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Spencer Burton discusses his lovely new album, North Wind, farming and regenerative agriculture, escapism and writing songs in a remote cabin, family ties, the pace of life, pondering cultural work, making records with Nashville-based producer Andrija Tokic, a dental emergency and a beautiful live take, Clint Black and The Larry Sanders Show, writing the children's album/book The Mountain Man, three Ontario shows, tour, other future plans and much more.Support vish on Patreon! Thanks to Pizza Trokadero, the Bookshelf, Planet Bean Coffee, and Grandad's Donuts. Support Y.E.S.S. and Black Women United YEG. Follow vish online.Related episodes/links:We The Children - Healthier Dirt, Healthier People: Digging into Sustainable Agriculture with Gabe BrownEp. #842: Daniel Romano's OutfitEp. #619: Spencer BurtonEp. #518: Robin Hatch, Ian Daniel Kehoe, Boosie Fade's Jordan Sowunmi, James Rathbone on Long Night!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/kreative-kontrol. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In our first episode of the new and improved Pirate Radio, we meet Social Strategy Director Jordan Sowunmi, as he takes us through his journey from music journalism and collaborating with the Toronto International Film Festival, to working at TikTok and agency life.Buy tickets to his upcoming event (featuring Chiat's own Olivia Gormley) on Eventbrite today!This episode is hosted by Tori Bowser, Carlin Dixon, Jexy Holman & Nuno Teixeira. Producer: Matt DePaolaAudio Engineers: Juan Torres & Aaron JaffePost Producers: Jasmine Medina & Pietra Cangialosi
This week, James and Jordan wind down the current season of Catch Up by taking your mailbag questions. Has Nicki Minaj become underrated? What happened to Lupe? What is the greatest leaked track ever? Answers to all these and much more! Catch Up is hosted by Jordan Sowunmi and James Rathbone, and is produced by Kyle Fulton. Research for this episode was provided by Corey Chaltas. Our music is by Kaleb. Make sure to follow Catch Up on Instagram, and feel free to get in touch with us at catchuppodTO@gmail.com. This episode was made possible by our generous Patreon contributors. To find out more about how you can support the podcast please visit our Patreon Page.
In a very special crossover episode, Dan and Aidan are joined by James Rathbone and Jordan Sowunmi, the hosts of Catch up, a fantastic podcast about hip hop. Fittingly, they discuss The Mayor, a 2017 ABC comedy about a young rapper who haphazardly becomes the mayor of his hometown. Also mentioned: the pros and cons of holograms, bizarre rap appearances on The View, and the recipe for strong hip hop television.
This week on Catch Up, James and Jordan talk about one of the most consistently exciting artists working in hip hop, Playboi Carti. The two look back on how Carti first came on their radar, the impact of his incredible eponymous debut mixtape, and his outstanding new studio album ‘Whole Lotta Red’. They also answer listener-submitted questions about Funkmaster Flex and Brockhampton. Catch Up is hosted by Jordan Sowunmi and James Rathbone, and is produced by Kyle Fulton. Research for this episode was provided by Corey Chaltas. Our music is by Kaleb. Make sure to follow Catch Up on Instagram, and feel free to get in touch with us at catchuppodTO@gmail.com. This episode was made possible by our generous Patreon contributors. To find out more about how you can support the podcast please visit our Patreon Page.
This week on Catch Up, James and Jordan discuss one of the most exciting rappers currently working, Rico Nasty. The two talk about the artist’s early days in Maryland, her breakout series of mixtapes, and her superb debut studio album ‘Nightmare Vacation’, which came out in December. They also answer listener questions concerning Lauryn Hill and Jay-Z. Catch Up is hosted by Jordan Sowunmi and James Rathbone, and is produced by Kyle Fulton. Research for this episode was provided by Corey Chaltas. Our music is by Kaleb. Make sure to follow Catch Up on Instagram, and feel free to get in touch with us at catchuppodTO@gmail.com. This episode was made possible by our generous Patreon contributors. To find out more about how you can support the podcast please visit our Patreon Page.
This week on Catch Up, James and Jordan go deep on the career of a beloved, but often polarizing artist, Kid Cudi. The two discuss Cudi’s origins, his influence on contemporary music, his work with Kanye West, his excellent 2009 album ‘Man On The Moon’, and the ups and downs of his career since that point, including the release of his latest LP ‘Man On The Moon III: The Chosen’. Catch Up is hosted by Jordan Sowunmi and James Rathbone, and is produced by Kyle Fulton. Research for this episode was provided by Corey Chaltas. Our music is by Kaleb. Make sure to follow Catch Up on Instagram, and feel free to get in touch with us at catchuppodTO@gmail.com. This episode was made possible by our generous Patreon contributors. To find out more about how you can support the podcast please visit our Patreon Page.
This week, on the second part of our 2020 wrap-up, James and Jordan discuss some more of their favourite music from this year including Rico Nasty (1:00), Tobe Nwigwe (6:20), Lil Durk (8:35), Russ (12:30), Headie One (16:00), Starlito (25:00), DijahSB (27:30), Dutchavelli (29:15), Brent Faiyaz (32:15) and more! Catch Up is hosted by Jordan Sowunmi and James Rathbone, and is produced by Kyle Fulton. Research for this episode was provided by Corey Chaltas. Our music is by Kaleb. Make sure to follow Catch Up on Instagram, and feel free to get in touch with us at catchuppodTO@gmail.com. This episode was made possible by our generous Patreon contributors. To find out more about how you can support the podcast please visit our Patreon Page.
This week, on the first of a two-part 2020 wrap-up, James and Jordan discuss some of their favorite music of the year including work by Lil Uzi Vert (6:45), Zsela (16:20), Teezo Touchdown (19:00), and the Griselda Records Collective (23:15). Catch Up is hosted by Jordan Sowunmi and James Rathbone, and is produced by Kyle Fulton. Research for this episode was provided by Corey Chaltas. Our music is by Kaleb. Make sure to follow Catch Up on Instagram, and feel free to get in touch with us at catchuppodTO@gmail.com. This episode was made possible by our generous Patreon contributors. To find out more about how you can support the podcast please visit our Patreon Page.
This week on Catch Up, James and Jordan answer an assortment of great questions submitted by listeners. The two cover oversaturation in the rap genre, Lil Baby’s historic 2020 run, where ‘The Story of Adidon’ ranks amongst the all-time great diss tracks, the enablement of problematic rappers, and much more. Catch Up is hosted by Jordan Sowunmi and James Rathbone, and is produced by Kyle Fulton. Research for this episode was provided by Corey Chaltas. Our music is by Kaleb. Make sure to follow Catch Up on Instagram, and feel free to get in touch with us at catchuppodTO@gmail.com. This episode was made possible by our generous Patreon contributors. To find out more about how you can support the podcast please visit our Patreon Page.
This week on Catch Up, James and Jordan give a comprehensive breakdown of the epic Gucci Mane vs. Jeezy 'Verzuz' Battle. They then discuss Megan Thee Stallion's bittersweet 2020 and give their thoughts on her debut studio album ‘Good News.' Catch Up is hosted by Jordan Sowunmi and James Rathbone, and is produced by Kyle Fulton. Research for this episode was provided by Corey Chaltas. Our music is by Kaleb. Make sure to follow Catch Up on Instagram, and feel free to get in touch with us at catchuppodTO@gmail.com.
This week on Catch Up, James and Jordan give their opinions on one of 2020s most divisive artists, Louisville rapper Jack Harlow. They also discuss the wildly talented Flo Milli and her impressive debut mixtape ‘Ho, Why Is You Here’? Catch Up is hosted by Jordan Sowunmi and James Rathbone, and is produced by Kyle Fulton. Research for this episode was provided by Corey Chaltas. Our music is by Kaleb. Make sure to follow Catch Up on Instagram, and feel free to get in touch with us at catchuppodTO@gmail.com.
This week on Catch Up, James and Jordan talk about the number of high profile rappers who supported Trump in the last election, from Lil Wayne to Lil Pump. They also discuss the untimely death of Chicago drill rapper King Von, and breakdown what Mod Club meant to Toronto’s music scene. Catch Up is hosted by Jordan Sowunmi and James Rathbone, and is produced by Kyle Fulton. Research for this episode was provided by Corey Chaltas. Make sure to follow Catch Up on Instagram, and feel free to get in touch with us at catchuppodTO@gmail.com.
This week, James and Jordan are back from a long break to sit down and chat with two pillars of the Toronto Hip Hop scene, Brittany “Exmiranda” Manu and Dijah SB. The episode is produced in partnership with Myseum of Toronto’s ‘Intersections Festival: Women in Hip Hop’, an upcoming panel discussion aimed at challenging the traditional role of Black women within the male-dominated space of hip hop while exploring the intersecting experiences of race, sexuality, ability and gender. The “Quarantine Edition” of the Intersections Festival will take place Thursday, June 25th from 2:00 PM – 3:15 PM EDT, and will include a Zoom panel discussion featuring Dijah SB, Keysha Freshh and Tracey Kayy, and moderated by Brittany “Exmiranda” Manu. Register today! Catch Up is hosted by Jordan Sowunmi and James Rathbone, and is produced by Kyle Fulton. Make sure to follow Catch Up on Instagram, and feel free to get in touch with us at catchuppodTO@gmail.com.
This week on Catch Up, James and Jordan discuss the short but remarkable career of Pop Smoke, the NYC rapper who tragically lost his life last week. Catch Up is hosted by Jordan Sowunmi and James Rathbone, and is produced by Kyle Fulton. Research for this episode was provided by Corey Chaltas. Make sure to follow Catch Up on Instagram, and feel free to get in touch with us at catchuppodTO@gmail.com.
This episode of Long Night with Vish Khanna was recorded before a live studio audience at the Gladstone Hotel in Toronto, Ontario during Long Winter on Saturday January 11, 2020. Our guests were keyboard virtuoso Robin Hatch, multi-instrumentalist poet Ian Daniel Kehoe, and Jordan Sowunmi and James Rathbone of Toronto's hip-hop party enterprise, Boosie Fade. With the Khanna Family Singers. Recorded by Dave MacKinnon. Produced by Vish Khanna and Long Winter. Photos by Shane Parent. Sponsored by Pizza Trokadero, the Bookshelf, Planet Bean Coffee, and Grandad's Donuts.
On the final Catch Up of the decade, James and Jordan reflect on the artists, albums and songs, that made the 2010s perhaps the strongest decade in the history of Rap and R&B. Catch Up is hosted by Jordan Sowunmi and James Rathbone, and is produced by Kyle Fulton. Research for this episode was provided by Corey Chaltas. Make sure to follow Catch Up on Instagram, and feel free to get in touch with us at catchuppodTO@gmail.com. This episode was made possible by our generous Patreon contributors. To find out more about how you can support the podcast please visit our Patreon Page.
This week on Catch Up, James and Jordan list their top five albums of the year (spoiler, they have the same #1) as well as their top five singles. Catch Up is hosted by Jordan Sowunmi and James Rathbone, and is produced by Kyle Fulton. Research for this episode was provided by Corey Chaltas. Make sure to follow Catch Up on Instagram, and feel free to get in touch with us at catchuppodTO@gmail.com.
This week on Catch Up, James and Jordan sit down with one of Toronto’s most exciting young talents, Swagger Rite. The three talk about Swagger’s early days growing up at Jane and Weston, his breakthrough single ‘In Love with the K’ ft. BlocBoy JB, how getting signed to a label changed his trajectory, and his new project ‘The Swagged Out Pedestrian’, which is out this Friday. Catch Up is hosted by Jordan Sowunmi and James Rathbone, and is produced by Kyle Fulton. Research for this episode was provided by Corey Chaltas. Make sure to follow Catch Up on Instagram, and feel free to get in touch with us at catchuppodTO@gmail.com. This episode was made possible by our generous Patreon contributors. To find out more about how you can support the podcast please visit our Patreon Page.
This week on Catch Up, James and Jordan discuss the career of one of this decade's most talented rappers, Danny Brown. The two talk about Brown’s long road to success, his brilliant sophomore album ‘XXX’, and his somewhat disappointing new LP, ‘U Know What I'm Sayin?’. Oh, and Jordan tells the story of the time he got punched at a Danny Brown / Action Bronson Show. Catch Up is hosted by Jordan Sowunmi and James Rathbone, and is produced by Kyle Fulton. Research for this episode was provided by Corey Chaltas. Make sure to follow Catch Up on Instagram, and feel free to get in touch with us at catchuppodTO@gmail.com. This episode was made possible by our generous Patreon contributors. To find out more about how you can support the podcast please visit our Patreon Page.
This week on Catch Up, James and Jordan break down Kanye West’s bold new album ‘Jesus is King’. The two talk about Kanye abandoning ‘Yandhi’, the start of Sunday Service, his revealing interview with Zane Lowe, and finally give their thoughts on his polarizing new LP. Catch Up is hosted by Jordan Sowunmi and James Rathbone, and is produced by Kyle Fulton. Research for this episode was provided by Corey Chaltas. Make sure to follow Catch Up on Instagram, and feel free to get in touch with us at catchuppodTO@gmail.com. This episode was made possible by our generous Patreon contributors. To find out more about how you can support the podcast please visit our Patreon Page.
This week, on a very special LIVE episode of Catch Up, James and Jordan sit down with hip-hop blogger, personality, provocateur, and some might say "troll," DJ Akademiks. The three discuss Akademiks's rise from campus DJ to YouTube star, the controversy surrounding ‘The War in Chiraq’, his path to Complex's 'Everyday Struggle,' his feud with Vic Mensa, the BET Awards incident with Migos, and his relationships with Tekashi 6ix9ine and Joe Budden. Catch Up is hosted by Jordan Sowunmi and James Rathbone, and is produced by Kyle Fulton. This episode was recorded live from the Rec Room in Toronto. Research for this episode was provided by Corey Chaltas. Make sure to follow Catch Up on Instagram, and feel free to get in touch with us at catchuppodTO@gmail.com. This episode was made possible by our generous Patreon contributors. To find out more about how you can support the podcast please visit our Patreon Page.
This week on Catch Up, Jordan and guest host Kyle Fulton discusses the meteoric rise of one of 2019’s biggest breakout stars, Da Baby. The two discuss Da Baby’s prolific mixtape career, his frequent run-ins with the law, his talent as a featured artist, and his latest album ‘Kirk’. Catch Up is hosted by Jordan Sowunmi and James Rathbone, and is produced by Kyle Fulton. Research for this episode was provided by Corey Chaltas. Make sure to follow Catch Up on Instagram, and feel free to get in touch with us at catchuppodTO@gmail.com. This episode was made possible by our generous Patreon contributors. To find out more about how you can support the podcast please visit our Patreon Page.
On a very special 50th episode of Catch Up, James and Jordan decide it’s finally time that they interview each other about their respective relationships to hip hop. The two reminisce about their first CDs, life-changing concerts, most obsessed over LP’s, and their favorite songs to DJ. Catch Up is hosted by Jordan Sowunmi and James Rathbone, and is produced by Kyle Fulton. Make sure to follow Catch Up on Instagram, and feel free to get in touch with us at catchuppodTO@gmail.com. This episode was made possible by our generous Patreon contributors. To find out more about how you can support the podcast please visit our Patreon Page.
This week on Catch Up, James and Jordan take a look at the career of a wildly talented yet maddeningly inconsistent rap star, Nicki Minaj. The two talk about Minaj’s early days as a member of the HoodStars, her breakthrough as a part of Young Money, her incredible track record as a featured artist, and her uneven collection of studio albums. Catch Up is hosted by Jordan Sowunmi and James Rathbone, and is produced by Kyle Fulton. Research for this episode was provided by Corey Chaltas. Make sure to follow Catch Up on Instagram, and feel free to get in touch with us at catchuppodTO@gmail.com. This episode was made possible by our generous Patreon contributors. To find out more about how you can support the podcast please visit our Patreon Page.
This on Catch Up, James and Jordan talk about one of the most influential and unique rappers of the decade, Young Thug. The two discuss Thugger’s great early releases like ‘I Came From Nothing 2’ and ‘1017 Thug’, his collaborations with Rich Homie Quan, Gucci Mane and, Kanye West, his classic mixtapes ‘Jeffery’ and ‘I’m Up’, and his expectation shattering studio debut ‘So Much Fun’. Catch Up is hosted by Jordan Sowunmi and James Rathbone, and is produced by Kyle Fulton. Research for this episode was provided by Corey Chaltas. Make sure to follow Catch Up on Instagram, and feel free to get in touch with us at catchuppodTO@gmail.com. This episode was made possible by our generous Patreon contributors. To find out more about how you can support the podcast please visit our Patreon Page.
This week on the Season 2 premiere of Catch Up, James and Jordan talk about the increasing critical backlash to one of rap’s biggest stars, Chance the Rapper. The two discuss Chance’s early masterpiece ‘Acid Rap’, his cultural ascendance following the release of ‘Coloring Book’, and the lukewarm reception to his debut album ‘The Big Day’. Catch Up is hosted by Jordan Sowunmi and James Rathbone, and is produced by Kyle Fulton. Research for this episode was provided by Corey Chaltas. Make sure to follow Catch Up on Instagram, and feel free to get in touch with us at catchuppodTO@gmail.com. This episode was made possible by our generous Patreon contributors. To find out more about how you can support the podcast please visit our Patreon Page.
It’s that time of the year again! This week on Catch Up, James and Jordan do their annual analysis of the XXL Freshman Class, diving deep on artists like Tierra Whack, Roddy Ricch, Gunna, Rico Nasty and many others. They also discuss why this year’s list has the potential to be the best ever, and, of course, highlight a few notable omissions. Catch Up is hosted by Jordan Sowunmi and James Rathbone, and is produced by Kyle Fulton. Make sure to follow Catch Up on Instagram, and feel free to get in touch with us at catchuppodTO@gmail.com. This episode was made possible by our generous Patreon contributors. To find out more about how you can support the podcast please visit our Patreon Page.
This week on Catch Up, James and Jordan highlight a few 2019 artists, songs, and albums that may have initially been off their radar, but are very deserving of some recognition. The pair discuss Chicago rapper/singer Dreezy and her outstanding sophomore album ‘Big Dreeze’, Pop Smoke’s new single ‘Welcome to the Party’, Toronto artist SAFE’s debut album ‘Stay’, and Young Nudy and Pi'erre Bourne’s strong new mixtape ‘Sli'merre’. Catch Up is hosted by Jordan Sowunmi and James Rathbone, and is produced by Kyle Fulton. Make sure to follow Catch Up on Instagram, and feel free to get in touch with us at catchuppodTO@gmail.com. This episode is made possible by our sponsor Native Instruments, who are offering our listeners 25% off of Traktor Pro 3. Go to native-instruments.com and enter the promo code 'catchup' at check-out to get the discount added to your purchase. To find out more about how you can support the podcast please visit our Patreon Page.
This week on Catch Up, James and Jordan discuss the careers of two rappers who have risen from underground rap communities to achieve mainstream success, Denzel Curry and Skepta. The pair first discuss Curry, starting with his early days as a part of the Florida supergroup Raider Klan, his underrated debut ‘Nostalgic 64’, and his excellent new studio album ‘Zuu’. The pair then turn their attention to Skepta, talking about his place in London’s grime scene, his collaborations with Drake, his Mercury Prize-winning record ‘Konnichiwa’, and his long-awaited follow-up, ‘Ignorance Is Bliss’. Catch Up is hosted by Jordan Sowunmi and James Rathbone, and is produced by Kyle Fulton. Make sure to follow Catch Up on Instagram, and feel free to get in touch with us at catchuppodTO@gmail.com. This episode is made possible by our sponsor Native Instruments, who are offering our listeners 25% off of Traktor Pro 3. Go to native-instruments.com and enter the promo code 'catchup' at check-out to get the discount added to your purchase. To find out more about how you can support the podcast please visit our Patreon Page.
This week on Catch Up, James and Jordan do a deep dive on one of hip hop’s most talented, yet divisive figures, Tyler, The Creator. The two discuss Tyler’s early days as the mastermind of Odd Future, his breakthrough album Goblin, his relationships with artists like Earl Sweatshirt and Frank Ocean, his legion of devoted fans, and his excellent new LP, ‘Igor’. Catch Up is hosted by Jordan Sowunmi and James Rathbone, and is produced by Kyle Fulton. Make sure to follow Catch Up on Instagram, and feel free to get in touch with us at catchuppodTO@gmail.com. This episode is made possible by our sponsor Native Instruments, who are offering our listeners 25% off of Traktor Pro 3. Go to native-instruments.com and enter the promo code 'catchup' at check-out to get the discount added to your purchase. To find out more about how you can support the podcast please visit our Patreon Page.
This week on Catch Up, James and Jordan discuss the rise of one of 2019’s biggest breakout stars, Houston rapper Megan Thee Stallion. The two talk about Megan’s place within Houston’s larger hip hop tradition, her electrifying freestyle performances, her breakthrough EP ‘Tina Snow’, and her excellent debut album ‘Fever’. Catch Up is hosted by Jordan Sowunmi and James Rathbone, and is produced by Kyle Fulton. Make sure to follow Catch Up on Instagram, and feel free to get in touch with us at catchuppodTO@gmail.com. This episode is made possible by Native Instruments, PG Clucks, as well as our Patreon contributors. To find out more about how you can support the podcast please visit our Patreon Page.
This week on Catch Up, in the second of a two-part series on underrated rap beefs of the 2000s, James and Jordan focus in on perhaps one of the greatest beef artists of all time, Harlem rapper and Dipset Record founder, Cam’ron. The pair break down some of Killa Cam’s most legendary feuds: from Jay-Z, to 50 Cent, to yes, even Bill O'Reilly. Catch Up is hosted by Jordan Sowunmi and James Rathbone, and is produced by Kyle Fulton. Make sure to follow Catch Up on Instagram, and feel free to get in touch with us at catchuppodTO@gmail.com. Please support Catch Up by visiting our Patreon Page.
This week on Catch Up, in the first of two parts, James and Jordan highlight a few of their absolute favourite rap beefs from this century. The two spend the episode’s first half breaking down the epic beef between Atlanta rappers Gucci Mane and Young Jeezy, and then turn their attention to the short but noteworthy battle between T.I. and Lil Flip over the claim to the title “King of the South”. Catch Up is hosted by Jordan Sowunmi and James Rathbone, and is produced by Kyle Fulton. Make sure to follow Catch Up on Instagram, and feel free to get in touch with us at catchuppodTO@gmail.com. Please support Catch Up by visiting our Patreon Page.
This week on Catch Up, James and Jordan discuss the legacy of one of hip-hop’s most iconic and polarizing figures, Eminem. Following years of disappointing releases, it’s become easy to forget that in the early 2000’s Eminem was not only the most critically and commercially acclaimed rapper working, but was also considered by many to be one of the best rappers of all time. The two talk about Eminem’s journey from battle rapper to MTV icon, the critical reevaluation of his lyrical content, his landmark album ‘The Marshall Mathers LP’, and his influence on today’s generation of A-list rappers like Tyler the Creator and Kendrick Lamar. Catch Up is hosted by Jordan Sowunmi and James Rathbone, and is produced by Kyle Fulton. Make sure to follow Catch Up on Instagram, and feel free to get in touch with us at catchuppodTO@gmail.com. Please support Catch Up by visiting our Patreon Page.
This week on Catch Up, James and Jordan do a deep dive on Beyoncé’s already classic concert film and live album, ‘Homecoming’. The two discuss the story behind the historic performance, why Coachella was the right venue, the career-spanning setlist, the select guest performers, and why you don’t have to be part of the BeyHive to appreciate this incredible work of art. Catch Up is hosted by Jordan Sowunmi and James Rathbone, and is produced by Kyle Fulton. Make sure to follow Catch Up on Instagram, and feel free to get in touch with us at catchuppodTO@gmail.com. Please support Catch Up by visiting our Patreon Page.
This week on Catch Up, James and Jordan do a deep dive on one this era’s most talented young artists, Lil Uzi Vert. The two discuss Uzi’s early career in Philadelphia, his breakthrough ‘Luv is Rage’, his outstanding mixtape ‘Lil Uzi Vert vs. the World’, his collaborations with artists like Migos, Playboi Carti, and Travis Scott, and what to expect from his long-delayed sophomore album ‘Eternal Atake’. Catch Up is hosted by Jordan Sowunmi and James Rathbone, and is produced by Kyle Fulton. Make sure to follow Catch Up on Instagram, and feel free to get in touch with us at catchuppodTO@gmail.com.
This week on Catch Up, inspired by the wild success of Lil Nas X’s ‘Old Town Road’, James and Jordan investigate the “yeehaw agenda” and look back on the history of “country-rap”. The two discuss the ‘Old Town Road’ Billboard controversy, and then dive deep on country-rap canon, including notable songs from Bone Thugs-N-Harmony, Nelly, Bubba Sparxxx, Outkast, Young Thug, and more. Catch Up is hosted by Jordan Sowunmi and James Rathbone, and is produced by Kyle Fulton. Make sure to follow Catch Up on Instagram, and feel free to get in touch with us at catchuppodTO@gmail.com.
This week on Catch Up, James and Jordan pay tribute to the legendary rapper, entrepreneur and community activist Nipsey Hussle, who tragically passed away last week. The two discuss Nipsey’s innovative career, his work with artists like Rick Ross, YG and Kendrick Lamar, and the collective grief in the hip-hop community following his murder. Catch Up is hosted by Jordan Sowunmi and James Rathbone, and is produced by Kyle Fulton. Make sure to follow Catch Up on Instagram, and feel free to get in touch with us at catchuppodTO@gmail.com.
This week on Catch Up James and Jordan answer more of your questions including: Who’s the most exciting Toronto artist right now? What is Jay Electronica’s legacy? Who’s a big rapper you could never get into? and many more. Catch Up is hosted by Jordan Sowunmi and James Rathbone, and is produced by Kyle Fulton. Make sure to follow Catch Up on Instagram, and feel free to get in touch with us at catchuppodTO@gmail.com.
This week on Catch Up James and Jordan answer listener mailbag questions including: What’s the deal with Russ? Who’s had the best career rebrand? What’s the next big trend in rap? and many more. Catch Up is hosted by Jordan Sowunmi and James Rathbone, and is produced by Kyle Fulton. Make sure to follow Catch Up on Instagram, and feel free to get in touch with us at catchuppodTO@gmail.com.
This week on Catch Up, James and Jordan discuss one of the more influential, but also underappreciated artists of this century, T-Pain. The two talk about the origins of auto-tune, T-pain’s legacy as a pioneering user of the technology, his impressive track record as a featured artist, his overt influence on artists like Kanye West, Future, and Young Thug, and finally, his latest studio album ‘1UP’. Catch Up is hosted by Jordan Sowunmi and James Rathbone, and is produced by Kyle Fulton. Make sure to follow Catch Up on Instagram, and feel free to get in touch with us at catchuppodTO@gmail.com.
This week on Catch Up, James and Jordan discuss one of this generation’s greatest musical talents, Solange Knowles. The two trace Solange’s career starting with her early days in the music business, her artistic breakthrough ‘True’, her masterpiece ‘A Seat at the Table’, and finally her excellent new album ‘When I Get Home’. Catch Up is hosted by Jordan Sowunmi and James Rathbone, and is produced by Kyle Fulton. Make sure to follow Catch Up on Instagram, and feel free to get in touch with us at catchuppodTO@gmail.com.
This week on Catch Up, James and Jordan look at the abrupt rise and fall of one of the more polarizing musical genres in recent memory, SoundCloud Rap. The two examine the origins of SoundCloud rap, question why so many of the genre’s stars have met tragic ends, and finally spend some time discussing one of SoundCloud rap’s most controversial stars, Lil Pump, whose sophomore album ‘Harverd Dropout’ is out now. Catch Up is hosted by Jordan Sowunmi and James Rathbone, and is produced by Kyle Fulton. Make sure to follow Catch Up on Instagram, and feel free to get in touch with us at catchuppodTO@gmail.com.
This week on Catch Up, inspired by Drake’s recent decision to re-release his breakout mixtape ‘So Far Gone’ onto streaming services, James and Jordan point to other classic mixtapes that deserve similar treatment, rather than risk being forgotten in the age of Spotify and Apple Music. The pair advocate for landmark mixtapes like Lil Wayne’s ‘Da Drought 3’, Rick Ross’ ‘Rich Forever’, and Chance the Rapper’s ‘Acid Rap’, among others. Catch Up is hosted by Jordan Sowunmi and James Rathbone, and is produced by Kyle Fulton. Make sure to follow Catch Up on Instagram, and feel free to get in touch with us at catchuppodTO@gmail.com.
This week on Catch Up, James and Jordan discuss the history and music of one of this decade’s most innovative and consistently excellent hip-hop labels, Top Dawg Entertainment (TDE). The pair talk about the label’s early days, how they’re founder Anthony "Top Dawg" Tiffith discovered and nurtured the label’s young artists during the Black Hippy era, and what makes TDE so special compared to other hip-hop labels. They also breakdown landmark albums from the label’s already legendary catalogue including ScHoolBoy Q’s ‘Habits & Contradictions’, Kendrick Lamar’s ‘To Pimp A Butterfly’, SZA’s ‘Ctrl’, and many more. Catch Up is hosted by Jordan Sowunmi and James Rathbone, and is produced by Kyle Fulton. Make sure to follow Catch Up on Instagram, and feel free to get in touch with us at catchuppodTO@gmail.com.
DO YOU SMELL WHAT THE ROCK IS COOKING? This is a great question independently, but it is even better when writer, comedian, DJ, and co-creator of Toronto's Boosie Fade Jordan Sowunmi uses it in conversation with Anne about his love of WWF. Join them as they discuss The Rock, Steve Austin, the merits of wrestling and also the downfalls. Plus, obviously (very obviously) much, much more. IT DOESN'T MATTER. Just kidding, it does. You can follow Jordan on Twitter and Instagram.
Chatelaine senior writer Sarah Boesveld and writer/comedian Jordan Sowunmi are here to dive into nostalgia for classic Canadian TV and why there are so few great Canadian shows being made today. Then the panelists puzzle over how Blake Shelton became People magazine's "Sexiest Man Alive" and whether country music is actually any good. Follow Sarah on Twitter: @SarahBoesveld Follow Jordan on Twitter: @jordanisjoso