Hip Hop History by Drew Curry

This episode we talk about the southern legend, Ludacris. We get into the discography, filmography and his philanthropy work, just to scratch the surface. Please enjoy, like, comment and leave a review if possible, thank you. 

In this episode we get into the history of beef of another legend, this one from Detroit. Marshall Mathers aka Slim Shady aka Eminem. Em started out as a battle rapper which inherently is a verbal confrontation. Em has not been shy when it comes to beef, from Ja Rule, Benzino, Canibus, Britney Spears, MGK, George W, Bush, the FCC and Donald Trump to name a few. Em has never let anyone bring his da...

In this episode we take a closer look at Lil Waynes' Tha Carter III, the New Orleans legends sixth studio album. Highly regarded as Waynes best album. I also make statement about the current status of the United States. #BlackLivesMatter. 

In this episode we dive deep into the life and times of the one and only Bronx legend Christopher Rios aka Big Pun aka Big Punisher aka Big Moon Dawg. Join in on the immortal life of a 28 year old super star sadly taken from the world. Learn about his ups and downs and finally go out and educate yourself on the music of the one and only Big Punisher. Thank you for listening, tell a friend, leave a...

With the quarantine putting a hold on live music and any large gatherings, hip-hop brings up Verzuz battles. From Swizz Beatz vs. Timbaland to Erykahh Badu vs. Jill Scott and every battle in-between. Lets break down each battle track by track and figure out who won. Please like and subscribe and leave a review if possible thank you. 

In this episode we get into the well known beef, battle, war known as Roxanne vs. Roxanne in the 80's. It all started with UTFO's Roxanne Roxanne and the response it garnered from a fourteen year old Roxanne Shante. The amount of responses that came from her record Roxannes revenge were astronomical. Let's get into this episode, please like and subscribe and leave a review if possible. Thank you i...

In this episode we take a closer look at Lupe Fiasco's The Cool, the Chicago legends second album. The album was a partial concept album. With both radio and universal hits. Lets get into the album.  

In this episode we dive deep into a Harlem legend Cam'Ron. From a D1 prospect, to involvement in street activity, to cyphers and groups with legends like Big L, Mase, B.I.G, and making pink cool to wear as a man. Listen to this episode and get to know Cam'Ron a little differently. 

In this episode we get into the history of beef of a Southern legend, the inventor of Trap Musik, the one and only T.I. From beefs with Ludacris, Lil Flip and verbal altercations with Wack 100, and Kodak Black, Tip has held his own and his 20 plus year career is a report card of his record in such beefs. Please lIke and subscribe and leave review if possible. Thank you for listening. 

In this episode we get into one of the greatest albums of the 21st century, not put there by myself (although I do) but by multiple high brow publications. We break down Kanye Wests' second album Late Registration. Thank you for listening and please like and subscribe and leave a review if possible. Thank you!

In this episode we learn about another legends life, this time from the West Coast, the one and only Eric Lynn Wright, a.k.a Eazy-E. We will take you on the rise of this legendary artist career along with his early demise to a deadly virus that would end up taking his life. Thank you for listening, and please like and subscribe and leave a review if possible, thank you!

In this episode we get into one of the most well known beefs of all time. Queensbridge vs. South Bronx, KRS vs. Shan, Boogie Down Vs, Juice Crew. in this episode we break down The Bridge Wars. Thank you for listening please like and subscribe and leave a review if possible. 

In this episode we get into one of the best albums again, this time by another one of the GOATS. We break down 2Pacs' album All Eyes On Me. Thank you for listening and please like and subscribe and leave a review if possible. 

In this episode we deep dive into a legend from Virginia. The one and only Missy Misdemeanor Elliott, she revolutionized the music game and the music video space. Her videos are an experience, her music makes you move and she is as just as a phenomenal human as she is an artist. Not only is Missy an incredible artist, she is also an amazing producer and one of the best pens in the game, writing so...

August 3, 1995 is a cultural cornerstone in hip hop. The second annual Source Hip Hop Music Awards was in the midst of the East Coast-West Coast beef and the rise of Outkast and Atlanta as a whole. In this episode we go behind these moments with in depth stories and clips from the actual night. 

In this episode we get into Joe Budden's Beef history from Hov and Drake to Saigon and Ransom. Thank you for listening and leave a review if possible. 

In this episode we get into one of the best albums by one of the best artist of all time. We break down The Blueprint by Jay-Z. Thank you for listening and please leave a review if possible. 

In this episode we dive into the history of a legendary Houston, Texas hip-hip pioneer Bushwick Bill of the group The Geto Boys. Bushwick would make his name in break dancing, graffiti writing, and emceeing. Sadly we lost Bushwick Bill in late 2019. Please listen, subscribe and tell a friend. Also leave a review if possible. Thank you!

In this episode we get into Ice Cube's beef history from the Police, to NWA to Common. Thank you for listening to this episode and please leave a review if possible. Thank You.

In episode six we deep dive into Outkasts' fourth album Stankonia. Recorded at Stankonia Studios owned by Outkast. 

In episode five we dive into one of the great artist of the past twenty years, Pusha-T. Push has been living in our ears since 2002's Grindin', come with me in this audio discovery of one half of legendary group Clipse.

In this episode we get into 50 Cent's beef history from Game to Oprah to Nas. Thank you for listening and leave a review if possible. 

In episode three we deep dive into Kid Cudi's debut album Man. On the Moon: The End Of Day. Thank you for listening and please leave a review If possible. 

In episode two we dive into the Father of HipHop DJ Kool Herc. We talk about his life and his impact on the beginning of hiphop, that still endures today. Catch us on the next episode, leave a review where possible and thank you for listening to this episode. 

In this first episode we go through a year to year break down on the history and some important events in HipHop. In Other episodes we will dive into important albums, artist, beefs, radio personalities, movies, and labels that all had a huge impact on the culture. Thank you for listening and please leave a review where possible. Catch you on the next episode of HipHop History by Drew Curry