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BackStory with Colby ColbRIP Voletta Wallace the mother of The Notorious B.I.G.In this poignant episode of The Backstory Podcast, host Colby Colb pays tribute to Voletta Wallace, the mother of The Notorious B.I.G., who recently passed away. Throughout the episode, Colby highlights various interview clips with Voletta, where she reflects on her life raising her son, Christopher Wallace (Biggie), in Brooklyn. She shares touching memories of Biggie’s childhood, his love of reading and writing, and her pride in watching his rise to fame. Voletta opens up about the challenges of being a mother while navigating the dangers of the streets and the music industry, and she...
2025-02-2121 minBackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbRIP Voletta Wallace the mother of The Notorious B.I.G.In this poignant episode of The Backstory Podcast, host Colby Colb pays tribute to Voletta Wallace, the mother of The Notorious B.I.G., who recently passed away. Throughout the episode, Colby highlights various interview clips with Voletta, where she reflects on her life raising her son, Christopher Wallace (Biggie), in Brooklyn. She shares touching memories of Biggie’s childhood, his love of reading and writing, and her pride in watching his rise to fame. Voletta opens up about the challenges of being a mother while navigating the dangers of the streets and the music industry, and she...
2025-02-2121 minBackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbIrv Gotti, Rest In Peace (Re-Broadcast)Rest in peace, Irv Gotti. In this special re-release, originally published in 2022, Colby Colb shares an exclusive interview with the legendary music producer, label owner, and filmmaker. Irv Gotti recounts his journey from a Queens DJ to discovering Jay-Z and DMX, bringing them to Def Jam, and founding his own label, Murder Inc., which achieved staggering success. Irv Gotti, the legendary co-founder of the influential Hip-Hop label Murder Inc., passed away at 54. According to sources, Gotti was recently placed on a ventilator in the ICU after suffering another stroke earlier this week. The shocking news has sent...
2025-02-0627 minBackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbIrv Gotti, Rest In Peace (Re-Broadcast)Rest in peace, Irv Gotti. In this special re-release, originally published in 2022, Colby Colb shares an exclusive interview with the legendary music producer, label owner, and filmmaker. Irv Gotti recounts his journey from a Queens DJ to discovering Jay-Z and DMX, bringing them to Def Jam, and founding his own label, Murder Inc., which achieved staggering success. Irv Gotti, the legendary co-founder of the influential Hip-Hop label Murder Inc., passed away at 54. According to sources, Gotti was recently placed on a ventilator in the ICU after suffering another stroke earlier this week. The shocking news has sent...
2025-02-0627 minBackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbQuincy Jones, Rest In Peace (Re-Broadcast)Rest in peace to the legendary Quincy Jones. In this special re-release of this episode of The Backstory, originally published in 2018, Colby Colb shares a rare interview with the greatest producer of all time. Quincy Jones takes us through his journey from poverty to producing timeless music across genres and generations. What was it like working with Michael Jackson? How did he recover from a brain hemorrhage? What is his process as a producer? This is the Backstory of an icon whose impact on music will live on forever.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2024-11-0446 minBackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbQuincy Jones, Rest In Peace (Re-Broadcast)Rest in peace to the legendary Quincy Jones. In this special re-release of this episode of The Backstory, originally published in 2018, Colby Colb shares a rare interview with the greatest producer of all time. Quincy Jones takes us through his journey from poverty to producing timeless music across genres and generations. What was it like working with Michael Jackson? How did he recover from a brain hemorrhage? What is his process as a producer? This is the Backstory of an icon whose impact on music will live on forever.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2024-11-0446 minBackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbGamma CEO Larry Jackson Billion Dollar Bet To Change The Music IndustryColby Colb returns with a special episode of The Backstory featuring the inspiring journey of Gamma CEO Larry Jackson, a seasoned radio, Tech and record executive who raised a billion dollars to launch Gamma, a game-changing media and technology company whose business model is changing the landscape of the music business. His roster of artists include Usher, Sexyy Redd, Rick Ross, Snoop Dogg, October London and 4Batz. He also entered into creative partnerships with label executives like LA Reid and who is also featured on this episode discussing his unique partnership with Larry Jackson.See omnystudio.com/li...
2024-09-1753 minBackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbGamma CEO Larry Jackson Billion Dollar Bet To Change The Music IndustryColby Colb returns with a special episode of The Backstory featuring the inspiring journey of Gamma CEO Larry Jackson, a seasoned radio, Tech and record executive who raised a billion dollars to launch Gamma, a game-changing media and technology company whose business model is changing the landscape of the music business. His roster of artists include Usher, Sexyy Redd, Rick Ross, Snoop Dogg, October London and 4Batz. He also entered into creative partnerships with label executives like LA Reid and who is also featured on this episode discussing his unique partnership with Larry Jackson.See omnystudio.com/li...
2024-09-1753 minBackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbThe story of Eazy E and NWA: Part 2 “How Things Fell Apart”NWA had one of the greatest debut albums in history, following Straight Outta Compton they released two solo artists The D.O.C. and Michelle then their follow up EP and then their second album Niggaz For Life then it all fell apart. In this episode Colby Colb digs into the reasons behind the break up of the worlds most dangerous group plus the unprecedented success of Ice Cube and Dr. Dre and the entry of Suge Knight and Death Row which would all come to a climax with the death of Eazy E of AIDS in 1995.  It sounds l...
2023-07-2154 minBackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbThe story of Eazy E and NWA: Part 2 “How Things Fell Apart”NWA had one of the greatest debut albums in history, following Straight Outta Compton they released two solo artists The D.O.C. and Michelle then their follow up EP and then their second album Niggaz For Life then it all fell apart. In this episode Colby Colb digs into the reasons behind the break up of the worlds most dangerous group plus the unprecedented success of Ice Cube and Dr. Dre and the entry of Suge Knight and Death Row which would all come to a climax with the death of Eazy E of AIDS in 1995.  It sounds l...
2023-07-2154 minBackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbThe story of Eazy E and NWA: Part 1 “The Foundation of The Legacy”In this episode Colby Colb explores the story behind one of the greatest collection of music artists NWA and the legacy they built collectively. It starts with a lucky drug dealer in Compton who was tired of hustling and wanted to use his drug proceeds to get into the music business. He saw the success RunDmc was having and had an idea for a supergroup with Ice Cube, DJ Yella and MC Ren surrounding a DJ/Producer Dr. Dre. They conquered the music business on their own terms and was so controversial with their song “Fuck The Police” that the...
2023-07-1455 minBackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbThe story of Eazy E and NWA: Part 1 “The Foundation of The Legacy”In this episode Colby Colb explores the story behind one of the greatest collection of music artists NWA and the legacy they built collectively. It starts with a lucky drug dealer in Compton who was tired of hustling and wanted to use his drug proceeds to get into the music business. He saw the success RunDmc was having and had an idea for a supergroup with Ice Cube, DJ Yella and MC Ren surrounding a DJ/Producer Dr. Dre. They conquered the music business on their own terms and was so controversial with their song “Fuck The Police” that the...
2023-07-1455 minBackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbEddie FGolden era Hip Hop producer, DJ and original member of Heavy D and The Boyz Eddie F gives the backstory of the early days of Heavy D plus his illustrious career as a producer and A&R for LaFace and Motown. @getthebackstory@officialcolbycolb  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/backstory-with-colby-colb/id1339943923https://open.spotify.com/show/0ZRCkyd1wgg4Sawr4IewykSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-07-071h 08BackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbEddie FGolden era Hip Hop producer, DJ and original member of Heavy D and The Boyz Eddie F gives the backstory of the early days of Heavy D plus his illustrious career as a producer and A&R for LaFace and Motown. @getthebackstory@officialcolbycolb  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/backstory-with-colby-colb/id1339943923https://open.spotify.com/show/0ZRCkyd1wgg4Sawr4IewykSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-07-071h 08BackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbNe-YoSinger, songwriter, producer and actor NE-YO talks about his career, his humble beginnings in Arkansas and rise from writer/producer to artists. The hits he has written for several artists and the impact his songs have had. He tells a story about Michael Jackson calling him and signing his favorite NE-YO song. @getthebackstory@officialcolbycolb  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/backstory-with-colby-colb/id1339943923https://open.spotify.com/show/0ZRCkyd1wgg4Sawr4Iewyk  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-06-3036 minBackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbNe-YoSinger, songwriter, producer and actor NE-YO talks about his career, his humble beginnings in Arkansas and rise from writer/producer to artists. The hits he has written for several artists and the impact his songs have had. He tells a story about Michael Jackson calling him and signing his favorite NE-YO song. @getthebackstory@officialcolbycolb  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/backstory-with-colby-colb/id1339943923https://open.spotify.com/show/0ZRCkyd1wgg4Sawr4Iewyk  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-06-3036 minBackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbBig Daddy KaneGolden era Hip Hop legend Big Daddy Kane gives the backstory of his career from his humble beginnings in Brooklyn as a DJ, meeting with Biz Markie, the recording of his first song, the pressure of the music business and how he put Jayz on. @getthebackstory@officialcolbycolb  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/backstory-with-colby-colb/id1339943923https://open.spotify.com/show/0ZRCkyd1wgg4Sawr4IewykSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-06-1635 minBackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbBig Daddy KaneGolden era Hip Hop legend Big Daddy Kane gives the backstory of his career from his humble beginnings in Brooklyn as a DJ, meeting with Biz Markie, the recording of his first song, the pressure of the music business and how he put Jayz on. @getthebackstory@officialcolbycolb  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/backstory-with-colby-colb/id1339943923https://open.spotify.com/show/0ZRCkyd1wgg4Sawr4IewykSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-06-1635 minBackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbBackstory Bonus HIP HOP 50 Kid N PlayAs we celebrate 50 years of Hip Hop in 2023 we will be releasing some additional classic interview footage from some of the legends of the game. This is Kid N Play from September 27th , 1991. They were coming off of the success of the House Party movie and were releasing their 3rd album “Face The Nation”. Thanks for listening to the Backstory Podcast @getthebackstory@officialcolbycolb  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/backstory-with-colby-colb/id1339943923https://open.spotify.com/show/0ZRCkyd1wgg4Sawr4Iewyk  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-06-1203 minBackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbBackstory Bonus HIP HOP 50 Kid N PlayAs we celebrate 50 years of Hip Hop in 2023 we will be releasing some additional classic interview footage from some of the legends of the game. This is Kid N Play from September 27th , 1991. They were coming off of the success of the House Party movie and were releasing their 3rd album “Face The Nation”. Thanks for listening to the Backstory Podcast @getthebackstory@officialcolbycolb  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/backstory-with-colby-colb/id1339943923https://open.spotify.com/show/0ZRCkyd1wgg4Sawr4Iewyk  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-06-1203 minBackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbKid & PlayHip Hop Icons Kid N Play share stories about how they came together, their early struggles and how their real life and the movie “House Party” came about. @getthebackstory@officialcolbycolb  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/backstory-with-colby-colb/id1339943923https://open.spotify.com/show/0ZRCkyd1wgg4Sawr4Iewyk  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-06-0950 minBackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbKid & PlayHip Hop Icons Kid N Play share stories about how they came together, their early struggles and how their real life and the movie “House Party” came about. @getthebackstory@officialcolbycolb  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/backstory-with-colby-colb/id1339943923https://open.spotify.com/show/0ZRCkyd1wgg4Sawr4Iewyk  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-06-0950 minBackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbRalph TresvantNew Edition lead singer Ralph Tresvant Singer shares his Backstory from the projects in Boston to leading the biggest black boy band since the Jackson 5.  @getthebackstory@officialcolbycolb  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/backstory-with-colby-colb/id1339943923https://open.spotify.com/show/0ZRCkyd1wgg4Sawr4Iewyk  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-06-0242 minBackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbRalph TresvantNew Edition lead singer Ralph Tresvant Singer shares his Backstory from the projects in Boston to leading the biggest black boy band since the Jackson 5.  @getthebackstory@officialcolbycolb  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/backstory-with-colby-colb/id1339943923https://open.spotify.com/show/0ZRCkyd1wgg4Sawr4Iewyk  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-06-0242 minBackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbKirk FranklinSinger,  songwriter and Choir Director Kirk Franklin shares his Backstory from his rough up bringing as an adopted child to his discovery of music and how it changed his life.@getthebackstory@officialcolbycolb  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/backstory-with-colby-colb/id1339943923https://open.spotify.com/show/0ZRCkyd1wgg4Sawr4IewykSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-05-2625 minBackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbKirk FranklinSinger,  songwriter and Choir Director Kirk Franklin shares his Backstory from his rough up bringing as an adopted child to his discovery of music and how it changed his life.@getthebackstory@officialcolbycolb  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/backstory-with-colby-colb/id1339943923https://open.spotify.com/show/0ZRCkyd1wgg4Sawr4IewykSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-05-2625 minBackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbAlicia KeysSinger,  songwriter and humanitarian Alicia Keys shares her Backstory from early days growing up on the Lower East Side to her initial disdain for the music business. She shares many keys to her success. @getthebackstory@officialcolbycolb  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/backstory-with-colby-colb/id1339943923https://open.spotify.com/show/0ZRCkyd1wgg4Sawr4IewykSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-05-1940 minBackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbAlicia KeysSinger,  songwriter and humanitarian Alicia Keys shares her Backstory from early days growing up on the Lower East Side to her initial disdain for the music business. She shares many keys to her success. @getthebackstory@officialcolbycolb  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/backstory-with-colby-colb/id1339943923https://open.spotify.com/show/0ZRCkyd1wgg4Sawr4IewykSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-05-1940 minBackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbMontell JordanSinger, songwriter, minister Montell Jordan shares his Backstory from church singer to having one of the biggest songs in the country.@getthebackstory@officialcolbycolb  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/backstory-with-colby-colb/id1339943923https://open.spotify.com/show/0ZRCkyd1wgg4Sawr4Iewyk   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-05-0546 minBackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbMontell JordanSinger, songwriter, minister Montell Jordan shares his Backstory from church singer to having one of the biggest songs in the country.@getthebackstory@officialcolbycolb  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/backstory-with-colby-colb/id1339943923https://open.spotify.com/show/0ZRCkyd1wgg4Sawr4Iewyk   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-05-0546 minBackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbBABYFACESinger,  songwriter, record producer BABYFACE gives the Backstory of his career from The Deele to chart topping song writing for numerous artists and his own stellar run as a solo artist.@getthebackstory@officialcolbycolb  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/backstory-with-colby-colb/id1339943923https://open.spotify.com/show/0ZRCkyd1wgg4Sawr4IewykSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-04-2832 minBackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbBABYFACESinger,  songwriter, record producer BABYFACE gives the Backstory of his career from The Deele to chart topping song writing for numerous artists and his own stellar run as a solo artist.@getthebackstory@officialcolbycolb  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/backstory-with-colby-colb/id1339943923https://open.spotify.com/show/0ZRCkyd1wgg4Sawr4IewykSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-04-2832 minBackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbJaz-ORapper and music producer Jaz-O talks about his life in Marcy projects and signing a record deal, mentoring a young Jayz and his place in hip hop history. @getthebackstory @officialcolbycolb  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/backstory-with-colby-colb/id1339943923https://open.spotify.com/show/0ZRCkyd1wgg4Sawr4Iewyk   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-04-2153 minBackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbJaz-ORapper and music producer Jaz-O talks about his life in Marcy projects and signing a record deal, mentoring a young Jayz and his place in hip hop history. @getthebackstory @officialcolbycolb  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/backstory-with-colby-colb/id1339943923https://open.spotify.com/show/0ZRCkyd1wgg4Sawr4Iewyk   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-04-2153 minBackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbSmokey RobinsonSinger songwriter, record producer, and former record executive the legend Smokey Robinson gives the Backstory of his legendary career from founding The Miracles and the beginnings of Motown with Berry Gordy.@getthebackstory@officialcolbycolb  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/backstory-with-colby-colb/id1339943923https://open.spotify.com/show/0ZRCkyd1wgg4Sawr4Iewyk See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-04-1425 minBackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbSmokey RobinsonSinger songwriter, record producer, and former record executive the legend Smokey Robinson gives the Backstory of his legendary career from founding The Miracles and the beginnings of Motown with Berry Gordy.@getthebackstory@officialcolbycolb  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/backstory-with-colby-colb/id1339943923https://open.spotify.com/show/0ZRCkyd1wgg4Sawr4Iewyk See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-04-1425 minBackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbLedisiGrammy award winning singer Ledisi talks about her musical career starting as a child in New Orleans and coming of age in San Francisco plus her role playing Gladys Knight in the recently released film Spinning Gold @getthebackstory@officialcolbycolb  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/backstory-with-colby-colb/id1339943923https://open.spotify.com/show/0ZRCkyd1wgg4Sawr4IewykSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-04-0733 minBackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbLedisiGrammy award winning singer Ledisi talks about her musical career starting as a child in New Orleans and coming of age in San Francisco plus her role playing Gladys Knight in the recently released film Spinning Gold @getthebackstory@officialcolbycolb  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/backstory-with-colby-colb/id1339943923https://open.spotify.com/show/0ZRCkyd1wgg4Sawr4IewykSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-04-0733 minBackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbAdam BlackstoneAdam Blackstone the multi talented artist, songwriter, producer and famously a musical director who has put together multiple Super Bowls including Dr. Dre in which he won an Emmy. Rihanna, Justin Timberlake and Shakira. Adam has also been the musical director for The Grammy’s and The Academy Awards and he has worked with some of the biggest names in entertainment as he shares stories from his amazing musical journey.@getthebackstory@officialcolbycolb  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/backstory-with-colby-colb/id1339943923https://open.spotify.com/show/0ZRCkyd1wgg4Sawr4IewykAdamSee omny...
2023-03-3143 minBackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbAdam BlackstoneAdam Blackstone the multi talented artist, songwriter, producer and famously a musical director who has put together multiple Super Bowls including Dr. Dre in which he won an Emmy. Rihanna, Justin Timberlake and Shakira. Adam has also been the musical director for The Grammy’s and The Academy Awards and he has worked with some of the biggest names in entertainment as he shares stories from his amazing musical journey.@getthebackstory@officialcolbycolb  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/backstory-with-colby-colb/id1339943923https://open.spotify.com/show/0ZRCkyd1wgg4Sawr4IewykAdamSee omny...
2023-03-3143 minBackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbSpecial EdStarting as a 15 year old teenager in High School Special Ed talks about his career and how he was able to navigate the Hip Hop industry at such a young age.@getthebackstory@officialcolbycolb  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/backstory-with-colby-colb/id1339943923https://open.spotify.com/show/0ZRCkyd1wgg4Sawr4IewykSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-03-2431 minBackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbSpecial EdStarting as a 15 year old teenager in High School Special Ed talks about his career and how he was able to navigate the Hip Hop industry at such a young age.@getthebackstory@officialcolbycolb  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/backstory-with-colby-colb/id1339943923https://open.spotify.com/show/0ZRCkyd1wgg4Sawr4IewykSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-03-2431 minBackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbKid CapriThe Legendary DJ Kid Capri shares insight in his career journey from selling mixtapes on the corner in Harlem to DJing parties around the world for the last 30 years. They touch on his influential moments including Def Comedy Jam and Martin TV show theme.@getthebackstory@officialcolbycolb https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/backstory-with-colby-colb/id1339943923https://open.spotify.com/show/0ZRCkyd1wgg4Sawr4IewykSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-03-1748 minBackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbKid CapriThe Legendary DJ Kid Capri shares insight in his career journey from selling mixtapes on the corner in Harlem to DJing parties around the world for the last 30 years. They touch on his influential moments including Def Comedy Jam and Martin TV show theme.@getthebackstory@officialcolbycolb https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/backstory-with-colby-colb/id1339943923https://open.spotify.com/show/0ZRCkyd1wgg4Sawr4IewykSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-03-1748 minBackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbThe Notorious B.I.G.Its been 26 years since we tragically lost the Notorious B.I.G. In this Backstory episode Colby Colb tells the story of BIG from his early days in the streets of Brooklyn through his initial success, relationship with Tupac including a very detailed description of the beef between them and how it caused an East Coast/West Coast rivalry. Colby will also share exclusive interviews he had with Biggie’s mother Voletta Wallace and the man who discovered him DJ Mister C. There are also interviews that Colby had with Biggy including an interview with Craig Mack and Biggy ar...
2023-03-091h 35BackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbThe Notorious B.I.G.Its been 26 years since we tragically lost the Notorious B.I.G. In this Backstory episode Colby Colb tells the story of BIG from his early days in the streets of Brooklyn through his initial success, relationship with Tupac including a very detailed description of the beef between them and how it caused an East Coast/West Coast rivalry. Colby will also share exclusive interviews he had with Biggie’s mother Voletta Wallace and the man who discovered him DJ Mister C. There are also interviews that Colby had with Biggy including an interview with Craig Mack and Biggy ar...
2023-03-091h 35BackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbMonicaR&B star Monica discusses her legendary career starting as a teen sensation and growing up in the music business. She touches on her many achievements in the music business and in life. @getthebackstory@officialcolbycolb   https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/backstory-with-colby-colb/id1339943923 https://open.spotify.com/show/0ZRCkyd1wgg4Sawr4IewykSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-02-2420 minBackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbMonicaR&B star Monica discusses her legendary career starting as a teen sensation and growing up in the music business. She touches on her many achievements in the music business and in life. @getthebackstory@officialcolbycolb   https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/backstory-with-colby-colb/id1339943923 https://open.spotify.com/show/0ZRCkyd1wgg4Sawr4IewykSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-02-2420 minBackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbMonie LoveA teenager from London just getting into Hip Hop travels to America and enters the genre and drops a classic hit and becomes a star. This is the story of Monie Love and she sits down with Colby Colb to discuss her career, her challenges and other life lessons. Follow the show @backstorypcc (Twitter)@getthebackstory (Instagram)@BackstorywithColbyColb (Facebook)@colbycolb (Twitter)@officalcolbycolb (Instagram)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-02-1045 minBackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbMonie LoveA teenager from London just getting into Hip Hop travels to America and enters the genre and drops a classic hit and becomes a star. This is the story of Monie Love and she sits down with Colby Colb to discuss her career, her challenges and other life lessons. Follow the show @backstorypcc (Twitter)@getthebackstory (Instagram)@BackstorywithColbyColb (Facebook)@colbycolb (Twitter)@officalcolbycolb (Instagram)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-02-1045 minBackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbIrv GottiMusic producer, label owner and movie producer Irv Gotti checks in on the Backstory Podcast with Colby Colb as they talk about his rise from Queens DJ, to discovering Jayz and DMX and bringing them to Def Jam and his own label Murder Inc and the staggering success of the label. Follow the show @backstorypcc (Twitter)@getthebackstory (Instagram)@BackstorywithColbyColb (Facebook)@colbycolb (Twitter)@officalcolbycolb (Instagram)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2022-12-1627 minBackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbIrv GottiMusic producer, label owner and movie producer Irv Gotti checks in on the Backstory Podcast with Colby Colb as they talk about his rise from Queens DJ, to discovering Jayz and DMX and bringing them to Def Jam and his own label Murder Inc and the staggering success of the label. Follow the show @backstorypcc (Twitter)@getthebackstory (Instagram)@BackstorywithColbyColb (Facebook)@colbycolb (Twitter)@officalcolbycolb (Instagram)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2022-12-1627 minBackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbJohn LegendArtist, Producer , Humanitarian John Legend speaks with Colby Colb about his very successful musical career. His EGOT status, owner of an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony plus how a chance meeting with Lauryn Hill led to his inclusion on her classic debut solo project The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill.    Follow the show @backstorypcc (Twitter)@getthebackstory (Instagram)@BackstorywithColbyColb (Facebook)@colbycolb (Twitter)@officalcolbycolb (Instagram)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2022-12-0931 minBackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbJohn LegendArtist, Producer , Humanitarian John Legend speaks with Colby Colb about his very successful musical career. His EGOT status, owner of an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony plus how a chance meeting with Lauryn Hill led to his inclusion on her classic debut solo project The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill.    Follow the show @backstorypcc (Twitter)@getthebackstory (Instagram)@BackstorywithColbyColb (Facebook)@colbycolb (Twitter)@officalcolbycolb (Instagram)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2022-12-0931 minBackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbSalaam RemiIn this episode Colby Colb checks in with Grammy Award winning producer, label executive and creative entrepreneur Salaam Remi who has worked with Nas, The Fugees, Fergie and one of the creative forces behind the late Amy Whinhouse. Salaam was one of the first producers to fuse Hip Hop and Reggae creating a genre of major hits in the 90s and 2000s.   Follow the show@backstorypcc (Twitter)@getthebackstory (Instagram)@BackstorywithColbyColb (Facebook)@colbycolb (Twitter)@officalcolbycolb (Instagram)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2022-12-021h 31BackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbSalaam RemiIn this episode Colby Colb checks in with Grammy Award winning producer, label executive and creative entrepreneur Salaam Remi who has worked with Nas, The Fugees, Fergie and one of the creative forces behind the late Amy Whinhouse. Salaam was one of the first producers to fuse Hip Hop and Reggae creating a genre of major hits in the 90s and 2000s.   Follow the show@backstorypcc (Twitter)@getthebackstory (Instagram)@BackstorywithColbyColb (Facebook)@colbycolb (Twitter)@officalcolbycolb (Instagram)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2022-12-021h 31BackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbL.A. ReidAnd we're back with a brand new season as we speak to one of the most iconic executives in the game, LA Reid. Host Colby Colb takes us on a journey to the beginnings of LA Reid's career as an artist and how his success led him to starting a label that shaped the careers of some of our favorite artists.   Hear the Backstory of LA Reid working with Babyface, TLC,  Usher, Outkast, and more of the biggest names in HipHop / R&B.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2022-11-011h 30BackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbL.A. ReidAnd we're back with a brand new season as we speak to one of the most iconic executives in the game, LA Reid. Host Colby Colb takes us on a journey to the beginnings of LA Reid's career as an artist and how his success led him to starting a label that shaped the careers of some of our favorite artists.   Hear the Backstory of LA Reid working with Babyface, TLC,  Usher, Outkast, and more of the biggest names in HipHop / R&B.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2022-11-011h 30Beyond The Album Cover
Beyond The Album CoverColby ColbFor this episode of Beyond The Album Cover I interview Colby Colb(VP Of Programming for Urban One and host of the podcast Backstory With Colby Colb). We talk about his love of radio and how he got his start in Philly at Power 99, Philly hip hop, his podcast and the artists that he had the chance to meet or hear before they hit the big time. Don't miss this interview!!! BeyondTheAlbumCover can be found wherever you stream podcasts, YouTube at Youtube.com/j85, and follow the Facebook page at Facebook.com/BeyondTheAlbumCover to stay updated with the podcast!!!!
2021-10-2357 minBackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbChuck D from Public EnemyColby sits down with the iconic music legends Chuck D from the historically significant group Public Enemy as they discuss all aspects of his career. In addition Colby shares classic interviews with Chuck D. Public Enemy is one of the most unique bands of all time. You will learn how they got started, survived and thrived.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2021-04-031h 16BackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbChuck D from Public EnemyColby sits down with the iconic music legends Chuck D from the historically significant group Public Enemy as they discuss all aspects of his career. In addition Colby shares classic interviews with Chuck D. Public Enemy is one of the most unique bands of all time. You will learn how they got started, survived and thrived.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2021-04-031h 16BackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbJay-Z: 10 Years InThis is the third of three Backstory Podcasts on Jay-Z. In this episode Colby explores Jay'Z after the Blueprint albums, his retirement and The Black Album, the R Kelly debacle, his Def Jam Presidency up to his triumphant return album Kingdome Come. Colby shares exclusive interviews during this time period. This is the Backstory of Jay-Z: 10 Years in.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2020-09-281h 07BackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbJay-Z: 10 Years InThis is the third of three Backstory Podcasts on Jay-Z. In this episode Colby explores Jay'Z after the Blueprint albums, his retirement and The Black Album, the R Kelly debacle, his Def Jam Presidency up to his triumphant return album Kingdome Come. Colby shares exclusive interviews during this time period. This is the Backstory of Jay-Z: 10 Years in.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2020-09-281h 07BackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbFat Joe12 albums plus and millions sold. Its the 27th anniversary in the career of Fat Joe. An MC from the birthplace of Hip Hop the Bronx. In this episode host Colby Colb shares numerous interviews he's had with Joe throughout his  career. An artist who broke the mold of success in the very competitive Hip Hop industry you will learn his Backstory. As a bonus Fat Joe is an exceptional storyteller. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2020-07-271h 29BackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbFat Joe12 albums plus and millions sold. Its the 27th anniversary in the career of Fat Joe. An MC from the birthplace of Hip Hop the Bronx. In this episode host Colby Colb shares numerous interviews he's had with Joe throughout his  career. An artist who broke the mold of success in the very competitive Hip Hop industry you will learn his Backstory. As a bonus Fat Joe is an exceptional storyteller. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2020-07-271h 29BackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbHip Hop's Greatest Storyteller Slick RickThe greatest storyteller in the history of Hip Hop Slick Rick, an immigrant who came to the US as a child and relocated to the birthplace of Hip Hop The Bronx. He came onto the scene with two of the most iconic songs The Show and La Di Da Di.  Wanting to do his own thing he goes solo, drops a classic debut album that goes platinum. On top of the world with money, fame and tremendous success he lost it all after a family situation took a tragic turn sending him to jail. This one moment would haunt h...
2020-05-0459 minBackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbHip Hop's Greatest Storyteller Slick RickThe greatest storyteller in the history of Hip Hop Slick Rick, an immigrant who came to the US as a child and relocated to the birthplace of Hip Hop The Bronx. He came onto the scene with two of the most iconic songs The Show and La Di Da Di.  Wanting to do his own thing he goes solo, drops a classic debut album that goes platinum. On top of the world with money, fame and tremendous success he lost it all after a family situation took a tragic turn sending him to jail. This one moment would haunt h...
2020-05-0459 minBackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbWu-Tang Clan Part Two: The Solo projectsIn this episode of The Backstory Podcast after the multi platinum success of Enter the 36 Chambers the members of the Wu-Tang clan release several successful solo albums. The RZA's supergroup Gravediggaz, Method Man's TIcal, ODB Return to the 36 Chambers, Raekwon The Chef's Only Built For Cuban Linx, The GZA's Liquid Swords and Ghostface Killah Ironman and Supreme Clientale. Colby shares interviews from several of the Wu-Tang members during this historical period which fueled anticipation for the Wu-Tangs sophomore album Wu-Tang Forever.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2020-02-1049 minBackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbWu-Tang Clan Part Two: The Solo projectsIn this episode of The Backstory Podcast after the multi platinum success of Enter the 36 Chambers the members of the Wu-Tang clan release several successful solo albums. The RZA's supergroup Gravediggaz, Method Man's TIcal, ODB Return to the 36 Chambers, Raekwon The Chef's Only Built For Cuban Linx, The GZA's Liquid Swords and Ghostface Killah Ironman and Supreme Clientale. Colby shares interviews from several of the Wu-Tang members during this historical period which fueled anticipation for the Wu-Tangs sophomore album Wu-Tang Forever.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2020-02-1049 minBackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbWuTang Clan Part 1: Hip Hop's best ensemble of MC'sIn this episode of The Backstory Podcast host Colby Colb takes you on a audio journey to the beginnings of the WuTang Clan. Three cousins two from Brooklyn and one from Staten Island who had a love for Hip Hop form the foundation of one of Hip Hop's most successful groups. Along the way they dealt with an industry that didn't understand them, legal setbacks and sudden success.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2020-01-1953 minBackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbWuTang Clan Part 1: Hip Hop's best ensemble of MC'sIn this episode of The Backstory Podcast host Colby Colb takes you on a audio journey to the beginnings of the WuTang Clan. Three cousins two from Brooklyn and one from Staten Island who had a love for Hip Hop form the foundation of one of Hip Hop's most successful groups. Along the way they dealt with an industry that didn't understand them, legal setbacks and sudden success.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2020-01-1953 minBackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbMary J BligeColby has a candid conversation with the Queen of Hip Hop soul Mary J Blige.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2018-12-2823 minBackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbQuincy JonesThe greatest producer of all time Quincy Jones from poverty to producing music in several eras and genres. Colby shares a rare interview with this living icon. What was it like working with Michael Jackson? How did he recover from a brain hemorrhage? What is his musical producing process? This is the Backstory of Quincy Jones.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2018-12-2046 minBackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbQuincy JonesThe greatest producer of all time Quincy Jones from poverty to producing music in several eras and genres. Colby shares a rare interview with this living icon. What was it like working with Michael Jackson? How did he recover from a brain hemorrhage? What is his musical producing process? This is the Backstory of Quincy Jones.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2018-12-2046 minBackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbSwizz BeatzArtist and producer Swizz Beatz shares his life journey in music from early days to becoming a millionaire at 18. Working with Ruff Ryders, DMX, Jayz, Beyonce Swizz goes song for song with Colby.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2018-11-1935 minBackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbBlueprint Hov 9/11/01This is a follow up from the first Backstory episode "Jay Z The Making Of A Business Man" as Colby walks us through Jay Z's biggest selling album "Hard Knock Life" and the follow up to that "Life and Time's of S. Carter. This sets the stage for his critically acclaimed "Blueprint" album and the events that took place around it's release on September 11th 2001. This was one of his best albums and the introduction of a young producer Kanye West.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2018-09-111h 00BackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbBlueprint Hov 9/11/01This is a follow up from the first Backstory episode "Jay Z The Making Of A Business Man" as Colby walks us through Jay Z's biggest selling album "Hard Knock Life" and the follow up to that "Life and Time's of S. Carter. This sets the stage for his critically acclaimed "Blueprint" album and the events that took place around it's release on September 11th 2001. This was one of his best albums and the introduction of a young producer Kanye West.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2018-09-111h 00BackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby Colb50 CentOne 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.
2018-07-2444 minBackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby Colb50 CentOne 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.
2018-07-2444 minBackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbJanet JacksonShe 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.
2018-07-1047 minBackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbCommonColby 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.
2018-06-2650 minBackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbCommonColby 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.
2018-06-2650 minBackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbKenny GambleOne 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.
2018-06-121h 05BackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbI Miss The Old KanyeOne 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.
2018-05-291h 00BackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbI Miss The Old KanyeOne 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.
2018-05-291h 00BackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbThe Ilmatic kid NasNasir 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.
2018-05-151h 04BackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbThe Roots: Hip Hop's First BandFrom 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.
2018-04-241h 00BackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbThe Chris Brown StoryColby 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.
2018-04-1049 minBackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbThe Chris Brown StoryColby 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.
2018-04-1049 minBackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbChristopher Wallace: The Notorious B.I.G. Part 2Christopher 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.
2018-03-2046 minBackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbChristopher Wallace: The Notorious B.I.G. Part 1Colby takes us through the life and legacy of hip hop legend Christopher Wallace The Notorious BIG. He entered the Hip Hop arena with a big splash with a debut album "Ready To Die" which is considered a Hip Hop Classic. Part one of this two part series includes rare interviews with BIG, his mother, and industry insiders that had the privilege to know and work him. This episode covers the time period leading up to his debut album.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2018-03-0657 minBackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbRun-DMC: The Kings Of Hip HopThey were Hip Hop's first super group, labeled the Kings of Hip Hop. Colby Colb gives an in-depth history lesson on Rund Dmc sharing exclusive rare interviews with the group spread out over 10 years. What was their early rise to success? How did they deal with their first setback? What was their comeback like in 1993? Plus Colby shares an in depth interview with RunDmc and Doug E Fresh in 1995 talking about Hip Hop in that moment. One other interview you will hear is Run, his brother Russell Simmons and boxing legend Bernard Hopkins who shares a very inspiring story...
2018-02-271h 22BackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbRun-DMC: The Kings Of Hip HopThey were Hip Hop's first super group, labeled the Kings of Hip Hop. Colby Colb gives an in-depth history lesson on Rund Dmc sharing exclusive rare interviews with the group spread out over 10 years. What was their early rise to success? How did they deal with their first setback? What was their comeback like in 1993? Plus Colby shares an in depth interview with RunDmc and Doug E Fresh in 1995 talking about Hip Hop in that moment. One other interview you will hear is Run, his brother Russell Simmons and boxing legend Bernard Hopkins who shares a very inspiring story...
2018-02-271h 22BackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbLL Cool J: The Original GOATHe stepped onto the scene as a brash young teenager and became the Prince of Hip Hop, a great rapper with good looks and sex appeal. Every teenage girl loved him. How did he become the G.O.A.T.? Colby Colb takes us through the history of LL Cool J with rare audio interviews and a freestyle.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2018-02-2041 minBackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbLL Cool J: The Original GOATHe stepped onto the scene as a brash young teenager and became the Prince of Hip Hop, a great rapper with good looks and sex appeal. Every teenage girl loved him. How did he become the G.O.A.T.? Colby Colb takes us through the history of LL Cool J with rare audio interviews and a freestyle.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2018-02-2041 minBackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbJay-Z: The Making Of A Business ManJay-Z is a household name today, the brilliant artist/business man/ billionaire came from humble roots. How did he do it? What was going on during his ascension? Colby Colb takes us through Jay-Z's early days as an artist with rare interviews before the release of his classic debut album up to his second album "In My Lifetime" Vol 1 and his deal with Def Jam. You'll also hear one of his earl free styles that's still considered one of his best to this day.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2018-02-1347 minBackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbJay-Z: The Making Of A Business ManJay-Z is a household name today, the brilliant artist/business man/ billionaire came from humble roots. How did he do it? What was going on during his ascension? Colby Colb takes us through Jay-Z's early days as an artist with rare interviews before the release of his classic debut album up to his second album "In My Lifetime" Vol 1 and his deal with Def Jam. You'll also hear one of his earl free styles that's still considered one of his best to this day.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2018-02-1347 minBackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbBackstory Podcast TrailerIntroducing "Backstory with Colby Colb". Legendary Hip Hop broadcaster Colby Colb shares some of his many years of interesting interviews with some of music's biggest names. Go behind the scenes with artists like Jayz, Common, Nas, Kanye West, WuTang Clan, Swizz Beats, DJ Khaled and more. Music history, interesting conversations and information you never knew before. Subscribe to the Backstory Podcast with Colby Colb. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2018-02-0107 minBackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbBackstory Podcast TrailerIntroducing "Backstory with Colby Colb". Legendary Hip Hop broadcaster Colby Colb shares some of his many years of interesting interviews with some of music's biggest names. Go behind the scenes with artists like Jayz, Common, Nas, Kanye West, WuTang Clan, Swizz Beats, DJ Khaled and more. Music history, interesting conversations and information you never knew before. Subscribe to the Backstory Podcast with Colby Colb. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2018-02-0107 minBackStory with Colby Colb
BackStory with Colby ColbBackstory Podcast: The PrologueWelcome to the Backstory Podcast hosted by Colby Colb as he goes behind the success of some of music biggest's artists. What was Jayz like before Reasonable Doubt? Nas before Ilmatic? Eazy E right before his death? The WuTang CLan? Colby was there for all of these moments in Hip Hip with classic content and great storytelling.   
2018-01-3000 min