Sherod Khaalis, Aki Davis

No Bars Off

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No Bars Off is the home of innovative, insightful, and entertaining breakdowns of hip-hop verses from all eras, regions, and subcultures. Boardwalk Brown (Aki Davis) and Sha Stimuli (Sherod Khaalis) are word connoisseurs and lovers of the technical process of constructing rhymes. Some of your favorite verses are featured, picked apart, analyzed, and most importantly...celebrated. Join us as we salute legendary emcees and their poetic art.

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Sherod Khaalis, Aki Davis

Episodes

No Bars Off - Hov Spoke To God On This One 21.07.2022 28:04

This week, Sha Stimuli and Boardwalk Brown break down Hov's street tales and his conversation with God on his classic "Where I'm From" Topics discussed: Jay-Z His conversation with God The clarity of the pictures he paints Links mentioned in this episode: http://nobarsoff.com https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHL9tO0GJmnVn9Kx7XFPPWA/videos This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

No Bars Off - 50 Cent Changed The World With 1 Song 21.07.2022 37:52

This week, Sha Stimuli and Boardwalk Brown discuss 50 Cent and the impact of his classic debut single "How To Rob". Topics discussed: 50 Cent His past and his path forward The marketing genius Links mentioned in this episode: http://nobarsoff.com https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHL9tO0GJmnVn9Kx7XFPPWA/videos This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

No Bars Off - Nas or AZ: Life's A Bitch - Who Won It? 21.07.2022 34:08

This week, Sha Stimuli and Boardwalk Brown tally up the greatness scored between Nas and AZ on their classic collab "Life's A Bitch" Topics discussed: Nas and AZ were ahead of their time The pressure of AZ being the only feature on the project Who won? Links mentioned in this episode: http://nobarsoff.com https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHL9tO0GJmnVn9Kx7XFPPWA/videos This podcast is hosted by Zen...

No Bars Off - Cyhi The Prynce and his #TopShelf freestyle 21.07.2022 58:00

This week, Sha Stimuli and Boardwalk Brown give Cyhi The Prynce his flowers for his #TopShelf freestyle during his recent LA Leakers appearance Topics discussed: Cyhi The Prynce LA Leakers Greatest freestyle ever? Links mentioned in this episode: http://nobarsoff.com https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHL9tO0GJmnVn9Kx7XFPPWA/videos This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

No Bars Off - JID Went Foolish On This One 21.07.2022 20:24

This week, Sha Stimuli and Boardwalk Brown salute the pen game and multiple flows of JID. Topics discussed: JID Dreamville Barry From Simpson Links mentioned in this episode: http://nobarsoff.com https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHL9tO0GJmnVn9Kx7XFPPWA/videos This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

No Bars Off - Let's Talk Daddy Issues - Kendrick Lamar's "Father Time" 21.07.2022 30:44

This week, Sha Stimuli and Boardwalk Brown breakdown Kendrick Lamar's "Father Time" and discuss the origin and realities of men with daddy issues. Topics discussed: Kendrick Lamar Overlooked daddy issues Emotional intelligence Links mentioned in this episode: http://nobarsoff.com https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHL9tO0GJmnVn9Kx7XFPPWA/videos This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

No Bars Off - Kendrick Lamar's "Auntie Diaries" 21.07.2022 29:11

This week, Sha Stimuli and Boardwalk Brown discuss Kendrick and his family dynamics on his new song "Auntie Diaries" Topics discussed: Kendrick Lamar Auntie Diaries and the new project Mr. Morale and the Big Steppers His return from a 5-year hiatus Links mentioned in this episode: http://nobarsoff.com https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHL9tO0GJmnVn9Kx7XFPPWA/videos This podcast is hosted by ZenCast...

No Bars Off - Where Do You Rank Pusha T? 21.07.2022 33:47

This week, Sha Stimuli and Boardwalk Brown discuss Pusha T's growth and his new project "It's Almost Dry" Topics discussed: Pusha T It's Almost Dry and the content Has Pusha T grown as an artist? Links mentioned in this episode: http://nobarsoff.com https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHL9tO0GJmnVn9Kx7XFPPWA/videos This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

No Bars Off - The Verse We Weren't Supposed to Hear 21.07.2022 32:34

This week, Sha Stimuli and Boardwalk Brown cover Drake's leaked verse from his collab w/ Jack Harlow. Topics discussed: Drake GOAT talk Beef w/ Pusha T Links mentioned in this episode: http://nobarsoff.com https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHL9tO0GJmnVn9Kx7XFPPWA/videos This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

No Bars Off - J. Cole Brings a "Stick" to "London" 21.07.2022 30:19

This week, Sha Stimuli and Boardwalk Brown cover J. Cole's otherworldly appearances on Dreamville's "Stick" and Bia's "London" Topics discussed: J. Cole London Stick Links mentioned in this episode: http://nobarsoff.com https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHL9tO0GJmnVn9Kx7XFPPWA/videos This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

No Bars Off - Weezy Won Us Over With This 25.04.2022

This week, Sha Stimuli and Boardwalk Brown discuss the great Lil Wayne and the moment he claimed a top tier spot. Topics discussed: Lil Wayne YMCMB GOAT-worthy Links mentioned in this episode: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHL9tO0GJmnVn9Kx7XFPPWA http://nobarsoff.com This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

No Bars Off - We Know You Didn't See This Coming! Lin-Manuel Is Nice! 25.04.2022

This week, Sha Stimuli and Boardwalk Brown discsss the artistry and impact of Lin-Manuel Miranda Topics discussed: 1.Lin-Manuel Miranda Encanto Vivo The Madrigal Family Links mentioned in this episode: * https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHL9tO0GJmnVn9Kx7XFPPWA http://nobarsoff.com This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

No Bars Off - Was Nipsey Hussle About To Change The World 25.04.2022

This week, Sha Stimuli and Boardwalk Brown discuss the impact and vision of Nipsey Hussle. Topics discussed: Nipsey Hussle Loaded Bases Mogul motivation Links mentioned in this episode: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHL9tO0GJmnVn9Kx7XFPPWA http://nobarsoff.com This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

No Bars Off - Why We Say Biggie's Still The GOAT 25.04.2022

This week, Sha Stimuli and Boardwalk Brown discuss the Notorious B.I.G. and his lasting impact on the hip-hop culture. Topics discussed: 1.Biggie Life After Death GOAT conversation Links mentioned in this episode: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHL9tO0GJmnVn9Kx7XFPPWA http://nobarsoff.com This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

No Bars Off - Kanye West! The Most Influential Artist of This Era 17.03.2022

This week, Sha Stimuli and Boardwalk Brown dive into the beautiful mind of Kanye West. Topics discussed: Kanye West Donda West Old Kanye vs Yeezy Links mentioned in this episode: http://nobarsoff.com https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHL9tO0GJmnVn9Kx7XFPPWA This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

No Bars Off - Can Anyone Rap Faster and Better Than Twista 17.03.2022

This week, Sha Stimuli and Boardwalk Brown discuss Chi-Town legend Twista and his slick-talking appearance on the classic "Po' Pimp with Do or Die and the back seat of Johnny P's Caddy Topics discussed: Twista Johnny P's Caddy and it's influence on the Benny/J. Cole collab Pimp talk Links mentioned in this episode: http://nobarsoff.com https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHL9tO0GJmnVn9Kx7XFPPWA This...

No Bars Off - Is Cordae The Future of Hip-Hop? 01.03.2022

This week, Sha Stimuli and Boardwalk Brown cover the vivid word art and imagery of Cordae on his latest track, "Jean-Michel" Topics discussed: Cordae Jean-Michel Is he the future? Links mentioned in this episode: http://nobarsoff.com http://www.hashtaglegday.com https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHL9tO0GJmnVn9Kx7XFPPWA This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

No Bars Off - 1st Female Spitter Saluted - Che Noir 18.02.2022

This week, Sha Stimuli and Boardwalk Brown tap into the vivid verses of Che Noir, as we salute our first female MC. Topics discussed: Che Noir Griselda Links mentioned in this episode: http://nobarsoff.com http://www.hashtaglegday.com https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHL9tO0GJmnVn9Kx7XFPPWA This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

No Bars Off - Prodigy's Allustrious Bars Live On 18.02.2022

This week, Sha Stimuli and Boardwalk Brown salute Prodigy of Mobb Deep and his infamous rap style and powerful bars. Topics discussed: Prodigy Mobb Deep Queens His rhyme style Links mentioned in this episode: http://nobarsoff.com http://www.hashtaglegday.com https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHL9tO0GJmnVn9Kx7XFPPWA This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

No Bars Off - Benny The Butcher and J. Cole: Collab Of the Year? 18.02.2022

This week, Sha Stimuli and Boardwalk Brown pick apart the flawless flows and imagery provided by Benny The Butcher and J. Cole on their collab smash "Johnny P's Caddy" Topics discussed: Benny The Butcher J. Cole Griselda Johnny P's Caddy Links mentioned in this episode: http://nobarsoff.com http://www.hashtaglegday.com https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHL9tO0GJmnVn9Kx7XFPPWA This podcast is hosted...

No Bars Off - King Crooked Puts Rappers on the Chopping Block 18.02.2022

This week, the No Bars Off crew discusses King Crooked and his immaculate flows and wordplay on the Slaughterhouse collab "Chopping Block" Topics discussed: Crooked I King Crooked Chopping Block Slaughterhouse Links mentioned in this episode: http://nobarsoff.com http://www.hashtaglegday.com https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHL9tO0GJmnVn9Kx7XFPPWA This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

No Bars Off - Does Russ have the album of the year? 18.02.2022

This week, Sha Stimuli and Boardwalk Brown discuss Russ' new project, Chomp 2, and whether it's a candidate for album of the year Topics discussed: Russ Atlanta hip-hop Top Of The World Chomp 2 Links mentioned in this episode: http://nobarsoff.com http://www.hashtaglegday.com https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHL9tO0GJmnVn9Kx7XFPPWA This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

No Bars Off - The Emergence of Kendrick Lamar 18.02.2022

This week, Sha Stimuli and Boardwalk Brown tap into K. Dot and his arrival on the hip-hop scene. Topics discussed: Kendrick Lamar TDE Rigamortis Links mentioned in this episode: http://nobarsoff.com http://www.hashtaglegday.com https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHL9tO0GJmnVn9Kx7XFPPWA This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

No Bars Off - Nas Made It A Hot Line, Hov Made It A Hot Song 18.02.2022

This week, Sha Stimuli and Boardwalk Brown talk Hov's classic Dead Presidents I and it's effect on the game. Topics discussed: Jay-Z Turning a hot line into a hot song Monopoly with real cash Links mentioned in this episode: http://nobarsoff.com http://www.hashtaglegday.com https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHL9tO0GJmnVn9Kx7XFPPWA This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

No Bars Off - Is Lil Baby The Leader of The Next School 18.02.2022

This week, Sha Stimuli and Boardwalk Brown discuss Lil Baby's flows and his place in the game. Topics discussed: Lil Baby Does he have next? Atlanta rap Links mentioned in this episode: http://nobarsoff.com http://www.hashtaglegday.com https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHL9tO0GJmnVn9Kx7XFPPWA This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm