Hosts Earl Hopkins and Dr. Jeremy McCool review Chance The Rapper's new and long-anticipated album, "Star Line." They also break down the first, second, and third tiers in rap – from new to seasoned emcees – and dive into Cardi B's newest single, "Imaginary Playerz."

R&R hosts Dr. Jeremy McCool and Earl Hopkins review Gunna's "Last Wunn" and J.I.D.'s "God Does Like Ugly." They also discuss the current state of Atlanta rap, J. Cole's "The Fall Off" tease, and Chance The Rapper's new album and tour in six years.

R&R hosts review Metro Boomin's nostalgic mixtape "Metro Boomin Presents: A Futuristic Summa" and Freddie Gibbs and the Alchemist's "Alfredo 2." They also discuss who has the best rap of the year (so far), and look back at Bone Thugs-n-Harmony's classic, "E. 1999 Eternal."

Hosts Earl Hopkins and Dr. Jeremy McCool review Tyler, The Creator and Larry June's new albums, discuss Sekpta's response to Joyner Lucas' diss, and Clipse's first week album sales. They also list the best rap album covers and features in rap.

Hosts Dr. Jeremy McCool and Earl Hopkins review Clipse's "Let God Sort Em Out" and "Jackboys 2," featuring Travis Scott, Don Toliver, SoFaygo, Sheck Wes, and others. They also discuss US vs UK Rappers debate, Joyner Lucas' response to Skepta, and where the Pusha T and Travis Scott beef lands after "Champain and Vacay."

Dr. Jeremy McCool and Earl Hopkins discuss Chance the Rapper's new song, the collab between J.I.D and Eminem on "Animals (Pt. 1), "Not Like Us" reaching Diamond status, and Drake's return with "What Did I Miss?" They also review 50 Cent's "The Massacre" to celebrate its 20th anniversary.

Hosts Dr. Jeremy McCool and Earl Hopkins review Kota the Friend's new album, "No Rap on Sunday," break down SZA and Kendrick's record-setting tour, review the tracklist for Clipse's "Let God Sort Em Out," and dive into the Top 5 Albums of 2025 (So Far).

Hosts Dr. Jeremy McCool and Earl Hopkins break down the latest collaborations between artists Offset, J.I.D., Akon, and Sheesh, and discuss Cardi B's upcoming album, "Am I The Drama?" They also discuss the Jim Jones vs Nas debate, the top 50 hip-hop disses of all time, and look back at Nas' "God's Son."

R&R hosts Dr. Jeremy McCool and Earl Hopkins review Clipse's new track, "So Be It," Slick Rick's new album "Victory," and Lil Tecca's latest release, "Dopamine." They also discuss Drake's latest feature on Smiley's "2 Mazza" and Roddy Ricch and Gunna's latest releases.

Dr. Jeremy McCool and Earl Hopkins give a recap of the 2025 BET Awards, from the best performances and the grandest tributes. They also review Lil Wayne's "Tha Carter VI" and discuss Complex's Top 50 LA Rappers list.