A.D.A.P.T.
By Solomon Hillfleet
A.D.A.P.T. Sep 26, 2020
A-King, Co-Creator of The Combat Jack Show, Speaks on His Life and Times.
In this episode of A.D.A.P.T., Black podcasting innovator Aaron A-King speaks with Solomon Hillfleet about his upbringing in Brooklyn, his start in internet radio with PNC Radio, and how the Combat Jack Show came to be.
King also speaks on the future of podcasting and his next steps.
Follow him on social media
https://www.instagram.com/itsaking/
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https://www.instagram.com/solomonhillfleet/
DJ PowerLord: Guardian of Atlanta Rap History
In this second installment, DJ, Promoter,Journalist, and Radio Host DJ PowerLord explains how he got his start as a music promoter in the 90s in Atlanta. He mentions his work with Big Oomp artist Hitman Sammy Sam and describes how he got started as a journalist and now a radio host.
Big Korey is Steering Big Oomp Records Forward.
Super producer Big Korey first came on the music scene at nine with a production credit on DJ Unk's song Fresh Dressed. Over the course of his 25 years of life, he's worked hard to brand himself as a complete producer, contributing beats to everyone from 2 Chainz, Gucci Mane, and NBA YoungBoy. In this interview Big Korey walks us through his early beginnings, teenage years, current work, and future plans with Big Oomp Records.
Follow Big Korey
IG: @bigkorey
Twitter: @therealbigkorey
Army Captain Tristian Smith Beat All the Odds Against Him
In this episode, Solomon speaks to Army Captain Tristian Smith about his life as a child in the Georgia DFAC system. He walks us through his early challenges, the moment his life changed for the better and next steps for him.
Follow him on social media
IG: @educated_scorpio88Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tristian.smith.94
MC Assault The Architect of Big Oomp Records
In this episode of A.D.A.P.T. Radio, Solomon Hillfleet speaks with one of the south's architects, MC Assault. As one founder of Big Oomp Records, MC Assault has played a role in the creation, promotion, and elevation of Atlanta's first independent record label. In this hour-plus interview, Assault details his origins in the Jonesboro South Projects all the way to the label's peak with Walk it Out.
P.S. He Can Do It All
In this episode, Solomon sits with hyphenate P.S. from McDonough, Georgia to talk about his music and media career. P.S. walks us through how he got started with music, his college days at GSU, and what he hopes to get out of music and art.
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Instagram: phillex_stewart
King Randall's Saving His City
In this episode change agent King Randall of Albany, Georgia walks us through his story, explaining how he became a renaissance man. King Randall explains the role of his family and community in equipping him with vocational skills, breaks down his time in the military and also explains what his goal is for the Life Preparatory Academy.
Big A Prado is Grateful and Hungry For More.
Southside rapper Big A Prado has been a part of the music industry for some time now. Ever since he came on the scene he's made himself valuable, serving as an artist, engineer, and writer. In this interview, Solomon Hillfleet peers into his life and career, asking him about his Panamanian roots and musical partnerships.
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Instagram @bigaprado
Twitter @BigAPrado
Mykko Montana is Doing it Again
Solomon Hillfleet speaks with acclaimed music artist Mykko Montana about his journey from Clay Co to the top of the BET Awards. Mykko reflects on the ten-year anniversary of his iconic song, "Do It" and walks us through his family tree of Atlanta bass music, his mixtape grind, personal challenges and his plan to stack more raccades.
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IG: @mykkomontana
Twitter: @mykkomontana
Spark Dawg the Hood Dentist is Drilling For Gold.
In this episode, Solomon Hillfleet speaks with Killen, Texas rap great Spark Dawg about his story growing up in Texas as a military child, creating a legit hustle, and carving out a lane for himself in the game. Spark discusses his time with Scarface, Drumma Boy, and even sheds some insight into his early rap aliases.
Follow Spark Dawg:
IG: spark_a_gram
Twitter:SparkDawgMusic
Here We Go Again- Daddy O's Fight for Classical Hip Hop
Rap pioneer Daddy O from the legendary group Stetsasonic sits down with Solomon Hillfleet to discuss his group's story. Covering the group's origin from 1981 to now, Daddy O explains how they got started, pivotal moments in rap, sampling, and the current state of rap.
Fedd the God is Giving the Game that Northside Sh**
In this episode, Taylor Gang artist Fedd the God walks Solomon through his life story. Fedd describes his upbringing on Pittsburgh's Northside, his first foray into music and promotion, the challenges of rising out of Pittsburgh and his goals as a rising star.
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IG:@feddthegod
Twitter:@FeddTheGod
Drumma Boy's Day is Here
In this episode, trap producer Drumma Boy speaks with Solomon about his new single, Our Day, and his upcoming project, Welcome to My City Vol.4.
Atlanta Has Been Good to DJ Jelly
In this episode, Solomon sits down with DJ Jelly, of the Southern Style DJs, and discusses everything from his origin in St. Louis to his time in Atlanta's early rap scene. Jelly walks us through his work at Magic City, V103, Hot 107.9, as well as his work with Atlanta's first rap record label, Big Oomp Records, while also giving us gems on Atlanta's early artists.
Atlanta's Big Oomp Walks Us Through His Story
In this episode, legendary Atlanta record label owner Big Oomp walks us through how he got his start. Beginning with his upbringing, Big Oomp walks us through how he got his name, how he met the major pieces involved in Big Oomp Records, and how they created the landscape for Atlanta's rap scene.
Follow Big Oomp on IG: @therealbigoomp
Follow Big Oomp Records on IG: @bigoomprecords
DJ Montay's Diamond Studded Career
In this episode of A.D.A.P.T., Solomon gets the chance to have a conversation with DJ Montay about his life, career, and goals as a producer. Montay walks us through his childhood and how he got into producing music as well as explains the role DJ Jelly and Big Oomp played in her personal development. He also describes his relationship with T-Pain and how it feels to have a diamond certified record with Low.
Ed Latimore's Education
In this episode, Solomon Hillfleet talks to former heavyweight boxer Ed Latimore. The two discuss Ed's past growing up in the projects of Pittsburgh and analyze his experiences as a boxer, college student, and a former military servicemen. Solomon also questions Ed about his successful online newsletter, Stoic Street Smarts, which he started ten years ago and Ed gives advice on how to become a more fit and financially stable individual.
Follow Ed
IG: @edlatimore
Twitter: @@EdLatimore
Website: www.edlatimore.com
King Bogus The Monarch
In this episode, Solomon talks to Savannah's biggest rap threat, King Bogus the Monarch. King Bogus walks us through his childhood growing up overseas and then Savannah all the way up to now as the head of his own label, the 9er.
IG: @kingbogusthemon
Twitter: @kingbogusthemon
Facebook: King Bogus, the Monarch
Da'Mont Interview
In this episode, Solomon Hillfleet speaks with Dallas rapper, Da'Mont, about his goals to shed light on the growing rap scene. He discusses everything from his childhood to college and his musical partnership with his good friend C Young.
IG: da_mont_
Twitter:Da_Mont_
Fueage is a Way of Life: CheekoFue Interview
On this episode of A.D.A.P..T. Radio, Solomon Hillfleet sits down with artist CheekoFue and discusses his life in Miami. Cheeko walks us through his life in Miami from childhood to adult hood and explains the trials and tribulations he overcame before signing with Big Oomp Records in 2019.
IG: @CheekoFue
Twitter : @CheekoFue
Shonte's Revenge
In this episode of A.D.A.P.T., Solomon sits down with singer, songwriter, dancer, and creative Shontee Renee of Big Oomp Records in Atlanta, GA. Shonte walks the listeners through her humble beginnings growing up in Southwest Atlanta and mentions a bit of everything from her work with T-Pain to her professional and personal relationship with her fiance DJ Montay. Fresh off the release of her new single, Talk to Me Nicely, Shontee shares her plans for 2022 and tells listeners what they can expect from her and her team.
Follow Shonte Renee on IG @iamshonterenee
Follow Shontee on Twitter @shonterenee
CashusKingdom Come
In this episode, Solomon sits and talks with artist CashUsKing about his Valentine Day project, Cashus Kingdom, HeavenManEarth, his upcoming album, Weight of the Wind, as well as a slew of other topics including the NY Drill scene and Joe Rogan.
Follow Solomon Hillfleet on IG and Twitter @solomonhillflee
Follow CashUsKing on IG @cashusking and on Twitter @CossUs
Download his new album, CashusKingdom on Spotify, Bandcamp, Tidal and other platforms.
Atlanta's Hood Historian
In this episode of A.D.A.P.T. Radio, Solomon sits down with an Atlanta historian known as Kodakk 6000. A member of one of Atlanta's dance crews, Motion Sickness, he was around when the snap movement came to power. He contributed heavily to the city's musical scene, helping to create several dances from Whoop Rico to the Hol up dance. Listen as he shares his experiences.
Heem the Artist: The Project Pop Star
In this episode, Solomon sits down with Akron, Ohio native Heem the Artist and discusses his story. Heem walks us through life in Akron, the streets allure, sports, college dropouts, and a host of other experiences. Candid and welcoming, he doesn't hold any punches. Heem also tells us what we can expect from his brand including new music, videos and merchandise.
Follow Heem the Artist
IG: @heemtheartist
Twitter: @heemtheartist
Royce and Lupe Round 1 Reaction
In this episode of Waking Hour, Cashus and I speak on the recent war of words between Royce Da 5'9, Lupe Fiasco, and Mickey Factz. They discuss their thoughts on the two songs, Silence of the Lambda, SLR 3 1/2, and Wraith. They also speak on the timing of Mickey's diss, and the recent plight of black female athletes.
0:00- 10:04- Royce Da 5'9 and Lupe's beef records
10:04- 20:00- Generational Response
20:00-30:00- Timing of Mickey Factz Wraith diss
30:00- 47:00- Black athletes and mental health (N. Osaka, S. Biles, and S. Richardson)
Live from Mt Olympus with Hercc
In this episode of A.D.A.P.T., Solomon sits down and talks with Arizona rapper, Hercc. In the interview Hercc walks us through his journey from Chandler, Arizona as an athlete to transitioning into an emcee. He describes his first moments of fame as well as his goals for the rap game.
CEO Mark Savage
In this episode, Solomon sits down with entrepreneur and budding rap star, CEO Mark Savage. The two discuss his origin in Charlotte, NC all the way to his matriculation through college, the army and the rap game. For those unaware, CEO Mark Savage got in the game in 2016 and has been releasing songs since, with his most popular single, Goes On, bringing in over two million streams.
To follow Mark and his movement visit the following sites:
IG: Ceosavage600
Twiter:@CEOMARKSAVAGE
Rays of Sun: Lawrence Raysor
In this episode, Solomon Hillfleet sits down and talks with educator, coach, author, and podcaster Lawrence Raysor from NYC. Lawrence walks us through his upbringing as a youth, showing us how he used his love of basketball to elevate him into a safer educational setting. He discusses his educational journey, aspirations as a coach and educator, and walks us through the makings of his recent work, Haiku and Things: Introducing the Senryu.
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Instagram: @ laboy_raysor
Purchase his book on Amazon at
Alicia's Worth: 20 Years of Alicia Keys
In this episode, Solomon links with his good friend Amber and discusses the significance of Alicia Keys' debut album, Songs in A- Minor. The two discuss their favorite tracks, the impact of her artistry, and also how music has changed over the years.
The Return of the Only One
In this episode of A.D.A.P.T., Solomon gets the chance to interview legendary artist and entrepreneur YZ. In this first part of the interview, he gets into his origin in the rap game as a youth. YZ mentions the impact of Rapper's Delight, how he got his name and its significance, as well as details meeting and building with legendary DJ Tony D.
For more information on YZ, be sure to follow him on Instagram at:
IG @theblackbank
I Keep on Falling
In this episode of Career Cynics, the crew breaks down President Biden's presidency from his immigration policies to student debt. They speak on the Republicans inconsistency and GA's voting bill.
Pretty Ken: Comedian Kyndra Crump
In this episode of ADAPT, Solomon gets the chance to interview upcoming comedian, kiosk worker, and all around funny woman Kyndra Crump. Over the course of the episode, Kyndra walks us through her origins in Fayette County as well as shares how she plans to change radio and television one day. In the midst of it all, she gives us friendly laughs about men and women not knowing they are ugly, which rappers she is waiting to answer her DMs as well as names her top five comedians.
Be sure to follow Kyndra Crump on social media
IG: thekyndracrumpshow
Apple Podcasts: Kyndra Crump Show
F**k the Queen
In this newest episode of Career Cynics, the group discusses a number of issues from the Covid-19 vaccine and microchips to the 2021 Grammy selections and the royal interview between Prince Harry and Meghan Markle with Oprah. As always, be sure to comment, like and share!!!
0:00-14:24= 2021 Rap Grammy choices
14:24- 22:53 = Royal Family Issues
22:53- 44:11= Covid 19 Vaccine
There's the Left and the Center
In Episode 1 of Career Cynics, the gang is back and they make up for the lost time by discussing everything from Biden's first week in office to the GameStop stock crisis and rappers clout chasing.
POTUS
In the season finale of Career Cynics, the crew sits down and discusses a range of issues from Meg thee Stallion to the former President Barack Obama.
Big Oomp Records: The Past, Present, and Future
In this episode, Solomon Hillfleet sits down with the legendary Korey Roberson and DJ Montay of Big Oomp Records to discuss their origins and their legacy.
Drop Ya Nuts Joe
The Career Cynics dropped a special election episode to talk about the election results, electoral college, government institutions and systems like Communism, and where we go from here as a people!
You Just Walking and Talking Eh?
Tim and Sam speak with a knowledgeable and fun friend Jonathan about everything from SARS NIgeria to Ebro to faux activism and scam hoteps.
Akon is a Con
In Episode Three of Career Cynics, Tim and I discuss everything from Akon to LeBron, Bill Burr, and Ice Cube and relationship dynamics.
O:00- 8:38- Akon
8:38- 16:30- The purchase of Freedom, Georgia, and Conspiracy Theorists
16:30-26:40- Why do people rehash our trauma on social?
26:40 -33:45- LeBron's Legacy
33:45-43:26- Bill Burr and the implicitness of white people.
43:26- 49:34- Equality between the sexes.
50:00-56:47- Alliance between other brown peoples.
Career Cynics Episode 2
0:00- 8:26- Charlemagne the God calls out Kanye West over Big Sean's contract.
8:26- 21:52- The Joe Biden and Donald Trump debate or lack thereof.
22:00- 33:44- Tory Lanez
34:00- 54:19- Gender Wars in the Black Community?(Can't We All Just Get Along?!!!)
Prime Time
0:50- 13:03-Black Ownership
13:03- 14:04 - The Importance of Voting
14:04- 21:05- Deion Sanders
21:05- 33:33- Breonna Taylor
33:33- 45:30 - Echo Chamber Danger
We Need to Talk Episode 2
In Episode 2 of We Need to Talk. Shamontiel vents over the comments of well known black celebrities like Diddy and Ice Cube who are advocating blacks withhold their votes if their demands aren't met. Samuel offers his thoughts on the issues and explains what points we need to pay attention to and which parts are just threats.
We Need to Talk Episode 1
In the first episode of the new series We Need to Talk Samuel and Shamontiel discuss the different sitcoms like Living Single, Girlfriends and most recently Insecure. Both parties discuss the good of the shows and why some shows are more helpful/ harmful to the culture.
Modern Day Minstrel Show
Solomon Hillfleet gives honor to Little Brother's classic sophmore album the Minstrel Show while also speaking on the minstrel shows in 2020. The 24th anniversary of 2Pac's death is discussed as well as hot new rap albums.
I Just May Bore You.
Solomon gives his thoughts on the HBO show I May Destroy You, Ryan Coogler's new movie Judas and the Black Messiah, Covid schooling, and WAP!!!
Speak Later, Hold Your Peace
In this episode, Solomon Hillfleet discusses the controversy surrounding Talib Kweli's Twitter beef as well as Chance the Rapper's controversial comments earlier today. Solomon also mentions an incident he had this month to give context.
Some Day We Will All Be Free
In this episode Solomon invites his mentor Jeff Johnson in to discuss the recent racial tension plaguing our country.
That's Why they Call Him Slim Shady
In this episode of A.D.A.P.T. Radio, Solomon pays homage to one of the greatest hip-hip albums of all time, The Marshall Mathers LP.
Unspoken Reasons
In this episode, Solomon Hillfleet discusses everything from Teddy and Kenneth to Kemp. The WIld N out debacle with Spoken Reasons and the new Westside Gunn album Pray for Paris are discussed in length.
Thoughtful Thursdays
Solomon Hillfleet launches his first installment of Thoughtful Thursdays. The segment will focus on inspiring words and messages to listeners. This week's focus is on maintaining a competitive mindset in any environment.