Rhythm and Rhymes
Rhythm and Rhymes
Rhythm & Rhymes is your global hub for all black music. From discussing new releases and trends to exploring the business side of music, we provide dynamic & enlightening perspectives. Join us as we explore the connections between the past and present, unearthing the stories that have profoundly shaped our diverse musical landscape. Get ready to embark on a rhythmic journey that celebrates black music's powerful legacy and evolving influence worldwide.
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Jul 4, 2026
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Episodes
From the Vault: When Will Smith ALMOST Lost It All | R&R EP 084 14.06.2025 25:59
Watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFItqWQx8ts6Fg_yErvXsrA From the Oscars slap to public redemption — we break down how Will Smith nearly lost it all, and what his comeback says about Black celebrity culture. Will Smith, celebrity scandals, Oscars slap, Black icons, cancel culture, Hollywood redemption arcs
The Tricky Business of Sampling | R&R 092 11.06.2025 20:05
Watch More Episodes of Rhythm & Rhymes: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvQ6HdlN59e5Na-MNTaYUPeb8pmhGOpkL&si=bpM5Z-7jHfZy3aC7 Timbaland is accused of training AI with artists' music from TikTok Live. Bad Bunny gets sued over Joeboy’s “Empty My Pocket.” We talk about Detroit’s grip on sampling, the decline of creativity in TikTok-era flips, and if R&R should drop a mixtape like Lyric...
From the Vault: Why People Hate Doechii | R&R EP 083 07.06.2025 26:45
This conversation was originally recorded but never released to podcast platforms — until now. We break down why Doechii gets so much backlash despite her talent, and what it says about gender, style, and audience bias in modern rap.
Why Black Music Keeps Getting Rewritten | R&R 091 05.06.2025 30:48
Listen to the mix: https://youtu.be/ov0G377bY08From Amapiano’s evolution in UK clubs to country music’s buried Black roots, this week we’re unpacking how Black music travels — and how it gets rewritten. We break down how cities shape sound, how Pirate Radio changed UK genres forever, and why some stories never make it to the mainstream. Plus, new music from Leon Thomas, Goldlink, Lojay, and Clipse...
Kanye Controversy: When the Right Message Comes from the Wrong Person 24.02.2025 25:54
Add Our Spotify Playlists: https://open.spotify.com/user/vbygscxeuxnvpodaqonrhndd6?si=1c0fbaf5609b4a5 Follow Our Socials Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realrandr/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realrandr Lyor Cohen has been a major player in the hip-hop industry for decades, but is he really helping the culture—or just profiting off of it? In this episode, we dive into his influen...
Why R&B Didn’t Start in America 16.02.2025 7:13
Follow Our Socials Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realrandr/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realrandr Add Our Spotify Playlists: https://open.spotify.com/user/vbygscxeuxnvpodaqonrhndd6?si=1c0fbaf5609b4a5 The untold story of R&B begins long before the charts and mainstream fame. This episode of Rhythm & Rhymes explores how the Black Atlantic—the movement of Black people, cul...
Halftime Shows & LLC Music | R&R 080 15.02.2025 28:20
Follow Our Socials Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realrandr/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realrandr AJ's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_ajhughes/ Antonio's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ant_hughes2/ Add Our Spotify Playlists: https://open.spotify.com/user/vbygscxeuxnvpodaqonrhndd6?si=1c0fbaf5609b4a5
Who’s Has A Better Rap Album Than Central Cee? | R&R 079 09.02.2025 20:51
Follow Our SocialsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/realrandr/Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realrandrAJ's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_ajhughes/Antonio's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ant_hughes2/Add Our Spotify Playlists: https://open.spotify.com/user/vbygscxeuxnvpodaqonrhndd6?si=1c0fbaf5609b4a52
Making Playlists For Women Consumption | R&R 078 08.02.2025 23:56
Follow Our SocialsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/realrandr/Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realrandrAJ's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_ajhughes/Antonio's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ant_hughes2/Add Our Spotify Playlists: https://open.spotify.com/user/vbygscxeuxnvpodaqonrhndd6?si=1c0fbaf5609b4a52
Where Do Find New Music In 2025? | R&R 077 28.01.2025 37:07
Follow Our SocialsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/realrandr/Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realrandrAJ's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_ajhughes/Antonio's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ant_hughes2/Add Our Spotify Playlists: https://open.spotify.com/user/vbygscxeuxnvpodaqonrhndd6?si=1c0fbaf5609b4a52
How Many Deluxe Albums Do We Need? Forest Hills Drive, LANA, & More | R&R 076 31.12.2024 16:22
Add Our Spotify Playlists: https://open.spotify.com/user/vbygscxeuxnvpodaqonrhndd6?si=1c0fbaf5609b4a5 Follow Our Socials Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realrandr/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realrandr AJ's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_ajhughes/ Antonio's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ant_hughes2/ In episode 76 of Rhythm and Rhymes, hosts AJ Hughes and Antonio H...
Amapiano at Art Basel | R&R 075 30.12.2024 44:11
Add Our Spotify Playlists: https://open.spotify.com/user/vbygscxeuxnvpodaqonrhndd6?si=1c0fbaf5609b4a5 Follow Our Socials Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realrandr/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realrandr AJ's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_ajhughes/ Antonio's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ant_hughes2/ In episode 75 of Rhythm and Rhymes, hosts AJ Hughes and Antonio H...
Lil Wayne at the Super Bowl? Debating Hip-Hop's Stadium Worthy Hits | R&R EP. 74 14.12.2024 26:17
Follow Our Socials Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realrandr/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realrandr AJ's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_ajhughes/ Antonio's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ant_hughes2/ Add Our Spotify Playlists: https://open.spotify.com/user/vbygscxeuxnvpodaqonrhndd6?si=1c0fbaf5609b4a52
Grammys, Global Sounds & Indie Takeover | R&R EP.73 13.12.2024 30:34
Follow Our Socials Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realrandr/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realrandr AJ's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_ajhughes/ Antonio's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ant_hughes2/ Add Our Spotify Playlists: https://open.spotify.com/user/vbygscxeuxnvpodaqonrhndd6?si=1c0fbaf5609b4a52
The Dilemma of Moral Responsibility in Rap | R&R EP. 72 12.12.2024 25:23
Follow Our Socials Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realrandr/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realrandr AJ's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_ajhughes/ Antonio's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ant_hughes2/ Add Our Spotify Playlists: https://open.spotify.com/user/vbygscxeuxnvpodaqonrhndd6?si=1c0fbaf5609b4a52
What's An Artist Did You Change Your Mind About? | R&R 068 09.12.2024 40:29
Deep Dives into Music Icons, Industry Insights & October Happenings On this episode of Run the Mirai, hosts AJ and Antonio Hughes explore various dimensions of the music industry and their evolving tastes. They discuss artists they've grown to appreciate, highlight DaBaby's new mixtape, and review Leon Thomas's standout R&B album 'Mutt'. The dialogue extends to the business of music with i...
Tory Lanez vs. Party Next Door 3v3 | R&R 066 08.12.2024 26:53
Ultimate R&B Showdown: Tory Lanez vs. PartyNextDoor & New Music Reviews On this episode of Rhythm & Rhymes, get ready for a 3v3 song battle between Tory Lanez and PartyNextDoor as hosts AJ and Antonio Hughes compare iconic tracks like 'Break From Toronto' vs. 'Proud Family.' The hosts also dive into their recent music listens featuring Dochi's 'Alligator Bites Never Heal,' Drake's late...
The Top Songs in NYC & A Lollapalooza Recap | R&R 065 07.12.2024 37:12
In episode 65 of the Rhythm and Rhymes podcast, hosts AJ and Antonio Hughes attempt to guess the top 15 songs in New York City as ranked by Apple Music. They also recap their experiences at Lollapalooza, sharing standout performances and overall ratings. The hosts then review new music releases, including albums by Asake, Lotto, Larry June, Kelvin Momo, and discussions about artists like Vince Sta...
The Hip Hop Symphony and Burna Boy's No Show | R&R 064 06.12.2024 34:28
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The Top Albums of 2024 (so far) | EP 062 04.12.2024 46:58
Follow Our SocialsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/realrandr/Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realrandrAJ's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_ajhughes/Antonio's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ant_hughes2/Add Our Spotify Playlists: https://open.spotify.com/user/vbygscxeuxnvpodaqonrhndd6?si=1c0fbaf5609b4a52
Make Em Dance to Amapiano | EP 061 03.12.2024 49:03
Follow Our Socials Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realrandr/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realrandr AJ's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_ajhughes/ Antonio's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ant_hughes2/ Add Our Spotify Playlists: https://open.spotify.com/user/vbygscxeuxnvpodaqonrhndd6?si=1c0fbaf5609b4a52
Tems & Timeless by Kaytranada | R&R EP. 59 30.06.2024 36:38
0:00 Sequence 00:49 tems Album 06:48 Timeless- Kaytranada
Racially Ambiguous Rappers & Jay-Z's Top 10 First Week Sales | R&R EP. 58 31.05.2024 29:09
The racially ambiguous boys rappin' this week! On Episode 58 of Rhythm & Rhymes Hosts AJ & Antonio get into new music releases right away including Vince Staple’s latest project ‘Dark Times,” Meekz's new project “TRU,” Shenseea’s latest project “Never Gets Late Here,” and more. The guys wrap with a cape for Jay-Z and his infamous album ‘Magna Carta Holy Grail’ and how it SHOULD hav...
Prince's Fight For Ownership & Control | R&R EP. 57 24.05.2024 29:00
Why did Prince write slave on his face and change his name during the '90s? Questions answered in this episode of Rhythm & Rhymes. Hosts Aj & Antonio dive into Prince's dispute with Warner Bros in the 90s and how ahead of the curve he was thinking in regards to creative control. Then the guys get into new music including Rapsody's new album 'Please Don't Cry,' Burna...
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