On this episode of “Keys ‘n D Minor,” Keyshawn and Nijzel talk about the latest albums and singles of late. Later, they talk about recent album releases: ‘It’s Dry’ by Pusha T, ‘I Never Liked You’ by Future, and ‘Come Home The Kids Miss You’ by Jack Harlow. They also talk about the latest single from Kendrick Lamar, ‘The Heart Part 5’, ahead of his long-awaited album ‘Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers.’ Music (in order of appearance) She’s Gone by Free Hip Hop Beats The Heart Part 5 by Kendrick Lamar Grindin' by Clipse WAIT FOR U by Future ft. Drake and Tems Side Piece by Jack Harlow

On this episode of Keys ‘n D Minor, State Hornet managing editor Magaly Muñoz joins the show to talk about her experience attending the first weekend of Coachella. Nijzel and Keyshawn also talk about Kendrick Lamar’s recent album announcement and interview Sacramento musician Josh Knight. Music (in order of appearance): She’s Gone by Free Hip Hop Beats Feel by Kendrick Lamar Loyalty by Kendrick Lamar ft. Rihanna Claymore by Isaiah Rashad ft. Smino Lovely by Billie Eilish ft. Khalid Killing Me by Omar Apollo A Way by Josh Knight Uncle Bens by Josh Knight Copyright Disclaimer under section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for “fair use” for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education and research.

On this episode of Keys ‘n D Minor, Keyshawn and Nijzel talk to international rapper Yung Sam about performing overseas, the differences between American rap and U.K. rap and which musicians influenced him growing up. Yung Sam also debuts new music on podcast. The episode also features discussions about the Grammys and Dreamville’s surprise project “D-Day: A Gangsta Grillz Mixtape.” Music (in order of appearance): She’s Gone by Free Hip Hop Beats Leave the Door Open by Silk Sonic (Bruno Mars and Anderson .Paak) The Weekend by Calvin Harris and SZA Wusyaname by Tyler, the Creator good 4 u by Olivia Rodrigo So Wavy by Yung Sam Die Young (unreleased) by Yung Sam Devil Wants my Soul (unreleased) by Yung Sam I’m Alive (unreleased) by Yung Sam Sacramento Proud by Yung Sam Copyright Disclaimer under section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for “fair use” for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education and research.

On this episode of “Keys ‘n D Minor”, Keyshawn and Nijzel talk to Sacramento singer Nataya Rule about her 2020 album “True Love”, her recent single “More Rounds” and what new music she has on the way. They also talk to The State Hornet’s arts and entertainment editor Marin Perego about The Weeknd and Doja Cat’s upcoming tour and exchange personal concert experiences.

Key and Nij talk about all things related to Kanye West—The release of Donda 2 and how it compares to Donda, the exclusive release of Donda 2 on the new music device the Stem Player, and the first two episodes of the new Netflix Kanye documentary “Jeen-Yuhs”. Later special guest Sacramento rapper DonKingdom talks about his early life and his music. Music (In order of appearance): She’s Gone by Free Hip Hop Beats Hurricane by Kanye West (feat. Lil Baby and The Weeknd) Praise God by Kanye West (feat. Travis Scott and Baby Keem) Through The Wire by Kanye West Porch by DonKingdom (feat. Lil Freeze) Company by DonKingdom

On the second episode of Keys ‘n D Minor, deputy podcast editor Nijzel Dotson and diversity, equity and inclusion editor Keyshawn Davis talk with Sacramento State defensive back Prince Washington about how his environment growing up and career as an athlete has impacted his musical career. The co-hosts also discuss recent singles from Nicki Minaj and Lil Baby, explain the issues with J Cole’s label, Dreamville, and speculate what artists might be dropping albums this year. Music (In order of appearance): She’s gone by Free Hip Hop Beats Bussin ft. Lil Baby by Nicki Minaj Johnny P’s Caddy ft. J Cole by Benny the Butcher Philophobia by Prince4BP Make a Play ft. DB. Boutabag by Prince4BP

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion editor Keyshawn Davis and Deputy Podcast editor Nijzel Dotson are here with their new music podcast: Keys ‘n D Minor. On the show’s first episode, the two debate the quality of The Weeknd and Gunna’s most recent projects, which both released on the same day, and then compare Roddy Ricch and Cordae’s sophomore albums Finally, they interview Sacramento musician Camilla Covington about her musical inspirations and the recording process of her 2021 EP ‘’Love Letters and Prophecies’’. Music (in order of appearance): "She’s Gone" by Free Hip Hop Beats (https://soundcloud.com/freehiphopbeats/shes-gone?si=b161263f2ec34f35ade0ba804373e216&utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing) "Jealous" by Camilla Covington "Mosquito Bites" by Camila Covington