HoodHype Hip-Hop Talk and Underground Music

This episode was recorded about 3 weeks ago as we took our annual summer break. But we're back! This episode was loaded with great music and we had alot of fun, although we had to work through a major technical failure and a nasty ass heat wave when we recorded this episode. Make sure you check out the HoodHype blog and peep the Shows category to get the second half of this episode which included the white boy water taste test as well as another special interview with Bishop Lamont.

This episode was recorded about 3 weeks ago as we took our annual summer break. But we're back! This episode was loaded with great music and we had alot of fun, although we had to work through a major technical failure and a nasty ass heat wave when we recorded this episode. Make sure you check out the HoodHype blog and peep the Shows category to get the second half of this episode which included the white boy water taste test as well as another special interview with Bishop Lamont.

We"re back in the building with some fire music for y'all this week. This episode we got into the MTV "Top 10 Hottest MCs" list and ripped it to shreds along with MTVs "Brain Trust". Later in the show Major, Phro and JMack bounced to the subject of reparations and had a bit of a heated debate and also discussed a track the review staff was split on. Lots of good stuff for yall this episode, check it out!

Episode 65 was a crazy one. The show itself ended up being 3 hours, but luckily after some editing we managed to get it down to a more manageable hour and a half so we aren't continually murdering your iPods space. So you may notice some continuity shit going on in the show. We kicked the show off immediately with a track and a FRESH interview with Killer Mike, talking about everything from conscious rap (which he said is rather whack) to Alexis Tyler on his show Grind Time Sports Show (BANG! BANG! BANG!). We spoke on marketing beef vs the legitimate rap beef. We then spoke with the winners of Episode 63 Rideout and Terry Cole for their song Ways to lose Detroit. COP THEIR ALBUM!! Overall we had a great time, and we really wish we could post the last segment of the LIVE show but we figured maybe we would post it some other time so we could FINALLY get this one out to yall. Enjoy and we look forward to your feedback. Please post here, email or call us with your comments for the next show!

A three hour show. It was three hours long. We kicked off the show with an interview with last episode's vote winner, Lungz for his track "Am I Black Enough For You". which got things off to good start. Truth be told we didn't expect to run this long, but once NY Oil got on the phone it was all over. The conversation kept getting deeper and deeper as JMack got quieter and quieter (LOL @ JMack's silence). Major, JMack and Phro (but mostly Major) sat down and had a great discussion with NY Oil from everything from the whole Nas issue, to the Sean Bell case. Episode 64 was an episode loaded with Black Pride. As always, there were six crazy underground hip-hop and reggae joints and much more. Also, our apologies for the mild vocal distortion...human error our end. Oh, and make sure you login to our blog at http://www.hoodhype.com/blog to hear an entire hour of bonus audio that wasnt included in this episode!

It's been almost a month since the entire HH crew got together for an episode so we were amp'd up and ready to go. We got things started by congratulating JMack on his newest child, and spoke about every father's worries when their child is first born. From there we got into some hip-hop talk with Nonseq from the production team Tin Men whose track "Video Chick" received the most votes from Episode #61. Nonseq filled us in on the hip-hop scene in North Carolina, and how their production team goes about deciding what MC's they want to work with. Next, Phro gave us the run down on his vacation to Tampa, FL and their 24/7 2-for-1 drink specials. After the break we got into some conversation about Busta Rhymes recent Hot 97 interview, which lead us into a conversation about Aftermath Records and their roster's bulked up appearance. From there we discussed why DJ's get so much love, re-lived some drunk moments, gave our thoughts on Stacy Dash's KING Magazine cover, and a lot more. As always, the music featured in Episode #63 is pure flames. We featured 5 new joints, which are be up for voting, and a couple of HH throwback tracks.

Episode 62 is here and aptly titled The Amazing Race considering 80 percent of this entire show was discussion about racial subject matter. Special guests this episode include the hottest video producer out right now, Rik Cordero. We talked about his videos, upcoming projects, how he got in on the game and much more. We also spoke with one of the guys from the StuffWhitePeopleLike blog, Myles to talk about the site, the subject of the site and we though we came up with some damn nice post suggestions for them too! As always, we featured some FIRE tracks this episode so make sure you tune in and listen to some of the hottest underground hip-hop on the planet!

You know we couldn't really come up with a title for this one. We were all over the place this show but had a damn good time. We spoke to Faddy Daddy, winner of Episode #59, talked about the Stuff White People Like blog (of whom we expect to talk to on the phone next show), dropped a special message for Joe Budden, talked about Nas renaming his album and 6 hot tracks (got some nice reggae stuff in there this week for yall too).

As you can tell from the title, this was our first-ever live show. We streamed our show live via ustream.tv and had a chance to get some real-time interaction with our audience via the chat. The whole experience was tight and we hope to do more shows in a live format in the future. The episode got off to a good start as we caught up with Capital Z, the winner from Episode #58, to talk about his track "Family Ties", and his loyal fan base (he set a HoodHype record for most votes). After that, we had a chance to speak with Brooklyn's own Joell Ortiz. Right from the jump we took the opportunity to squash any misinformation surrounding our previous interview with Bishop Lamont. With that aside, we got into what projects Joell will be dropping next, what he's looking for in his next label situation, working with Rik Cordero, his hoop game and more. After hollerin at Joell, we got to speak with another one of Brooklyn's elite, Buckshot from the Duck Down camp. Buck gave us the scoop on The Formula, his 2nd project with 9th Wonder, which will be dropping in April. He also talked about Duck Down's recent expansion with the new signings of Kidz In The Hall, and Special Teamz. Finally, we called up Phro who wasn't able to be in the studio on this night, and shot the shit with him for a couple minutes. All interviews aside, Episode #60 is loaded with fire music, so click to listen, or download it and listen on the go! (sorry the audio quality was a little low on our end....live and learn)

Special LIVE show dropping this Saturday February 9th at 7:00pm EST!! Make sure you tune in at www.hoodhype.com!!

A solid show for y'all this week. They were all over the place but spoke mostly on the old high school days... skipping school, drinking. Kinda breakin' in the new recording joint so things were a little off at times, but Major, JMack and Phro came through for y'all this week with a hot show packed with some crazy independent and unsigned music. Don't forget to get at us any time at 888-THA-HYPE (888-842-4973), email info@hoodhype.com or holla at www.myspace.com/hoodhype and we will read your comments, complaints and whatever on the air. GET AT US! We've also got a murderous show planned for y'all next week too, so tell your friends!

With three hours of equipment problems, and a couple interviews falling through Episode #58 got off to a rough start, but we managed to hold it down and put together a fire show. We got things started by talking to J. Rose of Bacu Entertainment, whose track "Chillax" earned the most votes from Episode #56. Next, we took a look back at the year that was 2007. We touched on everything from the best and worst albums of year, to which MC's made a come up in 2007 and which MC's took a loss for the year. After reflecting on 07', we began to look forward to 2008 and what's on the horizon for hip-hop. Finally, we text'd Bishop Lamont and got him on the phone for an impromptu interview, and it was definitely worth it. Bishop took some time to step out of a Detox recording session to discuss his most recent street album The Pope Mobile, and his progress on his upcoming LP. He also discussed Joell Ortiz's Aftermath situation with us, and you'll be surprised and disappointed by what he revealed. All in all this show is thorough, and is packed with more heat from the most talented indie artists out there. Download and enjoy!

This episode touched on alot of different things including “balance” between concious rap on the show versus gangsta rap. The show kicked off to a good start with an interview with episode 55’s winner Donny Goines for his song “Never Let My Talent Die” and Major and JMack talked with Donny about his career, his relationship with Disco D as well as upcoming projects and issues in hip-hop. JMack and Major also got into it about “balancing out the shows” with their music selections from the review panel picks. They argued about the “nature” of the lineup for this show JMack had put together versus previous episodes and what to expect for future episodes of the HoodHype show as far as the music lineups are concerned. Later in the show, Major, JMack and Phro discussed their worst drinking adventures and the lessons they learned from them. You’ll just have to listen because there was a ton more they touched on including Remy Ma vs. Lil Kim, Phro’s white people moment and racial and/or outdated slurs. A damn well rounded episode for y’all musically so definitely make sure you subscribe through iTunes and download this to your iPod or download the show and listen on your computer or burned to cd!

This week we spoke with Aftermath Records' newest member Bishop Lamont. We talked about all his free mixtapes, upcoming albums, Stat Quo's mixtapes, Dre's Detox album and his feature on it, as well as how he squashed the beef with Mista FAB and Royce. A full half hour of good, real conversation for yo ass with one of the coolest and most stand up dudes we've ever spoken to yet. Major opened the show by issuing an open invite for Fresh over at Crunk & Disorderly. Artist Nifty took home the win this episode for Episode #54 for his track "We Go Dumb". We also spoke on Jadakiss' move to the Roc, RZA bustin' on RZA, T.I.'s home video, Oscar De La Hoya's fishnet problems and Phro's obsession with this and plenty more to keep you entertained on that subway ride home. Don't forget you can call with your drops, messages, comments and leave a message for Major, JMack or Phro at 888-THA-HYPE

What's up y'all. We're back for Episode #55 and JMack, Phro and Major touched on everything! We got things started by talking with SINcere, the winner from Episode #53. Next, we got into some hip-hop discussion. We debated about the definition of a sophmore slump, in particular we argued about Outkast's first two releases (Southernplayalisticadillacmuzik vs. ATLiens), and which album was better. We also got into a discussion about the acceptance of MC's singing in 90s hip-hop vs. MC's getting bashed for singing in today's tracks. After the hip-hop talk, we got on the phone with Rich Boy and talked about his push to release real music when the label isn't supportive. We got some inside info behind his track 'Let's Get This Paper', and talked about his plans for his upcoming mixtapes and album. After the interview it was time to to get into the racial stories that have been making headlines lately. We spoke on Dog The Bounty Hunter's racist remarks about black people, and Barack Obama's getting blasted for not placing his hand over his heart during the pledge of allegiance. This episode is loaded from top to bottom and is full of FIRE music, so subscribe to us if you haven't already, download it and check it out!

This week we talked about Scratch Magazine shutting down, the light skinned black people party, some fresh indie albums dropping and some hot new music! We also wanted to thank al the fam that helped boost us during the VH1 Hip Hop Honors, Crunk & Disorderly, BlackJackSkanz.com, HipHopDirectory.com and Smartenupnas.com. We apologize for the bad audio quality this show, yall caught us in the middle of an equipment upgrade. So we promise next show will be a banger. But without a doubt the music in this show is pure heat. Conflict from NY, Black Bill from GA, Prince Ali of Toronto, Nifty from CA, Key-Me from NY, Pugs Atomz from Il, and Juice outta GA.

JMack, Phro, and I were back at it this week, and this show is SERIOUS! To get things started we discussed our nomination for a VH-1 Hip-Hop Honors award. Later in the show we got Jay Casteel (CEO of Ballerstatus.com) on the phone to get his take on being nominated in the Best Hip-Hop Lifestyle Site category. We talked about NYCs latest beef involving Saigon and Prodigy/Mobb Deep. We also covered Kanyes first-week sales victory over 50 Cent, and we brought in Milk Dee of Audio Two to get his take on the entire Kanye vs. 50 marketing campaign. Milk also spoke at length about how many times Audio Twos classic record "Top Billing" has been sampled, his behind-the-scenes success in the music game as a producer, and his video parody of 50 Cents "I Get Money". We also continued our commentary on the Jena 6 situation (this is before we were aware of Bells release), and took a look at Jesse Jacksons comments about Barack Obama's involvement with the case. Episode #53 is jam packed with 6 fire tracks, so check it out.

The FULL crew is back and we've got it strapped with eight BANGIN' underground hip-hop tracks which makes Episode 52 a monster show! Major, JMack and Phro talked about how hip-hop is VERY much alive underground, touched on the O'Reilly mess with Nas and took some time to Interview Miami artist Kane, winner of Episode #50 for his track "Dead Man Walkin" off his upcoming album Slangin Kane. We also touched on some XBox stuff, the indie tip, Kanye v. 50 and more! Featured artists this episode include Brasco, Won8D, I.G.T., Bonaphied, Big Dutch, BrookCentral, Young blaze, K-Beta, Dub Sonata, Double A.B.

While the cats are away the mice will play! JMack went solo this show while Major is out of town to bring you some of his past favorite joints on the show. Talkin about his favorite podcasts, interviews and more. Definitely got some FIRE bangers on this show, don't miss it! Seven tracks! Featuring music from Ghazi and Planet Asia, Yung Onyx, The Paypa Boyz, Butta, SINcere and IGT!

Part 2 of 2 of Block 2 Block Series-Miami: An exclusive interview with Billy Corben, the Director of Cocaine Cowboys, the documentary that covers Miami's infamous drug trade and how it impacted the city's growth and rise in popularity. Billy was candid and shared a lot of insight on the first film and even provided some ill teasers about the forthcoming follow-up, Cocaine Cowboys II: The Godmother Returns. As if that wasn't enough, we caught up with GIF the winning vote getter from Episode #48, and talked about the idea behind his track No Born I.D., and his upcoming plans. The music in Episode #50 Part 2 is fire too and features artists strictly from the Metro Miami area.

Part 1 of 2 of Block 2 Block Series-Miami: Episode 50 is here baby! We kicked off our 7 city hip-hop tour in M.I.A., and talked about Miami's hip-hop transition. From the Miami bass music of the 80's, all the way to today's new Miami sound, we covered it all. We also got a chance to holla at one half of Miami's hottest production team, Cool from Cool N' Dre. He touched on what goes into making a hot track, and some of their newest business moves. The music in Episode #50 is fire, and features artists strictly from the Metro Miami area. This show is so big we had to break it up into two pieces, but take the time to download both of them and enjoy M.I.A.

This week Major went for dolo, without JMack or Phro, but he still kept it poppin. Major covered recent hip-hop news such as Interscope bullying hip-hop blogs, and the Remy Ma shooting incident. This episode also features an exclusive interview with Reggae/Dancehall newcomer Collie Buddz. JMack and Major went back and forth with him about his debut album and some of the struggles of coming up in the Caribbeean music scene. The music this week is off the meter as always, so sit back and enjoy the show.

Just a quick update with some big news for upcoming shows and the Block 2 Block series. Make sure you check this ep out to get the latest!

BIG SHIT POPPIN! HoodHype is launching a seven city hip-hop tour! Download this clip for more info!

Were back at it this week after having some scheduling issues for the last couple weeks. We kicked things off with our new Hoodhype intro provided to us by the homie Ques. We talked about XXL Magazines piece about the pluses/minuses of indie labels vs. the majors. JMack took some time to break down some tips for indie artists that are out there grinding. The trailer for American Gangster which stars Denzel Washington and Russell Crowe, also made its way into our conversation. We caught up with the winners from Episodes 45 and 46, Cashmere aka Black Ross and K-Beta to see what projects theyre working on. We also had a little fun going through a list of hit it or skip it scenarios involving various female celebrities; you wont believe some of the answers. The music in this show featured some of the hottest production that weve played, and the MCs were on point as always. Check it out, and be sure to subscribe to us in iTunes if you havent already.

Sorry for the delay on getting this show out, but its finally here. JMack, Phro and myself got together before the Floyd Mayweather vs. Oscar De La Hoya mega-fight to put down another wild show. The Patron was flowing, and the mouths were running. We were joined in the studio by Mayday and SINcere of Mid Mobb Section. As usual we shot the shit about hip-hop, and spoke on the hip-hop version of myspace, GoldMic.com. We hit up Khaos from Yung Onyx, to get his prediction on who would win the fight. As you all know, the Pretty Boy went on to defeat Oscar by split-decision, so look for us to catch up with Arben from boxingtribune.com in the next episode so we can rub it in a little.

JMack and I were at it again, and this episode was "out of control"! This week we were joined in the studio by a special guest host, my homie Snoop-E from Lansing's own Mid Mobb Section. We took another look at the media's attack on hip-hop, but instead of us rehashing our opinions we got a chance to holla at Duck Down Record's Sean Price and get his take on the situation. After chopping it up with P, we switched gears to the boxing world and the upcoming mega-fight between Floyd Mayweather and Oscar De La Hoya. We got some top notch analysis on how De La Hoya may be able to pull off the upset from boxingtribune.com's Arben Paloka, while Snoop-E threw out some knowledge on why Pretty Boy Floyd should come out on top. As if that wasn't enough, we got a chance to catch up with Ques who won the vote for Episode 44. And for the icing on the cake we caught up with Hoodhype.com blog writer Tarah and had a good ol' fashioned Democrat vs. Republican debate. This episode is the longest show we've ever recorded, but it's full of real talk and fire music, 7 songs to be exact, so check it out!

We had so much to talk about this show we couldn't even get to it all. The Imus controversy and it's impact on the hip-hop world was front and center in our discussion. We caught up with HipHopDirectory.com founder James to get his take on censorship, and how the controversy over Imus may impact Hip-Hop's radio play. On the lighter side, JMack and I talked about the Soprano's season premire, and 3-6 Mafia's MTV reality show Adventures in Hollywood. We also chopped it up about Hoodhype's Youtube channel being ranked #61 on the rankings, and Esther Baxter's defeat of Vida Guerra in Round 2 of the Battle of the Hip-Hop Models. Featured artists included Reef Hustle outta Bronx, NY, Cashmere aka Black Ross from Philly, PA, Bigg Jigg from Grand Rapids, MI Semo comin from Cape Girardeau, MD and Link reppin Raleigh, NC.

Recording an episode shouldn't be this much damn fun, but JMack, Phro, and I had a ball putting this one down! The three of us tossed back some beers and kicked it on a number of topics. We covered everything from hip-hop's latest releases to the wackest haircut we've ever gotten. Ep 44 also features an exclusive interview with MC Serch, where he discussed his involvement with VH-1's "The White Rapper Show" and gave us his thoughts on some of the problems with the industry. We also chopped it up with Khaos, a member of Yung Onyx, winners from episode #42. Don't forget the CD Giveaway! We will be giving away two copies of Devin the Dude's new album "Waiting to Inhale", but you gotta call the hypeline and drop your biggest tokes on the phone! We will announce the winners in episode 45! Call (313) 406-7577, but listen to Episode 44 for details! We can't forget about the music, which top to bottom had some of the hardest tracks we've played yet. Episode 44 features tracks from the following artists: Fiction ft. B.C from Minneapolis, MN, Disgruntled Negro out of Texarkana, TX, T-Down comin outta Indianapolis, IN, Dutty Devioso ft. Jayroc from Baton Rouge, LA and back for the THIRD time, Ques coming from Bronx, NY.

This week JMack and I tackled the issue of "real" music versus watered down material. We touched on how difficult it is to make creative, gritty music that will still please major label A&Rs. Also, we spoke to LB, the highest vote getter from Episode #41, about what he's got planned next, and how he made the connection with East Coast legend AZ. We also talked about other Hip-Hop podcasts doing their thing, the controversial "Hood Stomp" video, NCAA hoops, our differnces in opinion on Tiffany Patterson aka New York, and more. Episode #43 also features five bangers from: Mullyman from Baltimore, MD, Ron G outta Atlanta, GA, Akil, Oakland, CA, Butta, Baltimore, MD, D.One, AZ, Irvine, CA