Marv Won (Episode 81, S7)

This week –we're joined for a free-wheeling and fascinating conversation with renowned Rhyme Sayers DJ/producer Anthony Davis, better known as Ant, one half of the legendary duo Atmosphere. Known for his signature soulful discography including albums such as "Lucy Ford", "You Can't Imagine How Much Fun We're Having", "When Life Gives You Lemons You Paint That Shit Gold", "Us", to name just a few. We discuss the making of his highly anticipated debut -"Collection of Sounds Vol. 1"– the first release of a four-part series, his evolution and intentions producing for Atmosphere, producing the classic "Forest Whitiker" for Brother Ali, as well as his creative insights into his craft! Produced by: Dale Lewis and Luke Bailey for Fly Fidelity Media Art direction: Mango Shark About: Hosted by Luke Bailey, The Fly Fidelity Podcast is a weekly podcast featuring thoughtful, layered, nuanced and authentic conversations with fascinating guests from hip hop and beyond. Patreon: Support The Fly Fidelity Podcast by subscribing to our Patreon and unlock exclusive bonus content. Learn more at Patreon.com/FlyFidelity Contact: [email protected]

Season finale! Known for his work drawing graphics for Think Skateboards, his distinctive tattoo art, photography and co-creating of one of the largest skate/street wear clothing lines; REBEL8, Mike Giant recalls his humble beginnings and discusses cutting his teeth as a graffiti artist in part 1 of our 2 part podcast. Produced by: Dale Lewis and Luke Bailey for Fly Fidelity Media Art direction: Mango Shark About: Hosted by Luke Bailey, The Fly Fidelity Podcast is a weekly podcast featuring thoughtful, layered, nuanced and authentic conversations with fascinating guests from hip hop and beyond. Patreon: Support The Fly Fidelity Podcast by subscribing to our Patreon and unlock exclusive bonus content. Learn more at Patreon.com/FlyFidelity Contact: [email protected]

As a trailblazing maverick of UK rap during its peak, Cappo is in the midst of a creative revival. His forthcoming album "S.T.A.R.V.E." follows on the heels of his recently released "CANON", with lofty goals to leave behind a legacy, featuring some of his most conceptually challenging and concise material to date. This week, we sit with Cappo for a powerful and poignant conversation to discuss some of the struggles that shaped #STARVE, transforming his mental health into a musical meditation, working with Kong Artisan, and more! Produced by: Dale Lewis and Luke Bailey for Fly Fidelity Media Art direction: Mango Shark About: Hosted by Luke Bailey, The Fly Fidelity Podcast is a weekly podcast featuring thoughtful, layered, nuanced and authentic conversations with fascinating guests from hip hop and beyond. Patreon: Support The Fly Fidelity Podcast by subscribing to our Patreon and unlock exclusive bonus content. Learn more at Patreon.com/FlyFidelity Contact: [email protected]

This week, Shrapknel (Curly Castro & PremRock) join us to discuss the creation of their Controller 7 helmed project "NOBODY PLANNING TO LEAVE". Produced by: Dale Lewis and Luke Bailey for Fly Fidelity Media Art direction: Mango Shark About: Hosted by Luke Bailey, The Fly Fidelity Podcast is a weekly podcast featuring thoughtful, layered, nuanced and authentic conversations with fascinating guests from hip hop and beyond. Patreon: Support The Fly Fidelity Podcast by subscribing to our Patreon and unlock exclusive bonus content. Learn more at Patreon.com/FlyFidelity Contact: [email protected]

Wavy Bagels and DRIVEBY take us behind the wheel and into the driver’s seat to discuss their collaborative journey and what fuelled the making of their album, “A CARFULL”. What happens when there are too many bagels in a 2006 Sabaru? Find out on this week’s episode. Produced by: Dale Lewis and Luke Bailey for Fly Fidelity Media Art direction: Mango Shark About: Hosted by Luke Bailey, The Fly Fidelity Podcast is a weekly podcast featuring thoughtful, layered, nuanced and authentic conversations with fascinating guests from hip hop and beyond. Patreon: Support The Fly Fidelity Podcast by subscribing to our Patreon and unlock exclusive bonus content. Learn more at Patreon.com/FlyFidelity Contact: [email protected]

Rapper/producer Lee Scott joins us for a candid conversation to capture the essence of his practice and heart of his latest self-produced album, "To Tame a Dead Horse" 🐴👽📡 Produced by: Dale Lewis and Luke Bailey for Fly Fidelity Media Art direction: Mango Shark About: Hosted by Luke Bailey, The Fly Fidelity Podcast is a weekly podcast featuring thoughtful, layered, nuanced and authentic conversations with fascinating guests from hip hop and beyond. Patreon: Support The Fly Fidelity Podcast by subscribing to our Patreon and unlock exclusive bonus content. Learn more at Patreon.com/FlyFidelity Contact: [email protected]

Heems and Lapgan make a perfect combination. After a six year hiatus, the former Das Racist rapper recently teamed up with the Chicago-based producer/beatmaker for his latest album, "LAFANDAR". With a renewed focus, Heemy joins us alongside Lapgan to discuss its creation, working at Spotify during his time away from making music, developing and building his multi-purpose brand Veena, and more! Produced by: Dale Lewis and Luke Bailey for Fly Fidelity Media Art direction: Mango Shark About: Hosted by Luke Bailey, The Fly Fidelity Podcast is a weekly podcast featuring thoughtful, layered, nuanced and authentic conversations with fascinating guests from hip hop and beyond. Patreon: Support The Fly Fidelity Podcast by subscribing to our Patreon and unlock exclusive bonus content. Learn more at Patreon.com/FlyFidelity Contact: [email protected]

From MF DOOM to Slim Shady to Dr Octagon, hip-hop has a long history of artists with multiple personas, but none so charming or whimsical as Kenny Dennis –Serengeti's loveable mustachioed Chicagoan. Last month, the prolific Illinois native released the latest chapter in his KDz series – brimming with lore and answers! Here, we discuss and unpack the Kenny Dennis saga in a revealing and expansive interview. A MUST hear for fans of Geti and Kenny! Produced by: Dale Lewis and Luke Bailey for Fly Fidelity Media Art direction: Mango Shark About: Hosted by Luke Bailey, The Fly Fidelity Podcast is a weekly podcast featuring thoughtful, layered, nuanced and authentic conversations with fascinating guests from hip hop and beyond. Patreon: Support The Fly Fidelity Podcast by subscribing to our Patreon and unlock exclusive bonus content. Learn more at Patreon.com/FlyFidelity Contact: [email protected]

Gabe Nandez is a tour de force. After quietly releasing three top-tier projects last year, the New York based rapper returned last month with the Wino Willy helmed Object Permanence on POW Recordings. With a renewed focus, Nandez joins us to discuss his latest EP as well as his unique journey on this week's episode! Produced by: Dale Lewis and Luke Bailey for Fly Fidelity Media Art direction: Mango Shark About: Hosted by Luke Bailey, The Fly Fidelity Podcast is a weekly podcast featuring thoughtful, layered, nuanced and authentic conversations with fascinating guests from hip hop and beyond. Patreon: Support The Fly Fidelity Podcast by subscribing to our Patreon and unlock exclusive bonus content. Learn more at Patreon.com/FlyFidelity Contact: [email protected]

Fresh off a trip to NYC, we're back with a brand new episode, featuring special guests Quentin Branch and Brian Warren of Angry Blackmen. Learn about the lore and labour of love that went into the making of their latest album "THE LEGEND OF ABM", and much more on this week's show! Produced by: Dale Lewis and Luke Bailey for Fly Fidelity Media Art direction: Mango Shark About: Hosted by Luke Bailey, The Fly Fidelity Podcast is a weekly podcast featuring thoughtful, layered, nuanced and authentic conversations with fascinating guests from hip hop and beyond. Patreon: Support The Fly Fidelity Podcast by subscribing to our Patreon and unlock exclusive bonus content. Learn more at Patreon.com/FlyFidelity Contact: [email protected]