Ray Daniels Presents

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The Culture Report W/ Ray Daniels and Tamira Smith May 05, 2023

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Is Scar Lip blowing up or is she just got right now? Does Taylor Swift have more impact in Atlanta than black artist? Are songwriters the most disrespected group of people in the music industry ? We answer all of these questions on this exciting episode of the Culture Report!

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Run It Up Records Sits Down With Ray Daniels & Tamira Smith May 02, 2023

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The importance of faith in the industry is very important. Did you know that the #1 catalogue in the nation is insurance and publishing is #2. Also are Dj’s still needed in todays world? Gain all this insight in this exciting episode of the Gauds Show.

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The Culture Report W/ Ray Daniels and Tamira Smith Apr 28, 2023

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You guys asked for us to bring Hot Topics back and we did with the new segment Culture Report. Tamira apologizes to Kanye West and black fathers. Ray discusses the reason black fathers are important to the culture. The Culture Referee is back in true fashion giving his opinion on all events going on in the culture. Be sure to comment below to have your comment featured on the next Culture Report.

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How Warren G Shaped the West Coast While Working With East Coast Legends Apr 25, 2023

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We talk about his experience paving his own path in the industry, even when his best friends and mentors were at Death Row. How he hung up on Tupac because he didn’t believe it was him and Ray and Warren G give advice to artists on what they need to know about publishing and masters.
You don’t want to miss this conversation with a certified pioneer in West Coast production!
Time Stamp Notes:
00:00:07 - Introduction
00:02:58 - Warren G talks about his early days in the industry and working with Dr. Dre
00:07:51 - Growing up with Snoop Dogg and playing high school football together
00:10:53 - Warren G says Eazy-E pulled a a gun on him
00:12:08 - How Warren G and Snoop Dogg ended up working with Dr. Dre
00:18:01 - Working on The Chronic Album and the production behind Nuthin' but a "G" Thang and Let Me Ride
00:20:33 - How Kurupt became a part of Death Row
00:25:00 - How Warren G ended up on Def Jam when his best friends and mentors were at Death Row
00:28:42 - How Warren G paved his own lane in the music industry
00:37:02 - How Warren G ended up working with 2pac
00:46:15 - Was Warren G the first rapper to not play the hero in his verses? 00:50:48 - Warren G breaks down how his success caused tension at Death Row
00:56:19 - Warren G's Top 5 Rappers from the West Coast 01:02:34 - There's no age in music
01:08:44 - Warren G thinks he was too nice coming up in the game 01:12:10 - Ray and Warren G discuss publishing deals
01:17:58 - Warren G plays Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is
01:30:22 - Ray and Warren G discuss legacy artists being gifted their masters 01:41:29 - Warren G gives his credit check
01:46:35 - GOAT or Underdog?

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How Digital Nas Took SoundCloud Fame to Go-To Producer of a Generation Apr 18, 2023

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00:01:52 - Digital Nas talks about getting in early on SoundCloud and even introducing Lil Yachty to the platform
00:02:35 - The biggest differences between SoundCloud and YouTube and the definition of a SoundCloud rapper
00:05:42 - Digital Nas compares relationships with women to his creation process
00:08:07 - Digital Nas breaks down how eventually going to a predominantly Black high school influenced him and what it was like dealing with racism growing up
00:12:16 - Digital Nas on creating your own universe
00:14:51 - Digital Nas weighs in on Donda vs Donda 2
00:15:54 - Digital Nas slept on A$AP Rocky's couch before A$AP ever knew him
00:16:43 - What made Ray Daniels decide to work with Digital Nas
00:17:29 - How Kanye looks to Digital Nas for insights on the next generation and what artists Nas likes to work with
00:19:49 - Breaking generational curses and not accepting failure
00:22:19 - How Spiderman gives us the meaning of life
00:25:03 - Digital Nas gives advice to up and coming producers and Ray Daniels breaks down what makes Digital Nas special
00:30:17 - Digital Nas addresses anxiety
00:31:42 - How Eazy-E and Pharrell impacted Digital Nas as a producer
00:33:55 - How Ray signed Digital Nas without ever hearing his music
00:37:31 - Digital Nas talks working with Kanye
00:42:12 - What Digital Nas learned living in NY
00:44:11 - The biggest misconception in the rap industry and who really makes the money 00:47:01 - Ray explains how label deals work
00:53:19 - Digital Nas plays Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is
00:57:44 - Digital Nas weighs in on the current state of hip hop
00:59:23 - Digital Nas gives his Credit Check
01:00:38 - GOAT or Underdog?

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Benzino Takes Accountability For The Past and Talks '95 Source Awards Apr 11, 2023

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Benzino opens up about his experiences as a father and reflects on the lessons he learned through his relationships with women, including his time on reality TV.
We hear never before heard stories about The ‘95 Source Awards, Drake texting Benzino’s daughter and get a look into some of the context around Benzino’s history with Eminem. He also weighs in on his top influences in music and admits he was wrong when it came to his thoughts on Andre 3000. When it comes to authenticity - this is an episode you don’t want to miss.

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00:00:02 - Introduction
00:02:48 - Benzino discusses creating The Source
00:05:39 - What it was like coming up in Boston
00:08:30 - What really happened between Benzino and Dave Mays
00:17:51 - Benzino talks about fatherhood
00:22:13 - Benzino reflects on being on reality tv and lessons he learned through his relationships with women
00:30:42 - Benzino and Ray talk about their experiences as parents 00:36:50 - Benzino shares his thoughts on the second generation of hip hop
00:39:18 - Benzino shares what it's like listening to his daughter's music and the team weighs in on female rappers owning their sexuality
00:50:45 - Benzino talks about his OnlyFans account
00:56:10 - Ray shares how eating chicken and cheating are the same thing
00:58:55 - Benzino shares what type of men he'd like his daughter to date and what he thinks women should look for in men
01:04:09 - Benzino shares a story about Drake texting his daughter
01:10:17 - The '95 Source Awards
01:24:16 - Benzino addresses his past with Eminem
01:33:03 - Benzino weighs in on his top influences in music
01:36:46 - Benzino plays Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is 01:46:23 - Benzino admits he was wrong when it came to Andre 3000 01:53:01 - Benzino gives his credit check
02:00:40 - GOAT or Underdog?

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Jeff Gitty On EDM’s Demise Of R&B Apr 04, 2023

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World Renowned Jeff Gitty, gives an insight into his endeavors as a musician, producer , & songwriter. He opens up about getting his start with Lauryn Hill. Playing African Rhythmic music to impress Lauryn.

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Is R&B Dead? DJ Camper and Deputy Debate Who is to Blame Mar 28, 2023

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We also dive into the lack of artist development in the industry, comparing it to fast food vs soul food. The team discusses what they would each change about the music industry and Ray shares his experience working with Saweetie on "Best Friend" while also breaking down the success behind Whitney Houston's "Saving All My Love For You" and Fun's "We Are Young" including their underlying meanings.

Time Stamp Notes:

00:02:19 - Our guests weigh in on the current state of hip hop and discuss it's influence on the culture

00:07:24 - Deputy talks about the lack of artist development these days and Ray compares the game to McDonalds vs Soul Food

00:14:54 - Ray asks where R&B went and why we don't have any R&B stars today

00:19:46 - Deputy explains how the loss of mainstream radio has impacted the music industry and how creatives create

00:25:09 - Ray tells us who's to blame for the state of r&b today

00:31:26 - Ray shares how what most people's biggest mistake is when it comes to understanding the money in the music industry

00:34:55 - Deputy questions if we're asking too much of creatives these days

00:42:38 - Ray shares his experience working with Saweetie on Best Friend

00:46:55 - The team breaks down what they'd each change about the music industry

00:55:15 - The displacement of trust in decision making and the importance of listening

01:05:31 - Ray breaks down the meaning behind Whiteny Houston's "Saving All My Love For You" and Fun's "We Are Young" and why they were successful

01:07:58 - We play Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is

01:32:27 - Camper and Deputy give their credit checks 01:36:56 - Are you a GOAT or are you an Underdog?

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Focus... and Dem Jointz Break Down Producers Perspectives on How to Create Success Mar 21, 2023

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Tune in as we dive into the mindset that it takes to stand out and have longevity in the game and hear lessons both legends have learned throughout their careers from working with greats like Dr. Dre.

We turn up the heat with this round of Put Your Money Where Your Mouth as we debate questions like - would there be a Chris Brown if Usher didn’t exist? Can you even put Rihanna in the same category as Beyonce? And who are the top West Coast producers of all time?

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00:01:19 - Introduction
00:05:00 - Focus and Dem Jointz on the mindset it took for them to have longevity in the game 00:10:49 - Focus talks on Ray's come up and reputation and how to handle a bad deal 00:13:10 - Focus shares some of the biggest lessons he learned from Dr. Dre
00:14:33 - Ray, Focus and Dem Jointz discuss their first bags
00:17:31 - Focus drops secrets for success that every music producer should know
00:19:58 - Focus shares a story of someone pretending to be him to his face
00:21:57 - Dem Jointz drops secrets for success that every music producer should know 00:24:01 - Ray gives us a look behind the scenes of Iyaz' hit record "Replay"
00:27:06 - How to stay relevant and keep up with new sounds
00:29:55 - Focus remembers his success on Busta Rhymes - "Respect My Congolmerate" 00:33:25 - The journey vs escapism

00:35:59 - Dem Jointz addresses how his hometown of Compton is depicted in the media 00:42:31 - What would they have done differently if they could do their careers over again? 00:44:14 - Dem Jointz and Focus play Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is
01:07:14 - Focus and Dem Jointz give their credit checks

01:10:29 - Top 5 West Coast Producers
01:20:56 - Do you consider yourself a GOAT or an underdog? 01:24:07 - Dem Jointz announces new projects and collaborations 01:27:37 - Focus shares his frustrations with the music industry today

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Big Gipp and James Worthy Discuss The Music Industry Divide Between New York and The South Mar 14, 2023

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Big Gipp, of the legendary group Goodie Mob , shines a light on contracts terms changing, New York influence over Hip Hop Media, 1995 Source Awards, and more. James Worthy, weighs in on their new project, "Gipp N Worthy", and also talks about, Whitney Houston's, influence on his life. Ray Daniels and Gipp, break down Eminem and his attributes that helped him excel in the industry. Is 50 Cent More Superior to Jay-Z in the South? Find out on this episode of The GAUDS Show! #Nufacewasthere , no really Nuface was there!!

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