This week on The Breaks: Confucius and Fresh explain what they love about the latest wave of female rappers like Megan the Stallion and City Girls. Both hosts talk about their frustration with Snoop Dogg’s episode of Red Table Talk, and express their disappointment with the negative energy people direct towards black women. They explain why they don’t think the Coronavirus outbreak will cause South by Southwest to be cancelled. They express their support for Waka Flocka Flame’s assertion that hi...
Mar 02, 2020•32 min•Season 1Ep. 21
This week on The Breaks : Confucius and Fresh send their condolences to the family of local artist Chameleon Brenden Foster after his passing. They also talk about how, although legacies are important, new artists don’t have to be aware of everyone who came before them in order to thrive in the Austin Music Scene. They discuss why the allegations brought against Cardi B’s friend Star Brim might work against Cardi herself. Confucius and Fresh reflect on Big Sean’s discussion with Joe Budden about...
Feb 24, 2020•38 min•Season 1Ep. 20
This week on The Breaks : Confucius and Fresh break down the backlash to the Forbes article on Rad and Wane from The Hakone Agency. They discuss the history of the Austin hip-hop scene and how it’s hidden from most of the city. In his “Unpopular Opinion,” Fresh talks about how people use the word “gentrification” too loosely. Confucius encourages people to show empathy and consider context for stories in his “Confucius Says.” This week’s local song of the week is Chief Cleopatra’s “Gangstas in L...
Feb 17, 2020•32 min•Season 1Ep. 19
This week on The Breaks: Confucius and Fresh discuss the internet’s reaction to CBS reporter Gayle King asking WNBA star Lisa Leslie about the sexual assault accusation against her friend and mentor Kobe Bryant. Both hosts lament the downfall of Nicki Minaj in the wake of her latest social media battle with her ex-boyfriend Meek Mill. They express their thoughts on Billie Eilish’s recent comments about rappers “lying” in their music. Listen to this episode of The Breaks Get your tickets to Love ...
Feb 10, 2020•26 min•Season 1Ep. 18
This week on The Breaks, Fresh sits down with KUTX’s Artist of the Month Eimaral Sol to talk about her journey from Killeen to Austin via Houston. They also discuss the inspiration behind her music, her thoughts about The Grammys and her takes on the Austin Chronicle Music Poll and Austin music scene. This week’s Local Song of the Week is “Numb” by Jay Wile. Listen to this episode of The Breaks Get your tickets to the 2nd Annual Love Lockdown featuring Eimaral Sol, Jake Lloyd, Jay Wile & Ary...
Feb 03, 2020•25 min•Season 1Ep. 17
This week on The Breaks: Hosts Confucius and Fresh discuss the controversy at the Recording Academy , and explain why they think the Grammys are no longer culturally relevant. They talk about DaBaby’s recent run-in with a hotel valet. In his Unpopular Opinion Fresh acknowledges that even though the Grammys aren’t culturally relevant, the Grammy’s still matter to a lot of artists and that’s okay. Both hosts talk about Meek Mill’s Grammy weekend run-in with his ex Nicki Minaj. The local song of th...
Jan 27, 2020•28 min•Season 1Ep. 15
This week on The Breaks Hosts Confucius and Fresh discuss how they feel about Shaggy turning down the opportunity to be on Rihanna’s new record after he was asked to audition. They talk about the reaction too Boosie Badazz wearing a Kappa sweater to an NBA game Austin Artist J Soulja , creator of The Smokeout Concert Series, joins the Breaks for an interview. In his Unpopular Opinion, Fresh tells us why he’s sick of people saying that Black Leaders can’t be entertainers or athletes. Confucius sh...
Jan 13, 2020•35 min•Season 1Ep. 13
This week on The Breaks: Hosts Confucius and Fresh discuss whether DaBaby was right to have his crew jump a concert promoter who shorted him. Both hosts explain why they feel documentaries like “Surviving R. Kelly – Part II: The Reckoning ” are necessary to amplify the voices of people of color who have been victims of sexual assault. Fresh tells us why he’s not ashamed to be labeled “Industry” in his Unpopular Opinion. Both hosts discuss their feelings about the recent crop of podcasts hosted b...
Jan 06, 2020•29 min•Season 1Ep. 12
This Week on The Breaks: Confucius and Fresh explore all the reasons that Dr. Dre is the greatest producer of all time. Both hosts discourage people from dismissing new music as not “Real” Hip-hop or “Real” R&B. They interview Austin artist Mike Melinoe about his new record “Clajidu,” why he moved to Austin from Detroit and his perspective on the Austin music scene. Both hosts discuss their theories on why hip-hop and Black culture speak to so many people around the world. Fresh’s Unpopular ...
Nov 18, 2019•42 min•Season 1Ep. 6
This week on The Breaks: Confucius and Fresh talk about whether Nipsey Hussle’s profile was elevated after his death and discuss what “success” really means today. They explore the history of Outkast’s Stankonia Studios and reflect on the stories that might be told about Austin hip-hop someday. Both hosts make a call more Black tastemakers in Austin. Fresh talks about Summer Walker’s desire to just make art and discourages musicians from avoiding the business side of the music industry as part o...
Nov 11, 2019•28 min•Season 1Ep. 5
Confucius and Fresh discuss why they’re no longer willing to rock with Kanye West and why they are willing to read the new Prince biography “The Beautiful Ones.” They interview Austin rapper, Queen Deelah . Fresh defends the Austin ISD’s decision to close schools in his Unpopular Opinion and Confucius warns again narcissism in his segment Confucius Says. Listen to this episode of The Breaks Queen Deelah will be celebrating the release of “Unlisted” with Qi Dada at Stay Gold in Austin on November...
Nov 04, 2019•31 min•Season 1Ep. 4
In this episode of The Breaks, Confucius and Fresh discuss Joe Budden’s beef with Charlamange tha God & Netflix. From there they call out Austin organizations promoting diversity without including people of color in decision making. Local Austin artist CP Loony stops by for an interview. Plus Fresh thinks Iggy Azalea is not, in fact, the biggest taint on T.I.’s legacy and Confucius encourages everyone to lean into their strengths. Listen on The Apple Podcasts App , Spotify or Stitcher Listen...
Oct 21, 2019•33 min•Season 1Ep. 2
On this special edition of The Breaks, Confucius and Fresh joined Austin R&B singer Alesia Lani on the Bonus Tracks Stage at the Austin City Limits Music Festival for a conversation about her festival experience, what it’s been like to grow her career, and a whole lot more. 📸 Julia Reihs/KUTX Listen on The Apple Podcasts App , Spotify or Stitcher Hear the music from Alesia Lani The post The Breaks Extra: Alesia Lani at the ACLfest Bonus Tracks Stage appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios ...
Oct 21, 2019•22 min•Season 1Ep. 1
This week on The Breaks hosts Confucius and Fresh discuss hip hop and R&B at the Austin City Limits Music Festival, why they think Lil’ Kim continues to influence the current wave of female rappers, whether DJs are relevant anymore, and why you should never wait to take the initiative. Plus, they share the story of how The Breaks got started. Listen on The Apple Podcasts App , Spotify or Stitcher Hear the music from The Breaks played on Saturday night. The Breaks radio show airs every Saturd...
Oct 21, 2019•26 min•Season 1Ep. 1
Hosts Confucius and Fresh are here to let everyone know about Austin’s vibrant hip-hop and R&B scenes. They’re fun, bold, informed and making it clear that “The Live Music Capital of the World” has a lot more going on than Stevie Ray, Willie, Spoon and other great artists. The post Trailer: The Breaks appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts .
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