The Verse

The Verse

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The Verse episodes

  • "Represent Represent": Straight West Coastin'

    Welcome to our latest regional series, "Represent Represent," where Lesley and Dare discuss distinct artists from and musical features of the five regions; starting with the West Coast. Follow us on Instagram via @VerseCast to continue the conversation! 

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    45 min
  • Sample Series: Isaac Hayes

     

    In the final installment of the Sample Series, Lesley and Dare explore the catalog of “Soul Man” Isaac Hayes and his impact on hip hop. We hope you enjoyed the series! 


    56 min
  • Sample Series: James Brown

     James Brown is often referred to as the “Godfather of Soul,” and therefore may also be considered the Godfather of hip hop by extension.  Listen in as Lesley and Daré discuss some unique James Brown samples throughout hip hop.  Let us know your thoughts via Instagram: @VerseCast!

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    46 min
  • Sample Series: Stevie Wonder
    The Sample Series highlights hip-hop’s embrace of various musicians through the art of sampling. This first installment of the Sample Series focuses on the work of the legendary Stevie Wonder. Sit back and enjoy some digital crate digging! 
    Playlist: 
    Gangsta’s Paradise - Coolio f. L.V. 
    Callin’ Me - Actual Proof f. Median and Bluu Suede
    Let It Be - Rapper Big Pooh f. Chaundon 
    Magnus Carlsen - The Game f. Anderson.Paak
    Dreamer - Action Bronson 
    So Many Tears - 2Pac 
    Thug Lovin’ - Ja Rule f. Bobby Brown
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    50 min
  • "Bling like the Neptunes Sound."

    Today Lesley and Daré celebrate the contributions of iconic and genre-agnostic production duo: The Neptunes. Given The Neptunes’ expansive discography, this episode focuses on some of our favorite Neptunes productions from 2003 - 2006. Enjoy! 

    51 min
  • You Know Who It Is

    Shazam isn’t necessary when it comes to these artists. In this episode of The Verse, Lesley and Daré discuss MCs with instantly recognizable voices and/or flows that have withstood the test of time.  Feel free to join the conversation by following us on Instagram: @Versecast! 

    59 min
  • The Art of Storytellin’
    At its core, hip hop is a vessel for narration. During this episode, we highlight some of our favorite hip hop tales and the MCs who brought us into the room with them through their descriptive lyrics and infectious melodies. 
    Playlist:
    Children’s Story  - Slick Rick
    I Gave You Power - Nas (1996)
    Milly Pulled A Pistol on Santa - De La Soul (1991)
    Love is Blind - Eve (1999)
    My HomeBoy’s Girlfriend - 8Ball (1998)
    Ms. Fat Booty - Mos Def (1999)
    Cocaine - Royce da 5'9 (2018)
    T.R.O.Y. -  Pete Rock & C.L. Smooth (1992)
    1 hr 13 min
  • Motivation Monday
    Few things motivate us more than a great beat and inspirational lyrics. On this special episode of The Verse, Lesley and Daré are joined by Rhian Rogan of Rhian’s Hope podcast as they discuss songs that inspire them. Please join the conversation via Instagram by following us @VerseCast!
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    1 hr 2 min
  • Pump It Up!
    With summer in full-swing, it’s only right to show love to the songs that served as our audio creatine while working out. Throw this on at the gym!
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    41 min
  • SummaTime!
    Forget what the calendar says, with the weather breaking and BBQs popping, summertime is in full swing as well as music that reminds us of summer. This episode is dedicated to the freshly waxed cars, family reunions and day parties associated with summer; a summer soundtrack if you will. Enjoy!
    1 hr 13 min

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