Don’t Quote Me

Boxing and MMA coach Aak Samson of the Tappin' In Podcast (with UFC fighter Philip Rowe) joins Don’t Quote Me to break down the Raja Jackson wrestling assault, offering expert analysis from a combat sports perspective while defending the stance that this incident should not be blamed on Black America, but instead highlights deeper issues with media narratives and business interests.

In this episode, battle rap legend Murda Mook sits down to talk about some of the biggest moments of his career and his life. From breaking down classic battles with Loaded Lux, Jae Millz, and Serius Jones, to speaking on almost-battles with French Montana and Drake, Mook keeps it raw and unfiltered.

He also opens up on a personal level about quitting alcohol, losing his mother, and how those experiences shaped the man he is today. Known as the “Jordan of Battle Rap,” Mook reflects on his legacy, Dot Mob, underrated rappers, and even gives us his Top 5 MCs of all-time.

If you’re a fan of hip hop, battle rap history, or just want to hear a legend speak his truth, this episode is a must-watch.

Timestamps:

0:00 Intro

4:17 Mook vs Detroit

6:36 Jordan of Battle Rap

14:00 Party Arty Battle

16:06 Jae Millz Battle

22:46 Loaded Lux Battle

28:19 Serius Jones Battle

33:11 Mook vs Drake

42:20 Quitting Alcohol

47:33 Losing Mother

52:19 Longest Round

57:40 Dot Mob

1:01:20 Underrated Rappers

1:08:49 Mook vs French Montana

1:12:36 World Series of Hip Hop

01:15:20 Du Rag The Old Murda

1:21:21 Top 5 Emcees

Queens rapper Kyah Baby joins DQM for a powerful conversation about her journey through life and music. She opens up about her time in prison, shares her perspective on NY rap politics, the changing Queens sound, and the challenges of going indie vs. signing a record deal. We also dive into ghostwriting, authenticity in hip-hop, and her new project - including the story behind her remake of “Missing You” with R&B legend Case.

Timestamps

0:00 Intro

4:58 Rapping + Working

8:16 Playing Ball + WNBA

14:28 NY Politics

16:38 NY sound changing

18:41 Queens is mysterious

21:56 Indie vs Record Deal

23:45 Ghostwriting

30:14 Lying in your Raps

33:44 The Hair

39:06 Going to Prison

48:24 Song with Case

51:50 New Project

6:08 Trivia

What’s it like to grow up with Jay-Z as your uncle… and then build your own legacy in the music industry?

In this episode of Don’t Quote Me, we sit down with Rel Carter - Roc Nation’s Director of Artist Partnerships (and JAY-Z’s nephew) for an unfiltered conversation about the state of A&Rs, navigating the industry without relying on family ties, Roc Nation’s roster, and hip-hop culture at large.

From Clipse at Roc Nation to J. Cole, Solo Funds, and his take on battle rap matchups like Twork vs. Lux, Rel shares stories, industry insight, and even gives us his thoughts on whether or not Jay-Z will ever rap again.

Timestamps:

0:00 Intro

0:59 Cast

4:06 Are A&Rs Extinct?

9:16 Not Relying on Jay-Z

11:50 Roc Nation Managment

14:33 Solo Funds

17:39 Clipse Roc Nation

20:18 What Celebs Made You Fan Out

32:52 JAY-Z IS YOUR UNCLE

35:29 Roc Nation Rumors

37:38 J. Cole

39:06 Video Games

44:27 Battle Rap

49:46 Twork vs Lux

1:02:04 Industry Rappers Battling

1:05:29 Ghostwriters

1:12:46 Will Jay Rap Again?

1:13:28 Trivia

In this episode, legendary New Orleans rapper 3D Na’Tee sits down with the pod to discuss the ins and outs of the music industry and her deep family history.

Executive Producer for Ray Daniels Presents, Jack Danz joins the pod to talk about the viral Nas vs Jim Jones moment and start an Atlanta Mt. Rushmore argument that had the pod going crazy!

The pod sits down with legendary rapper CL Smooth to discuss his career, relationships and perspective on rap’s current events.

In this episode, the winner of season 2 of Netflix’s hit show Rhythm + Flow, DreTL joins the pod!  We speak about his journey being an overnight rap sensation, UK legend Skepta calling out all US rappers and the top 30 rappers under 30.

DreTL joins the pod to break down the newest project from the legendary rap group.

In this episode, the DQM recreates the classic trivia game show. This one is hilarious!