Dead End Hip Hop

We’re live tonight with a special guest, Spike Lou from the OnDeckTv Podcast. This time around we’re switching things up and using their format to run through some of the biggest stories in Hip Hop from this past week. Topics on deck include Cardi B’s new album, Jay Electronica surprising everyone with multiple projects, the latest news on Dame Dash suing Cam’Ron, and plenty more. Tap in for the c...

In this Superchat Mailbag episode we were asked to revisit some of the GOATs from the 90s and early 2000s and dig into whether their music still holds up in 2025 or if some of it has aged poorly. From classic albums that shaped the culture to verses that defined entire eras, we reflect on how these legendary catalogs sound now and what they mean for hip hop today. Drop your thoughts in the comment...

HotNewHipHop has released their list of the top 50 female rap albums and we had to see how it stacked up. In this discussion we go through the list, react to the placements, and talk about which albums truly deserve recognition. From timeless classics to more recent standouts, we highlight the moments that shaped hip hop and point out where we feel HotNewHipHop might have missed the mark. This is...

In his latest appearance on The Breakfast Club, Dame Dash delivers a fiery response to Charlamagne Tha God, rejecting claims that he’s “broke,” defending his worth, and going on the attack questioning Charlamagne’s masculinity and even accusing him of being gay over his ties (or lack thereof) with Jay-Z. The confrontation escalates into schoolyard insults, with Dame threatening physical violence,...

In this superchat convo we were asked to list songs that represent the sound of each coast in hip hop. Instead of just focusing on East and West we decided to expand the discussion and highlight the South and Midwest as well. Each region has its own history and signature style that can be captured in certain tracks and we had a great time debating which ones stand out the most. From the raw lyrici...

Joey Bada$$ has returned with his latest project Lonely at the Top and we are diving deep into everything it brings to the table. Known for his sharp lyricism, nostalgia soaked boom bap production choices, and his ability to balance classic New York energy with modern sounds, Joey is one of the few artists who can bridge eras of hip hop in a natural way. With this new release, he seems to be refle...

In this live show we cover the latest updates on Young Thug as he sits down with Big Bank for a revealing interview while also dropping a new diss track aimed at alleged rats within YSL. From the tension surrounding his words to the names being speculated, this situation continues to shake up the hip hop world. Join us as we break it all down and give our thoughts on what this means for Thug, YSL,...

In this superchat from DonaldVann, we dig into a fun but tricky topic: songs that we absolutely love but also feature some of the worst verses from a particular artist. We all know those tracks where the beat, hook, or main verses are incredible, but then a feature or guest spot brings the energy down. These verses weren’t enough to ruin the whole song, but when we look back, they definitely stand...

We are back with the second episode of our Best Of series, this time highlighting the albums that stood out to us during the month of August. Each of us brought a few picks that we felt represented the strongest releases of the month and we break down what makes them worth revisiting. If you missed the pilot episode where we covered the month of July, that full breakdown is available now on Patreo...

In this Superchat Mailbag we tackled not one but two heavy questions from the community. Beezy circled back to answer a ranking superchat that came in during a previous mailbag and then the crew locked in on a brand new one. The question was simple but wild to think about: if you had to completely erase one hip hop album and its impact from history which one would it be As always the conversation...

We are going live to cover the leaked jail phone calls from Young Thug that have sent shockwaves through the hip hop community. These recordings reveal conversations where names like Lil Durk, Kendrick Lamar, and Gunna come up, adding fuel to the already heated discussions around Thug, YSL, and the wider rap game. With Thug now on probation, the timing and content of these calls raise questions ab...

Ghostface Killah has returned with Supreme Clientele 2, a project fans have been anticipating for years. As the follow up to his 2000 classic Supreme Clientele, expectations could not be higher. The original solidified Ghost as one of the most inventive storytellers and stylists in hip hop and it remains a staple not just in his discography but in the Wu Tang legacy as a whole. In this review we b...

We are going live this Wednesday at 9 PM EST to give our initial thoughts on Anthony Fantano’s White Rappers Tier List. We have already watched the video beforehand and will use this stream to break down his criteria, talk through where we agree or disagree, and dig into the bigger conversation around skill sets, impact, longevity, and cultural context. Expect pushback, receipts, and a lot of back...

In this superchat conversation we tackle a question that cuts right to the heart of hip hop culture. One of our viewers asked if any albums from the 2020s so far truly deserve the legendary 5 Mics stamp that The Source Magazine used to hand out. For those who remember, 5 Mics wasn’t just a rating, it was a badge of honor that represented the highest level of artistry, cultural impact, and replay v...

We are back with another Chance the Rapper review, this time diving into his new album STAR LINE. It has been five years since The Big Day dropped in 2019 which we also reviewed at the time (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vW346QizEbs). Like many listeners we were not feeling that project and it left a lot of people wondering what direction Chance would take next. With all that time passing there...

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We are back with another DEHH Superchat Mailbag. Yall sent in your questions and topics and we are answering them right here. From album debates to culture talk to some wild left field questions, nothing is off limits when we do these. This time we had AB from the OnDeckTV Podcast join us as a guest and some hot takes definitely got thrown out in this convo. This is our way of making sure the ques...

Dead End Hip Hop is back with our review of JID’s new album God Does Like Ugly. We were joined by AB also known as Animal Brown from the OnDeckTV Podcast for this one. We dig into the beats the flows the writing and the ideas behind the record. The room was split too with some of us feeling the album more than others which made for a lively back and forth that you will want to weigh in on. Drop yo...

We discuss the latest twist in Drake’s ongoing lawsuit against UMG, where he’s seeking documents about alleged domestic violence claims against Kendrick Lamar and private communications between Lamar and TDE’s Dave Free about Lamar’s children—moves seemingly aimed at reinforcing the accusations Drake made in his 2024 track Family Matters . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adcho...

In this Superchat conversation we took on the ultimate challenge of putting four classic Outkast albums up against all four Run The Jewels albums and ranking them together in one combined matchup. Each member came in with their own personal ranking list, so you’ll see where our opinions line up and where they clash. From timeless Southern hip hop landmarks to the hard-hitting RTJ catalog, we broke...

In this episode of the Rundown, we go over the latest with Drake's UMG lawsuit, Black Thought being trillian times better than Jay Z, Lil Wayne's health scare, and August releases. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Part 2 of our 7 Levels of Rapper Conversation we used Duplee’s original criteria to put together our own list. Each of us brought 2 rappers for every level with the goal of naming artists who weren’t mentioned in his video. Things definitely got interesting as we debated where certain names belong and what it really means to master all 7 levels. Let us know if you agree with the names we added...

We watched the viral 7 Levels of Rapper video and it turned into a classic Dead End Hip Hop moment. What started as a reaction quickly turned into a full-blown debate, especially when Rod and FeeFo clashed over what it really takes to be Level 7. We broke down each level, called out where we think the video got it right and wrong, and even started tossing out names of rappers we feel got left off...

After XXL posted a clip of Metro Boomin saying music needs to go back to being regional, it sparked a convo we couldn't ignore. In the video, Metro reflects on how social media made everything feel the same. How sounds, styles, and even slang are getting blended to the point where you can’t tell where anything’s from anymore. So we had a real DEHH style discussion about it. Is Metro right Has musi...

We sat down to review Raekwon’s latest album and break down what The Chef is cookin this time around. From the bars to the beats to how it stacks up against his legendary catalog, we’re diving deep into the sound and vision of this new project. Does Rae still have it? Is this one of his stronger solo efforts? Tap in and hear our thoughts. Drop your take in the comments and let us know how you’re f...