didn't happen overnight. Make sure you're following @wavesofthebay on all social media.Watch the interview at https://youtu.be/t4K_j20ygLk.
We showed love to the DOOWUTCHYALIKE JAM in honor of Hip Hop Pioneer, Digital Underground Founder, and Tampa Legend SHOCK G. We had the honor of kicking the show off by talking with Shock's sister, Elizabeth Carson Racker, about the upcoming tribute and how she trusted another Tampa Bay Great, Nick Major, to choose the artists to perform at the event. Make sure you're following @wavesofthebay on all social media.Watch the interview at https://youtu.be/IsQhYmcljcw
Our Tampa BayWatch Artist of the Week was Entertainer/Entrepreneur J'Nelle. She's evolved into a powerhouse and she still continues to bless the people coming up around her. We talked about how she's living in her purpose, the challenges with Curating successful events, and how she plans on topping herself next! Make sure you're following @wavesofthebay on all social media.Watch the interview at https://youtu.be/omnFVEYnmTE.