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Ghostface Killah has returned with Supreme Clientele 2, a project fans have been anticipating for years. As the follow up to his 2000 classic Supreme Clientele, expectations could not be higher. The original solidified Ghost as one of the most inventive storytellers and stylists in hip hop and it remains a staple not just in his discography but in the Wu Tang legacy as a whole. In this review we break down whether Ghost was able to live up to the pressure of revisiting such a monumental title. We dive into the production across the album, the features that show up, and the moments where Ghost’s sharp lyricism and colorful imagery shine the brightest. We also take a critical look at how the album balances nostalgia with progression, asking if it feels like a natural continuation of Supreme Clientele or more of a tribute to what made that album special in the first place. This is a conversation hip hop heads will not want to miss, especially those who remember the impact of the original. Did Ghostface Killah

We are going live this Wednesday at 9 PM EST to give our initial thoughts on Anthony Fantano’s White Rappers Tier List. We have already watched the video beforehand and will use this stream to break down his criteria, talk through where we agree or disagree, and dig into the bigger conversation around skill sets, impact, longevity, and cultural context. Expect pushback, receipts, and a lot of back and forth in true DEHH fashion. Pull up and join the chat. Superchats and member comments will be prioritized. Keep it respectful and bring your lists. If there are names missing or placements that feel off we want to hear why and we will revisit the most compelling points on stream. Turn on notifications and catch us live at 9 PM EST. If you miss it the replay will post to the channel afterward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this superchat conversation we tackle a question that cuts right to the heart of hip hop culture. One of our viewers asked if any albums from the 2020s so far truly deserve the legendary 5 Mics stamp that The Source Magazine used to hand out. For those who remember, 5 Mics wasn’t just a rating, it was a badge of honor that represented the highest level of artistry, cultural impact, and replay value an album could have. Only a handful of projects in hip hop history ever earned that status and they are still debated to this day. So what about the 2020s. With so much music dropping every week and the way hip hop has shifted in sound, style, and accessibility, does the 5 Mics standard still even apply. We go back and forth on the albums that stood out to us in this new decade, the projects that felt like instant classics, and what it actually takes for an album today to live up to that historical benchmark. From mainstream releases to underground gems, we break down which records have the potential to be reme

We are back with another Chance the Rapper review, this time diving into his new album STAR LINE. It has been five years since The Big Day dropped in 2019 which we also reviewed at the time (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vW346QizEbs). Like many listeners we were not feeling that project and it left a lot of people wondering what direction Chance would take next. With all that time passing there has been plenty of anticipation to see if Chance could bounce back with something stronger. On STAR LINE he brings a new set of sounds and themes that show where he is at musically right now. The big question is whether this album is the comeback people have been waiting on or if he is still chasing the spark that made him stand out early in his career. Let’s get into it. #ChanceTheRapper #StarLine #HipHop #AlbumReview #DEHH Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwNzLpk33dblyY2Gg-SyPxw/join Dead End Hip Hop Merch Shop: https://deadendmedia.myspreadshop.com Find all things Dead

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We are back with another DEHH Superchat Mailbag. Yall sent in your questions and topics and we are answering them right here. From album debates to culture talk to some wild left field questions, nothing is off limits when we do these. This time we had AB from the OnDeckTV Podcast join us as a guest and some hot takes definitely got thrown out in this convo. This is our way of making sure the questions that dont always get answered during live streams still get the spotlight. Drop a comment with your thoughts on the topics we hit and let us know what you want us to tackle in the next mailbag. Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwNzLpk33dblyY2Gg-SyPxw/join Dead End Hip Hop Merch Shop: https://deadendmedia.myspreadshop.com Find all things Dead End Hip Hop here: https://linktr.ee/deadendhiphop SUBSCRIBE to our second channel, Is The Mic Still On: https://www.youtube.com/isthemicstillon IS THE MIC STILL ON PODCAST: SUBSCRIBE on iTunes: http://apple.co/2oJIzZb Follow

Dead End Hip Hop is back with our review of JID’s new album God Does Like Ugly. We were joined by AB also known as Animal Brown from the OnDeckTV Podcast for this one. We dig into the beats the flows the writing and the ideas behind the record. The room was split too with some of us feeling the album more than others which made for a lively back and forth that you will want to weigh in on. Drop your thoughts on God Does Like Ugly in the comments and tell us where you landed in the debate. #DEHH #JID #GodDoesLikeUgly #AlbumReview Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwNzLpk33dblyY2Gg-SyPxw/join Dead End Hip Hop Merch Shop: https://deadendmedia.myspreadshop.com Find all things Dead End Hip Hop here: https://linktr.ee/deadendhiphop SUBSCRIBE to our second channel, Is The Mic Still On: https://www.youtube.com/isthemicstillon IS THE MIC STILL ON PODCAST: SUBSCRIBE on iTunes: http://apple.co/2oJIzZb Follow The Crew: Follow Modest Media: @IamModestMedia Follow Beezy: @B

We discuss the latest twist in Drake’s ongoing lawsuit against UMG, where he’s seeking documents about alleged domestic violence claims against Kendrick Lamar and private communications between Lamar and TDE’s Dave Free about Lamar’s children—moves seemingly aimed at reinforcing the accusations Drake made in his 2024 track Family Matters. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this Superchat conversation we took on the ultimate challenge of putting four classic Outkast albums up against all four Run The Jewels albums and ranking them together in one combined matchup. Each member came in with their own personal ranking list, so you’ll see where our opinions line up and where they clash. From timeless Southern hip hop landmarks to the hard-hitting RTJ catalog, we broke down what makes each project stand out and where they stack up against each other. There were plenty of surprises, disagreements, and moments that might have you yelling at your screen. If you ever send in a Superchat during a live stream and we don’t get to your question or topic on the spot, it can still turn into a full conversation like the one you are watching right now. So keep those questions coming and you might just see your idea become its own video. #Outkast #RunTheJewels #HipHop #AlbumRanking Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwNzLpk33dblyY2Gg-SyPxw/join Dead E

In this episode of the Rundown, we go over the latest with Drake's UMG lawsuit, Black Thought being trillian times better than Jay Z, Lil Wayne's health scare, and August releases. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In Part 2 of our 7 Levels of Rapper Conversation we used Duplee’s original criteria to put together our own list. Each of us brought 2 rappers for every level with the goal of naming artists who weren’t mentioned in his video. Things definitely got interesting as we debated where certain names belong and what it really means to master all 7 levels. Let us know if you agree with the names we added and make sure to add your own down below! Shout out to Duplee for creating this concept and breaking it down so well. Check out his original video here: https://youtu.be/C1f8_-8GU7I?si=uLxktjFOmwQtf3MF If you missed our first conversation about the 7 Levels of Rapper you can watch it here: https://youtu.be/mfH2Y_3T8oE #HipHop #RapDiscussion #DeadEndHipHop Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwNzLpk33dblyY2Gg-SyPxw/join Dead End Hip Hop Merch Shop: https://deadendmedia.myspreadshop.com Find all things Dead End Hip Hop here: https://linktr.ee/deadendhiphop SUBSCRIBE to our

We watched the viral 7 Levels of Rapper video and it turned into a classic Dead End Hip Hop moment. What started as a reaction quickly turned into a full-blown debate, especially when Rod and FeeFo clashed over what it really takes to be Level 7. We broke down each level, called out where we think the video got it right and wrong, and even started tossing out names of rappers we feel got left off entirely. This convo had old school DEHH energy written all over it. Should we run it back with a part 2 and do our own 7 Levels tier list? Let us know in the comments. #DEHH #7LevelsOfRapper #HipHopDebate #RodVsFeeFo #RapTiers #DeadEndConversation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After XXL posted a clip of Metro Boomin saying music needs to go back to being regional, it sparked a convo we couldn't ignore. In the video, Metro reflects on how social media made everything feel the same. How sounds, styles, and even slang are getting blended to the point where you can’t tell where anything’s from anymore. So we had a real DEHH style discussion about it. Is Metro right Has music lost its regional identity And does his new mixtape A Futuristic Summa actually bring that feeling back Pull up as we unpack the video, reflect on how regions used to shape hip hop from Atlanta to NY to LA to the Midwest and ask whether the game can ever really go back Let us know in the chat if Metro is just reminiscing or if this is the wake up call hip hop needs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We sat down to review Raekwon’s latest album and break down what The Chef is cookin this time around. From the bars to the beats to how it stacks up against his legendary catalog, we’re diving deep into the sound and vision of this new project. Does Rae still have it? Is this one of his stronger solo efforts? Tap in and hear our thoughts. Drop your take in the comments and let us know how you’re feeling about the album. #Raekwon #AlbumReview #HipHopDiscussion #WuTangClan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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We sat down to review Ovrkast.’s latest album While The Iron Is Hot and broke down everything from the production to the themes he’s exploring on this one. To make things even better, we had a special guest from our Patreon community call in and share their thoughts on the project too. Tap in for a full convo on one of the most unique voices in the underground right now #Ovrkast #WhileTheIronIsHot #AlbumReview #DEHH #HipHopDiscussion #UndergroundHipHop Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwNzLpk33dblyY2Gg-SyPxw/join Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We’re going live tonight to review Tyler, The Creator’s new album DON'T TAP THE GLASS. After sitting with it, we’re ready to talk about the sound, the lyrics, the features, and where it stands in Tyler’s discography. Does it push his artistry forward? Is it a contender for album of the year? Or is it just another solid album to add to the resume? Pull up and share your thoughts with us in the live chat. Live at 9 PM EST, let’s get into it! #TylerTheCreator #DontTapTheGlass #AlbumReview #HipHopLive #DEHH #TylerReview

We’re going live at 9 PM EST for a brand new episode of The Rundown where we break down the biggest stories in hip hop right now. From surprise album drops to ongoing beefs, viral moments and more, we’ve got a lot to talk about and we want y’all in the conversation too. Make sure to pull up, drop your thoughts in the chat and join the discussion live with the crew. Hit the bell so you don’t miss it. #HipHop #LiveDiscussion #DeadEndHipHop #TheRundown #RapNews

In this episode we’re reviewing the latest album from Nick Grant and breaking down everything from the lyricism and themes to the production and overall impact. Nick’s pen has always been sharp but does this new project push his artistry to another level? If you’ve been keeping up with his journey make sure to check out our episode of The Listening where Nick Grant originally premiered the track "Product, Dealer, User" and opened up about his creative process and how he feels about the current state of rappers today. Drop your thoughts on the album in the comments and let us know your favorite tracks. #NickGrant #ProductDealerUser #HipHopReview #DEHH #AlbumReview Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwNzLpk33dblyY2Gg-SyPxw/join Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We’re back with a review of Che Noir’s latest project The Color Chocolate 2 which continues to showcase her sharp lyricism and ear for soulful production. The crew dives into the highlights of the album from the bars to the beats and discusses how it stacks up in her growing catalog. If you’ve been rocking with Che for a minute you’ll definitely want to check out our interview with her from earlier this year on The Listening where we talked about her journey and creative process. Let us know in the comments what you think of the album and where it ranks among her best work. #CheNoir #TheColorChocolate2 #HipHopReview #DEHH #AlbumReview Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices