BigKayBeezy on Catching a Case at 18 During His Big Break, Fighting Depression (Part 1)
Watch the full interview now as a VladTV Youtube Member – https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCg7lal8IC-xPyKfgH4rdUcA/join ——– BigKayBeezy sat down with Shawn Prez for his first-ever VladTV interview, and the Chicago rapper started off by speaking about being depressed while fighting for his life behind bars. He explained that he had to keep faith in himself and his legal […]
John Salley on Delonte West and Mental Health in the NBA (Flashback)
In this VladTV Flashback from 2019, VladTV regular and multiple time NBA champion John Salley reacted to the first of many viral images of former NBA hooper Delonte West as he appeared homeless. This prompted Salley to discuss mental health on a wider scale as it pertained to professional athletes.
Juelz on Signing 1st Record Deal Before Meeting Cam’ron, Caught in East West Beef (Part 2)
Watch the full interview now as a VladTV Youtube Member – https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCg7lal8IC-xPyKfgH4rdUcA/join Part 1: https://youtu.be/khHgrTKYIyU ——– In this clip, Juelz Santana talks about his first rap group, The Draft Picks, and the release of one of their first singles, “Play Rough” featuring Memphis Bleek and Tracy Lee. Moving along, he explains why it was a […]
Azie Faison Tells the Real Story of ‘Paid in Full’ (Movie Released 20 Years Ago Today)
Azie Faison returned to VladTV five years after his classic interview with DJ Vlad. He began by revisiting his upbringing in 1960s and 1970s New York, revealing his mother had five children by the time she was 20 years old. Faison talked about Rich Porter selling heroin at the age of 12 and dropping out […]
Yung Baby Details the Night He Got Shot 35 Times and Survived (Flashback)
In this VladTV Flashback from last year, Yung Baby discussed growing up in Trenton, New Jersey. He explained that everything was good until around middle school when he started catching charges, the first being a robbery charge at 12. From there, Yung Baby detailed losing 8 friends by the time he was 18, which led […]
Icewear Vezzo on Being the First Detroit Rapper to Sign to Motown (Flashback)
In this VladTV Flashback from last year, Icewear Vezzo talked about learning what love was during his incarceration and concluded that he couldn’t love his family if he was allowing himself to be locked away from them. He also described being the first Detroit rapper signed to Motown. He admitted that he signed the deal […]
Boss Top Refuses to Talk About the Night He Saw King Von Killed (Flashback)
In this flashback, Boss Top talked about building his own buzz as a rapper. He acknowledged that he still had more work to do before speaking about the events that led up to King Von’s passing. He refused to detail the fatal shooting and only talked about finding out one of his other friends was […]
Jason Lee on His Mom Being an Addict & Sex Worker, Dad Had 7 Kids Outside His Marriage (Part 1)
Watch the full interview now as a VladTV Youtube Member – https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCg7lal8IC-xPyKfgH4rdUcA/join ——– Jason Lee, creator of Hollywood Unlocked, sat down for his first-ever VladTV interview, and Vlad started off by speaking about their background. Jason then spoke about a lasting conversation that he had with Vlad during one of their early meetings, which was […]
Charlamagne Tha God: Kanye West Is a Walking Contradiction Now (Flashback)
In this VladTV Flashback from 2013, Charlamagne Tha God explains why he thinks Kanye is contradicting himself with the message he’s sending in “Yeezus,” and the way he’s living his life. Charlamagne also reveals why he thinks Kanye is “bamboozling” everyone with the way he’s acting.
Tony Yayo on 50 Cent Dropping ‘Ghetto Quran’, Supreme Disliking 50 (Flashback)
In this VladTV Flashback from earlier this year, Tony Yayo talked about the impact of 50 Cent dropping “Ghetto Quran,” and the reputation boost he got in Queens as a result. He talked about Supreme McGriff disliking the record but made it clear that 50 Cent was one of four people he knew that wasn’t […]
DDG on Dating Halle Bailey, Amanda Seales, Blueface & Chrisean, Being Valedictorian (Full Interview)
In this full-length interview, DDG briefly touched on his upcoming video for “Bulletproof Maybach” with Offset. From there, DDG reflects back on the success of “Arguments” before talking about the making of “Love Myself” with Kevin Gates. This led to DDG speaking about going on tour with Kevin and being able to play to bigger […]
Krayzie Says Bone Thugs Would Fight Fans Who Tested Their Street Cred (Flashback)
In this VladTV Flashback from 2016, Krayzie Bone recounted Bone Thugs-N-Harmony’s street cred often being tested due to the lifestyle they rapped about; however, they were always prepared to fight back. “We had to show them every time.” He explained, “People would run up and try to test us.”
Akon: My “Lighting Africa” Project Expanded into US, Started Buying Out Solar Companies (Part 3)
Watch the full interview now as a VladTV Youtube Member – https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCg7lal8IC-xPyKfgH4rdUcA/join Part 2: https://youtu.be/Wzk9uAka0KU Part 1: https://youtu.be/zZnfxIHolxA ——– In this clip, Akon addressed his “Lighting Africa” project, which he says is still growing. Akon added that the project has moved to the U.S., and he spoke about partnering with the Biden administration for his […]
Muggsy Bogues: Anthony Davis is Cool But He’s No Shaq (Flashback)
In this VladTV Flashback from last year, Muggsy Bogues spoke on the comparison between Anthony Davis and Shaq, especially due to the fact that Davis has been playing for the Lakers, who went on a championship run in the previous season with his help. Despite the comparison, Bogues made it clear that he thinks Davis […]
Akon Breaks Down His “Akoin” Cryptocurrency, Vlad Asks How Much Akoin He Owns (Part 2)
Watch the full interview now as a VladTV Youtube Member – https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCg7lal8IC-xPyKfgH4rdUcA/join Part 1: https://youtu.be/zZnfxIHolxA ——– In this clip, Akon talked about his “Akoin” cryptocurrency and how it’s already in use over in Africa. Akon detailed why it makes sense for people to use it on the continent and how he got the idea to […]
Faizon Love & Vlad Get Into a Heated Argument about Kanye’s Antics (Flashback)
In this VladTV Flashback from earlier this year, Faizon Love attempts to ascertain Kanye West’s behavior, in wake of his divorce with Kim Kardashian and her new relationship with Pete Davidson. The actor/comedian offers up a bit of apathy for the Chicago rapper, indicating that he is the father of their children and emotions were […]
Akon on Akon City Completed in 2026, Will Have Akon Tower & Biggest Hospital in Africa (Part 1)
Watch the full interview now as a VladTV Youtube Member – https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCg7lal8IC-xPyKfgH4rdUcA/join ——– Akon came through for yet another VladTV interview, and Vlad and Akon spoke about their friendship, which has spanned nearly 20 years. He then responded to being asked about plans for “Akon City” in Senegal, and Akon explained that Covid didn’t cause […]
De’Aundre Bonds Wouldn’t Wear Kanye’s “White Lives Matter” Shirt, Not Offended By It (Part 1)
Watch the full interview now as a VladTV Youtube Member – https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCg7lal8IC-xPyKfgH4rdUcA/join ——– De’Aundre Bonds came through for yet another VladTV interview, and he started off by speaking about “Snowfall” and reacting to Vlad being a huge fan of the series. He explained that he was trying to take advantage of the opportunity that John […]
Michael Jai White on What He Would’ve Done if Will Smith Slapped Him (Flashback)
In this VladTV Flashback from earlier this year, Michael Jai White shared his thoughts on the viral Oscars moment where Will Smith slapped Chris Rock, and Michael explained that he has purposefully kept his distance from the situation. Michael then explained that he tries to stay away from situations that he feels are bullying, and […]
Illmind on Drake & Kanye West Boycotting The Grammys (Flashback)
In this VladTV Flashback, Illmind started off speaking about working on “Heard About Us” on Jay-Z and Beyoncé’s “The Carters” album, which led to Illmind getting his first Grammy. During the conversation, Illmind shared his thoughts on Drake and Kanye boycotting the Grammys, and he stated that you have to commend them for standing on […]
AJ Johnson on Only Making $4k for ‘House Party’, Not Feeling LeBron’s Reboot (Flashback)
In this VladTV Flashback from earlier this year, AJ Johnson revealed that she was only paid $4K for her standout role in the iconic film “House Party” film. She then reflected back on the thrill of working with the cast of the original ‘House Party’ film and discloses why she opted not to take part […]
Freeway Ricky Breaks Down Why Rappers Catch RICO Charges (Flashback)
In this VladTV Flashback from last year, Freeway Ricky explained why rappers always seem to find themselves caught up on RICO charges. He even detailed facing RICO charges himself and how he fought against them. Considering the YSL case and most recently New Jersey rapper Tsu Surf being brought up on RICO charges, Freeway’s break […]
Isaiah Washington on Suge Knight Causing Harrison Ford Film to Change After Threats (Part 12)
Watch the full interview now as a VladTV Youtube Member – https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCg7lal8IC-xPyKfgH4rdUcA/join Part 11: https://youtu.be/gYPJQTXxAFE Part 1: https://youtu.be/GKLPm-9G4kA ——– In this clip, Isaiah Washington spoke about being in “Hollywood Homicide” with Harrison Ford, which he said was the “last straw” for him because he was being typecast. Isaiah explained that he was working for less […]
Gilbert Arenas on White Celtics Fans Calling Him the N-Word with “Hard R” (Flashback)
In this VladTV Flashback from earlier this year, Gilbert Arenaas continued to speak more about LeBron, and he explained why he agrees with the fan being thrown out of a game for making a disparaging remark about LeBron’s son. Gilbert also spoke about white Celtics fans calling him the n-word with a hard “r,” which […]
Tony Yayo on What He Spent His First Million Dollars On (Part 29)
Watch the full interview now as a VladTV Youtube Member – https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCg7lal8IC-xPyKfgH4rdUcA/join Part 28: https://youtu.be/A8vKYpaZz74 Part 1: https://youtu.be/WlrZ6YBiXes ——– In this clip, Tony Yayo spoke about spending his first million on two houses, and he explained how he didn’t understand that real estate agents were making a commission. Tony also explained that he felt pressured […]
Charleston White: 2Pac Played Gangsta and Ended Up Playing Himself (Flashback)
In this VladTV Flashback from last year, Charleston White continued talking about Hip Hop’s role in the violence within the Black community and said Drill music is fueling much of today’s crime. He explained that he attacks rappers publicly for tricking listeners into wanting to be gangsters. He questioned how people would view Suge Knight […]
John Salley on Antonio Brown’s Blond Mustache: He Needs Better Friends (Flashback)
In this VladTV Flashback from 2019, John Salley opined on Antonio Brown, first ripping him for the blond mustache and later discussing his off the field saga earlier this year. John Salley said that he believes AB was right in what he said about the NFL but it was ultimately something that shouldn’t have been […]
Lil Zay Osama Agrees with Boosie: You Can’t Be a Gangster and a Rapper (Flashback)
In this VladTV Flashback from 2019, Lil Zay Osama and Vlad spoke about how you can’t be gangster and make music at the same time. Zay said he witnessed this first hand and also said it’s weird. He noted he only wanted to focus on the music and nothing else. The rapper pointed out that […]
Michael Jai White on Kanye West: Money Exposed Him Being an A**hole (Flashback)
In this VladTV Flashback from 2020, Michael Jai White explained the effects that wealth and power has on an individual. Using Kanye West and his Harriet Tubman comments as an example, Michael Jai White stated that the people that can check or criticize a person’s actions or comments are usually banished because they don’t seek […]
Ras Kass on Losing First Deal While in Jail, Coolio Helping with Second Deal (Flashback)
In this VladTV Flashback from 2018, Ras Kass explained his life growing up in Watts, describing it as an average upbringing and didn’t get into a lot of trouble. He later detailed how he started getting interested in hip-hop and writing his first rhymes. Ras Kass also recounted how he lost his first record deal while […]
Mike Tyson on Warning 2Pac About Haitian Jack (Flashback)
In this VladTV Flashback from 2020, Mike Tyson went into more detail about his friendship with 2Pac, and warning the late rapper about hanging out with Hatian Jack. Mike explained that he told 2Pac that he was “out of his league” hanging out with Jack.
Boosie on Atlanta Celebs Supporting ‘BMF’ But Not His Movie Premiere (Flashback)
In this VladTV Flashback from last year, Boosie reacted to Lil Duval’s tweet criticizing celebrities for their failure to support Boosie’s premiere as strongly as they did for 50 Cent’s “BMF” premiere. Fast forward to this past weekend with the premiere of his latest film “Waterboyz,” and Boosie is faced with the same issue of […]
Lil Baby Never Wanted to Rap, Coach K Compared Him to Jeezy (Flashback)
In this VladTV Flashback. Lil Baby talks about how his rap career began. He admits that managers Coach K and Pee were the ones that urged him to become a rapper. He mentioned that he got his rap name by being the youngest one in his crew. When he was a teenager, most of the […]
Charlamagne: Kanye West Becoming President Isn’t Too Far-Fetched (Flashback)
In this VladTV Flashback from 2015, Charlamagne said he thinks Kanye should run now while celebrity politicians are appearing now more than ever. “Now would be a great year to run. You got this motherf***ing celeb-reality star Donald Trump out there running, and his celebrity is getting him a lot of attention. So why wouldn’t […]
Tonesa Welch on Southwest T & Big Meech Working Under Her Operation (Flashback)
In this VladTV Flashback, Tonesa Welch opened up about having a baby with Harold Mills, and she went on to speak about meeting Southwest T and Big Meech before they started BMF. Tonesa explained that she didn’t know what the brothers were doing in deep detail, but she knew they were in the streets. From […]
BG Knocc Out Blames Russell Simmons for Jam Master Jay Going Back to Hustling (Flashback)
In this VladTV Flashback from 2020, BG Knocc Out reacted to the story of James Timothy Norman, co-star of the former OWN show “Welcome to Sweetie Pies” and son of the star, Miss Robbie, being charged in a murder-for-hire plot on his 18-year-old nephew. He also explained why he believes Russell Simmons is a major […]
Charlamagne: 2pac, Biggie & Jay Z Are the True Kings of Hip-Hop (Flashback)
In this flashback from 2015, Charlamagne explained why he doesn’t believe that Eminem is the “king of hip-hop,” adding that you have to break it down in terms of who has influenced the culture the most. Charlamagne went on to state that Jay-Z, 2Pac and Biggie are the kings of hip-hop, with Charlemagne believing that […]
TK Kirkland on PNB Rock: Wearing $100K Chains to Roscoe’s in the Hood is Insane (Part 1)
Watch the full interview now as a VladTV Youtube Member – https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCg7lal8IC-xPyKfgH4rdUcA/join (iPhone Youtube App users click this link: https://www.vladtv.com/join ) ——– TK Kirkland came through for yet another VladTV interview, and he started off speaking about the recent death of rapper PnB Rock, as Vlad pointed out that the location he was at was […]
Freeway Ricky on How He Laundered His Drug Money, Much Harder Today (Flashback)
In this VladTV Flashback from last year, Freeway Ricky spoke about guys in the streets laundering their money after revealing that Harry O’s brother had nearly $1 million in cars in his garage when he passed. Vlad asked how people were able to stay under the radar by flashing their money, and Freeway stated that […]
Yung Joc on PnB Rock’s Death, Girlfriend Blamed for Sharing Their Location (Part 1)
Watch the full interview now as a VladTV Youtube Member – https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCg7lal8IC-xPyKfgH4rdUcA/join (iPhone Youtube App users click this link: https://www.vladtv.com/join ) ——– Yung Joc came through for yet another VladTV interview, and he started off speaking to Shawn Prez about his previous sit-downs making waves and going viral. From there, Yung Joc reacted to the […]
Bizarre on How D12 Got Tricked into Doing an Eminem Diss Track with Canibus (Flashback)
In this VladTV Flashback from earlier this year, Bizarre spoke about Eminem doing a track called “Trapped,” where he paid tribute to Proof, and Bizarre also addressed Eminem’s “P” chain that he used to wear. Moving along, Bizarre spoke about dropping his second solo album, “Blue Cheese and Coney Island,” which he said paid homage […]
John Salley on Rajon Rondo’s Girl Attacking Attendant (Flashback)
In this VladTV Flashback from 2020, John Salley shares his thoughts on Rajon Rondo and his girlfriend being sued for $1 million by a parking lot attendant that was in an altercation with Rondo’s girlfriend. John then questioned if the incident was behind the Lakers’ decision not to re-sign Rondo for this season, which led […]
FUBU Co-Founder J. Alexander Martin Tells His Life Story (Full Interview)
In this full-length interview, the co-founder of FUBA, J. Alexander Martin, sits down with DJ Vlad and talks about being adopted into a family that provided him with business goals and structure at a very young age. The legendary fashion designer also talks about growing up in Queens and meeting two of his future co-founders […]
Tray Deee: Even Snoop Dogg Can’t Pull Up “Cripped Out” in Certain Blood Hoods (Flashback)
In this VladTV Flashback from 2019, Tray Deee explained that there are still color wars in neighborhoods today. When asked if there is anyone that is well known enough that can go to any neighborhood, Tray Deee explained that not even Snoop Dogg is safe in literally any neighborhood.
China Mac on Rappers Telling on Themselves: You Might as Well Turn Yourself In (Part 11)
Watch the full interview now as a VladTV Youtube Member – https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCg7lal8IC-xPyKfgH4rdUcA/join (iPhone Youtube App users click this link: https://www.vladtv.com/join ) Part 10: https://youtu.be/UFsR1N3kvYs Part 1: https://youtu.be/KqFfgW7OucU ——– In this clip, DJ Vlad and China Mac take a look at the RICO case involving Young Thug, Gunna, and their YSL associates, before discussing why the […]
John Salley on Scottie Pippen Not Liking Dennis Rodman at First (Flashback)
In this VladTV Flashback from 2019, John Salley spoke about Dennis Rodman and Scottie Pippen sitting down together on ESPN’s The Jump, where they said that the Bulls could’ve gone 50-0 during the ’99 lockout. Interestingly enough, John revealed that when Rodman initially joined the Bulls he wasn’t liked that much by Scottie.
Tray Deee Details His Stand Off with Death Row Bloods at the Source Awards (Flashback)
In this VladTV Flashback from 2019, Tray Deee spoke about being mentioned in Prodigy’s memoir. Tray Deee was among Snoop’s entourage at the 2nd annual Source Awards, just after Snoop’s and Dre’s split with Death Row. He said Suge’s goons were at the awards with intentions of disrupting Snoop and Dre from accepting an award. […]
Craig Hodges on Playing for San Diego Clippers, Owned by Racist Donald Sterling (Flashback)
In this VladTV Flashback from 2020, Craig Hodges recounted being drafted in 1985 and playing for the now disgraced former owner of the Clippers, Donald Sterling. In recent news, another NBA owner has been suspended and fined for his reported racist and misogynist remarks made that fostered a hostile work environment, not too dissimilar from […]
Boosie Addresses Rumors He Had Something to do with Duke the Jeweler’s Death (Part 1)
Watch the full interview now as a VladTV Youtube Member – https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCg7lal8IC-xPyKfgH4rdUcA/join (iPhone Youtube App users click this link: https://www.vladtv.com/join ) ——– In this clip, Boosie recalls the events leading up to the tragic murder of Duke the Jeweler. The Baton Rouge native states how taken aback he was by the killing because it easily […]
DL Hughley: Why was Pop Smoke, Biggie & 2Pac All Killed by LA Gangsters? (Flashback)
In this VladTV Flashback from 2020, DL Hughley weighed in on the tragic murder of Brooklyn rapper Pop Smoke and queried over why artists such as Pop, Biggie, and 2Pac were all killed in LA or by LA gangsters. Unfortunately, that list expanded on Sept 12, 2022 with the senseless murder of Philly rapper PNB […]