Portland MC Mat Randol believes in the challenges of hip hop: to grow and evolve, to live at the edge of his comfort zone, to tell the truth, and to find the joy. On the mic he's dexterous, dynamic, and confessional...but he also wouldn't say no to a few choice sips in the studio. His 2026 is scheduled to be a non-stop banger of releases, collaborations, and live music. Plus, he's a great hang, as you'll hear in this episode. He stopped by to discuss the timely feedback that altered the direction of his musical approach, building the experiences that add up to an artist, and keeping his core themes fresh. And he drops some WORLD PREMIERES on us! 

Music this week:

• "Randy's Song" by Mat Randol (16:39)
• "Lee Me Be" by Keys Open Doors ft. M.D (29:43)
• "Since You've Been Gone" by Mat Randol (43:11)
• "Hopscotch" by Mat Randol ft. Zavy and Saige Wolley (62:39)
• "Oregon Coast" by Sweeps, luv pug (80:39)