Rhythm and Rhymes

Deep Dives into Music Icons, Industry Insights & October Happenings On this episode of Run the Mirai, hosts AJ and Antonio Hughes explore various dimensions of the music industry and their evolving tastes. They discuss artists they've grown to appreciate, highlight DaBaby's new mixtape, and review Leon Thomas's standout R&B album 'Mutt'. The dialogue extends to the business of music with insights on written agreements, Eve's catalog sale, and the impact of TikTok Music's shutdown on streaming services. Additionally, they cover the extensive music catalog of LaRussell, Meek Mill's new releases, and upcoming October events. Tune in for engaging discussions, artist shout-outs, and exciting updates! 00:00 Sequence 00:05 Introduction and Host Introduction 00:16 Artists Who Changed Our Minds 01:34 TikTok Music Discoveries 02:22 J. Cole's Evolution 04:44 DaBaby's New Mixtape 07:45 Leon Thomas' New Album 13:36 Nelly and St. Lunatics Lawsuit 21:02 Eve Sells Her Catalog 22:23 The Value of Music Catalogs 22:55 Eve's Rough Rider Records 23:49 Syncing Music for Revenue 24:52 TikTok Music Shutdown 26:38 Spotify's Market Position 29:15 TikTok's Influence on Music Creation 32:40 Songs of the Week 38:43 Upcoming Events and Wrap-Up

Ultimate R&B Showdown: Tory Lanez vs. PartyNextDoor & New Music Reviews On this episode of Rhythm & Rhymes, get ready for a 3v3 song battle between Tory Lanez and PartyNextDoor as hosts AJ and Antonio Hughes compare iconic tracks like 'Break From Toronto' vs. 'Proud Family.' The hosts also dive into their recent music listens featuring Dochi's 'Alligator Bites Never Heal,' Drake's latest releases including 'Blue Green Red,' and fascinating beat switches from Doja Cat, Rhapsody, and Tierra Whack. Also discussed are upcoming projects from Wizkid and Nicki Minaj, fresh tracks from Central C and JPEGMAFIA, and nostalgic 90s vibes courtesy of Adina Howard. Tune in for exclusive insights and vibrant music recommendations! 00:00 Introduction and Podcast Overview 00:15 3v3 Song Battle: Tory Lanez vs. Party Next Door 05:47 Doechii - Alligator Bites Never Heal 05:47 Music Reviews: Dochi's New Project 07:35 Discussion on Female Rappers and Their Impact 11:04 New Music Releases and Recommendations 12:52 Drake's Unique Release Strategy 17:53 Upcoming Projects and Anticipations 21:43 Songs of the Week and Closing Remarks

In episode 65 of the Rhythm and Rhymes podcast, hosts AJ and Antonio Hughes attempt to guess the top 15 songs in New York City as ranked by Apple Music. They also recap their experiences at Lollapalooza, sharing standout performances and overall ratings. The hosts then review new music releases, including albums by Asake, Lotto, Larry June, Kelvin Momo, and discussions about artists like Vince Staples and J. Cole. Other new music highlights include J Balvin, Kali Uchis, and Show Dem Camp projects. 00:00 Start 01:03 Top Songs in New York City 08:00 Lollapalooza Experience 17:50 New Music Releases 17:56 "Lungu Boy" - Asake 20:43 Album Collaborations and Global Appeal 24:11 Latto's New Project 28:20 Larry June's Unique Sound 30:34 Kelvin Momo's Marathon Album 33:57 Vince Staples vs. J. Cole

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The racially ambiguous boys rappin' this week! On Episode 58 of Rhythm & Rhymes Hosts AJ & Antonio get into new music releases right away including Vince Staple’s latest project ‘Dark Times,” Meekz's new project “TRU,” Shenseea’s latest project “Never Gets Late Here,” and more. The guys wrap with a cape for Jay-Z and his infamous album ‘Magna Carta Holy Grail’ and how it SHOULD have top 10 first-week album sales, but isn’t recognized as such by Billboard. 0:00 Episode 58 R&R 00:24 Central Cee x Lil Baby- BAND4BAND 02:42 RISK TAKER- BLXST X OFFSET 04:39 BEST FRIEND- RUSS AND MELII 07:27 DARK TIMES- VINCE STAPLES 12:29 NEVER GETS LATE HERE- SHENSEEA 14:54 TRU- MEEKZ 18:33 JAY Z MAGNA CARTA RELEASE BREAKDOWN 23:35 DESPERATE MEASURES- JUICY J 24:09 DIVA- ISAIAH FALLS

Why did Prince write slave on his face and change his name during the '90s? Questions answered in this episode of Rhythm & Rhymes. Hosts Aj & Antonio dive into Prince's dispute with Warner Bros in the 90s and how ahead of the curve he was thinking in regards to creative control. Then the guys get into new music including Rapsody's new album 'Please Don't Cry,' Burna Boy's Tswala Remix, and more. And finally, we try and pinpoint the song of the summer.Follow Our SocialsInstagram:⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/realrandr/⁠⁠Tik Tok:⁠⁠ https://www.tiktok.com/@realrandr⁠⁠AJ's Instagram:⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/_ajhughes/Antonio's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ant_hughes2/Add Our Spotify Playlists: https://open.spotify.com/user/vbygscxeuxnvpodaqonrhndd6?si=1c0fbaf5609b4a5 00:00 Timestamps 03:11 Prince and his Label Disputes 12:42 New Music 12:53 please don't cry- Rapsody 16:51 Marathon Continues- Scraps and Kano 17:13 Tshwala Bam Remix- Burna Boy 21:12 What is Song of the Summer? 26:13 War Dogs- Nicholas Craven X Ransaom X Che Noir 26:43 Beltway- Opal OD 27:45 Walk Ye Phara- DJ Maphorisa 28:16 baby By me- 50 Cent

Is Drake this generation’s Michael Jackson? On this episode of Rhythm & Rhymes, coming off of the heels of the Drake & Kendrick Beef Aj dives into the Michael Jackson/Sony disputes and how MJ’s business dealings could have potentially made enemies of the music labels and other people surrounding his career. Hosts AJ & Antoniio then dive into new music including Chief Keef’s Almighty So 2, Gunna’s One of Wun, Ayra Starr’s new single/upcoming album, and more. Topics also briefly discussed include Lil Durk relaunching OTF, and King Comb Dissing 50 Cent, the first boogie man. Follow Our Socials Instagram:⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/realrandr/⁠⁠ Tik Tok:⁠⁠ https://www.tiktok.com/@realrandr⁠⁠ AJ's Instagram:⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/_ajhughes/ Antonio's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ant_hughes2/ Add Our Spotify Playlists: https://open.spotify.com/user/vbygscxeuxnvpodaqonrhndd6?si=1c0fbaf5609b4a5 0:00 56 03:44 Michael Jackson & Sony Dispute 23:51 Chief Keef Almighty So 2 35:17 One of Wun-Gunna 37:19 singles

Listen to The Immaculate Vibe Radio: https://soundcloud.com/realrandr Nailed him to the cross. With Drake taking this L in Hip Hop, this episode of Rhythm & Rhymes is about the aftermath. -What will Drake do In the coming months? -Who will fill the megavoid in the pop space of the culture? -Will Antonio get a call back from this anonymous girl? Questions of magnitude that hosts AJ & Antonio attempt to answer in Episode 55.

Chief Keef is coming back to Chicago. On this episode of Rhythm and Rhymes, AJ & Antonio start with the Lyrical Lemonade lineup, which is highlighted by Chief Keef's unbanning from his hometown Chicago, the guys also get into the 'sleaze' wave with Cash Cobain, the Pharell Williams biopic, and more. New Music this week includes Party Next Door's P4, Tems' new single 'Love Me Jeje', and others.

Listen to The Immaculate Vibe Radio:⁠https://soundcloud.com/realrandr ‘Legend in 2 games like I’m Pee Wee Kirkland’ This week on the Rhythm & Rhymes Podcast Drake brought AI to the rap game pun intended. Hosts AJ & Antonio Hughes discuss what the ‘Taylor Made Freestyle’ means for music as a whole, and if it will affect what we get as fans moving forward. The two get into Davido’s partnership with United Masters and his independence, the DOJ lawsuit brought on the Live Nation Cartel, and more. It was a slow week for music, outside of a couple of singles from outside the US including, Uncle Waffle’s “Wadibusa,” Headie One new single ft. Stormzy with production by Tay Keith, “Cry No More,” and an Odumodublvck and Blaqbonez collab. Listen to The Immaculate Vibe Radio:https://soundcloud.com/realrandr

Drop & Give Me 50. the shot heard around the world. After AJ recaps his experience at a Delta probate, AJ & Antonio get into Drake's leaked diss song and how this rap beef is the only thing people are talking about at the moment. The guys briefly get into new music from this week from Future x Metro Boomin, Feid and Yandel, Nia Archives, Young Jonn & More. Follow Our Socials Instagram:⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/realrandr/⁠⁠ Tik Tok:⁠⁠ https://www.tiktok.com/@realrandr⁠⁠ AJ's Instagram:⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/_ajhughes/ Antonio's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ant_hughes2/ Add Our Spotify Playlists: https://open.spotify.com/user/vbygscxeuxnvpodaqonrhndd6?si=1c0fbaf5609b4a5

The beginning of the end of rap beef. On this episode of Rhythm & Rhymes, Hosts AJ & Antonio discuss the clear Big 3 rap beef along with the other tifts between Wale & Meek, and the city girls. Later in the episode, AJ brings up the producers moving drill and dancehall forward, M1 and Rvssian, and why that's good for music overall. Follow Our Socials Instagram:⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/realrandr/⁠⁠ Tik Tok:⁠⁠ https://www.tiktok.com/@realrandr⁠⁠ AJ's Instagram:⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/_ajhughes/ Antonio's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ant_hughes2/ Add Our Spotify Playlists: https://open.spotify.com/user/vbygscxeuxnvpodaqonrhndd6?si=1c0fbaf5609b4a5

This episode of R&R was interesting, to say the least. Host AJ started with more on his prediction surrounding the state of hip-hop, and then the duo got into new music including SiR’s newest album ‘Heavy,’ Blxst & Feid’s collab, ‘Do Not Disturb’ by Nemzz & more. The two rap up with new albums they’re looking forward to until they have an unexpected interruption… Follow Our Socials Instagram:⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/realrandr/⁠⁠ Tik Tok:⁠⁠ https://www.tiktok.com/@realrandr⁠⁠ AJ's Instagram:⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/_ajhughes/ Antonio's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ant_hughes2/ Add Our Spotify Playlists:  https://open.spotify.com/user/vbygscxeuxnvpodaqonrhndd6?si=1c0fbaf5609b4a5