Dead End Hip Hop

Vince Staples is back with Crybaby, and the DEHH crew is here to break it all down. From the production and storytelling to the themes and standout moments, we give our thoughts on Vince's latest project and discuss where it ranks among his recent releases. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jay Z had plenty to say during his recent freestyle at The Roots Picnic, and the hip hop world has been dissecting every line since. In this segment, the crew breaks down Jay’s responses to years of criticism and callouts involving artists like Drake, Nicki Minaj, and others while discussing what the freestyle means for his legacy and today’s rap landscape. See omnystudio.com/listener...

The last segment from episode 14 of the podcast is finally here as the crew closes out last week’s episode with their full review of Drake’s MAID OF HONOUR.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tonight, we react to a DEHH Reddit post about hip hop feeling dead and the reasons why. You can see the full post here: https://www.reddit.com/r/DEHH/comments/1tdxb4r/hiphop_feels_dead_and_the_reasons_are/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The official review of Drake’s ICEMAN is here. With Rod back in the chamber, the crew finally sits down to break down one of the biggest rap releases of the year. Alongside Spike Lou joining for an additional perspective, the conversation covers everything surrounding the rollout, the music itself, and the massive response the album has received since release. See omnystudio.com/listener for...

Drake shocked the game by dropping THREE projects at once with HABITI, ICEMAN, and MAID OF HONOUR, and in this review, the crew focuses on breaking down HABITI track by track. From the production and standout moments to the replay value and Drake’s overall direction, we dive deep into whether this project stands out in the middle of one of the wildest rollouts of his career. See omnystudio.c...

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Tonight, we react to Drake releasing three albums (48 songs) the possibility of him going independent, and his disses. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Drake is back with ICEMAN, and Ken and FeeFo sat down for a full first reaction to one of the year's most talked about releases. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week’s Ears To The Streets segment, the fellas highlight some of the best recently released projects that deserve more attention. From underrated drops to albums flying under the radar, these are the records we believe every hip hop fan should have on their playlist. If you’re looking for new music to check out and want to know which projects stood out to the crew, this is the...

In this Hip Hop Minute segment pulled from Episode 13 of the Dead End Hip Hop Podcast, we break down the recent debate sparked by former NBA players Kenyon Martin and Rashad McCants over whether Rick Ross has a stronger overall discography than Kendrick Lamar. Is this a legitimate argument, or does Kendrick’s catalog clearly separate him from Rozay? We dive into both artists’ bodies of...

In this conversation, we talk about the upcoming 30th anniversary of Reasonable Doubt (June 25th, 1996) and reflect on the impact the album had on hip hop culture, lyricism, storytelling, and the rise of Jay-Z as one of rap’s all time greats. We revisit standout records, legendary verses, the mafioso rap era, and discuss whether the album still holds up as one of the greatest rap debuts ever...

In this conversation, we dive into The New York Times list of the greatest songwriters and break down some of the most surprising picks, questionable rankings, and undeniable legends that made the cut. From hip hop to pop to classic songwriting icons, we give our unfiltered thoughts on who deserved their spot, who was ranked too high, and who got left out completely. Expect strong opinions, debate...

Dead End Hip Hop listens and reacts live to Deante Hitchcock's new album 'Junkie in the Sun.' See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We react to Jay Z's new interview with the New York Times after being named one of The 30 Greatest Living American Songwriters. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this segment, the crew breaks down Akademiks’ latest take on the aftermath of Kendrick Lamar and Drake’s high-profile clash. According to Akademiks, Kendrick did more than win a moment; he left hip hop feeling directionless, offering no clear path forward for the culture after the dust settled. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, hosts discuss the state of hip hop in 2026 after the first quarter. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Feefo curated five tracks for our take on them. We also debate if Gucci Mane snitched. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

FeeFo runs through Complex’s latest Hottest Rappers list, counting it down and reacting to the biggest names, surprises, and questionable placements along the way. From expected picks to some head scratchers, the crew debates who’s too high, who’s too low, and who might not belong at all. This quick video dives straight into the conversation around what “hot” really m...

In this segment from our most recent episode, we break down the albums that defined the quarter from every angle. From our Album of the Quarter picks to sleeper projects that flew under the radar, we highlight what really stood out. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Drake continues his rollout for 'Iceman.' See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we're diving into the wild world of hip hop drama. Gucci Mane's former associates, Pooh Shiesty and his dad, Montreal Williams Senior, are facing federal charges for allegedly kidnapping and robbing Gucci at a Dallas recording studio.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Dead in Hip Hop Live, they dive into the latest Kanye West controversy, discussing his recent statement that no one can beat him in the verses.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join us for a live recording of the Dead End Hip Hop podcast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.