The Breaks – KUTX

In this episode of The Breaks: Confucius and Fresh talk about Bobby Shmurda’s recent release from prison. Both Hosts discuss Jay-Z’s latest deal with Moet Hennessy, and talk about how not everyone has to achieve the  same success as Jay-Z in order to be considered successful. Fresh explains his confusion  and disappointment around the announcement […] The post Shmurda Home! appea...

In this episode of The Breaks Hosts Confucius and Fresh talk about the recent dispute between Nelly and Ali from St. Lunatics. Both hosts talk about why they think Pooh Shiesty and Flo Milly will be two of the breakout stars of 2021. In this week’s installment of Random Hip-Hop Facts you’ll learn things you […] The post Nelly vs St. Lunatics appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studi...

This week on The Breaks: Hosts Confucius and Fresh discuss former President Trump’s pardon of Lil Wanye, and ask whether the rapper was right to support Trump during the election. Both hosts talk how Lil’ Flip might fare if he did a Verzuz with T.I. Confucius and Fresh interview Austin based producer and DJ Mason […] The post Was Lil Wayne Right? appeared first on KUT & KUTX...

In this episode of The Breaks Hosts Confucius and Fresh talk about the reconciliation between Snoop Dogg and Eminem, and about Dr. Dre’s recent recovery from a brain aneurysm. Both hosts discuss Funkmaster Flex’s rise to prominence, his  influence in the industry and his penchant for saying things that put him on the wrong side […] The post Funkmaster Flex Does it Again appeared...

In this bonus episode of The Breaks, Confucius and Fresh talk to Chaka from the Austin Hip-Hop Duo Riders Against the Storm about his experience as the first Black chair of the City of Austin’s Music Commission, his work to create the Black Live Music Fund, why he created the DAWA fund, and what’s next for […] The post Bonus Episode: Interview with Chaka from Riders Against the S...

On this episode of The Breaks: Confucius and Fresh remember MF Doom after the announcement of his death. Both hosts talk about the feud between Snoop Dogg and Eminem. The hosts discuss Young Thug’s comment that Jay-Z doesn’t have 30 songs that everybody knows word for word. In this installment of Hip-Hop facts Confucius and […] The post Sliding Into 2021 Like… appeared firs...

In this episode of The Breaks Hosts Confucius and Fresh do a quick recap of Too Short and E40’s Verzuz battle. Both hosts discuss the drama in Lil Baby’s love life. The hosts talk about the recent news that Lil Wayne not only sold his masters, but Nicki Minaj and Drake’s masters as well. Fresh […] The post What’s Going on with Lil Baby? appeared first on KUT & KUT...

In this episode of The Breaks: Hosts Confucius and Fresh talk about Lil Wayne’s recent legal troubles and wonder if the rapper regrets endorsing Donald Trump. Both hosts talk about the upcoming Verzuz battle between E-40 and Too $hort. In this weeks edition of “Random Hip-Hop facts,” Confucius and Fresh focus on Biz Markie and Lupe Fiasco, Twista and Spice […] The post Was...

On this episode of The Breaks: Hosts Confucius and Fresh talk about the upcoming Verzuz battle between Ashanti and Keyshia Cole on Saturday, December 12th. In this week’s installment of Random Hip-Hop Facts  both hosts celebrate Jay-Z’s December 4th birthday with some fun facts about their favorite rapper Fresh suggests that if people want clout, they need to earn it […] The post Ashanti vs...

This week on The Breaks, Fresh is flying solo while Confucius is out: He talks about Young Thug’s reasons for not wanting to work with Andre 3000. He unpacks Kevin Hart’s conversation with his fans on the Clubhouse app about comments he made about his daughter in his latest standup special. In the wake of […] The post Respect Andre 3000 appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios --...

This week on the Breaks Hosts Confucius and Fresh Talk about the upcoming Verzuz battle between Jeezy and Gucci Mane. The duo brings the Random Hip-Hop Facts segment back and drops some random facts about UGK & Bun B, Uncle Luke and Snoop Dogg, Yo MTV Raps, MC Hammer and more. Both hosts talk about […] The post Jeezy vs Gucci Mane appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts .

This episode was recorded on Thursday, November 5th, 2020, before the results of the Presidential election had been announced. Confucius and Fresh talk about all the drama of election week. Both hosts discussed Lil Wayne’s decision to endorse Donald Trump. Confucius and Fresh introduce a new segment — “Random Hip-Hop Facts.” In his Unpopular Opinion, […] The post Befo...

On this episode of The Breaks Hosts Confucius and Fresh talk about how they have already voted They both talk about D.J. Funkmaster Flex’s recent comments about T.I., and discuss how they feel like his opinion is just another expression of New Yorkers’ disdain for Southern hip-hop.  Fresh states the Unpopular Opinion that Bryson Tiller […] The post VOTE!!! appeared first on KUT &...

On this episode of The Breaks” Hosts Confucius and Fresh discuss Busta Rhymes desire have a Verzuz battle with T.I. and T.I’s consistent refusal to do so. Plus  they discuss the upcoming Verzuz battle between T.I. and Jeezy. Both hosts point out that no one from the Austin City Limits Festival has reached out to […] The post Busta Rhymes vs. T.I. appeared first on KUT & KUTX...

This week on The Breaks Hosts Confucius and Fresh discuss Ice Cube’s decision to work with the Trump campaign on the “Platinum Plan” for Black America Both hosts continue their discussion from the last episode about the lack of rap at this year’s virtual ACLfest. They state that even if no national hip-hop acts agreed […] The post WTF Ice Cube?!? appeared first on KUT...

Confucius and Fresh share their thoughts on the glaring lack of hip-hop acts on the virtual Austin City Limit Festival Lineup. Both hosts debate whether or not Gucci Mane is the greatest A&R rep in recent hip-hop history. Fresh and Confucius express their surprise at learning that Big Sean’s first advance from Kanye after signing to G.O.O.D. […] The post No Rap at ACLfest?!? appeared fir...

This week on The Breaks Hosts Confucius and Fresh talk about the absurdity of Tory Lanez new record “Daystar” where he denies shooting Megan the Thee Stallion in the foot. Both hosts talk about their love for Outkast’s record “Aquemini” after the 22nd anniversary of its release on September 29th. In his Unpopular Opinion, Fresh states […] The post The Breaks Cancel Tory appeared first on KUT...

This week on The Breaks Confucius and Fresh talk about Kanye’s quest to regain control of his masters, and explain why they’re skeptical about his appeals to other artists for support. Both hosts talk about how surprised they were to hear that Outkast had considered making a mixtape for DJ Drama’s mixtape series Gangsta Grillz […] The post Not Today Kanye appeared first on...

This week on The Breaks: Confucius and Fresh discuss what the poor sales of Tekashi 6ix 9ine’s latest record, Tattletales, means for his career. The hosts debate whether Jay-Z’s billionaire status is okay because of his place in the culture. Confucius and Fresh talk about the intersection of hip-hop and branding, especially as it relates […] The post The Fall of Tekashi 6ix9ine appeare...

This week on The Breaks:  Confucius and Fresh honor the memory of Chadwick Boseman and explain why his life and work made such an impact on them — especially his portrayal of Black Panther. Both hosts discuss the NBA’s strike over the police shooting of Jacob Blake in Kenosha, Wisconsin. Fresh shares the Unpopular Opinion that Jermaine […] The post Wakanda Forever appeared first on KUT &...

This week, The Breaks decided not to create a new show in light of the recent police shooting of Jacob Blake in Kenosha, WI. Instead, they are re-running their episode from June, 1 2020, where Fresh and Confucius talk about the police killings of George Floyd in Minneapolis and Mike Ramos in Austin and the resulting protests. They touch […] The post Say Their Names (Rerun) appeared first on...

This week on The Breaks Fresh and Confucius: Discuss the success of Cardi B’s new song “WAP” featuring Megan the Stallion. Talk about the recent arrests of two men for the 2002 murder of Run DMC’s Jam Master Jay. Theorize as to why Akon might be hanging out with Tekashi 6ix9ine. Debate whether Kim Kardashian’s involvement in […] The post Don’t Argue with S...

This week on The Breaks Fresh and Confucius: Talk about why they love “WAP” by Cardi B and Megan thee Stallion and explain why they’re frustrated by the backlash surrounding the song. Celebrate the birth of hip-hop on on August 11, 1973. That’s when DJ Kool Herc threw the “Back to School Jam” at 1520 […] The post WAP! appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studi...

This week on The Breaks, Fresh and Confucius talk about the legacy of Master P, touch on Jaguar Wright's allegations against Common, and talk about Zonnique's pregnancy announcement to her stepdad T.I. The post Master P is King appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts .

This week on The Breaks, Confucius and Fresh follow-up on the situation with Megan Thee Stallion and Tory Lanez, talk about Snoop Dogg's appearance on The Breakfast Club and touch on the emerging conflict between Migos and Lil Baby. The post Leave Megan Alone! appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts .