The Breaks – KUTX

Inspired by an onstage outburst at a recent Wiz Khalifa concert, Confucius & Fresh kick off this edition of The Breaks by reexamining the once-central role of the DJ in the context of contemporary hip-hop. This week’s Hip-Hop Facts packs tidbits on 50 Cent’s “How to Rob”, Tupac’s relationship with Suge Knight, Akon’s use of onstage […] The post What is...

Aside from folks like firefighters, etc., is being a rapper one of the most disproportionately dangerous lines of work? Confucius & Fresh compare the plights of Waka Flocka Flame and Nipsey Hussle to illustrate how the perils of disrespect. The fellas respond to a Rolling Stone article on the rise of emo rap as the “fastest growing […] The post Is Rap the Most Dangerous Profession?...

Confucius and Fresh talk about the connection between hip-hop and comedy. Then, inspired by the success of Saucy Santana, they discuss whether hip-hop is ready for an openly gay rapper. Plus Hip-Hop Facts, Unpopular Opinion and Confucius Reads the News! The post Rap Loves Comedy appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts .

Inspired by Akademiks comments about certain rappers' behavior at Michael Rubin's white party,  Confucius and Fresh discuss hip-hop's fascination with billionaires and crime lords. Then they talk about whether today's rap lyrics are more dangerous than they were in the past. The post For the Love of Money appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts .

Confucius and Fresh discuss why people love rap beefs so much. Then they break down what factors might play into artists not living up to the hype surrounding them. Plus Hip-Hop Facts, Unpopular Opinion and Confucius Reads the News. The post All About Beef appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts .

After hearing Candace Owen's comments about Jay-Z on DJ Akademiks' podcast, Fresh and Confucius debate whether or not we should expect rappers to live life the way they encourage their fans to live. Then both hosts celebrate becoming members of the organization that puts on the Grammys - the Recording Academy! Plus Hip-Hop Facts, Unpopular Opinion, and Confucius Reads the News. The post Grammy Fam...

Does the act of Beyonce and Drake putting their feet into the house music pool hurt the momentum of hip hop? Confucius & Fresh discuss the implications and ramifications of that argument, then react to Chris Brown’s comment that hip-hop’s dominance has made R&B obsolete. Confucius’ Hip Hop Facts include an interaction between Omar Epps […] The post Hip Hop’s Holdout...

In the first segment of this episode, Confucius and Fresh interview comedians Rochelle Genivive Clinton, Dasharae, Daniel West, and Jordan McDonald. For Hip Hop Facts Fresh talks about Nick Cannon’s pre-Wildin’ Out backing by Will Smith, the myth that Naughty By Nature’s Treach left a reptilian surprise for Tommy Boy Records CEO Tom Silverman, and DJ […] The post Stand Up Comedy...

Confucius and Fresh react to Rolling Stone‘s “200 Greatest Hip-Hop Albums of All Time” and inspired by 21 Savage, discuss the prospect of getting money and fame in a lower class community without inviting a RICO case or having your neighborhood turn your back on you. You’ll hear Hip-Hop Facts about Yo! MTV Raps, the soundtrack […] The post Rolling Stone’s “200 G...

Confucius and Fresh discuss the recent conflict between Mo'Nique and DL Hughley, and talk about the golden age of streetball and the AND1 mixtapes. Plus Hip-Hop Facts, Unpopular Opinion, and Confucius Reads the News! The post Mo’Nique vs DL appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts .

Fresh and Confucius talk about the recent arrests of Young Thug and Gunna, and discuss whether rap lyrics should be used as evidence.  They also debate whether N.O.R.E was right when he called out artists who give more respect to big-name interviewers than they do to interviewers from the culture. Plus Hip-Hop Facts, Unpopular Opinion and Confucius Reads the News! The post Are Rap Lyrics Evidence?...

Confucius and Fresh talk to Lance Scott Walker about his new book DJ Screw: A Life in Slow Revolution. Plus Hip-Hop facts, Unpopular Opinion and Confucius Reads the News! The post The Breaks: Celebrating DJ Screw w/Lance Scott Walker appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts .

Fresh and Confucius talk about the release of Kendrick Lamar's latest album, and Young Thug's recent arrest and racketeering charges. Plus Hip-Hop Facts, Unpopular Opinion, and Confucius Reads the News. The post The Return of Kendrick appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts .

Confucius and Fresh discuss the recent incident at a Dave Chappelle show where a fan jumped on stage and attacked him and muse on the recent nominations to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Plus Hip-Hop Facts, Unpopular Opinion, and more! The post Attack on Dave appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts .

Confucius and Fresh talk about the online controversy surrounding a Lil Durk impersonator and Tekashi 6ix9ine and discuss their thoughts about Megan Thee Stallion's interview with Gayle King. Plus Hip-Hop Facts, Unpopular Opinion, and Confucius Reads the News. The post Who Shot Megan? appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts .

Fresh and Confucius celebrate the life of DJ Kay Slay, and debate whether Future really is the best rapper alive. Plus, Hip-Hop Facts, Unpopular Opinion, and Confucius Reads the News! The post Rest in Power DJ Kay Slay appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts .

Confucius and Fresh talk about how important Hot 97's Summer Jam was to the culture in the pre-internet era, and discuss whether the West Coast has fully gotten its due as a rap coast. Plus Hip-Hop Facts, Unpopular Opinion and Confucius Reads the News! The post Tales of Jay-Z appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts .

Fresh and Confucius talk about the 2022 Grammy Awards and discuss T.I.'s recent run in with another comedian at a comedy. Plus Hip-Hop Facts, Unpopular Opinion and Confucius Says. The post Grammy Time appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts .

Confucius and Fresh give you their takes on Will Smith slapping Chris Rock during the Oscars and talk about Doja Cat's announcement that she's retiring. Plus Hip-Hop Facts, Unpopular Opinion and Confucius Reads the News. The post The Slap! appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts .

Confucius and Fresh are focusing on women in hip-hop and R&B this week! They talk about Latto's recent statement that a male rapper wanted to exchange sex for a feature on her upcoming record and about how Da Brat's influence in hip-hop is underrated. Plus Hip-Hop Facts, Unpopular Opinion and Confucius Reads the News. The post Ladies Night appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts...

This week on The Breaks Fresh and Confucius discuss Dame Dash's claim that the only valid Roc-a-fella chains are the ones that he's given out + Hip-Hop Facts, Unpopular Opinion and Confucius Reads the News. The post Chaining Day appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts .

Confucius and Fresh discuss the Kanye West documentary "Jeen-Yuhs" and talk about The Game's comments about Kanye and Dr. Dre. Plus you'll hear Hip-Hop facts, Unpopular Opinion and Confucius Reads the News. The post Jeen-Yuhs appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts .

Confucius and Fresh talk about the return of in-person SXSW. They debate whether bloggers like DJ Akademiks are actually journalists + Hip-Hop Facts, Unpopular Opinion and Confucius Reads the News! The post The Return of SXSW appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts .

Confucius and Fresh discuss DaBaby's recent fight with DaniLeigh's brother in a bowling alley, and debate when being braggadocious in hip-hop goes from okay to corny + Hip-Hop facts, Unpopular Opinion and Confucius Reads the News! The post Fight in the Bowling Alley! appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts .

This week on The Breaks Confucius and Fresh discuss the importance of owning the things you create and talk through Nicki Minaj's run-in with City Girls. They tell you Hip-Hop Facts about the beat to Camp Lo's "Luchini AKA This is It," the truth behind the title of  Drake's hit "Marvin's Room," how a person gets a Roc-A-Fella chain and more. The post RiRi is Prego! appeared first on KUT & KUTX...