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Part 1 of 2 of Block 2 Block Series-Miami: Episode 50 is here baby! We kicked off our 7 city hip-hop tour in M.I.A., and talked about Miamis hip-hop transition. From the Miami bass music of the 80s, all the way to todays new Miami sound, we covered it all. We also got a chance to holla at one half of Miamis hottest production team, Cool from Cool N Dre. He touched on what goes into making a hot track, and some of their newest business moves. The music in Episode #50 is fire, and features artists strictly from the Metro Miami area. This show is so big we had to break it up into two pieces, but take the time to download both of them and enjoy M.I.A.

This week Major went for dolo, without JMack or Phro, but he still kept it poppin. Major covered recent hip-hop news such as Interscope bullying hip-hop blogs, and the Remy Ma shooting incident. This episode also features an exclusive interview with Reggae/Dancehall newcomer Collie Buddz. JMack and Major went back and forth with him about his debut album and some of the struggles of coming up in the Caribbeean music scene. The music this week is off the meter as always, so sit back and enjoy the show.

Were back at it this week after having some scheduling issues for the last couple weeks. We kicked things off with our new Hoodhype intro provided to us by the homie Ques. We talked about XXL Magazines piece about the pluses/minuses of indie labels vs. the majors. JMack took some time to break down some tips for indie artists that are out there grinding. The trailer for American Gangster which stars Denzel Washington and Russell Crowe, also made its way into our conversation. We caught up with the winners from Episodes 45 and 46, Cashmere aka Black Ross and K-Beta to see what projects theyre working on. We also had a little fun going through a list of hit it or skip it scenarios involving various female celebrities; you wont believe some of the answers. The music in this show featured some of the hottest production that weve played, and the MCs were on point as always. Check it out, and be sure to subscribe to us in iTunes if you havent already.

Sorry for the delay on getting this show out, but its finally here. JMack, Phro and myself got together before the Floyd Mayweather vs. Oscar De La Hoya mega-fight to put down another wild show. The Patron was flowing, and the mouths were running. We were joined in the studio by Mayday and SINcere of Mid Mobb Section. As usual we shot the shit about hip-hop, and spoke on the hip-hop version of myspace, GoldMic.com. We hit up Khaos from Yung Onyx, to get his prediction on who would win the fight. As you all know, the Pretty Boy went on to defeat Oscar by split-decision, so look for us to catch up with Arben from boxingtribune.com in the next episode so we can rub it in a little.

JMack and I were at it again, and this episode was "out of control"! This week we were joined in the studio by a special guest host, my homie Snoop-E from Lansings own Mid Mobb Section. We took another look at the medias attack on hip-hop, but instead of us rehashing our opinions we got a chance to holla at Duck Down Records Sean Price and get his take on the situation. After chopping it up with P, we switched gears to the boxing world and the upcoming mega-fight between Floyd Mayweather and Oscar De La Hoya. We got some top notch analysis on how De La Hoya may be able to pull off the upset from boxingtribune.coms Arben Paloka, while Snoop-E threw out some knowledge on why Pretty Boy Floyd should come out on top. As if that wasnt enough, we got a chance to catch up with Ques who won the vote for Episode 44. And for the icing on the cake we caught up with Hoodhype.com blog writer Tarah and had a good ol fashioned Democrat vs. Republican debate. This episode is the longest show weve ever recorded, but its full of real talk and fire music, 7 songs to be exact, so check it out!

We had so much to talk about this show we couldnt even get to it all. The Imus controversy and its impact on the hip-hop world was front and center in our discussion. We caught up with HipHopDirectory.com founder James to get his take on censorship, and how the controversy over Imus may impact Hip-Hops radio play. On the lighter side, JMack and I talked about the Sopranos season premire, and 3-6 Mafias MTV reality show Adventures in Hollywood. We also chopped it up about Hoodhypes Youtube channel being ranked #61 on the rankings, and Esther Baxters defeat of Vida Guerra in Round 2 of the Battle of the Hip-Hop Models. Featured artists included Reef Hustle outta Bronx, NY, Cashmere aka Black Ross from Philly, PA, Bigg Jigg from Grand Rapids, MI Semo comin from Cape Girardeau, MD and Link reppin Raleigh, NC.

Recording an episode shouldnt be this much damn fun, but JMack, Phro, and I had a ball putting this one down! The three of us tossed back some beers and kicked it on a number of topics. We covered everything from hip-hops latest releases to the wackest haircut weve ever gotten. Ep 44 also features an exclusive interview with MC Serch, where he discussed his involvement with VH-1s "The White Rapper Show" and gave us his thoughts on some of the problems with the industry. We also chopped it up with Khaos, a member of Yung Onyx, winners from episode #42. Dont forget the CD Giveaway! We will be giving away two copies of Devin the Dudes new album "Waiting to Inhale", but you gotta call the hypeline and drop your biggest tokes on the phone! We will announce the winners in episode 45! Call (313) 406-7577, but listen to Episode 44 for details! We cant forget about the music, which top to bottom had some of the hardest tracks weve played yet. Episode 44 features tracks from the following artists: Fiction ft. B.C from Minneapolis, MN, Disgruntled Negro out of Texarkana, TX, T-Down comin outta Indianapolis, IN, Dutty Devioso ft. Jayroc from Baton Rouge, LA and back for the THIRD time, Ques coming from Bronx, NY.

This week JMack and I tackled the issue of "real" music versus watered down material. We touched on how difficult it is to make creative, gritty music that will still please major label AandRs. Also, we spoke to LB, the highest vote getter from Episode #41, about what hes got planned next, and how he made the connection with East Coast legend AZ. We also talked about other Hip-Hop podcasts doing their thing, the controversial "Hood Stomp" video, NCAA hoops, our differnces in opinion on Tiffany Patterson aka New York, and more. Episode #43 also features five bangers from: Mullyman from Baltimore, MD, Ron G outta Atlanta, GA, Akil, Oakland, CA, Butta, Baltimore, MD, D.One, AZ, Irvine, CA

After all the hate and venom expressed in Episode 41, JMack, Phro and myself decided to kick back and express a little racial U.N.I.T.Y this episode. Listen in as we dig into JMacks mind a little bit, to find out how he first became a hip-hop fan, and we also discuss his dislike for certain white folks. The beef between Timbaland and Scott Storch was brought up, as well as CNNs negative story on the hip-hop industry. We took the time to catch up with The Academy, winners of Episode 40, and talk to them about their future projects. Of course the music in Episode 42 is on point as usual featuring tracks from Loose Cannons from Pottsville, PA, Hollywood Kill out of Hollywood, CA, Yung Onyx and Fredro Star coming from Queens, NY Prince Genisiz and Peter Lake from Chicago, IL

Man weve been out for a long ass time. But we are making it up to yall with a one and a half our show, so try to ride out the big ass download! An EXCLUSIVE with Sean Price! Currrtissss!! Yeah we talked about it, among MANY other things. And if anyone has a pen and paper nearby, write down how many times JMack swears in this episode, we would really like to know. Also, cant forget four more bangers for yall. LB featuring AZ, Mikado from Indianapolis, IN, Mr. Grand returns from Atlanta for another shot on the show, KayeJeye returns from ATL as well, and some more fire from Rebel from NYC!

Talk on the DJ Drama and Don Cannon raid, J.Lo, females and of course four hot ones for yall. Ginger Jackson an RnB singer from LA, Loot from New York City, a return visit from The Academy from Mt. Vernon, NY, and BrookCentral from Watts, CA. Check it out and see why HoodHype is THE spot for the BEST underground hip-hop and RnB.

2006 wrap up! Just kidding, we aint gonna waste your time with the same sh-t everyone else is talkin. Major and JMack speak on more Vida bringin Phro in for a quick phone call as well as our boy James for HipHopDirectory.com on the phone! Dont forget to check out five HOT bangers this week from St. John from Sacramento, CA, Eddie Kane from Raleigh, NC, 800 The Jewell ft. Tre Scoops and Mississippi Mac from Denver CO, Young Chilla outta Baton Rouge, LA and Eric Morrow from Russellville, KY! Stand up!

Four hot new bangers straight off the street, featuring artists Ques from Brox,NYC, Yung Onyx from Queens NYC, Peezee outta Lewisville, TX, Causez Company from Sacramento, CA, and Thadd Williams from Hampton, VA. JMack Quizzes Major on some sports trivia, talk on the Hip Hop is Dead debate, fine ass females and more.

Major and JMack were diggin deep into their racist pasts this episode. Talkin about HBOs the Wire, the latest on the Michael Richards incident, Raekwon dissin Jay-Z and more! Featuring music from Ghazi out of the Bay Area, Honey Brown from Atlanta, GA, Philthy from Lansing, MI, Sacrifice from Los Angeles, CA and Wing from Compton, CA.

What up iTunes listeners?! Make sure you hit up HoodHype.com for the latest fire! Theres alot youre still missing! EXCLUSIVE one on one with Shady Records own Obie Trice! Lots of talk on the OSU vs UofM game, garbage music and alot more! Check out hot new music this week from Chevy from Tallahassee, FL, a return visit from IGT from Roosevelt, NY, Jugernaut from Lansing, MI and Groun-Hog outta Atlanta, GA. Its a hot ass show this week so dont miss it!