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Read archived interviews pre-Baycentrik from 2003-2007 in The Vaults section.
 Too Short: Longevity
Apr 05 2010
With a hustle unmatched and a career more consistent than most, Too Short is considered to many as the first true rapper. Now in 2010, Short faces the new digital landscape of the industry with an internet only release, Still Blowin. He talks about the events that lead to his Jive release, compares the old bay to current day artists, and talks about his final full length LP.
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DaVinci: Turf Politickin'
Mar 18 2010
Throughout the many transitions in his time as an artist, DaVinci aka Infamous J. Davinci has always maintained the unique artistry that made him stand out from the rest. Now with his debut release out to the masses, DaVinci talks about his beginnings, community, and his ultimate masterpiece, The Mona Lisa.
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Guce & Matt Blaque: Tough Love
Mar 11 2010
A combination of veteran and newcomer, with equal matching talent, Guce and Matt Blaque teamed to create a new sound. The Bully Wit a Fully and the R&B sensation discuss making a best of both worlds type project with a west coast twist, and their chemistry together. The duo also discuss originality and thinking outside the box.
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San Quinn: Back To Business
Mar 03 2010
After a year-long hiatus and turmoil with longtime affiliate and blood relative, Messy Marv, the mighty San Quinn is ready to get back to business. With three new solo projects in the making, as Quinn puts it, he is ready to prove himself to the industry again in 2010, or 2000-Quinn rather.
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Joe Blow: The Next To Blow
Feb 23 2010
An artist who lives the lifestyle first, and raps about it second, The Jacka's new protege Joe Blow may be the injection of realness that the rap scene needs. Bursting on the scene on various compilations and features in 2009, Joe has his sights set on releasing his debut album as well as other collaborations.
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Big Rich & Ya Boy: History In The Making
Feb 16 2010
Big Rich & Ya Boy have history together, and now they join forces again to make history. The two equip themselves with Guns & Roses to fire off the first shot of a movement that will strengthen California's backbone. In this in-depth interview YB & Rich talk about their past, the saturated rap game, and of course about their new EP.
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Balance - Young & Restless
Feb 08 2010
In this first installment of the Artist's Commentary Series, Balance looks back at his debut solo album, Young & Restless. The Bay Area Mixtape king sheds light on the creation process of the album, including beat selection, collaborations, near-fist fights, and avoided lawsuits. Revisit this solid album from Balance's point of view.
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Messy Marv: Leading The Scalen Regime
Feb 02 2010
For over 15 years Messy Marv has held his own ground as an independent hustler and rap artist. From being in and out of jail, to breaking his legs, Mess has overcome hardships which led him to transition into The Boy Boy Young Mess. Mess talks new albums, major deals, the industry, & resolving problems with San Quinn.
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Tre Mak: Mad Science's Lyrical Monster
Jan 27 2010
North Sacramento has a new force to be reckoned with, and it's in the form of Tre Mak. After years of making noise in the underground scene, he was soon noticed by DJ Quik and taken under the Mad Science Recordings umbrella. Trigga Tre Mak discusses the events leading to his signing as well as the future ahead of him.
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The Jacka: At The Top (Part 2)
Jan 21 2010
In the final installment of this two part in-depth interview with The Jacka, he discusses his new official solo albums for 2010. The Jack also gives creative advice to MC's everywhere, talks about passing the torch on to new artists, future side projects and duo albums, and also gets into Mob Figaz business.
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Droop-E: Fedi Fetchin & Focused
Jan 17 2010
The young Sick Wid It General, Droop-E, has never been one to ride coattails. With an impressive resume of productions already established, Droop pushes forward with both musical and lyrical masterpieces. As crunchtime nears for E-40's new album, and a busy year ahead of him, Droop-E shares the game plan for himself and Sick Wid It.
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The Jacka: At The Top (Part 1)
Jan 13 2010
The year 2009 was undoubtedly big for The Jacka. As an independent artist, he rose to top tier status as one of the main representatives of bay area rap. Now with his long awaited album out, Jacka discusses inner struggles and possible retirement, the reception of bay artists internationally, and if he would accept a major deal.
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Ya Boy: Charge It 2 The Black Card
Jan 07 2010
Ya Boy has always turned heads with his talent, from the days of going 16's in San Francisco, to present day rockstar status worldwide. Being a free agent for years now, YB's next move has always been under a microscope. Ya Boy clears the air on where he stands and what this new year holds for him in his interview.
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MacShawn 100: Keepin It 100
Dec 21 2009
MacShawn 100 is a man who's lived through many eras, but through it all kept it 100. From being one of the vocal players of the mobb movement, to being stranded on Death Row. With a new deal through Snoop Dogg and Priority Records, we will catch The Bigg Fish flood the streets with his never ending sea of game in 2010.
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Yukmouth: Rise & Grind
Dec 11 2009
The head of the Dragon Gang, Yukmouth, shares what it feels like to have career freedom, what it means for Smoke A Lot, the Regime and more. Other ventures such as his radio show and new films are discussed as Yukmouth shows you that success comes only to those who rise & grind.
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Berner: Hustle Relentless
Dec 08 2009
Already establishing himself as a successful entrepreneur as well as a rapper, San Francisco's Berner has showed his growth and business muscle in the past several years. Teaming with some of the top bay area names, he has turned some doubters into fans, and in taking the role of executive producer in new solo ventures, the new year looks to be just as busy for the kush man.
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Cozmo: The Makings of a Super Producer
Dec 03 2009
Slowly but surely Coz Pacino has been cementing his feet in hip hop. The bay area based artist has one of the biggest voices in the industry---but his is in the form of production. Cozmo shares the wealth throughout all regions and his networking has truly paid off, with this only being the beginning.
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Balance: The Unsigned Legend
Jun 05 2008
Balance faces a busy year in 2008. Renouncing the throne as mixtape king, Balance talks reviving concept albums from the past, continuing on as an Unda Dogg, and fulfilling the fans wishes with collaborations. He also gets into the once flourishing mixtape scene, a currently saturated market, and the gameplan that others should be following.
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Matt Blaque: The New Voice In Demand
Jun 02 2008
Matt Blaque's voice has been etched in the eardrums of bay area rap fans everywhere with his recent success. As a part of Messy Marv's Scalen LLC, appearances on Yukmouth's album among others, and his sizzling hook on Jacka's "All Over Me" single, Matt Blaque is the most sought after singer today.
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DJ Fresh: The World's Freshest
Feb 01 2008
As a DJ who's been part of crews spanning the Northwest to the East, "The World's Freshest", DJ Fresh, is challenging the role of others in his line of work with his drive and creativity. Part time producer, part time DJ, full time hustler, DJ Fresh was named one of the most respect DJs in Scratch Magazine, and also touts the official role of Nas and Common's official DJ.
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Ya Boy's Long Road II Riches
Nov 05 2007
Young Ya Boy built something out of nothing with his musical track record and worldwide following. Whether he's rubbing shoulders with the country's top celebs or rapping about taking your head, off he never fails to make a big impression.
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Baycentrik TV Episode 2
Oct 17 2007
Thizz Latin/ Black N Brown mogul, Goldtoes, linked up with Baycentrik to talk music, life, and brown unity. The "Latin Suge Knight" discusses how he started BNB, an offer he couldn't refuse from Thizz, movie projects and more in Baycentrik TV Episode 2.
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Yung Joc Breaks down Hustlenomics 101
Oct 11 2007
The South has long had a strong independent base similar to the bay areas. Atlanta, Georgia is one city which is home to many of the great husters in hip hop, one being Yung Joc, Block Ent/Bad Boy South's breakout star. Yung Joc shows the bay love, talks about his new album, and much more while keeping it "Acentrik."
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Baycentrik TV Episode 1
Oct 08 2007
The Champ of the rap game and the J game, Bailey, airs out the juicy details of his sophomore album exclusively on Baycentrik TV Episode 1! Bay talks City Boyz music, mixtapes, Jordans, success in the Bay Area and much more.
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Charles Kelly & San Quinn Make It A Done Deal Once Again
Oct 05 2007
Together Charles "Chuck" Kelly and San Quinn built a dynasty that solidified the foundation of the San Francisco rap scene. Now the two moguls are back in business together to secure that bay area hip hop's Street Cred is nothing less than a Done Deal.
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