Dead End Hip Hop

We’re live tonight with a special guest, Spike Lou from the OnDeckTv Podcast. This time around we’re switching things up and using their format to run through some of the biggest stories in Hip Hop from this past week. Topics on deck include Cardi B’s new album, Jay Electronica surprising everyone with multiple projects, the latest news on Dame Dash suing Cam’Ron, and plenty more. Tap in for the conversation and share your thoughts with us in real time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this Superchat Mailbag episode we were asked to revisit some of the GOATs from the 90s and early 2000s and dig into whether their music still holds up in 2025 or if some of it has aged poorly. From classic albums that shaped the culture to verses that defined entire eras, we reflect on how these legendary catalogs sound now and what they mean for hip hop today. Drop your thoughts in the comments and let us know which 90s or 2000s rappers you think still sound timeless and which ones feel dated. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

HotNewHipHop has released their list of the top 50 female rap albums and we had to see how it stacked up. In this discussion we go through the list, react to the placements, and talk about which albums truly deserve recognition. From timeless classics to more recent standouts, we highlight the moments that shaped hip hop and point out where we feel HotNewHipHop might have missed the mark. This is not just about ranking albums, it is about celebrating the impact of women in hip hop and recognizing the voices that pushed the culture forward. Whether you agree with the list or not, this one is sure to spark conversation. Drop your thoughts in the comments and let us know which albums you think belong in the top 50. #FemaleRap #HipHop #albumrankings Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In his latest appearance on The Breakfast Club, Dame Dash delivers a fiery response to Charlamagne Tha God, rejecting claims that he’s “broke,” defending his worth, and going on the attack questioning Charlamagne’s masculinity and even accusing him of being gay over his ties (or lack thereof) with Jay-Z. The confrontation escalates into schoolyard insults, with Dame threatening physical violence, nearly walking out amid what he saw as disrespect, all while Charlamagne fires back. It's a chaotic, tension-filled exchange revealing deep grievances, defiance, and personal attacks. 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4546989716668416 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this superchat convo we were asked to list songs that represent the sound of each coast in hip hop. Instead of just focusing on East and West we decided to expand the discussion and highlight the South and Midwest as well. Each region has its own history and signature style that can be captured in certain tracks and we had a great time debating which ones stand out the most. From the raw lyricism of the East to the smooth bounce of the West, from the soul driven Midwest to the trunk rattling South, we dug into the tracks that showcase the heart of each movement. Drop your picks in the comments because the conversation after the conversation is always in the comments. #HipHop #RegionalSounds #superchat Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joey Bada$$ has returned with his latest project Lonely at the Top and we are diving deep into everything it brings to the table. Known for his sharp lyricism, nostalgia soaked boom bap production choices, and his ability to balance classic New York energy with modern sounds, Joey is one of the few artists who can bridge eras of hip hop in a natural way. With this new release, he seems to be reflecting on the cost of success, personal growth, and what it means to carry the weight of expectations while carving out his own legacy. In this review we break down the production, the themes, and Joey’s performance across the tracklist. We talk about the stand out cuts, moments that showcase his pen at its sharpest, and whether the album reaches the highs fans expect after 2000 and his earlier mixtape run. We also get into how Lonely at the Top stacks up against not only his own catalog but also the broader landscape of hip hop in 2025. Let us know what you think about the project in the comments. Do you feel like Joey pushed himself creatively here or do you think he stayed too close to his comfort zone. The conversation after the conversation is always in the comments so tap in and let us know your thoughts. #JoeyBadass #LonelyAtTheTop #hiphopreview Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this live show we cover the latest updates on Young Thug as he sits down with Big Bank for a revealing interview while also dropping a new diss track aimed at alleged rats within YSL. From the tension surrounding his words to the names being speculated, this situation continues to shake up the hip hop world. Join us as we break it all down and give our thoughts on what this means for Thug, YSL, and the culture moving forward. 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4546989716668416 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this superchat from DonaldVann, we dig into a fun but tricky topic: songs that we absolutely love but also feature some of the worst verses from a particular artist. We all know those tracks where the beat, hook, or main verses are incredible, but then a feature or guest spot brings the energy down. These verses weren’t enough to ruin the whole song, but when we look back, they definitely stand out as weak links. From hip hop classics to more recent tracks, we share our picks and debate whether a bad verse can still live on a great song. Want to throw your picks in the mix? Drop them in the comments and keep the conversation going. Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwNzLpk33dblyY2Gg-SyPxw/join Dead End Hip Hop Merch Shop: https://deadendmedia.myspreadshop.com Find all things Dead End Hip Hop here: https://linktr.ee/deadendhiphop SUBSCRIBE to our second channel, Is The Mic Still On: https://www.youtube.com/isthemicstillon IS THE MIC STILL ON PODCAST: SUBSCRIBE on iTunes: http://apple.co/2oJIzZb Follow The Crew: Follow Modest Media: @IamModestMedia Follow Beezy: @Beezy430 Follow Ken: @KennithBInge Follow Feefo: @Feefo247 Follow Myke C-Town: @MykeCTown Follow Sophie: @SayItAintSoph About Dead End Hip Hop: No scripts. It's pure unfiltered hip hop conversations and album reviews. No politics. No BS. We Are The People. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We are back with the second episode of our Best Of series, this time highlighting the albums that stood out to us during the month of August. Each of us brought a few picks that we felt represented the strongest releases of the month and we break down what makes them worth revisiting. If you missed the pilot episode where we covered the month of July, that full breakdown is available now on Patreon. Make sure to check it out and let us know what you think about this new series as we continue to shape it. #hiphop #bestof #deadendhiphop Patreon: patreon.com/deadendhiphop Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwNzLpk33dblyY2Gg-SyPxw/join Dead End Hip Hop Merch Shop: https://deadendmedia.myspreadshop.com Find all things Dead End Hip Hop here: https://linktr.ee/deadendhiphop SUBSCRIBE to our second channel, Is The Mic Still On: https://www.youtube.com/isthemicstillon IS THE MIC STILL ON PODCAST: SUBSCRIBE on iTunes: http://apple.co/2oJIzZb Follow The Crew: Follow Modest Media: @IamModestMedia Follow Beezy: @Beezy430 Follow Ken: @KennithBInge Follow Feefo: @Feefo247 Follow Myke C-Town: @MykeCTown Follow Sophie: @SayItAintSoph About Dead End Hip Hop: No scripts. It's pure unfiltered hip hop conversations and album reviews. No politics. No BS. We Are The People. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this Superchat Mailbag we tackled not one but two heavy questions from the community. Beezy circled back to answer a ranking superchat that came in during a previous mailbag and then the crew locked in on a brand new one. The question was simple but wild to think about: if you had to completely erase one hip hop album and its impact from history which one would it be As always the conversation went deep because removing a project from the timeline changes more than just the music it touches the culture the influence and the artists who came after. Let us know in the comments how you would have answered because we know this one is going to stir up some debate. Superchats like these drive some of our best convos so keep them coming if we miss yours live it could end up in its own dedicated video like this one. #DEHH #HipHop #Superchat #albumranking Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwNzLpk33dblyY2Gg-SyPxw/join Dead End Hip Hop Merch Shop: https://deadendmedia.myspreadshop.com Find all things Dead End Hip Hop here: https://linktr.ee/deadendhiphop SUBSCRIBE to our second channel, Is The Mic Still On: https://www.youtube.com/isthemicstillon IS THE MIC STILL ON PODCAST: SUBSCRIBE on iTunes: http://apple.co/2oJIzZb Follow The Crew: Follow Modest Media: @IamModestMedia Follow Beezy: @Beezy430 Follow Ken: @KennithBInge Follow Feefo: @Feefo247 Follow Myke C-Town: @MykeCTown Follow Sophie: @SayItAintSoph About Dead End Hip Hop: No scripts. It's pure unfiltered hip hop conversations and album reviews. No politics. No BS. We Are The People. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices