Shotgun The Aux

In this episode, we're delighted to welcome back Notts legend, artist, chef, rapper, and all-around nice bloke - Juga-Naut. We delve into his latest album, "Bem II" (Easter eggs and all). Additionally, we discuss how being his authentic self on a record lends itself to creating the best music, the infamous Wilhelm scream, live performances, navigating social media, and much more. Rest assured, he is still "doing his little music thing". "Bem II" is available now on all platforms - don't miss out!Follow Juga-Naut on IG: @juganautFollow us on IG: @shotguntheaux

In today's episode, we have the multi-talented Kid Acne join us to discuss his latest album, "Hauntology Codes," a 10-track project produced by Spectacular Diagnostics. Kid Acne shares his perspective on the crucial role authenticity plays across his creative endeavours, his journey into music making, the catalyst for his return to music, treacherous runs (AKA fell running) and we discover some unusual features that made their way onto the album. Follow Kid Acne on IG: @kidacne Follow Spectacular Diagnostics on IG: @spectaculardiagnostics Follow us on IG: @shotguntheaux

On this episode, Joker Starr joins us to delve into the themes, influences and nuances of his latest album, Gawds Children (produced by DTY FT). We reflect on the battle scene, Joker's artistic journey, challenging gigs, his live performances with Abstract Orchestra and why we won't be catching him in the sea any time soon! Follow Joker Starr on IG: @joker_starr_suupah

On this episode and following the releases of “Lord of the North”, “MPC” and “Unruly”, we sit down with Manchester trio - Piqué Roscoe, Rokz Bundy and Matt Kuartz and chat about how they met, collaborating together, future plans and studio antics, as well as unpick Spotify Wrapped and discuss Manchester's hiphop scene and monthly beat-makers event, WORKINONIT. We also throw a few Nardwuar-style questions in to keep them on their toes. Follow Pique Roscoe on IG: @piqueroscoe Follow Rokz Bundy on IG: @rokzbundy Follow Matt Kuartz on IG: @mattkuartz Follow us on IG: @shotguntheaux

On this episode we catch up with rapper/producer duo Reign MC and Sxndshrxw to chat about their banging debut album "The Black Paintings" inspired by Francisco Goya, supporting the Wu Tang Clan, features from The Game, dark subject matter amongst other wild tangents.The Black Paintings is out everywhere now:https://open.spotify.com/album/2fIeWSUKqcwXwW5JylMt2a?si=1FUDJIKfR4mDTEOdX3NtEwFollow Reign MC on IG: @hippiejumphombreFollow Sxndshrxw on IG: @sxndshrxwFollow us on IG: @shotguntheaux

On this week's episode we go from Bristol to California as Ellie is joined by Mylo Stone, Worms Ali and DJ Frenic to discuss their collaborative project The Shades Series. We delve into the true definition of collaboration, authentic artistic expression and honesty within hip-hop, Shades Series 2, Barbie, the murky underbelly of crystal mining and ask “How often DO they think about the Roman Empire?”. Follow Mylo Stone on IG: @mylo_stone_ Follow Worms Ali on IG: @worms_aliFollow DJ Frenic on IG: @djfrenicFollow our release radar on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4NuCgBfqitz1D1clqAAal5?si=N-KQbn-MRiyEzhQeyIox5ASubscribe to our YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/@ShotgunTheAuxFind us on IG: @shotguntheaux

In this episode, we're joined by the remarkable producer, Big O, hailing from the US. We dive into the world of his extraordinary new concept album, "In The Company Of Others," while also exploring hot topics in the hip hop zeitgeist. Join us as we dissect the Hijack vs. Big Daddy Kane situation, the new series of Top Boy, delve into the complexities of problematic Polish talent shows, and much more. Caution: This episode contains MAJOR spoilers from The Wire that we couldn't be bothered to edit out. Tune in and enjoy.Follow Big O on IG: @the.real.bigo "In The Company Of Others" out now on all dsps and available to purchase on Bandcamp: https://big-o.bandcamp.com/album/in-the-company-of-othersFollow our release radar on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4NuCgBfqitz1D1clqAAal5?si=N-KQbn-MRiyEzhQeyIox5ASubscribe to our YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/@ShotgunTheAuxFind us on Instagram: @shotguntheaux

In this episode, the gang is joined by rapper Xanny Dyer to debate drumless instrumentals, Action Bronson's Tiny Desk concert, questionable behaviour at gigs, Eminem vs Melle Mel and much more hip hop related chat.Follow our release radar on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4NuCgBfqitz1D1clqAAal5?si=N-KQbn-MRiyEzhQeyIox5ASubscribe to our YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/@ShotgunTheAuxFind us on Instagram: @shotguntheauxFollow Xanny Dyer on Instagram: @xannydyer_

Back to our interview antics on this episode as Rob and Ellie talk to potential aoty contenders King Kashmere and Alecs DeLarge. They discuss "The Album To End All Alien Abductions", UFO congress hearings, pigeon canons, the return of MC Downblast, and generally have a lovely time."The Album To End All Alien Abductions" is out now on all dsps and available to purchase via High Focus Records.Follow King Kashmere on IG: @kingkashmere_officialFollow Alecs DeLarge on IG: @astrolivinFollow our release radar on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4NuCgBfqitz1D1clqAAal5?si=N-KQbn-MRiyEzhQeyIox5ASubscribe to our YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/@ShotgunTheAuxFind us on Instagram: @shotguntheaux

Join hosts Rob and Ellie as they explore the Hip Hop zeitgeist in our latest episode, where they delve into Busta Rhymes' moving BET awards speech, a concerning TikTok video featuring Keith Murray, and the mind-bending collaboration of King Kashmere and Alecs DeLarge on their captivating new project "The Album To End All Alien Abductions". Plus, Freddie Gibbs in a bunny suit for some reason.Follow our release radar on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4NuCgBfqitz1D1clqAAal5?si=N-KQbn-MRiyEzhQeyIox5ASubscribe to our YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/@ShotgunTheAuxFind us on Instagram: @shotguntheaux

Welcome to this week's episode of Shotgun The Aux. Brace yourself for a critical exploration of AI and algorithms in rap music. Join the gang as they skeptically dissect the pros and cons of surrendering rap to the realm of artificial intelligence. Prepare for a bleak discussion on the potential loss of authentic artistic expression and the looming threat of shovelware tracks. It's a cynical and cautionary journey into a future where rap risks becoming a soulless algorithmic creation. Don't miss this episode filled with grim reflections on the impact of AI in the rap genre. This episode description was definitely not written by chatgpt.Follow our release radar on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4NuCgBfqitz1D1clqAAal5?si=N-KQbn-MRiyEzhQeyIox5ASubscribe to our YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/@ShotgunTheAuxFind us on Instagram: @shotguntheaux

Since the dawn of hip hop, the authenticity of an artist has always come in to question through their lyrics. Whether it be a depiction of their environment, or extra curricular activities that they may be involved in. But where do the lines blur between real life and artistic license? Is it acceptable to make stuff up for the sake of a dope rhyme? Join us as we discuss our takes on "realness" in rap lyrics as well as other hip hop related topics including Rap Caviar for Spotify's 50 best beats of all time, and Freddie Gibbs baby mama drama.Joining us on this episode is UK rapper and producer Daniel Son. Go check his new banger of a project "Red October" out now on all DSPs.

In this episode we reintroduce ourselves by talking about some of the artists and albums that got us into Hip Hop. We then get into a (much heated at times) debate about which UK rappers we think should link up with legendary producer The Alchemist.Follow us on Instagram @shotguntheauxFollow our release radar playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4NuCgBfqitz1D1clqAAal5?si=ra8KL3H_RzCA7sn0OWtUYwSubscribe to our YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/@ShotgunTheAux

On this episode we chat to Australian rapper Nelson Dialect about his Hip Hop journey, taking him from Adelaide to New York to the UK and signing with High Focus Record. Nelson's new EP "A SCENIC GLITCH" is out now on the usual platforms and features Planet Asia, Milano Constantine, Sadat X and A.G...go run it up!Follow Nelson Dialect on Instagram: @nelson.dialect

On this episode (audio grab from IG live) we catch up with Boom Bap supergroup Write 2 Speak comprising of rapper and producer duo C.o.N-Vers and C. Facts.Go check out their absolute banger of a double album "The C.V" out now on the usual platforms. Physicals also available via www.dissfiguredrecords.com

On this episode (audio grab from IG Live) we caught up with stand up comedian and rap practitioner Joe "Jester" Jacobs to discuss comedy, horror films, cancel culture, and a healthy dose of rap music.Joe's new album "Moose Solutions" is out now via Revorg Records and is available to steam on all good platforms. Go cop that and run it up because it's a banger!Buy "Moose Solutions" on Bandcamp: https://revorgrecords.bandcamp.com/album/moose-solutions-rvg039Jester Jacobs on Insta @jesterjacobs

On this episode we are joined by rap supergroup the Velour Falcons consisting of Cosm and Mick Swagger. Go check out their latest album 'Falconry' on all good streaming platforms.

On our latest episode, Rob chats to Bristol based rapper Mylo Stone. Cronx veteran Oliver Sudden also makes an appearance. 

On this episode, Rob catches up with Brighton rap collective CMPND to chat about their new album "Long Live The Court", live shows, inspiration and other madness. "Long Live The Court" out now on High Focus RecordsGuests: @cmpndtnt (@wundrizzy @donald_surfaces @_vitstagram_)Host: @cosmsuper@shotguntheaux

On this episode we are joined by one of the greatest rappers to grace these shores: Juga-Naut.We chat to Jugz about navigating around the industry as an independent artist, live shows, recent projects, influences, favourite rappers, coming through in the Nottingham scene with the likes of Cappo and Scorzayzee, all night horror-thons, how to make an easy omelette and more.Jugz's latest self produced project "Situationist: Stolen Art, Pt 3" is out now on all platforms. You can check his incredible back catalogue on Bandcamp: https://juganaut.bandcamp.com/Guest: @juganautHosts: @cosmsuper & @teacozee (@shotguntheaux)

On this episode we catch up again with @genesiselijah for his insights on navigating around the music industry as an independent artist. This time round we focus on money matters i.e. what is the most important aspect when investing in your art. Where should the money be spent? How much risk should you take? How important is social media when it comes to promoting yourself as an artist?Aspiring and established artists take note. The man speaks nothings but facts!Hosted by @cosmsuper & @c.facts_the_evil_genius

This week we caught up with UK Hip Hop legend Verb T to chat current projects, being back on tour, favourite non-hip hop artists, biggest inspirations, favourite hip hop albums, most slept on artists, the rolling stone top 200 hip hop albums list and more!

In the first of our "Industry talk" mini series, we chat to UK rap veteran Genesis Elijah about features i.e. how a good feature can help to promote a record, how features can generate creative competition, how features can also be a detriment etc.The OG Blade also joined half way through to feature on the episode (see what we did there) and gave some of his own insights on the topic. 

In this episode we interviewed @boodafrench about his new album “the losers victory lap”. We talk fences, his dog hector, battle rap, selling CDs at gigs, and the day to day grind of life.Hosted by @cosmsuper Joined by @mickswaggeruk The cosmic @kingkashmere_official And the Shotgun The Bars 2022 champion @pressuno The boss also made an appearance @teacozee Love to everyone who tuned in to the IG LiveGo follow us on IG @shotguntheaux#hiphop #ukhiphop #instagramlive #podcast #rap #music #life

In this episode we were joined by a few heads on Instagram live to shotgun the sh*t about rap music, Shotgun The Bars, and answered some Q&A. We will be back soon with our regularly scheduled programming.

On our first episode of 2022, the gang discuss the qualifying round of the #SHOTGUNTHEBARS competition and give their predictions for round 1. Head over to our Instagram account @shotguntheaux to follow the action!This episode features UK Hip Hop's favourite Canadian Dad @canadiandadreacts and beat maker extraordinaire @c.facts_the_evil_genius 

In this episode we finally conclude on our joint top 4* UK rappers (there are 16 in total to avoid confusion). To add to the festive fun, head over to our Instagram @shotguntheaux to vote for your favourite in our head to head showdown. Oh and have a good Christmas and that. Safe.*In the episode we state top 10 which is a mistake as joint 10th-5th spot was covered in part 2. We don't get paid for this sh*t.

Welcome back to hell. If you haven't listened to part 1 yet, go and do that...or don't bother. Nothing matters anymore. Part 3 coming soon...wait what?Shouts to Uncle Mick for editing this monstrosity.@shotguntheaux

AND WE'RE BACK! We recently asked you on Instagram to vote for who you think is the "greatest technical rapper from the UK". There was a very diverse response with many obvious choices, some not so obvious, and a few in between. After a bloody long hiatus, we are back to tackle the near impossible task of debating and categorising EVERY rapper in the list and giving our own takes on it. We also call out a few glaring omissions.Shouts to Mick Swagger for the guest appearance and for handling editing duties on this episode.Let us know what you thought of the discussion and hit us up on Instagram @shotguntheauxStay tuned for part 2 coming soon!

On our latest episode we catch up with UK Hip Hop legend Blade.Hailing from Iran, Blade moved to New Cross, London at the tender age of 7. During his formative years in the capital he would discover Hip Hop and become one with the definition of the word hustler. Boasting the innate hypothetical ability to hustle from one end of one high road to the other while simultaneously ignoring back to back naked females...until all wax was shifted.Blade has been prolific since his first release in 1988. A year later he dropped his standout banger "Lyrical Maniac". Which fused together timeless raw lyricism and dope production becoming a benchmark of UK Hip Hop at that time. After setting the bar, Blade would go on to drop singles in the early 90s like “Mind of an Ordinary Citizen” and “Rough it Up”. Along with three LPs, the most notably “The Lion Goes from Strength to Strength”. Then came “The Unknown” with the late great Mark B. The album is an absolute classic marrying old school and new succinctly into one body of work while Blade tirelessly fights the music industry in order to come out on top. Utilising such legends as Rodney P, Skinnyman and Chester P to pepper Mark Bs production with the flavour of what was to come in UK Hip Hop.Nowadays, Blade has put the mic on the back burner (but not necessarily the pen) to champion his media channel @0521official. The ethos of the channel is to work together and build a scene through positive relationships in order to showcase good music without ego (in our humble opinion).05:21 is going from strength to strength, interviewing legends such as Chester P, Mercury from Gunshot, Jonzi D, with live performances from Prospects, Joker Starr, Gee Bag and many more to come.UK Hip Hop needs people like Blade, UK Hip Hop needs MORE people like Blade. For knowledge, humour and most importantly, unity.Subscribe to 05:21: https://youtube.com/c/0521OfficialFollow Blade on Instagram: @blade691_ukFollow 05:21 on Instagram:  @0521official

On this episode we catch up with Kashmere, Booda French and HPBLK aka Old Children and break down their incredibly dope new EP "Push Start".Old Children is latest multi-headed beast alliance of hip-hop minds HPBLK (HYPERBOLIC), Booda French and King Kashmere who takes the helm handling the production duties of the project. On Push Start; HPBLK and Booda trade bars carved from out of this world imagery, left field references and forward thinking quantum streams of thought over King Kashmeres hypnotic futuristic lo-tech cosmic slop. A slick 6 track affair (also featuring Ramson Badbonez and DJ Jazz-T) this short but sweet project is a glimpse of what the magical trio have to offer. Stream/purchase "Push Start" on Bandcamp:https://oldchildren.bandcamp.com/releasesListen to Old Children on Spotify:  https://open.spotify.com/artist/6FBB3Kt8WWZMh179gAdKrG?si=rhDqJaUwS_GQ1-G8jeJxFw&dl_branch=1Old Children on Instagram: https://instagram.com/emptyretirementfund?utm_medium=copy_linkKing Kashmere on Instagram: https://instagram.com/kingkashmere?utm_medium=copy_linkBooda French on Instagram: https://instagram.com/boodafrench?utm_medium=copy_linkHPBLK on Instagram: https://instagram.com/hyperdashbolic?utm_medium=copy_link#OLDCHILDREN #SHOTGUNTHEAUX

Welcome to "Shotgun The Classics" where we revisit and breakdown some of our favourite underground Hip Hop albums.In this episode, we deep dive into "DettWork SouthEast" the debut full length album from UK Hip Hop legend Blak Twang aka Tony Rotten. Recorded in 1995, DettWork SouthEast was a defining moment within UK Hip Hop. Though never formally released, this album is a certified classic with tracks like "Fearless", "Real Estate", "Queens Head", and, of course the album's title track "Dettwork SouthEast"...mind the gap old chap.Listen to "DettWork SouthEast" on Spotify:   https://open.spotify.com/album/1539Rb9iCTiGf8DDxJ18g1?si=pvrGBXCcSEecJyFWdI7_5g&dl_branch=1Follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/shotguntheaux?igshid=14w9kqlm8clcxSubscribe to us on YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/ShotgunTheAux

Welcome to  "Shotgun The Classics" where we revisit and breakdown some of our favourite Hip Hop albums.In this episode, we deep dive into "New Mic Order" the debut full length album from UK Hip Hop legends Task Force (brothers Chester P and Farma G) produced by the late great Mark B.Listen to "New Mic Order" on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/1DWVsWPmsW80fMy23D2He5?si=vby7PG8TQU6e8kvW_growAFollow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/shotguntheaux?igshid=14w9kqlm8clcxSubscribe to us on YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/ShotgunTheAux

Welcome to  "Shotgun The Classics" where we revisit and breakdown some of our favourite Hip Hop albums.In this episode, we take on the UK Hip Hop masterpiece that is "The Sagas Of..." by Hackney rapper Klashnekoff released in 2004 on Kemet records.Once again, DJ and producer Harry Love joined us to chat about producing "Parrowdice" and possibly one of the biggest tunes in UK Hip Hop history... "Murda".Listen to "The Sagas Of..." on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/2wP36nB9J4IPGQKQbqXTWv?si=4tdX0GApQ8qdzawg6XWD3AFollow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/shotguntheaux?igshid=14w9kqlm8clcxSubscribe to us on YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/ShotgunTheAuxFollow Harry Love on Instagram: https://instagram.com/djharrylove_uk?igshid=17hy1xahxrvtn

Welcome to our brand new section - "Shotgun The Classics" (we couldn't come up with anything more original) where we revisit and breakdown some of our favourite Hip Hop albums.In this episode, we tackle the seminal UK Hip Hop classic "The Return Of The Drifter" by English rapper Jehst released in 2002 on Low Life Records.After revisiting the album in a track by track breakdown, we were joined by UK veteran DJ and producer Harry Love who gave some insight on how the project came into existence, meeting Jehst for the first time and being blown away by his bars, legendary street cyphers with UK Hip Hop royalty, and of course his production on the classic tracks "Alcoholic Author" and "Staircase to Stage".(Note: we were all scratching our heads (no pun intended) trying to figure out who performed the cuts for the record. Harry did in fact confirm after recording that this was in fact DJ Ideal)Time stamps below:00:06:17 - Album breakdown00:57:40 - Harry Love interviewFollow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/shotguntheaux?igshid=14w9kqlm8clcxSubscribe to us on YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/ShotgunTheAuxFollow Harry Love on Instagram: https://instagram.com/djharrylove_uk?igshid=17hy1xahxrvtn

On this episode we catch up to chat about our recent "SHOTGUN THE BARS" competition. Joining us to shoot the breeze is our first ever STB champion Lomax, runner up Blurred Thirst, judge and rapper Cosm, and judge and producer Big O. Even Jake made an appearance for this one...so you know it's about to get serious. We discuss the competition as a whole from the qualifying round, all the way through to the finals. There were laughs, there were tears, there were moose's d*cks, there were vote rigging Russian bots (allegedly), there was beef, but above all...there were dope bars a plenty.If the above paragraph didn't make any sense to you, head over to our Instagram and check out the posts from the past couple of months before you peep this episode. A big shoutout to all of the finalists: PJD, Bxrbarian, Pique Roscoe, Mick Swagger, C.o.N-Vers, Reign, Naninho, Bucks, Archetype, Moo, Relly, Jaydar, Jacob Fiya Flaim, Blurred Thirst, and Lomax. Also shouts to all the MCs who participated in the competition, to Big O and g Man for providing the bangers, to Chester P, Verbz, and CLBRKS for helping us spread the word, and to everyone else tuning in. Until next time

On this episode we are joined by the incredibly talented singer/songwriter, musician and producer - Mac Lloyd.We chat to the Melancholic Soul King about his introduction to making music, working with Res One and Green Brick Records, WWF (again

On this episode we are joined by Essex born/LA based rap artist - Verses Bang.Currently residing in Hollywood, we chat to Verses about settling into life across the pond during the pandemic, his new EP "The New Normal?" (solely produced by fellow Troll Gang member Oozhe), the perception of UK rap music in the States, favourite wrestlers, his passion for collecting streetwear (before it was cool), the time he met Nas in Sweet Chick, and much more!This episode features the tracks "Courtside Jack" and "Covid 44" taken from "THE NEW NORMAL?" EP, out now on all good digital platforms. Links below...Verse Bang on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5cDQsX2d6O0Ok7UAab1oxV?si=Rq_RljhUT3q8qLEMx89aCQVerses Bang on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/gb/artist/verses-bang/1393727203Verses Bang on Bandcamp:https://versesbang.bandcamp.com/Connect with Verses Bang on Instagram: https://instagram.com/bangcam?igshid=sfwbu4803j3oVerses Bang on YouTube: https://youtube.com/user/GUTTARECS"COURTSIDE JACK" Official Video: https://youtu.be/poZ7lC71RBA"COVID 44 " Official Video: https://youtu.be/Uk6lROWIvYoOther links:"Beyond the Mat" Wrestling documentary: https://youtu.be/Ryt6uc4Ojes#SHOTGUNTHEAUX #VERSESBANGConnect with Shotgun The Aux:Youtube: https://youtube.com/c/ShotgunTheAuxInstagram: https://instagram.com/shotguntheaux?igshid=1mjrrcjyy43nsFacebook: @shotguntheauxTwitter: @ShotgunTheAux

On this episode we are joined by Leeds based rapper, producer and founder of Message Of A Nation Records - MOAN aka Oxymoron aka Joe White.We chat to Joe about his creative process, alter egos, regional accents in Hip Hop, favourite UK artists, documentary making, his ideal musical lineup, why balaclavas make perfect Christmas presents, how Barcelona is the Bristol of Spain, how Berlin is the Bristol of Germany, and golden showers for some reason...This episode features the track "Witness" feat. C.o.N-Vers, Mooch and Bxbarian.Connect with Joe on Instagram:@oxymorons_bipolarhttps://www.instagram.com/oxymorons_bipolar/@messageofanationrecordshttps://www.instagram.com/messageofanationrecords/Other links: Message Of A Nation Records https://www.youtube.com/c/MessageOfANationRecordshttps://messageofanationrecords.bandcamp.com/MOAN on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/artist/3cNXugoCcwhrWzkev72RTjOxymoron on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/artist/2JkczAeddCOL3TbSKqMHKgVisuals Artist. Joseph White https://moanuk.wixsite.com/oppositeAgnus Obel - Dezer Session https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UXnJzrMKBK8BBC 3 - Why I live like A Traveller https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UXnJzrMKBK8

On our first episode of 2021 we are joined by UK Hip Hop legend Ramson BadBonez.We chat to Ramson about his recent project - the Love Music EP, early influences in Hip Hop, 80s horror movies, the inspiration behind his alter egos Jason Bonez and Oscar the Slouch, meeting Task Force at 13 years old, business etiquette in rap and much more! We also revisited a few classics from the discography including 'Death Mask', 'Mic Day The 13th', and the seminal 'A Year in the Life of Oscar the Slouch'.This episode features the track 'Raw Lines' taken from the Love Music EP. Out now on digital platforms.Follow Ramson BadBonez on Instagram: @oscarslouchRamson BadBonez on Bandcamp: https://ramsonbadbones.bandcamp.com/album/love-musicRamson BadBonez on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3GXR87K6u3BrzBfdsEf2cR?si=8_IIWw2JRdKP-uoqo3qm_A'Mr White' music video: https://youtu.be/arNS2eJQehU'Sarcophagus' music video: https://youtu.be/Kj4TlB9DSo8'Raw Lines' music video: https://youtu.be/b9dX7vUmAhU

After the utter sh*t show 2020 turned out to be, we decided to jump on one final podcast to put the world to rights, whilst discussing some of our favourite Hip Hop albums and moments from the show. Tune in to find out if Jake bothered to turn up...Happy Holidays from Shotgun The Aux

On this episode we are joined by Bradford based rapper and Battle Rap legend - the one and only Lunar C.We chat to Lunar about his dope new project 'Pink Lagoon' with producer HashFinger, favourite UK rappers, Lockdown music videos, Twitter antics, Don't Flop (sorry not sorry) and much more!"Ease Up" video out now: https://youtu.be/7ADmudTxe_gCop Pink Lagoon on vinyl: https://qrates.com/projects/21710-pink-lagoonListen to Pink Lagoon on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/2k4fFKnmLCaRWSQAUWagjK?si=-8-LFnB4RYCrV9ixhGLtlAConnect with Lunar C on Instagram: @onepunchwilly

On our latest episode we are joined by our first ever guest from across the pond - Boston native, and legendary wordsmith REKS.We chat to Reks about his take on the 2020 pandemic, his incredible new album T.H.I.N.G.S, working with some of the dopest producers in the game (The Alchemist, Apollo Brown, DJ Premier, Nottz, Evidence to name a few), the early days with Statik Selektah, European tours, crushing live shows with M.O.P. and much more!This episode features the track "Complex" featuring Pharoahe Monch.Listen to T.H.I.N.G.S on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/5A3vwrEnCCslFGDldLvrUn?si=BPrZOU4nTuSgbmwjOenpdAConnect with REKS on Instagram: @rekshiphopBe sure to cop a ticket for the "T.H.I.N.G.S Don't Stop Cuz of Covid" Tour via Zoom.PayPal: rekingsupreme@gmail.com

On our latest episode we are joined by Brighton based singer/songwriter, musician and producer - KIANVSLIFE.We chat to Kian about his introduction to music production, his appreciation of song composition, musical influences from Odd Future to Prince, why it's important to break free of the RnB blueprint and much more.This episode features the track "Sally" taken from Kian's brand new EP 'Lady Jasper' available now on all good platforms. KIANVSLIFE on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3hwIfxqCXxXrhDFm8ZYuSc?si=n2shY-0WRXGzY9R2_o88ugSubscribe to KIANVSLIFE on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTmDMTRut5LWYC59xPd3OxwConnect with Kian on Instagram: @kianvsinsta

On this episode we had the great pleasure of hosting one of the most influential Hip Hop artists to grace the UK - the legend that is Chester P Hackenbush.We chat to Chester about the current state of the nation, the adverse impact of social media on our collective consciousness, past and upcoming projects, his love of performing live shows, the time he supported Super Furry Animals in Cardiff, releasing music in the modern era, some objective truths around UK Hip Hop vs Grime, and of course...the seminal UK rap group Task Force.Stay locked for Chester's upcoming collaborative project with DJ Goblin dropping in 2021.'The Nameless Project' is out now on digital platforms.Chester P on Bandcamp: https://realtalkrecordsuk.bandcamp.com/musicChester P on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4FrXJhZSdzA6ALFiC4KaIf?si=pJMfHmzVTSSw_39q8TM3JwChester P on Instagram: @chesterp_therealoneChester P for Mayor - Hip Hop and Homelessness Documentary: https://youtu.be/XzuPwTbo_tMPeace!

On this episode we are joined by Croydon rap duo The Strange Neighbour & Big Toast aka 'TUFF BOYZ'.We chat to the boyz about founding the prolific UK Hip Hop record label Revorg Records, working with a multitude of talent from across the scene, their hilarious 2019 album 'Bat Night' (prod. Oliver Sudden), satirical music videos, early rap names, favourite producers, and how the UK Hip Hop scene can be waaaay too small. Stay locked for Big Toast's upcoming project with UK veteran producer 184 - "Who s**t in the Sandpit?"In the meantime head on over to revorgrecords.bandcamp.com to check out the tonne of dope releases from the Revorg roster.Connect with TUFF BOYZ on Instagram: @thestrangeneighbour@bigtoast_revorgrecords@revorg_recordsListen to TUFF BOYZ on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/3R8MP4kETgnTIeCxnvQY0h?si=EgLbXHaKSBCbdJ5YzMaq2Q

On this episode we are joined by founders of the Big Rap Cookbook - Scott "Booda" French and Samuel "Fatty" Hemingway.The Big Rap Cookbook was born out of the boy's shared passion for food references in rap, and features recipes from some of Hip Hop's leading MCs, DJs and Producers. We chat to the guys about how the Big Rap Cookbook was published, Fatty's food bar database, interviews with rap legends, veganism, obscure food references in Hip Hop, Action Bronson, NY culinary hotspots, collaborating with Taste Cadets, and Cuban Sandwiches. The Big Rap Cookbook volume 2 drops very soon. Sign up to the mailing list on their website for updates:https://www.bigrapcookbook.com/Check out the Big Rap Cookbook Podcast:https://open.spotify.com/show/4YBxMn8YUVQ04DMr1UgZwY?si=ZbL86CzbQ-6VTevS45NOxwConnect with the guys on Instagram:@bigrapcookbook@boodafrench@samuelhemingwayEnjoy!

On this episode we are joined by hosts of the Brick Sofa Podcast - Res One and DJ Rogue.We chat to Res and Rogue about the phases of lockdown, the divisive nature of the current political climate, the pros and cons of the Information Age, living in an echo chamber, new music, and much more.Subscribe to the Brick Sofa Podcast here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3ARzR-GYl8tw0Uia-jiSRgListen to Res One here: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0jDSBMgG4qeVWW0GAWnCRw?si=YDQZqNDxR0WqZ7SrSwNxwQListen to DJ Rogue here: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1GAF5I65NKfscb6MWJRSMo?si=fKr_romfTly-k-f1y5dAHgRes One on Instagram: @res_onerDJ Rogue on Instagram: @djroguezilla

On this episode we are joined by London based rapper and stand up comedian - Joe Jacobs (aka Jester Jacobs).We chat to Joe about some of his most embarrassing standup stories, being inspired by the likes of Jack Dee and Jerry Sadowitz (who might have once threatened to kill him), the impact of PC culture on comedy, rap audiences vs comedy audiences, the evolution of comedy in the Internet age, and why sometimes you just need to "eat shit" to grow as a comedian. Stay locked for Joe's documentary "Hip Hop's Laughing Stock" dropping on BBC Radio 4 in September 2020.Subscribe to Joe Jacobs on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/jesterjacobsListen to Joe Jacobs on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0jO1dUFGIsCO1lQxRN3JwC?si=lBb9L_juSwOPiySWIdSfoAFollow Joe on Instagram: https://instagram.com/jesterjacobs?igshid=1m4as96zkckmm

On our latest episode we are joined by London based rap/production duo Summers Sons (brothers Slim and Turt) and keyboard player/vocalist C Tappin.We chat to the guys about projects past and new, touring with Children of Zeus, The Soulquarians, Dave Chappelle's Block Party, starting their new label "Lightworks", breaking down LoFi and much more.Listen to Summers Sons on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6dX4na3KWr3yMTLU4l1W7z?si=ZBHsTCT0Qe6Soab7vNKe2AListen to Summers Sons on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/MPMTVConnect with Summers Sons on Instagram:@summers_sonsConnect with C Tappin on Instagram: @ceetappin

On our latest episode we are joined by Bristol wordsmith and C.E.O of O.R. Records - Wish Master.We chat to Wish about his latest LP "THE BULL" (The Best Underrated Living Legend), his recent interview on the BBC addressing the BLM movement, live stream concerts, the video shoot for the track "Science" taken from his incredible debut full length project "Boom Bap To The Future", supporting Ghostface and much more.Link to Science video: https://youtu.be/ilS8l0r7lkw"THE BULL" is out now on digital platforms and physicals available on Bandcamp. Go bump that.Wish Master on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1PnQ5ew1JOtCQfbXWmXAWn?si=USJCj4nzSs2PeJf5KJMHigOFFICIAL RECORDINGS on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCH7yGoe2OzPKj38N6JPkCkAFollow Wish Master on Instagram: @wishmaster_or