XXL Higher Level Radio's Two-Piece With the Chief

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XXL's Editor-in-Chief Vanessa Satten joins XXL Higher Level Radio hosts DJ Digital and Joey Ech for a weekly conversation about hip-hop culture's hottest headlines.

Episodes

  1. 4d ago

    Nicki Minaj, Ye and Cancel Culture in Hip-Hop: Two Piece With the Chief, Episode 6

    XXL's Editor-in-Chief Vanessa Satten joins XXL Higher Level Radio hosts DJ Digital and Joey Ech for a conversation about hip-hop's hottest headlines. This episode delves into the intersection of hip-hop, politics and cancel culture, focusing on Nicki Minaj's controversial support for President Trump as well as Ye's road to redemption after years of hate speech. They explore the implications of Nicki's political stance on her career, the nature of cancel culture in the music industry, and the broader impact that an artists' political affiliations can have on their legacies.

  2. Oct 22

    Cardi B's Tiny Desk Concert + The Evolution of Documentaries in Hip-Hop: Two Piece With the Chief, Episode 5

    XXL’s Editor-in-Chief Vanessa Satten joins XXL Higher Level Radio hosts DJ Digital and Joey Ech for a conversation about hip-hop’s hottest headlines. On the heels of Cardi B’s NPR Tiny Desk concert, this episode explores rappers who’ve had stellar Tiny Desk performances, the unique way these shows highlight artistry in hip-hop and who should take the Tiny Desk stage in the future. Also, the hosts offer a deep dive on the recent influx of hip-hop documentaries and the many ways the format has evolved through the years. Stream XXL Higher Level Radio 24/7: https://www.xxlmag.com/listen-live/

  3. Oct 16

    Can Migos Recapture the Magic + The Grammy Awards Without Rap's Big 3: Two Piece With the Chief, Episode 4

    XXL's Editor-in-Chief Vanessa Satten joins XXL Higher Level Radio hosts DJ Digital and Joey Ech for a conversation about hip-hop's hottest headlines. This episode explores the recent Migos reunion, whether they can recapture the magic of being one of hip-hop's most influential groups and what that may look like for Quavo and Offset without Takeoff. Also, with Drake, J. Cole and Kendrick Lamar all out of the conversation for Grammy Award nominations, who are the frontrunners for the rap categories, and will the nominees be an accurate representation of hip-hop for the year? Stream XXL Higher Level Radio 24/7: https://www.xxlmag.com/listen-live/

  4. Oct 8

    Drake's Generosity and Status With UMG + Jaÿ-Z in 8 Documentary: Two-Piece With the Chief, Episode 3

    XXL's Editor-in-Chief Vanessa Satten joins XXL Higher Level Radio hosts DJ Digital and Joey Ech for a conversation about hip-hop culture's hottest headlines. This episode explores Drake's possible play to fulfill his record deal obligations with UMG via the release of Habibti (FOMO). Also, is Jay-Z a master of mystery? A discussion on what we learned from the Jaÿ-Z in 8 Documentary and what we felt was missing. Stream XXL Higher Level Radio 24/7: https://www.xxlmag.com/listen-live/

  5. Oct 1

    Faith and Christianity Surging in Hip-Hop + Lil Durk's Possible Release Ahead of Racketeering Trial: Two-Piece With the Chief, Episode 2

    XXL's Editor-in-Chief Vanessa Satten joins XXL Higher Level Radio hosts DJ Digital and Joey Ech for a conversation about hip-hop culture's hottest headlines. This episode explores the recent influx of Christianity in hip-hop from rappers like Fivio Foreign, GloRilla and Miles Minnick, among others. Also, will Lil Durk be released on bond? The latest updates on his 2027 racketeering trial and more. Stream XXL Higher Level Radio 24/7: https://www.xxlmag.com/listen-live/

  6. Sep 24

    Free Speech, Forgiveness and Lawsuits in Hip-Hop: Two-Piece With the Chief, Episode 1

    XXL's Editor-in-Chief Vanessa Satten joins XXL Higher Level Radio hosts DJ Digital and Joey Ech for a conversation about hip-hop culture's hottest headlines. This episode tackles freedom of speech and forgiveness when it comes to Ye, Macklemore and Chris Brown. Also, have lawsuits become a key element in hip-hop? The latest on updates Drake vs. Universal Music Group, OutKast vs. OvrKast and more.

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XXL's Editor-in-Chief Vanessa Satten joins XXL Higher Level Radio hosts DJ Digital and Joey Ech for a weekly conversation about hip-hop culture's hottest headlines.

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