Freebandz’ CEO, Casino talks highly anticipated album Disrespectful! Landon Buford finds out why the rapper took his time with this one.
I recently had the opportunity to sit down with Freebandz CEO Casino to discuss his upcoming project ‘Disrespectful.” The project will feature four guest appearances from Future, Young Thug, Scooter, and 21 Savage.
During the creation, process Casino was able to take his time with this project in the confinement of his studio in comparison to some of the previous release material. He talked about being able to record in his environment and had the opportunity make sure it was what he wanted before getting ready to release the ‘Disrespectful’ project.
The album will be sharing his truth on every single song on the project, and he will be inviting the fans into his personal life. Casino favorite single off the project is entitled ‘Ice Berg’ he likes the single because Iceberg is a part his everyday outfit in some shape or form. Grow up in Kirkwood that is all that he and the people around use to wear. So, the brand has some sentimental value from his childhood that he has been able to incorporate into what he does today.
Casino shares with us how his brother Future’s hard work inspires him to create music and how it has help finance so much. From the studio that they record into opening other venues for more income like commercial real estate, which Casino would like to pursue one day.
Karate Chop was Casino first hit and after that he was hooked. He was not supposed to be on the album version of the single, but it went out and the rest is history. Casino would follow the success of the ‘Karate Chop’ single with a project called Ex-Drug Dealer and it had a great ROI to go with being booked for show dates. He would follow up the success of the mixtape with a single called ‘Move That Dope’ Hit play above to watch the full interview with Casino.
Landon Buford is an accomplished sports and entertainment journalist based in Richardson, Texas, with over a decade of experience covering the NBA, WNBA, NFL, WWE, MLB, and the entertainment industry. Known for delivering high-impact stories and headline-making interviews, Buford has earned a global audience through content that blends insider access with compelling storytelling.
He previously served as director of editorial and brand communications at PlayersTV, where he helped shape the platform’s editorial voice and brand identity. He is also the founder and editor-in-chief of LandonBuford.com—an independent outlet with more than 1.6 million views and syndication from major platforms including Bleacher Report, Sports Illustrated and Yahoo Sports. Buford’s interviews with stars like Gary Payton, Kevin Durant, Mark Cuban and Chris Paul showcase his talent for meaningful, in-depth conversations.
His bylines have appeared in Sports Illustrated, Forbes, Heavy.com, Meta’s Bulletin and One37pm, where he has contributed exclusive interviews, breaking news and cultural insights. At Heavy.com, his work drew more than a million views in just eight months, and at One37pm, it contributed to record-breaking traffic numbers.
His work highlights the intersection of sports, fashion, music, and entrepreneurship—showcasing how athletes and entertainers use their platforms to inspire change, influence trends, and shape culture beyond the game. Landon has interviewed a wide range of figures from the NBA, NFL, and entertainment industries, consistently bringing authentic voices and untold stories to the forefront.
In addition to his journalism, Buford is an entrepreneur and content creator, dedicated to amplifying diverse narratives and driving meaningful conversations across media platforms. His passion for storytelling, culture, and innovation continues to make him a respected voice in the evolving landscape of sports and entertainment media.
