#WhoIs with DJ Quicksilva

This week on the Who Is Podcast, we sit down with one of the most outspoken, entertaining, and respected personalities in comedy and hip-hop culture—the legendary TK Kirkland. Known to many as the "Gangsta of Comedy," TK has spent more than four decades building a career that goes far beyond telling jokes. From his early days touring with Eazy-E and N.W.A. to sharing stages with some of the bigges...

This week on the Who Is Podcast, we sit down with one of the defining voices of Baltimore hip-hop—Travis “Bossman” Holifield. Coming out of Northeast Baltimore, Bossman first made noise as Jimmy Hash with N.E.K.—the Northeast Kings—before stepping out on his own and becoming one of the city's biggest independent rap success stories. His 2004 album Law & Order became a Baltimore classic, fueled...

This week on the Who Is Podcast, we welcome one of Baltimore's biggest personalities and one of the most recognizable voices in comedy and radio—Jess Hilarious. Born and raised in Baltimore, Jess took the personality, humor, honesty, and unmistakable attitude of her hometown and turned it into a national brand. What started with hilarious videos and her breakout Jess with the Mess commentary on so...

In this episode of WhoIs, DJ Quicksilva sits down with DMV nightlife icon and cultural connector Phat Cat for a deeply personal, unfiltered conversation. From shaping the golden era of D.C. club culture and rubbing shoulders with music legends to sharing the raw, inspiring reality of his journey living with chronic kidney disease, Phat Cat opens up like never before. Tap in for a masterclass on lo...

This week on the Who Is Podcast, we sit down with one of the most powerful voices helping shape the future of Baltimore—entrepreneur, business leader, strategist, and change-maker Shelonda Stokes. A proud Baltimore native and Morgan State University graduate, Shelonda's journey has taken her from earning a degree in electrical engineering to building greiBO Media into an award-winning marketing an...

This week on the Who Is Podcast, we shine the spotlight on one of the DJs who helped define Baltimore's legendary club era—DJ Cornbread. Long before Baltimore Club Music became a global sound, Cornbread was putting it down on Baltimore dance floors, including the legendary Club Choices, where his sets became part of the city's emerging club-music culture. From his early days sneaking into his moth...

This week on the Who Is Podcast, we welcome Baltimore entrepreneur, visionary, mentor, and community advocate Carlmichael “Stokey” Cannady. Known throughout the city simply as Stokey, his journey is one of resilience, redemption, and transformation. As the CEO of The Stokey Project, he has built a platform centered around business, marketing, mentorship, entertainment, and creating opportunities f...

To celebrate Hip-Hop's 53rd birthday, Quicksilva brought the #WhoIs podcast to the National Hip Hop Museum's Official birthday celebration in Baltimore, MD. This legendary sit-down was with some of the hip-hop greats including Grand Wizzard Theodore, Grap Luva, DJ Doo-Wop, Jay Quan, and DJ Kool.

This week on the Who Is Podcast, we shine the spotlight on Baltimore native, rapper, songwriter, and music industry veteran Marquise “Da Kidd” Collins. A product of Baltimore's rich music culture, Da Kidd has spent years making his mark behind the microphone and behind the scenes, building relationships with some of the biggest names connected to the city's music and entertainment scene. His journ...

       This week on the Who Is Podcast, we welcome Baltimore Club Music pioneer and veteran DJ, DJ Spice. For more than three decades, Spice has been one of the defining voices behind Baltimore's legendary club scene, helping introduce the city's unmistakable sound to audiences across the region and beyond. As one of the original DJs on Baltimore's X105.7 during the station's groundbreaking embrac...

This week on the Who Is Podcast, we welcome one of the most influential producers to ever emerge from Baltimore—DJ, producer, and cultural innovator Blaqstarr. A pioneer of the Baltimore Club sound, Blaqstarr helped take the city's signature music from neighborhood dance floors to the global stage. His groundbreaking production work has earned him collaborations with some of the biggest names in m...

This week on the Who Is Podcast, we welcome one of the most influential women in Baltimore entertainment—Tracye Stafford. As the founder and CEO of IKON Entertainment, Tracye has spent decades building the city's live music and nightlife scene from the ground up. From transforming an empty parking garage into the iconic Sonar concert venue to opening The Velvet Rope—now known as Ikonic Live—she ha...

     This week on the Who Is Podcast, we welcome the incomparable LaDawn Black—a trailblazing media personality whose voice has informed, entertained, and inspired audiences for more than two decades. Best known for creating the iconic Love Zone and redefining relationship radio in Baltimore, LaDawn built one of the region's most successful radio franchises before taking her talents to New York's...

This week on the Who Is Podcast, we welcome Baltimore's own Larian Finney, an entrepreneur, community leader, and visionary dedicated to creating opportunities and driving positive change throughout the city. Through his work in business, mentorship, and community development, Larian has built a reputation for turning ideas into action while empowering the next generation to dream bigger and achie...

This week on the Who Is Podcast, we welcome a true hip-hop pioneer, Master Gee of the legendary Sugarhill Gang. As one of the voices behind the groundbreaking classic "Rapper's Delight," Master Gee helped introduce hip-hop to the world and played a pivotal role in transforming the culture into a global movement. Today, he's continuing that mission as a partner with the National Hip-Hop Museum, wor...

This week on the Who Is Podcast, we welcome one of the DMV's most respected and recognizable voices in radio and entertainment, DJ Analyze. As a celebrated radio personality, DJ, and cultural influencer, Analyze has spent years connecting audiences to the music, artists, and stories that define the region's vibrant culture. Known for his passion for hip-hop, his dedication to breaking new talent,...

This week on the Who Is Podcast, Quick welcomes actor, recording artist, entrepreneur, and community advocate Trey Chaney. Best known for his memorable portrayal of Poot Carr on the groundbreaking HBO series The Wire, Trey has built a multifaceted career that extends far beyond the screen. From his early beginnings in the Washington, D.C. area to becoming a respected figure in film, television, mu...

This week on the Who Is Podcast, we sit down with one of the DMV's most influential behind-the-scenes figures, P-Stew. Known throughout the region as a respected media personality, tastemaker, and talent manager, P-Stew has spent years helping shape careers, build brands, and connect artists with opportunities across music, radio, entertainment, and digital media. His unique ability to identify ta...

This week on the Who Is Podcast, we welcome Washington, D.C. legend Anwan "Big G" Glover, a cultural icon whose impact spans music, television, and community leadership. Known worldwide for his unforgettable portrayal of Slim Charles on HBO's The Wire, Big G was already a hometown hero as the founding frontman of the legendary BackYard Band, one of the most influential groups in the history of D.C...

This week on the Who Is Podcast, Quicksilva sits down with Baltimore native and music industry powerhouse Kevin Liles for an in-depth conversation about leadership, culture, and legacy. From his early roots in Baltimore to helping shape some of the biggest careers in hip-hop and entertainment, Kevin reflects on the lessons, relationships, and vision that guided his rise to becoming one of the most...

In partnership with the DC Public Library, the WhoIs Podcast recently sat down with businessman, television personality, philanthropist, and multi-platinum recording artist, 2 Chainz. We discuss his new book "The Voice In My Head is God" exploring his spiritual journey from his upbringing in College Park, Georgia, through his rise in music and business, crediting an inner voice, which he identifie...

This week on WhoIs with QuickSilva we tap in with a true Baltimore legend — Diamond K 🔥 From producing the classic “Hey You Knuckleheads” to helping shape the sound of Baltimore club culture, Diamond K has been putting on for the city since the early days — building hits, breaking artists, and moving crowds up and down the East Coast   But this episode goes deeper than music… 💥 Diamond K shares...

This episode of WhoIs with QuickSilva taps in with the Baltimore legend, DJ Class —Class is arguably one of the best selling baltimore club music artist of all time. His songs are embedded in the fabric of Baltimore city spanning generations. From being an DJ, an entrepreneur, father, and world wide producer / artist, DJ Class discusses the ups & downs of his journey and some of his impactful...

🎙️ NEXT UP on WhoIs with QuickSilva… we’re sitting down with a LEGEND. We’re talking about none other than Russ Parr — a true pioneer in radio, entertainment, and culture. From dominating the airwaves for decades to shaping conversations that matter, Russ Parr has been a voice you feel, not just hear. And now… he’s making his highly anticipated return to radio 📻🔥 Starting THIS MONDAY, it’s a new...

This week on WhoIs With QuickSilva, Quick links up with Baltimore legend DJ Booman for a raw, unfiltered conversation that dives deep into the roots, rise, and realities of the Baltimore Club scene. Booman takes us back to the early days—from throwing parties that got shut down at home, to witnessing the moment when V103 went off air and the culture had to pivot. He breaks down the creative energy...