Under 1 Million

Katori Walker joins me from Pasadena, CA after winning the Week 31 vote to earn a spot in The Deserving Madness Tournament. We got the chance to talk about his major label experience with Capitol Records, accomplishments to be proud of, his incredible story telling ability, and much more!Find Katori Walker here!https://www.instagram.com/katoriwalker/Find A-Dare here!https://linktr.ee/adare954Listen to The Deserving Playlist here!https://open.spotify.com/playlist/39RayiKQMCDDVJ3ViklQIy?si=eccd0f1183514fcb

Ba$$y & Azen join me all the way from Belgium after being placed on The Deserving Playlist with their record "Obsessed." We got the chance to talk about the music scene across the pond, the artists and producers that have influenced their sound, wine for beginners, and much more!Find Ba$$y here!https://www.instagram.com/bassy.official/Find A-Dare here!https://linktr.ee/adare954Listen to The Deserving playlist here!https://open.spotify.com/playlist/39RayiKQMCDDVJ3ViklQIy?si=eccd0f1183514fcb

Rama Kazi is back on the pod after being placed on The Deserving Playlist once again with his record Poison, which comes from his EP called Children of the Sun. We got to talk in depth about the making of that very EP, the importance of creative control, the science behind social media addiction, and much more.Find Rama Kazi here!https://linktr.ee/ramakaziFind A-Dare here!https://linktr.ee/adare954Listen to The Deserving playlist here!https://open.spotify.com/playlist/39RayiKQMCDDVJ3ViklQIy?si=a4d70bfcf6c64e70

Optiks is a Brooklyn, NY based producer that has some impressive credits with names like Tech N9ne, Talib Kweli, Joey Cool and many more under his belt. We sat down to talk about dealing with artists' egos in the studio, his process of finding the perfect sample, his upcoming instrumental project called "Shandy", and more.You can find Optiks here!https://linktr.ee/optiksYou can find A-Dare here!https://linktr.ee/adare954

Luckey Seven is from Chicago, IL and has been placed on The Deserving Playlist once in Season 2 and then again this season with the title track off of his latest project called "Ladies Love Luckey." We sat down to talk about how tribalism has gone too far, his plans to help our youth across the country, and the dark side of booking shows as an artist trying to break ground.You can find Luckey Seven here!https://www.instagram.com/luckey773/https://smarturl.it/m5355dYou can find A-Dare here!https://linktr.ee/adare954

Memoir. is a 22 year old artist residing in PA by way of New York that made his debut on The Deserving Playlist this season with his incredible record "Chef's Kiss." We sat down to talk about streetwear, how traveling is the only true way to learn about culture and history, and much more!You can find Memoir. here!https://www.instagram.com/memoirrrrrrr/https://fanlink.to/ChefsKissYou can find A-Dare here!https://linktr.ee/adare954You can listen to The Deserving Playlist here!https://open.spotify.com/playlist/39RayiKQMCDDVJ3ViklQIy?si=9cf5674709854cbc

Agapïus is a 21 year old artist from New York City that has been placed on The Deserving Playlist 4 times, including twice in Season 3 with his records Sin & REMY. We sat down to talk about the inspiration behind the REMY cover art, what draws him to anime along with his favorites, and the new focus on mental health amongst athletes.You can find Agapïus here!https://www.instagram.com/yung_agapius/https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/agapus/remyYou can find A-Dare here!https://linktr.ee/adare954You can listen to The Deserving Playlist here!https://open.spotify.com/playlist/39RayiKQMCDDVJ3ViklQIy?si=9cf5674709854cbc

Playboy P is a dope artist out of Atlanta, GA that has been placed on The Deserving Playlist in back to back seasons with his records "Bite The Bullet" and "Can't Relate." We sat down to talk about music and fatherhood, the lulled NBA playoffs this year, and some stories from past IG photos.You can find Playboy P here!https://www.instagram.com/playboy.p/https://open.spotify.com/artist/1ITzZcn6PrDx2ebl7iXaUD?si=kIMKeeG7QSaU51C81qMA8w&dl_branch=1You can find A-Dare here!https://linktr.ee/adare954You can listen to The Deserving Playlist here!https://open.spotify.com/playlist/39RayiKQMCDDVJ3ViklQIy?si=9cf5674709854cbc

Wesstyles is a fresh artist from Atlanta, GA that was placed on The Deserving Playlist with his record "Tacko Fall" off of his latest EP called "The Unknown." We sat down to talk about the roots of his music career, the surge in popularity of Only Fans, and the glory days of hoopin'.You can find Wesstyles here!https://linktr.ee/FDEWesstylesYou can find A-Dare here!https://linktr.ee/adare954You can listen to The Deserving Playlist here!https://open.spotify.com/playlist/39RayiKQMCDDVJ3ViklQIy?si=suWTDS5jTjq7H92JLawgIw

YÜSE is an artist from Sacramento, CA who brings a very unique style to the table. We sat down to talk about his recent run to the Final Four of the 2021 Deserving Madness Tournament, healthy eating habits translating into the music, and his meditation practices.You can find YÜSE here!https://linktr.ee/YUSE_powerYou can find A-Dare here!https://linktr.ee/adare954You can listen to The Deserving playlist here!https://open.spotify.com/playlist/39RayiKQMCDDVJ3ViklQIy?si=4e6Vx8BLRL-mARDRUdq97g

Weston is an artist/producer born and raised in Canton, OH, but has since taken his talents to Nashville, TN. We sat down to talk about some of his favorite food spots in Nashville, his take on the Lil Nas X "MONTERO" video, and overcoming fumbles during a live performance.You can find Weston here!https://www.instagram.com/weston_raps/https://fanlink.to/eFKEYou can find A-Dare here!https://linktr.ee/adare954You can listen to The Deserving Playlist here!https://open.spotify.com/playlist/39RayiKQMCDDVJ3ViklQIy?si=Y5YqAWQ2QQO7rwgW_ixvXQ

Trayce Chapman is an artist from Denver, CO who brings a very unique artistic vision to the table. We sat down to talk about his incredible music video for "White Ice", his experience in opening up for big names in Hip Hop, and raising his kids in today's world.You can find Trayce Chapman here!https://linktr.ee/TrayceChapmanYou can find A-Dare here!https://linktr.ee/adare954You can listen to The Deserving Playlist here!https://open.spotify.com/playlist/39RayiKQMCDDVJ3ViklQIy?si=lElciS-ARjWnJd5PqeHtDw

K Hella is an artist/producer/engineer from Sacramento and is currently a #3 seed in the 2021 Deserving Madness Tournament. We sat down to talk about what draws young people to Emo rap, fighting through a 6 month long injury during the pandemic, and his go to's for staying healthy mentally.You can find K Hella here!https://li.sten.to/tIoUoZcYou can find A-Dare here!https://linktr.ee/adare954You can listen to The Deserving Playlist here!https://open.spotify.com/playlist/39RayiKQMCDDVJ3ViklQIy?si=IMH3DEu4StygQOe9NGVziQ

Tgxphe is an artist from Akron, OH who seems to have hip hop in his blood. We sat down to talk about how he draws flow influence from Lil Wayne and where he thinks he sits in the GOAT conversation, how he stays consistent in engaging with his followers, and also premiered a preview of his unreleased music video and record called "Nevar (feat. Vizier)."You can find Tgxphe here!https://www.instagram.com/tgxphe_/https://open.spotify.com/artist/1YpwXsJQE7N6x2Z5xYnABb?si=0BbIsxFuSmCI1hZL6CglKgYou can find A-Dare here!https://linktr.ee/adare954You can listen to The Deserving playlist here!https://open.spotify.com/playlist/39RayiKQMCDDVJ3ViklQIy?si=GdG4X8nYS_OZ015uqDBMiw

Sedrickk is an artist residing in Evansville, IN and represents the FDE movement. We sat down to talk about the importance of having a support system, the difference between working out of a smaller city rather than a hip hop staple, and what truly has value in our lives.You can find Sedrickk here!https://linktr.ee/FDESedrickkYou can find A-Dare here!https://linktr.ee/adare954You can listen to The Deserving playlist here!https://open.spotify.com/playlist/39RayiKQMCDDVJ3ViklQIy?si=T7vcNT2fRku5_fMrdcEtZg

MoneyBae Dior & Damaen are a hip hop couple from Oregon, both representing Reach The Plan Records. We sat down to talk about what it's like being a female in a male dominated space, living in a small town where hip hop is not mainstream, and how they separate their music life and relationship.Find MoneyBae Dior here!https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/moneybaedior/top-ithttps://www.instagram.com/moneybae.dior/Find Damaen here!https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/damaen/drifting-feat-bremerhttps://www.instagram.com/damaenthesav/Find A-Dare here!https://linktr.ee/adare954Listen to The Deserving playlist here!https://open.spotify.com/playlist/39RayiKQMCDDVJ3ViklQIy?si=ttx7VX1XQsKi5Nzubbxn7A

iamDES is a hip hop artist representing Tulsa, OK by way of Southern California. We sat down to talk about how it feels to have a record on the NBA 2K21 soundtrack, the importance of unity in the local music scene, and his goals for the next 5 years.Find iamDES here!https://linktr.ee/iamDESFind A-Dare here!https://linktr.ee/adare954Listen to The Deserving playlist here!https://open.spotify.com/playlist/39RayiKQMCDDVJ3ViklQIy?si=Ng4xKBmfT-aQZCOmXC8lqw

drug is an R&B artist born in South Carolina and now making waves in the South Florida music scene. We sat down to talk about finding consistent performance opportunities during a pandemic, his "More Than I Can Bear" video game, and what he brings to the community outside of music.Find drug here!https://www.liinks.co/drugtheartistFind A-Dare here!https://linktr.ee/adare954Listen to The Deserving playlist here!https://open.spotify.com/playlist/39RayiKQMCDDVJ3ViklQIy?si=tx_H9dqrShqQDzKvhSb8rA

Rama Kazi is a Black and Indian artist and producer from Atlanta, GA, who was placed on The Deserving playlist with his record "Hot Chicken feat. Curt Summers, Appallo Freed & Jameson Sackey." We sat down to talk about how Indian culture helped shaped his unique sound, his experience with COVID-19, and his debut album called "Delusions of Grandeur."Find Rama Kazi here!https://linktr.ee/ramakaziFind A-Dare here!https://linktr.ee/adare954Listen to The Deserving playlist here!https://open.spotify.com/playlist/39RayiKQMCDDVJ3ViklQIy?si=CL7Vp5WKTCasbqAs1RV3xQ

Naji is a very unique artist whose sound will make you check twice and he's been placed on The Deserving playlist on 3 occasions. We sat down to talk about getting out of our comfort zone, social media censorship, and his plans for 2021.Find Naji here!https://www.instagram.com/najifargone/https://open.spotify.com/artist/6W4HAnHHhLd4LGwoLj8MBZ?si=4NQy7PE5RfmEwl65Atv7bAFind A-Dare here!https://linktr.ee/adare954Listen to The Deserving playlist here!https://open.spotify.com/playlist/39RayiKQMCDDVJ3ViklQIy?si=kBqDjFWqTNOnKMGGd42nNQ

Don Kenobi is a former college baseball player turned hip hop artist who has worked with well respected names in Mick Jenkins and Mark Battles. We sat down to talk about the "Russ formula," the inspiration of Mac Miller and the importance of consistency.Find Don Kenobi here!https://fanlink.to/Donkenobinowhttps://www.instagram.com/donkenobimusic/Find A-Dare here!https://linktr.ee/adare954Listen to The Deserving playlist here!https://open.spotify.com/playlist/39RayiKQMCDDVJ3ViklQIy?si=4oVQzIYhQki4qQp35c0Pbg

Krisheena Suarez is a singer/songwriter and co-owner of the music publishing company, Suarez Inspired Republic. We sat down to talk about how she balances business and family life, her musical theatre background and thoughts on protests turning ugly at the Capitol last week.Find Krisheena Suarez here!https://linktr.ee/krisheenasuarezFind A-Dare here!https://linktr.ee/adare954Listen to The Deserving playlist here!https://open.spotify.com/playlist/39RayiKQMCDDVJ3ViklQIy?si=3GDpPXwbQo6ct1Ay161BTQ

N.J.A.E (Not Just Another Entertainer) has 3 placements on The Deserving playlist under his belt with his solo record "Use To," plus "What You Know" and "Land of Brutality" both featuring Bridge Lane. We sat down to talk about the setbacks and triumphs that made him who he is today.Find N.J.A.E here!https://www.instagram.com/thereal_njae/https://open.spotify.com/artist/2VFEGmiHJHAw3ERV7xMsHx?si=Bya554zEQOWe5-IuolpAigFind A-Dare here!https://linktr.ee/adare954Listen to The Deserving playlist here!https://open.spotify.com/playlist/39RayiKQMCDDVJ3ViklQIy?si=AmEa3fMaQqy6fDqh-icYvw

Ashton Martin has been placed on The Deserving playlist 3 times with his records "Still Solid," "Stand (feat. Gank Gaank)" and "Cold Turkey (feat. 1 DRU)." We sat down to talk about what should be considered rap skill criteria, the importance of journaling and why Atlanta has become a mecca of hip hop.Find Ashton Martin here!https://linktr.ee/thereal_ashtonmartinFind A-Dare here!https://linktr.ee/adare954Listen to The Deserving playlist here!https://open.spotify.com/playlist/39RayiKQMCDDVJ3ViklQIy?si=ElGp_LOCQfGUOe54Fcz1Hg

Darius Shipp is a producer/songwriter and has been placed on The Deserving playlist 5 times, including his record "Super Mario," which appeared in the inaugural Deserving Madness tournament. We sat down to talk about the difference between a beat maker and a producer, using visuals for inspiration and what it's like to produce your own record.Find Darius Ship here!https://www.instagram.com/mrshipp/https://www.beatstars.com/mr_shipphttps://open.spotify.com/artist/4pYb9G9NO72lrMJlw3R7BH?si=E7AJoEDKSSCNN2gx_aNXewListen to The Deserving playlist here!https://open.spotify.com/playlist/39RayiKQMCDDVJ3ViklQIy?si=_s7789PuRwmMsib3NH5gKAFind A-Dare here!https://linktr.ee/adare954

Jay Greene was a finalist last year in The Deserving Madness tournament and has appeared on The Deserving playlist four times. We sat down to talk about his brand "Be A Boss," the Clubhouse trend and life as a rapper with a military background.Find Jay Greene here!https://www.instagram.com/jgreene4real/https://www.facebook.com/jaygreenemusicListen to The Deserving playlist here!https://open.spotify.com/artist/0gtg4...Find A-Dare here!https://linktr.ee/adare954