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This week on Lakeviews, Derek sits down with Minneapolis' own Christopher Michael Jensen to discuss his busy schedule of events including hosting Fifth Element's Open Mic Nights, Local Dope Shit!, opening for Carnage the Executioner's Ravenous Tour stop and putting together Turn It Out Art and Music Voter Drive at Honey on Tuesday, September 9th. Plus conversations about the importance of the scene and nurturing young talent, they touch on what inspired the voter drive and the importance of voting in the current political climate. http://honeympls.com/event/turn-it-out-music-and-art-drive/ https://soundcloud.com/christophermichaeljensen/tracks

Ahead of his upcoming release "I'm Here But I'm Not," OKnice stops in to discuss the project with Derek. With between his personal philosophy of what makes good music and performing with a live drummer, the St. Paul MC explains the making of the album as well as the dark points of inspiration. All this and more so let it roar! @okniceraps "I'm Here But I'm Not" will be available on all streaming platforms on Thursday, 9/27.

This week on Lakeviews, Derek stops out to iLL Kartel Studios to sit down with Sole2dotz to discuss his new album "Misfit." Touching on the meaning of Chill Wave, notable features and the finesse that it takes to release music today, even the cool kids are about to get hip to being a misfit. Check out @sole2dotz & shout out to iLL Kartel Studios for welcoming us in.

Ahead of their show at The Pourhouse in Dinkytown, Derek put in a call to Detroit MC Elzhi & Jamla Records producer, Khrysis to discuss their new group Jericho Jackson, Elzhi writing with synesthesia, Khrysis' relationship to being on the mic vs. the boards & more. Check them out their album & experience it live on Sunday, July 22 with Wu-Tang Clan affiliate Bronze Nazareth, Dumb Luck, 60 East, Christopher Michael Jensen, Niles, Juice Lord, DJ Forecast & Seiler as he celebrates the release of his new project "Hay Day." https://www.facebook.com/events/478268219272500/ Includes the songs "Self Made" & "Thank You" from their album Jericho Jackson.

Ahead of his album release party, Derek sat down to talk to Minneapolis MC Illab about his new project, "All I'll Leave Is Photographs." Touching on the importance of photographs, political angst, battling & more, find out what to expect at Mortimers Bar on Thursday, June 21st as he will be joined by Haphduzn, Po'Etikit, DJ Frank Castle, DJ SLZY B, Moonlight Grammar & some surprise guests. https://www.facebook.com/events/228948054531530/ Check out the album here & see you there! https://soundcloud.com/illabo-rustbucket/sets/all-ill-leave-is-photographs Featuring the songs "48 Straight" & "Never Be Perfect"

Before you venture to the Minnesota State Fairgrounds, Derek & Justus are here to help you find out all that's going round the TC with a special Soundset 2018 preview. With sonic selections from Last of The Record Buyers producers, they sit down with local performers Prof, Jayso Creative & O.G. Grip about what it means for the scene to take part in the iconic festival. Get your tickets & the latest updates via the Soundset App or online at https://soundsetfestival.com/.

Ahead of their release party, Scoundrel Spence, GeNreal & GP Jacob sit down with Justus & Derek to discuss their new album, "The Benefits." With topics ranging from their origins, differences between urban & rural life as well as the importance of being an artist, this is sure to be a beneficial use of your time. Be sure to stop out to The Benefits Album Release Party on Saturday, April 14th at 331 Club in NE Minneapolis. Hosted by GP Jacobs & special guest The Lioness. Free Entry and doors at 10pm. https://www.facebook.com/events/169072370544867/ @off_10 @GeNreal-1

Ahead of his benefit show, Christopher Michael Jensen stops by the studio to discuss the theme behind Artists For Eating Disorder Recovery on Friday, February 16th at the Nomad World Pub. With half the proceeds going towards the Joy Project. https://www.facebook.com/events/370528503373423/

This week, Minneapolis MC/Producer Pharoah sits down with Derek to discuss everything from his new project "Stars In The Sky," the effects of McNally Smith's sudden closure, his creative process & how he ended up literally playing with fire. All this & more on Lakeviews. Be sure to check out Pharoah's new project "Stars In The Sky" out now!!! https://soundcloud.com/loveofpharaoh/sets/stars-in-the-sky https://twitter.com/LoveOfPharaoh

As Justus continues to evade the law, Derek is joined with special guest host Rich Garvey to talk about his new album "Onyx Gemstone," 2017 highlights and the existence of UFOs. In doing so, Derek dials up Milwaukee's Simon Mustafa to talk about his project "Above It All" before he takes over the Kitty Kat Club on January 2nd. And don't check your watch cause they throw it back to the lost interview with Frankie Bash to explore the magic behind his album "Timelapse" and what's on the horizon for the St. Paul producer/MC. Much like the contributions of Revel Stoke, this episode is sure to go down smooth. Songs include: Rich Garvey & Ackryte "Better Than I've Ever Been ft. Why Khaliq" Rich Garvey & Ackryte "Gorgeous ft. AbhiNav" Simon Mustafa "Intro/Time to Reflect" Siimon Mustafa "Nights Like This" Frankie Bash "Vows" Frankie Bash "Nostalgia ft. Project Pat" Rich Garvey & Ackryte "Raindrops"

This week Derek and Justus sit down with Miles Graves to chat about MinneapolUS his latest project. The project encompasses Miles' passion for the craft, as well as his love for Minneapolis. All of which are explored during the conversation plus a lot more.

This week, Justus and Derek veer the flaming weekly wreckage of statewide pride into your ears with the latest bangers and insightful conversation. Joined by QT? of LikeMinds, he discusses his album "FFM," Happiness On Pursuit Festival and favourite party moments ahead of his Release Party on Saturday, October 21st at Public Functionary. Then Mill City Collective's own Reed Benjamin KOB sits down to discuss how fatherhood has influenced him as an MC, his long awaited project "Reed Benjamin's Greed Pendulum" as well as what's in store for his set at Bars & Brews on Thursday, October 19th at Dayblock Brewery. Plus talking about the NBA, the #MeToo campaign and Minne-mixes; Lakeviews is the talk show to talk about. https://soundcloud.com/likemindsofficial/sets/ffm-by-qt https://soundcloud.com/reedbenjaminn https://www.facebook.com/events/1832564597073022/?acontext=%7B%22action_history%22%3A[%7B%22surface%22%3A%22dashboard%22%2C%22mechanism%22%3A%22calendar_tab_event%22%2C%22extra_data%22%3A%22[]%22%7D]%2C%22source%22%3A2%7D https://www.facebook.com/events/1306236066169616/?acontext=%7B%22action_history%22%3A[%7B%22mechanism%22%3A%22bookmarks%22%2C%22surface%22%3A%22bookmarks_menu%22%2C%22extra_data%22%3A%22[]%22%7D%2C%7B%22surface%22%3A%22dashboard%22%2C%22mechanism%22%3A%22calendar_tab_event%22%2C%22extra_data%22%3A%22[]%22%7D]%2C%22ref%22%3A46%2C%22source%22%3A2%7D

This week, Justus and Derek sit down with Free Lunch Crew's own Yanna Ely to find out how she began rapping, her upcoming album "Beggars Bridge," and her upcoming performance at Day of Dignity on Saturday, October 7th at Masjid An-Nur from 11am-5pm. Plus this week's featured producer, Wyatt Lewis, discussions of the Minnesota Lynx and securing their 4th Championship along with what it means to have a regional sound. All that and some Minne-mixes on this week's Lakeviews. https://soundcloud.com/yanna-ely https://soundcloud.com/wy-tt

This week, Derek and Justus look back on the latest from the Land of the Lakes. With an insightful conversation with Soul Tool's own Toki Wright about what it means to be an artist during the Trump era, how he began producing as Mamadu and preparing for his headlining performance at Day of Dignity on Saturday, October 7th at Masjid Au-Nur in North Minneapolis. Plus Lucien Parker & DJ Mando check in about Lucien's new EP, Metamorphasis, and their Midwest Tour before they stop out at The Garage in Burnsville on Friday, October 6th. Factor in a grip of Minne-mixes and some slickness, then you have this week's Lakeviews! https://soundcloud.com/toki-wright https://soundcloud.com/lucien-parker https://soundcloud.com/djaymando

This week, Justus and Derek look forward to a busy weekend in the Twin Cities. First, Derek sits down with Freeminds Ent's C Free to talk about the perceptions as the underdog, the process behind his new project, Nuthin New and it's Release Show at the Nomad World Pub on Sunday, September 24th. Later, they call up Strange Famous MC/Producer Dope KNife to discuss Hip Hop and politics through the lens of Nineteen Eighty Four, how he got signed and what to expect from his headlining performance on The Rise of Fall: Autumn Showcase at Honey on Sunday, September 24th. Plus Minne-mixes, the movie IT and revisiting the short lived beef between Prof and John Stamos. https://soundcloud.com/caleb-free https://soundcloud.com/dopeknife

This week, Justus & Derek find out what's find out what's good with DJ Adatrak and his monthly showcase, Yo! MNTV Raps at Honey on Tuesday, September 19th as well as the upcoming Beat Battles at Slam Academy. Later, Derek sits down with Fancy & Envy of Illism to recap the Musicology Battle of the Bands at Paisley Park and their latest project, Love & Loyalty. Pepper in some Minne-Mixes & nonsensical show reviews, then you have what it takes to be caught up with the latest from the land of the lakes. https://soundcloud.com/adatrak https://soundcloud.com/illismmusic

This week on the program, Justus and Derek take a look at what's happening throughout the state of Hip Hop. Derek also sits down with ThinkVocally's J Flight to talk about his upcoming show #PluggedIn on Sunday, 9/10 at 7th St Entry as well as how he got his name. And we find out the secrets behind the new project from Nazeem & Spencer Joles' "Years of Obscurity" as well as what to expect at their Release Show at the 7th St Entry on Friday, 9/8. Plus your weekly Minne-Mixes and more so get it on the floor my lord! https://soundcloud.com/thinkvocally https://soundcloud.com/nazeem-spencer-joles https://undocu.berkeley.edu/daca-frequently-asked-questions/ http://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/daca-has-ended-you-are-outraged-heres-what-you-can_us_59ae4bd7e4b0c50640cd619e https://www.theatlantic.com/magazine/archive/2017/10/the-first-white-president-ta-nehisi-coates/537909/

This week, Derek sits down with Arvell Genius, GoodKarmaNiles & Hard_R of SPVCE to talk about SPVCEHOUSE 2 at Icehouse on Saturday, September 2nd as well as the progression of the crew. Plus with the weekly show listing and a who's who of the week's latest heat, check it out & find out what everyone's talking about. https://soundcloud.com/thatkid_genius https://soundcloud.com/goodkarmaniles https://soundcloud.com/hard-r https://www.facebook.com/events/268961166930872/?ref=br_rs

This week, Derek and Justus tackle a tumultuous week in the Minnestoa Hip Hop community. Touching on topics such as the murder of Justine Damond (RIP) and celebrity attacks on women, Derek calls up Minneapolis MC Greg Grease to talk about his upcoming Listening Party for his new album "Down So Long" on Saturday, July 22 at Icehouse. Plus a new batch of Minne-mixes and featured beats from ChocVillah's project "Sol. Klips." @GreazyGreg @Chocvillah

After a two week hiatus, Justus & Derek are back to recap a very busy week in Minnesota Hip Hop. Featuring the latest tracks from around the way, Derek calls up the mysterious hit maker Topper Atwood to discuss who he is & what it takes to create some of the boldest bangers in the TC. And Minneapolis Rap God Sean Anonymous stops out the BXL Backyard Studio to discuss his new album, Batman and performing with the legendary Heiroglyphics. Be sure to check out a rare local performance this Sunday as he headlines the DayBlock Block Party. https://www.facebook.com/events/289032904892232/?acontext=%7B%22action_history%22%3A%22null%22%7D @SeanAnonymous @TopperAtwood Featuring music from: Mike The Martyr: Contest Beat Sweetz P: Wrist Motion Remix ft. SKNY Allan Kingdom, Finding Novyon & Drelli: Fever Knucky: Ours Falls: Blossom Avenue Kristoff Krane: Headstone ItsEngineer: No 1 DJ Quincy James: House Party ft. Mike The Martyr, Franz Diego, Sean Anonymous & Aquafresh Shrimpnose: Iridescent Talia Knight: Home Shredders: Cult 45 Greg Grease: Down So Long K.Raydio: Crash King Karnov: SLAP YOUR FACE WITH HEAT, YOU WOKE UP AND SAID YOU TASTE BBQ SAUCE, AND JACKFRUIT- THE KING Lyric Marid: Jaycen T Woods: Drama GainesFM: Smile J.Plaza, Nazeem & Spencer Joles: Surprise MFers Cashinova: The Vision ft. Finding Novyon & J.Plaza Dwynell Roland: Dude ft. Finding Novyon Finding Novyon: Feeling Me Now G.R.A.C.E.Land: Victim Allan Kingdom: Relax ft. Drelli Topper Atwood: Album Coming Soon SoloStarMusic: Pray ft. TheRxmedy Toki Wright: Lose The Path, Find The Way TheRxmedy: Where I Wanna B Bobby Raps: Santa Barbara

Before his long awaited return to the stage, Derek sits down with Soul Tools Entertainment's MC, Freez. Talking about his 3 year hiatus from the mic and his new two part mixtape, "The Offical For Real it's 2 EZ," the Illuminous 3 member details the changes he has seen within the scene as well as what to expect at his return show on Saturday, 7/8 at Amsterdam Bar and Hall. Features the songs "#Manradio" from Freez's Frozen French Fries and "Ghetto Boys" from The Offical For Real it's 2 EZ Part 2 mixtape. https://freezaburna2.bandcamp.com/ hhtps://breaksxlakes.net/freezaburna/

This week we talk with ECID about his new album and his recent departure from the Twin Cities. We talked with him on the night of his homecoming release party at the Triple Rock Justus and Derek also break down all the events going on this week, plus new Minne-mixes including Left Field & Baby Shel, Rich Garvey, Taylor J, Pilot Jonny plus more.

The Mayor Of MPLS & LongDOE Co-CEO BiG WiZ chops it up with Derek to talk about his two projects, AirMax Muzik & S.A.F.E., as well as what to expect at the Triple Release Party at Honey on Thursday, June 15th at 10pm. Plus chop it up about talking with Redman and his legendary sneaker game. Check it out & go grab both projects here: https://bigwiz.bandcamp.com/

Lakeviews W/ Manchita & Bionik, Prince Carlton, Prizm by Breaks X Lakes

Lakeviews W/ Sophia Eris, DJ Lady Em, Michel B, Nazeem & Spencer Joles, J - Bird, J - Plaza

This week, Justus and Derek look back at the some recent releases as well as get ready for a week's worth of shows. Derek also checks in with Christopher Michael Jensen to talk about his latest album "A New Age" as well as learns more about Ackronem's Summer School residency at Honey every Tuesday in June. With a special Minne-mix and featured producer Chocvillah, you just have to tune in to hear more. Check out the more from everybody below: https://soundcloud.com/chocvillah https://soundcloud.com/christophermichaeljensen/sets/a-new-age https://soundcloud.com/ackronem https://soundcloud.com/findingnovyon/nevertoohigh https://soundcloud.com/mista-maeham/blue-cheese https://soundcloud.com/juicelawwd/it-aint-hard-to-tell-prod-by-tek https://soundcloud.com/devonxtravis/no-reply-feat-baby-shel-prod-by-travis-gorman-1 https://soundcloud.com/aym/jessepinkman?in=aym/sets/hues

In this week, Justus and Derek dig into the latest music from the movement as well as set their sights on the upcoming week. Plus we have Trevor Klopp from the "riff-hop" group, Weather Check stopping in to talk about their Saturday show. And long standing city affiliate, Sadistik talks about his new album, Altars. Check it out here and on iTunes. Like a song that was featured on the podcast? Hear it in its entirely in the weekly playlist: https://soundcloud.com/breaksxlakes/sets/may-week-1

One month away from Soundset and Lakeviews is back with a great episode featuring interviews with K.Raydio and Tek! Derek and Justus also run down some upcoming events and give you Mini-Minne Mixes of new local tracks.

This week we have the legendary Big Quarters to celebrate the re release of their debut Cost of Living, 10 years later. They talk about the album and why they chose a vinyl release, their deep connections to family and community, an old record store named Root Cellar, Last of the Record Buyers, #beatstory , and a lot more!

This week on Lakeviews Derek talks with DJ Babyghost ahead of her show, Phase 1. As well as interviews with the band Cool Pollution right before their EP release show and St. Cloud spitter Profit showcases his skills on Urban Invasion. Throughout Derek and Justus highlight new releases from the week and upcoming events! DAMN.

This week Derek and Justus are joined By Spencer Wirth-Davis and Ryan Kopperud. Spencer produces under the name Big Cats and Ryan used to be known as Homeless. Together, they have a new podcast called the What If Podcast? During the show, we feature new music and upcoming events and talk about 'What Ifs' with Ryan and Spencer. check their podcast at whatifpodcast.com

KVSC's Urban Invasion featured South Minneapolis MCs DNA where Axel Foley & Darq Matter get into the backstory behind their self titled debut, the "Yee!" movement and perform their song, "Pool Sharks" live on-air. http://breaksxlakes.net/urban-invasion-playlist-33017/

This week, Justus and Derek venture outside to enjoy the weather and the music. We also spoke with Minneapolis MC Yare discussing his latest project, FrustrationOVERload as well as his album release show on 3/30 at Honey. And Baby Shel calls in to talk about his first headlining show of 2017 at the Nomad on 4/1, organizing an adult basketball program and his experience with the Texas Chainsaw Massacre Manor. All this and more in this week's Lakeviews.

As part of March's fourth week episode of Lakeviews, Derek calls up Rez Rap's reigning rhymer, Baby Shel to find out his first headlining show of 2017, organizing an adult basketball program in the Red Lake Reservation and the Texas Chainsaw Manor. Plus an update on new music and more. And make sure to check out his show at the Nomad on 4/1.

As part of the fourth week of March edition of LakeViews, Derek spoke with Minneapolis MC Yare at Purple City Studios to discuss his 4th project, FrustrationOVERload, the drive behind the movement and how he merged skateboarding with music. Be sure to stop out to Honey on 3/30 for his FrustrationOVERload Release Party too.

Three interviews plus a grip load of new music this week on Lakeviews! Coming to you every Thursday from now on! www.breaksxlakes.net

Derek and Justus take the filter off and share new music, events plus interviews with StiLoReel and Pilot Johnny plus a little bit of nonsense. Full show notes: http://breaksxlakes.net/?p=2338&preview=true

This week we break down new music from Brother Ali, Muja Messiah, Travis Gorman, CRAM, Bobby Raps, J.Plaza, Nazeem and Spencer Joles, Mulloy England. Plus talk of shows including the Soundset lineup! Plus interviews with Proper-T, Litestyle Observer, Mic QA, Cashinova, and Prince Po! full notes at breaksxlakes.net

Derek sits down with emerging MC, Student 1 to discuss the creative process behind his new EP, Dichotomy & his upcoming release show at the Minneapolis Music Hall. With a project stacked with stellar production & features, Student 1 proves that class is in session so take note. Check out Dichotomy in full below & grab your tickets to the release show on Friday, February 24th! https://soundcloud.com/coines/sets/student-1-dichotomy https://us.eventbu.com/minneapolis/student-1-dichotomy-release-party-at-music-hall/1055289 Photo captured by Zach Rivera

Derek spoke with St. Paul's own DJ D-Mil to talk about the 5th Annual Hip Hop 4 Autism show at the Amsterdam Bar & Hall this Sunday as well as his time with GO 95.3 FM with Mr. Peter Parker. https://twitter.com/djdmil? ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor http://www.amsterdambarandhall.com/events/hip-hop-4-autism/

This week, Justus & Derek discuss all the great Hip Hop in the state. Plus interviews with Illuminous 3's own Franz Diego & My Parents Bassment's DJ Low. https://twitter.com/FranzDiego https://twitter.com/MplsDJ_Low Be sure to check out some of the best new music below: https://soundcloud.com/reefarei/sets/freetape https://soundcloud.com/reevesjunya/reeves-junya-city-love-me-feat-j-plaza-prod-topper-atwood https://soundcloud.com/pr1zm0tr0n/hold-me-up https://soundcloud.com/meganhamiltonmusic/sets/photosynthetic https://soundcloud.com/axelfoleymn/sets/dna

This week Derek and Justus hang out with Rich Garvey and are also joined by Mista Maehem. https://www.gofundme.com/prof-co-van-robbery-fund - Prof Tour Van Go Fund Me https://twitter.com/mistamaeham - Mista Maehem https://www.facebook.com/events/201315340340020/ - Love Daze the Rich Garvey Miniseries https://soundcloud.com/rich-garvey https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=frDamZjCbkI - COMEUPOUTDAWAHTA - GMCFOSHO https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sdOWxhake9k - Greg Grease - Seing Being (feat. Ak Rite, Tall Paul & Alicia Steele) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I42FUvBzWVM New Music https://www.audiomack.com/song/muja-messiah/mcrnm https://soundcloud.com/blandamusic/sets/blue-flannels-ep https://soundcloud.com/juicelawwd/tha-real https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fgKoLiVGn_A

This week, Justus & Derek highlight the latest offerings in the MN Hip Hop. Complete with interviews with RP Hooks, Juice Lord and Dru Devon, they also boast about O-D as this week's featured producer. If you like what you hear, check out their catalogs here: https://soundcloud.com/rphooks https://soundcloud.com/juicelawwd https://soundcloud.com/drudevon https://soundcloud.com/o-dmusic Featured Music: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N-jqoS0-u14 https://soundcloud.com/pledgeempire/sti-lo-reel-i-get-it-now https://soundcloud.com/will-robinson-music/tim-burton-will-robinson-prodwillie-g https://soundcloud.com/gainesfm/sets/smile https://p-o-s.bandcamp.com/album/chill-dummy Don't forget to subscribe on iTunes: itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/lakev…d1193901204?mt=2

This week, Derek and Justus welcome this week's featured producer, Blamsiss, into the studio to preview the hottest upcoming events, the best new music and interviews with Kat Fox, Jayso Creative & J. Plaza! If you like what you hear, be sure to check out more of their catalogs below. https://soundcloud.com/blamsiss https://soundcloud.com/yokatsup https://soundcloud.com/jayso-creative https://soundcloud.com/iamjplaza https://happyimpresent.bandcamp.com/ https://soundcloud.com/mac-irv/sets/misfit55411 https://soundcloud.com/mikethemartyr/sets/alexander-dopedeal https://soundcloud.com/sake-red/sets/wants-1 Keep up with everything by subscribing to LakeViews on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/lakeviews/id1193901204?mt=2

This week, Derek and Justus breakdown some upcoming events, new music, and an interview with St. Paul MC Why Khaliq! Plus beats from this week's featured producer, Shrimpnose! If you like what you hear, be sure to check out more of their catalogs below. https://soundcloud.com/whykhaliq https://soundcloud.com/johnshrimpnose Listen on iTunes here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/lakeviews-with-why-khaliq/id1193901204?i=1000379945946&mt=2

Anthonia, Derek, and Justus (from the Litestyle Observer and Breaks X Lakes) talk Minnesota Hip Hop, including interviews with Sims and Lucien Parker. With this week's featured producer, we dig into Medium Zach's new project, Beatstory. We also talk about the past weekend's shows, new music and upcoming shows. All the fun stuff! If you like what you hear, check out more of their work below. https://soundcloud.com/simsdoomtree https://soundcloud.com/lucien-parker https://soundcloud.com/mediumzach https://soundcloud.com/thelitestyleobserver Check it out on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/lakeviews-w-sims-lucien-parker/id1193901204?i=1000379834812&mt=2

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