Capital City PodCast

DJ Billy Bill joins the Capital City Podcast for an unforgettable conversation about his journey through North Carolina’s hip-hop culture—from learning to DJ in Durham to becoming a key figure at the legendary Mr. Freeze Records in Raleigh. Billy Bill shares stories from the golden era of mixtapes, earning a residency at Kamikaze’s, working alongside Mr. Freeze, building one of the Triangle’s long...

Capital J breaks down the real process behind making mixtapes before streaming, downloads, and social media. From hunting records, choosing the hottest first song, blending R&B with hip-hop, shouting out stores, dubbing tapes, selling hand-to-hand, and building street distribution — this episode is a history lesson on mixtape culture from someone who lived it. DL Glass connects the mixtape gri...

Disclaimer: The words and opinions expressed are those of the Hip Hop Chef and do not necessarily represent the opinions and views of the Capital City podcast. Before he became known as the Hip Hop Chef, he was helping shape North Carolina’s hip-hop culture. In this episode of Capital City Podcast, Capital J and DL Glass sit down with the Hip Hop Chef to discuss his journey through the early days...

The DJ being late can ruin the whole event. Capital J breaks down why being on time is not just professional — it protects the promoter, the venue, the crowd, and your own reputation. Full episode at capitalcitypodcast.com and YouTube youtube.com/@capitalcity919 #CapitalCityPodcast #DJLife #HipHopCulture #RaleighNC #PodcastClips

In this episode of the Capital City Podcast, Capital J and DL Glass sit down with the one and only Dame of Dame's Chicken & Waffles for an in-depth conversation about entrepreneurship, struggle, reinvention, and building one of North Carolina’s most recognized restaurant brands. Dame shares the untold story behind the creation of Dame’s Chicken & Waffles — from struggling as a caterer and...

After 20+ years in radio, Brian Dawson sits down with Capital City Podcast for one of his most honest conversations yet. In this episode, Brian Dawson opens up about: Why he officially left radio Feeling like the industry was moving too slow Building his DJ brand outside the station Making more money beyond radio Outgrowing comfort and betting on himself The business of media, branding, and longev...

On this episode of Capital City Podcast, Capital J and DL Glass break down a question every DJ, podcaster, producer, filmmaker, and creator has to face: does the quality of your equipment really matter? From DJ controllers, microphones, speakers, and wires to cameras, laptops, CDs, tapes, and studio gear, this conversation gets real about the difference between cheap equipment and true quality. Ca...

Is regional music dead? In this episode of Capital City Podcast, Capital J and DL Glass dig into one of the most important questions in music culture today: has hip-hop lost its local identity? From go-go, bounce, hyphy, Detroit rap, Miami bass, chopped and screwed, and Southern Soul to the rise of national sounds driven by streaming and industry consolidation, this conversation breaks down how re...

Before hip-hop took over mainstream radio and clubs, it had to grow somewhere. In this episode, Capital J and DL Glass take listeners back to the skating rink era — when rinks like Sports World gave young people their first taste of nightlife, music culture, fashion, DJing, and live hip-hop energy. From Rocky Mount to Greenville to cities across the country, this conversation breaks down how skati...

In Episode 138, Capital J and Dana Glass tackle a question shaking music culture right now: Will AI kill the DJs? From AI-generated playlists and Apple Music blending songs to the decline of radio and the rise of non-DJ party hosts, this episode breaks down how technology is changing the value of real DJ skill, live performance, MCing, and music discovery. Is AI just a tool, or is it quietly repla...

Who really bridges the hip-hop generation gap in 2025—young heads the old heads rock with, and old heads the young crowd still plays? Capital J and DL Glass break down the “grown folks party” test: who makes it into the room, who gets skipped, and why the sound has drifted so far that some new artists don’t translate at all. We talk Glorilla’s Memphis familiarity, why some “ratchet” joints still m...

Hip-hop didn’t jump to “extreme” overnight—it evolved. In this episode, Capital J and D.L. Glass break down the progression pattern that keeps repeating in the culture: something small shows up, nobody checks it, then years later it explodes into the new normal. From raunchy rap shifting from “you had to be at the show” to on wax to full-on image + brand, to gang culture going from references… to...

The club looks the same… but everything about DJ’ing—and the crowd—has changed. Capital J and D.L. Glass sit down with Deron Juan (102 Jamz / Heavy Hitters) to break down the real shift from the vinyl era to today’s waveform era: why DJs run through songs faster, how attention spans (and social media) changed the whole party, why dance floors are basically extinct, and what DJs used to have to do...

On this episode of the Capital City Podcast, Capital J and D.L. Glass are joined by M Woods to debate a heavy question: what’s the worst thing to ever happen in hip-hop? Starting at the beginning with Scott La Rock’s death, the conversation moves through major turning points like the Biz Markie sampling lawsuit, the rise of violence and gang/drug culture, Tupac signing to Death Row, the deaths of...

Capital City Podcast #133 "The end of an era in hip-hop"

Capital City Podcast #132 How Radio has Changed ft Dj DVS

Plies went viral asking a question every DJ has heard before: “Why y’all play the same 15 songs?” Capital J and DL Glass bring in a real panel to answer it the right way — DJ 360 (one of the Triangle’s busiest DJs), DJ Skaz Digga (Butter Team / on the road with Big Daddy Kane), and Patrice representing the real party people who know when a DJ is actually DJing. They break down the truth behind “sa...

In this powerful episode of the Capital City Podcast, hosts Capital J and DL Glass sit down with Dr. D, widely recognized as a pioneer of the Gospel DJ movement, to break down the untold history of how DJs helped shape gospel music, hip-hop culture, and faith-based spaces. Dr. D shares real stories from the early days of spinning records in churches, the pushback DJs faced, and how gospel DJ cultu...

On this episode of the Capital City Podcast, Capital J and DL Glass sit down for one of the realest conversations of the season — pushing through the moments when creativity, motivation, and life just ain’t hitting the way they usually do. This isn’t a hype episode. It’s an honest one. The fellas talk openly about burnout, losing momentum, expectations from the culture, and how hard it can be to s...

In this shorter-format episode, Capital J and DL Glass explore the idea of “party-goers” across different generations — how social energy, nightlife culture, and community gathering have changed (or stayed the same) over time. They reflect on the way attitudes, spaces, music, and generational shifts influence how people “come out to vibe,” highlighting how history, culture, and personal experience...

In this episode of Capital City Podcast, host Capital J sits down with legendary DJ Sir Charles Mixin’ Dixon to explore his journey from underground club nights to major radio shows, how technology changed the game, and what it takes to stay relevant as a creative in a shifting scene. Tune in for stories, advice, and behind-the-scenes talk for anyone building in music, media or brand culture.

At 44:52, DJ Deluxe drops one of the realest DJ confessions we’ve heard — the moment he had seconds to save a dying crowd and turned the whole building around. DL Glass and Capital J sit down with DJ Deluxe, one of Raleigh’s most versatile DJs, to talk about the grind behind the turntables and the moments that define a real DJ. In this episode: • How Deluxe flipped his toughest crowd moment • Rale...

In this episode of the Capital City Podcast with Capital J , we dive into “The Cost of Hip-Hop” 💥 What does it really take to stay true in the game when the stakes are high? From major deals to independent moves, we’re peeling back the layers of the grind and what it really costs. Tune in, lean back, and let’s get into it. 🎤👇 🎧 Listen now: [link in bio] 📍Raleigh-based, global mindset. #HipHop...

Capital City Podcast #124 "DJ Fatz The Governor" From mixtape roots to running the Carolinas’ airwaves, DJ Fatz aka “The Governor” sits down with Capital City Podcast to discuss his legacy in hip-hop, the evolution of DJ culture, and the grind behind staying relevant in today’s music scene. He shares stories from his early days in the Raleigh/Durham circuit, the lessons learned from working with m...

Triad’s own DJ Enapop joins the Capital City Podcast to break down his come-up, his connection to the streets and clubs that shaped North Carolina’s hip-hop sound, and the business side of DJ life in 2025. From early mixtapes to viral moments, this conversation dives into hustle, legacy, and staying true to the craft. 💬 Real talk. No filters. All culture. Listen now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iH...