#TBT Interview w/ Jon Connor about not making Freshman Class Cover in 2012 & more.

JCBefore he was signed to one of the most influential producers in the history of modern day music “The People’s Rapper” Jon Connor converses with Whobeta on his former weekly show. In my opinion this is one of the best interviews ever as Jon Connor speaks about not making the XXL Magazine Freshman Class cover in 2012, and spews his true feelings about the hip hop publication, also during the interview he explains the major endorsements & cosigns that were featured throughout his acclaimed “Season 2” project which gathers cosigns from Nas, Jamie Foxx, The Game, & Youg Jeezy to name a few super stars that was feeling the star before he was in major orbit.

Check out this throwback interview & be sure to check out his national debut featured twice on Compton: A Soundtrack by Dr.Dre, a release that took the summer by surprise, with over 400,000 records sold in the 1st 3 weeks.

Stik Figa (@Stik_Figa) & Jackpot (@CHOSEN1JACKPOT) @ the Blank Space 8-26 Powered by @StereoAssault

PicThe Midwest collides at the Blank Space in South St.Louis August 26th when Topeka based Stik Figa brings his “Still Aint Easy Being Skinny Tour” to town with added support from Detroit underground actor & artist Jackpot. Sponsored by stereoassault.com this event highlights potential future national acts from across the middle of the map with openers including   King Solomon, Sleepy J Barksdale, & Khori. For more info on this event or to show your support head to the event page here. $7 presale and $10 at the door.

1 Day 2 city Central Illinois Promo Tour feat. Detroit Rapper @CHOSEN1JACKPOT Stl artist @bigdude314

A11823048_10206192102235918_8627869269747732235_ortist, models, & who ever else is looking to leave St.Louis for a day travel to central Illinois with 2 of the Midwest best talents Big Dude Rosegold of St.Louis & Detroits own JP One of Gifted & Talented LLC. This trip on August 25th consist of a stop at 90.7 Fm Strictly Hip Hop Fm with Dj Lavish in Peoria, Illinois , performance opportunity at Bar None in Springfield, great networking and more. For more info or how to be apart of the promo tour,to travel with the tour, or get your promo on the tour text 3146296404.

Thisl (@Thisl) “It’s All Good” Official Video featuring @AshthonJones

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After releasing a very powerful begging “Lord Help Me” record late July, Thisl drops the video to another single instead? “It’s All Good” Thisl’s new single & official video featuring American Idol finalist Ashthon Jones. Inspired by Biggie’s “Juicy” this feel good anthem will be featured on Thisl’s newest project ‘Heavy Is The Head’ available now on Itunes & other outlets for more on Thisl head to www.IamThisl.com .

#Nervedjs The Big Heff (@Bigheff) Radio Show every Weekend Across the Midwest

unnamedOne of the biggest machines in the Midwest now has its own Syndicated Radio show, named after  Vp of the Nerve Djs “The Big Heff radio show”. Check it out throughout the weekend evenings on Power 104.9 Kokomo Indiana, 103.7 Da Beat Rockford, Illinois, and WUGR in Columbus, Ohio. Airing its 4th episode August 1st, check out the 3rd episode below, or go through the archives here.

Follow everybody on the show via twitter @BigHeff @Shugaboog440 @Vanidee_Starr @DJQueEleven

Naptown Shach’s #MWB5 Performance at Studio 618

NSSelf Proclaimed Nap town’s biggest celebrity Naptown Shach made it to the Midwest Best Top 5 with his performance at the 5th Midwest Best $1000 Showcase at Studio 618 July 18th. With his 5 minute set he gave the crowd a mini concert, which included something for the streets in whats titled as “Naptown Freestyle on YouTube, a dance record, and something for the ladies titled “Creep with Ya.” Contact him on facebook Shach NaptownsFavorite Celebirty, and ask for his new project, the Golden Ticket, out in the streets now.

Footage provided by Sister Shach.

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Quazy Not Crazy (@QuazyNotCrazy) Top 5 #MWB5 Performance

Quazy Not Crazy #MWB5 PerformanceEvery since signing up for Whobeta’s 5th Midwest Best $1000 Showcase St.Louis based rapper Quazy Not Crazy was claiming the title Midwest Best, mentally and  making status updates across the web preparing, himself mentally for a chance to win $1000. Making it to the top 5 mentioned performers of the night, the Further Then Basic Ceo appears to be free styling about 1 of his tracks not loading, then begins to entertain the crowd with song & dance with his next track titled “Wanting You.” With his confidence and entertaining performance he exited the stage with jokes from the host “K Twice” and cheers from the crowd. Congrats Mr.Not Crazy and “tip” make sure you have your music ready for your next major performance.

Who Won the #MWB5 – Fitzgerald (@watchfitzgerald) & Cashzone Ent

CashzoneJuly 18th went down in history as one of the hottest showcases in the Midwest happened on one of the hottest days of the year thus far. The 5th installment of the Midwest Best $1000 Showcase crowned 2 new winners in never in never before fashion. This #MWB was one of the most complicated to judge with talent from across the Midwest bringing their A game and nothing less taking 10-15 minutes to decide the winner. But, for the 1st time ever the Midwest Best crowned an R & B singer, Fitzgerald as the winner of the #MWB5 by an almost unanimous decision by the judges.The second prize of $500, which is given to the artist that brings the biggest following was given to Cash Zone who brought most of their fans out on a exclusive 20 passenger party bus that took them to and from the event. This was the 1st time a party bus has ever invaded the Midwest Best & the investment paid off.The top runner ups include Dayton’s QP, Indianapolis artist Shach, Quazy Not Crazy, & Chicago’s Young Rico.

If you have footage from #MWB5 and want it featured or promoted on Betasblock.com, possibly stlhiphop.com and more outlets tweet it to @whobeta on twitter or share it on facebook to Dj Whobeta.

The next confirmed events are the road trip to Ohio (Dayton & Cincinnati) July 24th, & Def Jam Rep / Vp of Nerve Djs Big Heff “Big Showcase” September 10th” with a special guest from CMG music. (Venue to be announced).

Spicc & Spann ( @Spiccn) will be live 7-18 @ Studio 618 for #MWB5 Midwest Best 5th $1000 Showcase

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Click to See One of Spicc & Spann’s biggest Battles

St.Louis based hip hop artist and battle rapper will be competing at the Midwest Best 5th $1000 Showcase July 18th at Studio 618. The U City born rapper has several battles circulating across the Web, and well a few official music videos including “Auto Bio” in which he speak about his childhood circumstances and over coming them. Check out the video below, and don’t forget the Midwest Best 5th $1000 Showcase is July 18th at Studio 618 for more info or to perform text 3146296404.

Thuggo (@Thuggn4Real ) & 4 Real Ent. Competing the Midwest Best 5th July 18 at Studio 618

4realSt.Louis based label 4’Real Ent. and its Ceo Thuggo will be competing at the 5th Midwest Best $1000 Showcase July 18th. 4’Real Ent has been doing big things across the Midwest, hitting cities such as Springfield, Peoria, & Memphis, with a mini tour in the works. The label has recently released their newest single “Grass Roots” to I tunes and YouTube Now. To purchase it click here. To watch the Official Video by Work Houze Films look below. Don’t forget to catch them in action 7-18-15 for more info or to perform text @whobeta 3146296404.