Bring The Noise Podcast

When talking about some of the best female rap albums, we at Bring The Noise Podcast believe Bahamadia's 1996 album Kollage belongs in that category. With production from DJ Premier, Guru and Da Beatminerz, Bahamadias smooth yet complex lyrics put this album in that classic category that does not get discussed enough. https://www.tiktok.com/@brandonhetzel996?_t=ZT-8uY9R6uk4pq&_r=1 https://www....

One of hip-hops' most creative and entertaining groups, The Pharcyde, released their classic debut album Bizarre Ride 2 The Pharcyde in 1992. It was an outstanding success, thanks in large part to their smash single Passin' Me By. Rappers Fatlip, Slimkid3, Booty Brown, Imani and producer J-Swift crafted a witty and comical album paired with great beats and rhymes that still rank in the top tier li...

De La Soul already established themselves as one of the top hip-hop groups after their 2 previous albums 3 Feet High & Rising and De La Soul is dead. But in 1993, their 3rd album Buhloone Mindstate showed an increased sense of maturity along with their disdain at their own record label and the state of hip-hop. This album is often overlooked due to its more serious undertones, but at its core...

In 1991, N.W.A. would release their 2nd and final album titled Efil4zaggin with a darker, grittier, yet polished sound. Following Ice Cubes departure, there is a clear void without him on this album but MC Ren and Dr. Dre step up in their own right lyrically, while Dre's production takes leaps and bounds forword sounding better than ever in ‘91. Eazy-E adds the much needed humor on this albu...

Episode 124 we rank the legendary Big Daddy Kane's 7 studio albums from 7 to 1. https://www.facebook.com/share/15UJnsJNq2/?mibextid=wwXIfr https://www.tiktok.com/@brandonhetzel996?_t=ZT-8tySaxEIPK2&_r=1 https://www.instagram.com/str8_the_clippa?igsh=cTBzNnFhenRkN3Nl&utm_source=qr

In 1988, arguably the most important hip-hop album was released from arguably the greatest hip-hop group Public Enemy, releasing their 2nd LP titled It Takes A Nation Of Millions To Hold Us Back. Considered a modern take on Marvin Gaye's Whats Going On at that time for its socially concious topics, P.E. channeled their rage into the furious mix of noise, kicking out a message in the hardest possib...

A Pioneer in midwest hip-hop, MC Breed and The DFC released their debut self titled album in 1991. With the song Aint No Future In Yo Frontin putting Breed and hometown Flint, Michigan on the map, it led to a rather successful career for him but it all started with this solid debut. https://www.tiktok.com/@brandonhetzel996?_t=ZT-8tOQNPSJHCs&_r=1 https://www.instagram.com/str8_the_clippa?igsh=c...

Pioneers in southern hip-hop, rappers Pimp C and Bun B burst onto the scene under the name U.G.K., releasing their debut album Too Hard To Swallow in 1992. The laid back pimp style would end up being a staple, not only for U.G.K., but for southern hip-hop in general and cement their spot as one of the most influential groups. https://www.tiktok.com/@brandonhetzel996?_t=ZT-8tCuYhoSe0g&_r=1 http...

Ultramgnetic MC's burst on to the scene in 1988 with their classic debut Critical Beatdown. However, after mixed reviews on their 1992 LP titled Funk Your Head Up, and problems with their label, Ultra signed with Wild Pitch and released the album The Four Horsemen in 1993. The label gave Ultra full control to be as crazy and eccentric as they wanted to be and they took full advantage of it. Member...

After leaving N.W.A., Ice Cube went solo creating his new group Da Lench Mob with members J-Dee T-Bone and Shorty, all 3 appearing on Cubes first 2 solo albums. In 1992, Tha Mob released their own full length debut album titled Guerillas In Tha Mist, a play on the 1988 film by the same name. Ice Cube serves as executive producer in addition to contributing lyrics, as this album follows the formula...

In 1994, some of the most classic hip-hop albums were released, and tucked in with all of them was todays topic - the debut LP from rapper O.C. titled Word...Life. This Brooklyn artist shined on this album attacking phoney rappers. While Organized Konfusion, Lord Finesse and DJ Ogee all chipped in beats, production was primarily handled by Buck Wild making this album an underrated classic. https:/...

One of the biggest “what ifs” in hip-hop is undoubtedly the N.W.A. affiliate The D.O.C. After the release of his debut album No One Can Do It Better, he was in a car crash severely damaging his throat and vocal cords. Though we only got one true album from The D.O.C., it is a 1989 classic. However, with Dr. Dre's production highly elevated after Straight Out Of Compton, and D.O.C. show...

In 1993, former Juice Crew member Masta Ace left Cold Chillin records and signed with Delicious Vinyl. Mad at gangsta rap, the way his career was going, and the direction hip-hop was headed at the time, Ace put his new crew together called Masta Ace Incorporated, releasing the SlaughtaHouse as the groups debut album. The album is primarily a Masta Ace album, but members Lord Digga, Paula Perry, Ey...

Episode 115 is a review of the compilation album from hip-hop rapper and producer Erick Sermon, titled Insomnia released in 1996. The Funk Lord himself takes a back seat when it comes to rapping and instead produces all but one song on the album, having only one song himself and letting his crew take the shine lyrically. With strong acts such as Redman and Keith Murray to name a few, this shapes u...

Continuing our Christmas tradition here at Bring The Noise Podcast we bring you 5 more Christmas theamed hip-hop songs to add to your holiday playlist enjoy! https://www.facebook.com/share/15eo9grgp4/?mibextid=LQQJ4d https://www.tiktok.com/@brandonhetzel996?_t=8s2OgSpmlFT&_r=1 https://www.instagram.com/str8_the_clippa/profilecard/?igsh=cTBzNnFhenRkN3Nl

With 3 classic albums already released with partner DJ Polo, Kool G Rap released his solo debut and somewhat of a comeback LP titled 4,5,6 in 1995. G Rap mostly sticks to what he's known for: his incredible rhyming skills, mafioso rap stories, and putting it all over 90s boom bap beats. Bringing all of these elements together make for an underground classic. https://www.tiktok.com/@brandonhetzel99...

This weeks' episode is a review of group 3rd Bass and their 2nd LP Derelicts Of Dialect, released in 1991. Rappers Pete Nice and MC Serch elevate their lyrics while DJ Daddy Rich's cuts and scratches are second to none, creating a lengthy album that does not disappoint. Being the last album we ever got from this group, it is an excellent showcase of 90s hip hop and considered a classic. https://ww...

This weeks episode is dedicated to the Top 10 Hip-Hop Songs From 1995 enjoy. https://www.tiktok.com/@brandonhetzel996?_t=8rSFltxUvXi&_r=1 https://www.instagram.com/str8_the_clippa/profilecard/?igsh=cTBzNnFhenRkN3Nl https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100086006336425&mibextid=LQQJ4d

We are kicking November off with a classic from Eric. B and Rakim, their third album titled Let The Rhythm Hit 'Em, released in 1990. After releasing two classic albums, the duo continued to build upon that, releasing arguably their most focused album with Rakim reaching new heights in his lyricism that still blows minds to this day. https://www.tiktok.com/@brandonhetzel996?_t=8r5sKjCI2ZS&_r=1...

To end the month of October, we had to save the best for last. Arguably the best album in in the horrorcore genre, we give you 6 Feet Deep from group Da Gravediggaz released in ‘94. Considered a super group consisting of producer Prince Paul (The Undertaker), rappers Fruitkwan (The Gatekeeper), Poetic (The Grim Reaper), and the RZA (The RZArector), all assuming graveyard style names. It is t...

This week we review the reknowned classic Dr. Octagonecologyst from Dr. Octagon, aka Kool Keith. Released in ‘96, this was a debut solo album for Keith after splitting from the Ultramagnetic MCs, where he assumes the character Dr. Octagon who is a homicidal, extraterrestrial, time-traveling gynecologist-surgeon. This is a must listen for anyone who loves horrorcore as the beats from Dan the...

As we continue diving into some of the best of bone-chilling horrorcore hip-hop, this week we review the debut album from Memphis group Three 6 Mafia, titled Mystic Stylez. The haunting production and violent lyrics make this a great album for a spooky Halloween season. https://www.instagram.com/str8_the_clippa/profilecard/?igsh=cTBzNnFhenRkN3Nl https://www.tiktok.com/@brandonhetzel996?_t=8qY8Eyd1...

As we enter October, we thought it'd be a great idea to dedicate the month to the horrorcore genre of hip-hop all month. We're kicking it off with the sinister, down right depraved album Season Of Da Siccness from Brotha Lynch Hung, released in 1995. Over the years this album has developed a cult following for its gruesome tales, like a slasher movie on wax. https://www.instagram.com/str8_the_clip...

1992 was full of many great hip-hop albums from East to West and everything in between, but the Mount Rushmore of LPs from that year is definitely Mecca And The Soul Brother from Pete Rock and CL Smooth. Pete Rock's production is almost 2nd to none with the witty, laid-back flow from CL, fitting every beat Pete makes like a glove. This album showcases how in tune the pair truly are through every t...

In 2001, Nas made a major comeback after his previous two albums were not received well by fans. After being dissed by Jay-Z, there was talk that his career was on the outs. However, after dropping the album Stillmatic which included the scathing diss track Ether, he rejuvenated his career and reclaimed his crown as the king of hip-hop. https://www.instagram.com/str8_the_clippa?igsh=cTBzNnFhenRkN3...