Welcome back Saints and Aint's! This episode, I am reviewing new music from Willie the Kid & Real Bad Man, Boldy James and V Don and Monday Night and Michaelangelo. On the makeup, I'm using the Juvia's Place and Fenty Beauty Eyeshadow Sticks to create a sultry summer look. I'm also trying the new Cheek Thrills Blush from Morphe in the shade Wine and Dine.

Welcome back Saints and Aint's! This episode, I am celebrating the 21's anniversary of MF DOOM and Madlib's 2004, 'Madvillainy.'

Welcome back Saints and Aint's! This episode, I am reviewing the new album "Token of Appreciation" by Boldy James and Chuck Strangers and "Catch Me if You Can 2' by Willie the Kid and Don. On the makeup, I'm using new products from Danessa Myricks, NARS, and Makeup Forever courtesy of my latest trip to Sephora.

Welcome back Saints and Aint's! This episode, I am reviewing the album "12" by Westside Gunn. On the makeup, I'm already dreaming of summer with this sunset inspired eyeshadow look using the Juvia's Place Culture 2 palette.

In this episode of Behind the Beat, I’m joined by The Spookz, the Virginia-based hip hop duo made up of Grunge Gallardo and Ambassador Rick. Formerly part of a trio, the two artists are now stepping into a new chapter with their latest EP, Brand Nu Beings.

We talk about everything from the evolution of their sound, what it’s like creating as a duo, and how they choose production that fits their message. They break down their creative process, give us the behind-the-scenes on the new EP, and reflect on what it means to represent VA in the current hip hop landscape.

Welcome back Saints and Aint’s! On this episode of Behind the Beat, I sit down with producer and creative force Showalter! to talk about his journey creating immersive soundscapes inspired by travel, film, and everyday vibes.

We get into the making of his project Clarity, his work with SBZ, his recent trip to Egypt, and how his love for storytelling comes through both in his music and his vlogs.

From NYC OOTDs to beat tapes inspired by Dubai, Mexico City, and the Dead Sea, Showalter! shares what drives his creativity, how he approaches sound design, and what’s coming next.

Whether you’re into underground Hip-Hop, or creative lifestyle content, this episode’s for you.

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In this episode of Behind the Beat, Nola sits down with Queens rapper Nitty Blanco to talk about his latest album Finding My Diamond, a powerful project centered on growth, and real-life reflection.

Nitty opens up about the moment he knew it was time to take rap seriously, the inspiration behind the album title, and his creative chemistry with collaborator Monday Night. He also shares how he's using his platform to give back to the community and why storytelling is so important in his music.

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In this episode of Behind the Beat, I sit down with hip hop artist Jjackpot aka Remy LeBeau to discuss his new EP, King’s Casino. From the inspiration behind the title to the creative process, production, and lyrical depth, this conversation takes you inside the mind of an artist who’s all, no bluffing.

We talk about his evolution as an independent rapper, the meaning behind key tracks, and how he's carving out his lane in the underground hip hop scene.

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