StarCHaser Central

We celebrate episode 100 and so much more with a treasured entry in the StH series. Is this a tape about Sonic, the demise of Charles or something totally different? Please stay tuned through the end for an important announcement!SCC Rating System:Super Sonic: Undeniable classic, all time greatBase Sonic: Good to Great tape, a few chaos emeralds shortTails: An underrated tape; needs more earsKnuckles: Tape of highs & lows; inconsistentMecha Sonic 2: a meh tape that has been done better.Robotnik: not a fan/wasn't for me Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We hop on the flight of TWA 801 as we listen to Steve Smith and The Blazer. We discuss the versatile tape that shows many different styles of Charles but were successful trips or was their turbulence along the way?SCC Rating System:Super Sonic: Undeniable classic, all time greatBase Sonic: Good to Great tape, a few chaos emeralds shortTails: An underrated tape; needs more earsKnuckles: Tape of highs & lows; inconsistentMecha Sonic 2: a meh tape that has been done better.Robotnik: not a fan/wasn't for me Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Possibly the most requested "project" for this podcast, Stik and Mike explore the 200+ track Catholic Illuminati: Infinite Psalms. Will they even survive listening to all that music?SCC Rating System:Super Sonic: Undeniable classic, all time greatBase Sonic: Good to Great tape, a few chaos emeralds shortTails: An underrated tape; needs more earsKnuckles: Tape of highs & lows; inconsistentMecha Sonic 2: a meh tape that has been done better.Robotnik: not a fan/wasn't for me Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Can Charles improve on the first? We review his second album while discussing quotables, his growth as an artist in between albums and the potential connection to the Substance Abuse project SCC Rating System:Super Sonic: Undeniable classic, all time greatBase Sonic: Good to Great tape, a few chaos emeralds shortTails: An underrated tape; needs more earsKnuckles: Tape of highs & lows; inconsistentMecha Sonic 2: a meh tape that has been done better.Robotnik: not a fan/wasn't for me Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From a release standpoint, The Blue Lavalamp was the second in the Lavalamp series. A project that divides the StarCHasers, we review the enigmatic tape, discover an interesting version and wonder why mirrors are the enemy.SCC Rating System:Super Sonic: Undeniable classic, all time greatBase Sonic: Good to Great tape, a few chaos emeralds shortTails: An underrated tape; needs more earsKnuckles: Tape of highs & lows; inconsistentMecha Sonic 2: a meh tape that has been done better.Robotnik: not a fan/wasn't for me Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Another album that unfortunately didn't get released, we take a look at what happens when Charles really goes pop. We discuss the two versions of All Alone, the infamous Gauchos and address the popular, yet controversial favorite, Choices. SCC Rating System:Super Sonic: Undeniable classic, all time greatBase Sonic: Good to Great tape, a few chaos emeralds shortTails: An underrated tape; needs more earsKnuckles: Tape of highs & lows; inconsistentMecha Sonic 2: a meh tape that has been done better.Robotnik: not a fan/wasn't for me Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A first draft or discarded prototype? We discuss The Broken Pink Lavalamp, CH/Yung Nate's debacle (and chemistry) and try to figure out what this project was meant to be.SCC Rating System:Super Sonic: Undeniable classic, all time greatBase Sonic: Good to Great tape, a few chaos emeralds shortTails: An underrated tape; needs more earsKnuckles: Tape of highs & lows; inconsistentMecha Sonic 2: a meh tape that has been done better.Robotnik: not a fan/wasn't for me Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Come join us for a time at the grand old opera as Charles takes on a very ambitious crossover. How does a CH x Opera project translate? SCC Rating System:Super Sonic: Undeniable classic, all time greatBase Sonic: Good to Great tape, a few chaos emeralds shortTails: An underrated tape; needs more earsKnuckles: Tape of highs & lows; inconsistentMecha Sonic 2: a meh tape that has been done better.Robotnik: not a fan/wasn't for me Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A new series but working backwards? The TWA series is beloved by the StarCHasers and we see if we agree SCC Rating System:Super Sonic: Undeniable classic, all time greatBase Sonic: Good to Great tape, a few chaos emeralds shortTails: An underrated tape; needs more earsKnuckles: Tape of highs & lows; inconsistentMecha Sonic 2: a meh tape that has been done better.Robotnik: not a fan/wasn't for me Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We complete the Reaper series and not only give our rating for Fear, but also rate the series as a whole and rank the tapes.SCC Rating System:Super Sonic: Undeniable classic, all time greatBase Sonic: Good to Great tape, a few chaos emeralds shortTails: An underrated tape; needs more earsKnuckles: Tape of highs & lows; inconsistentMecha Sonic 2: a meh tape that has been done better.Robotnik: not a fan/wasn't for me Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A 2010 project with surprising origins, we discuss a tape full of longer CH records. SCC Rating System:Super Sonic: Undeniable classic, all time greatBase Sonic: Good to Great tape, a few chaos emeralds shortTails: An underrated tape; needs more earsKnuckles: Tape of highs & lows; inconsistentMecha Sonic 2: a meh tape that has been done better.Robotnik: not a fan/wasn't for me Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Camera Coolant Egyptian Circus is a trip into lofi territory--does it deliver? SCC Rating System:Super Sonic: Undeniable classic, all time greatBase Sonic: Good to Great tape, a few chaos emeralds shortTails: An underrated tape; needs more earsKnuckles: Tape of highs & lows; inconsistentMecha Sonic 2: a meh tape that has been done better.Robotnik: not a fan/wasn't for me Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Charles seems to have a thing for somebody on this tape from 2020. But is it a love tape?  SCC Rating System:Super Sonic: Undeniable classic, all time greatBase Sonic: Good to Great tape, a few chaos emeralds shortTails: An underrated tape; needs more earsKnuckles: Tape of highs & lows; inconsistentMecha Sonic 2: a meh tape that has been done better.Robotnik: not a fan/wasn't for me Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We check back in on the "Anatomy" series with The Soul of Charles Hamilton. Will the music live up to its name? SCC Rating System:Super Sonic: Undeniable classic, all time greatBase Sonic: Good to Great tape, a few chaos emeralds shortTails: An underrated tape; needs more earsKnuckles: Tape of highs & lows; inconsistentMecha Sonic 2: a meh tape that has been done better.Robotnik: not a fan/wasn't for me Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Coming off Charles dropping multiple projects to SoundCloud, we review Waft Dunk. We discuss the cover and title of the tape as well as the "third verse curse." SCC Rating System:Super Sonic: Undeniable classic, all time greatBase Sonic: Good to Great tape, a few chaos emeralds shortTails: An underrated tape; needs more earsKnuckles: Tape of highs & lows; inconsistentMecha Sonic 2: a meh tape that has been done better.Robotnik: not a fan/wasn't for me Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From the year 2014 comes A Bad Representation of Ugly. What does Charles mean by this but more importantly, will this be the contrary and be a beautiful piece of art? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We review the 2013 tape Death and the Downs. Does the mood of the project affect the listening experience? We discuss this, Charles' mention of the Hamiltonization Process, and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Time to approach the stage as we review Showtime w/Apollo. Will this get a round of applause or will it fall on deaf ears?SCC Rating System:Super Sonic: Undeniable classic, all time greatBase Sonic: Good to Great tape, a few chaos emeralds shortTails: An underrated tape; needs more earsKnuckles: Tape of highs & lows; inconsistentMecha Sonic 2: a meh tape that has been done better.Robotnik: not a fan/wasn't for me Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Charles Hamilton x Dr Dre. A combination that can't miss? Check out what we thought!SCC Rating System:Super Sonic: Undeniable classic, all time greatBase Sonic: Good to Great tape, a few chaos emeralds shortTails: An underrated tape; needs more earsKnuckles: Tape of highs & lows; inconsistentMecha Sonic 2: a meh tape that has been done better.Robotnik: not a fan/wasn't for me Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A tape that appears to be more of a compilation, did we stumble across the best there is, the best there was and the best there ever will be? Consider donating to Charles' GoFundMe:https://www.gofundme.com/f/feed-charles-assistance-lost?lang=en_US SCC Rating System:Super Sonic: Undeniable classic, all time greatBase Sonic: Good to Great tape, a few chaos emeralds shortTails: An underrated tape; needs more earsKnuckles: Tape of highs & lows; inconsistentMecha Sonic 2: a meh tape that has been done better.Robotnik: not a fan/wasn't for me Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

what happens when you're ready to tell your side of the story? Charles addresses some old flings as we discuss the concept and legacy of the album it heavily samples. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We each personally rank the projects of The Hamiltonization Process before creating the SCC unofficial ranking. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're joined by OG StarCHaser Dalvyn as we discuss StH:Rezzurexion. Could this short offering in the heralded series one of its best? Learn some insight about this album from our guest as well as asking a great question: where's the Sonic in this Sonic the Hamilton?SCC Rating System:Super Sonic: Undeniable classic, all time greatBase Sonic: Good to Great tape, a few chaos emeralds shortTails: An underrated tape; needs more earsKnuckles: Tape of highs & lows; inconsistentMecha Sonic 2: a meh tape that has been done better.Robotnik: not a fan/wasn't for me Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

illmatic is considered one of the best hip hop albums of all time. what happens when Charles Hamilton puts a spin on it? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Loud and Wrong isn't just a popular clapback. How do we feel about this 2016 offering? Later we reveal the winner of the 2025 MarCH Madness tournament for best CH beat Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today we talk about a tape full of controversial topics, NHF. Known by another name, we unveal the details about this tape, while also discussing the struggles of attempting to suggesting tapes like this one. Later, we reveal the results from the past week of voting in the MarCH Madness bracket. With the Finals set, who will win?? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We go back to 2009 for the CH x Halo project. How does CH handle rapping on the production. Later, we reveal who made the Final Four in the MarCH Madness tournament Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We review The UP, instantly recognizing a bunch of songs. But is the tape good? We answer that and then reveal the winners of the first round of MarCH Madness before going through the Elite 8 matchups Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We review 2017's Cleveland Sushi for the first part of the episode. We then discuss this year's MarCH Madness tournament for CH's beat. *Reminder: we aren't definitively saying these are his best beats, just the best of what the fans voted in. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Arguments with Briana led to this tape! Rapping over 9th Wonder production again, how does Charles do this go around? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Coming off of Valentine's Day isn't always roses. Maybe you've been dumped on maybe you had to let someone go yourself. We got a playlist to help you through whatever stage you're at. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sonic the Hamilton returns, this time in HD and a confusing tracklist! We discuss this sequel with our very first guest, Lesly Julien. We unpack our favorite tracks and ones that missed the mark. We also try to make sense of track names and wonder if this tape provides a narrative.You can follow Les here:IG: Les_writeTwitter (we don't call it X): @leswrite Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

All truths are revealed as we check out The Truth is Pink. 2 years after his debut, how did Charles' skills improve? We also answer the question if Charles thrives at traditional mixtapes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pink goes to black as we discuss The Black Lavalamp. A tape that some consider to be better than its counterpart, we discuss our favorites and those that missed the mark for us. Is this tape a shadow version of its masterpiece cousin? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We take a bite (ha) out of The Byte. Charles brings good messages, an ahead of its time sample and the greatest drinking song ever? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Charles Hamilton's last mixtape? It wasn't so but we revisit the 2010 project. How does Charles do compared to the previous entries? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Get your skates on as we "travel" back to the 80s with this one. Mike gives us class on skate culture as we roll around to this 9 song project. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A holiday tape or just holiday named? We review 2023's Electronic Christmas. When was this tape originally supposed to be out, an exploration of our thoughts on Ch style in this era and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lauded as one of the best overall projects from Charles, we review My Brain is Alive. We go song by song of this amazing project. And along the way, get a little help from our first guest. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sometimes to appreciate how far you've come, you gotta go back to the beginning. We listened to CH's first album. We look at the first attempt from the Talented, picking out elements that we still see today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Our second trip into the Reaper series, we discuss what or exactly is the reaper. We discuss if this series would have served as a better rollout during the Turn First days and if there is something missing from this tape. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We visit a tape celebrating it's 10th year anniversary. We visit old style mixtapes, revisit the concept of focused freestyling and ask what's the perfect album length. Who is Al Simmons? Not sure but more importantly, how good is this tape? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The fans have spoken again and brought us the iconic tape, It's Charles Hamilton. Mike brings us some info personally from Charles as we discuss surprise picks, choosing 3 beats from the tape we'd rap on and wonder if this tape has the greatest 3-song run for a CH project ever. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We discuss Chinese Laundry and immediately ask why was it named this. We discuss the time period in which fans were vetting projects before listening and wonder if that was right move. Does this project come out fresh and clean or does the sound quality hold this project back or is it something else? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The album marred and drenched in controversy, This Perfect Life was set to be the world's true introduction to Charles Hamilton. We discuss what happened, why this album may sound better today than when we first heard it and reveal the meaning behind the cover. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's the sequel to the winner of our MarCH Madness tournament as things somehow become more awkward. Does the sequel live up to the lofty expectations from the first? We discuss our thoughts on the narrative and decide what the actual ending of the "movie" is and should be. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A tape that appeared out of thin air, we discuss the second entry in the Binge series. With a secondary title like "Gathering Dust" we ask why, discuss if some of the songs feel incomplete and reveal our own media that we hope continues to gather dust.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nearly one year ago, we started this podcast journey and today we celebrate by answering questions from the community, each other and Charles even provides some answers as well! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What's love got to do with it, literally? We discuss Mastery, a tape that strongly gathers inspiration from MF Doom. What is it that Charles is mastering and is this a tape about love at all? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When the man himself asks for a review, you take him up on the offer! This tape is the newest we've reviewed and we talk rapping styles, what helps us connect to songs, why this tape reminds us of Blockbuster and weird food secrets from the hosts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.