This week we revisit a 90s cult classic - Ras Kass’ ‘Soul on Ice’. 🔥 To break it all down with us is founder of B-Boy Document magazine, Andy Cee, discussing why he loves this record so much.

 

Before the chat, host Kambi Thandi and resident Boom Bap Crusader, Ray Ridge, give their reactions to new music from Arrested Development, Paris, SAULT and Ransom - all on the Crate 808 Bangers playlist https://spoti.fi/2EojufP (05:03)

 

Along the way, we dive into the Crate 808 Mailbag, reading some truly brilliant correspondence from the listeners…which SOMEHOW managed to reach R.A. The Rugged Man himself! 😱 Yes, the Mailbag peaked...we hear stories of R.A. sleeping in hotel baths and going fencing with Dr. Syntax. As well as that... Wu-Tang tea towels. Yes, a great story from a listener about being told off by Raekwon for questioning the pricing of his tea towel merch (7:55)

 

The conversation with Andy (16:50) got deep, touching on...

 

😯 How identity politics on the album helped him question Catholicism (24:40)

🤯 Why Nature of the Threat blew his mind and changed his whole outlook

🇺🇸 How the album resonates in 2020 civil rights and protests

👀 Comparing Ras Kass to Nas (45:30)

👏 How is his son ended up on the cover of a Ras Kass album

😵 Making podcasts with his son interviewing Bumpy Knuckles

✍️ Breaking down his B-Boy Document magazine

🎙 Why Ras Kass makes his Top 5 MCs

 

And the usual Crate 808 staples: What’s aged the best, aged the worst and a non-90s rapper that could feature on the album. Also check Breaking Atoms’ interview with the Waterproof MC, Ras Kass: https://apple.co/36nxhPm

 

Finally, our merch is out right now - jump on crate808.com to cop a tee or a hoody, or have a look at our Instagram shop, and help support the pod please. It all goes back into the pot for us to try make even more dope content for you.

 

For the next mailbag episode, we’d love to hear from you guys, so email us at [email protected] with your takes on…

 

◼️ What’s the worst merch you’ve ever bought?

◼️ Which 90s rapper would you have crash on your couch for the weekend? And which one would you HATE?!

◼️ Where’s the weirdest place you’ve met a rapper?

◼️ The most ludicrous lyrics you’ve ever heard?

◼️ Who are the most overrated/underrated rap artists and groups in the 90s?

◼️ Least hip hop things you’ve done in the last 24 hours?

◼️ And if you want more in-depth reviews or have any general thoughts on our selections, hit us up!

 

Catch all our Spotify playlists here:

Slept-On DJ Premier Bangers Playlist https://spoti.fi/3iw4yun

Slept-On Wu-Tang Bangers Playlist https://spoti.fi/32QtAQG

Sample Corner Playlist https://spoti.fi/3eYfhMd

 

Twitter: https://twitter.com/crate808

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crate_808

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/crate808

Website: https://www.crate808.com