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We kick off our first episode of the New Year giving tribute to MF DOOM (2:33). We then discuss the chaos on Capitol Hill (7:49). We get into our artists to watch out for in 2021 (18:26), and the potential heirs to the rap throne (32:51). 

Songs Featured: 

Morray - "Quicksand"

A Boogie wit da Hoodie (feat. PnB Rock) - "IDK"

M1llionz - "B1llionz"

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We discuss recent hot topics including Nate Robinson getting knocked out (5:43), twerking at brunch (9:28), and the NBA's suspension of marijuana testing (12:17). We then give our overview of ClubHouse (17:52), and what we are listening to, including our review of Blxst's new deluxe album (29:48). 

Songs Featured: 

Lil Wayne feat. Drake - "BB King Freestyle"

Goldlink feat. LukeyWorld - "Dunya"

Yung Dada - "MI Amor"

Jazz Cartier - "Basement" 

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We begin this episode breaking down the Jeezy and Gucci Verzuz Battle (6:29), and giving our takes on Grammy nominations (19:42). We then get into our frustration with EPs getting repackaged as albums (31:12), Meg Thee Stallion's new album (34:13), and why Afrobeats is a limiting term (37:34). 

Songs Featured: 

2 Chainz ft. Kanye West & Brent Faiyaz - "Feel A Way"

SAINt JHN ft JID - "Quarantine Wifey"

Amaraae- "Hellz Angel"

Benny the Butcher ft. Rick Ross - "Where Would I Go

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On this episode we give our takes on Lil' Wayne's trump endorsement (6:52), Meg Thee Stallion beating Lil Baby for Hip-Hop Artist of The Year (14:07), Ty Dolla $ign's album (28:08), and Drake's Certified Lover Boy rollout (42:20). 

Songs Featured: 

Anik Khan - Denied (prod. by Sango)

Che Ecru - 1000000

David Wolves- Kids

TRACKSTAR - FOR THE LATE NIGHT

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We start the episode with a recap of the Biden vs. Trump Presidential Debate (11:26), and talk about the NBA Finals (14:26). We look at the notable releases of the week (20:13), and highlight Bryson Tiller's 3rd studio album, and the impact of Trapsoul 5 years later (22:00). We share what we are currently listening to and what we would like to hear before the end of 2020 (48:33). 

Songs Featured: 

Baby Keem - "Hooligan"

Reason (feat. Vince Staples) - "Sauce"

Che Ecru - "I Think So"

Maeta (feat. Buddy) - "Teen Scene"

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Ladies, if you want to see him thrive, get him a PS5. We reflect on the songs that have captured the turmoil of 2020 so far (6:32), and how the NFL continues to miss the mark on social activism (10:35). We talk about the state of the NBA playoffs: Giannis getting bounced, the Clippers blowing a 3-1 lead, and our Lakers vs Nuggets predictions (15:37). We then get into Kanye's latest tweet storm, including his thoughts on the music industry (22:57). We bring back a fan favorite segment, IYKYK. We break down the sample used for "No Guidance" and the release of the PS5 (29:48). We end with our merch announcement(36:44).  Make sure you follow @thedullroar on IG for details on giveaway rules.

Songs featured:

Wizkid - "No Stress" 

Ari PenSmith & Jonah Christian - "City Girl"

Che Ecru - "Before I Die"

Jun Tanaka - "Hit Different edit" 

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There's a lot of social justice talk in this episode. The world's eyes are on the NBA and major league sports, focusing on how they are taking a stand against social injustices. We start off by discussing the NBA player strike in response to the shooting of Jacob Blake (8:21), and breaking down the potential next moves for players and organizations (14:25). We look into how athletes use their platforms and step up in the place of lawmakers (27:07). We break down the difference between a strike vs. a boycott (29:39), and whether or not Kyrie Irving was right on his stance against coming to the NBA Bubble (31:44). We still manage to get to the music and discuss what we are listening to (43:29). 

Songs Featured:

Fireboy DML - "Favourite Song" 

Blxst - "Overrated" 

Calvin Harris & The Weeknd - "Over Now" 

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We begin the episode with Stacy's COVID scare (2:45). We then discuss the return of the NBA and players' impact on the movement for social justice (9:33). We give our takes on the Rick Ross and 2 Chainz Verzuz battle (17:50), and where it ranked amongst our favorite battles (28:04). 

Songs featured: 

Rich Gang - "Tell Em (Lies)"

Tom Misch Quarantine Sessions - "Never Too Much x What's the Use"

Sean Dream-  "practice"

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On this episode, we discuss how COVID-19 is still impacting us, and the performative actions of the government and companies in showing support for Black Lives(3:35). We then get into current events such as Virgil's Pop Smoke album artwork (9:48), Freddie Gibbs vs. Akademiks (12:14), and August & Jada Pinkett Smith (16:01). We debate whether or not the return of the NBA season is beneficial for social activism at the moment (19:32), and if artists have to use their platforms to promote social change (25:11). We finish the episode by sharing the music we are listening to right now (31:06). 

Songs Featured: 

Dominic Fike - "Chicken Tenders"

Bleekg1 - "Crush on You Bleekg1mix"

Juls & Sango -"Angele Ni Fie"