Fly Fidelity

By THE FLY FIDELITY PODCAST

What's Fly Fidelity about?

Hosted by Luke Bailey, The Fly Fidelity Podcast is a weekly podcast featuring thoughtful, layered, and intellectually adventurous conversations with some of hip hops most brilliant and impactful minds. Produced by Luke Bailey & Dale Lewis for Fly Fidelity Media

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Fly Fidelity episodes:

06.23.2024
Wavy Bagels & DRIVEBY (Episode 87, S7)
Wavy Bagels and DRIVEBY take us behind the wheel and into the driver’s seat to discuss their collaborative journey and what fuelled the making of their album, “A CARFULL”. What happens when there are too many bagels in a 2006...
06.16.2024
Lee Scott (Episode 86, S7)
Rapper/producer Lee Scott joins us for a candid conversation to capture the essence of his practice and heart of his latest self-produced album, "To Tame a Dead Horse"
05.27.2024
Heems & Lapgan (Episode 85, S7)
Heems and Lapgan make a perfect combination. After a six year hiatus, the former Das Racist rapper recently teamed up with the Chicago-based producer/beatmaker for his latest album, "LAFANDAR". With a renewed focus, Heemy joins us alongside Lapgan to discuss...
05.19.2024
Serengeti (Episode 84, S7)
From MF DOOM to Slim Shady to Dr Octagon, hip-hop has a long history of artists with multiple personas, but none so charming or whimsical as Kenny Dennis –Serengeti's loveable mustachioed Chicagoan. Last month, the prolific Illinois native released the...
05.04.2024
Gabe Nandez (Episode 83, S7)
Gabe Nandez is a tour de force. After quietly releasing three top-tier projects last year, the New York based rapper returned last month with the Wino Willy helmed Object Permanence on POW Recordings. With a renewed focus, Nandez joins...
04.07.2024
Angry Blackmen (Episode 82, S7)
Fresh off a trip to NYC, we're back with a brand new episode, featuring special guests Quentin Branch and Brian Warren of Angry Blackmen. Learn about the lore and labour of love that went into the making of their latest...
03.18.2024
Marv Won (Episode 81, S7)
This week we're joined by Detroit's Marv Won, a dual threat MC/producer, who after much anticipation, is set to drop his Mello Music Group debut, I'm Fine Thanks for Asking. In this conversation Marv speaks on his forthcoming project, working...
03.10.2024
Benny Boom (Episode 80, S6)
This week Benny Boom discusses growing up in Philadelphia, how a chance encounter led him to working for Spike Lee's 40 Acres, assisting Hype Williams as AD, directing his first music video for Channel Live, making videos for artists such...
02.18.2024
Blockhead (Episode 79, S6)
Prolific producer Blockhead makes his long awaited appearance on the podcast to discuss his latest album -'THE AUX' - and everything between! Produced by: Dale Lewis and Luke Bailey for Fly Fidelity Media Art direction: Mango Shark About: Hosted by Luke Bailey, The...
02.08.2024
DJ Semtex (Episode 78, S6)
We sat down with DJ Semtex to discuss his roots in radio, some of his most impactful interviews to date, as well as his plans to release new music! Produced by: Dale Lewis and Luke Bailey for Fly Fidelity Media Art direction:...
01.29.2024
Kid Acne (Episode 77, S6)
WE'RE BACK! Our first episode of 2024 features a conversation with artist, illustrator, print-maker and emcee, Kid Acne. Fresh from another home-run with Spectacular Diagnostics ; we discuss and unpack his latest album, as well as his artistic perspective on...
12.24.2023
25 Years Of Heist Of The Century with Special Guest La The Darkman (Episode 76, S6)
Go inside the making and mythology of HEIST OF THE CENTURY —La The Darkman's classic '98 Supreme Team Entertainment debut. Commemorating its twenty five year anniversary, we're joined by Lason 'La The Darkman' Jackson to discuss its creation, freestyling...
12.10.2023
Daniel Isenberg & Evan Auerbach (Episode 75, S6)
This week, we're joined by authors of Do Remember!: The Golden: The Golden Era Of NYC Hip-Hop Mixtapes –Daniel Isenberg and Evan Auerbach– to talk about their own amazing mixtape stories, as well as explore the history, impact, and on-going...
10.29.2023
Elliott Wilson (Episode 74, S6)
This week, Elliott Wilson joins us to talk about his unique journey disrupting the media space for over three decades. From Beat Down to Ego Trip–to The Source to XXL–to Rap Radar and beyond, we discuss his incredible contributions in...
10.16.2023
Part Three: Noah Callahan-Bever (Episode 73, S6)
For two and a half decades Noah Callahan-Bever's confident, compelling and no-nonsense contributions to hip hop's media space have left an inimitable mark. This week, we're concluding our interview with the third and final part in our mini-series, exploring his...
09.25.2023
Part Two: Noah Callahan-Bever (Episode 72, S6)
We're back for Part 2 of our conversation with Noah Callahan-Bevan (Idea Generation) If you haven't listened to Part 1, we suggest doing that first, because it provides the framework for the career milestones we cover on this episode: (1)...
09.17.2023
Part One: Noah Callahan-Bever (Episode 71, S6)
Noah Callahan-Bever (Idea Generation) joins us for part one of a two-part discussion exploring his unique journey and the creative work of publications Ego Trip, Vibe and Blaze that paved the way for hip hop to finesse its way into...
09.03.2023
King Kashmere (Episode 70, S5)
"F**k with your boy Judas Ascariot, who came back swinging - whipping the super chariot” This week, we're joined by King Kashmere for an in-depth chat about his latest album: The Album to End All Alien Abductions! Produced by: Dale Lewis and...
08.06.2023
Part Two: Walasia Shabazz (Episode 69, S5)
We're concluding part-one of our wide-ranging conversation with Walasia Shabazz (AKA Allah's Reflection) with an explosive and in-depth follow up in which we discuss her career milestones, including managing MF DOOM's career during his most important era, her role as...
07.23.2023
Part One: Walasia Shabazz (Episode 68, S5)
This week–we're featuring a conversation with Walasia Shabazz AKA Allah's Reflection (FKA Miranda Jane Neidlinger) in part one of a two-part podcast. Known as one of the founding editors of Complex and a former editor of STRESS and The Source,...
07.16.2023
Nappy Nina (Episode 67, S5)
This week we're joined for an intimate chat with one of hip hop's truly unique voices - Brooklyn based rapper/producer - Nappy Nina! Produced by: Dale Lewis and Luke Bailey for Fly Fidelity Media Art direction: Mango Shark About: Hosted by Luke Bailey,...
07.09.2023
Asher Roth (Episode 66, S5)
A product of the blog era and a 2009 XXL Freshman, Asher Roth was among a group of MC's making an impact at the tail-end of the 2000's. This episode we're joined by Roth for a candid conversation about reinvention,...
06.25.2023
Jeff & Eric Rosenthal (Episode 65, S5)
This week-we're dissecting the discourse of blogs and their impact between 2007-2012 when hip-hop met the internet. Collectively known as ItsTheReal, Jeff and Eric Rosenthal join us to talk about their 10-part docu-style audio series The Blog Era and remember...
06.18.2023
Slug (Episode 64, S5)
This week on Fly Fidelity, we welcome back Slug for an enlightening and very meaningful conversation about the latest Atmosphere album–So Many Other Realities Exist Simultaneously. We talk about the sequential events that shaped its conceptualisation, following the flow of...
06.04.2023
King Vision Ultra (Episode 63, S5)
This week we're featuring one of the most compelling artists today— King Vision Ultra—AKA PTP founder Geng—who makes his much anticipated second appearance on the pod. Described as a NYC story of many NYC stories, we discuss his culture-shifting latest...
05.28.2023
Fly Fidelity Presents: Hip Hop Cymru Wales (S2, Episode Two)
This episode, we're graced by two generations of Newbridge, namely, the co-founder of The Welsh Open B-Boy Champs - Lee Davies (FKA CLD Crazy) -and B-boy/dance coach -Tommy Boost. Truly trailblazing, Lee and Tommy have done it all, ranging from facilitating spaces for...
05.28.2023
Fly Fidelity Presents: Hip Hop Cymru Wales(S2, Episode Three)
With backgrounds that have pushed the boundaries of the form in ways that few have, Lee James (AKA B-Boy Melee) and Uprock Addict members Bryce Davies (FKA Tumbleweed) and Kwam Chang (AKA Kwamikaze) have collectively been responsible for upholding a gold-standard in the art of breaking in Wales. We discuss their...
05.28.2023
Fly Fidelity Presents: Hip Hop Cymru Wales (S2, Episode Four)
In this rare interview, Elemental Force honcho Charlie Barker (AKA Slammo) breaks his silence and speaks to his humble beginnings and early inspirations as a breaker. We also talk about his contributions and impact on the scene, as well his...
05.28.2023
Fly Fidelity Presents: Hip Hop Cymru Wales (S2, Season Finale)
On our season finale, we get candid about the next generation and future of breakin' with special guests, including: Emma Mallam (AKA Galmal), Motion Control Dance, Rosanna Carless (AKA, Michael Glasgow (AKA Silence), Jamie Berry (AKA Flexton), and Rachel Pedley...
05.27.2023
Fly Fidelity Presents: Hip Hop Cymru Wales (S2, Episode One)
Cardiff veteran Darren Ford (AKA 4Dee) opens up season two and discusses his incredible life and early days forging a name as a B-boy. We also talk about his pursuit of exploring other elements, becoming an MC, helping to build...
04.01.2023
Parthian Shots With The Next Movement Podcast Feat. AJ Suede x Televangel (Episode 62, S5)
We teamed up with Rob and E from The Next Movement for an in-depth conversation with AJ Suede and Televangel about their latest album 'Parthian Shots', and much more! Produced by: Dale Lewis and Luke Bailey for Fly Fidelity Media
03.12.2023
30 Years Of Cypress Hill's 'Black Sunday' With Special Guests (Episode 61, S5)
Get inside the making of a classic with our season 5 premiere! In celebration of the upcoming 30th anniversary of Cypress Hill's industry shifting BLACK SUNDAY, we discuss its creation and enduring legacy with special guests, including: Joe 'The Butcher'...
02.19.2023
Fly Fidelity Presents Hip Hop Cymru Wales (S1, Bonus Episode)
We're closing season one with a bonus episode featuring: Moneyshot, Parker, Alkemy, Comfort, Paul-B, DJ Cuz, and Tony Prince! Credits: Roy 'Moneyshot' Spencer, Peter 'Parker' Hall, Eughine 'Alkemy' Dunnion, Ricardo 'Comfort' Banks, Paul Bettridge, Marcus 'DJ Cuz' Wood, Jonathan...
02.01.2023
Willie Green & Open Mike Eagle (Episode 60, S4)
This episode, we’re featuring TWO back-to-back conversations with art-rap royalty - Willie Green and Open Mike Eagle. We discuss and reflect on their process and releases in 2022, including ‘Aethiopes’, ‘I Told Bessie’, ‘A Tape Called Component System With The...
01.29.2023
Fly Fidelity Presents: Hip Hop Cymru Wales (S1, Episode Six Feat. DJ Killer Tomato)
This week, DMC finalist DJ Killer Tomato discusses his journey as DJ, from house parties and clubs to touring with Skinnyman and Goldie Lookin' Chain to supporting Jay-Z and Beyonce at Cardiff’s principality stadium. We also reflect on his memories...
01.22.2023
Fly Fidelity Presents Hip Hop Cymru Wales (S1, Episode Five Feat. Keltech)
Cardiff-born producer and award winning turntablist Keltech opens up about his career on this week's episode. Take a trip down memory lane as we discuss how he got into both deejaying and producing, collaborating with Johnny B (Xenith), being one...
01.15.2023
Fly Fidelity Presents Hip Hop Cymru Wales (S1, Episode Four Feat. Monkey nka Elmono)
Within hip-hop DJing and turntablism circles Joel Lipman is a legend of epic proportions. DJ, producer, record-maker, Joel’s meticulous dedication to his craft stretches back to his role as a member of the crew of DJs – Optimas Prime –...
01.08.2023
Fly Fidelity Presents Hip Hop Cymru Wales (S1, Episode Three Feat. Dek Masha Slicer - Man)
This week we are featuring a chat with former member of Headcase Ladz and Goatboy—Swansea based turntablist and producer Dek Masha Slicer Man. Known as a chief pioneer of hip-hop in Wales, Slicer has uncompromisingly revolutionised the scope and sound...
01.01.2023
Fly Fidelity Presents: Hip Hop Cymru Wales (S1, Episode Two Feat. DJ Excel nka Bad Meaning Good)
Now known as Bad Meaning Good, the iconic turntablist formerly known as DJ Excel is the next guest to join this very special episode of Hip Hop Cymru Wales. We sat down with the five time DMC finalist to discuss...
12.24.2022
Fly Fidelity Presents: Hip Hop Cymru Wales (S1, Episode One Feat. DJ Jaffa)
Welcome to the first episode of Hip Hop Wales Cymru Podcast. This episode, Cardiff based DJ and producer, Jason "Jaffa" Farrell is our first honorary guest, joining us to discuss his unique journey and enduring career. Known for rocking jams...
11.06.2022
Homeboy Sandman (Episode 59, S4)
The foremost expert of his craft, Homeboy Sandman joins your host Luke Bailey on this week's episode to discuss and premier songs from his forthcoming album with Decca: Still Champion.
10.23.2022
L'Orange & Solemn Brigham AKA Marlowe (Episode 58, S4)
Producer L'Orange and rapper Solemn Brigham join us to discuss the creative foundations of their forthcoming album 'Marlowe 3', as well as their affinity for the people and places in UK that fuelled its making!
10.09.2022
Sonnyjim & The Purist (Episode 57, S4)
This week, two of the UK's most unique and foremost purveyors of grit and grace—Sonnyjim and The Purist —sit atop of the pod. On this episode we discuss the making of 'White Girl Wasted', collaborating with the likes of the...
10.02.2022
Michelle Willems (Episode 56, S4)
This episode, we're joined by creative director and designer Michelle Willems to bring her distinctive visions to life in a rare and intimate conversation. From concept and art direction for photo shoots, design direction for editorial, branding, advertising, and logos—Michelle's...
08.24.2022
Billy Woods (Episode 55, S4)
This week, the enigmatic Billy Woods pulls back the curtain on his Preservation helmed opus–'Aethiopes'–and–gets candid about its creation. Raw, passionate, poetic and urgent: We dissect his most ambitious LP to date for a fascinating one-on-one chat!
07.24.2022
Ernesto "Ern Dog" Medina (Episode 54, S4)
We're celebrating the enduring legacy of the house that DJ Muggs built and looking back on thirty years of Soul Assassins—with producer and host of Shade-45's Soul Assassins Radio—Ernesto "Ern Dog" Medina
07.10.2022
King Vision Ultra (Episode 53, S4)
This week we're joined by the generationally respected King Vision Ultra (Geng) for an extended edition of the pod. Producer, DJ, visual designer, archivist and teacher—we discuss his journey and the enduring legacy of PTP!
06.26.2022
Ernest Dickerson (Episode 52, S4)
We're celebrating twenty years of David Simon’s original and uncompromising look into corruption and policing in Baltimore, The Wire. This week, we're joined by director Ernest Dickerson to discuss the lasting legacy and impact of HBO’s ground-breaking crime show with...
06.19.2022
Fatboi Sharif and Wavy Bagels (Episode, 51, S4)
We're joined by the garden state gargoyle Fatboi Sharif (+ Wavy Bagels) to chronicle the making of his dystopian and disruptive Cyber City Society EP with LoneSword. We also discuss the influence of cults, colours and Cronenberg in this very...
05.29.2022
Defcee (Episode 50, S3)
Defcee is many things— an artist, a technically adept MC, a writer's writer, a teacher, a father, and co-facilitator of Emcee Wreckshop. Fresh from his acclaimed 'For All Debts Public and Private' with BoatHouse, he joins us to unpack his...

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Download our free app to listen on your phone

Fly Fidelity episodes:

Wavy Bagels & DRIVEBY (Episode 87, S7)

Lee Scott (Episode 86, S7)

Heems & Lapgan (Episode 85, S7)

Serengeti (Episode 84, S7)

Gabe Nandez (Episode 83, S7)

Angry Blackmen (Episode 82, S7)

Marv Won (Episode 81, S7)

Benny Boom (Episode 80, S6)

Blockhead (Episode 79, S6)

DJ Semtex (Episode 78, S6)

Kid Acne (Episode 77, S6)

25 Years Of Heist Of The Century with Special Guest La The Darkman (Episode 76, S6)

Daniel Isenberg & Evan Auerbach (Episode 75, S6)

Elliott Wilson (Episode 74, S6)

Part Three: Noah Callahan-Bever (Episode 73, S6)

Part Two: Noah Callahan-Bever (Episode 72, S6)

Part One: Noah Callahan-Bever (Episode 71, S6)

King Kashmere (Episode 70, S5)

Part Two: Walasia Shabazz (Episode 69, S5)

Part One: Walasia Shabazz (Episode 68, S5)

Nappy Nina (Episode 67, S5)

Asher Roth (Episode 66, S5)

Jeff & Eric Rosenthal (Episode 65, S5)

Slug (Episode 64, S5)

King Vision Ultra (Episode 63, S5)

Fly Fidelity Presents: Hip Hop Cymru Wales (S2, Episode Two)

Fly Fidelity Presents: Hip Hop Cymru Wales(S2, Episode Three)

Fly Fidelity Presents: Hip Hop Cymru Wales (S2, Episode Four)

Fly Fidelity Presents: Hip Hop Cymru Wales (S2, Season Finale)

Fly Fidelity Presents: Hip Hop Cymru Wales (S2, Episode One)

Parthian Shots With The Next Movement Podcast Feat. AJ Suede x Televangel (Episode 62, S5)

30 Years Of Cypress Hill's 'Black Sunday' With Special Guests (Episode 61, S5)

Fly Fidelity Presents Hip Hop Cymru Wales (S1, Bonus Episode)

Willie Green & Open Mike Eagle (Episode 60, S4)

Fly Fidelity Presents: Hip Hop Cymru Wales (S1, Episode Six Feat. DJ Killer Tomato)

Fly Fidelity Presents Hip Hop Cymru Wales (S1, Episode Five Feat. Keltech)

Fly Fidelity Presents Hip Hop Cymru Wales (S1, Episode Four Feat. Monkey nka Elmono)

Fly Fidelity Presents Hip Hop Cymru Wales (S1, Episode Three Feat. Dek Masha Slicer - Man)

Fly Fidelity Presents: Hip Hop Cymru Wales (S1, Episode Two Feat. DJ Excel nka Bad Meaning Good)

Fly Fidelity Presents: Hip Hop Cymru Wales (S1, Episode One Feat. DJ Jaffa)

Homeboy Sandman (Episode 59, S4)

L'Orange & Solemn Brigham AKA Marlowe (Episode 58, S4)

Sonnyjim & The Purist (Episode 57, S4)

Michelle Willems (Episode 56, S4)

Billy Woods (Episode 55, S4)

Ernesto "Ern Dog" Medina (Episode 54, S4)

King Vision Ultra (Episode 53, S4)

Ernest Dickerson (Episode 52, S4)

Fatboi Sharif and Wavy Bagels (Episode, 51, S4)

Defcee (Episode 50, S3)