Out Da Box Talks

In this Out Da Box Talks Episode 107 (the final Episode of Season 4) Host Cril talks with talented Orlando Emcee "MidaZ The BEAST" about his latest two part project entitled "8487", the production by "Delle Digga", his smooth rhyme flow, delivery and clever lyrics.  We talk about what inspired him and Delle to come together for these 2 EPs, the roles they both played in the formation of the projects, MidaZ also speaks on a variety of the actual tracks on both projects "87" an "84", as well as the meaning behind specific lines on some of the tracks, his role and experience partaking on the "Live from The Blue Note" single/video with Artists Niko IS, Talib Kweli, Wordsworth, Punchline etc.  He also talks about what he has in store next musically, how he would like his music legacy to be viewed looking back and more.  Take a listen to the High Quality Audio of this interview at the Out Da Box Talks Audio Podcast.  Enjoy!    Note from Cril of Out Da Box Media:   It has been

In this Out Da Box Talks Episode 106, Host Cril talks with Producer "maticulous" about his inspirations to become a producer, his early methods of making beats to how he has grown in his approach and perspective as a beatsmith, his preference of producing for Emcees over doing Beat Tapes, what inspired his latest "no caps" album, how he's gotten Emcees to collaborate with him on his compilation projects as well as his unique approach to pairing featured guests.  He also speaks on  his favorite tracks to create on "no caps" and how he came to collaborate with Justo The MC for 2 projects, along with how their chemistry has developed and more. Check out the full Video Interview now on our youtube channel: Out Da Box TV at link below and the High Quality Audio of episode on Out Da Box Talks via Anchor, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Overcast etc. maticulous - no caps Album https://maticulous21.bandcamp.com/album/no-caps maticulous Interview on Out Da Box TV (Youtube) https://youtu.be/uHTT4fTL

Tomorrow (Sat May 7th at 9pm Est) our Out Da Box Talks Panel will discuss the New “Black Star” Album. Tune in to our YouTube at Out Da Box TV at this link. We look forward to having you involved in the discussion! https://youtu.be/Dx-QGd2Y200

In this Out Da Box Talks Episode 105, Host Cril talks in depth with Brooklyn native, South Carolina based Emcee "T-Nyce" and South Carolina bred and based Emcee "Jorai" about their debut Collabo Album "Supreme Talk" which came out earlier this year in the month of January.  We talk about everything from the thought provoking themes on the project, which involve topics such as using Hip Hop carefully, art imitating one's real life and not a falsehood, being very talented but not getting recognized, the gratitude and joy of family, reminiscing on past experiences with music and loss of loved ones, the impact of the legendary Phife Dawg and A Tribe Called Quest, specifically there Classic Midnight Marauders Album, the producer involvement and soulfful boom bap sound of the album, their recording process, chemistry, and relationship as friends, the South Carolina Hip Hop scene and much more.  Also watch the video of this interview on our Youtube Channel Out Da Box TV at link below. Enjoy! In this Out Da

In this Episode 104 of Out Da Box Talks, Host Cril presents a special interview, to launch our New Out Da Box Talks “SOUL FEATURE SERIES” where he hosts an Interview with a talented SOUL Singer, Vocalist, or Producer every 4th Friday of the Month.  In this Epsiode Cril talks with one of his favorite New Singers, also Guitarist and Producer "Kyla Charter" about her debut New Album "Edible Flowers" which was released earlier this month exclusively on bandcamp. We talk about her early inspirations to sing, as well as her college training with developing her vocalist skills and what lead to the official release of "Edible Flowers". We also talked about the Production Team "Safe SpaceShip" who contributed exceptionally to the album and her role in the production of the project as well.  Kyla gives insight into the significance of the Album Name, the depiction of the Cover Art, as well as the song titles, subject matter and lyrics on the album.  She also takes the time to talk about her unique approach as a singer,

In this Episode 103 of Out Da Box Talks, Host Cril talks with talented BK Emcee "Lord Kayso" about his amazing new album "MOOR CHORES" (currently available exclusively on bandcamp). As well as his early inspirations to Emcee, the Inspiration behind his Carribean Influenced Emcee Sound/ Flow, his connection to Family, Guyanese Culture and more. The interview specifically centers around the themes and subject matter expressed on the MOOR CHORES album, including the 3 main Producers involved (Chris DeCastro, Haijino, Jesse Rack$on) and how they were able to come up with such a cohesive sound for the project, the awesome sequencing on the album, including his mom's voice in the opening of the album, the glorification of street and gun talk in music and how it's destructive to the youth, his inspiration to write a song about his uncle Mark, Principles he's gained from his Dad, his favorite Guyanese Food dishes and much more. Take a listen to the full interview and feel encouraged to become a patreon member of Out

In this Episode 102 of Out Da Box Talks, Host Cril talks with Houston Emcee "C-Red" and Texas Producer Collective "The Roux" (Kay, Jermaine, KINGMASON) about their New EP entitled "HEIR" and more. The interview begins with their introduction to pursue music, and how they all came together to create the "HEIR" EP released in February of this year. We talk about the thought provoking themes on the project, and C-Red's lyrics on topics like overcoming fear, being true to yourself, achievement, having faith in GOD, widsom gained from her parents, the values of a healthy relationship and much more. The members of the Roux speak on their rich production contribution to the HEIR EP, along with their individual live instrument contributions, the process of recording the project, the vocal features included and more. C-Red also talks about her Whitecoat Wednesdays IG reel freestyle series and how she's been able to balance a Music Career with pursuing Med School and be successful at both. At the close of the interview

Out Da Box Talks Podcast is back for Season 4!  Episode 101. This time Host Cril interviews Ontario Emcee "Es" about his new album "You Want A Piece Of Me?" on various topics of the project, including how him and Producer "Jaypal" came to work together, the significance of the album title, collaborating with super lyricist Elzhi, what keeps him motivated to keep pursuing music, satisfying his dreams but taking care of his responsibilities and priorities first, dealing peoples pronunciation of his birth name for years and much more.  This interview is also available as a high quality audio interview to listen to on anchor.fm, apple and spotify.  Just click the link below. Enjoy!   Es - You Want A Piece of Me (Album on Bandcamp)  https://esmuzik.bandcamp.com/album/you-want-a-piece-of-me  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.bigcar

Out Da Box Talks Season 4 on hold but in the meantime visit www.outdaboxmedia.com for the “new music blog” where I’m posting brand new creative conscious hip hop and soul music daily and follow the Out Da Box Hip Hop Spotify Playlist

In this Celebratory 100th Episode of #OutDaBoxTalks, which initially aired LIVE on our Youtube Channel "Out Da Box TV". Host Cril invites Out Da Box Team, bros "A Level, and Mark" along with Special Guest Artists Raw Poetic, Damu The Fudgemunk, Big Stacks, Nite Tyme, and SkyBlew to share conversation on what the Out Da Box Platform means to them, how they would like to see it grow in the future and their favorite Out Da Box Episodes in the past.  Early in the show, Cril along with A Level and Mark speak on the history of Out Da Box Talks, the early intentions of the Show, and what it has grown to be so far.  Cril also shares some inisght into his plans for 2022 with the platform.  During the show we also have a cool back and forth convo about our Favorite VERZUZ moments of the year, with Big Daddy Kane and KRS One's being a popular choice, we also talk about who we would like to see in an Underground or Independent Hip Hop VERZUZ.  The show was a fun, insightful and celebratory Episode and I am so glad to get

Tune in Live tonight at 9pm est (we will have Special Guests joining the show) at our YouTube Channel: Out Da Box TV at this link https://youtu.be/uT0ngvC_VE8

In this Out Da Box Talks Episode 99, Host Cril talks with accomplished UK Producer/Emcee "Funky DL" about his introduction to pursuing music professionally, his most impactful music moments/releases in his career, his  experience working with the late great "Nujabes", collaborating with fellow Emcee's "Substantial" and "V Steeze", his amazing New Album "Beautiful Soul", the Album Title, Artwork, lyrics, awesome vocal features and more.  The interview is quite in depth but very insightful so take your time.  There is also an exclusive bonus interview with Funky DL which will be on our patreon page this weekend (link below).  This episode is also our final main artist interview of the year.  We will be doing a special celabratory 100th "Out Da Box Talks" Episode live on our youtube channel "Out Da Box TV" on Tuesday 12.28.2021 with some special guests, so tune in then to check out the celebratory 100th Episode. Happy Holidays and Enjoy!  Also watch the Video of this interview on Ou

In this Out Da Box Talks Episode 98, Host Cril talks with North Carolina Emcee "SkyBlew" about his journey as an Emcee, his most impactful moments in his music career, his thought provoking and conscious approach to his music, his New Album "Keys Of Light" Produced by Navo The Maestro, the goal of creating the music to bring a light, uplifting and inspiring vibe with the lyrics and production.  He also talks about some of the different lyrics, theme and subject matter on the album.  Take a listen to the interview! Be Inspired! SkyBlew and Navo The Maestro - Keys Of Light (Album) https://skyblew1.bandcamp.com/album/skyblew-x-navo-the-maestro-keys-of-light Watch video interview of SkyBlew episode on youtube channel Out Da Box TV at the link https://youtu.be/e5ah0s9fasA 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/ Cril's

In this Out Da Box Talks Episode 97, Host Cril talks in depth with Chicago Emcee "Defcee" about his early inspirations to Emcee, his New Album Trapdoor, its theme, Artwork, subject matter, lyrics, collaborating with Messiah Musik, putting the album out on Backwoodz Studios and more   Defcee and Messiah Musik - Trapdoor Album  https://defcee.bandcamp.com/album/trapdoor  Watch Video interview of episode on Out Da Box Taks TV https://youtu.be/SqY3Z8peAV4  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  https://cash.app/$outdaboxrep     Visit our Website (Subscribe to our Mailing List)     www.outdaboxmedia.com

In this Out Da Box Talks Episode 96, Host Cril talks with Chicago Emcee "Philmore Greene" about his early inspirations to pursue Emceeing, his most impactful Music moments experienced, a sum up of his previous Music Projects "Chicago: A Third World City" and "The Survival Scroll".  He also takes the time to talk at length about his newest album "Knowledge and Power" which is produced by Rashid Hadee, the reason for the album title, cover artwork, the thought provoking themes and lyrics on the album, such as the standout track "Manage Money (Black Men)", some of the album's featured artists, how the production was selected from Rashid Hadee and much more.  Rashid was not available for the main interview but managed to call in, in time for our exclusive patreon interview to share some words about his production and music on this album.  If you are not a patreon subscriber of Out Da Box Media yet, consider signing up if you'd like to hear over 30 and counting interviews only available to Out Da Bo

No new #OutDaBoxTalks Episode Today, we’ll resume next Friday for Episode 96. Check out our previous episodes at www.outdaboxmedia.com. Also check out my new YouTube channel: Out Da Box Media, where I’ll be doing daily Music Reviews on Quality New Hip Hop and Soul Albums as well as singles. Enjoy the Holidays if you celebrate!

In this Out Da Box Talks Episode 95, Host Cril talks with MC Till of Everybody's Hip Hop & The Boom Bap Review Magazine about his early inspirations with Hip Hop as well as his history as an Emcee.  He also talks about the EHH Movement and the team's contribution to informing others about quality new Boom Bap Hip Hop through music reviews via the Boom Bap Review Magazine, as well as having Emcee, Producers, Journalists, Interviews and social media discussions about Hip Hop not only new and newsworthy today but also in recognition to classic boom bap hip hop of yesterday. The Boom Bap Review is a Physical and now digital Magazine released once a year and features well thought out reviews on  recommended Boom Bap and Independent Hip Hop Albums released from November to November.  The 2021 Boom Bap Review is scheduled to be released on Friday November 26th.  It will be available to order at the boombapreview.com.  Tune in to this interview to learn more about MC Till, Everybody's Hip

In this Episode 94 of Out Da Box Talks, Host Cril talks in depth with Detroit Emcee, Producer "Illingsworth" about his inspiration for pursuing music, his thoughtful but humorously clever lyrical approach, his drive for making beats and more.  We talk about some of his music selections from his vast beat tape catalog but delve even deeper into his lyrical catalog which features some extremely clever and thoughtful rhymes.  We talk about his latest single "Around" which finds him singing over some dreamy electro soul production, his recent Emcee Project "I Didn't Think This Through (2017 Demos)" released in May of 2020, his "OLD MAN RAPS" EP released in 2019, his "You're No Fun" single released in 2018 along with the Album, his 2016 Album "I Didn't Ask For This", his "Giant Slide" EP in 2014 and even his hilarious "Dreams In San Franscico" scat jazz track released years ago on bandcamp.  I had a lot of fun doing this interview.  Illingsworth is one of the most skilled and unique Emcees I ha

Host Cril talks with Chicago Emcee "D2x" about his journey as a youth to become a Basketball player, to deciding to pursue Hip Hop artistry, his well produced and thought provoking album "The Color Blue", some of the lyrics, subject matter, album art, concept of the project and much more.  Watch video interview of episode on youtube channel Out Da Box TV at the link below D2x - The Color Blue (Album) https://d2xmusic1.bandcamp.com/album/the-color-blue Watch D2x Interview on Out Da Box TV (Youtube) 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/   Cril's New E Book  (Creating A Successful Interview Podcast)  https://www.outdaboxmedia.com/post/cril-of-out-da-box-media-releases-new-interview-podcast-guide-book  Donate to Out Da Box Media   https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/outdaboxmedia   https://cash.app/$outdaboxrep   Visit ou

In this Out Da Box Talks Episode 92, Host Cril talks in depth with Detroit Producer “Tall Black Guy” and Native Seattle Emcee “Ozay Moore” about their new Album "Of Process and Progression", the significance of album's concept and title, the thought provoking subject matter, lyrics and more.  TBG and Ozay start the interview off by giving insight to some of their most impactful music moments in their career and what has brought them to where they are in music today. Tall Black Guy talks about his patient production approach with the OPAP album, the vision he had in mind for the music, the fortunate way in how the music came together, the chemistry he shares with Ozay, his "Abstractions" Album that came out this year with fellow producer "Zo!" and more.  Ozay takes the time to touch on a number of thoughtful subjects he spits about on the album, dealing with topics related to Higher learning (College), preserving and progressing Hip Hop Culture, Gentrification, becoming a positive Leader and more. Th