The Grey Area

Dec 09 2024 96 ep. 69 mins 36
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Talking all things Rap & Hip-Hop, from the UK to across the pond. The facts are black and white, but our opinions are somewhere in the middle. New episodes are available on the 10th and 25th of each month!

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Kendrick Lamar - GNX Review (and November Release Recap)

Dec 09 2024 114 mins  
What a month November was Kendrick Lamar's latest album GNX caught us by surprise and this episode we are diving into its themes, energy, and production while reflecting on his artistic evolution and the album’s impact on hip-hop.Nov Release Recap Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2koJ8BOTfbEFgr0N3SaNGJ?si=015dd17f36cf44a7Other releases:Freddie Gibbs - You Only Die 1nce

MF DOOM - Mm..Food: A Timeless Classic

Nov 24 2024 34 mins  
MF Doom's album ‘MM Food' is celebrating its 20th anniversary. The themes and concepts explored in the album include life lessons, commentary on the rap game, street lessons, and loyalty. MF DOOM's album 'Mm.. Food' is a classic that has stood the test of time and continues to influence the hip-hop genre. The album's concept, centred around food, is executed brilliantly

Chromakopia Review (sorta) / October Release Recap

Nov 09 2024 129 mins  
This episode, we share our initial thoughts on Tyler, the Creator's 8th studio album, Chromakopia, and recap the month of October.Check out our favourite tracks of the month here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1UZWtdCzmP4Czp2WY1SMJB?si=e5ecb567c9874509

Hip-Hop’s Influences and Fusions

Oct 24 2024 89 mins  
We’re diving into the fascinating connections between hip hop and its diverse cultural influences. We explore how these genres have helped shape hip hop’s evolution, pointing out the back-and-forth nature of the genre and its ties to dancehall & West Indian music. There's also a focus on the powerful impact of jazz and funk on hip hop, with legends like James Brown pla

Release Recap (Sept 2024)

Oct 09 2024 70 mins  
It’s release recap time and this month we are discussing Kendrick Lamar's new track and its cultural implications, the allegations against Diddy and the industry's complicity, the evolution of hip-hop album structures, LL Cool J's recent album, Alchemist's rapping skills, and Nines' retirement. Watching the Party Die:A few months on from the Drake v. Kendrick beef, and in li

Does Hip-Hop Age Well?

Sep 24 2024 75 mins  
We break down how certain artists like The Notorious B.I.G., Tyler, The Creator, and Lupe Fiasco have stood the test of time, analysing their impact and evolution. We discuss timeless projects like Lupe’s The Cool and Big Sean’s Detroit, and dive into the UK rap scene with legends like Kano, Wretch 32, and J Hus. We also debate the “top five” rappers, Big Sean's longevity,

Release Recap (August 2024)

Sep 09 2024 77 mins  
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4nX7JGSrzQRi8nRpt1VOOW?si=df0c1a8cc2264c89JPEGMAFIA - I LAY DOWN MY LIFE FOR YOU (1 Aug):Is Peggy the best Hip-Hop producer working today?Big Sean - Better Me Than You (30 Aug):Considering the sales and some of the responses from fans, why do we think Sean’s music isn’t quite connecting with the masses? Lack of volume/consistency, leaving GOOD

Best LA Leakers Freestyles GOAT talk #9

Aug 24 2024 55 mins  
Another episode of GOAT Talks for your head top! This time, we are talking about the crazy freestyles from the LA Leakers series. Standout performances, legendary bars, and why these moments are a must-listen. If you’re all about hearing rap at it's highest level, raw talent and high energy, this episode is a must listen!Our LA Leakers PicksNeil:Cordae - https://youtu.be/kvN

Release Recap (July 2024)

Aug 09 2024 85 mins  
July has been a crazy month for the Hip Hop scene! https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6kdIfmXPs0FLuZ0WjgnZo0?si=BRcYgsH1SN-feAbyq-FWYg&pi=e-h9Ae4bGhQ0OsThis episode, we discuss Eminem's and Childish Gambino's latest albums, offering mixed reviews on both. We dive into the tension between Drake and Childish Gambino, praise Wretch 32's most recent freestyle, and appreciate Bashy's

Posse Cuts #4

Jul 24 2024 20 mins  
We are back for the fourth time with more of our favourite posse cuts! Some modern classics and some old school bangers too!The picksKiran Westside Gun's 'Red Death.' Theo - 'John Blaze' Sean - 'Blow Your Trumpet, Sam - Denzel Curry's 'Ain't No Way'