Bad For The Community
Unfiltered Commentary on the Latest News in Black Culture, Music, and More!
Four artists in the Boston music scene coming together to break down the culture, from music to politics, and giving their takes on the things that affect today’s society... for better or for worse. Rob the 508 God, alongside Saint Yves, Tomo and Nate Nics allow the audience a seat at the table as they deliver weekly commentary about the latest events, while also reliving stories from their own personal experiences.
With the occasional guest, the collective provides a platform to other up-and-coming creatives in Massachusetts, aiming to showcase the unknown talents within Boston and its nearby cities. With every episode, the hosts bring light to the positives of the community, while also making sure to expose who and what is “Bad For The Community”.
Bad For The Community
Episode 91: "Black Jesus" (feat. MARQUISE! fka OG Swaggerdick)
On this week's episode, we have the pleasure of being joined by MARQUISE, formerly known as OG Swaggerdick! Marquise played an influential part in pushing Boston's hip-hop music scene forward during the 2010s. During this conversation, Marquise retells us his comeup story, his newfound journey as a father, what ultimately inspired him to change his name from OG Swaggerdick, and more. Enjoy the episode!
Watch on YouTube for the Full Experience: https://youtu.be/mJgyWH0NnoE
Time Stamps:
0:00 - Balancing art and family/ Deadbeat dads
10:00 - Intro/ What inspired Marquise's name change and rebrand?
15:00 - The origins of "OG Swaggerdick"/ Controversy around the name
25:00 - What was the blueprint/reference for Marquise's generation?
31:00 - Marquise reacts to Caev's praise/ Pioneers of Boston hip-hop
40:00 - Marquise on the legendary Boiler Room show in 2016
47:00 - Marquise's time in LA/ Getting on The Eric Andre Show
1:01:00 - What brought Marquise back to Boston?/ Fatherhood
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