Break It Down

Episode # 66 w/Ryan from "Man Bites Dog Records" Ryan, the founder and CEO of Man Bites Dog Records joins us today to discuss the slew of dope Hip-Hop albums they've been releasing the last several months and years. To download/purchase any Man Bites Dog Records albums and material check out https://www.manbitesdogrecords.com/ or you can go to Bandcamp - https://manbitesdogrecs.bandcamp.com/ Follow Man Bites Dog Records on YouTube - Twitter - Instagram - Facebook Follow Own Lane Music on YouTube – Twitter – Instagram – Facebook for more Break It Down episodes and real hip-hop content. Hosted by DJ WorksHard Presented by Own Lane Music. Copyright Own Lane Media LLC 2021.

Break It Down Episode # 65 w/KORE “Rapscallions" Ft EMS prod by Agent Dan KORE is long time member of EMS, an amazing MC, vocalist, producer, lyricist, artist and all around great human being.  Today we break down the EMS smash "Rapscallions", shot, recorded and edited in Germany while on tour. Agent Dan provides the beats as well as direction behind the camera on this track featuring fellow EMS members M-Dot & Revalation and some hilarious stories for the backdrop leading up to "Rapscallions." Watch "Rapscallions" on YouTube. Listen to Rapscallions on iTunes - Spotify Check out KORE's Bandcamp for more of his music or Soundcloud for some older gems. Follow KORE on Twitter – Instagram - Facebook Follow Own Lane Music on YouTube – Twitter – Instagram – Facebook for more Break It Down episodes and real hip-hop content. Hosted by DJ WorksHard Presented by Own Lane Music. Copyright Own Lane Media LLC 2021.

Break It Down Episode #64 w/M-Dot “Thunderslap" Ft Celph Titled, DZ The Unknown, Big Shug & Esoteric prod by C-Lance M-DOT is an award winning MC that represents Boston.  He's also an engineer, producer, artist and member of the New England hip-hop collective EMS. In this episode we break down "Thunderslap" a smash track with some heavyweights featuring Celph Titled, DZ The Unknown, Big Shug & Esoteric prod by C-Lance check out this dope song on M-Dot's recently released "Dining In Dystopia." Listen to "Thunderslap" on YouTube - Spotify - iTunes Purchase "Dining In Dystopia" on M-Dot's Bandcamp Listen to "Dining In Dystopia" on Spotify or Apple Music Follow M-Dot on YouTube – Twitter – Instagram - Facebook Subscribe to M-Dot's newsletter by messaging M-Dot or Own Lane Music through our social media channels. Follow Own Lane Music on YouTube – Twitter – Instagram – Facebook for more Break It Down episodes and real hip-hop content. Hosted by DJ WorksHard. Presented by Own Lane Music. Copyright Own Lane Media LLC 2021.

Break It Down Episode #63 w/Revalation “The Snap!" Revalation is a Puerto Rican Hip-Hop artist that hails from New Bedford, MA (by way of Bronx, NYC). Rev is part of the New England rap collective "EMS" (aka Experimental MindState). His sound is self-described as "Golden Era with a twist of New School, balled into a cohesive package."  In todays episode we discuss "The Snap!" a banger from Rev x GoD iLLa produced by Gajos from Poland. Listen to "The Snap!" on iTunes - Spotify Rev's latest album with God Illa "RevILLutionAries" is available now!! Follow Rev on YouTube – Twitter – Instagram - Facebook Follow GoD iLLa on Twitter – Instagram - Facebook Follow Own Lane Music on YouTube – Twitter – Instagram – Facebook for more Break It Down episodes and real hip-hop content. Hosted by DJ WorksHard. Presented by Own Lane Music. Copyright Own Lane Media LLC 2021.

Break It Down Episode #62 w/Lateb "The Wolf" Lateb is an incredible lyricist, mc, vocalist and known for his ferocious rhymes. Today we break down "The Wolf" the latest banger from Lateb with production from Arcitype. Lateb has a few projects on the way and recently released the video for The Wolf. Watch "The Wolf" on YouTube video by Sando Films. Listen to "The Wolf" on all platforms. Follow Lateb on IG | Twitter | Facebook Check out Lateb's recently released album 'UNDONE' produced entirely by L.O.B. available on iTunes & Spotify Follow Own Lane Music on YouTube – Twitter – Instagram – Facebook for more Break It Down episodes and real hip-hop content. Hosted by DJ WorksHard. Presented by Own Lane Music. Copyright Own Lane Media LLC 2021.

Break It Down Episode #61 w/DJ Deadeye "Intervention" DJ Deadeye has performed all over the world spinning for the likes of fellow Lawtown spitters Termanology, Reks & ST Da Squad, Slaine, Big Shug, MOP, House of Pain and Method Man & Redman. In this episode we break down "Intervention" the latest album from Deadeye featuring Celph Titled, Blacastan, Reef The Lost Cauze, Estee Nack, ST Da Squad and many many more. Listen to "Intervention" on iTunes - Spotify Follow DJ Deadeye on Twitter – Instagram - Facebook Follow Own Lane Music on YouTube – Twitter – Instagram – Facebook for more Break It Down episodes and real hip-hop content. Hosted by DJ WorksHard. Presented by Own Lane Music. Copyright Own Lane Media LLC 2021.

Break It Down Episode #60 w/MC Shan "Informer" MC Shan is an Old School Hip-Hop Legend and responsible for some of Hip-Hop's classic rhymes and songs. In this episode we get into "Informer" a track by Snow and MC Shan (which Shan also produced). We discuss how he met Snow, produced his entire first album, and how he feels about Daddy Yankee sampling the track. Listen to "Informer" on iTunes - Spotify Follow MC Shan on YouTube – Instagram - Facebook Follow Own Lane Music on YouTube – Twitter – Instagram – Facebook for more Break It Down episodes and real hip-hop content. Hosted by DJ WorksHard. Presented by Own Lane Music. Copyright Own Lane Media LLC 2021.

Break It Down Episode #59 w/MC Shan "The Bridge" MC Shan is an Old School Hip-Hop Legend and responsible for some of Hip-Hop's classic rhymes and songs. Today we get into "The Bridge" one of the most parodied Hip-Hop songs of all times and responsible for setting off "The Bridge Wars."  We talk about how Shan & Marley conceived this joint, it's impact 35 years later and how life is for Shan in Atlanta. Listen to "The Bridge" on iTunes - Spotify - YouTube Follow MC Shan on YouTube – Instagram - Facebook Follow Own Lane Music on YouTube – Twitter – Instagram – Facebook for more Break It Down episodes and real hip-hop content. Hosted by DJ WorksHard. Presented by Own Lane Music. Copyright Own Lane Media LLC 2021.

Break It Down Episode #58 w/Revalation “Ruffian Rap" Revalation is a Puerto Rican Hip-Hop artist that hails from New Bedford, MA (by way of Bronx, NYC). Rev is part of the New England rap collective "EMS" (aka Experimental MindState). His sound is self-described as "Golden Era with a twist of New School, balled into a cohesive package."  Today we get into "Ruffian Rap", Rev's latest feature and single off B Leafs recently released album "The Synopsis". The track features Jamil Honesty, Intel Selektah and the legendary DJ Decepta. Listen to "Ruffian Rap" on iTunes - Spotify Rev's latest album with God Illa "RevILLutionAries" is available now!! Follow Rev on YouTube – Twitter – Instagram - Facebook Follow Own Lane Music on YouTube – Twitter – Instagram – Facebook for more Break It Down episodes and real hip-hop content. Hosted by DJ WorksHard. Presented by Own Lane Music. Copyright Own Lane Media LLC 2021.

Break It Down Episode # 57 w/KORE “5TAR" KORE is long time member of EMS, an amazing MC, vocalist, producer, lyricist, artist and all around great human being.  He recently wrote/recorded/filmed/edited "5TAR" (Five Star) and is Kore at his finest delivering flows and melodies and of course great stories breaking down this track. Watch "5TAR" on YouTube. Listen to KOREiculum on iTunes - Spotify Check out KORE's Bandcamp for more of his music or Soundcloud for some older gems. Follow KORE on Twitter – Instagram - Facebook Follow Own Lane Music on YouTube – Twitter – Instagram – Facebook for more Break It Down episodes and real hip-hop content. Hosted by DJ WorksHard Presented by Own Lane Music. Copyright Own Lane Media LLC 2021.

Break It Down EP #56 w/Messiah Kaine "The House Always Wins" Messiah Kaine is one half of The Tangiers representing Springfield and Western Mass.  Their debut album "The House Always Wins" is available now!! In today's episode we discuss "The House Always Wins," how the album came about with producers, Kaines long history with Benefit of EMS and what else is in store for the Tangiers. Stream "The House Always Wins" on Spotify or iTunes Follow Messiah Kaine on Instagram Follow Own Lane Music on YouTube – Twitter – Instagram – Facebook for more Break It Down episodes and real hip-hop content. Hosted by DJ WorksHard. Presented by Own Lane Music. Copyright Own Lane Media LLC 2021.

Break It Down Episode #55 w/Cesar "1 World Magazine" Part 2 Cesar is an OG in the Hip-Hop world having written over 2000 artist interviews and album reviews going back to the late 90's and has kept the print form alive with 1 World Magazine. In this 2 part episode we discuss what it takes to publish a magazine, what artists can do to invest in themselves, why 1 World Magazine is much different from contemporary Hip-Hop media outlets and the love for this music that shines with each artist and every issue released. For more information and to get the latest issue head to https://1worldmag.com/ Check out Galactic Distro for back issues and more! Follow Cesar @ 1 World Magazine on Twitter – Instagram Follow Own Lane Music on YouTube – Twitter – Instagram – Facebook for more Break It Down episodes and real hip-hop content. Hosted by DJ WorksHard. Presented by Own Lane Music. Copyright Own Lane Media LLC 2021.  

Break It Down Episode #54 w/Cesar "1 World Magazine" Part 1 Cesar is an OG in the Hip-Hop world having written over 2000 artist interviews and album reviews going back to the late 90's and has kept the print form alive with 1 World Magazine. In this 2 part episode we discuss what it takes to publish a magazine, what artists can do to invest in themselves, why 1 World Magazine is much different from contemporary Hip-Hop media outlets and the love for this music that shines with each artist and every issue released. For more information and to get the latest issue head to https://1worldmag.com/ Check out Galactic Distro for back issues and more! Follow Cesar @ 1 World Magazine on Twitter – Instagram Follow Own Lane Music on YouTube – Twitter – Instagram – Facebook for more Break It Down episodes and real hip-hop content. Hosted by DJ WorksHard. Presented by Own Lane Music. Copyright Own Lane Media LLC 2021.  

Break It Down Episode # 53 w/GoD iLLa "Wu-Wednesday" prod by Tecknowledgy cuts by DJ Flipcyide GoD iLLa is an MC that represents Massachusetts via Philadelphia.  He's been in the game for over a decade and is currently making waves with "RevILLutionAries" an album he recorded through the pandemic with Revalation of EMS. Today we get into "Wu-Wednesday" the first single and the most played track to date from the album.  We discuss how the concept came about and the tremendous reception the song has received thus far and the contributions from DJ Flipcyide and production from Tecknowledgy that brought it all together. Stream "Wu-Wednesday" on Spotify or Apple Music GoD iLLa & Rev's album "RevILLutionAries" is available now!! Follow GoD iLLa on Twitter – Instagram - Facebook Follow Own Lane Music on YouTube – Twitter – Instagram – Facebook for more Break It Down episodes and real hip-hop content. Hosted by DJ WorksHard. Presented by Own Lane Music. Copyright Own Lane Media LLC 2021.

Break It Down Episode #52 w/M-Dot “Blood, Sweat & Tears” prod by L.O.B. M-DOT is an award winning MC that represents Boston.  He's also an engineer, producer, artist and member of the New England hip-hop collective EMS. Today we get into "Blood, Sweat & Tears" a dope new track from M-Dot produced by L.O.B.  We talk how this track and hilarious music video came about and the exclusive vinyl that it will be released on "Dining In Dystopia." Watch "Blood, Sweat & Tears" on YouTube Purchase "Dining In Dystopia" on M-Dot's Bandcamp Listen to "Dining In Dystopia" on Spotify or Apple Music Follow M-Dot on YouTube – Twitter – Instagram - Facebook Subscribe to M-Dot's newsletter by messaging M-Dot or Own Lane Music through our social media channels. Follow Own Lane Music on YouTube – Twitter – Instagram – Facebook for more Break It Down episodes and real hip-hop content. Hosted by DJ WorksHard. Presented by Own Lane Music. Copyright Own Lane Media LLC 2021.

Break It Down Episode # 51 w/ Roccwell "Still Lovin' Boombap" Roccwell is a German producer who's worked with Craig G, Masta Ace, M-Dot, Ruste Jux and many more. In this episode we break down "Still Lovin' Boombap", Roccwell's debut LP featuring legends like Craig G, QNC, M-Dot, Ruste Juxx and a slew of other dope artists. Watch "Roadrunner" Ft M-Dot one of the smash singles off "Still Lovin' Boombap" Follow Roccwell on Instagram Check out more of Roccwell on Spotify - iTunes Follow Own Lane Music on YouTube – Twitter – Instagram – Facebook for more Break It Down episodes and real hip-hop content. Hosted by DJ WorksHard. Presented by Own Lane Music. Copyright Own Lane Media LLC 2021.

Break It Down Episode #50 w/B Leafs “The Horizon" B Leafs is an incredible producer from the Boston area and in a short time has worked with Masta Ace, Kool G Rap, Skyzoo, Styles P, Cormega, M-Dot, Elzhi and many more. In 2019 B Leafs released his debut album "The Horizon" with some heavyweight MC's.  We discuss how he assembled such a lineup and some advice for producers starting out. Check out B Leaf's full length album "The Horizon" on Spotify Stream "The Cloth" Ft Cormega & Dark Lo on Spotify Follow B Leafs on Twitter – Instagram Follow Own Lane Music on YouTube – Twitter – Instagram – Facebook for more Break It Down episodes and real hip-hop content. Hosted by DJ WorksHard. Presented by Own Lane Music. Copyright Own Lane Media LLC 2021.

Break It Down Episode # 49 w/Jamal Gasol "100 Blunts In Venice" Jamal Gasol has been on a tear the last 24 months releasing several projects and weekly freestyles, while growing as an entrepreneur with Piff, a line of products ranging from rolling papers to apparel. Jamal flew out to Venice, CA to link up with DirtyDiggs and immediately got to work.  A few days and 100 blunts later they completed an EP featuring a video and appearance from Planet Asia. Check out "Cookies" featuring Planet Asia. Listen to 100 Blunts In Venice on Spotify or iTunes Follow Jamal Gasol on Instagram Follow DirtyDiggs on Instagram Check out more of Jamal Gasol @ JamalGasol.com Follow Own Lane Music on YouTube – Twitter – Instagram – Facebook for more Break It Down episodes and real hip-hop content. Hosted by DJ WorksHard. Presented by Own Lane Music. Copyright Own Lane Media LLC 2021. 

Break It Down Episode #48 w/Nef "BugNef" Nef is a producer, DJ, engineer and a father.  He's been working closely with Statik Selektah and other industry artists to perfect his craft. In this episode we discuss "BugNef" an EP collaboration with BugOut and produced by Nef. We get into what this album means for Nef being that it was the last time he went under the name DJ Nefarious and how he started working with BugOut. "Depth Perception" received the visual treatment and features Boston rhyme veteran M-Dot. Directed by Doug York. Purchase/Download "BugNef" on iTunes - Spotify Listen/Download "Tabula Rasa" on iTunes - Spotify For more music from Nef check out his Bandcamp Follow Nef on Instagram - Twitter Follow Own Lane Music on YouTube – Twitter – Instagram – Facebook for more Break It Down episodes and real hip-hop content. Hosted by DJ WorksHard. Presented by Own Lane Music. Copyright Own Lane Media LLC 2021.

Break It Down Episode #47 w/Philly G "Hustle Hard" prod by Quiz Philly G is an incredible lyricist and MC.  He's been in the game over 10 years performing with Viva La Hop and has released many collaborative efforts.  In today's episode we talk about "Hustle Hard" a single of The Crib and more than a few peoples favorite song.  Produced by Quiz, Philly discusses the reaction to this song and his writing style to one of his first trap beats. Stream "Hustle Hard" on iTunes -  Spotify Follow Philly G on Twitter – Instagram Hosted by DJ WorksHard Follow Own Lane Music on YouTube – Twitter – Instagram – Facebook for more Break It Down episodes and real hip-hop content. Presented by Own Lane Music. Copyright Own Lane Media LLC 2021.

Break It Down Episode #46 w/Lord Willin' "Stealth” Lord Willin' is a veteran MC that represents Providence, RI. Together with Meta P they released The Van Buren Boyz. "Stealth" is a hardcore rap track featuring in your face bars from M-Dot and production by Johnny Slash, cuts by DJ LP2.  Stream "The Van Buren Boyz" on Spotify - Apple Music Listen to Lord Willin "Against All Vol.1" on Spotify or Apple Music Follow Lord Willin' on YouTube – Twitter – Instagram Follow DJ WorksHard Follow Own Lane Music on YouTube – Twitter – Instagram – Facebook for more Break It Down episodes and real hip-hop content. Hosted by DJ WorksHard Presented by Own Lane Music. Copyright Own Lane Media LLC 2021.

Break It Down Episode # 45 w/ Roccwell "Pastime" Roccwell is a German producer who's worked with Craig G, Masta Ace, M-Dot, Ruste Jux and many more. In this episode we discuss "Pastime" an EP featuring Kore & Mayhem of EMS, Wildelux, DJ Case, DJ CSP & DJ LP2. Download "Pastime" on Bandcamp Follow Roccwell on Instagram Check out more of Roccwell on Spotify - iTunes Follow Own Lane Music on YouTube – Twitter – Instagram – Facebook for more Break It Down episodes and real hip-hop content. Hosted by DJ WorksHard. Presented by Own Lane Music. Copyright Own Lane Media LLC 2021.

Break It Down Episode # 44 w/ DJ Slim "WeedLife" DJ Slim is a Hip-Hop artist with more than 20 years in the game.  He's a major supporter and advocate of marijuana and is mostly known for his weed songs and videos. In this episode we discuss "WeedLife" an album that dropped on 4/20 in 2020. We also get into smoking with celebrities, favorite songs to perform and how Slim became one of the most well known marijuana hip-hop artists. Listen to DJ Slim on Spotify or iTunes Follow DJ Slim on Instagram - Facebook Check out more of DJ Slim @ PuffPassRecords.com Follow Own Lane Music on YouTube – Twitter – Instagram – Facebook for more Break It Down episodes and real hip-hop content. Hosted by DJ WorksHard. Presented by Own Lane Music. Copyright Own Lane Media LLC 2021.

Break It Down Episode #43 w/B Leafs “Reaganomics" ft Elzhi, Ras Kass, M-Dot & Large Pro cuts by DJ Slipwax B Leafs is an incredible producer from the Boston area and in a short time has worked with Masta Ace, Kool G Rap, Skyzoo, Styles P, Cormega, M-Dot, Elzhi and many more. In this episode we break down "Reaganomics" a huge song that saw major success and features Elzhi, Ras Kass, M-Dot & Large Pro. Cuts provided by DJ Slipwax. Stream "Reaganomics" on Spotify Follow B Leafs on Twitter – Instagram Check out B Leaf's full length album "The Horizon" on Spotify Follow Own Lane Music on YouTube – Twitter – Instagram – Facebook for more Break It Down episodes and real hip-hop content. Hosted by DJ WorksHard. Presented by Own Lane Music. Copyright Own Lane Media LLC 2021.

Break It Down Episode #42 w/Matteo Urella "Machetes Dipped In Rum" Matteo Urella is an author, photographer, hip-hop enthusiast and contributor, lover of martial arts and proud father. In this episode we break down "Machetes Dipped In Rum: An Oral History of Bone Thugs-n-Harmony"   We discuss how he came to write about the group and how in-depth it became when delving into each member. Matteo recently published "Deep In The Dark With The Art: Conversations With The Creators Behind The Best Cover Art From The Wu-Tang Clan And Their Killa Beez Affiliates" an in-depth look at the artists responsible from bringing us some of the most iconic album covers in Hip-Hop history. Purchase your copy of "Deep In The Dark With The Art" 100% of the proceeds from the sales of this book go to "More Than Words" a Boston based non-profit bookstore that works with at risk youth. Follow Matteo on Instagram  Follow Own Lane Music on YouTube – Twitter – Instagram – Facebook for more Break It Down episodes and real hip-hop content. Hosted by DJ WorksHard. Presented by Own Lane Music. Copyright Own Lane Media LLC 2021.

Break It Down Episode #41 w/Lateb "Up Up And Away" Lateb is an incredible lyricist, mc, vocalist and known for his ferocious rhymes. Together with Oblivious, they put out "W.O.K.E." and self titled album produced by Jon Glass. In this episode we break down "Up Up And Away" a hyped up smash featuring bars from M-Dot and one of the dopest songs to see performed live.  We discuss how the duo W.O.K.E. came about and the making of the video for "Up Up And Away" from Red Bridge Entertainment. Listen to "Up Up And Away" on Spotify - iTunes Stream "W.O.K.E." on Spotify - iTunes Follow Lateb on IG | Twitter | Facebook Check out Lateb's recently released album 'UNDONE' produced entirely by L.O.B. available on iTunes & Spotify Follow Own Lane Music on YouTube – Twitter – Instagram – Facebook for more Break It Down episodes and real hip-hop content. Hosted by DJ WorksHard. Presented by Own Lane Music. Copyright Own Lane Media LLC 2021.

Break It Down Episode #40 w/Nef "Classic Mindset" Nef is a producer, DJ, engineer and a father.  He's been working closely with Statik Selektah and other industry artists to perfect his craft. In this episode we go back to Nef's first fully produced album "Classic Mindset" an album featuring Craig G, Sadat X, Edo G, M-Dot, Akrobatik and more. We discuss how this album started his career path to where he is today. Purchase/Download "Classic Mindset" on iTunes - Spotify Artwork for Classic Mindset provided by the talented Gooba Listen/Download "Tabula Rasa" on iTunes - Spotify For more music from Nef check out his Bandcamp Follow Nef on Instagram - Twitter Follow Own Lane Music on YouTube – Twitter – Instagram – Facebook for more Break It Down episodes and real hip-hop content. Hosted by DJ WorksHard. Presented by Own Lane Music. Copyright Own Lane Media LLC 2021.

Break It Down Episode # 39 w/Jamal Gasol "Oxtail" Jamal Gasol has been on a tear the last 24 months releasing several projects and weekly freestyles, while growing as an entrepreneur with Piff, a line of products ranging from rolling papers to apparel. Jamal is from Niagara Falls, NY and linked up with Deuce Ellis from Brooklyn to collaborate on "Oxtail."  This 6 track EP is entirely produced by Ellis and showcases both artists range over the varied production. Listen to Oxtail on Spotify or iTunes Follow Jamal Gasol on Instagram Follow Deuce Ellis on Instagram Check out more of Jamal Gasol @ JamalGasol.com Follow Own Lane Music on YouTube – Twitter – Instagram – Facebook for more Break It Down episodes and real hip-hop content. Hosted by DJ WorksHard. Presented by Own Lane Music. Copyright Own Lane Media LLC 2021.

Break It Down Episode # 38 w/GoD iLLa "Dreamchaser" GoD iLLa is an MC that represents Massachusetts via Philadelphia.  He's been in the game for over a decade and is currently making waves with "RevILLutionAries" an album he recorded through the pandemic with Revalation of EMS. In this episode we break down "Dreamchaser" a hit single off the album featuring Eli Greene that spotlights their range and versatility over a dope trap beat by Putty Productions. Video coming soon for "Dreamchaser" stream now on Spotify or Apple Music GoD iLLa & Rev's album "RevILLutionAries" is available now!! Follow GoD iLLa on Twitter – Instagram - Facebook Follow Own Lane Music on YouTube – Twitter – Instagram – Facebook for more Break It Down episodes and real hip-hop content. Hosted by DJ WorksHard. Presented by Own Lane Music. Copyright Own Lane Media LLC 2021.

Break It Down Episode #37 w/Mayhem "Mafioso Lyrical" Ft G-Dot & Born prod by Soulslicers Mayhem is a founding member of EMS. He is a part of Wasacki Music Group, a versatile lyricist and has been in the game over 15 years. In this episode we break down "Mafioso Lyrical" a classic hip-hop track featuring lyrical beasts G-Dot & Born and production provided by The Soulslicers. This joint is one of the many dope songs found on the Mayhem & Soulslicers "Soul It May Seem" album. Add "Mafioso Lyrical" to your Spotify or Apple Music playlist. Follow Mayhem on IG | Twitter | Facebook Follow Own Lane Music on YouTube – Twitter – Instagram – Facebook for more Break It Down episodes and real hip-hop content. Hosted by DJ WorksHard. Presented by Own Lane Music. Copyright Own Lane Media LLC 2021.

Break It Down Episode #36 w/B Leafs “Do Believe" Ft Skyzoo & Jay Royale B Leafs is an incredible producer from the Boston area and in a short time has worked with Masta Ace, Kool G Rap, Skyzoo, Styles P, Cormega, M-Dot, Elzhi and many more. In this episode we break down "Do Believe" a recently released joint with Skyzoo & Jay Royale and another soulful joint from B Leafs. Artwork by Dallas Vandevorst. Listen to "Do Believe" on Spotify or Apple Music Follow B Leafs on Twitter – Instagram Check out B Leaf's full length album "The Horizon" on Spotify Follow Own Lane Music on YouTube – Twitter – Instagram – Facebook for more Break It Down episodes and real hip-hop content. Hosted by DJ WorksHard. Presented by Own Lane Music. Copyright Own Lane Media LLC 2021.

Break It Down Episode #35 w/Philly G "Plates" Philly G is an incredible lyricist and MC.  He's been in the game over 10 years performing with Viva La Hop and has released many collaborative efforts.  Philly began dropping an EP every month starting in 2021. "Plates" is a collaboration with producer Flip Jackson. We talk how he met Flip with M-Dot, and freestyling with Baylen. Stream "Plates" on iTunes -  Spotify Follow Philly G on Twitter – Instagram Hosted by DJ WorksHard Follow Own Lane Music on YouTube – Twitter – Instagram – Facebook for more Break It Down episodes and real hip-hop content. Presented by Own Lane Music. Copyright Own Lane Media LLC 2021.

Break It Down Episode # 34 w/ DJ Slim "Don't Blame Weed" Ft Jtronius DJ Slim is a Hip-Hop artist with more than 20 years in the game.  He's a major supporter and advocate of marijuana and is mostly known for his weed songs and videos. In this episode we discuss his recently released video "Don't Blame Weed" Ft Jtronius and directed by Myster DL which touches on the stigma marijuana has and that its users need to stop blaming weed for this miscomings. Listen to DJ Slim on Spotify or iTunes Follow DJ Slim on Instagram - Facebook Check out more of DJ Slim @ PuffPassRecords.com Follow Own Lane Music on YouTube – Twitter – Instagram – Facebook for more Break It Down episodes and real hip-hop content. Hosted by DJ WorksHard. Presented by Own Lane Music. Copyright Own Lane Media LLC 2021.

Break It Down Episode # 33 w/ Benefit "Co-Defendants" Benefit represents Western Mass, EMS, Co-Defendants and currently The Tangiers. Benefit is always open and genuine which is why he is one of the realest dudes in the game. In this episode we discuss "Co-Defendants" an album Benefit recorded with Profit and showcased the lyrical abilities of both MC's. The journey Benefit has taken from your average kid rapping to having a distinguished career.  We briefly talk about how some of this conversation was missed because I forgot to hit the record button! Stream "Co-Defendants" on Spotify or iTunes Listen to Benefit on Spotify Follow Benefit on Twitter – Instagram - Facebook Follow Profit on Instagram Follow The Tangiers on Instagram Follow Own Lane Music on YouTube – Twitter – Instagram – Facebook for more Break It Down episodes and real hip-hop content. Hosted by DJ WorksHard. Presented by Own Lane Music. Copyright Own Lane Media LLC 2021.

Break It Down Episode # 32 w/KORE “CoEfficient" KORE is long time member of EMS, an amazing MC, vocalist, producer, lyricist, artist and one of the funnest human beings to be around.  We get into "CoEfficient" a headtrip journey and another Kore written/produced banger. Add "CoEfficient" to your Spotify or YouTube playlist as well as the entire Own Lane Music "Stay In Your Lane Vol.1" Listen to KOREiculum on iTunes - Spotify Check out KORE's Bandcamp for more of his music or Soundcloud for some older gems. Follow KORE on Twitter – Instagram - Facebook Follow Own Lane Music on YouTube – Twitter – Instagram – Facebook for more Break It Down episodes and real hip-hop content. Hosted by DJ WorksHard Presented by Own Lane Music. Copyright Own Lane Media LLC 2021.

Break It Down Episode #31 w/Lateb "Another Day" Lateb is an incredible lyricist, mc, vocalist and known for his ferocious rhymes. We discuss "Another Day" a single off his recently released album 'UNDONE' produced entirely by L.O.B. available on iTunes & Spotify Lateb breaks down how he came up with the concept from rap song to soulful vibe and the live version of the song.  Also to note, I repeatedly call his album The Undone, which is titled "Undone." Follow Lateb on IG | Twitter | Facebook Follow Own Lane Music on YouTube – Twitter – Instagram – Facebook for more Break It Down episodes and real hip-hop content. Hosted by DJ WorksHard. Presented by Own Lane Music. Copyright Own Lane Media LLC 2021.

Break It Down Episode #30 w/Matteo Urella "Deep In The Dark With The Art" Matteo Urella is an author, photographer, hip-hop enthusiast and contributor, lover of martial arts and proud father. He recently published "Deep In The Dark With The Art: Conversations With The Creators Behind The Best Cover Art From The Wu-Tang Clan And Their Killa Beez Affiliates" an in-depth look at the artists responsible from bringing us some of the most iconic album covers in Hip-Hop history. We talk about the journey he went through arranging the different interviews and the process it took to compile the content as well.  100% of the proceeds from the sales of this book go to "More Than Words" a Boston based non-profit bookstore that works with at risk youth. Purchase your copy of "Deep In The Dark With The Art" Follow Matteo on Instagram  Follow Own Lane Music on YouTube – Twitter – Instagram – Facebook for more Break It Down episodes and real hip-hop content. Hosted by DJ WorksHard. Presented by Own Lane Music. Copyright Own Lane Media LLC 2021.

Break It Down Episode #29 w/Revalation “Feature Presentation" Revalation is a Puerto Rican Hip-Hop artist that hails from New Bedford, MA (by way of Bronx, NYC). Rev is part of the New England rap collective "EMS" (aka Experimental MindState). His sound is self-described as "Golden Era with a twist of New School, balled into a cohesive package."  Today we discuss "Feature Presentation" a project released in 2013 that showcases many different artists like B.A.M., EMS, Dominique Larue, Tribeca, Don Streat, Reks and more alongside Revalation. Listen to "Feature Presentation" on iTunes - Spotify - Audiomack Rev's latest album with God Illa "RevILLutionAries" is available now!! Follow Rev on YouTube – Twitter – Instagram - Facebook Follow Own Lane Music on YouTube – Twitter – Instagram – Facebook for more Break It Down episodes and real hip-hop content. Hosted by DJ WorksHard. Presented by Own Lane Music. Copyright Own Lane Media LLC 2021.

Break It Down Episode #28 w/B Leafs “Matatan” Ft Estee Nack, M-Dot, Codenine & Al Divino B Leafs is an incredible producer from the Boston area and in a short time has worked with Masta Ace, Kool G Rap, Skyzoo, Styles P, Cormega, M-Dot, Elzhi and many more. In this episode we break down "Matatan" a recently released joint that features a barrage of lyrics from Estee Nack, M-Dot, Codenine and Al Divino. Artwork by Dallas Vandevorst. Listen to "Matatan" on Spotify or Apple Music Follow B Leafs on Twitter – Instagram Check out B Leaf's full length album "The Horizon" on Spotify Follow Own Lane Music on YouTube – Twitter – Instagram – Facebook for more Break It Down episodes and real hip-hop content. Hosted by DJ WorksHard. Presented by Own Lane Music. Copyright Own Lane Media LLC 2021.

Break It Down Episode #27 w/Nef "Tabula Rasa" Nef is a producer, DJ, engineer and a father.  He's been working closely with Statik Selektah and other industry artists to perfect his craft. His latest effort "Tabula Rasa" is an example of how far he's come from a kid from New Hampshire to working in New York as a producer. Listen/Download "Tabula Rasa" on iTunes - Spotify For more music from Nef check out his Bandcamp Follow Nef on Instagram - Twitter Follow Own Lane Music on YouTube – Twitter – Instagram – Facebook for more Break It Down episodes and real hip-hop content. Hosted by DJ WorksHard. Presented by Own Lane Music. Copyright Own Lane Media LLC 2021.

Break It Down Episode #26 w/M-Dot “Days Are All The Same” M-DOT is an award winning MC that represents Boston.  He's an engineer, producer, artist and member of the New England hip-hop collective EMS. Today we discuss "Days Are All The Same" a track produced by the legendary Hi-Tek that highlights how society is stuck in and endless cycle between social media and the rat race. Powerful visuals from Miles Joyner. Listen to "Days Are All The Same" on Spotify or Apple Music Follow M-Dot on YouTube – Twitter – Instagram - Facebook Subscribe to M-Dot's newsletter by messaging M-Dot or Own Lane Music through our social media channels. Follow Own Lane Music on YouTube – Twitter – Instagram – Facebook for more Break It Down episodes and real hip-hop content. Hosted by DJ WorksHard. Presented by Own Lane Music. Copyright Own Lane Media LLC 2021.

Break It Down Episode #25 w/Quiz “Ride Out” Ft Philly G Quiz is an amazing musician, producer and engineer.  He has several projects and collaborations with EMS & Own Lane Music affiliates. Today we discuss "Ride Out" a funky song featuring Philly G.  Quiz not only produces this joint he directed the music video as well.  Watch "Ride Out" on YouTube Listen to Quiz x Philly G "The Crib" on iTunes - Spotify Check out Quiz's Bandcamp for more of his music. Follow Quiz on Twitter – Instagram - Facebook Follow Own Lane Music on YouTube – Twitter – Instagram – Facebook for more Break It Down episodes and real hip-hop content. Hosted by DJ WorksHard. Presented by Own Lane Music. Copyright Own Lane Media LLC 2021.

Break It Down EP #24 w/Messiah Kaine "The Aces High Show" Ft Smif-n-Wessun (prod by M-Dot) Messiah Kaine is one half of The Tangiers representing Springfield and Western Mass.  Their debut album "The House Always Wins" drops later this year. We break down "The Aces High Show" a track featuring Smif-n-Wessun prod by M-Dot and the second single from The Tangiers and what else is in store from "The House Always Wins" Stream "The Aces High Show" on Spotify or iTunes Follow Messiah Kaine on Instagram Follow Own Lane Music on YouTube – Twitter – Instagram – Facebook for more Break It Down episodes and real hip-hop content. Hosted by DJ WorksHard. Presented by Own Lane Music. Copyright Own Lane Media LLC 2021.

Break It Down Episode #23 w/Revalation “Born To Win" Ft Mayhem, Alyssa Marie, Deacon The Villain prod by LX Beats cuts by DJ Grazzhoppa Revalation is a Puerto Rican Hip-Hop artist that hails from New Bedford, MA (by way of Bronx, NYC). Rev is part of the New England rap collective "EMS" (aka Experimental MindState). His sound is self-described as "Golden Era with a twist of New School, balled into a cohesive package."  We discuss "Born To Win" a raw Hip-Hop track featuring Revalation, Mayhem, Deacon The Villain and Alyssa Marie.  It's produced by LX Beats and cuts provided by DJ Grazzhoppa. Listen to "Born To Win" on  Spotify Rev's latest album with God Illa "RevILLutionAries" is available now!! Follow Rev on YouTube – Twitter – Instagram - Facebook Follow Own Lane Music on YouTube – Twitter – Instagram – Facebook for more Break It Down episodes and real hip-hop content. Hosted by DJ WorksHard. Presented by Own Lane Music. Copyright Own Lane Media LLC 2021.

Break It Down Episode # 22 w/KORE “Left Lane" KORE is long time member of EMS, an amazing MC, vocalist, producer, lyricist, artist and one of the funnest human beings to be around.  We discuss "Left Lane" featuring EMS, and how a cancelled video shoot turned into a recording session produced by Kore in the middle of a snowstorm! Listen to "Left Lane" and more of KOREiculum on iTunes - Spotify Check out KORE's Bandcamp for more of his music or Soundcloud for some older gems. Follow KORE on Twitter – Instagram - Facebook Follow Own Lane Music on YouTube – Twitter – Instagram – Facebook for more Break It Down episodes and real hip-hop content. Hosted by DJ WorksHard Presented by Own Lane Music. Copyright Own Lane Media LLC 2021.

Break It Down Episode # 21 w/GoD iLLa "A Game" GoD iLLa is an MC that represents Massachusetts via Philadelphia.  He's been in the game for over a decade and is currently making waves with "RevILLutionAries" an album he recorded through the pandemic with Revalation of EMS. We discuss "A Game" a track and video featuring Mayhem directed by Myster DL. Watch the video for "A Game" and add to Spotify or Apple Music GoD iLLa & Rev's album "RevILLutionAries" is available now!! Follow GoD iLLa on Twitter – Instagram - Facebook Follow Own Lane Music on YouTube – Twitter – Instagram – Facebook for more Break It Down episodes and real hip-hop content. Hosted by DJ WorksHard. Presented by Own Lane Music. Copyright Own Lane Media LLC 2021.

Break It Down Episode # 20 w/ Benefit "Killa Kannibals" Benefit represents Western Mass, EMS, CoDefendants and currently The Tangiers, his latest collaboration with Kaine. Today we break down "Killa Kannibals" a dope battle rap inspired anthem featuring the late Pumpkinhead (RIP) and Famoso.   Watch "Killa Kannibals" on YouTube. Stream "Killa Kannibals" on Spotify or iTunes Listen to Benefit on Spotify Follow Benefit on Twitter – Instagram - Facebook Follow The Tangiers on Instagram Follow Own Lane Music on YouTube – Twitter – Instagram – Facebook for more Break It Down episodes and real hip-hop content. Hosted by DJ WorksHard. Presented by Own Lane Music. Copyright Own Lane Media LLC 2021.

Break It Down Episode #19 w/Lord Willin' "Death By Burrito” Lord Willin' is a veteran MC that represents Providence, RI. Together with Meta P they released The Van Buren Boyz. "Death By Burrito" is an entertaining video and well written song that deserves more attention. Lord Willin' agrees! We discuss how Meta came up with the concept for the song and video and created a brilliant work of art.  Stream "The Van Buren Boyz" on Spotify - Apple Music Listen to Lord Willin "Against All Vol.1" on Spotify or Apple Music Follow Lord Willin' on YouTube – Twitter – Instagram Follow DJ WorksHard Follow Own Lane Music on YouTube – Twitter – Instagram – Facebook for more Break It Down episodes and real hip-hop content. Hosted by DJ WorksHard. Presented by Own Lane Music. Copyright Own Lane Media LLC 2021.

Break It Down Episode #18 w/Philly G "G-Pain" Philly G is an incredible lyricist and MC.  He's been in the game over 10 years performing with Viva La Hop and has released many collaborative efforts.  Starting in 2021, Philly G began dropping an EP every month. "G-Pain" features Philly utilizing auto-tune to deliver another solid joint. Stream it on iTunes -  Spotify Follow Philly G on Twitter – Instagram Hosted by DJ WorksHard Follow Own Lane Music on YouTube – Twitter – Instagram – Facebook for more Break It Down episodes and real hip-hop content. Presented by Own Lane Music. Copyright Own Lane Media LLC 2021.

Break It Down Episode #17 w/Mayhem "They Don't Know" Mayhem is a founding member of EMS. He is a part of Wasacki Music Group, a versatile lyricist and has been in the game over 15 years. We break down "They Don't Know" a powerful song and visual inspired by George Floyd and Brianna Taylor and events of 2020. The track carries years of emotions and history of how black people have been treated and continued injustices in America. Add "They Don't Know" to your Spotify or Apple Music playlist. Follow Mayhem on IG | Twitter | Facebook Follow Own Lane Music on YouTube – Twitter – Instagram – Facebook for more Break It Down episodes and real hip-hop content. Hosted by DJ WorksHard. Presented by Own Lane Music. Copyright Own Lane Media LLC 2021.

Break It Down Episode #16 w/Lateb "Undone" Lateb is an incredible lyricist, mc, vocalist and known for his ferocious rhymes. We discuss his recently released album 'UNDONE' produced entirely by L.O.B. available on iTunes & Spotify Lateb breaks down how the album came about and the different features and added production for some of his best material. Follow Lateb on IG | Twitter | Facebook Follow Own Lane Music on YouTube – Twitter – Instagram – Facebook for more Break It Down episodes and real hip-hop content. Hosted by DJ WorksHard. Presented by Own Lane Music. Copyright Own Lane Media LLC 2021.