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Can Jake Paul Box?
This episode we jump into combat sports and kick it off specifically around the Jake Paul fight. What's boxing look like in 2022?
Will anyone challenge Busta Rhymes?
Who’s up to the challenge? 50 won’t take on T.I. And nobody would take on Busta? Or CAN anyone?
Rap Beef Participation Trophies
Let's talk about rap beef in the current era, do you give em' flowers or give em' shots on wax? Is rap beef too soft?
What’s In The Stashbox? Hoplust IPA from Rockford Brewing Company
We check out a local brew amongst other things this episode, let's see how it rated! Check out Hoplust at Rockford Brewing Company (https://rockfordbrewing.com/products/hoplust-ipa)
Vaccinated
This episode we talk about Joe Rogan's anti-vax approach to 2021 and Stern's response to that a few months ago along with some commentary on Kyrie Irving.
The Most Hip-Hop Super Bowl EVER
Let's talk about the 2022 Super Bowl half time show! With Dr. Dre, Eminem, Kendrick Lamar, Mary J Blige and Snoop Dogg it will definitely the most hip-hop the Super[...]
The Return of BET’s Rap City
It only makes sense they bring the show back following new of MTV bringing back Yo! MTV Raps right? But it seems BET beat MTV to the punch!
This Sounds Fun
Let's change this thing up! It's time to have some fun with this. Starting this episode, we're going to start releasing our shows in weekly segments and then release the[...]
Under Fire | Episode 108
Your boys are back again! This episode we talked about Yo! MTV Raps return and who we think would host. We also talked flix on your favorite streaming services like[...]
Say Please | Episode 107
Let's open up this Verzuz battle, talk about Live From the Basement during these changing digital times, Stashbox and some dope new music! Let's go!
His name was “Barric” | Episode 106
Time to get the dust knocked off this thing! Let's get back to when this was born and have fun again. this episode Major Mack and Phro dug into what[...]
Dedication | Episode 105
An episode with music dedicated to all the homies that help build this show, Major, Phro, Mola1, Derric "D" and Canadian Jeff! Enjoy some music and let's do this again[...]
Good Kid Twisted Fantasy | Episode 104
DJ Toasty Toast served up a pretty incredible mix by way of KDOTYE. What does any of that even mean? Listen to the episode!!
They’re Shutting Us Down! | Episode 103
Maybe it's time to say goodbye... but it's hard to let go of the dream we've invested years of our life into. We're now being disassembled by record labels for[...]
TikTok Rappers | Episode 102
JMack here. I'm back in the captain's chair, completely reinvigorated to drive this thing until the wheels fall off! This week I'm talking with you about Donald Trump leaving office,[...]
Enjoy | Episode 101
Major, Mola, Mack and Phro all in the house to keep the momentum for the tail end of 2020. And why not? It's been a rough year, we all gotta[...]
The Wolfpack | Episode 100
All four of us finally made it back to the basement for a special reunion around episode 100 (really 300) and our 15th birthday! We pulled up some of our[...]
The Art | Episode 99
Why isn't hip-hop ever brought up with other cultural art forms? Let's also dig into Trump's taxes and our plans for the upcoming episode 100!
Music Played This Episode: https://soundcloud.com/jmack/sets/the-art-episode-99
History | Episode 98
This episode let's talk about some messages we've been getting around the crew here on the show, Kanye's mental health situation, OUR mental health situation and lets play some Rap[...]
Resist | Episode 97
Let's talk about the black lives matter narrative and the politics around it, and briefly touch on the the dumpster fire that is 2020. Thank you all for being so[...]
The Ronas | Episode 96
A special episode featuring a visit from one of our founding members Phro! This episode we talked about "The Ronas" and all things related to it and wrapped it up[...]
Stay Home | Episode 95
This episode we talk about staying optimistic during this maddening time. We're here for you with some new music, rap roulette and we checked out some dope quarantine streams from[...]
Calm Down | Episode 94
Everything is closed down, people are sick, and all we have is this new Jay Electronica album. Let's talk about it.
Music Played This Episode: http://bit.ly/3aV3cWG
Malapropism | Episode 93
This episode JMack reviews Lil Baby's "My Turn" and Royce Da 5'9's "The Allegory". Also, Megan Thee Stallion's album deal drama, Jim Jones trashing US Marines and what album makes[...]
#GODZILLACHALLENGE | Episode 92
This week we talk about the #GODZILLACHALLENGE, Nick Cannon still trying to fire shots at Em and our shiny new website!! Of course you know we have some fire new[...]
JUICE ft. and Interview w/ MC Shan | Episode 91
Another episode with some fire new music and one of our favorite interviews ever on the show, with the legendary Queensbridge native, Juice Crew member, the one and only MC[...]
B4 | Episode 90
Let's talk about this Jay Electronica new album, the E40 vs. Richie Rich beef, old cars, cartoons and helping those who need it. Help Gift of Gab of Blackalicious[...]
GRIMEY | Episode 89
Let's talk about this new Eminem album "Music to Murder By", Lil Wayne's new album "Funeral". Also Mack's thoughts on Jay-Z having a seat during the national anthem at the[...]
Em vs. Nick Cannon | Episode 88
Let's talk about the dumpster fire that is this Em vs. Nick Cannon rap beef, TikTok, legalization and listen to some new tunes! Next episode lets review Eminems new album[...]
MMXX | Episode 87
It's 2020, let's get this decade started with a new episode of Live From The Basement. It's been a while since we've been able to get together but that shouldn't[...]
Playlist: Throw It Back | Episode 86
Yo Mack is back with a 90's megamix just like they used to do back in the day. Enjoy some of the tracks you remember and maybe some you dont![...]
Playlist: Return | Episode 85
After almost a full year hiatus, It's Episode 85 and we promise not to let you down for a long time. Let's see where this thing takes us. So heres[...]
Dragon Energy x Interview with Young MC | Episode 76
We talk about [insert famous chicago rappers name here] shenanigans, the NFL draft, J.Coles KOD album and special interview with the one and only Young MC!!
Playlist: THE BIG CHILL | Episode 84
You ready for some new hip-hop?!! LET'S GO! Played this episode: * Brother Ali - "Own Light" * Ill Camille ft. Punch - "Goes Down" * Dave East - "No[...]
YANDHI | Episode 83
We speculate a few short hours before Kanye drops his latest release "Yandhi". How's this gonna go? What will it sound like? What's going to happen on SNL?
KILLDEVIL: Em vs. MGK | Episode 82
The team takes the Em vs. MGK beef tracks and completely break them down from a rap fan, lyricist and production perspective. Who takes the win?
Album Review: Royce Da 5’9 – Book of Ryan | Episode 81
Big announcement this episode!! Also this episode, Royce's latest effort may or may not get the "blender treatment" as we review "Book of Ryan" for Blend It or Bump It.[...]
Off The Books | Episode 80
This episode we played a new game against caller Jay Lamont, “Is it Kanye, a grade schooler, a serial killer of 50 cent?” and gave away “The Rap Yearbook” and[...]
Album Review: Post Malone – Beer Bongs & Bentleys | Episode 79
We pulled this one out of the more recent vault to share with you. Yes we have a LOT of album reviews to catch up and theyre comin! More episodes[...]
Where They At Doe? | Episode 75
Theyre right here! Episode 75!! This episode we talk about some of our recent trips, try some new brew and check the new Phonte album No News Is Good News.[...]
The Return | Episode 74
“Never on schedule, but always on time.”
We’re back! The stashbox was ready, and 6ix9ine’s Day69 is up for Blend it or Bump it! Let’s see how[...]
We’re back! The stashbox was ready, and 6ix9ine’s Day69 is up for Blend it or Bump it! Let’s see how[...]
The Next Episode | Episode 73
Here’s Episode 73, second part of the long, and abruptly ended (sorry about that) Episode 72. Hope you all enjoy it and we can’t wait to get back to the[...]
The Distance. | Episode 72
Let's get this thing going again! Here's Episode 72 which we recorded back in May.
Playlist: Biggie Remixes | Episode 71
Just a few short days after Notorious BIGs birthday (May 21), heres a playlist of dope remixes to celebrate! Happy 45th Big we miss you!
Playlist: Happy. | Episode 70
This week everything is amazing and I wanted to share some music with you that reflected that. Hope you all enjoy this! -Mack
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Commentary: April Twenty Ninth | Episode 69
Last week marked the 25th Anniversary of the acquittal of the four officers who beat Rodney King and the Los Angeles riots.[...]
On The Patio | Episode 68
Grab a couple cold ones and sit on the patio at the local bar with us. Has Kendrick Lamar reached "GOAT" status? Also, K.Dot vs. 2Pac, Beyonce&'s longevity, the Facebook[...]
Album Review: Damn. | Episode 67
Our review of Kendrick Lamar’s latest album "DAMN" as we were rollin in the car. What we're your thoughts on the album? Episode Playlist: * Cadillac Freeze “This Feeling” *[...]
The B-Side | Episode 66
Mack forgot to stop recording on Episode 64, here's a little piece of what happens in The Basement when recording stops with a playlist of tracks at the end! Enjoy![...]
Playlist: Peanuts | Episode 65
A random conversation about the love and relationships within the Peanuts cartoon.
Goodbye 2016 | Episode 64
Blame it on 2016. The episode is dropping four months later. Back to our regularly scheduled programming. Here's episode 64, we talk about 2016, some of our favorite and most[...]
Happy Christmahannukwanzadan | Episode 63
It's the annual holiday episode and Major, Mack and Martin were in the Basement! This episode we talked about 2016 XXL Freshmen class, the holidays and we reviewed an album[...]
Rewind: Let’s Just Be Honest | Episode 62
Due to a snow storm we didn't have Major in the basement this week. So JMack took the opportunity to address a LOT of feedback we've been getting regarding the[...]
The Emperor’s Folded Clothes | Episode 61
This episode JMack & MOLA1 are in the basement. We talk about J.Cole's new album "4 Your Eyez Only", Shia Labouf's diss track and we play a new game we[...]
RAPRAPRAPRAP | Episode 60
A playlist full of an HOUR of RAP, RAP and more RAP. New full episode the whole team coming soon! Episode Playlist: * Joyner Lucas ft. Busta Rhymes - "Jumanji"[...]
Playlist: MOAR | Episode 58
Back at it with a VERY important announcement for all of you! LET’S GO!
Episode Playlist:
* Sean Price – “Rap Professor”
*[...]
Episode Playlist:
* Sean Price – “Rap Professor”
*[...]
Our Visit to The Art Of Rap Festival | Episode 57
We checked out the last stop of the Art of Rap Festival in Detroit. It wasn’t what we expected. Check out the YouTube Video here, and listen to the[...]
Playlist: Summer Madness | Episode 56
We put together another playlist episode with a chill summer vibe to calm that “Summer Madness”. More episodes EVERY week!
The Wall | Episode 55
We dive deeper into the topic about the “hip-hop wall” and creating a manifesto for a new genre of rap.
Snap Judgement | Episode 54
This week we talk about SnapChat, the Joe Budden vs. Drake Beef, and putting up a wall up on the Canadian border.
Playlist: BBQ Boogie Volume 2 | Episode 53
We put together another installment of some of our favorite joints to have playing in the background when you're having a barbecue! It's our second installment of the BBQ Boogie![...]
Interview: Grandmaster Caz | Episode 52
The opportunity to speak to one of the most influential legends in hip-hop is one of the highest honors in this culture. So when we had the opportunity to speak[...]
Playlist: Instrumentalizm | Episode 51
Heres another bangin’ playlist episode full of some dope instrumentals for you to vibe out to all week! Also, Major’s Question of the Week: “In hip-hop, who’s death would have[...]
Review: Chance vs KRIT | Episode 50
Live From The Basement on the road this episode! We started off reviewing Chance; highly anticipated album “Coloring Book” and ended up on
Off The Leash | Episode 49
Major gets personal and talks about his recent separation, his new adventures and how he’s “Off The Leash”.
Episode Playlist:
* Big KRIT &[...]
Episode Playlist:
* Big KRIT &[...]
Interview: Parrish Smith of EPMD | Episode 48
Here’s an INTERVIEW EPISODE for this week featuring an interview with Parrish Smith (aka PMD) of EPMD! We had a lot of fun talking with Parrish about his history with[...]
Respeck It! | Episode 47
This episode we talked about the infamous Birdman visit to the Breakfast Club and Drake’s “Views from the 6” for a minute. Also this week, the return of the Stash[...]
Playlist: You Ready? | Episode 46
You asked, we’re delivering. Here’s a new playlist episode full of some great music with heart to get you through the week! Rock out and get in the groove with[...]
A Tribute to Prince | Episode 45
We put together a few words and songs as we mourn the loss of a musical legend and celebrate his life and incredible influence to music across all genres. This[...]
Commentary: Organized Noize | Episode 44
This episode we dissect QD3 & FlavorUnit’s new flick “The Art of Organized Noize“, a documentary about the musical career of[...]
Evolution | Episode 43
This episode we discuss what’s next. We’ve been producing and releasing this show for over 10 years and we’ve decided to take it back to the earlier days. To when[...]
Episode #67 Part 2
Just added to this feed April 11, 2016, this is the second of a two-part episode, Episode #67 we released back on July of 2008 featuring an interview with Bishop[...]
What Now? | Episode 42
This episode we showed up, we pushed some buttons and talked about some things. Hope you like it.
Ageless| Episode 41
Are you getting too old? Let’s talk about age, Steve Harvey’s mistakes and Logic’s album “The Incredible True Story”.
Goodbye 2015| Episode 40
We bid farewell to 2015, some of our favorite show moments, Steve Harvey, a debate over Complex’s latest list of rappers and more!
The Pain | Episode 39
This episode we discussed the painful Keith Murray battle with Fredro Starr, checked out The Game – The Documentary 2 for Blend It or Bump It and more! Download it[...]
The Hip-Hop Draft ft Interview with Wes Jackson | Episode 38
This episode we talked about the Drake & Future album. We also spoke with Brooklyn Bodega‘s Wes Jackson to talk about[...]
Dre’s Ghost ft Interview with “The Glove” Taylor | Episode 37
Major, JMack and Mola1 sit down and have a convo with one of the unsung heroes of West Coast hip-hop, former DJ to Ice-T and right-hand man to Dr. Dre,[...]
The Questions | Episode 36
Major wasn’t in this week so JMack and MOLA1 decided to hang out in the basement and go through some of our favorite interviews over the past[...]
Rap Wordz with Friends | Episode 35
We’ve taken rap lyrics from your favorite songs, and turned them into plain, proper English. We also talked about Macklemore paying respect to the classics and we reviewed Scarface’s new[...]
Live From The Basement: Ye for President | Episode 34
This week we ask you what hip-hop biopic do YOU want to see? We picked ours and discussed them too! We also went in on the MTV Video Music Awards[...]
Compton ft Interview with MC Ren of NWA | Episode 33
This week, we spun tracks from the West Coast, review of the Straight Outta Compton movie, Dr. Dre’s Compton Soundtrack for Blend It or[...]
What’s Beef? | Episode 32
This week we discussed all things beef. From Meek Mill vs. Drake to Ghost vs. Action Bronson, we picked each apart, threw it on the barbecue and sliced it up[...]
What’s Number One? | Episode 31
This week we discuss what makes a #1 record (in light of Joey Bada$$ twitter comments), we also played a game to see if we could tell[...]
Equality | Episode 30
We’re excited to be back and recovered from the recent flood! We can’t thank you all enough for your kind words and support to help us get back recording[...]
The Good Fight | Episode 29
Oddisee’s “The Good Fight” is on the chopping block and we discuss Jay-Z’s B-Sides Concert and controversial freestyle on Tidal. We hope this episode ‘tides’ you over[...]
Motion Picture Soundtrack ft. Fatman Scoop | Episode 28
It’s all about Soundtracks this week. We asked what happened to great urban and hip-hop films, as well as their soundtracks and selected a few for our Hip-Hop Essentials picks[...]
F.I.L.A. | Episode 27
This week we review Raekwon’s latest album “F.I.L.A.”, discuss some of the most overrated MC’s of all time, review Tecate beer for the stashbox and talk about some of our[...]
#MAYPAC | Episode 26
This week we discuss some of the most underrated MC’s of all time as well as the Floyd Mayweather vs. Manny Pacquiao fight. We invited our friend[...]
The Episode About Nothing | Episode 25
This episode Major, JMack and Mola1 discuss #WorstRapLines, Jay-Z’s Tidal music service and Wale’s The Album About Nothing was up for Blend It or Bump It!
Say Something Nice! | Episode 24
This episode we celebrated the birthday of a very important album in hip-hop history made this episode’s picks for Essential Hip-Hop Albums and played our brand new game “Say[...]
Dre La Soul | Episode 23 ft Interview with Bishop Lamont & XZibit
This episode we reviewed some new candidates for our open intern position here at the show, we also spoke to our long-time friend of the show, Bishop Lamont to[...]
WTF Eddie? | Episode 20
This episode we talked about Kanye trying to steal the spotlight again, how MTV’s “Pimp My Ride” was all a sham and how Eddie ruined what could have been an[...]
Pac’s Letter | Episode 19
This episode we went through Pac’s letter in detail. In it, he mentioned his growing beef with Notorious BIG and his idea of forming a massive supergroup. We also reviewed[...]
Ante Up! | Episode 18
This episode we talked about taking bets on Hip-Hop Grammy categories. But it didn’t come without it’s fair share of drama. Also this episode, Stashbox and we pick our Essential[...]
Ye vs. Just Blaze | Episode 17
This episode we talked about Ye vs. Just Blaze we touched on “inflategate” and reviewed Lupe Fiasco’s final album Tetsuo and Youth.
On The TLC Tip | Episode 16
This episode we talked about Grammy nominations, TLC’s Kickstarter campaign, drinking too much, essential albums and all kinds of your calls! Keyword this episode, “HAMM’s”.
Don’t forget[...]
Don’t forget[...]
Azalea vs Azealia | Episode 15
This episode Major, Mack & Mola1 spent the show discussing the Iggy Azalea vs Azealia Banks debate. Also this episode: essential albums, some dope hip-hop tracks and your calls[...]
Year In Review | Episode 14
Episode #14 our official Year In Review for 2014 and reviewed Fabolous latest “effort”. We talked our favorite drink of the year, favorite music, news items and more. Get in[...]
Peace | Episode 13
In Episode 13, we toned it down, had a few more drinks and slurred our way through some more peaceful, fun topics. We talked about our essential hip-hop albums, buying[...]
War | Episode 12
This episode we discuss all of the social issues happening over the past few months including the Mike Brown situation, Eric Garner, Bill Cosby, our essential albums, and of course[...]
Genius | Episode 11
This episode we discussed a “study” that followed facebook data’s link between music and ACT scores, Boardwalk Empire, some essential hip-hop album favorites of ours and we reviewed Logic’s “Under[...]
Back From Summer Break | Episode 10
After a summer hiatus we’re finally back in the basement and catching up with everything that’s been going on in the world. From #thefappening to the NFL breaking down, hip-hop[...]
The Ill Sh** ft Guest Nolan The Ninja | Episode 9
With special guest, Detroit’s own Nolan the Ninja with his friend SemiSix. Nolan and Semi discussed Chuck D vs. Rosenberg, Angie Martinez leaving Hot97 and more with us LIVE in[...]
The Wishing Tree ft Guest Ben Miles | Episode 8
With special musical guest coming to sit in with us Ben Miles who came downstairs to tell us about his latest album The Wishing[...]
Back again | Episode 7
Back again after what appeared to be a hiatus. We did record episode 7 once before, but unfortunately it was lost.. so we re-recorded and it was better the second[...]
Phro is back! | Episode 6
Six episodes in, and Phro came back this episode to help us close out Black History Month in true Phro fashion. This week we reviewed Schoolboy Q’s new album “OXYMoron”,[...]
UPDATE: For our HoodHype Listeners!
Where is the HoodHype Show? We are still here! Check out the details on a ton content you may have been missing from your boys JMack Major and Phro at[...]
Top 7 in 7 Cities? | Episode 5
This episode we went through DJServicePack.com’s “Top 7 songs in 7 Cities” list. A list of the “hottest” songs in in 7 cities determined by spins, DJ support and other[...]
Grammy Time | Episode 4
This episode we talked Macklemore’s win(s) at the Grammy’s, the SuperBowl and we reviewed Childish Gambino’s Because the Internet for Blend It or Bump It. How do you think it[...]
Old vs New | Episode 3
This week we became frustrated with all of the terrible music on the radio. We started talking about how music on the charts in the 90’s wasn’t NEARLY this bad.[...]
Drank. | Episode 2
As we still feel out our new home we get into some more fun topics. We probably had too much to drink and listened to some great music. On the[...]
Introducing: Live From The Basement. Hi. | Episode 1
Our first episode! For those who are new to "The Basement", this show is a spinoff from our original 8 year-old podcast "The HoodHype Show". The Basement is hosted by[...]
Episode #220 – Forever.
Its our 8-year Anniversary and we're gonna keep this thing going 2005 til infinity! We spin some new indie hip-hop, with our special guest indie spotlight Traum Diggs. Also, a[...]
Episode #219 – The Day After
A little hangover recovery music the day after a night of celebration. This is The Day After. For all of our live show fans, listen to the end of this[...]
Episode #218 – New Zealand
This week we pay homage to New Zealand's incredibly diverse, talented and soulful hip-hop scene! Special guest this week is Christchurch New Zealand's own, Ladi6! Make sure you cop her[...]
Episode #217 – The Big Chill
Lets relax (kind of) and chill for a minute to episode 217 aptly titled The Big Chill. LETS GO!
Episode #216 – The Lift
Get lifted as we navigate through music with subliminal meanings and thought provoking lyrics. This weeks spotlight is Houston, Texas own, Isaac Reid.
Episode #214 – Happy Birthday Hip-Hop!
August 11, 2013. Hip-Hop is officially over the hill today. Happy 40th Birthday Hip-Hop!
Episode #215 – Ya Don’t Stop
JMack is back with updates to the show! This week we feature Midaz The Beast.
Episode #212 – The Push
More music! More everything comin up! Make sure you're following HoodHype on FaceBook, Twitter and YouTube!
Episode #211 – Show Your Soul
Have you ever been inspired to listen to music outside of Hip-Hop? Who or what inspired you?
Episode #210 – Magna Carta Holy Grail Review
Jay-Z’s Magna Carta Holy Grail album officially dropped on today on July 8, 2013 and started what could be the beginning of a complete musical revolution. What does this have[...]
Episode #209 – The Story
Sometimes there are songs you can connect with, sometimes you just want to hear a good story. What are some of your favorite hip-hop joints with stories you've enjoyed or[...]
Episode #208 – The Gratitude
MOLA1 executes a surprise hijacking of the HoodHype Show for JMack for his birthday.
Episode #207 – The Storm (Interview w/ Nolan The Ninja)
We brought you a collection of amped up music, some exciting topics and a special sit-in guest with all kinds of energy, Detroit's Nolan The Ninja!
Episode #206 – The Calm ft Interview w/ AZ
It's all about the calm before the storm and a talk with one of the golden era's finest, Brooklyn's own, Mr. Aziatic, AZ.
Episode #204 – The Music
This episode we've each selected three songs that sparked a memory, inspired, or reminded us of a certain event in our lives and we're discussing them. What are some hip-hop[...]
Episode #203 – The Funk
An episode full of hip-hop music laced with Funk, Funky samples and funky instruments. We talked about your suggestions for the show, rappers growing up and everyone getting dropped. This[...]
Episode #201 – The Spark
The Spark. Inspired by the music and topics this episode. This week we review Ghostface Killah and Adrian Younge's - 12 Reasons to Die and interview Funk Volume's own Hopsin.
Episode #200 – The Foundation (Interview w/ Treach)
The HoodHype Show returns with a new host, a new sound, and a phenomenal interview with the prolific Treach ofNaughty By Nature. This is the Foundation.
Episode #199.7
The HoodHype Show returns Episode 200, with a new addition to the family. This guy MOLA1. You ready for Episode #200?
Episode #199.5 – Reboot
We bid farewell to our friend and co-host Major and begin the next chapter of the HoodHype show. You ready for a change? Follow us on twitter @hoodhype, HoodHype on[...]
Episode #193
Some instrumentals to zone out to. Follow us on twitter @hoodhype, hoodhype on FaceBook, Instagram and HoodHypeblog on YouTube!
Episode #194
Our last Episode before the world implodes upon itself on the Mayan doomsday 12/21/12. It was nice knowin yall. PEACE! (And Happy Holidays!)
Episode #191
The whole team was in the basement with special guest MOLA1 to discuss his debut album and plenty of off-the-wall topics as well as a ton of great indie hip-hop.
Episode #198
This week we asked if anyone still buys hip-hop magazines, the Manti Teo Scandal and a whole lot more! A$AP Rockys Long Live A$AP was on the chopping block for[...]
Episode #199
On our way to Episode #200 of the HoodHype show, we invited MOLA1 to sit in with us as we returned to the basement to discuss everything from how the[...]
Mini-Episode #195
A massive collection of nearly an hour of independent hip-hop joints and instrumentals. We wrapped up this weeks mini episode with a tribute to Pro-Era's Capital Steez who recently passed[...]
Episode #196
Our first live Episode of 2013! A great time we had MOLA1 back in the basement, we discussed our favorite albums and news in 2012 and T.I.s Trouble Man album[...]
Episode #190
We're back with Phro in the building at our other basement this episode. We checked out a new album paid up on some post-A3C debt (Major having his Mayo shot[...]
Episode #189
A mini-episode full of music pulled straight from CDs we picked up from artists at the A3C Hip-Hop Festival.
Episode #188
LIVE from Criminal Records with KonsoleKingz in Atlanta, Georgia for the A3C Hip-Hop Festival, we brought a different kind of episode this week. Live interviews, Live freestyles, some great music,[...]
Episode #187
WE'RE SEVEN YEARS OLD!! Crazy! Thank you all for such an amazing ride this far! We made it a good one with Episode 187 we had Mola1 sitting in for[...]
Episode #186
Some more great indie music as we prep for our next full episode then the live show at A3C Hip-Hop Festival in Atlanta, Georgia!
Episode #185
We reached our KickStarter goal and were going back to A3C Hip-Hop Festival in Atlanta, GA!! All thanks to those of you who support and have bought our stuff! We[...]
Episode #184 ft. Interview with Ben Miles
Special episode with two Detroit MCs sitting in with us. Ben Miles, MC from Of Mice and Musicians stop by to talk on the show and drop some of his[...]
Episode #183
Enjoy some great new hip-hop and a big thanks to all who have funded our Road to A3C KickStarter campaign so far at http://hoodhype.com/donate.
Episode #182
Were back and we asked: Can the Golden Era of Hip-Hop come back and who will usher it in? Beanie Sigel's This Time was up for Blend It or Bump[...]
Episode #181
We just kicked off our Road to A3C Fundraiser! Please help us get to the A3C Hip-Hop Festival in Atlanta, GA by buying our gear! HoodHype.com/donate
Episode #180
Our co-host Phro was finally back in the building this week as we reviewed Rick Ross - God Forgives, I Dont and debated it into the ground, why we even[...]
Episode #179
Its another mini-episode full of new music! Heres some new hip-hop with a little of a different sound.
Episode #178
We had Mola1 back on the how, reviewed Nas - Life Is Good, talked old school video games and a ton more.
Episode #177
JMack takes you on a mini audio tour of the BringItBack Stage at the Vans Warped tour and the first stop of Big K.R.I.T.s Live From The Underground Tour with[...]
Episode #176
A discussion about the Google Hip-Hop on trial debate (link in the notes at hoodhype.com), the BET Awards and Prodigys - H.N.I.C. 3 is up for Blend It or Bump[...]
Episode #174
We went mobile this week and switched up the location for this episode. The names and faces havent changed and the game is still the same though, check it out[...]
Episode #172
Great topics this week including some great (and not so great) listener feedback, Hot97 vs. Nicki Minaj and Young Money, Lupe Fiasco vs. Pete Rock and Diddys son's scholarship to[...]
Episode #170 – MOLA1’s first visit to the show & Interview with Killer Mike
This week we had a special guest in the basement, Mola1 of The Definition talking and spittin some verses. We also completed the finale of HoodHypes Hip-Hop Fight Club and[...]
Episode #169
Mini-Episode! Here's some hip-hop tunes to keep you movin while youre flippin burgers and sippin that ice cold brew!
Episode #168
Somewhat abbreviated, we had to take off early this week, but there was no shortage of discussion, hip-hop fight club or music! We also dropped our official iPhone app this[...]
Episode #167
We havent dropped a mini-episode in a while! Well all that is changing starting with this very episode. From this point forward, your boys are gonna be dropping HoodHype episodes[...]
Episode #166
Midwest bracket for the hip-hop fight club this episode. What we thought would be one of our easiest, was actually one of the toughest with the biggest upsets. Make sure[...]
Episode #165
Were all back and having a great time (thanks sweet baby Jesus). Tons of new music, Hip-Hop Fight Club West Coast went down and Obie Trices Bottom's Up was on[...]
Episode #164
What we thought the Trayvon Martin case would be a single topic we'd carry through the show and it ended up taking it completely over. The episode was full of[...]
Episode #163
Phro was out this week, but Major and JMack held down the fort going into the East Coast bracket for the Hip-Hop Fight Club, discussed South By South West with[...]
Episode #162
We continued selecting our picks for the HoodHype Hip-Hop Fight Club as we wrapped up with our West Coast and Down South picks for 2012. Bracket coming soon on HoodHype.com![...]
Episode #161
We kicked off HoodHypes Hip-Hop Fight Club 2012 with our East and Midwest selections, make sure you check back next episode for South and West Coast selections! We also had[...]
Episode #160
It got overheated in the basement this week thanks to a really emotional debate over the Red Tails movie. We also discussed the return of HoodHype's hip-hop fight club, Indie[...]
Episode #159
Race was a huge topic this episode and we arent talkin NASCAR. Between the Red Tails movie, MLK Day and Phro being back to the show, it got really racial[...]
Episode #158
Its 2012 and were still here! This episode we took it back to 1998 and reviewed Jay-Zs Vol. 2 Hard Knock Life to see if it stood up to todays[...]
Episode #157
Wheres episode #156? Lost deep in the hood of the Internet. It was a special episode, but its gone. If we find it, please believe it will be posted and[...]
Episode #155
Heres an Episode to hold you all over until the next full show! Steppin Outta the Matrix to throw some different sounding tracks at yall!!
Episode #154 ft Interview with Denaun Porter and Trick Trick at Redbull Emsee
Herman Cain wasnt the only one acting scandalous this episode. Everything from childhood television shows to Michael Jackson's doctors jail time was fair game in episode 154. Also includes some[...]
Episode #153
Quite possibly one of our longest episodes to date. We were glad to be back, can you tell? We gave away copies of NBA2K12 (podcast listeners there's something special for[...]
Episode #152 – LIVE from Atlanta at the A3C Hip-Hop Festival
Our first show on location and we did it up big hosting the KonsoleKingz Gaming Lounge LIVE at the A3C Independent Hip-Hop Festival! A constant flow of interviews, convo and[...]
Episode #151
Talked about the Mayweather vs Ortiz fight, Fabolous vs. Ray J, the late Troy Davis vs. The Legal System and Jayo Felony vs. Fox News. We had J.Cole on the[...]
Episode #150
Discussing everything from the 15th anniversary of 2Pacs death to Floyd Mayweather vs. Victor Ortiz and the boys top 5 white girls in the game plus a whole lot of[...]
Episode #149
Weezys Jeggings and HoodHype's Road to A3C were the talk of the show among other things like the VMAs the Stash Box and the Lil Waynes Carter IV was on[...]
Episode #148
We talk about social media and the new power some of these celebrities have with their following, reviewed Watch The Throne for Blend It or Bump It, we had a[...]
Episode #147
Crazy episode and a long episode too! We discussed if Watch the Throne will really be leak proof, why is it so hard to pay homage in hip-hop and our[...]
Episode #146
Were back! We spun sick new music, we spoke with TRUTH Minista Paul Scott about the liquid genocide malt liquor, discussed Drake and the industry cosigning Kreayshawn based on numbers[...]
Episode #145
Discussing the death of the hip-hop Top 5, Lil B hoodwinking the industry, Casey Anthony and organizing the first official HoodHype Grill-off.
Episode #143
We had to put our last episode on hold. Were sorry. So heres a special bonus remix episode to hold you over until episode #144 which we'll be recording tomorrow![...]
Episode #144
We went in this week on damaging your liver, the White Girl Mob and the great n-word debate, a discussion on great collaboration albums and a ton of great new[...]
Episode #142
This episode we discussed live shows, Top 5 Most Boring rappers of recent, we peeped Maybach Music Group's Self Made Vol. 1 for Blend It or Bump It and police[...]
Episode #141
We talked all hip-hop this episode. Everything from the validity of Odd Future to Common at the White House to Prodigy's audio book. And a WHOLE lot in between.
Episode #140
It seemed we were cursed by the technical difficulty demons this episode, but we still pulled through it. With the recent news of Osama bin Ladens death we strayed from[...]
Episode #139
Phro was out but that didnt stop us from having a great show! We had Jesse the ghost writer from Rap Rebirth for a quick interview, we jumped in the[...]
Episode #138
Wild show this week. Discussing your favorite tracks to swoon the females, racial stereotyping on t.v., trannies (yeah trannies) a lot of great music, blend it or bump it and[...]
Episode #137
Back off the sickness and we throw you all another curve ball as we run half the show in the basement and then we took it to the road as[...]
Episode #136
Heres a mini-episode. After 5 months of planning, meetings, discussions, money, time and energy, Major and I came down coincidentally at the EXACT same time with some whicked I dont[...]
Episode #135
Inspired by our trip to South By South West this year (catch us down there March 17-20) we loaded up this episode with music features by artists who will be[...]
Episode #134
The long awaited conclusion to our Hip-Hop Fight Club! Who do you have winning? Print out your own bracket at http://www.hoodhype.com/fightclub. This episode we discussed the Grammies, Eminems Superbowl commercial,[...]
Episode #133
Crazy episode we discussed Fight Clubs Midwest bracket, SNLs biggest ratings in years, Black History Month and we got into a crazy debate over Talib Kweli's album Gutter Rainbows which[...]
Episode #132
Racial topics galore, HoodHype Fight Club: Down South bracket, Phro almost stabs JMack and JMack challenges Phro to a beer drinking duel...
Episode #131
We're excited to be back for our first show of 2011! In this ep we talked about Cipha Sounds getting suspended at Hot97, Ghostface's Apollo Kids was on the chopping[...]
Episode #130
Okay maybe Episode 129 WASNT our last show of 2010. But this one is. Enjoy some of our favorite tracks from past episodes of this year and make sure you[...]
Episode #129
We kicked things off with the Hip Hop Fight Club's East Coast bracket, and youll be surprised to find out who came out on top. We also got into the[...]
Episode #128
This episode we kicked off our new mini-series, HoodHypes Hip-Hop Fight Club, Kanyes new album was on the chopping block for Blend it or Bump it, we discussed this years[...]
Episode #127
The boys are back! This episode was a special one as we discussed racism against postal workers, Drake getting knuckled up by Weezy, a listener submitted Stash Box and we[...]
Episode #126
Five years weve been doing this. A simple thank you would never be enough for your support and listening to our show. To kick off our fifth year episode we[...]
Episode #125
Phro brought "AGoody" back to the basement with a complete collection of liquor. Needless to say the show kicked off to a great start. We spun some incredible music, JMack[...]
Episode #124
What a crazy show. Seriously, we went in and delivered three full hours of show for that ass! Complete with an interview with Strange Musics latest signee Jay Rock to[...]
Episode #124 ft. Interview with Jay Rock
What a crazy show. Seriously, we went in and delivered three full hours of show for that ass! Complete with an interview with Strange Musics latest signee Jay Rock to[...]
Episode #123
Back with another one, we discussed everything from Ines Sainz to JMacks neighbors stealing his prescription pain killers to white people using the N-Word. Yes that argument again, with a[...]
Episode #122
We were without Phro this week (hes off on a beach somewhere in the Caribbean), but that doesnt mean we cant still chill in the basement with our friends .KOM[...]
Episode #121 ft Interview with Big KRIT
Aside from our long awaited interview with the infamous independent and more recently recently Def Jam signee Big K.R.I.T., we had a real good time this episode seeing Phro off[...]
Episode #120
Heres a mini-episode featuring music that you can play safely around young kids and some music your mom would smack you in the back of the head for playing around[...]
Episode #119
Back with another episode with tons of great music. This week we touched on everything from Laurence Fishburnes daughter Chippy D going into porn to JMack getting called out by[...]
Episode #118
Mini-Episode till the next full show next week! Featuring music from Big Tone, HISD, Little Brother and more! Get at us anytime at facebook.com/hoodhype or twitter.com/hoodhype!
Episode #117
Were finally back at it with some giveaways, having a good time and as always spinning some GREAT music!
Episode #116
Here it is, another mini-show to hold you guys over till the next live show. This week I selected a playlist of songs I like to bump on the express[...]
Episode #115
Sticking to the promise that we are stepping it up around here, here’s the first of many mini-episodes to come. We do the “big show” every couple weeks, but because[...]
Episode #113
We had alot of fun with this one as we jumped in on music Scarface vs VH-1, Dame Dash getting Roc back and more. Everything was going great for yet[...]
Episode #112
We had everyones favorite boxing analyst Snoop EZ in the house hanging out hot off the Floyd Mayweather Sr. interview to talk everything from the tight jeans trend to indie[...]
Episode #112 ft. Interview with B.o.B. and Playboy Tre
We had everyones favorite boxing analyst Snoop EZ in the house hanging out hot off the Floyd Mayweather Sr. interview to talk everything from the tight jeans trend to indie[...]
Episode #111 ft Interview with Tech N9ne
We had a crazy show this episode, not to mention a special snippet of a MASSIVE Tech N9ne interview well be dropping right here on the blog real soon. During[...]
Episode #110
For those of you who frequent the site, you may have caught on to the April Fools prank we pulled this April 1st. For those who dont, earlier last week[...]
Episode #110 ft. Interview with Danny Brown and Stat Quo
For those of you who frequent the site, you may have caught on to the April Fools prank we pulled this April 1st. For those who dont, earlier last week[...]
Episode #109
A different kind of episode than what weve done in a while! We were flyin in duo mode this episode but we loaded up with a gang of hot music.[...]
Episode #108
Had a good time this episode with special guest and unsung hero behind the scenes at HoodHype, the homie D in the house. Had some good drinks, Playboy Tre stopped[...]
Episode #107
What a fun show! We all had a great time, especially after Shay Johnson and CJ aka KingSoul from KonsoleKingz.com dropped in to talk about Konsole Kingz brand new iPhone[...]
Episode #107 ft Shay “Buckeye” Johnson
What a fun show! We all had a great time, especially after Shay Johnson and CJ aka KingSoul from KonsoleKingz.com dropped in to talk about Konsole Kingz brand new iPhone[...]
Episode #106
Woooooooooooah. In December 2009 a listener of the show by the name of Seargant Chucky Bob, who happens to be serving right now for the US Airforce over in Iraq[...]
Episode #105
Our first show since we got back from CES (Consumer Electronics Show) in Las Vegas and there were absolutely no shortage of good stories for you! We talked about the[...]
Episode #104
Our first in-house guests, we had .KOM (Kingz Of The Mic) in the house with us to discuss the New Year, Funk Flexs rude twitter comments, the Jay-Z freemason conspiracy[...]
Episode #104 ft. Interview with Crooked I
Our first in-house guests, we had .KOM (Kingz Of The Mic) in the house with us to discuss the New Year, Funk Flexs rude twitter comments, the Jay-Z freemason conspiracy[...]
Episode #103
Featuring alot of discussion on the Tiger Woods situation, Eminems Relapse Refill and XXLs Top 100 Hip-Hop sites list. We also had the opportunity to welcome Freddie Gibbs to the[...]
Episode #102
Man we had a LOT of fun this episode, so we can only hope you have as much fun listening as we had recording it. We discussed everything from the[...]
Episode #102 ft. Interview with Pill
Man we had a LOT of fun this episode, so we can only hope you have as much fun listening as we had recording it. We discussed everything from the[...]
Episode #101
We were definitely in rare form as equipment malfunctioned, Phro went on a few of his classic rants and everything seemed to fall apart at times. Maybe you wont even[...]
Episode #100 Part 2
We spun some more music, spoke on the most hated moments of past shows, Gucci Mane, and theres even a special t-shirt giveaway in there for all you podcast listeners.[...]
Episode #100 Part 1
Part 1 of Episode #100 of the HoodHype show! Were 4 years old! This special episode features some FIRE music, our favorite clips from past episodes and an exclusive interview[...]
Episode #100 Part 1 ft. Interview with Royce Da 5’9″
Part 1 of Episode #100 of the HoodHype show! Were 4 years old! This special episode features some FIRE music, our favorite clips from past episodes and an exclusive interview[...]
Episode #99
One episode away from number 100 its episode 99! We are one episode away from the triple digits and our four year anniversary! Its hard to believe weve been at[...]
Episode #98
This was actually an incredibly long show that we cut quite a bit short to keep from overloading your computers and ipods. In this episode we spun ALOT of music[...]
Episode #97
Phro was back in the house while we took calls, paid a visit to Tres Corner, peeped the stash box and spoke on everything from new album releases to beautiful[...]
Episode #96 ft. Interview with Q of WorldStarHipHop
Were back with a loaded show featuring an interview with Q the infamous CEO and Owner of WorldStarHipHop.com We also asked the question, does the South even care about lyrics[...]
Episode #95
Speaking on Nas vs Kelis, our visit to the Great Hangover tour stop in Detroit, and the Kool-Aid debate and more. We also caught up with Playboy Tre again as[...]
Episode #93
This episode Michael Jackson was without a doubt, a topic of discussion amongst many other things. Phro was back in the building and we had alot of fun playing a[...]
Episode #92
Back in the building! Or…well…on the website! We had a great episode which not only featured some hot new indie tracks, but we also got a chance to catch up[...]
Episode #91 ft. Interview with Bobby Creekwater
Had a GREAT time, more fun than usual this time. Even though all of our scheduled interviews completely fell through, it was a great time. After going back and forth[...]
Episode #90
We fought like hell this episode, specifically over the credibility and quality of the new Eminem album. The show ended up becoming an all-out piss fest. We had alot of[...]
Episode #89
This episode we spoke with FWMJ, owner of RappersIKnow.com and design guru over at New Yorks Hot97 to talk about his site and some of the label politics hip-hop radio[...]
Episode #88
Changing the format a little, weve moved the LIVE show to Thursdays which opens up alot of doors for us to deliver you an even better episode of HoodHype. Unfortunately[...]
Episode #88 ft. Interview with Byron Crawford
Changing the format a little, weve moved the LIVE show to Thursdays which opens up alot of doors for us to deliver you an even better episode of HoodHype. Unfortunately[...]
Episode #87
This episode we spoke on March Madness, Eminems return, Jadakiss most recent album, Bishop Lamonts label rumors and a whole lot more. You know we couldnt do an episode without[...]
Episode #86
Featuring and interview with listener voted winner of Episode #84 B.A.S.H.W.O.N. for his track The Water as well as a real thorough interview with Noreaga AKA N.O.R.E. We spoke with[...]
Episode #86 ft. Interview with Noreaga
Featuring and interview with listener voted winner of Episode #84 B.A.S.H.W.O.N. for his track The Water as well as a real thorough interview with Noreaga AKA N.O.R.E. We spoke with[...]
Episode #85
Featuring interviews with winner of Episode #83, Cash Clepto as well as a VERY welcome surpise caller Mr. Chi-City! Also, another edition of Tres Corner with Playboy Tre. And you[...]
Episode #84
Featuring interviews with Miss Nana (Winner of Episode 84 and Best of 2008 Finalist), Shady/Interscopes Bobby Creekwater and Detroit legend and 1/4 of Slaughterhouse, Royce Da 5 9. We also[...]
Episode #83
Congratulations to listeners choice “Best of 2008″ series Rideout and Terry Cole for taking the win! Had all kinds of fun this time around with Tres Corner, The Stash Box[...]
Episode #82
HoodHypes Best of 2008: Listeners Choice continues with PART 2 of the series getting us one step closer to your favorite pick of 2008 that weve spun on the HoodHype[...]
Episode #81
Listeners Choice: Best of 2008 - PART 1 went off without a hitch! Special thanks to everyone who came through to the LIVE show and chatted, texted and called in[...]
Episode #80
This week we talked about the best and worst things that went down in 2008. Which included talk on Auto-tune, Barack Obama, the music of 2008 and more. We spoke[...]
Episode #79 ft. Interview with Black Milk
Were back with a racially charged episode of the show featuring and interview with Detroits own Black Milk, some great music and some BIG announcements that we are really excited[...]
Episode #78
Major, JMack and Phro went in real hard on Lil Wayne vs 50 Cent this episode and got some good caller feedback to go in on it. Special guests this[...]
Episode #77
Great show featuring an interview with K.Sparks winner of Episode 75 as well as a special guest interview with former Shady Aftermath recording artist Stat Quo. Six bangin new underground[...]
Episode #77 ft. Interview with Stat Quo
Great show featuring an interview with K.Sparks winner of Episode 75 as well as a special guest interview with former Shady Aftermath recording artist Stat Quo. Six bangin new underground[...]
Episode #76
Barack Obama FTW! We popped some champagne to celebrate and discussed the Bishop Lamont Interview we did that everyone is going off on and much more! Make sure you jump[...]
Episode #76 ft. Interview with Bishop Lamont
Barack Obama FTW! We popped some champagne to celebrate and discussed the Bishop Lamont Interview we did that everyone is going off on and much more! Make sure you jump[...]
Episode #75
Probably one of the most fun times weve had on the show. Featuring an interview with Double-O of Kidz In The Hall. Tune in, get in on the convo and[...]
Episode #75 ft. Interview with Double O of Kidz in the Hall
Probably one of the most fun times weve had on the show. Featuring an interview with Double-O of Kidz In The Hall. Tune in, get in on the convo and[...]
Episode #74
Shouts to everyone who came in the chat and tuned in. Major got Willie the Kid on the phone to talk about his come up in the game as well[...]
Episode #73
Major and JMack talk best and worst album art, get an update from King Soul of KonsoleKingz.com live at the BET Hip-Hop awards, talk with Ryne from SLAMOnline.com and Vin[...]
Episode #72
We decided to step it up and start bringing you guys shows every week! Fridays we will be trying out these smaller shows with mostly mainstream music, no voting, and[...]
Episode #71
Welcoming the new website, new show features talking everything from Sarah Palin and rotten females to Las Vegas and a special guest shout out from Barack Obama (apparently he has[...]
Episode #70
Our first show LIVE on UStream video, AOL Radio AS WELL as the podcast! We had a great time this episode and Phro is finally back in the building. Spinning[...]
Episode #69 ft. Interview with Joe Budden
We jumped this episode off immediately with an interview with Joe Budden just before he got on a plane, so we were immediately in rare form this time around. Major[...]
Episode #68
Episode 68 was all about having fun and touching on the topic of the age gap in hip-hop. Early in the show we spoke with the winner of Episode 67[...]
Episode #67 Part 1
This episode was recorded about 3 weeks ago as we took our annual summer break. But were back! This episode was loaded with great music and we had alot of[...]
Episode #67 Part 1 ft. Interview with Bishop Lamont
This episode was recorded about 3 weeks ago as we took our annual summer break. But were back! This episode was loaded with great music and we had alot of[...]
Episode #66
We"re back in the building with some fire music for yall this week. This episode we got into the MTV "Top 10 Hottest MCs" list and ripped it to shreds[...]
Episode #65
Episode 65 was a crazy one. The show itself ended up being 3 hours, but luckily after some editing we managed to get it down to a more manageable hour[...]
Episode #65 ft. Interview with Killer Mike
Episode 65 was a crazy one. The show itself ended up being 3 hours, but luckily after some editing we managed to get it down to a more manageable hour[...]
Episode #64
A three hour show. It was three hours long. We kicked off the show with an interview with last episodes vote winner, Lungz for his track "Am I Black Enough[...]
Episode #63
Its been almost a month since the entire HH crew got together for an episode so we were ampd up and ready to go. We got things started by congratulating[...]
Episode #62
Episode 62 is here and aptly titled The Amazing Race considering 80 percent of this entire show was discussion about racial subject matter. Special guests this episode include the hottest[...]
Episode #61
You know we couldnt really come up with a title for this one. We were all over the place this show but had a damn good time. We spoke to[...]
Episode #60
As you can tell from the title, this was our first-ever live show. We streamed our show live via ustream.tv and had a chance to get some real-time interaction with[...]
Episode #60 ft. Interview with Joell Ortiz & Buckshot of Boot Camp Clik
As you can tell from the title, this was our first-ever live show. We streamed our show live via ustream.tv and had a chance to get some real-time interaction with[...]
Episode #59
A solid show for yall this week. They were all over the place but spoke mostly on the old high school days... skipping school, drinking. Kinda breakin in the new[...]
Episode #58 ft. Interview with Bishop Lamont
With three hours of equipment problems, and a couple interviews falling through Episode #58 got off to a rough start, but we managed to hold it down and put together[...]
Episode #57
This episode touched on alot of different things including “balance” between concious rap on the show versus gangsta rap. The show kicked off to a good start with an interview[...]
Episode #56
This week we spoke with Aftermath Records newest member Bishop Lamont. We talked about all his free mixtapes, upcoming albums, Stat Quos mixtapes, Dres Detox album and his feature on[...]
Episode #55
Whats up yall. Were back for Episode #55 and JMack, Phro and Major touched on everything! We got things started by talking with SINcere, the winner from Episode #53. Next,[...]
Episode #55 ft. Interview with Rich Boy
Whats up yall. Were back for Episode #55 and JMack, Phro and Major touched on everything! We got things started by talking with SINcere, the winner from Episode #53. Next,[...]
Episode #54
This week we talked about Scratch Magazine shutting down, the light skinned black people party, some fresh indie albums dropping and some hot new music! We also wanted to thank[...]
Episode #53
JMack, Phro, and I were back at it this week, and this show is SERIOUS! To get things started we discussed our nomination for a VH-1 Hip-Hop Honors award. Later[...]
Episode #52
The FULL crew is back and weve got it strapped with eight BANGIN underground hip-hop tracks which makes Episode 52 a monster show! Major, JMack and Phro talked about how[...]
Episode #51
While the cats are away the mice will play! JMack went solo this show while Major is out of town to bring you some of his past favorite joints on[...]
Episode #50 – Miami Pt 2 ft Interview with Billy Corben
Part 2 of 2 of Block 2 Block Series-Miami: An exclusive interview with Billy Corben, the Director of Cocaine Cowboys, the documentary that covers Miamis infamous drug trade and how[...]
Episode #50 – Miami Pt 1 ft. Interview with Cool & Dre
Part 1 of 2 of Block 2 Block Series-Miami: Episode 50 is here baby! We kicked off our 7 city hip-hop tour in M.I.A., and talked about Miamis hip-hop transition.[...]
Episode #49
This week Major went for dolo, without JMack or Phro, but he still kept it poppin. Major covered recent hip-hop news such as Interscope bullying hip-hop blogs, and the Remy[...]
Episode #49 ft. Interview with Collie Buddz
This week Major went for dolo, without JMack or Phro, but he still kept it poppin. Major covered recent hip-hop news such as Interscope bullying hip-hop blogs, and the Remy[...]
Episode #48
Were back at it this week after having some scheduling issues for the last couple weeks. We kicked things off with our new Hoodhype intro provided to us by the[...]
Episode #47
Sorry for the delay on getting this show out, but its finally here. JMack, Phro and myself got together before the Floyd Mayweather vs. Oscar De La Hoya mega-fight to[...]
Episode #46
JMack and I were at it again, and this episode was "out of control"! This week we were joined in the studio by a special guest host, my homie Snoop-E[...]
Episode #45
We had so much to talk about this show we couldnt even get to it all. The Imus controversy and its impact on the hip-hop world was front and center[...]
Episode #44
Recording an episode shouldnt be this much damn fun, but JMack, Phro, and I had a ball putting this one down! The three of us tossed back some beers and[...]