In this exclusive interview, rising rapper Rayonte sits down with me to unpack the layers behind his new album “I Wrote A Rap” — from the meaning behind the title to the inspirations, influences, and why he’s committed to bringing yearning back to rap music.

We dive deep into creative process, artistic growth, PG County culture, “simp rap,” Tennessee inspirations, and what’s next on his journey.

If you love lyricism, storytelling rap, authentic interviews, rising artists, DC/PG County talent, or want insight into how emerging rappers build their sound — this is the one to watch.

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In this powerful and intimate conversation, author, screenwriter, and creative visionary Felicia Pride discusses her new Novella Come Close, a soulful exploration of Black love, intimacy, and self-discovery.

Felicia opens up about the meaning behind the title, how her experiences in writers’ rooms for Queen Sugar, Bel-Air, and Grey’s Anatomy have shaped her voice, and why she’s passionate about creating space for Black women over 40 through her production company Honey Chile.

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EXCLUSIVE Interview 2025: Let Em Know Lay on DMV Roots, Rap, Mental Health & What’s Next | Urban Music Enthusiast, for the Love, of Urban Music 🎶🎙️ - From Northern Virginia, Let Em Know Lay is quickly becoming one of the most.. From Northern Virginia, Let Em Know Lay is quickly becoming one of the most authentic voices in the DMV hip hop scene. In this in-depth interview, we unpack her journey, her artistry, and the meaning behind the name “Let Em Know Lay.”🔥 Topics Covered in This Interview:

• 🌍 Background & Roots: How Northern Virginia + the DMV shaped her style and perspective.
• ✍🏾 Lyricism & Storytelling: When she first became invested in the craft and what pushed him to start rapping.
• 🎶 Creative Process: Does she write, freestyle, or blend both?
• 💡 Inspiration: Pain, purpose, ambition — what drives her pen?
• 🧠 Mental Health & Music as Therapy: How she’s doing today and what her music means for fans with similar struggle.
• 🎤 Live Performance: Breaking down The Debut performance that went viral.
• 🚀 Vision & Next Moves: Building online, dream collabs, and what fans can expect next.

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EXCLUSIVE Interview with Rising Detroit Rapper Negus Fresh 🔥🎶🎙️

Captured before the final night of the Sucka Free Tour in Washington, D.C., headlined by DMV native ‪@PremoRice‬.

🎤 In this one-on-one conversation, ‪@negusfresh‬ opens up about:

• Life on tour with Premo Rice as well as ‪@DopeitsDom‬ earlier this year

• Growing up between Detroit and New Jersey

• His creative journey and staying grounded as an independent artist

• What fans can expect next from the soulful storyteller

If you're into conscious rap, soulful flows, and supporting independent hip-hop artists, this interview offers real insight and authentic tour-life energy.

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