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Mickey Taelor (@mickeytaelor) drops by, alongside fellow ChampionsOnly98 family, to discuss the process behind her new project "The Essentials LP", receiving some international love and her two cents on the infamous shooting in Orlando.#HGRLive Thursdays on www.homegrownradio.netHosted by @iamchuckdizzle @djhed @itsmissblissTwitter & IG : @homegrownradio

Jay Ellis, also known as Bryce from the popular TV series "The Game” speaks on modeling for Jordan, working with Lauren London, his crush on Ciara, funny on set memories, and a lot more! The inspiring actor is currently working with Issa Rae on a show called “Insecure” that will premiere on HBO in the fall!

RJ is back and better! Also known as “Mr.LA”, the artist speaks on the creative process behind his new project “OMMIO 3”, childhood to fatherhood, goes in depth about his relationship views, expresses his aspiration of bringing Taylor Swift to his hood, and more! “OMMIO 3” is now available!

Indianapolis artist, Didda Joe speaks on dropping out of college to pursue music, his innovative “Alternative&B” style, how Prince’s death affected him and more. His first project “1993” is now available!

J Riela, two time Inbox Music winner stops by and discusses the meaning behind his name, speaks on beat boxing before rap, and breaks down his new project “Clock Towers” available now. Watts’ very own McKinley Ave speaks on the evolution of rap, being well versed with production and first hearing his record "No Regular" ft. RJ on the radio.

Bay Area sensation, Iamsu dropped by #HRGLive and discussed his latest album "Kilt 3", his creative process, wanting to work with Snoop, and more.

Hopsin sheds light on growing up in Panorama City, early days of rap and what he learned from his experience with Ruthless Records. The independent success opens up on the rise and fall of Funk Volume, the process of 'ILL Mind of Hopsin 8', and his reaction to Dame Ritter's response; also he explains current status with former label mates Dizzy Wright, Jarren Benton & SwizZz as well as what to expect from his new label Undercover Prodigy.

New Orleans artist Dee-1 is Real, Righteous, and definitely Relevant. Full of positive energy, the former college student speaks on quitting his job for rap, meeting with Diddy, going on tour with Grand hustle, participating in BET cypher, being celibate, and a lot more! Spits acapella freestyle to wrap up show. His new single "Sallie Mae Back” is currently going viral and has gotten recognition on "The Real Daytime” show.

With a full load on his plate, Inbox Music winner, AG from Riverside still makes time for his artistry. The young creative stops by #HGRLive and speaks on college, fraternity experience, breaks down the meaning behind his project titled “Castles in the Sky”, and discusses how his current relationship has played a role in his music. Stays true to himself and denies Dj Hed's proposal of 53 million dollars to record a hit song out his lane.

Nick Grant is one of the few artist of this generation keeping hip-hop alive with #REAL bars. The lyrical South Carolina artist stopped by #HGRLive and discussed his new project “88”, collaborating with Young Dro, his creative process, and getting in trouble for bringing the Doggystyle album to school back in the day. Concludes show with crazy freestyle!

Steve Lobel, legendary manager and A&R in the hip-hop industry drops mad gems on #HGRLive. The entrepreneur speaks on working with Ruthless records (and many other prominent artists), suing Kanye West, putting together the Bone thugs and Notorious B.I.G collaboration, his thoughts on the current state of rap and a lot more! Steve is currently working on a TV show of his own, consulting independent artist and writing a book called, “The Coach Last Longer than the Player” coming soon.

Walter French discusses the ups and downs of being signed, work ethics, and new album “Far From Home”. His hit single “Like Me” is currently in rotation on the #HedsHitList.

The young and talented artist originally from New York, Dylan Jenet speaks on meeting Alicia Keys, singing at Obama’s inauguration, gives her definition of a “bad one” and lets us read her DM’s. The single “Bad One” from her upcoming project is now available. Los Angeles emcee, producer, writer and singer Prince Angules speaks on new mixtape, Drake cosign, explains meaning of his name and his business strategies in the industry. “Hip-Hop Since 1981” mixtape is now available. Formally known as Mann, now known as Young Daniels gives us insight on his Peace Life movement, speaks on being signed/leaving the label, and kicks freestyle with his artist Lana Mack. His new album “Field Trip” is now available.

Kicked off the show with the diverse collective and recent M Box Music winners, Ghetto Plex. Speak on how they got their name, growing up in the I.E., and break down their new EP. Hell of a Night EP is now available. Entrepreneur and Compton’s very own, TJ Santana a.k.a. TSA stops by and discusses LA gang life, business endeavors, meeting Matt Barnes, and his upcoming documentary series “Born and Raised in Compton”. Wrapped up the show with the young and talented female R&B group, Xperience. The collective of 3 speak on how they met, meaning of their name, relationship status’s, and freestyle on #HGRLive! Their debut EP “Xperience” is now available.

The living legend and successful entrepreneur Master P brings it back to his roots and drops jewels on Home Grown Radio. Speaks on his journey/challenges of becoming a new artist in today's climate, opening for 2pac back in the day, signing Snoop Dogg, managing Meek Mill, plus the backlash he received from his thoughts on the Kobe Bryant/Lamar Odom situation. The Empire album/show will be available November 28th while his biopic Ice Cream Man is currently still in the works.

While in the process of promoting his highly anticipated debut album, Ty Dolla $ign brings it back to its roots on Home Grown Radio by divulging untold stories, signing to a major label, developing work ethics from an early age, collaborating with legendary artists such as R. Kelly & Babyface, being a father plus much more. Free TC will be available November 13th!

Kicked off the show with the organizers of TedxCrenshaw. They explain the purpose of the event and give us the scoop on some prominent people who will be in attendance. Female artist Neijah Lanae from Oakland,CA stops by #HGRLive to update us on her progress. Breaks down her EP Sapphire, speaks on how she started singing, experience at Oakland School for the Arts, and leaving the Bay to chase her dream in Los Angeles. Sapphire 2 will release November 17th. Wrapped up the show with Diamond Lane artist StoneyThaDealer. Opens up about his transition from the streets to rap, speaks on lifestyle in Watts, linking up with Bad Lucc, and the struggles of trying to talk to the women of 2015. His new project West Coast Trap King will be releasing soon.

Independent lyricist Trizz pulls up to #HGRLive and discusses his new album Pull Up 2, speaks on early life, acting career, and touring. Opens up about the complications as a rapper in a relationship and kicks dope freestyle to conclude the show. Pull Up 2 will be available November 1st!

With much buzz surrounding his 6th studio release The Documentary 2. The Game brings it back to it's roots on Home Grown Radio by discussing how he's evolved over the past decade, meeting Eazy E as a kid, recording over 700 songs and advice he has for upcoming artists.

Chardae Jenkins is the true epitome of perseverance. The goal driven CSUDH alumna opens up about her journey to being a notable publicist in Los Angeles, working for Universal Pictures, and quitting her job to launch her own PR agency, subsequent to working on the film “Straight Outta Compton.” Transparency LA is now open and ready for business! The young and optimistic artist La’fonz continues to evolve in a maor way and he manifests that growth through his new album, “The New Me”. He vividly breaks down his project, speaks on influences, relationships, acting and how he manages high school and his career. La’fonz is currently on tour and plans to sell out shows before 2015 ends.