Beerz & Barz

In 2020 we talked about some of rap's greatest mixtapes, and this year, we are back!  Mixtape May 2022 with the homie DJ Sparks. Mixtape(s) of the week 2 Chainz - "T.R.U. REALigion" Wale "More About Nothing"  Beer(s) of the week Bruja's Brew - IPA  with Cactus Water: ABV 7% (Shiner - Tex Hex) Crazy Fingers - Mosaic Pale Ale: ABV 5.4% (Wild Onion Brewery) The Full Lemonty - Golden Ale: ABV 5% (Poll...

On this episode we discussed the newest album from Kendrick Lamar: "Mr. Moral & The Big Steppers".    Topics 2:23| Beer review  7:26| Album Review - Kendrick Lamar "Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers -  Beer(s) of the week Tavern Cut - Double India Pale Ale. ABV: 7.5% - Hop Butcher  $ellray $our - Gose - ABV: 4.5% - Pipeworks Brewing Co.    Follow us everywhere @beerzandbarz

On this episode we discussed Jack Harlow's newest album "Come Home the Kids Miss You". We also discussed Kendrick Lamar's newest song and video "The Heart Part 5".    Beer(s) of the Week Roll Your Own Way - Hop Butcher - Imperial Stout - 10.5% ABV Strawberry Straight Jacket - Revolution Brewery - Barrel-aged Barleywine ale aged with strawberries - 14.2% ABV Follow us everywhere @beerzandbarz 

On this episode we set down with the good folks of Turner Häus Brewery, a black owned brewery on the southside of Chicago. We talked with them about beer journey, brewery beginnings, and what's next for the brewery. We also covered some music topics! Beer(s) of the week Gazelle - Hazy IPA - 8% AVB - Turner Häus Brewery  Gym Shoe Weather - Belgian Pale Ale - 5.2% ABV - Funkytown Brewery Sunrise Ove...

On this episode we discussed Pusha T's much anticipated album: "It's Almost Dry". We brought the homie Oscar on to chop it up about the album.    Beer(s) of the week Gravedigger Billy - Scotch Ale - ABV: 14.2% (Revolution Brewing) Queen's Legacy - Caribbean-Style Stout - ABV: 7.6% (Turner Häus Brewery) Gazelle - Hazy IPA- ABV: 8% (Turner Häus Brewery)   Follow us everywhere @beerzandbarz

On this episode we talked with our good friend AJ "Incanasous" Johnson. AJ is a music producer. He was also on season 4 of "Ready to Love", the hit dating show on OWN Network. We talked to him about his music journey, 2022 Grammy winners, albums from Dreamville, Vince Staples, and Fivio Foreign.  Beer(s) of the week "Freedom Lemonade" Session Sour - 4.5% ABV - Revolution Brewing -  https://revbrew...

On this episode we reviewed new albums from Latto, Buddy, and Larry June/Jay Worthy. We also discussed Freddie Gibbs and his rap beefs, along with the differences between rap and movies from an entertainment standpoint (somehow we also talked about Carl Jung).  Beer(s) of the week Gummy Vortex - NEIPA - 7.5% ABV - Noon Whistle - https://www.noonwhistlebrewing.com/ Mega Hero 2 - Imerial Hazy IPA -...

On this episode we discussed the final (9) songs our new playlist: BEERZ & BARZ: Verses (Versus). The playlist features some of rap's best duo songs.    Beer(s) of the week Hip-Hops and R&Brew  - American Pale Ale - 5.5% ABV - Funkytown Brewery - https://www.facebook.com/funkytownbrewery.chicago/   Blackberry Finn - Barleywine Aged in Bourbon Barrels with Blackberries - 13.6% ABV - Revolution Brew...

On this episode we discussed our new playlist: BEERZ & BARZ: Verses (Versus). The playlist features some of rap's best duo songs.    Beer(s) of the week Clare's Thirsty Ale - Bourbon Barrel Aged Imperial Stout with Raspberries - 12.5% ABV - Haymarket Brewery - https://www.haymarketbeer.com/ Small Wave City Club - Hazy IPA - 6.5% ABV - Solemn Oath Brewery - https://www.solemnoathbrewery.com/product...

On this episode we discussed new albums from 2 of rap's biggest stars: Benny the Butcher "Tana Talk 4" and Lil Durk "7220".    BEER(S) OF THE WEEK Paladin - Old Irving Brewery - Triple IPA - 10.5% ABV  https://www.oldirvingbrewing.com/   Horchata Ale - Pipeworks Brewing Company - Herb and Spice Beer - 7% ABV https://pdubs.net/home-1     EPISODE NOTES Beer talk - 2:20 Lil Durk "7220" - 8:18 Benny t...

On this episode we discussed the latest album from Conway the Machine "God Don't Make Mistakes", along with the Netflix Documentary "Jeen-yuhs: A Kanye Trilogy".  Beer(s) of the week Munich Dunkel - Lager - ABV: 5.5% (Black Horizon Brewing Company) Strawberry Summer - Strawberry Lemon Kolsch - ABV: 5.2% (Hailstorm Brewing) Episode Notes  2:38 - Beer Talk  7:23 - Conway the Machine “God don’t make...

On this episode we talked with Hip Hop Artist Jae Haze about his latest release, "Maverick". You can listen to the album wherever you stream music.  This Week's Beer: - Tome - Hazy Pale Ale - ABV: 5.5% (Half Acre Beer Company) - The Defender - American Style Stout - ABV: 7% (Haymarket Beer Co.) - All Sides Green - Double IPA - ABV: 8.5% (Hop Butcher For The World) - Chicago Tavern Beer - Lager - A...

If you checked out Episode 235 of Beerz & Barz, you met Matt and Krystal of Flickers Podcast. Flickers explores the work and lives of musicians who incorporate spirituality in their music. Today we give you their first episode of season 2. See show notes below, and don't forget to subscribe to their Podcast!    How We Met Lauryn Hill Lauryn Hill with only one studio album had a significant impact...

On this episode, we talked with Krystal and Matt of Flickers. Flickers is a podcast exploring the work and lives of musicians who incorporate spirituality in their music. Season 2 just kicked off, in which the topic of discussion is none other than Lauryn Hill!   This Week's Beer: - La Xingona - Double IPA with Guava - ABV: 9% (King Cong Brewing) - Blood Orange Blonde Ale - ABV: 5% (Haymarket Beer...

We are back with "The Classics": 2009.    Albums: Kid Cudi "Man on the Mood: The End of Day" Gucci Mane "The State Vs. Radric Davis" Yasiin Bey "The Ecstatic"    Beer(s) of the Week "Gravedigger Billy" - Scotch Ale Aged in Bourbon Barrels - Revolution Brewing - 14.2% ABV "Sour Monkey" - Sour Tripel - Victory Brewing Company - 9.5% ABV   Follow us everywhere @beerzandbarz     

On this episode we talk about Cordae's new album "From a Birds Eye View". We also brought back our "why you sleep segment", focusing on Hip Hop artist Malz Monday   Beer(s) of the week   Woollysicle - Milkshake IPA - 6.3% ABV - Ike & Oak Brewing Co.  Grizzly Hackle - Double IPA  - 8.8% ABV - Ike & Oak Brewing Co.  Aleister - IPA - 6,5% ABV - Haymarket Beer Co.    Follow us everywhere @beerzandbarz...

On this episode we talked with the homie DJ Sparks about his work as a graphic designer, brand manager, and much more. We also discussed new albums from The Weekend and Gunna.    Beer of the week   "Freedom Lemonade" - Session Sour - 4.5% ABV - Revolution Brewing   Follow DJ Sparks @designlabxsparks Follow us everywhere @beerzandbarz 

Happy New Year!   The episode you have been waiting for! Top 5 rap albums of 2021, with special guest Big L of the Intelligent Idiots Podcast.    Beer (and spirit) of the week   Lumpy's Lager (Vienna) - Ike & Oak Brewing Co. - 5% ABV Dark Mode Imperial Milk Stout - Revolution Brewing - 13.8% ABV Clase Azul Reposado - Tequila - 40% ABV   Follow Big L and The Intelligent Idiots @intelligentidiots127...

Merry Christmas!   On this episode we talked with @Afrobeerchick and @blackbeertravelers about our favorite (3) beers of 2021. We also discussed Jay-Z's recent comments on "No one" being able to stand on a Verzuz stage with him.    Beer(s) of the week    - We drank a lot of beer. Just check out the show   Follow us everywhere @beerzandbarz     

On this episode we discussed the most recent albums from two of the game's bosses: Rick Ross (Richer than I Ever Been) and Russ (Chomp 2).    Beer(s) of the week   Straight Jacket - Bourbon Barrel-Aged Barleywine - 15% ABV - https://revbrew.com/beer/deep-wood-series/straight-jacket   Maple Jacket - Barleywine ale aged in Bourbon Barrels with Maple Syrup - 14.4% - https://revbrew.com/beer/deep-wood...

On this episode we discussed a few Grammy topics: Best Rap album and Best Rap Performance. We also discussed potential Verzuz matchups, along with the most recent match between Bone and Three 6 Mafia. Ending out the show was a conversation around people's Top 5 rappers, and we discussed the unfortunate loss of Virgil Abloh.    Beer(s) of the week   - Straight Jacket - Barleywine Ale - ABV: 15% (Re...

This week we discussed the long awaited album from Silk Sonic. We also discussed the highly anticipated movie "The Harder They Fall". Lastly, we weighed in on the unfortunate murder of Young Dolph, who passed away on the same day we recorded this episode.   Beer(s) of the week    - Mega-Hero 2 - Imperial Hazy IPA - ABV: 9% (Revolution Brewing) - Deth By Raspberries - Imperial Stout - ABV: 11% (Rev...

On this episode we talked with Zach, Rich, and Greg from Funky Town Brewery. The homies talked about their start into craft beer, the journey of starting a brewery, what's ahead, and much more!   Beer(s) of the week - Everyman's Right - Blonde Barleywine Style Ale - ABV: 9.5% (Crosstown Brewing Company) - Hip Hops and R&Brew - American Pale Ale - ABV: 5.5% (Funkytown Brewery) - West Town Brown - A...

On this episode we are back in our review bag!    Albums - Wale's "Folarin II" - Maxo Kream's "WEIGHT OF THE WORLD" - Big Sean & Hit-boy's "What You Expect" - EP - Mick Jenkins' "Elephant In The Room"   Beer(s)   - Lager Town - Marzen Lager - ABV: 5.8% (Half Acre Beer Company) - Howling Gourds - Pumpkin Ale - ABV: 7% (Josephsbrau Brewing Company)   Follow us everywhere @beerzandbarz

On this episode we chopped it up with Dan from Laylow Brewery. Dan gave us a rundown on everything happening at the brewery since the last time we spoke. We also discussed what we have been listening to and much more!   Beer(s) of the week   - Deth's Tar - Oatmeal Stout - ABV: 14.8% (Revolution Brewing)  - Oktoberfest - Festbier Style Lager - ABV: 5.9% (Pipeworks Brewing Company) - Zenith - Belgia...