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Two friends and their love for music and culture. www.therecordreport.com

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The Record Report @therecordreport.bsky.social · 21h
Mystic Styles turned horror-movie dread into a whole regional sound. Three 6 Mafia, 30 years out, Gangsta Boo and Lord Infamous still stealing every track. www.therecordreport.com/the-legacy-o...
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The legacy of Mystic Styles
The Record Report on Three 6 Mafia's Mystic Styles.
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The Record Report @therecordreport.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
The Record Report before it had a name. Our 2012 Lupe Fiasco interview, filmed back in the Hip Hop Strictly days at Morgan State, is up now. www.therecordreport.com/from-the-arc...
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From the archives | Lupe Fiasco on Food & Liquor II | Rare 2012 Interview
From the archives: Lupe Fiasco on Food & Liquor II.
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The Record Report @therecordreport.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
From the vault: our 2012 Lupe Fiasco interview on Food & Liquor II is out now. The Record Report before it had a name. Listen on the pod. www.therecordreport.com/from-the-arc...
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From the archives | Lupe Fiasco on Food & Liquor II | Rare 2012 Interview
From the archives: Lupe Fiasco on Food & Liquor II (2012).
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The Record Report @therecordreport.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Mystic Styles turned horror-movie dread into a whole regional sound. Three 6 Mafia, 30 years out, Gangsta Boo and Lord Infamous still stealing every track. www.therecordreport.com/the-legacy-o...
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The legacy of Mystic Styles
The Record Report on Three 6 Mafia's Mystic Styles.
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The Record Report @therecordreport.bsky.social · 19/09/2026
Black on Both Sides at 25. "Hip-hop goes where people go" still does more work than most think pieces. www.therecordreport.com/why-black-on...
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Why Black on Both Sides still resonates
The Record Report on Mos Def's Black on Both Sides.
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The Record Report @therecordreport.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Underrated 2000s rap albums that deserve a full re-review. Give us the one you would defend to the death.
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The Record Report @therecordreport.bsky.social · 13/09/2026
Style is not an accident, and neither is a classic. Our full re-review of Styles P's "Gangsta and a Gentleman" is live. www.therecordreport.com/styles-ps-ga...
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Styles P, Gangsta and a Gentleman
The Record Report re-reviews Styles P's Gangsta and a Gentleman.
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The Record Report @therecordreport.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
Some advice only lands after you have lived it. "Never leave Atlanta on a Saturday." We get into it on the new Styles P re-review. www.therecordreport.com/styles-ps-ga...
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Styles P, Gangsta and a Gentleman
The Record Report re-reviews Styles P's Gangsta and a Gentleman.
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The Record Report @therecordreport.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
We re-reviewed Styles P's "Gangsta and a Gentleman." The gangster, the gentleman, and the case for vulnerability under it all. New episode is live. www.therecordreport.com/styles-ps-ga...
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Styles P, Gangsta and a Gentleman: street rap's case for vulnerability
The Record Report re-reviews Styles P's Gangsta and a Gentleman.
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The Record Report @therecordreport.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
Three 6 Mafia's influence on hip hop doesn't get talked about like it should. Juicy J and Project Pat took Hypnotize Minds street rap somewhere nobody expected. Who's the most underrated group of that era?
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The Record Report @therecordreport.bsky.social · 30/08/2026
Funk never left, it just changed clothes. Maggot Brain, Riot, Cymande, the 70s catalog still sounds like the future. Which 70s funk record holds up the least like a period piece and the most like it dropped last week?
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The Record Report @therecordreport.bsky.social · 22/08/2026
Patrice Rushen on Straight From the Heart (1982): jazz roots, a bassline that never left the culture, and the story behind Forget Me Nots. #PatriceRushen #Funk #Soul www.therecordreport.com/forget-me-no...
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The Record Report @therecordreport.bsky.social · 22/08/2026
New B-Sides just dropped. The crew and Dave Mack on the hip-hop stories that still need to be told. What's the one you'd write? Listen: www.therecordreport.com/b-sides-hip-...
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The Record Report @therecordreport.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
Mystic Styles (1995) turned horror-movie dread into a whole regional sound. Three 6 Mafia at 30 years out, Gangsta Boo and Lord Infamous still stealing every track. #Three6Mafia #MemphisRap www.therecordreport.com/the-legacy-o...
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The Record Report @therecordreport.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
Kamaiyah and Drake on the same YG record feels like a flex. New episode: how Why You Always Hatin' bridges the Bay, Toronto, and Compton, and where Still Brazy sits in YG's catalog 10 years on. #StillBrazy10 www.therecordreport.com/ygs-still-br...
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The Record Report @therecordreport.bsky.social · 15/08/2026
Black On Both Sides (1999): Mos Def says hip-hop goes where people go. Twenty-five years on, that line still does more work than most think pieces. #MosDef #HipHop www.therecordreport.com/why-black-on...
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The Record Report @therecordreport.bsky.social · 28/07/2026
ANTI is the album where Rihanna stopped chasing radio and started making art. We revisit why it still defines her legacy. www.therecordreport.com/anti-the-alb...
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The Record Report @therecordreport.bsky.social · 24/07/2026
2026 favorites (so far) is up. The guys run through the year's best albums, which new artists are built to last, and what AI and physical media are doing to how we listen. www.therecordreport.com/bsides-2026-...
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The Record Report @therecordreport.bsky.social · 22/05/2025
NEW EPISODE OUT The Record Report dives DEEP into the eerie, innovative legacy of Three 6 Mafia’s Mystic Stylez From basement beats and lo-fi horrorcore to birthing the Memphis sound that still echoes today, 📲 Listen here: therecordreport.com/the-legacy-of-mystic-styles-a-three-6-mafia-deep-dive
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The Legacy of Mystic Styles: A Three 6 Mafia Deep Dive
In this episode, Vance and Ahmad dive deep into the 30th anniversary of Three 6 Mafia's debut album, Mystic Styles. They reflect on the album's significance, its in…
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The Record Report @therecordreport.bsky.social · 15/05/2025
WE’RE LIVE — Tune In Now! The Record Report is diving into the eerie genius of Three 6 Mafia’s Mystic Stylez 🔥 youtube.com/live/_1UGcDe... #TheRecordReport #MysticStylez #Three6Mafia #MemphisRap #HipHopPodcast #LiveNow #JuicyJ #DJPaul #Crunk #TrapOrigins #SouthernHipHop #Horrorcore #NowStreaming
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The Record Report @therecordreport.bsky.social · 03/04/2025
20 years later, Fly or Die by N.E.R.D. still feels ahead of its time. 🎸🔥 Pharrell, Chad Hugo & Shay Haley blurred the lines between hip-hop, rock & funk, leaving an impact that still echoes today. 🎧 Listen now: open.spotify.com/episode/5Hf3... #NERD #FlyOrDie #HipHopHistory #TheNeptunes
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The Record Report @therecordreport.bsky.social · 28/03/2025
✨ Jill Scott’s debut album was a cultural reset. Who Is Jill Scott? Words and Sounds Vol. 1 blended poetry, soul, and jazz to create a timeless classic. Let’s break down why this album still resonates over 20 years later. 🧵👇 #JillScott
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The Record Report @therecordreport.bsky.social · 28/03/2025
20 years later, Fly or Die by N.E.R.D. still feels ahead of its time. 🎸🔥 Pharrell, Chad Hugo & Shay Haley blurred the lines between hip-hop, rock & funk, leaving an impact that still echoes today. 🎧 Listen now: open.spotify.com/episode/5Hf3... #NERD #FlyOrDie #HipHopHistory #TheNeptunes
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The Record Report @therecordreport.bsky.social · 25/03/2025
✨ Jill Scott’s debut album was a cultural reset. Who Is Jill Scott? Words and Sounds Vol. 1 blended poetry, soul, and jazz to create a timeless classic. Let’s break down why this album still resonates over 20 years later. 🧵👇 #JillScott
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The Record Report @therecordreport.bsky.social · 20/03/2025
✨ Jill Scott’s debut album was a cultural reset. Who Is Jill Scott? Words and Sounds Vol. 1 blended poetry, soul, and jazz to create a timeless classic. Let’s break down why this album still resonates over 20 years later. 🧵👇 #JillScott
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The Record Report @therecordreport.bsky.social · 17/03/2025
The Grey Area is where Little Simz fully stepped into her power. Sharp bars, fearless storytelling, and anthems like Offence & Selfish made this a defining album. And with a new project on the way, it’s time for a deep dive. 🧵👇 #LittleSimz #TheGreyArea
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The Record Report @therecordreport.bsky.social · 16/03/2025
In 1992, Rage Against the Machine dropped their self-titled debut album, blending rap, rock, and raw rebellion like never before. This wasn’t just music—it was a full-scale assault on oppression and injustice. Let’s break it down. 🧵👇
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The Record Report @therecordreport.bsky.social · 16/03/2025
Atlanta rap has a long list of legends, and Trouble’s Edgewood (2018) stands as a defining moment in his career. Produced by Mike WiLL Made-It, this album blends raw street tales with high-level production and major features. Let’s dive into Edgewood’s impact. 🎤🔥 #Trouble #Edgewood
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The Record Report @therecordreport.bsky.social · 16/03/2025
Cymande’s self-titled debut album (1972) is a hidden gem that shaped hip-hop, funk, and beyond. From its deep grooves to its infectious rhythms, this UK-based band’s sound was years ahead of its time. Let’s dive into the legacy of Cymande. 🎶🔥
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The Record Report @therecordreport.bsky.social · 09/03/2025
In 1992, Rage Against the Machine dropped their self-titled debut album, blending rap, rock, and raw rebellion like never before. This wasn’t just music—it was a full-scale assault on oppression and injustice. Let’s break it down. 🧵👇
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The Record Report @therecordreport.bsky.social · 09/03/2025
Black on Both Sides wasn’t just an album—it was a statement. Mos Def (now Yasiin Bey) dropped this classic in 1999, blending sharp lyricism, jazz-infused beats, and social commentary that STILL hits today. Let’s break it down. 🧵👇
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The Record Report @therecordreport.bsky.social · 03/03/2025
New Episode Alert! 🔥🎤 We’re diving into #CrunkJuice, the final album from Lil Jon & The Eastside Boyz that made crunk music mainstream! 💥 Special guest @Waxfroetic joins us to break down its legacy, impact & wild anthems. 🔗 Listen now: therecordreport.com
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The Record Report @therecordreport.bsky.social · 18/02/2025
In 1996, Nas dropped It Was Written, elevating his storytelling & embracing mafioso rap. With production from Trackmasters & Dr. Dre, it became his best-selling album— but did it surpass Illmatic? Let’s talk. #Nas #ItWasWritten #HipHop
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The Record Report @therecordreport.bsky.social · 16/02/2025
A decade ago, Drake surprised fans with If You’re Reading This It’s Too Late, a pivotal project in hip-hop. From "Energy" to "Know Yourself," it’s filled with enduring anthems. This mixtape was a statement. Celebrate 10 years of IYRTITL with us. 🎧 Listen now: buff.ly/4gDMzQC
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Remember that feeling when you heard you favorite song for first time? What about when your favorite artist released something and you couldn't wait to talk with yo…
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The Record Report @therecordreport.bsky.social · 15/02/2025
Got thoughts on an album we covered? Disagree with our takes? Or just want to shout out The Record Report? Now’s your chance! Drop us a voicemail and be part of the show! 📞🔥 Hit the link, leave a message, and we might feature your voice in an upcoming episode.
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The Record Report @therecordreport.bsky.social · 04/02/2025
Welcome Back to another episode of The Record Report! Ahmad & Vance break down the biggest moments in rap this year! From the rise of regional rap to unforgettable feuds & the dominance of women in hip-hop—this episode has it all. Listen here:
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The Record Report @therecordreport.bsky.social · 03/02/2025
🚨 We’re LIVE! 🚨The Record Report now has a home! 🏠🎶 Our brand-new website is officially up and running—your go-to spot for deep dives into hip-hop’s greatest albums, exclusive content, every podcast episode, and much more to come.🎧 Tap in now: therecordreport.com Stream. Explore.
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Remember that feeling when you heard you favorite song for first time? What about when your favorite artist released something and you couldn't wait to talk with yo…
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The Record Report @therecordreport.bsky.social · 10/12/2024
We dove into Rage Against the Machine’s explosive debut album! We break down every track, its cultural impact, and how it reshaped rock and activism. Listen now: Apple: tinyurl.com/jydzz9fk Spotify: tinyurl.com/c3u77hcf #MusicPodcast #RageAgainstTheMachine #RockReview #PodcastTalk
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The Record Report @therecordreport.bsky.social · 10/12/2024
We recently revisited Beyoncé’s iconic debut album, Dangerously in Love! They break down their favorite tracks, discuss their impact on R&B, and explore how they launched her legendary career. Don’t miss it! #MusicPodcast #Beyonce #DangerouslyInLove #PodcastTalk
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In this episode of Record Report Podcast, we’re throwing it back to the album that set the stage for Beyoncé’s reign as a global icon. Join us as we dive deep into Dangerously in Love, featuring the u...
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The Record Report @therecordreport.bsky.social · 05/12/2024
One of the looming questions for 2025: Does Drake come back?
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David Dennis Jr @daviddennisjr.bsky.social · 05/12/2024
I wrote about the fact that since the Drake/Kendrick thing started we’ve all accepted that Drake will ultimately be fine. But, like, are we sure we’re sure? Lol because these losses are PILING UP and wins are, well, not. On the fall of empire: andscape.com/features/can...
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Are we sure Drake is going to recover?
I’ve always considered Yasiin Bey to be a soothsayer. Almost 25 years ago, I went to Circuit City and bought Bey’s (then known as Mos Def) debut solo album Blac…
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Album of the Year @aoty.org · 02/12/2024
Stereogum's 50 Best Albums of 2024
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Stereogum's 50 Best Albums of 2024
Stereogum's 50 Best Albums of 2024. A list of the top albums of the year from Stereogum. See who made the list.
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Ahmed/The Ears/IG: BigBizTheGod @bigbiz.bsky.social · 18/11/2024
EARL SWEATSHIRT AND TYLER THE CREATOR AT CAMP FLOG GNAW THIS SHIT MEANS SOMETHING TO ME
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The Record Report @therecordreport.bsky.social · 17/11/2024
Ahmad and Vance are joined by friend of the show @nickimayonews.bsky.social and dive into Beyoncé’s groundbreaking debut album Dangerously in Love, sharing their favorite tracks and love for the album. They explore 🐝career and influence on generation of artists. #Beyonce #MusicSky #PodcastSky
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Beyoncé's Crazy in Love: The Album That Launched a Legacy
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The Record Report @therecordreport.bsky.social · 17/11/2024
On the latest Record Report, Ahmad and Vance dive into Rage Against the Machine’s explosive debut album and discuss its cultural impact. They explore the band's bold sound, timeless themes, and influence on today’s music scene. #Musicsky #RageAgainstTheMachine #Podcastsky
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Rage Against the Machine: The Album That Defined a Generation
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Ahmad Ali @yoahki.bsky.social · 13/11/2024
Hey! I’m Ahmad, & I co-host The Record Report🎙️. Every episode, we take you on authentic journeys through iconic albums and hidden gems. We share insights, stories, and what makes these songs timeless. Expect honest reviews, nostalgia, and bold opinions. Tune in for music lovers, by music lovers!
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Podcast · The Record Report · Remember that feeling when you heard you favorite song for first time? What about when your favorite artist released something and you couldn't wait to talk with your fri...
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