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LIVE From The Basement

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Live From The Basement is on a quest to shine a light on the musical and cultural background behind hip-hop. We have been producing our podcast for over 13 years independently sharing a multi-textural show focusing on several aspects of hip-hop culture and discussion. With an ever increasing passion and dedication, Live From The Basement still aims to feature thought-provoking, fun and insightful content bridging the gaps between music, culture and lifestyle.
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Episodes

The Ill Sh** ft Guest Nolan The Ninja | Episode 9

With special guest, Detroit’s own Nolan the Ninja with his friend SemiSix. Nolan and Semi discussed Chuck D vs. Rosenberg, Angie Martinez leaving Hot97 and more with us LIVE in the Basement!

Jul 12, 20143 hr 29 min

The Wishing Tree ft Guest Ben Miles | Episode 8

With special musical guest coming to sit in with us Ben Miles who came downstairs to tell us about his latest album The Wishing Tree . We also had another special guest Jules sitting in with us this episode to give us a different perspective on music for the younger generation. Also, a mystery classic album for Blend It or Bump It, a new brew in the stash box and much more!

May 27, 20143 hr 16 min

Back again | Episode 7

Back again after what appeared to be a hiatus. We did record episode 7 once before, but unfortunately it was lost.. so we re-recorded and it was better the second time! So here is episode 7 complete with a review of Pharoah Monch’s latest album “P.T.S.D.”, discussion of the Donald Sterling mess and a lot more!

May 05, 20143 hr 55 min

Phro is back! | Episode 6

Six episodes in, and Phro came back this episode to help us close out Black History Month in true Phro fashion. This week we reviewed Schoolboy Q’s new album “OXYMoron”, paid tribute to Hip-Hop legends De La Soul, checked the top artists in states across the U.S., tried some new brew, took your calls and had fun having the team all back in The Basement again.

Mar 12, 20143 hr 35 min

UPDATE: For our HoodHype Listeners!

Where is the HoodHype Show? We are still here! Check out the details on a ton content you may have been missing from your boys JMack Major and Phro at LiveFromTheBasement.com and ThreeSixteens.com. Its still HoodHype FOREVER!!

Mar 09, 20147 min

Top 7 in 7 Cities? | Episode 5

This episode we went through DJServicePack.com’s “Top 7 songs in 7 Cities” list. A list of the “hottest” songs in in 7 cities determined by spins, DJ support and other data. How do you think this is gonna go?

Feb 17, 20142 hr 56 min

Grammy Time | Episode 4

This episode we talked Macklemore’s win(s) at the Grammy’s, the SuperBowl and we reviewed Childish Gambino’s Because the Internet for Blend It or Bump It. How do you think it did?

Feb 08, 20143 hr 38 min

Old vs New | Episode 3

This week we became frustrated with all of the terrible music on the radio. We started talking about how music on the charts in the 90’s wasn’t NEARLY this bad. So we put it to the test during the show. We also checked out The LOX – “The Trinity” for Blend It or Bump It this episode. Come chill in the basement!

Jan 24, 20143 hr 37 min

Drank. | Episode 2

As we still feel out our new home we get into some more fun topics. We probably had too much to drink and listened to some great music. On the chopping block this week was a random Detroit joint, Denmark Vessey’s Cult Classic . We also talked about Kanye vs. Sway and much more!

Dec 07, 20133 hr 14 min

Introducing: Live From The Basement. Hi. | Episode 1

Our first episode! For those who are new to "The Basement", this show is a spinoff from our original 8 year-old podcast "The HoodHype Show". The Basement is hosted by Major & JMack who discuss everything from the latest in hip-hop news, to movies, to gaming, to social political issues, to racial talk. We're just a couple of guys chilling in the basement, having a few drinks and a good time. Welcome to The Basement!

Nov 17, 20133 hr 10 min

Episode #220 - Forever.

Its our 8-year Anniversary and we're gonna keep this thing going 2005 til infinity! We spin some new indie hip-hop, with our special guest indie spotlight Traum Diggs. Also, a tribute to the last 8 years of the HoodHype Show as JMack takes you for a spin in Doc Browns time machine all the way back to 2005 with a gift for our die hard fans at the end of this very special episode!

Nov 13, 20131 hr 33 min

Episode #218 - New Zealand

This week we pay homage to New Zealand's incredibly diverse, talented and soulful hip-hop scene! Special guest this week is Christchurch New Zealand's own, Ladi6! Make sure you cop her album "Automatic" on iTunes and Bandcamp!

Oct 01, 201351 min

Episode #216 - The Lift

Get lifted as we navigate through music with subliminal meanings and thought provoking lyrics. This weeks spotlight is Houston, Texas own, Isaac Reid.

Sep 09, 201344 min

Episode #213 - The City

All Michigan (mostly Detroit) hip-hop, soul and beats for you to groove to!

Aug 02, 201344 min

Episode #212 - The Push

More music! More everything comin up! Make sure you're following HoodHype on FaceBook, Twitter and YouTube!

Jul 24, 201341 min

Episode #210 - Magna Carta Holy Grail Review

Jay-Z’s Magna Carta Holy Grail album officially dropped on today on July 8, 2013 and started what could be the beginning of a complete musical revolution. What does this have to do with independent hip-hop?

Jul 09, 201334 min

Episode #204 - The Music

This episode we've each selected three songs that sparked a memory, inspired, or reminded us of a certain event in our lives and we're discussing them. What are some hip-hop tracks that bring back memories for you?

May 20, 20132 hr 26 min

Episode #199.5 - Reboot

We bid farewell to our friend and co-host Major and begin the next chapter of the HoodHype show. You ready for a change? Follow us on twitter @hoodhype, HoodHype on FaceBook, Instagram and HoodHypeblog on YouTube!

Feb 24, 201346 min

Episode #199

On our way to Episode #200 of the HoodHype show, we invited MOLA1 to sit in with us as we returned to the basement to discuss everything from how the game would change if certain MCs left the game, MCs who have passed and changed it and much more.

Nov 04, 20122 hr 59 min

Mini-Episode #197

Independent music is rough around the edges and thats okay.

Nov 04, 201232 min

Episode #196

Our first live Episode of 2013! A great time we had MOLA1 back in the basement, we discussed our favorite albums and news in 2012 and T.I.s Trouble Man album was up for Blend It or Bump It!

Nov 04, 20122 hr 12 min

Episode #194

Our last Episode before the world implodes upon itself on the Mayan doomsday 12/21/12. It was nice knowin yall. PEACE! (And Happy Holidays!)

Nov 04, 20123 hr 38 min

Episode #191

The whole team was in the basement with special guest MOLA1 to discuss his debut album and plenty of off-the-wall topics as well as a ton of great indie hip-hop.

Nov 04, 20122 hr 52 min

Episode #190

We're back with Phro in the building at our other basement this episode. We checked out a new album paid up on some post-A3C debt (Major having his Mayo shot and all our in-show shout outs) and as always, we spun some great independent hip-hop.

Oct 31, 20123 hr 29 min
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