RedCircle VERIFY_TOKEN_d795fc38-e892-4616-92c1-1bfa12888e43 -- Rendered At Thu, 28 May 2026 07:43:00 +0000 Speakerboxx Studios https://redcircle.com/shows/speakerboxx-studios en Speakerboxx Studios Speakerboxx Studios Four guys sharing their taste in music, stories about life, and of course, occasional arguments. d795fc38-e892-4616-92c1-1bfa12888e43 episodic no Speakerboxx Studios speakerboxxstu@gmail.com https://feeds.redcircle.com/d795fc38-e892-4616-92c1-1bfa12888e43 yes full How to Build an Artist Legacy in the Clout Era (ft. Prolific) How to Build an Artist Legacy in the Clout Era (ft. Prolific) 3 2 Speakerboxx Studios In this episode of Speakerbox Studios, we’re joined by local legend and rising artist Prolific to unpack one of the most important questions in modern music: What separates flash-in-the-pan artists from long-term icons? From Tyler, The Creator to MF DOOM, The Weeknd, and Travis Scott, we dissect what makes a music career sustainable—rollouts, characters, content strategy, performance balance, and brand identity.

We also debate:

  • The value (and danger) of going viral
  • Whether one-hit wonders should hang it up or double down
  • The role of mystique and surprise features in today’s music economy
  • Why strong visuals and storytelling still matter
  • What you’d do if Usher handed your girl a cherry onstage.
]]> <p>In this episode of <em>Speakerbox Studios</em>, we’re joined by local legend and rising artist <strong>Prolific</strong> to unpack one of the most important questions in modern music: <strong>What separates flash-in-the-pan artists from long-term icons?</strong> From <em>Tyler, The Creator</em> to <em>MF DOOM</em>, <em>The Weeknd</em>, and <em>Travis Scott</em>, we dissect what makes a music career sustainable—<strong>rollouts, characters, content strategy, performance balance, and brand identity.</strong></p><p>We also debate:</p><ul><li>The value (and danger) of going viral</li><li>Whether one-hit wonders should hang it up or double down</li><li>The role of mystique and surprise features in today’s music economy</li><li>Why strong visuals and storytelling still matter</li><li>W<em>hat you’d do if Usher handed your girl a cherry onstage.</em></li></ul> 64e19eea-a865-44db-a544-4ce7013d833d https://beacons.ai/speakerboxx Tue, 10 Jun 2025 15:44:58 +0000 5034 yes full Rap on Trial: Rico Cases, Kendrick’s 1M Sales & Underground vs. Mainstream | Speakerboxx Studios Rap on Trial: Rico Cases, Kendrick’s 1M Sales & Underground vs. Mainstream | Speakerboxx Studios 2 2 Speakerboxx Studios <p>&quot;Rap is on trial. From A$AP Rocky’s verdict to Kendrick Lamar making history as the first rapper to sell 1M units this year, we’re diving into hip-hop’s most explosive debates:</p><p><br></p><p>Rico cases in rap (Lil Durk, Kay Flock, Yella Bezzy) – Is the culture perpetuating harm?</p><p><br></p><p>Underground vs. Mainstream: When does a rapper “sell out”? (Feat. Vince Staples, Denzel Curry + more)</p><p><br></p><p>Posthumous albums: Is Nipsey Hussle’s new project ethical?</p><p><br></p><p>20-Minute Deathbed Collab Challenge – Who would WE pick? (Kendrick? Tyler? SZA? Alchemist?)</p> "Rap is on trial. From A$AP Rocky’s verdict to Kendrick Lamar making history as the first rapper to sell 1M units this year, we’re diving into hip-hop’s most explosive debates:


Rico cases in rap (Lil Durk, Kay Flock, Yella Bezzy) – Is the culture perpetuating harm?


Underground vs. Mainstream: When does a rapper “sell out”? (Feat. Vince Staples, Denzel Curry + more)


Posthumous albums: Is Nipsey Hussle’s new project ethical?


20-Minute Deathbed Collab Challenge – Who would WE pick? (Kendrick? Tyler? SZA? Alchemist?)

]]> <p>&#34;Rap is on trial. From A$AP Rocky’s verdict to Kendrick Lamar making history as the first rapper to sell 1M units this year, we’re diving into hip-hop’s most explosive debates:</p><p><br></p><p>Rico cases in rap (Lil Durk, Kay Flock, Yella Bezzy) – Is the culture perpetuating harm?</p><p><br></p><p>Underground vs. Mainstream: When does a rapper “sell out”? (Feat. Vince Staples, Denzel Curry + more)</p><p><br></p><p>Posthumous albums: Is Nipsey Hussle’s new project ethical?</p><p><br></p><p>20-Minute Deathbed Collab Challenge – Who would WE pick? (Kendrick? Tyler? SZA? Alchemist?)</p> 4d4dc031-77ac-4161-9f55-7b6d4f005962 https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/speakerboxx-studios/episodes/Rap-on-Trial-Rico-Cases--Kendricks-1M-Sales--Underground-vs--Mainstream--Speakerboxx-Studios-e31plu4 Mon, 21 Apr 2025 04:23:56 +0000 3877 yes full Can You Separate The Art From The Artist? - Speakerboxx Studios Season 2 Premiere Can You Separate The Art From The Artist? - Speakerboxx Studios Season 2 Premiere 1 2 Speakerboxx Studios <p>Welcome to the first episode of Speakerboxx Studios, Season 2. Sean is back from Cuba, and we are back recording in our friend’s apartment. Today we talk about the art vs the artist, the way artists become consumed by their art, and if you can enjoy the art of horrible people (YE). </p> Welcome to the first episode of Speakerboxx Studios, Season 2. Sean is back from Cuba, and we are back recording in our friend’s apartment. Today we talk about the art vs the artist, the way artists become consumed by their art, and if you can enjoy the art of horrible people (YE).

]]> <p>Welcome to the first episode of Speakerboxx Studios, Season 2. Sean is back from Cuba, and we are back recording in our friend’s apartment. Today we talk about the art vs the artist, the way artists become consumed by their art, and if you can enjoy the art of horrible people (YE). </p> c08e7eee-f958-4367-ba04-85c34e61b995 https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/speakerboxx-studios/episodes/Can-You-Separate-The-Art-From-The-Artist----Speakerboxx-Studios-Season-2-Premiere-e31g4r4 Mon, 14 Apr 2025 04:00:00 +0000 6247 yes full Gatekeeping Hip Hop, Forbes Top Rapper List, Harriet Tubman Music Gatekeeping Hip Hop, Forbes Top Rapper List, Harriet Tubman Music 13 1 Speakerboxx Studios <p>Welcome to the season finale of Speakerboxx Stuidos. Today we talk about why it may be necessary to gate keep hip hop, Forbes horrible top 50 rappers list, and the fools on twitter calling Doechii’s music, “Harriet Tubman music.” </p> Welcome to the season finale of Speakerboxx Stuidos. Today we talk about why it may be necessary to gate keep hip hop, Forbes horrible top 50 rappers list, and the fools on twitter calling Doechii’s music, “Harriet Tubman music.”

]]> <p>Welcome to the season finale of Speakerboxx Stuidos. Today we talk about why it may be necessary to gate keep hip hop, Forbes horrible top 50 rappers list, and the fools on twitter calling Doechii’s music, “Harriet Tubman music.” </p> 13e3b47f-8255-4961-b2ab-5152eec80266 https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/speakerboxx-studios/episodes/Gatekeeping-Hip-Hop--Forbes-Top-Rapper-List--Harriet-Tubman-Music-e2sc5t2 Mon, 16 Dec 2024 05:00:00 +0000 4582 yes full GNX Review, Grammy Bias, Drake Lawsuit GNX Review, Grammy Bias, Drake Lawsuit 12 1 Speakerboxx Studios <p>SPEAKERBOXX STUDIOS HAS RETURNED. In this episode, we are joined by our homie Albert, and we discuss A LOT. Kendrick dropped a no skip album, then Grammy nominations disappointed us once again, and Drake is basically suing for peace </p> SPEAKERBOXX STUDIOS HAS RETURNED. In this episode, we are joined by our homie Albert, and we discuss A LOT. Kendrick dropped a no skip album, then Grammy nominations disappointed us once again, and Drake is basically suing for peace

]]> <p>SPEAKERBOXX STUDIOS HAS RETURNED. In this episode, we are joined by our homie Albert, and we discuss A LOT. Kendrick dropped a no skip album, then Grammy nominations disappointed us once again, and Drake is basically suing for peace </p> 5f8c4947-8f16-485b-b1cb-3863ae44412e https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/speakerboxx-studios/episodes/GNX-Review--Grammy-Bias--Drake-Lawsuit-e2s3fu6 Mon, 09 Dec 2024 16:14:15 +0000 6001 yes full Andre 3000 Album, Rappers Exploring Other Genres, Funniest People in Hip Hop Andre 3000 Album, Rappers Exploring Other Genres, Funniest People in Hip Hop 11 1 Speakerboxx Studios <p>This episode was recorded around the time Andre 3000 released his debut solo album that is now Grammy nominated. We also discuss the discourse around rappers exploring other genres, and funny hip hop figures/moments. </p> This episode was recorded around the time Andre 3000 released his debut solo album that is now Grammy nominated. We also discuss the discourse around rappers exploring other genres, and funny hip hop figures/moments.

]]> <p>This episode was recorded around the time Andre 3000 released his debut solo album that is now Grammy nominated. We also discuss the discourse around rappers exploring other genres, and funny hip hop figures/moments. </p> 6acc13a8-ba30-410f-a95f-2031f10fded4 https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/speakerboxx-studios/episodes/Andre-3000-Album--Rappers-Exploring-Other-Genres--Funniest-People-in-Hip-Hop-e2r4ltb Mon, 18 Nov 2024 05:00:00 +0000 3344 yes full Shiesty Masks, Barbie vs Bratz, Movies We Miss Shiesty Masks, Barbie vs Bratz, Movies We Miss 10 1 Speakerboxx Studios <p>On this episode of Speakerboxx, we decided to give y'all a vault episode since we did not record on Election Day. This was the second episode we ever recorded and the inexperience made for some funny moments. </p> <p>Shiesty mask, opps at the beach, nature documentaries, we talk about basically everything this episode.</p> <p>Recorded: 10/09/2023 </p> On this episode of Speakerboxx, we decided to give y'all a vault episode since we did not record on Election Day. This was the second episode we ever recorded and the inexperience made for some funny moments.

Shiesty mask, opps at the beach, nature documentaries, we talk about basically everything this episode.

Recorded: 10/09/2023

]]> <p>On this episode of Speakerboxx, we decided to give y&#39;all a vault episode since we did not record on Election Day. This was the second episode we ever recorded and the inexperience made for some funny moments. </p> <p>Shiesty mask, opps at the beach, nature documentaries, we talk about basically everything this episode.</p> <p>Recorded: 10/09/2023 </p> aa4f4f38-cdef-4014-ad2c-8cb1f93da576 https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/speakerboxx-studios/episodes/Shiesty-Masks--Barbie-vs-Bratz--Movies-We-Miss-e2qp4qk Mon, 11 Nov 2024 05:00:00 +0000 3068 yes full CHROMAKOPIA, Hip-Hop Over and Under, Songs and Albums of the Year CHROMAKOPIA, Hip-Hop Over and Under, Songs and Albums of the Year 9 1 Speakerboxx Studios <p>On this episode of Speakerboxx Studios, we are joined by our 2nd ever guest, Chris!</p> <p>Starting with some Tyler the Creator content for his recently released album, CHROMAKOPIA (a must listen), then we discuss artists we feel are overrated as well as underrated (or underappreciated), then we close off with our favorite songs and albums of 2024. </p> <p><br /></p> On this episode of Speakerboxx Studios, we are joined by our 2nd ever guest, Chris!

Starting with some Tyler the Creator content for his recently released album, CHROMAKOPIA (a must listen), then we discuss artists we feel are overrated as well as underrated (or underappreciated), then we close off with our favorite songs and albums of 2024.


]]> <p>On this episode of Speakerboxx Studios, we are joined by our 2nd ever guest, Chris!</p> <p>Starting with some Tyler the Creator content for his recently released album, CHROMAKOPIA (a must listen), then we discuss artists we feel are overrated as well as underrated (or underappreciated), then we close off with our favorite songs and albums of 2024. </p> <p><br/></p> 81c02ec0-b274-49f1-824f-836f18a9da3b https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/speakerboxx-studios/episodes/CHROMAKOPIA--Hip-Hop-Over-and-Under--Songs-and-Albums-of-the-Year-e2qh1qv Mon, 04 Nov 2024 05:00:00 +0000 5542 yes full Best Album Covers, Hip-Hop vs Rap, What's the Difference? Best Album Covers, Hip-Hop vs Rap, What's the Difference? 8 1 Speakerboxx Studios <p>On this episode of Speakerboxx, we have our very first guest! James and the rest of us share our favorite album covers, and discuss how hip-hop artistry and rap aren't really the same thing. </p> On this episode of Speakerboxx, we have our very first guest! James and the rest of us share our favorite album covers, and discuss how hip-hop artistry and rap aren't really the same thing.

]]> <p>On this episode of Speakerboxx, we have our very first guest! James and the rest of us share our favorite album covers, and discuss how hip-hop artistry and rap aren&#39;t really the same thing. </p> 13e38f69-1ab1-472f-bae0-31b3ea78f2ee https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/speakerboxx-studios/episodes/Best-Album-Covers--Hip-Hop-vs-Rap--Whats-the-Difference-e2pm6i6 Mon, 14 Oct 2024 23:38:14 +0000 5599 yes full Top 25 Hip-Hop Artists of All Time Top 25 Hip-Hop Artists of All Time 7 1 Speakerboxx Studios <p>For this episode of Speakerboxx Studios, we remake the half of Billboard's top 50 Hip-Hop artists of all time list. Some get moved up, some get moved down, and some get replaced. Who's on your top 25?</p> For this episode of Speakerboxx Studios, we remake the half of Billboard's top 50 Hip-Hop artists of all time list. Some get moved up, some get moved down, and some get replaced. Who's on your top 25?

]]> <p>For this episode of Speakerboxx Studios, we remake the half of Billboard&#39;s top 50 Hip-Hop artists of all time list. Some get moved up, some get moved down, and some get replaced. Who&#39;s on your top 25?</p> 592fd4a4-235a-4e65-a39f-a96840b9213b https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/speakerboxx-studios/episodes/Top-25-Hip-Hop-Artists-of-All-Time-e2paha2 Mon, 07 Oct 2024 04:00:00 +0000 4280 yes full Hip Hop Starting 5 - Speakerboxx Episode 6 Hip Hop Starting 5 - Speakerboxx Episode 6 6 1 Speakerboxx Studios <p>In this episode, we did drafted Hip Hop artists into teams, then combined them together to get a Hip Hop starting 4 (+ 1 producer). Do you agree with our picks?</p> In this episode, we did drafted Hip Hop artists into teams, then combined them together to get a Hip Hop starting 4 (+ 1 producer). Do you agree with our picks?

]]> <p>In this episode, we did drafted Hip Hop artists into teams, then combined them together to get a Hip Hop starting 4 (+ 1 producer). Do you agree with our picks?</p> 8bbdfc38-abf3-4d56-975b-f91addd1c913 https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/speakerboxx-studios/episodes/Hip-Hop-Starting-5---Speakerboxx-Episode-6-e2p0s1l Mon, 30 Sep 2024 04:00:00 +0000 3703 yes full From Self-Care to Freak-Offs: Kendrick, Lil Wayne, and the Diddy Charges From Self-Care to Freak-Offs: Kendrick, Lil Wayne, and the Diddy Charges 5 1 Speakerboxx Studios <p>In this episode of Speakerboxx Studios, we're covering a little bit of everything— personal self-care routines to the latest in hip-hop. We talk about why taking care of yourself matters, Kendrick Lamar getting picked for the Super Bowl, the divisiveness around Lil Wayne, and a reflection of Kendrick's new track where he is fed up with EVERYONE. Obviously, we couldn’t ignore the CEO of Freak Offs, Diddy, and the serious criminal charges he’s facing. It's a mix of real talk and real issues—clock in, kick back, and join us to address everything happening in the culture right now</p> In this episode of Speakerboxx Studios, we're covering a little bit of everything— personal self-care routines to the latest in hip-hop. We talk about why taking care of yourself matters, Kendrick Lamar getting picked for the Super Bowl, the divisiveness around Lil Wayne, and a reflection of Kendrick's new track where he is fed up with EVERYONE. Obviously, we couldn’t ignore the CEO of Freak Offs, Diddy, and the serious criminal charges he’s facing. It's a mix of real talk and real issues—clock in, kick back, and join us to address everything happening in the culture right now

]]> <p>In this episode of Speakerboxx Studios, we&#39;re covering a little bit of everything— personal self-care routines to the latest in hip-hop. We talk about why taking care of yourself matters, Kendrick Lamar getting picked for the Super Bowl, the divisiveness around Lil Wayne, and a reflection of Kendrick&#39;s new track where he is fed up with EVERYONE. Obviously, we couldn’t ignore the CEO of Freak Offs, Diddy, and the serious criminal charges he’s facing. It&#39;s a mix of real talk and real issues—clock in, kick back, and join us to address everything happening in the culture right now</p> 10c61da6-5dbf-4fc9-b9a8-ca441cf47811 https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/speakerboxx-studios/episodes/From-Self-Care-to-Freak-Offs-Kendrick--Lil-Wayne--and-the-Diddy-Charges-e2olmds Mon, 23 Sep 2024 04:00:00 +0000 4101 yes full Kendrick vs Drake Recap - Speakerboxx Episode 4 Kendrick vs Drake Recap - Speakerboxx Episode 4 4 1 Speakerboxx Studios <p>Join us to discuss the battle that will be remembered throughout hip hop history. Where Kendrick Lamar eviscerated the famous actor we once knew, Drake.</p> <p><br /></p> <p>If you really think Drake won...</p> Join us to discuss the battle that will be remembered throughout hip hop history. Where Kendrick Lamar eviscerated the famous actor we once knew, Drake.


If you really think Drake won...

]]> <p>Join us to discuss the battle that will be remembered throughout hip hop history. Where Kendrick Lamar eviscerated the famous actor we once knew, Drake.</p> <p><br/></p> <p>If you really think Drake won...</p> 0aaf5313-d3bd-4417-870f-d435b04f4fe2 https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/speakerboxx-studios/episodes/Kendrick-vs-Drake-Recap---Speakerboxx-Episode-4-e2o9l1s Mon, 16 Sep 2024 12:00:00 +0000 4696 yes full Episode 0 - Top 5 Hip Hop Albums of All Time Episode 0 - Top 5 Hip Hop Albums of All Time Speakerboxx Studios <p>Enter Speakerboxx Studios, a group of 4 dudes passionately yapping about hip hop and their other interests. Today’s topic? Sla… Top 5 hip hop albums of all time. See if you agree! (Recorded 09/25/2023)</p> <p> </p> Enter Speakerboxx Studios, a group of 4 dudes passionately yapping about hip hop and their other interests. Today’s topic? Sla… Top 5 hip hop albums of all time. See if you agree! (Recorded 09/25/2023)

]]> <p>Enter Speakerboxx Studios, a group of 4 dudes passionately yapping about hip hop and their other interests. Today’s topic? Sla… Top 5 hip hop albums of all time. See if you agree! (Recorded 09/25/2023)</p> <p> </p> a90ab0d2-445c-4b12-bdeb-2f917d3d1a15 https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/speakerboxx-studios/episodes/Episode-0---Top-5-Hip-Hop-Albums-of-All-Time-e2o3evf Mon, 09 Sep 2024 12:00:00 +0000 6740 yes full Episode 3 - Bayani and the Creative Process Episode 3 - Bayani and the Creative Process 3 1 Speakerboxx Studios <p>STREAM “BEING BAYANI IS DEAD” ON ALL PLATFORMS!!!! Finally a recently recorded episode. Audio quality is buns tho (sorry). Listen to us discuss the creative process. (Recorded 09/03/2024)</p> STREAM “BEING BAYANI IS DEAD” ON ALL PLATFORMS!!!! Finally a recently recorded episode. Audio quality is buns tho (sorry). Listen to us discuss the creative process. (Recorded 09/03/2024)

]]> <p>STREAM “BEING BAYANI IS DEAD” ON ALL PLATFORMS!!!! Finally a recently recorded episode. Audio quality is buns tho (sorry). Listen to us discuss the creative process. (Recorded 09/03/2024)</p> 8fa83b07-2207-45c6-a628-f792fad2d97d https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/speakerboxx-studios/episodes/Episode-3---Bayani-and-the-Creative-Process-e2o3g85 Mon, 09 Sep 2024 12:00:00 +0000 4130 yes full Episode 2 - The End of the Hiatus Episode 2 - The End of the Hiatus 2 1 Speakerboxx Studios <p>LIFE UPDATE: A lot has happened since the last episode. Jio died for 15 minutes, Sean graduated, and none of us had time for this. But we’re back and better now mf. (Recorded 01/23/2024)</p> LIFE UPDATE: A lot has happened since the last episode. Jio died for 15 minutes, Sean graduated, and none of us had time for this. But we’re back and better now mf. (Recorded 01/23/2024)

]]> <p>LIFE UPDATE: A lot has happened since the last episode. Jio died for 15 minutes, Sean graduated, and none of us had time for this. But we’re back and better now mf. (Recorded 01/23/2024)</p> a718617a-c028-4764-bc7b-c4136196aa26 https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/speakerboxx-studios/episodes/Episode-2---The-End-of-the-Hiatus-e2o3g20 Mon, 09 Sep 2024 12:00:00 +0000 3863 yes full Episode 1 - Who Are These Mfs? Episode 1 - Who Are These Mfs? 1 1 Speakerboxx Studios <p>Are you confused on who tf these dudes are after that first episode? GOOD. Listen to this one to learn our passions, interests, and why hip hop. (Recorded 11/06/2023)</p> Are you confused on who tf these dudes are after that first episode? GOOD. Listen to this one to learn our passions, interests, and why hip hop. (Recorded 11/06/2023)

]]> <p>Are you confused on who tf these dudes are after that first episode? GOOD. Listen to this one to learn our passions, interests, and why hip hop. (Recorded 11/06/2023)</p> be4f3563-3d87-4cb5-8116-9a9c02b7ff48 https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/speakerboxx-studios/episodes/Episode-1---Who-Are-These-Mfs-e2o3fof Mon, 09 Sep 2024 12:00:00 +0000 3763 yes