It's about that gritty, hard hitting, bass thumping, hi-hat blaring, heart jumping, hip-hop sound. It's about those thought provoking, mind melting, thesaurus grabbing lyrics that drop on the 2 and the 4. It's about that album review, producer spotlight, and weekly track picks. It's about That Boom Bap! You can reach us on twitter at @TheSphereTV with the hashtag BoomBap!
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In episode 37, we discuss this questionable list floating around the internet ranking rappers into somewhat disrespectful categories. We also breakdown the latest track from Wale, “Folarin Like”. Plus, we give y’all the highly anticipated album review of J. Cole’s “4 Your Eyez Only”. This and more on that #BoomBap.
In episode 36, we discuss the contradictory 50 best albums of 2016 from Rolling Stone. We also take a listen to Meek Mill’s “Shine” from his DC4 album. Plus, we visit a 2005 throwback album from Little Brother called “The Minstrel Show”. This and more on that #BoomBap.
In episode 35, we hit you all with the latest in hip hop culture. We discuss the upcoming releases for the last month in 2016. Also, we listen to our track of the week from Smoke DZA featuring BJ The Chicago Kid, Jadakiss & Styles P, “Milestone”. Plus, we review the intriguing album from Mac Miller, “The Divine Feminine”. This and more on that #BoomBap.
In episode 34, we continue to hit you with the best that hiphop has to offer. We dive right into the latest track from Rapsody’s Crown EP, “2AM” featuring Ab Soul. Also we breakdown the new album from legend Common, “Black America Again”. This and more on that #BoomBap.
In episode 33, we welcome back Grandfather Cloc (@markspector_feat._grandcloc) to discuss some classics from Sweet Tee “It’s Tee Time” and others. Also, we breakdown the highly anticipated, 18-year wait of A Tribe Called Quest “We got it From Here… Thank You 4 Your Service”. This and more on that #BoomBap.
In episode 32, we jump into the monstrous freestyle from Mickey Factz on Sway in The Morning. We discuss the latest release of records and albums in this 4th quarter including the new show with Snoop Dogg. Plus, we deliver the Skyzoo & Apollo Brown: The Easy Truth album review. This and more on that #BoomBap.
In episode 31, we welcome guest host MistaGoodBar (@MistaGoodBar) to discuss the culture of hip-hop and latest releases. We breakdown our track of the week from Mickey Factz and Nottz, “Marina” featuring Mack Wilds, Smoke DZA, and Curren$y. We also discuss the latest words from Lil Wayne and what an artist’s role is in the spotlight. Plus, we review the highly anticipated Album from NxWorries (Anderson .Paak & Knxwledge), “Yes Lawd!”. This and more on that #BoomBap.
In episode 30, we welcome back Noah Archangel (@NoahofHTX) to breakdown the latest hip hop news and artistry. We discuss the Jay-Z/Weinstein movie deal and what may come from it. We also breakdown the latest track from from Run the Jewels, “Talk to Me”. Plus, we put Lupe Fiasco in the artist spotlight and discuss his masterful discography. This and more on that #BoomBap.
In episode 29, dive deep into the freestyle dropped by Milato Mitch on Sway in the Morning. Also, we talk about the unrealistic/entertaining flow of artists vs the conscious/relevant flow. Plus, we review T.I.’s latest project, “US or Else”. This and more on that #BoomBap.
In episode 28, we introduce guest host Grandfather Cloc (/grandfather.cloc) to talk about his journey through the eras of hip-hop. We breakdown the latest joint from No Panty (Joell Ortiz, Bodega Bamz, and Nitty Scott) called “Hola”. Plus, we review De La Soul’s latest project, “And The Anonymous Nobody”. This and more on that #BoomBap.
In episode 27, we dive deep into the 2016 BET Hip Hop Awards Cyphers. We talk about the best of the night including John John da Don, Jaz The Rapper, Nick Grant, Jidenna, and others. Plus we got a chance to see Dead Prez on the main stage with a live cypher performance. This and more on that #BoomBap.
In episode 26, we dive deep into the realm of hip-hop with the topic of streaming vs piracy of music for your daily tunes. We also take a listen at our track of the week from Danny Brown featuring Kendrick Lamar, Ab Soul, and Earl Sweatshirt: Really Doe. Plus, we review the latest project from Denmark Vessey, “Whole Food”. This and more on that #BoomBap.
In episode 25, we take a listen to our track of the week from Chill Moody: Inhale, Exhale. We also discuss artists that would work well together to form those supergroups that we all love and miss. Plus, we hit you with an album review from Eman Jones, “Take Me Home”. This and more on that #BoomBap.
In episode 24, we jump into the latest track from DJ Scream featuring Young Jeezy and Ludacris, “Run The Check Up”. Also, we look at the performers listed for the upcoming BET Hip-Hop Music Awards. Plus, we breakdown DJ Khaled’s newest body of work, “Major Key”. This and more on that #BoomBap.
In episode 23, we discuss the growth at GOOD Music with Migos and Tyga coming onboard Kanye’s label. We also look at Forbes Hip-Hop Cash list top 20 and what this means for the culture. Plus, we breakdown the latest hit from Mac Miller and Anderson .Paak, “Bang!”. This and more on that #BoomBap.
In episode 22, we discuss the Netflix show, The Get Down and its significance to hip hop culture. We also look at the latest track from Dave East, All Summer. Plus, Slim Thug has graced us with a new body of work, Hogg Life Vol 4 - American King. This and more on that #BoomBap.
In episode 21, we discuss the latest track from TI, titled “We Will Not”. Also, we discuss Lupe Fiasco’s partnership with Google to create startups in Chicago. Plus, we dive deep into Z-Ro’s Drankin’ & Drivin’. This and more on that #BoomBap.
In episode 20, we introduce guest host Noah Archangel (@NoahofHTX) to take about the art of production in the hip-hop industry. We also continue our discussion around the culture of hip-hop and artist moving their own music vs the DJ. Plus we take a listen to 3 exclusive songs under Noah’s beltway. This and more on that #BoomBap.
In episode 19, we introduce our guest host DJ Feezy (@DJ_Feezy1) to discuss hip hop culture and the importance of the DJ. We also dive into the Black Hippy Remix of Schoolboy Q’s That Part. Plus, we breakdown the latest body of work from Phonte of Little Brother with Eric Roberson; Tigalerro. This and more on that #BoomBap.
In episode 18, we discuss the topic of whether the DJs or the artist are pushing the music culture forward. We also take a look at our track of the week with Juelz Santana featuring Cam’ron, “Oh Yeah”. Plus, we hit you with a throwback from Strong Arm Steady! This and more on that #BoomBap.
