Tony Weaver Amen! I hate to say it, but black folks don't always give the respect or pay homage to our icons and legends like our paler brothers and sisters do to rock stars. We need to do BETTER. Black music is the spine of every genre of music and it deserves to be treated as such.
nuwavegurl I'm with you 100 percent, I don't know why are people do each other like that SMH... Yes we got to do better N. E, should be celebrated at all times and the fact that there still going strong say's it ALL.
Michael Bivins is a straight up talking man. His is articulate, educated and wise! He is very transparent, honest and doesn’t mix his words. He is for everyone’s success and he isn’t afraid to share the stage and the wealth. Mad respect to Mr. Bivins 👊🏽🙏🏽❤️
Mike was always the NE business spokesman, and he Does a GREAT job Representing. I went to see NE so many years ago and my seats were so bad I could only see the back of the group at the Garden. Now, when I look at those ticket prices, I can't even afford to see them again.
You will. They are going to another level. One of my 22 year old coworkers was into the movie at work. So alone tells me that they will have a whole new generation to take care of. Peace. 😄
Marie Ryder Mike does a great job of hyping himself and branding BBD and SR Sportswear because that's his joosh. Note how he states here that he, Rickey, and Ronnie are really close. "BBD was 90% of the NE show"?!?! GTFOH, Where is Ralph, Johnny, and Bobby? If you listen to all of the interviews you start to put the pieces together that Mike is the shadiest of the group, he does not like to give the other members of NE (Ralph, Bobby, Johnny) their shine or credit.
Mike's right. He was real low key on what he was doing. I can't remember how I found out how big he was, but I remember being impressed back in the day at this young man. I've told people down through the years that Mike was the innovator in producing and they say, no, Diddy and them. No, it was definitely Mike. Pull the receipts and you'll know!
I just love me some BIV. he was and still is my favorite member of NE. I remember meeting him in 1989 in my hometown Washington DC. he was very nice to me as he was leaving he touch my cheek with his soft hand. wow I remember losing my mind after that touch. I loved BIV so much that when I found out I was having a som I prayed that my son would have a clef in his chin because mike have one and I thought that was so sexy on mike and god did answer my prayer my son got a clef lol. one more thing about Mike he is just the coolest MO FO you ever seen his swagger is ridiculous. NE fan 4 life.
Mike gives a lot of "food for thought" in this interview. The experience & wisdom of his 32 years in the music business provides a lot of insight and can help to Mentor young artists. Why do we have to call it "old skool". Experience matters. However, Ageism is real. Like Mike said, "I'm here to have a conversation. I'm NOT here to be relevant!"
What a well done interview. You get a lesson and entertainment. Mike B needs to drop a book about the industry. A behind the scenes look, a Netflix doc sort of thing. Mike also looks like he found a fountain of youth. He has just has not aged.
jessica fairley Thanks! I just loved the info dropped here. If Ice T can do Rap, why can't one of the leads of New Edition do a documentary or book ( if there is time for a book, got to strike while the iron is hot) on the messed up state of R&B. Plus Mike's voice is yummy, with on point info, good camera that would be hot. He could even talk to some of the greats like Teddy Riley and Babyface, and definitely Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis. Then OMG !!! that would be amazing. I would still love a book for my shelf. imagine a history book that took you from the beginning of R&B to present it. but it would really have to be done special, great interviews, beautiful pics, great cover. it's would have to be gorgeous to make people want to pay for a physical book. like a R&B time capsule. Man... I'm going to watch this video again LOL😍
I'm glad he said there isn't much R&B being pushed, it's being pushed into Hip-Hop. It's hard to hear any mainstream R&B music. It's a lot of it underground but they don't get airplay.
Just finished watching part 2 of the New Edition movie & homie from Empire who played Mike did his thing. He got his whole demeanor down pact & he sounds just like him
Man, I was blown away by Bryshere's performance as Michael B. This guy was so spot on. I felt like I was watching Mike! He even sound like him. Dude was amazing!
I totally agree with what Mike is talking about. However, please do not forget how it feels to be in love with someone. In other words, people seem to follow many different directions than what is expected. With that being said, Bobby and Whitney enjoyed each other company no matter what happened to either party. That was their life together and who are we to judge anymore. Thank you Mike for defending your friends. 😎
Biv wanted to be a Basketball player, got treated like a backup dancer and ended up a business man. So much respect for this dude, he always keep it thorough and talks game!
omg I luv the whole 3 day series,my nephew did too and he was 7 yrs old when they started.I was in love wit Mike cause I was digging his swag and I still luv the way he moves.
I've been rockin with the BC for years and this is by far one of the dopeist interviews this far, Biv is a stand up guy! He deserves his credibility at all levels!
This is what I'm talking about. Mike Bivins is showing his history and what he was about back in the day when no one noticed. He's dropping knowledge about the music business today and how they have so many misses. My son in law had this young teenage kid who could be the next Justin Bieber. They let him slip through their hands. I begged them, man work with that young man because with the right direction he will be the next big time rapper with his own swag. No one has moved on this kid. I don't even think he's rapping anymore.
this interview speaks volumes about this man intelligent level. I'm just shock as he'll to here all this. long as y as yall keep listening to this Bull shit on the radio WE WILL LOOSE THIS MUSIC FOR EVER.
Mike you've always been a really smart dude, thank you for this interview. Always valuable to hear the back stories & some of the business part of the industry. Wishing you much further success.
Mike Bivins said Stop trying to be relevant...and just be you. This applies to regular life in any aspect... ...household, family and work.
Shana Raquel Stanley 💯
Bryshere Gray killed it bruh he played this perfectly
The Human Durag Flap #STEELERSSUPERBOWL51CHAMPS agreed
The Human Durag Flap #STEELERSSUPERBOWL51CHAMPS sounded and looked just like him. It's crazy how that worked out.
The Human Durag Flap #STEELERSSUPERBOWL51CHAMPS agreed!
Wow
Yes!
Michael Bivins has the sexiest Boston accent ever. I cannot wait to see the New Edition Story. 😍😍😍😚😚😚
Ken Brown tomorrow is the day
Ken Brown it was awesome
I agree, this is usually an accent I can not tolerate but his is very sexy
Ken Brown yas that accent.... i need to move there
I just can't put 'Sexy' in the same sentence with Biv..nah.
man, I can listen to Biv for hours. Dude is real AF.
That part 💯
I could listen to him talk all day...the movie was awesome!
I need Michael Bivins to run the entire music industry. My God, this guy is a genius.
Salute to N.E.!!!!!! Mike dropping Jewels!!!! We got to support the classic timeless groups no matter what era it is.. GOOD MUSIC IS GOOD MUSIC!!!!!!
Tony Weaver Amen! I hate to say it, but black folks don't always give the respect or pay homage to our icons and legends like our paler brothers and sisters do to rock stars. We need to do BETTER. Black music is the spine of every genre of music and it deserves to be treated as such.
nuwavegurl
I'm with you 100 percent, I don't know why are people do each other like that SMH... Yes we got to do better N. E, should be celebrated at all times and the fact that there still going strong say's it ALL.
Tony Weaver You already know!
I loved the movie it was perfect 😍
salute them you're right!
Mike is definitely corporate
but still hood
you gotta love that
too underrated
harvey ramsey ...You're so right. What Jay say? " He's a business,man."
Mike that voice damn
Biv kicked so much knowledge....I love him!
Michael Bivins is a straight up talking man. His is articulate, educated and wise! He is very transparent, honest and doesn’t mix his words. He is for everyone’s success and he isn’t afraid to share the stage and the wealth. Mad respect to Mr. Bivins 👊🏽🙏🏽❤️
Very intelligent. I love him.
🙌🏾 Yaasss!
Great conversation. Glad I tuned in. I am so proud of Michael Bevin and his level of knowledge which was so informative.
Does everyone notice that practically every comment left are all positive? They're loved and respected by so many.
Biv need to write a book schooling these young cats about the industry. Him, Master P, and Dame Dash always drop jewels about the business.
Mike was always the NE business spokesman, and he Does a GREAT job Representing. I went to see NE so many years ago and my seats were so bad I could only see the back of the group at the Garden. Now, when I look at those ticket prices, I can't even afford to see them again.
Marie Ryder Oooh. That sucks. I was front side on the side in Atlanta years ago. You gotta see 'em again.
elshannon simmons
I know! Definitely sucks!! I pray..and I can see them again in concert. Thanks!
You will. They are going to another level. One of my 22 year old coworkers was into the movie at work. So alone tells me that they will have a whole new generation to take care of. Peace. 😄
*****
Oh MY!! lol!
Marie Ryder Mike does a great job of hyping himself and branding BBD and SR Sportswear because that's his joosh. Note how he states here that he, Rickey, and Ronnie are really close. "BBD was 90% of the NE show"?!?! GTFOH, Where is Ralph, Johnny, and Bobby? If you listen to all of the interviews you start to put the pieces together that Mike is the shadiest of the group, he does not like to give the other members of NE (Ralph, Bobby, Johnny) their shine or credit.
Mike's voice is yesss
Sexy AF
🥰
Mike Bivens has dropped so many jewels in this interview it's unreal.
This dude is brilliant!! He's always been my favorite - I love cerebral people...
Dude is about 50 yrs old but he looks like he's about 27 that damn melanin lol .....100 SALUTE
I know, right?! He's so handsome!!!
James Harden Yep Yep
Shawn-Hillary Schwartz yes, my favorite
And money bro. Good nutrition can do wonders my guy
He was 47 on here
This Brother Has Madd Knowledge .... He's Real.
Mike's right. He was real low key on what he was doing. I can't remember how I found out how big he was, but I remember being impressed back in the day at this young man. I've told people down through the years that Mike was the innovator in producing and they say, no, Diddy and them. No, it was definitely Mike. Pull the receipts and you'll know!
After watching this interview, I see why they cast Bryshere Gray as him. He can pull this off.
Kasey Penlton Bryshere sounds like him a little
I thought the same thing. He sounded like him
He did a great job
thought he was his son😣😣he did a great job
remember that rumor when people thought he was Jay z son?
1 OF THE BEST INTERVIEW I'VE SEEN.AND I COME FROM THAT ERA.
I just love me some BIV. he was and still is my favorite member of NE. I remember meeting him in 1989 in my hometown Washington DC. he was very nice to me as he was leaving he touch my cheek with his soft hand. wow I remember losing my mind after that touch. I loved BIV so much that when I found out I was having a som I prayed that my son would have a clef in his chin because mike have one and I thought that was so sexy on mike and god did answer my prayer my son got a clef lol. one more thing about Mike he is just the coolest MO FO you ever seen his swagger is ridiculous. NE fan 4 life.
Well alright. Lol
lucky girl lol
Michele McCready lucky mph
Id never woulda washed that cheek
ur so lucky mike is my baby 😍😍😍 that's wonderful i would've died if he touch my cheek. 😍😍❤💋
Girl you are hilarious 😂😂😂 but I completely understand! I love me some Mike too!
The casting lady Ms Reed needs an extra check cause she nailed it!
Anthony Livelong agreed!
Anthony Livelong I totally agree this movie was excellent........
Bivins has the calmest tone...Geez! I Could listen to him speak all day.
man, I could listen to him talk all day, they did good picking Yazz to play him... that voice, his swag...😍😍😍😍
Yes!! I love them both. lol
No cap!!! 🥰🥰🥰🥰
OMG!!! So much humility...still a fan. They set the standard for EVERY boy band since and they still can't be faded. NE ALWAYS!!!
Mike Bivins always sets the record straight! He gives it to y'all straight no chaser, and it's all love!
Mike gives a lot of "food for thought" in this interview. The experience & wisdom of his 32 years in the music business provides a lot of insight and can help to Mentor young artists. Why do we have to call it "old skool". Experience matters. However, Ageism is real. Like Mike said, "I'm here to have a conversation. I'm NOT here to be relevant!"
NE WILL ALWAYS STAND. WE LOVE EACH AND EVERY MEMBER. STAY BLESSED. THE MOVIE BROUGHT OUT A LOT, THANKS FOR SHARING
omg, I'm loving me some Mike B. He needs to host a show, any show so I can listen to him talk.
one of Boston's greatest groups of all time..I used to play candy girl all the time when I was younger
What a well done interview. You get a lesson and entertainment. Mike B needs to drop a book about the industry. A behind the scenes look, a Netflix doc sort of thing. Mike also looks like he found a fountain of youth. He has just has not aged.
kamille seven that is a clever thought....ur on to something🤔🙂
jessica fairley Thanks! I just loved the info dropped here. If Ice T can do Rap, why can't one of the leads of New Edition do a documentary or book ( if there is time for a book, got to strike while the iron is hot) on the messed up state of R&B. Plus Mike's voice is yummy, with on point info, good camera that would be hot. He could even talk to some of the greats like Teddy Riley and Babyface, and definitely Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis. Then OMG !!! that would be amazing. I would still love a book for my shelf. imagine a history book that took you from the beginning of R&B to present it. but it would really have to be done special, great interviews, beautiful pics, great cover. it's would have to be gorgeous to make people want to pay for a physical book. like a R&B time capsule. Man... I'm going to watch this video again LOL😍
True, I love when these cats drop knowledge about the business in the industry. There needs to be more of this. Your so right.
kamille seven that would be so dope! and he could pull it off in a way that's informative and entertaining.
I'm glad he said there isn't much R&B being pushed, it's being pushed into Hip-Hop. It's hard to hear any mainstream R&B music. It's a lot of it underground but they don't get airplay.
Michael B is so chill and real with everything he talkin. Mad respect to him!
I know this is old,,,,, but this is REAL TALK
Biv has got his game on point people can learn something from this man .
Just finished watching part 2 of the New Edition movie & homie from Empire who played Mike did his thing. He got his whole demeanor down pact & he sounds just like him
Malcolmweeks1 Yes!! I read he hired a Voice coach to help him achieve his sound and spent alot of time with him. I agree. he played him well
He's smart. I like him.
Mikes first order of business, fire Gary
The Human Durag Flap #STEELERSSUPERBOWL51CHAMPS 💯
the Biopic was so well worth the wait! Thank You New Edition and Thank you BET.
one of THE BEST INTERVIEWS!!!!!!
Best interview ever. Proud to say this guy is from my hometown.
Man, I was blown away by Bryshere's performance as Michael B. This guy was so spot on. I felt like I was watching Mike! He even sound like him. Dude was amazing!
He got sooo much swag.
I could listen to Mike Bivins all day. Great conversation!
Mike is a cool guy his accent i like Ron is my fav but Mike is super cool guy he seems to be a guy that keeps it real
I just love listening to Mike "don't forget the pumps" Biven's talk. Totally Respect Forever!!!
Mike bivins is cool people!
His voice, intellect, industry knowledge and his success is such a turn on. After watching NE he’s my fave
love this interview! Mike bivins is dropping knowledge!
EXCELLENT!!!! Always loved his mentality
mike is the realest dude ever
I love every one of New Edition songs
one of the best interviews! Movie was amazing !!!! always have appreciated them as pioneers! I pray Michael keeps RnB groups alive as he says!
My dude Mike dropping knowledge. He's saying the exact thing I been saying for years about the "old school" label.
I greatly appreciate what Michael said about Ronnie DeVoe. Because it's true!
damn good interview. that michael bivins is a class act.
Good advice...bank up for the rainy days
I truly luv this dude true business man to the hilts and that Boston accent 😘
i love this interview
I totally agree with what Mike is talking about. However, please do not forget how it feels to be in love with someone. In other words, people seem to follow many different directions than what is expected. With that being said, Bobby and Whitney enjoyed each other company no matter what happened to either party. That was their life together and who are we to judge anymore. Thank you Mike for defending your friends. 😎
Great interview he is very intelligent
Amazing Interview! Mike Bivins is a very Classy guy!
Biv wanted to be a Basketball player, got treated like a backup dancer and ended up a business man. So much respect for this dude, he always keep it thorough and talks game!
He is only like 5'6 so it's a good thing his mom talked him out of it 😂😂😂
Bryshere sounds just like that dude lol
Tha Taurus He killed that role.
You. Right. That’s. Why. They. Had. Bryshere. Play. Him.
GOT-DAMN Bryshere played the hell out of Bivins' character. Why he sound just like him tho?!?!? Lol😂😂
NATALIE JENKINS he had a vocal coach
Romeo Barnes He sounds like that naturally duh
Hell yeah I just said the same thing. That boy did that!
Duhh every actor does when portraying someone. Bryshere did his research and studied Biv very very well. Giving credit where it's due!
Mike Biv the genius. Love him
omg I luv the whole 3 day series,my nephew did too and he was 7 yrs old when they started.I was in love wit Mike cause I was digging his swag and I still luv the way he moves.
Love him! Such a great interview. Movie was amazing.
This is one of the best interviews I seen in awhile.
Michael,Michael, Michael! fine ass. I've always loved him
Jonisha Washington YAAS
I can't stand his hating ass.
Yessss Jonisha absolutely
riteee his accent 😍😍😍
Me too!!! 🥰
I love Micheal Bivins thank u for this interview
Love me some Michael Bivins!
He is a SNACK! Beautiful man
I just want to know how he got his skin so SMOOTH! Mike kicking knowledge. Keep doing your thing strong black brotha✊🏽
Mike that voice damn
I'm so loving how Mike is representing NE in this interview such class ! Grown & sexy! Yes!
Biv the smoothest talker schooling industry cats knowledge !!love these legends forever .
I knew he was the one that was smart will it come to the money . he was the kid that ask the question
It is a four year old interview but so relevant and honest. Great interview Mike. NE4L
its a shame there aint no more groups
Duke De'Niro Dollas I wish June's Diary would blow up
Duke De'Niro Dollas you make more money as an solo artist then group artists.
This dude is cool, real talk!
Definitely agree with him about that tired phrase, "old school".
I hate it !!!! No other genre of music besides hip hop and R&B uses it.
Very true! Most genres respect and honor the legends. That has such a negative connotation.
I've been rockin with the BC for years and this is by far one of the dopeist interviews this far, Biv is a stand up guy! He deserves his credibility at all levels!
great interview, Biv is one of the realist!!! Everybody eats wit Biv lol
Watched the 3 night BioPic and everything was SPOT ON ! AMAZING job .
Mecca Jackson Spot on!
I was able to see the first tour in 83'. They are the best RnB group period!
This is what I'm talking about. Mike Bivins is showing his history and what he was about back in the day when no one noticed. He's dropping knowledge about the music business today and how they have so many misses. My son in law had this young teenage kid who could be the next Justin Bieber. They let him slip through their hands. I begged them, man work with that young man because with the right direction he will be the next big time rapper with his own swag. No one has moved on this kid. I don't even think he's rapping anymore.
I watched this video at least 5 times already
Biv is cool AF
I thoroughly enjoyed this interview.
when it comes to rapper yo Gotti Mr bivins u are the father
Joshua Simpson yumks
BRUHH!!! Im from da "M" (Memphis) & I been sayin tht shit 4 YEARS!!! lol
bruh I told my girl day shyt 3 years ago and she just found out who Mike is now that this new edition movie comin
How old is your girl? Just asking?
MeMe Smith 20
I kinda just fell in love 😩😩 love the accent
New Edition and Bel Biv Devoe was some of the best R&B ever made!
A true entrepreneur
love Michael B...😍😍
this interview speaks volumes about this man intelligent level.
I'm just shock as he'll to here all this.
long as y as yall keep listening to this Bull shit on the radio WE WILL LOOSE THIS MUSIC FOR EVER.
Sometimes you gotta let niggas know you started shit. That's not being cocky, that's puttin people and haters in check.
I'm glad BET is recognizing the story of New Edition....long overdue!
I luv Micheal B 😍
Mike you've always been a really smart dude, thank you for this interview. Always valuable to hear the back stories & some of the business part of the industry. Wishing you much further success.