Curtiss King Reacts

Curtiss King Reacts

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  • Kehlani Says SUNO AI STOLE Her Song?!

    Kehlani Says SUNO AI STOLE Her Song?! #kehlani #aimusic #suno

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    Chapters:
    0:00 Introduction
    1:02 AI Isn’t Songwriting
    2:00 AI Siphons Human Experience
    3:22 Impact on Creatives
    4:21 Artists Aren’t Protected
    5:12 The Ai Bubble Will Pop
    11:00 Warner x Suno Deal
    26:00 AI as Plagiarism Launderer
    29:40 Spotify’s WhoSampled Play
    30:55 The Future: Human Connection
    👑 WHO IS CURTISS KING?!
    By the way, if this is your first time watching one of my videos, my name is Curtiss King. I'm an Independent Rapper, Music Producer, and YouTuber. My goal is to make you think, laugh and motivate you daily. If you need a channel that constantly keeps you motivated, in a good mood, and speaks to deep thoughts of creatives, consider subscribing.
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    40 min
  • Joe Budden: Why The Music Business Will CRUMBLE in 2026?

    Joe Budden Explains Why Music Business Will CRUMBLE in 2026? #joebudden #musicbusiness

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    33 min
  • WTF IS CO-WORKER MUSIC? (ft. Scru Face Jean)

    WTF IS CO-WORKER MUSIC? (ft. Scru Face Jean) #scrufacejean #dax

    👑 WHO IS CURTISS KING?!
    By the way, if this is your first time watching one of my videos, my name is Curtiss King. I'm an Independent Rapper, Music Producer, and YouTuber. My goal is to make you think, laugh and motivate you daily. If you need a channel that constantly keeps you motivated, in a good mood, and speaks to deep thoughts of creatives, consider subscribing.
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    3 hr 33 min
  • Curtiss King x DAT BOI VIC: Hip Hop’s New War in 2025

    Curtiss King x DAT BOI VIC: Hip Hop’s New War in 2025

    👑 Who is DAT BOI VIC?
    DAT BOI VIC: known on X as @MusicianBuilds is a rapper, historian, and cultural commentator whose viral Hip Hop threads have become required reading across the timeline. His breakdowns of Hip Hop history, industry patterns, and cultural narratives have earned him a rapidly growing following and a respected voice in today’s online Hip Hop discourse.
    As an artist, Vic brings sharp lyricism and grounded social commentary. His newest album, One Day This War Is Going to End, explores legacy, knowledge, spirituality, and survival featuring the Reuben Vincent collaboration “Blood Rain.”
    Chapters:
    0:00 Who Is Dat Boi Vic?
    6:41 The Story Behind His X Threads
    8:00 One Day This War Is Going To End
    9:52 Simplifying The Message
    20:12 Aggressiveness Towards Intelligence
    24:22 Southern Rap Vs. New York Rap
    29:16 Listeners Obsessed With Numbers
    34:50 Kendrick Vs. Drake's Impact
    37:22 Kendrick Lamar Should Elevate Lyricists?
    44:32 What Is A Hit Record?
    48:22 When Vic's Threads Took Off
    54:52 How Vic Exposed Adin Ross
    1:15:25 MAGA Rap is Conscious Rap?
    1:20:02 Respect To 2pac
    1:21:48 What's Next For Vic?
    👑 WHO IS CURTISS KING?!
    Curtiss King is a rapper, producer, YouTuber, and independent artist advocate creating content for Hip Hop thinkers and DIY musicians. Through Curtiss King TV, he explores culture, creativity, and the business of independence.
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    1 hr 30 min
  • F.D. Signifier & Curtiss Talk: The Rise of Anti-Intellectualism in Hip Hop

    F.D. Signifier & Curtiss Talk: The Rise of Anti-Intellectualism in Hip Hop #fdsignifier

    👑 Who is F.D. Signifier?
    F.D. Signifier is a cultural critic, filmmaker, and one of the most important voices in the Black YouTube space. His long-form essays dissect Hip Hop, masculinity, Black media, and cultural narratives with depth, honesty, and clarity. Known for blending academic insight with real-world storytelling, F.D. has become a leading thinker in digital Black culture.
    Chapters:
    0:00 Introduction To F.D. Signifier
    12:10 What Cycle Is Hip Hop In?
    18:04 The Rory Anti-Black Tweets
    28:37 STAN Culture In Rap
    31:28 FD: NWA Were 1st Industry Plants
    37:29 The BigxThaPlug Controversy
    42:59 How Sexyy Redd Happened
    51:47 Racial Self Esteem
    55:17 The Power Of Language
    57:01 Why F.D. Hated Nas's Hip Hop Is De*d
    1:00:29 Broken Play Viral Hip Hop Clip
    1:05:55 Atlanta vs New York Rap Animosity
    1:07:52 Kendrick's Uncomfortable Black Art
    1:10:27 Disappointing Hip Hop Legends
    1:14:23 Pharrell's Disappointing Political Statement
    1:25:52 FD's Cultural Advice To Rap Artists
    1:29:55 FD's Lesson About Success
    1:34:05 Final Thoughts
    👑 WHO IS CURTISS KING?!
    Curtiss King is a rapper, producer, YouTuber, and independent artist advocate creating content for Hip Hop thinkers and DIY musicians. Through Curtiss King TV, he explores culture, creativity, and the business of independence.
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    1 hr 44 min
  • The Open Mike Eagle Interview: Indie Rap Stories, Touring, and Neighborhood Gods Unlimited

    The Open Mike Eagle Interview: Indie Rap Stories, Touring, and Neighborhood Gods Unlimited #openmikeeagle #mikeeagle

    👑 Who is Open Mike Eagle?
    Open Mike Eagle is a critically acclaimed rapper, writer, podcaster, actor, and streamer known for pioneering the “art rap” movement. As an independent artist, he blends humor, intelligence, and vulnerability in a lane entirely his own.
    He co-created and starred in The New Negroes on Comedy Central, toured internationally, built a strong streaming community, and continues to push creative boundaries with every release. His newest album, Neighborhood Gods Unlimited, showcases his evolution as an artist and storyteller.
    In this conversation, Curtiss King talks with Open Mike Eagle about his indie journey, the challenges and rewards of content creation, his new album, and even the moment filmmaker James Gunn publicly shouted him out.
    👑 WHO IS CURTISS KING?!
    Curtiss King is a rapper, producer, YouTuber, and author dedicated to empowering independent artists. Through Curtiss King TV and the DIYer community, he provides music commentary, industry insights, and resources to help creators thrive on their own terms.

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    1 hr 17 min
  • Beatstars CEO (Abe Batshon) Interview: Fighting for Producers in the Age of AI

    Beatstars CEO (Abe Batshon) Interview: Fighting for Producers in the Age of AI #beatstars #ai

    Chapters:
    0:00 Who Is Abe Batshon?
    4:01 The BeatSsars Origin Story
    29:00 The Spotify Ai Problem
    39:38 Producer Branding & Storytelling
    43:30 Ai Music vs. Music Producers
    46:16 How Beatstars Are FIGHTING Ai
    48:31 How Ai Can Be Positive For Producers?
    59:04 The Timbaland x Suno Ai Controversy
    1:05:34 Abe Challenges The Labels On Ai
    1:07:10 The Problem With SUNO Ai
    1:16:07 Ai Prompters Vs. Producers
    1:17:10 Splice's Problematic Use Of Ai
    1:18:04 Why Royalty Free Sounds Are Problematic
    1:24:50 Is Producer YouTube Content Dead?
    1:29:37 Abe's Advice To Older Producers
    1:39:37 Beatstars Plans For The Future
    1:43:51 Beatselling In 5 Years Prediction
    1:48:52 Abe's Encouraging Words Producers
    👑 Who is Abe Batshon?
    Abe Batshon is the founder and CEO of BeatStars, the world’s largest digital marketplace for producers and artists. A longtime advocate for creator empowerment, Abe has helped revolutionize how independent producers earn a living online.
    In this live discussion, Curtiss King and Abe Batshon talk about the future of music ownership, creator rights, and the fight against predatory AI music companies threatening artists’ intellectual property.
    👑 WHO IS CURTISS KING?!
    Curtiss King is a rapper, producer, YouTuber, and author dedicated to empowering independent artists. Through his channel Curtiss King TV and DIYer community, he provides music commentary, industry insights, and resources for creators who want to thrive on their own terms.
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    2 hr
  • The Mega Ran Interview: How a DIY Artist Earned a 2026 Grammy Nomination

    The Mega Ran Interview: How a DIY Artist Earned a 2026 Grammy Nomination

    👑 Who is Mega Ran?
    Mega Ran is a legendary independent artist, educator, and innovator who’s spent years redefining what it means to be a DIY musician. Blending Hip Hop with gaming, pop culture, and positive storytelling, Mega Ran has inspired creators around the world — and recently earned a Grammy nomination for his groundbreaking work.
    In this live conversation, Curtiss King and Mega Ran discuss independence, creativity, staying authentic in a changing industry, and what it takes to build a meaningful career as a true DIY artist in 2025.
    👑 WHO IS CURTISS KING?!
    Curtiss King is a rapper, producer, YouTuber, and author dedicated to empowering independent artists. Through his channel Curtiss King TV and DIYer community, he provides music commentary, industry insights, and resources for creators who want to thrive on their own terms.
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    2 hr 33 min
  • Mecc Rashawn: Why Hip Hop Is Going BACK Underground

    Mecc Rashawn: Why Hip Hop Is Going BACK Underground

    👑 Who is Mecc Rashawn?
    Mecc Rashawn is a respected music industry veteran whose experience spans decades across A&R, marketing, and artist development. Known for his sharp insight into Hip Hop’s cultural evolution, Mecc has worked behind the scenes helping shape the careers of both major-label and independent artists.
    👑 WHO IS CURTISS KING?!
    Curtiss King is a rapper, producer, YouTuber, and author dedicated to empowering independent artists. Through his channel Curtiss King TV and DIYer community, he provides music commentary, industry insights, and resources for creators who want to thrive on their own terms.
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    2 hr 10 min
  • The 2026 Grammy Nominees Reaction (ft. Touré & King Green)

    The 2026 Grammy Nominees Reaction (ft. Touré & King Green) #grammys

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    2 hr 19 min

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