Vedo's craft and his new "Yesterday" single is a salute to the vulnerability and the quality of classic 90s R&B vibes that have influenced many singers today. While the singer-songwriter is readying his forthcoming project, Vedo's success as a songwriter, and with his viral "You Got It" hit under his belt, the former "Voice" contestant shares his influences and album inspiration in the latest installment of "Checc'd In." Speaking with DJ Carisma, Vedo reveals the meaning behind his new project '1320' which represents the passing of his late mother, in 2013 and the birth of his daughter in the year 2020. Vedo explains the incredible impact his mother's passing had on him during his time on the singing competition show, but it was the birth of his daughter that brought him back to himself. Vedo goes on to share that he found much inspiration in artists like Usher, Chris Brown, and the legendary Stevie Wonder. He credits Musiq Soulchild as one of his favorite singers, delivers an acapella of "Love," and he also talks the new visual for "Yesterday."

Repping for New York and the unstoppable Dreamville crew, Bas chopped it up with DJ Carisma for the latest installment of the "Checc'd In" series. With his current summer vibe track '"The Jackie" getting major spins for the season, the Queens rapper speaks on how the song came together with J. Cole and Lil Tjay. Bas is not only diligently working on his forthcoming project, he's enjoying the experiences and new perspectives that resulted from the 2020 pandemic, but he's finally looking forward to getting back on tour. Bas reflects on the big moment with the Dreamville camp collaborative project that was surprisingly completed in just 11 days. Speaking on his squad and the recent Dipset and The Lox Verzuz that recently went down, the "Costa Rica" rapper admits that that TDE group would be good contenders in a possible battle against Dreamville. Bas goes on to share that he developed a friendship with J. Cole while coming up and balling in New York, upcoming appearances in Rolling Loud and The Off Season tours, and much more.

OhGeesy is quickly entering a new level of his career as he's finally stepped out of his Shoreline Mafia crew beginnings and has delivered his debut solo album 'Geesy World'. As Geesy confesses to DJ Carisma that he's going into "Popstar mode," during the latest "Checc'd In" series installment, the L.A. rapper details the next gear he's shifting with bigger opportunities that are on the way. Starting with his "Get Fly" collab with DaBaby, Geesy revels in the bigger budgets and career firsts video shoots, and he details how he's grateful to still have his continued growing connections with peer Cali natives like YG and Mozzy. Geesy worked on his debut album during the pandemic and now he is looking forward to setting out on his first solo tour, which he also comments on the love he's received from his "cult following" by selling out cities outside of southern California and compares his independent success to more "viral" artists who might not receive the same support with their fans. Geesy goes on to speak about performing better since being sober, his next business ventures with a mariscos restaurant and expanded merch brands, wanting to get into Reggaeton, and much more.

Trippie Redd has definitely had the internet ablaze this past week with the release of his latest track "Betrayal" which sees featured artist, Drake, taking apparent shots at Kanye West. While the viral moment brought a lot of attention to the ongoing and drawn-out beef between West and the Candian Native, Trippie had much to chat about his current project with DJ Carisma.  During the latest installment of the "Checc'd In" series, Redd discusses his 'Trip At Night' extended album, which the Ohio rapper says he's excited about performing all of the project's tracks, as he's setting out on a new tour. Of course, Redd shares how the "Betrayal" track came together with Drake and also comments on collabing with Lil Durk and Polo G.  Trippie Redd goes on to talk about plans for getting into acting and cartoon work, as well as his own cannabis line.

International singer, songwriter, and record producer Davido pulled up to the Power 106 studios for the latest installment of Checc'd In with DJ Carisma. Now that outside has somewhat resumed its normalcy, Davido had to deliver a summertime anthem for his fans for the 2021 bounce back. Sharing with Carisma that he held off releasing the full video treatment for his Chris Brown and Young Thug-assisted "Shopping Pree" because of the impact of the pandemic, the singer is now ready to take on everything the lockdown put on hold. As Davido's third studio album, 'A Better Time' dropped last year, and the pandemic halted his tour, the multi-faceted artist is getting back to the project with talks of a new tour as well. Davido goes on to share how his "Holy Ground" collaboration came together with Nicki Minaj, how he connected with Hit-Boy and Nas, and what is next as he begins to transition into the film industry, and much more.

Repping South Central and officially signed with Def Jam records, SAINT BODHI stopped through Power 106 for the newest installment in the DJ Carisma "Checc'd In" series. Bodhi definitely has a lot to talk about with her upcoming 'Antiscoail' project, in which she drops a bombshell about how her current single "Hurt Like Me" was inspired by her ex who cheated on her with both women and men and she decided to put all of her emotions into the track. Bodhi shares that while her project is a collection of songs that came together over the course of the pandemic, she's confident in her own lane and style that she has created for herself, and she credits artists like Kendrick Lamar, Eminem, and the late legend Ertha Kitt for inspiring her. Bodhi goes on to share the moment she was recognized by the iconic Erykah Badu, talks about her recording and writing process, her hopes to work with Kanye West and Drake, and much more.

Nokki is definitely switching up the Latin music game with her signature "trap" salsa sound, which the singer attributes to her Cuban roots. Speaking with DJ Carisma during the latest installment of the "Checc'd In" series, the Florida native explains that her latest project 'Trap Salsa' embodies the passion, love, and energy that salsa music traditionally captures. Nokki shares that her top influences like Shakira and Marc Anthony have inspired her the most and notes sampling the late legend Ceila Cruz in her single "La Vida." As she has been singing for as long as she can remember, Nokki admits that she is proud of the music she's making and celebrates being recognized by publications by Billboard and highlighted by the Spotify streaming platform. Nokki goes on to share her writing process, why she's looking forward to live performances again post-pandemic, and much more.

Coming off the release of his first solo project 'Feezy World,' LA native Feezy pulled up to the Power 106 studios to speak with DJ Carisma in the latest installment of "Checc'd In." While Feezy previously released collab efforts with artists like Wiz Khalifa, this time around, the rapper wanted to bring his authenticity to the forefront and show exactly what his talent has to offer as a solo feat. Feezy's current single "Crenshaw," is a nod to his LA upbringing while also paying tribute to those he lost, like the late Nipsey Hussle. Speaking on the track, Feezy shares that the beat instantly reminded him of Hussle and also felt moved to tribute a friend who lost his life on the second anniversary of Nip's passing. Feezy goes on to speak on the impact YG and Nipsey Hussle had on Los Angeles street politics, names his top 3 list, which includes Nip, Tupac, and Snoop Dogg, and also shares how working with Wiz Khalifa helped build his confidence. 

Haiti Babii is all about the Cali-West Coast vibes with his upcoming project and current focus on his new music. Checcing in with DJ Carisma of the Power 106 Morning show, the two chop it about Haiti's plan in cultivating his own distinct sound that is inspired by the likes of L.A. great such as YG, Mustard, Too $hort, and Suga Free. With his already released "Rich Mob" and forthcoming "Birthday Girl" drop, the Northern Cali rapper speaks on connecting with his producer Hitta who he's working closely with to create his own take on the Mustard-YG duo. Haiti also details how he snagged a feature from Wyclef Jean, shouts out Roddy Ricch for revitalizing LA rap, and much more.

Repping for all of the West Coast, Dbizz checc'd in with Power 106 Morning Show co-host DJ Carisma and chopped it up about his major hit "Do My Dance" which was blessed with an early feature from Sada Baby. As Dbizz and Sada organically linked to create the infectious track in his Bizz's new hometown of San Diego, the Bay Area native confesses that he's working to get a visual secured with Sada Baby for "Da My Dance". Dbizz goes on to speak on his upcoming collabs with Iamsu, Nef the Pharaoh, and Derek King, plus talks the importance of West Coast artists networking and expanding their brands on the East coast, and names Future, Kendrick Lamar, YG, and more in his top five list.

Bay Area native Young Jr stepped in and chopped it up with Power 106 Morning Show co-host DJ Carisma to speak on his ten-year come up on his musical journey to success. Signed with Empire, Jr currently has a new track "Back End" which is a set-up for an upcoming project. Jr also goes on to share his top influences and the best three tracks that have come out of the Bay, shares how the pandemic has impacted his creativity and much more.

Stepping into 2021 after an incredible 2020, DJ Chose came through to Checc In With DJ Carisma to chop it up about the success he has garnered since dropping his hit "Thick". Chose admits that while there are successful versions of the song out already, the Texas born DJ reveals he has one more remix on the way with a HUGE artist. Chose also shares how he linked up with Megan Thee Stallion, Tyga featuring him on his latest mixtape release his come up in the game, his highly-anticipated single dropping next week, and much more. 

Having put on for big names in the industry, SpinKing comes through to chop it up wth DJ Carisma about his new single "I Got" which features O.T. Genasis and Fivio Foreign. Although the pandemic has halted much production for artists, SpinKing reveals to Carisma that a definite visual in on the way for "I Got" and he has a main focus of releasing his own music he already has in the chamber. SpinKing also takes a moment to reflect on his friendship with the late Pop Smoke and shares that he has unreleased collabs with Smoke but has been holding off with dropping them. The New York native goes on to shout out all of the East coast talent holding it down and much more. 

With one of the biggest songs on the charts and on his hands, Atlanta native BRS Kash stepped in to chop it up with Power 106 Morning Show co-host DJ Carisma about his "Throat Baby" hit. Officially certified with the Gold 500K units sold milestone, Kash admits that he was apprehensive to releasing the song because of the song's content and his upbringing being raised with his mother and surrounded by his sisters. The track has since been revamped with a remix featuring the City Girls and DaBaby and has already been a viral vibe. Kash also speaks with Carisma on his debut album 'Kash Only', his feature with Mulatto, and much more. 

Vanessa V stopped through the Power 106 studios to officially checc in with DJ Carisma to discuss her current single with Bay Area legend E-40, the pressure of being a female rapper, her top influences in the game, and much more.  Although the Modesto native says she might not be from the Bay, she's still heavily influenced by the Nor Cal icons like E-40 and that it was a blessing to collab with 40 on her single "Me And My Booty", which is a revamp of 40's  hit single "You And That Booty". Vanessa's currently pushing her new single and the accompanying visual, but the talented singer/rapper has a lot in store that she's been working on. As she's put together a collection of songs that looks to the past for inspiration for her sound today, Vanessa details that she began initially writing poetry, which turned into complete songs and admits that although she loves both, rapping allows her to be a bit more free as opposed to the emotions and the technique she focuses on when singing. Vanessa goes on to speak with Carisma about the pressure to stand out in the game as a female rapper, talks working with Nick Cannon, names Mariah Carey and Smokey Robinson in her top influences and much more. 

The City Girls are without a doubt at the top of everyone's list especially for this 2021 Summer season. With their new single "Twerkulator" already in heavy rotation for the return to outside playlists, JT and Yung Miami hit up the Checc'd In series with DJ Carisma to chop it up about what the Florida duo have been working on post-pandemic. Following their recent BET Awards performance, which the two confess to experiencing some anxiety as one of their first shows back together, the duo tells Carisma that there was a huge wardrobe malfunction that occurred just five minutes before the actually had to hit the stage. Yung Miami's wardrobe close call almost had the group miss their BET stage appearance, but everything worked out in the end. As City Girls fans patiently await the arrival of the anticipated "Twerkulator" visual, JT and Miami share that they are currently working on a new album as well as follow up singles to hold everyone over until the forthcoming full-length project. The two Miami natives go on to share who is the better cook between them both, why they want to be safe but prefer not to rock a mask, and Yung Miami opens up about having family support as she's a working mother. 

Generation Now repping artist Seddy Hendrinx stopped through to virtually Checc In with DJ Carisma to speak on his current A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie-assisted single "45" and details his plans for when outside officially opens back up for the summer.  Hendrinx has definitely stayed focused on his craft during the novel coronavirus pandemic, and while certain moments were put on pause over the course of the year, things are definitely picking back up for the multi-talented artist. Seddy tells Carisma that he's looking forward to be able to be a part of music festivals like Rolling Loud, SXSW, and even tour to help promote his music, as the pandemic begins to slow down. While the "45' rapper has already seen a great response from his fans, he goes on to say that he's already gearing up to release new music.  Seddy goes on to reflect on the sad news of rap legend DMX being on life support, as he explains he had a 2019 song sampling X's "Slippin'" and also shares his favorite X moment from the 'Belly' film.  Seddy also chops it up with DJ Carisma about his journey as a songwriter, going from being inspired by to working with DJ Drama, reveals his dream collabs with Lauryn Hill, Andre 3000, Bruno Mars, and much more. 

A Sac-Town Queen stepped in the Power 106 studios to Checc In with DJ Carisma for the latest installment of the new music series. Having recently dropped a new mixtape, Stunna Girl explains that while her label-guided project was taking some time to get proper clearance, she decided to go back to basics and shared more freestyles and music that allowed her to garner her following. Stunna goes on to share that she has more new music on the way, shouts out her biggest influences which include artists like E-40, Too Short, Sade, Donnell Jones, and more, and she also reveals why her dream feature would be with Billboard's Artist Of The Decade, Drake.

Jourdin Pauline is an budding singer and actress, and all around business woman who is readying the release of her upcoming project 'Love Songs About Nobody'. Speaking with DJ Carisma on the latest installment of Checc'd In, the Guyanese rising star says that you can expect much diversity from the project which was a journey to finally complete, after being hit with production setbacks and other complications. Expected for a release on Cinco De Mayo, Pauline cites credits with collaborations from producers behind many hits for the likes of Chris Brown and Ariana Grande. Jourdin's "Nasty" visual is already running up and her "Lustful Desires" video is expected to do the same. Pauline also goes on to speak on her biggest influences, which include the late Aaliyah, Minnie Riperton, Janet Jackson, Beyonce, and Madonna, while also sharing her recording process, and says her dream collabs would be with Nicki Minaj and Coi Leray. 

A heavy-hitter in the rap game, Jim Jones, pulled up to speak with DJ Carisma in the latest installment of the Checc'd In series. The hip-hop vet has had his hand in many projects outside of music, and while he may be viral with every post updating his followers with his Weatherman reports, Jones chops it up with Carisma about the many ventures and collabs he's been focused on. Jones has kept up his health and shares his fitness journey with us through social media and while he jokingly gives advice to the older generation of rappers to set up their AARP accounts, the forever Diplomat shares the importance of physical health. As hip-hop has been shaken by the recent passings of the late DMX and Black Rob, Jim speaks on his close friendships with X and Rob as the artists all grew up together on the east side of New York and how they will forever be connected as family. Jones also speaks with Carisma about his latest project 'The Fraud Department', which all came together on a complete virtual tip. Beginning at the start of the novel 2020 pandemic, he and collaborator Harry Fraud completed their album via FaceTime calls and emails. The project also highlights a French Montana feature on "Bada Bing". Jim goes on to detail his "Saucey" cannabis line, hands out advice on cryptocurrency, and talks West Coast rap.

Justina Valentine has gained popularity through her signature freestyle prose, which she has dominated with on the hit MTV show "Wild N Out" but it's everything that the multi-faceted actress, artist, and philanthropist has in order that solidifies her as an all-around brand. Speaking with DJ Carisma in the latest "Checc'd In" installment, Justina shares her excitement for the upcoming Nick Cannon-produced 'She Ball' film, in which she reveals a 2021 "Ladies Night" track is slated for the movie's soundtrack and also features the O.G. Queen Bee Lil' Kim. The song also borrows support from ladies taking over the rap game, which include Coi Leray, Lady London, Vanessa V, and Azjah. Justina also chops it up about the much-hyped return for "Wild 'N Out" which she explains was an overwhelming feeling of gratitude as cast members were able to all come back to the show post-pandemic. The rapper goes on to speak about her growing social media "Tea Time" feature which goes viral almost every week, speaks on wanting to transition into more film roles, charity work, how she's working hard to get create a hit record, and of course she drops an exclusive Checc'd In freestyle. 

Repping for Jacksonville, Florida, 19-year-old rapper Nardo Wick came through to the Power 106 studios for the latest installment of the DJ Carisma feature 'Checc'd In'. The new artist has been making noise as of late with his growing career. With co-signs from rappers like Future, Nardo admits that he's known he's always wanted to do music and has studied artists like Lil Baby and Kodak Black. Nardo has only been going at his music craft for the past year, having kicked things off during the novel coronavirus pandemic, but his upcoming project 'Who Is Nardo Whick' is expected to shine more light on who he is as an artist. Nardo goes on to speak on receiving major label record deal offers the night he was arrested, his writing process, and much more.

Mooski has been making major noise recently with his viral "Track Star" single that's been everywhere on social media as well as climbing the charts. The Alabama native Checc'd in with DJ Carisma to give us some insight on his come up in such a short amount of time. The rapper has been working on music since he was 14 and it was his break out 'Track Star" that capitulated him to a major record deal. Mooksi speaks on having rapper Coi Leray as the leading lady for the 'Track Star" visual, hopes for a dream collab with Drake, and shares his upbringing in the South, and much more. 

Repping for the A, Asianae popped in to Checc in with DJ Carisma to speak on her complete come up during the time of a global pandemic. As many of us were affected by the novel 2020 coronavirus pandemic, Asianae had big success as she curated content that helped grow her fanbase and developed new music while doing so. Having already connected with Erica Banks, who found success with the help of her viral "Buss It" hit, the rapper now has a new mixtape on the way which features her single "Period Pooh". The tape is pretty lengthy as it came together during the pandemic. Asianae goes on to speak on her forthcoming project, names Nicki Minaj, Drake, and Lil Baby in her top 3, and shares her favorite hip-hop movie that's influenced her the most.

With the global pandemic taking an initial toll on a lot of opportunities for artists as well as putting all of us on high alert for our health and well-being, both Jeezy and DJ were stalled when the coronavirus lock down hit, but the duo decided to stay hard at work at making new music. Preparing to release their forthcoming mixtape, the two discuss how they linked with Lil Yachty, Quavo, and Grammy winning Hit-Boy for their 'Clan Virus 2' tape. While some big names are already featured on the album-quality tape, the duo hints that even more is in store for their follow up project. Jeezy and DJ go on share their unconventional recording process with Carisma, as both have learned to compliment each other in the booth and organically create their unique sound. Blue Bucks also discuss meeting and growing up in Los Angeles and much more. 

Having gained notoriety on a West Coast anthem with his song "Vintage and Adventurous," L.A.'s Conradfrmdaaves pulled up to the Power 106 studios to Checc'd In with DJ Carisma about his come up and what is on the way. The Cali rapper explains the origins of his name came about and how growing up and attending Westchester high school helped him come into his own as an artist and as a creative. While he admits that his passion for tattooing came from his stint in prison, his transition to music was inspired by the late Nipsey Hussle. Conrad shares that his top influences include Hussle, the late legend Tupac, as well as Bone Thugs-N-Harmony. Conrad goes on to speak on his upcoming singles with Drakeo The Ruler, Kalan.Frfr, how strip clubs should show more support to L.A. artists, and much more.

Bay Area native @Capolow 304 has a newly released tape 'Code Name 16', which he explains is a play on the popular animated series "Codename: Kids Next Door", which is also the reference to his previous effort 'Kids Next Door'. Speaking with DJ Carisma on the latest installment of Checc'd In, Capolow chops it up about singles like "3am In LA" and how his recording process doesn't usually include freestyling, although beat inspiration plays a factor in his writing. As the rapper praises his Bay roots, he admits that the culture dictates the love he gets and says he is working to expand outside of NorCal. Cap also speaks on how he's connecting with Atlanta artists and producers to continue building genuine relationships in the industry. Capolow goes on to share where he gets the most love outside of the Bay, names his favorite Bay Area anthem, favorite songs to perform, and his favorite Bay taco trucks.

The ultimate trendsetter and the pioneer of the culture of hip-hop that we know today, the one and only @Soulja Boy stopped through the Power 106 studios to officially Checc' In with DJ Carisma as his smash single "She Make It Clap" is making crazy noise on the charts and all over the internet. Equipped with his own certified Tik Tok Challenge, Soulja Boy has been independently reclaiming his time with the massive success he's having, once again, as one of the biggest names and influencers in the game. Not only does the rapper have more new music up his sleeve, Soulja speaks with Carisma about the work he's put in as an entrepreneur and how he's also dominating the gaming industry. Soulja goes on to also drop a disclaimer that he's no longer putting on for other artists if he doesn't get his proper credit, shares how Tik Tok has impacted the game, and much more. 

Having only started rapping a few years ago back in 2018, Lady London has found her lane with her roots in the artistry of poetry and lyricism. While London admits that the essence of lyrical content has been overlooked by many in hip-hop, she shares that there is a balance to everything.  London recently dropped her latest visual for "Never" which she explains to DJ Carisma was an in-house production that she had a lot of creative control and direction for the symbolic video which shows her struggle with the music business.  The now-independent east coast native named her Top 5 list, which features the likes of some of the lyrical greats like Jay-Z, the late Big L, Slick Rick, and many more. London has quite a bit to look forward to with her forthcoming 'Missing Piece' project nearing its final production stages and the highly anticipated 'She Ball' track which puts her beside the legend Lil' Kim, Justina Valentine, Coi Leray, Vanessa V, and Azjah. 

Los Angeles-bred brother-duo Blake And Miles are a true LA come up story having found their familial niche with producing home-hits. The two brothers only started releasing music back in 2019, but the duo has slowly but surely captured the attention of many. Checcing in with DJ Carisma, Blake and Miles chop it up about the music they have on the way and how they began creating music together.

An iconic voice in the R&B game, Jon B stopped through the Power 106 studios to checc in with DJ Carisma to speak about his current single "Priceless" and how he came up with a deep appreciation for all genres of music. Jon also discusses his experience working with the late legend 2 Pac where he explains Pac let his guard down on their collab and showed a different side that hadn't already been showcased. Jon goes on to speak about his hesitation releasing new music, wanting to collab with Chris Brown, and much more.

Rich The Kid drops by Power 106 to check in with DJ Carisma discussing his new albums that are in the works and his new single with Quavo "Thats Tuff". He also let us know that theres a movie he's working on coming soon.

Carson, CA-bred Kalan FrFr has been steadily putting in work for nearly 10 years and the rapper stopped through Power 106 to chat with DJ Carisma about his journey in music and his new project 'Leak The Tape'. Kalan also chopped it up about his dream collab with super-producer Pharrell, what it was like performing at the 2019 Rolling Loud L.A. festival, his favorite musical influences, movies, and more.

Only 17-years-old, Memphis rapper #NLEChoppa came through the Power 106 studios to talk with DJ Carisma about his quick rise in the hip-hop game, working with #Blueface on his “Shotta Flow” (Remix), and upcoming documentary, and why his Instagram was deleted.

Rapper AzSwaye came through to checc in with our girl DJ Carisma to discuss the new heat he’s been working on with his AzCult crew and the music he has on the way as a solo artist. Chopping it up about his consistent come up in the game, Swaye shares that he earned his success from everything he learned and not by riding the coat tails of other artists’ names. The rapper also details how Too $hort was the first big artist to give him a co-sign and talks about a crazy story where Kendrick Lamar and Top of TDE once saved him from a bloody accident.

Joe Moses checc’d in with DJ Carisma to chop it up about his ‘Westside’ project, being in the position to drop music and give back to the community in a major way, what visuals he has on the way, and how he recruited the likes of Future, Trippie Redd, and more for his collabs.

Prince Of LA had to checc in with DJ Carisma for the city and chopped it up about his music strategy, flipping Chris Brown’s beat on his current single, working with Blueface, growing his fan base outside of his hometown, and what he’s looking forward to in the new decade.

Rubi Rose is working to put herself on the map and she’s making sure people know that her foot will be on everyone’s necks! Coming through the Power 106 studios to chop it up with DJ Carisma, Rose discusses collabing with Playboi Carti when first hitting the music scene, her upcoming single and visual with Dani Leigh, her favorite thing about Cali, and a new project coming early 2020.

L.A. native Brittany B has put in major work behind the scenes as a songwriter and record label A&R, having credits under her belt from John Legend, TY Dolla $ign, Tyla Yaweh, Bhad Bhabie and many more. Speaking with DJ Carisma, Brittany shares how she came up with Compton natives Kendrick Lamar and Jay Rock, how she wants to change the idea of label A&Rs, new music on the way, and her role on Love & Hip Hop Hollywood.

Bia On Her Feature with Russ "Best On Earth" and Her Relationship with Rhianna

Since dropping his heater “Handcuffs”, Steven G has been working to deliver a new visual to accompany the viral track. Stopping through the Power 106 studios to chop it up with DJ Carisma, Steven G and Producer 15Hunnit Boy talk about the success of “Handcuffs”, how it’s been working with LA based production company 1500 Or Nothing, wanting to collab with Drake and Chris Brown, and upcoming tour dates.

J Stone Checcs in with DJ Carisma and discusses his latest project 'Definition Of Loyalty' and carrying on Nipsey Hussle's legacy.

H-Town rapper Yung Al pulled up to Power 106 to Checc In with DJ Carisma where the multi-talented artist talked about coming up with his own style of rapping and singing, his current single “Run It Up”, and collabing with staple LA production group 1500 or Nothing.

Cincinnati-bred singer Arin Ray came through to Checc In With DJ Carisma about his current single and video featuring Kehlani, which shows a different side to the R&B artist. Ray chops it up about Hitmaka giving him a chance and putting him on in the industry, with his first songwriting placements, his hopes to get into acting in the near future, and how he flipped 112’s “Only You” for his “Change” single.

9lokkNine is Checc’d In with Power 106’s DJ Carisma where the rapper discussed his “223s” single with YNW Melly, how he flipped Tyga’s hit “Taste” after getting the idea from an Instagram Live talent show, his name change, as well as his forthcoming ‘Mind Of Destruction’ album.

Lil Drift stopped through the Power 106 studios and checked in with DJ Carimsa to chop it up about his forthcoming mixtape, being inspired after hitting up an LA strip club, his influences as a child, and what he brings to the hip-hop game.

Azjah the Princess of Compton, came through to checc in With Carisma and details how she got her stage name, the viral challenge for her single “Time For It”, hitting a million on Soundcloud and her upcoming tour with G Perico. 

AzChike Checc's In with Carisma to discuss his upcoming project 'Rich & Ratchet', his tour + linking up with King Combs

Sincere details how he moved to Los Angeles at 18 with dreams of working on music, ended up living out of his car and now has become an entrepreneur, MC, and the go to guy for parties in LA.