LIVE From The Basement

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

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.

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

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 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

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

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 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

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 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 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

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

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

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

Let's talk about the dumpster fire that is this Em 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"

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"

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!!

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

We talk about [insert famous chicago rappers name here] shenanigans, the NFL draft, J.Coles KOD album and special interview with the one and only Young MC!!

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"

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?

The team takes the Em vs. MGK beef tracks and completely break them down from a rap fan, lyricist and production perspective. Who takes the win?

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 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!

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!

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!>

“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!!

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!!

Let's get this thing going again! Here's Episode 72 which we recorded back in May.

Just a few short days after Notorious BIGs birthday (May 21), heres a playlist of dope remixes to celebrate! Happy 45th Big we miss you!

This week everything is amazing and I wanted to share some music with you that reflected that. Hope you all enjoy this! -Mack Episode Playlist: Koncept & McNasty – “Gone” Flawless Real Talk – “Intruder” Quartermaine – “Get Me Down” Gizelle (@GizzyWorldWide) – “Shine” (cover) Buddy – “Shine” Nef The Pharaoh – “On My Way” Abhi The Nomad – “The Last Supper” PJ – “Nickles & Dimes” Big K.R.I.T. – “K.R.I.T. 4Eva” IAmOnlyMook ft. Phil Swish – “Pep In Your Step”

Last week marked the 25th Anniversary of the acquittal of the four officers who beat Rodney King and the Los Angeles riots. JMack recounts his memories of that day. Episode Playlist: * King Los ft. Marsha Ambrosius – “War” * Bobby Sessions – “Black America” * J. Dilla – “F*** The Police” * 2Pac – “Crooked N*** Too” (QB Remix) * James Watts ft AP – “The Other Side”

Grab a couple cold ones and sit on the patio at the local bar with us. Has Kendrick Lamar reached "GOAT" status? Also, K.Dot vs. 2Pac, Beyonce&'s longevity, the Facebook Live shooter and more.

Our review of Kendrick Lamar’s latest album "DAMN" as we were rollin in the car. What we're your thoughts on the album? Episode Playlist: * Cadillac Freeze “This Feeling” * Freeway ft. Dave East “Hold The Fort” * Gods'Illa ft. Stic Man of Dead Prez “Plugged” * Anik Khan “Kites”

Mack forgot to stop recording on Episode 64, here's a little piece of what happens in The Basement when recording stops with a playlist of tracks at the end! Enjoy! Episode Playlist: * Matt Citron - “New Reign” * Wuntayk Timmy - “Regular” * Gold Link - “New Black” (Shagabond Remix) * Freddie Gibbs - “Andrea” * Dizzy Wright - “Wanna Remind You”

A random conversation about the love and relationships within the Peanuts cartoon.

Blame it on 2016. The episode is dropping four months later. Back to our regularly scheduled programming. Here's episode 64, we talk about 2016, some of our favorite and most disliked albums of the year as well as a review of The Lox new album (which was new at the time) "Filthy America .... It's Beautiful".

It's the annual holiday episode and Major, Mack and Martin were in the Basement! This episode we talked about 2016 XXL Freshmen class, the holidays and we reviewed an album we missed this year, Smoke DZA and Pete Rock's "Don't Smoke Rock" album. Happy Christmahannukwanzadan y'all! Episode Playlist: * Gold Link - "Gold Links Flow" * Cadillac Freeze - "Ladies Love Kool James" * Lalo Lloyd ft. Mia - "That Part" Remix

Due to a snow storm we didn't have Major in the basement this week. So JMack took the opportunity to address a LOT of feedback we've been getting regarding the J.Cole "4 Your Eyez Only" album review he and MOLA1 did in the last episode, Episode 61. In this rewind episode, we go back to August, 2013 to Episode 215 of the HoodHype Podcast featuring an interview with one of our favorites, Midaz The Beast. Hope you enjoy it! Episode Playlist: * Sikai - "Horoscopes For Real N**as: * Leon Marin - "Living Viciously" * Midaz The Beast - "Champion Of The Block" * Midaz The Beast - "Jane Doe"

This episode JMack & MOLA1 are in the basement. We talk about J.Cole's new album "4 Your Eyez Only", Shia Labouf's diss track and we play a new game we like to call "Rap Roulette". Welcome back! Episode Playlist: Notorious BIG - “10 Crack Commandments” Remix Nipsey Hussle ft. Freeway & Cuzzy Capone - " Fucc Em'" Brass Tracks ft. Sinatra & Alexander Lewis - “Let Me Put This Cup Down” Koda The Friend - "Sunny Day Music"

A playlist full of an HOUR of RAP, RAP and more RAP. New full episode the whole team coming soon! Episode Playlist: * Joyner Lucas ft. Busta Rhymes - "Jumanji" * K.A.A.N. x Logic ft. Castro - "Disgusting Kaancepts" (Remix) * Sam Gellaitry- "Arriba" (Lege Kale Remix) * Amine - "Caroline" * Elujay w/ Just Rese - "EBMUD" * Cadillac Freeze - "Ladies Love Kool James" * Freddie Gibbs - "Red Blooded" * Slum Village ft. Kam Corvet- "We On" * MOLA1 - "Knock Knock" * Nick Weaver - "What You Doin These Days" * Mazhe - "Way Too Long" * Tito Lo (Tito Lopez) - "U Know" * Vann - "So Gone"

It’s a messy one. We hope you have fun with it! We’ll be back soon enough!

Back at it with a VERY important announcement for all of you! LET’S GO! Episode Playlist: * Sean Price – “Rap Professor” * Flawless Real Talk – “Tax Season” * Audio Push ft. Musiq Soulchild – “Praise You” * Yelawolf ft. Ben Hameen – “Soul Everyday” * Larry Fisherman ft. Cee Lo – “We” * Koncept – “Time To Go”

We checked out the last stop of the Art of Rap Festival in Detroit. It wasn’t what we expected. Check out the YouTube Video here, and listen to the episode in the Podcast! Episode Playlist: * Grandmaster Flash & The Furious 5 – “Superrappin'” * EPMD – “Crossover” * Naughty By Nature – “Everything’s Gonna Be Alright” * Mobb Deep – “Survival Of The Fittest” * Ice-T – “6 In The Mornin'” * Public Enemy – “Don’t Believe The Hype”