Music To Our Ears

<p>Join Mr Drew and Miss Lou for a left-field look at the big talking points in the world of urban music - from the UK all the way to the USA. Each week, this British couple offer unique and entertaining perspectives on the big stories of the previous few days. </p>

Episode 28: Coming To America 2 - The Verdict

Like so many people, Mr Drew and Miss Lou have been waiting patiently for some 30 years for the sequel to one of their favourite movies.Coming To America 2 is jam packed with famous musicians and has a brand new soundtrack to go with it. It's certainly dividing opinion, but which side of the fence do the guys fall on?After running through some of the latest music releases, Drew and Lou get stuck in to Eddie Murphy's much-discussed follow up.SPOILER ALERT: We’re covering a fair bit of detail a...

03-09
30:47

Interview with Pittsburgh DJ and streamer Selecta

Ahead of the Music To Our Ears ‘Strictly 90s’ Twitch Raid on Easter Sunday, we’re catching up with 5 incredible DJs from our lineup to hear about what the 90s means to them.As well as being a hip-hop fan with a taste for all things soulful and jazzy, Pittsburgh’s Selecta is a former record shop owner who has a hugely loyal following on Twitch. Here he lets us in on his love of 90s music.The Strictly 90s Raid Train takes place on Sunday 4th April and gets going from 11am BST - you can fo...

04-03
17:09

Interview with Ohio DJ and streamer DMan

Ahead of the Music To Our Ears ‘Strictly 90s’ Twitch Raid on Easter Sunday, we’re catching up with 6 incredible DJs from our lineup to hear about what the 90s means to them.Next up is battle DJ DMan who came out of retirement during lockdown and has been shelling down the place on both sides of the pond via his Twitch streams.Keep up with the Strictly 90s Raid Train from 11am BST on Sunday 4th April.Catch DJ DMN from 11:15am EST/4:15pm BST Podcast intro and outro music credit: 'Truckee'...

03-31
18:40

Interview with London club DJ and streamer Ray Domingo

Ahead of the Music To Our Ears ‘Strictly 90s’ Twitch Raid on Easter Sunday we’re catching up with 5 incredible DJs from our lineup to hear about what the 90s mean to them.West London-based Ray is one of the most prolific streaming DJs from the UK and a total New Jack Swing addict. Here he discusses his journey from keen record collector to one of the most respected DJ on Twitch. Plus, he gives us his top three 90s records.The Strictly 90s Raid Train kicks off from 11am BST on Sunday 4th April...

03-30
11:35

Interview with Toronto producer and turntablist DJ Grouch

Ahead of the Music To Our Ears ‘Strictly 90s’ Twitch Raid on Easter Sunday we’re catching up with 5 incredible DJs from our lineup to hear about what the 90s mean to them. And Toronto producer DJ Grouch is first up, sharing his story and giving us his top three 90s records. Keep up with the Strictly 90s Raid Train from 11am BST on Sunday 4th April.Catch DJ Grouch from 3:15pm EST/8:15pm BSTABOUT DJ GROUCHBorn in Panama, the Toronto native has performed with various Canadian and internati...

03-29
08:22

Episode 43: Assessing the 50 Worst Rappers In History

Mr Drew and Miss Lou give their take on the 50 worst rappers' list, recently published on Worldstar Hip-Hop, and ask among other things...how on earth is Ludacris on that list? There’s also time to look at Ne-Yo’s polygamous life following his trip to Brazil with his THREE girlfriends. Podcast intro and outro music credit: 'Truckee' by Otis McDonald Insta and Twitter: @musicto_ourears

10-13
48:38

Episode 38: Yeezy Does It (Again)

Kanye West is a man with serious issues, so why do people keep giving him a platform? Mr Drew and Miss Lou are here to talk about it. Plus, is it finally time for Lauryn Hill to retire?Podcast intro music credit: 'Truckee' by Otis McDonald Insta and Twitter: @musicto_ourearsFollow Mr Drew on Twitch: twitch.tv/djmrdrewuk Podcast intro and outro music credit: 'Truckee' by Otis McDonald Insta and Twitter: @musicto_ourears

10-29
36:24

Episode 37: R. Kelly convicted, Omarion's watermelon and Usher's tiny success

Mr Drew and Miss Lou reflect on the official guilty verdict for disgraced R&B legend R. Kelly and what it means for the music. Plus there's a look back at the B.E.T. awards and Usher's tiny desk concert.Podcast intro music credit: 'Truckee' by Otis McDonald Insta and Twitter: @musicto_ourearsFollow Mr Drew on Twitch: twitch.tv/djmrdrewuk Podcast intro and outro music credit: 'Truckee' by Otis McDonald Insta and Twitter: @musicto_ourears

07-09
43:22

Will Smith, Chris Rock and that Oscars Slap

Will Smith succeeded in turning the 2022 Oscars into an instant meme by slapping the holy spirit out of Chris Rock. It was a move so monumental that it bought Miss Lou and Mr Drew out of temporary podcast-retirement to discuss it on the very same day!Podcast intro music credit: 'Truckee' by Otis McDonald Insta and Twitter: @musicto_ourearsFollow Mr Drew on Twitch: www.twitch.tv/djmrdrewuk Podcast intro and outro music credit: 'Truckee' by Otis McDonald Insta and Twitter: @musicto_o...

03-29
52:07

Episode 34: Kanye West's Beautiful Twisted Dark Baby Mama Dramas

Kanye West is once again dominating the headlines as things get sour between him and Kim K, whilst he shows off his new Fox. Plus is Muni Long in for the long haul...and how the hell should we be saying her name?Podcast intro music credit: 'Truckee' by Otis McDonald Insta and Twitter: @musicto_ourearsFollow Mr Drew on Twitch: twitch.tv/djmrdrewuk Podcast intro and outro music credit: 'Truckee' by Otis McDonald Insta and Twitter: @musicto_ourears

01-27
27:20

Episode 33: DaBaby vs DaniLeigh, Faith Evans vs Stevie J, Ashanti vs Irv Gotti

In this latest pod, Mr Drew and Miss Lou get stuck into DaniLeigh and Baby’s recent public marital Instagram clash. There’s also time to discuss Travis Scott’s recent trials, Faith Evans latest break-uo, the most important new releases…and why Ashanti wants no one to download her first album.Podcast intro music credit: 'Truckee' by Otis McDonald Insta and Twitter: @musicto_ourearsFollow Mr Drew on Twitch: twitch.tv/djmrdrewuk Podcast intro and outro music credit: 'Truckee' by...

12-01
45:50

Episode 32: Time to discuss Drake's Certified Lover Boy...and Have Mercy on Chloe Bailey

It's been a long time, they shouldn't have left you...but Mr Drew and Miss Lou are back up in your area to discuss Drake's long-awaited (and record breaking) new LP Certified Lover Boy (CLB)...Is it his worst yet? And what's with the album cover design? Plus there's time to talk Chloe Bailey and Normani's new image.Podcast intro music credit: 'Truckee' by Otis McDonald Insta and Twitter: @musicto_ourearsFollow Mr Drew on Twitch: twitch.tv/djmrdrewuk Podcast intro and outro music cr...

09-16
41:17

Episode 31: Usher brings the Pain, Nick can't control his Cannon and is it white boy season?

Miss Lou and Mr Drew share their views on the Usher comments that left T-Pain on the verge of depression. And with Father’s Day having passed recently, we ask can sons of hip-hop stars ever continue the rapping legacy of their daddies?…Plus when will Nick Cannon stop having kids? Finally, there’s time for a quick debate on the question…is R&B really in better shape now than in the 90s?Podcast intro music credit: 'Truckee' by Otis McDonald Insta and Twitter: @musicto_ourears...

06-27
50:20

Episode 30: Black girls (and Aubrey) unite for a BET special

Miss Lou and Mr Drew are back on pod duties to discuss some must-see R&B reality TV including a brand new show on BET coming soon to a screen near you. They also discover Miss Lou's hidden talent for doing white Californian girl accents.Podcast intro music credit: 'Truckee' by Otis McDonald Insta and Twitter: @musicto_ourears, @MistaDrew, @MissLouOn Sunday 30th May Mr Drew presents ‘The Strictly 90s R&B Raid Train’ - follow all the action with a great line up of DJs on Twit...

05-28
32:48

Episode 29: The Life and Art of DMX

Mr Drew is riding solo this week as he shares some quick personal reflections on the life and art of Earl Simmons AKA DMX. The Yonkers rapper who passed away last month made a huge impact on the game and he most certainly made his mark on the charts.But what is his legacy - and can he truly be considered “one of the greatest to ever do it”? Podcast intro and outro music credit: 'Truckee' by Otis McDonald Insta and Twitter: @musicto_ourears

05-05
21:06

Episode 27: Jazmine Sullivan Gets Naughty and Ashanti Smashes Keyshia Cole

Miss Lou and Mr Drew are back fighting fit as they return for the first time in in 2021 to celebrate birthday ladies Mary J Blige and Aaliyah. Plus there’s a look back at the Ashanti and Keyshia Cole Verzuz and a review of the first major R&B release of the year from Jasmine Sullivan.Podcast intro music credit: 'Truckee' by Otis McDonald Insta and Twitter: @musicto_ourears, @MistaDrew, @MissLouFollow Mr Drew on Twitch twitch.tv/djmrdrewuk Podcast intro and outro music cred...

01-28
43:49

Interview with R&B maestro, Jon B!

We're joined by one of R&B’s favourite sons, for the final Music To Ears podcast of 2020...Jon B!Join Mr Drew and Miss Lou as they probe the man behind legendary hits such as They Don’t Know, Everytime, Are U Still Down? And Someone To Love…He discusses (among other things): what his favourite current R&B star did to shock him when they first met...which legendary rapper he considers as the best…his fondest memory of the late DJ Steve Sutherland…what he really thinks of Christmas albu...

12-24
41:55

Episode 25: Badly behaved Brits including Dutchavelli, Headie One and Tion Wayne, plus Grammy nominations

Miss Lou and Mr Drew take time to pass judgement on a series of British rappers making the headlines for the all the wrong reasons. Rodney P, Dutchavelli, Not3s, Tion Wayne and Headie One all come under the moral microscope.Plus, the Grammy nominations are out and the R&B and rap nominations are confusing us more than ever!Twitter: @MistaDrew or @MissLouIntro music credit: 'Truckee' by Otis McDonald Follow Mr Drew’s DJ streams: twitch.tv/djmrdrewuk Podcast intro and outro...

12-01
49:54

Episode 24: Cardi B attacks her fans, Jaguar Wright goes on the rampage and Tory Lanez gets cancelled

Miss Lou and Mr Drew run down the essential releases of the past few weeks before getting stuck into Cardi B’s latest social media meltdown. There’s also time to debate which of the accusations made by Jaguar Wright ring true following her scattergun attack on the music industry. Finally, Miss Lou explains obsession with cancel culture.Twitter: @MistaDrew or @MissLouIntro music credit: 'Truckee' by Otis McDonald Podcast intro and outro music credit: 'Truckee' by Otis McDonald Insta and ...

10-23
44:40

Episode 23: Diversity race storm, Megan Thee Stallion filth, and who cares about Brandy and Monica?

After 8 weeks away from the fray, Miss Lou and Mr Drew are back to muse over some of the biggest stories of the day in the urban music world. There’s the Alesha Dixon and Ashley Banjo race storm, a look back at the record Verzuz battle between Brandy and Monica and confusion over why Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion decided to bring filth to the mainstream.@MistaDrew or @MissLouIntro music credit: 'Truckee' by Otis McDonald Podcast intro and outro music credit: 'Truckee' by Otis McDonald...

09-15
32:09

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