Benny's Crib

Episode 115 of RhymeBeat’s in-house podcast ‘Benny’s Crib. Bkap, a Massachusetts beatmaker and founder of 'New England Noize,' came thru this episode. We got-to-talkin about his early ties to Maine, linking with Spose and P Dank, bus drivers, diabetes, merch, Massachusetts hip hop, roast beef sandwiches, the genius of eLZhi, and an abundance of otha topics. Shoutout Soto on the theme song; infinite love to Yardie Ting for sponsoring this podcast. Thanks to you for tuning in!

Episode 114 of RhymeBeat’s in-house podcast ‘Benny’s Crib. Altered Gee (Teal Child, Bright Boy, Roach Dad) pulled up for this episode. We chatted about introductions + origin stories, Portland house parties, their stash of unreleased albums, Poptarts, Ruby Yacht tours, Sega game systems, Patrice Rushen, live performance goals, the chaos of youth, and countless other endeavors. Shoutout Soto on the theme song; infinite love to Yardie Ting for sponsoring this podcast. Big ups to Willow Pix on the video production assistance. AUDIO LINKS: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bennyscrib PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/Rhymebeat #207TilInfinity

Episode 113 of RhymeBeat’s in-house podcast ‘Benny’s Crib. This episode features 'Jahlil,' an MC currently based in Maine with ties to the Northeast and Texas. Our interview touched upon the vagus nerve, pros and cons of life in the 207, his early inspirations, poetry memories, construction, working at Genius for a hot minute, recent drops, plus more! Shoutout Soto on the theme song; infinite love to Yardie Ting for sponsoring this podcast.

Episode 112 of RhymeBeat’s in-house podcast ‘Benny’s Crib. This episode features hip hop artist and freestyle-lover 'Almond Butter Smooth.' We got-to-talking about freestyling (whouda thunk), energy, stretching, Graphic Melee, Damn Jam, Portland shizz, the phenomenon of gut bacteria, and many other rantings. Shoutout Soto on the theme song; infinite love to Yardie Ting for sponsoring this podcast.

Episode 111 of RhymeBeat’s in-house podcast ‘Benny’s Crib.’ Portland-based hip hop artist 'YKN Gibby' pulled up this time around, and brought 'YKN Pancho' with him. We talked about his upbringing in Atlanta, the importance of authenticity, his latest EP, Portland shit, the magic of language, what "YKN" stands for, ribs, and tons more. Shoutout Soto on the theme song; infinite love to Yardie Ting for sponsoring this podcast.

Episode 110 of RhymeBeat’s in-house podcast ‘Benny’s Crib.’ Legendary Maine producer/musician/artist God.Damn.Chan returns for this episode. Chan first visited back in late 2019 so we had lot to catch up on. Conversation topics touched upon his latest releases DIRT! and Big Smoke Vol. 1, DJ Muggs, making hash, local radio stations, drumkits, becoming a father, the upcoming music he wants to drop, Kashif, Kadeem, the importance of supporting your favorite independent artists, recording music on tape, and countless more! Shoutout Soto on the theme song; infinite love to Yardie Ting for sponsoring this podcast. Big ups to Willow Pix on the video production assistance. PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/Rhymebeat

Episode 109 of RhymeBeat’s in-house podcast ‘Benny’s Crib.’ 207 producer and musician 'Krate Killer' slid thru the crib this week. We chatted about different eras of The Alchemist, his background as a drummer, the importance of going to local shows, touring, upcoming collaborations, Barcelona, and a whole lot more! This podcast is sponsored by the delightful Yardie Ting. Much luv to y'all for supporting! PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/Rhymebeat

Episode 108 of RhymeBeat’s in-house podcast ‘Benny’s Crib.’ This time around we got Maine hip hop artist 'Trevor Hill' on the futon. Topics of conversation include Petey Pablo, hazardous Portland intersections, his collective 'Flowershop' and their latest album 'Shopping For Flowers,' the importance of discomfort, the genius of Prince, learning lessons while living in NYC, his upcoming mixtape 'W.A.T.O.V.I.,' and tons more! This podcast is sponsored by the beautiful Yardie Ting. Much luv to y'all. Big ups to Willow Pix on the video production assistance. PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/Rhymebeat

Episode 107 of RhymeBeat’s in-house podcast ‘Benny’s Crib.’ Special episode this time around - we got some repeat guests on the futon! In celebration of the show we're all puttin on this Friday 2/17, had to get three Benny's Crib alumni back at the crib. Maine-based musicians/artists Kristina Kentigian, Angelikah Fahray, and Just Milk discuss recent creative endeavors, our upcoming show at Blue, the genius of Missy Eliott, rapper workout regimens, the power of breathing, food from The Great Depression, favorite 207 artists, and much more!   Big love to Yardie Ting for sponsoring this podcast. Love y'all...see you next episode. Peace!   SHOW TIX: https://www.portcityblue.com/events/a-smooth-night-in-february  PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/Rhymebeat 

Episode 106 of RhymeBeat’s in-house podcast ‘Benny’s Crib.’ Guest for this episode is Portland-based DJ/producer 'COLDANDREW.' Our conversation focused on everything from his recent BOOTLEG RESOURCES projects, the transformative power of the Internet on the music industry, Sichuan Kitchen,  the butterfly effect, early millennium Portland stories, censorship, and a range of other topics.    Go peep COLDANDREW's new tapes on his Bandcamp page, and if you're in Portland on 12/7, go hit 'Stereo Dreams' at Sun Tiki Studios. Major gratitude to Yardie Ting for sponsoring this podcast. Love y'all...see you next episode. Peace! PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/Rhymebeat  #207TilInfinity

Episode 105 of RhymeBeat’s in-house podcast ‘Benny’s Crib.’ Guest for this episode is 207 painter/muralist/graffiti artist 'Ryan Adams.' Our discussion touched on growing up in Portland during the 80s/90s, how a leg-break changed his entire life, the infinite importance of MF DOOM, performance activism in Portland, breakfast burritos, how he developed his 'gem' style, his current solo exhibition 'Second Season,' and too many other tangents.   Adams' exhibition is currently up at Notch8 Gallery in Portland until November 12th. Benny’s Crib is sponsored by Yardie Ting...go and getchu a hot plate of curry aight? Thanks fo listening y'all.     PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/Rhymebeat

Episode 104 of RhymeBeat’s in-house podcast ‘Benny’s Crib.’ We got Maine producer/musician/artist 'Grand Vizier' on the futon this week. Interview topics detailed his cinematic new album Lies! Spies! And Private Eyes: Music to Investigate To, getting healthy, finding an early love for samplers/synths/gear, nursing school, 90s hip hop, the power of language, crate digging in Portland, and a cornucopia of others! Purchase Grand Vizier's new album on Bandcamp today. Benny’s Crib is sponsored by Yardie Ting...top floor of the Portland Public Market...go show some love! #207TilInfinity

Episode 103 of RhymeBeat’s in-house podcast ‘Benny’s Crib.’ This episode's guest is 207-based hip hop artist/vocalist ‘KevCoast.’ Our conversation expanded over a plethora of topics, including Limewire, self-care, his extensive travels, healing + grief, his latest project 'Hibiscus Samurai: Spaceship Music,' maintaining an open mind, and much more! Benny’s Crib is sponsored by Yardie Ting...thanks for listening y'all and go getchu a patty! #207TilInfinity

Episode 102 of RhymeBeat’s in-house podcast ‘Benny’s Crib.’ This week's episode features 207 vocalist/songwriter 'Matt Giard.' Our talk touched upon favorite mixtapes and blogs from high school, collabing with other 207 artists, growing up in the CD era, random Maine geography, his brand new self-titled album, deleting old music, his hatred of cheese, and countless other topics.his This podcast is sponsored by Yardie Ting...thanks for listening y'all! #207TilInfinity

Episode 101 of RhymeBeat’s in-house podcast ‘Benny’s Crib.’ This time around we have the homies from Timezone Studios at the crib, Y2KRAZY (Cardiac x Y2KJALEN) and Super Permy respectfully. We chatted about a unified love for OutKast, brotherly bonds, Permy's upcoming new tape, how they got their studio, working with other artists in the 207 scene, favorite late-night snacks, Memphis hip hop, and that's just the beginning yo. This podcast is sponsored by Yardie Ting...thanks for listening y'all! #207TilInfinity

Motherfuckin' episode ONE HUNDRED of RhymeBeat’s in-house podcast ‘Benny’s Crib.’ We really hit the triple digit club! Can you believe it!? What a celebration. A monumentous occasion such as this calls for something a little different. For that reason, I decided to interview myself and look back at the overall RhymeBeat journey thus far.   Conversation topics include impactful childhood moments, finding a love for music journalism as a young adult, navigating the post-college depression + haze, the early days of the RhymeBeat, the founding of this podcast, the changing Portland landscape, volcanos vs. tsunamis, what's to come the rest of 2022, and a whole lot more! This podcast is sponsored by Yardie Ting...thanks for listening y'all. Can't believe y'all rocked with us for this long. Spread love! #207TilInfinity

Episode ninety nine of RhymeBeat’s in-house podcast ‘Benny’s Crib.’ This week's guest is Maine-based artist/vocalist 'Chrizi Jamer.' We got to talking about growing up in Lubumbashi City, the harsh weather of Maine, his first EP 'My Afro JAM,' upcoming music + shows, crab legs, language, and an abundance of other topics! This podcast is sponsored by Yardie Ting...thanks for listening y'all. Spread love! #207TilInfinity

Episode ninety eight of RhymeBeat’s in-house podcast ‘Benny’s Crib.’ This week's guest is Maine DJ/producer/artist 'DJ Matt Perry.' Interview topics focused on getting into DJing on the Portland scene, his duo ADvsFx, pistol shrimp, legendary WMPG stories, facing life's tough moments, what he's been creating lately, and many more! This podcast is sponsored by Yardie Ting...thanks for listening y'all. Spread love! #207TilInfinity

Episode ninety seven of RhymeBeat’s in-house podcast ‘Benny’s Crib.’ This week's guest is Portland vocalist/producer 'Luthando.' We talked about church music, different eras of video games, his work with BDG, getting inspired to drop solo music, the ever-blossoming Portland scene, what's coming, and tons more! This podcast is sponsored by Yardie Ting...thanks for listening always. #207TilInfinity

Episode ninety six of RhymeBeat’s in-house podcast ‘Benny’s Crib.’ This week's guest is 207  producer 'Greyhat.’ Conversation points circulated the “glory days” of SoundCloud, Maine adolescence, his album ‘Tens,’ James Taylor, his fear of elevators, Zack Villere, his future endeavors, plus numerous others.This podcast is sponsored by Yardie Ting...thanks for listening always. #207TilInfinity