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Fuzzy West on Compton, Power 106, and the New Death Row
Jun 25, 2026
59m 32s
Adrian Miller on the Rap Chart, Wu-Tang, and Anderson .Paak
Jun 5, 2026
1h 06m 33s
Jacob York on Lil' Kim's Real Beef, Gucci Mane's Betrayal, and Inventing the Influencer
May 22, 2026
55m 00s
Jacob York on the Streaming Coup, NYC Nightlife, and Making Lil' Kim's Hardcore
May 20, 2026
57m 14s
Denise J. Brown on Buffalo, Big Deals, and Black Music
May 15, 2026
47m 03s
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| Date | Episode | Topics | Guests | Brands | Places | Keywords | Sponsor | Length | |
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| 6/25/26 | ![]() Fuzzy West on Compton, Power 106, and the New Death Row | Jeffrey Sledge sits down with William "Fuzzy" West, the West Coast connector who went from Compton sound booths to Power 106 mornings to the front office at the new Death Row. Snoop, Big Boy, Dr. Dre, and the day he sat with Michael Jackson in Vegas. This is Mixed and Mastered with Fuzzy West. Unglossy is hosted by Bun B, Jeffrey Sledge, and Tom Frank. The show is produced and distributed by Merrick Studios. See all of our our episodes at https://www.wearemerrickstudios.com/unglossy-pod. For early access, live recordings and more, join us on Merrick Studios+ | 59m 32s | ||||||
| 6/5/26 | ![]() Adrian Miller on the Rap Chart, Wu-Tang, and Anderson .Paak✨ | music industryrap chart+4 | Adrian Miller | HitsSRC+3 | St. LouisTulsa | Adrian MillerWu-Tang+5 | — | 1h 06m 33s | |
| 5/22/26 | ![]() Jacob York on Lil' Kim's Real Beef, Gucci Mane's Betrayal, and Inventing the Influencer✨ | Lil' KimGucci Mane+5 | Jacob York | Big Cat RecordsElectric Republic+1 | — | Lil' KimGucci Mane+8 | — | 55m 00s | |
| 5/20/26 | ![]() Jacob York on the Streaming Coup, NYC Nightlife, and Making Lil' Kim's Hardcore✨ | music industrystreaming+3 | Jacob York | Electric RepublicJunior M.A.F.I.A.+1 | BushwickNYC | Jacob Yorkstreaming+3 | — | 57m 14s | |
| 5/15/26 | ![]() Denise J. Brown on Buffalo, Big Deals, and Black Music✨ | Black musicEntertainment law+3 | Denise J. Brown | Warner Bros.NYU's Clive Davis Institute | BuffaloLondon | Black musicentertainment attorney+6 | — | 47m 03s | |
| 5/8/26 | ![]() Scoop Jackson on Chicago Roots, Slam Magazine, and the Birth of XXL✨ | hip-hopsports journalism+5 | Scoop Jackson | Slam MagazineXXL+2 | ChicagoSouth Side of Chicago+2 | Scoop Jacksonhip-hop+5 | — | 1h 19m 43s | |
| 5/1/26 | ![]() Mike B. on Bad Boy, The Jersey Era, and The Birth of Bogard✨ | hip-hop culturefashion+3 | Mike B | Bad Boy EntertainmentBogard+2 | — | Mike BBad Boy Entertainment+5 | — | 1h 20m 26s | |
| 4/14/26 | ![]() Byron Kirkland on Building Artists, Breaking Culture, and Betting on Yourself✨ | artist developmententrepreneurship+4 | Byron Kirkland | Stealth Worldwide GroupArista+3 | Brooklyn | Byron Kirklandartist management+6 | — | 1h 13m 34s | |
| 4/2/26 | ![]() Julia Beverly on Before the South Won, Ozone, and Pimp C✨ | Southern rapmedia influence+3 | Julia Beverly | Ozone Magazine | — | Julia BeverlyOzone Magazine+5 | — | 1h 04m 25s | |
| 3/26/26 | ![]() Wendy Day on Ownership, Leverage & Building Empires✨ | artist ownershipmusic industry+5 | Wendy Day | Rap CoalitionCash Money+1 | — | Wendy Dayartist leverage+5 | — | 1h 06m 12s | |
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| 3/20/26 | ![]() Rodney Shealey on Tour Life, Def Jam Era, and Record Breaking✨ | tour lifemusic industry+5 | Rodney Shealey | Def JamVirgin+3 | BrooklynEast Flatbush | Rodney Shealeymusic executive+7 | — | 1h 17m 43s | |
| 3/12/26 | ![]() Max Gousse on Building Artists, Breaking Records, and Playing the Long Game✨ | music industryartist development+5 | Max Gousse | Adina HowardB2K+5 | — | Max Goussemusic executive+6 | — | 49m 57s | |
| 2/18/26 | ![]() Ian Burke on Mount Vernon Roots, The Dungeon Era, and Building Atlanta’s Music Legacy✨ | Atlanta music historyhip-hop culture+4 | Ian Burke | TLCXscape+4 | Mount VernonAtlanta | Atlantamusic legacy+8 | — | 1h 09m 26s | |
| 2/6/26 | ![]() April Walker on Brooklyn Roots, Streetwear, and Building Legacy✨ | fashionstreetwear+4 | April Walker | Walker Wear | Bed-StuyClinton Hill+1 | April WalkerWalker Wear+5 | — | 1h 05m 25s | |
| 1/26/26 | ![]() Steve Carless on Relationships, Risk, and Turning Culture Into Longevity✨ | music industryartist development+4 | Steve Carless | Def JamAtlantic Records | — | music businessA&R instincts+3 | — | 1h 02m 54s | |
| 1/15/26 | ![]() James McMillan, Esq. on Artist Leverage, Deal Architecture, and Owning the Long Game | Send us a text Jeffrey Sledge sits down with James McMillan, Esq. — entertainment attorney, label executive, and CEO of Art @ War Records (in partnership with Warner Records) — for a real conversation about power, ownership, and how leverage actually works in music.James breaks down the mindset behind creative dealmaking, why chasing fees isn’t the same as building equity, and how his path evolved from entertainment law into management and label ownership. Along the way, he shares stories from the Swishahouse era, building with MGK, navigating high-stakes negotiations, and what artists need to understand about streaming, hits, and the next wave of AI-driven rights issues.He also speaks on his leadership with BMAC and The Living Legends Foundation — and why protecting creators requires both cultural fluency and boardroom strategy.This is Mixed and Mastered with James McMillan, Esq. Support the show Mixed and Mastered is produced and distributed by Merrick Studio, and hosted by music industry veteran, Jeffrey Sledge. Tune in to the discussion on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you catch your podcasts. Follow us on Instagram @MixedandMasteredPod to join the conversation and check out all our episodes at www.wearemerrickstudios.com/mixed-and-mastered-pod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices | 1h 00m 32s | ||||||
| 1/9/26 | ![]() RE-RELEASE: Sean C | Send us a text Originally released March 31, 2025"My man. Always an inspiration!!"- A-TrakStep into the extraordinary world of Sean C — legendary DJ, producer, A&R, and true architect of hip-hop. From Harlem block parties to Grammy nominations, Sean’s journey is a masterclass in resilience, reinvention, and cultural impact.In this powerful episode, Sean shares how a cancer diagnosis became the unlikely spark that launched him from the mailroom at LOUD Records to producing era-defining records. He takes us back to where it all began — from his name being given by DJ Master Don, to co-founding the Executioners, to shaping the sound of artists like Big Pun, Jay-Z, Dead Prez, and Beyoncé.Hear the untold stories behind the making of “Still Not a Player,” the creative battles that birthed “Hip Hop” by Dead Prez, and the cinematic vision that powered American Gangster. Sean also opens up about teaching RZA’s techniques to actors on Wu-Tang: An American Saga and his shift into music supervision and mentorship.More than just stories — this is a conversation about the soul of hip-hop, the balance between art and industry, and the power of staying true to the craft. Support the show Mixed and Mastered is produced and distributed by Merrick Studio, and hosted by music industry veteran, Jeffrey Sledge. Tune in to the discussion on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you catch your podcasts. Follow us on Instagram @MixedandMasteredPod to join the conversation and check out all our episodes at www.wearemerrickstudios.com/mixed-and-mastered-pod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices | 1h 15m 08s | ||||||
| 12/31/25 | ![]() RE-RELEASE: Dante Ross | Send us a text Originally released on July 10, 2025. Jeffrey Sledge sits down with legendary music executive, producer, and A&R Dante Ross for Part 1 of a deep dive into his extraordinary journey. From growing up on New York’s gritty Lower East Side to immersing himself in punk rock, graffiti, and skateboarding, Dante shares how music became his first true escape. He talks about the artists who shaped his taste – from Chuck Berry to The Beatles to The Jackson 5 – and how the cultural collision of punk, new wave, and hip hop in downtown NYC pulled him into the scene. Hear firsthand stories about sneaking into iconic clubs, witnessing The Specials and The Clash live, discovering the Bad Brains, and becoming part of the tight-knit crew that included the Beastie Boys. Dante also reveals how his eclectic upbringing and fearless hustle led him to work with Eric B. & Rakim, De La Soul, Queen Latifah, and ultimately become one of hip hop’s greatest A&Rs. Check out Part 2 of this conversation with Dante Ross from July 17, 2025. Support the show Mixed and Mastered is produced and distributed by Merrick Studio, and hosted by music industry veteran, Jeffrey Sledge. Tune in to the discussion on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you catch your podcasts. Follow us on Instagram @MixedandMasteredPod to join the conversation and check out all our episodes at www.wearemerrickstudios.com/mixed-and-mastered-pod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices | 59m 17s | ||||||
| 12/19/25 | ![]() Mickey Factz on Lyricism, Longevity, and Building Hip Hop’s First School | Send us a text This year-end episode of Mixed and Mastered is something special. Jeffrey Sledge sits down with Mickey Factz for a deep, unfiltered conversation that goes far beyond music. From growing up between Harlem and the Bronx to battling in schoolyards, interning at Def Jam and Loud, navigating the blog era, major-label deals, viral moments, and hard industry lessons—this is the full arc. Mickey breaks down the mindset of a true craftsman: lyricism, independence, evolution, and longevity. The conversation traces his journey from underground standout to cultural architect, including the creation of Pendulum Ink, hip hop’s first school dedicated to rap theory, business, and mental health—and his recent turn as a professor teaching hip hop at NYU. This isn’t just an artist interview. It’s a masterclass in survival, reinvention, and staying sharp when the culture keeps shifting. Mixed and Mastered with Mickey Factz. Support the show Mixed and Mastered is produced and distributed by Merrick Studio, and hosted by music industry veteran, Jeffrey Sledge. Tune in to the discussion on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you catch your podcasts. Follow us on Instagram @MixedandMasteredPod to join the conversation and check out all our episodes at www.wearemerrickstudios.com/mixed-and-mastered-pod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices | 1h 04m 19s | ||||||
| 12/11/25 | ![]() Rocky Bucano on Legacy, Longevity & Building Hip-Hop’s Home | Send us a text From DJing the Stardust Ballroom at 15 to shaping Strong City Records, from Rowdy to Blackstreet, and ultimately to founding the world’s premier Hip-Hop Museum, Rocky Bucano’s journey is a masterclass in vision, grit, and cultural stewardship.In this episode, he sits down with us inside the soon-to-open, $100M+ museum rising on the Harlem River—where he breaks down his Bronx roots, the early record-pool grind, Teddy Riley’s first sessions, the MCA rollercoaster, his years shaping Gauchos basketball, and the 16-year odyssey to build Hip-Hop’s permanent home.It’s history, hustle, heartbreak, and triumph—told by the man who lived every chapter. This is Mixed and Mastered with Rocky Bucano. Support the show Mixed and Mastered is produced and distributed by Merrick Studio, and hosted by music industry veteran, Jeffrey Sledge. Tune in to the discussion on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you catch your podcasts. Follow us on Instagram @MixedandMasteredPod to join the conversation and check out all our episodes at www.wearemerrickstudios.com/mixed-and-mastered-pod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices | 37m 59s | ||||||
| 11/26/25 | ![]() Dyana Williams on Breaking Barriers, Building Institutions & Owning Our Narrative | Send us a text In this powerhouse episode of Mixed and Mastered, Jeffrey sits down with the incomparable Dyana Williams — radio icon, cultural architect, co-founder of Black Music Month, longtime Philly International insider, and the heartbeat behind some of the most important stories in Black American music.From her Harlem and Bronx roots to her early days as “Ebony Moonbeams,” Dyana walks us through a five-decade career that includes: Breaking into radio at CCNY and WHUR Learning under the legendary Frankie Crocker at WBLS Working across TV at BET, VH1, and PM Magazine A front-row seat to Philadelphia International Records during its golden era Founding the National Museum of African American Music in Nashville Her lifelong mission to preserve, protect, and elevate Black music and its creators And of course… the origin story of Black Music Month, from the White House lawn with Jimmy Carter to official national recognition Dyana’s stories reach from the Apollo to the Oval Office, from D’Angelo to Teddy Pendergrass, and from Harlem stoops to global stages. It’s a living masterclass in culture, community, and the power of music to move the world.This is history told by someone who made it. Buckle up — This is Mixed and Mastered with Dyana Williams. Support the show Mixed and Mastered is produced and distributed by Merrick Studio, and hosted by music industry veteran, Jeffrey Sledge. Tune in to the discussion on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you catch your podcasts. Follow us on Instagram @MixedandMasteredPod to join the conversation and check out all our episodes at www.wearemerrickstudios.com/mixed-and-mastered-pod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices | 1h 14m 05s | ||||||
| 11/12/25 | ![]() Dr. Jason King on Music, Meaning & Movement | Send us a text This week on Mixed and Mastered, Jeffrey sits down with Dr. Jason King — Dean of the USC Thornton School of Music, founding faculty at NYU’s Clive Davis Institute, and one of the most forward-thinking voices in music education and criticism. From growing up Trini in Canada to shaping the next generation of music innovators, Jason takes us on a journey through hip-hop’s 90s New York heyday, global music-making in Abu Dhabi and Berlin, his deep dives into icons like Sylvester, D’Angelo, and Michael Jackson — and how he’s redefining what it means to study pop. This one’s equal parts intellect and soul.This is Mixed and Mastered… with Dr. Jason King. Support the show Mixed and Mastered is produced and distributed by Merrick Studio, and hosted by music industry veteran, Jeffrey Sledge. Tune in to the discussion on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you catch your podcasts. Follow us on Instagram @MixedandMasteredPod to join the conversation and check out all our episodes at www.wearemerrickstudios.com/mixed-and-mastered-pod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices | 1h 12m 28s | ||||||
| 11/5/25 | ![]() DJ Enuff on Protecting the Legacy From Biggie to the Heavy Hitters | Send us a text This week on Mixed and Mastered, Jeffrey Sledge sits down with a true New York legend — DJ Enuff, the man who helped bring hip-hop from the block to the world stage.From growing up between Harlem, the Lower East Side, and Brooklyn, Enuff breaks down how New York’s diverse sounds shaped his ear and his journey from neighborhood park jams to radio royalty at Hot 97. He shares early stories of club life in the Red Zone and the Tunnel, building the Heavy Hitters DJ crew, and his time as The Notorious B.I.G.’s tour DJ — including why he’s stayed solid in protecting Biggie’s legacy to this day.Plus, Enuff talks about breaking records before Shazam, discovering Kanye West knocking at his door, and what the next chapter of DJ culture looks like in the age of podcasts and social media.It’s history, hustle, and heart — straight from one of the architects of the sound.🎙️ This is Mixed and Mastered with DJ Enuff. Support the show Mixed and Mastered is produced and distributed by Merrick Studio, and hosted by music industry veteran, Jeffrey Sledge. Tune in to the discussion on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you catch your podcasts. Follow us on Instagram @MixedandMasteredPod to join the conversation and check out all our episodes at www.wearemerrickstudios.com/mixed-and-mastered-pod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices | 59m 55s | ||||||
| 10/22/25 | ![]() Paul Stewart on Delicious Vinyl, Warren G Saving Def Jam, and Music Supervising from Poetic Justice to Snowfall | Send us a text On this week's Mixed and Mastered Jeff chops it up with Paul “DJ P” Stewart—Crenshaw-raised connector, A&R whisperer, and music-supervision ace. We hit his come-up at Delicious Vinyl (Tone Lōc, Young MC), managing The Pharcyde, and the day Coolio cut the bones of “Gangsta’s Paradise” in Paul’s living room. Then the Def Jam era: bringing in Warren G (triple-platinum lifeline), plus Domino and Montell Jordan (“This Is How We Do It”). Paul breaks down the Singleton years—Poetic Justice, Barbershop, 2 Fast 2 Furious, Hustle & Flow, Insecure, Snowfall—and the real differences between film and TV. We close on what’s next: his DR doc Heart of the City, a Dante Ross documentary, a major video-game project, and how he helps indie artists land their first syncs. Plug in for lineage, hustle, and receipts. This is Mixed and Mastered with Paul Stewart. Support the show Mixed and Mastered is produced and distributed by Merrick Studio, and hosted by music industry veteran, Jeffrey Sledge. Tune in to the discussion on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you catch your podcasts. Follow us on Instagram @MixedandMasteredPod to join the conversation and check out all our episodes at www.wearemerrickstudios.com/mixed-and-mastered-pod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices | 1h 02m 25s | ||||||
| 10/9/25 | ![]() Yvette Love Dávila on Def Jam, Rick Ross, and Turning Grief into Purpose | Send us a text Jeff chops it up with Yvette Love Dávila—yes, DÁ-vi-la, accent and all—about a life that runs from East New York block parties to the executive suites and back to the heart. We trace her come-up through Violator with Chris Lighty, road-managing Angie Martinez, a pit stop in politics with Sen. David Paterson (featuring the recurring villain/hero, Lenny the Barber), then into the Arista/Def Jam blast furnace under L.A. Reid. Yvette drops the inside story on rebuilding bridges for Nas at Hot 97—commercials suspended, Dom P flowing, history made—and why Rick Ross became “her artist.”Then the pivot: founding Eve of Wellness, becoming an esthetician and integrative health coach, and transforming unimaginable loss—the passing of her son, Dasan—into service. She breaks down grief as a universal language, how she moves energy in and beyond the treatment room, and why her new Merrick Studios show, Two Mothers, One Aché: A Grief Dialogue, lands right in time for the holidays when hearts are heaviest.Big Libra energy, zero fluff. Culture meets care, and the purpose is loud. Listen in and take notes. Support the show Mixed and Mastered is produced and distributed by Merrick Studio, and hosted by music industry veteran, Jeffrey Sledge. Tune in to the discussion on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you catch your podcasts. Follow us on Instagram @MixedandMasteredPod to join the conversation and check out all our episodes at www.wearemerrickstudios.com/mixed-and-mastered-pod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices | 1h 08m 33s | ||||||
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