Breaking Atoms: The Hip Hop Podcast

Back for the first time... together are two friends of the pod... Apollo Brown and Bronze Nazareth! Fresh off the release of their amazing Funeral For A Dream album, the two producers pull up to discuss making music as a duo, their 40-year friendship, memories of Kevlaar 7 (RIP), and who they would like to produce albums for in the future. Respect to Andy Kettle from Steaming Kettle PR for pattern...

Note: this episode was recorded in May 2025. We're back like we left something ©️ Freeway! It's not that serious, but still. For our semi-grand return, we link up with Author and Journalist, Ben Pedroche, to talk about one of our favourite subjects: Indie Hip Hop. Ben's new book, Independent as Fuck: Underground Hip-Hop from 1995-2005 , was released by Velocity Press in May 2025. The book looks ba...

In this special audio drama episode, Sumit Sharma and Chris Mitchell set off to the fictional world of Latveria to uncover the layers of MF DOOM’s iconic album “MM..FOOD”. From late-night food spots to record store conversations, their journey blends memory, mystery, and music in true DOOM fashion. Along the way, they’re joined by… and bump into… an all-star lineup of DOOM’s close friends and fans...

Kane Mayfield is a Hip Hop artist from the DC area who sells his music via Blockchain and has made multiple moves selling and making money in cryptocurrency. Chris had questions for him, and what happened was not planned. You're about to listen to a music conversation of epic proportions. This exchange is not for casual, surface listener fans. Then again, anyone who listens to this podcast likes m...

As expected, we're here to break down everything that's happened in Hip-Hop and Rap this week, including: The death of Irv Gotti 50 Cent and Big Meech falling out Kendrick sweeping the Grammys TDE sexual assault lawsuit Potential beef between DJ Khaled and Drake We also discuss Lewis Parker's latest music and some 'new old music'. The good folks at Boom Bap Relikz have reissued his debut album, Ma...

We're back with some of the latest chat. A$AP Rocky's assault trial Akademiks and the grooming allegations Central Cee and the early response to his 'Can't Rush Greatness' album. We also discuss the latest music and some 'new old music' by The Almighty Arrogant! Shout out to 90s Tapes! Connect with Breaking Atoms Instagram Facebook Twitter Follow Sumit Instagram Twitter Follow Chris Instagram Twit...

For this week's rap-up, we discuss: Jim Jones' thoughts on Drake suing UMG Keefe D’s 2Pac murder charge upheld Madlib teasing new charity project Roc Nation allowing fans to purchase shares of music New music We also talk about the greatness of Reasonable Doubt by Jay-Z... again. Connect with Breaking Atoms Instagram Facebook Twitter Follow Sumit Instagram Twitter Follow Chris Instagram Twitter Ho...

For this week's rap-up, we discuss: Madlib losing his home, music equipment and unreleased music in LA fires Cam'rom and Jim Jones fall out... again! More news on Drake's lawsuit against UMG A  Donorbox  fundraising campaign has been set up to support Madlib and his family.  Click here to donate. Look out for more music updates next week! Connect with Breaking Atoms Instagram Facebo...

For our first full episode of 2025, we're taking a detour. In June 2021, we released our first narrative series detailing Jay-Z's creation of 'Reasonable Doubt'. We did over 50+ interviews, and the last one we did for the series was with DJ Clark Kent. After his tragic passing in 2024, we've decided to share the FULL UNEDITED interview with you, which was a candid chat with one of Hip-Hop's most s...

For the first rap-up of the year of our Lord 2025, we chop it up about: Elliott Wilson's thoughts on 'new media journalism' and Cam'ron trying to be Stephen A. Smith Apollo Brown leaving Mello Music Group after 15 years Joey Bada$$' new single and subliminal shots at the West Coast We also share our thoughts on Redman's new album, 'Muddy Waters Too,' and Reuben Vincent's new EP, which dropped on N...

Before the festive settings get activated, we discuss... The latest updates around the sexual assault allegations against Jay-Z Fat Joe's comments about Foundational Black Americans (FBA) Early thoughts on the new 'Missionary' album by Snoop Dogg and Dr. Dre We'll be back shortly with more news and a special announcement about our next 'Elements' special. Connect with Breaking Atoms Instagram Face...

Chris is on a solo mission this week and links up with Chicago's own Philmore Greene! The conversation is rich, and you'd think Chris and Philmore have known each other for years. Philmore deep dives into the making of his new album, The Grand Design , working with Bruiser Wolf, his bond with Rashid Hadee and working with Apollo Brown and why King Von is a great storyteller. The convo gets really...

This week, it gets real, and we discuss... The sexual assault allegations against Jay-Z Accusations against lawyer Tony Buzbee of running an extortion plot Links to Diddy and what could happen next We also touch on this week's new music. Connect with Breaking Atoms Instagram Facebook Twitter Follow Sumit Instagram Twitter Follow Chris Instagram Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mo...

We're back with a weekly rap-up, so here goes... Quick review of 'GNX' by Kendrick Lamar Drake's new petition/lawsuit against Universal Music J. Cole releasing blog-era mixtapes to DSPs Connect with Breaking Atoms Instagram Facebook Twitter Follow Sumit Instagram Twitter Follow Chris Instagram Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We linked up with a man of exquisite music taste, Alex Fruchter from Closed Sessions, to celebrate the label's 15-year anniversary and reminisce over the blog era and Chicago's importance and influence in the Hip-Hop ecosystem. Alex also gets real about the realities of running a label and the social media climate when promoting new artists. Connect with Breaking Atoms Instagram Facebook Twitter F...

Fresh off the release of her latest album, 'Death Of Deuce', we link up with Buffalo's very own 7xvethegenius! 7xve (pronounced 'Love') shares some details about her Hip Hop origin story, her unique way of finding flows and pockets, finally getting to work with Daringer, following her own mind and more! Connect with Breaking Atoms Instagram Facebook Twitter Follow Sumit Instagram Twitter Follow Ch...

In this week's rap-up, Sumit and Chris discuss: Ka's passing and remembering his greatness DJ Clark Kent rumours Hip-Hop journalism Big Meech's release from prison Connect with Breaking Atoms Instagram Facebook Twitter Follow Sumit Instagram Twitter Follow Chris Instagram Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's rap-up, Sumit and Chris discuss: Piers Morgan's apology to The Carters following Jaguar Wright's accusations J. Cole's new song 'Port Antonio' and his feature run Scarface's health, given his recent social media posts Method Man and Fat Joe on depression and mental health Connect with Breaking Atoms Instagram Facebook Twitter Follow Sumit Instagram Twitter Follow Chris Instagram Twi...

In this week's rap-up, Sumit and Chris discuss: The Company Man (Justin Hunte) and What's The Dirt engage in a heated debate Young Dolph's killer found guilty and sentenced to life in prison Unreleased Kanye West and Kendrick Lamar album in the vaults, according to Consequence Connect with Breaking Atoms Instagram Facebook Twitter Follow Sumit Instagram Twitter Follow Chris Instagram Twitter Hoste...

In this week's rap-up, Sumit and Chris discuss: Puffy's arrested and bail denial 50 Cent teasing a new show with Idris Elba Dame Dash claims that Drake has made an offer to buy Roc-A-Fella shares Connect with Breaking Atoms Instagram Facebook Twitter Follow Sumit Instagram Twitter Follow Chris Instagram Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's rap-up, Sumit and Chris discuss: Superbowl advert and fallout with responses from Nicki Minaj, Birdman, Master P, Cam'ron and Mase Kendrick Lamar's new song News on D'Angelo getting ready to drop new music A short reflection on the recent deaths including Fatman Scoop, Frankie Beverly and Rich Homie Quan The hosts also provide a quick rundown of new music, including drops from Doech...

In the first episode of our new series, Elements , we celebrate the 30th anniversary of Ready To Die by The Notorious B.I.G.! You'll hear from those who were part of the album's creation—producers, engineers, and collaborators who helped craft its unique sound. We'll also bring you trusted voices from the community and people who lived the same experiences Biggie rapped about, offering a firsthand...

In this week's rap-up, Sumit and Chris discuss: New Clipse album Irv Gotti having a stroke and diabetes complications The everlasting saga of Dame Dash Vs Jay-Z and the Reasonable Doubt masters Cardi B calling Atlantic Records a "correctional facility" The hosts also provide a quick rundown of new music, including drops from Curren$y, DJ Fresh, Big Sean, Robert Glasper, Juicy J and more. Connect w...

You know the name, or at least you should. Check the credits. Godfather Don has worked with most of your favourites, including Kool Keith, Cormega and Screwball. His solo catalogue is exemplary, and his work on Hydra Entertainment is damn near mythical at this point. Veteran New York Emcee and Producer Godfather Don pulls up to the pod for a rare and exclusive interview. Don doesn't talk much, so...

We're back with another exclusive interview, and this week's guest is a story of perseverance in Hip Hop culture. Spanish Ran is a producer from New York who came into the game on the humble, studied the greats and now calls those same greats, 'peers' and, in some cases, 'friends'. Ran shares his Hip Hop origin story, details his relationship with Lenny S, working as an A & R and bringing Raps...