Episode 481 dives into the death of Afrika Bambaataa and the highly polarizing, divided responses from the hip hop community regarding his dark legacy and the lack of accountability. The episode also unpacks the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inducting the Wu-Tang Clan while completely snubbing New Edition despite their massive fan vote. Finally, the panel reviews the mixed reactions coming out of Coachella, including Justin Bieber's controversial laptop set and the crowd's lame energy during The Clipse's performance.
New Old Heads Podcast Episodes
NOH 480 | "That tiger went tiger."
This week we had discussions on Jay Electronica preaching to concert goers and only rapping acapellas at a Currensy show, Kanye being banned from the UK and his two day London festival being cancelled, the AKAs not knowing nann about Trick Daddy, Pooh Shiesty and Gucci Mane, and more.
NOH 479 | "Lonely at the top."
This week we had discussions on JAY-Z and bloated concert ticket prices, J. Cole's statements about not being the best rapper, Benny The Butchers comments about social media being toxic, if there's any redemption for Kanye, positive things in Hip Hop and more.
NOH 478 | "The break's over."
Episode 478 features guest Brotha2daKnight. Discussions dive deep into J. Cole's recent interview with Cam'ron, exploring his reflections on the Drake and Kendrick Lamar fallout and his refusal to engage in rap's traditional blood-sport. The episode also unpacks The Kid Mero's fiery response to DJ Akademiks calling him a DEI hire, analyzing the deep rift between cultural preservation and exploitative media. Finally, the panel breaks down Jay-Z's GQ interview where he stated "battling isn't hip hop" and shared his thoughts on morality and billionaire status ahead of his 30th-anniversary Yankee Stadium concert.
The uncut episode has an additional 20 minutes about Jay-Z's billionaire commentary.
NOH 477 | "Kanye was heaven sent."
Episode 477 with guest Brotha2daKnight. This week we had discussion on Jack Harlow's new MONICA project and the responses both culturally and musically, LARUSSELL's odd song mentioning Trump, Adolf and Epstein being heaven sent, OLD RAPPERS doing YOUNG RAPPER things, and much more.
