10KKev sits down for a real conversation about Detroit culture, the music scene, and his journey from 6 Mile to building his name in rap.

From growing up on the West Side of Detroit to navigating relationships, business, and the industry, he breaks down what it really takes to come up.

• He talks about:
• Growing up on 6 Mile in Detroit and what that environment was like
• The difference between East Side vs West Side Detroit culture
• How he started rapping with his brother and early support from Kasher Quon
• The Detroit rap scene and how the sound evolved over time
• Why people said Detroit rap was “off beat” and how it became mainstream
• His first song going viral and realizing rap could be a career
• Why Detroit artists don’t collaborate enough and how that affects growth
• His fallout with Kasher Quon and why they no longer work together
• The truth behind his situation with his brother and internet drama
• Moving out of Detroit and why staying in your city can hold you back
• Dealing with hate, envy, and people watching your success
• His thoughts on Bandman Kevo and viral industry situations
• Working with BabyTron and seeing Detroit artists reach XXL
• Why consistency is the key to success in music
• How losing his Instagram changed his mindset and sound
• Advice for upcoming artists trying to stand out in the game

This isn’t just a music interview — this is real perspective on growth, mindset, and navigating the industry from someone who lived it.

If you want to understand Detroit’s rap scene and what it takes to level up, this is it.

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Montbello comes together for Part II — filmed right in the heart of the neighborhood at Falcon Park.

From stories at the Boys & Girls Club to No Name Park and the 40s–50s, this episode shows the real side of Denver culture that people don’t usually see.

They talk about:

• Growing up in Montbello and what Falcon Park means to the community
• The history behind the Falcons, local sports, and neighborhood pride
• Losing homies and the impact it had on the area
• Why unity is more important than beef in today’s generation
• Building businesses, ownership, and investing back into the hood
• The reality of gentrification and being pushed out of Denver
• Black & Brown unity in Montbello
• Why outside influence caused division in the city
• Creating platforms like MyBell TV to connect the community
• The truth about gang culture, prison, and making better choices
• Generational gaps and why older heads are trying to guide the youth
• Music coming out of Montbello and the unique sound of the city
• Why Denver is overlooked and misunderstood on a national level

This isn’t just a hood tour — this is real community, real history, and real perspective from the people who live it every day.

If you want to understand Montbello beyond the stereotypes, this is it.

🎙️ Mile High Minute — documenting Denver culture at the ground level.

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Cartoon53 sits down for one of the most raw and unfiltered interviews on LA gang history and street life.

From growing up on the East Side of South Central LA to jumping into gang life at 12 years old, he breaks down what the streets really were — and what they’ve become today.

He talks about:

• The real origin of Crips in 1969 and how it evolved

• Avalon Gangsters and how sets were formed

• Why Crips now beef with Crips more than Bloods

• Getting introduced to gang life through family influence

• Growing up without structure and jumping off the porch early

• Attempting to poison his father and the reality of that relationship

• Doing over 30 years in prison and becoming institutionalized

• The mindset behind crime, survival, and street loyalty

• Why structure and leadership disappeared in modern gang culture

• Crip vs Crip politics and how alliances create war

• Black & Brown relations in LA and how it’s changed over time

• His perspective on Dewberry, Crip Mac, and YouTube street culture

• Why he doesn’t recommend gang life to the next generation

This isn’t a watered-down interview — this is real history, real experience, and real perspective from someone who lived it.

If you want to understand how LA gangs really started and what they’ve turned into today, this is it.

🎙️ Mile High Minute — documenting culture, history, and reality at the ground level.

Video God Visuals sits down for a real conversation about building their name from Pueblo, Colorado, and turning videography into a serious business in the music industry.

From losing a close family member to using that pain as motivation, they break down how everything started, how they built connections with artists like FBP Moe, NLE Choppa, and BOE Sosa, and what it really takes to grow in a small city with limited opportunity. This is a raw look into their mindset, hustle, and evolution.

He talks about:

• Starting Video God Visuals and the meaning behind the name
• Losing his brother and how it changed his mindset
• Growing up in Pueblo and the challenges of a small city
• How they got into shooting music videos
• Building connections with artists like FBP Moe and BOE Sosa
• Working around the industry and traveling to expand
• The reality of dealing with artists behind the scenes
• Mistakes, karma, and lessons learned from the past
• Turning pain into motivation and staying focused
• Plansto expand beyond videography into a bigger platform

This isn’t just about videography — it’s about growth, loss, and building something real from nothing while staying consistent through everything.

🎙️ Mile High Minute — documenting culture, stories, and real conversations at the ground level.

H-Sav takes us through Montbello for a real hood tour and conversation about growing up in Denver, the culture behind the Bells, and what life really looks like coming from that environment.

From Peoria Street to Crown Market and Oakland, he breaks down his childhood, early exposure to street life, and how that shaped his mindset. This isn’t just stories — it’s a full picture of what it means to grow up in Montbello and carry that identity with you.

He talks about:

• Growing up in Montbello and Section 8 housing
• Early exposure to violence, gangs, and street life
• The reality of running into ops anywhere in the neighborhood
• How Montbello culture is built on loyalty and survival
• Stories from Peoria Street, Oakland, and Crown Market
• His upbringing, family struggles, and losing his father
• Why people misunderstand Colorado and its culture
• The music scene in Denver and lack of consistency
• Why artists need to invest in themselves to succeed
• His growth, mindset shift, and becoming a father

This isn’t just a hood tour — it’s a real perspective on environment, growth, and what it takes to break cycles while still representing where you’re from.

🎙️ Mile High Minute — documenting culture, stories, and real conversations at the ground level.

From a farm in Wyoming to opening for MGK and landing on a track with Afroman—Y-O’s story is anything but typical.

In this interview, Y-O breaks down what it’s really like coming up in a place with no hip-hop infrastructure, why being from Wyoming was a bigger barrier than race, and how he built his sound by staying authentic instead of “capping.”

We get into:

• Growing up on a farm and discovering hip-hop in isolation
• Dropping out of college after recording his first song
• The grind of early recording setups and DIY hustle

• Why his breakout song “Hometown” connected despite low production quality

• Opening for Tech N9ne & MGK and linking with Afroman
• Losing momentum after legal trouble and stepping away from music

• Rebuilding his life through construction work and starting over
• The Philippines trip that reignited his passion for music
• Balancing fatherhood, distance, and personal growth
• The reality of Wyoming: no gangs, but real struggles with drugs and small-town pressure

Y-O keeps it raw the entire time—no fake image, no industry talk—just real life, real setbacks, and a second run at music.

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🎤 Interview by Mile High Minute

Denver rapper Jakob Campbell sits down to talk about his journey from Rhythm & Flow to landing a deal with Puma, and why he approaches music as a true art form—not just a way to make money.

He breaks down how treating rap like a sport helped sharpen his pen game, why most artists today lack passion, and how putting in “10,000 hours” changed everything. Jakob also shares what it was like being in the room with legends at Verzuz, meeting Chief Keef, and building real relationships in the industry.

Beyond the music, Jakob opens up about faith, patience, and trusting God’s timing—even after setbacks like losing on Rhythm & Flow and navigating the ups and downs of the industry.

He also reveals his upcoming album “The Human Experience” and the work he’s been putting in with legendary producer Anthony Dent.

This episode is about passion, discipline, faith—and what it really takes to go global.

Chinatown Runner joins Mile High Minute for a raw conversation on his journey from a refugee camp on the Thailand–Burma border to building a music career in Denver with millions of views.

After moving to the U.S. at just 9 years old, he opens up about adapting to a new life, dealing with racism growing up, and navigating a low-income environment while finding his path.

He breaks down how he started making music in a garage, stayed consistent, and eventually turned his breakout track “Pressure” into a 3.8M+ viewed record—without paying for promotion.

The conversation dives into building an audience outside your city, staying low-key in the industry, and why networking beyond Colorado is key if you want real growth.

He also speaks on representing the Karen community, balancing culture and music, and his long-term vision as an independent artist.

If you’re an artist, creative, or entrepreneur trying to grow from nothing—this episode is packed with real perspective and strategy.

FBP Moe pulls up to Mile High Minute to break down the real story behind his breakout single “No Pressure” and how growing up in West Denver shaped his mindset, music, and movement.

From being raised by a single mother and bouncing around the city, to finding music after setbacks in football, Moe shares how adversity turned into motivation. He explains the meaning behind FBP (“Few But Plenty”), why keeping a tight circle matters, and how his family plays a key role in everything he’s building.

The conversation dives deep into:

• The emotional story behind “No Pressure” and its connection to his late cousin

• How the track blew up organically with little promotion

• His creative process (writing vs freestyling)

• Building a name in Denver’s music scene

• Upcoming releases, shows, and collaborations

• Why authenticity matters more than anything in music

This episode is about pain, loyalty, and turning real-life experiences into something the world can feel.

🎙️ Tap in and hear why FBP Moe is one of the most talked-about rising artists out of Denver.

In this episode of Mile High Minute, we travel to South Jamaica Projects in Queens, New York for a powerful hood vlog and interview with Bobby Garcia, a respected community leader connected to the legendary hip-hop group Lost Boyz.

Bobby shares stories about growing up in South Jamaica, the history of Queens hip-hop, and what it was like being around icons like Mr. Cheeks, Freaky Tah, and other pioneers of the culture.

Beyond music, Bobby talks about the importance of community leadership, mentorship, and programs like the King of Kings Foundation, which focuses on keeping young people out of violence and helping neighborhoods build unity.

From the streets of Queens to the evolution of hip-hop culture, this conversation is full of wisdom, history, and real talk about life, music, and giving back to the community.

Topics we cover in this episode:
• Life growing up in South Jamaica Queens
• The legacy of the Lost Boyz and Mr. Cheeks
• Queens hip-hop history and legendary artists
• Community programs helping local youth
• The King of Kings Foundation
• Advice for young rappers entering the industry
• The importance of staying positive and giving back

If you love hip-hop history, street documentaries, and authentic community conversations, this episode is a must-listen.

🎙️ Guest: Bobby Garcia
🎧 Podcast: Mile High Minute

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