Hip Hop VERZUZ Quarantine
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Swizz Beatz & Timbaland have given us by far the best thing to look forward to during quarantine. Recorded before all the craziness and epic ness of the Babyface/Teddy Riley battle, we discuss our general thoughts about what VERZUZ says about, and means for, the culture (10:53), hoping that VERZUZ won't fall victim to the same commercialization that other aspects of hip hop have (28:28), if it's possible for hip hop to grow and maintain authenticity without chasing the bag (1:03:45), Milan continues his streak of disrespect toward hip hop legends (1:24:29), match-ups we'd like to see (1:29:47), and more. #PullUpAChair, press play, and let us know your thoughts on the VERZUZ battles.
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