On this special episode, Busta Rhymes comes through the trap to tell us about his new album but first he tells the story of the birth of hip hop in the way only Busta can! https://ele2.bustarhymesuniverse.com/ Karlous, DC and Chico get into some of Busta's most iconic moments in our culture. All the way back to leaders of the new school to his film appearances on films like Higher Learning, the squad breaks it all down. Busta gets into WooHaa! and how he crafts his famous intro adlibs and Busta breaks down his process and he shows love to some of his favorite rappers that are female like - Rah Digga, Rapsody, and Lauryn Hill. Spliff Starr is also in the building and Busta shares the story of their friendship, how it came to be and what's been keeping it going. Busta's style of rapping is unique and tells the story of his rap battle with Jay-z who was also rapping fast at the time. Busta's history lesson goes all the way back to Dancehall culture and he recognizes the influence of Shabba Ranks, Professor Nuts, Ninja Man and others and explains where he found the inspiration for some of his own elements of showmanship. Busta breaks down how Chris Lighty started Violator records and how many of the record labels we've come to know were birthed. Plus, Busta shares the stories of making music and music videos with the queens, Mariah Carey and Janet Jackson. This is the coldest podcast!
Iman Shumpert in the Trap!
NBA champion Iman Shumpert pulled up the podcast dolo to talk about how he's living his hoop dreams and how the coronavirus has impacted NBA life. Plus he shares some stories of competing and winning with stars like Lebron James and Kobe Bryant. DC Young Fly, Karlous Miller and Chico Bean post up with the 6'6 nba star and they go down too many hilarious rabbit holes of conversation. Plus Iman explains how Teyana Taylor collaborate creatively on making music and art. Plus he talks about his new music project he's working on and he breaks down his history as an artist. Sit back and learn something from one the coolest players in the game!
Lil Duval in The Trap!
Lil Duval has got a lot of wisdom and he pulled up to the trap with Karlous Miller and Dc Young Fly to share his gems from life. He's a stand-up comedian, singer, and one of the most interesting people on the planet. Lil Duval shares stories from the Chitlin Circuit and shares the sacrifices he made to make his way in the game. Lil Duval explains how he's been maneuvering so well in the pandemic and the great philosopher from Jacksonville expounds on the idea that "you can't do nothin when you nuttin" The squad catches up with the news and takes a look at Andre 3000 poppin up with the flute everywhere. Plus, Karlous Miller looks back at Lil Duval's classic comedy night Trippin on Tuesdays in Atlanta, Georgia. All Lil Duval does is make hits like Nasty, Smile Bitch and many more! Lil Duval and Karlous Miller get into Black Men Don't Cheat and Lil Duval explains how he comes up with his hit songs and breaks down in detail how he came up with Smile Bitch! This week's episode if brought to you by our generous sponsors: hellofresh.com/85south80 draftkings.com/85south betterhelp.com/85south