The Underground Lounge

Detroit rapper Skilla Baby joins Holly and Spank for a wide-ranging conversation on Underground Lounge After Hours.Skilla Baby opens up about his evolution as an artist, his upcoming studio album, and why he wanted the project to feel nostalgic while bringing more vulnerability, life experiences, and raw emotion into his music.The conversation also goes beyond music. Skilla Baby discusses his transition into acting, working with 50 Cent, and how acting opportunities came after spending time in acting classes. He shares his perspective on creativity, making music across different genres, and why inspiration doesn't necessarily...

Corey Holcomb pulled up to The Underground Lounge, and as expected, the conversation went completely off the rails.Lou and Spank sit down with the legendary comedian for an unfiltered conversation about comedy, relationships, divorce, Chicago, and what it takes to survive in the entertainment business. Corey talks about growing up in the Chicago comedy scene alongside Deon Cole, getting love from Bernie Mac, his journey from the underground to Hollywood, and the moment he realized his career was really taking off.Corey also opens up about his 17-year marriage and divorce, life as a...

Spank, Lou and Holly are joined by Blair for another episode of After Hours.The crew starts off talking about fashion and whether spending more money on your wardrobe actually changes the way people see you. They debate wearing the same outfits more than once, personal style and how much image really matters when you're on stage or in the public eye.Favorite vacation destinations and why the water and nightlife can make certain places impossible to forget as the crew compares their favorite places to travel, party and escape. They even get into why...

Comedian Lance Woods pulls up to the Underground Lounge for a hilarious conversation that goes far beyond stand-up. From breaking into comedy and landing his Hulu special to becoming one of the most recognizable voices around the Sacramento Kings, Lance shares the moments that helped shape his career and why consistency always beats chasing overnight success.The crew dives into the state of comedy today, viral culture, crowd work versus written material, social media's impact on stand-up, auditioning in Hollywood, and why comedians have to keep creating no matter how many doors get slammed in their faces...

R&B icon, entrepreneur, and Pretty Ricky member Spectacular pulls up to The Underground Lounge for one of his most insightful conversations yet.Spectacular opens up about the viral Southwest Airlines incident that had everyone talking, breaks down exactly what happened, and shares why remaining calm changed everything. From there, the conversation dives into his journey from multi-platinum recording artist to successful tech entrepreneur, how he built multiple businesses outside of music, and the mindset that helped him transition from entertainment into entrepreneurship.The crew also gets into life with Pretty Ricky, stories from the...

Van Lathan returns to The Underground Lounge for one of the most thought-provoking conversations we've ever had.The crew dives into whether criticism of influential Black figures is accountability or hate, debates the legacy of Colin Kaepernick and the NFL, examines George Washington's history with slavery, and explores how social media shapes public opinion. Along the way, they challenge each other's perspectives, share personal experiences, and prove that meaningful dialogue doesn't require everyone to agree.The crew also keeps things true to Underground Lounge fashion with another wild "Fuck It Bucket" question, hilarious stories, unexpected...

After a few weeks away, Lou reunites with Spank and Holly for another episode of Underground Lounge After Hours, and the chemistry picks up right where it left off. The crew catches up, jokes about Lou disappearing, and officially settles into the new Underground Lounge home before jumping into another unfiltered conversation.This episode is packed with laughs and great debates as they break down Jay-Z's legendary concert run, the viral lines outside the venue, celebrity access, and why Reasonable Doubt and The Blueprint still spark debates among hip-hop fans. They also talk about surprise guest appearances...

Former NBA star, NCAA Champion, and Gil's Arena co-host Rashad McCants pulls up to The Underground Lounge for one of his most honest and unfiltered conversations yet.Rashad opens up about the highs and lows of his basketball journey, dealing with the pressure of expectations, the injuries that changed the trajectory of his NBA career, and the accountability it took to find peace after the game. He also shares what led him into sports media, why former players are changing the basketball conversation, and how Gil's Arena became one of the biggest sports shows in the game.<...

Holly and Spank are joined by Holly's friend Blair Pena for one of the wildest and most unfiltered episodes of The Underground Lounge: After Hours. Nothing is off limits as the conversation dives into modern dating, relationship red flags, hookup culture, group trips, social media assumptions, toxic friendships, privacy in relationships, and the outrageous stories that come with navigating today's dating scene.From hilarious confessions and awkward bedroom moments to honest conversations about trust, boundaries, and the misconceptions people make based on appearances, the chemistry between Holly, Spank, and Blair keeps the laughs coming while tackling real-life...

Radio personality and The Broken Play co-host JoJo Alonso pulls up to The Underground Lounge for an episode packed with hilarious stories, real conversations, and the kind of chemistry that makes you feel like you're hanging out with friends.JoJo sits down with Lou Williams and Spank Horton to talk about her journey from Memphis to Atlanta, betting on herself to build a career in radio, working bottle service while chasing her dream, and how she carved out a lane in media through consistency and personality.From there, the episode goes everywhere, in the best...

After Hours Is Back, where the conversations are unfiltered, the opinions are unapologetic, and absolutely nothing is off limits.This episode features rapper, podcaster, and cultural commentator Jaewon, joining Holly and Spank for a hilarious and unpredictable conversation that goes everywhere. From debating whether New York or Los Angeles has the better food scene to discussing nightlife culture, livestreaming in public, social media trolls, and the realities of internet fame, Jaewon brings his signature humor and authenticity to the lounge.The crew dives deep into topics surrounding culture, family history, ancestry, regional differences, and how...

Comedian, actor, and Emmy Award-winning writer Ron G joins Lou Williams and Spank Horton for a conversation packed with laughs, life lessons, and unforgettable stories. From college dorm life and fraternity culture to football, comedy, and navigating the entertainment industry, the crew covers it all with the signature chemistry and humor that make The Underground Lounge what it is.Ron opens up about his journey from graduating with a business degree and landing a corporate job to getting fired, discovering stand-up comedy in Atlanta, and finding the confidence to pursue his true calling. He shares stories from...

Actor, producer, and fan-favorite star Woody McClain joins The Underground Lounge for an unforgettable conversation about the journey from viral internet sensation to one of Hollywood's most recognizable faces.Woody reflects on the early days of creating comedy skits online, touring as a dancer, and betting on himself before landing the role of Bobby Brown in The New Edition Story and The Bobby Brown Story. He also shares how stepping into the role of Kane on Power Book II: Ghost helped him break free from being typecast and introduced audiences to a completely different side of his...

Season 4 continues with another unfiltered conversation as Lou Williams, Spank Horton, and Holly get into everything from summer plans and dating expectations to nightlife adventures, cooking disasters, and the realities of getting older in the social scene.The crew debates the difference between a boat and a yacht (and why expectations matter), breaks down the art of wordplay in dating, and shares hilarious stories about relationships, flirting, and the little lies people tell. Lou and Spank also recap a recent night out in Los Angeles, including club politics, celebrity treatment, and why Lou says he's become a "...

After a much-needed hiatus, Lou Williams, Spank Horton, and Holly reunite to kick off Season 4 from their brand-new studio and finally answer the question everyone has been asking: Where have y’all been?The crew discusses why stepping away was necessary, how the break helped them avoid burnout, and what they've been building behind the scenes during the show's biggest transition yet. From a new location and expanded production plans to the continued growth of the Underground Lounge brand, they share what’s ahead for this next chapter.The laughs keep coming as they recap thei...

The Underground Lounge hits a major milestone with its 100th episode, and this one is nothing short of legendary.Pulling up as a friend, not a superstar, Kevin Hart joins the room for a real, unfiltered conversation about the journey, from the grind of “Lil Kev the Bastard” to becoming a global force in comedy and entertainment. This episode is packed with stories you don’t usually hear: the early days of passing out flyers at malls, MySpace promo hustles, buddy pass flights, cheap hotels, and building a career from the ground up with nothing but belief and a...

In this episode, the guys sit down with 2 Chainz for a conversation that goes way beyond music. With the release of his new book "The Voice in My Head Is God", he opens up about the real-life experiences that shaped his journey, from early decisions and close calls to the moments that forced him to think differently and move with more intention.What starts as a conversation about the book quickly turns into a deeper dive into growth, mindset, and the realities of evolving in front of the world. He shares stories from different stages of his...

This week in the Lounge, the guys tap in with music executive and LVRN co-founder Justice Baiden for a conversation that goes way beyond the music industry.From his early days making mixtapes and realizing he had an ear for talent, to building one of the most influential creative collectives in the game, Justice breaks down what it really takes to turn passion into a career.The episode is full of real stories that show how unpredictable the journey can be. Justice talks about taking bold risks, including booking last-minute international flights just to chase...

In this episode, Domani pulls up to the Underground Lounge and proves real quick why he’s carved his own lane.From growing up around fame to intentionally stepping away from it, he breaks down why he chose to bet on himself instead of taking the easy route, and how that decision shaped his sound, his work ethic, and his identity as an artist. He opens up about discovering music at a young age, finding his creative voice through consistency, and why writing still matters to him.The conversation gets deeper as he talks about fa...

In this episode of the Underground Lounge, the crew sits down with Big Boss Vette for a conversation that blends wild humor with real-life depth. The episode kicks off with jokes, off-the-cuff stories, and hilarious takes on everything from nights out to relationships, keeping the energy loose and entertaining from the start.But the tone shifts as Vette opens up about her battle with stage four sinus cancer—a rare and aggressive diagnosis that had already spread by the time doctors caught it. What began as what seemed like normal sinus issues turned into a life-threatening situation, wi...