Episode 213: In this episode, Mark is joined by Hip Hop artist- Young Sleep. We preview his upcoming project "Sleep City 3", coming July 25th. We talk about tracks he did with Mickey Fatz and Royal Flush and how he met Royal Flush. We talk about the videos that correspond with the songs, his background growing up in Rochester, what the scene there is like, how he got his name and how Michael Vick was the subject for his his rhyme. Check for young Sleep here: https://linktr.ee/youngsleep Mark als...
Jul 03, 2025•1 hr
Episode 212: In this episode, Mark is joined once again by Hip Hop artist King Adroit. We discuss his new project- "Himology Volume 2", as well "Himology Volume 1", the process of moving, how his albums feel like it's made for grown folks, living in Pittsburgh, singers from the current era sounding the same, over the top sports celebrations, complaining about weather and what is next for King Adroit musically. Check out King Adroit on Bandcamp at- https://kingadroit.bandcamp.com/album/himology-v...
Jun 24, 2025•1 hr 19 min
Episode 211: In this episode, Mark is joined by two returning guests. Hip Hop artists Dios Negasi of Reagan Era Records and Tone Fultz aka Messiah of Madness. Both have joined forces to put together a new project called "Iron Angeles". We talk about the album, how they first linked up and the sound of the album. We also talk about a crazy day Dios had on The Autobahn, breaking guitars, Japanese Whiskey, dual personalities and math. Check out the album "Iron Angeles" on all platforms Mark also ta...
May 30, 2025•1 hr 39 min
Episode 210: In this episode, Mark has two guests- returning to the show, Hip Hop artist Piff Penny and first time guest, Producer Get 'Em Rizzy. They join the show to talk about their new project "Epiffany". We discuss how the two met and their collaboration for this joint porject. We also talk about where they're from, crafting an album, going the independent route vs streaming, the use of old coffee cans, classic album covers, Rocky movies, the movie "Sinners" and the importance of connecting...
May 15, 2025•1 hr 32 min
Episode 209: In this episode, Mark takes a visit to "Nightmare Weekend Chicago" He discusses his experience with the convemtion and has an on site interview with actress Sandy Johnson, who played Judith Myers in "Halloween". We talk about her reflections on playing the role, meeting fans at conventions and how the movie still is a part of her, so many years later. Follow Sandy Johnson on Instagram at #unicornsandyj or on her website- www.unicornsandyj.com Mark also talks about his trip to Seattl...
May 06, 2025•37 min
Episode 208: In this episode, it's Torture Time!!! Mark brings back "Infinite Torture" to review the 1985 movie "Rappin" with special guest DJ Real One. "Infinite Torture" is a segment that is featured on special episodes, where Mark will watch a movie he's never seen before. Generally, it's perceived to be a bad film, and he breaks down and rates the movie. Is "Rappin" a bad movie? Is it a hidden gem? Does it represent a time capsule of 80's Hip Hop culture? Listen and find out what they think....
Apr 09, 2025•1 hr 25 min
Episode 207: In this episode, Mark is once again joined by Hip Hop artist Azariah. We talk about his new project with producer Slidebeatz, "Black Falcon". We also discuss, working with a producer from another country, doing live shows, past and future projects and having a song titled "Thanksgiving". Check out Azariah at- https://azariah.bandcamp.com/album/black-falcon Mark also previews his next "Infinite Torture" segment, which will be the 1985 movie "Rappin'". Look for the review in the next ...
Apr 01, 2025•50 min
Episode 206: In this episode, Mark is joined once again by Hip Hop artist Saga, to talk about his new EP with Mac Montana called "Best Story Ever Told". We also discuss the idea of when to drop a project and working with multiple producers on a project. We also talk about how Saga prefers his lyrics to have substance and how his production helps mold this project and others. Check out Saga here- https://ffm.to/pdgg2kp Mark also gives a review of the "X" film trilogy series, that includes- "X", "...
Mar 24, 2025•1 hr 1 min
Episode 205: In this episode, Mark is joined by producer and member of the Hip Hop group Grand Official- Grip. We talk about their new album "Supreme", Growing up in California, working with legends like KRS-One, MOP and Ras Kass, coming up in the break dance scene, which producers he was influenced by. Find Grand Official music here: https://on.soundcloud.com/WwmtMmocvaQQPUkb6 Mark also talks about his favorite Hip Hop B-Side songs. This is a special podcast episode, as part of Podcasthon. Visi...
Mar 15, 2025•59 min
Episode 204: In this six year anniversary episode, Mark is joined once again by Hip Hop artist Philmore Greene. Here, we talk about his new album "The Grand Design", the concept behind it, working with various producers, and the meaning behind the cover art. We also discuss past projects like "The Cost of Living" with Apollo Brown, sports, being girl dads and what's next for Philmore. Check out Philmore Greene on all platforms or link up here- https://ffm.to/granddesign Mark also reviews the hor...
Mar 04, 2025•45 min
Episode 203: In this episode, Mark is joined by Hip Hop artist Louie Sincere. We discuss his new project entitled "Sincero". We also talk about his coming up in Framingham, Massachusetts, the concept for his album, Honda Civics, Asics, musical influences and much more. Check out Louie Sincere on Bandcamp- https://louiesincere.bandcamp.com/album/sincero-2 Mark also pays tribute to the passing of his friend and radio show host, Brian "Flyin' B" Stinson. A new song from Musik G and The Underground ...
Feb 12, 2025•49 min
Episode 202: In this episode, Mark is once again, joined by Hip Hop artist Toneyboi. We talk about his newest project "Patience Pays", his work with Griselda, Tribe getting into The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, the scene in upstate New York and what a struggle pack is. Check out Toneyboi music here- https://ditcdcom.bandcamp.com/album/patience-pays Mark also does a new installment of "Infinite Torture", where he puts himself through the struggle of watching bad movies and talking about them. This...
Jan 22, 2025•1 hr 2 min
Episode 201: In this episode, Mark is joined by Hip Hop artist- Ox Omni, to talk about his new album "No Prayers To The Devil" with production by 94 Maax. We also discuss his start in music, how life experience has affected his music and growth as a person, the concept of the album and much more. Check out Ox Omni on all platforms or at link- https://orcd.co/noprayers Mark also talks about the release of the majority of the "Friday The 13th" franchise on Pluto TV This episode is dedicated to Rob...
Jan 14, 2025•57 min
Episode 200: In this milestone episode, the 200th episode of Infinite Banter, Mark takes a trip down memory lane, with 20 segments highlighting past guests that span some of the episodes that have helped the show reach 200 episodes. There are flashback segments from a wide range of past interviews featuring- Jayson Warner Smith, Russell Todd, Theodus Crane, Pamela Davis-Noland, Nathan Hamill, Roxanne Perez, B. Brian Blair, Kyle Farnsworth, Akrobatik, Wordsworth, Res, Silver Spinner, Spyder D, DJ...
Dec 20, 2024•2 hr 6 min
Episode 199: In this episode, Mark is joined by frequent guest, Hip Hop artist Piff Penny. Here, we talk about his latest project "War Lord 3". We also discuss his past and future projects, using music to channel negative and positive energy and when he knew he was hitting his stride musically. Check out Piff Penny here for more content- https://linktr.ee/piffpenny Mark also previews what to expect for episode 200, coming next. Check out our sponsor Super 7, for the latest in action figures and ...
Nov 29, 2024•1 hr 10 min
Episode 198: In this episode, Mark is joined by guest- Hip Hop artist Pengame Classic. We talk about his new album- "Nostalgia of a Fall Classic" also, we discuss his exposure to music and culture growing up in Michigan and Germany, working with Hip Hop icon Kool Rock Ski, how he came up with his name, the concept of his album, past and future projects and the rivalry between The Bears and Detriot Lions. Find Pengame Classic on Soundcloud: https://on.soundcloud.com/AwDXFrEprLz6wkkC7 Bandcamp: ht...
Nov 12, 2024•1 hr 23 min
Episode 197: In this special Halloween edition episode, Mark is joined by actor and voice over artist- Ira Heiden. We talk about his role as Will, in "A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors", preparing for the role by learning to use a wheelchair and already being a big of wizards. We also talk about his work on movies like "Elvira: Mistress of the Dark" "Father of The Bride" and "Ghostbusters: Afterlife". Ira also talks about how he got his start in acting, his love of Heavy Metal music, m...
Oct 30, 2024•1 hr 17 min
Episode 196: In this episode, Mark talks with Hip Hop Documentarian, writer and artist Kevin Beacham aka 7x3=21. We discuss his new EP with producers DJ Real One and Cache 22 of Headnock records called "Breathe To Live". We also talk about Kevin's history doing radio, especially shows like his long running "Time Travel" show in Chicago, being a big part of the scribble jam battles in Cincinnati, his time on the Hip Hop scene in Minneapolis, taking in Hip Hop culture in many different cities and ...
Oct 22, 2024•1 hr 50 min
Episode 195: In this episode, Mark talks with artist and best selling author Jeffrey Brown about his current books- "Batman, Robin and Howard Summer Breakdown" and "Kids Are Weird", as well as his past projects like "Darth Vader and Son" and "Jedi Academy" series. We also discuss his start in drawing superheroes and Star Wars material, relating his work to being a dad, reactions he gets from readers, his comic strip "The Metamorphoffice", future projects and being a hockey fan- specifially a Det...
Oct 10, 2024•58 min
Episode 194: In this episode, Mark is joined by two returning guests, to discuss the award winning short film "Room For Dessert". I'm joined by writer and director- Pamela Davis-Noland and actor and producer- Theodus Crane. We talk about the origins of the project, social relevance of the film, how the film has been received and recognized on the film festival circuit, racial injustice, the pros and cons of doing a film during the strike and what Pamela and Theodus would like to eat when they co...
Sep 25, 2024•1 hr 12 min
Episode 193: In this episode, Mark is joined once again by Hip Hop artist Saga. We discuss his new double album "Black Label Vol. 1 & Vol. 2". We talk about the idea of doing a double album, working production vs working as an MC, how his music makes you think and question things and also what's next for him. Check out his music on Bandcamp- https://saga718music.bandcamp.com/ Mark also, does a review of the new LL Cool J album "The Force" and pays tribute to passed icons James Earl Jones and...
Sep 18, 2024•1 hr 10 min
Episode 192: In this episode, Mark talks with author and journalist- Jill Greenleigh about her book "Go Go Speaks: The Heartbeat of a Culture". We discuss the orgins of Go Go music and how it formed on the streets of Washington D.C. We also talk about her early memories discovering music, working for "Word Up!" and "Rap Masters" magazines, interviewing and meeting so many artists in the world of Go Go and Hip Hop music, Go Go icons like Chuck Brown, Trouble Funk, Junkyard Band, PA tapes and the ...
Sep 06, 2024•1 hr 11 min
Episode 191: In this episode, Mark talks with Hip Hop artist Messiah of Madness about his new EP "You Already Know". We also discuss his early days growing up in Pittsburgh, getting into dust ups as a kid, early influences, going to court, future projects and having a style that is raw. Check out Messiah of Madness here- https://youtu.be/GGUdzmJu-rE?si=6QoYC0ggGmnD2D9k Mark also talks about his early memories of first going to school and his only "fight" in school. Check out our sponsor Super 7,...
Aug 26, 2024•50 min
Episode 190: In this episode, Mark is joined by Hip Hop artist Kingdom Kome, to talk about his new project with producer Ruen, called "Malbec 2". We discuss the Miami scene, the cinematography of his multpile videos that highlight Miami food and culture, doing songs in English and Spanish and what's next for him musically. Check out Kingdom Kome at- https://www.kingdomkomemusic.com/ Check out our sponsor Super 7, for the latest in action figures and merch featuring pop culture icons. Click the l...
Jul 31, 2024•55 min
Episode 189: In this episode, Mark is once again joined by guests, Hip Hop artists M Doc Diego & Crotona P, to talk about their new project with Manzu Beats, called "3 Kingz Part 2 The Sequel". We talk about the concept of this album and how it's different from the first "3 Kingz" album. We also talk about their past projects and their collaboration on the "Roc Builders" albums. Check out the new album- "3 Kingz Part 2 The Sequel" on all platforms or here- https://manzubeatz.bandcamp.com/alb...
Jul 23, 2024•1 hr 1 min
Episode 188: In this episode, Mark talks with Hip Hop artist Psych Major about his EP "Old Head". We discuss the idea and concept of "Old Head" and what it's like being a couple of older guys ourselves. Psych Major also touches on his career in music, working production and as an MC, early memories of Hip Hop and an almost altercation in a super market, that is mentioned in one of the tracks on the EP. Look for Psych Major at- https://bsr.ffm.to/oldhead?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAab2-f2cydy5hstJ7...
Jul 17, 2024•52 min
Episode 187: In this episode, Mark is joined by Hip Hop artist Rhamsis Ali, to talk about his latest project "Longevity LP". We also talk about his skills at producing and engineering as well as being an artist, what went into making this album, his work with The Bar Gods, a jail story and referencing 80's night time soaps like "Knot's Landing". Check out Rhamsis Ali on Bandcamp- https://rhamsisali.bandcamp.com/album/longevity-lp Check out our sponsor Super 7, for the latest in action figures an...
Jun 17, 2024•1 hr 25 min
Episode 186: In this episode, Mark talks with the star of the new Sci-Fi series "Chaser", actor, Russ Russo. We discuss the concept of the show, how he got attached to the project, playing the enigmatic character Eddi Sebastian, favorite Sci-Fi movies/shows and what's next for Russ. Check out "Chaser" on Amazon Prime and TubiTV- https://link.tubi.tv/DdldO2XQjKb Mark also brings back "Infinite Torture" to review and talk the movie "The Crow". Check out our sponsor Super 7, for the latest in actio...
Jun 10, 2024•51 min
Episode 185: In this episode, Mark is once again joined by Hip Hop artist Azariah. We talk about his new project- "Intermission 2.0". It comes 13 years after his last Intermission project and we discuss the concept and time and it took to make this project, as well as the different producers and guests featured throughout the album. Mark also asks Azariah about his favorite wrestler growing up as and referencing wrestlers names in his verses. Check out Azariah here- https://azariah.bandcamp.com/...
Jun 03, 2024•47 min
Episode 184: In this episode, Mark is once again joined by DJ, beat maker, producer- DJ Real One. We talk about his new album- "Asia Connect", as well as his travels that helped shape the sound of the album, places to eat out of the country, record store day, hipsters, classic Hip Hop battle records and the current Kendrick Lamar-Drake beef. Check out DJ Real One's music and more- https://linktr.ee/djrealone Mark also breaks down Kool Moe Dee's album "How Ya Like Me Now" because of it's cover an...
May 15, 2024•1 hr 39 min
