Welcome back Saints and Aint's! This episode, I am reviewing new music from Willie the Kid & Real Bad Man, Boldy James and V Don and Monday Night and Michaelangelo. On the makeup, I'm using the Juvia's Place and Fenty Beauty Eyeshadow Sticks to create a sultry summer look. I'm also trying the new Cheek Thrills Blush from Morphe in the shade Wine and Dine.

Welcome back Saints and Aint's! This episode, I am celebrating the 21's anniversary of MF DOOM and Madlib's 2004, 'Madvillainy.'

Welcome back Saints and Aint's! This episode, I am reviewing the new album "Token of Appreciation" by Boldy James and Chuck Strangers and "Catch Me if You Can 2' by Willie the Kid and Don. On the makeup, I'm using new products from Danessa Myricks, NARS, and Makeup Forever courtesy of my latest trip to Sephora.

Welcome back Saints and Aint's! This episode, I am reviewing the album "12" by Westside Gunn. On the makeup, I'm already dreaming of summer with this sunset inspired eyeshadow look using the Juvia's Place Culture 2 palette.

In this episode of Behind the Beat, I’m joined by NYC rapper O Dawg for a real one-on-one about his latest solo EP Eaarth Dawg, and his joint project Menaces to Society with DVNthony.

We get into his creative process, how New York shaped his sound, what it means to stay authentic as an independent artist, and what’s next on the horizon.

In this episode of Behind the Beat, I sit down with hip hop artist SBZ for a deep, honest, and inspiring conversation. Known for his latest project A Cold Night in September, a collaborative album with producer Showalter!, SBZ breaks down the creative process behind the music, his journey into hip hop, and how is shaping his sound.

We also discuss vulnerability in songwriting, how the project has evolved since its release, and what listeners can expect from him next.

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In this episode of Behind the Beat, I’m joined by The Spookz, the Virginia-based hip hop duo made up of Grunge Gallardo and Ambassador Rick. Formerly part of a trio, the two artists are now stepping into a new chapter with their latest EP, Brand Nu Beings.

We talk about everything from the evolution of their sound, what it’s like creating as a duo, and how they choose production that fits their message. They break down their creative process, give us the behind-the-scenes on the new EP, and reflect on what it means to represent VA in the current hip hop landscape.

Welcome back Saints and Aint’s! On this episode of Behind the Beat, I sit down with producer and creative force Showalter! to talk about his journey creating immersive soundscapes inspired by travel, film, and everyday vibes.

We get into the making of his project Clarity, his work with SBZ, his recent trip to Egypt, and how his love for storytelling comes through both in his music and his vlogs.

From NYC OOTDs to beat tapes inspired by Dubai, Mexico City, and the Dead Sea, Showalter! shares what drives his creativity, how he approaches sound design, and what’s coming next.

Whether you’re into underground Hip-Hop, or creative lifestyle content, this episode’s for you.

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