The Composition Podcast

For the first time in a long time, host Dermaine opens up with a poem by Sadhguru, followed by a RIP to beloved rapper Takeoff. Next, Dermaine addresses our book of the week, The Biggest Bluff. Before interviewing R&B artist, SBX- Dermaine plays a track called 'Over the Moon' from her latest album, These Songs Are About You Too.

On this new episode, host Dermaine opens up with another poem by Brandon Dawson. Our topics include the monkeypox scare going around, Shakira's tax evasion, and the death of an American Sports icon. Finally before playing a track from his newly released album- he reads an excerpt from One of Us is Dead by Jeneva Rose!

(RE-UPLOAD) (7/20/22) Dermaine opens up with a poem from our new US Poet Laureate. After giving her bio, Dermaine speaks on the political frenzy surrounding Herschel Walker's political rise. Finally he gives us an excerpt from our book of the month before introducing a track from his unreleased album.

In Episode 19 of the Composition Podcast, host Dermaine opens up with a poem from a Baltimore native. For the news he discusses the horrific slaying of Jaylend Walker (RIP), the assassination of former Japanese Prime Minister Abe, and the Oakland Raiders hiring the NFL's very first woman team president. He then discusses Emmanuel Acho's "Illogical", before closing with a refreshing track by Brandon Dawson.

HAPPY Independence Day! On today's 4th of July episode, the first of the month, our host opens with a poem by a world renowned monk. Secondly he breaks down the new rulings of the Supreme Court before congratulating our newest Justice. Finally he speaks on the insane frenzy in the NBA before introducing the listeners to our book of the week, and a smooth and sexy track by Jay Soul!

(RE-UPLOAD) (6/6/22) On this second episode of the month, Dermaine briefly discusses DC decriminalizing marijuana for workers, DOJ sentencing of a Proud Boy leader, and Lebron's not so shocking success! Finally he closes with a chapter of our book of the month and a tribute song to the recently slain Atlanta rapper.

On this month's introductory episode, our host Dermaine open's with a poem from the beloved Tupac Shakur, followed by discussion of all of the recent tragedy sweeping the nation. Next he speaks on the Johhny Depp/Amber Heard trial and the sudden passing of Marion Barber III. Finally he closes with an excerpt and thoughts on this week's book of the week, Negroes with Guns- our closing music is something a little untraditional for the show...

(*RE-UPLOAD) (5/9/22) Opening Poem: Be Weary of Hitchhikers. Dermaine recaps his experience @ Dwell DC, hosted by Ife the Artist. Next he gives his opinion on the newly released Dr. Strange sequel, followed by congrats for Kendrick Lamar on his final TDE serving, and to JanoethaGod for finishing college! He is also our music spotlight for this week. Enjoy!

(*RE-UPLOAD) (4/18/22)Opening Poem: The Armful by Robert Frost. Dermaine congratulates the women drafted into the WNBA recently. Then he explains preparing to test for his HQL with Elite Ballistics to become a registered gun owner. After recapping Evan Fallenberg's novel, Dermaine finishes this episode with a freestyle!

(*RE-UPLOAD) (4/11/22) This week's opening poem comes from the famous Emily Dickinson. Dermaine talks with week about the confirmation of new Supreme Court Justice Kentanji Brown Jackson, the federal decriminalization of marijuana, and the banning of Will Smith from the Oscars. After recapping the book Clotel (or; the President's daughter) Dermaine finishes with a refreshing DMV lyricist.

(*RE-UPLOAD) (3/21/22) On this episode, Dermaine starts with a poem by Leroi Jones (Amiri Baraka). For our pop culture, Dermaine analyzes three topics: The confirmation hearings of our new Supreme Court Justice nominee, the slap heard 'round the world, and the NFL's new Rooney and overtime rules. After that he gives his take on our book of the week before listening to an upbeat, uptempo track from our artist of the week.

(*RE-UPLOAD) (3/7/22) Dermaine share's another poem by the illustrious Gwendolyn Brooks before discussing Ann Tyler's position of writer's perspective. He then talks about the book of the week, The Three-Cornered War before playing a really, really dope track!

(*RE-UPLOAD) (2/28/22) This week Dermaine discusses African American great, Phyllis Wheatley. He opens with one of her most scrutinized poems, before discussing the book of the week about her. Before this weeks book though, he talks shows, and basketball star detained? Finally he ends with new music for the week.

(*RE-UPLOAD) (2/21/22) Dermaine opens this episode with a poem by Mary Oliver. He then mentions reports of Africans not being allowed to live the Ukraine and gives his review of the Batman. Finally he gives a quick review of A Bittersweet Moment followed by a banger by an upcoming DMV artist.

(*RE-UPLOAD) (2/14/22) Happy Black History Month! Dermaine opens up with a poem by... himself. Then he explains his bittersweet Super Bowl 56 recap, followed by well wishes and prayers for.. well-everyone. Next he breaks down his reading of Iceberg Slim's Pimp book, followed by a closing track where he is featured along with the multi-faceted Tone Fatts.

(*RE-UPLOAD) (2/7/22) Happy Black History Month! On this episode, host Dermaine opens up with a poem by former NBA player, Etan Thomas. He then follows up with SB 56 predictions and praise for the rising star, Joe Burrow. Finally, as usual, a reading from the book of the week and a song from a special music spotlight this week.

(*RE-UPLOAD) (1/31/22) Happy Black History Month! On this episode, host Dermaine reads a poem by Paul Lawrence Dunbar, before briefly discussing TB12's NFL retirement and Brian Flores' lawsuit against the NFL. After praises for Tia William's novel, he plays a banger from an artist he can't seem to find.

(*RE-UPLOAD) (1/17/22) On Episode 3, Dermaine opens up with a poem dedicated to faint and defeating your fears, followed by a happy retirement for a Steelers great. The book of the week is Georgette Heyer's Beauvallet. To prepare for Black History Month, our song of the week is from a good friend of Dermaine's whose talent and skill has touched many artists within the DMV.

(*RE-UPLOAD) (1/10/22) Opening Poem: Good Vibrations by Ife AldinOn this new episode, host Dermaine discusses the loss of an African American icon before discussing the much anticipated 1619 Project edited by Nike Hannah-Jones. He also gives a special shoutout to Swing's Coffee and stand and discusses their holiday been for '21. Our music spotlight this week is none other than.......

(*RE-UPLOAD) (1/3/22) HAPPY '22 to you! In Episode 1 of The Composition Podcast, host Dermaine opens with a poem by Gwendolyn Brooks from A Street In Bronzeville (1945). Then comes RIPS for two American icons lost at the bottom of the year in 2021. Next, our host addresses a few buzzing pop culture topics before revealing thus week.s book and artist of the week for The Composition Bookclub.