Bay Area Independent Hustle
History of the Bay Podcast Ep. 44: Gary Archer is one of the most respected names in the Bay Area music industry. In the 80s he worked with his brother DJ Jazzy Jim to revolutionize radio DJing. He managed Messy Marv during the height of his stardom, became the label manager for Mac Dre's Thizz Entertainment, and has worked with Mistah FAB since the beginning of his career. Gary shares stories about the early days of hip-hop in the Bay and gives some insight into his relentless hustle in the music game.
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Produced by DEO @deo415
Videography by King Ced @mvp_kingced
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0:00 Intro
2:08 Gary’s dad in a band with Santana
3:28 “Wild Style” & 80s hip-hop in SF
9:33 Becoming a DJ
14:19 Getting into radio
18:49 Straight Hits
24:58 MC Hammer, 2pac & Digital Underground
28:46 Becoming Mistah Fab’s manager
33:07 Working with Messy Marv, Mac Dre & Thizz
43:31 “Son Of A Pimp” album
46:34 Mac Dre’s legacy
55:08 Fab signing to Atlantic Records
1:05:57 Fab getting banned from KMEL
1:10:42 Music industry tips
1:23:22 How to tap in with Gary
1:26:55 D-Ray & Jacka Experience show
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