Turntable Teachers

On Episode 27 of the Night School series, Mike sits down with a pioneer of the Boston hip-hop scene, none other than M-Dot of EMS (Experimental Mind State). Mike & M-Dot discuss his past international tours & how the live music industry has been affected by the pandemic, learning new skills in quarantine, the importance of honesty and transparency with yourself and those around you, and how sports...

On Episode 26 of the Night School Series, Mike sits down with Boston hip-hop artist and elementary school teacher, Virgil. Virgil discusses his next move to Miami, FL for his new kindergarten teaching job, while also explaining the importance of education in our society and the music industry. Mike & Virgil also break down his debut album 'Timelines' which was released at the end of July, and disc...

On Episode 37, Mike shares his 20 favorite songs of 2020 so far. Find out which songs made the list! Follow our social media and blogs Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/turntableteachers/?hl=en Blog - https://www.turntableteachers.com/blog Shop - https://www.turntableteachers.com/shop Subscribe to our streaming services Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-turntable-teachers/id144...

On this episode of Guest Speaker, Mike sits down with MA-based indie hip-hop artist, Maeko. Maeko shares his history with music, citing his father a major influence for him. He and Mike also discuss the process of creating his new EP, 'Good Grief', how nature and meditation aid in combating mental health issues, the impact of social injustices in America, and so much more. Huge shoutout to Maeko f...

On Episode 36, host Mike & producer Sam discuss Lil Baby/Lil Wayne comparisons, along with their reaction to Lil Baby's new single "The Bigger Picture", followed by Vol. 5 of the Boston Artists Review series. Songs from this edition include Amir Maxx, Hech Rhymes & Reks, Millyz, Vintage Lee, Aristotle Jones, Austin Fair, Lil Nickky, Latrell James, Bouve, & Hero the Emcee. Is Lil Baby the Next Lil...

Mike collaborates with ODENZTV for another track-by-track album review, this time they break down Tyler, the Creator's 2015 album, Cherry Bomb. Follow ODENZTV - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCl9B5bUlXP6-8TWDv2xxAqg Follow our social media and blogs Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/turntableteachers/?hl=en Blog - https://www.turntableteachers.com/blog Shop - https://www.turntableteachers.co...

On Episode 34, Mike, along with our lead producer Sam, react to the J. Cole & Noname controversy, followed by a review some of their favorite recent songs from Boston artists, including H3x, Virgil, WASHY & TREVi, Heath240, Cousin Stizz, Zaafir, Michael Christmas & Saint Lyor, J. Faith & Kemic, Lance Jackson, & Lord Felix. Time Stamps: J. Cole/Noname Reaction (0:00 - 15:54) Boston Artists Review V...

On this episode, Mike is joined by Boston, MA hip-hop artist Mike Dubb for another edition of Guest Speaker. Mike & Mike discuss his journey in the music industry thus far, the college educational system, his breakout performance at Harvard, societal stereotypes & knowing yourself, the success of his hit single "Regular", and so much more. Special thanks to Mike Dubb for joining the show! Follow M...

On Episode 23 of Night School series, Mike sits down with rising Roxbury, MA hip-hop artist Heath240. They dive into a number of engaging topics, such as his title of being the "Bedroom Pop Rapper", an interesting link to the late Roxbury hip-hop legend Guru from GangStarr, his insight into why hip-hop artists leave Boston to further their careers, his performance for the Boston Music Awards "617...

On Episode 33, Mike is joined by guest host Pano to discuss their most anticipated albums for the rest of 2020, as well as artists they are currently enjoying. Artists include Kendrick Lamar, J. Cole, Drake, BROCKHAMPTON, Run the Jewels, Flatbush Zombies, JID, 6LACK, Bas, & more. Follow our social media and blogs Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/turntableteachers/?hl=en Blog - https://www.tur...

On this episode, Mike sits down with up-and-coming Malden, MA artist Cameron Iandolo. Cameron discusses the origin of deciding his stage name, finding strength through his family, mental health, placing Top-10 and honorable mention in Jarren Benton & Millyz freestyle competitions, respectively, and so much more. Follow Cam on IG: https://www.instagram.com/cameroniandolo/ Watch his Bully freestyle...

On this episode of Guest Speaker, Mike sits down with Lowell, MA hip-hop artist J Faith. They dive into numerous topics, including the mission of J Faith's "Write Mind" movement and his desire to help young people with creativity, fitness, mental health, and financial literacy, how to best promote yourself on social media, how he uses art as therapy, his desire to make inspirational and impactful...

Watch this episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dQnGPISoobQ Mike collaborates with ODENZTV for another track-by-track album review, this time they break down Frank Ocean's 2016 album, Blonde. Follow ODENZTV - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCl9B5bUlXP6-8TWDv2xxAqg Follow our social media and blogs Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/turntableteachers/?hl=en Blog - https://www.tur...

Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/9rRao0s7QE4 On our first Quarantine edition of Guest Speaker, Mike sits down with Shrewsbury, MA musical artist TAHA. TAHA and Mike break down his hit single "Lately" and new album Breath of the Phoenix. They also talk about Islamophobia in America, and the impact of being a Muslim rapper. TAHA sheds light on his breakout opening performance for Push...

On Episode 31, the Boston Artists Review series is back for Vol. 3! Mike breaks down tracks from The Ballroom Thieves, PVRIS, Ripe, Sweeps, Justin Clancy, TAHA, Maeko, Washy, Paul$olo, and Zaafir. For more content from us, head to our website www.turntableteachers.com Playlist with these tracks available here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5bMfEKrVWwLjlcfXPNNrws?si=cs6-3C8kQK297Ko5ushWeQ Subsc...

Watch the episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pvrh0BWML1k For more video content, subscribe to our YouTube channel. On this episode, Mike collaborates with fellow Boston music reviewer ODENZTV for another album review, this time they break down Kid Cudi's 2009 debut album Man on the Moon. More album reviews with Odenz to come! For more content from our show, head to www.turntableteachers...

Watch this episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=umipmmvmutk For more video content, subscribe to our YouTube channel. On this episode, Mike collaborates with fellow Boston music reviewer ODENZTV for an album review of Kanye West's Jesus Is King. More album reviews with Odenz to come! For more content from our show, head to www.turntableteachers.com

On episode 28, Mike breaks down new album releases from Lil Uzi Vert, Jay Electronica, Childish Gambino, and 070 Phi. Time stamps below: Intro (0:00 - 4:00) Lil Uzi Vert - Eternal Atake (4:01 - 13:10) Jay Electronica - A Written Testimony (13:10 - 22:12) Childish Gambino - 3.15.20 (22:13 - 33:09) 070 Phi - My Father's Gun (33:10 - 38:45) Rankings (38:45 - end)

On Episode 27, host Mike sits down with younger brother Anthony to discuss The Weeknd's latest album After Hours. The guys break down and analyze the album's themes and 80's style sounds, discuss their favorite tracks, The Weeknd's progression in his music and where he might go next, and much more.

Hour 2 of TREVi's Night School Live Series appearance. In this hour, TREVi and Mike review songs from fans and the audience, as well as recommend songs choices of their own. Follow TREVi on Instagram @trevlikespictures and stream his music available on all platforms. Tracks reviewed in this episode include: TREVi - No Glory So Boring Lil Nickky - Rockstar Jeans Kid Cudi - Leader of the Delinquents...

Hour 1 of the second edition of the Night School Live Series: Mike is accompanied by Salem, MA rapper TREVi. In this hour, TREVi discusses how he's handled quarantine in terms of creativity, his family background with music, building a working relationship and touring with one of Boston's legendary musical artists Sammy Adams, and much more. Follow TREVi on Instagram @trevlikespictures and stream...

On Episode 26, Mike breaks down the latest album releases from Eminem, Halsey, Mac Miller, & Tame Impala. Time Stamps below; Intro - (0:00 - 3:08) Eminem - Music to be Murdered By (3:09 - 17:19) Halsey - Manic (17:20 -34:11) Mac Miller - Circles (34:12 - 46:25) Tame Impala - The Slow Rush (46:26 - 53:54) Rankings (53:55 - end)

On Episode 25, Mike reviews 10 of the major singles that were released in the first quarter of 2020. Songs reviewed in this episode include: Intro/Tiger King Rant(0:00 - 4:30) Drake - Toosie Slide (4:30 - 7:00) Khalid & Disclosure - Know Your Worth (7:00 - 8:57) Lil Yachty, Drake, & DaBaby - Oprah's Bank Account (8:57 - 10:50) Purity Ring - peacefall - (10:50 - 12:48) Anderson .Paak & Justin Timbe...

On Episode 17 of the Night School series, Mike and Cody sit down with Brockton rapper Lord Felix. They discuss his recent win of Best New Artist at the Boston Music Awards, the Van Buren record label & collective of artists, some of the Van Buren artists attending the Dreamville recording sessions, the death of Kobe Bryant, his experience in the graphic design industry, and so much more. Follow hi...

Hour 2 of our first installment of the Night School Instagram Live Series. On this hour Mike and Zaafir continue to review song submissions from fans, and have some impactful life discussions (with a few laughs, too). Video available on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2BZDlJHxiaA Songs in this hour include: Rod Wave - Heart on Ice Lil Nickky - Love Sick Wally Zoo - No Slice Oh Wonder - A...