808's & Cold Takes

Today we are joined by Phoenix based recording artist and internet staple. Fresh off the release of his new project, "A Million Hearts", ladies and gentlemen we’re proud to present Arizona rap veteran Jessahn Amaru!  Join us as we get into Jessahn’s new music and upcoming show at Central Records, battle rap, and some hip hop nerd talk.  Check out Jessahn Amaru and his music https://www.i...

Back in June, we recorded our 2026 Midyear recap covering our favorite albums, songs, features, and favorite beats of the year so far. In typical 808s fashion, we fell a bit behind on getting this one released, but better late than never!  Joining us is our very good friend and collaborator, Rorvis Paradox!! Check out Rorvis and his channel https://www.youtube.com/@doxbrando25 https://www.instagra...

Today, we are joined by two very special guests. Both are former ASU alumni and co-founders of the Arizona based creative group om*. Introducing.. Winston T & Donovan Johnson!!  Join us as we discuss the origins of om*, how it became the multi-faceted organization that it is today, and last but not least.. witness us play a very professional new game called “Liked by Winston”.  Check out om* ...

Today we are joined by two very special guests.. one of which has already graced our studio with their presence before. Fresh off the release of their collaborative new project “YONIGEYA”, it’s the return of Phoenix musical artist Jaiani along with Phoenix music producer and multi-instrumentalist, Mosaic Sol!!  Tune in as we catch up with Jaiani and discuss the inspirations and creative process be...

Joining us in the studio today is the multi-talented, singer, songwriter, choreographer, and sci-fi extraordinaire.. Mandy Slate!! Tune in as we discuss Mandy’s musical origins, favorite pop music inspirations, and her experiences writing and producing her new project: Science Fiction! Check out Mandy Slate and her music https://www.instagram.com/mandy.slate  https://www.youtube.com/@mandyslate  h...

Fresh off the release of his debut album, “Love Should Be So Easy”, we’re joined today by singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist.. Henry James!! Tune in to learn about the creation of “Love Should Be So Easy”, the journey leading up to the album’s release, and the musical origins of Henry James.  Also big shout out to Winston T and the team over at om* for the opportunity to make this happen! L...

In this episode of 808s on Cam, we sat down with the founder and creative director behind the Jaripeo dance nights in Downtown Phoenix, Raul Felix! Alongside Jaripeo every first Friday, he also promotes events such as Mexican Idol, Tianguis, Ghetto Mexican EDM, Noche Tribalera, & Una Noche de Corridos.  Join us as we speak about the inspiration behind Jaripeo Night and hang out at Raul's...

We recently got invited out to Sunroom Studios in Tempe to sit down with an energetic multi-genre band called ¡Mucha Lucha! Currently based in Phoenix, these guys make catchy music blending different sounds and influences from across the Sonoran Desert. Their latest single, No Sé, was released in March of this year.  Thank you so much to ¡Mucha Lucha! for taking the time to hang out and chat with...

In light of the life-altering triple album release from the mob boss of Toronto himself, we decided to subject ourselves to the FULL album discography of the world's coldest living human.. enjoy!! Leave a comment! For More 808’s & Cold Takes https://linktr.ee/808sncoldtakes  

The definitive in-depth review and retrospective of the legendary Mississippi duo.. Rae Sremmurd!! Leave a comment! For More 808’s & Cold Takes https://linktr.ee/808sncoldtakes  

Kicking off our first studio interview of 2026, we are joined by Dinosaur Computer! These guys are a music and art collective based in Phoenix, Arizona. Their debut album, Loud Mouth+, released in September of last year and features tons of catchy indie/alternative rock tunes. Talking with us today is the founder and frontman of Dinosaur Computer, Chino Quentin. In this interview, we dive into the...

808’s After Dark returns with some very special returning guests: Wrthcr8ting!! This time we have the entire Wrth crew joining us just days before their annual Wrthfest performance at the Nile Underground that took place last month.  Enjoy our mind boggling banter about super-aids, J-Cole meals, favorite Transformers/Marvel fight scenes, favorite films of 2025, and more!  Wrthfest recap  https://w...

LaRussell & Jack Harlow controversies, random dark U.S. history, biopics, ranking Kendrick albums, Baby Keem's new album, and more! Leave a comment! For More 808’s & Cold Takes https://linktr.ee/808sncoldtakes  

Our review of the long awaited "final" album from J. Cole: The Fall-Off!!   Leave a comment! For More 808’s & Cold Takes https://linktr.ee/808sncoldtakes  

Favorite albums, songs, beats, and features from 2025! Featuring special guests and good friends of the show, Rorvis and Ronin!! Leave a comment! For More 808’s & Cold Takes https://linktr.ee/808sncoldtakes  

The first episode of Artistpalooza in about 4 years!! Don't Be Dumb by A$AP Rocky album review, plus our reviews of his entire discography.  Leave a comment! For More 808’s & Cold Takes https://linktr.ee/808sncoldtakes  

Fetty Wap's Self Titled classic album review, 2010's hip hop mount rushmore, NFL playoffs, and fun laughs with good friend of the show, Jacob from @sessionswjam   Leave a comment! For More 808’s & Cold Takes https://linktr.ee/808sncoldtakes  

New Years banter, Grammy predictions, 21 Savage album review, Tarantino movies, and our feelings on music in the 2020's.  Leave a comment! For More 808’s & Cold Takes https://linktr.ee/808sncoldtakes  

Happy Holidays!! Our Annual Christmas Special returns, and we're gonna be switching and shaking around things this time. This year, we'll be tier ranking some of the most iconic Christmas films of all; including Elf, The Grinch, Polar Express, Home Alone, and many more. Don't forget Tim Allen's knockout classic, The Santa Clause (808s fan favorite). So you better sit back, get...

E-40 is a living Bay Area icon and boasts a catalog of around 28 albums. Today, we're going to travel back in time and break down this west coast legend's gigantic discography. Minds will be blown, laughs will be shared, and speakers will be blown the f**k out. Enjoy our deep dive into the world and musical stylings of E-40.  Bray's E-40 playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4...

Wicked 2 review, Pitbull vs Flo Rida, frat rap Mac Miller, and our rankings of the highly esteemed and critically acclaimed coworker rappers from the likes of Dax, Tom Macdonald, MGK, Tech N9ne, Joyner Lucas, NF, and more!  Leave a comment! For More 808’s & Cold Takes https://linktr.ee/808sncoldtakes  

If you were stuck on an island and could only have 5 hip-hop songs to listen to forever what would they be? Joining us today is good friend of the show and fellow hip hop enthusiast, Mitch! Leave a comment! For More 808’s & Cold Takes https://linktr.ee/808sncoldtakes  

Happy Halloween!! We would like to welcome you to a very special episode of 808s & Cold Takes, in which many drinks will be had and many stupid things will be said. Alongside us today are special recurring guests, Maxito and Kadreau of S.A.M.N X.  Join us as we discuss all the diabolical things we would do for money, the life changing duality of "bros before h**s", eliminating certai...

RIP D’Angelo, Downfall of Young Thug, Revisiting Old Takes, Just Blaze vs Swizz Beats, and saying goodbye to our studio for now :(  Leave a comment! For More 808’s & Cold Takes https://linktr.ee/808sncoldtakes  

Catching up, Slept on Albums, Christopher Nolan using AI, and Kid Cudi is RETIRING?!?! Leave a comment! For More 808’s & Cold Takes https://linktr.ee/808sncoldtakes