Forecasted Podcast - Hosted by Romelo Delos Santos

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King V is a New York MC whose roots run deep in the city’s battle-rap tradition. He took his lyrical skills to the national stage as a Freestyle Friday winner on BET’s legendary 106 & Park, proving he could hold his own when the spotlight was on and the competition was real. He brings  raw energy, sharp wordplay, and hard-hitting bars that true hip-hop heads appreciate. His catalog reflects an artist who takes pride in the pen game, carrying forward the tradition of MCs who understand that lyrics still matter, bars still hit, and authenticity never goes out of style. For fans of lyrical hip-hop, the appeal is all about the pen: intricate rhyme schemes, punchlines, street-rooted storytelling, and that unmistakable East Coast edge. His music speaks to listeners who want substance and skill over trends, while his battle-rap background adds another layer to the competitive spirit behind his delivery. We’re talking Brooklyn hip-hop, the art of emceeing, collaborations with heavyweight talent, and what it takes to keep sharpening your craft in a constantly changing rap game. IG @theoneandonlykingv @forecastedpodcast @memphreigns

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I sat down with New York’s own H&L Associates, the amazing duo of HaStyle and Luck, two emcees dedicated to keeping that authentic Golden Era East Coast sound alive. Luck also handles the production, creating gritty, soulful boom bap soundscapes that give HaStyle and the duo plenty of room for sharp lyricism, street-centered storytelling, and that unmistakable New York energy. Their latest project, The Mission Statement, has been praised by critics and listeners for its raw authenticity, cohesive production, nostalgic feel, and refusal to chase whatever happens to be trending. Beyond the music, H&L represent an approach to music built on integrity, craftsmanship, and preserving the culture rather than compromising it for mainstream attention—a philosophy they’ve discussed extensively in recent interviews. Today we get into their new album and why they are still carrying the torch for real New York rap. IG @handlassociate1 @luckcharmbeats @hastyle_rhymes @forecastedpodcast @memphreigns

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Vardon Williams aka Haps is an emcee, entrepreneur, and longtime staple of the hip hop who has been putting in work to build and preserve the culture. Vardon is an artist who understands that the music is only one part of the equation and that building something lasting requires vision, consistency, and hustle. His experience spans the mic, the business side of the culture, and the relationships that have helped shape the hip hop community over the years. We get into his journey, the evolution of Texas rap, the lessons learned along the way, and what it takes to remain relevant while staying true to your roots. Today we chop it up with him about music, entrepreneurship, culture, and the legacy he continues to build. IG @vardon1977 @forecastedpodcast @memphreigns

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Seattle’s own Waxvillain is a true wax collector and music obsessive with an ear for music that is nothing short of unbelievable. A master of the crate-digging game, Waxvillain has an encyclopedic knowledge of obscure records, forgotten gems, rare samples, and sounds that most of us would never even know existed. His compilations are a testament to that obsession, bringing together beautifully strange, soulful, dusty, psychedelic, and downright unexpected pieces of music that deserve to be heard again. More than simply collecting records, Waxvillain has developed a reputation for understanding the history, stories, sounds, and connections buried deep within the grooves. Today we get into the art of collecting, the hunt for the impossible-to-find record, the stories behind his compilations, and what it takes to develop an ear capable of finding music where nobody else is looking. IG @waxvillain @forecastedpodcast @memphreigns

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Beatahoe is a rap architect whose production has helped create raw and unconventional hip hop music. Hailing from Québec, he built an impressive catalog working with a diverse lineup of rap heavyweights that include Kool Keith, Bronze Nazareth, Jak Progresso, and Boxguts, among many others. His sound refuses to stay in one lane, moving effortlessly from soulful sample-driven loops to strange sci-fi textures, horror-inspired soundscapes and grimy boom-bap, giving every MC something different to work with. With a catalog stretching across dozens of releases—he has established himself as one of those producers who quietly keeps the culture moving forward. Today we get into the beats, the creative process, the collaborations, the culture, and the mind behind one of Canada's most distinctive rap producers. IG @forecastedpodcast @memphreigns

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Tre-Dot is a seasoned lyricist whose music combines soulful boom-bap, vivid storytelling, and the kind of perspective that only comes with experience. Critics and listeners have praised his ability to turn personal experiences, social issues, culture, and everyday life into thoughtful narratives that resonate long after the beat fades. But Tre-Dot is much more than an emcee—he’s an established podcaster, mentor, teacher, and role model whose wisdom seems to go far beyond his years, able to jump from rap to life, sports, culture, and everything in between while leaving you with something to think about. His approach is rooted in authenticity and connection rather than chasing numbers or trends, making his music and conversations feel like lessons from someone who genuinely wants to see others grow. Today we get into the music, the podcast, the lessons, the culture, and the mindset of the good brother Tre-Dot. IG @tredotmusic @forecastedpodcast @memphreigns

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On this episode I sat with Canadian rap legend and co-founder of the influential Plague Language collective, Noah23. Known for his strategic delivery and surreal imagery, Noah23 has spent decades building one of the deepest and most unconventional catalogs in hip hop. Critics have described him as a true original and a hyper-intelligent poet, while longtime fans praise his creativity, fearlessness, and willingness to constantly reinvent himself. His music isn’t designed to fit neatly into a box—which is exactly what has earned him such a loyal following and made him an enduring figure in rap. Today we get into the career, the creativity, the evolution, and the mind behind one of most unique voices in hip hop. @thenoah23 @forecastedpodcast @memphreigns

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Our guest on this session is an amazing rapper whose lyrics reflect the struggle, the hustle, and the reality that shapes our world today, delivering raw and unfiltered stories straight from the trenches. Benny Slumz paints vivid pictures of life with slick wordplay, autobiographical lyricism, and a delivery that makes every bar hit with purpose. His catalog includes collaborations with some of the dopest producers in today’s game and thought provoking records that include his latest project Behind the Smile, a gritty boom-bap record built around struggle, survival, redemption, and the realities of life. Today, we get into the music, the experiences behind the rhymes, and the mindset of an emcee who continues to keep it raw and true to the spirit of hip hop. IG @benny_slumz @forecastedpodcast @memphreigns

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On this episode, I spoke with emcee Egochecks, a child of the Golden Age Era whose roots trace back to Montana.  The dedicated wordsmith brings introspective rhymes influenced by the likes of The Roots, using the pen to speak truth, challenge perspectives, and say something meaningful. Beyond the mic, he’s carved out his own lane in fashion with a clothing brand built around a powerful statement for the people—a story we get into, from how it started to what drives it and how it all connects back to the music. This was a great conversation about rap, entrepreneurship, and staying true to the message. IG @ego_checks @forecastedpodcast @memphreigns

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I chop it up with the homie DJ Kawon — a NY native now based in Texas, DJ and producer whose roots in hip hop trace back to the ’90s. Kawon brings that classic New York sensibility to his production, blending dusty drums, dark textures, gritty breaks and layered sounds into a style all his own. We’re talking about his new producer album Boombap Alumni, a 14-track project that puts Kawon behind the boards alongside a seriously talented lineup of emcees from across the rap spectrum. This is one for the heads who still believe in beats, bars and culture over trends. IG @kawon_j_productions @forecastedpodcast @memphreigns