The Culture Decides
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West Phillyâs own King Shampz joins The Culture Decides to talk bars, independence, and building momentum outside the system.
We dive into his freestyle roots, the impact of his âBars From The Blockâ series, and the mindset behind his latest EP, Hustlerâs Renaissance Vol. 1., Shampz breaks down his creative process, working alongside his brother through Dead Wrong Records, and why artists canât rely on the algorithm to define their ...
From Brooklynâs Coney Island to the Mic, Ruciano joins The Culture Decides.
On this episode, I sit down with Brooklyn rapper Ruciano for a real conversation about freestyling, pain, pride, culture, and consistency. This interview is a follow-up to Episode 17, where I reviewed his âHard To Smileâ freestyle on Blockwork TV, a raw, heartfelt performance that captured personal struggles, street realities, and emotional honesty.
Hip-hop has been a whirlwind! Cardi Bâs continuous momentum has the culture buzzing, new releases are flooding in, and thereâs plenty of news to break down. Catch up with me on this episode as I cover highlights and lowlights, underground artists you need to hear, and full project reviews of Elcaminoâs MINO and Hit-Boy & The Alchemistâs Goldfish.
Underground Artist Featured
- E King & Ricio Ready
- RucianoÂ
- Reuben Vincent ...
Safe to say this summer has been drama-filled! It didnât stop the music from pouring out though. From highly anticipated albums to Young Thugâs leaked jail calls, the media and the culture has been in a frenzy! Join me while I tap into whatâs been going on, new music from The Culture to vibe with, and a full project review for Joey Bada$$â âLonely at the Topâ
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This summer has been filled with back to back drops and a mixup of competiton. It seems like everyone is either on tour and has something to address. Join me as I talk through some highlights for Tyler, The Creator, Drakeâs continued ICEMAN rollout, new artists worth listening to, and compare Benny the Butcherâs Summertime Butch 2 vs Freddie Gibbsâs Alfredo 2. Who is really serving em up the best?
Intro/Updates - 00:00:15Â
Agenda - 0...
July is not only bringing the heat temperature wise, itâs been bringing the heat musically too! Weâve been getting new music left and right. Drake himself has been teasing âICEMANâ and took the stage at UKâs annual fest, Wireless Festival. Join me as I unpack two highly anticipated drops: Clipseâs return after nearly 16 years with âLet God Sort Em Outâ and Travis Scott with the crew on âJACKBOYS 2â!
Weâve all had that parasocial momentâwhen an artistâs music feels personal, like they get you. But what happens when the idols start moving like incels? This week, on episode 13, I sit down with Kris Chesson, one half of the Bad Queers Podcast, to unpack the complicated rise and fall of some of hip-hopâs biggest names: Kanye West and Young Money's favorites, Drake, Nicki Minaj, and Lil Wayne.Â
From Through the Wire to CLB, from...
May was full of surprises! Rap battles rocked the east and west coast meanwhile Diddyâs world continues to unravel with shocking reveals. Join me as I recap May and review projects for Blxst, Youngn MH, Kai Ca$h, 450, & AminĂŠ!
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Had to pop out and show 'em this month! Check out episode 11 for a recap of my experience at Kendrick and SZA's Grand National Tour stop at MetLife Stadium, top looks at the Met Gala, and album reviews for Ding Dong, Coco Jones, and Lefty Gunplay!
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Y'all know I had to do it BIG for episode 10! This one is a SPECIAL bonus episode. Youngn MH, hottest artist out of Flatbush, Brooklyn, stopped by to discuss his career so far and what's in store for us. Young about to turn up for NYC real soon!
Check out his latest singles Impatient & Ice Spice! Follow Youngn MH & MONEY HUNGRY ENT on IG!
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On episode 9ine, Iâm serving up updates on the industry including the latest on Drake vs UMG, new music on the way, and conclude with project reviews for the following:
- Alex Isley - WHEN (EP)
- Westside Gunn - HEELS HAVE EYES (EP)
- Davido - 5ive (Album)
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Welcome back! Festival season is here and the music industry has been heating up. Join me as I cover recent news, share songs on repeat, and project reviews for âWe Owe You an Explanationâ by PARTYOF2, âOMW2 Rexdaleâ by NAV, & âDeep Thoughtsâ by Lil Durk.
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The March Madness continues! Join me as I cover highlights/lowlights, including Drake's ongoing saga with UMG, new singles and albums on repeat, plus album reviews for Insomnia by Money Man, Ghetto Children by Lil Bean, & the long-awaited album by Playboi Carti, I AM "MUSIC".Â
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Weâre nearly halfway through the month and things have been off to a wild start. Join me as I cover Drakeâs thrown out petition, upcoming albums, Doechiiâs continuous success, Lil Tjay + Offsetâs fall out, & more. Stay tuned for my review of The Outcome by ILL Tone Beats & Benny the Butcherâs music collective, Black Soprano Family.
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Feb was stacked with highlight moments for the Culture! From Kendrick sweeping the Grammys and crushing his Super Bowl performance, Vybz winning at the MOBO Awards, A$AP beating his case, to albums from some of our faves. This episode kicks off with the highlights and ends with reviews for Life is Beautiful and $ome $exy $ongs 4 U!Â
Timeline
Intro: 00:00:31
Agenda: 00:00:58
February Recap (highlights and the lowlights): 00:02:08
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Kendrick set the stage and the tone with Sundayâs Super Bowl Halftime Show! GNX was heard live for the first time and he had a performance full of symbolism and surprises like Samuel L. Jackson. This was one def for the Culture! Tune in for my highlight moments and listen to me unpack the show!Â
Timeline
Intro: 00:00:31
Agenda: 00:01:30
Pre-Halftime Show Highlights: 00:01:52
Questions & Thoughts ahead of Show: 00:05:27
Halftime ...
Tune in this week for a special bonus episode recapping the Grammys! Check out my highlight moments from this yearâs show and my thoughts on some of the biggest winners, including BeyoncĂŠ, Kendrick, and Doechii!Â
Timeline
Intro: 00:00:31
Top Moments at the Grammys: 00:04:30
Award Nominations/Winners Review: 00:21:12
R&B Awards: 00:22:30
Rap Awards: 00:26:51
Reggae: 00:38:18
Jazz: 00:40:00
Afrobeats: 00:40:26
Country 00:41:15
Join me on the second episode of The Culture Decides! Time to recap Januaryâs crazy moments and album releases!
Timeline
Intro: 00:00:31
Crazy Moments: 00:01:48
Album Reviews: 00:12:58
Central Cee - Canât Rush Greatness: 00:17:12
Hunxho - For Us: 00:24:20
Jordan Adetunji - A Jaguarâs Dream: 00:28:31
The Weeknd - Hurry Up Tomorrow: 00:31:50
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Welcome to the first episode of The Culture Decides! I'm your host Li and on this episode, I will be diving into how crazy 2024 has been within the music industry! A perfect episode to wrap up the EOY for my fellow music fans.
Join me as I talk through rap beefs, crazy moments, an album review for SZA's LANA, and this year's top projects.
Timeline
Intro to The Culture Decides: 00:00:28
Rap B...
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