Spinderella

Spinderella of the pioneering group Salt & Pepa took time out her schedule to answer some questions from an Old Head.

 

 

Spin can be heard on:

 

  • WBLS 107.5 - New York, NY
  • The Backspin Mix w/ Spinderella
  • every Friday from 1-2pm (Eastern Time)
  • Listen at showtime on the WBLS website

 

  • WRCL - 93.7 - Flint, MI
  • Show airs Saturdays 8-10am (Eastern Time)
  • Listen at showtime on the 93.7 Jamz website

 

  • WMBH-AM - 1560 - Joplin, MO
  • Show airs Saturday 12pm-2pm

 

  • WZTF - 102.9 The Flow - Florence, SC
  • Show airs Saturday 10pm-12am

 

  • KXJM - Jammin 95.5 - Portland OR
  • Show airs Sundays 12pm-2pm

 

  • WSTI - 105.3 - Valdosta, GA
  • Show airs Sundays 6-8pm

 

  • WJMN - Jammin 94.5 - Boston MA
  • Show airs Sundays 8-10pm (Eastern Time

 

CHK :The first thing that  I want to ask is with "Old Skool" becoming so hot again how does it feel to still be doing something that you love after so long?

 

Spin: "Old Skool" used in the right term means experienced. Therefore, when it comes to my career, I like to put that “Spin” on it. I have roughly 20 years of experience in the Hip-Hop game. To me it is not just about the music. In today’s generation, it is the business behind the music that makes you relevant.

 

 

 

 

Chk:  With Rap being so mainstream now, do you think that more of the artists have to take a role in shinning a light on the social issues affecting this generation? 

 

Spin:     A lot of artist coming out today follow the same formula, all for the purpose of achieving fame and fortune. Unfortunately, there is a very small door and most will not succeed. Today’s consumer is sick of the same sound. We need more artists to speak to on issues we can relate too. A prime example of an artist that stayed true to his craft would be Common. I am sure he has had years of doors shut on him before his major success. A word of advice for the creative aspiring artist out there. If you love your music but you sound a little different from what you are hearing, just remain passionate to your craft despite what is on the tube or radio today. In addition, may I add, you should learn innovative ways to market yourself as a brand to build your fan base.

 

 

CHK: Salt &Pepa always walked  the line of being sexy but not trashy and addressing issues that affected women.. Was it a conscious effort on the group’s part to not just entertain but to inform?

 

Spin:   Salt n Pepa was a project masterminded by Hurby the group’s founder and producer. His blueprint was RunDMC but women. At first, we were just having fun as young girls do. Then traveling the world and meeting young girls going through the same things we were inspired us incorporate more motivating lyrics. Therefore, we grew into that role.

 

 

CHK: Salt and Pepa is looked upon of one the greatest hip-hop groups ever (not just female group but GROUP) Is one of the things that you are most proud of?

 

SPIN: I am very proud of that contribution we made but I would have to thank God for using us to deliver the message.

 

 

 

CHK: For those who want to know what is Spinderella doing now?

 

Spin:   I am dj-ing allot these days. Seems like people want to kickback with some good music and enjoy life and dance like they was at a party back in the days, and I am just the person to make that happen. I just got back from Black Enterprises' Annual Golf and Tennis Challenge in Miami.  I am now on my way to Vegas to do a VMA party for Jamie Foxx. If you want to hear my syndicated radio shows just check out THEBACKSPIN.COM. Strictly, for Hip-Hop heads who appreciate real classics.

 

 

 

 

CHK: What is the OLD SKOOL song in your opinion that you feel that in 20 years we will still be Jamming to?

 

Spin:   Man, that is a hard question, too many to chose from. There’s favorites from Tribe, Jay Z, Nas, Big, Pac.Gangstarr, Pete Rock and CL,  Brand Nubian, Eric B and Rakim, BDP, Public Enemy and Kane .Salt n Pepa.

 

 

CHK: With more and more radio stations devoting time to nothing but OLD SKOOL what do you think it is about the music that gets some many people nostalgic for it?

 

Spin:   For me, when I hear songs reflecting a certain era. It takes me back to when hip-hop was unexploited, untainted and fun. You could not get enough of it, and you could not wait to hear it.  

 

CHK:  And  lastly, many of us saw you on the Flavor Flav Roast did the TV broadcast capture how wild it really was that night?

 

Spin:   That Flavor Flav Roast was a career highlight. First of all, it was a dj's dream gig. I had to choose music reflective of the artists who hit the stage and they did not hold back on the jokes. I was dj-ing and cracking up at the same time. My stomach hurt so badly from laughing so hard. That was definitely a first.

 

 

CHK:  Thanks again Spin for taking the time to answer and OLD HEAD's question

 

 

 

Spin :   Thank you.