In this episode, Desmond is joined by Malik Buie, director of the newest Hip-Hop documentary "Tale of the Tape" from Red Summer TV. Malik offers a behind the scenes look at the decade-long filming process, discusses the importance of creating a documentary focused on DJs, shares what he believes the future of the mixtape might look like, & more. Thank you for your support! GO WATCH TALE OF THE TAPE! - Dez Watch Tale of the Tape HERE Keep up with all things Hip 2 Da...

This week, Desmond finally gives his take on the recent Kendrick Lamar vs. J. Cole battle and how he believes J. Cole's controversial decision to fall back was bigger than Hip-Hop. Additionally, Dez talks about the use of AI in Rap/Hip-Hop after hearing Drake's "Taylor Made Freestyle" and shares some brief, updated thoughts on the NBA's first round Playoff matchups (*for games played before 4/28*).  Enjoy and share your thoughts! Thanks for your support! - Dez This episode is brought to you...

Ahead of the 2024 NBA Playoffs, Desmond shares his thoughts on how the Pelicans might be sleeper contenders this year, how the Clippers vs. Mavericks series could be the best of all the first round series, and why this year's Boston Celtics Playoff run is the most important one of the Jayson Tatum era. Enjoy and share your thoughts! Thanks for your support! - Dez This episode is brought to you by 19 Media Group in partnership with: NBA Store/Fanatics Rep your home team by visiting the...

Desmond returns this week breaking down "The Way I Am" by the Detroit legend, Eminem, off his third studio album "The Marshall Mathers LP." Dez details Eminem's signature fundamental-yet-complex rhyme pattern featured throughout the song and uncovers the song's passionate lyrics and themes that revolve around peace, forgiveness, and identity. Enjoy and share your thoughts! Thank you for your support! - Dez Keep up with all things Hip 2 Da...

Today, Desmond returns with his thoughts on Nelly saying his era of Rap/Hip-Hop from 1999-2008 was the toughest ever, the new "done with the 90s" NBA trend, and what makes the Timberwolves, Thunder, & Nuggets Western Conference Finals threats. Enjoy and share your thoughts! Thanks for your support! - Dez This episode is brought to you by 19 Media Group in partnership with: NBA Store/Fanatics Rep your home team by visiting the ultimate destination for authentic NBA gear! H2DG is working...

In today's episode, Desmond welcomes back Baltimore emcee Ullnevano to preview his newest album Concords produced by Logic Marselis. Dez lets Neva give some insight on his growth as an artist, his goals for the album, why he feels Concords is his best work yet, & much more. Enjoy and share your thoughts! Thank you for your support! GO LISTEN TO CONCORDS!!! - Dez This episode of Hip 2 Da Games is brought to you by 19 Media Group in partnership with: NBA Store/Fanatics Rep your home...

In this episode, Desmond shares his thoughts on Killer Mike's GRAMMY wins and the struggle artists and fans have balancing its prestige while acknowledging its often disrespectful shortcomings. Additionally, he reflects on NBA Trade Deadline winners and points out a couple of bright spots for the Warriors that may allow them to make a successful Playoff push. This episode is brought to you by 19 Media Group in partnership with: NBA Store/Fanatics Rep your home team by visiting the ultimate...

In a special edition of the latest song breakdown, Desmond is joined by producer, musician, & fellow podcaster J. Powell to break down their collaborative single (yes, you read that right!) "The Days" produced by E.L Summers. Dez and Jerrell provide an in-depth look into the creative process leading up to the song's release, its themes, the bars delivered in each of their verses, & much more. Enjoy and share your thoughts! Thank you for your support! GO LISTEN TO "THE DAYS!!!" -...

Today, Desmond is back with another song breakdown, this time showing love to the legendary Wu-Tang Clan and their iconic hit "C.R.E.A.M." He breaks down the rhymes from Raekwon, Inspectah Deck, and Method Man to unpack the song's truth-filled lyrics and themes that go beyond the aspect of money. Enjoy and share your thoughts! Thank you for your support! - Dez Keep up with all things Hip 2 Da...

For the first episode of the new year, Desmond goes back to 1989, this time joined by friend of the show Martin Mowat to break down the lead single off Big Daddy Kane's sophomore album It's a Big Daddy Thing, where Kane puts on a signature master class on how to be smooth. Enjoy and share your thoughts! Thank you for your support! - Dez Keep up with all things Hip 2 Da...

Desmond is back this week as he reflects on the first ever NBA In-Season Tournament, analyzes the sudden dominance of the Minnesota Timberwolves, shares some thoughts on what he hopes to take place for the next 50 years of Hip-Hop, and more. This episode is brought to you by 19 Media Group in partnership with: NBA Store/Fanatics Rep your home team by visiting the ultimate destination for authentic NBA gear! H2DG is working in affiliation with the NBA Store/Fanatics and will be compensated...

Today, Desmond praises the Houston Rockets for their improved play, shares his ideas on what a Chicago Bulls rebuild could look like, and tries to uncover the struggles of the Cleveland Cavaliers and New Orleans Pelicans. Additionally, Desmond gives his take on J. Cole's recent comments regarding Hip-Hop being on the doorstep of another golden era. This episode is brought to you by 19 Media Group in partnership with: NBA Store/Fanatics Rep your home team by visiting the ultimate destination...

Dez is back this week to share his thoughts on Victor Wembanyama's early success in the NBA, the positive and negative effects of James Harden's trade to the Los Angeles Clippers, and Louisiana emcee Dee-1's recent comments on Meek Mill and Rick Ross' hypocritical lyrics. Additionally, Desmond ends the episode introducing a new segment to the show that will celebrate the NBA/WNBA's best in true H2DG fashion. This episode is brought to you by 19 Media Group in partnership with: NBA...

For today's episode, Desmond revisits the year 1996, this time to break down the title track from OutKast's sophomore album ATLiens, where Big Boi & Andre 3000 use their smooth deliveries and versatile lyrics to create a timeless, out-of-this-world track. Enjoy and share your thoughts! Thank you for your support! - Dez Keep up with all things Hip 2 Da...

In this episode, Desmond kicks off the first Let's Talk of the 2023-24 NBA season touching on the following Eastern Conference topics: Damian Lillard's fit with the Milwaukee BucksJrue Holiday & Kristaps Porzingis in, Smart & BOTH Williams out for BostonJames Harden wants out (again)4 sleeper teams that could snag the final Play-In spotEnjoy! Don't hesitate to share your thoughts! - Dez This episode is brought to you by 19 Media Group in partnership with: NBA Store/Fanatics Rep...

Today, Desmond comes right back with the fourth volume of "You Had To Be There," this time with co-founder of 19 Media Group, co-host of The Baseline NBA Podcast and Bleav in Celtics Podcast, and host of Dope Interviews, Warren Shaw, who gives flowers to a 80s-90s NBA player who's career unfortunately got cut short due to his passing, but left an impactful impression on and off the floor in his short time. Enjoy and please share your thoughts with us! Show some love to my OG Warren and...

In this week's episode, Desmond is back with the third installment of "You Had To Be There" and is joined by producer of the NBA podcast "Miles and Jack Got Mad Boosties," Jabari Davis, who decided to give flowers to a 90s point guard that made a trailblazing impact on and off the court: Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf. Enjoy and don't hesitate to share your thoughts! Show some love to Jabari and support his show! - Dez Keep up with Jabari and his...

Today, Desmond brings another CROSSover to the hardwood, this time unpacking DMX's "The Convo" to encourage us to find our strength in Jesus in the moments we feel our lowest. Enjoy and thank you for your continued support! - Dez Keep up with all things Hip 2 Da Games: https://instagram.com/hip2dagames?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= https://twitter.com/hip2dagames?t=dME3xHR59c3P0rbbrbJdSg&s=09 https://www.tiktok.com/@hip2dagames?_t=8bPuRJ7I4Bm&_r=1 Connect with...

In today's episode, Desmond goes back to his preteen years to dive into "Rise and Shine," his all-time favorite J.Cole song from the debut album Cole World: The Sideline Story, where J. Cole used the song as a metaphor to describe his pending emergence in Hip-Hop. Enjoy! Don't hesitate to share your thoughts! Thank you for your support! - Dez This episode is brought to you by 19 Media Group in partnership with: NBA Store/Fanatics Rep your home team by visiting the ultimate destination...

Today, Desmond is back with another song breakdown, this time diving into "Children's Story," the 1988 classic from the OG storyteller himself, Slick Rick, who delivers an intense yet cautionary tale to wake up the youth, rather than put them to sleep. Enjoy! Don't hesitate to share your thoughts! Thanks for your support! - Dez Keep up with all things Hip 2 Da Games:...

In this episode, Desmond continues his "You Had To Be There" series, this time with help from Dylan Dreyfuss, host & creator of the Forgotten Seasons podcast/platform. And in this installment, Dylan gives flowers to his first favorite player ever; Sam Cassell. An extremely reliable point guard drafted in 1993 who went on to have a very long and consistent career with three championships to his resume. Enjoy and don't hesitate to share your thoughts! Be sure to show some love to Dylan for...

Today, Desmond once again introduces you to a new idea for the show: You Had To Be There, an NBA offseason exclusive where he gives flowers to NBA players near and dear to our hearts. With You Had To Be There, there is no discrimination. Role players, All-Stars, and Superstars are all welcome. And in this first volume, Desmond shows love and reflects on the career of all-around point forward Andre Iguodala. Enjoy! Thanks for all your support! Lemme know what you think of this new idea! -...

Today, Desmond returns with more NBA discussion, this time centered around some hot offseason topics: Chris Paul's release + 2 teams that he should consider joiningDuos in the modern NBA - Not so dynamic?Damian Lillard & The Hard Knock Trail BlazersThe Bulls stressful offseason aheadJames Harden wants that old thang back? Enjoy! Please don't hesitate to share your thoughts! Good luck on the giveaway! - Dez This episode is brought to you by 19 Media Group in partnership...

In this episode, Desmond returns with another edition of The CROSSover, this time diving into Common's classic song "The Light" to inspire us to choose relationship with Jesus and illuminate the world through His love. Thank You for choosing to rock with ya boy! Enjoy & share your thoughts! - Dez Keep up with all things Hip 2 Da...