For The Record With Rob Markman

On J. Cole’s first single of 2019, “MIDDLE CHILD,” the North Carolina rapper contemplates his place between the old and new generations of hip-hop. Despite Cole’s respect for both groups of rappers, the Dreamville boss ultimately concludes on the T-Minus-produced track that he’s the “greatest right now.” To discuss Cole’s claim, Genius’ Head of Artist Relations Rob Markman sat down with ‘Clubhouse’ podcast host Mouse Jones, cohost of ‘Black Girl Podcast’ Gia Peppers, and media personality Jameer Pond on the latest episode of ‘For The Record.’ Read more on Genius: https://genius.com/a/for-the-record-is-j-cole-the-greatest-rapper-out-right-now Read all the lyrics to J. Cole’s “MIDDLE CHILD” on Genius: https://genius.com/J-cole-middle-child-lyrics Subscribe to Genius: http://bit.ly/2cNV6nz Genius on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Genius Genius on Instagram: http://instagram.com/genius Genius on Facebook: https://facebook.com/Geniusdotcom http://genius.com

The 2019 Grammy Awards mark the expansion of the Record of the Year, Album of the Year, Song of the Year, and Best New Artist categories in an effort to increase diversity. Kendrick Lamar leads with eight nominations, closely followed by Drake with seven and Cardi B with five. Genius’ Head of Artist Relations Rob Markman sat down with ‘Clubhouse’ podcast host Mouse Jones, cohost of ‘Black Girl Podcast’ Gia Peppers, and media personality Jameer Pond on the latest episode of ‘For The Record’ to discuss their favorites in each of these categories, plus Best Rap Album. Read more on Genius: https://genius.com/a/for-the-record-will-drake-cardi-b-or-kendrick-lamar-win-the-most-grammys Subscribe to Genius: http://bit.ly/2cNV6nz Genius on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Genius Genius on Instagram: http://instagram.com/genius Genius on Facebook: https://facebook.com/Geniusdotcom http://genius.com

In November 2018, Jon Bellion released his second studio album, ‘Glory Sound Prep,’ which debuted at No. 15 on the Billboard 200 albums chart. On the 10-track project, the Long Island, NY native collaborates with RZA, Roc Marciano, and Quincy Jones. On the latest episode of ‘For The Record,’ Bellion sat down with Genius’ Head of Artist Relations Rob Markman to discuss ‘Glory Sound Prep,’ turning down Beyoncé’s request for a song he co-wrote and co-produced, and landing ‘Dragon Ball Z’ voice actor Chris Sabat on “Adult Swim.” Read more on Genius: https://genius.com/a/jon-bellion-talks-glory-sound-prep-turning-down-beyonce-his-connection-to-dragon-ball-z-on-for-the-record Read all the lyrics to Jon Bellion’s ‘Glory Sound Prep’ on Genius: https://genius.com/albums/Jon-bellion/Glory-sound-prep Subscribe to Genius: http://bit.ly/2cNV6nz Genius on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Genius Genius on Instagram: http://instagram.com/genius Genius on Facebook: https://facebook.com/Geniusdotcom http://genius.com

Future is kicking off 2019 with his latest album, ‘Future Hndrxx Presents: The WIZRD.’ The new project, which was previewed by “Crushed Up” and “Jumping on a Jet,” serves as the proper follow-up to 2017’s ‘FUTURE’ and ‘HNDRXX.’ On the latest episode of ‘For The Record,’ Future sat down with Genius’ Head of Artist Relations Rob Markman to discuss ‘The WIZRD,’ break down his memorable verse on Jay Rock’s “King’s Dead,” and show his appreciation for André 3000’s support. Read more on Genius: https://genius.com/a/future-talks-the-wizrd-his-king-s-dead-verse-andre-3000-on-for-the-record Read all of the lyrics to Future’s biggest hits on Genius: https://genius.com/artists/Future Subscribe to Genius: http://bit.ly/2cNV6nz Genius on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Genius Genius on Instagram: http://instagram.com/genius Genius on Facebook: https://facebook.com/Geniusdotcom http://genius.com