Brooklyn Props Podcast

This week the crew welcomes Tommy and we talk rivalries. From the classic to the not so impressive, we talk about how battling is not what it used to be, the difference between beef and rivals and whether Nicki Minaj could hang with Jean Grae in a battle. We also discuss the Forbes' list of the highest paid musicians of 2012, Kendrick Lamar, Celtics vs. Nets and a possible Cannibal Ox reunion.

This episode features producer Andrew Kelley, fresh from the left coast where he was with the RZA, working on the Man with the Iron Fist soundtrack. He shares with us his experience working with The Abbot, as well as other members of the Wu. We go behind the scenes and get into how albums get put together, how guest appearances get done, how emcees can better prepare for sessions and what is up with vinly sales. We also talk Titty Boi vs. 2 Chainz, hurricane preparations and Kendrick Lamar. **Please Note there are moments during the podcast where the audio from the music overwhelms the audio from the voices. We apologize for the inconvenience and promise to limit future occurrances. 

We got the crew back, talking Brooklyn Nets and New York Comic Con. We preview the new Barclays Center, review what went down during our recent trip to a Brooklyn Nets preseason game and talk nerd culture. We also let loose on Kreayshawn, Russian billionaires and ask the age old question, who spends the most money rappers or pro athletes.

We return with a special episode featuring 2/3 of the Effwhutuheard crew. We talk about their podcast, how they got their start and compare regional hip-hop scenes. We are also joined by upcoming emcee Mr. Philips and get into old vs. new hip-hop, the mechanics of rhyming and drop a couple of poorly engineered freestyle sessions (my bad). Be sure to check out the fellas at Effwhutuheard and Mr. Phillips.

This week the crew is joined by poet Maxwell Berger. We talk spoken word as sport, life as inspiration and the link between hip-hop and poetry.  We do a 'classic' reading of  a classic hip-hop verse, go H.A.M. on H.A.M. and Maxwell blesses us with one of his latest spoken word pieces. Plus we got accents!

The crew is back and it's all about the Olympic Games. We talk water sports, fencing, Asian hair and the Swedish House Mafia. We also get into a bit of skateboarding with homie Eby Ghafarian of Naysayer Skateboards. Go Team!

The crew is joined by Tommy and Daniel, two 'hip-hop heads' and we discuss what it means to be a hip-hop fan, how fans have changed and advice for younger hip-hop fans on how to be official. We also get into the Lord Finesse lawsuit, business management and MC Shy-D. Shouts to notjustnoise.com!

In honor of the 4th of July, the crew talks about independent hip-hop record labels. We highlight independent music from the past and talk about the current state of indy hip-hop. Listen as we play songs you may not have heard in years or ever! We also get into a "name that tune" game using independent singles towards the end. There are two technical glitches during this episode....blame it on the alcohol.

The crew is joined by prop master Mari Zazzaro. We go in on Spotify, then talk to Mari about how she got started in movies, her commercial work, union vs. non-union work and the wonders of Craigslist. Movies, music and lots of tequila. Who else is holding it down like this! 

On this episode the crew previews summer movies, summer television, upcoming music releases and summer concerts. It is our most 'crossover' show yet. We also give some poignant travel tips, drink recipes and still find time to make fun of Chris Brown. 

Blis plays and comments on songs released during May and June that you may have missed. This edition features songs by El-P, Killer Mike, OC & Apollo Brown, REKS, Punchline & DJ Soulclap, Wordsworth, Oddisee, Clams Casino, 1982 (Statike Selektah & Termanology) and Oh No. Lay off them energy drinks and expensive fruit juices and buy some music. Support hip-hop.

The crew is joined by photographer Kris Graves. We talk to him about his start, working at the Guggenheim, curating exhibits and what inspires his work. Plus we talk GZA vs. cucumbers, Griddy vs. Pat Ron and we get into the Nicki vs. everyone debate.

This episode is about summer jams or hip-hop songs that broke during the summer. We talk about Kanye West and his knack for charting songs during the summer months, get into some Don Henley and then run through two decades of hip-hop summer jams - game show style. Bonus points if you can beat Griddy!

The crew is joined by Andrew Kelley, Senior Art Director for Koch/eOne Music. He's also an A&R and one hell of a producer. He talks about getting his start at Rawkus, what Fat Beats meant to NYC, recording some of the hardest emcees in the game and working with guys like The RZA and Lil Fame. Drew is so official!

We are joined by writer/editor Meghan Ahearn who discusses her work with Photo District News, a trade publication for professional photogs. Topics include the business of photography, advice for new photagraphers and Gordan Parks' moustache.

On this Afterhours edition of the podcast we are joined by Chef Hec D and Marqueezy and talk about what defines a New York Sports Fan. Is it attitude? Knowledge? History? Find out as we talk New York City fandom, compare it to sports fans from the South and find new ways to make fun of Tampa sports teams. 

The crew talks about the past, present and future of radio. We also remeber MCA, try to remain supportive of the Knicks and talk about our own experiences as radio djs. It is our most informative podcast yet.

We play 10 songs you may have missed from the months of March and April. Featured artists include: Wu-Block, Gensu Dean, Showbiz & AG,  Actual Proof, Quakers, De La Soul's Plug 1 & Plug 2, Iron Solomon, Capital STEEZ, yU and Danny Brown.

The crew is joined by Hardboiled Records owner/check writer Charlie B. Topics include whose the best producer, which emcee is about to blow and the international hip-hop scene. Plus No ID, a Yankees preview and Bobby Brown. It's afterhours, so anything goes!

It's Spring Break at Brooklyn Props and we getting it in! We play some of our favorite Spring Break songs and talk old school Florida, liquor vs. pills, strip clubs, bass music and golf.