In My Humble Opinion

Wreckshop has one of the richest legacies in Houston hip hop. Now, D-Reck and Quiet Money Dot are focused on writing its next chapter. In Episode 202 of In My Humble Opinion, we sit down with the Wreckshop founder and his newest artist to discuss Quiet Money Dot's upcoming album, Million $ Dot, how the two first connected, and why this partnership feels different. They break down the creative...

For our 200th episode of In My Humble Opinion , we're bringing it back to where it all started. Dante Higgins was the very first guest to sit down with us, and now he returns alongside producer and songwriter Mark Byrd for a full circle conversation about growth, artistry, and Houston hip hop. Hailed by the Houston Press as "Houston's underappreciated man of the people," Higgins...

In the latest episode of In My Humble Opinion, Just DeVaughn and Avery welcome Mecca and Sweat of the Break Over Podcast for a wide-ranging conversation on Juneteenth celebrations outside of Texas, Houston culture, dating, podcasting, and generational perspectives on music. The sibling duo discusses their journey from virtual podcasting to building a platform in Houston while sharing stories about...

On this episode of In My Humble Opinion, we sit down with Kam Franklin and Razo of Houston's own The Suffers for a conversation about music, perseverance, and the realities of keeping a band together for more than a decade. We discuss how The Suffers have managed to survive and thrive as a large ensemble in an industry where many groups struggle to stay together, the intentional structure they...

This week we sit down with Tyla-Simone Crayton, founder and CEO of Sienna Sauce and Sienna Wings. What started as a family wing business has grown into a nationally recognized brand, but the journey has been anything but typical. During our conversation, Tyla-Simone reflects on building Sienna Sauce from the ground up, the experience of pitching on Shark Tank, and the unexpected path that led her...

This week’s episode is about nothing, featuring Peyton. We spoke about dating, her album, dating again, her vinyl release party with Stones Throw in LA, dating, Frenchy’s, the lack of children named Craig, and a bunch of other stuff...

Dinero Sinatra and Derryk Rhodes pull up to break down the making of The Mechanic , a collaborative project that builds directly from the foundation laid in Morning to Midnight: A Weekend Requiem . What started as an extension of an already personal body of work turns into something broader, with both artists shaping the sound, direction, and identity of the album in real time. The conversation mo...

Shelby Stewart’s path through media doesn’t follow a straight line, and that’s part of what makes this conversation land the way it does. A Houston journalist who built her foundation writing blogs and grinding through local coverage before stepping into legacy spaces like the Houston Chronicle, she now sits in a national role as Content Director at Essence Magazine, helping shape the voice of one...

On this episode of the In My Humble Opinion Podcast , we sit down with Lebra Jolie for a real conversation that goes beyond the music. From getting into fights and changing schools to finding her voice through rap, she breaks down how it all started and what pushed her into the booth. We get into the highs and lows of the industry, what it feels like to constantly rebuild, and the mindset behind h...

This week Hennyru breaks down the vision behind the Jugghaus Archive and what it really takes to preserve a city’s history when most of it was never formally documented. From rare finds to intentional storytelling, he talks about building Jugghaus from the ground up, his recent collaboration with Supreme, and why the legacy of DJ Screw still demands care, attention, and accuracy. Todd Louis brings...

This week we sit down with Derrick McKinney, founder of L.O.U.D. Muzik and somebody who has been moving in the music business for over 20 years. His background runs from early days with FUBU and street marketing to working with major labels and artists, and now building his own system for developing talent here in Houston and beyond. We get into what he actually expects from artists on his label a...

This week we sit down with Houston soul singer Eddie Coke for a conversation that moves between music, purpose, and perspective. From working alongside names like Paul Wall, Big Pokey, and Quiet Money Dot to collaborating across Houston’s independent scene, Eddie reflects on how those relationships helped shape both his sound and his approach to the industry. His catalog also connects him to artis...

This week we sit down with Houston based bartender and creative Bevin to talk about Aphro, her editorial cocktail book that blends drinks, storytelling, and a deeper look at connection and curiosity. Built around the sexual response cycle, Aphro pairs original cocktail recipes with narrative, photography, and cultural reflection, turning each section into an exploration of emotion, desire, and hum...

This week we sit down with Houston rapper BuddieRoe for a conversation about the work it really takes to build a career in music. He talks with us about his relationship with Bun B and what it means to have guidance from one of the city’s most respected voices. He also speaks on his feelings about other OG's, the path and effort it takes for an artist to go from unknown to established, and the...

On this episode of In My Humble Opinion , we sit down with comedian Marcus D. Wiley for a real conversation about the business, faith, and resilience behind his journey in standup. Known for his clean but culturally sharp comedy, Marcus opens up about the decision to release his comedy specials independently and why ownership and control matter more than ever in today’s entertainment landscape. We...

In this episode of In My Humble Opinion , we sit down with Houston artist and producer Derryk Rhodes for a real conversation about his new album Morning to Midnight: A Weekend Requiem and the work that goes into building a lasting career in music. Derryk breaks down the creative process behind the project, the stories that shaped the sound, and why this release represents a major step forward in h...

This week In My Humble Opinion welcomes rapper and community leader AJ McQueen for a conversation centered on growth, purpose, and what it really means to evolve. Known for his introspective approach to hip hop, AJ joins us to talk about Godbody Weekend, the Houston based experience he created to bring people together through music, wellness, service, and intentional connection. We also dive into...

This week's guest is music producer and songwriter Mark Byrd. We get into his journey in music, how he has dealt with mental health, and what he has learned along the way in the industry. Mark talks about his move from Chicago to Houston and how that shift changed both his sound and his mindset. He also shares stories from working with artists and producers like Dr. Dre, Kanye West, CyHi the P...

On the latest episode, we sit down with Rob Gullatte and Jett I. Masstyr to talk about their new album The Nosebleed Section. We get into how the project came together, how their creative relationship developed over time, and what it looks like to still be making music after two decades in Houston’s scene. They talk about where they started, how their careers have shifted, what they are listening...

In this episode, we sit down with singer and songwriter Peyton for a wide ranging conversation about her journey as an artist and the moments that helped shape her sound. Peyton reflects on earning music placements on Issa Rae’s Insecure and what it meant to hear her work woven into a series that reshaped television’s relationship with Black storytelling. She talks about her early foundation at Ho...

In this episode of In My Humble Opinion , we sit down with Houston’s own God Body Bingo for a conversation that moves from heartbreak to hustle. He opens up about losing his father and how that loss continues to influence his art and path forward. We dig into the high of being selected for a writers’ camp on Issa Rae’s Rap Sh!t and what that opportunity taught him about writing for television and...

On this episode of In My Humble Opinion , we sit down with Houston rapper Quiet Money Dot and producer Pugtunes to trace their journeys from South Park/Sunnyside and Mo City to the release of their new album Souf Sia 4 Lia . The duo shares how they first connected, the influences of their upbringings, and why they intentionally shifted their sound to embrace a more cultural and regional identity r...

On this episode of In My Humble Opinion , we sit down with Houston duo Blaze X Black to talk about their new album and the journey that brought them here. Together, Rick Blaze and Bishop Black have been carving out a lane that blends sharp lyricism, live instrumentation, and a commitment to making music on their own terms. The conversation takes listeners back to the very beginning as Blaze and Bl...

Houston R&B singer Jack Freeman has built his name with a sound rooted in soul and storytelling, drawing comparisons to legends while carving his own lane. He’s opened for artists like Bilal, John Legend, Anthony Hamilton, and PJ Morton , and his most recent project Nina was shaped through his collaboration with Grammy-winning producer Bryan-Michael Cox . In this episode, Jack talks about how...

Houston’s own Dende stops by In My Humble Opinion to talk about his journey from grassroots shows to signing with Def Jam , what listeners can expect from his upcoming album, and how real life experiences shape his music. We get into everything from the aggressive amount of roast beef in an Arby’s Number 1 to the story behind filming a video right after a fight. He also opens up about whether new...