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The Bootleg Kev Podcast

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Hip Hop radio personality Bootleg Kev interviews guests, talks hip hop, and any & everything else that he is interested in. Video versions of the interviews are on YouTube.

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Recent Guests

Isaac Pelayo
Visual artist and painter known for portraits and pop-culture collaborations
Episode: #667 - Isaac Pelayo Breaks Down His Most Famous Paintings, MF DOOM & the Missing Biggie Portrait & More
Marlon Craft
MC, rapper from Hell's Kitchen, NYC; album creator
Self / Artistry
Episode: #666 - Marlon Craft - "The Internet Killed The Neighborhood", On The Radar Cypher, Mamdani, NYC & More
Phoenix Flexin
Shoreline Mafia member, artist
Shoreline Mafia
Episode: #665 - Shoreline Mafia on Selling Out Arenas, Coachella Momentum, 10-Year Journey, New Music & More
TK Kirkland
Comedian and arena tour performer
Episode: #662 - T.K. Kirkland Talks Health Is Wealth, Skipping Marriage, Comedy Road Life, TRUMP & more
Swerve Strickland
Professional wrestler
AEW
Episode: #660 - Swerve Strickland on WWE Firing The New Day, AEW Success, Theme Song Lawsuit, Anarchy in the Arena & More
Zilla Fatu
Independent wrestler and son of Umaga
House of Glory / 4th Rope
Episode: #658 - Zilla Fatu on Carrying His Father’s Legacy, Jacob Fatu, 4th Rope, WWE Dreams, 6 Yrs in Prison & More
Kenny Muney
Rapper and entrepreneur featured guest
Money Talk / Paper Route
Episode: #656 - Kenny Muney on Young Dolph, PRE Legacy, Smart Investments, Memphis Divide & More
DJ Muggs
Legendary hip-hop producer and Soul Assassins founder
Soul Assassins / Cypress Hill (through collaboration and leadership)
Episode: #655 - TF & DJ Muggs Break Down “Don’t Call Me Lucky” (Album + Movie), Soul Assassins, Cypress Hill & More
Young Chris
Member of Young Gunz, Rockefeller/State Property alumnus
Young Gunz / Rockefeller / State Property
Episode: #654 - Young Chris Talks Young Gunz, State Property, Roc-A-Fella, “Can’t Stop Won’t Stop,” Kanye & More

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Bootleg Kev
Host of The Bootleg Kev Podcast

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 294 ratings
  • Fraudulent People Pleaser

    I swear Kevin tells every other artist that their “one of the greats”, top 10, top 5, in the goat debate, album on the year. Stop being a yes man and be real, get critical. I like the guests but sometimes it gets hard to listen to this cuck.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    RTZ Fan
    Canada9 months ago
  • Best hip hop podcast

    Kev is the best

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Prich87
    Canadaa year ago
  • Trash

    He went from interviewing good artists and people, to interviewing people that literally nobody knows. Falling off forsure

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    panamaniankid
    United States2 years ago
  • ??

    Why don’t this midget Mexican bootleg birdbrain let his guests speak?? He wanna be other podcasters so bad. Be original fckface

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    niknametookforever
    United States2 years ago
  • Wow

    The house talking like he’s from the street and acting like he’s dumb and then coming back and trying to save the guests from jail

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    League 23243
    United States2 years ago

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Listeners value authentic, street-level perspectives and practical artist-entrepreneur advice.
Some episodes draw criticism for guest selection or pacing, but overall reception highlights strong guest access and industry insight.
Fans appreciate the host's interviews with high-profile guests and deep-dive career stories.
Audience often seeks candid takes on touring, branding, and monetization in hip-hop culture.
The show's energy and crossover with live events are noted as strong draw for fans and potential sponsors.

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#664 - Prof on Mastering Social Media, Minneapolis Political Climate, Career Growth & More
Q: Can you tell us about the collaborations on the new album and how they came together?
He talks about targeting a high-profile but diverse set of guests (E-40, 2 Chainz, OT, T-Pain) and the process behind bringing them in through management and direct outreach, aiming for a mix of strength and artistry.
#664 - Prof on Mastering Social Media, Minneapolis Political Climate, Career Growth & More
Q: How important is Instagram and reels to your growth right now?
He emphasizes that short-form content and improvisational, humorous posts helped grow his audience quickly, even as he keeps a focus on authentic art and avoids chasing trends.
#664 - Prof on Mastering Social Media, Minneapolis Political Climate, Career Growth & More
Q: When did you feel you hit your stride in the new media space?
Prof describes a multi-year arc with a breakthrough around 2020 and further momentum through 2022-2023, culminating in bigger venue tours and a Billboard-charting record.
#662 - T.K. Kirkland Talks Health Is Wealth, Skipping Marriage, Comedy Road Life, TRUMP & more
Q: What is it about Netflix and the corporate side of comedy that hasn't worked for you, and why do you stay indie?
TK says he just does him, avoids politics, and values independence and personal pace, believing relationships and discipline sustain a career rather than chasing network gatekeepers.
#659 - DDG Talks IRL Streaming, Nick Cannon Wild ’N Out, Vegas Show Shutdown, Touring & New Music
Q: What is next for you after this tour and the album cycle?
He plans to take a short break, then return to studio work, possibly with a leaner, more personal project and a broader presence at events like Fashion Week, while continuing to explore collaborations with artists around him.

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A candid, high-energy interview series centered on hip-hop culture, live touring, and artist careers. Guests range from rising and established rappers to producers, comedians, and crossover talents, with conversations anchoring on creative process, business moves, and the evolving music landscape. Notable throughlines include behind-the-scenes touring stories, market considerations for breaking acts, and cross-industry collaborations, often punctuated by sponsor reads and festival chatter. The format tends to blend personal storytelling with practical career insights, making it useful for listeners pursuing music, branding, or media opportunities in entertainment. A standout aspect is the breadth of guests across rap, wrestling, and comedy,... more

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Recent guests on The Bootleg Kev Podcast include:

1. Isaac Pelayo
2. Marlon Craft
3. Phoenix Flexin
4. TK Kirkland
5. Swerve Strickland
6. Zilla Fatu
7. Kenny Muney
8. DJ Muggs

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