Journey From the Pharcyde

Jaded 80s Baby podcast

 

 

 

Episode Description

In this episode of the Jaded 80s Baby podcast, I sit down with J-Swift. This legendary hitmaker is known as the mastermind behind some of hip-hop’s most iconic songs, but these days, he’s trying to draw attention for more than his beat-making prowess. Tune in as we talk about his ongoing fight against the U.S. government, what really happened between him and The Pharcyde, getting “greyballed” in the music industry, and much more!

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Timestamps

00:30 – Introduction/Update on current situation


01:32 – Homelessness in Madrid


02:25 – Getting “greyballed” in the music industry


04:53 – Friction with Tommy Boy records and why did the Wascals only released one album


11:15 – Impact of industry issues on family life and his father’s influence on him musically


15:06 – Meeting legends at the BMI awards


19:01 – Are hip-hop icons appreciated more overseas than in the US?


20:15 – Bucwheed teaching him how to write rhymes


23:20 – Story from a college tour with Pete Rock


26:44 – Drugs in society and the recording booth


29:04 – Legal battle to get back into the United States


49:04 – Importance of family


51:30 – Severity of his financial situation


55:55 – How his family pushes him to continue fighting


56:40 – Message to the listeners