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The Culture Decides
by Li
For Us, By Us, Hosted By Li. Truly Made For The Culture. Tune In For Music Reviews & Commentary 🎙️
Episodes
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Summer Was Good to Music | Drake’s FOMO, Cardi B, Underground Artists + Destin Conrad’s Roadrunner
Summer gave us plenty of mess, memorable moments and, most importantly, some GREAT music. On Episode 23 of The Culture Decides, I’m looking back at some of the moments that stood out across Hip-Hop, R&B and Reggae/Dancehall this summer. We get into Drake’s continued summer antics (and a potential...
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Strictly For The Underground: 7 Artists You Need to Know
Episode 22 is all about the underground. This week, I'm shining a spotlight on independent artists who are building their own lanes and pushing music forward. From Harlem to Dallas, Pittsburgh, Atlanta, Washington, D.C., and Bay Area, these artists are creating work that deserves attention beyond...
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Jay-Z vs Drake After Roots Picnic: Can Drake Carry Summer 2026? | ICEMAN, HABIBTI & MAID OF HONOUR
Drake dropped THREE projects and the internet is divided. On Episode 21, I'm breaking down ICEMAN, MAID OF HONOUR, and HABIBTI track by track, separating the hits from the filler, and asking the biggest question of all: Can Drake actually dominate the summer charts after the biggest battle of his...
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Statement Season | Bad Bunny Super Bowl, Underground Music, Coke Wave 3.5 & Don't Be Dumb Reviews
It has been BRICK, but the music? Heating up. This episode of The Culture Decides, join me, Li, as I breakdown: 🔥 Gunna sold-out MSG: stage presence, breath control, influence & why the respect needs to be LOUD. 🏆 Grammys + Super Bowl symbolism: powerful political statements, cultural…
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Bars, Business & Independence | King Shampz and the Hustler’s Renaissance
West Philly’s own King Shampz joins The Culture Decides to talk bars, independence, and building momentum outside the system. We dive into his freestyle roots, the impact of his “Bars From The Block” series, and the mindset behind his latest EP, Hustler’s Renaissance Vol. 1., Shampz breaks down…
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Brooklyn Bars & Battle Scars | A Conversation with Ruciano
From Brooklyn’s Coney Island to the Mic, Ruciano joins The Culture Decides. On this episode, I sit down with Brooklyn rapper Ruciano for a real conversation about freestyling, pain, pride, culture, and consistency. This interview is a follow-up to Episode 17, where I reviewed his “Hard To Smile”...
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Rap Duos & Duels | Westside Gunn vs WWE, Underground Rap is Up, Elcamino, Hit-Boy & Alchemist Snap + MORE
Hip-hop has been a whirlwind! Cardi B’s continuous momentum has the culture buzzing, new releases are flooding in, and there’s plenty of news to break down. Catch up with me on this episode as I cover highlights and lowlights, underground artists you need to hear, and full project reviews of...
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"Summer Outro" | Cardi B & Young Thug vs the Drama, Underground Artists on the Radar, & Joey Bada$$ “Lonely at the Top” Review
Safe to say this summer has been drama-filled! It didn’t stop the music from pouring out though. From highly anticipated albums to Young Thug’s leaked jail calls, the media and the culture has been in a frenzy! Join me while I tap into what’s been going on, new music from The Culture to vibe…
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Summer Slam of Music | New Artists to Tap in + “Summertime Butch 2” vs “Alfredo 2”
This summer has been filled with back to back drops and a mixup of competiton. It seems like everyone is either on tour and has something to address. Join me as I talk through some highlights for Tyler, The Creator, Drake’s continued ICEMAN rollout, new artists worth listening to, and compare…
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"This is Culturally Inappropriate" | Wireless Fest, & Let God Sort Em Out vs JACKBOYS 2
July is not only bringing the heat temperature wise, it’s been bringing the heat musically too! We’ve been getting new music left and right. Drake himself has been teasing “ICEMAN” and took the stage at UK’s annual fest, Wireless Festival. Join me as I unpack two highly anticipated drops…
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Idols Turned Incels | The Rise & Fall of Kanye, Drake, Nicki Minaj, & Lil Wayne
We’ve all had that parasocial moment—when an artist’s music feels personal, like they get you. But what happens when the idols start moving like incels? This week, on episode 13, I sit down with Kris Chesson, one half of the Bad Queers Podcast, to unpack the complicated rise and fall of some of...
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Royale Rumble Rap Off | Joey vs Ray & the West, Reviews for 450, Aminé, Kai Ca$h, Youngn MH, Blxst + More
May was full of surprises! Rap battles rocked the east and west coast meanwhile Diddy’s world continues to unravel with shocking reveals. Join me as I recap May and review projects for Blxst, Youngn MH, Kai Ca$h, 450, & Aminé! Let me know your favorite part of this episode and what's on your...
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Maytivities | Grand National Tour Recap, Met Gala, Album Reviews for Ding Dong, Coco Jones, & Lefty Gunplay
Had to pop out and show 'em this month! Check out episode 11 for a recap of my experience at Kendrick and SZA's Grand National Tour stop at MetLife Stadium, top looks at the Met Gala, and album reviews for Ding Dong, Coco Jones, and Lefty Gunplay! Let me know your favorite part of this episode…
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Interview with Youngn MH | Brooklyn's Next Top Artist
Y'all know I had to do it BIG for episode 10! This one is a SPECIAL bonus episode. Youngn MH, hottest artist out of Flatbush, Brooklyn, stopped by to discuss his career so far and what's in store for us. Young about to turn up for NYC real soon! Check out his latest singles Impatient & Ice Spice!...
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April Showers Equals More Music | Reviews for Alex Isley, Westside Gunn, & Davido
On episode 9ine, I’m serving up updates on the industry including the latest on Drake vs UMG, new music on the way, and conclude with project reviews for the following: Alex Isley - WHEN (EP) Westside Gunn - HEELS HAVE EYES (EP) Davido - 5ive (Album) Let me know your favorite part of this episode...
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Festival Szn | Dreamville, UY Scuti, Reviews for PARTYOF2, NAV, Lil Durk, + More
Welcome back! Festival season is here and the music industry has been heating up. Join me as I cover recent news, share songs on repeat, and project reviews for “We Owe You an Explanation” by PARTYOF2, “OMW2 Rexdale” by NAV, & “Deep Thoughts” by Lil Durk. Let me know your favorite part of this...
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Are these rappers really "Like That"? | Highlights/Lowlights of March, Drake vs UMG, Kanye Crazy, Album Reviews for Money Man, Lil Bean, Music by Playboi Carti, + More
The March Madness continues! Join me as I cover highlights/lowlights, including Drake's ongoing saga with UMG, new singles and albums on repeat, plus album reviews for Insomnia by Money Man, Ghetto Children by Lil Bean, & the long-awaited album by Playboi Carti, I AM "MUSIC". Let me know your...
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March Madness | Drake x iHeartMedia, Doechii on a run, Lil Tjay & Offset Beefing, The Outcome by ILL Tone Beats & Black Soprano Family, + More
We’re nearly halfway through the month and things have been off to a wild start. Join me as I cover Drake’s thrown out petition, upcoming albums, Doechii’s continuous success, Lil Tjay + Offset’s fall out, & more. Stay tuned for my review of The Outcome by ILL Tone Beats & Benny the Butcher’s…
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February Recap | Kendrick Bowl, A$AP Free, Life is Beautiful, Drake x PND dropped $ome $exy $ongs 4 U, & More!
Feb was stacked with highlight moments for the Culture! From Kendrick sweeping the Grammys and crushing his Super Bowl performance, Vybz winning at the MOBO Awards, A$AP beating his case, to albums from some of our faves. This episode kicks off with the highlights and ends with reviews for Life…
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Recap of Kendrick’s Super Bowl Halftime Performance
Kendrick set the stage and the tone with Sunday’s Super Bowl Halftime Show! GNX was heard live for the first time and he had a performance full of symbolism and surprises like Samuel L. Jackson. This was one def for the Culture! Tune in for my highlight moments and listen to me unpack the show!...
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The Grammys is BLACK! | Happy Black History Month
Tune in this week for a special bonus episode recapping the Grammys! Check out my highlight moments from this year’s show and my thoughts on some of the biggest winners, including Beyoncé, Kendrick, and Doechii! Timeline Intro: 00:00:31 Top Moments at the Grammys: 00:04:30 Award…
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January Recap | Hurry Up Tomorrow
Join me on the second episode of The Culture Decides! Time to recap January’s crazy moments and album releases! Timeline Intro: 00:00:31 Crazy Moments: 00:01:48 Album Reviews: 00:12:58 Central Cee - Can’t Rush Greatness: 00:17:12 Hunxho - For Us: 00:24:20 Jordan Adetunji - A Jaguar’s Dream:...
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Time to Wacc Out 2024
Welcome to the first episode of The Culture Decides! I'm your host Li and on this episode, I will be diving into how crazy 2024 has been within the music industry! A perfect episode to wrap up the EOY for my fellow music fans. Join me as I talk through rap beefs, crazy moments, an album review…
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