Born and raised in Brooklyn, New York, Elliott Major's story is one of perseverance, purpose, and passion. Inspired by his parents from an early age, Elliott found his voice through church music, hip hop, and a lifelong dedication to self-improvement.In this episode of Welcome to the Rawrrzone, host Katie Kay sits down with Elliott Major to discuss his journey from producing beats in 2007 to becoming an artist signed to Silent Success Entertainment. Elliott shares the meaning behind his name, the creation of EMS (Energy. Motivation. System.), and how life's obstacles ultimately became fuel for his music.We also dive into:Growing up in Brooklyn and balancing basketball with musicHis early productions and the "Unleashed" albumThe impact of projects like Reflecting, Major Clouds, and Just Show UpWinning the RnB Playlist Creative Space Songwriters Showcase founded by J HatchSigning with Silent Success EntertainmentCollaborations with Thought Provokah and Mike EdwardsThe importance of community, networking, and consistencyHis vision for the future of EMS and independent musicElliott's story proves that success isn't always about being the loudest voice in the room—sometimes it's about showing up, staying consistent, and believing in yourself when nobody else does.Follow Elliott Major:Instagram: @who_is_elliottSilent Success Entertainment: https://www.silentsuccessentertainmen...🎙 Follow Welcome to the Rawrrzone:YouTube: @RawrrZoneNYCWebsite: www.rawrrzonenyc.com📻 Catch us on:Puso 82.3 FM – Wednesdays at 8 AM ESTDa Evening Rush Radio Network – Fridays at 10 PM ESTFab 94.5 The Hitz – Tuesdays at 9 PM EST#WelcomeToTheRawrrzone #ElliottMajor #SilentSuccessENT #BrooklynHipHop #IndependentArtist #JHatch #ThoughtProvokah #MikeEdwards #EMS #RawrrzoneMedia #HipHopInterview #MusicPodcast #NYCHipHopo

Born and raised in Brooklyn, New York, Elliott Major's story is one of perseverance, purpose, and passion. Inspired by his parents from an early age, Elliott found his voice through church music, hip hop, and a lifelong dedication to self-improvement.In this episode of Welcome to the Rawrrzone, host Katie Kay sits down with Elliott Major to discuss his journey from producing beats in 2007 to becoming an artist signed to Silent Success Entertainment. Elliott shares the meaning behind his name, the creation of EMS (Energy. Motivation. System.), and how life's obstacles ultimately became fuel for his music.We also dive into:Growing up in Brooklyn and balancing basketball with musicHis early productions and the "Unleashed" albumThe impact of projects like Reflecting, Major Clouds, and Just Show UpWinning the RnB Playlist Creative Space Songwriters Showcase founded by J HatchSigning with Silent Success EntertainmentCollaborations with Thought Provokah and Mike EdwardsThe importance of community, networking, and consistencyHis vision for the future of EMS and independent musicElliott's story proves that success isn't always about being the loudest voice in the room—sometimes it's about showing up, staying consistent, and believing in yourself when nobody else does.Follow Elliott Major:Instagram: @who_is_elliottSilent Success Entertainment: https://www.silentsuccessentertainmen...🎙 Follow Welcome to the Rawrrzone:YouTube: @RawrrZoneNYCWebsite: www.rawrrzonenyc.com📻 Catch us on:Puso 82.3 FM – Wednesdays at 8 AM ESTDa Evening Rush Radio Network – Fridays at 10 PM EST#WelcomeToTheRawrrzone #ElliottMajor #SilentSuccessENT #BrooklynHipHop #IndependentArtist #JHatch #ThoughtProvokah #MikeEdwards #EMS #RawrrzoneMedia #HipHopInterview #MusicPodcast #NYCHipHopo

WHO’S WHITE HOT in WWE right now?The Gorilla Talk Podcast crew is back, and this week we’re breaking down the championship scene and asking one major question: Who has enough momentum to be the next name holding WWE gold?🏆 Who’s WHITE HOT in the championship picture?🔥 Damian Priest says he doesn’t want to keep seeing the same champions — but who deserves a run?🚪 Is Bayley on her way out?🤔 What’s going on with Lyra Valkyria’s new gimmick?🎮 Plus, the boys put their wrestling knowledge to the test with WWE JEOPARDY!And after all the talking… ACE FINALLY GOT HIS LICK BACK! 😂 But don’t celebrate too early — he’s STILL waiting for DJ Mainstream and Blackout to step up!Drop your picks in the comments: Who should be the NEXT WWE Champion, World Heavyweight Champion, Women’s Champion, and Women’s World Champion?🎙️ Catch Gorilla Talk Podcast on Rawrrzone Media and wherever you get your podcast fix.LIKE 👍 COMMENT 💬 SUBSCRIBE 🔔 and join us for more wrestling debates, predictions, interviews, trivia, and chaos from the Gorilla Talk crew!#GorillaTalkPodcast #WWE #WrestlingPodcast #DamianPriest #Bayley #LyraValkyria #WWEJeopardy #ProWrestling #RawrrzoneMedia

WHO’S WHITE HOT in WWE right now?

The Gorilla Talk Podcast crew is back, and this week we’re breaking down the championship scene and asking one major question:

Who has enough momentum to be the next name holding WWE gold?🏆 Who’s WHITE HOT in the championship picture?

🔥 Damian Priest says he doesn’t want to keep seeing the same champions — but who deserves a run?

🚪 Is Bayley on her way out?

🤔 What’s going on with Lyra Valkyria’s new gimmick?🎮 Plus, the boys put their wrestling knowledge to the test with

WWE JEOPARDY!And after all the talking… ACE FINALLY GOT HIS LICK BACK! 😂 But don’t celebrate too early — he’s STILL waiting for DJ Mainstream and Blackout to step up!

Drop your picks in the comments:

Who should be the NEXT WWE Champion, World Heavyweight Champion, Women’s Champion, and Women’s World Champion?

🎙️ Catch Gorilla Talk Podcast on Rawrrzone Media and wherever you get your podcast fix.LIKE 👍 COMMENT 💬 SUBSCRIBE 🔔 and join us for more wrestling debates, predictions, interviews, trivia, and chaos from the Gorilla Talk crew!

#GorillaTalkPodcast #WWE #WrestlingPodcast #DamianPriest #Bayley #LyraValkyria #WWEJeopardy #ProWrestling #RawrrzoneMedia

The Rawrrzone welcomes one of New Jersey's most exciting emerging voices, Gabrí, for an inspiring conversation about her latest single, "Fire & Ice," and the beginning of an entirely new chapter in her career.Known for blending soulful melodies, emotional storytelling, and experimental sounds, Gabrí has returned with a record that represents confidence, vulnerability, and artistic freedom. Growing up in Lyndhurst, New Jersey, music became more than entertainment—it became her way of transforming emotion into art.During this interview we discuss:🔥 The inspiration behind Fire & Ice🔥 Why this song represents her true artistic identity🔥 The evolution from her debut single Parachute to this new era🔥 Battling stage fright, writer's block and self-doubt🔥 The balance between vulnerability and confidence in songwriting🔥 The symbolism behind "Fire & Ice"🔥 The upcoming music video and creative vision🔥 Performing live and building confidence on stage🔥 Social media, branding and creating an authentic fanbase🔥 What's next for Gabrí and the future of her musicAccording to Gabrí, Fire & Ice is about stepping into her power and embracing attraction without sacrificing confidence. She describes it as the moment she finally stopped playing it safe and began creating music that truly reflects who she is.If you enjoy discovering emerging artists before everyone else, subscribe to Welcome to the Rawrrzone for exclusive interviews, music discussions, behind-the-scenes conversations, and independent artist spotlights from around the world.🎙 Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@RawrrZoneNYC🌐 Website:https://www.rawrrzonenyc.comFollow Gabrí:Instagram: @sincerelygabriFollow Rawrrzone:Instagram: @rawrrzonenyc#FireAndIce #Gabri #Rawrrzone #IndependentArtist #NewMusic #Interview #EmergingArtist #PopMusic #SingerSongwriter #MusicPodcast #ArtistInterview🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4866514616844288

The Rawrrzone welcomes one of New Jersey's most exciting emerging voices, Gabrí, for an inspiring conversation about her latest single, "Fire & Ice," and the beginning of an entirely new chapter in her career.Known for blending soulful melodies, emotional storytelling, and experimental sounds, Gabrí has returned with a record that represents confidence, vulnerability, and artistic freedom. Growing up in Lyndhurst, New Jersey, music became more than entertainment—it became her way of transforming emotion into art.During this interview we discuss:🔥 The inspiration behind Fire & Ice🔥 Why this song represents her true artistic identity🔥 The evolution from her debut single Parachute to this new era🔥 Battling stage fright, writer's block and self-doubt🔥 The balance between vulnerability and confidence in songwriting🔥 The symbolism behind "Fire & Ice"🔥 The upcoming music video and creative vision🔥 Performing live and building confidence on stage🔥 Social media, branding and creating an authentic fanbase🔥 What's next for Gabrí and the future of her musicAccording to Gabrí, Fire & Ice is about stepping into her power and embracing attraction without sacrificing confidence. She describes it as the moment she finally stopped playing it safe and began creating music that truly reflects who she is.If you enjoy discovering emerging artists before everyone else, subscribe to Welcome to the Rawrrzone for exclusive interviews, music discussions, behind-the-scenes conversations, and independent artist spotlights from around the world.🎙 Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@RawrrZoneNYC🌐 Website:https://www.rawrrzonenyc.comFollow Gabrí:Instagram: @sincerelygabriFollow Rawrrzone:Instagram: @rawrrzonenyc#FireAndIce #Gabri #Rawrrzone #IndependentArtist #NewMusic #Interview #EmergingArtist #PopMusic #SingerSongwriter #MusicPodcast #ArtistInterview🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4866514616844288

On Episode 293, we sit down with one of the most authentic and compelling voices in the emerging Urban Country movement—Smoking Otis, also known as Tennessee Slick.With a sound that seamlessly blends country, soul, R&B, rock, and hip hop, Smoking Otis has spent a lifetime creating music rooted in real experiences, heartfelt storytelling, and unwavering authenticity. Raised just outside of Nashville, Tennessee, his musical journey has taken him from battle rap competitions and performing at the Grand Ole Opry to touring internationally and independently building a career on his own terms.In this exclusive interview, Smoking Otis opens up about the inspiration behind his latest single "Trail Ride," the deeply personal meaning behind his upcoming project Two Faced, and how years of perseverance, faith, and life experience have shaped the artist he is today.We also discuss:🎙️ The evolution of Urban Country music🎙️ Growing up influenced by Dolly Parton, Willie Nelson, Kenny Rogers, Marvin Gaye, and New Edition🎙️ Performing at the Grand Ole Opry and returning years later in a full-circle moment🎙️ His journey through Los Angeles and the music industry🎙️ Working with legendary songwriter Gavin Christopher🎙️ Independent artistry and creative freedom🎙️ Songwriting, storytelling, and finding purpose through music🎙️ His upcoming children's books and creative projects🎙️ What's next for Smoking OtisIf you enjoy authentic artist conversations, independent music, country soul, hip hop, and discovering rising talent before the rest of the world, be sure to subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss a new episode of Welcome to the Rawrrzone.🔥 Connect with Smoking Otis🌐 Website: https://www.tennesseeslick.com/📱 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/smokinotis_aka_tennesseeslick/?hl=en🎵 Stream "Trail Ride": https://www.tennesseeslick.com/urban-country-music🎙️ Follow Welcome to the Rawrrzone🌐 Website: https://rawrrzonenyc.com📺 YouTube:https://youtube.com/@rawrrzonenyc📸 Instagram:https://instagram.com/rawrrzonenyc🎵 TikTok:https://tiktok.com/@rawrrzonenyc🎧 Listen to the podcast on your favorite streaming platform:Spotify • Apple Podcasts • iHeartRadio • Amazon Music💼 For interviews, press opportunities, sponsorships, and business inquiries:📧 [email protected] you enjoyed this conversation, don't forget to:👍 Like💬 Comment with your favorite moment🔔 Subscribe and turn on notifications📤 Share this interview with someone who loves discovering incredible independent artists.#SmokingOtis #TennesseeSlick #TrailRide #TwoFaced #UrbanCountry #CountrySoul #IndependentArtist #CountryMusic #MusicInterview #WelcomeToTheRawrrzone #Rawrrzone #MusicPodcast #Nashville #Storytelling #NewMusic #CountryRap #Americana #IndependentMusic #HipHop #SoulMusic🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4866514616844288

⚠️ WARNING: THIS EPISODE CONTAINS SPOILERS FOR X-Men '97! ⚠️

This week, the Gorilla Talk crew dives into one of the biggest animated series of recent years as we break down the shocking events of X-Men '97, including the aftermath of Apocalypse's destruction of Magneto and what it means for the future of the X-Men universe.

We also jump into the latest WWE storylines, including:

🔥 The fallout surrounding Sami Zayn, and why Erik's perspective gives Ace a whole new outlook after losing the championship.

🔥 Is the Jey Uso situation becoming too complicated? We discuss whether WWE is overbooking the story and where it should go next.

🔥 Our thoughts on Ava's on-screen authority role and whether her character is coming across as more of a spoiled "nepo baby" than a respected General Manager.

From comic book debates to wrestling hot takes, Gorilla Talk brings honest conversation, laughs, and passionate discussion every week.

What are your thoughts?

• Did Apocalypse change the future of X-Men forever?
• Was Magneto's fate handled the right way?
• Has Sami Zayn changed your opinion lately?
• Is the Jey Uso storyline getting too messy?
• What do you think about Ava's role on WWE television?

Drop your opinions in the comments below!

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Welcome back to Gorilla Talk Podcast, where wrestling, comics, pop culture, and entertainment collide!

⚠️ WARNING: THIS EPISODE CONTAINS SPOILERS FOR X-Men '97! ⚠️

This week, the Gorilla Talk crew dives into one of the biggest animated series of recent years as we break down the shocking events of X-Men '97, including the aftermath of Apocalypse's destruction of Magneto and what it means for the future of the X-Men universe.

We also jump into the latest WWE storylines, including:

🔥 The fallout surrounding Sami Zayn, and why Erik's perspective gives Ace a whole new outlook after losing the championship.

🔥 Is the Jey Uso situation becoming too complicated? We discuss whether WWE is overbooking the story and where it should go next.

🔥 Our thoughts on Ava's on-screen authority role and whether her character is coming across as more of a spoiled "nepo baby" than a respected General Manager.

From comic book debates to wrestling hot takes, Gorilla Talk brings honest conversation, laughs, and passionate discussion every week.

What are your thoughts?

• Did Apocalypse change the future of X-Men forever?
• Was Magneto's fate handled the right way?
• Has Sami Zayn changed your opinion lately?
• Is the Jey Uso storyline getting too messy?

What do you think about Ava's role on WWE television?

Drop your opinions in the comments below!

📲 Follow us on Instagram:

@iamivy.xo_
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This week on Gorilla Talk Podcast, we're joined by Jon Escudero, founder and host of Dirt Sheet Radio, one of independent wrestling media's most respected voices. Jon and his team cover WWE, AEW, independent wrestling, breaking news, rumors, and the stories shaping the wrestling world every week.In this episode we go beyond match ratings and headlines to discuss the role of wrestling journalism in today's industry.We explore whether dirt sheets have helped or hurt professional wrestling, the responsibility of reporting backstage news, the difference between fact and opinion, spoilers, social media, fan culture, and whether wrestling has lost some of the mystery that made generations of fans fall in love with the business.If you've ever debated whether wrestling media exposes too much or wondered what it's really like covering professional wrestling, this is an episode you won't want to miss.Topics include:Wrestling journalismWWE & AEW media coverageDirt sheetsWrestling podcastsJournalism ethicsSpoilers in wrestlingWrestling fandomKayfabe in 2026Social mediaThe future of wrestling reporting