Forecasted Podcast - Hosted by Romelo Delos Santos

Send us Fan Mail On this session, I sat with a true original and one of hip hop’s most dynamic innovators, Chip Fu of the legendary Fu-Schnickens crew. Known for his explosive delivery, rapid-fire rhyme patterns, and unmatched energy on the mic, he helped redefine what technical skill, breath control, and personality could sound like. As one-third of the amazing rap trio, he helped pioneer a fast-...

Send us Fan Mail Welcoming back a returning guest who’s been making serious waves in science fiction, Katrina Olan is a Filipina sci-fi writer known for blending bold futurism with culture, identity, and sharp social insight, she’s carved out a voice that feels both fresh and necessary in today’s landscape. Her graphic novel Tablay has fans talking—praised for its immersive world-building, powerfu...

Send us Fan Mail My next guest is Doza — a Cali-based Filipino-American emcee carving out his own lane where heritage meets that unmistakable West Coast sound. Blending his Filipino roots with a laid-back but deliberate delivery, he has been steadily building a name through thoughtful lyricism that moves between real-life reflection and grounded storytelling. What stands out about him is his appro...

Send us Fan Mail My next guest is Cryptic One — a true architect of hip-hop and a cornerstone of the legendary Atoms Family. Hailing from New York, he helped shape a sound that’s as intellectual as it is raw, blending razor-sharp lyricism with layered metaphors and forward-thinking production. Cryptic One has built a career on pushing boundaries and elevating the art form. His catalog is a masterc...

Send us Fan Mail I sat down with New York’s own H&L Associates — the unapologetic East Coast duo made up of HaStyle and Luck — to talk about their latest release The Mission Statement , a 16-track project that’s been making noise for its raw authenticity and nostalgic boom-bap feel. With deep ties to hip hop royalty, H&L aren’t chasing trends — they’re preserving a sound. Critics and liste...

Send us Fan Mail Coming out of Los Angeles, the legendary Mykill Miers is a razor-sharp lyricist known for gritty realism, streetwise storytelling, and bars that hit with purpose. From his iconic Wake Up Show run to his classic early albums, he’s cemented his place in rap history. Known especially for his elite horrorcore pen, vivid imagery, and dark cinematic style, Mykill brings a raw intensity...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I sit down with Southern California legend and veteran emcee Gel Roc to talk about his latest project, Out of Style, Out of Service, fully produced by Ariano. A respected name in hip hop, Gel Roc built his foundation by earning a reputation for dense lyricism, battle-tested delivery, and a deep connection to the independent West Coast scene. His catalog reflects y...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I sit down with Brooklyn-based rapper, producer, and engineer Jake Palumbo — a true architect of hip hop music. Originally from Tennessee, Jake carved his lane in New York’s rap scene through raw consistency and independence, founding his label SpaceLAB Recordings — a platform that’s been pushing authentic, no-compromise hip hop since the early 2000s. With product...

Send us Fan Mail Pudge is an emcee and producer who brings vivid, detailed storytelling in every verse that he delivers. His music feels like short films — raw emotion, real moments, no filters. And he’s got that subtle comedic twist that sneaks up on you and makes the stories hit even harder. Hailing from Denton, Texas, Pudge has been a staple in hip hop for years, building his sound from the gro...

Send us Fan Mail Tre-Dot a lyricist who carries the spirit of the craft with intention. Known for his introspective writing and sharp boom-bap sensibilities, he has built a catalog rooted in storytelling, soul, and the kind of raw authenticity that speaks directly to hip hop’s foundation. His music often reflects on personal growth, culture, and everyday life experiences, weaving together vivid me...

Send us Fan Mail On this session, we dive into Keep It Rugged , a hardcore boom-bap consciousness album that represents everything true school hip hop stands for: heavy drums, razor-sharp lyrics, and real-life narratives. At the heart of this project is a powerful duo. First we have D.R.U.M.S. RUGGED, a Dallas-bred emcee steeped in the culture of 80s and 90s hip-hop, with a cadence and flow built...

Send us Fan Mail Cee Gee is a producer who moves with intention and lets the music speak loud. Known for crafting gritty, textured soundscapes that sit right in the pocket of hip hop, Cee Gee has been steadily building a name through consistency and ear for detail. His production credit with Westside Gunn, Benny the Butcher and Planet Asia, to name a few, has placed him firmly in the lineage of pr...

Send us Fan Mail Ge Oh is a producer that lives at the intersection of nostalgia, creativity, and modern music making.  He is the creative force behind Modern Nostalgia, where he curates a world of timeless vibes while building one of the most inspiring music and sync communities. He is a man of many hats —  producer, songwriter, artist manager, and strategist. His fingerprints are also on viral a...

Send us Fan Mail SHARYN Maceren is a defining voice in West Coast Freestyle and High-Energy Dance Music. Recognized as one of the most well-known Filipino-American Freestyle & Dance recording artists & songwriters, she remains an active LIVE touring stage performer from the San Francisco Bay Area. She first made her mark with her breakout debut single “Hard to Get” (released under the alia...

Send us Fan Mail BLVCSVN (short for Bends Light Around Corners, See the Unknown Now) is a visionary poet-rapper whose very name declares a mission: to illuminate life’s hidden edges and refract meaning through sound. The Oakland, California born, and now Uruguay based emcee’s music is a collision of raw emotion, existential inquiry, and relentless searching — part street wisdom, part spiritual man...

Send us Fan Mail HaStyle is a masterful wordsmith and one half of the powerhouse rap duo H&L Associates. Born and raised in New York, he’s known for a dynamic, crowd-rocking sound rooted in true East Coast tradition. His crew has cemented its place in hip hop history with their amazing catalog to include work with legendary artists like De La Soul and A Tribe Called Quest. He is an emcee who s...

Send us Fan Mail K Sluggah is a producer whose gritty, soul-infused soundscapes have become a backbone for raw, authentic hip hop. Known for his thunderous drums and razor-sharp sense of atmosphere, he has carved out a reputation for crafting beats that feel as rugged and real as the streets that inspire them. He’s collaborated with many amazing emcees and has lent his production to projects that...

Send us Fan Mail StaHHr is a lyrical force known for her sharp delivery and unmistakable presence on the mic. A true rap staple with a highly respected catalog. She’s praised for her raw lyricism, vivid storytelling, and unwavering authenticity, with accolades earned for her versatility, elite pen game, and role in shaping the sound of hip hop. Known for rocking stages with elegance and fearless p...

Send us Fan Mail For this session, we welcome back Bayani, a powerhouse emcee whose pen hits as hard as his lyrics— he is a Filipino rapper representing New York City with pride and purpose. He blends sharp lyricism, gritty boom-bap sensibilities, and an unapologetically honest voice in today’s hip hop scene. But his creativity doesn’t stop with music—he’s also the mind behind his own comic book s...

Send us Fan Mail For this session, we welcome back Braille, an amazing emcee from Portland, Oregon, known for his unique blend of introspective lyricism and thought-provoking storytelling. You know him from his certified rap classic Shades of Grey and a catalog of timeless music that has cemented his place amongst rap’s elite. Outside of music, his ministry work serves as a platform to inspire and...

Send us Fan Mail On today’s show, we’re tapping in with BeOND of the incredible California-based rap group Acid Reign. The crew is made up of BeOND, Olmeca, and the late, legendary Gajah. Known for pushing boundaries and bending genres, Acid Reign carved out their own lane with experimental soundscapes and a fearless approach to storytelling. BeOND’s unique delivery—fluid, unpredictable, and intel...

Send us Fan Mail Closing out 2025 the only way that feels right—with a return guest who helped us close out 2024. Welcome back to my talented friend Indigo Phoenyx, an incredible wordsmith, respected journalist, and CEO of Rugged Triad Records. It’s only fitting she brings us full circle once again. This episode dives into her recent release, Goddess Manifesto , dropped September 2025—a powerful,...

Send us Fan Mail Alaska is an influential figure from the indie rap scene, who first made his mark as a member of the rap collective, Atoms Family, known for pushing boundaries with raw production, unconventional concepts, and razor sharp lyricism. He later formed the group Hangar 18, signing to the legendary indie label Def  Jux, where he helped shape the era of forward thinking in hip hop. Known...

Send us Fan Mail I recently sat down with DJ Kawon and Travisty the Lazy Emcee for an in-depth conversation that explored both their individual journeys and their shared creative chemistry. DJ Kawon spoke about his roots shaped by the East Coast and Southern soundscapes and years of curating music, while Travisty reflected on his evolution as an emcee known for sharp lyricism, laid-back delivery,...

Send us Fan Mail Yoga Frog is an icon in the world of DJ culture. Hailing from the Bay Area with Filipino roots, he is a proud member of the Invisible Skratch Piklz family — a core contributor to the crew’s evolution and a major figure behind the turntablist movement that helped shape the global DJ scene. Known for his business savviness, his contributions have impacted generations of DJs across t...