Breaking Atoms: The Hip Hop Podcast

Our special guest this week is Virginia's very own, Mad Skillz! The infamous ghostwriter talks about his early link up with Q-Tip, working with J Dilla, writing the yearly rap-ups and more. We even clear the air with some Hip Hop confessions at the end - all of which are disappointing and surprising! Follow Sumit 💥 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hiphopchronicle 💥 Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/hiphopchronicle Follow Chris 💥 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamkinetik 💥 Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/iamkinetik Connect with Breaking Atoms 💥 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/breaktheatoms 💥 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/breaktheatoms 💥 Twitter: https://twitter.com/breaktheatoms 💥 Website: https://www.breakingatoms.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week's guest of honour is David Lotwin; Co-Founder of the legendary D & D Studios. If you know your Hip Hop, you will acknowledge D & D as holy ground for seminal Rap recordings. From Gang Starr to Black Moon to D.I.T.C. to Jay-Z - if you're an emcee of the purest form, you had to step through those doors. We caught up with David to talk about learning the boards in Jamaica with Peter Tosh, building his business around DJ Premier, being mistaken for Bill Goldberg and more. Follow Sumit 💥 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hiphopchronicle 💥 Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/hiphopchronicle Follow Chris 💥 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamkinetik 💥 Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/iamkinetik Connect with Breaking Atoms 💥 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/breaktheatoms 💥 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/breaktheatoms 💥 Twitter: https://twitter.com/breaktheatoms 💥 Website: https://www.breakingatoms.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the words of the little but legendary Kimberly Jones, we're "billboard bound" with this week's episode. Joining us on the pod is Billboard's Hip Hop Editor, Carl Lamarre. We talked about his most important interviews, developing his rap and writing style, journalistic integrity and much more. As usual. Follow Sumit 💥 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hiphopchronicle 💥 Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/hiphopchronicle Follow Chris 💥 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamkinetik 💥 Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/iamkinetik Connect with Breaking Atoms 💥 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/breaktheatoms 💥 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/breaktheatoms 💥 Twitter: https://twitter.com/breaktheatoms 💥 Website: https://www.breakingatoms.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week's guest represents the nation of blogs and firsts and goes by the name of Andrew Barber. You may not know the face, but you've seen the tweets. He doesn't miss anything. We talked about the Chicago music scene and regional sounds, the blog era, and much more hot topics. Follow Sumit 💥 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hiphopchronicle 💥 Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/hiphopchronicle Follow Chris 💥 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamkinetik 💥 Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/iamkinetik Connect with Breaking Atoms 💥 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/breaktheatoms 💥 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/breaktheatoms 💥 Twitter: https://twitter.com/breaktheatoms 💥 Website: https://www.breakingatoms.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rest in Peace Daniel Dumile. Follow Sumit 💥 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hiphopchronicle 💥 Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/hiphopchronicle Follow Chris 💥 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamkinetik 💥 Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/iamkinetik Connect with Breaking Atoms 💥 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/breaktheatoms 💥 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/breaktheatoms 💥 Twitter: https://twitter.com/breaktheatoms 💥 Website: https://www.breakingatoms.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For our final episode of 2020 and the first-ever "Mics Of The Roundtable" drop, we wanted to make it special. It's been an amazing year for Hip Hop and we couldn't break it down to the last compound on our own. So we called up our fellow Hip Hop heads from Beats, Rhymes & Life, Crate 808, Rhymes Like Dimes and TBH podcasts for a circular pow-wow on the best that Hip Hop had to offer over the last 12 months. We shared our thoughts on albums, artists, producers, the Black Lives Matter movement, memorable moments and more. We even got into it about whether J. Cole really is that boring or just misunderstood. Let the madness begin. ➡️ Follow Beats, Rhymes & Life: @brl_podcast ➡️ Follow Crate 808: @crate808 ➡️ Follow Rhymes Like Dimes: @rhymesdimespod ➡️ Follow Beats, Rhymes & Life: @tbh_pod Follow Sumit 💥 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hiphopchronicle 💥 Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/hiphopchronicle Follow Chris 💥 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamkinetik 💥 Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/iamkinetik Connect with Breaking Atoms 💥 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/breaktheatoms 💥 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/breaktheatoms 💥 Twitter: https://twitter.com/breaktheatoms 💥 Website: https://www.breakingatoms.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bad boys move in silence and so do Editors in Chiefs of major Hip Hop editorial outlets. After a decade of emails and pleasantries, we finally got a chance to connect with the Audiomack Daddy, DJ Z, and talk about Rap, journalism and the future of streaming. Follow Sumit 💥 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hiphopchronicle 💥 Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/hiphopchronicle Follow Chris 💥 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamkinetik 💥 Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/iamkinetik Connect with Breaking Atoms 💥 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/breaktheatoms 💥 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/breaktheatoms 💥 Twitter: https://twitter.com/breaktheatoms 💥 Website: https://www.breakingatoms.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fresh off the release of her new (and absolutely amazing) album, we're joined by Boston's very own, Lyric Jones! We discussed her early music experiences in the Church, teaching music, working with Phonte and Rah Digga and ordering chicken sandwiches from Door Dash. Follow Sumit 💥 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hiphopchronicle 💥 Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/hiphopchronicle Follow Chris 💥 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamkinetik 💥 Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/iamkinetik Connect with Breaking Atoms 💥 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/breaktheatoms 💥 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/breaktheatoms 💥 Twitter: https://twitter.com/breaktheatoms 💥 Website: https://www.breakingatoms.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode is some fly cigar ultimate boss talk for real. We caught up with Willie The Kid to talk about his Capital Gains album, life as a shorty in Grand Rapids, entrepreneurship manoeuvres and making moves any type of way. IMPORTANT NEWS On Saturday 19th December 2020, Sumit will be doing a 24-hour podcast to raise money for East Kent Hospitals Charity. Their Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) is a specialist intensive care unit with 25 cots. They provide intensive care for newborn babies from across the Kent region. For more info and to make a donation, please visit the Just Giving page here: https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/the-24-hour-podcast Follow Sumit 💥 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hiphopchronicle 💥 Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/hiphopchronicle Follow Chris 💥 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamkinetik 💥 Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/iamkinetik Connect with Breaking Atoms 💥 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/breaktheatoms 💥 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/breaktheatoms 💥 Twitter: https://twitter.com/breaktheatoms 💥 Website: https://www.breakingatoms.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"Make no mistake son, it's Jake One He makes beats well like I likes my steaks done" © MF DOOM We concur, Mr. Vaughn, hence why we reached out to the man himself to explore his production set up, John Cena buying beats from him with his own money, working on Detox with Dr. Dre and finally linking with Roc Marciano. Nice guy. Great conversation. Banging beats. IMPORTANT NEWS On Saturday 19th December 2020, Sumit will be doing a 24-hour podcast to raise money for East Kent Hospitals Charity. Their Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) is a specialist intensive care unit with 25 cots. They provide intensive care for newborn babies from across the Kent region. For more info and to make a donation, please visit the Just Giving page here: https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/the-24-hour-podcast Follow Sumit 💥 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hiphopchronicle 💥 Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/hiphopchronicle Follow Chris 💥 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamkinetik 💥 Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/iamkinetik Connect with Breaking Atoms 💥 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/breaktheatoms 💥 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/breaktheatoms 💥 Twitter: https://twitter.com/breaktheatoms 💥 Website: https://www.breakingatoms.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fresh off the release of his 9th studio album, we are joined by Boston's very own, Statik Selektah! We talked about his stellar production career, battling Pro Era in the studio and finding an unreleased Sean Price verse in his stash. IMPORTANT NEWS On Saturday 19th December 2020, Sumit will be doing a 24-hour podcast to raise money for East Kent Hospitals Charity. Their Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) is a specialist intensive care unit with 25 cots. They provide intensive care for newborn babies from across the Kent region. For more info and to make a donation, please visit the Just Giving page here: https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/the-24-hour-podcast Follow Sumit 💥 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hiphopchronicle 💥 Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/hiphopchronicle Follow Chris 💥 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamkinetik 💥 Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/iamkinetik Connect with Breaking Atoms 💥 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/breaktheatoms 💥 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/breaktheatoms 💥 Twitter: https://twitter.com/breaktheatoms 💥 Website: https://www.breakingatoms.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Say what you want about DJ Snips, but let it be known that he has a love and passion for Hip Hop culture. This episode finds Snips talking about producing unreleased tracks for 50 Cent, ageing gracefully and honestly and his thoughts on the live events scene post-pandemic. Follow Sumit 💥 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hiphopchronicle 💥 Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/hiphopchronicle Follow Chris 💥 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamkinetik 💥 Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/iamkinetik Connect with Breaking Atoms 💥 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/breaktheatoms 💥 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/breaktheatoms 💥 Twitter: https://twitter.com/breaktheatoms 💥 Website: https://www.breakingatoms.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"Not from Houston but I rap a lot"... this week's episode is a world exclusive. We're joined by the incomparable James Prince! Mr. Prince doesn't speak a whole lot, but from the side of his pool surrounded by sunshine and wine, he gave up some free game on entrepreneurship, family and community leadership. Follow Sumit 💥 Instagram: https://instagram.com/hiphopchronicle 💥 Twitter: https://twitter.com/hiphopchronicle Follow Chris 💥 Instagram: https://instagram.com/iamkinetik 💥 Twitter: https://twitter.com/iamkinetik Connect with Breaking Atoms 💥 Instagram: https://instagram.com/breaktheatoms 💥 Facebook: https://facebook.com/breaktheatoms 💥 Twitter: https://twitter.com/breaktheatoms 💥 Website: https://breakingatoms.co.uk/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Anton Pukshansky is a liner note legend. This is the man who engineered the seminal Hip Hop classic this podcast is named after. Man like Anton also worked closely with Rakim and ate too many shrimp with Kool G Rap. He also calls Large Professor by his government name like it's nothing. He is a man of much experience and many credits. This episode really explores the missing link between music being a feeling and a science. Follow Sumit 💥 Instagram: https://instagram.com/hiphopchronicle 💥 Twitter: https://twitter.com/hiphopchronicle Follow Chris 💥 Instagram: https://instagram.com/iamkinetik 💥 Twitter: https://twitter.com/iamkinetik Connect with Breaking Atoms 💥 Instagram: https://instagram.com/breaktheatoms 💥 Facebook: https://facebook.com/breaktheatoms 💥 Twitter: https://twitter.com/breaktheatoms 💥 Website: https://breakingatoms.co.uk/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

One name you should be hearing in the "Lyricist Of The Year" discussion is Che' Noir. In this episode, we catch up with the First Lady of Trust Gang to talk about her amazing album with Apollo Brown, her mentee relationship with 38 Spesh, spirituality and sharing the same born day as Illmatic. Follow Sumit 💥 Instagram: https://instagram.com/hiphopchronicle 💥 Twitter: https://twitter.com/hiphopchronicle Follow Chris 💥 Instagram: https://instagram.com/iamkinetik 💥 Twitter: https://twitter.com/iamkinetik Connect with Breaking Atoms 💥 Instagram: https://instagram.com/breaktheatoms 💥 Facebook: https://facebook.com/breaktheatoms 💥 Twitter: https://twitter.com/breaktheatoms 💥 Website: https://breakingatoms.co.uk/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hiero y'all! For Episode 85, we set some time aside to break bread with Domino of Hieroglyphics. This man is one of the greatest minds in the game. He's one of the key creators of the "Hiero sound" and was there from the very beginning. Pay attention as he drops science about the making of the early Hiero classics, managing Del The Funky Homosapien and why certain members weren't on particular songs. Keep your third eye open for this one. Follow Sumit 💥 Instagram: https://instagram.com/hiphopchronicle 💥 Twitter: https://twitter.com/hiphopchronicle Follow Chris 💥 Instagram: https://instagram.com/iamkinetik 💥 Twitter: https://twitter.com/iamkinetik Connect with Breaking Atoms 💥 Instagram: https://instagram.com/breaktheatoms 💥 Facebook: https://facebook.com/breaktheatoms 💥 Twitter: https://twitter.com/breaktheatoms 💥 Website: https://breakingatoms.co.uk/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Originally recorded for The Hip Hop Chronicle in 2011. This week's Lost Tapes is a classic interview with Detroit's very own, Elzhi. Sumit and The Syllable Sensei talk about the "Elmatic" project, battling at The Hip Hop Shop, unreleased Pete Rock tracks and much more. Follow Sumit 💥 Instagram: https://instagram.com/hiphopchronicle 💥 Twitter: https://twitter.com/hiphopchronicle Follow Chris 💥 Instagram: https://instagram.com/iamkinetik 💥 Twitter: https://twitter.com/iamkinetik Connect with Breaking Atoms 💥 Instagram: https://instagram.com/breaktheatoms 💥 Facebook: https://facebook.com/breaktheatoms 💥 Twitter: https://twitter.com/breaktheatoms 💥 Website: https://breakingatoms.co.uk/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's cold outside, but we're hot in the streets. This week, we head back to the East Coast to catch up with the walking library and dictionary, Papoose! We got a chance to talk about his early collaborations with Kool G Rap, non-payment of punk dues and his brand new album, Endangered Species. He even gives Chris some marriage advice. Breaking Atoms Marriage Counselling Services coming soon! Follow Sumit 💥 Instagram: https://instagram.com/hiphopchronicle 💥 Twitter: https://twitter.com/hiphopchronicle Follow Chris 💥 Instagram: https://instagram.com/iamkinetik 💥 Twitter: https://twitter.com/iamkinetik Connect with Breaking Atoms 💥 Instagram: https://instagram.com/breaktheatoms 💥 Facebook: https://facebook.com/breaktheatoms 💥 Twitter: https://twitter.com/breaktheatoms 💥 Website: https://breakingatoms.co.uk/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Originally recorded for The Hip Hop Chronicle in 2010. To celebrate the 20th anniversary of "Stankonia" by Outkast, we had to bust the pot open with another Lost Tapes episode - this time featuring none other than Big Boi! Sumit and Daddy Fat Sax talk about his debut solo album, meeting Andre 3000, freestyling for LA Reid and more. Follow Sumit 💥 Instagram: https://instagram.com/hiphopchronicle 💥 Twitter: https://twitter.com/hiphopchronicle Follow Chris 💥 Instagram: https://instagram.com/iamkinetik 💥 Twitter: https://twitter.com/iamkinetik Connect with Breaking Atoms 💥 Instagram: https://instagram.com/breaktheatoms 💥 Facebook: https://facebook.com/breaktheatoms 💥 Twitter: https://twitter.com/breaktheatoms 💥 Website: https://breakingatoms.co.uk/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week's episode is an absolute honour for us and hopefully a pleasure for you. We have the legendary MC Eiht on Breaking Atoms! The Quadruple OG talks about his early work with Compton's Most Wanted, the importance of bicoastal collaborations, his longstanding friendship with DJ Premier and more. We didn't get one "GEAH" out of him but that doesn't matter. Listen and learn. Follow Sumit 💥 Instagram: https://instagram.com/hiphopchronicle 💥 Twitter: https://twitter.com/hiphopchronicle Follow Chris 💥 Instagram: https://instagram.com/iamkinetik 💥 Twitter: https://twitter.com/iamkinetik Connect with Breaking Atoms 💥 Instagram: https://instagram.com/breaktheatoms 💥 Facebook: https://facebook.com/breaktheatoms 💥 Twitter: https://twitter.com/breaktheatoms 💥 Website: https://breakingatoms.co.uk/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Originally recorded for The Hip Hop Chronicle in 2008. Sumit dug into his everlasting archives and found a short clip from none other than Nas. This audio is from a Def Jam conference call hosted by the Best of Both Offices in the lead up to the release of the "Untitled" album. Follow Sumit 💥 Instagram: https://instagram.com/hiphopchronicle 💥 Twitter: https://twitter.com/hiphopchronicle Follow Chris 💥 Instagram: https://instagram.com/iamkinetik 💥 Twitter: https://twitter.com/iamkinetik Connect with Breaking Atoms 💥 Instagram: https://instagram.com/breaktheatoms 💥 Facebook: https://facebook.com/breaktheatoms 💥 Twitter: https://twitter.com/breaktheatoms 💥 Website: https://breakingatoms.co.uk/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Time to get glossy and flossy with this week's special guest - Shawn Brauch of Pen and Pixel! Shawn is the genius behind many of those diamond-encrusted album covers that "shaped the visual aesthetic of Southern hip-hop’s flashiest era". Shawn talks about meeting Master P, working with No Limit and Cash Money and seeing a 13-year-old Lil' Wayne fill up a note pad with rhymes. Press play to find out why his "more is more" philosophy gave an "underserved, underutilised and underappreciated people" a visual identity they could be proud of. For more information on Shawn Brauch, visit Smart Face Media: https://www.smartfacemedia.com Follow Sumit 💥 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hiphopchronicle 💥 Twitter: https://twitter.com/hiphopchronicle Follow Chris 💥 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamkinetik 💥 Twitter: https://twitter.com/iamkinetik Connect with Breaking Atoms 💥 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/breaktheatoms 💥 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/breaktheatoms 💥 Twitter: https://twitter.com/breaktheatoms 💥 Website: https://www.breakingatoms.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Originally recorded for The Hip Hop Chronicle in July 2008. In an impromptu press conference, Ice Cube comments on some disparaging comments that Jesse Jackson made about former US President Barack Obama and shares his thoughts on future Hip Hop legends. Follow Sumit 💥 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hiphopchronicle 💥 Twitter: https://twitter.com/hiphopchronicle Follow Chris 💥 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamkinetik 💥 Twitter: https://twitter.com/iamkinetik Connect with Breaking Atoms 💥 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/breaktheatoms 💥 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/breaktheatoms 💥 Twitter: https://twitter.com/breaktheatoms 💥 Website: https://www.breakingatoms.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We have friends in high places. Our mate Beat Butcha - the UK legend and Grammy Award winner - took some time out of his busy schedule to share stories of working with Griselda, meeting Prodigy and why your favourite Rap songs probably have some his drums and samples in them. Follow Sumit 💥 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hiphopchronicle 💥 Twitter: https://twitter.com/hiphopchronicle Follow Chris 💥 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamkinetik 💥 Twitter: https://twitter.com/iamkinetik Connect with Breaking Atoms 💥 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/breaktheatoms 💥 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/breaktheatoms 💥 Twitter: https://twitter.com/breaktheatoms 💥 Website: https://www.breakingatoms.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Originally recorded for The Hip Hop Chronicle in September 2010. To celebrate the 25th anniversary of AZ's classic album, Doe Or Die, Sumit has cracked open the vaults once again to share his lost interview with Sosa from a decade ago. After a London show with Termanology, the man born Anthony Cruz talks about working with Dr. Dre, the Firm reunion and meeting The Notorious B.I.G. and Jay-Z for the first time. Follow Sumit 💥 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hiphopchronicle 💥 Twitter: https://twitter.com/hiphopchronicle Follow Chris 💥 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamkinetik 💥 Twitter: https://twitter.com/iamkinetik Connect with Breaking Atoms 💥 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/breaktheatoms 💥 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/breaktheatoms 💥 Twitter: https://twitter.com/breaktheatoms 💥 Website: https://www.breakingatoms.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joining us for a campfire-style connect is Rob Markman from Genius! Rob has a storied history in the game and in this episode, he talks about his relationship with Sway and Datwon Thomas, hearing his name on records by Logic and Royce Da 5'9" and what irks him about Hip Hop Twitter. He even provides some exclusive insight into Genius' content strategy. Release the brainstorm - the knowledge in this episode will make your brain warm. Follow Sumit 💥 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hiphopchronicle 💥 Twitter: https://twitter.com/hiphopchronicle Follow Chris 💥 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamkinetik 💥 Twitter: https://twitter.com/iamkinetik Connect with Breaking Atoms 💥 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/breaktheatoms 💥 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/breaktheatoms 💥 Twitter: https://twitter.com/breaktheatoms 💥 Website: https://www.breakingatoms.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Originally recorded for The Hip Hop Chronicle in May 2010. Sumit sat down with Just Blaze and The Alchemist while they were on tour in the UK. Just Blaze reveals that "Girls, Girls, Girls" was originally for Ghostface, drops the names of who passed on some of his beats and highlights the differences between Jay-Z and Eminem in the studio. The Alchemist talks about meeting Mobb Deep, Eminem and Royce Da 5'9" for the first time. Follow Sumit 💥 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hiphopchronicle 💥 Twitter: https://twitter.com/hiphopchronicle Follow Chris 💥 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamkinetik 💥 Twitter: https://twitter.com/iamkinetik Connect with Breaking Atoms 💥 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/breaktheatoms 💥 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/breaktheatoms 💥 Twitter: https://twitter.com/breaktheatoms 💥 Website: https://www.breakingatoms.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week's special guest is none other than man like Apollo Brown! This guy here is responsible for some of the best Hip Hop released from 2010 to the present day. Discussion points include his tried and trusted production technique, sampling tastes, unreleased music in his vaults, his most recent work with Che Noir and more. He also doesn't like Nando's and we needed to know why. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For the first episode of our "Lost Tapes" series, Sumit unearths an interview with Lupe Fiasco which took place shortly before the release of his "LASERS" album. Originally recorded for The Hip Hop Chronicle in February 2011. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On the 24th anniversary of the classic "Soul On Ice" album, we linked up with Ras Kass for a very revealing conversation. The Waterproof MC talks about working with DJ Premier, Dr Dre and his close relationship with Jay-Z. He also lives up to his fearless reputation and tells it how it is when it comes to the music business, corporate greed and what McDonald's does with its leftover food. This is the nature of the threat in podcast form. Pre-order Ras Kass' new project, "I'm Not Clearing Shxt" here: http://blackhouseinc.storenvy.com/products/30943819-ras-kass-im-not-clearing-shxt-lp-cd Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Our classic interview run continues with New York legend, Mic Geronimo. In this candid conversation, the Masta I.C. talks about his early days being mentored by Large Professor, recording his debut album and the competitive nature of posse cuts. In a world exclusive, he shares a story about DMX which is both hilarious and shocking at the same time. Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we're joined by one of our favourite producers, Marco Polo. We talked about his journey from Toronto to Brooklyn, his producer influences, why J Dilla is the greatest, beat-making process, working with Masta Ace and Big Daddy Kane and a lot more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In Part 2 of our instant classic interview with O.C., we do what we do and solidify Hip Hop history. The Microphone Phenomenon talks about working with Jay-Z, KRS-ONE and Gabrielle, owning his masters and when he plans to hang up the mic. To close, we even put together the definitive O.C. playlist with the man himself. Our rap nerdery knows no boundaries. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Step into the o-zone as we connect with the legendary O.C. to discuss anything and everything to do with his storied career. From the making of 'Word... Life', his role in D.I.T.C. and his relationships with Bumpy Knuckles and Pharoahe Monch et al, we went deep into the text. So deep, that we uncover some hidden gems that have remained buried for over 25 years. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Following his triumphant return to the best Hip Hop pod in the UK, Sumit links up with Chris and they waste no time in addressing a pressing issue - stan culture. Hip Hop stans have taken over the world and timeline. From outlandish takes to the never-ending search for attention, Sumit and Chris explore and laugh at this weird phenomenon. If you’re soft like a Twinkie filling, prepare to be offended. Visit the Breaking Atoms website at: www.breakingatoms.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Put your bravado to the side and let's be real fam. We've all had some moments where we felt shame like a darg. This week, Sumit and Chris discuss their most embarrassing Hip Hop moments from tanking interviews to acting like a fool in front of a Juice Crew member. Most importantly, they share what they learned from these mortifying encounters. Visit the Breaking Atoms website at: www.breakingatoms.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chris had a serious Stan moment this week when he got to interview Tracey Lee - the man who created one of his all-time favourite Hip Hop albums, 'Many Facez'. The conversation highlights Tray's upbringing in Philly, being one of the last people to work with The Notorious B.I.G., how he went from spitting bars to passing his bar exam and more. This episode is a case study in growth and perseverance. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After DJ MK gave the BA crew Twitter props for their name, he jumped on Zoom to have a chat with Chris. MK talked about his childhood in North West London, getting into music, pirate radio, meeting Roots Manuva and becoming tour DJ for Dizzee Rascal. It was another classic link up with Jamaica and Ireland. --- Want to start your own podcast? Need simple but expert advice? Sign up for the Breaking Atoms online masterclass and learn how you can create and launch your own podcast with a small audience and minimal budget. Tickets range from £10 - £25. Purchase your ticket here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/create-and-launch-your-own-podcast-tickets-111146789038 For more information on Breaking Atoms, visit our website: www.breakingatoms.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week Chris is joined by Friend Of The Show, Blackeys, to talk about their Hip Hop confessions. Both of them come clean like Jeru about the artists they secretly love and hate, the albums they haven’t heard and share other controversial takes that are hotter than concrete statues in Egypt. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chris hates Hip Hop Twitter and explains why in his usual loud, abrasive and semi-humourous manner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rap Dads stand up! This week, we are joined by Hip Hop elder statesman and Philadelphia representer, Kil. We discussed the 80s Hip Hop golden era, sharing music with your children and how Rap has impacted his role as a Father in a positive way. Whether you’re a new, aspiring or veteran Rap Dad, there are many jewels to catch in this one. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode is our very own version of 'shoot your shot'. Prompted by his wife, Chris reached out to one of his favourite producers; J Rawls, on Instagram and asked for an exclusive interview. He said 'yes' and here we are. The conversation touched on producing for Black Star, pulling down statues and how Hip Hop has a place in the classroom. Special thanks to Imperial for helping fix the audio. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Awon; the rapping half of Awon and Phoniks, hopped on a Skype call with Chris to have a very candid chat about music, culture and politics. Sometimes it gets a little hectic out there and right now is very crazy. The conversation covers everything from the lasting effects of European colonialism to seeing Hip Hop play out in the golden era first hand to the importance of social commentary in music and why Black lives have, do and always will matter. It's a lot to digest. Tek time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We celebrate classic albums like they were actual factual real live people at Breaking Atoms. This week, Chris is joined by his man Rael Mason to toast and boast about the epic TSOL album by Canadian bad bwoy emcee, Shad. Rael loves Shad like Sumit loves all things Roc-A-Fella, so Chris knew what time it was. They talk about their first listening experiences, favourite tracks, how women are represented in Hip Hop and whether or not the album deserves the coveted five mic rating. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Recently, Chris jumped on the phone to politic ditto with the one and only Dart Adams. The conversation touched on Boston (of course!), his early music memories, new book and why most 'journalists' ain't really about that life. The research was done and the questions were prepared. In the words of the great Omar Credle, 'it's only right'. Purchase 'The Book Of Dart' here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week's episode is a tribute to one of the greatest singers in the history of life. Luther Vandross - affectionately known as 'Loofa' - was the gyal dem sugar archetype. We discuss the voice, the samples and the relationship between Hip Hop, R & B and Loofa's music in particular. Rest in peace to Luther Vandross. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Consider this episode a two-piece to the jaw. Following last week's discussion about our favourite opening tracks on Hip Hop albums; this week, we get really creative and talk about our favourite closing tracks. The biggest shocker is that Sumit mentions Jay-Z. Again. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Inspired by the J-Live song of the same name, this week's discussion is about opening tracks on Hip Hop albums. Sumit and Chris deep dive about how important it is for track one to make a great first impression and share some of their favourites. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Due to the wonders of technology, Sumit and Chris connect on God's internet for their first-ever remote episode. They discuss how their respective quarantines are going and most importantly, what they've learned about the self during self-isolation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For the first-ever ‘Husband and Wife’ edition of Breaking Atoms, Chris and his Queen; Roxi, make use of their quarantine and share thoughts on their favourite live shows and performers. Even though nobody is going out for the rest of 2020, they even create their own dream festival lineup. No holograms allowed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.