Spotify gives thuy the spotlight in latest 'Mic Check' podcast

If you don’t know, now you know, folks. Spotify has been doing this for a long time but it’s something special brewing with the streaming platform’s ‘Mic Check’ podcast series. The latest broadcast puts the attention on Vietnamese-American crooner thuy who dishes on everything from Britney Spears’ impact on her sound to her music career come up.

Check out details from the conversation and kick back for the full-fledged chop up session.

Spotify will release the newest episode of its original podcast series, “Spotify: Mic Check,” - a series aimed at connecting fans with the world’s biggest creators from around the globe through exclusively intimate conversations. This week’s episode celebrates Asian-American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month with Vietnamese-American R&B singer-songwriter thuy.

In the episode, thuy mentions how Britney Spears inspired her to pursue a career in music  by stating: “Britney Spears was honestly the reason why I wanted to become a pop star in the first place.  I remember when her first album came out, ‘Hit Me Baby One More Time’, and I don't know what was going on in that little eight-year-old mind. But I just remember seeing her on stage and just knowing that that was what I wanted to do…And I even remember after coming home from school, I would go in the back house and I would have her CD on replay in my little boom box and the garage would be down and be super dark, and I would pretend that I was on stage.”

Spotify put proper respect on Nigo's name with Pharrell and Pusha T

Who doesn't love Nigo at this point? The iconic fashion game-changer and founder of BAPE had proper respect placed on his name in celebration of his I Know NIGO studio album rollout. Streaming giant Spotify pulled through in epic fashion with a decked-out event.

Check out the full details of how much fun the celebration turned out to be and scroll a little further to peep a couple pics courtesy of Spotify to see how things looked, too.

Spotify and its flagship hip-hop playlist, RapCaviar hosted an exclusive celebration for Nigo’s newly released album, I Know NIGO!. Spotify took over interior designer Kelly Wearstler’s stunning, 1920s Beverly Hills estate to create an elevated family cookout. Nigo’s friends, fans, collaborators, and notable guests came together to celebrate the project in a proper family reunion. 

The highlight of the evening came when the man of honor himself took to the DJ booth for a surprise set. Nigo and long-time friend and album collaborator Pusha T took to the stage to perform songs from the album including “Diet Coke,” “Punch Bowl,” “Hear Me Clearly,” and “Morë Tonight,” while Pharrell Williams surprised the crowd with a performance of “Beautiful.” 

“This project has been a long time coming, and a true dream come true, bringing together some of my closest friends on the album,” says Nigo. “Spotify has been a great partner in my musical journey and I couldn't have imagined a better way to celebrate the release with them, along with my close friends Pharrell, Pusha T and biggest fans. We had an epic time!”

 Notable guests include Pharrell Williams and wife Helen Lasichanh, Pusha T, Snowfall actor Damson Idris, Bel-Air star Coco Jones, Kelly Wearstler, DJ Kerwin Frost, DJ Domo, plus Beau Casper Smart, Austin Millz, actor TravQue and artist 24kGoldn among others.

The album completely hits hard and is one of the only projects to have every single song land onto the Attack The Culture Non-Stop Grind Spotify playlist. Kick back and check out the project.

Russ dishes on rap star life on Spotify Greenroom's 'Most Necessary Podcast'

New Jersey native Russ has plenty to talk about these days. How much? How about over an hour with of dialogue on Spotify Greenroom’s ‘Most Necessary Live’ podcast with hip-hop personality B. Dot?

During their chat, they focus on a flurry of topics, notably the hip-hop lifestyle and especially the difference between superstars and rap stars. Check out some details and peep the entire interview below.

Chart-topping rapper, singer, songwriter and producer, Russ joined B. Dot and friends on Spotify Greenroom’s Most Necessary Podcast. Russ gave insight into his mind as one of the most successful independent artists in the game, shared how he has been staying consistent during the pandemic, his dream collaborations, and which project he is most proud of.