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These throwback Episodes initially aired public but were removed as a result of the change in plans of the audio service we were using before. Now we are happy to share these insightful interviews which began the AUDIO journey of Artist Interviews with Out Da Box Radio. Original Show Description: Out Da Box Radio is extremely happy to relaunch officially, with a brand new interview featuring L.A. based Producer “Flying Lotus”. We got a chance to chat with Lotus in-person at his recent visit to NYC. He took the time to speak with us about everything from his beginnings of pursuing music, his relationship with his Great Aunt “Alice Coltrane”, the deeper meaning behind his new LP “You’re Dead”, collaborating with other artists, the status of his collabo LP with Erykah Badu, his perspective on touring and much more. This interview was truly special to me, as it took me about 3 years to accomplish. It stands as a true testament to perseverance and recognizing that no matter what “you must never give up” on your go

These throwback Episodes initially aired public but were removed as a result of the change in plans of the audio service we were using before. Now we are happy to share these insightful interviews which began the AUDIO journey of Artist Interviews with Out Da Box Radio. Original Show Description: Out Da Box Radio is happy to bring you our latest interview featuring California Artists’ "Exile and Johaz". Together they are better known as “Dag Savage”. The two recently released their debut collabo LP entitled “E&J” following the success of their “Dag Savage EP” and recent “Warning Mixtape". We got the chance to talk with Ex and Jo on a number of topics, beginning with their individual history and how they eventually came together to form the name Dag Savage. In light of the ir new album, Exile took some time to reflect on the success of his previous collabo LPs with Emcee’s like Blu and Fashawn, and identified the common defining moment that has made everyone of his collabo albums something special to him.

These throwback Episodes initially aired public but were removed as a result of the change in plans of the audio service we were using before. Now we are happy to share these insightful interviews which began the AUDIO journey of Artist Interviews with Out Da Box Radio. Original Show Description: Out Da Box Radio is happy to bring you an enlightening interview with Veteran Producer and Emcee, Ray West and OC (of D.I.T.C.). Last month, the two artists released their debut collabo project, entitled “Ray’s Café”, a project themed around the atmosphere of a vibed out Jazz Club. We got the chance to speak to them on a number of insightful topics. The 1st, being their individual history and how their intent to do music as a career all began. They also spoke on the album’s theme and the importance of preserving Jazz and Blues music for today and future generations. In addition they talked about what naturally evolving Hip Hop should sound like in 2014 and referenced artists like Roc Marciano and Ka as artists who ex

Out Da  Box Talks is excited to introduce our very first Artist Interview of 2021 as well as the first Episode of Season 3.  This interview features an insightful convo with Producers/Emcees "Kev Brown and J Scienide" about their new album "Stray From The Pack", how they came together to collaborate, their production approach and inspirations behind the album, some of the subject matter in their lyrics and much more.  Hope you enjoy. This interview was initially done via live video on youtube, so pardon some of the occasional choppiness in the audio, aside from that, the overall episode sounds pretty descent. You can also head over to our youtube channel at link below to watch the video. https://youtu.be/fei7lmPPfNI Become an Out Da Box Media Patreon Subscriber https://www.patreon.com/outdaboxmedia (Get exclusive Interview Clips and more) Get Out Da Box Media Merch (T Shirts, Sweaters, Snapback Hats etc.) https://outdaboxmedia.bigcartel.com/ Donate to Out Da Box Media https://www.paypal.com/pay

These throwback Episodes initially aired public but were removed as a result of the change in plans of the audio service we were using before.  Now we are happy to share these insightful interviews which began the AUDIO journey of Artist Interviews with Out Da Box Radio. Original Show Description: Out Da Box Radio is extremely happy to bring you our first episode of the year, featuring the talented and accomplished Brooklyn Lyricist better known as “Talib Kweli”. It has been a long time coming, in trying to connect with the brother, so it was indeed a pleasure to finally achieve the interview. Fresh off the recent release of his 6th Studio LP entitled “Gravitas”, we got a chance to talk with Kweli on a number of topics revolving around his career as well as on the current state of hip hop. He took the time to speak on his latest #Kweliclub movement (www.kweliclub.com) which has enabled fans to purchase music directly from him and provide a more intimate artist to fan connection. He also spoke in-depth ab

These throwback Episodes initially aired public but were removed as a result of the change in plans of the audio service we were using before.  Now we are happy to share these insightful interviews which began the AUDIO journey of Artist Interviews with Out Da Box Radio. Original Show Description: Out Da Box Radio is happy to bring you a special interview featuring producer/emcees Denmark Vessey and Scud One. We were fortunate to speak with the two mid-west artists recently in regards to their amazingly creative concept album, entitled “Cult Classic”. A tale about a rapper turned Cult Leader who decides to go the route of Organized Religion in an effort to gain power and control over the masses. Both artists took the time to speak on their individual history as well as their respective contributions to the project. Denmark explained how the concept of the album came to be and also touched on some of the feedback he received from religious followers who happened to hear the album. Scud took a moment to br

These throwback Episodes initially aired public but were removed as a result of the change in plans of the audio service we were using before.  Now we are happy to share these insightful interviews which began the AUDIO journey of Artist Interviews with Out Da Box Radio. Original Show Description: Out Da Box Radio is happy to bring you a brand new interview with emcee’s Frank Nitt and Illa J also known as the “Yancey Boys”. The group consists of the previous mentioned emcees, alongside the late Legendary Artist “J. Dilla” as the prime Producer. We were fortunate to speak with both Frank and Illa on a number of topics which included their new album “Sunset Blvd”, as well as the influence and impact their great brother “J. Dilla” had on them. Frank Nitt also took the time to share some insight into how the collaborations came about for the album, as well as the mission him and Illa set out to accomplish with the music. He took a moment to also speak on his recent solo releases. One of them, being a collabo

These throwback Episodes initially aired public but were removed as a result of the change in plans of the audio service we were using before.  Now we are happy to share these insightful interviews which began the AUDIO journey of Artist Interviews with Out Da Box Radio.  Original Show Description: Out Da Box Radio is happy to bring you a special interview featuring accomplished DMV Hip Hop Producer “Kev Brown”. We got the chance to speak in-depth with Kev on a number of current and encompassing topics that reflect his entire music career. He took the time to speak on his initial connection to music and how he got inspired to test the waters as a producer. He also spoke on his famous “Brown Album LP” (The Remix of Jay-Z’s Black Album) and explained the role that Peter Rosenberg (Now, Hot 97 Personality) played in influencing the project. Kev also brought us up to speed on his latest “Brazil Dedication LP” and gave some insight into what he experienced whi

These throwback Episodes initially aired public but were removed as a result of the change in plans of the audio service we were using before.  Now we are happy to share these insightful interviews which began the AUDIO journey of Artist Interviews with Out Da Box Radio. Original Show Description: Out Da Box Radio is happy to bring you a special interview with Queens bred Emcee “Homeboy Sandman”. We got the chance to speak with Sandman on a number of in-depth subjects, ranging from his initial passion to pursue music, his grind on the come up as an independent Emcee, as well as the benefits of signing to Stones Throw Records. He also spoke in detail about his progression and mature development as an individual, from making healthy dietary decisions, to being a more responsible artist and continuing his passionate work as a writer despite no longer penning articles for the Huffington Post. As the interview progressed, Homeboy Sandman took a moment to give some insight into more project related subjects, s

These throwback Episodes initially aired public but were removed as a result of the change in plans of the audio service we were using before.  Now we are happy to share these insightful interviews which began the AUDIO journey of Artist Interviews with Out Da Box Radio. Original Show Description: Out Da Box Radio is happy to bring you a special interview with Michigan Emcee “Willie The Kid”. We got the chance to speak with Willie recently on a number of of topics, including how he got his start in music and how he’s been able to achieve success coming up in the mixtape circuit (via Gangsta Grillz/ The Aphilliates). Willie also took the time to speak in-depth about his recent work with Producer, The Alchemist on The Masterpiece Theatre EP and shared his experience of recording at the Rap Camp (Alchemist’s Studio) where he was able to vibe with and witness the creative work of other skilled lyricists like Roc Marciano, Action Bronson and others. Among other things, Willie took the time to speak on the inf

These throwback Episodes initially aired public but were removed as a result of the change in plans of the audio service we were using before.  Now we are happy to share these insightful interviews which began the AUDIO journey of Artist Interviews with Out Da Box Radio. Original Show Description: Out Da Box Radio brings you our exclusive interview with Ann Arbor, Michigan Producer “14KT”. Fresh off the release of his latest LP entitled “Nickel & Dimed”, we got the chance to speak with KT for a truly in-depth interview. We spoke on a number of intriguing topics, including KT’s introduction to music, his earlier days as a member of the the Athletic Mic League (AML), the meaning behind his new album, his approach to production, the Soulful Michigan scene, and his previous work with Jay Electronica. 14KT also spoke in-depth on the topic of today’s electronic music and how to distinguish between what’s quality vs what’s wack. In conclusion, 14KT also gave us some insight into some of his upcoming project

These throwback Episodes initially aired public but were removed as a result of the change in plans of the audio service we were using before.  Now we are happy to share these insightful interviews which began the AUDIO journey of Artist Interviews with Out Da Box Radio. Original Show Description: Out Da Box Radio is happy to bring you our latest interview featuring the accomplished music producer/composer “Adrian Younge”. I recently got the chance to chat with Adrian on a number of topics, including how he got his start in music, making the transition from sampling to live instruments, living in the digital music age and the significance of album art to music. He also took the time to speak on his original music that was recently sampled by Jay-Z for the “Magna Carta Holy Grail” Album and how Jay initially got a hold of the sample. Progressing through the interview, Adrian also took a moment to speak in-depth about his collabo album with Ghostface Killah (Twelve Reasons To Die) and his thoughts about pr

These throwback Episodes initially aired public but were removed as a result of the change in plans of the audio service we were using before.  Now we are happy to share these insightful interviews which began the AUDIO journey of Artist Interviews with Out Da Box Radio. Original Show Description: Out Da Box Radio is happy to bring you a special interview with Michigan based Mello Music Group Producer “Apollo Brown”. We were fortunate to speak with Apollo a few weeks ago to discuss specifics about his music history and recent career success. He took the time to speak in-depth about how he got his start and who some of his influences were in music. We also got a chance to reflect on some of his recent successful projects, like the “Trophies LP” with O.C., The Guilty Simpson Project (Dice Game), and this year’s collabo project with Ghostface and Ugly Heroes. Apollo also took a moment to give some insight into his studio set up and equipment range by noting his preference towards using more minimalist/vinta

These throwback Episodes initially aired public but were removed as a result of the change in plans of the audio service we were using before.  Now we are happy to share these insightful interviews which began the AUDIO journey of Artist Interviews with Out Da Box Radio. Original Show Description: This week Out Da Box Radio is happy to bring you a very special interview with Grammy Award Winning music producer “Symbolyc One” better known as “S1”. Close fans may be familiar with him as a prominent member of the texas based hip hop group “The Strange Fruit Project” but in recent years his solo career has developed enormously and he’s gained greater recognition as a music producer. Recently we got a chance to speak with S1 on a number of topics including his start with the Strange Fruit Project and his work with Erykah Badu as a fellow artist and member of the production collective The Cannabinoids. We also talked about his music relationship with “Kanye West” and how he came to produce the highly acclaimed

These throwback Episodes initially aired public but were removed as a result of the change in plans of the audio service we were using before.  Now we are happy to share these insightful interviews which began the AUDIO journey of Artist Interviews with Out Da Box Radio. Original Show Description: Out Da Box Radio is happy to feature accomplished North Carolina Emcee “Rapper Big Pooh” of the legendary hip hop group “Little Brother”. Pooh took the time to speak to us on a range of intriguing topics including his beginnings as an emcee, the sacrifices he made being a part of Little Brother, his personality impact on the group and more. He even cleared the record on the possibility of a future Little Brother reunion, expressing that him and 9th Wonder have began to reconcile their differences, but the group is still far from rejoining. As the interview progressed Pooh gave further details on his growth as a solo artist, his previous work with Slum Village and his outlook on being a balanced business man / a

These throwback Episodes initially aired public but were removed as a result of the change in plans of the audio service we were using before.  Now we are happy to share these insightful interviews which began the AUDIO journey of Artist Interviews with Out Da Box Radio. Original Show Description: For this week’s episode Out Da Box Radio, is happy to feature an in-depth interview with acclaimed Long Island Emcee “R.A. The Rugged Man”. I got a chance to chat with R.A. for quite a while on a number of topics, including getting his start in the music biz, becoming friends with The Notorious B.I.G., overcoming mental illness, and growing up in Long Island as a white rapper. This is definitely another intriguing interview, which I have no doubt you will enjoy. R.A. will be releasing his brand new album entitled “Legends Never Die” on April 30th via Nature Sounds Records. Feel free to check out RATheRuggedMan.net as well and Nature-Sounds.net to keep updated with everything happening around him. In the meantim

These throwback Episodes initially aired public but were removed as a result of the change in plans of the audio service we were using before.  Now we are happy to share these insightful interviews which began the AUDIO journey of Artist Interviews with Out Da Box Radio. Original Show Description: For our very first episode, Out Da Box Radio speaks with Producer/Emcee “Audible Doctor” on his music career, grinding as an independent artist, making beats, working alongside the Brown Bag Allstars, the influence of Fat Beats and more. Audible Doctor’s instrumental project entitled "Doctorin" is now available for sale via itunes. Check out our in-depth interview and feel free to support this artist if you like what you hear. Much thanks to Audible Doctor and everyone out there taking the time to listen.

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In our final artist interview of 2020, host Cril talks with  Southside Chicago Emcee "Brittney Carter" about her debut LP "AS I AM", her motivation to start a music career, the success of her early social media freestyle videos, rhyming over soulful boom bap beats, collaborating with producer "Scud One" and vocalist "Oliv Blu", her love reading and much more.  Enjoy! Become an Out Da Box Media Patreon Subscriber https://www.patreon.com/outdaboxmedia (Get exclusive Interview Clips and more) Get Out Da Box Media Merch (T Shirts, Sweaters, Snapback Hats etc.) https://outdaboxmedia.bigcartel.com/ Donate to Out Da Box Media https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/outdaboxmedia Visit our Website (Subscribe to our Mailing List) www.outdaboxmedia.com

In this episode of Out Da Box Talks, host Cril talks with Detroit Emcee/Producer "MosEL" on his early inspirations to pursue music, growing up in a musical family with "Quelle Chris" being his brother, his latest 2 Albums "Everybody Lying" and "Protect Your Peace", music creativity, overcoming fear, fatherhood love, the strength of music and much more.  Very insightful interview from a very talented artist. Take a listen. Become an Out Da Box Media Patreon Subscriber https://www.patreon.com/outdaboxmedia (Get exclusive Interview Clips and more) Get Out Da Box Media Merch (T Shirts, Sweaters, Snapback Hats etc.) https://outdaboxmedia.bigcartel.com/ Donate to Out Da Box Media https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/outdaboxmedia Visit our Website (Subscribe to our Mailing List) www.outdaboxmedia.com