EC is joined by L.A. artist, HoodTrophy Bino to talk Hip Hop Producers! Listen in on the conversation and get to know Bino's story as he takes us through his upbringing and his approach to the music industry.About HoodTrophy BinoHoodTrophy Bino has received high acclaim from Allhiphop, Earmilk, The Source and more. He is signed to Soulja Boy's Stacks On Deck Money Gang (S.O.D.M.G.) label and gives back to inner city schools in his free time.Follow HoodTrophy BinoIG: @hoodtrophybinoTwitter: @binngobinoYouTube: @hoodtrophybino7500SoundCloud: hoodtrophy binoGet Andy's book: 90daysinthe90s.comHip Hop Leaf: MCLike the pod? Subscribe and follow:Instagram: @hhcloverleafFacebook: @hhcloverleafYouTube: Hip Hop Cloverleaf PodcastSoundcloud: Hip Hop Cloverleaf PodcastWebsite: hiphopcloverleaf.comEmail: hiphopcloverleafpodcast@gmail.comProduction:ECMahfuzZahidEdgar P.Jay 717Adrian Stubb

On this episode: EC has a conversation with journalist, and music/pop culture fanatic, Andy Frye. The guys talk hip hop in the 90s! Check out Andy's book Ninety Days in the 90s.About Andy FryeAndy Frye has written for Rolling Stone, ESPN, and Forbes, and has interviewed scores of rock stars and athletes from Smashing Pumpkins to Shaquille O'Neal.  In June 2022, Andy published NINETY DAYS IN THE 90s:a Rock N Roll Time Travel Story—a novel about the 1990s music scene and 90s pop culture.Follow AndyWebsite: AndyFrye.comIG: @sportyfryeTwitter: @SportyFryeGet Andy's book: 90daysinthe90s.comHip Hop Leaf: MCLike the pod? Subscribe and follow:Instagram: @hhcloverleafTwitter: @hhcloverleafFacebook: @hhcloverleafYouTube: Hip Hop Cloverleaf PodcastSoundcloud: Hip Hop Cloverleaf PodcastWebsite: hiphopcloverleaf.comEmail: hiphopcloverleafpodcast@gmail.comProduction:ECMahfuzZahidEdgar P.Jay 717Adrian Stubb

EC is joined by Ei8ht, an Ex radio host, now a Commercial Lender with deep roots in the hip hop culture. The guys go into a conversation about the importance of owning real estate and what it takes to have a progressive mindset in life. In addition Ei8ht shares some of his own experience in the music industry. Tap in!About Ei8htOnce known for being featured on major media outlets such as; Forbes, USA Today, TMZ, MediaTakeOut, BET, and MTV for his work as the lead host on the highly publicized radio show Street Disciplez Radio, author and entrepreneur Tarik "Ei8ht" Turner partnered up with a few private investors and launched his own real estate investment lending firm Ei8ht Street Funding. After a not so smooth transition into real estate, and fears of losing it all, Ei8ht Street Funding was recently named one of the top 101 Real Estate Companies in New Jersey by Estate Innovations, and one of the 13 Best Commercial Lending Startup Companies by Beststartups.usFollow Ei8htBiz Site: Ei8ht Street FundingEi8ht Site: Ei8ht.orgIG: @ei8htstreetfundingFB: Ei8ht Street FundingEmail Lorita@ei8htstreetfunding.comLike the pod? Subscribe and follow:IG: @hhcloverleafSite: hiphopcloverleaf.com

RIP Coolio! On this episode EC speaks on 50 Cent's newest show, Hip Hop Homicides. In addition, YG drops newest controversial song, "How To Rob a Rapper" off his newest album, I Got Issues. Is it too soon to drop such record?Hip Hop Leaf: MCLike the pod? Subscribe and follow:Instagram: @hhcloverleafTwitter: @hhcloverleafFacebook: @hhcloverleafYouTube: Hip Hop Cloverleaf PodcastSoundcloud: Hip Hop Cloverleaf PodcastWebsite: hiphopcloverleaf.comEmail: hiphopcloverleafpodcast@gmail.comCreditsEpisode Artwork: The Come Up Show, CC BY 2.0 , via Wikimedia CommonsPhoto was modified.Production:ECMahfuzZahidEdgar P.Jay 717Adrian Stubb

A recent story about a virtual rapper named FN Meka that has signed a record deal has the hip hop world reacting in many ways. Is hip hop in trouble? Is AI the future of hip hop? Do up-and-coming artists have a new virtual threat? How far will this go?Hip Hop Leaf: MCLike the pod? Subscribe and follow:Instagram: @hhcloverleafTwitter: @hhcloverleafFacebook: @hhcloverleafYouTube: Hip Hop Cloverleaf PodcastSoundcloud: Hip Hop Cloverleaf PodcastWebsite: hiphopcloverleaf.comEmail: hiphopcloverleafpodcast@gmail.comCreditsEpisode Artwork: "Artificial Intelligence & AI & Machine Learning" by mikemacmarketing is licensed under CC BY 2.0. To view a copy of this license, visit https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0/?ref=openverse.Photo was modified.Article:https://www.xxlmag.com/fn-meka-virtual-rapper-signs-major-label/Production:ECMahfuzZahidEdgar P.Jay 717Adrian Stubb

On this episode: EC is joined by Philly native, DayOneNotDayTwo, a hip hop artist full of inspiration, determination, and focused on transforming his community.  The guys talk about his latest project, My Father's Chains, along with some origin stories of coming up in Philly and being involved in the big city's rich hip hop culture. About DayOneNotDayTwoAn artist, activist, and entrepreneur that is DayOneNotDayTwo, he is also an organizer based out of Philly who uses his music and platform to inspire, empower, and transform the community. DayOneNotDayTwo served 8 years in prison at the age of 17. Since his release about a  year ago, he’s been working with the Youth Art & Self Empowerment Project and the statewide Care Not Control Coalition to end youth incarceration in Pennsylvania.His debut album dropped 2/2/22 and is titled My Father’s Chains. The project consist of 11 songs that illustrate the sociological impacts of the criminal legal system from a perspective of ancestral trauma and healing. My Father’s Chain’s has been integral in initiating conversations about crime, class, and the carceral system, helping to bridge gaps between generations and cultures alike.Follow DayOneNotDayTwoWebsite: DayOneNotDayTwo.comIG: @dayonenotdaytwoYouTube: DayOneNotDayTwoApple: DayOneNotDayTwoSpotify: DayOneNotDayTwoSoundcloud: dayonenotdaytwo⬇️Donate To The Art Of Healinggofund.me/6b276caeHip Hop Leaf: MCLike the pod? Subscribe and follow:Instagram: @hhcloverleafTwitter: @hhcloverleafFacebook: @hhcloverleafYouTube: Hip Hop Cloverleaf PodcastSoundcloud: Hip Hop Cloverleaf PodcastWebsite: hiphopcloverleaf.comEmail: hiphopcloverleafpodcast@gmail.comProduction:ECMahfuzZahidEdgar P.Jay 717Adrian Stubb

Tha Carter III is regarded by many as Lil Wayne's best project. But is it a hip hop classic? Does it hold the test of time? Is it even Weezy's best project? Hip Hop Leaf: MCLike the pod? Subscribe and follow:Instagram: @hhcloverleafTwitter: @hhcloverleafFacebook: @hhcloverleafYouTube: Hip Hop Cloverleaf PodcastSoundcloud: Hip Hop Cloverleaf PodcastWebsite: hiphopcloverleaf.comEmail: hiphopcloverleafpodcast@gmail.comCreditsEpisode Artwork: "lil-wayne-carter-3-cover_real" by believekevin is licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0. To view a copy of this license, visit https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0/?ref=openverse.Photo was modified.Production:ECMahfuzZahidEdgar P.Jay 717Adrian Stubb

A PSA by your host, EC. There will be no episode this week, we apologize for the inconvenience. This week, check out an old episode you have not caught up on yet. The Hip Hop Cloverleaf Podcast will return next week with the regular scheduled programming. Thank you for your support and understanding.  Like the pod? Subscribe and follow:Instagram: @hhcloverleafTwitter: @hhcloverleafFacebook: @hhcloverleafYouTube: Hip Hop Cloverleaf PodcastSoundcloud: Hip Hop Cloverleaf PodcastWebsite: hiphopcloverleaf.comEmail: hiphopcloverleafpodcast@gmail.com

50 Cent recently stated he could easily make a record in today's hip hop era. Is it easier today to make a hit record? Similar cadences and flows are found in many of today's top hits, but does that make it easier? Tap into the conversation!Hip Hop Leaf: MCLike the pod? Subscribe and follow:Instagram: @hhcloverleafTwitter: @hhcloverleafFacebook: @hhcloverleafYouTube: Hip Hop Cloverleaf PodcastSoundcloud: Hip Hop Cloverleaf PodcastWebsite: hiphopcloverleaf.comEmail: hiphopcloverleafpodcast@gmail.comCreditsEpisode Artwork: "File:50 Cent AKA Curtis Jackson (cropped).jpg" by Laurahartley is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. To view a copy of this license, visit https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/?ref=openverse.Photo was modified.Production:ECMahfuzZahidEdgar P.Jay 717Adrian Stubb

Queens rapper, Consequence, recently was on Drink Champs and brought up the topic of songwriting. There is an art to writing records, but does collabing with other writers discredit an MC? Many of today's top hits credit a long list of writers. In the early hip hop days, the ability to write your own songs was not only key to becoming a successful artist, but it was also like an unwritten rule. But should that be the case today? Hip Hop Leaf: MCLike the pod? Subscribe and follow:Instagram: @hhcloverleafTwitter: @hhcloverleafFacebook: @hhcloverleafYouTube: Hip Hop Cloverleaf PodcastSoundcloud: Hip Hop Cloverleaf PodcastWebsite: hiphopcloverleaf.comEmail: hiphopcloverleafpodcast@gmail.comProduction:ECMahfuzZahidEdgar P.Jay 717Adrian Stubb

On this episode: T-Pain says 2Pac would have been 'ate the fuck up lyrically' had he survived the 1996 shooting. Is he right? Would Pac have survived this new era of hip hop? What would his career look like in the social media era? Tune into this hot take. Hip Hop Leaf: MCLike the pod? Subscribe and follow:Instagram: @hhcloverleafTwitter: @hhcloverleafFacebook: @hhcloverleafYouTube: Hip Hop Cloverleaf PodcastSoundcloud: Hip Hop Cloverleaf PodcastWebsite: hiphopcloverleaf.comEmail: hiphopcloverleafpodcast@gmail.comCreditsEpisode Artwork: "2 PAC" by fred-cvc is licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0. To view a copy of this license, visit https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0/?ref=openverse.Photo was modified.Article:https://hiphopdx.com/news/id.71642/title.t-pain-says-2pac-wouldve-been-ate-the-fuck-up-lyrically-had-he-survived-1996-shooting#signupProduction:ECMahfuzZahidEdgar P.Jay 717Adrian Stubb

Multi-platinum record producer, Scott Storch, is one of the most under appreciated record producers in hip hop. Despite having hits like 50 Cent's Candy Shop, and Fat Joe's Lean Back under his belt, Storch seemed to have disappeared from the hip hop industry for while, but why? Although she dark times took over, the New York-born, Philly and South Florida-raised producer has one of the most inspiring come-back stories in hip hop, rising back to the top of the charts. Hip Hop Leaf: MCLike the pod? Subscribe and follow:Instagram: @hhcloverleafTwitter: @hhcloverleafFacebook: @hhcloverleafYouTube: Hip Hop Cloverleaf PodcastSoundcloud: Hip Hop Cloverleaf PodcastWebsite: hiphopcloverleaf.comEmail: hiphopcloverleafpodcast@gmail.comCreditsEpisode Artwork: Luke Skytalker, CC BY-SA 4.0 , via Wikimedia CommonsPhoto was modified.Production:ECMahfuzZahidEdgar P.Jay 717Adrian Stubb

On this episode EC uses the recent drama between Hurricane Chris and a Jersey artist involving Chris' hit song, A Bay Bay, to discuss the topic of giving credit for sampling. Do artists have an obligation to give credit and get samples cleared for their own records? Hip Hop Leaf: MCLike the pod? Subscribe and follow:Instagram: @hhcloverleafTwitter: @hhcloverleafFacebook: @hhcloverleafYouTube: Hip Hop Cloverleaf PodcastSoundcloud: Hip Hop Cloverleaf PodcastWebsite: hiphopcloverleaf.comEmail: hiphopcloverleafpodcast@gmail.comCreditsEpisode Artwork: By Lerikal at the English Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=5575222Article:https://www.yahoo.com/video/hurricane-chris-responds-artist-sampled-193753433.htmlProduction:ECMahfuzZahidEdgar P.Jay 717Adrian Stubb

This episode is all about art.  EC is joined by  hip hop connoisseur, podcaster and artist, Michaell Magrutsche. The guys go into a deep talk about hip hop's early beginnings and the art-form of hip hop's precious elements. As a seasoned Disk Jockey himself, Michaell shares what it was like to be present during the birth of hip hop and it's early adaptions. Wisdom is in abundance on this episode, tune in!Follow Michaell Website: https://michaellm.comPodcast: The Smart of Art - The Power of Art and CreativityIG: @michaellartTwitter: @michaellartFacebook: @michaellstateofartYouTube: The Smart of ArtHip Hop Leaf: MCLike the pod? Subscribe and follow:Instagram: @hhcloverleafTwitter: @hhcloverleafFacebook: @hhcloverleafYouTube: Hip Hop Cloverleaf PodcastSoundcloud: Hip Hop Cloverleaf PodcastWebsite: hiphopcloverleaf.comEmail: hiphopcloverleafpodcast@gmail.comCreditsArtwork:"The-Art-of-Hip-Hop" by Wendelin Jacober is marked with CC0 1.0. To view the terms, visit https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/?ref=openverse.Photo was modified.Production:ECMahfuzZahidEdgar P.Jay 717Adrian Stubb

Recently Eminem has been inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of fame, joining the likes of other hip hop legends including Biggie Smalls, Run DMC, LL Cool J, 2Pac and more. Do Hip Hop artists belong on the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame? Does Hip Hop need it's own hall of fame? What is the process of being nominated? On this episode EC is joined by Baltimore hip hop artist, Jay Konsciouz, and cover it all. The guys also dive into Jay's music and latest project, Alter Ego, Pt. II.About Jay KonsciouzGod-fearing, inspirational, creative, entrepreneurial. These few, powerful words describe talented hip hop artist Jay Konsciouz who was born and raised in the city of Baltimore.Jay learned to love music not just by listening to artists such as Meek Mill, DMX, Boys II Men, The Weeknd, Eminem, Lil Wayne, J. Cole, and Wale, but by composing every line of his 23 songs, including those with various featured artists. Each song gives its own flavors.Jay Konsciouz’s upcoming album “KZ” will be the defining point of his musical career to date. While influenced by other musicians, Jay brings his own unique style to the hip hop genre, providing a rollercoaster of emotions, offering 12 tracks full of moods. The “KZ” album includes energized, danceable, and inspirationally embracing sounds, with “in-your-face” lyricism and flair.Jay is also an enterprising entrepreneur who hosted his first Hip-Hop/RnB concert on September 25, 2021, in downtown Baltimore. On Memorial Day in Spring 2022, he follows up with his second event — a music video/album cover release party. This anticipated event will highlight his single “Been Did It,” which also incorporates Jay’s branded apparel t-shirt line.The album’s release of “KZ” (due out Friday, September 30, 2022) will be followed by Jay’s “KZ Experience Concert” on Saturday, October 1, 2022, in Baltimore.Follow Jay KonsciouzWebsite: alldoublee.comIG: @jaykonsciouzFacebook: @AllEyesEverythingYouTube: Jay KonsciouzLatest Video: Our Love is Too LoudHip Hop Leaf: MCLike the pod? Subscribe and follow:Instagram: @hhcloverleafTwitter: @hhcloverleafFacebook: @hhcloverleafYouTube: Hip Hop Cloverleaf PodcastSoundcloud: Hip Hop Cloverleaf PodcastWebsite: hiphopcloverleaf.comEmail: hiphopcloverleafpodcast@gmail.comCreditsArtwork:"2012 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony" by thezenderagenda.com is licensed under CC BY 2.0. To view a copy of this license, visit https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0/?ref=openverse.Photo was modified.Production:ECMahfuzZahidEdgar P.Jay 717Adrian Stubb

On this episode: EC reflects on Yeezy's discography, ranking his favorite albums in order and recounting some of his favorite Kanye moments. On This Day in Hip Hop, Kanye Omari West was born. Hip Hop Leaf: MCLike the pod? Subscribe and follow:Instagram: @hhcloverleafTwitter: @hhcloverleafFacebook: @hhcloverleafYouTube: Hip Hop Cloverleaf PodcastSoundcloud: Hip Hop Cloverleaf PodcastWebsite: hiphopcloverleaf.comEmail: hiphopcloverleafpodcast@gmail.comCreditsEpisode Artwork: "Kanye West by David Shankbone" by david_shankbone is marked with Public Domain Mark 1.0. To view the terms, visit https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/?ref=openverse.Photo was modified.Production:ECMahfuzZahidEdgar P.Jay 717Adrian Stubb

On this episode: EC is joined by classic Hip-Hop recording artist & published author of Superhero fiction, Henry "Young" Shel. The guys talk superheroes, 90's hip hop, Toronto culture and more. Shel is also host of podcast, Capes & Mics! Checkout Young Shel's latest project, That 9Oh's Vibe!  About Young ShelHYS THE WRITER...From his hometown of Mississauga Ontario (a suburb of Toronto) Henry Young Shel has developed a passion for Superheroes, Modern Fantasy and Romantic fiction.  In 2013 he released 2 romance infused novels titled  "Space, Love, Superheroes" & Operation Dreamgirl".  He spent the next few  years promoting both books at various major live events & venues including, FanExpo, Chapters Bookstores, and Hamilton ComicCon. Previously in 2008, his 1st officially published writing was a children's superhero series called "The Power Blast Kids!"  Currently he is putting the finishing touches on his newest passion project...a romantic  superhero book titled "Heromantics (Modern Tales Of Heroes Hearts & Powers!)", which is due to be released late  summer 2022.HYS THE RAPPER...Musically Shel is a 90's Hip-Hop veteran, who had his first solo, commercial radio release in 2002 as part of the group House Of David.  His Gospel Rap-Rock song "Hey" from their debut album (Street Levels Vol.1) received significant radio play on the major FM Christian Radio station Joy 1250.  Prior to this, in 1996 HYS also had minor commercial success as a feature rapper on the Juno Nominated R&B single "Give It To You" (by Carlos Morgan).  Most recently, his debut solo E.P. "That 9-Oh's Vibe" was released in January 2022, and features a nostalgic mix of 90's flavoured hip-hop including romantic r&B infused ballads, head bopping freestyle posse cuts and even an uptempo sexy club jam with a dancehall reggae vibe!  The entire project as well as the 1st single "Just Rap" are available now on Spotify, and most other streaming platforms.Follow Young ShelPodcast (Spotify): Capes & Mics!Podcast (Apple): CAPES & MICS! (HipHop & Superhero Talk, With A Motivational Twist!) on Apple PodcastsIG: @capesandmicsYouTube: Capes & Mics EntertainmentLatest EP "That 9Oh's Vibe": That 9Oh's Vibe! (side "A") | Young Shel (bandcamp.com)Hip Hop Leaf: MCLike the pod? Subscribe and follow:Instagram: @hhcloverleafTwitter: @hhcloverleafFacebook: @hhcloverleafYouTube: Hip Hop Cloverleaf PodcastSoundcloud: Hip Hop Cloverleaf PodcastWebsite: hiphopcloverleaf.comEmail: hiphopcloverleafpodcast@gmail.comCreditsArtwork:Production:ECMahfuzZahidEdgar P.Jay 717Adrian Stubb

Hip Hop culture meets Anime culture! Anime has become a big influence in hip hop music these days. On this episode, EC chops it up with guest, Maison Collawn; host and creator of the podcast MC Anime. Tune in to hear his insights on the anime culture, Japanese aesthetics, 90's hip hop and more.Hip Hop Leaf: MCLike the pod? Subscribe and follow:Instagram: @hhcloverleafTwitter: @hhcloverleafFacebook: @hhcloverleafYouTube: Hip Hop Cloverleaf PodcastSoundcloud: Hip Hop Cloverleaf PodcastWebsite: hiphopcloverleaf.comEmail: hiphopcloverleafpodcast@gmail.comTune into the MC Anime Podcast!Podcast: https://mcanimepodcast.comIG: @mcanimepodcastPintrest: https://www.pinterest.com/mcollawn/FB: https://www.facebook.com/BlogMCAnime/Twitter: https://twitter.com/MaisonCollawnProduction:ECMahfuzZahidEdgar P.Jay 717Adrian Stubb

On this episode: EC takes a hip hop quiz. Test your own hip hop knowledge on this week's episode. Can you do better? Hip Hop Leaf: MCLike the pod? Subscribe and follow:Instagram: @hhcloverleafTwitter: @hhcloverleafFacebook: @hhcloverleafYouTube: Hip Hop Cloverleaf PodcastSoundcloud: Hip Hop Cloverleaf PodcastWebsite: hiphopcloverleaf.comEmail: hiphopcloverleafpodcast@gmail.comCreditsArtwork:"Boombox carried by Radio Raheem in the film Do the Right Thing" by Tecsonic, South Korean is marked with CC0 1.0. To view the terms, visit https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/?ref=openverse.Image was modified.Hip Hop Quizhttps://www.welovequizzes.com/hip-hop-quiz-questions-and-answers/Production:ECMahfuzZahidEdgar P.Jay 717Adrian Stubb

Kendrick Lamar season is here! What do you expect for his new project, Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers ? Hip Hop Leaf: MCLike the pod? Subscribe and follow:Instagram: @hhcloverleafTwitter: @hhcloverleafFacebook: @hhcloverleafYouTube: Hip Hop Cloverleaf PodcastSoundcloud: Hip Hop Cloverleaf PodcastWebsite: hiphopcloverleaf.comEmail: hiphopcloverleafpodcast@gmail.comCreditsArtwork:"Kendrick Lamar: The DAMN. Tour @ TD Garden (Boston, MA)" by kennyysun is marked with CC BY 2.0. To view the terms, visit https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0/?ref=openverseProduction:ECMahfuzZahidEdgar P.Jay 717Adrian Stubb