Welcome to Grande Loq, the Grandiloquent Hip Hop Show. Join our three hosts--Ian Taronji, Tia Abner, aka Prowess the Testament, and the grandiloquent one himself, Artemis Thompson, whose non-government name is Ardamus--as we talk hip hop straight to the old heads and people who love great hip hop. We are three lovers of hip hop, creators of hip hop, music fans, and educated cats who feel that there is still great hip hop being made today, and rather than crap on stuff we may not like, we pre ...
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"LAST SHOW OF THE YEAR & SEASON" - GRANDE LOQ EP 2.11
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Grande Loq, the grandiloquent hip hop show. We are three lovers of hip hop, creators of hip hop, music fans, educated cats and we talk hip hop straight to the old heads and people who love great music. This show continues to amplify the great hip hop being made today in the name of the culture.By grandeloq
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"THE SOUNDS THAT MADE US" - GRANDE LOQ EP 2.10
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Grande Loq, the grandiloquent hip hop show. We are three lovers of hip hop, creators of hip hop, music fans, educated cats and we talk hip hop straight to the old heads and people who love great music. This show continues to amplify the great hip hop being made today in the name of the culture.By grandeloq
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"Unity in The World of Opposites" - GRANDE LOQ EP 2.9
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We’re pleased to journey in retrospect to another critically acclaimed but perhaps slept on classic, ‘Just Tryin' Ta Live’, Devin The Dude’s’ sophomore outing. We will also talk about the latest album release ‘Duel with Death’ from friend to the show, Detroit- based Emcee/Producer, Blizzard the Mad Scientist. First, we’ll discuss a topic that h…
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In this episode, we’re going to talk about two tremendous albums, one newer and one classic. We’ll be reviewing the most recent release from Jason Griff called “Human Zoo.” As you know we always like to review some classics from the hip hop canon and tonight is no exception. We’ll be reviewing “The Sun Rises in the East” by Jeru the Damaja, suggest…
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"93 MILLION MILES AWAY" - GRANDE LOQ EP 2.7
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In this episode, we’re pleased to journey in retrospect to another canonical East Coast release in our review of classics, the proto-jazz-hip hop fusion Blowout Comb, Digable Planets’ second album. We also will talk about the latest from one of the many progenies of the soul/jazz-influenced era that Digable helped to pioneer, Chicago-based Emcee/So…
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Hindsight is 2021 - GRANDE LOQ EP 2.6
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In this episode, we talk about two tremendous albums, one newer and one classic. We’ll be reviewing the most recent release from Boldy James called “Bo Jackson.” As you know we always like to review some classics from the hip hop canon and tonight is no exception. We’ll be reviewing “Tragic Epilogue” by Antipop Consortium, suggested this week by Ar…
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"We Are Necessary People with Height Keech and Ialive" GRANDE LOQ EPISODE 2.5
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In this episode, we welcome from the Cold Rhymes Records roster Height Keech and Ialive who have collectively done tons of music as solo artists and in groups but now they are forming as a production duo called Necessary People. They’ll also tell us about their journey to becoming indie artists who have been able to get out of the mud and create a …
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In this episode, the Grande Loq squad sit down with the visionary Grindstone Grindstone Universal has been bringing diversity to the fashion market with designs that journey from the past to the future, recognizing culture, and uplifting the imagination for over 20 years. Artistically driven and cultivated in the street, an unwavering standard of q…
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GRANDE LOQ EPISODE 2.3 "Breathing Underwater with the Amphbns"
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In this episode we welcome the pioneering hip hop group, the Amphbns whohave collectively over 200 years of experience creating music here in DC and far across theworld (yes, you heard me right, between all group members, they’ve spanned decades ofmaterial and projects). They’ll also tell us about their journey to becoming beloved icons acrossdiffe…
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GRANDE LOQ "WANT TO BELIEVE" EP 2.2
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Tonight we’re going to talk about two tremendous albums, one newer and one classic.We’ll be reviewing the most recent release from Chicago veteran hip hop lyricist, Vic Spencer,entitled Legend Laws Of Power. And the classic for this episode, which happens to be one of myfavorites, is Jazzmatazz Vol. 1 by the late great GURU (Gifted Universal Rhymes…
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SEASON 2 PREMIERE OF GRANDE LOQ EPISODE 2.1 "DAB'n for DC Music Summit"
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Grande Loq's special guest is the Founder/ Executive Director at DC MUSIC Summit- #VirtualDCMS and WAMMIE award-winning artist Dior Ashley Brown!!! .We are on the Facebook/Instagram/YouTube and all of your favorite podcast streaming services!!! #thedistrictofmisfitsshow #diorashleybrown #podcast #podcastersofinstagram #virtualdcms2021 #dcmusicscene…
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"HINDSIGHT IS 2021" GRANDE LOQ -EPISODE 1,13
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GRANDE LOQ: THE GRANDILOQUENT HIP HOP SHOW Episode 1.13: "HINDSIGHT IS 2021" Welcome back to Grande Loq, the grandiloquent hip hop show. We are three lovers of hip hop, creators of hip hop, music fans, educated cats and we talk hip hop straight to the old heads and people who love great music. This show continues to amplify the great hip hop being …
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"A MAGNIFICENT DAY" GRANDE LOQ - EPISODE 1.12
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GRANDE LOQ: THE GRANDILOQUENT HIP HOP SHOW "A Magnificent" Day (02.03.2021) (theme music – “San Francisco Knight” by People Under the Stairs) Yes, those sounds are from People Under the Stairs. As we’ve had to do too much recently, prayers up and RIP to Double K from People Under the Stairs. Welcome back to Grande Loq, the grandiloquent hip hop sho…
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GRANDE LOQ EPISODE 1.14 "WAMMIE JAMMIE"
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In this episode, We’re going to talk about the Wammie nominees in the Hip Hop and Rapcategories. [explain wammies] There are 19 distinct acts nominated in either Hip Hop and/or Rap categories, including Album of the Year, Song of the Year and Artist of the Year in both. We focused primarily on the albums since that’s what we do here at Grande Loq –…
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GRANDE LOQ EPISODE 1.10 "WHITE RIOT"
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Grandiloquent Hip Hop Show. Join our three hosts--Ian Taronji, Tia Abner, aka Prowess the Testament, and the grandiloquent one himself, Artemis Thompson, whose non-government name is Ardamus--as we talk hip hop straight to the old heads and people who love great hip hop. We are three lovers of hip hop, creators of hip hop, music fans, and educated …
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n this episode, We discuss the life and career of the GREAT MF Doom. Grandiloquent Hip Hop Show. Join our three hosts--Ian Taronji, Tia Abner, aka Prowess the Testament, and the grandiloquent one himself, Artemis Thompson, whose non-government name is Ardamus--as we talk hip hop straight to the old heads and people who love great hip hop. We are th…
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GRANDE LOQ EPISODE "Take Me to Your Manager: A Tiny Violins Concerto" 1.8
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In this episode, we start with the recent news of trumpeter Keeyon Harrold and the tiny violin concerto played by a certain SoHo Karen in an evolving story of false accusations that happened a couple of days ago at the Arlo Hotel in NYC. Then we have two incredible projects to review for our year-end show. We are closing out our year with a review …
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Welcome to Grande Loq, the Grandiloquent Hip Hop Show. Join our three hosts--Ian Taronji, Tia Abner, aka Prowess the Testament, and the grandiloquent one himself, Artemis Thompson, whose non-government name is Ardamus--as we talk hip hop straight to the old heads and people who love great hip hop. We are three lovers of hip hop, creators of hip hop…
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GRANDE LOQ "SOONER THAN LATER" EP 1.6
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Let’s talk about what’s in store for THIS EPISODE. We’re going to talk about Spotify, Tidal and Bandcamp and the various platforms where musical artists feature their works. We’re at the end of the year where Spotify sends you your most streamed music, and sends artists annual breakdowns of their stream traffic. Then we’re going to do a record revi…
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GRANDE LOQ "EAT THE CAKE ANIME" EP 1.5
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SPONSORED BY www.CRUSHINGDC.COM Welcome to Grande Loq, the Grandiloquent Hip Hop Show. Join our three hosts--Ian Taronji, Tia Abner, aka Prowess the Testament, and the grandiloquent one himself, Artemis Thompson, whose non-government name is Ardamus--as we talk hip hop straight to the old heads and people who love great hip hop. We are three lovers…
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GRANDE LOQ "EXTINCTION LEVEL" EP 1.4
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In this week's episode, the crew talks about the intersection of Hip Hop, high-end jewelry, Busta Rhymes, J Dilla, and Slum Village. SPONSORED BY www.CRUSHINGDC.COM Welcome to Grande Loq, the Grandiloquent Hip Hop Show. Join our three hosts--Ian Taronji, Tia Abner, aka Prowess the Testament, and the grandiloquent one himself, Artemis Thompson, whos…
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GRANDE LOQ "FEEDING THE MONSTERS" EP. 1.3
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Welcome to Grande Loq, the Grandiloquent Hip Hop Show. Join our three hosts--Ian Taronji, Tia Abner, aka Prowess the Testament, and the grandiloquent one himself, Artemis Thompson, whose non-government name is Ardamus--as we talk hip hop straight to the old heads and people who love great hip hop. We are three lovers of hip hop, creators of hip hop…
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Welcome to Grande Loq, the Grandiloquent Hip Hop Show. Join our three hosts--Ian Taronji, Tia Abner, aka Prowess the Testament, and the grandiloquent one himself, Artemis Thompson, whose non-government name is Ardamus--as we talk hip hop straight to the old heads and people who love great hip hop. We are three lovers of hip hop, creators of hip hop…
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