The Underground Lounge

Radio personality and The Broken Play co-host JoJo Alonso pulls up to The Underground Lounge for an episode packed with hilarious stories, real conversations, and the kind of chemistry that makes you feel like you're hanging out with friends. JoJo sits down with Lou Williams and Spank Horton to talk about her journey from Memphis to Atlanta, betting on herself to build a career in radio, working b...

After Hours Is Back , where the conversations are unfiltered, the opinions are unapologetic, and absolutely nothing is off limits. This episode features rapper, podcaster, and cultural commentator Jaewon , joining Holly and Spank for a hilarious and unpredictable conversation that goes everywhere. From debating whether New York or Los Angeles has the better food scene to discussing nightlife cultu...

Comedian, actor, and Emmy Award-winning writer Ron G joins Lou Williams and Spank Horton for a conversation packed with laughs, life lessons, and unforgettable stories. From college dorm life and fraternity culture to football, comedy, and navigating the entertainment industry, the crew covers it all with the signature chemistry and humor that make The Underground Lounge what it is. Ron opens up a...

Actor, producer, and fan-favorite star Woody McClain joins The Underground Lounge for an unforgettable conversation about the journey from viral internet sensation to one of Hollywood's most recognizable faces. Woody reflects on the early days of creating comedy skits online, touring as a dancer, and betting on himself before landing the role of Bobby Brown in The New Edition Story and The Bobby B...

Season 4 continues with another unfiltered conversation as Lou Williams, Spank Horton, and Holly get into everything from summer plans and dating expectations to nightlife adventures, cooking disasters, and the realities of getting older in the social scene. The crew debates the difference between a boat and a yacht (and why expectations matter), breaks down the art of wordplay in dating, and shar...

After a much-needed hiatus, Lou Williams, Spank Horton, and Holly reunite to kick off Season 4 from their brand-new studio and finally answer the question everyone has been asking: Where have y’all been? The crew discusses why stepping away was necessary, how the break helped them avoid burnout, and what they've been building behind the scenes during the show's biggest transition yet. From a new l...

The Underground Lounge hits a major milestone with its 100th episode, and this one is nothing short of legendary. Pulling up as a friend, not a superstar, Kevin Hart joins the room for a real, unfiltered conversation about the journey, from the grind of “Lil Kev the Bastard” to becoming a global force in comedy and entertainment. This episode is packed with stories you don’t usually hear: the earl...

In this episode, the guys sit down with 2 Chainz for a conversation that goes way beyond music. With the release of his new book "The Voice in My Head Is God", he opens up about the real-life experiences that shaped his journey, from early decisions and close calls to the moments that forced him to think differently and move with more intention. What starts as a conversation about the book quickly...

This week in the Lounge, the guys tap in with music executive and LVRN co-founder Justice Baiden for a conversation that goes way beyond the music industry. From his early days making mixtapes and realizing he had an ear for talent, to building one of the most influential creative collectives in the game, Justice breaks down what it really takes to turn passion into a career. The episode is full o...

In this episode, Domani pulls up to the Underground Lounge and proves real quick why he’s carved his own lane. From growing up around fame to intentionally stepping away from it, he breaks down why he chose to bet on himself instead of taking the easy route, and how that decision shaped his sound, his work ethic, and his identity as an artist. He opens up about discovering music at a young age, fi...

In this episode of the Underground Lounge, the crew sits down with Big Boss Vette for a conversation that blends wild humor with real-life depth. The episode kicks off with jokes, off-the-cuff stories, and hilarious takes on everything from nights out to relationships, keeping the energy loose and entertaining from the start. But the tone shifts as Vette opens up about her battle with stage four s...

On this episode of The Underground Lounge , Lou Williams and Spank Horton welcome Philadelphia legends Gillie Da Kid and Wallo267 , the dynamic duo behind the massively popular podcast Million Dollaz Worth of Game. The conversation quickly turns into a hilarious and unfiltered reunion as the guys reflect on their long history together, their early days in Philadelphia, and the relationships that h...

The fellas are joined by legendary R&B group 112 for a conversation packed with music history, hilarious stories, and real talk about surviving three decades in the industry. With over 30 years in the game , the group reflects on their journey from Atlanta to becoming one of the most recognizable voices of the late-90s and early-2000s era. They talk about the early grind, how the opportunity t...

In this episode of Underground Lounge After Hours , the crew gets into an honest and hilarious conversation about relationships, situationships, and the moment when casual starts turning into something deeper. The discussion begins with a simple but loaded question: when do you actually start developing real feelings for someone? Is it about time, exclusivity, or just a vibe you can’t ignore? From...

Grammy and Academy Award-winning producer and entrepreneur DJ Paul steps into the Lounge for a powerful, wide-ranging conversation that goes far beyond music. From his early days in Memphis selling cassette tapes in school hallways and car stereo shops, to building one of the most influential movements in hip-hop history, he breaks down the blueprint behind the grind. Paul reflects on the origins...

This episode of The Underground Lounge: After Hours turns into a soulful, grown, and wildly unfiltered conversation as the crew welcomes Grammy-nominated/Winner R&B staple Raheem DeVaughn to the couch. From the moment he steps in, the vibe is family. What starts with playful banter about his name and Ramadan quickly expands into a rich conversation about culture, hometown pride, and the evolut...

On this episode of The Underground Lounge, Lou and Spank sit down with hip hop royalty as Layzie Bone steps into the lounge to tell the unfiltered story behind the rise of Bone Thugs-N-Harmony. What starts as a nostalgic conversation quickly turns into a masterclass on hunger, originality, and longevity in the music industry. Layzie takes it back to Cleveland talent shows, forming as kids, and the...

On this episode of After Hours , the crew sits down with comedian Keon Polee for an unfiltered and hilarious conversation about stand-up comedy, confidence, bombing on stage, and the real difference between going viral and mastering the craft. Keon takes us back to his early days, from chasing basketball dreams to realizing comedy was the lane he was truly built for. He explains how growing up com...

The Underground Lounge links up with the crew from the Club 520 Podcast featuring 11-year NBA vet and NBA champion Jeff Teague, Bishop B Hen, and DJ Wells, for an episode that feels like a live locker room session mixed with a comedy show. Recorded during the energy of NBA All-Star Weekend, this conversation goes way beyond just the festivities. The guys dive into how the 520 podcast really got st...

This week on Underground Lounge: After Hours , the fellas sit down with social media star, actor, and impression assassin Nick Darnell , and it’s pure creative chaos in the best way. Nick breaks down how a kid who grew up imitating everybody around him turned “Most Talented” in high school into a real shot at Hollywood. From college theater dreams getting shut down by the pandemic to building a fo...

On this episode of The Underground Lounge, the crew welcomes legendary producer, songwriter, and musical innovator Teddy Riley for a deep, unfiltered conversation that traces the roots of his genius and the realities behind a career that helped shape modern music. Teddy takes it all the way back to Harlem, breaking down how his environment, family, and community influenced his love for music at an...

On this episode of Underground Lounge: After Hours, the lounge turns into a master class in comedy, survival, and self-belief as comedians and actors BT Kingsley, London Brown, and Justin Hires from the KillinIt Pod pull up for an unfiltered, wide-ranging conversation. The fellas dive deep into their individual journeys, coming up in comedy, grinding through auditions, booking commercials, and lea...

In this episode of The Underground Lounge, Bow Wow steps into the Lounge for a raw, unfiltered conversation that spans his entire journey, from child stardom to global fame, and everything that comes with growing up in the public eye. With a career that crosses music, movies, touring, and television, he reflects on the pressure, the highs, the mistakes, and the moments that shaped him into who he...

After Hours goes deep as the crew kicks it with comedian and actor Malik B for an honest, unfiltered conversation about his life, career, and the road it took to get there. Malik breaks down growing up around fighting and boxing, the discipline and survival mindset that came with it, and how those early experiences shaped who he became long before comedy and acting entered the picture. He opens up...

In this powerful episode of The Underground Lounge, the crew sits down with artist, educator, and cultural truth-teller Dee-1 for one of the most honest conversations we’ve had to date. Dee-1 opens up about his journey growing up in New Orleans, battling a rare medical condition that altered his athletic dreams, and how life setbacks, from getting cut from teams to personal heartbreak, ultimately...