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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...
4 days ago
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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...
5 days ago
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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...
6 days ago
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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...
6 days ago
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“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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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“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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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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