Episodes
Jan. 17, 2025
Lord of the Sad and Lonely - Kid Cudi's Indicud: A Journey Beyond the Moon
*Originally released in 2021* Welcome back to The Record Report! This episode, we delve into Kid Cudi's third studio album, Indicud. With fans eagerly awaiting the next chapter in the Man on the Moon series, Cudi surprised t…
Jan. 14, 2025
Thought It Was A Drought Future’s Dirty Sprite 2: The Rise of a Trap Icon
*Originally recorded in 2023* Welcome back to The Record Report ! For Episode 2, we’re diving into the syrupy depths of Future’s Dirty Sprite 2 (DS2). Released in 2015, DS2 was the project that catapulted Future from an arti…
Jan. 2, 2025
B Sides | Moments of 2024: The Record Report Year in Review Pt. II
Welcome Back to the Record Report! As 2024 wraps up, join Ahmad and Vance as they dive into the most significant moments in hip-hop this year. From the explosive return of regional rap to unforgettable feuds and the rise of …
Dec. 12, 2024
B Sides | Moments of 2024: The Record Report Year in Review Pt. I
The Record Report Podcast: Top 5 Favorite Albums of 2024 In this special episode of The Record Report , hosts Ahmad and Vance B count down their Top 5 favorite albums of 2024! From emerging artists to established icons, they…
Nov. 11, 2024
Rage Against the Machine: The Album That Defined a Generation
In this episode of Record Report Podcast , we dive deep into the self-titled debut album by Rage Against the Machine, a project that shook the music world in 1992. With its raw fusion of rap, metal, and politically charged l…
Oct. 29, 2024
Beyoncé's Crazy in Love: The Album That Launched a Legacy
In this episode of Record Report Podcast , we’re throwing it back to the album that set the stage for Beyoncé’s reign as a global icon. Join us as we dive deep into Dangerously in Love , featuring the unforgettable hit "Craz…
Sept. 17, 2024
B Sides: Under the Weather
Topics of this Episode Recent legends passing Kendrick's new Untitled Song Super Bowl 24' Halftime Saga VMAs (Sort of) What we've been listening to @Yo_Ahki/@VanceB_ Listen to this new episode and previous others on: Apple P…
Sept. 7, 2024
Stevie Wonder's Visions: A Musical Masterpiece of Reflection and Change
This week on Record Report Podcast , we’re joined by special guests Dave (@TrapBasquiat) and Malcolm (@Malcolm_X) to take an in-depth journey through Stevie Wonder's 16th album, Innervisions . Released in 1973, this Grammy-w…
Aug. 31, 2024
From the Underground Up: How Pilot Talk Cemented Curren$y's Status
This one's for the day-one lifers and new listeners alike! In Episode 10 of Record Report Podcast , we take a deep dive into Pilot Talk , the 2010 album that solidified Curren$y as an independent rap icon. Released in July 2…
Aug. 24, 2024
B Sides: Summer Break (lost episode)
A lost episode we shot before taking the Summer Break. Episode 10 coming soon! @Yo_Ahki/@VanceB_ Listen to this new episode and previous others on: Apple Podcasts (https://tinyurl.com/jydzz9fk) Spotify (https://tinyurl.com/c…
June 11, 2024
B-Sides: A Diddy Conversation
For this special B-Sides episode, Vance and Ahmad discussed the lawsuit and seemingly inevitable criminal charges towards Sean "Diddy" Combs and what this means for the future of Hip Hop.
May 23, 2024
From 'Say You Will' to Legacy: Kanye’s 808s and Heartbreak
Welcome back to another episode of The Record Report! DISCLAIMER: This episode came out before the Kendrick Lamar vs Drake Beef picked up. If you want to hear our breakdown of the music that came out, peep our full breakdown…
May 9, 2024
Special Episode: The only Kendrick & Drake breakdown that matters
For the past two weeks, the Hip Hop industry has been abuzz with a heated exchange between two of its biggest titans. This feud, which has been simmering for more than a decade, has finally come to a head, and we've taken th…
April 10, 2024
Edgewood: A Deep Dive into Trouble’s Legacy and Untold Potential
In the latest episode of Record Report Podcast , Ahmad and Vance take an in-depth look at Atlanta rapper Trouble's debut studio album, Edgewood . Released in 2018 and mostly produced by Georgia’s own MikeWillMadeIt, this 16-…
April 2, 2024
"The Global Sound of Funk: Cymande’s Debut Album"
This week, Ahmad and Vance take a journey across the pond and back in time to review the groundbreaking debut album by Cymande. Released in 1972, Cymande fused global influences to create one of the earliest and most unique …
March 26, 2024
Shout Out To The Bunnies
We're glad to see you again for episode 5 of the Record Report! For this episode, we have Radio DJ and Skater SylvrDolla in the building to talk about Tyler, the Creator's 4th studio album, Flower Boy . Releasing in the summ…
March 19, 2024
Exploring The Grey Area: Little Simz’s Masterpiece
Welcome back to Season 4 of The Record Report ! This week, we’re crossing the Atlantic to dive into the critically acclaimed third album by UK artist Little Simz, The Grey Area . Released in 2019, The Grey Area cemented Litt…
March 12, 2024
Satire and Soul: A Deep Dive into Little Brother’s The Minstrel Show
Welcome to Season 4 and our milestone 50th Episode of the Record Report ! This week, we’re traveling to North Carolina to explore Little Brother’s polarizing yet iconic sophomore album, The Minstrel Show . Released in 2005, …
March 5, 2024
Walk Like A Warrior, Reviewing Dead Prez’s sophomore album, RBG: Revolutionary But Gangsta.
Welcome back to Record Report ! This week, we’re diving into a groundbreaking project that fused revolutionary ideals with southern rap vibes: Dead Prez’s sophomore album, RBG: Revolutionary But Gangsta . Released in the spr…
Feb. 5, 2024
Taking a Long Walk Through Jill Scott’s Timeless Debut : Who Is Jill Scott? Words and Sounds, Volume 1.
This week on Record Report , we’re diving deep into the soulful brilliance of Jill Scott’s debut album, Who Is Jill Scott? Words and Sounds, Volume 1 . Released on July 18, 2000, this Grammy-nominated project introduced the …
Jan. 29, 2024
B Sides | 2023 Year In Review
Welcome back to the Record Report! As we prepare for Season 4 (and 2024), we take some time to look back at the year and what we loved about the music world. Vance and Ahmad choose their favorite artists of 2023, Hip-Hop's 5…
Oct. 12, 2023
Supa Dupa Fly: Missy Elliott’s Groundbreaking Debut and Its Lasting Legacy
Welcome back to the Record Report! This week, we're turning back the clock to 1997 to explore Missy Elliott's iconic debut album, Supa Dupa Fly. A true pioneer in hip-hop and R&B, Missy, along with Timbaland's production gen…
Sept. 12, 2023
Lakers
Welcome back to Episode 10 of the Record Report! This week, we're reviewing Freddie Gibb and Madlib's first collaborative album, Pinata. With the album dropping reasonably early in March of 2014, it quickly became a standout…
Aug. 29, 2023
I Gave You Power
Welcome Back to the Record Report! For this episode, we're taking the train to Queens with our guest DJ Rugby Segal to review Nas' sophomore project It Was Written. Dropping in 1996, It Was Written reached both critical and …