LIVE From The Basement
388 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsLive From The Basement is on a quest to shine a light on the musical and cultural background behind hip-hop.
We have been producing our podcast for over 13 years independently sharing a multi-textural show focusing on several aspects of hip-hop culture and discussion.
With an ever increasing passion and dedication, Live From The Basement still aims to feature thought-provoking, fun and insightful content bridging the gaps between music, culture and lifestyle.
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Episodes
The Disaster | Episode 77
May 29, 2018 19:29 - 1 hour - 62.5 MBComplete disaster, but its fine. Enjoy the show! This episode we talked Childish Gambino, Kanye West and tried some new brew!
Where They At Doe? | Episode 75
April 16, 2018 21:48 - 1 hour - 103 MBTheyre right here! Episode 75!! This episode we talk about some of our recent trips, try some new brew and check the new Phonte album No News Is Good News. Lets check it out!>
The Return | Episode 74
April 05, 2018 17:11 - 1 hour - 79.1 MB“Never on schedule, but always on time.” We’re back! The stashbox was ready, and 6ix9ine’s Day69 is up for Blend it or Bump it! Let’s see how it goes!!
The Next Episode | Episode 73
March 03, 2018 17:25 - 1 hour - 68.4 MBHere’s Episode 73, second part of the long, and abruptly ended (sorry about that) Episode 72. Hope you all enjoy it and we can’t wait to get back to the basement again!!
The Distance. | Episode 72
February 17, 2018 19:45 - 2 hours - 115 MBLet's get this thing going again! Here's Episode 72 which we recorded back in May.
Playlist: Biggie Remixes | Episode 71
May 26, 2017 15:16 - 27 minutes - 25.6 MBJust a few short days after Notorious BIGs birthday (May 21), heres a playlist of dope remixes to celebrate! Happy 45th Big we miss you!
Playlist: Happy. | Episode 70
May 18, 2017 14:38 - 32 minutes - 31.2 MBThis week everything is amazing and I wanted to share some music with you that reflected that. Hope you all enjoy this! -Mack Episode Playlist: Koncept & McNasty – “Gone” Flawless Real Talk – “Intruder” Quartermaine – “Get Me Down” Gizelle (@GizzyWorldWide) – “Shine” (cover) Buddy – “Shine” Nef The Pharaoh – “On My Way” Abhi The Nomad – “The Last Supper” PJ – “Nickles & Dimes” Big K.R.I.T. – “K.R.I.T. 4E...
Commentary: April Twenty Ninth | Episode 69
May 10, 2017 16:19 - 32 minutes - 30.1 MBLast week marked the 25th Anniversary of the acquittal of the four officers who beat Rodney King and the Los Angeles riots. JMack recounts his memories of that day. Episode Playlist: * King Los ft. Marsha Ambrosius – “War” * Bobby Sessions – “Black America” * J. Dilla – “F*** The Police” * 2Pac – “Crooked N*** Too” (QB Remix) * James Watts ft AP – “The Other Side”
On The Patio | Episode 68
May 01, 2017 20:40 - 1 hour - 59.5 MBGrab a couple cold ones and sit on the patio at the local bar with us. Has Kendrick Lamar reached "GOAT" status? Also, K.Dot vs. 2Pac, Beyonce&'s longevity, the Facebook Live shooter and more.
Album Review: Damn. | Episode 67
April 24, 2017 18:55 - 29 minutes - 27.2 MBOur review of Kendrick Lamar’s latest album "DAMN" as we were rollin in the car. What we're your thoughts on the album? Episode Playlist: * Cadillac Freeze “This Feeling” * Freeway ft. Dave East “Hold The Fort” * Gods'Illa ft. Stic Man of Dead Prez “Plugged” * Anik Khan “Kites”
The B-Side | Episode 66
April 17, 2017 21:14 - 37 minutes - 34.5 MBMack forgot to stop recording on Episode 64, here's a little piece of what happens in The Basement when recording stops with a playlist of tracks at the end! Enjoy! Episode Playlist: * Matt Citron - “New Reign” * Wuntayk Timmy - “Regular” * Gold Link - “New Black” (Shagabond Remix) * Freddie Gibbs - “Andrea” * Dizzy Wright - “Wanna Remind You”
Playlist: Peanuts | Episode 65
April 10, 2017 19:06 - 28 minutes - 26.5 MBA random conversation about the love and relationships within the Peanuts cartoon.
Goodbye 2016 | Episode 64
April 03, 2017 21:52 - 1 hour - 60.2 MBBlame it on 2016. The episode is dropping four months later. Back to our regularly scheduled programming. Here's episode 64, we talk about 2016, some of our favorite and most disliked albums of the year as well as a review of The Lox new album (which was new at the time) "Filthy America .... It's Beautiful".
Happy Christmahannukwanzadan | Episode 63
January 03, 2017 17:09 - 54 minutes - 49.7 MBIt's the annual holiday episode and Major, Mack and Martin were in the Basement! This episode we talked about 2016 XXL Freshmen class, the holidays and we reviewed an album we missed this year, Smoke DZA and Pete Rock's "Don't Smoke Rock" album. Happy Christmahannukwanzadan y'all! Episode Playlist: * Gold Link - "Gold Links Flow" * Cadillac Freeze - "Ladies Love Kool James" * Lalo Lloyd ft. Mia - "That Part" Remix
Rewind: Let’s Just Be Honest | Episode 62
December 19, 2016 18:58 - 1 hour - 58 MBDue to a snow storm we didn't have Major in the basement this week. So JMack took the opportunity to address a LOT of feedback we've been getting regarding the J.Cole "4 Your Eyez Only" album review he and MOLA1 did in the last episode, Episode 61. In this rewind episode, we go back to August, 2013 to Episode 215 of the HoodHype Podcast featuring an interview with one of our favorites, Midaz The Beast. Hope you enjoy it! Episode Playlist: * Sikai - "Horoscopes For Real N**...
The Emperor’s Folded Clothes | Episode 61
December 12, 2016 19:28 - 1 hour - 67.3 MBThis episode JMack & MOLA1 are in the basement. We talk about J.Cole's new album "4 Your Eyez Only", Shia Labouf's diss track and we play a new game we like to call "Rap Roulette". Welcome back! Episode Playlist: Notorious BIG - “10 Crack Commandments” Remix Nipsey Hussle ft. Freeway & Cuzzy Capone - " Fucc Em'" Brass Tracks ft. Sinatra & Alexander Lewis - “Let Me Put This Cup Down” Koda The Friend - "Sunny Day Music"
RAPRAPRAPRAP | Episode 60
December 04, 2016 06:31 - 49 minutes - 45.2 MBA playlist full of an HOUR of RAP, RAP and more RAP. New full episode the whole team coming soon! Episode Playlist: * Joyner Lucas ft. Busta Rhymes - "Jumanji" * K.A.A.N. x Logic ft. Castro - "Disgusting Kaancepts" (Remix) * Sam Gellaitry- "Arriba" (Lege Kale Remix) * Amine - "Caroline" * Elujay w/ Just Rese - "EBMUD" * Cadillac Freeze - "Ladies Love Kool James" * Freddie Gibbs - "Red Blooded" * Slum Village ft....
Breaks | Episode 59
November 24, 2016 20:00 - 1 hour - 79.8 MBIt’s a messy one. We hope you have fun with it! We’ll be back soon enough!
Playlist: MOAR | Episode 58
September 22, 2016 19:42 - 26 minutes - 24.3 MBBack at it with a VERY important announcement for all of you! LET’S GO! Episode Playlist: * Sean Price – “Rap Professor” * Flawless Real Talk – “Tax Season” * Audio Push ft. Musiq Soulchild – “Praise You” * Yelawolf ft. Ben Hameen – “Soul Everyday” * Larry Fisherman ft. Cee Lo – “We” * Koncept – “Time To Go”
Our Visit to The Art Of Rap Festival | Episode 57
September 02, 2016 18:02 - 32 minutes - 29.9 MBWe checked out the last stop of the Art of Rap Festival in Detroit. It wasn’t what we expected. Check out the YouTube Video here, and listen to the episode in the Podcast! Episode Playlist: * Grandmaster Flash & The Furious 5 – “Superrappin'” * EPMD – “Crossover” * Naughty By Nature – “Everything’s Gonna Be Alright” * Mobb Deep – “Survival Of The Fittest” * Ice-T – “6 In The Mornin'” * Public Enemy – “Don’t Believe The Hype”
Playlist: Summer Madness | Episode 56
August 03, 2016 19:48 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MBWe put together another playlist episode with a chill summer vibe to calm that “Summer Madness”. More episodes EVERY week!
The Wall | Episode 55
July 21, 2016 22:28 - 52 minutes - 48.2 MBWe dive deeper into the topic about the “hip-hop wall” and creating a manifesto for a new genre of rap.
Snap Judgement | Episode 54
July 12, 2016 18:07 - 50 minutes - 46 MBThis week we talk about SnapChat, the Joe Budden vs. Drake Beef, and putting up a wall up on the Canadian border.
Playlist: BBQ Boogie Volume 2 | Episode 53
June 30, 2016 16:18 - 34 minutes - 31.8 MBWe put together another installment of some of our favorite joints to have playing in the background when you're having a barbecue! It's our second installment of the BBQ Boogie! You can check out volume 1 on Episode 205 over at HoodHype!
Interview: Grandmaster Caz | Episode 52
June 23, 2016 17:49 - 27 minutes - 25.2 MBThe opportunity to speak to one of the most influential legends in hip-hop is one of the highest honors in this culture. So when we had the opportunity to speak with one of the greats we gave him a call. Grandmaster Caz of The Cold Crush Brothers was not only one of the very first MC’s to ever start actually writing his rhymes for his songs, but he was also THE first ghost writer in hip-hop music. We talked to Caz about all of these things, his experience working with Macklemore and the earl...
Playlist: Instrumentalizm | Episode 51
June 07, 2016 06:07 - 26 minutes - 24 MBHeres another bangin’ playlist episode full of some dope instrumentals for you to vibe out to all week! Also, Major’s Question of the Week: “In hip-hop, who’s death would have the biggest impact on you?” Episode Playlist: * !llmind – “Prometheus” * TEK.LUN – “That’s What Makes it Hip Hop” * R-kay – “No Strings Attached” * OCTOBR — “Sleepyhead” * Ebrahim x Häzel — “Zilch” * Mikos Da Gawd — “Arpee” * Teemid — “I.N.Y.L. (Lik...
Review: Chance The Rapper vs Big KRIT | Episode 50
June 01, 2016 20:42 - 49 minutes - 45.4 MBLive From The Basement on the road this episode! We started off reviewing Chance The Rapper‘s highly anticipated album “Coloring Book” and ended up on Big KRIT‘s previously released “It’s Better This Way“. What are your thought’s on these two albums? Episode Playlist Chance The Rapper – “Coloring Book” * Chance The Rapper ft. Kanye West & Chicago – “All We Got” * Chance The Rapper ft. Lil Wayne & 2 Chainz – “No Problem” * Chance The Rapper ft. Jere...
Review: Chance vs KRIT | Episode 50
June 01, 2016 18:00 - 49 minutes - 44.9 MBLive From The Basement on the road this episode! We started off reviewing Chance; highly anticipated album “Coloring Book” and ended up on Big KRIT‘s previously released “It’s Better This Way“. What are your thought’s on these two albums?
Off The Leash | Episode 49
May 24, 2016 18:32 - 1 hour - 55.6 MBMajor gets personal and talks about his recent separation, his new adventures and how he’s “Off The Leash”. Episode Playlist: * Big KRIT & Warren G – “No Static” * Royce Da 5’9″ ft. K.Young – “Misses” * DJ Quik ft. Shy Carter – “A New Nite (Rosecrans Groove)”
Interview: Parrish Smith of EPMD | Episode 48
May 18, 2016 19:08 - 32 minutes - 29.5 MBHere’s an INTERVIEW EPISODE for this week featuring an interview with Parrish Smith (aka PMD) of EPMD! We had a lot of fun talking with Parrish about his history with hip-hop, some of his tour stories as well as the future of EPMD, with some great music from the era throughout the episode. Twitter: @PMDofEPMD Instagram: @pmd_mic_doc Episode Playlist: * EPMD – “Underground” * EPMD – “Please Listen To My Demo” * DAS EFX – “They Want Efx” ...
Respeck It! | Episode 47
May 10, 2016 23:02 - 57 minutes - 52.3 MBThis episode we talked about the infamous Birdman visit to the Breakfast Club and Drake’s “Views from the 6” for a minute. Also this week, the return of the Stash Box and we talk Tidal and the effects of holding content hostage! Episode Playlist: Nipsey Hussle – “Ocean Views” Nicholas May ft. Jared Evan – “StillStanding” Havoc + Alchemist ft. Method Man – “Buck 50’s” Advertisement Are you sick and tired of paying cellphone bills? Tired of ...
Playlist: You Ready? | Episode 46
May 03, 2016 20:04 - 35 minutes - 32.1 MBYou asked, we’re delivering. Here’s a new playlist episode full of some great music with heart to get you through the week! Rock out and get in the groove with JMack this episode! Episode Playlist: * Joyner Lucas – “Panda” (Remix) * Bobby Sessions – “Black Neighborhood” * Sugar Tongue Slim – “Radio Activity” * Torae – “What’s Love” * C.L. Smooth ft. Skyzoo & DJ Devastate – “Perfect Timing” (Max I Million Remix) * Kipp Stone – “Cu...
A Tribute to Prince | Episode 45
April 27, 2016 15:27 - 25 minutes - 23.2 MBWe put together a few words and songs as we mourn the loss of a musical legend and celebrate his life and incredible influence to music across all genres. This episode is dedicated to the Purple One. Rest in Power Prince.
Commentary: Organized Noize | Episode 44
April 19, 2016 21:52 - 48 minutes - 44.2 MBThis episode we dissect QD3 & FlavorUnit’s new flick “The Art of Organized Noize“, a documentary about the musical career of one of the most prolific music production crews of all time, Organized Noize. We also took this opportunity to get a young listener on the show to talk about his music choices in 2016. As always, drop us a comment or hit us up on twitter, facebook or email!
Evolution | Episode 43
April 12, 2016 16:51 - 37 minutes - 34 MBThis episode we discuss what’s next. We’ve been producing and releasing this show for over 10 years and we’ve decided to take it back to the earlier days. To when we wouldn’t take ourselves so seriously and have more fun. It’s been one hell of a ride and it wouldn’t have been as amazing as it’s been had it not been for everyone who has worked on this show, and more importantly all of you who have downloaded, listened, called, emailed, tweeted and supported us over the years. We ...
Episode #67 Part 2
April 11, 2016 09:07 - 1 hour - 81.3 MBJust added to this feed April 11, 2016, this is the second of a two-part episode, Episode #67 we released back on July of 2008 featuring an interview with Bishop Lamont. We released it on the blog but never dropped it on the feed. Wow. Hope you enjoy the memories yall!
What Now? | Episode 42
March 15, 2016 22:13 - 35 minutes - 32.4 MBThis episode we showed up, we pushed some buttons and talked about some things. Hope you like it.
Ageless| Episode 41
February 16, 2016 22:34 - 1 hour - 105 MBAre you getting too old? Let’s talk about age, Steve Harvey’s mistakes and Logic’s album “The Incredible True Story”.
Goodbye 2015| Episode 40
January 05, 2016 17:49 - 1 hour - 104 MBWe bid farewell to 2015, some of our favorite show moments, Steve Harvey, a debate over Complex’s latest list of rappers and more!
The Pain | Episode 39
November 25, 2015 17:34 - 1 hour - 77.3 MBThis episode we discussed the painful Keith Murray battle with Fredro Starr, checked out The Game – The Documentary 2 for Blend It or Bump It and more! Download it and check it out!
The Hip-Hop Draft ft Interview with Wes Jackson | Episode 38
November 05, 2015 20:49 - 1 hour - 89.5 MBThis episode we talked about the Drake & Future album. We also spoke with Brooklyn Bodega‘s Wes Jackson to talk about his article aimed at a Complex magazine writer’s blog post disparaging true hip-hop heads. Also this episode we started our first Hip-Hop Draft, reviewed Jay Rock’s 90059 album and more!
Dre’s Ghost ft Interview w/ "The Glove" Taylor | Episode 37
October 27, 2015 20:38 - 1 hour - 91 MBMajor, JMack and Mola1 sit down and have a convo with one of the unsung heroes of West Coast hip-hop, former DJ to Ice-T and right-hand man to Dr. Dre, Chris “The Glove” Taylor. This was by far one of the most enlightening interviews we’ve had. Also this episode, Hip-Hop Essentials and odd couples in hip-hop. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Dre’s Ghost ft Interview with "The Glove" Taylor | Episode 37
October 27, 2015 20:38 - 1 hour - 89.5 MBMajor, JMack and Mola1 sit down and have a convo with one of the unsung heroes of West Coast hip-hop, former DJ to Ice-T and right-hand man to Dr. Dre, Chris “The Glove” Taylor. This was by far one of the most enlightening interviews we’ve had. Also this episode, Hip-Hop Essentials and odd couples in hip-hop.
The Questions | Episode 36
October 14, 2015 19:32 - 1 hour - 82.4 MBMajor wasn’t in this week so JMack and MOLA1 decided to hang out in the basement and go through some of our favorite interviews over the past 10 years of the show. Interviews this episode included Daz Dillinger, Sean Price, Billy Corbin Director of Cocaine Cowboys, Bishop Lamont, Raphael Saadiq (kinda), Joe Budden, Stat Quo, Buck Shot, Killer Mike, Treach and AZ. Check it out, let us know what your favorites were!
Rap Wordz with Friends | Episode 35
October 01, 2015 19:06 - 1 hour - 77 MBWe’ve taken rap lyrics from your favorite songs, and turned them into plain, proper English. We also talked about Macklemore paying respect to the classics and we reviewed Scarface’s new album Deeply Rooted. Review this album and play Rap Wordz with Friends with us!
Live From The Basement: Kanye for President | Episode 34
September 24, 2015 18:57 - 1 hour - 98.4 MBThis week we ask you what hip-hop biopic do YOU want to see? We picked ours and discussed them too! We also went in on the MTV Video Music Awards and of course you know we had to talk about Kanye’s rant. Also this episode it was time for our hip-hop essentials, this time we picked essential mixtapes! What are some of your essential picks? --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/livethebasement/support
Live From The Basement: Ye for President | Episode 34
September 24, 2015 18:57 - 1 hour - 97.4 MBThis week we ask you what hip-hop biopic do YOU want to see? We picked ours and discussed them too! We also went in on the MTV Video Music Awards and of course you know we had to talk about Ye's rant. Also this episode it was time for our hip-hop essentials, this time we picked essential mixtapes! What are some of your essential picks?
Compton ft Interview with MC Ren of NWA | Episode 33
September 15, 2015 01:01 - 2 hours - 153 MBThis week, we spun tracks from the West Coast, review of the Straight Outta Compton movie, Dr. Dre’s Compton Soundtrack for Blend It or Bump It, and we had a special guest interview with none other than NWA’s own MC Ren!
What’s Beef? | Episode 32
September 02, 2015 22:11 - 2 hours - 110 MBThis week we discussed all things beef. From Meek Mill vs. Drake to Ghost vs. Action Bronson, we picked each apart, threw it on the barbecue and sliced it up into delicious edible pieces for you to enjoy. Also this episode, to keep the beef theme going, we put together a special hip-hop essentials for you and selected our top three essential hip-hop diss tracks of all time! Bon apetit!
What’s Number One? | Episode 31
July 31, 2015 16:17 - 1 hour - 88 MBThis week we discuss what makes a #1 record (in light of Joey Bada$$ twitter comments), we also played a game to see if we could tell the difference between three mediocre beers, and we reviewed A$AP Rocky’s sophomore effort “At. Long. Last. ASAP” for Blend It or Bump It. Of course you know we also have some GREAT new music! Download episode 31 and get in on the convo!