Hip hop started in New York but is it still the most influential or the most important city in Hip Hop? If not what city is? Listen as Saul Goodman (@lionofbedstuy) and Michael Pratt (@ProjectPratt11) discuss. Visuals by @SimplyDop3 Executive Produced by @BSideAnthems Follow us on twitter and IG: @HKLpodcast
Is addiction an issue in Hip-Hop, or an issue in the larger music industry, or a n American issue? Listen as Saul Goodman (@lionofbedstuy) and TheCainMarko (@thecainmarko) discuss. This episode is dedicated to Mac Miller, aka Malcolm James McCormick, 1992-2018. Visuals by @SimplyDop3 Executive Produced by @BSideAnthems Follow us on twitter and IG: @HKLpodcast The Hard Knock Life Podcast is dedicated to the new core of Hip-Hop today: the business, the brand; and the balance between authenticity and entertainment. HKL breaks down the deals and the real; the bars and beef. HKL connects echoes of…
The Internet has started a democratization of the music industry, including rap. The boost in access has led to a boost in styles and sounds. With all this apparent diversity, the traditional position of a rapper seems outdated. Listen as Saul Goodman (@lionofbedstuy) and TheCainMarko (@thecainmarko) discuss. Let us know what you think! Artwork and pics by @SimplyDop3 Executive Produced by @BSideAnthems Follow us on twitter and IG: @HKLpodcast The Hard Knock Life Podcast is dedicated to the new core of Hip-Hop today: the business, the brand; and the balance between authenticity and entertainment. HKL breaks…
Because New York City is the birthplace of Hip-Hop, the “King of New York” title has been widely coveted and hotly contested for decades. In the past, the title has been held decidedly: The Notorious B.I.G., Nas, JAY Z, 50 Cent. In 2018 however, after New York’s preeminence has faded, the title holder is less clear. Saul Goodman (@lionofbedstuy) and TheCainMarko (@thecainmarko) attempt to crown the newest “King of New York.” Visuals by @SimplyDop3 Executive Produced by @BSideAnthems Follow us on twitter and IG: @HKLpodcast
50 Cent and Drake are arguably the biggest Hip-Hop stars of their respective decades, the 2000’s and 2010’s. They have become cultural icons and standalone economies, influencing pop culture and starting (and ending) careers. But whose impact was greater between the two? Recorded in Fresthetic (@fresthetic), home of Classic Material NY in Brooklyn, NY, Saul Goodman (@lionofbedstuy) TheCainMarko (@thecainmarko) and Melton (@marinkd) debate who was greater in his prime: Drake or 50 Cent. We discuss what an artist’s “prime” could be, as well as sales, beef, street credibility, pen games; entourages…
This week on The Weekly Drop A-King and B-Side Anthems sit down and talk to NOLA’s own and Rostrum Records artist Caleb Brown. He shares with us his early beginnings growing up in the NO, his journey and relationship with Rostrum Records. Of course Caleb spit a few bars. Rate, subscribe, comment and share. #TheWeeklyDrop Featured tracks on this episode: Caleb Brown- Player Instrumentals by @dougihmg Twitter: @WeeklyDropPod Instagram: @ThewWeeklyDrop Follow @calebbrwnn on all platforms
This week on The Weekly Drop A-King and B-Side Anthems sit down with Rochester, NY ‘s own 38 Spesh. He shares with us his early beginnings growing up in upstate NY, his relationships with Benny The Butcher, Griselda, Kool G Rap, new music and more. Of course 38 spit a few bars. Rate, subscribe, comment and share. #TheWeeklyDrop The instrumentals used for this episode was provided by @dougihmg Follow us on Twitter: @WeeklyDropPod Follow us on Instagram: @TheWeeklyDrop Follow @iam38Spesh on all platforms Featured tracks on this episode: 1). 38 Speech feat. Kool…
Join us as we welcome back A-King & Mika with the resurgence of “The Weekly Drop”! This week’s episode features the East Harlem MC, UFO Fev (@UFOFev), where he shares with us his early beginnings growing up in Harlem, catching the attention of Fat Joe, getting a sneaky call from Diddy, new music and a dope freestyle. Listen below: