CIRV'N IT RAW Podcast

🎙 CIRV’N IT RAW features Maribased1, Seattle artist, content creator, podcast personality, and founder of the “Seattle Music Is Real” movement. In this interview, Maribased1 breaks down his upbringing in West Seattle, building his own platforms independently, creating a voice for Seattle artists, and evolving from musician into a social media personality.

He also speaks on his top five musical influences, the succ...

🎙 CIRV’N IT RAW features Donnie Houston, host of The Donnie Houston Podcast, journalist, DJ, producer, and one of the leading voices preserving Houston hip-hop culture. In this interview, Donnie Houston shares his journey from growing up in Houston and DJing at 15 years old to becoming a respected media personality documenting the stories behind Houston's most influential artists, movements, and legends.

Donnie discusses the ...

🎙 CIRV’N IT RAW features T.Vickz, Ohio-based hip-hop artist, entrepreneur, author, fashion designer, and founder of AllN Committee LLC & Trillionair. In this interview, T.Vickz breaks down his independent grind, building his brand from the ground up, relationships connected to the No Limit movement, and balancing music, business, fashion, and legacy.

In this episode, we discuss Ohio hip hop, playing against LeBron James,...

🎙 CIRV’N IT RAW features Rocky Sandoval, Filipino-American R&B/Hip-Hop artist from Tacoma, WA, known for his smooth vocals, raw storytelling, and electrifying live performances.

In this episode, Rocky Sandoval opens up about his journey from Tacoma to national platforms like American Idol, The Voice, and Making The Band. He shares the realities of chasing a music career in Los Angeles, the struggles behind the scenes, and...

🎙 CIRV’N IT RAW features Gripsta, an Oakland-born rapper discovered by Ice-T at just 13 years old. From her early rise in the ‘90s to being featured in Dangerous Minds alongside Michelle Pfeiffer, Gripsta shares her untold story of industry highs, setbacks, and resilience.

In this interview, Gripsta opens up about her early success, navigating the music business as a teen, losing a major deal, stepping away from the spo...

🎙 CIRV’N IT RAW features Cynda Williams, acclaimed actress, singer, and author known for her breakout role in Mo' Better Blues and critically acclaimed performance in One False Move.

In this interview, Cynda Williams reflects on her early life, journey through theater, and working with legendary director Spike Lee. She opens up about navigating Hollywood, collaborating with stars like Halle Berry, her music career including &...

🎙 CIRV’N IT RAW features Mr. Serv-On. In this interview, Mr. Serv-On breaks down his early days growing up in New Orleans, building with Master P before No Limit’s rise, and witnessing one of the most dominant runs in hip-hop history from the inside.

He also reflects on untold moments from the No Limit era, the impact of Life Insurance, working with Big Pun, and transitioning into entrepreneurship and community leadersh...

🎙 CIRV’N IT RAW features DA GAIMCHNG3R (formerly Havoc Tha Mouthpiece of South Central Cartel), West Coast hip-hop pioneer, Def Jam alumni, founder of GWK Records and GaimChng3r Entertainment. In this interview, DA GAIMCHNG3R opens up about his roots, being part of the first West Coast rap group signed to Def Jam, and how his father’s legacy from The Chi-Lites influenced his musical journey.

He breaks down the evolution...

🎙 CIRV’N IT RAW features Toni Hickman, Emmy Award-winning songwriter, author, and former member of the 90s female rap duo N.O.L.A, who were signed to Suave House Records during the golden era of Southern hip-hop.

In this episode, Toni talks about her roots, coming up during the 90s Southern hip-hop movement, and what it was like being part of the Suave House era. She also opens up about surviving two brain aneurysms and a str...

🎙 CIRV’N IT RAW sits down with B. Bankz, a rising voice out of Houston making serious noise in the streets and online.

In this episode, B.Bankz takes us back to the beginning — growing up in Houston, how his environment shaped his sound, and the mindset that drives his music. He breaks down the inspiration behind his new single “Who Dat,” dives into the real story behind his buzzing record “The Block I...

In this episode of CIRV’N IT RAW, we sit down with Henny Z to talk about her journey coming out of Seattle, the inspiration behind her hot new single “Why,” and how her creative process has evolved over time.

Henny Z also breaks down her Top 5, shares insight on staying authentic in today’s music industry, and opens up about what’s next in her career. This is a raw, unfiltered conversation you don&rsquo...

🎙 CIRV’N IT RAW features DJ EFN, co-host of Drink Champs, Miami hip-hop pioneer, documentary filmmaker, and founder of Crazy Hood Productions. In this interview, DJ EFN breaks down his journey from California to Miami, building a Miami hip-hop empire, and creating one of the biggest podcasts in the culture.

00:00 – Introduction / Who is DJ EFN?

01:25 – Growing Up in Miami & Early Hip Hop Influences

12:25 –...

CIRV'N IT RAW , sits down with the MAKO Girls for an amazing conversation! We dive into their latest album LVLS TO THIS and their new single “Celebration.” They share how they built their very own concert platform — the MAKO Girls Carnival Glow Party — and talk about being inspired by the Mindless Behavior 2013 documentary. We also get into their bucket list dreams, including a future collaboration with TLC,...

CIRV’N IT RAW, sits down with Oklahoma City’s own VenomStayDrippin. We explore her hip-hop influences, her rise to winning the 2021 Tishay Award for Female Artist of the Year, and the inspiration behind her latest album Symbiote. She also reflects on the moment rap legend Tech N9ne mentioned her in his Off Da Porch interview — plus much more.

VenomStayDrippin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/venomstaydrippin?ig...

CIRV'N IT RAW, sits down with the incredible Nikki Bratcher-Beasley, one-third of the '90s R&B group Divine, best known for their Billboard #1 hit "Lately." Nikki opens up about her journey through stardom, touring with N'Sync, recording the Fairy Tales album, and shares insight into her book "Not Wifey Material." We also dive into her entrepreneurial journey with Bratcher Beauty, her very own beauty supply store. Plus, Nikki r...

CIRV'N IT RAW PODCAST, features recording artist BLU. She discusses her mission to bring funk back to the forefront of contemporary music. She reflects on her upbringing, explores the intersection of music and NFTs, and highlights her latest single, "Funk'n Love," featuring the legendary Bootsy Collins. BLU also shares her insights on the current state of the music industry, reveals her top five musical influences, and more.

BLU Lin...

CIRV'N IT RAW PODCAST, features host Nola Darling from The Music and Makeup Podcast. She delves into Clipse's latest album, "Let God Sort Em Out," and shares her thoughts on contemporary fashion. Nola expresses her admiration for Roc Marciano and reflects on the significance of Mobb Deep's albums and their dedicated fan base. The conversation also touches on the influence of MF Doom and explores the dynamics between East and West C...

CIRV'N IT RAW PODCAST features the versatile T-Hottie. In this episode, she opens up about her role in the new film Baby Gangsta, now available on Amazon Prime and Tubi, and shares insights into three additional projects: Niko and Kash, Girl Code, and Forced Entry. T-Hottie also delves into her latest music, her fashion endeavors, and her brand, T-Hottie Inc. Furthermore, she reflects on her friendships with the late Snoopy Blue an...

CIRV'N IT RAW PODCAST features the talented Eboni Foster. In this episode, Eboni shares her experiences as the lead singer of the '90s R&B group Nuttin' Nyce and discusses her debut studio album, Just What You Want, released in the same year.

She also highlights her contributions as a guest vocalist on Tupac Shakur's tracks "Heavy in the Game" and “Can U Get Away” from his acclaimed album, Me Against the World, as w...