No Apologies Needed

No Apologies Needed

Author: William Jewel June 2, 2024 Duration: 31:12

New album from Hit-Boy, The Alchemist and Big Hit. Mo3 new posthumous album Legend. Eminems new song. Wanna Be Remix with Cardi B. Roddy Ricch poised to drop new album this year. Boston and Dallas in the NBA Finals. Does Kyrie deserve an apology


Hip-hop is more than just a genre; it's a complex cultural force that shapes and reflects our world. On Articulating Rap, host William Jewel digs into that complexity with a thoughtful and considered perspective. Each episode moves beyond surface-level takes to explore the stories, social contexts, and artistic innovations within rap music. You'll hear discussions that treat the culture with the seriousness it deserves, whether examining a classic album's legacy, unpacking the themes in a new release, or analyzing the industry news that shapes the sound. This isn't about hot takes or simple reviews. Jewel's approach offers a space for deeper listening and understanding, connecting the music to broader conversations about society, identity, and creativity. For anyone who feels that hip-hop's narrative is often oversimplified, this podcast provides a necessary and engaging counterpoint. Tune in for a consistently articulate exploration of the beats, rhymes, and life that define this global phenomenon.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 81

Articulating Rap
Podcast Episodes
Ha Ha, Jokes On You [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 36:03
The Grand National Tour is announced. GNX hits the billboard charts and goes gold. Andre Schultz jokes about Kendrick. Smino release new album, Maybe In Nirvana
Don't Forget About Cole [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 37:37
A week after GNX recap. Drake files petition on UMG and others. J.Cole's audio series and mixtape releases
Surprise Surprise [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 39:06
Kendrick Lamar releases surprise album 'GNX'. Wayne In his Feelings AGAIN. Future will eventually meet his match
Money Grab [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 37:55
Cordae ' The Crossroads" album review. Mike Tyson and Jake Paul fight recap. Kodak Black's drug addiction. Pharrell speaks on Drake
Energy Vs Soul [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 38:17
Ab-Soul & A$AP Ferg album review. Young Thug tweets about Gunna. Drake buys friends. Grammy nominations
Lil WeezyAntics [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 48:08
Tyler, Freddie and earthling album reviews. Lil Weezyana Fest. Meg Documentary. Drake & Demar Derozan altercation during basketball game
What Happened To Durk [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 55:02
Lil Durk's recent arrest. Kendrick Lamar Interview w/ SZA. TDE Punch speaks out about hip-hop journalism
The Spanish Accent [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 31:27
Jay-Z inks new deal with NFL. AB Soul release date announced. Drake's feature on Modo Capone. Dr Dre speaks on too many producers. Durk & Gunna
Cole's Contradiction [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 37:50
Reacting to J. Cole's new song " Port Antonio". Glorilla's New Album. Big X Tha Plug and Rod Wave release new projects as well
For The Fanbase [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 36:06
Leon Bridges and Tee Grizzley drop new music. DDG PSA breakup with Halle Bailey and his crash out on Joe Budden. Drake talks about "fake rappers" switching sides