LIVE From The Basement

An episode that was sitting in the crates no idea why we didn't release this. But here it is!

This episode we talk about what we've been watching on Netflix and what her favorite up-and-coming movies are

Tyson Fury Fight

Today we dig into the discussion around kids fighting their teachers at school.

Stashbox - Zombie Dust

Chapelle Show episode

U of M vs MSU

This episode we jump into combat sports and kick it off specifically around the Jake Paul fight. What's boxing look like in 2022?

Who's up to the challenge? 50 won't take on T.I. And nobody would take on Busta? Or CAN anyone?

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?

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)

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.

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 Bowl or the NFL has ever been. Are we even allowed to say Super Bowl or NFL?

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!

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 episode in its ENTIRETY including any outtakes or extras after we've released the week of segments. With this, we'll also be releasing Spotify exclusive episodes for Blend It or Bump It and many more! This is gonna be fun and finally the content you've all been asking us for, forEVER! Thanks to all of you for your patience and sticking with us! Let's get this thing going again!

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 Netflix and Paramount and one hell of a stash box this episode!

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!

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 they've been up to, a little race debate and a best man toast/roast for Major. You ready? Let's goooo!!!

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 soon!

DJ Toasty Toast served up a pretty incredible mix by way of KDOTYE. What does any of that even mean? Listen to the episode!!

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 copyright infringement. We'll do our best to get things right and keep the show alive. Stream artists this episode here: https://soundcloud.com/jmack/sets/theyre-shutting-us-down-episode-103

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, we review some rappers from TikTok and revisit a few albums that dropped 10 years ago today. Listen to music this episode: https://soundcloud.com/jmack/sets/tiktok-rappers-episode-102 --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/livethebasement/support

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 do our best to end this on the highest note possible, let's have some fun and reflect a little. We appreciate each and every one of you who listen and support the show. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/livethebasement/support

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 favorite memories of the past 15 years, talked politics, sports, you know, doin' what your boys do best. It's episode 100, lets celebrate!! Music played this episode: https://soundcloud.com/jmack/sets/the-wolfpack-episode-100 --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/livethebasement/support

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 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

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 Roulette and listen to some dope new hip-hop!! Music Played This Episode: https://soundcloud.com/jmack/sets/history-episode-98 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

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 patient, the timing of all of this is perfect and also the worst. Also got some great new music this episode. Music Played This Episode: https://soundcloud.com/jmack/sets/episode-97 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

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 with a relaxing, twelve minute reggae riddim brought to you by JMack! Music Played This Episode: https://soundcloud.com/jmack/sets/the-ronas-episide-96 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

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 DJ Premiere, D-Nice, 9th Wonder and Easy Mo Bee! Hope you're all well and trying to stay positive out there, here are some links for those in need of assistance or for those who want to help others in need: MusicCares Covid-19 Relief Fund: https://www.grammy.com/musicares/get-help/covid-19-relief-fund-faq United Way Global Relief Fund: https://www.unitedway.org/recovery/covid19 U.S. tax relief, visit: https://www.irs.gov/coronavirus Small Business Assistance: https://www.sba.gov/page/coronavirus-covid-19-small-business-guidance-loan-resources --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

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 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

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 a great movie? Music Played this Episode: http://bit.ly/2wtIpuo --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

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 independent hip-hop joints too, LETS GO!!! Music Played This Episode: http://bit.ly/394LaR4 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

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 Shan. We hope you enjoy listening to this one as much as we enjoyed recording it!! Music Played This Episode: http://bit.ly/2Hlo1O9 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

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 with his Kidney Transplant: https://www.gofundme.com/f/gift-of-gab-kidney-transplant-recover-fund Music played this episode: http://bit.ly/3bhhhhX --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

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 super bowl and new stuff coming next episode! Listen to music played this episode here: http://bit.ly/2v3I8O7 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Let's talk about the dumpster fire that is this Eminem vs. Nick Cannon rap beef, TikTok, legalization and listen to some new tunes!   Next episode lets review Eminems new album too! Songs played this episode:   * Gold Link - "New Black" (Shagabond Remix) * 50 Cent - "9 Shots" * bbno$ & y2k = "Lalala" * Collie Buddz - "Legal Now" * Phil Swish - "DRKSHDWBXR" * Pasalacqua ft. Red Pill, Sheefy McFly & Doss the Artiss - "RAPRAPRAPRA pt. 1 & 2" --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

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 stop us from dropping episodes for you. Let's go! Playlist this Episode: * Kojey Radical - "2020" * Black Milk ft. Sam Austins - "Black NASA" * J Nolan & DopeNorTeria - "New Vision" * Smif-N-Wessun ft. Rick Ross - "Let Me Tell Ya" * EARTHGANG ft. J.I.D. - "Meditate" * CJ Trillo - "Distance" --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

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!  Let's GO!! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

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 seven great songs to get this kicked off again. We hope you enjoy it, have fun with it, find some new music you love or some great ones you already knew. Playlist this episode: * Marlon Craft - Dribblin' * Brockhampton - If You Pray Right * Ras Kass - F.L.Y. * M.E.D. & Blu ft. Mibbs - Peroxide Remix * Oddisee ft. Paolo Escobar - Back of My Mind * Jack Karowak - Home * Mac Miller - 2009 @ NPR's Tiny Desk --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

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 Pork" * Boogie - "The Reach" * Roc Marciano ft. Black Though & Alchemist - "Roman Candles" * King Mez - "Sunny Side Up" --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

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? --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

The team takes the Eminem vs. MGK beef tracks and completely break them down from a rap fan, lyricist and production perspective. Who takes the win? --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

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. What were your thoughts on this album? --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

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 “Cooking with Coolio”. We also talked about R.Kelly’s mess and talked some sports. Lets go! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

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 comin! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This episode Mola1 and JMack go back to the very beginning of the Push vs. Drake beef and dissect it track by track, interview by interview leading up to the most recent tracks. Who do you have winning this entire thing? --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Complete disaster, but its fine. Enjoy the show! This episode we talked Childish Gambino, Kanye West and tried some new brew! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

We talk about Kanye Wests shenanigans, the NFL draft, J.Coles KOD album and special interview with the one and only Young MC!! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

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. Lets check it out!> --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

“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 it goes!! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

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 basement again!! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app