Dame Dash Exposes The Truth About Roc-A-Fella: Talks Jay-Z, Beanie Sigel, Aaliyah, Diddy & Others. (Interview #1)
Podcast: The Art Of DialoguePublished On: Sun Jan 11 2026
Description: In this raw, unfiltered, and no-holds-barred interview, hip-hop mogul Dame Dash sits down with The Art of Dialogue to share his uncut truth about the rise, peak, and collapse of Roc-A-Fella Records — one of the most influential labels in hip-hop history.Dame takes viewers back to the early days of Roc-A-Fella, explaining how the label was built from the ground up alongside Jay-Z and Kareem “Biggs” Burke, the sacrifices made, and the vision that helped reshape the music industry. He opens up about the business dynamics, personal relationships, and internal tensions that eventually led to the breakdown of one of hip-hop’s most legendary partnerships.Throughout the conversation, Dame speaks candidly about Jay-Z, addressing long-standing rumors, loyalty, business decisions, and how power shifts changed the foundation of Roc-A-Fella. He also shares his perspective on artists connected to the label, including Beanie Sigel, and discusses how trust, allegiance, and choice played major roles in the direction artists and executives took.The interview also touches on Aaliyah, with Dame reflecting on his personal relationship with her and addressing narratives that have circulated for years within hip-hop culture. In addition, Dame gives his thoughts on Diddy and other industry figures, offering insight into the behind-the-scenes realities of fame, control, and survival in the music business.
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