Shows
Tale Of The TapesKiller Mike (2003) & Joe Budden (2003)Episode 31 is a brief history and scoring of southern rapper Killer Mike (2003) & Joe Budden (2003) as we continue on in the calendar year of 2003.2024-10-301h 17
Tale Of The TapesJean Grae (2002) & Smilez & Southstar (2002)Episode 28 is a brief history and breakdown of female emcee Jean Grae (2002) and 1 hit wonder, southern hip hop duo, Smilez & Southstar (2002) as we move towards the end of 2002!2024-10-0947 min
Tale Of The TapesJournalist (2002) & Cage (2002)Episode 27 is a brief history and scoring of underground artists Journalist (2002) & Cage (2002) as we move closer to the end of 2002.2024-10-0229 min
Tale Of The TapesRoy Jones Jr. (2002) & Copywrite (2002)Episode 26 is a brief history and scoring of boxer Roy Jones Jr. (2002) & Copywrite (2002) as we continue on in the calendar year of 2002. 2024-09-251h 34
Tale Of The TapesCeeLo Green (2002) & Mac Lethal (2002)Episode 25 is a brief history and scoring of CeeLo Green (2002) & Mac Lethal (2002) as we continue on in the calendar year of 2002. 2024-06-1936 min
Tale Of The TapesNon Phixion (2002)Episode 24 is a brief history and scoring of all three official members Ill Bill, Sabac Red, and Goretex of Brooklyn underground hip hop group, Non Phixion (2002) as we continue on in the calendar year of 2002. 2024-06-1258 min
Tale Of The TapesEl-P (2002) & Juicy J (2002)Episode 23 is a brief history and scoring of Bad Company member, producer/rapper, El-P (2002) as well as the only member of Memphis group, Three 6 Mafia, to make the cut; Juicy J (2002). Bad Company was out in 1995, so accidentally, we are covering El-P later than we should. Three 6 Mafia was also out in 1995, however, Juicy J was the only member of the group to qualify for the study so Three 6 Mafia and all their material won't count. Taking all that into consideration, we will cover each artist from when their debut solo albums came out in 2002.2024-06-0544 min
Tale Of The TapesPusha T (2002) & Sage Francis (2002)Episode 22 is a brief history and scoring of Clipse member Pusha T (2002) and underground artist Sage Francis (2002) as we continue on in the calendar year of 2002.2024-05-291h 33
Tale Of The TapesRoyce Da 5'9" (2002) & Lil' Flip (2000)Episode 21 is a brief history and scoring of Royce Da 5'9" (2000) and Lil' Flip (2002) as we enter a new calender year of 2002 here today. On today’s episode, we get a special feature from R-Forms again!2024-05-221h 23
Tale Of The TapesVirtuoso (2001) & G. Dep (2001)Episode 20 is a brief history and scoring of underground hip hop artist and Army Of The Pharoahs member, Virtuoso (2001) and Bad Boy artist G. Dep (2001) who are the very last artists in the calendar year of 2001!2024-05-151h 32
Tale Of The TapesCunninLyngsuists (2001)Episode 19 is a brief history and scoring of southern underground hip hop group, CunninLynguists (2001) as we near the end of our calendar year of 2001!2024-05-0854 min
Tale Of The TapesSeason 2: The 90's Outro: Tech N9ne (1999) & Coo Coo Cal (1999)Episode 66 is not only a brief history and scoring of independent artist Tech N9ne (1999) and one hit wonder, Coo Coo Cal (1999), but this is the very last episode in Season 2: The 90's! We will now be taking almost a 14 month break before we return with Season 3: The New Millenium! Thank you to everyone for following over the years and all your feedback and input. We will be back soon enough on Wednesday, January 3rd, 2024 at 5:00 PM. Until then, Tale Of The Tapes, peaceee!2022-10-191h 27
Tale Of The TapesInspectah Deck (1999) & U-God (1999)Episode 65 is a brief history and scoring of two of the last three Wu-Tang members left in the study, The Rebel INS, Inspectah Deck (1999) and Golden Arms, U-God (1999) as this is the next to last episode in Season 2: The 90's!2022-10-1241 min
Tale Of The TapesEve (1999) & Solé (1999)Episode 64 is a brief history and scoring of Eve (1999) and Solé (1999) as we have just 2 more episodes left in Season 2:The 90's!2022-10-0531 min
Tale Of The TapesLil Cease (1999) & Ludacris (1999)Welcome back to Tale Of The Tapes for episode 63 which is a brief history and scoring of Bad Boy's, Lil Cease (1999) and Ludacris (1999) as we return from our summer break for our last 4 episodes of Season 2:The 90's!2022-09-2827 min
Tale Of The TapesBinary Star (1999)Episode 62 is a brief history and scoring of both members One Be Lo and Senim Silla of underground hip hop duo, Binary Star (1999) as we are in our last episode before our summer break!2022-06-151h 42
Tale Of The TapesJa Rule (1999) & Esoteric (1999)Episode 61 is a brief history and scoring of Murda Inc.'s, Ja Rule (1999) and MC of hip hop duo, 7L & Esoteric (1999) as we move into a new calendar year of 1999 here. Not only is this a new year, but is the very last year of Season 2: The 90's!2022-06-0840 min
Tale Of The TapesBenefit (1998) & RZA (1998)Episode 60 is a brief history and scoring of the most mysterious rapper of all time, Benefit (1998) and Wu-Tang Clan founder and producer, RZA (1998) in our last episode of 1998 here.2022-06-0151 min
Tale Of The TapesAfroman (1998) & Kurupt (1998)Episode 59 is a brief history and scoring of 1 hit wonder, Afroman (1998) and 1/4 of the HRSMN, Kurupt (1998) as we near the end of 1998 here.2022-05-251h 01
Tale Of The TapesCanibus (1998) & Black Star (1998)Episode 58 is a brief history and scoring of Canibus (1998) and Brooklyn hip hop duo, Black Star (1998) as we continue on in 1998 here.2022-05-181h 35
Tale Of The TapesCam'ron (1998) & Jermaine Dupri (1998)Episode 57 is a brief history and scoring of Dipset member, Cam'ron (1998) and rapper/producer, Jermaine Dupri (1998) as we continue on in 1998 here.2022-05-1140 min
Tale Of The TapesDMX (1998) & Lord Tariq and Peter Gunz (1998)Episode 56 is a brief history and scoring of the dog, DMX (1998) and one hit wonder duo, Lord Tariq and Peter Gunz (1998), along with a special guest on todays episode as my cousin, Chuckie, blesses us with his presence while we continue on in 1998 here.2022-05-042h 18
Tale Of The TapesHussein Fatal (1998) & Big Pun (1998)Episode 55 is a brief history and scoring of Outlawz member, Hussein Fatal (1998) and Terror Squads, Big Pun (1998) as we continue on in 1998 here.2022-04-271h 34
Tale Of The TapesKillah Priest (1998) & Cappadonna (1998)Episode 54 is a brief history and scoring of Wu-Tang affiliate and HRSMN member, Killah Priest (1998) and Wu-Tang member, Cappadonna (1998) as we continue on in 1998 here.2022-04-2046 min
Tale Of The TapesThe L.O.X. (1998)Episode 53 is a brief history and scoring of Jadakiss, Styles P, and Sheek Louch of yonkers hip hop trio, The L.O.X. (1998) as we officially leave 1997 and enter a new calendar year of 1998 in this episode. I have deemed 1998 to be the 2nd best freshman class of all time thus far through the study. 2022-04-131h 14
Tale Of The TapesMa$e (1997) & Jedi Mind Tricks (1997)Episode 52 is a brief history and scoring of Ma$e (1997) and Jus Allah and Vinnie Paz of Philadelphia based hip hop group, Jedi Mind Tricks (1997) as we close out the calendar year of 1997 in this episode.2022-04-061h 42
Tale Of The TapesMissy Elliot (1997) & Trick Daddy (1997)Episode 51 is a brief history and scoring of Missy Elliot (1997) and Trick Daddy (1997) as we continue on in the calendar year of 1997 here.2022-03-3037 min
Tale Of The TapesSlug (1997) & Aesop Rock (1997)Episode 50 is a brief history and scoring of emcee of underground hip hop duo Atmosphere, Slug (1997) and fellow underground artist, Aesop Rock (1997) as we continue on in the calendar year of 1997.2022-03-2355 min
Tale Of The TapesBig Tymers (1997) & Murs (1997)Episode 49 is a brief history and scoring of southern hip hop duo, the Big Tymers (1997) and underground artist, guiness world record holder, Murs (1997) as we proceed with our first full episode in the calendar year of 1997.2022-03-1657 min
Tale Of The TapesEminem (1996) & Capone-N-Noreaga (1997)Episode 48 is a brief history and scoring of the rap god, Eminem (1996) and Queens duo, Capone-N-Noreaga (1997) as we leave the calendar year of 1996 and move onto a new year, 1997.2022-03-092h 25
Tale Of The TapesGhostface Killah (1996) & Lil Kim (1996)Episode 47 is a brief history and scoring of original nine Wu-Tang member, Ghostface Killah (1996) and The Queen Bee, Lil Kim (1996) as we finish out the back end of the 90's here.2022-03-0237 min
Tale Of The TapesXzibit (1996) & Big Syke (1996)Episode 46 is a brief history and scoring of two west coast emcees in Xzibit (1996) and Outlawz member, Big Syke (1996) as we finish out the back end of the 90's here.2022-02-2332 min
Tale Of The TapesBig Noyd (1996) & Ras Kass (1996)Episode 45 is a brief history and scoring of Mobb Deep affiliate, Big Noyd (1996) and west coast HRSMN member, Ras Kass (1996) as we finish out the back end of the 90's here.2022-02-1633 min
Tale Of The TapesJay-Z (1996) & Proof (1996)Episode 44 is a brief history and scoring of Brooklyn's own Jay-Z (1996) and Detroit's D12 member, Proof (1996) as we finish out the back end of the 90's here.
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Tale Of The TapesHeltah Skeltah (1996)Episode 43 is a brief history and scoring of both members Sean Price and Rock of underground Brooklyn hip hop duo, Heltah Skeltah (1996) as we finish out the back end of the 90's here.2022-02-0235 min
Tale Of The TapesBusta Rhymes (1996) and Mr. Cheeks (1996)Episode 42 is a brief history and scoring of the legendary Busta Rhymes (1996) and Queens group, Lost Boyz front man, Mr. Cheeks (1996). This is our first episode in a new calendar year, 1996. This means technically, we are no longer in the golden era of hip hop anymore, but I am deeming 1996 to be one of the greatest freshman classes in all of hip hop history.2022-01-2631 min
Tale Of The TapesFiend (1995) & Agallah (1995)Episode 41 is a brief history and scoring of southern rapper Fiend (1995) and New York underground artist Agallah (1995) as we have now come to our final episode in the golden era of hip hop.2022-01-1924 min
Tale Of The TapesRaekwon (1995) & AZ (1995)Episode 40 is a brief history and scoring of original 9 Wu-Tang member, The Chef, Raekwon (1995) and Firm member AZ (1995) as we continue on in the very last year of the Golden Era of hip hop.2022-01-121h 28
Tale Of The TapesSkee-Lo (1995) & The B.G.'z (1995)Episode 39 is a brief history and scoring of 1 hit wonder Skee-Lo (1995) and Lil Wayne & BG of The B.G.'z (1995) as we continue on in the very last year of the Golden Era of hip hop.2022-01-0551 min
Tale Of The TapesOl' Dirty Bastard (1995) & Mack 10 (1995)Episode 38 is a brief history and scoring of original 9 Wu-Tang member, O.D.B. (1995) and west coasts Mack 10 (1995) as we continue on in the very last year of the Golden Era of hip hop.2021-12-2233 min
Tale Of The TapesJuvenile (1995) & Big L (1995)Episode 37 is a brief history and scoring of southern rapper and Hot Boys member, Juvenile (1995) and Harlem World's own Big L (1995) as we continue on in the very last year of the Golden Era of hip hop. 2021-12-151h 22
Tale Of The TapesMethod Man (1994) & Smif-N-Wessun (1995)Episode 36 is a brief history and scoring on Staten Island native and original 9 Wu-Tang member, Method Man (1994) and both members Tek and Steele of hip hop duo Smif-N-Wessun (1995) as we move into a new year in this episode, 1995. This means we are now officially entering the final year of the Golden Era of hip hop.2021-12-0857 min
Tale Of The TapesKeith Murray (1994) & Tame One (1994)Episode 35 is a brief history and scoring of Def Squad's Keith Murray (1994) and underground Leak Brother, Tame One (1994) as we near the final year of the Golden Era of hip hop.2021-12-0135 min
Tale Of The TapesThe Notorious B.I.G. (1994) & Craig Mack (1994)Episode 34 is a brief history, background, and scoring on Brooklyn's King, The Notorious B.I.G. (1994) who is widely considered the greatest rapper of all time, and fellow Bad Boy stablemate, Craig Mack (1994) as we get closer to the last year of the Golden Era of hip hop.2021-11-2442 min
Tale Of The TapesBig Mike (1994) & Coolio (1994)Episode 33 is a brief history and scoring of Big Mike (1994) and Coolio (1994) as we continue on in 1994, nearing the end of the Golden Age of hip hop.2021-11-1735 min
Tale Of The TapesMystikal (1994) & Da Brat (1994)Episode 32 is a brief history and scoring of Brooklyns Jeru The Damaja (1994) and G-Funk pioneer Warren G (1994) as we continue on in 1994, nearing the end of the Golden Age of hip hop.2021-11-1025 min
Tale Of The TapesJeru The Damaja (1994) & Warren G (1994)Episode 31 is a brief history and scoring of Brooklyns Jeru The Damaja (1994) and G-Funk pioneer Warren G (1994) as we continue on in 1994, still in the golden age of hip hop. 2021-11-0330 min
Tale Of The TapesOutkast (1994)Episode 30 is a brief history and scoring of both members of southern hip hop duo, Outkast (1994) as we continue on in the golden era of hip hop.2021-10-2754 min
Tale Of The TapesShyheim (1994) & Nas (1994)Episode 29 is a brief history and scoring of young Staten Island native, Wu Tang affiliate, Shyheim (1994) and QB's Nas (1994) as we continue on in the Golden Era of hip hop.
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Tale Of The TapesTimbo King (1994) & M.O.P. (1994)Episode 28 is a brief history and scoring of Timbo King (1994) and Lil Fame & Billy Danze of M.O.P. (1994) as we continue on in the Golden Era of hip hop.2021-10-1347 min
Tale Of The TapesFugees (1994)Episode 27 is a brief history and scoring of Wyclef Jean, Lauryn Hill, and Pras Michel of New Jersey hip hop group, the Fugees (1994) who happen to be the first hip hop album I personally ever owned. They are also the first artists out to start off a new year in the podcast, 1994. 2021-10-061h 02
Tale Of The TapesSnoop Dogg (1993) & Mac Dre (1993)Episode 26 is a brief history and scoring of Snoop Dogg (1993) and Mac Dre (1993) as we continue on in the Golden Era of hip hop.2021-09-2953 min
Tale Of The TapesBuckshot (1993) & Shaq (1993)Welcome back to Season 2, Episode 25. This episode is a brief history and scoring of Buckshot (1993) of Boot Camp Clik and NBA Star Shaquille O'neal (1993) as we continue on in the Golden Era of hip hop.2021-09-2228 min
Tale Of The TapesFat Joe (1993) & 8Ball & MJG (1993)Episode 24 is a brief history and scoring of Fat Joe (1993) and southern hip hop duo 8Ball & MJG (1993). This is the last episode before summer break. Season 2 of the podcast will pick up right where we left off Wednesday, September 22nd at 5:00 PM as we continue on in the Golden Era of hip hop. Enjoy your summer!2021-06-1643 min
Tale Of The TapesBone Thugs-N-Harmony (1993) pt 2Episode 23 is a continuation of the group Bone Thugs-N-Harmony (1993) from last week. Today we will be covering the remaining 3 members: Krayzie Bone, Layzie Bone, and Wish Bone, as we continue on in the Golden Era of hip hop.2021-06-0946 min
Tale Of The TapesBone Thugs-N-Harmony (1993) pt 1Episode 22 is a brief history and scoring of members Flesh-N-Bone and Bizzy Bone of Bone Thugs-N-Harmony (1993). The remaining three members will be scored next episode as we had to break BTNH into two episodes. 2021-06-021h 05
Tale Of The TapesThe Roots (1993)Episode 21 is a brief history and covering of members Dice Raw, Malik B, and Black Thought of hip hop band, The Roots (1993). Major stuff in this episode as we continue on in the Golden Era of hip hop.2021-05-261h 13
Tale Of The TapesMobb Deep (1993)Episode 20 is a brief history and scoring of both members Prodigy and Havoc of Queens hip hop duo Mobb Deep (1993) as we continue on in the Golden Era of hip hop.2021-05-1924 min
Tale Of The TapesFredro Starr, Sticky Fingaz, & Sonny Seeza of Onyx (1993) continued...Episode 19 is a continuation of the group Onyx (1993) from last week. Today we will be covering the remaining 3 members: Fredro Starr, Sticky Fingaz, and Sonny Seeza as we continue on in the Golden Era of hip hop.2021-05-1237 min
Tale Of The TapesApache (1993) and Big DS of Onyx (1993)Episode 18 is a brief history and scoring of New Jersey native Apache (1993) and the start of iconic Queens group Onyx (1993) as we cover first member Big DS. This is the first episode in which we leave 1992 and move onto a new year, 1993!2021-05-0531 min
Tale Of The TapesUGK (1992)Episode 17 is a brief background and scoring of Pimp C and Bun B of the southern group UGK (1992), short for Underground Kingz in our last episode of 1992.2021-04-2831 min
Tale Of The TapesRedman (1992) & Common (1992)Episode 16 is a brief history and scoring of New Jersey rapper Redman (1992) and Chi-Towns Common (1992) as we continue on in the Golden Era of hip hop.2021-04-2144 min
Tale Of The TapesBushwick Bill (1992) & Diamond D (1992)Episode 15 is a brief history and scoring of Bushwick Bill (1992) of the Geto Boys and rapper/producer Diamond D (1992) of D.I.T.C. we continue on in the golden age of hip hop.2021-04-1436 min
Tale Of The TapesPete Rock & CL Smooth (1992)Episode 14 is a brief history and scoring of both members of Pete Rock & CL Smooth (1992) as we continue on in the golden era of hip hop.2021-04-0724 min
Tale Of The TapesSpice 1 (1992) & Grandmaster Caz (1992)Episode 13 is a brief history and scoring of Spice 1 (1992) and Grandmaster Caz (1992) as we continue on in the golden era of hip hop.2021-03-3131 min
Tale Of The TapesChi Ali (1992) & Twista (1992)Episode 12 is a brief history and scoring of Chi Ali (1992) and Twista (1992) as we continue on in the golden era of hip hop. 2021-03-2422 min
Tale Of The TapesTupac (1991) & A.G. (1992)Episode 11 is a brief history and scoring of the legendary Tupac Shakur (1991) and Andre the Giant (1992) of D.I.T.C. We are blessed with another song breakdown in this episode, and this marks the first episode that we move into a new year, 1992. 2021-03-171h 14
Tale Of The TapesDel The Funky Homosapien (1991) & Pharoahe Monch (1991)Episode 10 is a brief history and scoring of Del The Funky Homosapien (1991) and Pharoahe Monch (1991) as we get our 2nd song breakdown of the 90s in this episode!2021-03-1157 min
Tale Of The TapesLarge Professor (1991) & Scarface (1991)Episode 9 is a brief history and scoring of rapper/producer Large Professor (1991) and Scarface (1991) of the Geto Boys as we continue on in the Golden Era of Hip Hop!2021-03-0321 min
Tale Of The TapesCypress Hill (1991)Episode 8 is a brief history and scoring of members B-Real and Sen Dog of the legendary group Cypress Hill (1991). Today we are also joined by special guest R-Forms!2021-02-241h 17
Tale Of The TapesE-40 (1991) & MF Doom (1991)Episode 7 is the first episode in a new year, 1991. It is brief history and scoring of Bay area rapper E-40 (1991) and MF Doom aka Zev Love X of KMD (1991)2021-02-1738 min
Tale Of The TapesMaster P (1991) & GZA (1991)Episode 6 is brief history, covering, and breakdown of Master P (1990) & GZA (1990). On todays episode we move into a new calendar year as these are the first 2 artists covered in the study to come out in 1991.2021-02-101h 02
Tale Of The TapesLil Nation (1990) & Paris (1990)Episode 5 is a brief history and covering of Lil Nation aka CPO Boss Hog (1990) and Paris (1990). This will be the last episode of 1990 as we move forward into 1991 next week.2021-02-0334 min
Tale Of The TapesTragedy Khadafi (1990) & Masta Ace (1990)Episode 4 is a brief history and covering of Tragedy Khadafi AKA Intelligent Hoodlum (1990) and Masta Ace (1990).2021-01-2738 min
Tale Of The TapesLin Que (1990) & K-Solo (1990)Episode 3 is a brief history and covering of Lin Que aka Isis (1990) and K-Solo (1990). 2021-01-2029 min
Tale Of The TapesA Tribe Called Quest (1990)In Episode 2, we will be covering Q-Tip and Phife Dawg of A Tribe Called Quest (1990) as we continue on in the Golden Era of Hip Hop!2021-01-1331 min
Tale Of The TapesSeason 2: The 90's Intro: Lord Finesse (1990) & Everlast (1990)Today we start Season 2 by going over what were doing, where we left off, and diving into the first 2 artists of the 90's decade: Lord Finesse (1990) of D.I.T.C. and Everlast (1990) of House Of Pain!2021-01-0651 min
Tale Of The TapesSeason 1: The 80's Outro: Willie D (1989) & Vanilla Ice (1989)A brief history and scoring of Willie D of the Geto Boys (1989) and Vanilla Ice (1989). The very last episode of Season 1 as we close out the 80's Decade. We will pick back up with Season 2: The 90's in January of 2021. Enjoy your summer and fall, thanks for listening!2020-06-251h 26
Tale Of The TapesQueen Latifah (1989) & Naughty By Nature (1989)A brief history and scoring of Queen Latifah (1989) and Treach & Vin Rock of Naughty By Nature (1989). Next to last episode of Season 1, the 80's as we continue on in the Golden Era of hip hop.2020-06-181h 41
Tale Of The Tapes3rd Bass (1989)A brief history and scoring of MC Serch and Pete Nice who make up hip hop group 3rd Bass (1989). Closing out the 80's as we continue on in the Golden Era of hip hop.2020-06-111h 28
Tale Of The TapesThe D.O.C. (1989) & Freddie Foxxx (1989)The 80's are nearing an end as we cover a brief history and scoring of The D.O.C. (1989) and Freddie Foxx aka Bumpy Knuckles (1989). Probably the closest thing we've had so far to an "underground" artist in this episode as we continue on in the Golden Era of Hip Hop.2020-06-041h 19
Tale Of The TapesSpecial Ed (1989) & Jaz-O (1989)Still in 1989, covering a brief history and scoring of Special Ed (1989) and The Originator, Jaz-O (1989). Not the most popular of artists we've covered thus far but still in the Golden Era of Hip Hop!2020-05-271h 16
Tale Of The TapesGuru (1989) & Kool G Rap (1989)First episode here from a new year, 1989, the last year of the 80's decade and Season One. Covering Guru (1989) and Kool G Rap (1989). In the hip hop community, these guys are legends as we continue on in the Golden Era!2020-05-212h 02
Tale Of The TapesMC Lyte (1988) & Jungle Brothers (1988)Our last episode from the year 1988 covering MC Lyte (1988) and Jungle Brothers (1988). Not as big of names here as we've had on some previous weeks, but a lot of interesting firsts in this episode.2020-05-141h 37
Tale Of The TapesN.W.A (1988)A brief history and scoring of Arabian Prince, Ice Cube, and MC Ren of N.W.A (1988). Iconic, legendary group as we continue on in the Golden Era of hip hop.2020-05-081h 36
Tale Of The TapesSlick Rick (1988) & Biz Markie (1988)A shortened episode covering a brief history and scoring of The Ruler, Slick Rick (1988) and The Clown Prince of Hip Hop, Biz Markie (1988), as the original one mysteriously deleted.2020-05-0218 min
Tale Of The TapesErick Sermon (1988) & Big Daddy Kane (1988)A brief history, covering and scoring of Erick Sermon of EPMD (1988) and Big Daddy Kane (1988). More pretty big names here as we continue on in the golden era of hip hop.2020-04-221h 10
Tale Of The TapesMC Shan (1987) & Heavy D (1987)A brief history, covering and scoring of MC Shan (1987) and the late Heavy D (1987). More pretty big names here as we continue on in the golden era of hip hop.2020-04-161h 25
Tale Of The TapesRakim (1987) & Ice-T (1987)A brief history, covering and scoring of The God MC, Rakim (1987) and Ice-T (1987). Big names here as we continue on in the golden era of hip hop.2020-04-091h 30
Tale Of The TapesSpoonie Gee (1987) & Will Smith (1987)A brief history, covering and scoring of Spoonie Gee (1987) and Will Smith (1987). Some exciting new and big things in this long episode.2020-04-011h 49
Tale Of The TapesBoogie Down Productions (1987)Covering a brief history and scoring all the aspects of D-Nice and KRS-One of Boogie Down Productions who dropped their debut album in 1987.2020-03-251h 39
Tale Of The TapesPublic Enemy (1987)Today we will be covering and scoring all the aspects of Chuck D and Professor Griff of Public Enemy who dropped their debut album in 1987.2020-03-181h 21
Tale Of The TapesBeastie Boys (1986) & Salt-N-Pepa (1986)A brief description, discussing, and scoring the Beastie Boys and Salt-N-Pepa, both from 1986.2020-03-121h 03
Tale Of The TapesMC Hammer (1986) & Doug E. Fresh (1986)An interesting episode covering a brief history and scoring of MC Hammer and Doug E. Fresh!2020-03-041h 26
Tale Of The TapesLL Cool J (1985) & Kool Moe Dee (1986)A brief description, break down, analysis, and scoring of LL Cool J and Kool Moe Dee.2020-02-271h 29
Tale Of The TapesThe Fat Boys (1984)A brief history, background, analyzing, and scoring of Prince Markie Dee and Kool Rock Ski of The Fat Boys.2020-02-1959 min
Tale Of The TapesRun-DMC (1984)A brief history and scoring of the legendary rap duo, Run-DMC who's debut album was in 1984. Thanks for listening, always appreciated, hope you enjoyed!2020-02-1239 min
Tale Of The TapesThe Furious 5 (1982)Covering some brief history, scoring, and ranking All 5 member of The Furious 5; Melle Mel, Keef Cowboy, Scorpio/Mr. Ness, The Kidd Creole, and Rahiem. 2020-02-0532 min
Tale Of The TapesThe Sugar Hill Gang (1980) & Kurtis Blow (1980)Today we will be covering and scoring all the aspects of Wonder Mike, Big Bank Hank, and Master Gee of The Sugar Hill Gang as well as Kurtis Blow. 2020-01-2954 min
Tale Of The TapesIntroIn this episode we go over the history of hip hop as well as the rules, formulas, and mathematics of my study, laying out the groundwork for every episode from here on out. All while joined by a special guest Nick Ballz of OSR.2020-01-161h 35