The Icy Queen Saweetie has been readying her debut album 'Pretty B**** Music' and while fans have been eagerly waiting, the Bay Area native has been evolving her craft, brand, and mentality as she continues to find new ways to step into her own.

Saweetie already has hits under her belt, collabs out of this world, and has established herself a force from the Nor-Cal grounds but as she ties together her album, the multi-faceted rapper is approaching her project with a new mindset. Speaking with Power Mornings co-hosts Letty, Teddy Mora, and Javen, Saweetie shares that her new single "Closer," which features the assistance of singer H.ER., is a step in the direction that evolves her artistry. The 28-year-old artist reveals that she's in a place where she wants to be more vulnerable with her fans and allow to make music that shares more about her life and what goes on behind the scenes.

Now, we all know Saweetie is a foodie queen and while she's gone viral for her interesting and tasty food habits, the recent McDonald's deal mogul shared with the morning show that she's somewhat on a health kick now, even though she still has her cheat days. Speaking of her recent Saweetie meal, the rapper reveals that the McDonald's collab was the proudest business venture she's had to date.

Saweetie goes on to share her hopes to collab with Rihanna, the reason why she meditates, and much more.

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The iconic Usher has not only opened doors for many R&B singers, but the entertainer has transcended as an influence on pop culture, and his latest Vegas residency is a true testament to where his legacy stands.

Speaking with Power Mornings co-hosts Letty and Teddy Mora, the diamond-selling crooner details his excitement for his Vegas return, as his residency show will expand this summer with its new home at the Dolby Live at Park MGM. Usher details how this year’s residency is different from his first run as subtle, yet important, differences in sound and performance enhance each show.

Usher goes on to talk about the viral moment that went down a few weeks ago when singer Jason Derulo was mistaken for him and Ush also details his hopes to one day headline the Super Bowl halftime show. 

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YG has solidified himself as a pillar not only in West Coast rap but has built a brand close to Cali but felt and understood worldwide.

Coming through the Power 106 studios to chop it up with Power Mornings co-hosts Letty, Teddy Mora, and Javen, the Compton native talks new music, his growth in the industry, going up for the Rams and coming for Tom Brady on social media, and sheds some light on the late Nipsey Hussle.

“Scared Money” is the new collab that is breaking the internet right now as the track sees YG link up with Moneybag Yo and J. Cole. While many would believe that the trio is a surprise match-up, YG speaks on the love and support Cole once showed him early on in his career, when many didn’t believe in bringing the “street” rapper on tour with the North Carolina emcee.

The rapper first set off the West Coast with the massive anthem “Toot It & Boot It” and YG takes a moment to look back at the past decade of his career and how he believes he represents the city. Although YG does admit the single somewhat cornered his image and sound, he shares that his growth as an artist has helped him appreciate the success of the record. YG goes on to talk about his fandom for the Rams and how he connected with NFL legend Tom Brady, the similarities found in his debut album and Kendrick Lamar’s ‘good kid, m.A.A.d city,’ drops his album title, and much more.

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The comeback season for Nicki Minaj is all the way strong as the hailing queen is readying the new single "Do We Have A Problem" with the assistance of one of the hottest in the game right now, Lil Baby.

It's been quite the decade for Minaj, as there's no doubt her pen game and megastar power helped carry female rap during the 2010s era, and while the multiple platinum artist is getting back out on the music front, Nicki is definitely shinning with a different perspective on her career. Chopping it up with Power Mornings co-hosts Letty and Teddy Mora, Minaj shares that, with the birth of her son and the influence she's had in the industry, there really isn't much to prove anymore and she's ready to enjoy the fruits of her labor. Nicki is set on being in total control of what songs she wants to create, who she wishes to collaborate with, and whether she wants to be provocative or not.

Speaking on her new collab with Lil Baby, the Queen gives the Atlanta native his flowers and respect as she explains that Baby is indeed on top of the world, but he continues to remain humble and still hungry, which is why she wanted him a part of the record. Nicki Minaj goes on to speak about being an example as a mother, extending her hand to the next generation of emcees, why there is no doubt that she's supposed to be on the Mount Rushmore of the 2010s, and much more.

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Russ recently released his album ‘Chomp 2,’ which the rapper has been calling ‘the album of the year.’ The project dropped back on December 8th and includes features and production from 9th Wonder, The Alchemist, Snoop Dogg, Big Sean, Styles, P, Papoose, Lloyd Banks, Jadakiss, and more. ’Chomp 2’ marks Russ’ 14th studio album and is the follow-up to his November 2020 EP, ‘Chomp.’

While in Los Angeles, Russ stopped by the Power 106 studios for the Liftoff show with Justin Credible and DJ Sourmilk to discuss the new project, his “favorite” and “best” top five, the inspiration behind his hustle, and much more. 

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It’s been two years since the release of his chart-topping debut, and now Roddy Ricch is back with his sophomore album ‘LIVE LIFE FAST.’ And Roddy stopped by the Power Mornings show with Letty and Teddy to talk with co-hosts Teddy Mora and Javen Cannon about the new project, his inspirations, and more.

‘LIVE LIFE FAST’ is the follow-up to Roddy’s debut album ‘Please Excuse Me for Being Antisocial’ and was created throughout the pandemic. The project includes 18 tracks with features from Future, Gunna, Takeoff, and more; and He shared with both Teddy and Javen, the album covers the period between the first album and the second.

His focus this time wasn’t to re-live, or go back in time to recreate what he’s done, but to give something new and do it again. The album is being considered to have a “No Skip Policy” and although Roddy allows his fans to pick the single, he’s dubbed his song “All Good” with Future was his personal favorite.

Roddy Ricch also discussed working with Ye, and how he taught him how to be a visual learner, his relationship with the late Nipsey Hussle, not being passed the torch in Los Angeles, but taking it, and even dropped his monumental west coast albums in the last 10 years. 

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PnB Rock recently went completely viral for a huge, gold-plated bird, which he deemed as the biggest chain in the game. While he also called out Soulja Boy, knocking him out of the ranks as the first rapper to ever rock the biggest chain in the game, PnB’s chain wasn’t the only topic of conversation, as his ‘2 Get You Through the Rain’ EP and birthday are all on his list of celebrations.

Tapping in with the Power Mornings Show, with co-hosts Letty and Teddy Mora, the Philly native had much to discuss with his “High” track taking over the Tik Tok realm. The 2015 song has lit up Tik Tok with dance challenges, which is the perfect set-up for his EP release.

Speaking on ‘2 Get You Through the Rain,’  the “Selfish” rapper speaks on the vulnerability of his past relationship challenges he faced during the 2020 pandemic. PnB also explains his decision to add “High” to the EP. PnB Rock goes on to name the late hip-hop legends Tupac Shakur and Biggie Smalls and experience being a Pac fan growing up in Philly, shares what it was like being Muslim and not being able to celebrate Christmas, and much more. 

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A true icon and pioneering legend in the hip-hop space, who has remained in a lane of his own, Wu-Tang Clan's RZA checked in with the Power 106 Mornings Letty and Teddy show to discuss his instrumental artistry and impact on crafting the staple of the hip-hop genre.

With a hand in portraying the story of Wu-Tang Clan in the captivating Hulu series, RZA speaks with Letty and Javen about the challenges and rewards of producing a monumental project on his group's come-up in the game. Speaking on the art and meaning behind spirituality, as well as the debut album 'Enter The Wu-Tang (36 Chambers),' the multi-faceted icon shares how his connected thinking changed his outlook on life and how it also inspired his own creativity.

RZA goes on to speak on the viral Tik Tok "Bing Bong" trend, which is somewhat sampled by his saying, shares his musical heroes, which includes Stevie Wonder, Issac Hayes, talks his legacy, and much more.

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The legendary Dame Dash checked in with the Power Mornings show co-hosts Letty and Teddy Mora to drop some much-needed knowledge and gems on tapping into a higher level of thinking, his incredible track record of pursuing new dreams and not succumbing to challenges, a new partnership with Fox Soul, and much more.

Dash has not only created an entire legacy with the iconic Roc-A-Fella label, but the entrepreneur has entered into a new realm of entertainment with his growing resume in the film and production industry. Outside of creating his own opportunities for those he finds tremendous talent in, Dame speaks on how society has moved from supporting and protecting women, in which he further details how women are the closest beings to God.

Dame Dash goes on to share his thoughts about not being controlled by an oppressor’s ideologies and his new film ‘Prince Of Detroit.’ 

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A complete legend in not just the gospel realm of music but in the culture of religion and its deep connection with hip-hop, Kirk Franklin stopped by the Power 106 studios to chat with Power Mornings co-hosts Letty and Teddy Mora.

Currently promoting his latest venture with Lifetime, ‘A Gospel Christmas,’ which is Franklin’s first film project he has produced, the coveted force shares that he wants to showcase the genre of gospel music in a way that opens more people to the talent and the word of the genre. Speaking gems and light as he shares his experience as a gospel artist and leader of Christ, Franklin details his new film and how some of the lessons of the film have also played out in his own understanding of purpose and service.

Kirk Franklin goes on to share what it was like tributing the late Nipsey Hussle during the 2020 Grammys, which was also the same day Kobe Bryant passed, says a prayer for the Lakers this season, and much more.

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