SHOTGUN THE AUX PODCAST
141 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago - ★★★★★ - 1 ratingShotgun The Aux is a Hip Hop Podcast based in the UK. From boom bap to trap, Tom, Rob, Mick, Ellie and Ash discuss their passion for Hip Hop culture, tackling various rap related topics, and deep dive into their favourite artists and albums, whilst also interviewing some of the most exciting talent within the scene.
Shotgun The Aux also serves as a platform to promote new music for up and coming artists who want to get their music heard by likeminded heads out there. You can find Shotgun The Aux on all social media platforms.
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Episodes
BIG DADDY RAP BEAST on UK Hip Hop, collecting cassettes, supporting Skinnyman and more
September 25, 2019 00:00 - 1 hour - 62.4 MBOn Episode 33 of Shotgun The Aux we are joined by Portsmouth based rapper: BIG DADDY RAP BEAST. *Disclaimer: This is the funniest episode we have ever recorded, so do not operate heavy machinery while listening* Who is Big Daddy Rap Beast you ask? Besides being a force of nature, a veteran of UK Hip Hop and a national treasure - Big Daddy is first and foremost true to his name: an absolute beast on the mic. We chat to Beast about how he first got into Hip Hop, his 10 year hiatus before re...
TenchoO on the evolution of battle rap, behind the scenes at Don’t Flop, Hip Hop inspiration and more
September 18, 2019 07:00 - 1 hour - 68.6 MBOn Episode 32 of Shotgun The Aux we are joined by Battle Rap Legend and Don’t Flop Champion: TenchoO. Few rappers can lay claim to mastering the art of emceeing in all of it's facets, freestyle, battle rap and written those who come to mind Lord Finesse, Big L, Biggie Smalls, Big Pun & Canibus would surely have no problem adding TenchoO to this short list. We chat to TenchoO about how he got into Hip Hop, winning his first battle at 18 years old and never looking back, his impeccable battl...
George Bucks on playing Nozstock, Sex Pistols, Morrisey tattoos, Boomtown and more
September 04, 2019 00:00 - 1 hour - 47.1 MBOn Episode 31 of Shotgun The Aux we are joined by Reading based Hip Hop artist: George Bucks. Bucks is one of those rare emcees who can seamlessly combine witty bars, hilarious punchlines and immense technical ability whilst not taking himself too seriously. The end result is an artist way older than his years making some of the most versatile Hip Hop to come out of the UK in recent years. We chat to Bucks about how he discovered his passion for music through punk and metal (citing The Sex...
Our Top 50 Rappers list with Skirmish
August 28, 2019 00:00 - 1 hour - 45.8 MBOn Episode 30 of Shotgun The Aux, Skirmish joins us once again to take on the monumental task of compiling our very own ‘Top 50 Rappers List’. Spoiler alert...it doesn’t go to plan. Originally we intended this to be a minisode, but that soon went out the window once we dived down the Hip Hop rabbit hole and went off on some wild tangents/rants. Expect little to zero structure, a few surprise choices, and a lot of laughs from this one. The episode also features a classic Rhyme Asylum joint....
MysDiggi on Low Life records, Fubar radio, Hip Hop legends and more
August 21, 2019 00:00 - 1 hour - 45.1 MBOn Episode 29 of Shotgun The Aux we are joined by UK Rap Legend MysDiggi. A seasoned lyricist and charismatically energetic live performer, MysDiggi (formerly known as Mystro) has built a reputation as one of the UK’s brightest and most consistent independent vocal talents, known for his refreshing versatility, uplifting stage presence and ingenuity for wordplay. We chat to MysDiggi about his journey into Hip Hop, pirate radio culture, his experience with Low Life Records, supporting and c...
Ash The Author on his new album with Ded Tebiase, supporting The Pharcyde, UK Hip Hop and more
August 14, 2019 00:00 - 1 hour - 55.4 MBOn Episode 28 of Shotgun The Aux we are joined by Reading based rapper: Ash The Author. As an emcee and as host of Hip Hop night ‘Holdin Court’, Ash has been steadily releasing music over the last couple of years, with co-signs from major players in Hip Hop including DJ Format, Glad2mecha and Mysdiggi. We chat to Ash about his latest album “APEX” with Bristol based producer Ded Tebiase, supporting legends such as The Pharcyde and Gift of Gab, the current state of UK Hip Hop, pivotal figure...
Prince Kong on J Hus, Paid In Full and The Wire | Top 3
July 31, 2019 00:00 - 12 minutes - 8.85 MBShotgun The Aux Top 3 is a new series where we get the run down on people's favourite album, film and series. A quick episode recorded after the podcast. This episode features Prince Kong.
Prince Kong on Don't Flop, Rum Committee, playing Glasto, messy nights with Dirty Dike and more
July 24, 2019 00:00 - 1 hour - 62.1 MBOn Episode 27 of Shotgun The Aux we are joined by Brighton based rapper; Prince Kong. Prince Kong has been involved in the UK scene for many years, notably as a member of Brighton Hip Hop collective Rum Committee, as a battle rapper and solo artist respectively. We chat to Kong about how he was introduced to Hip Hop through Cypress Hill, the formation of Rum Committee, messy nights making music with Dirty Dike, his involvement with Don’t Flop, the writing process behind his autobiographica...
Bear on Gang Starr, channelling autism and synesthesia and more
July 17, 2019 00:00 - 1 hour - 49 MBOn Episode 26 of Shotgun The Aux we are joined by Hove (kinda) based Hip Hop artist, Bear. Bear has worked behind the scenes in the music industry as a freelance producer and sound engineer for many years, and has been honing his skills as an emcee for as long as he can remember. As well as well established pop artists, he has worked with a multitude of UK heads including the dudes at Don’t Flop, Joker Starr, Micall Parknsun, and Pupils of The Clock to name a few. We chat to Bear about ...
Bear on Gang Starr, channelling autism and synesthesia and more
July 17, 2019 00:00 - 1 hour - 49 MBOn Episode 26 of Shotgun The Aux we are joined by Hove (kinda) based Hip Hop artist, Bear. Bear has worked behind the scenes in the music industry as a freelance producer and sound engineer for many years, and has been honing his skills as an emcee for as long as he can remember. As well as well established pop artists, he has worked with a multitude of UK heads including the dudes at Don’t Flop, Joker Starr, Micall Parknsun, and Pupils of The Clock to name a few. We chat to Bear about ...
Ric Flo on Jungle Brown, rap workshops, festivals, new music and more
July 10, 2019 00:00 - 1 hour - 53.8 MBOn Episode 25 of Shotgun The Aux we are joined by London based Hip Hop artist, Ric Flo. As one third of dynamic Hip Hop collective Jungle Brown, and as a solo artist respectively, Ric Flo is no stranger to the UK scene. His debut album, ‘A Boy Called Ric’, is a reflective journey about his life in foster care and has resonated greatly with the underrepresented and undervalued community. We chat to Ric Flo about how he got into making Hip Hop, his involvement in Rap Therapy workshops, t...
AyiTe on Soul Purpose, People Just do Nothing, UK Hip Hop and more
July 03, 2019 00:00 - 1 hour - 68.8 MBOn Episode 24 of Shotgun The Aux we are joined by East London rapper and producer, AyiTe. Inspired by the likes of Kano, Pharrell Williams, MF DOOM and Radiohead’s Thom Yorke, AyiTe is carving his own lane with his genre-bending sound. We chat to AyiTe about his exposure to Hip Hop from a young age, the formation of Hip Hop collective-turned-duo Soul Purpose, putting on the first live music showcase at The cHip sHop in Brixton, hosting his own radio show as well as past/current and futur...
Moo on UK Hip Hop, old vs new Kanye, Michael Jackson theories and more
June 26, 2019 00:00 - 1 hour - 64.6 MBOn Episode 23 of Shotgun The Aux we are joined by South Coast rapper Moo. Member of Bournemouth Hip Hop collective ‘The Shaolin Monkeys’; Moo is known for his unique flow and unorthodox approach to structuring bars, which make him stand out from other UK rappers. We chat to Moo about how he got into rap through the likes of Dizzee Rascal and 2Pac, his views on the current state of UK Hip Hop, how he is partial to a bit of Afro Swing and Eva Cassidy, bad lyrics, documentaries with equally...
Mick Swagger on influences, the MPC, Boombap festival and more
May 29, 2019 00:00 - 1 hour - 40.6 MBOn Episode 22 of Shotgun The Aux we are joined by Basingstoke rapper Mick Swagger. Mick Swagger has always been huge Hip Hop head and has not long released his debut album Villianaire. We catch up with him to talk about how he got into music, how he taught himself how to use an MPC and the time he saw RA the Rugged Man at Boombap festival as well as much more! The episode also features the tracks 'Hulk Hogan' & 'Making Stones (feat. Hiarahki)'
Datkid on touring with Split Prophets, High Focus, Cruddy confessions and more!
May 22, 2019 00:00 - 1 hour - 37.9 MBOn Episode 21 of Shotgun The Aux we are joined by the one and only Crud Lord himself; Datkid. Recent signee to High Focus Records and member of prolific Bristol rap crew Split Prophets, Datkid is known for his unapologetically raw and braggadocious brand of rap which has seen his fan base grow all across the UK and overseas. We chat to Datty about recording his latest album ‘Confessions of a Crud Lord’ with UKHH legend Leaf Dog, features from Griselda Redords, how he got into Hip Hop, to...
Datkid on touring with Split Prophets, High Focus, Crud and more
May 22, 2019 00:00 - 1 hour - 37.9 MBOn Episode 21 of Shotgun The Aux we are joined by the one and only Crud Lord himself; Datkid. Recent signee to High Focus Records and member of prolific Bristol rap crew Split Prophets, Datkid is known for his unapologetically raw and braggadocious brand of rap which has seen his fan base grow all across the UK and overseas. We chat to Datty about recording his latest album ‘Confessions of a Crud Lord’ with UKHH legend Leaf Dog, features from Griselda Redords, how he got into Hip Hop, to...
Leo Wild (Judge Dread) on Grime, supporting Task Force and more
May 15, 2019 00:00 - 1 hour - 40.9 MBOn Episode 20 of Shotgun The Aux we are joined by Bournemouth Grime and Hip Hop artist; Leo Wild (aka Judge Dread). Member of Hip Hop collective ‘The Shaolin Monkeys’ and as a solo artist respectively, Leo Wild has been making music and rocking mics onstage for a long time and is known for his choppy flows and hard delivery. We chat to Leo about his passion for grime, some of his favourite artists in the game today, the Bournemouth grime scene, supporting a multitude of artists including...
Leo Wild (Judge Dread) on Grime, supporting Task Force and more
May 15, 2019 00:00 - 1 hour - 40.9 MBOn Episode 20 of Shotgun The Aux we are joined by Bournemouth Grime and Hip Hop artist; Leo Wild (aka Judge Dread). Member of Hip Hop collective ‘The Shaolin Monkeys’ and as a solo artist respectively, Leo Wild has been making music and rocking mics onstage for a long time and is known for his choppy flows and hard delivery. We chat to Leo about his passion for grime, some of his favourite artists in the game today, the Bournemouth grime scene, supporting a multitude of artists including...
Specifik on B-Line, graffiti, Public Enemy, UK Hip Hop and more
May 08, 2019 00:00 - 1 hour - 46.6 MBOn Episode 19 of Shotgun The Aux we are joined by Bournemouth based DJ and Producer; Specifik. Head of Bournemouth based record label B-Line Recordings, Specifik has made his mark on the local Hip Hop community over the years, working with a multitude of emcees, producers, b-boys, graff writers and other creative types from the scene. We chat to Specifik about how he got into making Hip Hop, the ethos behind the B-Line label, the Second to None crew, graffiti, supporting Public Enemy, the ...
Verbz on his album with Mr Slipz, trips to Berlin, Fubar radio, Australian Hip Hop and more
May 01, 2019 00:00 - 1 hour - 32.5 MBOn Episode 18 of Shotgun The Aux we are joined by Croydon based rapper Verbz. Verbz is one of the most exciting up and coming rappers to come out of the UK and is known for his effortless flow and introspective lyrics. We chat to Verbz about how he got into Hip Hop, his relationship with Brighton based producer and beat maker; Mr Slipz and creating one of the dopest albums to grace the UK scene in recent years - Lessons of Adolescence, trips to Berlin, Fubar radio, Australian Hip Hop, and...
Skirmish on Rhyme Asylum, the Guardian, his writing process and more
April 24, 2019 00:00 - 1 hour - 37.1 MB“Without R.A. there’s no way you can spell RAW!!” On Episode 17 of Shotgun The Aux we are joined by London based rapper Skirmish, formerly of Legendary Hip Hop crew Rhyme Asylum. Skirmish is known for his introspective lyrics and gritty delivery, and has always brought some heart to the otherwise Horror Core aesthetic that Rhyme Asylum are famous for. Born and raised in Sierra Leone, Skirmish moved to the UK when he was 10 years old, shortly after he met Possessed at school, and the rest...
Reydon (£ASY LIF£) on Uninvited Scandal, The Four Owls, honing his unique style, music videos on a shoestring budget and more
April 17, 2019 00:00 - 1 hour - 33.2 MBOn Episode 16 of Shotgun The Aux we are joined by Bournemouth Hip Hop artist; Reydon. Despite his young age, Reydon has been making noise on the UKHH scene for a minute, and is a force to be reckoned with, not only as a heavy spitter, but also as a live performer and song writer. We speak to Reydon about how he got into Hip Hop, going to see The Four Owls whilst being underage, developing his unique style and delivery over moody beats, rocking live shows with his £ASY LIF£ crew, shooting ...
Reign MC (aka Rai-Man) on writing, Don't Flop, grime clashes and more
April 10, 2019 00:00 - 1 hour - 38.8 MBOn Episode 15 of Shotgun The Aux, we are joined by Bournemouth Hip Hop and Grime artist; Reign MC (aka Rai-Man). Reign MC has been involved in the Bournemouth grime scene for a long time, and has made a name for himself over the years, not only as an extremely talented and versatile artist, but also as an accomplished battle rapper. We caught up with Reign to talk about what got him into writing bars, some of his influences, his Don’t Flop battles, forming his Hip Hop collective - The Sh...
Res One on Split Prophets, French rap, Green Brick records and more
April 03, 2019 00:00 - 1 hour - 40.8 MB“So what you know about 84?” On Episode 14 of Shotgun The Aux, we are joined by special guest - Bristol Hip Hop artist; Res One. Res One had been involved in the UK Hip Hop scene for many years now, releasing dope music prolifically with Split Prophets, Dutch Mob and as a solo artist respectively. We talked with Res about his journey into Hip Hop through the Bristol skate scene, the foundation and growth of Split Prophets as a Hip Hop collective, French Hip Hop, the story telling aspect...
Res One on Split Prophets, French rap, Green Brick records and more
April 03, 2019 00:00 - 1 hour - 40.8 MB“So what you know about 84?” On Episode 14 of Shotgun The Aux, we are joined by special guest - Bristol Hip Hop artist; Res One. Res One had been involved in the UK Hip Hop scene for many years now, releasing dope music prolifically with Split Prophets, Dutch Mob and as a solo artist respectively. We talked with Res about his journey into Hip Hop through the Bristol skate scene, the foundation and growth of Split Prophets as a Hip Hop collective, French Hip Hop, the story telling aspect...
Kurnel MC on New Zealand Hip Hop, playing festivals and more
March 27, 2019 01:00 - 1 hour - 34.6 MBOn Episode 13 of Shotgun The Aux, we are joined by New Zealand hip hop artist: Kurnel MC. We catch up with Kurnel about the cultural origins of Hip Hop in New Zealand, his journey to the UK and getting involved in the local scene, artists who have inspired him over the years, government funded music videos, playing the festival circuit and much more! This episode also features the exclusive track “Too Late” by Hipsta featuring Kurnel MC
Steve (Otherz Podcast) on Streetwear, meeting Pharrell and more
March 20, 2019 01:00 - 1 hour - 42 MBOn Episode 12 of Shotgun The Aux we are joined by our good friend Steve Penny, host of the Otherz Podcast. The Otherz Podcast is a weekly podcast run out of Finland, focusing on all things Pharrell Williams, N*E*R*D, The Neptunes, Star Trak, Billionaire Boys Club (BBC), Ice Cream and general Hip Hop discussion. Steve chats to us about how he got into Hip Hop, his epic Streetwear collection, his time spent in Queens with his cohost The King of Creamz (owner of the worlds biggest Pharrell s...
Cosm on supporting Wu Tang, remembering bars, obscure lyrics and more
March 13, 2019 01:00 - 1 hour - 33.3 MB“Since the baby grow, I’ve been built like an 80s phone” On Episode 11 of Shotgun The Aux, we caught up with Bournemouth rap legend; Cosm. Cosm has been doing his thing on the UK rap circuit for many years now, and is known for his layered lyrics peppered with mafia movie references, heavy hitting punchlines and his distinctive hard delivery. We chat to Cosm about what got him into rapping, the time he supported Wu Tang, how he memorises bars before a set, some of his influences (Sean Pri...
Bobby From Boogaloo on live shows, Dead Prez, Big Pun's son and more
March 06, 2019 01:00 - 1 hour - 33.9 MBOn Episode 10 of Shotgun The Aux we caught up with Hip Hop Events Manager; Bobby from Boogaloo. Bobby has been organising Hip Hop events under the name of Boogaloo for 7 years now, driven solely by his passion for Hip Hop and love for the UK scene. In this episode we spoke to Bobby about the logistics of setting up a live show, bizarre runner requests from Dead Prez, regional and obscure UK Hip Hop that deserves to be heard, the time he went to Nando’s with Big Pun’s son...and much more! ...
Music Videos
February 27, 2019 01:00 - 1 hour - 41.9 MBOn Episode 9 of Shotgun The Aux, the boys discuss some of the most iconic Hip Hop music videos of all time, prolific directors including the legendary Hype Williams, how a limited budget can push creative boundaries, award winning videos, controversial taboo-busting videos, animated videos, high-concept videos and much much more.
Mosik Rhymes on the Norwegian Hip Hop scene, rap culture and more
February 20, 2019 01:00 - 1 hour - 34.1 MBOn Episode 8 of Shotgun The Aux we are joined by our first ever guest; UK Hip Hop artist and Bournemouth native Mosik Rhymes. Mosik has been involved in the UK scene for many years now, has dropped a number of dope projects and has featured on radio on numerous occasions. We catch up with him to discuss how he got into making music, his involvement in the Norwegian Hip Hop scene over the past year, and his general love for the culture.
Hip Hop Beef
February 13, 2019 01:00 - 1 hour - 39.6 MB“What’s beef? Beef is when you need 2 gats to sleep” In this week’s episode, Aidan, Jake and Tom discuss some of the most iconic feuds to ever occur in Hip Hop. From The Bronx to Blackpool - “beef” has always existed in the scene on both sides of the pond.
Sampling
February 06, 2019 01:00 - 1 hour - 36.2 MBIn this week’s episode, Aidan, Jake and Tom discuss one of the most prominent (and at times controversial) components of Hip Hop: Sampling. Get ready to deep dive into the history of sampling as a contemporary art form, the inevitable legal complications sampling presents, and how even the most obscure records can be repurposed into pure dopeness.
Hip Hop Fashion Through The Eras (Part 2)
January 30, 2019 07:00 - 1 hour - 37.6 MBIn this weeks episode, join Aidan, Jake and Tom for Part 2 of their journey through Hip Hop Fashion Through the Eras, where they discuss modern trends, the influence of branding and the future of Streetwear.
Hip Hop Fashion Through The Eras (Part 1)
January 23, 2019 07:00 - 1 hour - 33.7 MBIn this week's episode, Aidan, Jake and Tom discuss the iconic brands and fashion trends that have gone hand in hand with Hip Hop culture since it was born in the Bronx.
UK Hip Hop VS US Hip Hop
January 20, 2019 00:00 - 1 hour - 29.6 MBIn this episode, Aidan, Jake and Tom discuss the differences and similarities between UK and US Hip hop.
UK Hip Hop VS US Hip Hop
January 20, 2019 00:00 - 1 hour - 29.6 MBIn this episode, Aidan, Jake and Tom discuss the differences and similarities between UK and US Hip hop.
Favourite Five
January 09, 2019 07:00 - 1 hour - 34.6 MBIn this episode, Aidan, Jake and Tom have a catch up and discuss some of their all time favourite albums.
Favourite Five
January 09, 2019 07:00 - 1 hour - 34.6 MBIn this episode, Aidan, Jake and Tom have a catch up and discuss some of their all time favourite albums.
An intro
January 01, 2019 22:00 - 1 hour - 27.8 MBAidan, Jake and Tom introduce themselves and their Podcast. They talk about music and streetwear whilst giving an expectation of what's to come.
An intro
January 01, 2019 22:00 - 1 hour - 27.8 MBAidan, Jake and Tom introduce themselves and their Podcast. They talk about music and streetwear whilst giving an expectation of what's to come.