No Bars Off

No Bars Off

By Sherod Khaalis, Aki DavisMusicMusic Commentary
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No Bars Off episodes

  • No Bars Off - Why Do We Sleep on Big Sean?

    This week, Sha Stimuli and Boardwalk Brown discuss Big Sean - his place in the game and his recent project, Better Me Than You.

    Topics discussed:

    1. The single "Precision" from his new project.
    2. Is Big Sean slept on?
    3. His flows, bars and presence

      4. Links mentioned in this episode:

      • http://hashtagelegday.com
      • https://youtu.be/QnXwcDTM2ig?si=NJn6KcioPO0Sbf1p

        • This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

        31 min
      • No Bars Off - Finally! Our Take On J.Cole's Port Antonio

        This week, Sha Stimuli and Boardwalk finally address J. Cole's position and reasoning on "Port Antonio"

        Topics discussed:

        1. J. Cole addressing why he chose to step away from the simmering beef - was it smart in hindsight?
        2. Was there a better way to bow out of the battle?
        3. Apology and exit notwithstanding, is Cole still top tier?

          4. Links mentioned in this episode:

          • http://hashtaglegday.com
          • https://youtu.be/CNsQyK3Mjgw?si=CNQm2r_RwUVZsG5D

            • This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

            45 min
          • No Bars Off - Did Eminem Go Too Far on "Road Rage?"

            This week, Sha Stimuli and Boardwalk Brown ask the question: Is Eminem fat shaming or sharing concern on his song "Road Rage".

            Topics discussed:

            1. Is Slim Shady toeing the line of "cancel culture" with his new song, "Road Rage"?
            2. Eminem takes a shot at Lizzo
            3. Does, or should, this spark a larger conversation about weight concerns?

              4. Links mentioned in this episode:

              • http://hashtaglegday.com
              • https://youtu.be/f5UFwCFqnNU?si=BZ5MxK86cw4njMqW

                • This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

                34 min
              • No Bars Off - Should Killer Mike Be 14 On The ATL Best Rapper List?

                This week, Sha Stimuli and Boardwalk Brown discuss Killer Mike and his Grammy-award winning project, "Michael". We get into the record, "Shed Tears"

                Topics discussed:

                1. Is Killer Mike ranked too low (#14) on the Atlanta best rapper list?
                2. The emotion and transparency of the soulful "Shed Tears"
                3. Killer Mike and his perseverance to sweeping the Grammys in his 40s.

                  4. Links mentioned in this episode:

                  • http://hashtaglegday.com
                  • https://youtu.be/SkLoqpgo468?si=-97kylmBxn5YyL-7

                    • This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

                    24 min
                  • No Bars Off - The Genius Song That Was Purely Thoughts - Jay-Z feat. Memphis Bleek

                    This week, Sha Stimuli and Boardwalk Brown revisit Jay-Z's classic "Coming of Age II (Da Sequel)" featuring Memphis Bleek. A cinematic follow-up to their first collab, "Coming of Age", this song was a story told completely by thoughts. Let's dive in!

                    Topics discussed:

                    1. This classic was an interaction told completely by thoughts - mind blowing
                    2. The evolution of the relationship from the original "Coming of Age"
                    3. Is this peak Jay-Z?

                      4. Links mentioned in this episode:

                      • http://hashtaglegday.com
                      • https://youtu.be/IoCipodseac?si=Js-vpONhDLzZpHNs

                        • This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

                        35 min
                      • No Bars Off - LL Cool J, 40 Years and Still Rhyming Like A GOAT

                        This week, Sha Stimuli and Boardwalk Brown discuss LL Cool J and his new single "Passion" from his newly released project, The Force

                        Topics discussed:

                        1. How is LL still this good after 40 years in the game?
                        2. Is he overlooked in the GOAT conversation?
                        3. Breakdown some of the bars from his record "Passion"

                          4. Links mentioned in this episode:

                          • http://hashtaglegday.com
                          • https://youtu.be/gbHAy3R3F-8?si=yGyhEn0xYDFJ0goN

                            • This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

                            35 min
                          • No Bars Off - XXL 2024 Freshman Freestyle Reaction

                            This week, Sha Stimuli and Boardwalk Brown tap in and give 2024 XXL Freshman class a listen

                            Topics discussed:

                            1.What is the next generation bringing to the game?

                            1. XXL Freshman freestyles
                            2. Is there a star among the group?

                              3. Links mentioned in this episode:

                              • http://hashtaglegday.com
                              • https://youtu.be/mnhV7hv8RLc?si=QHjKyi-VYYsN4mAD

                                • This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

                                46 min
                              • No Bars Off - Eminem Is Back As Slim Shady, Can JID Keep Up?

                                This week, Sha Stimuli and Boardwalk Brown break down the wizardry and wordplay of J.I.D. and Eminem on "Fuel" from his new project "The Death Of Slim Shady"

                                Topics discussed:

                                1. Was J.I.D. able to hold his own rhyming with Em?
                                2. Eminem's wordplay is undeniably top tier.
                                3. How Em is always willing to give young talent a shot.

                                  4. Links mentioned in this episode:

                                  • http://hashtaglegday.com
                                  • https://youtu.be/rnGo6uxa3k4?si=WqcBkD2C_J-8M-np

                                    This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

                                    42 min
                                  • No Bars Off - Twista Spits About Working at The Car Wash

                                    This week, Sha Stimuli and Boardwalk Brown discuss Twista's inspiring appearance on Joyner Lucas' "Still Alright". A story of perseverance and perspective.

                                    Topics discussed:

                                    1. Twista having to work at the car wash
                                    2. Being on the train the first time he heard himself on the radio on "Po' Pimp".
                                    3. His perserverance and inspirational path to stardom

                                      4. Links mentioned in this episode:

                                      • http://hashtaglegday.com
                                      • https://youtu.be/VEeBShWM5t8?si=sqC3eyqvpyz9lVvQ

                                        • This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

                                        25 min
                                      • No Bars Off - Cyhi On The Radar Freestyle Reaction

                                        This week, Sha Stimuli and Boardwalk Brown share their reaction to Cyhi The Prynce's freestyle appearance on On The Radar radio.

                                        Topics discussed:

                                        1. Just how underrated is Cyhi?
                                        2. How secure his place in the game is.
                                        3. Is his pen game Top 5?

                                          4. Links mentioned in this episode:

                                          • http://hashtaglegday.com
                                          • https://youtu.be/om5_IBw-KP8?si=qFcM8YZIh26kJSvG

                                            • This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

                                            12 min

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                                          No Bars Off is the home of innovative, insightful, and entertaining breakdowns of hip-hop verses from all eras, regions, and subcultures. Boardwalk Brown (Aki Davis) and Sha Stimuli (Sherod Khaalis)…