The Rap Music Plug Podcast

The Rap Music Plug
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The Rap Music Plug Podcast is the remedy to the “I don’t have anything good to listen to” problem. Through in-depth artist interviews, album reviews, and general rap commentary on the best that the underground rap scene has to offer, this is your one-stop shop to knowing what to add to your queue, play next, or pop into your record player. Are you a rap music fan? And not just any fan... but a true rap music fan that wants to move past the surface level discussion, and get into the nitty-gritty of what makes rap music so great? Are you someone who loves the feeling of discovering new music, but find it hard to navigate through the thousands upon thousands of new albums that get released every single day? If any of this applies to you, this show is EXACTLY what you need.  My absolute PASSION is music. So I gladly do the dirty work of virtual crate digging, searching for the next great rap album... so you don’t have to. My name is Rohan. I am The Rap Music Plug, at your service. -- Fiending for some more quality rap content? Visit the RMPP website: https://rmpp.squarespace.com/ Want to support and help us grow? Become a RMPP Patron, and gain access to exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/therapmusicplugpodcast Looking to connect? DM me @rapmusicplugpod on Twitter and Instagram, or shoot me an email at qlctv.podcast@gmail.com

  1. 12/03/2025

    #208 - Tomorrow Kings INTERVIEW

    If you’re a fan of the modern scene of indie rap, chances are you listen to artists that either have respect for, have collaborated with, or have been inspired directly by today’s guests, Tomorrow Kings. Ever since their inception in the mid-to late 2000s in Chicago, Tomorrow Kings - a rap supergroup comprised of SKECH185, Collasoul Structure and I.B. Fokuz of Jyroscope, Malakh El, Gilead7, and IL. Subliminal - have garnered immense acclaim and adoration for their dense, thoughtful, and forward-thinking brand of hip-hop. In 2013, as parts of Chicago’s hip-hop scene were making mainstream waves, N***** Rigged Time Machine dropped and stood out as an entirely different beast. And now, a full 12 years later, the group has returned with their follow-up album, SALT, which is, in my opinion, their strongest work yet, and one of the best albums of the year. In today’s episode, I’m joined by half of the group, SKECH185, IL. Subliminal and I.B. Fokuz, as we dive into the Tomorrow Kings sound and guiding vision, the creative process behind SALT, and the group’s lasting influence and legacy. The Plug (0:38). The Interview (2:19). Tomorrow Kings’ formation and special qualities (3:09). The Tomorrow Kings sound (12:15). The TK recording process (25:08). The genesis of SALT (32:38). The gratifying feeling of releasing SALT (40:51). SALT’s emotional North Star (46:04). Aoi’s production fit for TK (1:04:22). The legacy of Tomorrow Kings (1:16:14). Upcoming projects / tour dates / merch (1:20:55). Buy/stream SALT here: https://tomorrowkings.bandcamp.com/album/salt  Follow Tomorrow Kings on Twitter here: https://x.com/tomorrowkings  Follow Tomorrow Kings on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/tomorrowkings/  Edited by: Alyssa Rodriguez Intro/Outro beat by: BLOODBLIXING -- Fiending for some more quality rap content? Visit the RMPP website: https://rmpp.squarespace.com/ Want to support and help us grow? Become a RMPP Patron, and gain access to exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/therapmusicplugpodcast  Looking to connect? DM me @rapmusicplugpod on Twitter and Instagram, or shoot me an email at qlctv.podcast@gmail.com

    1h 25m

  2. 11/19/2025

    #207 - Armand Hammer break down 'Mercy' - Album Alchemy

    Simply put, today’s guests have been on a run for the ages. Ever since their debut album in 2013’s Race Music, Armand Hammer, NY-based duo of E L U C I D and billy woods, have been on an absolute tear. With every passing release, their chemistry has gotten tighter, and their artistic scope has expanded. In 2021, the duo elevated to another level of critical and commercial success, teaming up with The legendary Alchemist for Haram - an album that has elevated the stock of woods and E L U C I D, with no sign of letting up. Next, they delivered the amazing We Buy Diabetic Test Strips in 2023, and incredible solo records in '24 and '25 respectively. Now in 2025, they joined forces with The Alchemist once again, with their latest album Mercy. In this episode, we discuss the lean, scaled-back creative approach to Mercy, the key themes that emerged, Al’s superpowers as a producer, and much more. The Plug (0:49). The Interview (2:17). The cover art for “Super Nintendo” (2:45). The genesis of Mercy (4:35). The recording process of Mercy (10:08). The unspoken creative chemistry of Armand Hammer (17:00). The thematic direction and symbolism of Mercy (23:17). The emotional tension of Mercy (35:40). Breaking down woods’ verse on “Laraaji” (37:47). The sonic design of Mercy (44:30). The Alchemist’s superpowers (49:45). How Al tailors his sound for Armand Hammer (58:10). The feature choices on Mercy (1:01:24). Key future milestones for Armand Hammer - patron q from Robert Rau (1:04:52). Upcoming projects / tour dates / merch (1:09:49). Buy Mercy here: https://backwoodzstudioz.com/collections/armand-hammer-the-alchemist-mercy  Follow Armand Hammer on Twitter here: https://x.com/ArmandHammerNYC  Follow Armand Hammer on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/armandhammernyc/  Edited by: Alyssa Rodriguez Intro/Outro beat by: BLOODBLIXING -- Fiending for some more quality rap content? Visit the RMPP website: https://rmpp.squarespace.com/ Want to support and help us grow? Become a RMPP Patron, and gain access to exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/therapmusicplugpodcast  Looking to connect? DM me @rapmusicplugpod on Twitter and Instagram, or shoot me an email at qlctv.podcast@gmail.com

    1h 16m

  3. 11/05/2025

    #206 - Mick Jenkins INTERVIEW

    I’ve been listening to the music of today’s guest for over a decade now. I have vivid memories of telling anyone that would listen, some variation of “Mick Jenkins is the TRUTH”. Ever since I first heard The Water(s), I was sold. So it’s such a full circle moment to welcome him on the show. Mick Jenkins is an artist who’s matured both on and off the mic. On the mic, he’s chiselled away at his craft with each passing album, with recent highwater marks in 2023’s The Patience, and his brand new album with EMIL, A MURDER OF CROWS. Off the mic, he’s worked hard to maintain his autonomy and independence as an artist. In this episode, we discuss how he’s evolved as an artist, the ways he and other fellow artists can seize their power and circumvent the fruitless industry structure, and the creative process behind the brilliantly dark new collaborative album with EMIL, A MURDER OF CROWS. The Plug (1:05). The Interview (2:43). Mick’s love for writing (4:36). Mick’s artistic growth throughout his career (8:57). Mick’s mature perspective (28:16). How artists can take back the power (33:44). The lyrical inspirations behind A MURDER OF CROWS (56:27). The greatness of EMIL’s production on A MURDER OF CROWS (1:04:22). Upcoming projects / tour dates / merch (1:11:43). Buy/stream A MURDER OF CROWS here: https://www.even.biz/r/a-murder-of-crows  Follow Mick Jenkins on Twitter here: https://x.com/mickjenkins?lang=en  Follow Mick Jenkins on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/mickjenkins/?hl=en  Intro/Outro beat by: BLOODBLIXING -- Fiending for some more quality rap content? Visit the RMPP website: https://rmpp.squarespace.com/ Want to support and help us grow? Become a RMPP Patron, and gain access to exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/therapmusicplugpodcast  Looking to connect? DM me @rapmusicplugpod on Twitter and Instagram, or shoot me an email at qlctv.podcast@gmail.com

    1h 21m

  4. 10/29/2025

    #205 - HUMAN ERROR CLUB INTERVIEW

    With most artists that I have on the show, I’m more concerned with the “why” and the “what”. Why did they take their music in this emotional direction? What inspired their style? But with today’s guests, HUMAN ERROR CLUB, I found myself often asking “how”? HUMAN ERROR CLUB is a LA-based band comprised of drummer, Mekala Sessions, and two keyboardists in Diego Gaeta and Jesse Justice, who come together to create music that can be loosely described as free jazz, with elements of hip-hop infused inside of it too. They create music through improvisational methods that genuinely amaze me. In this conversation, I sought to understand what this improvisational process looks like, some of their creative touchstones, and working with Kenny Segal on their new album on Backwoodz Studioz, HUMAN ERROR CLUB AT KENNY’S HOUSE. The Plug (0:55). The Interview (2:34). HEC’s musical background (5:20). How HEC was formed (9:18). The HEC sound (13:58). HEC’s improvisational creative process (16:40). The fun of improvisational music (19:33). HEC’s chemistry (25:22). HEC’s songwriting process (27:30). The creative process of their new album, HECAKH (30:40). The making of “Dislocated” (35:59). The impact of Kenny on HECAKH (41:40). The emotional arc of HECAKH (47:45). Upcoming projects / tour dates / merch (51:30). Buy HUMAN ERROR CLUB AT KENNY'S HOUSE here: https://backwoodzstudioz.com/collections/human-error-club-at-kennys-house?srsltid=AfmBOorMXAyLZ8kO-TgpETF_3dUnnXrmz6P_NmmGm_oCZYuqWbX8Wj6U  Follow HUMAN ERROR CLUB on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/humanerrorclubla/  Edited by: Alyssa Rodriguez Intro/Outro beat by: BLOODBLIXING -- Fiending for some more quality rap content? Visit the RMPP website: https://rmpp.squarespace.com/ Want to support and help us grow? Become a RMPP Patron, and gain access to exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/therapmusicplugpodcast  Looking to connect? DM me @rapmusicplugpod on Twitter and Instagram, or shoot me an email at qlctv.podcast@gmail.com

    58 min

  5. 10/08/2025

    #204 - THERAVADA INTERVIEW

    Today’s guest, THERAVADA, has experienced a huge 2025 so far. Releasing his latest solo album, THE YEARS WE HAVE, producing half of Earl Sweatshirt’s Live Laugh Love, contributing a guest verse to Evidence’s Unlearning Vol. 2, and producing a bonus track off billy woods’ new album. You’d think, given the build-up of features and production credits that were released before his new album, that THERAVADA meticulously calculated this expertly crafted roll-out. But on the contrary, it was simply a serendipitous coincidence, made possible by years and years of dedication to his craft, a true love for the art, and a genuine desire to build authentic connections with those in the community. In this episode, we discuss the importance of hip-hop and New York on his upbringing, working with Earl on Live Laugh Love, the signature sound of THERAVADA, and the creative process behind his deeply personal new album, THE YEARS WE HAVE. Listen on to learn more about one of the best dual-threat rappers and producers in the game. Finally, for folks in Toronto, I have a special treat for you... I will be hosting an evening of amazing hip-hop and experimental music featuring cross-country acts that include: Wave Generators, jesse the Tree, NAHreally, GhostboyRJ, and bridge of sand. Join us on October 16th at BSMT 254 - tickets on sale now, buy here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/rmpp-presents-wave-generators-jesse-the-tree-nahreally-live-in-toronto-tickets-1672174632339?aff=oddtdtcreator  The Plug (0:41). The Interview (2:45). The response to recent releases (3:36). The importance of New York in THERAVADA’s career (9:34). The importance of hip-hop on THERAVADA’s upbringing (15:09). THERAVADA’s relationship with Earl (21:28). The “THERAVADA sound” (36:19). Key influences to THERAVADA’s style (43:24). Primary inspirations to the introspective THE YEARS WE HAVE (50:31). The spiritual / mental impact of creating TYWH (56:16). Instrumental direction of TYWH (1:04:29). Points of pride from creating TYWH (1:09:17). TYWH pop-up event and future Animoss album (1:12:35). Buy/stream THE YEARS WE HAVE here: https://its2000.bandcamp.com/album/the-years-we-have  Follow THERAVADA on Twitter here: https://x.com/THERAVADA  Follow THERAVADA on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/thrvd/?hl=en  Intro/Outro beat by: BLOODBLIXING -- Fiending for some more quality rap content? Visit the RMPP website: https://rmpp.squarespace.com/ Want to support and help us grow? Become a RMPP Patron, and gain access to exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/therapmusicplugpodcast  Looking to connect? DM me @rapmusicplugpod on Twitter and Instagram, or shoot me an email at qlctv.podcast@gmail.com

    1h 20m

  6. 09/24/2025

    #203 - Teller Bank$, q no rap name, Philth Spector & Killer Kane break down 'DRUG$$$' - Album Alchemy

    Today’s episode highlights the beauty in artistic collaboration - creating something greater than the sum of its parts, as well as the beauty of art as a means to process emotion and get through life’s challenges. The quartet of rapper Teller Bank$, and producers Killer Kane, q no rap name, and Philth Spector joined forces to create one of the best albums of the year, DRUG$$$. They joined the show to deep-dive into the jazz-like improvisational creative process for the album, the therapeutic effect it had on Teller Bank$ in soundtracking his own personal story of triumph through adversity, and the serendipitous nature of the entire creative journey. Some wise words from some incredibly talented minds, you will not want to miss this. Finally, for folks in Toronto, I have a special treat for you... I will be hosting an evening of amazing hip-hop and experimental music featuring cross-country acts that include: Wave Generators, jesse the Tree, NAHreally, GhostboyRJ, and bridge of sand. Join us on October 16th at BSMT 254 - tickets on sale now, buy here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/rmpp-presents-wave-generators-jesse-the-tree-nahreally-live-in-toronto-tickets-1672174632339?aff=oddtdtcreator  The Plug (1:05). The Interview (2:50). The highly positive reception to DRUG$$$ (3:16). The genesis of the collaboration (8:00). The Flip a Beat Club between the DRUG$$$ producers (13:23). The recording process for the production of DRUG$$$ (17:34). Executing the musical vision of DRUG$$$ (21:47). The overarching narrative behind DRUG$$$ (27:38). The sound signature of DRUG$$$ (32:56). Teller’s emotional mindstate while recording DRUG$$$ (38:44). Short song structure of DRUG$$$ (57:28). The freedom that the DRUG$$$ instrumentals afforded to Teller (1:03:22). Upcoming projects / tour dates / merch (1:15:27). The impact DRUG$$$ had on Teller’s life (1:24:51). Buy/stream DRUG$$$ here: https://tellerbanks.bandcamp.com/album/drug  Follow Teller Bank$ on Twitter here: https://x.com/Teller_Banks357  Follow q no rap name on Twitter here: https://x.com/qnorapname_  Follow Philth Spector on Twitter here: https://x.com/Philth_Spector  Follow Killer Kane on Twitter here: https://x.com/killerkanebeats  Follow Teller Bank$ on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/teller_banks/  Follow q no rap name on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/qnorapname/  Follow Philth Spector on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/philth_spector/  Follow Killer Kane on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/ourleaderkane/  Intro/Outro beat by: BLOODBLIXING -- Fiending for some more quality rap content? Visit the RMPP website: https://rmpp.squarespace.com/ Want to support and help us grow? Become a RMPP Patron, and gain access to exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/therapmusicplugpodcast  Looking to connect? DM me @rapmusicplugpod on Twitter and Instagram, or shoot me an email at qlctv.podcast@gmail.com

    1h 36m

  7. 09/10/2025

    #202 - Gabe 'Nandez & Preservation breakdown 'Sortilège' - Album Alchemy

    What makes a rap duo special is more than just the quality of beats and rhymes. It’s more than even the stylistic fit between the two elements. The secret sauce lies in a personal bond that extends beyond the music That’s what today’s guests, New York-based duo Gabe ‘Nandez and Preservation, have in common. With Gabe’s track record of sharp lyricism and a distinct voice, I knew that pairing him with a musical savant like Preservation would yield strong results (said producer has created masterpieces with yasiin bey, billy woods, Ka, Marci, and more). But even with that said, they completely blew me away, exceeding the lofty expectations I had for them on their new collaborative album, Sortilège. In this episode, we dive into their personal relationship, their musical chemistry, the magic of the late great Ka, myth-making through rap, and the creative process behind their stellar new record. Finally, for folks in Toronto, I have a special treat for you... I will be hosting an evening of amazing hip-hop and experimental music featuring cross-country acts that include: Wave Generators, jesse the Tree, NAHreally, GhostboyRJ, and bridge of sand. Join us on October 16th at BSMT 254 - tickets on sale now, buy here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/rmpp-presents-wave-generators-jesse-the-tree-nahreally-live-in-toronto-tickets-1672174632339?aff=oddtdtcreator  The Plug (1:11). The Interview (3:05). The genesis of the Gabe x Preservation collaboration (4:50). The spiritual connection between Sortilège & Aethiopes (8:04). What made Ka special (12:23). The recording process for Sortilège (17:50). The influence of mythology on Gabe’s writing (22:58). The idea of transformation explored on Sortilège (29:48). Gabe’s ‘surfer dude’ vibe (34:00). The stylistic fit between Gabe & Preservation (38:48). Specific musical choices Preservation made to complement Gabe’s style (43:07). Importance of current events on war-focused lyrics on Sortilège (47:18). Upcoming projects / tour dates / merch (52:18). Buy Sortilège and merch here: https://backwoodzstudioz.com/collections/preservation-gabe-nandez-present-sortilege  Follow Gabe 'Nandez on Twitter here: https://x.com/GabeNandez  Follow Preservation on Twitter here: https://x.com/mondieumusic  Follow Gabe 'Nandez on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/champiyawn/  Follow Preservation on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/mondieumusic/  Intro/Outro beat by: BLOODBLIXING -- Fiending for some more quality rap content? Visit the RMPP website: https://rmpp.squarespace.com/ Want to support and help us grow? Become a RMPP Patron, and gain access to exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/therapmusicplugpodcast  Looking to connect? DM me @rapmusicplugpod on Twitter and Instagram, or shoot me an email at qlctv.podcast@gmail.com

    57 min

  8. 08/27/2025

    #201 - Sunmundi & Sasco INTERVIEW

    How I’d describe my tastes in music would be such that, I don’t care too much about what emotion is conveyed, I just care that there IS an emotion being shared to begin with. Whether it be portrayals of depression, bliss, and everything in between, I want my music to make me feel something. On top of that, I’m partial to more intense displays of emotion, because I’m a dramatic emotional guy, what can I say? That’s why the music of today’s guests, Sunmundi and Sasco, really speaks to me, because what they created on their latest album is a wondrous achievement in putting true heartfelt passion on to wax. The young and talented New York-based duo joined the show to discuss how their relationship formed, their natural creative chemistry, and the artistic approach behind their incredible new collaborative album, Contacting. I was pleased to co-host this conversation with friend of the show, an accomplished journalist with pieces in Pitchfork, The Guardian, Bandcamp, and more. So listen on to hear about how one of 2025’s essential records was created, and why you need to have Sunmundi and Sasco firmly on your listening radar from here on out. The Plug (0:38). The Interview (2:30). Reactions to the strong positive response to Contacting (4:20). How Sunmundi and Sasco connected (7:49). How Contacting came to be (9:31). The musical direction for Contacting (13:18). Sunmundi & Sasco’s shared intuition that conceptualized Contacting (17:46). Sunmundi’s hyper-expressive rap style (21:27). Creating music as ‘a vessel’ (28:49). Future music from Sunmundi & Sasco (33:00). The post-production work for Contacting (35:54). The core statement Contacting is communicating (38:33). Buy/stream Contacting here: https://sasco.bandcamp.com/album/contacting  Follow Sunmundi on Twitter here: https://x.com/sunmundi  Follow Sasco on Twitter here: https://x.com/sascomusic  Follow Sunmundi on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/sunmundimusic/  Follow Sasco on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/sascomusic/  Intro/Outro beat by: BLOODBLIXING Photo credit used in episode artwork by @suchi__mane on Instagram -- Fiending for some more quality rap content? Visit the RMPP website: https://rmpp.squarespace.com/ Want to support and help us grow? Become a RMPP Patron, and gain access to exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/therapmusicplugpodcast  Looking to connect? DM me @rapmusicplugpod on Twitter and Instagram, or shoot me an email at qlctv.podcast@gmail.com

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The Rap Music Plug Podcast is the remedy to the “I don’t have anything good to listen to” problem. Through in-depth artist interviews, album reviews, and general rap commentary on the best that the underground rap scene has to offer, this is your one-stop shop to knowing what to add to your queue, play next, or pop into your record player. Are you a rap music fan? And not just any fan... but a true rap music fan that wants to move past the surface level discussion, and get into the nitty-gritty of what makes rap music so great? Are you someone who loves the feeling of discovering new music, but find it hard to navigate through the thousands upon thousands of new albums that get released every single day? If any of this applies to you, this show is EXACTLY what you need.  My absolute PASSION is music. So I gladly do the dirty work of virtual crate digging, searching for the next great rap album... so you don’t have to. My name is Rohan. I am The Rap Music Plug, at your service. -- Fiending for some more quality rap content? Visit the RMPP website: https://rmpp.squarespace.com/ Want to support and help us grow? Become a RMPP Patron, and gain access to exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/therapmusicplugpodcast Looking to connect? DM me @rapmusicplugpod on Twitter and Instagram, or shoot me an email at qlctv.podcast@gmail.com

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  • Creator
    The Rap Music Plug
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2025
  • Episodes
    229
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    Explicit
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