The Hip Hop Hustle Podcast

On today's show I caught with Bobby J From Rockaway. Growing up in Rockaway Beach, Queens, New York during the 90s, Bobby was immersed in a plethora of musical inspiration - from his mother’s love of classic rock to his father’s affinity for disco, soul & Motown. . Bobby began his ascent into the industry at the young age of 13 when he met “The Rhythm” rapper Kwame, who at the time had begun his re-emergence in the industry as a producer. Bobby describes his time under Kwamé, who has since sold over 30 million records as a producer, as a period of artist development. “Ultimately, Bobby, whose sound and style are an ode to the era that birthed him, hopes his music can help inspire the imagination of new listeners. “I would like to be one of the artists of today that someone who is 11/12 years old that may just be getting into hip hop can look up to.”

On todays show I caught up with Justin Irby. He is a DJ and producer who captivates audiences with his infectious energy and style, delivering feel-good, vocal-driven, pop-forward house music that creates pure dance floor euphoria. Built on groovy melodies, uplifting vocals, and bouncy bass lines, his tracks radiate an undeniable energy, transcending genres and resonating with a wide-ranging audience, moving both body and soul. Drawing inspiration from his surroundings and personal experiences, Justin skilfully blends together various elements and eras of R&B, pop, and dance music, both in his productions and his electrifying DJ sets .On the dance floor, time stands still as music becomes the catalyst for unity and connection, creating a haven where people come together to experience something truly extraordinary.

On todays show I caught up with Ange-Michael Mboumbou, also known as Shaadow Sefiroth. He started dancing in 2009. His first dance style was "electro dance", that he approached while in France. It was only in the year of 2010/2011 that he began to practice hip-hop. To better himself as an artist, he researched the elements of the Hip-Hop Culture. This gave him a better understanding of the dance, as well as a respect and deeper love for the art form. Peace, love, unity and fun are all values that hip hop represents, and the values he lives by in his own life.He created a way to understand the dance through martial arts, science and philosophy, all other subjects he enjoyed. He embodies the emotion and energy of music and then transmits it into a physical form.

On todays show I caught up with returning guest Pesh Mayweather! it has been almost 2 years since we first met, you can find our first interview in episode 56.

On todays show I caught up with Dyna Edyne. Oscillating between the realms of R&B, Hip-Hop, and Afrobeat, Haitian-American songstress Dyna Edyne brings nostalgia in her music and a story to back it up. Dyna found freedom & expression through music after being exposed to legends like Aaliyah & Erykah Badu at a young age. As she continued to learn that her gift wasn’t a coincidence, she set it upon herself to embark on her own creative journey. From the studio to the stage, her authentic aura allows her fans to seamlessly feel emotionally connected to her music.

On today's show i caught up with Kota the Friend. Born In Brooklyn, he has bucked trends, favouring musically rich instrumentals and vivid, sometimes surreal wordplay over the interchangeable trap styles of many of his peers. His personal, often introspective lyrics and jazz-inflected beats.

He is one that is showing what is possible in music.