Season 2

March 5, 2021

Zieme: Mr. Rhythm and Blues

The next episode of the New Class features Zieme: Mr. Rhythm and Blues. Diggie and Zieme talk about his past, present, and his future in the music industry. Zieme is an incredible independent artist with a ton of talent to s…
Feb. 19, 2021

International Nova: Internationally Known!!

This Next Class episode is International Nova. Nova, hails from Bronx, NY and has been in the industry for years. He is widely respected and know for his versatility in music. Nova gets to sit down with Diggie to discuss his…
Feb. 5, 2021

Young Bleed: The Southern Underground Experience

In this episode of the New Class, Diggie A-2 sits with the Underground legend: @Young Bleed . Young Bleed has been in industry for over 25 years and has seen the ups and downs of the game. Diggie & Young Bleed discuss life,…
Feb. 3, 2021

James Worthy: The many sides of The King!

In this episode of The New Class, Diggie A-2 sits down James Worthy!! Known for his many sides of the entertainment business, James Worthy talks about his beginnings to the state of R&B music in 2021.
Feb. 3, 2021

Hitta Castro: A man of many talents!!!

@Hitta Castro hails from San Diego, CA. He is known for his ability to create music for all walks of life. In this exclusive interview, Hitta Castro talks with Diggie A-2 about his success, his love of music, and the future!…
Jan. 13, 2021

Honorable Mention (The Shift Season II): The Chronic

Season II's Honorable Mention is the over the Westcoast classic: The Chronic! Considered by most the crown jewel of hip-hop in the early 90s. The Chronic changed hip-hop forever. In this episode, Diggie, Tyrone, and newcomer…
Jan. 6, 2021

A Tribe Called Quest: Jazz, Beats, Rhymes & Hip-Hop!!!

The Season Finale of The Shift is with one of hip-hop's crown jewels: A Tribe Called Quest. ATCQ was able to use elements of Jazz, Beats, Rhymes, and Hip-Hop to create and perfect a sound this is still unmatched to this day.…
Dec. 30, 2020

Wu-Tang Clan: The Avengers of Hip-Hop!!!!

Episode XIV of the Shift is all about the greatest group of MCs to ever hit hip-hop as a collective: The Wu-Tang Clan! Wu-Tang's Enter the 36 Chambers is one of the best hip-hop albums ever created. In this episode, Diggie a…
Dec. 23, 2020

2Pac: A Hip-Hop Legend!

Episode XIII of the Shift is about the hip-hop legend 2pac! In this anticipated episode, Diggie and Deion Brown from DBENTCO discuss 2Pac's legacy, his influence, and his huge mark left on the culture of hip-hop. There will …
Dec. 16, 2020

Nas: The Hip-Hop Gold Standard!!!

Episode XII of The Shift is about Nas: The Hip-Hop Gold Standard. April 19th, 1994 the world of hip-hop would be forever changed with the release of the greatest hip-hop album ever created: Illmatic. In this episode Diggie,…
Dec. 9, 2020

Snoop Dogg: West Coast at it's finest!

Episode XI is about the west coast's finest: @SnoopDoggTV ! Snoop Dogg was one of the biggest names in hip-hop during The Shift. He has transformed himself into a powerhouse in music and entertainment. Diggie, Johnny TGV, an…
Dec. 2, 2020

Redman: The Punchline King!

Episode X of The Shift is all about Redman: The Punchline King of Hip-Hop. This episode features the first female MC to be a guest on the Diggie platform: Hollyondemand. She shares her perspectives on hip-hop, Redman, and th…
Nov. 25, 2020

Ice Cube: Westcoast Hip-Hop Personified!

Episode IX is about the West Coast Great: @IceCubeVEVO. In this episode, Diggie brings in special guests The Weavers to talk about Ice Cube. Ice Cube was a main staple in the early 90s and is a force in the world of enterta…
Nov. 18, 2020

De La Soul: The Anti-Hippies of Hip-Hop!

Episode VIII features De La Soul: The Anit-Hippies of Hip-Hop. In this episode, Diggie brings back fan-favorite AJ P-Dub to discuss the importance of De La Soul to Hip-Hop. With their heavy sampling, skits, and jazz sound De…
Nov. 11, 2020

Naughty By Nature: The Kings of the Hip-Hop Anthems!!

Episode VII surrounds the heartbeat of East Orange NJ: @naughtybynature. Naughty By Nature are the reigning kings of hip-hop anthems. In the early 90s there was not another hip-hop group that could make you think and chant a…
Nov. 4, 2020

Scarface: Southern Lyrical Giant

Episode VI is about the Southern Lyrical Giant: Scarface. Scarface is widely recognized as one of the best lyricists and storytellers in hip-hop. Special Guests: B. Wize, Will Boyd, and Diggie Scarface's contributions and si…
Oct. 28, 2020

Queen Latifah: The Royal Highness of Hip-Hop!!!

Episode V features @Queen Latifah: The Royal Highness of Hip-Hop. In this episode, Diggie, Vida Loca, and B. Wize discuss the importance of Queen Latifah to the culture of hip-hop and her influence on Hollywood as she blosso…
Oct. 21, 2020

Onyx: The Beatdown of Hip-Hop!

Episode IV features Onyx: The Beatdown of Hip-Hop! Onyx is one of the most grimiest, gritty, and in your face groups in all of hip-hop. In this episode, Diggie, Queen, and Will B. discuss their contributions to the culture a…
Oct. 14, 2020

Cypress Hill: The greatest Latino hip-hop group of all-time!

Episode III is paying homage to the great Cypress Hill. This episode features recording artist 36 N Brimstone of DB entertainment group. Diggie has a conversation with the group on how their music compares to Cypress Hill: T…
Oct. 7, 2020

Pete Rock & CL Smooth: The Soul of Hip-Hop

Episode II features the soulful Pete Rock and CL Smooth. Diggie, Matt, and Will B break down their contributions to hip-hop and talk about some their favorite memories. Pete Rock and CL smooth are one of the best DJ/MC duos …
Oct. 1, 2020

Gang Starr: Hip-Hop's Perfect DJ/MC Combination!

Season II: The Shift opens with the @GangStarrVEVO: The perfect DJ/MC combination. In this episode, Robb Diggie, Will B, and newcomer Bruce give their perspectives on the impact of Gang Starr and contributions to Hip-Hop.