In this special audio drama episode, Sumit Sharma and Chris Mitchell set off to the fictional world of Latveria to uncover the layers of MF DOOM’s iconic album “MM..FOOD”. From late-night food spots to record store conversations, their journey blends memory, mystery, and music in true DOOM fashion. Along the way, they’re joined by… and bump into… an all-star lineup of DOOM’s close friends and fans, including John Robinson, Sean Kantrowitz, MC Paul Barman, Dart Adams, Jason Jagel, Spanish Ran and...
May 29, 2025•54 min•Ep. 227
Kane Mayfield is a Hip Hop artist from the DC area who sells his music via Blockchain and has made multiple moves selling and making money in cryptocurrency. Chris had questions for him, and what happened was not planned. You're about to listen to a music conversation of epic proportions. This exchange is not for casual, surface listener fans. Then again, anyone who listens to this podcast likes music of a particular taste and standard. Kane and Chris geek out about Big Pun, Onyx, rhyme schemes,...
Feb 20, 2025•2 hr 8 min•Ep. 226
As expected, we're here to break down everything that's happened in Hip-Hop and Rap this week, including: The death of Irv Gotti 50 Cent and Big Meech falling out Kendrick sweeping the Grammys TDE sexual assault lawsuit Potential beef between DJ Khaled and Drake We also discuss Lewis Parker's latest music and some 'new old music'. The good folks at Boom Bap Relikz have reissued his debut album, Masquerades & Silhouettes , on vinyl, CD, and cassette! Pre-order your copy here . Connect with Br...
Feb 08, 2025•28 min•Ep. 225
We're back with some of the latest chat. A$AP Rocky's assault trial Akademiks and the grooming allegations Central Cee and the early response to his 'Can't Rush Greatness' album. We also discuss the latest music and some 'new old music' by The Almighty Arrogant! Shout out to 90s Tapes! Connect with Breaking Atoms Instagram Facebook Twitter Follow Sumit Instagram Twitter Follow Chris Instagram Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Jan 31, 2025•27 min•Ep. 224
For this week's rap-up, we discuss: Jim Jones' thoughts on Drake suing UMG Keefe D’s 2Pac murder charge upheld Madlib teasing new charity project Roc Nation allowing fans to purchase shares of music New music We also talk about the greatness of Reasonable Doubt by Jay-Z... again. Connect with Breaking Atoms Instagram Facebook Twitter Follow Sumit Instagram Twitter Follow Chris Instagram Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Jan 26, 2025•47 min•Ep. 223
For this week's rap-up, we discuss: Madlib losing his home, music equipment and unreleased music in LA fires Cam'rom and Jim Jones fall out... again! More news on Drake's lawsuit against UMG A Donorbox fundraising campaign has been set up to support Madlib and his family. Click here to donate. Look out for more music updates next week! Connect with Breaking Atoms Instagram Facebook Twitter Follow Sumit Instagram Twitter Follow Chris Instagram Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mo...
Jan 19, 2025•30 min•Ep. 222
For our first full episode of 2025, we're taking a detour. In June 2021, we released our first narrative series detailing Jay-Z's creation of 'Reasonable Doubt'. We did over 50+ interviews, and the last one we did for the series was with DJ Clark Kent. After his tragic passing in 2024, we've decided to share the FULL UNEDITED interview with you, which was a candid chat with one of Hip-Hop's most significant contributors and creatives. We sounded like amateurs because we were a little giddy when ...
Jan 16, 2025•1 hr 42 min•Ep. 221
For the first rap-up of the year of our Lord 2025, we chop it up about: Elliott Wilson's thoughts on 'new media journalism' and Cam'ron trying to be Stephen A. Smith Apollo Brown leaving Mello Music Group after 15 years Joey Bada$$' new single and subliminal shots at the West Coast We also share our thoughts on Redman's new album, 'Muddy Waters Too,' and Reuben Vincent's new EP, which dropped on New Year's Eve 2024. Connect with Breaking Atoms Instagram Facebook Twitter Follow Sumit Instagram Tw...
Jan 03, 2025•41 min•Ep. 220
Before the festive settings get activated, we discuss... The latest updates around the sexual assault allegations against Jay-Z Fat Joe's comments about Foundational Black Americans (FBA) Early thoughts on the new 'Missionary' album by Snoop Dogg and Dr. Dre We'll be back shortly with more news and a special announcement about our next 'Elements' special. Connect with Breaking Atoms Instagram Facebook Twitter Follow Sumit Instagram Twitter Follow Chris Instagram Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acas...
Dec 24, 2024•47 min•Ep. 219
Chris is on a solo mission this week and links up with Chicago's own Philmore Greene! The conversation is rich, and you'd think Chris and Philmore have known each other for years. Philmore deep dives into the making of his new album, The Grand Design , working with Bruiser Wolf, his bond with Rashid Hadee and working with Apollo Brown and why King Von is a great storyteller. The convo gets really real when Chris and Philmore talk about generational trauma and why all Black men should consider ac...
Dec 18, 2024•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 218
This week, it gets real, and we discuss... The sexual assault allegations against Jay-Z Accusations against lawyer Tony Buzbee of running an extortion plot Links to Diddy and what could happen next We also touch on this week's new music. Connect with Breaking Atoms Instagram Facebook Twitter Follow Sumit Instagram Twitter Follow Chris Instagram Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Dec 12, 2024•50 min•Ep. 217
We're back with a weekly rap-up, so here goes... Quick review of 'GNX' by Kendrick Lamar Drake's new petition/lawsuit against Universal Music J. Cole releasing blog-era mixtapes to DSPs Connect with Breaking Atoms Instagram Facebook Twitter Follow Sumit Instagram Twitter Follow Chris Instagram Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Dec 01, 2024•43 min•Ep. 216
We linked up with a man of exquisite music taste, Alex Fruchter from Closed Sessions, to celebrate the label's 15-year anniversary and reminisce over the blog era and Chicago's importance and influence in the Hip-Hop ecosystem. Alex also gets real about the realities of running a label and the social media climate when promoting new artists. Connect with Breaking Atoms Instagram Facebook Twitter Follow Sumit Instagram Twitter Follow Chris Instagram Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy ...
Nov 20, 2024•48 min•Ep. 215
Fresh off the release of her latest album, 'Death Of Deuce', we link up with Buffalo's very own 7xvethegenius! 7xve (pronounced 'Love') shares some details about her Hip Hop origin story, her unique way of finding flows and pockets, finally getting to work with Daringer, following her own mind and more! Connect with Breaking Atoms Instagram Facebook Twitter Follow Sumit Instagram Twitter Follow Chris Instagram Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Oct 30, 2024•25 min•Ep. 214
In this week's rap-up, Sumit and Chris discuss: Ka's passing and remembering his greatness DJ Clark Kent rumours Hip-Hop journalism Big Meech's release from prison Connect with Breaking Atoms Instagram Facebook Twitter Follow Sumit Instagram Twitter Follow Chris Instagram Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Oct 17, 2024•31 min•Ep. 213
In this week's rap-up, Sumit and Chris discuss: Piers Morgan's apology to The Carters following Jaguar Wright's accusations J. Cole's new song 'Port Antonio' and his feature run Scarface's health, given his recent social media posts Method Man and Fat Joe on depression and mental health Connect with Breaking Atoms Instagram Facebook Twitter Follow Sumit Instagram Twitter Follow Chris Instagram Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Oct 10, 2024•22 min•Ep. 212
In this week's rap-up, Sumit and Chris discuss: The Company Man (Justin Hunte) and What's The Dirt engage in a heated debate Young Dolph's killer found guilty and sentenced to life in prison Unreleased Kanye West and Kendrick Lamar album in the vaults, according to Consequence Connect with Breaking Atoms Instagram Facebook Twitter Follow Sumit Instagram Twitter Follow Chris Instagram Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Sep 27, 2024•28 min•Ep. 211
In this week's rap-up, Sumit and Chris discuss: Puffy's arrested and bail denial 50 Cent teasing a new show with Idris Elba Dame Dash claims that Drake has made an offer to buy Roc-A-Fella shares Connect with Breaking Atoms Instagram Facebook Twitter Follow Sumit Instagram Twitter Follow Chris Instagram Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Sep 20, 2024•23 min•Ep. 210
In this week's rap-up, Sumit and Chris discuss: Superbowl advert and fallout with responses from Nicki Minaj, Birdman, Master P, Cam'ron and Mase Kendrick Lamar's new song News on D'Angelo getting ready to drop new music A short reflection on the recent deaths including Fatman Scoop, Frankie Beverly and Rich Homie Quan The hosts also provide a quick rundown of new music, including drops from Doechii, LL Cool J, Nines and more. Connect with Breaking Atoms Instagram Facebook Twitter Follow Sumit I...
Sep 13, 2024•25 min•Ep. 209
In the first episode of our new series, Elements , we celebrate the 30th anniversary of Ready To Die by The Notorious B.I.G.! You'll hear from those who were part of the album's creation—producers, engineers, and collaborators who helped craft its unique sound. We'll also bring you trusted voices from the community and people who lived the same experiences Biggie rapped about, offering a firsthand view into the world he depicted. And we'll hear from scholars who will deconstruct the social, poli...
Sep 11, 2024•55 min
In this week's rap-up, Sumit and Chris discuss: New Clipse album Irv Gotti having a stroke and diabetes complications The everlasting saga of Dame Dash Vs Jay-Z and the Reasonable Doubt masters Cardi B calling Atlantic Records a "correctional facility" The hosts also provide a quick rundown of new music, including drops from Curren$y, DJ Fresh, Big Sean, Robert Glasper, Juicy J and more. Connect with Breaking Atoms Instagram Facebook Twitter Follow Sumit Instagram Twitter Follow Chris Instagram ...
Aug 31, 2024•32 min•Ep. 208
You know the name, or at least you should. Check the credits. Godfather Don has worked with most of your favourites, including Kool Keith, Cormega and Screwball. His solo catalogue is exemplary, and his work on Hydra Entertainment is damn near mythical at this point. Veteran New York Emcee and Producer Godfather Don pulls up to the pod for a rare and exclusive interview. Don doesn't talk much, so we listened for the most part because nerdy details and unearthed gems were released at will. Before...
Aug 13, 2024•31 min•Ep. 207
We're back with another exclusive interview, and this week's guest is a story of perseverance in Hip Hop culture. Spanish Ran is a producer from New York who came into the game on the humble, studied the greats and now calls those same greats, 'peers' and, in some cases, 'friends'. Ran shares his Hip Hop origin story, details his relationship with Lenny S, working as an A & R and bringing Rapsody and Westside Gunn to Roc Nation, working with Bloo Azul, Al-Doe and Tree Mason and the inspirati...
Aug 06, 2024•41 min•Ep. 206
In this week's rap-up, Sumit and Chris discuss: The Lox on Tiny Desk Snoop Dogg's friendship with Queen Elizabeth II (RIP) 50 Cent launching TV network with Lionsgate Dame Dash's shares of 'Reasonable Doubt' by Jay-Z being auctioned The hosts also provide a quick rundown of new music, including drops from Killer Mike, Wiz Khalifa and more. Connect with Breaking Atoms Instagram Facebook Twitter Follow Sumit Instagram Twitter Follow Chris Instagram Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy fo...
Aug 03, 2024•33 min•Ep. 205
In this week's rap-up, Sumit and Chris discuss: Eminem Vs Slim Shady New single from DJ Premier featuring Rick Ross, Big Sean and Lil' Wayne Elliott Wilson claps back at Charlemagne over the Complex 'Hip Hop Media' list Diddy being named as a suspect in 2Pac's murder Lil' Wayne allegedly dissing Drake The hosts also provide a quick rundown of new music, including drops from Rakim, DJ Muggs & Raz Fresco, Vic Spencer, Mustard, Da Flyy Hooligan and more. Connect with Breaking Atoms Instagram Fa...
Jul 27, 2024•29 min•Ep. 204
In this week's rap up, Sumit and Chris discuss: Big Sean's album leak allegedly by Kanye West Two new judges in one week for the Young Thug trial Schoolboy Q not being able to perform in Toronto and Drake's suspected involvement The hosts also provide a quick rundown of new music, including drops from Freeway & Jake One, Ransom, BLK ODYSSY, Little Simz and more. Connect with Breaking Atoms Instagram Facebook Twitter Follow Sumit Instagram Twitter Follow Chris Instagram Twitter Hosted on Acas...
Jul 20, 2024•18 min•Ep. 203
In this week's rap up, Sumit and Chris discuss: B.G. having his lyrics reviewed by the U.S. government XXL Freshman, Rich Amiri, not wanting to rap Kendrick Lamar's 'Not Like Us' video Rick Ross and his team having a scuffle with Drake fans in Canada Young Thug trial update The hosts also provide a quick rundown on new music before calling it quits for the week. Connect with Breaking Atoms Instagram Facebook Twitter Follow Sumit Instagram Twitter Follow Chris Instagram Twitter Hosted on Acast. S...
Jul 05, 2024•28 min•Ep. 202
In this week's rap up, Sumit and Chris get into: Rumoured Drake and Dave collaboration Keefe D being denied bail Big L trying to get Mase set up and robbed The hosts also reviewed the week's new releases, including albums from Boldy James and Conductor Williams, Lupe Fiasco, Locksmith, Kofi Stone, and Marsha Ambrosius. Oh yeah, Shaquille O'Neal released some old new music by reissuing his third album, You Can't Stop The Reign , to streaming services. This is big (pun intended) because the album ...
Jun 29, 2024•26 min•Ep. 201
You are listening to the 200th episode of Breaking Atoms. First, the team couldn't have done it without you - the listeners. But there are no balloons or fanfare. Not a single badge or paper crown in sight. Sumit and Chris stay working, and they are joined by none other than Slum Village for their milestone episode. T3 and Young RJ are currently on tour but took the time to spill the beans on the making of their new album, F.U.N. , bringing back disco music, the 20th anniversary of Detroit Deli,...
Jun 27, 2024•33 min•Ep. 200
In this week's rap-up, Sumit and Chris get into: Thoughts about Kendrick Lamar's Pop Out show in LA The new Clipse album Birdman not viewing reading as fundamental for New Orleans inmates Verzuz returning to X There was no time to review new music because it was Chris' birthday, and he had a spa date. But check out the new album, 'Movie', by Your Old Droog, which dropped yesterday. Friend of the show and in real life, K-Nite 13 has produced three songs on the project. Connect with Breaking Atoms...
Jun 22, 2024•30 min
