Category: Interviews

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Interview: Al Koleon on his XM Radio single “Still Blazing”, Cloud Surfing Documentary and more.

Willie Beamon

One thing I've truly enjoyed through my time running 1DF is watching the progression of an artist. It influences me more than most would think to personally watch a musician attain heights they've long aspired to reach. One such artist that has made great progress since my time initially covering him is Al Koleon. Our… Continue reading Interview: Al Koleon on his XM Radio single “Still Blazing”, Cloud Surfing Documentary and more.

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First Day Feature: K-Viv talks “Nan Nother Love Song”, upbringing and more

Willie Beamon

In the culture of music and entertainment it certainly helps to be as diverse with your skill set as possible. As seen in examples like Will Smith or Jamie Foxx, when you have the rare blend of marketable components your legacy solidifies in a more indisputable manner. Kendrick Vivians of Moss Point, MS is certainly… Continue reading First Day Feature: K-Viv talks “Nan Nother Love Song”, upbringing and more

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Interview: Mac Corleone discusses “I Deserve To Be Here”, battle with illness, the state of rap in Mississippi & more

Willie Beamon

When all else fails and the odds are stacked against you is the time when you tend to find out the most about yourself. It's in these tough times that you have to make a decision on what will define your character. Some succumb to the challenges life can place in front of you while… Continue reading Interview: Mac Corleone discusses “I Deserve To Be Here”, battle with illness, the state of rap in Mississippi & more

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Interview: Black Theory on “The Balance of Fire & Water” EP, Touring w/ Famsquad & Sir Michael Rocks & More

Willie Beamon

When two things come together in perfect synergy the results can be overwhelmingly good. One prime example is the soundscape that has been created by San Antonio hip-hop duo Black Theory. Together, the Texas tandem has carved a niche for their broad spectrum of sound and unconventional rhyme patterns. Their careers look to be on… Continue reading Interview: Black Theory on “The Balance of Fire & Water” EP, Touring w/ Famsquad & Sir Michael Rocks & More

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Interview: Kiza Sosay previews the “Ice Water” EP

Willie Beamon

As spring comes to an end only one thing can follow and that's the blistering temperatures summer brings. Don't take that the wrong way though, summer has always been a force of motivation when it comes to the genre of Hip-Hop we know and love so much. For the last 20 years artists like Jay-Z,… Continue reading Interview: Kiza Sosay previews the “Ice Water” EP

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Interview: D. Horton shows growth as an artist and man on “The Sessions 2”

Willie Beamon

Coming from Mississippi I am well aware of all the talent that resides in this state. More recently names like Rae Sremmurd, David Banner or Big K.R.I.T. ring bells but a look into the history book clearly displays the array of impactful musicians. Everyone from B.B. King, Brittany Spears, David Ruffin, Brandy, and Elvis Presley trace… Continue reading Interview: D. Horton shows growth as an artist and man on “The Sessions 2”