Episode 388 w/ Elliott Wilson and NEMS (Live @ Rolling Loud)

Nov 10, 2023

Hip-hop journalist Elliott Wilson and underground rapper NEMS join the Drink Champs for a live episode recorded at Rolling Loud. They discuss their experiences and motivations in the music industry, the evolving landscape of media and journalism, their past contributions to the industry, the process of making an album, early days of hip hop, and personal influences. They also touch on visiting a Louis Vuitton store in Paris and have a playful argument about alcohol.

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Discussion on the First Summit with Marcus Sky Jr. and Sponsorship Mention

Experiences and Aspirations in the Music Industry

04:21 • 10min

The Evolving Landscape of Media and Journalism

Experiences and Motivations in the Music Industry

Will Smith in Color and Busta Rhymes

Reflecting on Past Experiences and Contributions in the Music Industry

The Process of Making an Album and Impact in the South

Early Days of Hip Hop Mic System and Regional Bias in Music Reviews

45:24 • 25min

Exploring the Music Industry and Personal Influences

01:10:02 • 8min

Visiting a Louis Vuitton Store in Paris

01:18:10 • 21min

Funny Incident, American Express, Nissan, and AT&T 5G Sponsorships

01:39:04 • 3min

Debating Source Magazine vs. XXL and Queensbridge Artists

01:41:35 • 15min

Conversations about Heritage, Gratitude, and Industry Connections

01:56:35 • 6min