Inside Juvenile's Career: Cash Money Records, Tiny Desk, and New Orleans Culture

Juvenile is a legendary rapper from New Orleans known for shaping the sound of Southern hip-hop and pioneering bounce music. We sit down with Juvenile to talk about reuniting with BG and Turk, the evolution of his career, and how he’s embraced live performances with a full band. He shares insights on navigating the music industry today, balancing independence with brand-building, and the realities of streaming for artists.We also dive into the importance of family, the influence of New Orleans culture on modern music, and his personal experiences mentoring rising artists. Juvenile reflects on his Mount Rushmore of rappers, the legacy of bounce music, and how staying grounded has shaped his success on and off the stage.Our show's host, David Adams, founded Elation Entertainment, a New Orleans-based multi-media entertainment company. With a solid foundation of 8 years working in the Los Angeles music scene conducting multiple music camps with Grammy Associates, Musicians, and Producers, David brings a wealth of expertise to the table. His experiences have taught him valuable lessons, encouraging him to bring the entertainment industry standards and creative spaces to New Orleans, a place he calls home. Follow Elation EntertainmentInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/elationent/Website: https://www.elationent.com