You Ain't Heard of Us

Hip hop, beat tapes, marketing, and motivation. We get it all and more in Episode 8 with Ben Buck- rapper, producer, dj, beatboxer. Also- bass music and boom bap vet- BoomBaptist. We hear from them both about their origins, and how they got together to release their new album The Marquee! Thanks for liking and subscribing! @benbuckbeatbox @boombaptist @youaintheardofus

Mario Casalini went from giving his beats away for free, to selling his production for a living, and has kept love in it the whole way. Repping Seattle WA since birth, we dive into Mario's backstory and what got him into doing music. We talk shop, production, professionalism and marketing. Finally, we get an interesting window into the Casalini Beats cheat code. Thanks for listening! @casalinibeats @youaintheardofus Intro Music- Fatal Lucciano- No Cap (Prod by Casalini)

KNDRX aka Cory Kendricks joins us as his album, Gumbo, slides from 3 days sitting top 10 on the Itunes hip hop charts. We discuss his journey here, from Portland to ATX and on to Denver, CO where most of Gumbo was created. We talk about how he had his hands in a lot of places, and stumbled upon a DJ gig backing Griselda's Conway. From there, his solo career seemingly gets a fire lit under it. He signs with Question, and Davies Entertainment, and the rest is history. We wrap up by talking about his next moves, and planning the perfect follow-up album. KNDRX is aimed for success and undoubtebly will be hitting the moon. @corykendrix @youaintheardofus

Bryson starts his career in comedy doing skits on hip hop albums, and hosting or hyping live hip hop shows. We discuss how he carved out a path to the comedy clubs, and his trial attempts at music along the way. We get some GREAT insight to the world of doing comedy, and the ladder you have to climb, positions you have to play, and also how you develop material. Thanks for listening! @_brysonbrown @youaintheardofus Intro from- Side Steppin/ Track- I'm From Austin, Bryson Brown

From open mic nights in St. Croix to packed residencies in Lake Charles, LA, and finally residing in Austin Texas- Ashes of Babylon has a very unique journey. Their story is felt through the music they created over the course of 8 years; as an 8 piece, 4 part vocal harmony, multi- instrumentalist, big band horn flexing, American reggae/ dancehall fusion (breath) act. We get the details from founding members Corey Saucier, and Jacob "Deebo" Crenshaw, and also some insight as to what ultimately led to the members deciding to take an extended hiatus, at what seemed to be the pinnacle of their career. Thanks for watching!

Daniel Boskind aka Question? joins us in episode 3! We get so much game, and a few hillarious stories in his one. Question tells us about his origins in the music industry, starting with an internship for Raphael Saddiq. We get a couple exclusives, including a hillarious D'Angelo story. We talk about his bitter exit from Epic records, and how it ultimately led to a successful career on the management side of the music industry. This is a great episode for anyone who wants some insight into the world of an artist vs becoming an executive. Thank you for checking us out! Follow, Subscribe, Review, Comment, Share! @question210 @youaintheardofus Intro song- Question- Thou Shall Not Fall/ Xanax 3

This episode ROCKS! We get to talk to Austin's own Jackie Venson. She gives us her origin story, and explains to us how she went from being classically trained on the piano, to wanting to shred the guitar and be a rock star. We talk about the Austin TX music scene, looping vs. sampling, being a one-woman rock band, Britney Spears, how guitars are better than piano, and more! Jackie closes us out with her 5 year plan, and some insight to her latest album- Vinitage Machine. THANKS for listening, subscribing, reviewing, and liking! @jackievenson @youaintheardofus check out our store youaintheardofus.store check out our sponsor topofthegalaxy.com discount code YAHOU

We wrap about the podcast, ATX music life, shopping tunes to labels, and production. thanks for watching! Like, Subscribe, Review, Share! All that! @youaintheardofus @changomadclassy @sharks512 @iriesamarai linktr.ee/youaintheardofus INTRO/ OUTRO: Chango- Relief (unreleased)

SEASON 2 PREMIERE!! We welcome the most reliable member of the YAHOU team to the front of the stage! Henry Quiara aka H-Train tells us his story. We start at age 3, and continue through vocational art school, a career in news, pivoting to a freelance artist, starting a family, and deciding to hit the road and take a stab at "BUS LIFE". Take a trip with us through a very inspiring story, and get all the game from a real lifetime of art and dedication. Thanks for watching! Subscribe. Share. Review! @youaintheardofus @htrainart

YAHOU Presents Episode 1 of the Smoke Sessions! We discuss Irie Samurai and his origins, bass music, production, and Texas canna. Please LIKE this track and SUBSCRIBE/ REVIEW! Thanks! @iriesamurai @dosage_yah

Season 1, Episode 21. In our Season Finale, we talk to Riders Against the Storm, a power couple championing their roles as prominent artists, and active community leaders in Austin TX. We talk to them about discovering each other, and then rebuilding their identity, together, on a path toward their combined purpose. We touch on their history, and their long term goals, and visions that have led them to where they are now. RAS have built their reputation not only out of talent, but have displayed love, and community engagement through many mediums including poetry, music, activism, self-healing, and creation. Thank you for watching! Make sure to subscribe, like, and comment. @youaintheardofus @rashiphop Artwork by @htrainart

Robert "Blyne Rob" McQueen aka Rob Quest of the legendary Odd Squad, and renowned producer for Devin the Dude joins us in Episode 20. -Episode Description- In Episode 20, we are joined by "Blyne" Rob, also known as Rob Quest from his years with the Odd Squad, and The Coughee Brothaz. We start by discussing his origins in hip hop, and how his mom and Devin the Dude encouraged him to pursue a career in music. He talks to us about being a blind artist, and how J. Prince of Rap-A-Lot Records helped produce, and promote his image early on. We slide through his prolific "rock star" years touring with Devin and the Coughee Bros, producing classics, and working with legends like Mike Dean. Rob also gives us game on his production style, and how he has adapted and evolved over his 30 years in the game. We cap the episode with where Rob is now, and his plans for the future. Finally, we get a sneak peak into his new collaborative effort with the "Visionaries", a worldwide all-blind producer super group. __ Peep Devin the Dude's new album- Soulful Distance, produced by Blyne Rob the Visionary! OUT NOW! This is absolutely one of our favorite episodes so far, and we are so happy to share it with you. Thank you for listening! Stay tuned for VIDEO @ www.youtube.com/channel/UCj_nTV0_eC0SkIgnw4PtyLw @blynerob @youaintheardofus @mrc0by @dosage_yah

Episode 19 hits you with the 2020 wrap up. Reggie Coby, Noah T, and Sebass rap about production, the new documentary "Smoke", music, and life in the year 2020. We talk about a few releases and projects from the fam, and general ups and downs we have experienced this year. We also talk about plans for the show, and season 2 coming soon. So make sure you give episode 19 a listen and stay informed. Thanks for listening! peace!! linktr.ee/youaintheardofus

Ruler Why joins us for Episode 18! We dive into his story for a bit, and also talk about his upcoming work with Nick Cruz- Obsidian Daggers. Ruler blesses us with game on production, beat-making, and how to adapt in the new age of marketing and distribution. Thanks for listening! Make sure to subscribe and review the podcast. Also follow us on FB/ IG! @youaintheardofus @ruler_why www.rulerwhy.com TRACK LIST- Intro: League of Extraordinary Gz- Never Know Me 1. Ruler Why- Ooh Disco 2.OT23- What I See ft. Ruler Why 3. SNG- Only I 4. Obsidian Daggers- Cañete 5. Ruler Why- DooWop Outro: Monophonics- Last One Standing

Charles “Easy Lee” Peters (@thirdrootmusic) joined us in Episode 17 Easy is a poet, songwriter, MC, and Educator. We begin at the start of his musical career- fusing southern raps with timeless soul music, and his time touring the nation as a member of a signed group, Mo’Joe. From this point we discuss various ups, and downs that lead Easy to a passionate, and ultimately championed path in education. Finally we arrive at Easy’s current work with Third Root, a project he co-founded with Marco Cervantes (MexStep). We cover their progression, and how they found their sound working with an array of renowned musicians, and producers. We summarize by acknowleding Easy’s persistance, and how he accomplished a union between his passion for music, and possibly an even greater purpose- as an activist, teacher, and an inspiration. "You can't talk the way I talk cuz you ain't been where I've been." - Shawn Carter Third Root music + merch: thirdroot.bandcamp.com Thank you for listening! @thirdrootmusic @hiphopgrewup @youaintheardofus Track List INTRO: Never Know Me, League of Extraordinary Gz 1. Third Root- Justice or Else 2. Mo’Joe- Yesterday 3. Mo’Joe- Strange Revival feat. Bavu Blakes 4. Third Root- Reflection of the Times feat. Reggie Coby 5. Third Root- Rebel Music feat. Black Pumas (Passion of the Poets out NOW!)

You can't run from the future. 808k embraced it. In episode 16 we talk with the homies Lefty and NIKES. Once a duo, the pair navigated inevitable progression, and change in the bass music scene. We discuss the evolution of bass music after the boom of dubstep, carving out a niche, management versus a personal relationship with an artist, and also building an underground scene in a small club, while fighting powerhouse venues.  We also get into the legacy of juke and footwork, Chicago, and DJ Rashad.  We wrap up the episode with some insight on how to handle loss of shows, and coping with this "new way" of life. Lastly, we hit you with some excellent music suggestions in our "DONT SLEEP" segment.  Big shouts to the homies for talking with us, and make sure to follow and listen everywhere you can! @youaintheardofus @djleftyatx @nikesrunsfast  track listing- Intro: :League of Extraordinary Gz- never Know Me 1. Addison Groove- Work it 2. Mike G @ 808k video from Taylor Hoefft 3. DJ Spinn and DJ Rashad interview via Redbull Music Academy  4. Lefty & NIKES- Bombaclaut 5. NIKES & Kruxx- Pete Drake flip 6. Outro: Posh Boy- Reagan in 81

A Scholar EmCee. In Episode 15, we welcome Bavu Blakes. A writer, journalist, MC, teacher, and student. Bavu Blakes has lived his life immersed in word, knowledge, and of course HIP HOP. Born in '74, named by his parents as a counter-narrative, Bavu was delivered into this world a positive force. We get into Bavu's "origin story", coming up in Texas, and how he navigated a life driven by writing while pivoting between education, journalism, and hip hop. We discuss the social definition of being black in America, culture-shock, and discovering new identities. We also get to talk about the new book EL's MIRROR written by Bavu, and his son. Thank you so much for listening, and we are beyond happy to share this episode with you. "I am definitely going to write, go to lots of schools, follow my 'gps', rap in stupors, publicize track and field, drop out of college, elope, insert history, catch a case, tell some lies, disappear on 6th street, start a family, finish grad school, secretly plan a podcast, debut a picture book, and trade the world. At least. For the nobody who knows."              - Bavu Blakes, Hip Hop Grew Up www.hiphopgrewup.com www.bavublakes.com www.scholaremcee.com Please follow @youaintheardofus @dosage_yah @mrc0by

When Art is Life. Who is Omar Chow? The homie sits down with us, as our first guest artist. We talk about moving around, and growing artistic roots in new places. We dive into the life of a painter, and how to adaptively utilize a creative mind in multiple mediums. We also get into music a bit, and discuss jazz, trip hop, hip hop, and the Kuti legacy. Thanks again for listening! Subscribe and review please! @omar_chow @youaintheardofus @mrc0by

For the love of SOUND. In Episode 13, we are joined by the infamous Houston TX legend, Badbwoy BMC. We talk about driving a soundsystem scene, and maintaining love for the culture. Pivoting from a legendary junglist crew, to repping the entire state of Texas, and working with one of the most well known hip hop labels in the game. With almost 30 years under his belt as a DJ, BMC also lets us in on the struggle to keep up with a fast-paced scene, and how he had to get away from it in order to keep a fire burning. Once again bringing you that knowledge and experience! Biggup @badbwoybmc and thank YOU for listening! @youaintheardofus TRACK LIST (intro) League of Extraordinary Gz- Never Know Me 1. Welcome 2 Trill Step- Houston Texas (Watts Intro) 2. Dread Foxx ft. Werd 2 Jah- Texas DUB (BMC VIP) 3. Badbwoy BMC- It's Goin Down 4. DJ Michael 5000 Watts- Trillstep promo 5. Paul Wall & Bun B- They Dont Know (Badbwoy BMC remix) 6. Paul Wall- Rep TX (Badbwoy BMC remix) Outro- Nipsey Hussle- I dont give a Fucc

WHO IS RUDI DEVINO? In Episode 12 we talk to the man himself- as seen with 5-D, Capyac, Retr0gade, SKP, and the Short Bus Alumni. Mr Rudi Devino. We discuss movement, pivoting, and navigating a life of a lyricist. Rudi takes us on a ride, and divulges how he has worked his way into becoming a public figure of sorts, and how he manages to keep his hand in several places. We had fun diving in, and throwing it back on this one. Thank you so much for listening! TRACK LIST- Intro: League of Extraordinary Gz- Never Know Me 1. 5-D- Shrubbery 2. Short Bus Alumni- Here We Come 3. Excerpt from Vans Warped Tour interview/ SKP- Austin ft. Earn 4. SKP- Rodney Watts 5. 5-D- Burger Cheese Outro: Capyac- Fade Out @gorudi @youaintheardofus

More than a Selector~ In Episode 11, DJ Xacto joins us from Eugene OR. We talk about his almost 2 decades sustaining an independent soundsystem, becoming a professional reggae music selector, and how he balances that with family, plus another career. We discuss the difference between Dancehall and Reggae music. We also get into tons of stories between the two of us, and talk about how our paths intersected along the way. Thank you so much for your support! Follow us on IG @youaintheardofus DJ Xacto (Cutlass Sounds) soundcloud.com/dj_xacto Track List Intro: League of Extraordinary Gz- Never Know Me 1. Lutan Fyah Cutlass Sounds Dubplate 2. Gray- 1Spliff 3. Half Pint Xact Change Dubplate 4. Richie Stephens- Rain from the Skies 5. Hempress Sativa & Scientist- Rock it Ina Dub 6. Biga Ranx- Sunset Cassette - Dancehall vs Reggae excerpts borrowed from Bobby Riddim video doc via Youtube @ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UtpehNZkFPU&t=1s Recordings quoting Half Pint, Luciano, and Bobbie McGregor (we do not own the rights to any of the sampled audio!)

EPISODE 10 Featuring SOULFIYA In episode 10, we discuss sustaining as a 100% independent Reggae, and Dancehall artist. From Mixtapes, to working with the grammy nominated El Dusty on a top charting release, Soulfiya is at the pinnacle of his career. He is an exemplary display of the grind, and dedication it takes to live a life of creating, We had a lot of fun on this one, and are so blessed to share it with you! Thank you for listening, and please subscribe/ review/ follow us everywhere you can! @youaintheardofus

We wanted to drop something due to the wait between episodes. So here is our FIRST mini episode- 9.5 "Bosses & Battles". Reggie and Sebass go in about bosses in hip hop, in particular- Richy Rick Rozay Ross. So much hype off the Verzuz battles leads to a great discussion about legacy, and experimentation VS success. Episode 10 drops this week! Stay tuned! IG @youaintheardofus

In Episode 9, we are catching up on a lot of music stuff! We are chilling and bullshitting, smoking as always. We discuss a very famous sample, battles, Anderson.Paak vs Chance, new music/ old music, and Prince. Make sure to contribute to the discussion via email - youaintheardofus@gmail.com and follow us on IG @youaintheardofus Track List #1 Intro: League of Extraordinary Gz- Never Know Me #2 : Bumpy's Lament Medley- Bumpy's Lament SHAFT original motion picture Music x Dr. Dre- XXplosive x Erykah Badu- Bag Lady x Erykah Badu- Bag Lady (LIVE) (mixed by Dosage) #3: Wiley- Light Work #4: Mystikal- I Smell Smoke #5: Snoop Lion- Fruit Juice (feat. Mr Vegas) #6 Outro: Diasporic- The Jump Off podcastDocumentary

In episode 8, we are back from a bit of a hiatus with our longest episode yet! In the midst of current events, and life being hectic as it can be, we are SO happy to welcome back Reggie Coby & Sebass. We also have our good friend Noah T in the place with us. We talk about his time contributing to a thriving underground scene, and the inevitable struggle to keep it alive. Noah spent a lot of time behind a lens throughout the years, and has captured countless priceless moments in hip hop, and the evolution of DJ culture on camera. Oh, the stories. Thank you for listening, and please subscribe/review if you have a moment!

A Decade of Dubstep~ In episode 7 we wrap up the infamous years of Mad Classy. Possibly one of the strongest residencies dedicated to bass music in Texas, Mad Classy spanned almost 10 years before fizzling away like most of the scene. We dive into the rise and fall of underground electronic music, and particularly the huge boom of bass music. We discuss our top 5 tracks in dubstep history, and share stories of pivotal moments in that time. Take a moment to reminisce and rinse some 140bpm classics with us on You Aint Heard of Us! Make sure to follow on FB, IG, Soundcloud and wherever you listen to Podcasts!

In Episode 6 of You Aint Heard of Us, we are joined by the man Chango. Chango is known internationally as a force in bass music production, and 1/3 of the legendary Mad Classy Crew out of Austin TX. We go into his roots as an MC, and discuss the cultural impact of the MC on bass music. We dive into the exclusivity of dubplate culture, and also discuss checking your ego at the door. Big up to anyone listening and enjoy! Track list: Intro: Never Know Me- League of Extraordinary Gz 2. Chango- Circuitry 3. Chango- Isolated feat. Mighty Monkz 4. Kromestar- Jumpin 5. Chango- Unreleased 6. Chango- Down the Ave Outro: Sia- Little Man (exemen garage rmx)

In Episode 5, we welcome our homie DJ SHARKWEEK> We talk about coming up on underground electronic music, the origin of dubstep, and being a career DJ. We also dive into some fun stories about the booming bass music scene in the 2000s, and navigating those days in Austin TX.

In Episode 4, Reggie & Sebass are hype off the latest Verzuz battle with the legendary queens- Erykah Badu & Miss Jill Scott. We discuss our love for conscious hip hop, soul, r&b, 90s music, production, and Dilla. We also get deep on the come up, and making a name in a local scene. We talk about the struggles and animosity endured when attempting to thrive in a saturated market. Peep the episode and let us know what you think! You can email us direct at youaintheardofus@gmail.com

THE BRAIN joins us in Episode 3. We bulshit, and laugh our way through this whole thing. We talk about hip hop of course, and also dive into the world of being part of a group as well as going solo. We talk about his new album, battling MCs, giving your life to the culture, and the come ups/ come downs. The Brain also hooked us up with a sneak peak into his album, Destiny burns. Dropping August 17th. Reggie Coby IG @mrc0by Sebass IG @beatsfromtheplanet facebook.com/youaintheardofus @youaintheardofuspodcast Track List: (intro) 1.. Never Know Me- League of Extraordinary Gz 2. SKP- Roll with SKP 3. The Brain- Alcoholic Crutch 4. The Brain- So They Say (unreleased) 5. The Brain- The Sky Writer (unreleased) (outro) 6. Tom Misch, Yussef Dayes- Tidal Wave

Reggie Coby is back with Sebass on episode 2 of You Aint Heard of Us. In light of rough times for all independent artists, and service industry workers- we continue to discuss the daily grind. We shoot the breeze about life, cannabis, hip hop, making a living in Austin TX, and getting kicked out of bars in Austin TX...We also tell stories and reminisce about Bushwick Bill of the legendary Geto Boys. Reggie Coby IG @mrc0by Sebass IG @beatsfromtheplanet facebook.com/youaintheardofus Soundcloud.com/youaintheardofuspodcast Track List: (intro) 1.. Never Know Me- League of Extraordinary Gz 2. Marc Rebillet- Work that ass for Daddy 3. Bushwick Bill- Live SXSW cut (outro) 4. Dosage- Untitled, Unreleased

On the debut episode of You Ain't Heard Of Us, we sit down with our friend Reggie Coby. We discuss his life in hip hop, and music. We talk about touring, SXSW, Devin the Dude, and building with a large group... our mission at YAHOU is to illuminate the life of an artist and the pursuit of success. We tell the stories you don't hear. Stories, tales, and Exaggerations. We are the real. IG @youaintheardofus Reggie Coby @mrc0by