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TheLevelPlayingField Podcast.Episode 18: Nav & Future 2! also Lil Uzi VertNav and Future part 2!, The sequel to our worst ever episode. We are joined by our friend Pavan to help us cover the new Nav album "Emergency Tsunami", and we express our greivances with the new collab album from Future and Lil Uzi "Pluto x Baby Pluto". Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tlpf. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2020-11-2656 min
TheLevelPlayingField Podcast.Episode 17: Dizzee Rascal, M Huncho + Nafe SmallzThis week we talk about the new Dizzee Rascal album "E3 AF", as well the new joint mixtape from M Huncho and Nafe Smallz "DNA". We are also joined by special guest speaker Arjan Kang who introduces us to the Krabby Step. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tlpf. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2020-11-161h 21
TheLevelPlayingField Podcast.Episode 16: Gorillaz, Ty Dolla $ignFeaturing over 45 featured artists! Gorillaz Song Machine and Featuring Ty Dolla $ign. This episode has something for everyone! Enjoy!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tlpf. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2020-11-021h 11
TheLevelPlayingField Podcast.Episode 15: Headie One, 21 Savage + (Special Guest) King Violet!It's the big 1-5! After we try and fail to understand Kanye's new single 'Nah Nah Nah', we know you are dying to find out whether we think Tottenham's Headie One has earnt the title of the 'king of drill' with his debut studio album 'Edna', and whether 21 Savage and Metro Boomin's 'Savage Mode II' is a musical masterpiece or more-of-the-same sonic refuse. We also sat down to chat with the one and only King Violet about their brand new single, musical influences, creative process and more! Do not miss this! 0:00 - Kanye; 2:12 - Headie One; 33:26 - 21 Savage/Metro...
2020-10-261h 32
TheLevelPlayingField Podcast.Episode 14 - Taylor Swift, IDLESThis week we delve into the ultra explosive new IDLES album, Ultra Mono, before giving you a very special album report of none other than Taylor Swift's new album, Folklore! Not one to be missed! 👉Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tlpf. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2020-10-2055 min
TheLevelPlayingField Podcast.Episode 13: Juice WRLD, Alicia KeysThe thirteenth installment of the podcast sees us venture into the late Juice WRLD's debut, Legends Never Die, before moving swiftly on to R&B legend Alicia Keys' new release, ALICIA. This is relatively new musical territory for both hosts - and so not an episode to be missed! 👉 Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tlpf. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2020-10-1247 min
TheLevelPlayingField Podcast.Episode 12: Post Grime SpecialThe UK is home to many iconic things - Yorkshire Tea, Marmite, roadmen - but perhaps most important of all is the genre of grime. However, what was once characterised by bars bathed in bassy (140bpm) beats and sweaty raves has evolved into something a lot more sophisticated. We call this the era of Post Grime. Join us as we dissect and compare the latest full-lengths from scene veterans JME and Kano, red Adidas tracksuit turned pop superstar Stormzy and the Godfather himself - Wiley. Enjoy! 👉 Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tlpf. Hosted on...
2020-10-121h 42
TheLevelPlayingField Podcast.Episode 11: SL, Pop Smoke + Special Guest: Nomfom!This week, join us as we discuss the late Pop Smoke's posthumous debut album as well as the new SL project, Selhurst SE25, featuring production from Kenny Beats himself. Plus, don't miss our special interview with spoken word genius NomFom! 2:23- Tracks of the week, 4:31 - Nomfom Interview, 32:35 - SL "Selhurst SE25", 48:35 - Pop Smoke "Shoot For The Stars Aim For The Moon"👉Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tlpf. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2020-07-101h 21
TheLevelPlayingField Podcast.Episode 10: Lady Gaga, Freddie Gibbs & Madlib + Special Guest: SWXYZE!It’s the debut double digit! We celebrate the one-year anniversary of Madlib and Freddie Gibbs’ Bandana after sharing our thoughts on Lady Gaga’s no. 1 smash album, Chromatica. We also sit down with Slough artist SWXYZE to talk about influences, ethos, and his new project Vertigo. 0:17 - Juicy Gossip; 2:37 - Tracks of the Week; 8:42 - SWXYZE (interview); 44:15 - Lady Gaga; 78:17 - Madlib & Freddie Gibbs. 👉Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tlpf. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2020-07-061h 57
TheLevelPlayingField Podcast.Episode 9: Run the Jewels (4)After nearly four long years of waiting, Run the Jewels’ fourth full length effort has finally arrived! As there is so much to discuss, we decided to make this a special - and for the first time ever, you can see our faces! Head over to YouTube/IGTV to not only listen to us, but to watch a full video discussion on a very strong AOTY contender. 👉Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tlpf. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2020-06-2957 min
TheLevelPlayingField Podcast.Episode 8: Aitch, Freddie Gibbs + Special Guest: Lgee!Fresh from RDG, we converse with the one and only Lgee - the MC we all need for the 2020s. We also tuck into some Alfredo, brought to us by Freddie Gibbs and the Alchemist, but only after exploring Mancunian rapper Aitch's new EP, Polaris (featuring production from Kenny Beats). Bon appetit! 0:00 - 1975, Tom Misch; 2:23 - Tracks of the Week; 5:55 - Lgee Interview; 23:00 - Aitch; 48:01 - Technique of the Week; 52:24 - Freddie Gibbs/The Alchemist. 👉Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tlpf. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2020-06-171h 31
TheLevelPlayingField Podcast.Episode 7: Nav, Future + Special Guest - Seth Chohan!Going full trap this week, we break down Future’s 70-minute 'High Off Life' and try squeeze some blood out of the stone that is NAV’s 'Good Intentions'. We also chat to none other than another Seth - upcoming jazz/house producer and DJ Seth Chohan, all the way from Leeds! 0:25 - Bowie/Kanye theory; 3:02 - Tracks of the Week; 8:30 - Seth Chohan (interview); 66:44 - Future; 90:28 - NAV. 👉Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tlpf. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2020-06-011h 49
TheLevelPlayingField Podcast.Episode 6: Drake and Indica Palm RadioIn our lengthiest episode to date, we sit down with Indica Palm Radio before bringing out our official Drake Correspondent, Fazan, to break down the new Dark Lane Demo Tapes. 1:38 - Tracks of the Week; 10:17 - Drake; 85:00 - Indica Palm Radio (Interview). 👉Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tlpf. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2020-05-261h 45
TheLevelPlayingField Podcast.Episode 5: Westside Gunn, Fiona Apple + Special Guest Skard!This week, we have our first ever guest! We are joined by rapper Skard to discuss his new project, hot musical takes and his favourite tea (hint: he’s wrong). We break down Westside Gunn’s resplendent ‘Pray for Paris’ and Fiona Apple’s much talked about ‘Fetch the Bolt Cutters.' 0:57 - Skard Interview; 30:26 - Westside Gunn; 67:50 - Fiona Apple. 👉Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tlpf. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2020-05-151h 45
TheLevelPlayingField Podcast.Episode 4(20): Dr. Dre, Mike DeanOur first ever special! Join us as we take a look at the legacy of Dr. Dre’s evergreen masterpiece ‘The Chronic’, as well as hip-hop pioneer Mike Dean’s solo studio debut, '4:20,' after nearly 4 decades at the forefront of the game. Enjoy! 1:16 - Tracks of the Week; 4:50 - Technique of the Week; 7:21 - Mike Dean; 46:45 - Dr. Dre. 🗣💨 👉Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tlpf. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2020-05-121h 15
TheLevelPlayingField Podcast.Episode 3: The New Abnormal TorontoNew, new, new! We review the new ‘The New Toronto 3’ by Tory Lanez - completing the Canadian R&B trilogy - and the Strokes’ also new ‘The New Abnormal’. Who knew? We also take a look at Headie One and Fred Again’s fresh joint tape, 'GANG,' which is quite possibly a defining moment for drill music. 0:49 - Tracks of the Week; 7:49 - Tory Lanez; 27:23 - Technique of the Week; 30:42 - The Strokes. 👉Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tlpf. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2020-05-071h 01
TheLevelPlayingField Podcast.Episode 2: The Party Next Door to ThundercatOur sophomore episode sees us explore the role of the live instrument in today’s popular music. This week’s album choices couldn’t be more different to each other - we delve into PARTYNEXTDOOR’s 'PARTYMOBILE' and Thundercat’s Flying Lotus-produced 'It Is What It Is'. 0:37 - Tracks of the Week; 8:08 - PARTYNEXTDOOR; 25:20 - Technique of the Week; 27:37 - Thundercat. 👉Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tlpf. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2020-04-2849 min
TheLevelPlayingField Podcast.Episode 1: Dua Lipa, The Weeknd & The 80s Revival For our first episode we take a look at the new Run The Jewels tracks and some of our other favourites from this week. We discuss the revival of the sound of the 80s and how that has influenced Dua Lipa's "Future Nostalgia" and The Weeknd's "After Hours". 1:00 - Tracks of the Week; 6:53 - Dua Lipa; 25:08 - Technique of the Week; 28:03 - The Weeknd. 👉Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tlpf. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2020-04-171h 09