Russ, Hip Hop Artist & Rapper | Hotboxin' with Mike Tyson

Independent, Atlanta-based Hip-Hop artist & Rapper, Russ sat down with Mike Tyson & co-host Sebastian Joseph-Day in the #Hotboxin studio. In this episode, the trio spoke about: Russ's remarkable journey from making music in his basement to selling out arenas, his hit song: Handsomer (remix) ft. KTYLN, developing the skill of self-belief & manifestation, transmuting sexual energy, being a polarizing figure in the HipHop industry, beefing with other rappers, engineering his music, dealing with haters, the difficulties of being an independent artist, his new song "Handsomer" remix, refusing to sign with a label, the pitfalls of the ego, and so much more.
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[@miketyson]

Thank you Russ 🙌🏽

[@turkaacid]

Thank you Mike, you've introduced him to a new audience. He deserves to be known.

[@HiGradeSolja]

Russ deserves this exposure, been a big fan for years yet over in the UK not many people know about him.

[@JoeyTapz]

Shoutout to you Tyson for bringing him on ! Let him know I’m waiting on him so we can make a certified banger 🥹🙏🏽‼️

[@IDONKNO28]

We love you Mike!!!

[@costaboyy]

Great podcast guys!!

[@d_legit9454]

Mile: The liquor, the sex, the guilt the cocaine Russ: I wasn't doing cocaine but ..

[@SugaSeanUFC]

Russ one of the best

[@seds94]

Aye shoutout

[@Enigma_408]

Waddup suga 💪💯

[@KZ_MMA_]

You should have handled the Chito loss like a man, and all the fans that are 21+ would still respect you.

[@brysontibbitts]

“Well I wasn’t doin coke but yeah” 😂😂😂

[@AJ-ek8gt]

7:20 lmao dat boa Russ gone keep sht a BUCK 💀🙅🏾‍♂️

[@StyxRiver]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@steps2uccess]

“Humans are the only species that will kill themselves for glory”- Mike Tyson.. this is a classic interview

[@ProjectSploosh]

Watching russ from close to his start to where he is today… so damn motivating. Love seeing how he thinks and I’m excited to see his future!

[@bmar_music]

Agreed. The mindset is elite 🙏🏽

[@kingbreeze972]

“Not obsessed with perfection, but obsessed with progress!” - Russ Str8 goat talk🫡💯

[@cole.alexander]

This convo has me so hyped for real. I can't believe Mike and Russ are in a room talking. All love to Russ, you inspired me to start producing music.

[@yahudi1976]

No

[@cole.alexander]

@@yahudi1976 Are you saying no to my support of these two?

[@Smegma_pirate]

What is a Russ??

[@cole.alexander]

@@Smegma_pirate Is this... troll?

[@mmuhee151]

@@cole.alexander balls?

[@Yalun]

👐🏽🥶🐲🐉extremely legendary vibes right here. people like russ make me never wanna give up and take my mom all around the world with me💪🏽🙌🏽☀️

[@joeltaveras4553]

Sounds great for quick Likes

[@yawaahla3646]

I cannot name a single Russ song. Stop it.

[@user-wb7nv9ht1g]

I understand not giving up but why never take your mom all around the world? I'm sure she did a lot for you and she'd really appreciate it

[@Yalun]

@@user-wb7nv9ht1g re read it because that’s not what i meant. stay positive dawg

[@MikeHeebz]

Word! Such an Inspiration. RUSSpect! =)

[@sashamagician]

I LOVE Russ. Discovered him from his WONDER-FULL audiobook It’s all in Your Head. Really great thinker- kind hearted, hard working etc. This podcast is a GIFT!!

[@XFader505]

I just saw Russ at red rocks. The energy he has is real. It's insane. Much love to him and his journey. #TheJourneyIsEverything

[@chasekidd97]

Red Rocks was wild! I met him! He’s so down to earth and personable!

[@SGbudz]

what up bro im an artist from denver !! check me out!

[@adriaanzeelie4119]

Mike Tyson " Go ahead and turn it up nigga" hahahaha

[@bettercallaidan]

I really enjoyed the podcast Mike!. Russ is pretty cool he’s a deep thinker. I love hearing these types of talks

[@yourfuckedd]

The Law of Success Book by Napoleon Hill Russ understands the law of vibration

[@thehighestlevels]

Never knew Mike was so versed, thanks mick for evolution into a great man

[@rocklee619]

So many good gems on this episode. Really appreciate you all for putting this together!

[@G6ism]

There is nothing more enjoyable than seeing yourself walking alone and giving your battle every day and at the end of the day sleeping soundly satisfied with what you really want and want from life. This vibe is represented by russ

[@aisforannihilation1662]

Wayne definitely comes with some clever lines. Still love "Real G's move in silence like lasagna". Killer.

[@misplacedcajun2325]

Champ is right, we do need more love - or, love is here we just need to express it - heavy. On the subject of wear and tear on your body - Mike was so fast, trained, and ready, his opponents didn't have time to hit him much because they were usually on the canvas early in the match!! You're the greatest and I love this forum!!

[@KingJulian_111]

Russ interviews always hit. I always run them back too!🔥🐐💯

[@supra95ful]

Russ is the real deal aint no fake it till you make it in that man. Im happy for his success

[@javaeofalltrades2031]

I fell in love with Russ on his Losin Control track!! True Gem 💎 💯💙

[@sethmallo1457]

Russ got straight talent!!!! An a boss. Told my friends about him when he first came out....two deep dudes right there

[@allusivestorm762]

Russ corny, dude got butthurt cause he got sweeped out the TCL

[@throneplays562]

@@allusivestorm762 I guess real gets you labeled as corny nowadays smh gtfo

[@gambred498]

He sucks he got no Talent

[@allusivestorm762]

@@throneplays562 The same dude that had his body guards jump a scrawny rapper and acted like he was a gangster for it, is real? You needa find a new role model

[@dreamtofus3457]

@@allusivestorm762 That's 1 perspective. Get a grip

[@shylohhawkins3527]

2:35 just to get past the promotions 💀😂😂

[@RRAREBEAR]

24:15 “you like mr. Watts?” Oh man. As a lifelong Alan Watts fan and as a MASSIVE Russ fan - once Russ gets into Alan Watts, it’s over ! Next level shit! That is a combination the universe isn’t ready for. LOL. Excellent interview.

[@turkaacid]

I really thought he knew who Alan Watts was... that caught me off guard😅😅

[@bmackcornbread1158]

Hotboxin' with Mike has been very therapeutic, from Mike and the awesome guests he has on the show. much love to everyone that is apart of this podcast and everyone that support it ♥️💪🏿

[@getlostvlogs4953]

"Personal Legend Alchemist shxt. I knew this was for me.." He knew his personal legend and went after it. 💯💪🏾

[@Cheick101]

Great episodes, lots of advice & good tips 👌🏾💯🔥

[@sethpino2963]

Russ is a damn legend

[@Smegma_pirate]

? Excuse you ??? Legendary like the turd I just flushed

[@richytmr]

@@Smegma_pirate Nah cuz nothing good comes from you

[@BigAndraze]

Haters gon hate. This nigga did it all alone and had done well himself. Give credit where its due. Whether u like him or not u can respect him.

[@TheRealSandman]

I discovered Russ last year and he completely changed my mindset as a musician and as a person

[@smegul1464]

Thank you so much mike tyson and the hotboxin team its much appreciated 🙏 ❤️‍🔥 .

[@ADEUM18]

Russ quickly was like naw I ain’t do no cocaine 😂😂😂

[@heribeatzprod.9470]

Woah woah woah!!!!! Not cocaine

[@ADEUM18]

@@heribeatzprod.9470 lol frrl . Den was like oh you was talking bout yourself lol …

[@heribeatzprod.9470]

@Adeum theape russ went like this took a sharp turn

[@eck4324]

This dude I used to work with nelson introduced me to russ. I liked him right away. His music is interesting, somehow different. Idk how to describe it. But I have enjoyed it and he seems like a nice guy 👍 Mike u cool man one of my favorite podcasts of all time right here fo sho.

[@kolin98]

Pleasently surprised with this interview. Russ is one of my biggest inspirations as far as music and ownership 🙌

[@thashag4920]

Loved this as a fan of Russ and Mike. This interview was definitely something i needed.

[@gotachilegendaryssj38]

I’m soo excited to see this! I know it’s going to be enlightening

[@briancannon1106]

"c'mon turn it up nigga" mike is hilarious

[@circuscharlie9858]

He told Wack100 "sing nigga" 😂😂😂

[@nvs2583]

I loved that as a man he mentioned controlling his sexual urges. It’s really important and I don’t think many men talk about it or understand it. Glad he’s awake to that. Makes me love him more 🤍

[@makeway4thebadguy]

Thanks Mike for another Legendary interview

[@My2cents.]

One doesn’t experience self transcendence, the illusion of self only dissipates. . 🎈

[@ontheroadwithjames954]

Ayeee

[@Twobrothersonevideo]

Another good one. Shout out Russ for taking time to open up. Mad respect!

[@jy5469]

Listened to Russ for years. Super grateful for this one!

[@yemidifineboy]

Really insightful conversation. Russ is a great thinker and musician, great episode

[@unitoflove11]

Enjoyed listening to this episode👍 Timeless!😆 📶🌎💖

[@mikeewright3724]

Just saved all the audiobooks of the books russ mentions around minute 25. I now will listen to them all.

[@jmc6905]

Love the Show Champ. Never miss an episode. Also on that “Knock out”. #Tyson 💨

[@djkwemo]

7:14 haha when he said cocaine, and Russ was like "chill bro"

[@ChildRebelSoldier]

This gonna be a good one.

[@gabrielcaro9563]

The best about the manscaped ads it’s that it always feels like those high school presentations with your bro

[@HGVbreezy]

These convos help me so much

[@ordellbeats]

Wasn't expecting this oneeeee. Russ keep telling them the truth!

[@niceguyniceguy4450]

My man Mike always has some gems of wisdom to look into. 💞💕💕

[@DJOWEOfficial]

MIKE ALWAYS DROPPING THE ESSENTIAL FACTS. THANK YOU BIG BRO!

[@udopiarecords]

43:50 was a MAJOR pause, but no one in their right mind DARES to pause Mike Tyson 💀🤣

[@sawyerlocke]

Mike shaking his food before he eat it is legendary

[@shawnburge4978]

Amazing! Thanks Gents

[@kidohchi]

..I'm turning Ableton on right now- Thanks for the motivation!-

[@Tacosandwiches1997]

This was amazing, Alan Watts the late great king baby. Thank you for the wisdom Mike Tyson and Russ seriously real honest truth.

[@tenebris7285]

I been listening to this guy since day and here he is with Mike Tyson, how fucking crazy

[@aadityavig1980]

I never knew how much I needed this! GOLD

[@ericcochrane7379]

Great episode. Russ has the perfect mindset for this show 🔥

[@user-pw1jn7tb4w]

❤looking so good

[@juanpena2919]

Nah Russ snapped on Top of the World… give this man some respect

[@DieResponsibly]

Man I love your mentality Russ. Definitely not scared to give you your flowers. And Mike + Sebastian this was a dope interview 🔥🔥🔥

[@essexboy0]

Yoooooooo yesssss best collab yet !!

[@GNut_12]

Can't wait

[@Skunkh42]

I havent heard any of Russ' music but i like his mindset. I will read the books he is talking about in this podcast. Watched this pod twice.

[@JeffTheEntrepreneur]

Love this interview

[@Legenymusic]

Mike is like the devel with the wisdom of a God. He scares you with his appearance and Aura but then drops some wisdom thats deeper than the ocean

[@michellearroyo816]

I love Russ every song he has ever made is so dope and this man has no awards I hate the industry he is the best

[@glennhudson3562]

Thank you to this podcast and the vibrations and energy put out. Thank you Tyson for dropping the gems on books. I ordered epic of Gildamesh and The Prince today. Books arrive in 2 days. Thank you. “The wisdom is found in the books”. The Words.

[@TM-cl6yz]

👌

[@newkings6146]

I want to see it right now! Lol yeah this is going to be good.

[@schleepyk7899]

This is a fire collab!

[@arslanrozyjumayev8484]

One of the best episodes .

[@yourefuckinnuts]

Mike Tyson will always be the baddest man on the planet for an entire generation. Minus the haters that always show up

[@RaiRaiBrown]

I love these shows!

[@kgotsofalangmaganya3213]

Mike is flippin well informed!

[@slimboyfg]

legendary 🔥🔥🔥

[@DAREBAL]

A whole lot of knowledge ❤

[@PainNGrowth]

I stumbled upon his book in Marine corp boot camp it’s really inspiring

[@jaysully66]

Sooo much knowledge! Definitely feel like one of the best sparring partners when it comes to the music but I had to start off as a self taught trainer/trainee for the first year or two🥊🙏 Evolving and looking out for that spot💎

[@AlexRodriguez-kp6cm]

That’s crazy I been bumpin Russ last couple of days hah

[@XFader505]

*years*

[@zanemetal]

I love how Mike broke down the estimated contact of boxers vs football😄😄😄😂

[@CrazyHorse117]

Super dope! 🤘🏼🔥

[@JarisMusic]

legendary. two 🐐s

[@sadychanel23235]

Russ 💡💎 so excited to see what’s next!

[@David-pf6vo]

Good interview

[@StrokerBoob]

LEGENDARY

[@misguidedpearls7456]

Mike n Russ.....best day ever😁😁😁😎

[@sethwittrup9688]

Can’t wait for his show in Minnesota next week!

[@KennytheCandyMan]

"Well I wasn't doing cocaine " lmfao 😂

[@MichaelJames707]

Bless 🙌

[@mr.hollywood3225]

Ty you guys,I know who russ is.doesnt matter if you all in comment section ever heard of him,all you should be taking in from interview is to try to be and live more like him each day,cause it's all positive and good vibes.may God bless.

[@Billyonaire__]

46:18 gold gold

[@SamuelB818]

7:18 lmao Russ was like “well I wasn’t doing no cocaine”

[@richierich2157]

Legendary 🙌🏽

[@makinmyway23488]

Dropping gems

[@will3054life]

Love it

[@jackakabugs3193]

This is legendary

[@berrybadu]

Top tier book mentions