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Boom Bap Book Club

What makes a rap song outstanding? What makes an album a masterpiece? What’s more important—lyrics or production? There are no right answers, but dammit three rap nerds are gonna try to find them in this podcast. Original music by Red Walrus. The Rap Lizards are: Ben, Dion, and Gary.

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    Ep. 32: Run The Jewels - Run The Jewels (2013)

    What makes a rap song outstanding?What makes an album a masterpiece?What’s more important—lyrics or production?There are no right answers, but dammit three rap nerds are gonna try to find them in this podcast. Original music by Red Walrus.This week, we discuss the 2013 album "Run The Jewels" by Run The Jewels.Boom Bap Book Club is: Ben, Dion and Gary.Co-produced by Nate.https://www.boombapbookclub.com/[email protected]@boombapbookclub on Instagram and Twitter

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    Ep. 31: Jay-Z - The Black Album (2003)

    What makes a rap song outstanding?What makes an album a masterpiece?What’s more important—lyrics or production?There are no right answers, but dammit three rap nerds are gonna try to find them in this podcast. Original music by Red Walrus.This week, we discuss the 2003 album "The Black Album" by Jay-Z.Boom Bap Book Club is: Ben, Dion and Gary.Co-produced by Nate.https://www.boombapbookclub.com/[email protected]@boombapbookclub on Instagram and Twitter

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    Ep. 30: Gang Starr - Moment Of Truth (1998)

    What makes a rap song outstanding?What makes an album a masterpiece?What’s more important—lyrics or production?There are no right answers, but dammit three rap nerds are gonna try to find them in this podcast. Original music by Red Walrus.This week, we discuss the 1998 album "Moment Of Truth" by Gang Starr.Boom Bap Book Club is: Ben, Dion and Gary.Co-produced by Nate.https://www.boombapbookclub.com/[email protected]@boombapbookclub on Instagram and Twitter

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    Ep. 29: De La Soul - Stakes Is High (1996)

    RIP DAVE.What makes a rap song outstanding?What makes an album a masterpiece?What’s more important—lyrics or production?There are no right answers, but dammit three rap nerds are gonna try to find them in this podcast. Original music by Red Walrus.This week, we discuss the 1996 album "Stakes Is High" by De La Soul.Boom Bap Book Club is: Ben, Dion and Gary.Co-produced by Nate.https://www.boombapbookclub.com/[email protected]@boombapbookclub on Instagram and Twitter

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    Ep. 28: Edan - Primitive Plus (2002)

    What makes a rap song outstanding?What makes an album a masterpiece?What’s more important—lyrics or production?There are no right answers, but dammit three rap nerds are gonna try to find them in this podcast. Original music by Red Walrus.This week, we discuss the 2002 album "Primitive Plus" by Edan.The Rap Lizards are: Ben, Dion and Gary.Co-produced by Nate.https://theraplizards.com/[email protected]@theraplizards on Instagram and TwitterBoom Bap Book Club is: Ben, Dion and Gary.Co-produced by Nate.https://www.boombapbookclub.com/[email protected]@boombapbookclub on Instagram and Twitter

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    Ep. 27: Nas - God's Son (2002)

    What makes a rap song outstanding?What makes an album a masterpiece?What’s more important—lyrics or production?There are no right answers, but dammit three rap nerds are gonna try to find them in this podcast. Original music by Red Walrus.This week, we discuss the 2002 album "God's Son" by Nas.The Rap Lizards are: Ben, Dion and Gary.Co-produced by Nate.https://theraplizards.com/[email protected]@theraplizards on Instagram and TwitterBoom Bap Book Club is: Ben, Dion and Gary.Co-produced by Nate.https://www.boombapbookclub.com/[email protected]@boombapbookclub on Instagram and Twitter

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    Ep. 26: Pharoahe Monch - Desire (2007)

    What makes a rap song outstanding?What makes an album a masterpiece?aWhat’s more important—lyrics or production?There are no right answers, but dammit three rap nerds are gonna try to find them in this podcast. Original music by Red Walrus.This week, we discuss the 2007 album "Desire" by Pharoahe Monch.The Rap Lizards are: Ben, Dion and Gary.Co-produced by Nate.https://theraplizards.com/[email protected] Bap Book Club is: Ben, Dion and Gary.Co-produced by Nate.https://www.boombapbookclub.com/[email protected]@boombapbookclub on Instagram and Twitter

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    Ep. 25: Tyler, The Creator - Call Me If You Get Lost (2021)

    What makes a rap song outstanding?What makes an album a masterpiece?aWhat’s more important—lyrics or production?There are no right answers, but dammit three rap nerds are gonna try to find them in this podcast. Original music by Red Walrus.This week, we discuss the 2021 album "Call Me If You Get Lost" by "Tyler, The Creator.The Rap Lizards are: Ben, Dion and Gary.Co-produced by Nate.https://theraplizards.com/[email protected] Bap Book Club is: Ben, Dion and Gary.Co-produced by Nate.https://www.boombapbookclub.com/[email protected]@boombapbookclub on Instagram and Twitter

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    Ep. 24: A Tribe Called Quest - We Got It from Here... Thank You 4 Your Service (2016)

    What makes a rap song outstanding?What makes an album a masterpiece?aWhat’s more important—lyrics or production?There are no right answers, but dammit three rap nerds are gonna try to find them in this podcast. Original music by Red Walrus.This week, we discuss the 2016 album "We Got It from Here... Thank You 4 Your Service" by A Tribe Called Quest.The Rap Lizards are: Ben, Dion and Gary.Co-produced by Nate.https://theraplizards.com/[email protected] Bap Book Club is: Ben, Dion and Gary.Co-produced by Nate.https://www.boombapbookclub.com/[email protected]@boombapbookclub on Instagram and Twitter

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    Ep. 23: Wu-Tang Clan - Forever (1997)

    What makes a rap song outstanding?What makes an album a masterpiece?What’s more important—lyrics or production?There are no right answers, but dammit three rap nerds are gonna try to find them in this podcast. Original music by Red Walrus.This week, we discuss the 1997 album "Forever" by Wu-Tang Clan.The Rap Lizards are: Ben, Dion and Gary.Co-produced by Nate.https://theraplizards.com/[email protected] Bap Book Club is: Ben, Dion and Gary.Co-produced by Nate.https://www.boombapbookclub.com/[email protected]@boombapbookclub on Instagram and Twitter

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    Ep. 22: Redman - Muddy Waters (1996)

    WE'RE BACK!! Brand new year, brand new episodes.What makes a rap song outstanding?What makes an album a masterpiece?What’s more important—lyrics or production?There are no right answers, but dammit three rap nerds are gonna try to find them in this podcast. Original music by Red Walrus.This week, we discuss the 1996 album "Muddy Waters" by Redman.The Rap Lizards are: Ben, Dion and Gary.Co-produced by Nate.https://theraplizards.com/[email protected] Bap Book Club is: Ben, Dion and Gary.Co-produced by Nate.https://www.boombapbookclub.com/[email protected]@boombapbookclub on Instagram and Twitter

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    Ep. 21: Fugees - The Score (1996) [+ the guys talk about G.O.A.T. female MCs]

    What makes a rap song outstanding?What makes an album a masterpiece?What’s more important—lyrics or production?There are no right answers, but dammit three rap nerds are gonna try to find them in this podcast. Original music by Red Walrus.This week, we discuss the 1996 album "The Score" by Fugees.The Rap Lizards are: Ben, Dion and Gary.Co-produced by Nate.https://theraplizards.com/[email protected] Bap Book Club is: Ben, Dion and Gary.Co-produced by Nate.https://www.boombapbookclub.com/[email protected]@boombapbookclub on Instagram and Twitter

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    BONUS: The guys react to the De La Soul news (from last week, lol)

    What makes a rap song outstanding?What makes an album a masterpiece?What’s more important—lyrics or production?There are no right answers, but dammit three rap nerds are gonna try to find them in this podcast. This is a little bonus episode where the guys chat about the outstanding news about De La Soul!(*please note there is a slight dip in audio quality this episode, but future episodes will return to that nice crisp sound)The Rap Lizards are: Ben, Dion and Gary.Co-produced by Nate.https://theraplizards.com/[email protected] Bap Book Club is: Ben, Dion and Gary.Co-produced by Nate.https://www.boombapbookclub.com/[email protected]@boombapbookclub on Instagram and Twitter

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    Ep. 20: A Tribe Called Quest - Beats, Rhymes and Life (1996)

    What makes a rap song outstanding?What makes an album a masterpiece?What’s more important—lyrics or production?There are no right answers, but dammit three rap nerds are gonna try to find them in this podcast. Original music by Red Walrus.This week, we discuss the 1996 album "Beats, Rhymes and Life" by A Tribe Called Quest.The Rap Lizards are: Ben, Dion and Gary.Co-produced by Nate.https://theraplizards.com/[email protected] Bap Book Club is: Ben, Dion and Gary.Co-produced by Nate.https://www.boombapbookclub.com/[email protected]@boombapbookclub on Instagram and Twitter

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    Ep. 19: Czarface & MF DOOM - Super What? (2021) [+ The guys geek out over the big news!!)

    What makes a rap song outstanding?What makes an album a masterpiece?What’s more important—lyrics or production?There are no right answers, but dammit three rap nerds are gonna try to find them in this podcast. Original music by Red Walrus. This week, we discuss the 2021 album "Super What?" by Czarface & MF DOOM Oh, and your very own Rap Lizards were sampled on this album!! The Rap Lizards are: Ben, Dion and Gary. Co-produced by Nate. https://theraplizards.com/listen-on-all-platforms [email protected] Bap Book Club is: Ben, Dion and Gary.Co-produced by Nate.https://www.boombapbookclub.com/[email protected]@boombapbookclub on Instagram and Twitter

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    Ep. 18: Latyrx - The Album / The Muzappers Mixes EP (1997)

    What makes a rap song outstanding?What makes an album a masterpiece?What’s more important—lyrics or production?There are no right answers, but dammit three rap nerds are gonna try to find them in this podcast.Original music by Red Walrus.This week, we discuss the 1997 albums "The Album" and "The Muzappers Mixes EP" by LatyrxThe Rap Lizards are: Ben, Dion and Gary.Co-produced by Nate.https://theraplizards.com/[email protected] Bap Book Club is: Ben, Dion and Gary.Co-produced by Nate.https://www.boombapbookclub.com/[email protected]@boombapbookclub on Instagram and Twitter

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    * SIDE TRIPS * Ep. 1: Fiona Apple - Fetch The Bolt Cutters (2020)

    Follow us on a side trip as we break down a non hip-hop album! Gary's album suggestion from the last episode sent us on a journey to a place in music that neither of us necessarily have much experience in. But we had a GREAT time analyzing and discussing a very good album from a quite talented artist. Original music by Red Walrus.This week, we discuss the 2020 album Fetch The Bolt Cutters by Fiona Apple. The Rap Lizards are: Ben, Dion and Gary.Co-produced by [email protected] Bap Book Club is: Ben, Dion and Gary.Co-produced by Nate.https://www.boombapbookclub.com/[email protected]@boombapbookclub on Instagram and Twitter

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    Ep. 17: LL Cool J - Radio (1985)

    What makes a rap song outstanding?What makes an album a masterpiece?What’s more important—lyrics or production?There are no right answers, but dammit three rap nerds are gonna try to find them in this podcast.Original music by Red Walrus.This week, we discuss the 1985 album Radio by LL Cool JThe Rap Lizards are: Ben, Dion and Gary.Co-produced by [email protected] Bap Book Club is: Ben, Dion and Gary.Co-produced by Nate.https://www.boombapbookclub.com/[email protected]@boombapbookclub on Instagram and Twitter

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    Ep. 16: MF DOOM - Mm..Food? (2004) (+ R.I.P. MF DOOM)

    What makes a rap song outstanding?What makes an album a masterpiece?What’s more important—lyrics or production?There are no right answers, but dammit three rap nerds are gonna try to find them in this podcast.Original music by Red Walrus.This week, we discuss the 2004 album Mm..Food? by MF DOOMWe also begin the episode by paying our respects to the absolute legend, and a hero to each of us: MF DOOM. Rest In Peace, Daniel Dumile.The Rap Lizards are: Ben, Dion and Gary.Co-produced by [email protected] Bap Book Club is: Ben, Dion and Gary.Co-produced by Nate.https://www.boombapbookclub.com/[email protected]@boombapbookclub on Instagram and Twitter

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    Ep 15: An Interview with Esoteric of Czarface

    What makes a rap song outstanding?What makes an album a masterpiece?What’s more important—lyrics or production?There are no right answers, but dammit three rap nerds are gonna try to find them in this podcast.On this episode, Esoteric joins Ben, Dion, and Gary for a dive into Star Wars, music, and a tease of what we can look forward to in 2021. Original music by Red Walrus.The Rap Lizards are: Ben, Dion and Gary.Co-produced by [email protected] for more Esoteric, PLEASE check out his CZARCAST podcast, available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.Boom Bap Book Club is: Ben, Dion and Gary.Co-produced by Nate.https://www.boombapbookclub.com/[email protected]@boombapbookclub on Instagram and Twitter

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    Ep. 14: Busta Rhymes - Extinction Level Event 2: The Wrath of God (2020)

    What makes a rap song outstanding?What makes an album a masterpiece?What’s more important—lyrics or production?There are no right answers, but dammit three rap nerds are gonna try to find them in this podcast.Original music by Red Walrus.This week, we discuss the 2020 album Extinction Level Event 2: The Wrath of God by Busta RhymesThe Rap Lizards are: Ben, Dion and Gary.Co-produced by [email protected] Bap Book Club is: Ben, Dion and Gary.Co-produced by Nate.https://www.boombapbookclub.com/[email protected]@boombapbookclub on Instagram and Twitter

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    Ep. 13: Del the Funky Homosapien - Both Sides of the Brain (2000) [f. special guest: Red Walrus!]

    What makes a rap song outstanding?What makes an album a masterpiece?What’s more important—lyrics or production?There are no right answers, but dammit three rap nerds are gonna try to find them in this podcast.Original music by Red Walrus.This week, we discuss the 2000 album Both Sides of the Brain by Del the Funky Homosapien.We're also joined by Red Walrus (Fred), himself, on this episode!The Rap Lizards are: Ben, Dion and Gary.Co-produced by [email protected] Bap Book Club is: Ben, Dion and Gary.Co-produced by Nate.https://www.boombapbookclub.com/[email protected]@boombapbookclub on Instagram and Twitter

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    Ep. 12: Redman - Dare Iz A Darkside (1994)

    What makes a rap song outstanding?What makes an album a masterpiece?What’s more important—lyrics or production?There are no right answers, but dammit three rap nerds are gonna try to find them in this podcast.Original music by Red Walrus.This week, we discuss the 1994 album Dare Iz A Darkside by Redman.The Rap Lizards are: Ben, Dion and Gary.Co-produced by [email protected] Bap Book Club is: Ben, Dion and Gary.Co-produced by Nate.https://www.boombapbookclub.com/[email protected]@boombapbookclub on Instagram and Twitter

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    Ep. 11: The Roots - Undun (2011) [+ Ben has a meltdown over live music performances]

    What makes a rap song outstanding?What makes an album a masterpiece?What’s more important—lyrics or production?There are no right answers, but dammit three rap nerds are gonna try to find them in this podcast.Original music by Red Walrus.This week, we discuss the 2011 album Undun by The Roots. Ben also has a meltdown over our discussion of live music performances.The Rap Lizards are: Ben, Dion and [email protected] Bap Book Club is: Ben, Dion and Gary.Co-produced by Nate.https://www.boombapbookclub.com/[email protected]@boombapbookclub on Instagram and Twitter

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    Ep. 10: Czarface - Every Hero Needs A Villain (2015) [+ discussion: the magic of collaboration]

    What makes a rap song outstanding?What makes an album a masterpiece?What’s more important—lyrics or production?There are no right answers, but dammit three rap nerds are gonna try to find them in this podcast.Original music by Red Walrus.This week, we discuss the 2015 album Every Hero Needs A Villain by Czarface. We also discuss the magic of collaboration and G.O.A.T. rap duos.The Rap Lizards are: Ben, Dion and [email protected] Bap Book Club is: Ben, Dion and Gary.Co-produced by Nate.https://www.boombapbookclub.com/[email protected]@boombapbookclub on Instagram and Twitter

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    Ep. 9A [BONUS]: Busta Rhymes - Anarchy (2000)

    What makes a rap song outstanding?What makes an album a masterpiece?What’s more important—lyrics or production?There are no right answers, but dammit three rap nerds are gonna try to find them in this podcast.Original music by Red Walrus.This week, we sneak behind the curtain a bit for one of our first attempts at making a podcast. Only Gary had a real mic at the time, so the sound quality overall isn't great, but toward the beginning, you do get to hear us brainstorm a bit about the direction of the podcast, let's you into our thought process and gives you a peek behind the scenes! Eventually we discuss the 2000 album Anarchy by Busta Rhymes. The Rap Lizards are: Ben, Dion and [email protected] Bap Book Club is: Ben, Dion and Gary.Co-produced by Nate.https://www.boombapbookclub.com/[email protected]@boombapbookclub on Instagram and Twitter

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    Ep. 9: Busta Rhymes - When Disaster Strikes… (1997) [+ Cancel culture talk]

    What makes a rap song outstanding?What makes an album a masterpiece?What’s more important—lyrics or production?There are no right answers, but dammit three rap nerds are gonna try to find them in this podcast.Original music by Red Walrus.This week, we discuss the 1997 album When Disaster Strikes… by Busta Rhymes. We also get into cancel culture talk.The Rap Lizards are: Ben, Dion and [email protected] Bap Book Club is: Ben, Dion and Gary.Co-produced by Nate.https://www.boombapbookclub.com/[email protected]@boombapbookclub on Instagram and Twitter

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    Ep. 8: Danny Brown - Old (2013)

    What makes a rap song outstanding?What makes an album a masterpiece?What’s more important—lyrics or production?There are no right answers, but dammit three rap nerds are gonna try to find them in this podcast.Original music by Red Walrus.This week, we discuss the 2013 album Old by Danny Brown.The Rap Lizards are: Ben, Dion and [email protected] Bap Book Club is: Ben, Dion and Gary.Co-produced by Nate.https://www.boombapbookclub.com/[email protected]@boombapbookclub on Instagram and Twitter

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    Ep. 7: Royce da 5'9" - The Allegory (2020) [+ G.O.A.T. / Top 5 talk]

    What makes a rap song outstanding?What makes an album a masterpiece?What’s more important—lyrics or production?There are no right answers, but dammit three rap nerds are gonna try to find them in this podcast.Original music by Red Walrus.This week, we discuss the 2020 album The Allegory by Royce da 5'9". We also go into G.O.A.T. and top 5 talk.The Rap Lizards are: Ben, Dion and [email protected] Bap Book Club is: Ben, Dion and Gary.Co-produced by Nate.https://www.boombapbookclub.com/[email protected]@boombapbookclub on Instagram and Twitter

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    Ep. 6: Tyler, The Creator - IGOR (2019)

    What makes a rap song outstanding?What makes an album a masterpiece?What’s more important—lyrics or production?There are no right answers, but dammit three rap nerds are gonna try to find them in this podcast.Original music by Red Walrus.This week, we discuss the 2019 album IGOR by Tyler, The Creator.The Rap Lizards are: Ben, Dion and [email protected] Bap Book Club is: Ben, Dion and Gary.Co-produced by Nate.https://www.boombapbookclub.com/[email protected]@boombapbookclub on Instagram and Twitter

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    Ep. 5: OutKast - ATLiens (1996)

    What makes a rap song outstanding?What makes an album a masterpiece?What’s more important—lyrics or production?There are no right answers, but dammit three rap nerds are gonna try to find them in this podcast.Original music by Red Walrus.This week, we discuss the 1996 album ATLiens by OutKast.The Rap Lizards are: Ben, Dion and [email protected] Bap Book Club is: Ben, Dion and Gary.Co-produced by Nate.https://www.boombapbookclub.com/[email protected]@boombapbookclub on Instagram and Twitter

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    Ep. 4: GZA - Liquid Swords (1995)

    What makes a rap song outstanding?What makes an album a masterpiece?What’s more important—lyrics or production?There are no right answers, but dammit three rap nerds are gonna try to find them in this podcast.Original music by Red Walrus.This week, we discuss the 1995 album Liquid Swords by GZA.The Rap Lizards are: Ben, Dion and [email protected] Bap Book Club is: Ben, Dion and Gary.Co-produced by Nate.https://www.boombapbookclub.com/[email protected]@boombapbookclub on Instagram and Twitter

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    Ep. 3: Boogie Down Productions - Criminal Minded (1987)

    What makes a rap song outstanding?What makes an album a masterpiece?What’s more important—lyrics or production?There are no right answers, but dammit three rap nerds are gonna try to find them in this podcast.Original music by Red Walrus.This week, we discuss the 1987 album Criminal Minded by Boogie Down Productions.The Rap Lizards are: Ben, Dion and [email protected] Bap Book Club is: Ben, Dion and Gary.Co-produced by Nate.https://www.boombapbookclub.com/[email protected]@boombapbookclub on Instagram and Twitter

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    Ep. 2: Kanye West - Late Registration (2005)

    What makes a rap song outstanding?What makes an album a masterpiece?What’s more important—lyrics or production?There are no right answers, but dammit three rap nerds are gonna try to find them in this podcast.Original music by Red Walrus.This week, we discuss the 2003 album Late Registration by Kanye West.The Rap Lizards are: Ben, Dion and [email protected] Bap Book Club is: Ben, Dion and Gary.Co-produced by Nate.https://www.boombapbookclub.com/[email protected]@boombapbookclub on Instagram and Twitter

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    Ep. 1: Viktor Vaughn - Vaudeville Villain (2003)

    What makes a rap song outstanding? What makes an album a masterpiece? What’s more important—lyrics or production? There are no right answers, but dammit three rap nerds are gonna try to find them in this podcast.Original music by Red Walrus.This week, we discuss the 2003 album Vaudeville Villain by Viktor Vaughn (aka MF DOOM).The Rap Lizards are: Ben, Dion and [email protected] Bap Book Club is: Ben, Dion and Gary.Co-produced by Nate.https://www.boombapbookclub.com/[email protected]@boombapbookclub on Instagram and Twitter

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What makes a rap song outstanding? What makes an album a masterpiece? What’s more important—lyrics or production? There are no right answers, but dammit three rap nerds are gonna try to find them in this podcast. Original music by Red Walrus. The Rap Lizards are: Ben, Dion, and Gary.

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What makes a rap song outstanding? What makes an album a masterpiece? What’s more important—lyrics or production? There are no right answers, but dammit three rap nerds are gonna try to find them in this podcast. Original music by Red Walrus. The Rap Lizards are: Ben, Dion, and Gary.

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