Arts Block Podcast

Just like that, we're back! I took about 2 weeks off and now I'm ready to get back into the groove of things. We have a lot to discuss during a very short period. First King Combs released a diss track aimed at 50 Cent and also snitched on himself and his family to the FBI while he was at it. We're talking about everything that came out about diddy while I was gone. We're talking a...

I said I wasn't going to do another episode this season but... here I am! With the Kendrick and Drake beef coming to an end let's talk about the facts. This beef changed the trajectory of Hip-Hop. This beef showed Kendrick and Drake in a different light (for me). AND I'M STILL TIRED OF YOU STANS!!!!!! I'm taking my two-week break now... this beef drained me. Links: https://www.inst...

Welcome to the last episode of season 6 of the Arts Block Podcast. There's a lot we need to discuss before we enter season 7. First things first, is Drake getting sued by Tupacs estate for using AI good or bad for Hip-Hop? Who wanted to fake beef with DaBaby? And WHY DID CHRIS BROWN BUY ALL OF THAT MANS CONCERT TICKETS!!! Thank you guys so much for rocking with me during season 6 it means a lo...

LET'S GET READY TO RUMBLE!!!!!!! I said I was done talking about the rap beef going on but man oh man I can't get enough of it. On today's episode of the podcast, we talk about Chris Brown and Quavo's beef. We're also going to touch on Kanye West's comments on Drake during his Justinlaboy interview. Lastly, if there is anyone in the NYC and or DC area that can braid hair DM...

Well, Well, Well. A week full of events and MAN where do we start? Today we're going to talk about J. Cole's new EP "Might Delete Later" and the impact his diss "7 Minute Drill" will have on hip hop. (Now this was recorded before the apology at Dreamville fest. We'll touch on that next week.) Also, we're going to talk about all of the bad takes that I've see...

Welcome back to another great episode of the Arts Block Podcast. I have a lot of questions this episode and very few answers BUT the biggest question of them all is... Is this the end of the road? The end of an era? Is this my last Arts Block Podcast? Find out on this week's episode. Links: https://www.instagram.com/ericcurryiii/ https://www.instagram.com/artsblockpodcast/ https://linktr.ee/Ar...

What a weekend full of events in hip-hop!!! Today we're going to talk about the Metro Boomin and Future collab album "We Don't Trust You". We're also going talk about Kendrick Lamar dissing J. Cole and Drake, trying to reclaim the rap throne. So please sit back, relax, and enjoy this episode of the Arts Block Podcast. Links: https://www.instagram.com/ericcurryiii/ https://www...

On today's episode of the Arts Block Podcast, I'm recording for the first time in a couple of weeks. Today we're talking about what I was doing while I was gone and what I learned and realized. We touch on how it feels to now tell people about your potential/ talents, how to manage the gift you've been giving, and also dropping out of school. Thank you guys for tuning in and I will...

Today on the Arts Block Podcast we have singer and songwriter Logan Woods on the podcast. Logan grew up in Baltimore, Maryland but moved down to Atlanta to pursue a music career. Today, we're talking about her journey and how she got here today. We're also going to talk about her EP 'Decisions' and future projects she has coming up. Check out the links below to keep up with everyth...

Today I have my good friend King Dullah back on the podcast again. Today we will continue our conversation about art. We're going to talk about the state of art, where we see art heading into the future, and where we see ourselves in the artistic spaces that we are in. My Links: https://www.instagram.com/ericcurryiii/ https://www.instagram.com/artsblockpodcast/ https://linktr.ee/ArtsBlock King...

Today I have my good friend King Dullah back on the podcast. Today we catch up to see where King Dullah has been these last 3 years, him being a TikTok sensation and also his new single "Love Hard" that's coming out this Friday. My Links: https://www.instagram.com/ericcurryiii/ https://www.instagram.com/artsblockpodcast/ https://linktr.ee/ArtsBlock King Dullah Links: https://www.inst...

I'M BACK WITH SEASON 6!!!!! It's hard to be an artist and it's even harder to be an artist that has bad days. Well, I've been having a string of really hard days and I feel like this is the perfect time for a hard reset. It's time for something new, something different. It's time to get yourself out of this dark spot and start being great again. Imma bring the energy but yo...

Today we have a lot to discuss. First things first I'M BACK IN NYC!!!!!! And it's FREEZING cold. Secondly, There's a lot of black shows that have been canceled so let's talk about why. Third a lot of people only critique when they fail to make. We're going to dive deeper into that logic and start speaking on the gifts that God blesses you with. Lastly, we're going to talk a...

This is my last podcast episode in Washington DC. While this feeling is bitter sweet it was only a matter of tiem before mt time came. On Today's episode of the Arts Block Podcast I speak on how my time home and away has affected me, we talk about how the devil is good at advertising, and for you to be better you have to want better. My Links: https://www.instagram.com/artsblockpodcast/ https:...

A lot has gone on this week and luckily for you, I'm going to speak about some of it. On today's episode we talk about Yasiin Bey (Mos Def) and his take on weather Drake is Hip Hop, we talk about peoples online persona's, and lastly we write letters to our future selves. My Links: https://www.instagram.com/artsblockpodcast/ https://www.instagram.com/ericcurryiii/ https://linktr.ee/Arts...

Happy New Year ladies and gentlemen. 2024 is a new year but i'm doing the same old shenanigans I was last year. Today i'm giving you all the list of things that I want and don't want to see going into the new year. We're going to talk about relationships, creativity, and of course art. I'm also going to touch on where I want to be in 2024 with all of my endevours. So sit back a...

We have to start leaving the past in the past. A lot of older people complain about the younger generation who's taking over the game. Whether that's music, sports, theatre, or media, there is always that one OG who has something to say in regards to the direction the new generation is taking the art or profession that he loves. Today's episode is in response to all of the OG's on...

The world today is in a very weird place especially craeatively. We hear the same things on the radio, see the same things on the TV screen, and scroll past the same things on social media. However, the rapper Bas realeased an album entitled "We Only Talk About Real Sh*t When We're F*cked Up. And today I am going to be doing a deep dive into what that means of us as artist today. Links: h...

When I say "artist never die" it's not just saying. It's a movement. It's the journey that you go through and the hard work you put in to make what you are called to do happen. It's your hardwork that is everlasting and that will change the world and keep you name alive forever. However, I now have a different definition. Something that artist can take with them before th...

Today I had my good friend come visit me in NYC and she decided to hop on the podcast. Alaysia Lawson is a young actress from Washington, DC, and I had the pleasure of being in an ensemble and working with her in highschool. Today you're going to hear me and Alaysia catchup on life as an actor and college student, trials and tribulations you have to go through personally, and therapy. Alaysia&...

I've been in a season of expectation. I've been expecting something new to come. I've been expecting greatness to happen. I've been expecting God to put his hands on my work. However, how do we manage expectations? How do you not get over-consumed by what you're expecting? Do I have the answers... no. But I for sure want to present the questions.

This week on the Arts Block Podcast I will be discussing some of the lessons that I learned during Thanksgiving break. While talking to my family about my now and my future, I've gained a lot of wisdom and knowledge. Today I will be speaking on the wisdom that I've gained and how I am currently applying that to my everyday life.

My first guest on Season 5 of the Arts Block Podcast is my girl N'Dea Banks-Mackey. N'Dea is an actress, director, writer, poet, and more. On this episode, we talk about everything from weird sh*t, to what it was like leading an ensemble, to what we want our futures to look like as artists. N'Dea's links: https://www.instagram.com/ndeaaaa._/ My Links: https://www.instagram.com/arts...

I know life is hard and sometimes you want to rush the process. Trust me I'm the same way. But remember when you bake there's a time on the back of the box telling you how long the food needs to bake. Sometimes you just have to sit back, and let it cook.

IMMMMM BAAACKKKKKK!!!!! And I'm for real this time lol. This season of Arts Block Podcast will look, sound, and feel different than any other season. I've grown as an interviewer, person, and creative. I'm excited for you all to experience the growth and this new journey with me. We're starting this season with just me. I want you all to hear where I've been, and what I've...