The Rise & Grind Podcast
Hip-Hop talk extraordinaire’s Roderick Taylor & Cari Gentry keep you glued to your earbuds with the latest in Rap Music, & all things surrounding the Hip Hop Culture.
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About The Podcast
Twice a week, Roderick Taylor & Cari Gentry assemble to discuss the current state of Rap music, the latest releases, & all news Hip-Hop. Tune in Monday's & Thursday's at 6am for the newest episode from the guys.
Episodes
Monday Dec 18, 2023
Monday Dec 18, 2023
Welcome to Episode 282 of The Rise & Grind Podcast! This pod, we delved into tracks like Lil Baby's ‘Crazy’ and ‘350’ Rich Forever’s return with ‘Big Dawg’, and a track from Juice WRLD, Eminem & Benny Blanco. In album highlights, Roderick & Cari talk Nicki Minaj's "Pink Friday 2 (Gag City Deluxe)" and Bas' "We Only Talk About Real Shit When We're Fucked Up."
In the news segment, we covered Kanye & Ty Dolla $ign's listening party, Kodak Black in federal prison, the realness of Offset & Cardi's breakup, Megan Thee Stallion signing with Warner Bros distribution, the upcoming business venture "CosMc's" by McDonald's, and New York City's ambitious U-shaped skyscraper project designed for planes to fly through. Tap in!
Intro: Jermaine Dupri- Welcome To Atlanta (feat. Ludacris)
Roderick | Offset- DON’T YOU LIE
Cari | Trippie Redd- Moncler Coat
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Monday Dec 11, 2023
Monday Dec 11, 2023
On this episode: Welcome to Episode 281 of The Rise & Grind Podcast! This week, we dive into the latest music releases, including tracks like "Gimme Da Lite" by Southside & Lil Yachty and "Airplane Ticket" by Pharrell Williams, Swae Lee, and Rauw Alejandro. The guys also talk new projects such as Kalan.frfr's "Not Hard 2 Understand" EP and James Fauntleroy's "The Warmest Winter Ever."
In the album scene, Nicki Minaj returns with "Pink Friday 2." We also cover the latest headlines in the music world, from Kodak Black's recent arrest on cocaine charges to NBA YoungBoy & Durk's potential reunion. NLE Choppa's legal journey, Sauce Walka's high-speed chase, and the social media drama between Cardi B & Offset are also on the radar. Tune in for all the latest updates!
Intro: Nicki Minaj- Needle (feat. Drake)
Roderick | Trevor Spitta- My Own World
Cari | Seddy Hendrinx- Still Lowkey
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Monday Dec 04, 2023
Monday Dec 04, 2023
Welcome to another episode of The Rise & Grind podcast! . This week, we explore Apple Music Replay, talk Trippie Redd's "Saint Michael V2" and Conway the Machine's collaboration with Conductor Williams, "Conductor Machine."
In songs, Beyoncé's "My House" takes center stage. Now, let's jump into the headlines:
📰 YSL trial kicks off with Truly Humbled Under God, French Montana's "Coke Boys," and Fat Joe's revelation about the truth in his rhymes. A$AP Rocky faces a trial for shooting at A$AP Relli, more allegations surface in the Diddy/Bad Boy camp, Jamie Foxx and the ongoing conversation about sexual assault accusations, TI's heated confrontation with club promoters sparks discussions on misleading flyers, & Lauryn Hill disrupts plans as she cancels/reschedules The Fugees tour.
Intro: Young Money- Every Girl
Roderick | Tee Grizzley- IDGAF (feat. Chris Brown & Mariah The Scientist)
Cari | Bas & AJ Tracey- 179 Deli
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Monday Nov 20, 2023
Monday Nov 20, 2023
On this episode: Welcome back to The Rise & Grind Podcast! It’s Epsisode 279! This monday, Roderick & Cari have so much music & need to talk. In music, Lil Wayne & 2 Chainz release their collab project, Lil Durk’s OTF project, a new Andre 3000 album, Drake’s ‘Scary Hours 3’ & more. In news, Will Smith rumors circulate, Diddy accused of sexual assault, Snoop Dogg quits smoking weed, & Draymond Green’s suspension.
Intro: Nas- Earvin Magic Johnson
Roderick | Trippie Redd- 7AM in Ohio
Cari | Puma Blue- Super Soft
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Monday Nov 13, 2023
Monday Nov 13, 2023
On this episode: Welcome back to The Rise & Grind Podcast! It’s Epsisode 278! It’s been a long weekend! This week is loaded with music, with album releases from Rick Ross & Meek Mill, Larry June & Cardo, NBA Youngboy, Kodak Black, Trippie Redd, & more. The guys also check in no on single releases from Lil Durk, & Jack Harlow. In news, the 2024 GRAMMY nominees are released, Ralo is released from prison after almost 6 years, Lil Kim has a new book on the way, & Rockstar prepares for GTA VI.
Intro: Snoop Dogg- Signs (feat. Charlie Wilson & Justin Timberlake)
Roderick | Victor Thompson, Gunna & Ehis ‘D’ Greatest- THIS YEAR (Blessings) [Remix]
Cari | Rapsody & Hit-Boy- Asteroids
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Monday Nov 06, 2023
Monday Nov 06, 2023
On this episode: Welcome back to The Rise & Grind Podcast! It’s Epsisode 277! This week in music, Roderick & Cari are all music, discussing album releases from Tee Grizzley, Young Jeezy, & The Alchemist, as well as single drops from Gunna, Benny The Butcher, Megan Thee Stallion + others. In news, Drake & Kendrick Lamar continue to break records, YSL’s RICO trial about to start, & Bob Knight passes.
Intro: Mariah Carey- Calling For You (feat. 21 Savage)
Roderick | Westside Gunn & Ty Dolla $ign- Chloe
Cari | Offset- HOP OUT THE VAN
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Monday Oct 30, 2023
Monday Oct 30, 2023
On this episode: Welcome back to The Rise & Grind Podcast! It’s Epsisode 276! This week in music, Roderick & Cari start off with new albums, talking releases from Brent Faiyaz & Mariah The Scientist, before talking new track releases from Larry June, Wale & more. In news, 42 Dugg is released from prison, DJ Envy cooperates with authorities about alleged Real Estate Ponzi scheme involvement, Jay Z’s interview with Gayle King, Rihanna’s comeback explained, Dwight Howard, & so much more!
Intro: Drake- Calling For You (feat. 21 Savage)
Roderick | Offset- DISSOLVE
Cari | Rexx Life Raj- Dandelion Root
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Monday Oct 23, 2023
Monday Oct 23, 2023
On this episode: Welcome to episode 275! After a long week +, The Rise & Grind Boys are back at it. With so much music to talk, Roderick & Cari go right at it, talking new releases from Kid Cudi, Key Glock, Dababy, Yoing Thug, Larry June, Offset, Ken Carson, Westside Gunn & more. In news, Megan Thee Stallion says she’ll fund her upcoming album 100% independently, a discussion on Jada Pinkett-Smith’s wild week, Sexyy Red announces she’s pregnant, & G Herbo & Southside visit Funny Marco’s new show.
Intro: Offset- SAY MY GRACE (feat. Travis Scott)
Roderick | Westside Gunn & Stove God Cooks- KITCHEN LIGHTS
Cari | Diddy- Reachin’ (feat. Ty Dolla $ign & Coco Jones)
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Thursday Oct 12, 2023
Thursday Oct 12, 2023
On this episode: Welcome to episode 274! This Thursday, the guys open by continuing their Drake 'For All The Dogs' convo, before talking expectations from Offset's new album dropping Friday, along with Westside Gunn & Bad Bunny. In news, Kanye West's album rollout begins, the 2023 BET Hip-Hop Awards recap, Jada Pinkett-Smith & Will Smith split, Florida widens their death penalty margins, California bans skittles, Carlee Russell facing a year in jail, & much more.
Intro: Rod Wave- Turks & Caicos (feat. 21 Savage)
Roderick | Drake- Bahamas Promises
Cari | Sampha- Without
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Monday Oct 09, 2023
Monday Oct 09, 2023
On this episode: Welcome to episode 273! This Monday, the guys start out talking new music by Wiz Khalifa, CMG, Kid Cudi, & of course, Drake's 'For All The Dogs'. In news, 21 Savage gets permanent US citizenship, The Weeknd boosts Colombia's economy, Sexyy Red's sex tape leaks, Kanye West's leaked documentary, YNW Melly hit with new charges, & Foolio shot.
Intro: Drake- Tuscan Leather
Roderick | Drake- BBL Love (Interlude)
Cari | Khalan.FrFr- Never Lose You
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