That's Hip-Hop
We're 3 high school friends who share a common passion for Hip Hop. Each of us have created our own albums, performed or started our own channels, but this time, we are collaborating together to share our common bond over our love for hip hop. We are taking a journey into the music. Going album by album to dissect and share our experiences with the tracks. We release a new episode every Monday. Check us out and let us know what albums we should review next!
Episodes
N.O.R.E.’s 1998 solo debut wasn’t just an album — it was a snapshot of New York hip-hop caught between chaos and charm, and Mark, Ali and Isaiah in this episode revive that energy with contagious excitement. They break down how N.O.R.E., fresh off the success of Capone-N-Noreaga, carved out his own lane by leaning into pure charisma: off-the-cuff bars, unpredictable humor, and a voice that sounded like it came straigh...
Masta Ace’s interview unfolds like a masterclass in longevity, craft, and quiet confidence. From the moment he starts speaking, you can feel the weight of decades spent navigating the shifting terrain of hip-hop — from his early Juice Crew days, where every verse felt like a test, to the reinvention that birthed Disposable Arts and a whole new generation of fans. He talks openly about the pressures of chasing mainstre...
.In this energetic and wide-ranging review of Revolutionary Vol. 2 by Immortal Technique, the hosts paint a vivid picture of an MC who rejected commercial trappings in favor of raw truth-telling. They highlight his unapologetic delivery, dense with historical and sociopolitical references—from U.S. imperialism and the prison-industrial complex to colonialism and media manipulation—and commend how he paired that with s...
#153 HUGGY DUZIT INTERVIEW: CREATING CONTENT, HOOP DREAMS, ORPHAN, FAMILY QUARRELS AND FINDING PEACE
In this fiery conversation, Huggy Duzit opens up about his evolution from tree-climbing childhood in Southern California to becoming a voice of underground hip-hop grounded in genuine experience. He talks about the importance of releasing music consistently—he mentions writing a verse every single day for eight years—as a way to shift perceptions from "someone trying music out" to "someone who does musi...
#149 HAZERD INTERVIEW - MAKING IT INDEPENDENT, 40oz FREESTYLE FRIDAYS, HOW IT STARTED, AND THE MUSIC
In this episode, the hosts take a deep dive into Dr. Dre’s The Chronic, breaking down why it remains one of the most important albums in hip-hop history. They start by exploring Dre’s style as an MC—measured, authoritative, and confident—while emphasizing that his true genius lies in production and leadership. The conversation highlights how The Chronic introduced the world to the G-funk sound and provided the perfect...
In a raw, unfiltered moment straight from the heart of the 909, the Flatliners—Octane and QP—step into the light as true architects of Inland Empire hip-hop culture. This isn't just an interview; it's a brotherhood celebration—a living, breathing testament to twenty years of street-honed lyricism, late-night cipher sessions, and unapologetic local pride. Octane delivers razor-sharp punchlines and pop-culture...
In this episode, Mark, Ali and Isaiah invite you into a rich, conversational breakdown of Talib Kweli’s Quality, his gritty-yet-conscious solo debut that keeps you hooked from the very first beat. Their camaraderie leaps off the mic as they trace Talib’s lyrical agility and his commitment to weaving powerful storytelling with social awareness—everything from Black empowerment to personal introspection flows effortless...
In this deeply reflective and culturally rich episode Mark, Ali, and Isaiah from the 909 dive into the legacy of one of hip-hop’s most legendary figures: The Notorious B.I.G. With reverence and deep knowledge, they explore the lyrical genius, smooth charisma, and haunting storytelling that made Ready to Die a cornerstone of East Coast hip-hop. From the hypnotic flow Biggie brought to both soul-sampled tracks and stree...
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In a raw, energy-charged chat straight out of the 909, Personal (stylized “P E R S I N A L”) opens up beyond the mic—mixing introspective beats with braggadocious bravado, he pulls us into his world. Born from heartfelt intros, trust in community, and the grit of building somet...
The MHz Legacy veteran—famed for his venom-laced punchlines, intricate metaphors, and fearless honesty—traces his journey from a 14-year-old freestyler on a karaoke machine to dropping the cult-classic The High Exhaulted. From the moment Copywrite starts talking, it feels like stepping into the heart of the underground—where bars are weapons, beats are battlefields, and every word is earned. Along the way, we hear abo...
From the very opening lines—“Good morning, good, good evening...straight from the 909, it’s Mark Ali”—you’re thrust into the infectious energy of two hip-hop heads riffing on the return of Virginia’s legendary duo Clipse. Pusha T and Malice, once known as No Malice, have emerged from fifteen years apart with their 2025 reunion album Let God Sort Em Out, and this conversation captures the thrill of that comeback. The h...
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In episode #135, hosts Mark Ali and Nesquik dive deep into one of the most influential hip-hop albums of all time: Only Built for Cuban Linx… by Raekwon, co-starring Ghostface Killah. They explore how Raekwon’s 1995 solo debut didn’t just follow the Wu-Tang Clan formula—it innovated it. Framed like a gritty street film, the album blends mafioso narratives, coded slang, and cinematic production into an immersive listen...
In this episode, the crew dives deep into Nelly’s groundbreaking debut Country Grammar, an album that didn’t just introduce a new artist—it announced the arrival of an entirely new sound. Straight out of St. Louis, Nelly brought a melodic, feel-good swagger that fused hip-hop with pop, R&B, and even country. The hosts explore how he redefined early 2000s rap, showing that Midwest artists could command just as much...
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