Episode 541 | Lotus Flower Bomb

Happy Wednesday, and Happy Birthday to our guy Peeje! We kick this episode off by recapping our surprise party for Peeje, which involved a Vin Diesel look-alike, Coronas, and a melted ice cream cake from Ryan. The guys revisit the aftermath of Joey Bada$$ vs. The West Coast, before getting into the news of Jhene Aiko’s upcoming album, which features Larry June, Kendrick Lamar, and more. John Legend and Pharrell announce their collab album coming in October, Apple shares the first look at the iPhone Duo, and Gelo and Lonzo Ball are back with a new hit record. The guys wrap up with a voicemail from a listener who’s wife plans to go to therapy, and he had an affair with the therapist. Visit your nearest Boost Mobile store or https://www.boostmobile.com/promo/25-forever Go to https://baskandlatherco.com. Behind The Bars is presented by Sprite. Check out the full Sprite Living Tracklist and break down the stories behind your favorite bars at livingtracklist.genius.com. This is the Sprite Living Tracklist. Obey Your Thirst.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy Labor Day! The guys kick off this episode with a weekend recap, while also trying to figure out what Labor Day actually is. Drake announced “FOMO” will be dropping on September 15th, and we unpack some clues of what Drake will be releasing. Complex shares their Top 100 Hottest Rappers Alive list, which raises some questions and debate surrounding Lil Baby, Travis Scott, and others. Kanye sells out Soldier Field, reuniting with Kid Cudi, Big Sean, and 2 Chainz, while also catching backlash from media figures like Charlamagne Tha God and Peter Rosenberg. Ice Spice debuts a new tattoo, we get an album update from Rory, and Mal learns more about Baby D’s family tree. Finally, Joey Bada$$ faces backlash after covering “Song Cry” amid his cheating and breakup rumors, an influencer dies after a penis enlargement surgery, and Rory shares a sentimental moment with Nas, who you may know from changing Rory’s life.  Visit your nearest Boost Mobile store or https://www.boostmobile.com/promo/25-forever Go to https://baskandlatherco.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy Friday! We kick off this episode learning about Mal’s LA whereabouts, before getting into a debate about the state of hip hop, following the news that Drake’s “ICEMAN” has become his longest running #1 Album. Mal and Demaris share their reviews of “The Odyssey” and “Spider-Man: A Brand New Day”, which includes some major critiques about the historical accuracy, and we also discuss Robert Pattinson’s recent run of movies. The US Open draws lots of backlash over the amount of influencers in attendance, and we wrap up with Jay-Z’s pop up livestream in London. Have a great Labor Day Weekend, and we’ll see you next week! Visit your nearest Boost Mobile store or https://www.boostmobile.com/promo/25-foreverSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Legendary artist and businessman, E-40 drops by ahead of the release of quadruple album, “Turning Over My Money”. We chop it up with the mogul about growing up in the Bay Area, what in the world is happening with the 49ers’ owner, and maintaining longevity in hip hop. Forty also shares his takes on LaRussell, the state of hip hop today, and working with his family in The Click. His quadruple album, “Turning Over My Money”, is out now! Behind The Bars is presented by Sprite. Check out the full Sprite Living Tracklist and break down the stories behind your favorite bars at livingtracklist.genius.com. This is the Sprite Living Tracklist. Obey Your Thirst. Visit your nearest Boost Mobile store or https://www.boostmobile.com/promo/25-foreverSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mal is out of town, so Rory, Baby D and Zip recap their weekends, before getting into the news. A man posing as a San Francisco 49ers’ player was caught by the FBI for fraud, after allegedly scamming over a dozen women out of a total of $1.6 million, and we take a look at some of the best scams ever, including Miss Cleo, and the HBCU scammer. Hit-Boy sits down with Elliot Wilson and DJ Vlad, sparking controversy as to why Nas no longer works with him, and Zip shares his takes on Big Hit’s rapping. The Super Bowl lands on Valentine’s Day in 2027, and the guys discuss priorities when it comes to the day of the big game. Finally, we wrap with Super Bowl Halftime performer predictions, and Rory attempts to find a Daejon Love jersey. Behind The Bars is presented by Sprite. Check out the full Sprite Living Tracklist and break down the stories behind your favorite bars at livingtracklist.genius.com. This is the Sprite Living Tracklist. Obey Your Thirst. Visit your nearest Boost Mobile store or https://www.boostmobile.com/promo/25-foreverSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy Friday! Zip joins the gang today, and we kick off this episode by paying respects to Dolly Parton, Samuel Monroe Jr., and Tim Curry, all of whom we lost over the last couple of days. Lil Durk begins off his RICO trial, and the guys discuss the tragedy of the situations that rappers have been finding themselves in with the law. Hit Boy reveals that he hasn’t spoken to Nas in three years since the release of “Magic 3”, Vic Mensa and Chance the Rapper unpack their old beef in an emotional first episode of “The Vic Mensa Show”, and we break down some of the new music coming out this weekend, including Yung Miami’s “Spend Dat” remix with Kodak Black and Lil Baby, as well as expectations for Majid Jordan’s new project! Visit your nearest Boost Mobile store or https://www.boostmobile.com/promo/25-forever Go to https://baskandlatherco.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hell Rell, JR Writer, and Duke Da God pull up on us to talk all things Dipset, New York radio, and the anticipation for Duke’s new project. The guys chop it up about punch line rap, and debate which rappers are underrated in that realm, and JR addresses claims that Cam’ron stole his flow. The trio also discusses the Dipset vs. The LOX battle, their favorite (and least favorite) Nas album, and why music has no replay value today. Duke’s new project, “Double Trouble” is out now! Behind The Bars is presented by Sprite. Check out the full Sprite Living Tracklist and break down the stories behind your favorite bars at livingtracklist.genius.com. This is the Sprite Living Tracklist. Obey Your Thirst. Visit your nearest Boost Mobile store or https://www.boostmobile.com/promo/25-forever Go to https://baskandlatherco.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy Monday! Rory and Baby D were OUTSIDE this weekend, hitting the Kehlani show in Brooklyn, then the Austin Millz show in Manhattan, while Mal was outside on the bike. Pharrell calls T-Pain to tell him that he needs to save R&B, and the guys debate who Pharrell should collaborate with next to save hip hop. The Game drops “The Documentary III”, with features from Drake, Kanye, and more, while also addressing Blacc Sam, Kendrick, and all of TDE. Dr. Dre and Rick Rubin endorse AI usage in music, and DJ Quik gives some pushback. The owner of the 49ers gets caught in an Ohio trailer park attempting to meet a prostitute, and we take a look at lessons learned in sex ed. Taking a break from touring with Kehlani, DIXSON drops by to kick it with us, to discuss writing “Folded”, his experiences working with Beyonce, and songwriters turned artists. Catch DIXSON on tour with Kehlani in a city near you! Visit your nearest Boost Mobile store or https://www.boostmobile.com/promo/25-forever Go to https://baskandlatherco.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy Friday! Baby D kicks off this episode with a discussion on how you can tell someone is dirty, and Mal apologizes to J.Cole after more information comes out about why he was emotional on stage in Cleveland. The crew shares their favorite hairstyles, and some of the festivals that they missed out on. The guys share some ideas for a remix of “Spend Dat”, ask ChatGPT who it thinks will get married first, and give some advice to a listener who wants to ask a girl for a video prior to meeting her. Juvenile and BG drop by to talk about their upcoming tour, and share some hilarious Cash Money stories. Tickets to their tour are on sale now! Visit your nearest Boost Mobile store or https://www.boostmobile.com/promo/25-foreverSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Maliibu Miitch is in the studio today promoting her upcoming album ‘Sailor Goon’.  We chop it up about the messy side of the industry and the freedom of finally being independent.  They discuss the differences in living between NYC and Los Angeles and the wild house parties you may run into while living in LA.  For the first time Miitch opens up about the Cardi B beef from a few years ago.  Go check out her music video for Wifey now and be on the lookout for ‘Sailor Goon’. Behind The Bars is presented by Sprite. Check out the full Sprite Living Tracklist and break down the stories behind your favorite bars at livingtracklist.genius.com. This is the Sprite Living Tracklist. Obey Your Thirst. Visit your nearest Boost Mobile store or https://www.boostmobile.com/promo/25-foreverSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.