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Lord Jamar, is an American rapper, actor, and social commentator. He is best known as a member of the hip-hop group Brand Nubian, which gained fame in the early 1990s for its socially conscious and politically charged lyrics. Beyond his music career, Jamar has appeared in various TV shows, most notably "Oz," where he played the character Supreme Allah. He is also known for his outspoken views on various cultural and socia...

Rosco P. Coldchain, born Amin Porter, is an American rapper hailing from North Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He gained recognition in the early 2000s, particularly for his work with the production duo The Neptunes (Pharrell Williams and Chad Hugo). Rosco P. Coldchain is known for his distinctive voice and gritty, street-oriented lyrical content. His breakout moment came with his guest appearance on The Neptunes' compilation alb...

Today we sat down with the one and only Spigg Nice. Spigg Nice is an American rapper best known as a member of the hip-hop group Lost Boyz. Originating from South Jamaica, Queens, New York, Lost Boyz was prominent in the mid-1990s and comprised of Mr. Cheeks (Terrance Kelly), Freaky Tah (Raymond Rogers), Pretty Lou (Eric Ruth), and Spigg Nice. Spigg Nice played a crucial role in the group's success, contributing to their disti...

Today we sit down with a Far Rockaway legend in the making and his name is @keenstreetz. A pivotal moment occurs when Jim Jones, a respected mentor, offers words of encouragement, marking a turning point in my career. Nights spent recording under Jim Jones' guidance instill discipline and dedication, shaping our musical endeavors. The annual GTS day becomes a cherished tradition among friends, celebrating camaraderie and unity ...

Today, we sat down with the South Side Jamaica Queens legend, Fredro Starr! Our conversation delved deep into the heart of his journey, covering everything from the inception of Onyx to his prolific music and acting career. We embarked on a journey back to the roots of Onyx, exploring the humble beginnings and the grind that preceded their rise to fame. Fredro shared insightful anecdotes about their early days in Southside Jamaic...

Today, we go to California and interview the actor Antwon Tanner. We talk about his upbringing in Chicago, acting, how he landed some of his most iconic roles, working with DMX, Samuel L. Jackson, and much more.

Antwon grew up in the inner city of Chicago where he was subjected to the many pitfalls that a poor neighborhood can subject you to. Of course, being a teenager in the '90s, it was almost impossible not to be a gang mem...

In this episode, we delve into the life of E. Ness, from his upbringing in Philly to his journey into hip-hop. We explore the impact of his parents' struggles with drug abuse and his mother's mental disability on his childhood. We also dive into his early influences in hip-hop and his near signings with Bloodline Records and production deals before Making Da Band. We uncover the behind-the-scenes of Making Da Band, discus...

In this episode, we had the privilege of interviewing Corey Pegues, who is one of the most accomplished black officers in the history of the NYPD. His memoir "Once A Cop," published in 2017, provides a riveting and insightful account of his life story. Pegues grew up in Southside Jamaica, Queens, where he faced many challenges due to growing up in poverty as one of many children. Despite his challenging circumstances, he ...

Ladies and gentlemen, we are back for the second season of Thanx4askin. This season we have a lot of new and exciting guests that will entertain, thrill, and spark plenty of emotions. Today we sat down with the one and only Esso! We talked about everything that he went through to get him to the position that he's in now. We clarify whether he's from the Bronx or Queens. We also discussed what it was like growing up in Ro...

In this episode, we have OG Jus sit down on the couch in the barbershop to talk about his life and times as a drug dealer. OG Jus was a drug dealer in Queens who was Fat Cat Nichols during the 1970s and 1980s. Jus talks about his early start into street life during the 70s. He later elaborates on how he generated roughly $50,000-$100,000 a week in sales from selling drugs at the height of his career. However, earning this money...

BaisleyLa and Foe Glizz make a well-needed visit to the Thanx4askin podcast show. We discuss BaisleyLa's origins as to how and why he started rapping. He breaks down his first encounter with 50 Cent and talks about their relationship, thereafter. We get into the confrontation between them and Meek Mill at Club Amazura in Queens. We talk about how that started and Kevin Heart's reaction to being in that same club. He bre...

Today we have Coach Dawn of @itscode31everything37 in the shop to discuss her life as a young athlete, basketball coach, and media presence. Coach D talks about how her origins start with her wanting to be just like her brother Mark Ellison. She would follow her brother everywhere. It began with playing baseball and then it eventually transitioned to basketball. As a young basketball athlete, Coach D would shine in this role. Rid...

In this episode, we bring Don and Serv to the Barberceuticals barber shop to discuss the root origins of the "We All In" clothing brand. A brand that represents loyalty over all things in their estimation. For Don and Serv, it's the highest expression of love. Don and Serv talk about their early start from being a rap faction of all their friends in the neighborhood to it turning into a clothing brand that has grown i...

In this episode, we talk about Mister Morado's illustrious career as an artist and sculptor. Morado talks about his biggest inspiration being his older sister and trying to best her in every way possible. His first foray into the arts would be by way of painting shoes and other clothing as a teenager. We discussed his entry into the art world through the women he was dating. he talked about having his family's support was ...