Cash Money Records have been at the top of the rap game for almost 20 years. 400 Degreez was the album that started the run. Already successful independently, after singing a historic record contract with Universal they we're ready to takeover and Juvenile led they way with 400 degreez. Creatively unsequenced from the crazy mind of Mannie Fresh the album was raw and relentless. 

Nine years ago, A$AP Rocky burst onto the scene with his breakout mixtape Live. Love. A$AP, a project that seamlessly blended Harlem’s raw edge with Southern influences like Houston’s Chopped and Screwed, Bone Thugs-n-Harmony, and Three 6 Mafia. Featuring tracks like "Kissin' Pink," this mixtape cemented Rocky’s place in hip-hop and became a cornerstone of the Blog Era, turning casual listeners into die-hard fans.

In this episode, Ahmad and Vance break down Live. Love. A$AP’s impact on hip-hop, discussing how A$AP Rocky’s innovative sound reshaped the genre and brought the spotlight to the A$AP Mob. They delve into the album’s standout tracks, its Houston-inspired production, and Rocky’s rise as a Harlem-based artist with a global influence.

The episode also highlights discussions on Big K.R.I.T.’s role in the Southern rap renaissance, the broader impact of the Blog Era on today’s music landscape, and reflections on how mixtapes like Live. Love. A$AP paved the way for independent artists in the digital age.

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Welcome back to another episode of the Record Report!

This week, we're diving into the soulful vibes of NxWorries’ Yes Lawd!. Released on October 21, 2016, the collaborative project between producer extraordinaire Knxwledge and singer-rapper dynamo Anderson .Paak showcases a masterclass in genre-blending.

Yes Lawd! was years in the making, with Knxwledge’s signature soulful, sample-heavy beats providing the perfect canvas for Anderson’s versatile vocals and vivid storytelling. From smooth grooves to introspective ballads, the album strikes a balance between retro soul and modern innovation.

In this episode, we break down our favorite tracks, explore the duo's creative synergy, and discuss how Yes Lawd! has left its mark on neo-soul and hip-hop.

We also chat about Freddie Gibbs’ rise to rap royalty, our favorite "car music," and much more.

If you haven’t listened to Yes Lawd! yet, we hope this episode inspires you to dive into one of the most soulful albums of the 2010s.

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October 15th marks the 7th year anniversary of what Dom calls his first real album that he put up for sale, "Get Home Safely". Released a little over a year after the Yellow Album, Dom creates a love letter to his neighorbood, to his friends that he's lost and the people that make it what it is. Each song is a tale of South Central that only a native can tell.

We also touched on Nipsey, the Blog Era and more!

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Welcome Back! For this week episode we revisited AZ's classic debut album "Doe or Die" for its 25th anniversary. Listed as one of Hip Hop's most underrated Legends, AZ first album was releasd October 10th 1995 after creating an enormous buzz after his guest verse on Illmatic's Life's a Bitch. We needed some help to discuss such a monumental album and were joined by Phenom Blak, host of the podcast, @Where's My 40 Acres Podcast. 

We also touched on Mac Miller being the best white rapper ever, Crazy amount great albums released in 1995, Nas career arc, Jay-Z favorite albums, If there are any Good Rapper Producers,+

Let's us know how you fell about the album. Don't forget to like and share!

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For this week’s episode, we revisited @xdannyxbrownx 4th album Atrocity Exhibition. Released in 2016, this album continued to show Danny’s keen ear for sounds that most rappers wouldn’t dare to touch, it also showed his unmatched lyrical abilities and storytelling. Comment, Subscribe and Share! 

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For this week’s episode we revisited @Rapsody sophomore album “Laila's Wisdom”.  The grammy nominated album was a critical success and solidified Rapsody place in hip hop. Tune in and let us know how you feel about this album. Listen to more episodes here: linktr.ee/RecordReportPodcast. Follow us on Socials: @RecordReportPodcast

For this week’s episode we revisited @projectpat debut album “Ghetty Green”. Monday is the 21st anniversary of one of the most influential hip hop albums EVER by one of its most underrated legends. Tune in and let us know how you feel album this album. Follow  us on Socials: @RecordReportPodcast

Vance B. and Ahmad dug up Isaiah Rashad's "debut" album ,  The Sun's Tirade, released 4 years ago. 

Welcome to the Record Report Podcast with your host Ahmad and Vance B. Follow the podcast on IG @RecordRepPod