🎙 CIRV'N IT RAW features Quiet Money Dot, Houston rapper, entrepreneur, founder of Quiet Money Records, and one of the city's most respected independent voices. In this interview, Quiet Money Dot opens up about his journey, building the Quiet Money brand, Houston's legacy, his upcoming projects, entrepreneurship, and—for the first time publicly—the impact of losing his mother, Toot, and how it changed his life and music.

From Houston culture and Screwed Up influences to business ventures, community vision, and legacy, this is one of Quiet Money Dot's most personal and in-depth conversations to date.

Quiet Money Dot: https://www.instagram.com/dot_quietmoney?igsh=MWYwMXVzanNlZG41dw==

0:00 – Introduction / Who is Quiet Money Dot?

2:45 – Growing Up in Houston & Finding His Own Sound

6:00 – Representing Houston Without Copying the Past

8:23 – Quiet Money Dot's Top 5 Artists

12:38 – Building Quiet Money Records & Creating a Family

15:30 – From Rapper to Brand: Music, Exotic Pop & Business Ventures

20:50 – Dream of Transforming Grimes Elementary Into a Community Center

22:50 – Comparisons to Houston Legends & Carrying the City's Legacy

25:25 – Opening Up About Losing His Mother, Toot (First Public Interview)

32:03 – New Project & Creative Growth

34:12 – Legacy

36:55 – White Lines (Quick Answers. No Filters.)

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#QuietMoneyDot #WreckshopRecords #FatPat #DJScrew

🎙 CIRV'N IT RAW features Tessa Allen, host of Spotlight Radio, respected hip-hop media personality, and longtime voice for Houston's music scene. With over 13 years of interviewing artists and documenting the culture, Tessa shares her journey into media, the evolution of Spotlight Radio, and why authentic storytelling still matters.

In this episode, Tessa reflects on her early influences, the lessons she's learned as an interviewer, Houston's lasting impact on hip-hop, her Top 5 artists, classic Houston albums, memorable interviews, and what she hopes her legacy will be in the culture.

Spotlight Radio Show: https://www.instagram.com/spotlightradioshow?igsh=N2h5eDR6N2ZlMjFu

0:00 - Introduction / Who is Tessa Allen?

2:25 - Growing Up & Finding a Passion for Hip-Hop and Media

5:06 - Building Spotlight Radio for Over 13 Years

15:50 - Learning the Art of Interviewing

19:04 - Why Houston Hip-Hop Continues to Influence the Culture

27:10 - Tessa Allen's Top 5 Artists

36:00 - Pure vs. Cut: Lil' Keke Album Debate

37:55 - The Houston Album That Defines the City

39:43 - The Interview That Changed Her Perspective

42:20 - What's Missing in Hip-Hop Media Today?

46:44 - Defining Her Legacy & Contribution to the Culture

48:50 - White Lines (Bonus Segment)

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#LilKeke #TessaAllen #HoustonTX #SpotlightRadio #FatPat

🎙 CIRV'N IT RAW features Black C of RBL Posse, Bay Area hip-hop pioneer, independent rap trailblazer, author, entrepreneur, and founder of Right Way Productions. In this interview, Black C reflects on the origins of RBL Posse, the lasting impact of "Don't Give Me No Bammer," building an independent empire before it became the blueprint, preserving Bay Area hip-hop history, and the legacy he's leaving behind.

From music and business to culture and survival, this conversation dives deep into one of the Bay's most influential voices.

Black C Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blackc?igsh=c3hxaWVtcHJuZTk4

0:00 – Introduction / Who is Black C?

1:40 – The Origins of RBL Posse & Meeting Mr. Cee

8:05 – Building an Independent Blueprint Before the Industry Changed

14:30 – The Legacy of "Don't Give Me No Bammer"

17:10 – Black C's Top 5 Artists Who Shaped Him

18:50 – Preserving Bay Area Hip-Hop History

22:30 – A Part of Survival Book & The Hardest Chapter to Write

30:13 – The Evolution of Black C & New Music

36:00 – Building Right Way Productions Beyond Music

40:20 – The Bay Area's Lasting Influence on Hip-Hop

44:54 – Black C on His Legacy & Impact on the Culture

47:57 – White Lines (Rapid Fire Questions)

GUTTA CAINE: https://linktr.ee/cirvnitrawpodcast?fbclid=PAAab23ewFo8E0C1vy5nbdHtkqK71nvXlwZ9hfsuniTgZ5bKqoXtt4DRh1GZE

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#BlackC #RBLPosse #BayArea #SanFrancisco

🎙 CIRV’N IT RAW features DZ, Seattle hip-hop artist, entrepreneur, label owner, and founder of Game Official Musicc. In this interview, DZ shares his journey from growing up in Seattle to becoming one of the Pacific Northwest's most consistent independent artists. He discusses the artists who inspired him, building an extensive catalog, creating successful collaboration projects, connecting the Seattle and Bay Area rap scenes, and the legacy he's building through music and business.

DZ also reflects on working with legendary artists including Dru Down, J-Diggs, Rich Tha Factor, Kurupt, and Yukmouth, while sharing insights on longevity, networking, and staying relevant in an ever-changing music industry.

DZ Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/dzseattle?igsh=MWw5ZDF1Mm43OWljcg==

0:00 – Introduction / Who is DZ?

1:58 – Growing Up in Seattle & Early Hip Hop Influences

12:50 – DZ's Top Five Artists That Shaped His Sound

13:45 – From Freestyling in High School to Recording Music in College

20:44 – Building Consistency & Creating an Extensive Catalog

24:28 – Why Collaboration Albums Create More Opportunities

30:58 – Working with Dru Down, J-Diggs, Kurupt, Yukmouth & More

34:15 – The Collaboration That Changed DZ's Career

39:05 – DZ Gives Messy Marv His Flowers

43:22 – Building Game Official Musicc & Entrepreneurial Success

44:18 – Legacy, Impact & What DZ Wants to Be Remembered For

47:18 – White Lines Rapid-Fire Segment

GUTTA CAINE:

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#DZ #SeattleHipHop #Kurupt #MessyMarv

🎙 CIRV’N IT RAW features Mama D, Seattle rapper, recording artist, and Bang City Records NW representative. In this interview, Mama D shares her origin story, discusses her biggest musical influences, breaks down the vision behind QueenGreen and Evergreen merch, and reflects on family, community work, and the future of women in Northwest hip-hop.

Mama D also talks about Bang City Records NW, the Evergreen Remix with Tuxedo Black, her powerful single Off With Her Head, the Lyrics Matter youth program, and the legacy she hopes to leave behind through her music and impact on the culture.

Mama D Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mama.d.420?igsh=eWo5NjUzbnphMDNm

0:00 – Introduction / Who is Mama D?

2:40 – Growing Up & The Origin Story Behind Mama D

6:12 – Top 5 Artists That Influenced Her Career

10:05 – Bang City Records NW & Big Shrek's Vision

13:20 – QueenGreen Album & Evergreen Merch Movement

18:10 – Evergreen Remix Featuring Tuxedo Black

21:25 – The Meaning Behind "Off With Her Head"

26:15 – Family, Ruby & Music with Purpose

32:45 – Lyrics Matter & Giving Back Through Hip-Hop

40:30 – Women in Northwest Hip-Hop Today

45:15 – Defining Her Legacy & Contribution to the Culture

46:58 – White Lines Rapid-Fire Segment

GUTTA CAINE:

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AMAZON MUSIC:

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#MamaD #BangCityRecords #SeattleHipHop #CirvnItRawPodcast

🎙 CIRV’N IT RAW features Maribased1, Seattle artist, content creator, podcast personality, and founder of the “Seattle Music Is Real” movement. In this interview, Maribased1 breaks down his upbringing in West Seattle, building his own platforms independently, creating a voice for Seattle artists, and evolving from musician into a social media personality.

He also speaks on his top five musical influences, the success of “Talk Talk Talk” with Yung6ix, Seattle’s music identity, the Top Tier movement, and the legacy he wants to leave behind in the culture.

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0:00 – Introduction / Who is Maribased1?

1:38 – Growing Up in West Seattle Before Music

14:50 – Maribased1’s Top 5 Musical Influences

16:37 – Realizing Music Was Bigger Than Recording

22:16 – Creating the “Seattle Music Is Real” Movement

29:25 – Building Platforms Beyond the Music Industry

39:15 – “Talk Talk Talk” with Yung6ix & International Success

43:30 – Transitioning Into Social Media & Influencer Culture

52:30 – Defining Seattle’s Music Identity & Sound

58:50 – Top Tier Movement, Summer Plans & Upcoming Projects

1:02:05 – Legacy, Impact & Contribution to the Culture

1:04:50 – White Lines Rapid-Fire Segment

MARIBASED1: https://www.instagram.com/maribased1official?igsh=MWlzaDlyOHZpeTYwcA==

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#Maribased1 #SeattleMusicIsReal #SeattleSeahawks #PikePlace

🎙 CIRV’N IT RAW features Donnie Houston, host of The Donnie Houston Podcast, journalist, DJ, producer, and one of the leading voices preserving Houston hip-hop culture. In this interview, Donnie Houston shares his journey from growing up in Houston and DJing at 15 years old to becoming a respected media personality documenting the stories behind Houston's most influential artists, movements, and legends.

Donnie discusses the evolution from DJ Don to Donnie Houston, earning a journalism degree from Texas Southern University, preserving hip-hop history through storytelling, his experiences interviewing Houston icons, and receiving the honor of Donnie Houston Day. He also reveals his Top 5 artists, reflects on his contribution to the culture, and much more.

Donnie Houston Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/donniehoustonpodcast?igsh=MTRtcXFkaTBma2EyMA==

0:00 – Introduction / Who is Donnie Houston?

2:10 – Growing Up in Houston & Early Music Influences

4:05 – DJ Don: DJing, Producing & Building Relationships at 15

6:06 – Transitioning from DJ Don to Donnie Houston

10:00 – Texas Southern University & Journalism Journey

22:30 – Donnie Houston's Top 5 Artists

24:00 – Preserving Houston Hip-Hop History Through Interviews

33:45 – What They Talkin Bout? & Building His Platform

39:30 – Rap-A-Lot Records, DJ Screw, Swishahouse & Houston's Legacy

42:25 – Donnie Houston Day & Recognition from the City

55:38 – Defining His Contribution to the Culture

1:01:35 – White Lines Rapid-Fire Segment

1:04:05 – Closing Thoughts

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#DonnieHouston #HoustonHipHop #DJSCREW #CIRVNITRAW

🎙 CIRV’N IT RAW features T.Vickz, Ohio-based hip-hop artist, entrepreneur, author, fashion designer, and founder of AllN Committee LLC & Trillionair. In this interview, T.Vickz breaks down his independent grind, building his brand from the ground up, relationships connected to the No Limit movement, and balancing music, business, fashion, and legacy.

In this episode, we discuss Ohio hip hop, playing against LeBron James, the influence of Master P and No Limit Records, the meaning behind Trillionair, independent artistry, his upcoming book, new music, and much more.

T.Vickz Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tvickz?igsh=MW0zZTVvbTNxenUxdg==

0:00 – Introduction / Who is T.Vickz?

2:25 – Growing Up in Ohio & Early Life

9:30 – Music Beginnings & Finding His Purpose

12:00 – Top 5 Artists That Shaped T.Vickz

15:52 – Playing Against LeBron James & Basketball Lessons

19:47 – Losing Uncle Rickey & Turning Pain Into Motivation

35:05 – The Meaning Behind “Rickey”

46:25 – Recording 500+ Songs Independently

49:50 – Building the Trillionair Brand & Mindset

57:15 – No Limit Influence & Learning From Master P

1:07:33 – New Book, New Music & Creative Growth

1:18:35 – Legacy, Family & Leaving a Mark on the Culture

1:33:33 – “White Lines” Rapid Fire Segment

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