On this episode of the Capital City Podcast, Capital J and D.L. Glass are joined by M Woods to debate a heavy question: what’s the worst thing to ever happen in hip-hop? Starting at the beginning with Scott La Rock’s death, the conversation moves through major turning points like the Biz Markie sampling lawsuit, the rise of violence and gang/drug culture, Tupac signing to Death Row, the deaths of Tupac and Biggie, and how tit-for-tat beef still echoes today.

They also dig into modern shifts—streaming payouts, YouTube as the new Wild West, and how hip-hop became the lens the world uses to view Black culture. Tap in, then email your take on the worst thing to happen in hip-hop to [email protected].

Capital City Podcast #133 "The end of an era in hip-hop"

Capital City Podcast #132 How Radio has Changed ft Dj DVS

Plies went viral asking a question every DJ has heard before: “Why y’all play the same 15 songs?” Capital J and DL Glass bring in a real panel to answer it the right way — DJ 360 (one of the Triangle’s busiest DJs), DJ Skaz Digga (Butter Team / on the road with Big Daddy Kane), and Patrice representing the real party people who know when a DJ is actually DJing.

They break down the truth behind “safe records,” reset songs, reading the room, crowd trust, why streaming/TikTok changed the DJ’s power, and how to introduce new music without killing the floor. Along the way they start naming the actual “15 songs,” debate Cash Money vs No Limit, and talk about why residencies matter if you want a DJ’s style (not just a playlist). They close with “songs we want to break” right now — including CeeLo Green’s “Best of My Life” and a push to bring Miami Bass back to parties.

In this powerful episode of the Capital City Podcast, hosts Capital J and DL Glass sit down with Dr. D, widely recognized as a pioneer of the Gospel DJ movement, to break down the untold history of how DJs helped shape gospel music, hip-hop culture, and faith-based spaces.

Dr. D shares real stories from the early days of spinning records in churches, the pushback DJs faced, and how gospel DJ culture evolved alongside mainstream hip-hop. The conversation dives deep into music ministry, DJ entrepreneurship, cultural resistance, and the lasting influence DJs have had on both sacred and secular music scenes.

This episode is a must-listen for:

• DJs and music creatives
• Hip-hop historians
• Gospel music fans
• Anyone interested in faith, culture, and the business of music

Topics covered include:

• The origins of gospel DJs
• Faith vs. culture debates in music
• Hip-hop’s influence on gospel spaces
• DJ legacy, purpose, and impact

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On this episode of the Capital City Podcast, Capital J and DL Glass sit down for one of the realest conversations of the season — pushing through the moments when creativity, motivation, and life just ain’t hitting the way they usually do.

This isn’t a hype episode. It’s an honest one.

The fellas talk openly about burnout, losing momentum, expectations from the culture, and how hard it can be to show up when your energy is low but your purpose is still calling.

From personal reflections to hard-earned wisdom, this episode peels back the curtain on the grind behind the mic — the pressure, the passion, and the reality that even creators have days when “doing this” feels heavy.

If you’ve ever hit that wall but kept going anyway, you’ll feel this one.

In this shorter-format episode, Capital J and DL Glass explore the idea of “party-goers” across different generations — how social energy, nightlife culture, and community gathering have changed (or stayed the same) over time. They reflect on the way attitudes, spaces, music, and generational shifts influence how people “come out to vibe,” highlighting how history, culture, and personal experience intersect when people gather.

The conversation touches on generational differences — older heads vs younger heads — how nostalgia and respect for roots blend with modern ways of partying, and what it means to “throw a party” in different eras. The vibe stays conversational and reflective: part memory lane, part social commentary.

In this episode of Capital City Podcast, host Capital J sits down with legendary DJ Sir Charles Mixin’ Dixon to explore his journey from underground club nights to major radio shows, how technology changed the game, and what it takes to stay relevant as a creative in a shifting scene. Tune in for stories, advice, and behind-the-scenes talk for anyone building in music, media or brand culture.

At 44:52, DJ Deluxe drops one of the realest DJ confessions we’ve heard — the moment he had seconds to save a dying crowd and turned the whole building around.

DL Glass and Capital J sit down with DJ Deluxe, one of Raleigh’s most versatile DJs, to talk about the grind behind the turntables and the moments that define a real DJ.

In this episode:

• How Deluxe flipped his toughest crowd moment

• Raleigh’s party scene from the 2000s to today

• Why versatility separates good DJs from great ones

• The evolution from crates to digital

• What Carolina artists and DJs need to win in 2025

Full episode: capitalcitypodcast.com

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In this episode of the Capital City Podcast with Capital J, we dive into “The Cost of Hip-Hop” 💥 What does it really take to stay true in the game when the stakes are high? From major deals to independent moves, we’re peeling back the layers of the grind and what it really costs. Tune in, lean back, and let’s get into it. 🎤👇

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📍Raleigh-based, global mindset.

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