Set the Bar Mixshow

DJ Oplex curates an hour of non stop Indie Hip-Hop for your musical pleasure. This week's featured artists are Baang, Valid & Stretch Money, Yunie, Jasper Logan and more!

DJ Oplex drops an onslaught of urban, indie Hip-Hop to showcase the authenticity of Hip-Hop Music and proves that in order for one to cut a good record, it often means the artist loves what he or she is doing. Episode 101 goes back to basics since most of the artists featured were guest on the Set the Bar Mixshow. Follow me here: https://www.instagram.com/oplexmusic/   Showcase losLAUREN 718 - Birthday Cake (feat. The Kid Kleo) [Radio Edit] Trem Sol - Peace Vibes (feat. C.D.O.T) Vice - Illustrious!!! Larry June & The Alchemist - Ocean Sounds Oplex - The Feel C-Red & The Roux - Mama Told Me Da'juan Dupri - Perfect eMCee Baang - Say I'm Lyin Big Piph - No Filter Eminem - Infinite Moplex - Run For It (feat. Kendall Spencer) Valid & Stretch Money - So Divine Iz316 - Don't No Body Love Us Voice Track - Jun20-2041 Jasper Logan - Fall Back Freestyle 2/ Be Lonely with Me (feat. Kyle Cox) Smoke DZA - House of Blues (feat. Wiz Khalifa, Big K.R.I.T., Curren$y & Girl Talk) DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince - Summertime Snoop Dogg - R U A Freak

After a much needed break, Dj Oplex flexes his muscles on his radar on urban Hip-Hop Music and dispels the myth of Hip-Hop being a cookie cutter genre. Hip-Hop has always thrived in the underground and episode 100 is...what it is. It's Me, You and Hip-Hop!!!!?  The Set The Bar Mixshow represents authentic Hip-Hop that is NOT influenced by major labels or money. We represent the Culture. BLACK MUSIC MONTH: SET THE BAR MIXSHOW - DETERMINATION King Rab - PLEDGE TO the GAME (feat. T Stunna) DJ Oplex Soundbytes - New Music Vice - Life Lines DJ Oplex Soundbytes - STB Joey Hustle - Time Sake Voice Track - Jun06-2012 Umbravo & DJ Butch - Country Roads (Produced by Umbravo) (1) Jasper Logan - One Down (feat. King Pimpin') Baang - Say I'm Lyin Voice Track - Jun06-2023 Kendall Spencer - Without You Yunie - Stefani (Radio Edit) Oplex - The Feel Voice Track - Jun06-2033 Trem Sol - Staying Up (feat. King Reccless) Kumi Hues - LIKwid MOtion Joey Hustle - Light Up 607 - OverCompass Da'juan Dupri - The Fade (Freestyle) Baang - Say I'm Lyin Vice - Illustrious!!! Backpack Beatz - 56 (feat. C-Red) Moplex - Soul Glow (Special Version)      

After a much needed break, Set The Bar strikes back with a "slowed down hour" of R&B, soul and Hip-Hop Music all curated by DJ Oplex. Urban indie artists like Desmond Days and Dajuan Dupri hang out with Lil Yachty and Emily King. The only way to know how it plays out is to listen.

DJ Oplex speaks on an explosive topic that includes exploring the advantages and disadvantages of AI in music creation. He discusses how it will impact listeners and its potential to compromise Organic Authenticity. Meanwhile he features new music from Mobb Deep, Victoria Noellel, RJ Payne and more. Don't miss this controversial episode!! Playlist Life on Mars - Jay Electronica Anthem - Victoria Noelle Intervention - Sabis The God I'm Still - Hilari Amira Kitchen - West Side Gunn (feat. Tom Soos & AA Rashid) Moon - Daniel Caesar (feat. Bon Iver) Both Eyes Closed - Asap Rocky Evil Streets - RJ Payne Taj Mahal - Mobb Deep & The Alchemist When I Feel Like It - Willie the Kid & Soop   Sign up to DJ's Oplex's email list to stay current on new music, gigs and more at www.oplexmusic.com Follow Oplex on IG

On this episode, DJ Oplex scans through a plethora of new releases to find bar setting songs that are meaningful for the culture. Only new released music graces the show including new music from Chance the Rapper, Emi Secrest, Teyana Taylor and more. Meanwhile, he explores the idea of being notified that this is your last day to live. The plot thickens as he dives into a discussion centered around mortality and legacy. Join DJ Oplex's mailing list on my website to stay plugged on his newest news and updates. Follow DJ Oplex on IG Playlist The Negro Problem - Chance the Rapper (feat. BJ the Chicago Kid) Palaces - Lupe Fiasco (feat. Troy Tyler) Arrival - No Spirit & Satyr Caught up In This Illusion - Juicy J & Endea Owens (feat. Kenneth Whalum) Prick - Westside Gunn Rain Every Season - Evidence (feat. The Alchemist) Numb - Giveon Cotton Candy Blvd - India Shawn (feat. Lucky Daye) Ruby Blue - Emi Secrest (feat. Juicy J) Pum Pum Jump - Teyana Taylor (feat. Jill Scott & Tyla) Lalelani - Kazba De Small & DJ Maphorisa (feat. Zaba, Njelic & Dlala Thukzin) *Peace, Love & Music on Top  

DJ Oplex rants on his qualms with the music industry while explaining that being yourself is what is expected in Hip-Hop and what you should do. He speaks on systemic problems with the genre while spinning new music from Clipse, Bizarre, Living Legends and more. Dust off  your woke card. Episode 115 is here. Follow DJ Oplex: https://www.instagram.com/oplexmusic/ Supreme Curation: Inglorious Bastard - Clips (feat. Ab Liva) Tempo - Living Legends (feat. Reverie) High Stakes - Benny the Butcher (feat. 38 Spesh) Whole Lotta $ - LE$ & DJ Mr. Rogers 99 (feat. Daecolm)  Olamide, Seyi Vibez, Asake & Young John Die With A Buzz - Sam Be Yourself & Nathan Hui-Yi Chandeliers - Clipse (feat. Nas) Motion - Bizarre (feat. King Gordy & X-Factor) So Long - Old Man Saxon & Bei Ru Evolve - Big Piph (feat. Bijoux)

DJ Oplex returns from a 2 month hiatus while still listening to bar setting music. Not only does he unleash new music from DMX, Junetober, Stoop Lee and more, he also discusses his feelings on when you feel you are losing yourself and how that plays out, when you're in Vegas. Tap in for the moment: Ep. 114 is here.   Bring Out The Worse - DMX feat. Joyner Lucas Hey - G Perico Health Science - West Side Gunna feat. Brother Tom Sos Dotted Lines - Stoop Lee & Jailyn Rimbaud Cool - S Gawd Painting The Stars - Xavier Omar feat. Jai_Len Josey City - Master Killa feat. Jamall Ray Like This -  Brynn Elise Missing in Atlanta - Junetober Calming Storms - Oplex Ebasini (feat. Tman Xpress, Visca, Ceeka RSA & Sjavasdadeejay) - Bonus Track

In this episode, DJ Oplex's highlights the critical need for artist validation. Inspired by a late Arkansas rapper, he stresses giving validation to talent while they're here, not after. While touching on how music celebrates life and death, he also highlights that Hip-Hop artists' music often resonates the strongest in their local community making them unsung legends in smaller demographics. It's "one of those" shows packed with dope music and insightful dialogue. Follow Dj Oplex: https://www.instagram.com/oplexmusic/ Feel - Kendrick Lamar Duece To This - Tem Nel Casa Lopez - Venna Welcome -  Deezy Hollow No Caption - Trem Sol Outro - Tem Nel Oh My Mind -  Junetober Bezwen Ou - Fridayy Pragmatic - Ransom Find Our Way - Kendall Spencer (Produced By August Fanon) To You - Juicy J feat. Robert Glasper La La - Slum Village

Is there such a thing as bad music? DJ Oplex thinks so. In episode 112, he explains his February hiatus AND breaks down why opinions on music doesn't make them truth. Get ready for a thought-provoking discussion! #MusicDebate #PodcastAlert #DJOplex #BadMusicExplained Follow DJ Oplex here: https://www.instagram.com/oplexmusic/ (Click the link in bio to get plugged) PlayList: One Time - Sam Be Yourself Out of the Blue - Mereba Here For You - Junetober Super Hero - Dave East Feat. Scram Jones Let it Out - Ana Pshokina Rhythm and Blues - Ayra Starr Top Down - C Red feat. Jack Freeman My Window - Lucky Daye I Can't Wait to Get There - Wknd All The While - J. Brown Lossy Enid - Rich Gang 93 Octane - Oplex Forged By Fire - Kendall Spencer  OverCompass - 607

On Episode 111 of the Set the Bar Mixshow, DJ Oplex kicks off 2025 with a fresh perspective and shares one of his personal goals for the year. He dives into the art of goal-setting, offering insights on how to choose objectives that resonate deeply with yourself. He then connects this concept to his passion for music, curating a powerful selection of tracks that bridge 2024 and 2025. As always, Oplex blends soulful hip-hop and indie vibes, creating an inspiring soundscape for listeners. Don't miss this impactful start to the new year—tune in and set your bar high! Follow DJ Oplex: https://www.instagram.com/oplexmusic/ DJ Oplex: https://oplexmusic.com/about-me/ Playlist: This is the Way - Logic Steel - Yunie feat. Tish Hyman Hey Now - Kendrick Lamar feat. Dody6 Welcome - Deezy Hollow Feels Like Ectasy - Junetober Time's Up - Kasey Hill Suicide Doors - Juicy J feat. Cordae Only You - Oplex Rabbit Island - Freddie Gibbs Passion - LL Cool J Mis Amigos - Apollo Brown & CrimeApple Montera Freestyle - Dayo Gold & Leo Pastel  

On this special year-end edition, DJ Oplex brings you a curated selection of the finest urban indie hip-hop tracks, spotlighting artists who have graced the show and beyond. This mix reflects the authentic essence of hip-hop, steering clear of mainstream influence to deliver raw, organic sounds. Alongside the music, Oplex revisits some standout moments from the year, including self-development insights and a breakdown of the explosive Kendrick Lamar and Drake feud that captivated the hip-hop culture. Don't miss this celebration of indie artistry and cultural commentary! Follow DJ Oplex: https://www.instagram.com/oplexmusic/ Website: https://oplexmusic.com/about-me/ Set the Bar Setters - 2024 (Playlist) *Use of music is for promotional use only Penthouse Hideaway - Johnny Ciggs feat. DJ Billy Nguyen) Postgame Interview - Baang Just This Once - Leake (feat. JT London) Soul on Ice - Kendall Spencer No Ducking - Doeman Fleeing the Scene - Dennis Hobbs feat. Jacks   Transmission Fluid - Esham feat. Stretch Money Kingdom Heartz - Dajuan Dupri Steel - Yunie feat. Tish Hyman   Empty - Jasper Logan Feeling You - Courtney Bell feat. Ariel J. Precious Cargo - Dennis Hobbs feat. Moplex   Something's Got a Hold of Me - Nicolay feat. Yahzarah Feels Like - Oplex Blow Drow - Gainstaville feat. Kendawg520 What Can I Do - Los Lauren feat Danesha Bullard Time Sake - Joey Hustle   Never End - King Rab Telepathy - Feat. King Rab, Kendall Spencer & Joey Hustle Slide - Supa Star Six   Staying Up  -Trem Sol feat. King Reckless Only You - Oplex

DJ Oplex explores frustrating communication styles and introduces the concept of "silent disruptors." While the episode features bold and direct hip-hop tracks, it contrasts the musical assertiveness with the subtlety of silent disruptors in our lives. Listeners are encouraged to reflect on whether they have such figures in their circles, making for a thought-provoking blend of commentary and hard-hitting tracks. Follow Me: https://www.instagram.com/oplexmusic/ New Oplex Music: Listen Here Support the movement by sharing the Podcast to others!!!!!!  Playlist: G Perico - Turn Up the Flame Dusty Decks - Slipping Mats Oplex - Telepathy Kendrick Lamar - Tv Off Dajuan Dupri - 145th E. Freestyle Oplex -  Replenish Payroll Giovani - 5's and 6's MC Breed feat. Tupac Gotta Get Mine (Remix) Nicolay - Atmospheres Collides (Feat. Bain) Oplex - 93 Octane

Episode 108 focuses on navigating differences in opinions and the importance of letting go when disagreements arise. Meanwhile Dj Oplex drops new music from Snoop Dogg, Chance the Rapper and more. The question becomes can you let go of the tension you feel when someone doesn't agree with you? Follow Me: https://www.instagram.com/oplexmusic/ New Oplex Music: Listen Here Support the movement by sharing the Podcast to others!!!!!! 

In the latest episode of the podcast, DJ Oplex explores mental health, consciousness, and human well-being through Soul and Hip-Hop music. The episode emphasizes self-discovery, highlighting that, only the wise truly understand their identity. From Kendrick Lamar to Foreign Exchange, it's all here. The question becomes, who are you? Follow DJ Oplex here Support the movement by sharing and liking!

Episode 106 of the Set The Bar Mixshow encourages listeners to reflect on living a life of no regrets. By blending jazz, hip-hop, soul, pop, gospel and fusion, DJ Oplex inspires people to make conscious decisions about how they want to live their lives by playing heartfelt music. ✌🏾❤️🎶  In the end, it's up to you. ✌🏾❤️🎶 From Michael Jackson to Courtney Bell, it's all here. ✌🏾❤️🎶 Follow DJ Oplex here Support the Set The Bar Mixshow by spreading the word! ✌🏾❤️🎶

Episode 105 of the Set The Bar Mix Show features DJ Oplex discusses the true purpose of life through a time management lense and playing new music from Danielle, LL Cool J, Kendall Spencer, and Iz316, along with chill-hop, R&B, soul, and hip-hop vibes for your musical pleasure.    Follow DJ Oplex here: https://www.instagram.com/oplexmusic/ Support by sharing the good vibez music heads!

DJ Oplex takes down a road of impermanence. He discusses being in the moment while spinning some of today's hottest Hip-Hop and Soul music.. How does being in the moment affect how you listen to music? It's the place where quality Hip-Hop, Soul and R&B is always showcased. Tap in to the Set The Bar Mixshow!!   Follow me here: https://www.instagram.com/oplexmusic/ www.oplexmusic.com   Playlist Boiled Blood (Feat. Ndefru)) - Johnny Ciggs Higher Level - Killer Mike Feeling You - Courtney Bell   Power of Two - Janaelle Monae Eastside Intro - Tiwa Savage Canary - Stoop Lee & Charlie Bug Get Gone - Kumi Hues   Four Cornered Room - Dop Funk Gangsters Anonymous - G Perico Deniro & Peschi - Dave East & Vado   Growtivation - 607 Scientist & Engineers (Feat. Future & Eryn Allen Kane)  

DJ Oplex discusses how interpreting and undestimating the mystery of life signifcantly impacts how we process what we feel and what is real and in the meantime, a premium curation of Soul and Hip-Hip Hop music is all here. Are you ready? Follow Oplex: https://www.instagram.com/oplexmusic/   Playlist Credits: Slummer 4 Junkies - Killa Mike Issues - Courtney Bell Everything - Was  Steps Beach - Childish Gambino Lemonade - Lucky Day Hold On - Tems Look What You've Done - Rapsody Interlude - Sabrina Claudio Sucia (feat. Jill Scott & Young Miko) A Dry Red - Janalle Monae Morning Glory - Jamiroquai

DJ Oplex unleashes a 52 minute mix covering some of the best Hip-Hop and R&B in the land. Featured artists include Notorious BIG, Moplex, Stoop Lee, Common, The Roots and much more. Sit back and enjoy bar setting music. Follow me here: https://www.instagram.com/oplexmusic/