Categories
Calling the Bluff Music

Snootie Wild Talks XXL Freshmen Class, New Mixtape, and Yo Gotti

One of the nominees for XXL’s 2015 Freshmen Class, Snootie Wild checked in with Sway in the Morning while out at SXSW

The CMG representative shared his thoughts on being selected as a XXL Freshmen Class candidate, and provided a pre-acceptance speech. 

Snootie also explained the title of his upcoming project, Ain’t No Stopping Me, during the interview. And revealed why people call him “the James Brown of rap.” 

The melodic Memphian later disclosed methods he uses to stay relevant, touched on Yo Gotti’s involvement with his forthcoming mixtape, and performed the hook of his yet-to-be released song “Who’s Faking.” 
 
Check out the interview below. 

Snootie Wild Talks XXL Freshmen Class, New Mixtape, and Yo Gotti

Check out my website
Follow me on Twitter
Friend me on Facebook 

Categories
Calling the Bluff Music

Throwback Thursday: Project Pat Talks Growing Up as Juicy J’s Older Brother

The bond between Project Pat and Juicy J runs deeper than music. They’re blood brothers who emerged from humble beginnings together in North Memphis.

In 2013, Project Pat reflected on growing up as Juicy J’s older brother during an interview on Sway in the Morning. He also talked about Juicy J’s relentless hustle, joining Wiz Khalifa’s Taylor Gang imprint, and the potential of Three 6 Mafia reuniting.

Check out the interview below. 

Throwback Thursday: Project Pat Talks Growing Up as Juicy J’s Older Brother

Check out my website
Follow me on Twitter
Friend me on Facebook 

Categories
Calling the Bluff Music

Snootie Wild Talks “Go Mode,” 2015 St. Jude Benefit Concert

A Billboard-charting artist and CMG signee, Memphis rapper Snootie Wild stopped by Sway in the Morning to talk about his Go Mode EP.

During the interview, Snootie broke down the meaning of the project’s title, and he also talked about his upcoming St. Jude benefit concert. Slated to take place spring break 2015, Snootie said the concert would feature performances from artists of various genres, including rap, rock, and gospel.

The North Memphis-bred artist also touched on making the transition from street life to music, the importance of keeping God first, and the joy he receives from being able to support his family. 

Check out the interview below. 

Snootie Wild Talks ‘Go Mode,’ 2015 St. Jude Benefit Concert

Check out my website
Follow me on Twitter
Friend me on Facebook

Categories
Calling the Bluff Music

Young Dolph Talks New Mixtape, Declining Yo Gotti’s Co-sign

Screen_Shot_2014-08-04_at_3.16.31_PM.png

  • YouTube

Young Dolph has come a long way since he released his debut mixtape, Paper Route Campaign, back in 2008.

Since then, he’s transitioned from enjoying a local buzz to being heard by people across the country. He’s also collaborated with some of the rap game’s hottest spitters and producers and received critical acclaim for delivering projects perfect for both the clubs and streets.

Dolph recently dropped his latest body of work, High Class Street Music 4 (American Gangster). And while in New York promoting the project, Dolph stopped by “Sway in the Morning” to talk about the mixtape, his upbringing in South Memphis, throwing “A Plus Day,” and declining Yo Gotti’s request to help elevate his career.

During the interview, Dolph also opened up about moving his family out of their impoverished neighborhood, his upcoming project, The Weed Album, and spits a freestyle. Check out the interview below.

Follow me on Twitter: @Lou4President
Friend me on Facebook: Louis Goggans
Check out my website: ahumblesoul.com