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Rap LabChoppin' It Up with FiendThis Week on The Rap Lab, the fellas chop it up with former No Limit Records artist Fiend. Throughout the conversation, Fiend discusses his time on No Limit, his 4 year stint with Ruff Ryders, his dealings with Jet Life and his new music.Official Rap Lab Merchandise available now:https://teespring.com/stores/my-store-10494633?page=1Do you have a question that you would like The Rap Lab to answer on a future episode? Email your questions to RapLabPod@Gmail.comFollow the Rap Lab Hosts on Twitter:Alfred...
2022-02-071h 03Rap LabThe Rap Lab's Report CardThis week on The Rap Lab Podcast, the fellas make their own custom report cards of their own list of rappers following Kool Moe Dee's model.Official Rap Lab Merchandise available now:https://teespring.com/stores/my-store-10494633?page=1Do you have a question that you would like The Rap Lab to answer on a future episode? Email your questions to RapLabPod@Gmail.comFollow the Rap Lab Hosts on Twitter:Alfred - @Soulja_SmoothQG - @Rainbreaker187Rap Lab Twitter: @RapLabPodFollow the...
2022-01-311h 44Rap LabKool Moe Dee's 80's Rapper Report CardThis week on the Rap Lab Podcast, in a companion piece to last week's episode, the fellas do a deep dive on Kool Moe Dee's 80's rapper report card.Official Rap Lab Merchandise available now:https://teespring.com/stores/my-store-10494633?page=1Do you have a question that you would like The Rap Lab to answer on a future episode? Email your questions to RapLabPod@Gmail.comFollow the Rap Lab Hosts on Twitter:Alfred - @Soulja_SmoothQG - @Rainbreaker187Rap Lab Twitter: @RapLabPod
2022-01-241h 34Rap LabKool Moe Dee's 90's Rapper Report CardThis week on the Rap Lab Podcast, the fellas do a deep dive on Kool Moe Dee's 90's rapper report card.Official Rap Lab Merchandise available now:https://teespring.com/stores/my-store-10494633?page=1Do you have a question that you would like The Rap Lab to answer on a future episode? Email your questions to RapLabPod@Gmail.comFollow the Rap Lab Hosts on Twitter:Alfred - @Soulja_SmoothQG - @Rainbreaker187Rap Lab Twitter: @RapLabPodFollow the Rap Lab Hosts on IG:
2022-01-181h 53Rap LabTop 5 Albums of 2021This week on The Rap Lab, the fellas discuss what they think are the top five albums of 2021.Official Rap Lab Merchandise available now:https://teespring.com/stores/my-store-10494633?page=1Do you have a question that you would like The Rap Lab to answer on a future episode? Email your questions to RapLabPod@Gmail.comFollow the Rap Lab Hosts on Twitter:Alfred - @Soulja_SmoothQG - @Rainbreaker187Rap Lab Twitter: @RapLabPodFollow the Rap Lab Hosts on IG:Alfred...
2022-01-1155 minRap LabConversations with Con BThis week on The Rap Lab, Alfred and QG speak to Bay Area rapper Con B. Throughout the course of the conversation, he speaks on the business side of the music industry, how his sons influence his music, his inspiration for rap and much more.Official Rap Lab Merchandise available now:https://teespring.com/stores/my-store-10494633?page=1Do you have a question that you would like The Rap Lab to answer on a future episode? Email your questions to RapLabPod@Gmail.comFollow the Rap Lab Hosts on Twitter:...
2022-01-0245 minRap LabChillin' with CMC GuapoThis week on The Rap Lab, the fellas are joined by Detroit Rapper CMC Guapo. They talk to Guapo about his life and his career.Official Rap Lab Merchandise available now:https://teespring.com/stores/my-store-10494633?page=1Do you have a question that you would like The Rap Lab to answer on a future episode? Email your questions to RapLabPod@Gmail.comFollow the Rap Lab Hosts on Twitter:Alfred - @Soulja_SmoothQG - @Rainbreaker187Rap Lab Twitter: @RapLabPodFollow the Rap...
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Conversations of the Heart Podcast With T. TillConversations of the ❤️ S2-EP27-MENtal Re-up Featuring Christopher AdamsonBig thank you to Christopher Adamson @true_g_qg of the @raplabpod for coming through and having a much needed conversation surrounding mental health, boundaries, consistency and safe spaces. For all you hip-hop heads be sure to checkout the @raplabpod they have amazing content. Be sure to checkout this conversation on all audio podcast platforms
2021-12-161h 02Rap LabThe Formula: Bad Boy Records Deep DiveThis week on the Rap Lab, Alfred & QG are alone and are discussing any and everything Bad Boy Records. Everything from how the label came to be, to tragedy, to successes and even the modern era are covered.Official Rap Lab Merchandise available now:https://teespring.com/stores/my-store-10494633?page=1Do you have a question that you would like The Rap Lab to answer on a future episode? Email your questions to RapLabPod@Gmail.comFollow the Rap Lab Hosts on Twitter:Alfred - @Soulja_SmoothQG...
2021-12-121h 24Conversations of the Heart Podcast With T. TillConversations of the ❤️ S2-EP27-MENtal Re-up Featuring Christopher AdamsonBig thank you to Christopher Adamson @true_g_qg of the @raplabpod for coming through and having a much needed conversation surrounding mental health, boundaries, consistency and safe spaces. For all you hip-hop heads be sure to checkout the @raplabpod they have amazing content. Be sure to checkout this conversation on all audio podcast platforms
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2021-12-101h 02Rap LabThe Formula: 1999 Year in ReviewThis week on The Rap Lab, Alfred & T.O. are by themselves and discuss any and everything that happened in the world of hip hop in 1999. From albums to songs, to legal issues, the brothers tackle it all this week.Official Rap Lab Merchandise available now:https://teespring.com/stores/my-store-10494633?page=1Do you have a question that you would like The Rap Lab to answer on a future episode? Email your questions to RapLabPod@Gmail.comFollow the Rap Lab Hosts on Twitter:Alfred - @Soulja_Smooth
2021-11-081h 08Rap LabConversations with Alfred BanksThis week on The Rap Lab, the fellas are joined by Alfred Banks. Throughout the course of the conversation, Alfred Banks discusses his musical career, favorite sneakers, favorite wrestlers, endorsements, mental health and much more!Official Rap Lab Merchandise available now:https://teespring.com/stores/my-store-10494633?page=1Do you have a question that you would like The Rap Lab to answer on a future episode? Email your questions to RapLabPod@Gmail.comFollow the Rap Lab Hosts on Twitter:Alfred - @Soulja_SmoothQG - @Rainbreaker187
2021-10-311h 00Rap LabKRS-One/Big Daddy Kane Verzuz ReviewThis Week on the Rap Lab, the fellas look back at and give their thoughts on the latest Verzuz battle between KRS-One and Big Daddy Kane.Official Rap Lab Merchandise available now:https://teespring.com/stores/my-store-10494633?page=1Do you have a question that you would like The Rap Lab to answer on a future episode? Email your questions to RapLabPod@Gmail.comFollow the Rap Lab Hosts on Twitter:Alfred - @Soulja_SmoothQG - @Rainbreaker187Rap Lab Twitter: @RapLabPodFollow the...
2021-10-241h 21Rap LabThe Formula: Death Row Deep DiveThis week on The Rap Lab, Alfred and QG are by themselves in the first episode of "The Formula" where they go in depth about Death Row Records. They go through the history, the ups and downs of Death Row as they give their opinions.Official Rap Lab Merchandise available now:https://teespring.com/stores/my-store-10494633?page=1Do you have a question that you would like The Rap Lab to answer on a future episode? Email your questions to RapLabPod@Gmail.comFollow the Rap Lab Hosts on Twitter:...
2021-10-181h 17Rap LabThis Week in Hip Hop (10/10/21)This week on The Rap Lab, the fellas discuss the upcoming KRS-One/Big Daddy Kane Verzuz battle, the rebirth of Rap City on BET, Eminem's new Spaghetti restaurant and more!Official Rap Lab Merchandise available now:https://teespring.com/stores/my-store-10494633?page=1Do you have a question that you would like The Rap Lab to answer on a future episode? Email your questions to RapLabPod@Gmail.comFollow the Rap Lab Hosts on Twitter:Alfred - @Soulja_SmoothQG - @Rainbreaker187Rap Lab Twitter: @RapLabPod
2021-10-121h 13Rap LabConversations with Mac PhippsThis week on the Rap Lab, the fellas have the honor of speaking to former No Limit Recording artist Mac Phipps. Throughout the conversation, Mac details his inspirations for rap, how he didn't like the clothes he wore in his music videos, which NBA players he likes, the inspiration behind his new single "21 Summers" and much more!Official Rap Lab Merchandise available now:https://teespring.com/stores/my-store-10494633?page=1Do you have a question that you would like The Rap Lab to answer on a future episode? Email your questions to RapLabPod@Gmail...
2021-10-031h 11Rap LabFat Joe/Ja Rule Verzuz ReviewThis week on the Rap Lab, the fellas review the recent Verzuz battle between Ja Rule and Fat Joe and breakdown the battle round by round. Highlights include Alfred initially rooting for Fat Joe, the fellas not giving Joe a pass for breaking a Rap Lab Verzuz preference and much more.Official Rap Lab Merchandise available now:https://teespring.com/stores/my-store-10494633?page=1Do you have a question that you would like The Rap Lab to answer on a future episode? Email your questions to RapLabPod@Gmail.comFollow the Rap...
2021-09-271h 33Rap LabOur Favorite Debut AlbumsThis week on The Rap Lab, with Rev away for the weekend, the rest of the fellas discuss their favorite debut albums and break them down detailing why they enjoy them.Official Rap Lab Merchandise available now:https://teespring.com/stores/my-store-10494633?page=1Do you have a question that you would like The Rap Lab to answer on a future episode? Email your questions to RapLabPod@Gmail.comFollow the Rap Lab Hosts on Twitter:Alfred - @Soulja_SmoothQG - @Rainbreaker187Rap Lab Twitter...
2021-09-201h 06Rap LabDonda or Certified Lover Boy?This week on The Rap Lab, the fellas discuss whose album they enjoyed more? Kanye West's "Donda" or Drake's "Certified Lover Boy".Official Rap Lab Merchandise available now:https://teespring.com/stores/my-store-10494633?page=1Do you have a question that you would like The Rap Lab to answer on a future episode? Email your questions to RapLabPod@Gmail.comFollow the Rap Lab Hosts on Twitter:Alfred - @Soulja_SmoothQG - @Rainbreaker187Rap Lab Twitter: @RapLabPodFollow the Rap Lab Hosts on...
2021-09-121h 07Rap LabHangin' With Mr. PittsThis week on The Rap Lab, the fellas chop it up with Rev's father in law, Gentry Pitts. On the episode, Gentry addresses Alfred's claims of biggie being overrated, the music he likes, and the reactions from the teens he mentors when he puts them onto older music.Official Rap Lab Merchandise available now:https://teespring.com/stores/my-store-10494633?page=1Do you have a question that you would like The Rap Lab to answer on a future episode? Email your questions to RapLabPod@Gmail.comFollow the Rap Lab Hosts on...
2021-09-051h 18Rap LabThis Week in Hip Hop (08/29/21)This week on The Rap Lab, the fellas discuss The comments Nore made on Drink Champs about the Wu-Affiliates, The saga that is Kanye West and the Cuban Link/Fat Joe beef.Official Rap Lab Merchandise available now:https://teespring.com/stores/my-store-10494633?page=1Do you have a question that you would like The Rap Lab to answer on a future episode? Email your questions to RapLabPod@Gmail.comFollow the Rap Lab Hosts on Twitter:Alfred - @Soulja_SmoothQG - @Rainbreaker187Rap Lab...
2021-08-3047 minRap LabThis Week in Hip Hop (08/22/21)This week on The Rap Lab, the fellas discuss the past week in hip hop news including Drake planning to work with The Alchemist, Kendrick Lamar leaving Top Dawg Entertainment, Eminem portraying White Boy Rick and much more!Official Rap Lab Merchandise available now:https://teespring.com/stores/my-store-10494633?page=1Do you have a question that you would like The Rap Lab to answer on a future episode? Email your questions to RapLabPod@Gmail.comFollow the Rap Lab Hosts on Twitter:Alfred - @Soulja_SmoothQG...
2021-08-231h 17Rap LabNas "King's Disease II" Album ReviewThis week on The Rap Lab, the fellas breakdown Nas' latest album "King's Disease II". Listen as they break it down track by track and give their analysis as only they can.Official Rap Lab Merchandise available now:https://teespring.com/stores/my-store-10494633?page=1Do you have a question that you would like The Rap Lab to answer on a future episode? Email your questions to RapLabPod@Gmail.comFollow the Rap Lab Hosts on Twitter:Alfred - @Soulja_SmoothQG - @Rainbreaker187Rap Lab...
2021-08-151h 17Rap LabThe Lox/Dipset Verzuz Battle ReviewOn this week's Rap Lab, the fellas breakdown and review the latest Verzuz battle between the Lox and Dipset with in depth analysis including a round by round scorecard.Official Rap Lab Merchandise available now:https://teespring.com/stores/my-store-10494633?page=1Do you have a question that you would like The Rap Lab to answer on a future episode? Email your questions to RapLabPod@Gmail.comFollow the Rap Lab Hosts on Twitter:Alfred - @Soulja_SmoothQG - @Rainbreaker187Rap Lab Twitter: @RapLabPod
2021-08-091h 11Rap LabThis Week in Hip Hop (08/01/21)This week on The Rap Lab, the fellas start off August hot by discussing the latest rap news including, Jay-Z's feature on Kanye West's upcoming "Donda" album, Da baby's controversial statement at Rolling Loud in Miami, Joey Badass getting praise from 50 Cent and more!Official Rap Lab Merchandise available now:https://teespring.com/stores/my-store-10494633?page=1Do you have a question that you would like The Rap Lab to answer on a future episode? Email your questions to RapLabPod@Gmail.comFollow the Rap Lab Hosts on Twitter:Alfred...
2021-08-021h 25Rap LabRappers Who Didn't Live Up To Their PotentialThis week on the Rap Lab, the fellas look at rappers who they feel did not live up to the potential star power they could have had. Episode highlights include Rev introducing the phrase "106 & Park Ass song", the fellas examining the downfall of Charles Hamilton, The abrupt end to Lauryn Hill's career and more!Official Rap Lab Merchandise available now:https://teespring.com/stores/my-store-10494633?page=1Do you have a question that you would like The Rap Lab to answer on a future episode? Email your questions to RapLabPod@Gmail.com...
2021-07-251h 47Rap LabRemembering Biz MarkieThis week on Rap Lab, the fellas discuss the life and career of "The Clown Prince of Hip Hop" Biz Markie"#RipBizMarkieOfficial Rap Lab Merchandise available now:https://teespring.com/stores/my-store-10494633?page=1Do you have a question that you would like The Rap Lab to answer on a future episode? Email your questions to RapLabPod@Gmail.comFollow the Rap Lab Hosts on Twitter:Alfred - @Soulja_SmoothQG - @Rainbreaker187Rap Lab Twitter: @RapLabPodFollow the Rap Lab...
2021-07-1947 minRap LabAsk The Rap Lab Part 6This week on the Rap Lab, the fellas answer questions including what deceased rapper would they bring back to life if they could, what their favorite hip hop movies are, why QG doesn't like Cam'ron's 'Come Home With Me' album and more!Official Rap Lab Merchandise available now:https://teespring.com/stores/my-store-10494633?page=1Do you have a question that you would like The Rap Lab to answer on a future episode? Email your questions to RapLabPod@Gmail.comFollow the Rap Lab Hosts on Twitter:Alfred - @Soulja...
2021-07-121h 07Rap LabThis Week in Hip Hop (07/04/21)This week on the Rap Lab, the fellas recap Boardwalk Budz at Atlantic City and then discuss the news including Queen Latifah's lifetime achievement award, Lil Kim challenging Nicki Minaj to a Verzuz Battle, Jay-Z not allowing Dame Dash to sell 25th anniversary copies of Reasonable Doubt and more!Official Rap Lab Merchandise available now:https://teespring.com/stores/my-store-10494633?page=1Do you have a question that you would like The Rap Lab to answer on a future episode? Email your questions to RapLabPod@Gmail.comFollow the Rap Lab Hosts...
2021-07-041h 26Rap LabAsk the Rap Lab Part 5This week on the Rap Lab, the fellas answer some of your listener questions! Find out what was asked in this episode and of course if you'd like.a future question answered send us an email!Official Rap Lab Merchandise available now:https://teespring.com/stores/my-store-10494633?page=1Do you have a question that you would like The Rap Lab to answer on a future episode? Email your questions to RapLabPod@Gmail.comFollow the Rap Lab Hosts on Twitter:Alfred - @Soulja_SmoothQG - @Rainbreaker187
2021-06-2746 minRap LabMid Season Rap Lab AwardsThis week on the Rap Lab, the fellas are dishing out awards for the half way point of the year. Who has the most anticipated album of the year upcoming? Who has had the best album so far this year? Who has had the "WHAT" moment of the year. Plus Alfred, Rev, & T.O. all go on rants of their own.Official Rap Lab Merchandise available now:https://teespring.com/stores/my-store-10494633?page=1Do you have a question that you would like The Rap Lab to answer on a future episode? Email your...
2021-06-201h 32Rap LabThis Week in Hip Hop (06/13/21)This week on the Rap Lab, the fellas are covering more news including their thoughts on Lloyd Banks new album, T.I. announcing his next album will be his last, Snoop Dogg being a consultant for Def Jam and much more.Purchase Chef Patrick Lee's Cookbook at this link:https://www.etsy.com/listing/992298497/cooking-with-pat-lee-vol1-digital?fbclid=IwAR0yXZOvq41LKxnlNML72n3vBuDX0cGI1ENvwm2MlXNFpsJ7GujPFmEArMUOfficial Rap Lab Merchandise available now:https://teespring.com/stores/my-store-10494633?page=1Do you have a question that you would like The Rap...
2021-06-141h 22Rap LabThis Week in Hip Hop (06/06/21)This week on the Rap Lab, the fellas are discussing their opinions on DMX's posthumous album Exodus, whether or not they think DJ Vlad is good for hip hop, the Funk Flex/Charlamagne beef and Charlamagne's controversial past, Drake being named artist of the year and more!Purchase Chef Patrick Lee's Cookbook at this link:https://www.etsy.com/listing/992298497/cooking-with-pat-lee-vol1-digital?fbclid=IwAR0yXZOvq41LKxnlNML72n3vBuDX0cGI1ENvwm2MlXNFpsJ7GujPFmEArMUOfficial Rap Lab Merchandise available now:https://teespring.com/stores/my-store-10494633?page=1Do you have a question...
2021-06-071h 25Rap LabBridging the Gap with Mr. FantasticThis week on the Rap Lab, the fellas chop it up with Mr. Fantastic from the Fantastic Hip Hop Podcast. The conversation revolves around bridging the gap between the different generations of hip hop, how hip hop classics are graded and so much more.Listen to the Fantastic Hip Hop podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fantastic-hip-hop-podcast/id1559538903Follow Fantastic hip hop on IG:https://www.instagram.com/fantastic_hiphop/?hl=enPurchase Chef Patrick Lee's Cookbook at this link:https://www.etsy.com/listing/992298497/cooking-with-pat-lee-vol1...
2021-05-3041 minRap LabThis Week In Hip HopThis week on The Rap Lab, T.O. is permanently back in the fold and the fellas are discussing recent hip hop news. They discuss Meek Mill not letting Rick Ross into his birthday party, Jay-Z & LL Cool J getting inducted into the Rock & Roll hall of fame, and The Universal hip hop museum among other things.Purchase Chef Patrick Lee's Cookbook at this link:https://www.etsy.com/listing/992298497/cooking-with-pat-lee-vol1-digital?fbclid=IwAR0yXZOvq41LKxnlNML72n3vBuDX0cGI1ENvwm2MlXNFpsJ7GujPFmEArMUOfficial Rap Lab Merchandise available now:https://teespring.com...
2021-05-231h 21Rap LabShooting the Breeze with Ai-QueThis week on The Rap Lab, the fellas interview Recording artist Ai-Que. Throughout the interview, Ai-Que discusses his beginnings in Philadelphia, what music inspired him, his annual event "The Gathering" and much more.Chcek out Ai-Que on Apple Music:https://music.apple.com/us/artist/ai-que/1407024167Purchase Chef Patrick Lee's Cookbook at this link:https://www.etsy.com/listing/992298497/cooking-with-pat-lee-vol1-digital?fbclid=IwAR0yXZOvq41LKxnlNML72n3vBuDX0cGI1ENvwm2MlXNFpsJ7GujPFmEArMUOfficial Rap Lab Merchandise available now:https://teespring.com/stores/my-store-10494633?page=1Do you...
2021-05-161h 23Rap LabMother's Day SpecialThis week on The Rap Lab, it's Mother's Day and the fellas discuss their favorite tracks that are about and/or dedicated to mothers. In this heartfelt episode, the fellas discuss the importance of Mother's Day, why Mothers will always be important in hip hop and even share some stories of mothers they know.Purchase Chef Patrick Lee's Cookbook at this link:https://www.etsy.com/listing/992298497/cooking-with-pat-lee-vol1-digital?fbclid=IwAR0yXZOvq41LKxnlNML72n3vBuDX0cGI1ENvwm2MlXNFpsJ7GujPFmEArMUOfficial Rap Lab Merchandise available now:https://teespring.com/stores/my-store-10494633?page=1
2021-05-0953 minRap LabSay Their Names, Know Their Stories: How Hip Hop and Police Brutality Against Minorities Go Hand in HandThis week on The Rap Lab, the fellas revisit episode 17 of the show and further the conversation about police brutality. The fellas share their own experiences with police, give their opinions on police culture, and how hip hop has become a platform to speak out against police brutality against minorities.Know their names, the victims of police brutality:https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=&ved=2ahUKEwiFxvSf6qvwAhXRl-AKHZBFB7MQFjAAegQIBRAD&url=https%3A%2F%2Finteractive.aljazeera.com%2Faje%2F2020%2Fknow-their-names%2Findex.html&usg=AOvVaw3EulPZunMbeZSqtcjnXtHUPurchase...
2021-05-021h 48Rap LabMethod Man/Redman Verzuz ReviewThis week on the Rap Lab Podcast, QG is absent so T.O. returns to fill in for him! The fellas breakdown the recent Method Man/Redman Verzuz battle and they each have a scorecard for the battle.RIP Shock GPurchase Chef Patrick Lee's Cookbook at this link:https://www.etsy.com/listing/992298497/cooking-with-pat-lee-vol1-digital?fbclid=IwAR0yXZOvq41LKxnlNML72n3vBuDX0cGI1ENvwm2MlXNFpsJ7GujPFmEArMUOfficial Rap Lab Merchandise available now:https://teespring.com/stores/my-store-10494633?page=1Do you have a question that you...
2021-04-251h 40Rap LabPosthumous AlbumsThis week on The Rap Lab Podcast, the fellas are discussing posthumous albums. The fellas tackle whether posthumous albums are necessary, if thy are exploitation, and why they tend to sell better than the artist's catalog when they're alive. Also, the fellas pick their favorite deceased rappers and guess which 5 artists would feature if that artist would have a posthumous album.RIP Black RobPurchase Chef Patrick Lee's Cookbook at this link:https://www.etsy.com/listing/992298497/cooking-with-pat-lee-vol1-digital?fbclid=IwAR0yXZOvq41LKxnlNML72n3vBuDX0cGI1ENvwm2MlXNFpsJ7GujPFmEArMU...
2021-04-181h 00Rap LabCelebrating The Life & Career of DMXOn this episode of The Rap Lab Podcast, the fellas share their favorite memories and moments from the life and career of the late DMX.RIP DMXOfficial Rap Lab Merchandise available now:https://teespring.com/stores/my-store-10494633?page=1Do you have a question that you would like The Rap Lab to answer on a future episode? Email your questions to RapLabPod@Gmail.comFollow the Rap Lab Hosts on Twitter:Alfred - @Soulja_SmoothQG - @Rainbreaker187Rap Lab Twitter: @RapLabPod
2021-04-111h 06Rap LabThe Biggie vs Tupac DebateOn this edition of the Rap Lab Podcast, the fellas are joined by Erik's wife, Jessica to debate several topics between Biggie & 2Pac. Discussion points include who had the better crew, who was more lyrical, who.had the better singles and who was more street. This is an episode you do not want to miss.Official Rap Lab Merchandise available now:https://teespring.com/stores/my-store-10494633?page=1Do you have a question that you would like The Rap Lab to answer on a future episode? Email your questions to RapLabPod@Gmail.com
2021-04-042h 39Rap LabOverrated? Underrated? Trash? or Not Applicable?This week on The Rap Lab Podcast, QG is back and things get controversial. The fellas throw out random names and decide if that rapper is overrated, underrated, trash, or if he is neither of the 3. Episode highlights include Alfred calling one of the all time greats "overrated", QG refusing to give French Montana any props, and Erik not wanting to give a certain Compton rapper as much credit as Alfred and QG do.Official Rap Lab Merchandise available now:https://teespring.com/stores/my-store-10494633?page=1Do you have a question that you...
2021-03-282h 42Rap LabRaekwon/Ghostface Killah Verzuz ReviewThis week on the Rap Lab, Alfred & Erik review this weekend's Raekwon/Ghostface Killah Verzuz battle. They go round by round and decide who ultimately was the winner. They also talk about the guest appearances and the fun had throughout the battle.Official Rap Lab Merchandise available now:https://teespring.com/stores/my-store-10494633?page=1Do you have a question that you would like The Rap Lab to answer on a future episode? Email your questions to RapLabPod@Gmail.comFollow the Rap Lab Hosts on Twitter:Alfred - @Soulja...
2021-03-211h 22Rap LabUnderrated AlbumsThis week on The Rap Lab Podcast, Alfred and Erik are discussing albums they feel have not gotten the play and respect they deserve. Throughout the episode, the fellas pick ten albums that they make a case for the listeners to check out. They define what makes an album underrated, go over production and some of the tracks. Check out the episode to hear what albums make the list.Official Rap Lab Merchandise available now:https://teespring.com/stores/my-store-10494633?page=1Do you have a question that you would like The Rap Lab...
2021-03-1453 minRap LabThe Music We Drive ToThis week on the Rap Lab Podcast, with QG taking a break, Alfred and Erik are discussing what they listen to when they're in the car. Episode highlights include the fellas discussing what music doesn't make for a good listening experience during a drive, how a sound system is key to determining what to listen to, and why neither listen to the radio.Official Rap Lab Merchandise available now:https://teespring.com/stores/my-store-10494633?page=1Do you have a question that you would like The Rap Lab to answer on a future episode...
2021-03-0759 minRap LabRappers That We Would Put in OfficeThis week on The Rap Lab, the fellas are using their creativity and are trying to fit various artists, producers and executives in hip hop into different political positions. Episode highlights include Alfred naming a sleeper pick for secretary of defense, QG's pick for a state governor that made Alfred scratch his head, and Erik detailing which icon he'd like to see as The President.Official Rap Lab Merchandise available now:https://teespring.com/stores/my-store-10494633?page=1Do you have a question that you would like The Rap Lab to answer on a...
2021-02-281h 45Rap LabChoppin' It Up with Kalah BishopThis week on The Rap Lab Podcast, the fellas are joined by hip hop recording artist Kalah Bishop to discuss her career. Throughout the interview, Kalah discusses what it was like growing up in Buffalo, artists that influenced her career, what motivated her to rap, her goals in the rap game and so much more in a can't miss episode. Also, be sure to stay tuned the entire episode as Kalah’s song “2020” plays at the end of the episode!Official Rap Lab Merchandise available now:https://teespring.com/stores/my-store-10494633?page=1Do you ha...
2021-02-211h 06Rap LabThe Decline of New York Hip HopThis week on The Rap Lab Podcast, the fellas discuss why New York is no longer the rap capital of the world. The fellas discuss the period of time where everything was coming out of New York, the West Coast's reign of dominance in the late 80's & early 90's, why they feel New York lost it after Biggie's death and their opinions on whether or not New York can have a hip hop resurgence.Official Rap Lab Merchandise available now:https://teespring.com/stores/my-store-10494633?page=1Do you have a question that you...
2021-02-141h 58Rap LabEminemThis week on The Rap Lab Podcast, The fellas are joined by not one, but two guests. Alfred's high school classmate, recording artist and podcaster Nivlac Lemaj & Erik's and Detroit native Jessica stop by the lab to discuss any and everything Eminem. Highlights of the discussion include Alfred continuing his gripe about Em handling 2Pac's tapes, Nivlac not thinking Encore was as bad as everyone else saying it was, Jessica's personal account from the night Proof was killed, QG detailing Eminem going after a Philadelphia hip hop legend and Erik detailing how Proof & Royce da 5'9" squashed their differences.
2021-02-072h 55Rap LabFunkmaster Flex's Top 50 Living Rappers List ExaminedThis week on The one year anniversary of The Rap Lab Podcast, in what is the longest episode in the history of the show, the fellas dissect Funkmaster Flex's list of who he thinks are the top 50 rappers alive. The fellas examine all fifty picks, determine who they would stay, who would be removed and who would be added. Episode highlights include QG further expressing his dislike for Dipset era Cam'Ron, Erik (to the surprise of QG & Alfred) removing "The King of the South", and Alfred addressing Funkmaster Flex in the same manner Funkmaster Flex would address the public.
2021-01-313h 28Rap LabMental Health & Hip HopThis week, on what is the deepest episode of The Rap Lab in history, the fellas are joined by the host of "Conversations of the Heart", Terrence Tillman to discuss mental health in hip hop. Throughout this episode, the fellas each get candid and open up about some of the traumatic experiences in their lives and talk about how mental health is viewed in society. They also make a large soundtrack of songs to help people who have mental health issues cope with their pain. If anyone is ever feeling down, lost, or suicidal feel free to...
2021-01-242h 42Rap LabMobb DeepThis week on The Rap Lab Podcast, the fellas welcome longtime friend of the show Illey-E to the pod to discuss any and all things Mobb Deep. Episode highlights include QG telling a story about an encounter between Prodigy and Big Pun, Erik details how bootlegging effected Mobb Deep's "Murda Muzik", Alfred revealing which Mobb Deep album he's "not checking for", and T.O. letting Alfred have an earful for liking Mobb Deep's time on G-Unit.Official Rap Lab Merchandise available now:https://teespring.com/stores/my-store-10494633?page=1Do you have a question...
2021-01-173h 06Rap LabPopular Rap GroupsThis week on the Rap Lab Podcast, the band is back together as for the first time in a long time, all 4 hosts are on the same episode. The fellas proceed to chop it up about a number of rap groups and the successes and failures of their members. Episode highlights include QG telling the other co-hosts who they would be if they were members of A Tribe Called Quest, Alfred detailing which of The Hot Boys he ranks as the best in the group, Erik giving an oral history of Wu-Tang, and T.O. breaking down The Leaders...
2021-01-102h 41Rap LabClassic Albums & Their SequelsOn the first episode of The Rap Lab of 2021, Alfred & QG announce that Erik has permanently joined the show as a co-host and they proceed to take a look at some classic albums and their sequels. The fellas will try and determine if the sequel lived up to the acclaim of the original. Episode highlights include a moment of silence for the recently deceased MF Doom, Alfred comparing Lil Wayne to famous pro athletes, QG giving a ferocious breakdown of Nas' Stillmatic, and Erik going through the entire Run the Jewels catalog.Official Rap Lab Merchandise available...
2021-01-032h 34Rap Lab2020 Hip-Hop Year in ReviewOn the final Rap Lab Podcast episode of the year 2020, Alfred & QG are joined again by long time friend of the show, "The Rev Barber" Erik Ruiz to take a look back at the most notable moments, unfortunate deaths, and greatest albums of 2020. Episode highlights include a discussion about Ageism in hip hop and the negative effects it has on the culture, episode long props being given to Buffalo, New York, and imagining the heights Pop Smoke would've risen to had it not been for his untimely murder.Official Rap Lab Merchandise available now:https...
2020-12-272h 10Rap LabToo $hort/E-40 Verzuz Battle BreakdownThis week on The Rap Lab Podcast, Alfred & QG breakdown the battle of the Bay, the E-40 vs Too $hort Verzuz battle. The fellas discuss the moments when they first heard both artists, their thoughts on both men's catalogs, notable beefs the two have been engaged in, and how they would score the battle.Official Rap Lab Merchandise available now:https://teespring.com/stores/my-store-10494633?page=1Do you have a question that you would like The Rap Lab to answer on a future episode? Email your questions to RapLabPod@Gmail.com...
2020-12-201h 33Rap LabPainting the Picture with Mic PicassoThis week on The Rap Lab Podcast, not only is T.O. back but QG's life long friend, Recording Artist Mic Picasso drops by to talk about his rap career and a slew of other topics. Episode highlights include Mic detailing how he settled on his stage name, QG and Mic doing a lot of reminiscing about their high school days, an amazing story about rap beats being made with just a fist and a quarter, Alfred doing an impression of the host of And 1 basketball and the first ever (and unforgettable) Rap Lab freestyle cypher with verses from...
2020-12-132h 15Rap LabAsk The Rap Lab Part 4This week on The Rap Lab Podcast, QG is unavailable but T.O. checks back in as he and Alfred answer more listener questions. Episode highlights include the fellas talking about their favorite and least favorite 2Pac movies, T.O. having to choose which he would never listen to ever again if forced to between The Roots & Gang Starr, Alfred channeling his inner Too $hort, and the fellas receiving an email all the way from Hong Kong.Official Rap Lab Merchandise available now:https://teespring.com/stores/my-store-10494633?page=1Do you have a...
2020-12-061h 40Rap LabPhiladelphiaThis week on the Rap Lab Podcast, Alfred and QG are joined by Philadelphia native and the host of "The Cool Podcast with The Cool Brother", Malik Long, to discuss the history of Philadelphia hip hop. Episode highlights include Malik revealing which Philly emcee lived around his way back in the day, QG detailing which modern day Philly rapper he likes much to Alfred's surprise, and Alfred trying to vouch for a Philadelphia rapper that neither QG or Malik like.Official Rap Lab Merchandise available now:https://teespring.com/stores/my-store-10494633?page=1Do...
2020-11-292h 05Rap LabDream Verzuz BattlesThis week on The Rap Lab podcast, coming off the heels of the recent Jeezy/Gucci Mane Verzuz Battle, Alfred & QG get creative and describe what Verzuz Battles they'd love to see including what songs the artists would select, why the artists were matched up with each other and who would win the battles. Episode highlights include Alfred dreaming up a matchup of two legendary New York hip hop groups with two totally different sounds, QG picking a "student vs. teacher" battle, Alfred doing a Ronald Isley impression and QG catching Alfred in his usual antics.Official...
2020-11-221h 48Rap LabConversations with AirospaceThis week on The Rap Lab podcast, Alfred & QG chop it up with hip hop recording artist Airospace. Episode highlights include Airospace detailing what it was like to live in Maryland during the Beltway Sniper attacks in 2002, how his partnership with Sprite came about, and the vast amount of anime he enjoys watching.Official Rap Lab Merchandise available now:https://teespring.com/stores/my-store-10494633?page=1Do you have a question that you would like The Rap Lab to answer on a future episode? Email your questions to RapLabPod@Gmail.comFollow...
2020-11-1558 minRap LabDream Collaborative AlbumsThis week on The Rap Lab Podcast, the fellas play fantasy A & R as they think up what collaborative albums they wished existed. Episode highlights include the fellas wondering why a collective group all signed to the same record label never made an album, why a "native" collective of rappers never collaborated and why a powerhouse east coast label marketed the "Big Mack" separately but never had them collaborate much.Official Rap Lab Merchandise available now:https://teespring.com/stores/my-store-10494633?page=1Do you have a question that you would like The Rap...
2020-11-091h 57Rap LabAsk the Rap Lab Part 3This week on the Rap Lab Podcast, the fellas are once again answering listener questions. Episode highlights include T.O. revealing "What's The Dealio", QG once again having to defend himself for the Wale episode, and Alfred going on an epic rant about why he thinks Mannie Fresh got robbed in his Versuz battle against Scott Storch.Please Arrest the cops who killed Breonna Taylor.Do you have a question that you would like The Rap Lab to answer on a future episode? Email your questions to RapLabPod@Gmail.comFollow the Rap...
2020-11-011h 05Rap LabDe La SoulThis week on The Rap Lab Podcast, the fellas discuss the music and career of hip hop group De La Soul. Episode highlights include discussion about De La Soul's sound and vibe changes throughout the course of their discography, their clever use of skits, and the battle for the rights to their back catalog.Please Arrest the cops who killed Breonna Taylor.Do you have a question that you would like The Rap Lab to answer on a future episode? Email your questions to RapLabPod@Gmail.comFollow the Rap Lab Hosts on...
2020-10-251h 52Rap LabTrue Crime: The Streets of Hip HopThis week on The Rap Lab, the fellas are discussing the criminal pasts of some of the biggest names in hip hop. The court cases and criminal histories of artists and moguls such as 2Pac, Snoop Dogg, Suge Knight, Puff Daddy and more are discussed in great detail.Please Arrest the cops who killed Breonna Taylor.Do you have a question that you would like The Rap Lab to answer on a future episode? Email your questions to RapLabPod@Gmail.comFollow the Rap Lab Hosts on IG:Alfred - @Soulja...
2020-10-182h 46Rap LabAsk The Rap Lab Part 2This week on The Rap Lab podcast, T.O. is back as the fellas continue to answer listener questions. Episode highlights include T.O.'s family tree being explained, QG revealing the meaning by his name, and Alfred's explanation on how the divide between women and men cam about in hip hop.Please Arrest the cops who killed Breonna Taylor.Do you have a question that you would like The Rap Lab to answer on a future episode? Email your questions to RapLabPod@Gmail.comFollow the Rap Lab Hosts on IG:
2020-10-162h 06Rap LabAsk The Rap LabFor the first time ever on the Rap Lab Podcast, Alfred and QG are without T.O. and since a third of the group is away on business, Alfred and QG are answering listener questions that were submitted via email. Episode highlights include QG breaking down and reiterating why he thinks Lil Wayne has no classics, Alfred doubling back on his stance on Eminem producing posthumous 2Pac songs, and a listener writing in criticizing Alfred's vocal ability.Please Arrest the cops who killed Breonna Taylor.Do you have a question that you would like The...
2020-10-041h 23Rap LabSkits, Interludes, Intro's & Outro'sThis week on The Rap Lab Podcast, the fellas are back and discussing their all time favorite skits, interludes, intros and outros. Episode highlights include Alfred getting annoyed with skits that are on the same track as a song, QG discussing the skit skit from Ice Cube's "Death Certificate" album that takes place in a clinic, and T.O. breaking down the difference between a skit and an interview.Please Arrest the cops who killed Breonna Taylor.Do you have a question that you would like The Rap Lab to answer on a future episode...
2020-09-271h 41Rap LabWaleThis week on The Rap Lab Podcast, the fellas discuss one of Alfred's favorite and one of QG's least favorite rappers, Wale. Episode highlights include T.O. Questioning how Wale fits in with the rest of Maybach Music Group, Alfred comparing Wale's knack for songs marketed toward women with two Queens rap legends, and QG's episode long criticism of Wale.Please Arrest the cops who killed Breonna Taylor.Do you have a question that you would like The Rap Lab to answer on a future episode? Email your questions to RapLabPod@Gmail.com...
2020-09-231h 14Rap LabDrizzy, K. Dot or Cole?This week on The Rap Lab Podcast, the fellas are debating which rapper has been the most dominant in the past decade, Drake, J. Cole, or Kendrick Lamar? Episode highlights include Alfred poking fun at J. Cole for "letting down" a rap legend, QG discussing what made Kendrick Lamar different than those from Compton who came before him, and T.O. speaking on which Cole album he likes the most.Please Arrest the cops who killed Breonna Taylor.Do you have a question that you would like The Rap Lab to answer on a future...
2020-09-132h 26Rap LabConversations with Tasha DigitalThis week on The Rap Lab Podcast, the fellas chop it up with music historian, music supervisor, and content creator Tasha Digital as they discuss a myriad of topics related to hip hop. Episode highlights include Tasha stating why she hates the remastered version of The Notorious B.I.G.'s "Machine Gun Funk, Alfred's offer to anyone who listens to this week's episode, QG poses a question about artists staying true to their image, and T.O. brings up familiarity of the towns in New York hip hop north of the Bronx.Please Arrest the cops...
2020-08-301h 26Rap LabThis week on The Rap Lab Podcast, the fellas are joined by DJ, videographer and photographer Tawasi Clarke as they reminisce about the year 1997 in hip hop. Episode highlights include Alfred explaining what he felt was a "sucker move" on The Notorious B.I.G.'s album "Life After Death", Tawasi discussing the spot in Flatbush where he copped his CD's, QG discussing Bad Boy samples on their records, and T.O. discussing his contempt about a certain album from LL Cool J.Please Arrest the cops who killed Breonna Taylor.Do you have a...
2020-08-232h 32Rap LabLadies FirstThis week on the Rap Lab Podcast, QG's homegirl Melina drops by to discuss some of the best female rappers to ever grace the mic. In what is the longest episode of the Rap Lab to date, the fellas with the help of Melina go all the way back to the 70's and go on a roller coaster ride all the way to the present day when discussing female rappers. Episode highlights include T.O. detailing the time he ran into yet another rap legend, Alfred angrily recalling which female rapper upset him when he went to see her...
2020-08-163h 11Rap LabAlbums That Disappointed UsThis Week on The Rap Lab Podcast, the fellas are back and discussing Albums by their favorite rappers that happened to disappoint them. Episode highlights include Alfred comparing his rap idol to Michael Jordan during his tenure with the Washington Wizards, QG picking apart the sophomore album of a west coast rap icon, and T.O. ferociously debating with Alfred over an album from one of Queensbridge's greatest duos.Please Arrest the cops who killed Breonna Taylor.Do you have a question that you would like The Rap Lab to answer on a future episode...
2020-08-092h 03Rap LabNotable Latino RappersThis week on The Rap Lab Podcast, the fellas are joined noted photographer, graphic, designer and hip hop head Johnny who also happens to be the creator of the current Rap Lab logo. Collectively, the fellas and Johnny discuss and go through the history of many of the culture's Latino rhyme spitters. Episode highlights include QG detailing the legal troubles of the hispanic twins on a certain New Orleans based record label, T.O. discussing how Pitbull went from working closely with Lil Jon and making gangsta music to becoming a pop star, Alfred attempting to sing the hook...
2020-08-092h 04Rap LabThe Regional Hip Hop Starter KitThis Week on The Rap Lab Podcast, the fellas are back and discussing which albums and artists they would recommend to people who were looking to be introduced to regional rap that they have never listened to before. Episode highlights include Alfred & QG going back and forth on whether Cam'ron and Dipset "brought Harlem back" or not, T.O. & Alfred debating which of 2Pac's albums better represent California, and Q.G.'s salute to one of Battle Rap's finest from the Lou. Also, Uncle Ruckus makes a hilarious return!Please Arrest the cops who killed Breonna Taylor.
2020-08-022h 29Rap LabKanye WestThis week on the Rap Lab Podcast, the fellas are joined by Alfred's high school classmate, rapper Nivlac Lemaj to discuss the career of Kanye West. From humble beginnings as a ghost producer to his potential presidential candidacy, everything Kanye is discussed. Episode highlights include Alfred expressing that he could hear the pain and anguish of Kanye despite the auto tune that was all over "808's & Heartbreak", T.O. describing Kanye's newfound spirituality as him joining a "cult", Nivlac having a change of heart about "My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy" after listening to it now that he's older and...
2020-07-121h 56Rap LabThe Legacy of The Wu-Tang ClanThis week on The Rap Lab Podcast, The Rap Lab Podcast is for the children. The fellas are back and for the first time in Rap Lab history, they are joined by a guest co-host. "The Rev Barber" Erik Ruiz drops in to discuss any and everything Wu-Tang Clan with the fellas on this week's episode. Episode highlights include Alfred revealing how surprised he was that "Enter the 36 Chambers" was recorded on water damaged studio equipment, T.O. recalling how his mother met ODB, QG Imitating his favorite martial arts, Wu-Tang inspired skits, and Erik breaking down key Wu...
2020-07-051h 32Rap LabThe Life & Times of Tupac ShakurThis week on the Rap Lab Podcast, the fellas are discussing the life and career of 2Pac. Everything here is covered, from the Music, to the movies, to the legal troubles, to his personal life. Episode highlights include T.O. doing his best impersonation of Pac's character Bishop in Juice, QG detailing all the beefs Pac had while on Death Row Records, and Alfred explaining why 2Pacalypse Now is one of his least favorite Pac albums.Do you have a question that you would like The Rap Lab to answer on a future episode? Email your questions...
2020-06-281h 40Rap LabOne Hit WondersThis week on the Rap Lab Podcast, the fellas are back and have collectively compiled a list of the top 15 "One Hit Wonders" in hip hop history. Episode highlights include QG issuing a bold challenge to the listeners of the pod, Alfred attempting to stick up for Trinidad James, and T.O. shockingly saying that one of his favorite all time duos should have cracked the list.Do you have a question that you would like The Rap Lab to answer on a future episode? Email your questions to RapLabPod@Gmail.comFollow the Rap...
2020-06-211h 39Rap LabMaster P & No Limit RecordsThis Week on The Rap Lab, the fellas are chatting it up about one of Alfred's favorite rap artists, Master P. Every and anything Master P is discussed from his early days running a record store to having the most lopsided, artist favored deal in music history, to playing in the NBA. Episode highlights include T.O. giving props to the No Limit marketing style, Alfred having an issue with a legendary professional wrestler that had an interaction with P on WCW Monday Nitro, and QG describing the album artwork style that No Limit was infamous for....
2020-06-141h 33Rap LabPolice Brutality, Racism, Politics & The Hip-Hop CultureThis week on the most emotionally charged and serious episode of the Rap Lab Podcast, the fellas touch on the recent events surrounding George Floyd and the Minnesota Police Department, as well as how the culture & hip-hop have responded to not only this incident but similar incidents in the past. Episode highlights include T.O. recalling the Amadou Diallo incident and how it was a theme for Wyclef Jean, Alfred detailing how he feels when he gets into his car, and QG detailing George Floyd's links to the Houston hip-hop scene.Recommended songs on the topic by...
2020-06-071h 17Rap LabThe 1995 Source AwardsThis week on the Rap Lab, the fellas are back and discussing the 1995 Source Awards. That night was shrouded with infamy for several reasons including a then unknown Atlanta Rap duo getting booed off the stage years before they became legends, the tension caused that continued an intercoastal rap war, and A music mogul declaring he's going to die in the same region he lives. Episode highlights include QG breaking down what The Source Magazine meant to hip hop at that time, Alfred almost having an aneurysm trying to figure out how Craig Mack's "Flava in Ya Ear" won...
2020-05-311h 25Rap LabThis week on The Rap Lab, for the first time ever, the fellas aren't in the same room, but this doesn't stop them from discussing the importance of the year 1994 in the world of hip hop. From a neighboring being resurrected on the lyrics of a 20 year old kid, to a group of emcees putting a borough not known for hip hop on the map, to a west coast artist catapulting two record labels into further superstardom on the strength of one record, the fellas discuss any and everything that has to do with 1994. Episode highlights include QG breaking...
2020-05-241h 23Rap LabRappers & Their CrewsDoes your favorite rapper have friends or relatives that they put onto the game? This week on The Rap lab, the fellas are back and discussing rappers and their crews. Episode highlights include Alfred revealing which group "he's not checking for" without their leader, who T.O. felt got marketed more in a certain Brooklyn based rap group and QG going after Alfred after mentioning The Hit Squad.Do you have a question that you would like The Rap Lab to answer on a future episode? Email your questions to RapLabPod@Gmail.comFollow the...
2020-05-171h 31Rap LabOur Favorite Rapper/Producer DuosDo you have a favorite Rapper and Producer combo that were an official duo? DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince? Pete Rock & CL Smooth? Eric B. & Rakim? Well this week on The Rap Lab Podcast, the fellas discuss their favorite Rapper and Producer Duos. Episode highlights include T.O. revealing what instrument he enjoys hearing in rap songs, Alfred reciting what he calls "the greatest rap line in Queens history" and QG and T.O. knowing how to "shut Alfred down".Do you have a question that you would like The Rap Lab to answer on a...
2020-05-041h 07Rap LabThe Effect of The Radio DJThis week on the Rap Lab Podcast, the fellas get together to discuss the effects of radio DJs and personalities who had an effect on artists and hip hop as a whole overall. Episode highlights include the fellas breaking down the Hot 97/Power 105 feud, T.O. not wanting to talk about a certain radio personality, Alfred finding out live while recording the show that Angie Martinez was a rapper, and QG trying to tell Alfred that he has "flipped" on KRS-One.Do you have a question that you would like The Rap Lab to answer on a...
2020-04-261h 10Rap LabRappers That Were Bad Fits on Their LabelsFor the first time in 2 weeks, The Rap Lab Podcast is back. This week, the fellas get together to discuss rappers who they felt did not belong on the record labels that they were signed to. Episode highlights include Alfred discussing his feelings on Common while he was on GOOD Music, QG speaking on Petey Pablo and his odd choice of song topic and music video, and T.O. feeling why most of the G-Unit roster in 2005 getting lost in the shuffle. Plus, the Rap Lab theme debuts on this episode.Do you have a question that...
2020-04-191h 19Rap LabOur Favorite Record LabelsThis week on The Rap Lab, the fellas discuss their favorite hip hop record labels of all time. Not only do they name them but they give multiple reasons why `they pick them. Episode highlights include Alfred shedding some insight on banned artwork while getting tongue tied, T.O. descrbes his least favorite Mase song, and QG going over the Young Money roster in the most comedic fashion.Do you have a question that you would like The Rap Lab to answer on a future episode? Email your questions to RapLabPod@Gmail.comFollow the...
2020-03-291h 03Rap LabThe Hip Hop & Sports ConnectionThis week on The Rap Lab, the fellas take a look at the correlation and side by side relationship between the worlds of hip hop and professional sports. Episode highlights include T.O. reminiscing about hip hop tracks being featured on sports video games, QG describing his favorite boxing hip-hop entrance, and Alfred reciting one of his favorite Biggie lines ever.Do you have a question that you would like The Rap Lab to answer on a future episode? Email your questions to RapLabPod@Gmail.comFollow the Rap Lab Hosts on IG:...
2020-03-2256 minRap LabRappers On the Big ScreenOn this week's episode of The Rap Lab, the fellas are discussing their favorite rappers who also doubled as actors. Episode highlights include Alfred giving a certain rapper and mogul his due for his role in a stage play, T.O. reciting his favorite line from Ice-T in New Jack City, and Q.G. describes what three episodes of the Fresh Prince of Bel-Air foreshadowed the prolific actor that he would become.Do you have a question that you would like The Rap Lab to answer on a future episode? Email your questions to RapLabPod@Gmail.com
2020-02-181h 08Rap LabMovie SoundtracksOn this week's episode of The Rap Lab, the fellas discuss some of their favorite hip hop movie soundtracks. The fellas also discuss why soundtracks were important at one time and what made them special. Episode highlights include T.O. explaining why he feels "Straight up Menace" by MC Eiht is one of the greatest soundtrack songs ever, Alfred singing the hook to "In My Lifetime (Remix)" by Jay-Z, and Q.G. doing the greatest impression ever heard from a hip hop based movie.Follow the Rap Lab Hosts on IG:Alfred - @Soulja_Smooth
2020-02-1849 minRap LabWhich Year Was Better? 1996 or 1998?This week on the Rap Lab Podcast, the fellas are divided. Alfred attempts to argue that 1996 was the greatest year in hip hop while Q.G. & T.O. team up to counter that 1998 was the greatest year in hip hop. Episode highlights include Q.G. running down the No Limit Records releases in 1998 that Alfred owns on CD in the most comedic fashion, Alfred arguing quality of music trumps record sales, and T.O. making arguments that 1998 was the year that put both DMX and Fat Joe on the map.Follow the Rap Lab Hosts on IG:
2020-02-1844 minRap LabPhysical Media vs. Digital StreamingHow do you prefer to listen to your hip hop? Would you rather listen to your music digitally via a streaming service or do you prefer vinyl or CD? This week, the fellas discuss the pros & cons of both having their music available physically and digitally on streaming services. Episode highlights include Alfred describing how much he has had to spend hunting down out of print albums on CD that aren't on Tidal & Apple Muisc, Q.G. being frustrated that only half of the tracks of one of his favorite albums are available on Apple Music, T.O. reveals...
2020-02-181h 15Rap LabBeefEver seen two rappers who have a serious issue with each other? If so, then you're witnessing a conflict , known in the rap world as Beef. On this week's rap lab, the fellas discuss the greatest rap beefs of all time. Episode highlights include Alfred describing why Eazy-E was a "real chess player", T.O. describes which record contributed to Jay-Z losing in his beef with Nas, Q.G. breaks down the radio wars, T.O. talks about which Cam'Ron song he felt did not need a remix, Q.G. talks about what occurrences hurt him as a lifelong...
2020-02-161h 23Rap LabThe Classics DebateIn the most extensive episode of the Rap Lab Podcast yet, the fellas are going through the catalog of some of their favorite rappers and debating which of their albums can be considered classics. In this episode the fellas define what a classic is in their opinion as well as giving a criteria of how they determine an album to be a classic. Episode highlights include Alfred being given a nickname on the podcast due to his "generosity", QG treating this debate like "A Game of Spades", T.O. gives a unique selection of classics from LL Cool J's...
2020-02-101h 47Rap LabPosse CutsEver heard 4 or more of your favorite rappers on the same song? If so, then you've listened to a posse cut. In this episode of Rap Lab, the fellas discuss what makes a song a posse cut and what some of their favorite posse cuts are. The following is a list of posse cuts the fellas recommend as some of their favorites:Run DMC featuring Nas & Prodigy - Queens DaySoulja Slim featuring Master P, Silkk the Shocker, Full Blooded, Tre Nitty, The Gambino Family, Big Ed, Prime Suspects, Mac, Kane & Abel, Magic & Snoop Dogg...
2020-02-021h 22Rap LabHow Did We Get Here?It's the inaugural episode of the Rap Lab Podcast. On this episode, the fellas discuss how they met each other, what motivated them to start this podcast and how they fell in love with hip hop. Also, Alfred & QG detail the first albums that they bought with their own money and T.O. describes an early encounter in his life with a New York Rap legend.Follow the Rap Lab Hosts on IG:Alfred - @Soulja_SmoothQG - @rainbreaker187T.O. - @bkcitylegend89Rap Lab IG...
2020-01-2700 min
Hip Hop Social Worker Multi MediaService featuring Wendy AdamsonConnected with Wendy Adamson out of Southern California. Wendy is an Author, counselor, activist, mother, speaker and facilitates writing retreats. She has been working in the mental health and addictions field for 20 years and also was kind enough to share her personal challenges she had to overcome. Check out her story on this episode and go over to her website for more information about Wendy (wendyadamson.com).
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2019-12-3036 min