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Come for the beef (0:00), stay for the PARTYNEXTDOOR catalog deep dive (17:55), JT cheat code explanation (47:31), and theory on how paid promo is leading to the colonization of Hip Hop (1:10:49).
This week's music in order played is Tommy Richman's "Million Dollar Baby," PARTYNEXTDOOR "Bad Intentions," Normani "1:59," and Hardrock "Clear The Store." -
[AI Generated Episode Description] On the latest explosive UNHEARD episode, the cohosts are fiercely divided over Drake's latest gambit: employing AI in his ongoing feud with Kendrick Lamar and the rap world. Is it cutting-edge or just cringeworthy (0:37)? Up next, they dive deep into Future & Metro Boomin's 'We Still Don't Trust You'—what's the verdict (24:20)? The action takes a deep look into the music industry when Vance leads the way in defining line between superfandom and standom , following the release of an AI-generated Playboi Carti album and UMG's bold new strategy reveal (39:23).
This week's music in order played is Paco Panama's "Rap Shit Easy," Nascent & Orion Sun's "Big Brown Eyes" & CLIP's "Lowkey." -
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We're sorry. Sorry for pushing Beyoncé's 'Cowboy Carter' review to so late in the episode (1:02:34). Sorry for not thinking too highly of the latest from Bryson Tiller (50:50) and Concrete Boys (56:05). Sorry for using the term "Q1" when looking back on the first three months of music in 2024 (27:53). And most importantly, we want to apologize for starting Episode 150 off by talking about a beef that one side doesn't want to be in (2:41).
UNHEARD songs in order played this episode is Real Slummy "Minding My Business", serpentwithfeet "Safe Word," and Remi Wolf "Cinderella." -
The trio wastes no time discussing the Future + Metro Boomin + Kendrick Lamar + Drake-sized elephant in the room (0:50). From beef to reviews, the latest from Future & Metro Boomin (17:42), Tyla (21:21), and SiR (42:32) share the spotlight throughout the episode. Did Karrahboo fumble her momentum (27:31)? The episode is wrapped up with a trip to Club Chay Chay where Drake and Future's 2015 project 'What A Time To Be Alive' is the topic of discussion (32:30).
This week's UNHEARDs in order played is Leon Thomas "Treasure In The Hills," Ojerime "2 Much Pride" & TraviS & Elzzz "Blockbuster." -
Episode 148 starts with rave reviews on the latest from Sexyy Red, Tierra Whack, Lazer Dim 700 and PartyNextDoor (2:56). Those rave reviews beget the question: is there reason to be suspicious towards all of the much good music being released at a time when so many music industry professionals are being laid off (14:38)? This week's Club Chay Chay sets the table for Future & Metro Boomin's upcoming double album by revisiting Future's first installation of his classic back-to-back album run in 2017 (37:07).
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A State of Rap Address kicks off this week's episode, with the trio highlighting three subsets they see propping up the genre: Sexy Drill, Odecore, Independent lyricists (1:11). Reviews on the latest from Faye Webster (27:28), Ariana Grande (37:03), Schoolboy Q (48:23), and BashfortheWorld (52:25). Was 4batz signing to OVO a good move (1:00:12)? Plus much more!
This week's music in order played was Cash Cobain's "Fisherr," MIKE's "On Good," BashfortheWorld's "Face Card," and Faye Webster's "Wanna Quit All the Time." -
The third annual label draft is here, filled with trades, reaches, steals, and predictions of which artists will make 2024.
Music in order played is Draft Day "ON THE RISE," skaiwater "run," Headie One "Socials," YTB Fatt "Secrets." -
4batz is one of the most talked about artists of 2024, but what does that really mean (1:43)? The Omah Lay situation (21:03). Can an album be a 10/10 with no skips (28:14)? Club Chay Chay goes diamond, as Chance leads the way on revisiting Drake's 2011 album 'Take Care'(36:49). Industry Shit forces the trio to pick a side: Beyoncé or songwriters (53:34).
This week's music in order played is Erika de Casier "Believe It," Qendresa "2 Much," Omah Lay "Damn," and Isaiah Falls "Florida Baby" and Tskinz "Selling Dreams" -
Vance kicks off the return pod by disavowing the industry in favor of his ears while critiquing the latest from Yeat, '2093' (2:00). The trio comes to a consensus on Kanye West & Ty Dolla $ign's 'Vultures 1' (14:25). Wait, what's going on with the YSL case (26:13)? The episode wraps with the introduction of a new segment Club Chay Chay, as Chance leads the way on navigating the first Spotify Classics list (40:29).
Music in order played is Lancey Foux "No Intro," Fredo Bang "Not My Ho/Keep It PimpN," Hook "How I Felt," and Loe Shimmy "Murda Dance."
Episode 144 | "Yeat, Ye & YSL" -
Great music talk — just listen. Or don't. (please do).
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Vance starts this week's episode with a question most people have probably never considered: Is globalization in music a good thing(4:04)? Inspired by a viral tweet, the trio lists classics that aren't universally regarded as classics but should be(13:33). What should fans look forward to ahead of Teezo Touchdown's debut album and Lancey Foux's first project post "MMM HMM" (22:19)? Plus much much more.
This week's UNHEARDs in order played is Deuceworld "visions²," Teezo Touchdown "You Thought," and Flee "SHUT UP." -
With the year 2/3 completed, who are some of the frontrunners for Rap MVP, R&B MVP, Rap Rookie of the Year, and R&B Rookie of the Year (0:50)? The trio reviews the latest new music from Brent Faiyaz & Coco Jones (19:25), Hardrock (26:43), and Fridayy (30:41). Taj attempts to debunk Spotify's Monthly Listener stat (40:04). And in true UNHEARD fashion, a topic that got swept under — YouTube teaming up with UMG to launch a Music AI incubator — gets dissected (45:38). Plus much more scattered throughout!
This week's music in order played is Veeze "How Tf I'm Rookie," Vayda "Asap," Olivia Dean "Dive," and YTB FATT "Get Back." -
Travis Scott 'UTOPIA' review (1:20) and what is his place in Hip-Hop if he's not "the rage guy?" From Chance's label to Vance's label, the return of J Hus with 'Beautiful And Brutal Yard' stirs up classic talk (21:08). Taj explains why he thinks the touring dominance of Taylor Swift, Beyoncé, and Drake may spell doom for middle-class artists (31:22). One year of Ice Spice and the story of how Drake revived Lil Yachty's career through the power of friendship close out the episode(49:47).
This week's UNHEARDs in order played is J Hus "Nice Body," LEE. "Kontrol" and Tommy Richman "30 Til Midnight." -
Chance has spoken — the 2023 rap drought has ended. He and Vance rave over the latest from Veeze and Rylo Rodriguez before disagreeing on Uzi's 'Pink Tape' (0:57). Taj points out the current impact of the 2016 XXL class and asks if they somehow surpassed the viral hype (24:54). Vance and Taj relish over Lucki leaving the underground nest. Did Eem Triplin beat the flow allegations? (44:00). Plus predictions for Travis Scott's 'Utopia' and much more.
This week's music in order played is Veeze "Robert de Niro," Rylo Rodriguez "Unfuckwittable," KP Sywalka "INNA MIX," and Eem Triplin "WASTED TIMES." -
The back-to-back releases of Gunna's 'a Gift & a Curse' and Young Thug's 'BUSINESS IS BUSINESS' leaves the trio split (0:20). The state of Rap in 2023 takes over the rest of the pod, with topics like XXL's 2023 Freshman class (25:40), viral tweets about Sexyy Redd, Biggie and Ye (30:05), and Coi Leray's sample-filled new album, 'Coi'(38:52).
This week's music in order played is Oodaredevil "Kimjun," Jenn Carter "Fetty," and Navy Blue "22!" -
Vance capes for Drake (0:57). Reviews on the new Rob49(5:50), Janelle Monáe (16:50), Maeta & more (17:56). Some questions that the trio answer: Who are the JR Smith's of rap? Will human DJ's make a come back against playlists? Why are women rappers dominating the summer over men? Plus much more.
This week's music in order played is J Hus "Who Told You", Karrahboo "Money Counter," Doe Boy "Kardashians" and BLK ODYSSY "PINK MARMALADE." -
Is mainstream Gunna done (0:45)? Vance and Taj speculate on a Kendrick Lamar and Baby Keem collab project and whether or not their latest track adds to the years-long Drake beef (10:18). Vance thinks Latto has found her lane with "Put It On Da Floor Again" (17:25), and Chance fears Da Baby nostalgia (22:36). Which version of Summer Walker is the best version of Summer Walker: Neo Soul Summer, R&B Superstar or both (33:01)? Plus much more.
This week's music in order played is Gunna "Bread & Butter," K4ci "Hennessy," 4kmicheal "Miss The Rain," and DEUCEWORLD "2:22" -
Fresh off the release of his latest EP, 'Cascade', singer/songwriter Kyle Lux joins this week's episode to talk what it takes to bring a project to life. Things start with a deep dive into Kyle's years-long journey to make 'Cascade' (2:30). Vance pivots the convo to the creative process at large, which leads to the question of how does one start their magnum opus (21:09)? The episode wraps up with everyone joining forces to make an actual project, a 10-track playlist featuring Kyle and some of his inspirations.
This week's music in order played is: Kyle Lux "Casual Encounters," "Like Me," "Wonderful," and "Lightyear." -
The word of the day to start this episode is "grace" — who deserves it more: Frank Ocean or his Coachella fans (0:40)? Chance's years-long prediction of NBA Youngboy becoming the best/biggest rapper alive may have finally come true after 'Don't Try This At Home.' (20:17). The label trade deadline is here (40:13). Plus the yearly "women are out rapping men this year" viral tweet has arrived, courtesy of Carl Cherry (42:06).
This episode's music in order played is Pi'erre Bourne "George Lopez," 4kmicheal "TRUSS," Kyle Lux "Lover Loaded Fantasy," and Jorja Smith "Try Me." -
Chance calls Daniel Caesar "S-tier," "generational" and a "superstar" — not everyone agrees (1:00). Is 2023 the year albums die? Not everyone agrees (27:02). After the release of "Search & Rescue," Taj compares Drake to a great TV show and asks "when should the show end?" Not everyone agrees (43:50). Plus much more.
This week's music in order played is 454 "Tales From The Hood," Coco & Clair Clair "U + Me," SAFE "Downtown Freestyle" and Rae Stremmurd "Origami (Hotties)." - Visa fler