Joe kicks off Episode 420 by sharing his hate for Azealia Banks’ newly shared “love list” (12:18). The guys recap D’Angelo’s competition-free Verzuz (17:05), and Joe calls Adam22 after his recent interview with CyHi the Prynce (36:58). The guys discuss a potential Raekwon/Ghostface Verzuz battle (53:25), the kissing allegations against Governor Andrew Cuomo (59:05), and Texas Governor Greg Abbott announcing the end of the mask mandate (1:02:24). Another woman comes forward against T.I. in his sexual assault case (1:05:05), and Chris D’Elia gives an update on his child molestation allegations (1:06:40). SoundCloud introduces “fan-powered royalties” (1:15:45), which begs the question: How much longer will labels be around? (1:15:45) Joe discusses opening a dispensary in Detroit (1:38:26), Mall calls CyHi (1:59:20), a Julius Randle call (2:23:00), and MUCH MORE! For more exclusive content: become a Patron of the The Joe Budden Podcast at www.patreon.com/JoeBudden   Sleeper Picks of the Episode Joe | Manny Wellz - “So Good” Rory | Emotional Oranges - “Body & Soul” (Ft. Biig Piig) Mal | Chase Fetti - “Show Me”  Parks | Devin the Dude - “P.L.A.N.S.A.” (Ft. Tony Mac)

Joe and the guys kick off Episode 419 by addressing Drake's beef with Rory (5:20) and Joe feeling uncomfortable without structure (13:25). They discuss new music including Bryson Tiller, Curren$y, and Bruno Mars & Anderson Paak’s newly announced album as ‘Silk Sonic’ (19:10). LeBron James plans to A&R a new album (39:30), Twitter introduces a new pay-wall feature (49:23), and Live Nation announces the return of live events (1:21:20). Joe shares his history of crying at weddings and calls Safaree to confirm (1:26:30). The guys review the Patrice O’Neal documentary (1:48:50), Snowfall *SPOILER ALERT* (1:58:25), D’Angelo’s Verzuz (2:03:40), and what his format would be. A second Snowfall *SPOILER ALERT* (2:13:35) and much more! For more exclusive content: become a Patron of the The Joe Budden Podcast at www.patreon.com/JoeBudden Sleeper Picks of the Episode: Joe | Tempest - “Not The Same”  Rory | The Game - “360 Bars Freestyle” Mal | Majid Jordan - “Not Ashamed”  Parks | D’Angelo - “Devil’s Pie”

Joe and the guys kick things off by exploring how well Mal knows Rory (3:31) and sharing their individual introductions to Hip Hop in light of the JBP’s 6th Year Anniversary (22:32). They celebrate Bobby Shmurda coming home (34:40) and share predictions over his upcoming music (45:45). Vanessa Bryant calls out Meek Mill for his insensitive lyrics over Kobe Bryant’s helicopter accident (55:05), and Jay-Z signs a partnership with Moët Hennessy buying a 50% share in his champagne brand (1:08:45). The guys discuss the Migos and Bobby Shmurda’s relationship (1:46:23) and Cam’ron promoting his new product, “Pink Horse Power,” an organic supplement for men that improves sexual stamina and libido (2:14:14). A Kevin Samuels discussion (2:17:31), Bryson Tiller’s new album (2:25:15), planning trips, and MORE! For more exclusive content: become a Patron of the The Joe Budden Podcast at www.patreon.com/JoeBudden Sleeper Picks Joe | Ambré - “eternal sunshine” (Ft. G-Eazy & BJ the Chicago Kid)  Rory | MIKNNA - “Heartbreak Highway” Mal | Moneybagg Yo - “Time Today”  Parks | Fred the Godson - “One of These Days” (Ft. Guap Sinatra & Bandz Dinero)

On this episode: Joe, Rory, Mal and Parks begin with discussing if Meek Mill mentioning Kobe in a leaked verse was untimely (29:25) and debate if he should've said it or not. Joe also has a theory that certain rappers are trying to get closer to Lil Uzi Vert because they aren't "hot" anymore (48:15), new music which includes a new remix from Travis Scott (1:08:25),  an upcoming documentary on the Notorious B.I.G. (1:39:30), NBA All-Star Weekend and MORE! Sleeper Picks  Joe | Angelica Vila - “Why” (Ft. Jacquees)  Rory | Wale - “I’m On One” (Freestyle)  Mal | Neek Bucks - “FLY AWAY” (Ft. Lil Tjay) Parks | Lord Finesse - “Brainstorm” (Ft. KRS-One & O.C.)

On this episode: Joe, Rory, Mal & Parks recap their individual Valentine’s Day celebrations (17:35). They address Meek Mill & Tekashi 6ix9ine’s altercation (37:15), and Joe argues Tekashi’s relevancy (47:00). The guys jump into upcoming artists and new music (55:20), DJ D Nice’s deal with the labels (57:32), LaKeith Stanfield in ‘Judas and the Black Messiah’ (1:04:30), Rick Ross’s lost verse on Nipsey Hussle & Jay-Z’s song (1:07:27), Lucky Daye’s new project ‘Table For Two’ (1:08:55), Muni Long, Eric Bellinger, and more. D’Angelo has been announced as the next VERZUZ guest while not yet having a set opponent (1:25:55), Joe wants to honor Michael B. Jordan even though he thinks his relationship is fake (1:36:35), and Dave Chappelle announces the return of his comedy show to Netflix in a 10-minute Instagram video addressing the capitol riots, hypocrisy surrounding Colin Kaepernick, and more (1:45:15). Justin Timberlake pens an apology to Britney Spears and Janet Jackson after receiving backlash from the New York Times “Framing Britney Spears” documentary (2:10:05), (SPOILER ALERTS HERE) and the guys Recap ‘The Lady and the Dale’, ‘Your Honor’, ‘Law & Order’, ‘Power’ (2:20:10) and much more!   Sleeper Picks Joe | Tempest - “Sorry To Say”  Rory | Th&o - “Prosecco”  Mal | Eric Bellinger & Hitmaka - “Truth Hurts”  Parks | Passport Gift & Parks - “Alone Again” (Ft. MARCEL)

On this episode: Joe asks the guys why women get upset when you cashapp other women (21:45). The guys recap Nipsey Hussle & Jay-Z’s new song “What It Feels Like” (31:05), Joe delivers a Screenman verse (47:35), and Mal delivers a freestyle in light of Drake allegedly dropping new music this week (53:40). Joe explains why he loves Karen Civil (1:01:30) and also reveals Mal’s Valentine’s Day plans (1:12:50). Universal Music Group removes their catalog from the Triller app, alleging withheld payments to artists, while others refer to their relationship with its competitor, TikTok (1:16:32). Audiomack streams will now influence Billboard chart postitions (1:22:35) after announcing inked licensing agreements with major labels like Sony and UMG. Karrueche releases her newly single photo shoot (1:42:45), and Dr. Dre and Apryl Jones have sparked dating rumors after being spotted together (1:48:40). The guys revisit the co-parenting conversation, addressing what the internet sees and doesn’t see (1:49:00) as well as men lying about their hairlines (2:04:20). A live unboxing on the JBP (2:21:00), debating Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees (2:22:10) and MUCH MORE!   For more exclusive content: become a Patron of the The Joe Budden Podcast at www.patreon.com/JoeBudden

On this episode: Joe, Rory, Mal and Parks recap their Super Bowl weekends (23:48) by reviewing Joe’s chef, the Chiefs/Buccaneers game performance, The Weeknd’s trivial half-time show (40:00), Tom Brady (25:30), his verbal altercations with Tyrann Mathieu, and whether he or Serena Williams is the real GOAT (53:45). They discuss Malcolm & Marie (58:25), Netflix’s newest film starring Zendaya and John David Washington, and Rory shares his experience with getting his cords broken (1:13:55). Bow Wow and Papoose are retiring from rap (2:01:05), and the guys break down low self esteem (2:06:30) as well as the timing of a rapper’s retirement (2:28:20). Joe shares that he feels triggered by the retirement discussion, and Mal suggests that maybe he just wasn’t that good at making music (2:37:30). New close friends additions, contrasting threesomes, and much more!    For more exclusive content: become a Patron of the The Joe Budden Podcast at www.patreon.com/JoeBudden Sleeper Picks Joe | Victoria Monét - “F.U.C.K.”    Rory | goodboy noah - “tie down”    Mal | Sy Ari da Kid - “For Sade”   Parks | Albee Al - “Cell” (Ft. Greaz)

On this episode: Joe, Rory, Mal & Parks break down Cardi B’s newest single, “Up” (30:41), Chris Brown & G-Eazy’s remake of “Return of the Mack” (53:54), and more new music. Lil Uzi recently had a $24M pink diamond embedded into his forehead (1:36:30) and Lamar Odom is set to fight Aaron Carter in a celebrity boxing match (1:39:55). The guys discuss coparenting and how to explain cheating to your kids (1:47:00), and Jim Jones joins the JBP to talk ‘Drip Report,’ music, and more (2:12:00). Sleeper Picks Joe | Jim Jones - “State of the Union” (Ft. Rick Ross & Mark Scibilia) Rory | Jim Jones - “The King” Mal | Jim Jones - “Up in Harlem” Parks | Jim Jones - “Dust & Powder” (Ft. Jadakiss)

New studio, same energy! Joe announces his latest role at Patreon as the Head of Creator Equity and the launch of the new Patreon page designed for new content (1:07:35). The guys also discuss the controversy surrounding Chloe Bailey (35:20), speculation on why Jeff Bezos stepped down as CEO from Amazon (2:18:17), a recap on the recent documentaries the guys watch and Your Honor  (2:24:15) and MUCH MORE! Sleeper Picks Joe | Kevin Ross - “God Is A Genius”  Rory | Unsual Demont - “Pine”  Mal | Roc Marciano - “Covid Cough” (Ft. Schoolboy Q) Parks | Tha God Fahim & Your Old Droog - “Cannon”

Joe, Rory, Mal & Parks kick off this episode by paying respect to a few legends: actress, Cicely Tyson, television & radio host, Larry King, and NBA reporter & analyst, Sekou Smith (22:33). Joe discusses Reddit’s impact on GameStop’s stock market frenzy (55:30), Azealia Banks’ newest direct mention (1:30:10), and DJ Akademiks (1:27:23). Waived by the Seattle Seahawks, Chad Wheeler made headlines as he faces charges of felony domestic violence against his girlfriend (1:39:44), and Conway the Machine joins the guys to discuss his album, Griselda, solo moves & more (2:01:28).   Joe | Kenyon Dixon - “Sky’s the Limit” (Intro)   Rory | Lloyd Banks - “Time To Chill”    Mal | Conway The Machine - “Air Holez” (Ft. Westside Gunn)   Parks | Joe Budden - “All In My Head” (Ft. Royce Da 5’9)