The Circle Podcast

E and L discuss the albums, status and standings of J.Cole, Kendrick and Drake pre "Like That" (March 2024). Also we discuss the lack of new emerging superstar rappers in mainstream Hip-Hop #hiphop #trending #jcole #drake #kendricklamar

E and L have a candid and honest conversation about Drake's recently released 3 albums (Iceman, Maid Of Honor and Habibti)

L & E breakdown one of Hip-Hop classic songs from a classic album. 

*Boldy James was also apart of our list.  He's arguably the #1 MC of the 2020's thus far!*
E and L discuss a few artists that could have been on Complex's recent 100 Hottest Artist List.

There are a lot of great producers. E and L discuss some of their favorites at "The Moment"

E and L discuss releases from the first quarter in rap 2026 and a few tangents about producers, mc bravado and ghostwriting.

L & E discuss the 2016 year in Hip-Hop for the finale of the 6-series. 

In part 2 of the 6 series, E and L discuss some of the biggest albums, singles and artists from the year 2006.

E and L discuss the most significant Hip Hop artists and releases in 1996

E and L discuss their views and opinions about J.Cole's new album "The Fall Off"

E and L discuss 2026 Grammy's, the recent Verzuz and Jay Z & Pusha T being recklessly associated with Epstein.

E and L discuss J.Cole's Birthday Blizzard tape, Roc Marciano's new album "656" and Ye's recent apology and Nicki Minaj's politics

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A quick review of Asap Rocky's "Don't Be Dumb" album and a conversation about Schoolboy Q's "Blue Lips" and Pink Siifu's "Black Antique" album.  Also, a word about the Common and Jadakiss online chatter and finally a discussion about J.Cole and his up and coming "Fall - Off" album.
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Happy New Year!!! This week E and L discuss the greatness of 2017's No Dope On Sundays by Cyhi The Prynce #hiphop #podcast 

In this video, The Circle Podcast's host E and L discuss their favorite music, artists, songs and albums of 2025 #bestalbum #bestsongs #bestartists #bestproducers #hiphop

On this episode of The Circle podcast, we discuss album releases from October to December and review The new album by Nas and DJ Premier "Light Years".

A conversation about rumors, allegations, cases and convictions in Hip Hop and how artists and fans should deal with them.  And lastly, a quick and well deserved salute to some of Detroit Rap Heavy Hitters in 2025

Taking a deep dive into one of thee greatest emcees of all time. Also, comparing some rap grammy nominees.

Revisiting the legendary emcee 1st and 3rd album.

Showing love and appreciation to the 1998 classic.

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Review for the 100

A deep dive in the importance of intros on albums and some of our favorites of all time.

Deep dive into Freddie Gibbs collab projects with Alchemist and Madlib.

Reviewing the first half (2020-2024) of the decade, and the personal favorite albums for each year.

Album review

A look into 2nd quarter album releases in Hip-Hop.

Self explanatory 

In this episode, we discuss the aftermath of Joey Badass vs TDE. We also show love to the women in Hip-Hop and contemplate what can the women do to elevate within the culture.

A quick review of Little Simz album "Lotus". A brief discussion on JPEGMAFIA's Billboard interview and a conversation of what makes an album classic.

A conversation about the early parts of the rollout for the new Clipse album, in particular the GQ interview and Billboard interview (Industry politics)  And a conversation about a few MC's who never dropped albums on a major platform or label, but we wished they did...and hope they will.