Join Kembe X as he delivers gem after gem about mental health, what it's like to be an independent artist, working with Ab-Soul, being good friends with Isaiah Rashad, existing in the Top Dawg orbit, and why his personality doesn't always translate comfortably to social media

His most recent album "I Was Depressed Until I Made This" was a huge source of inspiration for this interview, which was actually first conducted back in May 2021, because I was struck down by an epic depressive episode. It's now February 2022 and I am only now uploading this interview, because I was far too unwell to put the finishing touches on it

Throughout my own depressive episode it was Kembe's words and music that helped me and gave me a sense of belonging and understanding. I really hope he can do the same for you too.

Companion article.

Kembe X
https://www.instagram.com/kembe_x
https://twitter.com/KEMBE_X
https://open.spotify.com/artist/4uc4iep3LqgSj8qN4kp7qD?si=GA9LvrsWQuimCdYHTdHlsg

HipHopNumbers
https://twitter.com/HipHopNumbers
https://www.instagram.com/hiphopnumbers/

5th Element
https://the5thelement.medium.com

Apple Juice by Stan Forebee
https://chillhop.bandcamp.com/track/apple-juice

To end the year, hosts of the various 5EPN podcasts come together to reflect on the year that has been 2021, the podcasts themselves and finish with a fun team exercise.

To everyone that has listened to a 5EPN Podcast this year, on behalf of everyone in the 5EPN, we thank you for your listenership, your time and we hope we can join you as you begin your journey through 2022.

The music was "Nothing But Luv" by aso. Thanks to Chillhop Music for the ability to use.

Be sure to peep the other Podcasts under The 5EPN:
Diggin' In The Digits
"What's Good?" W/ Charlie Taylor
5EPN Radio
Black Women Watch...
In Search of Sauce

What does it take to cut through as an independent artist?

Human Connection.

Allow Ahmad Anonimis to describe his process and drop true gems as he takes us through the process he applies to everything from music creation to release dates.

The accompanying profile piece can be found on Central Sauce.

Thanks for listening. Below are the Social accounts for all parties involved. Be sure to let us know that you're supporting us!

Music - "Apple Juice" By Stan Forebee (Thanks to Chillhop Records for the right to use)

Central Sauce - @Central_Sauce
HHBTN (Twitter & IG) - @HipHopNumbers
5E (Twitter & IG) - @The5thElementUK
ChillHop (Twitter) - @Chillhopdotcom

Be sure to peep the other Podcasts under The 5EPN:
Diggin' In The Digits
"What's Good?" W/ Charlie Taylor
5EPN Radio
Black Women Watch...
In Search of Sauce

In Episode 4 of The Beauty of Independence I chat with LaLion - The King of Consistency. From his early days in the Seattle Rock scene, his decision to pursue hip hop alone, and his grind to surpass 20 million Spotify streams & over 200,000 monthly listeners, LaLion's dedication is absolutely immense. His content is just as powerful, and this story of independence is invigorating and motivational.

The accompanying profile piece can be found on Central Sauce.

Music - "Apple Juice" By Stan Forebee (Thanks to Chillhop Records for the right to use)

Central Sauce - @Central_Sauce
HHBTN (Twitter & IG) - @HipHopNumbers
5E (Twitter & IG) - @The5thElementUK
ChillHop (Twitter) - @Chillhopdotcom

Be sure to peep the other Podcasts under The 5EPN:
Diggin' In The Digits
"What's Good?" W/ Charlie Taylor
5EPN Radio
Black Women Watch...
In Search of Sauce

In Episode 3 of The Beauty of Independence, I catch up with C-Scripture - the rapper whose story will entrance and motivate you. From having to save up 10 years just to buy his first microphone to walking 20+kms just to make it to a studio to record. C-Scripture is proof of how powerful passion can be as a driving source for artistry. A rapper who has overcome so much and continues to be at the forefront of Malawian Hip Hop.

The accompanying profile piece can be found on Central Sauce.

Thanks for listening. Below are the Social accounts for all parties involved. Be sure to let us know that you're supporting us!

Music - "Apple Juice" By Stan Forebee (Thanks to Chillhop Records for the right to use)

Central Sauce - @Central_Sauce
HHBTN (Twitter & IG) - @HipHopNumbers
5E (Twitter & IG) - @The5thElementUK
ChillHop (Twitter) - @Chillhopdotcom

Be sure to peep the other Podcasts under The 5EPN:
Diggin' In The Digits
"What's Good?" W/ Charlie Taylor
5EPN Radio
Black Women Watch...
In Search of Sauce

In episode 2 of The Beauty of Independence, I catch up with Dell Nellson - Poet, Musician, Thinker. Dell dives deep into his poetic process, the pain and emotion behind the words he conjures, the connection between hip hop and poetry, and drops gem after gem about topics like social media, friendship, and social injustice and systemic oppression.

Dell is a beautiful speaker and his words will evoke emotion and understanding within you, this I can guarantee.

The accompanying profile piece can be found on Central Sauce.

Thanks for listening. Below are the Social accounts for all parties involved. Be sure to let us know that you're supporting us!

Music - "Apple Juice" By Stan Forebee (Thanks to Chillhop Records for the right to use)

Central Sauce - @Central_Sauce
HHBTN (Twitter & IG) - @HipHopNumbers
5E (Twitter & IG) - @The5thElementUK
ChillHop (Twitter) - @Chillhopdotcom

Be sure to peep the other Podcasts under The 5EPN:
Diggin' In The Digits
"What's Good?" W/ Charlie Taylor
5EPN Radio
Black Women Watch...
In Search of Sauce

Welcome to Episode 1 of "The Beauty of Independence" - We check in with Cal Scruby - Comedy writer, videographer, mixing engineer, fashion inspiration and part-time rapper. The only man to reference Kirby and Britney Spears in the same verse.

We discuss mental health stigma, the challenges and benefits of being an independent artist, and the societal value of sitting down to pee

The accompanying profile piece can be found on Central Sauce.

Thanks for listening. Below are the Social accounts for all parties involved. Be sure to let us know that you're supporting us!

Music - "Apple Juice" By Stan Forebee (Thanks to Chillhop Records for the right to use)

Central Sauce - @Central_Sauce
HHBTN (Twitter & IG) - @HipHopNumbers
5E (Twitter & IG) - @The5thElementUK
ChillHop (Twitter) - @Chillhopdotcom

Be sure to peep the other Podcasts under The 5EPN:
Diggin' In The Digits
"What's Good?" W/ Charlie Taylor
5EPN Radio
Black Women Watch...
In Search of Sauce