In 2016 I interviewed Chicago rapper G Herbo for the first time, while he was on tour. We spoke about collaborating with Drake, changing his name and how many songs him and Lil Bibby have in the stash. Press play to listen back and watch our 2018 interview here: https://youtu.be/a5LU0qk3Gqc
Lily Mercer and Friends: Ambush Interview.
The latest episode of Lily Mercer and Friends stars Ambush, talking about the success of his hit song ‘Jumpy’, Drill music and his collective. Camden MC, Ambush, has been buzzing in London for a couple of years thanks to ‘Blood’ and ‘Already’ but 2018 saw his song ‘Jumpy’ become one of the year’s biggest tracks, […]
Lily Mercer and Friends: Sheck Wes.
Lily speaks to Sheck about his debut album MUDBOY, plus naming a song after basketball player Mo Bamba, living in Senegal and what motivates him to make music. She also asks for a Uk remix of Mo Bamba featuring Skepta and Octavian. Interview originally aired on The Lily Mercer Show on Rinse FM. Directed by […]
The Lily Mercer Show: Kali Uchis.
The Lily Mercer Show: Kali Uchis sees me speak with Colombian-American singer Kali Uchis about non-traditional females in music and the importance of Colombia within her music. This will be the first and last interview I do on a bed, only Kali gets that treatment! Get Kali Uchis’ Por Vida EP here.
The Lily Mercer Show: Raekwon Interview.
Recently I caught up with Wu-Tang Clan member and international rap icon, Raekwon for Rinse TV. We spoke about the 20th anniversary of his debut solo debut, Only Built 4 Cuban Linx, Wu-Tang as a family, remembering rapper ODB and also his latest album, Fly International Luxurious Art, dropping April 28th.
The Lily Mercer Show: Pusha T Interview
I recently sat down with Pusha T for The Lily Mercer Show to talk about starting out in Clipse, signing to G.O.O.D. Music and the status of his upcoming album. Watch it below…
The Lily Mercer Show: Smoke DZA Interview.
I interviewed the Harlem rapper Smoke DZA about working with legendary producers, who he would like to smoke with and his Polo collection. Via Rinse TV.
The Lily Mercer Show: Talib Kweli Interview.
I recently interviewed Brooklyn rapper Talib Kweli to talk about his early influences, working with Mos Def, police brutality and fatherhood.
The Lily Mercer Show: Raury Interview.
I spoke to Raury about his inspirations, his growth as an artist and who he looks up to in the music industry…
The Lily Mercer Show: Da$H Interview.
I sat down with Da$h to talk about his writing process, coming from New Jersey and music scenes around the world.
The Lily Mercer Show: Soulection Interview.
I recently interviewed Soulection, the LA based record label, radio show and production collective for Rinse TV. We spoke about the grassroots of the label and what their fans can look forward to in the future.
The Lily Mercer Show: Chuck D.
Very proud to blog my latest interview for Rinse TV. I recently spoke with American rapper, author and producer Chuck D about being leader of the politically and socially conscious rap group Public Enemy. We also discussed his recent tour including the headline performance at the opening of “House of Vans” and the early years […]
The Lily Mercer Show: The Internet.
I caught up with The Internet at London’s Jazz Cafe to discuss their favourite city to play in, using Teena Marie‘s studio equipment and the benefits of starting out as an engineer…
The Lily Mercer Show: Kaytranada Interview.
I caught up with Canadian producer Kaytranada following his recent London show at KOKO. We spoke about his relationship with Sango and his upcoming EP. Watch the interview below via Rinse TV… Via Rinse TV.
The Lily Mercer Show: ScHoolBoy Q.
I interviewed ScHoolBoy Q recently for Rinse TV. We talked about his days as a hype man for Kendrick Lamar, and the fact that even Puffy calls him Puffy…
The Lily Mercer Show: Mapei.
Last month I sat down with Swedish born musician Mapei, tune in to find out about her fantasies for her forthcoming album and her time spent listening to Radiohead whilst growing up in Stockholm.
The Lily Mercer Show: Budgie Interview.
I interviewed UK producer Budgie about his recent release The Good Book with hip-hop producer The Alchemist and how he got into sampling gospel music.
The Lily Mercer Show: DJ Jazzy Jeff Interview.
I spoke to the legendary Jazzy Jeff about his early musical career, how he feels about the industry now and his plans for the future.
The Lily Mercer Show x Rinse TV – Tinashe Interview.
Finally my Tinashe interview is here. Find out more about the beautiful singer, including information about her upcoming album and how she produced the Black Water EP in under a month…
The Lily Mercer Show: J Cush Interview.
I interviewed J Cush, producer-DJ extraordinaire and 1/4 of Future Brown for my show on Rinse TV. We spoke about pirate radio, UK Garage and Future Brown. Stay tuned for my interview with Little Dragon out next week! Listen to this week’s show here.