On this week's episode, Is Kendrick Lamar milking his victory against Drake? Nas's debut album "Illmatic" is crowned Greatest Rap Album of All-Time by Billboard. Vegas reviews new albums from Eminem and Common/Pete Rock! Let's talk about it! Check out the "Best of 2024 So Far" playlist on Apple Music, available on Apple and Android devices: HHNP Best of 2024 So Far Hip-Hop Now Podcast on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWgYZ4EUgufTKIo-p_azn7NowSiXofN6R&si=JH834IIFJ0GIJKsc Substac...
Jul 12, 2024•36 min
On this week's episode, Questlove champions unsung hip-hop artist. Childish Gambino has a "perspective" on Drake v Kendrick, and Vegas's thoughts on Lupe Fiasco's new album, "Samurai!" Let's talk about it! Check out the "Best of 2024 So Far" playlist on Apple Music, available on Apple and Android devices: HHNP Best of 2024 So Far Hip-Hop Now Podcast on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWgYZ4EUgufTKIo-p_azn7NowSiXofN6R&si=JH834IIFJ0GIJKsc Substack: https://stevansmith.substack.com?...
Jun 28, 2024•31 min
On this week's episode, Nas announces that the classic hip-hop film, "Beat Street" is being adapted for stage. A brand new Clipse album has been offically confirmed! Vegas gives his thoughts on Kendrick Lamar's "Pop Out" concert. Let's talk about it! Check out the "Best of 2024 So Far" playlist on Apple Music, available on Apple and Android devices: HHNP Best of 2024 So Far Hip-Hop Now Podcast on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWgYZ4EUgufTKIo-p_azn7NowSiXofN6R&si=JH834IIFJ0GIJKs...
Jun 21, 2024•30 min
Styles P gets set to retire his solo career. Benny the Butcher says that Lloyd Banks is one of the best emcees ever. Common and Pete Rock keep the hype train rolling with their latest single, "Dreamin'". Let's talk about it all! Check out the "Best of 2024 So Far" playlist on Apple Music, available on Apple and Android devices: HHNP Best of 2024 So Far Hip-Hop Now Podcast on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWgYZ4EUgufTKIo-p_azn7NowSiXofN6R&si=JH834IIFJ0GIJKsc Substack: https://st...
Jun 14, 2024•25 min
It's HHNP's "Best of 2024 So Far"! What are yours? Check out the "Best of 2024 So Far" playlist on Apple Music, available on Apple and Android devices: HHNP Best of 2024 So Far Hip-Hop Now Podcast on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWgYZ4EUgufTKIo-p_azn7NowSiXofN6R&si=JH834IIFJ0GIJKsc Substack: https://stevansmith.substack.com?utm_source=navbar&utm_medium=web Support at http://Patreon.com/hiphopnow Merch SALE! Shirts, Hoodies, Phone Cases, and more! Visit http://www.teepublic...
Jun 12, 2024•27 min
As a bonus episode I list my "Top 5 Hip-Hop Beats" of all time! What are yours? Hip-Hop Now Podcast on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWgYZ4EUgufTKIo-p_azn7NowSiXofN6R&si=JH834IIFJ0GIJKsc Substack: https://stevansmith.substack.com?utm_source=navbar&utm_medium=web Support at http://Patreon.com/hiphopnow Merch SALE! Shirts, Hoodies, Phone Cases, and more! Visit http://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/11195217…dcast-logo-shirt Twitter/Instagram/Tik Tok/Threads/Spill: @Vegasworldinc Fa...
Jun 07, 2024•18 min
As a bonus episode I list my "Top 5 Hip-Hop Emcees" of all time! What are yours? Hip-Hop Now Podcast on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWgYZ4EUgufTKIo-p_azn7NowSiXofN6R&si=JH834IIFJ0GIJKsc Substack: https://stevansmith.substack.com?utm_source=navbar&utm_medium=web Support at http://Patreon.com/hiphopnow Merch SALE! Shirts, Hoodies, Phone Cases, and more! Visit http://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/11195217…dcast-logo-shirt Twitter/Instagram/Tik Tok/Threads/Spill: @Vegasworldinc F...
Jun 05, 2024•35 min
As a bonus episode I list my "Top 5 Hip-Hop Albums" of all time! What are yours? Hip-Hop Now Podcast on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWgYZ4EUgufTKIo-p_azn7NowSiXofN6R&si=JH834IIFJ0GIJKsc Substack: https://stevansmith.substack.com?utm_source=navbar&utm_medium=web Support at http://Patreon.com/hiphopnow Merch SALE! Shirts, Hoodies, Phone Cases, and more! Visit http://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/11195217…dcast-logo-shirt Twitter/Instagram/Tik Tok/Threads/Spill: @Vegasworldinc F...
Jun 03, 2024•33 min
In this episode, Eminem releases the first single and video from his upcoming album. Drake reference tracks pop up everywhere and fans question his pen game! Ice Cube seems to think "No Vaseline" is the greatest diss record of all time. Let's talk about it! Hip-Hop Now Podcast on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWgYZ4EUgufTKIo-p_azn7NowSiXofN6R&si=JH834IIFJ0GIJKsc My Book "Experience Hip-Hop": https://stevansmith.substack.com?utm_source=navbar&utm_medium=web Support at http:/...
Jun 01, 2024•39 min
In this episode there is a new docu-series releasing in June all about music piracy from the late 90s and early 2000s. Apple Music releases a "100 Best Albums" list, and Ghostface Killah says that storytelling is missing from today's hip-hop generation. Let's talk about it! Hip-Hop Now Podcast on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWgYZ4EUgufTKIo-p_azn7NowSiXofN6R&si=JH834IIFJ0GIJKsc My Book "Experience Hip-Hop": https://stevansmith.substack.com?utm_source=navbar&utm_medium=web ...
May 24, 2024•38 min
As a bonus episode I am reviewing the book "Kings of the Garden: The New York Knicks and Their City" by Adam J. Criblez. This book links the new cultural expression of hip-hop culture and Knicks culture in the 1970s, amongst other things. Follow Adam Criblez on Twitter: https://twitter.com/adamcriblez Hip-Hop Now Podcast on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWgYZ4EUgufTKIo-p_azn7NowSiXofN6R&si=JH834IIFJ0GIJKsc Substack: https://stevansmith.substack.com?utm_source=navbar&utm_med...
May 20, 2024•10 min
In this episode are my thoughts on the new album from Rapsody, "Please Don't Cry". Lupe Fiasco has a new album on the way. Is 2Pac's "Hit Em Up" the greatest diss record of all-time? Let's talk about it! Hip-Hop Now Podcast on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWgYZ4EUgufTKIo-p_azn7NowSiXofN6R&si=JH834IIFJ0GIJKsc Substack: https://stevansmith.substack.com?utm_source=navbar&utm_medium=web Support at http://Patreon.com/hiphopnow Merch SALE! Shirts, Hoodies, Phone Cases, and more!...
May 17, 2024•47 min
In this episode are my thoughts on new albums from Conway the Machine and Ghostface Killah, LL doesn't want Flute music from Andre 3000, and Game drops a new diss record aimed at Rick Ross. Let's talk about it! Hip-Hop Now Podcast on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWgYZ4EUgufTKIo-p_azn7NowSiXofN6R&si=JH834IIFJ0GIJKsc Substack: https://stevansmith.substack.com?utm_source=navbar&utm_medium=web Support at http://Patreon.com/hiphopnow Merch SALE! Shirts, Hoodies, Phone Cases, an...
May 10, 2024•42 min
On this episode we recap the epic rap battle between Kendrick Lamar and Drake! Like, Subscribe, Comment, and Share Today! Support my Patreon! http://www.patreon.com/Hiphopnow Video version: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCm0tLSTDRtc_U_EM0Tx5EkA Check out articles about Hip-Hop and more: http://www.enterdadome.com That Time in Hip-Hop recommendations Playlist! Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/that-time-in-hip-hop-recommendations/pl.u-MPGuWvRAXe Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/...
May 09, 2024•1 hr 54 min
Rest in Peace to Dallas Penn, and the state of Hip-Hop Journalism. Ghostace Killah has a new album on the way and the lead single features Nas! Kendrick just dropped another diss record aimed at Drake called "6:16 in LA"! Let's talk about it! Hip-Hop Now Podcast on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWgYZ4EUgufTKIo-p_azn7NowSiXofN6R&si=JH834IIFJ0GIJKsc Substack: https://stevansmith.substack.com?utm_source=navbar&utm_medium=web Support at http://Patreon.com/hiphopnow Merch SALE! ...
May 03, 2024•38 min
Kendrick has responded to Drake, and it's Euphoria! Let's talk about it! Learn more about my featured guest Ahk and his work here: https://nine7media.org Ranking Raekwon albums: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWgYZ4EUgufTKIo-p_azn7NowSiXofN6R&si=JH834IIFJ0GIJKsc Substack: https://stevansmith.substack.com?utm_source=navbar&utm_medium=web Support at http://Patreon.com/hiphopnow Merch SALE! Shirts, Hoodies, Phone Cases, and more! Visit http://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/11195217…dcast-log...
May 01, 2024•1 hr 48 min
Celebrating 30 years of Outkast's debut album! Eminem announces the title of his new Summer 2024 album. 2Pac's estate denys Drake his perceived battle rap glory. Let's talk about! Ranking Raekwon albums: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWgYZ4EUgufTKIo-p_azn7NowSiXofN6R&si=JH834IIFJ0GIJKsc Substack: https://stevansmith.substack.com?utm_source=navbar&utm_medium=web Support at http://Patreon.com/hiphopnow Merch SALE! Shirts, Hoodies, Phone Cases, and more! Visit http://www.teepublic.com/...
Apr 26, 2024•37 min
Nas and Dj Premier drop a new song and announce an upcoming album! Lupe Fiasco challenges everyone to a battle. Celebrating 30 years of Nas's debut album "Illmatic"! Let's talk about! Hip-Hop Now Podcast on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWgYZ4EUgufTKIo-p_azn7NowSiXofN6R&si=JH834IIFJ0GIJKsc Substack: https://stevansmith.substack.com?utm_source=navbar&utm_medium=web Support at http://Patreon.com/hiphopnow Merch SALE! Shirts, Hoodies, Phone Cases, and more! Visit http://www.te...
Apr 19, 2024•49 min
Q-Tip has 3 projects coming soon! "The Fall Off" fan theory? What's in my current listening rotation and more? Let's talk about! Hip-Hop Now Podcast on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWgYZ4EUgufTKIo-p_azn7NowSiXofN6R&si=JH834IIFJ0GIJKsc Substack: https://stevansmith.substack.com?utm_source=navbar&utm_medium=web Support at http://Patreon.com/hiphopnow Merch SALE! Shirts, Hoodies, Phone Cases, and more! Visit http://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/11195217…dcast-logo-shirt Twitter/I...
Apr 12, 2024•31 min
My review of the new J. Cole project, "Might Delete Later" and the Kendrick Lamar diss response track "7 Minute Drill". Hip-Hop Now Podcast on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWgYZ4EUgufTKIo-p_azn7NowSiXofN6R&si=JH834IIFJ0GIJKsc Substack: https://stevansmith.substack.com?utm_source=navbar&utm_medium=web Support at http://Patreon.com/hiphopnow Merch SALE! Shirts, Hoodies, Phone Cases, and more! Visit http://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/11195217…dcast-logo-shirt Twitter/Instagram/...
Apr 05, 2024•22 min
*Note: Soooooo, J Cole dropped a response to Kendrick on a new project, "Might Delete Later." Be on the lookout for a bonus episode with my thoughts on that. Now back to your regularly scheduled program... I'm not the biggest Roc Marciano fan. Artist vs A.I. is a thing. Drake don't got no Ether for them boys yet? Let's talk about! Hip-Hop Now Podcast on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWgYZ4EUgufTKIo-p_azn7NowSiXofN6R&si=JH834IIFJ0GIJKsc Substack: https://stevansmith.substack.com...
Apr 05, 2024•41 min
Spotify, Apple Music, Tidal, or YouTube Music? Pick your poison...let's talk about it. Hip-Hop Now Podcast on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWgYZ4EUgufTKIo-p_azn7NowSiXofN6R&si=JH834IIFJ0GIJKsc Substack: https://stevansmith.substack.com?utm_source=navbar&utm_medium=web Support at http://Patreon.com/hiphopnow Merch SALE! Shirts, Hoodies, Phone Cases, and more! Visit http://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/11195217…dcast-logo-shirt Twitter/Instagram/Tik Tok/Threads/Spill: @Vegasworl...
Mar 22, 2024•23 min
Rapsody announces a new album, Royce says J.Cole is the only competitve rapper, and RIP to Bo$$. Hip-Hop Now Podcast on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWgYZ4EUgufTKIo-p_azn7NowSiXofN6R&si=JH834IIFJ0GIJKsc Substack: https://stevansmith.substack.com?utm_source=navbar&utm_medium=web Support at http://Patreon.com/hiphopnow Merch SALE! Shirts, Hoodies, Phone Cases, and more! Visit http://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/11195217…dcast-logo-shirt Twitter/Instagram/Tik Tok/Threads/Spill: ...
Mar 15, 2024•26 min
Nelly talking crazy, or is he? Ransom does it again! How do you feel about Beanie Sigel's debut album "The Truth"? Let's talk about it. Watch the latest episode of the hip-hop history podcast, "That Time in Hip-Hop: Rawkus Records": https://youtu.be/vdEuiwXftdk?si=9UAqxbGtqKBFcr_O Support at http://Patreon.com/hiphopnow Merch SALE! Shirts, Hoodies, Phone Cases, and more! Visit http://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/11195217…dcast-logo-shirt Twitter/Instagram/Tik Tok/Threads/Spill: @Vegasworldinc Faceb...
Mar 08, 2024•30 min
Erick Sermon bringing that "old ye" back, Stove God Cooks is back, and Schoolboy Q drops a new project! *The new Stove God song is called "Badu" and not "Carbone". Support at http://Patreon.com/hiphopnow Merch SALE! Shirts, Hoodies, Phone Cases, and more! Visit http://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/11195217…dcast-logo-shirt Twitter/Instagram/Tik Tok/Threads/Spill: @Vegasworldinc Facebook: http://Facebook.com/HipHopRightNow Hip-Hop NOW Podcast's Theme music is produced by McLovin Beatz (@mclovin-beatz...
Mar 01, 2024•29 min
J. Cole is back, Action Bronson is back, and Cormega wants to take it back. Yeah, let's talk about it. Support at http://Patreon.com/hiphopnow Merch SALE! Shirts, Hoodies, Phone Cases, and more! Visit http://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/11195217…dcast-logo-shirt Twitter/Instagram/Tik Tok/Threads/Spill: @Vegasworldinc Facebook: http://Facebook.com/HipHopRightNow Hip-Hop NOW Podcast's Theme music is produced by McLovin Beatz (@mclovin-beatz)
Feb 23, 2024•42 min
Eminem "Stan" doc on the way. I listened to Kanye's new album and I have thoughts. Is separating the art from the artist a thing? Support at http://Patreon.com/hiphopnow Merch SALE! Shirts, Hoodies, Phone Cases, and more! Visit http://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/11195217…dcast-logo-shirt Twitter/Instagram/Tik Tok/Threads/Spill: @Vegasworldinc Facebook: http://Facebook.com/HipHopRightNow Hip-Hop NOW Podcast's Theme music is produced by McLovin Beatz (@mclovin-beatz)...
Feb 16, 2024•32 min
Ya'll feeling snubbed? I'm not. Let's talk about that though. Support at http://Patreon.com/hiphopnow Merch SALE! Shirts, Hoodies, Phone Cases, and more! Visit http://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/11195217…dcast-logo-shirt Twitter/Instagram/Tik Tok/Threads/Spill: @Vegasworldinc Facebook: http://Facebook.com/HipHopRightNow Hip-Hop NOW Podcast's Theme music is produced by McLovin Beatz (@mclovin-beatz)
Feb 09, 2024•34 min
Are rap beefs just another revenue stream? Let's talk about it. Support at http://Patreon.com/hiphopnow Merch SALE! Shirts, Hoodies, Phone Cases, and more! Visit http://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/11195217…dcast-logo-shirt Twitter/Instagram/Tik Tok/Threads/Spill: @Vegasworldinc Facebook: http://Facebook.com/HipHopRightNow Hip-Hop NOW Podcast's Theme music is produced by McLovin Beatz (@mclovin-beatz)
Feb 02, 2024•30 min
Nicki and Megan got bars for each other and I am hear for it. Oh, and I review the new Benny the Butcher album...yeah. :-/ Support at http://Patreon.com/hiphopnow Merch SALE! Shirts, Hoodies, Phone Cases, and more! Visit http://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/11195217…dcast-logo-shirt Twitter/Instagram/Tik Tok/Threads/Spill: @Vegasworldinc Facebook: http://Facebook.com/HipHopRightNow Hip-Hop NOW Podcast's Theme music is produced by McLovin Beatz (@mclovin-beatz)...
Jan 26, 2024•28 min
