Behind The Muse
By Behind The Muse
Behind The MuseSep 07, 2022
Is Lil Durk Goin Soft?
This episode focuses on the latest tweets reviving the beef between Lil Durk and NBA Youngboy, as well as what we might be able to expect from Lil Durk's latest album "Almost Healed" set to hit the airways May 26th.
S4E2: Hip Hop Turns 50 (Pt. 1): The Birth of Hip-Hop
S4E1: The Lying, The Stallion & The Dwarf
In this episode we review the history of the case between Tory Lanez and Megan The Stallion concerning the shooting in 2020 up til the decision that shocked the world. Join us as we discuss the biggest case in entertainment since the OJ trial!
S3E13: SOS Review - The Return of SZA
S3E12: AMAs 2022 - "You Cant Even Get In!"
In this episode we discuss the cancelled Chris Brown performance/Thrill tribute at the AMAs and the history of Chris Brown's antics. Should he be forgiven? Was AMAs in the wrong? Find out on the next episode of Dragon Ball Z.
S3E9: Not Another Kanye Episode
In this episode we discuss the impact and backlash of Kanye's comments.
S3E11: His Loss - Is Drake a Misogynist ?
In this episode we tackle all of the controversy and context around the "Her Loss" album released by Drake and 21 Savage including the Megan Thee Stallion issue, Serena Williams, Ice Spice, DRAM and others. We also take a deeper look at Drake's history as the "nice guy" throughout his career. We close by reviewing the album itself. Great episode !
S3E10: The Most Dangerous Job In America Pt II
S3E8: Stan Culture - The Good, The Bad & The Ugly
Join BTM as we explore "Stan" culture as it is and as it was. From the Barbs to the O.G Stans, we're going to go through the good, the bad, and the UGGGGGLY with how people stan today!
S3E7: Act 1 RENAISSANCE by Beyonce w/ guest Jas Jetoi
S3E6: 2022's "Mid" Mid-Year Review
BTM return to discuss the year in music so far including their favorites, their least favorites and the best albums of the year so far in rap and rnb.
S3E5: 3 Headed Goat: Ranking Kendrick, Drake & J. Cole in 2022
S3E4: The Hip Hop Police: Young Thug's RICO Case
In this episode we breakdown the most recent RICO case that Young Thug, Gunna & YSL was recently indicted on. We also analyze recent hip hop run ins with the law and the big picture of hip hop's relationship with the police.
S3E3: The Mt Rushmore of 2010s Rap: The Return of Kendrick & Nicki !
In this episode we discuss the return of King Kendrick and Nicki Minaj who not only made our Mt Rushmore list in a previous episode but also officially won Spotify's nomination for "Mt Rushmore of 2010s Hip-Hop". We also discuss Nicki's recent singles and whether or not we think these two artists will top Drake and Cole's most recent albums.
S3E2: Maybe Da Baby IS Da Problem...
Da Baby has been the topic of conversation lately with controversy after controversy. In this episode we talk through every major Da Baby incident since 2018 to now and ponder whether or not Da Baby might actually be da problem.
S3E1: Are Comedians Taking It Too Far? Or Are We Just Sensitive?
BTM IS BACK! In this episode we talk through the Will Smith Oscar's incident and backlash and the T.I. incident and discuss the similarities and overall issues that these two incidents reveal about them and our society as a whole.
S2E6: Top Hip Hop Album of 2021
BTM had the honor and privilege to collaborate with two stellar podcast in this episode. Joined by Culture Caviar and GoatTalk Podcast, we took a look back into 2021 to figure out the best albums of the year. Ranked 1 through 10 and you wont believe how it all played out! Tap in
S2E5: Kanye Vs Big Sean & Everybody
S2E4: Is J. COLE 3rd Place ?!
In this episode we discuss the new Wale and J. Cole collab as well as a brief look at their collaborations and relationship as a whole which leads us into our main discussion! Following the recent discussion that came up following the release of "Heaven's EP by J. Cole" we had to ask: is J. Cole actually 3rd place ?
S2E3: Drake v Kanye: A History Ahead of 2021’s Most Anticipated Albums
In this episode we take you back through the history of Kanye and Drake's friendship and beefs. We also breakdown the biggest moments as well as whether or not we think Drake actually slept with Kim Kardashian. We also touch on expectations for Certified Lover Boy and Donda - two of the most anticipated album releases of the year.
REVIEW: King's Disease II by Nas
REVIEW: Call Me If You Get Lost by Tyler The Creator
A review of one of the most promising albums of 2021 so far.
REVIEW: The House Is Burning by Isaiah Rashad
REVIEW: Lollapalooza 2021 - You Went To A Festival in a PANORAMIC?!
REVIEW: Lil Nas X ft Jack Harlow "Industry Baby"
S2E2: Da Baby - Cancelled For Anti Gay Remarks ?
Da Baby is out here fumbling the bag I see ‼️ Join BTM as we brief his comments, give you a timeline of events that’s happened since, and (of course) my thoughts !!
S2E1: Reparations, Fatherhood, & Lyricism: Interview w/ QG The BlacKnight
NMP #8: THE OFFSEASON by J.Cole - REACTIONS & First Impressions REVIEW
Here we discuss our first hand reactions to the much anticipated drop of the year, "The Off Season" by J Cole. Join your soon to be favorite Hip Hop and R&B analysts for the "awes', the "oohs" and the "OH S#$%" moments that we had on this journey! IG: @behinddamuse Twitter: @behinddamuse
NMP #7: Album Reviews - KHALED by DJ Khaled & Street Sermons by Morray
Had a minute to sit with Morray's new Street Sermons album and give it a solid thorough review. I also give a first impressions review of DJ Khaled as well as some of the most notable moments of the album.
New Music Phridays #6: Just Until by Cordae, A Gangsta's Pain by Moneybagg Yo & Michigan Boat Boy by Lil Yachty
Episode 10: Interview w/ Wayviee
In this episode we have the very first R&B and woman on our episode with the amazing and beautiful Wayviee. We touch on her career, her origins, the industry in general and a variety of topics relevant to today's music!
New Music Phridays #5: SoulFly by Rod Wave
First impressions review of Soul Fly and an overview of all the latest albums and singles that dropped today !
Episode 9: 2021 GRAMMYS
In this episode we discuss our thoughts on the 2021 Grammy's, some history on the Grammy's overall including major snubs as well as a quick overview of the Grammy's voting process. We also discuss whether the Grammys are even relevant to the culture anymore!
Whiskey Wednesday #1: Too High To Riot
New Music Phridays #4: Scary Hours 2
Quick review and opinion on the new Drake drop, Silk Sonic (Bruno Mars & Anderson.Paak) & a slew of other drops ! Check it out !
Playlist located here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1M2eV3wgpexxniQAAb1FLU?si=vF2BzZleQxSiNpJJsL0Qvw
Episode 8: The State of Women in Hip Hop
This episode speaks on the impact of women in Hip Hop over the years. From the 80's to 2021, we take a look at the history of women in Hip Hop, the barriers they have faced as well as still do face, and the diversity in the landscape of the multitude of artists out. It's time to give "Femcees" their flowers, here at BTM, we do just that! Tune in!!
Tequila Tuesday #5: She's Mine Pt 2
Tequila Tuesday #4: She's Mine Pt 1
New Music Phridays #3: Judas and the Black Messiah Soundtrack
Episode 7: Interview with K.Ray
New Music Phridays #2: Homegrown by VanJess
Second episode of New Music Phridays featuring a quick review of the Album of the Episode: Homegrown by Vanjess as well as a highlight of the biggest drops today as well as some insight into some of the artists and tracks.
Tequila Tuesday #3: O Lets Do It
Episode 6: Interview with KC Wimbley
This episode features our very first interview with a very promising and talented artist out of the midwest by the name of KC Wimbley. In this episode we discuss some really interesting topics.
Tequila Tuesday #2: FutureSexLoveSounds
New Music Phridays #1: Anywhere But Here by Nyck Caution
Very PHIRST edition of the New Music Phridays bonus episode where each week we will summarizing and reviewing some of the most notable drops of the day. Each episode will feature a segment called "Album of The Episode" which will be me highlighting a project and me sharing a couple of thoughts on it. Be sure to follow the accompanying playlist by searching for BehindTheMuse New Music Phridays.
Tequila Tuesday #1: YOTS
Rasheem starts off the weekly Tequila Tuesday episodes with a bang. Check it out !
Episode 5: The Musies Part 2 (R&B)
Episode 4: The Musies Part 1 (Hip-Hop)
Episode 3: Cancel or Nah?
In this episode of #BehindTheMuse we talk about all of the biggest "cancels" of the year from cancel culture - Doja Cat, Lil Wayne, Tory Lanez, J. Cole and Kanye West - as well as whether some of the biggest names in music history - R.Kelly & Michael Jackson - are cancelled or not. We also press each other on some of these opinions as we challenge ourselves on our favorites and their accusations. Who's cancelled to you?!