The ILL-Advised Wise Guys

On this episode of the #illadvisedwiseguys podcast, the wiseguys give a complete review of the latest albums and singles that need to be broken down!

On the Watch The Throne segment (2:53), the guys discuss the release of Amine’s latest album called ‘Limbo’ and get into how great his feel for music is! Next, DaBaby releases his deluxe version of ‘Blame It On Baby’ and we debate how impactful his music has become in 2020. Also, they discuss the release of ‘Top Shotta’ by NLE Choppa and debate whether or not his music is unique enough to stand on its own. Lastly, Rod Wave continues to surprise us and his deluxe to ‘Pray For Love’ should solidify his status for those who doubted.

On the ILL and the NOT so advised segment (30:48), the guys discuss new singles from Mullato, Gucci Mane, Young Dolph, Lil Uzi Vert, Future, Jorja Smith, Rick Ross, Pink Sweat$, Lil Wayne, A$AP Ferg.

On the ill-advised thoughts segment...QD: We shouldn’t expect much from Doja Cat and anyone else who trolls us for fun (51:47). Uchay: Following the murder of FBG Duck, it appears that the internet is more of a weapon than we think (60:07). #musicreview

On this episode of the #illadvisedwiseguys podcast, the wise guys are accompanied by their guest host, Kui Mwai, from the ‘Something to Say with V and K’ podcast! 

They discuss the impact and reception of Beyonce’s ‘Black is King’ visual album and whether or not African culture is being appropriated in the film (3:56). Then Kui explains how she contracted the ‘rona virus and dispels a few myths about the bug that is making its way around the globe (26:50). They also get into how the ‘rona virus is impacting the NBA, NFL, MLB and other professional sports! (41:15).

Also, they breakdown the GOOD, the BAD and the AMAZINGNESS of WAP by Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion (49:33). Lastly, they rant about how all of a sudden every artist seems to think that we need a deluxe edition to their albums (64:02) + MUCH MORE random-ass and always ill-advised commentary!

If you want to hear more from Kui, then check out her podcast: https://anchor.fm/somethintosaywithvandk

On this episode of the #illadvisedwiseguys, the wiseguys start off the show with an update on the Megan Thee Stallion and Tory Lanez saga and hypothesize on what could have gone wrong! Then they discuss the upcoming fight between Mike Tyson and Roy Jones Jr. on 9/12. They discuss the #ChangeHollywood initiative that Michael B. Jordan created. For now, DC’s newest NFL team will be known as The Washington Football Team LMAO. Kanye didn’t drop DONDA when he was supposed to, but we’re not surprised. Lastly, they give brief recap of the Verzuz battle between DMX and Snoop Doog + MUCH MORE! 

On the Watch The Throne segment, the guys discuss what appears to be Logic’s final album, following his retirement announcement, called ‘No Pressure’, but will he be missed when he is gone? (45:56). KYLE releases his latest project called ‘See you when I am Famous!!!!!!!!!!!!’ (yes, with 12 exclamation marks lol) (63:47). Gunna releases a very solid deluxe offering of his ‘WUNNA’ album and QD has several apologies to hand out (72:54). What is The Kid LAROI’s ceiling after the release of ‘his F*CK LOVE’ mixtape? (80:26). The deluxe edition of Pop Smoke’s Shoot For The Stars Aim For The Moon’ album is here, but did we really need it though? (91:54).

On the ILL and the NOT so advised segment (99:04), the guys discuss new singles from J. Cole, Rod Wave, Jaden, JID, Gorillaz, Jason DeRulo, blackbear, August Alsina, Blac Chyna, Drake and Russ.

On the ill-advised thoughts segment...Uchay: What is the real reason rappers make retirement announcements? (120:54). QD: Where is Kendrick Lamar and do his previous words speak louder than ever nowadays? (131:10) #DreamVizionNetwork #musicreview

Watch the visuals for this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/TNKWLL1sFQk

Sources: https://www.xxlmag.com/rappers-claimed-to-retire/

On this episode of the #illadvisedwiseguys, the wiseguys start off the show discussing The Jada Pinkett-Smith/Will Smith Red Table Talk conversation about August Alsina (6:07), QD gushes over Apple products and Kanye denounces Trump then decides he will run for President. After that they get into who would win in a Verzuz battle between T.I. and 50 Cent (24:30), DeSean and Stephen Jackon’s recent inflammatory comments and Pat Mahommes GETS THE BAG with a new record setting deal + MUCH MORE! 

On the Watch The Throne segment, the guys discuss Juice WRLD’s legacy and new posthumous ‘Legends Never Die’ album (61:07). Summer Walker drops off an appetizer with her ‘Life On Earth’ EP (75:45). Westside Gunn continues to remind the world that Buffalo, NY has something to say on his ‘Flygod Is An Awesome God 2’ project (83:13). Gucci Mane introduces us to his friends on ‘Gucci Mane Presents: So Icy Summer’, but is the album release worth a listen?

On the ILL and the NOT so advised segment (99:35), the guys discuss new singles from Russ, Amine, Kanye West, MoneyBagg Yo, 6ix9ine, Snoh Aalegra, Queen Naija, Madeon and Ty Dolla $ign.

On the ill-advised thoughts segment...QD: Sometimes lyrics and songs do not age well (122:07). Uchay: Gillie The Kid sparks a much needed Black Lives Matter vs. All Live Matter conversation, but what is the difference between the two movements? (128:04). #DreamVizionNetwork #musicreview

Watch our Pop Smoke - 'Shoot For The Stars Aim For The Moon' album review: https://youtu.be/ajhv49pnQZ4

Watch the visuals for this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/KTKCUY0DTzQ

On this episode of the #illadvisedwiseguys, the wiseguys start off the show discussing the controversial return of the NBA season, the recent backlash that Russell Simmons and Justin Bieber are receiving for their sexual assault allegations, the rising COVID-19 numbers as states continue to reopen and Trumps apparent concession to Biden + MUCH MORE!

On the Watch The Throne segment, the guys discuss whether 6LACK delivered on his new surprise ‘6pc Hot’ EP (32:01). Has Teyana Taylor proven herself as a hitmaker on her latest album called ‘The Album’ (yea...we know smh lol)? (42:45). Wale comes through for black people on ‘The Imperfect Storm’ (53:30). The City Girls reclaim their crown as the top finessers in hip hop on their new ‘City On Lock’ album (64:44). After his hiatus, Tee Grizzley believes it’s safe to say he is ‘The Smartest’ (72:20). August Alsina comes out of hiding and drops off an emotional new project called ‘The Product III: stateofEMERGEncy’ (83:12). As IDK continues to elevate his notoriety in 2020, he hopes that his new ‘IDK & FRIENDS 2’ project will draw more attention to his movement (94:37). G-Eazy completely switches up his style on ‘Everything’s Strange Here’, but will his fans appreciate him for that? (104:00).

On the ILL and the NOT so advised segment (110:50), the guys discuss new singles from Lil Baby, Tyla Yaweh, J. Cole, Noname, Lecrae, Anderson .Paak, Jack Harlow, Tyga and Bankroll Hayden

On the ill-advised thoughts segment...QD: Tik Tok will continue to positively impact the brands of hip hop artists moving forward (134:21). Uchay: Is Lil Baby too humble for his own good for only charging 100k for a verse? (138:20). #DreamVizionNetwork #musicreview

Watch the episode here: https://youtu.be/PgiMm5Uv7NU

On this episode, the wiseguys discuss the tense climate in America as people continue to protest systemic racism. They also discuss the power of social media, some American traditions and biases that are being challenged, whether reparations is a good idea + MUCH MORE!

The ill-advised thoughts segment...Uchay: The music industry is abandoning the term “Urban”. QD: With the internet, there is no excuse to not be knowledgeable right now! #DreamVizionNetwork #musicreview

Watch the visuals: https://youtu.be/BwLe_e9RFRQ

On this episode, the wiseguys start the show off discussing the industry-shattering podcast deal that Joe Rogan signed with Spotify and debate how the Billboard charts may or may not be rigged. Then they get into an interesting conversation about Michael Jordan’s legacy following his recent documentary ‘The Last Dance’. Lastly, they give a Coronavirus update by discussing the reopening of businesses across the U.S.

On the Watch the Throne segment, was Future able to continue his legendary run or did he prove that we needed a different vibe from him on ‘High Off Life’? Did Gunna finally live up to his potential on the highly anticipated ‘WUNNA’ album? With the release of ‘THE GOAT’, has the Chi-town native, Polo G, shown that he is here to stay? Has Roy Woods reached an unfortunate crossroad in his career with the release of ‘Dem Times’?

On the ILL and the NOT so advised segment, the guys discuss the good, bad and indifferent singles that dropped from Tory Lanez, Trippie Redd, IDK, Joyner Lucas, Will Smith, Migos, Jack Harlow, G-Eazy.

The ill-advised thoughts segment...QD: Can we all get Mase into the hall of fame!? Uchay: Will the DMV ever have a true music run in hip hop!? #DreamVizionNetwork #musicreview

On this episode, the wiseguys start the show off discussing Tekashi 6ix9ine and his triumphant return to music after snitching and serving out his prison stint, the deaths of a few musical legends/icons - Little Richard and Andre Harrell (Rest in Peace KINGS!). They give their Coronavirus update, try to understand why Murder Hornerts have to be so ruthless and voice there disgust for the senseless killing of an unarmed black man by the name of Ahmaud Arbery (Rest in Peace!).

On the Watch the Throne segment, Drake releases his newest ‘Dark Lane Demo Tapes’ mixtape, but has his dominance officially ended? Chris Brown and Young Thug bless us all with a very unexpectedly good body of work in ‘Slime & B’! Has Kehlani established herself as R&B’s brightest star after dropping ‘It Was Good Until It Wasn’t’? Has NAV improved as an artist or did ‘Good Intentions’ prove that his artistry is very limited? On ‘Just Cause Y’all Waited 2’, does Lil Durk show enough to gain the respect of the masses? After dropping ‘State of Emergency’, is Lil Tjay even qualified to hold the “King of New York” crown?

On the ILL and the NOT so advised segment, the guys discuss the good, bad and indifferent singles that dropped from G-Eazy, Jack Harlow, Trey Songz, Roy Woods, Megan Thee Stallion, Beyonce, Doja Cat, Migos, YG and French Montana

The ill-advised thoughts segment...Uchay: The U.S. Library of Congress builds a royalty-fee hip-hop sampling site. QD: The controversial use of the “N” word in hip hop by non-black rappers. #DreamVizionNetwork #musicreview

Watch the visuals to this episode: https://youtu.be/tdSD8E0t2pI

On this episode, the wiseguys start the show off discussing who had the hottest album in March, give a brief COVID-19 update on what’s going on in Georgia and Texas, is French Montana on drugs for thinking he has more hits than Kendrick Lamar? + MUCH MORE!! Oh, don't forget to leave us a rating/review on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher...we’ll be doing shout outs :)

Following the release of DaBaby’s new album ‘BLAME IT ON BABY’, did he give us the switch up that we’ve been hoping for? Did dvsn prove that they have more in their bag than R&B on ‘A Muse in Her Feelings’? NBA Youngboy drops ‘38 Baby 2’, but does it sound any different than his previous work? Wiz Khalifa drops ‘The Saga of Wiz Khalifa’, but does his music still connect with the culture?

On the ILL and the NOT so advised segment, the guys discuss the good, bad and indifferent singles that dropped from Juice WRLD (REST IN PEACE), Travis Scott x Kid Cudi, French Montana, Isaiah Rashad, Playboi Carti, Lil Uzi Vert, T-Pain and Chris Brown.

The ill-advised thoughts segment...QD: The various degrees of love and how artists choose to tackle it in their music. Uchay: Invest in yourself, it could pay off sooner than you think!

On the #WhoGotNext? segment, we had the opportunity to chop it up with a very talented rising artist out of Coachella Valley, California named Jaelyn! We discussed her upbringing, musical style/influences and the direction of her new album ‘HOURS’ dropping on May 1st! #musicreview #illadvisedwiseguys #DreamVizionNetwork

Watch the visuals to this episode: https://youtu.be/kLHeu0czSXo

On this episode, the wiseguys start the show off with their obligatory shenanigans, discuss their latest endeavours since the last episode and explain how the ‘rona pandemic has continued to impact their daily lives.

The host of “The Quarantine Radio” on IG lol, Tory Lanez, delivers his newest body of work - ‘The New Toronto 3’ (23:20). Also, does Tory do a good job at tastefully drawing inspiration from his contemporaries? Was Rod Wave able to win the people over with his debut ‘Pray 4 Love’ project or does he just sound like every other new artist that releases new music? (50:51). After many months of hype, Joyner Lucas FINALLY drops his debut album, ‘ADHD’, but did the album’s hype match the quality of the music on it? (62:41). PARTYNEXTDOOR drops ‘PARTYMOBILE, but we just weren’t that excited! (88:42). Jessie Reyez impresses us with her new album entitled - ‘BEFORE LOVE CAME TO KILL US’ (103:09).

On the ILL and the NOT so advised segment (118:33), the guys discuss a few new hot and struggle singles from: dvsn, Da Baby, Future, Marshmello/Southside/Giggs/SAINt JHN, Usher, Murda Beatz/YNW Melly/Lil Durk, Drake and Nav

On the #WhoGotNext? segment (178:00), the guys review new music from a few indie artists:

Lexx The Wolf - Inhale (https://open.spotify.com/track/21nBKYKDNW8sYrS8mJIQ0c?si=krYhZStVTvS4OFqRVLBjRQ),

The ill-advised thoughts segment...QD: A bubbling artist by the name of Chyna Rogers suffers a drug overdose, but have we learned any new lessons? (191:10), Uchay: Now that Tekashi 6ix9ine has been released from prison, how will the hip hop culture react to him being a snitch...sry, a confidential informant? :) (198:43) #musicreview #illadvisedwiseguys #DreamVizionNetwork