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The emcee and entrepreneur opens up about her return to music and her business endeavors --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/antwon-grant5/support

She's a singer, songwriter, composer, piano and vocal coach. She talks about all of her endeavors and finally dropping her new album which has been years in the making. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/antwon-grant5/support

Former battle rapper and hip hop artis talks about his life transformation after rededicating his life to Christ. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/antwon-grant5/support

Paula Campbell was raised on the west side of Baltimore, and attended Frederick Douglass High School. Armed with confidence, brains and beauty, urban/R&B songstress Campbell has a story to tell. Growing up in Baltimore, Maryland, Campbell's home life was anything but stable, yet she continuously kept the faith and her music expresses songs from the heart and soul of a real survivor. Tonight she stops in to update us on whats up next for the singer/songwriter. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/antwon-grant5/support

We're talking the re-release, Beat Boyz Muzik and more --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/antwon-grant5/support

A great conversation with the singer/songwriter giving his experiences on living in the city and his journey thru music --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/antwon-grant5/support

The comedian, writer and director joins us to talk about his career and the upcoming Sanford and Son stage play --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/antwon-grant5/support

This week the actor and director stops by to talk about his upcoming projects and his career in front of and behind the camera --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/antwon-grant5/support

This week we finally get the story....we have been wanting to get her here for a LONG time....be sure to tune in --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/antwon-grant5/support

ODESSA ROSE received her B.A. in English from Coppin State University and her M.A. in Literature from the University of Maryland at College Park. She is the author of Water In A Broken Glass, which was her first novel. This intriguing story captured the #6 spot on the On-Demand Best Seller list, received the Just About Books Annual Book Award, is ranked #17 on Accredited Online Colleges' 20 Essential Novels For African-American Women list, was recorded for the Maryland School for the Blind, is included in The Greenwood Encyclopedia of Multiethnic American Literature, Ethnic American Literature: An Encyclopedia for Students, and Black Like Us: A Century of Lesbian, Gay, and Bisexual African American Fiction. In 2018, Water In A Broken Glass was adapted into an award winning feature film called Water In A Broken Glass. Her second novel, In the Mirror received the African American Expo Award for Fiction. Rose is a member of the Black Writers Guild of Maryland. She is also the co-creator of the television magazine, This Is Baltimore, Too. She resides in her hometown of Baltimore with her husband and three children --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/antwon-grant5/support

From Cherry Hill to London, to Japan.....the DJ/Producer stops by to tell his story --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/antwon-grant5/support

This evening we talk with the legendary television and radio personality from Heaven 600. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/antwon-grant5/support

After surviving so much, Kim learned to embrace and live in her truth, turning her adversity into the GoodLook brand. Kim utilizes her sultry voice, hip-hop culture, New York hustle, and unapologetic spirit to encourage and inspire others through speaking engagements, from domestic violence workshops, and political events and rally's. Supporting programs like the Brooklyn based music arts appreciation time and healing (M.A.A.T.H) workshop, created by one of the leaders of the hip-hop culture Chip Fu of the Fu-Schnickens --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/antwon-grant5/support

The author and poet stops by to talk about her new book and more. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/antwon-grant5/support

Maurice Carroll is an experienced composer and producer who has worked with artists who have been awarded Grammy's, Grammy nominations, Stellar Awards and others who have chart topping songs. Such artists include Michelle Weeks, Michelle Shellers, The Floacist (Formerly of Floetry), Ruff Endz, Kevin Powe Jr., Carolyn Malachi and Andros Rodriguez. As an 8+ year voting member of the Recording Academy (Grammy's), Maurice has performed in several states including Maryland, Deleware, New York, Florida, GA, Virginia and North Carolina. He has toured Eastern Europe (Lithuania, Belarus, Latvia, & Estonia),Azerbaijan and Africa (Angola). "coaching as many artists as possible through the entertainment industry", Maurice believes that his efforts will make the independent music scene more profitable for everyone involved --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/antwon-grant5/support

This week we have an amazing conversation with the founder of Bridging Da Gaps. Being run out of Charlotte, NC, Russell talks about his plans for the future of this great organization, his time spent and Baltimore and upbringing in NY...all of which leads up to the writing of his new books series --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/antwon-grant5/support

This week's guest is a singer/songwriter ready to launch her new EP. We talk about the upcoming project and the journey its taken to get to this point. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/antwon-grant5/support

SNOOZE DAILY is a Long Island based emcee that loves music; the art of expressing life trials and tribulations through metaphors and hooks that listeners can relate to. Born in Queens, raised in Long Island....inspired by pioneers of the culture, the music created comes from life situations of everyday grinding and striving to be one of the best emcees. With a unique sound of his own, he proves that HIP HOP IS NOT DEAD! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/antwon-grant5/support

A candid conversation with the NY Emcee --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/antwon-grant5/support

This week's guests are the talented gospel combo out of Baltimore. The brothers talk about life growing up, how God has made a difference in their lives and much more. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/antwon-grant5/support

Born and raised in Patchogue New York, LJS is a local rapper who grew a love for music at a young age. He was first introduced to hip hop at the age of 5 listening to Eminem, DMX, 50 Cent, Biggie smalls, Tupac and many more. As he got older he would get into different artists and genres of music that he would find relatable such as, System Of A Down, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Hopsin, and NF. Although he was always surrounding himself with music he never took it serious until he was 20 years old and wrote his first song Lucifer PT. 1. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/antwon-grant5/support

This week we have the lovely and talented Taurie; singer/songwriter, producer, choreographer and model out of Staten Island. See less --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/antwon-grant5/support

This week we talk to the Brooklyn born, Charlotte raised multitalented artist. She's been entertaining the world since the age of 13 and has not looked back since. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/antwon-grant5/support

He's an advocate in Baltimore, and a member of Baltimore Ceasefire 365 and Band of Brovaz. Darnyle stops in to talk about the work that he and his organizations do and the importance of spreading the message of LOVE. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/antwon-grant5/support

This week we feature the inspiration and gospel artist out of Va and producer/artist out of Canada 2Rude. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/antwon-grant5/support

This week we talk with the Actress/Director/Producer/Motivator/Writer about her many projects, award nominations and more. Tercola has a lot coming up and she's going to share it all --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/antwon-grant5/support

Thomas Lane Jr. grew up in a low-income community within Baltimore City. As a result of selling and using drugs his life took a turn for the worst. His drug addiction lead him down a dark path of homelessness, depression and crime. Thomas was ultimately incarcerated for over 10 years of his life. Even though this was a low point in his life, it was also a pivotal moment that took him on a spiritual journey to redemption. Now Thomas is a husband, father, grandfather, college graduate, graphic designer, photographer, videographer, entrepreneur, minister of music, mentor and a man of God. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/antwon-grant5/support

This week we have the Deputy Director of the Baltimore Community Mediation Center and one of the founding members of the Baltimore Ceasefire. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/antwon-grant5/support

He has been doing his thing on the scene house music as a DJ and producer for close to 40 years. This week we chop it up the the legend. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/antwon-grant5/support

Byron Davis Jr., is a rapper, singer, and entrepreneur. Completely independent, he is the CEO/head artist of BDJENT. Putting out a series of mixtapes between 2012- 2018 and dropping his first official studio album in 2020 titled Prepare For Greatness, he's back with new EP titled "I Miss You" --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/antwon-grant5/support

RIAA Certified Multi-Platinum® music producer, “Dizzy” Shawn McKenzie (a/k/a Sir Scratch), is back in the booth, reinventing himself for a new decade in the music business. After leading seminal hip-hop act Main Source, and producing hit after hit for such well-known artists as Nas, Madonna, TLC, Backstreet Boys, Seal, the O'Jays, Queen Latifah and MC Lyte, Dizzy is now shining the light on himself. He's currently pulling material from his own catalog, hard at work putting the finishing touches on a new EP, The Art of My Noise. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/antwon-grant5/support

This week we get up close and personal with our friend, brother, Pastor and Founder of Victorious Living Faith Ministries in Essex, MD. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/antwon-grant5/support

After giving us an amazing Acapellas and Acoustics segment, the singer and songwriter from Annapolis is back for a full conversation and most importantly to talk about her new project and hit us with some exclusives. You definitely want to tune in for this one --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/antwon-grant5/support

The multi-media personality, award winning public speaker and author stops by to talk about her new book 7 Lessons Hip Hop Taught Me That School Didn't. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/antwon-grant5/support

Part 1 of the conversation with one half of the legendary Mash Out Posse talking about life in Brownsville, industry and touring. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/antwon-grant5/support

We chopped it up with emcee/DJ and 1st Lieutenant of the Flipmode Squad --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/antwon-grant5/support

Today we talk with journalist, blogger, 4X Publicist of the Year and founder of Hip Hop Connex. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/antwon-grant5/support

Laura is the ninth of 10 children, a wife, mother of two beautiful children, and two Awesome granddaughters. In her spare time, she loves writing, modeling, and acting. She has published six children's books with her daughter and three books by herself; two of which are geared for our teenagers and the third one is teaching people of all ages how to become Debt free. Laura is currently working on teaching a few online classes on How To Get Out Of Debt and Stay out of debt and also looks forward to doing more Motivational Speaking events. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/antwon-grant5/support

NY, NY's empowered boss Ladi Miz, also an acclaimed independent artist/songwriter/author/entrepreneur/CEO of From Da Ground Up Productions and Peace Mentoring LLC, announces the world premiere of her new project titled ‘Family Business.' The 10-track album is a compilation featuring Miz, her children and husband, her uncle, and close friends who she refers to as family. These features include Seriah Alexus, Ian95, Papi Fortune, Mason, Uncle J, CashOnAble, Doube R, Nasir, with production from DopeBoyzMuzic, don P, Contageous, KingCharlie, Prince, JefeGot1, D'Monstah, Tone Jonez, Post humousProductions, Tru Stylze, and Mista. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/antwon-grant5/support

Nicole Marie VP gives God the glory for everything the lord has done in her life. #GodisGreat Nicole has been featured on the cover of "That Splash Magazine", This is 50, Hot 97, Lisa Evers Street Soldiers, XXL, the Source, & Complex. Nicole Marie is a singer, songwriter, producer and actress. She has been featured in Nas movie "The Land" Ray Jr's movie "Rent Due" with Machine Gun Kelly, B. Simone, Michael Colyar, and Landon Romero & Shiggy. Clinton Hill featuring Ice-T, and many more movies. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/antwon-grant5/support

An entertainment executive with over 30 years' experience in music marketing and business, including an extensive regional and national promotions history. His experience includes executive positions at Def Jam / Universal Music Group, Atlantic Records, Def Jam Interactive Gaming, National HipHop Caucus, 300 Entertainment, E One Records and more. He has worked alongside and under the direction of music industry leaders Russell Simmons, Lyor Cohn, Kevin Black, Jay-Z and friend/mentor Kevin Liles --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/antwon-grant5/support

Artist, Writer, Producer and overall stand up guy. A fan of music foremost. And stuck on preserving this thing we call hiphop. Hailing from The Greater New York area Rockwelz has been recording music since he was 17 in his home studio and proactively seeking a career in the industry since 2012. Member of The MxnxpxlyFamily music group. He has collaborated with Prodigy, Fred The Godson, Skyzoo, Bub Rock, Popa Wu, DJ2Evil (ODB's DJ), The Good People. Opened up for Lord Finesse, Immortal Technique, Benny The Butcher, Diabolic, Fabolous, Ja Rule, Ashanti, Smoke Dza, Jay Royale, and labelmate - Long Islands own super lyricist, John Jigg$. Together starting the MXNXPXLY label. Rockwelz has spit some of the most prolific lyrics, coolest lines and hard hitting songs you possibly haven't heard as yet. Stepping out of his comfort zone to blended hip hop with reggae, R&B, rock and jazz gaining fans here and abroad. Touring in Germany, Austria, The Netherlands, Sweden and Denmark. Winning local showcases as well as national Coast2Coast showcase, raising his awareness and elevating his brand. He has been featured on radio shows, local television shows, magazines and blogs. Gaining fans near and abroad. As he would say, “the only place to go from here is UP --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/antwon-grant5/support

We know him as Poot from The Wire, but there's so much more to this brother. Acting, music, producing.....He does it all. Get to know a little more with this special edition of Access GRANTed --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/antwon-grant5/support

This week we talk to Mom, Acttress, Model, Voiceover Artist, Impersonator, Singer, Playwright, Author, Educator, Dream Pursuer Crystal Sayles Horshaw --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/antwon-grant5/support

Had a great time talking to Cynamen about life and her journey as an up and coming power in the comedy industry --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/antwon-grant5/support

Featuring Baltimore emcee Sincere --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/antwon-grant5/support

We talk with Philanthropist, Motivational Speaker, Author and her work and the creation of the Bully Buddy app. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/antwon-grant5/support

Leader of the 2x Grammy Award winning hip-hop collective, Arrested Development. He and the group have been a ground-breaking force in Hip-hop culture since 91. Their debut album, “3 Years, 5 Months and 2 Days in the Life of...” (EMI), sold over 4 million albums, earned them two Grammy awards for Best New Artist and Best Rap Single (Tennessee), 2 MTV awards, (People Everyday), a Soul Train Music Award, and the coveted NAACP Image Award. Rolling Stone magazine named them Band of The Year (92), while VH-1 named them one of the greatest Hip-hop artists of all time! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/antwon-grant5/support

Out of Queens, Haze is a rapper, singer, songwriter, record producer, screenplay writer, author, and actor. He has widely been recognized as an influence on several contemporary hip hop and alternative acts. In early 2008, Haze rose to prominence with his commercial debut single "Love Me Notts," which became a worldwide hit. It was later featured on Haze's demo, Coming Soon (2009), and later used for behind-the-scenes footage of the "Dew Tour." Since 2010, he has featured on several projects and formed the alternative hip hop band My Man's and Them with his long-time collaborator Phillip Smith. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/antwon-grant5/support

Cheryl Potts serves as Copyright & Royalty Administrator for Cleerkut Royalty which is a Do-It-Yourself Business Platform for Independent Musicians and Music Professionals. Tune in for some great information being shared for independent artists --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/antwon-grant5/support

We've talked to the cast, now we chat with the creative mind behind the upcoming movie Afraid of the Dark and bout this and upcoming projects. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/antwon-grant5/support