Rap Radar Podcast

Mack Wilds is the hardest working man in show business. Not only is he starring in the upcoming VH1 series The Breaks, but this spring, he'll begin filming the new Fox series, Shots Fired. But make no mistake, music is still Mack's passion and he's ready to follow up his fantastic debut, New York: A Love Story. Over cups of champagne, Mack speaks on acting roles, Michael Jackson, SaLaAM ReMi, meeting Michael Jordan, joining Roc Nation, The Wire, and so much more.

Thanks to Fat Joe and Remy Ma, The Bronx will have a new tale this summer. After reconciling, the former Terror Squad members are set to release their debut collabo, Platas o Plomo. Led by the irresistible single "All The Way Up", the duo are poised to recapture the magic of the TS' glory days. In our longest interview yet, the tandem speak on collaborating, incarcerations, Big Pun, DJ Khaled, past beefs, Jay Z, Love & Hip-Hop, Market America, finances, favorite records, and more! The BX is in the building!

It's him! Since the release of his excellent TRAPSOUL, Bryson Tiller has earned his spot as the hottest name in R&B. In fact, the Kentucky native is so in demand that he recently added another date to his sold out Radio City Music Hall concerts this April. But before taking over Manhattan again, Pen Griffey is here to talk about his meteoric rise, Drake, fame, songwriting process, fatherhood, grind, and burning down his grandmother's home.

Yo Gotti's got social media going nuts. On the heels of the biggest record of his career, "Down In The DM," Mr. Memphis is ready to unleash his new album, The Art of Hustle. Offline, the Pyrex King is bringing fans to his hometown and sharing his family ties in the Born Hustler documentary. During a pitstop in New York, Gotti speaks on his longevity, recent success, collaborators, finances and much more.

Harlem's on the rise and Dave East is at the forefront of the NY rap scene. Following the release of his excellent mixtape, Hate Me Now, East is jacking for beats with his weekly Eastmix series. But when he's not commandeering instrumentals, the Uptown rookie is lending verses for Trey Songz, Meek Mill, and Fabolous. Along with his manager Wayno, East talks about his impact, signing with Nas, family upbringing, fatherhood, perception and so much more.

It's been a busy 2016 for Anderson .Paak. 48 hours ago, the Cali native announced that he signed to Dr. Dre's legendary label, Aftermath Entertainment. A few weeks earlier, he released his fantastic indie offering, Malibu. Before embarking on the European leg of his Off The Ground tour, Anderson talks about working with the Doc, Compton contributions, DJ Premier, writing process, family, and more. Yes Lord!

For over two decades, super producer Timbaland has been one of the game's most celebrated hit makers. But instead of resting on his laurels, Timbo is adding on to his legacy with the release of his memoir The Emperor of Sound, King Stays King mixtape, and executive role on the hit series Empire. Joined by his artists Blaze and Tweezie, Tim discusses his latest ventures, maturity, "Big Pimpn'" lawsuit, Jay-Z, reconciling with Rick Ross, Pharrell, Missy Elliott, Justin Timberlake, Bryson Tiller, Tink, and lots more!

As part of the DJ collective The Aphilliates, DJ Drama and Don Cannon have been instrumental in breaking new talent. Enter the duo's latest prospect, North Philly fire-starter Lil Uzi Vert, whose mixtape Luv Is Rage is igniting a new generation of hip-hop fans. While in New York, the triumvirate discuss their partnership, Drama and Cannon's infamous mixtape raid, Drake reference track controversy, and tons more.

For nearly two decades, Terrace Martin's been the bridging gap of jazz and rap. Thanks to his work on Kendrick Lamar's critically-acclaimed To Pimp A Butterfly, the Los Angeles native is up for several Grammy Awards including album of the year. While putting the finishing touches on his upcoming project Velvet Portraits, Terrace speaks on his relationship with Kendrick and TDE, Jay Leno, YG, Diane Warren, Tru Life and so much more.

Uncle Murda has never been one to hold his tongue. The Brooklyn underground rap vet is on a career high with his clever no holds barred recap of 2015 and a fresh new collaboration with Future. In vivid detail, Murda talks about signing with Jay-Z and LA Reid, being managed by Chris Lighty, the real story being shot, battles with police and much more. Plus he weighs in on our Rap Radar Lists.

Whether you love him or hate him, Troy Ave has been a strong force in the NY rap scene for the past few years. Days after releasing his new mixtape, White Christmas 3, Troy, along with his manager Hovain and BSB Records artist Young Lito, reflect on their banner year, media scrutiny, family, diligence, relationships, endorsements, criticism, and so much more. Powder!

The past few weeks have been lit for Dreamville's Bas. Coming off the heels of the label's Revenge Of The Dreamers 2, he and his labelmates took over New York City with three bar crawl shows. Not to be outdone, the Queens native is also set to release his Too High To Riot in early 2016. Before retreating to LA, Bas talks about Dreamville's impact, Dame Dash, J.Cole, touring, Super Mookin Fiends fanbase, and more!

There's no playing it safe when it comes to the world's most dangerous morning show. This week, nationally-syndicated radio team, The Breakfast Club will celebrate five years on-air. To commemorate their anniversary, the triumvirate are giving back to their listeners with a free star-studded concert. After signing off for the day, DJ Envy, Angela Yee, and Charlamagne Tha God talked to us about their meteoric rise, success, past interviews, side ventures, and more!

You know the name. A year after surviving a shooting outside of his home, Beanie Sigel's on the road to recovery and redemption. This past summer, he reunited with Jay Z at the highly anticipated B-Side concerts. More recently, he contributed verses to Pusha T and DJ Khaled's albums. Back in the Big Apple, The Broad Street Bully speaks on his new rhymes, relationship with Hov, creative process, rehabilitation, culinary skills, marriage and more! It's Mack B!tch!

Although G-Eazy's been in the game for years, the Bay Area MC is finally getting the respect he deserves. With the success of his sophomore release When It's Dark Out, Eazy is set to embark on a world tour at the top of 2016. But for now, he's here in New York and while kicking it with Elliott and B.Dot, Eazy speaks on his mixtape grind, dinner with Jay Z, Cortez Bryant, fame, success, and a whole lot more.

Logic's head is in the clouds, but for good reason. In a few hours, he'll be making his debut on the Tonight Show With Jimmy Fallon thanks to the success of his sophomore album, The Incredible True Story. Indeed, Logic's tale is more fact than fiction. So before his late night appearance, the Maryland MC talks to the Rap Radar Podcast about his new album, rabid fanbase, estranged family, marriage, and everything in between.

In recent years, Swizz Beatz has gone from the One Man Band to hip-hop's renaissance man. Next week, the multiplatinum producer will curate his own exhibition during Art Basel in Miami. But when he's not immersed in the arts or philanthropy, Swizz is back in the lab creating heat for Ruff Ryder alums (DMX, Jadakiss) and rap royalty (KRS-One). In our longest episode yet, Swizzy speaks on success, family, producing, Jay Z, Obama, and so much more. It's showtime!

Pusha T's got a lot on his plate these days. The recently appointed president of Kanye West's G.O.O.D. Music label is ready to close out the year with a new project, Darkest Before Dawn. Promising a King Push album next year, the Virginia native discusses his studio sessions with Diddy, status of Clipse, his business ventures, album debates, and everything in between. Yughk!

Ja Rule's had his share of ups and downs. But now the Murder Inc. hit maker has entered the third act of his career with a new MTV reality show, Follow The Rules. Taking a break from filming, Ja opens up about fatherhood, his former reign, songwriting, competitiveness, and future endeavors. It's murda, muthafuck@$!

Staying TRU to the game has been a way of life for 2 Chainz. Months after releasing his Trapavelli Tre mixtape, the prolific ATLien let his hair down with Elliott and B.Dot. Before returning to the A, Chainz chopped it up about his latest project, parenthood, wild New York nights, pending lawsuit, family, upcoming projects and more!