About Headkrack

At the controls of “The Rickey Smiley Morning Show” is the irrepressible HeadKrack. HeadKrack is recognized as a Hip-Hop authority who stays up-to-date on all the latest in music, movies, artists and entertainment. Currently the resident expert on pop culture and current events on “The Rickey Smiley Morning Show”, he brings a straight-talking and funny outlook that has made him a listener favorite. Whether reporting on the latest in entertainment news during his Hip Hop Spot or flexing his freestyle prowess during the Flow & Go, listeners connect with his unique blend of wit and humor. In addition, his freestyle ability and witty one liners have become favorites on nationally syndicated tv show, Dish Nation. HeadKrack established his presence in radio beginning with his #1 rated night time slot at 97.9 FM The Beat in Dallas, that legacy continues with him today.

Bronx-born and hip hop raised, HeadKrack’s brand now extends beyond the airwaves also encompassing his ventures as an actor, DJ, lyricist and performer. Listeners and audiences respond to the respect and loyalty that he brings to music, entertainment, and the hip hop culture. He has an extensive performance resume, having toured with some of the of the biggest names in the game and performed at major festivals around the world including the Vans Warped Tour, A3C, SXSW, Puerto Rock Steady Music Festival, his own American B-Boys in London Tours along with and a sweeping list of high profile concerts and events.

His comedy and acting credentials continue to expand with standout performances in the Improvo Bravo and 4th Wall Comedy Troupe as well as his traveling road show “The Live Comedy Mixtape”. Movie projects include roles in Black Angels (2009), Archer (2015), and Canal Street (2019), 5th Ward (2019), First Impression (2013), The Real Housewives of Atlanta (2014), Dish Nation (2011-Present), Rickey Smiley For Real, Star (2017) and various stage plays. In addition to being a creative voice actor, he is frequently called upon to speak at youth events, charities and motivational engagements.

HeadKrack’s passion incites an undeniable and trusted connection to the community with all that he shares in broadcast, digital, music, media, film and entertainment…and in every one of his endeavors.

Jay Z officially announced his new music streaming service Tidal and it could be a game-changer. Listen to the audio player to hear Headkrack talk about why he’s switching from Spotify to Tidal and why you should too in this edition of the Hip-Hop Spot!  Sign Up For Our Newsletter! Click here for more in hip-hop news and listen […]

Wiz Khalifa and Amber Rose have been going at it since their split, but a song may have brought them together again. Listen to the audio player to hear Headkrack recite Wiz’s lyrics that proves he still loves Amber Rose in this edition of the Hip-Hop Spot!  Sign Up For Our Newsletter! Click here for more in hip-hop […]

We know who’s sleeping with each other on “Empire,” but there’s some romance taking place off screen, too. Listen to the audio player to hear Headkrack reveal which character are dating in real life in this edition of the Hip-Hop Spot!  Sign Up For Our Newsletter! Click here for more in hip-hop news and listen to “The Rickey Smiley […]

Kendrick Lamar is reportedly engaged to his longtime girlfriend. Sherane? Nah. Listen to the audio player to hear Headkrack reveal how long his alleged fiance Whitney Alford has been rocking with the “To Pimp A Butterfly” rapper in this edition of the Hip-Hop Spot!  Sign Up For Our Newsletter! Click here for more in hip-hop news and listen to […]

Pras Michel and Wyclef Jean made history and a lot of money together as members of the Fugees and they are cousins. So why did Pras support compas superstar Sweet Micky (Michel Martelly) instead of his own family member when the two ran for president of Haiti in 2010?   Sign Up For Our Newsletter! Listen […]

More people are trying to claim they were the inspiration behind the hit show “Empire.” But the creator himself, Lee Daniels, cleared all those rumors up. Listen to the audio player to hear Headkrack reveal how Kanye West inspired the show and made it come to life in this edition of the Hip-Hop Spot!  Sign Up For Our […]

Now here’s something you probably didn’t know. Madonna used to date who is arguably one of the greatest rappers of all time. Listen to the audio player to hear Headkrack play the audio of Madonna revealing herself which rapper it is and find out how they hooked up in this edition of the Hip-Hop Spot!  Sign Up For […]

Is Suge Knight trying to pull a George Zimmerman? Listen to the audio player to hear Headkrack explain what his murder case has in common with George Zimmerman’s in this edition of the Hip-Hop Spot!  Sign Up For Our Newsletter! Click here for more in hip-hop news and listen to “The Rickey Smiley Morning Show” weekdays from 6-10 am […]

Well the guessing game is over. Jussie Smollett came out on Ellen yesterday, but Headkrack thinks he should’ve continued to keep it secret. Listen to the audio player to hear how his career could’ve benefited from it in this edition of the Hip-Hop Spot!  Sign Up For Our Newsletter! Click here for more in hip-hop news and listen to “The […]

You mad? According to Headkrack, Chris Brown finally made a statement about his break baby. Listen to the audio player to hear the hostile message he had in regards to having a baby with another woman in this edition of the Hip-Hop Spot!  Sign Up For Our Newsletter! Click here for more in hip-hop news and listen to “The Rickey […]