#144 - Stik Figa & The Expert breakdown ’Ritual’ - Album Alchemy episode artwork

EPISODE · Jun 14, 2023 · 1H 7M

#144 - Stik Figa & The Expert breakdown ’Ritual’ - Album Alchemy

from The Rap Music Plug Podcast · host The Rap Music Plug

Video animation by: Big Flowers Intro/Outro beat by: BLOODBLIXING The Plug (0:21). Main Body of Discussion (2:29). Styles of music such as jazz, R&B, soul, and funk, have all been inseparable elements in the fabric of hip-hop production since its inception. One particular form of music that has not played nearly as much of a significant role though, is rock music. That brings us to the subject of today's episode, Ritual, an album by Topeka Kansas rapper Stik Figa, and producer The Expert based in Dublin, Ireland, who’s production features a healthy dose of psychedelic rock samples that are executed brilliantly. The Expert puts those sounds into a blender with traditional golden-age and jazz sounds that rap purists will surely appreciate. The sound, however, is not all that makes Ritual notable since it is a project that may have ended up being the last album hip-hop veteran Stik Figa would ever create. To learn more about Ritual, Stik Figa and The Expert join the show to dive deep into how this album was made, as the next instalment of the Album Alchemy series. Stik Figa and The Expert created Ritual without ever even seeing each other’s faces (2:46). The collaborative process used for Ritual (9:31). Ritual was originally supposed to be Stik Figa’s last album (18:33). The musical landscape of Ritual (24:04). What drew Stik towards these unconventional beats (34:52). The challenge of rapping over The Expert’s beats (39:36). Key themes in Ritual (43:04). Ritual’s noteworthy features (49:53). Upcoming work to expect from Stik Figa and The Expert (57:53). Buy/Stream Ritual here: https://theexpert.bandcamp.com/album/ritual  Follow Stik Figa on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/STIK_FIGA  Follow The Expert on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/itstheexpert  Follow Stik Figa on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/stik_figa/?hl=en  Follow The Expert on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/itstheexpert/  -- 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 [email protected]

Video animation by: Big Flowers Intro/Outro beat by: BLOODBLIXING The Plug (0:21). Main Body of Discussion (2:29). Styles of music such as jazz, R&B, soul, and funk, have all been inseparable elements in the fabric of hip-hop production since its inception. One particular form of music that has not played nearly as much of a significant role though, is rock music. That brings us to the subject of today's episode, Ritual, an album by Topeka Kansas rapper Stik Figa, and producer The Expert based in Dublin, Ireland, who’s production features a healthy dose of psychedelic rock samples that are executed brilliantly. The Expert puts those sounds into a blender with traditional golden-age and jazz sounds that rap purists will surely appreciate. The sound, however, is not all that makes Ritual notable since it is a project that may have ended up being the last album hip-hop veteran Stik Figa would ever create. To learn more about Ritual, Stik Figa and The Expert join the show to dive deep into how this album was made, as the next instalment of the Album Alchemy series. Stik Figa and The Expert created Ritual without ever even seeing each other’s faces (2:46). The collaborative process used for Ritual (9:31). Ritual was originally supposed to be Stik Figa’s last album (18:33). The musical landscape of Ritual (24:04). What drew Stik towards these unconventional beats (34:52). The challenge of rapping over The Expert’s beats (39:36). Key themes in Ritual (43:04). Ritual’s noteworthy features (49:53). Upcoming work to expect from Stik Figa and The Expert (57:53). Buy/Stream Ritual here: https://theexpert.bandcamp.com/album/ritual  Follow Stik Figa on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/STIK_FIGA  Follow The Expert on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/itstheexpert  Follow Stik Figa on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/stik_figa/?hl=en  Follow The Expert on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/itstheexpert/  -- 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 [email protected]

NOW PLAYING

#144 - Stik Figa & The Expert breakdown ’Ritual’ - Album Alchemy

0:00 1:07:23

No transcript for this episode yet

We transcribe on demand. Request one and we'll notify you when it's ready — usually under 10 minutes.

Big Old Life: Heather Blackbird interviews people on planet earth. Heather Blackbird loves asking questions. This podcast is a learning experience. Join me, Heather Blackbird, as I talk to people about their lives. Frequency of new episodes is a little all over the place and I'm learning as I go. Big Old Life is a small way of talking about the vastness of life, one person at a time. If you are reading this or found this podcast it's probably because someone you know gave you a link to it. :) Explicit Tales Of A Superstar DJ The Insomniac Spun seemingly out of nowhere from her complacent life in the corporate world, turned seemingly overnight from 16-Hour shift work and into the life of a literally starving artist and working musician, The Protagonist navigates her supposed rise to fame and superstardom on a journey through spiritual awakening, coming-of-age, and intimate self-realization--guided by an omnipresent force and equipped with the power of love, magic, and music. {Enter The Multiverse.} [The Festival Project] The Festival Project, Inc.™ is a multidimensional multimedia platform which encompasses exploratory and artistic social personifications and expressions on cosmic theory, spirituality, growth, health & wellness, philosophy and theoretic dynamics in entertainment such as music, design, film, television, radio, dance and festival culture, art, fashion, literature, and science. The Festival Project™ and its subsidiary Non-Profit, The Collective Complex © aims to challenge modern artistic and philosop Explicit Bitcoin Is Dead Trey Carson Welcome to Bitcoin is Dead, the ultimate Bitcoin variety show where host Trey takes you on a journey through the ever-evolving world of Bitcoin. Each episode brings new personalities, fascinating locations, and insightful conversations with politicians, educators, and innovators shaping the future of Bitcoin. Whether you're a seasoned Bitcoiner or just starting your journey, tune in for thought-provoking discussions, unique perspectives, and a deep dive into the ideas and people driving the Bitcoin revolution. Explicit The Sacred +Profane Podcast nephtaragrace The Sacred + Profane Podcast is a provocative conversation dedicated to cementing a better future for all. We specialize in unpacking the nuances of what is considered sacred and profane, particularly focusing on sex, death, and all that pertains to the circle of life. Our aim in focusing on such ”taboo” subject matter is to demystify what is unconscious, bring to light what has been known for centuries as ”the occult,” and empower the rapid transformation that is occurring on the Planet. Explicit

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is this episode of The Rap Music Plug Podcast?

This episode is 1 hour and 7 minutes long.

When was this The Rap Music Plug Podcast episode published?

This episode was published on June 14, 2023.

What is this episode about?

Video animation by: Big Flowers Intro/Outro beat by: BLOODBLIXING The Plug (0:21). Main Body of Discussion (2:29). Styles of music such as jazz, R&B, soul, and funk, have all been inseparable elements in the fabric of hip-hop production since its...

Can I download this The Rap Music Plug Podcast episode?

Yes, you can download this episode by clicking the download button on the episode player, or subscribe to the podcast in your preferred podcast app for automatic downloads.
URL copied to clipboard!