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The Notorious B.I.G.
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Legendary radio host Colby "Colb" Tyner takes us back to where it all started with the biggest names in the music business and the world. Each episode is a narrative journey and in-depth conversation with the men and women that shaped hip hop. Colby is an accomplished on-air talent best known for his compelling interviews with Jay-Z, Will Smith, Quincy Jones, President Obama, President Clinton, an... more

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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... more

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... more

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 journ... more

International super star actor and rapper LL Cool J talks up his first album in 14 years “The FORCE” and the creative process around this project. They also discuss his legendary rap career and some of his most impactful moments including how he stol... more

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Voletta Wallace
Mother of The Notorious B.I.G. and founder of the Christopher Wallace Memorial Foundation
Christopher Wallace Memorial Foundation
Episode: RIP Voletta Wallace the mother of The Notorious B.I.G.
LL Cool J
Legendary rapper, actor, and producer known for his significant impact on hip-hop culture.
Episode: LL COOL J
Larry Jackson
CEO of Gamma, a company focusing on music innovation and artist empowerment.
Gamma
Episode: Gamma CEO Larry Jackson Billion Dollar Bet To Change The Music Industry
LA Reid
Legendary music producer and label executive.
Gamma
Episode: Gamma CEO Larry Jackson Billion Dollar Bet To Change The Music Industry

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 255 ratings
  • Great podcast!

    I discovered this podcast late but I’m now working my way through the episodes for a second time… Colby Colb come back we want more…

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    khenry
    United Statesa year ago
  • Where is the Back Story?

    I miss this podcast. I've listened to every episode

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sweetness Deeness
    United States2 years ago
  • first generation hip hop

    Love the whole interview process. it was amazing. you did a great job? keep it moving I love all the interview. I am a first generation hip hop head and I love all of them

    Audible
    5
    Anonymous User
    United States2 years ago
  • A slow intro

    I wish he could get straight to the interview

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    damnimgud
    United States5 years ago
  • True history!!

    Love listening to this podcast! If you love hip hop and knowing the true story behind how artists got started, their journey, or even the controversies or challenges they faced, this is for you. Colby is the perfect person to tell these back stories because everyone came to his show to talk to him and tell their stories. Would highly recommend!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    npatel81
    United States5 years ago

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RIP Voletta Wallace the mother of The Notorious B.I.G.
Q: What advice can you give to a parent out there that might be going through something like that?
Stick to their family and friends for support, and never lose faith in God.
RIP Voletta Wallace the mother of The Notorious B.I.G.
Q: How did you kind of deal with his teenage troubles?
As a parent, I yelled a lot, but my yelling was because I cared for him and wanted good for his future.
RIP Voletta Wallace the mother of The Notorious B.I.G.
Q: How did you feel about the lyrics and some of the images that Biggie was portraying in his records as a mother? How did you feel?
Many of the things that Christopher was portraying in his lyrics weren't true; he was a great storyteller.
RIP Voletta Wallace the mother of The Notorious B.I.G.
Q: How are you doing? Like, how are you dealing with this loss years after this happened?
I'm taking it one day at a time, and these days, I have more good than bad.
LL COOL J
Q: How did you get to that moment to get that look?
I went down to the set and was just an extra, hungry to be a part of it. I asked to be in the movie and they finally gave me a moment.

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