Rap Radar

Rap Radar

Rap Radar is the home of hip-hop’s most revealing interviews. Each week, famed journalists Elliott Wilson and Brian ‘B.Dot’ Miller invite A-listers from across the hip-hop industry to sit down for the definitive conversation around life experiences, music and culture.

Episodes

September 28, 2023 52 mins

38 Spesh is a rapper you can trust. In fact, Conway The Machine put his faith in the Rochester native for their debut album, Special Machinery. Months prior, he released his solo album, Gunsmoke. With diehard fans like basketball superstars Kevin Durant and LeBron James singing his praises, Spesh talks about his latest project, independence, Griselda, Ransom, TCF label and much more.

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Teezo Touchdown's got a lot on his mind besides a crown of nails. This summer the Beaumont native released his debut album, How Do You Sleep At Night?. Prior to that, he guest starred on albums from Tyler, The Creator, Lil Yachty, Don Toliver, and Travis Scott. With Drake calling his album "One of the best collections of music",Teezo stood up with us to discuss his first offering, stardom, family, Lil Flip, OG Ron C and more!

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September 14, 2023 82 mins

More than 30 years after directing 2Pac's first music videos, director Allen Hughes returned to the small screen with his Emmy nominated docuseries, Dear Mama. Executive produced by Drake's Dreamcrew production company, the film chronicled Pac's relationship with his mother, Afeni. Here, Allen speaks on his acclaimed series, Menace II Society's 30 year anniversary, Dead Presidents, upcoming biopics (Snoop Dogg and Marvin Gaye) and ...

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September 7, 2023 54 mins

Giggs isn't here to play games. After taking a three year hiatus, the UK legend is back with his aptly titled album, Zero Tolerance. And with a new lease on his career, Giggs is taking full advantage of his opportunity with guest stars like Diddy, 21 Savage, and Jadakiss. Here, Gigg talks about his new project, returning to America, JayZ's shoutout, Drake collaborations, and more! 

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August 31, 2023 53 mins

Burna Boy is sitting on top of the world and the charts. After making history as the first African solo artist to sell out an American stadium, Burna released his seventh album, ‘I Told Them…’ Here, Burna speaks on his latest project, RZA, GZA, J.Cole, 21 Savage, Virgil Abloh, sampling, stabbing himself, and more! 

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August 24, 2023 82 mins

Fat Joe is hip-hop's biggest fan. This month, the Bronx bomber brought the house down at Yankee Stadium for Mass Appeal's Hip-Hop 50 celebration. Earlier this year, he celebrated the 30 year anniversary of his debut album, Represent. With the release of his upcoming Nike Air Force 1s and return to The White House, Joe, alongside friend and sneaker empresario Mayor, talk Hip-Hop 50, sneakers, legendary rappers, Vice President Kamala...

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August 17, 2023 85 mins

Sauce Walka is positioning himself to be a legend in two games. On one end, the Houston native is racking up millions via Only Fans. On the other, he's winning over hip-hop pursuits with his Ghetto Gospel series. Tucked in the Hollywood Hills, Sauce talks about his space age pimpin, Ghetto Gospel 3, family, Busta Rhymes, JayZ, Griselda Records,and more! Ooweee!

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August 10, 2023 54 mins

Janelle Monáe embarking on a new journey. And after a five year hiatus from music, the Kansas City native has returned with her most provocative album to date, The Age of Pleasure. Here, Janelle speaks on her latest project, working with Grace Jones, Nia Long, TDE’s Doechii and more!

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August 3, 2023 78 mins

Jeezy likes to drink. Jeezy likes to smoke, And now, you can add writing to his favorite things. A year after releasing his album Snofall, The Snowman's back with his debut book, Adversity For Sale. Here, Jeezy speaks on becoming an author, DJing skills, mixtapes, Nipsey Hussle, JayZ, The Recession 15 year anniversary and more!

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July 27, 2023 60 mins

Killer Mike is a man of the people. And on his latest effort Michael, the people have spoken with critical acclaim. Outside of the booth, Mike recently won an Emmy Award for his PBS show, Love & Respect. On the small screen, he's made cameos on Ozark and Dave. Here, Mike speaks on his new album, Atlanta upbringing, family, Dave Chappelle, Andre 3000 collbo, and more!

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July 20, 2023 48 mins

Key Glock is a young OG. At 25 years old, the Memphis native already has a catalogue that rivals his elders. Recently, he repackaged his album Glockoma 2 and wrapped it's eponymous tour. And though still mourning the passing of his mentor and cousin Young Dolph, Glock is carrying the torch of their Paper Route Empire. Here, he speaks on his new music, touring, Memphis, family, Randy Orton, Dolph, and much more!

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July 13, 2023 64 mins

When it comes to music, Toosii likes to play favorites. So much in fact that his aptly titled track, “Favorite Song” is topping the Billboard charts. But Toosii isn’t satisfied just yet. The New York native wants the crown, Grammys, and most of all respect. Here, Toosii discusses his recent success, new album, family, J.Cole and much more! #Toosii #JCole #Drake #Future #FavoriteSong 

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July 6, 2023 62 mins

Conway The Machine lives up to his name. A year after cranking out two releases, the Buffalo native dropped another: Won't He Do It. With a tour in full swing and callabo album with 38 Spesh on the way, The Machine isn't showing any signs of slowing down. In his first solo Rap Radar interview, Conway talks about his new album, relationship with JayZ and Kanye West, family losses, reconciling with Westside Gunn and more! #ConwayTheM...

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June 29, 2023 74 mins

Steven Victor is a business, man. Literally. Recently, his management firm Victor Victor Worldwide added reigning boxing champion Gervonta Davis. With a roster that includes, Pusha T, The-Dream, and the late Pop Smoke, Victor is also set to open a restaurant with a client and designer, Nigo. Here, the Brooklyn native talks about his latest acquisition, Pusha T's ranking, Pop Smoke's legacy, and much more! #StevenVictor, #PushaT, #P...

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June 22, 2023 76 mins

Joe Budden is a podcasting pioneer. Back in 2015, he became one of the first rappers to launch a podcast. Now, nearly a decade later, the Joe Budden Podcast has expanded with a new cast, including video vixen, Melyssa Ford. With his rapping days behind him and burgeoning network, Joe makes his return to discuss the business of podcasting, Complex's media list, foiled deals, musical legacy, and much more. #JoeBudden #JoeBuddenPodcas...

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June 15, 2023 52 mins

Jack Harlow is taking it back to the basics. For his new album Jackman, the Kentucky native eschewed a traditional rollout and went underground. But music isn't the only thing on making noise. He recently starred in the remake to the 1992 classic, White Men Can't Jump. From the penthouse of the 21C hotel in Louisville, Jack speaks on his latest project, props from Kendrick Lamar, Machine Gun Kelly diss, Drake, state of music, and m...

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June 8, 2023 101 mins

Tyler, The Creator stands by his product. So much in fact that two years after releasing his Grammy Award winning album, Call Me If You Get Lost, he repackaged it as The Estate Sale. But Tyler music isn't the only thing on Tyler's plate. He's opened the market up to television, clothing, and fragrances. Here, the Odd Future frontman discusses his latest project, rap debates, NBA Youngboy, DJ Drama, family, fame, social issues, and ...

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June 1, 2023 1 min

We’re back with a brand-new season of Rap Radar Podcast – home of hip-hop’s most revealing interviews featuring conversations with A-listers from across the industry.
New episodes out every Thursday starting June 8th, listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, Stitcher or wherever you get your podcasts.

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March 16, 2023 73 mins

From mixtapes to the Grammys, DJ Drama has experienced success on all levels. So it's only right that his new album, the first in six years, is aptly titled, I'm Really Like That. But don't expect Dram to quit his day job anytime soon. His label Generation Now, home of Jack Harlow and Lil Uzi Vert, is still developing tomorrow's superstars. Making his return to the program, Dram speaks on his new project, upcoming mixtapes, and bur...

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March 9, 2023 53 mins

Top Dawg Entertainment's President, Terrence "Punch" Henderson, is sitting on top of the world. Thanks to the historic success of SZA's sophomore album SOS, the label has a new flagship star. But make no mistake, Punch just isn't sitting behind a desk. The Watts native can also be heard with his own hip-hop ensemble, A Room Full of Mirrors and Ab-Soul's latest, Herbert. Hours ahead of SZA's sold out Madison Square Garden performanc...

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