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After everyone promises full honesty, episode 41 kicks off with a review of Megan Thee Stallion's debut album(1:10). Taj then leads the conversation into the Grammy's nominee announcement(10:15)and breaks down the biggest snubs. With Whole Lotta Red approaching, Vance gatekeeps Playboi Carti fans(17:20), and Chance advocates for more intense Verzuz battles following Jeezy vs. Gucci Mane(24:50). Pl...

Episode 40 kicks off with a review of Baby Pluto x Pluto(0:40)which leads to two interesting questions: Has Future fallen off(7:20)? and Does Lil Uzi Vert have a better album discography than Playboi Carti(11:15)? Chance and Vance disagree on expectations for Megan Thee Stallion's debut album(18:20) and strongly critique the latest projects from 2 Chainz(29:40) and NBA Youngboy(33:45). Taj breaks...

R.I.P. King Von(0:45). Post-election and endorsements for both candidates, Vance asks how involved should artists be in politics(6:05). Nav's latest project gets reviewed and Vance breaks down how YSL has set up the perfect infrastructure for artists(14:10). Is Youngboy purposely trying to step on Kodak Black's album release(23:45)? Plus much more! This week's music in order played is Chris Brown...

This week's episode starts with Chance and Taj criticizing their New Orleans goat Lil Wayne(0:55)and turns into a discussion on Lil Pump and the role of music gatekeepers to keep people like him out(7:15). The latest from Trippie Redd(14:55) and King Von(20:20) get reviewed. The Von review sparks a debate on clones in rap, and Vance goes on to label Lil Keed a top-3 Atlanta rapper(24:55). Plus muc...

As the title suggests, UNHEARD names its official, unofficial Music All-Rookie Team of 2020(8:45). The latest from Ty Dolla $ign(3:40), Dej Loaf(25:55), Xavier Omär(29:40), and THEY.(55:15) gets reviewed. Taj and Vance break down how streaming services, labels and artists are all losing together while fans win(16:08). And Chance details Drake's 'Certified Lover Boy Announcement'(43:00). Plus Much...

The podcast starts by fulfilling its weekly Griselda quota with a review of Benny the Butcher's Burden of Proof(1:00). Chance then fulfills the OVO quota by expressing his disappointment in PartyNextDoor(4:20). Taj then breaks down how TikTok is becoming the new radio(15:30), and the trio have differing opinions on whether that's good or bad for smaller artists. Plus Much more! This week's music i...

What happens when there's no new music to talk about? UNHEARD brings in a special guest. Founder of No Soap and former Maverick Management A&R Elan Bia stops by to talk about the diversity of hip-hop genres(3:10), the importance of an artist's location(8:45), the origin of No Soap(17:05), what goes into being an A&R(23:50) and what A&R's are looking for(31:20). Vance crosses the water to review th...

UNHEARD gets renamed to Chance & Crew. Chance and crew review the latest projects from 21 Savage and Metro Boomin(2:25), Bryson Tiller(16:25), Giveon(20:35) and Westside Gunn(39:25). Chance asks if Giveon's early success is comparable to the start of Frank Ocean's career. Taj asks if number one's are saturated after Travis Scott's recent charting(29:15). And Vance breaks down why the industry is m...

Honestly, just listen. Episode 33 covered a lot. This week's music in order played is YTK "Straight Drop", Spillage Village "Baptize" and Amir Obe "Cigarettes".

Live from the battlefield, Vance breaks down the war between Kanye West and the music industry(2:40). An unexpected, passionate discography debate breaks out: the Migos vs. Rae Sremmurd(15:00). Chance and Taj claim their "chosen ones" (21:40). Lil Tecca's "Virgo World" gets reviewed, and the best feature artist of the year to date gets crowned (49:35). Plus Much More! This week's music in order pl...

Is NBA Youngboy's own fanbase holding him back(2:10)? Taj and Vance talk Conway the Machine cementing Griselda's dominance over rap(16:20), and Chance answers if sales matter more than quality in terms of becoming a star in rap(20:20). Kanye West vs. the music industry (26:50). And what does DJ Booth getting bought out by Audiomack mean (48:35)? Plus much more! This week's music in order played is...

This week's episode starts with big praise for Big Sean's Detroit 2(2:00). The trio then breaks down rapper intangibles(7:30). Taj argues that Travis Scott is maximizing his brand while Vance and Chance label him a sellout(15:40). The latest single from Bryson Tiller gets reviewed(27:55), and the queen of R&B is crowned(32:55). Plus much more! This week's music in order played is Killy & Y2K "OH N...

Big Sean vs. Lil Durk vs. 6ix9ine, who sells the most and which project is best(1:55)? Chance and Vance break down why The Weeknd's months-old album is still being pushed so hard(12:35). Taj introduces the new phenomena of virtual concerts(20:10), and the three reminisce over the old Verzuz feeling(31:30). New music from Saweetie(35:20), Cordae(40:05), Jaden Smith(43:00) and Jackboy(46:35) gets re...

The topic that has been brewing for 27 episodes is finally discussed: NBA Youngboy and Chance vs. Roddy Ricch and Vance(1:15). A segment of revisionist history occurs with this edition's subject being Da Baby's revolutionary music videos (13:40). Chance questions why Tory Lanez and his team are staying silent (23:55). What's more important: charting highly first week or staying on the charts (32:3...

Drake dropped a single? 10-minute UNHEARD breakdown(1:05). Vance breaks down how Bobby Shmurda's release from prison can unify rap(12:35). Kaash Paige's debut album gets reviewed(16:15) along with Boldy James' Griselda debut(35:20). The cancellation of Daniel Caesar gets broken down(27:10), and the marketing power of Verzuz gets put into question(47:10). And Much More! This week's music in order p...

Some of this week's questions: Who still cares about XXL's Freshman List (1:50)? Did 2 Chainz get bodied by Rick Ross (13:00)? Which rapper has the best ear for production right now (16:30)? What does WAP mean (19:45)? And much more! This week's music in order played is CHIKA "On My Way", Lianne La Havas "Bittersweet", and femdot. "94 Camry Music".

How does a music podcast go with no new music? UNHEARD breaks down the comments from Spotify CEO Daniel Ek(1:05). The latest singles from Pluto and Baby Pluto get reviewed(8:05). Taj puts Chance and Vance on the spot to predict which collab project will be better: Travis Scott and Kid Cudi or Lil Uzi and Future(10:35). The trio then ranks the top-5 collab albums of the last decade(16:05). And much...

This week's episode is kicked off with differing reviews of the latest from Flo Milli(1:10), Gunna (7:20) and Logic(12:20). Viral tweets are back this week with Usher vs. Chris Brown sparking the segment(19:05)and leading into a debate on the upcoming Verzuz between Rick Ross and 2 Chainz(23:05). The Kid LAROI gets called an industry plant(36:30), and the subgenres of hip hop are broken down(40:40...

UNHEARD wastes no time bringing up Drake this week(1:00). Vance gives Logic a farewell tour and asks the question if artists can really retire(12:00). Taj updates the podcast on the latest from Cactus Jack and points out the lack of full-length projects recently(22:30). The Meg thee Stallion and Tory Lanez situation get discussed(29:30). And Chance asks if Kanye West's latest is medical, rollout o...

This week's episode starts with a mad Chance taking his anger out on the latest Summer Walker EP(1:10). The conversation then goes from one R&B star to the next with the review of Snoh Aalegra's single(6:55). Taj defends Chance the Rapper for defending Kanye(12:00). Juice Wrld's album gets reviewed(27:00), T.I.'s legend status gets assessed(21:15), and Billboard's new sales metric gets questioned(...

Pop Smoke's posthumous album gets reviewed(0:50), and the drama surrounding the future deluxe gets discussed(9:00). UNHEARD turns into UNHEARD News to tackle Kanye 2020(20:20). Upcoming releases from Snoh Aalegra and Summer Walker spark debate on how long artists should be allowed to go hiatus(29:25). Vance reveals his Bitcoin leak price while discussing the Playboi Carti situation(43:35). And muc...

The ultimate Red Table Talk kicks off this week's episode. The conversation then turns into disappointment in Virgil Abloh and the handling of Pop Smoke's posthumous album(5:35). Taj starts a heated debate over the future king of rap. Lil Baby or NBA Youngboy(19:50)? Vance and Chance call out the Wakandafication of Africa done by Beyoncé(35:25). And Much More! This week's music in order played is...

The longest episode in UNHEARD history covers a lot, starting with reviews of the latest projects from Teyana Taylor and Pi'erre Bourne(10:20). Vance guides the podcast through the controversy intertwining Tidal and Revolt with capitalism and sexual assault(18:45). Taj makes the case for rappers to receive pensions after watching Ja Rule's latest endorsement(51:20). And much much more throughout!...

UNHEARD covers the latest activist efforts from Lil Baby(0:40) and J.Cole(8:20). Daniel Hernandez correspondent Vance Thomas keeps the podcast updated on the latest 6ix9ine doings(21:00). The latest project from Chloe x Halle gets reviewed(23:55), and predictions are given for the upcoming BET Awards(32:32). Of course, Drake(41:10)and more! This week's music played in order is Siaira Shawn "Wait F...

Six months into the year, UNHEARD drops off their mid-year review episode. But first Vance covers Kanye West's contributions(2:25), the upcoming 6ix9ine remix(6:15) and YG's protest controversy(9:55). The mid-year review segments include: top projects, sleepers, disappointments, observations and expectations(14:10). This week's music played in order is Kali Uchis "Angel", Umi "Down to Earth", Ravy...