The Bridge: 50 Years of Hip Hop

The respected MC (and New Yorker to the core) drops by to discuss how Mary J. Blige had a hand in getting The Lox signed, how the group was able to survive the Shiny Suit era, and why it’s vital to always stay true to the art of rhyming. All told, of course, in that instantly recognizable raspy voice.

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It’s a family reunion of sorts as Nas and Miss Info sit down with Yara Shahidi, who also happens to be Nas’ cousin. The accomplished actor (Black-ish) and activist talks about studying hip-hop at Harvard and being around Prince while growing up (her father was his personal photographer). She also speaks on why taking a time-out from social media was important for her.

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The World’s Greatest Entertainer takes us back to his formative years growing up in Harlem and how he developed his amazing beatboxing skills. Doug E. also recounts how he met and developed a creative dynamic with Slick Rick, tells a funny story about the time a promoter misspelled his name on a flyer, and for the real hip-hop heads, Nas, Minya and Doug go in depth on the Big Daddy Kane vs. KRS-One Verzuz battle, breaking down each of the legendary MCs' strengths.

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Bun-B reminisces about the time he and Pimp C met Nas in the studio back in the '90s and the lasting impression it left on Pimp. Bun also shares memories of the early independent days of UGK, the group's first visit to Harlem, and the duo's collective mind state before they jumped on Jay-Z's "Big Pimpin'," one of the biggest records of the 2000s and beyond. And for anybody who has ever wanted to get some inside game on the ins-and-outs of the music biz, Bun drops some jewels you won't want to miss.

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Legendary MC and TV personality Rev Run has stories for days. In this jam-packed episode, Run recreates in vivid detail the creation of some of Run-DMC’s greatest hits like “Rock Box” and how the group secured an Adidas sneaker deal during a sold-out show at Madison Square Garden. Run also breaks down how Jam Master Jay (RIP) is responsible for the group’s iconic look and addresses the current status of his relationship with rhyme partner and fellow legend DMC.

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Lyte breaks down various parts of her storied career, from making rap classics like “I Cram to Understand U” and “Poor Georgie” to the aftermath of her memorable battle with rival Antoinette. She also gives a lowdown on studio arguments, becoming fast friends with Queen Latifah, and her continued success in the entertainment industry as a voice talent and now film director.

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In one of his most revealing interviews, Fab opens up about his days growing up in Brooklyn with his booster friends, the influence that Big Daddy Kane had on his style and the importance of the mixtape movement. He also tells Nas and Minya his plans to preserve his most stylish outfits for posterity's sake.

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The Snowman gives a detailed look at how he left the street life behind and became a major force in the rap game. Nas and Miss Info also talk to Jeezy about his initial resistance to Nas’ claim that “Hip-Hop is Dead” before the two collaborated on the anthem “My President.” Jeezy also reveals his feelings about getting uninvited to the White House.

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Jeff paints a picture of the early hip-hop scene in Philly and gives a thrilling recap of how he won the New Music Seminar DJ Battle for World Supremacy. He also talks about how his family influenced his music, why the creative chemistry between him and Will Smith was (and is) so strong, and explains that even though the DJ Jazzy Jeff and Fresh Prince image may have been squeaky clean and embraced by the mainstream, he and Will Smith’s hip-hop upbringing was realer than you think. 

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In a very candid conversation, Juicy J recalls the deadly realities of coming up in his Memphis ‘hood, the forces that drove Three 6 Mafia apart, and the turning point that allowed him to avoid self destruction in post-Oscar Los Angeles and return to being creative and clear minded about his future. 

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