Hip hop pioneer Roxanne Shanté sits down with Jus Nik and Cool DJ Red Alert to celebrate Women’s History Month on WBLS. The Queensbridge legend opens up about stepping on the mic at just 14 years old, the origins of the Juice Crew, her battles with male MCs, and working with the late Rick James.
Shanté shares the untold story behind the Juice Crew rings, the real meaning behind hip hop beef then vs. now, and her powerful philosophy on chasing success. Plus, she announces a new tribute album from 36 Chambers, an upcoming biopic directed by Master P, and a one-night-only show at the Apollo Theater.
🔹 Topics covered:
Growing up in Queensbridge, Queens
The Juice Crew origins and the legacy of Mr. Magic
Battling male rappers and the birth of the “female MC” title
Rick James and the story behind “Loosey’s Rap”
New Juice Crew tribute album via 36 Chambers
Hip hop beef: then vs. now
Receiving a Lifetime Grammy Award
Upcoming one-woman show at the Apollo
The “Paid in Full” Foundation honor
🎙️ Hosted by Jus Nik with Cool DJ Red Alert
📻 WBLS – Women’s History Month Special