Hip 2 Da Games

For the first guest of 2022, Desmond is joined by Bronx, New York emcee Iron Emperor, as they discuss his 2020 project "Producer's Best Friend," life as a healthcare worker in the age of COVID, his Blazers fandom (and Lakers hatred), and much more. Follow 19 Media Group: Twitter: @19MGroup Instagram: 19mediagroup https://www.19MediaGroup.com Discover our favorite podcast gear and support the show—...

In this episode, Desmond goes back in time to relive the years of a franchise that played some of the most exciting basketball seen in recent memory: the 2010-present Los Angeles Clippers. He shares their best and worst moments, why they failed to hoist #TheLarry, what the future might look like, and much more. Follow 19 Media Group: Twitter: @19MGroup Instagram: 19mediagroup https://www.19MediaGr...

For the first episode of 2022, Desmond breaks down one of the most recognizable classics in Hip-Hop: Nas' debut album Illmatic. Follow 19 Media Group: Twitter: @19MGroup Instagram: 19mediagroup https://www.19MediaGroup.com Discover our favorite podcast gear and support the show—shop our studio must-haves on our Amazon Affiliate page! https://www.amazon.com/shop/19mediagroup Want to join the conver...

During yesterday's appearance on Twitter Spaces, JAY-Z shared that there is no one out there that can stand on a VERZUZ stage with him, which got Rap & Hip-Hop fans worldwide talking. And in the fifth edition of Hip 2 Da Games Shorts, Desmond shares why he believes LL Cool J is the perfect VERZUZ opponent for JAY-Z, despite what fans around the Internet were saying. Follow 19 Media Group: Twitter:...

IT'S 'BOUT THAT TIME! For the 25th Episode milestone, Dez brings back Devaughn and Johnny to share their thoughts on the NBA's 75th Anniversary season thus far, their predictions for what's to come, and of course, many more fun conversations and jokes this trio always brings to the show. (TIME STAMPS BELOW) While I strongly encourage you to listen to the entire episode, I understand this is a long...

Thanks to some inspiration from responses on recent H2DG Instagram stories, Desmond decided to go back in time to analyze and share his opinions on how some of the biggest "What if?" NBA transactions and draft selections of the past 20 seasons would have played out. Follow 19 Media Group: Twitter: @19MGroup Instagram: 19mediagroup https://www.19MediaGroup.com Discover our favorite podcast gear and...

In Episode 21, Desmond revealed that he did not listen to Blu & Exile's "Below The Heavens," let alone know who Blu was, so he decided to take Ullnevano's advice and ended up enjoying it so much that it was only right that in this episode of Hip 2 Da Games, Desmond broke down and gushed over the 2007 underground classic. Follow 19 Media Group: Twitter: @19MGroup Instagram: 19mediagroup https:/...

Today, Desmond is joined by versatile Chicago hip-hop producer Unregistered User, who talks about his art for the first time. He discusses his craft as a producer, his inspirations, his latest project "Caged City," and more. Follow 19 Media Group: Twitter: @19MGroup Instagram: 19mediagroup https://www.19MediaGroup.com Discover our favorite podcast gear and support the show—shop our studio must-hav...

Desmond is joined by another Baltimore emcee, Ullnevano, who discusses his early memories of rapping, how he combines basketball and hip-hop into his art, the bars and themes in two of his projects titled "Technical Foul" and "Baby Jordan," and much more. Follow 19 Media Group: Twitter: @19MGroup Instagram: 19mediagroup https://www.19MediaGroup.com Discover our favorite podcast gear and support th...

In this album review and bar breakdown, Desmond dives into New York native Marlon Craft's latest mixtape "Homecourt Advantage, Vol. 1." Follow 19 Media Group: Twitter: @19MGroup Instagram: 19mediagroup https://www.19MediaGroup.com Discover our favorite podcast gear and support the show—shop our studio must-haves on our Amazon Affiliate page! https://www.amazon.com/shop/19mediagroup Want to join th...

Back with another Franchise Flashback, Desmond goes back to another contending team of the 2010s: the Indiana Pacers. He is joined by Johnny, an Indiana native, to help him unpack the years where the gritty franchise contended, but unfortunately never made the Finals. Follow 19 Media Group: Twitter: @19MGroup Instagram: 19mediagroup https://www.19MediaGroup.com Discover our favorite podcast gear a...

In today's episode, Desmond delivers another Franchise Flashback for one of his favorite teams growing up, the Oklahoma City Thunder. He reminisces on the energetic rise of the franchise, the KD-Westbrook dynamic, how they have unfortunately found themselves back at square one, and much more. Follow 19 Media Group: Twitter: @19MGroup Instagram: 19mediagroup https://www.19MediaGroup.com Discover ou...

In this (longer) Hip 2 Da Games Short, Desmond brings back Martin to help him recap the KRS-One and Big Daddy Kane VERZUZ battle.  Follow 19 Media Group: Twitter: @19MGroup Instagram: 19mediagroup https://www.19MediaGroup.com Discover our favorite podcast gear and support the show—shop our studio must-haves on our Amazon Affiliate page! https://www.amazon.com/shop/19mediagroup Want to join the con...

Desmond is back and joined by another up and coming emcee, this time bringing Maryland-based, Georgia-raised rapper TreBouncee to the show to talk about his crafty writing process, the overall style of his artistry, his recent project "Comfort Zone, Vol. 1," and more. Follow 19 Media Group: Twitter: @19MGroup Instagram: 19mediagroup https://www.19MediaGroup.com Discover our favorite podcast gear a...

Desmond makes his official return from hiatus and introduces you to up and coming Baltimore emcee DSkillz Harris, who discusses how he started rapping, his recent project "The Next Episode," his supergroup Down By Law, and much more. Follow 19 Media Group: Twitter: @19MGroup Instagram: 19mediagroup https://www.19MediaGroup.com Discover our favorite podcast gear and support the show—shop our studio...

In this episode, Desmond makes another impromptu return from hiatus to explore NBA superstar Damian Lillard's (aka Dame D.O.L.L.A.) 4th studio album, Different On Levels The Lord Allowed. Follow 19 Media Group: Twitter: @19MGroup Instagram: 19mediagroup https://www.19MediaGroup.com Discover our favorite podcast gear and support the show—shop our studio must-haves on our Amazon Affiliate page! http...

Today, Desmond makes a brief return to dive into what is arguably considered the greatest basketball video game ever: NBA Street Vol. 2. He explores the elements of the game that made it so great and the ways it was able to flawlessly bridge basketball and Hip-Hop in the effort to introduce game players to an authentic experience of both cultures. Follow 19 Media Group: Twitter: @19MGroup Instagra...

Continuing from the previous episode, Dez, Devaughn, and Johnny discuss their All-NBA selections, provide some updated thoughts on the end of season awards, and more. Follow 19 Media Group: Twitter: @19MGroup Instagram: 19mediagroup https://www.19MediaGroup.com Discover our favorite podcast gear and support the show—shop our studio must-haves on our Amazon Affiliate page! https://www.amazon.com/sh...

In the 13th episode of Hip 2 Da Games, as promised Desmond brings back Devaughn and Johnny to share their thoughts on the upcoming NBA Playoff matchups. [Matchup Time Stamps: Sixers vs. Wizards (3:58), Nets vs. Celtics (15:05), Bucks vs. Heat (29:53), Knicks vs. Hawks (40:23), Jazz vs. Grizzlies (55:12), Suns vs. Lakers (1:05:20), Nuggets vs. Blazers (1:21:35), and Clippers vs. Mavericks (1:29:59)...

In the third Hip 2 Da Games Short, Desmond shares some brief thoughts on J. Cole's latest album, The Off-Season. Follow 19 Media Group: Twitter: @19MGroup Instagram: 19mediagroup https://www.19MediaGroup.com Discover our favorite podcast gear and support the show—shop our studio must-haves on our Amazon Affiliate page! https://www.amazon.com/shop/19mediagroup Want to join the conversation or invit...

In this episode of Hip 2 Da Games, Desmond explores the styles of some of the best female rappers of the past and shares who his favorites are, while sharing his thoughts on female rappers of the present day. Follow 19 Media Group: Twitter: @19MGroup Instagram: 19mediagroup https://www.19MediaGroup.com Discover our favorite podcast gear and support the show—shop our studio must-haves on our Amazon...

In this episode, it's all about women's hoops as Desmond discusses the WNBA and the great players and moments the league has seen, his favorite players of the past and present, and his thoughts on league expansion. He also fires back at "men" who disrespect women's basketball and shouts out some legendary coaches in the NCAA. Follow 19 Media Group: Twitter: @19MGroup Instagram: 19mediagroup https:...

In the second Hip 2 Da Games Short, Desmond shares some thoughts on the passing of Hip-Hop legend DMX and pays his respects to the great emcee. Follow 19 Media Group: Twitter: @19MGroup Instagram: 19mediagroup https://www.19MediaGroup.com Discover our favorite podcast gear and support the show—shop our studio must-haves on our Amazon Affiliate page! https://www.amazon.com/shop/19mediagroup Want to...

In today's episode, Desmond is back with another album and bar breakdown/discussion. This time it's all about Be, the sixth studio album from Chicago emcee, Common. Follow 19 Media Group: Twitter: @19MGroup Instagram: 19mediagroup https://www.19MediaGroup.com Discover our favorite podcast gear and support the show—shop our studio must-haves on our Amazon Affiliate page! https://www.amazon.com/shop...

Today, Desmond tackles the NBA GOAT debate and shares his thoughts on six players he believes to have a legitimate argument for being the greatest NBA player of all-time. Follow 19 Media Group: Twitter: @19MGroup Instagram: 19mediagroup https://www.19MediaGroup.com Discover our favorite podcast gear and support the show—shop our studio must-haves on our Amazon Affiliate page! https://www.amazon.co...