Fresh Era

SMOOTH ERA - Ep. 1; MONTELL JORDAN!

April 08, 2024 07:00 - 30 minutes - 28.3 MB

We all know the name Montell Jordan and his smash hit "This Is How We Do It", but where did he come from and how did he actually "do it"? Join LA Radio legend PJ Butta on a journey through Montell's incredible life and learn about the choices he made to get to the legendary status he has garnered since his reign of the 90's including where he went to college, how he signed to Def Jam, and so much more. Make sure to follow @smootherapodcast and @stupidflymedia on IG for exclusive c...

INTRODUCING 'SMOOTH ERA' - DROPPING APRIL 8, 2024

March 18, 2024 07:00 - 1 minute - 1.33 MB

From the "Old Heads" who brought you Fresh Era, comes the new series about the legends of 90's R&B. Season One features audio documentaries from the likes of Montell Jordan, Next, Color Me Badd, Shai, Jon B, and Jodeci. Hosted by LA Radio Pioneer, PJ Butta. Make sure to follow us @stupidflymedia or @smootherapodcast, and be on the look out for more episodes of Fresh Era coming this Spring! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art1...

Del The Funky Homosapien: From Latch-Key to Mushroom Tea

March 22, 2023 04:00 - 34 minutes - 31.5 MB

Teren "Del The Funky Homosapien" Jones was a latch-key kid of Oakland, CA in the 1970's, a lover of Hanna Barbera cartoons, and had advanced knowledge of computer technology from an early age. Often dismissed as "slow" in grade-school, Del took his passions and found an outlet for them all in the art of Hip-Hop. Come on a journey through his life and hear how he leveraged his family connection with Ice Cube and his love for technology, cartoons, and art, and turned it into becoming...

Butterfly (of Digable Planets): NBA Bound to An Interplanetary Sound

March 01, 2023 05:00 - 42 minutes - 38.7 MB

Ishmael "Butterfly" Butler was born in Seattle, WA, but had a portal into the east coast thanks to his father. From there, he learned the coolest in Jazz music, fashion, and Hip-Hop - all in which he studied from a young age. He took the determination he formed through his love for basketball, and turned that into his pursuit of becoming a full-time musician. Come on a journey through his life and hear how he plotted out Digable Planets years before they became the platinum selling,...

INTRODUCING: GOLD RUSH: How The Sprite "Obey Your Thirst" Campaign Changed Advertising

February 15, 2023 05:00 - 25 minutes - 23.4 MB

If you're loving Fresh Era, please check out the newest Stupid Fly podcast "Gold Rush" where we dig deep into the understated moments of Hip-Hop history. In our premier episode, we examine the Sprite campaign that changed it all. Before the "Obey Your Thirst" campaign, Hip-Hop in advertisements was perceived as "corny". In this episode of Gold Rush, Sean Kantrowitz talks to the people involved in the making of this legendary, game-changing campaign, as well as the artists featured ...

Peter Gunz: From Packing Steel to Shaquille O'Neal

February 08, 2023 05:00 - 34 minutes - 31.1 MB

Peter "Gunz" Pankey didn't just come up with his MC moniker out of nowhere. As an aspiring artist in 1980's New York, Peter used gun-running as a means to survive. Come on a journey through his life and find out what it was like seeing the crack-epidemic ravage his world, how he and Lord Tariq first met, what Steely Dan wanted for the use of his samples, and how Shaq Diesel became the godfather of his son and future superstar, Corey Gunz. Follow us on social media @stupidflymedia ...

BLACK HISTORY MONTH SPECIAL: Grand Puba (2021)

February 01, 2023 05:00 - 34 minutes - 31.8 MB

Grand Puba, born Maxwell Dixon, is an iconic figure in Hip-Hop who has lived a life filled with "balance". As a youth he "balanced" street life with an enriched education of black history. As an artist he created a lyrical style "balancing" uplifting, positive, black messages with suave, pimpalicious wordplay. And as a human he "balances" spreading love to his compatriots in Rap while trying to climb the ladder of success for himself. Come on a journey into Grand Puba's life to cel...

Kool Kim (of The U.M.C.'s): Statue of Liberty to Universal M.C.

January 18, 2023 05:00 - 40 minutes - 37 MB

Kim "Kool Kim" Sharpton was born, not only with an amazing gift in poetry, but with an uplifting, positive attitude that made it easy for him to make friends in his neighborhood of Staten Island in the 70's and 80's. Unfortunately, in the early 90's, Hip-Hop culture didn't make it easy on the people or groups that tried to uplift and have fun. Come on a journey through the life of Kool Kim to hear how he navigated through the tough waters of the music business in the early 90's to c...

Pete Rock: From Growing Up With Heavy D to Becoming King of The S.P.

January 11, 2023 05:10 - 29 minutes - 27.2 MB

Peter "Pete Rock" Phillips continues to be one of the most legendary Hip-Hop producers ever. He developed his own sound early on and never waivered from who he is and what he's about. One of the most important influences that contributed to his identity was his older cousin, Heavy D. Come take the aduio journey through his life and career and find out what it was like growing up with a Hip-Hop icon int he family, how he and CL met, and what it was like being a part of the creative p...

2022 RAP-Up Episode With DJ EFN (Drink Champs): Tajai (Souls of Mischief)

December 28, 2022 05:00 - 35 minutes - 32.2 MB

Fresh Era had an amazing 2022. We got to speak with 90’s legends from coast to coast, help tell their stories, and build some new friendships along the way. One important connection we made, was with fellow podcaster, and hip-hop giant, DJ EFN (Drink Champs) who was nice enough to suggest his favorite episode from season 2 and leave us a message telling us why. Enjoy and see you in 2023! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19....

Speech (of Arrested Development): Milwaukee Peach to Atlanta Speech

December 14, 2022 05:00 - 44 minutes - 40.7 MB

Todd "Speech" Thomas was destined to be an entrepreneur. With two parents who showed him how to be successful on their own terms, Speech took the torch they gave him and ran with it. Come on a journey through his life and find out what it was like growing up in Milwaukee, becoming the first MC to release a record in the City of Cream, why he ventured south to start Arrested Development, and what it was like to be the first rap group to win Best New Artist at the Grammy Awards. Bec...

King Tee: Young Roger McBride to King Tee & St. Ides

December 07, 2022 05:00 - 37 minutes - 33.9 MB

Roger "King Tee" McBride had laser focus on becoming successful in music since he was a child. He forewent doing well in school, and in turn, got kicked out of multiple establishments in multiple states for doing so. That experience forced him onto a journey he, or his closest friends & family, never saw coming. One that would take him from becoming a local radio DJ to a worldwide, international MC to the founder of one of the most successful West Coast rap crews to date. Come join ...

Kid (of Kid 'N Play): Bronx Made to The High Top Fade

November 30, 2022 05:00 - 34 minutes - 31.3 MB

Before Christopher "Kid" Reid became one of the most iconic faces in Hip-Hop history, along with his partner in rap, Christopher "Play" Martin, he had to endure a lot to become who he is. Nothing came easy - the white people didn't respect him because he was half Jamaican. The black people laughed at him because he was half white. This meant he had to work doubly hard, and use his charismatic personality and love for Hip-Hop as tools to navigate the rough waters of New York life. Co...

Sticky Fingaz (Onyx): Steady Hands on the Clippers to Sticky Fingaz on the Mic

November 16, 2022 05:00 - 34 minutes - 31.7 MB

Since his childhood in the 1970's, Kirk "Sticky Fingaz" Jones manifested his destiny with his determination and undeniable hustling skills. He went from an aspiring teenage MC listening to Run DMC to being signed by the late-great Jam Master Jay. He learned how to fake-it-till-you-make-it by grabbing a pair of hair clippers and becoming one of the most sought-after barbers in Brooklyn. Nothing got in his way, even if it meant running over some of his favorite MC's on his journey to...

PMD (of EPMD): The Family Business to Strictly Business

November 09, 2022 05:00 - 45 minutes - 41.8 MB

Parrish "PMD" Smith alongside his partner in rhyme, Erick Sermon, created EPMD - one of the most iconic Hip-Hop groups of all time. Setting trends with their music and fashion, the two carved a path for every MC that came after. In this episode hear how Parrish pivoted from sports to music, from DJing to MCing, and from MCing to artist management, and all that came with it. Join our army of Golden Era Gladiators at www.stupid-fly.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privac...

From Broken Record: Celebrating Black Music Month with Nas

June 09, 2022 18:48 - 52 minutes - 47.9 MB

Sharing an episode from our friends over at Broken Record. On Broken Record, acclaimed producer Rick Rubin, bestselling author Malcom Gladwell, and former New York Times editor Bruce Headlam talk with the musicians you love about their lives, inspiration, and craft. Rick Rubin has interviewed so many great artists over the years—including Andre 3000, Missy Elliott, and Neil Young. Today we will hear Rick’s conversation with hip-hop legend, Nas. Nas dropped one of the most universall...

HEADSPIN SEASON 2 TRAILER!

May 04, 2022 07:00 - 1 minute - 1.72 MB

Headspin - The only Golden-Era Hip-Hop Trivia Podcast is back and better than ever. Season 2 drops Wednesday May 18th, and will feature celebrity contestants such as Open Mike Eagle, King Tee, Mellow Man Ace, and many more. Who will go home with cash and bragging rights and who will have to spin the dreaded Hip-Hop Wheel Of Consequences? Listen to find out! In the meantime, binge all episodes for free by following Headspin on all streaming platforms. See Privacy Policy at https://...

Masta Ace: From The Symphony to The I.N.C.

January 11, 2022 05:00 - 44 minutes - 40.4 MB

Duval "Masta Ace" Clear has built a legacy that will live on forever, but it didn't come easy. He has had to pivot and rebrand multiple times in his career, but with each new iteration has come classic records that have stood the test of time. Come on an audio journey through his life to hear how he survived being a latch-key kid in 70's Brooklyn, how he found his way into the legendary posse-cut, The Symphony, and why you need to live every day like it could be your last. Come ju...

Mellow Man Ace: Cuban Lottery to Soul Assassins Camaraderie

January 04, 2022 05:00 - 37 minutes - 34 MB

Ulpiano Reyes, better known as Mellow Man Ace, was born with the Midas touch. As a toddler he won the Cuban Lottery which made it possible for him and his family to migrate to the United States. Come on the audio journey through his life and find out the origin story of The Godfather of Latin Rap - from growing up with his brother Sen Dog of Cypress Hill, the B-Boy brawl that connected him with his future DJ, Julio G, and how performing after a tank explosion is business as usual i...

HOLIDAY RECAP #2: Dres - Driven To Be The Beatles

December 28, 2021 05:00 - 34 minutes - 31.8 MB

While we are finishing up the holiday season, and cooking up the remaining episodes of Season 2 of Fresh Era, we talked to co-founder of Stupid Fly, Chris Barnett to find out his favorite episode of Season 1. Dres of Black Sheep was our second interview we ever conducted. He was actually the man who inspired the whole concept of Fresh Era. Not only is Dres one of the most understated performers of Hip-Hop's Golden Era, but the man can tell a story. We found this out when Dres visite...

HOLIDAY RECAP #1: Chip Fu - Record Deal to Shaquille O'Neal

December 21, 2021 09:38 - 42 minutes - 39.3 MB

As we take a couple week break to spend time with our loved ones for the holidays, we thought it would be fun to highlight a couple of our favorite episodes from Season One. Our host of Fresh Era, Craig Smith, spent a couple minutes speaking with DJ Cheapshot - co-founder of Stupid Fly, and creator of Fresh Era - to find out what episode meant the most to him. Here it is in all it's glory. Happy Holidays!! Give some Great Golden-Era Gifts at www.stupid-fly.com See Privacy Policy a...

Tajai (Souls of Mischief): Master of Dialect to Professional Architect

December 14, 2021 05:00 - 34 minutes - 31.7 MB

Tajai Massey was raised in Oakland, CA during the explosion of Hip-Hop in the early 80's. His father, who worked at Stanford University, instilled a work ethic in him from a young age, but permitted his exploration of the emerging genre of music, as long as he maintained good grades at school. Come listen to an audio journey through the life of Souls of Mischief member, Tajai and find out what it was like recording with Del The Funky Homosapien in Los Angeles at the ripe age of 15, ...

C.L. Smooth: The True Story of T.R.O.Y. and Corey

December 07, 2021 05:00 - 33 minutes - 30.8 MB

Corey "C.L. Smooth" Penn is one of the most recognizable voices of the Golden Era. Also known as The Mecca Don, CL breathed new life into 90's hip-hop by incorporating honest lyrics and sharing real emotions in his rhymes. Through that, he and Pete Rock created one of the most iconic songs in music history - They Reminisce Over You - A tribute to his family and their dear friend, Trouble T. Roy. Come on an audio journey through the life of CL Smooth and find out how big of an influe...

Al Skratch: Subway Stops to The King of Pop

November 30, 2021 05:00 - 33 minutes - 30.8 MB

Although Al Skratch's success seemingly came towards the end of The Golden Era, he had actually been an architect, helping build the blueprint, for years before. Raised in the 70's, Al saw the rise of Hip-Hop in popular culture from the city he was born, Brooklyn, and took it with him when he relocated to Harlem as an early teen. Come on an audio journey through his life to find out how he managed to transform himself from a failing DJ to a successful MC, why he and Ill balanced eac...

Stupid Fly Favorite - Smooth B

November 23, 2021 05:00 - 52 minutes - 48.1 MB

In honor of Thanksgiving, we here at Stupid Fly wanted to give thanks to one of the shining stars of Season One of Fresh Era - Smooth B. Our host, Craig Smith, chose his favorite episode, and while we wait a week for a new episode of Season Two, lets reflect on the amazing stories Smooth blessed us with. Happy Holidays! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Arabian Prince: Electronics To Supersonic

November 16, 2021 05:00 - 34 minutes - 31.7 MB

Kim "Arabian Prince" Nazel is the overshadowed member of "The World's Dangerous Crew", NWA...but he prefers it that way. Growing up in Compton, CA in the late 60's, Arabian was guided by his gang-banging family members and taught what NOT to do. Instead of taking the route of street thuggery, he found a passion in music and electronics and forged his own path in music history by fusing the two in ways most had never done before. Come join us on an audio tour through his life and fi...

Shyheim AKA The Rugged Child - Shaolin Projects to Wu-Tang Prospect

November 09, 2021 05:00 - 28 minutes - 26.4 MB

Shyheim Franklin wasn't anything like the other child rappers of the 90's. He was from a different borough, wrote his own rhymes, and was mentored by one of the greatest crews to ever exist - The Wu-Tang Clan. Come on an audio tour of The Rugged Child's life and find out what it was like to perform at Madison Square Garden alongside Biggie & Pac at the ripe age of 13, feature on a Big Daddy Kane posse cut, and write rhymes for The Cosby Show's Raven Symone. Come join the Stupid Fl...

Shyheim AKA The Rugged Child: Shaolin Projects to Wu-Tang Prospect

November 09, 2021 05:00 - 28 minutes - 26.4 MB

Shyheim Franklin wasn't anything like the other child rappers of the 90's. He was from a different borough, wrote his own rhymes, and was mentored by one of the greatest crews to ever exist - The Wu-Tang Clan. Come on an audio tour of The Rugged Child's life and find out what it was like to perform at Madison Square Garden alongside Biggie & Pac at the ripe age of 13, feature on a Big Daddy Kane posse cut, and write rhymes for The Cosby Show's Raven Symone. Come join the Stupid Fl...

Money B (of Digital Underground): Black Panther to Break Dancer

November 02, 2021 04:00 - 31 minutes - 29 MB

Much like the music Ronald "Money B" Brooks, his upbringing was far from the norm. A Philadephia transplant whose parents moved him to the Bay Area to work for the Black Panthers in the early 1970s, Money B quickly learned what having a strong community meant. He took that knowledge and applied it to his networking and worked his way from breakdancer to DJ to MC to superstar. Join us on a journey through Money B's life and find out what it was like to be a part of one of the most su...

Buckshot (of Black Moon): From Bucktown To Duck Down

October 26, 2021 04:00 - 37 minutes - 33.9 MB

Kenyatta "Buckshot" Blake is so much more than just one-third of the legendary rap group Black Moon. Not only did his debut album "Enta Da Stage" influence a whole generation of underground rappers to follow in his footsteps in the mid-'90s, but it also introduced the world to the rest of his crew, the Boot Camp Clik. Taking a page out of his father's playbook, Kenyatta saw an opportunity to seize the opportunity and build multiple thriving businesses around the success of his crew....

Krazy Drayz (of Das EFX): Illegal Activity to Bum Stiggedy

October 19, 2021 04:00 - 48 minutes - 44.2 MB

The contributions of Krazy Drayz and the iconic duo he created, Das EFX, are often overlooked. His rise from being an Jamaican-immigrant-turned-New-Jersey-resident into an iconic Hip-Hop superstar was so rapid and groundbreaking that it didn't take long for biters to swarm. If it wasn't for their innovative style, there would be no Kriss Kross "Jump". If it wasn't for their creative lingo, there wouldn't be a Blackstreet "No Diggity". And most notably, if it wasn't for their fashion...

Fresh Era - Season 2 Trailer

October 05, 2021 07:00 - 1 minute - 1.48 MB

Fresh Era returns OCTOBER 19 with ten brand new episodes featuring more Golden Era legends including Masta Ace, Tajai (Souls of Mischief), and Arabian Prince (N.W.A.). Each episode is jam packed with enough Hip-Hop nostalgia to cure even the most severe case of CHDS (Classic Hip-Hop Deficiency Syndrome). Subscribe now! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Grand Puba: The Brand Nubian MC's to 360 Degrees

July 12, 2021 04:00 - 33 minutes - 31 MB

Grand Puba, born Maxwell Dixon, is an iconic figure in Hip-Hop who has lived a life filled with "balance". As a youth he "balanced" street life with an enriched education of black history. As an artist he created a lyrical style "balancing" uplifting, positive, black messages with suave, pimpalicious wordplay. And as a human he "balances" spreading love to his compatriots in Rap while trying to climb the ladder of success for himself. Come on a journey into Grand Puba's life for t...

INTRODUCING Headspin: Chris vs. Damon

July 05, 2021 04:00 - 23 minutes - 21.6 MB

While Fresh Era takes the week off to prepare for our season finale next week with Grand Puba, please enjoy the first episode of Stupid Fly's newest show - HEADSPIN! Which Golden Era Gladiator will win on this episode of Headspin? Will it be Chris, a 43 year old medical devise engineer, or Damon, a 42 year old editor? Listen in as our host, Majik Most, puts them to the Hip-Hop test and finds out who will walk away with $500 and bragging rights and who will have to spin the dreaded ...

Introducing // Headspin: Chris vs. Damon

July 05, 2021 04:00 - 23 minutes - 21.6 MB

While Fresh Era takes the week off to prepare for our season finale next week with Grand Puba, please enjoy the first episode of Stupid Fly's newest show - HEADSPIN! Which Golden Era Gladiator will win on this episode of Headspin? Will it be Chris, a 43 year old medical devise engineer, or Damon, a 42 year old editor? Listen in as our host, Majik Most, puts them to the Hip-Hop test and finds out who will walk away with $500 and bragging rights and who will have to spin the dreaded ...

DJ Lethal: Immigrant to Rhyme Syndicate

June 28, 2021 07:00 - 39 minutes - 36 MB

Leor "DJ Lethal" Dimant immigrated from Latvia as a small child. Emulating his father, who decided to take the road less traveled and sought out a career in music, Lethal gravitated towards Hip-Hop and did whatever it took to make it. From leaving LA at sixteen to tour with Everlast & the Rhyme Syndicate, to showing up The Beastie Boys while performing as their opening act, to sampling his own father on Funkdoobiest's "Bow Wow Wow", DJ Lethal accomplished more before twenty than mos...

J-Ro (of Tha Alkaholiks): Fila Shop to Mic Drop

June 21, 2021 07:00 - 38 minutes - 35.2 MB

James "J-Ro" Robinson and The Alkaholiks brought a whole new sound to West Coast Hip-Hop in the early 90's, fusing East-Coast inspired, sample-chopped tracks, with laid back, punchline-riddled Cali flows. However, the journey to the top wasn't easy. Hear about J's upbringing in The San Fernando Valley, the failed demo-deal with A&M Records, and why spraying beer on a crowd isn't the best way to make new friends. Join the Stupid Fly Posse at www.stupid-fly.com See Privacy Policy at...

Fatlip: From Breakup To Clown Makeup

June 14, 2021 07:00 - 30 minutes - 28.1 MB

Fatlip of The Pharcyde is an LA native who helped craft two of the highest regarded albums in hip-hop, and through the popularity of the group, helped Delicious Vinyl rebrand into the 90's. But what's this West-Coast rap superhero's origin story? Did he really used to dress like Pee Wee Herman? Did he really get six fails on a report card? Did he really name his son RZA? Come find out on this audio tour through his life. Come join the Stupidverse at www.stupid-fly.com See Privacy...

Smooth B: The Bumpy Road To Becoming Smooth

June 07, 2021 07:00 - 52 minutes - 48.4 MB

Most people know Smooth B for the legendary hip-hop hits he and partner, Greg Nice, made for Nice & Smooth, but few know about his origin story. From his twin "street scientist" older brothers showing him the ropes, to washing car windows which gained him access to the legendary Bronx nightclub The Sparkle in the 70's, to his early days of touring with Bobby Brown. Come hear firsthand what it was like in the life of The Legendary Smooth B both pre and post "Hip-Hop Junkies" Come be...

Fresh Era CHDS w/ Smooth B

May 31, 2021 07:00 - 30 seconds - 470 KB

Thanks for supporting Fresh Era! We can tell it's helping with that C.H.D.S. flare-up of yours and know you're fiending for another episode. We decided to skip this week in observation of Memorial Day (plus, we wanted to get super drunk at our friend's BBQ). However, since Smooth B from Nice & Smooth will be our next episode, we will leave you with this trailer performed by the living legend himself. Don't forget to hit the subscribe button and give us a review wherever you get your...

Fresh Era C.H.D.S. Promo w/ Smooth B

May 31, 2021 07:00 - 30 seconds - 470 KB

Thanks for supporting Fresh Era! We can tell it's helping with that C.H.D.S. flare-up of yours and know you're fiending for another episode. We decided to skip this week in observation of Memorial Day (plus, we wanted to get super drunk at our friend's BBQ). However, since Smooth B from Nice & Smooth will be our next episode, we will leave you with this trailer performed by the living legend himself. Don't forget to hit the subscribe button and give us a review wherever you get your...

Funkdoobiest: Sandwich Artist To Recording Artist

May 24, 2021 07:00 - 33 minutes - 30.9 MB

Funkdoobiest brought a lighter side to the Soul Assassin's sound. Where House of Pain was about raw aggression and Cypress Hill, the weed and the streets, Funkdoobiest used DJ Muggs' and Lethal's production to kick rapid-fire punchlines about everything from Pac Man to Porno (Son may or may not have even starred in a couple). Come on an audio-tour into the life of Son-Doobie and the less-talked-about-yet-equally-important, Tomahawk Funk to find out how the group came together, what ...

Chip Fu: Record Deal to Shaquille O'Neal

May 17, 2021 07:00 - 42 minutes - 39.2 MB

Roderick "Chip-Fu" Roachford is a Brooklyn born, multi-styled MC and one third of The Fu-Schnickens - the legendary hip-hop trio who took the 90's hip-hop scene by storm when they dropped "F.U. Don't Take It Personal", and Chip-Fu was the driving force behind their success. In a matter of two years, he wrote a gold album, two gold singles, wrote songs for CB4 and The Addams Family Values, and mentored a young, super-tall MC, who you may have heard of, named Shaquille O'Neal. Come fi...

Young MC: Grammys or Grad School

May 10, 2021 07:00 - 32 minutes - 29.3 MB

Marvin “Young MC” Young is a British transplant who relocated to Queens, NYC, before the birth of hip-hop. He excelled at school, used rapping as his creative outlet, and worked his way to USC for his higher education. It was there, in his dorm room, where he was discovered and began his journey into the career of hip hop. Come learn about his life before “Bust A Move,” what it was like to have written the first rap single to go Platinum, and be the first rapper to have received a t...

Young MC: Grammys Or Grad School

May 10, 2021 07:00 - 32 minutes - 29.4 MB

Marvin “Young MC” Young is a British transplant who relocated to Queens, NYC, before the birth of hip-hop. He excelled at school, used rapping as his creative outlet, and worked his way to USC for his higher education. It was there, in his dorm room, where he was discovered and began his journey into the career of hip hop. Come learn about his life before “Bust A Move,” what it was like to have written the first rap single to go Platinum, and be the first rapper to have received a t...

Dres: Driven To Be The Beatles

May 03, 2021 07:00 - 34 minutes - 32 MB

Dres, born Andres Titus, is a native New Yorker who was raised in Queens. He was one half of Black Sheep - the 90's hip-hop group who is responsible for one of the most legendary albums in hip-hop history - A Wolf In Sheep's Clothing. And while the album itself exuded fun and innocence, Dres' background was anything but. Come find out his origin story as well as why he vowed to never talk about his criminal past on record. Be a part of the Fresh Era community at www.stupid-fly.c...

Chubb Rock: From Brooklyn To Broadcasting

May 03, 2021 07:00 - 35 minutes - 32.2 MB

Chubb Rock, born Richard Simpson, was one of five children from a West Indian family raised in Brooklyn, NY in the 1970's. He saw the birth of Hip-Hop first hand, and through chance encounters, embarked on a journey to stardom alongside his cousin and mentor Howie Tee. The success of "Treat Em Right" was far from instantaneous. Come find out about Chubb's motivation, set-backs, and focused determination that made him the unforgettable star that he is today. Be a part of the Fresh...

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