Rap Thought Podcast

Music Podcasts

Matt and Brandon are the Rap Thought Podcast. Each episode, they share their thoughts and perspectives on a hiphop album chosen at random. From the 80s to current releases, no album is off limits. This is not a review podcast; conversely they break down and analyze the albums that are chosen for them. Their vision is to bring the listener along with them while they dive deep into each album. They're not your average album reviewers, they incite thought and meaning behind the music. The hosts, Matt & Brandon have very different backgrounds and perspectives when it comes to music, society and culture which leads to thought provoking dialogue centered around the albums they discuss. These conversations will lead to much more than just the music as they take a deeper look into the context and environment surrounding the release of each record discussed. Matt was born and raised in the San Fernando Valley in Southern California attending small private schools. His first hip hop was Beastie Boys License to Ill in 3rd grade and since then he has been a hip hop head immersing himself in all things rap since then. Brandon grew up in the North Bay Area about 1 hour north of San Fransisco. He has lived in small towns his whole life and has an insatiable knack for questioning everything to understand it. Brandon's first introduction to rap was at a young age and ever since then he has been breaking down lyrics of his favorite rap songs.Matt & Brandon are the Rap Thought Podcast.

Location:

United States

Genres:

Music Podcasts

Description:

Matt and Brandon are the Rap Thought Podcast. Each episode, they share their thoughts and perspectives on a hiphop album chosen at random. From the 80s to current releases, no album is off limits. This is not a review podcast; conversely they break down and analyze the albums that are chosen for them. Their vision is to bring the listener along with them while they dive deep into each album. They're not your average album reviewers, they incite thought and meaning behind the music. The hosts, Matt & Brandon have very different backgrounds and perspectives when it comes to music, society and culture which leads to thought provoking dialogue centered around the albums they discuss. These conversations will lead to much more than just the music as they take a deeper look into the context and environment surrounding the release of each record discussed. Matt was born and raised in the San Fernando Valley in Southern California attending small private schools. His first hip hop was Beastie Boys License to Ill in 3rd grade and since then he has been a hip hop head immersing himself in all things rap since then. Brandon grew up in the North Bay Area about 1 hour north of San Fransisco. He has lived in small towns his whole life and has an insatiable knack for questioning everything to understand it. Brandon's first introduction to rap was at a young age and ever since then he has been breaking down lyrics of his favorite rap songs.Matt & Brandon are the Rap Thought Podcast.

Twitter:

@rapthoughtpod

Language:

English

Contact:

8183044996

Website:

https://rapthought.buzzsprout.com/

Email:

rapthought@gmail.com

Episodes

DMX - Exodus Thoughts

6/16/2021

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Duration:00:53:43

J. Cole - The Off Thoughts

6/9/2021

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Duration:01:08:52

Slaughterhouse - Slaughterhouse Thoughts

6/2/2021

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Duration:01:05:33

Talib Kweli - Eardrum Thoughts

5/26/2021

“More rap songs that stress purpose... with Less misogyny less curses” (More or Less). Matt and Brandon return this week on the rap thought podcast banging on your “Eardrum” with Talib Kweli’s 2007 project. Loaded with 20 tracks, this album touches on everything from what the world would benefit more or less from, impoverished families, food, to the integrity of the people in that rap game. With a diverse production from Just Blaze, Pete Rock, Will I Am and others, you’ll want to check all...

Duration:01:11:43

Canibus - Can-I-Bus Thoughts

4/28/2021

This week on the rap thought pod, Matt and Brandon see “what’s going on” back in ‘98 with Canibus’ “Can-I-Bus. Check in as they discover gun violence, conspiracy theories, aliens and rap beefs amongst other themes found on this project. Check all that and more this week. Check out more here! Apple Podcast Spotify Instagram Twitter ______________________________________________________ Music by: Blueysport Instagram: blueysport

Duration:01:12:35

Giggs - Landlord Thoughts

4/21/2021

This week on the rap thought pod, Matt and Brandon take another journey across the pond to check out the UK’s “Landlord”, Giggs. This 2016 project highlights his life in the drug game, losing close ones along the way, and enjoying a changed and successful life after doing the dirty work. Tune in as they check out the production, his story in comparison to American culture, and more this week Check out more here! Apple...

Duration:00:52:59

Freddie Gibbs - Pinata Thoughts

4/14/2021

“Might take a loss, but b**** I’d rather take my chances”, spits Freddie Gibbs on this weeks episode of the Rap Thought Podcast. Join Brandon and Matt as they run through the 2014 project “Piñata”, which chronicles Gibbs’ lifestyle of drug running, robbing and “Thuggin” as he survives the street life. Born in Indiana but claiming LA, Gibbs gives insight on how the game impacted his life, from stressing his mom out trying to make a living, to being disowned by his uncle as he made his way out...

Duration:01:09:28

Q-Tip - Amplified Thoughts

4/7/2021

This week on the rap thought pod, Matt and Brandon take a listen to Q-Tip’s “Amplified”. Being his first solo album outside of A Tribe Called Quest, the content took a slight turn from what people traditionally heard, but when it’s laid over those J-Dilla beats, how much does he or the content really stand out? Check all this and more as we cue up this “Vivrant Thing” this week Check out more here! Apple...

Duration:00:55:04

Jay-Z - Kingdom Thoughts

3/31/2021

I’m 2003, Jay-z called it quits with the Black Album and went out in a firestorm of bullets. However, it only took him three years to determine that he wasn’t ready to vacate his spot in the game, and returned with Kingdom Come. Now at “30 Something”, having done it all, what does he have to offer? A recurring theme is paying homage to the past to understand the present, and taking that up a few levels to build and secure a future for himself and his family. Check all this and more this...

Duration:01:17:15

Outkast - Atliens Thoughts

3/24/2021

When it comes to Outkast, arguably their most popular projects are Stankonia and Speakerboxxx/The Love Below. But what about that 96 project? This week, join the two dope boys on the rap pod cast as they tune into OutKast’s ATLiens. As big boi and Andre 3000 take you along the floors of the “Elevators” talking about coming up from the bottom, the struggles of trying to make a career in rap amongst other topics, they ask: “But they be making it seem that my music and crime are a team... but...

Duration:01:10:24

Boogie Down Productions - Criminal Thoughts

3/17/2021

Another week brings another “Word from our Sponsor”. Not just any words however, as we take a look at the “Poetry” coming out from “South Bronx”. This week on the Rap Thought Pod, Brandon and Matt cover Boogiedown Production’s “Criminal Minded.” Not only does the pod cover Blastmaster KRS-One’s impeccable poetic style, it only makes sense to cover the infamous bridge wars as well. Check that, all the “Dope Beats” and more this week. Check out more here! Apple...

Duration:00:55:53

Del The Funky Homosapien - No Need For Thoughts

3/10/2021

If you’re looking for some “Treats for the kiddies”, perhaps you’re in the “Wrong Place”. However, there’s “No Need for Alarm”, as the album title for this week’s episode suggests, as Matt and Brandon cover Del the Funky Homosapien. This Bay Area rap icon delivers this 1993 project in an upbeat and unique fashion that blasts wack emcees, stresses the importance of having confidence in your environment, and of course the despicable nature of “Boo booheads”. Check all this and more this...

Duration:00:57:44

Che Noir - As Thoughts Intended

3/3/2021

If you’re looking for an album that eloquently illustrates someone’s upbringing in a tough environment, while reflecting how it has influenced the person that they are today, it’s recommended that you “Follow the Wisdom” of this week’s artist featured on the Rap Thought Podcast, Che Noir. Perhaps this album is “As God Intended” (double entendre on purpose, hold your applause), but either way, Che kicks a lot of knowledge around the downside of being “Money Oriented”, where the focus should...

Duration:01:10:33

Eminem - Infinite Thoughts

2/24/2021

We all know The Slim Shady LP, The Eminem Show... most love MMLP and vehemently hate Revival. However, the one that doesn’t make a lot of conversations is Eminem’s 96’ project Infinite. It’s crazy to think that Em has dropped at least 2 projects in each decade since then, but what was the style like prior to his association with drugs? Tune in this week with Brandon and Matt as they take a look at this debut album, as Slim Shady explores the rap landscape with radio friendly lyrics in search...

Duration:01:04:01

3rd Bass - The Cactus Thoughts

2/17/2021

When a big team like the Beastie Boys leaves the home base of Def Jam Records, what does one do? Well, first up could be to turn to “3rd Bass” and see what “Words of Wisdom” Pete Nice, MC Serch and DJ Richie Rich can pitch to the masses. Join Matt and Brandon this week as they take a look at their 1989 project “The Cactus Album” and determine if the gang has the cactus, or are leaving people with the “gas face.” What does that even mean? Check that and more this week. Check out more...

Duration:01:07:33

Th1rt3en - A Magnificent Day for Thoughts

2/10/2021

What if we are all animals trapped within the cage that is our city? Cults are popping up holding oppressive values, and it’s up to us to to traverse the “Yellowbrick” road to sever the “Goat’s Head”, all with “triskaidekaphobia” lurking in the shadows. If all this and then some grabs your attention, perhaps “A Beautiful Day for an Exorcism” might be of interest. Along with his band Th1rt3en, this Pharoahe Monch project comes fresh out the gates of 2021 touching on material that’s been fresh...

Duration:01:12:49

Obie Trice - Cheers Thoughts

2/3/2021

Obie trice, real name no gimmicks, mixed with Brandon and Matt gives all thoughts, no limits. All rhymes aside, “Cheers” to another episode of the Rap Thought Pod as we cover this 03 project. With some of the big names that were dominant in this time frame, we look back at one of Eminem’s early produced albums, as well as Obie’s debut. Where does Trice fall lyrically now and then?how does this album hold up over time? Check all this and more this week. Check out more here! Apple...

Duration:01:06:34

Open Mike Eagle - Brick Body Thoughts Still Daydream

1/20/2021

This week on the Rap Thought Pod, we take a listen to Open Mike Eagle’s “Brick Body Kids Still Daydream “ (2017). It is an interesting take on his life growing up in the projects of Chicago, but with a little twist of some super hero elements. As he also provides the perspective of the buildings and their contributions to the lives of their inhabitants, OME provides a well rounded experience from creative angles depicting life in the “brick body complex”. Join us as we dive into this...

Duration:01:09:25

Tech N9ne - Anghellic Thoughts

1/13/2021

“Angelic” is defined in the dictionary as 1) relating to angels, and 2) exceptionally beautiful, innocent or kind. But what happens when you blend that with a “Tormented” and “Cursed” individual stuck in “Purgatory”? You get Anghellic by the “Sinister Tech” (N9ne). This 2001 album touches on the complex dichotomy of good and evil, as Tech struggles with his vices (sex, drugs, alcohol, etc.), while also trying to balance his personal life with his stage life. Tune in this week with Brandon...

Duration:01:19:55

Fredfades & Ivan Ave - Fruitful Thoughts

1/6/2021

This week’s episode lays our ears on a rapper/producer combination straight out of Norway, Fresfades and Ivan Aves. The 12 tracks that comprise the Fruitful album is a balanced blend of hip hop tracks and instrumentals referencing wanting the best for everyone around and providing for loved ones. Overall, it’s comprised of themes centered around being fruitful. Check our thoughts and more this week. Check out more here! Apple...

Duration:00:49:27