A.D.A.P.T.

In this episode of A.D.A.P.T., Black podcasting innovator Aaron A-King speaks with Solomon Hillfleet about his upbringing in Brooklyn, his start in internet radio with PNC Radio, and how the Combat Jack Show came to be. King also speaks on the future of podcasting and his next steps. Follow him on social media https://www.instagram.com/itsaking/ Follow Solomon https://www.instagram.com/solomonhill...

In this second installment, DJ, Promoter,Journalist, and Radio Host DJ PowerLord explains how he got his start as a music promoter in the 90s in Atlanta. He mentions his work with Big Oomp artist Hitman Sammy Sam and describes how he got started as a journalist and now a radio host.

Super producer Big Korey first came on the music scene at nine with a production credit on DJ Unk's song Fresh Dressed. Over the course of his 25 years of life, he's worked hard to brand himself as a complete producer, contributing beats to everyone from 2 Chainz, Gucci Mane, and NBA YoungBoy. In this interview Big Korey walks us through his early beginnings, teenage years, current work, a...

In this episode, Solomon speaks to Army Captain Tristian Smith about his life as a child in the Georgia DFAC system. He walks us through his early challenges, the moment his life changed for the better and next steps for him. Follow him on social media IG: @educated_scorpio88 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tristian.smith.94 

In this episode of A.D.A.P.T. Radio, Solomon Hillfleet speaks with one of the south's architects, MC Assault. As one founder of Big Oomp Records, MC Assault has played a role in the creation, promotion, and elevation of Atlanta's first independent record label. In this hour-plus interview, Assault details his origins in the Jonesboro South Projects all the way to the label's peak with Walk it Out....

In this episode, Solomon sits with hyphenate P.S. from McDonough, Georgia to talk about his music and media career. P.S. walks us through how he got started with music, his college days at GSU, and what he hopes to get out of music and art. Follow P.S Instagram: phillex_stewart

In this episode change agent King Randall of Albany, Georgia walks us through his story, explaining how he became a renaissance man. King Randall explains the role of his family and community in equipping him with vocational skills, breaks down his time in the military and also explains what his goal is for the Life Preparatory Academy. 

Southside rapper Big A Prado has been a part of the music industry for some time now. Ever since he came on the scene he's made himself valuable, serving as an artist, engineer, and writer. In this interview, Solomon Hillfleet peers into his life and career, asking him about his Panamanian roots and musical partnerships.  Follow Big A Prado Instagram @bigaprado Twitter @BigAPrado

Solomon Hillfleet speaks with acclaimed music artist Mykko Montana about his journey from Clay Co to the top of the BET Awards. Mykko reflects on the ten-year anniversary of his iconic song, "Do It" and walks us through his family tree of Atlanta bass music, his mixtape grind, personal challenges and his plan to stack more raccades.  Follow Mykko Montana  IG: @mykkomontana Twitter: @mykk...

In this episode, Solomon Hillfleet speaks with Killen, Texas rap great Spark Dawg about his story growing up in Texas as a military child, creating a legit hustle, and carving out a lane for himself in the game. Spark discusses his time with Scarface, Drumma Boy, and even sheds some insight into his early rap aliases.  Follow Spark Dawg: IG: spark_a_gram Twitter:SparkDawgMusic

Rap pioneer Daddy O from the legendary group Stetsasonic sits down with Solomon Hillfleet to discuss his group's story. Covering the group's origin from 1981 to now, Daddy O explains how they got started, pivotal moments in rap, sampling, and the current state of rap. 

In this episode, Taylor Gang artist Fedd the God walks Solomon through his life story. Fedd describes his upbringing on Pittsburgh's Northside, his first foray into music and promotion, the challenges of rising out of Pittsburgh and his goals as a rising star. Follow Fedd the God IG:@feddthegod Twitter:@FeddTheGod

In this episode, trap producer Drumma Boy speaks with Solomon about his new single, Our Day, and his upcoming project, Welcome to My City Vol.4. 

In this episode, Solomon sits down with DJ Jelly, of the Southern Style DJs, and discusses everything from his origin in St. Louis to his time in Atlanta's early rap scene. Jelly walks us through his work at Magic City, V103, Hot 107.9, as well as his work with Atlanta's first rap record label, Big Oomp Records, while also giving us gems on Atlanta's early artists. 

In this episode, legendary Atlanta record label owner Big Oomp walks us through how he got his start. Beginning with his upbringing, Big Oomp walks us through how he got his name, how he met the major pieces involved in Big Oomp Records, and how they created the landscape for Atlanta's rap scene.  Follow Big Oomp on IG: @therealbigoomp Follow Big Oomp Records on IG: @bigoomprecords

In this episode of A.D.A.P.T., Solomon gets the chance to have a conversation with DJ Montay about his life, career, and goals as a producer. Montay walks us through his childhood and how he got into producing music as well as explains the role DJ Jelly and Big Oomp played in her personal development. He also describes his relationship with T-Pain and how it feels to have a diamond certified recor...

In this episode, Solomon Hillfleet talks to former heavyweight boxer Ed Latimore. The two discuss Ed's past growing up in the projects of Pittsburgh and analyze his experiences as a boxer, college student, and a former military servicemen. Solomon also questions Ed about his successful online newsletter, Stoic Street Smarts, which he started ten years ago and Ed gives advice on how to become a mor...

In this episode, Solomon talks to Savannah's biggest rap threat, King Bogus the Monarch. King Bogus walks us through his childhood growing up overseas and then Savannah all the way up to now as the head of his own label, the 9er. IG: @kingbogusthemon Twitter: @kingbogusthemon Facebook: King Bogus, the Monarch

In this episode, Solomon Hillfleet speaks with Dallas rapper, Da'Mont, about his goals to shed light on the growing rap scene. He discusses everything from his childhood to college and his musical partnership with his good friend C Young.  IG: da_mont_ Twitter:Da_Mont_

On this episode of A.D.A.P..T. Radio, Solomon Hillfleet sits down with artist CheekoFue and discusses his life in Miami. Cheeko walks us through his life in Miami from childhood to adult hood and explains the trials and tribulations he overcame before signing with Big Oomp Records in 2019.  IG: @CheekoFue Twitter : @CheekoFue

In this episode of A.D.A.P.T., Solomon sits down with singer, songwriter, dancer, and creative Shontee Renee of Big Oomp Records in Atlanta, GA. Shonte walks the listeners through her humble beginnings growing up in Southwest Atlanta and mentions a bit of everything from her work with T-Pain to her professional and personal relationship with her fiance DJ Montay. Fresh off the release of her new s...

In this episode, Solomon sits and talks with artist CashUsKing about his Valentine Day project, Cashus Kingdom , HeavenManEarth , his upcoming album, Weight of the Wind , as well as a slew of other topics including the NY Drill scene and Joe Rogan.  Follow Solomon Hillfleet on IG and Twitter @solomonhillflee Follow CashUsKing on IG @cashusking and on Twitter @CossUs Download his new album, Ca...

In this episode of A.D.A.P.T. Radio, Solomon sits down with an Atlanta historian known as Kodakk 6000. A member of one of Atlanta's dance crews, Motion Sickness, he was around when the snap movement came to power. He contributed heavily to the city's musical scene, helping to create several dances from Whoop Rico to the Hol up dance. Listen as he shares his experiences. 

In this episode, Solomon sits down with Akron, Ohio native Heem the Artist and discusses his story. Heem walks us through life in Akron, the streets allure, sports, college dropouts, and a host of other experiences. Candid and welcoming, he doesn't hold any punches. Heem also tells us what we can expect from his brand including new music, videos and merchandise. Follow Heem the Artist  IG: @h...

In this episode of Waking Hour, Cashus and I speak on the recent war of words between Royce Da 5'9, Lupe Fiasco, and Mickey Factz. They discuss their thoughts on the two songs, Silence of the Lambda, SLR 3 1/2 , and Wraith . They also speak on the timing of Mickey's diss, and the recent plight of black female athletes.  0:00- 10:04- Royce Da 5'9 and Lupe's beef records 10:04- 20:00- Generatio...