Day 1 Radio

Detroit spitter Royce Da 5'9" joined us for a conversation during the Atlanta tour stop on his Layers tour. Four years sober, Royce has created some of the best work of his career in Layers and Prhyme. We discuss the making of each project, his new life, his next projects and a bunch of boxing talk.

This episode is a unique one. Singer Princess Shaw went from singing to her computer on Youtube and performing at empty open mics to starring in a critically-acclaimed documentary about how a music producer from Israel found her music, paired it with other Youtube music videos and produced a song that she now performs all over the world. Presenting Princess Shaw is in theatres nationwide. Before you check it out, listen to our interview with the viral sensation.

Eric Roberson is a pioneer in independent R&B music. He's released several successful albums and toured the world sans a major record label. We sat with the Grammy nominated singer/songwriter at his hotel to discuss the indie hustle, technology and how it impacts the music business, his journey and more. We even got him to speak on the upcoming album with Phonte and a couple never-heard-before stories. Due to some technical difficulties we were forced to record the interview with one mic, so turn up the volume and enjoy!

Oakland, CA's own Mistah FAB is heavy on his media run promoting his new album Son of a Pimp 2, so given our history and a phenomenal album, we had to have him on to discuss it. FAB calls in from NYC to chop it up about SOAP2, his community work, the upcoming Too $hort album as well as his beloved Golden State Warriors.

You know the name and the voice...but you may not know the long (and movie worthy) story of comedian and street performer Michael Colyar. If you are a comedy fan and Hollywood history junkie, this is an episode for you. We sit with the comedy legend on everything from BET stealing "Comic View" from him to how he made six figures a year off telling jokes on the street.

Pastor Troy is one of the artists we wanted to talk to when we first started the podcast in 2013. It took awhile to make it happen but the interview is worth the wait. The original Down South Georgia Boy talks about his roots in #atlanta and #augusta, his relationship with his father, the making of some of his most popular songs and of course we get into the #tmz stuff too. This is a must listen episode for sure.

This episode is definitely one that will touch on various emotions. On the happy side, we have an interview with new Oakland emcee Kamaiyah! You've most likely heard her banger "How Does it Feel", off of her new mixtape A Good Night in the Ghetto. Kamaiyah provides a much needed boost of talent and authenticity to the game and we think you'll enjoy this no holds barred interview with her. On the flip side, Maurice and Branden, discuss Prince's passing and the incredible legacy he left with his music and philanthropic efforts.

You've seen the Never Sold Dope t-shirts and hoodies on magazine covers, videos and in the street now meet the man behind the movement. As they celebrate the one-year-anniversary of the brand, we welcome Keinon Johnson of Maven Brand to the show for an insightful interview. Reese and BrandenLSK also review Barbershop 3 and Keanu. Plus we share our top picks for Record Store Day 2016.

BrandenLSK, Reese and MadFreshDaily rock this week without a guest. The core crew discuss Kehlani‬ x ‪‎PartyNextDoor‬ x ‪‎Kyrie Irving‬ triangle and ‪the ‎Nick Young‬ and ‪‎D'Angelo‬ Russell drama. We also discuss Organized Noize's doc and the importance of The Carmichael Show, plus new music we're feeling that you should be up on too! Mixes from DJ Wally Sparks of course.

Your favorite comedian's favorite comedian TK Kirkland is both controversial and hilarious on and off stage. From starting out with NWA in the 80's to managing some of the current comedy greats, he has mad an unforgettable stamp on the world of comedy. Listen as we talk about everything from politics, to the business of comedy to Kirkland's favorite (and not so favorite) artists. You're gonna be ROTFL at this one.