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We are joined by Ben Pedroche of Grown Up Rap and author of "Independent as Fuck" to do our latest fantasy draft, picking our favorite indie rappers of all time and placing them on records labels (both major and indie) to create the best alternate careers! Would RA the Rugged Man, Vordul Mega, and Tame One thrive in the major label system? Who goes to Def Jux, Backwoodz Studioz, and Rawkus? Tap in and find out!You can find Ben's book Independent as F**K here:https://www.amazon.com/Independent-As-Underground-Hip-Hop-1995-2005/dp/1913231879And you can find Grown Up Rap here:https://grownuprap.com/If you want exclusive content or wish to see the video of this episode you can become a Patreon member using the link below: https://www.patreon.com/calloutculturepodcastYou can find our music here:Zilla Rocca:https://5oclockshadowboxers.bandcamp.com/musicCurly Castro:https://curlycastro.bandcamp.com/album/little-robert-huttonhttps://shrapknel.bandcamp.com/Alaska:https://thatrapperalaska.bandcamp.com/
My guests this week are Brooklyn-via-Oakland producer August Fanon and Connecticut producer and musician Child Actor. We spoke about The Monkey, Severance, Return to Oz, The Little Mermaid, the works of David Lynch, their respective path through the worlds of indie rap and music at large, their styles and techniques, their live beat sets, and the creative process behind their debut collaborative beat tape Here and Here. Come fuck with us.Here and Here is available wherever music is sold, streamed, or stolen. Consider copping the album direct via Child Actor's Bandcamp. Follow August on Instagram and Twitter (@augustfanon) and connect with him via his Patreon. Follow Child Actor on Instagram and Twitter: @chldactrJoin the Reel Notes Patreon today starting at $5/month to get early access to video interviews of every episode, our Discord server, exclusive access to the Reel Talk live interview archive, and more!My first book, Reel Notes: Culture Writing on the Margins of Music and Movies, is available now, via 4 PM Publishing. Order a digital copy on Amazon.Reel Notes stands in solidarity with the oppressed peoples of Palestine, Congo, Sudan, Tigray, and Haiti. Please consider donating to the Palestine Children's Relief Fund, The Palestinian Youth Movement, The Zakat Foundation, HealAfrica, FreeTigray, and/or Hope For Haiti. For information about contacting your representatives to demand a ceasefire, finding protests, and other tools, check out CeasefireToday!Follow me on Instagram (@cinemasai), Twitter (@CineMasai_), Bluesky (@cinemasai.bsky.social), TikTok (@cinemasai), Letterboxd (@CineMasai), and subscribe to my weekly Nu Musique Friday newsletter to stay tapped into all things Dylan Green. Support the show
Please consider donating to the GoFundMe for the late great Chelsea Reject. Rest in peace, Chels. My guest this week is Idaho-born rapper, producer, poet, composer, and founder of Anticon, doseone. We spoke about Severance, bonding over peak Arnold Schwarzenegger with his father, the works of David Lynch and Werner Herzog, lessons learned over his 25+ years in indie rap, his time as a composer for indie games, white rappers, and the creative process behind his latest album All Portrait, No Chorus, produced entirely by steel tipped dove and out now via Backwoodz Studioz. Come fuck with us.All Portrait, No Chorus is available wherever music is sold, streamed, or stolen. Consider copping it directly via Doseone's Bandcamp. Follow Doseone on Twitter (@doseone) and Instagram (@doseoegrams) Join the Reel Notes Patreon today starting at $5/month to get early access to episodes, our Discord server, exclusive bonus interviews and reviews, and more!My first book, Reel Notes: Culture Writing on the Margins of Music and Movies, is available now, via 4 PM Publishing. Order a digital copy on Amazon.Reel Notes stands in solidarity with the oppressed peoples of Palestine, Congo, Sudan, Tigray, and Haiti. Please consider donating to the Palestine Children's Relief Fund, The Palestinian Youth Movement, The Zakat Foundation, HealAfrica, FreeTigray, and/or Hope For Haiti. For information about contacting your representatives to demand a ceasefire, finding protests, and other tools, check out CeasefireToday!Follow me on Instagram (@cinemasai), Twitter (@CineMasai_), Bluesky (@cinemasai.bsky.social), TikTok (@cinemasai), Letterboxd (@CineMasai), and subscribe to my weekly Nu Musique Friday newsletter to stay tapped into all things Dylan Green. Support the show
As soon as you press play on Genuine Dexterity, the new album by k-the-i??? and Kenny Segal, released on Backwoodz Studioz, you immediately hear why this album was indeed called what it was called. k-the-i???'s raw technical skill was put on full display, as he delivered crazy rhyme schemes, intricate flows, and strong moments of personal reflection. On the production side of the coin, Kenny Segal crafted an immensely impressive soundscape that features his trademark hard drums, bass, alongside splashes of dissonant noise, and other experimental weirdness. Through today's conversation with our guests, k-the-i?? and Kenny Segal though, you come to learn that this album title of Genuine Dexterity extends to the album's creation as well. In this episode, we learn more about the immediate connection and effortlessly natural creative process of Genuine Dexterity, what prompted k-the-i??? to return to the rap scene with his first full-length rap album in a long while, the key influences that guided the album's direction, and much more. The Plug (0:44). The Interview (2:39). RMPP Listening party reaction (2:49). What prompted k-the-i??? to make Genuine Dexterity first full-length rap release in over a decade (3:50) - patron q from TreDoes. Kenny's first experience with k-the-i???'s music (12:12). Why Backwoodz Studioz felt like the right home for Genuine Dexterity (17:40). Kenny Segal's thinking behind the noisy dissonant sound direction for Genuine Dexterity (20:51). Kenny Segal's signature sound (23:55). k-the-i???'s rhyming approach on Genuine Dexterity, and the LA influence on his style (34:09). k-the-i??? and Kenny Segal reminiscing about living in Boyle Heights (54:03). Upcoming projects / tour dates / merch (1:01:46). Buy Genuine Dexterity here: https://backwoodzstudioz.com/collections/genuine-dexterity-by-kenny-segal-k-the-i Follow k-the-i??? on Twitter here: https://x.com/kthei Follow Kenny Segal on Twitter here: https://x.com/kennysegal Follow k-the-i??? on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/applesauce9mm/?hl=en Follow Kenny Segal on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/kennysegal/?hl=en Intro/Outro beat by: BLOODBLIXING -- Fiending for some more quality rap content? Visit the RMPP website: https://rmpp.squarespace.com/ Want to support and help us grow? Become a RMPP Patron, and gain access to exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/therapmusicplugpodcast Looking to connect? DM me @rapmusicplugpod on Twitter and Instagram, or shoot me an email at qlctv.podcast@gmail.com
When thinking about today's guest, it reminds me of that famous Shakespearian saying, “what's in a name?” Since for certain artists, their name can be completely meaningless, having no bearing on the kind of music they make, or has no insightful backstory for how the name came about. But for ØKSE, our guest in today's episode, their name actually says a lot about their art, and what they stand for. ØKSE means Axe in Danish, which is also Ashe; the life-force that runs through all things, living and inanimate. It's a current or flow, a groove that initiates can channel so that it carries them along their road in life. This is beautifully symbolic name perfectly encapsulates what makes this experimental jazz group so damn great. Throughout their self-titled debut album, released on Backwoodz Studioz, there's a special energy that is bottled up in each song that makes the listening experience truly invigorating. ØKSE is a 4-person group, comprised of NYC based drummer Savannah Harris, Danish saxophonist Mette Rasmussen, Haitian electronic musician Val Jeanty, and Swede Petter Eldh on bass, synths and sampler. This worldwide supergroup of musicians brought their specific influences to the table, creating a musical vision that defies any and all convention With me today is 3 of the 4 bandmates, Savannah, Mette, and Petter. Additionally Dash Lewis, talented writer for the likes of Pitchfork, HipHopDX, The Guardian, PassionWeiss, helped me co-host this interview once again, as he did in the last episode… and just like the last episode, this is a conversation you do not want to miss! We dive into the intriguing backstory behind the band's formation, their artistic north star, the Backwoodz Studioz connection, and their unique approach to blending avant-garde jazz with hip-hop on their fantastic new album… which is absolutely one of the best records of the year. The Plug (0:44). The Interview (3:28). The band's formation (5:15). Backstory of ØKSE's connection with Backwoodz Studioz (7:53). The philosophical ‘north star' behind ØKSE's music (18:29). The recording process of ØKSE (22:01). Mixing studio and live creation on ØKSE (29:28). The thought process behind adding vocalists to ØKSE (33:19 ). Core messages from ØKSE (39:04). Follow-up ØKSE album? - RMPP patron q from Ryan aka LEVITATOR (42:08). Upcoming solo works from the band members (44:27). Support ØKSE here: https://backwoodzstudioz.com/collections/okse?srsltid=AfmBOoqyiTu1wL3FyAWbXJNT60uvA0wsplRSBi6R_2TDadZDsSCkLCYy Follow ØKSE on Twitter here: https://x.com/OOKSEOOKSE Follow ØKSE on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/o__kse/ Follow Dash Lewis on Twitter here: https://x.com/gardenerjams?lang=en Follow Dash Lewis on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/gardenerjams/?hl=en Intro/Outro beat by: BLOODBLIXING -- Fiending for some more quality rap content? Visit the RMPP website: https://rmpp.squarespace.com/ Want to support and help us grow? Become a RMPP Patron, and gain access to exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/therapmusicplugpodcast Looking to connect? DM me @rapmusicplugpod on Twitter and Instagram, or shoot me an email at qlctv.podcast@gmail.com
JFloor 4 - Playlist: 1.Italian Weekend, Tommy Crane, Dance Music For All Occasions, elastic Recordings, 2024 2. MaBrrrrrrrrr, Malcolm Jiyane Tree-O, True Story, A New Soil / Mushroom Hour, 2024 3. Feed The Birds, SML, SML, International Anthem, 2024 4. From The Ground Up, Rosa Brunello, Sensless Act Of Love, Domanda Music, 2024 5. Arkeology, Moor Mother, Billy Woods Brass, Backwoodz Studioz, 2020 6. 40tude, Theon Cross, Intra-I, New Soil, 2021 7. Toxic, Thiago França e A Espectacular Charanga Do França, Toxic, Mais Um, 2024 8. Movement 8, Pharoah Sanders, Floating Points, The London Symphony Orchestra, Promises, Luaka Bop, 2021 9. Breathe, Alfa Mist, Antiphon, Sekito, 2017 10. Trapped Soul, Insxght, A Night With Insxght, Jazz Re:Freshed, 2024
My guest this week is New Orleans-via-Brooklyn rapper Cavalier. We spoke about the French film Baise-moi, Monkey Man, The Last Dragon, DVD collections, the filmography of Spike Lee, Fresh, 90s urban dramas, growing up as a first-generation Caribbean-American, moving from New York to New Orleans, the art of crafting albums, the value of music, his come up with Quelle Chris, and the creative process behind his latest project Different Type Time, out now via Backwoodz Studioz. Come fuck with us.Different Type Time is available wherever music is sold, streamed, or stolen. Consider copping the album directly via Bandcamp. Follow Cavalier on Instagram and Twitter (@Cavwins) and consider signing up for his newsletter. My first book, Reel Notes: Culture Writing on the Margins of Music and Movies, is available now, via 4PM Publishing. Order a digital copy on Amazon.Join the Reel Notes Patreon today starting at $5/month to get early access to episodes, our Discord server, exclusive bonus interviews and reviews, and more!Reel Notes stands in solidarity with the oppressed peoples of Palestine, Congo, Sudan, Tigray, and Haiti. Please consider donating to the Palestine Children's Relief Fund, The Palestinian Youth Movement, The Zakat Foundation, HealAfrica, FreeTigray, and/or Hope For Haiti. For information about contacting your representatives to demand a ceasefire, finding protests, and other tools, check out CeasefireToday!Follow me on Instagram (@cinemasai), Twitter (@CineMasai_), TikTok (@cinemasai), and Letterboxd (@CineMasai)Support the Show.
Video animation by: Big Flowers Intro/Outro beat by: BLOODBLIXING The Plug (0:57). The Interview (2:30). Throughout my experience listening to music, one of the most important life lessons I've learnt is that of patience. I've had too many instances of an album initially not grabbing me, but then as I continued to revisit it and give it an open and curious mind… I fell in love with it months, and sometimes years after I initially heard it. Art has a way of connecting you to the present. No better example than the new album from today's guest, Cavalier, titled Different Type Time. In this episode, Cavalier and I have a sprawling conversation covering the creative thinking behind the rich audio visual experience of Different Type Time, what informed his unique career path as an artist, the meaning of participating in hip-hop culture, and much much more... You do not want to miss this!! The approach behind pricing Different Type Time vinyl (4:38). The gap between the release of Private Stock and Different Type Time (12:36). Being a “rapper's rapper” (17:43). How Cavalier views his role as an artist (24:54). Breaking down the implications of legalized weed (30:56). Impact of Quelle Chris on Cavalier's career and artistic development (42:41). Partnering with Backwoodz Studioz for Different Type Time (48:31). The main intention behind Different Type Time (56:32). Cultivating the sound for Different Type Time (1:13:35). The audio and visual experience of Different Type Time (1:19:55). The features on Different Type Time, including the Unhoused Brothers (1:26:00). Upcoming Cavalier projects with Quelle Chris & Denmark Vessey, Raz Fresco, and Child Actor (1:31:43). Stream/buy Different Type Time here: https://backwoodzstudioz.com/collections/different-type-time Support Cavalier here: https://cavwins.com/different-type-time Follow Cavalier on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/Cavwins Follow Cavalier on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/cavwins/?hl=en -- Fiending for some more quality rap content? Visit the RMPP website: https://rmpp.squarespace.com/ Want to support and help us grow? Become a RMPP Patron, and gain access to exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/therapmusicplugpodcast Looking to connect? DM me @rapmusicplugpod on Twitter and Instagram, or shoot me an email at qlctv.podcast@gmail.com
Cavalier is a little bit of a mysterious figure in the modern rap ecosystem. He was raised in Brooklyn, now located in New Orleans, with significant time spent in Oakland along the way. He has worked extensively with DBRP fave Quelle Chris, collaborating on 2023's excellent Black Cottonwood album. We have been wanting to speak to Cav since 2018's Private Stock was released, which we consider to be one of the strongest albums of the modern era. He will have the chance to top that shortly, when his next opus, Different Type Time is released on the mighty Backwoodz Studioz. We spoke to Cavalier about his life and music, his innate sense of style, and his collaborators in a lively and interesting conversation. DBRP hosts Demone Carter, David Ma and Nate LeBlanc also take some time to debate the best albums of the year so far, with special attention paid to Schoolboy Q's divisive Blue Lips and Roc Marciano's exciting return to form Marciology among others. Theme song production and moral support by Cutso. Mixing (turning down the laughing) by Taylor Weng. Podcast infrastructure provided by Stony Island Audio.
Cavalier joins us as he prepares to release his new full length album "Different Type Time" on Backwoodz Studioz. It's been five years since his previous solo release and Cav talked with us about what has contributed to the time between projects, how he came to partner with Backwoodz on the new release, some of the collaborators we can expect to hear on the album, and the unique nature of this particular project. Plus, we talked about his joint project with Quelle Chris "Black Cottonwood", his "Bring Back Weed Spots" line of hoodies, and much more. Then we discuss his album pick for this episode - Wu-Tang Clan's third group album "The W".
This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share their highly-anticipated “Best Albums” of 2023. Plus, they'll also hear selections from production staff.Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Featured Songs:boygenius, "Not Strong Enough," the record, Interscope, 2023The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967Ladytron, "We Never Went Away," Time's Arrow, Cooking Vinyl, 2023Kelela, "Contact," Raven, Warp, 2023Underscores, "Locals (Girls like us)," Wallsocket, Mom + Pop, Corporate Rockmusic, 2023Margo Price, "Lydia," Strays, Loma Vista, 2023Genesis Owusu, "Leaving The Light," Struggler, Ourness, AWAL, 2023Kicksie, "Sinking In," Slouch, Counter Intuitive, 2023Big Freedia, "Booty Like A Drummer," Central City, Queen Diva, 2023Mitski, "Bug Like an Angel," The Land Is Inhospitable and So Are We, Dead Oceans, 2023Joanna Sternberg, "I've Got Me," I've Got Me, Fat Possum, 2023Louise Post, "God I Know," Sleepwalker, El Camino, 2023Jaimie Branch, "Burning Grey," Fly or Die Fly or Die Fly or Die ((world war)), International Anthem, 2023Troye Sivan, "Got Me Started," Something To Give Each Other, EMI Australia, Capitol, 2023Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit, "Save the World," Weathervanes, Southeastern, Thirty Tigers, 2023Young Fathers, "Drum," Heavy Heavy, Ninja Tune, 2023Lydia Loveless, "Runaway," Nothing's Gonna Stand in My Way Again, Bloodshot, 2023billy woods and Kenny Segal, "FaceTime (feat. Samuel T. Herring)," Maps, Backwoodz Studioz, Fat Possum, 2023boygenius, "Satanist," the record, Interscope, 2023Wednesday, "Quarry," Rat Saw God, Dead Oceans, 2023Mary White, "Rudolph Pouts," Rudolph Pouts (Single), Cowtown, 1960See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Video animation by: Big Flowers Intro/Outro beat by: BLOODBLIXING The Plug (0:21). The Interview (1:57). So I'm kind of annoying when it comes to certain things with music. Albums where the last verse isn't from the main artist? It just doesn't feel right. Remixes? I'm oddly wed to the original. And finally, producer albums with a bunch of different rappers on it are another type of record, where I don't usually gravitate towards. I'm just such a concept and theme guy I guess. But I am a fair man... Today's guest on the show, New York-based producer Blockhead, recently dropped an album that was so good it overcame my annoying biases with The Aux, released on Backwoodz Studioz. I caught up with the very talented and very funny and personable producer to understand how he's approached collaboration with some of the genre's finest lyricists in Aesop Rock and billy woods, discuss his perspectives on the current production landscape, and the makings of his terrific new album. How the production process differs on instrumental albums vs. working with rappers (3:31). Most important traits as a producer (8:02). How the act of creating music unlocks emotion (12:03). What Blockhead looks for in a rap collaborator (18:38). Blockhead's take on the current hip-hop production landscape (21:40). How Blockhead's relationship with woods came to be (30:52). The sound direction of The Aux (34:29). How the billy woods executive production hand guided the creation of The Aux (41:23). Blockhead on “challenging fans” with The Aux (46:12). The making of the electric RXKNephew feature on The Aux (53:49). Collaborations that surprised Blockhead the most - RMPP patron q from Jarvis (57:44). Blockhead's favourite songs off The Aux (59:49). Upcoming music / tour dates / merch (1:01:28). Support Blockhead's music here: https://blockheadnyc.bandcamp.com/ Follow Blockhead on Twitter here: https://x.com/BlockheadNYC?s=20 Follow Blockhead on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/blockheadnyc/?hl=en -- Fiending for some more quality rap content? Visit the RMPP website: https://rmpp.squarespace.com/ Want to support and help us grow? Become a RMPP Patron, and gain access to exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/therapmusicplugpodcast Looking to connect? DM me @rapmusicplugpod on Twitter and Instagram, or shoot me an email at qlctv.podcast@gmail.com
Video animation by: Big Flowers Intro/Outro beat by: BLOODBLIXING The Plug (0:21). The Interview (2:05). As a 28 year-old hip-hop head, I'd like to say that I'm still somewhat young. So given this youth of mine, I haven't been able to witness many of the greatest movements or waves in hip-hop history firsthand. I wasn't even alive when Wu first jumped onto the scene. I could barely form sentences when Company Flow's debut album dropped But that thankfully has not been the case with what Backwoodz Studioz, and in particular what today's guests in billy woods and E L U C I D, have blessed listeners with so far in their careers. For over a decade now, I've been able to follow these two refine their craft and expand on their brand of phenomenally rich, creative, and thoughtful hip-hop music that scratches all of the itches I have in music. All of which is funneled into this style of rap that makes the term “one-of-a-kind”, feel somehow too generic of a descriptor for what these two really do. I'm pleased to have Armand Hammer on the show to discuss what makes their creative connection so special, the makings of one of the best albums I've ever heard (no hyperbole) in We Buy Diabetic Test Strips, and much, much more! Enjoy! Perspective on recent successes and acclaim (2:27). Perception of Armand Hammer's growing fanbase (9:16). How woods and E L U C I D complement each other's artistry (16:49). How the creative direction for an Armand Hammer album is established - RMPP patron q from TreDoes (24:52). The origin of the We Buy Diabetic Test Strips album title (25:41). The core themes of WBDTS (28:58). The catalyst for the live instrumentation backbone for WBDTS (38:27). The inspiration behind the very experimental and ambitious sound of WBDTS (43:13). Aspects of WBDTS that Armand Hammer were most proud of / found uniquely challenging (51:39). Armand Hammer's favourite songs off WBDTS (1:02:00). Prominent use of vocal manipulation on WBTDS (1:06:57). What Armand Hammer would like their legacy to be (1:08:17). Shoutouts to other great music and collaborators within the Armand Hammer / Backwoodz multiverse (1:09:13). JPEGMAFIA's pants / E L U C I D's fashion trend forecast (1:12:36). Buy We Buy Diabetic Test Strips here: https://fatpossum.com/products/we-buy-diabetic-test-strips Support Backwoodz Studioz here: https://backwoodzstudioz.com/ Follow billy woods on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/BackwoodzHipHop Follow E L U C I D on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/elucidwho Follow billy woods on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/backwoodzstudioz/ Follow E L U C I D on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/cobratoof/?hl=en Follow Armand Hammer on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/ArmandHammerNYC Follow Armand Hammer on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/armandhammernyc/?hl=en -- Fiending for some more quality rap content? Visit the RMPP website: https://rmpp.squarespace.com/ Want to support and help us grow? Become a RMPP Patron, and gain access to exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/therapmusicplugpodcast Looking to connect? DM me @rapmusicplugpod on Twitter and Instagram, or shoot me an email at qlctv.podcast@gmail.com
My guest this week is New Jersey-based singer, songwriter, and producer Fielded. We spoke about No One Will Save You, Silence of The Lambs, The Sopranos, Six Feet Under, the work of Ari Aster and Todd Solondz, why we're attracted to dark and disturbing movies, their journey from a musical family to creating the Fielded project, linking with Backwoodz Studioz, and the creative process behind their latest album Plus One. Reel Notes stands in solidarity with SAG-AFTA as they strike for better working conditions and better pay for the people who power the movies and TV we love. Please consider supporting them directly by donating to the Entertainment Community Fund or The Snacklist mutual aid fund to get food and drink to strikers across Los Angeles. Visit Dreadsock.com and use promo code "CINEMASAI" for 10% off your first order!Plus One is available wherever music is sold, streamed, or stolen. Consider copping directly from Fielded's Bandcamp. Follow them on Instagram and Twitter (@_fielded_)Follow me on Instagram (@cinemasai), Twitter (@CineMasai_), TikTok (@cinemasai), and Letterboxd (@CineMasai) Support the show
My guest this week is New York-via-Maine photographer, director, and designer Alexander Richter. We spoke about Top Boy, the James Bond series, how both his parents inspired his early love for film and photography, his career as a music photographer, including stories shooting Sean Price's Jesus Price album cover and a 50 Cent cover story, his extensive history with billy woods and Backwoodz Studioz, and the creative process behind Dark Brother Rise, his 2020 short film about the eponymous hip-hop photographer from Queensbridge.Reel Notes stands in solidarity with SAG-AFTA as they strike for better working conditions and better pay for the people who power the movies and TV we love. Please consider supporting them directly by donating to the Entertainment Community Fund or The Snacklist mutual aid fund to get food and drink to strikers across Los Angeles. Visit Dreadsock.com and use promo code "CINEMASAI" for 10% off your first order! Check out Richter's portfolio here and watch the Dark Brother Rise documentary here. Read my piece "How billy woods' Backwoodz Studioz Became New York's Best Underground Rap Label" for Pitchfork hereFollow Richter on Instagram (@alexanderrichter) and Twitter (@AlexandeRichter)Follow me on Instagram (@cinemasai), Twitter (@CineMasai_), TikTok (@cinemasai), and Letterboxd (@CineMasai) Support the show
I am joined by Mega and Jet, two-thirds of Secret House Against (@SecretHouseTokyo), a Tokyo based, Leftist heavy, Hip-hop, Art, and Culture discussion channel, to dive deep into a partial discography rundown of the idiosyncratic rapper and artist, Billy Woods. This exemplary run of albums spans six years and includes both Billy Woods and Armand Hammer (Billy Woods & Elucid) releases. In this episode, we dive into each album and examine themes, moods, lyricism, bars, and good old fashioned dopeness. Releases Discussed: Known Unknowns (2017) Paraffin (2018) Hiding Places (2019) Terror Management (2019) Shrines (2020) Brass (2020) Haram (2021) Aethiopes (2022) Church (2022) We ran out of time so had to leave 2023's Maps release off the episode :( Follow the Secret House Against Youtube channel who will be hosting the video version of this collab episode. Make sure to like the video, subscribe to their channel, and consider joining the Secret House Against Patreon community. You can snatch up music and swag direct from Backwoodz Studioz. Check out the Caltrops Press blog and give em a follow on Twitter and IG Follow Krofle160's Billy Woods Features & Non Album Tracks playlist on Spotify Read Political Art As Critical Theory In Armand Hammer's “Haram” Listen to The Rap Music Plug Podcast interview with woods Correction: In this episode, we stated that Ashes57 was an alias for Geng PTP, however they are not the same person, despite having collaborated on the visual design. Apologies! ----------------------- Subscribe & never miss a new rabbit hole.. Follow @thesoniccloth on Instagram to grab the track list. Feedback, trash talk, and inquiries: thesoniccloth@gmail.com
My guest this week is Chicago rapper SKECH185. We spoke about Alejandro Gonzalez Inarritu's Bardo, They Cloned Tyrone, his love for A League of Their Own, Juice, and the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, how his passion for drawing eventually mingled with his passion for rapping, a brief history of Chicago hip-hop and of the Tomorrow Kings collective, the benefits of regionalism in rap music, his history with Backwoodz Studioz, and the creative process behind his latest album He Left Nothing For The Swim Back, produced entirely by Jeff Markey. Reel Notes stands in solidarity with the WGA and SAG-AFTA as they strike for better working conditions and better pay for the people who power the movies and TV we love. Please consider supporting them directly by donating to the Entertainment Community Fund or The Snacklist mutual aid fund to get food and drink to strikers across Los Angeles. Visit Dreadsock.com and use promo code "CINEMASAI" for 10% off your first order!He Left Nothing For The Swim Back is available wherever music is sold, streamed, or stolen. Consider copping it directly from Bandcamp. Follow SKECH185 on Instagram and Twitter: @SKECH185Follow me on Instagram (@cinemasai), Twitter (@CineMasai_), TikTok (@cinemasai), and Letterboxd (@CineMasai) Support the show
We're talking a lot about singular artists and sounds! Fatboi Sharif and Steel Tipped Dove recently released their collaborative album "Decay" on Backwoodz Studioz. We spoke with them about the creative teamwork that went into the album, the personal aspects of Sharif's writing, and the importance of incorporating sounds from a wide variety of genres. Then we shatter all expectations for our second segment and find ourselves talking about a non-hip hop album for the first time in our history. System of a Down's flawless 2001 album "Toxicity" is the album that Dove and Sharif picked for this episode.
My guests for the first edition of Reel Notes Live!, recorded at Loudmouth Records in Brooklyn, NY, are New Jersey rapper Fatboi Sharif and New York producer/engineer/label head Steel Tipped Dove. We spoke about Oppenheimer, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem, the Amazon Prime show Patriot, how film scores and directors inspired Sharif's writing style, creating images with their words and beats, and the creative process behind their collaborative album Decay.Check out our live sponsors Loudmouth Records and EverDejaVu Records for the best in streetwear and indie music. Follow them both on Instagram (@loudmouthbk, @everydejavu and Twitter (@loudmouthbk, @everydejavu) Reel Notes stands in solidarity with the WGA and SAG-AFTA as they strike for better working conditions and better pay for the people who power the movies and TV we love. Please consider supporting them directly by donating to the Entertainment Community Fund or The Snacklist mutual aid fund to get food and drink to strikers across Los Angeles. Visit Dreadsock.com and use promo code "CINEMASAI" for 10% off your first order!Decay is available wherever music is sold, streamed, or stolen. Consider copping directly from Bandcamp here.Follow Fatboi Sharif on Instagram (@fatboi_sharif) and Twitter (@fatboyprospect) Follow Steel Tipped Dove on Instagram and Twitter: @steeltippeddoveFollow me on Instagram (@cinemasai), Twitter (@CineMasai_), TikTok (@cinemasai), and Letterboxd (@CineMasai) Support the show
Video animation by: Big Flowers Intro/Outro beat by: BLOODBLIXING The Plug (0:21). Main Body of Discussion (2:23). On rare occasion, we get two artists that come together at a moment where their skillsets and mindsets align in sublime harmony. That is what I see with Fatboi Sharif and steel tipped dove's latest album released on Backwoodz Studioz, titled Decay. Sharif's been progressively growing as a vocalist and lyricist… who's unique gifts mesh perfectly with the vast, atmospheric, and cutting-edge brand of experimentation found in steel tipped dove's production. Decay is a soundtrack for the times. Not necessarily the times that are upon us at this very moment, but what may soon be our reality in just a few decades from now. Decay is a psychedelic masterpiece - a result of two creative minds joining forces at the exact right time in their careers. Sharif and Dove are here today to breakdown how this excellent new album was created, in the latest installment of the 'Album Alchemy' series. The sonic landscape of Decay (4:03). Lyrical themes and inspirations of Decay (8:29). The heavily gothic and creepy sound of Decay (13:40). Sharif's continued evolution as a vocalist (16:00). The thinking behind having no features on Decay (21:37). Releasing the album on Backwoodz Studioz, and the label's influence on the final product (24:38). The structure of shorter songs - longer tracklist of Decay (28:50). Favourite songs (32:48). Upcoming projects (38:31). Buy/Stream Decay here: https://fatboisharif.bandcamp.com/album/decay Follow Fatboi Sharif on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/fatboyprospect?s=20 Follow steel tipped dove on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/steeltippeddove?s=20 Follow Fatboi Sharif on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/fatboi_sharif/?hl=en Follow steel tipped dove on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/steeltippeddove/?hl=en -- Fiending for some more quality rap content? Visit the RMPP website: https://rmpp.squarespace.com/ Want to support and help us grow? Become a RMPP Patron, and gain access to exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/therapmusicplugpodcast Looking to connect? DM me @rapmusicplugpod on Twitter and Instagram, or shoot me an email at qlctv.podcast@gmail.com
Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot host blues singer Shemekia Copeland for a live performance and interview. She performs stripped down arrangements of songs from her Grammy-nominated 2022 album "Done Come Too Far" and others. Plus the hosts pay tribute to Gordon Lightfoot and review the new album from rapper Billy Woods and producer Kenny Segal. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Shemekia Copeland, "Too Far To Be Gone (feat. Sonny Landreth)," Done Come Too Far, Alligator, 2022The Beatles, "I Get By (With a Little Help From My Friends)," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967billy woods / Kenny Segal, "FaceTime (feat. Samuel T. Herring)," Maps, Backwoodz Studioz, 2023billy woods / Kenny Segal, "Soundcheck (feat. Quelle Chris)," Maps, Backwoodz Studioz, 2023billy woods / Kenny Segal, "NYC Tapwater," Maps, Backwoodz Studioz, 2023billy woods / Kenny Segal, "Year Zero (feat. Danny Brown)," Maps, Backwoodz Studioz, 2023billy woods / Kenny Segal, "Kenwood Speakers," Maps, Backwoodz Studioz, 2023Gordon Lightfoot, "If You Could Read My Mind," Sit Down Young Stranger, Reprise, 1970Gordon Lightfoot, "The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald," Summertime Dream, Reprise, 1976Shemekia Copeland, "Too Far To Be Gone (Live on Sound Opinions)," Done Come Too Far, Alligator, 2022Shemekia Copeland, "Fell In Love With A Honky (Live on Sound Opinions)," Done Come Too Far, Alligator, 2022Shemekia Copeland, "The Talk," Done Come Too Far, Alligator, 2022Shemekia Copeland, "Uncivil War (Live on Sound Opinions)," Uncivil War, Alligator, 2020Shemekia Copeland, "Nobody But You (Live on Sound Opinions)," Done Come Too Far, Alligator, 2022Tina Turner, "Better Be Good to Me," Private Dancer, Capitol, 1984Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Video animation by: Big Flowers Intro/Outro beat by: BLOODBLIXING The Plug (0:21). The Interview (1:57). If you're like me, and have found yourself marveling at how great a Backwoodz Studioz record is sounding, it is all but guaranteed that sound God Willie Green was behind the boards... fine tuning the sound to perfection. That standard of quality you've come to expect from a Backwoodz album has been cultivated by the sure hands of beatmaker and audio engineer, Willie Green. This is a man who's contributions to the genre's most impactful movement of the last decade plus, cannot be understated. Decades from now when they tell the story of Backwoodz, Willie Green should, and will be at the forefront of this discussion. Therefore, I am absolutely honoured to have Green on the show, where he opened up on the value of audio engineering work, and how he approaches his craft, along with his perspectives on notable musical trends, and the continued rise of Backwoodz Studioz. Green's journey to audio engineering (4:09). What a having a “good ear” really means, as it relates to music (20:17). What makes a mix “good” (26:46). The collaborative element in Green's artistic process (34:15). Green's take on the current state of hip-hop - RMPP patron q from DarkCow (40:53). ***We love DarkCow over here... and this was a great question! Green's relationship with Backwoodz Studioz (48:57). The Backwoodz Studioz sound (1:05:50). The GreenHouse Recording Co. (1:18:27). Upcoming work on the horizon from Green (1:20:55). Work with The GreenHouse Recording Co. here: https://www.williegreenmusic.com/greenhouse Follow Willie Green on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/WillieGreen1?s=20 Follow Willie Green on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/williegreen1/?hl=en Support Backwoodz Studioz here: https://backwoodzstudioz.com/ -- Fiending for some more quality rap content? Visit the RMPP website: https://rmpp.squarespace.com/ Want to support and help us grow? Become a RMPP Patron, and gain access to exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/therapmusicplugpodcast Looking to connect? DM me @rapmusicplugpod on Twitter and Instagram, or shoot me an email at qlctv.podcast@gmail.com
Video animation by: Big Flowers Intro/Outro beat by: BLOODBLIXING The Plug (0:21). The Interview (3:14). "I'ma keep it real with you, it's the things you can't undo/The past, the black Rubik's cube" "Payback always inexact but I be squinting over measuring spoons" For most artists, lyrics like this would universally be regarded as their all-time best moments. But for artists like billy woods though… lyrics like this are a dime a dozen… they're literally just Verse 2 off of a song called "Hangman". The praise being thrown the way of NY-based rapper, label head of Backwoodz Studioz, and 1/2 of Armand Hammer… are plentiful, and growing in their fervor. After a string of releases that involved high-profile names such as Moor Mother and The Alchemist in late 2020 / early 2021, billy woods rode this surging wave of acclaim surrounding his music, and delivered two legacy-defining works back to back in 2022. This put the finishing touches on what is, in my humble opinion, the greatest 5-year run in hip-hop history. From 2018 onward, we got Paraffin, Hiding Places, Terror Management, Shrines, BRASS, Haram, Aethiopes, WHT LBL, and finally, Church. And if that wasn't enough, his Backwoodz Studioz camp has added to the flurry of incredible forward-thinking art during this time period, through the emergence of E L U C I D, ShrapKnel, AKAI SOLO, SKECH185, and more. Yet here we are, in May of 2023… and billy woods has done it again. Teaming up with Kenny Segal for a second time, woods has released his latest masterpiece, Maps... and he's here today on the show, to talk about his experience creating this record, his writing style and the frequent themes found in his work, Armand Hammer, the legacy of Backwoodz, and so much more! If you're familiar with me and this show so far, you know how I feel about woods. You know I had to make the most of my opportunity speaking with the GOAT. You won't wanna miss this... Staying grounded amidst growing acclaim (4:52). The concept of ‘survivor's guilt' as it relates to woods' career and life in general (9:41). The legacy of Backwoodz Studioz (16:18). Working with E L U C I D as Armand Hammer (19:50). New Armand Hammer album later in 2023 (24:49). woods' writing process and a breakdown of “No Hard Feelings” (25:46). The key ideas underpinning the creation of Aethiopes (33:10). Love and relationships in woods' music (47:44). woods' mind state creating Maps (53:13). How Maps differs from Hiding Places (59:34). Working with Kenny Segal (1:01:48). Breakdown of the ending to Maps, and how fatherhood has impacted woods' music (1:19:42). Upcoming work to expect from woods and Backwoodz Studioz (1:30:07). Support Backwoodz Studioz here: https://backwoodzstudioz.com/ Buy Maps here: https://backwoodzstudioz.com/collections/billy-woods-x-kenny-segal-maps Follow billy woods on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/BackwoodzHipHop Follow billy woods on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/backwoodzstudioz/?hl=en -- Fiending for some more quality rap content? Visit the RMPP website: https://rmpp.squarespace.com/ Want to support and help us grow? Become a RMPP Patron, and gain access to exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/therapmusicplugpodcast Looking to connect? DM me @rapmusicplugpod on Twitter and Instagram, or shoot me an email at qlctv.podcast@gmail.com
Your hosts this episode: Patrique Thoughtfoul Patrique is back with fellow previous podcast guest Thoughtfoul with a long promised episode since the last time the two came together for their discussion on Mr. eXquire, to discuss the underground Rap label Backwoodz Studioz. Since that review much has come out from the grim-y, lyrical label and in this episode the pod hosts look back at the last subsequent year of the label's releases and subsequent label members up to the present day. Beginning with rerelease of Premrock's "Load Bearing Crow's Feet" and ending with the recent release of Elucid's old group Cult Favorite's "Sway, Masses". Along the way they discuss the label's packed with talent roster such as Curly Castro, Billy Woods, Elucid, Akai Solo, Shrapknel, and more. As well as discussing the emotional impact and layers to the writing of many of Backwoodz's artists and how interconnected it all comes together as a cohesive label. Intro Music: Junclassic - "Borrowed Time (Instrumental)" Outro Music: Kankick - "Stagnated Pace" Edited / Produced by: Kittenpuke Find us on RYM through our provided Profile names! Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro / Introductions to Backwoodz Artists 8:57 - "Load Bearing Crow's Feet" by Premrock 14:05 - "So Climb A Tree" by Hajino and Duncecap 22:07 - "WHT LBL" by Armand Hammer 35:05 - "Aethiopes" by Billy Woods 1:03:57 - "I Told Bessie" by Elucid 1:20:48 - "Metal Lung" by ShrapKnel 1:37:35 - "1974" by DJ Preservation 1:39:36 - "Church" by Billy Woods and Messiah Musik 1:57:29 "Spirit Roaming" by Akai Solo 2:02:49 - "Sports & Leisure" by Jeff Markey 2:05:30 - "BRB Gotta Go Charge My Toothbrush" by Elucid 2:06:47 - "He Left Nothing for the Swim Back" by SKECH185 & Jeff Markey 2:24:03 - Thoughtfoul's Live Armand Hammer Adventure 2:29:32 - "Sway, Masses" by Cult Favorite 2:35:20 - Favorite Track From Backwoodz Studioz This Last Year 2:36:31 - Outro
Video animation by: Big Flowers Intro/Outro beat by: BLOODBLIXING The Plug (0:21). The Interview (1:53). With most success stories in life, it often comes as a result of remarkable talent, passion, and fortunate circumstances that align one's innate gifts with the right environment to thrive. That's precisely the situation that surrounds Child Actor. Child Actor is an artist that cut their teeth in the indie pop world, before transitioning to the world of rap through organic relationships with the likes of Ceschi, Serengeti, and billy woods. Child Actor now sports a trademark cutting-edge sound that has become a staple amongst underground's finest, through fantastic work on Backwoodz Studioz, Open Mike Eagle, and Serengeti projects to name a few. Listen on to hear how this undeniably talented producer made it to where he is today, and how he approaches his craft with the kind of ingenuity you'd expect from someone who produced that f***** up Armand Hammer track, "Charms". Who is Child Actor? (3:10). Child Actor's artistic origins, and indie pop past (5:59). Child Actor's transition to hip-hop (16:59). The trademark Child Actor sound (24:10). Type of rapper that works best with Child Actor beats (33:30). How indie pop background influenced Child Actor's rap beats - RMPP patron q from Jarvis (37:18). Why Child Actor has found a home with Backwoodz Studioz (40:22). The appeal of Serengeti and the character of Ajai on Ajai II (45:21). Upcoming Child Actor work that should intrigue you (58:59). Support Child Actor's music here: https://chldactr.bandcamp.com/ Buy/stream Ajai II here: https://kennydennis.bandcamp.com/album/ajai-ii Visit Child Actor's website here: http://www.childactor.net/ Follow Child Actor on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/ChldActr Follow Child Actor on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/chldactr/?hl=en -- Fiending for some more quality rap content? Visit the RMPP website: https://rmpp.squarespace.com/ Want to support and help us grow? Become a RMPP Patron, and gain access to exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/therapmusicplugpodcast Looking to connect? DM me @rapmusicplugpod on Twitter and Instagram, or shoot me an email at qlctv.podcast@gmail.com
It's been a long time.... Two and a half weeks to be exact, but we are back! Hope y'all had a safe and pleasant holiday break. Your favorite rap nerds have reconvened for Season 6 of the Dad Bod Rap Pod and we are starting on a good note with episode 251. Side A of this episode starts with the original kings of content David Ma, Demone Carter, and Nate Le Blanc talking about their New Year's Eve debauchery/resolutions. Then, the bros welcome Brooklyn-bred rapper AKAI SOLO to the program. Spirit Roaming, AKAI's latest release on the venerable Backwoodz Studioz label was described by Pitchfork as "impassioned soliloquies and elaborate sample arrangements, rendered with impressive precision." In this interview, AKAI breaks down how Spirit Roaming came into to being and the guidance he received from billy woods during the process. He also talks about his approach to rap, friendships, and life generally. Disclaimer: the zoom was glitching in spots during this interview, but it's still really good. On Side B, the Dad Bods discuss their favorite hangover cures which run the gamut from weed to egg Mcmufins. A good time was had by all. Hope you enjoy. If you like what you hear please like, rate, review, and subscribe on your platform of choice. If you really down with the team, please subscribe to our Patreon (patreon.com/dadbodrappod) Big ups to Stony Island Audio massive! Joints featured in this episode Side A: Jyu Viole Grace (instrumental)-AKAI SOLO Marine Snow-AKAI SOLO Fresh Squeezed-Squires Side B: Fire In The Hole-Earl Sweatshirt Quick Realignment-Jeff Markey Thunderball-Lungs/Lonesword feat. Phiik
Video animation by: Big Flowers Intro/Outro beat by: BLOODBLIXING The Plug (0:21). The Interview (2:10). Not only are topics like philosophy, spirituality, knowledge of self, difficult things to learn in and of itself... it's an entirely different challenge to be able to communicate these topics with clarity. Not to mention with grace and humility to boot. Today's guest, AKAI SOLO, does just that. Something I told AKAI, and what bares repeating, is that an idea sounds simple when it is presented in his music. He's that special. With a fresh, and raw rap style that is reminiscent of Vordul Mega, and that's not my words… that comes from the Backwoodz Studioz head honcho himself. On the topic of Backwoodz, this artist joins the growing list of amazing artists dropping their best projects to-date. Since AKAI just released the beautiful Spirit Roaming just a couple of weeks ago, ne of the absolute best projects of the year, period. This conversation was as insightful as you'd expect it would be with an artist like AKAI. Enjoy! AKAI's writing process (4:59). How AKAI characterizes his style of rap (16:13). What AKAI's music stands for (20:17). AKAI's creative connection with Navy Blue on True Sky (28:26). AKAI's mentality that he employs when approaching his career (31:49). AKAI on being mindful of not alienating the audience (37:07). The key inspiration behind the creation of Spirit Roaming (42:40). The sound of Spirit Roaming (51:02). The importance of woods executive producing Spirit Roaming (54:38). How it feels being part of the Backwoodz Studioz run (1:00:47). AKAI's new album coming soon (1:05:36). Support AKAI's music here: https://akaisolo.bandcamp.com/music Follow AKAI on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/shinlonered?s=20&t=ShYlpWtroe-E2kxSzfflag Follow AKAI on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/shinlonered/?hl=en -- Fiending for some more quality rap content? Visit the RMPP website: https://rmpp.squarespace.com/ Want to support and help us grow? Become a RMPP Patron, and gain access to exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/therapmusicplugpodcast Looking to connect? DM me @rapmusicplugpod on Twitter and Instagram, or shoot me an email at qlctv.podcast@gmail.com
Video animation by: Big Flowers Intro/Outro beat by: BLOODBLIXING The Hook (0:21). The Interview (2:03). Album artwork and the visual side of hip-hop has always played a key role in how music lovers engaged with the art form. In today's episode we are joined by someone who's work has provided visuals for some of rap's finest. From legends such as Prodigy, Clipse, DJ Premier, The Alchemist, and most notably as of late, many Backwoodz Studioz artists such as Armand Hammer and ShrapKnel. I hope you enjoy today's illuminating conversation with the incredibly talented photographer and film director, Alexander Richter. Richter details how he got into photography and film growing up, and why he gravitated towards the visuals of hip-hop vs. the music creation side of the equation (3:01). Richter provides his take on if album artwork has increased or decreased in value, in our current digital streaming era (8:54). Richter illustrates the creative process that goes into collaborating with an artist on a visual (15:03). Richter describes how he improves his craft as a photographer (24:04). Richter describes how he first got actively involved in hip-hop as a photographer (28:56). Richter gives us his craziest story shooting with a rapper, working with Action Bronson on the Saab Stories album cover (31:54). Richter explains why he and Backwoodz Studioz connect so well, becoming a fixture in the Backwoodz Studioz universe (38:55). Richter provides insight into the striking slaughtered pig album artwork for Haram (42:26). Richter describes the vision of his short film Dark Brother Rise (50:12). Richter gives his thoughts on the concept of trust in film, as it relates to the jean-yuhs documentary (59:50). Richter answers a RMPP PATREON question from Dan-O of Freemusicempire on what stands out to him in a great photo (1:06:06). Richter shouts out where you can find his work (1:13:38) (link below!). Support Alexander Richter's work here: https://alexanderrichterphoto.com/ Follow Alexander Richter on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/AlexandeRichter?s=20&t=pLthRxEsbUAaNqhXLCXGdQ Follow Alexander Richter on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/alexanderrichter/?hl=en -- Fiending for some more quality rap content? Visit the RMPP website: https://rmpp.squarespace.com/ Want to support and help us grow? Become a RMPP Patron, and gain access to exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/therapmusicplugpodcast Looking to connect? DM me @rapmusicplugpod on Twitter and Instagram, or shoot me an email at qlctv.podcast@gmail.com
Video animation by: Big Flowers Intro/Outro beat by: BLOODBLIXING The Hook (0:21). Main Body of Review (1:57). Since the stock of Armand Hammer and the Backwoodz Studioz name has risen exponentially in recent years, this latest album from ELUCID presented a real opportunity for him. A prime opportunity for ELULCID to solidify his perch in rap lore as one of the best artists of his generation, by delivering an album that amazes when the spotlight is beaming at its brightest. I Told Bessie was not only a highly-anticipated album, but felt like one of, if not, THE most important moments in hip-hop this year. So the question is, did ELUCID follow through on these weighty expectations and cash in on his chance in the spotlight? Listen to find out... RMPP Preferred Cut: "Bunny Chow" Stream/Buy I Told Bessie here: https://elucid.bandcamp.com/album/i-told-bessie?mc_cid=1e6703b4b3&mc_eid=d48bd132c7 -- Fiending for some more quality rap content? Visit the RMPP website: https://rmpp.squarespace.com/ Want to support and help us grow? Become a RMPP Patron, and gain access to exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/therapmusicplugpodcast Looking to connect? DM me @rapmusicplugpod on Twitter and Instagram, or shoot me an email at qlctv.podcast@gmail.com -- R.I.P Simba. I will always love you.
Video animation by: Big Flowers Intro/Outro beat by: BLOODBLIXING Beginning of Episode (0:49). In Episode 105, New York's multi-talented rapper, producer, podcaster, videographer, Duncecap, joined us on the show. Dunce is known for his strong left-field take on hip-hop that has impressed for years, with no better addition to his catalog than the supremely dope Go Climb a Tree released on Backwoodz Studioz earlier this year. Dunce is a good dude, and made for an interesting conversation! Duncecap explains how he came up with his artist name of “Duncecap” (1:59). Duncecap explains how he first got into hip-hop when he was younger (4:57). Duncecap elaborates on what influenced him to love music with “freaky beats” (8:11). Duncecap how he developed the confidence to present himself as such a different rapper than what's typical (14:23). Duncecap explains his affinity video games, his Duncecast podcast, and the connection he sees between video games and hip-hop (23:26). Duncecap illustrates what drew him to the visual side of art creation (28:47). Duncecap discusses the influence Backwoodz Studioz had on his latest album, Go Climb a Tree, and how it feels being part of the Backwoodz movement in hip-hop (34:24). Duncecap explains the meaning of the Go Climb a Tree album title (39:23). Duncecap illustrates why HAJINO was a great pairing with him on Go Climb a Tree (41:35). Duncecap's feelings towards the positive reception Go Climb a Tree has received (48:56). Duncecap talks about his upcoming projects (50:46). Support Duncecap's music here: https://duncecap.bandcamp.com/music Support Duncecap's video work here: https://www.mikepetrow.com/ Follow Duncecap on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/Duncecap_?s=20 Follow Duncecap on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/duncecap_/?hl=en -- Fiending for some more quality rap content? Visit the RMPP website: https://rmpp.squarespace.com/ Want to support and help us grow? Become a RMPP Patreon, and gain access to exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/therapmusicplugpodcast Looking to connect? DM me @rapmusicplugpod on Twitter and Instagram, or shoot me an email at qlctv.podcast@gmail.com
This week we are blessed to be joined by returning guests billy woods and Preservation, the duo behind the incredible new album Aethiopes on Backwoodz Studioz. We hold woods in high regard as a writer and honestly think he's the best MC in the game currently so it is always a pleasure to discuss the craft of rhyme writing and the deep references in his work. Preservation may not be a household name even among underground hip-hop heads but he has been involve din some stellar projects over the years and his profile is rising considerably based on his unique sample choices and arrangements. Beats this week were submitted by Toast.Hawaii aka friend of the program Spectacular Diagnostics, make sure to seek out this new work. DBRP is but one facet of the complicated rube goldberg machine known as Stony Island Audio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Video animation by: Big Flowers Intro/Outro beat by: BLOODBLIXING Beginning of Episode (0:49). In Episode 96, I was joined by PremRock who is a prolific artist with a catalog that includes an album full of Tom Waits re-interpretations, a collaborative album with Curly Castro as ShrapKnel, and his latest truly incredible body of work, Load Bearing Crow's Feet. Prem is the latest artist to join and add to the recent Backwoodz Studioz and Wrecking Crew invasion of guests that have come on the show. We were very happy to have him! PremRock dives into his key artistic influences (2:05). PremRock gives insight into his writing process (9:55). PremRock details when he realized that there was a true career for him in hip-hop (16:19). PremRock explains why the dynamic between him and Castro, as ShrapKnel, is so special (25:38). PremRock previews the upcoming follow-up record from ShrapKnel (30:44). PremRock gives his take on what he believes the legacy of Backwoodz Studioz will be, when it's all said and done (34:11). PremRock illustrates how his past life experience impacted the lyricism on Load Bearing Crow's Feet (39:29). PremRock explains how he approached the creation of Load Bearing Crow's Feet differently than past albums (47:17). PremRock speaks to the important role that Willie Green played on Load Bearing Crow's Feet (54:42). PremRock details the meaning of the Load Bearing Crow's Feet title (56:24). PremRock details what new projects we can expect from him in 2022 (1:01:43). Support PremRock's music here: https://planetpremrock.bandcamp.com/ Follow PremRock on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/PlanetPremRock?s=20 Follow PremRock on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/premrock/?hl=en -- Fiending for some more quality rap content? Visit the RMPP website: https://rmpp.squarespace.com/ Want to support and help us grow? Become a RMPP Patreon, and gain access to exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/therapmusicplugpodcast Looking to connect? DM me @rapmusicplugpod on Twitter and Instagram, or shoot me an email at qlctv.podcast@gmail.com
My guest this week is Brooklyn rapper Curly Castro. We spoke about The Harder They Fall, the art of auteurism, Eternals, Dune, Spike Lee, the journey from being a hypeman to becoming a rapper, his work with members of the Wrecking Crew, the creative process behind his latest album Little Robert Hutton, afrofuturism, and all things Marvel Cinematic Universe.Little Robert Hutton is available wherever music is sold, streamed, or stolen. Consider copping it from Castro's Bandcamp page here.Follow Curly Castro on Instagram (@curlycastro) and Twitter (@Curly_Castro) Follow Dylan "CineMasai" Green on Instagram (@cinemasai), Twitter (@CineMasai_), and Letterboxd (@CineMasai) Support the show (https://cash.app/$CineMasai)
A one of a kind talent leapfrogging between genres and expectations Fielded has created a unique position for herself on Backwoodz Studioz alongside underground raps most ferocious names. Fielded's newest release Young Medusa is completely different from past work but as Dan-O discussed with her, she is used to that and we should be as well. This interview is 120% of expectations.
Video animation by: Big Flowers Intro/Outro beat by: BLOODBLIXING Beginning of Episode (0:49). In Episode 86, we are joined by a true lyrical tactician, teacher, and newest signee of the ever-impressive Backwoodz Studioz label, Defcee. Defcee discusses being embraced by the Chicago hip-hop community as an outsider, and what he appreciates about the Chicago scene (4:01). Defcee opens up about the reasoning behind taking a break from music, following 2015's Damn Near Grown (26:30). Defcee details how he's been able to consistently improve his craft into his middle-age, and gives his take on the health of rap game currently, given the fact that so many other rappers have been producing quality music well into their "senior" years (31:52). Defcee discusses how he sees competitiveness in hip-hop, and when that competitive spirit can turn destructive (39:38). Defcee speaks on how vital graffiti is to the overall hip-hop culture, and how he tried to approach We Dressed the City with Our Names (44:38). Defcee explains the influence of Backwoodz Studioz on his first album as a new signee of this groundbreaking label (51:05). Defcee details the significance of the Trapdoor album title, and the overall intention behind the record (56:37). Defcee reflects on the therapeutic nature of creating Trapdoor (1:01:36). Defcee speaks on the importance of teaching the youth, and drops knowledge of some of the ills afflicting the modern education system (1:06:00). Defcee gives his take on the complementary soundscape of Trapdoor, created by Messiah Musik, and why Messiah is such a great producer (1:19:03). Defcee gives props to Nick Arcade and August Fanon's amazing talents, and waxes poetic about Messiah Musik once again (1:24:49). Defcee gives a sneak peak to upcoming projects he has in store for us (1:29:03). Support Defcee's music here: https://defcee.bandcamp.com/ Follow Defcee on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/defcee?s=20 Follow Defcee on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/defcee/?hl=en -- Fiending for some more quality rap content? Visit the RMPP website: https://rmpp.squarespace.com/ Want to support and help us grow? Become a RMPP Patreon, and gain access to exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/therapmusicplugpodcast Looking to connect? DM me @rapmusicplugpod on Twitter and Instagram, or shoot me an email at qlctv.podcast@gmail.com
Video animation by: Big Flowers Intro/Outro beat by: BLOODBLIXING Beginning of Episode (0:49). The Backwoodz Studioz invaision continues in Episode 80, as we are joined by fiery lyricist, Curly Castro. Castro has been on a tremendous run in recent years, from his collaborative LP with PremRock, ShrapKnel, his scorching-hot feature on Armand Hammer's Haram, to his powerful Bobby Hutton-inspired record, Little Robert Hutton. Curly's perspective on how it feels being part of the impactful Backwoodz Studioz movement (2:26). Curly discusses how working with greats like ELUCID, Prem, woods, helps him hone his craft, and sets an unspoken standard of excellence (9:10). Exploring the crew dynamics of The Wrecking Crew (11:35). How the idea of ShrapKnel materialized (20:58). Castro speaks on his bold outspokenness in his music, and not being afraid to say how he feels (27:23). What Castro aimed to achieve with his Black Panther, Bobby Hutton-inspired album in Little Robert Hutton (31:46). The vision behind this boldly explosive sound for Little Robert Hutton (41:40). How Castro manages to weave in many guest verses into his lyrically-heavy albums (49:57). The inspiration behind the Call Out Culture podcast (56:52). Castro gives his take on the health of indie artist scene in our current music landscape (1:01:31). Curly's future plans (1:06:22). Support Curly Castro's music here: https://curlycastro.bandcamp.com/ Follow Curly Castro on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/curly_castro?lang=en Follow Curly Castro on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/curlycastro/?hl=en -- Fiending for some more quality rap content? Visit the RMPP website: https://rmpp.squarespace.com/ Want to support and help us grow? Become a RMPP Patreon, and gain access to exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/therapmusicplugpodcast Looking to connect? DM me @rapmusicplugpod on Twitter and Instagram, or shoot me an email at qlctv.podcast@gmail.com
My guest this week is Philadelphia rapper, writer, member of the Wrecking Crew, and co-host of the Callout Culture podcast Zilla Rocca. We spoke about The Green Knight, Marvel Comics, the birth of superhero movies, the differences between seeing a movie in theaters pre-New Millenium and now, his relationship with Dr. Dre's The Chronic, Wu-Tang Clan's Enter The 36 Chambers, and MF DOOM x Madlib's Madvillainy, his beginnings as a rapper, growing the Wrecking Crew brand through music and podcasting, and his latest album Vegas Vic.Vegas Vic is available everywhere music is sold, streamed, or stolen. Consider buying directly from Chong Wizard's Bandcamp here.Follow Zilla on Twitter and Instagram (@ZillaRocca) Follow Dylan "CineMasai" Green on Instagram (@cinemasai), Twitter (@CineMasai_), and Letterboxd (@CineMasai) Support the show (https://cash.app/$CineMasai)
Video animation by: Big Flowers Intro/Outro beat by: BLOODBLIXING Beginning of Episode (0:49). In a very special Episode 79, we host our first Backwoodz Studioz member, producer/engineer/mixer/masterer, sound mastermind Steel Tipped Dove. Dove is a phenomenal artist, who has graced the best works in hip-hop, from Haram and BRASS, to his own work in 2021's great Call Me When You're Here LP. De-mystifying what audio engineering, mixing, and mastering actually means (2:49). Steel Tipped Dove's views on the emergence of more care and attention being put on engineering and mixing in recent years (11:23). The role an audio engineer, mixer, or masterer, plays in the creative decisions of a record (14:58). How Dove's deep passion for music begin, and how his work evolved from beat-making to post-production work (19:30). How Dove initially linked up with Heems, Big Bay Gandhi, and Lakutis, which jumpstarted his career and garnered him an initial buzz (22:21). The importance that his home studio in Brooklyn played in Dove's career (25:06). The meaning behind the Steel Tipped Dove moniker (29:26). Steel Tipped Dove recounts how his relationship with Backwoodz Studioz first began (32:57). What about the Backwoodz Studioz camp inspires Dove (36:57). Dove explains the unique vision and structure behind his 2021 instrumental album, inside.outside.inside.outside (41:23). +57 The conception of Dove's new album, Call Me When You're Outside (49:36). Dove describes the sound that he attempted to create on his latest LP (54:16). What Dove looks for in potential collaborators (58:40). Why Dove is content with being in the background, and why he felt it was time to put out an album like Call Me When You're Outside (59:52). Dove's favourite record to be a part of (1:04:43). What Dove has in store in the near future (1:08:15). Support Steel Tipped Dove's music here: https://steeltippeddove.bandcamp.com/ Follow Steel Tipped Dove on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/steeltippeddove?s=20 Follow Steel Tipped Dove on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/steeltippeddove/ -- For artist development/writing services, DM me @rapmusicplugpod on Twitter and Instagram, or shoot me an email at qlctv.podcast@gmail.com Let's stay connected! Find me here: https://rmpp.squarespace.com/
Episode 28 features a sit-down with indie-rap elite, PremRock. We navigate the making of "Load Bearing Crow's Feet", his official debut on the ever-reliable Backwoodz Studioz label, and much more! Dig in
My guest this week is New York rapper and producer PremRock. We spoke about falling in love with horror movies during quarantine, writing screenplays, whether or not flashbacks in movies are tacky, his love for West Coast hip-hop, the importance of rap regionalism, his group the Wrecking Crew, his relationships with engineer Willie Green and rapper Curly Castro, and the creative process behind his latest album Load Bearing Crow's Feet, out now via Backwoodz Studioz.Load Bearing Crow's Feet is available wherever music is bought, streamed, or stolen. Consider purchasing it directly from Prem and Backwoodz Studioz via BandcampFollow PremRock on Instagram (@premrock) and Twitter (@PlanetPremRock)Follow Dylan "CineMasai" Green on Instagram (@cinemasai), Twitter (@CineMasai_), and Letterboxd (@CineMasai)Support the show (https://cash.app/$CineMasai)
It's our second-favorite show of the year: the best albums of the year so far. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot count down their favorite albums released so far in 2021. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lURecord a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs:Tony Allen, "Coonta Kinte (feat. Zelooperz)," There Is No End, Blue Note, 2021Dawn Richard, "Jacuzzi," Second Line, Merge, 2021Tony Allen, "Cosmosis (feat. Ben Okri & Skepta)," There Is No End, Blue Note, 2021Armand Hammer/The Alchemist, "Falling out the Sky (feat. Earl Sweatshirt)," Haram, Backwoodz Studioz, 2021Shame, "Nigel Hitter," Drunk Tank Pink, Dead Oceans, 2021Eleventh Dream Day, "Tyrian Purple," Since Grazed, Comedy Minus One, 2021Robert Finley, "Souled Out On You," Sharecropper's Son, Easy Eye Sound, 2021Tamar Aphek, "Russian Winter," All Bets Are Off, Kill Rock Stars, 2021Mdou Moctar, "Afrique Victime," Afrique Victime, Matador, 2021Dry Cleaning, "Unsmart Lady," New Long Leg, 4AD, 2021Art d'Ecco, "In Standard Definition," In Standard Definition, Paper Bag, 2021Tune-Yards, "hold yourself.," sketchy., 4AD, 2021Viagra Boys, "Into the Sun," Welfare Jazz, YEAR0001, 2021Goat Girls, "Sad Cowboy," On All Fours, Rough Trade, 2021La Femme, "Le jardin," Paradigmes, Disque Pointu, 2021Booker T. & The M.G.s, "Green Onions," Green Onions, Stax, 1962
Hey, Babes! What do we do when we cover South Korean horror? Call our good friend PremRock duh!! Topher and Prem sat down during a heat wave to chop it up about Na Hong-jin's near-perfect 2016 film 'The Wailing'. They're going in on oppressive regimes, how to use scores, and beat sampling. Might sound odd for a horror podcast, but that's how we do!! Check out PremRock's solo album, available June 25 (links below). FOOTNOTES: Bandcamp - https://planetpremrock.bandcamp.com/ Backwoodz Studioz - https://backwoodzstudioz.com/artists/premrock/ Apple Music - https://music.apple.com/us/album/premrock-willie-green/465938327
HISTOIRES DE #50 ... et la dernière ! Ca y est ! C'est le 50e et le dernier épisode de votre émission favorite ! Pour l'occasion, notre fine équipe s'est entouré.e.s des potes. Jacques (Carte Grise) nous a parlé des Bad Brains, Sylvain (d'Hémisphère Sound) est revenu sur l'album posthume de Tony Allen, Eliott (de Superyoyotte et son orchestre) a évoqué la puissance du maloya à travers Grèn Semé, Hugues a décrypté la dernière combinaison Armand Hammer et Alchemist et puis, Tom nous a aussi convaincu que l'album "Promises" de Pharoah Sanders est un opus à avoir dans sa playlist. Vous entendrez aussi des clins d'œil de Profeys, Di#se, Les Frères Smith, Lady B et Bouddha du groupe Cminaire. Merci ! En deuxième partie, on a prolongé l'émission avec André et Paul des Fonds de Tiroirs, vous savez "l'émission qui déterre des vieux machins". Avec eux, on est parti.e.s sur la route des émeutes de Détroit (été 1967) pour en comprendre comment elles ont influencé le paysage musical de Détroit ensuite. Une émission qu'on a préparé avec plaisir grâce aux fonds musicaux et archives de la Médiathèque Musicale de Paris. Cliquez là pour l'écouter ! La playlist complète de cette 50e est juste après ce texte ! Pour finir et clôturer cette dernière, on ne va pas faire de long discours (en fait si). On veut juste vous dire que depuis 2016, Histoires De vous conte et décrypte l'histoire des musiques noires et leurs influences sur les musiques d'aujourd'hui. Et que ça a été un kiffe de pouvoir partager tout cela avec vous. On espère que vous avez appris autant que nous nous en avons appris, que vous avez découvert des artistes autant que nous et que les épisodes d'Histoires De continueront d'être une petite pièce d'archives qui vous ont raconté l'histoire des musiques noires dans les années 2010. Merci aux artistes qui ont été nos invités et à leurs pépites musicales partagées. Merci à ceuxcelles (les copains, proches...) qui nous ont fait découvrir des titres tout au long de ces 5 saisons. Merci à nos partenaires qui ont parfois rythmé ces saisons (Le Tamanoir et le festival Africolor entre autres). Et aux attaché.e.s presse et labels. En un mot et du fond du cœur, merci :-o Signé l'équipe d'Histoires De (Martina, Rony, Jonathan et Mylène) s/o à Arthur, Landry et Yelena PLAYLIST dans l'ordre de diffusion Awori et Twani, Sawa (in Ranavalona, Galant Records, 2021) Profeys, Ciel (in 19h85, 2021) Di#se, Génie (in Parfum, Yotanka - Urban Pias, 2019) Dirtsa, Sic Parvis Magna, 2021) Tony Allen etNah Eoto, Mau Mau (in There is No End, Decca, 2021) Les Frères Smith, No waiting (in Mutation, 2020) Chronique d'Eliott Janon : Grèn Sémé et Gael Faye, Poussière (in Poussière, Lusafrica, 2019) Chronique d'Hugues Marly : Armand Hammer/Alchemist, (in Haram, Backwoodz Studioz, 2021) Chronique de Jacques Bouillié : Bad Brains, Sailin' On (in Bad Brains, Bad Brain Records, 1982) Chronique de Tom Nouvian : Pharoah Sanders et Floating Points, Movement I (in Promises, Luaka Bop, 2021) ARCHIVES Interview de Dirtsa dans l'émission #47 Extrait du freestyle live Bouddha Cminaire et Lady B dans l'émission #30 Extrait émission sur le New Jack Swing #35
Bloodmoney has lived several rap lives. He's moved met and linked up with some of the BEST talent in hip hop. His music booms and seethes with frustration. His taste lingers on the ill outsiders which has allowed him to review, seek out and befriend artists before they make a big name. Dan-O talks to him about iconic voices in the genre, the power of emotion in hip hop, #TheWatchers, and Backwoodz Studioz careful construction. He gets as excited talking about his work as he does Biggie, Scorcese Lorde Jones, Messiah Musik, or Skech185. Bloodmoney lives and breathes the music in a way that is truly intoxicating. Press play and prepare to take notes.
Looking for new music that's out of the mainstream? Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot uncover some buried treasures: recent releases that you need to hear! Plus we find out how SXSW moved their festival online this year. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3rozD7uBecome a member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/36zIhZK Record a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2PaahgL Featured Songs:Erika De Casier, "Drama," Drama (Single), 4AD, 2021Silver Synthetic, "In the Beginning," Silver Synthetic, Third Man, 2021Buggy Jive, "Ain't Going Anywhere," Ain't Going Anywhere, Bryan Paul Thomas, 2020Yo Kinky, "Wire," Yo Kinky, I Don't Like, 2021The Lungs, "Vizitant," Psychic Tombs, Dune Alter, 2020Samia, "Fit N Full," The Baby, Grand Jury Music, 2020tiger lili, "lightning," lightning (Single), Mom+Pop, 2020Reverend Mother, "Let It Live (Fuzz Cover)," Let It Live (Fuzz Cover) (Single), Domino, 2021Marie-Clo, "At Ease," Shell(e), self-released, 2020Armand Hammer & The Alchemist, "Falling out the Sky (feat. Earl Sweatshirt)," Haram, Backwoodz Studioz, 2021Fire Ex., "Stand up Like a Taiwanese (Live)," Unsung Heroes, Space Shower, 2020Trupa Trupa, "Dream About," Of The Sun, Glitterbeat, 2019
For our third episode, Reel Notes welcomes rappers billy woods and Elucid, also known as the duo Armand Hammer. We talk about woods's childhood memories of watching American cinema while living in Zimbabwe; Elucid's affinity for short stories; some pretty damn hot takes on the work of the late John Singleton; the abstract magic of Ghostface Killah; and the creative process behind their latest album HARAM, produced entirely by The Alchemist.HARAM is available wherever music is sold, streamed, or stolen. Consider purchasing directly from Backwoodz Studioz via BandcampFollow billy woods's label Backwoodz Studioz on Twitter (@BackwoodzHipHop) & Instagram (@backwoodzstudioz) Follow Elucid on Twitter (@elucidwho) and Instagram (@cobratoof) Follow Alchemist on Twitter (@Alchemist) and Instagram (@alanthechemist) Follow Dylan "CineMasai" Green on Instagram (@cinemasai), Twitter (@CineMasai_), and Letterboxd (@CineMasai)Support the show (https://cash.app/$CineMasai)
Premiere Episode of our new show from the makers of Race & Wealth!Dedrick and Dyalekt welcome new co-host CFP and finance educator Pamela Capalad. The untractable trio tackle the reciprocal relationship between culture and the racial wealth divide. In this episode they discuss the legacy of Nipsey Hussel, and the age old question: What about White People? Recorded at Backwoodz Studioz. Beats by euphAm & domer. "Preach to the Choir" theme by Dyalekt & Cherrye J Davis.B/W "I See White People" by MC Friendlyhttps://yhsrecords.bandcamp.com/track/i-see-white-peopleNCRC.org @dedrickmBrunchandBudget.com @brunchandbudgetdyalekt.com @dyalektrapsBackwoodzstudioz.com @BackwoodzHipHop
This episode is all about hip hop. Paul Womack, AKA Willie Green, is a New York-based hip hop producer specializing in "art-rap." He produces extremely imaginative, groundbreaking beats for hip hop and pop artists who are not afraid to break the rules and sound completely different. Operating out of his studio in Brooklyn, he works with a roster of super creative and outspoken artists like Quelle Chris, Premrock, Billy Woods, Henry Canyon, EllaMaeFlossy and many others under the label Backwoodz Studioz. We talked about good versus shitty sampling, the difference between studied and naive creativity, drumming with Uncle Dave, the hypocrisy of self-hating immigrants, armchair A&R, and a lot more. Sponsor: Static Electricity. Opening music: "Merchandise" by Fugazi, performed by Pierre de Gaillande with James Fletcher, drums. Songs: "Resurrection Day (Instrumental)" from Doc Savage (Instrumental Version,) "No VIP ft. Corina Corina & iLLspokinn" from We Live in the Future, "Fasho Fasho! ft. PremRock" from We Live in the Future, "Jesus Loves Me" by Premrock, "Stingray" by Junclassic, "The Feathered Octopus ft. ELUCID & Open Mike Eagle" from Doc Savage, "Rent Control" by Super Chron Flight Brothers, "Everything's Fine Intro" by Jean Grae & Quelle Chris, "The Man of Bronze ft. Henry Canyons, Googie & Amy Leigh Richards" from Doc Savage, "Ebony Stoned" by EllaMaeFlossie, "The Wake" by Billy Woods. williegreenmusic.com backwoodzstudioz.com
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