interviews.

'We're Celebrating Your Legacy': N.O.R.E., DJ EFN Toast to 10 Years of Drink Champs

From false starts and unlikely beginnings, to viral moments and cultural milestones, the Drink Champs hosts reflect on the wild journey that changed…

Jun 15 • Jay Connor

Inside JUST KREATE, DJ Khalil's New Producer Playground—and Why He Isn't Afraid of AI

After three decades in the game, the five-time Grammy Award-winning producer has recruited The Alchemist and others to build the future of sound.

Jun 8 • Jay Connor

Meet Juliano Valdi, the Young 'Michael' Star Bringing Michael Jackson Back to Life

The 12-year-old breakout star talks mastering Michael Jackson’s moves, if that's really him singing in the film, and the pet chickens keeping him…

May 7 • Jay Connor

‘We Are the Drums’: Raphael Saadiq on 'Sinners,' D’Angelo, and Letting the Blues Find Him

With an Academy Award for Best Original Song hanging in the balance, the Grammy Award-winning musician has plenty to talk about—and even more to be…

Feb 23 • Jay Connor

From the Vault: Black Men Will Be the Difference This Election Cycle

An exclusive interview with Black Voters Matter co-founder Cliff Albright.

Sep 9, 2025 • Jay Connor

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