Beerz & Barz

In this episode we talk to J. Gryff about his most recent project "Moment of Clarity". J. Gryff is an MC and business owner from Maywood, IL.    Beer(s) of the week   - I Hope You Like Jammin - Fruited Sour - ABV: 6.6% (Junkyard Brewing Company) https://www.junkyardbeer.com/ - Bird of Epic Proportions - Imperial IPA - ABV: 8% (Hop Butcher For The World) http://www.hopbutcher.com/   Check out all o...

In this episode we discussed two new albums: Baby Keem "The Melodic Blue", and Little Simz "Sometimes I might be Introvert".    Beer(s) of the week   - Brickstone APA - American Pale Ale - ABV: 6.25% (Brickstone Restaurant & Brewery) https://www.brickstonebrewery.com/   - Cold Crispy Lime - Rice Lager With Lime - ABV: 4.9% (Pipeworks Brewing Co.) https://pdubs.net/home-1     Follow us everywhere @...

In this episode we talked with Jaelyn, singer/song writer from the Coachella Valley. We discussed her musical journey, most recent album "Hours", and her newest single "Be Without You" featuring Ray Vaughn. We also chopped it up about Cleo Sol's newest album "Mother".    Beer(s) of the week   - Vallejo - IPA - ABV: 6.7% (Half Acre Beer Co.) https://www.halfacrebeer.com/ - Face Peeler - Triple IPA...

This episode features the homies Uchay and QDeezy from The Ill-Advised Wise Guys podcast. We chopped it up about the much awaited "Certified Lover Boy" from Drake, and Westside Gunn's "Hitler Wears Hermes 8: Sincerely Adolf".    Beer(s) of the week Triple Beezer - Double Dry Hopped IPA - ABV: 10% (Old Irving Brewing Co.) Toasted Lager - ABV: 6% (Lost Barrel Brewing) - Bubble Tub - Kettle-Soured Sa...

In this episode we discussed Kanye's newest album "Donda". Our guest for this episode were Afro Beer Chick, and the homie Juice from Good in The Hood Podcast.    Beer(s) of the week   This Week's Beer: Reign Or Shine - Stout - ABV: 6.2% (Cloudwater Brew Co./2nd Shift Brewing) Mosa - Sour Ale - ABV: 5.8% (Southern Grist Brewing Co.) Vanilla Ice Cream Cherry Pie Slushy - Berliner-Weisse - ABV: 6.2%...

This week we discussed some albums from artists representing the Griselda collective: Benny the Butcher "Pyrex Picasso" and Boldy James & The Alchemist "Bo Jackson".    Beer(s) of the Week    - Supermassive Café Deth - Imperial Stout - ABV: 14.3% (Revolution Brewing) https://revbrew.com/about/our-story   - Peanut Butter Milk Stout - ABV: 6.2% (Left Hand Brewing Co.) https://www.lefthandbrewing.com...

On this episode we kicked it with our good friend DJ Sparks. We talked about the 13th studio album from Nas "King's Disease 2". We also discussed Tyler the Creator's recent interview on Hot 97.    Beer(s) of the week Bubble Dragon - Hazy IPA - ABV: 7.1% (Dry City Brew Works) https://www.drycitybrewworks.com/   Parker County Peach - Fruit & Field Beer - ABV: 5.2% (Martin House Brewing Company) http...

On this episode we talk with Mickey, founder/president of Black and Brew Chicago, Inc. Black and Brew Chicago, Inc. is a charitable nonprofit organization serving under-represented demographics in the craft beer industry through community outreach, education and employment opportunities.    Beer(s) of the week - La Renaissance Du Monde - Harlem Style Tripel - ABV: 8.5% (Harlem Hops, Four City Brew...

On this episode Kamal and OT review the newest projects from Vince Staples, IDK, and Snoh Alegra.    Beer(s) of the week   - Amplifier IPA - ABV: 6.7% (Two Brothers Brewing Company) - Sellray Sour - Celery Gose - ABV: 4.5% (Pipeworks Brewing Company)   Follow us everywhere @beerzandbarz

In this episode we talk with independent brewer Jay Westbrook! We dove into Jay's beer journey, past beers brewed, and upcoming projects. We also discussed G Herbo's newest project "25".    This Week's Beer! Epicurean - Peanut Butter and Blackberry Jelly Ale - ABV: 8.5% (Urban Artifact) Sabro Transit Authority - IPA - ABV: 7% (Maplewood Brewery & Distillery) Black Beer Baron - Black IPA - ABV: 6%...

In this episode we kick it with the homie Dannie "DJ Sparks". We chopped it up about Tyler the Creator's newest album "CALL ME IF YOU GET LOST". We also asked the question " who is raps' double entendre king"?    This Week's Beer Boombox - Double IPA - ABV: 8.1% (Real Ale Brewing Company)  Vernalis - Double Dry Hopped APA - ABV: 5.4% (Goose Island Beer Co.) La Fin Du Monde - Belgian Style Triple A...

This Week's Beer: DDH Galaxy-Hero IPA - ABV: 8% (Revolution Brewing) Mosaic-Hero IPA - ABV: 7.5% (Revolution Brewing) Doublebird Coconut Donut Stout - ABV: 8% (Crosstown Brewing Co.)   This Week's Topics: Polo G's "Hall of Fame" Migos' "Culture III"   BEERZ & BARZ merch and more at www. LuellaCole.com Follow us everywhere @beerzandbarz

This Week's Beer: Cuvée De Grâce (2021) - Barrel-aged Ale - ABV: 15% (Revolution Brewing) Anti-Hero IPA - ABV: 6.7% (Revolution Brewing) Tropical Bear Hug - Double Dry Hopped IPA - ABV: 9.9% (Goose Island Beer Co.) Spicy Spittin' Seeds - Gose Ale - ABV: 4.5% (Pipeworks Brewing Company)   This Week's Topic: DMX's "Exodus"  Lil Durk & Lil Baby's "The Voice of the Heroes" - Mid-year favorites and mor...

This episode features the homie Ren, a.k.a. Black Beerded Nerd. We chopped it up with Ren regarding his platform, where he gives his take on various brews within the craft beer world. We also talked about Drake and rap's Mount Rushmore (2010's).    Beer(s) of the week Hazy-O! - Hazy IPA - Dogfish Head Brewery - 7.1% ABV Apollo Here - Hazy IPA - Revolution Brewing - 7.4% ABV Bourbon County Stout 20...

This episode is a conversation with Uchay, 1/2 of the The Ill-advised Wise Guys. We discussed how Uchay and Qdeezy started their Podcast, thoughts on Polo G, and we reviewed Mach-Hommy's new album "Pray for Haiti".  Beer(s) of the week Super Megabite - Imperial IPA - ABV: 10.5% (Hop Butcher For The World) Firefly Nights - Summertime Ale - ABV: 5.2% (Three Notch'd Brewing Company) Smoked Helles - L...

This episode features Brittney Carter, talented MC from Chicago, IL. We chopped it up regarding her beginnings in music, the journey since then, and her most recent project "As I Am".  You can listen to her project on all streaming platforms.    Beer(s) of the week   Clare's Thirsty Ale - Bourbon Barrel aged Imperial stout/w Raspberries - 12% ABV - Haymarket Beer Co.  Out liar - Double Dry Hopped...

This week its just the guys! Here we discussed J Cole's new project "The Off-Season", Kodak Black's "Haitian Boy Kodak", and the Amazon series "Them".  Beer(s) of the week You Can't Handle The Juice - New England Style Double IPA - ABV: 8.5% (Heretic Brewing Company) Apex Predator - Farmhouse Ale - ABV: 6.5% (Off Color Brewing) Spotted Puffer - Imperial IPA - ABV: 9.5% (Pipeworks Brewing Company)...

In this episode, we talked with D. Neal; host of BeerTalkNow. D. Neal has conversations with a wide variety of folks in the beer world, ranging from brew masters to everyday individuals who have a love for beer. We also discussed the most recent project from DJ Khaled "Khaled Khaled".  Beer(s) of the week Cuvée de Grâce - Barrel-Aged Ale - ABV: 15% (Revolution Brewing) Puch A Dinosaur - Dry Hopped...

On this episode we talked with the talented Jae Haze. He recently dropped a collaborative project with Chicago MC Gzus Piece, entitled "Gzus Haze". You can check this project and other work from Jae Haze on all streaming platforms.  Beer(s) of the week Parti-Colour - Italian Pilsner - ABV: 5.6% (Wiseacre Brewing Company) Lizard King vs The Cryo - Cryo Mosaic Hopped Pale Ale - ABV: 6% (Pipeworks Br...

On this episode we talked with Philmore Greene regarding his recent project "Knowledge and Power". We also discussed Conway the Machine's most recent project "La Maquina".  Beer(s) of the week Boublebird - Imperial Coconut Donut Stout - ABV: 8% (Crosstown Brewing Company) Anti-Hero - IPA - ABV: 6.7% (Revolution Brewing)  Honey Jacket - Barleywine Ale aged in Bourbon Barrels with real honey - ABV:...

In this episode we talked to the talented Weasel Sims, MC out of Chicago, IL. He just recently released an EP entitled "Aim High". We dove into the creation of the project, Weasel's creative process, musical journey, and much more. We also discussed some of our favorite Chicago rap albums.  Beer(s) of the week Double Dry Hopped Mega-Hero - IPA - ABV: 9% (Revolution Brewing) Stella Artois - Lager -...

This week we took a virtual trip up north, talking with Dan and Colin from Laylow Brewery. Laylow Brewery is located in Toronto, Canada. They bring a unique vision to the world of beer, focusing on Hip Hop, art, fashion, community, and much more.  Beer(s) of the week Baphomet Bock - ABV: 6.66% (Revolution Brewing) Black Hand - Stout - ABV: 7% (Blood Brothers Brewing) Clare's Thirsty Ale - Imperial...

This week we talked with our friend Danny from Hip__Hops. Dan collects vinyls and pairs them with beer (visually) on IG. Recently, he took this idea from IG and expanded it to YouTube, going more in depth regarding these music and beer pairings. We also discussed the classics from 2008! Beer(s) of the week - Humanity Rock On - Double Dry Hopped Hazy Triple IPA - ABV: 10% (New World Ales) - A Deepe...

This week we talked with Beerz & Barz alumni Jerayll and L Boogie, regarding the most recent Verzuz featuring Ghostface Killah and Raekwon. We also discussed the most recent Benny the Butcher project: "The Plugs I met 2".    Beer(s) this week - Spotted Cow - Farmhouse Ale - ABV: 4.8% (New Glarus Brewing Company) - Bourbon County Brand Stout - ABV: 14.6% (Goose Island Beer Co.) - Bourbon Barrel Sto...

This episode we talked with Mike Gemma, Direct of Operations at Haymarket Beer Company. We discussed Mike's role at the brewery, what's been going on at Haymarket, and much more!   Beer(s) of the week - Chicago Tavern Beer - Lager - ABV: 5.5% (Haymarket Beer Company) - Blood Orange - Blonde Ale - ABV: 5% (Haymarket Beer Company)   Tap in with Haymarket @haymarketbeer Follow us everywhere at @beerz...