Curtiss King Reacts

The SYMBA Interview: From Major Labels to Building His Own Lane #SYMBA #curtissking 👑 WHO IS SYMBA? SYMBA is a Bay Area–born, Los Angeles–based rapper, producer, actor, and cultural commentator known for blending sharp lyricism with real-world experience and entrepreneurial vision. After building early momentum in the Bay and Los Angeles alongside artists like YG, Tyga, and DJ Mustard, he broke through with his 2015 mixtape 2 More Words, earning praise from outlets like XXL and Hypebeast. His journey has included major-label moments, creative resets, and a hard-earned return to independence rooted in ownership and intention. Today, SYMBA operates as a fully independent artist and livestreamer, using music, content, and conversation to challenge culture and build directly with his audience. 🔴 SUBSCRIBE TO CURTISSKINGTV: https://bit.ly/subcktv 👀 WATCH MORE CURTISS KING REACTS: https://bit.ly/ckreacts 👑 WHO IS CURTISS KING?! By the way, if this is your first time watching one of my videos, my name is Curtiss King. I'm an Independent Rapper, Music Producer, and YouTuber. My goal is to make you think, laugh and motivate you daily. If you need a channel that constantly keeps you motivated, in a good mood, and speaks to deep thoughts of creatives, consider subscribing. 💪 FULL AMAZON STOREFRONT: ►► https://www.amazon.com/shop/curtisskingtv 🌊 FOLLOW CURTISS KING ►► Instagram → http://instagram.com/CurtissKing ►► Twitter → http://twitter.com/CurtissKing ►► Website → http://curtissking.com ►► My Music → http://curtissking.bandcamp.com #curtissking 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5436852754972672 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Deante Kyle Returns: Why Hip Hop Must Move Different in 2026 #deantekyle #gritsandeggspodcast Deante Kyle returns for a no filter, year end conversation on Hip Hop in 2025. From the best and most disappointing albums of the year to independent artists worth watching, cultural flashpoints like 21 Savage’s “F the streets” statement, and what rappers must do differently moving forward. 👑 WHO IS CURTISS KING?! By the way, if this is your first time watching one of my videos, my name is Curtiss King. I'm an Independent Rapper, Music Producer, and YouTuber. My goal is to make you think, laugh and motivate you daily. If you need a channel that constantly keeps you motivated, in a good mood, and speaks to deep thoughts of creatives, consider subscribing. 💪 FULL AMAZON STOREFRONT: ►► https://www.amazon.com/shop/curtisskingtv 🌊 FOLLOW CURTISS KING ►► Instagram → http://instagram.com/CurtissKing ►► Twitter → http://twitter.com/CurtissKing ►► Website → http://curtissking.com ►► My Music → http://curtissking.bandcamp.com #curtissking 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5436852754972672 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hip Hop Is BIGGER Than Billlboard Top 40 (ft. Jacqueline Constance) #hiphop #hiphopartist Hip Hop recently disappeared from the Billboard Top 40, and while many saw it as a loss, singer-songwriter Jacqueline Constance saw something deeper. In this conversation, Curtiss King sits down with the Philly-based artist to unpack her viral statement on Hip Hop returning underground, the misuse of cultural access, and why charts were never meant to define the culture in the first place. 👑 Who is Jacqueline Constance? Jacqueline Constance is a Philadelphia-based singer and songwriter blending R&B and Hip Hop into emotionally rich, reflective music. Known for both her passionate delivery and her sharp cultural insight, her work speaks to creators carving their own lane and adding meaning to their life story through melody and message. https://www.instagram.com/jacqconmusic/ https://x.com/jacqconmusic Chapters: 0:00 Who is Jacqueline Constance? 10:20 How Hip Hop Has Shifted Since 2024 15:33 Hip Hop's Relationship With Mainstream 23:35 Jacqueline's Viral Hip Hop Take 28:49 The Colonization Of Hip Hop Media 29:34 The Toxicity Of "Its Not That Deep" 34:19 How Hip Hop Is Weaponized 36:50 21 Savage's Comments On Kendrick Lamar 43:36 Black Art Is Too Inclusive 51:10 Ai Music vs. Black Culture 54:39 Questioning Xania Monet's Pen & Writer 56:50 Ai Music Prompters Are Stenographers? 1:03:31 The Next Era Of Hip Hop 1:06:02 What Is Healthy Hip Hop Growth? 1:09:46 Don't Ai Wings On Jacqueline! 1:14:08 How To Fight Against Unethical Ai 1:18:44 What Artists Should Pay Attention To 1:23:38 What Should Hip Hop Should PROTECT 1:25:54 Final Thoughts 👑 WHO IS CURTISS KING?! Curtiss King is an independent rapper, producer, and entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience building a career outside the traditional music industry. As the host of CurtissKingTV, he covers Hip Hop culture, industry shifts, and the realities of independence for artists and creators. Curtiss is the author of The Prosperous Hip Hop Producer and a long-time advocate for direct-to-consumer music, creative ownership, and independent thinking. 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5436852754972672 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Jane Lee Interview: What Indie Artists Must Fix In 2026 #indierap #indiemama #janelee #curtissking 👑 WHO IS JANE LEE (THE INDIE MAMA)? Jane Lee, widely known as The Indie Mama, is a respected independent music strategist and voice for artists navigating the industry outside of traditional label systems. She’s built a following by breaking down complex industry topics in a clear, grounded way while advocating for artist ownership, sustainability, and long-term thinking. Jane has become especially known for speaking honestly about the realities of independence in the modern music economy, including streaming, platform power, and the evolving role of artists in an era shaped by technology and AI. Her commentary challenges surface-level narratives and encourages artists to think critically about the systems they participate in. Most recently, Jane’s work has reached wider audiences through viral educational content, including a deep dive into the history of K-Pop and its lineage to traditionally Black music genres, sparking important conversations about cultural influence, credit, and visibility. In this live conversation, Jane joins Curtiss King for a thoughtful discussion about where independent artists are headed, the decisions that matter most moving forward, and how creators can protect their voices and futures in a rapidly changing industry. Chapters: 0:00 Introduction 0:54 Who Is Jane "Indie Mama" Lee? 6:23 The Indie Mama Bootcamp 10:24 Jane Lee's Viral Challenge Of Timbaland49:13 17:05 How Ai HELPS Indie Artists? 21:16 How Ai HURTS Indie Artists? 25:52 The Timbaland Asian Artist TATA 27:45 K-Pop Is Black Appropriation 35:18 Why Music Is NOT Subjective 45:40 Why Indie Artists NEED To STUDY 49:13 What Indie Artists Must Fix In 2026 55:09 You Are NOT Signed! 1:00:03 Hates Are REQUIRED To Level Up 1:03:24 Jane Lee: Stop Being A B*TCH! 1:08:42 Why Artists STRUGGLE With Content 1:11:53 Your Job As An INDIE ARTIST 1:18:56 The Content That Builds Leverage 1:25:43 Artists Must SPEAK UP! 1:29:58 Imposter Syndrome 1:33:50 Jane's MOST Power Advice For Indie Artists 1:39:52 Indie Mama YouTube Channel? 1:43:19 Outro 👑 WHO IS CURTISS KING?! Curtiss King is an independent rapper, producer, and entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience building a career outside the traditional music industry. As the host of CurtissKingTV, he covers Hip Hop culture, industry shifts, and the realities of independence for artists and creators. Curtiss is the author of The Prosperous Hip Hop Producer and a long-time advocate for direct-to-consumer music, creative ownership, and independent thinking. 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5436852754972672 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

RECOECHI | Live From The Underground (Ep. 1) In this episode of Live From The Underground, Curtiss King sits down with independent artist RECOECHI for a raw conversation about music, independence, and building outside the system. Subscribe To RECOECHI: https://www.youtube.com/@UCR4rO9Zx4I2vhaPNTnkzKtg This series highlights underground artists you may not know yet — but will. No industry polish. No algorithm-friendly narratives. Just real stories from artists creating on their own terms. SCRAPS stands for Standing On Creativity Regardless of Access, Platforms, or Systems — a mindset shared by artists who continue to build beneath the surface of today’s ultra-clean music industry. Topics include: - RECOECHI’s background and creative journey - What independence really looks like today - Staying authentic without industry approval 0:00 Introduction to RECOECHI 1:32 Misconceptions About Chicago Music 3:59 RECOECHI’s Journey & Formal Introduction 4:56 Why RECOECHI Submitted Music to Curtiss King TV 6:02 “The Godly” & “Concentration USA” Performance 9:14 Creating “The Godly” 13:04 Inspiration Behind the Music’s Message 14:04 Dealing With Emotional Fan Reactions 16:29 Growing Up in Chicago During the Chief Keef Era 19:29 Influences Tupac Lauryn Hill Kendrick & J Cole 22:13 The Power of a Lyricist 23:40 Spirituality & Purpose in Music 26:20 The MC as a Spiritual Leader 28:20 RECOECHI’s Place in Chicago’s Creative Wave 31:02 The Responsibility of Artists 34:22 Lessons From Early Industry Recognition 🔴 SUBSCRIBE TO CURTISSKINGTV: https://bit.ly/subcktv 👀 WATCH MORE CURTISS KING REACTS: https://bit.ly/ckreacts 👑 WHO IS CURTISS KING?! By the way, if this is your first time watching one of my videos, my name is Curtiss King. I'm an Independent Rapper, Music Producer, and YouTuber. My goal is to make you think, laugh and motivate you daily. If you need a channel that constantly keeps you motivated, in a good mood, and speaks to deep thoughts of creatives, consider subscribing. 💪 FULL AMAZON STOREFRONT: ►► https://www.amazon.com/shop/curtisskingtv 🌊 FOLLOW CURTISS KING ►► Instagram → http://instagram.com/CurtissKing ►► Twitter → http://twitter.com/CurtissKing ►► Website → http://curtissking.com ►► My Music → http://curtissking.bandcamp.com #curtissking Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices