Record Report Podcast

05/10/2025

The internet EXPLODED over Pitchfork's Top 100 Hip-Hop Albums list - and we're here to settle the debate!
What we're discussing:
✨ Where should "Doggystyle" REALLY rank?
✨ Why Southern hip-hop keeps getting disrespected
✨ How Kanye's "Yeezus" shaped modern rage rap
✨ The glaring omissions (looking at you, "The Infamous")
✨ Young Thug's return & what it means for hip-hop
✨ Are these lists pure rage bait or legitimate criticism?
From Jay-Z's legacy to the streaming era's impact on album quality, we're covering ALL the controversies that have hip-hop Twitter in shambles.
Real talk: These ranking lists always miss the mark on regional representation and cultural impact. We're calling it out! 💯
Drop your take: What album got snubbed the hardest? Which placement made you rage quit the internet? Tell us below! 👇
🎧 Listen now: 🎵 Spotify 🍎 Apple Podcasts 🌐 https://www.therecordreport.com/

Podcast · The Record Report · Remember that feeling when you heard you favorite song for first time? What about when your favorite artist released something and you couldn't wait to talk with your friends about whether or not it was better than the last? That's The Record Report. Each episode is a...

05/10/2025

New Episode! "Pitchfork's Top 100 Hip-Hop Albums: Rage Bait or Right?"

"Who tf is JJ Fad?" The internet broke when Pitchfork dropped their Top 100 Hip-Hop Albums list - and we have THOUGHTS. This week on The Record Report, we dissect one of the most controversial music ranking lists in recent me...

"Who tf is JJ Fad?" The internet broke when Pitchfork dropped their Top 100 Hip-Hop Albums list - and we have THOUGHTS. This week on The Record Report, we dissect o…

26/08/2025

New Episode! "Taylor Allderdice: Wiz Khalifa's High School Homecoming"

Recording in 2021 After the success of his debut album, Rolling Papers, Wiz Khalifa became a full superstar, moved to LA and married Amber Rose. This led many of his original fans "Taylors" to think that the Pop sounds of Rol...

Recording in 2021 After the success of his debut album, Rolling Papers, Wiz Khalifa became a full superstar, moved to LA and married Amber Rose. This led many of hi…

26/07/2025

The icon behind "Forget Me Nots" joined us for an INCREDIBLE deep dive into her 1982 masterpiece "Straight from the Heart" - the album that changed R&B, funk, and hip-hop forever!
What makes this episode special:
- Patrice shares behind-the-scenes studio stories from the Sessions
- How she overcame her label initially REJECTING the entire album
- The creative process behind that iconic bassline we all know and love
- Her thoughts on becoming one of hip-hop's most sampled artists
- Our personal top 3 tracks from the album (some picks might shock you!)
- Why this album STILL influences artists today
This isn't just an interview - it's a masterclass in musical genius from a true pioneer who broke barriers as a Black woman producer in the '80s.
From jazz prodigy to R&B royalty to hip-hop legend through samp- ling - Patrice's journey is absolutely fascinating. Plus, hearing her reflect on how "Forget Me Nots" became the foundation for countless hip-hop classics? Chef's kiss
Whether you know every word to "Forget Me Nots" or you're just discovering the magic of Patrice Rushen, this episode is ESSENTIAL listening for any music lover!
Question for you: What's your favorite Patrice Rushen track or your favorite song that samples her work? Tell us below!

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https://www.therecordreport.com/forget-me-nots-a-deep-dive-of-straight-from-the-heart-featuring-patrice-rushen/

The Record Report · Episode

25/07/2025

The icon behind "Forget Me Nots" joined us for an INCREDIBLE deep dive into her 1982 masterpiece "Straight from the Heart" - the album that changed R&B, funk, and hip-hop forever!
What makes this episode special:
- Patrice shares behind-the-scenes studio stories from the Sessions
- How she overcame her label initially REJECTING the entire album

- The creative process behind that iconic bassline we all know and love

- Her thoughts on becoming one of hip-hop's most sampled artists

- Our personal top 3 tracks from the album (some picks might shock you!)

- Why this album STILL influences artists today

This isn't just an interview - it's a masterclass in musical genius from a true pioneer who broke barriers as a Black woman producer in the '80s.

From jazz prodigy to R&B royalty to hip-hop legend through samp- ling - Patrice's journey is absolutely fascinating. Plus, hearing her reflect on how "Forget Me Nots" became the foundation for countless hip-hop classics? Chef's kiss

Whether you know every word to "Forget Me Nots" or you're just discovering the magic of Patrice Rushen, this episode is ESSENTIAL listening for any music lover!
Question for you: What's your favorite Patrice Rushen track or your favorite song that samples her work? Tell us below!
Listen now:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/63rzlOgYcuVfowfIK2Ly72?si=4IKGH2gaQcCLNUlCk1dzyQ

Apple: ⁠https://apple.co/3joE6Db⁠

The Record Report · Episode

25/07/2025

NEW EPISODE OUT NOW!!!
Legendary artist Patrice Rushen tells us the importance of musically doing the work

25/07/2025

FULL EPISODE OUT NOW!
Patrice Rushen needs to be on the list for an NPR Tiny Desk!

25/07/2025

New Episode! "Forget Me Nots: A Deep Dive of 'Straight From the Heart' featuring Patrice Rushen"

This week on The Record Report , we’re honored to be joined by the legendary Patrice Rushen: singer, songwriter, producer, and the musical genius behind the iconic 1982 album Straight From the Heart . Best known for the timel...

This week on The Record Report , we’re honored to be joined by the legendary Patrice Rushen: singer, songwriter, producer, and the musical genius behind the iconic …

23/07/2025

NEW EPISODE DROPS THIS FRIDAY!!!!
Legendary musician Patrice Rushen talks about what it takes to be a successful music artist

23/07/2025

🎧 NEW EPISODE ALERT 🎧
We dove into one of the most CONFOUNDING albums ever made!
Sly Stone's "There's a Riot Goin' On" (1971) - Is it a masterpiece or beautiful chaos? Maybe both? 🤯
This album changed everything: from its murky, drugged-out production to its raw social commentary. It's messy, brilliant, and frustrating all at once. No wonder it still sparks heated debates 50+ years later!
🔥 What we covered:
✨ Why this album sounds like NOTHING else from the '70s
✨ Our top 3 tracks that blew our minds
✨ How Sly Stone went from hippie optimism to dark reality
✨ The production techniques that influenced hip-hop forever
✨ Why musicians still can't figure this record out
Whether you're a longtime Sly Stone fan or hearing about this album for the first time, this episode will change how you think about funk, soul, and what "genius" really sounds like.
Warning: You might find yourself obsessively listening to this album after our deep dive!
🎵 What's YOUR take on "There's a Riot Goin' On"? Masterpiece or overrated? Drop your thoughts below! 👇
Listen now:
Full episode here: https://www.therecordreport.com/theres-a-riot-goin-on-sly-stones-beautiful-chaos/

This week on The Record Report , we went down the rabbit hole with one of the most confounding and iconic albums of the ’70s: There's a Riot Goin' On by Sly and the…

22/07/2025

Iconic artist Patrice Rushen talks about the layers of depth in rhythm section integration

22/07/2025

Ahmad chooses 'Where There Is Love' as his top three off of Rushen's classic album 'Straight From The Heart.'