Glasses Malone is back with a bonus episode (joined by Peter Bas, Norm Steele and Joey Westeside) unpacking the recent battle between Kendrick Lamar and Drake. They analyze the songs and strategies used by both artists and highlight the importance of cultural awareness and authenticity in hip-hop. They praise Kendrick for staying true to his cultural sound and creating impactful records, the concept of time pressure in battle rap and its effect on record-making. They also touch on the impact of Drake's success on the opportunities for artists from the ghetto and the role of bias in media coverage and much more. Tune in and join the conversation in the socials below. 

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