Two friends and big time hiphop fans research major players in hiphop, and discuss their life and careers and what they did to bring them where they are today. We will be posting new episodes every second Wednesday. To keep up with the podcast you can also follow us on Instagram @Whois.hiphop and Twitter @whois_hiphop
On this episode we discuss the character who is Danny Brown. We talk about his multiple near deals with big record labels before finally getting signed, like how he was nearly a member of G-Unit!
On this episode we cover a couple albums that just came out as well as release we're really looking forward to as well as another artist selling their catalog.
On this episode we discuss Chamillionaire, how he's NOT a one hit wonder and how he was able to create a dedicated following using social media before anyone else!
On this episode of What's Happenin' we discuss the state of HipHop according to Tory Lanes as well as Questlove's version of Noah's Arc.
On this episode we discuss the career of one of Odd Futures most talented members. We talk about him getting sent to Samoa. We also talk about his big style change up after his first album, tune in to hear more!
On this episode of what's happenin we discuss the new drake album and the new Beyonce single as well as the state of the hiphop genre overall
On this episode we discuss the overly talented and underappreciated Cordae. Join us as we talk about the life and career of a guy who definitely deserves more buzz than he's getting.
On this episode of What's Happenin' we discuss the new Kendrick album, as well as our current opinions on Jack Harlow and other news
On this episode we talk about D Smoke the winner of Rhythm + Flow and how despite winning the competition we still believe he's underappreciated!
On this episode of What's Happenin' we discuss some recent album drops, our 2 cents on the Will and Jada and more of The Games claims.
On this episode we discuss Pusha T, Master of the game . Tune in to hear about his inspirations, some of his early time with Clipse and the beefs.
This is the debut of our new mini series "What's Happenin'" where we'll be discussing headlines and topics that have come up over the past month or so and giving our off the cuff opinions. A much more relaxed style with no script. On this episode we discuss: Slaughterhouse news/disappointment, The Game saying he's better than Em, Ye doing more for The Games career than Dre and more!
Tune in to hear about Brooklyn rapper and aspiring actor Joey Bada$$ and how he got his first big opportunity at 15!
On this episode we discuss Anderson .Paak and the ups and downs that led him to becoming a multi Grammy Award winning artist!
On this episode we learn about Jack Harlow and his crazy work ethic and drive which he used to help get him to the top.
On this episode we look into the life and career Ski Mask. Tune in to hear how Ski's rapper father 'encouraged' his writing early on.
On this episode we dive into the life and ridiculous story of RiFF RAFF. Tune in to hear about his search for fame and his insane number of releases!
On this episode we take a look at Action Bronson. Tune in to hear how this ex-chef turned into a rapper!
On this episode we look at an artist who brought the chopped and screwed sound to the trap scene of New York!
On this episode we look at the New York legend Big Pun! Listen to hear how this Puerto Rican rapper blew peoples mind's with his incredible flow and lyricism.
On this episode we look at the life and career of Isaiah Rashad. Hear how this rapper formed his career by making smart connections before almost losing his career in a long time lay off. We also would like to apologize in advance we had some technical issues while recording this episode.
On this episode we discuss the career of the underrated but highly talented JID. Tune in to hear how his football dream gone astray turned into a rap career!
On this episode we discuss the life and career of A Boogie, listen to hear about his meteoric rise and getting signed by his first mixtape!
On this episode we discuss the life and career of Madeintyo and his surprisingly large number of releases!
On this episode we discuss the career of 21 Savage, his strange Visa issue as well the tragic event that caused him to turn to rap. (P.S we know this should've been episode 21 our bad)
On this episode we discuss the life and career of the much underappreciated Houston rapper Maxo Kream. Tune in to hear about this storytelling legend.
On this episode we discuss the wild and eccentric artist Tyler, the Creator and the stamp he put on hiphop as well as his transition into a multi genre artist!
On this episode we take a look at Stormzy, a UK Grime artist that really took over the UK scene just by grinding and putting in the work. Listen to hear more!
This week we look at the career of the underrated Boston rapper Cousin Stizz. Listen as we discuss his career and how he brought a newer sound to the East Coast.
This week we discuss the meteoric rise of Juice WRLD and how he put his stamp on the game in a short time.
This episode we look into the underrated westcoast rapper Vince Staples. Come learn about some of his early struggles and what helped shape his hiphop career!
This episode we're going back to the west coast to someone who been in the gaming longer than we'd known, but is still making waves today. YG.
On this episode we take a look at the Florida legend who in a short time inspired many other big artists. Denzel Curry.
We're taking it up north this episode to explore the surprisingly long career of Belly! Find out how he had an early start then later resurgence!
This episode we take a look at another artist with a meteoric rise. Though he definitely had his share of grief on the way. Listen to hear more!
This week we look at Jay Rock someone we consider to be an underappreciated talent of the westcoast. Listen to learn somethings about his background and career!
This time we look into the sadly short but meteoric career of Pop Smoke. Listen to hear about him bringing U.K Grime and Drill to NYC and turning it up with the right amount of aggression.
Tune in to this episode to hear our discussion on the east coast legend, wordplay master, Redman.
On this episode we take a look at the career of Bay area rapper Lil Debbie who made tracks like "2 Cups" and Michelle Obama"
On this episode we discuss Big Sean's career, success and how a chance meeting with his favourite rapper changed his life.
On this episode of Who is Hiphop we take a look at the artist ScHoolboy Q. Join us to find out what made one of the major cultivators in modern gangsta rap who he is.
On this episode we will be talking about the life and career of Amine, the artist responsible for the massive hit "Caroline" listen to find out more!
On this episode we take a look at A$AP Rocky, where he began, his strange encounter in the U.K, joining up with A$AP Mob, and the incredible music he makes!
On this debut episode of Who is Hiphop we discuss the beginnings and career of none other than Gucci Mane. In this episode we attempt to do his massive catalogue of music justice as well as discussing some of the stranger Gucci moments.
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