Day 1 Radio

This week we spoke with longtime friend of the show and friend in real life, Rob Markman. The name may ring bells from the work he's put in as an editor at XXL, MTV and Head of Artists Relations at Genius. But his voice also rings bells as an MC. Listen in as Branden sits down with Markman to talk about ageism in hip-hop, the non-beef with Berg aka Hitmaka, Brooklyn and his journey as both a participant and critic of the culture and how it's been going from rapper to journalist to rapper/journalist simultaneously. Also, Branden and Maurice talk about the impact and authenticity of Nike's new ad campaign featuring Colin Kaepernick as well as share their thoughts on new albums from OGs Eminem and Bun B.

Day 1 Radio podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, IHeartRadio, Spotify, Stitcher, Radio Public and CLNS Mobile Media app. Follow us on Twitter, FB, and IG at @day1radio

In case you don't know yet, the main reason we named this show Day 1 Radio is because we're always putting you up on new stuff from the first day. Our latest guest, Detroit rapper Lil James, is new to many, but is sure to be known by all, very soon. In addition to having one hell of a story to tell, he is the newest signee to DJ Drama and Don Cannon's Generation Now label. Don't let the name or age (21) fool you, this self-proclaimed old soul is not here to play.  

4:45 - James talks about growing up in the foster care system

10:00 - Talks about making music since he was 3 years old

11:00 - James talks about moving to Atlanta 12:00 - The state of Detroit's rap music scene 14:00 - Signing to Generation Now 16:00 - Names favorite song on album   19:18 - Shares the inspiration behind the song "Talk With God" 20:27  - Why he is an old soul 22:30 - Inspiration behind his name   27:00 - Inspiration behind lead single "Traphouse"  28:00 - His purpose in life 30:00  - Making bold political statements in his music 31:30 - Last book good he read   Day 1 Radio podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, IHeartRadio, Spotify, Stitcher, Radio Public and CLNS Mobile Media app. Follow us on Twitter, FB, and IG at @day1radio

History tells us that you love our no-guest episodes so here's another one for you. This week, Branden and Maurice talk about just about everything going on in pop culture. The MTV Video Music Awards, Nicki Minaj's recent behavior and rumors of Kobe Bryant joining Ice Cube's BIG3 basketball league are all topics of discussion. Tune in and enjoy.  

1:40 Aretha Franklin

8:40 VMAs   13:00 Is Nicki Minaj on drugs or just fiending for attention?   24:00 Is the New York Jets partnership with Def Jam a game-changer?   29:00 Kobe in Big 3   Day 1 Radio podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, IHeartRadio, Spotify, Stitcher, Radio Public and CLNS Mobile Media app. Follow us on Twitter, FB, and IG at @day1radio

The name Atron Gregory is not one that is immediately familiar to the average fan. Yet the manager, A&R person and shot caller has heavily influenced three of the biggest movements in hip-hop history in. Gregory’s involvement in the careers of Tupac Shakur, Digital Underground and the success of Ruthless Records can never be undersold. We went on the road to bring you an exclusive interview, because that’s what we do! Sit back and hear an inside look into hip-hop history with one of its unsung figures.

 

1:00 Atron’s upbringing from the Bay Area to LA.

3:30 How he got started in the music business.

10:00 Becoming tour manager for World Class Wreckin’ Cru.

12:00 Eazy-E buying “Supersonic” and pushing Ruthless Records to success.

15:30 Wearing multiple hats with Ruthless Records.

20:00 How a dinner with Jerry Heller prompted Gregory to launch TNT management.

23:00 Signing Digital Underground

26:00 Digital Underground anniversary music and tour.

30:00 Signing 2Pac to his first record deal.

34:12 Pac’s intro to the world in “Same Song.”

36:00 Who really bailed 2pac out of jail?

40:00 AEOM the movie.

42:00 Launching Calificmedia.com

44:30 His new artist Jacob Lusk.

 

Day 1 Radio podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, IHeartRadio, Spotify, Stitcher, Radio Public and CLNS Mobile Media app. Follow us on Twitter, FB, and IG at @day1radio

This week Day 1 Radio sat down with a man that keeps some of your favorite rappers looking put together. Stich aka The Stitch Doctor has made customized clothing and accessories for a long list of Hip-Hop celebrities including 50 Cent, Jeezy, Waka Flocka and Big K.R.I.T. The journey from creating his own brand to making clothes for film and TV shows did not come without any snags (pun very intended). Take a listen to this episode to find out how this Buffalo, NY native went from there to Iowa to Atlanta and kept his craft and business going for more than 20 years.

2:40 Getting started in Fashion out of Buffalo, NY.

10:20 Balancing art with commerce.

15:00 Transition from NoNames brand to creating custom pieces.

19:00 Make sure your brand has a product.

27:00 Jeezy’s wild NYE fashion request.

31:30 Rick Ross’ crew looking for shirts super late at night.

34:00 Mainstream fashion’s late recognition of street/urban fashion.

38:00 Developing the Tote & Carry brand.

Day 1 Radio podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, IHeartRadio, Spotify, Stitcher, Radio Public and CLNS Mobile Media app. Follow us on Twitter, FB, and IG at @day1radio

Is it serious music or comedy? That’s what everybody asks themselves after listening to music from this week's guests, The Black N’ Mild.   This week on Day 1 Radio we chop it up with the new duo, that is made up of a college professor and anesthesiologist, to find out what this is really about and how they managed to create one of the most fun albums to come out this year.    We also chatted about recent events including LeBron James opening a new school in his hometown and Dallas Cowboys players willingly going along with owner Jerry Jones “stand for the flag or else” stance, Kendrick Lamar, the actor and what New Jack Swing really is.   After you're done listening and laughing, be sure to stream The Black N' Mild's debut project here.     Day 1 Radio podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, IHeartRadio, Spotify, Stitcher, Radio Public and CLNS Mobile Media app. Follow us on Twitter, FB, and IG at @day1radio

Even if you’re not into brew, this is an episode you should check out. Down Home Brewing Company burst onto the craft beer scene in late 2017 with kegs of their IPA and Lager in a few select stores. Now, just a few months later, their beer is available in well over 130 spots in the state of Georgia. For anyone who has ever attempted to go commercial with their home brew, you know that is not an easy feat. This week we sat down with Chris Reeves and William Allen Moore of DHBC to discuss their journey.

 

2:00 Intro to good beer

5:00 Home brewing humble beginnings

8:00 The grind of going from home brew to stores

12:50 Why they started with an IPA and a Pomegranate beer

16:44 Honoring Chris’ grandfather with Herschel character can art

21:00 Backlash of putting a black man on DHBC cans

26:00 Beer cocktails and food pairings

30:00 Expansion

37:00 Advice to people who want to get in the brew business

44:00 Potential collaborations

49:00 The tragic murder of our sister Nia Wilson. #justicefornia

Day 1 Radio podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, IHeartRadio, Spotify, Stitcher, Radio Public and CLNS Mobile Media app. Follow us on Twitter, FB, and IG at @day1radio

 

Huntsville, AL's own Translee visits the Live Hip-Hop Daily studios this week to chop it up with BP and Maurice. The Hustle Gang MC has gained a lot of fans over the last few years with a mix of relatable and revolutionary lyrics. It's been two years since Translee dropped M.A.O.T.P. part 1 but thanks to game from Mr. Collipark and a cosign from T.I., he's been able to build a serious buzz. On the heels of releasing his follow up Freedom Summer we got Translee to give up a little bit of info on the release and what he has in store for the rest of 2018.

Day 1 Radio podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Play IHeartRadio, Spotify, Stitcher and CLNS Mobile Media app. Follow us on Twitter, FB, and IG at @day1radio

Plenty of fireworks, explosions and shots went off this past week and Day 1 Radio is here for all of it.

This week Branden and Maurice talked about all of the high-profile Hip-Hop releases ranging from The Carters to Drake to all of the G.O.O.D. (debatable) music albums that have been dropping.    Free agency in the NBA kicked off too and Branden's Golden State Warriors have given everybody another reason to hate them. Listen as the guys discuss the "super team" epidemic in the NBA and if it's good for the sport.   Oh yeah, we got to see Boots Riley's new film "Sorry to Bother You" before it came out and they have quite a bit to say about it. So make sure you listen up and of course share and subscribe.   

Day 1 Radio podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Play IHeartRadio, Spotify, Stitcher and CLNS Mobile Media app. Follow us on Twitter, FB, and IG at @day1radio

Multi-Platinum producer Digga is the mastermind behind hit records and anthems for Cam'Ron, 50 Cent, Jay Z, Busta, J-Lo and the list goes on and on. Despite several million records sold, the Harlem native has spent the last several years sharing game with up and coming producers as a teacher and professor. Even if you can't make it to one of his classes, you can soak up the game via his book The Beat Game. Kick back and enjoy a few of Digga's wild stories of his wins and set backs. 

Day 1 Radio podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Play IHeartRadio, Spotify, Stitcher and CLNS Mobile Media app. Follow us on Twitter, FB, and IG at @day1radio