Stupid Fly

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Music Interviews

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Music History

Music History

Updated 04/11/2023
Music History

Music History

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03/22/2023

Del The Funky Homosapien: From Latch-Key to Mushroom Tea

Teren "Del The Funky Homosapien" Jones was a latch-key kid of Oakland, CA in the 1970's, a lover of Hanna Barbera cartoons, and had advanced knowledge of computer technology from an early age. Often dismissed as "slow" in grade-school, Del took his passions and found an outlet for them all in the art of Hip-Hop. Come on a journey through his life and hear how he leveraged his family connection with Ice Cube and his love for technology, cartoons, and art, and turned it into becoming one of the most iconic, legendary MC's out of Oakland, and one of the few that has transcended multiple generations and genres. Follow us on social @stupidflymedia and make sure to leave us a review and comment wherever you're reading this right now. Come sleep on our couch at www.stupid-fly.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

03/22/2023

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34 min
01/11/2023

Pete Rock: From Growing Up With Heavy D to Becoming King of The S.P.

Peter "Pete Rock" Phillips continues to be one of the most legendary Hip-Hop producers ever. He developed his own sound early on and never waivered from who he is and what he's about. One of the most important influences that contributed to his identity was his older cousin, Heavy D. Come take the aduio journey through his life and career and find out what it was like growing up with a Hip-Hop icon int he family, how he and CL met, and what it was like being a part of the creative process of Nas' "Illmatic" album. Come join our real life Posse Cut at www.stupid-fly.com Don't forget to check out our new podcast launching February 7th, entitled Gold Rush (@hiphopgoldrush on social)! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

01/11/2023

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30 min
12/28/2022 · BONUS

2022 RAP-Up Episode With DJ EFN (Drink Champs): Tajai (Souls of Mischief)

Fresh Era had an amazing 2022. We got to speak with 90’s legends from coast to coast, help tell their stories, and build some new friendships along the way. One important connection we made, was with fellow podcaster, and hip-hop giant, DJ EFN (Drink Champs) who was nice enough to suggest his favorite episode from season 2 and leave us a message telling us why. Enjoy and see you in 2023! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

12/28/2022 · Bonus

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35 min
12/07/2022

King Tee: Young Roger McBride to King Tee & St. Ides

Roger "King Tee" McBride had laser focus on becoming successful in music since he was a child. He forewent doing well in school, and in turn, got kicked out of multiple establishments in multiple states for doing so. That experience forced him onto a journey he, or his closest friends & family, never saw coming. One that would take him from becoming a local radio DJ to a worldwide, international MC to the founder of one of the most successful West Coast rap crews to date. Come join us on a tour through his life and find out how King Tee rose to success and helped define the sound for the entire Golden State. Do the virtual Kid N Play Kickstep with us at www.stupid-fly.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

12/07/2022

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37 min
02/01/2023 · BONUS

BLACK HISTORY MONTH SPECIAL: Grand Puba (2021)

Grand Puba, born Maxwell Dixon, is an iconic figure in Hip-Hop who has lived a life filled with "balance". As a youth he "balanced" street life with an enriched education of black history. As an artist he created a lyrical style "balancing" uplifting, positive, black messages with suave, pimpalicious wordplay. And as a human he "balances" spreading love to his compatriots in Rap while trying to climb the ladder of success for himself. Come on a journey into Grand Puba's life to celebrate Black History Month with us! Don't forget to dive deeper down the Stupid Fly rabbit hole - www.stupid-fly.com Follow us on our socials - @stupidflymedia and @fresherapodcast See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

02/01/2023 · Bonus

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35 min
01/18/2023

Kool Kim (of The U.M.C.'s): Statue of Liberty to Universal M.C.

Kim "Kool Kim" Sharpton was born, not only with an amazing gift in poetry, but with an uplifting, positive attitude that made it easy for him to make friends in his neighborhood of Staten Island in the 70's and 80's. Unfortunately, in the early 90's, Hip-Hop culture didn't make it easy on the people or groups that tried to uplift and have fun. Come on a journey through the life of Kool Kim to hear how he navigated through the tough waters of the music business in the early 90's to create one of the most amazing albums, Fruits of Nature, how he went from changing the game to getting changed by the game, and all the shenanigans that came along with it. Jump in the Stupid Fly dance circle at - www.stupid-fly.com Follow us on social @stupidflymedia See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

01/18/2023

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40 min
01/11/2022

Masta Ace: From The Symphony to The I.N.C.

Duval "Masta Ace" Clear has built a legacy that will live on forever, but it didn't come easy. He has had to pivot and rebrand multiple times in his career, but with each new iteration has come classic records that have stood the test of time. Come on an audio journey through his life to hear how he survived being a latch-key kid in 70's Brooklyn, how he found his way into the legendary posse-cut, The Symphony, and why you need to live every day like it could be your last. Come jump on the Stupid-Fly posse cut at www.stupid-fly.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

01/11/2022

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44 min
02/08/2023

Peter Gunz: From Packing Steel to Shaquille O'Neal

Peter "Gunz" Pankey didn't just come up with his MC moniker out of nowhere. As an aspiring artist in 1980's New York, Peter used gun-running as a means to survive. Come on a journey through his life and find out what it was like seeing the crack-epidemic ravage his world, how he and Lord Tariq first met, what Steely Dan wanted for the use of his samples, and how Shaq Diesel became the godfather of his son and future superstar, Corey Gunz. Follow us on social media @stupidflymedia and @fresherapodcast Don't forget to pick up some merch to show your support at www.stupid-fly.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

02/08/2023

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34 min
02/15/2023 · BONUS

INTRODUCING: GOLD RUSH: How The Sprite "Obey Your Thirst" Campaign Changed Advertising

If you're loving Fresh Era, please check out the newest Stupid Fly podcast "Gold Rush" where we dig deep into the understated moments of Hip-Hop history. In our premier episode, we examine the Sprite campaign that changed it all. Before the "Obey Your Thirst" campaign, Hip-Hop in advertisements was perceived as "corny". In this episode of Gold Rush, Sean Kantrowitz talks to the people involved in the making of this legendary, game-changing campaign, as well as the artists featured in the spots, to discuss what made this such an important part of Hip-Hop history. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

02/15/2023 · Bonus

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26 min
11/09/2022

PMD (of EPMD): The Family Business to Strictly Business

Parrish "PMD" Smith alongside his partner in rhyme, Erick Sermon, created EPMD - one of the most iconic Hip-Hop groups of all time. Setting trends with their music and fashion, the two carved a path for every MC that came after. In this episode hear how Parrish pivoted from sports to music, from DJing to MCing, and from MCing to artist management, and all that came with it. Join our army of Golden Era Gladiators at www.stupid-fly.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

11/09/2022

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46 min

Stupid Fly is a multi-platform media brand working to preserve the culture of golden-era hip-hop by securing the legacies of those who helped create it. Our mission is to shine the spotlight on these legends through contemporary storytelling and high-quality production. Classic Hip Hop. Modern Media.

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Del The Funky Homosapien: From Latch-Key to Mushroom Tea

Pete Rock: From Growing Up With Heavy D to Becoming King of The S.P.

2022 RAP-Up Episode With DJ EFN (Drink Champs): Tajai (Souls of Mischief)

King Tee: Young Roger McBride to King Tee & St. Ides

BLACK HISTORY MONTH SPECIAL: Grand Puba (2021)

Kool Kim (of The U.M.C.'s): Statue of Liberty to Universal M.C.

Masta Ace: From The Symphony to The I.N.C.

Peter Gunz: From Packing Steel to Shaquille O'Neal

INTRODUCING: GOLD RUSH: How The Sprite "Obey Your Thirst" Campaign Changed Advertising

PMD (of EPMD): The Family Business to Strictly Business

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