In this episode, we're delighted to welcome back Notts legend, artist, chef, rapper, and all-around nice bloke - Juga-Naut. We delve into his latest album, "Bem II" (Easter eggs and all). Additionally, we discuss how being his authentic self on a record lends itself to creating the best music, the infamous Wilhelm scream, live performances, navigating social media, and much more. Rest assured, he is still "doing his little music thing". 

"Bem II" is available now on all platforms - don't miss out!

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In today's episode, we have the multi-talented Kid Acne join us to discuss his latest album, "Hauntology Codes," a 10-track project produced by Spectacular Diagnostics. Kid Acne shares his perspective on the crucial role authenticity plays across his creative endeavours, his journey into music making, the catalyst for his return to music, treacherous runs (AKA fell running) and we discover some unusual features that made their way onto the album. 

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Welcome to this week's episode of Shotgun The Aux. Brace yourself for a critical exploration of AI and algorithms in rap music. Join the gang as they skeptically dissect the pros and cons of surrendering rap to the realm of artificial intelligence. Prepare for a bleak discussion on the potential loss of authentic artistic expression and the looming threat of shovelware tracks. It's a cynical and cautionary journey into a future where rap risks becoming a soulless algorithmic creation. Don't miss this episode filled with grim reflections on the impact of AI in the rap genre. This episode description was definitely not written by chatgpt.

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On Episode 9 of Shotgun The Aux, the boys discuss some of the most iconic Hip Hop music videos of all time, prolific directors including the legendary Hype Williams, how a limited budget can push creative boundaries, award winning videos, controversial taboo-busting videos, animated videos, high-concept videos and much much more.

On Episode 8 of Shotgun The Aux we are joined by our first ever guest; UK Hip Hop artist and Bournemouth native Mosik Rhymes. 

Mosik has been involved in the UK scene for many years now, has dropped a number of dope projects and has featured on radio on numerous occasions.

We catch up with him to discuss how he got into making music, his involvement in the Norwegian Hip Hop scene over the past year, and his general love for the culture.

“What’s beef? Beef is when you need 2 gats to sleep”

In this week’s episode, Aidan, Jake and Tom discuss some of the most iconic feuds to ever occur in Hip Hop. 

From The Bronx to Blackpool - “beef” has always existed in the scene on both sides of the pond.

In this week’s episode, Aidan, Jake and Tom discuss one of the most prominent (and at times controversial) components of Hip Hop: Sampling. 

Get ready to deep dive into the history of sampling as a contemporary art form, the inevitable legal complications sampling presents, and how even the most obscure records can be repurposed into pure dopeness.

In this weeks episode, join Aidan, Jake and Tom for Part 2 of their journey through Hip Hop Fashion Through the Eras, where they discuss modern trends, the influence of branding and the future of Streetwear.

In this week's episode, Aidan, Jake and Tom discuss the iconic brands and fashion trends that have gone hand in hand with Hip Hop culture since it was born in the Bronx.

In this episode, Aidan, Jake and Tom discuss the differences and similarities between UK and US Hip hop.

In this episode, Aidan, Jake and Tom have a catch up and discuss some of their all time favourite albums.

Aidan, Jake and Tom introduce themselves and their Podcast. They talk about music and streetwear whilst giving an expectation of what's to come. 

Since the dawn of hip hop, the authenticity of an artist has always come in to question through their lyrics. Whether it be a depiction of their environment, or extra curricular activities that they may be involved in. But where do the lines blur between real life and artistic license? Is it acceptable to make stuff up for the sake of a dope rhyme? Join us as we discuss our takes on "realness" in rap lyrics as well as other hip hop related topics including Rap Caviar for Spotify's 50 best beats of all time, and Freddie Gibbs baby mama drama.

Joining us on this episode is UK rapper and producer Daniel Son. Go check his new banger of a project "Red October" out now on all DSPs.

In this episode we reintroduce ourselves by talking about some of the artists and albums that got us into Hip Hop. We then get into a (much heated at times) debate about which UK rappers we think should link up with legendary producer The Alchemist.

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On this episode we chat to Australian rapper Nelson Dialect about his Hip Hop journey, taking him from Adelaide to New York to the UK and signing with High Focus Record. 

Nelson's new EP "A SCENIC GLITCH" is out now on the usual platforms and features Planet Asia, Milano Constantine, Sadat X and A.G...go run it up!

Follow Nelson Dialect on Instagram: @nelson.dialect

On this episode (audio grab from IG Live) we caught up with stand up comedian and rap practitioner Joe "Jester" Jacobs to discuss comedy, horror films, cancel culture, and a healthy dose of rap music.

Joe's new album "Moose Solutions" is out now via Revorg Records and is available to steam on all good platforms. Go cop that and run it up because it's a banger!

Buy "Moose Solutions" on Bandcamp: https://revorgrecords.bandcamp.com/album/moose-solutions-rvg039

Jester Jacobs on Insta @jesterjacobs

On this episode, Rob catches up with Brighton rap collective CMPND to chat about their new album "Long Live The Court", live shows, inspiration and other madness. 

"Long Live The Court" out now on High Focus Records

Guests: @cmpndtnt (@wundrizzy @donald_surfaces @_vitstagram_)

Host: @cosmsuper

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On this episode we are joined by one of the greatest rappers to grace these shores: Juga-Naut.

We chat to Jugz about navigating around the industry as an independent artist, live shows, recent projects, influences, favourite rappers, coming through in the Nottingham scene with the likes of Cappo and Scorzayzee, all night horror-thons, how to make an easy omelette and more.

Jugz's latest self produced project "Situationist: Stolen Art, Pt 3" is out now on all platforms. You can check his incredible back catalogue on Bandcamp: https://juganaut.bandcamp.com/

Guest: @juganaut
Hosts: @cosmsuper & @teacozee (@shotguntheaux)

This week we caught up with UK Hip Hop legend Verb T to chat current projects, being back on tour, favourite non-hip hop artists, biggest inspirations, favourite hip hop albums, most slept on artists, the rolling stone top 200 hip hop albums list and more!

On our first episode of 2022, the gang discuss the qualifying round of the #SHOTGUNTHEBARS competition and give their predictions for round 1. Head over to our Instagram account @shotguntheaux to follow the action!

This episode features UK Hip Hop's favourite Canadian Dad @canadiandadreacts and beat maker extraordinaire @c.facts_the_evil_genius 

In this episode we finally conclude on our joint top 4* UK rappers (there are 16 in total to avoid confusion). To add to the festive fun, head over to our Instagram @shotguntheaux to vote for your favourite in our head to head showdown. Oh and have a good Christmas and that. Safe.

*In the episode we state top 10 which is a mistake as joint 10th-5th spot was covered in part 2. We don't get paid for this sh*t.

On this episode, Joker Starr joins us to delve into the themes, influences and nuances of his latest album, Gawds Children (produced by DTY FT). We reflect on the battle scene, Joker’s artistic journey, challenging gigs, his live performances with Abstract Orchestra and why we won’t be catching him in the sea any time soon! 

Follow Joker Starr on IG: @joker_starr_suupah

Welcome back to hell. If you haven't listened to part 1 yet, go and do that...or don't bother. Nothing matters anymore. Part 3 coming soon...wait what?

Shouts to Uncle Mick for editing this monstrosity.

@shotguntheaux

AND WE'RE BACK! We recently asked you on Instagram to vote for who you think is the "greatest technical rapper from the UK".
 
There was a very diverse response with many obvious choices, some not so obvious, and a few in between. After a bloody long hiatus, we are back to tackle the near impossible task of debating and categorising EVERY rapper in the list and giving our own takes on it. We also call out a few glaring omissions.

Shouts to Mick Swagger for the guest appearance and for handling editing duties on this episode.

Let us know what you thought of the discussion and hit us up on Instagram @shotguntheaux

Stay tuned for part 2 coming soon!

On our latest episode we catch up with UK Hip Hop legend Blade.

Hailing from Iran, Blade moved to New Cross, London at the tender age of 7. During his formative years in the capital he would discover Hip Hop and become one with the definition of the word hustler. Boasting the innate hypothetical ability to hustle from one end of one high road to the other while simultaneously ignoring back to back naked females...until all wax was shifted.

Blade has been prolific since his first release in 1988. A year later he dropped his standout banger "Lyrical Maniac". Which fused together timeless raw lyricism and dope production becoming a benchmark of UK Hip Hop at that time. After setting the bar, Blade would go on to drop singles in the early 90s like “Mind of an Ordinary Citizen” and “Rough it Up”. Along with three LPs, the most notably “The Lion Goes from Strength to Strength”. 

Then came “The Unknown” with the late great Mark B. The album is an absolute classic marrying old school and new succinctly into one body of work while Blade tirelessly fights the music industry in order to come out on top. Utilising such legends as Rodney P, Skinnyman and Chester P to pepper Mark Bs production with the flavour of what was to come in UK Hip Hop.

Nowadays, Blade has put the mic on the back burner (but not necessarily the pen) to champion his media channel @0521official. The ethos of the channel is to work together and build a scene through positive relationships in order to showcase good music without ego (in our humble opinion).

05:21 is going from strength to strength, interviewing legends such as Chester P, Mercury from Gunshot, Jonzi D, with live performances from Prospects, Joker Starr, Gee Bag and many more to come.

UK Hip Hop needs people like Blade, UK Hip Hop needs MORE people like Blade. For knowledge, humour and most importantly, unity.

Subscribe to 05:21: https://youtube.com/c/0521Official

Follow Blade on Instagram: @blade691_uk
Follow 05:21 on Instagram:  @0521official

On this episode we catch up with Kashmere, Booda French and HPBLK aka Old Children and break down their incredibly dope new EP "Push Start".

Old Children is latest multi-headed beast alliance of hip-hop minds HPBLK (HYPERBOLIC), Booda French and King Kashmere who takes the helm handling the production duties of the project.

On Push Start; HPBLK and Booda trade bars carved from out of this world imagery, left field references and forward thinking quantum streams of thought over King Kashmeres hypnotic futuristic lo-tech cosmic slop. A slick 6 track affair (also featuring Ramson Badbonez and DJ Jazz-T) this short but sweet project is a glimpse of what the magical trio have to offer.

Stream/purchase "Push Start" on Bandcamp:https://oldchildren.bandcamp.com/releases

Listen to Old Children on Spotify:  https://open.spotify.com/artist/6FBB3Kt8WWZMh179gAdKrG?si=rhDqJaUwS_GQ1-G8jeJxFw&dl_branch=1

Old Children on Instagram: https://instagram.com/emptyretirementfund?utm_medium=copy_link

King Kashmere on Instagram: https://instagram.com/kingkashmere?utm_medium=copy_link

Booda French on Instagram: https://instagram.com/boodafrench?utm_medium=copy_link

HPBLK on Instagram: https://instagram.com/hyperdashbolic?utm_medium=copy_link

#OLDCHILDREN #SHOTGUNTHEAUX

Welcome to "Shotgun The Classics" where we revisit and breakdown some of our favourite underground Hip Hop albums.

In this episode, we deep dive into "DettWork SouthEast" the debut full length album from UK Hip Hop legend Blak Twang aka Tony Rotten. 

Recorded in 1995, DettWork SouthEast was a defining moment within UK Hip Hop. Though never formally released, this album is a certified classic with tracks like "Fearless", "Real Estate", "Queens Head", and, of course the album's title track "Dettwork SouthEast"...mind the gap old chap.

Listen to "DettWork SouthEast" on Spotify:   https://open.spotify.com/album/1539Rb9iCTiGf8DDxJ18g1?si=pvrGBXCcSEecJyFWdI7_5g&dl_branch=1

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Welcome to  "Shotgun The Classics" where we revisit and breakdown some of our favourite Hip Hop albums.

In this episode, we deep dive into "New Mic Order" the debut full length album from UK Hip Hop legends Task Force (brothers Chester P and Farma G) produced by the late great Mark B.

Listen to "New Mic Order" on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/1DWVsWPmsW80fMy23D2He5?si=vby7PG8TQU6e8kvW_growA

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Welcome to  "Shotgun The Classics" where we revisit and breakdown some of our favourite Hip Hop albums.

In this episode, we take on the UK Hip Hop masterpiece that is "The Sagas Of..." by Hackney rapper Klashnekoff released in 2004 on Kemet records.

Once again, DJ and producer Harry Love joined us to chat about producing "Parrowdice" and possibly one of the biggest tunes in UK Hip Hop history... "Murda".

Listen to "The Sagas Of..." on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/2wP36nB9J4IPGQKQbqXTWv?si=4tdX0GApQ8qdzawg6XWD3A

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Welcome to our brand new section - "Shotgun The Classics" (we couldn't come up with anything more original) where we revisit and breakdown some of our favourite Hip Hop albums.

In this episode, we tackle the seminal UK Hip Hop classic "The Return Of The Drifter" by English rapper Jehst released in 2002 on Low Life Records.

After revisiting the album in a track by track breakdown, we were joined by UK veteran DJ and producer Harry Love who gave some insight on how the project came into existence, meeting Jehst for the first time and being blown away by his bars, legendary street cyphers with UK Hip Hop royalty, and of course his production on the classic tracks "Alcoholic Author" and "Staircase to Stage".

(Note: we were all scratching our heads (no pun intended) trying to figure out who performed the cuts for the record. Harry did in fact confirm after recording that this was in fact DJ Ideal)

Time stamps below:
00:06:17 - Album breakdown
00:57:40 - Harry Love interview

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On this episode we catch up to chat about our recent "SHOTGUN THE BARS" competition.

Joining us to shoot the breeze is our first ever STB champion Lomax, runner up Blurred Thirst, judge and rapper Cosm, and judge and producer Big O. Even Jake made an appearance for this one...so you know it's about to get serious.

We discuss the competition as a whole from the qualifying round, all the way through to the finals. There were laughs, there were tears, there were moose's d*cks, there were vote rigging Russian bots (allegedly), there was beef, but above all...there were dope bars a plenty.

If the above paragraph didn't make any sense to you, head over to our Instagram and check out the posts from the past couple of months before you peep this episode.

A big shoutout to all of the finalists: PJD, Bxrbarian, Pique Roscoe, Mick Swagger, C.o.N-Vers, Reign, Naninho, Bucks, Archetype, Moo, Relly, Jaydar, Jacob Fiya Flaim, Blurred Thirst, and Lomax.

Also shouts to all the MCs who participated in the competition, to Big O and g Man for providing the bangers, to Chester P, Verbz, and CLBRKS for helping us spread the word, and to everyone else tuning in. Until next time🎤🔥🍿

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Big O on Instagram: https://instagram.com/bigrodamous?igshid=12nb9qru3ugrm

On this episode we are joined by the incredibly talented singer/songwriter, musician and producer - Mac Lloyd.

We chat to the Melancholic Soul King about his introduction to making music, working with Res One and Green Brick Records, WWF (again🤣), listening to the likes of Action Bronson, Danny Brown and Flatbush Zombies, Jonah Hill, and his forthcoming project the "Melancholic Soul Club" EP.

Mac Lloyd on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1LwgWZaHMmRVyu2fIglu3l?si=6Lm6lr5eR0SRKnwm0RKiPg

Mac Lloyd on Apple Music:  https://music.apple.com/gb/artist/mac-lloyd/1464149094

Mac Lloyd on Bandcamp: https://maclloyd.bandcamp.com/

Connect with Mac Lloyd on Instagram: https://instagram.com/therealmaclloyd?igshid=6cjuxi6b9wes

Connect with Green Brick Records Instagram: https://instagram.com/greenbrickrecords?igshid=gtwc5s20cqdo

"TO THE BRIM" Official Video: https://youtu.be/akpWUJSCwGc

"FIND SPACE" Official Video: https://youtu.be/77Ilor-dMAA

"MAMA KNOWS" Official Video: https://youtu.be/woRtQQFo3ek

Other links:

Danny Brown & A$AP Rocky Interview: https://youtu.be/0qMAzn4s1_g

Danny Brown "Ain't It Funny" video: https://youtu.be/7L4JnAuW00k

#SHOTGUNTHEAUX #MACLLOYD

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Aidan - @aidantgrant
Tom - @teacozee
Jake - @jakegibbs

Shotgun The Aux is a Hip Hop and Streetwear Podcast based in the UK (Bournemouth stand up!). From boom bap to trap, Aidan, Tom and Jake discuss their passion for Hip Hop culture, new clothing drops, and interview some of the most exciting talent the UK Hip Hop scene has to offer. Shotgun The Aux also serves as a platform to promote new music for regional Hip Hop artists who want to get their music heard by likeminded heads out there. You can find Shotgun The Aux on all social media platforms and YouTube. Get involved in the movement now!

On this episode and following the releases of “Lord of the North”, “MPC” and “Unruly”, we sit down with Manchester trio - Piqué Roscoe, Rokz Bundy and Matt Kuartz and chat about how they met, collaborating together, future plans and studio antics, as well as unpick Spotify Wrapped and discuss Manchester’s hiphop scene and monthly beat-makers event, WORKINONIT. We also throw a few Nardwuar-style questions in to keep them on their toes. 

Follow Pique Roscoe on IG: @piqueroscoe 
Follow Rokz Bundy on IG: @rokzbundy 
Follow Matt Kuartz on IG: @mattkuartz 

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On this episode we are joined by Essex born/LA based rap artist - Verses Bang.

Currently residing in Hollywood, we chat to Verses about settling into life across the pond during the pandemic, his new EP "The New Normal?" (solely produced by fellow Troll Gang member Oozhe), the perception of UK rap music in the States, favourite wrestlers, his passion for collecting streetwear (before it was cool), the time he met Nas in Sweet Chick, and much more!

This episode features the tracks "Courtside Jack" and "Covid 44" taken from "THE NEW NORMAL?" EP, out now on all good digital platforms. Links below...

Verse Bang on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5cDQsX2d6O0Ok7UAab1oxV?si=Rq_RljhUT3q8qLEMx89aCQ

Verses Bang on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/gb/artist/verses-bang/1393727203

Verses Bang on Bandcamp:
https://versesbang.bandcamp.com/

Connect with Verses Bang on Instagram: https://instagram.com/bangcam?igshid=sfwbu4803j3o

Verses Bang on YouTube: https://youtube.com/user/GUTTARECS

"COURTSIDE JACK" Official Video: https://youtu.be/poZ7lC71RBA

"COVID 44 " Official Video:
https://youtu.be/Uk6lROWIvYo

Other links:

"Beyond the Mat" Wrestling documentary: https://youtu.be/Ryt6uc4Ojes

#SHOTGUNTHEAUX #VERSESBANG

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On our first episode of 2021 we are joined by UK Hip Hop legend Ramson BadBonez.

We chat to Ramson about his recent project - the Love Music EP, early influences in Hip Hop, 80s horror movies, the inspiration behind his alter egos Jason Bonez and Oscar the Slouch, meeting Task Force at 13 years old, business etiquette in rap and much more!

We also revisited a few classics from the discography including 'Death Mask', 'Mic Day The 13th', and the seminal 'A Year in the Life of Oscar the Slouch'.

This episode features the track 'Raw Lines' taken from the Love Music EP. Out now on digital platforms.

Follow Ramson BadBonez on Instagram: @oscarslouch

Ramson BadBonez on Bandcamp: https://ramsonbadbones.bandcamp.com/album/love-music

Ramson BadBonez on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3GXR87K6u3BrzBfdsEf2cR?si=8_IIWw2JRdKP-uoqo3qm_A

'Mr White' music video: https://youtu.be/arNS2eJQehU

'Sarcophagus' music video: https://youtu.be/Kj4TlB9DSo8

'Raw Lines' music video: https://youtu.be/b9dX7vUmAhU

After the utter sh*t show 2020 turned out to be, we decided to jump on one final podcast to put the world to rights, whilst discussing some of our favourite Hip Hop albums and moments from the show. Tune in to find out if Jake bothered to turn up...

Happy Holidays from Shotgun The Aux

On this episode we are joined by Bradford based rapper and Battle Rap legend - the one and only Lunar C.

We chat to Lunar about his dope new project 'Pink Lagoon' with producer HashFinger, favourite UK rappers, Lockdown music videos, Twitter antics, Don't Flop (sorry not sorry) and much more!

"Ease Up" video out now: https://youtu.be/7ADmudTxe_g

Cop Pink Lagoon on vinyl: https://qrates.com/projects/21710-pink-lagoon

Listen to Pink Lagoon on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/2k4fFKnmLCaRWSQAUWagjK?si=-8-LFnB4RYCrV9ixhGLtlA

Connect with Lunar C on Instagram: @onepunchwilly

On our latest episode we are joined by our first ever guest from across the pond - Boston native, and legendary wordsmith REKS.

We chat to Reks about his take on the 2020 pandemic, his incredible new album T.H.I.N.G.S, working with some of the dopest producers in the game (The Alchemist, Apollo Brown, DJ Premier, Nottz, Evidence to name a few), the early days with Statik Selektah, European tours, crushing live shows with M.O.P. and much more!

This episode features the track "Complex" featuring Pharoahe Monch.

Listen to T.H.I.N.G.S on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/5A3vwrEnCCslFGDldLvrUn?si=BPrZOU4nTuSgbmwjOenpdA

Connect with REKS on Instagram: @rekshiphop

Be sure to cop a ticket for the "T.H.I.N.G.S Don't Stop Cuz of Covid" Tour via Zoom.
PayPal: rekingsupreme@gmail.com

On our latest episode we are joined by Brighton based singer/songwriter, musician and producer - KIANVSLIFE.

We chat to Kian about his introduction to music production, his appreciation of song composition, musical influences from Odd Future to Prince, why it's important to break free of the RnB blueprint and much more.

This episode features the track "Sally" taken from Kian's brand new EP 'Lady Jasper' available now on all good platforms.

KIANVSLIFE on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3hwIfxqCXxXrhDFm8ZYuSc?si=n2shY-0WRXGzY9R2_o88ug

Subscribe to KIANVSLIFE on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTmDMTRut5LWYC59xPd3Oxw

Connect with Kian on Instagram: @kianvsinsta

On this episode we had the great pleasure of hosting one of the most influential Hip Hop artists to grace the UK - the legend that is Chester P Hackenbush.

We chat to Chester about the current state of the nation, the adverse impact of social media on our collective consciousness, past and upcoming projects, his love of performing live shows, the time he supported Super Furry Animals in Cardiff, releasing music in the modern era, some objective truths around UK Hip Hop vs Grime, and of course...the seminal UK rap group Task Force.

Stay locked for Chester's upcoming collaborative project with DJ Goblin dropping in 2021.

'The Nameless Project' is out now on digital platforms.

Chester P on Bandcamp: https://realtalkrecordsuk.bandcamp.com/music

Chester P on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4FrXJhZSdzA6ALFiC4KaIf?si=pJMfHmzVTSSw_39q8TM3Jw

Chester P on Instagram: @chesterp_therealone

Chester P for Mayor - Hip Hop and Homelessness Documentary: https://youtu.be/XzuPwTbo_tM

Peace!

On this episode we are joined by Croydon rap duo The Strange Neighbour & Big Toast aka 'TUFF BOYZ'.

We chat to the boyz about founding the prolific UK Hip Hop record label Revorg Records, working with a multitude of talent from across the scene, their hilarious 2019 album 'Bat Night' (prod. Oliver Sudden), satirical music videos, early rap names, favourite producers, and how the UK Hip Hop scene can be waaaay too small. 

Stay locked for Big Toast's upcoming project with UK veteran producer 184 - "Who s**t in the Sandpit?"

In the meantime head on over to revorgrecords.bandcamp.com to check out the tonne of dope releases from the Revorg roster.

Connect with TUFF BOYZ on Instagram: @thestrangeneighbour

@bigtoast_revorgrecords

@revorg_records

Listen to TUFF BOYZ on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/3R8MP4kETgnTIeCxnvQY0h?si=EgLbXHaKSBCbdJ5YzMaq2Q

On this episode we are joined by founders of the Big Rap Cookbook - Scott "Booda" French and Samuel "Fatty" Hemingway.

The Big Rap Cookbook was born out of the boy's shared passion for food references in rap, and features recipes from some of Hip Hop's leading MCs, DJs and Producers. 

We chat to the guys about how the Big Rap Cookbook was published, Fatty's food bar database, interviews with rap legends, veganism, obscure food references in Hip Hop, Action Bronson, NY culinary hotspots, collaborating with Taste Cadets, and Cuban Sandwiches. 

The Big Rap Cookbook volume 2 drops very soon. Sign up to the mailing list on their website for updates:

https://www.bigrapcookbook.com/

Check out the Big Rap Cookbook Podcast:

https://open.spotify.com/show/4YBxMn8YUVQ04DMr1UgZwY?si=ZbL86CzbQ-6VTevS45NOxw

Connect with the guys on Instagram:

@bigrapcookbook

@boodafrench

@samuelhemingway

Enjoy!

On this episode we are joined by hosts of the Brick Sofa Podcast - Res One and DJ Rogue.

We chat to Res and Rogue about the phases of lockdown, the divisive nature of the current political climate, the pros and cons of the Information Age, living in an echo chamber, new music, and much more.

Subscribe to the Brick Sofa Podcast here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3ARzR-GYl8tw0Uia-jiSRg

Listen to Res One here: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0jDSBMgG4qeVWW0GAWnCRw?si=YDQZqNDxR0WqZ7SrSwNxwQ

Listen to DJ Rogue here: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1GAF5I65NKfscb6MWJRSMo?si=fKr_romfTly-k-f1y5dAHg

Res One on Instagram: @res_oner
DJ Rogue on Instagram: @djroguezilla

On this episode we catch up with rapper/producer duo Reign MC and Sxndshrxw to chat about their banging debut album "The Black Paintings" inspired by Francisco Goya, supporting the Wu Tang Clan, features from The Game, dark subject matter amongst other wild tangents.

The Black Paintings is out everywhere now:
https://open.spotify.com/album/2fIeWSUKqcwXwW5JylMt2a?si=1FUDJIKfR4mDTEOdX3NtEw

Follow Reign MC on IG: @hippiejumphombre
Follow Sxndshrxw on IG: @sxndshrxw

Follow us on IG: @shotguntheaux

On this episode we are joined by London based rapper and stand up comedian - Joe Jacobs (aka Jester Jacobs).

We chat to Joe about some of his most embarrassing standup stories, being inspired by the likes of Jack Dee and Jerry Sadowitz (who might have once threatened to kill him), the impact of PC culture on comedy, rap audiences vs comedy audiences, the evolution of comedy in the Internet age, and why sometimes you just need to "eat shit" to grow as a comedian.

Stay locked for Joe's documentary "Hip Hop's Laughing Stock" dropping on BBC Radio 4 in September 2020.

Subscribe to Joe Jacobs on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/jesterjacobs

Listen to Joe Jacobs on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0jO1dUFGIsCO1lQxRN3JwC?si=lBb9L_juSwOPiySWIdSfoA

Follow Joe on Instagram: https://instagram.com/jesterjacobs?igshid=1m4as96zkckmm

On our latest episode we are joined by London based rap/production duo Summers Sons (brothers Slim and Turt) and keyboard player/vocalist C Tappin.

We chat to the guys about projects past and new, touring with Children of Zeus, The Soulquarians, Dave Chappelle's Block Party, starting their new label "Lightworks", breaking down LoFi and much more.

Listen to Summers Sons on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6dX4na3KWr3yMTLU4l1W7z?si=ZBHsTCT0Qe6Soab7vNKe2A

Listen to Summers Sons on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/MPMTV

Connect with Summers Sons on Instagram:
@summers_sons
Connect with C Tappin on Instagram: @ceetappin

On this episode we are joined by The Last Elect - an exciting new Hip Hop collective from South London, consisting of producer and rapper duo C.Facts and C.O.N-Vers (Write 2 Speak) and newcomer Bxrbarian.

We chat to The Last Elect about new music, original rap names, video shoots with Chester P, working with Parky, independent vs commercial music, DMX vs Snoop Dogg, favourite album drops of 2020 and much more!

'Who Are They' - the debut single from The Last Elect is out now on Dissfigured Records. Link to the video here: https://youtu.be/giIWrNVw4t4

Connect with The Last Elect:
@c.o.n_vers_official
@c.facts_official
@bxrbarian_

On this episode we are joined by the extremely talented Emily Catherine Illustration. 

Emily specializes in hand-drawn and hand-painted illustrations and artworks, and has worked with a multitude of Hip Hop artists from both sides of the pond, including names such as Your Old Droog, D Prince, Pharoahe Monch, Micall Parknsun, and Juga-Naut to name a few.

We chat to Emily about classic illustrated album covers, Hip Hop art workshops, her creative process, working with legends, becoming friends with Pharoahe Monch, and much more!

Check out Emily's incredible art work at:
www.emilycatherineillustration.com

Check out Emily's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCY-Ff74LxjUlQOAdrQV_MPQ

Connect with Emily on Instagram: @emilycatherineillustration

On this episode, we are joined by Kambi Thandi - host of the Crate 808 Podcast.

Crate 808 is a 90s Hip Hop Podcast that regularly debate classic albums, and interview Hip Hop royalty - with past guests including DJ Premier, Pharoahe Monch, DJ Muggs, RA The Rugged Man, amongst other legends in the game.

We chat to Kam about how Crate 808 rapidly evolved from a stoned conversation to a fully-fledged podcasting phenomenon, bumping Mobb Deep in an Scunthorpe off license, after parties with Ice T, Ubers with DJ Premier, the state of 2020, and everything else from Run The Jewels to REO Speedwagon. 

Crate 808 is available on all of your favourite podcast platforms. 

Louis Jack Bear Ray (aka Bear) and Tom each nominated one of their favourite 2020 projects for the other to listen to. Here, they discuss each project in a comprehensive track-by-track breakdown.

Tom's choice was Alabama newcomer CHIKA with her eclectic EP 'Industry Games' followed by Bear's choice 'The Circus EP' from Mick Jenkins (coincidentally also from Alabama). Both of these projects set the bar incredibly high for production and versatility, so this pairing turned out to be pretty special.

Bear and Tom also discuss the challenges of being a producer during lockdown, and Bear's recent project 'L.I.F.E', available now on digital platforms.