The Breaks – KUTX

The week on The Breaks: Fresh is out, so Confucius answers the question put forth by Rap Caviar — Who are the 4 best rappers of the 2010’s? For Confucius it’s Drake, Kendrick, Future and Nicki Minaj. Confucius puts forth that of his top 4 hip-hop artists, Drake is hands down the biggest artist of […] The post The Breaks’ Mt. Rushmore of Rap appeared first on KUT &...

This week on The Breaks: Fresh is out, so host Confucius Jones explores the legacy of Nicki Minaj after the re-release of her 2009 mixtape “Beam Me Up Scotty.” This week’s installment of Random Hip-Hop facts centers around LL Cool J and Jay-Z after the announcement that both of them will be inducted into the […] The post Respect Nicki Minaj! appeared first on KUT & KUTX...

This week on The Breaks: Hosts Confucius and Fresh try to combat all the online negativity surrounding Big Boi. The hosts talk about the recent fight between NLE Choppa, his entourage and one of his fans. You’ll learn interesting things about Run DMC, Toni Braxton,  Anita Baker, Aretha Franklin, Nas, DJ Khaled, Fat Joe and […] The post Respect Big Boi! appeared first on KUT & KUTX...

The Breaks are back after a two week hiatus. In this episode: Confucius and Fresh honor Shock G who passed away on April 22. both hosts discuss Irv Gotti’s comments about the passing of DMX the hosts debate whether Busta Rhymes was right to crown Bobby Shmurda “The King of New York.” you’ll learn little […] The post Catching up with the Breaks appeared first on KUT &a...

In this episode of The Breaks hosts Confucius and Fresh: mourn the passing of DMX. tell you some little know facts about DMX as part of Random Hip-Hop facts discuss Diddy’s open letter calling out GM for not investing in Black-owned Media You can hear the latest full broadcast of The Breaks Saturday night show. The post The Breaks: Rest in Power DMX appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -...

This week on The Breaks: hosts Confucius and Fresh send prayers out to DMX, who was currently hospitalized after a heart attack. both hosts break down the recent beef between OJ da Juiceman and Waka FlockaFlame. Fresh and Confucius discuss Young Dolph’s announcement that he once again is retiring from music. you’ll learn little known […] The post Prayers for DMX appeared first on...

This week on The Breaks  hosts Confucius and Fresh discuss Saweetie and Quavo’s recent breakup. the hosts talk about Master P’s desire to buy Reebok. In this week’s installment of Random Hip Hop Facts Confucius and Fresh tell you interesting tidbits about Raekwon, the recording of “Only Built 4 Cuban Linx,” Ne-Yo, Dr. Dre, Black […] The post Saweetie vs Quavo ap...

This week on The Breaks hosts Confucius and Fresh: Discuss this year’s Grammy Awards. Jump into the drama surrounding Kirk Franklin after his son Kerrion released a profanity laden phone call from the gospel artist.  Drop little known facts about about Grammy history, the movie “Paid in Full,” the tv shows “In Living Color” and […] The post All Things Grammys ap...

This week on The Breaks: Host’s Confucius and Fresh talk about the sale of Verzuz to Triller Network, and discuss whether or not this means that Timbaland and Swizz Beatz sold out. Both hosts discuss whether CMG is the hottest record label in the game right now. In this week’s installment of Random Hip Hop […] The post Did Verzuz Sell Out? appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios...

This week on The Breaks Hosts Fresh and Confucius talk about Lil Uzi Vert and JT finally going public with their relationship. In this week’s installment of “Random Hip-Hop facts” you’ll learn interesting things about Biggie, super-producer The Alchemist, Ludacris, The YoungBloodZ, Lil Wayne and more. In his Unpopular Opinion, Fresh holds that if Biggie […] The post U...

In this episode of The Breaks: Confucius and Fresh talk about Bobby Shmurda’s recent release from prison. Both Hosts discuss Jay-Z’s latest deal with Moet Hennessy, and talk about how not everyone has to achieve the  same success as Jay-Z in order to be considered successful. Fresh explains his confusion  and disappointment around the announcement […] The post Shmurda Home! appea...

In this episode of The Breaks Hosts Confucius and Fresh talk about the recent dispute between Nelly and Ali from St. Lunatics. Both hosts talk about why they think Pooh Shiesty and Flo Milly will be two of the breakout stars of 2021. In this week’s installment of Random Hip-Hop Facts you’ll learn things you […] The post Nelly vs St. Lunatics appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studi...

This week on The Breaks: Hosts Confucius and Fresh discuss former President Trump’s pardon of Lil Wanye, and ask whether the rapper was right to support Trump during the election. Both hosts talk how Lil’ Flip might fare if he did a Verzuz with T.I. Confucius and Fresh interview Austin based producer and DJ Mason […] The post Was Lil Wayne Right? appeared first on KUT & KUTX...

In this episode of The Breaks Hosts Confucius and Fresh talk about the reconciliation between Snoop Dogg and Eminem, and about Dr. Dre’s recent recovery from a brain aneurysm. Both hosts discuss Funkmaster Flex’s rise to prominence, his  influence in the industry and his penchant for saying things that put him on the wrong side […] The post Funkmaster Flex Does it Again appeared...

In this bonus episode of The Breaks, Confucius and Fresh talk to Chaka from the Austin Hip-Hop Duo Riders Against the Storm about his experience as the first Black chair of the City of Austin’s Music Commission, his work to create the Black Live Music Fund, why he created the DAWA fund, and what’s next for […] The post Bonus Episode: Interview with Chaka from Riders Against the S...

On this episode of The Breaks: Confucius and Fresh remember MF Doom after the announcement of his death. Both hosts talk about the feud between Snoop Dogg and Eminem. The hosts discuss Young Thug’s comment that Jay-Z doesn’t have 30 songs that everybody knows word for word. In this installment of Hip-Hop facts Confucius and […] The post Sliding Into 2021 Like… appeared firs...

In this episode of The Breaks Hosts Confucius and Fresh do a quick recap of Too Short and E40’s Verzuz battle. Both hosts discuss the drama in Lil Baby’s love life. The hosts talk about the recent news that Lil Wayne not only sold his masters, but Nicki Minaj and Drake’s masters as well. Fresh […] The post What’s Going on with Lil Baby? appeared first on KUT & KUT...

In this episode of The Breaks: Hosts Confucius and Fresh talk about Lil Wayne’s recent legal troubles and wonder if the rapper regrets endorsing Donald Trump. Both hosts talk about the upcoming Verzuz battle between E-40 and Too $hort. In this weeks edition of “Random Hip-Hop facts,” Confucius and Fresh focus on Biz Markie and Lupe Fiasco, Twista and Spice […] The post Was...

On this episode of The Breaks: Hosts Confucius and Fresh talk about the upcoming Verzuz battle between Ashanti and Keyshia Cole on Saturday, December 12th. In this week’s installment of Random Hip-Hop Facts  both hosts celebrate Jay-Z’s December 4th birthday with some fun facts about their favorite rapper Fresh suggests that if people want clout, they need to earn it […] The post Ashanti vs...

This week on The Breaks, Fresh is flying solo while Confucius is out: He talks about Young Thug’s reasons for not wanting to work with Andre 3000. He unpacks Kevin Hart’s conversation with his fans on the Clubhouse app about comments he made about his daughter in his latest standup special. In the wake of […] The post Respect Andre 3000 appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios --...

This week on the Breaks Hosts Confucius and Fresh Talk about the upcoming Verzuz battle between Jeezy and Gucci Mane. The duo brings the Random Hip-Hop Facts segment back and drops some random facts about UGK & Bun B, Uncle Luke and Snoop Dogg, Yo MTV Raps, MC Hammer and more. Both hosts talk about […] The post Jeezy vs Gucci Mane appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts .

This episode was recorded on Thursday, November 5th, 2020, before the results of the Presidential election had been announced. Confucius and Fresh talk about all the drama of election week. Both hosts discussed Lil Wayne’s decision to endorse Donald Trump. Confucius and Fresh introduce a new segment — “Random Hip-Hop Facts.” In his Unpopular Opinion, […] The post Befo...

On this episode of The Breaks Hosts Confucius and Fresh talk about how they have already voted They both talk about D.J. Funkmaster Flex’s recent comments about T.I., and discuss how they feel like his opinion is just another expression of New Yorkers’ disdain for Southern hip-hop.  Fresh states the Unpopular Opinion that Bryson Tiller […] The post VOTE!!! appeared first on KUT &...

On this episode of The Breaks” Hosts Confucius and Fresh discuss Busta Rhymes desire have a Verzuz battle with T.I. and T.I’s consistent refusal to do so. Plus  they discuss the upcoming Verzuz battle between T.I. and Jeezy. Both hosts point out that no one from the Austin City Limits Festival has reached out to […] The post Busta Rhymes vs. T.I. appeared first on KUT & KUTX...

This week on The Breaks Hosts Confucius and Fresh discuss Ice Cube’s decision to work with the Trump campaign on the “Platinum Plan” for Black America Both hosts continue their discussion from the last episode about the lack of rap at this year’s virtual ACLfest. They state that even if no national hip-hop acts agreed […] The post WTF Ice Cube?!? appeared first on KUT...