New Old Heads Podcast

The New Old Heads episode 355 talked Sean "Diddy" Combs giving Bad Boys artists their publishing back - and why he's doing so, Neo-Soul's run, BG getting released from prison, Lupe Fiasco's greatness, and the greatest hip hop features.  Support the show

The New Old Heads talked about Chreece 2023, what it takes for a smaller market to pop off and achieve new heights in hip hop, and LL Cool J's subliminal shots towards... Jay-Z? Support the show

The New Old Heads episode 353 talked Mick Jenkins wanting underground hip hop to be better represented in the 50th celebrations, Jermaine Dupri complaining that 50th celebrations haven't hit Atlanta, Ice-T celebrating the older hip hop generation thriving in its 50th year, and Ebro's tweet that major record labels have re-shifted focus away from hip hop due to it not being fresh anymore....

The New Old Heads episode 352 talked about being featured in the new Ladies First documentary on Hip Hop, clarified the Timbaland comments from a past episode, Melle Mel's diss track response to Eminem, if sampling in hip hop is lazy in the modern era, and more.  Support the show

The New Old Heads episode 351 talked DJ culture getting a proclamation in Indianapolis for blending/mixing, Coke La Rock wanting credit for things he coined in first hip hop parties, Tory Lanez getting 10 years, Nas wanting older hip hop artists to not be afraid to release more music, and Juicy J saying you can sample Three 6 Mafia.  Support the show

The New Old Heads episode 350 had discussions on Cardi B throwing her mic at a fan, if "free beats" are a problem to the producer economy, if big hip hop artists should be obligated to go to hip hop media outlets, and ESPN going on a firing spree.  Support the show

The New Old Heads episode 349 discussed Nas dropping Magic 2 and if it's fair to hold older artists up to their legendary projects every time they drop, how technicality and feel both play into making great music, Beanie Sigel and the potential of him returning with an AI voice of himself, and more.  Support the show

The New Old Heads episode 348 had discussions on Dr. Dre saying he'll never hate on younger artists, Sexyy Red's video of her being a bad role model at a high school, if we should expect Drake to be more politically active with his stances, Jay-Z's new Book of Hov, and who Jay's best producer collaborator has been.  Support the show

The New Old Heads episode 347 had guest Brotha2daKnight and talked Wu-Tang's "Forever" had a generational impact, how some of Timbaland's production hasn't aged well (and how he excels with full projects and r&b), Drake taking shots at Kendrick, some newer artists not knowing how to rap in a pocket, how Cardi B has elevated other artists, and more.  Support the show

The New Old Heads episode 346 had discussions on Nas' beat selection, Billboard's top hip hop group list, and Ice-T's recent discussion about young hip hop artist deaths.  Support the show

The New Old Heads episode 345 talked Kid Capri saying Eminem does Black things better than Black rappers, Busta Rhymes being the pioneer of features, the 2023 BET hip hop awards, Lord Jamar sharing Keith Murray's video and if it was in bad taste, Talib Kweli arguing with FANS about them now releasing the Black Star album on Bandcamp, and more.  Support the show

The New Old Heads episode 344 talked Killer Mike's new "Michael" album, narration vs. glorification in today's rap music, Spotify's "Head of Urban Music" says hip hop needs a leader, and more.  Support the show

The New Old Heads episode 343 talked  Special Ed having words about all the 50th hip hop celebrations, Teddy Riley showing support for Trump, Lizzo saying she wants to retire from music because of fat-shaming,  and hip hop not being the top music genre for the first time in a long time.  Support the show

The New Old Heads episode 342 talked DJ Akademiks having nobody show up to his stage at the Roots Picnic, biggest hip hop moments, the argument of new not necessarily meaning better in music and culture, DJ Envy and Rick Ross car show arguments, and more.  Support the show

The New Old Heads episode 341 featured guest Skittz and talked Westside Gunn's "Hitler" imagery and being compared to Kanye's antisemitism, the best hip hop diss song of all time, Ebro saying Drake's legacy got reduced because of Pusha T diss track, and Fat Joe giving rappers advice to get a job.  Featuring guest Skittz.  Support the show

The New Old Heads podcast episode 340 featured guest J. Brookinz and had discussions on one-hit-wonders in hip hop, if Ebro's comments about hip hop needing gatekeepers again is valid, if "replayability" is a good or bad characteristic to judge a musical project, and more.  Featuring guest J. Brookinz of Chreece. Support the show

The New Old Heads podcast episode 339 had discussions on Janelle Monae getting topless for her new release, Ja Morant and people blaming hip hop for his actions, T-Pain calling Drake the king of Simps (and the difference between Simping, Hating, and Tricking), the WORST albums by some of our favorite artists, Lil Durk's new lead single featuring J. Cole, and more.  With guest Brotha2daKnight...

The New Old Heads podcast episode 338  reacted to the best hip artist four-album run list, talked how bad some of NWA's "content" has aged, talked Charleston White calling CPS on a 10-year old rapper, and more.  With guest Brotha2daKnight of The Drunken Knights podcast.  Support the show

The New Old Heads episode 337 had discussions on Suge Knight saying Dr. Dre didn't produce records he did produce, Okayplayer's top 22 movie soundtracks and how bad they did, and Jack Harlow's statement about being a great white rapper - and other great white rappers.  Support the show

The New Old Heads episode 336 featured guest Brotha2daKnight and talked Pras being an FBI informant, the greatest movie soundtracks, how AI and artists may interact (and Grimes sharing royalties with AI versions of her), Vice's MAGA Rap documentary, Akademiks signing a deal with Rumble, and much more for this extended episode.  Indy CD & Vinyl Record store based in Indianapolis. Bringing...

The New Old Heads episode 335 talked Apple Music's playlists only allowing Dolby Atmos mixes to be allowed on their playlists and how the future of music around it might change, Mannie Fresh selling his catalogue, New Orleans bounce music and it's origins, Tekashi 69's Ugandan clout run, and E-40's statements about being kicked out of the Kings/Warriors game 1.  Indy CD & V...

The New Old Heads episode 334 discussed Kid Rock's latest antics with shooting a Bud Light case in some goofiness, DJ Jazzy Jeff saying "The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air" theme song is the greatest hip hop song ever, how "Summertime" is one of the greatest songs ever (and others that can compete), Lil Wayne's longevity and the song writing process, Webbie's halter-top...

The New Old Heads episode 333 talked if hip hop was Republican, how AI is already getting better as Guru shared and talked about a fake Jay-Z song, and who is more important in the media and artist dynamic.  Indy CD & Vinyl Record store based in Indianapolis. Bringing Down The Band Hip hop media brand based in Indianapolis. Kolman Dental Dentist based in Indianapolis. Disclaimer: This post con...

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The New Old Heads podcast episode 332 had guest Brotha2daKnight on and talked about TikTok CEO's Shou Chew having to testify in front of Congress and how the platform impacts hip hop, Jermaine Dupree talking about a lack of hip hop history appreciation, the appeal of Curren$y's sound,  and much more.  Indy CD & Vinyl Record store based in Indianapolis. Bringing Down The Band Hip hop...