Hip-Hop Now Podcast

On this new episode, Vegas talks about the 25th anniversary of Jay-Z's album, "The Blueprint" and what the experience was like on September 11, 2001 when it released. The Snoop Dogg biopic is in motion and now has casted it's Biggie Smalls. Is Kendrick Lamar considered a lazy artist because he drops new albums every two to three years?  Let's talk about it!Support and become a HHNP Member on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCm0tLSTDRtc_U_EM0Tx5EkA/join HHNP Merch is here: New Store, New Merch!Support on CashApp: $Vegasworldinc77Theme music is produced by McLovin Beatz (@mclovin-beatz)BlueSky/Twitter/Instagram/Tik Tok/Threads/Spill: @VegasworldincBecome a YouTube Member today!HHNP Memberships

On this new episode, Jay-Z finesses fans into listening to old music at his "Listening Party." Dr. Dre takes a stance in the A.I. music argument. Vegas recaps the best releases/recommendations from August 2026. Let's talk about it!Support and become a HHNP Member on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCm0tLSTDRtc_U_EM0Tx5EkA/join HHNP Merch is here: New Store, New Merch!Support on CashApp: $Vegasworldinc77Theme music is produced by McLovin Beatz (@mclovin-beatz)BlueSky/Twitter/Instagram/Tik Tok/Threads/Spill: @VegasworldincBecome a YouTube Member today!HHNP Memberships

It's a limited episode series celebrating the year 1996! It's the 30th anniversary of many classic albums from that year and we chose twelve to "re-review!" Similar to Nas in 1996, Outkast returned with a new path to greatest on their second album, Atliens. Primed by André 3000's comments on stage at the 1995 Source Awards, "The South got something to say," became the first signal that southern hip-hop was about to plant it's flag firmly in the hip-hop game. Outkast was back and their sophmore album spoke loudly! Let's talk about it!S/O to the guest for this episode: NeltronSupport and become a HHNP Member on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCm0tLSTDRtc_U_EM0Tx5EkA/join Support on CashApp: $Vegasworldinc77Theme music is produced by McLovin Beatz (@mclovin-beatz)BlueSky/Twitter/Instagram/Tik Tok/Threads/Spill: @VegasworldincBecome a YouTube Member today!HHNP Memberships

On this new episode, Vegas recaps the first week of Duane "Keffe D" Davis's trial for the murder of 2Pac, along with reviewing Keffe D's book. Ebro says a well known female emcee told him that female fans of hers are not rap fans. Vegas also reviews The Game's new album, The Documentary III. Let's talk about it!Support and become a HHNP Member on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCm0tLSTDRtc_U_EM0Tx5EkA/join HHNP Merch is here: New Store, New Merch!Support on CashApp: $Vegasworldinc77Theme music is produced by McLovin Beatz (@mclovin-beatz)BlueSky/Twitter/Instagram/Tik Tok/Threads/Spill: @VegasworldincBecome a YouTube Member today!HHNP Memberships

On this new episode, The best albums/mixtapes of July 2026. Busta Rhymes has tremendous momentum with this new J. Dilla collaboration. Vegas slept on Rakim's new single, "A Different Kind," and here's why. Let's talk about it!Support and become a HHNP Member on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCm0tLSTDRtc_U_EM0Tx5EkA/join HHNP Merch is here: New Store, New Merch!Support on CashApp: $Vegasworldinc77Theme music is produced by McLovin Beatz (@mclovin-beatz)BlueSky/Twitter/Instagram/Tik Tok/Threads/Spill: @VegasworldincBecome a YouTube Member today!HHNP Memberships

On this new episode, Snoop Dogg biopic on the way. 38 Spesh readys a response to all with, "Fools Mate." 5 albums still in Vegas's rotation. Let's talk about it!Support and become a HHNP Member on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCm0tLSTDRtc_U_EM0Tx5EkA/join HHNP Merch is here: New Store, New Merch!Support on CashApp: $Vegasworldinc77Theme music is produced by McLovin Beatz (@mclovin-beatz)BlueSky/Twitter/Instagram/Tik Tok/Threads/Spill: @VegasworldincBecome a YouTube Member today!HHNP Memberships

On this new episode, Funk Flex radio snitching on Dj Enuff is crazy! 38 Spesh is moving the goal post now that Jadakiss has responded? Vegas reviews Rick Ross's latest album, "Set in Stone." Let's talk about it!Support and become a HHNP Member on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCm0tLSTDRtc_U_EM0Tx5EkA/join HHNP Merch is here: New Store, New Merch!Support on CashApp: $Vegasworldinc77Theme music is produced by McLovin Beatz (@mclovin-beatz)BlueSky/Twitter/Instagram/Tik Tok/Threads/Spill: @VegasworldincBecome a YouTube Member today!HHNP Memberships

On this new episode, Vegas presents his best albums and mixtapes of 2026...So Far. Let's talk about it!Support and become a HHNP Member on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCm0tLSTDRtc_U_EM0Tx5EkA/join HHNP Merch is here: New Store, New Merch!Support on CashApp: $Vegasworldinc77Theme music is produced by McLovin Beatz (@mclovin-beatz)BlueSky/Twitter/Instagram/Tik Tok/Threads/Spill: @VegasworldincBecome a YouTube Member today!HHNP Memberships

It's a limited episode series celebrating the year 1996! It's the 30th anniversary of many classic albums from that year and we chose twelve to "re-review!" Lead by the marketing campaing slogan, "Nas is Coming," It Was Written had to live up to tremendous expectations following his classic debut Illmatic.  With unmatched hype, Nas packed out the "sophmore jinx with a album that rivals is debut in classic status. Tony of DaDome Podcast joins Vegas to breakdown this pivotal point in Nas's young career. Let's talk about it!See more from my guest, Tony here: https://youtu.be/mF_aiF5NbGA?si=6ZNzaL5FRM2hr1iiSupport and become a HHNP Member on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCm0tLSTDRtc_U_EM0Tx5EkA/join Support on CashApp: $Vegasworldinc77Theme music is produced by McLovin Beatz (@mclovin-beatz)BlueSky/Twitter/Instagram/Tik Tok/Threads/Spill: @VegasworldincBecome a YouTube Member today!HHNP Memberships

It's a limited episode series celebrating the year 1996! It's the 30th anniversary of many classic albums from that year and we chose twelve to "re-review!" Jay-Z's debut album, Reasonable Doubt is better than you remember. Peak lyrics, beats custom made for a hustler, and a determination to be mentioned amongst the greats. This was Jay-Z at his hungriest. Let's talk about it!Special thanks to my guest: Jevon M. JohnsonSupport and become a HHNP Member on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCm0tLSTDRtc_U_EM0Tx5EkA/join Support on CashApp: $Vegasworldinc77Theme music is produced by McLovin Beatz (@mclovin-beatz)BlueSky/Twitter/Instagram/Tik Tok/Threads/Spill: @VegasworldincBecome a YouTube Member today!HHNP Memberships

On this new episode, the Griselda break up was real. Baby Keem says he's better than the current big 3 of Kendrick, Drake, and J. Cole. What was Drake's mindset during the battle with Kendrick Lamar? Let's talk about it!Support and become a HHNP Member on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCm0tLSTDRtc_U_EM0Tx5EkA/join HHNP Merch is here: https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/87776367-hip-hop-now-podcast-10-year-editionSupport on CashApp: $Vegasworldinc77Theme music is produced by McLovin Beatz (@mclovin-beatz)BlueSky/Twitter/Instagram/Tik Tok/Threads/Spill: @VegasworldincBecome a YouTube Member today!HHNP Memberships

On this new episode, 38 Spesh says Jadakiss is scared to jump on a track with him again?! 30 years of 2Pac's legendary diss track, "Hit-Em Up." Does Jay-Z need to drop an album after dissing several people at his Roots Picnic performance? Let's talk about it!Support and become a HHNP Member on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCm0tLSTDRtc_U_EM0Tx5EkA/join HHNP Merch is here: https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/87776367-hip-hop-now-podcast-10-year-editionSupport on CashApp: $Vegasworldinc77Theme music is produced by McLovin Beatz (@mclovin-beatz)BlueSky/Twitter/Instagram/Tik Tok/Threads/Spill: @VegasworldincBecome a YouTube Member today!HHNP Memberships

On this new episode, Max B's wave is over. Jay-Z said what about Graffiti?! Daz is selling bootleg copies of Dr. Dre's "The Chronic" on social media.  Let's talk about it!Support and become a HHNP Member on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCm0tLSTDRtc_U_EM0Tx5EkA/join HHNP Merch is here: https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/87776367-hip-hop-now-podcast-10-year-editionSupport on CashApp: $Vegasworldinc77Theme music is produced by McLovin Beatz (@mclovin-beatz)BlueSky/Twitter/Instagram/Tik Tok/Threads/Spill: @VegasworldincBecome a YouTube Member today!HHNP Memberships

It's a limited episode series celebrating the year 1996! It's the 30th anniversary of many classic albums from that year and we chose twelve to "re-review!" Sexy lyrics existed in hip-hop music before 1996, but not like this. Hip-Hop was always a male dominated art and filled with misogyny. Lil Kim's, Hard Core flipped the tables. Not only did the ladies love this unfiltered brand of "femcee" but the guys dug it too. Kim put together a bold, sexy, and bar driven debut that set the stage for artist like Nicki Minaj, Cardi B, and more. Let's talk about it!See more from my guests, The R&B Representers here: https://www.youtube.com/@rnbrepsSupport and become a HHNP Member on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCm0tLSTDRtc_U_EM0Tx5EkA/join Support on CashApp: $Vegasworldinc77Theme music is produced by McLovin Beatz (@mclovin-beatz)BlueSky/Twitter/Instagram/Tik Tok/Threads/Spill: @VegasworldincBecome a YouTube Member today!HHNP Memberships

On this new episode, Vegas reviews Drake's highly anticipated album, "ICEMAN." Let's talk about it!Support and become a HHNP Member on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCm0tLSTDRtc_U_EM0Tx5EkA/join Support on CashApp: $Vegasworldinc77Theme music is produced by McLovin Beatz (@mclovin-beatz)BlueSky/Twitter/Instagram/Tik Tok/Threads/Spill: @VegasworldincBecome a YouTube Member today!HHNP Memberships

On this new episode, who resides at the top of Complex's hip-hop media list? Vegas reviews AZ's latest album, "Doe or Die 3." Is the boombap resurgence over? Let's talk about it!Support and become a HHNP Member on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCm0tLSTDRtc_U_EM0Tx5EkA/join HHNP Merch is here: https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/87776367-hip-hop-now-podcast-10-year-editionSupport on CashApp: $Vegasworldinc77Theme music is produced by McLovin Beatz (@mclovin-beatz)BlueSky/Twitter/Instagram/Tik Tok/Threads/Spill: @VegasworldincBecome a YouTube Member today!HHNP Memberships

On this new episode, Drake announces his new album release date with a icy rollout. The best albums of March and April 2026. Vegas reviews the new commemorative book, "Run DMC and Raising Hell: 40 Years." Let's talk about it!Support and become a HHNP Member on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCm0tLSTDRtc_U_EM0Tx5EkA/join HHNP Merch is here: https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/87776367-hip-hop-now-podcast-10-year-editionSupport on CashApp: $Vegasworldinc77Theme music is produced by McLovin Beatz (@mclovin-beatz)BlueSky/Twitter/Instagram/Tik Tok/Threads/Spill: @VegasworldincBecome a YouTube Member today!HHNP Memberships

On this week's bonus episode, slept on albums in your favorite artists catalog...part2! Let's talk about it!Support and become a HHNP Member on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EqcUY4TzszoSupport on CashApp: $Vegasworldinc77Theme music is produced by McLovin Beatz (@mclovin-beatz)BlueSky/Twitter/Instagram/Tik Tok/Threads/Spill: @VegasworldincBecome a YouTube Member today!HHNP Memberships

On this new episode, Wu-Tang Clan makes it into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Are we cancelling KRS One for his defense of the late Afrika Bambaataa? Is 2026 a slow year for hip hop albums? Let's talk about it!Support and become a HHNP Member on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCm0tLSTDRtc_U_EM0Tx5EkA/join HHNP Merch is here: https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/87776367-hip-hop-now-podcast-10-year-editionSupport on CashApp: $Vegasworldinc77Theme music is produced by McLovin Beatz (@mclovin-beatz)BlueSky/Twitter/Instagram/Tik Tok/Threads/Spill: @VegasworldincBecome a YouTube Member today!HHNP Memberships

It's a limited episode series celebrating the year 1996! It's the 30th anniversary of many classic albums from that year and we chose twelve to "re-review!" Like De La Soul, A Tribe Called Quest returned with a new album in 1996. Hot off the heels of a second classic album in Midnight Mauraders, 3 "long" years had passed. The landscape of hip-hop had changed dramatically from 1993 to 1996. A hardcore sound took over while a radio friendly record wave was on the horizon. Tribe released what was considered a very divisive album. Less Phife, a new edition in the emcee Consequence, and a new production team that included Jay Dee aka J. Dilla. Fans were mixed on the final offering. Let's talk about it!S/O to the guest for this episode: Marcus J. MooreCheck out his content here: https://substack.com/@marcusjmooreSupport and become a HHNP Member on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCm0tLSTDRtc_U_EM0Tx5EkA/join Support on CashApp: $Vegasworldinc77Theme music is produced by McLovin Beatz (@mclovin-beatz)BlueSky/Twitter/Instagram/Tik Tok/Threads/Spill: @VegasworldincBecome a YouTube Member today!HHNP Memberships

It's a limited episode series celebrating the year 1996! It's the 30th anniversary of many classic albums from that year and we chose twelve to "re-review!" It had been 3 years since Busta Rhymes was kicked out of the rap group, Leaders of the New School. With the competitive environment that was 1996, Busta was charged with laying the path for his solo career. Would he sink or swim was the question but we know the answer. His solo debut, "The Coming" was prophetic. Let's talk about it on this Member Exclusive Bonus Episode!S/O to the guest for this episode:  @hallmillions Support and become a HHNP Member on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCm0tLSTDRtc_U_EM0Tx5EkA/join Support on CashApp: $Vegasworldinc77Theme music is produced by McLovin Beatz (@mclovin-beatz)BlueSky/Twitter/Instagram/Tik Tok/Threads/Spill: @VegasworldincBecome a YouTube Member today!HHNP Memberships

On this new episode, Jay-Z announces two huge show dates. Mach Hommy and Black Thought have an joint album on the way. We also talk about Rappers using A.I. for their music videos. Some do it right while others get it wrong. Let's talk about it!Support and become a HHNP Member on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCm0tLSTDRtc_U_EM0Tx5EkA/join HHNP Merch is here: https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/87776367-hip-hop-now-podcast-10-year-editionSupport on CashApp: $Vegasworldinc77Theme music is produced by McLovin Beatz (@mclovin-beatz)BlueSky/Twitter/Instagram/Tik Tok/Threads/Spill: @VegasworldincBecome a YouTube Member today!HHNP Memberships

It's a limited episode series celebrating the year 1996! It's the 30th anniversary of many classic albums from that year and we chose twelve to "re-review!" De La Soul thrived at a time when most old school rappers would of fell off. Not only did they drop a new album in the highly competitive year of 1996, they dropped one of the best. The trio stood tall on perserving the culture at a time when money and fame began to dictate what "real" hip-hop music was. Stakes is High is a landmark album in the career of a legendary hip-hop group, and one of the greatest albums of all-time! Let's talk about it!S/O to the guest for this episode: illfamCheck out his content here: https://www.youtube.com/@blackrasslinSupport and become a HHNP Member on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCm0tLSTDRtc_U_EM0Tx5EkA/join Support on CashApp: $Vegasworldinc77Theme music is produced by McLovin Beatz (@mclovin-beatz)BlueSky/Twitter/Instagram/Tik Tok/Threads/Spill: @VegasworldincBecome a YouTube Member today!HHNP Memberships

On this new episode, 50 Cent versus T.I. & Family. Vegas talks about his votes for the 2026 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Busta Rhymes announces a sequel to his collaborative mixtape with the late J. Dilla, "Dillagence 2." Let's talk about it!Support and become a HHNP Member on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCm0tLSTDRtc_U_EM0Tx5EkA/join HHNP Merch is here: https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/87776367-hip-hop-now-podcast-10-year-editionSupport on CashApp: $Vegasworldinc77Theme music is produced by McLovin Beatz (@mclovin-beatz)BlueSky/Twitter/Instagram/Tik Tok/Threads/Spill: @VegasworldincBecome a YouTube Member today!HHNP Memberships

On this new episode, LaRussel says Lil Wayne lacks substance in his bars. Roc Nation starts nostalgic rollout for the 30th anniversary of Jay-Z's debut album, Reasonable Doubt. Vegas reviews Baby Keem's second album, Casino. Let's talk about it!Celebrating Hip-Hop from 1996! Support and become a HHNP Member on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCm0tLSTDRtc_U_EM0Tx5EkA/join Support on CashApp: $Vegasworldinc77Theme music is produced by McLovin Beatz (@mclovin-beatz)BlueSky/Twitter/Instagram/Tik Tok/Threads/Spill: @VegasworldincBecome a YouTube Member today!HHNP Memberships

It's a limited episode series celebrating the year 1996! It's the 30th anniversary of many classic albums from that year and we chose twelve to "re-review!" Fugees was a group that didn't benefit from a stellar debut like Columbia Records labelmate Nas. They could of easily faded away like other artist from the early 90s whose sound seemed stuck in a fun but brief era of East Coast hip-hop. Lucky for them, producer Salaam Remi's remix of the record "Vocab" was the sound/vibe that would clear the path for their incredible follow-up album, The Score. The competiton was thick in 1996 but the Fugees had a secret weapon. Lauryn Hill's fierce mic skills combined with her powerful and melodic voice gave the group an edge that would catapult them to success beyond the parameters of dope beats and bars. Let's talk about it!S/O to the guest for this episode: AngélikaCheck out more from Angélika here: https://angelikabeener.com/Support and become a HHNP Member on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCm0tLSTDRtc_U_EM0Tx5EkA/join Support on CashApp: $Vegasworldinc77Theme music is produced by McLovin Beatz (@mclovin-beatz)BlueSky/Twitter/Instagram/Tik Tok/Threads/Spill: @VegasworldincBecome a YouTube Member today!HHNP Memberships

On this new episode, Vegas reviews J. Cole's "final" album, "The Fall-Off." Let's talk about it!Support and become a HHNP Member on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCm0tLSTDRtc_U_EM0Tx5EkA/join Support on CashApp: $Vegasworldinc77Theme music is produced by McLovin Beatz (@mclovin-beatz)BlueSky/Twitter/Instagram/Tik Tok/Threads/Spill: @VegasworldincBecome a YouTube Member today!HHNP Memberships

It's a limited episode series celebrating the year 1996! It's the 30th anniversary of many classic albums from that year and we chose twelve to "re-review!" This month's selection is special. 1996 was 2Pac's last year alive and he put together an unprecented run dropping two Platinum albums in the same year. The double album, All Eyez on Me and his "final" studio recording Makaveli The Don Killuminati: The 7 Day Theory. Let's talk about it!Support and become a HHNP Member on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCm0tLSTDRtc_U_EM0Tx5EkA/join Support on CashApp: $Vegasworldinc77Theme music is produced by McLovin Beatz (@mclovin-beatz)BlueSky/Twitter/Instagram/Tik Tok/Threads/Spill: @VegasworldincBecome a YouTube Member today!HHNP Memberships

On this new episode, Mass Appeal continues to drop clues about their next rollout, "Imagine That!" Vegas reviews the new Roc Marciano album, “656.” The Internet debates Jadakiss vs Common? Let's talk about it!Support and become a HHNP Member on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCm0tLSTDRtc_U_EM0Tx5EkA/join Support on CashApp: $Vegasworldinc77Theme music is produced by McLovin Beatz (@mclovin-beatz)BlueSky/Twitter/Instagram/Tik Tok/Threads/Spill: @VegasworldincBecome a YouTube Member today!HHNP Memberships

On this new episode, John Forté passes away and the internet celebrates his work. Kurupt of Tha Dogg Pound was hospitalized with a serious health issue. J. Cole drops “The Fall Off” album art, release date, new song/and video (Disc 2 Track 2). Let's talk about it!Support and become a HHNP Member on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCm0tLSTDRtc_U_EM0Tx5EkA/join Support on CashApp: $Vegasworldinc77Theme music is produced by McLovin Beatz (@mclovin-beatz)BlueSky/Twitter/Instagram/Tik Tok/Threads/Spill: @VegasworldincBecome a YouTube Member today!HHNP Memberships

On this new episode, Vegas recaps 2025 and talks about his expectations for Hip-Hop in 2026. Let's talk about it!Read the Substack article here: https://open.substack.com/pub/stevansmith/p/2026-preview?utm_campaign=post-expanded-share&utm_medium=post%20viewerHere's an "Best of 2025" Apple Music Playlist: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/hhnp-best-of-2025/pl.u-zRy5IZvde4p?lsSupport and become a HHNP Member on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCm0tLSTDRtc_U_EM0Tx5EkA/join Support on CashApp: $Vegasworldinc77Theme music is produced by McLovin Beatz (@mclovin-beatz)BlueSky/Twitter/Instagram/Tik Tok/Threads/Spill: @VegasworldincBecome a YouTube Member today!HHNP Memberships

On this new episode, Vegas names his best hip-hop albums of the year, including his Top 5! Let's talk about it!Here's an Apple Music Playlist: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/hhnp-best-of-2025/pl.u-zRy5IZvde4p?lsSupport and become a HHNP Member on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCm0tLSTDRtc_U_EM0Tx5EkA/join Support on CashApp: $Vegasworldinc77Theme music is produced by McLovin Beatz (@mclovin-beatz)BlueSky/Twitter/Instagram/Tik Tok/Threads/Spill: @VegasworldincBecome a YouTube Member today!HHNP Memberships

On this new episode, special guest Ahk joins Vegas for a review of the Mass Appeal album series, "Legend Has It" which included new albums from Slick Rick, De La Soul, Raekwon, Ghostface Killah, Mobb Deep, Big L, and Nas/DJ Premier. Let's talk about it!Here's an Apple Music Playlist: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/legend-has-it/pl.u-qLBat21l3JRSupport and become a HHNP Member on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCm0tLSTDRtc_U_EM0Tx5EkA/join Support on CashApp: $Vegasworldinc77Theme music is produced by McLovin Beatz (@mclovin-beatz)BlueSky/Twitter/Instagram/Tik Tok/Threads/Spill: @VegasworldincBecome a YouTube Member today!HHNP Memberships

On this new episode, Vegas reviews Nas and DJ Premier's highly anticipated album, "Light-Years." Let's talk about it!Support and become a HHNP Member on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCm0tLSTDRtc_U_EM0Tx5EkA/join Hip-Hop Classics from 2020 - 2025: https://open.substack.com/pub/stevansmith/p/dont-call-it-a-classic?r=3bx8bc&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=false Support on CashApp: $Vegasworldinc77Theme music is produced by McLovin Beatz (@mclovin-beatz)BlueSky/Twitter/Instagram/Tik Tok/Threads/Spill: @VegasworldincBecome a YouTube Member today!HHNP Memberships

On this new episode, catching up on a new series of episodes...best albums from November 2025. Let's talk about it! ...Oh yea, De La Soul's album is called "Cabin in the Clouds." My bad.Support and become a HHNP Member on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCm0tLSTDRtc_U_EM0Tx5EkA/join Hip-Hop Classics from 2020 - 2025: https://open.substack.com/pub/stevansmith/p/dont-call-it-a-classic?r=3bx8bc&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=false Support on CashApp: $Vegasworldinc77Theme music is produced by McLovin Beatz (@mclovin-beatz)BlueSky/Twitter/Instagram/Tik Tok/Threads/Spill: @VegasworldincBecome a YouTube Member today!HHNP Memberships

On this new episode, what albums from the years 2020 through 2025 would you call a classic? Let's talk about it!Support and become a HHNP Member on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCm0tLSTDRtc_U_EM0Tx5EkA/join Hip-Hop Classics from 2020 - 2025: https://open.substack.com/pub/stevansmith/p/dont-call-it-a-classic?r=3bx8bc&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=false Support on CashApp: $Vegasworldinc77Theme music is produced by McLovin Beatz (@mclovin-beatz)BlueSky/Twitter/Instagram/Tik Tok/Threads/Spill: @VegasworldincBecome a YouTube Member today!HHNP Memberships

On this new episode, Vegas reviews De La Soul's new album, "Cabin in the Sky." Nas and Dj Premier give us a release date for their long awaited album. Stove God Cooks isn't dropping until 2026 and Vegas has thoughts about that. Let's talk about it!Support and become a HHNP Member on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCm0tLSTDRtc_U_EM0Tx5EkA/join Hip-Hop Classics from 2020 - 2025: https://open.substack.com/pub/stevansmith/p/dont-call-it-a-classic?r=3bx8bc&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=false Support on CashApp: $Vegasworldinc77Theme music is produced by McLovin Beatz (@mclovin-beatz)BlueSky/Twitter/Instagram/Tik Tok/Threads/Spill: @VegasworldincBecome a YouTube Member today!HHNP Memberships

On this new episode, Max B is free, now what? Grammy nominations are out and Kendrick could clean up again. No Hip-Hop records on Billboard's Hot 100 list equals Hip-Hop is dead?! Let's talk about it!Support and become a HHNP Member on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCm0tLSTDRtc_U_EM0Tx5EkA/join Hip-Hop Classics from 2020 - 2025: https://open.substack.com/pub/stevansmith/p/dont-call-it-a-classic?r=3bx8bc&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=false Support on CashApp: $Vegasworldinc77Theme music is produced by McLovin Beatz (@mclovin-beatz)BlueSky/Twitter/Instagram/Tik Tok/Threads/Spill: @VegasworldincBecome a YouTube Member today!HHNP Memberships

On this new episode, catching up on a new series of episodes...best albums from October 2025. This will become a monthly episode. Let's talk about it!Support and become a HHNP Member on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCm0tLSTDRtc_U_EM0Tx5EkA/join Hip-Hop Classics from 2020 - 2025: https://open.substack.com/pub/stevansmith/p/dont-call-it-a-classic?r=3bx8bc&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=false Support on CashApp: $Vegasworldinc77Theme music is produced by McLovin Beatz (@mclovin-beatz)BlueSky/Twitter/Instagram/Tik Tok/Threads/Spill: @VegasworldincBecome a YouTube Member today!HHNP Memberships

On this new episode, Cam'ron is suing J. Cole for breach of contract. Jay-Z says he is untouchable in a Verzuz battle. Vegas reviews Big L's new album, "Harlem's Finest: Return of the King." Let's talk about it!Support and become a HHNP Member on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCm0tLSTDRtc_U_EM0Tx5EkA/join Hip-Hop Classics from 2020 - 2025: https://open.substack.com/pub/stevansmith/p/dont-call-it-a-classic?r=3bx8bc&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=false Support on CashApp: $Vegasworldinc77Theme music is produced by McLovin Beatz (@mclovin-beatz)BlueSky/Twitter/Instagram/Tik Tok/Threads/Spill: @VegasworldincBecome a YouTube Member today!HHNP Memberships

On this new episode, Vegas reviews the new 2Pac biography "Only God Can Judge Me: The Many Lives of Tupac Shakur" by nest-selling author Jeff Pearlman.  Let's talk about it!Support and become a HHNP Member on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCm0tLSTDRtc_U_EM0Tx5EkA/join Hip-Hop Classics from 2020 - 2025: https://open.substack.com/pub/stevansmith/p/dont-call-it-a-classic?r=3bx8bc&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=false Support on CashApp: $Vegasworldinc77Theme music is produced by McLovin Beatz (@mclovin-beatz)BlueSky/Twitter/Instagram/Tik Tok/Threads/Spill: @VegasworldincBecome a YouTube Member today!HHNP Memberships

On this new episode, catching up on a new series of episodes...best albums from each month. This will become a monthly episode. Let's talk about it!Support and become a HHNP Member on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCm0tLSTDRtc_U_EM0Tx5EkA/join Hip-Hop Classics from 2020 - 2025: https://open.substack.com/pub/stevansmith/p/dont-call-it-a-classic?r=3bx8bc&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=false Support on CashApp: $Vegasworldinc77Theme music is produced by McLovin Beatz (@mclovin-beatz)BlueSky/Twitter/Instagram/Tik Tok/Threads/Spill: @VegasworldincBecome a YouTube Member today!HHNP Memberships

On this new episode, The Verzuz series returns with Cash Money Records vs. No Limit Records. Vegas review's Mobb Deeps latest album, "Infinite." Big L's posthumous album is set to release on Halloween. Also, in a bonus segment, Vegas names five D'Angelo hip-hop collaborations. Let's talk about it!Support and become a HHNP Member on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCm0tLSTDRtc_U_EM0Tx5EkA/join Hip-Hop Classics from 2020 - 2025: https://open.substack.com/pub/stevansmith/p/dont-call-it-a-classic?r=3bx8bc&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=false Support on CashApp: $Vegasworldinc77Theme music is produced by McLovin Beatz (@mclovin-beatz)BlueSky/Twitter/Instagram/Tik Tok/Threads/Spill: @VegasworldincBecome a YouTube Member today!HHNP Memberships

MF DOOM is one of the most influential hip-hop emcees of all time. Hitting the scene in the 90s as Zev Love X with the group KMD, transforming his image and style after the passing of his brother (DJ Subroc), “Mad Flows”, “Metal Face”, “Metal Fingers” DOOM became an unmistakenly original and groundbreaking artist. His influence spans generations and YOU WILL SPELL HIS NAME RIGHT after this episode!Check out Tony's podcast: ‎⁨@TonyDaDome⁩ That Time in Hip-Hop Recommendations Playlist!Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/that-…s/pl.u-MPGuWvRAXe Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/647pSaQeLDTbSkzql3NrCHBecome a YouTube Member today!HHNP Memberships

On this bonus episode, Vegas talks about Pitchfork's "Top 100 Hip-Hop Albums" list, and why so many media outlets make them. Let's talk about it!Pitchfork's "Top 100 Hip-Hop Albums" list: https://pitchfork.com/features/lists-and-guides/best-rap-albums-all-time/ Support and become a HHNP Member on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCm0tLSTDRtc_U_EM0Tx5EkA/join Hip-Hop Classics from 2020 - 2025: https://open.substack.com/pub/stevansmith/p/dont-call-it-a-classic?r=3bx8bc&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=false Support on CashApp: $Vegasworldinc77Theme music is produced by McLovin Beatz (@mclovin-beatz)BlueSky/Twitter/Instagram/Tik Tok/Threads/Spill: @VegasworldincBecome a YouTube Member today!HHNP Memberships

On this week's episode, five of Vegas's favorite instrumental albums from Alchemist! Let's talk about it! Support and become a HHNP Member on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCm0tLSTDRtc_U_EM0Tx5EkA/joinVegas's (Stevan Smith) feature in the NY Times: https://www.nytimes.com/2025/08/06/arts/music/roy-hargrove-jazz-music.htmlSupport on CashApp: $Vegasworldinc77Merch SALE! Shirts, Hoodies, Phone Cases, and more!Visit https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/37121279-hip-hop-now-podcast Hip-Hop NOW Podcast'sTheme music is produced by McLovin Beatz (@mclovin-beatz)Blue Sky/Twitter/Instagram/Tik Tok/Threads/Spill: @VegasworldincHip-Hop NOW Podcast's Theme music is produced by McLovin Beatz (@mclovin-beatz)Become a YouTube Member today!HHNP Memberships

It's a brand new episode of "That Time in Hip-Hop!" It's a history based podcast co-hosted with Tony from "Enter Da Dome Podcast." We're talking about Drake's sophmore album, "Take Care" and it's place in hip-hop history! Is it a classic, is it hip-hop, and more!*No Ovhoes were injured during the taping of this episode ;-)Video version: https://www.youtube.com/@hiphopnowpodCheck out Tony's podcast: Da DomeThat Time in Hip-Hop recommendations Playlist!Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/that-…s/pl.u-MPGuWvRAXeSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/647pSaQeLDTbSkzql3NrCHBecome a YouTube Member today!HHNP Memberships

On this week's episode, Dr. Dre recorded several songs with DipSet that will never be released. Clipse perform at the Vatican?! Vegas re-reviews Jay Electronica's once leaked solo album, "Act II" along with a bonus release. Let's talk about it! Support and become a HHNP Member on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCm0tLSTDRtc_U_EM0Tx5EkA/joinHip-Hop Classics from 2020 - 2025: Don't Call It A ClassicSupport on CashApp: $Vegasworldinc77Merch SALE! Shirts, Hoodies, Phone Cases, and more!Visit https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/37121279-hip-hop-now-podcast Hip-Hop NOW Podcast'sTheme music is produced by McLovin Beatz (@mclovin-beatz)Blue Sky/Twitter/Instagram/Tik Tok/Threads/Spill: @VegasworldincBecome a YouTube Member today!HHNP Memberships

On this week's episode, is there a new Jay-Z album on the way? Will Stove God Cooks get the opportunity to finally drop a new album? Young Thug, and others, confuse "the streets" with hip-hop music and culture. Let's talk about it! Support and become a HHNP Member on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCm0tLSTDRtc_U_EM0Tx5EkA/joinHip-Hop Classics from 2020 - 2025: Don't Call It A ClassicSupport on CashApp: $Vegasworldinc77Merch SALE! Shirts, Hoodies, Phone Cases, and more!Visit https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/37121279-hip-hop-now-podcast Hip-Hop NOW Podcast'sTheme music is produced by McLovin Beatz (@mclovin-beatz)Blue Sky/Twitter/Instagram/Tik Tok/Threads/Spill: @VegasworldincBecome a YouTube Member today!HHNP Memberships

On this week's episode, Vegas reviews new albums from Ghostface Killah and Chance the Rapper! Fivio Foreign worked with Nas but says he doesn't really know his music. Jay-Z's "Imaginary Players" soars due to a Cardi B cover of it...and her version is hot! Let's talk about it! Support and become a HHNP Member on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCm0tLSTDRtc_U_EM0Tx5EkA/joinVegas's (Stevan Smith) feature in the NY Times: https://www.nytimes.com/2025/08/06/arts/music/roy-hargrove-jazz-music.htmlSupport on CashApp: $Vegasworldinc77Merch SALE! Shirts, Hoodies, Phone Cases, and more!Visit https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/37121279-hip-hop-now-podcast Hip-Hop NOW Podcast'sTheme music is produced by McLovin Beatz (@mclovin-beatz)Blue Sky/Twitter/Instagram/Tik Tok/Threads/Spill: @VegasworldincHip-Hop NOW Podcast's Theme music is produced by McLovin Beatz (@mclovin-beatz)Become a YouTube Member today!HHNP Memberships