E003: "Grammys & One Producer Albums" - Why 2021 Grammy nominations got it right and the beauty of one producer projects.

Once Upon A Rhyme: Life Lessons Through Hip-Hop

"Once Upon A Rhyme

There was a rapper named Nas

He was a legendary poet with no lyrical flaws

He said Hip-Hop was dead, then tried to seduce her

Let's talk about his hit album with a single producer"

On this episode, Klasikhz and Raj explore some of their favorite albums crafted by a single producer and a single rapper, including R.A.P. Music, Alfredo, 4:44, Daytona, and several others. Also discussed is the Grammy’s shift in focus away from the traditionally mainstream acts, to more of an underground feel and how much value their awards have in today’s landscape.

(0:00) Nursery Rhyme

(00:59) - Differences between producers and beat makers

(05:16) - What makes one producer / one artist albums so special

(08:50) - Klasikhz and Raj share their favorite albums by one producer / one artist

(32:34) - Significance (if any) of validation by the Grammy’s in Hip-Hop

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Raj is a writer, photographer, and Bay Area resident. Follow him on Instagram at @RajHasACamera.

Klasikhz is a world renowned DJ, remixer, and producer. Follow him on Instagram at @Klasikhz.