Podcast appearances and mentions of shawn setaro

Secret Skin ® – Infinite Guest Podcast Network

Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2023 16:17

Full episode: https://bit.ly/3GDzp7X Time to dip into that monumental MF DOOM catalogue, with a look at his classic cut with Madlib - All Caps (off of the classic Madvillainy album)

Component System Context with Shawn Setaro pt 2

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2022 66:58

in this episode Open Mike Eagle continues his conversation with Complex's Shawn Setaro unpacking OME's new album Component System with the Auto Reverse. This week they go through the album discussing lyrics, collaborators and more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

system complex context component open mike eagle ome shawn setaro

Context of a Component System with Shawn Setaro pt. 1

Secret Skin ® – Infinite Guest Podcast Network

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2022 26:58

in advance of the release of his new album Component System with the Auto Reverse, OME sits down with Complex's Shawn Setaro to discuss the story of the album and an analysis of many of the tracks. In part 1 we find out what OME's life has been like since his last release and his intentions and influences on the new project out 10/7/22 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

system complex context component ome shawn setaro

Senior Writer at Complex & Former Editor In Chief at Genius.com — Shawn Setaro

Connection is Magic

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2022 50:42

Shawn Setaro (Twitter: @sameoldshawn) is a writer and reporter for podcasts at Complex. Throughout his prolific career he has written for The Atlantic, Vibe, The Source, GQ, Forbes, the Sondheim Review, and many more outlets. He was formerly, the Editor-in-Chief of Genius.com. He was the writer and reporter on Spotify x Complex podcasts…. Infamous: The Tekashi 6ix9ine Story, narrated by NYC radio legend Angie Martinez; a second season of Infamous about Florida rapper YNW Melly; and Complex Subject: Pop Smoke, a biographical series about the late Brooklyn rap star. Shawn created and hosted The Cipher, a podcast that featured interviews with over 200 legendary figures in hip-hop and is a newly published author with his book, Complex Presents: Dummy Boy, Tekashi 6ix9ine and the Nine Trey Gangsta Bloods, available wherever books are sold. EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS // + How Shawn first got into journalism + Stumbling across and working at RapGenius.com when it was just in embryo form + How rap music can assuage feelings of PTSD + Getting signed to a record label and then it falling apart and the trauma that can leave artists with for a long period of time + Lack of proper resources within the music industry to deal with emotional and mental health + In a society that glorifies hustle mentality and productivity, it's crucial to avoid burnout + What got Shawn so interested in the Tekashi 69 saga + Our fascination with celebrity culture and the history behind it + Shawn's biggest adversity in his own journey and what he learned from the experience

YNW Melly Case Update w/ Shawn Setaro

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2022 50:27

Complex's Shawn Setaro recently published an article updating the status of the now postponed YNW Melly murder trial. The piece included several revelations that hadn't been made public previously, including information from Melly's IG DM's. We discuss the article, Complex & Spotify's 'Infamous: The Story of YNW Melly' Podcastwhixh is written by Shawn & hosted by Ace Hood, prosecutorial hypocrisies, whether Melly has a better chance of being found innocent than one might expect from the coverage, D.I.D. disorder, what it's like in Gifford, FL, the YNW dynamics and current status, & much more. Watch the episode HERE Read Shawn's article YNW Melly's Murder Trial Begins Next Week. Here's What to Expect HERE Follow Shawn Setaro on social & bookmark his Complex author page HERE

spotify complex gifford ynw melly ace hood ig dm ynw shawn setaro mark waldo ward

Eric Bobo from Cypress Hill + Beastie Boys Interview | Ep. 128

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2022 45:00

This episode we welcome on yet another Cypress Hill legend, Eric Bobo, to talk…

Posted Notes: Ep. 309

Unorthodox

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2022 63:01 Very Popular

This week on Unorthodox, we're doing the Wordle. Evan Jacobson is a TikTok saxophone sensation. You might have seen his viral series where he adds sax solos to “songs that don't need them.” We got him to compose sax solos to such cultural Jewish anthems as "Sunrise, Sunset" and Jeff Buckley's cover of "Hallelujah." Shawn Setaro is a writer and podcaster, who created and hosted The Cipher, a hip-hop podcast produced by Unorthodox's own Josh Kross. He talks with us about his new book, Dummy Boy: Tekashi 6ix9ine and the Nine Trey Gangsta Bloods. We love to hear from you! Send us your emails and voice memos at unorthodox@tabletmag.com, or leave a voicemail at our listener line: (914) 570-4869. Remember to tell us who you are and where you're calling from. Check out Tablet's month-long interfaith project, The Tent, at welcometothetent.com Subscribe to our weekly newsletter to get new episodes, photos, and more. Join our Facebook group, and follow Unorthodox on Twitter and Instagram. Get a behind-the-scenes look at our recording sessions on our YouTube channel. We've got events coming up! April 7 — We'll be doing a live show at the Virginia Museum of Contemporary Art, hosted by the United Jewish Federation of Tidewater, with schmoozing and book signing afterwards. 7:30 p.m. Eastern, get your tickets here. April 11, 2022 (virtual) — Stephanie Butnick will be in conversation with authors Lisa Barr and James McAuley. 7 p.m. Eastern; register here. May 22. 2022 (virtual) — Stephanie Butnick will be in conversation with authors Gary Shteyngart and Claire Stanford as part of the Jewish Book Council and the Jewish Museum's Unpacking the Book series. 7 p.m. Eastern; register here. Get all our events info at tabletmag.com/unorthodoxlive. Check out The Tab, Tablet magazine's new printable weekly digest. Laid out in an attractive PDF for reading on a tablet or desktop, or to be printed, The Tab takes you into Shabbat and through the weekend, for free. Get your copy at tabletm.ag/tab. Want to book us for a live show or event in your area, or partner with us in some other way? Email tabletstudios@tabletmag.com. Unorthodox is produced by Tablet Studios. Check out all of our podcasts at tabletmag.com/podcasts. Sponsors: Harry's is a great shave at a great price. New customers can get a Starter Set—which includes a five-blade razor, weighted handle, foaming shave gel with aloe, and a travel cover—for just $3 at harrys.com/unorthodox. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sen Dog from Cypress Hill Interview: Talking B-Real, DJ Muggs + More | Ep. 127

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2022 30:33

This episode we're HONOURED to have on the legend Sen Dog from Cypress Hill to talk…

Kanye West's ‘Jeen-Yuhs' Netflix Documentary Review | Pt.3 The 808th Chamber Ep. 126

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2022 23:05

Pt.1 Super Bowl halftime reaction: https://bit.ly/36Q9Gt5 Pt.2 J Dilla month celebration: https://apple.co/3vmOh4P The final part of this month's 808th Chamber is all about Kanye West's new Netflix documentary ‘Jeen-Yuhs'. Kam, Ray, Jon and Yemi break down their takes on the hype surrounding the trilogy and what we learnt in the first episode.

Celebrating J Dilla Month | Pt.2 The 808th Chamber Ep. 126

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2022 17:58

Part two of this week's 808th Chamber is all about an all-time great: J Dilla

Super Bowl 2022 Halftime Reaction, Dr. Dre + Snoop Dogg Album Reviews | Pt.1 The 808th Chamber Ep. 126

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2022 49:36

This week we've split our Patreon livestream chat (The 808th Chamber) up into three parts, and first up we talk THAT Super Bowl halftime performance from Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, Eminem, Kendrick Lamar, Mary J Blige and 50 Cent…as well as review Dre and Snoop's latest music.

The Coup's 'Steal This Album' Review with Shawn Setaro | Ep. 125

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2022 59:10

This week we dive into another cult classic record - The Coup's 1998 release, ‘Steal This Album'. And to chop it over this amazing album, we welcome back on the pod musician, journalist, writer, podcasting legend and author of ‘Dummy Boy: Tekashi 6ix9ine and The Nine Trey Gangsta Bloods'…Shawn Setaro!

Nas' 'Magic' Album Review, DJ Muggs, Earl Sweatshirt + More | The 808th Chamber Ep. 124

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2022 97:00

YouTube Versions

Aceyalone's 'A Book of Human Language' Album Review with DJ Format | Ep. 123

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2022 87:04

This week we welcome on one of our favourite acts to ever come out of the UK - DJ Format! And not only does he talk about his stellar career, we also dive into a cult classic record from the 90s - Aceyalone's opus from 1998, 'A Book of Human Language'

Hip Hop Albums of the Year 2021 (Part One) | Ep. 122

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2022 67:01

The Crate 808 crew get together to break down their five favourite records from a stellar 2021 in their Patreon livestream in part one of their yearly summary

Episode 201- A Guy Who Needed Attention with guest Shawn Setaro

Dad Bod Rap Pod

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2022 63:54

We're back with a fascinating interview with author Shawn Setaro, a reporter for Complex who has written the definitive account of the life, times, and trial of Danny Hernandez, better known as 6ix9ine. Shawn's dogged reporting, clean prose, and empathetic viewpoint make his new book Complex Presents Dummy Boy: Tekashi 6ix9ine And The Nine Trey Gangsta Bloods a fascinating read. Fans of DBRP should also take some time to listen through the archives of Shawn's masterful hip-hop podcast The Cipher. This is Shawn's third time joining us and it will not be the last, he is a thoughtful and entertaining guest. This week we are also launching our new artwork by Dewey Saunders and theme song from producer Cutso and our very own DEM ONE. Beats for this week's show are by the homie Small Pro and we appreciate the contribution. DBRP is brought to you by Stony Island Audio, a podcast network by and for hip-hop storytellers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

attention beats complex cipher danny hernandez shawn setaro cutso small pro

Shawn Setaro author of Complex Presents Dummy Boy: Tekashi 6ix9ine and the Nine Trey Gangsta Bloods

Ahh, For Real? Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2022 19:18

A conversation with Shawn Setaro author of Complex Presents Dummy Boy: Tekashi 6ix9ine and the Nine Trey Gangsta Bloods.https://www.complex.com/author/shawn-setarohttps://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/688059/complex-presents-dummy-boy-by-shawn-setaro/The story of Tekashi 6ix9ine one of the most controversial figures in all of hip-hop history, Dummy Boy tells the tale his meteoric rise to fame.In tracing Danny “Tekashi 6ix9ine” Hernandez's life from Bushwick to the heights of the rap scene, Complex reporter Shawn Setaro illuminates the story of the young rapper who forged an alliance with a notorious street gang to bolster his image and boost his internet clout. Before long, Tekashi's antics and affiliations caught up with him, leading to a major police investigation that tore apart his team and saw him squarely behind bars, facing a life in prison. A thrilling true crime narrative set in the contemporary hip-hop world, Dummy Boy draws on dozens of exclusive interviews with collaborators, associates, and witnesses, to provide a detailed account of the most beguiling and intriguing story in modern music. More than a biography, Dummy Boy is an American crime story, a critical examination of internet trolling in the Trump era, and an exploration of the long-running connection between rap, gangs, and police in New York City.

american new york city donald trump crime boy complex rap hop hip hernandez tekashi dummy bloods gangsta 6ix9ine bushwick tekashi 6ix9ine dummy boy shawn setaro

Shawn Setaro On New 6ix 9ine Book 'Dummy Boy" & Career (Full Episode)

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 26, 2021 63:07

Shawn Setaro is a writer and reporter for podcasts at Complex. Shawn is also the former editor-in-chief of Rap Genius and the creator and host of The Cipher, a critically acclaimed hip-hop podcast. He has written about music and culture for Forbes, The Atlantic, Vibe, The Source, GQ, Esquire, The Sondheim Review, and more. He is the author of the book 'Complex Presents Dummy Boy: Tekashi 6ix9ine and the Nine Trey Gangsta Bloods', which is his first book. Shawn joins the show to discuss the new book and his career. We talk about Mel Murda's rapping ability, why Tekashi never did a song with Jim Jones, if the SoundCloud era will remain historically relevant, the poor aim of the gang, what his prediction would be if 6ix 9ine had stuck with his original style of music, whether his career is still viable, what Tekashi's story says about America in the age of Donald Trump, Shawn's beginnings in journalism, writing for the Source, moving to Complex, writing his first book, & much more. Watch the episode HERE Order Complex Presents Dummy Boy: Tekashi 6ix9ine and The Nine Trey Gangsta Bloods HERE Follow Shawn Setaro on IG HERE

america donald trump career forbes atlantic soundcloud complex vibe gq esquire jim jones tekashi cipher 9ine rap genius shawn setaro mark waldo ward super facts network super facts show

052: SHAWN SETARO (hip-hop journalist w Complex/ The Cipher/ Tekashi 69 book/ Pop Smoke pod) + RIP Greg Tate

The Upful LIFE Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2021 135:01

It's an honor and a privilege to welcome accomplished journalist, author, and rap podcast OG SHAWN SETARO, a reporter at Complex, to Episode 052. Setaro has a brand new book on the shelves this week, about the sordid saga of Tekashi 6ix9ine. He's the writer and reporter on the podcasts 'Infamous' (about Tekashi), 'Complex Subject: Pop Smoke'. He's written about music and culture for Forbes, The Atlantic, Vibe, The Source, GQ, Esquire, The Sondheim Review, and more. Setaro was Editor-in-Chief for Rap Genius, and hosted the iconic rap pod The Cipher, an encyclopedic hip-hop program featuring deep dive interviews with 250 legendary figures in the culture. The Cipher was among the biggest influences and inspirations for The Upful LIFE Podcast, and in this interview, you will see the parallels and find out just why I revere “Same Ol' Shawn” the way I do. 8:00 - RIP GREG TATE. (tributes from Questlove & Jay Smooth) 18:30 - Introducing SHAWN SETARO & a lil' about the Tekashi 6ix9ine story 30:00 - Interview - SHAWN SETARO Setaro is the author of the fantastic new book Complex Presents Dummy Boy: Tekashi 6ix9ine and the Nine Trey Gangsta Bloods, his first. We discuss this extremely shocking tale, his process reporting the story, and unpack the project at large. In tracing Tekashi 6ix9ine's life - from Bushwick to the heights of the rap scene - Setaro illuminates the story of the young rapper who forged an alliance with a notorious street gang to bolster his image and boost his internet clout. More than a biography, Dummy Boy is an American crime story, a critical examination of internet trolling in the Trump era, and an exploration of the long-running connection between rap, gangs, and police in New York City. In this conversation we touch Shawn's career journey into journalism and podcasting, plus the violent/criminal nature of drill rap culture, how it finds its way into the mainstream music culture. Shawn Setaro is a man of many talents in the musical sphere; in addition to his journalistic accomplishments, he's is also a Berklee-educated bassist and guitarist who has recorded and performed with The Dresden Dolls, Amanda Palmer, the Lordz of Brooklyn, Alina Simone, and others BUY HIS BOOK! Complex Presents Dummy Boy: Tekashi 6ix9ine and the Nine Trey Gangsta Bloods LISTEN to THE CIPHER podcast w/"Same Ol' Shawn" HERE! Vibe Junkie JAMZ "Guess Who's Coming to Dinner" - Black Uhuru, live in Germany 1981 [RIP Robbie Shakespeare] "Water" - The Roots, live at North Sea Jazz Fest 2003 [RIP Leonard 'Hub' Hubbard'] Please support Upful LIFE on PATREON ! EMAIL the SHOW! B.Getz@UpfulLIFE.com PLEASE LEAVE A REVIEW on Apple Podcasts! Listen to Upful LIFE on Spotify ! Theme Song: "Mazel Tov"- CALVIN VALENTINE

UGK's ‘Ridin' Dirty' Album Review + 90s Rap Chat with Shea Serrano | Ep. 121

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2021 59:40

We round off the year with an absolute bucket-list guest - senior staff writer at The Ringer, podcaster and author of FOUR New York Times bestsellers, Shea Serrano is in the house

Episode 38: Shawn Setaro

Reel Notes w/ CineMasai

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2021 124:54

My guest this week is journalist, author, and podcast producer Shawn Setaro. We spoke about the movies Annette, E.T., and Altered States, falling in love with hip-hop, his time as the editor-in-chief of Rap Genius and as a senior writer and podcast producer at Complex, the importance of beat journalism in 2021, his time covering the Tekashi 6ix9ine trial, and the creative process behind his first book Dummy Boy: Tekashi 6ix9ine and The Nine Trey Gangsta Bloods.Dummy Boy: Tekashi 6ix9ine and The Nine Trey Gangsta Bloods is available wherever books are sold. Consider purchasing a copy here.Follow Shawn on Instagram (@shawnsetaro) and Twitter (@SameOldShawn)Follow Dylan "CineMasai" Green on Instagram (@cinemasai), Twitter (@CineMasai_), and Letterboxd (@CineMasai) Support the show (https://cash.app/$CineMasai)

movies film green hip hop falling in love genius complex rap tekashi 6ix9ine e.t. altered states cipher tekashi 6ix9ine rap genius dummy boy shawn setaro

Talking Eazy E, DJ Muggs, House of Pain, Anderson .Paak, Good Life Cafe with Adrian Miller | Ep. 120

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2021 61:16

This week we're joined by record exec and manager to Anderson .Paak, Adrian Miller - a man who helped build the LA hip hop scene and work with Good Life Cafe, Easy E, Ras Kass, RZA, DJ Muggs, House of Pain, Freestyle Fellowship and many more. We spoke on a whole host of subjects, including…

Complex's Shawn Setaro On Career, Genius, & New 6ix 9ine Book

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2021 18:32

Shawn Setaro is a writer and reporter for podcasts at Complex. Shawn is also the former editor-in-chief of Rap Genius and the creator and host of The Cipher, a critically acclaimed hip-hop podcast. He has written about music and culture for Forbes, The Atlantic, Vibe, The Source, GQ, Esquire, The Sondheim Review, and more. He is the author of the book Complex Presents Dummy Boy: Tekashi 6ix9ine and the Nine Trey Gangsta Bloods, which is his first book. Watch the episode HERE Pre-order Dummy Boy: Tekashi 6ix 9ine & The Nine Trey Gangsta Bloods HERE Follow Shawn Serato on IG HERE Go to Shawn Serato's author page on Complex HERE

career forbes atlantic genius complex vibe gq esquire cipher 9ine rap genius shawn setaro mark waldo ward super facts network super facts show

Best Hip Hop Songs from 1994 Livestream Chat | The 808th Chamber Ep. 119

virgil tekashi sondheim abloh pantheon podcast network shawn setaro

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2021 82:44

YouTube Version

ImmaLetYouFinish 74: Sondheim, Virgil & Tekashi With Guest Author Shawn Setaro

Rock N Roll Pantheon

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2021 65:20

On Episode 74 of ImmaLetYouFinish... Court & Amy celebrate Sondheim and Abloh, dunk on the Cuomos and talk all things Tekashi with author Shawn Setaro.ImmaLetYouFinish... is a proud part of the Pantheon Podcast Network.

ImmaLetYouFinish 74: Sondheim, Virgil & Tekashi With Guest Author Shawn Setaro

Rock N Roll Pantheon

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2021 66:50

On Episode 74 of ImmaLetYouFinish... Court & Amy celebrate Sondheim and Abloh, dunk on the Cuomos and talk all things Tekashi with author Shawn Setaro. ImmaLetYouFinish... is a proud part of the Pantheon Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

court virgil tekashi sondheim abloh pantheon podcast network shawn setaro

Episode Seventy-Four: Sondheim, Virgil & Tekashi With Guest Author Shawn Setaro

ImmaLetYouFinish...

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2021 66:20

On Episode 74 of ImmaLetYouFinish... Court & Amy celebrate Sondheim and Abloh, dunk on the Cuomos and talk all things Tekashi with author Shawn Setaro. ImmaLetYouFinish... is a proud part of the Pantheon Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

court virgil tekashi sondheim seventy four abloh pantheon podcast network shawn setaro

Episode Seventy-Four: Sondheim, Virgil & Tekashi With Guest Author Shawn Setaro

ImmaLetYouFinish...

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2021 65:20

On Episode 74 of ImmaLetYouFinish... Court & Amy celebrate Sondheim and Abloh, dunk on the Cuomos and talk all things Tekashi with author Shawn Setaro.ImmaLetYouFinish... is a proud part of the Pantheon Podcast Network.

virgil tekashi sondheim seventy four abloh pantheon podcast network shawn setaro

Shawn Setaro On New Book 'Dummy Boy: Tekashi 6ix 9ine & The Nine Trey Gangsta Bloods'

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2021 44:32

Complex's Shawn Setaro joins the show to discuss his new book about Tekashi 6ix 9ine & The Nine Trey Gangsta Bloods. We discuss Mel Murda's rapping ability, why Tekashi never did a song with Jim Jones, if the SoundCloud era will remain historically relevant, the poor aim of the gang, what his prediction would be if 6ix 9ine had stuck with his original style of music, whether his career is still viable, what Tekashi's story says about America in the age of Donald Trump, & much more. Watch the episode HERE Pre-order Dummy Boy: Tekashi 6ix 9ine & The Nine Trey Gangsta Bloods HERE Follow Shawn Serato on IG HERE Go to Shawn Serato's author page on Complex HERE

america donald trump soundcloud complex new books jim jones tekashi bloods gangsta 9ine shawn setaro mark waldo ward super facts network super facts show

Cappadonna Interview: Talking Wu-Tang Clan, Ghostface, Raekwon and More | Ep. 118

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 28, 2021 52:48

This week is special as we go full Wu-Tang Clan and speak to the Captain of the Dons, The Original Cappa Slappa himself - Cappadonna is in the house!

Black Star's ‘Mos Def and Talib Kweli Are Black Star' Album Review with Alexander Fruchter | Ep. 117

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2021 67:26

This week we chop it over one of the best hip hop records ever - a personal favourite, 1998's Mos Def and Talib Kweli Are Black Star album by Black Star

Best Rap Songs from 1993/1995 Livestream Chat + Mailbag | The 808th Chamber Ep. 116

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2021 67:21

We kick off our first ever Patreon livestream chat (called The 808th Chamber) with a dip into the mailbag, and more shouts for our alien playlist - 100 90s Songs You'd Play to An Alien to Define Hip Hop (full list https://www.crate808.com/alien-playlist). It got heated but the crew had such a laugh with the patrons, talking on songs from Masta Ace, Onyx, Souls of Mischief, Tupac and Digital Underground, De La Soul, Smif-N-Wessun, The Coup…and Montell Jordan?!!

Eve's ‘Let There Be Eve' Album Review with Joelah Noble | Ep. 115

Brooklyn Magazine: The Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2021 59:25

This week we dive into the Ruff Ryders canon with a superb guest - TV presenter and actress, Joelah Noble brings Eve's 1999 album,‘Let There Be Eve…Ruff Ryders First Lady', to the Crate 808 table. Such a wicked chat touching on Eve, The Roots, Swizz Beats, DMX, Jay-Z, dreams about Puff Daddy and even tongue scrapers

The rise and fall of Tekashi 6ix9ine

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2021 40:06

Daniel Hernandes shot to stardom as Tekashi 6ix9ine, or Tekashi69, after the release of the video for his song "Gummo." His unraveling came just as quickly as his ride to fame. Shawn Setaro, who wrote the book on Tekashi, unpacks his story, one that involves shootings in public, a kidnapping by estranged gang members and, notoriously, the near universal blacklisting of him for informing on members of the Trey Nine Gangsta Bloods. Brooklyn news and views you can use: bkmag.com Email: hello@bkmag.com Follow along on Facebook: Brooklyn Magazine Twitter: @brooklynmag Instagram: @brooklynmagazine Follow Brian Braiker on Twitter: @slarkpope

rise and fall tekashi tekashi69 tekashi 6ix9ine gummo shawn setaro

Blu and Exile Interview: Talking ‘Miles', Tribe vs. Gang Starr and Much More | Ep. 114

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2021 37:09

This week we're joined by two rap legends - Blu and Exile are in the hot seat talking about their storied careers, their 2020 album ‘Miles', KRS-One, Tribe vs. Gang Starr and Exile becoming a Ghostface flasher (yes, it got strange

Shawn Setaro: Dummy Boy

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2021 53:46

One of our favourite people in this whole world is Shawn Setaro and he definitely needs a 'friend of the show' shirt. Making his third appearance on the pod, he's back to talk about his new book, Dummy Boy, which details the rise and fall of 6ix9ine. It's not all about opps and shots though. We get into some deep conversation about the attention economy and how to avoid some of those same pitfalls that Daniel Hernandez couldn't quite get past. Pre-order 'Dummy Boy' by Shawn Setaro here: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/688059/complex-presents-dummy-boy-by-shawn-setaro/#

daniel hernandez dummy boy shawn setaro

Hip Hop Albums of The Year 2021 So Far | Ep. 113

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2021 107:56

One thing about us here at Crate 808, we seem to work on our own schedule…and that's what we're reviewing our favourite albums of 2021 so far in September and not the midway point

Kurupt, Ras Kass, Kxng Crooked Interview: Talking HRSMN and Much More | Ep. 112

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2021 68:13

Wow. Wee. What we have here may well be our favourite episode of 2021, with legends Kurupt and Ras Kass sitting down to talk all things hip hop…and even inviting on Slaughterhouse's very own Kxng Crooked for a special cameo

Ep. 2: Takeover | The Ruler's Back: The Making of The Blueprint by Jay-Z

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2021 35:25

In this second episode, we look at The Blueprint's creation, the marketing strategy ahead of its release, Jay-Z declaring war with Nas and Prodigy on the big stage and revisit an urban legend that refuses to rest. Guest appearances by Andrew Barber, Just Blaze, Young Guru, Pain In Da Ass, Yemi Abiade, Akaash Sharma, Bianca Gracie, Nicolas Tyrell-Scott, Lily Mercer, Miki Hellerbach, Carl Lamarre, Lily Mercer, Shawn Setaro, Carl Lamarre, Bink, Shawn Setaro, Thandie Sibanda and J'na Jefferson 1:00 - Andrew Barber on Eminem and Nelly's success and the emergence of Ja Rule 1:53 - Just Blaze on Jay-Z recording The Blueprint in a quick fashion 3:06 - Young Guru on Kanye West setting off the recording process for The Blueprint 3:40 - Pain In Da Ass on the success of The Dynasty inspiring Jay-Z to create even more 4:34 - Andrew Barber on Kanye not knowing about Izzo premiering at the BET Awards 6:52 - Yemi Abiade on the significance of Jay-Z mentioning the Cold Crush Brothers on Izzo 7:23 - Akaash Sharma on Jay-Z speaking from experience on Izzo and the album overall 7:51 - Bianca Gracie on Kanye West's production encouraging Jay-Z to be more creative 8:24 - Nicolas Tyrell-Scott on the power of the Jackson 5 sample 8:55 - Lily Mercer on Izzo being her introduction to Kanye West and his music 9:24 - Andrew Barber on the lead up to Summer Jam 2001 and The Blueprint rollout 9:38 - Sumit on Jay-Z Summer Jam performance and performing Takeover for the first time 11:27 - Young Guru on not knowing what Jay-Z had planned for Summer Jam 12:01 - Andrew Barber on Nas responding with his Stillmatic Freestyle 13:48 - Miki Hellerbach on Jay-Z relaxed delivery on Takeover 14:24 - Yemi Abiade on Takeover's genius song structure 15:32 - Carl Lamarre on Jay-Z making his issues with Nas and Prodigy so public 16:51 - J'na Jefferson on Kanye West using a Rock sample on Takeover 17:32 - Lily Mercer on Jay-Z being so spiteful in his Takeover verses 18:51 - Young Guru on Jay-Z's Super Ugly being the response to Ether by Nas 20:08 - Shawn Setaro on the months it took for the Jay-Z and Nas conflict to come to light 21:15 - Carl Lamarre on The Ruler's Back being the perfect introduction for the album 22:09 - Yemi Abiade on The Ruler's Back setting the tone for the listening experience 22:45 - Bink on stitching different parts of a record together to make The Ruler's Back 23:46 - Shawn Setaro on The Ruler's Back being a response to Nas' Stillmatic Freestyle 25:03 - Just Blaze on making the beat for Girls, Girls, Girls, with Ghostface Killah in mind 26:33 - Just Blaze on Jay-Z filing the video for Girls, Girls, Girls on September 11th 2001 26:33 - Thandie Sibanda on Girls, Girls, Girls' not being received well if it were released now 27:27 - Chris on the making of Jigga That Nigga and the beat first being for MC Lyte 28:27 - Miki Hellerbach on U Don't Know being his favourite Just Blaze beat ever 29:24 - Just Blaze on Jay-Z recording U Don't Know in parts and building the song over time 30:19 - Yemi Abiade on U Don't Know transporting him to a different place in time 31:31 - Nicolas Tyrell-Scott on how economic inequality inspired the lyrics on U Don't Know 31:54 - J'na Jefferson on Jay-Z dedicating himself to consistent wins on U Don't Know 33:01 - Shawn Setaro on Hola' Hovito being his favourite song from The Blueprint 33:59 - Yemi Abiade on the rhyme scheme of the third verse of Hola' Hovito Follow Sumit

Ep. 1: Hola' Hovito | The Ruler's Back: The Making of The Blueprint by Jay-Z

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2021 35:27

From Breaking Atoms comes our new original podcast series celebrating the 20th anniversary of Jay-Z's sixth album, The Blueprint. In this first episode, we double back to a post-Millenium New York where triumph and tragedy were both served in ample amounts. We'll look at Jay-Z ascending to the top of the Rap kingdom, Roc-A-Fella Records becoming a dynasty, more people than ever listening to what the South had to say and Hip Hop evolving into a Unicron-like commercial juggernaut. Guest appearances by Andrew Barber, Shawn Setaro, Oliver Wang, Nuface, Carl Lamarre, J'na Jefferson, Thandie Sibanda, Jayson Buford, Bianca Gracie, Deborah Mannis-Gardner, Young Guru, Bink, Miki Hellerbach, Just Blaze, Lily Mercer and Dylan Green 0:39 - Introduction by Sumit and Chris 1:22 - Sumit and Chris on Jay-Z's career in the 90s and the lead up to The Blueprint's release 3:11 - Sumit and Chris on the changes in Hip Hop during the 2000s 4:28 - Andrew Barber on the success of Nelly and Eminem 5:33 - Shawn Setaro on the watching artists advance up mixtape tracklists 6:10 - Oliver Wang on the sample free production shift in mainstream Hip Hop 7:18 - Nuface on The Blueprint bringing something new to the table 7:56 - Carl Lamarre on the emergence of contemporary artists and New York finding its way 9:04 - J'na Jefferson on Eminem and Missy Elliott broadening the Hip Hop audience 9:45 - Thandie Sibanda on the change in Hip Hop music after the millennium 10:10 - Jayson Buford on the importance of Soul music in Hip Hop culture 10:51 - J'na Jefferson and Jesse Bernard on how Soul music connects Black history 11:34 - Bianca Gracie on the influence of what would later become known as chipmunk soul 12:30 - Deborah Mannis-Gardner on the legalities and politics around clearing samples 13:23 - Andrew Barber on Beanie Sigel's The Reason album showcasing The Blueprint sound 14:34 - Young Guru on meeting Jay-Z for the first time and going to Baseline Studios 15:28 - Young Guru on the shift in Roc-A-Fella's sound via Kanye West, Just Blaze and Bink 16:06 - Bink on how his relationship with Roc-A-Fella Records began 16:57 - Bink on the making of 1-900-Hustler and Freeway's debut 18:08 - Bink on the artists rhyming on the wrong part of the 1-900 Hustler beat 18:28 - Nuface on Bink's contributions to Jay-Z's career 18:48 - Oliver Wang on Bink's consistency over the last 25 years 19:20 - Miki Hellerbach on Bink's production enabling Jay-Z to be more introspective 20:10 - Just Blaze on meeting with Dino Delvaille and being introduced to Gee Roberson 22:13 - Just Blaze on Gee Roberson's production team and working on Amil's album 23:14 - Just Blaze on Jay-Z recognising his production talent and recording Streets Is Talking 25:22 - Lily Mercer on Just Blaze's style evolving and making well-known samples feel new 26:08 - Dylan Green on the energy in Just Blaze's beats 26:39 - Carl Lamarre on Just Blaze and the other producers pushing Jay-Z's writing ability 27:16 - Young Guru on Just Blaze's ability to adapt and change his sound when needed 28:17 - Andrew Barber on Chicago radio embracing Kanye West 29:02 - Young Guru on Kanye West showing up when Jay-Z and Scarface needed to record 30:02 - Young Guru on Baseline Studios being essential to Roc-A-Fella's productivity 30:58 - Just Blaze on Baseline Studios' tight-knit environment and quality output 32:36 - Young Guru on OG Juan throwing away a recording by Miles Davis 33:47 - Nuface and Young Guru on Kanye West bringing a beat CD to the studio Follow Sumit

Ep. 3: Never Change | The Ruler's Back: The Making of The Blueprint