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Reviews of the latest from Ari Lennox(1:15), Nav(6:04), Yeat(15:11), Jenevieve, and others(19:39) serve as the calm before the storm. Then Vance reads a controversial article on white mediocrity in hip hop and Mac Miller(21:42). This week's music in order played is Lil Rae "Bloody Summer," RealestK "Toxic," and JayDaYoungan "Wake Up."

Chance and Taj share their first-hand experience of The Weeknd's Los Angeles show cancellation(1:40). Following the mixed reviews of Lil Baby's "Detox," Vance revisits the "Lil Baby is top-3" argument from Episode 111. Reviews of the latest from Real Boston Richey(19:20), Yeat(31:50), Pi'erre Bourne(37:19), Kenny Beats(40:42), and Ari Lennox(42:06). A Central Cee(26:57) case study + much more. Thi...

Vance poses the question of the week: "How would y'all feel if you got called a munch?" The trio review DJ Khaled's 'God Did' and JID's 'The Forever Story.'(2:04)Are Bad Bunny and The Weeknd the biggest artists in the world(19:17)? The co-hosts then share the albums that captured each year in college(26:57). Plus much more! This week's music in order played is Ice Spice "Munch (Feelin' U), LOONY "...

Taj waves the white flag on Rod Wave (1:04), then asks an open-ended question: "Lucki or Young Nudy(8:07)?" Vance stamps Destroy Lonely's 'NO STYLIST' as an underground classic(21:20). The trio disagrees on if FN Meka is an evolution of hot artists of the past(23:35). Chance defends R&B from Diddy(38:18). Plus much, much more. This week's music in order played is Big Mali "Outro," Desto ft. Lil Uz...

A deep dive into the world of women rap leads the trio to answer key questions that budding artists face, like major playlists vs. personal playlists and four-track EPs vs. 10-track mixtapes(1:03). Taj argues that "cheat code" samples have made rap hits too lazy — Vance disagrees (25:10). And how are the drafted labels from episode 95 doing(39:26)? This week's music in order played is Hardrock "Do...

A review of NBA Youngboy's 'The Last Slimeto'(1:54) takes a turn, resulting in a half-hour debate over rap's current big-3(17:34). This week's music in order played is TaliHendrix's "Stevie Wonder" and Doechii's "Swamp Bitches."

Chance calls Lil Wayne Kobe Bryant. Vance and Taj compare Steve Lacy's 'Gemini Rights' to Tyler, the Creator's 'IGOR'(9:54). Is the world ignoring the greatest/worst rollout of all time(23:52)? How high should expectations be for Joey Bada$$ upcoming album(36:31)? Plus much more! This week's music in order played is 4kmicheal "STUNNAMAN," Conor Albert & ELSAS "Stuck In The Middle," Highway "Money...

Following the release of 'Wasteland', Taj calls Brent Faiyaz Ben Simmons, sparking a passionate Brent talk(0:40). Vance blushes over GloRilla's recent signing to Yo Gotti's CMG(31:13). How much do allegations factor into your listening(37:02)? A quarterly Doja Cat cancellation update(41:41) + much more! This week's music in order played is TheRealKilamm "How Brent Faiyaz Sings," August 08 ft. Joji...

After nearly three weeks of sitting with the album, Chance feels safe enough to share his honest Drake thoughts(0:55) and question if Honestly, Nevermind made Beyoncé's " BREAK MY SOUL" sound safe(11:04). Taj compares Brent Faiyaz's "PRICE OF FAME" to Batman and makes a bet with Chance on Brent vs. Steve Lacy(15:04). GIVEON 'Give Or Take' review(20:42). And after a passionate back and forth, the t...

A mid-year recap episode. Top-10 projects(1:14). Top UNHEARD projects(18:16). Top Songs(21:25). The trio offers their mid-year apologies on reviews they want to take back(29:38). And they make their votes for the top sound of the mid-year(32:05). This week's music in order played is Curren$y "The Tonight Show," Syd "Sweet," Buju "Something Sweet," and HVN "4 AM."

Has music gotten too toxic(1:18)? Reviews: Vory 'Lost Souls'(3:14), 070 Shake 'You Can't Kill Me'(6:30), KayCyy 'Get Used To It'(11:06), and Post Malone 'Twelve Carat Toothache'(14:12). Chance rants about Rolling Stone's "The 200 Greatest Hip-Hop Albums Of All Time" list(22:48). Vance updates the Song of the Summer forecast, and Taj predicts of clash of the titans between Lil Baby and NBA Youngboy...

Is TikTok outrage the next marketing wave to take over music (1:21)? Did Kendrick Lamar pull a Frank Ocean for his last album with TDE (5:06)? And more theories. Reviews: Ravyn Lenae 'Hypnos,'(19:15) Boldy James 'Killing Nothing,'(24:41) and UMI 'Forest in the City.'(22:16) Chance and Vance break down Justin Timberlake's $100 million transaction(28:14), and Taj asks for song of the summer predicti...

Capes were worn and friendships were torn, as episode 104 of UNHEARD sees the trio dive deep into topics around Kendrick Lamar's 'Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers'(1:10). Plus, what should we look forward to from Joey Bada$$ on his upcoming project, '2000'(36:26)?Industry Shit with Vance returns to break down Drake's new deal with UMG(45:44). And much more. This week's music in order played is Kendri...

Vance: "That was just a really strong three topics." Three topics: breakdown of YSL's RICO case(1:30), Jack Harlow's' Come Home The Kids Miss You' review (20:04)and Kendrick Lamar "The Heart Part V" takeaways(38:08). This week's music in order played is Veeze "Law N Order," Kodie Shane "Misunderstood," Hitkidd & Glorilla "FNF," and Flwr Chyld "Luv 2 U."

Taj thinks "Plan B" is a sign that Megan Thee Stallion is back, but Vance argues that another artist has already taken over the position(0:53). Pusha T's 'It's Almost Dry' review(5:13). Chance sparks a heavy Future vs. Young Thug discography debate(17:56). Does Kali Uchis qualify for a Tyler the Creator stimulus after the record-breaking Call Me If You Get Lost tour(34:46)? And can artist doubles...

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After months of sitting with both, Taj says Roddy Ricch's 'Live. Life. Fast' and Gunna's 'DRIP SEASON 4VER' are the same album. The trio get snippet-fished by Jack Harlow(4:44). Vance and Taj rave over Bia(10:35), while Chance explains how Coi Leray surprised him(12:49). Vance asks if Chloë has solidified her place as a solo artist after "Treat Me"(35:34). Project reviews: Vince Staples 'Ramona Pa...

Which artists would you invest in? UNHEARD plays a game of buy or sell and gives their artist stock recommendations(23:50). One artist gets compared to Dogecoin. But first, Taj asks how good was Tyler the Creator's 'Call me If You Get Lost' really(3:47)? Chance and Vance kill the latest project from Dreamville(11:43). Is Lil Uzi trying to use Yeat to regain traction(44:47). Plus much more! This we...

Episode 97 kicks off with a power ranking of a specific type of love song (1:00). After three weeks, reviews galore: Lil Durk '7220'(6:57), Benny the Butcher 'Tana Talk 4'(11:39), Rex Orange County 'WHO CARES?' (29:56), Lucky Daye 'Candydrip'(31:45) & more. taj questions if Lil Uzi Vert and Megan thee Stallion are on the verge of being shelved(19:39). Season 3 of 'Atlanta' sparks a conversation on...

Chance and Vance relive the glory days of pirating music(1:57). Viral tweet segment: who's the worst rapper with a classic album(5:55)? After reviewing the latest from NBA Youngboy x Da Baby(11:36) and King Von(15:00), Chance sets off a debate for the ages by saying "rap is cooked"(17:51). Plus much more. This week's music in order played is BEAM x Valee "HI TECH," Nilufer Yanya "L/R," Bashforthew...

In honor of Chance's birthday, episode 95 of UNHEARD celebrates in true Chance fashion: a seven-round mock Draft(1:30). After the inaugural UNHEARD Draft, the trio proposes trades(27:26) and grade each other's picks(31:59). Reviews(50:20) of Bakar's "Nobody Home," Kodak Black's "Back For Everything," Conway the Machine's "God Don't Make Mistakes," EARTHGANG's "GHETTO GODS," and Khruangbin & Leon B...

Vance contextualizes Yeat, Chance calls him mid (3:00). Taj explains why NBA Youngboy has the rap advantage in his beef with Lil Durk (13:56). Live from Miami, the trio provide on-the-ground reporting of the Kanye West 'Donda 2' live stream (22:10). Curren$y's & The Alchemist's 'Continuance' gets reviewed (27:15). Which three artists, dead or alive, would choose to sit at a table with (35:07)? Plu...

Reviews galore: Saba 'Few Good Things'(0:58), Pinks Sweat$ 'Pink Moon'(8:40), Adekunle Gold 'Catch Me If You Can'(9:52), Yung Kayo 'DFTK'(10:38), 2 Chainz 'Dope Don't Sell Itself'(13:02). Inspired by the NBA Trade Deadline, the trio play the role of music general managers, trading rappers from label to label and mapping out the next few months for their artist(20:37). Industry Shit with Vance focu...

Vance kicks off episode 92 with a review of Babyface Ray's "Face"(1:19). Taj asks what's the January Album of the Month (4:41). A breakdown of the NBA Youngboy-Meek Mill-Atlantic situation (8:08). "Hrs and Hrs" gets murdered(17:33). Chance attacks the Los Angeles music scene (23:27). Doeboy "OH REALLY" review(28:18). Plus much more. This week's music in order played is: Nicki Minaj "Right Thru Me,...

An 11-song UNHEARD mix.