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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

Commentary: Organized Noize | Episode 44

This episode we dissect QD3 & FlavorUnit’s new flick “ The Art of Organized Noize “, a documentary about the musical career of one of the most prolific music production crews of all time, Organized Noize. We also took this opportunity to get a young listener on the show to talk about his music choices in 2016. As always, drop us a comment or hit us up on twitter , facebook or email !...

Apr 19, 201648 min

Evolution | Episode 43

This episode we discuss what’s next. We’ve been producing and releasing this show for over 10 years and we’ve decided to take it back to the earlier days. To when we wouldn’t take ourselves so seriously and have more fun. It’s been one hell of a ride and it wouldn’t have been as amazing as it’s been had it not been for everyone who has worked on this show, and more importantly all of you who have downloaded, listened, called, emailed, tweeted and supported us over the years. We appreciate all th...

Apr 12, 201637 min

Episode #67 Part 2

Just added to this feed April 11, 2016, this is the second of a two-part episode, Episode #67 we released back on July of 2008 featuring an interview with Bishop Lamont. We released it on the blog but never dropped it on the feed. Wow. Hope you enjoy the memories yall!

Apr 11, 20161 hr 29 min

The Pain | Episode 39

This episode we discussed the painful Keith Murray battle with Fredro Starr, checked out The Game – The Documentary 2 for Blend It or Bump It and more! Download it and check it out!

Nov 25, 20151 hr 24 min

The Hip-Hop Draft ft Interview with Wes Jackson | Episode 38

This episode we talked about the Drake & Future album . We also spoke with Brooklyn Bodega ‘s Wes Jackson to talk about his article aimed at a Complex magazine writer’s blog post disparaging true hip-hop heads. Also this episode we started our first Hip-Hop Draft, reviewed Jay Rock’s 90059 album and more!...

Nov 05, 20151 hr 38 min

Dre’s Ghost ft Interview with "The Glove" Taylor | Episode 37

Major, JMack and Mola1 sit down and have a convo with one of the unsung heroes of West Coast hip-hop, former DJ to Ice-T and right-hand man to Dr. Dre, Chris “The Glove” Taylor . This was by far one of the most enlightening interviews we’ve had. Also this episode, Hip-Hop Essentials and odd couples in hip-hop.

Oct 27, 20151 hr 38 min

The Questions | Episode 36

Major wasn’t in this week so JMack and MOLA1 decided to hang out in the basement and go through some of our favorite interviews over the past 10 years of the show. Interviews this episode included Daz Dillinger, Sean Price, Billy Corbin Director of Cocaine Cowboys, Bishop Lamont, Raphael Saadiq (kinda), Joe Budden, Stat Quo, Buck Shot, Killer Mike, Treach and AZ. Check it out, let us know what your favorites were!...

Oct 14, 20151 hr 30 min

Rap Wordz with Friends | Episode 35

We’ve taken rap lyrics from your favorite songs, and turned them into plain, proper English. We also talked about Macklemore paying respect to the classics and we reviewed Scarface’s new album Deeply Rooted. Review this album and play Rap Wordz with Friends with us!

Oct 01, 20151 hr 24 min

Live From The Basement: Ye for President | Episode 34

This week we ask you what hip-hop biopic do YOU want to see? We picked ours and discussed them too! We also went in on the MTV Video Music Awards and of course you know we had to talk about Ye's rant. Also this episode it was time for our hip-hop essentials, this time we picked essential mixtapes! What are some of your essential picks?

Sep 24, 20151 hr 46 min

Compton ft Interview with MC Ren of NWA | Episode 33

This week, we spun tracks from the West Coast, review of the Straight Outta Compton movie, Dr. Dre’s Compton Soundtrack for Blend It or Bump It, and we had a special guest interview with none other than NWA’s own MC Ren !

Sep 15, 20152 hr 47 min

What’s Beef? | Episode 32

This week we discussed all things beef. From Meek Mill vs. Drake to Ghost vs. Action Bronson, we picked each apart, threw it on the barbecue and sliced it up into delicious edible pieces for you to enjoy. Also this episode, to keep the beef theme going, we put together a special hip-hop essentials for you and selected our top three essential hip-hop diss tracks of all time! Bon apetit!

Sep 02, 20152 hr

What’s Number One? | Episode 31

This week we discuss what makes a #1 record ( in light of Joey Bada$$ twitter comments ), we also played a game to see if we could tell the difference between three mediocre beers, and we reviewed A$AP Rocky’s sophomore effort “ At. Long. Last. ASAP ” for Blend It or Bump It. Of course you know we also have some GREAT new music! Download episode 31 and get in on the convo!...

Jul 31, 20151 hr 36 min

Equality | Episode 30

We’re excited to be back and recovered from the recent flood! We can’t thank you all enough for your kind words and support to help us get back recording the show! This episode discuss the Rachel Dolezal situation, same sex marriage in the U.S. and pick our hip-hop essentials...

Jul 07, 20151 hr 36 min

The Good Fight | Episode 29

Oddisee’s “The Good Fight ” is on the chopping block and we discuss Jay-Z’s B-Sides Concert and controversial freestyle on Tidal. We hope this episode ‘tides’ you over as we ‘Fight the Good Fight’ to repair the Basement and get back on the air for Episode 30!

Jun 18, 20152 hr 6 min

Motion Picture Soundtrack ft. Fatman Scoop | Episode 28

It’s all about Soundtracks this week. We asked what happened to great urban and hip-hop films, as well as their soundtracks and selected a few for our Hip-Hop Essentials picks this week! We also pulled some special Root Beer out of the StashBox from Small Town Brewery that had the crew buzzing…literally. All that and a surprise call from a special guest, the legendary Fatman Scoop!

Jun 09, 20152 hr 25 min

F.I.L.A. | Episode 27

This week we review Raekwon’s latest album “F.I.L.A.”, discuss some of the most overrated MC’s of all time, review Tecate beer for the stashbox and talk about some of our current Netflix favorites and more! Listen in to see how it all went down.

May 26, 20151 hr 38 min

#MAYPAC | Episode 26

This week we discuss some of the most underrated MC’s of all time as well as the Floyd Mayweather vs. Manny Pacquiao fight . We invited our friend John Nas h aka HeyNotTheFace , a writer BloodyElbow.com to come over to get into the discussion as well as comment on his recent article about where this fight ranks among the biggest matches of all time. Also this episode, we got into our essential hip-hop album picks and got a surprise call from King Kirk of Sporty Thievz !...

May 19, 20152 hr 16 min

The Episode About Nothing | Episode 25

This episode Major, JMack and Mola1 discuss #WorstRapLines, Jay-Z’s Tidal music service and Wale’s The Album About Nothing was up for Blend It or Bump It!

May 15, 20152 hr 29 min

Say Something Nice! | Episode 24

This episode we celebrated the birthday of a very important album in hip-hop history made this episode’s picks for Essential Hip-Hop Albums and played our brand new game “Say Something Nice”.

May 07, 20151 hr 38 min

Dre La Soul | Episode 23 ft Interview with Bishop Lamont & XZibit

This episode we reviewed some new candidates for our open intern position here at the show, we also spoke to our long-time friend of the show, Bishop Lamont to talk about what he’s working on, get his opinion on the Kendrick Lamar album. All that AND we ran through our essential album picks this episode. Check it out!

Apr 29, 20152 hr 5 min

WTF Eddie? | Episode 20

This episode we talked about Kanye trying to steal the spotlight again, how MTV’s “Pimp My Ride” was all a sham and how Eddie ruined what could have been an amazing moment on Saturday Night Live. All this and we had a very VERY special Stashbox segment featuring Russian River Brewing’s “Pliney Elder” brew as well as our latest essential albums picks! We also got our hands on some new sound clips, and you know how we get with shiny new things.

Mar 21, 20152 hr 3 min

Pac’s Letter | Episode 19

This episode we went through Pac’s letter in detail. In it, he mentioned his growing beef with Notorious BIG and his idea of forming a massive supergroup. We also reviewed Joey Bada$$ album B4DA$$ for Blend It or Bump It!

Mar 08, 20152 hr 8 min

Ante Up! | Episode 18

This episode we talked about taking bets on Hip-Hop Grammy categories. But it didn’t come without it’s fair share of drama. Also this episode, Stashbox and we pick our Essential Albums!

Feb 19, 20152 hr 14 min

Ye vs. Just Blaze | Episode 17

This episode we talked about Ye vs. Just Blaze we touched on “inflategate” and reviewed Lupe Fiasco’s final album Tetsuo and Youth.

Feb 08, 20152 hr 19 min

On The TLC Tip | Episode 16

This episode we talked about Grammy nominations, TLC’s Kickstarter campaign, drinking too much, essential albums and all kinds of your calls! Keyword this episode, “HAMM’s”. Don’t forget to check out our “Essential Albums” page for the latest additions!

Feb 01, 20152 hr 18 min

Azalea vs Azealia | Episode 15

This episode Major, Mack & Mola1 spent the show discussing the Iggy Azalea vs Azealia Banks debate . Also this episode: essential albums, some dope hip-hop tracks and your calls and messages!

Jan 18, 20152 hr 8 min

Peace | Episode 13

In Episode 13, we toned it down, had a few more drinks and slurred our way through some more peaceful, fun topics. We talked about our essential hip-hop albums, buying wifeys Christmas gifts, one’s gotta go and this can’t be life. Hope you have as much fun listening as we did recording! We hope you all have a Happy Holiday season!

Dec 25, 20142 hr 1 min

War | Episode 12

This episode we discuss all of the social issues happening over the past few months including the Mike Brown situation, Eric Garner, Bill Cosby, our essential albums, and of course J. Cole’s latest “2014 Forest Hills Drive” album was up for Blend it or Bump it!

Dec 17, 20142 hr 7 min

Genius | Episode 11

This episode we discussed a “study” that followed facebook data’s link between music and ACT scores, Boardwalk Empire, some essential hip-hop album favorites of ours and we reviewed Logic’s “Under Pressure” for Blend it or Bump it. That and a whole lot more!

Oct 30, 20143 hr 52 min

Back From Summer Break | Episode 10

After a summer hiatus we’re finally back in the basement and catching up with everything that’s been going on in the world. From #thefappening to the NFL breaking down, hip-hop news and the Mike Brown case. We should be caught up at this point don’t you think?

Sep 29, 20143 hr 45 min
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