2BlindMics
Check out what happens when you pair up #Hip-Hop Legend, DJ, broadcaster Doctor Dre with Super Hero Sensei Audio Advocate T.Reid, remove their eyesight, and listen to them feast on a banquet’s worth of today's movies, television, and politics. They may be blind, but you can’t see what they can see! This is 2BlindMics!
Episodes
With over 25 episodes of the weekly podcast plus all of the Yo MTV Raps Experience Specials, we realized we haven't shared the 2BlindMics origin story.
Just how did the Hip Hop Broadcasting Legend Doctor Dre meet up with the Audio Advocate now known as Super Hero Sensei? That and more in our season finale. We won't be gone for long but make sure you subscribe so you know when we're back!
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In the early 1980's before there was Yo MTV Raps, BET's Rap City those in the New York City tristate area remember getting home after school to watch Video Music Box.
we speak with founder & host Ralph McDaniels. He along with his partner Lionel "Vid Kid" Martin went from presenting videos to creating them.
Hear how the show got started
The relationship between Rap videos & Sesame Street
How Video Music Box almost made it to MTV be...
You know Daredevil; the Marvel character and the Netflix series. Chances are you don't know Joe Strechay. He's the guy who taught Charlie Cox, the actor playing Daredevil in the Netflix series, how to be blind!
Hear how he gained this expertise, what he does as a day job (recently changed) and why we are discouraging Doctor Dre from seeking out a barrel of radioactive waste. Plus, is Bodega Man getting a sidekick?
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We're featuring founder & CEO of Vintertainment discussing the music business. We hear about; the connection between Joeski Love's Pee Wee Herman Dance and Lionel Ritchie. He shares Keith Sweat's early days plus we hear the infamous story of Doctor Dr
You know the name, the clock around his neck, the dance, the memorable phrases... "Yeah Boy" its Flavor Flav. You may not know how far back he and Doctor Dre go... hit play and you will! Subscribe to the podcast now and make sure you don't miss an episode
Bum, Prop Master and of course his signature Yeeeeesssss are just some of the well-known words used by Kool DJ Red Alert. Now hear him in his own words discussing his career behind the turntables, getting his start on 98.7 KISS FM in NYC, on air, The Jungle Brothers, Boogie Down Productions, Mr. Magic and more. Plus find out just where that signature "Yes" came from.
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A talk with Dres from Black Sheep. We cover the groups formation, the Native Tongue, the decision to not glorify what he considers were his early mistakes and much more. Plus the 2BM Post! Subscribe to the podcast now and make sure you don't miss an episo
Finding your talent before you're a teenager; enabling you to make money, build a reputation and career. #Blessing
This is what happened for Brooklyn's own DJ Scratch.
Hear his journey & some of the adventures along the way like becoming a RUSH artist, meeting Jam Master Jay, and his role in the legendary group EPMD. Plus the incredible story of how he began DJing and his debut in front of thousands in Brooklyn.
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There aren't too many DJ's who can say they have been a part of Rap Music on the radio since it's beginning days. DJ Chuck Chill Out is one of them and he can still be heard today. Hear how he began, his thoughts on the art of DJ'ing today, his former intern Funk Master Flex and more.
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When you think of a DJ who can liven up a party, Chances are the name that comes to mind is Kid Capri. He takes us through his start in the Bronx, NY and his journey from selling mixtapes, landing a spot on Def Comedy Jam, appearing on Yo MTV Raps, producing for artists like Heavy D, Jay Z and many more. So much information packed in here that goes beyond becoming a world class entertainer.
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Fred "Bugsy" Buggs, a radio legend , a mentor to many in the radio business including Doctor Dre but most notably he's a gentleman and good guy.
We're fortunate to have him spend some time with us discussing how he got started in radio, early stories of bringing rap music to the airwaves and much more.
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In the early days of rap music, TJ Swan brought some memorable melodic hooks to the game. Make the Music with Your Mouth, Nobody beats the Biz & more...Hear how Swan & Biz met, how their loyalty was tested and learn how Biz should be known as a Prophet. Plus, TJ Swan has one of the best Biz Markie impressions ever! C'mon Swan!
The #YoMTVRapsExperience is in the history books, but stay tuned right here because we have some post show...
Before anyone could enjoy a #YoMTVRapsExperience there was Video Music Box created and hosted by Ralph McDaniels and Lionel "Vid Kid" Martin. Hear how each show impacted the other in the Yo special. A more in depth episode with Ralph is coming soon.
For more information on the June 1st concert visit:
http://yomtvrapsexperience.com
We're dropping these Yo MTV Raps Experience Specials as we lead up to the big show which features acts...
In the final hours before #YoMTVRapsExperience we hear from founder & CEO of Vintertainment, Vincent Davis. He brought us songs from The Bad Boys, Doug E Fresh, JoeSki Love, Keith Sweat & more.
More in the full episode but for now hear about the impact of MTV on the labels.
For more information on the June 1st concert visit:
http://yomtvrapsexperience.com
We're dropping these Yo MTV Raps Experience Specials as we lead up to the big...
It's refreshing to see someone not only committed to their craft, but it's history as well. DJ Mix Mash was introduced to the art of DJ'ing through hours of classic recordings of DJ legends like Kool DJ Red Alert, DJ Chuck Chillout, DJ Scratch & more... but what about our very own Doctor Dre?
Come meet this young man who is a student of his craft, genuinely enjoys meeting new people who can share information and oh yes, he is blind...
Yeeeeessssssssss! That signature sound byte is known to many who heard it on 98.7 Kiss FM during the early days of rap music on the radio. Kool DJ Red Alert shares his #YoMTVRapsExperience with us. Of course, we'll have a full episode coming soon but for now check out this piece about his time on Yo!
For more information on the June 1st concert visit:
http://yomtvrapsexperience.com
We're dropping these Yo MTV Raps Experience Specia...
Some artists need no introduction. Continuing with the #YoMTVRapsExperience we have one of them...Flavor Flav.
Friends with Doctor Dre before the fame. His appearances on Yo were unforgettable...
For more information on the June 1st concert visit:
http://yomtvrapsexperience.com
We're dropping these Yo MTV Raps Experience Specials as we lead up to the big show which features acts like;
KRS1
Eric B & Rakim
Big Daddy Kane
MC Lyte
Dou...
Continuing our #YoMTVRapsExperience with a member of One of the most official rap crews; K-Solo from the hit Squad.
His hits include Spellbound, Your Mom's in My Business...
Not only is he bringing the energy and excitement about the June 1st concert, but he tells us the origin of Spellbound, his unique style and more.
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This interview with Tyrone Fly Ty Williams founder of Cold Chillin but he says at his core, he's a radio guy. Hear all about his days with MR. Magic on WHBI, WBLS working with artists like Marley Marl, Big Daddy Kane Biz Markie & Roxanne Shante. So much history in here you don't want to miss it.
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In this 2BM Yo MTV Raps Experience Special we have Dres from Black Sheep. He shares a great story of his first visit to Yo MTV Raps and more. Subscribe: Apple Podcast, Google Play, Spotify... Follow @2BlindMics on Twitter & Facebook.
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