16ShotEm Visuals sits down with Mile High Minute to tell the story behind becoming one of Chicago’s recognizable interviewers and documenting the city’s drill scene from the inside.

16ShotEm breaks down how a legal case and house arrest unexpectedly pushed him toward videography, how his first major interview took off almost overnight, and how that momentum eventually led him to King Von before “Crazy Story” and mainstream fame. He recalls meeting Von, filming what he says was Von’s first interview, and watching the interview continue to grow as Von’s career exploded.

He also reflects on ZackTV’s impact on Chicago, explaining that Zack provided a blueprint for working across different sides of the city while keeping the work business-focused. 16ShotEm discusses how Zack’s death affected Chicago media and how the resulting gap helped open a lane for his own interviews.

The conversation goes deeper into O’Block, Charleston White, Chicago drill, FBG Duck, Memo600, interviewing artists from opposing sides, staying neutral, and the risks that come with documenting Chicago street culture. 16ShotEm also explains why he believes drill isn’t dying—it continues to evolve with every new generation.

Topics include:

• How 16ShotEm Visuals became a cameraman
• His first viral Chicago interview
• Getting King Von’s first interview
• Meeting King Von before “Crazy Story”
• Watching Von’s rise impact his own platform
• ZackTV’s blueprint and legacy
• How ZackTV’s death affected Chicago media
• Interviewing both sides of Chicago
• Going inside O’Block for interviews
• Charleston White calling out 16ShotEm
• The story behind their disagreement
• Memo600 situation
• FBG Duck and King Von
• Staying neutral while covering Chicago
• Why he stopped doing as many street interviews
• The risks of filming in Chicago neighborhoods
• Why Chicago drill will continue evolving
• What Denver and smaller rap scenes can learn from Chicago
• Building an interview platform into a real business

From documenting artists before fame to navigating some of Chicago’s most talked-about neighborhoods and personalities, 16ShotEm gives the story behind the camera.

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DJ Vudu Spellz sits down with Mile High Minute to break down his journey from DJing in Illinois to becoming a Grammy-recognized producer and working alongside some of the biggest names in hip-hop and R&B.

Vudu takes us inside his work with Ludacris, including producing “Georgia” and contributing “Warning” to the Grammy-winning Release Therapy. He explains what made Ludacris different during his legendary run, shares memories from being around Luda, and reflects on how DJing helped shape him into a producer.

The conversation then moves into Chicago drill, from Chief Keef’s impact to DJ Akademiks’ controversial role in popularizing the scene. Vudu explains why he believes drill influenced hip-hop around the world, why he stayed away from producing drill records himself, and why the genre’s street realities created serious limitations for artists trying to build sustainable careers.

Vudu also speaks on his history with R. Kelly, his time under Bad Boy Management, why he ultimately decided not to renew his contract, and his perspective on the controversies surrounding Diddy. He makes clear that his personal issues with Bad Boy centered on the business and that he wasn't personally around the alleged situations later associated with Diddy.

DJ Vudu Spellz talks about:

• Producing “Georgia” and working with Ludacris
• Being part of Ludacris’ Release Therapy era
• What made Ludacris’ run so legendary
• Chief Keef and the rise of Chicago drill
• DJ Akademiks’ impact on drill culture
• Why Chicago influenced hip-hop across the world
• Why Vudu never chased the drill sound
• R. Kelly’s musical legacy and controversy
• Working on records featuring R. Kelly
• Signing with Bad Boy Management
• Why he walked away from Bad Boy
• His perspective on Diddy and the music business
• Ludacris vs. T.I.
• 50 Cent’s massive crossover impact
• Why radio is losing younger listeners
• Social media changing the music industry
• Culture vultures in hip-hop
• Building longevity and business outside of rap

From Grammy-level records to Chicago’s drill era and behind-the-scenes music-industry politics, DJ Vudu Spellz gives his perspective from decades spent inside hip-hop.

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Adrian Garcia sits down with Mile High Minute for an in-depth conversation about his nearly two decades in Denver hip-hop, his journey from rapper to professional MC, and why he believes Colorado still struggles to fully support its own talent.

Adrian breaks down what he sees as one of Denver’s biggest problems: the city will pack venues and spend money supporting national artists, but that same energy doesn’t always carry over to homegrown artists. He reacts to J. Cole and Carmelo Anthony’s conversation about Denver’s love for hip-hop and explains why having passionate hip-hop fans doesn’t automatically translate into support for Denver musicians.

He also reflects on Denver’s underground rap history, selling CDs during the late 2000s, the politics and divisions within Colorado hip-hop, Denver vs. Colorado Springs, and why greater unity could help the state gain more national recognition.

The conversation also dives into Trev Rich, Denver’s past generation of buzzing artists, FBP, AI-generated music, the controversy surrounding Mile High Minute’s Colorado GOAT list, and Adrian’s perspective on what separates artists who build lasting careers from those who lose momentum.

Adrian also shares the personal story behind his career—from losing family members and stepping away from recording music to reinventing himself as an MC and building a business around performing, hosting, community events, weddings, concerts, combat sports and more.

He talks about:

• Why Adrian believes Denver doesn’t support its own artists enough
• J. Cole & Carmelo Anthony’s comments about Denver hip-hop
• Denver fans supporting national artists vs. homegrown talent
• Why Colorado hip-hop struggles with unity
• Denver vs. Colorado Springs
• The Denver rap scene during the CD era
• Selling CDs and building a movement independently
• Trev Rich and Denver artists who helped create momentum
• FBP’s rise and what Adrian believes interrupted their momentum
• Mile High Minute’s controversial Colorado GOAT list
• Why outside opinions about Denver hip-hop don’t tell the full story
• AI-generated music and the “She Goes By Denver” conversation
• Why Adrian believes artists have to invest in themselves
• The difference between being a rapper and being an MC
• Nearly 20 years of working in Denver entertainment
• Losing his brother and why he stepped away from making music
• Reinventing himself as a professional MC and host
• Giving back to Denver and supporting the next generation

Denver has always had an audience for hip-hop. Adrian Garcia’s question is whether that audience is willing to give its own artists the same energy it gives the stars who come through the city.

Tap in with Adrian Garcia and Mile High Minute for a conversation about Denver hip-hop, local support, longevity, community, music and what it takes to keep going when the spotlight isn’t guaranteed.

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VITORIO and RO$$AY sit down with Mile High Minute for an in-depth conversation about their journeys, Denver hip-hop, and what they believe it will take for Colorado artists to reach the next level.

They discuss the opportunities Denver artists may be overlooking, building real relationships outside Colorado, professionalism in the music business, VITORIO’s experience around Atlanta and Quality Control, and RO$$AY establishing himself in Denver after moving from Little Rock. They also break down their Imported Grapes collaboration and how music, wine, and community became part of their brand.

The conversation closes with their thoughts on AI music, Rainwater’s criticism of Denver, Kendrick Lamar, Bone Thugs-N-Harmony, and more.

Trev Rich returns to Mile High Minute for an in-depth conversation about his career, new music, and the current state of Colorado hip-hop.

The Grammy-nominated Denver rapper speaks on working with Sauce Walka, the Boosie and Vlad interview dispute, Shawn Cotton and Rainwater’s comments about Denver rappers, social media and internet criticism, and why Colorado’s music scene feels like it’s gaining momentum. Trev also breaks down his national placements, supporting younger Colorado artists, building connections outside the city, and what he has planned next.

He also discusses his creative process, upcoming music, the possibility of eventually building a label, and why he prefers making moves privately before announcing them.

Myrically survived what doctors believed he wouldn’t—a 750 LB steel beam striking his head, a traumatic brain injury, and 31 days in a coma. Years later, he’s making music and building a new chapter of his life in Colorado.

Myrically sits down with Mile High Minute alongside producer Rooftop York to tell the full story of the accident, his recovery, relearning how to walk and talk, discovering music after his injury, and why he now uses it as a form of therapy.

They talk about:

• Surviving a 750 LB steel beam accident
• Spending 31 days in a coma
• Doctors believing he wouldn’t recover
• Relearning how to walk and talk
• His mother refusing to give up on him
• Memory loss after his traumatic brain injury
• Discovering music after the accident
• Using music as therapy
• Working with Rooftop York
• AI’s growing role in music
• Colorado and Denver’s hip-hop scene
• Drake, Kendrick Lamar and today’s rap industry

Myrically says he wouldn’t take the experience back—because without it, he doesn’t believe he would have discovered his path in music.

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Sauce Walka closes out his conversation with Mile High Minute by breaking down his legacy, independent success, and why he believes he’s the closest thing this generation has seen to Master P.

In Part 4, Sauce Walka reflects on building a multimillion-dollar company independently, earning platinum records, developing artists, and creating success through his own intelligence and ingenuity. He then shares his advice for anyone trying to become a millionaire, explaining why being selfish with your time can be essential to building long-term wealth.

Sauce Walka talks about:

• Why he compares his legacy to Master P

• Building a multimillion-dollar company independently

• His success as an independent artist and entrepreneur

• His advice for becoming a millionaire

• Why your time is one of your most valuable assets

• Cutting out idle time and distractions

• Creating generational wealth

• Building opportunities for your children

• Money, sacrifice and long-term success

• The legacy he wants to leave behind

This is Part 4 of Mile High Minute’s four-part conversation with Sauce Walka.

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Sauce Walka takes over Denver and speaks on his impact on hip-hop culture, comparing the role he plays in this era to Texas legends Pimp C, J Prince, and DJ Screw.

In Part 3 of Mile High Minute’s conversation with Sauce Walka, he talks about wanting to open more doors for Colorado, the importance of investing in your craft, and using his position to shine a bigger light on artists and communities outside the industry’s usual markets. Sauce also taps in with Colorado Springs artist Moneybag Kavy while moving through Denver with Sauce Gohan, Sauce Woodwinnin, TSF Mike Deezy, Miss Megan and more.

Sauce Walka talks about:

• Pimp C, J Prince and DJ Screw

• His impact on hip-hop culture

• Opening doors for Colorado

• Shining a bigger light on Colorado hip-hop

• Investing in yourself and your craft

• Building opportunities for other artists

• Tapping in with Moneybag Kavy

• TSF and the Sauce movement

This is Part 3 of Mile High Minute’s four-part conversation with Sauce Walka.

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Sauce Walka sits down with Mile High Minute and breaks down the importance of independent hip-hop media, Texas culture, and building real support from your hometown before expecting the rest of the world to tap in.

In Part 2 of the conversation, Sauce Walka reflects on DJ Akademiks’ rise, remembers the late Zack TV and his impact on hip-hop media, and explains why Texas has developed such a deep network of blogs and platforms. He also speaks on the size and influence of Houston and Dallas and why “hometown spirit” is one of the most important pieces of building an artist’s identity and brand.

Sauce Walka talks about:

• DJ Akademiks and the blogging era

• The late Zack TV and his impact

• Texas hip-hop media and blogging culture

• Houston and Dallas

• Supporting independent platforms

• Representing where you come from

• Why hometown spirit matters for artists

• Building a connection with your local audience

This is Part 2 of Mile High Minute’s four-part conversation with Sauce Walka.

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Sauce Walka taps in with Mile High Minute in Denver and speaks on why major artists should support growing platforms, local media, and cities that often get overlooked in hip-hop.

In this Episode 1 of the conversation, the Houston rapper explains why he respects what Mile High Minute is building in Colorado and how artists with established platforms can use their influence to open doors for the next generation. Sauce Walka also breaks down his approach to supporting independent platforms and bringing more attention to markets outside of hip-hop’s biggest cities.

Sauce Walka talks about:

• Tapping in with Mile High Minute in Denver

• Supporting Colorado’s growing hip-hop scene

• Why major artists should support local platforms

• Using his influence to open doors for others

• Giving overlooked cities and media platforms more exposure

• The importance of investing in independent platforms

This is Part 1 of Mile High Minute’s four-part conversation with Sauce Walka.

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