Boom Bap Chronicles

Episode 38

• Slick Rick: The hosts reflect on his legendary status and debate whether his latest album enhances or detracts from his legacy.

• Wu-Tang & Mathematics: There's little buzz around their new project, and the crew explores why it’s flying under the radar—invoking KRS-One’s ethos in the discussion.

• The Clipse – “So Be It”: The recent release is dissected, including speculation on how Travis Scott might respond t...

Ronee Simone (writer, actress, producer) joins Boom Bap Chronicles! In this episode, we cover a whole gang of ish:

• Aries Spears vs. Ice Cube: Comedian Aries Spears recently dismissed Ice Cube as a lyricist, sparking debates about the essence of lyricism in hip-hop.
  

• Cam'ron's Controversial Statement: Cam'ron told a porn star to "STFU," raising questions about boundaries and respect in the industry.
  

• Curtis Jackson's Family Drama: 5...
  

In this episode, we’re breaking down the week’s wildest hip hop headlines—starting with Complex’s controversial “Best Rappers from LA” list. How does a list like that drop without 2Pac? We unpack the drama and The Game’s response.

• Next up, Joe Budden is teasing a return to the mic. Is the podcast king ready to reclaim his spot in rap? And more importantly, does the culture even care?

• Then we head to Virginia as The Clips...

00:00-Intro02:08-Met Gala and Everybody that Showed Up 

14:36-The Game forced to Sell Mansion to pay $7 Million for 2016 Assault Case 

16:30-Bryon Scott SA Case (Another one…)

20:15-Roxanne Shante Stayed with Rick James at the age of 16

22:05-Smokey Robinson SA Case

28:40-Ras Baraka Locked up by ICE

39:35-Rodney O Sues Epic Records (“Like That” by Future and Metro Boomin’)

42:06-DDG vs. DJ Statik Selektah

55:18-Keke Palmer “Confessions” 

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00:00-Intro

06:16-Not Like Us Anniversary 5/4/24

13:57-Diddy Trial Starts on 5/5/25

17:14-BMF Season 4 - ‘95 Source Awards

25:00-New Benny the Butcher

29:38-New Westside Gunn "Egypt" ft. Doechii

33:27-Rio Da Yung OG - Legendary certified Platinum

36:20-Tee Grizzly: Pita Way Endorsement

43:08-Outkast & Salt N Pepa - Rock N Roll Hall of Fame Induction

48:17-Rhymefest Lied on Eminem

49:47-Houston vs. The Bay Area Top 3

01:10:40-10...

00:00-Intro

02:10-A Letter From The Government… U.S. Politics, Race, and other stuff

09:40-Diddy Plea Deal

11:40-Shannon Sharpe Case… Steps Down From ESPN… 

21:20-Druski “Not Guilty”

25:41-“Shook Ones: GOAT NY Song” 9th Wonder 

32:30-RhymeFest claims Eminem called him N-Word in 1997 Battle 

36:55-Doechii on P*ssy Rap

44:14-Ye Breakdown keeps getting Worse - Boosie Beef… Can Ye be arrested?

55:53-Bun Bs “Trill Burgers” Expanding (Opening New...

00:00-Intro

00:45-Easter and 420 on the Same Day 😯

06:30-Terrence "Punch" Henderson of TDE claims Euphoria was Worse and Kendrick Cut Out Parts

10:10-GNX Tour

17:40-Diddy adds Young Thug’s Attorney to His Case

20:50-Coachella 2025: Queen Latifah Pops Out with Megan The Stallion

25:33-Detroit Pistons Correction

30:00-Internet Trolling, Engagement, Politics, Conspiracy Theories and Reptilians

43:20-Ice Cube - Walk of Fame Star

56:...

00:00-Intro

09:28-Nas Record Label Dropping 7 Albums (Raekwon, Ghostface Killah, DJ Premier, De La Soul, Mobb Deep, Nas, Big L, and Slick Rick)

23:40-New Kendrick Lamar - Luther Video

27:00-Soulja Boy Lawsuit

39:10-Tupac Estate Lawsuit

43:47-Coachella

46:10-Wu Tang Final Tour

47:15-Little Brother Final Tour

47:43-Ja Rule Releases a Whiskey Brand

51:38-What the Helly - Rob49

54:20-The 25 Best Female Rappers of All Time (Billboard)

01:08:00-Lyr...