Preservation of Hip-Hop Journalism

Wacced Out Murals

In this week’s episode, hosts Oktane and Shug dive into Kendrick Lamar's latest album "GNX" and hit you with their Top5 Beats of all time, Dream Collaborations, and FANtasy Verzuz!

Dirkio, What Went Wrong?

In this week’s episode, hosts Oktane and Shug dive into the latest music and news making waves, including Top5 Posse Cuts and they touch on the situation with Lil Durk. Plus, don’t miss our weekly Dream Collaborations, FANtasy Verzuz, and Top 5 picks!

Preservation of Hip-Hop Journalism

In this week’s episode, hosts Oktane and Shug dive into the latest music and news making waves, including Rapper Top5 sending threats towards Kendrick Lamar and producer Metro Boomin, and the latest developments in the Young Dolph murder trial, with Justin Johnson found guilty. They also discuss LaRussell’s thoughts on blogs prioritizing clickbait over quality content. Plus, don’t miss our weekly Dream Collaborations, FANtasy Verzuz, and Top 5 picks! Be sure to like, subscribe, and share the podcast on YouTube, and stream it wherever you listen!

Preservation of Hip-Hop Journalism

In this week’s episode, hosts Oktane and Shug dive into the latest music and news making waves, including Rapper Top5 sending threats towards Kendrick Lamar and producer Metro Boomin, and the latest developments in the Young Dolph murder trial, with Justin Johnson found guilty. They also discuss LaRussell’s thoughts on blogs prioritizing clickbait over quality content. Plus, don’t miss our weekly Dream Collaborations, FANtasy Verzuz, and Top 5 picks! Be sure to like, subscribe, and share the podcast on YouTube, and stream it wherever you listen!

New Name, Time To Level Up

In this episode, we dive deep into the exciting and controversial news surrounding Kendrick Lamar’s selection as the headlining performer for the 2025 Super Bowl halftime show in New Orleans. While fans are buzzing about Kendrick's return to the big stage, not everyone is celebrating. Hometown legend Lil Wayne openly expresses his disappointment, revealing that he's hurt by not being chosen to represent New Orleans on such a grand stage. We'll break down his reaction, the cultural implications, and why some feel Wayne deserved the spotlight. To add to the drama, Nicki Minaj took to Twitter with a string of negative reactions, fueling speculation about potential tension in the rap community. We analyze her tweets, what they might mean for Kendrick, and how this all plays into the dynamics of the current Hip-Hop landscape. Join us as we unpack the layers of this major moment in music, dissect the reactions, and explore what this means for the culture.