On this week's episode, Barry Michael Cooper, writer of films like New Jack City and Above the Rim passes away. UMG claps back at Drake ahead of Kendrick Lamar’s upcoming Super Bowl half-time performance. Does lyrical skill matter again? Let's talk about it! Hip-Hop Now Podcast on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWgYZ4EUgufTKIo-p_azn7NowSiXofN6R&si=JH834IIFJ0GIJKsc Support on CashApp: $Vegasworldinc77 Merch SALE! Shirts, Hoodies, Phone Cases, and more! Visit http://www.teepublic....
Jan 24, 2025•33 min
On this week's episode, Vegas reviews Mac Miller's latest posthumous album, "Balloonerism." Cam and Jim Jones are beefing again but Jimmy got bars. Does Drake's lawsuit against UMG spell doom for the future of battle rap? Let's talk about it! Hip-Hop Now Podcast on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWgYZ4EUgufTKIo-p_azn7NowSiXofN6R&si=JH834IIFJ0GIJKsc Support on CashApp: $Vegasworldinc77 Merch SALE! Shirts, Hoodies, Phone Cases, and more! Visit http://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/1119...
Jan 17, 2025•33 min
On this week's episode, Joey Bada$$ crashes out on the west coast. Vegas' thoughts on the new Mac Miller single and upcoming album. And, will hot take culture on social media ruin hip-hop culture in general? Let's talk about it! Hip-Hop Now Podcast on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWgYZ4EUgufTKIo-p_azn7NowSiXofN6R&si=JH834IIFJ0GIJKsc Support on CashApp: $Vegasworldinc77 Merch SALE! Shirts, Hoodies, Phone Cases, and more! Visit http://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/11195217…dcast-log...
Jan 10, 2025•31 min
Happy New Year! It's the 2025 preview show! Check out the "Best Hip-Hop of 2024" Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4qaOS0q8NkhTVG7jG2B7XR?si=8ec77a0856bd4552 Support on CashApp: $Vegasworldinc77 Merch SALE! Shirts, Hoodies, Phone Cases, and more! Visit http://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/1119... BlueSky/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 03, 2025•47 min
In this audio exclusive episode of Hip-Hop NOW Podcast, Vegas names his Top 5 Eps of 2024! Happy Holidays and see you in 2025! Check out the "Best Hip-Hop of 2024" Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4qaOS0q8NkhTVG7jG2B7XR?si=8ec77a0856bd4552 Support on CashApp: $Vegasworldinc77 Merch SALE! Shirts, Hoodies, Phone Cases, and more! Visit http://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/1119... BlueSky/Instagram/Tik Tok/Threads/Spill: @Vegasworldinc Facebook: http://Facebook.com/HipHopRightNow Hip-...
Dec 27, 2024•13 min
*Recorded December 14, 2024. It is Hip-Hop NOW Podcast's official "Best Hip-Hop Albums of 2024!" Happy Holidays and see you in 2025! Check out the "Best Hip-Hop of 2024" Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4qaOS0q8NkhTVG7jG2B7XR?si=8ec77a0856bd4552 Support on CashApp: $Vegasworldinc77 Merch SALE! Shirts, Hoodies, Phone Cases, and more! Visit http://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/1119... BlueSky/Instagram/Tik Tok/Threads/Spill: @Vegasworldinc Facebook: http://Facebook.com/HipHopRightNo...
Dec 20, 2024•35 min
*Recorded December 4, 2024. This is a Youtube livestream talking about Hip-Hop Now Podcast's process for selecting the best projects of the year. Stay tuned for the official best of the year episode on Friday, December 20! Support on CashApp: $Vegasworldinc77 Merch SALE! Shirts, Hoodies, Phone Cases, and more! Visit http://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/1119... BlueSky/Instagram/Tik Tok/Threads/Spill: @Vegasworldinc Facebook: http://Facebook.com/HipHopRightNow Hip-Hop NOW Podcast's Theme music is pro...
Dec 13, 2024•41 min
On this week's episode, Drake wants to sue and is instantly labeled "Hip-Hop Karen!" Top 10 blog era mixtapes. We review HipHopGoldenAge.com's best of 2024 list. Let's talk about it! Hip-Hop Now Podcast on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWgYZ4EUgufTKIo-p_azn7NowSiXofN6R&si=JH834IIFJ0GIJKsc Support on CashApp: $Vegasworldinc77 Merch SALE! Shirts, Hoodies, Phone Cases, and more! Visit http://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/11195217…dcast-logo-shirt Hip-Hop NOW Podcast's Theme music is p...
Dec 06, 2024•42 min
On this bonus episode,Vegas list five "lost tapes" like albums from some of your favorite artist! Support on CashApp: $Vegasworldinc77 Merch SALE! Shirts, Hoodies, Phone Cases, and more! Visit http://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/1119... 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)...
Nov 29, 2024•24 min
On this bonus episode,we bring in frequent contributor Ahk to review the surprise album from Kendrick Lamar, "GNX." Learn more about Ahk and his work here: Nine 7 Media Support on CashApp: $Vegasworldinc77 Merch SALE! Shirts, Hoodies, Phone Cases, and more! Visit http://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/1119... 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)...
Nov 23, 2024•1 hr 42 min
On this episode, it's my review and interview with author Marcus J. Moore and, the first book about De La Soul, "High and Rising!" Learn more about Marcus and his work here: https://www.marcusjmoore.media/ Support on CashApp: $Vegasworldinc77 Merch SALE! Shirts, Hoodies, Phone Cases, and more! Visit http://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/1119... Twitter/Instagram/Tik Tok/Threads/Spill: @Vegasworldinc Facebook: http://Facebook.com/HipHopRightNow Hip-Hop NOW Podcast's Theme music is produced by McLovin ...
Nov 22, 2024•55 min
On this week's episode, 50 Cent says his sophmore album "The Massacre" was planned to be a very different album. Skepta says that the Kendrick and Drake battle was bad for business. Hip-Hop Twitter is on life support following a mass exit of users from the platform. Let's talk about it! Hip-Hop Now Podcast on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWgYZ4EUgufTKIo-p_azn7NowSiXofN6R&si=JH834IIFJ0GIJKsc Support on CashApp: $Vegasworldinc77 Merch SALE! Shirts, Hoodies, Phone Cases, and more...
Nov 15, 2024•37 min
On this week's episode,the Grammy nominations are here and yeah "that" song is in there! Vegas reviews AbSoul's newest album, "Soul Burger." The Hot Boys reunite on stage at Lil Weezyana Fest and Wayne doesn't look good to most. Let's talk about it! Hip-Hop Now Podcast on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWgYZ4EUgufTKIo-p_azn7NowSiXofN6R&si=JH834IIFJ0GIJKsc Support on CashApp: $Vegasworldinc77 Merch SALE! Shirts, Hoodies, Phone Cases, and more! Visit http://www.teepublic.com/t-shi...
Nov 08, 2024•37 min
It's a brand new episode of "That Time in Hip-Hop!" It's a history based podcast co-hosted with Tony from "Enter Da Dome Podcast." We're talking about the J. Cole's "2014 Forest Hills Drive" and it's place in hip-hop history! Support my Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/Hiphopnow Video version: https://www.youtube.com/@hiphopnowpod Check out articles about Hip-Hop and more: https://www.enterdadome.com That Time in Hip-Hop recommendations Playlist! Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/...
Nov 07, 2024•1 hr 7 min
On this week's episode,Snoop and Dr. Dre release the tracklisting for their upcoming album, Missionary." Vegas reviews Tyler, the Creator's new album "Chromaphobia." Do we want posthumous albums from deceased artist in Hip-Hop? Let's talk about it! Hip-Hop Now Podcast on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWgYZ4EUgufTKIo-p_azn7NowSiXofN6R&si=JH834IIFJ0GIJKsc Support at http://Patreon.com/hiphopnow Merch SALE! Shirts, Hoodies, Phone Cases, and more! Visit http://www.teepublic.com/t-s...
Nov 01, 2024•37 min
On this week's episode, Hulu will premiere a documentary that sheds light on the club incident that put Shyne in jail for 10 years while Diddy remained free. Vegas's thoughts on the new album from Che Noir "The Lotus Child." RZA says that NYC hip-hop losing originality was inevitable. Let's talk about it! Hip-Hop Now Podcast on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWgYZ4EUgufTKIo-p_azn7NowSiXofN6R&si=JH834IIFJ0GIJKsc Support at http://Patreon.com/hiphopnow Merch SALE! Shirts, Hoodies,...
Oct 25, 2024•32 min
On this week's episode, Redman's "Muddy Waters Too" is on the way but not this year. Cam'ron says that Drake is one of Hip-Hop's underrated slick talkers. Tyler the Creator and Earthgang announce new albums on old school release dates. Let's talk about it! Hip-Hop Now Podcast on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWgYZ4EUgufTKIo-p_azn7NowSiXofN6R&si=JH834IIFJ0GIJKsc Support at http://Patreon.com/hiphopnow Merch SALE! Shirts, Hoodies, Phone Cases, and more! Visit http://www.teepublic...
Oct 18, 2024•32 min
Here we go again! J. Cole returns with a new song addressing the Drake and Kendrick battle and confuses hip-hop heads...AGAIN. Let's talk about it. (Explicit Language) Watch the video version here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=prUzPbSB86o 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 Hip-Hop NOW Podcast's Theme music is produced by McLovin Beatz (@mclovin-beatz) Twitter/Instagram/Tik...
Oct 11, 2024•1 hr 9 min
On this week's episode, it's Homecoming season and in celebration here our Vegas's top 5 hip-hop albums from the year 1995! Vegas's freshman year at the national treasure Morgan State University! What's in your top 5 for that year? Hip-Hop Now Podcast on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWgYZ4EUgufTKIo-p_azn7NowSiXofN6R&si=JH834IIFJ0GIJKsc Support at http://Patreon.com/hiphopnow Merch SALE! Shirts, Hoodies, Phone Cases, and more! Visit http://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/11195217…dca...
Oct 04, 2024•29 min
On this week's episode, J. Cole returns with a fire verse but the internet is still mad at him. Death Row Records's catalog is coming back to streaming services in a big way. Lloyd Banks returns with the 3rd installment in his "All or Nothing" mixtape series. Let's talk about it! Hip-Hop Now Podcast on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWgYZ4EUgufTKIo-p_azn7NowSiXofN6R&si=JH834IIFJ0GIJKsc Support at http://Patreon.com/hiphopnow Merch SALE! Shirts, Hoodies, Phone Cases, and more! Vi...
Sep 27, 2024•29 min
On this week's episode, The 2024 BET Hip-Hop Awards nominations are out and yes, Kendrick has several of them. Vegas's review of Doechii's new mixtape, "Alligator Bites Never Heal," and do we really want a new Pete Rock & C.L. Smooth album? Let's talk about it! Hip-Hop Now Podcast on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWgYZ4EUgufTKIo-p_azn7NowSiXofN6R&si=JH834IIFJ0GIJKsc Support at http://Patreon.com/hiphopnow Merch SALE! Shirts, Hoodies, Phone Cases, and more! Visit http://www....
Sep 20, 2024•37 min
On this week's episode, Kendrick Lamar is chosen to perform at the next Super Bowl and Lil Wayne fans are upset! It's the 30th anniversary of The Notorious BIG's debut album, "Ready to Die." What's good with Hip-Hop artist dropping Jazz, Alternative, and Classical albums in 2024? Let's talk about it! Hip-Hop Now Podcast on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWgYZ4EUgufTKIo-p_azn7NowSiXofN6R&si=JH834IIFJ0GIJKsc Support at http://Patreon.com/hiphopnow Merch SALE! Shirts, Hoodies, Phon...
Sep 13, 2024•49 min
On this week's episode, LL and Q-Tip finally drop their album, "The Force." The Clipse album is on the way but waiting on a feature from Nas! Little Shawn talks about the Quad Studio shooting of 2 Pac from a unique perspective. Let's talk about it! Hip-Hop Now Podcast on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWgYZ4EUgufTKIo-p_azn7NowSiXofN6R&si=JH834IIFJ0GIJKsc Support at http://Patreon.com/hiphopnow Merch SALE! Shirts, Hoodies, Phone Cases, and more! Visit http://www.teepublic.com/t-s...
Sep 06, 2024•39 min
It's a brand new episode of "That Time in Hip-Hop!" It's a history based podcast co-hosted with Tony from "Enter Da Dome Podcast." We're talking about the legacy of Loud Records! Support my Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/Hiphopnow Video version: https://www.youtube.com/@hiphopnowpod Check out articles about Hip-Hop and more: https://www.enterdadome.com That Time in Hip-Hop recommendations Playlist! Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/that-…s/pl.u-MPGuWvRAXe Spotify: https://open.s...
Aug 29, 2024•1 hr 4 min
On this week's episode, we are talking about BARS! What it means, who has them and who doesn't, and Vegas's Top 5 spittas right now! Let's talk about it! Hip-Hop Now Podcast on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWgYZ4EUgufTKIo-p_azn7NowSiXofN6R&si=JH834IIFJ0GIJKsc New album from Vegas "Bed-Stuy Vintage: The Album" https://www.vegasworldinc.bandcamp.com Support at http://Patreon.com/hiphopnow Merch SALE! Shirts, Hoodies, Phone Cases, and more! Visit http://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/...
Aug 23, 2024•30 min
On this week's episode, Conway the Machine names his Top 5 nicest emcees. Tyler the Creator has smoke for "Meme Rap." Sauce Walker has issues with Drake using Houston but not giving back! Let's talk about it! Hip-Hop Now Podcast on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWgYZ4EUgufTKIo-p_azn7NowSiXofN6R&si=JH834IIFJ0GIJKsc New album from Vegas "Bed-Stuy Vintage: The Album" https://www.vegasworldinc.bandcamp.com Support at http://Patreon.com/hiphopnow Merch SALE! Shirts, Hoodies, Phone C...
Aug 16, 2024•30 min
On this week's episode, Drake drops 100GBs of content while "Not Like Us" gets nominated for song of the year. Breakdancing debuts at the 2024 Olympics. Vegas's thoughts on the new album from Benny the Butcher, "Summertime Butch." Let's talk about it! Hip-Hop Now Podcast on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWgYZ4EUgufTKIo-p_azn7NowSiXofN6R&si=JH834IIFJ0GIJKsc Support at http://Patreon.com/hiphopnow Merch SALE! Shirts, Hoodies, Phone Cases, and more! Visit http://www.teepublic.com/...
Aug 09, 2024•31 min
On this week's episode, LL names his Mount Rushmore of Def Jam Records artist and fans aren't happy. The Feds are selling Dame Dash's shares in Rocafella to pay a debt, and Vegas's thoughts on Killer Mike's surprise release "Songs for Sinners and Saints." Let's talk about it! Hip-Hop Now Podcast on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWgYZ4EUgufTKIo-p_azn7NowSiXofN6R&si=JH834IIFJ0GIJKsc Support at http://Patreon.com/hiphopnow Merch SALE! Shirts, Hoodies, Phone Cases, and more! Visit ...
Aug 02, 2024•27 min
On this week's episode, Westside Gunn announces a new album. Common names his mount rushmore of chicago rappers, and Vegas's review of Rakim's latest album "God's Network Rebirth." Let's talk about it! Check out the latest chapter in my book: " Experience Hip-Hop: The Low End Theory " Hip-Hop Now Podcast on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWgYZ4EUgufTKIo-p_azn7NowSiXofN6R&si=JH834IIFJ0GIJKsc Support at http://Patreon.com/hiphopnow Merch SALE! Shirts, Hoodies, Phone Cases, and mor...
Jul 26, 2024•25 min
On this week's episode, Memphis Bleek is trying to get a verse from Jay-Z on his new album. Havoc and Alchemist tease new music from Mobb Deep. And Vegas's thoughts on the new album from Freeway and Jake One, "Stimulus Package 2." 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=JH834IIFJ0GIJK...
Jul 19, 2024•27 min
