Strong opinions can sometimes backfire, and Ice is starting to learn the hard way as he decides to implement a new rule for himself (16:30). The guys also discuss Cardi B's latest single (20:30), Usher's Tinydesk performance (37:30), and if he'd win a Verzuz against Chris Brown (41:45). Next, they discuss R. Kelly's 30-year prison sentence (1:03:00), a wild NBA Free Agency (1:23:10), the latest TV shows they're tuned in to (1:45:20), and MORE!

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Sleeper Picks

Joe | Don Altae - “Chocolate Girls”

Ice | Mozzy - “Lurkin” (Ft. EST Gee)

Parks | CRIMEAPPLE & DJ Skizz - “Wonder Years”

Ish | OFF TOP - “Lap Dance” (Ft. Eric Bellinger)

The guys kick things off by recapping a loaded BET Awards weekend (22:25). Then, after a seemingly low projection of first-week sales, Joe calls for an investigation of Chris Brown's album sales (51:10), and the guys tap into conspiracy mode (59:35). Lastly, Joe discusses Kyrie Irving opting into his contract with the Brooklyn Nets (1:37:10); Ice believes Wale would sweep J. Cole in a Verzuz battle (2:02:00), and a variety of other topics the guys discuss!

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Sleeper Picks

Joe | Givēon - “Tryna Be”

Ice | Lloyd Banks - “Menace” (Ft. Conway The Machine)

Parks | Chance the Rapper - “The Highs & The Lows” (Ft. Joey Bada$$)

Ish | Idman - “Look At What I’m Doing To You”

This episode is filled with R&B discussions, and apologies were given to Mario after his Verzuz proved he outperformed Omarion (14:25). Next, the crew recap Chris Brown's new album (51:40), an update on Lil Tjay's recovery (1:18:20), and Roe V Wade details (1:32:15). Lastly, the guys cover the NBA Draft (1:57:20) and MORE!

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Sleeper Picks

Joe | Vory - “Do Not Distrub” (Ft. NAV & Bleu)

Ice | Lil Durk - “Huuuh”

Parks | Lupe Fiasco - “ON FAUX NEM”

Ish | Ray J - “Brown Sugar” (Ft. Lil Wayne)

Beyonce returns with her new single, "Break My Soul," as she also announced a new album this past week (16:50). Next, the crew covers H.E.R.'s lawsuit against her label (1:18:35), and Ish gives his opinion on Pergola's new lawsuit (1:36:30). Also, Ice spreads the news of Google's new A.I. developments (1:59:15), the return of the "Part of the Show" segment (2:21:40), and MORE!

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Sleeper Picks

Joe | Chlöe - “Surprise”

Ice | Kevin Gates - “Intro”

Parks | Daniel Son & Futurewave - “Field Trips”

Ish | Ambré - “3 Peat”

The guys kick off the pod discussing Drake’s surprise album “Honestly, Nevermind” (04:15). Ish gives Joe his flowers for predicting Golden State winning the NBA championship (44:30). Joe talks about Logic’s new album (1:20:45). Residents of Marcy Houses react to the Bitcoin program (1:30:30). The guys look forward to Father’s Day (2:05:00) + MORE!

Sleepers:

Joe | THEY. - “Blü Moon”

Ice | Kevin Gates - “Steppin”

Parks | REASON - “Is What It Is” (Ft. Jay Rock)

Ish | Josiah Bassey & L. Jean - “Pressure”

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Joe kicks things off by recapping his time at Summer Jam and giving an update on Gunna since his arrest (33:00). Joe also speculates on Verzuz battles, including Mario vs. Omarion and Juelz Santana vs. Lloyd banks (1:05:00). Then, the Lobby Boyz (Maino and Jim Jones) join the J.B.P. to discuss their new album (1:40:00) and MORE!

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Sleeper Picks

Joe | Legazy - “Day Off”

Ice | Big Moochie Grape - “East Haiti Baby”

Parks | Hus Kingpin - “Creep”

Ish | Kaleem Taylor - “Until”

Joe and the gang kick things off by discussing new music (14:25) and the Migos pulling out of the Governors Ball festival (27:00). Then, hurricane Chris defends himself against an artist who sampled his song (51:30), Yung Miami debuted her new show (1:15:10), Part of the Show segment (2:01:30), and MORE!

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Sleeper Picks

Joe | Tank - “Slow” (Ft. J. Valentine)

Ice | French Montana - “Alcatraz”

Parks | Bathgate - “Thoughts” (Ft. Lenice Raquel)

Ish | Symba - “Don’t Condone 2”

Michael B. Jordan and Lori Harvey announce their break up, and the guys speculate if the relationship was a publicity stunt (14:20). Joe and the crew also discuss Jayson Tatum's tributes to Kobe Bryant (22:00), Chris Brown being more talented than Michael Jackson, and Apple's plans to allow users to edit and unsend text messages (1:20:00). Lastly, the crew caps off the episode with another edition of "Part of The Show" (1:56:00) and MORE!

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Sleeper Picks

Joe | Kenyon Dixson - “Angel”

Ice | PUSH! - “Last of The Mohicans” (Ft. Maino)

Parks | Benny The Butcher - “Welcome to the States” (YouTube Release)

Ish | Nia Sultana - “Proven” (Ft. Rick Ross)

The guys return from their vacation and discuss all the new music released (27:35). Joe and the crew share updates on Young Thug's case (1:03:45), Joe goes viral while on vacation (1:19:25), and Nick Cannon joins the podcast (2:02:15).

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Sleeper Picks

Joe | Arin Ray - “Gold”

Ice | Louie Ray - “Turkey Bags” (Ft. Arsonal Da Rebel)

Parks | ElCamino - “Who I Am”

Ish | Nonso Amadi - “Different” (Ft. Majid Jordan)

Joe backs N.O.R.E. on more prominent artists neglecting Hip Hop media for mainstream outlets (9:15). The guys also discuss new music (31:45), Justin Timberlake sells his music catalog in a deal worth a reported $100 million (1:10:10), and the cast sends condolences to the victims of the Texas shooting (1:23:10). Lastly, Joe clowns Ice for not being outside (1:45:00), the Golden State Warriors advance to the N.B.A. Finals (2:12:30), and MORE!

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Sleeper Picks

Joe | Shade Sheist - “Where I Wanna Be” (Ft. Nate Dogg & Kurupt)

Ice | Fabolous - “For The Summer”

Parks | Girll Codee - “Chaa Chaa Chaa” (Ft. HoodCelebrityy)

Ish | Symba - “GOAT”