Sean Kantrowitz connects with hip hop's biggest fans – rappers, DJs, producers, writers, comedians, actors, and everything in between – to test their rap trivia skills, discuss their careers, and talk about how the music changed their lives.
The The Questions Hip Hop Trivia podcast is a must-listen for any hip hop fan. With its insightful interviews, fun trivia games, and the unique concept of cutting albums down to 10 tracks, this podcast offers a comprehensive and entertaining exploration of the genre. It is a great podcast to listen to with friends, as it sparks friendly competition in guessing the correct answers. I find myself eagerly anticipating each new episode, even setting notifications so I don't miss out.
One of the best aspects of this podcast is the thoroughness and comprehensiveness of the content. The hosts delve deep into the artists' backgrounds, giving listeners a behind-the-scenes look at their journey in the music industry. The trivia games are well-crafted and challenging, making it exciting to play along and test one's knowledge. Additionally, their "Making Illmatic" series is particularly enjoyable, as they break down iconic albums song by song and discuss their significance in hip hop history.
However, one potential downside of this podcast is that some episodes may not resonate with all listeners. While they have a wide range of guests from different eras and styles within hip hop, personal preferences may lead to some episodes being more enjoyable than others. Additionally, although the trivia games are engaging, there may be moments where listeners who are not as familiar with certain artists or songs feel left out.
In conclusion, The Questions Hip Hop Trivia podcast deserves more visibility and respect for its impressive content and format. It offers an immersive experience for hip hop enthusiasts who want to learn more about their favorite artists while having fun with trivia games. The interview segments are insightful and provide a unique perspective on the genre. Overall, this podcast is highly recommended for anyone seeking a comprehensive library of hip hop knowledge mixed with entertainment value.
The second Draft episode of The Questions Hip-Hop podcast takes an in-depth deep dive into the year 2005. Sean Kantrowitz, MidaZ the BEAST, Justin Hunte (The Company Man) and The Last MJ (Don't Quote Me podcast) comb through the year 2005, selecting their picks for Best Mainstream Album, Best Independent Album, Best Beat, Best Emcee, Best Verse, Best Guest Feature/Verse, Best Producer, Best Album Cover, and Best Video. Buckle up and get ready for some hot takes, debates, and a thoughtful look back at what was happening in hip-hop 20 (!) years ago. Patreon.com/thequestionshiphop questionshiphop.com youtube.com/thequestionshiphop The Questions Hip-Hop: Instagram Sean Kantrowitz: Instagram MidaZ the BEAST: Instagram Justin Hunte: Instagram The Last MJ: Instagram
Originally broadcast on June 7, 2021. Can't Knock the Shuffle features Sean Kantrowitz exploring the discography of an artist, and leaving it to an algorithm to choose which randomly-selected songs to ask the artist about. This classic episode features El Da Sensei, the Newark rapper and members of Artifacts whose career spans several decades, groups, and solo projects. Songs: "Speakin'" ('Relax, Relate, Release', 2003) "Live Noise" feat. Akrobatik (w/ The Returners, 'GT2: Nu World', 2010) "Wrong Side of Da Tracks" (Artifacts, 'Between a Rock and a Hard Place', 1994) "It Takes Two" (w/ Sadat X, 'XL,' 2018) "Money" feat Roc Marciano and Reef the Lost Cause ('The Money EP', 2009) "Got Fire" (w/ The Returners, 'Global Takeover', 2008) "31 Bumrush" (Artifacts, 'That's Them,' 1997) Patreon.com/thequestionshiphop questionshiphop.com youtube.com/thequestionshiphop The Questions Hip-Hop: Instagram Sean Kantrowitz: Instagram El Da Sensei: Instagram
Originally broadcast on January 13, 2021. Sean is joined by Seattle's self-proclaimed "Queen of Rap," Gifted Gab for a hilarious and insightful conversation about her career – as well as a game of hip-hop trivia. Patreon.com/thequestionshiphop questionshiphop.com youtube.com/thequestionshiphop The Questions Hip-Hop: Instagram Sean Kantrowitz: Instagram Gifted Gab: Instagram
Making Illmatic returns to The Questions Hip-Hop, as Sean Kantrowitz and MidaZ the BEAST are joined by emcee/producer Jamil Honesty to deep dive into Nas's 'It Was Written' and attempt to scale the album down to its 10 best songs. How do you trim this LP down to 10 songs and does doing so help or hurt the album? Patreon.com/thequestionshiphop questionshiphop.com youtube.com/thequestionshiphop The Questions Hip-Hop: Instagram Sean Kantrowitz: Instagram MidaZ the BEAST: Instagram Jamil Honesty: Instagram
Originally broadcast on Feb 3, 2021. Sean is joined by producer/DJ Skizz to talk about his career in hip-hop and producing for the likes of Roc Marciano, Freeway, Sean Price, and many others. And of course – to put his hip-hop trivia skills to the test. Patreon.com/thequestionshiphop questionshiphop.com youtube.com/thequestionshiphop The Questions Hip-Hop: Instagram Sean Kantrowitz: Instagram
200th Episode Celebration! Sean recounts the 12 Most Important Moments in the podcast's history. Patreon.com/thequestionshiphop questionshiphop.com youtube.com/thequestionshiphop The Questions Hip-Hop: Instagram Sean Kantrowitz: Instagram
Patreon.com/thequestionshiphop questionshiphop.com youtube.com/thequestionshiphop Originally broadcast on March 16, 2021. Rapper/producer Lord Digga has collaborated with some absolute legends throughout his career, including Notorious B.I.G. (with three songs on his classic debut 'Ready to Die'), Ol' Dirty Bastard, Masta Ace, and many more. Digga shares stories from his career, tests his hip hop trivia skills, and answers fan questions in this classic episode of The Questions. The Questions Hip-Hop: Instagram Sean Kantrowitz: Instagram
Patreon.com/thequestionshiphop questionshiphop.com Sean connects with Wu-Tang Clan's Mathematics for a "Can't Knock the Shuffle"-themed episode, powered by the AI in FYI.AI and covering the stories behind six randomly-selected Wu songs produced by Mathematics. They also talk about the latest Mathematics-produced Wu-Tang album 'Black Samson: The Bastard Swordsman.' Mathematics "Respect Mine" feat. Raekwon, Method Man, & Cappadonna (Love, Hell or Right, 2003) Wu-Tang Clan & Mathematics "Mandingo" (Black Samson, The Bastard Swordsman, 2025) Ghostface Killah "Mighty Healthy" (Supreme Clientele, 2000) Wu-Tang Clan "Do You Really (Thang Thang)" (The W, 2000) Method Man and Redman "Fire Ina Hole" (Blackout!, 1999) Wu-Tang Clan "Lesson Learn'd" (The Saga Continues, 2017) The Questions Hip-Hop: Instagram Sean Kantrowitz: Instagram Mathematics: Instagram
Patreon.com/thequestionshiphop questionshiphop.com youtube.com/thequestionshiphop Originally broadcast on November 18, 2020. Digging in the Questions Classic crates for this throwback episode featuring DJ and producer 7l of Czarface and 7L & Esoteric. The Questions Hip-Hop: Instagram Sean Kantrowitz: Instagram 7L : Instagram
Patreon.com/thequestionshiphop questionshiphop.com youtube.com/thequestionshiphop Esteemed hip-hop historian and journalist Dart Adams returns to the Making Illmatic series of The Questions Hip-Hop, joining Sean Kantrowitz and MidaZ the BEAST in examining Cannibal Ox's debut album 'The Cold Vein.' How do you trim this LP down to 10 songs and does doing so help or hurt the album? The Questions Hip-Hop: Instagram Sean Kantrowitz: Instagram MidaZ the BEAST: Instagram Dart Adams: Instagram
Patreon.com/thequestionshiphop questionshiphop.com youtube.com/thequestionshiphop Originally broadcast on May 24, 2021. Simply put, Tre Hardson aka Slimkid3 is a legend. Hip hop was forever changed in 1992 when his group the Pharcyde emerged onto the scene with their classic debut album 'Bizarre Ride II The Pharcyde.' The group brought a decidedly animated and imaginative element to their songwriting and presence on the microphone – and Tre definitely stood out with his distinct melodic voice; you could really even say that a lot of these rappers who sing owe a bit to Slimkid3. The Pharcyde's second album Labcabincalifornia sported a darker sound (and early contributions from the great Jay Dee aka Jay Dilla) that reflected the frustration the group was going through with both the industry – and internally. Tre did one last album with the group (2000's Plain Rap) before embarking on a solo career that also has seen him team up with DJ Nu-Mark from Jurassic 5, Ozomatli, and occasional reunions with various members of his Pharcyde brethren – and today they are back at it (as a trio), touring the world and possibly poised to release new music soon. In this Can't Knock the Shuffle classic, we break down stories behind the following songs: "Groupie Therapy" (Pharcyde 'Labcabincalifornia', 1995) "Trust" (Pharcyde 'Plain Rap', 2000) "King" feat Diamond D and K-Natural ('Slimkid3 & Nu-Mark', 2016) "Life is Love" ('Liberation', 2002) "Pick It Up" feat Dillon Cooper (TRDMRK, 2019) "4 Better or 4 Worse" (Pharcyde 'Bizarre Ride II the Pharcyde', 1992) The Questions Hip-Hop: Instagram Sean Kantrowitz: Instagram Slimkid3: Instagram
Patreon.com/thequestionshiphop questionshiphop.com youtube.com/thequestionshiphop Originally broadcast on May 25, 2020. Digging in the Questions Classic crates for this throwback episode featuring comedian, DJ, and hip-hop champion Russell Peters. The Questions Hip-Hop: Instagram Sean Kantrowitz: Instagram Russell Peters: Instagram
Patreon.com/thequestionshiphop questionshiphop.com youtube.com/thequestionshiphop Sean Kantrowitz and DJ Steve1der pay tribute to Roy Ayers, highlighting not just his contributions to music but specifically the ways in which his compositions informed the DNA of so many hip-hop songs through sampling, interpolation, and collaborations. The Questions Hip-Hop: Instagram Sean Kantrowitz: Instagram Steve1der: Instagram
Patreon.com/thequestionshiphop questionshiphop.com youtube.com/thequestionshiphop Originally broadcast on February 17, 2021. We revisit the IG Live broadcast featuring Apathy (Demigodz, Army of the Pharoahs). Ap talks about his artistry, his fandom of his favorite emcees, and puts his hip-hop trivia skills to the test. The Questions Hip-Hop: Instagram Sean Kantrowitz: Instagram Apathy: Instagram
Patreon.com/thequestionshiphop questionshiphop.com youtube.com/thequestionshiphop It's the inaugural Draft episode of The Questions Hip-Hop podcast. Sean Kantrowitz, MidaZ the BEAST, Trackstar the DJ (Run the Jewels, Killer Mike), and Jason Gloss (Philaflava) are combing through the year 1995, selecting their picks for Best Album, Best Beat, Best Emcee, Best Verse, Best Guest Feature/Verse, Best Producer, and Best Album Cover. The Questions Hip-Hop: Instagram Sean Kantrowitz: Instagram MidaZ the BEAST: Instagram Trackstar the DJ: Instagram Philaflava: Instagram
Patreon.com/thequestionshiphop questionshiphop.com youtube.com/thequestionshiphop Uncharted Making Illmatic territory as Sean Kantrowitz and MidaZ the BEAST give the Making Illmatic treatment to Redman's 2024 album 'Muddy Waters Too,' the most recent - and longest! - LP to get the MI treatment yet. They're joined by returning guest Zilla Rocca (Call-Out Culture, Wrecking Crew) to attempt to shave the 32-song album down to its 10 best songs – and to decide if doing so helps or hurts the record. The Questions Hip-Hop: Instagram Sean Kantrowitz: Instagram MidaZ the BEAST: Instagram Zilla Rocca: Instagram
Patreon.com/thequestionshiphop questionshiphop.com youtube.com/thequestionshiphop Originally broadcast on November 11, 2020. Revisiting Bahamadia's appearance on Can't Knock the Shuffle, in which she and Sean explore the stories behind these randomly-selected songs from her catalog: "Innovation" ('Kollage', 1996) "Transcend" (King Britt, 'Adventures in Lo-Fi', 2003) "Proceed III" (The Roots, 1994) "Dialed Up 2" ('Dialed Up 2', 2017) "Thank You" ('Good Rap Music', 2006) "One-4-Teen (Funky For You)" ('BB Queen', 2000) "Here" (2015)
Patreon.com/thequestionshiphop questionshiphop.com youtube.com/thequestionshiphop Originally broadcast on December 9, 2020. Steve1der connects with hip-hop TV host, radio personality, dancer, and choreographer Leslie "Big Lez" Segar to talk to her about the many facets of her career and to put her hip-hop trivia skills to the test! The Questions Hip-Hop: Instagram Sean Kantrowitz: Instagram Steve1der: Instagram Leslie Segar: Instagram
Patreon.com/thequestionshiphop questionshiphop.com youtube.com/thequestionshiphop The first 'Making Illmatic' episode of 2025 finds Sean Kantrowitz and MidaZ the BEAST joined by hip-hop pundit/writer Dart Adams to take a deep dive into Roc Marciano's classic debut album 'Marcberg.' The trio must trim the album down to its 10 best tracks – but which ones will make the cut? And does doing this help or hurt 'Marcberg'? The Questions Hip-Hop: Instagram Sean Kantrowitz: Instagram MidaZ the BEAST: Instagram Dart Adams: Instagram
Patreon.com/thequestionshiphop questionshiphop.com Buy the Questions Hip-Hop Trivia Game Sean is joined by author and music journalist Marcus J. Moore to discuss the current state of music journalism, the process of writing his latest book 'High and Rising: A Book About De La Soul,' and the controversy that followed its publication late last year. The Questions Hip-Hop: Instagram Sean Kantrowitz: Instagram Marcus J. Moore: Instagram
Patreon.com/thequestionshiphop questionshiphop.com Buy the Questions Hip-Hop Trivia Game Brother Ali and Dee-1 join Sean for an in-person interview as the duo travel the United States on the Satisfied Soul Tour. Deep conversation and some real perspective from two artists who have never been afraid to speak truth through their music. The Questions Hip-Hop: Instagram Sean Kantrowitz: Instagram Brother Ali: https://brotherali.com | Instagram Dee-1: https://www.dee1music.com | Instagram
Patreon.com/thequestionshiphop questionshiphop.com Buy the Questions Hip-Hop Trivia Game Originally broadcast on September 16, 2020. Classic episode of The Questions Hip-Hop from the IG Live days, featuring DJ and producer Doo Wop. The Questions Hip-Hop: Instagram Sean Kantrowitz: Instagram Doo Wop: Instagram
Patreon.com/thequestionshiphop questionshiphop.com Sean sits down with producer, Unapologetic. founder, and close friend IMAKEMADBEATS to talk about his latest album 'WANDS,' the journey of carving out a unique sound in the Memphis hip-hop scene, and the personal obstacles that have shaped the last few years of his life and career. Unapologetic. The Questions Hip-Hop: Instagram Sean Kantrowitz: Instagram IMAKEMADBEATS: Instagram
Patreon.com/thequestionshiphop questionshiphop.com Originally broadcast on August 10, 2020. Throwing it back to a classic episode from the IG Live days featuring Torae. The Questions Hip-Hop: Instagram | Twitter Sean Kantrowitz: Instagram | Twitter Torae: Instagram
Patreon.com/thequestionshiphop questionshiphop.com Sean and MidaZ are joined by Psalm One and Optiks – who just dropped their collaborative album 'Is This a Safe Space?' – to put The Game's debut album 'The Documentary' under the Making Illmatic microscope. What are the 10 best songs on the album, and does editing help or hurt the LP? The Questions Hip-Hop: Instagram | Twitter Sean Kantrowitz: Instagram | Twitter MidaZ the BEAST: Instagram | Twitter Psalm One: Instagram | Twitter Optiks: Instagram | Twitter Psalm One & Optiks 'Is This a Safe Space?'
Patreon.com/thequestionshiphop questionshiphop.com We're going digi! Sean and MidaZ are joined by return guest TzariZM to unpack the RZA's solo debut album, 'Bobby Digital In Stereo.' What are this album's 10 best songs, and does trimming it down help or hurt the record? The Questions Hip-Hop: Instagram | Twitter Sean Kantrowitz: Instagram | Twitter MidaZ the BEAST: Instagram | Twitter TzariZM: Instagram | Twitter MidaZ the BEAST and Tzarizm 'The Vivid Laser Eye Guy'
Patreon.com/thequestionshiphop questionshiphop.com A conversation all about MF DOOM and 'The Chronicles of DOOM' – the new biography about the masked villain– with author S.H. "SKIZ" Fernando, Jr. Order the book: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/743088/the-chronicles-of-doom-by-sh-fernando-jr/ The Questions Hip-Hop: Instagram | Twitter Sean Kantrowitz: Instagram | Twitter
Patreon.com/thequestionshiphop questionshiphop.com Original broadcast: November 4, 2020 Revisiting the appearance of Visitor (aka Homeboy Sandman) on Can't Knock the Shuffle, in which the artist and Sean explore the stories behind seven randomly-selected songs from his catalog: "Nuts" ['Nourishment (Second Helpings)', 2007] "Lightning Bolt, Lightning Rod" ('Actual Factual Pterodactyl,' 2008) "Trauma" ('Don't Feed the Monster', 2020) "Heaven Too" ('Hallways', 2014) "Always" ('Dusty', 2019) "Unforgettable" ('Subject: Matter', 2012) "Fat Belly" ('White Sands', 2014) The Questions Hip-Hop: Instagram | Twitter Sean Kantrowitz: Instagram | Twitter Homeboy Sandman: https://homeboysandman.bandcamp.com/
Patreon.com/thequestionshiphop questionshiphop.com Many years in the making, Sean sits down with MC Paul Barman to explore the stories behind seven randomly-selected songs from his imaginatively incomparable catalog: "Circumcision Suite" (prod. Memory Man) ('Thought Balloon Mushroom Cloud,' 2009) "Blessings" (prod. Glen Brady) ('TECTONIC TEXTS,' yet-to-be-released) "Put Me On Your Do Not Call List" (prod. Michel Gondry) ('Blue Moon Kaboom,' 2017) "Anarchist Bookstore, Pt 2" (prod. MF DOOM) ('Paulellujah!', 2002) "Believe That" feat Open Mike Eagle (prod. MF DOOM) ('((echo chamber))', 2018) "Props" (prod. Questlove and James Poyser) ('Thought Balloon Mushroom Cloud,' 2009) "Mtv Get Off the Air, Part 2" feat Princess Superstar (prod. Prince Paul) ('It's Very Stimulating,' 2000) The Questions Hip-Hop: Instagram | Twitter Sean Kantrowitz: Instagram | Twitter MC Paul Barman: Instagram | Twitter | https://www.mcpaulbarman.com/
Patreon.com/thequestionshiphop questionshiphop.com Sean and MidaZ are joined by Dad Bod Rap Pod's Nate LeBlanc to put Rjd2's debut album 'Deadringer' under the Making Illmatic microscope. Which 10 songs will make the final cut? The Questions Hip-Hop: Instagram | Twitter Sean Kantrowitz: Instagram | Twitter MidaZ the BEAST: Instagram | Twitter Dad Bod Rap Pod: Instagram | Twitter MidaZ the BEAST and Tzarizm 'The Vivid Laser Eye Guy'
Patreon.com/thequestionshiphop questionshiphop.com Originally broadcast on February 24, 2021. We revisit a classic episode from the IG Live days featuring Mic Geronimo. The Questions Hip-Hop: Instagram | Twitter Sean Kantrowitz: Instagram | Twitter Mic Geronimo: Instagram
Patreon.com/thequestionshiphop questionshiphop.com We're uncovering the making of this summer's Ol' Dirty Bastard documentary 'Ol' Dirty Bastard: A Tale of Two Dirtys,' streaming now on A&E. Sean connects with the film's co-director Jason Pollard and one of the film's producers, Young Dirty Bastard (son of ODB). All audio clips from the film appear courtesy of A&E/Four Screens Management. The Questions Hip-Hop: Instagram | Twitter Sean Kantrowitz: Instagram | Twitter Ol' Dirty Bastard: Instagram Young Dirty Bastard: Instagram | Twitter Jason Pollard: Instagram | Twitter Four Screens Management: Instagram
Patreon.com/thequestionshiphop questionshiphop.com Email me: sean@questionshiphop.com Originally broadcast on July 1, 2020. Diving back into the archives of The Questions livestream era, with special guest emcee/radio personality + host D-Stroy. The Questions Hip-Hop: Instagram | Twitter Sean Kantrowitz: Instagram | Twitter D-Stroy: Instagram | Twitter
Patreon.com/thequestionshiphop questionshiphop.com We're taking it back with this one! Sean and MidaZ the BEAST bring the Making Illmatic format back as they attempt to condense Kool G Rap and DJ Polo's second album 'Wanted: Dead or Alive' down to 10 songs. They're joined by emcee/author/hip-hop multi-hyphenate Wordsworth. RIP to DJ Polo, whose untimely passing occurred weeks after this episode was recorded. The Questions Hip-Hop: Instagram | Twitter Sean Kantrowitz: Instagram | Twitter MidaZ the BEAST: Instagram | Twitter Wordsworth: Instagram | Twitter
Patreon.com/thequestionshiphop questionshiphop.com Original airdate: June 14, 2021 A return to the Can't Knock the Shuffle crates in this classic episode with record exec/producer/songwriter/A&R Dante Ross. Dante and Sean take a random deep dive into songs from Dante's extensive catalog: 3rd Bass "Kick 'Em in the Grill" feat Chubb Rock ('Derelicts of Dialect,' 1991) Del the Funky Homosapien "Ya Lil Crumbsnatchers" ('I Wish My Brother George Was Here,' 1991) Ol' Dirty Bastard "Brooklyn Zoo" ('Return to the 36 Chambers: The Dirty Version,' 1995) Everlast "Tired" ('Whitey Ford Sings the Blues,' 1998) De La Soul "Me, Myself, and I" ('3 Feet High and Rising,' 1989) Pete Rock and CL Smooth "All Souled Out" ('All Souled Out,' 1991) Brand Nubian "Step to the Rear" ('One For All,' 1990) The Questions Hip-Hop: Instagram | Twitter Sean Kantrowitz: Instagram | Twitter Dante Ross: Instagram | Twitter
Patreon.com/thequestionshiphop questionshiphop.com https://www.theforeignexchangemusic.com/ In the second installment of Sean's conversation with Nicolay, the Foreign Exchange producer offers up a track-by-track commentary on the group's debut 'Connected,' which celebrates its 20th anniversary this month. Featuring exclusive stems and samples directly from Nicolay's archives. The Questions Hip-Hop: Instagram | Twitter Sean Kantrowitz: Instagram | Twitter Nicolay: Instagram | Twitter
Patreon.com/thequestionshiphop questionshiphop.com https://www.theforeignexchangemusic.com/ This month marks the 20th anniversary of The Foreign Exchange's debut album 'Connected.' To commemorate the occasion, the group's producer Nicolay connects with Sean for a two-part deep dive into the making of the record. In this first half, Nic sets the stage for the genesis of the album, the circumstances that played a part in the recording process with him and Phonte Coleman, and much much more. The Questions Hip-Hop: Instagram | Twitter Sean Kantrowitz: Instagram | Twitter Nicolay: Instagram | Twitter
Patreon.com/thequestionshiphop questionshiphop.com Originally broadcast on October 21, 2020 A deep dive into The Questions archives with Wyann Vaughn. The Questions Hip-Hop: Instagram | Twitter Sean Kantrowitz: Instagram | Twitter Wyann Vaugn: Instagram | Twitter
Patreon.com/thequestionshiphop questionshiphop.com Get ready for a deep dive into LA's underground history as Sean and MidaZ the BEAST return with the Making Illmatic format – a thought experiment in which they attempt to condense an album down to 10 songs. This installment in the series puts Xzibit's second album '40 Dayz & 40 Nightz' under the microscope, and they're joined by LA legend/Beat Junkie Rhettmatic. The Questions Hip-Hop: Instagram | Twitter Sean Kantrowitz: Instagram | Twitter MidaZ the BEAST: Instagram | Twitter Rhettmatic: Instagram | Twitter
Original Broadcast October 21, 2020 Patreon.com/thequestionshiphop questionshiphop.com Open Mike Eagle has never been shy about getting personal with his music. After emerging from LA's Project Blowed collective, the rapper/producer released his first solo album in 2010 and has been dropping projects at a steady clip ever since. With a comedic wit and quirky eclectic nature to his songs, Mike has also been equally proficient in the worlds of comedy and television. He co-created comedy and music showcase 'The New Negroes,' first as a live event and later as a show for Comedy Central, which we discuss in this episode. He's also no stranger to podcasts – from his own Secret Skin podcast, as well as 'What Had Happened Was,' his acclaimed interview series with which has featured interviews with Prince Paul, El-P, Dante Ross, and Questlove, all on his own Stony Island Audio podcast network. Here are the songs that we dive into in this episode: "Sounds Like Rap" (Thirsty Fish, 'Watergate,' 2011) "Art Rap Party" ('Unapologetic Art Rap', 2010) "Single Ghosts" ('What Happens When I Try To Relax', 2018) "Woke As Me" feat Phonte Coleman ('The New Negroes' Season 1 Soundtrack, 2019) "Leave People Alone" ('Hella Personal Film Festival', 2016) "Overland" (Cavanaugh, 'Time and Materials', 2015) "Raps for When It's Just You and the Abyss" ('A Special Episode', 2015) Open Mike Eagle: www.mikeeagle.net The Questions Hip-Hop: Instagram | Twitter Sean Kantrowitz: Instagram | Twitter
Patreon.com/thequestionshiphop questionshiphop.com ORDER THE QUESTIONS HIP-HOP TRIVIA GAME Originally broadcast on October 14, 2020 Slimkid3 (The Pharcyde) drops in to discuss his career, legacy, and love for hip-hop in this classic episode of the Questions The Questions Hip-Hop: Instagram | Twitter Sean Kantrowitz: Instagram | Twitter Slimkid3: Instagram | Twitter
Patreon.com/thequestionshiphop questionshiphop.com ORDER THE QUESTIONS HIP-HOP TRIVIA GAME Da Beatminerz (Mr. Walt and DJ Evil Dee) take an unexpected journey through their immense catalog, unpacking the stories behind seven randomly selected songs in their discography. From the early Black Moon era to their immense production work to their latest album, 2024's 'Stifled Creativity,' we get deep! Songs in the shuffle: "My Year" feat De La Soul, Rasheed Chappell, Pharoahe Monch, and Corey Glover ('Stifled Creativity,' 2024) "Woman Lady" feat Renae and Shorty No Mas ('Fully Loaded with Statik,' 2005) "Buck 'Em Down" (Black Moon 'Enta Da Stage,' 1993) "The Movement" (KRS-ONE 'Kristyles,' 2003) "On Your Feet" (Wordsworth 'Mirror Music,' 2004) "Movin' On Ya Weak Productions" (Royal Flush 'Ghetto Millionaire,' 1997) "Two Turntables and a Mic" (Black Moon 'War Zone,' 1999) Da Beatminerz: Mr. Walt: https://www.instagram.com/beatminerz/?hl=en DJ Evil Dee: https://www.instagram.com/djevildee/?hl=en The Questions Hip-Hop: Instagram | Twitter Sean Kantrowitz: Instagram | Twitter
Patreon.com/thequestionshiphop questionshiphop.com ORDER THE QUESTIONS HIP-HOP TRIVIA GAME Originally broadcast on October 7, 2020 Digging into the Questions crates with this classic episode featuring Bay Area artist Lyrics Born. The Questions Hip-Hop: Instagram | Twitter Sean Kantrowitz: Instagram | Twitter Lyrics Born: Instagram | Twitter
Patreon.com/thequestionshiphop questionshiphop.com ORDER THE QUESTIONS HIP-HOP TRIVIA GAME Inspired by the recent release of Rjd2's 14th album 'Visions Out Of Limelight,' Sean runs through 10 songs by the producer/artist that listeners should know about. The Questions Hip-Hop: Instagram | Twitter Sean Kantrowitz: Instagram | Twitter Rjd2: Linktree
Patreon.com/thequestionshiphop questionshiphop.com ORDER THE QUESTIONS HIP-HOP TRIVIA GAME Sean and MidaZ the BEAST bring back the Making Illmatic format – a thought experiment in which they attempt to condense an album down to 10 songs – and this time the record going under the microscope is Jaylib's 'Champion Sound,' the collaborative project between J Dilla and Madlib. They're joined by returning MI guest Supastition, who also talks about his latest project, 'All That Was Left Unsaid.' The Questions Hip-Hop: Instagram | Twitter Sean Kantrowitz: Instagram | Twitter MidaZ the BEAST: Instagram | Twitter Supastition: Instagram | Twitter | Bandcamp
Patreon.com/thequestionshiphop questionshiphop.com ORDER THE QUESTIONS HIP-HOP TRIVIA GAME Originally broadcast on August 12, 2021 Revisiting the Questions archives for this classic episode featuring Donwill and Von Pea from Tanya Morgan in a battle royale of hip-hop trivia wits. The Questions Hip-Hop: Instagram | Twitter Sean Kantrowitz: Instagram | Twitter
Patreon.com/thequestionshiphop questionshiphop.com ORDER THE QUESTIONS HIP-HOP TRIVIA GAME Kooley High members Tab-One and DJ ill Digitz stop by to talk about their latest album 'All Infinite,' discuss the group's NC history, and put their hip-hop trivia skills to the test. Kooley High The Questions Hip-Hop: Instagram | Twitter Sean Kantrowitz: Instagram | Twitter
Patreon.com/thequestionshiphop questionshiphop.com ORDER THE QUESTIONS HIP-HOP TRIVIA GAME Slum Village (T3 and Young RJ) share the stories behind seven randomly selected songs from the SV catalog. The duo reflect on the group's evolution over the course of nearly three decades, from their early days with J Dilla to their most recent project, 2024's 'F.UN.' Songs explored in this episode: "To the Disco" ('F.U.N.', 2024) "Hear This" (feat Black Milk and Phat Kat) ('Slum Village,' 2005) "All Live" ('F.U.N.,' 2024) "Beej-N-Dem" ('Fantastic Vol. 1,' 1997) "We'll Show You" feat AB ('Villa Manifesto,' 2010) "Unisex" ('Trinity,' 2002) "Untitled/Fantastic" ('Fantastic Vol. 2', 2000) Slum Village https://www.instagram.com/officialslumvillage The Questions Hip-Hop: Instagram | Twitter Sean Kantrowitz: Instagram | Twitter
Patreon.com/thequestionshiphop questionshiphop.com ORDER THE QUESTIONS HIP-HOP TRIVIA GAME Brand new (?) format time. Sean is joined by Donwill (Tanya Morgan, The Almanac of Rap) for the inaugural SeanDon Hour (aka Don Ep). Freeform conversation including the art of writing timeless yet timely lyrics, John Mulaney, a certain rap beef, the current state of podcasting, the 15th anniversary of TM's Brooklynatti, and more. The Questions Hip-Hop: Instagram | Twitter Sean Kantrowitz: Instagram | Twitter Donwill: Instagram | Twitter
Patreon.com/thequestionshiphop questionshiphop.com ORDER THE QUESTIONS HIP-HOP TRIVIA GAME Originally broadcast on September 7, 2020 A return to the Questions classic crates with an intriguing conversation with Visitor aka Homeboy Sandman. The Questions Hip-Hop: Instagram | Twitter Sean Kantrowitz: Instagram | Twitter
Original Broadcast April 21, 2020 Patreon.com/thequestionshiphop questionshiphop.com ORDER THE QUESTIONS HIP-HOP TRIVIA GAME Masta Ace is one of hip hop's greatest storytellers. After making his debut on the Juice Crew's classic posse cut "The Symphony," Ace has many amazing accomplishments throughout his 30+ year career, including membership in hip hop supergroup Crooklyn Dodgers, classic concept albums, full album collaborations with producers like MF DOOM and Marco Polo, and so much more. In this Can't Knock the Shuffle classic episode, we break down the following songs from his catalog: "Think I Am (feat. Big Daddy Kane and MF DOOM)" ('MA_DOOM: Son of Yvonne', 2012) "Crooklyn" (Crooklyn Dodgers) ('Crooklyn' soundtrack, 1994) "Sunken Place" (feat. Pav Bundy) ('A Breukelen Story' w/ Marco Polo, 2018) "Type I Hate" (feat. Leschea and Rah Digga) ('Disposable Arts', 2001) "Bklyn Masala" (feat. Leschea) ('A Long Hot Summer', 2004) "SlaughtaHouse" ('SlaughtaHouse', 1993) "Mathematics" ('The Falling Season', 2016) Masta Ace: https://www.mastaace.com/ The Questions Hip-Hop: Instagram | Twitter Sean Kantrowitz: Instagram | Twitter
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