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Legendary Memphis rapper Tela sits down for a powerful, unfiltered conversation about his roots, rise, and resilience in the music industry. Born and raised in Memphis, Tela opens up about his upbringing in one of hip-hop’s most influential cities and how the streets, the culture, and Southern grit shaped his sound and mindset.

In this exclusive interview, Tela reflects on his journey to rap stardom, breaking into the game with independent powerhouse Suave House Records, a label that helped define Southern hip-hop in the 1990s. He then details his high-profile move to Rap-A-Lot Records, explaining the business decisions, challenges, and lessons learned while navigating the industry at a high level.

Tela also shares behind-the-scenes stories of collaborating with hip-hop legends like Scarface, 8Ball & MJG, Jazzy Pha, and rap mogul J Prince. From studio sessions to label politics, Tela breaks down what it really took to survive—and thrive—during the golden era of Southern rap.

This is a must-watch story of independence, loyalty, and legacy, offering rare insight into Memphis hip-hop history, the rise of Southern rap, and the mindset of an artist who helped pave the way for generations to come.


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Sit down with Big Court as he delivers a unique brand of unfiltered content joined by some of the biggest names in entertainment/sports to share their journey and discuss trending topics in the culture. Joined by his daughter Rachel Renee' and Producer Ken, Holdin Court Podcast brilliantly blends the urban experience with current topics as guests document their life experiences and rise to fame.

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