The Hip Hop Hustle Podcast

Coming up on todays show I have my first ever 2-time guest on the show Kyle Lucas (#48 was his first appearance). We also discuss the classic album Aquemini by Outkast and see if my opinions as a fan and first time listener to the album and his as rapper and a lover of the album match up. I even attempt to give my top 5 tracks on the album so let me know what you think.

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Coming up on todays show I caught up with Uneek (Neek). He has spent many years working hard in his community to change the lives of local youth, and is featured in an independently developed documentary, “Dark City Beneath the Beat” and is available on Netflix  This documentary focuses on the many facets of the Baltimore club music scene and its impact on the local community. This project tells an inspiring story of the journey of artists in a city that lacks funds and resources, while giving a small amount of history of the Baltimore club music culture, spanning over last 15 years.

Neek himself is the creator of "B More Than Dance", a Baltimore talent and enrichment program that began as a one-night dance competition created to crown one winner the dance “King or Queen of Baltimore.” Since its conception on November 3, 2007, it has held over 75 sessions per year, workshops, dance classes and four annual events that offer large cash prizes to winners. This Baltimore based event has evolved into a non-profit organization that now services up to 300 youth and young adults each year. 

Neek and his team have worked with world renowned artists and performers such as, Rick Ross, Jaquees, Da Baby and King Combs. "B More Than Dance" has also collaborated with international dance duo, the Les Twins on workshops and performances to benefit local communities.  "B More Than Dance" gives the youth of Baltimore and the DMV area exposure to life outside of the neighborhood.

Coming up on today's show I caught with the great Chase Hill. Chase is not only a Hip Hop artist in his own right but also host and creator of his podcast Chase Talks Hip Hop where I also appeared for an interview (Episode number 265 in case you were wondering). He is a fantastic persona great talent and a Hip Hop Head like no other! It was great to speak to him about his journey and where he sees himself in the future!

Coming up on todays show I caught up with Pesh Mayweather. He began his journey  under the mentorship of Rico Wade and Ray Murray,  (Organized Noise) of the Dungeon Family. Pesh has worked with Gucci Mane, Waka Flocka, Lil Keed, Trouble, 21 Savage, Big Bank, Bobby Shmurda, Zaytoven and Drummer Boy to name a few.  Pesh also released his album, “Best Rapper in Atlanta,” with features artists such as Touble, Bigga Rankin and Tracy T Which includes the track “Oh Ya” featuring Lil Keed which has reached reaching over 1 million streams.

Coming up on todays show I caught up with the wonderful Lex Leosis. Known for her dynamic flows, aggressive stage presence and elaborate story-telling, Lex Leosis is loud, opinionated, constantly fighting for what she believes in. Growing up in Toronto's West End with a single mother who worked around the clock taught her discipline, hard work and survival. It gave Lex the energy to perfect her craft, grow her career and exchange stories with artists from all over the world. 

From humble beginnings, Lex first found a home in hip-hop and rap competitions and cyphers. Spending most of her time in the Bay Area of California, Lex has allowed her traveling influences to expand her music sound and capability. Lex has been hard at work developing her own music infusing her multiple inspirations, Greek identity, and personal history with her own flavour.

Coming up on todays show i caught up with C.J. Green. He has established a reputation as a creative, unique and versatile artist. drawing on his childhood of uncertainty and frequent moves between different households and family members, Music has always been a passion of his. He has drawn inspiration and a love for storytelling from legends like Jay-Z, Nas and 2Pac.

His goal is to be a true artist respected for his ability to write and make music that resonates with his listeners, while maintaining his own identity. You can expect to hear “real hip hop” and often find elements of jazz in his music!

Coming up on todays show, I caught up with King Soloman. Originally born and raised on the southside of Brooklyn, NY, he found a deep connection for music at a very young age. After years of hard work and reconnecting with Tariq Allen, he introduces us to his creation of a boy who grew up in Brooklyn, defying the odds and rising up against challenges.

Combining a rhythmic flow with witty lyrics to grab the listeners attention, along with a brand of authenticity, it’s no wonder why King Soloman has the recipe for success. After releasing his mixtape; NYC 2 MIA, back in September of 2019, he has been working nonstop with no intention of slowing down. Singles such as “Hands of Time” & “I Need That” have helped contribute to over 500,000 Spotify streams and counting. It’s clear that King Soloman is making his mark on the music world.

Coming up on todays show I caught up with Frais. Using his unique energy his  Frais comes through as one of the young talents in Hip Hop. With a ear for unique beats in addition to from strong delivery his versatility is the common string in this artist who's  life experience has made him more determined as ever.

He has already  built his name within rap’s underground and toured all over the world with artists including G Herbo, Germ, and Lil Gnar, among others.

Coming up on todays show I caught up with Etcetera. Etcetera is a multi-award-winning recording artist, writer, film music supervisor, executive soundtrack album producer, global brand ambassador, entrepreneur, and entertainment industry professional whose career led him into a an enviable place within the music industry. 

Coining the phrase “From the Grind to the Grammys”, Etcetera’s walk of fame has crafted him a powerhouse of musical material and a host of accolades including, best Rap/Hip Hop and Best Music Video awards, Artist of the year 2017 and a certified plaque for his first studio debut album, CHARACTER and more. 

Coming up on todays show we have a review that was completed with Danny and Matt while we were The Slim, Fiddy & Biggie Committee Podcast. I recently realised we never released it and thought we should especially because it is a classic Hip Hop Album.

Midnight Marauders follows a Tribe Called Quest's first album The Low End Theory This classic album was released on November 9, 1993—the same day New York collective Wu-Tang Clan dropped their classic debut, Enter the Wu-Tang: 36 Chambers.

The album was supported by the singles “Award Tour”, “Electric Relaxation”, and “Oh My God”.  Midnight Marauders was  featured on a number of “best of” lists, including The Source’s list of The 100 Best Rap Albums of All Time, Pitchfork’s Top 100 Albums of the 1990s.