EP.61 Drew Dixon (Part 1)

EP.61 Drew Dixon (Part 1)

Author: REVOLT July 5, 2023 Duration: 1:14:59
Former music executive for both Def Jam and Arista Records, Drew Dixon sat down with Jazzie Belle to discuss and celebrate her accomplishments in Hip Hop & R&B. Most people are familiar with her from the HBO Max Documentary 'On The Record' where she accuses Russell Simmons of rape. But Hip Hop Journalist, Jazzie Belle wanted to use this opportunity to shed light on her accolades and contributions to the culture. Hits like Method Man's "You're All I Need" featuring Mary J Blige, Aretha Franklin's "A rose is still a rose," to Whitney Houston's "Your love is my love" all were touched by the brilliant mind of Drew Dixon. In part 1 of this interview we talk about her discovering her love for Hip Hop, moving from DC to Brooklyn and befriending the likes of Biggie Smalls (She shares a few amazing B.I.G stories), to dating singer D'Angelo, to landing her dream job as A&R at Def Jam Records, to being the mastermind behind turning an interlude to a full length record that turned out to be a Grammy Award Winning single plus a lot MORE! Make sure to follow us and support: @DearDrewDixon @JazzieBelleTV @WomeninHipHop websites: womeninhiphop.com jazziebelletv.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Women in Hip Hop Podcasts from REVOLT moves beyond the spotlight to explore the real stories of women shaping the culture. Host Jazzie Belle creates a space that feels more like a necessary conversation than a formal interview, focusing on the importance of amplifying voices and building confidence. This podcast delves into the behind-the-scenes realities of navigating a male-dominated industry, offering honest talk about what it truly means to be a boss. Listeners hear from a powerful roster of guests, including icons and innovators like Roxanne Shante, Rapsody, Latto, and Gangsta Boo, who share their journeys, strategies, and resilience. Each episode uses hip hop as a lens to discuss broader themes of self-sufficiency and empowerment, aiming to inspire not just listeners in the music world but anyone facing professional challenges. The discussions are candid, focusing on the deals, decisions, and daily grit that define success on their own terms. Tune in for a series that champions the queens building the legacy and future of the genre, one authentic story at a time.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 80

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EP.59 Kitty Gata [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 34:36
Kitty Gata is an emerging American rapper based in Brooklyn, NewYork. Before starting her music career, Kitty worked in the Federal Express office. Despite this, she has recently secured herself as a total performer. She…
EP.58 Savannah Hannah [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 38:34
Savannah Hannah is a passionate, charismatic artist with a personality that you can't help but love! Born in the Bronx, NY, Hannah toned her craft as a poet and songwriter demonstrating confidence and precision. Savannah…
EP.57 Elle Jones [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 50:28
Elle Jones is Hip Hop enthusiast who is passionate about all things “culture” while representing feminine, powerful voices in the entertainment industry. Hailing from Brooklyn, New York City, she created “Elle Jones Medi…
EP.56 Connie Diiamond [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 57:36
Diiamond’s buzz began in 2016 with her freestyle atop Drake’s “Summer Sixteen” before a menacing 2021 rendition of DaBaby’s “Ball If I Want To” sparked a viral flame. Now the rapper is solidifying her position as the uns…
EP.55 Steph G [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 52:51
Steph G grew up living with her family in Brownsville, Brooklyn, New York. Although she grew up in the arts, her professional music career began in 2021. Her very first single was titled "No Runnin. Known as a Drill rapp…
EP.54 Kyah Baby [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 57:18
Kyah Baby grew up in Queens, Ny and has been consistently making a name for herself for the past 10 years. In this interview we discuss her humble beginnings, initially signing to DJ Self, being cosigned and supported by…
EP.53 Billy B [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 46:42
Jahdira Atkins, professionally known as Billy B, was born in the Cypress Hill project of East New York Brooklyn. As a child, Billy sought music as a comfort from the mayhem surrounding her. She fell in love with Missy El…
EP.52 Tatyana Jenene [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:05:58
In this episode Jazzie Belle sits down w/ Music & Entertainment Journalist for Vibe.com, Tatyana Jenene to discuss the current state of Women in Hip Hop. Fresh off the high of London's Wireless Festival, we talked about…
EP.51 2022 BET Awards Recap [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 57:14
Listen in as Jazzie Belle and guest co-host Jade A. Lawson recap and unpack all the high's and low's from this years BET Awards. We hold nothing back! Real, raw and honest! Congrats to Latto, Lizzo, Megan Thee Stallion,…
EP.50 Big Boss Vette [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 36:33
St. Louis's Own Big Bosse Vette is on everyone's tongue, literally. Her viral sensation hit record "Snatched" has the world lip-syncing her lyrics from the City Girls to Reality TV Star Kylie Jenner. In this interview Bi…