Library Rap: The Hip Hop Interviews with Tim Einenkel

"Library Rap: The Hip Hop Interviews with Tim Einenkel" is like "Inside the Actor's Studio" for hip hop. Every week, Tim gets inside the art of hip hop in interviews with the most influential emcees, artists, producers, DJs, and sound engineers. Notable guests have included, Ice T, Royce Da 5'9", Joell Ortiz, Talib Kweli, Chuck D, Big Daddy Kane, MC Lyte, David Banner, Scarface, Rah Digga, Rapsody, Smif-N-Wessun, Buckshot, along with many more.

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Library Rap: Emma Lee M.C.

January 13, 2026 • 47 mins

In this episode, Tim sits down with Emma Lee M.C. for an open, honest conversation about growing up in Harlem and the South Bronx, finding her voice, and navigating hip hop as a woman and a true multi-hyphenate. Emma shares how her upbringing, studio experience, and creative inspirations—from Jean Grae to D’Angelo—shaped both her sound and her mindset. We dig into the stories behind her album, Chocolate Bars, including a nod to Spa...

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Library Rap: Skyzoo Views of a Lifetime Interview

December 9, 2025 • 75 mins

This week on Library Rap, Tim and Skyzoo dive deep into Views of A Lifetime. We’re going track by track, line for line, beat by beat—unpacking the themes, the craft, and the double and triple entendres that make the album a masterclass in writing. Skyzoo opens up about his legacy, why he proudly embraces title of "role model," the keys to career longevity, and why not signing to a major turned out to be one of his biggest blessin...

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Library Rap: Shad, Start Anew Interview

November 25, 2025 • 30 mins

Tim links with Juno Award–winning rapper Shad on Library Rap to break down Start Anew, bar for bar, explains why Ai is terrible, digs into his work as a hip-hop scholar and voice behind Hip-Hop Evolution and so much more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Library Rap: Brother Ali, Satisfied Soul Interview

March 5, 2025 • 44 mins

On this episode of Library Rap, Brother Ali discusses his latest album Satisfied Soul and his creative journey. He reflects on his long-time collaboration with producer Ant, whose unique sound has shaped his music. Brother Ali shares why he chose to release this album through Mello Music Group while explaining the significance behind its title, and how his faith impacts his art. The conversation also touches on the album’s themes ...

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Library Rap: Errol Eats Everything

February 14, 2025 • 30 mins

"This is bigger than Hip Hop" Errol Eats Everything tells Tim this Week on Library Rap: The Hip Hop Interviews with Tim Einenkel. Tim sits down with Errol to discuss his new self-titled album Errol Eats Everything. He talks about why Chubb Rock and Slick Rick are two of the best hip hop artists, writing songs about Black Empowerment with no apologies, the conversation being missed when it comes to gun violence, its impact on our ...

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Remembering Combat Jack - The Interview

December 20, 2023 • 46 mins

In June 2017, Tim Einenkel had the opportunity to interview the late Reggie Osse a.k.a Combat Jack for his Mogul series which highlighted the late Chris Lighty. This week on Library Rap; The Hip Hop Interviews with Tim Einenkel, Tim replays part of his interview with Reggie. On December 20, 2017, the Hip Hop community, the podcast community lost a legend. Reggie Ossé a.k.a. Combat Jack was 53 years old. Hosted by Simplecast, an Ads...

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Exclusive - Jemini The Gifted One- Real Story Behind Shelving the Danger Mouse Collab Album

November 3, 2023 • 72 mins

Here are a few joints Jemini has done over the years here & abroad that people may not have heard

Emergency 911: JEMINI

https://youtu.be/9SebWB4G6uk?si=35HUbTZQHbuAkUMN

LOVE YOU BETTER:Mary j blidge feat jemini U.K rmx

https://youtu.be/JYPaZtx_B5A?

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BLACK STABBERS:Mark morrison feat jemini U.K rmx

https://youtu.be/AE-iGjKqOV8?si=MaDC95_C6Eprbdj_

ALL YOU NEED:Jemini feat r&b singer Glen lewis

https://youtu.be/Nbij_sicl...

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Trailer: Library Rap: Thew Hip Hop Interviews with Tim Einenkel

November 1, 2023 • 59 secs

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Library Rap: Teflon

September 22, 2023 • 34 mins

This week on Library Rap, Tim talks to Brooklyn's own, Teflon about his new album, 2 Sides To Every Story, produced by DJ Premier and Jazimoto. Teflon also discusses working with the legendary M.O.P, Hip Hop's Golden Era, what he's learnt about himself as an artist and what the future brings. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for adver...

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Library Rap: Substantial - Adultish Interview

August 18, 2023 • 46 mins

This week on Library Rap, Tim talks to Substantial. Substantial breaks down his new album, Adultish, his musical journey, defining success, why Chuck D calls him a Hip Hop Scientist and much more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Library Rap: Black Milk

August 11, 2023 • 34 mins

This week on Library Rap, Tim talks to Black Milk about his new album, Everybody Good?. The Detroit MC/Producer breaks down the lyrics, production and concept of the album. Black Milk also talks mental health, early Hip Hop influences and much more Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Replay: Library Rap: DMC, Part 1

June 23, 2023 • 13 mins

This week on Library Rap, we replay part 1 of Tim's interview with DMC. The Rock & Roll Hall of Famer discusses still touring, the importance of the DJ in hip hop and the 30th anniversary of “Tougher Than Leather”. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Library Rap: AllHipHop.com Presents - Part 2, B-Real Interview

June 2, 2023 • 16 mins

This week, part 2 of Tim's interview with B-Real. The former Prophets of Rage member talks the importance of DJ Muggs, working with Chuck D, Xzibit, Pharoahe Monch, the origins of his “nasal voice” and the future of his cannabis dispensaries. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Library Rap: Replay - Saving Craig from Craig G, the Interview

May 26, 2023 • 54 mins

Journey into the mind of legendary emcee Craig G as he sits down on Library Rap to discuss his new album The Fragile Ego. But much more than that, listen in as he documents his personal journey and recent growth, the importance of education, what he admires most about Masta Ace and find out why he doesn't want to treat hip hop like his life depends on it. All that and so much more on this in depth, brutally honest conversation with...

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AllHipHop.com Presents The Library: Part 2 of Talib Kweli and Diamond D Interview

May 19, 2023 • 7 mins

Two legendary hip-hop forces – Talib Kweli and Diamond D – have come together to form the new group Gotham. Check out this interview where the dynamic duo talks about their all time great duos, why they tour and so much more. Check out the full interview here https://allhiphop.com/thelibrary/talib-kweli-and-diamond-d-discuss-their-new-group-gotham-making-music-together-favorite-duos-and-more/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz compan...

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AllHipHop.com Presents Library Rap Interview: RJD2

May 12, 2023 • 53 mins

This week Tim sits down with producer, RJD2. The two discuss creating beats on the MPC 2000 in the late 90s, his debut album, Deadringer, latest album The Fun Ones, signing to El-P’s label Definitive Jux, working with artists such as: El-P, Copywrite, Mos Def, Aceyalone, Blueprint, Murs, J-Live, Tame One, Homeboy Sandman and Cage. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our coll...

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AllHipHop.com Presents Library Rap Interview: Goodie Mob

May 5, 2023 • 27 mins

Atlanta rap gods Goodie Mob ( Bigg Gipp, Khujo, T-mo and CeeLo) break down their iconic careers, their latest release and what’s in the store for the group. CeeLo also talks about origins of Trap Music, a term first coined by the rap group. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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AllHipHop.com Presents Library Rap Interview: J. Period

April 28, 2023 • 38 mins

The legendary group, De La Soul has said this about my next guest “J.PERIOD mixtapes transcends just mixing records.” This week on The Library with Tim Einenkel, J. Period joins the conversation to discuss his origins as a DJ, what artists like Nas, The Roots, Mobb Deep, Lauryn Hill, Pharoahe Monch, Q-Tip, Big Daddy Kane and Pete Rock mean to him, and how was he able to flip the music from the 11-time Tony Award winning play “Hamil...

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Library Rap: Amadeus360

April 21, 2023 • 49 mins

“Kid Capri’s advice to me was 'less is more" - Producer, Amadeus360 tells Library Rap this week. On May 12th, Amadeus will release "The MPC Jedi" which features a powerhouse lineup that includes Buckshot, M.O.P, Masta Ace, Craig G, Termanology, and many more. Tim and the Brooklyn based producer break down the beat making process, getting cosigned by De La Soul, and why he got on Craig G’s nerves. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz co...

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Library Rap: Che Noir

March 24, 2023 • 26 mins

This week, Che Noir joins Tim to talk new album, Noir or Never, impact Jay Z, Rapsody, Foxy Brown and Nas had on her as an artist and her collaborations with Benny the Butcher, Skyzoo, 38 Speech and Ransom. The Buffalo, NY MC discusses why she hates interviews, being a female artist and lyrics of her's that make her say "oh shit?! I can't believe I wrote that." Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com f...

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Library Rap: The Hip Hop Interviews with Tim Einenkel

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Library Rap: Shad, Start Anew Interview

Library Rap: Brother Ali, Satisfied Soul Interview

Library Rap: Errol Eats Everything

Remembering Combat Jack - The Interview

Exclusive - Jemini The Gifted One- Real Story Behind Shelving the Danger Mouse Collab Album

Trailer: Library Rap: Thew Hip Hop Interviews with Tim Einenkel

Library Rap: Teflon

Library Rap: Substantial - Adultish Interview

Library Rap: Black Milk

Replay: Library Rap: DMC, Part 1

Library Rap: AllHipHop.com Presents - Part 2, B-Real Interview

Library Rap: Replay - Saving Craig from Craig G, the Interview

AllHipHop.com Presents The Library: Part 2 of Talib Kweli and Diamond D Interview

AllHipHop.com Presents Library Rap Interview: RJD2

AllHipHop.com Presents Library Rap Interview: Goodie Mob

AllHipHop.com Presents Library Rap Interview: J. Period

Library Rap: Amadeus360

Library Rap: Che Noir

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