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The God MC taps in for a no-holds-barred conversation that spans his legendary career and lasting impact on hip-hop. Rakim breaks down his writing process, how he approaches working with producers, and what it means to be an artist of a certain era while remaining as relevant as ever today. He also talks about collaborating with fellow legends like DJ Premier and Dr. Dre, staying creative decades into his career, and what life looks like for him when he’s not in the studio. Nothing is off limits in this very Juan EP sit-down with one of the greatest to ever touch a mic. Follow The Show: Patreon Discord Youtube Instagram X(Twitter) Follow Cipha Sounds: Instagram X(Twitter) TikTok Follow Rosenberg: Instagram X(Twitter) TIkTok This podcast is sponsored by Monster Energy and Monster Music.Follow The Show: Patreon Discord Youtube Instagram X(Twitter) Follow Cipha Sounds: Instagram X(Twitter) TikTok Follow Rosenberg: Instagram X(Twitter) TIkTok This podcast is sponsored by Monster Energy and Monster Music. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Look, it wouldn’t be a Juan Ep episode if something didn’t go wrong and we didn’t just keep it moving. Technical difficulties aside, we think this Erick Sermon interview turned into a really fun, classic Juan Ep conversation. And yes, we know it’s time to get back to more in-studio, in-person interviews. That’s coming very soon, we promise. Enjoy this one with the Green-Eyed Bandit! Follow The Show: Patreon Discord Youtube Instagram X(Twitter) Follow Cipha Sounds: Instagram X(Twitter) TikTok Follow Rosenberg: Instagram X(Twitter) TIkTok This podcast is sponsored by Monster Energy and Monster Music.Follow The Show: Patreon Discord Youtube Instagram X(Twitter) Follow Cipha Sounds: Instagram X(Twitter) TikTok Follow Rosenberg: Instagram X(Twitter) TIkTok This podcast is sponsored by Monster Energy and Monster Music. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

De La Soul join Cipha Sounds and Peter Rosenberg to reflect on the loss of Trugoy, how they’re moving forward without their brother, and the impact his absence has had on the group. They also break down the creative process behind their new album “Cabin in the Sky,” how the Nas feature came together, and which project they consider their most complete body of work. Follow The Show: Patreon Discord Youtube Instagram X(Twitter) Follow Cipha Sounds: Instagram X(Twitter) TikTok Follow Rosenberg: Instagram X(Twitter) TIkTok This podcast is sponsored by Monster Energy and Monster Music. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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After a long-ish hiatus filled with world travels and fancy watches, Rosenberg and Cipha Sounds are back and no disrespect, but the time off was necessary. They’re coming out the gate with a certified banger as the legendary Showbiz joins the show to talk about the upcoming posthumous Big L album and reflect on the legacy of L Corleone. Herb McGruff taps in to talk some Children of the Corn history and some other real street shit. Follow The Show: Patreon Discord Youtube Instagram X(Twitter) Follow Cipha Sounds: Instagram X(Twitter) TikTok Follow Rosenberg: Instagram X(Twitter) TIkTok This podcast is sponsored by Monster Energy and Monster Music. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

JID stopped by the Real Late studio to talk about his new album "God Does Like Ugly", how his life has changed, the music that he's listening to, the process of "Surround Sound" becoming a viral hit, working with and spending time with Mac Miller, avoiding "white people business" (lol) and much more! Follow The Show: Patreon Discord Youtube Instagram X(Twitter) Follow Cipha Sounds: Instagram X(Twitter) TikTok Follow Rosenberg: Instagram X(Twitter) TIkTok This podcast is sponsored by Monster Energy and Monster Music. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Cipha Sounds and Rosenberg dive into the week’s big Hot 97 shake-up. Funkmaster Flex announced a shift to a new time slot, while DJ Enuff has officially departed the station. They discuss whether Flex had anything to do with Enuff’s exit, as Cipha offers a unique insider’s perspective on how Funk Flex conducts business, dropping knowledge on the hows and whys behind his approach. Follow The Show: Patreon Discord Youtube Instagram X(Twitter) Follow Cipha Sounds: Instagram X(Twitter) TikTok Follow Rosenberg: Instagram X(Twitter) TIkTok This podcast is sponsored by Monster Energy and Monster Music. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With Rosenberg in Paris, Cipha Sounds wasn’t about to do a full episode with Billy June so he made some calls. Felicia “Snoop” Pearson from The Wire and comedian Tre Tutson tap in they break down the cultural impact of The Wire and what advice Billy June would need to survive the rough streets of Baltimore. Then things take a turn as Tre Tutson completely fails Cipha Sounds’ Wu-Tang Clan test. Follow The Show: Patreon Discord Youtube Instagram X(Twitter) Follow Cipha Sounds: Instagram X(Twitter) TikTok Follow Rosenberg: Instagram X(Twitter) TIkTok This podcast is sponsored by Monster Energy and Monster Music. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Due to some unexpected technical difficulties, our interview with Juvenile was cut short, but trust us, the first 30 minutes are pure gold. He drops gem after gem, sharing rare pre 400 Degreez stories. After that… you’re stuck with Billy June to close things out. We’re sorry about that. Follow The Show: Patreon Discord Youtube Instagram X(Twitter) Follow Cipha Sounds: Instagram X(Twitter) TikTok Follow Rosenberg: Instagram X(Twitter) TIkTok This podcast is sponsored by Monster Energy and Monster Music. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Peter details a recent leg injury and the harsh realization that he's not as young as he used to be, while Cipha finally listens to Freddie Gibbs for the first time and shares his unfiltered thoughts. They break down Cardi B’s guest hosting spot at SummerSlam, and Peter dives into the exchange between Charlamagne Tha God and Donald Trump. Follow The Show: Patreon Discord Youtube Instagram X(Twitter) Follow Cipha Sounds: Instagram X(Twitter) TikTok Follow Rosenberg: Instagram X(Twitter) TIkTok This podcast is sponsored by Monster Energy and Monster Music. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.