Buffalo rapper Pretty Bulli sits down with Behind the Beat to break down her new EP Set It Off, the stories behind her most powerful songs, working with PA Dre, and what’s really happening in the Buffalo hip hop scene. We also get into her life as an entrepreneur , balancing music, motherhood, and her growing baking business, plus how she stays motivated, creative, and authentic while building her brand.

CONNECT WITH ME:

IG : https://www.instagram.com/musicandmakeuppodcast/

TikTok: pistolsnpalosanto

For collabs and features: info@musicandmakeuppodcast.

This week on Behind the Beat, I sit down with German jazz/R&B/neo-soul artist Myriam-Catharina to talk about her new single “Guest”, her creative journey, and how she blends vintage jazz influences with modern soul.

CONNECT WITH ME:

IG : https://www.instagram.com/musicandmakeuppodcast/

TikTok: pistolsnpalosanto

For collabs and features: info@musicandmakeuppodcast.

This week on Behind the Beat, I sit down with Chicago’s own IAMGAWD, as he breaks down his journey as a Chicago hip-hop artist, how he sharpened his skills as a lyricist, and what “Getting Ahead Without Devolving” truly means in his life and music.

CONNECT WITH ME:

IG : https://www.instagram.com/musicandmakeuppodcast/

TikTok: pistolsnpalosanto

For collabs and features: info@musicandmakeuppodcast.

Harlem’s own Nym Lo joins Behind the Beat to talk about his journey from Uptown to the world, building his name through clever lyricism, luxury aesthetic, and that “get fly” energy he’s known for. In this episode, Nym breaks down how he and Bronx producer 183rd built Money Ink into a lifestyle brand, not just a record label, and how aspirational rap became his signature sound.

CONNECT WITH ME:

IG : https://www.instagram.com/musicandmakeuppodcast/

TikTok: pistolsnpalosanto

For collabs and features: [email protected]

Chyna Streetz is entering a whole new era — one that’s bold, feminine, and fully in control. In this episode of Music and Makeup, Nola Darling sits down with the Buffalo-bred lyricist to talk about her upcoming project Mistress of Ceremony, her latest single “Magnetic” produced by 183rd, and the growth that’s shaping her artistry.

They also dive into the Supernova documentary directed by Michelene Mallard, how collaboration and confidence are driving her new sound, and what this next chapter means for for her.

CONNECT WITH ME:

IG : https://www.instagram.com/musicandmakeuppodcast/

TikTok: pistolsnpalosanto

For collabs and features: [email protected]

On this episode of Music & Makeup, we’re diving into three new hip hop releases, each with its own sound, story, and energy.

First up, Mobb Deep’s Infinite, a powerful return from the legendary Queensbridge duo that honors Prodigy’s legacy while proving Havoc still has one of the sharpest ears in the game. Then, we tap into Errol Holden’s Mulberry Silk Road, a cinematic project presented by Roc Marciano full of vivid storytelling and luxury grit. I share my favorite bars from Rod Lavers with the Stussy Hoodie and what I love about Brazilian Butt Lifts and Puff Lips.

Finally, we head south to Houston with Monaleo’s Who Did the Body? a bold, emotional, and deeply personal statement that cements her as one of the most exciting voices in hip hop right now.

CONNECT WITH ME:

IG : https://www.instagram.com/musicandmakeuppodcast/

TikTok: pistolsnpalosanto

For collabs and features: [email protected]

In this episode of Behind the Beat, I sit down with Buffalo, NY producer Cee Gee, whose fingerprints are all over the city’s evolving hip-hop scene. With placements on multiple Westside Gunn projects and a long résumé that speaks to both hustle and longevity, Cee Gee shares how he found his sound, built his name, and kept pushing through the highs and lows of the game.

From his early days making beats in Buffalo to his recent work with Griselda’s finest, Cee Gee opens up about his creative process, his growth as a producer, and what it means to represent for the 716 on a global stage.

CONNECT WITH ME:

IG : https://www.instagram.com/musicandmakeuppodcast/

TikTok: pistolsnpalosanto

For collabs and features: [email protected]

In this episode of Behind the Beat, I sit down with producer JR Swiftz and Baltimore emcee Jamil Honesty to discuss their new album M.E.M.O.I.R.S. , a project rooted in authenticity, storytelling, and boom-bap soul.

JR shares how his father’s influence shaped his sound and musicality, his journey from Brooklyn to Virginia, and the placements that helped define his path. Jamil opens up about the personal truths behind the lyrics, and the creative chemistry that fueled this collaboration.

CONNECT WITH ME:

IG : https://www.instagram.com/musicandmakeuppodcast/

TikTok: pistolsnpalosanto

For collabs and features: [email protected]

On this episode of Behind the Beat, I’m joined by Canadian producer IM’PERETIV, who’s fresh off the release of his new single “Circus” with G4Jag and their upcoming album Alive!

We get into the story behind their collaboration, the moment he first linked with G4Jag, and how his intentional, cinematic production style sets him apart. IM’PERETIV also opens up about what it meant to be named Producer of the Year and how that recognition pushes him to keep evolving his sound.

CONNECT WITH ME:

IG : https://www.instagram.com/musicandmakeuppodcast/

TikTok: pistolsnpalosanto

For collabs and features: [email protected]

Detroit lyricist Mar joins Behind the Beat to talk about his new album A Corpse on A Stage, executive produced by The 17th Cypher.

In this episode, Mar breaks down the meaning behind the album’s haunting title, how his DRILL$ series started as a way to exercise lyricism, and the mindset it takes to stand out as a true MC in today’s rap landscape.

We also get into his Detroit roots, creative process, and what drives him to keep evolving as an artist.

Subscribe to the Music and Makeup Podcast for weekly hip-hop album reviews, makeup content, and exclusive artist interviews.

CONNECT WITH ME:

IG : https://www.instagram.com/musicandmakeuppodcast/

TikTok: pistolsnpalosanto

For collabs and features: [email protected]