Two Stubborn Nigerians

Our Yearly Awards Show where we give out awards to our favourite; artists, albums & songs throughout the year 2023. Outro Song: Sexyy Redd - Skee Yee --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/two-stubborn-nigerians/message

This week the Two Stubborn Nigerians give their first reaction to Quaranta by Danny Brown. And discuss some of big recent releases within the world of Hip-Hop. Outro Song: SZA - Kill Bill Rahim's Recommendation: Roy Woods - Mixed Emotions (Album) Paul's Recommendation: Mr. Eazi - The Evil Genius (Album) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/two-stubborn-nigerians/message

This week we provide our First Reaction to Larger Than Life by Brent Faiyaz & we also discuss our favourtie Michael Jackson songs Outro Song: Mase - Feels So Good --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/two-stubborn-nigerians/message

This week we review the new, & final, studio album by Westside Gunn "And Then You Pray For Me" Outro Song: Westside Gunn - KITCHEN LIGHTS (Ft. Stove God Cooks) Rahim's Recommendation: Peezy - GHETTO Paul's Recommendation: Jon Batiste - World Music Radio --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/two-stubborn-nigerians/message

This week, we provide our "Premature Evaluation" for Drake's "For All the Dogs" & review "Scarlet" by Doja Cat. Outro Song: Doja Cat - Say So Rahim's Recommendation: D2X - Hotel 1105 Paul's Recommendation: Musiq Soulchild & Hit-Boy - Victims & Villains --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/two-stubborn-nigerians/message

After a little summer break we're back! This week we review some of the big albums we missed from Travis Scott, Noname & Burna Boy. Outro Song: Tion Wayne - Home Rahim's Recommendation: Stormzy - The Weekend (Ft. RAYE) Paul's Recommendation: King Kay - Last Days of Summer (EP) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/two-stubborn-nigerians/message

Following the Release of his New Album "Redshirt" Cam Thomas sits down with us to discuss the Album, his journey and so much more. You can find the album "Redshirt" Out Now on All Platforms. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/two-stubborn-nigerians/message

For this week's album review we check out the new album by J Hus. And we look back at our first ever live show at Manchester International Festival. Outro Song: J Hus - Common Sense Rahim's Recommendation: Kiana Lede - Grudges (Album) Paul's Recommendation: Raheem DeVaughn - The Summer of Love (Album) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/two-stubborn-nigerians/message

For this special bonus episode, we preview our upcoming performance at Manchester International Festival by Shortlisting 15 rappers to our top rappers all-time list before we cut it down to a final 10 live on stage. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/two-stubborn-nigerians/message

This week, we have a conversation with Friend of the Podcast Cam Thomas, he sits down with us to discuss the 10-year anniversaries of "Yeezus" by Kanye West & Born Sinner by J. Cole. Stay tuned for a deeper conversation with Cam Thomas, ahead of his upcoming debut album "Redshirt" --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/two-stubborn-nigerians/message

This week, we take it back to 2002 to review "The Fix" by legendary rapper Scarface. As well as reviewing our highlights of the year so far. Outro Song: Westside Gunn - Mr. T Rahim's Recommendation: Kirby - Sis. He Ain't The One Paul's Recommendation: Boldy James - Prisoner of Circumstance --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/two-stubborn-nigerians/message

On this week's episode we provide our initial reaction's to "I Thought It'd be Different" the new album from Rory. As well as listing our favourite Pharrell song. Outro Song: Rory - I WANT YOU, BUT YOU'LL NEVER KNOW (Ft. DRAM & Alex Isley) Rahim's Recommendation: Ireland Boss - V6 (Ft. Malie Donn) (Single) Paul's Recommendation: Loose Ends - So Where Are You (Album) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/two-stubborn-nigerians/message

THis week, we give our first reaction to KAYTRAMINÉ the new collaboration album from KAYTRANADA & Amine. We also discuss our favourite COLORS Performances and share so really BIG news for the podcast. Outro Song: JAY-Z - Imaginary Players Rahim's Recommendation: Rory - My Phone Can Die (Ft. Ari Lennox & James Fauntleroy) Paul's Recommendation: Adi Oasis - Lotus Glow --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/two-stubborn-nigerians/message

This week we'll be reviewing "Crop Circle 2" by Nines. And ranking our favourite albums of 2013 and reviewing 5 Only Entertainment's "The Real is Back Show". Outro Song: Cam Thomas - Heisman Rahim's Recommendation: Q - Soul,PRESENT (Album) Paul's Recommendations: KayFaraway ySo? ROCXNOIR King Kay Cam Thomas --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/two-stubborn-nigerians/message

For this week's album review we check out "No Idols" by Domo Genesis & The Alchemist, which has just made it's way to streaming platforms. Alongside that, we discuss some of the best one hit wonders and diamond singles. Outro Song: Joey Bada$$ - Third Eye Sh*t Rahim's Recommendation: Lola Brooke - Just Relax (Song) Paul's Recommendation: Madison Calley - Ethereal (EP) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/two-stubborn-nigerians/message

For this week's album review, we check out "Timeless" the new album by Davido. As well as, assessing Billboards top 50 rappers all-time list. Outro Song: John Legend - Heaven Rahim's Recommendation: Earth, Wind & Fire - Fantasy (Song) Paul's Recommendation: Luh Tyler - My Vision: Reloaded (Album) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/two-stubborn-nigerians/message

This week we review the legendary debut album from De La Soul "3 Feet High and Rising". And we also discuss the best underground hip-hop albums through the years. Outro Song: Superstar Pride - Painting Pictures Rahim's Recommendation: Billy - Control (Ft. Guapdad 4000) (Song) Paul's Recommendation: Jim Jones & Hitmaka - Back in My Prime (Album) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/two-stubborn-nigerians/message

Catch our First Reaction to the new collaboration album by Mach-Hommy & Tha God Fahim: Notorious Dump Legends Vol.2 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/two-stubborn-nigerians/message

Catch our First Reaction Review of Masego by Masego --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/two-stubborn-nigerians/message

No Album of the Week. Instead we argue over who has the best 2000s trilogy, Alicia Keys, Beyonce or Usher and we play a round of this or that. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/two-stubborn-nigerians/message

For this special bonus episode, we provide our first reactions to the new Don Toliver album "Love Sick" --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/two-stubborn-nigerians/message

On this week's episode we're reviewing the new album from Paramore "This is Why". We also play a game of 21 questions and discuss Drake's "early retirement". Outro Song: Babyface Ray - Ron Artest (Ft. 42 Dugg) Rahim's Recommendation: MoStack - The Weekend (Song) Paul's Recommendation: Babyface Ray (Artist) Dual Recommendation: Bairi - 2 Hold U Over (EP) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/two-stubborn-nigerians/message

Welcome to this Bonus Edition of the Two Stubborn Nigerians, where we are providing our reaction to Rihanna's phenomenal SuperBowl half-time show. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/two-stubborn-nigerians/message

This week we review the latest album from Skyzoo "The Mind of a Saint". We also review the winners from the 2023 Grammy Awards & share some recommendations for your Valentine's Day Playlist. Outro Song: Jeezy - MJ Jeezy Rahim's Recommendation: ScHoolboy Q - Oxymoron (album) Paul's Recommendation: Skyzoo - All the Brilliant Things (album) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/two-stubborn-nigerians/message

This week we celebrate 20 Years of 50 Cent's Debut album, "Get Rich or Die Tryin'" by bringing it to the Two Stubborn Nigerians Scale. While also assessing the worst songs by our favourite artist & Discussing the upcoming RENAISSANCE Tour. Outro Song: 50 Cent - Heat Rahim's Recommendation: JANE HANDCOCK - World of Women (Album) Paul's Recommendation: Nia Chennai - Since We Ain't Together (EP) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/two-stubborn-nigerians/message

Welcome into a special Bonus edition where we provide our initial first reactions to the new album by Lil Yatchy "Let's Start Here". --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/two-stubborn-nigerians/message

This week we finally review "Rumours" the classic album by Fleetwood Mac and ranked as the 7th best all-time by our good friends over at Rolling Stone. On top of that we discuss Drake's B-Sides show in Toronto and more. Outro Song: Michael Jackson - Blood on the Dance Floor Rahim's Recommendation: A Boogie Wit da Hoodie - Me Vs. Myself (Album) Paul's Recommendation: Akeem Ali - Keemy Casanova: He's BAD (Song) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/two-stubborn-nigerians/message

For this week's album review, we check out "This is What I Mean", the latest Album UK Grime and Music Legend Stormzy. Alongside this, we make some bold predictions in our yearly "Change the Forecast" segment, and Rahim plays a game of Start, Cut, Bench album edition. Outro Song: T.I. - Memories Back Then (Ft. B.o.B, Kendrick Lamar & Kris Stephens) Rahim's Recommendation: PARTYNEXTDOOR - Her Old Friends (Song) Paul's Recommendation: Doe Boy (Artist) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/two-stubborn-nigerians/message

This week for Track 83, we take it back to 1976 and review the album "I Want You" by Marvin Gaye. Alongside that, we comment on the recent Rolling Stone top 200 Singers All-Time List. Outro Song: Luther Vandross - Never Too Much Rahim's Recommendation: Ab-Soul - HERBERT (Album) Paul's Recommendation: Sauce Walka - Sauce Ghetto Gospel 3 (Album) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/two-stubborn-nigerians/message

Welcome to the Third Annual Two Stubborn Nigerian Awards. We'll be handing out awards to our favourite: verses, songs, albums and artists of 2022 and crown winners for the following categories: Songs of the Year Diverse Album of the Year R&B Album of the Year Rap Album of the Year Feature Artist of the Year Most Improved Artist of the Year R&B Artist of the Year Rap Artist of the Year Verse of the Year MVP - Overall Artist of the Year Outro Song: Oxlade - KU LO SA (A COLORS SHOW) Rahim's Recommendation(Feature Verse of the Year): JID - Bruddanem (Ft. Lil Durk) Paul's Recommendation(Feature Verse of the Year): DJ Khaled - GOD DID (Ft. Rick Ross, Lil' Wayne, JAY-Z, John Legend & Fridayy) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/two-stubborn-nigerians/message

On this week's episode we review the brand new and highly anticipated album from SZA "SOS". Alongside this we discuss our all-time favourite album intro's and discuss what we think DJ Khaled's 5 best songs are. Outro Song: SZA - Wavy (Interlude) (Ft. James Fauntleroy) Rahim's Recommendation: BROCKHAMPTON - The Family (album) Paul's Recommendation: Stalley - Somebody Up There Loves Me (album) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/two-stubborn-nigerians/message

This week we review the album "Lies About the War" by Jacob Banks a Nigerian-British singer-songwriter. On top of that we predict the winners of the 2023 Grammy's following the recent unveiling of the nominees and we review and celebrate the winners of this years MOBO Awards. Outro Song: Beyonce - Cuff It Rahim's Recommendation: Glorilla - Anyways, Life's Great... (Album) Paul's Recommendation: Tony Shhnow - Reflexions (Album) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/two-stubborn-nigerians/message

For this week's album review we check out "The Liz 2" the new album from Armani Caesar. Pay tribute to the Late Great Takeoff. Discuss which album most disappointed us this year & give our early thoughts on "Her Loss" by Drake & 21 Savage. Outro Song: Migos - Commando Rahim's Recommendation: Babyface - Girls Night Out (Album) Paul's Recommendation: Dami Oniru - Matter of Time (EP) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/two-stubborn-nigerians/message

For this week's album review, we celebrate 25 of JAY-Z's sophomore album "In My Lifetime, Vol.1". We discuss what songs we think stand out and where it lands on the 2SN's scale. Outro Song: JAY-Z - You Must Love Me Rahim's Recommendation: MAK - Check (song) Paul's Recommendation: Sonder - Too Late to Die Young (EP) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/two-stubborn-nigerians/message

Welcome to Track 77 - "It's Only Us". For this week's album review we check out the new album release by Lil Baby "It's Only Me". On top of that we celebrate 10 years of Kendrick Lamar's "good kid, m.A.A.d city" and Discuss Destiny's Child's best song. Outro Song: Eric Benet - Georgy Porgy (Ft. Faith Evans) Rahim's Recommendation: Ab-Soul - Do Better (Single) Paul's Recommendation: Baby Tate - Mani/Pedi (Album) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/two-stubborn-nigerians/message

For this weeks album review we head back to 2005 and review the debut album from Kano "Home Sweet Home" & assess how the rapper has evolved into the modern day legend he is today. Alongside this we predict our Spotify Wrapped and discuss which albums changed us. Outro Song: Nelly Furtado - Say It Right Rahim's Recommendation: YG - I Dance (Ft. Duki & Cuco) (Song) Paul's Recommendation: Lil Yatchy - Poland (Song) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/two-stubborn-nigerians/message

Welcome to Track 75 - "Age/Sex/Location". This week's album review is the new release by Ari Lennox. In addition we look at our musical highlights of 2022 thus far. And share our thoughts on the changing dynamics of modern day R&B. Outro Song: Ari Lennox - BMO Rahim's Recommendation: Coast Contra - Never Freestyle (Song) Paul's Recommendation: Rihanna (Artist) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/two-stubborn-nigerians/message

Welcome to Track 74 - "Just Friends". For this weeks album review we kick it back to 2000 and check out the studio debut by Musiq Soulchild "Aijuswanaseing". On top of that we do a 2000's hit verzuz and disuss what makes a "smash hit" in 2022. Outro Song: Jill Scott - Golden Rahim's Recommendation: Symba - Results Take Time (Album) Paul's Recommendation: Aretha Franklin - Let Me in Your Life (Album) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/two-stubborn-nigerians/message

Welcome to Track 73, "The Forever Story". This week's album is the recent release by J.I.D "The Forever Story". On top of that we pay tribute to Queen Elizabeth and discuss how Big Sean is Hip-Hop's Taylor Swift. Outro Song: Outkast - Rosa Parks Rahim's Recommendation: Eva Lazarus - Brandy Kisses (Album) Paul's Recommendation: Jacob Banks - Lies About the War (Album) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/two-stubborn-nigerians/message

Welcome to Track 72 - Southernplaylistic. This week we kick it back to 1994 and review Outkast's debut album "Southernplaylisticcadillacmuzik" and see where it ranks on the 2SN scale. On top of that Paul shouts out the legendary career of The Alchemist and Rahim asks what songs make the "way too early" all-decade list. GOD DID. Outro Song: Outkast - Player's Ball Rahim's Recommendation: SOLOHUNNA - No Access Paul's Recommendation: Hip-Hop Evolution, Season 3, Episode 4: "The Dirty South" (TV Series) P.S. We experienced some technical difficulties so apologies for any audio issues. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/two-stubborn-nigerians/message

Welcome to Track 71 - 2000. This week we're analysing "2000" the most recent release by Joey Bada$$. Discuss the recent breakup of The Breakfast Club & exploring what songs would make our ideal wedding playlists. Outro Song: JAY-Z - Izzo(H.O.V.A.) Rahim's Recommendation: Roddy Rich - The Big 3 (Ep) Paul's Recommendation: Larry June - Orange Print (Album) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/two-stubborn-nigerians/message

Welcome to Track 70 - "SOUR". This week we review Beyonce's "RENASSIANCE", decide on the Mount Rushmore Afrobeats Songs, discuss what Hip-hop tracks we wanna hear in the club. And we FINALLY review Olivia Rodrigo's Album "SOUR". Outro Song: Bryson Tiller - Don't Rahim's Recommendation: Oxlade - KU LO SA - A Colors Show (Song) Paul's Recommendation: Lloyd Banks - The Course of the Inevitable 2 (Album) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/two-stubborn-nigerians/message

Welcome to Track 69 - The American Dream. This week we analyse two of the best cheating songs, discuss how the kids these days don't know about The-Dream, and reminisce on the music of their Uni years. Outro Track: 23 Unofficial - Ain't Bothered Rahim's Recommendation: Erykah Badu - Window Seat (song) Paul's Recommendation: The-Dream - Love/Hate (album) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/two-stubborn-nigerians/message

Welcome to Track 68 of the Two Stubborn Nigerians Podcast "Honestly, Nevermind". This week we review the new Drake album (sorta). Forecast towards the new Beyonce album and Rahim plays Snog, Marry, Kill (for some reason???) Outro Song: Kendrick Lamar - Savior (Ft. Baby Keem & Sam Drew) Rahim's Recommendation: Saba - Few Good Things (album) Paul's Recommendation: WESTSIDE BOOGIE - MORE BLACK SUPERHEROS (album) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/two-stubborn-nigerians/message

Welcome to Track 67 - Methodology. This week we review the egregious Top 200 Hip-Hop Albums all-time list by Rolling Stone. And we play a couple new games. Outro Song: Destiny's Child - Cater 2 U Rahim's Recommendation: Pharrell Williams - Cash In, Cash Out (Ft. 21 Savage & Tyler, the Creator) (Single) Paul's Recommendation: Jim Jones - El Capo (Album) Time Stamps: Biggest Simp on “Cater 2 U” game!: (00:00 – 09:32) Podcast P goes to see Alicia Keys: (12:29 – 22:22) Kendrick vs J. Cole in 2022?: (28:14 – 36:08) Who used that sample better game!: (36:10 -46:27) Consistency vs Quality: (46:27 – 58:15) Rolling Stone Top 200 Hip Hop Albums: (58:15 – 01:38:43) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/two-stubborn-nigerians/message

Welcome to Track 66 - Deja Vu. This week we look back on the first 6 months of 2022 and discuss our favourite projects thus far. And do a little bracket of some of Beyonce's best songs. Outro Song: The Weeknd - Out of Time Rahim's Recommendation: Vory - Lost Souls (album) Paul's Recommendation: PJ Morton - Watch The Sun (album) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/two-stubborn-nigerians/message

Welcome to Track 65 of the Two Stubborn Nigerians. This week, we discuss some of the new posthumous releases from the Notorious B.I.G and XXXTentacion. N-Dubz upcoming UK tour and so much more, not all of it relating to music. Outro Song: Meek Mill - R.I.C.O. (Ft. Drake) Rahim's Recommendation: Lloyd Banks - The Course of the Inevitable (Album) Paul's Recommendation: Big K.R.I.T. - Digital Roses Don't Die (Album) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/two-stubborn-nigerians/message

Welcome to Track 64 of the Two Stubborn Nigerians Podcast "The Big Steppers". This week we, of course, review the new album from Kendrick Lamar "Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers". We also discuss some of the drama happening around Young Thug and YSL, and preview the upcoming Joey Bada$$ project. Outro Song: Kendrick Lamar - The Heart Part 5 Rahim's Recommendation: Knucks - Alpha Place Paul's Recommendation: Syd - Broken Hearts Club Time Stamps: YSL Drama – (06:20 – 10:38) What have we been listening to?: (11:08 – 24:38) Joey Badass “2000” on the way: (24:38 – 34:50) Kendrick Lamar “Mr. Morale & The Big Stepper” review: (41:59 -01:20:40) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/two-stubborn-nigerians/message

Welcome to Track 63 of The Two Stubborn Nigerians Podcast "It's Almost Dry". This week we dive into the new release by Pusha T and discuss our thoughts on this long-anticipated project. We also preview Kendrick Lamar's "Mr. Morale and the Big Steppers" as well as discuss what other recent releases we've been rocking with. Outro Song: A Tribe Called Quest - Find A Way Rahim's Recommendation: Will Jordan - Just to be Safe (Song) Paul's Recommendation: Alex Isely & Jack Dine - Marigold (Album) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/two-stubborn-nigerians/message

"Power to the People, We're Back to do Maintenance..." - John Lucks (2014) Welcome to Track 62 - XXL. This Week we look back on the first weekend of Coachella, provide our initial thoughts on "RAMONA PARK BROKE MY HEART" by Vince Staples and ahead on the 2022 list we review the XXL Freshman lists over the years. Intro Song: Poor Righteous Teachers - Word Iz Life Outro Song: The Pharcyde - Runnin' Rahim's Recommendation: [BUMP] Pick Me Up (EP) Paul's Recommendation: Poor Righteous Teachers - The New World Order (Album) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/two-stubborn-nigerians/message

"Power to the People, We're Back to do Maintenance..." - John Lucks (2014) Welcome in to Track 61 - "Grammy Family". Following the 3rd biggest night in music, we discuss the winners and losers of some of the highly contested awards and recap who we predicted would win way back in December. Intro Song: WSTRN - Sharna Outro Song: Common - The Light Rahim's Recommendation: Swedish House Mafia - Lifetime (Ft. Ty Dolla $ign & 070 Shake) Paul's Recommendation: Bairi - Spring Cleaning --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/two-stubborn-nigerians/message