The Combat Jack Show

On this episode we welcome back the esteemed A&R aficionado, Mr. Dante Ross. Dante talks to us about his early days becoming the first hip hop A&R, signing Queen Latifah, working with ATCQ, Busta Ryhmes, Russel Simmons, Lyon Cohen, MF Doom and so much more. Dante also talks about what he's been up to of late working with some of the the new artists like Ugly God and Lil Dicky etc. Hit that play button and #RaiseTheBar

On this episode of the Combat Jack Show we take it down I-95 South to Durham, North Carolina for the 1st Annual Art of Cool Festival. Our guests were supposed to be Professor Mark Anthony Neal and the GOAT Rakim but due to some unforeseen circumstances the "god mc" had to cancel. However, 9th Wonder joined the discussion and it was one to remember. So hit play and #RaiseTheBar. Let us know what you think of this episode by tweeting @CombatJackShow or hit up the hotline at 347-746-2080.

In this episode we sit down with culture critic, human Hip-Hop Smithsonian, founder of IllDoctrine and the longest radio show (Underground Railroad) Mr. Jay Smooth. He's talking early beginnings, Stretch and Bobbito, the issue of race in America, the evolution of hip-hop, coping with a recent tragedy and much much more. Internets, you know how we do! #RaiseTheBar

On this episode we bring you The Return Charlamagne The God. We sit down and talk Black Privilege, White Privilege, his ascension to being the "King of All Media", his Brilliant Idiots podcast, his father's teachings, being woke and much more. This is definitely one of our best episodes thus far. Charlamagne's new book: "Black Privilege: Opportunity Comes to Those Who Create It" will be available 4/18 on all print and digital retailers. #RaiseTheBar

On this episode we bring to you another check mark from our "to get" list. All the way from the mid-west, this Minnesota native shares his story from being in the rap game for 17 plus years, his Muslim faith, Trump era politics, his plans for the future and much more. This is one of those classic discussions that you love to hear. We present to you Brother Ali. His new album "All The Bèauty In This Whole Life" drops May 5th. #RaiseTheBar

On this episode we bring to you "the hottest host in NYC" Pretty Lou (@prettylou11). We sit down with the brooklyn native to discuss his journey in the music biz, his current battle with Lukemia, his relationship with Fat Joe, breaking the "All The Way Up" record, his alliance with Jay Z/Roc Nation and much more. Lou has a compelling, inspiring story to share and we were honored to have him on our platform. Sit back, crack a cold one and don't be afraid to grab a kleenex beloved. Tickets are on sale for Pretty Lou's Birthday Charity concert feat. Fat Joe and Friends April, 18th at The Highline. #StreetLoyalty #RaiseTheBar #FuckCancer

Former Baltimore policer Michael A. Woods, Jr. gives us an insight behind the thin blue line. We learn why he exposed the corruption he saw while on the force, the aftermath and how he wants to reshape policing in America.

On this episode is the return of one the most abstract MC's, Roc Marci. We catch up with Roc and find out what's he's been up to, his impact on today's rappers, his signature sound, his thoughts on the current rap landscape and more. His new LP Rosebudd's Revenge is available via www.ROCMARCI.com. Is this his last album? Hit play and find out. #RaiseTheBar

On this episode we sit down with Director/Filmmaker Raoul Peck. Mr. Peck was nominated for an Oscar for his recently released "I Am Not Your Negro", which was based on the perspectives of Medgar Evers, Malcolm X and Dr. Martin Luther King from the lens of the esteemed James Baldwin. Sit back and cleanse your mental palate as we continue to #RaiseTheBar

On this episode of Combat Jack Show we sit down with New York Times best selling author JaQuavis Coleman (@RealJaQuavis). Quavo takes us on a journey from his early days in Flint, surviving the trap, how he met his wife and writing partner Ashley, working with Cash Money and discusses his new NBC/Universal deal. Internets this is one of our proudest moments of CJS. #RaiseTheBar

In this episode we sit down with comedian, actor, director Jordan Peele (Key & Peele). We're taking social issues in America, the current black Hollywood Renaissance, the directorial debut "Get Out", working with Keegan-Michael Key, Dave Chappelle and much more. "Get Out" hits theaters February 24th. #RaiseTheBar

It's always an honor to sit with a West Coast legend. Especially one who's a household name rapper, actor, director of all sorts. We're talking early NWA days, Eazy E, Dr. Dre, past, present and much more! Not to mention he's a lot of folks "Top 5". Internets we present to you O'Shea Jackson aka Ice Cube. #RaiseTheBar

We got to sit down with one of our favorite people of the culture, Michael Eric Dyson. Mr. Dyson immaculately shares his perspectives of American politics, this new administration, Hip-Hop, our societal responsibilities, whether or not reparations are plausible for people of color, his new book and host of other topics. Oh, and you know he spit a few bars and gave us his Top 5. Michael Eric Dyson's new book, "Tears We Cannot Stop, A Sermon To White America" is available at all book retailers. #RaiseTheBar

On this episode we sit down with CNN political commentator, attorney and CEO of IMPACT Strategies, the lovely Angela Rye. Ms. Rye shares her views on the current political climate, Trumps presidency, what we all can do to participate in the political process, her journey, hip-hop and much more. Hit play, listen and engage. After listening to this episode we encourage you to leave your comments or you can call our hotline 347-746-2080. #RaiseTheBar

On this episode we have From ESPN's "HisNHers"and the new SportCenter hosts Jemele Hill and Michael Smith. This episode was a long time coming but right on time. We sit down with Jemele and Michael to discuss their early beginnings sports broadcasting, how a failed date was the precursor to the creation of "HisNHers", a little politics, their opposing views on Migos "Bad and Boujee" record and more. Hit that play button. #RaiseTheBar