Respectfully Said

What's so special about our region musically is the fact that we have artists who are in different lanes and genres. A U R is one of those artists who contributes to the above statement. We talk his raps, his beats, and his fashion sense. We talk about what influenced his sound and why ultimately he is the God of Springfield. Is the local music scene based way off on popularity than it is on talent? We discuss this and many more things on this latest episode!

Holyoke's own Odemanor comes thru Studio West Side to chat with K and Darius. The young artist talks about touring as a child, learning to be more self sufficient, and studying the game. He also talks about his showcase April 24 titled "What MA Sounds Like". We also bring back our music reviews! Follow Odemeanor on IG https://instagram.com/odemeanor?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Follow Respectfully Said on IG https://instagram.com/respectfullysaid?utm_medium=copy_

Paper City Ceo Tygee stops by Studio West Side for a very dope conversation regarding his business ventures.  Episode begins with K correcting a previous statement she said regarding Austin Fair's release history. Tygee talks about his decision to close down Paper City Studios to the public due to upgrades and renovations. He talks about turning Paper City into a production studio.He also gives us a quick history of the birth of Paper City Studios.  K asks the guys when it comes to music, who's allowed to criticize. Darius fills us in about Springfield Battle rapper Stumbles making his way thru the URL circuit and recalls an incident that happened during his battle.  K also asks Tygee about Robby Malic's whereabouts. Follow Paper City Studios on IG

K starts of the episode with new music drops. She also speaks on the lack of support for Solid Mula's latest effort. She and Darius give MacWay his flowers.  Kudo comes by with a list of things he wanted to speak before embarking on his next musical adventure. He touches on important points that every artist should have some sort of knowledge on and apply it to their journey!    Follow Kudo on IG https://instagram.com/ayekudo?utm_medium=copy_link    Follow Respectfully Said on IG https://instagram.com/respectfullysaid?utm_medium=copy_link

Whether he's in his melodic, rapping, or producer bag; Dayvi does it all and does it well. One of the leaders of the New Age music from our scene stops by and discusses his earlier music years, musical influences , being in an environment like Blueroom Studios to help develop his artistry, and lastly K asks about a possible versus against MUDA!. Dayvi also plays us some unreleased music as well. Snoozers Dayvi's Pick- "Rockstar Status" by 1LP and Tukie Darius's Pick- "Said It" by Lil Step and Kudo K's Pick- "All In" by Shamrock ft Qwalitaye  Follow Respectfully Said on IG https://instagram.com/respectfullysaid?utm_medium=copy_link Follow Dayvi on IG https://instagram.com/itsdayvii?utm_medium=copy_link

We are honored to kick off 2022 with our first guest of the season The 413Joint! We talk about the birth of the magazine, creators deciding to change career paths and being successful in their new lane, being realistic about turn around rates, and give Kudo and Lil Step their well deserved flowers for their amazing project titled "Now And Forever". Follow us on IG https://instagram.com/respectfullysaid?utm_medium=copy_link Follow The 413Joint on IG https://instagram.com/the413joint?utm_medium=copy_link Listen to "Now And Forever" By Kudo and Lil Step https://fanlink.to/nowandforeverkudolilstep Follow Kudo on IG https://instagram.com/ayekudo?utm_medium=copy_link Follow Lil Step on IG https://instagram.com/lilstepmusic?utm_medium=copy_link

This episode we welcome our special co host Joenis and our musical guest Lazy Da Chemist. We kick things off with Lazy telling us the story of how he got involved with Slime World. K talks about Holyoke being on the rise musically which leads Joenis to give us the backstory of how Paper City Studio came to be. he also tells us why Paper City The infamous XXL 413 list that Lazy posted is brought up and K mentions some people she felt was left off. Lazy talks about sending time in Rochester NY and their music scene. K asks about Joenis's IG post about behind the scene roles needed to be filled. As always we have some music reviews. K addresses the young artists. MUSIC REVIEWS "regrets" by Young Lenny "Son of Summer" ep by Sosa Vazquez

We are honored to have videographer MYSE1F come thru and drop a couple of well needed gems. Our musical Guest MonaVeli does as well. The episode starts off with Myself introducing himself and MonaVeli discussing the importance of a creative director. K asks MonaVeli if artist development is something that's missing in today's time. She also stresses the importance of investing money to create some memorable visuals. She also tells us what makes her different than everyone else doing music in her area. Darius and Myself have a needed discussion about rappers with money always asking for handouts and as always we do the music reviews!!! MUSIC REVIEWS “Embsarsssing” J$H ft OMEHC “She got game pt 2” highway ja ft Marcus Jarvis “Sungazimng” ep review by SHA Untitled by Audira

Special Co host Gypsy and musical guest MUDA come thru and it's probably one of our best shows. The episode begins with MUDA explaining his name change and he also talks about artists half stepping with their music. Is crying for support unattractive? K asks MUDA if he feels he's slept on. We also talk about whether artists are media trained or scared to be themselves in interviews. MUDA talks about why lyricism matters to him and also drops a couple gems to the younger artists pursuing music. Gypsy asks MUDA what are his goals with music. Gypsy and MUDA do the music reviews with us. And as always independent culture talk and music reviews! Music reviews MUSIC REVIEWS “Thats The Way” by Audira “Demon time” by omehc “Location” by LBK “Your loss” yung cano visuals Pray for all sinners Mrk em all EP

Finestro from ILL Entertainment comes through a very dope episode. We start off by having Finestro introduce himself to viewers. Finestro starts telling us his backstory and his introduction into music. K also has a PSA for those wanting to debate independent music with her. We congratulate Avery On The Beat for acquiring a couple of billboard plaques. K asks Finestro what are some things he didn't like about being a manager and they soon start telling stories about their overall experiences with management. K reveals her western Massachusetts mt Rushmore list. And of course stay tuned for our music reviews! Music Reviews * Blue dream baby” by 2FI * “Highs and lows” visuals by cinco de hfeh * “Ion miss shit” by Swiss * Elevated Growth ep by Macway Sleeper tracks K's pick- Pixie Dust by lady j Finestro pick - regular by cashier fresh Darius pick- Plans by Von Live

The episode starts off with K introducing the new sponsors(Let's Talk Network and Gypsy). She addresses the recent changes to the podcast, which includes implementing a special co host every episode. It's been 6 months into the new year so we discuss what projects we liked so for. Swang talks about valuing himself as a producer and talks about his album that he's preparing to drop soon. We review music from B Swiss, Kxng Harris, we get an submission from a graphic designer, and we tap in with Van Buren Records latest effort, “Bad For Press”. Snoozer tracks : K's Pick- Bout That Action by Macway ft Trapicama Swang's Pick- Welcome To My Hood by PxWise ft Rod Money Darius's Pick- Butcher by MUDA

Blogger and Hip Hop artist Jacob Erza phones the crew all the way from Canada to talk about some of his current endeavors. We ask about which is more important, blogging or music. Jacob tells us the backstory on how he ended up writing for Ear Milk while also discussing his favorite musical genres, that branch from hip hop to folk. Darius asks Jacob if he feels blogs are making a comeback while K stresses the importance of artists supporting blog sites. The crew also asks Jacob how he got acquainted with the western Mass music scene and also talks about his plans for the future with his music. Stay tuned for a freestyle from Jacob himself!!!!! K trashes DJ Khaleds "sorry not sorry" and of course we have our music reviews!!!!! MUSIC REVIEWS "Faded Orange" by Zack Pierson "Pretty Little" by Jhani ft KhalilHeart "Eye" Prince Wiser ft Che Nior "A Mon Avis" ep La'heim Woods SNOOZER TRACKS Darius's pick- "SnapChat" by Kyle Evans Taylnt's pick- "MVP" by Robby Malic ft Joenis K's Pick- "No Relations" by Blak Raps

The crew talks to DK, and they get into a lot of various topics concerning his artistry. We discuss his project Anomoly, plans for the future, and that infamous clubhouse meeting. We ask DK whether he considers his music R and B while also discussing how he keeps being a teacher and an artist separated in their respective lanes. K asks should artists drop singles or singles and albums, and of course we have our music review portion of the show! MUSIC REVIEW Move Em by Izzy Fabrics by TenGrandTony and Von Live Sad Symptoms by Jhani Anomaly(album) by DK SNOOZER TRACKS K's Pick- Chasing For Stars by Dk Darius- Jewelry by D Got Bars Talynt's Pick- They Dont Know by Fabeyon ft Shamrok

K's co hosts from Inappropreality Mike Torch and Macway join Darius and Talynt for all the fun and shenanigans. We start off the episode by chopping it up with the guys. We wonder why Darius and Macway haven't dropped their respective albums, while K talks about people being sensitive about her words. We phone in Trapicama and review his album on FaceTime. A lot of jokes and laughter's, and of course we have the music reviews and snoozer tracks! MUSIC REVIEWS Thru My Eyes by Dsmnd Harder by Sedd She Wrote Overdose by Vianchi 11/23(album)- Trapicama SNOOZER TRACKS Tal's pick- Pain by Robby Malic Darius's pick- Coming Up by BossDawn K's pick- Palm Trees In New England

We phone in Teww Talez and we talk about several things including his battle rap career. K asks who will out rap who; Teww Talez or Darius? He talks about his new album Happy 4 You, Dilli Gang, and plans for the future. Music review EP REVIEW- Too Real Got The Jump by Konfuzed Wit A K VISUAL REVIEW- Silhouette by Shay Nyce AUDIO REVIEW- Bros by Prezzy P VISUAL REVIEW- Terror by Mikey Blackkk AUDIO REVIEW- They Know by Star Letoile SNOOZER TRACKS TALYNT'S PICK- Escape by ReeceDontReact DARIUS'S PICK- Bad Guy by Lil Step K'S PICK- One Way by TeeWee

In this episode, K calls one of her OGs and asks him some tough questions. Theres an obvious disconnect between the Lils and the Ogs and we attempt to find solutions thru conversation. And as always we have the music reviews and Snoozer tracks part of the podcast. MUSIC REVIEW SONG1-"No Such Thing" by Lomel SONG2-"Mine" by BiaJavier SONG3-"Want Me"x "Change" by Mac2x SONG4-"Breathe" by DeadBoyv SONG5-Covered In Blessings by ReDefine Snoozer Tracks of the week K's Pick- Return VI by Eddie Saturn Darius's Pick- Apple Ginger tea by Dorren Pierre Talynt's Pick-Move It By Sed B

The crew is joined by Hip Hop duo Audamatix. The pair talk about their new album dropping, differences in making music in 2021 compared to the previous decade and talk about their plans for the future. Things get a little spicy as K stirs the pot. Special appearance by Ish Akanour's manager Smoke Morr. As always we provide our music submission review portion of the shows as well as the crews Snoozer Tracks

Singer/Rapper Lomel stops by the show to promote his second attempt to break the Guinness World records for the longest freestyle. Questions surrounding his preparations are asked and Lomel ends with some words of encouragement. Special appearances by T' Swan and Macway. K asks her co hosts about the art of freestyling. Darius and Talynt discuss Dodge Coin. And what would this show be without our music review submissions and our snoozer tracks of the week. MUSIC SUBMISSIONS SONG 1- "Too Hot" by T 'Swan SONG 2- "Last Time" by Yung Kane SONG 3- "Primetime" by Travi Makem SNOOZER TRACKS OF THE WEEK K's Pick- "Nobody Like You" by Lil Step ft Brizzy Da Savage Darius's Pick- " Average Black Nigga" by Joeshmoe Taylnt's Pick- "Sierra Leone" by Harlo Rose

The audio version of the interview is available in its entirity!!! We kick off the episode by shouting out the most recent music drops in February. Karina Kapri is introduced to the audience. She talks her brand of R and B, how being a witch is manifested in her music, and the origins of the moniker Madam Purp. As K gives Shorty Badu her flowers, the conversation switches. We ask about her banishment on Clubhouse and the whereabouts of those infamous Ray Bans. K gives the R and B singers in New England their praises. And as always stay tuned for the music submission reviews and our Snoozer tracks of the week. MUSIC SUBMISSIONS SONG #1- "Eye Eye Eye" by Blizz Marley ft Spari SONG #2- "Time" visuals by Lil G Bobby, NFL Miguel, DxR.La SONG #3- "Aye Nice To Meet Ya"- Konfuzed Wit A K SONG #4- "Elm St"- Bowrz ft DarkPurp SNOOZER TRACKS OF THE WEEK K's Pick- "Love Aquarius"- by Karina Kapri Darius's Pick- "Napsack" by Kony762 Taylnt's Pick- "True Lies" by Robby Malic

We chat with our first guest of the season, Z1040 Yola!! A lot of good conversations took place! The episode starts off with the team reviewing Yola's "Who Dat, and in the process give Yola his praises. Karla asks everyone who they teaming up in our region if people started to form super groups, while Darius proceeds to give Filthtown their flowers. A free workshop about promos and ads are given(lol). Yola says he's an entertainer and not just a rapper. MUSIC SUBMISSIONS Song #1- "Who Dat" by Z1040 Yola Song #2- "Glitty" by Z1040 Yola Song #3- "Big Mufflle" by Holat Jones Song #4- "Quarantine Love" By Roshay SNOOZER TRACKS OF THE WEEK Darius's pick-" “Young And Reckless” by Idol Karla's Pick- "My Own Skin" by Qwalitaye Talynt's Pick- "Mud" by Qwalitaye

The very first episode of Respectfully Said kicks off with the K, Darius, and Tayln talking about their musical influences and who they currently listen to. A brief description of the podcast and the music submission aspect of the show is given. K tells an interesting story about the negative effects of yes men , while Darius goes on a rant about the lack of music business knowledge. Music reviews are introduced and the episode ends with everyone talking about the current state of New England music. Snoozers are also introduced!   MUSIC SUBMISSIONS  Song #1- "Homebody" by Roshay  Song #2- "Incoming" by N8TO19 ft Baenard  Song #3- " Feel Anything" by Cookshort  Song #4- "Crazy Love" by Young Kane    "Snoozers" Track Of The Week  Talynt's Pick- "50/50" Fabeyon ft Ea$y Money  K's Pick- "24 Karats" by Kudo  Darius's Pick- "Blame" Swirv McCall and Kyle Evan