Best Chris Mak Podcasts (2024)

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Dick Warlock talks playing Michael Myers in Halloween II & Jaws "Sports and Hip-Hop with DJ Mad Max" 1:25:35

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Big thank you to legendary actor/stuntman Dick Warlock for coming on my show for an interview! Dick talked about his early life of relocating from Ohio to California, working for Disney for 10 years, and getting the role of Michael Myers in Halloween II (1981). He discussed John Carpenter's directorial work on Halloween II, working with Jamie Lee C…

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Mak Ralston 'Haunt Former' on Terrifier films & novel Grayscale "Sports and Hip-Hop with DJ Mad Max" 55:27

9h ago55:27

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Thank you to Mak Ralston aka "Haunt Former" for returning to my show for an interview! Mak talked about this year's Halloween props at Home Depot and Spirit Halloween, and his review of the Terrifier films. He discussed his thoughts on Chucky not being renewed for season 4, Scream 7, and his Haunt Trail this year. He also got into his new novel Gra…

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James Marsters talks playing Spike in Buffy the Vampire Slayer "Sports and Hip-Hop with DJ Mad Max" 1:53:36

1d ago1:53:36

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Big thank you to actor and musician James Marsters for coming on my show for an interview! James discussed his difficult journey of breaking into the entertainment industry, getting kicked out of Juilliard, going to Chicago and Seattle for theater work, and going back to California to audition for Buffy the Vampire Slayer. He talked about his iconi…

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Asoh Black! talks touring with Lupe Fiasco & new 9NIM EP on "Sports and Hip-Hop with DJ Mad Max" 1:04:31

11d ago1:04:31

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Shoutout to Brooklyn, New York's own Asoh Black! for coming on my show for an interview! Asoh discussed his new 9NIM EP, what Expensive Habits can translate into, and touring with Lupe Fiasco. He talked about what he learned from working with Jim Jones, the current state of Brooklyn Hip-Hop, and wanting to get involved in the fashion industry. He g…

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Nancy Allen talks Poltergeist III, Carrie, RoboCop, & weSPARK "Sports and Hip-Hop with DJ Mad Max" 51:06

8d ago51:06

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Thank you to actress Nancy Allen for coming on my show for an interview! Nancy discussed starting out doing commercials, moving to Los Angeles, and how she got the audition for Carrie. She talked about her portrayal as Chris Hargensen in Carrie, the adversity she faced early on in her career, overcoming her claustrophobia in the film Blow Out, and …

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Kristanna Loken talks Terminator 3 & Dark Night of the Soul on "Sports and Hip-Hop with DJ Mad Max" 1:33:38

19d ago1:33:38

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Big thank you to actress Kristanna Loken for coming on my show for an interview! Kristanna discussed her early life of growing up on her parents apple farm in upstate New York, getting into modeling for Elite Model Look, her first role in As The World Turns, and how the Mortal Combat: Conquest TV show prepared her for action roles. She talked about…

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Richie Evans talks 2024 being his Kobe year, Rick Ross, & more "Sports and Hip-Hop with DJ Mad Max" 49:25

15d ago49:25

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Shoutout to Phoenix's own Richie Evans for returning to my show for an interview! Richie talked about 2024 being his Kobe year, his upcoming Highly Favored 2 EP, and his song Can't Knock the Hustle featuring Rick Ross being considered for Grammy Awards. He discussed his upcoming Rick Ross collaboration, why The Game deserves more praise, and a pote…

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Michael Gross talks Tremors, Family Ties, Chosen Family, & more "Sports and Hip-Hop with DJ Mad Max" 1:23:31

15d ago1:23:31

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Big thank you to Michael Gross for coming on my show for an interview! Michael talked about his early life of growing up in Chicago, his theater background, and his role as Burt Gummer in the Tremors franchise. He discussed the Tremors basement shootout scene, Kevin Bacon's Tremors pilot that didn't involve him, and reuniting with Kevin Bacon for t…

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Eric Bellinger talks Special, Usher, Chris Brown, & new albums "Sports and Hip-Hop with DJ Mad Max" 20:57

19d ago20:57

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Big thank you to Grammy Award winning singer and songwriter Eric Bellinger for coming on my show for an interview! Eric discussed his new record Special, working with Konshens, and his trip to South Africa. He talked about the meaning behind his two new up and coming albums It'll All Make Sense Later and It All Makes Sense. He got into writing Ushe…

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Young Scratt talks DoorDash, new music, & tour w/Soulja Boy on "Sports and Hip-Hop with DJ Mad Max" 26:02

19d ago26:02

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Shoutout to Cleveland's own Young Scratt for coming on my show for an interview! Young Scratt talked about his new record DoorDash, the story behind his song Answer for Cancer?, and his relationship with Don P. He got into his affiliation with Universal Music Group, his upcoming album dropping in January, and Cleveland needing more unity in the mus…

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Robert John Burke talks Thinner and being a volunteer fireman "Sports and Hip-Hop with DJ Mad Max" 1:02:41

20d ago1:02:41

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Thank you to actor and volunteer firefighter Robert John Burke for coming on my show for an interview! Robert talked about balancing his acting work with being a firefighter, training as an actor at SUNY Purchase, and how he got chosen to portray RoboCop in RoboCop 3. He got into his audition for Stephen King's Thinner, Thinner's movie ending, and …

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Nzinga Imani talks BET's Zatima Season 3, Tyler Perry, & more "Sports and Hip-Hop with DJ Mad Max" 48:19

22d ago48:19

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Thank you to actress, model, and singer Nzinga Imani for coming on my show for an interview! Nzinga Imani talked about the premiere of BET's Zatima Season 3, why she felt as though her character Angela was written for her to play, and working with Tyler Perry. She discussed starting musical theater in high school and majoring in it in college at Ge…

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Ira from Staten Island on Jets loss to Broncos & Robert Saleh "Sports and Hip-Hop with DJ Mad Max" 43:42

29d ago43:42

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Thank you to Ira From Staten Island for calling into my show to discuss the Jets' loss to the Broncos yesterday, the Vikings being a prove it game for the Jets, and why Robert Saleh may be fired in the next few weeks. He also spoke about Garrett Wilson and Breece Hall struggling, Aaron Rodgers' tension with Saleh, and the Haason Reddick situation. …

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SmooveLee talks new single My Time Is Now & Kendrick Lamar on "Sports and Hip-Hop with DJ Mad Max" 40:43

1M ago40:43

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Thank you to Los Angeles and Compton, California's own SmooveLee for coming on my show fro an interview! SmooveLee talked about his new single My Time Is Now, his upcoming album Inspiration for Sale, Vol. 3, and his record label BlAck Forezt. He discussed wanting to have a partnership if the deal is right, going to high school with Kendrick Lamar, …

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#026: The Art of Finishing Tracks: Breaking Out Of The Loop 53:42

1M ago53:42

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Are you stuck in the loop? endlessly starting new tracks but never finishing them? In this episode of Producer Talk with Bass Kleph, we’re diving deep into the art of finishing your tracks, and why it’s critical to your growth as a music producer. If you’ve ever felt like you’re stuck as a “Loop Hoarder” or “Eight-Bar Prisoner,” this episode will h…

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Brett Berish on Sovereign Brands, Belaire, & entrepreneur tips "Sports and Hip-Hop with DJ Mad Max" 1:02:14

1M ago1:02:14

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Big thank you to the CEO of Sovereign Brands and Belaire Brett Berish for coming on my show for an important gem filled interview! Brett discussed building up Sovereign Brands, launching Belaire, and his new The Deacon Blended Scotch Whiskey Brand. He talked about the mistakes that he made early on his career that define him, why you should quit yo…

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Yah Sin talks Sirius Sin, opening for Ghostface Killah, & more "Sports and Hip-Hop with DJ Mad Max" 31:46

2M ago31:46

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Shoutout to Staten Island, New York's own Yah Sin for coming on my show for an interview! Yah Sin talked about his new album Sirius Sin, starting Grain Music with his father, and opening for Ghostface Killah. He discussed getting his own LLC at the age of 22, quitting his city job years ago to pursue a career in music, and being close with the memb…

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#025: The 8 Mixdown Myths Holding You Back from Release-Ready Records 46:31

2M ago46:31

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Episode 25: The 8 Mixdown Myths Holding You Back from Release-Ready Records Are mixdown myths secretly sabotaging your tracks? In this episode, we dive deep into eight of the most common mixdown myths that might be preventing you from achieving that pro-level sound. These are mistakes producers unknowingly make, often due to bad advice circulating …

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Yoko Gold talks Obsolete, Tory Lanez, & Nothing Like Your Lips "Sports and Hip-Hop with DJ Mad Max" 40:48

2M ago40:48

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Thank you to Toronto, Canada's own R&B artist Yoko Gold for coming on my show for his first interview! Yoko Gold talked about the story behind his newest single Obsolete, collaborating with his brother Tory Lanez, and music being a major part of his family. He discussed his upcoming single Nothing Like Your Lips, believing in marriage, and his thou…

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#024: The Dangerous Myth That’s Stalling Your Music Career. Are You Sabotaging Your Own Music Without Realizing It? 51:51

2M ago51:51

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The Dangerous Myth That’s Stalling Your Music Career. Are You Sabotaging Your Own Music Without Realizing It? www.basskleph.com/pssBy Bass Kleph

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Big Homie Tyni talks new music, acting work, & Clap Dem Thighs "Sports and Hip-Hop with DJ Mad Max" 37:28

2M ago37:28

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Shoutout to Decatur, Georgia's own Big Homie Tyni for coming on my show for an interview! Big Homie Tyni talked about her new single Clap Dem Thighs, her new music that is on the way, and wanting to create a female Hip-Hop project. She discussed getting into acting, meeting her producer Stroud for the first time, and her deal with Warner Records. S…

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ASTN talks What A Night To Be In Love EP, Crush, & new tour on "Sports and Hip-Hop with DJ Mad Max" 46:26

2M ago46:26

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Shoutout to Los Angeles, CA's R&B artist ASTN for coming on my show for an interview! ASTN talked about his upcoming What A Night To Be In Love EP, his new What A Night To Be On Tour, and his new single Crush. He discussed his experience being signed to Warner Music, being independent, and relocating to California. He got into overcoming his creati…

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Quinton Aaron talks Lead With Love, The Blind Side, & more on "Sports and Hip-Hop with DJ Mad Max" 1:25:49

2M ago1:25:49

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Big thank you to actor and artist Quinton Aaron for coming on my show for an interview! Quinton Aaron talked about his new single Lead With Love, creating Nomadic Leo Entertainment, and the tv show that he is developing based on his life story. He discussed his audition process for The Blind Side, portraying Michael Oher, and behind the scenes stor…

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Marvin Bagley III aka MB3FIVE talks Until Next Time EP & more "Sports and Hip-Hop with DJ Mad Max" 55:45

2M ago55:45

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Big thank you to NBA Player and Hip-Hop artist Marvin Bagley III aka MB3FIVE for coming on my show for an interview! MB3FIVE discussed his new Until Next Time EP, finding himself again, and the meaning behind his song Patience II. He got into his distribution deal with IGM Records, creating his own record label 3FIVE ENTERTAINMENT, and how he wants…

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Bathe talk new single Avalon & upcoming Inside Voices album on "Sports and Hip-Hop with DJ Mad Max" 43:30

2M ago43:30

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Thank you to Brooklyn, NY's R&B duo Bathe for coming on my show for an interview! Corey Smith West and Devin Hobdy talked about their new single Avalon, meeting at the University of Pennsylvania, and Sure Shot being their first big single. Corey discussed being from Hartford, Connecticut, getting out of CT., and Devin discussed the possibility of t…

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Konshens talks Shek It, upcoming album, Vybz Kartel & Shaggy on "Sports and Hip-Hop with DJ Mad Max" 37:24

3M ago37:24

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Big thank you to Kingston, Jamaica's own dancehall artist Konshens for coming on my show for an interview! Konshens discussed his new single Shek It, the current state of dancehall in 2024, and his upcoming album that will be releasing soon. He talked about what he learned from working with Shaggy, being on Nipsey Hussle's song Succa Proof, and col…

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Journey Montana talks Where Did The Sun Go?, You, & acting work "Sports and Hip-Hop with DJ Mad Max" 40:04

3M ago40:04

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Thank you to Los Angeles, California and Harlem, New York's own R&B artist and actress Journey Montana for coming on my show for an interview! Journey discussed her new single You, her upcoming debut studio album Where Did The Sun Go?, and including her family in her music video for her song Journey. She talked about her acting work in All American…

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Jae Skeese talks Sara Lee, J.Cole, Ground Level, & Big K.R.I.T. "Sports and Hip-Hop with DJ Mad Max" 37:37

3M ago37:37

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Thank you to Buffalo, New York's own Jae Skeese for returning to my show for an interview! Jae talked about his upcoming album Ground Level releasing next Friday August 16th, his newest single Sara Lee, and meeting J. Cole. He discussed his documentary In Search Of Symmetry, working with Big K.R.I.T. & Sauce Walka on Situated, and an upcoming sneak…

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Teenear talks Never Met A Me, Rick Ross, & MTV's Siesta Key on "Sports and Hip-Hop with DJ Mad Max" 34:49

3M ago34:49

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Thank you to Miami's own R&B and Pop artist Teenear for coming on my show for an interview! Teenear discussed her new album Never Met A Me, collaborating with Rick Ross on her song Moment, and being on MTV's Siesta Key. She talked about performing the national anthem for a Miami Heat game years ago, being in Trick Daddy's Trick Loves The Kids video…

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Elijah Blake talks new album Elijah., Nas, Usher, & Rihanna on "Sports and Hip-Hop with DJ Mad Max" 1:11:27

3M ago1:11:27

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Big thank you to 2x Grammy Award winning R&B artist and songwriter Elijah Blake for coming on my show for an interview! Elijah Blake discussed his new self-titled album Elijah., reaching his highest self, being independent and charting on Apple Music. He talked about his partnership with MNRK, God waking him up from his sleep to tell him it's his t…

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Valid talks Peach Brandy, Eminem, Chino XL, DJ Head, & more on "Sports and Hip-Hop with DJ Mad Max" 1:03:25

3M ago1:03:25

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Shoutout to Detroit's own Valid for returning to my show for an interview! Valid discussed his new album Peach Brandy, going to Croatia with DJ Head, and his upcoming album release party. He talked about his story of getting to know Chino XL, Eminem's new album The Death of Slim Shady, and the current state of Detroit Hip-Hop. He got into why rock …

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Will Power 912 talks Live For You, Prototype, & Lupe Fiasco on "Sports and Hip-Hop with DJ Mad Max" 26:01

3M ago26:01

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Shoutout to Atlanta's own Will Power 912 for coming on my show for an interview! Will Power 912 discussed his upcoming single Prototype, his newest project Live For You, and working with Lupe Fiasco while making Lasers. He talked about why artists won't make it in Atlanta if they are from there, his near suicide attempt, and what freedom means to h…

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Dolo B talks Sleep For The Rich, Rod Wave, Lil Poppa, new music "Sports and Hip-Hop with DJ Mad Max" 32:04

3M ago32:04

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Shoutout to Lake Wales, Florida's own Dolo B for coming on my show for an interview! Dolo B discussed his new single Sleep For The Rich, how he got connected with Lil Poppa, and not wanting to do too many features. He talked about not trusting anyone, his mother being his biggest supporter, and being inspired by Bow Wow. He got into his upcoming si…

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nobigdyl. talks The People We Became, Tiny Desk, Obama, & more "Sports and Hip-Hop with DJ Mad Max" 32:39

4M ago32:39

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Thank you to Oakland, California and Tennessee's own nobigdyl. for coming on my show for an interview! nobigdyl. discussed his new album The People We Became, the significance of the title, and finding himself while making this album for the past five years. He talked about the lyric "you don't know Jesus until you see him in your enemy" in his son…

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Ira From Staten Island talks Aaron Rodgers, Jets Camp, & more "Sports and Hip-Hop with DJ Mad Max" 44:45

4M ago44:45

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Thank you to Ira From Staten Island for calling into my show to discuss NY Jets camp, concerns of Aaron Rodgers not taking a hit, and Haason Reddick not signing an extension. He also spoke about why Breece Hall may be on the outs when it comes time for a contract out of the other rookies and Robert Saleh having a lot to deal with when it comes to p…

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Carlos Mencia talks Vegas Residency, Mind of Mencia, & Dr. Dre "Sports and Hip-Hop with DJ Mad Max" 1:24:19

4M ago1:24:19

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Thank you to comedian and actor Carlos Mencia for coming on my show for an interview! Carlos Mencia discussed his new Stars of Comedy Las Vegas Residency on Sundays and Mondays at Harrah’s Hotel & Casino. He talked about his childhood in east Los Angeles, getting out of the streets, and starting out at the Laugh Factory. He got into Mind of Mencia …

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Burt Ward talks playing Robin in Batman TV Show & Gentle Giants "Sports and Hip-Hop with DJ Mad Max" 1:03:28

4M ago1:03:28

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Burt Ward, the original "Robin” from the Batman TV Series, and his wife Tracy, have rescued more than 15,500 dogs and hundreds of cats in the last 30 years and they created Gentle Giants Natural Non GMO Ingredients Pet Foods to help all precious pets live longer and healthier. Dogs eating Gentle Giants Natural Non GMO Ingredients Dog and Puppy Food…

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Jason Beghe talks staying on Chicago P.D. & The Strangers' Case "Sports and Hip-Hop with DJ Mad Max" 51:27

4M ago51:27

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Big thank you to the number one actor in television right now Jason Beghe for coming on my show for an interview! Jason Beghe discussed the season 11 finale of Chicago P.D., what fans can expects from Hank Voight in season 12, and making the huge announcement for the first time on my show that he wants to stay and renew his contract for Chicago P.D…

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NBG Trenchs talks new song Not Ordernairy, Jim Jones, & more "Sports and Hip-Hop with DJ Mad Max" 1:06:10

4M ago1:06:10

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Shoutout to St. Petersburg, Florida's own up and coming Hip-Hop artist NBG Trenchs for coming on my show for an interview! NBG Trenchs discussed the inspiration behind his newest song Not Ordernairy, opening up for Jim Jones, and wanting to establish longevity. He talked about the corruption in St. Petersburg, embracing Rod Wave and the local artis…

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GUG Showtime3 talks No Audience, opening for Birdman, & more on "Sports and Hip-Hop with DJ Mad Max" 27:24

4M ago27:24

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Shoutout to Broward County, Florida's own GUG Showtim3 for coming on my show for an interview! GUG Showtim3 talked about his new single No Audience, taking a break from rap, and opening up for Birdman. He discussed wanting to relocate to Texas or Atlanta, becoming a solo artist, and how he plans to follow up his debut album Dog Star. He also got in…

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Chey talks new music, Method Man, acting, fashion show, & Trina "Sports and Hip-Hop with DJ Mad Max" 27:31

4M ago27:31

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Thank you to Staten Island, NY's own Chey for coming on my show for an interview! Chey discussed collaborating with MIYAA V on Hair and Nails (Remix), her workout song that she has in the vault, and her first fashion show. She talked about working at Wendy's for her first job despite her father being Method Man, the advice her parents gave her when…

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Money B on Sit Next To Me w/Guapdad 4000 & Digital Underground "Sports and Hip-Hop with DJ Mad Max" 56:19

5M ago56:19

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Thank you to Hip-Hop legend Money B of Digital Underground for coming on my show for an interview! Money B talked about his new single Sit Next To Me featuring Guapdad 4000 dropping on June 24th on Gala Music, his autobiography releasing this year, and Shock G Forever Golden Ale. He discussed his goal of bridging the gap between the older and new g…

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Prince Mula and Loko Warbucks talk collaboration on Cutz & more "Sports and Hip-Hop with DJ Mad Max" 9:03

5M ago9:03

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San Jose, CA's Prince Mula and Queens, NY's Loko Warbucks talk collaboration on the song Cutz off of Prince Mula's Shark City Spitta: A Side, upcoming music, and meeting at St. John's University. Prince Mula and Loko Warbucks' song Cutz is available on all platforms, including Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/album/cutz-feat-loko-warbucks/16…

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Prince Mula talks new Spanish EP & Million Dollar Motives on "Sports and Hip-Hop with DJ Mad Max" 9:07

5M ago9:07

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Thank you to San Jose, California's own Prince Mula for coming out to Coney Island, Brooklyn, NY for an interview! Prince Mula talked about about his new Spanish EP that he is working on, his upcoming sequel to his debut album Cinematic Lifestyle called Million Dollar Motives, and how he can collaborate the San Jose sound with east coast boom bap. …

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Loko Warbucks on Door to the Floor, Pass the Roc, & Spark Boyz "Sports and Hip-Hop with DJ Mad Max" 9:11

5M ago9:11

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Shoutout to Lefrak City, Queens, NY's own Loko Warbucks for coming out to Coney Island for an interview! Loko talked about his newest songs Door to the Floor and Pass the Roc, how he plans to regain the momentum he had before Covid-19 happened to get his big break, and upcoming releases from his clothing line Spark Boyz Clothing. Stay tuned! Loko W…

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KendyX talks Planet X, 2023 hiatus from music, & mental health "Sports and Hip-Hop with DJ Mad Max" 19:20

5M ago19:20

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Thank you to Chicago, IL and Long Beach, CA's own R&B singer KendyX for coming on my show for an interview! KendyX discussed her new single Planet X, why she took a hiatus from music in 2023, and returning to music with a refined approach to her artistry. She talked about growing up in Chicago, moving to Long Beach, and wanting to add elements of h…

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Ira From Staten Island talks Aaron Rodgers absence at Jets camp "Sports and Hip-Hop with DJ Mad Max" 26:28

5M ago26:28

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Thank you to Ira From Staten Island for calling into my show to discuss the absence of Aaron Rodgers at New York Jets minicamp, Haason Reddick not being at Jets camp, and the biggest issue with this team being the coaching staff. He also talked about his concerns with Robert Saleh as the head coach, the team having a loaded roster, and his expectat…

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Deem Spencer talks All These Crying Birds EP, Pony, & adultSW!M "Sports and Hip-Hop with DJ Mad Max" 30:37

5M ago30:37

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Shoutout to Jamiaca, Queens, NY's own Deem Spencer for coming on my show for an interview! Deem Spencer reflected on where he is currently in his career with his upcoming birthday this week. He talked about his new All These Crying Birds EP releasing on June 14th, the meaning behind the title, and where the idea came together for his song Pony. He …

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Marc Gordon talks Levert, Heavy D & Freddy vs. Jason soundtrack "Sports and Hip-Hop with DJ Mad Max" 1:08:58

5M ago1:08:58

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Thank you to the legendary R&B singer and producer Marc Gordon of Levert for coming on my show for an interview! Marc discussed how Levert formed, signing a 7 album deal with Atlantic Records, and getting turned down by everyone early on. He talked about working with Heavy D on Just Coolin', merging Hip-Hop and R&B, and the industry not being talen…

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Osbe Chill talks signing to BSF, Floatin w/Kanye West, & more on "Sports and Hip-Hop with DJ Mad Max" 44:41

6M ago44:41

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Thank you to Los Angeles, CA's own Osbe Chill for returning to my show for an interview! Osbe Chill discussed signing to BSF Records, connecting with Benny the Butcher for the first time, and learning from his experience with Interscope Records. He talked about his dreams of pursuing acting, watching Training Day being filmed in the jungles of L.A.…

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