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 77, we clap back with more boom bap! We discuss the upcoming H-Town West concert coming to Houston. We also take a listen to our track of the week from Dave East featuring French Montana “Maneuver”. Plus, our album review comes from Fred The Godson, “Gordo”. This and whole lot more on that #BoomBap.
In episode 76, we hit back again with that heart-beating boom bap. This week we review Action Bronson’s Blue Chips 7000. We also discuss DJ Booth’s current top 20 hip-hop and r&b albums of 2017. Plus, we hit you all with a throwback track of the week from Statik Selektah featuring Skyzoo, Joell Ortiz, & Talib Kweli: Talking About You (ladies). This and whole lot more on that #BoomBap.
In episode 75, we welcome guest hosts Mario Lowe and Mario McCoy(@2RiosxAPod) from the Live Woke Podcast (https://soundcloud.com/livewokepodcast) to dive deep into this hip-hop culture. We take a listen to our track of the week from Wu Tang Clan featuring Redman, “People Say”. We also breakdown the state of hip-hop moving into the last quarter of 2017. This and whole lot more on that #BoomBap.
In episode 74, we hop into the latest hip-hop news and music hitting the airwaves. We discuss the upcoming album from the legendary group Wu Tang. We also listen to our track of the week from Statik Selektah featuring 2 Chainz and Wiz Khalifa titled, “Man of The Hour.” Plus, we hit you with our album review of Jarren Benton’s latest project: The Mink Coat Killa LP. This and whole lot more on that #BoomBap.
In episode 73, we welcome back Mista GoodBar (@TheGoodRemedy) to dive deep into this hip-hop arena. We discuss the Jay-Z Rap Radar podcast interview that shed light on things in the 4:44 album. We also take a listen to our track of the week from Nyck @ Knight: No One Seems to Care. Plus, we hit you with our album review from the latest member of the A$AP mob, A$AP Twelvyy: 12. This and whole lot more on that #BoomBap.
In episode 72, we welcome guest host JeDon Weaver (@EgosandOpinions) to dive into the powerful world of hip-hop. We discuss the new track from the legendary Bun B: Game Time. We also breakdown the state of artists like J. Cole and things happening over at Roc Nation. Plus, we unravel the latest project from Vic Mensa: The Autobiography. This and whole lot more on that #BoomBap.
In episode 71, we give you all something special; an artist interview with our main man MeRCY (@MusicByMeRCY) coming out of Florida. We discuss her journey in the music culture as well as his roots. We also premiere a song with him and Sean Price, titled Eagle Eye View. Plus, we hit you with the artist spotlight surrounding the late Brooklyn great. This and whole lot more on that #BoomBap.
In episode 70, we hit you again with that gritty boom bap flavor. We review the latest album from Tyler the Creator, Flower Boy. We also discuss the new CEO over at Def Jam and the changes to come from that iconic label. Plus, we hit you with a track of the week from A$AP Twelvyy, Diamonds featuring A$AP Rocky. This and whole lot more on that #BoomBap.
In episode 69, we discuss the new documentary coming out showcasing the crashing relationship between Jay-Z and Kanye West. We also debut our track of the week from Blizzel featuring Nino Man, “Harlem Baby.” Plus, we review the latest album from Meek Mill, “Wins and Losses.” This and whole lot more on that #BoomBap.
In episode 68, we pay homage and a tribute to the legendary Chester Bennington of Linkin Park. We also drop our track of the week choice from an unexpected French Montana, with Bring Them Things featuring Pharrell Williams. Plus, we hit you with our weekly album review; Big Boi’s Boomiverse. This and whole lot more on that #BoomBap.
In episode 67, we pay homage and respect to the untimely death of 2 Live Crew’s Fresh Kid Ice. We also discuss the latest track from Rapsody, “The Pain”, which continues in this awaken movement we are seeing from artists today. Plus, review the 10th studio album from DJ Khaled, “Grateful”. This and whole lot more on that #BoomBap.
In episode 66, we take the time to break down the latest studio album from Jay-Z, “4:44”. We do a “full play” (from song to song) to bring out the different financial gems, introspective situations, and controversial topics that Jay has offered on this complete body of work. Plus we share some of our favorite tracks that we believe will become instant classics. This and whole lot more on that #BoomBap.
In episode 65, we welcome guest host Abner Brown (/AbnerBrown) to bring a true ode to the past era of hip-hop. We travel back in time to 8-tracks and breaks, which was truly the birthplace of this industry. We also discuss the controversial topic revolving around the father of trap musc; Tip, Rick Ross, or Young Jeezy. Plus, we review the latest album from the iconic Kool G Rap: Return of the Don. This and whole lot more on that #BoomBap.
In episode 64, we drop gems on the latest Jay-Z’s 4:44 project. We also hit you with our track of the week from Jarren Benton featuring Nick Grant, “C.R.E.A.M. ‘17. Plus, we review the latest body of work from Killa Kyleon, “Lorraine Motel”. This and whole lot more on that #BoomBap.
In episode 63, we welcome guest host K. Stew (@TheLegendaryKStew) to dive deep into a new show concept for us; the hip-hop midterms 2017. We discuss the albums that have released during the first half of 2017; those that we love and those that we passed on. We also layout what we feel are the top 5 albums going into the 2nd half of 2017. This and whole lot more on that #BoomBap.
In episode 62, we welcome guest host B Terry (@BTerrybeats) to drop gems about this hip-hop culture. We review the new album from David Banner, The God Box. We also discuss the latest from Action Bronson featuring Big Body Bes: Brother Jedidiah. Plus, we get valuable insight and thoughts from DJ Jazzy Jeff on his latest collaboration, Chasing Goosebumps. This and more on that #BoomBap.
In episode 61, we take a listen to the latest joint from Kool G Rap featuring Fame from M.O.P. and Freeway, “Wise Guys”. We also discuss the latest in hip-hop news including Pappoose signing over at MMG and T.I. + Kevin Hart working on a Tv show together. Plus, we review the latest album from Snoop Dogg: Neva Left. This and more on that #BoomBap.
In episode 60, we take a listen to some cult classics and the sampled songs that these gems were derived from. We also pose a very thought-provoking question to our Facebook Live audience; where would Nas be if not for creating Illmatic? This and more on that #BoomBap.
In episode 59, we welcome guest host Layla E (@Layla_E1) from the Defmatic Podcast (@Defmatic100) to talk about the latest in hip-hop! We take a listen to the latest freestyle from The Lox over Kendrick Lamar’s “Feel”. We also discuss what truly makes a hiphop legend. Plus, we review the recent project from Logic, “Everybody”. This and more on that #BoomBap.
In episode 58, we ask the pivotal question; should there be sub-genres of hip-hop to include trap, mumble rap, etc. We also take a listen to the latest from Joell Ortiz: Rap Millionaire. Plus, we review the highly anticipated EP from Young MA, “Herstory”. This and more on that #BoomBap.
