The Hilltop Glove Podcast

"The Hilltop Glove" is a podcast that focuses on urban creatives and entrepreneurs navigating adulthood, providing insights and inspiration. With a specific focus on the Carolinas, the podcast covers topics like hip-hop culture, the arts, and practical information for those in the region's urban creative and entrepreneurial spheres.

All Episodes

The Hilltop Glove Podcast

Manny Beats | Episode #162

January 14, 2026 • The Hilltop Glove Podcast • Episode 162

Send us a text

Unlocking the Beat: Manny Beats' Journey from Chicago to Charlotte

On the episode of THG, we have a conversation with Manny Williams, also known as Manny Beats, a talented music producer and instrumentalist originally from Chicago and now based in Charlotte.

Manny specializes in hip hop and R&B, infusing his distinctive sound into the Charlotte music scene since he relocated there in 2012. During his time in Charlotte, he has launched the highly praised Free Lunch beat tape series. This series narrates his journey and growth in music production, showcasing his remarkable ability to merge both traditional and contemporary sounds, creating something genuinely timeless.

Support the show

BOOK OUR SPACE (Columbia):
https://www.peerspace.com/pages/listings/673ab11c9ec72595c7e5f909

BOOK OUR SPACE (Charleston): https://www.peerspace.com/pages/listings/67ae7cb5cb965a8e4b77028f https://www.peerspace.com/pages/listings/67a92b506ec2c3b8a866f42e

Make sure to subscribe to us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube. Also follow us on Instagram and Facebook @hilltopglove. Sponsored by: @lynxrecording @asylum_digital @celebstudio_ @caddypack . Become a member of our Patreon channel to watch our exclusive series, Amplifying Voices: Carolina Storytellers and Cre8 Talks: SC Hip-Hop Pioneers.