The Boom Bap Hour Podcast

Coming up on The Boom Bap Hour — meet the self-proclaimed Queen of Augusta 👑With hard-hitting lyrics, catchy beats, and unapologetic confidence, Lisha Rae breaks down her rise, her sound, and why the city wears the crown.Welcome to the magical wonderland of Lisha Rae — your first ticket is right here. 🎟️🎙️

🎤 The Boom Bap Hour x The Mighty Dez Thomas & The Nonymous JD 🔥 | SZN 7 | EPISODE 4From Boston to Augusta...The Nonymous JD & TheMightyDezThomas pull up to The Boom Bap Hour to talk Weeds In The Garden — a raw EP about growth, grit, and resilience.Hip-hop with roots.

🎤 The Boom Bap Hour x Kulio Berken 🔥 | SZN 7 | EPISODE 3On this episode of The Boom Bap Hour, we sit down with Kulio Berken to talk artistry, roots, and the undeniable impact of Augusta, GA—the home of James Brown—on Hip Hop culture as a whole. From soul to boom bap, Augusta’s influence runs deeper than most people realize. This is a history lesson, a cultural conversation, and a reminder that Hip Hop’s DNA is everywhere.

🎤 The Boom Bap Hour x OG Tripp 🔥 | SZN 7 | EPISODE 2The Boom Bap Hour sits down with OG Tripp for a raw, unfiltered conversation. The Augusta artist opens up about his latest music, the vision behind his label Ghosthouse, and the truth behind being one of the city’s most talked-about—and misunderstood—artists. From artistry to accountability, OG Tripp clears the air and speaks his truth with no filters. If you care about real hip hop, real stories, and real growth, this is an interview you don’t want to miss.

🎤 The Boom Bap Hour x Dairius Alexander 🔥This week, Mrs. Vonetta and Selah Guru sit down with Dairius Alexander, the Augusta-born, Charlotte-based artist behind the powerful album Sober. He talks about his journey through sobriety, his viral NY freestyle, creating deeply personal tracks like “2718,” his many artistic talents...and even clears the air about the Juneteenth controversy in Augusta.Raw, honest, and inspiring—this is why Hip Hop chose him.Sponsored by The Legacy Lab on Substack:https://bars4yamindz.substack.com 👉 Subscribe for more real conversations.https://www.instagram.com/theboombaphour/

"Hip Hop Saved Me"🎤 The Boom Bap Hour sits down with Sean Linen, opening up about how Hip Hop saved his life and what it’s like being part of Team Melo Music Group — staying true to the culture and the grind. 💯👉 Subscribe for more exclusive artist interviews!#SeanLinnen #TheBoomBapHour #TeamMeloMusicGroup #HipHopSavedMyLife #RealHipHop #BoomBapCulture #LegacyLab

"I've Got a Story To Tell"The Boom Bap Hour sits down with Bronx native Ray Pearson, one of the most dynamic voices in Hip Hop and Latin Hip Hop. A four time Independent Music Award winner who's rocked stages with Joell Ortiz, Styles P, and Tony Touch, he shares his journey, passion for the culture, and how he's building a movement beyond the mic through Unkaged With RAY! and KAGED MUZIK.#TheBoomBapHour #LegacyLab #LatinHipHop #HipHopPodcast #BronxHipHop #HipHopCulture #StylesP #JoellOrtiz #TonyTouch #IndependentArtist

Two powerhouses of the culture link up on The Boom Bap Hour! Emmy Award-winning emcee and storyteller Devine Carama joins Brooklyn-born producer Amadeus 360, protégé of Kid Capri, to talk about their new collab Guardians of the Boom Bap. Packed with sharp bars, classic beats, and raw Hip-Hop energy, this project takes it back to the essence while pushing the culture forward.

The Boom Bap Hour sits down with Shea Barz—straight out of Queens, a true testament to resilience and raw talent. From grinding since 14 to overcoming personal loss, health battles, and industry struggles, Shea has proven that strength and perseverance lead to greatness. Known as the Queen of the Tristate, she’s now stepping into the spotlight with her upcoming EP Beautiful Prison.In this exclusive interview, we dive deep into Shea's journey—how her music reflects her life, her personal struggles, and how she’s turned pain into power. Prepare to be inspired by her incredible story of survival and transformation.Shea, your story is nothing short of amazing. Get ready to witness the strength that keeps her pushing forward. 🙌💫#TheBoomBapHour #SheaBarz #BeautifulPrison #Resilience #Queens #MusicThatHeals

🔥NEW EPISODE ALERT!🔥 🎙️On this week’s The Boom Bap Hour, we bring theunapologetic, the unstoppable, the QUEEN of real talk herself- ‪@MandaMurhead‬ She’s not just spitting bars — she’s dropping truth bombs.💥 From the mic to the movement, Mandy talks:💋 Embracing your sensualitywithout apology🎤 Shattering double standards in the rap game👑 The raw strength behind feminine energy🔥 Why confidence is the realrevolution.If you’ve ever been told to dim your light, THIS is the episode you need in your life. 💬 “Femininity ain’t weakness— it’s a superpower.” - MandyMayhem📲 Tap in now.

🔥 From Pain to Power: The Rise of a Baltimore Hip-Hop Force | Exclusive Interview 🔥The Boom Bap Hour sit down with P Dope, true embodiment of resilience and realness. Hailing from Baltimore, this artist has built his name from the ground up—no industry shortcuts, no mainstream handouts—just raw talent, relentless hustle, and unshakable authenticity.Through life-altering challenges and personal transformation, he’s turned pain into power, using storytelling as both a weapon and a lifeline. With multiple acclaimed projects already under his belt, 2025 is shaping up to be his biggest year yet—thanks to his powerful new EP, "I Thought You Would Be Happy For Me."

The Boom Bap Hour sits down with Brooklyn’s own It’s Vezz—an international hip-hop force who’s taking his sound from the BK streets to stages in Paris and Madrid. Known for his razor-sharp bars and vibrant energy, Vezz breaks down how he’s built a global movement that blends hustle, high life, and hard-earned wisdom. We talk ambition, authenticity, and why real Hip Hop knows no borders. Don’t miss this convo with one of the culture’s rising voices.

The Boom Bap Hour kicks off season 6 chopping it up with M.O.G. (Man of God) to vibe on his spiritual journey while crafting his latest album, 40. They break down the power behind the number 40 and dive into how building with God sets the stage for real self-discovery—leaving you with one question… How do you talk to God? #hiphopspirituality #hiphopgospel #gospelhiphop #gospelpodcast #hiphoppodcast #gospelboombap #boombap

Everybody thinks of Al Green when you think of hot grits...but many don't know the tragic whole story. This story has a whole twist that many don't know about...stay tuned to hear the story that Al can't even believe happened himself.

The Boom Bap Hour sits down with Boy JuiceTEK, Kool Kim of the legendary UMCs, and King Laj aka Insomnia - bringing you “Strictly 4 The Culture - Volume 2”. This free community event is a signature showcase of Hip Hop culture, bringing together top-tier talent, and the element of breakdancing to the CSRA area. Join us to experience the essence of hip-hop in its purest form on January 25th at R&R Bar & Grill on Gordon Highway in Augusta, Georgia. 

The Boom Bap Hour catches up with comedian EJ Rogers! Born and raised in Augusta, Georgia—the hometown of James Brown—EJ is taking over stages everywhere and dominating your social media feed. Known for his hilarious skits and standout movie roles, he shares the key ingredients to his recipe for success and what sets him apart as an entertainer.

The Boom Bap Hour sits down with Dray Taylor, hip hop artist, producer and fashion designer with his clothing brand Ethics Child. Blazing his own path from the studio to the design table…he lets us know why he is a trendsetter carving his destiny with dedication and purpose.

The Boom Bap Hour sits down with the infamous East Side Boyz! With infectious, street-strutting lyrics that are backed by an unmistakable trademark sound of the South, the creators of “crunk” have blazed their way to glory, both in clubs and on the record charts. These ATL legends tell us how they took what was ONCE regional…and transported it a GLOBAL phenomenon.

The Boom Bap Hour sits down with Streets Soprano… straight out of Buffalo and co-signed by Benny The Butcher. Also the CEO of Trust Nobody Music Group and a member of the Black Soprano Family, he tells us about his new single “Wallah”, his musical roots, and the importance of encouraging others in his music.

The Boom Bap Hour sits down with the smart and sassy Jay Elle…using her Rhythm and Blues infused Hip Hop to empower women with her “newest* single and video, “No Man”, taking the industry by storm. Tune in now.

The Boom Bap Hour sits down with Rockwelz, who brings us his newest album LL2j. He delves into the nostalgic vibe the listeners will feel - like ripping open a CD cover or tape and pressing repeat on the boom box. He also talks about his international tour and what fans can look forward to in 2024.

The Boom Bap Hour kicks off 2024 getting real about the Diddy and TD Jakes drama, DJ Envy’s legal battles, why Rick James and Prince had beef and much more. #theboombaphour #boombappodcast #hiphopnews #hiphopmusic #diddy #tdjakes #mclyte #entertainmentnews #emimem #realhousewivesofpotomac #damedash #jayz #rickjames #prince #djenvy #kattwilliams #remyma #papoose #eazytheblockcaptain

The Boom Bap Hour sits down with Daryl Brown. son of the legendary Godfather of Soul James Brown. He talks about his father's legacy, and touring all over the world with his father's band, "The Soul General's." He also tells us about his upcoming miniseries about the life of his father.

The Boom Bap Hour sits down with Bboy JuiceTEK - founding member of the Twisted Elementz crew. Always repping Augusta...and born on James Brown's birthday...he tells us how the love of B-Boying literally saved his life...and now he's an inspiration to never give up on your dream of dancing...while passing on this essential element of Hip Hop to the youth.

The Boom Bap Hour links up with super producer Amadeus 360, the protégé of Hip Hop legend Kid Capri. He's produced records for Kool G Rap, Busta Rhymes, Paul Wall, and Sheek Louch of The LOX, etc. He tells us about his newest album The MPC Jedi featuring guest verses from Black Moon's Buckshot, M.O.P, Ras Kass, Keith Murray, Sticky Fingaz, Lil Dee, Nems, Rockness Monsta, and more.

The Boom Bap Hour chops it up with Honored Moocher. Hailing from South Africa, he describes his music as very Def Jux, with the occasional tinge of Soul which can be heard in his melodies. His high powered performances include opening up for Hip Hop legends Canibus at the Bassline in Johannesburg and for Talib Kweli at the popular BTTC (Back To The City) Festival.

The Boom Bap Hour gets deep into mind science with Ricky Prestige Leverett Jr., a professional Metaphysical Motivational Speaker - talking spirituality, power of the mind, emotional intelligence, metaphysics and psychology.

The Boom Bap Hour sits down with the legendary Positive K, the launching of his comedy career, where he tells us about his newest music, a secret about his legendary hit “I Got a Man, a little known Hip Hop history fact, and touring with Big Daddy Kane.

The Boom Bap Hour chops it up with J. Paul The DemiGod. An all around creative entrepreneur…from creating independent films in his Augusta film studio to creating the Independent Hustler Awards.

The Boom Bap Hour sits down with Truez. Truez’s music has been described as a complete blend of emotions, lyrical technique delivered with Northern aggression with a Southern twang.

The Boom Bap Hour sits down with The Art Dealer...where he talks to us about his newest music, the scene of Augusta Hip Hop, and much more.

If you are looking for a sweet sound that fills your spirit...look no further. The Boom Bap Hour sits down with gospel singer and songwriter Kamika Kamika. Singing since the age of two, Kamika is sharing her message of hope to anyone that will listen…and she is sowing a seed of love and faith with a bit of Hip Hop flavor.

The Boom Bap Hour sits down AE…R&B/Soul, recording artist and singer-songwriter. She is a storyteller, whose true thoughts and feelings are illuminated through her lyrics. Her candor and explicit honesty work to give space to Black stories and Black voices. She tells us about her current hits and new music coming out for 2023.

The Boom Bap Hour sits down with C-Ball…who takes us on his musical journey from a young age…straight out of Augusta GA…and tells us about his hot new singles BBL and Mrs. Butterworths.

The Boom Bap Hour sits down with YK. Straight out of Waynesboro, GA, he is representing letting us know that he is giving us quality over quantity at a young age, making moves for a legendary career. This is an interview that you don’t want to miss!

The Boom Bap Hour sits down with the one and only OG Tripp. He talks with us about his newest music and his label, Ghosthouse. This is an interview that you don’t want to miss!

The Boom Bap Hour sits down with the legendary NYOIL. He fills us in on his newest hit “My Condolences” that currently has everyone bobbin’ their heads. We go down memory lane with his legendary career with the groundbreaking group “The UMCs” - also being a part of history with  the poster that everyone saw on Martin Lawrences’ wall!  A founding reason for opening the door for Staten Island Hip- Hop, you don’t want to miss this interview.

The Boom Bap Hour sits down with FerQuan, AKA ‘The Rap-Sing King.” He tells us about his King Quan Project: Barz & Balladz LP, which is due out on all DSPs August 26, featuring his newest singles ‘Work” and “If You Knew’. He shares with us his life journey, overcoming obstacles, and beating adversity. Look for him playing Tupac Shakur in the upcoming movie: “Wide Open: The Andre’ Rison Story”. This is a great interview that you don’t want to miss!

The Boom Bap Hour chops it up with Vigilante, Hip Hop artist, actor and model. He tells us about his latest release, and the components which set him apart as an exceptional artist. His acting roles include Barbershop 3, Alvin and The Chipmunks 4, and For My Man. An incredibly insightful artist, you don’t want to miss this interview from Vigilante. 

The Boom Bap Hour chops it up with Uni Verse, dropping her album “9” on all platforms! She shares with us her incredible musical journey after returning to Hip Hop after a 16 year hiatus, hitting us with her newest single, “Got The Name.” Sharing her grown woman wisdom that magnifies the meaning behind her lyrics, Uni Verse is a dope MC creating rhymes that will resonate within your soul.

The Boom Bap Hour sits down with the MCs of the #Bars4YaMindz Concert Series featuring Busgy Calhoun, Big Bailey, The Titans and Gorganus. Check out the official #Bars4YaMindz CIP-HER.

We're chopping it up with Mic King, a Battle Rap champion that has shared stages with acts like the Wu-Tang Clan, Rakim, Nas, and J. Cole. Returning after a decade-long hiatus from music, King comes back with his iCONIC EP, featuring heady lyricism over hard-hitting, soulful beats reminiscent of 01-03 Rocafella.

We're talking with Whichcraft about his newest music and his career, displaying extraordinary bars and  performing all over the tri-state area and as well as down south. He also was a lead singer of a rock band in Charlotte from 2009-2014. He speaks to us about his collaboration with Indigo Phoenyx about their newest single “Ever Ever”. #art #podcast #bars4yamindz #thevoiceofrealhiphop 

This episode it's about showing rainbow love in our world. Check out The Boom Bap Hour's raw and uncut commentary on the hottest entertainment news! We're chopping it up with Mic King, a Battle Rap champion that has shared stages with acts like the Wu-Tang Clan, Rakim, Nas, and J. Cole. Returning after a decade-long hiatus from music, King comes back with his iCONIC EP, featuring heady lyricism over hard-hitting, soulful beats reminiscent of 01-03 Rocafella.

It's the 420 episode - smoke is in the air! What are you rolling up? This episode The Boom Bap Hour chops it up with D. Brock DaLyrical, a Pittsburgh artist that has made plenty of noise throughout the years. His new single “Call Me Old” is the first song that he has written and recorded in 11 years. The 51-year-old MC decided to embrace his age and stay true to hip hop, while showing that he still has skills while sending a message to the entire hip hop community. A story of conquering obstacles when all seemed bleak, Brock lost the ability to speak in 2009, teaching himself to speak again using only Hip Hop.

The Boom Bap Hour chops it up with D. Brock DaLyrical, a Pittsburgh artist that has made plenty of noise throughout the years. His new single “Call Me Old” is the first song that he has written and recorded in 11 years. The 51-year-old MC decided to embrace his age and stay true to hip hop, while showing that he still has skills while sending a message to the entire hip hop community. A story of conquering obstacles when all seemed bleak, Brock lost the ability to speak in 2009, teaching himself to speak again using only Hip Hop.

On this week’s segment of “On Tha Road with MC Till, he gives us a dope review of “Nothing Less”, by Awon and Phonics.  MC Till is co-author of The Boom Bap Review 1,2, and 3. Every segment he’s chilling in his car listening to a new Boom Bap album that we should listen to and know about. Some you know some you may not know but it’s all new music that should be on YOUR playlist.

The Boom Bap Hour talks with Ahsan The Golden Child, who announces the digitally remastered Art of Emceeing available on Audiomack. 25 years ago history was made for the Hip Hop books…along with Righteous M.O.B. Entertainment released the street tape, Art of Emceeing. This was the duo’s contribution to exposing new Hip Hop talent to the masses. Don't miss this exciting interview!

Check out The Boom Bap Hour's raw and uncut commentary on the hottest entertainment news!

Check out The Boom Bap Hour's raw and uncut commentary on the hottest entertainment news!