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The Bar Exam

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A brand new take on your favorite hip hop/rap songs, where each week we break down the bars and see if they should be barred from rapping, or if they pass the Bar Exam. Tune in every Monday!

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2023 VMAs Recap 26.11.2023 1:07:17

Bars Everybody Knows 28.08.2023 1:01:49

What Happened to That Rapper? 21.08.2023 43:49

In this week's episode, the Bar Exam team looks at rappers who were on top of the game, and then fell back from the fame. Where are they now? Follow Us! Instagram/Threads - https://www.instagram.com/EthosMediaNetwork

Eminem vs Melle Mel 19.08.2023 56:27

Mentors for Rappers 19.08.2023 1:05:04

BONUS EPISODE - Rap Beefs We Want to See 19.08.2023 1:01:37

Best Simple Rappers 19.08.2023 52:55

Best Punchlines in Rap 19.08.2023 40:53

Under Appreciated Artists 19.08.2023 1:10:38

Diss Records and Rap Beef 28.06.2023 49:31

In this week's episode, in light of the recent Jim Jones vs Pusha T beef that has kicked off, we decided to discuss some of our favorite diss records and the lines that really stuck out in our minds. Follow Us! Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/EthosMediaNetwork Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/EthosMediaNet

Best R&B/Hip Hop Blends - Ep. 27 24.06.2023 50:09

In this week's episode, the Bar Exam crew discusses our favorite R&B and Hip Hop blends, and we talk about why there isn't more of this type of music in modern times. Follow Us! Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/EthosMediaNetwork Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/EthosMediaNet

Your Favorite Rappers Favorite Topics - Ep. 26 24.06.2023 37:26

On today's episode, we discuss the Top 3 topics that some of our favorite rappers like to talk about in their music. The topics may not be that obvious, but if you listen closely, you will hear these things in almost all of their music. Follow Us! Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/EthosMediaNetwork Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/EthosMediaNet

Unsigned Hype - Ep. 25 24.06.2023 36:08

In this week's episode, the crew shed light on some of their favorite artists who are unsigned. We provide a couple songs to check out, and why these artists deserve shine. Follow Us! Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/EthosMediaNetwork Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/EthosMediaNet

Epic Diss Tracks - Ep. 24 30.05.2023 49:31

In this week's episode, we discuss fire diss tracks, what contributed to certain beefs, and what bars stood out the most!

Lasko Bills and Yung Karisma Come Before the Bar! - Ep. 23 24.05.2023 33:38

In this week's episode, we welcome special guests Lasko Bills and Yung Karisma AKA Pacino and Dinero come through to break down their song "Made Men", as well as their multiple joint albums available on all streaming platforms!

Reviewing Fast Rap Verses - Ep. 21 15.05.2023 37:40

In this weeks episode, we break down some of the fastest rap verses from popular songs, and discuss whether or not they are using a fast flow to trick us into thinking the verse is good, or if they are actually spitting bars.

Songs Inspired by Freaknik 01.05.2023 44:21

In this weeks episode, the crew discuss the origins of Freaknik and some of the best rap songs that were likely inspired by the same culture that brought us this yearly fun fest.

Nonsense Bars - Ep. 18 01.05.2023 46:16

In this week's episode of Bar Exam, the gang decides to have some fun and discuss all the bars that we have let slide over the years that upon further review, make absolutely zero sense. What bars made you scratch your head? Leave some in the comments!

Best Hip Hop Duos (Rapper/Producer) 01.05.2023 30:41

In this weeks roadside, the crew discusses who the best rapper/producer duos in the game are, The best of today, and the best of all time!

Best New Rappers w/ guest host @Lasko_Bills 01.05.2023 32:07

In this weeks episode, Guest Host @lasko_bills joins the show to discuss the best new rappers in the game. New for this episode means that the artist first dropped after the year 2015.

Greatest Ad-Libs in Rap - Ep. 15 03.04.2023 43:24

In this week's episode, the gang show some love to all of the great ad-lib enthusiests in hip hop music. Wonder where "Skurt!", "Momma!" and "Yeeeeeeeaaaaaaaah" came from? We'll break it down for you here on The Bar Exam!

Rappers Who Need a Re-Listen - Ep. 14 03.04.2023 53:15

In this week's episode, special guest host Shane G from OTI: Open to Interpretation and Politics As Usual joins the crew to discuss which rapper's catalogues deserve a revisit. Follow Us! Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/EthosMediaNetwork Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/EthosMediaNet

Best Producer/Rappers - Ep. 13 03.04.2023 1:01:17

In this weeks episode, the crew discuss who their favorite rappers who also can make beats are, or their favorite producers who are known to drop a fire verse. Follow Us! Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/EthosMediaNetwork Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/EthosMediaNet

East Coast Appreciation - Ep. 12 03.04.2023 42:59

In this weeks episode, we show love to our favorite rappers from the East Coast. As always, the hosts will keep it real on “Swear to Tell the Truth”, and they will try to test their lyrical knowledge on “Finish That Rhyme”. Follow Us! Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/EthosMediaNetwork Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/EthosMediaNet

Best Hip Hop Crews - Ep. 11 11.03.2023 40:57

In this week's episode, we discuss the greatest hip hop crews of all time, debate who the best member of each crew is, and examine some of the best bars from the highlighted artists.