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For this week’s episode, Sope & Eden discuss Bryson Tiller’s recently released projects ‘T R A P S O U L (Deluxe)’ and ‘Anniversary’. They consider as to why he’s struggling to evolve as an artist and the cause for the dip in quality. This is quickly followed by a #RespectingLegends session as Sope revels in the majesty of Mariah Carey’s new album of unreleased gems ‘The Rarities’ (19:00). Kicking off the news agenda this week is two of the UK’s most formidable MCs; Chip and Stormzy. Chip put out two diss tracks against Stormzy after it was revealed that the BRIT-Award winner attempted to roll up on him at his home (39:24). The Muslim community found itself in uproar following the controversial inclusion of sacred Islamic verses in Rihanna’s Savage x Fenty fashion show (59:55). At long last, after three months of speculation and varying accounts, Tory Lanez has officially been charged with the shooting of Megan Thee Stallion and is facing up to 22 years in prison (01:08:38).

Not one to miss!

Sope’s Listens for the Week:

• Mariah Carey - The Rarities

• Bryson Tiller - T R A P S O U L (Deluxe)

• Amber Riley - BGE

• Giveon - When It’s All Said & Done

Nic’s Listens for the Week:

• Joji - Nectar

Eden’s Listens for the Week:

• Giveon - When It’s All Said & Done

• Thundercat - It Is What It Is

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For this week’s episode, the boys are joined by Joey Akan, one of the leading voices covering contemporary African music. A journalist, writer and media consultant, Joey is the Founder/CEO of Afrobeats Intelligence. He has also contributed to the likes of The Fader, The New York Times, OkayAfrica, Highsnobiety, CNN, DJ Booth and many others. As there is no news agenda this week, the boys dedicate the lion share of this week’s episode to an in-depth interview with Joey where they discuss the milestones and watershed moments that led to Afrobeats current renaissance. Elsewhere they muse on the influence and impact of US/UK artists borrowing from African music on African nations itself, the perception of lesser known and lesser acclaimed African genres like alte, gqom, highlife and juju and much more! (43:04).

Not one to miss!

Sope’s Listens for the Week:

• Durand Bernarr – Dur&

• RILEY - BGE

Nic’s Listens for the Week:

• 21 Savage x Metro Boomin - Savage Mode III

Eden’s Listens for the Week:

• Bryson Tiller – Anniversary

• dvsn – A Muse In Her Feeligns

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For this week’s episode, the boys kick things off by celebrating the return of Channel U. A childhood staple in all their lives, the boys reflect on their memories and experiences with the channel, while putting forth ideas about how they should position themselves in 2020 (00:19:20). Lupe Fiasco caused enormous debate among Hip-Hop purists and Gen Z fans online when he tweeted that he’s a better lyricist than Kendrick Lamar. Spurring a discussion about what constitutes “real lyricism” and whether elitist and classist ideals play a part these designations (00:38:30). Acclaimed music institution Rolling Stone recently unveiled their new and revised list of the ‘The 500 Greatest Albums of All Time’, updating the so-called definitive music canon to be more inclusive of people of colour and women. The boys revel in the some of the new additions of particular artists and genres, but they also point out the arbitrary nature of lists like this. What purpose do they serve in this day and age? (01:08:02). Rounding off the episode this week is Tory Lanez who has controversially decided to address the Megan Thee Stallion allegations by releasing an album of passive-aggressive and self-centred tracks (01:41:03).

Sope’s Listens for the Week:

• Durand Bernarr – Dur&

• Devin Morrison - Bussin

• Devin Morrison - Kiss

• Pieces of A Dream - Warm Weather

Nic’s Listens for the Week:

• J.I the Prince of N.Y – Painless

• J.I the Prince of N.Y – Hood Scars 2

• J.I the Prince of N.Y – Proud Of Me

• Slayter – Up The Score feat. 22Gz & Maxo Kream

• Slayter – Who Gone Love You

Eden’s Listens for the Week:

• Raveena - Lucid

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For this week’s episode, Eden sets off proceedings by asking Sope a series of questions pertaining to his day to day experiences as a Black man working in Music PR (00:04:56). During the listens section, a spontaneous discussion surrounding Ne-Yo is sparked as the boys ponder over why he fell off and why he’s not celebrated in the same manner as Usher, Chris Brown or Trey Songz (00:44:01). Kicking off the news section this week is the latest edition of #VERZUZ which saw Gladys Knight go head to head with Patti LaBelle. As the resident uncle of the show, Sope reels off both his favourite moments and his displacement at some of the track selections (00:58:09). It is becoming more and more apparent that various media and music companies are starting to become one in the same. The recent acquisition of Hip-Hop DX by Warner Music brings into question, ideas about re-establishing gatekeepers and the free market (01:15:16). Rounding up the episode is none other than Kanye West. Eden & Sope manage to comb through oodles of his tweets to examine his recent revelations about the thorny contracts he’s attempting to exit. While also looking at how his mental health and polarising reputation makes it hard for people to take him seriously even though he’s shining a light on issues that deserve attention (01:40:05).

Sope’s Listens for the Week:

• Khruangbin - Moredchai

• Ledisi - The Wild Card

• Toni Braxton - Spell My Name

• Ne-Yo - Drinks Up

Nic’s Listens for the Week:

• N/A

Eden’s Listens for the Week:

• Durand Bernarr - Dur8

• Usher - Bad Habits

• Devin Morrison Feat. Alex Isley - Kiss

• Devin Morrison - Bussin

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For this week’s episode, the boys are joined by Stefan Bertin who works as a celebrity hairstylist and groomer. Previous clients include Letitia Wright, Kehlani, Alexandra Burke, Katy Perry, Vogue, Harper's Bazaar, Gucci, Farfetch, Chanel and more. Kicking off this week’s news agenda is a story that illuminates Sope and Stefan’s mutual bond as Uncle’s; the announcement that soul legends Gladys Knight and Patti LaBelle will be going head to head for the next #VERZUS (27:09). Tory Lanez has finally broken his silence regarding the shooting of Megan Thee Stallion and his response has been received less than favourably (44:55). The 2020 Rated Awards recently took place and as Nic reads out the nominees/winners, it’s evident that Eden is confused at some of the artists who were crowned this year (1:03:00). Rounding up this week’s episode is an in-depth interview with Stefan where he discusses the historic ties between music and iconic hairstyles over the years, the importance hair plays in the development of an artist’s image and marketing, his blossoming working relationship with Letitia Wright and his adoration for Mary J. Blige and Ledisi (1:45:17).

Not one to miss!

Sope’s Listens for the Week:

• SZA – Hit Different

• SZA - CTRL

• Disclosure – ENERGY

• Victoria Monet - Moment

Nic’s Listens for the Week:

• Galimatias – Renaissance Boy

Eden’s Listens for the Week:

• Murkage Dave – Murkage Dave Saved My Life

• Khruangbin - Mordechai

Stefan’s Listens for the Week:

• Toni Braxton – Spell My Name

• Ledisi – The Wild Card

• Brasstracks – Golden Ticket

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In this weeks episode, Nic and Eden celebrate as Nic publishes new pieces for The Face, and Paper Magazine. As the episode progresses the boys discuss finding your purpose in your career and the controversy following Joe Budden’s allegations against Spotify. This leads to a conversation about ownership, and the dangers of the music and podcast industry when you are negotiating long-term contracts without understanding your positioning. Following this the boys discuss the Adele controversy and whether it could be classified as appropriation or appreciation. As the conversation continues they then delve into Britney Spears conservatorship issues, as she backs the #FreeBritney movement, and lastly the boys discuss the growing war between tech giants as Amazon, Google, Spotify and Youtube battle for your attention, data and more. Not one to miss!

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After a nearly three-month hiatus, Eden, Sope and Nic are back! Season 5 is finally here and is rightly kicking off with a jam-packed episode. Proceedings begin on a sombre note as the boys express their feelings about the sudden death of Chadwick Boseman (02:23). During the listen’s session, Eden and Nic have an in-depth discussion around the many shortcomings on Burna Boy’s new album ‘Twice As Tall’ (16:30). The unexpected announcement that R&B legends and long-term rivals Brandy and Monica will be coming together to participate in the latest edition of #VERZUZ sets off this week’s news agenda (37:31). Next up is 50 Cent, who once again has caused a stir online following comments stating that cancel culture appears to target straight men. (50:35). Rounding off the episode is a news topic that transitions into the return of #GroupchatConvos. Aaliyah’s estate has announced that they have begun preliminary discussions which could see Aaliyah’s catalogue finally make its way to streaming services. Off the back of this, Sope leads a discussion venting his frustrations about social media users who use Aaliyah’s death to berate and delegitimise other female artists such as Beyonce, Rihanna, Ciara and Ashanti (1:11:19).

Sope’s Listens for the Week:

• N/A

Nic’s Listens for the Week:

• Bree Runway - Gucci

• Mulatto – Queen Of Da Souf

Eden’s Listens for the Week:

• Nines - Crabs in a Bucket

• Burna Boy – Twice As Tall

• Jayla Darden- Ideas, Vol 2

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In circumstances that almost made it impossible, we have reached the season finale! Kicking off Season 4’s conclusion is the controversy surrounding Capital Xtra’s Yinka Bokinni and Shayna Marie Birch-Campbell. The two breakfast show hosts have criticised their parent company Global Radio for not taking a strong enough stance on the #BlackLivesMatter movement. Next up is Austin Daboh who has left his role at Apple Music for an Executive Vice President position at Atlantic Records UK. Led by Nic, the boys consider what a black man in such a high-powered role will mean for the landscape of black music in England. Rounding up the episode is The Recording Academy who have announced a number of puzzling changes to the names of several GRAMMY categories.

Not one to miss!

Sope’s Listens for the Week:

• Beverley Knight – Who I Am

• Toni Braxton - I Don't Want To (Frankie Knuckles Original Edited Mix)

• Buddy - Black 2

• Azealia Banks - Black Madonna

Nic’s Listens for the Week:

• Lil Yachty – Lil Boat 3

• Pop Smoke Feat. Rowdy Rebel – Make It Rain

• Hare Sqeuad Feat. EDEN – DISLOYAL WTF

• Novelist – Stay With Me

Eden’s Listens for the Week:

• Pa Salieu – Betty

• Pa Salieu – Hit The Block

• Pa Salieu – Frontline

• Ginette Claudette – Onto Something

• Tamu Oaks – Red Curtains

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For this week’s episode, the ongoing racial tensions clamouring the world at present, once again trickle into the show’s itinerary. Kicking off this week’s news agenda, is the #BlackOutTuesday movement that took place across the music industry. Eden, Nic & Sope share their concerns around its legitimacy and how it can effectively play a part in the fight for black liberation. The self-proclaimed ‘Da Baddest Bitch’ Trina was in hot water this past week, when she voiced her disgust at the Miami #BlackLivesMatter protests and riots in support of George Floyd and Breonna Taylor. Rounding up the news junket this week, is the announcement that Republic Records have decided that they are to completely do away with the racially-coded term ‘urban’ at every facet of the company.

Not one to miss!

Sope’s Listens for the Week:

• Fred Hammond - A Closer Walk, A Song of Strength

• Mary J Blige – I Never Wanna Live Without You

• Kirk Franklin - Revolution, Silver & Gold

• Solange – A Seat At The Table

• Donny Hathaway & Roberta Flack - Be Real Black For Me, Come Ye Disconsolate.

Nic’s Listens for the Week:

• Gunna - Wunna

• Chiiild – Synthetic Soul

Eden’s Listens for the Week:

• Kano – Hoodies All Summer

• @Theyhavetherange – Instagram Profile

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For this week’s episode, Eden, Nic & Sope break away from their regularly light-hearted disposition to express support for the #BlackLivesMatter movement. The boys individually share their thoughts on the recent murders of George Floyd, Tony McDade, Breonna Taylor, Belly Mujinga and Ahmaud Arbery. Circling back to regular proceedings, the news agenda begins with the news that Megan Thee Stallion has finally topped the Billboard Hot 100 with the remix of ‘Savage’ featuring Beyoncé. Next up, the boys debate the significance of a massive Hip-Hop conglomerate like Def Jam Recordings opening a subsidiary of their label dedicated to African artists. Closing the episode is an in-depth dissection of Doja Cat’s official response(s) to the many allegations of white supremacist and self-hating behaviour surrounding her in the last few weeks.

Not one to miss!

Sope’s Listens for the Week:

• Chante Moore - Wey U

• Lucky Daye Feat. Chronixx & Medisun - Roll Some Mo Reggae Remix

• Lucky Daye - Shoulda

Nicolas’s Listens for the Week:

• Tems – These Days

Eden’s Listens for the Week:

• Ms Dynamite – A Little Deeper

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