Regulators…MOUNT UP! Get ready for One Song history to be made. On this episode, Grammy-nominated rapper, producer, DJ, and masterful storyteller Warren G joins Diallo and LUXXURY to break down his 1994 G-funk classic hit, “Regulate.” Warren shares stories about learning to produce music while growing up in Long Beach, meticulously crafting beats and selecti ... Show More
Yesterday
Beyoncé feat. Jay-Z's "Crazy In Love"
How did “Crazy in Love” announce Beyoncé’s arrival as a solo superstar? Diallo Riddle and LUXXURY dig into this career-defining moment, breaking down the iconic Chi-Lites horn sample, Beyoncé’s commanding vocal performance, and an early demo from producer Rich Harrison that revea ... Show More
58m 22s
Feb 5
The White Stripes' "Seven Nation Army"
How does a song with no bass and no chorus become a global anthem with the most recognizable riff of the 21st century? Diallo Riddle and LUXXURY break down The White Stripes’ “Seven Nation Army,” exploring the cultural moment, the iconic bass-that-isn’t-a-bass riff, and the analo ... Show More
1h 2m
Jan 29
Fugees' "Ready or Not" w/ Wyclef Jean
What song connects 1960s soul, Irish new age, and ’90s hip-hop? Diallo Riddle and LUXXURY go deep on Fugees’ classic “Ready or Not” with special guest Wyclef Jean. Together, they deconstruct the track’s haunting beat, uncover its surprisingly sourced bassline, and unpack the laye ... Show More
1h 11m
Jul 2025
#Throwback Episode - w/ Snoop Dogg | (Ep. 23 & 26)
N.O.R.E. & DJ EFN are the Drink Champs and we're taking it back to some of the most legendary moments in Drink Champs history Classic interviews, unforgettable stories, and iconic guests who shaped the culture.In this classic throwback episode of Drink Champs, N.O.R.E. and DJ EFN ... Show More
2h 23m
Jun 2025
#Throwback Episode - w/ Maino & Uncle Murda | (Ep. 19)
N.O.R.E. & DJ EFN are the Drink Champs and we're taking it back to some of the most legendary moments in Drink Champs history Classic interviews, unforgettable stories, and iconic guests who shaped the culture.In this classic throwback episode of Drink Champs, N.O.R.E. and DJ EFN ... Show More
1h 51m
Dec 2024
#Throwback Episode - w/ Ice-T | (Ep.70 )
N.O.R.E. & DJ EFN are the Drink Champs. In this classic throwback episode we chop it up with the legendary, Ice-T! In this explosive Drink Champs episode, Ice-T, the O.G. of gangster rap and the mastermind behind Body Count, joins us for a deep dive into the game. From his grind ... Show More
2h 39m
Dec 2024
#Throwback Episode - w/ Gillie Da Kid & Shaggy (Ep. 49)
N.O.R.E. & DJ EFN are the Drink Champs. In this throwback episode, we take it back to our conversation with Shaggy and Gillie Da Kid! Shaggy and Gillie pull up and drop gems! Gillie keeps it real, sharing his grind from Philly streets to becoming a rap OG, spitting game about put ... Show More
2h 6m
Jan 2017
Ben Westhhoff, “Original Gangtas: The Untold Story of Dr. Dre, Eazy-E, Ice Cube, Tupac Shakur, and the Birth of West Coast Rap” (Hachette, 2016)
The real story behind the origin of gangsta rap is difficult to discern. Between the bombastic rhetoric and imagery, the larger-than-life characters, and the subsequent success of many of the individuals, it is hard to know exactly what to believe.
Ben Westhoff’s new book, Origi ... Show More
46m 28s
Jul 2025
#Throwback Episode - w/ Tru Life | (Ep. 29)
N.O.R.E. & DJ EFN are the Drink Champs and we're taking it back to some of the most legendary moments in Drink Champs history Classic interviews, unforgettable stories, and iconic guests who shaped the culture. In this classic throwback episode of Drink Champs, N.O.R.E. and DJ EF ... Show More
1h 35m
Dec 2024
#Throwback Episode - w/ DMX | (Ep. 3)
N.O.R.E. & DJ EFN are the Drink Champs. In this classic throwback episode we chop it up with the iconic, DMX! In this epic Drink Champs episode, the legendary DMX steps into the booth, bringing raw energy, real talk, and unfiltered conversations. X dives into untold stories, life ... Show More
59m 29s