Baby 9eno sat down with Zeal DMV to speak on a variety of topics, including his upbringing in the DMV, other peers from the area, the concept of “free car music,” and more. He also performed in a separate clip (below).
Front Porch Talk: Kenny Lattimore (Video)
If you missed it, you can check out Kenny Lattimore’s full performance here.
We sat down with Kenny Lattimore after his Front Porch Performance to talk to him about who he wants to see on the Front Porch, Go-Go music, and the state of R&B.
El Cousteau – Eric The Young Gawd Interview (Video)
El Cousteau recently locked in with Eric The Young Gawd to speak on a variety of topics, including Dirty Harry, his connections to A$AP Rocky, and much more. D.C. is in the building.
Q Da Fool – DGB/Off The Porch Interview (Video)
We recently sat down with Q Da Fool for an exclusive “Off The Porch” interview! During our conversation he talked about coming home from jail last week after violating probation, explains what his fans mean to him, OhGeesy bringing him out for a show the day after he was released, his close relationship with the members of Shoreline Mafia, their song “Gangstas & Sippas” going Platinum while he was locked up, fatherhood teaching him to appreciate life, going viral when he recently posted a picture with Shabazz PBG, the culture in PG County, being bad as a kid, jumping off the porch when he was 14, getting caught stealing his mom’s car, getting locked up for attempted murder when he was 16, knowing he wanted to be a rapper when he was 5 years old, recording his first song when he was 13, recording “Right There”, “Catch Up” & “Guns & Bells” in the same night, all 3 music videos blowing up, starting to get paid from his music, paying Gucci Mane $35k for a feature, explains why he signed with Roc Nation over other labels, learning a lot about the music business while he was signed, signing himself to his own label Rich Shoota, explains his creative process, feeling like he makes his best music when his back is against the wall, explains why he didn’t rap when he was locked up, reveals when he gave up on music is when he got locked up, his thoughts on the music scene in the DMV right now, his song “GQ”, explains how he deals with online trolls, his next music video “Welcome Back”, plans to drop an EP in November, goals, shares advice to the youth, plans to write a book, and much more!
Ant Glizzy – Say Cheese Interview (2023) (Part 3) (Video)
Yep — for the third time in a year, Ant Glizzy returns to Say Cheese for an in-depth interview. This time, he appears as a “virtual crip” — much to a certain rapper’s dismay (below).
448 Riq – Blasé Network Interview (Video)
Last week, I got to sit down with the artist of Baltimore right now, 448 Riq. We got to talk about his daily routine and some of the things he learned from one of the greatest producers ever, Whiteboy. I’m excited to see where his talent takes him, and where his talent takes the city.
Fat Trel – Street Walks With Saige Interview (Video)
Fat Trel joins Street Walks With Saige and discusses:
-Growing up with a single mom and 2 brothers
-His mom going to college while raising 3 sons
-What it was like to get shot
-Getting stabbed
-Wishing he would’ve taken music seriously earlier
-Jumping in the streets; staying in fake relationships with women for their money.
-Advice on how to start growing a following
-Being in the industry in the CD era
-What he blew money on; spending differently now
-Previously being signed to Rick Ross’s label; the key to ending a business relationship and maintaining a personal one
-Learning to make better decisions as a man and as a father
-Realizing he could’ve spent his time better with his kids
-His first child’s mother passing away at 23 years old
-His newest album Nightmare on E Street 2Videography by Alex Philbin
Anti Beats – DC Artists Interview (Video)
In this interview with Anti Beats, the D.C. producer talked about how he started making beats, his rise to fame, working with many DMV artists, why DMV rappers don’t succeed, DMV rap beef, the best beat he has ever heard, & more!
Juu2x – DC Artists Interview (Video)
DC Artists sit down with white-hot beatsmith Juu2x, who opened up about his upbringing, being a producer in the D.C. area, notable collaborators, and much more.
Tony Lewis Jr. & Tony Lewis Sr. – B High ATL Interview (Video)
Tony Lewis Jr. and father Tony Lewis Sr. paid a visit to B High. While there, they spoke on prison and the pitfalls that lead to it, Rayful Edmond, and much more. Any time that these two speak, it’s a necessary listen.
Kenny Burns – “Big Facts” Interview (Video)
On this episode of “Big Facts,” Kenny Burns joins hosts Big Bank, DJ Scream, and Baby Jade to have an honest discussion about the changes in Atlanta culture and music over time. They talk about how certain music has become more toxic, misogynistic, and focused on violence. Kenny offers his perspective on how the older generation needs to help guide the youth away from destructive paths. He shares inspiring stories and talks about the importance of leading by example. This powerful conversation covers how to spread more love in the culture, save the youth from negative influences, and much more.
Noochie’s “Front Porch” Freestyles Highlighted In News Feature
From WUSA9, where you can read the full story.
You might have come across local rapper Noochie’s front porch freestyles on your Instagram or YouTube pages. It’s becoming almost a phenomenon for hip hop and go-go lovers.
Noochie is bringing live band performances from hip hop and go-go and spreading it to the masses.
“I was just doing it just to get my creative juices out and if people like it I love it,” Noochie said.
The local rapper started these front porch freestyles back in 2017, but it was nothing like the full scale production it’s grown into.
“It was just me and my phone doing like I had a speaker beside me and using the mic and the camera off my phone just recording myself just rapping.”
He was signed to Atlantic Records at the time, but wasn’t happy and needed some place to vent, so he took it to his front porch.
“I [gotta] do something to show people that I’m good at this,” said Noochie.
LilBro YP – Hustle Firm Interview (Video)
Lil Bro YP gave us some insight on growing up in Washington DC, linking with Ant Glizzy, his music journey, plus more.
Lil Dude – Dirty Glove Bastard/”Off The Porch” Interview (Video)
DMV’s own Lil Dude stops by “The Porch” to talk about Goonew, Baby Ahk, Hoodrich Pablo Juan, snitching, and much more.
Fat Trel & Addis Fouche – Lip Service Interview (Video)
D.C.’s own Fat Fool (and adult star/multi-talent Addis Fouche) join Angela Yee and her squad for one of the freakiest shows on the internet.
Young Jose – OnDaSet TV Interview (Video)
Subsequent clips from this interview will be added below.
In this clip Young Jose sits down with OnDaSet TV to discuss what it’s like to be appreciated, being from Southeast D.C. but putting on for the entire D.C., the change in the youth & the youth having no guidance, and maturing and growing as a man.
Balla – DC Artists Interview; Reacts To No Savage’s Prison Sentence
Even though Balla is still incarcerated, on July 25th, 2023, we were able to talk to him again. The Southeast D.C. native expressed how he feels about artificial intelligence and No Savage being sentenced to 3 years in prison. He also gave some sound advice to KP Skywalka and let us know about his new album.
Angel Gregorio – “Heart Of The City Podcast” Interview (Video)
Shout out to Tony Lewis Jr. and Silas Grant.
The conversation with Angel was a great discussion about liberation, decision-making, social responsibility, legacy, and much more. Angel is the Owner of The Spice Suite; the only spice shop in the District of Columbia. Angel is also the Founder of “Black and Forth”, a compound/strip mall which features all businesses owned and operated by Black women.
JuanHunnit – Ant Glizzy/Barbarason TV Interview (Video)
D.C. frontrunner JuanHunnit talks to Barbarason TV about his area’s rap scene and its inhabitants.
Rican Da Menace & Lola Brooke – “Off Top” (Video)
Produced by Hitmaka and Nick Papz. Courtesy of BuVision.
Noochie – Ant Glizzy/Barbarason TV Interview (Video)
The highlight of this sit-down: Noochie’s take on his blink-and-you-missed-it war on wax with IDK.
Big Don Bino – DC Artists Interview (Video)
This is certain to be one of the best DC Artists features to date. Additional clips will be added below as they’re released.
In this part of our interview with Big Don Bino, he talked about his upbringing & growing up in the notorious East Gate housing project in Southeast D.C., what influenced him to make music, and blowing up from rap in 2018.
KP Skywalka – Big Mouf Media Interview (Video)
SouthEast , DC rising Star KP SKywalka sits down with the BigMouf Team to discuss real meaning of KP and how he got his name Skywalka in High School. KP Skywalka names his Top 5 DMV artist he listens to. KP started off rapping over the phone & says he was dragging in high school before dropping out. KP reveals a recent conversation he had with his mother. we also explore why he doesn’t use the generic DMV rap flow and shed some insight on how he developed his rap swagg as well as his musical influences. We also dive into KP skywalka’s love for old school music.KP also reveals that he isn’t all the way against signing a deal, however that deal should be in the ball park of 7 figures, The artist tell us ” The Sky is the limit”. The Young southeast star certainly doesn’t lack any confidence at all, letting the Big Mouf Team know that he “Knows his worth”. We also get the chance to discuss the process behind another hit song ” Granny House”. as well as his relationship with DMV based videographer ” Wax Bando”, also sharing with us some insight about his clothing collab with DMV based clothing brand ” InMyJam”. How the “For Bippers only” hoodies cam about. We Also dive into the backstory of KP Skywalkas unique lingo within his songs. dressing the terms ” Bippin” and “Banging Hard”. We finish up discussing the new music The entire KP collective has in store and KP Skywalka addresses the tweets by lil dude comparing him to NBA YoungBoy, how to get a feature from KP skywalka and why KP turns down features. We also discuss his upcoming tape with fellow DMV Rapper Lil Dude and a Krime Pays collab tape featuring the whole KP roster. And More Gems In This BigMouf Exclusive Interview.
Q Da Fool – Say Cheese Interview (2023) (Video)
Q Da Fool returns to Say Cheese to speak on his freedom, music, and much more. Additional clips below.