Rhythm and Rhymes

In this episode of Rhythm & Rhymes, AJ & Antonio briefly get into the new music that dropped including, Ryan Trey's major label debut, Davido's new artist Morravey, Meg thee Stallion's newest single 'Cobra' & more. Later Antonio details the new lawsuit brought to Mariah Carey's classic "All I Want for Christmas". Then AJ discusses Kendrick Lamar's company PG Lang Partnering with Global Citizen to...

In this Episode of New Music Mondays AJ & Antonio dive into Ryan Trey's first major label album, along with Davido's new artist Morravey and her first solo outing. A couple singles dropped by Arrcangel, Shenseea and Tokischa. 0:00 - Ryan Trey major label debut 'STREETS SAY YOU MISS ME' 4:40 - "RAVI" by Morravey 5:40 - "Cobra" by Meg Thee Stallion 8:20 - &quo...

To know where things are going, you must know where they came from. And the origins of Reggaeton being black aren't emphasized enough. 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...

In this episode, AJ dives and talks about his thoughts on how Playboi Carti & Lil Uzi have shaped mainstream hip hop so drastically over the last 5 years. He also dives into Hipgnosis Music Fund Flopping, his introduction to house music, and the new music that dropped this weekend (Rema, Mr. Eazi, Blaqbonez & More). Also, did Brent Faiyaz copy Burna Boy's album concept? Follow Our Soci...

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00:00 Timestamps 05:18 Bad Bunny sued over dembow beat 10:43 Universal Group opens Japanes Superfan store 14:27 New Music (Rexx Life Raj, Naomi Sharon, Terrace Martin & Alex Isley) 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.i...

New Music Mondays! This week AJ gives his inital Reaction on 3 projects: - "California Poppy 3" by Rexx Life Raj - "Obsidian" by Naomi Sharon - "I Left My Heart in Ladera" by Terrace Martin & Alex Isley Follow Our Socials Instagram:⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/realrandr/⁠⁠ Tik Tok:⁠⁠ https://www.tiktok.com/@realrandr⁠⁠ AJ's Instagram:⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.c...

There is so much music out EVERY SINGLE WEEK, it's impossible to listen to everything. 00:00 Timestamps 03:45 Westside Gunn - 'And Then You Pray For Me' 08:08 Bad Bunny 'Nadie Saabe Lo Que Va a Pasar Manana' 12:03 What is UK Garage? 19:16 Kanye Ty Dolla $ign Collab Album

In Episode 26 of Rhythm & Rhymes, AJ and Antonio discuss their worst festival experiences. They then discuss the new drops from this week including 'For All The Dogs,' 'Sincerely Benson', 'Eziokwu' and more. Taylor Swift also had a historic moment at the box office, and the Live Nation cartel rolled out a new subscription service for their company Veeps. AJ wraps up with a deep dive into Hybe, a K...

In this episode of Rhythm & Rhymes AJ & Antonio got to a ton of things in the ethos including, Live Nation’s new show benefits for smaller artists, Rick Ross’ MMG & Gramma partnership, along with new music drops including, Cleo Sol’s “Golden”, Jorja Smith’s “Falling or Flying”, “DJ Maphorisa x Tman Xpress’ “Chukela, & More. 00:00 Timestamps 12:28 Live Nation Benefits 17:17 Rick Ros...

Why Uncle Waffles and Amapiano are going to change music forever

We caught up on the last two weeks of music including Doja Cat's new album "Scarlett," which led us into a conversation about the "classic rap album." Is the classic harder to come by because there is so much music coming out today? Or is there just not as good of albums being made? 00:00 Timestamps 01:52 Tallahassee Nightlife 07:57 Doja Cat "Scarlett 10:58 Classic Rap...

In Episode 23 of Rhythm & Rhymes AJ & Antonio start discussing Carnival Dancing Etiquette with your significant other. Then they give an initial reaction to the New Teezo Touchdown album. In African Music News, major labels are putting offices in Nigeria & Asake is selling out Barclays Center. AJ finishes by talking about the movie "Babylon," why it was banned in the US, and...

This is Why Hip Hop is declining, and why Afrobeats may be next. Follow Our Socials Instagram:⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/realrandr/⁠⁠ Tik Tok:⁠⁠ https://www.tiktok.com/@realrandr⁠⁠ AJ's Instagram:⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/_ajhughes/?...⁠⁠ Spotify Playlists: https://open.spotify.com/user/vbygscxeuxnvpodaqonrhndd6?si=1c0fbaf5609b4a52

(00:00) Timestamps (03:54) Yachty & JID (8:37) Teezo Touchdown & Janelle Monet (12:51) Burna Boy #1 in the UK (16:15) Doja Cat's Concept Album (22:41) Ayra Starr at the Headies (26:00) Dave #1 in France Follow Our SocialsInstagram:⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/realrandr/⁠⁠Tik Tok:⁠⁠ https://www.tiktok.com/@realrandr⁠⁠AJ's Instagram:⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/_ajhughes/? Spotify Pl...

This week on the Rhythm & Rhymes Podcast, Host AJ starts with Vybz Kartel's new single "Birthday" and if he can take some of those bars out into the streets. And he gets into his initial reactions on Burna Boy's New Album "I TOLD THEM" & Fridayy's Self Titled Debut. Follow Our Socials Instagram:⁠ https://www.instagram.com/realrandr/⁠ Tik Tok:⁠ https://www.tiktok.com/@realrandr⁠ AJ's Instagram:⁠ ht...

Welcome to Episode 20 of the Rhythm and Rhymes Podcast, where AJ and Antonio Hughes dive deep into the latest music and industry trends. In this episode, AJ is podcasting from the UK, sharing how his unique experiences abroad have shaped his perspective on the music they've been discussing and his worldview. AJ takes us through his exciting time in London, offering insights into the vibrant mu...

Welcome to Episode 19 of the Rhythm and Rhymes Podcast, hosted by AJ and Antonio Hughes. In this episode, they dive deep into the music industry's ever-changing landscape. The hosts kick-off with Reason's clash with TDE, shedding light on recurring label-artist conflicts. They question whether TDE's traditional approach aligns with the demands of the internet era. Shifting gears to musical innovat...

EP 18 of the Rhythm & Rhymes Podcast, with host AJ Hughes, focuses on the New Music around the African Diaspora, from Uncle Waffles To Doja Cat & Stormzy. AJ also delves into the remake of Bob Marley's greatest hits with African artists, and Doja Cat's use of Devil Imagery. (00:00) Timestamps (1:10) AJ’s thoughts on Fela Kuti (3:17) “Muñekita” - Kali Uchis w/ El Alfa & JT (4:28) “Echoes” - Uncle W...

00:00 Full Podcast 01:24 Utopia by Travis Scott 10:52 Adekunle Gold - "Tequilla Ever After" 15:26 Bia - Really Her 18:30 Burna Boy Drops "Big 7" Announces New Album "I TOLD THEM" 20:42 Joey Akan says Burna Boy "Isn't Making Music For Nigerians" 22:13 AJ Ends the Diaspora Wars 29:21 Writing Raps Vs. Off The Dome 32:46 Songs of the Week Spotify Playlists: https://open.spotify.com/user/vbygscxeuxnvpo...

00:00-Introduction 3:24-KPOP-Travis Scott, Bad Bunny 7:21-Magic - Nas & Hitboy 13:46-Too Fast - Jay Rock, Anderson Paak, Latto 14:33-Bling Bling - Skillibeng 17:25-Talibans 2 - Byron Messia & Burna Boy, and the Western Appeal of Burna Boy 25:55-Drake & Central Cee On the Radar Freestyle 34:10-The Global Strategy of Hybe 43:38-The Superfan is Undermonetized in Music 47:54-G Herbo Pleads...

J Hus Drops Beautiful & Brutal Yard Initial Reactions 00:50 Bia Drops “Raised Me” 8:47 Fredo Drops “Scoreboard” with Tiggs the Author 11:11 AJ’s Trip to London & This is What I Mean Day 13:14 Burna Boy Makes History & Sells out US Stadium 17:20 Lil Baby Cancels Shows & The State of Live Music 18:56 Burna Boy Remix of “Talibans” confirmed 30:20 Utopia by Travis Scott Release Date Up...

In this Episode of the Rhythm & Rhymes Podcast, Host AJ Hughes and Co-Host Antonio Hughes discuss the wave of women making their way into Hip Hop and who has "Staying Power." This leads to another question. Who are the most influential people in Hip Hop? Rauw Alejandro and PARTYNEXTDOOR dropped New Music, and Nelly & Wiz Khalifa sold parts of their catalog. Spotify Playlists: htt...

In this week's episode of the Rhythm & Rhymes podcast, hosts AJ Hughes & Antonio Hughes discuss the different topics surrounding the current state of hip hop, with the release of Lil Uzi's new album, The Pink Tape, and get into other subjects around what music could look like in the future for rap fans, listeners in Africa, and content creators as a whole. Timestamps 00:005:35 Summer Smash recap 1...

Timestamps 0:00 1:30- stormzy x fredo 3:00 doomsday cordae x juice 7:55 Nate Joel 10:27 Killer Mike 12:50 Young THug 17:10 Coi leray 19:52: Central Cee/ XXl 30:32 United Mastes X Sarz Episode Description Spotify Playlists: https://open.spotify.com/user/vbygscxeuxnvpodaqonrhndd6?si=1c0fbaf5609b4a52 Spotify Podcasts: https://open.spotify.com/show/03wv9C1CTcgMBti9TTbjLr?si=b518107137a0477b Apple Podc...