Top Dawg Entertainment's President, Terrence "Punch" Henderson, is sitting on top of the world. Thanks to the historic success of SZA's sophomore album SOS, the label has a new flagship star. But make no mistake, Punch just isn't sitting behind a desk. The Watts native can also be heard with his own hip-hop ensemble, A Room Full of Mirrors and Ab-Soul's latest, Herbert. Hours ahead of SZA's sold out Madison Square Garden performance, Punch talks about her 10 week reign on the charts, TDE's futur...
Mar 09, 2023•53 min•Season 1Ep. 25
For over 40 years, Babyface’s music has been the soundtrack to our lives. Last year, the legendary producer and songwriter released his ninth solo album, Girls Night Out. He also connected with SZA on her chart topper, SOS. More recently, he performed at Super Bowl LVII and hit the road with fellow R&B icon, Anita Baker. Here, Face reflects on his storied career, hip-hop ties, and so much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://ww...
Mar 02, 2023•1 hr 26 min•Season 1Ep. 24
Lil Yachty isn't afraid to experiment. After taking the wock to Poland and a two-year hiatus, the Atlanta rapper returned this year with his alternative album, Let's Start Here. Making his debut on the Rap Radar Podcast, Yachty invites us into his Georgia mansion to discuss his new sound, critics, fatherhood, and more. Mom, keep quiet!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rap-radar--6128701/support ....
Feb 23, 2023•1 hr 17 min•Season 1Ep. 23
In person, YoungBoy Never Broke Again is a man of a few words. On wax however, the Baton Rouge native pulls no punches. And after dropping eight albums last year, YoungBoy returned this January with, I Rest My Case. From his snowy home in Utah, YoungBoy gives a rare conversation about life in the Beehive State, music, family, imaginary players and much more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rap-radar--6128701...
Feb 16, 2023•36 min•Season 1Ep. 22
Houston we have a problem. Well, sort of. We had a special episode planned, but due to “technical difficulties”, we aren't ready to release it just yet. So for now, listen to B.Dot and Elliott recap their adventures at the Roc Nation Brunch and this years Grammy Awards. Sorry for the wait!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rap-radar--6128701/support ....
Feb 09, 2023•15 min•Season 1Ep. 21
Jermaine Dupri and Curren$y are a match made in hip-hop heaven. Two years ago, the duo connected after Spitta paid homage to the So So Def founder on his album, Collection Agency. Now the pair are releasing their debut EP, For Motivational Use Only Vol. 1. In their inaugural interview, the twosome speak on their highly anticipated project, relationship, legacies, and much more! It’s the SoSo Jets, fools! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Become a supporter of this podcast: htt...
Feb 02, 2023•1 hr 30 min•Season 1Ep. 21
Around these parts, Ransom is an uncompromising lyrical king. Last year, the New Jersey rapper independently released three albums, including his latest, Chaos Is My Ladder. And with his game ace on, Ran is set on dominating 2023. Here, he talks about his current project, independence, and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rap-radar--6128701/support ....
Jan 26, 2023•1 hr 17 min•Season 1Ep. 20
JID is an open book. And last year, the East Atlanta native released his critically acclaimed album, The Forever Story. In support of the project, he's hitting the road this January with Smino on their co-headlining, Luv Is 4 Ever tour. But before coming to a city near you, JID chops it up with B.Dot and Elliott on his banner year, family, new music, and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rap-radar--...
Jan 19, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 19
Hold up wait a minute; you thought we were finished? Nope! For our second installment, Westside Gunn introduces us to Griselda Records newest additions: Boldy James, Rome Streetz, and StoveGod Cooks. Here, the collective discuss their current and upcoming solo projects and 2023 plans.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rap-radar--6128701/support ....
Jan 12, 2023•1 hr 7 min•Season 1Ep. 18
Westside Gunn doesn’t lack confidence. This year, the Griselda Records general is celebrating a string of releases, including his own, 10. But Gunn isn’t toasting to his accomplishment alone. Before taking over Miami’s annual Art Basel festival, chops it up with Elliott and B.Dot about his banner year, 2023, the future of his label.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rap-radar--6128701/support ....
Jan 05, 2023•58 min•Season 1Ep. 18
Ab-Soul is on a quest to find himself. And after a six year hiatus, he returned with a new album inspired by his government name, Hebert. With a renewed focus, Soul sits with B.Dot and Elliott to discuss his new album, losses, suicide attempt, TDE, and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rap-radar--6128701/support ....
Dec 15, 2022•1 hr 6 min•Season 1Ep. 17
Babyface Ray is a Detroit player that’s been in the game for years. And after planting his flag earlier this year with Face, he caps off the 2022 with MOB. Here, Ray speaks on his new project, family, hometown support, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rap-radar--6128701/support ....
Dec 08, 2022•43 min•Season 1Ep. 16
Berner's career is up in smoke. But don't expect him to find a new line of work. Thanks to his marijuana brand Cookies, the Bay Area native landed on the cover of Forbes magazine. Months later, he opened his flagship store in NYC and released his 47th album, Seed 2 Sale. Holding court in his newly acquired San Francisco compound, Berner opens up on his recent wins, marijuana laws, music, health, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Become a supporter of this podcast: htt...
Dec 01, 2022•1 hr 6 min•Season 1Ep. 15
Kehlani can’t stay still. That’s because this year the chanteuse has been traveling across America in support of her Blue Water Road world tour. But before embarking on her European leg, the Oakland native chopped it up with B.Dot and Elliott in front of a LIVE audience to talk about her latest album, motherhood, touring, new music, influences, and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rap-radar--6128701/su...
Nov 17, 2022•45 min•Season 1Ep. 14
Freddie Gibbs and manager Ben Lambert are a match made in hip-hop heaven. For nearly two decades, the duo have operated as an independent powerhouse. But two years after Gibbs’ 2020 Grammy nomination, he’s back under the major label system with, Soul Sold Separately. Here, Fred and Lambo speak on their friendship, new album, and—reading?!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rap-radar--6128701/support ....
Nov 10, 2022•58 min•Season 1Ep. 13
Vince Staples isn’t fazed by his success. Even with a critically acclaimed album (Ramona Park Broke My Heart) and national ad campaigns (Acura, Sprite, NBA), Vince remains unbothered. Instead, the rapper prioritizes his focus toward his family and Long Beach community. Here, Vince addresses his apathy and music before taking a phone call from a hip-hop legend. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rap-radar--6128...
Nov 03, 2022•47 min•Season 1Ep. 12
When it comes to sports agents, Rich Paul is the MVP. This year, the Cleveland native celebrated the 10 year anniversary of his KLUTCH Sports Group. With clients like LeBron James and Anthony Davis, the agency has negotiated over a $1 billion in contracts. Off the court, Rich is a hip-hop head that’s been named check by J.Cole, Brent Faiyaz and Lil Baby. Here, Rich speaks on his decade of dominance, business, music, and legacy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Become a support...
Oct 27, 2022•1 hr 18 min•Season 1Ep. 11
Larry June is one of the most prolific rappers in the game. Within the last two years, the Bay Area native has released nine albums. And with his latest project Spaceships On The Blade clocking at 20 tracks, it’s his longest project to date. Nestled in the Hollywood Hills, Larry chops it up with B. Dot and Elliott about his upbringing, music, finances, and green smoothies. Ay, ay, ay!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com...
Oct 20, 2022•55 min•Season 1Ep. 10
Brent Faiyaz's head is in the clouds. Months after releasing his pandemic inspired album, Wasteland, the Maryland crooner is surveying the landscape from a chartered helicopter. But before taking off, Brent chops it up with B.Dot and Elliott about his latest project, Diddy, independence, and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rap-radar--6128701/support ....
Oct 13, 2022•1 hr 5 min•Season 1Ep. 9
Kenya Barris is a business, man. With a string of television and movies in production, the Black-ish creator recently partnered with Kid Cudi to release the animated love tale, Entergalatic. Here, Kenya talks about his latest endeavor, working with rappers, new projects and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rap-radar--6128701/support ....
Oct 06, 2022•1 hr 4 min•Season 1Ep. 8
The Alchemist & Roc Marciano make a perfect combination. And after much anticipation, the duo have released, The Elephant Man’s Bones. Here, the tandem speak on their new project, production, Kendrick Lamar, Stove God Cooks, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rap-radar--6128701/support ....
Sep 29, 2022•41 min•Season 1Ep. 7
Joey Badass is stuck in the past—but for good reason. 10 years after releasing his debut mixtape, 1999 the Brooklyn rapper pushed time forward with latest project, 2000. Ahead of the season premiere of his hit drama Raising Kanan, Joey talked about his newest project, family, acting, competition and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rap-radar--6128701/support ....
Sep 22, 2022•47 min•Season 1Ep. 6
The Game is at war with himself. And after years of internal affairs, the Compton rapper is bearing his wounds on his latest album, Drillmatic Heart vs Mind. In conversation with B.Dot and Elliott, Game speaks on contradictions, Eminem, Jay-Z, 50 Cent, and former XXL covers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rap-radar--6128701/support ....
Sep 15, 2022•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 5
Lloyd Banks in the house! And this time, it’s all good news. A year after dropping The Course of The Inevitable, Banks is back with his second installment. Prior to a sold out performance in NYC, the former G-Unit solider chops it up with B.Dot and Elliott on his latest project, early success, fatherhood, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rap-radar--6128701/support ....
Sep 08, 2022•1 hr 7 min•Season 1Ep. 4
DJ Khaled gets along well with others. So much in fact that the guests stars on his new album, God Did, are heaven sent. With features from Drake, JayZ, Eminem, and Lil Wayne, Khaled invite B.Dot and Elliott to his house for a private listening. Afterward, the triumvirate speak on making the album, verses, hip-hop roots, and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rap-radar--6128701/support ....
Sep 01, 2022•58 min•Season 1Ep. 3
Vampires suck. Luckily, Jamie Foxx and Snoop Dogg are hunting them down in their new Netflix film, Day Shift. But this isn't the first time the superstars united. Since 2005, the duo have collaborated on their solo albums, Unpredictable and Tha Blue Carpet Treatment. Here, the tandem discuss working on the silver screen, hip-hop origins, Death Row Records, comedy, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ra...
Aug 25, 2022•43 min•Season 1Ep. 2
Atlanta’s three headed monster is now a duo. After finding success with Migos, Quavo and Takeoff now are setting sail as Unc & Phew. In their first sit-down, the duo discuss their new partnership and upcoming debut album. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rap-radar--6128701/support ....
Aug 18, 2022•47 min•Season 1Ep. 1
We're back! *Insert Elliott laugh* Each week, we'll be bringing you the most exclusive interviews in hip hop and entertainment today. Catch us starting August 18th, listen and follow wherever you get your podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rap-radar--6128701/support ....
Aug 08, 2022•2 min
Vic Mensa’s got a story to tell. But instead of putting it in a book, the Chicago rapper is waxing poetic on his debut album, The Autobiography . Featuring collaborations from rap heavyweights No I.D. and Pharrell, Vic logs accounts of love, death and everything in between. Here, the Roc Nation rookie speaks on his creative process, former relationships, studio sessions and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Become a supp...
Jul 28, 2022•10 min
Fly Gods In addition to the performances at Philly’s Made In America over the weekend, Rap Radar kept you in tuned to some of the acts with new episodes of the Rap Radar Podcast. On the grounds of Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Elliott Wilson and B.Dot chopped it up with Saint JHN. Work hard, play harder.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rap-radar--6128701/suppo...
Jul 28, 2022•14 min
