Welcome back to Family Ties. Back in 2018 we introduced this series by celebrating the 25th anniversary of Crazy Hood Productions. There we captured their story, of how the crew originated and how they evolved. Today, we celebrate the crews 30th anniversary. In these past 5 years the crew has gained massive success, by becoming award winners, partnering with hip-hop's elite, and championing the world of podcasting. On October 20th, 2023 Crazy Hood Productions were honored with their proclamation day and the key to the city of Kendall. October 20th will now and forever be "Crazy Hood Productions Day". With all that success, loyalty and respect still hold true within the crew, as they continue to evolve as professionals and friends. 30 years of friendship that continues to evolve! Always authentic, always crazy. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/familyties/support

In Today’s episode we continue the Crazy Hood story with founder and C.E.O - DJ EFN. Listen close as he shares his story from the early Crazy Hood days to Drink Champs. From the pirate radio waves, to the Coming Home Films. Here’s the Season 1 Finale of Family Ties “A Crazy Hood Story”  Always authentic, always CRAZY. "Family Ties Podcast" is a Crazy Hood Productions. This Episode is produced by DJ EFN and JAE HAVANA. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Family Ties Podcast - "A Playlist Inspired By Season 1: A Crazy Hood Story" Listen Here: Spotify     Apple Podcast   ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Theme Music: "South-West" is by DJ EFN (feat, MC Eiht, Blu and Kam) with production by The Guild. "South-West" is from the album "Another Time" by DJ EFN Music From Crazy Hood Productions:  https://crazyhoodproductions.bandcamp.com/music ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Official Crazy Hood Website: www.CrazyHood.com Drink Champs: www.DrinkChamps.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/familyties/support

Today’s episode is about Crazy Hood founder and C.E.O - DJ EFN.  Widely acknowledged as “Miami’s Mixtape King” - EFN is also a marketing and branding consultant, film maker and co-creator and co-host of the Drink Champs podcast. Listen close as he shares his story.  Always authentic, always CRAZY. "Family Ties Podcast" is a Crazy Hood Productions. This Episode is produced by DJ EFN and JAE HAVANA. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Family Ties Podcast - "A Playlist Inspired By Season 1: A Crazy Hood Story" Listen Here: Spotify     Apple Podcast   ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Theme Music: "South-West" is by DJ EFN (feat, MC Eiht, Blu and Kam) with production by The Guild. "South-West" is from the album "Another Time" by DJ EFN Music From Crazy Hood Productions:  https://crazyhoodproductions.bandcamp.com/music ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Official Crazy Hood Website: www.CrazyHood.com Drink Champs: www.DrinkChamps.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/familyties/support

Today’s episode is about Crazy Hood member - N.O.R.E. is a multiplatinum recording artist who first rose to prominence as one half of the hip hop duo Capone-N-Noreaga (C-N-N), NORE also found success as a solo artist with hit records such as “Superthug“, “Banned from T.V.“, “Nothin’“, “Oye Mi Canto” & “UNO MAS”, He’s the CEO of Militainment Business, Host of his food show ON THE RUN EATIN’ & co-host of the Drink Champs Podcast. Listen close as he shares his story.  Always authentic, always CRAZY. "Family Ties Podcast" is a Crazy Hood Productions. This Episode is produced by DJ EFN and JAE HAVANA. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Family Ties Podcast - "A Playlist Inspired By Season 1: A Crazy Hood Story" Listen Here: Spotify   Apple Podcast ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Theme Music: "South-West" is by DJ EFN (feat, MC Eiht, Blu and Kam) with production by The Guild. "South-West" is from the album "Another Time" by DJ EFN Music From Crazy Hood Productions:  https://crazyhoodproductions.bandcamp.com/music ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Official Crazy Hood Website: www.CrazyHood.com Drink Champs: www.DrinkChamps.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/familyties/support

In today’s episode you’ll hear from more members from our extended Crazy Hood family and friends.  Today you'll hear from Pitbull and stories from MURS, UB The Underboss , Gil Green and an original Crazy Hood member, Donuts.  We’ll also hear stories from Kether, Bernz from MAYDAY, Fly Guy, Danay Suarez and Kardinal Offishall.  Although we didn’t get to speak to our entire extended Crazy Hood family we’re thankful for the people we did. You all mean a lot to us and we’re thankful to have you all as part of our Family Ties.  Always authentic, always CRAZY. "Family Ties Podcast" is a Crazy Hood Productions. This Episode is produced by DJ EFN and JAE HAVANA. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Family Ties Podcast - "A Playlist Inspired By Season 1: A Crazy Hood Story" Listen Here: Spotify     Apple Podcast   ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Theme Music: "South-West" is by DJ EFN (feat, MC Eiht, Blu and Kam) with production by The Guild. "South-West" is from the album "Another Time" by DJ EFN Music From Crazy Hood Productions:  https://crazyhoodproductions.bandcamp.com/music ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Official Crazy Hood Website: www.CrazyHood.com Drink Champs: www.DrinkChamps.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/familyties/support

In today’s episode we talk to our extended Crazy Hood family.  You’ll hear stories from Ras Kass, Big Teach & Wrekonize. You’ll hear Monie Love speak about her first recording session with DJ EFN and stories from Capone when he came home and Crazy Hood accepted him with open arms.   We’ll spend some time reflecting on the past but showing love and admiration to the Hoods with stories from Phil The Mayor & Skam2?.  We’ll also share moments with Hazardis Soundz & Deejay KNS and stories from David Banner and a familiar name you’ve heard quite often on Family Ties… Nick Fury.  All of these stories were shared from a place of love & support of Crazy Hood Productions. Over the past 25 years our goal was to represent hip hop in it’s truest form and while doing so we’ve built friendships that will last a life time.   Our first conversation starts with an artist you might know from the group ¡MAYDAY!, he’s a close friend of ours, here’s my conversation with Wrekonize.  Always authentic, always CRAZY. "Family Ties Podcast" is a Crazy Hood Productions. This Episode is produced by DJ EFN and JAE HAVANA. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Family Ties Podcast - "A Playlist Inspired By Season 1: A Crazy Hood Story" Listen Here: Spotify       Apple Podcast     ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Theme Music: "South-West" is by DJ EFN (feat, MC Eiht, Blu and Kam) with production by The Guild. "South-West" is from the album "Another Time" by DJ EFN Music From Crazy Hood Productions:  https://crazyhoodproductions.bandcamp.com/music ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Official Crazy Hood Website: www.CrazyHood.com Drink Champs: www.DrinkChamps.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/familyties/support

Today’s episode is about Crazy Hood member, Garcia. His work ethic and passion for hip hop earned him a spot on the crew as an MC. After developing his craft he eventually released 5 solo albums gaining international success.  Years later he is now one of the most sought out Directors in the entertainment business.  Listen close as he shares his story.   Always authentic, always CRAZY. "Family Ties Podcast" is a Crazy Hood Productions. This Episode is produced by DJ EFN and JAE HAVANA. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Family Ties Podcast - "A Playlist Inspired By Season 1: A Crazy Hood Story" Listen Here: Spotify         Apple Podcast       ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Theme Music: "South-West" is by DJ EFN (feat, MC Eiht, Blu and Kam) with production by The Guild. "South-West" is from the album "Another Time" by DJ EFN Music From Crazy Hood Productions:  https://crazyhoodproductions.bandcamp.com/music ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Official Crazy Hood Website: www.CrazyHood.com Drink Champs: www.DrinkChamps.com  ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Music From GARCIA "Anti-Social" - https://crazyhoodproductions.bandcamp.com/album/anti-social Music From GARCIA "Life Unscripted" - https://crazyhoodproductions.bandcamp.com/album/life-unscripted Music From GARCIA "Shattered Dreams" - https://crazyhoodproductions.bandcamp.com/album/shattered-dreams  Music From GARCIA "Rage Against The Scene" - https://crazyhoodproductions.bandcamp.com/album/rage-against-the-scene Music From GARCIA "Off The Beaten Path" EP - https://crazyhoodproductions.bandcamp.com/album/off-the-beaten-path-ep GARCIA'S VISION website: https://www.garciasvision.com/ Kodak Black "Tunnel Vision" OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/familyties/support

Today’s episode is about Crazy Hood member Boris aka BeatsNdaHood – Originally from Peru, Boris moved to Kendall at a very young age. The youngest member of the CHP, Boris went from being an intern to a Grammy nominated Producer. From Hip Hop to Latin Music, he’s worked with some of the most respect artist in the game.  As the future of Crazy Hood Productions, he continues to evolve. Listen close as he shares his story.   Always authentic, always CRAZY. "Family Ties Podcast" is a Crazy Hood Productions. This Episode is produced by DJ EFN and JAE HAVANA. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Family Ties Podcast - "A Playlist Inspired By Season 1: A Crazy Hood Story" Listen Here: Spotify           Apple Podcast         ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Theme Music: "South-West" is by DJ EFN (feat, MC Eiht, Blu and Kam) with production by The Guild. "South-West" is from the album "Another Time" by DJ EFN Music From Crazy Hood Productions:  https://crazyhoodproductions.bandcamp.com/music ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Official Crazy Hood Website: www.CrazyHood.com Drink Champs: www.DrinkChamps.com ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Music From GARCIA "Off The Beaten Path" (EP) - https://crazyhoodproductions.bandcamp.com/album/off-the-beaten-path-ep  Music From HECKLER "Life & Entertainment" - https://crazyhoodproductions.bandcamp.com/album/life-entertainment  Music From N.O.R.E. "NOREASTER" - https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/noreaster/854827294 Music From Nando Chang "ORO" - https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/oro-single/1356371932 Music From EL B "Por Los Buenos Tiempos" - https://itunes.apple.com/mx/album/por-los-buenos-tiempos-single/1100459984 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/familyties/support

Today’s episode is about Crazy Hood member Charlie – Originally from Miami, he grew up soaking in a variety of music from all genres including the Miami Music Scene.  A Military Vet he introduced delegation to Crazy Hood and was heavily involved in the Crazy Hood Gear.  Listen close as he shares his story. Always authentic, always CRAZY. "Family Ties Podcast" is a Crazy Hood Productions. This Episode is produced by DJ EFN and JAE HAVANA. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Family Ties Podcast - "A Playlist Inspired By Season 1: A Crazy Hood Story" Listen Here: Spotify             Apple Podcast           ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Theme Music: "South-West" is by DJ EFN (feat, MC Eiht, Blu and Kam) with production by The Guild. "South-West" is from the album "Another Time" by DJ EFN Music From Crazy Hood Productions:  https://crazyhoodproductions.bandcamp.com/music ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Official Crazy Hood Website: www.CrazyHood.com Drink Champs: www.DrinkChamps.com ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Music From DJ EFN "Diggin' In The Tapes" (Deluxe Edition) - https://crazyhoodproductions.bandcamp.com/album/diggin-in-the-tapes-deluxe-edition --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/familyties/support

Today’s episode is about Crazy Hood member Rich aka Dro – From Boston he grew up admiring his Uncle Pete, who he looked as more of a father figure. His uncle taught him everything but when he moved to Miami, Dro felt out of place. It was the friendship with his Crazy Hood family that made him feel at home. Listen close as he shares his story.   Always authentic, always CRAZY. "Family Ties Podcast" is a Crazy Hood Productions. This Episode is produced by DJ EFN and JAE HAVANA. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Family Ties Podcast - "A Playlist Inspired By Season 1: A Crazy Hood Story" Listen Here: Spotify               Apple Podcast             ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Theme Music: "South-West" is by DJ EFN (feat, MC Eiht, Blu and Kam) with production by The Guild. "South-West" is from the album "Another Time" by DJ EFN Music From Crazy Hood Productions:  https://crazyhoodproductions.bandcamp.com/music ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Official Crazy Hood Website: www.CrazyHood.com Drink Champs: www.DrinkChamps.com ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Music From DA ALL (Aka Da Alliance) "Who's Crazy?" - https://crazyhoodproductions.bandcamp.com/album/whos-crazy  Music From Heckler "Life & Entertainment" - https://crazyhoodproductions.bandcamp.com/album/life-entertainment  Music From Garcia "Anti-Social" - https://crazyhoodproductions.bandcamp.com/album/anti-social --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/familyties/support