Two Stubborn Nigerians

This week the Two Stubborn Nigerians give their first reaction to Quaranta by Danny Brown. And discuss some of big recent releases within the world of Hip-Hop.

Outro Song: SZA - Kill Bill

Rahim's Recommendation: Roy Woods - Mixed Emotions (Album)

Paul's Recommendation: Mr. Eazi - The Evil Genius (Album)

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This week we provide our First Reaction to Larger Than Life by Brent Faiyaz & we also discuss our favourtie Michael Jackson songs

Outro Song: Mase - Feels So Good

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This week we review the new, & final, studio album by Westside Gunn "And Then You Pray For Me"

Outro Song: Westside Gunn - KITCHEN LIGHTS (Ft. Stove God Cooks)

Rahim's Recommendation: Peezy - GHETTO

Paul's Recommendation: Jon Batiste - World Music Radio

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This week, we provide our "Premature Evaluation" for Drake's "For All the Dogs" & review "Scarlet" by Doja Cat.

Outro Song: Doja Cat - Say So

Rahim's Recommendation: D2X - Hotel 1105

Paul's Recommendation: Musiq Soulchild & Hit-Boy - Victims & Villains

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After a little summer break we're back!

This week we review some of the big albums we missed from Travis Scott, Noname & Burna Boy.

Outro Song: Tion Wayne - Home

Rahim's Recommendation: Stormzy - The Weekend (Ft. RAYE)

Paul's Recommendation: King Kay - Last Days of Summer (EP)

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Following the Release of his New Album "Redshirt" Cam Thomas sits down with us to discuss the Album, his journey and so much more.

You can find the album "Redshirt" Out Now on All Platforms.

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For this week's album review we check out the new album by J Hus. And we look back at our first ever live show at Manchester International Festival.

Outro Song: J Hus - Common Sense

Rahim's Recommendation: Kiana Lede - Grudges (Album)

Paul's Recommendation: Raheem DeVaughn - The Summer of Love (Album)

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For this special bonus episode, we preview our upcoming performance at Manchester International Festival by Shortlisting 15 rappers to our top rappers all-time list before we cut it down to a final 10 live on stage.

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This week, we have a conversation with Friend of the Podcast Cam Thomas, he sits down with us to discuss the 10-year anniversaries of "Yeezus" by Kanye West & Born Sinner by J. Cole.

Stay tuned for a deeper conversation with Cam Thomas, ahead of his upcoming debut album "Redshirt"

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This week, we take it back to 2002 to review "The Fix" by legendary rapper Scarface. As well as reviewing our highlights of the year so far.

Outro Song: Westside Gunn - Mr. T

Rahim's Recommendation: Kirby - Sis. He Ain't The One

Paul's Recommendation: Boldy James - Prisoner of Circumstance

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On this week's episode we provide our initial reaction's to "I Thought It'd be Different" the new album from Rory. As well as listing our favourite Pharrell song.

Outro Song: Rory - I WANT YOU, BUT YOU'LL NEVER KNOW (Ft. DRAM & Alex Isley)

Rahim's Recommendation: Ireland Boss - V6 (Ft. Malie Donn) (Single)

Paul's Recommendation: Loose Ends - So Where Are You (Album)

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THis week, we give our first reaction to KAYTRAMINÉthe new collaboration album from KAYTRANADA & Amine. We also discuss our favourite COLORS Performances and share so really BIG news for the podcast.

Outro Song: JAY-Z - Imaginary Players

Rahim's Recommendation: Rory - My Phone Can Die (Ft. Ari Lennox & James Fauntleroy)

Paul's Recommendation: Adi Oasis - Lotus Glow

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This week we'll be reviewing "Crop Circle 2" by Nines. And ranking our favourite albums of 2013 and reviewing 5 Only Entertainment's "The Real is Back Show".

Outro Song: Cam Thomas - Heisman

Rahim's Recommendation: Q - Soul,PRESENT (Album)

Paul's Recommendations:

KayFaraway

ySo?

ROCXNOIR

King Kay

Cam Thomas

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For this week's album review we check out "No Idols" by Domo Genesis & The Alchemist, which has just made it's way to streaming platforms. Alongside that, we discuss some of the best one hit wonders and diamond singles.

Outro Song: Joey Bada$$ - Third Eye Sh*t

Rahim's Recommendation: Lola Brooke - Just Relax (Song)

Paul's Recommendation: Madison Calley - Ethereal (EP)

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For this week's album review, we check out "Timeless" the new album by Davido. As well as, assessing Billboards top 50 rappers all-time list.

Outro Song: John Legend - Heaven

Rahim's Recommendation: Earth, Wind & Fire - Fantasy (Song)

Paul's Recommendation: Luh Tyler - My Vision: Reloaded (Album)

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Catch our First Reaction to the new collaboration album byMach-Hommy&Tha God Fahim:Notorious Dump Legends Vol.2

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Catch our First Reaction Review of Masego by Masego

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No Album of the Week. Instead we argue over who has the best 2000s trilogy, Alicia Keys, Beyonce or Usher and we play a round of this or that.

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For this special bonus episode, we provide our first reactions to the new Don Toliver album "Love Sick"

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On this week's episode we're reviewing the new album from Paramore "This is Why". We also play a game of 21 questions and discuss Drake's "early retirement".

Outro Song: Babyface Ray - Ron Artest (Ft. 42 Dugg)

Rahim's Recommendation: MoStack - The Weekend (Song)

Paul's Recommendation: Babyface Ray (Artist)

Dual Recommendation: Bairi - 2 Hold U Over (EP)

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Welcome to this Bonus Edition of the Two Stubborn Nigerians, where we are providing our reaction to Rihanna's phenomenal SuperBowl half-time show.

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This week we review the latest album from Skyzoo "The Mind of a Saint". We also review the winners from the 2023 Grammy Awards & share some recommendations for your Valentine's Day Playlist.

Outro Song: Jeezy - MJ Jeezy

Rahim's Recommendation: ScHoolboy Q - Oxymoron (album)

Paul's Recommendation: Skyzoo - All the Brilliant Things (album)

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This week we celebrate 20 Years of 50 Cent's Debut album, "Get Rich or Die Tryin'" by bringing it to the Two Stubborn Nigerians Scale. While also assessing the worst songs by our favourite artist & Discussing the upcoming RENAISSANCE Tour.

Outro Song: 50 Cent - Heat

Rahim's Recommendation: JANE HANDCOCK - World of Women (Album)

Paul's Recommendation: Nia Chennai - Since We Ain't Together(EP)

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Welcome into a special Bonus edition where we provide our initial first reactions to the new album by Lil Yatchy "Let's Start Here".

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This week we finally review "Rumours" the classic album by Fleetwood Mac and ranked as the 7th best all-time by our good friends over at Rolling Stone. On top of that we discuss Drake's B-Sides show in Toronto and more.

Outro Song: Michael Jackson - Blood on the Dance Floor

Rahim's Recommendation: A Boogie Wit da Hoodie - Me Vs. Myself (Album)

Paul's Recommendation: Akeem Ali - Keemy Casanova: He's BAD (Song)

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For this week's album review, we check out "This is What I Mean", the latest Album UK Grime and Music Legend Stormzy. Alongside this, we make some bold predictions in our yearly "Change the Forecast" segment, and Rahim plays a game of Start, Cut, Bench album edition.

Outro Song: T.I. - Memories Back Then (Ft. B.o.B, Kendrick Lamar & Kris Stephens)

Rahim's Recommendation: PARTYNEXTDOOR - Her Old Friends (Song)

Paul's Recommendation: Doe Boy (Artist)

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This week for Track 83, we take it back to 1976 and review the album "I Want You" by Marvin Gaye. Alongside that, we comment on the recent Rolling Stone top 200 Singers All-Time List.

Outro Song: Luther Vandross - Never Too Much

Rahim's Recommendation: Ab-Soul - HERBERT (Album)

Paul's Recommendation: Sauce Walka - Sauce Ghetto Gospel 3 (Album)

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Welcome to the Third Annual Two Stubborn Nigerian Awards. We'll be handing out awards to our favourite: verses, songs, albums and artists of 2022 and crown winners for the following categories:

Songs of the Year Diverse Album of the Year R&B Album of the Year Rap Album of the Year Feature Artist of the Year Most Improved Artist of the Year R&B Artist of the Year Rap Artist of the Year Verse of the Year MVP - Overall Artist of the Year

Outro Song: Oxlade - KU LO SA (A COLORS SHOW)

Rahim's Recommendation(Feature Verse of the Year): JID - Bruddanem (Ft. Lil Durk)

Paul's Recommendation(Feature Verse of the Year): DJ Khaled - GOD DID (Ft. Rick Ross, Lil' Wayne, JAY-Z, John Legend & Fridayy)

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On this week's episode we review the brand new and highly anticipated album from SZA "SOS". Alongside this we discuss our all-time favourite album intro's and discuss what we think DJ Khaled's 5 best songs are.

Outro Song: SZA - Wavy (Interlude) (Ft. James Fauntleroy)

Rahim's Recommendation: BROCKHAMPTON - The Family (album)

Paul's Recommendation: Stalley - Somebody Up There Loves Me (album) 

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This week we review the album "Lies About the War" by Jacob Banksa Nigerian-British singer-songwriter. On top of that we predict the winners of the 2023 Grammy's following the recent unveiling of the nominees and we review and celebrate the winners of this years MOBO Awards.

Outro Song: Beyonce - Cuff It

Rahim's Recommendation: Glorilla - Anyways, Life's Great... (Album)

Paul's Recommendation: Tony Shhnow - Reflexions (Album)

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For this week's album review we check out "The Liz 2" the new album from Armani Caesar. Pay tribute to the Late Great Takeoff. Discuss which album most disappointed us this year & give our early thoughts on "Her Loss" by Drake & 21 Savage.

Outro Song: Migos - Commando

Rahim's Recommendation: Babyface - Girls Night Out (Album)

Paul's Recommendation: Dami Oniru - Matter of Time (EP)

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For this week's album review, we celebrate 25 of JAY-Z's sophomore album "In My Lifetime, Vol.1". We discuss what songs we think stand out and where it lands on the 2SN's scale.

Outro Song: JAY-Z - You Must Love Me

Rahim's Recommendation: MAK - Check (song)

Paul's Recommendation: Sonder - Too Late to Die Young (EP) 

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Welcome to Track 77 - "It's Only Us". For this week's album review we check out the new album release by Lil Baby "It's Only Me". On top of that we celebrate 10 years of Kendrick Lamar's "good kid, m.A.A.d city" and Discuss Destiny's Child's best song.

Outro Song: Eric Benet - Georgy Porgy (Ft. Faith Evans)

Rahim's Recommendation: Ab-Soul - Do Better (Single)

Paul's Recommendation: Baby Tate - Mani/Pedi (Album)

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For this weeks album review we head back to 2005 and review the debut album from Kano "Home Sweet Home" & assess how the rapper has evolved into the modern day legend he is today. Alongside this we predict our Spotify Wrapped and discuss which albums changed us.

Outro Song: Nelly Furtado - Say It Right

Rahim's Recommendation: YG - I Dance (Ft. Duki & Cuco) (Song)

Paul's Recommendation: Lil Yatchy - Poland (Song)

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Welcome to Track 75 - "Age/Sex/Location".This week's album review is the new release by Ari Lennox. In addition we look at our musical highlights of 2022 thus far. And share our thoughts on the changing dynamics of modern day R&B.

Outro Song: Ari Lennox - BMO

Rahim's Recommendation: Coast Contra - Never Freestyle (Song)

Paul's Recommendation: Rihanna (Artist)

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Welcome to Track 74 - "Just Friends". For this weeks album review we kick it back to 2000 and check out the studio debut by Musiq Soulchild "Aijuswanaseing". On top of that we do a 2000's hit verzuz and disuss what makes a "smash hit" in 2022.

Outro Song: Jill Scott - Golden

Rahim's Recommendation: Symba - Results Take Time (Album)

Paul's Recommendation: Aretha Franklin - Let Me in Your Life (Album)

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Welcome to Track 73, "The Forever Story". This week's album is the recent release by J.I.D "The Forever Story". On top of that we pay tribute to Queen Elizabeth and discuss how Big Sean is Hip-Hop's Taylor Swift.

Outro Song: Outkast - Rosa Parks

Rahim's Recommendation: Eva Lazarus - Brandy Kisses (Album)

Paul's Recommendation: Jacob Banks - Lies About the War (Album)

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Welcome to Track 72 - Southernplaylistic. This week we kick it back to 1994 and review Outkast's debut album "Southernplaylisticcadillacmuzik" and see where it ranks on the 2SN scale. On top of that Paul shouts out the legendary career of The Alchemist and Rahim asks what songs make the "way too early" all-decade list. GOD DID.

Outro Song: Outkast - Player's Ball

Rahim's Recommendation: SOLOHUNNA - No Access

Paul's Recommendation: Hip-Hop Evolution, Season 3, Episode 4: "The Dirty South" (TV Series)

P.S. We experienced some technical difficulties so apologies for any audio issues.

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Welcome to Track 71 - 2000. This week we're analysing "2000" the most recent release by Joey Bada$$. Discuss the recent breakup of The Breakfast Club & exploring what songs would make our ideal wedding playlists.

Outro Song: JAY-Z - Izzo(H.O.V.A.)

Rahim's Recommendation: Roddy Rich - The Big 3 (Ep)

Paul's Recommendation: Larry June - Orange Print (Album)

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Welcome to Track 70 - "SOUR". This week we review Beyonce's "RENASSIANCE", decide on the Mount Rushmore Afrobeats Songs, discuss what Hip-hop tracks we wanna hear in the club. And we FINALLY review Olivia Rodrigo's Album "SOUR".

Outro Song: Bryson Tiller - Don't

Rahim's Recommendation: Oxlade - KU LO SA - A Colors Show (Song)

Paul's Recommendation: Lloyd Banks - The Course of the Inevitable 2 (Album)

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Welcome to Track 69 - The American Dream. This week we analyse two of the best cheating songs, discuss how the kids these days don't know about The-Dream, and reminisce on the music of their Uni years.

Outro Track: 23 Unofficial - Ain't Bothered

Rahim's Recommendation: Erykah Badu - Window Seat (song)

Paul's Recommendation: The-Dream - Love/Hate (album)

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Welcome to Track 68 of the Two Stubborn Nigerians Podcast "Honestly, Nevermind". 

This week we review the new Drake album (sorta). Forecast towards the new Beyonce album and Rahim plays Snog, Marry, Kill (for some reason???) 

Outro Song: Kendrick Lamar - Savior (Ft. Baby Keem & Sam Drew)

Rahim's Recommendation: Saba - Few Good Things (album)

Paul's Recommendation: WESTSIDE BOOGIE - MORE BLACK SUPERHEROS (album)

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Welcome to Track 67 - Methodology. This week we review the egregious Top 200 Hip-Hop Albums all-time list by Rolling Stone. And we play a couple new games.

Outro Song: Destiny's Child - Cater 2 U

Rahim's Recommendation: Pharrell Williams - Cash In, Cash Out (Ft. 21 Savage & Tyler, the Creator) (Single)

Paul's Recommendation: Jim Jones - El Capo (Album)

Time Stamps:

Biggest Simp on “Cater 2 U” game!:  (00:00 – 09:32)

Podcast P goes to see Alicia Keys: (12:29 – 22:22)

Kendrick vs J. Cole in 2022?: (28:14 – 36:08)

Who used that sample better game!:  (36:10 -46:27)

Consistency vs Quality: (46:27 – 58:15)

Rolling Stone Top 200 Hip Hop Albums: (58:15 – 01:38:43)

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Welcome to Track 66 - Deja Vu. This week we look back on the first 6 months of 2022 and discuss our favourite projects thus far. And do a little bracket of some of Beyonce's best songs.

Outro Song: The Weeknd - Out of Time

Rahim's Recommendation: Vory - Lost Souls (album)

Paul's Recommendation: PJ Morton - Watch The Sun (album)

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Welcome to Track 65 of the Two Stubborn Nigerians. This week, we discuss some of the new posthumous releases from the Notorious B.I.G and XXXTentacion. N-Dubz upcoming UK tour and so much more, not all of it relating to music.

Outro Song: Meek Mill - R.I.C.O. (Ft. Drake)

Rahim's Recommendation: Lloyd Banks - The Course of the Inevitable (Album)

Paul's Recommendation: Big K.R.I.T. - Digital Roses Don't Die (Album)

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Welcome to Track 64 of the Two Stubborn Nigerians Podcast "The Big Steppers". This week we, of course, review the new album from Kendrick Lamar "Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers". We also discuss some of the drama happening around Young Thug and YSL, and preview the upcoming Joey Bada$$ project.

Outro Song: Kendrick Lamar - The Heart Part 5

Rahim's Recommendation: Knucks - Alpha Place

Paul's Recommendation: Syd - Broken Hearts Club

Time Stamps:

YSL Drama – (06:20 – 10:38) What have we been listening to?: (11:08 – 24:38) Joey Badass “2000” on the way: (24:38 – 34:50) Kendrick Lamar “Mr. Morale & The Big Stepper” review:  (41:59 -01:20:40) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/two-stubborn-nigerians/message

Welcome to Track 63 of The Two Stubborn Nigerians Podcast "It's Almost Dry". This week we dive into the new release by Pusha T and discuss our thoughts on this long-anticipated project. We also preview Kendrick Lamar's "Mr. Morale and the Big Steppers" as well as discuss what other recent releases we've been rocking with.

Outro Song: A Tribe Called Quest - Find A Way

Rahim's Recommendation: Will Jordan - Just to be Safe (Song)

Paul's Recommendation: Alex Isely & Jack Dine - Marigold (Album)

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"Power to the People, We're Back to do Maintenance..." - John Lucks (2014)

Welcome to Track 62 - XXL. This Week we look back on the first weekend of Coachella, provide our initial thoughts on "RAMONA PARK BROKE MY HEART" by Vince Staples and ahead on the 2022 list we review the XXL Freshman lists over the years.

Intro Song: Poor Righteous Teachers - Word Iz Life

Outro Song: The Pharcyde - Runnin'

Rahim's Recommendation: [BUMP] Pick Me Up (EP)

Paul's Recommendation: Poor Righteous Teachers - The New World Order (Album)

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"Power to the People, We're Back to do Maintenance..." - John Lucks (2014)

Welcome in to Track 61 - "Grammy Family". Following the 3rd biggest night in music, we discuss the winners and losers of some of the highly contested awards and recap who we predicted would win way back in December.

Intro Song: WSTRN - Sharna

Outro Song: Common - The Light

Rahim's Recommendation: Swedish House Mafia - Lifetime (Ft. Ty Dolla $ign & 070 Shake)

Paul's Recommendation: Bairi - Spring Cleaning

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"Power to the People, We're Back to do Maintenance..." -John Lucks (2014)

Welcome to Track 60 - "Kids Ruin Everything". This week we discuss the artists we're desperate to come tour in the UK and discuss whether The Weeknd make "Good Music" or not.

Into Song: Freeway - What We Do (ft. JAY-Z & Beanie Sigel)

Outro Song: The Weeknd - Montreal

Rahim's Recommendation: Cam Thomas - Last Man Standing (Freestyle)

Paul's Recommendation: Robert Glasper - Black Radio III (Album)

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"Power to the People, We're Back to do Maintenance..."- John Lucks (2014)

Welcome to Track 59 - "Tyson vs. Ali". This week we review the recent releases by two of Griselda's Finest: "God Don't Make Mistakes" by Conway the Machine& "Tana Talk 4" by Benny the Butcher.

Find out which album Paul thinks may be the best Griselda release ever!

Intro Song: Wande Coal - Iskaba

Outro Song: Lupe Fiasco - The Coolest

Rahim's Recommendation: Kojey Radical - Reason to Smile (Album)

Paul's Recommendation: Mariah the Scientist - Buckles Laboratories Presents: The Intermission (EP)

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"Power to the People, We're Back to do Maintenance..."

Welcome to Track 58 - Superstar, our first roundtable episode. We're joined by our 3 amazing guests Romara Lee, Marco Palmieri and Tomiwa Ayeni to discuss some big topics including the quality of modern day music, the new wave of Hip-hop superstars and our guests put us on to some new music.

Welcome in & Remember, Nigeria Never Carries Last!

Intro Song: Rick Ross - Rich Forever (ft. John Legend)

Outro Song: Rick Ross - Diced Pineapples (ft. Wale & Drake)

Romara's Recommendation: Lucky Daye - Good & Plenty - Remix (Alex Isely, Masego & Jack Dine) (Song)

Marco's Recommendation: EARTHGANG - GHETTO GODS (Album)

Tomiwa's Recommendation: A2 (Artist)

Rahim's Recommendation: Benjiflow - The Thrill (Album)

Paul's Recommendation: Boldy James (Artist)

Socials:

Romara - IG: @_maraleevisuals @maraleex

Marco - IG: @mpalms9 Blog: marcopalmieri0311.wordpress.com/

Tomiwa - IG: @Tomiwaayeni

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"Power to the People, We're Back to do Maintenance..." - John Lucks (2014)

Welcome to Track 57 - The Price is Up! This week, we discuss what was a momentous week for the Two Stubborn Nigerians Podcast. We review, celebrate and critique the Super Bowl 56 Halftime Show & share what we think are the best story-telling songs in Hip-Hop.

Welcome In & Remember, Nigeria Never Carries Last!

Intro Song: Teyana Taylor - Never Would Have Made It

Outro Song: Tora-i - Call Your Name

Rahim's Recommendation: Muni Long - Time Machine

Paul's Recommendation: Silk Sonic - Love's Train

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"Power to the People, We're Back to do Maintenance..." - John Lucks (2014)

Welcome to Track 56 - "Retirement Home". This week we preview Paul popping the big question ahead of the Snoh Aalegra Concert. Discuss what does retirement look like for rappers in Hip-Hop; speak on some of the latest big singles releases and play a game of "Who Gets the Call?"

Welcome In & Remember, Nigeria Never Carries Last!

Intro Song: Vince Staples - Fire

Outro Song: Schoolboy Q - Gravy

Rahim's Recommendation: Eric IV - Paper Plans (Song)

Paul's Recommendation: Tai Verdes - LAst dAy oN EaRTH (Song)

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On February 13th 2022, we had the honour, the privilege to go see Snoh Aalegra Live at the O2 Ritz in Manchester in her first tour show in 2 years. It was a moment to say the least, and we had to head straight to the studio to recap it all for you guys.

Enjoy this bonus edition of The Two Stubborn Nigerians Podcast.

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"Power to the People, We're Back to do Maintenance..." -John Luck (2014)

Welcome to Track 55 - The Dawn. This week we share our thoughts on the lastest release by The Weeknd "DAWN FM". We also share our thoughts on the upcoming albums from Pusha T & Benny the Butcher. Whilst also discussing our excitement for the upcoming concerts of 50 Cent & Snoh Aalegra.

Welcome In & Remember, Nigeria Never Carries Last!

Intro Song: The Weeknd - House of Balloons/Glass Table Girls

Outro Song: JAY-Z - Imaginary Players

Rahim's Recommendation: Amber Mark - Three Dimensions Deep

Paul's Recommendation: Loyle Carner - Not Waving, But Drowning

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"Power to the People, We're Back to do Maintenance..."- John Lucks (2014)

Welcome to Track 54 - Mount Rushmore. This week we discuss what individual songs we would put on our hip-hop Mount Rushmore. Discuss the greatness of Cardi B& Meg the Stallion. And we round off with a game of "Yes or No".

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Outro Song: Eve - Let Me Blow Ya Mind (ft. Gwen Stefani)

Rahim's Recommendation: Fetty Wap - The Butterfly Effect (Album)

Paul's Recommendation: Che Noir - Food for Thought (Album)

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"Power to the People, We're Back to do Maintenance..." -John Lucks (2014)

Welcome to Track 53 - "Verzuz", our first podcast of 2022. We make our predictions and discuss what we're excited for in 2022. Share thoughts on some of December's releases and work out Lauryn Hill's Career Shooting Percentage.

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Intro Song: Erykah Badu - On & On

Outro Song: N.E.R.D - Lapdance

Rahim's Recommendation: BenjiFlow - My Bella (Ft. Oxlade)

Paul's Recommendation: Bairi - Ophiuchus

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Welcome to Track 52, the Second Annual Two Stubborn Nigerian Awards. Bigger and Better. We discuss our favourite: verses, songs, albums and artists of 2021 and crown winners for the following categories:

Songs of the Year Diverse Album of the Year R&B Album of the Year Rap Album of the Year Feature Artist of the Year Most Improved Artist of the Year R&B Artist of the Year Rap Artist of the Year MVP - Overall Artist of the Year

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Intro Song: Drake - Grammys (Ft. Future)

Outro Song: The Gap Band - Outstanding

Rahim's Recommendation(Feature Verse of the Year): J. Cole - Let. Go. My. Hand (Ft. Bas & 6LACK)

Paul's Recommendation(Feature Verse of the Year): Kanye West - Life of the Party (Ft. Andre 3000)

Time Stamps:

Our Feature Verses of the Year: (07:59 – 10:00) Diverse HipHop/R&B Song of the Year: (10:00 – 11:39) R&B Song of the year: (11:39 – 13:37) Hip-Hop/Rap Song of the Year: (13:37 – 16:24) Diverse HipHop/R&B Album of the Year: (16:24 – 20:40) R&B Album of the year: (20:40 – 26:00) Hip-Hop/Rap Album of the Year: (26:00 – 33:24) 6th Man/Woman of the Year: (33:24 – 42:01) Most Improved Artist of the Year: (42:01 – 47:45) Rookie of the Year: (47:45 – 51:26) R&B Artist of the Year: (47:45 – 01:00:12) Hip-Hop/Rap Artist of the Year: (01:00:12 – 01:09:33) 2021 2SN MVP: (01:09:33 – 01:26:36) Wrap Up: (01:26:36 – 01:38:18) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/two-stubborn-nigerians/message

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Welcome to Track 51 - "The Magic Age Mixtape". This week we take a look at our Spotify Wrapped results, review this years round of Grammy nominations & inspired by Hip-Hop & Other Things, we construct out Magic Age Mixtapes.

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Intro Song: Brent Faiyaz - Trust

Outro Song: The Anxiety, WILLOW, Tyler Cole - Meet Me at Our Spot

Rahim's Recommendation: Masego - Yamz (Ft. Devin Morrison)

Paul's Recommendation: WILLOW - lately I feel EVERYTHING

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Welcome to Track Virgil (50) An Evening with the Two Stubborn Nigerians. This week we review the long-awaited collaboration album by Bruno Mars & Anderson .Paak "An Evening with Silk Sonic". On top of this we pay of respects to the life of Young Dolph & discuss our journey with music.

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Intro Song:Internet Money - His & Hers (Ft. Don Toliver, Gunna & Lil Uzi Vert)

Outro Song: Kool & The Gang - Jungle Boogie

Rahim's Recommendation: Will Jordan - Sweet Dreams (Song)

Paul's Recommendation: Rick Ross - God Forgives, I Don't (Deluxe)(Album)

Time Stamps:

Our Journey with Music (Inspired by Marco Palmieri): (14:15 – 39:05) Shea Serrano Hip-Hop (And Other Things): (39:05 – 51:02) Silk Sonic Review: (51:02 – 01:15:48) R.I.P Young Dolph: (01:15:48 – 01:20:27) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/two-stubborn-nigerians/message

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Welcome to Track 49 - Hopeful. This week we discuss the upcoming album from Silk Sonic, share our thoughts on "Still Over It" by Summer Walker, celebrate JAY-Z and the other 2021 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Inductees & discuss who we believe is the best rapper without a classic album.

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Intro Song: Wizkid - Mood (ft. Buju)

Outro Song: JAY-Z - Smile (ft. Gloria Carter)

Rahim's Recommendation: Baby Keem - The Melodic Blue (Album)

Paul's Recommendation: Ginga Soul - On My Mind (EP)

Time Stamps:

Summer Walker, “Over It” discussion: (13:15 – 23:15) Hip-Hop (And Other Things) by Shea Serrano: (28:22 – 41:26) Tragedy at Astroworld: (41:26 – 54:14) Silk Sonic Quick Preview: (54:14 – 01:07:06) HOF Hov: (01:07:06 – 01:13:29) Best Rappers Without a Classic Album @hiphopnumbers: (01:19:57 – 01:35:54) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/two-stubborn-nigerians/message

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Welcome to a very special bonus edition of The Two Stubborn Nigerians Podcast, where we will be previewing the new, upcoming album from "Still Over It" by Summer Walker. Catch our thoughts towards this highly anticipated release and the her latest single "Ex For a Reason", and let us know how you're feeling about this album.

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Welcome to Track 48 - "Not Ready". This week we try out hand at constructing a Super Album for the Modern Great that is Trey Songz. Listen in to find out what makes the final 10.

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Intro Song: Central Cee - Day in the Life

Outro Song: Wretch 32 - DPMO

Rahim's Recommendation: Omah Lay - Bad Influence (Song)

Paul's Recommendation: Tinashe - 333 (Album)

Time Stamps:

Music Numbers: (15:44 – 18:20) Trey Songz Super Album: (22:59 – 54:27) Celebrating Flavor Flav: (54:27 -58:33) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/two-stubborn-nigerians/message

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Welcome to a very special bonus edition of The Two Stubborn Nigerians Podcast, where we will be reviewing the recent EP by Tems "If Orange Was a Place". Catch our thoughts and feelings on the new release and let us know whether you agree or not.

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"Power to the People, We're Back to do Maintenances" - John Lucks (2014)

Welcome to Track 47 - "Life of a Don". This week we are joined by a very special guest; Marco Palmieri who sits with us as we breakdown Don Toliver's Latest album "Life of a Don". Alongside this, we discuss our favourite beat changes in Music and we test Marco with some quickfire question.

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Intro Song: Travis Scott - CAN'T SAY (Ft. Don Toliver)

Outro Song: Westside Gunn - 99 Avirex (Ft. Stove God Cooks & AZ)

Rahim's Recommendation: Snoop Dogg - Ain't No Fun (If the Homies Can't Have None) (Ft. Nate Dogg, Warren G & Kurupt) (Song)

Paul's Recommendation: Lute - Gold Mouf (Album)

Marco's Recommendation: Conway the Machine - Piano Love (Song)

Time Stamps:

Welcoming Marco! Q&A: (6:30 – 34:47) Best beat switches in Music: (34:47 – 45:24) Don Toliver “Life of a DON” review: (45:24 – 01:35:31) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/two-stubborn-nigerians/message

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Welcome to Track 46 - "The Freestyle". This week we debate what the best album in Usher's discography is? Whether the art of freestyling is dead? Whether rapping and lyricism is viewed as a lesser art form than production? Make our predictions for the winners at this years BET Hip-Hop Awards & celebrate the recent successes of Black artists.

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Intro Song: Noname - Rainforest

Outro Song: Isaiah Rashad - Score (Ft. SZA & 6LACK)

Rahim's Recommendation: NAO - And Then Life Was Beautiful (Album)

Paul's Recommendation: James Fauntleroy - I Don't Wanna Be Alone (Song)

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Welcome in to Track 45 - "Anniversary". An extremely special episode for us as we celebrate 1 year of the Two Stubborn Nigerians Podcast. To celebrate, we take a trip down memory lane and reminisce on some of our best, and worst, moments from the past year. Additionally, we ask what makes a great rap performance, and Kekz explains why he thinks music is due for a huge shift.

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Intro Song: Tony! Toni! Tone! - Anniversary

Outro Song: Anderson .Paak - Celebrate

Rahim's Recommendation: Noah & J Jones - Calamari (Song)

Paul's Recommendation: reggie - I Don't Wanna Feel No More (Song)

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Welcome to Track 44 - "Rolling Stone". This week, we take a look and review the newly releasedRolling Stone 500 Greatest Songs of All-Time List. And be prepared we have A LOT of thoughts.

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Intro Song: J. Cole - Who Dat

Outro Song: Aretha Franklin - Respect

Rahim's Recommendation: Kriss Kross - Jump

Paul's Recommendation: Benny the Butcher - Fly With Me (Ft. Conway the Machine)

Time Stamps:

We celebrate being 1 week away from 1 year in the game: (05:20 – 15:51) We go over Rolling Stones top 100 songs of all time: (33:40 – 01:36:23) Talk on recent music stats: (01:36:23 – 01:42:14) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/two-stubborn-nigerians/message

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Welcome in to Track 43 - "Donda's Certified Lover Boy". You guessed it, this week we finally talk about the new releases from two of the biggest names in music; Kanye West's "Donda" & Drake's "Certified Lover Boy". You already know we had A LOT to say, so strap in and remember...

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Intro Song: Chaka Khan - I Feel For You

Outro Song: Kanye West - Moon (Ft. Don Toliver & Kid Cudi)

Rahim's Recommendation: Teelow & The JC4Me Collective - Body (Ft. Anike) (Song)

Paul's Recommendation: Freddie Gibbs - Vice Lord Poetry (Song)

Time Stamps:

"What's Beef?": Kanye & Drake's Relationship: (29:04 – 37:08) Kanye West “Donda” Review: (37:08 – 01:08:36) Drake “Certified Lover Boy” Review: (01:08:36 – 01:47:04) Sue me: R.I.P Michael K. Williams: (01:47:05 – 01:53:22) Sue me: Anita Baker got her Masters: (01:53:22 – 01:54:09) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/two-stubborn-nigerians/message

"Power to the People, We're Back to do Maintenance..." - John Lucks (2014)

Welcome to Track 42 - "Kings of the South". Our August Wrap up which sees us review some of Augusts biggest releases including; King's Disease II by Nas& Hit-Boy, Queen of the South by Shaybo & Hitler Wears Hermes 8: Sincerely Adolf by Westside Gunn. We also discuss the recent releases from Kanye West and Kendrick Lamar, forecast ahead to the release of Certified Lover Boy by Drake. And pay huge love and respect to both Aaliyah and De La Soul.

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Intro Song: Westside Gunn - Elizabeth

Outro Song: Nipsey Hussle - Succa Proof (Ft. Koshens & J. Black)

Rahim's Recommendation: Rod Wave - SoulFly (Album)

Paul's Recommendation: Bairi - Paraíso (Song)

Time Stamps:

Recap of Music over the last week:   (08:09 – 10:55) Discussing Bairi The Siren's New Single - Paraíso: (12:40 – 18:29) Expectations for Drake’s Certified Lover Boy: (18:29 – 29:03) Review of “Hitler Wears Hermes 8: Sincerely Adolf ”: (31:13 – 57:07) Review of “Queen of the South”: (57:07 – 01:17:30) Review of “Kings Disease II”: (01:17:30 – 01:39:55) Sue me – Aaliyah's Music on streaming platforms: (01:39:55 – 01:43:55) Sue me – De La Soul get their Masters back: (01:43:55 – 01:47:31) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/two-stubborn-nigerians/message

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Welcome to Track 41 - "Watching the Throne". August 8th of this year marked 10 years from the release of the monumental album "Watch the Throne" by JAY-Z and Kanye West, this week we look back on what makes this album so special and so timeless. At the same time we also speak on the biggest stories in Hip-hop this past week like Kendrick Lamar announcing his next album will be his last on TDE, as well as, Drake and Kanye's tiff.

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Intro Song: Wande Coal - Bumper to Bumper

Outro Song: En Vogue - Don't Let Go (Love)

Rahim's Recommendation: Bryson Tiller - Still Yours (Ft. Big Sean) (Song)

Paul's Recommendation: Mariah the Scientist - RY RY WORLD (Album)

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Welcome to Track 40 - Ray J's Sister. This week we try our hand at constructing a super album for the legend that is Brandy Norwood. We discuss whether Noah "40" Shebib is a top 10 producer all time. And highlight the recent successes of Jadakiss and Wizkid.

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Intro Song: Future, Drake & Metro Boomin' - Digital Dash

Outro Song: Kanye West - Father Stretch My Hand Pt.1

Rahim's Recommendation: Raheem DeVaughn - Mr. Midnight (Song)

Paul's Recommendation: Boldy James & The Alchemist - Bo Jackson (Album)

Time Stamps:

Is 40 a Top 10 producer?:  (02:14 – 16:25) Gatekeeping in the world of Afrobeats: (21:50 – 36:04) Constructing a Super Album - Brandy: (41:13 – 01:15:57) Sue me – Wizkid sells out the O2 & Jadakiss remains undefeated: (01:1557 – 01:25:37) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/two-stubborn-nigerians/message

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Welcome to Track 39 - "Just Vibes". Our July album wrap up, where we provide our thoughts on "Vince Staples" by Vince Staples; "TEMPORARY HIGHS IN THE VIOLET SKIES" by Snoh Aalegra & "We're All Alone in This Together" by Dave. Alongside this Paul also pays tribute to the GOAT & Rahim tells us the type of rapper he wishes he could be.

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Intro Song: Elephant Man - Pon De River Pon De Bank

Outro Song: Isaiah Rashad - Lay Wit Ya (Ft. Duke Deuce)

Rahim's Recommendation: Alpha P - Vibe With Me (Ft. PsychoYP) (Song)

Paul's Recommendation: Kilo Kish - Reflections in Real Time (Album)

Time Stamps:

Snoh Aalegra “TEMPORARY HIGHS IN THE VIOLET SKIES”: (26:40 – 49:40) Vince Staples “Vince Staples”: (49:40 – 01:08:00) Dave “We’re All Alone In This Together”: (01:08:00 - 01:36:58) Simone Biles: (01:36:58 – 01:45:43) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/two-stubborn-nigerians/message

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Welcome to Track 38 - "Just Vibes". This week we had a more general conversation about the music scene and random topics. However, like the true STUBBORN NIGERIANS we are, we delve into an interesting debate as to how we judge and rank rappers of today. Additionally, following the NIL NCAA decision Kekz salutes the young athletes who helped spark this change.

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Intro Song: The Diplomats - I Really Mean It (Ft. Cam'ron & Jim Jones)

Outro Song: The Game - Hate It or Love It (Ft. 50 Cent)

Rahim's Recommendation: H.E.R - Back of My Mind (Album)

Paul's Recommendation: th1rt3en & Pharoahe Monch - A Magnificent Day for an Exorcism (Album)

Time Stamps:

Favourite Hip-Hop Beefs: (26:20 - 30:32) Concerts We're Looking Forward to: (38:30 – 55:46) How Do We Rank Artist: (01:09:07 - 01:45:15) Sue Me: (01:45:15 – 01:49:49) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/two-stubborn-nigerians/message

"Power to the People, We're Back to do Maintenance..." - John Lucks (2014)

Welcome to Track 37 - "Jeopardy". This week we challenge each others knowledge of our favourite artists and play a game of Jeopardy to see who knows the most. We welcome in the summer, by highlighting our favourite summer anthems, discuss the racially-charged fall out to the Euro 2020 final. And shout out our amazing friend @Izzy.snapped and her great work.

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Intro Song: India.Arie - I Am Not My Hair

Outro Song: Solange - Don't Touch My Hair (ft. Sampha)

Rahim's Recommendation: Floetry - Floetic (Song)

Paul's Recommendation: Bairi - Free (Live)

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Welcome to Track 36 - "Call Me". Our review of the Month of June. This week we talk in-depth about "Culture III" by the Migos. "Planet Her" by Doja Cat; and "CALL ME IF YOU GET LOST" by Tyler, The Creator. Additionally, we also review this year's XXL Freshmen list, whilst also highlight what projects we're most looking forward to in the second half of 2021.

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Intro Song: Tyler, The Creator - EARFQUAKE

Outro Song: Doja Cat - Streets

Rahim's Recommendation: SZA - Good Days (Song)

Paul's Recommendation: Slum Village - J-88 (Album)

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Welcome to Track 35 - "Draft Day". This Week we become heads of record labels and each draft our ideal roster of rappers under 30. We also take trip down memory lane and talk about our favourite Kanye West produced songs. And in 'Sue Me' we highlight both the latest drop from Jugg & Revive (https://juggandrevive.com/), as well as the legendary career of Ms. Kelly Price.

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Intro Song: Akon - I Can't Wait

Outro Song: The Throne (JAY-Z & Kanye West) - Otis

Rahim's Recommendation: Emotional Oranges - The Juicebox (Album)

Paul's Recommendation: Skyzoo - All the Brilliant Things (Album)

Time Stamps:

Best Kanye West beats for non-Kanye songs: (23:04 – 38:12) Hip Hop Label Draft: (38:12 – 01:39:14) Support Black Business and Kelly Price Appreciation: (01:39:14 – 01:46:00) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/two-stubborn-nigerians/message

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Welcome to Track 34 - "Rich Forever". This week we focus on the career of Rick Ross. Discussing what makes him such a prominent figure in rap and why we both believe he is an underrated legend of the game. Alongside this, we also take a look back at the year thus far and reveal our favourite song and album of 2021. As well as highlighting Tennis Star Naomi Osaka's decision to sit out the French Open.

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Intro Song: Rick Ross - Free Enterprise (Ft. John Legend)

Outro Song: Meek Mill - Maybach Curtains (Ft. John Legend, Nas & Rick Ross)

Rahim's Recommendation: Pa Salieu - Glidin' (Ft. slowthai)

Paul's Recommendation: Isaiah Rashad - 200/Warning

Time Stamps:

Standouts so far in 2021: (16:45 – 23:39) Social Justice: (23:39 – 30:20) Rick Ross Career: (30:20 – 01:20:20) Support Black Business: (01:20:20 – 01:25:05) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/two-stubborn-nigerians/message

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Welcome to Track 33 - "The Flu Game". Our end of May review. This week we'll be talking about Jorja Smith's EP "Be Right Back", the eagerly-awaited "Financial Times" by Cam Thomasand "Pray for Haiti" by Mach-Hommy.

Alongside this we also reflect on one year since the murder of George Floyd. As well as highlight the work of In Ya Feelings: Cards for the Culture.
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Intro Song: Lil' Wayne - Comfortable (Ft. Babyface)

Outro Song: Melanie Fiona - This Time (Ft. J. Cole)

Rahim's Recommendation: Rod Wave - SoulFly (Album)

Paul's Recommendation: Mereba - AZEB (EP)

Time Stamps:

Memorable Artist Performances: (19:59 – 34:22) Social Justice: (34:22 – 39:58) Jorja Smith “Be Right Back”: (42:13 - 57:53) Cam Thomas “Financial Times”: (57:53 – 01:14:57) Mach-Hommy “Pray For Haiti”: (01:14:57 – 01:31:50) Support Black Business: (01:31:50 – 01:35:33) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/two-stubborn-nigerians/message

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Welcome to Track 32 - "The Off-Season". On this episode we discuss all things J. Cole; beginning with discussing our favourite Cole projects and wrapping by doing a deep dive into his most recent release "The Off-Season". Alongside this we once again have to shout out the amazing work of Marcus Rashford, as well as have an important discussion on the topic of privilege and perspective.

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Intro Song: J. Cole - Album of the Year - Freestyle

Outro Song: J. Cole - Immortal

Rahim's Recommendation: Morray - Street Sermons (Album)

Paul's Recommendation: Benny the Butcher & 38 Spesh - Trust the Sopranos (Album)

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"Power to the People, We're Back to do Maintenance..." John Lucks (2014)

Welcome in to Track 30. This week we take a trip down memory lane and call back to some of our favourite moments and recommendations from the previous 29 tracks. We discuss which highly anticipated releases in our life time lived up to expectations and which miserably disappointed. But for our 30th episode we dedicate the bulk of our time to finally doing a deep dive on the album we talk about the most; Miguel's "Kaleidoscope Dream".

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Intro Song: Beyoncé - Love on Top

Outro Song: Rihanna - Kiss it Better

Rahim's Recommendation: REASON - There You Have It (Album)

Paul's Recommendation: Ms. Lauryn Hill - MTV Unplugged No. 2.0 (Album)

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"Power to the People, We're Back to do Maintenance..." John Lucks (2014)

Welcome to Track 29 - April Showers. This week features our April wrap-up where we review some of the big releases from April, including BROCKHAMPTON's "ROAD RUNNER: NEW LIGHT, NEW MACHINE"; Conway the Machine "La Maquina" & Cordae's "Just Until..."

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Intro Song: Big Sean - Live this Life (Ft. The-Dream)

Outro Song: Miguel - All I Want is You (Ft. J. Cole)

Rahim's Recommendation: Akeem Ali (Artist)

Paul's Recommendation: Mac Miller - The Divine Feminine (Album)

Time stamps:

Get to Know us: (23:44 – 40:14) Social Justice: (40:14 – 50:37) Brockhampton “ROADRUNNER: New Light New Machine” review: (50:37 – 01:09:16) Conway The Machine “La Maquina” review: (01:09:16 – 01:26:31) Cordae “Just Until…” review: (01:26:31 – 01:45:31) Plaque for Jimi Olobunmi-Adewole: (01:45:31 – 01:51:19) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/two-stubborn-nigerians/message

"Power to the People, We're Back to do Maintenance..." John Lucks (2014)

Welcome to Track 28 - For Free. This week we will be shining a light on the legends of the UK Music scene and the people who have shaped our musical experiences here in the UK. We also weigh in on the Derek Chauvin Trial, and celebrate Black Excellence in Hollywood.

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Intro Song: Kano - T-Shirt Weather in the Manor

Outro Song: Wretch 32 - Tell Me (Ft. Kojo Funds & Jahlani)

Rahim's Recommendation: Jael - Half As Much (Album)

Paul's Recommendation: G R I Z - Cordon Bleu (Song)

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"Power to the People, We're Back to do Maintenance..." John Lucks (2014)

Welcome to Track 27 - "Still Your Best". Following the passing of the LEGENDARY Rapper DMX we pay our respects to his life and legacy shining a light on our favourite memories of the icon. In the spirit of giving people flowers, we play a game of 'still your best' which sees us debate our favourite artists best songs. And finally we celebrate the immense legacy of No Signal Radio's #NS10v10.

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Intro Song: DMX - Where the Hood At

Outro Song: DMX - What These B*tches Want

Rahim's Recommendation: Coi Leray - Now or Never (EP)

Paul's Recommendation: Isaiah Rashad (Artist) 

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"Power to the People We're Back to do Maintenance..." John Lucks (2014)

Welcome to Track 26 - April Madness. This week, in celebration of the NCAA Tournament & March Madness we each challenge the other to a best R&B Songs Bracket. At the same time we shine a light on an up and coming clothing brand "Jugg & Revive".

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Intro Song: YG - Why You Always Hatin' (Ft. Drake & Kamaiyah)

Outro Song: Bill Withers - Lovely Day

Rahim's Recommendation: Bill Withers - Lovely Day (Song)

Paul's Recommendation: Stove God Cooks - Reasonable Drought (Album)

Time stamps:

The Past Week: (11:30 - 15:15) Agenda: (15:16 - 22:27) Paul completes Rahim’s Bracket: (22:28 – 01:01:72) Rahim completes Paul’s Bracket: (01:01:73 – 01:37:65) Support Black Business: (01:37:66 – 01:40:80) Recommendations: (01:40:81) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/two-stubborn-nigerians/message

"Power to the People, We're Back to do Maintenance..." John Lucks (2014)

Welcome to Track 25 - "The Sequel", our March wrap up. On this episode we review "Scary Hours 2" by Drake, "Wild West" by Central Cee and "The Plugs I Met 2" by Benny the Butcher. We also shout out a phenomenal Black Woman and which projects we need on DSPs.

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Intro Song: Diddy - Come to Me (Ft. Nicole Scherzinger)

Outro Song: The Weeknd - Blinding Lights

Rahim's Recommendation: BUZZWORL FM - #FreeFrank Cypher (Song)

Paul's Recommendation: Vic Mensa - I Tape (Album)

Time Stamps:

Mixtapes that need to be on DSP’s: (08:09 – 23:49) Social Justice: (23:49 – 27:30) Drake “Scary Hours 2”: (28.19 – 46:03) Central Cee “Wild West”: (46:03 – 01:07:19) Benny The Butcher & Harry Fraud “The Plugs I Met 2”: (01:07:19 – 01:40:03) Supporting Black Excellence: (01:40:03 – 01:45:41) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/two-stubborn-nigerians/message

"Power to the People, We're Back to do Maintenance..." John Lucks (2014)

Welcome to Track 24 - "Underrated". This week we focus on the Songs, Albums and Artists which we feel are wholly underrated and deserve even more shine than they get already. We also go back and review the 2021 Grammy Award Winners. We also use our social justice segment to condemn the Anti-Asian Violence which has become a deplorable reality in our world.

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Intro Song: The Notorious B.I.G - Who Shot Ya?

Outro Song: Pharrell Williams - Gust of Wind.

Rahim's Recommendation: Giveon - When It's All Said And Done...Take Time (Album).

Paul's Recommendation: Joyce Wrice - Overgrown (Album).

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"Power to the People, We're Back to do Maintenance..." - John Lucks (2014)

Welcome to Track 23 - "Ladies Night". In honour of International Women's Month, this episode we celebrate the greatness and legacies of some of the most influential Black Women in Music History. Alongside this we also make our Grammy Predictions and highlight the work of Man Up Initiative an organisation which does critical work in changing the value systems of 21st Century Men, and focuses on redefining and shifting values.

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Intro Song: DMX - X Gon' Give It To Ya

Outro Song: Puff Daddy & The Family - All About the Benjamins (Remix)

Rahim's Recommendation: ELJAE - Drippin (Song)

Paul's Recommendation: Noname - Rainforest (Song)

Time Stamps:

Grammy Predictions: (16:04 – 43:05) Social Justice Issues: (43:12 – 58:56) Celebration of Female Icons in Music: (58:56 – 01:53:34) Supporting Black Organisations - @ManUpInitiative: (01:53:34 – 01:56:42) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/two-stubborn-nigerians/message

"Power to the People, We're Back to do Maintenance..." John Lucks (2014)

Welcome to Track 22 - "A Recorded Testimony". Today we're joined by an extremely special guest, our close friend Mr. Daniel Oderinde(Founder of Ouderinde by Oderinde & Wisdom & Knowledge). Daniel joins us to discuss a very special album "A Written Testimony" by Jay Electronica, on the one year anniversary of this albums release.

As per usual, we shine a light on some of the pressing human rights issues facing the world today. And we also promote the work of The African Women's Collective and all they are doing for the good of the Motherland.

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Intro Song: Eve - Let Me Blow Ya Mind (Ft. Gwen Stefani)

Outro Song: Big Sean - Control (Ft. Kendrick Lamar & Jay Electronica)

Rahim's Recommendation: Xavier Omar - If This Is Love (Song)

Paul's Recommendation: PRhyme (Royce Da 5'9 & DJ Premier) - PRhyme:Deluxe Edition (Album)

Daniel's Recommendation: Sam Cooke - Chain Gang (Song)

Time stamps:

- Get to know us: (11:00 – 37:11)

- Social justice issues: (37:11 – 46:40)

- Review of Jay Electronica’s “A written Testimony”: (48:24 – 02:01:07)

- Supporting Black Excellence: (02:01:07 – 02:08:16)

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"Power to the People, We're Back to do Maintenance..." John Lucks (2014)

Welcome to Track 21 - "Agree to Disagree". Where we review some of the big albums released within the month of February. We take a look at Lucky Daye's "Table for Two", "The Judas & The Black Messiah Movie Soundtrack", "PINK PLANET" by Pink Sweat$ & "Conflict of Interest" by the Legend that is Ghetts. We also get into a discussion on what makes a great deluxe project & shine a light on the work of @tabeaute_ltd, a black owned business that sells luxury mink eye lashes and wig storage bags! www.tabeaute.co.uk

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Intro Song: Mint Condition - Breaking my Heart (Pretty Brown Eyes)

Outro Song: Mase - Feels So Good

Rahim's Recommendation: Jvck James - No Drama (Song)

Paul's Recommendation: Labi Siffre - Crying, Laughing, Loving, Lying (Album)

Time stamps:

What Makes a Great Deluxe Album: (09:17 - 21:30) Lucky Day "Table for Two": (21:30 - 41:00) "The Judas & The Black Messiah Movie Soundtrack": (41:00 - 01:06:34) Pink Sweat$ "Pink Planet": (01:06:34 - 01:24:08) Ghetts "Conflict of interest": (01:24:08 - 01:44:33) Support Black Business: (01:44:33 - 01:47:01) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/two-stubborn-nigerians/message

"Power to the People We're Back to do Maintenance..."John Lucks (2014)

Welcome to Track 20 of the Two Stubborn Nigerians Podcast - "The College Graduates". On this episode we take a trip down memory lane and pick out some of our favourite live performances. We shout out Miss Armani Caesar & her recent successes. Pay tribute to Fela Kuti and the other legendary Black nominees for the 2021 Class of Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Inductees. But mainly, we dive deep into one of the greatest & most influential albums of all time: "The College Dropout" by Kanye West.

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Intro: Pop Smoke - GATTI (Ft. JACKBOYS & Travis Scott)

Outro: Pop Smoke - The Woo (Ft. 50 Cent & Roddy Rich)

Rahim's Weekly Recommendation: Morray - Kingdom (Song)

Paul's Weekly Recommendation: Pink Sweat$ - PINK PLANET (Album)

Time stamps:

What did Armani Caesar do this week: (12:07 – 17:52) Get to know us: (17:52 – 36:21) The College Dropout: (36:21 – 01:38:06) Rock n Roll HOF Nominations: (01:38:06– 01:47:02) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/two-stubborn-nigerians/message

"Power to the People, We're Back to do Maintenance..." John Lucks (2014)

Track 19 - "Love Is..." (11:36 - 01:41:19) is a Valentine's Day Special. This Episode sees the Two Stubborn Nigerians pick the best songs which represent different stages of love and relationships. Alongside this we shine a light on Black Excellence being displayed behind the lens (01:41:20 - 01:45:40). And of course, we provide some Valentines themed weekly recommendations.

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Intro: D'Banj - Fall in Love 

Outro: Aaliyah - I Don't Wanna

Rahim's Recommendation: Shai - If I Ever Fall In Love (Song)

Paul's Recommendation: Free Nationals - Free Nationals (Album)

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"Power to the People, We're Back to do Maintenance..." John Lucks (2014) Track 18 - 

"Pick Up Your Feelings" sees the Two Stubborn Nigerians: pick out their favourite songs from some of their favourite albums, review Jazmine Sullivan's EP "Heaux Tales"; and "Conflicted" the Official Soundtrack by Griselda & BSF.

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Intro: Burna Boy - Secret (Ft. Jeremih & Serani)

Outro: BROCKHAMPTON - SUGAR

Rahim's Weekly Recommendation: Jael - Catching Feels (Song)

Paul's Weekly Recommendation: Mike Wolf - Flow Stupid (Song)

Time stamps:

Get to know us: (07:59 – 40:10) Farmers in India: (40:10  – 46:26) Jazmine Sullivan “Heaux Tales”: (47:04 – 01:18:00) Griselda & BSF “Conflicted”: (01:18:00– 01:42:56) BLM Nobel peace award nomination: (01:42:56– 01:50:13) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/two-stubborn-nigerians/message

"Power to the People, We're Back to do Maintenance..." John Lucks (2014)

Track 17 - "Where I'm From" sees the Two Stubborn Nigerians shine a light on Milton Keynes and the music & artists being birthed out of this city which the Stubborn Nigerians call home. Paying particular attention to the work of four amazing artists coming out of the city.

Get to know us: (08:30 – 25:15) Pronounce my name CORRECTLY! : (25:15  – 34:23) Up and coming MK artists: (35:02 – 01:33:50)
- MAJESTIIC “Real Life is Peak”: (49:24 – 57:08)
- Cam Thomas “Five”: (57:08 – 01:11:10)
- Emile Kartel “Untitled Rage”: (01:11:10 – 01:23:09)
- Stony “3 Headed Doberman”: (01:23:09 – 01:29:44) What did Armani Caesar do this week: (01:33:52 – 01:41:37) RIP Kobe and Gianna. Gone but never forgotten: (01:41:37 -01:49:10)

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Intro Song: Mercston - No Banter (Ft. Wretch 32)

Outro Song: Kano - Class of Deja (Ft. D Double E & Ghetts)

Rahim's Weekly Recommendation: Jay Rock - 90059 (Album)

Paul's Weekly Recommendation: Alycia Bella - Muse (Album)

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"Power to the People, We're Back to do Maintenance..." John Lucks (2014)

Track 16 - "Change the Forecast" sees the Two Stubborn Nigerians look forward into 2021 and share who they're most excited for and forecast the real movers and shakers in the music industry. Kekz also sets Podcast P a challenge ranking some LEGENDARY R&B Albums.

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Intro Song: Janet Jackson - All for You

Outro Song: Mariah Carey - It's Like That

Weekly Recommendations:

Rahim: SOLOHUNNA - Frozen Lean (Song)

Paul: Sy Ari Da Kid (Artist)

Time Stamps:

Get to Know Us: (06:17 – 20:14) The vilification of Black Music Culture: (25:10 – 39:27) 2021 Music Predictions: (39:27 – 01:49:09) Celebration of Marcus Rashford (01:55:20 -02:03:40) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/two-stubborn-nigerians/message