BackStory with Colby Colb

Latest Episodes:

Gabrielle Union Aug 14, 2018

Show notes

A young woman from Omaha endures a traumatic incident overcomes it to become a successful actress, this is the Backstory of Gabrielle Union.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

50 Cent Jul 24, 2018

Show notes

One of the most interesting, charismatic, controversial rappers 50 Cent. Colby takes us through his Backstory from difficult child hood to taking on a drug cartel, getting shot 9 times survives to become one of the biggest musical artists in the world.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Janet Jackson Jul 10, 2018

Show notes

She comes from music royalty but had to overcome several obstacles to achieve success as an artist. Colby takes us inside with the legendary Janet Jackson with exclusive interviews with Janet and the producers who changed her career Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Common Jun 26, 2018

Show notes

Colby gives the Backstory on Chicago MC, Common from his early college days when he gets his deal to music, movie and voice over star through early interviews.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kenny Gamble Jun 12, 2018

Show notes

One of the architects of The Sound Of Philadelphia Kenny Gamble discusses his prolific career as a writer and producer. Colby chats with legendary producer and song writer Kenny Gamble responsible for over 175 Gold and Platinum albums. One of the most inspiring producers over 7 decades.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I Miss The Old Kanye May 29, 2018

Show notes

One of the most interesting creatives in the world Kanye West. He came on to the scene as a young prolific music producer who then becomes an artist. Colby Colb takes us back to the beginning of Kanye West's career through exclusive interviews.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Ilmatic kid Nas May 15, 2018

Show notes

Nasir Jones is considered one of the best MC's in hip hop history, in this episode Colby walks you through the early years. How did he get his deal? Through early interviews you will hear a young, hungry Nas fighting to bring the east coast hip hop back with his groundbreaking debut album "Ilmatic"

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Roots: Hip Hop's First Band Apr 24, 2018

Show notes

From the streets of Philadelphia to the Tonight Show band and worldwide acclaim the Roots are a unique group of musicians and MC's. In this episode Colby takes us on a ride with one of hip hop's first bands...The Roots. Learn all about their early days, how they came together, the trials and tribulations of the music industry through rare interviews and freestyles.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Chris Brown Story Apr 10, 2018

Show notes

Colby Colb gives us the story of R&B's Bad Boy, Chris Brown from humble beginnings in Tappahannock, Virginia to the world stage. Along the way Chris dealt with a series of obstacles that almost cost him his career including a very high profile incident with former girlfriend Rihanna. Colby will take you on a ride throughout Chris career through clips from his early days plus interviews with several industry leaders who worked with him.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Christopher Wallace: The Notorious B.I.G. Part 2 Mar 20, 2018

Show notes

Christopher Wallace successfully navigated the tough streets of Brooklyn and escaped a jail sentence that would have changed the course of history in his career. After the release of his classic debut album "Ready To Die" and multi platinum success Christopher had a new set of obstacles. In part two Colby continues to go over the events that lead to the untimely death of Christopher Wallace along with bonus audio interviews with Tupac the night his debut film "Juice" was released and an inspiring interview from the late Craig Mack.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.