Home Grown Radio

The convivial grammy award winning artist Eric Bellinger pulled up to Home Grown Radio on REAL923 and discusses his standpoint on song writing, cultivating his voice in the church, turning down football scholarship, and speaks on the current state of R&B. Bellinger is preparing for his first U.S. tour and his new album that will be here in 2016.

Soulful producer and the hip-hop artist responsible for Home Grown Radio’s new theme song, Curtiss King stops by and gives us insightful interview on his new album Raging Waters. Speaks on why he stepped back from rap for a while, talks about showing vulnerability, collaborating with other producers, and experimenting new sounds. Raging Waters is now available!

The humble T.D.E. constituent Jay Rock stopped by Home Grown Radio on REAL923 and explains the message of his new album 90059, speaks on his growth as an artist, reception from fans, how he came up in the industry, and more! Jay Rock’s second studio album 90059 is now available.

Once again it’s on! The R&B collective Jake&Papa stop by #HGRLive once again and speak on their new project Sexual Warfare, performing for the first time on the east coast, explain why they give their music out free, and more!We checked out with the intricate heartfelt lyricist, Rene Brown. No matter what other artist release, she stays true to her sound. Opens up about her childhood, breaks down her lyrics, tells us the process of creating her album The Wave and plays exclusive tracks!

Compton’s very own, Boogie paid us a visit at #HGRLive and opened up about everything from his new project The Reach, signing to a major label, collaborating with his team, and his son being the driver to all his success. His hit single “Oh My” is said to be a top song of 2015!

The ROC Nation artist Casey Veggies stopped by and hung out with #HGRLive and opened up about past, present, and future events. The young creative tells us where his name stemmed from, speaks on diverting from Odd Future, and his debut album Live and Grow releasing on September 25th. Concludes interview with hilarious nursery rhyme.

Home Grown Radio alumni YC of YFR (Young Rich and Fly) comes through with good energy and all positive vibes! Tells stories of bad contracts, breaks down everyone’s role in group, speaks on his acting experiences, live performing, and past relationships. YFR’s most recent project At The Moment is now available. Wrapped up the show with Lil Bam dropping gems! The artist from East Side Long Beach gives us a profound interview speaking on his journey through the streets, music conflicting with his relationships, turning life around for his daughter and much more. Lil Bam’s project Point Guard of the Streets is now available.

First time guest, Justus from Dallas, TX stops by and expounds on his journey to working with Dr. Dre and Aftermath. The young writer speaks on dropping college ball for music, his consistent work ethic, linking up with Dr. Dre through DOC, and his contributions to the Compton album.Wrapped up the night with a very profound interview from Krondon. Breaks down his new project GreenNGold, speaks on collaborating with Chasen Cash, his thoughts on the current state of hip-hop, and being an artist as well as a father. GreenNGold album now available.

Zyaire Porter with the shot boy! Kicked the show off with the visionary and founder of the photography company PorterhouseLA. Speaks on his most recent venture Hometown Tourist, the impact it had on his daughter and the vision he has for all the youth of today. Flip Major a.k.a. Chief Major pulls up and talks about his recent collaborations, future aspirations, and working on being consistent. Currently Flip is focusing on shows and his next project Major League. Former Guest Jayy Starr brings all good vibes to #HGRLive. Breaks down the meaning of her mixtape South Centralized, speaks on her “situationships”, her fans out of state and other endeavors aside from music. #HRGLive wraps it up by divulging a BIG announcement!

Inbox music winner J. Star from San Diego came thru #HGRLive and discusses his song I’m Dope ft. Reem Riches, accepts feed back and tells us what’s next for him. Slight Work mixtape coming soon. Benny Blue does his first EVER interview with #HGRLive! Speaks on his company Blue Public Relations, gives us insight on PR and divulges stories working with music artist and NFL/NBA players. Noa James and Lesa J. speak on the 5th annual DIY Festival that they’re administering September 6th at the Glass House in Pomona, Ca. Wrapped up the show w/a day one guest, Quiz. The soulful artist/business man explains the concept of his new project AIR MAX 90’s, his transition from Blue Division Crew, and taking some time from his CD press company to focus on his music.

B Mac The Queen makes her Home Grown Radio Live debut to discuss the significance of "Black Kids" EP, working with Teyana Taylor + HitBoy and building her own Upside Down Crown brand.

G. Malone speaks on "100 Days 100 Nights" in Los Angeles, thoughts on Dr. Dre's "Compton" album + "Glass House 2".

KO The Legend kicked off the show with a very intellectual interview. The conscience artist and producer gives us insight on his Sanctus movement, formula to success, and his other endeavors aside from rap. Also, spits a spontaneous freestyle. Wrapped it up with Long Beach’s very own, xLsRebelsx. The returning guest speaks on his versatility, new album, the “N” word, and all of his aspirations. Sink or Swim LP now available online!

The young and humble Pu$haz Ink artist, RJ a.k.a. “Mr. LA” speaks on being famous, his transgressions in the streets, and his transition to being a father. Gives us his opinion on LA gangs and how he emerged in the industry through networks like DJ Mustard. “We work hard on making it look easy”, the artist explained for those who believe he’s an “overnight success”. RJ’s music and performances only seem to elevate. If you haven’t downloaded it already, his most recent project OMMIO 2 is now available!

Chuck Dizzle goes #LiveAndDirect with Corey Hawkins who plays the role of Dr. Dre in the film Straight Outta Compton. Corey explains what he and Dre both have in common, having to learn how to DJ, actually re-recording N.W.A's Straight Outta Compton album and pressures that come along with the entire experience. Straight Outta Compton hits theaters August 14th.

Chuck Dizzle goes #LiveAndDirect with Jason Mitchell who plays the role of Eazy E in the film Straight Outta Compton. Jason shares his experience from auditioning, actually landing the role, being embraced by Eazy E's family and adapting to the LA culture being from New Orleans. Straight Outta Compton hits theaters August 14th.

This week's episode of #HGRLive kicked off with the Owner of Tutors for Tots, Dupé Aleru and her partner Chantal Jura who is a Nutritionist. The two entrepreneurs speak on how they incorporated education and nutrition in their tutoring program and filmed 12 episodes of the program in 3days! Look out for The Cook Book show airing September 9th 2015. Wrapped up the night with an interview from Seattle native, Aaron Cohen. The artist divulges being homeless while recording his project and touring overseas at the same time. Homeless EP now available.

Independent artist Dom Kennedy pulls up to #HGRLive and gives us a thorough interview. The Leimert Park “legend” speaks on his 3rd studio album, “By Dom Kennedy” that recently dropped, breaks down the meaning of his label OPM (Other Peoples Money, and the moment he really began to take his rap career serious. Dom also dabbles in the business side of the industry and what exactly he wants to attain as an artist. “I just want people to feel me for those 3 minutes.”

Kicked off the show today w/Miami’s very own Amazing MGM (Making Great Music). Calls in and breaks down an AMAZING story on how he acquired his name. The song writer/artist is very confident that he will blow by the end of 2015. Speaks on upcoming EP and plays an exclusive single for us called “Living Notorious”.The funniest interview of the night goes to the Bar Tenderz. The group consists of two rappers (Jay Barzz & Lavell Streets) who are cousins and also Bar Tenders, literally. Crack a plethora of jokes and kick a freestyle to top it off.Slay Squad come through DEEP and give us a very profound interview to conclude the night. Each artist explain their role in the group and what they bring to the table. They also break down exactly what a “Young God” is and the process of recording their Double Album, “Stick to the Plan” that will be available for purchase soon.

Blood Money artist and Inglewood’s very own, Skeme stops by HGR Live and give us insight on his new album IngleWorld 2. Speaks on conspiring with DJ Drama and already working on IngleWorld 3. As well as concludes the interview w/dope nursery rhyme remix.