Buss It Down
A bold, unfiltered podcast spotlighting music, culture, and raw talent from emerging artists and creatives. Join us for engaging conversations, honest reviews, and unique perspectives that push the boundaries of creativity and entertainment.
Episodes
In Episode 10 of Buss It Down, we tapped in with one of San Diego’s most respected media voices—Hendo Unplugged.
This episode goes beyond the typical interview. Hendo breaks down his full journey—from filming MMA fights and working with Monster Energy, to building media platforms, hosting viral interviews, and creating spaces for real conversations.
We covered:
- His background behind the camera and how that sparked hi...
In this explosive Buss It Down episode, Jessica West steps into the studio for an unforgettable conversation. We dive deep into her dynamic role managing reality TV star and rising music artist Bonnie Lashay, uncovering the behind-the-scenes drama of the hectic entertainment industry, including insights on early tie-ins with rap star Blueface and his turbulent relationship with Chrisean Rock.
Switching gears, we break ...
In this episode of the Buss It Down Podcast, East San Diego’s own Don Elway pulled up and gave us a full look at the man behind the music.
From sharing the meaning behind his name and where it came from, to reflecting on life-changing losses like the passing of his big brother, Don Elway opened up in a way we rarely see. We also dug into the classic film Boys N the Hood, a movie he personally chose to break down—and tr...
In Episode 7 of the Buss It Down Podcast, ItsDC4 and ATM Bezzal sit down with Oceanside’s own YT West for a wide-ranging, high-energy convo that dives into music, identity, and viral culture. Oceanside isn’t always included in the San Diego music conversation—and YT West opens up about what that feels like, how he’s navigating it, and what’s coming next.
We talk about:
- His creative leap from rapping to singing on hi...
🔥 Episode 6 of the Buss It Down Podcast brings the heat with an exclusive breakdown of Kendrick Lamar’s 2025 Super Bowl Halftime Show. Hosted by ItsDC4, with special guests Hendo Unplugged—a San Diego podcasting legend—and hip hop artist/businessman Cali Smooth, this audio-only special cuts straight to the core of the culture.
🎤 What we covered in this episode:
- Honest first reactions to Kendrick’s halftime show 🏈
- ...
🚨 New Episode of the Buss It Down Podcast featuring Cali Smooth! 🚨
This episode, me (ItsDC4) and ATM Bezzal sit down with San Diego artist & business owner, Cali Smooth, for an unfiltered conversation about his journey, industry insights, and the real work behind his success.
🔥 What We Covered:
🎤 His rise in the San Diego music scene & what sets Mecca Town (Mira Mesa) apart
💥 Crazy collaborations wi...
Episode 4 of the Buss It Down Podcast gets WILD! 🎙🔥 This time, Paper Pat steps in as co-host while ATM Bezzal celebrates his birthday in Houston, and the conversation goes off the rails with guests Lady Elysian and Young Cash Mayne (YCM).
Both YCM and Lady Elysian are Issa Wave artists, and we dive deep into their journeys, transitions, and unexpected career shifts. YCM, who was approached as a videographer, is now s...
In this episode of the Buss It Down Podcast, Wrongkind CJ takes us on a journey through San Diego’s hip-hop history, breaking down the rise of Wrongkind Records and his experiences working with some of the biggest artists in the game.
Alongside co-host DJ MTK from WestCoastRadioTV, we get into:
🎤 How CJ helped build one of San Diego’s biggest music movements.
🏆 The Grammys—do they still hold weight, or are th...
In Episode 2 of the Buss It Down Podcast, ItsDC4 and ATM BEZZAL sit down with the multi-talented Paper Pat—a hip-hop artist, engineer, and host based out of San Diego. Paper Pat opens up about his journey into the music industry, sharing how he got his start, the challenges he’s faced, and his experiences organizing local performance shows that spotlight emerging talent.
This episode takes an inspiring turn as Paper Pa...
Welcome to the debut episode of the Buss It Down Podcast! In this episode, hosts ItsDC4 and ATM BEZZAL sit down with San Diego’s own AJ Beatshop, the head engineer and owner of Beatshop Productions Studios. AJ shares his inspiring journey of transformation—from nearly walking away from music to finding his true calling as an engineer and helping to craft a new sound for the industry.
We dive into AJ’s thoughts on the s...
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