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For this episode, we're heading down south to VA to hear the sounds of Missy and Timbaland through the female artist's debut album Supa Dupa Fly.

From Timbo's experimental beats to Missy's slick rhymes slide through some insane visuals, Supa Fly was a project that showcased the VA native's versatility as a musician. Her rhymes paint vivid pictures through a wide spectrum of love ballads, powerful duets, and unique bangers that made cars and clubs shake.

Like they always do this time, Vance and Ahmad choose their top 5 tracks (or they try to) from the LP, talk about Timbaland's colorful palate of sample choices, discuss Missy collaborating with other female artists like Aaliyah, and mention her ability to arrange legendary songs.

We also reveal what we listened to lately, and debate about Jay-Z albums we don't like.

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After the successful release of Krit Wuz Here ,which led to a deal with Def Jam, and many appearances on blog favorites in 2010, Big K.R.I.T released Return of 4eva, March 28th 2011. At the time the XXL Freshman had a major buzz built around the him and his next project was anticipated, and he deliver with R4. With soulful backdrops such as American Rapstar that served as a the background to the story of how is art is greater than the greed of label execs or the drums beating down the block on "My Sub". KRIT had greatly improved his production that was matched by his further developed writing skills. Join us as we take a trip to Meridian, Mississippi.  

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For this week’s episode we revisited @projectpat debut album “Ghetty Green”. Monday is the 21st anniversary of one of the most influential hip hop albums EVER by one of its most underrated legends. Tune in and let us know how you feel album this album. Follow  us on Socials: @RecordReportPodcast

Kehlani got robbed of a great summer wave. When she dropped her sophomore LP It Was Good Until It Wasn't in 2020, many listeners had to listen to the album from home due to the CoVid-19 outbreak. However, not only did have an album that supplied a surplus of music gems that could fit a playlist for the whip or the bedroom, many of the relatable tracks opened up about the Oakland singer's personal life as she continued to pave her way into making music at the highest level. With production from Jake One, Boi-Ida, and The Rascals, the album had the potential of contributing to R&B's revival thanks to the variety of artists blending the genre. 

With a baller-ass sportswriter like Rhiannon Walker joining Vance and Ahmad this week, you know you're going to be in for a treat. The three choose their favorite songs from the project, talk about hating the club (specifically being there for a significant other), why Tory Lanez is a certified-fuccboi, and why It Was Good Until It Wasn't needs to be the album of summer situationships in 2021 as Kehlani.

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Cash Money Records have been at the top of the rap game for almost 20 years. 400 Degreez was the album that started the run. Already successful independently, after singing a historic record contract with Universal they we're ready to takeover and Juvenile led they way with 400 degreez. Creatively unsequenced from the crazy mind of Mannie Fresh the album was raw and relentless. 

2011 was such a great year for the blog era of music. Don't believe us? That year includes debut releases from future superstars like Frank Ocean, Tyler the Creator, and The Weeknd. However, it was also another year of consistency from an artist that is the poster child for this characteristic in Hip Hop. We're talking about Curren$y the Spitta and one of his most highly acclaimed mixtapes in his rather large catalog, Covert Coup. Not only was this a critical project for the Louisiana rapper's musical development at the peak of the industry in the blog era (that being the late 2000s/early 2010s), but it is exclusively produced by Grammy-nominated producer The Alchemist, includes features from artists like Grammy-nominated Freddie Gibbs and the late Prodigy, and was also a pivotal mixtape in Curren$y's musical trajectory into being one of Hip Hop's most consistent artists of the modern era.

For a certain time as an indie act through his label Jet Life Recordings, Curren$y released projects on Bandcamp following Covert Coupe.  Most of the projects were collaborative mixtapes with DJ Drama and  Harry Fraud. However, these projects truly stretched Spitta's musical element before he continued to release mixtapes every year until now. This project helped start Curren$y's collaborative LPs with producers and even included talent that much of the rap community see as modern icons.

This week, with the homie Dave (@TrapBasquiat) pulling up for the four-peat, we go song-by-song on the 10-track LP and talk about previous Curren$y concerts we've experienced, Freddie Gibbs' rise in the blog era, and how this project became arguably the best mixtape in Curren$y's long list of projects.

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In this episode of Record Report Podcast, we’re throwing it back to the album that set the stage for Beyoncé’s reign as a global icon. Join us as we dive deep into Dangerously in Love, featuring the unforgettable hit "Crazy in Love," which marked Beyoncé’s explosive debut as a solo artist. Released in 2003, this album didn’t just showcase her powerful vocals; it redefined pop and R&B, fusing genres with hits that would become cultural milestones.

From the iconic collaboration with Jay-Z on "Crazy in Love" to soulful tracks like "Me, Myself and I," we unpack the album's sonic landscape, lyrical depth, and Beyoncé's undeniable impact on music, fashion, and empowerment. Hosts Ahmad and Vance, we have our two-time guest Nicki Mayo along to discuss how Dangerously in Love shaped pop culture and paved the way for Beyoncé’s evolution into a symbol of strength, resilience, and artistry.

We’ll also explore the album’s production, featuring legendary talents like Rich Harrison and Scott Storch, and reflect on its Grammy-winning success. Whether you’re part of the BeyHive or discovering Dangerously in Love for the first time, this episode dives into why it’s a defining piece of Beyoncé’s legacy.

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For the past two weeks, the Hip Hop industry has been abuzz with a heated exchange between two of its biggest titans. This feud, which has been simmering for more than a decade, has finally come to a head, and we've taken the time to dissect the latest releases, contextualize them historically, and declare a winner. So, if you're looking to stay on top of all the latest happenings in the Hip Hop world, tap in now and don't miss out on what's next!

Following a few popular online singles in the previous years, St. Louis artist Smino has been able to establish an audience thanks to his slurred hometown accent and fresh beats made by Chicago producer, Monte Booker. In 2017, He dropped Blkswn, an album that not only had some speaker-worthy bangers, but managed to add a sense of humanity to a city still healing three years after a summer of trauma. The critical success of Blkswn has made Smino a standout in the late 2010s and he continues to grow with the help of new sounds Kenny Beats.

Along with our guest Josh (@BlackOrpheus) we choose our top three tracks and discuss Smino’s versatility, the rise of Chicago music during the blog era, and how he used an experimental project to let the world know where he’s from.

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Welcome back to the Record Report!

This week, we're gonna take you back to 1996 with Tupac's first posthumous album The Don Killuminati: The 7 Day Theory.

When this album dropped, it was a very confusing point in time for the music world. It dropped two months after Tupac's death, and it wasn't even with his actual stage name. This was the first (and last) album under the moniker Makaveli, and for many fans, The Don Killuminati started the spreading of rumors that speculated Tupac was alive. However, the project had gems like "Hail Mary" and also began the rapper's musical run in his afterlife.

In this episode, we choose our top three tracks, talk about the history surrounding the sound and message of the project, and kind of figure out why this album still resonates to this day for many rap fans young and old.

We also talk about the album within the scope of "Dear Mama" and mention what we've been listening to lately.

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With its upcoming 25th anniversary, Vance picked a childhood classic in The Fugees’ sophomore album The Score. While he and his sisters would listen in to tape the back of their family's burgundy Jaguar Xj6, the world was truly beginning to realize the true talent that all three members possessed. It was a time where the group was questioned following their album Blunted Reality and had something to say about the critics, our government, and our country. However, due to issues that festered, we may never get an album that can reach this magnitude. Fortunately, the group’s last project together is a hands-down classic that has stood the test of time.   

With our special guest, singer Nimbus (@Nimbusssssss), we choose our top three tracks from this gem, discuss the underrated contributions of Pras in the group, The Fugees’ politically prowess, Lauryn Hill at Afropunk 2015,  and how Lauryn Hill’s legacy played on following the release of The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill.

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For this week’s episode, we linked up with our guest Kaz (@King_gr8tness) take a deep dive into Childish Gambino’s third album Awaken, My Love. Released in 2016 following rumors of the project and a unique album cover release through his show Atlanta, Awaken My Love is the artist’s departure from Hip Hop and a transition into Gambino’s ear for more soulful sounds. However, along with several nods to the Funk era of the past, this album reinforces love, pain, and societal issues that continue to haunt us in the present. To make things more interesting, we narrowed our number of favorite songs to 2, making the decisions much tougher on this very beautiful but brief project.

Along with our favorite songs, We also talk about Childish Gambino’s career progression in music and film, his unique (but very odd) performances, the TDE’s feature family, and much more!

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Welcome back to Season 4 of The Record Report!

Ford this episode, we're heading over the pond to review Little Simz's third album The Grey Area.

Dropping in 2019, The Grey Area was released to critical and commercial success, getting placed on television shows like Ballers, and even grabbing the spotlight on Apple Music in the late 2010s.

From self-love to losing a loved one, the project paints a picture of a world that struggles to balance between a modern utopia and dystopia through Simz's stories.

As always, Ahmad and Vance choose their top 3, debate if the album has grime influences, and talk about some of the stronger themes that the album had.

We also talk about Cleo Soul, Schoolboy Q's new album Blue Lips, and songs for Happy Days.

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Welcome back!! After a too log break Vance and Ahmad are back for season 3 of The Record Report Podcast. They  detail on the things they have been working, the LOST episode, what took so long and recap their favorite music moments of 2021. We're happy to be back!

Welcome back to Season 4 (and 50th Episode) of the Record Report!

For this episode, we're heading south to North Carolina to review Little Brother's Sophmore album The Menstrual Show. At the time of this album's release, the group faced scrutiny for its polarizing concept, which references the offensive shows of the same name that were popular in the early 1900s.

Despite the controversy, the group managed to create arguably the best album in their catalog. Using a satirical television show to make fun of the state of mainstream hip hop at the time, while illustrating the true struggles of a rap artist.

Like they always do this time, Vance and Ahmad pick their Top 3 tracks, discuss The Menstrual Show's effects on Little Brother's commercial success, and how their music impacted Hip Hop's next generations to come.

We also mention what we've been listening to lately, Kanye West, and old commercial jingles.

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In the early 90s Ice Cube was in a transitional period in his career. The soon-to-be Los Angeles icon had just left NWA, and while his creative freedom was awaiting, the rapper was still facing animosity from group members and fans for departing. Fortunately, Cube confidently came through with his debut project Amerikkka's Most Wanted and it was a project that showcased the rapper's raw rhymes with militant production through himself, Sir Jinx, and the Bomb Squad. Along with immediate success and critical acclaim, Amerikka's Most Wanted was proof that Ice Cube can make a successful project as a solo artist. For the fans, it was a shift in the trajectory of West Coast hip hop.

With this week's guest Ryan back in the building, Ahmad and Vance choose their favorite tracks from Amerikkka's Most Wanted, how the message from Ice Cube's "Turn Off The Radio" moved into the streaming industry, and how the album lives on after 30 years.

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This week, we take it back to 91 with a debut album made by one of the most influential Hip Hop groups OF ALL TIME. People's Instinctive Travels and the Paths of Rhythm is an essential album that introduced the vibrant sounds of A Tribe Called Quest. Armed with a plethora of obscure jazz samples and ambitious beat-breaks, the collective created a new sound that would skyrocket its members into music stardom while creating another sub-genre of rap music in the term "conscious rap." Those terms may be eschewed now due to artists bending genres with new ideas through production and vocals, but the late 80s/ early 90s were still dominated by more hardcore acts like NWA, and record labels still had major control over artists' image.     

With DMV-bred/ATL-based artist Jenna Camille (@JennaCamilleSMG) as this week's guest, the trio chooses their top three tracks, discusses Phife Dawg's importance in Tribe, and debates about how A Tribe Called Quest is one of the most influential groups in Music. Vance also talks about the time he went to Prince's house for a party 7 months before his passing.    

Rest In Peace Prince & Phife

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In this episode of Record Report Podcast, we dive deep into the self-titled debut album by Rage Against the Machine, a project that shook the music world in 1992. With its raw fusion of rap, metal, and politically charged lyrics, this album didn’t just push boundaries—it obliterated them. We’ll explore the band’s unique sound, driven by Tom Morello’s revolutionary guitar techniques, and discuss the political messages that made this album a timeless protest anthem.

From tracks like “Killing in the Name” to “Bullet in the Head,” we break down how this album became the soundtrack to resistance, challenging authority and confronting social injustice. Join us as we revisit the iconic sound of Rage Against the Machine and reflect on its lasting impact on music, culture, and activism.

Hosts Ahmad and Vance also share their thoughts on how this album influenced future bands and movements, and why it remains relevant in today’s political climate.

So, whether you’re a long-time fan or new to Rage Against the Machine, strap in for an intense ride through one of the most powerful debut albums in rock history.

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Welcome back to Season 4 of the Record Report!

To kick off the year, we're taking the trip to Philly with Jill Scott's debut LP Who Is Jill Scott? Words and Sounds, Volume 1.

Released July 18, 2000, the Philadelphia star's Grammy-nominated project was one of the first to introduce a new sound to the music world. From Beyonce using He Loves Me in a 2007 live performance to samples being used to enhance new beats, Who Is Jill Scott was a success that continues to fuel modern music. It was also the album to introduce us to one of the decade's first stars in the soul genre.

In this episode, Vance and Ahmad choose their top 3 tracks, talk about the album's musical connection to the DMV, and discuss her impact on the culture in the modern era of R&B.

We also list what we've been listening to lately, talk about hip-hop blending into different genres, and Tierra Whack (Before SHOWER SONG).

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In 2011, Frank Ocean was at an “odd” yet motivational stage in his life. He was a part of this obscure musical collective called Odd Future. Unfortunately, he was also shelved by a label that wasn’t taking him seriously. With the help of online distributor DatPiff, Ocean was able to push out his debut project Nostalgia, Ultra to much acclaim. Ever since its release, the New Orleans artist has been an unofficial beacon of light for independent artists. Not only did he release two of the best alternative albums of the 2010s.

In this week’s episode, Ahmad and Vance choose their normal top 3 and discuss mental health in music, Frank Ocean finessing Def Jam with the release of Endless and Blonde, and how alternative artists maneuvered through the blog era of music.

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For this episode, we're taking the train to Queens with our guest DJ Rugby Segal to review Nas' sophomore project It Was Written.

Dropping in 1996, It Was Written reached both critical and commercial success thanks to a blend of beats from household names like DJ Premier, Trackmasters, and Dr. Dre, as well as Nas' ability to tell vivid street stories.

As always, we choose their top three tracks, Howard talks about the album's immediate impact, and Vance talks about how It Was Written could be the album to make him stop trolling Nas.

We also talk about what we're listening to, HipHop50 weekend moves, and iconic rap moments at Morgan.

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Although the underground rap scene is one that transforms frequently as the industry changes, it’s one that many rappers go through before making their rise in the mainstream. However, Sean Price had not only built a fanbase from being one half of Heltah Skeltah, but his solo career is one that made him a great in this amongst other artists like MF Doom and Madlib. For this week, we go back to Price’s sophomore album Jesus Price Superstar, a pivotal album that pushed Price in popularity thanks to hard-hitting beats, abrasive lyrics, and clever humor balanced in a nicely packed LP.

With our special guest Malcolm McFadden (@Snapback4ACrown AKA @YoANerd), we choose our top three tracks from this gem, talk about the widespread release of Mic Tyson, Price’s relationship with Little Brother, and Duck Down, and how the artist developed in the earlier years of the blog era amongst many other topics.

Rest in Peace Sean Duval Price

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Welcome back to the Record Report!

This week, we're taking a trip inside the mind of a musical genius.

There are a lot of different opinions about Mac Miller.

His original brand was polarizing in the Blog Era, but his musical growth always remained intact throughout his career. That seems to be how he made Faces, his 11th mixtape that was released on May 11th, 2014.

Compared to many other albums, this one takes a serious dark turn. The Pittsburgh artist managed to blend jazz with modern sounds to illustrate the madness that he encompassed on his journey. Fortunately, there are bright spots that also boost his boisterous personality, and both highs and lows come together to create an experience that makes you both excited for Mac Miller's experimentation, but more concerned about the demons he faced.

In this episode, we choose our top three tracks, talk about some of the samples used in Faces, and talk about how it felt to listen to the album knowing the struggles he faced in life until his end.

we also talk about what we're listening to, and secret/hidden features in music.

Shouts to Ryan

Shouts to Speaks

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October 15th marks the 7th year anniversary of what Dom calls his first real album that he put up for sale, "Get Home Safely". Released a little over a year after the Yellow Album, Dom creates a love letter to his neighorbood, to his friends that he's lost and the people that make it what it is. Each song is a tale of South Central that only a native can tell.

We also touched on Nipsey, the Blog Era and more!

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Welcome back to the Record Report!

This week, we're going back in time to listen to a Funky classic.

We're talkin' about Maggot Brain, the 3rd studio album by Funkadelic.

Dropping 2 years before Hip Hop was born in 1971, this album would later inspire the next generations in the genre.

The 7-track LP is completely produced by George Clinton and is a journey through cosmic keys, crazy guitar riffs, and aggressive drums but with a savory soulful undertaste. While it managed to come out strong with critical and commercial success at the time, it ties deeply into rappers' minds from Los Angeles to New Orleans.

As always, we choose their top three tracks from Maggot Brain, talk about the historical context of the project's success, and tell some of the stories we've heard about the album's creation.

we also talk about what we're listening to, lazy producers, and Flying Lotus.

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Welcome back to Episode 10 of the Record Report!

This week, we're reviewing Freddie Gibb and Madlib's first collaborative album, Pinata.

With the album dropping reasonably early in March of 2014, it quickly became a standout gem in a very buzzing year in music.

Pinata garnered critical acclaim thanks to a surprising blend of raw street rhymes from Gibbs with eclectic beats made by Madlib coated with Blaxploitation-themed skits and clips.

From hustling out the streets of Gary, Indiana to building a home for himself in California, Pinata talks about Freddie's life at the time of his early rise to Hip Hop glory. On the flip side, the project features an incredible set of Madlib beats that mold classic love ballads and jazz numbers into bangers that the rapper skates on.

Like we always do this time...

We choose our top 3 tracks, talk about Freddie and Madlib's organic connection throughout the project, and also discuss Freddie and Madlib's trajectory following Pinata's release.

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Welcome back to the Record Report We've made it to season 3, and thank you all for staying with us!

For this episode, we'll be diving into Chance the Rapper's sophomore mixtape Acid Rap.

When Chance the Rapper dropped Acid Rap in 2013, music was in a transitional period.

It was a time when Chicago already had its lead star in Kanye West, who made mainstream headlines for My Dark Twisted Fantasy, and the growth of the GOOD Music record label. The Chi also had a budding internet music scene thanks to Chief Keef's 2012 viral hit "I Don't Like," bringing the city's Drill scene to a national audience.

However, Chance reached the blog scene with his debut project, 10 Day Tape, but really started building momentum toward his sophomore project Acid Rap. The LP was the perfect storm for the artist, featuring a diverse array of sound as well as a slew of stars including Childish Gambino, Twista, Saba, Vic Mensa, Action Bronson, and NoName.

In our Season 3 premiere, we choose our top 5 songs and talk about Acid Rap's greatness, how pivotal the album was in the music world at the peak of the blog era, and Chance's growth in the music industry.

We also talk about listening to old Kanye in the 2020s and what we've been listening to lately.

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For this week’s episode, we revisited @xdannyxbrownx 4th album Atrocity Exhibition. Released in 2016, this album continued to show Danny’s keen ear for sounds that most rappers wouldn’t dare to touch, it also showed his unmatched lyrical abilities and storytelling. Comment, Subscribe and Share! 

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Although Part 2 of our season finale features the rest of our personal top 3 songs, this episode really helps you understand why we did this podcast in the first place. We continue to talk about topics like the Wild West of the internet blog (i.e. DatPiff) era, Mac Miller, and Nipsey Hussle’s performance at Broccoli City Fest. Most importantly, we talk about experiencing these moments together in music and how we talked about them in Thurgood Marshall Suites of Morgan State University.

This was a phenomenal season with dope guests, great tracks, and a few hot takes that’ll probably get some smoke. However, the beautiful thing about music is that everyone can have a specific opinion, which always makes conversations about it amazing.

Thank you to all of our guests for Season 1, and we’ll see you in 2021. Let us know what you think about our episodes, or if you want to be a guest on the show. 

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Episode 10 coming soon!

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The early 2010’s were a tumultuous time for Rick Ross. Although these years featured intoxicating highs like the success of albums like Teflon Don with the help of classic bangers like BMF, Ross also faced problems outside of the studio from losing major fashion deals because of cringy lyrics to dodging death after being shot at in his home city. However, 2014 was a year to wrap up such an odd period, and he capitalized his arguably most  LP Mastermind

For this week’s episode, We choose their top five tracks from Mastermind as well as taking a deep dive into Ross’ work in the Blog era, discussing the early rise of MMG and Ross’ elevation into music executive work, and call out the many mistakes the rapper has made throughout his career.

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Welcome back to the Record Report.

This week, we're taking a revolutionary stance with Dead Prez's second album RBG: Revolutionary But Gangsta.

Dropping in the Spring of 2004, RBG was a project that spotlighted the duo's versatility in sounds, yet consistency in message. With features from rap stars like Jay-Z and Krazy Bone, the album doesn't hesitate to take a conscious approach to rap music in the 2000s with more southern sounds.

In this episode, Vance and Ahmad choose their top 3 tracks, discuss Dead Prez's impact on the culture, and talk about the need for more diversity in hip-hop.

We also talk about the Grammys, what we've been listening to recently, and how good Krazy Bone is.

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Welcome back to the Record Report Season 3!

Episode 3 is a real homecoming. We're reviewing Goldlink's debut studio album, At What Cost.

This project was pivotal to the DMV for many reasons. On paper, "Crew" is currently certified 6x Platinum by the RIAA and even earned a Grammy nomination in 2018. But each song on the 14-track LP provides a different side to the city through versatile sounds and a slew of talent from the area from Lil Dude to Mya.

We also have our special guest DJ Marauder in the building to talk about the making of At What Cost.

In this episode, we choose our top three tracks, and Marauder breaks all aspects of the album.

We also talk about how to truly build relationships in the DMV artist scene, Ray J, and what we've been listening to lately.

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Vance B. and Ahmad dug up Isaiah Rashad's "debut" album ,  The Sun's Tirade, released 4 years ago. 

In the latest episode of Record Report Podcast, Ahmad and Vance take an in-depth look at Atlanta rapper Trouble's debut studio album, Edgewood. Released in 2018 and mostly produced by Georgia’s own MikeWillMadeIt, this 16-track project tells a powerful story of theft, grit, and perseverance through a unique sonic landscape. Edgewood also features standout collaborations with stars like Drake, The Weeknd, and Boosie Badazz and was the only album to make the Billboard 200 before Trouble's untimely death in 2022.

Ahmad and Vance break down the album’s intricate production, discuss Boosie’s lasting influence on the rap industry, and reflect on the potential Trouble had if he had lived to see more of his career unfold. They also share what they’ve been listening to lately, chat about the greatness of Cowboy Carter, and dive into the unique world of Country Rap.

Listen now to explore Edgewood and hear the duo’s take on its legacy and impact.

#MusicPodcast #Trouble #Edgewood #AtlantaRap #MikeWillMadeIt #HipHop #PodcastTalk

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This week, we go back to listen to one of the greatest Hip Hop runs from a collective in the early-to-late 2000s. With Cam’ron coming off of his 3rd LP Come Home With Me, the Harlem MC wanted to dedicate a project to his prospective homies under the widely known collective, The Diplomats. With dope samples, rough lyrics, and bangers like “Dipset Anthem,” the debut LP from the Diplomats was a precursor to an era of culture inspired by a rather rambunctious group, but with the talent to match.

With both co-hosts rocking durags in respect of the project (and Vance drinking Shiraz out of the bottle), the two hosts choose their top three, talk about Dipsets’ run throughout the 2000s, Jim Jones’ impact in fashion and his current run a great music, and the Diplomat’s musical ties to the South during it’s early rise and impact on today's hip hop.

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Welcome back to the Record Report!

In this episode, we'll be taking a trip back over the pond, and back in time to review Cymande's self-titled debut, Cymande.

Dropping only a year after Funkadelic's Maggot Brain and long before other projects influenced the sound of the 1970s, Cymande is a project that uses several influences across the globe to create one of the earliest forms of funk music. Their story is told mainly through separate interviews and the documentary Getting It Back: The Story of Cymande.

Like they always do, Ahmad and Vance choose their Top 3 tracks, talk about the international elements behind the complex production, and why Cymande's music is one that many music (and hip-hop) lovers should give a listen.

We also talk about 'Like That', Amapiano, and take a look through Wale's Billboard charts stats.

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#Cymande #UK #London #HipHop #Samples #DeLaSoul #TheFugees #Dove #Amapiano #Radio #Podcast #Zion

For this week’s episode we revisited @Rapsody sophomore album “Laila's Wisdom”.  The grammy nominated album was a critical success and solidified Rapsody place in hip hop. Tune in and let us know how you feel about this album. Listen to more episodes here: linktr.ee/RecordReportPodcast. Follow us on Socials: @RecordReportPodcast

This one's for the day-one lifers and new listeners alike! In Episode 10 of Record Report Podcast, we take a deep dive into Pilot Talk, the 2010 album that solidified Curren$y as an independent rap icon. Released in July 2010, Pilot Talkemerged as a college dorm classic and reshaped the indie rap scene with its laid-back yet impactful sound. With unforgettable features from hip-hop heavyweights like Snoop Dogg, Devin the Dude, Mos Def, Jay Electronica, Mikey Rocks, Smoke DZA, and Big K.R.I.T, this project proved that Spitta was here to stay.

Hosts Ahmad (@Yo_Ahki) and Vance (@VanceB_) dissect what made Pilot Talk stand out in the landscape of 2010, analyzing its seamless production, standout verses, and the cultural shift it spurred. They also chat about how Megan Thee Stallion is keeping the legacy of Country Rap Tunes alive and share what they're currently listening to. If you’re familiar with Curren$y, get your planes ready for takeoff—this episode is for you.

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In 2004 , Snoop Dogg team up with Neptunes to reintroduce himself to the world and released R&G (Rhythm & Gangsta): The Masterpiece. Executive produced by The Neptunes and with production from Lil Jon, Alchemist, Hi-Tek and features from Nelly, Justin Timberlake, 50 Cent and more.  "Drop It Like It's Hot" was the lead single  and became Snoop's first #1 single. We revisited the album for this week's podcast. Lock in with us relive some of moments around this album.

We also talked about the greatness of Alchemist, Snoop rebranding post No Limit and Death Row and more+

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For this special B-Sides episode, Vance and Ahmad discussed the lawsuit and seemingly inevitable criminal charges towards Sean "Diddy" Combs and what this means for the future of Hip Hop.

Welcome back to the Record Report!

This week, we're going overseas to hear a rebel's sound.

We're talking about British artist M.I.A.'s 2013 Matangi to be exact.

M.I.A's career was at a very weird period in the later part of the Blog Era. While the artist's diverse array of sound helped contribute to the early rise of international influence in the 2000s, her success also made her a target for controversy. Fortunately, Matangi was both a daring response to her criticism while still also managing to get people of different backgrounds to the dancefloor.

In this episode, we choose our top three tracks, we talk about M.I.A's diverse musical connections to Hip Hop (maybe Baltimore Club Music), and talk how she's contributed to the rise of music across the globe in the modern era of music. Vance also talks about seeing Matangi up close at U Street Music Hall back when it first dropped in 2013.

we also talk about what we're listening to, and horrorcore from a Brotha with a wild name.

Shouts to DC To BC

Shouts to Kristina

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#MIA #Matangi #Britian #London #UK #Dance #HouseMusic #SuperBowl #NFL #Madonna #International #Radio #Podcast

Welcome back to the Record Report!

As we prepare for Season 4 (and 2024), we take some time to look back at the year and what we loved about the music world.

Vance and Ahmad choose their favorite artists of 2023, Hip-Hop's 50th anniversary, discuss the genre's influence in the modern music industry, and women's grasp of the game currently.

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"Yes, Lawd!" was released on October 21st, 2016 by NxWorries. Producer Knxwledge and Singer-Rapper Anderson. Paak came together to form NxWorries and spending  years creating this project. The combination of Knxwledge samples soulful samples and Anderson's sound bending vocals and creative lyrics are the perfect matches throughout the album. If you haven't listened to the album we hope you will after checking out this episode. 

We also talk about Freddie Gibbs ascension into rap's top echelon, Car Music, and much more. 

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Let’s take it back to 98’ real quick this week. This was a time where the East and West Coast reigned in the Hip Hop community, but the South had begun to build a name for itself thanks to unique artists like Cash Money, Outkast and Mystikal to name a few. More importantly, we only had one more year left until 2000 and no one really knew where the world would be . It didn’t help that Busta Rhymes scared the hell out of many with the intro of his 3rd LP Extinction Level Event: The Final World Front. The album boasted an apocalyptic theme, a horrifying intro, and the lead single Gimme Some Mo’s video showcasing an evil little blue monster for nightmare fuel. With this week’s guest Nicki Mayo (@NickiMayoNews), we take a look back at our top three songs from the album, Nicki talks about the time she saw Jay Z perform in the late 90s, and we also discuss Busta’s unique approach to hip hop at a time where the formula was developing, but still structured.

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50 Cent took over the world in 2002. He followed up by formally introducing the world to the group's first album "Beg For Mercy". Released at the end of 2003 as a follow up to Get Rich or Die Trying which was released earlier in the year. We revisted the album and relived some of the G-Unit mania from that era.

We also touched on Eminem being overrated, The average time when someone "runs" rap ++

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This week, we’re heading back to the 90s for Master P and TRU’s TRU 2 Da Game. The collective’s fourth LP together documents the talent of No Limit’s hottest including a young Silk Da Shocker, a lyrically destructive Mia X, and a dark figure in C-Murder among many other artists under the Louisiana-based label. For many people, Master P’s sound and rambunctious attitude on wax were a little too much. For others, his project tales and dope bangers made by Beats By The Pound helped elevate No Limit Records to mainstream appeal.

That leaves us with this episode on what we may consider arguably their throw-away project. Ahmad and Vance choose their normal top 3 while discussing No Limit’s dominance in the music industry, the flaws of DMCA enforcement, and how Mia X is undervalued as a rapper compared to household names of No Limit and the 90s/2000s.

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On November 23rd, 1999, Nas released his fourth album, "Nastradamus". Led by the singles "Nastradamus" and "You Owe Me" the album was a commercial success but was panned by critics and many fans. The album was his follow-up to "I Am" which was released in April of the same year.  Many of the songs were newly created due to album leaks prior to its release, those songs would eventually be released on Lost Tapes.

Join us as we revisit an album that is an interesting piece in the catalog of one of hip hop's greatest. 

We also touched on Nas vs Jay, Travis Scott taking Asap Rocky Lane, Kendrick Lamar vs Kanye, and much more.

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For our Season 2 premiere, we’re taking it back to the rise of TDE. This was a time when Kendrick was attracting ears with the acclaimed mixtape/album “Overly Dedicated,” and TDE was making a name for itself in the blog era of music. ScHoolboy Q wasn’t the star we know now in 2011, but Setbacks built the foundation for the artist that he has become. With its diverse sound, visceral lyrics, and outstanding features, Setbacks was yet another project that showed the depth on TDE’s roster as well as the many artists to work with the roster over the years.

As always, we talk about our top five tracks, but we take time to delve into what this album meant to us when we were students at Morgan State. We also talk about how TDE had the rise in the blog era, our time interviewing ScHoolboy Q for Strictly Hip Hop, and how one of modern music’s biggest indie record labels managed to maneuver for over a decade while managing relationships with the industry’s dopest artists.

Season 1 Giveaway happening soon!

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Welcome to Episode 3 of your favorite music podcast, The Record Report.

This week, we'll be taking a BUS RIDE (all puns intended) through Kaytranada's debut studio album, 99.9%.

Following a slew of SoundCloud flips to get people to the dancefloor in the early 2010s like his flip of Teedra Moses' track "Just Wanna Be Your Girl," Kaytranada was on a steady rise in the music industry. The hype only kicked into a second gear when he signed to XL Recordings in 2014 and the label eventually announced that he would drop a debut album. "LEAVE ME ALONE" was the lead single that most fans knew, but the Montreal producer had a knack for teasing tracks from 99.9% throughout several live mixes while touring, from Broccoli City Fest to Afropunk.

When 99.9% came out, the album met much-deserved critical and commercial acclaim for having such a refreshing sound in (what was at the time) the turning tide of music. However, what we didn't know coming back into it now is how much it's aged like a fine wine. Not only was Kaytra's debut a precursor for his historical Grammy-winning album BUBBA, but it included a wide variety of talent from young legends like Craig David and Phonte to artists that set the tone for the industry in the 2010s like Syd and Anderson .Paak.

For this episode, we choose our top 3 songs from 99.9%, talk about the album's importance to the electronic/house genre at that time, and give our flowers to several underrated artists who made a splash in the 2010s from River Tiber to BadBadNotGood.

We also talk about the lack of good R&B (from men) that doesn't focus mainly on sex, and mention what we listen to breaking shit in the gym.

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We're glad to see you again for episode 5 of the Record Report!

For this episode, we have Radio DJ and Skater SylvrDolla in the building to talk about Tyler, the Creator's 4th studio album, Flower Boy.

Releasing in the summer of 2017, the Grammy-nominated LP faced tough competition in the rap genre with projects like Jay Z's 4:44 and Kendrick Lamar's DAMN. However, with its list of stars to grace the album from Kalis Uchis to A$AP Rocky, Flower Boy made a statement that summer by debuting at #2 on the Billboard 200, and was met with critical acclaim.

As always, Ahmad, Vance, and SylvrDolla choose their Top 3 tracks, discuss behind-the-scenes notes from FLOWER BOY: a conversation, and find out how the project became a precursor to the Grammy-award winning follow-up Igor.

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9 years ago this week the world was introduced to Harlem's A$AP Rocky and A$AP Mob. With influences from Houston's Chopped and Screwed, Bone Thugs, and Three Six flows and Harlem natives like Max B and Dipset, Rocky ascended to one of the Blog era's first superstar. This  project also legitimized the blog era in its ability to transition artists from followers to fans. It was fun to revisit such a fun album. 

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This week on Record Report Podcast, we’re joined by special guests Dave (@TrapBasquiat) and Malcolm (@Malcolm_X) to take an in-depth journey through Stevie Wonder's 16th album, Innervisions. Released in 1973, this Grammy-winning masterpiece is a testament to Wonder’s genius, featuring socially conscious themes and groundbreaking musical innovations.

Unlike typical reviews, we break down each track, uncovering the unique stories and elements behind hits like “Living For The City” and “Don’t You Worry ’Bout a Thing.” The conversation dives deep into the lyrical power, musical intricacies, and Stevie’s revolutionary approach to sound and production.

We also explore how Innervisions influenced future generations of artists, discuss what’s currently on our listening radar, and even share our thoughts on Swizz Beatz’s Reeboks. Join hosts Ahmad (@Yo_Ahki) and Vance (@VanceB_) for this detailed discussion that brings new life to one of Stevie Wonder's most defining albums.

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Sometimes, music can bring together old ties that never break, and this week, our guest (@waxfroetic aka @aticketfortwo) was a friend from Morgan who experienced the rise of the greatest music collective of the 2010s, Odd Future. When the OF Tape Vol. 2  dropped back in 2011, the project showcased a much brighter and popular Odd Future compared to their previous projects while maintaining the darkness that artists like Tyler, the Creator have established with Bastard. It was also the only collective album to feature Frank Ocean as a member of the legendary group.

This week, the Co-Hosts and Special Guest choose their top 2, discuss the Grammys, and talk about how Odd Future is arguably the greatest music collective of the 2010s.

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Welcome back to another episode of The Record Report!

DISCLAIMER: This episode came out before the Kendrick Lamar vs Drake Beef picked up. If you want to hear our breakdown of the music that came out, peep our full breakdown episode

Anywho, for this week, we'll be taking a dark turn with a review of Kanye West's fourth studio album 808s & Heartbreak.

When this album dropped in 2008, it was a surprise for the music world. Kanye's previous projects were joyous and sometimes experimental but stuck within the forms of Hip-Hop.

However, after suffering the loss of his mother and a hard breakup with his then-girlfriend, 808s was a pivotal turn for the Chicago artist. Instead of using sampled beats to lay down clever rhymes relatable to his listeners, the project instead went into the realms of 80s Nu Wave with a minimalist tone to tell a story of pain and reflection.

With this episode's special guest Z (@ZTVInspire), the guys choose their top three tracks, talk about the criticism at the time of the project's release, and talk about how it eventually became a pillar of the Blog Era of music in the early 2010s.

They also talk about The Kendrick/Drake Beef, Mr. Hudson, and Lil Wayne using autotune.

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