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  • The Skhye Hutch Interview: Producer On ScHoolboy Q’s "Blue Lips" & Kendrick's “Dying Of Thirst”

    The Skhye Hutch Interview: Producer On ScHoolboy Q’s "Blue Lips" & Kendrick's “Dying Of Thirst”
    Apr 28 2025
    The Skhye Hutch Interview: Producer On ScHoolboy Q’s "Blue Lips" & Kendrick's “Dying Of Thirst” #skhyehutch #musicproducer #curtissking Chapters: 0:00 Introduction To Skhye Hutch 7:13 Attending Music Institute 12:40 Time Of Day Skhye Hutch Works Best 16:00 How LA Influenced Skhye's Sound 21:39 Timbaland's Influence On Skhye 25:35 What Skhye's 1st Beats Sounded Like 27:37 The Triton Keyboard 30:39 How Curtiss Met Skhye Hutch 31:18 The Genius Of Tae Beast 36:01 Does Skhye Play Keys? 38:17 Tae Beast & Skhye Collab Group 40:43 Skhye's Signature Sound 43:53 Don't Overthink Your Beats 56:53 Working & Keeping A Low Profile 59:24 Producing Kendrick's "Dying Of Thirst" 1:02:12 "Dying Of Thirst" Was Originally For Ab-Soul 1:05:52 Skhye's Signature Drum Breaks 1:11:01 Why Producer Can Never Fall Off 1:15:14 The Producer Key To Kendrick's Longevity 1:17:42 How Skhye Produced Ab-Soul "ILLuminate" 1:26:13 Dave Free's Advice Of Keeping It Simple 1:28:20 Do You Love Producing More Now Or The Beginning? 1:31:04 How Skhye Stays Aware Of Music Trends 1:33:16 How Bryon Tiller' "Dont" Inspired Jay Rock's "Easy Bake" 1:36:54 How Skhye Worked On ScHoolboy Q's "Blue Lips" 1:43:50 SchHoolboy Q's Studio Work Ethic 1:44:31 How Blue Lips Became An All-Star Jam Session 1:49:34 Nelly Pulled Up To The "Blue Lips" Session? 1:56:04 How The Battle Overshadowed "Blue Lips" 1:57:40 How To Listen To "Blue Lips" in 2025 2:05:48 How Skhye Prioritizes Soul Over Trends 2:12:38 How Skhye Makes Timeless Music 2:19:19 Is There A Downside To Producer Collaboration? 2:22:39 Skhye's Wisdom For His Younger Self 2:29:26 The Value Of Being EASY To Work With 2:30:59 What DAW Does Skhye Use 2:35:07 The Skhye Hutch Album "ISU" 2:40:00 What Keeps Skhye Grounded 2:41:56 Skhye Talks Ab-Soul's "Soul Burger" 👑 Who is Skhye Hutch? Skhye Hutch is a Grammy-nominated producer and instrumentalist from Los Angeles, known for crafting soulful, introspective soundscapes that have shaped the sound of modern Hip Hop. His production credits include Kendrick Lamar’s “Sing About Me, I’m Dying of Thirst” from good kid, m.A.A.d city, Ab-Soul’s “ILLuminate” from Control System, Jay Rock’s “Easy Bake” featuring Kendrick Lamar and SZA, and Logic’s “Growing Pains III” from Under Pressure. Most recently, Skhye contributed to ScHoolboy Q’s 2024 album Blue Lips, producing the track “Love Birds” featuring Devin Malik and Lance Skiiiwalker. A member of the Digi+Phonics collective, Skhye’s work continues to influence the West Coast sound and beyond. 👑 WHO IS CURTISS KING?! By the way, if this is your first time watching one of my videos, my name is Curtiss King. I'm an Independent Rapper, Music Producer, and YouTuber. My goal is to make you think, laugh and motivate you daily. If you need a channel that constantly keeps you motivated, in a good mood, and speaks to deep thoughts of creatives, consider subscribing. 🔴 SUBSCRIBE TO CURTISSKINGTV: https://bit.ly/subcktv 💪 FULL AMAZON STOREFRONT: ►► https://www.amazon.com/shop/curtisskingtv 🌊 FOLLOW CURTISS KING ►► Instagram → http://instagram.com/CurtissKing ►► Twitter → http://twitter.com/CurtissKing ►► Website → http://curtissking.com ►► My Music → http:/curtissking.bandcamp.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    2 h y 56 m
  • Dody6 Calls Out Kendrick Lamar Over GNX 'Hey Now' Collaboration

    Dody6 Calls Out Kendrick Lamar Over GNX 'Hey Now' Collaboration
    Apr 23 2025
    Dody6 Calls Out Kendrick Lamar Over GNX 'Hey Now' Collaboration #kendricklamar #gnx #curtissking 🔴 SUBSCRIBE TO CURTISSKINGTV: https://bit.ly/subcktv 🛠️ JOIN THE DIYERS PATREON! https://www.patreon.com/CurtissKingTV 👑 WHO IS CURTISS KING?! By the way, if this is your first time watching one of my videos, my name is Curtiss King. I'm an Independent Rapper, Music Producer, and YouTuber. My goal is to make you think, laugh and motivate you daily. If you need a channel that constantly keeps you motivated, in a good mood, and speaks to deep thoughts of creatives, consider subscribing. 💪 FULL AMAZON STOREFRONT: ►► https://www.amazon.com/shop/curtisskingtv 🌊 FOLLOW CURTISS KING ►► Instagram → http://instagram.com/CurtissKing ►► Twitter → http://twitter.com/CurtissKing ►► Website → http://curtissking.com ►► My Music → http:/curtissking.bandcamp.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    40 m
  • The Punch Interview: TDE President Talks Kendrick Vs. Drake, SZA, & Hip Hop Media

    The Punch Interview: TDE President Talks Kendrick Vs. Drake, SZA, & Hip Hop Media
    Apr 18 2025
    The Punch Interview: TDE President Talks Kendrick Vs. Drake, SZA, & Hip Hop Media #TDE #SZA #kendricklamar #curtissking Chapters: 0:00 Stream Begins 1:30 Who Is Punch 4:43 How Curtiss Met Punch 6:04 The TDE Code Of Conduct Sign 9:54 Why Lyricists Respect Punch So Much 11:41 Punch's "Midrange" Advice To Daylyt 14:12 How Mumble Rappers & Rap Purists Are Similar 16:46 The Key To TDE's Longevity & Resilience 17:26 Punch's Views On The "Sophomore Jinx" 18:42 Why TDE Turned Down Lady Gaga Feature 20:08 What Kept TDE So Grounded 21:20 TDE Started As DIYers? 27:24 The Early Adversities Of TDE 30:03 Why TDE Stresses Quality Over Quantity 32:15 Punch's Influences As A Writer/Lyricist 36:03 What Punch Looks For In TALENT 36:59 Punch's Current View On Lyricism Today 38:01 The Birth Of "HUMAN MUSIC" 42:34 The Potential Punch Saw In Kendrick Lamar 43:42 Kendrick: Writing Vs. Not Writing Lyrics Down 48:46 How Early TDE Was Like A Bootcamp 50:18 Anthony Top Dawg's Studio 54:53 The Worth Ethic Of TDE 57:47 Punch's On Kendrick's Super Bowl Show 59:12 The "Luther" Music Video 59:51 Kendrick Lamar Vs. Drake Battle 1:00:01 The Kendrick Lamar "Control Verse" 1:06:11 The TDE ENERGY When "LIKE THAT" Dropped 1:08:49 Punch's 1st Reaction To "First Person Shooter" 1:10:50 Punch's 1st Reaction To Drake's "Push Ups" 1:13:22 Punch Highlights The Mistake Of "Taylor Made Freestlye" 1:15:43 Punch DEBUNKS Kendrick's Music Output Argument 1:17:53 Punch's 1st Reaction To Kendrick's "Euphoria" 1:19:36 Euphoria Was LONGER?? 1:20:29 Did Punch Hear Kendrick's 5 Other Diss Songs? 1:21:50 AB-SOUL CALLS IN! 1:24:20 Punch's Reaction To 6:16 In LA 1:29:38 Punch's Reaction To Family Matters 1:30:32 Punch Talks Drake's "Red Button" Mistake 1:33:30 Punch's 1st Reaction To Meet The Grahams 1:40:04 Punch 1st Reaction To Not Like Us 1:43:17 Punch Confirms Kendrick's Easter Eggs 1:47:01 How "Taylor Made" Inspired "Not Like Us" 1:47:17 Kendrick Lamar & DJ Mustard 1:48:53 @ChillingWithMonie Heart Pt. 6 Question 1:53:56 The Heart Pt. 6 Theory 1:56:55 Punch's Reaction To The Pop Out Show 2:04:38 Punch Talks Managing SZA 2:10:53 @ChillingWithMonie Asks SZA Question 2:13:58 Punch Talks The Rise Of Doechii 2:20:04 Punch: This Is An Important Platform 2:20:59 @ChillingWithMonie Asks Doechii "Plant" Question 2:25:39 The Literacy Rates Vs. Lyric Comprehension 2:28:16 When Rap Fans Think They're Experts 2:33:16 The Problem With Hip Hop Journalism Today 2:36:41 Punch's Debate With Jay-Z: Pray Vs. 99 Problems 2:37:54 Hip Hop Media vs. Audience Consumption 2:39:02 Punch Discusses Curtiss King's Journey 2:43:16 The Importance Of CARE in Artistry 2:44:07 The Importance Of Rap Genius 2:46:35 The Patience Of TDE 👑 Who is Punch? Terrence "Punch" Henderson is the president of Top Dawg Entertainment (TDE), the influential label home to cultural giants like Kendrick Lamar, SZA, Jay Rock, ScHoolboy Q, Ab-Soul, and more. Revered for his lyrical insight and executive vision, Punch has helped shape some of the most important voices in modern Hip Hop. Beyond the boardroom, Punch is also an artist, writer, and the founder of the A Room Full of Mirrors creative collective. From mentoring artists like Ab-Soul and Kendrick on the art of lyricism, to navigating the ever-evolving dynamics of Hip Hop media and managing SZA’s historic rise, Punch continues to be a guiding force in the culture. 🔴 SUBSCRIBE TO CURTISSKINGTV https://bit.ly/subcktv 💪 FULL AMAZON STOREFRONT https://www.amazon.com/shop/curtisskingtv 🌊 FOLLOW CURTISS KING Instagram → http://instagram.com/CurtissKing Twitter → http://twitter.com/CurtissKing Website → http://curtissking.com My Music → http://curtissking.bandcamp.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    3 h y 20 m
  • The Deante’ Kyle Interview: Its Bigger Than Hip Hop

    The Deante’ Kyle Interview: Its Bigger Than Hip Hop
    Apr 17 2025
    The Deante’ Kyle Interview: Its Bigger Than Hip Hop #deantekyle #blackculture #curtissking 👑 Who is Deante’ Kyle? Deante' Kyle is a passionate cultural commentator and host of the Grits and Eggs Podcast. With his unfiltered insights, he explores the intersections of Black identity, Hip Hop, and collective healing. Whether tackling societal shifts or calling out cultural contradictions, Deante' uses his platform to amplify truth and nuance, making him a rising voice among today’s independent thinkers. 🔴 SUBSCRIBE TO DEANTE' KYLE https://www.youtube.com/@GritsAndEggsPodcast 🛠️ JOIN THE DIYERS PATREON! https://www.patreon.com/CurtissKingTV 🔴 SUBSCRIBE TO CURTISSKINGTV: https://bit.ly/subcktv 👑 WHO IS CURTISS KING?! By the way, if this is your first time watching one of my videos, my name is Curtiss King. I'm an Independent Rapper, Music Producer, and YouTuber. My goal is to make you think, laugh and motivate you daily. If you need a channel that constantly keeps you motivated, in a good mood, and speaks to deep thoughts of creatives, consider subscribing. 💪 FULL AMAZON STOREFRONT: ►► https://www.amazon.com/shop/curtisskingtv 🌊 FOLLOW CURTISS KING ►► Instagram → http://instagram.com/CurtissKing ►► Twitter → http://twitter.com/CurtissKing ►► Website → http://curtissking.com ►► My Music → http:/curtissking.bandcamp.com 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5436852754972672 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    2 h y 18 m
  • Deante' Kyle: Black Folks Should STOP Saying "YN" (Reaction)

    Deante' Kyle: Black Folks Should STOP Saying "YN" (Reaction)
    Apr 16 2025
    Deante' Kyle: Black Folks Should STOP Saying "YN" (Reaction) #curtissking 🔴 SUBSCRIBE TO CURTISSKINGTV: https://bit.ly/subcktv 🛠️ JOIN THE DIYERS PATREON! https://www.patreon.com/CurtissKingTV 👑 WHO IS CURTISS KING?! By the way, if this is your first time watching one of my videos, my name is Curtiss King. I'm an Independent Rapper, Music Producer, and YouTuber. My goal is to make you think, laugh and motivate you daily. If you need a channel that constantly keeps you motivated, in a good mood, and speaks to deep thoughts of creatives, consider subscribing. 💪 FULL AMAZON STOREFRONT: ►► https://www.amazon.com/shop/curtisskingtv 🌊 FOLLOW CURTISS KING ►► Instagram → http://instagram.com/CurtissKing ►► Twitter → http://twitter.com/CurtissKing ►► Website → http://curtissking.com ►► My Music → http:/curtissking.bandcamp.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    57 m
  • I Got Invited to POWER 106… Then This Happened

    I Got Invited to POWER 106… Then This Happened
    Apr 14 2025
    I Got Invited to POWER 106… Then This Happened #curtissking 🔴 SUBSCRIBE TO CURTISSKINGTV: https://bit.ly/subcktv 🛠️ JOIN THE DIYERS PATREON! https://www.patreon.com/CurtissKingTV 👑 WHO IS CURTISS KING?! By the way, if this is your first time watching one of my videos, my name is Curtiss King. I'm an Independent Rapper, Music Producer, and YouTuber. My goal is to make you think, laugh and motivate you daily. If you need a channel that constantly keeps you motivated, in a good mood, and speaks to deep thoughts of creatives, consider subscribing. 💪 FULL AMAZON STOREFRONT: ►► https://www.amazon.com/shop/curtisskingtv 🌊 FOLLOW CURTISS KING ►► Instagram → http://instagram.com/CurtissKing ►► Twitter → http://twitter.com/CurtissKing ►► Website → http://curtissking.com ►► My Music → http:/curtissking.bandcamp.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    35 m
  • J Nolan & Curtiss King: Balancing Hip Hop News & Music

    J Nolan & Curtiss King: Balancing Hip Hop News & Music
    Apr 14 2025
    J Nolan & Curtiss King: Balancing Hip Hop News & Music #jnolan #independentartist #curtissking 🔴 SUBSCRIBE TO J NOLAN: https://www.youtube.com/@UCAqhgrwhTiHebLqKD5ZWspQ 👑 Who is J Nolan? J Nolan is a respected independent rapper, entrepreneur, and content creator known for championing lyrical excellence and integrity in the music industry. With viral success from his “Real Hip Hop Lyric Breakdown” series on YouTube, he’s become a trusted voice for aspiring artists and Hip Hop fans alike. His music blends sharp lyricism with soulful production, while his videos and platform Educated Hustle break down the realities of making money independently as an artist without selling out. 👑 WHO IS CURTISS KING?! By the way, if this is your first time watching one of my videos, my name is Curtiss King. I'm an Independent Rapper, Music Producer, and YouTuber. My goal is to make you think, laugh and motivate you daily. If you need a channel that constantly keeps you motivated, in a good mood, and speaks to deep thoughts of creatives, consider subscribing. 🔴 SUBSCRIBE TO CURTISSKINGTV: ►► https://bit.ly/subcktv 💪 FULL AMAZON STOREFRONT: ►► https://www.amazon.com/shop/curtisskingtv 🌊 FOLLOW CURTISS KING ►► Instagram → http://instagram.com/CurtissKing ►► Twitter → http://twitter.com/CurtissKing ►► Website → http://curtissking.com ►► My Music → http://curtissking.bandcamp.com 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5436852754972672 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    2 h y 27 m
  • The 3D Na'Tee Interview: DIYer Mobile Studio Life, Indie Rap, & Ownership

    The 3D Na'Tee Interview: DIYer Mobile Studio Life, Indie Rap, & Ownership
    Apr 14 2025
    The 3D Na'Tee Interview: DIYer Mobile Studio Life, Indie Rap, & Ownership #3dnatee #independentrap #curtissking 🔴 SUBSCRIBE TO 3D NA'TEE: https://www.youtube.com/@3dnatee 👑 WHO IS 3D NA'TEE? 3D Na’Tee is a New Orleans-based rapper, lyricist, entrepreneur, and creative powerhouse. Known for turning down major label deals to keep her independence, she’s built an empire on bars, visuals, and bold innovation—including her self-made mobile studio van. With co-signs from Tech N9ne, Sway, and Timbaland, 3D Na’Tee is proof that DIY artistry can lead to professional excellence. In this interview, we talk about her creative process, staying independent, women in Hip Hop, and her impact on the culture. 👑 WHO IS CURTISS KING?! By the way, if this is your first time watching one of my videos, my name is Curtiss King. I'm an Independent Rapper, Music Producer, and YouTuber. My goal is to make you think, laugh and motivate you daily. If you need a channel that constantly keeps you motivated, in a good mood, and speaks to deep thoughts of creatives, consider subscribing. 🔴 SUBSCRIBE TO CURTISSKINGTV: https://bit.ly/subcktv 💪 FULL AMAZON STOREFRONT: ►► https://www.amazon.com/shop/curtisskingtv 🌊 FOLLOW CURTISS KING ►► Instagram → http://instagram.com/CurtissKing ►► Twitter → http://twitter.com/CurtissKing ►► Website → http://curtissking.com ►► My Music → http:/curtissking.bandcamp.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 h y 58 m
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