Choppin It Up Podcast

SZN 4 Ep.10 “Choppin It Up…” SZN FINALE!! A HUGE THANK YOU to our special guest Pioneer/Legend, Pro Skateboarder STEVE STEADHAM! We chopped it up about his early childhood and what attracted him to skateboarding. How his family and close circle of friends supported his involvement in skating to some him being signed by one of the greatest companies in POWELL PERALTA. We also talked about some of his relationships to some of the greats in the sport starting with STEVE CABALLERO, LANCE MOUNTAIN, MIKE MCGILL! This interview was full of nuggets! The Z Boys! Dogtown! TONY HAWK! The list goes on! TAP IN!!! Visuals on Podcasts on VEVO: www.youtube.com/watch?v=U7odV2qUH…0uO4N4Ew0eiMTeexP Follow Us: Website: www.choppinituppodcast.com/ Host (IG): [@]baba_lp_7 Guest (IG): [@]stevesteadham Executive Producer (IG): [@]ft_mika_ Theme song by [@]dking730

SZN 4 Ep. 9 “Choppin It Up…” Special Guest SADAT X ! Peace to the God SADAT X 1/4 of the legendary group BRAND NUBIAN x Owner of TRUE WINE CONNOISSEURS for joining us! We chopped it up about his early days as a Bronx Native and the influence of Hip Hop to growing up in New Rochelle (Now Rule) and gaining the knowledge of self. We talked some Brand Nubian, the making of “Wild Cowboys” but we also got into to why he loved teaching the babies. Yes Sadat was a middle school teacher! We talked about his newest offering “Niggaz to Gods” & his relationship with our brother DOUGH NETWORKZ . A lot of good stuff tonight. TAP IN! Visuals on Podcasts on VEVO: www.youtube.com/watch?v=U7odV2qUH…0uO4N4Ew0eiMTeexP Follow Us: Website: www.choppinituppodcast.com/ Host (IG): [@]baba_lp_7 Guest (IG): [@]sadatxwildcowboy Executive Producer (IG): [@]ft_mika_ Theme song by [@]dking730

SZN 4, Ep.8 “Choppin It Up…” Special Guest : The Great SUNEZ Allah! We chopped it up about his humble beginnings and the culture of his beloved Sunset Park. How Wu-Tang's “Wu Tang Forever” lead him to the Knowledge. Him becoming the youngest educator at the age of 23 to start teaching at Allah's School in Mecca to the influences of the Olders Gods and how BONZ MALONE helped formed his style of writing. We also build on his newest offering “Art On Art” which is out now! We had such a great build! Tap in!! Visuals on Podcasts on VEVO: www.youtube.com/watch?v=U7odV2qUH…0uO4N4Ew0eiMTeexP Follow Us: Website: www.choppinituppodcast.com/ Host (IG): [@]baba_lp_7 Guest (IG): [@]sunez Executive Producer (IG): [@]ft_mika_ Theme song by [@]dking730

SZN.4 Ep.6 “Choppin It Up…” a huge thanks to our special guest , Inglewood's Finest DOUGH NETWORKZ! We chopped it up about his early days in Inglewood & his Mother's influence gave him a strong love for music. We also talked about his time being incarcerated but behind bars didn't stop his passion for music thanks to some guidance by BIG TRAY DEE & others. We also chopped it up about TF, JAY WORTHY, EDI MEAN and FLEE LORD the whole Lord Mobb plus so much more!! TAP IN! Visuals on Podcasts on VEVO: www.youtube.com/watch?v=U7odV2qUH…0uO4N4Ew0eiMTeexP Follow Us: Website: www.choppinituppodcast.com/ Host (IG): [@]baba_lp_7 Guest (IG): [@]dough_networkz Executive Producer (IG): [@]ft_mika_ Theme song by [@]dking730

SZN 4 Ep.5 of “Choppin It Up…” thanks to our special guest; visionary, creator/curator, executive producer of the legendary COMBAT JACK SHOW, GETO BOYS RELOADED PODCAST plus so much more, A-KING ! We chopped it up about his early days at PNC Radio & the inception of The Combat Jack Show. His relationship with Reggie along with stamping they are the footprint that has helped launch this very thing we are all trying to accomplish. We also talked about his role with THE BLACK EFFECT PODCAST & so much more! A good trip down memory lane that leads us into the now of music and media…. TAP IN!! Visuals on Podcasts on VEVO: www.youtube.com/watch?v=U7odV2qUH…0uO4N4Ew0eiMTeexP Follow Us: Website: www.choppinituppodcast.com/ Host (IG): [@]baba_lp_7 Guest (IG): [@]itsaking Executive Producer (IG): [@]ft_mika_ Theme song by [@]dking730

SZN 4, Ep. 4 “Choppin It Up…” Special Guest the Comedian, Radio Host, Entrepreneur & Legend JOE CLAIR!!! We chopped it up about his early beginnings sharing the stage w/ Bernie Mac & Paul Mooney before the national acclaim that came along w/ DEF COMEDY JAM & hosting BET's RAP CITY. He shared some of his thoughts on his iconic interviews with Biggie & Jay-Z to even spending the day with Kobe Bryant

SZN 4 Ep.3 “Choppin It Up…” & Salutes to our special guest: Emcee, Producer, Entrepreneur & member of Tupac's THE OUTLAWZ , The Legend EDI MEAN ! We chopped it up about his beginnings in Coney Island & Minnesota to becoming part of rap's most dominant movements alongside his comrade Tupac. We also talked about mental health & his new definition of what death is. Plus the new project “One Nation” & his strong relationship with the omnipresent DOUGH NETWORKZ Many gems in this one! Tap In‼️

“Choppin It Up…” SZN 4 Ep 2 Special Guest: EIC @ VIBE MAGAZINE , Brand Owner TWNTY TWO, The LEGEND DATWON THOMAS! We chopped it up about his early travels as an Air Force kid living in Japan & New Mexico through his formative years. His love for writing & going to the journalistic side of Hip Hop. His time at XXL MAGAZINE & the creation of the FRESHMAN covers to creating the mens lifestyle mag KING Magazine. Being the now EIC at VIBE plus so much more! Tap In ‼️ Visuals on Podcasts on VEVO: www.youtube.com/watch?v=U7odV2qUH…0uO4N4Ew0eiMTeexP Follow Us: Website: www.choppinituppodcast.com/ Host (IG): [@]baba_lp_7 Guest (IG): [@]datwon Executive Producer (IG): [@]ft_mika_ Theme song by [@]dking730

We Back!! SZN 4 Episode 1 of “Choppin It Up…” is in the books thanks to our special guest, co-founder of the Richmond-based rap collective MUTANT ACADEMY: FLY ANAKIN! We chopped it up about his very humble beginnings, emerging from a household dealing w/ cocaine addiction & distribution, it was the music that helped him escape. We talked about how Mutant Academy came to fruition & his relationships with PINK SIIFU & ANKHLEJOHN as well. Plenty of substance & some laughter too! “FRANK” drops 3.11.2022 on LEX RECORDS !! Tap in!! Visuals on Podcasts on VEVO: www.youtube.com/watch?v=U7odV2qUH…0uO4N4Ew0eiMTeexP Follow Us: Website: www.choppinituppodcast.com/ Host (IG): [@]baba_lp_7 Guest (IG): [@]flyanakin Executive Producer (IG): [@]ft_mika_ Theme song by [@]dking730

Peace!! Another one for the books & we thank DAVE MAYS for an amazing season finale! We chopped it up about his early days growing up in Washington DC, starting the Hip Hop Bible THE SOURCE from a single newsletter & making sure it was the critical voice for Hip Hop. He also cleared up some misconceptions about the infamous 1995 Source Awards. Plus his philanthropy in the community to now creating the ultimate platform BREAKBEAT MEDIA to cover the journalistic side of our culture that's sorely missing. TAP IN!!! Visuals on Podcasts on VEVO: www.youtube.com/watch?v=U7odV2qUH…0uO4N4Ew0eiMTeexP Follow Us: Website: www.choppinituppodcast.com/ Host (IG): [@]baba_lp_7 Guest (IG): [@]therealdavemays Executive Producer (IG): [@]ft_mika_ Theme song by [@]dking730

Peace! Another one in the books with our special guest, Fashion Icon & Culture Creator APRIL WALKER ! We chopped it up about her early childhood days where her Dad planted the seeds to who we know as the fashion icon is today. At 21 yrs of age she opened “Fashion In Effect”, the birth of WALKER WEAR , Iron MIKE TYSON reppin her brand in a championship heavyweight bout. We also talked about her amazing book “Walker Gems..” & her roll in teaching & mentorship. So many gems

Peace‼️ Another episode in the books thanks to our special guest FT_MIKA_! We chopped it up about her beginnings w/ FOOLS GOLD RECORDS, FAT BEATS & DEF JUX to launching MUSIC CHOICE‘s 1st 24/7 interactive network. We also talked about her involvement w/ the legendary Combat Jack Show plus much more! TAP IN‼️ Visuals on Podcasts on VEVO: www.youtube.com/watch?v=U7odV2qUH…0uO4N4Ew0eiMTeexP Follow Us: Website: www.choppinituppodcast.com/ Host (IG): [@]baba_lp_7 Guest (IG): [@]ft_mika_ Executive Producer (IG): [@]ft_mika_ Theme song by [@]dking730

Peace! Another one in the books & thank you to our special guest Digital Creator, brand development specialist, journalist & photographer DOVE CLARK ! We chopped it up about mental health in the music industry, her start in journalism & journey w/ ALL HIP HOP to the many clients she represents in the industry. So many gems

Peace! Another episode in the books of “Choppin It Up…” & thank you to our special guest sound engineer, sound editor, composer Montreal's Own NICHOLAS CRAVEN! We chopped it up about his early influences from punk rock to Jimi Hendrix which transitioned into to hip hop when he heard how a beat was made. We talked about the influence of ROC MARCIANO , his special connection with THA GOD FAHIM , his alliance with RANSOM to his newest production being featured on WESTSIDE GUNN‘s HW8. TAP IN!! Visuals on Podcasts on VEVO: www.youtube.com/watch?v=U7odV2qUH…0uO4N4Ew0eiMTeexP Follow Us: Website: www.choppinituppodcast.com/ Host (IG): [@]baba_lp_7 Guest (IG): [@]nicholascraven819 Executive Producer (IG): [@]ft_mika_ Theme song by [@]dking730

Peace! A special thank you to our guest, Leader of the South/CEO of Block Ent BIG BLOCK ESC! We chopped it up about his days running with 2PAC & The OUTLAWZ to developing talent over at Tony Draper's Suave House to running Bad Boy South introducing the world to JEEZY & Boyz N Da Hood & RICK ROSS plus so much more! Plenty of gems

Peace! Thank You to our very special guest, The Visionary GUY ROUTTE! We chopped it up about his early beginnings out of Staten Island runnin with The Force MDs, the incarnation of his group Aftershock to transitioning into management of SHYHEIM THE RUGGED CHILD , THE FAMILY STAND & more. We also talked about the creation of W.A.R. Media & SCHMTCS (Schematics) along with some special people highlighted in his life SA'TORI TAYLOR, PHAROAHE MONCH & The Queen CHINAI

Peace! Another episode in the books & thank you to CONWAY THE MACHINE's DrumWork Music 1st signee JAE SKEESE! We chopped it up about his early days hailing from Eastside Buffalo, his love for sneakers & art. He also talked about the time if it was even in his future rap to becoming the first signee to Conway's music imprint. A lot of gems

Peace! Another episode in the books. Thank you to DA DREAK x “Mad props to The God” JAH BORN bka BLKSCNTST for gracing us with their presence on today's show. We chopped it up about their early beginnings in hip hop & how it progressed into the production side. Who they worked with from Erykah Badu , Dr Dre, RZA , PHAROAHE MONCH & many more! A lot gems to take away from this one! Please tap in & enjoy! Visuals on Podcasts on VEVO: www.youtube.com/watch?v=U7odV2qUH…0uO4N4Ew0eiMTeexP Follow Us: Website: www.choppinituppodcast.com/ Host (IG): [@]baba_lp_7 Guest (IG): [@]dadreak x [@]jahborn = [@]blkscntst Executive Producer (IG): [@]ft_mika_ Theme song : 'Birds Song' [@]blkscntst

Peace! We are back with season 3 of Choppin It Up w/ The Conduit! Today's special guest was none other than elite lyricist & member of DITC, OC . We chopped it up about his early beginnings, Pharaohe Monch & Prince Po's influence on him. How he got down with MC Serch, Lord Finesse, Buckwild & what those 3 individuals mean to him personally plus much more! Tap In! Visuals on Podcasts on VEVO: www.youtube.com/watch?v=U7odV2qUH…0uO4N4Ew0eiMTeexP Follow Us: Website: http://www.choppinituppodcast.com/ Host (IG): [@]baba_lp_7 Guest (IG): [@]ocditc Executive Producer (IG): [@]ft_mika_ Theme song by [@]dking730

Peace to our special guest CURTIS SCOON for joining us on this BONUS EPISODE of Choppin It Up! We touch on all subjects from dealing with the accusations of Jam Master Jay, becoming involved in the political process of things, starting a STEM Program for children in Detroit. His shadow banning from Twitter to creating his own platform scoontv.com . Tap in! Visuals on Podcasts on VEVO: www.youtube.com/watch?v=U7odV2qUH…0uO4N4Ew0eiMTeexP Follow Us: Host (IG): [@]baba_lp_7 Guest (IG): [@] scoontv Executive Producer (IG): [@]ft_mika_ Theme song by [@]dking730

Peace & thank you to our special guest RIGZ for choppin it up with us for our season finale! We had a great build about his early influences as a young child growing up on the Eastside of Rochester NY. The ascension of his grandmother having a heavy influence on his change on how to eat to live plus dropping an exclusive that he has a project in the works with the legendary DJ MUGGS! Tap In & experience Da Cloth Visuals on Podcasts on VEVO: www.youtube.com/watch?v=U7odV2qUH…0uO4N4Ew0eiMTeexP Follow Us: Host (IG): [@]baba_lp_7 Guest (IG): [@] rigz585 Executive Producer (IG): [@]ft_mika_ Theme song by [@]dking730

Peace! Another episode in the chamber with our special guest PHAROAHE MONCH ! We chopped it up about how he's been creating & his collection of Marvel figurines helped during this pandemic along with its symbiotic relationship with Hip Hop. We also talked about the process for his new offering th1rt3en x Pharoahe Monch plus 3 important people who helped shaped some of who he is today... PRINCE PO, SA'TORI TAYLOR & GUY ROUTTE. Tap In for the build! Visuals on Podcasts on VEVO: www.youtube.com/watch?v=U7odV2qUH…0uO4N4Ew0eiMTeexP Follow Us: Host (IG): [@]baba_lp_7 Guest (IG): [@] pharoahemonch Executive Producer (IG): [@]ft_mika_ Theme song by [@]dking730

Peace! Another episode in the books with our special guest RANSOM. We chopped it up about his upbringing from group homes to reuniting with his Mother. Growing up in Jersey City to reasons why he wanted to retire. We also talked about his new found motivation linking 38 SPESH's TRUST Movement to dropping gems to all artists about getting their business right ! Tap In! Visuals on Podcasts on VEVO: www.youtube.com/watch?v=U7odV2qUH…0uO4N4Ew0eiMTeexP Follow Us: Host (IG): [@]baba_lp_7 Guest (IG): [@] therealransom Executive Producer (IG): [@]ft_mika_ Theme song by [@]dking730

Peace! Another episode in the books with our special guest VIC SPENCER hailing from the city of Chicago

Episode 7 with Special Guest PHONTÉ ! We chopped it up about the LB Reunion came to fruition, finding his voice as a solo artist & how it offered creative outlets through television. We also talked about the importance of NNIGN & “Expensive Genes” along with some important people in his life from his beautiful wife to his musical relationship with Zo! , Nicolay & Rapper Big Pooh . Also more new music on the way from all angles! BLACKNESS!! Visuals on Podcasts on VEVO: www.youtube.com/watch?v=U7odV2qUH…0uO4N4Ew0eiMTeexP Follow Us: Host (IG): [@]baba_lp_7 Guest (IG): [@] phontigallo Executive Producer (IG): [@]ft_mika_ Theme song by [@]dking730

Peace! Another episode in the books with our special guest BODEGA BAMZ. We chopped it up about the strong influence of his Dad & how it applies to his hustle. How he has always wanted to be an actor full-time, his special bond w/ A$AP YAMS & what he learned from him. His newest offering “EL CAMINO” along with many other gems of encouragement. Tap In! Visuals on Podcasts on VEVO: www.youtube.com/watch?v=U7odV2qUH…0uO4N4Ew0eiMTeexP Follow Us: Host (IG): [@]baba_lp_7 Guest (IG): [@] bodegabamz Executive Producer (IG): [@]ft_mika_ Theme song by [@]dking730

Peace! Another episode in the books with our special guest General Steele of The ALLMighty Smif N Wessun. We chopped it up about his love for Brooklyn, the late Tupac Shakur & their One Nation project during the height of East/West tensions. What his PNC Tek means to him in music & life. The new LP “AmeriKKKa's... City Under Seige” w/ Es-K plus more gems! Spread Love it's the Brooklyn way.... Visuals on Podcasts on VEVO: www.youtube.com/watch?v=U7odV2qUH…0uO4N4Ew0eiMTeexP Follow Us: Host (IG): [@]baba_lp_7 Guest (IG): [@] generalsteele Executive Producer (IG): [@]ft_mika_ Theme song by [@]dking730

Hailing from Buffalo NY, CHE NOIR, an emcee w/ Divine Knowledge. We chopped it up about her early beginnings, influences that contribute to Che's storytelling. Linking with 38 Spesh & their relationship to perceived stereotypes as a woman in the culture. Spirituality, Education & so much more! Tap In! TRUST Visuals on Podcasts on VEVO: www.youtube.com/watch?v=U7odV2qUH…0uO4N4Ew0eiMTeexP Follow Us: Host (IG): [@]baba_lp_7 Guest (IG): [@]che_noir Executive Producer (IG): [@]ft_mika_ Theme song by [@]dking730

Peace! Another episode of “Choppin It Up...” in the books thanks to our special guest 38 Spesh. We chopped it up about his beginnings in Rochester NY aka “Flour City”, linking with DJ Green Lantern, his partner in rhyme Benny The Butcher, building the legacy of TRUST GANG to being the 1st artist in conjunction with COLOR TV.ME to bring the 1st virtual tour highlighting Interstate 38! Tap in! Visuals on Podcasts on VEVO: www.youtube.com/watch?v=U7odV2qUH…0uO4N4Ew0eiMTeexP Follow Us: Host (IG): [@]baba_lp_7 Guest (IG): [@]iamspesh Executive Producer (IG): [@]ft_mika_ Theme song by [@]dking730

Peace! Episode 2 in the books with our special guest Rome Streetz on Choppin It Up w/ The Conduit. Today we chopped it up about his time going back & forth between NYC & The UK honing his skills, working with Producer BUCKWILD, Westside Gunn to his upcoming album with the legendary DJ MUGGS. He also gave some great advice to upcoming artists who look to him as a blueprint and everything in between! Tap In! Visuals on Podcasts on VEVO: www.youtube.com/watch?v=U7odV2qUH…0uO4N4Ew0eiMTeexP Follow Us: Host (IG): [@]baba_lp_7 Guest (IG): [@]romestreetz Executive Producer (IG): [@]ft_mika_ Theme song by [@]dking730

Welcome Back Episode 1, Season 2 of “Choppin It Up w/ The Conduit” with my special guest Premium Pete of The Premium Pete Show! Today we chopped it up about his beginnings in the Coney Island section of Brooklyn, his love for his amazing family, sneakers, Combat Jack, Grandma Premium & his new venture Pete's Pasta Sauce among many great things! Plenty of motivational gems! Tap in! Visuals on Podcasts on VEVO: www.youtube.com/watch?v=U7odV2qUH…0uO4N4Ew0eiMTeexP Follow Us: Host (IG): [@]baba_lp_7 Guest (IG): [@]premiumpete Podcast [@]premiumpeteshow Executive Producer (IG): [@]ft_mika_ Theme song by [@]dking730

Dell Fargo is a hip-hop/rap artist based out of Washington, D.C. He captivate's the listener with his storytelling lyrical style while also keeping them entertained with his flow and delivery. Fargo released his first full length project, titled “Mental Health”. The project received rave reviews including a write-up in the Washington City Paper. The writer, Pete Tosiello, described Mental Health as “A reverent, high-stakes, and inspired debut that's exceedingly of the moment and built upon familiar touchstones.” Visuals on Podcasts on VEVO: www.youtube.com/watch?v=U7odV2qUH…0uO4N4Ew0eiMTeexP Follow Us: Host (IG): [@]baba_lp_7 Guest (IG): [@] dellfargo Executive Producer (IG): [@]ft_mika_ Music: Dell Fargo 'Not Easy'

Special Guest UFO Fev, Terror Squad Affiliate. On this episode of Choppin we talked about the influence of Spanish Harlem, what Termanology & Statik Selektah has meant to his growth & career. We also talked about Fat Joe's mentoring & his new LP “Ghost of Albizu” produced by Big Ghost LTD. Visuals on Podcasts on VEVO: www.youtube.com/watch?v=U7odV2qUH…0uO4N4Ew0eiMTeexP Follow Us: Host (IG): [@]baba_lp_7 Guest (IG): [@ufofev Executive Producer (IG): [@]ft_mika_ Music: UFO Fev - DXNGXR Ft. Red Inf (Prod. Big Ghost Ltd.)

Special Guest ANKHLEJOHN. On this episode we talk about our relationship in music, his beginnings in the DC Hip Hop scene. The joys of fatherhood to connecting with his peers in the underground scene making their mark independently. Visuals on Podcasts on VEVO: www.youtube.com/watch?v=U7odV2qUH…0uO4N4Ew0eiMTeexP Follow Us: Host (IG): [@]baba_lp_7 Guest (IG): [@]anknasty Executive Producer (IG): [@]ft_mika_ Music: ANKHLEJOHN 'OBELISK'

Special Guest Crimeapple. We chopped it up about his beginnings in New Jersey w/ his older brothers being an influence. His breakthrough w/ Statik Selektah, relationship w/ Buck Dudley to linking with Big Ghost LTD & the legend DJ Muggs. Visuals on Podcasts on VEVO: www.youtube.com/watch?v=U7odV2qUH…0uO4N4Ew0eiMTeexP Follow Us: Host (IG): [@]baba_lp_7 Guest (IG): [@]__crimeapple__ Executive Producer (IG): [@]ft_mika_ Music: CRIMEAPPLE x Big Ghost Ltd 'Big Face Frankies'

Special Guest Rim Da Villin of Ruckdown Records & new COO of Porter Haus Productions. Today we talked about how he met his mentor the late Sean Price by chance via a Twitter exchange. Becoming the COO of Porter Haus & the release of “Steak & Potatoes” Vol.1 to his acting in the popular web series "NY Minute." Visuals on Podcasts on VEVO: www.youtube.com/watch?v=U7odV2qUH…0uO4N4Ew0eiMTeexP Follow Us: Host (IG): [@]baba_lp_7 Guest (IG): [@]rimdavillin Executive Producer (IG): [@]ft_mika_ Music: Rim 'Caught Sleeping' Prod. Jon Glass

Special Guest Thirstin Howl III, co-founder of the Lo-Life's. We chopped it up about his early stages in graffiti & b-boying to the inception of the Lo-Life's. His days at MTV as a production assistant to writer & cast member of MTVs Lyricist Lounge. 3 decades in the culture from fashion to music. Visuals on Podcasts on VEVO: www.youtube.com/watch?v=U7odV2qUH…0uO4N4Ew0eiMTeexP Follow Us: Host (IG): [@]baba_lp_7 Guest (IG): [@]thirstinhowlthe3rd Executive Producer (IG): [@]ft_mika_ Music: Thirstin Howl the 3rd & Rack-Lo '2L's UP'

Special Guest Bernadette Price, CEO of Ruck Down Records & wife of the late Sean Price. We chopped it up about her humble beginnings meeting Sean before he was Ruck. Watching his transformation, running the day to day operations of an indie label & executive producing some of her husband's finest work. Visuals on Podcasts on VEVO: www.youtube.com/watch?v=U7odV2qUH…0uO4N4Ew0eiMTeexP Follow Us: Host (IG): [@]baba_lp_7 Guest (IG): [@]PriceBernadette Executive Producer (IG): [@]ft_mika_ Music: Sean Price ft. Bernadette Price 'Dead or Alive'

PART II with The OG Bumpy Knuckles! We continue the conversation building on the significance of the independent artist, his classic album Industry Shakedown celebrating 20 years. His relationship w/ the WWE & John Cena plus so much more that we have two parts! Enjoy! Visuals on Podcasts on VEVO: www.youtube.com/watch?v=U7odV2qUH…0uO4N4Ew0eiMTeexP Follow Us: Host (IG): [@]baba_lp_7 Guest (IG): [@]bumpyknuckles77 Executive Producer (IG): [@]ft_mika_ Music: Bumpy Knuckles ft. DJ Premier 'Part of My Life'

The OG Bumpy Knuckles joined me to build on the significance of the independent artist, his classic album Industry Shakedown celebrating 20 years. His relationship w/ the WWE & John Cena plus so much more that we have two parts! Enjoy! Visuals on Podcasts on VEVO: www.youtube.com/watch?v=U7odV2qUH…0uO4N4Ew0eiMTeexP Follow Us: Host (IG): [@]baba_lp_7 Guest (IG): [@]bumpyknuckles77 Executive Producer (IG): [@]ft_mika_ Music: DJ Premier & Bumpy Knuckles 'B.A.P.'

Ishmael Butler aka Shabazz Palaces chopped it up about his early musical influences, the formation of Digable, Prince Paul's production influence on DE LA SOUL's “3ft High & Rising” to its influence on Digable's Grammy winning LP “Reachin...”. Tap in for more! Visuals on Podcasts on VEVO: www.youtube.com/watch?v=U7odV2qUH…0uO4N4Ew0eiMTeexP Follow Us: Host (IG): [@]baba_lp_7 Guest (IG): [@]shabazzpalaces Executive Producer (IG): [@]ft_mika_ Music: Shabazz Palaces 'Forerunner Foray'

Producer/Emcee Ice Rocks DXA chopped it up about his love for producing & where it started for him. His love for vinyl & it's importance of having nostalgia. Plus his relationship to Queens MC Meyhem Lauren. Visuals on Podcasts on VEVO: www.youtube.com/watch?v=U7odV2qUH…0uO4N4Ew0eiMTeexP Follow Us: Host (IG): [@]baba_lp_7 Guest (IG): [@]icerocksdxa Executive Producer (IG): [@]ft_mika_ Music: Meyhem Lauren 'Fly Counterparts' (Prod By: Ice Rocks)

A special episode of Choppin It Up with a special human, the great Meyhem Lauren joined us for a short but sweet interview choppin it up about his early years in graffiti as a founding member of Smart Crew, musical endeavors, F*ck That's Delicious & his new cooking show Fridge Diving with Meyhem Lauren. Visuals on Podcasts on VEVO: www.youtube.com/watch?v=U7odV2qUH…0uO4N4Ew0eiMTeexP Follow Us: Host (IG): [@]baba_lp_7 Guest (IG): [@]meyhemlauren Executive Producer (IG): [@]ft_mika_ Music: Meyhem Lauren ft. A.G. Da Coroner, Action Bronson & Despot 'Pan Seared Tilapia

Grammy award winning Digable Planets MC, CEE KNOWLEDGE tells us about his early days as a DJ, his time at Howard University & linking w/ the Nation of Gods & Earths of DC. The reunion of Digable & his own Cosmic Funk Orchestra. Visuals on Podcasts on VEVO: www.youtube.com/watch?v=U7odV2qUH…0uO4N4Ew0eiMTeexP Follow Us: Host (IG): [@]baba_lp_7 Guest (IG): [@]officialdoodlebug Executive Producer (IG): [@]ft_mika_ Music: Digable Planet 'Rebirth of Slick (Cool Like Dat)'

BIG TWINS of IM3 builds on his Queensbridge beginnings & his place in its legacy, being present for every beat made on “The Infamous” by Havoc of Mobb Deep. His time w/ Soul Assassins, Alchemist & his relationship to the late great Prodigy. Visuals on Podcasts on VEVO: www.youtube.com/watch?v=U7odV2qUH…0uO4N4Ew0eiMTeexP Follow Us: Host (IG): [@]baba_lp_7 Guest (IG): [@]bigtwinsqb Executive Producer (IG): [@]ft_mika_ Music: J-Hood Feat Big Twins "Be there" prod by Max Dollas

The Genius Derrick Jackson, Strategic Marketing, Media & Partnerships Director At Griselda Records. We chopped it up about his background coming out of Eastside Buffalo to his behind the scenes work w/ the Almighty GxFR. It's Griselda.... Full Video on Podcasts on VEVO: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U7odV2qUHA4&list=PLbMjWfgiqrcATGYo0uO4N4Ew0eiMTeexP Follow Us: Host (IG): [@]baba_lp_7 Guest (IG): [@]itsjustdjackson Executive Producer (IG): [@]ft_mika_ Music: Griselda 'Dr Birds'

Soul Survivor Pete Rock breaks (no pun intended) down his introduction to Hip Hop, his cousin the late great HEAVY D, Grand Puba's influence to new music & forthcoming collabs. Follow us on: Host (IG): [@]baba_lp_7 Guest (IG): [@]realpeterock Executive Producer (IG): [@]ft_mika_ Music: Pete Rock & CL Smooth 'They Reminisce Over You (T.R.O.Y.)'

JAZZUNGANG, manager extraordinaire to Roc Marciano talks about his early days at Loud Records, rap group The UN, Roc Marci & new artist Stove God Cooks. Along with some gems spoken on artist mgmnt & consultations. Follow us on: Host (IG): [@]baba_lp_7 Guest (IG): [@]jazzungang Executive Producer (IG): [@]ft_mika_ Music: Roc Marciano 'Tom Chambers'

Legendary DJ, Producer & MC DOO WOP talks about his early start as a DJ, his classic mixtape 95 LIVE, being named one of the 48 greatest DJs & tour DJ for the late great GURU. Full Video on Vevo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IN0k7YnxUls&list=PLbMjWfgiqrcATGYo0uO4N4Ew0eiMTeexP Host (IG): [@]baba_lp_7 Guest (IG): [@]djdoowop Executive Producer (IG): [@]ft_mika_ Music: DJ Doo Wop 'Mobb Deep & Big Nyod Freestyle'

DJ JPERIOD aka Master of The Live Mixtape talked about his early days deejaying college parties to becoming the music supervisor for the NBA's Brooklyn Nets. Legendary mixtapes w/ the likes of Nas, Q-Tip, Big Daddy Kane and the creation of the RISE UP Project plus more!! Host (IG): [@]baba_lp_7 Guest (IG): [@]jperiodbk Executive Producer (IG): [@]ft_mika_ Music: J. Period "RISE UP!" feat. Black Thought, Posdnuos (De La Soul), Pharoahe Monch & Joss Stone

The Legend Roc Marciano. Short, Sweet and straight to the point. We chopped it up about his early days at 510 Studios, his degrees of separation w/ Q-Tip, Sean Price & Prodigy. And yes you heard it here first, the new album MOUNT MARCI is in the works! Enjoy Host (IG): [@]baba_lp_7 Guest (IG): [@]rocmarci Executive Producer (IG): [@]ft_mika_ Music: Roc Marciano 'Richard Gear'