The 4$IDE Podcast

Failed FaceTime recordings or not, we are back with a new episode! Despite us having to re-record last Sunday, we still made the most of it by discussing a couple of hot topics such as: PartyNextDoor's album being better than The Weeknd's (6:00) Recapping Hitboy vs. Boi1da and Timbaland vs. Swizz Beatz (16:00) STREAM, REVIEW, AND FOLLOW US ON HERE, APPLE PODCAST, SPOTIFY, AND YOUTUBE. VISIT OUR NE...

We hope all is well with you guys! Please continue washing your hands, staying inside, and social distancing. On this latest episode of 4$IDE, the crew discussed a few topics such as: The Coronavirus' negative impact on the music business (20:36) Yung Berg survives a near-fatal home invasion (29:00) Reacting to The Weeknd's new album! (41:05) Looking forward to Gambino, Party, and other releases (...

First things first, we hope all is well with you, your families, and friends during these crazy times! Please make sure you're taking care of yourself, properly. Because of this evolving Coronavirus situation, the crew decided to stay home last weekend but we couldn't forget about the pod. Despite our failed attempt at recording the show via Google Hangout, we decided to produce a complication of...

Another week means another episode! On the latest episode of 4$IDE, the crew spent a lot of time discussing Megan Thee Stallion's contract situation (14:46) before getting to: Lil Uzi Vert finally dropping "Eternal Atake!" (40:25) Spotify looking to make more money from labels (44:50) Kendrick Lamar starting his own company (50:49) STREAM, REVIEW, AND FOLLOW US ON HERE, APPLE PODCAST, SPOTIFY, AND...

It felt like a very quick episode but we discussed a lot, last Saturday! The guys came together and expressed their thoughts on a few topics such as: Lil Baby's new album (4:09) R&B and Rap not being dead! (10:39) A recent scam story surrounding Rolling Loud (28:42) STREAM, REVIEW, AND FOLLOW US ON HERE, APPLE PODCAST, SPOTIFY, AND YOUTUBE. VISIT OUR NEW WEBSITE! foursideny.com FOLLOW US! @foursid...

First things first, let us say rest in peace, Pop Smoke! We will deeply miss your energy and contributions to our culture. On the latest episode of 4$IDE, Arden and Willz pay tribute to Pop Smoke (12:49) before discussing a few other topics such as: The big picture of Tik Tok's lack of crediting creators (26:33) Warner Music Group going public on the stock market (37:28) Yay or nay to a Benny The...

On this week's episode of 4$IDE the guys discussed a long list of topics once again which spark a good conversation! A few of topics included: A-Boogie jacked Dej Loaf's sound? (25:50) Quentin Miller's reflection on the five-year anniversary of "If You're Reading This, It's Too Late" (31:38). Jay Electronica's debut album is a collab with JAY-Z? (50:33) The music business finally embracing YouTube...

What's up, ladies and gentlemen! We had another jam-packed episode as a special guest joined us. Raheem Williams AKA "Borleone Films" is a rising videographer whose work has not only captured the recent rise of NYC's rap scene but the latest moves by HOT 97. Listen as Raheem and the crew discusses a few things such as: The start of his career/do's and don't of being a videographer (7:04) What we r...

Even in the face of tragedy, we must find the strength to move on and pay respect! On this latest episode of 4$IDE, the crew honored Kobe Bryant and those who passed away over a week ago (11:30), before discussing: Lil Wayne’s newest album (29:50) Tyler The Creator’s post-Grammys comments (40:22) A publishing battle between Mase/Kelis vs. Diddy/Pharrell(45:20) STREAM, REVIEW, AND FOLLOW US ON HERE...

As we continue our journey through the early 100's, more interesting topics were on the board this week! Arden and AK got together and discussed a handful of topics which most notably included: Looking back at the impact of Southern rap (18:10) Lil Wayne's "Funeral" album coming out next Friday (25:15) The Grammys' controversial week (42:35) How should one act at a concert? (53:30) STREAM, REVIEW,...

A new week means a new episode but with a slight twist... Arden wasn't here! *wide-eye emoji. With Arden away on vacation, Willz and AK got together to discuss the latest round of topics from music including: Reacting to new music by Dreamville, Mac Miller, and etc (6:30) Pop Smoke being arrested (19:00) Kodak Black feels unsafe in prison (26:45) STREAM, REVIEW, AND FOLLOW US ON HERE, APPLE PODCAS...

A new week means a new episode but this one was very different! The fellas did a joint-podcast with the lovely ladies from the "Unruly Rated" Podcast. As Taylor and Virginia jumped into our world and discussed topics such as Future/Drake's latest record (9:36) and Justin Bieber's questionable methods (25:30) of obtaining an #1 record, we returned the favor by jumping into theirs as the conversatio...

First things first, we must say Happy New Year to all of you! We hope you brought in 2020 in style and happiness. The crew recorded its first podcast of the year and what a good show it was! We had a full slate of topics and we discussed: French Montana going back and forth with 50 Cent (19:40) DJ Booth's rapper comparison article that went viral (30:00) DaBaby's latest string of arrests (48:00) R...

Even though we always look forward to every episode we do, #102 was greatly anticipated for a few weeks now! Besides having two of our good friends of the show, Regina and Imani, join us in the studio, it was what we were talking about that ultimately defined our excitement. On Ep #102, the crew and their special guests came together to discuss what transpired in Rap & R&B this year. There were A...

A new episode is on the horizon as we begin our journey through the 100's. While the crew couldn't come together and record this week, Arden managed to find a little time to make a quick episode before embarking on his very busy weekend. On Ep #101, he expresses his feelings about the tragic passing of Juice WRLD (6:15) before briefly touching on the Lizzo "controversy" (25:10) and Billboard count...

We came, we saw, and we finally conquered!! On Saturday, the 4$IDE crew recorded its 100th episode and what a time it was. Our special guest was no other than Sha Boogie, the exciting host of HOT 97's "Who's Got Next?" Leaderboard Live. With a full house in tow, we discussed quite a few topics including: Sha's earliest memories as a host/media personality (15:00) The importance of "Who's Got Next?...

Hello, good people! The 4$IDE crew has a special episode in store, as we were on Thanksgiving break these last few days. In case you missed it, our latest edition of The Punch In was released at the beginning of November and what an interview that was! Arden sat down with rising singer/songwriter Danielle Carr at Manhattanville College a multitude of topics, including her career thus far, being a...

A new week means more gems and more laughs! The 4$IDE crew got together to discuss a new and full list of topics, which included: Reacting to Ari Lennox's rant about award shows (16:00) Dissecting the 2020 Rap/R&B Grammy Nominations (32:00) New records by Trippie Redd, PartyNextDoor, O3 Greedo/Kenny Beats, and others! (47:00) Billboard's selection of top albums in the past decade (56:00) STREAM, R...

We have another great episode in store and we're sure, you're going to love it! On this latest edition of 4$IDE, we haD the very talented Everything Omega join us, as she's fresh off of releasing her project "Before The Sun Sets." There was a lot to discuss with Omega as the four of us touched on: Omega making "Before The Sun Sets" and earliest music memories (10:00-28:00) Fans, Summer Walker, and...

Man, it felt great having one of those longer episodes again! The crew had a full docket of topics to discuss given what happened in the last two-three weeks, and we didn't miss a beat. On Ep #97, the guys discussed: Reviewing the newest music from the likes of Kanye, Dave East, Drake, and etc (25:30) Artists being unhappy and possibly retiring (52:40) T.I.'s NASTY fatherly act (1:07:00) Omarion i...

After a couple of weeks off, the crew returned to the studio last Saturday! But not without a special guest *smiles. Fellow Westchester native/videographer Angelo Scarfone came through and discussed his humble beginnings and how his career has been popping off via his work with hip-hop media personality Charlamagne Tha God, other celebrities, and presidential candidate Kamala Harris. There are a l...

Yerrrrrrr. We're back with a new episode but this week it's very different. Because the guys couldn't get together and record due to a busy and conflicted schedule, we decided to present you with our first episodes of "The Punch In," a new interview series recently launched by us. The first two episodes are already out and we hope you enjoy these conversations we had with Steelyone and Casket D, t...

Your favorite, up and coming podcast is back with a new episode! On Saturday, the guys got together and had a new list of topics to discuss and they included: Discussing our time at Rolling Loud/other rap events this week (15:00) Fans being mad at The Game over his tributes to Nipsey Hussle (36:00) Nas doesn't want to celebrate "Illmatic" anymore (48:00) As always, sit back, relax, and enjoy the s...

As always, the boys are back with a new episode! And we have to say, this one may be our best in some time. On Saturday, the crew came together to discuss a few things such as: Reacting to Wale's new album (19:00) NYPD intervening with Rolling Loud Festival (30:00) Discussing our All-Decade, Rapper teams for the 2010's (39:00) As always, sit back, relax, and enjoy the show! STREAM, REVIEW, AND FOL...

While this episode was recorded much earlier than other ones last Saturday, we still brought that same energy and execution! On the latest edition of 4$IDE, the crew came together and discussed a variety of topics, including: R&B standing in a much better place than rap (12:12) Reacting to Travis Scott's newest single (25:25) Advising artists to do more with their performances (37:00) As always, s...