The guys jump into this episode by revisiting DaniLeigh’s “Yellow Bone” song and reviewing her apology in addressing colorism (29:20). Joe shares his hot take on One Night in Miami (33:25), Trey Songz gets into a fight with a police officer (40:02), and Ace Hood reveals why he left DJ Khaled’s label in a new Drink Champs interview (43:35). Venture capital firms have approached Clubhouse founders in leading its next round of funding at a $1 billion valuation (53:15). LEGO & Universal announce their new deal in launching a new music video making app for children (1:40:33), and City Girls & DaBaby join BRS Kash on the new “Throat Baby” remix. Finally, after an exciting weekend of playoff madness, the guys share their Super Bowl picks (2:18:00). Sleeper Picks  Joe | Eric Bellinger & Hitmaka - “Only You”   Rory | Oranj Goodman - “LSD.Wav//Scream Out Loud”    Mal | Ye Ali - “Signs” (Ft. Lyfe Harris)    Parks | Bun B & LE$ - “How It Go”

On this episode: The guys recap Ashanti & Keyshia Cole’s Verzuz battle (18:27), while Joe addresses his personal bias towards Keyshia (39:30). They discuss the recent inauguration of Joe Biden and Kamala Harris (1:07:41) as well as Conway and Griselda’s alleged beef (1:21:50). DaniLeigh receives backlash after previewing her upcoming song, “Yellow Bone” (1:26:22), and Rory wants to move the podcast to Texas (1:29:30). The guys further review the Tiger Woods documentary, addressing the effects of his upbringing (1:50:11), and Snoh Aalegra receives backlash for covering Usher’s “U Remind Me” (2:04:48).   Sleeper Picks Joe | NBDY - “Used To” (Acoustic)    Rory | Little Brother - “Life of the Party” (Ft. Carlitta Durand & Skillz)    Mal | K. Forest - “Tippin” (Ft. Jaiden)    Parks | Pharoahe Monch & Th1rt3en - “Amnesia”

On this episode: Joe, Rory, Mal & Parks prepare for the upcoming Ashanti/Keyshia Cole Verzuz battle and share their final takes (18:20). The guys honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.‘s legacy in light of this past MLK Day (29:01), and Joe finds a problem with Funk Flex’s list of the Top 50 Greatest MC’s (53:18). Entrepreneur and technology investor, Anthony Pompliano, joins the show to breakdown Bitcoin to give the guys a better understanding of the cryptocurrency (1:23:30), and the guys address the recently aired Tiger Woods documentary on HBO MAX (2:34:35). Sleeper Picks Joe | Danileigh - “Situations”    Rory | Gallant - “Comeback.”    Mal | 7xvethegenius - “Break Soul”    Parks | Blicka Don - "Ramsey's Place"

Joe and the guys review the most downloaded apps of 2020 (14:32), and it looks like Joe’s getting into women’s business with the launch of a new show on the Joe Budden Network (17:27). James Harden is headed to the Brooklyn Nets to join KD & Kyrie (37:20). While this affects Joe’s roster, Mal explains why he thinks James Harden should be a 6th man (1:00:17). Joe speaks directly to entitled artists (1:04:05) and addresses Spotify’s stock slipping following analyst doubts over the company’s direction (1:32:20). As for other business dealings, Verzuz and NFL are partnering for this year’s Pro Bowl to showcase players’ position highlights (1:39:45) and Lamar Odom signs a celebrity boxing deal (1:55:20). Finally, Joe breaks down Bitcoin for dummy’s, as it reached it’s all-time high (2:04:03).   Sleeper Picks Joe | SZA - “Good Days”   Rory | James Fauntleroy - “Take Me”   Mal | Mac Ayres - “Jumping Off The Moon”    Parks | Black Rob - “You Know What”

A loaded episode this week as Rory makes his return in-person to the pod and Joe shares his concerns about Rory's arrival (15:35). Also, over the weekend Joe analyzed the U.S. Capitol breach and had a message for the participants (21:38), Mal gets a tarot card reading on the podcast which exposes his love-life (43:00), and a Drake dropbox file with unreleased music is leaked which the guys react to (1:10:20). In addition, the guys discuss how dangerous a new law that was passed which allows lyrics to be used against artist in court (1:57:50) and a new Covid-19 bill that demands the government provides information on any potential UFO's (2:16:40) and more on this loaded episode!   Sleeper Picks Joe | Mac Ayres - “Easy”   Rory | Emotional Oranges - “Bonafide” (Ft. Chiiild)    Mal | Sy Ari Da Kid - “The Last Goat”   Parks | Navy Blue - “Breathe” (Ft. Yasiin Bey)

The first full week of the new year and Joe gives his take on it. He also asks the guys what the first week has taught them (6:27). In addition, everyone reacts to the U.S. Capitol building being breached by Trump supporters and share's their theories on how something like this could happen (26:09). While revisiting a previous conversation, Joe and Rory still believe that Ashanti is avoiding her Verzuz battle with Keyshia Cole (1:05:06). Also, the guys highlight Jazmine Sullivan's new EP "Heaux Tales" (1:20:20), an update on Nicki Minaj vs Tracy Chapman sample dispute (2:15:38) and a discussion on the Black Eyed Peas not being considered a black rap group (2:36:40) and more!   Sleeper Picks Joe | Jazmine Sullivan - “Girl Like Me” (Ft H.E.R.)   Rory | Mac Ayres - “Where U Goin’ Tonight”   Mal | Uncle Murda - “Russian Roulette”    Parks | J Dilla & MF Doom - “Sniper Elite”

Joe ensures the energy for the New Year is at its peak with a reminder that he's not concerned with how people feel in 2021. Shortly after, the guys begin with comparing the annual year-end wrap ups from Uncle Murda and Mad Skillz (17:05) and Joe asks the crew what their expectations are from music in the new is (26:40). They also revisit the tension between Eminem and Snoop Dogg after Eminem responded to Snoop's statements (47:05), the world renowned Dr. Anthony Fauci calls in to discuss Covid-19 (1:25:40), the crew pays respects to MF Doom and his legacy (1:55:50) while also hearing from Julius Randle (2:36:55) and Damian Lillard on this loaded podcast episode! All this and more on the first show in the new year! Sleeper Picks Joe | DJ Tunez - “PAMI” (Ft. Wizkid, Adekunle Gold & Omah Lay) Rory | Tailz - “OMW” Mal | Azealia Banks - “6 Flags” (Ft. Slim Dollars) Parks | MF Doom - "Figaro"

Joe, Mal, and Parks hold it down while Rorys is out and end the year off with showing gratitude while reflecting on the unpredictable year 2020 has been (8:00). Meek Mill had an exchange with a fan on CH (33:10) and Joe share's his thoughts on people confronting him on the app as well. Also, Young Thug had interesting things to say about Jay-Z and Lil Wayne (1:02:00), a debate on if Drake's career is over (1:18:00) and much more on the final episode of 2020!   Your Honor (1:39:00) *Potential Spoiler Alert*   Sleeper Picks Joe | Vory - “This Side” (Ft. Landstrip Chip)  Mal | 38 Spesh - “Under The Table”  Parks | 38 Spesh - “Route 38”

Sleeper Picks On this episode: CashApp proves why it's one of the most forward-thinking companies with its latest deal with Tidal (26:24). Lil Wayne sells 1/3 of Drake and Nicki Minaj's catalogue (57:44), the guys discuss the most sampled songs in Hip Hop (1:17:15) and Joe begs people to stop giving clout chasers attention and more (1:18:55) Joe | O.C. - “Time’s Up”    Rory | Nate Dogg - “I Need A Light” (Ft. Warren G)    Mal | Whodini - “I’m a Ho”   Parks | Kool G Rap - “Fast Life” (Ft. Nas)  

The Verzuz-cast is back! Joe and the guys begin by recapping the celebration between a pair of legends (E-40 and Too $hort) and their favorite moments of the Verzuz (25:45). Joe then accuses Mal and Parks of having biased music takes and only supporting a certain style of hip hop, which leads to a heated debate (55:40) and Rory still doesn't believe DaBaby is a Pop Star during a conversation about revisiting bad takes from 2020 (1:08:49). The crew also shares their expectations for "Coming to America 2" (2:03:47), the return of the NBA (2:36:44) and MORE!   Sleeper Picks Joe | Joe Budden - “I Wanna Know” (Ft. Stacy Barthe) Rory | Lo Boii - “Maybe”  Mal | Kevin Gates - “Weeks”  Parks | Flee Lord - “Wu-Lords” (Ft. Raekwon)