Photos: Nickie Rose Top Dawg Entertainment’s President, Terrence “Punch” Henderson, is sitting on top of the world. Thanks to the historic success of SZA’s sophomore album SOS, the label has a new flagship star. But make no mistake, Punch just isn’t sitting behind a desk. The Watts native can also be heard with his own hip-hop … Read moreRap Radar Podcast: Punch
We’re a day away from a brand new episode of one of our favorite podcasts — Rap Radar! Source: Frazer Harrison / Neill Cooper / Getty Lucky for y’all (and us) we’ve got an exclusive sneak preview clip for your viewing pleasure. This week’s exclusive clip features none other than Kenneth “Babyface” Edmonds! This R&B … Read more‘Rap Radar’ Exclusive: Babyface Sings SZA’s Praises “I Don’t Think She Has Any Idea How Incredible She Is”
Yachty starts here. Photos: Ryder Lil Yachty isn’t afraid to experiment. After taking the wock to Poland and a two-year hiatus, the Atlanta rapper returned this year with his alternative album, Let’s Start Here. Making his debut on the Rap Radar Podcast, Yachty invites us into his Georgia mansion to discuss his new sound, critics, … Read moreRap Radar Podcast: Lil Yachty
Photos: Kenya Frank In person, YoungBoy Never Broke Again is a man of a few words. On wax however, the Baton Rouge native pulls no punches. And after dropping eight albums last year, YoungBoy set the returned this January with, I Rest My Case. From his snowy home in Utah, YoungBoy gives a rare conversation … Read moreRap Radar Podcast: YoungBoy Never Broke Again
With the Grammy Family. Houston we have a problem. Well, sort of. We had a special episode planned, but due to “technical difficulties”, we’re going to hold this episode. So for now, listen to B.Dot and Elliott recap their adventures at the Roc Nation Brunch and this years Grammy Awards. Sorry for the wait! … Read moreRap Radar Podcast: Roc Nation Brunch & Grammy Awards Recap
Y’all know what this is. Photos: Ryder Jermaine Dupri and Curren$y are a match made in hip-hop heaven. Two years ago, the duo connected after Spitta paid homage to the So So Def founder on his album, Collection Agency. Now the pair are releasing their debut EP, For Motivational Use Only Vol. 1. In their … Read moreRap Radar Podcast: Jermaine Dupri & Curren$y
Photos: Nickie Rose Around these parts, Ransom is an uncompromising lyrical king. Last year, the New Jersey rapper independently released three albums, including his latest, Chaos Is My Ladder. And with his game ace on, Ran is set on dominating 2023. Here, he talks about his current project, independence, and more! The post Rap … Read moreRap Radar Podcast: Ransom
Photos: Ryder JID is an open book. And last year, the East Atlanta native released his critically acclaimed album, The Forever Story. In support of the project, he’s hitting the road this January with Smino on their co-headlining, Luv Is 4 Ever tour. But before coming to a city near you, JID chops it up with B.Dot and Elliott on … Read moreRap Radar Podcast: JID
Ayo! Photos: Dallas1stt Westside Gunn doesn’t lack confidence. This year, the Griselda Records general is celebrating a string of releases, including his own, 10. But Gunn isn’t toasting to his accomplishment alone. Accompanying him are artists, Boldly James, Rome Streetz, and Stove God Cooks. Before taking over Miami’s annual Art Basel festival, he chops it … Read moreRap Radar Podcast: Westside Gunn
Soulo! Photos: Nickie Rose Ab-Soul is on a quest to find himself. And after a six year hiatus, he returned with a new album inspired by his government name, Hebert. With a renewed focus, Soul sits with B.Dot and Elliott to discuss his new album, losses, suicide attempt, TDE, and more! The post Rap Radar … Read moreRap Radar Podcast: Ab-Soul