Out Da Box Talks

In this Episode 55 of Out Da Box Talks, host Cril talks with NYC Emcee "Mickey Factz" on his amazing New Album "Warped Collages", as well as the thought provoking themes and lyrics on the LP including becoming a new Father, Financial Empowerment, Creative Lyrics, Respect for Women and more.  This interview is lasts a little shorter in duration that our usual Out Da Box Talks interviews but its packed with some valuable insight about the album "Warped Collages" which will certainly be including in my top album of the year lists for 2020. Look for a youtube show from Out Da Box Talks this month expressing out Top Albums and EPs of the year soon.  In the meantime, enjoy the interview! 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 (S

In this Episode of Out Da Box Talks Host Cril talks in depth with Emcee, Producer, Singer "Hezekiah" on his vast career experiences as an artist as well as the inspiration and meaning behind his latest Album "The Universe Does Not Reward Fear".  We talk about everything from his beginnings as an artist to to his growth in the music biz, him overcoming a brain aneurysm, getting back to his career and looking at life differently.  One of the significant topics that comes up prominently on the new album is that of "Forgiveness" and the importance of it, and we delve in to this topic thoughtfully in the interview.  Hezekiah also talks about his experiences being mistaken for the famous Gospel Artist "Hezekiah Walker" and share stories about his experience with developing the Beat Society "Event Series" back in the early 2000's and the variety of artists he was able to build a successful relationship with. We talk about some of his earlier collaboration work with other artists like "Ishe, Chief Kama

In this Episode of Out Da Box Talks, Host Cril talks in depth with Talented Michigan Emcee "One Be Lo" on his earliest experiences pursuing Hip Hop, the development of the group/movement "Binary Star", and his inspiration and experience moving to the country of Egypt.  He also talks in depth about his conceptual approach to his albums, as well as themes and lyrics expressed on his highly anticipated LP out now, entitled "B.A.B.Y. Being A Black Youth".  We even talk a bit about his recent EP "C-Section" and tap into some of the lyrics and meaning behind the project.  This interview was one of the longest interviews I've done for Out Da Box Talks but I believe it's well worth the listen, as it features a truly creative and talented Artist of our time.  Take the time to listen when you can. 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

In this Episode of Out Da Box Talks, Host Cril talks in depth with native Boston Emcee/Singer, Producer "Lyric Jones" about her journey and development as an artist, growing to a place of getting appreciation for her music, collaborating with Phonte of "Little Brother" as executive producer on her latest Album "Closer Than They Appear", the meaning behind the title of the project and more.  Lyric even takes time to break down a  number of lyrics displayed  on the album as well as the significance behind some of the concepts on the project.  She also takes time to speak about her 2019 project "Ga$ Money" produced by Nameless, her recent NPR Tiny Desk home performance and gives insight into reasons why black men and women sometimes have conflict in understanding and respecting each other.  The interview definitely goes in depth and has more content as it clocks in about almost 2 hours.  I certainly hope that this listen is an insightful one.  Enjoy! Become an Out Da Box Media

Host Cril talks with Washington D.C. Emcee "Uptown XO" on his early journey rap, growing and developing as an artist in D.C., collaborating with Oddisse and yU to form the Hip Hop group "Diamond District", his 2 new projects "Culture Over Corporate 1 and 2", the significance of the title and 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 50 of Out Da Box Talks, host Cril decided to do a LIVE show without the usual artist interview to Celebrate the 50th Episode, give updates on Out Da Box Talks, and share Hip Hop News.  The show originally aired LIVE on Mixcloud on Wednesday October 28th and included music which can be heard over at our mixcloud page  this weekend.  But over here you can check the main Talk audio from host Cril with a guest phone call from Co Host A-Level near the end of the show.  We talk about Emcee "Rapsody's" recent Lyricist of The Year Award from BET, Dope Hip Hop Albums and EPs recently released, Raekwon The Chef's Upcoming Memoir, Purple Tape 3, his upcoming Documentary, Common's New LP and more.  Enjoy and feel encouraged to support our Out Da Box Movement by hitting up any of the links below.  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

In this Episode of Out Da Box Talks, Host Cril talks in depth with Emcee/ Producer “ILLOGIC” about his inspirations to rap and also produce, he talks about his experimental approach to music, the purpose of the successful “Super Duty Tough Work Podcast” he shares with fellow Emcee “Blueprint”, how he defines success as it relates to the podcast, his recent "Cosmogramma Interpretations EP" and the inspiration for the project.  For the remainder of the interview, ILLOGIC takes the time to delve deep into the sounds, the themes and some of the lyrics on his latest Solo Album entitled “Autopilot”. He talks about his hands on approach to the LP, his first album where the rapping , producing, mixing and even photography is all done by him. He explains why he chose to title the project "Autopilot" and uncovers the meaning behind some of the intriguing lyrics on the album. This interview was a special one! I approached the questions with the intention of learning as much as I could about the Autopilot LP to get

In this Episode 48 Of Out Da Box Talks, host Cril talks with Native D.C. Emcee "Napoleon Da Legend" on his inspirations to Emcee and have a career in Hip Hop, he also talks about his upbringing and how it has influenced his perspective and thought provoking rhymes, how he got the name Napoleon, maintaining consistency as an artist and eventually getting to a place where one can enjoy the fruits of their labor.  He also talks about the themes and inspirations for his recent "Street Universe LP" with producer Giallo Point, his "The Stuff Of Legend" project with Ro Data and his latest "Dragon Ball G" project produced by himself.  The interview is quite insightful and gives a good glimpse into the creative mindset of Napoleon Da Legend.  His catalog is extremely vast and there's so much to uncover with his clever approach to Hip Hop albums, but hopefully this interview introduces you if its your first time learning of him.  If you are already familiar, then hopefully the conversation enhances

In this Episode of Out Da Box Talks, host Cril talks with native Staten Island, now Baltimore, MD Emcee "Jamil Honesty" on his inspiration to Rap, growing up in Staten Island, moving to Baltimore and developing as an artist.  He also talks about his collaboration with Producer "Hobgoblin" and the Marty Music series, as well as some of the themes on the latest project, telling his truth in his music, his approach as an artist and much more. Jamil's sound is very reminiscent of the raw 90's Wu Tang, East Coast Hip Hop sound but he demonstrates in his own unique way.  Definitely a sharp lyricist who has a lot to offer to the hip hop artform.  I certainly hope you enjoy and are inspired by this interview

In this Episode of Out Da Box Talks, Host Cril talks with native Pittsburgh Emcee "J. Sands" on his inspirations to Emcee and pursue music, his beginnings with Hip Hop group "Lone Catalysts" comprised of himself and producer "J. Rawls", learning the music business and growing as an entrepreneur and independent artist, his latest project VFBOYAB "Vote For Biden Or You Aint Black", why he chose to title the Album after the said Joe Biden comment, the "Karen" track which takes a thought provoking approach and critically expounds on the popular "Karen Meme" as well as the idea of white privelage, his new single "Da Rona" reflecting on the effects of the Corona virus and the impact of the pandemic,  his previous "The Black Revolution Album", some of the subject matter and themes on the LP and more. www.outdaboxmedia.com Support Out Da Box Tee Merch: https://outdaboxmedia.bigcartel.com/

Originally aired on our youtube channel: Out Da Box TV, Hosts Cril and A-Level talk in depth with native Milwaukee Emcee, and southern Hip Hop pioneer "SPEECH" of the Grammy Award winning Hip Hop group "Arrested Development" on his early ubringings, his inspirations to pursue music,  growing with Arrested Development, from the good times to the challenges and good again, his current relationship with the original members of the group, who AD comprises of today, their Brand New LP "Don't Fight Your Demons", collaborating with Producer "Configa", his Christianity faith and how he views it, the impact of the late but important "Baba Oje" and what he meant to Arrested Development, his docuseries "The Nigga Factory", consciousness in Hip Hop and much more.  Check out he full video of the episode on our youtube channel Out Da Box TV.  Be inspired! Video of Out Da Box TV Interview with Speech: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OzrOa8C7q3I Support Tee Shirt Merch from Out Da Box Media: https://outdaboxm

In this Interview Host Cril talks in depth with Mississauga/Toronto Ontario Emcee "Es" on his inspirations to Emcee, the Underground Hip Hop scene in Toronto, his successfully produced 2017 album "We Are Only Getting Older" along with some of the important themes that the project dealt with.  We talked about everything from Emcee's developing lyrical maturity and being more conscious of their lyrics, to what it looks like to age gracefully as an artist,  and finding the balance between music biz life and taking care of responsibilities with family life.  Es also takes the time to talk about times of doubt he experienced with pursuing his artist career and one of the things that helped him to overcome.  We also talk about his recent 2019 EP "Social Meteor Vol 1: Inspired by my Timeline", the inspirations for the project title, and some of the thought provoking concept records on the EP.  Fast forward to 2020, Es also gives a glimpse of the inspiration behind his latest project released

In this Episode 43 of Out Da Box Talks, Host Cril talks with Southern California Emcee "A-F-R-O" on how his inspirations to Rap, meeting his favorite Emcee "RA The Rugged Man" and eventually traveling the world and meeting some of his other favorite Hip Hop artists.  He talks about how his Emcee name A-F-R-O came to be, releasing his AFRO Polo project with Marco Polo in 2016 and why he's yet to release his first official Full Length album after a number of years of him making music.  He also takes the time to talk about his strengths as a Lyricist and what has helped him to be successful at freestyling and other aspects of his lyricsm.  In the interview A-F-R-O speaks on some of his challenges growing up from being bullied as a youth, and experiencing a car accident as a teenager along with how he was able to overcome and gain positive insight out of these experiences.  He even talks about his clever ability to do the fast rap, without jumbling or skipping over words yet still making the r

In Episode 42 of Out Da Box Talks, Host Cril talks with native Detroit Emcee "Boog Brown" on her inspirations to rap, her experience moving from Detroit to Atlanta, becoming involved in the ATL Hip Hop scene, her Album/EP catalogue ranging from her original project with Apollo Brown entitled "The Brown Study", how the Remix of that project came to be, as well as her Sun Up, Late Bloom, Boog Brown and recent "Summer Daze Vol. 1 EP"  with Producer "Spitzwell".  She also talks about Dope Girl Magic, Black Girl Magic, the representation of Women in Hip Hop, shares thoughts on Cardi B and Megan the Stallion's popular WAP video, the impact of Black Love and much more. This is definitely an in-depth interview and gives viewers an insightful look into the thoughts and career of Boog Brown. A very talented Emcee who has offered a solid catalogue of Quality Hip Hop projects but has so much more to offer.  The interview is a little over 2 hours long but definitely worth the view/listen.  Hope you are

In this Episode 41 of Out Da Box Talks, Host Cril talks in depth with NY Emcee "Pruven" on his inspirations to Emcee, collaborating with Vast Aire of the classic Cannibal Ox Hip Hop group, the inspiration for the artwork on his successful "Clandestine Rituals LP", working with producer Jak Progresso, specific lyrics and themes on the album as well as his newer "Asiatic African Arts LP".  This interview is a quite in depth one and especially interesting if you are a fan of deciphering lyrics and appreciate intellectual talk.  I'm particularly proud of this interview because I was able to explore the meaning behind some of the thought provoking themes on these 2 projects in which Pruven actually released this year.  If you are already a fan of Pruven, I believe you'll certainly appreciate the interview.  If this is your first time learning of him, hopefully you'll be inspired to explore his music with an open mind.  Enjoy and Be Inspired!

In this Episode of Out Da Box Talks, Host Cril talks with NY Hip Hop duo "The Good People" consisting of Emcee "Emskee" and Producer "Saint".  In this interview the duo talk about their history with Hip Hop and how the came together as a group, they also talk about their benevolent name and its significance to them.  They also talk about their soulful boom bap sound and how they've been able to maintain that vintage vibe in 2020.  The interview touches on themes like diversity in Hip Hop, reasons why thought provoking records are often unheard on commercial airwaves, giving recognition to the culture's original elements and valuing quality.  The interview also examines the possibility of one who has bias or a false perspective being able to change his/her viewpoints for the better, it also touches on the subject of Black and Brown people standing strong and "NOT Self Destructing" despite the numerous incidents of police brutality and acts of racial injustice.  We go on to talk about P

In this Episode of Out Da Box Talks, Host Cril talks with Cali native, now Michigan Emcee "Sareem Poems" on his inspiration to become and Emcee, choosing to work with single producers on a majority of his albums,  how he met producer "Newselph" and what inspired the concept for their new album entitled "The Art Of Living", the significance behind the cover artwork and a number of topics referenced on the album dealing with everything from Family responsibility, appreciating the simple things in life, having gratitude, the importance of relatable Hip Hop records and the relatable presence as an Artist, planning for the future in the present, the difference between surviving and living and much more mature and thought provoking conversation.  I really enjoyed this interview, I think it resonates well with the idea of Fatherhood, Marriage, putting family as a priority and still maintaining balance with ones passion or artistry, yet appreciating life in its simplest form.  I truly believe that this

In this Episode 38 of Out Da Box Talks, Host Cril talks with Maryland Emcee/Producer "Substantial" about his inspirations to be a Hip Hop Artist, growing up in Maryland and how he was able to develop relationships with DMV artists.  He also talks about his new compilation album "What I Been Saying" and his efforts and ability to maintain inspiring and uplifting lyrics throughout his career.  He also talks about his work as an Educator and the ways in which is has helped him to grow and benefited his outlook as family man.  He shares his love for producing and the feel it provides, what gets in the way of people living out their full purpose, how he's been able to overcome certain obstacles with resilience, and much more. This interview is close to 2 hours long but definitely worth checking out.  I hope you are inspired! This Episode is also available in Video form on our Out Da Box TV Youtube Channel

In this Episode 37 of Out Da Box Talks, Host Cril talks with LA Emcee "Cashus King" on a number of topics, including how he first got inspired to rap, meeting fellow LA Emcee "Blu" and developing a friendship. He also talks about the inspirations for his previous Emcee Name "Co$$" and why it changed to "Cashus King" as well as the meaning behind the cash symbolism in the two titles. As the interview continues, "Cashus" takes time to talk about his latest project "Weightless" including the significance of the artwork, the exclamation points in each song title, as well as some other themes the album touches on like, mind power, friendship, gravity and more. Cashus also takes a moment to talk about his unique vocal presence as an Emcee and what inspires his sometimes commanding voice in his music. He even talks about the state of the Black American in response to one of his newest tracks "Triggered, A Beast of No Nation" and delves into more thought provoking topics. Hope that this interview is inspiring!

In this Episode 36 of Out Da Box hosts Cril and A-Level talk Hip Hop News and Giving Homage.  The show starts off with a R.I.P. and recognition to the late, talented  Emcee "Malik B", the segues into "Black Thought" and his upcoming Streams Of Thought Vol. 3 LP with producer "Sean C".  Raekwon's 25th Anniversary of his Classic Album "Only Built 4 Cuban Link" and the anticipation for a Part 3.  We also take a serious critique of "Meme Culture" and its negative effects in general, but specifically recently to Black Women in response to Artist "Megan Thee Stallion" recently being shot in her feet, and the status of the highly anticipated Black Star Sophomore LP.  We also speak on Lupe Fiasco's insight that he recently reached out to Nas with the interest of collaborating on a new project, and the conversation segues into lots of talk about Nas, the producers he's chose to work with over the years, and who we both would like to see him collaborate with.  The show closes out on a Clas