On this week’s episode of the @RoadPodcast, the fellas welcome famed music video director, VJ, and co-creator of the longest-running music video show, #VideoMusicBox, Ralph McDaniels (@videomusicbox). Ralph discusses his experiences and pivotal moments in the history of hip hop and music videos, starting with a memorable birthday celebration where #Biggie and #JayZ attended his party (01:55). He reflects on the creation of Video Music Box (08:35) and his role in airing Fresh Fest 85’ (20:00). Ralph also talks about his transition into directing videos (48:00), his role in popularizing shout-outs (56:00), and shares how MTV blocked him (1:24:00). Finally, Ralph speaks on working on new shows (1:42:20) and his book Roscoe Learns About Video Music Box (2:02:01).

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Related Post: R.O.A.D. Podcast – DJ Marty Play + LB1

On this week’s episode of the @RoadPodcast, the fellas welcome New York’s finest @DJMartyPlay and @DJLB1. LB1 discusses recording @DJCrooked’s set without Crooked’s consent (01:10), and the crew reminisces about their legendary DJ nights in NYC (09:18). LB1 and Marty get candid about DJing the underground party scene in NYC during COVID-19 (37:12). Finally, the guys dive into the backlash of playing parties during the pandemic (40:40) and explain how DJ tips work at strip clubs (1:02:10).

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Related Post: R.O.A.D. Podcast – DJ JAZZY JOYCE: Hip-Hop’s Eleanor Roosevelt

On this week’s episode of the @RoadPodcast, the fellas are excited to welcome the legendary DJ and the Bronx’s finest, @DJJazzyJoyce, alongside guest host @DJGoldFinderNYC. Jazzy Joyce discusses her legacy, acknowledging she wasn’t fully aware of the historical impact she was making at the time (02:34). She reflects on her early experiences, including playing clubs by age 16 (9:33), recounts battling major acts like Cash Money (@TheRealDJCashMoney) (17:55), and remembers working on the track “It’s My Beat” with Sweet Tee (17:55). Jazzy talks about how hip hop has changed (33:01), breaks down her time on @VH1’s Master of the Mix (43:01), and discusses the dynamics of being a female DJ and battling unwanted sexual attention (57:10). She speaks on her career in radio (1:13:20) and emphasizes the importance of documenting your history within your DJ career (1:35:40). Finally, Jazzy reflects on her contributions to Digable Planets’ (@PlanetsDigable) Blowout Comb (1:49:01) and remembers her mentor, DJ Whiz Kid (1:56:01).

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Related Post: R.O.A.D. Podcast – MAX GLAZER: Celebrating 25 Years Of Federation Sound

On this week’s episode of the @RoadPodcast, the fellas are excited to welcome DJ, producer, and New York’s finest, @MaxGlazer, along with guest host @DJGoldFinderNYC. Max reflects on his journey in the NYC music scene (2:20), from working at iconic record stores like #FatBeats and #8Ball Records to becoming a prominent DJ in the city’s dancehall and reggae circuits (8:08). He shares stories from his early career, including the challenge of opening for headliners at venues like #TheTunnel and #Limelight (23:30) and the rise of dancehall and reggae in the mid-2000s (34:19). Max recounts memorable moments, such as premiering Jay-Z and Nas diss tracks in the club for the first time in 2001 (52:10), and details the foundation of starting the Federation Sound system with @CiphaSounds (1:31:39). Max also talks about working and touring with a young Rihanna (@BadGalRiri) (1:34:10) and encourages tour DJs to understand the landscape to ensure they are properly compensated (1:50:40). Finally, he discusses his working relationships with Sean Paul (@DuttyPaul) (1:58:45) and Vybz Kartel (@VybzKartel) (2:30:01).

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Related Post: R.O.A.D. Podcast – DANCES: Why No One Dances At Festivals

On this week’s episode of the @RoadPodcast, the fellas are excited to welcome iconic vocalist, EDM DJ, and producer Dances (@DancesLife). Dances shares his educational insights on medical and street drugs (00:55) and opens up about his chronic pain after a car accident and his road to recovery (5:10). He announces plans to release more new songs in 2024 (16:10), describes nearly quitting DJing unless he achieved an income goal of $200K (22:40), and talks about creating his song “To The Beat” with inclusivity in mind (27:50). Dances addresses the trend of people not dancing at festivals (35:10), critiques the current state of Afro House music (41:20), and reflects on the need for DJs to engage with the party atmosphere (53:30). Finally, Dances highlights notable dance/EDM clubs in LA, favoring underground events like Lights Down Low (@lights_down_low) and Nite Slut (@NiteSlut) (1:12:40).

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Related Post: R.O.A.D. Podcast – NINA SKY: Celebrating The 20th Anniversary For “Move Ya Body”

On this week’s episode of the R.O.A.D. Podcast, the fellas are excited to welcome the Nuyorican music duo Nina Sky (@NinaSkyOfficial). Nina Sky discusses celebrating the 20th anniversary of their hit “Move Ya Body,” its impact, and their involvement in the reggaeton movement with tracks like “Oye Mi Canto” (1:40). They talk about their new party @Y2QueParty, featuring guest performances from 2000s acts like @Lumidee and @DevEsCaliente (09:01), and share their experiences as DJs before achieving music fame (14:10). Nina Sky addresses whether they’re tired of talking about “Move Ya Body” (23:01), mentions their shelved album (28:50), and emphasizes the importance of their partnership in navigating challenges after leaving their label (33:40). Finally, they share plans for new music and the possibility of releasing their acapellas (38:50). 

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