The BINACT Podcast

AD and Candice tackle the discourse around Drake's new album "For All The Dogs" and Joe Budden's industry-shaking critique. This leads to a broader discussion about declining Hip-Hop sales and the mainstream music industry. Videos referenced in the podcast: Joe Budden Critiques "For All The Dogs" and Drake Is Furious https://youtu.be/6BMYIthj01Y?si=QEVLfZNleWRXr8Jj Wallo267’s Letter to The Rap Game, Juicy J Says Hip Hop Sales Are Down 40% https://youtu.be/LB1EL0KvvzY?si=xtxudfE3Tawk9zHB Listen to us on: Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-binact-podcast/id1589299683 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/74vUT12dJhxOSJiqIqSKSm?si=d247cf2e4e2c4fa5

Candice and AD are joined by our editor, OG for our annual R&B-centric episode.

Candice's R&B playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7J4CNHCjrUMjuy00fcZPav?si=98be81cc687a4982 Listen to us on: Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-binact-podcast/id1589299683 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/74vUT12dJhxOSJiqIqSKSm?si=d247cf2e4e2c4fa5

Candice and AD discuss Hip Hop 50 and Ebro's now infamous tweet claiming that Hip Hop is being overtaken by Afro-Beats and Latin music. cosmic collective - xtended release: https://open.spotify.com/album/5pBwVoSqbvGLDPEbGfUFsZ?si=ToyNkPFATeu60PZ4Xb-FGg&context=spotify%3Aalbum%3A5pBwVoSqbvGLDPEbGfUFsZ Ta-Ku - Songs To Come Home To: Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/album/3RyNOK2vXaGdkRWoh8QmjN?si=qfqWKuDaR2C0Q25S2tpL1Q Tidal - https://tidal.com/browse/album/298880016 Coast Contra - Apt. 505 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/album/2f9OKBlHW6ZcJ11cutOCGf?si=IeAkaDDmQj6VdeB0LrjUTw Tidal - https://tidal.com/browse/album/221311507 Konshens - Slaps and Chokes Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/track/0hVnB3DBciSqNNCRi3UgFA?si=25eff34460ac434b Tidal - https://tidal.com/browse/album/289328731

In this episode of the BINACT Podcast, Candice and AD get back into the swing of things after a self-imposed summer break.

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In this episode of the BINACT Podcast, we explore the blog era of music. From the early 2000s to the mid-2010s, music blogs played a crucial role in shaping the industry and revolutionizing how we discover and consume music. Join us as we delve into our favorite blog-era artists, memories and discuss the lasting legacy of this era. We also get into a debate about movie-going experiences as well. Link to podcast "The Blog Era": Apple Music: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-blog-era/id1676314916 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2Y1Wtb5TrB1t0b51370beL?si=c7258e3275c045c8

Welcome to The BINACT Podcast!

This week we discuss the intriguing topic of AI in the music industry, exploring how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing the way music is created and consumed. Then we review the latest album from the Gorillaz, "Cracker Island". With their unique blend of genres and innovative production techniques, the Gorillaz have been at the forefront of musical experimentation for over two decades. We'll take a deep dive into the album, discussing its themes, standout tracks, and overall sound.

New Noise: Tiakola - Melo

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/3YjNC4de1PEvhuyZjMyxJU?si=DBFAnC5NR7KvLm4hCh7DsA Tidal: https://tidal.com/browse/album/230156277

Update coming!

Sorry we're tardy to the party. AD did his 2nd minisode talking Drake, Westside Boogie, Logic, AND Kevin Gates. Hip-Hop heads, this is another one for you!

Candice and AD pushed through and recorded this episode after recovering from COVID. Be gentle with us, we're all over the place LOL.

The Kendrick Lamar album review episode

It's AD's first minisode!!

He covers:

• Pusha T's It's Almost Dry (Review)
• Blxst's Before You Go (Review)
• Jack Harlow's Come Home the Kids Miss You (Half Review/Half Discussion)

Issa laid back episode.

0:00 - 13:59: Intro

14:00 - 21:06: Charli XCX - Crash review + discography discussion

21:07 - 35:05: Dua Lipa's copyright lawsuit

35:06 - 45:59: Nicki Minaj and the pew pew debacle

46:00 - 50:35: Access journalism discussion

50:36 - 58:31: Artists that you are still impacted by

58:32 -1:00:50: Lucky Daye review

1:00:51 - end: Rise and Fall of Slaughterhouse review

Issa Team Collab! As Candice's late birthday gift, she's opting out of timestamps. This episode is about current vs. older mainstream music quality. Discussions happen. The end.

Issa minisode, you don't need timestamps LOL.

In this episode, we talk about the Ari Lennox podcast fiasco and give props to Tetsuo & Youth on its 7th anniversary.

Timestamps:

0:00 - 2:39: Intro

2:40 - 24:59: Ari Lennox

25:00 - 47:24: Sexualization of Women in Hip-Hop & R&B

47:25 - 55:34: Tetsuo & Youth

55:35 - end: New Noise (Candice - Big K.R.I.T, AD OPN follow-up)

We're talking Abel!!!!!

Timestamps:

0:00 - 7:22: Intro

7:23 - 52:34: The Weeknd - Dawn FM review

52:35 - 1:07:29: Jay - Z Verzuz convo

1:07:30 - 1:10:25: New Noise (Candice - Iyla, gesaffelstein AD - OPN)

1:10:26 - end: Announcements, plugs, wrap-up

I really hope y'all listen to the songs in the titles :)

Tweet: https://twitter.com/_ShamGod/status/1466071583865323528?s=20

Mark your calendars for the End of Year Virtual Listening Party!! 12/15/21 at 8 pm (not November like I accidentally said at the very end)

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Trigger Warning: Astroworld Festival Tragedy Discussion

Timestamps are provided in case you want to skip some details

0:00 - 5:14: Intro
5:15 - 24:00: Timeline/What do we know?
24:01 - Opinions 

Minisode 3!!

Listen to Candice ramble with a new mic

Hold us accountable! We’re timestamping again!!!

0:00 - 4:55 Intro - AD doesn’t share his angry orchard. That’s probably why I was so spicy later in the episode LOL
4:56 - 43:05 Da Art of Apologizing - Everyone needs to get better at apologizing, especially Da Infant
43:06 - 59:21 Spicy take (you have to listen to find out) - Hint: It's about NY Rappers
59:22 - end New Noise (segment about what’s in our ears)

Any takes you’ve changed your mind on? You’re allowed to have a change of heart and grow!!! We go in-depth about ours in this episode.

It’s been quiet…too quiet. Random episode about adulthood and the return to festivals/concerts!

(Volume alert: Sound is louder in this episode. I got a new mic!!)

Lil Nas X dropped a song and video about a month ago. We’ve all seen it. Here are the thoughts surrounding the moment in time by 3 Black musicheads.

Hello? Is this thing on?

A discussion of Drake's 3 tracks from early 2021.

Some of the BINACT team got together under the full moon to discuss artist evolution…and Dogecoin? LOL