Hip-Hop talk extraordinaire’s Roderick Taylor & Cari Gentry keep you glued to your earbuds with the latest in Rap Music, & all things surrounding the Hip Hop Culture.
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Episode 329: "Time For A New Conversation"
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On this episode: Welcome to Episode 329! This Pod, Roderick & Cari talk new albums from Larry June, Latto, & Benny The Butcher. In news, Blueface sentenced to 4 years in prison, Travis Scott arrested in Paris, the 2024 Olympics, Yung Miami speaks on Diddy & JT, Obama’s Summer Playlist, NFT’s, & more. Intro: Young Thug- Again (feat. Gucci Mane) Rode…
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Episode 328: "The Jordan Belfort Spoon"
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On this episode: Welcome to Episode 328! Rise & Grind Thursdays are back! Roderick & Cari return with new takes on upcoming music from Larry June, Benny The Butcher, Polo G, & Latto. In news, the guys talk Big Sean delaying his album, 100GB of content leaked on Drake’s finsta account, 50 Cent to launch a free TV network with Lionsgate, the 2024 Oly…
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On this episode: Welcome to Episode 327! Fresh from a week off, Roderick & Cari are back to talk Hip-Hop. This week in new music, the guys talk new tracks from A$AP Rocky, Big Sean, & Mike WiLL Made-It, before talking new albums from Ye & Ty Dolla $ign, Killer Mike & Wiz Khalifa. In news, Drake & PARTYNEXTDOOR announce a collab album releasing this…
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On this episode: Welcome to Episode 326! The Rise & Grind boys are back again with another music-filled Monday! In new releases, Roderick & Cari talk new tracks from Cordae & Lil Wayne, Larry June, Will Smith, & Tory Lanez before talking new albums from Mustard & Ice Spice. In news, PnB Rock’s alleged murderer won’t stand trial, the 2024 Olympics, …
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On this episode: Welcome to Episode 325, and a big week for music! This Monday, the guys talk new singles from Rob49 & Cardi B along with Benny the Butcher, and new albums from before talking new albums from Blxst, JT, Rich The Kid, Childish Gambino, & more. In news, Joe Biden steps down as the Democratic Nominee, a massive IT Crowd Strike affects …
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On this episode: Welcome to Episode 324! This Monday, the guys review a slew of singles, before talking new albums from Eminem & Action Bronson. In news, Kanye West says he’s retiring from professional music, Martin Lawrence’s ‘Martin’ prequel in the works, Donald Trump shot at a campaign rally in Pennsylvania, & more. Intro: Dr. Dre- Forget About …
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On this episode: Welcome to Episode 323! This Thursday pod, Roderick & Cari talk upcoming releases tracks from Mustard, Eminem, & Rich The Kid. In news, Ryan Garcia is expelled from the WBC, NCAA removing cannabis from their banned drug list, Boeing to plead guilty to fraud charges, the NBA’s new $76B media deal, John Cena, & more. Intro: Sexyy Red…
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On this episode: Welcome to Episode 322! This Monday in music, Roderick & Cari talk new tracks from Quavo, Killer Mike, & Eminem, along with takes on a new album from 42 Dugg. In news, a second look on the 2024 XXL Freshman list, a recap of the 2024 BET Awards, the ‘Not Like Us’ music video, PND beefs with the men in R&B, Pop Smoke’s alleged killer…
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Episode 321: "My Money No Good Here?"
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On this episode: Welcome to Episode 321! This Monday in music, Roderick & Cari take you through an array of new tracks & albums released over the weekend, before talking talking the newest XXL Freshman List, the 2024 NBA Draft, & this election’s first televised Presidential Debate. Intro: Roddy Ricch- 911 Roderick | Kanye West & JAY-Z- New Day Cari…
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Episode 320: "Hate At Its Highest Level"
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On this episode: Welcome to Episode 320! Welcome to another Monday Pod! This week, without new albums, Cari & Roderick talk new singles from Mustard & Travis Scott, Key Glock, Glorilla, Rich The Kid, 6LACK & more. In news, the guys recap Kendrick Lamar’s “The Pop Out”, Foolio shot & killed in Florida, Ice Cube announces “Last Friday” is in producti…
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On this episode: Welcome to Episode 319! This Thursday, the guys start with a second review on last week’s albums, then into news. On this pods news, Roderick & Cari talk Reason leaving TDE, VERZUZ’s new deal with X, Quavo & Kamala Harris, Justin Timberlake arrested, “Everybody Hates Chris” gets a reboot, Willie Mays, The 2024 NBA Finals & more. In…
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On this episode: Welcome to Episode 318! This week, the guys start with a recap on Saturday’s Tank Davis/Frank Martin fight, before going into new albums from Moneybagg Yo, Don Toliver, & Lucki, then talking singles Tommy Richman, Quavo, & Bossman Dlow. In news, Chris Brown resumes $1,000 Meet & Greet’s on the 11:11 tour, Complex releases a Top 20 …
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On this episode: Welcome to Episode 317! This week, the guys open with a discussion on Apple’s WWDC 2024 event, before talking new drops coming Friday from Tommy Richman, Quavo, Moneybagg Yo, Don Toliver, Lucki & more. In news, X/Twitter removes likes, Pharrell Williams to release an all lego biopic this Fall, 1017’s Enchanting passes away, the pas…
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Episode 316: "Uncharted Territories"
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On this episode: Welcome to Episode 316! This week, the guys start off with a conversation on Billboard’s “Top Ten Hottest Female Rappers” list, before talking new albums from Tems, KAYTRANADA, Ski Mask The Slump God. In new singles, Smino, Moneybagg Yo, Bia & J.I.D. & more drop new music. In news, Lil Durk returns after a stint in rehab, and Roder…
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On this episode: Welcome to Episode 315! This Thursday, the guys open with a convo on EA’s NCAA 25, before getting into music & news. In music, Cari & Roderick talk new tracks from Drake & Larry June, and upcoming albums from Tems, KAYTRANADA, & Ski Mask The Slump God. In news, Twitter announces they’ll allow adult content, Billionaires plan anothe…
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On this episode: Welcome to Episode 314! It’s been more than a week since the guys have been in-studio, but they’re back to deliver the Hip-Hop content. In music, Roderick & Cari recap the time missed by talking the latest album releases from Vince Staples & Sexyy Red, along with a slew of new songs. In news, Apple Music & Spotify release top 100 l…
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On this episode: Welcome to Episode 313! This week in new music, Roderick & Cari talk new albums from A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie & Rapsody, along with new tracks from Key Glock & Chance The Rapper. In news, the 2024 BET Awards nominations are announced, Atlantic Records hints at Cardi B’s new album releasing this year, Lauryn Hill hints at a new album,…
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Episode 312: "The Reverse Gold Rush"
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On this episode: Welcome to Episode 312! It’s another exciting week in Hip-Hop. This pod in music, Roderick & Cari talk new releases From Gunna, Future, & Conway The Machine. In news, Kendrick goes #1 with ‘Not Like Us’, A$AP Rocky to star in a new Spike Lee film, Spotify to pay artists less, & much more. Intro: Young Money- Steady Mobbin (feat. Gu…
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On this episode: Welcome to Episode 311! It’s another exciting week in Hip-Hop. This pod in music, Roderick & Cari comment on this week’s upcoming releases From Gunna, Future, & Conway The Machine. In news, the guys talk a shooting at Drake’s Canada mansion, the 2024 Lovers & Friends festival canceled, SZA doesn’t wanna be labeled as R&B, The Met G…
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On this episode: Welcome to Episode 310! It’s another exciting week in Hip-Hop. This pod in music, Roderick & Cari talk a brand new project from 4batz, along with new singles from Gunna, Chance The Rapper, Moneybagg Yo, Yeat, Lil Tecca, & more. In news, The Big 3 Beef continues between Kendrick Lamar & Drake, releasing several brand new tracks over…
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On this episode: Welcome to Episode 309! This episode in music, Roderick & Cari talk 4Batz’s upcoming EP, Kendrick Lamar’s diss response along with GKMC breaking Billboard Top 200 history, Taylor’s Swift fills the charts, & more. In news, Harvey Weinstein’s rape conviction overturned, the United States moves to reclassify marijuana as a less Schedu…
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Episode 308: "Rage Against The Machine"
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On this episode: Welcome to Episode 308! In new music, Roderick & Cari talk new songs from JT, YG, Babyface Ray, & Ice Spice, along with new albums from PARTYNEXTDOOR, Anycia, Yung Bleu, & more. In news, Chief Keef is set to make his return to Chicago, & an Amy Winehouse biopic on the way. Intro: YG- KNOCKA Roderick | Tommy Richman- MILLION DOLLAR …
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Episode 307: "The Pursuit Of Happiness"
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On this episode: Welcome to Episode 307! This pod in music & news: Tupac's estate threatens to sue Drake over his 'Taylor Made Freestyle' track, Megan Thee Stallion sued for sexual harassment, US approves sale or ban of TikTok, Reggie bush gets his Heisman Trophy back, California lawmakers to sue for the ban of TSA Clear, Airline refunds, Tesla Cyb…
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Episode 306: "The Adam Sandler Of Rap"
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On this episode: Welcome to Episode 306! This Monday pod, The guys start out talking Nicki Minaj’s ‘FTCU’ remix, before talking Gunna’s upcoming album, Drake’s newest Kendrick Lamar diss, Kanye West’s ‘Like That’ remix, Future & Metro go #1 again, 50 Cent opens G-Unit film studios, & more. Intro: Drake- Taylor Made Freestyle Roderick | KARRAHBOOO- …
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On this episode: Welcome to Episode 305! This Thursday, the guys talk more Big 3 rap beef updates, NBA Youngboy arrested in Utah, Time Magazine’s 100 most influential people, The WNBA Draft, the men’s 2024 Olympic Basketball team, Red Lobster eyes bankruptcy, Ticketmaster sued & more. Intro: Concrete Boys, Lil Yachty, Camo!, KARRAHBOOO, Dc2trill, &…
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On this episode: Welcome to Episode 304! In music, first week’s stats are in on J. Cole’s surprise mixtape ‘Might Delete Later’, takes on Future & Metro Boomin’s new album ‘WE STILL DON’T TRUST YOU’, and a look at new singles from a slew of artists, including Drake’s diss response ‘Push Ups’. In news, Nicki Minaj’s ‘Pink Friday 2’ tour breaks all-t…
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On this episode: Welcome to Episode 303! In music, Roderick & Cari talk Future & Metro Boomin’s follow up to ‘WE DON’T TRUST YOU’ dropping Friday. In news, the guys talk J. Cole’s apology to Kendrick Lamar at DreamvilleFest, Ice Spice to make her feature film debut alongside Denzel Washington, Ja Morant, TikTok to rival Instagram with a photo-based…
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Episode 302: "Extending An Olive Branch"
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On this episode: Welcome to Episode 302! Let’s be honest… You know why you’re here. Roderick & Cari start off with a brief convo on Monday’s Solar Eclipse, & get straight into J. Cole’s new project & the ongoing J. Cole/Kendrick Lamar beef, before talking more new music from Glorilla, Bryson Tiller, Doja Cat & more. In news, Beyoncé’s new album hit…
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Episode 301: "You Got A Picasso In Your House"
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On this episode: Welcome to Episode 301! It’s Thursday, so Roderick & Cari are here to put down more classic hip-hop commentary content. Starting in music, PARTYNEXTDOOR announces the date & releases cover art for his new album ‘P4’, Chance The Rapper & his wife call it quits, Pharrell Williams & Chad Hugo fight in court over ‘The Neptunes’ name, e…
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Episode 300: "My Intrusive Thoughts"
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On this episode: We made it to Episode 300! Roderick & Cari are back this Monday with more Hip-Hop news for the culture. In music, the guys cover Beyoncé’s new album, as well as new tracks from Snoop Dogg, Moneybagg Yo, Bossman D-Low & more. In news, Future & Metro Boomin rake in insane first weeks numbers, Offset’s take on Migos’ all-time rap grou…
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Episode 299: "The Extended Warranty"
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On this episode: Welcome to Episode 299! It’s another Thursday with the Rise & Grind boys, & we’re here to talk music! As expected, the guys dive right into Future & Metro Boomin’s new album, talking both music & controversey, as well as talking new music from Big Sean, SiR, & Tyla. In news, Diddy’s LA & Miami homes are raided, Drake & LeBron inves…
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On this episode: Welcome to Episode 298! This Thursday, the guys are all music, talking projects releasing Friday from Future & Metro Boomin, followed by upcoming projects from Beyoncé, Bryson Tiller, Don Toliver, Wiz Khalifa & more. In news, Roderick & Cari recap Rolling Loud LA, a new vlog from J. Cole, & Megan Thee Stallion announces a world tou…
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On this episode: Welcome to Episode 297! Join Roderick and Cari on Episode 297 of The Rise & Grind Podcast as they dive into the latest releases from artists like Gunna, Offset, Cardi B, Sexyy Red, Babyface Ray, Don Toliver, PartyNextDoor, and more. In the news segment, Kanye and Ty Dolla $ign soar to #1 with "Carnival," while Bruno Mars's MGM deal…
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On This Episode: Welcome to Episode 296! This monday, Roderick & Cari kick off the pod with a talk on which era of rap was hardest to come up in, then talk new music from Quavo & Rich The Kid, Babyface Ray, 4batz & Drake & more. In news, no ‘Vultures 2’, Future & Metro Boomin announce 2 new albums, PARTYNEXTDOOR teases ‘P4’, DreamvilleFest 2024 lin…
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On This Episode: Welcome to Episode 295! It’s Monday & the guys are back with more hip-hop content! This week, Roderick & Cari open up with new music, talking new albums from That Mexican OT, & Schoolboy Q’s highly anticipated ‘Blue Lips’, along with new singles from Babyface Ray, DaBaby, NBA Youngboy, Cardi B, & Meek Mill. In this pod’s news, Meek…
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Episode 294: "What Happened To The Milk Man?"
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On This Episode: Welcome to Episode 294! This Thursday, the guys open up with new music set to release Friday from Schoolboy Q & Cardi B. In news, Diddy has new sexual assault allegations involving Usher, Meek Mill & more, Cam Newton’s 7 on 7 fight, Best Buy going digital, Wendy’s surge prices, the moon landing & much more. Intro: Beyoncé- Party (f…
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Episode 293: "The Streets Is A Myth"
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On This Episode: Welcome to Episode 293 of The Rise & Grind Podcast! In this episode, we dive deep into the latest in music and news. First up, we discuss the recent AT&T service outage and how it's impacting connectivity across the board. Then, we explore the hottest albums making waves in the music scene, including albums from French Montana5" an…
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On this Episode: Welcome to episode 292! This Monday, the guys start out with an NBA All-Star Weekend conversation, then head into news & music. In releases, Roderick & Cari talk Yeat’s new album ‘2093’, along with new tracks from Gunna, Schoolboy Q, & surprisingly enough, Kevin Durant. In news, Ye & Ty Dolla $ign’s Vulture’s experiences distributi…
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Episode 291: "I'll Take My Chances"
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On this Episode: Welcome to episode 291 of The Rise & Grind Podcast! This Thursday, the guys recap Valentine’s Day, unpack all of Super Bowl Sunday including commercials from Ye & Beyoncé, Usher’s halftime performance, chaos at the Chief’s parade, & more. Intro: Chingy- Holidae In (feat. Ludacris & Snoop Dogg) Roderick | Kanye West & Ty Dolla $ign-…
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Episode 290: "It's Only Down From Here"
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On this Episode: Welcome to episode 290 of The Rise & Grind Podcast!. This week, Roderick & Cari open with lots of Super Bowl Sunday talk, before getting into new music from Usher, along with Ye & Ty Dolla $ign, Glorilla, Latto, & more. In news, Post Malone & Swae Lee’s ‘Sunflower’ becomes the highest RIAA certified track of all time, Kodak Black b…
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Episode 289: "I Need A Jerry West For That"
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On this Episode: Welcome back to the Thursday Pod! This week we’ve got an even mix of music in news. Roderick & Cari start with recap of the 2024 GRAMMYS, Megan Thee Stallion hitting #1 on the Billboard Hot 100, Ye & North West’s new music video ‘TALKING/ONCE AGAIN’, Tyrese expresses his wishes to be Latino, Apple headsets, Kobe’s statue at Crypto …
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Episode 288: "Down The Rabbit Hole"
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On this Episode: Welcome to episode 288! There’s so much to talk about ! This pod, Roderick & Cari talk new albums by Hit-Boy & The Alchemist, Seddy Hendrinx, & The Musalini & 38 Spesh, followed by new tracks from Lil Yachty, Don Toliver, JT, & Daniel Caesar. In news, the guys talk the 2024 GRAMMY Awards, Megan Thee Stallion inking a deal with Warn…
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Episode 287: "Underlying Conditions"
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On this Episode: Welcome to episode 287, our first Thursday pod of 2024! We’re back & we’re all news! This pod, Roderick & Cari dive deeper into Nicki Minaj & Megan Thee Stallion’s beef, talk rumors of a new JAY-Z album, Tay-K’s trial, TikTok’s feud with Universal Music Group, WWE Monday Night Raw moving to Netflix, & Music laying off their entire …
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Episode 286: "Pin The Tail On The Donkey"
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On this Episode: Welcome to Episode 286! Roderick & Cari are back with lots of new music & news to talk. This week in music, the guys start off with Cole Bennett & Lyrical Lemonade’s new album “All Is Yellow” & Benny The Butcher’s new album “Everybody Can’t Go”, followed by new tracks from Westside Boogie, J.I.D., Coi Leray & Megan Thee Stallion. T…
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Episode 285: "The Cream Of The Crop"
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On this episode: Welcome to Episode 285 of The Rise & Grind Podcast! Join Roderick and Cari as they dive into the latest music scene, recapping albums like 21 Savage's "American Dream" and exploring new releases such as Fredo Bang's "Yes, I'm Sad" and Lil Dicky's "Penith" (The Dave Soundtrack). In new tracks, the guys talk Joey Bada$$ & Kaycyy's "P…
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On this episode: Welcome to Episode 284! This Monday, the guys are in studio on a snow day! They waste no time making jokes on Texans during inclement weather conditions, & then go straight to music. In new releases, the guys talk new projects from 21 Savage, Kid Cudi, & Teezo Touchdown, along with brand new tracks from Benny The Butcher & Lil Tjay…
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On This Episode: Welcome to Episode 283 of The Rise and Grind Podcast! Join us on our first pod of 2024. After recapping 2023 & expectations for the new year, we dive into the latest releases, including The Game & Big Hit's "Paisley Dreams" and holiday drops like "Hall & Nash 2" by Westside Gunn, Conway The Machine & The Alchemist, and Gucci Mane &…
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Welcome to Episode 282 of The Rise & Grind Podcast! This pod, we delved into tracks like Lil Baby's ‘Crazy’ and ‘350’ Rich Forever’s return with ‘Big Dawg’, and a track from Juice WRLD, Eminem & Benny Blanco. In album highlights, Roderick & Cari talk Nicki Minaj's "Pink Friday 2 (Gag City Deluxe)" and Bas' "We Only Talk About Real Shit When We're F…
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On this episode: Welcome to Episode 281 of The Rise & Grind Podcast! This week, we dive into the latest music releases, including tracks like "Gimme Da Lite" by Southside & Lil Yachty and "Airplane Ticket" by Pharrell Williams, Swae Lee, and Rauw Alejandro. The guys also talk new projects such as Kalan.frfr's "Not Hard 2 Understand" EP and James Fa…
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Welcome to another episode of The Rise & Grind podcast! . This week, we explore Apple Music Replay, talk Trippie Redd's "Saint Michael V2" and Conway the Machine's collaboration with Conductor Williams, "Conductor Machine." In songs, Beyoncé's "My House" takes center stage. Now, let's jump into the headlines: 📰 YSL trial kicks off with Truly Humble…
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