In this episode of KROSS BARZ, Big OH! and J. Tanae' dive right in with the talented super producer and songwriter, Eric Hudson. Eric, the son of Curtis Hudson from the New Jersey band Pure Energy, is now a five-time Grammy Award winner known f...

On this episode of KROSS BARZ, Big OH! and J. Tanae' sit down with R&B artist Monifah. Monifah began her career at just seven years old, landing a spot in a Hi-C commercial. From that moment, her path in entertainment was set. Over the year...

On this episode of KROSS BARZ Big OH! and J. Tanae' reflect on the golden days, memorable lyrics, and iconic artists with Joshua Paul Thompson. Mr. Thompson is the godson of Paul Robeson and one of the world's top songwriters and producers. Tho...

In this episode of KROSS BARZ, Big OH! and J. Tanae’ sit down with the legendary Mike Clemons to discuss drums and the life of a musician. Mike, a master percussionist, has toured the world and performed with top artists like Usher, Ma...

On this episode of KROSS BARZ Big OH! and J. Tanae' step into the podcast ring with the amazing Montell "Ice" Griffin, former Light Heavyweight Champion of the World. In this "No Gloves, Just Barz" interview, Mr. Griffin spoke candidly about hi...

On this episode of KROSS BARZ Big OH! and J. Tanae' have a memorable and fun conversation with the iconic Tina Fabrique.  Ms. Fabrique was born in Harlem, NY and considers her home state one of the best places on earth. Notably known for t...

On this episode of KROSS BARZ Big OH! and J. Tanae' "funk it up" with Danny A. Thomas. Danny "Sweetman" Thomas is one of the original members of the  the R&B and funk band Con Funk Shun. Con Funk Shun started off as Project Soul out of...

On this episode of KROSS BARZ Big OH! and J. Tanae' go back to Louisiana humble beginnings with Mr. Curtis Hudson.  Curtis Hudson was a member of the 80's bands Pure Energy and Hot Streak.  While a member of the band Hot Streak, he pr...

On this episode of KROSS BARZ Big OH! and J. Tanae' interview Coach Shawn "OG" McCray of Central High School located in Newark, NJ.  Coach McCray made his film debut on the 2018 YouTube series The Best Shot, with NBA Legends LeBron James (...

On this episode of KROSS BARZ Big OH! and J. Tanae' reminisce with El Da Sensei about the elements of Hip Hop.  El Da Sensei was born in Newark, NJ and grew up in East Orange, NJ immersed in the culture of the rap scene. From being a B-Boy...

On this episode of KROSS BARZ Big OH! and J. Tanae' receive valuable information from Hakim Green a former New Jersey educator.  Hakim and his longtime friend, Tuffy, formed a rap group called Channel Live and was lead into success with th...

On this episode of KROSS BARZ Big OH! and J. Tanae' get to know the person behind the voice, DJ Woody Woods known affectionately as "Uncle Woody" and to others "Big Dro".  Woody explains that at a young age he was already ahead of the clas...

On this episode of KROSS BARZ Big OH! and J. Tanae' have kitchen table conversation with the legendary actor/comedian/VO artist Michael Ralph. Mr. Ralph's pragmatic approach to life has lent him longevity in the tv/film industry. Michael starte...

On this episode of KROSS BARZ Big OH! and J. Tanae' exchange barz and discourse with Dupre' L. Kelly.  Dupre' aka "Do It All" is from the rap group Lords of the Underground, who hit the charts with their song "Here Come the Lords" in the 9...

On this episode of KROSS BARZ Big OH! and J. Tanae' engage in intense yet informative conversation with Ms. Alyson Williams.  Alyson is the First Lady Songstress of Def Jam Records, that has a list of hits from the late 1980's to the early...

On this episode of KROSS BARZ, Big OH! and J. Tanae' talk Hip Hop and entrepreneurship with the legendary musical duo Teddy Ted and Special K also known as "Awesome 2". Hailing from the Garden State of New Jersey, these trailblazers have set tr...

On this episode of KROSS BARZ Big OH! and J. Tanae' get up close and personal with actor and standup comic Gerald Kelly.  From a young age, Gerald was determined to take care of himself and his family.  Growing up playing touch footba...

On this episode of KROSS BARZ Big Oh! and J. Tanae' speak on the trauma, trials, and triumphs of LaKeisha Barron-Brown. Lakeisha is a multi-faceted changemaker who stays on the grind and is always ready for the next opportunity to make an impac...

On this episode of KROSS BARZ, Big Oh! and J. Tanae' go international with Junior Giscombe.  Norman Washington "Junior" Giscombe is an English singer-songwriter and one of the first British R&B artists to be successful in the United St...

On this episode of KROSS BARZ Big Oh! and J. Tanae' reminisce with singer/songwriter Glenn Jones, on his upbringing in the church to his impact on the R&B scene in the '80s and '90s. Glenn Jones' music is timeless with lyrics and melodies t...

On this episode of KROSS BARZ, Big Oh! & J. Tanae' get open with Naseed Gifted. Naseed is a well-rounded entrepreneur with a limitless amount of talent, creativity, and innovation. Encompassing a background in engineering and education, Nas...

On this episode of KROSS BARZ Big Oh! and J. Tanae' get deep into conversation with comedian, Steve Brown on why he "faked" his allegiance to Omega Psi Phi. From his upbringing, love for HBCUs, coaching ventures, and moving past negative media ...

On this episode of KROSS, BARZ cohosts Big OH! and J. Tanae' speak exclusively with the legendary Cecil Armstrong, "Shuckey Duckey." Cecil coined the phrase "Shuckey Duckey, Quack Quack" which instantly became a trend and could be used in any t...

Do you have a child in special education? Have they been provided an Individualized Education Plan (IEP)?  Does your teenager excel in sports but fail academically? On this episode of KROSS BARZ cohosts Big Oh! and J. Tanae' get right down...

 On this episode of KROSS BARZ Big OH! and J. Tanae' take a walk down memory lane with Derrick Givens.  Mr. Givens is 1/4 of the "The Givens Family", a group that originated out of East Orange, New Jersey.  The Givens Family made...