Hip-hop Now Podcast

On this week's episode, J. Cole returns with a fire verse but the internet is still mad at him. Death Row Records's catalog is coming back to streaming services in a big way. Lloyd Banks returns with the 3rd installment in his "All or Nothing" mixtape series.  Let's talk about it!Hip-Hop Now Podcast on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWgYZ4EUgufTKIo-p_azn7NowSiXofN6R&si=JH834IIFJ0GIJKscSupport at http://Patreon.com/hiphopnowMerch SALE! Shirts, Hoodies, Phone Cases, and more! Visit http://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/11195217…dcast-logo-shirtHip-Hop NOW Podcast's Theme music is produced by McLovin Beatz (@mclovin-beatz)Twitter/Instagram/Tik Tok/Threads/Spill: @VegasworldincFacebook: http://Facebook.com/HipHopRightNowHip-Hop NOW Podcast's Theme music is produced by McLovin Beatz (@mclovin-beatz)

On this week's episode, The 2024 BET Hip-Hop Awards nominations are out and yes, Kendrick has several of them. Vegas's review of Doechii's new mixtape, "Alligator Bites Never Heal," and do we really want a new Pete Rock & C.L. Smooth album? Let's talk about it!Hip-Hop Now Podcast on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWgYZ4EUgufTKIo-p_azn7NowSiXofN6R&si=JH834IIFJ0GIJKscSupport at http://Patreon.com/hiphopnowMerch SALE! Shirts, Hoodies, Phone Cases, and more! Visit http://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/11195217…dcast-logo-shirtHip-Hop NOW Podcast's Theme music is produced by McLovin Beatz (@mclovin-beatz)Twitter/Instagram/Tik Tok/Threads/Spill: @VegasworldincFacebook: http://Facebook.com/HipHopRightNowHip-Hop NOW Podcast's Theme music is produced by McLovin Beatz (@mclovin-beatz)

On this week's episode, Kendrick Lamar is chosen to perform at the next Super Bowl and Lil Wayne fans are upset! It's the 30th anniversary of The Notorious BIG's debut album, "Ready to Die." What's good with Hip-Hop artist dropping Jazz, Alternative, and Classical albums in 2024?  Let's talk about it!Hip-Hop Now Podcast on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWgYZ4EUgufTKIo-p_azn7NowSiXofN6R&si=JH834IIFJ0GIJKscSupport at http://Patreon.com/hiphopnowMerch SALE! Shirts, Hoodies, Phone Cases, and more! Visit http://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/11195217…dcast-logo-shirtHip-Hop NOW Podcast's Theme music is produced by McLovin Beatz (@mclovin-beatz)Twitter/Instagram/Tik Tok/Threads/Spill: @VegasworldincFacebook: http://Facebook.com/HipHopRightNowHip-Hop NOW Podcast's Theme music is produced by McLovin Beatz (@mclovin-beatz)

On this week's episode, LL and Q-Tip finally drop their album, "The Force." The Clipse album is on the way but waiting on a feature from Nas! Little Shawn talks about the Quad Studio shooting of 2 Pac from a unique perspective. Let's talk about it!Hip-Hop Now Podcast on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWgYZ4EUgufTKIo-p_azn7NowSiXofN6R&si=JH834IIFJ0GIJKscSupport at http://Patreon.com/hiphopnowMerch SALE! Shirts, Hoodies, Phone Cases, and more! Visit http://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/11195217…dcast-logo-shirtHip-Hop NOW Podcast's Theme music is produced by McLovin Beatz (@mclovin-beatz)Twitter/Instagram/Tik Tok/Threads/Spill: @VegasworldincFacebook: http://Facebook.com/HipHopRightNowHip-Hop NOW Podcast's Theme music is produced by McLovin Beatz (@mclovin-beatz)

It's a brand new episode of "That Time in Hip-Hop!" It's a history based podcast co-hosted with Tony from "Enter Da Dome Podcast." We're talking about the legacy of Loud Records! Support my Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/HiphopnowVideo version: https://www.youtube.com/@hiphopnowpodCheck out articles about Hip-Hop and more: https://www.enterdadome.com That Time in Hip-Hop recommendations Playlist!Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/that-…s/pl.u-MPGuWvRAXeSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/647pSaQeLDTbSkzql3NrCH

On this week's episode, we are talking about BARS! What it means, who has them and who doesn't, and Vegas's Top 5 spittas right now! Let's talk about it!Hip-Hop Now Podcast on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWgYZ4EUgufTKIo-p_azn7NowSiXofN6R&si=JH834IIFJ0GIJKscNew album from Vegas "Bed-Stuy Vintage: The Album" https://www.vegasworldinc.bandcamp.comSupport at http://Patreon.com/hiphopnowMerch SALE! Shirts, Hoodies, Phone Cases, and more! Visit http://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/11195217…dcast-logo-shirtHip-Hop NOW Podcast's Theme music is produced by McLovin Beatz (@mclovin-beatz)Twitter/Instagram/Tik Tok/Threads/Spill: @VegasworldincFacebook: http://Facebook.com/HipHopRightNowHip-Hop NOW Podcast's Theme music is produced by McLovin Beatz (@mclovin-beatz)

On this week's episode, Conway the Machine names his Top 5 nicest emcees. Tyler the Creator has smoke for "Meme Rap."  Sauce Walker has issues with Drake using Houston but not giving back! Let's talk about it!Hip-Hop Now Podcast on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWgYZ4EUgufTKIo-p_azn7NowSiXofN6R&si=JH834IIFJ0GIJKscNew album from Vegas "Bed-Stuy Vintage: The Album" https://www.vegasworldinc.bandcamp.comSupport at http://Patreon.com/hiphopnowMerch SALE! Shirts, Hoodies, Phone Cases, and more! Visit http://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/11195217…dcast-logo-shirtHip-Hop NOW Podcast's Theme music is produced by McLovin Beatz (@mclovin-beatz)Twitter/Instagram/Tik Tok/Threads/Spill: @VegasworldincFacebook: http://Facebook.com/HipHopRightNowHip-Hop NOW Podcast's Theme music is produced by McLovin Beatz (@mclovin-beatz)

On this week's episode, Drake drops 100GBs of content while "Not Like Us" gets nominated for song of the year. Breakdancing debuts at the 2024 Olympics. Vegas's thoughts on the new album from Benny the Butcher, "Summertime Butch."  Let's talk about it!Hip-Hop Now Podcast on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWgYZ4EUgufTKIo-p_azn7NowSiXofN6R&si=JH834IIFJ0GIJKscSupport at http://Patreon.com/hiphopnowMerch SALE! Shirts, Hoodies, Phone Cases, and more! Visit http://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/11195217…dcast-logo-shirtHip-Hop NOW Podcast's Theme music is produced by McLovin Beatz (@mclovin-beatz)Twitter/Instagram/Tik Tok/Threads/Spill: @VegasworldincFacebook: http://Facebook.com/HipHopRightNowHip-Hop NOW Podcast's Theme music is produced by McLovin Beatz (@mclovin-beatz)

On this week's episode, LL names his Mount Rushmore of Def Jam Records artist and fans aren't happy. The Feds are selling Dame Dash's shares in Rocafella to pay a debt, and Vegas's thoughts on Killer Mike's surprise release "Songs for Sinners and Saints."  Let's talk about it!Hip-Hop Now Podcast on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWgYZ4EUgufTKIo-p_azn7NowSiXofN6R&si=JH834IIFJ0GIJKscSupport at http://Patreon.com/hiphopnowMerch SALE! Shirts, Hoodies, Phone Cases, and more! Visit http://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/11195217…dcast-logo-shirtHip-Hop NOW Podcast's Theme music is produced by McLovin Beatz (@mclovin-beatz)Twitter/Instagram/Tik Tok/Threads/Spill: @VegasworldincFacebook: http://Facebook.com/HipHopRightNowHip-Hop NOW Podcast's Theme music is produced by McLovin Beatz (@mclovin-beatz)

On this week's episode, Westside Gunn announces a new album. Common names his mount rushmore of chicago rappers, and Vegas's review of Rakim's latest album "God's Network Rebirth."  Let's talk about it!Check out the latest chapter in my book: "Experience Hip-Hop: The Low End Theory"Hip-Hop Now Podcast on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWgYZ4EUgufTKIo-p_azn7NowSiXofN6R&si=JH834IIFJ0GIJKscSupport at http://Patreon.com/hiphopnowMerch SALE! Shirts, Hoodies, Phone Cases, and more! Visit http://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/11195217…dcast-logo-shirtHip-Hop NOW Podcast's Theme music is produced by McLovin Beatz (@mclovin-beatz)Twitter/Instagram/Tik Tok/Threads/Spill: @VegasworldincFacebook: http://Facebook.com/HipHopRightNowHip-Hop NOW Podcast's Theme music is produced by McLovin Beatz (@mclovin-beatz)

On this week's episode, Memphis Bleek is trying to get a verse from Jay-Z on his new album. Havoc and Alchemist tease new music from Mobb Deep. And Vegas's thoughts on the new album from Freeway and Jake One, "Stimulus Package 2."  Let's talk about it!Check out the "Best of 2024 So Far" playlist on Apple Music, available on Apple and Android devices:HHNP Best of 2024 So FarHip-Hop Now Podcast on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWgYZ4EUgufTKIo-p_azn7NowSiXofN6R&si=JH834IIFJ0GIJKscSubstack: https://stevansmith.substack.com?utm_source=navbar&utm_medium=webSupport at http://Patreon.com/hiphopnowMerch SALE! Shirts, Hoodies, Phone Cases, and more! Visit http://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/11195217…dcast-logo-shirtHip-Hop NOW Podcast's Theme music is produced by McLovin Beatz (@mclovin-beatz)Twitter/Instagram/Tik Tok/Threads/Spill: @VegasworldincFacebook: http://Facebook.com/HipHopRightNowHip-Hop NOW Podcast's Theme music is produced by McLovin Beatz (@mclovin-beatz)

On this week's episode, Is Kendrick Lamar milking his victory against Drake? Nas's debut album "Illmatic" is crowned Greatest Rap Album of All-Time by Billboard. Vegas reviews new albums from Eminem and Common/Pete Rock!  Let's talk about it!Check out the "Best of 2024 So Far" playlist on Apple Music, available on Apple and Android devices:HHNP Best of 2024 So FarHip-Hop Now Podcast on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWgYZ4EUgufTKIo-p_azn7NowSiXofN6R&si=JH834IIFJ0GIJKscSubstack: https://stevansmith.substack.com?utm_source=navbar&utm_medium=webSupport at http://Patreon.com/hiphopnowMerch SALE! Shirts, Hoodies, Phone Cases, and more! Visit http://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/11195217…dcast-logo-shirtHip-Hop NOW Podcast's Theme music is produced by McLovin Beatz (@mclovin-beatz)Twitter/Instagram/Tik Tok/Threads/Spill: @VegasworldincFacebook: http://Facebook.com/HipHopRightNowHip-Hop NOW Podcast's Theme music is produced by McLovin Beatz (@mclovin-beatz)

On this week's episode, Questlove champions unsung hip-hop artist. Childish Gambino has a "perspective" on Drake v Kendrick, and Vegas's thoughts on Lupe Fiasco's new album, "Samurai!" Let's talk about it!Check out the "Best of 2024 So Far" playlist on Apple Music, available on Apple and Android devices:HHNP Best of 2024 So FarHip-Hop Now Podcast on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWgYZ4EUgufTKIo-p_azn7NowSiXofN6R&si=JH834IIFJ0GIJKscSubstack: https://stevansmith.substack.com?utm_source=navbar&utm_medium=webSupport at http://Patreon.com/hiphopnowMerch SALE! Shirts, Hoodies, Phone Cases, and more! Visit http://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/11195217…dcast-logo-shirtHip-Hop NOW Podcast's Theme music is produced by McLovin Beatz (@mclovin-beatz)Twitter/Instagram/Tik Tok/Threads/Spill: @VegasworldincFacebook: http://Facebook.com/HipHopRightNowHip-Hop NOW Podcast's Theme music is produced by McLovin Beatz (@mclovin-beatz)

On this week's episode, Nas announces that the classic hip-hop film, "Beat Street" is being adapted for stage. A brand new Clipse album has been offically confirmed! Vegas gives his thoughts on Kendrick Lamar's "Pop Out" concert. Let's talk about it!Check out the "Best of 2024 So Far" playlist on Apple Music, available on Apple and Android devices:HHNP Best of 2024 So FarHip-Hop Now Podcast on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWgYZ4EUgufTKIo-p_azn7NowSiXofN6R&si=JH834IIFJ0GIJKscSubstack: https://stevansmith.substack.com?utm_source=navbar&utm_medium=webSupport at http://Patreon.com/hiphopnowMerch SALE! Shirts, Hoodies, Phone Cases, and more! Visit http://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/11195217…dcast-logo-shirtHip-Hop NOW Podcast's Theme music is produced by McLovin Beatz (@mclovin-beatz)Twitter/Instagram/Tik Tok/Threads/Spill: @VegasworldincFacebook: http://Facebook.com/HipHopRightNowHip-Hop NOW Podcast's Theme music is produced by McLovin Beatz (@mclovin-beatz)

Styles P gets set to retire his solo career. Benny the Butcher says that Lloyd Banks is one of the best emcees ever. Common and Pete Rock keep the hype train rolling with their latest single, "Dreamin'". Let's talk about it all!Check out the "Best of 2024 So Far" playlist on Apple Music, available on Apple and Android devices:HHNP Best of 2024 So FarHip-Hop Now Podcast on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWgYZ4EUgufTKIo-p_azn7NowSiXofN6R&si=JH834IIFJ0GIJKscSubstack: https://stevansmith.substack.com?utm_source=navbar&utm_medium=webSupport at http://Patreon.com/hiphopnowMerch SALE! Shirts, Hoodies, Phone Cases, and more! Visit http://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/11195217…dcast-logo-shirtHip-Hop NOW Podcast's Theme music is produced by McLovin Beatz (@mclovin-beatz)Twitter/Instagram/Tik Tok/Threads/Spill: @VegasworldincFacebook: http://Facebook.com/HipHopRightNowHip-Hop NOW Podcast's Theme music is produced by McLovin Beatz (@mclovin-beatz)

It's HHNP's "Best of 2024 So Far"! What are yours?Check out the "Best of 2024 So Far" playlist on Apple Music, available on Apple and Android devices:HHNP Best of 2024 So FarHip-Hop Now Podcast on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWgYZ4EUgufTKIo-p_azn7NowSiXofN6R&si=JH834IIFJ0GIJKscSubstack: https://stevansmith.substack.com?utm_source=navbar&utm_medium=webSupport at http://Patreon.com/hiphopnowMerch SALE! Shirts, Hoodies, Phone Cases, and more! Visit http://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/11195217…dcast-logo-shirtTwitter/Instagram/Tik Tok/Threads/Spill: @VegasworldincFacebook: http://Facebook.com/HipHopRightNow

As a bonus episode I list my "Top 5 Hip-Hop Beats" of all time! What are yours?Hip-Hop Now Podcast on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWgYZ4EUgufTKIo-p_azn7NowSiXofN6R&si=JH834IIFJ0GIJKscSubstack: https://stevansmith.substack.com?utm_source=navbar&utm_medium=webSupport at http://Patreon.com/hiphopnowMerch SALE! Shirts, Hoodies, Phone Cases, and more! Visit http://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/11195217…dcast-logo-shirtTwitter/Instagram/Tik Tok/Threads/Spill: @VegasworldincFacebook: http://Facebook.com/HipHopRightNowHip-Hop NOW Podcast's Bonus Episode theme music is produced by Kil (@Kil889)

As a bonus episode I list my "Top 5 Hip-Hop Emcees" of all time! What are yours?Hip-Hop Now Podcast on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWgYZ4EUgufTKIo-p_azn7NowSiXofN6R&si=JH834IIFJ0GIJKscSubstack: https://stevansmith.substack.com?utm_source=navbar&utm_medium=webSupport at http://Patreon.com/hiphopnowMerch SALE! Shirts, Hoodies, Phone Cases, and more! Visit http://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/11195217…dcast-logo-shirtTwitter/Instagram/Tik Tok/Threads/Spill: @VegasworldincFacebook: http://Facebook.com/HipHopRightNowHip-Hop NOW Podcast's Bonus Episode theme music is produced by Kil (@Kil889)

As a bonus episode I list my "Top 5 Hip-Hop Albums" of all time! What are yours?Hip-Hop Now Podcast on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWgYZ4EUgufTKIo-p_azn7NowSiXofN6R&si=JH834IIFJ0GIJKscSubstack: https://stevansmith.substack.com?utm_source=navbar&utm_medium=webSupport at http://Patreon.com/hiphopnowMerch SALE! Shirts, Hoodies, Phone Cases, and more! Visit http://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/11195217…dcast-logo-shirtTwitter/Instagram/Tik Tok/Threads/Spill: @VegasworldincFacebook: http://Facebook.com/HipHopRightNowHip-Hop NOW Podcast's Bonus Episode theme music is produced by Kil (@Kil889)

In this episode, Eminem releases the first single and video from his upcoming album. Drake reference tracks pop up everywhere and fans question his pen game! Ice Cube seems to think "No Vaseline" is the greatest diss record of all time.  Let's talk about it!Hip-Hop Now Podcast on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWgYZ4EUgufTKIo-p_azn7NowSiXofN6R&si=JH834IIFJ0GIJKscMy Book "Experience Hip-Hop": https://stevansmith.substack.com?utm_source=navbar&utm_medium=webSupport at http://Patreon.com/hiphopnowMerch SALE! Shirts, Hoodies, Phone Cases, and more! Visit http://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/11195217…dcast-logo-shirtTwitter/Instagram/Tik Tok/Threads/Spill: @VegasworldincFacebook: http://Facebook.com/HipHopRightNowHip-Hop NOW Podcast's Theme music is produced by McLovin Beatz (@mclovin-beatz)