I remember back in April of 2010, Kendrick tweeted that he was in Detroit and performing at The Shelter (where the real 8 Mile battles took place) which is in the basement of Saint Andrews for $20 tix. Him, Q, and TDE were on a promo run for Overly Dedicated. My boy and I were working on my first mixtape, and decided to take a break that day from recording. I saw that tweet and said let’s pull up. We got there and went to Sweetwater Tavern to get some wings across the street from the venue, and Kendrick & Q happened to be in the booth behind us. We didn’t notice until they left though. When it was time to perform, no lie, there was about 10 or 11 people in TOTAL in there and they both rocked that shit like it was 10,000. No ego. Even after the show, Kendrick & Q stuck around and kicked it with everyone until it was time to go. I’ll never forget that experience. Over those next few months, he blew up like crazy and his fanbase grew phenomenally. Punch talking about them in that grind period is so poignant. They definitely put in the work fasho so it’s amazing to see where they are now.💯
Oh this was definitely needed because SZA is a phenomenal talent and what Punch has done with TDE is remarkable and also this perfect timing...facts or real life facts?
I love that every guest always complements Tank and J for what they are doing for R&B even though the platform is for giving the guests their flowers, they always give some back too❤️❤️❤️👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻🔥🔥🔥
Was waiting on a SiR mention because of his pedigree, family origin & the bodies of work he’s put out over the last few years🙃 it would be great if yall could have him on. Esp with the work he, his brothers and cousin have done with Tyrese
Y’all have no idea how grateful I am for this podcast. Thank yall so much. Hearing these stories remind me to keep going and that nothing happens overnight. I’m an independent artist with no team doing everything on my own and I get exhausted sometimes but I keep going because something inside me won’t let me stop no matter how hard it gets. This show is needed. Thank yall so much.
My dad played the Temptations on every long car ride, 80’s house parties/BBQ’s w/his Air Force friends, remember dancing w/him when I was 4 to the Temptations, etc. So nostalgic! RIP to my best friend, my daddy! ❤🙏🏾🥹
Amazing interview. Love interviews from individuals like Punch. These are so crucial. Not too many people like him. Key component to the culture and music as a whole. Filled with integrity, principles and values. Love it.
49:00 that story he told about a suicidal girl telling Kendrick his song saved her life changed not only them but the tde music label. TDE will live forever..
I learned a lot about artist development and branding. Another insight was that to succeed in the music business, you have to think strategically. Also, when ending a partnership, you should "pat down" to ensure you leave with what is rightfully yours. This principle aligns with the biblical idea of leaving with the spoils.
45:10 "That room is connected" 🙌 I felt that. J is preachin sometimes and don't even no it. He's not even trying. Lol Always dropping gems. Its appreciated though.
1:20:57 yea I think artists that make music for themselves have lasting careers. That’s why I love artists like SZA, Ari Lennox, Jazmine Sullivan.. their music comes off authentic & they have great music taste.
Can you move the time stamp to the bottom of your comment? I can't check the comments without it skipping to this part. I have to keep searching for where I was after checking the comments.
TDE has some of the baddest on their roster, still. That's undeniable. It's definitely an artistic label. Nobody has that vibe quite like them. Obviously PG because Kendrick and Dave are cut from the same cloth but you know what I mean.
Not mentioning SiR during the “current R&B” conversation is WILD. Let’s not forget - Xavier Omar, Durand Bernarr and ELHAE. Yall gotta revisit that conversation
This episode was very inspiring especially people wanting to start labels!! And yes Tank!! ...I'm mad taco bell got rid of those caramel apple empanadas...I use to crush those!!
I remember when the CTRL tour tickets went on sell. Instantly sold out! I was so hurt. I feel like even during the CTRL era, SZA could’ve done bigger venues. Idk about arenas but definitely bigger. Her demand was extremely high after CTRL dropped.
Damn y’all keep bringing it. And there’s a tour? Get the hell outta here!! Proud. J I been watching you come up since Newtron. “My heart” solo and all. Same wit Tank. Smh y’all “dope” man. Not bad meaning bad, but bad meaning good
20 minutes from Sza - is the chips at the bottom of the bag. Listening to her talk, her mind is ALWAYS naturally ruminating visuals and tangible life. Robin has all the mechanics. But he tucks the real person inside his own envelope. So to culture - his music comes off like the shower is running . . . while life is cooking. Irks the vibe. Artists use real paint.
We can’t leave ERIC BELLINGER out the conversation of who’s talking that talk. That man don’t miss, The Rebirth 3: The party & The bedroom one of them ones
I remember back in April of 2010, Kendrick tweeted that he was in Detroit and performing at The Shelter (where the real 8 Mile battles took place) which is in the basement of Saint Andrews for $20 tix. Him, Q, and TDE were on a promo run for Overly Dedicated. My boy and I were working on my first mixtape, and decided to take a break that day from recording. I saw that tweet and said let’s pull up. We got there and went to Sweetwater Tavern to get some wings across the street from the venue, and Kendrick & Q happened to be in the booth behind us. We didn’t notice until they left though.
When it was time to perform, no lie, there was about 10 or 11 people in TOTAL in there and they both rocked that shit like it was 10,000. No ego. Even after the show, Kendrick & Q stuck around and kicked it with everyone until it was time to go. I’ll never forget that experience. Over those next few months, he blew up like crazy and his fanbase grew phenomenally. Punch talking about them in that grind period is so poignant. They definitely put in the work fasho so it’s amazing to see where they are now.💯
Damn I am missing those Sweet Water wings right now lol!😎😋
🔥🔥🔥
What a wonderful story you told it so well.
Bless!
@@timothyburke3971 man, I been in LA for the last 5 years and I would give my right arm for some sweetwater wings and garlic fries
Oh this was definitely needed because SZA is a phenomenal talent and what Punch has done with TDE is remarkable and also this perfect timing...facts or real life facts?
FACTS💎 #TDE
REAL LIFE FACTS TOP DAWG ENTERTAINMENT ‼️‼️‼️
I love that every guest always complements Tank and J for what they are doing for R&B even though the platform is for giving the guests their flowers, they always give some back too❤️❤️❤️👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻🔥🔥🔥
Yassss I agree 💯💯🔥🔥👏🏼👏🏼
It definitely speaks to their character and how they carry themselves in the industry. ❤
1000%
Was waiting on a SiR mention because of his pedigree, family origin & the bodies of work he’s put out over the last few years🙃 it would be great if yall could have him on. Esp with the work he, his brothers and cousin have done with Tyrese
Sir is single handedly holding r&b on his shoulders forreal !!
Absolutely NEED SiR on here
Was so surprised they didn’t mention SiR, so wild
Me too , I came to the comments just to see if I missed something?
Y’all have no idea how grateful I am for this podcast. Thank yall so much. Hearing these stories remind me to keep going and that nothing happens overnight. I’m an independent artist with no team doing everything on my own and I get exhausted sometimes but I keep going
because something inside me won’t let me stop no matter how hard it gets. This show is needed. Thank yall so much.
So much respect and admiration for how Punch and TDE built their foundation! This one of my favorite episodes
Punch is like an Oracle 🙏🏾✨
*an
J.V has a lot of knowledge, Tank lucky to have him as his manager 🎉
Facts
Thank you for telling the Control verse story Punch 😭😭😭😭😭
Right 🤣
cole and diddy right
yooo this the only reason why i came to the comments
TDE is the best Hip-Hop label in the game in the last 12 years consistently salute
i’m gonna comment this every time SZA is part of the conversation on the show. please invite SZA to the show. we need her. ❤
The guest list on this show is always random and brilliant. Well done
Facts
I love Punch and Top TDE ❤❤❤❤❤
The part with the difference between make music for yourself and music for people IS Knowledge 💎💎💎
J cole talks about the Diddy fight on his track "let go my hand "
Punch interviews never disappoints
It’s Our Time🏆 #WESTCOAST
My dad played the Temptations on every long car ride, 80’s house parties/BBQ’s w/his Air Force friends, remember dancing w/him when I was 4 to the Temptations, etc. So nostalgic! RIP to my best friend, my daddy! ❤🙏🏾🥹
These two R&B guys are the best interviews in the game...bar none.
J valentines really loves new Jack city😂😂
😅❤
So R&B money podcast ain’t talk about the male R&B TDE artist SIR?
My thought exactly
Maybe he’s on the list of upcoming guests
That is pretty wild fr
@@malikradford but not a mention I understand how big SZA is but SIR dropped two great albums under TDE most recently this year
I just commented this. And towards the end they discussed current male rnb and didn’t mention him. Weird
“ What a friend we have in Jesus, all our sins and griefs to bear”
Amazing interview. Love interviews from individuals like Punch. These are so crucial. Not too many people like him. Key component to the culture and music as a whole. Filled with integrity, principles and values. Love it.
1:43:28 for Sir to not be mentioned in the R&B conversation… is he not TDE still?🤔
A few TDE artists weren't mentioned
49:00 that story he told about a suicidal girl telling Kendrick his song saved her life changed not only them but the tde music label. TDE will live forever..
“AB-Sol’s grandfathers record shop” -Punch 🔥🔥🔥🔥
I learned a lot about artist development and branding. Another insight was that to succeed in the music business, you have to think strategically. Also, when ending a partnership, you should "pat down" to ensure you leave with what is rightfully yours. This principle aligns with the biblical idea of leaving with the spoils.
Thank you for this conversation, much respect and big blessings!
Punch's top 5 songs were the truth. I'm born & raised Motown. Big ups.
I Aint Saying No Names is definitely about Kendrick 'Control and J.Cole's and Diddy's fight.
45:10 "That room is connected" 🙌 I felt that.
J is preachin sometimes and don't even no it. He's not even trying. Lol
Always dropping gems. Its appreciated though.
Facts
Happy Saturday Money Makers. Let’s GOOOOOOO!!!!
J. Valentine, I asked my 15 year old what he would play for his girl and he said “My Heart Belongs to You” Jodeci. I’m so proud!
Happy Saturday R&B Money!!! Thanks for another one! "I'm good money - I know!" LOL Luh ya'll!
Tank jokes be wild but I love them 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂.
Pretty little bird by SZA is art 🔥
Punch DropN💎 #FRESNO
Shoutout to Punch for picking the songs on the Sun tirade, Damn and Redemption plus Oxymoron can't forget about Herbert.✌🏼
Treating Sir like Reason is wild as hell
Great job as usual, fellas 🔥
Appreciate it!
Dope seeing Punch get some shine and tell the back story!
Love this guy!
1:20:57 yea I think artists that make music for themselves have lasting careers. That’s why I love artists like SZA, Ari Lennox, Jazmine Sullivan.. their music comes off authentic & they have great music taste.
Can you move the time stamp to the bottom of your comment? I can't check the comments without it skipping to this part. I have to keep searching for where I was after checking the comments.
TDE has some of the baddest on their roster, still. That's undeniable. It's definitely an artistic label. Nobody has that vibe quite like them. Obviously PG because Kendrick and Dave are cut from the same cloth but you know what I mean.
Damn that Climax puts my in a place. Every time it’s mentioned, I have to sing it in my head…❤❤❤ that song!!
Not mentioning SiR during the “current R&B” conversation is WILD. Let’s not forget - Xavier Omar, Durand Bernarr and ELHAE. Yall gotta revisit that conversation
Caramel Apple Empanada was UNDEFEATED.
This episode was very inspiring especially people wanting to start labels!! And yes Tank!! ...I'm mad taco bell got rid of those caramel apple empanadas...I use to crush those!!
Punch’s I Ain’t Saying No Names was so obvious 😂 iykyk
Diddy ish lol
I remember when the CTRL tour tickets went on sell. Instantly sold out! I was so hurt. I feel like even during the CTRL era, SZA could’ve done bigger venues. Idk about arenas but definitely bigger. Her demand was extremely high after CTRL dropped.
Blessed to have meet some of the team and been in the Carson studio, and the van was still there at the time lol. Legendary stand up legends 🙌🏾
I had no clue Bobby V managed Tank. That's dope
The promo van 😂😭😭😂
Make sure it got gas in it too 😂
Let’s Go🔥🔥🔥 #TDE
Great interview 💥
I wanna say so much. But this is phenomenal space. Great show ya'll
💙💙💙R&B Money!💙💙💙
He said he telling the truth even when he not 😂😂😂😂😂 IM DEAD BUT I FELT WHERE HE WAS COMING FROM
All respect to TDE
We need Janet Jackson up here.
That ‘Say no names’ CONTROL story doe. 😂🔥🔥
Y’all gotta bring Sir on, i thought fasho y’all was going to ask about him
🔥🔥🔥🔥
LL Cool J aka The G.O.A.T 🎧🎤🔥💪🏾 #NextUp
Wait, they already announced him as a guest for R&B Money? That’d be great!
Yo thanks for mentioning Phoenix J!!!!!!
This is a curriculum to be studied
This Show Dope🔥🔥🔥 #TDE
Use to see that Jay Rock van everywhere
I love punch and glad he’s on here but I’m not sure how we can be talking about r&b or TDE and not mention SiR
One of my favorites by far, but SZA ain't the only R&B over there
Punch laughs in such a rich manner
This is so informative!!
Ran to come watch & learn from this!
Great episode!!! 🔥🔥🎶🎶
Damn y’all keep bringing it. And there’s a tour? Get the hell outta here!! Proud. J I been watching you come up since Newtron. “My heart” solo and all. Same wit Tank. Smh y’all “dope” man. Not bad meaning bad, but bad meaning good
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Thank U
20 minutes from Sza - is the chips at the bottom of the bag. Listening to her talk, her mind is ALWAYS naturally ruminating visuals and tangible life. Robin has all the mechanics. But he tucks the real person inside his own envelope. So to culture - his music comes off like the shower is running . . . while life is cooking. Irks the vibe. Artists use real paint.
Dude could be a good fit for Papa Jay [new guy - talking positive real relationship moves].
We finally got the full story lmao Salute 😂
I'm learning alot from this interview I didn't Know Kendrick did the deal with Aftermath before he dropped Section 80.
I Peformed Save Mart Center🔥🔥🔥 #TDE
Let’s get August Alsina on here!
This was cool. Can yall reach out to Joss Stone? Tell her she's missed ❤
We can’t leave ERIC BELLINGER out the conversation of who’s talking that talk. That man don’t miss, The Rebirth 3: The party & The bedroom one of them ones
Ayeeee. I’m from the Bay but work near Wheatland.
Hard Rock Casino 💪🏾
Great interview! Punch is dope! Shout out to SZA super dope also shout out to SiR another dope R&B artist on TDE
Good morning happy Saturday
This has got be the most obvious "I ain't saying no names" ever. 🤣🤣🤣🤣
Yall aint talking bout SIR? Sheesh! 😮
❤❤❤
Good episode Punch so laid back 😂❤
1:54:24 Emory Jones was beating the $hit out of J.cole accidentally lmao
Las Vegas all star weekend was a movie
Ill be the 1000th person to comment this but what about Sir? He has one of the best voices rn
Great interview but wished he would’ve told a story bout Sir who had a classic album in my opinion on TDE “chasing summer”
This the first time i heard that diddy and cole story in detail
I enjoyed this one. Great content
Important interview!
💯