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Nuke2Stiff on Summerhill Atlanta, Fatherhood, Bloody Jay co-sign, hood hero, indie grind

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 23:12:00 -0000

“Its always somebody who can relate to you no matter where you at in life” ~ Nuke2Stiff Nuke2Stiff joins The Progress Report for a new episode of Skipping Class presented by The Progress Report, where he opens up about his journey growing up in Summerhill Atlanta, stepping into music seriously in 2024, and building his name in the Atlanta music scene. In this conversation with Lalaa Shepard, Nuke2Stiff breaks down the meaning behind his name, what it means to carry the title of a “hood hero,” and the pressure that comes with representing where you’re from. He also speaks on receiving a co-sign from Atlanta rapper Bloody Jay, navigating relationships within the city, and staying consistent as an independent artist. The interview also highlights Nuke2Stiff’s personal side as he shares how fatherhood has changed his mindset, why he stands on always betting on himself, and how his life experiences continue to shape his sound and message. From studio stories to defining what “progress” means, this episode gives a real look into both the artist and the man behind the name. Watch the full episode and stay tapped in with The Progress Report for more exclusive interviews, performances, and content. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nuke2stiff/ https://www.instagram.com/lalaashep/ https://www.instagram.com/theprogressreport101/ https://www.instagram.com/tprmediagroup1/ Website: https://TPRMediaGroup.com Listen to us on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-progress-report-podcast/id1494070183 Listen to us on Spotify Podcasts https://open.spotify.com/show/5sBgF6wWa7NmHraP2QuBEv?si=a0f5f19b8a494fb5

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BIG30 Talks Pooh Shiesty, Gucci Mane, Big Scarr, Yo Gotti & His Come Up | Flashback Interview

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 17:00:00 -0000

Memphis, Tennessee rapper BIG30 sits down with Lalaa Shepard for a flashback episode of Skipping Class presented by The Progress Report. In light of recent conversations surrounding Gucci Mane, Pooh Shiesty, and the Memphis rap scene, this interview resurfaces key moments where BIG30 addresses his relationship with Gucci Mane, clears up rumors about not signing, and reflects on the early stages of his career. BIG30 also opens up about his come up in Memphis, linking with Pooh Shiesty, navigating the music industry independently, and building his name while staying solid through industry pressure. This episode captures an important time in his journey and gives deeper context to conversations happening today. This is part of The Progress Report’s 10 Year Anniversary flashback series, highlighting classic interviews and cultural moments. Watch the full episode and more exclusive content at TPRMediaGroup.com. Listen to us on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-progress-report-podcast/id1494070183 Listen to us on Spotify Podcasts https://open.spotify.com/show/5sBgF6wWa7NmHraP2QuBEv?si=a0f5f19b8a494fb5 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ceobig30/ https://www.instagram.com/lalaashep/ https://www.instagram.com/tprmediagroup/ https://www.instagram.com/theprogressreport101/ Website: https://TPRMediaGroup.com

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E. Heard speaks on offering Jermaine Dupri $10K to hear his music, investing in his engineer, jewelry & women

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 18:21:00 -0000

“My best investment is my engineer” ~ E. Heard

Selma, Alabama artist E. Heard joins Skipping Class presented by The Progress Report for an honest and insightful conversation with Lalaa Shepard, opening up about his journey, mindset, and the decisions that shaped his path. From life before rap to learning hard lessons in the streets, E. Heard explains why he had to distance himself from his neighborhood for safety and growth, while also reflecting on how his upbringing and early experiences influenced his hustle and work ethic starting back in grade school.

One of the standout moments in the interview, E. Heard addresses offering Jermaine Dupri $10,000 to listen to his music, breaking down the thought process behind betting on himself and investing in his career. He also speaks on doing business with BoomMan and AE, meeting Yo Gotti and other influential figures, and navigating opportunities in the music industry with intention. E. Heard emphasizes the importance of smart investments, stating that his best investment has been his engineer, highlighting how serious he is about his sound and long-term growth.

The conversation also dives into his first experiences buying jewelry, his perspective on spending money, and his controversial take comparing jewelry to women investing in their bodies. He gets personal about fatherhood and growing up without a father, sharing how those experiences shaped the man he is today. E. Heard also breaks down the meaning behind his name, his purpose, and what “progress” truly represents in his life and career. This episode gives a raw look into his journey, his mindset, and why he believes people should tap into his music as he continues building his legacy.

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Yung Joc & his son Moni speak on 20 years of ‘New Joc City’, Love & Hip Hop rumors, diss songs, & legacy

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 13:00:00 -0000

“I was able to sustain because of Love & Hip Hop” ~ Yung Joc Atlanta legend Yung Joc sits down with Lalaa Shepard on Skipping Class presented by The Progress Report alongside his firstborn son A.M Moni for an authentic conversation about family, music, and legacy. In this episode, Yung Joc reflects on 20 years of his debut album ‘New Joc City’ which released June 2006 and the impact it had on his career, while A.M Moni shares what it was like growing up during that era and now stepping into music himself. The father-son duo also speaks on their new collaboration “Rodeo,” with Moni following in his dad’s footsteps and carving out his own sound and style. Joc opens up about balancing touring, being a radio personality, reality TV, and fatherhood, while also addressing rumors surrounding Love & Hip Hop Atlanta. He speaks on his health and fitness journey, dealing with criticism in the industry, and how he’s evolved over the years — including embracing life as a grandfather. A.M Moni gets candid about becoming a young father, learning life lessons from his dad, and understanding those teachings now from a new perspective. The conversation also touches on industry experiences like performing on Boys 4 Life Tour with Bow Wow and B2K, memorable moments, and staying grounded through it all. This episode is a real look at growth, generational impact, and building legacy through music and family. Watch now and tap in with The Progress Report. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joclive/ https://www.instagram.com/1of1moni/ https://www.instagram.com/lalaashep/ https://www.instagram.com/theprogressreport101/ https://www.instagram.com/tprmediagroup1/ Website: https://TPRMediaGroup.com Listen to us on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-progress-report-podcast/id1494070183 Listen to us on Spotify Podcasts https://open.spotify.com/show/5sBgF6wWa7NmHraP2QuBEv?si=a0f5f19b8a494fb5

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Philly artist Gwan Goodie Talks Motherhood, Co-Signs from Vybz Kartel & Trippie Redd + New EP “Goody Bag” | Skipping Class

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 19:31:00 -0000

Philly artist Gwan Goodie joins Lalaa Shepard on Skipping Class presented by The Progress Report to talk her journey, new music, and life as both an artist and a mother. She discusses her new single “Pay For It” and her latest EP “Goodie Bag,” breaking down her growth as an artist and what she wants listeners to take from her music. Gwan Goodie shares that she started rapping at just 13 years old, with early encouragement from her mother playing a major role in building her confidence. As a military brat, she explains how growing up in different environments shaped her perspective, sound, and adaptability. She opens up about balancing motherhood while pursuing music full-time, learning patience as an artist, and the transition from casually creating to taking her career seriously. She also speaks on her ability to both sing and rap, and how she’s developed her artistry over time. The conversation also touches on her experience receiving co-signs from Vybz Kartel and Trippie Redd, what those moments meant for her career, and why she believes people should be paying attention to her now. Gwan Goodie further breaks down her Jamaican and Chinese roots, the meaning behind her name, and defines what “progress” means to her as she continues to grow in music and in life. 🎥 Watch more on: https://TPRMediaGroup.com 📲 Follow: @TheProgressReport101 🎙️ Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Audiomack + more Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gwangoodie/ https://www.instagram.com/lalaashep/ https://www.instagram.com/theprogressreport101/ https://www.instagram.com/tprmediagroup1/ Website: https://TPRMediaGroup.com Listen to us on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-progress-report-podcast/id1494070183 Listen to us on Spotify Podcasts https://open.spotify.com/show/5sBgF6wWa7NmHraP2QuBEv?si=a0f5f19b8a494fb5

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Terrell Carter speaks on playing Varney on ‘Beauty in Black’, his mom having him at age 11, new book & music

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 20:03:00 -0000

Terrell Carter sits down with Lalaa Shepard for a powerful episode of Skipping Class presented by The Progress Report. In this episode, Terrell Carter opens up about his role as Varney on Beauty in Black, working with Tyler Perry, and how acting has impacted his real life — including fans reacting to his character. He also shares deeply personal moments about his upbringing, including his mother’s story, being raised by his grandmother, and the emotional journey that inspired his new book ‘Problem Child’ and album ‘Mr. Carter’. Terrell talks about: • His transition from church singing with Fred Hammond to acting • Lessons he had to unlearn to become his best self • Why he doesn’t want to be a father • The meaning behind his book “Problem Child” • How “Beauty in Black” influenced his music • Defining what “progress” truly means This is one of Terrell Carter’s most honest conversations yet. 🎬 Watch now & tap in with The Progress Report! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/terrellmusic/ https://www.instagram.com/lalaashep/ https://www.instagram.com/theprogressreport101/ https://www.instagram.com/tprmediagroup1/ Website: https://TPRMediaGroup.com Listen to us on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-progress-report-podcast/id1494070183 Listen to us on Spotify Podcasts https://open.spotify.com/show/5sBgF6wWa7NmHraP2QuBEv?si=a0f5f19b8a494fb5

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Cam Kirk breaks down Gucci Mane’s ‘Trap God’ exhibit, coming up with Metro, Young Thug, Young Scooter, Cam Kirk Studios

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 23:32:00 -0000

“I came up in a renaissance time in Atlanta” ~ Cam Kirk Atlanta’s creative scene wouldn’t be what it is today without visionaries like Cam Kirk. In this episode of Skipping Class, hosted by Lalaa Shepard, we sit down with photographer, creative director, and founder of Cam Kirk Studios to talk about his journey from PG County, Maryland to becoming one of the most influential creatives in hip-hop. Cam Kirk opens up about coming up during Atlanta’s “renaissance” era, his time at Morehouse College, and how he built his name by throwing events and creating opportunities from the ground up. He shares the story behind working with Gucci Mane’s “Trap God” exhibit, shooting the iconic Trap House 3 cover, and collaborating with some of the biggest names in the culture. We also dive into his experiences working alongside artists like Young Thug, Metro Boomin, Travis Scott, Young Scooter, and more—plus the reality of growth, loss, mental health, and evolving as both a creative and a person. From building Cam Kirk Studios into a cultural hub to defining what “progress” really means, this conversation is full of game, inspiration, and real Atlanta history. Tap in and get inspired. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/camkirk/ https://www.instagram.com/lalaashep/ https://www.instagram.com/theprogressreport101/ https://www.instagram.com/tprmediagroup1/ Website: https://TPRMediaGroup.com Listen to us on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-progress-report-podcast/id1494070183 Listen to us on Spotify Podcasts https://open.spotify.com/show/5sBgF6wWa7NmHraP2QuBEv?si=a0f5f19b8a494fb5

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Dwight Howard Drama, The Breakfast Club leaves YouTube, Dating Struggles + LGBTQ Debate | Lunch Table Talk

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 13:00:00 -0000

Welcome back to Lunch Table Talk, a weekly podcast segment presented by The Progress Report, where hosts Lalaa Shepard, Boss Britt, and DJ eXeL sit down and talk about the latest in culture, entertainment, relationships, and current events. Just like conversations at a real lunch table, nothing is off limits. From celebrity headlines to real-life perspectives, the crew shares their honest opinions while unpacking trending topics shaping the culture. At The Progress Report, we believe in progress over perfection, and these conversations reflect different viewpoints as we continue to grow, learn, and challenge ideas together. In this episode, the crew dives into several viral and controversial topics including: • The ongoing Dwight Howard and Amy Luciani drama and whether relationship issues should be handled privately or publicly • The debate surrounding Julez Smith hosting an LGBTQ+ event in Atlanta and whether straight people should host LGBTQ events • JT and Lil Uzi Vert’s relationship and how celebrity relationships play out in the public eye • A discussion about gender roles shifting in modern dating and why some feel the dating pool is “trash” right now • How bartering really works in Atlanta’s entertainment industry • Royce Reed weighing in on Dwight Howard’s situation • The difference between hosting vs simply showing up in entertainment culture • Claressa Shields and Papoose relationship headlines • Atlanta sports talk, including the Falcons struggles and the NBA canceling the Hawks Magic City collaboration night • Why some creators are moving from YouTube to platforms like Patreon • And more culture conversations, including music, industry experiences, and trending topics shaping the internet. Tap in and join the conversation — because everybody has an opinion at the Lunch Table. Follow us online: https://www.instagram.com/lalaashep/ https://www.instagram.com/djexel/ https://www.instagram.com/bossbritt__/ https://www.instagram.com/theprogressreport101/ https://www.instagram.com/tprmediagroup1/ Website: https://tprmediagroup.com https://linktr.ee/TheProgressReportMediaGroup Listen to us on the Revolt Podcast Network: https://tr.ee/GxMmkTcj7o Listen to us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-progress-report-podcast/id1494070183 Listen to us on Spotify Podcasts: https://open.spotify.com/show/5sBgF6wWa7NmHraP2QuBEv?si=a0f5f19b8a494fb5 The Progress Report theme song created by Jaylii (produced by Sparkz): https://www.instagram.com/jayliiradio/ https://www.instagram.com/trakmanmuzikllc/

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CashTalk speaks on beefing with his mom, record label issues, fatherhood, mental health, using music as therapy

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 13:00:00 -0000

Atlanta rapper CashTalk pulls up to Skipping Class, a segment presented by The Progress Report, for an honest conversation about life, growth, and music. CashTalk speaks on the inspiration behind his new project “REAL FOREVER (DELUXE)”, how fatherhood changed his mindset, and why his son motivates him to become a better man. During the interview, he opens up about personal struggles including family challenges, losing passion for music after issues with a previous record label, and what ultimately motivated him to return to the studio. The Atlanta artist also discusses navigating friendships, the impact of losing people close to him, and how music has become a form of therapy. CashTalk shares his thoughts on the Atlanta music scene, writing music for other artists, and building his brand while staying authentic. Throughout the conversation, CashTalk reflects on growth, healing, and continuing to push forward in both life and music. What’s next for CashTalk? Watch the full interview to find out. Presented by The Progress Report Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cashtalk1/ https://www.instagram.com/lalaashep/ https://www.instagram.com/theprogressreport101/ https://www.instagram.com/tprmediagroup1/ Website: https://TPRMediaGroup.com Listen to us on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-progress-report-podcast/id1494070183 Listen to us on Spotify Podcasts https://open.spotify.com/show/5sBgF6wWa7NmHraP2QuBEv?si=a0f5f19b8a494fb5

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Slimelife Shawty Opens Up Life After Jail: YSL Case, missing Lil Keed’s funeral while on the run, PTSD From The Streets

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 13:00:00 -0000

Atlanta rapper Slimelife Shawty sits down for a powerful conversation on this new episode of Skipping Class, presented by The Progress Report. Conducted by Lalaa Shepard, this exclusive interview marks one of Slimelife Shawty’s first interviews since being released from jail, where he speaks openly about his journey through the streets, the music industry, and life after being tied to the high-profile Young Thug YSL RICO case. During the conversation, Slimelife Shawty reflects on growing up in Atlanta, discovering music as a kid, and how artists like T.I. and 50 Cent influenced his early passion for rap. He also speaks on the success of his collaboration “Blicky Blicky” with the late Lil Keed and shares emotional memories of their friendship, including hearing about Keed’s passing while he was on the run and being unable to attend his funeral. Slimelife Shawty also shares personal stories about losing money, friendships, and opportunities during his legal battle, while explaining how he’s focused on rebuilding his life, reconnecting with supporters, and continuing to make music. This conversation highlights the realities of the Atlanta streets, the impact of loyalty in the music industry, and the mindset it takes to move forward after adversity. Watch the full interview and stay tapped in with The Progress Report. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/slimelife.shawty/ https://www.instagram.com/lalaashep/ https://www.instagram.com/theprogressreport101/ https://www.instagram.com/tprmediagroup1/ Website: https://TPRMediaGroup.com Listen to us on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-progress-report-podcast/id1494070183 Listen to us on Spotify Podcasts https://open.spotify.com/show/5sBgF6wWa7NmHraP2QuBEv?si=a0f5f19b8a494fb5

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Vanity Rose Talks Sisterhood, Motherhood & Their New EP “No Filter” | TPR Skipping Class

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 18:52:00 -0000

The Progress Report’s Skipping Class interview series returns with rising girl group Vanity Rose. The trio — sisters Haze, Honey, and Henny — sit down with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to talk about their journey forming the group, balancing motherhood while pursuing music, and the work ethic it takes to stay consistent in today’s music industry. During the conversation, Vanity Rose shares how their sisterhood helps them navigate challenges within a group, their creative approach to songwriting and self-expression, and the stage chemistry they’ve built through rehearsals and artist development. They also discuss their new EP “No Filter” and their lead single “Hoochie,” while highlighting musical influences like TLC, Chris Brown, and more. The group also reflects on their move to Atlanta, their growth as artists since forming in 2015, and why listeners should tap in with the Vanity Rose movement. Watch the full interview now and stay locked in with The Progress Report for more conversations with rising artists shaping the culture. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealvanityrose/ https://www.instagram.com/lalaashep/ https://www.instagram.com/theprogressreport101/ https://www.instagram.com/tprmediagroup1/ Website: https://TPRMediaGroup.com Listen to us on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-progress-report-podcast/id1494070183 Listen to us on Spotify Podcasts https://open.spotify.com/show/5sBgF6wWa7NmHraP2QuBEv?si=a0f5f19b8a494fb5

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SwayvoTwain opens up about Grammys Tribute Performance for his parents D’Angelo & Angie Stone, Hip-Hop Culture | Lunch Table Talk

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 01:35:00 -0000

“Everybody has seen everything with my parents and all that (D’Angelo and Angie Stone) and everyone is worried about me but I’m fine, I’m a young n*gga, I’m turnt… I just want everybody to give me a fair shake as an artist, I’m not a charity case” ~ SwayvoTwain SwayvoTwain returns to The Progress Report’s Lunch Table Talk for an honest and wide-ranging conversation about life, music, and current events. Hosted by Lalaa Shepard, Boss Britt, and DJ eXeL, this episode touches on everything from hip-hop debates to mental health and cultural conversations. SwayvoTwain — the son of legendary artists Angie Stone and D’Angelo — opens up about navigating life after losing both of his parents and why he recently decided to begin therapy. He also shares his thoughts on the recent Grammys tribute performances, including Lauryn Hill’s tribute, and explains why he believes Angie Stone deserves her own dedicated tribute as well. SwayvoTwain also discusses his new single “HookahSmoke,” a track blending R&B and hip-hop, and shares insight into continuing to build his own musical legacy. Lunch Table Talk is a segment of The Progress Report, where hosts gather around the table to discuss current events, trending topics, and personal perspectives in music and culture. Follow us online: https://www.instagram.com/1swayvotwain/ https://www.instagram.com/lalaashep/ https://www.instagram.com/djexel/ https://www.instagram.com/bossbritt__/ https://www.instagram.com/theprogressreport101/ https://www.instagram.com/tprmediagroup1/ Website: https://tprmediagroup.com https://linktr.ee/TheProgressReportMediaGroup Listen to us on the Revolt Podcast Network: https://tr.ee/GxMmkTcj7o Listen to us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-progress-report-podcast/id1494070183 Listen to us on Spotify Podcasts: https://open.spotify.com/show/5sBgF6wWa7NmHraP2QuBEv?si=a0f5f19b8a494fb5

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Gunplay addresses Rick Ross necklace GoFund Me controversy, facing 15 years in prison, finding God, denouncing Santeria

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 14:00:00 -0000

“My proudest accomplishment is forgiving myself” ~ Gunplay

Gunplay joins Skipping Class presented by The Progress Report for one of his most honest and revealing interviews to date.

In this powerful conversation with host Lalaa Shepard, Gunplay opens up about the legal battle that changed his life, facing up to 15 years in prison, and spending over $250,000 fighting his case against his ex-wife. He speaks on clearing his name, overcoming public misconceptions, and the emotional toll the situation took on him mentally, financially, and spiritually.

Gunplay also addresses the viral controversy surrounding his daughter’s GoFundMe and the accusations that he used the money to buy Rick Ross a chain. He explains his side of the story, his loyalty to Rick Ross, and their relationship today.

The MMG artist reflects on his personal transformation, including stepping away from Santeria after 13 years, experiencing spiritual warfare, and turning to God for healing and guidance. He shares why cutting his locs symbolized a new chapter in his life and why forgiveness — especially forgiving himself — is his proudest accomplishment.

Gunplay also discusses rebuilding his career, releasing new music, navigating life after legal struggles, his upcoming projects, and the importance of growth, accountability, and faith.

This is a raw and honest look into Gunplay’s journey, redemption, and the next phase of his life and career.

Interview by Lalaa Shepard

Skipping Class presented by The Progress Report

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Trendsetter Sense speaks about making history at Rolling Loud, mixtape era with DJ Drama & Don Cannon, God leading him to Gospel Hip Hop

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 19:39:00 -0000

“God tore me down to build me up” ~ Trendsetter Sense

Trendsetter Sense joins Lalaa Shepard on a brand new episode of Skipping Class, presented by The Progress Report, to reflect on his journey through the legendary mixtape era, his close relationship with DJ Drama and Don Cannon, and how faith ultimately led him into Gospel Hip Hop.

During the conversation, Trendsetter Sense opens up about forming The Aphilliates alongside DJ Drama and Don Cannon, becoming a DJ at just 17 years old while attending Clark Atlanta University, and building his name during one of the most influential eras in hip hop history.

He also speaks on working alongside artists like Young Dro, collaborating with Zaytoven and 1K Phew on his new single “LORD JESUS,” and making history performing Gospel Hip Hop at Rolling Loud. Trendsetter Sense shares personal stories about his upbringing in Philadelphia, his transition to Atlanta, and the life lessons that shaped both his career and spiritual growth.

This episode offers powerful insight into longevity, purpose, faith, and what it truly means to evolve while staying true to your calling.

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Black Queen speaks about growing up in Zone 3 Atlanta, viral situation with Bunna B & YKNIECE, Saucy Santana co-sign

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 14:00:00 -0000

Zone 3 Atlanta artist Black Queen pulls up to Skipping Class presented by The Progress Report, hosted by MikFlyy, for an honest conversation about her rise, viral moments, and navigating the music industry as a female artist from Atlanta. Black Queen opens up about taking her career seriously after gaining millions of views, her growing buzz, and the energy behind her latest releases including “G.O.M.N.” She also speaks on receiving a major co-sign and feature from Saucy Santana, and how that moment elevated her confidence and visibility. During the interview, Black Queen addresses the viral online situation involving Bunna B and the Big 3 title alongside YKNIECE, while also sharing her perspective on competition, growth, and maintaining her authenticity. She reflects on her journey growing up in Zone 3, the realities of being a female artist in Atlanta’s competitive rap scene, and her vision for the future—including dream collaborations with Atlanta legends and global artists. With confidence, authenticity, and undeniable presence, Black Queen represents the next generation of Atlanta artists making their mark and defining their own lane. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theblackqueenn/ https://www.instagram.com/mikflyy/ https://www.instagram.com/theprogressreport101/ https://www.instagram.com/tprmediagroup1/ Website: https://TPRMediaGroup.com Listen to us on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-progress-report-podcast/id1494070183 Listen to us on Spotify Podcasts https://open.spotify.com/show/5sBgF6wWa7NmHraP2QuBEv?si=a0f5f19b8a494fb5

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Guap Tarantino & DJ Outta Space speak on bringing back mixtape vibes, weight loss journeys, Young Scooter

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 05:07:00 -0000

Atlanta artist Guap Tarantino and Magic City DJ Outta Space link up for their first joint interview on Skipping Class, presented by The Progress Report. Although both have previously appeared on the platform individually, this marks their first time sitting down together to discuss their journey, growth, and new energy surrounding Guap Tarantino’s latest project, ‘RECHARGED’ which has a feature with Future’s son, King Kobi. Guap opens up about losing his hard drive, rebuilding creatively, and getting back to having fun with music, while DJ Outta Space shares his perspective as a respected DJ in Atlanta’s nightlife scene, including his work at Magic City and influence on the culture. The conversation also explores the evolution of Atlanta’s music scene, the importance of staying healthy and disciplined, lessons from the mixtape era, and how fatherhood and life experiences can shift an artist’s purpose and motivation. This episode is a powerful reflection on resilience, progression, and staying true to your passion. Presented by The Progress Report. Subscribe for more exclusive interviews, performances, and behind-the-scenes content. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/guaptarantino/ https://www.instagram.com/djouttaspace/ https://www.instagram.com/lalaashep/ https://www.instagram.com/theprogressreport101/ https://www.instagram.com/tprmediagroup1/ Website: https://TPRMediaGroup.com Listen to us on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-progress-report-podcast/id1494070183 Listen to us on Spotify Podcasts https://open.spotify.com/show/5sBgF6wWa7NmHraP2QuBEv?si=a0f5f19b8a494fb5

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Chicago artist RND Manolo speaks on having a full-time trucking job to support rap career, opening for YKNIECE sold-out concert

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 01:51:00 -0000

Chicago artist RND Manolo joins Lalaa Shepard for a new episode of Skipping Class, presented by The Progress Report, to talk about his journey as an independent artist and the reality behind the grind. He shares insight on growing up in Chicago, working a full-time trucking job to support his music career, opening up for YKNIECE at her sold-out show, and turning pain, loss, and life experiences into motivation. RND Manolo also explains why independence requires discipline, sacrifice, and belief in your vision. Watch more exclusive interviews and artist stories on The Progress Report. Subscribe for more content. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rnd_manolo/ https://www.instagram.com/lalaashep/ https://www.instagram.com/theprogressreport101/ https://www.instagram.com/tprmediagroup1/ Website: https://TPRMediaGroup.com Listen to us on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-progress-report-podcast/id1494070183 Listen to us on Spotify Podcasts https://open.spotify.com/show/5sBgF6wWa7NmHraP2QuBEv?si=a0f5f19b8a494fb5

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GloRilla vs Her Sister Gets Messy 😳 + Cardi B & Stefon Diggs Split? Bad Bunny Super Bowl Backlash!

Sat, 14 Feb 2026 02:06:00 -0000

The Lunch Table is back and the conversations are getting real. Lunch Table Talk presented by The Progress Report Media Group is hosted by LaLaa Shepard, Boss Britt, and DJ eXeL, bringing unfiltered culture commentary, hip-hop debate, and real-life perspective to today’s biggest headlines. This week’s episode dives into the viral tension between GloRilla and her older sister after claims involving money, entitlement, and a reported $2,500 FLAT situation. We unpack: • Are family members automatically entitled to your success? • Should you give loved ones a lump sum or a monthly allowance? • Do social pressures create unrealistic expectations when someone “makes it”? • Are GloRilla’s feelings valid? The conversation expands into morals, sibling dynamics, maintaining boundaries, and what happens when fame meets family. We also break down the Super Bowl halftime moment featuring Bad Bunny and the broader conversation around culture, international influence, and NFL backlash. Is the league shifting toward a more global audience? Why does cultural representation create such strong reactions? Cardi B made headlines again — from tour moves to rumors surrounding her relationship with Stefon Diggs. Is this a case of toxicity? Internet assumptions? Or simply two public figures living publicly? Plus we get into: • Ja Rule vs Uncle Murda & Tony Yayo — are rappers too old to still be beefing? • 50 Cent’s commentary and industry narratives • LaRussell signing to Roc Nation • Culture accountability and growth within hip-hop As always, The Progress Report blends entertainment, accountability, and progressive conversation. Tap in, comment your thoughts, and join the discussion. Follow us online: https://www.instagram.com/lalaashep/ https://www.instagram.com/djexel/ https://www.instagram.com/bossbritt__/ https://www.instagram.com/theprogressreport101/ https://www.instagram.com/tprmediagroup1/ Website: https://tprmediagroup.com https://linktr.ee/TheProgressReportMediaGroup Listen to us on the Revolt Podcast Network: https://tr.ee/GxMmkTcj7o Listen to us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-progress-report-podcast/id1494070183 Listen to us on Spotify Podcasts: https://open.spotify.com/show/5sBgF6wWa7NmHraP2QuBEv?si=a0f5f19b8a494fb5 The Progress Report theme song created by Jaylii (produced by Sparkz): https://www.instagram.com/jayliiradio/ https://www.instagram.com/trakmanmuzikllc/

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Detroit OG Drunken Mas speaks on on Big Meech, BMF, Suge Knight, 10 Years in Prison & Biden Pardon

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 20:49:00 -0000

On this episode of Skipping Class presented by The Progress Report, Detroit OG Drunken Mas sits down for an unfiltered conversation about his journey through the streets, the music industry, federal prison, and redemption. Mass reflects on growing up in Detroit and working as a street promoter during the Death Row era, including his early relationship with Suge Knight. He also speaks on his bond with Big Meech and Southwest Tee, the BMF era, and navigating loyalty, controversy, and public opinion. After serving 10 years in federal prison, Drunken Mas opens up about what incarceration taught him — and how it became the foundation for something bigger. While behind bars, he began writing his book ‘Finders Keepers’, which is now available on Amazon. The project is described as the first-ever visual book experience on Amazon — blending storytelling with a cinematic mini-movie component. Mas also shares what it meant to receive a presidential pardon from Joe Biden, how prison changed his mindset, and how he defines true progress today. From Coalition DJs Detroit to redemption and reinvention, this is a powerful story of accountability, growth, and evolution. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/official1drunkenmas/ https://www.instagram.com/lalaashep/ https://www.instagram.com/theprogressreport101/ https://www.instagram.com/tprmediagroup1/ Website: https://TPRMediaGroup.com Listen to us on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-progress-report-podcast/id1494070183 Listen to us on Spotify Podcasts https://open.spotify.com/show/5sBgF6wWa7NmHraP2QuBEv?si=a0f5f19b8a494fb5

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Gloss Up addresses fall off rumors, QC, finding her passion for music again, Glorilla relationship

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 14:00:00 -0000

“Its like people be wanting me to be who I’m not” ~ Gloss Up

Gloss Up rejoins The Progress Report for the first time since 2022 for a real and honest conversation about her journey through music, reality TV, business, and personal growth. She opens up about the pressure to change her sound, losing herself along the way, and how she found motivation again after stepping back from the industry.

In this episode, Gloss Up talks about launching her lip gloss business, learning to record independently, sampling classic records, working with artists like YFN Lucci and Suki, and the lessons she gained from reality TV experiences including The Impact: Atlanta, Ari influence, and appearances on The Zeus Network.

Gloss Up also touches on mental health, social media negativity, relationships with Glorilla, Big Boss Vette, business growth, and what “progress” truly means to her today.

This is a powerful story of resilience, self-discovery, and leveling up through life’s toughest moments.

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Nicki Minaj Sparks Trump Debate, Kanye’s Mental Health, Is Atlanta Hip Hop Changing? | Lunch Table Talk

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 18:00:00 -0000

In this episode of Lunch Table Talk presented by The Progress Report, hosts Lalaa Shepard, Boss Britt, and DJ eXeL break down the biggest conversations shaking up hip hop and culture right now. F

rom Nicki Minaj going viral for comments about Donald Trump, to deep conversations around Kanye West’s mental health, the crew dives into whether artists should be separated from their controversies. They also touch on Drake’s current run in music, Atlanta hip hop’s evolution, Cardi B and Stefon Diggs, social media platforms shifting the culture, and real-life street conversations happening in the city.

This episode blends real opinions, laughs, and raw perspectives — just like a true lunch table debate.

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Nicki Minaj & Trump conversation
Kanye West forgiveness + mental health debate
Drake’s career talk
Atlanta hip hop culture shift
Cardi B
Social media’s impact on music
Real street opinions

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YFN Kay speaks on reuniting with his brother YFN Lucci after prison release, $50K on new grill, Already Legend Tour

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 14:00:00 -0000

YFN Kay rejoins Lalaa Shepard for a new episode of Skipping Class presented by The Progress Report to speak on life after serving three years in prison, reuniting with his brother YFN Lucci, and the powerful journey of growth, sobriety, and family.

In this exclusive conversation, YFN Kay opens up about coming home, celebrating their first Christmas back together, reconnecting with his kids, and stepping back into his roles as a father, big brother, artist, community figure, and music executive. He also shares what it meant to spend $50,000 on his new grill, the lessons prison taught him, and how his mindset and recording process have completely changed.

YFN Kay breaks down the upcoming Already Legend Tour featuring YFN Lucci, Bunna B, YKNIECE, and OMB Peezy, kicking off February 2026, and talks about changing the company name to Already Legend as the movement continues to grow. He also gives his honest thoughts on the current state of hip hop in Atlanta, his new album in the works, and even jokes about his and YFN Lucci’s weight gain since coming home.

This is a powerful story of resilience, brotherhood, and progress.

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Amber Shion talks confidence, online trolls, making music with her husband and mom since last year

Sat, 24 Jan 2026 14:00:00 -0000

From Valdosta, Georgia, rising artist Amber Shion joins The Progress Report for an honest and inspiring conversation about her journey in music.

Amber opens up about her musical influences, learning lessons along the way, and the moment she decided to take her music seriously in 2025. She shares how confidence, bold visuals, and staying authentic play a major role in her artistry — plus the unique support system behind her music, from her husband producing her beats to her mom helping her write.

The conversation also dives into work-life balance, maintaining her health and gym routine, navigating streaming growth, her first performance, dream collaborations, and a powerful message for women pursuing music. Amber explains why people should tap into her sound and helps define what “progress” truly means to her.

This episode is a must-watch for independent artists, creatives, and anyone focused on growth, confidence, and purpose. 🎤

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Big K.R.I.T. Gets Real About Independence, Ownership, & Hip Hop’s Future

Tue, 20 Jan 2026 19:29:00 -0000

“I learned to always stay independent” ~ Big K.R.I.T.

In this powerful episode of Skipping Class, Big K.R.I.T. sits down with host Lalaa Shepard to reflect on his journey, creative independence, and the realities of the music industry. From dedicating an entire album to his beloved car Cadalee Biarritz to producing his own records, K.R.I.T. breaks down what it truly means to stay authentic in hip hop.

He shares stories about growing up in Meridian, Mississippi, learning to play the cello and tuba as a kid, and how Texas influenced his sound and career. K.R.I.T. speaks on driving country roads vs. city life, building commercials for his album, and the challenges of earning respect as both a rapper and producer.

The conversation gets real as he opens up about:

Mental health and the importance of therapy
Why ownership matters in the music industry
Lessons learned from being signed to a major label
His thoughts on the current state of hip hop
Why he believes hip hop artists need a union
Why he wasn’t in Curren$y & Wiz Khalifa’s “Jet Life” video
Breaking down his songs “Boring” and “Miami Bleu”
Collaborating with B.B. King
What brings him peace today
A special message to his fans
This is an honest, insightful look into the mind of one of hip hop’s most respected independent artists.

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Lunch Table Talk: Celebrity Drama, Prison Releases, Viral Moments, & Music Industry Talk

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 13:00:00 -0000

Welcome back Classmates! 🎒🔥

We’re kicking off 2026 with our FIRST episode of Lunch Table Talk, and the conversations are REAL!

Hosted by Lalaa Shepard, Boss Britt & DJ eXeL, this episode covers everything trending in hip-hop, pop culture, and the music industry — from viral celebrity moments to serious industry discussions.

🎤 Topics we break down:

• Cardi B responds to Celina Powell

• Offset threatens Stefon Diggs

• Diddy news & upcoming Netflix documentary

• Rappers home from prison + prison updates (Pooh Shiesty, Max B, YFN Lucci, Boosie)

• Fetty Wap support & 300 Ent discussion

• Rappers health journeys

• AI artists taking over the industry

• Should artists sell music directly to fans?

• Netflix entering the podcast space

• Celebrity podcasts & viral moments

• The pressure of numbers vs creativity

• Entrepreneurship talk & CEO mindset

This episode is packed with real opinions, unfiltered conversations, laughs, and industry insight – just like your favorite lunch table at school!

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CBM Soulja recalls learning Doe B passed away while he was incarcerated, leaving behind 3 daughters, beating 2 life sentences, new music

Thu, 01 Jan 2026 14:00:00 -0000

“Losing Doe B still hurts everybody” ~ CBM Soulja

CBM Soulja sits down with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report for a powerful and emotional conversation about life, loss, and resilience. In this interview, CBM Soulja opens up about learning of Doe B’s passing while he was incarcerated, the pain of losing a close friend, and the impact it had on his life and mindset.

He reflects on beating two life sentences, being locked up while trying to maintain family ties, and the emotional toll of navigating those moments publicly and privately. The conversation also dives into his upbringing in Montgomery, Alabama, his early journey into music, and the deep bond he shared with Doe B — including how Doe B influenced his sound and career. CBM Soulja discusses new music, including his project Turkey Bag Muzik featuring Doe B and Lil Daddy, and speaks on how his experiences shaped the direction of the project.

He also opens up about fatherhood, losing close friends, social media’s impact on real relationships, and the importance of growth, accountability, and purpose.

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AMG Twinz speaks on Young Scooter passing away, co-sign by Future, dating YKNIECE, Christmas project

Fri, 26 Dec 2025 14:00:00 -0000

“When Young Scooter passed away YKNIECE came in the picture and uplifted our whole spirit and energy because we thought it was kinda over…” ~ AMG Twinz

Twin brothers, Paris and China — AMG Twinz return to The Progress Report for a powerful and honest conversation about their journey, personal growth, and the moments that shaped their path. In this episode, the duo reflect on the passing of Young Scooter and the impact his loss had on their lives and energy. They open up about how YKNIECE entered the picture during a difficult time, bringing support, clarity, and renewed motivation when everything felt uncertain.

AMG Twinz also speak on being co-signed by Future, performing across major stages and tours, building relationships within the industry, and navigating high-profile relationships while staying grounded. From viral college performances and major concert moments to lessons learned in the music business, the twins share real insight on growth, resilience, and staying true to their word.

The conversation also dives into their new project “Dirty Birds,” released Christmas Day 2025, their vision for the future, and what “progress” truly means to them as artists and individuals. This episode is a must-watch for fans of authentic hip-hop stories, Atlanta culture, and artists pushing forward despite adversity.

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Bally Baby & Hoodrich Keem Talk ‘BABY DRANK’ Mixtape, entering the Top 100, Hoodrich Pablo Juan concert, cutting hair

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 14:00:00 -0000

“Hardest tape since mixtapes”

Bally Baby and Hoodrich Keem return to Skipping Class, but this time they make history with their first-ever joint interview on the platform. The two sit down to talk about bringing real mixtape energy back to the culture with ‘BABY DRANK’ navigating growth while protecting their peace, and what it means to evolve without losing authenticity. They reflect on their journey, early grind, creative chemistry, and how loyalty, consistency, and life lessons have shaped their careers.

Hoodrich Keem opens up about personal changes, artistic evolution, and staying focused while the industry shifts, while Bally Baby speaks on momentum, performance moments, and pushing the culture forward. The conversation also touches on Atlanta’s music scene, collaboration, and what fans can expect next.

This episode marks a special milestone — both artists have been guests before, but this is the first time they’ve come together for a joint sit-down, making it a must-watch moment for supporters of real music and real stories.

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Kevo Muney speaks on coming up singing on Beale Street, Glorilla writing for him, veneers, new EP

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 14:00:00 -0000

“Glorilla the only person in this world who can say she wrote a song for me” ~ Kevo Muney

Memphis artist Kevo Muney sits down with Lalaa Shepard on Skipping Class, powered by The Progress Report, for a raw and personal conversation about his life, his music, and the mindset it took to keep going. Kevo Muney reflects on growing up in Memphis, learning the realities of the city early, and how experiences around Beale Street helped shape his perspective.

He opens up about the passing of his sister, how loss impacted him, and how family dynamics and responsibility influenced his grind before the music started gaining traction. Kevo also speaks on being misunderstood as an artist, carving out his own identity, and leveling up through major moments — including Glorilla writing for him and working alongside Moneybagg Yo — sharing what those experiences taught him about the industry, opportunity, and staying true to himself.

This episode is about pain, purpose, growth, and real Memphis stories — straight from the source.

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HeadHuncho Amir breaks down new Dallas movement, quitting lean, alcohol, and smoking for health reasons, ’50 Year Run’

Mon, 15 Dec 2025 14:00:00 -0000

Dallas, TX rapper HeadHuncho Amir pulls up for an in-depth conversation with Lalaa Shepard on Skipping Class presented by The Progress Report, where he breaks down his journey, mindset, and vision for longevity in the music industry. In this interview, HeadHuncho Amir talks about growing up in East Dallas, how the city shaped his sound, and the moment he knew it was time to take music seriously.

He opens up about discipline, choosing not to drink or smoke, prioritizing his health, and staying focused while navigating the pressures of the industry at a young age. He also reflects on being one of the first artists from his neighborhood to get signed, the grind behind his progress, his musical influences, and why growth — both personally and artistically — matters more than chasing trends. Amir gives flowers to those who paved the way, including Rich Homie Quan. This episode is about progress, purpose, and playing the long game.

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Ca$h Out reacts to life prison sentence, choosing trial over plea deal, comparisons to YSL trial, cellmates with Lil Durk & YFN Lucci

Tue, 09 Dec 2025 04:38:00 -0000

"I wanted to take the risk of the trial instead of pleading guilty to a couple of chargers I didn't do" ~ Ca$h Out

Exclusive Interview: Cash Out calls in from prison to speak with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report in his first in-depth conversation since receiving a life sentence.

In this powerful and emotional discussion, Cash Out reflects on:

Why he chose to go to trial instead of taking a plea

• His thoughts on the justice system and public reaction

• Misconceptions surrounding his name

• His experiences being locked up for years

• Cellmate stories, including Lil Durk & YFN Lucci

• Fatherhood, family, and what he hopes people understand about his journey

This conversation is presented with sensitivity and respect to all parties involved. Our intention is to give Cash Out space to share his perspective while acknowledging the seriousness of the charges and the impact of all lives affected.

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Xanman speaks on SoundCloud era, DMV music scene, sideburns, albums over singles, Goonew

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 14:00:00 -0000

“We all our biggest enemies… I was in the way of myself” ~ Xanman

DMV artist Xanman pulls up to Skipping Class hosted by Lalaa Shepard with The Progress Report for a transparent and entertaining conversation about his journey in music.

He talks growing up in Landover, Maryland discovering music as a kid, and how his uncle — a drummer — helped shape his early sound. Xanman reflects on the DMV scene, the SoundCloud era, his earliest projects, and how his style, flow, and confidence evolved over the years.

He also opens up about his creative process, the pressure of going viral young, and learning to stop being his own biggest obstacle. He also tells the story behind spending $40K at the strip club, his new album ‘Only Way Out’, and responds to controversy surrounding bringing his Goonew’s body to the club after his passing.

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TM88, Fuse 808 Mafia & Crash Dummy Records discuss ‘FILA’ album dedicated to ATL, Bad Bunny Future sample, Cardi B placement & more!

Mon, 01 Dec 2025 14:00:00 -0000

“On the creative side… make sure you love what you’re doing, it’s a lot of smoke and mirrors” ~ TM88

“Success ain’t overnight, its ok to have a job to get by, don’t care about what people think” ~ Fuse 808 Mafia

The Progress Report presents its latest edition of Skipping Class joined by super producers TM88, Fuse of 808 Mafia, Mucho, Slugg, Mayhem, Tre Pounds & Mac all representing Crash Dummy Records for a powerful and unfiltered conversation about ATL culture, producer respect, and the stories behind their biggest hits.

Hosted by Lalaa Shepard, this interview dives into:

• Atlanta’s influence on hip-hop

• Their legacy as producers

• The making of classic records with Future, Young Thug, Cardi B, Bad Bunny, YFN Lucci, Young Scooter, Travis Porter, Rich Homie Quan, and more

• The emotional and business realities of being a producer

• Industry pressures, creativity, and longevity

They also give an exclusive breakdown of their upcoming project ‘FILA’ — a dedication to Atlanta featuring a mix of several Atlanta artists and hosted by mixtape legends Trap-A-Holics and DJ Pretty Boy Tank featuring the likes of Baby D, OJ Da Juiceman, Yung Ralph, Travis Porter, Tracy T, Future, T.I., 2 Chainz, Sleepy Brown, Pastor Troy, Yung LA, Shad Da God, Jose Guapo, F.L.Y., Anycia, Waka, Fabo, Sonny Digital, Bobby Kritical, etc

‘FILA’ represents their love for the city, their impact on the culture, and their commitment to showcasing Atlanta talent at the highest level.

This interview is essential for artists, producers, engineers, managers, and fans who want to understand the heartbeat behind modern Atlanta music.

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Big Homie G Opens Up About catching walking Pneumonia, leaning to walk again, Pooh Shiesty

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 18:25:00 -0000

Memphis rapper Big Homie G returns to Skipping Class for his second episode and gets more personal than ever. In this sit-down, he opens up about catching walking pneumonia, having to learn to walk again, and how the experience changed his mindset and music.

G also talks fatherhood, teaching his son about guns, dealing with doubt, healing from loss, and what it means to love openly as a Black man. He shares his thoughts on the biggest misconceptions about Memphis, Donald Trump sending the National Guard to the city, and Pooh Shiesty coming home from prison.

The rapper also breaks down his new project Back Active, the upcoming deluxe, working with R&B artists, and elevating the next generation of Memphis talent.

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Buddah Bless on Keyshia Cole, producing “Big Amount”, Kodak Black’s real life personality, 5 kids

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 17:00:00 -0000

“What makes me most proud is the money I get from producing to take care of my 5 kids” ~ Buddah Bless

In this exclusive sit-down of Skipping Class presented by The Progress Report, platinum producer Buddah Bless opens up about his journey from church drums in Stone Mountain to producing chart-topping records for some of hip-hop’s biggest names.

He talks about being born in Long Island, moving to Georgia at age 6, and getting inspired early by his brother’s love of music. Buddah shares how his sound evolved, how he first connected with artists like Travis Porter, BRS Kash, 2 Chainz and Drake, and the creative story behind his viral producer tag, “Buddah Bless This Beat.”

We get into fatherhood, building generational wealth, and what makes him most proud today. He also breaks down his thoughts on AI in music, his son following in his footsteps, and the realities of landing major placements in the industry. Buddah Bless also speaks on Kodak Black’s real-life personality, their connection, and his upcoming collab album plus his highly anticipated debut project “Buddah Bless The Streets.”

This is a powerful conversation for producers, artists, and anyone grinding toward their purpose.

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Rocklife Zho Talks New Project “Z5,” Music Industry Lessons, Beating a RICO & Evolving as an Artist, fatherhood

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 00:04:00 -0000

“Be yourself, look over your own paper like we was in school… can’t copy nothing” ~ Rocklife Zho

Augusta, GA artist Rocklife Zho returns to The Progress Report for his first interview since 2021 with host Lalaa Shepard — and he’s coming back with a new mindset, a new project, and a whole new level of growth.

In this conversation, Zho speaks on the real-life lessons he’s learned from being a father of two, how his upbringing in Augusta shaped him, and the deeper meaning behind his latest project “Z5.”

He breaks down what progress looks like to him today, the importance of originality, and how surviving a RICO case changed his perspective on life and the music industry. Zho also talks evolving his style, balancing music with real responsibilities, and why this chapter is his most focused and intentional yet.

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Rajel Opens Up About Becoming a Mom With Boosie + Details on ‘Life After Labor’ reality TV show

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 14:00:00 -0000

Rajel returns to Skipping Class presented by The Progress Report with Lalaa Shepard for a candid and emotional conversation about her life today as a new mother, partner, and rising reality TV personality.

In this interview, Rajel opens up about becoming a first-time mother with Boosie, the inspiration behind their daughter’s name Sevyn, and the biggest surprises she’s experienced on her motherhood journey.

She also breaks down her upcoming reality TV series “Life After Labor,” premiering November 26th — giving us real insight into what it’s like filming during postpartum and balancing real life with television. Rajel speaks honestly on her engagement, celebrating Boosie’s birthday, navigating his explicit fan meet-and-greet culture, and her thoughts on his upcoming case.

This is an episode full of honesty, growth, and major life updates — tap in!

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Big Moochie Grape speaks on his mother passing, Ralo friendship, mental health, making gang banging cool

Fri, 14 Nov 2025 14:00:00 -0000

“I made gang banging cool” ~ Big Moochie Grape

Big Moochie Grape returns to The Progress Report for a raw and emotional Skipping Class interview, opening up about everything from his mother’s passing and mental health to Ralo, fatherhood, and new music on the way. In this exclusive conversation, Moochie gives fans a deeper look into his personal journey, growing pains, and the experiences that shaped his new EP, ‘Nightmare on AB’. He also addresses people stealing his style, reflects on loyalty, and shares stories about raising three kids while balancing fame and pressure.

If you rock with Big Moochie Grape or Paper Route Empire, this is a MUST-WATCH interview.

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✔️ Losing his mother & coping with grief

✔️ His relationship with Ralo

✔️ “I made gang banging cool”

✔️ Mental health + emotional growth

✔️ Being a father of 3 — differences between raising boys vs girls

✔️ The Sanders family supporting Young Dolph’s kids

✔️ People stealing his swag & image

✔️ New music updates + Nightmare on AB EP

✔️ Touring, fans, prison time, and life lessons What the word “Progress” means to him in 2025

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Lunch Table Talk: Megan Thee Stallion’s Samples Total, Blueface Drama, Laila Ali vs Claressa Shields, Gucci Mane & Keyshia Ka’Oir drama

Tue, 11 Nov 2025 19:07:00 -0000

Welcome back to Lunch Table Talk, presented by The Progress Report with hosts Lalaa Shepard and DJ eXeL.

This week we dive into the biggest trending topics and conversations shaping music, sports, and culture.

We break down Megan Thee Stallion’s new single “Lover Girl” and the Total “Kissin’ You” sample, Lola Brooke’s consistency, Omeretta, Blueface coming home and the surrounding drama, Gucci Mane’s recent issues, and the relationship sacrifices people rarely talk about.

We also get into the current boxing discussions, including the ongoing conversation about whether Laila Ali avoided a potential exhibition match with Claressa Shields.

Other topics include TPR’s upcoming 10-year anniversary, Mac Bre-Z vs Gucci Mane and Keyshia Ka’Oir, viral moments in hip hop, and updates on artists like YFN Kay, Young Thug, and Gunna.

This episode is filled with honest opinions, cultural commentary, and real discussion. Tune in and be part of the conversation.

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FIRST INTERVIEW Since Prison! Hoodrich Pablo Juan & RX Hector Break Silence On New Music & Comeback

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 18:00:00 -0000

“For the world who wondering if Hoodrich Pablo Juan can rap still, shawty rapping better and he got more to talk about” ~ RX Hector

Hoodrich Pablo Juan is officially HOME after serving 5 years on a federal RICO charge — and Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report pulled up for his FIRST chat alongside RX Hector! This exclusive reunion is special for us… We’ve been covering Pablo Juan and RX Hector for over 10 years, from early interviews to behind-the-scenes vlogs, concerts, and day-in-the-life content. Now the story continues.

In this exclusive pull up interview, RX Hector breaks down their upcoming joint project, Pablo Juan’s mindset after coming home, and what “PROGRESS” truly means after everything they’ve survived.

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Bun B & Cory Mo talk ‘Mo Trill’ album, Trill Burgers, Pimp C legacy, being one of the only artists to have music w/ Beyonce & Jay Z, grandparent

Mon, 03 Nov 2025 14:00:00 -0000

“Even though we were signed to a major record label distributed all around the country and around the world, we still moved as independent artists” ~ Bun B

In this powerful new episode of Skipping Class, Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report Media Group sits down with Southern hip-hop icons Bun B and Cory Mo — two Texas legends who’ve built one of the most respected legacies in rap culture. Born and raised in Port Arthur, Texas, Bun B came up alongside the late, great Pimp C as one half of the legendary group UGK (Underground Kingz).

Known for their authenticity, storytelling, and southern pride, UGK became a foundation for generations of artists. After Pimp C’s passing, Bun continued to honor that legacy through solo projects, teaching, activism, and entrepreneurship — most notably with his nationally celebrated Trill Burgers brand.

Cory Mo, a Houston native and longtime UGK affiliate, came up producing for Pimp C and other Southern heavyweights before relocating to Atlanta to continue building his career. From behind the boards to the mic, Cory Mo has worked with some of the biggest names in hip-hop — from Big K.R.I.T. and Killer Mike to 8Ball & MJG — while keeping the Trill sound alive.

Together, the two break down the process behind their 2025 joint album “Mo Trill” — a project that bridges eras with features from Scotty ATL, Akeem Ali, LaRussell, Monaleo, and more. They open up about staying independent, navigating the music business, and why Southern culture continues to define hip-hop.

Bun B also shares exclusive stories about being one of the few artists to record with both Beyoncé and Jay-Z, creating “Give Me That” with Webbie, recording the same day in Atlanta with Jeezy and Gucci Mane, and how the success of Trill Burgers reflects decades of consistency, patience, and progress.

Watch the full interview for rare stories, laughs, and wisdom from two OGs!

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Atlanta’s Wee2Hard Opens Up About Lil Marlo, Anti Da Menace, QC Deal, & High Speed Chase

Fri, 31 Oct 2025 13:00:00 -0000

“Lil Marlo one of them ones from my side damn near like Shawty Lo” ~ Wee2Hard

Atlanta rapper Wee2Hard stops by Skipping Class (Presented by The Progress Report) with LaLaa Shepard to share his story — from growing up on the Wicked Westside of Atlanta to getting signed by QC (Quality Control) while still in 10th grade. In this exclusive interview, Wee2Hard opens up about:

🎤 His come-up and early start rapping at age 6

🏀 Hoop dreams and thoughts on NIL deals

📚 Balancing music and high school life

💥 His viral breakout with “Choppa City” and getting banned from studios

🚔 Being involved in a high-speed chase

💯 Loyalty, lessons, and love for Lil Marlo and Anti Da Menace Wee2Hard proves that his journey is far from over — and his story is a reminder that real Atlanta talent always finds a way to rise.

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Trill Sammy & Dice Soho Reflect on Their Come Up, Houston Roots, PNB Rock, Pros & Cons Of Record Labels

Mon, 27 Oct 2025 17:51:00 -0000

Houston rappers Trill Sammy & Dice Soho pull up to Skipping Class with host Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to reflect on their early come up, breakout moment with “Just Watch,” and how they went viral on Vine and Twitter before streaming even took off.

The duo open up about:

🔥 Their Houston roots & rap beginnings

💿 Pros & cons of being signed to major labels

💈 New music, style, and business moves outside rap

💔 Remembering PNB Rock and how the game has changed

💬 Their definition of progress and message to day-one fans Watch the full interview for rare stories, laughs, and wisdom from two young OGs still holding it down for Houston.

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TOTAL On Being Bad Boy’s First Ladies, Megan Thee Stallion Sampling “Kissin You” & Viral Omar Epps Meme

Thu, 23 Oct 2025 13:00:00 -0000

“We came up in the 90s where people were so blessed and grateful to be living their dreams” ~ Keisha (Total)

R&B icons Keisha and Kima of Total sit down for an exclusive Skipping Class interview with host Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to talk about the golden era of Bad Boy Records, the legacy of 90s R&B, and how it feels seeing Megan Thee Stallion sample their classic hit “Kissin You.”

Keisha and Kima open up about:

Meeting each other before joining Bad Boy
Recording background vocals for Biggie’s “Juicy”
The experience of being the first ladies of Bad Boy
Navigating motherhood, social media, and longevity in today’s industry
Keisha’s reaction to her husband Omar Epps’ viral meme
Upcoming shows with 112, Case, and more

🎧 Watch now to relive R&B history, timeless energy, and real “Progress.”

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Kino Beats reflects on the passing of OG Maco, update on Peewee Longway, DJ’n overseas, producer misconceptions

Wed, 22 Oct 2025 01:03:00 -0000

“Hip Hop is a gift and a curse” ~ Kino Beats

Producer, DJ, engineer — Kino Beats returns to The Progress Report since first appearing on the platform in 2020 for an in-depth conversation about his growth, the loss of OG Maco, rappers in prison, and his continued collaborations with Peewee Longway and Curren$y.

In this interview, the Jamaican-born, ATL-based producer opens up about his creative process, life overseas, and the real challenges producers face behind the scenes. Kino also clears up common misconceptions about production and reflects on the lessons learned through his journey in the music industry.

🎧 Tap in as Kino shares raw insight, pays tribute to OG Maco, and reminds us why progress is always the goal.

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Slim & Mike of 112 Reflect on 30 Years, Classic Hits, & Keeping R&B Alive, Wild Moesha Story, Tour

Mon, 20 Oct 2025 13:00:00 -0000

“We prayed we would do 30 years but we didn’t know we actually would… The average lifespan for an R&B artist is about 3 years” ~ 112

Slim and Mike of 112 joins host Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report’s Skipping Class segment to celebrate 30 years of legendary R&B history! The duo gets real about their journey from Atlanta to worldwide fame, how they’ve stayed strong for three decades, and what it takes to survive in the music business when most groups only last a few years.

They talk about:

🎙 Performing on Moesha and wild behind-the-scenes moments

💿 Their upcoming 112 tour with Total & Case (Nov–Feb)

👬 Finding out they’re actually cousins in real life

💔 Group dynamics, communication, and loyalty

🏆 Wanting to be inducted into the R&B Hall of Fame

🎶 The state of R&B music today and Atlanta’s lasting influence

🙏 Advice for younger artists and reflections on “progress” Watch the full interview now and drop a comment if you grew up on classic 112 hits like Peaches & Cream or Cupid!

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Dungeon Family’s Backbone Gets Real on His Health Journey, Dungeon Family History & Andre 3000’s New Rap Music

Sat, 18 Oct 2025 13:00:00 -0000

“Cant nobody out rap me except Young Dro” ~ Backbone Dungeon Family

In this powerful episode of Skipping Class with The Progress Report, Atlanta legend Backbone of Dungeon Family sits down with host Lalaa Shepard to talk about his evolution, health journey, and upcoming project “Collection Plate.”

He opens up about writing his latest music completely sober, the early days of Dungeon Family with CeeLo Green, Khujo Goodie, and Rico Wade, and the massive impact of Outkast being inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.Backbone also reflects on over 30 years in the game, how Atlanta’s underground scene shaped his artistry, and what the word “Progress” means to him.

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J Sipp on Working with DG Yola Before Jail, Learning the Game Young & MoneyBagg Yo Comparisons

Thu, 16 Oct 2025 16:40:00 -0000

“MoneyBagg Yo raps like me… I was rapping first” ~ J Sipp

Meridian, Mississippi artist J Sipp sits down for a Skipping Class interview with host Lalaa Shepard to talk about coming up in the game, starting music at age 9, and doing a record with DG Yola before he got locked up. J Sipp also explains why he’d never go into the club business after learning directly from his dad, how he stays motivated, and his unique MoneyBagg Yo-like sound.

He opens up about attending school for audio engineering, working with artists like J Money, DG Yola, Webbie, and Derez Deshon, and giving back to his community through partnerships with the Boys & Girls Club.

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Omeretta on being right all along on “Sorry Not Sorry Atlanta” song, shares why she isn’t mainstream

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 13:00:00 -0000

“It just be me, when I get out my own way things will be better” ~ Omeretta

Atlanta rapper Omeretta The Great returns to The Progress Report Podcast with hosts Lalaa Shepard & DJ eXeL for her second interview, and she’s speaking her truth louder than ever. From her viral hit “Sorry Not Sorry — Atlanta” to calling out the city for being messy, Omeretta opens up about the real challenges, betrayals, and breakthroughs she’s faced on her journey. In this raw and powerful conversation,

Omeretta talks about:

💰 Having money stolen and learning who’s really in her corner

🔥 The meaning and backlash behind “Sorry Not Sorry — Atlanta”

📱 Her reaction to Young Thug’s leaked phone calls

💬 Why she says “Atlanta is a messy place”

🌸 How she’s growing, healing, and taking her career into her own hands

🎶 What fans can expect next from her music and mindset This episode is authentic, emotional, and inspiring — showing a more evolved Omeretta who’s still standing strong despite everything she’s been through.

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Paper Route Woo Talks Young Dolph, Key Glock, Being the Cool Dad, ‘Slime Dunkin’, Paper Route Empire

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 18:46:00 -0000

“I’ve always been hard I ain’t never had to second guess that sh*t” ~ Paper Route Woo

Paper Route Empire’s Paper Route Woo joins Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report’s Skipping Class to talk about his new project ‘Slime Dunkin’, life after basketball, fatherhood, and the legacy of Young Dolph. He shares what it was like growing up in Memphis, transitioning from hooping to rap, update on Bankroll Freddie behind bars, and how he’s keeping the Paper Route name alive with purpose.

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• Lessons from Young Dolph & Key Glock

• Fatherhood and growth as an artist

• Memphis upbringing & staying authentic

• Upcoming projects ‘Slime Dunkin’ deluxe project and ‘PAPER ROUTE iLLUMINATi’ PART 2

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803 Fresh on “Boots on the Ground” Remix FT Fantasia, Staying Grounded After 20+ Years in Music | Skipping Class

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 14:58:00 -0000

South Carolina’s own 803 Fresh sits down with The Progress Report for an exclusive Skipping Class interview! 🎤

He opens up about his massive single “Boots on the Ground,” how the Fantasia remix came together, and his 20+ year journey through multiple music genres before finding success in the Southern soul scene.

803 Fresh also talks about:

🔥 Growing up in Wagner, SC surrounded by blues and gospel music

💪 Staying grounded while experiencing new fame

🎶 Giving hope to artists from small towns

📅 His message to day-one supporters and upcoming tour dates

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Kardashhh Speaks on Viral Songs, OnlyFans, Suki Collab & Being Compared to Sexyy Red

Wed, 01 Oct 2025 13:00:00 -0000

South Carolina’s own Kardashhh joins Skipping Class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to share her journey from Columbia to signing with Empire after only 6 months of rapping. In this interview, she opens up about her viral hit “Plan B”, working with Sukihana on “Stank Walk,” responding to backlash over her Kai Cenat song, and misconceptions about her parents’ support.

Kardashhh also talks about:

Her biggest musical influences (Pretty Ricky, Chris Brown, Ciara)
Female rappers dominating the game right now
Comparisons to Sexyy Red
Her OnlyFans hustle and how much she really makes
Why people should listen to her music & what’s next

🔥 Don’t miss this raw and unfiltered conversation with one of the South’s rising stars.

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Lil Quill Opens Up About Prison, Mental Health, Rebuilding His Life, First Day Out with Yung Mal

Thu, 25 Sep 2025 13:00:00 -0000

“Be careful cause one wrong move and you can get life in prison or be dead” ~ Lil Quill

In this powerful episode of Skipping Class, Atlanta rapper Lil Quill sits down with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to open up about his journey — from repeated jail time and the harsh reality of prison life to rebuilding everything he lost.

He speaks on:

Adjusting after incarceration & lessons learned
The importance of mental health (“I never knew mental health was real”)
Atlanta scene drama & what would happen if his jail calls leaked
Losing people while locked up and finding out who really supports you
Getting picked up by Yung Mal right after prison
His day one fans & signing with Gucci Mane at just 19 years old
What “Progress” means to him today

This is Lil Quill like you’ve never seen before — honest, raw, and motivational.

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Glizzy Glow Talks Viral “Cut Water” Controversy, Memo600 Diss & Chicago Rap Legacy

Wed, 24 Sep 2025 13:00:00 -0000

Chicago rapper Glizzy Glow pulls up to The Progress Report’s Skipping Class segment with Lalaa Shepard to talk about her journey from the Southside of Chicago to going viral with her hit “Cut Water” and “Jet2 Holiday.”

In this exclusive interview, Glizzy Glow:

Shares how she first started rapping and her viral freestyle moment
Speaks on the controversy behind her breakout records
Talks motherhood, her proudest performance moments, and Chicago juke music culture
Breaks down her upcoming projects and support for female artists
Opens up about her public relationship with Memo600 and why she created a diss song From viral hits to navigating the industry, Glizzy Glow is one of Chicago’s rising stars you need to know.

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King Harris addresses growing up with a silver spoon, new King of the South, fatherhood, teeth & more

Thu, 18 Sep 2025 18:15:00 -0000

“I knew I could ask pops for money but I didn’t do it” ~ King Harris

In this exclusive Skipping Class interview with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report, King Harris sits down to speak candidly about life beyond being known as T.I. and Tiny’s son. From growing up with privilege but choosing to earn his own respect, to navigating fatherhood and criticism, King opens up like never before.

🎶 He talks about his new EP “Too Lit”, performing at New Music Mondays, and carving his own lane while carrying himself as a regular kid despite fame.

👑 King also explains why he calls himself “The New King of the South”, what it means to live up to his family legacy, and how encounters with the law shaped his perspective.

😂 From joking with T.I. about his teeth to building his brand on Twitch, King shows the serious and lighthearted sides of his journey.

💡 He leaves advice for the youth, drops gems for other artists, and shares a powerful message for his day one fans.

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Q Money Breaks Silence From Prison: Updates On His Case, YFN Lucci coming home, fatherhood, God

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 00:26:00 -0000

“All praise due to God, if it wasn’t for him I would’ve been lost my mind” ~ Q Money In this exclusive prison call interview with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report, Cleveland rapper Q Money opens up about life behind bars, lessons learned, and his journey of faith while incarcerated. From reflections on loyalty and betrayal, to speaking about the value of time, Q Money gets real about his experience, what keeps him motivated, and the music he plans to release when he’s free. This rare conversation gives fans a raw and honest look at the man behind the headlines. 👉🏽 Watch the full interview and drop a comment with your favorite part. Don’t forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and hit the bell 🔔 for more exclusive interviews!

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Lil E StillJumpin: From Montgomery Struggles to rap Dreams | Talks Young Dolph, Family, & jewelry

Sat, 13 Sep 2025 13:00:00 -0000

Montgomery, Alabama’s own Lil E StillJumpin sits down with The Progress Report to share his story of resilience, music, and hustle. From his father breaking his first CD, to dropping “The Iciest Lil N***a” project, to spending $20K on his teeth and investing in jewelry for his family—Lil E opens up about his journey and what keeps him motivated.

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Duke Deuce Talks 3 Year Hiatus, New Album REBIRTH, Relationships with QC, Offset, Glockianna, Memphis Culture

Mon, 08 Sep 2025 17:51:00 -0000

Memphis rapper Duke Deuce pulls up to The Progress Report to give a powerful and transparent interview. After a 3-year break from music, Duke is back with his brand-new album REBIRTH — and he’s bringing a whole new energy.

In this episode, Duke speaks on:

🔥 His 3-year hiatus from the industry

🔥 Producing music with his father for REBIRTH

🔥 Relationships with QC, Offset, and rising star Glockianna

🔥 Being known as the “crunk revivalist” and what Memphis culture means to him

🔥 Mental health, fatherhood, gym life, and advice to other artists

🔥 His reaction to Young Dolph’s passing and how it impacted him

🔥 What “progress” really means to Duke Deuce

This is Duke Deuce like you’ve never seen him before — personal, inspiring, and ready for his next chapter.

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Michael V. Epps on Growing Up in Chicago, landing role as Jake on The Chi, rapping & more!

Fri, 05 Sep 2025 11:00:00 -0000

Michael V. Epps sits down with The Progress Report’s Skipping Class to talk about life growing up in Chicago, family support, and his journey in the spotlight as an actor on The Chi. In this interview, Michael opens up about mental health, navigating fame at a young age, and the comparisons to Mike Epps and Omar Epps. He also shares his experience making music, upcoming projects, and his signature sound. Tune in as we discuss: • His role as Jake on The Chi • Chicago culture and influences • New music and creative process • Collabs with cast members & upcoming releases • What the word “progress” means to him

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From Hair Stylist to Rap Star: The Real Miss Baby Dee Talks ‘Texas Bama,’ Bigga Rankin, Motherhood & More

Wed, 03 Sep 2025 13:00:00 -0000

The Real Miss Baby Dee stops by The Progress Report for a raw and unfiltered Skipping Class interview! 🔥

She opens up about:

• Her debut project “Texas Bama” and linking with Bigga Rankin 🎶

• Life before music as a hair stylist (including working with Erica Banks) 💇🏾‍♀️

• Support from other female rappers and her upcoming collabs 💎

• Facing criticism for rapping about lady parts and embracing body confidence 👑

• Motherhood, BBLs, breast lift surgery, and navigating industry pressure 💃🏾

• Encouragement for single mothers raising kids with little support 💪🏾

• The independent grind, defining progress, and what’s next 🚀

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RX Peso breaks silence on serving almost 4 years in prison, Hoodrich Pablo Juan, Takeoff passing, return to music

Tue, 26 Aug 2025 01:00:00 -0000

“I’m back and better than ever” ~ RX Peso

Atlanta culture runs deep, and RX Peso is one of the names you can’t ignore. After serving nearly 4 years in prison, Peso sits down with The Progress Report to talk his comeback, music, and the city.

Topics include:

⚡ Fashion & setting trends in Atlanta

⚡ Addressing Future signing rumors

⚡ Creating YNs and what it means to the streets

⚡ Memories with Migos, 21 Savage & Lotto Savage

⚡ The emotional moment he learned about Takeoff’s passing

Peso is stepping back into the game with new energy, new music, and a renewed mindset.

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Real Dinero Speaks on Independence, 360 Deals & Coping Through Music | Skipping Class

Tue, 19 Aug 2025 16:57:00 -0000

“Music is my anger management… it helps me cope” ~ Real Dinero

Cuthbert, GA artist Real Dinero joins Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report for a new edition of Skipping Class to share his journey from growing up listening to Boosie, Gucci Mane, Webbie, Waka Flocka to catching the attention of major record labels.In this exclusive interview, Real Dinero opens up about:

• 🎤 The meaning behind his name & past rap names • 🌍 Coming from a small town 3 hours outside Atlanta • 🔑 The differences between being signed to a major label vs. staying independent • 🖤 His new project Anger Management and how music helps him cope • 👨‍👧 Fatherhood and raising a daughter • 🎶 Upcoming college performances & producer collabs with Mr. Hanky • 📈 What “Progress” means to him and advice for day one fans

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DJ Scream Interview: Sobriety Journey, Ca$h Out’s Life Sentence, Atlanta Music Scene & Big Facts

Tue, 12 Aug 2025 23:00:00 -0000

In this exclusive interview with The Progress Report, legendary DJ, podcaster, and cultural voice DJ Scream gets personal about his 1+ year of sobriety, early sacrifices to pursue his DJ dream, and the mental challenges of the music industry.

We dive into his unfiltered thoughts on Ca$h Out’s life sentence, the evolution of the Atlanta music scene, and lessons learned from building a brand that spans mixtapes, radio, and the hit show Big Facts Podcast.

📌 Highlights:

• How DJ Scream stayed sober for over a year

• Lessons learned from therapy

• The rise of Atlanta artists like Crime Mob

• Sacrifices made at age 12 to become a DJ

• Thoughts on the current Atlanta music scene

• Ca$h Out sentencing & industry realities

• Balancing fatherhood, marriage, and a media career

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Hot Boy Turk talks Hot Boys legacy, prison redemption, new album ‘Joseph’, real thoughts on Lil Wayne’s ‘Tha Carter VI’ album

Thu, 07 Aug 2025 23:00:00 -0000

“Everyday a holiday in my household… We still have our Christmas tree up” ~ Hot Boy Turk

In this exclusive Skipping Class interview, Hot Boy Turk opens up like never before — taking us from the legendary Cash Money Records era to the ups and downs of life, fatherhood, and music after prison.

🎤 Turk reflects on:

• The early Hot Boys days with Lil Wayne, Juvenile, and B.G.

• The real studio chemistry and wildest moments from their rise

• What really happened behind the scenes with Cash Money

• Prison time, mental strength, and spiritual growth

• Becoming a husband and father

• His message for young street rappers today

• His new album ‘Joseph’ and the “You Too Movement” new single

• Whether he feels he got his flowers and what’s next

From real pain to powerful lessons, Turk is a walking testimony and he drops gems every step of the way. 🎯

💥 FULL INTERVIEW OUT NOW!

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NGB Don on Turning his Speech Impediment Into Power, Kevin Gates “Stutter” Collab, Travis Hunter twin

Sat, 02 Aug 2025 21:48:00 -0000

In this exclusive sit-down on Skipping Class presented by The Progress Report, rising star NGB Don sits with Lalaa Shepard to share how he turned his biggest insecurity—his speech impediment—into his superpower that’s now inspiring millions.

From blending comedy with music and breaking out with his hit single “Stutter” featuring Kevin Gates, to setting the internet on fire with “Ain’t My Kind,” NGB Don opens up about his viral journey, staying authentic, and carving his own lane in the entertainment industry.

We also get into his new partnership with UnitedMasters, public reactions to his image, being betrayed by former friends, and powerful advice for artists who are blowing up but don’t know how to build long-term success.

This is more than an interview—it’s a blueprint for turning pain into purpose.

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Tamika Scott of Xscape & Daughter Young Niyah Talk Music, Legacy, & Female Rappers Taking Over!

Mon, 28 Jul 2025 19:30:00 -0000

Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report sits down with Tamika Scott of the legendary group Xscape and her daughter, rising rap star Young Niyah, in a new edition of Skipping Class for a powerful conversation about family, music, and building a legacy.

From Young Niyah turning down a full-ride college scholarship to pursue music, to Tamika Scott sharing the lessons she’s learned as an icon, this mother-daughter duo gets real about:

• Growing up around music and the pressures of being a celebrity’s child.

• The rise of female rappers and the changing landscape of women in music.

• How Rich Homie Quan, Chainz, and ATL culture influenced Young Niyah.

• Balancing authenticity while creating their own lanes in the industry.

This is a raw, inspiring, and must-watch interview for music lovers and anyone chasing their dreams.

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Memphis rapper Dee Mula addresses comparisons to Chief Keef with his viral song “Blow My High”

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 19:41:00 -0000

Dee Mula skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about coming up in Memphis, Tennessee, getting signed to NLess ENT, recently appearing on YTB Fatt’s new album, “Blow My High” song taking off on social media, being the first rapper to wear 2 watches at once, fatherhood and raising all boys and wanting a daughter.

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Bloody Jay addresses relationship with Rocko, reflects on losing Trouble, Young Scooter, no contact with YFN Lucci

Mon, 07 Jul 2025 21:00:00 -0000

“Social media f*cked the world up” ~ Bloody Jay

Atlanta living legend Bloody Jay skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about serving prison time during Covid, offers advice to parents coming home from prison, Bloody speaks on his mental health and life adjustments after serving 5 years behind bars, music with Future, Sauce Walka, OJ Da Juiceman, how he released music while in prison, relationships with other Atlanta rappers, details for his upcoming album with super producer Will A Fool, and defines our keyword “progress”.

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The Tour: Fusing Hip Hop, Mental Health & Politics in a Changing America + plans to run for office!

Sat, 05 Jul 2025 10:00:00 -0000

In this powerful episode of The Progress Report, we sit down with G and Clif Tha Supa Producer to explore their groundbreaking project “The Tour” — a movement blending hip hop, physical fitness, and mental health awareness.

During the episode we dive into:

• Their background as DJs and how the project was created

• The connection between hip hop culture and emotional healing

• Thoughts on YSL, Young Thug, and the politics of justice

• Their ties to the Department of Justice, Obama, and political aspirations

• Why they believe progress doesn’t always have to come with a cost

• Their take on fitness, community support, and Black wellness

• Reflections on Trump, Kamala Harris, and the role of music in advocacy

• And why the keyword “progress” means more now than ever

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Fresco Trey speaks on touring with DeeBaby, almost losing his dad to a drunk driving incident

Tue, 01 Jul 2025 16:00:00 -0000

“If you force feed your content, they will eventually have to give it a chance” ~ Fresco Trey

Memphis, Tennessee artist Fresco Trey skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about his journey to becoming an independent artist after being signed to a major record label, force feeding music to fans, independent checks, tour experience with DeeBaby on his Ms. Salazar Tour and upcoming tour with K Camp.

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Flexxx360 speaks on growing up in an African household, battle rapping, L.L. Cool J co-sign

Sat, 28 Jun 2025 00:04:00 -0000

African artist, music producer, and battle rapper, Flexxx360 skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about incorporating reggae into his music and recent singles, “S*x” sampling Mad Cobra and “Physical”, rapping since age 8, independent grind, and Roc Nation partnership.

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Yung Drama addresses how he got pulled into Ca$h Out’s state RICO case, 85K lawyer, relating to Gunna

Tue, 24 Jun 2025 17:22:00 -0000

“Being a black man, you’re already a target” ~ Yung Drama

Yung Drama skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about how he got involved in rapper Ca$h Out’s state RICO case, serving as an artist liaison based out of North Carolina and Atlanta, Ca$h Out being in prison for over 5 years and being cellmates with YFN Lucci, fatherhood and having to get his son a therapist after dealing with such a traumatic situation, and defines our keyword “progress”.

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Riley Burruss speaks on being inspired by her mom Kandi Burruss, Reality TV, misconceptions, law school

Tue, 24 Jun 2025 14:52:00 -0000

“Next Gen NYC reality TV show has made me more aware of how people’s true colors can come out randomly” ~ Riley Burruss

Riley Burruss speaks with The Progress Report media correspondent MikFlyy about growing up in the public eye, being the child of a celebrity, ‘Next Gen NYC’ reality TV show, preparing to become an entertainment lawyer, and defines our keyword “progress”.

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Cleveland, Ohio rapper Cartier addresses comparisons to Skilla Baby, “You Look Good” blowing up

Wed, 18 Jun 2025 21:01:00 -0000

“The song “You Look Good” got way bigger than me, when the song was blowing up everybody was just looking up the song, not trying to see who made the song” ~ Cartier

21 year old rapper Cleveland, Ohio rapper Cartier skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about the lack of hometown support, always wanting to be a rapper and performer since age 4, making music for the ladies, ’Just Getting Started’ recently released project with features from Peezy, Bfb Da Packman, Bay Swag, and Skilla Baby, recent tour experience with Chicken P, offers advice to young men, and defines our keyword “progress”.

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Ferrari Simmons & BT speak on having the # 1 afternoon radio show in ATL, Atlanta media, female vs male rappers, balancing love & work

Mon, 16 Jun 2025 22:47:00 -0000

“The algorithm has changed on social media, you are your own algorithm. People who be saying they’re shadow banned… No, you have to stimulate your followers” ~ Ferrari Simmons

Baller Alert Podcast hosts Ferrari Simmons & BT join Lalaa Shepard and DJ eXeL for a new edition of The Progress Report Podcast to speak about the hardships of working in radio full-time, having multiple streams of income within the same industry, thoughts on the current state of Atlanta music scene, men vs women controversy, and the importance of prioritizing family with hectic careers.

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Daysha Taylor explains why she went solo from Taylor Girlz, Cardi B normalizing motherhood at the prime of female rappers careers

Sat, 14 Jun 2025 09:00:00 -0000

I be doing numbers independently that people signed and lit aren’t doing” ~ Daysha Taylor

Daysha Taylor skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about her new solo single, “Crown”, independent grind, Atlanta music scene, Live Nation distribution deal, embarrassing social experiment video, and defines our keyword “progress”.

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Atlanta rapper Lil Tim addresses people confusing him with Quando Rondo’s cousin Luh Tim, YNs

Thu, 12 Jun 2025 21:26:00 -0000

19 year old rapper Lil Tim skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about switching up his sound from just creating drill music, fans leaking his music, shares how he spent his first rap check, lack of support from other rappers and OGs, and plans for his upcoming deluxe edition of his new project, ‘Timmy’s Revenge’.

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Matt Barnes speaks on his mental health, NBA finals predictions, learning from Dwyane Wade and Zaya

Mon, 09 Jun 2025 18:43:00 -0000

Former NBA player Matt Barnes speaks with MikFlyy of The Progress Report at The Black Entertainment and Sports Lawyers Association (BESLA) in Atlanta, GA about his journey as a basketball player in college and professionally, learning to be a better person and father, the importance of protecting intellectual property, his podcast ‘All The Smoke’, and defines our keyword, “progress”.

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R&B group 2BYG speak on advice received from Teddy Riley, R&B music not dead, sings live

Thu, 05 Jun 2025 19:00:00 -0000

“Yal ain’t never seen nobody dance like Michael Jackson, sing like Boyz 2 Men, and play all instruments like Mint Condition” ~ 2BYG

18 and 19 year old artists Matt Brown, Nixx, KD, and Toure skip class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about coming together back in High School in Fort Worth, Texas to form the group, 2BYG!

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Sexton speaks on coming from Australia, unreleased music with Lil Keed, race affecting her career

Wed, 04 Jun 2025 13:00:00 -0000

“Be the real raw you in what you feel you are no matter what people project on you” ~ Sexton

Up close and raw interview with Perth, Australian artist Sexton, known for her songs “Space” with TK Kravitz, “Do 4 It” with Too Short, and “How” with Lil Got It. During the episode, Sexton details her 30+ hour and 3 planes travel to the states from her hometown to pursue her music career dreams, getting introduced to music and American music, pushing through doubt about her music career, independent artist grind, and her new single, “FTT” featuring Fat Trel!

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Tristan Wilds reflects on his role as Michael on ‘The Wire’, transition from acting to becoming a musician

Tue, 03 Jun 2025 17:23:00 -0000

The Progress Report media corespondent, MikFlyy, catches up with Grammy nominated actor and musician, Tristan Wilds at The Black Entertainment and Sports Lawyers Association (BESLA) in Atlanta, GA to speak about him growing up in Staten Island, New York, film roles, journey as a singer, and defines our keyword “progress”.

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Hot Boy Turk speaks on embracing Bankroll Fresh, reuniting with B.G., Mannie Fresh, Lil Wayne, Juvie

Mon, 02 Jun 2025 17:43:00 -0000

Hot Boy Turk reflects on reuniting with his brothers for the Cash Money Millionaires concert tour, reflects on his previous projects, pays homage to the late Atlanta rapper Bankroll Fresh, and he defines our keyword “progress”.

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Zaytoven introduces his son/ artist ZAYSKII, remembers Young Scooter, producing “WHIM WHAMIEE”

Mon, 02 Jun 2025 17:25:00 -0000

“A lot of times people think I’m turning up the younger generation but they really turning me up, giving me life all over again” ~ Zaytoven Super producer, Zaytoven and his first born son and artist ZAYSKII skip class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about the gift and curse of being the child of a celebrity, how they learn from each other, their church backgrounds and sobriety influencing their music careers, clearing the OJ Da Juiceman “Wham Bam’ song sample for the viral “WHIM WHAMIEE” song, thoughts on Gucci Mane’s live orchestra event in ATL, album collaboration with Usher, losing rappers and peers such as Young Scooter and Trouble, and legacy! Website: https://linktr.ee/TheProgressReportMediaGroup Listen to us on the Revolt Podcast Network: https://tr.ee/GxMmkTcj7o Listen to us on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-progress-report-podcast/id1494070183 Listen to us on Spotify Podcasts https://open.spotify.com/show/5sBgF6wWa7NmHraP2QuBEv?si=a0f5f19b8a494fb5 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zayskiift/ https://www.instagram.com/zaytovenbeatz/ https://www.instagram.com/lalaashep/ https://www.instagram.com/theprogressreport101/ https://www.instagram.com/tprmediagroup1/ Website: https://TPRMediaGroup.com

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Belly Gang Kushington addresses growing up in a black household, raising a son with autism, ATL roots

Tue, 20 May 2025 19:42:00 -0000

“This [RAP] sh*t done became an easy lay up to get a check, I’m not here for a check, I’ve been running paper up before this… this my art for real” ~ Belly Gang Kushington

Atlanta rapper, Belly Gang Kushington makes his debut on The Progress Report Podcast with hosts Lalaa Shepard and DJ eXeL to speak about growing up in a black household on the West side of Atlanta, opens up about abandonment issues stemming for his mother leaving him at birth, influenced musically by Young Dro, the first rapper signed to LVRN record label, entrepreneurship and selling $100 white t-shirts, obsession with highways, and his project, ’THE STREETS IS YOURS’.

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An update from Free (106 & Park) 25 years of 106, women in music, Outkast Rock & Roll Hall of Fame!

Mon, 12 May 2025 16:00:00 -0000

Free from 106 & Park visits Coalition DJs New Music Monday’s event in ATL at Outkast’s studio and chats briefly with The Progress Report host, Lalaa Shepard, about 2025 being the 25th anniversary for Free & AJ of 106 & Park and exciting plans to celebrate their impact on the culture! 0:05 Free from 106 & Park visits Coalition DJs New Music Monday’s event in ATL at Outkast’s studio 2:40 106 & Park history 3:17 Free’s first visit at Outkast’s studio in ATL (Stankonia) 3:56 introduction 4:26 mental head space 4:58 Outkast has been inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and 5:48 DJs support 6:50 women in media 8:06 what does our keyword “progress” mean to Free from 106 & Park 8:36 Coalition DJs drop Website: https://linktr.ee/TheProgressReportMediaGroup Listen to us on the Revolt Podcast Network: https://tr.ee/GxMmkTcj7o Listen to us on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-progress-report-podcast/id1494070183 Listen to us on Spotify Podcasts https://open.spotify.com/show/5sBgF6wWa7NmHraP2QuBEv?si=a0f5f19b8a494fb5 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/missfreemarie/ https://www.instagram.com/lalaashep/ https://www.instagram.com/theprogressreport101/ https://www.instagram.com/tprmediagroup1/ Website: https://TPRMediaGroup.com #TheProgressReport #Free #LalaaShepard #106andPark

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OMG Girlz speak on winning $71.1 million lawsuit, girls to women, motherhood, upcoming album

Thu, 08 May 2025 13:00:00 -0000

“The lawsuit brought us back together in a sense and that’s really how we stayed sane during the process” ~ OMG Girlz

Zonnique, Bahja, and Bre skip class with Lalaa Shepard to speak about forming the OMG Girlz in 2009, relationship status with former member Reginae Carter, ATL roots, creating age appropriate music, musical growth from their first single “Gucci This (Gucci That)” to their latest singles “Motion” and “Make A Scene”, now writing their own music, coming back together after lawsuit initiated, seeing Domani, King, and Messiah Harris become dad’s, learning directly from R&B group, Xscape, and plans for their upcoming debut album.

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Former NFL Defensive End Tarell Basham AKA Bash93 speaks on career transition from athlete to artist

Mon, 05 May 2025 18:20:00 -0000

“Im like a black hippy, very peaceful very chill” ~ Bash93 Tarell Basham AKA Bash93 skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about getting into sports and being an athlete since a child, smoking weed with his mom openly as a teen, reflects on football career at Ohio University, NFL journey with Cincinnati Bengals, Dallas Cowboys, Colts, New York Jets, and Tennessee Titans, having to go through therapy after being depressed after NFL career ended, becoming a full-time artist, and plans for his upcoming TV show/ podcast. Website: https://linktr.ee/TheProgressReportMediaGroup Listen to us on the Revolt Podcast Network: https://tr.ee/GxMmkTcj7o Listen to us on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-progress-report-podcast/id1494070183 Listen to us on Spotify Podcasts https://open.spotify.com/show/5sBgF6wWa7NmHraP2QuBEv?si=a0f5f19b8a494fb5 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/king_rell10/ https://www.instagram.com/lalaashep/ https://www.instagram.com/theprogressreport101/ https://www.instagram.com/tprmediagroup1/ Website: https://TPRMediaGroup.com 0:00 Bash93 Skipping Class 0:10 introduction 0:39 passion for music and sports/ growing up without a dad 1:10 started playing football at age 8 1:40 taking sports serious 2:19 going pro and college football 2:45 Ohio 3:29 college level football 4:03 failed drug test in college senior year in High School 4:48 family support and 420 5:08 started smoking weed with his mom 6:16 grew up in Virginia 7:35 thoughts on NIL deals 8:59 2025 NFL draft 9:28 NFL journey with Cincinnati Bengals, Dallas Cowboys, Colts, New York Jets, Tennessee Titans 11:28 getting hurt during training camp first season with Cowboys 11:48 injury after hitting Tom Brady 12:30 mental process after being done with NFL 13:01 getting into music during injury 14:00 stage name Bash93 14:44 new single “Walk” with DatsDatMF 15:39 thoughts on Gelo Ball rapping 16:35 athlete turned rapper 16:57 peer support from Dak Prescott 17:30 Dallas Cowboys fans 17:53 independent grind as a rapper 18:19 why should people listen to Bash93? 18:47 what’s next? 18:56 what does our keyword “progress” mean to Bash93? 19:31 Pieces 19:43 love life balance 20:25 social media handles #TheProgressReport #Bash93 #NFL #LalaaShepard #SkippingClass #AngieStone

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Q Parker of 112 recalls signing to Diddy, Angie Stone passing, going solo, making $ off old music catalog

Thu, 01 May 2025 09:00:00 -0000

“During the time of us rehearsing (112), we would watch Jodeci, Boyz 2 Men, Blackstreet and we would say that was going to be us one day” ~ Q Parker of 112 Q Parker of the legendary R&B group 112 skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about singing since age 4, discovering his voice at home with his mother, growing up COGIC in church, proud jock and scholar in High School, landing his record deal in the early 90s with Diddy, contract issues with 112 and eventually going solo, solo album ‘The MANual” which released in 2012, adjusting to the new era of music, legacy and writing songs, salutes Jagged Edge for staying together 20+ years, his 2024 single “Beg”, and plans for new music. 0:00 Q Parker Skipping Class drop 0:09 introduction 0:35 born and raised in Atlanta, GA (Cleveland Ave) 2:08 grew up COGIC in the church 2:34 first realizing he could sing at age 4 3:49 vocal development 4:30 teacher support/ parent support 5:05 played football, basketball, ran track, and played tennis as a kid 5:45 college or record deal 6:49 singing for Puffy 7:10 first thoughts meeting the other members of 112 and forming the group (Slim, Mike, and Daron) 9:10 getting kicked out of 112 9:50 the culture 10:15 secular music conflicting with church background 12:10 making subtle love music 13:30 hardships of being in a group and eventually going solo 15:54 Jagged Edge staying together 20+ years 16:33 solo album ‘The MANual” released 2012 18:00 112 talented vocalists 19:04 reassurance 19:30 adjusting to the new era of music 21:04 TikTok 22:22 112 music going viral 24:03 creating the ‘Bridge Project’ during Covid to help artists come together/ artists being influenced by each other with R&B and gospel music 25:25 Brothers United of Atlanta project 25:50 giving back to the community 27:30 Q Parker Legacy Foundation 27:51 writing “I Should Have Cheated” for Keyshia Cole 28:33 other records written by Q Parker 28:47 Kevin Littles/ 112 sample 29:45 residual legacy income 31:33 thoughts on artists having to perform still/ RIP Angie Stone! 34:45 original contract issues with 112 35:52 importance of accolades 37:01 relationship with Jagged Edge 39:12 112 appearing on a 1996 episode of Moesha 41:07 new music and 2024 single “Beg” 43:33 wifey 43:45 what does our keyword “progress” mean to Q Parker Website: https://linktr.ee/TheProgressReportMediaGroup Listen to us on the Revolt Podcast Network: https://tr.ee/GxMmkTcj7o Listen to us on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-progress-report-podcast/id1494070183 Listen to us on Spotify Podcasts https://open.spotify.com/show/5sBgF6wWa7NmHraP2QuBEv?si=a0f5f19b8a494fb5 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/qparker112/ https://www.instagram.com/lalaashep/ https://www.instagram.com/theprogressreport101/ https://www.instagram.com/tprmediagroup1/ Website: https://TPRMediaGroup.com #TheProgressReport #112 #QParker #Diddy #JaggedEdge #KeyshiaCole #LalaaShepard #SkippingClass #AngieStone

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Wayno addresses “Everyday Struggle” podcast ending, calls out Kanye’s cap, “remember him/ her rappers”

Tue, 29 Apr 2025 02:54:00 -0000

“Most rappers don’t make a lot of money… Being a rapper/ artist is like anybody else with a 9-5, you gon get what you put into that sh*t” ~ Wayno Music executive and content creator Wayno joins Lalaa Shepard, Boss Britt, and DJ eXeL for a new edition of Lunch Table Talk Presented by The Progress Report Podcast to speak about his Harlem and Bronx, NYC roots, recalls working in the mailroom of Roc-A-Fella Records starting his journey in the music business, formerly being a host on “Everyday Struggle” Podcast on Complex alongside Akademiks and Nadeska, learning directly from Coach K and P at QC, reflects on the importance of being a useful person and knowing how to pivot, and blames social media for making people throw artists away easily. https://www.instagram.com/wayno119/ https://www.instagram.com/lalaashep/ https://www.instagram.com/djexel/ https://www.instagram.com/bossbritt__/ https://www.instagram.com/theprogressreport101/ https://www.instagram.com/tprmediagroup1/ Website: https://tprmediagroup.com https://linktr.ee/TheProgressReportMediaGroup Listen to us on the Revolt Podcast Network: https://tr.ee/GxMmkTcj7o Listen to us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-progress-report-podcast/id1494070183 Listen to us on Spotify Podcasts: https://open.spotify.com/show/5sBgF6wWa7NmHraP2QuBEv?si=a0f5f19b8a494fb5 The Progress Report theme song created by Jaylii (produced by Sparkz): https://www.instagram.com/jayliiradio/ https://www.instagram.com/trakmanmuzikllc/ 0:00 Wayno TPR drop 0:09 TPR theme song 0:34 introduction 1:18 TPR pop quiz 3:29 coming up in the mail room at Roc-A-Fella Records 5:00 coming up in Harlem, NYC 5:53 first time seeing Murda Inc 8:08 Kanye West cap 10:42 Kanye West now 12:43 excuses for Kanye West being weird 13:47 drill music culture “Drill music as a culture has ruined black and brown youth all over America” ~ Wayno 15:16 DJ Akademiks handling Kanye during interview 18:18 addresses that blank ended because they weren’t making money 22:47 media mindset 27:04 recording contracts playing on people’s needs 30:20 “Most rappers don’t make a lot of money… Being a rapper/ artist is like anybody else with a 9-5, you gon get what you put into that sh*t” ~ Wayno 31:35 being an A&R at QC and learning from Coach K and P/ RIP Takeoff 32:08 Gloss Up 39:09 Lil Baby doing it his way 44:27 social media making people throw artists away 45:35 recalls working at Asylum 47:03 why didn’t 600Breezy’s music work 48:23 not being artist dependent for his podcast 48:55 tips for content creators 49:31 landing podcast deal with Amazon Music 52:05 getting into content creation with JayHill 53:49 Speedy Norman 55:26 take suggestions 58:40 invest 59:45 best food and fashion in Bronx and Harlem, NYC 1:03:45 Dave East Jordan collab 1:05:17 what does our keyword “progress” mean to Wayno? #Wayno #KanyeWest #Akademiks #JoeBudden #lalaashepard #BossBritt #DJeXel #LunchTableTalk #TheProgressReportPodcast

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Trinidad James speaks on being a creative director for Sexyy Red, criticism for wearing nails, music

Sat, 26 Apr 2025 09:47:00 -0000

“My goal is to make music fun again in the A and just period” ~ Trinidad James Trinidad & Tobago born, Atlanta, GA raised artist, fashion designer, creative director, and song writer, Trinidad James skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about his 13 year journey in the music industry, breaks down his new single “My Biggest Hater”, Covid experience and album flopping, putting 'Trinidad James music’ to the side for fashion, women basketball jacket collab, approving Bruno Mars sample, business deal with T.I.G. Records, writing songs for Cardi B, Offset, City Girls, Kevin Gates, Bhad Bhabie, designing stage set for Bossman D Low’s tour, and losing Rich Homie Quan, Young Scooter, Takeoff, Young Dolph, and Bankroll Fresh. Website: https://linktr.ee/TheProgressReportMediaGroup Listen to us on the Revolt Podcast Network: https://tr.ee/GxMmkTcj7o Listen to us on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-progress-report-podcast/id1494070183 Listen to us on Spotify Podcasts https://open.spotify.com/show/5sBgF6wWa7NmHraP2QuBEv?si=a0f5f19b8a494fb5 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trinidadjamesgg/ https://www.instagram.com/lalaashep/ https://www.instagram.com/theprogressreport101/ https://www.instagram.com/tprmediagroup1/ Website: https://TPRMediaGroup.com 0:00 Trinidad James Skipping Class drop 0:23 introduction 0:42 new single “My Biggest Hater” 1:45 song sample 5:58 ATL roots 6:51 popping it on the song 7:39 women basketball jacket collab 8:15 lyrics breakdown 10:07 crediting song writers 12:44 discography 12:53 approving Bruno Mars sample 13:34 money keeping culture in a weird place 14:08 losing Rich Homie Quan, Young Scooter, Takeoff, Young Dolph, Bankroll Fresh 16:18 business deal with T.I.G. Records 16:38 pros and cons of having a team/ label support 18:28 unreleased music 19:43 fashion 20:26 creative director for Sexyy Red 21:54 getting into creative directing 23:44 Kevin Gates and Bhad Bhabie record 24:37 JT (City Girls) 25:07 Cardi B & Offset 25:45 giving records to other artists 26:04 2020 Covid experience and album flopping 26:35 moving to LA during lockdown and getting back in the mix 27:25 putting Trinidad James music to the side for fashion 28:07 Sexyy Red mainstream collab 28:40 teaching the process through new business agency 29:21 DAD name meaning 30:15 Trump’s tariffs 31:30 criticizing for wearing nails as a man 35:40 afro 36:05 what does our keyword “progress” mean? 36:31 what’s next? 37:11 designing stage set for Bossman D Low tour #TheProgressReport #SkippingClass #LalaaShepard #Progress #TrinidadJames #RichHomieQuan #BossmanDLow #SexyyRed

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Kai Ca$h speaks on ‘CASH RULES’ project, bond with Biggie’s kids T’yanna & C.J., overcoming anxiety

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 06:36:00 -0000

“I was 9 before I started writing my own verses” ~ Kai Ca$h

Brooklyn, NYC rapper Kai Ca$h skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about his newly released project, ‘CASH RULES’, landing a record deal with Generation Now courtesy of DJ Drama and Don Cannon, making his first song at age 7, parents funding his clothing career at age 14, experience attending 2 HBCU’s, publishing a book while in college to help with anxiety, reflects on being around Junior Mafia as a youth and CYN music collective with King Combs and Niko Brim.

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0:00 Kai Ca$h Skipping Class drop

0:13 introduction

1:03 sampling Missy Elliot and Future

2:15 ‘CASH RULES’ album meaning

3:54 making first song at age 7

6:22 taking music serious as a career and creating music collective

7:43 parents funding his clothing career at age 14

9:45 published a book in college at Hampton University

13:03 attended 2 HBCU’s

15:32 from Brooklyn, NYC

17:47 support from parents

19:20 T’yanna Wallace and C.J.

21:00 only child

21:44 CYN music collective with King Combs and Niko Brim

23:20 adjusting to life in the south

24:32 signed to Generation Now with DJ Drama and Don Cannon

25:29 why should people listen to Kai Ca$h?

26:45 define our keyword “progress”

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Baby Kia & Day1 Lil Willie share why they don’t like the term “YN”, inventing crash out music, OGs

Tue, 22 Apr 2025 10:00:00 -0000

“This rap stuff has been our plan, we just didn’t know who it would be” ~ Baby Kia/ Day 1 Lil Willie

18 and 19 year old Atlanta, GA rappers Baby Kia and Day1 Lil Willie skip class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about using music as therapy, YN misconceptions, no co-signs from major artists, support from Quavo (Migos), Bossman D Low, and Baby Drill, getting banned from performing at High Schools, getting inspiration from Gucci Mane and DMX, importance of DJs, and their most recent projects ‘Never Too Late’ and ‘KIA BOYZ’.

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0:00 Baby Kia & Day Lil 1 Willie Skipping Class drop

0:15 introduction

0:34 first meeting each other

0:57 inventing crash out music genre

1:44 drill music

2:28 crash out meaning

2:57 “YN”

4:43 support from OGs

6:05 no co-signs

7:02 putting on youngings

7:22 Bossman D Low tour experience

8:47 Raw VS Rage concert in ATL

9:17 banned from performing at High Schools

11:12 growing up in Atlanta, GA

12:36 “12 our only opps”

12:50 music is therapy

14:50 Skrilla

15:04 taking rap serious

15:28 Baby Kia not taking rap serious

16:13 family support

17:15 name meanings

18:55 Baby Drill feature

19:22 XXL Freshman list

20:39 Youtube monetization and no g*n’s in visuals

21:36 Day1 Lil Willie speaks on his new project ‘Never Too Late’

23:02 Part 2 of ‘3 Headed Fox”

23:51 fans leaking music

24:52 creative process inside the studio

26:22 producers

26:37 Baby Kia losing voice

29:00 forgetting lyrics

29:40 ‘KIA BOYZ’ & ‘I PRAY YOU DIE’ project’s inspiration from Gucci Mane

31:37 importance of DJs

32:10 Day1 Lil Willie career

33:36 record label

34:26 Baby Kia signed to a major record label

35:07 inspiration from DMX

36:02 Young Scooter passing and losing a best friend to gun violence

36:52 coping with grief

39:31 what does our keyword “progress” mean to Baby Kia & Day1 Lil Willie?

40:05 message to day 1 fans

#TheProgressReport #SkippingClass #LalaaShepard #Progress #BabyKia #Day1LilWillie #BabyDrill #Quavo #LilBaby #YN #YNs

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Tashera Simmons opens up about ‘Dying To Self’ new book, 4 years since DMX has passed, Irv Gotti passing & more!

Sat, 19 Apr 2025 10:30:00 -0000

Tashera Simmons skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about how she celebrated her recent 54th birthday, releasing her new book, ‘Dying To Self’ 4 years since its original release date, letting go of distractions by fasting cold turkey, learning forgiveness through therapy, overcoming abandonment issues, motherhood, relating to Lauren London and Nipsey Hussle’s love story, knowing DMX since age 11 and dating him at age 17, toxic marriage and divorce, the music industry tearing DMX to pieces, and releasing music after an artist passes away.

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0:00 Tashera Simmons TPR Skipping drop

0:10 introduction

1:01 ‘Dying to Self’ new book

2:28 learning about God

3:09 timing of the book

3:38 second book mental space

5:29 ‘Dying to Self’ spiritual warfare

7:35 letting go of distractions by fasting cold turkey

10:02 DMX faith in God

10:44 family thinking she lost her mind

11:04 DMX yes man

11:33 God’s plan

12:28 New York

13:32 racism in the south

16:41 missing out on childhood after her mother walked out on her and her 8 siblings at age 14

19:02 did DMX remind you of your dad?

21:07 motherhood and parenting style’s

22:48 learning forgiveness through her parents in therapy

23:16 dating DMX at age 17

23:58 betrayed by her mother, father, and DMX

25:13 loving Earl/ DMX

26:40 multiple personalities

27:33 forgiveness

27:56 learning from her father about forgiveness when holding onto grudges

29:41 both parents are deceased

30:18 love story with DMX

31:51 upcoming biopic

32:28 DMX wanting big dogs to sleep in the bed LOL

33:17 proposal within 8 months of being together with JaRule

34:32 Lauren London Nipsey Hussle love story

36:14 women in high profile relationships advice

37:31 4 years since DMX’s passing

38:57 Irv Gotti passing

40:18 maintaining a pure heart within the music industry

42:10 releasing music after an artist passes away

43:28 favorite song and film by DMX

44:36 what does our keyword “progress” mean to Tashera Simmons?

45:18 what do you want people to remember 50 years from now?

45:47 how to purchase book ‘Dying to Self’

#TheProgressReport #SkippingClass #LalaaShepard #Progress #TasheraSimmons #DMX #DyingtoSelfBook

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Young Scooter loses his life on his 39th birthday, Yung L.A. makes a comeback, Omarion & Bow Wow beefing

Sat, 19 Apr 2025 00:15:00 -0000

Lalaa Shepard, Boss Britt, and DJ eXeL get together for a new edition of Lunch Table Talk presented by The Progress Report to speak about losing more rappers in Atlanta,

shady music business deals, backwards laws in America, Jazmine Cheaves and 600 Breezy love story goes left, Jacquees and Deiondra Sanders family drama, sobriety and more!

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0:00 TPR theme song

0:25 introduction

3:08 RIP Young Scooter

9:17 losing Atlanta rappers to death or prison

9:55 is it the music?

16:32 Yung L.A. getting a second wind in his music career

19:12 “Ain’t I” challenge

23:05 artists need a continuous budget

28:43 artist’s being forced into doing records they don’t want to do

29:10 Keri Hilson Beyonce diss

29:30 Tiffany Evans The Progress Report interview

37:30 can Keri Hilson make a comeback?

38:29 Can you not like someone and still do business with them?

43:23 B2K members crossing Omarion

45:49 grooming

46:45 16 years old is the legal age of consent in Georgia

53:20 relations with old people

55:36 dating while having kids

55:50 Jazmine Cheaves and 600 Breezy

59:11 Summer Walker love

59:26 600 Breezy and Jazmine Cheaves are toxic

1:03:27 Jacquees and Deiondra Sanders family drama

1:13:00 BG coming to ATL (WNBA)

1:15:22 Life in ATL is expensive ($13 for a mocktail)

1:18:00 sobriety journey

#Omaion #BowWow #KeriHilson #YoungScooter #Jacquees #lalaashepard #BossBritt #DJeXel #LunchTableTalk #TheProgressReportPodcast

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Montana 700: “I can live my life off a gift, I can wake up everyday and rap and not do nothing else… My momma lives off rapping she ain’t never made a song” ~ Montana 700

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 18:00:00 -0000

“Being a rapper is one of the most dangerous jobs in the world… You gotta be on point at all times” ~ Montana 700

Montana 700 skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about the new Dallas movement, hardest adjustment to fame, ‘700 Reasons’ project, sampling Mannie Fresh, family support, and plans for his upcoming album.

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0:00 Montana 700 Skipping Class drop

0:10 introduction

0:39 ‘700 Reasons’ project

1:10 sampling Young Jeezy’s “And Then What”

1:47 Big Tymer’s sample

2:11 “Pipeline” song with BigXthaPlug

2:42 New Dallas movement

3:39 support from OGs in Texas

3:55 shag haircut

4:35 collabs with female artists

5:18 collabs with Dallas female rappers

5:27 “Wit A Boss” music video

5:55 ideal lady

6:11 Enchanting rapper

6:25 RIP Bankroll Fresh

7:08 Hunxho collab

7:17 RIP Young Scooter

7:50 Detroit collabs

8:31 support from other mainstream rappers

9:05 hardest adjustment to fame

9:29 favorite and least favorite part of being a public figure

10:01 family support

10:12 gifted mom $50,000

10:30 being a rapper is one of the most dangerous jobs in the world… You gotta be on point at all times” ~ Montana 700

10:53 street grind to music career

11:15 signed to 300 ENT and being consistent with music

12:15 life blessings

12:49 message to day one fans

13:04 album on the way

13:31 what does our keyword “progress” mean to Montana 700?

14:05 not tucking chains

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Hattiesburg, Mississippi artist DaphoDILL shares how dating a man for the first time at age 26 inspired her song “I’m Rolling Jimmy”

Sun, 13 Apr 2025 09:00:00 -0000

“F millions, let’s get billions together…” ~ DaphoDILL to Zaytoven

Hattiesburg, Mississippi artist DaphoDILL makes her return to Skipping Class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about landing a distribution deal with Zaytoven, 2 albums, ‘My Suicide Letter’ & ‘Anomalous’, and getting out of the military after toxic experience.

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0:00 DaphoDILL Skipping Class drop

0:14 introduction

0:39 changes since 2023

1:36 what does our keyword “progress” mean now?

2:25 landing distribution deal with Zaytoven

4:00 advice from Zaytoven

4:41 music grind in ATL

6:21 “I’m Rolling Jimmy” single inspired by toxic relationship

9:12 song continued

10:43 family pushing her to date men instead of women

11:24 differences dating men vs women

12:10 goal to marry a woman

12:54 2 albums ‘My Suicide Letter’ & ‘Anomalous’

15:28 alcohol and drug addiction

17:59 support and backlash for speaking out against military experience

21:40 abuse towards homosexual people

22:30 getting back in military

23:12 why should people listen to DaphoDILL?

#DaphoDILL #Zaytoven #TheProgressReport #SkippingClass #LalaaShepard #Military

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Gorilla Zoe speaks on co-signing Jass Clutch “Hood N*gga” sample, Glorilla name similarity, flowers

Fri, 11 Apr 2025 21:47:00 -0000

“Being a real n*gga ain’t regular, its rare” ~ Gorilla Zoe

“Its chess not checkers, you got to play the game” ~ Jass Clutch

Henderson, North Carolina artist Jass Clutch and Atlanta, GA’s own Gorilla Zoe skip class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about their collab song, “Trap N*gga” which is a sample of Gorilla Zoe’s 2007 hit song, “Hood N*gga”. During the episode, Jass Clutch reflects on her journey to becoming a rapper after being a promoter, having features with Finesse2Tymes and Ralo, ownership and independence. Gorilla Zoe shares if he receives his flowers for his contributions to the rap game and offers health tips.

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0:00 Gorilla Zoe & Jass Clutch Skipping Class drop

0:15 introduction

0:45 first time hearing Gorilla Zoe’s “Hood N*gga”

2:22 Gorilla’s first thoughts hearing the song

3:44 Gorilla hopping on the song

4:40 edited version of “Hood N*gga” song

5:31 journey to becoming a rapper and life before rap

7:30 getting Finesse2Tymes on a feature

8:13 Ralo feature

8:57 biggest learning lesson from Gorilla Zoe

11:04 flowers for Gorilla Zoe

11:32 thoughts on rap game now

12:34 “Juice Box” song with Yung Joc

13:11 females going crazy in rap game and male fan base

14:30 first thoughts hearing Glorilla’s name

15:04 Young M.A.

17:04 smoke and mirrors in the rap game

17:55 Gorilla Zoe credit for paving the way

18:38 ownership and independence

20:00 don’t take things personal in this game

21:00 “Being a real n*gga ain’t regular its rare” ~ Gorilla Zoe

22:00 health is wealth

24:10 “Trap N*gga” visual

25:05 define our keyword “progress”

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Tiffany Evans addresses why she got emancipated at age 16, “Promise Ring” label issues, depression

Tue, 08 Apr 2025 05:14:00 -0000

“I’ve always been working, its just figuring out the right formula… the public isn’t seeing you and what’s going on but all this time I've been correcting the recipe and having kids LOL” ~ Tiffany Evans

Songstress, actress, and writer, Tiffany Evans joins Lalaa Shepard, Boss Britt, and DJ eXeL for a new episode of The Progress Report Podcast where Tiffany opens up about her musical hiatus, living 9 lives after experiencing success and getting signed as a child star, being mishandled as a child with a powerful voice by her parents and music execs, hardships of transitioning from a child star to an adult artist, addresses her relationships with Oprah, Tyler Perry, Matthew Knowles, and now being confident in her music with her latest single, “Would You” now streaming on all music platforms!

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0:00 Tiffany Evans TPR drop

0:05 TPR theme song

0:32 introduction

2:15 TPR pop quiz

6:40 “Let Me Be Your Angel” song

8:05 depression

9:35 love for Usher

10:03 “Promise Ring”

12:30 “I’m Grown” single with Bow Wow

13:40 grooming child singers

15:00 going independent after turning 18 years old

16:17 depression and suicide continued

17:00 Jonas Brothers

17:38 toxic circle and parenthood

17:48 parents not knowing the music business

18:50 management situations/ missed deals with ‘Annie’ film and Jay-Z

21:30 positive experiences

22:25 parents issues

22:37 9 lives before “Promise Ring”

22:51 surrounded by a lot of wolves who just wanted money

24:43 protected a lot of people by not saying too much

25:17 Matthew Knowles management situation after “Promise Ring” song at age 16

26:57 getting emancipated in Atlanta

28:45 relationship with siblings

29:37 parenthood

31:50 thinking for the family

32:21 Atlanta by herself at age 15

32:52 getting married at age 18

33:03 emancipation continued

35:03 running into predators at age 15

35:50 protecting people continued

37:29 going on the road by herself and no parents at age 11

38:00 emancipation continued

38:38 Matthew Knowles continued]

42:32 Tyler Perry and role in ‘Diary of a Mad Black Woman’

45:30 defends Tyler Perry

46:48 “Push Up” song with Kwony Cash

47:41 coming out of musical hiatus although she’s always been working

48:10 new single “Would You” and being in a confident space with music

49:49 changing name as an artist

52:25 grace

53:35 message to day one fans (teacups)

54:33 “progress” definition

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Jose Guapo & Shad Da God speak on Rich Kidz new music, Playboi Carti “LIKE WEEZY” sample, Atlanta music scene

Sat, 05 Apr 2025 09:00:00 -0000

“I knew how to record before I knew how to rap” ~ Shad Da God

“Atlanta music scene always gon be lit but our artists have been damaged… Artists locked up, artists passed away, sh*t like that” ~ Jose Guapo

“We was the first YN’s” ~ Rich Kidz

Atlanta’s own Jose Guapo and Shad Da God skip class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about Rich Kidz early beginnings and upcoming music and tour, being the original YN’s, smelling their flowers from the likes of 21 Savage, Glorilla, Playboi Carti for their influence and contributions to Hip Hop, Jose Guapo cutting hair, Shad Da God weed brand, and the importance of DJs to their careers.

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0:00 Jose Guapo & Shad Da God Skipping Class drop

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0:33 Rich Kidz smelling flowers

1:00 OJ Da Juiceman concert performance

1:19 21 Savage birthday bash performance

2:03 Glorilla dancing to Rich Kidz “Ball”

2:20 Playboi Carti “LIKE WEEZY” Rich Kidz sample

3:51 Skooly shoutout

4:10 other Rich Kidz

4:34 first time meeting each other in High School

5:55 Shad Da God records all Rich Kidz music

6:50 T.I. hard drive

7:20 studio sessions

8:08 young and lit

8:28 thoughts on Atlanta music scene now

9:47 Rich Kidz upcoming single and album

11:39 Jose Guapo’s father passing

12:12 Jose Guapo cutting hair and says he would never throw his old locs away

13:23 Shad Da God hair

14:06 what makes Rich Kidz so unique?

15:05 challenges being YNs in the game

15:30 avoiding women

17:34 is it anything yal would’ve done differently back then?

18:05 importance of DJs

19:42 Diva DJs

20:39 Shad Da God weed brand

22:29 Rich Kidz tour

23:00 mental head space right now

23:36 what does our keyword “progress” mean?

24:50 message to day one fans

26:53 social media

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FendiDa Rappa addresses Shamar’s toxic boyfriend, Cardi B collab song going GOLD, sexuality, Chicago juke drill sound

Tue, 01 Apr 2025 13:54:00 -0000

`“God don’t bless no mess” ~ FendiDa Rappa

Chicago rapper FendiDa Rappa joins Lalaa Shepard, Boss Britt, and DJ eXeL for a new episode of Lunch Table Talk presented by The Progress Report to speak on helping push the juke drill sound, relocating to Atlanta and dealing with aggrieve bugs, having an identical twin, being an openly gay rapper, bringing Cardi B to Chicago to film, “Point Me 2” music video, female rapper support and collabs with Glorilla, Mello Buckzz, Soulja Boy, and Shamar, plans for her upcoming album, and opens up about adjustments to fame!

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Mykko Montana & King Jai speak on highs & lows in music industry, “Red Dip” Chipotle song, entrepreneurship & health

Tue, 01 Apr 2025 10:00:00 -0000

“You can not be shy doing what we do” ~ King Jai

“You got to be a student at all times” ~ Mykko Montana

Barber, engineer, artist, and entrepreneur King Jai and the creator of the 2012 smash song, “Do It”, Mykko Montana, joins Lalaa Shepard for a new episode of Skipping Class presented by The Progress Report to speak about their buzzing single “Red Dip”, connecting with viral sensation Wenzl, provides tips to other independent artists on how to land sync placements and how to network, and Mykko opens up a severe health scare that made him adopt a healthier lifestyle.

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SleazyWorld Go addresses being called a 2 hit wonder, drug-free lifestyle, wanting 10 kids, anxiety

Mon, 24 Mar 2025 11:30:00 -0000

“A lot of people try to discredit artists for making it on TikTok, but a lot of artists have made it off Youtube or Soundcloud, its the same thing” ~ SleazyWorld Go

Midwest artist SleazyWorld Go joins Lalaa Shepard, Boss Britt, and DJ eXeL for a new episode of Lunch Table Talk presented by The Progress Report to speak about “Sleazy Flow” success, getting Lil Baby on the remix, pros and cons of being a rapper and signing to a major record label, dealing with social anxiety as a public figure, pulling millions of streams but not originally having more than $1,000 followers on Instagram, performing on Offset’s, ‘Set It Off’ Tour and hosting his own annual birthday bash concert series in Kansas City, Missouri, helping his fans cope with depression and anxiety, fatherhood, and his upcoming album, ’I Want Blood’ releasing Spring 2025!

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Ashlee Johnson speaks on being a seriel-prenuer, losing husband to g*n violence at age 29, purpose

Thu, 20 Mar 2025 23:06:00 -0000

Ashlee Johnson, also known as Ms $29 Million, skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about turning her pain into purpose with her ‘Street Widows Foundation’ and ‘Street Widows Podcast’ after tragically losing her husband to gun violence in Atlanta, navigating grief, raising 2 kids by herself, relating to widows such as Lauren London and Mia Jaye, thoughts on gun reform, being a TedX speaker, and plans for her upcoming book.

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Rest in peace Lotto Savage! Lotto Savage shares why he never signed to 21 Savage, being drug free

Thu, 20 Mar 2025 22:19:00 -0000

We hate to report that Atlanta rapper Lotto Savage was murdered in his hometown. Here's our latest interview with Lotto from 2024.

Atlanta, GA artist Lotto Savage skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about getting out of his record deal with Bases Loaded, originally being 21 Savage’s hype man and originally not supposed to be a rapper, blowing through his money, Travis Scott being the first person to play his song “Trapped It Out”, learning how to rap from 21 Savage, shares his thoughts on YFN Lucci and Young Thug arrests, speaks on Lil Keed’s death being a sacrifice for his family, addresses his relationship now with Loso Loaded, fans confusing his name with Latto, shares why he stop drinking lean, and plans for his upcoming project titled ‘Unfinished Business’.

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Doechii overnight celebrity, Rick Ross opening on Millennium Tour, relationships we knew wouldn’t last

Wed, 19 Mar 2025 00:12:00 -0000

Lalaa Shepard, Boss Britt, and DJ eXeL join forces for a new edition of Lunch Table Talk presented by The Progress Report to speak about the do’s and don’t’s at listening events, Millennium Tour performances, Doechii saying heterosexual men are red flags, DDG and Halle Bailey parenting issues, Boosie has a new baby on the way with his longtime girlfriend, Claressa Shields and Remy Ma boxing battle over Papoose, Kash Doll and Tracy T go their separate ways.

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Chow Lee speaks on meeting Cash Cobain via Clubhouse, creating sexy drill, sample clearance issues

Sun, 16 Mar 2025 04:00:00 -0000

“You gotta put in a little extra work when you from Long Island cause we not a borough” ~ Chow Lee

Long Island artist Chow Lee skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about being the sexiest n*gga alive, creating sexy drill music alongside his bro’s, Cash Cobain, and Bay Swag, breaks down his unique recording and writing process, recording himself at home, differences being signed vs being indie after landing record deal with Empire, Rolling Loud performances, ‘Girls Just Want To Have Fun’ sold out concert Valentine’s Day in New York, and plans for his upcoming album which will be the follow up to his 2024 album, ’S*x Drive’.

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Glockianna addresses comparisons to Gangsta Boo & La Chat, record labels trying to change her, relationship with Duke Deuce

Wed, 12 Mar 2025 01:00:00 -0000

“Its ok to get help” ~ Glockianna

18 year old rapper Glockianna skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about graduating High School at age 16, being raised by her grandparents and having an old soul, getting into rapping in school, growing up in a musical household, passion for crunk music, keeping the genre alive and paying homage to the OGs, overcoming depression and losing passion for music when music execs tried to change her, receiving support from female artists such as Gloss Up, K Carbon, and, Poison Ivi, and dream collabs.

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Nikki Natural speaks on Love & Hip Hop $50,000 check, acting on BMF series & P Valley, dating Trick Daddy, polygamy

Mon, 10 Mar 2025 12:00:00 -0000

“Being on reality TV makes you famous, not rich” ~ Nikki Natural

Miami, Florida artist and actress Nikki Natural skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about how she balances motherhood while being a creative, her career getting affected by Covid, acting on BMF series and P Valley, dating life and more.

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Will Belefonte of Will Hustle TV speaks on viral interviews with Pimp C, Method Man, checking Charleston White

Sun, 09 Mar 2025 15:00:00 -0000

“I done seen everybody but Tupac and Biggie” ~ Will Belefonte of Will Hustle TV

Will Belefonte of Will Hustle TV skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about coming up doing street DVDs, being a concert promoter by trade, being ahead of his time making himself famous online before social media was poplar, plans to sell unreleased content for documentaries to create legacy to enhance the black community, growing up in Austin, Texas after his mom moved from Brooklyn, New York, distaste for the media game now, and plans for SXSW 2025.

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Risk Takers 360 speak on overcoming 70 year prison sentence, going viral w/ music, homeless-sexual

Sun, 09 Mar 2025 07:19:00 -0000

“Young black men don’t be lawless… but you gon manage your life based off what you have access to” ~ BEO Rush

BEO Rush, Selfmade Shark, Squally G, StingLikeABee, Lil Wildlife, YSL Fireboy, and Lil 9 all skip class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak out about coming from Louisiana except YSL Fireboy who proudly reps Harlem, New York, Louisiana’s crooked prison system, coping with deaths and tragedy, getting blamed for friends death, being influenced by Cash Money, maturing, connection to YSL, and fatherhood.

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YBS Skola remembers Scoota, Baltimore accent & music scene, Meek Mill best advice, motivating youth

Sun, 09 Mar 2025 03:38:00 -0000

“Falling back from being out of sight gets boring sometimes but you can’t just be everywhere cause you don’t earn your respect that way being too accessible” ~ YBS Skola

Baltimore artist YBS Skola skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about catching a big break with his 2017 song “Shinning”, come up process and sacrifices with being a rapper, past run ins with the law, linking up with Atlanta rappers Lil Baby, YFN Lucci, and Hoodrich Pablo Juan, Baltimore’s music scene then and now, ‘I Need Love’ EP catered to the ladies, acting and upcoming film, fatherhood, and the importance of giving back to the community.

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Swayvo Twain reflects on the hardships of being an artist and the son of D’Angelo & Angie Stone RIP

Thu, 06 Mar 2025 06:26:00 -0000

Swayvo Twain skips class with The Progress Report to speak about originally not wanting to do music because his parents did music, hardships of being a kid of celebs and making a name for himself as an artist, growing up with his grandparents as his parents were on the road during his childhood in Columbia, South Carolina, ’Articles of Swayvo Twain’ upcoming project, being the sexiest fat n*gga alive, and passion for acting.

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Slim Thug & Propain remember BeatKing, Rich Homie, love for black women, Meg Thee Stallion, importance of black ownership

Tue, 04 Mar 2025 11:00:00 -0000

H-Town to ATL! Underground legends Slim Thug and Propain sit down with Lalaa Shepard for a new edition of Skipping Class presented by The Progress Report to speak about their upcoming movie and project inspired by Houston culture titled, ’Double Cup” both releasing Spring 2025, both artists recall first meeting each other, run down their H-Town Mount Rushmore lists, discusses the importance of black ownership, collaborating with Beyonce, Young Dolph, Nipsey Hussle, Megan Thee Stallion, Rich Homie Quan, and not being affected by not receiving credit in the game for their contributions to the culture.

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Big Meech & Lil Meech ruin relationship with 50 Cent, Asian Doll Kash Doll beef, Lil Durk more drama

Tue, 04 Mar 2025 00:33:00 -0000

Lalaa Shepard, Boss Britt, and DJ eXeL join forces for a new edition of Lunch Table Talk presented by The Progress Report to share their input on Detroit rapper Big Dank suing Lyft, Drake’s success without major label support and new album, Lil Durk’s wrongful death lawsuit, BMF potentially being canceled, rap beefs with Kash Doll and Asian Doll, and Alabama Barker and Bhad Bhabie.

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Rich Homie Monta opens up about the good, the bad, and the ugly with Rich Homie Quan

Thu, 27 Feb 2025 12:00:00 -0000

The Progress Report Media Group is highlighting black creative heroes all year long! Rich Homie Monta joins The Progress Report Podcast with hosts Lalaa Shepard, Boss Britt, and DJ eXeL to speak about meeting Rich Homie Quan when he was young and being his baseball coach, eventually becoming his manager experiencing every high and low together, being an active advocate for mental health, rough upbringing n Atlanta, GA, and remaining pure.

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Big Dank clarifies her issue with Lyft, speaks on being the first ever obese female rapper, OnlyFans, Ms Deb

Tue, 25 Feb 2025 22:05:00 -0000

Big Dank skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about appearing on Ms Deb’s show ‘Deb’s House’, taking music serious at 8 years old with her dad, having confidence instilled from her family, admits to being big since a child and living with ongoing thyroid issues, Lyft lawsuit, health issues, dating deal breakers, ghost writing for artists, and her new R&B single, “So What”.

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Lil Donald addresses falling off rumors, getting dissed by fake friends, counting 1,000,000 in cash, bringing Rocko out of retirement

Mon, 24 Feb 2025 12:00:00 -0000

Atlanta rapper Lil Donald skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about his new project, ‘Don Soza - Nobody Knows Me’, losing his mother during a high point in his career, getting dissed by fake friends, fatherhood, dating tall women, and more.

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Bold Culture CEO recalls boosting prior to starting his clothing brand, attending NY Fashion Week

Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:34:00 -0000

Fuquan Forrest skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to reflect on being locked up for 2 years for theft, turning his life around starting his clothing brand Bold Culture, styling for K Camp, Blac Chyna, Phor from Black Ink, and more.

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Atlanta artist Jiah speaks on blending rap and R&B, writing her first song at age 10, dream collabs with Rhianna & Lil Wayne

Thu, 20 Feb 2025 12:00:00 -0000

Jiah skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about being an athlete since a kid, passion for music and writing, being compared to other artists, females taking over, and defines our keyword “progress”.

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Shawty Lo JR speaks on keeping his dad’s name alive 9 years later, Latto “Put It On Da Floor” music video

Tue, 18 Feb 2025 10:00:00 -0000

Shawty Lo JR skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about Shawty Lo passing away 9 years ago, coping with grief, Down 4 Lo week in Detroit and Atlanta, D4L split, and more!

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Trap Dickey addresses homosexual son bar, using lazy eye as his super power, Da Baby "Blue Devils”

Sat, 15 Feb 2025 01:02:00 -0000

“Da Baby a real one” ~ Trap Dickey

Hartsville, South Carolina artist Trap Dickey skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about his song “Blue Devils” blowing up online, putting on for the Carolina’s,

‘Trap Or Die’ project, plans for upcoming music, fatherhood, and leaving the streets to become a full-time rapper.

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#FreeAmerica, Kendrick Lamar halftime show, Drake’s next move, Anthony Edwards reacts to allegedly impregnating Lil Baby’s first BM

Thu, 13 Feb 2025 12:00:00 -0000

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Mizz Twerksum speaks on transition from influencer to R&B artist Saturdayy, making money to workout

Tue, 11 Feb 2025 05:18:00 -0000

“Music been my passion for a long time, I just don’t want anything to happen and I’m just known for shaking ass” ~ Mizz Twerksum/ Saturdayy

Mizz Twerksum joins The Progress Report Podcast with Lalaa Shepard, Boss Britt, and DJ eXeL for a new edition of Lunch Table Talk to speak about going viral in the early 2000s twerking on social media, pouring into her passion for music and releasing her self-titled EP ‘Saturdayy’, making money on OnlyFans, love life, and more!

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Memphis artist Aleza opens up about life after “Shabooya” success, being a full-time mom and artist

Thu, 06 Feb 2025 23:32:00 -0000

Aleza returns to Skipping Class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about her recent birthday, background as a hooper, ‘Back To Me’ project, working with Juicy J, motherhood, and her upcoming R&B song releasing Valentine’s Day.

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“Don’t get it twisted, Tubi has made independent film makers millionaires”

Wed, 05 Feb 2025 17:09:00 -0000

Director Beasy Jones, Big Stevo (producer and co-writer), actor Reginald Walker, and Charles Burgees (writer of the film) all skip class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about their roles in their newly released film ‘Negligence’ now streaming for free on Tubi!

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A.R. The Mermaid addresses devil horn eyebrows misconception, fully independent out of contract from 300 Ent

Sat, 01 Feb 2025 02:02:00 -0000

East Memphis artist A.R. The Mermaid skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about getting into music, being influenced by Atlanta rapper Hoodrich Pablo Juan, going fully independent after her deal ended with 300 Ent, relationships with other female artists such as Slimeroni and K Carbon, love for yoga, sexuality, dating men and women, past issues with deceased artist Enchanting, and her upcoming project titled ‘What’s Next’.

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Drew Sidora opens up about her new single inspired by her divorce, still receiving hate for her role on ‘The Game’, new single “I Did It To Me”

Tue, 28 Jan 2025 22:49:00 -0000

“The studio is literally my therapy and saving grace” ~ Drew Sidora

Actress, songstress, dancer, and songwriter Drew Sidora visits The Progress Report Podcast with hosts Lalaa Shepard and DJ eXeL to speak about her extensive history in entertainment! Drew Sidora opens up about originally being from Chicago, raised in a two parent household, learned to play piano at age 3, has been signed to Slip-N-Records, BabyFace, and a girls group with Def Jam but none of the music was ever released. Drew then got into acting as a teen and has since had major roles on the TV shows, The Real Housewives of Atlanta, ‘The Game’, popular films such as ‘White Chicks’, acted as T-Boz in the ‘TLC Biopic’, and several other films. Drew also reflects on her decision to divorce her husband after 10 years which inspired her to get back into music kicking off 2025 with her new single, “I Did It To Me”.

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Yung Ralph & Yung L.A. speak on joint tape ‘Juug Lingo’, remembers Rich Homie Quan, Young Thug free, selling music catalogs

Thu, 23 Jan 2025 18:24:00 -0000

“One mood, one cadence in this industry ain’t gone get it, that’s boring” ~ Yung L.A.

Yung Ralph & Yung L.A. skip class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about rebranding themselves, both coming from Atlanta, GA Zone 3, ‘Juug Lingo’ collab project produced by Nard&B, finally are able to enjoy the fruits of their labor after getting business right, love for smaller markets and other independent artists, remembers Rich Gang days, success with Young Thug, Rich Homie Quan, and Birdman.

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Webbie’s son Tre Savage speaks on signing to Trill ENT, addresses comments about rappers over 30 years old, becoming a dad

Tue, 14 Jan 2025 21:38:00 -0000

“You the hardest thing to come out BR since Lil Phat”

Baton Rouge artist Tre Savage makes his second appearance on Skipping Class with host Lalaa Shepard presented by The Progress Report to speak about his latest project ‘I AIN’T HAVE NOTHING BUT A DREAM’, getting exclusive vocals from the late Lil Phat, hardships of being Webbie’s son and rapping, upcoming joint projects with Webbie and Boosie’s son, Tootie Raww, recently meeting Boosie for the first time, dreams of becoming an actor, fatherhood and first learning he would be a dad when his daughter was already 9 months old, dream collabs with Nipsey Hussle and Michael Jackson.

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Mac Bre-Z addresses bipolar diagnosis, says that Gucci Mane is still her soulmate, wants $5 mil for “Pillz” & “Go Head”

Tue, 07 Jan 2025 17:07:00 -0000

“People don’t know the half of what I’ve been through because I suppressed it so long…” ~ Mac Bre-Z

Gucci Mane’s first artist Mac Bre-Z, most known for her verses on Gucci Mane’s early 2000s songs “Pillz” and “Go Head” does her second interview with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to break down her frustrations with Gucci and confirms that there is no “beef” between them but she wants compensation and credit for her contributions to their songs, “Pillz” and “Go Head”. During the episode, Mac Bre-Z addresses social media critics who call her crazy, her issues with Keyshia Ka’oir, and shares why she believes Gucci Mane is a clone!

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Just Brittany speaks on paving the way for Houston female rappers & responds to backlash about entertainers receiving honorary degrees

Mon, 23 Dec 2024 22:00:00 -0000

“I paved the way… I crawled the way for a lot of these Houston female rappers so that they can walk” ~ Just Brittany

Just Brittany joins The Progress Report Podcast’s Lalaa Shepard, Boss Britt, and DJ eXeL for a new edition of Lunch Table Talk where we discuss Just Brittany’s journey to becoming sober, past life as a stripper, winning ‘Signed’ reality TV show in 2017 and learning from mixing business with pleasure, recalls having a stalker, overcoming domestic abuse with Z-Ro and Houston turning their back on her prompting her to relocate to Atlanta, remembers the late Rich Homie Quan and Beat King, growth and progress, the independent grind, and her upcoming album ‘Round Trip’ releasing January featuring Kodak Black!

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Yung L.A. & Alley Boy speak on forgiveness, kidney failure, blowing racks, paving the way for Future

Tue, 17 Dec 2024 01:00:00 -0000

“It wouldn’t be no Future if it wasn’t for Yung L.A.” ~ Alley Boy

Atlanta heavyweights Yung L.A. and Alley Boy do their first joint interview together with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about what each other means to the city and culture of Atlanta, new single “Back on That” produced by Nard&B/ Trenchwerk, upcoming collaboration album ‘Mob Lingo’ and tour, the independent grind, cons of signing a record deal, ageism in Hip Hop, health tips for smokers, fatherhood, living with past trauma and PTSD, karma, and defines our keyword “PROGRESS”!

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Marcus Muscogee “$co” speaks on medically retiring from the military after getting DUI

Sun, 15 Dec 2024 18:59:00 -0000

“Covid saved my life” ~ Marcus Muscogee “$co”

Marcus Muscogee “$co” skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about growing up in a military family, serving 11 years in the army, going overseas twice, plans to go back to college and eventually become a music therapist, balancing family life and a third marriage, coping with the death of his mother, and learning to trust God!

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FishXGrits breaks down the “IZM” lifestyle, independent grind, knew he wanted rap since age 5

Fri, 13 Dec 2024 00:43:00 -0000

FishXGrits skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about rapping since age 3, has over 18 projects out, has features with Peewee Longway, Hoodrich Pablo Juan, and Sauce Walka, and explains the “IZM” lifestyle.

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How did Jacquees become the King of R&B? “People think everything goes perfect in the studio, me and Scott Storch fought creating “Gimmie That” & “Run It for Chris Brown! ~ Sean Garrett

Wed, 11 Dec 2024 05:11:00 -0000

“I am the greatest song writer alive from Campbellton Road… Grady Baby” ~ Sean Garrett

Super producer, artist, and songwriter Sean Garrett skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about growing up in ATL, writing hits for Beyonce, Ciara, Chris Brown, Mary J Blige, Polo Da Don, Scott Storch, Fergie, Kelis, Jamie Foxx, Bangladesh, Gucci Mane, Mario, remembers the late music mogul Chubbie Baby, recalls relationship with Michael Jackson, speaks on new single “Baddie” featuring Jacquees, importance of men being vulnerable to women, offers financial advise, and shares untold stories about artists and producers in the music industry!

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Najee Lopez speaks on going PRO in boxing, 12-0 record, addresses rumors boxing is fake, thoughts on Mike Tyson, Claressa Shields

Fri, 06 Dec 2024 18:16:00 -0000

25 year old, 175 light heavyweight, PRO fighter Najee Lopez skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about his journey to becoming the person he is now, losing his father, growing up as a mixed male being African American and Puerto Rican, having over 200 amateur fights before officially going pro, growing up in East Atlanta, staying disciplined mentally, physically, and spiritually.

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Z-Ro speaks on giving up lean cold turkey after having a stroke, details the real reason Trae Tha Truth is mad at him

Tue, 03 Dec 2024 06:31:00 -0000

“People think celebs are God JR or Jesus Jenkins” ~ Z-Ro

Houston legend Z-Ro makes his debut on The Progress Report Podcast’s Lunch Table Talk segment with hosts Lalaa Shepard, Boss Britt, and DJ eXeL to speak about why he thinks the Mike Tyson and Jake Paul boxing match was fake, SLAB culture, avoiding legal issues sampling music, duties as a public figure, sex with robots, “No Ice” new single, relationships with other Texas artists, and focusing on health.

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Cheeze Beatz speaks on being in disbelief about Rich Homie Quan & Takeoff passings, confirms Cardi B album

Mon, 25 Nov 2024 23:33:00 -0000

“I don’t rely on just music, I’m a hustler, I just got to do my thang and keep going” ~ Cheeze Beatz

Super producer Cheeze Beatz skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about originally being from Miami, moving to Atlanta at age 12 with a man who eventually abandoned his mom, being raised by women, started off as a rapper then began producing, shares intimate stories about artists such as Nicki Minaj, Plies, Nardo Wick, Yung Joc, and speaks about his business ventures outside of music such as his Hibachi by Entrees food business.

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TruthWhy speaks on buying his first house from doing women’s nails, entrepreneurship, Chris Brown influence

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 17:21:00 -0000

Colonial Heights, Virginia artist Truth Why skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about hardships growing up being a mixed male, being a former athlete and thoughts on NIL deals, being influenced musically by Chris Brown, being a full-time entrepreneur alongside his dad, and fatherhood.

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Fort Myers, FL artist SBM Zay addresses rumors that he was shot and born with cerebral palsy

Tue, 19 Nov 2024 17:45:00 -0000

Fort Myers, FL artist SBM Zay does his very first interview with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about life with cerebral palsy, becoming a full-time rapper, not interested in signing with a major record label, upcoming single with Enphamus, and shares advice for other artists on the independent grind.

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Tiffany “Tip” Hayes speaks on WNBA 6th Player of the Year Award, 2024 Olympic experience, women having to play overseas to make money, & more!

Mon, 18 Nov 2024 14:00:00 -0000

“I think a lot of people feel stuck in playing basketball… I knew I didn’t want to play forever” ~ Tiffany “Tip” Hayes

Tiffany “Tip” Hayes makes her debut on The Progress Report Podcast with hosts Lalaa Shepard and DJ eXeL to speak about growing up in Polk County, Florida, being coached by her mother as a kid, being recruited by the goat, Coach Geno Auriemma at UConn and starting since her Freshman year in college, being inspired by Allen Iverson, getting drafted to the Atlanta Dream, rocky split 10th season, playing one year with Connecticut Sun, and most recently playing with the Las Vegas Aces and earning the WNBA Sixth Player of the Year Award. Tiffany Hayes also discusses her 2024 Olympic experience playing 3x3 basketball for Azerbaijan (Europe), experience playing overseas, not being able to benefit from NIL deals, women dunking in the WNBA, pre-game fashion, entrepreneurship, plans for retiring, and more!

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Jasun Jabbar reflects on his role on BMF, acting with Keyshia Cole, affects of Hollywood writers strike, music

Mon, 11 Nov 2024 20:50:00 -0000

“Ive gotten back to just having fun with everything… It started off as a passion then at a certain point it turned into work and it became less fun but we must find out way back to that joy and why we started doing it!” ~ Jasun Jabbar

Jasun Jabbar returns to The Progress Report to speak about his passions for rapping, producing, and acting, recalls working on the first seasons of BMF and Big Meech being freed, acting with Keyshia Cole on her biopic, learning lessons from actress Loretta Divine, lists his Mount Rushmore of actors, speaks on being an independent artist, paying homage to Eazy - E on new song, releasing 3 albums this year, giving out merch for free to fans, and Jasun defines our keyword “progress”.

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Did Kamala not get picked because she’s a woman? Donald Trump wins Presidency, DJs at The Polls experience

Thu, 07 Nov 2024 22:31:00 -0000

Lalaa Shepard, Boss Britt, and DJ eXeL of The Progress Report Podcast get together for another edition of Lunch Table Talk to speak about Donald Trump defeating Kamala Harris for the 2024 Presidential election.

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Brandon T Jackson addresses hiatus from Hollywood & choosing comedy over becoming a pastor, Bow Wow

Mon, 04 Nov 2024 19:25:00 -0000

“Movies change everything… People act stupid when your famous and I didn’t like that” ~ Brandon T Jackson

Brandon T Jackson makes his debut on The Progress Report with host Lalaa Shepard to speak about growing up in Detroit, being the son of 2 pastors, life as a preachers kid, moving to Hollywood to pursue his dreams of becoming a comedian and actor at age 19, landing major film roles and his life changing forever, opening for Chris Tucker, being mentored by Sinbad and Rip Michaels, working relationship with Shad Moss AKA Bow Wow, British actors taking over, money management and entrepreneurship, fatherhood and raising 4 kids, his upcoming special ‘Chest Out’ releasing late December, and much more!

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Kamala Harris black girl issues, Donald Trump is racist, Hip Hop is crashing out

Mon, 04 Nov 2024 14:00:00 -0000

Lalaa Shepard, Boss Britt, and DJ eXeL of The Progress Report Podcast get together for a new edition of Lunch Table Talk to speak about 2024 being a rough year for Hip Hop, Katt Williams predicted people would be exposed all year, Lil Durk locked up, Quando Rondo forgiveness, Young Thug is free, and voting season is amongst us!

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Kash Doll addresses name change, ‘The Last Doll’, studio session with Young Dolph, Dej Loaf, Claressa Shields walk out

Mon, 28 Oct 2024 13:00:00 -0000

“I dress really girlie and cute but I’m a real n*gga too” ~ Kash Doll

Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report Podcast catches up with Kash Doll at the Revolt Studios in ATL to reflect on coming up in Detroit, reveals she used to hoop in school, reflects on walking out the “GWOAT” Claressa Shields for her boxing match, background as a dancer, receiving organic support from male rappers, especially Detroit artists, fan tattoos, shares that she’s still single but still loves Tracy T’s kids like they are her own, motherhood, new single “Comfy” with Tink, and her upcoming album, ’The Last Doll’ releasing November 15th!

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Amari Noelle speaks on acting on ‘The Chi’ with her brother, sexuality not defining her career, new album

Fri, 25 Oct 2024 05:45:00 -0000

“Love is an action word… Love is being selfless” ~ Amari Noelle

Amari Noelle skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about her background in the church, growing up in Gary, Indiana, discovering her voice at a young age, getting kicked off her college basketball team pushing her to become an artist, collaborating with Jacob Latimore, Kirko Bangz, and Kodie Shane on music, tour life with Kaash Paige, acting career, balancing the grind, and her upcoming album,’The Reintroduction’.

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Big Meech is free, Atlanta rapper Peso Montana gets 50 years in prison, Keyshia Cole & Hunxho dating

Thu, 24 Oct 2024 05:42:00 -0000

Lalaa Shepard, Boss Britt, and DJ eXeL of The Progress Report Podcast share their thoughts on doing business with friends, double standards of dating for males and females, Jess Hilarious and Loren’s roles on The Breakfast Club, Atlanta rapper Peso Montana receiving a 50 year sentence in prison, how much we miss Wendy Williams in the media space, and more!

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King Elway speaks on Killer Mike co-sign, selling his ‘2 Soulful’ project for $100, entrepreneurship

Sun, 20 Oct 2024 05:02:00 -0000

Griffin, GA artist King Elway chops it up with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report live at his ‘2 Soulful’ listening experience. During the conversation, King Elway discusses selling the project for $100 following Nipsey Hussle’s infrastructure, ‘2 Soulful’ production and features with Translee, Starlito, Deante Hitchcock, Jody Breeze, and his homies from Griffin, GA, entrepreneurship and owning Wing It Deli, a shoe cleaning business, being a barber, all while being an artist and a father.

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Hunnit Milez speaks on spending over $50,000 in jewelry, Icewear Vezzo feature, how not having an active father affected him

Wed, 16 Oct 2024 13:00:00 -0000

Trenton, New Jersey artist Hunnit Milez makes his return back to Skipping Class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about filming a music video with live goats on a farm for his song “Youngest Turnt”, fatherhood and healing from trauma, interest in acting, and his upcoming project.

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Just Call Me Veto speaks on transition from rapper to podcaster, squashing misunderstanding with Mykko Montana

Tue, 15 Oct 2024 19:44:00 -0000

“I feel like I’m back connected with me” ~ Just Call Me Veto

Just Call Me Veto skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about his roots in New Orleans, New Jersey, and Atlanta, seeking peace, passion for wrestling, Vibin with Veto Podcast, the importance of traveling the world and getting his music played in Africa, recording his potential last album and contemplating being done with music to use his voice in other ways.

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Talameshia speaks on being the female version of her late boyfriend Beat King, grinding & grieving

Mon, 07 Oct 2024 19:46:00 -0000

“I’m grieving and grinding” ~ Talameshia

Houston, Texas artist #Talameshia skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about her upbringing in Houston, singing since age 3, singing in the choir, getting signed to Beyonce’s dad, Matthew Knowles while she was in a girls group, dating the late Beat King, coping with his passing, importance of mental health, and her new EP, “T Time”.

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GiGi Maguire speaks on being the muse for P Valley, making $28,000 in 28 minutes at Magic City, Lip Service & Lip Service Souf Podcast

Tue, 01 Oct 2024 01:09:00 -0000

“If the money was still the same right now, I would still be stripping right now” ~ GiGi Maguire

The one and only GiGi Maguire joins Lunch Table Talk presented by The Progress Report Podcast with hosts Lalaa Shepard, Boss Britt, and DJ eXeL to speak about growing up in Philly, being born a side baby, becoming a teen parent and relocating to Atlanta to escape abusive boyfriend, Magic City history and starting working there in 2005 making history for her performances, formerly being known as your favorite strippers favorite stripper, addresses rumors that she has a BBL and speaks on complications with her butt injections, ageism in the strip club, proudly being 45 years old and would still strip if the money was in the clubs like it once was, recalls being friends with benefits with Lil Wayne, getting approached by younger men, pegging men, getting “flewed" out to eat at Applebee’s, goal to open restaurant dedicated to her mother who was an herbalist, introduces her niece who is a dancer and their upcoming media brand Lip Service Souf which is a branch of Angela Yee’s Lip Service Podcast!

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Yung Joc speaks on teaching Gucci Mane to freestyle, Losing Rich Homie Quan, addresses broke rumors, NLE Choppa Pride performance

Mon, 23 Sep 2024 18:17:00 -0000

“I’m very grateful to have been able to sustain this long and have a fruitful career” ~ Yung Joc

Yung Joc skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about his upbringing and childhood, creating timeless music, his older songs going viral on Tik Tok, his thoughts on the Atlanta music scene now, losing Rich Homie Quan, giving artists their flowers while they are alive, transitioning to music, reality TV, acting, and radio, heterosexual men performing at homosexual events, thoughts on the Presidential debate between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, and his upcoming suspense drama film ‘Allure’ releasing October 2024 on Tubi.

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Wakko The Kidd discusses the recovery process after being shot 6 times, Airheadz cannabis strain

Thu, 19 Sep 2024 04:48:00 -0000

Wakko The Kidd skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about growing up in North Hollywood, both of his parents having a background in music and entertainment, started rapping and smoking at age 11, music with Rio Da Yung OG, Peewee Longway, Icewear Vezzo, and many others, entrepreneurship, owning a studio, and upcoming tour.

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Noodah05 speaks on getting discovered by Lil Baby in the hood, 4PF record label name change, originally not having a passion for rapping

Mon, 16 Sep 2024 23:40:00 -0000

“You gotta go a little harder when you signed to a artist” ~ Noodah05

24 year old recording artist #Nooda05 joins Lunch Table Talk presented by The Progress Report Podcast with hosts Lalaa Shepard, Boss Britt, and DJ eXeL to speak about his relationship with Lil Baby, growing up in Atlanta, trauma selling in rap, adjustments to becoming a public figure, lyrics being used against rappers, and everything in between.

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Rich Homie Quan talks getting kidnapped by Gucci for 3 days, Bow Wow influence, Young Thug FLASHBACK

Mon, 16 Sep 2024 20:59:00 -0000

“I’m back dropping music, nothing is holding me down, I’m back to telling my story” ~ Rich Homie Quan

Flashback 2021 edition of 'Conversations with Lalaa' series with The Progress Report's own Lalaa Shepard and the late Atlanta native Rich Homie Quan to speak about his come up doing open mics, his first big break with “Type of Way”, hating his most popular song to date, “Flex (Ooh, Ooh, Ooh)”, changes in the music industry since 2013, fatherhood, and more.

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Lotto Savage shares why he never signed to 21 Savage, signing $5,000 record deal, stopped doing drugs

Thu, 12 Sep 2024 22:13:00 -0000

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OG Parker speaks on making a song with DDG & his son Halo, plaques over Grammys, recording with Takeoff & PnB Rock

Thu, 12 Sep 2024 06:12:00 -0000

Super producer OG Parker skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to reflect on their first interview back in 2016, golden days being signed to QC, always keeping God first, being raised in the church, producing Migos “Walk It Talk It” FT Drake, Megan Thee Stallion “Thot Sh*t”, PARTYNEXTDOOR “Loyal” FT Drake, Drake and Kendrick Lamar rap beef being good for Hip Hop, his debut EP ‘Moments’, and record label Neutral Records.

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T7 addresses being labeled as a singing rapper, Rich Homie Quan influence, Florida Mount Rushmore

Wed, 11 Sep 2024 06:24:00 -0000

“The first person I started listening to was Rich Homie Quan” ~ T7

Miami, FL artist #T7 returns to Skipping Class presented by The Progress Report with Lalaa Shepard to speak about his latest project, ‘Baby Roller’ The EP, the flashy High Rollerz lifestyle,

having to leave the city to get love, remaining professional during sound issues during performance, and the importance of artist development.

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I’m a Freebandz n***a forever, I’m just building mine” ~ Lil Wookie

Tue, 10 Sep 2024 23:32:00 -0000

“All that one foot in and one foot out is a lose lose” ~ Lil Wookie

Atlanta artist #LilWookie skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about serving one year in jail, learning himself and patience, hair growth, “Thot Life” song with Young Thug, thoughts on YSL, and new music.

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Lil Terrio speaks on going viral at age 6, weight loss journey inspired by hurtful comments

Thu, 05 Sep 2024 05:38:00 -0000

“I didn’t have much of a childhood without being famous, my whole childhood I was famous” ~ Lil Terrio

Lil Terrio makes his debut on Skipping Class presented by The Progress Report with host Lalaa Shepard to speak about going viral at age 6 and dancing online, monetizing content and avoiding getting finessed, shares his advice for people looking to lose weight, and plans for upcoming music.

#OohKillEm

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41 (Kyle Richh & TaTa) speak on “Bent” going GOLD, drill rap genre, “B.A.S” collab with Megan Thee Stallion

Fri, 30 Aug 2024 19:49:00 -0000

“41 is a family… same young n***as who had the same dream and wanted to win and came together” ~ TaTa/ Kyle Richh

2/3s of Brooklyn, New York music collective 41 (Kyle Richh & TaTa) skip class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about coming up together in Brooklyn, following their dreams of becoming rappers although their parents wanted them to be doctors, their song “Bent” officially going GOLD, getting Sexyy Red on the remix, best advice from Busta Rhymes and Jadakiss, upcoming music video for their collaboration song “B.A.S” with Megan Thee Stallion featured on her latest album ‘MEGAN’, and their best purchases.

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Dennis McDonald details his role as Reggie on Bad Boys films, being a teen parent, plans for Kobe Bryant biopic

Tue, 27 Aug 2024 22:10:00 -0000

Dennis McDonald skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about growing up in the South Bronx playing sports, attending the Boys and Girls Club as a youth, becoming an actor at age 15 while being a teen parent, landing his role as Reggie in the Bad Boys films franchise, military and martial arts training to prepare for the role in the latest film, advice to inspiring actors, best fan encounters, and plans for upcoming roles and films.

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RecoHavoc speaks on co-signs from Lil Uzi Vert & PnB Rock, independent grind, Philly roots

Tue, 27 Aug 2024 20:22:00 -0000

“You only good as what you negotiate” ~ RecoHavoc

Philly artist #RecoHavoc skips class with Emani Kash of The Progress Report to speak about growing up in Philly, rapping since age 12, signing a major record deal, going back independent, past life as a DJ, using music as therapy, and his new single “Circles”.

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Our thoughts on Caresha addressing JT and Diddy, end of City Girls, break dancing at the Olympics

Mon, 26 Aug 2024 21:26:00 -0000

Lalaa Shepard, Boss Britt, and DJ eXeL of The Progress Report Podcast share their thoughts and opinions on gymnast Jordan Chiles getting her medal snatched away, the viral Australian break dancer, Caresha speaks out finally, and more!

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Luh Tyler speaks on Erykah Badu co-sign, OJ Da Juiceman collab, XXL Freshmen, debut album ‘Mr Skii’

Thu, 22 Aug 2024 10:00:00 -0000

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Jay Fizzle shares why he doesn’t believe in condoms, 26 kids, music with BMs, Young Dolph birthday

Wed, 21 Aug 2024 10:00:00 -0000

“If you got some money and some motion, you not supposed to be in Memphis” ~ Jay Fizzle

Paper Route Empire artist #JayFizzle returns to Skipping Class to speak with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report about his debut album, ‘Who Is Grizzape’, featuring his 10th baby mama on the project, music with his son’s and daughter’s, aiming for 50 kids, child support issues, Ralo and 03Greedo first day out experiences, Paper Route Tour coming up, support from Deion Sanders and his family for Young Dolph and his kids, plans for reality TV, and linking with Key Glock, Kenny Muney, Big Moochie Grape, Joe Gifted, and Big Scarr for music.

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Zaytoven lists his trap music Mount Rushmore, wings & food truck, upcoming projects with Young Dro, Bobby Fishscale, Money Man and his son Zayskii

Sat, 17 Aug 2024 10:00:00 -0000

“The Progress Report was one of the first places that made me feel like somebody when I get interviewed, that made me feel like I was somebody back in the day” ~ Zaytoven

The Progress Report media coorspondent Mik Fly caught up with the trap music legend himself #Zaytoven to get his thoughts on the current state of the music industry, upcoming business endeavors, and project announcements.

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NuFace speaks on moving to ATL because of Freaknik, getting Fabo on Killer Mike’s album, supporting his friends

Thu, 15 Aug 2024 23:24:00 -0000

“Sometimes, I don’t even know what I do… I’m just supporting my friends” ~ Nuface

Hip Hop historian #NuFace joins Lunch Table Talk presented by The Progress Report Podcast with hosts Lalaa Shepard, Boss Britt, and DJ eXeL to speak about originally being from Detroit and relocating to Atlanta after experiencing Freaknik, looking up to the blue print of Clarence Alexander Avant, attending Clark Atlanta University and seeing and meeting a lot of Hip Hop acts for his first time, believing in artists early, the importance of checking in on strong friends, offers ideas for making money behind the scenes and adding value, having his work featured in LL Cool J’s Rock The Bells event, multiple Hip Hop exhibits, preserving the culture, and raising 4 daughters.

#NuFaceWasThere

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BHM Pezzy speaks on his viral “Webbie Flow” song, being called the down south Biggie, spelling name wrong

Wed, 14 Aug 2024 21:21:00 -0000

“You need a team for sure” ~ BHM Pezzy

Atlanta, GA artist #BHMPezzy skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about being raised by his grandmother, his experience signing to a major record label as a teen, almost quitting music, his close relationship with God, preferences in women and not minding soft BBLs, shares why he wouldn’t sign with Gucci Mane, issues with “Webbie Flow” sample, upcoming project ‘12 Shades Of Grey’, and music with music producer Forever Rolling, and investments outside of music.

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Compton, California artist Klovis Khepri breaks down gang culture in Cali, transitioning from athlete to artist

Wed, 14 Aug 2024 10:00:00 -0000

Compton, California artist #KlovisKhepri skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about growing up on the West Coast, receiving a college scholarship to play football, creating feel good music that speaks to the soul, shares his thoughts on the Kendrick Lamar & Drake rap beef, and speaks on the importance of artist accolades such as Grammy Awards.

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MyaaP speaks on “On My Daddy” tagline, originally being a dancer and getting discovered as a rapper via TikTok

Sat, 10 Aug 2024 14:21:00 -0000

Independent artist #MyyaP skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about coming up on the East side of Milwaukee, learning how to rap from her older brother, writing her own music, 30 day tour with Veeze, and plans for music with Anycia, Sexyy Red, and Lakeyah.

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Atlanta artist Baby Zay speaks on his first time in prison, serving time with Gunna, his BM cutting his foot

Thu, 08 Aug 2024 15:52:00 -0000

“In this world its good and bad, you gotta pick which one you is” ~ Baby Zay

Baby Zay skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about growing up in Atlanta, GA, recently getting released from prison after serving one year, taking a 2 year sentence for his former friend that snitched on him, starting out being an music engineer and coming up with super producer ATL Jacob, taking music serious after his first recording session at Patchwerk Studios, linking with DJ Swamp Izzo because of Young Thug for his project, ’Way Too Easy’ project, and co-parenting.

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AMG Twinz speaks on signing to Future, 2 year hiatus from releasing music, indie grind

Wed, 07 Aug 2024 10:00:00 -0000

“Hard work beats talent, them long nights gon pay off” ~ AMG Twinz

The AMG Twinz skip class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about originally being from Columbus, GA and relocating to Atlanta in Highschool, getting introduced to rapping from their uncle at age 13, changing their rap name, avoiding bad record deals, relationships with Young Thug and Karlae, upcoming performances on Metro Boomin and Future’s ‘We Trust You Tour’, and plans for their upcoming album.

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Quezz Ruthless addresses Gucci Mane Big Scarr funeral drama, becoming his own man, Enchanting

Mon, 05 Aug 2024 11:00:00 -0000

“I just stay away from these b*tches” ~ Quezz Ruthless

22 years old rapper #QuezzRuthless skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about coming up in Memphis, TN, support from the city and other rappers, the importance of moving away from the city after becoming famous, coping with death, and unreleased music with Big Scarr.

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Quana Bandz shares her first reaction to the Young Thug arrest and Lil Keed passing 4 days after & addresses overdose rumors

Mon, 29 Jul 2024 18:56:00 -0000

Quana Bandz skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about her upbringing in Atlanta, experiencing different sides and eventually getting kicked out of Atlanta public schools, being around NBA YoungBoy and starting to rap, meeting Lil Keed and eventually having a daughter named Naychur. Quana also shares intimate details of her relationship with the late rapper Lil Keed, having a miscarriage before his funeral, receiving support from his family, her new single “Fat A$$”, and relationships with other female rappers Anycia, Kayla B, Enchanting, and Karlae.

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Claressa Shields speaks on women dominating in sports, being a therapist to black kids, hosts public workout in Atlanta

Thu, 25 Jul 2024 20:10:00 -0000

2 time Olympic gold medal champ and only female to hold undisputed world titles in three weight divisions, the one and only Claressa Shields hosts a public workout in Atlanta, GA at Hitsville gym and speaks with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report about other women in sports that she likes to watch, recalls her father originally not wanting her to box because she was a female, giving back to her community and kids, recalls walking out with Detroit’s own Kash Doll last year and this year she reveals she will be walked out by Dej Loaf and the Detroit Piston’s drum line, and she defines our keyword “progress”.

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Ray Daniels speaks on becoming an entrepreneur over taking a label job, compares Drake to Chick-Fil-A, & importance of having boundaries in the music business

Mon, 22 Jul 2024 11:00:00 -0000

“If you are independent or signed, there’s no difference in the work you have to do” ~ Ray Daniels

Ray Daniels makes his debut on Lunch Table Talk presented by The Progress Report Podcast with hosts Lalaa Shepard, Boss Britt, and DJ eXeL to speak about being self-taught, originally being from the East Coast by the way of Atlanta, GA now. Ray speaks on his journey in the music business and how the game is shifting, being a superhero for black people through his podcast, the importance of having boundaries in the music industry, Nicki Minaj carrying female rap, Sexyy Red being relatable, female rap having to be genderless, fatherhood, morals needing to be placed over money, entrepreneurship and not being afraid to invest in himself, having boundaries in the music industry, and offers advice for podcasts to make money outside of Youtube.

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FTO Sett addresses Gucci Mane 1017 curse, ‘King Crook’, wants to meet with Trump to help his community

Mon, 15 Jul 2024 11:00:00 -0000

“Gucci Mane told me, I want to get you out of your environment, you remind me of me” ~ FTO Sett

FTO Sett makes his debut on Skipping Class presented by The Progress Report with Lalaa Shepard to speak about growing up in South Vegas, Memphis, cutting off his hair, growing up with Pooh Shiesty and Big Scarr, FTO name meaning, giving back to his community, releasing one song before getting signed by Gucci Mane, and his new EP ‘King Crook’.

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Big Trap StickLife CEO recalls tricking himself out of the streets so he wouldn’t make a career out of trapping and enlisting in the military to make money

Sat, 13 Jul 2024 05:03:36 -0000

“I’m not gatekeeping the game, I'm passing it down” ~ Big Trap StickLife CEO

Big Trap skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about becoming the CEO of StickLife Productions, originally wanting to be a rapper growing up and wanting to provide opportunities for upcoming artists through his production company, growing up in Decatur, GA, having his first child at age 16, shares how he is related to rapper Peewee Longway, and background serving in the military.

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Roofs by Don speaks on the lack of black people in the roofing industry and shares how he got started

Sat, 13 Jul 2024 01:28:00 -0000

Roofs by Don speaks on transitioning from just being an artist to creating his own roofing business, missing out on a $3,000 Rick Ross feature before understanding the music business, tips for successful entrepreneurs, and more!

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Cincinnati artist Skylar Blatt discusses her sexuality, music with Chris Brown & Lola Brooke, female Mount Rushmore

Thu, 11 Jul 2024 10:00:00 -0000

“I know how much everyone is a fan of him… never in my life did I think I would wake up and say I gotta Chris Brown feature” ~ Skylar Blatt

Cincinnati, Ohio artist #SkylarBlatt makes her debut on Lunch Table Talk presented by The Progress Report Podcast with hosts Lalaa Shepard, Boss Britt, and DJ eXeL to speak about her upbringing in downtown Cincinnati, Ohio, goals to give back to the community, love for gaming, her sexuality and preferences when dating, background in sports, offers advice for healing from childhood trauma, and her 2 projects ‘Blatt Szn’ and ‘Blattys Knight’.

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Co Cash speaks on staying out of Memphis politics, pros & cons of signing to a major record label, losing his dad at age 5 to gun violence & more

Mon, 08 Jul 2024 18:54:00 -0000

“Being signed to a label really slowed me down” ~ Co Cash

Memphis rapper #CoCash skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about being born and raised in Memphis, becoming a rapper and rebranding with a new name, his relationship with other Memphis rappers, comparisons musically to Da Baby and Young Dolph, still feeling underrated and under heard, being health conscious and no longer eating meat or smoking, fatherhood and being a girl dad, and his upcoming self-titled project ‘Cash’

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Philly artist Lay Bankz speaks on making the XXL Freshman list, cheating in relationships, conversations with Latto & Enchanting

Mon, 01 Jul 2024 21:28:00 -0000

20 year old artist #LayBankz makes her debut on Lunch Table Talk presented by The Progress Report with hosts Lalaa Shepard, Boss Britt, and DJ eXeL to speak about growing up in Philly, dancing, singing since age 3, rapping since age 15, breaks down the differences from club music in different cities, upcoming music with Latto and best advice, thoughts on Enchanting passing and their last conversation, TikTok helping her music career, and her 2 projects ‘Now You See Me’ and ‘After 7’.

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Johnny Mase speaks on losing parents to drugs, being a white rapper, project with DJ Holiday

Sat, 29 Jun 2024 03:42:00 -0000

Pennsylvania rapper Johnny Mase skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about growing up with his grandparents since his parents were on drugs, fatherhood and raising a boy, inspiration from Mac Miller, Lil Wayne, Gucci Mane, Wiz Khalifa, linking with DJ Holiday, and upcoming tour with Montana 300.

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K Carbon speaks on the success of “Shabooya”song, boob job, moving from Memphis, Pooh Shiesty

Tue, 25 Jun 2024 04:30:00 -0000

“Stay prayed up” ~ K Carbon

22 year old rapper #KCarbon joins Lalaa Shepard, Boss Britt, and DJ eXeL for a new edition of Lunch Table Talk presented by The Progress Report Podcast to speak about her new EP ‘Diary of a Hustler’, Memphis upbringing and family support for her career, receiving love from Gangsta Boo before her untimely passing, relationships with Glorilla, Gloss Up, Slimeroni, Aleza, and other female artists, hopping in friends beefs, plastic surgery, and message to her day one fans.

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Lul Jaida speaks on growing up in the South suburbs of Chicago, being a hair dresser before being a rapper

Mon, 24 Jun 2024 18:24:00 -0000

Lul Jaida skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about coming from Chicago and stereotypes about her city, getting into rapping 2 years ago, writing music over freestyling, music with female rappers AR The Mermaid and Bali Baby, her new single “Back Seat” and more!

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DxnteMadeIt breaks down producing Bossman D Low’s “Get in with Me”, relocating from Jamaica to USA, losing accent

Sat, 22 Jun 2024 13:00:00 -0000

17 year old music producer #DxnteMadeIt skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about getting into music production, moving from Jamaica to USA with his family, losing his Jamaican accent, gaining weight after eating American foods, life adjustments, graduating Highschool and prom experience, producing for 42Dugg, Moneybagg Yo, YTB Fatt, Bossman D Low, Rob49, and his upcoming producer project.

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Jose Guapo speaks on Atlanta rappers being targeted by police, getting new fans from TikTok & his old music catalog

Tue, 18 Jun 2024 16:00:00 -0000

“I had to pay attention to more of the business and what I really wanna do with this and where I’m at with it… I feel like God is showing me if I be 2 feet in, he will show me the fruits of my labor, but if I keep tryna be 1 foot in and 1 foot out, he gon keep putting me through shit” ~ Jose Guapo

Jose Guapo skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about his latest project, ‘Sorry For The Addiction’, his old songs going viral on TikTok, being a street emo artist and a rockstar, learning the business side of music, becoming a podcaster, beef with Flakko and rap beefs.

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Maleigh Zan speaks on creating black house & dance music, Lovers & Friends festival performance, female rap beef

Fri, 14 Jun 2024 12:39:00 -0000

“Do the things that keep you balanced and on your path” ~ Maleigh Zan

22 year old artist Maleigh Zan skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about her lucrative modeling career, meshing genres of music and being influenced by her mother who appeared on Making The Band and her uncle who is a popular house DJ, ethnicity and growing up in Atlanta, GA after moving from Savannah, GA at age 9, having a twin sister who is also a musician, female rapper support, signing to the same record label as Sexyy Red, performing her singles “Gag”, “Work”, and “8 Ball” at Pride events and support from the gay community.

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Rising Atlanta artist Anycia speaks on experiencing colorism as a kid, 2 abortions, still independent

Tue, 11 Jun 2024 01:00:00 -0000

Atlanta, GA artist #Anycia makes her debut on Lunch Table Talk presented by The Progress Report Podcast with Lalaa Shepard and DJ eXeL to speak about her Georgia roots, rough childhood going from school to school experiencing colorism and bullying, close bond with her mother and grandmother, background before becoming an artist, creating her first song when she was broke, linking with super producer JetsonMade, her EP ‘EXTRA’ and project ‘PRINCESS POP THAT’, “Back Outside” song success with Latto, bringing out Lil Keed’s daughter during her concert, and her sexuality.

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Memphis rapper BIG30 shares how he pushes through depression, Gucci PR stunt, Pooh Shiesty, Big Scar, & Nuksie

Mon, 03 Jun 2024 19:22:00 -0000

Memphis, Tennessee artist #BIG30 makes his debut on Skipping Class with Lalaa Shepard presented by The Progress Report to speak about his close bonds with his parents, growing up in Memphis, hardest adjustments becoming a rapper, signing a record deal before Pooh Shiesty and splitting money with him, best and worse investments outside of music, new album ‘Still King’, his relationships with K Carbon, Big Scar, Moneybagg Yo, Gucci Mane, and his late cousin Nuskie, fatherhood and raising females.

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Yung Mal speaks on being targeted for RICO, PTSD, sampling Future’s “My Savages”, Q Money cellmate, Gucci Mane 1017 curse

Mon, 27 May 2024 19:27:00 -0000

“Mal you can’t be this millionaire and waking up everyday going back to Candler Rd … but that’s just what I’m used to” ~ Yung Mal

Yung Mal speaks with Lalaa Shepard, Boss Britt, and DJ eXeL on Lunch Table Talk presented by The Progress Report Podcast to speak about his family relocating from New Orleans to Atlanta following Hurricane Katrina, turning to the streets young after losing his dad, legal issues and being locked up with Cleveland, Ohio rapper Q Money and their future plans to create nonprofits and community events, relationship statuses with Gucci Mane and Hoodrich Pablo Juan, sampling Future’s music and Young Scooter co-sign, close relationships with music producers Gudda Tay and D Hill, and being drug free!

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NASAAN speaks about his dad Proof of D12, Bankroll Fresh influence, Detroit & ATL roots, record deal

Sat, 25 May 2024 13:00:00 -0000

NASAAN makes his debut on Skipping Class presented by The Progress Report to speak with Lalaa Shepard about growing up in both Detroit and Atlanta, taking his rap career serious since 2017, Busta Rhymes co-sign, best advice from Detroit artists Big Sean, Icewear Vezzo, Royce Da 5’9”, and Eminem, losing his dad (Proof of D-12) to gun violence, going through depression, stickers on his face significance, being independent to being signed to getting dropped to signing to a record label again, and his ‘ERROR 404’ project.

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OJ Da Juiceman speaks on his first Rolling Loud performance, arrest, forgiving Ms Deb, Gucci relationship

Fri, 17 May 2024 11:00:00 -0000

OJ Da Juiceman skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about his

first Rolling Loud experience with Suki performing their song “Selling C**chie” and “Make The Trap Say Aye”, Takeoff of Migos, Atlanta rapper Trouble, and Young Dolph’s passing, raising 2 daughters, OJ Da Juiceman VS Otis Williams, sheds lights on his relationships with Gucci Mane, Ms Deb, Ralo, and former 32 ENT artist Kourtney Money, still feeling like an underdog, reading negative Youtube comments, thoughts on the music industry now, and upcoming music with Bossman DLow, and Sexyy Red.

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Fatt Macc speaks on getting dropped from Atlantic Records, $100,000 advance, Bossman Dlow bringing back trap music

Wed, 15 May 2024 00:05:00 -0000

“Im getting back uncomfortable” ~ Fatt Macc

Montgomery, Alabama artist Fatt Macc makes his second appearance on Skipping Class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about the pros and cons of signing with a major record label, why he was let go from Atlantic Records, best investments, coping with death and losses, running red lights with women, money spent on jewelry, and new music.

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Mazi GA speaks on his Love & Hip Hop experience, finding out he had a 7 year old, relationship status

Fri, 10 May 2024 21:51:00 -0000

“Everyday is a hustle” ~ Mazi GA

Mazi GA skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about being an only child for 11 years, strained relationship with biological father, raised by women, getting into rap as a teenager and new single “Nasty” with super producers Nard&B, reality TV experience and relationship with Amy now.

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“Stay out the streets, go to school, get you some money… Judges don’t care about young black kids” ~ ABK JT

Tue, 07 May 2024 19:13:00 -0000

20 year old artist ABK JT skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about being a role model to kids back in his hometown of Greensboro, GA, using music as his therapy to cope with grief, defends pain rap, and shares advice for artists on their independent grind and journey.

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Cash Cobain speaks on getting Ice Spice on “Fisherrr”, Drake & Kendrick beef, Pop Smoke influence, samples

Fri, 03 May 2024 11:00:00 -0000

Bronx, New York artist Cash Cobain skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about his upbringings in New York, producing and being a rapper, “Fisherrr” song success and landing Ice Spice on the remix, creating his own genres and lingo and sampling classic songs, looking up to 50 Cent and Pop Smoke, New York Hip Hop scene falling off and coming back, best advice from the OG Casanova, denies allegations of having a reference track for Drake’s & 21 Savage “Calling For You”, importance of Grammys and other awards, and unreleased music with Travis Scott and J Cole!

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Bali Baby shares her thoughts on female rappers pushing OnlyFans & a rap career, 'Slut Pop', SXSW viral fight

Mon, 29 Apr 2024 21:03:00 -0000

Bali Baby joins the ladies of The Progress Report Podcast (Lalaa Shepard, Boss Britt, and DJ eXeL) on Lunch Table Talk to discuss her start as a rapper doing freestyle videos trolling other artists, roots in Atlanta, GA, going viral for having g*ns in her music videos back in 2016, support and envy from other female rappers, co-parenting and motherhood, and her new project ‘Slut Pop’ which is all samples.

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OTF Doodie Lo speaks on paying $100 for haircuts, King Von’s passing, withdrawals during rehab, defamation lawsuit

Mon, 22 Apr 2024 21:26:00 -0000

“Back then it was more fun, when you get the money everything be all different… I miss the days where we was all in the same house” ~ OTF Doodie Lo

OTF Doodie Lo skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about being from Kankakee, Illinois, being named by his aunt, visiting Chicago and becoming friends with Lil Durk, looking up musically to Bow Wow and Gucci Mane and sacrifices made for his career, converting to Islam, being falsely accused of assault and winning defamation lawsuit, drug addiction and $100,000 rehab, and his upcoming album ‘What Made Me’.

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The City Girls official break up, J Cole, Drake, Kendrick rap beefs, men having “break babies”

Sat, 20 Apr 2024 16:56:00 -0000

Lalaa Shepard & Boss Britt get together for a new edition of Lunch Table Talk presented by The Progress Report to give their opinion on the City Girls social media feud and public split, male rappers beef and diss records, white writers writing black stories in film, break babies and rules to taking breaks in relationships. Comment your thoughts below Classmates!

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Mon of The Smoke Battle addresses misconceptions about Atlanta having trash weed, levels to smoking

Thu, 18 Apr 2024 11:00:00 -0000

“Earn yo blunts” ~ Mon of The Smoke Battle

During this special 420 edition of Skipping Class, Mon of The Smoke Battle platform speaks about starting out as a podcast, levels in cannabis, born and raised on the Westside of Atlanta, Atlanta weed laws, events, and proudly smoking 10 blunts in a day.

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Mizz Twerksum breaks down the history of twerking, viral Soulja Boy “Donk” Youtube video, regretting dating Finesse2Tymes

Fri, 12 Apr 2024 13:00:00 -0000

“Me and my sisters would have been slutted out if our mom wasn’t managing us” ~ Mizz Twerksum

The legendary Mizz Twerksum skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about growing up in the midwest and relocating to Atlanta as a teenager, twerking with her big sisters and their mother turning their brand into a business, history of twerking, confidence as a woman before twerking, not being able to monetize on Youtube despite having million of views in the 2000s, breaking artists music and viral twerking video to Soulja Boy’s “Donk” song, career transitions as a fitness trainer and a singer, and regretting dating rapper Finesse2Tymes.

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Lunch Table Talk: DJ Misses discusses radio politics, sexuality, female rapper wave

Mon, 08 Apr 2024 21:29:00 -0000

“Im focused on trying to make radio great again” ~ DJ Misses

DJ Misses makes her debut on Lunch Table Talk with the ladies of The Progress Report Podcast (Lalaa Shepard, Boss Britt, and DJ eXeL) to discuss her roots in Ohio, sacrificing her comfortable lifestyle to relocate to Atlanta, GA to further her career in radio, being a radio personality, DJ, and mixer on Incognito Posted On The Corner which is syndicated in 20 areas courtesy of Reach Media, her thoughts on social media affecting mens mental, female influencers doing music but not being passionate about music, and Misses dating and love life.

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RX Hector speaks on RICO, relationships with Hoodrich Pablo Juan, RX Peso, grabbing his mom's ass

Wed, 03 Apr 2024 00:53:00 -0000

“I just wanna be a nobody with money” ~ RX Hector

Clarkston, GA rapper RX Hector skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about his prison bids and doing time in a level 5, growing up with all sisters, past hoop dreams ending after getting sh*t 3 times in Highschool, Drugrixh name switch to RX, coming up with Hoodrich Pablo Juan in 2016, independent journey, spending over 100,000 on jewelry, and staying focused on his music career.

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Lunch Table Talk: Should black people allow white people to say the “N” word, Sexyy Red, Adin Ross, Diddy & Yung Miami

Fri, 29 Mar 2024 23:35:00 -0000

Lalaa Shepard & Boss Britt get together for a new edition of Lunch Table Talk presented by The Progress Report to give their opinion on Ice Cube offering Iowa women’s college basketball player Caitlin Clark $5 million to play in his Big 3 League, Diddy and Yung Miami’s latest allegations, King Von’s baby mother speaking on his d*ck size, Adin Ross saying the “N” word in front of Chief Reef and Sexyy Red, Candace Owens stance on the black community, and Glorilla appearing on CNN.

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Lunch Table Talk: Draya Michele & Jalen Green, moms twerking in front of their kids, more Diddy news

Fri, 22 Mar 2024 22:21:00 -0000

Lalaa Shepard, Boss Britt, & DJ eXeL get together for a new edition of Lunch Table Talk presented by The Progress Report to give their opinion on parenting and over sexualizing kids, Dame Dash still speaking on Jay-Z in regards to Aaliyah and R Kelly, dating and ageism, TikTok potential USA ban, and more!

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Nefew calls out Atlanta for not going harder for Takeoff, bullet still stuck in neck, Covid Def Jam issues

Tue, 19 Mar 2024 20:45:00 -0000

“Really I’m the hardest out Atlanta” ~ Nefew

Atlanta, GA artist Nefew skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about feeling like the old Gucci Mane and the music business becoming too political, describes his rough upbringing and feeling robbed of his childhood since he had to grow up fast, speaks on his strained relationship with his father, discuss how Covid messed up his record deal motion with Def Jam, going independent, and reflects on the deaths of Takeoff (Migos), Bankroll Fresh, Dopeboy Ra, and Trouble.

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Young Lyric addresses hiatus from music to focus on motherhood & life after appearing on the Rap Game

Thu, 14 Mar 2024 11:00:00 -0000

“Slow progress is better than no progress” ~ Young Lyric

Young Lyric makes her debut on Lunch Table Talk with the ladies of The Progress Report Podcast (Lalaa Shepard, Boss Britt, and DJ eXeL) to discuss her upbringing and musical roots in Houston, Texas, her experience being on The Rap Game TV show and current relationships with Latto and Jermaine Dupri, engagement to boxer Shakur Stevenson and becoming a mother, still being viewed as a child star, thoughts on other female rappers, and her new single “Yummy”.

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Smiley from Baddies East speaks on BBL addiction, miscarriage rumors, Zeus high pay, rap career, PTSD

Fri, 08 Mar 2024 00:23:00 -0000

“I was bad and its ok, I learned from that and I grew up and changed my life. Just keep going, don’t stop, get around positive people and change your energy” ~ Smiley

Smiley of Baddies East Zeus makes her debut on Lunch Table Talk with the ladies of The Progress Report Podcast (Lalaa Shepard, Boss Britt, and DJ eXeL) to speak about her traumatic upbringing and childhood in Miami, Florida, love/ hate relationship with surgeries, getting shot by an ex-friend and now living with PTSD, having an abusive ex-boyfriend, motherhood and raising a son, plans to create a non-profit for runway and troubled kids, no longer feeling owned by Zeus Network and upcoming scripted acting opportunities, life before we knew her from Baddies East and her introduction into rapping and unreleased music with Southside of 808 Mafia and Chrisean Rock.

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Memphis artist Tripstar addresses why he’s no longer signed to Moneybagg Yo, overcoming lean addiction

Tue, 05 Mar 2024 19:50:00 -0000

“I’ve spent so much money on this music sh*t…owing my plug, had to pay him back, crawl out the hole… it takes years for balance” ~ Tripstar

Tripstar skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about getting his GED in prison after dropping out of Highscool, being raised by a singe mother, fatherhood, growing up in South Memphis, signing to Moneybagg Yo and going back independent, best advice from Young Dolph and Yo Gotti, upcoming tour, and new music with Hitkidd and Co-Cash.

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Big Moochie Grape speaks on gaining weight in prison, new Young Dolph tribute tattoos, C-Murder feature

Fri, 01 Mar 2024 22:34:00 -0000

Memphis artist Big Moochie Grape skips class for a second time with Lalaa Shepard and The Progress Report to speak about his recent prison stint for violating probation, why he’s considered to be a living legend, reuniting with his 2 daughters, losing Big Scarr and keeping his name alive, his ‘East Haiti Baby’: Incarcerated project featuring artists who are locked up, and plans for his upcoming projects ‘Gigantic’ and ‘Eat or Get Ate 2’.

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‘Mea Culpa’ reaction, Jam Master Jay’s m*rderers revealed, Yung Miami & more Diddy accusations

Thu, 29 Feb 2024 12:00:00 -0000

“True happiness is what really matters” ~ DJ eXeL

Lalaa Shepard, Boss Britt, & DJ eXeL get together for a new edition of Lunch Table Talk presented by The Progress Report to give their opinion on current events such as 2024 being the year of Karma, Ray J and Princess Love announcing their divorce for the forth time, our recent viral interview with The DJ-AOne where he speaks on Scrappy allegedly writing Diamond’s verse on Crime Mob’s “Knuck If You Buck, ‘Where is Wendy Williams’ and 'Mea Culpa’ reactions, Diddy’s latest allegations involving music producer Lil Rod, and justice being served for Jam Master Jay’s m*rder.

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losLAUREN 718 speaks on ageism in Hip Hop, feature in The Source Magazine’s “Unsigned Hype”

Wed, 28 Feb 2024 02:40:00 -0000

“The secret to success is that you can’t skip the steps, you really can’t pay your way into the industry” ~ losLAUREN 718

Bronx, New York rapper losLauren 718 skips class with DJ eXeL of The Progress Report to speak about being featured in The Source Magazine “Unsigned Hype”, upcoming EP ‘Success is not for the lazy’, his thoughts on the Grammys, and more.

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Doe Boy speaks on fans confusing his name with Doe B, Lil RT & Lil Mouse backlash, Apple commercial

Mon, 26 Feb 2024 22:43:00 -0000

“You gotta get on before you sign to a label, a label can’t put you on… If a label could put you on they would never have an artist flop” ~ Doe Boy

Cleveland, Ohio artist Doe Boy skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about obtaining his GED while in prison, Future co-sign, work ethic and having over 14 projects out, mixtapes making a comeback, ageism in Hip Hop, his Apple commercial receiving more airtime than Taylor Swift during the football season, and the differences from being signed to a major record label vs being independent.

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The DJ-AOne speaks on DJs undervaluing themselves, Xscape reuniting, Verzuz, men smoking hookah

Thu, 22 Feb 2024 22:07:00 -0000

“This game is so long, you never know who is next” ~ The DJ A-One

The DJ-AOne joins the ladies of The Progress Report Podcast (Lalaa Shepard, Boss Britt, & DJ eXeL) for a new edition of Lunch Table Talk where he discusses coming from a musically inclined family, perfecting his craft since age 12, creating his music learning program called R&B University, DJing for the likes of J-Lo, Muni Long, Lil Jon, Janet Jackson, Kandi, President Joe Biden, and more, the importance of learning the game as a DJ, blowing up off Verzuz, TikTok helping legacy artists music become relevant, and Sexyy Red making pregnancy look easy.

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Big Homiie G addresses loaf issues with Dej Loaf, Big Jook loss, misconceptions of being a big guy

Mon, 19 Feb 2024 11:00:00 -0000

Big Homiie G skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about fully commuting to music, being in a rap group with MoneyBagg Yo, Finesse2Tymes, and Blac Youngsta, big break moment with single “Tick”, his Memphis roots and Memphis Mount Rushmore, Zed Zilla being supportive of his music career, scared to rap in front of Yo Gotti, balancing fatherhood, and his ‘Self Made Self Paid’ upcoming project.

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Josh Levi sings live, speaks on signing with Issa Rae, Justin Bieber & Chris Brown co-signs, R&B

Sat, 17 Feb 2024 13:00:00 -0000

“God is good” ~ Josh Levi

Josh Levi makes his debut on Skipping Class presented by The Progress Report to speak about being a singer, songwriter, actor, and designer, growing up in a Christian based home listening to gospel music, getting discovered by Issa Rae, signing a joint record deal with Atlantic, growing up in Houston, TX now residing in LA, childhood friends with Normani, “Birthday Dance” song going viral, and his upcoming tour.

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JayeLL speaks on recording “Dirty Game” with Bankroll Fresh 1 day before he passed, Boochie carrying the Street Money torch

Fri, 16 Feb 2024 04:54:00 -0000

“Appreciate people while you got them and make the best of what you got right now” ~ JayeLL

JayeLL skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about his roots in Atlanta, GA, being a producer, engineer, promoter, studio owner, bridging the gap amongst Atlanta artists, unreleased Bankroll Fresh project with Scotty ATL, and losing his mother and Killer Mike’s ‘Michael’ album helping him cope with death.

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DJ RuMajor gives his input on the DJ VS Artist conversation going on in ATL, internet helping break artists

Mon, 12 Feb 2024 20:54:00 -0000

“DJs are unappreciated” ~ DJ RuMajor

DJ RuMajor skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about his background promoting parties and learning how to DJ, promoting artists and breaking records in Atlanta, DJs being unappreciated and the internet helping break artists, pays homage to the late Cincinnati, OH artist Kalyko, and how he balances his love life and fatherhood with his busy career.

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Kirko Bangz addresses Drake comparisons, losing step son, making melodic rap before it was popular

Thu, 08 Feb 2024 13:00:00 -0000

“In life you gotta turn them emotions off and keep going and keep progressing” ~ Kirko Bangz

Houston, Texas legend Kirko Bangz makes his debut on The Progress Report Podcast with Lalaa Shepard and DJ eXeL to speak about getting into music in college and going viral on Facebook, being raised by a single mother and oldest child of 3, background in sports, ushering in melodic rap but not receiving recognition, looking up musically to Lil Wayne and Eminem and constant comparisons to Drake, Texas OGs embracing him, issues with his former record labels and going independent, supporting female artists, and his latest R&B album titled, ‘CallMeKB’.

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Yung Marley speaks on creating Sharklato, growing up in the rasta community, smoking since age 11

Fri, 02 Feb 2024 13:00:00 -0000

“Its so easy to get in trouble” ~ Yung Marley

Yung Marley skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about his roots in Atlanta, GA, getting into the cannabis industry young as his family lived a rasta lifestyle, how his passion for cannabis, music, and fashion all goes together, creating his massive Sharklato cannabis brand and diversifying products, misconceptions about cannabis, and how he balances being a CEO, artist, and father.

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Lil Donald addresses Atlanta music falling off, getting away from street music and catering to women

Mon, 22 Jan 2024 14:00:00 -0000

“The word humble held me back for a long time” ~ Lil Donald

Lil Donald makes his return to The Progress Report Podcast with Lalaa Shepard and DJ eXeL to speak about setting trends in the Atlanta music scene, being upset about not being invited to major music events such as the BET Awards and Rolling Loud, addresses falling off rumors, staying independent after several record deals, shares tips for artists to make money independently, touring with Kwony Cash, moving safely on the road and being scared of groupies, and how fatherhood saved his life.

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Glasses Malone breaks down “2pac Must Die”, cancel culture being fake outrage, misconceptions about gang life

Fri, 12 Jan 2024 23:40:00 -0000

Glasses Malone skips class with MikFlyy of The Progress Report to speak about growing up in Compton and Watts, California, the gang lifestyle and Westocast living getting depicted in popular black movies such as ‘Friday’ and ‘Menace to Society’, getting into music and coming up with Nipsey Hussle and putting the vibe back together with Westcoast and Eastcoast artists during their era, Westcoast music influencing Hip Hop bringing attitude to rap, thoughts on Keefe D being sentenced for k*lling 2pac, snitches, artists checking in while in different cities, thoughts on women getting BBLs, and hardships being an independent artist.

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BezzalBoyBlacc speaks on being Crunchy Black’s son, getting paid to rap in jail, King of Memphis

Fri, 05 Jan 2024 07:54:00 -0000

Memphis, Tennessee artist BezzalBoyBlacc skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about learning from his mother, his relationship status with his father Crunchy Black, getting into rap and making a name for himself outside of who his dad is, dealing with grief and not crying, his recovery process after getting shot twice, fatherhood and raising a female, his relationship with other Memphis rappers and losing Big Scarr and Gangsta Boo, and his upcoming solo project.

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LaScrilla speaks on Young Dolph & Rich Homie Quan comparisons, receiving a 30 year prison sentence

Wed, 03 Jan 2024 18:20:00 -0000

“If you got somebody that’s putting their hard earned money into you, you got to go to war for them” ~ LaScrilla

Savannah, GA artist LaScrilla skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about learning to hustle from his dad, selling crack at age 14, getting into music at a young age, losing his passion for music at one point in his career, prison time, and fatherhood.

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Curren$y speaks on B.G. coming home, Jet Life Records, Entrepreneurship, forgetting lyrics

Mon, 25 Dec 2023 12:00:00 -0000

“Mind your business, and mind your business! Not your competitors, not nobody who in the same industry as you and using them as a comparison of where you supposed to be cause they story is not your story” ~ Curren$y

Lalaa Shepard, Boss Britt, and DJ eXeL of The Progress Report Podcast speak with Curren$y at Revolt World about his journey coming up in New Orleans, musical roots instilled in him from his parents, first getting into the rap game signing to No Limit and Cash Money/ Young Money Records and eventually starting his own movement Jet Life, the importance of ownership, independence, and making daily progress, the hardships of entrepreneurship and tips for success, forgetting his lyrics as he doesn’t listen to his own music, and shares untold stories about his 2009 XXL Freshmen experience.

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Moni Meechi speaks on touring with Soulja Boy, social media putting female rappers against each other

Sun, 24 Dec 2023 05:20:00 -0000

“I’m not in competition with nobody but myself” ~ Moni Meechi

Raleigh, North Carolina artist Moni Meechi skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about getting serious about music during Covid, starting off doing poetry, “Huh What” song success, sexuality, and touring with Soulja Boy.

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Outta Space speaks on transitioning from DJ to artist, losing mom to cancer, relationship with Dolph & Trouble

Tue, 19 Dec 2023 16:32:00 -0000

“DJ s are the most unappreciated in the music industry” ~ Outta Space

Outta Space, formerly known as DJ Outta Space skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about him being a DJ, artist, podcast host, and music producer, his journey to becoming a DJ, transitioning to being an artist, void in the Atlanta music scene, musical comparisons to Future, coping with the death of his mother, Young Dolph, and Trouble and that leading him to becoming a professional body builder.

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Here’s our thoughts on Diddy, artists sampling songs without paying, dating standards in today’s society

Fri, 08 Dec 2023 16:43:00 -0000

Lalaa Shepard, Boss Britt, and DJ eXeL link up for a new episode of Lunch Table Talk presented by The Progress Report to speak about being signed to the Revolt Podcast Network and Diddy’s allegations, younger artists not paying older artists when they sample their music, rap lyrics being used against rappers in court, social media affecting dating in today’s society, and our New Years Resolutions for 2024.

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Lil Darius speaks on having a crush on Sexyy Red, Quavo co-sign, Tay Keith, says ATL music is in a drought

Thu, 07 Dec 2023 21:58:00 -0000

18 year old rapper Lil Darius skips class for his second time with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about graduating High School, his ‘Yung N Turnt’ project with Tay Keith, music relationships with Luh Tyler, Anti Da Menace, Hunxho, Nardo Wick, and Quavo, past issues with Suki, support from OGs in the music industry, modeling and acting goals, and his upcoming project with Atlanta rapper Hunxho.

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Lil Man J speaks on going viral for sounding like Lil Baby, why he wears fake jewelry, using the “N” word

Thu, 30 Nov 2023 20:20:00 -0000

South Carolina artist Lil Man J skips class with The Progress Report to speak about his viral song “Cap Freestyle”, Lil Baby comparisons, his upbringing, prom and High school experience, staying independent and not signing to a major record label, promotional tactics such as rocking braids, living with 4 major medical conditions, thoughts on white people saying the “N” word, and his ’Poppin Out’ EP.

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Lil Dude & KP SkyWalka speak on DMV music scene, being muslim, Goonew club appearance request

Wed, 22 Nov 2023 18:04:00 -0000

DMV artists Lil Dude & KP Skywalka make their debut on Skipping Class presented by The Progress Report to speak with Lalaa Shepard about their upcoming joint project, visiting Atlanta and networking with rappers Hoodrich Pablo Juan and Lil Yachty, DMV misconceptions, converting to muslim after the lost of Baby Ahk, handling grief, and addresses backlash from Goonew’s passing request to have his deceased body in the club.

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Famous Sally & YB discuss their viral TikTok hit “Wassup Gway”, City Girls comparisons, balancing motherhood

Thu, 16 Nov 2023 23:01:00 -0000

Atlanta, GA rappers Famous Sally & YB speak on not being serious about music despite going viral for their song “Wassup Gway” via TikTok, being best friends and knowing each other since they were young, balancing motherhood and support from their families, signing to Epic Records after being reached out to by over 40 record labels, dealing with male groupies, and longevity.

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Pesh of Livemixtapes addresses how streaming affects mixtape sites, Spirilla lawsuit, the future of Livemixtapes

Fri, 10 Nov 2023 17:19:00 -0000

“People are so consumed with streaming that they are forgetting to build a fanbase” ~ Pesh Livemixtapes

Pesh joins The Progress Report Podcast with Lalaa Shepard, Boss Britt, & DJ eXeL to speak on joining the Livemixtapes brand in 2012 after having a background in sales, opens up about how Livemixtapes is a small team of 5 based in Cleveland, Ohio, shares how the “mixtape site” become so massive to the urban culture by capitalizing relationships with DJs, music producers, and artists, and the future of the site now offering distribution and other incentives that other streaming sites are not.

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Are R&B concerts better than rap concerts? Sad rap music, paying for showcases & online music reviews

Wed, 08 Nov 2023 03:52:00 -0000

Lalaa Shepard, Boss Britt, and DJ eXeL link up for a new edition of Lunch Table Talk presented by The Progress Report to speak about their experience hosting a live interview with Curren$y during Revolt World, MoneyBagg Yo, Beyonce, 21 Savage, and Drake concert experiences, and tips for independent artists seeking where they should spend their money.

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StickyLo speaks on being Lil Terrio’s bro, rap name change once Polo G blew, past life gangbanging

Thu, 02 Nov 2023 22:18:00 -0000

“I’m bringing fashion, dance, and fun back to music” ~ Sticky Lo

Sticky’Lo skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak on proudly coming from the Northside of ATL better known as Marietta, GA, being the older brother of the popular viral child sensation, Lil Terrio, perfecting his rapping craft while in prison, 2 Chainz artist Cap 1 and his mom embracing his musical dreams, changing his name after Polo G became famous, and signing to DJ Holiday.

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Amy Luciani speaks on Love & Hip Hop being real, issues with Khaotic, getting robbed for $30k

Thu, 26 Oct 2023 18:28:00 -0000

“Love & Hip Hop is definitely real” ~ Amy Luciani

Amy Luciani joins the hosts of the The Progress Report Podcast (Lalaa Shepard, Boss Britt, & DJ eXeL) to speak on her upbringing in Detroit, relocating to ATL, retiring her mother after becoming an entrepreneur, investing over $400,000 into her music career, experiencing sexism, joining Love & Hip Hop Atlanta and her relationship status with cast members Erica Banks, Khaotic, and Renni Rucci, and her relationship status with Mazi after their public breakup.

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Honey Bxby addresses Keyshia Cole comparisons, current state of R&B, handling heartbreak

Tue, 24 Oct 2023 19:53:00 -0000

Songstress Honey Bxby skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about her upcoming in Asbury, Jersey Shore, getting kicked out of school, pursuing her music career after graduating Highschool, musical roots, breaks down the unique spelling of her name, and landing a record deal with Atlantic Records.

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Rockstar Marqo reflects on Hoodrich Pablo Juan signing to Gucci, 1017 curse, co-parenting with Bali Baby

Sun, 22 Oct 2023 18:07:00 -0000

“We wasn’t as cocky as we needed to be” ~ Rockstar Marqo [speaking about the Hoodrich & MPR movement]

East Atlanta artist Rockstar Marqo skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about starting the MPR movement (Money Power Respect) with Hoodrich Pablo Juan, mixing rap and rock, changes in Atlanta demographics, Hoodrich influencing the music industry but not receiving credit, thoughts on Drugrixh Hect, RX, Yung Mal, Quill, and Lil Wop, Hoodrich Pablo Juan signing with Gucci Mane and 1017, fatherhood and co-parenting with rapper Bali Baby, and his solo project ‘Rated R’ and collab EP ’36 Gunz & Roses’ with Jose Guapo.

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ScarLip addresses DMX comparisons, New York rap making a comeback, artist development, Cardi B & Nicki Minaj, Epic Records

Thu, 12 Oct 2023 23:46:00 -0000

“I would tell my younger self, don’t worry it will all make sense later” ~ ScarLip

#ScarLip makes her debut on The Progress Report Podcast with Lalaa Shepard, Boss Britt, & DJ eXeL to speak on her upbringing in the Bronx & Brooklyn, New York, starting off doing poetry, using music as her therapy after being molested by her aunt’s boyfriend, losing her mom, recently signing a multi-million dollar record deal with Epic Records after consistently rapping for 7 years, OG rappers supporting her, staying relevant in between music releases, her new single “No Statements”, love life, and her ‘Scars & Stripes’ upcoming project!

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Big Motion speaks on becoming a rapper after a joke, requiring threesums in relationships, making first $100,000 at age 13

Mon, 09 Oct 2023 22:09:00 -0000

Hammond, Louisiana artist Big Motion skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak on his transition from dope boy to a rapper, growing up in a drug lord family, serving prison time for 5 years for selling drugs, exotic love life, and fear of the Hip Hop police.

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Spotlife Movement speaks on losing Dopeboy Ra, Bankroll Fresh, ATL changing, Roddy Ricch stealing cover art idea

Fri, 06 Oct 2023 02:14:00 -0000

“Dopeboy Ra gave us hope” ~ Spotlife Movement

Decatur, GA artists Spotlife Movement (Phew Gang, Dirtogunjobi, & 32 Yacht) skip class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about their upbringing, coming up with the late ATL legend Dopeboy Ra, his impact on the culture, and his passing. The crew also discusses the possibility of linking with Street Money Boochie & Quicktrip to honor the late Bankroll Fresh for new music, new changes in Atlanta, the music industry, and balancing being full-time fathers.

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Lil Bam speaks on rich n*gga problems, cut off age for rappers, liking older women, Doe B, Young Dolph

Mon, 02 Oct 2023 17:54:00 -0000

“Before n*ggas started getting money was the best times of my life” ~ Lil Bam

Birmingham, Alabama rapper Lil Bam skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak looking up to BG and thoughts on him finally being free from prison, opens up about his relationship with artists Enchanting, Bankroll Freddie, and Big Scar, speaks on why he used a picture of Young Dolph’s son on his ‘Airport Baby’ project cover, learning that the music business is a business instead of just being a fan, new music, and addresses what the music industry would look like if Doe B was still alive.

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Monica & Rocko’s son Rodneyy does his first interview, speaks on producing, rapping, & upbringing

Wed, 27 Sep 2023 12:00:00 -0000

“Comparison is the thief of joy” ~ Rodneyy

Rodneyy makes his debut at The Progress Report with Lalaa Shepard on Skipping Class to share his experience growing up as Monica & Rocko’s son, appearing on Monica’s ‘Still Standing’ reality TV show, taking music serious at 10 years old after receiving his first beat machine from Bryan Michael Cox, producing for hid dad Rocko and when fans can expect new music from him, receiving $18,000 to invest for his graduation gift, and upcoming music.

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La LaRue addresses misconceptions about being a transgender rapper, the big chop, being pansexual

Tue, 26 Sep 2023 19:26:00 -0000

“I’m the rawest transgender rapper” ~La LaRue

North, New Jersey artist La La Rue skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak on her journey as the self-proclaimed “rawest transgender rapper”, her sexuality, thoughts on alleged down low artists such as Bobby Valentino, Yung Buck, and Lil Wop, plans to be on Love & Hip Hop Atlanta, and being a full-time parent to a teenage daughter.

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DJ T Lewis speaks on being Lil Wayne’s DJ, not playing mixtape songs during NY sets, club scene changing

Mon, 18 Sep 2023 21:48:00 -0000

DJ T Lewis joins The Progress Report Podcast hosts Lalaa Shepard, Boss Britt, and DJ eXeL for Lunch Table Talk to speak about starting off doing teen parties, his hometown Jackson, Mississippi, getting into production, becoming Lil Wayne’s official tour DJ, differences in night life now and the black community ruining their own hustle by over charging, DJs being underpaid, artists etiquette, and his new album ‘Don’t Sleep’.

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Mute Baby speaks on signing to Slaughter Gang, not liking his voice yet, dropping out of college, “Peaches & Eggplants” video shoot & more

Wed, 13 Sep 2023 13:00:00 -0000

East Atlanta, GA artist Mute Baby skipped class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about his upbringing, close bond with his mother, playing football briefly in college, creating his first song at age 16, growing up with Young Nudy & 21 Savage and seeing them mature as businessmen, and his new project, ‘Dead Silence’.

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Slimeroni speaks on meeting her dad for the first time at his funeral, Glorilla & Saweetie “FNF” video, dating & more

Tue, 05 Sep 2023 21:59:47 -0000

Memphis, Tennessee artist #Slimeroni skips class with The Progress Report to speak about her life before music, growing up catholic, investing in herself and career before signing a record deal, family life, working and touring with super producer HitKidd, Glorilla, K Carbon, Aleza, Gangsta Boo, La Chat, and A.R. The Mermaid, and writing her own music.

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Jaytizal speaks on investing in jewelry because people said he looked broke, credit repair services, jail time

Thu, 31 Aug 2023 16:00:00 -0000

Oklahoma City rapper Jaytizal skips class with The Progress Report to speak about his past as a scammer, learning lessons in prison turning into legal business ventures, creating a tribute song for Takeoff (Migos), fatherhood, and investing in his image inspired by Yella Beezy.

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Jose Guapo speaks on Gunna snitching, Takeoff passing, QC selling, Migos split, dating

Thu, 31 Aug 2023 11:00:00 -0000

Jose Guapo skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report for another in depth episode to speak about his mental and spiritual health, thoughts on rappers locked up, losing Takeoff, seeing the Migos split, QC reunion tour, female rappers taking over the music industry, liking neat sex, and his upcoming podcast.

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LLoaded addresses why he’s toxic, paying for a girl’s BBL, people saying he looks like Gunna, & Atlanta rap falling off

Sat, 26 Aug 2023 21:18:00 -0000

18 year old rapper LLoaded skips class with The Progress Report to speak about his new project, ‘Merciless at Heart, his message to the youth, tricking on girlfriends, support from his family for his music career, growing up in 2 parts of Atlanta, and criticism that Atlanta rap has fallen off.

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Kodie Shane speaks on coming up in the Soundcloud era & being one of the few female artists to be open about her sexuality and music execs trying to change her

Thu, 24 Aug 2023 11:00:00 -0000

“The industry will make you fall out of love with music” ~ Kodie Shane

Kodie Shane makes her debut on The Progress Report Podcast with hosts Lalaa Shepard, Boss Britt, and DJ eXeL to speak about coming from a musically inclined family as her aunt is Cherrelle known for her song “Saturday Love” and her sister is in the girls group Blaque, getting signed by LA Reid at age 16, being a part of the Soundcloud wave in 2016 and pioneering her sound, grieving and coping with depression after being newly single, losing friends, and family members, and her music and upcoming EP releasing in August.

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BeatKing speaks on YK kissing Suki, Gangsta Boo passing, cutoff age for rappers, homeless baddies

Thu, 17 Aug 2023 02:17:00 -0000

“When you’re signed to a major label you have to be ready to wait, when you’re independent you don’t have to wait” ~ BeatKing

BeatKing skips class with The Progress Report to speak about his new album, ‘She Won’t Leave Houston’, Houston women being ruthless towards men, getting out of his contract with Columbia Records, addresses issues with Mo3’s manager Rainwater, upcoming albums with Juicy J & Boosie, and his thoughts on female rappers such as Sexyy Red, K Carbon, and Suki.

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Attorney Jas Robinson speaks on less than 5% of lawyers being black, plea deals, trademarks, & RICOs

Fri, 11 Aug 2023 13:00:00 -0000

Jasmin Robinson speaks on graduating law school, being motivated to become a lawyer after seeing divorce and custody battles when she was younger, growing her law firm as a business entertainment intellectual property lawyer, plea deals, her thoughts on rapper’s locked up, RICO charges vs murder charges, uplifting young black female soon to be lawyers, and the importance of trademarking brands.

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Hunnit Milez speaks on getting distracted by the streets, freestyling for DJ Kay Slay, Gunna snitching

Thu, 10 Aug 2023 18:26:00 -0000

“I’m one of them ones, trust me” ~ Hunnit Milez

Hunnit Milez skips class with The Progress Report to speak about getting kicked out of college his junior year, turning to the streets from baseball, linking with Icewear Vezzo, females taking over the rap industry, and his new project on the way.

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J Lock speaks on using poetry to overcome being shy, learning lessons from RL & Finesse2Tymes studio sessions

Tue, 08 Aug 2023 20:36:00 -0000

Mississippi artist J Lock skips class with The Progress Report to speak about getting into music at age 14, transiting to Georgia, working with musicians RL and Finesse2Tymes, signing to Block Ent., and winning the "Male Hip-Hop Artist of The Year” at the 49th Annual Jackson Music Awards.

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Erica Banks speaks on her love life with Khaotic, Love & Hip Hop Atlanta, “Real Rap B*tch” song, Ice Spice, quitting OnlyFans & more!

Mon, 31 Jul 2023 13:00:00 -0000

Disclaimer: We couldn’t talk about certain topics!!

Erica Banks returns to The Progress Report Podcast with hosts Lalaa Shepard, Boss Britt, & DJ eXeL to speak about her controversial “Real Rap B*tch” song where she addresses being newly independent, learning lessons as an artist, being a part of the Love & Hip Hop Atlanta cast, love life with Khaotic, relationship with other female rappers, social media and mental health, and shares why she quit OnlyFans!

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Bri Trilla speaks on being homeless when she released her viral song “Big Mood”

Sat, 29 Jul 2023 06:34:46 -0000

“Don’t even think about giving up” ~ Bri Trilla

Bri Trilla skips class with The Progress Report to speak about her viral song “Big Mood”, touring for the past 6 months, independent grind, female rappers support, losing her father, and more.

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Tootie Raww speaks on being Boosie’s oldest son, supporting his sister Poison Ivi’s sexuality, acting & music

Mon, 24 Jul 2023 14:00:00 -0000

Tootie Raww joins Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report Media Group for an in studio session and VLOG to speak about him becoming a rapper full-time, being Boosie’s oldest son, his relationship with his siblings (this was recorded before Boosie’s recent issues with Tori), acting and new music.

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Malcolm Mays shares why he feels like John Singleton wouldn’t have agreed with 'Snowfall' ending

Thu, 20 Jul 2023 18:52:00 -0000

Malcolm Mays skips class with The Progress Report to speak about balancing his acting and music career and getting respect in both fields, being affected by the writer’s strike, acting on ‘Snowfall’ and ‘Raising Kanan’ and his thoughts on ‘Snowfall’s’ final episode.

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Anti Da Menace speaks on being upset about not making the XXL Freshman list, addresses comparisons to NBA Youngboy

Tue, 11 Jul 2023 17:55:00 -0000

Atlanta rapper Anti Da Menace makes his second appearance on Skipping Class with The Progress Report to speak on his progress since our last interview earlier this year, addresses not making the 2023 XXL Freshman list because he creates drill music, his relationship with Florida artist Luh Tyler, having his second child at age 18, addresses a janky promoter not having his backend in Alabama, his thoughts on the music industry now and snitch culture, getting everyone on his 952 record label chains, and his upcoming mixtape called ‘No Sympathy’.

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Jamal “Gravy” Woolard speaks on his iconic role as Biggie & not being affected by the writers strike

Thu, 06 Jul 2023 19:06:00 -0000

Jamal “Gravy” Woolard skips class with The Progress Report to speak about being a rapper before acting, thoughts on current New York music scene and drill rap, breakout role as Biggie, not affected by the writers strike, Tubi app films and hate, and fatherhood, and legacy.

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First thoughts on Gunna’s album, rappers locked up, XXL Freshman List, Erica Banks

Thu, 29 Jun 2023 19:05:00 -0000

Lalaa Shepard, Boss Britt, and DJ eXeL link up for a new edition of Lunch Table Talk presented by The Progress Report to speak about if Gunna snitched, Young Thug’s trial, YNW Melly’s trial, other rappers in prison, and thoughts on rapper’s who made the 2023 XXL Freshman list.

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BreezyLYN speaks on “Bad B*tches” song, meeting Jay-Z at the “99 Problems” video shoot, NY rap back on the rise

Fri, 23 Jun 2023 14:00:00 -0000

Brooklyn, NY artist BreezyLYN skipped class with The Progress Report to speak about getting into music at age 9, sampling Brent Faiyaz for her breakout single “Bad B*tches”, official remix with Kali and Lola Brooke, social media influencers helping push her single, having a momager, and her relationship with other female rappers.

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Jucee Froot speaks on landing P Valley theme song, leaving Atlantic, issues with Zed Zilla, almost aborting her daughter

Mon, 19 Jun 2023 21:06:18 -0000

“P Valley came before Atlantic, this is still when “Shake Dat Ass” was out and I’m touring doing my own thing, independent, and she called me like my husband put me on your song… and at first they [Katori Hall] wanted “Shake Dat Ass” and I was like that ain’t my sh*t… but what I can do is make you something better from scratch” ~ Jucee Froot on creating P Valley theme song

Memphis, Tennessee artist Jucee Froot makes her debut on The Progress Report Podcast to speak about being newly independent after getting out of her recording contract with Atlantic Records, hating “Shake Dat Ass” song and it causing issues with Zed Zilla, going viral on social media with her freestyles, support by her peers, motherhood, almost aborting her youngest child, and landing the P Valley theme song.

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Veli Sosa speaks on 1 year since Trouble passed, losing his oldest son, new Atlanta, comparisons to Boosie &Martin

Fri, 16 Jun 2023 21:12:07 -0000

“Trouble been a star since a kid” ~ Veli Sosa

Veli Sosa skips class with The Progress Report to speak about growing up in the “real” Atlanta, not liking the new Atlanta from strip club culture, women and plastic surgery, traffic, and senseless violence, coping with losing his oldest child and Trouble, raising his grandkids, DTE history, the current music scene in Atlanta and females taking over rap, acting, and his thoughts on YSL and YFN situations.

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Torica speaks on singing the chorus of Field Mob’s “Sick of Being Lonely”, hiatus from music, twins

Thu, 15 Jun 2023 17:37:27 -0000

Songstress Torica skips class with The Progress Report to speak about her background singing in church, catching her big break moment singing the chorus of Field Mob’s “Sick of Being Lonely” song with super producer Jazze Pha, writing for other artists such as Ciara, Monica, Gucci Mane, Rick Ross, e-40, and Jermaine Durpi, younger artists embracing older artists who paved the way, females dominating the music industry, motherhood, owning a Cru franchise with Dennis McKinley, and her ’A Whole Mood’ upcoming project.

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Kali speaks on “Area Codes” success, writing her own lyrics, liking women, OGs wanting acknowledgment from young artists

Wed, 07 Jun 2023 13:00:00 -0000

“I feel like us younger artists, they be like oh yal need to do yal history, we’re young, we’re still learning, we’re trying, it’s not cool to bash nobody for not knowing something but educate them”. ~ Kali

Kali returns to The Progress Report for a new edition of Lunch Table Talk to speak about the success of her single “Area Codes”, female rappers supporting each other and her relationship status with Latto following last year’s tour prank issues, her love life and interests in women, beauty standards and wearing a wig for the first time, and her upcoming project, ’Toxic Girls Need Love Too’!

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Swayvo Twain speaks on the hardships of creating a name for himself as an artist outside of his parents D’Angelo & Angie Stone

Sun, 04 Jun 2023 14:00:00 -0000

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Flau’jae speaks on her dad’s Camoflauge legacy, appearing on the Rap Game, 911 lyrics, LSU, & Brittney Griner arrest

Thu, 01 Jun 2023 14:43:07 -0000

“Music came along when, when I first heard my dad’s [Camoflauge] song, my momma told me your dad was a rapper, people started telling me stuff… So when I got hip I was oh, I’m rapping too, I wanna rap” ~ Flau’jae

Flau’jae speaks on growing up with her mom and brother in Savannah, GA, getting into sports and music, being inspired by her father Camoflauge to become an artist, appearing on Jermaine Dupri’s The Rap Game and America’s Got Talent at ages 12 and 14, balancing her music and basketball careers, playing for LSU, NIL deals $, WNBA, making women’s basketball fun again, remixing Latto’s “Put It On Da Floor”, and her upcoming documentary and EP ‘Best of Both Worlds’.

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Cherokee Hall speaks on monetizing stripping, becoming an actress from Magic City dancer, roles in BMF & P Valley

Thu, 25 May 2023 23:00:00 -0000

“I stopped [dancing] because the writer of our show [P Valley] Katori Hall saved us” ~ Cherokee Hall

Cherokee Hall also known as Virgo makes her debut on The Progress Report Podcast to speak about her past life as a featured performer at Magic City strip club in Atlanta, transitioning to an actress and her roles on BMF and P Valley (Extra Extra), growing up on the Westside of Atlanta, sexuality and relationship status, and all things in between!

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24Heavy speaks on leaving QC, losing Lil Keed, sound being compared to Unfoonk’s, Save The Youth Foundation

Wed, 24 May 2023 14:00:00 -0000

Atlanta artist 24Heavy skips class with The Progress Report to reflect on the new Atlanta music scene, his peers dying, becoming closer to God, 7 years out of prison, being independent and getting out his contracts, ‘Last of a Dying Breed’ album, and his Save The Youth Foundation.

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Rican Da Menace details getting shot, Baltimore accent, spending $145,000 on Rican chain, getting bae’s tatted, & plastic surgery

Mon, 22 May 2023 14:00:00 -0000

Baltimore artist Rican Da Menace and her dog baby Chase skip class with The Progress Report to speak about her come up, getting signed to Columbia Records, originally being insecure about her voice, thoughts on plastic surgery, people creating fake pages using her pictures, and her upcoming EP.

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Raz B speaks on B2K reuniting & buying B2K’s trademark, joining Bad Boys Texas, thoughts on Marques Houston dating life, & 3LW

Fri, 19 May 2023 14:00:00 -0000

“Nobody’s judging any of the [gay cast members on Bad Boys], I really just look at them and we vibing, I’ve never been disrespected, tried, or tested. I’ve had my experiences in life as a kid where I feel like I’ve been taken advantage of or I was abused but that doesn’t define me as a person” ~ Raz B

Raz B joins The Progress Report Podcast to speak about his early childhood, spending 7 years in China, B2K reuniting for new music and touring, buying the B2K trademark after a conversation with Michael Jackson, smart investments, joining a predominantly gay cast on Bad Boys Texas, and thoughts on Soulja Boy, Orlando Brown, Pretty Ricky, Marques Houston, 3LW, and more!

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TG Kommas speaks on being born with a lazy eye, $10k for first paid show, girl dad

Wed, 17 May 2023 16:00:00 -0000

TG Kommas speaks on being raised in Dallas, TX and Baton Rouge, NO, life as a girl dad, “Out My Knoggin” social media challenge, Boosie hopping on his “Back Inside” song, and differences from being signed to a major label from being independent.

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Future’s first born son King Kobi hosts listening session & addresses Lil Uzi Vert also being known as Baby Pluto

Mon, 15 May 2023 17:16:29 -0000

“Lil Uzi Vert told me I was the real Baby Pluto” ~ King Kobi

King Kobi AKA Baby Pluto hosts an intimate listening event at the FreeBandz studio featuring appearances from ATL Jacob and Guap Tarantino for his upcoming ‘Forever Norp’ project and speaks to Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report for their second interview about his relationship with Lil Uzi Vert, his love life, performing during SXSW music festival and people not knowing who he is yet, upcoming Rolling Loud Miami performance, and his upcoming project with Spiffy Global and DJ Greg Street.

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OhBoyPrince recalls brake pad car incident & “Stanky Leg” song becoming bigger than him

Sat, 13 May 2023 14:00:00 -0000

OhBoyPrince skips class with The Progress Report to reflect on creating “Stanky Leg” in 2008, his new single “Bounce When She Walk”, experiencing racism after moving down south, remaining independent, and his nearly tragic car accident.

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Beat Monster Marc recalls sessions w/ Hoodrich Pablo Juan & Migos, Rich Homie Quan, losing 180 pounds & more

Thu, 11 May 2023 23:44:00 -0000

Music producer and entrepreneur Beat Monster Marc skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about being from the Westside of Atlanta, GA, producing music for Young Dolph, D4L, Rich Homie Quan, NBA YoungBoy, Rich Kidz, and other’s, giving back to the younger generation, buying properties overseas and investments outside of music, and staying humble.

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Money Mu addresses losing ownership of “Hittin” and addresses issues with former label exec & Euro GotIt, & going broke

Thu, 11 May 2023 21:59:00 -0000

“Never let them see you sweat, you gotta act like you eating even when you hungry” ~ Money Mu

Money Mu skips class with The Progress Report to speak on being newly fully independent, explains issues with BoomMan, Euro GotIt, and Authentic Empire record label, changes in the rap game, safety on the road, balancing his personal and rap life, and upcoming project ‘Believe 2’.

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Queen Key speaks on raising triplets by herself, issues with Latto not clearing a song, & balancing her music career

Thu, 04 May 2023 13:00:00 -0000

Queen Key makes her debut on The Progress Report Podcast to speak on being from the Southside of Chicago, getting into music at 7 years old, creating P***y Rap genre, no longer signed, newly independent, all female record label, Latto not clearing a song, support from female peers such as Cardi B, Megan Thee Stallion, and Asian Doll but not from OG female rappers, raising triplets without her baby father 600Breezy, and her newly released EP, ‘Surviving Queen Key’.

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G Perico speaks on unreleased mixtape with Curren$y, baby momma drama, Hot Shot Tour

Tue, 02 May 2023 15:55:47 -0000

Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report caught up with South Central, LA artist G Perico during his ‘Hot Shot’ Tour in Atlanta, GA to speak about his ‘Hot Shot’ tape with DJ Drama, his new crib, Blue T-Shirt clothing brand, tattoos, women, and him feeling like the under dog of LA.

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JMB Juvie speaks on feeling underrated, talent in jail, encourages artists to stay independent

Mon, 24 Apr 2023 16:21:09 -0000

JMB Juvie speaks on getting into music at age 13, moving from New York from Georgia to stay out of trouble, jail time, going viral and landing a record deal with Alamo Records, feeling underrated, and ‘Long Way From Home’ upcoming project and collabs with Anti Da Menace and Fredo Bang.

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Skooly speaks on “Wonder Why” visual with YFN Lucci, Rich Kidz, inconsistency releasing music

Thu, 20 Apr 2023 13:00:00 -0000

“We can see with [YFN Lucci and Young Thug] being locked up, we can see now that they are real factors for the music scene here in Atlanta” ~ Skooly

Skooly visits The Progress Report Podcast to speak on getting into the rap game at age 14 with Rich Kidz, going solo, being inspired by Lil Wayne and T Pain, old and new Atlanta, coping with the death of his peers, thoughts on the YFN Lucci and Young Thug cases, females taking over rap, creating timeless music, and his plans to release 3 projects by the end of 2023.

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Poison Ivi speaks on music with her dad Boosie, not liking other female rappers, love life

Mon, 17 Apr 2023 13:49:10 -0000

21 year old rapper Poison Ivi spoke to Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report during a video shoot with Philly rapper Santos LB4R about leaving basketball for her music career, putting in the footwork for her career and making a name for herself outside of her dad Boosie, music with her dad and brother Tootie Raww, finding her voice, and balancing her love life with her girlfriend.

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Tracy T speaks on people thinking he’s a new artist, parenting with Kash Doll, meeting Roberto Escobar

Fri, 14 Apr 2023 18:07:54 -0000

Tracy T skips class with The Progress Report to reflect on the old Atlanta, getting back motivated to start releasing music again, new EP ‘Mr. T’ produced by Quay Global, learning lessons from Gucci Mane, Meek Mill, and Nipsey Hussle, entrepreneurship, and fatherhood and co-parenting with rapper Kash Doll.

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Pap Chanel speaks on P Valley placement, GloRilla inspiring her to be sober, shoots her shot at Ja Morant

Thu, 13 Apr 2023 22:32:44 -0000

“I’m not gon lie, shoutout to GloRilla she inspired me because when she did her manifestation stage, she was like no liquor, no f*ck boys, and I was like you know what I need to do the same because I be giving f*ck boys too much of my time” ~ Pap Chanel

Pap Chanel joins Lalaa Shepard, Boss Britt, and DJ eXeL for Lunch Table Talk presented by The Progress Report to speak about her recent SXSW trip, 2023 being the year of the female rappers, her dating life, P Valley placement, “Gucci Bucket Hat” with Future, relationship with Lola Brooke, GloRilla inspiring her to become sober, “Left Right” new single and her upcoming project ‘PapTivities.

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Baby Jungle speaks on freeing inmates for the holidays, getting past self-doubt, patience for success, Young Thug

Thu, 13 Apr 2023 22:24:31 -0000

Macon, GA artist Baby Jungle skips class with The Progress Report to speak on relocating to Atlanta, GA from Macon, GA, creating a buzz, record labels reaching out, and his upcoming project ’Jungle Book’.

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Morray speaks on originally not liking “Quicksand” song, finding his voice, ‘Creed 3’ soundtrack

Thu, 13 Apr 2023 22:20:37 -0000

“Business is not a place for emotions” ~ Morray

Fayetteville, North Carolina artist Morray skipped class with The Progress Report to speak on falling in love with music at age 5, thriving through Covid in 2020 creating his massive single “Quicksand”, landing a record deal and changing his life, 2 years since the release of his debut project ‘Street Sermons’, and his new song “High Price” with Lil TJay.

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Rubberband OG speaks on buying out his TIG contract, getting sh*t on IG live, Doe B, $80k chain

Wed, 12 Apr 2023 13:00:00 -0000

Alabama artist Rubberband OG speaks on longevity in the rap game, investing in real estate, fatherhood, DOA record label, learning lessons after being signed to T.I.G Records, ‘No Rap Cap’ album, and more!

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Pap Chanel speaks on P Valley placement, GloRilla inspiring her to be sober, shoots her shot at Ja Morant

Thu, 06 Apr 2023 19:56:29 -0000

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Morray reflects on life after having a hit single with “Quicksand”, originally not liking the song

Tue, 04 Apr 2023 18:34:40 -0000

“Business is not a place for emotions” ~ Morray

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Princess of Crime Mob breaks down the animosity between her & Diamond, Crime Mob biopic, motherhood

Thu, 30 Mar 2023 17:00:00 -0000

Princess of Crime Mob makes her debut at The Progress Report Podcast with her 6 year old son King Elijah to speak on all things Crime Mob, she and Diamond setting trends with hair and fashion in the early 2000s, social media impacting their success and mental health, almost sh**ting Lil Scrappy, crunk music genre, Crime Mob’s upcoming biopic, book, podcast, and EP, and motherhood.

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Khaotic explains cutting his hair for a case, losing weight, still in love with Suki, tricking off

Tue, 28 Mar 2023 02:48:56 -0000

Dade County artist Khaotic skips class with The Progress Report to speak about facing 10 years in prison, journey to a new body, writing for artists and working with Saucy Santana, tricking on women and new love song with his ex lover Suki, and his upcoming project titled, ‘The Provider’.

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Chinese Kitty speaks on the hardships of transitioning from TV to rap, sliding in Chadwick Boseman’s DM

Thu, 23 Mar 2023 21:01:58 -0000

“Boy Ain’t Mine is actually a record I made about an ex… It samples Brandy & Monica and they were fighting over a dude and in my situation a b*tch I was hanging out with, she was trying to fight me over my dude” ~ Chinese Kitty

New York artist Chinese Kitty makes her debut on The Progress Report Podcast to speak about appearing on Love & Hip Hop with her mom, hardships of transitioning to rap after being on TV, female rappers support, being linked romantically to rappers, headaches getting samples cleared, body imagery and plastic surgery, new single “Boy Ain’t Mine” inspired by her ex-friend sleeping with her boyfriend, & more!

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How to invest in yourself as an artist (Lunch Table Talk)

Thu, 23 Mar 2023 17:41:04 -0000

Lalaa Shepard, Boss Britt, and DJ eXeL shares tips on how artist's can invets in themselves on The Progress Report Podcast!

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LoyalTee speaks on females taking over rap, raising a son with cerebral palsy, lox journey

Thu, 23 Mar 2023 17:26:27 -0000

East Atlanta artist LoyalTee skips class with The Progress Report to speak about winning our first Blast or Trash live event, motherhood, family support, and her latest EP ‘The Love Was Never Real’.

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Aleza speaks on ‘Anyway Life Is Great Tour’ with GloRilla, having her baby natural, “Shabooya” remix

Mon, 20 Mar 2023 15:00:00 -0000

“Music helped me to get through all that pain” ~ Aleza

Rising Memphis/ Mississippi artist Aleza skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about her biggest adjustments to fame, motherhood and support, first meeting Gloss Up, GloRilla, K Carbon, and Slimeroni, working closely with music producer Hitkidd, “Shabooya” remix with Lola Brooke, and being a part of GloRilla’s ‘Anyway Life Is Great Tour’.

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Dennis McKinley speaks on owning Queen Virgin Remy Hair, Cru Lounge, co-parenting with Porsha Williams

Fri, 17 Mar 2023 13:00:00 -0000

“Who are we to say somebody selling out when you ain’t did the work… One of the last companies I sold was Queen Virgin Remy and I sold that company to the largest hair manufacture in the world and I really had to look myself in the mirror and I said damn do I want to sell this company to folks who not a part of the culture?” ~ Dennis McKinley

Serial entrepreneur Dennis McKinley makes his debut on The Progress Report Podcast to speak on his roots in Detroit, starting in the hair business selling Queen Virgin Remy Hair, scaling his businesses, acquiring Cru Lounge and franchising throughout the USA, launching The Original Hot Dog Factory, helping small black businesses raise capital, and co-parenting with reality TV star Porsha Williams.

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The importance of networking as a musician, creative, & entrepreneur

Wed, 15 Mar 2023 16:24:09 -0000

Lalaa Shepard, Boss Britt, and DJ eXeL link up for a new segment of Lunch Table Talk on The Progress Report Podcast to share their thoughts on the importance of networking. Comment your thoughts Classmates!

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Karen Civil speaks on dealing with negative press & encourages entrepreneurs to watch their mental health & ego

Mon, 13 Mar 2023 21:31:41 -0000

Media guru Karen Civil speaks to Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report about maneuvering through a male dominated industry, rebranding, walking in your purpose, and mental health for entrepreneurs during the ‘I Am My Ancestors Wildest Dreams’ Expo.

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Luh Tyler speaks on dropping out of Highschool to pursue music, having a baby face, Lil Baby Jayda Wayda

Thu, 09 Mar 2023 20:30:00 -0000

17 year old rapper Luh Tyler skips class with The Progress Report to speak about growing up with both of his parents in Tallahassee, Florida, playing sports, dropping out of Highschool in the 11th grade to pursue his music career, addresses if he’s signed, and speaks on his upcoming mixtape.

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Fabo reflects on being locked up when D4L’s hits released, helping create Shawty Lo “I’m Da Man” song

Mon, 06 Mar 2023 14:00:00 -0000

“Snap music should get all the credit for streaming…” ~ Fabo

Atlanta legend Fabo makes his debut on The Progress Report Podcast to speak about growing up in church, becoming a single dad after his first baby mother passed away, jail time when D4L’s songs were blowing up, his relationship with Shawty Lo, popularizing “geeked up” term, and shares his thoughts on sampled music.

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Lil Quill addresses snitching rumors, music with Yung Mal, finding his confidence, Hoodrich Pablo Juan

Fri, 03 Mar 2023 03:00:00 -0000

Lil Quill skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about seeing the music industry change since when he first entered the game, biggest learning lessons being signed to Gucci Mane, unreleased music with Yung Mal, losing Takeoff (Migos), and his newly released project ‘McJagger’.

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Trapboy Freddy speaks on past issues with Mo3, Erykah Badu co-sign, $400,000 into his music career

Fri, 24 Feb 2023 17:00:00 -0000

Dallas, Texas artist Trapboy Freddy skips class with The Progress Report to speak on his journey as a rapper dating back to 2014, differences in being independent versus being signed to 300 Ent, doing a remake of Webbie’s “G Sh*t”, his latest project ‘No Distractions’, working in person with Lil Keed, moving safely as a public figure, his relationships with Mo3, Young Dolph, Young Thug, and fatherhood.

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Luh JoJo addresses criticism of being a white rapper, getting hit by a drunk driver, Alabama music scene

Mon, 20 Feb 2023 17:21:55 -0000

“I never wanted to be a rapper I just wanted to get some money” ~ Luh JoJo

Alabama rapper Luh JoJo skips class with The Progress Report to speak about going viral for his song “Members”, not originally wanting to rap, his hustler’s spirit and selling shoes and handmade wallets in school, moving safely as a public figure, being a white rapper, and his upcoming project ‘Slept On’.

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Should Lola Brooke contact Billy B to perform with her when she’s invited to perform “Don’t Play With It”?

Mon, 20 Feb 2023 17:16:01 -0000

Lalaa Shepard, Boss Britt, and DJ eXeL join forces for a new segment of Lunch Table Talk on The Progress Report Podcast to share their thoughts on Lola Brooke and Billy B’s issues over their “Don’t Play With It” song. Comment your thoughts Classmates!

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Lil Donald speaks on putting himself on child support, making music for women, “Do Better” double platinum

Thu, 16 Feb 2023 18:11:30 -0000

“If I didn’t have music I would’ve been crashed out” ~ Lil Donald

Lil Donald skips class with The Progress Report to introduce Lil Jahari, overcoming depression, being vulnerable with his music and releasing ‘Heart Detox’ project, fatherhood, strained relationships with family members, heartbreak and love, and rappers snitching on themselves.

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Fly Guy DC shares why he left Streetz 94.5 FM, making $500,000 off hosting, addresses being an a**hole

Mon, 13 Feb 2023 14:00:00 -0000

“To be completely honest, my mind was made up in 2007 I was leaving Streetz, I was going to Hot. When they handed me the paper work it read, we want you to come on and be a Durtty Boy, but I just don’t believe in putting my brand under anybody else’s, I like being the underdog” ~ Fly Guy DC

Fly Guy DC makes his debut at The Progress Report Podcast for our Black History Month special to speak about relocating to the Southside of Atlanta from Washington, DC, being embraced by Bricksquad, breaking records for the likes of Lil Baby, Megan Thee Stallion, Roddy Ricch, and more, the importance of the community, becoming a radio personality and eventually leaving Streetz 94.5 FM, hosting Future’s ‘One Big Party’ Tour, past life as a player, taking therapy and coping with losing people, not drinking or smoking, and his interest in TV.

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Rajel speaks on dating Boosie, removing her breast implants, acting in Boosie’s ‘My Struggle’ film

Mon, 06 Feb 2023 14:00:00 -0000

Rajel makes her debut at The Progress Report Podcast to speak on meeting and dating rapper Boosie, acting in his ‘My Struggle’ film, life as a social media influencer and step parent, and everything in between!

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Natasha Mosley speaks on singing on Jeremih’s “All The Time”, R&B not being dead, motherhood

Mon, 30 Jan 2023 17:07:09 -0000

“R&B won’t ever die” ~ Nastaha Mosley

Natasha Mosley skips class with The Progress Report to speak on becoming a mother, growing up singing gospel music, singing in girl groups, getting her big break singing on Jeremih’s “All The Time” song, her self-titled body of work, and her recent placement in Tyler Perry’s Sista’s TV show.

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Young Dro addresses Hip Hop being blamed for influencing kids, snitching culture, challenges of being a sober rapper

Wed, 25 Jan 2023 14:00:00 -0000

Young Dro makes his return to The Progress Report Podcast to speak on his new single with Zaytoven tilted “Run Out of Time” inspired by the recent murders of rappers, standing up against senseless gun violence, gentrification in Atlanta, finding his voice in the choir, the importance of life insurance and will’s, membership program, and repairing his relationships with his kids.

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Drumma Boy recalls his last conversations with Gangsta Boo & Young Dolph, therapy needed in the Hip Hop community

Mon, 23 Jan 2023 18:14:03 -0000

Drumma Boy skips class with The Progress Report to speak about his final conversations with frequent collaborators Gangsta Boo and Young Dolph, embracing Young Dolph’s artists and
introducing Young Dolph to Gucci Mane, pain and drug usage in Memphis, the new wave of Memphis artists, taking care of his brothers kids and grand babies, House of Fresh clothing business, and his upcoming documentary.

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Asianae addresses sexism & double standards in music, stopping dancing in 2020, strippers rapping

Wed, 18 Jan 2023 17:39:21 -0000

“I’m growing young then growing as an artist” ~ Asianae

Asianae revisits The Progress Report Podcast for their Lunch Table Talk segment to speak on women’s issues within the music business, double standards in lyrics, strippers turning to music, dating, and 2023 goals.

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6 tips for independent artists to grow your brands for FREE!

Fri, 13 Jan 2023 22:59:33 -0000

Check out a new episode of Lunch Table Talk with the ladies of The Progress Report Podcast, Lalaa Shepard, Boss Britt, and DJ eXeL.

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Lil Daddy CBM speaks on keeping Doe B’s legacy alive 9 years later, last conversation with Young Dolph

Fri, 13 Jan 2023 22:57:03 -0000

Lil Daddy CBM skips class with The Progress Report to remember Doe B and Young Dolph, speaks on upcoming project that was supposed to be A&R’d by Young Dolph, staying focused, fatherhood, and more!

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Capella Grey speaks on pushing “Gyalis” for 2 years before releasing a project, almost getting kicked off Chris Brown’s album, NYC R&B

Mon, 09 Jan 2023 13:00:00 -0000

“So I understand that usually when people put out a single or whatever like that, as soon as it gets lit you feel pressure from all of the industry and media or whatever like that to hurry up and put out your body of work and then rush your process. The people dem realistically I understand momentum and all that but realistically though just worry about putting out classic sh*t. I feel like now, we got all the popcorn sh*t out the way. I felt like for a couple years, the music industry was freestyling, I feel like its moving forward though, we should work so that we can take pride in having our own sound, our own classic vibe.” ~ Capella Grey

Capella Grey makes his debut on The Progress Report Podcast to speak on “Gyalis” song success, sampling Juvenile “Back That Azz Up”, industry relationships with Chris Brown and Tory Lanez, and his upcoming debut project titled ‘Vibe Responsibly Volume 1’ releasing January 27th.

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Big Lex talks finessing on OnlyFans, stripping before fame, men feeling offended over her rap lyrics, Joseline allegedly stealing her video concept

Mon, 26 Dec 2022 05:00:00 -0000

“A lot of b*tches danced out of necessity, I didn’t need the money, I just wanted it” ~ Big Lex

Big Lex returns to The Progress Report Podcast to speak on her life as a dancer before the fame, strip club culture, appearing on Joseline’s Cabaret and eventually creating her own show called the Big Lex Baddies Collection, dating insecure people, abortion comments, feeling like the new Trina, and her upcoming project.

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Frosted Kae speaks on growing up as Kirk & Rasheeda’s daughter, motherhood, becoming an artist & licensed esthetician

Sat, 24 Dec 2022 22:06:17 -0000

Frosted Kae skips class with The Progress Report to speak about not using her parents names for clout, doing music since 1st grade, women facing criticism for sexy lyrics, females taking over the rap industry, making music with her son, the grind, and new music coming soon with T Hood.

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Big Boss Vette speaks on having PTSD from getting shot, being pansexual, “Snatched” going viral

Mon, 19 Dec 2022 05:00:00 -0000

“I work hard as a MF, being though I am signed that sh*t don’t mean you don’t have to work, honestly I have to work harder” ~ Big Boss Vette

St Louis artist Big Boss Vette makes her debut at The Progress Report Podcast to speak on her viral song “Snatched”, maturing as a person and woman, struggling with PTSD, her sexuality, and the differences from being signed from not being signed.

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ColliPark explains why he stopped working with Ying Yang Twins & Soulja Boy, new generation being spoiled

Thu, 15 Dec 2022 14:00:00 -0000

“I got music that make people feel some type of way” ~ ColliPark

ColliPark makes his debut on The Progress Report Podcast to reminisce about his sacrifices made for his career, early roots as DJ Smurf, working closely with Ying Yang Twins, Soulja Boy, V.I.C, old heads not listening to new generation, and being newly engaged.

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HitKidd addresses issues with GloRilla, “FNF” beat originally for Megan Thee Stallion, creating “Shabooya” song

Mon, 12 Dec 2022 15:00:00 -0000

The music producer behind GloRilla’s massive “FNF” record, HitKidd skips class with The Progress Report to speak on producing music since age 14, being inspired by his dad who also did music, collaborating with Memphis artists such as Duke Deuce, Gloss Up, K Carbon, Aleza, and Slimeroni, going viral, “FNF” success and tribulations, Megan Thee Stallion work relationship, new record deal and balance.

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Karlae speaks on being the first lady of YSL, learning about Lil Keed’s passing, Young Thug’s mental, new music

Mon, 12 Dec 2022 05:00:00 -0000

“YSL is a true family, everyone works hard and everyone on YSL is a true artist, we’re in the studio 80% of our lives if not 90%” ~ Karlae

Karlae makes her debut appearance on The Progress Report Podcast amid the YSL legal issues to speak on misconceptions associated with the record label, 300 Entertainment supporting them, the impact of Lil Keed on her life, growing up in the funeral home business, being signed to her ex lover and getting Young Thug to respect her artistry.

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ThugLifeMMB reflects on finding out that Trouble was murdered, being his protege, having to step up, relationship with Monica & Boosie

Thu, 08 Dec 2022 17:00:00 -0000

ThugLifeMMB skips class with The Progress Report to speak about how he got his name, taking his music career serious and sacrifices made so far for his career, losing his big brother/ mentor Trouble AKA Skoob, seeing Trouble becoming a dad, celebrating Trouble’s birthday at Cosmo, and stepping up.

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Big Bratt speaks on being the only female signed to Metro Boomin & 21 Savage, addresses name change

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 17:00:00 -0000

Chattanooga, TN artist Big Bratt, formerly known as Hood Bratt skips class with The Progress Report to speak on changing her name, signing to Slaughter Gang and Metro Boomin, new single “HOPE”, dream collaborations, and more!

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Honorable C Note addresses his manager stealing from him, uploading Gucci music while he was locked up, Takeoff & Young Dolph deaths

Mon, 28 Nov 2022 17:00:00 -0000

“Nobody is teaching real game out here, its like gone head and live your life freely but at the end of the day its like you’re digging yourself a hole you don’t even know about” ~ Honorable C Note Honorable C Note skips class with The Progress Report to speak about being a self-taught music producer and artist, his former manager stealing from him, his new project ‘Signs 3’, fasting for 30 days without food, relationships with Gucci Mane, Young Dolph, Migos, and coping with death.

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Lunch Table Talk: Normalize studs being pregnant, dating an entrepreneur is not easy but there are benefits

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 15:22:19 -0000

Check out a new episode of Lunch Table Talk with the ladies of The Progress Report Podcast, Lalaa Shepard, Boss Britt, and DJ eXeL.

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Street Money Boochie & D Rich speak on ‘TankDawgs’ tape, keeping Bankroll Fresh legacy alive

Mon, 21 Nov 2022 22:44:19 -0000

Street Money Boochie & D Rich skip class with The Progress Report to speak about their collab project ‘TankDawgs’, meeting each other through Bankroll Fresh, creating a unique flow, almost having DJ Drama host the ‘TankDawgs’ tape, losing Trouble, and keeping Bankroll Fresh legacy alive.

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Derez De’Shon speaks on pressure to create follow up to “Hardaway”, depression, being black balled, pain music, Slim Dunkin

Tue, 15 Nov 2022 20:12:36 -0000

“With this project, I’m trying to show I’m more than just pain music” ~ Derez De’Shon

Derez De’Shon skips class with The Progress Report to speak on being raised by his dad, pen game, writing for other artists, learning money management, moving safely as a public figure, being independent, ’Bigger Than Me’ new project, creating pain music, cooking helping him cope with depression, acting, upcoming project with T-Rell, fatherhood, and love life

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Duke Deuce speaks on being the new King of Crunk, Offset bringing him to QC, losing Takeoff

Wed, 09 Nov 2022 14:00:00 -0000

“When we was around each other it was love you know what I’m saying… That fool lyrical, that sh*t f*cked me up I ain’t gon lie to ya. Can we get a moment of silence for Takeoff? A lot of people taking this sh*t hard, cause Takeoff he was like a good spirit, he’s always been like that, it was all love” ~ Duke Deuce

Duke Deuce makes his debut at The Progress Report Podcast to speak about fatherhood motivating him to go hard with music, the history of gangsta walking and crunk music, Memphis taking over the music scene, Takeoff (Migos) impact, giving back to his former Highschool, devil worshiping rumors, his new project ‘MEMPHIS MASSACRE 3’, and a possible upcoming tour.

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Trinidad James speaks on being an immigrant, “All Gold Everything” success, Bruno Mars chess play, Def Jam rumors

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 13:00:00 -0000

“Nobody listened, 50 plays in a month on Soundcloud, nobody gave a d*mn. So I got it off of there, erased it, I’m not about being embarrassed, at that time. It wasn’t until I got into this game where I was like you have to understand that you got to take L’s publicly and you got to fight through it” ~ Trinidad James

Trinidad James makes his debut on The Progress Report podcast to describe his unique childhood growing up in Trinidad and Tobago, Atlanta, GA roots, immigrant parents, experiencing racism in the south, “All Gold Everything” timeline, fashion, getting back in his bag with ‘DBS’2 (‘Don’t Be Safe 2’) upcoming project, and his music saving some of his fans from committing suicide.

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K Carbon speaks on her friendship with Gloss Up & GloRilla, addresses if she is signed to Pooh Shiesty, selling hair

Mon, 31 Oct 2022 19:44:35 -0000

“Scared money don’t make no money” ~ K Carbon

Memphis, Tennessee rapper K Carbon skips class with The Progress Report to speak about rapping since she was young, being a daddy’s girl, friendships with Gloss Up and GloRilla, “Shabooya” song success, entrepreneurship, and support from Memphis OG Gangsta Boo since day 1.

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Crime Mob vs Trillville, crunk music, not understanding snap music, Millennium Tour, music being sampled

Tue, 25 Oct 2022 13:00:00 -0000

“The snap music movement f*cked me up as a producer, but it was cool cause we was putting on for the city… Johnnie Cabbell played me “Laffy Taffy” and I said what the f*ck is this.. To a producer snap music was horrible.” ~ Lil Jay of Crime Mob & Don P of Trillville

Crime Mob and Trillville do their first ever joint interview on The Progress Report Podcast to speak on their journeys in the music business, music genres in Atlanta changing over time (crunk, snap, swag, futuristic, trap music), getting their business affairs in order finally after 2015, their music getting sampled, their music becoming modernized now with social media, ghost writing, the new generation of Crunk Music, Migos popularizing Crime Mob’s sound, and getting involved with the Millennium Tour and bringing a different energy to it.

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Noodah05 speaks on signing to Lil Baby, having sex to his music, feeling underrated, ‘Level 5’

Wed, 19 Oct 2022 15:10:28 -0000

Atlanta artist Noodah05 skips class with The Progress Report to speak on his close bond with his mom, signing to Lil Baby and 4PF record label, linking with music producer ChiChi, 5th project and ‘Level 5’.

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KaMillion speaks on elevating from reality TV, landing her role as Mia Knight on Rap Sh!t, new music

Mon, 17 Oct 2022 09:00:00 -0000

“I am Mia and Mia is me and I just started auditioning and I didn’t even know my lines by heart, it was like a hour before we were supposed to turn it in and I waited til the last minute I wasn’t even gonna audition but I had printed out the script and taped it around my ring light… I ended up getting a call back” ~ KaMillion

Duval, FL artist and actress, KaMillion returns to The Progress Report Podcast to speak on life in Jacksonville, FL, graduating from reality TV to landing her leading role as Mia Knight on Issa Rae’s ‘Rap Sh!t’ show on HBO, rap money vs acting money, season two of ‘Rap Sh!t’, overcoming BS, and her upcoming project.

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GMK speaks on being a first time father, clarity in jail, Hurricane Katrina memories, debut project

Wed, 12 Oct 2022 15:35:15 -0000

“When you live a life full of non-resistance, everything will be easy for you” ~ GMK

GMK addresses his name meaning, fatherhood, experiencing Hurricane Katrina as a kid, his upcoming single and debut project, and learning from jail on a new episode of Skipping Class presented by The Progress Report.

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Bambi speaks on getting back into rapping, Love & Hip Hop portraying her as a sidechick, motherhood

Mon, 10 Oct 2022 16:22:50 -0000

Bambi makes her debut on The Progress Report Podcast to speak on growing up in Compton, California, getting into music and entertainment, seeing black excellence after relocating to Atlanta, not being prepared for reality TV, meeting Lil Scrappy, raising 3 kids, and more.

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Shawty Fresh says Bankroll Fresh put life back into Jeezy from the grave, unreleased Trouble music

Sun, 09 Oct 2022 04:32:49 -0000

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BigWalkDog shares how he got discovered by Gucci Mane, fatherhood, ‘Trick City’ debut project

Thu, 06 Oct 2022 02:33:25 -0000

“When it comes to music don’t think just go” ~ BigWalkDog

BigWalkDog skips class with The Progress Report to speak on the success of his debut project ‘Trick City’, signing to Gucci Mane, adjusting to fame, not worrying about music stats, and still being a country boy.

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P*ssy Power (women dealing with dilemmas in the industry), over-sexualization in the gay community

Mon, 03 Oct 2022 16:44:36 -0000

The ladies of The Progress Report Podcast (Lalaa Shepard, Boss Britt, and DJ eXeL) discuss various topics regarding P*ssy Power, maintaining industry relationships, and over-sexualization.

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Anti Da Menace speaks on seeing family members on drugs, paying homage to DG Yola, new Atlanta, fatherhood

Sat, 01 Oct 2022 15:36:44 -0000

“Stay in your own lane” ~ Anti Da Menace

18 year old Anti Da Menace skips class with The Progress Report to speak about relating 3 projects since 2022, growing up listening to Tupac, being part of the new wave of Atlanta music, coming up on the Wicked West, raw lyrics criticism, message to the youth, and fatherhood.

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Gloss Up speaks on going broke before signing to QC, getting fired with GloRilla, Saweetie unofficial “FNF” remix video

Mon, 26 Sep 2022 16:39:39 -0000

“I always put my kids first, that ain’t for no clout” ~ Gloss Up

Gloss Up makes her debut on The Progress Report Podcast to speak on her come up, Memphis roots, designing shirts before music, friendship with GloRilla, musical journey almost signing with MoneyBagg Yo and Young Dolph and eventually signing to QC, motherhood, and love life.

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Taylor Bennet speaks on balancing his career, managing his brother Chance The Rapper, sexuality, Dame Dash public apology

Tue, 20 Sep 2022 14:43:13 -0000

Taylor Bennet skips class with The Progress Report to speak on growing up in Chicago, doing music since age 12, being an independent artist, creating genre-less music, making his own way outside of his brother Chance The Rapper, fatherhood, and his tour collaboration with Champion.

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Kali speaks on making the 22’ XXL Freshman list, Latto tour prank issues, growing dreads for almost 15 years

Fri, 16 Sep 2022 13:00:00 -0000

22 year old artist Kali makes her debut on The Progress Report Podcast to speak on her new single “Wet”, finding herself through music at age 12, ‘Rhythm + Flow’ show issues, KenTheMan friendship and tattoo, and hardships of being famous.

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Hair Physician speaks on being BFs with Saucy Santana, Uncle Clifford comparisons, styling for Iggy Azalea

Wed, 14 Sep 2022 22:47:36 -0000

“I took a lot of L’s to get one W” ~ Hair Physician

Mitch AKA the Hair Physician skips class with The Progress Report to speak on his background and rise as a hair stylist, touring with Iggy Azalea, bestie’s with Saucy Santa, opinions on black homosexuality in media, P-Valley, hair courses and prices, and his “Book a look b*tch” slogan.

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Akbar V addresses Young Thug slapping her, issues with Alexis Skyy, weight loss surgery, learning to be a mother

Mon, 12 Sep 2022 14:14:06 -0000

“Akbar V is the artist side, Valerie is who I am” ~ Akbar V

Akbar V makes her debut on The Progress Report Podcast for a spiritual interview about her life journey, motherhood, witchcraft and becoming humble, celibacy and talking to a man in prison, growth as a woman and an artist, weight loss, co-sign from Nicki Minaj, and her longtime relationship with Young Thug and YSL.

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Jay Fizzle speaks on best advice from Key Glock, ready for a reality TV about his 14+ kids, Young Dolph legacy

Sun, 11 Sep 2022 15:23:06 -0000

Jay Fizzle returns to our platform to speak on getting in rapper mode, new project, ‘DonaFizzo’, remembers Young Dolph, PRE legacy, tour life, and being ready for reality TV.

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Drea & Lex P talk doing business with friends, Pour Minds success, gold digger misconceptions, tour

Thu, 08 Sep 2022 16:59:02 -0000

Drea & Lex P of the Pour Minds Podcast make their debut on The Progress Report Podcast to speak on relocating to Atlanta from Houston, the come up and creating a brand, sexuality, deal breakers in relationships, Drea starring in the DVSN “If I Get Caught” music video, tour, and more!

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Azae speaks on people stealing his mic performance concept, Chris Brown performance, new teeth, King Von death

Tue, 06 Sep 2022 16:40:50 -0000

“I stopped shooting music videos because I got bored with it” ~ Azae

Azae AKA Zar Williams skips class with The Progress Report to speak on quitting his day job in 2010 and becoming a full-time entrepreneur and launching his videography business and eventually creating 4 Shooters Only/ From The Block, staying out of rappers beef, dangerous performances, most memorial performances, and balancing business and personal life and being married.

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Dun Deal addresses producing majority of Rich Gang’s tape and London on da Track getting the credit, Gucci Mane & his wife originally having Young Thug’s “Stoner” beat

Fri, 02 Sep 2022 19:35:48 -0000

Dun Deal skips class with The Progress Report to speak on his musical journey, linking with DJ Spinz and Hoodrich, working out of Gucci Mane’s studio, pushing Young Thug for years, producing “Hannah Montana” for Migos, “Stoner” for Young Thug, “She Twerkin” for Ca$hout, seeing Migos split, thinking he got set up and falsely arrested, getting out of his APG contract, and owning Deaf Star Studios.

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The Progress Report Podcast joins Revolt!

Thu, 01 Sep 2022 17:56:05 -0000

The ladies of The Progress Report Podcast join the Revolt Podcast network!

Tune in via Revolt: https://pods.link/us/i/1494070183

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DJ Holiday talks doing Nicki's first & only mixtape, song selection for Gucci Mane & Jeezy Verzuz, Bricksquad rise & fall

Tue, 30 Aug 2022 17:29:00 -0000

“Bricks” was my real feel of success and a culture shock because I didn’t know that would happen” ~ DJ Holiday

DJ Holiday makes his debut at The Progress Report Podcast to discuss growing up as a military brat, creating a household name, explains what makes Gucci Mane’s music authentic and playing defense during the Gucci Mane and Jeezy Verzuz as Gucci’s official DJ, describes close relationships with Bankroll Fresh, Trouble, and Young Dolph, and marrying his best friend.

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Bandplay speaks on producing Young Dolph’s new single & announces upcoming album, keeping PRE legacy alive, P Valley supporting Mia Jaye’s “Black Men Deserve to Grow Old” brand

Thu, 25 Aug 2022 16:59:07 -0000

“Young Dolph was everything that I thought he would be when we first met” ~ Bandplay

Bandplay speaks on being a music producer since age 8, addresses misconceptions that he’s from Memphis, Tennessee, working with PRE and keeping Young Dolph’s legacy alive, tragically losing his father, and giving back to his community.

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K Kapri speaks on wanting to commit suicide after being misgendered on Joseline’s Cabaret, stripping

Sat, 20 Aug 2022 18:06:55 -0000

“I’m gonna pop p***y until the day I die” ~ K Kapri

K Kapri skips class with The Progress Report to speak on life as an exotic dancer, appearing on Joseline’s Cabaret, people misgendering her because of her height, sexuality, and being disowned by her family as a teen.

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Lil Smoke talks becoming a full-time parent to her younger sibling, serving time in the Navy, music awards

Thu, 18 Aug 2022 04:15:34 -0000

Alabama artist Lil Smoke skips class with The Progress Report to speak on serving 5 years in the Navy, winning awards in her hometown, new music, sexuality, motherhood, and more!

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Lunch Table Talk: Men pillow talking, dealing with crazy exes, men wearing weave, dating younger, levels to being gay

Tue, 16 Aug 2022 19:00:25 -0000

Lalaa Shepard, Boss Britt, and DJ eXeL are back with a new episode of The Progress Report Podcast to speak about men pillow talking after sex, dating someone with a crazy ex, dating age limits, men wearing weave, and more!

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Autumn Marini speaks on being the First Lady of Blackground Records 2.0, Aaliyah comparisons, “Don't Stop” FT Kodak Black

Sun, 14 Aug 2022 16:03:43 -0000

Autumn Marini skips class with The Progress Report to speak about taking action with her career after graduating college, being signed to Blackground Records 2.0, new music, feature from Kodak Black, and more!

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Mykko Montana responds to Yung Joc VLAD interview, “Do It” one hit wonder criticism, learning the business

Tue, 09 Aug 2022 15:44:50 -0000

“I had to put the music to the side for a minute to get the business right” ~ Mykko Montana

Mykko Montana skips class with The Progress Report to speak on the success of his hit single “Do It” 10 years later, connecting with Lil Uzi Vert, Yung Joc being disappointed in him after he resigned to Nitti Beatz years ago, almost signing to QC P, new music, and thoughts on Young Thug and YSL legal issues.

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Joe Green speaks on the pandemic changing his life, weight loss journey, making an impact for his hood, Bloody Jay

Tue, 09 Aug 2022 15:34:44 -0000

Joe Green skips class with The Progress Report to speak on his new mixtape ‘King Kong 4: Gorilla God’, his new record label, putting on for

Scottdale, GA, and, fatherhood.

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PAIGE speaks on criticism for being a white rapper, having PTSD after being hit by a car, living with chronic pain

Mon, 08 Aug 2022 18:25:50 -0000

PAIGE skips class with The Progress Report to speak on growing up singing in Catholic church, graduating University of Cincinnati with a degree in Public Health, only rapping for 8 month, confidence and overcoming abuse, ‘Hottie Red’ new project executive produced by Young Ex, overcoming depression, and ‘She Looks Fine’ upcoming book with her mother releasing on the anniversary of her accident ‘9-9-22’.

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Dorian J speaks on being Stevie J’s oldest son, reality TV, getting stabbed in prison, fatherhood, new music

Mon, 08 Aug 2022 03:12:00 -0000

“We just alike with women and music” ~ Dorian J speaking about his father Stevie J

Dorian J skips class with The Progress Report to speak on being the oldest son of hit producer Stevie J, seeing his love life play out publicly on reality TV, relationship with Stevie’s other kids, getting into music, prison, and fatherhood.

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Yung Gwapa reflects on baby mother keeping his son away from him, making $40,000 off dog litters, feeling like Dolph and Trouble are alive

Fri, 05 Aug 2022 20:11:19 -0000

Yung Gwapa skips class with The Progress Report to speak on new music an his new mindset, investments outside of music, and fatherhood.

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Rocksolid Teezy speaks on losing $60,000, close relationship with Rod Wave, gems from Young Dolph, Houston roots

Fri, 05 Aug 2022 03:43:00 -0000

“Rap came years later after popping my shit and having my way” ~ Rocksolid Teezy

Rocksolid Teezy skips class with The Progress Report to speak on being the man of the house while also in the streets, his dad being locked up during his adolescent adult years, brother getting killed, and his upcoming tape.

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OMB Peezy speaks on OGs misguiding the youth, producers over charging for beats, why artists shouldn’t sign to other artists

Wed, 03 Aug 2022 16:20:51 -0000

“I got my head on now, but I used to be tripping, I didn’t care about life” ~ OMB Peezy

OMB Peezy skips class with The Progress Report to speak on becoming more vulnerable in his music, his biggest adjustment to fame, life before rap, son changing his life, upcoming tape called ‘Misguided’, upcoming show called ‘Buy Back the Block’ teaching about real estate, and tour with Kevin Gates.

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Lunch Table Talk: Don’t take life for granted, pink sauce, no more R&B, Usher Verzuz Chris Brown, ‘Nope’ movie review

Wed, 03 Aug 2022 03:24:21 -0000

Lalaa Shepard, Boss Britt, and DJ eXeL are back with a new episode of The Progress Report Podcast to speak about good energy, deceased rappers, current events, R&B genre, stand up comedy, Dej Loaf, advice to GloRilla, and more!

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Bali Baby explains her hiatus from music, co-parenting with her ex, boob job rumors, Hoodrich Pablo Juan

Wed, 27 Jul 2022 01:51:50 -0000

“I’m a superstar I was born for this” ~ Bali Baby

Bali Baby skips class with The Progress Report to speak about her new mixtape ‘Bali Print’, motherhood, being a milf, love life, and body image.

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DJ Von talks becoming Latto DJ, Latto’s dating status, tour pranks with Saucy Santana, upcoming tour with Lizzo

Mon, 25 Jul 2022 20:14:52 -0000

“The DJ booth is not a section” ~ DJ Von

DJ Von skips class with The Progress Report to speak on his parents inspiring him to DJ, building a relationship with Latto since age 12 and becoming her official DJ, breaking records for major artists and the importance of plaques, differences DJ’n for male and female artists, and DJ booth etiquette.

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VEDO speaks on “You Got It” going platinum, best advice from Usher, says Mario & Omarion Verzuz was trash

Sun, 10 Jul 2022 18:21:21 -0000

“When people fall in love with you and buy into you as an artist, that’s when you get your big break” ~ VEDO

VEDO skips class with The Progress Report to speak on stepping into the artist spotlight after writing for artists, doing music since age 10, background singing in the church, working with Ari Lennox, Usher, Baby Face, OG Parker, fatherhood, and getting engaged.

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King Elway speaks on balancing music, cutting hair, wing shop, & raising a daughter

Fri, 01 Jul 2022 02:22:55 -0000

“People who like real music and the people who listen for subject matter and quality music, they appreciate it” ~ King Elway

King Elway skips class with The Progress Report to speak on entrepreneurship and his hustle, raising a daughter influencing the way he views women,

new music and upcoming project.

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K Major speaks on putting himself first as an artist, singers smoking, dating Erica Banks, sampling

Wed, 29 Jun 2022 17:00:58 -0000

“It's my time finally” ~ K Major

K Major skips class with The Progress Report to speak on putting himself first as an artist, his new EP ‘You’ll Love It Here’ curated by women, dating life, and writing for major artists.

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T-Rell talks proudly wearing Walmart clothes, Midwest being slept on, representing for fat guys, Mo3, Tank

Fri, 24 Jun 2022 17:48:07 -0000

“Can’t no singer out sing me” ~ T-Rell

T-Rell skips class with The Progress Report to speak on feeling like an underdog, setting trends and not receiving credit, saving his son’s life off his music, losing weight, out singing Mo3 and tank, and more!

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The producers of Hurricane Chris viral “My Bay” record call out Joe Budden, Kia, & misconceptions

Tue, 21 Jun 2022 21:20:49 -0000

“Any upcoming producer, artist, or anyone who deals with a young OG such as Hurricane Chris or anyone else that’s a celebrity they need to pay homage and respect these guys who actually made the original content” ~ DubMagic

Super producers DubMagic and Cash Clay Beats skip class with The Progress Report to speak on Hurricane Chris’ “My Bay” song going viral on social media, meeting each other through Hurricane Chris and collaborating on beats, sampling and clearance facts, and addresses Jersey influencer Kia saying they stole her sound and song.

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YouAintSlick speaks on investing over $20,000 into his music career, upcoming EP, relocating to ATL

Thu, 16 Jun 2022 17:50:38 -0000

YouAintSlick skips class with The Progress Report to speak on his name meaning, relocating to Atlanta from Portsmouth, VA, investing in his career, and upcoming EP titled ‘Been In The Dark’.

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Scotty ATL speaks on the death of Trouble, Grillz by Scotty located in LA & ATL, Big Boi collab

Wed, 15 Jun 2022 16:28:04 -0000

“Some people think its how long you live, its about the impact you leave on people” ~ Scotty ATL

Scotty ATL skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report about working with legends that he grew up listening to such as Big Boi and Sleepy Brown, becoming the king of grillz and opening a shop on Melrose (LA), balancing fatherhood and entrepreneurship, and Trouble’s impact on the culture.

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Cola speaks on being Gucci Mane’s fiancé, getting Gucci tattoo covered up, new music, “So Icy” drama

Mon, 13 Jun 2022 20:41:01 -0000

“I was in a relationship but at the same time I was a student, I fell back from my career but at the same time it was preparation” ~ Cola Falana AKA Gud Gurl Cola

Cola Falana skips class with The Progress Report to speak about her roots in music, being in 2 groups, born and raised on the Southside of Atlanta, GA, stopped doing music to pursue a relationship with Gucci Mane, going to prison for fraud, Mac Bre-Z and Gucci Mane incident, and new single “Surprise Surprise” produced by Bubba.

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Karlae speaks on being the first lady of YSL, learning about Lil Keed’s passing, Young Thug’s mental

Mon, 06 Jun 2022 17:46:55 -0000

“YSL is a true family, everyone works hard and everyone on YSL is a true artist, we’re in the studio 80% of our lives if not 90%” ~ Karlae

Karlae makes her debut appearance on The Progress Report Podcast amid the YSL legal issues to speak on misconceptions associated with the record label, 300 Entertainment supporting them, the impact of Lil Keed on her life, growing up in the funeral home business, being signed to her ex lover and getting Young Thug to respect her artistry.

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MaiaDaPlug speaks on Rico Nasty comparisons, Lil Keed supporting her cannabis brand, learning the game

Sat, 04 Jun 2022 17:32:14 -0000

“I’ve always been a weed head, it’s always brought people together” ~ MaiaDaPlug

MaiaDaPlug skips class with The Progress Report to speak on starting out as a publicist for Zaytoven’s artists, moving to Atlanta from Chicago and cultural differences, being a tall woman, attending Clark Atlanta, and preparing to release her debut project sometime in June!

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Runway Richy says he couldn’t have been Jeezy in Gucci Verzuz, avoiding self incriminating music

Sat, 04 Jun 2022 17:27:49 -0000

“I’m back active, I had to take a break this [music] sh*t gets fake” ~ Runway Richy

Runway Richy returns to The Progress Report to speak on growing up on Candler Rd, Decatur, GA, overcoming obstacles, learning how to walk again after a bad car accident, history in the music industry, supporting Kevin Samuels, and fatherhood!

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Jizzal speaks on joining Dem Franchize Boyz, earning respect as southern rappers, Verzuz with D4L, losing weight

Wed, 01 Jun 2022 18:13:18 -0000

“I had a rough upcoming, in some ways music saved me” ~ Jizzal

Jizzal of Dem Franchize Boyz skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak on his upcoming cooking show, losing weight and health advice, being a grandfather, new music, and more!

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B Lovee speaks on adjusting to fame, being cautious with his lyrics, coming up with Kay Flock

Thu, 26 May 2022 16:49:10 -0000

“I feel like rap is freedom of speech, you can’t use people’s raps against them”

B Lovee skips class with The Progress Report to speak on coming up in the Bronx, NY, his original name before B Lovee (Buddy), calls Cardi B a real one, and he addresses why he decided to release a project instead of more singles.

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Enchanting says she started rapping when she met Gucci, Pooh Shiesty legal trouble, finding out that K Shiday was no longer 1017

Fri, 20 May 2022 05:25:56 -0000

“I really didn’t start rapping until I signed to Gucci, that was my first time rapping. I was always a singer” ~ Enchanting

1017 artist Enchanting speaks to The Progress Report Podcast on being a rebel child growing up, her most painful tattoos, taking her time with her music, and signing to Gucci Mane’s 1017 record label and becoming the 1017 So Icy Princess.

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Big Moochie Grape speaks on praying to Young Dolph like God, issues with rappers doing Yo Gotti’s challenge, PRE

Wed, 18 May 2022 19:27:33 -0000

“I’m the fattest freshest n*gga alive” ~ Big Moochie Grape

Big Moochie Grape skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about raising 2 daughters, coming up rough in Memphis and not having a childhood, taking his time with his music, meeting Young Dolph through Jay Fizzle, comparisons to Peewee Longway, Gucci Mane, and Project Pat, learning about Young Dolph’s death, and releasing his first solo project since 2020 titled ‘East Haiti Baby’ dropping May 27th.

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Passhon speaks on making $ 1 million dollars during pandemic, kids father sentenced to over 120 years in prison

Wed, 18 May 2022 19:02:36 -0000

“I came up with a Hip Hop themed restaurant (Loaded Potato Bar) to incorporate my music into one” ~ Passhon

Passhon is the founder and owner of Loaded Potato Bar which is a Hip Hop theme restaurant based in Atlanta, GA. During an interview on Skipping Class, Passhon speaks on overcoming adversity, being an accountant turned entrepreneur and musician, motherhood and balance, and releasing her project in June titled ‘Boundaries’.

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Big Goop speaks on issues with clothing for big dudes, balancing school, fatherhood, music, & entrepreneurship

Wed, 18 May 2022 18:53:23 -0000

“I didn’t wanna waste my 20s not chasing my dreams so I started to do music”

Big Goop skips class with The Progress Report to share his experience growing up in Valdosta, GA, getting into music and taking it serious, comparisons to Jeezy, Young Scooter, and Young Dolph, and new project ‘Skywalka’.

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Archie Eversole’s manager Big Jon believes his brother didn’t kill him, shares untold Left Eye stories

Tue, 10 May 2022 20:17:40 -0000

“All the way until the day of his passing I’ve been checking on Archie Eversole and we were supposed to go to the gym the day of his passing” ~ Big Jon (Archie Eversole’s manager)

Big Jon skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about his experience in the music business dating back to over 28 years ago when Ludacris was an intern at a radio station. During the intimate conversation, Big Jon shares untold stories about Left Eye and details how he started working with Archie Eversole since this past October and helped Archie find a job while he was also getting back creative in the studio. Big Jon shares why he believes Archie’s brother is innocent and says people need to let their mother grieve in peace.

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Taylor Girlz speaks on motherhood, not hanging with cheap people, avoiding the messiness in the music industry

Mon, 09 May 2022 22:13:47 -0000

“In this industry you got to have a team, everybody got different ideas.” ~ Taylor Girlz

Taylor Girlz (Daysha and Ti) revisit The Progress Report Podcast (Lalaa Shepard, Boss Britt, and DJ eXeL) to speak on purchasing a house together, Ti’s skin care line, Daysha being a new mother, and “You The Type” new single produced by ATL Jacob.

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Big Vee_vvs speaks one missing out on her teenage years when her mom passed, beating a gun case, investing in new teeth

Mon, 09 May 2022 22:01:12 -0000

“Music is my cope” ~ Big Vee_VVs

Big Vee_vvs skips class with The Progress Report to speak about taking all her pain and putting it into music, the independent grind, motherhood since a young teen, weight gain multi vitamins, entrepreneurship, becoming more professional, new music, and hometown support.

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MackBenWidIt speaks on police hating on his movement in VA, getting paid shows now, living for his kids

Mon, 09 May 2022 21:57:29 -0000

“I make music for everybody, bench warmers to ballers, workers and the bosses, you got to feel it” ~ MackBenWidIt

MackBenWidIt returns to The Progress Report to skip class with Lalaa Shepard to discuss his upcoming project ‘The Beginning’ releasing in July, Don’t Fold Entertainment label, hometown support and issues with police, living for his kids, and progress!

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K Shiday speaks on mentally clocking out prior to being released from 1017, adjusting to fame, BBL

Fri, 06 May 2022 19:12:54 -0000

“It was a struggle, I felt it was so much time from when the people saw me being with my last label and stuff like that… the time frame from when I dropped was like.. now I gotta go in and grab my supporters again and show them… it was probably a little confusing for some of them.. now its all about being consistent and not going ghost” ~ K Shiday when asked about releasing her latest project ‘Jukebox’ independently

K Shiday skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about her departure from Gucci Mane’s 1017, relationship status with former label mates, social media putting females against each other, new music, NFT ventures, and motherhood.

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Levi2Official speaks on being QC artist Lakeyah official DJ, becoming a Coalition DJ, relocating to ATL from Detroit

Fri, 06 May 2022 18:27:31 -0000

“I’m my own walking brand” ~ Levi2Official

Levi2Official skips class with The Progress Report to speak on living a peaceful life, growing up in Detroit and relocating to Atlanta, becoming a Coalition DJ and the official DJ for Quality Control female artist Lakeyah.

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MariahLynn speaks on social media affecting her body image, current relationship status with Rich Dollaz, Cardi B

Mon, 02 May 2022 17:26:16 -0000

“Why did I not know my full value and why didn’t I add tax? Cause that’s what I do now” ~ MariahLynn

MariahLynn skips class with The Progress Report to speak on working on herself and rebranding her career, writing her own music and new EP ‘My Life’, her body image, current mindset, love life, and her nonprofit.

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YB Landlord speaks on being Jeezy’s son, telling him to sign Rich Homie, creating his own lane, attending Jeezy Gucci Verzuz

Fri, 29 Apr 2022 16:45:28 -0000

“I set my own mark in the streets outside of being Jeezy’s son” ~ YB Landlord

YB Landlord skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about what it was like being Jeezy’s son, misconceptions, seeing him grow as a man, getting into music, and paving his own way.

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Z Money says he’s forever 1017, joint mixtape with Gucci, Big Moochie Grape, Young Dolph

Mon, 25 Apr 2022 16:20:27 -0000

“I never knew I was gon be a rapper, I never wanted to be a rapper, I always wanted to be the biggest trapper” ~ Z Money

Z Money skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak on the independent grind, his 4Ever Paid Record Label, becoming a man on the Westside of Chicago, signing to Gucci Mane and studio sessions with Yung Mal, Hoodrich Pablo Juan, Quill, and speaking to Key Glock and Big Moochie Grape after Young Dolph passed.

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Seven BIG GLIT Montana talks losing his mother while doing 7 years in prison, people of color being overly sentenced

Sat, 23 Apr 2022 03:37:00 -0000

“I write my life, it comes to me in freestyle form because its my everyday life” ~ Seven BIG GLIT Montana

Seven BIG GLIT Montana skips class with The Progress Report to share how it was doing 7 years in federal prison for trafficking and distribution, adjusting to life outside of prison, being into music since a youngster, upcoming project with Zaytoven, and his GLIT brand.

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YFN Kay says music sucks without YFN Lucci, says Bankroll Fresh was the next Jeezy, big brother duties

Mon, 18 Apr 2022 21:08:25 -0000

“It’s a lot of responsibilities having a rich brother, a millionaire brother, a very hopeful and positive brother. My work is never done being the older brother” ~ YFN Kay

YFN Kay skips class with Lalaa Shepard to speak on diversification in Atlanta, gifting his mom 100,000 in cash when YFN Lucci made it, doing music before YFN Lucci, addresses YFN Lucci’s current legal issues, and he remembers Bankroll Fresh and Nipsey Hussle.

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Salma Slims speaks on dating 24hrs, starting out in a girls group, being bilingual, upcoming cosmetic line

Sat, 16 Apr 2022 19:38:22 -0000

“I’m a very spiritual person I put God first with everything I do” ~ Salma Slims

Salma Slims skips class with The Progress Report to speak about her new music, what its like dating 24hrs, modeling, and upcoming cosmetic line.

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Lil Mama speaks on being publicly forgiven by Jay-Z, Bow Wow comparisons, “Push It” Remix with Ceasar Christian

Thu, 14 Apr 2022 21:37:20 -0000

“Don’t forget where you come from” ~ Lil Mama

Lalaa Shepard sat down with Lil Mama and Florida Hip Hop recording artist Ceasar Christian at Live Hip Hop Daily Studios in ATL for a live interview at their “Push It” remix music video release party. The event was the star studded including attendance by Drea Kelly, Dorien Wilson, most known for his role as Professor Oglevee on The Parkers, Drumma Boy, and many others! During the conversation, Ceasar Christian speaks on being independent, linking with Lil Mama, and Lil Mama addresses her issues with a lack of representation amongst female rappers, reflects on Bow Wow look alike comments, and being forgiven publicly by Jay-Z and Alicia Keys.

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When is it ok to discipline your step child? Should men have to pay child support if the woman makes more money?

Mon, 11 Apr 2022 21:31:09 -0000

0:45 Will Smith slap + Chris Rock ticket sales skyrocketing

7:26 G Herbo & Ari

When is it ok to discipline your step child?

15:19 Pete Davidson hanging with North West (inappropriate behavior?)

18:04 Kandi Burrus and Block issues

Should men have to pay child support if the woman makes more money?

22:00 DMV rapper Goonew funeral controversy

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D Swervo speaks on her sexuality, Kanye West co-sign, being raised in the streets, taking care of her autistic brother

Mon, 11 Apr 2022 21:27:06 -0000

“One thing about me, I still like to be called a girl, I cherish that I’m a girl” ~ D Swervo

15 year old D Swervo talks about growing up in the streets of Miami, Florida being raised by her grandmother, helping raise her older brother with autism, her sexuality, and building her own label called Chase That Bag.

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Hoodrich Keem speaks on becoming Hoodrich, Young Thug doing his tag, Wheezy teaching him how to produce

Mon, 04 Apr 2022 19:38:17 -0000

“I wanted people to ride around and hear my drops” ~ Hoodrich Keem

Hoodrich Keem returns for his second interview with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak on how he become a household brand, joining Hoodrich with DJ Scream and DJ Spinz, Slurred Words movement with Babyface Ray, getting into production with Wheezy, Young Thug creating his first tag, and reflects on relationships with A$AP Yams, Fredo Santana, Young Dolph, and Hoodrich Pablo Juan.

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The Progress Report all female cypHER, 1501 Ent, Omeretta, Latto, and SXSW 2022 recap

Mon, 04 Apr 2022 19:26:01 -0000

.8 introduction

.38 Omeretta interview

.50 The Progress Report all female cypHER social media contest

2:37 SXSW 2022

8:11 1501 Ent Kona Lisa, Carl Crawford, Megan Thee Stallion

11:45 how do you feel about starting businesses with your girlfriend?

15:00 Kanye West Yeezy x Nicki Minaj x Kim Kardashian

16:22 Kodak Black and Latto “beef”

23:05 Asianae

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Omeretta speaks on “Sorry Not Sorry” (Atlanta) controversy, her relationship with Latto, dating someone in prison

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 01:31:15 -0000

“Sorry Not Sorry” is not a diss, its a public service announcement” ~ Omeretta

Omeretta joins The Progress Report Podcast to speak on her rule book for people claiming Atlanta, confidence as a brown skin woman, running away from home as a youth and appearing on reality TV, people thinking she’s a new rapper, not getting on Lil Baby’s “On Me” remix, and much more!

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Scarfo Da Plug mother’s details the night of his death, calls out rappers who betrayed him, unreleased music

Tue, 22 Mar 2022 15:50:33 -0000

“Some days I’m angry, some days I'm sad, I have not not cried every day since my baby left his body” ~ Scarfo Da Plug’s mother

Rest in peace to slain rapper Scarfo Da Plug! Today he would have turned 26 years old and Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report spoke to Scarfo Da Plug’s mother and younger brother for the first time since his untimely passing. During the episode, Scarfo’s mother details her relationship with his baby mother, speaks on misconceptions about her son Scarfo, says that he speaks to her in her dreams, and Scarfo Da Plug’s younger brother speaks on coming home from prison two days after his brother was killed in 2021.

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K’ona Lisa addresses her issues with Carl Crawford, Erica Banks, being 1501 Ent’s first female artist after Megan Thee Stallion

Wed, 16 Mar 2022 18:35:05 -0000

“Ain’t nobody finna give you no hand out, you gotta make a MF believe” ~ K’ona Lisa

Rapper/ singer K’ona Lisa skips class with The Progress Report to speak on being a mother to 4 daughters, relocating to Atlanta and claiming Atlanta as hometown, signing to Carl Crawford and 1501 Ent, issues with former label mate Erica Banks, and realizing she wanted a backup plan beyond music.

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Kenny Muney speaks on keeping Young Dolph’s legacy alive, unreleased Dolph music, Memphis rappers choosing between Young Dolph & Yo Gotti

Mon, 14 Mar 2022 17:42:45 -0000

“I grew up liking music and words, but I ain’t never think like I would be a rapper” ~ Kenny Muney

Paper Route Empire artist Kenny Muney skips class with The Progress Report to speak on his latest project ‘Time Is Muney”, getting his game from Young Dolph and keeping his legacy active, PRE artists, Memphis, and everything in between!

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Erica Banks addresses best female rapper Tweet, criticism for using samples, “Buss It” going viral, Nelly

Thu, 10 Mar 2022 20:34:53 -0000

“Buss It” was trash to me I was like I ain’t putting that sh*t out, that ain’t it and my friend was like you’re crazy!” ~ Erica Banks

The Flow Queen Erica Banks visited The Progress Report Podcast in person to speak on why she hasn’t released new music since 2020, conversation with Nelly about her viral hit “Buss It”, withdrawing from college to pursue music after being inspired by Asian Doll, cooking with Banks, sampling Crime Mob’s “Stilettos” with K Major, upcoming tour with Summer Walker, women in music and more!

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Asianae speaks on her upcoming tour with Latto, being mentored by Bone Crusher, female rappers getting more hate than males

Tue, 08 Mar 2022 17:16:04 -0000

“My team is the best team out there, they want the best for me and make sure I get the best” ~ Asianae

Asianae skips class with The Progress Report to speak on her debut project ‘Chosen One’, upcoming tour, Mermaid Gang, females receiving hate and much more!

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KenTheMan talks getting fired from Uber, sexuality, writing her own music, attempted drug dealer, lack of rappers support, raising a son

Mon, 07 Mar 2022 21:32:49 -0000

“Artists need to realize its ok to work, I was Door Dashing when I wrote the song that stopped me from DoorDashing” ~ KenTheMan

Rising Houston, TX artist KenTheMan joins Lalaa Shepard & DJ eXeL of The Progress Report Podcast to speak on her new music, motherhood, getting fired from Uber, female support, and music more!

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Deelishis and Raymond Santana’s divorce, Diddy’s Making The Band, Rest in Peace Snootie Wild

Sun, 06 Mar 2022 14:53:35 -0000

.25 introduction with Lalaa Shepard, Boss Britt, DJ eXeL

.45 Women’s History Month

1:23 Lalaa act different with the ponytail

1:56 weekly evaluation

2:19 Kanye West is bullying Pete Davidson

4:23 Did you believe in Deelishis and Raymond Santana’s interview?

6:56 Once and for all, Pete Davidson is handsome

8:01 is Kanye West/ Coodie ‘Jeen-Yuh’s Netflix documentary

10:16 Making The Band old clips resurface, Day26, Danity Kane

14:42 Should 50 Cent stay with Starz or get his own network?

16:54 P-Valley, Euphoria

17:41 Thoughts on Laverne Cox’s Will & Jada Smith comments

19:55 OMB Bloodbath owes Boss Britt & DJ eXeL money

21:02 Da Baby & NBA YoungBoy

21:51 Rest in Peace Snootie Wild

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Hollywood YC addresses Quavo stealing, says rappers dress childish, calls out Soulja Boy for talking bad about Young Dolph

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 17:28:11 -0000

“Everywhere I go people know how big I am to Atlanta” ~ Hollywood YC

Hollywood YC returns to The Progress Report headquarters to speak on fashion, addresses his issues with Quavo of Migos and Soulja Boy, speaks on Omeretta’s viral “Sorry Not Sorry” record about Atlanta and gives credit to Atlanta artists.

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Kidd Kidd says he’s still eating off “Mrs Officer” song, Lil Wayne Verzuz, rap being a hustle nowadays no passion

Sun, 27 Feb 2022 15:15:35 -0000

“Now rap is more of a hustle, its no passion in it” ~ Kidd Kidd

New Orleans rapper Kidd Kidd skips class with The Progress Report to speak on business ventures outside of music, encourages artists to own their publishing, thoughts Versus battles, fatherhood, and more!

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Lyrica Anderson talks about reality TV affecting her music career, ending her marriage, being cousins with Meagan Good

Thu, 17 Feb 2022 16:43:54 -0000

“I actually started out writing pop, and I had trouble as a black girl writing R&B” ~ Lyrica Anderson

Songstress Lyrica Anderson visits The Progress Report Podcast for her first time to speak on her music career, being inspired by her mother, Love & Hip Hop Hollywood affect on her career, divorcing her husband and co-parenting their 3 year old son, and everything in between!

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Do you take a sh*t when you have roommates on vacation?

Mon, 14 Feb 2022 18:48:53 -0000

https://www.instagram.com/theprogressreportpodcast/

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Briana Latrise speaks on her relationship with her dad Kendu Isaacs, being a single mother, and reality TV

Mon, 14 Feb 2022 18:46:28 -0000

Briana Latrise skips class with The Progress Report to speak about her childhood and upcoming inspiring her upcoming books, being a Highschool dropout, and being a full-time mother.

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Jose Guapo recalls sessions with Young Dolph, Gucci, new teeth, getting healthy after falling asleep behind the wheel, sweatpants incident

Mon, 14 Feb 2022 18:42:09 -0000

“Moving sloppy, that sh*t can cost ya” ~ Jose Guapo

Jose Guapo skips class with us to speak on getting healthier and releasing his latest body of work, ‘I Am Who I Made Me’.

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OT talks being a dot connecter, female artists getting hated on, Q Money is coming home sooner than you think, artists being delusional about opportunity

Mon, 14 Feb 2022 18:22:09 -0000

“The music is nothing without having someone to actually market it” ~ OT

King OT speaks on his background as a music exec, working with ungrateful artists, and says that Q Money is coming home soon.

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BRS Kash speaks on backlash of “Throat Baby”, overcoming gambling addiction, one hit wonder critics

Wed, 09 Feb 2022 17:46:45 -0000

“I’m all about getting the job done, my career ain’t in no one else’s hands but mine” ~ BRS Kash

BRS Kash returns to The Progress Report Podcast to sign their Gold plaque for “Throat Baby”, which is now nearing double platinum status. BRS Kash also shares his thoughts on the “Throat Baby” remix verses from City Girls and Da Baby, kids bop version, and addresses all negative criticism!

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Calling Out Fake Lesbians, Toxic Love, Brittney Spears Calls Out Her Sister, T.I. Verzuz EVERYBODY

Sun, 23 Jan 2022 23:58:00 -0000

Intro with hosts Lalaa Shepard, Boss Britt, & DJ eXeL

1:52 Are You Here For Lil Baby & Jayda’s Relationship?

5:39 Calling Out Fake Lesbians

12:25 T.I. Says Will Out Rap ANYBODY In A Verzuz

16:06 Brittney Spears Calls Out Her Sister

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Martina Marie talks pressure being signed to 1501 Ent, Cry Baby diss, graduating nursing school, motherhood

Sun, 23 Jan 2022 23:06:58 -0000

“I never had the confidence to do music”

1501 Entertainment’s newest signee Martina Marie has been in the news lately after her controversial “Cry Baby” freestyle went viral. She stopped by The Progress Report Podcast to clear up the rumors regarding the diss record, talks balancing motherhood, graduating nursing school and being recognized by her peers and patients, relocating to Houston, Texas from Toledo, Ohio, and her “Daddy” new song and challenge.

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TK Kravitz discusses if he’s still signed, “Home Body” with Lil Durk, falling down steps, Jacquees King of R&B comments

Thu, 30 Dec 2021 16:36:54 -0000

TK Kravitz joins Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report Podcast to speak on his journey as an artist and song writer, label issues and legal woes, creating hits such as “Home Body” with Lil Durk & Gunna, “Space” with Sexton, “Ocean” with Jacquees, and “3 Times in a Row” & “Mind Right” while under the TK-N-Cash umbrella. TK Kravitz also opens up about falling down steps back in August and his first time perfuming at Rolling Loud.

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RX Peso addresses his relationship with Hoodrich Pablo Juan, RX Hector, Scrafo Da Plug, Drugrixh movement, name change

Thu, 23 Dec 2021 17:53:27 -0000

“I learned a lot from Hoodrich Pablo Juan…. Friendship, music, loyalty”

RX Peso returns to The Progress Report with Lalaa Shepard after 4 years to speak on his relationships with Hoodrich Pablo Juan, Migos, 21 Savage, and other rappers, coming up with Hoodrich and creating his own movement, rebranding himself and overcoming odds.

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DJ Big X on realizing the importance of a DJ during a b*tch slapping contest, DJ Nando, Coalition DJs, breaking records

Wed, 22 Dec 2021 00:13:57 -0000

“The internet is a great tool but artists must get records in the hands of a DJ”

~ DJ Big X

Coalition DJs is a household name in the streets and corporate sides of music. On a new episode of The Progress Report Podcast, CEO DJ Big X speaks on forming the Coalition DJs brand with DJ Nando, DJ Funky, & DJ X Rated, being featured on the front page of the Wallstreet Journal, New Music Monday’s birthing Young Thug, City Girls, Migos, sleeping on YFN Lucci, Lil Baby, and Da Baby, fatherhood, changes in the music business over the years, and his new Podcast #WeOutside

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GhostLuvMe talks losing his mother and sisters in a car crash inspiring his name, GhostToven with Zaytoven

Mon, 20 Dec 2021 17:26:48 -0000

GhostLuvMe joins The Progress Report Podcast to talk about new project with Zaytoven, Scott Storch, features with Future, Lil GotIt, Lil Keed, playing instruments his whole life, and tragic story inspiring his name.

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Jhonni Blaze speaks on seeing multiple therapists, acting on the upcoming season of P-Valley, R&B music

Sat, 18 Dec 2021 20:11:57 -0000

Jhonni Blaze visits The Progress Report Podcast for a third time to speak on creating a healthier social media intake space, seeing multiple therapists, thoughts on the current state of R&B, leaving reality TV to pursue acting career, new music and being consistent, and everything in between!

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Issa speaks on people thinking he’s a singer not a rapper, writing for Jacquees, signing to Cash Money, 21 Savage Issa

Tue, 14 Dec 2021 18:49:27 -0000

“I haven’t reached my peak yet” (Issa)

Cash Money Recording artist Issa made his long awaited debut on The Progress Report Podcast. During the episode, Issa speaks on relocating to Atlanta as a pre-teen from DC, his looks working against him as people assume he’s a singer, signing to Cash Money with his childhood friend and the King of R&B Jacquees, new project ‘Here Comes The Light', the affects of 21 Savage’s Issa campaign, and much more.

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Myles Truitt speaks on playing B-Mickie on BMF series, killing Kato, acting with Wood Harris in The New Edition Story

Wed, 08 Dec 2021 22:14:33 -0000

Atlanta, GA is known for its array of rappers, singers, music producers, now actors can be added to that line up as 20 year Myles Truitt is from East Atlanta and is making a name himself in the film industry. He played a young Ronnie DeVoe on BET’s The New Edition Story and fast forward a few years later he is playing the role of B-Mickie on the hit Starz show BMF. On his debut on The Progress Report Podcast, Myles Truitt discusses acting with Wood Harris twice, preparing and learning for his role on BMF, misconceptions, employing his mom, other roles, and more!

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Mind Frame speaks on the death of Young Dolph being bad for Memphis, calls out Drake for TSU comments

Wed, 24 Nov 2021 21:46:06 -0000

https://www.instagram.com/thankgodimframe/

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Mississippi artist Master Jugg speaks on P Valley Portrayal & getting shot 11 times by his cousin

Wed, 24 Nov 2021 20:43:08 -0000

https://www.instagram.com/master_jugg_ceo/

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Shotta Spence speaks on modeling in Kanye West’s Yeezy Fashion Show, signing to Mike Will, son of refugee

Wed, 24 Nov 2021 20:37:03 -0000

Shotta Spence is an artist and creative born and raised in Jersey, and proud son of a Vietnamese refugee. During his debut sit down on The Progress Report Podcast, Shotta Spence speaks on meeting super producer Mike Will Made It and signing to his Ear Drummers Record Label, compassions to Offset, and modeling in Kanye West’s first Yeezy fashion show.

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Starsky speaks on Soulja Boy stealing his name when he went away to prison

Wed, 24 Nov 2021 20:36:07 -0000

https://www.instagram.com/starskyshaw/

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Dumaka speaks on catching COVID twice, Bay Area politics in music, expensive lessons

Fri, 19 Nov 2021 00:22:04 -0000

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hxQS3C3epxU

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Travis Porter talks Migos Verzuz, almost signing to Gucci, calls Bankroll Fresh the Zone 3 Tupac

Sat, 13 Nov 2021 00:31:27 -0000

Atlanta natives Travis Porter joined The Progress Report Podcast to speak on their new project ‘Travy Estates: Back on Bullsh*t’, 1/3 Travis Porter Black Boe’s (Quez) recent car accident, completed unreleased project with Bankroll Fresh, Verzuz battle with Migos, strip club culture, and more!

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CEO Verse answers why rappers come up after getting shot or locked up, Foogiano link up, Richmond, VA

Sat, 13 Nov 2021 00:20:58 -0000

Ceo Verse owner of So Dangerous Ent. This rising Richmond Va artist has his own style, swagger, word play, and unique melodies. Recently dropping “Drive me crazy” it’s been picking up heavy traction. This was not the first time he shook the local music community. Just earlier this year he arguably had one the best trap singles from out of Richmond called “All gas no breaks” Now he is back again as Mr. Love Doctor with another wave new vibes and we are excited to see what he has in store for the ladies.

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Coca Vango addresses if he is still signed, ready to marry LightSkinKeisha, scamming past life

Fri, 05 Nov 2021 20:10:17 -0000

Coca Vango is an artist from Atlanta, GA. He rose to stardom in 2016 with records such as “Yesterday” and “Sauce All On Me” (2018). In a new interview on The Progress Report Podcast, Coca speaks on coming up off social media and his phone, dating LightSkin Keisha and appearing on reality TV, knowing his purpose, and business ventures.

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Euro GotIt addresses BoomMan, Authentic Empire, Foogiano, therapy healing, name change, Boosie film

Wed, 03 Nov 2021 19:58:38 -0000

Euro GotIt joins The Progress Report Podcast for his second time to discuss life post Authentic Empire and BoomMan, self-love and going to therapy to heal, changing his name, and acting in Boosie’s ‘My Struggle’ film!

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Landstrip Chip speaks on ghost writing, BabyFace writing him a letter, meeting Gucci, "Thumb" video

Mon, 01 Nov 2021 16:21:05 -0000

https://www.instagram.com/landstripchip/

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CashLife Global discuss ‘CashLife Global Vol 1’ project, Scottdale, GA, Positivity and music

Thu, 28 Oct 2021 22:07:55 -0000

CashLife Global- Collective Assets Shows Honor Letting Imaginations Flow Eternally Gaining Life Opportunities Bettering All Leaders! Meet the young men representing a positive music movement out of Scottdale, Georgia, CashLife Global!

IG: Lavishreallyhim_ , Cashlifeteezy, Ju.left, Hendawg4shoo, Richiedeniro, don0namission

CashLife Global Volume 1:

https://music.apple.com/ae/artist/cashlife-global/1587189737

https://open.spotify.com/album/0kUYHcuGzjhZ7CErGQ7iyJ

Music Videos:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sCLzDU3_ssc

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=86LXzKsW8sU

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y3xTwXjv46w

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Maybaxh Hot speaks on breaking his hand 3x, upcoming boxing match on ESPN, Tracy T brother, rapping

Thu, 21 Oct 2021 15:05:01 -0000

Maybaxh Hot is a boxer from the East side of Atlanta, GA. He is also Tracy T’s older brother and a proud father. On a new episode of The Progress Report Podcast, Maybaxh Hot speaks on preparing for his upcoming debut match on ESPN, being undefeated, overcoming the odds, creating a fanbase, putting on for his city, and more!

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Ray Moon & Beelax discuss “Gia”, sexuality, bad contracts, Drake, passion, womanhood

Sun, 17 Oct 2021 21:15:02 -0000

(0:19) Ray Moon/BeeLax x The Progress Report

(1:26) Support Coming Full Circle

(1:54) Pop Quiz Presented By The Progress Report

(2:46) Pop Quiz Q1: Freestyle Or Write?

(3:56) Pop Quiz Q2: Could You Wife A Groupie?

(6:43) Pop Quiz Q3: Should You Take Care Of Your Family Once You're On?

(8:38) Pop Quiz Q4: If You Could Get Away With Any Crime What Would It Be?

(10:44) Introductions

(11:26) Linking Up

(12:34) New Record “Gia”

(13:58) What Makes A Good Producer

(15:57) The Journey

(18:58) Not Liking The “Gia” Track And BeeLax Journey

(22:42) NBA 2K Deal And Sprite

(26:29) Influences

(28:15) Independence And Work Ethic

(31:48) Project And Album Exclusive Drop Also Bad Contracts

(34:43) Getting Out Of The Contract**

(36:50) Being Open With Your Sexuality

(38:37) New Work “First Song Dirty, Last Song Clean”

(40:23) What Does Progress Mean To You?

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Actor Jasun Jabbar speaks on landing his role on the BMF series, Big Meech narrating series, 50 Cent

Fri, 15 Oct 2021 19:43:46 -0000

Jasun Jabbar Wardlaw — professionally known as JASUN JABBAR — is a triple threat out of Atlantataking the world by storm. JASUN is the son of New York's Hip-Hop Legend Half A Mill. His role as an actor/rapper/producer while carrying the culture of Atlanta makes him effortlessly versatile. JASUN was casted for several Award-Winning season premiers such as Black Lightning (Netflix), Donald Glover’s Atlanta: Robbin Season, as well as newer premieres like Creepshow, Champaigne Ill, and Stargirl.

Soon after his big break, Jasun released his debut, self-produced mixtape “Note to Self” in April 2018 on all digital streaming platforms. The success of the mixtape, created a serious buzz throughout the entertainment industry and city leading up to the release of his highly anticipated debut album, Dangerous Man. Throughout the project, JASUN is acknowledging, and taking on all responsibilities of his truest passions as he states: "I understand how powerful I am, and how I can control, and move

listeners with my voice, so it's important for me to use my voice and my platform the right way every opportunity I take." Dangerous Man is available now on digital streaming platforms.

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TBU Breezy speaks on having PTSD after catching a body, relationship with DThang, Slim Jesus, ChiRaq

Wed, 13 Oct 2021 22:46:46 -0000

“Chicago is about knowing how to move” (TBU Brezzy)

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Jack Thriller talks R Kelly, John Witherspoon, being Superman in Soulja Boy’s “Crank That”, Martin Tour, love life

Sun, 10 Oct 2021 21:44:03 -0000

“I paved the way for Fetty Wap to walk around with his eye out” (Jack Thriller)

Jack Thriller and 4-Ize join The Progress Report Podcast to speak on their upcoming reboot of “16 Or Better”, hosting on 50 Cent’s This Is 50 blog, Sway In The Morning, Wild N Out, and paving their own way as comedic entertainers.

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Sukihana speaks on controversial “P***y Everywhere” video, appearing in “Wap” video, Lil Nas X & Boosie

Thu, 07 Oct 2021 18:11:30 -0000

Sukihana returns to The Progress Report Podcast to speak on her growth as an artist, person, and brand, and exposes the industry.

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Hit Em Up Rondo speaks on signing to T.I.G Records, being a poet, Detroit sound criticism

Mon, 27 Sep 2021 18:09:35 -0000

“I turned my pain into passion” (Hit Em Up Rondo)

22 year old rapper Hit Em Up Rondo visits Lalaa Shepard on The Progress Report Podcast to speak on coming from Sanford, Florida, recently losing his brother, writing his music instead of freestyling and more.

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Mulah DaVinci on learning to have patience as an artist, clothing brand, protecting his peace

Sun, 26 Sep 2021 16:38:32 -0000

Hailing from the rural side of South Carolina has certainly had its affects on Mulah DaVinci’s personality. His laid-back, easy going nature is effortlessly depicted in his music. Mulah is a goal-oriented person, who is focused on both his personal and professional growth, which works wonders for him in the music industry, seen as he easily builds relationships with those around him. Getting into the music business was almost inevitable for Mulah, who’s always enjoyed reading, writing, the story lines, and the wittiness of the word play involved in it. Once he found his rhythm and his inspirations in the Hip Hop/Rap industry the evolution of his career was a natural and unavoidable process. If you, like Mulah DaVinci, feel inspired by Jay-Z and enjoy the early era of hip hop in its prime with an innovating twist, while maintaining its essence, you undoubtedly need to listen to his most recent hit single “Proteck Ya Peace”. This song is more than just a single, DaVinci manages to incorporate the resilience needed to withstand difficult times and maintain your energy despite it all in this hit. Mulah DaVinci has worked with industry legends such as Juugman aka Yung Ralph who had ‘03 major hit single “Look like money”. His next single is in the works and set to be released later this year. Check out his YouTube page for original vlog content, freestyle videos and more of his music as he continues to grow in the Hip Hop/Rap scene. Search for him on your favorite streaming platforms and don’t forget to follow him on social media!

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Lil Wookie addresses if he is still signed to Future/ FBG, Atlanta rapper R5 passing, “Thot Life” with Young Thug

Sun, 26 Sep 2021 15:49:50 -0000

“Its a lot of people depending on me” (Lil Wookie)

Atlanta artist Lil Wookie joins Lalaa Shepard on The Progress Report Podcast to address if he is still signed to Future, the success of “Thot Life” with Young Thug, recently getting engaged, growing up in Lil Mexico (Kirkwood, ATL) and more!

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Yak Gotti speaks on people sleeping on Young Thug, standing on YFN Lucci’s car, ‘Slime Language 2’

Wed, 22 Sep 2021 17:30:42 -0000

*This interview was filmed before Yak Gotti’s most recent legal issues….

Atlanta rapper Yak Gotti sits down with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report Media Group for a second time to speak on life after serving nearly 5 years in prison and coming home to YSL being bigger than life.

“I’m back having fun with music” (Yak Gotti)

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Everyday Sunny speaks on cutting hair for Lil Baby, Money Man, catching Covid in prison, becoming an artist

Sun, 19 Sep 2021 20:24:47 -0000

“I’m a hustler”

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Butla Jones speaks on visiting Boosie’s estate for a feature, Juvenile comparisons, Steppa Music

Mon, 13 Sep 2021 17:46:54 -0000

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AP The Psyko speaks on leaving her kid to pursue music, relationship with PnB Rock, living with PTSD

Mon, 13 Sep 2021 17:14:00 -0000

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Rich Homie Quan talks getting kidnapped by Gucci for 3 days, Bow Wow influence, Young Thug new music

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 21:39:33 -0000

“I’m back dropping music, nothing is holding me down, I’m back to telling my story”

In a new edition of Conversations with Lalaa, Lalaa Shepard catches up with Atlanta native Rich Homie Quan to speak about his come up doing open mics, his first big break with “Type of Way”, hating his most popular song to date, “Flex (Ooh, Ooh, Ooh)”,

changes in the music industry since 2013, fatherhood, and more.

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Peso Montana speaks on “Hit That MF” song and dance, open mics to paid shows, child support & twins

Thu, 02 Sep 2021 23:11:03 -0000

Peso Montana is a young inspiring artist out Tucker, GA. He was born in Los Angeles and moved to Stone Mountain at the age of 3.Peso Montana has been doing music since the age of 12 as he started off recording music at home and performing at local talent shows and open mics. He has dropped over 180 plus videos and music. Peso Montana is currently pushing his single called “Hit That MF “ produced by DEMONCHILD (his main producer) along with his dance “The Hit That MF” which has been going viral. Peso recently made his debut at The Progress Report Podcast to speak on his journey, twin boys, linking with T Hood, and more!

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Kove breaks down if she is signed to Rick Ross/ MMG, struggles being in a male dominated industry

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 18:51:51 -0000

Kimberly DaCosta better know by her stage name, Kové, born in the island of Jamaica but raised in Brooklyn New York. As a young artist she has already made an impact in the biggest music hubs in North America: Atlanta, Miami, LA, and New York. In 2019 Kové was based out of Atlanta when she caught the attention of Thomas “TomCat” Bennett a staple within Maybach Music Group. Tom quickly saw Kovés ability to ascent to the top of this industry, and it wasn’t long before rap legend Rick Ross gave his full Co-Sign. At the end of 2019 Kové dropped her first single “Scrub” off of her upcoming EP this record showcases Kové’s tenacious rapping style and songwriting abilities. “Scrub” was immediately embraced by the DJ community and put in rotation to be heard in clubs and on a few radio stations. Most recently her single was picked up by prominent Atlanta radio station, Hot 107.9 where she also conducted an in- station interview. While “Scrub” continues to grow into 2020 so does Kové . Her first EP, “So Saucy” is set to release in summer of this year, followed by her cameo in “Coming 2 America” set to hit the big screen in August. Letting her current trajectory speak for itself Kové is an artist of the future, determined to leave her mark.

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Autumn Marini speaks on getting co-signed by Barry Hankerson, writing, Aaliyah comparisons

Wed, 25 Aug 2021 17:10:26 -0000

“I’m the voice of females”

During an intimate listening event at Barry Hankerson’s estate, Autumn performed and premiered music from her upcoming project. After the listening event, songstress Autumn Marini speaks about her upbringing, musical influences, womanhood, and more with Lalaa Shepard in a new edition of Conversations with Lalaa. Autumn Marini is now the first lady of the rebooted Blackground Records in partnership with Empire.

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Kima from the R&B group Total speaks about life after Total, Bad Boy Reunion, Soul Food Soundtrack

Wed, 25 Aug 2021 17:03:59 -0000

“Everything comes full circle”

Total (Kima, Keisha, and Pam) is an R&B group known for hit records such as “Kissin’ You”, “Can’t You See”, “What About Us”, and “Trippin’”. They rose to fame in the 90s and were a major contribution to the Hip Hop culture. Kima recently moved to Georgia and stopped by Coalition DJs New Music Mondays at Stankonia Studios to speak to Lalaa Shepard from The Progress Report Podcast about how Total began, gaining confidence in herself overtime, offers advice to upcoming artists about remaining independent, Bad Boy, rediscovering her purpose, reality TV, and life after Total.

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Dwight of 30 Day Flip Brothers speaks on becoming a better man after serving prison time, real estate

Fri, 20 Aug 2021 00:32:49 -0000

Dwight L. Price was born and raised in Lincoln Heights, Ohio which was founded in the 1920s by property developers as a suburban enclave for black homeowners working in nearby industries. As his mother’s oldest child, Dwight had to take on the responsibility of his family at a young age due to some of the poor choices made by his parents. As a teen and young adult, Dwight made some choices that led him to spend over 17 years in prison. As 1 Corinthians 13:11 states “when I was a child, I spake as a child, understood as a child, thought as a child, but when I became a man, I put away childish things.

When Dwight got home, he was immediately put in a position that he needed to care for his family. So, he, along with his brother started A Priceless Renovation which is a construction company that branched from them doing janitorial work. as the company grew, they started buying investment properties and opened The APR investment Group in 2019. He quickly put his proven street smarts and hustle mentality to use, making him highly successful in the real estate game.

Dwight has always been passionate about his family and his community. He is a leader among men, and a pillar in his family. He believes that its easier to build strong children than to repair broken adults as Frederick Douglass said. As a result, he sought out opportunities to give back to youth. Whether it was a gas station conversation or speaking at a school. One of his main priorities is to preventing others from making the mistakes he made as a young man.

Dwight believes, no matter your beginnings, you can turn your life around for the better and he has a story that epitomizes that very fact. He and his team have spent the year traveling and learning from some of the best real estate moguls, change agents and entrepreneurs across the country and he is ready to tell his story.

The Building Wealth Conference is an intense conference that is full of invaluable information. We will cover all topics to help you make, manage, and multiply your money such as the tips and tricks necessary to build a business, start in real estate, learn to build credit, business funding and much more.

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Sleepy Rose addresses the misconceptions of being signed to a major label, adjusting to fame, 2 Chainz

Thu, 19 Aug 2021 14:10:09 -0000

A tough and turbulent upbringing in the Atlanta neighborhood of Godby Road-Old National College Park molded Sleepy Rose and encouraged him to blossom into a formidable MC who translates his struggles into stories. Locked up for two years, he started rapping by tapping out a beat anywhere—from on his chest to the doors and walls of the jail. Upon his release, he turned heads with his first YouTube upload “Gangsta.” Following the death of his sister whom the family referred to as Rose, he tattooed a rose on his face in tribute and as a reminder: “We rose up out of the gutter. A rose keeps going high too.” He sharpened a signature sound punctuated by local lingo on “Where You From,” “Striking” and “Mhmm.” Growing up on the same block as Hott LockedN, 2 Chainz flew both MCs to Los Angeles for an explosive session and signed them both to T.R.U. (The Real University) in 2019. T.R.U. provides a home to a rising vanguard of hip-hop talent and posits a platform for personal success as well. In partnership with Atlantic Records, the Atlanta-based label imprint includes flagship artists: Skooly, WORL, Hott LockedN, and Sleepy Rose. Sleepy Rose made his proper debut on the compilation Looking Like It Records with the single “Shoot It Out” ft. 2 Chainz, WORL and Hott LockedN. “Our A&R showed me Sleepy Rose,” recalls 2 Chainz. “I was seeing the visuals and hearing the music. I noticed he had the look, but he really had the music. He came from nothing, and I knew he could make an impact.”

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Tue, 17 Aug 2021 23:14:45 -0000

Rose Leek is an independent artist originally from New York now residing in Atlanta. In a recent interview with Lalaa Shepard on The Progress Report Podcast, Rose Leek shares his thoughts on the Dipset and The Lox Verzuz, differences from NYC to ATL, industry relationships with Lil Quill, Madd Marc, Baby Plug, Mak Sauce, Money Mu, taking music seriously, balancing fatherhood, and co-parenting.

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Jiggs speaks on obtaining his college degree while balancing being an artist & making music for all generations

Tue, 17 Aug 2021 16:28:40 -0000

Jiggs is a South Atlanta up and coming lyricist whose music bridges not just the generational gap in just Atlanta but in the underground and mainstream worlds of the genre period. He’s been rapping seriously since January 2019 and has been wowing anyone who could get their hands onto his music, freestyles, or videos. Jiggs has managed to accumulate well over 100,000 Streams in his first year of music with listeners all over the globe. In 2019 he released three projects (Mr. Perfect, 2 Live & Die in the A, & No Hooks W/ T.O. Green) staying extremely consistent with quality products that fans and supporters cant decide on as his best. Jiggs music paints the picture of a young man with NY roots but a strong Atlanta background that’s nothing like what we are used to seeing or hearing that’s confident and relieved to be in a lane of his own. Recently, after a brief hiatus he followed up with his full length debut, “Southside’s Hope, Vol.1: Let’s Hoop”, a cult classic in the making. A generational talent that could potentially be a world renowned name, in due time.

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DJ Westside & Jaymo discuses their Harp Szn platform

Mon, 16 Aug 2021 21:10:26 -0000

American songwriter, artist, filmmaker, Dj, actor, and content creator. Born in Atlanta, Ga Gregory Edwards aka Dj Westside was raised on a street named Ashby near Simpson Rd and The Bluff which is now known as the english avenue community. While being surrounded by crime, drugs, violence and other negative influences Westside always wanted to do something to help his family and would express himself through making music. He took his closet in a ran down apartment and transformed it into a recording booth and every talent from the neighborhood would come to rap and make records. Some of those artist would later become great names being acts like Young Scooter, Rich Homie Quan, 24 Heavy and others. Westside would keep working on music all the way up until he moved out of his dad’s apartment to eventually build his own studio and take on the title as a Producer / Artist. Things were up and down with music until two of Westside’s mentors Greg Taylor and Theophilus “Chip” Glass would introduce him to Xavier Hargrove (Dj Big X) who was the Ceo Of The Coalition Djs. After being introduced to X, Westside found himself becoming more involved with being a Dj more than a producer & artist as he would start gigging in clubs and producing on the side. This would be the start of something amazing, with the influence of the Coalition Djs who are currently some of the most influential figures in the music industry Westside’s career would become bigger than he could imagine. Westside would go from a Dj in the club to a Dj and filmmaker traveling the world with some of the biggest names in the game. Westside’s first american tour would be with artists Kevin Gates, and Solo Lucci, following that he would meet Jamal Inman who introduced him to international superstar Akon who later become a big brother figure. After years of being in the mix with Akon and various other huge names Westside decided to start mentoring himself. He met a young man by the Name of Jaymo who he saw much potential in and reminded him of himself so he started working him and they both began producing artists together, Jaymo had a talent with the harp instrument and Westside who was already a filmmaker gave them both a great idea, “you play the harp and I will record it”....This idea would grow from just a thought to a platform where artist could perform and display their talents acoustically. They would call this platform Harp Szn. Present day Westside is doing the things he loves daily, working with artists, staying connected and is the owner of a few companies. Westside quotes “ With being where i’m from to where i am today i know it’s a blessing, i just want to help others grow and continue to follow this journey with God as my lead....Anything is possible with faith and hard work.”

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504 Domo speaks on getting shot 5 times and losing his best friend in front of him

Wed, 11 Aug 2021 01:58:13 -0000

504 Domo is a rapper from Louisiana who has had one foot in and out of music. He has a background playing basketball but decided to pursue a full-time career in music after major life changes including losing his best friend to violence. During the interview 504 Domo shares why he doesn’t smoke or drink, breaks down the differences between New Orleans & Baton Rouge, talks music with MoneyBagg Yo, overcoming Hurricane Katrina, and more.

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J Money wants to do a celebrity boxing match with Soulja Boy and says he supports the gay community

Mon, 09 Aug 2021 17:27:01 -0000

“I ain't never stopped getting show requests/ inquiries”

Mr Futuristic AKA J Money recently made his debut on The Progress Report Podcast to speak on his come up in the early 2000s with Bases Loaded Records, making the word “BOW” a trend to artists such as Megan Thee Stallion, losing his mother opening his eyes to how short life is, being embraced by new age rappers such as Gunna, Lil Migo, Young Thug, Lil Uzi Vert, Bobby Fishscale, and more!

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Shine Willis discusses dating a C.O. in prison, Love After Lockup, being mistaken for a man

Fri, 06 Aug 2021 17:55:47 -0000

Rising Savanah, GA artist Shine Willis recently visited The Progress Report Podcast to share her wild story about her upbringing, having one foot in school and basketball and the other in the streets. During the interview, Shine speaks on serving prison time, dating the C.O. while locked up, taking over 3 years to learn how to walk after getting shot, and eventually getting into music.

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Mr Hanky speaks on complications producing City Girls “Twerkulator”, says Soulja Boy put on Nicki Minaj first

Sun, 01 Aug 2021 17:58:11 -0000

Super producer Mr Hanky recently visited The Progress Report Podcast to speak on his extensive career as a DJ and a music producer coming up in Atlanta under the wing of Mr Collipark. During the interview, Mr Hanky speaks on producing early records for Soulja Boy, V.I.C., Lil Duval, and most recently City Girls “Twerkulator” which he reveals was recorded in 2019.

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Gabbii speaks on the politics of being on American Idol, recording with Layzie Bone of Bone Thugs-N- Harmony

Thu, 29 Jul 2021 17:10:36 -0000

Gabbii Jones was first introduced to the world on the biggest stage in

America, American Idol. The former American Idol contestant electrified the competition with her enormous voice and her dynamic multi-dimensional artistry that impressed audiences across the world. Born and raised in Saint Louis, Missouri she is a trained stage actress, dancer and vocalist appearing in plays since the age of seven. Gabbii has been singing since the age of three and acting since the age of seven. She’s lent her vocals to projects from Bone Thugs N Harmony’s Krayzie Bone, Freebandz Casino and many more. She has also starred in Publix commercials through an agency by the name of jpervis and has worked along side Kendra C Johnson. From phat girls she even had private dance lesson from Rkellys ex wife Drea Kelly so you see she is indeed a triple threat. Her current focus is releasing her debut single.

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F.L.Y. & Easton speak on paying $75 for “Swag Surfin” beat, Lil Wayne freestyle, song bigger than group

Mon, 26 Jul 2021 17:33:13 -0000

“Swag Surfin is not a dance song”

Atlanta artists F.L.Y. & Easton stopped by The Progress Report Podcast to speak on their timeless record “Swag Surfin” and the song becoming bigger than the group. During the interview, F.L.Y. & Easton addresses misconceptions about the group and the dance and speak on having to drop out of Highschool because the song was so big.

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Murph (Alani Taylor) speaks on styling Da Baby's daughter dress for the Grammys, Beyonce, hardships

Sun, 25 Jul 2021 18:14:35 -0000

Timeekah Murphy is a celebrity designer and the owner of Alani Taylor, a luxury streetwear brand that launched in 2016 after the birth of her daughter Alani Taylor Murphy. You may have already seen some of her designs since her work has already been featured on A-listers like Beyoncé, Cardi B and DaBaby since making her mark on fashion. Her fashion story begins in 2010, when she taught herself how to sew while serving in the military for 12 years. Fashion was not something that she grew up with, but was rather something that “fell in her lap.” Even as a novice to the field, Murphy knew that she wanted to be a “going against the grain type of designer.” Through her designs, Murphy has gone beyond genders, labels, and trends. She instead designs based on the confidence she wants to bring out in others, both men and women. Stylewise, she loves mixing colors and patterns, especially ones that most people would not put together in an outfit, to create androgynous, statement looks. In 2018 she hit her first big break when she did a collaboration with Deviant La Vie for Beyoncé’s Spirit and Bigger videos for the Lion King soundtrack. Followed by the talked about custom fit for Cardi B’s MTV awards appearance. In 2019 Murphy launched a collaboration collection called The Zenith Experience during LA fashion week that blew everyone’s mind. Not only did the collection leave a mark on LA fashion week, but it also caught the attention of Beyoncé once again. Beyoncé’s stylist Zerina Aikens requested that the full collection be sent over to her for Beyoncé’s next project Black is King. Through this unpredictable experience, Murphy also got to connect with DaBaby in 2021 for the Grammys to design a dress for his daughter’s red carpet appearance. DaBaby was amazed by her ambition and drive, and and interested in a collaboration for a streetwear collection, with the release date to be determined. Her most recent project will involve her competing on a reality TV show on HBO called The Hype, in which streetwear designers will compete against each other in different challenges, similar to Project Runway. Offset is set to be one of the judges and creators l. Right after filming wraps up for the competition, Murphy plans to bring a more vibrant fashion scene to Atlanta, Georgia by opening up an Alani Taylor style house.

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RoadRunner TB speaks on viral success, Cincinnati, tearing his ACL, losing money at the casino

Thu, 22 Jul 2021 22:54:17 -0000

Growing up on the East Side of Cincinnati, life wasn't easy for Roadrunner TB. Brought up by his grandma, TB lived in the infamous Saint Ledgers Apartment Buildings. From a young age he knew that his only options were to either play sports or sell drugs, making it inevitable for TB to get involved in the streets. Gifted in basketball and football, he soon realized his chances to go pro were slim after tearing his ACL. As a kid, TB began freestyling and recording with friends and collaborators from his neighborhood. While balancing minimum wage jobs and college, TB began “road running” hoping to carve out a better life for his young daughter. Being the realist that he is, he became conscious that rap would be his only way out of Evanston. TB locked in the studio and completed “STL Stories" and dropped the viral hit “33”. As one of Cinematic Music Group’s brightest stars, TB hopes to put Cincinnati and his “blender music” on the map.

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Lil Hott discusses attending college, viral song & dance “Off The Porch”, Memphis roots

Thu, 15 Jul 2021 22:16:14 -0000

Rising Memphis, Tennessee rapper Lil Hott made his debut on The Progress Report Podcast to speak on balancing college life and his new music career, his viral song and dance to “Off The Porch”, water brand, allergies, and more.

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Jose Guapo speaks on QC’s roster, Quavo taking Saweetie’s Bentley, slowing down on drugs, awards

Mon, 12 Jul 2021 19:52:27 -0000

“I don’t feel like people really listen to my music…. They don’t hear what I actually be saying and how I put it together” ~ Jose Guapo

Jose Guapo returns to The Progress Report Podcast to share his thoughts on 2021 rappers, his relationships with past collab artists, paying for sex, growth, and more!

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QuinceLu speaks on being an immigrant, learning English through rapping, being authentic

Sat, 10 Jul 2021 17:47:54 -0000

QuinceLu is an artist originally from Columbia raised in Florida. On a new edition of The Progress Report Podcast, QuinceLu shares what makes him different from other rappers which is the fact he is an immigrant whose first language was Spanish and he taught himself English through rapping. Check out his story!

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St Louis artist Rezz speaks on playing football at Ohio State, styling athletes, Turn Me Up Josh

Fri, 09 Jul 2021 16:51:43 -0000

Rezz recently stopped by The Progress Report Podcast to speak on his experience attending college, support from his hometown, transitioning from sports to music full-time, and his dating life.

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Tokyo Vanity talks double standards for female rappers, depression, sex life, new project with Zaytoven

Wed, 07 Jul 2021 15:55:34 -0000

Tokyo Vanity is an alum guest at The Progress Report Podcast as she visited the show 3 years ago before making her debut to VH1’s Love & Hip Hop Atlanta. Today she returns to the show to speak on her new endeavors, leaving reality television in her past, dealing with depression after losing her brother, breaking up with her boyfriend, and new music with Bubba Doran and Zaytoven.

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DohLyfe speaks on launching his clothing brand, living with Crohn’s Disease, overcoming poverty

Sat, 03 Jul 2021 15:33:36 -0000

“Trap n***a with some shoes”

DohLyfe is an entrepreneur and clothing brand owner from Louisville, Kentucky. During a new episode of The Progress Report Podcast, DohLyfe speaks on overcoming his rough childhood, selling candy as a youngster inspiring him to become an entrepreneur, living with Crohn’s Disease, and offers advice to aspiring designers.

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Rocklife Zho speaks on becoming a first time dad, seeing his brother get killed, not caring about co-signs

Thu, 01 Jul 2021 20:19:18 -0000

Rocklife Zho joined The Progress Report Podcast to speak on moving from Augusta, Georgia to Atlanta to pursue his rap career, receiving major co-signs, fatherhood, and offers advice to cope with death.

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Pimpin of Dem Franchize Boyz calls out Diamond, Bow Wow Verzuz performance, “White Tee” backstory

Mon, 28 Jun 2021 17:07:47 -0000

Pimpin recently joined The Progress Report Podcast to speak about his rough upbringing with his mom and having to hold down his household at an early age forcing him to be a man as a teen. He admits that he only got into music because of his bandmate Parlae and they would eventually form Dem Franchize Boyz known for massive hit records such as “White Tee”, “Lean wit It, Rock with It”, and “Oh, I Think They Like Me”, which he just performed at the Bow Wow and Soulja Boy Verzuz battle.

During the interview, Pimpin shares untold stories about the music and speaks on the status of his current relationship with the other bandmates. Pimpin also calls out Diamond and WE TV for negatively portraying him on this past season of Growing Up Hip Hop and says how it’s affecting his custody battle.

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Fat Nasty Podcast speaks on bum females, sugar daddies, & balancing love lives

Fri, 25 Jun 2021 16:25:25 -0000

Rich and Fat Nasty of The Fat Nasty Podcast recently stopped by The Progress Report Podcast to speak on their start in the Podcast industry, raunchy guests and topics, balancing their personal lives with business, and everything in between!

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Qri calls out Hot 107.9 ATL and Radio One for racial injustice, talks about her 3 month fast

Sat, 19 Jun 2021 16:21:29 -0000

Qri, also known as Questions with Qri is a journalist turned activist who has been protesting against Radio One and Hot 107.9 Atlanta for treating African Americans unfairly and for having a white man run Atlanta’s number 1 urban station. On a new episode of The Progress Report, Qri shares her story and speaks on receiving silent support for other past and current employees.

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Test speaks on signing to Future, Challenges Of Having Twins Overseas, Appearing in The Wire

Wed, 16 Jun 2021 17:51:54 -0000

Baltimore artist Test stops by The Progress Report Podcast to speak on signing to Future, The Wire, having kids overseas, and new music.

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Jay Fizzle addresses being signed to his cousin Young Dolph, having 14 kids, leaving the streets

Wed, 09 Jun 2021 16:33:58 -0000

Paper Route Empire artist Jay Fizzle joins The Progress Report Podcast to share what its like being signed to his older cousin Young Dolph, coming up in Memphis, having 14 kids and 13 baby mothers, life lessons after being locked up several times as a teenager, and people impersonating him on Facebook.

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Euro GotIt speaks on stereotypes of being raised in the church, Foogiano sentence, music with Future & Lil Baby

Mon, 07 Jun 2021 16:43:48 -0000

“I was I church at 9 but 17 I was shooting at you”

Euro GotIt joins The Progress Report Podcast to speak about his new album ‘FOREIGN 4EVER’, beating 2 life sentences, love life, and manifestation.

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Shawty Lo JR shares how he learned about his fathers death, receiving his D4L chain, 12 siblings

Thu, 03 Jun 2021 17:09:00 -0000

“I am the son of the King Shawty Lo”

Shawty Lo JR stopped by The Progress Report Podcast to speak about his new music, life before and after Shawty Lo became famous, losing both of his parents, and his strained relationship with his other siblings.

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Million Dolla Mag talks about serving 4 years in prison, new music with Asian Doll & Zaytoven

Fri, 28 May 2021 16:59:33 -0000

Million Dolla Mag is a rapper and entrepreneur originally from LA, now based in Tampa, Florida. On a new episode of The Progress Report Podcast, Million Dolla Mag speaks on his recent prison bid, reseting his mindset, getting into music and influences, and new music with Asian Doll and Zaytoven.

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King Duece talks about starring in ‘Conflicted’ film with Benny The Butcher, Netflix VS Amazon Prime

Fri, 28 May 2021 16:36:00 -0000

King Duece is a filmmaker, author, and director. In a new episode of The Progress Report, King Duece speaks on serving a 7 year sentence stemming from a 10 year bid, changing his mindset, trusting the process, creating a soundtrack for each project, and his upcoming film ‘Finesse’.

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Shiggy & JuneBug speak on Drake, SpotemGotEm, Bobby Shmurda, life before fame, acting

Thu, 27 May 2021 17:00:59 -0000

“Instagram made me make something of myself” ~ Shiggy

Shiggy and JuneBug are arguably 2 of the biggest influencers of the culture as they impacted the world with their dances and great energy. Shiggy known for his “Shiggy challenge”, rose to stardom in 2018 when his dance went viral and even landed him a cameo in Drake’s “In My Feelings” music video. JuneBug went viral in 2021 after creating the “JuneBug challenge” and helping skyrocket SpotEmGotEm’s “Beat Box” song. On a new episode of The Progress Report Podcast, Shiggy and JuneBug discuss their upcoming dance battle, life before becoming famous, Bobby Shmurda influence, not getting paid from artists, dating life, and everything in between!

“The dude I was in Highschool, I didn’t dance at all” ~ JuneBug

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Money Mu discusses pushing “Hittin” for 4 years, remix with Foogiano & MoneyBagg Yo, never losing faith

Mon, 24 May 2021 17:32:15 -0000

Money Mu is an alumni guest to The Progress Report Podcast. On this episode, Money Mu discusses pushing his hit single “Hitting” since 2017, signing to Authentic Empire (AE), music with Pooh Shiesty, Foogiano, and Money Mu, and Covid-19 impact.

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Geezy Escobar talks about his joint mixtape with Foogiano, thoughts on his sentence, Backwood challenge

Sun, 23 May 2021 19:11:41 -0000

Geezy Escobar joins The Progress Report Podcast to speak on his joint mixtape ‘Backwood Boyz’ with Foogiano, signing to Authentic Empire, relocating to Atlanta from Akron, Ohio, and his $1,000 Backwood challenge.

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BoomMan reacts to Foogiano’s 5 year prison sentence, explains why he charges for everything, AE

Fri, 21 May 2021 17:26:33 -0000

“When you learn about business, business is a team sport”

BoomMan is an entrepreneur, past artist and party promoter, CEO, father, and has served in the army. On a new episode of The Progress Report Podcast, BoomMan discusses being behind the snap movement and futuristic movement with K-Rab and K.E. on the track, launching Authentic Empire (AE) in 2017, signing Euro GotIt, Foogiano, Money Mu, YSN, AG Lotti, and Geezy Escobar, understanding money, credit and debt, and offers tips for longevity.

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Lil Scrappy talks about adjusting to different eras in music, his thoughts rewatching Love & Hip Hop episodes

Mon, 17 May 2021 01:11:27 -0000

Atlanta rapper Lil Scrappy made his rise to stardom during the crunk era of music alongside Lil Jon and acts like Crime Mob and Trillville. With songs like “Head Bussa” and “No Problems”, Lil Scrappy became recognized as the Prince of the South. He would eventually link with other Hip Hop acts and labels such as 50 Cent, Young Buck, G-Unit, Ludacris, and DTP to further establish his position as a rapper. In 2021, Lil Scrappy transitioned to reality television and made his debut on Love & Hip Hop Atlanta. He has been on the show ever since and on a new episode of The Progress Report Podcast, Lil Scrappy discusses his thoughts rewatching past episodes, coming up on 106& Park, fatherhood, relationships with other rappers, growing up with Momma Dee, and more!

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Scotty ATL speaks on unreleased music with Bankroll Fresh, Grillz by Scotty success, issues with “Rachet” song

Wed, 12 May 2021 16:56:29 -0000

“I got rich in corona”

Scotty ATL is an alumni guest of The Progress Report Podcast and a well respected creative who has been on 7 national tours, also he has been seen on been on BET, 106&Park, MTV, Revolt, and heard on several radio stations. During this sit down interview, Scotty ATL reflects on his Atlanta roots, speaks about being a rapper and entrepreneur, owning Grillz by Scotty, ‘Trappin Gold’ album, and getting rich during COVID.

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Chase The Money discusses working with J Cole and the Dreamville producer sessions

Fri, 07 May 2021 16:51:46 -0000

“you gotta stay dedicated and go through the bullshit”

Chase The Money is a music producer from St. Louis. On a new episode of The Progress Report Podcast, Chase speaks on producing since age 14, relocating to Atlanta to advance his career, admiring the work of Lex Luger, Metro, C Note, working with Valee, Yaya Gang, Chopsquad DJ, J Cole, the importance of staying down, and offers advice to upcoming music producers.

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Lantana speaks on the success of his 2012 single “All Hustle, No Luck” and signing to RCA instead of Rick Ross

Wed, 28 Apr 2021 16:42:42 -0000

Lantana is an artist from Cincinnati, Ohio. In 2012 he released his debut single “All Hustle, No Luck” produced by Young Ex which gained mainstream success and eventually landed him a major deal with RCA/ Polo Grounds Music. On his first interview on The Progress Report Podcast, Lantana opens up about getting Yo Gotti, Bun B, and Pusha T on his “All Hustle, No Luck” single, writing his first song in the 7th grade, adjusting to life after serving a 4 year prison bid, independent grind, and new music.

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K9 Uno, Matmiie, Lil Raida & Vlone Kobe talk about Unstoppable Sound and new music

Tue, 27 Apr 2021 19:11:03 -0000

Meet the artists of Unstoppable Sound! In a new edition of The Progress Report on the go interviews, the artists talk coming together, their musical influences, backgrounds in music, and compilation album.

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Big Maddie Mad talks about stereotypes of being a white female rapper, sexuality, and background in church

Mon, 26 Apr 2021 16:39:22 -0000

Big Maddie Mad is a rapper originally from the Bay Area, California. She moved to Tallahassee, Florida in Highschool and now she lives in Atlanta. She grew up rapping in her fathers church and her family still supports her music today. During her first appearance on The Progress Report Podcast, Big Maddie Mad speaks on her sexuality, trending on TikTok, finding confidence in her music, and working with Pap Chanel.

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J Got Da Juice talks coming from Springfield, Illinois, working with Trapboy Freddy, Starlito, & Sauce Walka

Wed, 21 Apr 2021 14:30:42 -0000

J Got Da Juice talks about his upbringing being influenced by Gucci Mane and Yo Gotti , Money Makin Empire movement, introduces his artist Whitney L, the independent grind, and lessons he’s learned from Trapboy Freddy, Starlito, and Sauce Walka.

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Young Cooley addresses if he is signed to Jeezy, Teejayx6 stealing a picture, coming up with Rich Kidz

Mon, 19 Apr 2021 18:04:25 -0000

“Ive been looking like a major artist my whole life and I ain't been major yet, its coming”

Atlanta artist Young Cooley is a return guest to The Progress Report platform. During this interview, Young Cooley speaks on his extensive history as a rapper, coming up before Rich Kidz and helping with their music and brand, artists stealing his sauce, Teejayx6 stealing a picture of his money and Playstatons, relationship with Jeezy, upcoming EP, ‘Let’s Pop It Then’, and Pop or Die (POD) record label.

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AR Skip talks about DMX influence, transition from the Virgin Island to the states, BKBX Ent

Fri, 16 Apr 2021 00:08:07 -0000

New York rapper AR Skip stops by The Progress Report Podcast to speak on his BKBX Entertainment label, background in St. Croix, Virgin Islands, getting into music and more.

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DJ Steel talks breaking “Pull up wit ah stick” song, Lil Marlo death, importance of plaques

Mon, 12 Apr 2021 16:15:20 -0000

“I help people get where they need to be”

DJ Steel is arguably one of the hottest DJs in the streets of Atlanta, GA. During his first sit down on The Progress Report Podcast, DJ Steel discusses the changes in the music scene in Atlanta, coming up DJing college parties, his close relationships with DJ Plugg and Marlo (RIP), artist etiquette tips when approaching a DJ, compares plaques to Grammys, and talks about his independent label and studio in Atlanta.

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Cashy Facts talks missing our first interview after being a high speed chase GTA mission

Fri, 09 Apr 2021 19:57:16 -0000

Cashy Facts is a rapper signed to Cash Runner Records, an independent label based in Atlanta, GA. On a new episode of The Progress Report, Cashy Facts talks growing up Zone 3 Atlanta, GA, making trap music, losing his older brother to gun violence, with Zaytoven and X.O., and PROGRESS!

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41 Lil Jay talks about his music going viral on TikTok and being in a relationship with another artist

Mon, 05 Apr 2021 20:06:00 -0000

41 Lil Jay is an artist from the Southside of Atlanta. On a new episode of The Progress Report Podcast, 41 Lil Jay speaks on being inspired by Lil Baby and Young Thug, going viral on TikTok, dating an artist, switching to music from playing basketball, and progress.

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Big Lex talks about being on Joseline’s Cabaret TV show, other rappers calling themselves BIG

Mon, 29 Mar 2021 17:20:13 -0000

Big Lex is an artist from Columbia, South Carolina. She has been recording music since a young child and is influenced musically by Nicki Minaj, Trina, and Lil Kim. On a new episode of The Progress Report Podcast, Big Lex talks about collaborating with DJ Chose, interest in working with Mulatto, Coi Leray, Rubi Rose, City Girls, and appearing on Joseline’s reality show.

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Clay James speaks on never officially signing to Snoop, Playas Club Label, importance of marketing

Thu, 25 Mar 2021 15:44:02 -0000

“You got to have some paper, your obligations got sh*t to take care of”

Savannah, Georgia artist Clay James is a returning guest on The Progress Report Podcast and a proud supporter of TPR Media Group! During this sit down, Clay James speaks on his newly formed record label, Playas Club Music Group, addresses his alleged contract with Snoop Dogg, speaks on the benefits of pledging Kappa, balancing love, family, and music, the independent grind, upcoming film role, and getting the youth to vote.

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J1 speaks on being the director of Hip Hop at Pandora, graduating from being a DJ, NYC to ATL adjustment

Mon, 22 Mar 2021 14:57:00 -0000

“Being a DJ wasn’t a career move for me, I always knew I would have to graduate out of it”

PosterChild “J1” is the program director, director of Hip Hop at Pandora, and a radio personality for Sirius XM. During his first time on The Progress Report Podcast, J1 details his come up, New York roots, being inspired by the likes of Diddy, Funkmaster Flex, DJ SNS, and DJ Clue, relocating to Atlanta to be a DJ, introducing him to a new sound and style - southern Hip Hop, transitioning to radio, tips for longevity, and artists on the come up.

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Richie Re speaks on Flint’s water conditions, womanhood, issues being an artist in a relationship

Wed, 17 Mar 2021 18:58:23 -0000

Returning guest Richie Re stops by The Progress Report Podcast to speak about her new music, supporting other women, her hometown Flint, Michigan and their poor water conditions, the importance of the DJs, and industry people not wanting to work after they find out she’s in a relationship.

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Don’t Fold Entertainment talks Richmond, VA music scene, new tape with Bigga Rankin

Thu, 11 Mar 2021 17:48:17 -0000

Independent label, Don’t Fold Entertainment (HBK JohnDoe, Mack Ben Widdit, EZ Longway) introduce their music and campaign on The Progress Report Podcast.

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Zed Zilla speaks on his relationship with Yo Gotti, the current CMG roster, new Memphis vs OGs

Mon, 08 Mar 2021 18:47:10 -0000

Zed Zilla AKA the South Memphis landlord chops it up with Lalaa Shepard in a new edition of Conversations with Lalaa about coming up in Memphis, Tennessee, growing up around Playa Fly, DJ Paul, Gangsta Blac, mixtapes, CMG, Yo Gotti relationship, his relationships with other Memphis rappers, and new project ‘Eviction Notice’.

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“Sometimes I wish I would’ve kept DJing” 1Playy speaks on life after the success of “Nascar”

Fri, 05 Mar 2021 17:50:43 -0000

1Playy is an artist from Atlanta, GA. He is a returning guest to The Progress Report Podcast and this time he brought his music producer, Ashton Leroux, who is also a DJ for Magic City Strip Club. During the episode, the guys speak about their new project ‘King Rachet’, COVID impact, and their thoughts after Gucci Mane & Megan Thee Stallion dropped “Big Booty” after 1Playy and JahJah released “Get Wit It” song.

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Tommy Boi Wayne talks getting arrested at 11 years old, choosing Quando Rondo feature over King Von

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 00:08:19 -0000

Tommy Boi Wayne is an artist from Florida. He just started rapping 9 months ago and credits Lil Baby as his main musical influence. During an interview on The Progress Report Podcast, Tommy Boi Wayne speaks on his new single “Demons” with HotBoii and working with Quavo Rondo.

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Gudda Gudda speaks on supporting Wayne through Birdman fallout, says B.G. might be free, Sqad Up

Mon, 22 Feb 2021 17:06:40 -0000

New Orleans rapper Gudda Gudda opens up in his first interview in years with Lalaa Shepard in a new edition of Conversations with Lalaa presented by The Progress Report. During the virtual interview, Gudda Gudda speaks on his hiatus from music, new project ‘7 Slugs’, and credits Lil Wayne, Hot Boyz, Juvenile, Soulja Slim, Dipset, The Lox, The Game, and Snoop as some of his musical influences. Gudda Gudda also speaks on his first time meeting Lil Wayne, forming Sqad Up, Cash Money, Young Money early days, and hints that B.G. might actually be free. Gudda Gudda also recalls supporting Lil Wayne through his public feud with Birdman and surviving Hurricane Katrina and COVID.

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Neffe shares her thoughts on the Keyshia Cole & Ashanti Verzuz, OT Genasis, issues with Iyanla Vanzant calling her a guttersnipe

Fri, 19 Feb 2021 19:52:47 -0000

Neffe returns to The Progress Report Podcast for her second interview to speak about embracing the single life at age 41, losing her father on her birthday, motherhood, transitioning from television to radio, her relationship with her mother Frankie, Keyshia Cole & Ashanti Verzuz battle, and her issues with Iyanla Vanzant.

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Lil Jay talks forming Crime Mob, Diamond and Princess falling out, “Juju on the Beat” sampling “Knuck if you Buck”

Mon, 15 Feb 2021 16:55:30 -0000

On a new edition of Conversations with Lalaa presented by The Progress Report, Lil Jay of Crime Mob tells the story of forming Ellenwood Area, Georgia (Atlanta) based group Crime Mob. The Hip Hop/ Crunk group created notable records such as “Knuck if you Buck”, “Stilettos”, “Rock Yo Hips”, “Circles”, and released 2 studio albums, ‘Crime Mob’ and ‘Hated On Mostly’.

During the interview, Lil Jay details growing up with his sister Princess and how she and Diamond weren’t originally supposed to be a part of Crime Mob. Lil Jay was influenced musically by the likes of Three6Mafia, Lil Jon, Oomp Camp, Master P, and Pastor Troy and Lil Jay admits to making “Knuck if you Buck”, a song that would forever change his life, on a demo version of a Windows 95 program then he eventually converted to Fruity Loops. “Knuck if you Buck” would later go on to be sampled by several mainstream artists such as King Von, Lil Wayne, and the viral “Juju on the Beat” song. Lil Jay also discusses his intimate relationship with Diamond and how her on and off again relationship with Princess would eventually lead to the demise of Crime Mob.

Crime Mob fans should be excited to know that there MAY be an upcoming third studio album, if everyone can get on the same page.

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Backpack Ben talks transitioning from basketball to music & playing guitar since second grade

Sat, 13 Feb 2021 22:34:08 -0000

BackPack Ben is an artist, executive producer, and creative born in Columbia, raised in New York. In his first appearance on The Progress Report Podcast, Backpack Ben discusses the significance of his name, past life as a basketball player, looking up to Jimi Hendrix, working through COVID, and his debut project ‘Dropped Out’.

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Montana Da Mac talks hiatus from music, Get Rich Clique with Bankroll Fresh, Gucci’s work ethic in the early 2000s

Thu, 11 Feb 2021 17:31:13 -0000

Montana Da Mac is an artist from East Atlanta. He is known for his hit records “Rock On” with DJ Unk and “Girls Gone Wild” with Stuey Rock. He got his start in the early 2000s as a member of the Get Rich Clique with Bankroll Fresh and they produced “Bunny Hop” which allowed them to tour as teenagers in Highschool. In a new episode of The Progress Report Podcast, Montana Da Mac speaks on his come up in the music industry, attending almost every Highschool in Atlanta, bad contracts, the status of his relationship with Gucci Mane, his intimate relationship with Bankroll Fresh, and his upcoming project, ‘The Other One’.

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Tokyo Jetz addresses George Floyd comments, motherhood, T.I. support, missing her tech job

Mon, 08 Feb 2021 16:05:00 -0000

Tokyo Jetz is a female artist from Jacksonville, Florida signed to T.I. On her first appearance on The Progress Report Podcast, Tokyo speaks on her upbringing, gaining popularity through her freestyle videos, her old job as an Apple technician, T.I.’s reaction to hearing she was pregnant, ‘Cancel Culture’ upcoming project inspired by true events, Curren$y, working through COVID, and advice to other women.

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DJ Unk addresses his issues with The Progress Report, DJ Montay, Big Oomp Records, suicide attempt

Mon, 25 Jan 2021 18:14:10 -0000

“If they can tell a short story, I’m telling my full story”

DJ Unk is a DJ, music producer, and artist most known for his hits,“Walk It Out” and “2 Step”. On a new episode of The Progress Report Podcast, DJ Unk speaks on his issues with DJ eXeL, DJ Montay, Oomp, and Big Oomp Records.

“I took Big Oomp Records nationwide”

DJ Unk shares how he worked his way from the bottom and earned a key to the Big Oomp Records store and everything going sour after not receiving credit for his mixes as a Southern Style DJ, perceived favoritism from Oomp, and issues with his paperwork.

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Famille Forever talks about learning music from their dad & surviving a near fatal car accident

Wed, 20 Jan 2021 15:51:07 -0000

Famille Forever (Bones Lennon and $moov€) are blood brothers, music producers, and artists from the Southside of Atlanta. The duo appeared on The Progress Report’s Pothead Genius mixtape in 2019 with their single “Legalize It”. In a recent episode of The Progress Report Podcast, Famille Forever talks about learning music from their dad who used to play with the greats such as James Brown, getting their sense of fashion from their mother, changing their name from TNT Boys, surviving a bad car accident, and upcoming business endeavors.

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China Monai talks getting signed during COVID, quitting her job as a chef and leaving her daughter in her hometown as a sacrifice for her career

Mon, 18 Jan 2021 15:49:21 -0000

China Monai is an artist from Albany, Georgia now residing in Atlanta, Georgia. During her first sit down on The Progress Report Podcast, China discusses being the first lady of Ugly Money Entertainment, overcoming stage freight, music with Pap Chanel, DMs, and sacrifices made for her career.

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DJ P Exclusivez speaks on Canada roots, Big Stacksss memory loss and unreleased music with Bankroll Fresh

Wed, 13 Jan 2021 17:13:58 -0000

DJ P Exclusivez is a mixtape DJ and music producer from Canada. He has over 300 mixtapes to his name and started at age 15. In a virtual edition of Conversations with Lalaa, DJ P Exclusivez shares how he was influenced by BET, met artists on MySpace, has unreleased music with Bankroll Fresh, Yung LA, Zaytoven, Big Stacksss, and living in Canada through COVID.

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Barlito talks about being held at gun point with his mom, North Carolina music scene, confidence

Mon, 11 Jan 2021 15:14:37 -0000

Barlito is an artist from Greensboro, North Carolina. In a virtual edition of Conversations with Lalaa, Barlito speaks on dealing with trauma, North Carolina’s music scene, signing to QMG, working through COVID, compassions to G Herbo and Da Baby, and fatherhood.

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Spiffy Global talks almost signing with QC, Hoodrich Pablo Juan’s spirits in prison, signing to Gucci Mane

Sun, 10 Jan 2021 16:37:30 -0000

“It’s important to know your worth and show your worth” (Spiffy Global)

Spiffy Global is a music producer from Atlanta, GA. He produced Jose Guapo’s “Run It Up” in 2015 which got him in a lot of doors. Spiffy is also known for working closely with Johnny Cinco and Hoodrich Pablo Juan. On a new episode of The Progress Report Podcast, Spiffy Global speaks on Hoodrich Pablo Juan’s spirits since being incarcerated, new Atlanta music and culture, almost signing to QC, working his records in Magic City and other strip clubs, learning to handle his business and upcoming records with Travis Porter.

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2020: RENEGADE EL REY talks being the head engineer at Stankonia Studios, mental health, Big Boi, Andre 3000 advice

Sat, 09 Jan 2021 19:45:56 -0000

“Never let someone determine your value for you” (RENEGADE EL REY)

RENEGADE EL REY is an audio engineer, writer, and artist. He is the studio manager and head engineer of Stankonia Studios, owned by Outkast. He is a returning guest on The Progress Report Podcast and during his solo interview with Lalaa Shepard, RENEGADE EL REY speaks on relocating to Atlanta from Memphis, starting off as an intern at Stankonia Studios, establishing trust with Big Boi and Andre 3000, being influenced by his older brother when it comes to his music selection, balancing his personal life and career, and releasing 3 albums in 2021 (‘Levitate’, ’All is Not Enough’, and ’Sensai’)

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Seddy Hendrinx discusses the success of “Low Key” 1 year later, Generation Now pressure & COVID

Wed, 30 Dec 2020 15:12:31 -0000

“Hip Hop and soulful R&B is coming back, its getting back to how its supposed to be”

Seddy Hendrinx is a rapper from Jacksonville, Florida and return guest on The Progress Report Podcast. During his second sit down, Seddy speaks on his new EP ‘Sayless’ with features from G Herbo, Jack Harlow, Gunna, 24hrs, and A Boogie wit da Hoodie. Seddy also speaks on TikTok helping him resurface his 2019 banger “Low Key”, working through COVID, and pressures being signed to DJ Drama’s Generation Now with label mates Jack Harlow, Lil Uzi Vert, and Killumanti.

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Yung Ralph describes what a rap check is and thanks Gucci and Young Thug for saving his percentages

Mon, 28 Dec 2020 16:40:19 -0000

Yung Ralph AKA Juugman is Atlanta royalty known for his 2007 hit “Look Like Money”. He also appeared on street classics “Rock Solid”, “Bricks” with Gucci Mane, “Imma Ride” with Rich Gang, and he has over 75 mixtapes. In a new episode of The Progress Report Podcast, Yung Ralph talks about taking a break from recording new music to get his business right, converting to a streaming world, Young Thug and Gucci Mane both saving his percentages for him, unreleased music with Bankroll Fresh and Fetty Wap, fatherhood, and ‘9 Piece’ new upcoming project produced by Zaytoven.

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The creators of Tulones clothing discuss coming from the country and making a way out of no way

Sat, 26 Dec 2020 17:33:09 -0000

“We understand sacrifice and what it requires to be in a better position” Dameon (Dollas) and Chris (Benji) are blood brothers from Mobile, Alabama now residing in Atlanta, Georgia. They are the creators and owners of Tulones Currency Collectors which is arguably the most popular urban streetwear brand in the south now spreading globally. In a new edition of Conversations with Lalaa presented by The Progress Report, Dollas and Benji speak on their $10,000 profit weekend inspiring a permanent move to Atlanta, sacrifices and sharing the same car until 2 months ago, receiving rappers support and Young Thug wearing their clothes during a Prada fashion show, social responsibility and paying people’s rent during the pandemic and sponsoring their Highschool’s uniforms.

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Drumma Boy On Why He Wasn’t Invited To Gucci & Jeezy Verzuz, Down To Battle Zaytoven, BooMan

Wed, 23 Dec 2020 16:02:30 -0000

“I’m more than a producer, I’m a therapist” ~ Drumma Boy

BooMan SRP Entertainment CEO and Drumma Boy sit down on The Progress Report Podcast to speak on linking in the streets, new single “Bands”, and ‘Real Is Rare’ project hosted by DJ Scream. Drumma Boy also opens up about Quavo hitting him through Twitter and creating “Look at My Dab”, thoughts on the Gucci and Jeezy Verzuz battle, being a music producer and a therapist.

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Perfect talks forming a group, making soul music, working through COVID

Wed, 23 Dec 2020 03:34:12 -0000

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Jonny Rambo talks being a student of the game and Lil Wayne ‘No Ceilings’ inspiring him

Fri, 18 Dec 2020 15:38:47 -0000

“Balance is a key to life” Jonny Rambo is an artist from Decatur, Georgia. He recently released a new project titled ‘Evolution’ and is influenced by Money Man, Young Dolph, Young Thug, and Future. Check out his first official interview on The Progress Report Podcast.

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DJ Montay speaks on his relationship with DJ Unk, sliding in Shonte Renee’s DM, love & music balance

Wed, 16 Dec 2020 15:47:38 -0000

DJ Montay is a hit producer and DJ known for producing records such as DJ Unk “Walk It Out” and “2 Step”, Shawty Lo “Foolish”, Flo Rida “Low”, most recently Jeezy's “Ghetto”, and many more classics. Shonte Renee is an R&B and pop singer signed to Oomp Camp (Big Oomp Records) who came up singing in the church choir. On a recent episode on The Progress Report Podcast, DJ Montay and Shonte Renee talk being a power couple, the current state of R&B music, changes in the music industry, DJ Montay speaks on placing DJ Unk club banger, “Don’t Hide Dat P****” on Unk’s album, and tips for balancing their love life and music life.

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ManMan Savage speaks on his affiliation with 21 Savage, current relationship, Freddie Gibbs issues

Mon, 14 Dec 2020 16:11:15 -0000

“I ain’t making no more music unless we have a contract in the studio”

ManMan Savage is a rapper from East Atlanta. During his first interview on The Progress Report Podcast, ManMan Savage opens up about coming up with 21 Savage, their current relationship, not getting paid from Freddie Gibbs feature, old feature with Trinidad James, getting more personable with his music, fatherhood, and touring and features with the likes of iLoveMakonnen, Key!, Migos, Lil Uzi Vert, Rich The Kid, Metro Boomin, Sonny Digital, Shoreline Mafia, 03 Greedo, Famous Dez, and, RonRon The Producer.

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D Battles talks past modeling career, relocating to Cali from Alabama, music

Sun, 13 Dec 2020 03:51:07 -0000

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Mac Bre-Z opens up about dating Gucci Mane, appearing on “Pillz”, “Go Head”, not being compensated, diagnosed as bipolar

Sun, 06 Dec 2020 17:36:08 -0000

Stream/download “Clearly” by Mac Bre-Z: https://song.link/us/i/1541261876

“If you thinking about getting in this industry you got to have thick tough skin, let all this stuff i’ve been through be a lesson to yal”

Mac Bre-Z AKA Da Kandi Lady is a female rapper from Atlanta, GA most known for her appearances on Gucci Mane’s “Pillz”, “Go Head”, and several other underground classics. In a new episode of Conversations with Lalaa presented by The Progress Report, Mac Bre-Z speaks on her traumatic experience in the music industry leading to her being diagnosed as bipolar. Mac Bre-Z shares what it was like dating the infamous Gucci Mane before he was sober, creating hit records together and still not being properly compensated years later, coming up in the crunk era, putting in footwork for her music career, being the first female to have a mixtape hosted by DJ Scream, shady business managers and artists taking her name and legally uploading her music, and her thoughts on the current state of Hip Hip and rap.

Instagram:

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ChiChi speaks on meeting Lil Baby, producing “Get Money”, “Solid”, and BRS Kash “Throat Baby”

Fri, 04 Dec 2020 18:05:07 -0000

Lalaa Shepard has always been supportive of music producers and decided to launch a new interview series called ‘Producer Talk’ powered by The Progress Report Media Group, strictly featuring music producers. On the first episode, Lalaa sits down with music producer ChiChi who has worked with the likes of Lil Baby, BRS Kash, Yungeen Ace, Rylo Rodriguez, and Caleb Colossus. You can hear a lot of his work on Rylo Rodriguez’s latest project, ‘G.I.H.F’. During the interview, ChiChi speaks on how he got into the music industry and misconceptions about producing for major artists, catching his big break once producing Lil Baby’s “Solid”, “Get Money”, “Social Distancing” and BRS Kash ‘Throat Baby’, balancing his personal life and demands as a music producer, and his influences.

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Website:

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Big Boogie talks signing with CMG, waiting his turn, chemistry with MoneyBagg Yo, motorcycle accident

Fri, 04 Dec 2020 03:38:31 -0000

“I want people to cry with me”

Stream/download ‘Final Nightmare’ by Big Boogie: https://album.link/us/i/1536728260

In a new edition of Conversations with Lalaa presented by The Progress Report, Big Boogie talks being from Louisiana and relocating to his current home, Memphis, Tennessee, signing to Yo Gotti’s CMG back in 2018 but remaining patient and waiting his turn, looking up to his label mate MoneyBagg Yo, motorcycle accident, and fatherhood.

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Bla5er speaks on growing as an artist during COVID, ownership, Atlanta, avoiding profanity

Tue, 01 Dec 2020 18:39:30 -0000

Listen to “Panoramic” by Bla5er: https://song.link/us/i/1536993241

Bla5er is an artist from Lithonia, Georgia (some miles from the city of Atlanta). He is signed to his family's record label, Last Supper Music Group (LSMG), and recently released his second single of 2020, “Panoramic”. During Bla5er’s second interview on The Progress Report Podcast, he speaks on freestyling his music, not using profanity on his newer songs, the importance of DJs, purchasing his first home, and pushing his brand during covid.

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Jhonni Blaze talks making over 2 million on OnlyFans, rekindling relationship with Ms. Deb, blackballed

Mon, 30 Nov 2020 16:29:47 -0000

Jhonni Blaze is a singer, writer, pianist, and reality TV star known for her appearance on Growing Up Hip Hop, Love & Hip Hop, and also past social media antics. 2020, Jhonni Blaze is turning a new leaf and is surrounding herself around positivity. On her second interview on The Progress Report Podcast, Jhonni Blaze speaks on investing her OnlyFans profits into her music, working with Neyo, Rico Love, Tiny, Kevin Gates, Derez Deshon, LightSkinKeisha, and YoungBoy Never Broke Again. Jhonni also addresses rumors of her being blackballed, taking time to get her life in order, rekindling her relationship with Ms. Deb, Bow Wow, and Growing Up Hip Hop staff, and living with a painful skin condition called HS.

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LoyalTee discusses her hiatus from music to focus on her son, healing with her dad, Mo3 influence

Sun, 29 Nov 2020 21:52:51 -0000

Watch The Progress Report cypHER featuring LoyalTee: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fou1-e3ZTVA

Stream/ download “All In” by LoyalTee: https://album.link/i/1536336010

LoyalTee is a female artist from East Atlanta who appeared on The Progress Report’s first cypHER. She went viral a few years ago for her freestyle to “Outside Today” and faced issues with the video being taken down. Years later she is back and more focused than ever. On her latest interview on The Progress Report Podcast, LoyalTee discusses motherhood and complications having a son born prematurely, getting married and having a supportive partner, healing from her relationship with her dad, her new project ‘All In’, being influenced by Mo3, and her new label WarZone.

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Producer June The Jenius talks speaking to Mo3 before he passed, Houston, Erica Banks & Megan

Tue, 24 Nov 2020 15:38:05 -0000

“Don’t let the troubled times keep you from what you want”

June James better known by his producer name June The Jenius, is a hit producer from Houston, Texas. He started making beats at the age of 16 and made records for YFN Lucci, Yo Gotti, T.I., Drake, Travis Scott, Lil Keed, 2 Chainz, Money Mu, and many others. In a recent virtual interview with Lalaa Shepard, June talks about looking up to Lil Jon, Drumma Boy, Mannie Fresh, Pharrell, gives his thoughts on Houston artists Megan Thee Stallion and Erica Banks, speaking to Mo3 one week before his passing, and shares his advice to other producers.

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Kamillion talks recording “Twerk 4 Me” when she was broke, veneers, BBL surgery, Love & Hip Hop

Mon, 23 Nov 2020 15:46:11 -0000

“You have to make the struggle look good”

Kamillion is an artist from Jacksonville, Duval County, Florida. She often refers to herself as the female Drake as she can sing and rap and is influenced by Missy Elliot, Jay Z, Lil Wayne, and her mom. In a new edition of Conversations with Lalaa presented by The Progress Report, Kamillion speaks to Lalaa Shepard about her smash single “Twerk 4 Me”, making the song when she was broke, clearance issues, independent success, and gearing up to release a new version of the song. Kamillion also sheds light on her reality TV experience and appearing on Love & Hip Hop Miami, briefly dancing in the strip club, her new body and new teeth.

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Morgin talks new music with Boosie & Lil Bam, working with producer J Reid, Alabama roots

Wed, 18 Nov 2020 20:58:17 -0000

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Cherry DaBoss talks balancing motherhood, music, entrepreneurship, strained relationship with her dad

Wed, 18 Nov 2020 20:25:47 -0000

Stream/ download ‘Cherry on Top’ by Cherry DaBoss: https://album.link/us/i/1532307357

“I’m a real entrepreneur I get bored”

Cherry DaBoss is a rapper from Decatur, Georgia. She recently released an EP titled, ‘Cherry On Top’ where she dedicates the first song to her father. In a recent interview on The Progress Report Podcast, Cherry discusses getting robbed by her neighbor, female artists being counted out, entrepreneurship, motherhood, and thoughts on Megan and Tory.

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Johnique Taylor and Tamika Brown (Solid Rock Solutions Group) talk about the trucking industry and stereotypes

Mon, 16 Nov 2020 21:55:18 -0000

Johnique Taylor and Tamika Brown (Solid Rock Solutions Group) discuss their experience being in the trucking industry on the latest episode of The Progress Report Podcast. CEO and founder Johnique Taylor talks about having over 20 years of experience, stereotypes of women being in the trucking industry, COVID impacting business, driving cross country, and teaching trucking classes.

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Kardiak Kid talks about quitting his 9-5 job and becoming his own boss (Legendary Brand Clothing CEO)

Sun, 15 Nov 2020 01:54:04 -0000

Kardiak Kid is an entrepreneur from Michigan with his own clothing line called Legendary Brand inspired by his grandmother who is celebrating 2 years of being in business.

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Matt Massey talks about following his father's footsteps of being an artist, painter, and graphic designer

Sun, 15 Nov 2020 00:38:44 -0000

"Artwork changes wherever you go"

Matt Massey is an artist and graphic designer from Detroit, Michigan, currently in college and painting a mural in Atlanta.

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Crown talks about being an entrepreneur, musician, and new project 'We Still Don't Know'

Sat, 14 Nov 2020 23:16:39 -0000

Meet Daytona Beach, Florida artist Crown.

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/whoiscrown/

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King Beli talks North Carolina music scene & new mixtape 'Itz Up'

Sat, 14 Nov 2020 20:17:50 -0000

King Beli talks North Carolina music scene, new mixtape 'Itz Up', features with Renni Rucci, Toosii, Sauxe Paxk, and Ricco Barrino

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6200 Rob talks ‘6200 Problems’ and witnessing his mother get abused by his father

Mon, 09 Nov 2020 19:02:22 -0000

Stream ‘6200 Problems’ by 6200 Rob Da Builderr: https://album.link/us/i/1523451439

6200 Rob Da Builder is an artist from Cincinnati, Ohio now residing in West Virginia. In a recent interview on The Progress Report Podcast, Rob speaks on being the first to go to college in his family, the music scene in Cincinnati, Ohio and West Virginia, new project ‘6200 Problems’, staying creative through COVID, and his hair.

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Scarfo Da Plug talks saving Trap Music, music with Peewee Longway, addresses robbery rumors

Wed, 04 Nov 2020 17:29:55 -0000

Stream/ download ‘Trap Jesus’ by Scarfo Da Plug: https://album.link/us/i/1533667987

East Atlanta rapper, Scarfo Da Plug recently visited The Progress Report Podcast for his second interview to speak on his newest body of work ‘Trap Jesus’ (featuring RX Peso, Stunna 4 Vegas, Mak Sauce, Sleepy Rose, Big Flock, Foogiano, and Peewee Longway) that released last week already over 100,000 streams independently. Scarfo Da Plug also opens about being robbed in California, fatherhood, and putting together a concert in Atlanta 2021.

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Rilow speaks on Street Execs history, Bankroll Fresh, 2 Chainz Pink Trap House controversy & Parking Lot Concerts

Tue, 03 Nov 2020 15:42:54 -0000

Rilow is a jack of all trades in the music industry and represents Atlanta based marketing and management company, Street Execs. In a recent interview on The Progress Report Podcast, Rilow breaks down the history of Street Execs, their roster (past and present) including Travis Porter, 2 Chainz, Bankroll Fresh, Young Dolph, Trouble, Skooly, Sleepy Rose, Jose Guapo, Johnny Cinco, Cee-O, and Shawty Fresh, the 2 Chainz Pink Trap House controversy, launching the Parking Lot Concert, and raising 5 kids.

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Lil Quill talks jail time during COVID, relationship with Gucci Mane, cutting his hair and Yung Mal

Wed, 28 Oct 2020 16:58:22 -0000

Lil Quill and Yung Mal are frequent guests on The Progress Report and today Lil Quill speaks to Lalaa Shepard in his first interview since being released from jail for probation violation on his birthday just 2 weeks ago. As a journalist and a fan, it felt great to see Lil Quill be so vocal, free-spirited, and in tune with himself and his own voice. If you look back at our interviews from 2016-2018, Lil Quill has come a long way as a person and artist, like we all hopefully have.

During the interview, Lil Quill speaks on remaining sober since his release and serving time during the COVID outbreak. Although he wasn’t too vocal about his experience, his reaction shows he definitely was affected as many of us were/are on the outside. Lil Quill mentions that Yung Mal is his greatest influence and the love they have for one another has always been prevalent. Quill also speaks on serving a month in the hole and getting to know himself.

Since his release, Lil Quill is more focused on his craft more than ever and he and Yung Mal are planning to start their own record label. Before then, Quill plans to release his third solo project ‘It Could Be Worse’, and adds that it will be dedicated to God. Towards the end of the interview, Quill also hints that he and Yung Mal are preparing to release a long awaited joint project in the near future.

And of course, Lil Quill addresses the elephant in the room and speaks on his relationship with Gucci Mane and being forced to cut his hair.

Rewatch our previous interviews below!

2016: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bL9Mi4BzYlI&t=3s

2017: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UjY5fdbN-tM&t=1s

2018: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y9tLh_DXuu8&t=2s

Watch ‘First Night’ by Lil Quill: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i1sucKf91fs

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Neffeteria talks Suffering in Silence, relationship with Keyshia Cole & Frankie, coming back to TV

Tue, 27 Oct 2020 16:33:04 -0000

“People seen Neffe but don’t know Neffeteria”

Neffeteria AKA Neffe is an author, mother, and future ophthalmologist. She is well known for her appearances on reality television shows, Keyshia Cole: ‘The Way It Is’ and the ‘Frankie and Neffe’ show. In a new interview on The Progress Report Podcast, Neffeteria talks about her relationship with her sister, other siblings, and her mother, potentially coming back to reality television, mental battles and the importance of therapy, and her weekly podcast, ”The Neffe Show: From Reality to Radio” which comes on Sundays 5-6 PM.

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Bkoshr talks new single “Cat N The Hat” with Geezy Escobar and learning how to cut hair on accident

Mon, 26 Oct 2020 15:36:18 -0000

Bkoshr is an artist from Alabama currently pushing his new single “Cat N The Hat” featuring Authentic Empire artist Geezy Escobar. In a recent interview on The Progress Report Podcast, Bkoshr talks learning how to cut hair and balancing his music career.

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TMG Fresh talks New music with Tee Grizzly and Jeremih and growing up in Oakland

Sat, 24 Oct 2020 19:19:49 -0000

TMG Fresh is an artist originally from Oakland now residing in LA. He has new music with Tee Grizzly and Jeremih currently in radio rotation and has his own label called TMG and has an all girl group called BOY.

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Sean Garrett talks about almost missing The Dream Verzuz battle, working with Beyonce, Chris Brown & Usher

Fri, 23 Oct 2020 16:24:21 -0000

“I'm a living testament, giving makes me happy”

Sean Garrett is a producer, songwriter, and artist who is currently fifth place on the Billboard list of producers with the most number one hits. He has produced major records such as Usher’s “Yeah”, Beyonce “Ring The Alarm”, Mario “Break Up”, Chris Brown “Run It”, Kelis “Bossy”, Nelly “Grillz”, Mary J Blige “Enough Cryin”, and many more. In a new interview on The Progress Report Podcast, Sean Garrett talks about never grieving the death of his mother, Atlanta roots and military brat childhood, details intimate studio session memories involving Chris Brown, Beyonce, and Usher, his thoughts on the Verzuz battles, upcoming album, and much more! Sean Garrett is definitely a student of the game and is a musical genius, every songwriter and creative needs to watch this interview!

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Twin brothers Young Pharoah & IRoccOnTheBeat talk engineering Mulatto’s ‘Bitch From Da Souf’

Thu, 22 Oct 2020 17:43:07 -0000

Young Pharoah and IRoccOnTheBeat (Purple Rocc Creations) are twin brothers that produce, DJ, engineer, and model. In a recent episode of The Progress Report Podcast, the brothers talk setting the vibe for studio sessions, having support from their parents, and working with Mulatto, Asian Doll, Lil Got It, Chloe and Halle, and much more.

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T Hood speaks on going viral with Maia Campbell and a scammer, “Perculator” new single

Wed, 21 Oct 2020 20:05:33 -0000

Stream/ download “Perculator” by T Hood: https://song.link/us/i/1523278700

T Hood is an artist from Stone Mountain, GA known for his one dread. In his recent interview on The Progress Report Podcast, T Hood speaks on being patient with his music career, going to school with Sonny Digital and Travis Porter, making custom air force ones for the DJs and delivering them in the club like bottles, raising a daughter, and going viral.

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DJ Chose speaks on his relationship with Megan The Stallion & the success of “Thick” with BeatKing

Sat, 17 Oct 2020 16:05:12 -0000

“Houston is on the way to being neck and neck with Atlanta”

DJ Chose is an artist, engineer, and DJ from Houston, Texas. He is 6X platinum and is currently charting on 2 different genres. His single “Thick” featuring BeatKing is going crazy in the clubs and streets and it’s rumored that Megan Thee Stallion might jump on the official remix. In a new interview on The Progress Report Podcast, DJ Chose talks about producing for major artists, issues having DJ in front of his name, struggles being successful as an independent artist, and going without sex to achieve his goals.

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Playboy Shane (BallHawg Music) talks being the first artist from Little Rock, Arkansas to chart Billboard

Tue, 13 Oct 2020 17:08:22 -0000

Stream/ download ’21’ by BallHawg Music: https://album.link/us/i/1489532353

BallHawg Music is an independent record label based in Little Rock, Arkansas. In a recent interview on The Progress Report Podcast, the CEO, Playboy Shane talks about making history as an artist and putting his artists in the game. He introduces Rxch Rose, Flyboy Pat, and Shawty Red

and talks putting in the footwork as an independent label and speaks on their ’21’ compilation album.

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Chris Voice talks joining boy band Hamilton Park and being the last act signed to Andre Harrell

Mon, 12 Oct 2020 18:54:02 -0000

Stream/ download ‘Blue Moon’ by Chris Voice: https://album.link/us/i/1531035202

Chris Voice is an artist, singer, rapper, DJ, studio owner, and radio host from Hobson City, Alabama. On a new episode of The Progress Report Podcast, Chris Voice tells his story of coming to Atlanta at age 18 to join boy band, Hamilton Park and how they were the last act signed to the late Andre Harrell. Chris Voice details touring on the Scream Tour and how that created a loyal fanbase, life after tour and Hamilton Park split, reunion, his pride not allowing him to get a 9-5 job after being on TV, and his new solo EP titled ‘Blue Moon’ featuring Yung Joc and Natasha Mosley.

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King Budd talks serving time, Philly roots, making music with his sister

Sun, 11 Oct 2020 23:57:50 -0000

Meet Philly's own King Budd as he converses with Lalaa Shepard.

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Lil Mo Films talks putting on for Chattanooga, TN film and music scene

Sun, 11 Oct 2020 09:07:34 -0000

Maurice McDowell, the owner of the independently black-owned film company Lil Mo Films out of Chattanooga, has been promoting his recently released moviementary SHOOTANOOGA as well as upcoming film projects, album releases, and the re-release of his locally legendary classic CHATT-TOWN In Deez Streets... to name a few.

Check out Lil Mo Films on Instagram, YouTube, and Facebook @LilMoFilms

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GlassHouse Biggs talks ‘GlassHouse 2’ mixtape produced by D. Hill & Gudda Tay

Thu, 08 Oct 2020 17:57:15 -0000

GlassHouse Biggs is a rapper from Atlanta, Georgia. He released his third project last week titled ‘GlassHouse 2’ and is already nearing 20,000 streams independently. On a new interview on The Progress Report Podcast, GlassHouse Biggs speaks on his granddad and uncle inspiring him to pursue music, fatherhood, and raising a daughter.

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Heaven Vaniece talks Atlanta roots, finding her style and sound, and freestyles liv

Wed, 07 Oct 2020 17:37:34 -0000

Heaven Vaniece is a female rapper from Decatur, Georgia. She was the last rapper on The Progress Report’s all female cypHER which released last year with Londynn B. On her first interview on The Progress Report Podcast, Heaven talks about her new single “Atlanta”, being nervous on our cypHER, coming out of her shell, and new music.

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Pap Chanel discusses sacrificing her privacy for her career, music with Blac Youngsta and Future

Tue, 06 Oct 2020 18:23:00 -0000

Pap Chanel is a female rapper from Milledgeville, Georgia. She appeared on The Progress Report’s first all female cypHER in 2018. In her second interview on The Progress Report Podcast, Pap Chanel talks coming from a small city gaining popularity from her viral freestyle videos since Highschool, new mixtape ‘Pretty & Paid’, and thoughts on females treatment in the music industry.

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Asian Da Brat talks split from Gucci Mane, defending Megan Thee Stallion amidst Tory Lanez controversy

Mon, 05 Oct 2020 19:01:01 -0000

Dallas, Texas rapper Asian Da Brat also known as Asian Doll made a stop in ATL to party with Boss Britt x DJ eXeL and briefly answered some heated questions with Lalaa Shepard. When asked about her thoughts on other females with the name doll in their names and Tory Lanez controversy, Asian wasn’t too verbal but she did speak on leaving Gucci Mane’s 1017 Eskimo Records and answers if she feels like she’s underrated.

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GSO Phat talks overcoming odds, private conversation with J Prince

Mon, 05 Oct 2020 18:55:53 -0000

Natchez, MS rapper GSO Phat chats with Lalaa about changing his life for the better and using music as his outlet!

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Journee speaks on her single “Like That” being inspired by Issa Rae’s Insecure

Fri, 02 Oct 2020 19:25:34 -0000

Journee is a 22 year old R&B singer from the Bay Area who has been singing since 5 years old. In a recent edition of Conversations with Lalaa presented by The Progress Report, Journee speaks on her background in music, balancing her career and college, catching COVID, sexism in the industry, and her upcoming project which is set to release November 2020.

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Lil Mikey TMB talks being from East Oakland but his music not sounding like traditional Oakland music

Thu, 01 Oct 2020 17:37:42 -0000

Lil Mikey TMB is a rapper from East Oakland now residing in Vegas. In his second interview on The Progress Report Podcast, Lil Mikey TMB talks about his unique sound, ‘Deep In My Thoughts’ mixtape hosted by DJ Scream, pays homage to Lil Wayne, and Mikey speaks on COVID impacting his health.

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3LetterzNuk tells the story of getting signed to Flo Rida and almost blowing the opportunity

Wed, 30 Sep 2020 16:51:27 -0000

“I think my situation with Flo Rida was based on potential, I earned my deal”

3LetterzNuk is a recording artist, executive producer, songwriter, engineer, and is considered a pioneer in Cincinnati, Ohio Hip Hop and culture. Nuk has been making music since the age of 15 and started out in a boys band. He later found himself a situation with superstar, Flo Rida and began his artist development journey. In a recent interview on The Progress Report Podcast, 3LetterzNuk talks being at the right place at the right time, earning his record deal with Flo Rida, dealing with mental health issues, and releasing new music for the first time in 6 years.

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Kid Class talks producing Young Dro’s viral “Tik Tok”, COVID helping him, bossing up

Tue, 29 Sep 2020 18:32:03 -0000

Kid Class is a music producer, engineer, and studio owner. In a new interview on The Progress Report Podcast, Kid Class talks about the backstory producing Young Dro’s “Tik Tok” new single, announces the remix, speaks on his artist Natalie Orfilia departing Epic Records, and entrepreneurship.

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Juice Vitelli talks being raised in Philly, new project ‘Dangerous” & getting married in Vegas

Mon, 28 Sep 2020 16:17:09 -0000

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Trap Beckham speaks on ‘Make America Shake Again’ controversy, bringing fun back to music, Lil Jon

Mon, 28 Sep 2020 15:14:34 -0000

Florida rapper Trap Beckham rose to fame with his hit singles “Little Booties Matter” and “Birthday Chick” in 2016 and has been consistent with delivering fun party music ever since. In his second interview on The Progress Report Podcast, Trap Beckham discusses his newest release, ‘Make America Shake Again’ title and controversy, people thinking he supports Donald Trump, fatherhood, people asking for money in his DMs, working with the likes of T Hood, Iman Shumpert, and Lil Jon.

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Big Wynn talks boxing, racism, and his play featuring Keith Sweat coming in at # 2 to Tyler Perry

Sun, 20 Sep 2020 18:39:19 -0000

“White people will never have to have the same conversations with their kids as black parents”

Big Wynn is a former professional boxer, play writer, artist, and entrepreneur from P-Town. In a recent interview on The Progress Report Podcast, Big Wynn talks receiving hate mail for his song “We Gon Make It” which is about the perspective of being a black man in America, growing up playing instruments in the church and band, writing plays, and stories from when he was a professional boxer.

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Royal Skyyy talks 'Dying Bird' EP, sexuality, & entrepreneurship

Fri, 18 Sep 2020 21:50:41 -0000

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Pioneer talks new EP 'The Real Lion King', weight lost & healthy lifestyle

Fri, 18 Sep 2020 19:34:44 -0000

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Jourdin Pauline speaks on frustrations of being called an IG model, coming up with Nipsey & Ariana Grande

Thu, 17 Sep 2020 17:29:58 -0000

Jourdin Pauline is a singer, song writer, producer, and actress from the Westcoast. In a new edition of Conversations with Lalaa, Jourdin Pauline speaks on growing up with Nipsey Hussle, coming up with Zendaya, Bella Thorne, and Ariana Grande, music getting placed on Bad Girls Club, Disney, and Nickelodeon, the advantages and disadvantages of being a female in the industry, and being an active AIDs advocate.

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Jayme and Sabah of Political Solutions speak on political ignorance, importance of Census forms, attracting the black vote

Wed, 16 Sep 2020 17:24:00 -0000

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Jayme and Sabah of Political Solutions both have backgrounds in political science and recently stopped by The Progress Report Podcast to educate us on politics and political ignorance. The ladies share their thoughts on the upcoming election, the importance of voting locally, thoughts on Kamala Harris setting herself up to become president of the United States, the importance of completing census forms, attracting the black vote, and they breakdown the differences from Democrats, Republic, and the Green Party.

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Blockboy Spanky speaks on his relationship with DJ Swamp Izzo & Atlanta Hawks warming up to his music

Wed, 16 Sep 2020 02:59:11 -0000

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Tracy T on relationship with MMG, Rick Ross, Bankroll Fresh, and Zaytoven making him buy his first pair of Louis shoes

Mon, 14 Sep 2020 17:23:18 -0000

Tracy T is an artist from East Atlanta, GA who has been rapping since age 14. Fast forward many singles and mixtapes later, Tracy T is back with a new EP with Zaytoven titled, ‘Time Machine’. In a new interview on The Progress Report Podcast, Tracy T speaks on when he signed with MMG and his relationship with Rick Ross now, raising a 14 year old daughter, Money Bound record label, and much more.

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Baby B on Chris Brown reposting her music, sexuality & relationship Yung Bleu

Sat, 12 Sep 2020 21:04:46 -0000

Baby B is a singer, dancer, and actor from West Palm Beach, Florida. In a recent interview on The Progress Report Podcast, Baby B talks about her project, ‘Text At 2 AM’, issues with Yung Bleu, sexuality not being an issue, and support from Chris Brown.

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Veeta Venom talks balancing motherhood & music, beating cancer, lack of support in DMV area

Fri, 11 Sep 2020 19:24:33 -0000

Veeta Venom is a singer, rapper, and songwriter from Washington, DC. She has several singles and 1 EP under her resume.

If Veeta Venom is proud of anything, it’s where she comes from and what she has overcome. The artist hails from Maryland and takes with her the rich culture of the DMV as she combines melodies of R&B, Hip Hop, Rap, and Soul into her music. Born Kelveeta McCoy, Veeta Venom was raised between Savanna Terrace SE DC and Glenarden in Maryland and plans to take her music to newer heights despite the many obstacles she faces.

Veeta Venom was diagnosed with Stage 2 Abdomen Cancer in 2011 but doesn’t let that stop her from pursuing music with such fierceness. The artist boasts over 14,000 Spotify plays all while mothering her young children, running a nail business, and maintaining her health. As a rap artist, she often blends different sounds, finding root in the elements of hip hop and R&B. She gets her name “venom” from the hot bars she spits and her most recent single “Message” is a great example of Veeta’s ability to craft a unique urban sound that is exciting and refreshing. In 2017, Veeta Venom connected with another rising female artist, Talone (Bad Girls Club’s Season 16) with their single “Humble”. Veeta then released a 5 track EP titled ‘V-Day’. Notably, Veeta has auditioned for Irv Gotti’s and BET’s Tales in 2020.

Words to describe Veeta Venom would be determined, passionate, and strong. She wants others to know that they should always go after their dreams and never settle for anything less.

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DJ Fresh talks Rich Homie Quan’s Career, Akademiks blocking him, stories about Cardi B & Nicki Minaj

Wed, 09 Sep 2020 16:58:21 -0000

DJ Fresh & The Progress Report Podcast PT. 1

DJ Fresh is a DJ, entertainer, singer, and father originally from Louisville, Kentucky who eventually transitioned to Cincinnati, Ohio and Atlanta, Georgia and has been DJing for 15 years. In his first ever tell all interview, DJ Fresh talks to the ladies of The Progress Report Podcast about DJing for Rich Homie Quan during his prime, the gay rumors affecting his career, being the official voice of the MyMixtapez platform, getting cursed out by Cardi B during a live show, being kicked off Nicki Minaj’s tour, and never before heard stories involving Meek Mill.

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The Prince of LA talks linking with Stunna 4 Vegas at Da Baby’s Grammy party & why LA artists don’t collab as much as Atlanta artists

Fri, 04 Sep 2020 17:33:24 -0000

The Prince of LA is an artist and dancer from Midtown LA. In a new edition of Conversations with Lalaa presented by The Progress Report, The Prince of LA talks about making music since the age of 10, getting his science of audio production degree, and music with BlueFace and Stunna 4 Vegas.

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Santiago SaySo speaks on his mom passing at age 27 and growing up on the Westside of Atlanta

Thu, 03 Sep 2020 17:21:48 -0000

Santiago SaySo is a rapper from the Westside of Atlanta. He just released his project ‘Atlanta Nights’ and details coming up on Westside of Atlanta being influenced by D4L, Shawty Lo, Dem Franchize Boyz, K-Rab, and being an independent artist with over 700,000 streams on his latest project.

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Queendome Come talks success of “Then Leave” single with BeatKing, talks being cousins with Scarface

Wed, 02 Sep 2020 17:48:06 -0000

Queendome Come is a singer, rapper, and song writer from Houston, Texas. Her single “Then Leave” with fellow Houston artist BeatKing is arguably the most known club record out and has become more popular each day with viral TikTok challenges and organic celebrity endorsements by the likes of Lizzo, Offset, Cardi B, and Mulatto. In a virtual episode of The Progress Report Podcast, Queendome Come finally explains her “I ain’t gay but i’ll let a bitch eat me out” lyric, starting out doing Christian music, women in the industry getting their just due, her relationships with BeatKing, Scarface, Baby Bash, and coming up listening to Tupac, Sade, and Nicki Minaj.

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Nash B talks producing hits for Jacquees, Future, CB, K Camp, and introduces Chino Cappin

Tue, 01 Sep 2020 17:31:03 -0000

Nash B is a music producer from Paris, Georgia who has produced for the likes of K Camp, Jacquees, Chris Brown, and Future. On a new episode of The Progress Report Podcast, Nash B introduces his artist, Chino Cappin who is an R&B singer and writer. Chino is from Fort Valley, Georgia and is often compared to August Alsina. During the interview, Chino Cappin and Nash B discuss how they met, dropping out of highschool to help family, and advice from K-Major.

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Young Lyric speaks on the double standards of being a female in the music industry and addresses past issues with Mulatto

Mon, 31 Aug 2020 19:06:43 -0000

Young Lyric is a rapper and artist from Houston, Texas who has been doing music since age 10. She gained a lot of attention from appearing on season 1 of Jermaine Dupri’s, The Rap Game. In a new edition of Conversations with Lalaa presented by The Progress Report, Young Lyric speaks on getting support from Houston royalty, being influenced by Nicki Minaj, Lil Wayne, and Drake, maturing into a young lady, relationships with Mulatto and NBA Youngboy, and new music with Slim Jxmmi and Yungeen Ace.

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2-17 introduces DY Kingz, addresses interviewing No Plug after Bankroll Fresh murder, giving his life to God

Sun, 30 Aug 2020 16:51:20 -0000

DY Kingz is a group of 4 brothers who rap and dance. They have danced for the likes of Lil Keed, Lil Got It, Lil Baby, Stunna 4 Vegas, Da Baby, and Foogiano. In a new episode of The Progress Report Podcast, DY Kingz discusses being the voice for the youth and making good music without curse words. A veteran guest, 2-17 also speaks on meeting DY Kingz, coming into the industry as a cameraman for the likes of 21 Savage and Yung Mal prior to being a music producer, and regrets regarding Bankroll fresh.

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Syx talks being a female in a male dominated industry & new single “Rona Dreams”

Wed, 26 Aug 2020 00:55:42 -0000

Syx is a rapper and singer from California who grew up in the church and is a former publicist. Check out her story in a new edition of Conversations with Lalaa presented by The Progress Report.

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Jonn Piazza talks new single “Whatcha Gone Do”, thoughts on the current state of R&B, and being the modern day Jon B.

Mon, 24 Aug 2020 21:43:13 -0000

Bay Area artist Jonn Piazza (JP) is a singer, rapper, writer, producer, and pianist who just released a new single titled “Whatcha Gone Do” produced by him. In a new edition of Conversations with Lalaa, Jonn Piazza shares his opinion on the current state of R&B, looking up to Curtis Mayfield, Bob Marley and Sade and comparisons to Jon B.

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SettaSetta talks Philly roots, getting shot at 19, role in upcoming film ‘Baby Gangsta’

Mon, 24 Aug 2020 20:13:24 -0000

Lalaa Shepard speaks with Philly rapper SettaSetta!

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Mo Mula talks ‘Free 3.5’ mixtape, beating the odds chasing his dreams, his label Risky Dreamer Entertainment & more

Mon, 24 Aug 2020 05:28:11 -0000

Lalaa Shepard converses with Atlanta artist Mo Mula

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Tuhvon DNeal talks pettiness in the gay community, writing his own music, “Finesse Season” mixtape

Fri, 21 Aug 2020 23:07:42 -0000

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Salute to The Progress Report Podcast veteran guest Tuhvon DNeal! He recently stopped by the podcast for his third interview with the crew to speak on his latest project ‘Finesse Season’, freestyles, coming up being influenced by Biggie, Lil Kim, and Jay Z, and offers tips on how to “finesse”.

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Bruce Kush talks performing before Bankroll Fresh, playing the trumpet, Covid making artists equal

Fri, 21 Aug 2020 23:01:04 -0000

Bruce Kush is an Atlanta based artist with Midwest roots known for his fashion sense. He is influenced by Outkast and also plays the trumpet in addition to being an artist.

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Cali Alexandria talks dancing in “Do It Do It (Poole Palace)”, “Walk It Out”, R&B music & love

Mon, 17 Aug 2020 15:19:31 -0000

Cali Alexandria is a songstress from Bakersfield, California, now residing in Atlanta, GA. She has a new single out called “Relapse” and is influenced by the likes of Brandi, Chris Brown, Sade, and Anita Baker. In a recent interview on The Progress Report Podcast, Cali Alexandria speaks on her rough upbringing, adjusting to life in the south, signing to nature and views on the current state of R&B.

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Houston artist Yung Martez speaks on being embraced by Slim Thug, Paul Wall, Lil KeKe, & Scarface

Sun, 16 Aug 2020 19:45:48 -0000

Yung Martez talks new project, ‘Certain Moments’, being next up from Houston, Texas, passion for boxing, and fatherhood.

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BeatKing talks the success of “Then Leave”, Cardi B & Drake posting, DJ SpeakerFoxxx, issues with Travis Scott

Mon, 10 Aug 2020 17:28:51 -0000

BeatKing is an artist and producer from Houston, Texas who has been perfecting his craft since 16 years old. He has numerous local hits under his belt and just this year he released his nationwide banger “Then Leave”, landing him a deal with Columbia Records. In a recent interview on The Progress Report Podcast, BeatKing talks changing Houston’s sound, coming up listening to Da Brat and Three 6 Mafia, meeting Gangsta Boo through DJ SpeakerFoxxx and later recording 2 mixtapes, receiving support from Cardi B, Offset, and Drake, fake love in the industry and is considered the Uncle Luke of today’s generation.

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Studieo talks putting on for Arkansas along with Bankroll Freddie, Renni Rucci, being raised by women

Sat, 01 Aug 2020 09:06:20 -0000

Studieo is an Arkansas native with his own label, So Throwed Ent. Studieo not only is an artist, he also produces. On a new episode of The Progress Report Podcast, Studieo speaks on being raised by his grandmother and mom as his father wasn’t in his life and new music with Renni Rucci, Skooly, and Bankroll Freddie.

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Asianae talks getting signed during quarantine, helping women become self-efficient, NO’s when dating

Thu, 30 Jul 2020 13:57:14 -0000

“I am Atlanta”

Asianae is an Atlanta based artist newly signed to Break Em Off Records. Her new single “Dumb” is buzzing throughout Atlanta and encourages women to be self-efficient. On a new episode of The Progress Report Podcast, Asianae talks about the quarantine helping her career, coming up listening to R&B music, the Mermaid Gang, and much more!

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Pluggy Simmons talks Philly roots, relationship with Meek Mill, Gillie The Kid, and selling CDs with his dad

Tue, 28 Jul 2020 05:51:24 -0000

“I never left to leave I left to build a bridge”

Meet Pluggy Simmons of Philly, now residing in Atlanta, GA. In a recent episode of The Progress Report Podcast, Pluggy Simmons talks about selling CDs with his father and brother to make money, unreleased music with Gillie The Kid and Lil Boosie, knowing Meek Mill during his come up.

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“I’m an artist not a rapper, its a difference” 3$ Joe talks about his deceased sister inspiring his career

Tue, 21 Jul 2020 04:14:24 -0000

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“I’m an artist not a rapper, its a difference”

3$ Joe is an artist from the Eastside of Atlanta signed to Last Supper Music Group (LSMG). 3$ Joe talks being an artist, producer, engineer on a new episode of The Progress Report Podcast.

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Freco Talks About Serving 5 Months In Jail, Dancing In Young Thug & Bankroll Fresh Videos, First Day Out

Mon, 20 Jul 2020 02:09:06 -0000

East Atlanta artist Freco talks serving 5 months in jail, getting out early due to Covid-19, creating popular dances and dancing in Young Thug and Bankroll Fresh music videos, and staying creative while serving time.

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Cherae Leri talks meeting Erykah Badu, ‘The Pain That Sex Brings’ new album, and modeling professional since age 3

Wed, 15 Jul 2020 03:33:16 -0000

Houston, Texas artist Cherae Leri talks Texas roots, meeting the goddess, Erykah Badu, new project ‘The Pain That Sex Brings’, and signing as a professional model at age 3 on a new episode of The Progress Report Podcast.

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K-Major on being underrated, writing for Jacquees giving him power, inspired by Soulja Boy

Mon, 13 Jul 2020 17:04:34 -0000

“I won’t have an artist until I pop as an artist, I sign producers and song writers” K-Major

K-Major, formerly known as K-Swag is a singer, songwriter, music producer, engineer, and record label owner. He is a military brat who grew up in Saudi Arabia and eventually relocated to the outskirts of Georgia. K-Major describes himself as a young OG as he has been in the music industry for over 17 years writing for the likes of Jacquees, Jacob Latimore, Issa, and many others and was even signed to Tricky Stewart and The-Dream. In a new interview on The Progress Report Podcast, K-Major talks feeling underrated as a creative, being inspired by Soulja Boy to start his own record label 3MG Entertainment, and writing for major artists being a gift and a curse.

“People want to make you an asshole in this industry”

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Z’No Papi talks being introverted as a result of PTSD, French Montana reaching out to him in the DM

Mon, 13 Jul 2020 16:57:46 -0000

Z’No Papi is an artist from Atlanta, GA who has only been rapping for 1 year. In a new podcast interview on The Progress Report, Z’No discusses having PTSD from growing up in his environment, fatherhood, and Covid-19 impacting his music.

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BRS Kash talks 2 best friends inspiring “Throat Baby”, mom feedback on the record, new deal [The Progress Report]

Sun, 05 Jul 2020 16:05:36 -0000

East Atlanta artist KashKash has been writing music for years and finally got a single that’s heating up nationwide. His song “Throat Baby” is playing in the clubs and radio stations and was released November 2019. In a new interview on The Progress Report Podcast, KashKash speaks on his mother inspiring him to do music, his grind as an independent artist, Bow Wow calling him about his hit single, new record deal, upcoming music with Mulatto, and the inspiration behind “Throat Baby”.

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Erica Banks talks Dallas music scene, signing with 1501 Entertainment, Megan Thee Stallion comparisons

Wed, 24 Jun 2020 17:11:35 -0000

In a new episode of The Progress Report Podcast, Erica Banks talks Dallas, Texas music scene, the main differences from Houston, Texas rap, why she decided to sign to Carl Crawford’s 1501 Entertainment, still wanting to work with Megan Thee Stallion despite rumors saying she’s her clone, DO’s and DON’T’s as a female artist, and women in Hip Hop.

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Emmanual Hudson explains Spoken Reasons outburst, Wild N Out being scripted, backlash dressing like women

Fri, 05 Jun 2020 04:08:01 -0000

“If you are an inspiring entertainer please be prepared for people to switch up on you like that”

Emmanual Hudson is a musician, actor, comedian, and cast member on Wild N Out. On a new episode of The Progress Report Podcast with Lalaa Shepard and DJ eXeL, Emmanual Hudson speaks on the current climate in America, his alter ego Kosher and new single “Chess Moves”, choosing comedy over music and successful social media skits, issues with Spoken Reasons, and the cost of fame.

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Kierra Shiday talks being shocked Gucci Mane wanted to sign her, served in the army for 7 years

Fri, 29 May 2020 16:30:44 -0000

In a new edition of Conversations with Lalaa presented by The Progress Report, Lalaa speaks to Gucci Mane’s new female artist Kierra Shiday. During the interview, Kierra talks about her background growing up in San Antonio, Texas and doing music since the age of 3 and mainly listening to R&B music. Kierra reveals that she recently discovered she could rap and is still in disbelief that Gucci Mane chose to sign her. After serving 7 1/2 years in the army, Keirra Shiday is ready to make a name for herself in the music industry.

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Don P talks Trillville being the bad boys of Crunk, relationship with Lil Jon, Duke Duece, Crime Mob Verzuz Battle

Mon, 25 May 2020 17:17:54 -0000

Don P is the founder of Atlanta Hip Hop trio, Trillville. The group formed in the early 2000s and garnered mainstream success with their hits “Neva Eva” and “Some Cut” which led to a joint album with lil Scrappy in 2004. In a new interview on The Progress Report Podcast, Don P talks Trillville being the bad boys of Crunk music, relationship with Lil Jon, upcoming Trillville movie titled ‘Crunkville’, pays homage to Pastor Troy, Outkast, and Goodie Mob, fatherhood and weight lost.

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Lil Mouse talks getting counted out, “Get Smoked” going viral, drill music to autotune, Chicago

Fri, 22 May 2020 16:45:55 -0000

“Everybody got the same 24 hours ain’t no excuses”

Chicago rapper Lil Mouse has been doing music since the age of 12 and is now 20 years old with over 7 mixtapes. He went viral in 2012 for his record, “Get Smoked” which later became popularized by Lil Wayne and Drake. In a new edition of ‘Conversations with Lalaa presented by The Progress Report’, Lil Mouse makes it clear that he has been writing his own music since he started rapping and that he has grown as an artist and is now doing autotune and less drill music although he is one of the founders of drill music.

Lil Mouse states that he still records with other rappers from Chicago and visits the city frequently. Lil Mouse also discusses getting back motivated after changing management and just released a new single titled “Judge Me” where he addresses feeling underrated.

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Jamar Langley speaks on bringing back R&B music, playing the guitar & working with Zonnique

Wed, 20 May 2020 02:24:43 -0000

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Shawnna talks choosing motherhood over her career, getting back into music, Ludacris and leaving a legacy

Thu, 14 May 2020 04:05:45 -0000

In a new edition of Conversations with Lalaa presented by The Progress Report, Lalaa Shepard catches up with Chicago’s own Shawnna to talk about her upbringing, falling in love with music, raising children, one with special needs, getting discovered by Ludacris and becoming the first lady of Disturbing Tha Peace (DTP), female unity, and her father and legendary guitarist, Buddy Guy.

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Slim 400 Talks ‘Shake Back’, Losing Hearing In One Ear After Shooting, Thoughts On Tekashi Release

Wed, 06 May 2020 18:45:16 -0000

Slim 400 just released a new body of work titled ‘Shake Back’ inspired by his 2019 shooting which left him deaf in one ear. In a new edition of Conversations with Lalaa presented by The Progress Report, Slim 400 talks about his recovery process, passion for acting, fatherhood, insane smoke session with Snoop Dogg, Nipsey Hussle and Tekashi 69.

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Olivia discusses her hiatus, G-Unit, high budget music videos, acting, Love & Hip Hop

Mon, 04 May 2020 18:49:08 -0000

Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report catches up with songstress Olivia about G-Unit prime days, her hiatus from music and entertainment, remaining independent, her thoughts on Love & Hip Hop, and the new era of R&B. Now Olivia is back with a new single “Join Me” and promises that she will release an album this year.

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Lil Woody talks making Gangster music, serving 51 months for a machine gun, Young Thug ands 21 Savage liking his music

Mon, 04 May 2020 18:30:40 -0000

Lil Woody is a gangster rapper from Mechanicsville, Atlanta, GA. In a new edition of Conversations with Lalaa presented by The Progress Report, Lil Woody speaks on his new mixtape ‘I Am The Streets’, discovering his purpose in prison, writing a book, and coming up off Lil Boosie’s music.

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Yak Gotti Talks Appearing On Young Thug’s “Pull Up On A Kid”, “Slime Shit”, and “Dream” and Reacts To Frenchie Gucci Mane

Tue, 21 Apr 2020 18:46:43 -0000

“When you in the studio, you don’t know what these songs gonna do”

Yak Gotti is an original YSL artist that appeared on Young Thug’s “Pull Up On A Kid”, “Slime Shit”, and “Dream” records back in 2015. He even released his own mixtape during that time called ‘Mind Of A Maniac’. In a new edition of Conversations with Lalaa, Yak Gotti explains serving nearly 5 years in prison and still practicing his performances to prepare for his release.

“Being in prison made me appreciate this more, I was perfecting my craft this whole time, reading, writing, and performing. It seemed like I stopped but I never really stopped.”

During the conversation, Yak Gotti discusses knowing Young Thug since 7th grade as they used to play football and they’ve been friends since then. Yak also addresses Frenchie’s recent rant about Gucci Mane involving Young Thug and he explains slime language terminologies.

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K’ona Lisa talks signing with Carl Crawford’s 1501 Entertainment and her experience during Carl and Megan The Stallion’s public issues

Sun, 19 Apr 2020 19:09:34 -0000

Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report speaks to K’ona Lisa about her latest mixtape release ‘Here’, coming up doing freestyles online, balancing raising 4 girls, her career, and her experience during Carl Crawford's public issues with label mate Megan Thee Stallion.

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Parlae Speaks On His IG Live Argument with Fabo on Who Started Snap Music and Created The Lean Wit It Dance

Thu, 16 Apr 2020 21:15:52 -0000

Parlae is a football coach, community activist, actor, and movie writer but most people may know him for being the lead artist in Dem Franchize Boyz. They created numerous hits in the early 2000s such as “White Tee”, “Lean Wit It Rock Wit It”, and “I Think They Like Me”. They are responsible for birthing the snap era movement throughout Atlanta and globally. They even introduced the hip hop scene to fruity loops. In a new interview with Parlae and The Progress Report Podcast, Parlae speaks on his recent IG live debate with D4L member Fabo, owing Dem Franchize Boyz’ success to Jermaine Dupri, and new single with Bloody Jay and Joe Gifted.

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Yung Mal Reacts To Gucci Mane Starting A New Label Roster, Relationships with Quill & Hoodrich Pablo Juan & New Deal

Sat, 11 Apr 2020 00:10:35 -0000

The Progress Report’s own Lalaa Shepard catches up with Yung Mal to talk life changes since the quarantine, ‘6 Rings’ project, relationships with Lil Quill, Hoodrich Pablo Juan, and announces his new deal.

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Apple Bottoms Making A Return In Fashion, Tommie & P Are Dating, Tekashi Almost Free

Mon, 16 Mar 2020 17:16:36 -0000

Everyone has a story to tell!

The Progress Report is a platform for artists, musicians, entrepreneurs & creatives to share their unique journeys to progression and engage with an audience through live on air interviews and online networking. Guests discuss their journeys, products, and services to over 86.4k collective subscribers and viewers via The Progress Report.

The Progress Report weekly live show takes place Wednesday nights in Atlanta at Live Hip Hop Daily Network and is hosted by an all-female cast, Lalaa Shepard (Digital publicist, music manager, music journalist, & media personality), Boss Britt (Event host, club promoter, & media personality), & DJ Exel (Top 20 contestant on VH1’s Master of the Mix, Coalition DJ, Blaque official DJ, & media personality). Past guests have included Zaytoven, OJ Da Juiceman, Orlando Brown, Gunna, Dom Kennedy, Goodie Mob, Lil Boosie, & many others.

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Tatted Tatti Calls In To Talk Black Ink Crew Drama, Relationship with Teddy & Donna, What’s Real and Fake

Fri, 13 Mar 2020 05:11:13 -0000

“The show is real, every fight you’ve seen is a real fight”

Tatted Tatti is a cast member on VH1s Black Ink Crew New York. She recently called in to The Progress Report Podcast to share her experience getting into the tattoo industry, her relationships with cast members Teddy and Donna, issues with cheap tattoos, and what inspired her to keep going after a rough season one.

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Jaylii Talks ‘Before The Album’ Mixtape, Recording with K Camp, Dealing with Independent Labels

Fri, 13 Mar 2020 04:29:54 -0000

“As an artist, you’ve got to know a little bit of everything. People change, the game don’t change”

Jaylii (JayliiGotJuice) talks making The Progress Report theme song, gearing up to release her first mixtape, ‘Before The Album Mixtape’, mental space, relationship with K Camp, and thoughts on Megan Thee Stallion’s deal and past issues being signed to independent label in a recent interview on The Progress Report Podcast.

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Mook Boy Talks Charting Billboard From Jail, West Orlando Music Scene, Plies & Boosie Reaching Out To Him

Fri, 13 Mar 2020 04:16:57 -0000

Mook Boy is an artist from West Orlando also known as Mook Boy Fly Goon. In a recent interview on The Progress Report Podcast, Mook Boy talks charting Billboard independently from jail, Plies and Boosie reaching out to him to record music, and streets to rapper transition.

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Cliff Da General Talks Akron Ohio Music Scene & Sister and Producer Getting Killed Inspiring Him To Go Harder

Fri, 13 Mar 2020 04:13:29 -0000

Cliff Da General is an artist and businessman man from Akron, Ohio. He is a proud father of 5 and also the caregiver for his sisters children after she passed away. During a recent interview on The Progress Report Podcast, Cliff discusses getting into music, diversifying his brand, and music with Joe Green and KC Da Beatmonster.

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Street Money Boochie Talks Bankroll Fresh, ‘In Bank We Trust’ Album and Delay, & Continuing A Legacy

Tue, 03 Mar 2020 20:31:21 -0000

Street Money Boochie is a rapper from Summerhill, Zone 3 of Atlanta, GA. He is also known for being the late, Bankroll Fresh’s cousin and business partner. In a new interview on The Progress Report Podcast, Boochie talks Bankroll Fresh’s album, ‘In Bank We Trust’ getting his name from Bankroll’s mom, working with Timbaland, and details how Street Money Worldwide began.

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“It Gets Scary When You Legendary In The Hood” Up Close & Personal with Koly P

Sun, 23 Feb 2020 19:29:33 -0000

“I just wanna stay alive” (Koly P)

Mike Lee better known as Koly P is a rapper from Broward County, Florida. In a recent interview on The Progress Report Podcast, Koly P talks growing up in a two family household, issues with his dad, being shot 3 times in his hometown, winning lobster and shrimp while in prison, and relationships with Kodak Black and Xxxtentacion.

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Cash Talk Talks Music & Robbing with DaeDae, Growing Up Around Drugs, Getting The Game From His Mom

Wed, 12 Feb 2020 21:56:15 -0000

“My momma raised me right, I did wrong on my own”

Cash Talk is a rapper from Atlanta, GA, Zone 3. In a recent interview on The Progress Report Podcast, Cash Talk talks growing up around drugs but never selling drugs, robbing with rapper DaeDae as a youngster, getting into music and rehearsing 3 times per week, and his close relationship with rapper 24 Heavy.

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Vintage Lee Talks About The Boston Music Scene & Creating Mood Music

Wed, 12 Feb 2020 21:52:25 -0000

“I think I can fuck with any type of crowd”

Vintage Lee is a female artist from Boston, Massachusetts. In a recent interview on The Progress Report Podcast, Vintage Lee discusses the Boston music scene, opening up for acts such as Rico Nasty, YG, Cousin Stizz, Ray Moon, advice for other indie artists, and her ‘Draw 2’ EP concept being inspired by the game UNO.

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Real Recognize Rio Speaks On Being Signed To 21 Savage, Past Immigration Issues, Rumors & Expectations

Wed, 12 Feb 2020 21:49:52 -0000

Real Recognize Rio is an artist from Atlanta, GA now signed to 21 Savage’ record label, Slaughter Gang.

“Everybody got a position”

In a recent interview on The Progress Report Podcast, Rio addresses rumors and expectations that come with being signed to 21 Savage. Rio also discusses his upbringing and always knowing he would become a rapper.

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DJ Funky, Daz Dillinger & Ku Talk Producing For Tupac, Smoking With Snoop & BMF Era In Atlanta

Wed, 12 Feb 2020 21:42:59 -0000

In a long overdue interview with Coalition DJs vice president, DJ Funky and The Progress Report Podcast, Funky talks about his upbringing in Kansas City, starting out as a bartender then becoming a DJ, getting into the cannabis industry, celebrating 12 years as a Coalition DJ, having 11 albums and never having to pay for a verse. The legendary Daz Dillinger also was present for the interview and shares unheard stories about Tupac and his cousin Snoop.

“Tupac was a workaholic and showed us how to record 5 songs per day”

The guys also talk about experiencing the BMF movement and their unreleased film called ‘Make It Rain’ dating back to 2007 capturing the BMF era in the strip clubs and dialogue from the strippers starring Kandi, Shawty Shawty, Bruce Bruce, and several well known entertainers.

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Kwony Cash Talks Life After Prison, Being Underestimated As An Artist & Getting Cheated On

Wed, 12 Feb 2020 19:22:22 -0000

“When I work on a project I just put my all into it” (Kwony Cash)

Kwony Cash is a music producer, platinum recording artist, and engineer from the Westside of Atlanta, GA. In a new edition of ‘Conversations with Lalaa’ presented by The Progress Report, Kwony discusses his upbringing, being raised by a single mother with 5 children, his introduction to music, and his prison sentence which happened around the same time his single “Money Baby” with K Camp began buzzing.

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Da Oracle Talks Having A Buzz In Atlanta, Recording 1000 Songs In 8 Months, Sacrifices Made For His Career

Wed, 29 Jan 2020 04:02:50 -0000

Da Oracle is an artist from Decatur, GA with a massive buzz in the city of Atlanta. In a recent interview on The Progress Report Podcast, Da Oracle talks about his work ethic, passion for videography, and not losing sight of the bigger picture.

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OJ Da Juiceman Talks Reuniting With Gucci, Getting Booed In NYC, Writing Music, & Living With Diabetes

Mon, 27 Jan 2020 16:47:21 -0000

“Whatever you doing in life just stay 1000 at it and God gon bless you” (OJ Da Juiceman)

Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report recently caught up with trap legend, OJ Da Juiceman for a new edition of ‘Conversations with Lalaa’. During the sit down conversation, OJ speaks on releasing his back catalog of music to streaming sites, still writing his music instead of freestyling, and remaining an independent artist. OJ also opened up about reuniting with his longtime friend, Gucci Mane and thoughts on his work ethic since being released from prison in 2016. OJ Da Juiceman also recalls getting hate from making the 2010 XXL Freshman list, getting booed at BB Kings in NYC in 2011, and living life with diabetes.

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Sukihana Talks Jerry Springer Appearance, Lesbian Sex, Misconceptions, & Raising Kids

Wed, 15 Jan 2020 01:10:21 -0000

“I Aint Never Dreamed That Big To Think I Would Be Sukihana” Sukihana AKA “Suki With The Good Coochie” is an artist originally from Delaware now residing in Atlanta, GA. In a new interview on The Progress Report, Suki speaks on stereotypes about sex, signs of good box, social media challenges, relating to women worldwide, motherhood, and progress.

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Swamp Izzo Talks Seeing Future, Young Thug, & Shawty Lo Rise To Fame & Says Ralo Will Be Free Soon

Wed, 15 Jan 2020 01:03:25 -0000

“I came up struggling like everybody else in the streets, music was an outlet” (DJ Swamp Izzo) DJ Swamp Izzo is a DJ, radio personality at V103 Atlanta, and industry plug originally from South Carolina now residing in Atlanta, GA. In the latest installment of Conversations with Lalaa Shepard presented by The Progress Report, Swamp Izzo talks about Lil Jon and the Crunk era of music influencing his decision to relocate from New York to ATL. “If I didn’t deal with you I wouldn’t play your music” (DJ Swamp Izzo) Swamp Izzo has always been influential in musicians careers and was there from day one until now with artists such as Young Scooter, Future, Young Thug, Shawty Lo, Big Bank Black, D4L, Rich Kidz, Soulja Boy, Kwony Cash, Parlae, and Ralo, and even mentions that Ralo will be a free man sooner than later during the sit down conversation with Lalaa. “I used to let people hear Young Thug’s mixtapes and nobody would listen… I have songs with Young Thug that people have never heard to this day” (DJ Swamp Izzo) “I was there when Shawty Lo was getting $0 for a show to $40,000 for a show” (DJ Swamp Izzo) “Everywhere we used to go I would just pray because Shawty Lo was so street” (DJ Swamp Izzo) Swamp Izzo is a wave creator and would rather set trends than follow them. During the conversation with Lalaa, Swamp Izzo recalls choosing to do a mixtape with Kwony Cash over 2 Chainz and still having great relationships with each of these artists to this day. “You have to have good energy around you, sometimes the energy will make you give up” (DJ Swamp Izzo) Another influential part of DJ Swamp Izzo’s career is DJ’n at the infamous Blue Flame Strip Club in ATL. However, Swamp Izzo does not consider himself to be a “strip club DJ” and shares how becoming a household name at the club happened by chance. “The Blue Flame was an accident, I never was a strip club type person” (DJ Swamp Izzo) In addition to his endeavors in the music industry, DJ Swamp Izzo is a proud father and he has toured Afghanistan with President Obama.

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Meet Hit Producer Dun Deal & His New Artist Foreign Eli

Wed, 15 Jan 2020 00:54:45 -0000

Dun Deal is a music producer known for creating “Stoner” for Young Thug, “Hannah Montana” for Migos, “Point In My Life” for Gucci Mane, and countless other records. In addition to producing for new talent, Dun Deal is also the owner of Atlanta based studios, Deaf Star Studios. In the latest installment of ‘Conversations with Lalaa Shepard’ presented by The Progress Report, Dun Deal introduces his new artist, Foreign Eli.

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DJ Scream Talks Coming Up With Shawty Lo, Mixtape Era, Rick Ross Signing Him

Wed, 15 Jan 2020 00:47:40 -0000

In a new installment of ‘Conversations with Lalaa presented by The Progress Report’, Lalaa Shepard converses with the legendary DJ Scream about his upbringing and contributions to the Hip Hop culture. DJ Scream is the co-founder of Hoodrich Entertainment, an official Maybach Music Group (MMG) DJ, owner of Hoodrich Radio, and one of the most notorious DJs in the urban culture. During the sit down conversation, DJ Scream recalls falling in love with the art of being a DJ and tells a story of how his parents met at a record store. Scream appreciated how DJs could control a room but still was able to maintain a low profile, motivating him to pursue a career as a DJ. “Atlanta was the club capital” DJ Scream DJ Scream has hosted hundreds of mixtapes and counting. He has helped launch the careers of several artists dating back to crunk music, snap music, and eventually trap music. DJ Scream even knew Lil Baby and Marlo when they were little kids. “We got more studios than liquor stores” DJ Scream During the peak of the mixtape era, DJs were the official stamp to any artists body of work. During the conversation, DJ Scream shares a story of Shawty Lo convincing Rocko to do his mixtape with DJ Scream instead of a ‘Gangsta Grillz’ mixtape with DJ Drama. That tape would later become known as ‘Swag Season’ and it was during this time that DJ Scream first met Future, which eventually produced mixtapes, ‘1000’, 'Dirty Sprite’, and ‘Astronaut Status’. “It seems like it was such a blur cause at that time we were just tryna’ get it” DJ Scream Streaming brought a major shift to the music industry and with change comes adjustments and DJ Scream gets vocal about his thoughts on the streaming era and why he never limited himself to just being a DJ. In addition to being a mixtape DJ, tour DJ, and former club DJ, DJ Scream hosts Hoodrich Radio and has interviewed entertainers of all backgrounds such as Pinky the porn star, J Prince, Janet Jackson, and many more. “Nipsey Hussle pushed me, during the few times I met him (he didn’t know me but he knew who I was) but he would push me like you gotta get on it cuz, you gotta go man, what you waiting on, come on Scream” With success comes hate and envy and as a successful artist, you become a target for violence. DJ Scream opens up about the losses of rappers Bankroll Fresh, Slim Dunkin, Doe B, Chinx, and Nipsey Hussle. DJ Scream continues to enhance upcoming artists careers through his Hoodrich brand and MMG venture.

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Troy Ave Talks Fighting Cases, New Album ‘White Christmas 7’, Paying Homage To BMF

Tue, 14 Jan 2020 23:54:15 -0000

“I had to find motivation within myself”

Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report recently chopped it up with Brooklyn’s own Troy Ave about life, music, and entrepreneurship. Troy Ave just released his latest project ‘White Christmas 7’ and is currently fighting for his freedom. During the conversation, Troy Ave speaks on raising 2 boys, BMF, and the independent hustle.

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Up Close & Personal With Gunna

Tue, 14 Jan 2020 22:58:38 -0000

Recorded March 8, 2018.

“You Gone Win Every Time If You Outworking Everybody” Lalaa Shepard recently spoke with YSL’s latest, Gunna on The Progress Report. Gunna has been making noise in the streets and online with his Drip Season series and is rumored to make XXL’s Freshman list. During the interview, Gunna shares a funny story involving his mentor, Young Thug and details the label functions within YSL. Gunna also defines Atlanta’s “new” sound and speaks on rappers obsession with drugs and its effects. Lastly, Gunna speaks of Meek Mill’s current incarceration and the difficulty of balancing the streets and a music career. Tune into #TheProgressReport every Wednesday night 9-11 PM EST. via The Highly Unique Radio App or watch us live via Facebook/ The Progress Report 101. Email TheProgressReportMediaGroup@gmail.com for all interview inquiries. Instagram @Only1_Gunna @TheProgressReport101 @LalaaShep Website: www.TheProgressReportMediaGroup.com Please like & subscribe to our Youtube channel & leave a comment, thanks!

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Domani Speaks On Making A Name For Himself, Getting Curved By J Cole, Reality TV, & Mental Battles

Tue, 14 Jan 2020 22:52:39 -0000

“I always felt I had something to say”

Domani Harris is more than T.I.’s son, he is a musician and creative and student of the game. On the newest edition of Conversations with Lalaa Shepard presented by The Progress Report, Domani speaks on overcoming mental hardships, growing up in the public eye, music, touring with Big K.R.I.T and Rapsody, and meeting J Cole and Jay-Z.

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Young Dro Speaks On “Shoulder Lean” Grossing $14 Million, Coming Up With T.I., Millions On Fashion

Tue, 14 Jan 2020 22:44:23 -0000

“The reason why the city (ATL) is on fire right now is because we sparked the flame”

Young Dro is a rapper from the Westside of Atlanta, Center Hill to be exact. He has been performing since the age of 8 and sang in the choir with his grandma as a young boy. Young Dro has over 18 brothers and sisters and grew up with his mother as his father was on drugs. During a sit down conversation with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report, Young Dro opens up about his past. During the sit down, Dro talks becoming Young Dro, he and his mother being shot, spending millions on fashion during his career, crunk and snap music era, appearing on XXL’s first ever Freshman Class List in 2007, relationships with T.I., Rocko, Gucci Mane, Yung LA, Shawty Lo, Pimp C, Boosie, and Spodee, his community foundation, upcoming book, glasses, and acting gigs.

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Zaytoven Compares Sober Gucci Mane From High Gucci & Runs Down Memory Lane

Tue, 14 Jan 2020 22:01:23 -0000

Recorded January 2, 2018.

In a recent interview with Lalaa Shepard & The Progress Report, producer Zaytoven opens up about his personal life and career like never before. Zaytoven recalls his favorite records that he produced and plans for his debut album, ‘Trap Holizay' in which he promises will be an instant classic similar to Dr. Dre’s, ‘The Chronic’. Zaytoven details working with Jay Z, new label deal and rates his favorite artists on content, creativity and work ethic. The Trap God producer also drops gems for upcoming producers regarding best investments and tips for a healthy marriage. Tune into #TheProgressReport every Wednesday night 9-11 PM EST. via The Highly Unique Radio App or watch us live via Facebook/ The Progress Report 101. Email TheProgressReportMediaGroup@gmail.com for all interview inquiries. Instagram @ZaytovenBeatz @LalaaShep @TheProgressReport101 Website: www.TheProgressReportMediaGroup.com Please like & subscribe to our Youtube channel & leave a comment, thanks!

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OJ Da Juiceman Opens Up About The Music Industry & Relationship With Gucci Mane

Tue, 14 Jan 2020 21:23:53 -0000

Recorded May 25, 2017.

In a recent interview with Lalaa Shepard & The Progress Report, one of trap music’s creators, OJ Da Juiceman opens up about his past and details intimate stories about his life and music career from having his sister help him write music, coping with diabetes, discovering nearly every successful producer such as Lex Lugar, Sonny Digital, Metro Boomin, Zaytoven, Mike Will Made It, and several others. OJ speaks on creating a new lingo and setting standards in rap music and how things are more acceptable today than they were when he was coming up. OJ details how his innate nature of being a hustler made him a successful independent artist enabling him to release over 40 mixtape and 2 albums. OJ even shares how getting robbed out of millions of dollars changed how he moved in the music industry and how no one believed in his biggest hit to date, “Make The Trap Say Aye”. Despite taking over 2 years to break, he never stopped believing in himself. “Slow money is better than no money”. OJ even stated that he and Gucci Mane will work soon when the time is right and wants upcoming artists to learn the music business so they can keep their profits. Please like & subscribe! Thanks. IG @TheProgressReport101 @LalaaShepard @OJDaJuiceman32

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Payton Moore Talks Being A Part Of A Girls Group At Age 13 & Singing Since The Age Of 8

Tue, 14 Jan 2020 16:25:28 -0000

Payton Moore is a singer and songwriter from LA, born and raised in Atlanta, GA. In a recent interview on The Progress Report, Payton speaks on being a part of a girls group called Charm at the age of 13 and going on tour with Mindless Behavior. She is currently pursuing her solo career and is only focused on releasing singles and not albums.

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Dede Collier Talks Lesbian Stereotypes, Going Viral, Differences Between A Dyke, Stud, Stem & Fem

Tue, 14 Jan 2020 05:21:25 -0000

Dede Collier is an entertainer and social media influencer known for her rants online. She is also known as the stud goat. In a recent interview on The Progress Report, Dede discusses moving from Tampa, Florida to Atlanta to pursue her career, getting offers from Rickey Smiley to do stand up comedy, and breaks down differences between a dyke, stud, stem, and fem.