BNB FRIEND OF THE WEEK - MIZ KORONA

MIZ KORONA

1. First off, tell us who you are, who you be, what you do...

I am Miz Korona a dope emcee born and raised in Detroit Mi. I'm a Virgo and my eyes are brown. Wait this ain't no dating game LOL

2. What started your music career?

My love for music started at a young age. My birth father used to sing in a group called the Floaters (Float On) so I guess I inherited most of my talent from him but I credit my mom for starting my career as a emcee. She bought me my 1st hip hop records when I was 10yrs old and my life changed from that day forth.

3. What inspires you to do what you do?

The creator, My Family,Love, Hate,Life Experiences and music itself inspires me. Also the people around me I witnessed the growth of Detroit's biggest artist from a front row view at the Hip Hop Shop and The Shelter. I had the honor and privilege of knowing 1 of if not THE illest dudes on the beats (and rhymes) J Dilla (RIP) and the illest dude on the battle scene Big Proof (RIP) who took me under his wings now if that ain't inspiration I shouldn't be doing this

4. Tell us one secret, one truth, and one lie..

1 secret huh? Let me see. Ok I have a secret crush on Beyonce, I am the Truth and the world will recognize that very soon! I don't lie (and that's no lie)

5. If you could listen to one album for the rest of your life, what would it be and why?

Wow that's a really great question seeing as though I have a wide range of listening pleasure. I'm gonna say Slum Village's Fantastic Vol 2. Cause the vibe of the beats and rhymes are just refreshing. Also I would need something to keep me upbeat and sane and that album never seems to get old to me

6. If you would win 10 million dollars, what would you do or buy?

I would buy my own label and sign artists based on their love for music,talent,drive and will to win. I would also start a charity to help minority children travel abroad to experience different ways of learning living. Oh and I would buy a shit load of sneakers LOL

7. If you were not doing music, what would you be doing?

LOL funny you should ask that. I would probably be a dentist or a stripper lmao (J/K)

8. To BLING or not to BLING?

That is the question

9. What artists have you had the pleasure and honor working with? and who would you LIKE to work with?

As you may know I had the ultimate pleasure of working with Eminem and Xzibit in the 8 mile movie but I would love to do music with both of those dudes 1 day soon. I've worked with Invincible,Guilty Simpson,Big Proof (RIP),Obie Trice,Marv Won and damn near ever artist in Michigan!

I really wanna work with whoever's dope out there it's so many great artist it would take months to name em all. But to name a few Bahamadia, T.I.,Brandy,Jean Grae,Nas + more.

10. Any additional info, upcoming shows, projects, etc..

After all these years of hard work and patiently waiting for my turn I'll be (Independently) dropping my album "The Injection" on June 15th. The 1st release party is gonna be held at this dope spot called MOCAD (Downtown Detroit). I've been leaking a lot of previously unreleased material leading up to the launch of the album on whutupdoe.com and I also have another project called Dope Muzik up for free download @ mizkorona.bandcamp.com so I hope people will go check me out and cop The Injection when it drops June 15th. Thanks Peace

Oh damn I almost forgot follow me on twitter twitter.com/mizkorona or @mizkorona. 

BNB FRIEND OF THE WEEK - DJ ORATOR

First off, tell us who you are, who you be, what you do...

Im Dj Orator. Iv been active in the LA Hiphop Scene over 10 Years. Worked for Sway & Tech of the wake up show for 5 years and Djed and Produced Divine Forces Radio on KPFK 90.7 for 8 years.

What started your music career?

Met Sway, Tech and Carmelita at a video shoot and they decided to put me on.

What inspires you to do what you do?
 

Great Music, Great fans And Hiphop culture is what keeps me going.

Tell us one secret, one truth, and one lie.

One secret "Im really into fashion" I watch runway fashion shows all the time.
One Truth "Kinda board with the lack of talent in the Dj and club scene" (When did being popular become more importent then skillz?)
One lie "I'm really a superhero in disguise"
 

If you could listen to one album for the rest of your life, what would it be and why?

Thats a hard one. I would make my self a mixtape and use that. Lol!! I would out tons of stuff produced by Quincy Jones on it. Quincy Jones is the greatist producer of all times!!

If you would win 10 million dollars, what would you do or buy?

I would build huge house on a beautiful island and move my Grandmother and Mother into it.

If you were not doing music, what would you be doing?

Sitting in jail or working a 9 to 5


To BLING or not to BLING?
 

BLING!!! All day!! Why not. African Kings and Queens did it.
 

What artists have you had the pleasure and honor working with? and who would you LIKE to work with?

Worked with lots of artist one way or another. You name it in hiphop and iv brobably done somthing. I'd love to work with Jazzy Jeff.
 

Any additional info, upcoming shows, projects, etc...

More radio things in the works, and I am now a member of "KPL" with DJ Kiilu Grand check out www.kpltv.net for more info. You can also catch me djing trendy Beverly Hills and Hollywood Partys every week. Peep the Twitter lol!

BNB FRIEND OF THE WEEK - Jomac Enroe

 JOMAC ENROE

1. First off, tell us who you are, who you be, what you do...

Jomac. A Drafter/Computer Aided Designer or CAD Operator by trade.  Plus, a everyday dude who just so happen to have a high appreciation for music to the point he'll often create his own. 

2. What started your music career?

Always been a music fan since the early 80's.  The likes of: LL Cool J, Kool Moe Dee, Doug E Fresh, and Slick Rick all pulled my attention to the culture. Plus, I was always listening in to my older cousin Aychell (now Blackberry Jones)make beats and write rhymes since we were little.  Practically all my life I grew up around the same 1st cousin with him being like my big brother.  Honestly, I would always try to write rhymes or rhyme since I can recall...but I just got started making beats only a few years ago.  I was living on 16th St. North West DC where the same older cousin soon moved in and turned the whole living room into a Studio. We was the loudest unit in the whole building too. When he'll leave out, I'll play on the ASR-X and other equipment he'll have around.  Ha, it got to the point he kicked me off his equipment and directed me to some 'Starter' equipment of my own.  Been making my own eversince then.     

3. What inspires you to do what you do?

Both the presence of good music and the lack of it inspires me.  Reason being:  Good music makes you want to hear more...so you create.  The lack of good sounds, does the same, makes you want to create what you want to hear.

4. Tell us one secret, one truth, and one lie..

I love hearing different patterns anbd sounds normally not used. - Truth.

I'm a seasoned Pioneer who been making music for a real long time. - Lie

5 If you could listen to one album for the rest of your life, what would it be and why?

From Artz Unknown by Kankick.  When I first heard it, outside of ATCQ, that was a full music experience w/ authentic beats and honest rhymes.

6. If you would win 10 million dollars, what would you do or buy?

I'd buy every family member a home and put some away for my kids and my little cousins to go to school OR use it towards building on their crafts or trades. 

7. If you were not doing music, what would you be doing?

I'd still be getting up at 3:00am, Commuting 2 hours to go to work everyday to make ends meat.

8. To BLING or not to BLING?

Ha, I'd Bling only within.  Outside, I'll have to keep it regular.

9. What artists have you had the pleasure and honor working with? and who would you LIKE to work with?

I worked with: Arablak, Hijrah, Dex RiffRaff McGriff, Jonwayne, Re:source, Mumz Medina, Slum Pritt, ELOHSEE, Humble Just, and possibly Eagle Nebula and Omun (of the Remainz Crew). Would like to work with anybody who is honest to thier message or craft. 

10. Any additional info, upcoming shows, projects, etc...

Right now having a few beats mastered just in case, but still keepin within the dirty sound.   Other than that, it's work, music, and whatever project may come up.  Oh, Ha...can't forget a possible Eartha Kitt project with BlacknBling. 

Keepinitgoin by JomacEnroe

BNB FRIEND OF THE WEEK - Cook Classics

 

COOK CLASSICS

1. First off, tell us who you are, who you be, what you do...

I am Cook Classics, I am extraordinary, and I write and produce music.

2. What started your music career?

Virtual Drummer - the most basic program you can think of.  I recorded my first beat ever in that during college about six or seven years ago.  That was the beginning of my obsession with making music.  I grew up in a creative family and my mom is also a singer, so I've always been inclined to create and work for myself.

3. What inspires you to do what you do?

Money...and sometimes good music.  But mostly the thought of huge stacks of money.  Like the kind you can fill a vault with and swim through like the old guy from Duck Tales.

4. Tell us one secret, one truth, and one lie..

I can't read, I'm daringly hansom, and one day I hope to walk on the moon.

5 If you could listen to one album for the rest of your life, what would it be and why?

Michael Jackson - Thriller, because it's awesome.

6. If you would win 10 million dollars, what would you do or buy?

I'd buy a house that runs off solar energy with a studio, I'd buy a boat, I'd give my family a million bucks, and then I'd get on a plane and travel for 6 months.

7. If you were not doing music, what would you be doing?

I wouldn't mind being a pirate.  I always thought I had a knack for looting and plundering.

8. To BLING or not to BLING?

Duh, to BLING!

9. What artists have you had the pleasure and honor working with? and who would you LIKE to work with?

I've had the pleasure of working with Outasight, Pac Div, Shawn Jackson, UNI, Aloe Blacc, Diamond D, Sean Price, Freddie Gibbs, Avriel Epps, Miguel, Buff 1, Tunji, and a whole lot more.  I would like to work with Justin Timberlake, Andre 3000, Cee Lo, J Cole, Miike Snow, Little Dragon, B.O.B....the list goes on and is very eclectic.

10. Any additional info, upcoming shows, projects, etc...

I'm producing a big portion of the debut album from Outasight on Asylum/Warner.  That should be out this summer.  We have an EP coming out in March I believe via iTunes too.  I'm also working with Shawn Jackson, Freddie Gibbs, Avriel Epps, and Co$$ on their respective albums.  Finally, I have a project dropping in late April or early May called "Recharged" with all my production and featuring Pac Div, Sean Price, Outasight, Freddie Gibbs, Miguel and many more!  Tweet me at twitter.com/cookclassics

BNB FRIEND OF THE WEEK - Pr1me

PR1ME

1. First off, tell us who you are, who you be, what you do...I'm Pr1me leader Of The AudioBots, Entertainer, Actor, producer. All of thee above @ your service.

2. What started your music career?

The day I heard the Shizznit Beat On Snoop doggy Doggs Doggy style Album. I was Hooked. And I been rhyming ever Since.

3. What inspires you to do what you do? 

My community Inspires Me. I want some better music to Listen too and I feel its my Job to Keep true Hip Hop from my Generation Relavent.

4. Tell us one secret, one truth, and one lie..

1 secret I whatch Porn, one Truth I Love woman, 1 Lie I'm 6'8"

5 If you could listen to one album for the rest of your life, what would it be and why? 

The Above the Rim SoundTrack! Because I can't live with out that CD. It has so Many Styles of music. And Its the Best structured Soundtrack Top to Bottom. That's CD Is the Album Of all albums.

6. If you would win 10 million dollars, what would you do or buy? 

Id Buy my momma A house. My nieces A trustfund until they turn 21, A studio, Get my clothing Line off the ground. And a Non profit Wreck Center for after school programs.

7. If you were not doing music, what would you be doing?
I would Be Dead! Naww LOL Id probobly be Drawing. That was my first Passion. I'm an artist in every since of the word.

8. To BLING or not to BLING?

To Bling! Of Course. If your not Shineing Ur Not fit to Live

9. What artists have you had the pleasure and honor working with? and who would you LIKE to work with?

I've had the Pleasure of working with Snoop Dogg, Nate Dogg, Bishop Lamont, Xzibit,Roc C, FrankNitt, Bad Azz, Dazz, Kurrupt, RBX, Dj Warrior, Guilty Simpson, Butch Cassidy Etc.
So many I would Like to work with  Eminen, Jay-z, Kanye, Rakim, The Roots, Pharrell & Chad Hugo, The Clipse, Timbaland, Kenna, 50 cent, Robin Thick, Lil Wayne,Drake, Fashawn, Mary J, Mariah, The Dream, and Jamie FOXX.

10. Any additional info, upcoming shows, projects, etc...

Thanks again for Reading my Interview. I hope it helpd you understand me a Little batter. I have a Project Titled OPTIMUS that I'm working on. Art work done By Rich Owner of Creative Recreation. Which I'm really excited about. And I hope you Enjoy it. Slated to Come out soon. And also the BLUES BROTHERZ Album with me and my Partner Butch Cassidy. Its Gonna be amazing. So keep your eyes Open. U can Miss me.

Hit up the Twitter I'm always on there @PR1ME1
Or Listen to my music on Myspace www.myspace.com/pr1me.

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Thank you KyLA, and thank you BlackNBling for this Interview.

PR1ME www.twitter.com/pr1me1

BNB FRIEND OF THE WEEK - Dae One

 

DAE ONE

1. First off, tell us who you are, who you be, what you do... 

Well my name is Dae One and im A Producer That also rhymes

2. What started your music career?  

I would say growing up loving music and my mother buying me a beat machine

3. What inspires you to do what you do? 

I get good ideas by listing to GREAT music. I feel like music is a great way to connect with the world also.

4. Tell us one secret, one truth, and one lie.. 

Truth: I have never broke a bone in my body. 

Lie:  Me Halle Berry And Mega Fox have threesomes Once a week LOL

5. If you could listen to one album for the rest of your life, what would it be and why? 

Wow thats a hard one....Ummm but one album i would say Michael Jackson's Thriller. Why because i feel its a perfect blend different genres of music and also of an artist Evolving into his own space i love that 

6. If you would win 10 million dollars, what would you do or buy? 

1st get my Mom the most beautiful house i have ever seen. I would invest in my craft buying equipment. Open up a business or two also

7. If you were not doing music, what would you be doing? 

I would either be a Cook or a handyman im good at both!

8. To BLING or not to BLING? 

To BLING of course!!! gotta keep the haters mad feel me!

9. What artists have you had the pleasure and honor working with? and who would you LIKE to work with? 

I have worked with alot of artist from Snoop Dogg, Lil Flip, Devin The Dude, i would love to do a record on Outkast and also do a joint with Dwele

10. Any additional info, upcoming shows, projects, etc... 

Yeah i have a instrumental album out called REVENGE OF THE SYNTH get that also check out my mixtape at my site www.noone.bandcamp.com My NO ONE ALBUM CALLED THE SUBSTANCE COMING SOON

exclusive track by Dae One + Noni Spitz aka "NO ONE"

"THE CUT" (Sex Lullaby)

Download Link http://limelinx.com/files/ca55ced19247494adfd16b3dada7bf46

BNB FRIEND OF THE WEEK - TiRon

TiRon

1. First off, tell us who you are, who you be, what you do...

 I'm TiRon, I write, I rhyme.

2. What started your music career?

Just being in love with music and knowing that this is what I wanted to do with my life, whether I was rich or poor.  But I've been known to be a hopeless romantic.

3. What inspires you to do what you do?

Music itself inspires me.  Aside from other artists and genres just the concept of music inspires me, being able to melodically convey a message.  That's crazy.

4. Tell us one secret, one truth, and one lie..

I had a curl.  I can't stand maggots.  I love the police.

5. If you could listen to one album for the rest of your life, what would it be and why?

Damn...if I could or if I had to?  There are way too many, but one of my favorites albums is Stevie Wonder "Innervisions".

6. If you would win 10 million dollars, what would you do or buy?

Dope crib, dope studio.

7. If you were not doing music, what would you be doing?

Probably studying to be a teacher.

8. To BLING or not to BLING?

To bling, fuck these niggas...let em hate!

9. What artists have you had the pleasure and honor working with? and who would you LIKE to work with?

Had the honor of working with Blu, Miguel, Pac Div, Buff1, Ayomari.  I'd like to work with those same people plus a few more like MF DOOM, D'Angelo, Pharrell,  Bilal, Raphael Saadiq, Madlib & Quasi...theres a lot.

10. Any additional info, upcoming shows, projects, etc...

"Mustard" which is the follow up to my first project "Ketchup" drops early March.  "For Your Smile" prod by DJ Dahi is floating around right now and that's the first single.  Download Ayomari's project titled The PB&J Solution which is available over at www.thecafeterialine.com  And follow me on Twitter, twitter.com/imtiron

BNB FRIEND OF THE WEEK - Joe Scudda

1. First off, tell us who you are, who you be, what you do...

My name is none other than Joe Scudda....one badass muthafucker!! Im a fixture at local dive bars, a lover of beer & I do this rap thing too hahaha

2. What started your music career?

Meeting 9th Wonder and then him introducing me to the rest of the Justus League let me see that doing the music thing was a realistic goal. Then when Littile Brother put me on the "Lovin It" record that really kicked it off and opened up the door for me.

3. What inspires you to do what you do?

Everyday life ...the fun and the struggles from it. The guy that works 55 hrs a week to feed his family inspires me! The guy in the bar having more fun than everybody and doesnt care what people think inspires me. My friends and family are a big inspiration to me also. I could write a whole albim or movie based all off my brothers!! They are buck!! Im a real down to earth blue collar type guy and thats what im drawn to write about.

4. Tell us one secret, one truth, and one lie..

Im still in love with Julia Roberts! Im notorious for driving with no license & no insurance. I hate the taste of whiskey.

5 If you could listen to one album for the rest of your life, what would it be and why?

6. If you would win 10 million dollars, what would you do or buy?

Put away 1 million dollars and blow the rest on beer, sneakers and strippers!!!

7. If you were not doing music, what would you be doing?

Probably something that turned me into a ragging alcoholic! Hahahaaaaa I would like to own my own bar one day though. Not a uppity club but a cool little local bar....some cheers shit!!

8. To BLING or not to BLING?

Not to bling.....i gives a fuck about jewlery. I dig watches but thats bout it.

9. What artists have you had the pleasure and honor working with? and who would you LIKE to work with?

Other than people outside my camp ive worked with Murs, Evidence, Alchemist, Statik Selektah, Boot Camp Clik, Don Cannon, Nottz, Diz Gibran, Skyzoo,

My 4 people i would kill to work with is Ice Cube, Scarface, Pharrell or 3 Stacks!!! (Andre 3000 best rapper EVER!)

10. Any additional info, upcoming shows, projects, etc...

Just buckling down to finish my solo album and the project im doing with Statik Selektah!! So ill be putting a mixtape out soon to hold everybody over till those drop!!

BNB FRIEND OF THE WEEK - Marvwon

MARVWON

. First off, tell us who you are, who you be, what you do...


Hey...hows it going??? My name is...The Incredible Marvin Wonderful of the World Famous Fat Killahz...but...you can just call me Marv Won for short. And...im a Master of Ceremonies.


2. What started your music career?


Actually,my cousin Chuck was very instrumental in my rapping. He put me on all the classics when i was growing up...so...it just kinda stuck with me. Plus...i couldnt hoop. FML



3. What inspires you to do what you do?


Poverty...and wanting to get out of it.


4. Tell us one secret, one truth, and one lie..


In no particular order...i can fly,i hate flying,and i have flown.


5 If you could listen to one album for the rest of your life, what would it be and why?


Hmmm....would have to be Slum Village's "Fantastic" Vol 1.
Thats a prety good fuking album.


6. If you would win 10 million dollars, what would you do or buy?


I would buy the state of Montana and build a huge theme park just for my friends and i.
Would you come???


7. If you were not doing music, what would you be doing?


I would be a middle school English teacher. Surprised???


8. To BLING or not to BLING?


Im a rapper...you HAVE to BLING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!


9. What artists have you had the pleasure and honor working with? and who would you LIKE to work with?


The only artist i didnt get a chance to work with that i REALLY wanted to work with was Dilla. Eveybody else pales in comparison


10. Any additional info, upcoming shows, projects, etc...


I got a couple things in the works...make sure yall stay tuned to BNB for the exclusive hot ish!!!!
Bye kyLA!!!
PS-We gotta go hat shopping!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

BNB FRIEND OF THE WEEK - Oddisee

ODDISEE

1. First off, tell us who you are, who you be, what you do...

I'm Oddisee, real name Amir Abdelmonem Abdelwahob Elkhalifa Mohamed. Sudanese/American producer from Washington DC. I make beats for your favorite artist and bring forth groups like the Diamond District.

2. What started your music career?

Learning how beats were made by sampling records from my homie Sean Born. He taught me how to make beats and I've been addicted ever since.


3. What inspires you to do what you do?

I make music for a living so I can live to make music. The inspiration it gives me is unsurpassed by nothing. A beat inspires me to rhyme, a rhyme inspires to me to make a beat.


4. Tell us one secret, one truth, and one lie..

Secret: I hate most underground Hip Hop.
Truth: I make an actual good living from Hip Hop.
Lie: I eat pork

5 If you could listen to one album for the rest of your life, what would it be and why?

Marvin Gaye "What's going on" because that album was made in the 1970's and it still knows what's going on and will continue to do so.

6. If you would win 10 million dollars, what would you do or buy?

Lot's of stock and make 10 fafillion. Now what what would I buy with 10 fafillion is the real question black and bling.

7. If you were not doing music, what would you be doing?

I'd be an Arabic interpreter for the US government and make real money.

8. To BLING or not to BLING?

not to bling, no jewelry for me. However I do love to bling with y career.

9. What artists have you had the pleasure and honor working with? and who would you LIKE to work with?

I've worked with many artist that I grew up listening to, but working with Freeway is high up on the list. Reason is because his rhyme style influenced mine so it was an honor to see how he puts it together.


10. Any additional info, upcoming shows, projects, etc...

Diamond District's album "In The Ruff" October 27th on CD, Vinyl & Digital. twitter.com/oddisee Peace!

BNB FRIEND OF THE WEEK - Boog Brown

BOOG BROWN

1. First off, tell us who you are, who you be, what you do...
I am Boog Brown, lyricist, lover, fighter, rebel, dreamer, fly girl extraordinaire!

2. What started your music career?

Freestyle'n with the Neva Empty Crew in my college apartment in Ypsilanti MI and a strong attachment to the way good music makes me feel.

3. What inspires you to do what you do?

Real life shit keeps me inspired. From the homeless man who scolded me for cutting my hair outside the barbershop, to bein a heartbreaker and bein heartbroken, all of life.

4. Tell us one secret, one truth, and one lie..

Secret: If I wasn't doing music, I'd be a ballroom dancer.
Truth: I still don't know how to gracefully accept a compliment.
Lie: I never Lie...

5 If you could listen to one album for the rest of your life, what would it be and why?

The Golden Hour by 14KT is what comes to mind at the moment. Its so full of so many emotions and moods and moments in time and space. Its honest music. It challenges me to feel even when I don't want to.

6. If you would win 10 million dollars, what would you do or buy?

I'd probably still be doing what I love, making music except my dad would be better off financially and I would be in a dope lil spot right off the ocean with great light, a big garden and a home studio...and a lil herb the burn.

7. If you were not doing music, what would you be doing?

Somewhere in a miserable job working towards some other person's goals.

8. To BLING or not to BLING?

Get Rich!!!!!!!!!!

9. What artists have you had the pleasure and honor working with? and who would you LIKE to work with?

Ive worked with tons of artist, like Stahhr, Adrift da Belle, Invincible, Clan Destined, Aarophat, to name a few and producers like Illastrate, Marvwon, Houseshoes, Taraach, Lex Boogie and Magestik Legend. Id love to work with Badu, Nas, Black Spade and Madlib at the moment..

10. Any additional info, upcoming shows, projects, etc...

I have a coupla shows in the works for the upcoming week, one with the Iglootoo Alstars at Cenci on the 27 of July in Atlanta- to some tentative dates in Florida and Detroit. Miss Black America is the mixtape and it should be out very, very soon. Currently writing the album titled Dope Girl Magic.


Thanks for having me:)



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BNB FRIEND OF THE WEEK! - DJ Ice

DJ ICE

1. First off, tell us who you are, who you be, what you do...

My name is DJ ICE, Official DJ for Hip Hop Pioneer Chief Rocker Busy Bee, Hip Hop Aficionado, Seventh Letter Crew Dj/representative, Survival Specialist and owner of Wilshire District music. I Manage talent & booking shows for independent artists.

2. What started your music career?

This is a long answer cause there are various aspects of how I got started. My father owns a barbershop and as youngster he always played the funk in the shop ev'thing from Johnny Guitar Watson, Commodores, Confunction, Stevie etc. Pops also took me to my first concert The Commodores before Lionel left and went solo. I was a regular on morning radio show Q104 in KC around 83' when I was in 5th grade. I first began collecting records that the P.D.of the station would give to me. Mom's worked in radio/tv and I was able to see many shows, one significant RUN DMC / Whodini concert in 85 after watching JMJ and Grandmaster Dee and also saw Doug E Fresh with Chill Will and Barry B rock it live on stage and knew I wanted and could do that. Shortly there after in high school, I met JOC MAX dj/hip hop producer whom I was a student of the art and culture of DJing and Hip Hop. I moved to Cali in 88' after graduating in 91' I began an internship at MCA Records and my first big break working records like Heavy D "Peaceful Journey", Eric B & Rakim "Don't Sweat the Technique", Young Black Teenagers, Brothahood Creed, Soundtracks for JUICE, House Party 2, Strictly Business, CB4 and many others for Brute Bailey head of Rap Promotions and the rest is history.

3. What inspires you to do what you do?

My faith in Jesus Christ, to inspire and move others to believe in themselves and never give up. The artists that I'm honored to work with, and the preservation of the culture of Hip Hop. lastly the Funk, live for the Funk of it.

4. Tell us one secret, one truth, and one lie..

I did the wop on the Arsenio Hall show w/Arsenio, my original dj name was DJ White Ice named after George Gervin the ICEMAN, I was bagger of the year for Ralphs Grocery stores!

5 If you could listen to one album for the rest of your life, what would it be and why?

RUN DMC - self titled first album. Because I never get tired of it, it was the first album that made me want to do what I'm doing today in Hip Hop.

6. If you would win 10 million dollars, what would you do or buy?

I would give to schools and school programs throughout the world. I help others in scholarship program achieving and reaching for their life goals. Buy moms a home, even though she already owns her home. Take care of family and friends. Take care of those that have taken care of me along the way. oh also open a Hip Hop Museum preserving the culture of Hip Hop, giving credit to the pioneers who paved the way.

7. If you were not doing music, what would you be doing?

Sales & Marketing.

8. To BLING or not to BLING?

Bling cause its a BLACKNBLING thang ya dig!

9. What artist have you had the pleasure and honor working with? and who would you LIKE to work with?

There are 4 legends, Chief Rocker Busy Bee Hip Hop's first solo MC, The back bone of the microphone. JOC MAX my mentor and friend, Medusa, L.A. Queen of Mc's, lastly the legendary lethal lyricists Percee P. I have been their Dj for many years and shows. I would like to work with Reggie B who brings that future funk sound. google Reggie B.
10. Any additional info, upcoming shows, projects, etc...\
Wilshire District just dropped its debut release MIRACLE MILE Vol. 1 with new music from Medusa, Wildchild, Ariano, LMNO, Akil the MC of J5, Kool Keith, Blame One, John Robinson, Dj Lord Ron, Brothaz Bent, Cadalack Ron and Many more. Its available online everywhere and retail. Wilshire District is launching its own jewellry accessory line with designer Greg "P'Nut" Galinsky and Tattooed Steel. Every Friday I'm a resident Dj at Urban Underground LA. and be on the look out for 2 new releases on Wilshire District from INnate Sounds' Deep Thinkers shout to Bro. Mo and Lenny D Stroy and a new E.P. from Chief Rocker Busy Bee.



DJ ICE

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Wilshire District: Miracle Mile Vol. 1
available NOW on ITUNES

BNB Friend Of The Week! - Magestik Legend

1. First off, tell us who you are, who you be, what you do...

I am Magestik Legend. I'm a Mc/Producer/Songwriter/Performer/Engineer/Independent Hustler/Survivor..etc

2. What started your music career?

Haha! Funny Story...but don't laugh! The household I grew up in was pretty sheltered as far as music goes. I had to sneak in the "Explicit Hip Hop". My parents didn't understand that all rap music wasnt about killing and having drug infested orgies. Keep in mind, I'm an 80 baby so..when I was young there was this crew who was about the same age as me called...Kriss Kross. Kriss Kross became my example to them that Hip Hop was "ok". Kriss Kross was about my age. They were successful. Positive. And they weren't really cursing at the time. I never wanted to actually be a rapper, at the time all I did was write poetry and draw. I just wanted them to understand where I was coming from. So, short story shorter...One day I found out that Kriss Kross wasnt even writing their own lyrics. This PISSED me OFF to the point where I actually wrote a couple battle raps against them. I planned on sneaking back stage at their show at Joe Louis Arena and battling them. That didn't happen...but my career did. Go. Figure. "Kriss Kross will make ya....." lol

3. What inspires you to do what you do?

I feel blessed to have the talent I have. I've seen a lot of people leave this earth before they got to share they're talent with the world. I feel the fact that I am blessed with this talent and STILL alive gives me a responsibility to do all I can do to share it. Worst come to best, maybe I can be an inspiration.

4. Tell us one secret, one truth, and one lie..

SECRET: I'm single.

TRUTH: I'm a father.

LIE: I never lie.

5 If you could listen to one album for the rest of your life, what would it be and why?

This may be the hardest question I've ever been asked. I really have no idea. I love A LOT of music. Marvin Gaye's greatest hits maybe...

6. If you would win 10 million dollars, what would you do or buy?

I would pay a genius to create a perfect budget where I could donate, invest, spend money now....and still be Rich enough to give my kid a great future foundation and never have to work again. EVER!

7. If you were not doing music, what would you be doing?

I would probably either be playing NFL Football or teaching. I still want to be a teacher.

8. To BLING or not to BLING?

Nothing wrong with rewarding your hard work with a little splurge. My Bling would be a Black 1987 Jaguar in perfect condition. BlackNBling! lol

9. What artist have you had the pleasure and honor working with? and who would you LIKE to work with?

I've had the pleasure of working with my producer Astronote, my former crew Subterraneous, Audible Doctor, Capital D, Elzhi, Black Milk, Tiffany Paige, Rhettmatic, Buff 1, 14kt, Snowman Jack, Finale, Fyza, Kashia Bleu', Apollo Brown, Nick Speed, ZO!, Choklate, JU-ICE, Invincible, IMAKEMADBEATS, Mphazes and more...A LOT of dope cats. As far as who I wanna work with...most of my Dream Collabs are with artist that are no longer with us. So my mind is open to where my music takes me.

10. Any additional info, upcoming shows, projects, etc...
Yes. Im preforming in PHX/LA/Colorodo/DEMF/Canada/Overseas etc soon. The best way to keep in touch with where Im at and what is goin on with me is www.MaGestiKLeGenD.com or myspace.com/magestiklegend. Also, I have an EP and LP on the way amongst other projects. StayConnected!!!
Other than that..I wanna say thanks to BlackNBling for holding me down! GET RICH!!!

BNB Friend Of The Week! - Danny Brown

DANNY BROWN aka DANNY THE HYBRID

1. First off, tell us who you are, who you be, what you do...

im danny brown i be the hybrid and i try as much as possible not to be wack


2. What started your music career?

ummm...prolly the 1st time i heard LL Cool J i knew then.....then wu tang made me drop outta school


3. What inspires you to do what you do?

nas qb chain...ghostface wallabees,..prodigy red hennessy jersey...and camron's pink run


4. Tell us one secret, one truth, and one lie..


i write my rhymes 4 bars at a time....i never learned how to rap....u can rap better than me


5. If you could listen to one album for the rest of your life, what would it be and why?

LOVE Forever Changes.....cause i will have damn near every genre of music in 1 album


6. If you would win 10 million dollars, what would you do or buy?

i would prolly look out for my peoples and shit......and wait to die...buy some video games and shit some jeans some chronic...i will be good


7. If you were not doing music, what would you be doing?

prolly play video games all day....and smoke weed like im being paid to do so


8. To BLING or not to BLING?

im in the middle on it....depends on the fashion really...its just an accessorie...but im more leaning towards no to...but Dilla said Make Em NV


9. What artist have you had the pleasure and honor working with? and who would you LIKE to work with?

ummm...worked with pretty much the whole home team...phat kat,T3, Elzhi, Nametag, Marv Won, Nick Speed, Houseshoes, 14KT, Buff1, Haircut,Guilty SImpson,Trick Trick, Black Milk


10. Any additional info, upcoming shows, projects, etc...

The Hybrid coming soon....ask Hex Murda

What Up Doe?? - Danny Brown

Friend OF The Week.

ASPECT 1

1. First off, tell us who you are, who you be, what you do...

hello blacknbling..my name is Aspect 1..im an mc/producer from los angeles via new york..i rep Project Blowed ...2000 Now..and Pusher Price..i rhyme..also produce....i also promote and host other hip hop oriented events thru out the city of los angeles..

2. What started your music career?

mainly my dad djaying when i was younger.. by him collecting records and giving me the love of and for music..the natural evolution of my love for it really came naturally after that..as far as professionally...that just was path God guided me to follow..i cant really place a finger on the defining moment...maybe when i felt i was good enough to do so?.....

3. What inspires you to do what you do?

what inspires me is honestly...waking up..being able to be free ...alive...driven..and focused..seeing people with less then me...because im blessed...also seeing those with more then me allows me to be humble to strive for a better life for those around me..my inspiration in a nutshell

4. Tell us one secret, one truth, and one lie

..one secret....im lefthanded....one truth is that i love ice cream..one lie..i like sardines...

5 If you could listen to one album for the rest of your life, what would it be and why?

mamas gun eyrkah badu..ima super hip hop head..but this album changed the way i looked at how powerful a feeling can be expressed on an album..plus shes badu..simple

6. If you would win a million dollars, what would you do or buy?

a mill..well first....id put my little sister thru school so she can graduate with her doctorate..i'd buy 2 houses..one for the parents..one for me....build the ideal studio...invest in something thats gonna blow up and then flip that money back into a million or so..hopefully

7. If you were not doing music, what would you be doing?

probably playing professional sports or...teaching english or science.

8. To BLING or not to BLING?

......to BlackNBling!

9. What artist have you had the pleasure and honor working with?

first and foremost..the homie Dibiase from the crew..Afta 1..very dope cat out of la..Vast Aire And Geechi Dan from Camp Lo...Pac Div...Aceyalone...Phonix..this year im tryin to work with alot more people as well..

10. Any additional info, upcoming shows, projects, etc...

yes yes...i have a beat cd called if you need a reason dropping in may...im also dropping 2 eps in the next 3 months...titled the butterfly effect which is a concept album about women ..that project is for the ladies...also themes for schemes..for the more hardcore mc fans out there..the more variety the better ...

myspace.com/aspect1thekid

www.twitter.com/Aspect1

look out for my blogspot dropping soon....beatsnobs.com...!...peace world

Friend of the Week

Thurzday

1. First off, tell us who you are, who you be, what you do...

I am Thurzday, 1/2 off the amazing U-N-I. I eat, sleep, record, buy kicks, and rock stages

2. What started your music career?

What started my career...hmmm...well I wrote my first verse when I was 7, so I guess that would be the birth of me being an emcee. It got more serious in high school where I met Y-O. We formed our official duo in 2006, dropped FCW in 2007 and the grind continues.

3. What inspires you to do what you do?

My inspirations are my daughter and wanting to be the most clever and wittiest....wanting to be the best and make a career off what I been doing for most of my life.

3. Tell us one secret, one truth, and one lie

One secret? I hate seafood. One truth? I graduated from LMU with a degree in Finance. One lie? I can't think of any

4. If you could listen to one album for the rest of your life, what would it be and why?

Damn, that's a hard question, but I have the best answer. It would be my album with Ro Blvd, "A Love Supreme," because it reflects me at this very moment, the production is incredible and I think it will influence the masses.

5. If you would win a million dollars, what would you do or buy?

I'd pay off all my damn debt and then invest in different economies for some residual income in my offshore accounts.

6. If you were not doing music, what would you be doing?

I'd probably be knee-deep in commercial real-estate and throwing Hip-Hop related events to uplift the LA music scene.

7. To BLING or not to BLING?

No trends, I just wear what I wanna wear....so I feel like blingin I'll be blingin that day

8. What artist have you had the pleasure and honor working with?

I've had the pleasure of working with Y-O. He's the other half of U-N-I, and we make great music. Tell a friend about us

9. Any additional info, upcoming shows, projects, etc

Download our mixtape with Mick Boogie, "Before There Was Love," at http://www.zshare.net/download/54759600bd68dafb/. "A Love Supreme" is coming soon. Be at the Nokia Theatre on March 1st to see us rock with Busta Rhymes