Don't Alert The Stans

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For this week’s episode, it is considerably shorter than usual due to technical difficulties but nonetheless Eden, Nic and Sope bring the same vim, hilarity and knowledge that you’ve come to expect. Kicking off the news this week is Taylor Swift’s decision to re-record her entire back catalogue as a way of combatting Scooter Braun profiting off her masters. Sope in particular ponders whether this will actually do anything in the grand scheme of things. Next up, the boys delve deep into the ongoing and continued fallout from Jay Z’s partnership with the NFL, breaking down the latest reactions from Cardi B, Freddie Gibbs, Dame Dash and Colin Kapernick’s attorney. In what seems to be an occurrence of no research or vetting, the boys confusingly wonder why Rihanna will be honouring Shaun King at her next Diamond Ball Charity Event. Rounding off the news is the announcement that Stormzy and Maya Jama have broken up and the allegations that a Jorja Smith affair was the catalyst.

Not one to miss!

Sope’s Listens for the Week:

·         Kiana Lede - Myself

·         Kiana Lede - Selfless

·         King Combs - Cyncerely C3

·         Jorja Smith - Beautiful Little Fools

·         Kindness Feat. Jazmine Sullivan & Sampha - Hard To Believe

Nicolas’s Listens for the Week:

·         Rapsody - Eve

Eden’s Listens for the Week:

·         N/A

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Intro Music by: @Jmzofficial

Artwork designed by: @_manlikemike

Audio edit and master by: @prodbyzie

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Welcome back to Don’t Alert the Stans! For this week’s episode the boys are joined by UK Hip-Hop artist/producer Kadiata. In addition to churning out incredible songs for himself like ‘Margherita’ and ‘Goodnight’, he has also helmed songs for the likes of Sam Wise, Che Lingo, Mirra May and Jgrrey. Inspired by one of Eden’s suggestions, the boys speak about songs and artists guaranteed to elevate their moods. Kicking off the news section is Chance The Rapper’s recent thread on Twitter alleging that the public are driving him to be suicidal because of the polarising reaction to his debut album (23:40). Next up, the boys weigh in on the massive spread of ‘Greatest Rapper’ lists that have been making waves on social media (37:07). Rounding off the news section is an extended conversation on Mahalia’s back and forth with a Twitter troll, who insinuated that she is emblematic of a problem the British music industry has with propping up lightskinned R&B female singers (59:05). Concluding the episode is an interview with Kadiata (1:22:20). Delving deep into the semantics around pop music, how he approaches producing for himself versus other artists, the thought process behind his visuals and much more. Not one to miss! 

Sope’s Listens for the Week: 

· Teyana Taylor Feat. King Combs – How You Want It? 

Nicolas’s Listens for the Week: 

· Rick Ross – Port Of Miami 2

· Anders - Bossy 

Eden’s Listens for the Week:

· Snoh Aalegra – Feels 

· Vibbar – Sun Junipero 

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Welcome back to Don’t Alert the Stans!

For this week’s episode a scathing review of Chance The Rapper’s debut album ‘The Big Day’ starts off proceedings. The boys evaluate the reaction on social media compared to the praise from traditional media platforms (00:17:33). Kicking off the news topic is an update on A$AP Rocky’s trial following his recent release from prison in Sweden (00:36:29). Lil Nas X officially has the longest running no.1 single of all time and the boys weigh in on how the pervasiveness of streaming has lessened the significance of setting and breaking records (00:40:24). Ramz’s revelation that he is now seeking professional help in wake of the fear that he was suicidal sparks Eden to lead a discussion on the dangers of cyberbullying (00:52:55). Wrapping things up is an ironic dissection of Iggy Azalea’s sophomore album ‘In My Defense’ in light of her disappointment about it flopping on Billboard (01:04:10).

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Welcome back to Don’t Alert the Stans!

AND WE BACK! ISSA NEW SEASON!

For the first episode of Season 3, the boys share their thoughts on Alex From Glasto’s debut single and the implications of having a respected platform for Black British music like GRM Daily premiering the track. Sope and Nic reflect on their time at the 2019 Essence Music Festival in New Orleans and recount their experiences watching legendary acts like Mary J. Blige, New Edition and Missy Elliott in addition to newer acts like Lucky Daye and Normani. In light of Mel B’s comments that Jessie J is “overrated”, the boys put their two pence on the sentiment that the UK allegedly failed Jessie J’s career. Arguably the biggest topic of the week, Eden leads a discussion on ASAP Rocky officially being charged with aggravated assault and the complicated issue as to whether black people should be rallying for him in light of his problematic views on police brutality and black women. Rounding things off is the boys evaluating why Tyler, The Creator deserved to beat DJ Khaled to the number one spot on Billboard. 

Not one to miss!

Sope’s Listens for the Week:

·  Beyoncé – The Lion King: The Gift

Nicolas’s Listens for the Week:

·  Emotional Oranges – Don’t Be Lazy

·  Bryson Tiller - Blame

Eden’s Listens for the Week:

·  Meron T and Sey G – Hunny

·  Roots Manuva – Brand New Second Hand

·  TE Dness – Full Circle

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Welcome back to Don’t Alert the Stans!

Welcome back to the second installment of our Season 2 finale. In this episode we continue our conversation with DJ and Presenter Smoothfuego. For this in-depth interview segment Eden, Nic and Sope ask Smoothfuego about the genesis of his 360RNB initiative with an insight into planning behind their debut live show. The state of UK R&B and how is it received in comparison to the US market is discussed while  also trying to pin down why London is recognized as the only hub for talent in the UK. The boys also ask about how the changes Smoothfuego has seen in the DJ scene as the barriers to entry have slowly and slowly become less restricting. All the while dropping names and gems of new and upcoming artists we all should have on our radars.

Not one to miss!

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Intro Music by: @Jmzofficial

Artwork designed by: @NutCaseStudios

Episode recorded at: @Squaresuite

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Welcome back to Don’t Alert the Stans!

For the final episode of the season, the guys are joined by DJ and Presenter Smoothfuego. In addition to appearing on BBC 1xtra several times, he is the founder of 360RnB. Kicking things off this week is a continued look into the lack of diversity in music clubs. Smoothfuego imparts his wisdom, explaining his experiences as a DJ and why this happens (00:04:17). Moving onto the news section, Megan Thee Stallion’s awkward Mother’s Day interview is discussed as the boys consider the lack of research done by journalists today (01:05:00). Britney Spears’ ongoing battles with her mental health and the alleged suspect actions of her family is at the forefront again in the wake that she might retire from music altogether (01:20:00). Wrapping things up is 2019 BET Award nominations as the boys give their predictions on who will reign supreme in each category and question why certain artists were nominated at all (01:31:13).

Not one to miss!

Sope’s Listens for the Week:

·         Ari Lennox – Shea Butter Baby

·         Megan Thee Stallion – Tina Snow

·         Rico Nasty – Anger Management

·         Vivian Green – A Love Story

Nicolas’s Listens for the Week:

·         Collard - Unholy

·         Megan Thee Stallion - Fever

·         Emotional Oranges – The Juice, Vol 1

Eden’s Listens for the Week:

·         Tame Implala – Currents

·         WSTRN – Medusa

·         Tyler, The Creator – IGOR

·         Santi – Mandy & The Jungle

Smoothfuego’s Listens for the Week:

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Intro Music by: @Jmzofficial

Artwork designed by: @NutCaseStudios

Episode recorded at: @Squaresuite

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Welcome back to Don’t Alert the Stans!

For this week’s episode, Nic and Sope kick things off having an Ari Lennox appreciation session following the release of her long-awaited debut album (00:02:10). Nic then leads a discussion about the UK club scene and its frequent lack of diversity in the DJ’s sets (00:11:28). Kicking off the news section this week is Justin Bieber’s nonsensical comments not only defending Chris Brown but saying he’s a composite of Michael Jackson and Tupac (01:11:32). Rounding things up is the announcement that Rolling Stone will soon be launching their own set of charts in order to rival Billboard (01:30:12). Not one to miss!

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Welcome back to Don’t Alert the Stans!

For this week’s episode, Jay Z’s controversial freestyle about gentrification kicks off the news segment. Eden, Nic and Sope consider whether the backlash is coming from a place of misplaced semantics or is it promoting the idea that black people should mirror the behaviours of white supremacist capitalists (00:21:48). Once again, Chris Brown has involved himself in drama after lashing out at the band CHVRCHES after criticising Marshmello for working with (00:52:15). This then leads to lengthy debate about Chris Brown’s overall career trajectory as the boys weigh up whether Chris has the ability to make a quality album in 2019 and more importantly if he even has quality albums in his discography at the moment (01:05:42). Next up is Remy Ma’s current legal woes in the wake of the news that she turned herself into the police after allegedly violating her probation by assaulting another woman (01:29:30). Concluding the episode is a short and sweet review of the 2019 Billboard Music Awards where Nic has a few choice words for one Taylor Swift and in true Sope form, he praises Mariah Carey for being honoured with the Icon Award (01:40:00). 

Not one to miss!

Sope’s Listens for the Week:

· Diana Ross – The Boss

· Diana Ross – Lady Sings The Blues Soundtrack

Nicolas’s Listens for the Week:

· Ramriddlz – Ramreaper

· Eli Sostre- Glass

Eden’s Listens for the Week:

· V – Luv U

· Frankie Stew and Harvey Gunn – The Lakes

· Jordan Rakei – Say Something

· Kaiit – Live From Her Room

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Intro Music by: @Jmzofficial

Artwork designed by: @NutCaseStudios

Episode recorded at: @Squaresuite

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