Talking Top Tier

Tone Da Boss hosts Talking Top Tier with author, writer, and publisher Deon Harris, who wrote his first book Dog Food while serving a 30-year prison sentence and has been home since 2017. They dive into his journey from heroin addiction to successful businessman, releasing five books, building his brand, and selling nonstop after launching his website with T1 Entertainment.#TalkingTopTier #ToneDaBoss #DeonHarris #AuthorInterview #FromPrisonToPurpose #RedemptionStory #EntrepreneurMindset #BookTalk #IndependentAuthors #IowaCreatives #SecondChances

In this episode of Talking Top Tier, Tone Da Boss sits with Prince Ace — Dubuque’s own artist, producer, engineer, and head of Glass House Studios, 2025 Iowa Music Award Studio of the Year — as he breaks down his transition from the Chicago scene to building his legacy in Iowa, shares his goals and journey so far, and dives into his top 5 anime and top 5 wrestlers while keeping it real and insightful. #TalkingTopTier #PrinceAce #GlassHouseStudios #IowaMusicAward #HipHopCulture #ProducerLife #AnimeTalk #WrestlingFavesListen and connect with Prince Ace across platforms:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/prince_ace_music/ instagram.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealPrinceAce/ facebook.comSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/42kuB29rChbh3yNEQ7wl0q SpotifyApple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/prince-ace/1182673348 Tone Da BossInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/djtonedabossSpotify - https://open.spotify.com/artist/0INF89wwzGt2GtRrUKrhii?_authfailed=1Apple Music - https://music.apple.com/us/artist/tone-da-boss/318112377Talkin Top Tier Podcast Available on all Podcast Streaming Platforms- https://pods.link/toptier

This episode of Talkin’ Top Tier is straight pressure 🔥—we sit down with Draft Pick, the Album of the Year winner, breaking down The Prestige, from the creative grind and heavyweight features to his influences, faith, and family roots 🙏🏽🎶. He talks what’s next with The B Sides, runs through his Top 5 melodic hip-hop artists, and drops gems on what it really means to rep Team Iowa and elevate Iowa Excellence to a national level!Watch The Prestige album review by Tone Da Boss - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZjEtgdo2jVcDraft Pick Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/draftpickie0Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/artist/0p06COobpVRS2JyrobWURTApple Music - https://music.apple.com/us/artist/draft-pick/292279884Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVWTaXESaE8QcxxyEQ22MHATone Da BossInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/djtonedabossSpotify - https://open.spotify.com/artist/0INF89wwzGt2GtRrUKrhii?_authfailed=1Apple Music - https://music.apple.com/us/artist/tone-da-boss/318112377#HipHop #Rap #NewMusic #HipHopCulture #IndependentArtist #MidwestHipHop #IowaMusic #IowaHipHop #TeamIowaTalkin Top Tier Podcast Available on all Podcast Streaming Platforms- https://pods.link/toptier

From backyard workouts with old tires to two thriving locations and hundreds of members… Amanda Rae Campbell’s journey with Tire Trained is pure determination and vision.On this special episode, we celebrate her birthday 🥳 and 7 years in business 💪 while putting her through a fun “This or That” lightning round covering business, lifestyle, and pop culture.Hear how she built a fitness community from the ground up, stayed true to her purpose, and kept pushing through challenges to become one of Cedar Rapids’ most inspiring entrepreneurs.

On this episode of Talkin top Tier we are introduced to new up and coming latin artist BabyMexico210. He met Tone Da Boss on the Road 2 Summer Jam 2024 Tour and was nominated for Latin Artist of the Year at the 3rd Annual Iowa Music Awards.

Performer of the year and nominee for Rnb Artist of the year SizB sits down with Tone Da Boss and talks Top Tier

On this episode of Talkin' Top Tier, we chop it up with the one and only DJ Luke Nasty, diving into his musical journey from North Carolina to Houston. We get the inside scoop on his legendary remix of Anderson .Paak's "Might Be", including the wild story of Anderson hitting him up with some heat over it. 💥 We talk about whether he's ever been to a Diddy Party (👀👀) and what it's like navigating the industry with his brother by his side. As we gear up for the 6th Annual T1 Anniversary Party, we vibe out about what to expect from his performance and reflect on the movement that’s keeping Iowa on the map. This episode is full of laughs, real talk, and behind-the-scenes stories you won’t hear anywhere else. Tap in — it's Top Tier! 🔥🎧

On this episode of Talkin Top Tier we bring on the Blues Legend Kevin Burt! Kevin was born in Waterloo Iowa. Last two albums made top 3 on the billboard charts. This year he will be receiving the Lifetime Achievement Award at the Iowa Music Awards in Cedar Falls.

On this Episode Tone Da Boss talks with 2023 RnB Artist of the year and now Grammy voting committee member Entre Luche! Entre and Tone has worked together for years on shows, traveling and various other projects. And soon music will be dropping! Listen to Entres journey from music, basketball, to being the brand that he is now.

Zeek the Rapper one of the Iowa Summer Jam headliners stopped in and did his first ever interview with Talkin Top Tier!

On this episode of Talkin Top Tier we bring in guest ChiSongWriter. This episode was recorded November 2022 and in a year Tone and Chi have collaborated on songs, tours, and events. Watch how it all goes down from the beginning. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/t1ent/message

Award winning, TV star and native american Hip Hop Artist from Mason City, Iowa. Sten Joddi who won video of the year, at last years Iowa Music Awards and performed at Iowa Summer Jam talks about his life, growing up native, getting on the show Reservore Dogs, and now playing a bigger role for the Iowa Music Awards. This extended episode gives you a bit of everything and takes you on a rollercoaster of emotions, education, and fun! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/t1ent/message

Get ready for an inspiring episode of Talking Top Tier with your host, Tone Da Boss! In this episode, Tone sits down with the extraordinary Deandre "Sip The Kid" Smith, a talented actor hailing from Waterloo, who has transformed life's hardships into remarkable successes. Sip The Kid has graced the stage of Jay Leno, collaborated with icons like Kanye West and Kim Kardashian, and much more. Join them as they delve into Sip The Kid's journey from tragedy to triumph. As the conversation flows, Tone and Sip The Kid also share their personal top five black actors, celebrating the incredible talent that has shaped the industry. Tune in for an engaging and enlightening discussion that highlights resilience, achievement, and the power of representation in the entertainment world. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/t1ent/message

Step into the vibrant world of Iowa's creative scene with "Talking Top Tier," the podcast that shines a spotlight on the talents, sounds, and businesses that make the Hawkeye State shine. Hosted by Tone Da Boss, the CEO of T1 Entertainment, each episode takes you on a journey through the dynamic tapestry of musicians and small businesses that call Iowa home. In this captivating episode, Tone Da Boss sits down with Bre, the visionary founder of T.R.A.P. clothing line. Short for True Reality About People, Bre's fashion line emerged during the challenging year of 2020, a testament to her determination and creativity. Join the conversation as laughter flows, glasses clink, and insights abound. The duo delves into the hustle of entrepreneurship, the impact of community, and the intricacies of running a business during unprecedented times. As a special treat, both Tone and Bre unveil their Top 5 fashion lines, offering listeners a glimpse into their personal style preferences and influences. From the hottest trends to timeless classics, their selections showcase the breadth of fashion's reach. "Talking Top Tier with Tone Da Boss" celebrates the stories of those who dare to dream and elevate Iowa's cultural landscape. Tune in to discover the essence of resilience, the rhythm of creativity, and the magic that emerges when passionate individuals come together. Whether you're a music enthusiast, a business aficionado, or someone who appreciates the beauty of human expression, this podcast promises an enriching experience that resonates with the heartbeat of the Heartland. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/t1ent/message

On this very fun episode of Talking Top Tier famous youtubers and Iowa Summer Jam Special Guests Performers Nate a.k.a. Nasty and Grace Louessa talk, laugh, and educate the world on what life is like being Tik Tok Famous. How they met, consistancy, people coming up to the mall. Chairs get broken, it was crazy. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/t1ent/message

On this special episode of Talkin Top Tier we have two guests, the owners of Soundbox Studio Richard Shultz and Jon Limmer. We shot this episode November 2022 recapping the Iowa Music Awards, our Top 5 moments in the studio, the old Big Bang vs OTT rivalry, the T1 partnership and more. Tune in for this very important, and fun episode fo Talking Top Tier --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/t1ent/message

On this episode of Talkin Top Tier Dj VerbaTim enters the fray. He talks about his upbringing, him coming up in a large family, his beginning in the dj world, and then starting his own business. It is a worldwind of emotions and a whole lot of fun during the show. This is our longest episode and when you hear it you'll understand why.  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/t1ent/message

Tone Da Boss gets Dj VerbaTim in for a podcast where we talk about everything. From the Dj Business, to being mistaken by his race, to being raised with an abundance of siblings. This episode is one of the deepest most personal episodes we have on Talking Top Tier and is the perfect finale for season 2 part 1. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/t1ent/message

On this episode Tone Da Boss sits down with the genius behind "The Studio" in Waterloo. Once artist, now critically acclaimed producer, engineer, and videographer. LyriKAL TMG has been doing his thang on the Waterloo scene. Find out how to tap in with him and what he has coming up. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/t1ent/message

On this episode we sit down with Bo James and talk about what it takes to turn this Iowa Music Scene into the Iowa Music Industry. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/t1ent/message