Music is a Gangster Business! Podcast w/MC Harvey

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This week's guest needs no lengthy intro. We certainly had more than '21 seconds' for this interview. British rapper MC Harvey is a legend in the UK's music and entertainment scene, both in the past and present. From recording No.1 songs with So Solid Crew to delving into reality TV and currently dedicating a significant amount of time to his ambassadorship and charity work, Harvey has covered more ground than my morning jog. Welcome, Harvey!

Who is MC Harvey?
MC Harvey, born in London on May 1, 1979, rose to fame as a pivotal figure in the British entertainment scene, notably through So Solid Crew's chart-topping hits like 'Oh No (Sentimental Things)' and '21 Seconds,' which earned the group accolades at the 2002 BRIT Awards and the MOBOs. Beyond music, Harvey ventured into television, hosting Channel 4's 'T4' and participating in 'Celebrity Big Brother,' reaching the final. His diverse career includes appearances on Channel 5's 'Celebrity Wedding Planner' with Martin Kemp in 2013. Despite personal challenges, Harvey remains resilient, exploring new musical paths, engaging in entrepreneurial pursuits, and actively supporting charitable causes.

Timestamps: 
0:00 - Intro
1:34 - Let's Rewind to the Beginning
4:28 - Getting Scouted for Football at 11/12
6:43 - Transitioning to So Solid
11:34 - About So Solid
18:18 - Mental Health
22:35 - Death Threats during So Solid Crew Days
26:27 - Ashley Walters in Jail - How it affected the crew
32:14 - Carl Morgan
37:26 - Sort of Post So Solid Crew for Harvey
39:21 - Harvey, his Presenting career, and meeting Steven Seagal
49:15 - Big Brother
59:55 - Advice to People on Employee/Friend Loyalty
1:06:48 - The World of 2023 and Russell Brand
1:11:17 - A Look at Dapper in Comparison
1:16:28 - All Things Charity with Harvey
1:22:28 - One Single Piece of Advice to Young Harvey
1:23:27 - Conclusion

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