Ep 108

Lil Wayne dropped Carter VI—but is it time for him to stop releasing albums? This week, Cole Jackson explores how legacy rappers hold onto the mic, and how fans and the industry feed the ego that keeps them from evolving.

Then, we dive into Timbaland’s AI rapper launch. Is this the next wave in music tech—or just a power play to control the full creative process?

This episode covers:

• The legacy rapper debate

• AI in hip hop

• When rappers should become execs

• Control vs. culture in 2025 rap

For hip hop culture commentary, rap news, and artist insight every Sunday and Wednesday—this is The Stem Society.

Timestamps:

(1:00) Is this it for Wayne?

(13:18) Timbaland and His AI Artitst

🎧 Curated Spotify Playlists:

▪️ Cole’s UK Selections – UK rap, grime, drill, alt vibes

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7iw59JQcJD5IEhfr6A4lea?si=vPEdwcYzSEKb4evP_aaUGg

▪️ In The Loop – U.S. hip-hop, new drops, underground heat

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0cKpuFv5atDUg2yn4FhzzZ?si=hGaLFWxvRcqOBNkQlQemsQ

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