Holdin’ Court Podcast

3d ago

Legendary Bay Area rapper B-Legit sits down for one of his realest conversations yet , breaking down his journey from the streets of Vallejo, California to becoming hip-hop icons alongside his cousins and groupmates E-40, D-Shot, and Suga-T as The Click . In this episode, B-Legit opens up about the early grind, family ties, Vallejo’s influence on their sound, and how they built a movement that would help shape independent rap and West Coast hip-hop forever . No industry myths. No watered-down stories. Just raw game, real history, and legacy talk straight from one of the architects. 🎙️ Holdin Court Podcast | OG Network 👍 Like, Comment & Subscribe for more legendary hip-hop stories straight from the source Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 3

B2K pulls up for a powerful and emotional conversation about brotherhood, healing, and what it really took to overcome years of infighting, pride, and public pressure. For the first time, all four members open up about the journey from conflict to forgiveness — and how personal growth made space for a new era of unity. From child stars to global R&B icons, the group breaks down the behind-the-scenes moments fans never knew, the fallout that almost ended everything, and the breakthroughs that brought them back into alignment. They share how maturity, communication, and accountability helped rebuild trust and preserve their bond. And yes… they reveal exclusive details about the new B2K tour , how the culture shaped their comeback, and why this chapter means more to them than any chart-topping hit. If you’re a fan of real conversations, growth, and legendary groups reclaiming their narrative — this is one you don’t want to miss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 24

Damion Young, also known as Damizza, is an American radio executive, record producer, artist and author. Young began his career as a studio assistant at the age of 12, where Young went on to popularize numerous artists while working at Santa Barbara’s KHTY station, including Fiona Apple, Garbage and Hootie & the Blowfish, and later served as the head of Los Angeles’ Power 106 and New York’s Hot 97. Young would later go on to produce Crybaby (Mariah Carey song) featuring Snoop Dogg. Young, has also worked with Dr. Dre, Ice Cube, and Korn. Young would later go on to produce for artists Bone Thugs-n-Harmony, Lil Wayne and Ludacris, and claims a hand in the reunion of Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg and the resulting 2001 (a.k.a. Chronic 2001). Young was named the 4th most powerful person in hip-hop by The Source magazine 2 years after being named program director Power 106, after he helped Jay-Z find an international audience, helped Janet Jackson rekindle her career, helped Dr. Dre with advice on 'how to break the white kid from Detroit' and introduced the world to Eminem. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 10

Isaac Hayes III is a trailblazing music producer, entrepreneur, and digital visionary carrying forward the legacy of his legendary father, soul icon Isaac Hayes. As the founder and CEO of Fanbase , a groundbreaking social media platform empowering creators to monetize their content directly, Hayes is redefining ownership and influence in the creator economy. With a background producing hits for artists like T-Pain, Lil Jon, and K-Michelle, Isaac has evolved from chart-topping producer to tech innovator—bridging the gap between culture, creativity, and equity. His outspoken advocacy for Black ownership, fair pay, and digital independence has made him a respected voice across media and tech circles, with viral moments that spark global conversation on how creators can truly own their audience and wealth. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 4

Hip-hop legend Master P breaks down one of the most anticipated moments in Southern rap history — the long-awaited Cash Money vs No Limit Verzuz. From the street politics that once divided the two powerhouse labels to the brotherhood that finally brought them to the same stage, Master P shares raw insight into how this cultural moment came together and why it mattered for the New Orleans hip-hop legacy. In this exclusive recap, Master P reflects on the viral moments that shook social media — from fans debating classic hits to surprise guest appearances and emotional tributes that reminded the world why both camps changed the game forever. He also touches on the growth, maturity, and leadership it took to turn old rivalries into respect and unity for the next generation of hustlers, dreamers, and creators. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 27

West Coast legend MC Eiht sits down for a raw and unfiltered interview about his early life growing up in Compton , the realities of gang culture , his rise in hip-hop , and his past beef with DJ Quik . MC Eiht also shares stories from his storied music career, his role in shaping West Coast rap, and what it was like working with Kendrick Lamar on Good Kid, m.A.A.d City . 02:31 – 06:15 | Compton Roots & Family Background MC Eiht describes growing up in a single parent home after his parents’ split, explaining how Compton in the ’70s felt like any other working class town bikes, cereal, cartoons not the warzone outsiders imagined. 17:31 – 25:40 | The Pull of Gang Culture Eiht breaks down how friendship, community, and lack of male guidance drew kids in, and how his introduction came naturally through siblings’ friends and local homies not out of rebellion. 54:31 – 01:06:00 | Finding Hip-Hop & Forming Compton’s Most Wanted He meets Chill through school and church, starts rhyming, and helps create CMW. Eiht explains why he rapped about street realities without glorifying gang life. 01:43:31 – 01:46:00 | Legacy & Working with Kendrick Lamar Eiht reflects on influencing new generations and what it meant to collaborate with Kendrick Lamar on Good Kid, m.A.A.d City , closing with pride in West Coast unity and evolution. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 20

Ray Daniels is an entrepreneur, visionary, and media personality living at the intersection of music and culture. Daniels has found success weaving these two worlds together in an authentic, human, and unapologetic way. Through his work as the founder of LYI Agency (Leverage Your Influence) — a cutting-edge multi-media company—as well as being the host of The GAUDS Show and founder of RAYDAR LLC—a music industry powerhouse encompassing music publishing, label services, consulting and artist management—Daniels and the artists he represents have played a role in powering some of the most iconic artists and hits of our generation, driving conversations about how the modern music industry needs to evolve, effectively kicking the door open for the young artists and executives behind him. Ray Daniels is the power player that every major artist, executive, and culture mover knows. Daniels was born in New York and raised in Atlanta with a contagious drive and passion that has lived on as he rose to prominence—through his work in A&R at Warner Music Group and management endeavors, Daniels understands the magic of creating a hit, as well as the collaboration that goes into delivering chart toppers for artists such as Lizzo, Ciara, Usher, Saweetie, Latto, Future and many more. Beyond his formal titles, Daniels is a much-requested A&R, music consultant, and broker, known for negotiating some of the biggest publishing and artist deals signed over the last five years—even including rap sensation, NLE Choppa. 02:26 – 06:45 | Setting the Stage: Who Is Ray Daniels Big Court and Rachel Renee introduce Ray, highlighting his journey from humble beginnings to becoming a respected music executive and culture shaper. 06:46 – 15:40 | Growing Up Between New York & Atlanta Ray reflects on how his bi-coastal upbringing gave him dual perspectives on hustle, culture, and how Atlanta became the heartbeat of modern Black music. 15:41 – 27:10 | The Realities of the Music Business Ray unpacks the truth behind record label hierarchies, A&R politics, and why many talented artists never break through despite “doing everything right.” 27:11 – 39:55 | Inside the Machine: Lessons from L.A. Reid & Epic He breaks down his time working alongside L.A. Reid , the strategies behind hit records, and what separates true visionaries from corporate opportunists. 39:56 – 55:15 | Mentorship, Management & Making Stars Ray shares how mentorship and influence shaped his career and discusses managing artists like Future , Lizzo , and Latto , plus the unseen work behind building chart-toppers. 55:16 – 1:08:45 | The Dark Side of the Industry From exploitation to politics, Ray pulls back the curtain on how power moves in boardrooms affect artists’ livelihoods — and how he learned to play chess, not checkers. 1:08:46 – 1:21:25 | Negotiating Deals & Ownership A masterclass in music business literacy. Ray explains publishing splits, management leverage, and the importance of creative ownership in the streaming era. 1:21:26 – 1:34:50 | Entrepreneurship & The Birth of RAYDAR & LYI Ray explains how he transitioned from executive to entrepreneur, building multi-platform ventures that empower creators and executives alike. 1:34:51 – 1:47:40 | Building the Next Generation of Executives Discussion around leadership, responsibility, and creating a pipeline for Black excellence in media, management, and label infrastructure. 1:47:41 – 2:00:10 | Truth, Faith & Evolution Ray talks about faith, reinvention, and how losses in business shaped his current success. “Everything I lost became a lesson.” 2:00:11 – 2:17:15 | From Behind the Scenes to The GAUDS Show He explains why he launched The GAUDS Show , how podcasting changed his influence, and why transparency is his greatest asset now. 2:17:16 – 2:26:30 | Legacy & Final Reflections Big Court and Ray close with reflections on culture, God, and legacy leaving listeners with motivation to build, own, and evolve. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 24

Pastor Troy sits down with Rachel Renee' and Big Court to discuss his upbringing in the church and being the son of a pastor. PT admits that his parents were supportive of his rap career despite their strong religious beliefs and practices. He released his first album, We Ready (I Declare War) , in 1999. To generate attention and buzz, he attacked record producer Master P verbally on the song "No Mo Play in G. A." Fellow Georgia-based rapper Ludacris enlisted Troy to appear on his Jermaine Dupri -produced song "Get Off Me", from the former's Def Jam Recordings debut, Back for the First Time . Troy also formed the Augusta, Georgia -based hip hop group D.S.G.B. (Down South Georgia Boyz) during this time, for which he served as frontman. He guest appeared on Lil Jon & the Eastside Boyz' song "Throw It Up", from their collaborative album Kings of Crunk (2002). In 2002, Troy's album Universal Soldier became popular in the South ; it spawned the single "Are We Cuttin'" featuring Ms. Jade , which was also featured on the soundtrack for the action film xXx , released that year. The album debuted at number 13 on the Billboard 200 . [6] In 2003, Troy appeared on Young Jeezy 's 2003 album Come Shop wit' Me on the track titled "GA". Troy released By Any Means Necessary in 2004. Following this album, Troy was released from his Universal contract due to creative disputes. He then released Face Off, Part II , which addressed some issues with Lil Scrappy and BME. In 2005, he appeared with Killer Mike on Chamillionaire 's track "Southern Takeover" off of The Sound of Revenge . He released three albums in 2006, starting with Stay Tru , followed by By Choice or By Force and Atlanta 2 Memphis , the latter on which in collaboration with Memphis, Tennessee , rapper Criminal Manne . Stay Tru entered the Billboard 200 at number 150, selling 6,000 copies its first week. Troy released his sixteenth solo album, Ready for War , in June 2009, and released seven follow-up studio albums until 2011. In 2012, he released The Last OutLaw , and in 2013, he released The Streets Need You . In 2014, he released the mixtape Crown Royal Part 4 , as well as the album Welcome to the Rap Game , while he released the sixth installment of his Crown Royal mixtape series in 2015, along with WAR (We Are Ready) in Atlanta , which featured Paul Wall and Bun B . In 2017, Troy announced his retirement, and released his last album O.G.P.T in July of that year. He also announced he was in the process of completing his second film, titled Down 2 Come Up , which he wrote, directed, and starred in, which was slated for released on March 17, 2020. Despite announcing his retirement, his career continued with the release of two albums: Clubber Lang (2018) and Enemy of the State (2019). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices