Rap Radar

With nearly two decades in the game, N.O.R.E.'s still on the run eating. But these days his plate his bigger than ever. In addition to bringing his Drinking Champs podcast to play.it, the Queens native is also releasing his new mixtape, Drunk Uncle. Fresh off flight , N.O. talks about his new endeavors, Jay Z, hating independece, Michael Jordan, Nas, Lyor Cohen, beefs, and so much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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It's been a long time coming, but after reconciling with Diddy, The Lox are hitting the road as part of the Bad Boy reunion tour. But the trio aren't just celebrating the past. Later this year, they're set to release their long awaited junior album, We Are The Streets 2. But Before their New York performance at the Barclays Center, Jadakiss, Styles P, and Sheek Louch reminisce on their formative years, Diddy, fights, work ethic, Roc-A-Fella battle and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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There aren't too many mixtape DJs that have transitioned from the streets to label suites. But since 2014, Sickamore has served as Vice President of A&R and Creative Director at Epic Records. More recently, the Brooklyn native curated Travis Scott's chart topper 'Birds In The Trap Sing McKnight' and YG 'Still Brazy'. In this lengthy chat, Sick discusses his mixtape origins, A&R roles, Nicki Minaj, Bill Clinton, photography and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Uptown, Baby. It’s hard to think where Black music would be without Andre Harrell. As the founder of Uptown Records, he launched the careers of former intern Sean “Puffy” Combs—signed Mary J. Blige, Jodeci, and Heavy D—and birthed the sub-genres, New Jack Swing and Hip Hop Soul. These days as Vice Chairman of Revolt TV, Harrell is curating the upcoming third annual Revolt Music Conference. Thankfully, Mr. Champagne & Bubbles took some time to talk past, present and future. Cheers! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The COOLest. What do you get when the coolest podcast on the net meets the coolest DJ on the planet? An amazing conversation! Fresh off his Made In America performance, Future’s DJ Esco, recounts his 56 nights in a Dubai prison, residency at Magic City, hip-hop origins, dating rumors, and success of DS2.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Hoffa! For years, Roc-A-Fella Records co-founder Kareem “Biggs” Burke has remained behind the scenes. But now, the Harlem native is finally breaking his silence and returning to the fashion world with his clothing line, Fourth of November. In a rare sit-down, Hoffa talks about his latest venture, building the Roc, Reasonable Doubt, incarceration, Kanye West, Jay Z, Dame Dash, Emory Jones, OG Juan, Pusha T and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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You know the name. You’ve heard the stories. But now, it’s time for Lyor Cohen to set the record straight. Leaving no stone unturned, the 300 founder discussed the success of his label, independence, and artists Fetty Wap, Young Thug, and Travis Scott. Later on, he spoke on the passing of protégé Chris Lighty, relationship with Jay Z, pioneering 360 deals, and culture vulture accusations.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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After years of shepherding the careers of Nas and other legends, Steve Stoute’s returning to music with his new company, United Masters. Here, he speaks on his journey and the road ahead.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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After years of shepherding the careers of Nas and other legends, Steve Stoute’s returning to music with his new company, United Masters. Here, he speaks on his journey and the road ahead.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Sports, Smith & Entertainment. Like it or not, Stephen A. Smith’s opinions matter. For many years, the sports journalist, television personality and radio host from the Queens has provided content for ESPN, most notably on ESPN First Take. Now with ESPN Radio New York 98.7 FM., The Stephen A. Smith Show and SIRIUS XM Radio’s The Stephen A. Smith Show just to name a few, Mr. Smith stays busy. Taking time out from his busy schedule, the respected sports enthusiast spoke with the Rap Radar Podcast on sports, early hip hop favorites, connection to the late Jam Master Jay, covering the murder of basketball star turned drug dealer, Karlton Hines, debates and much more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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