The Liftoff w/ Justin Credible & DJ Sourmilk Podcast

Even without his debut album solidified and released Fivio Foreign is making major noise with his recent Kanye West co-sign and "Off The Grid" feature. 

Pulling up to the Power 106 studios to tap in with the L.A. Leakers #LIFTOFF show, Fivio spoke with Justin Credible and B-Nyce on his 'Donda' experience, drops some details about his forthcoming debut album 'Bible,' and his journey in the game so far.

The "Story Time" rapper shares how he connected with Kanye West for the 'Donda' feature and how he further developed his admiration for West from his artistic vision and work ethic. While many have stated they believe that Foreign has the best verse on the West project, Fivio says he's not just satisfied with that feat. West will be executive producing Foreign's debut album which he explains will be a project similar to Jay-Z's classic 'The Blueprint,' which he hopes 'Bible' will be more of a manuscript to follow for Drill music. 

The New York native has had some notable accomplishments so far, as he appears on Nas' Grammy-winning 'King's Disease' and he's already check marking his collab lists with upcoming projects featuring The Game and Roddy Ricch. 

Fivio goes on to speak about the late Pop Smoke, performing his new "Story Time" single for the first time at Made In America festival, and much more. 

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ripped through an eight-minute feature with the L.A. Leakers, but he also came through the Power 106 studios for an in-depth conversation on his new album and his outlook on his career.

Speaking with Justin Credible and DJ Sourmilk, the "Imagine" emcee has a reflective moment during the almost hour-long interview where he shares his experiences with finding success throughout the years, his impact on the culture, and even shares advice for today's generation of rappers. Initially known as Common Sense when he first came onto the scene in the early nineties, the rap G.O.A.T. has witnessed the many changes of the industry and how he continues to open new chapters in his career and life, as he's gearing up for the release of his 13th album, 'A Beautiful Revolution, Pt. 2.' A new offering that is reflective to where he is currently, Common details how the first 'Revolution' depicted the challenges of 2020, 'Pt. 2' reflects hope and the true essence of emceeing.

Common is approaching 30 years in the game and he's still focused on his creative outlet of making a catalog of music with hopes to finally secure collaborations with Kendrick Lamar, Tyler, The Creator, Noname, and the Griselda trio. While the vet speaks on wanting to collab with the generation holding down rap now, he also offers much vital advice for artists who are securing major label deals.

Common's longtime friend and collaborator Kanye West recently dropped his much anticipated 'Donda' album, and while Comm couldn't make it out to the live listening Chicago event, he pays his respects to Ye for always consistently influencing and inspiring culture and art.

Common goes on to speak on who he would go up against in a possible Verzuz battle, how Snoop Dogg embodies hip-hop, the time Kanye taunted him for not winning a Grammy, and much more.

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The Los Angeles homebase tapped in with the L.A. Leakers Justin Credible and DJ Sourmilk. Speaking on giving the city what they wanted, Blxst and Bino Rideaux discuss their latest collab, with second installment in their 'Sixtape' series.

"Sixtape 2' features the tight chemistry and top tier work that the pair have been churning out over the years as both Cali natives have worked to perfect their craft. While both artists admit that they are still on the come up, Bino and Blxst share their gratitude for the success they have garnered with a XXL Freshmen feature and ROlling Loud appearance. The two also share that there is more where the 'Sixtape 2' offering came from because there is much music to look forward to that's already in their vault.

Bino and Blxst go on to take a moment to reflect on the impact the late Nipsey Hussle had on their careers and personal life, as well as hinting at an upcoming documentary which follows the making of Sixtape 1 & 2, and much more.

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KALAN.FRFR. has a lot to be thankful for and nowadays he isn't taking anything for granted. Speaking with the L.A. Leakers, Justin Credible and DJ Sourmilk, the Cali native is celebrating the recent release of his latest offering, 'TWOFR 2,' and discusses why he's appreciative to be in this moment of his life and career.

As the "No Love" rapper once experienced a time in his life where he wasn't always confident in releasing music, he tells the Leakers that a move to Atlanta inspired him to be proud of himself just by seeing how everyone in the A moved and believed in each other. A few of these lessons have definitely carried over into many of his friendships and musical relationships that he has built over time, seeing how he discusses his take on L.A. artists continuing to support one another.

Kalan speaks on the importance of sticking together with those he came up with because there is no reason why everyone can't win and hold each other down. While everyone might find success in different forms and at different times, being able to support each other is non-negotiable. Kalan goes on to talk about the gratitude he has being a Roc Nation signee and not limiting himself with someone like Jay-Z in his corner, shares why he raps from his heart, and much more. 

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IDK ripped through his recent freestyle with the L.A. Leakers, where he called out some of his industry peers in the latest installment of the Justin Credible and DJ Sourmilk series. The DMV rapper returned to keep the same energy with an exclusive interview discussing how he's rewriting what a rapper should be with his newest project 'USEE4YOURSELF.' As IDK has held it down for the past 10 years in the game, he's learned a lot along the way and has steered away from wanting to gain recognition from his peers and he's stopped trying to make sense for those who are still catching up to his craft.

Coming through to the LIFTOFF show, the "Shoot My Shot" emcee details how he's actively working to bridge generations of hip-hop with collaborations with the late MF Doom, Slick Rick, and Jay Electronica. IDK believes that rap continues to be segregated, but he's hoping to show that hip-hop creativity isn't always one-sided, as the genre stands the test of time and has an undeniable impact on the culture.

IDK shares a surprise moment that happened while at a nightclub with Evan Ross and Offset, and he goes on to speak on his huge opportunity with a Nike deal, what he's learned about toxic masculinity, and whether or not he needed to change potential insensitive lyrics, and much more.

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Family stepped into the LIFTOFF at the Power 106 studios with the L.A. Leakers Justin Credible and DJ Sourmilk to discuss his comeback with his brand new album 'ALIVE'. Kid Ink will hold a Leakers title as being the first artist to bless the freestyle series when he blessed the mic back in 2017 and now Ink is finally comfortable in his seat to reflect on his career and the success and experiences he's had throughout the years.

During the in-depth conversation, the "Red Light" rapper shares that he doesn't quite feel he gets the respect from the industry, not necessarily his fans, for the hits that he's created and also details his experience with past label deals that did not give him much freedom with his thoughts. Ink tells the Leakers, "It's stuff that I don't necessarily, like, care about and lean on, and make it hurt my creative, but, yeah, I would like to be nominated for something." 

Speaks on his introduction into the game with his 2012 XXL appearance, but while his career didn't seem much movement, Ink diligently worked to put himself in the right places and shares that his come up in the game was met with a lot of hope and some let downs. Ink details working with the late Nipsey Hussle on Hussle's first debut single "Bullets Ain't Got No Name" and although it seemed to be a promising moment, Ink reveals that it was a steady grind to come into his own.

Ink goes on to speak on his new champagne brand, his new journey as an independent artist, and possibility of putting his old music on streaming platforms.

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Lil Tjay's climb to the top is steadily coming to fruition as the 19-year-old rapper has seen his status change overnight, so to speak, with the success of songs like "Calling My Phone". Popping in to the Power 106 studios to chop it up with the L.A. Leakers Justin Credible and DJ Sourmilk, the New York native didn't hold back on his assurance in himself and his craft.

Speaking on what he has in the works, as he's non-stop with new music, Tjay discusses how he churned out some popular features for his latest album, which includes appearances form Tyga, Saweetie, Polo G, and many more. The rapper also shares with the Leakers his writing process which usually focuses on him sharpening his writing skills, over freestyling.

As the self-proclaimed King Of New York, the 19-year-old also expresses that he's always believed in himself and called himself the GOAT before he was put on, and his friends and family can all co-sign his early beliefs. Tjay goes on to speak on New York rap competition, investing his money, and what's in store for his career. 

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Detroit stepped into the #LIFTOFF with the introduction to the Power 106 studios with 42 Dugg, and the L.A. Leakers Justin Credible and DJ Sourmilk.

Currently celebrating the success and much noise surrounding his huge singles "4 Da Gang" and "Maybach", which borrows the assistance of Roddy Ricch and Future, respectively, Dugg talks about the process of his album and what this project means to him. Dugg has had his recent troubles with the law and explains to the Leakers that the meaning behind his album title 'Free Dem Boyz' is an opportunity to shine a light on his friends, family, and even himself who have served time behind bars.

As he used his release from jail to take his life more seriously, Dugg shares that he became a solo artist after his frequent friend and collaborator helped put him on with his craft but ultimately led him to his path after his friend, 42 Twin was also arrested. Dugg goes on to speak on connecting with Roddy and Future, how Yo Gotti plays a part in his development and music, his recording process, and much more.

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Polo G recently ripped through his second appearance on the LIFTOFF with Freestyle #109 in support of his forthcoming 'Hall Of Fame' album. While Polo stepped back into his bag for the viral freestyle moment with L.A. Leakers Justin Credible and DJ Sourmilk, the Chicago native also took some time to chop it up about his junior project.

While the "RAPSTAR" rapper boasts that he's pulled together an all-star lineup for his album, with features from Nicki Minaj, DaBaby, Roddy Ricch, and many more, Polo also confesses that his recent Lil Wayne collab saw the Louisiana legend outshining the artist. Telling the Leakers that he did have an opportunity to change up his verse to make it better, Polo humorously says, "When I sent it to him [Wayne], and he come in that b****, do a 16, and do my hook over, it's like he take my sh** over!" Although Polo says he originally did the song just to get in more creative space, it proved that Wayne will always go off on his verse, no matter the track. Polo G goes on to speak about manifesting his legacy and why he believes he is set to be one of the greats in music, how the 2020 pandemic impacted his life and performance reputation, and much more.

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The hometown stepped in the building when Carson's own Jayson Cash pulled up the LIFTOFF with Justin Credible and DJ Sourmilk to speak on his journey as an artist and finally being able to see his hard work and dreams play out before him.

Currently signed with Atlantic records, Jayson shares that he's been waiting for this moment since 2018 when he first began taking major label meetings. The L.A. artist shares that he's a part of a new lineage of Cali artists and he's also paying homage to the classic and regional sound reminiscent of Suga Free, DJ Quik, and Snoop Dogg.

Cash goes on to share his testament as an L.A. artist on the rise, who surrounded himself with friends like Blxst, Symba, and AD, but always kept his craft sharp until it was his moment to pop. Jayson also shares details about his new single "All I Know", the advice he received from Snoop Dogg during a studio session, and much more. 

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