Shonen Tapes

*Announcer Voice* CHOOSE YOUR CHARACTER Welcome to Episode 31 of the Shonen Tapes. Today, KEVIN HAS BECOME A SOON TO BE DAD!!! Also, the guys pick their 5 favorite characters in all of anime. While they list out their picks, they discuss why they picked them, why they are in that spot and not ranked higher or lower, and how they have impacted them through their Anime experiences. They also decide...

Welcome to Episode 30 of the Shonen Tapes. Today, the fellas discuss all things Kanye West, from his overall impact to the current status he has within the Hip-Hop culture. They list their favorite albums from least favorite to most favorite, and decide which songs they feel are the most underrated. Additionally, they discuss whether or not Kanye has had an impact on hypebeast culture, and how he...

"I'm here to slay goblins...and nothing else...and I mean that." Welcome to Episode 29 of the Shonen Tapes. On this weeks episode, the guys discuss the controversial show Goblin Slayer. After watching all 12 episodes, they go over what they liked about it (which for everyone but Sean was very little), why they disliked about it (which for everyone but Sean was quite a lot), favorite...

This is the moment you all have been waiting for. On Episode 28, the guys do a full J. Cole deep dive. After re-listening to all of J. Coles discography, everyone's expresses why J. Cole is one of their favorite rappers. They discuss his overall impact on Hip-Hop, how his music has evolved over his career, how he fits into everyone's personal preferences in Hip-Hop, and whether or not he...

Rule #1: You shall not miss any episode of the Shonen Tapes On Episode 27 of the Shonen Tapes, the guys discuss one of their favorite Anime's of all time: Deathnote. After re-watching the entire series, they discuss all things about the show including thoughts on Light Yagami, their most favorite and least favorite parts of the show, and whether or not the second half of the show (everything...

On Episode 26 of the Shonen Tapes, Brandon and Sean finally persuade Kevin and Aymen to listen to one of their favorite rap groups: Run the Jewels. On one side, Sean and Brandon explain why RTJ is so good, and how their music is revolutionary. On the other side, Aymen and Kevin express how while RTJ is talented, there is something missing in their music. The four of them their overall thoughts on...

AKIRA! Welcome to the Akira Tape! On Episode 25 of the Shonen Tapes, the guys do a full on deep dive of the 1988 file "Akira" and decide whether or not it deserve its title as a cult classic. In addition to their overall thoughts, the guys discuss their favorite scenes and characters, and talk about the overall themes of the movie. They talk about the overall complexities of the movie, a...

On Episode 24 of the Shonen Tapes, the guys do something they have never done before. In solidarity with the theme of the show, the XXL Cyphers, all 4 hosts hit a full freestyle cypher for you! After scorching up their microphones, they discuss all of the cyphers done through XXL. They talk about which cyphers were the best, which cyphers were the worst, and which cyphers were the most surprising....

Welcome to Episode 23 of the Shonen Tapes. Today, the guys do a deep dive on the Netflix Original anime Great Pretender! Since this show has gotten quite a bit of recognition, the boys decided to watch the entire first season to see if its worth the hype. After giving their initial thoughts on the show, they discuss their favorite characters, their favorites parts of the show, and whether or not t...

On Episode 22 of the Shonen Tapes, the guys get down and dirty with some Horror-Core rap. For those not familiar, Horror-Core rap includes rappers that have some darker or more disturbing songs in their catalog, and include some of your favorite rappers like Eminem, Tyler, the Creator and Three 6 Mafia. Initially, everyone tries to bring up the parts of horror-core that they link, but mainly they...

It's the 21st episode of the Shonen Tapes  the boys are recognizing some hot new anime that's trendy right now! This is a split between Jujutsu Kaisen and Talentless Nana. You get to hear some super ugly impressions, guesses, thoughts on if the hype is matched, and we do our patented thumb rating system in regards to should you give these shows a chance or not.  You should consider getti...

Welcome to the second interview on the Shonen Tapes! Graphic Artist Ozzyoz Da Vyrus joins the guys for a full conversation on a wide range of topics. OzzyOz has completely taken the graphic artist game over by creating some of the most original renditions of some of the most popular anime characters out there. After being hit with the usual fast round, OzzyOz discusses a number of different topics...

Welcome to Episode 20 of the Shonen Tapes! On this tape, the guys do a deep dive on one of the most popular rappers to date: Drake. They discuss Drakes career as a whole - going over his Young Money days, all the way to his current status as one of the most popular acts in Hip-Hop. They decide which albums are his best, which vibes of his they prefer, and whether or not his current status is deser...

*Sean's Voice* SPOOKY Welcome to the Halloweeny episode of the Shonen Tapes! On this episode, the guys discuss a few of the spookier anime's that are out there, including Soul Eater, Attack on Titan, and Higurashi, and talk about which were their favorites, and which shows can stay in their coffins. They also decide which fit the Halloween vibe the best, which are more disturbing, and ra...

On the newest episode of the Shonen Tapes, the fellas discuss who they think are some of the game's most underrated rappers! They start by singing you a beautiful rendition of Sean's solo from elementary school, then dive right into their picks for who they think are underrated. They go over what makes an artist been seen as underrated, whether or not you can be considered underrated if...

Is that Light Yagami Over There?! On this episode of the Shone Tapes, the guys go over Anti-Heroes within Anime! They discuss whether or not anti-heroes are better than the main heroes of some shows, which anti-heroes are just plain villains, and they decide who some of their favorites are. They also talk about what makes anti-heroes so interesting, and decide which heroes might be better if they...

On this massive episode of the Shonen Tapes, the guys discuss all 13 XXL Freshman Classes from 2007 to the most recent 2020 class. They go over which classes are the best, which classes are the worst, and which artists are the saviors of their respective classes. Kevin surprises everyone by actually liking a more recent class, and Aymen get's overly passionate about his fandom for Lil Uzi Ver...

Mother! Mother! Mother! On this episode of the Shonen Tapes, the guys discuss The Promised Neverland. They go over the best and worst aspects of the show, and whether or not it deserves the praise it's been getting. As a special treat, Kevin and Sean do a hilarious reenactment that you will not want to miss. Don't even try to resist listening to this episode! Follow us HERE to keep up wi...

On this episode of the Shonen Tapes, the guys do a review on three of this week's new album releases! Specifically, they go over Bryson Tiller’s “Anniversary”, 21 Savage/Metro Boomin’s “Savage Mode II”, and YG’s “My Life 4Hunnid”. They cover each album’s best and worst parts, what might have made each album better, and officially order them from best to worst. How do you all feel about snitch...

PLUS ULTRA! On Episode 13 of the Shonen Tapes, the guys do a deep dive on My Hero Academia. They discuss their most favorite and least favorite parts of the show, which characters they love, and why Deku might be a true hurdle in getting through the first season. They also go over what areas of the show they would change, and which character they think they may be able to take in a fight. Do you t...

On this special episode of the Shonen Tapes, the guys talk to the very talented Blvk Divmonds! Through his two albums (Blvk and Bird Chest Papi) and fire singles, Blvk Divmonds has taken a strong hold of the Anime Hip-Hop genre. To give a few topics, he talks about his influences in both anime and rap, his process on creating his visuals and lyrics, and why Brandon may actually be right in not wat...

"I told her let's kick it, KARATE" - 2 Chainz On Episode 12 of The Shonen Tapes, the guys discuss the best featured artists on songs. They look at the best rap features on rap songs, the best rap features on non-rap songs, and the best non-rap features on rap songs. Who do you think are the best features? Follow us HERE to keep up with The Shonen Tapes on social media and your favor...

On Episode 11 of The Shonen Tapes, the guys discuss which Anime Universes would be the best and worst to live in. Each pick their best and worst, and decide on whether the hero from their best universe can protect them from their worst. As an added bonus, the guys all do impressions of each other and Sean's impression of Aymen...is spot on.... Follow us HERE to keep up with The Shonen Tapes o...

On Episode 10 of The Shonen Tapes, the guys do a deep dive on Lil Wayne aka Weezy F Baby. They discuss the recent re-release of No Ceilings, which mixtapes are their favorites, and their overall thoughts on Lil Wayne’s career. What do you think the F stands for?? Follow us HERE to keep up with The Shonen Tapes on social media and your favorite podcast sites! This episode includes: Lil Wayne, No Ce...

KAME...HAME...HAAAAAA!!! On this episode of The Shonen Tapes, the guys discuss which sagas are the best within the Dragonball Franchise. Each list which sagas were their favorites, and why the original Dragonball is a waste of time discussing no matter what Brandon thinks.  Follow us HERE to keep up with The Shonen Tapes on social media and your favorite podcast sites! This episode includes: Drago...