Dead End Hip Hop

The official review of Drake’s ICEMAN is here.

With Rod back in the chamber, the crew finally sits down to break down one of the biggest rap releases of the year. Alongside Spike Lou joining for an additional perspective, the conversation covers everything surrounding the rollout, the music itself, and the massive response the album has received since release.

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Drake shocked the game by dropping THREE projects at once with HABITI, ICEMAN, and MAID OF HONOUR, and in this review, the crew focuses on breaking down HABITI track by track. From the production and standout moments to the replay value and Drake’s overall direction, we dive deep into whether this project stands out in the middle of one of the wildest rollouts of his career.

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Tonight, we react to Drake releasing three albums (48 songs) the possibility of him going independent, and his disses.

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Drake is back with ICEMAN, and Ken and FeeFo sat down for a full first reaction to one of the year's most talked about releases.

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In this week’s Ears To The Streets segment, the fellas highlight some of the best recently released projects that deserve more attention. From underrated drops to albums flying under the radar, these are the records we believe every hip hop fan should have on their playlist. If you’re looking for new music to check out and want to know which projects stood out to the crew, this is the segment for you. What albums have you been listening to lately? Let us know in the comments.

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In this Hip Hop Minute segment pulled from Episode 13 of the Dead End Hip Hop Podcast, we break down the recent debate sparked by former NBA players Kenyon Martin and Rashad McCants over whether Rick Ross has a stronger overall discography than Kendrick Lamar. Is this a legitimate argument, or does Kendrick’s catalog clearly separate him from Rozay? We dive into both artists’ bodies of work, their consistency, impact, and what makes this comparison so controversial among hip hop fans.

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In this conversation, we talk about the upcoming 30th anniversary of Reasonable Doubt (June 25th, 1996) and reflect on the impact the album had on hip hop culture, lyricism, storytelling, and the rise of Jay-Z as one of rap’s all time greats. We revisit standout records, legendary verses, the mafioso rap era, and discuss whether the album still holds up as one of the greatest rap debuts ever released. From its influence on generations of artists to the way fans view the project today, this is a full conversation on the legacy of a certified classic three decades later.

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In this conversation, we dive into The New York Times list of the greatest songwriters and break down some of the most surprising picks, questionable rankings, and undeniable legends that made the cut. From hip hop to pop to classic songwriting icons, we give our unfiltered thoughts on who deserved their spot, who was ranked too high, and who got left out completely. Expect strong opinions, debates, and a real discussion about what it actually means to be one of the greatest songwriters of all time.

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Dead End Hip Hop listens and reacts live to Deante Hitchcock's new album 'Junkie in the Sun.'

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