Phire in the Hole

In this episode of 'Fire in the Hole', host Phire Jones welcomes Amber Nicolle, a talented actress and creator of the show 'Trayizon'. They discuss the challenges of self-funding creative projects, the importance of SAG-AFTRA membership, and Amber's journey in the entertainment industry. The conversation highlights the resilience required to navigate the ups and downs of Hollywood, the significanc...

In this episode of Phire in the Hole, host Phire Jones sits down with Bay Area artist, entrepreneur, and creator Mr. Loco (Loc Da Smoke) for an in-depth conversation about music, creativity, and building a lasting legacy. Mr. Loco reflects on his early influences in hip-hop, his journey as an independent artist, and how songwriting became both a creative outlet and a form of personal therapy. He d...

In this week’s episode of Phire in the Hole, Phire Jones sits down with Yaki Kadafi fora raw conversation about hip-hop culture, independent grind, podcasting, and the journey from local stages to interviewing some of the biggest names in the industry. Born and raised in Pagedale, St. Louis, Missouri, Israel “Yaki Kadafi” Pacoso discovered his love for hip-hop at an early age after his father brou...

In this inaugural episode of Phire in the Hole After Dark, host Phire Jones welcomes his brother Tommy Bishop for an unfiltered conversation about their lives, experiences in the music industry, and personal stories. They delve into Tommy's journey from Philadelphia to working with notable artists, the challenges faced in the music scene, and the importance of health and well-being in the industry...

This week on Rhine in the Hole, Phire Jones sits down with close friend and multi-talented artist Paul Lipsey for a laid-back but insightful conversation. Paul shares stories from his journey in the hip hop scene, including his connections with some notable names in the industry and the experiences that helped shape his sound and creative vision. They dive into Paul’s wide range of accomplishments...

Phire Jones welcomes Michael J. Netherly Sr., better known in the culture as RocBox, a veteran MC, beatboxer, and the driving force behind RhymeRocca Entertainment, LLC. With 43 years of rhyming, beatboxing, and building his craft — and nearly three decades as an independent artist — RocBox pulls up to the mic with a story rooted in grind, longevity, and pure hip-hop DNA. From the early days of sh...

In this episode, Phire Jones sits down with a true architect of modern soul and R&B— Charles Simmons, a multi-platinum songwriter, veteran performer, and the creative force behind both Family Circle and the next-generation collective Charles Simmons & NFC. With over 30 years in the game, Charles has lived the kind of musical journey most artists only dream about. He’s rocked stages with ic...

In this premiere episode of Phire in the Hole, host Phire Jones talks with Lizzi Liz, a mother of 4 from south Texas! An underground music artist currently transforming to gospel rap and Christian Rap, Liz is also a content creator for Facebook and many other platforms, building her legacy one note at a time.