Home Grown Radio

They say it takes a village to raise a child, but it most certainly takes "The Block" to feed that village. Chuck Dizzle & DJ Hed sit w/ ReeCee, owner of The Collective Committee, who details her background and flipping the script on corporate America to activating events that were more true to her roots; the most recent being THE BLOCK "Urban Gastronomy Experience" Part 2. Providing top urban chefs in LA a platform to showcase their culinary skills. So of course we also cooked up some good convos w/ the chefs on board that will have your mouths watering.

No stranger to Home Grown, Producer Jansport J catches up w/ Chuck Dizzle & DJ Hed upon the release of his eighth instrumental album p h a r a o h; explaining how a lady in at his church is actually responsible for the "Pharaoh" moniker, the difference between "Jansport J" & "Justin", insight on his creative process, politics and chopping it up w/ billionaire Warren Buffet about sugar cookies.

Sacramento's own Mozzy taps in with Home Grown to share his come up, debuting as a rapper at the age of 14 and applying street knowledge to the current digital landscape in music. Chuck Dizzle & DJ Hed not only get a lesson in slang from the Oak Park rep, but also how the combination of jail time + fatherhood changed his life.

Home Grown kicks off the New Year w/ a fresh start as Chuck Dizzle & DJ HED speak on LA Radio, Soulja Boy vs. Chris Brown and chop it up w/ Top Dawg's former "Under Dawg", Carson's own Ab-Soul.

Despite having one of the most successful years in his career, Curtiss King explains his need to unplug from social media and reset the focus after feeling "lost". The rapper/producer discusses the influence Tony Robbins and other motivational entrepreneurs have had on his life. Also how one informational video he recorded went viral; sparking a new sense of purpose while unknowingly providing the soundtrack to his latest album The Jubilee Year.

KXNG Crooked discusses his thoughts on the state of hip hop, presidential elect Donald Trump and given the chain of events taking place, how his new album "Good vs. Evil" is turning into somewhat of a prophecy. The Long Beach COB shares his experience as executive producer, judge and host of BET's One Shot, the status of a season 2 and the ability to manage multiple hats he wears.

Grammy nominated LA artist, Teeflii speaks on his "absence" from the scene, balancing life in the industry while being a father, writing for other artists and three qualities a real n***a possesses. His forthcoming project “AnnieRUO'TAY 5” is on the way.

Artist on the rise from Covina, California, Hi-Tone explains the meaning behind his name, entrepreneurship, suicidal thoughts, and working on his album "No Xanax Needed" completely sober. "No Xanax Needed" is now available on Apple Music and Spotify!

Los Angeles native, Zaneta Smith speaks on the 2nd annual TedxCrenshaw event being held at Dorsey High School October 8th. Visit tedxcrenshaw.com for more information!South Central’s very own, G Perico speaks on his transition from the streets to rap, going to prison, divulges the meaning behind his name, views on social injustice, ghostwriting, and more! The unapologetic LA native just released his new album “Shit Don’t Stop”, available on all digital platforms.

The microscope has been on Funk Volume since rumors of their break up soon became a reality. We spoke with Hopsin & Dizzy Wright on the situation, however FV's co-founder Dame Ritter has been the center of this controversy so it's only right we get his side of the story. For the first time Dame candidly gives his perspective as to what went wrong, reacting to Hopsin's "Ill Mind of Hopsin 8", what happens to Funk Volume now(including all that merch), his status with each member and plans for the future.

Fresh off the drop of his mixtape “Starvation 5”, Ace Hood gives insight on the new project, speaks on rappers stealing his flow, gives his thoughts on Freshman XXL list, voices his opinion on rapper’s with ghost-writers, tell us his fitness regiment and what artists he respects in the game right now.

Brooklyn based emcee Young M.A. describes being a new voice for her city, how important it was to be embraced by the OG's, and even getting advice from her favorite rapper 50 Cent. Her mixtape "Sleep Walkin" and latest single "OOOUUU" has been putting Young M.A. on a lot of folks' radar!

Av discusses his views on DJs, street politics, the personal connection he has with fans and his mom performing with him on stage with him; the Compton emcee also recalls life before successful hit records like "Money Dance" and the last time someone had to "Run His Money". Av's new street album "I Got The Streets" is now available!

This one was long over due but the timing couldn't be better as Bishop Lamont discusses everything leading up to his departure from Aftermath, almost signing with Roc-a-Fella prior to his deal with Dr. Dre, the current relationship he now has with the good Dr., and the process of creating "The Reformation" over the past 8 years. The Carson legend also expands on the responsibility an artist has with lyrics + the community ("MESSAGE!"), encounters with J. Dilla, Nate Dogg & Proof while pressing play on a few tracks off The Reformation! Enjoy.

The youngest from the Dreamville team, Cozz comes through fresh from the Too High To Riot Tour w/ Bas and speaks on his journey to success, meeting/signing with J.Cole, police brutality, and more while accompanied by his crony Tha Committee representative Correy C. Both currently in the studio working on new material with no pressures of release dates. So press play on this epishow in the meantime and keep an ear out!

The energetic Minnesota native breaks down the acronym behind his name MOD SUN, discusses being the first to receive a ScHoolboy Q feature (outside of TDE of course), surviving a big earthquake while in Australia, getting his dream girl and more! The album is complete, what's the title? Your guess is as good as his at the moment. However the Rostrum Records signee has been getting significant love with his first single “We Do This Shit" ft. Dej Loaf.

Rising Atlanta artist, Kap G speaks on the success of his hit record "Girlfriend", his first acting role in the movie “DOPE”, being able to get any beat from Pharell and his latest project “El Southside”.

Los Angeles collective Warm Brew comprise of Ray Wright, Manu Li & Serk Spliff! The OPM reps and first hip hop act signed to Red Bull Records share the meaning behind their name, each member's role, catching the attention of Dom Kennedy, their new EP "Diagnosis" and more!

Horseshoe Gang breaks down "Anti-Trap", announce new album "4 Brothers", growing up without a formal education and their battle with Funk Volume.

After being caught between a pretty public dispute ultimately dissolving independent label Funk Volume, Dizzy Wright elaborates on his early days leading up to FV, playing middle man between former owners Hopsin & Dame Ritter and why the situation wasn't fixed. Either way things are Still Movin for the Las Vegas emcee as he drops his latest project 'The 702 EP'.