The Joe Budden Podcast with Rory & Mal

After sitting with Drake's 'Certified Lover Boy' album for the weekend, the crew discusses if their thoughts change toward the project since its release (17:15). Although Kanye's album dropped 2 weeks ago, it was the track that he didn't release that had everyone talking this weekend, specifically Andre 3000's featured verse (27:55). The crew debate why it was left off of the album and unanimously agree that 3 stacks should return to making music and Joe claims Andre 3000 is the second greatest rapper alive (46:40). Joe then opens up about his friendship with actor Michael K. Williams and reflects on his legacy and shares stories of how they crossed paths at some of their most vulnerable moments in life (1:24:30). The entire crew sends condolences to Michael's family and loved ones due to his untimely transition. Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP: Tap in here www.patreon.com/JoeBudden   Sleeper Picks Joe Budden - “Only Human” (Ft. Emanny) and “Poker In The Sky”

The spirit of New York City's music scene is nonexistent! Joe and the crew speak to the lack of musical diversity and shares his frustrations with the lack of originality in DJ'ing (5:55). Are we one step closer to see Drake and Kendrick Lamar collid? Joe doubledowns on his take from the previous pod after Kendrick drops a new verse calling out the "top 5 rappers" (37:10). Joe also gives more reasons as to why Kanye West is chasing Drake's album (22:50). ESPN released an apology for their broadcast alledegly being interupted and leaking Drake's album release date. Another valuable lesson learned in Hip Hop this past week and Mickey Factz issues an apology for comments he made on Drink Champs (1:30:40), Fat Joe's latest project being removed from streaming services (1:39:30), the crate challenge (1:48:35), OnlyFans reversing their policy on sex and Max Kellerman being removed from ESPN's First Take (2:19:15).   Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP: Tap in here www.patreon.com/JoeBudden   Sleeper Picks Joe | RINI - “Meet Me In Amsterdam“    Ice | 42 Dugg - “Freshman Of The Year”    Ish | Meek Mill - “Sharing Locations” (Ft. Lil Baby & Lil Durk)

This past week, Prince drops a posthumousness album which leads the guys to discuss if labels should release music after an artist transitions (12:50). DaBaby seems to double down on his stance towards the LGBTQ community and prominate figures in entertainment speak against him, including Questlove (31:45). Ice claims Griselda is attempting to sell out to a bigger audience (1:06:00), Silk Sonic drops another single (1:19:05), and Joe shares his joy knowing the film industry is gearing up to make changes due to Scarlett Johansson suing Disney over her splits (1:57:50). Also a recap of the NBA draft and Ish congratulates his nephew on being drafted to the Atlanta Hawks (2:20:30) and more!   Become a Patron of the The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP: Tap in here www.patreon.com/JoeBudden   Sleeper Picks Joe | Ralph Tresvant - “Do What I Gotta Do”   Ice | Isaiah Rashad - “True Story” (Ft. Jay Rock & Jay Worthy)    Parks | Brady Watt - “The Narcissist” (Ft. Westside Gunn & DJ Premier)    Ish | Jordin Sparks - “No Air”Acoustic Version (Ft. Chris Brown)

Rolling Loud stole the headlines this past weekend as the top artists gave memorable performances and a ton of newsworthy moments to discuss (11:40). But before diving into the headliners, Joe gives encouragement to artists who may not have been invited to the festival to perform, which inspires Ish to give Joe his flowers for his intense work ethic (27:40). They then shift their focus to discuss DaBaby's distasteful comments on-stage and his decision to bring Tory Lanez out as a guest during his set (44:00). Joe speculates the recent moves of Kanye West and how he believes it correlates to Drake (1:09:55), Royce da 5'9 and Lupe Fiasco exchange diss songs (1:33:20) and a brief recap of the Olympics (1:52:40) and MORE! Become a Patron of the The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP: Tap in here www.patreon.com/JoeBudden Sleeper Picks Joe | Ycee - “Juice” (feat. Maleek Berry)   Ice | Bizzy Banks - “Genesis”    Parks | Ransom & Big Ghost Ltd - “All the Kings Men” (feat. Mickey Factz & J.Arrr)   Ish | Styles P - “Time Traveler”

Joe ensure's that Ice and Ish walk back their takes on the Bobby Brown and Keith Sweat Verzuz after it took place this past week and the guys discuss their favorite moments (9:55). The guys also discuss Sha'Carri Richardson's suspension from the Olympics and how todays athlete's amplify the conversation regarding mental health (42:55), new music from Brent Faiyaz and Drake which include a lyric breakdown (1:07:45), Chris Paul appearing in his first NBA Finals (1:33:05) and more on this 4th of July weekend episode!   Become a Patron of the The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP: Tap in here www.patreon.com/JoeBudden   Sleeper Picks Joe | Snoh Aalegra - “Toronto”   Ice | STILLTRU - “In My Head” (Ft. Mal Mero)   Parks | Biz Markie - “Biz is Goin Off”    Ish | Frank Zones - “Die Today”

On this episode: Joe & the guys discuss new music from Tyler The Creator (13:45), J. Cole comparisons (14:15), and Pharell’s verse being the best on the project (21:30). They speak to their current standings on strip club experiences (36:00), Doja Cat’s new album (41:10), Jazmine Sullivan’s latest single (42:55), and the upcoming Bow Wow vs. Soulja Boy Verzuz battle (51:20). Britney Spears addresses her conservatorship (56:05), Justin Timberlake makes a statement (1:00:20), and John McAfee is found dead with accompanied conspiracy theories (1:14:20). Kenya Barris turns down a $100M deal from Netflix (1:24:45), Derek Chauvin receives a 22.5 year sentence for killing George Floyd (1:44:20), and more.   For full video episodes & exclusive content: become a Patron of the The Joe Budden Podcast at www.patreon.com/JoeBudden   Sleeper Picks Joe | Dee Gatti - “Art Of Seduction”    Ice | Tyler The Creator - “LEMONHEAD” (Ft. 42 Dugg)   Ish | ROCXNOIR - “Hyperbolic Time Chamber”    Parks | Blackalicious - “Make You Feel That Way”

On this episode: the JBP discusses the Migos’ improved lyricism on ‘Culture III’ with an apology from Ice (18:25) and new French Montana music (36:50). The Joe Budden Network attends a code of conduct meeting (48:10), and Joe recaps Diddy’s party (54:35). The guys speak to the upcoming Eve vs. Trina Verzuz battle (1:15:40), festival + carnival season around the corner (1:21:15), and fighting your ex’s ex (1:26:20). Scottie Pippen is upset with Michael Jordan’s ‘The Last Dance’ documentary (1:47:10), and K. Michelle is questioned by social media for her new face (1:59:05). Kevin Hart as Dick Gregory (2:03:20), the NBA Playoffs (2:11:05), and MORE!   For more exclusive content: become a Patron of the The Joe Budden Podcast at www.patreon.com/JoeBudden

The JBP jumps into Episode 431 by discussing the Johnson & Johnson vaccine recall (9:40), Joe’s pic with Kevin Samuels (16:55), Usher throwing money with his face on it (22:15), and Kid Cudi in a dress on SNL (29:50). They address the disturbing issues in Minnesota with the shooting of Daunte Wright (53:20), and Black Rob’s hospitalization (1:03:20). The guys talk over NORE’s Drink Champs interview (1:12:00), crying & masturbating (1:14:55), DJ Mustard’s personal shopper stealing over $50K (1:28:45), and Quando Rondo’s interview with Angela Yee (1:36:50). ‘Them’ the horror series (2:11:50), Disney hate (2:23:30), Bitcoin & Microsoft (2:28:05), and MORE! Sleeper Picks   Joe | Joe Budden - "Who Killed Hip Hop" Ice | Yo Gotti - “Recession Proof”  Parks | UFO Fev - “Fever Business” (Frank The Butcher) Ish | Puff Daddy & The Family - “I Love You Baby” (Ft. Black Rob)

Joe and the guys kick off Episode 421 by discussing Mal & Rory’s fight over Sevyn (12:05), and their admission onto Azealia Banks’ love list (25:17). The guys review Bruno Mars and Anderson Paak’s single “Leave The Door Open” (31:50), and Joe shares his critique regarding perfection (40:15). Drake releases his 3-pack, “Scary Hours 2” (57:35), the guys review Lil Baby vs. Drake’s flow on “Wants and Needs” (1:05:20), and Rory shares his issues with the release (1:15:10). In business dealings, Jay-Z sells majority stake in Tidal to Jack Dorsey’s Square for $297 Million (1:43:00), and French electronic duo Daft Punk splits up (1:49:20). Photographer and NFT maximalist, J.N. Silva, joins the JBP to explain NFT (2:03:55), Papoose raps about cereal (2:45:00), Coming 2 America (3:04:30), and more! For more exclusive content: become a Patron of the The Joe Budden Podcast at www.patreon.com/JoeBudden Sleeper Picks of the Episode  Joe | Kyle Lux - “Are You in Love” Rory | Blu & Exile - “Dancing In The Rain” Mal | Ambré - “Fubu”  Parks | Fashawn - “Life As a Shorty” (Ft. J. Mitchell)