Ep 147. Damon Dash On Jay Z Collabing With Kanye and Being a Boss
- TV14
- June 12, 2015
- 1560 min
Damon Dash, the American entrepreneur and music producer, was the guest on Larry King Now season 3 episode 147. In this episode, Dash talked about his career in the music industry, his collaborations with Kanye West, and his relationship with Jay Z.
Dash started off by explaining his role in the hip-hop industry as a boss. He believes that in order to be successful, you have to surround yourself with the right people and create a team that shares the same vision as you. He also talked about his relationship with Jay Z and how they started Roc-A-Fella Records together. Dash spoke about the early days of Roc-A-Fella and how they built the company to become a leading music label in the industry.
Dash also addressed the current state of hip-hop and how it has evolved over the years. He talked about how new artists are more interested in commercial success rather than being true to their art. This, according to him, has resulted in a lack of authenticity in the music industry.
The conversation then turned to Kanye West, with whom Dash collaborated on several projects. Dash praised Kanye's creativity and the fact that he was able to stay true to his art while also achieving commercial success. He also spoke about Kanye's collaboration with Jay Z on their album "Watch the Throne" and how it was a significant moment in hip-hop culture.
Dash talked about his current projects, including his new streaming platform, and how he is now focusing on creating opportunities for black entrepreneurs. He believes that black people have been marginalized in the tech industry and wants to change that by providing them with the resources and support they need to succeed.
The interview was an insightful and candid conversation with one of the most prominent figures in the music industry. Dash’s vision for redemption, meaningful success, and empowerment was on full display during the show, making the episode an inspiring watch for anyone who wants to make a difference in their industry.
