808's & Convo

The season finale is here & we’re ending things the only way we know how…with hot takes, hip-hop debates & plenty of conversation. This week, Emo G & JUSTCALLMETEMP dives into the growing speculation surrounding Latto’s new album “ Big Mama” after fans became convinced she fired shots at Cardi B . Was it really a diss or is the internet doing what it does best? We break down where this...

This week on 808’s & Convo , Emo G & JUSTCALLMETEMP return with another packed episode full of MAJOR music releases, industry headlines and culture talk you don’t want to miss. First up, the 6 God, Drake shocks the music world by dropping not one, not two but THREE albums simultaneously: “Iceman”, “Maid Of Honour” and “Habibti.” The duo dive deep into first reactions, album reviews, favori...

This week on 808’s & Convo; Emo G & JUSTCALLMETEMP are back with another loaded episode breaking down the biggest conversations in music and culture. First up, the legendary Mary J. Blige officially kicks off her Las Vegas residency “My Story, My Life” and the reviews from opening week are already pouring in. Did the Queen of Hip-Hop Soul deliver a timeless experience worthy of her legacy...

On this episode of 808’s & Convo;  we’re diving straight into the chaos, controversy & conversations shaking the culture right now! We kick things off with the headline breakup between Megan Thee Stallion and Klay Thompson . The internet is in full meltdown mode, with men and women completely split on who’s right, who’s wrong & what this says about dating at that level. Are people proj...

This week on 808’s & Convo , Emo G & JUSTCALLMETEMP dives into a mix of legacy moments, unexpected tension and a real conversation about generational shifts in hip-hop. We kick things off with the 2026 class of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame . Who made the cut and what does it really mean for hip-hop’s place in music history? The duo breaks down the significance of recognition at that leve...

This week on 808’s & Convo , JUSTCALLMETEMP & Emo G taps into the drama, the energy and the rumors shaking the culture this week. We start in Florida, where things got heated between rappers Offset and Lil Tjay during an April 6th altercation at the Hard Rock Casino. With reports now suggesting the situation may be in federal hands, Emo & Temp breaks down what could’ve escalated things...

This episode of 808’s & Convo taps into the wild intersections of hip-hop, controversy, and culture… We start with a shocking and serious situation involving Pooh Shiesty, his father, Big30, and others reportedly tied to a January kidnapping and robbery case involving label head and rap icon Gucci Mane and members of his camp. With allegations pointing toward an attempt to break free from a 10...

On this episode of 808’s & Convo, the energy is anything but quiet… We kick things off with some unexpected tension as Justin Bieber and Usher reportedly get into a heated exchange at Jay-Z and Beyoncé’s Oscars afterparty. What really went down behind those elite doors—and does this hint at deeper industry friction? From there, we shift to a bigger conversation: is Hov still relatable? With Ja...

This week on 808’s & Convo, Emo G & JUSTCALLMETEMP balances celebration with some of the culture’s heavier conversations. We kick things off with a legendary moment as Jay-Z gears up to headline the Roots Picnic along with the legendary band on May 30th in honor of the 30th anniversary of Reasonable Doubt . On top of that, Hov is set to take over Yankee Stadium for two nights July 10th &am...

This week on 808’s & Convo, Emo G & Temp steps into the fire where street codes, public perception, and hip-hop politics collide. We kick things off with the tension between Papoose and 50 Cent . Is this just rap banter, or something deeper rooted in hate? Next, Boosie Badazz stirs the pot by calling out rappers who choose ‘protective custody’ while incarcerated, specifically taking aim at...

On this episode of 808’s & Convo, Emo G dives into a mix of hip-hop legacy, New York politics, and the unpredictable world of celebrity culture. First up, rumors are swirling that JAŸ-Z may have quietly locked down two full weeks at Barclays Center to celebrate the 30th anniversary of his legendary debut album Reasonable Doubt . With the arena calendar mysteriously blacked out during dates tha...

On this episode of 808’s & Convo ; Emo G and JUSTCALLMETEMP start the pod on a real note; talking family, growth and the importance of protecting your health while you’re busy chasing everything else. Mental, physical, emotional. Then we get to the smoke… T.I. decides he wants all the smoke with 50 Cent ; dropping a diss track and turning up the temperature after failed attempts to pit 50 in a...

This week on 808’s & Convo, Emo G taps into legacy, rollout strategy and whether nostalgia still pays in 2026. First up, J. Cole hits the road in an old Camry for his “Trunk Sale” vlog series…pulling up to colleges across the Carolinas selling physical copies of his new & ‘last’ album “ The Fall Off ” out the trunk like it’s 2009. Is this the most genius, on-brand marketing move we’ve seen...

On this episode of 808’s & Convo, we start with the spectacle that had the world watching: Bad Bunny’s NFL Super Bowl Halftime Show. From the visuals to the setlist to the cultural statements, we break down the highlights, the symbolism, and whether it lived up to the hype of one of the biggest stages in entertainment. Next up, we dive deep into J. Cole’s alleged final album, “The Fall Off”. D...

On this episode of 808’s & Convo, we celebrate the architects behind the hits as two super-producers step into the ring. The Verzuz battle between Mike WiLL Made-It and Hit-Boy had timelines on fire…anthem after anthem, chart-toppers, deep cuts, and undeniable cultural impact. We break down the highlights, who controlled the room, and which catalog truly moved the culture. Next, we talk about...

Happy Black History Month! On this episode of 808’s & Convo, the culture is loud and nobody’s biting their tongue. We kick things off with Fivio Foreign sounding off on 21 Savage’s “Fuck The Streets” movement during his appearance on DJ Akademiks’ Off The Record. Is Fivio pushing back on performative messaging, or is this another clash between street codes and industry optics? Speaking of opti...

In this episode of 808’s & Convo , we kick things off by breaking down how rap beef in the 90’s was handled compared to today’s social-media era. Back then, disrespect had weight and consequences…no viral antics, no keyboard courage, just bars! We discuss what’s been lost in today’s online rap wars and whether the culture has softened or just changed. Next, we turn our attention to J. Cole and...

In this episode of 808’s & Convo , we tap into the golden era of women’s music in the 90’s! We talk the highs, the heartbreaks, and the heated conversations shaping women in music…then and now. We unpack the messy fallouts of iconic all-female R&B and hip-hop groups and why sisterhood in the industry often comes with expiration dates. From there, we give flowers to the female artists of th...

With the return of Temp in this episode, the 808 duo get real! We kick things off with Will Smith being sued by a tour violinist over alleged sexual harassment and retaliation. With Will’s public image already on thin ice, we unpack the accusations, the power dynamics at play, and what this means for his legacy moving forward. Is this another Hollywood downfall—or something deeper? Next, Celina Po...

No headlines. No drama. No hot takes. No BS! For this special New Year’s Eve episode, Emo is pressing pause on music news and turning the volume up on vibes. This episode is dedicated solely to the music that moves us, sets the mood, and carries us into the new year. Whether you’re outside celebrating, inside reflecting, or somewhere in between…this one’s for the soundtrack of your night. Tap in,...

🎙️ On this week with “808’s & Convo”: Drama, Arrests & Peace Talks — Hip Hop’s Wild Week This week in hip hop, we’re unpacking 50 Cent’s latest beef with the “Let’s Rap About It” podcast, the growing backlash from everyone from DJ Akademiks to Cam’ron and beyond what sparked it, who’s taking shots, and what it all says about the state of rap media vs. rap legends.  Then we shift to R&B...

This episode cuts deep, challenges timing, and questions respect in today’s culture; nothing surface-level, nothing sugarcoated. We open with the heartbreaking loss of Nico McKnight, brother of Brian McKnight Jr., who passed away due to complications from colon cancer. As the family mourns, disturbing allegations resurface about Brian McKnight Sr. including claims that he withheld saying “I love y...

In this episode of 808’s & Convo, we dive into some heavy headlines and real conversations about accountability, industry politics, and the music that raised us. First up, we break down the Ray J & Princess Love livestream chaos — the allegations, the gun being drawn, the fact that their child was present, and what this says about public meltdowns, safety, and why this toxic behavior could...

In this episode of ‘808’s & Convo’, Emo G kicks things off with a raw monologue on brotherhood; why it’s fractured, why loyalty feels rarer than ever, and why so many men can’t seem to hold the line anymore. From there, we dive straight into the chaos swirling around the self-proclaimed R&B Princess —yes, Miss Pizza Hut herself—Summer Walker, who’s been all over the blogs announcing she wa...

On this episode of 808’s & Convo , Emo G & Tempa break down another week of wild headlines, unexpected updates, and freshly dropped albums shaking up the culture. First, we dive into the terrifying situation involving 6ix9ine; a home invasion left his mother held at gunpoint while intruders ransacked the house, next, a small but significant update in the legal timeline of Fetty Wap. The “T...