Episodes

The crew discuss Mos Def's (nka Yasin Bey) timeless 1999 debut Black on Both Sides, which came at a critical times in their lives. They discuss the lyrics, production, themes and the prophetic nature of its message that still rings …

The crew discusses The Notorious B.I.G's exceptional 1994 debut album Ready to Die on its 25th anniversary, its genius production work, hardcore and smooth lyrics and how it shaped an hip-hop icon.

The crew discusses De La Soul's historic 1989 debut 3 Feet High And Rising, its impact and how it shaped other projects released within the genre in the following year and years to come.

The crew takes a look at Outkast's groundbreaking debut Southernplayaisticadillacmuzik: it's impact on Atlanta, Southern hip-hop and the hip hop scene overall 25 years after it's release.

The crew tackles Prince Paul's 1999 concept album A Prince Among Thieves, its unique nature and how the album would look if it was done in today's music climate.

The crew takes a look at the The Roots breakthrough album Things Fall Apart 20 years later, how it changed their career trajectory and how it stacks up with the rest of their catalog.

We take a look at Mobb Deep's fourth album Murda Muzik as it turns 20 years old, examining the themes, highlights, low points and whether it stands the test of time for the legendary Queensbridge rap duo.