Episode 18 features a wholesome chat with Dick Dastardly, who joins us to discuss his debut solo project, "Great Ape Fist", signing to the powerhouse that is Bard Picasso, coming up with the likes of Cardiff based artists DW Smith and Rollo, his memories of the late great Stagga and more!

Dick Dastardly (Episode 18)

Armand Hammer, the veteran duo comprised of New Yorkers Elucid and Billy Woods join us for an intimate discussion on episode 19. We discuss and reflect on the making of the layered and mesmerising "Haram", working with super producer The Alchemist, their previous solo releases (namely, "Don't Play It Straight" and "Brass"), as well as forthcoming music and more!

Armand Hammer (Episode 19)

R.A.P Ferreira (formerly known as Milo) joins us for a perceptive conversation about "Bob's Son", his eclectic and experimental ode to the legendary poet, Bob Kaufman. We also talk to Kelly Lee Blackwell, Bob Kaufmans niece and daughter of Robert “Bumps” Blackwell. Listen and learn!

R.A.P Ferreira (Episode 20)

Bigg Jus is an alternative hip hop artist, who's spent over two decades contributing to the evolution of independent hip hop, helping to lay the foundation for a generation of fierce, independent artists, from Company Flow's debut album ‘Funcrusher Plus' (1997) and beyond. Whether it be reshaping the concept of underground hip-hop with Co Flow, or his solo Big Justoleum work, to his work with Orko Elohim as NMS, the impact of Jus' influence is teeming with innovation. 

We sit down with one of hip hop's most elusive trailblazers, to talk about the Company Flow co-founder’s storied career for an expansive two-hour deep dive. Dig in!

Bigg Jus (Episode 26, S2)

From his come-up, rapping as one-third of seminal independent hip-hop crew Dilated Peoples, to excelling as a solo artist, Evidence is a powerhouse. Joining us on episode 27, we discuss the making of his latest album "Unlearning Volume 1", distancing himself from tradition to reach a place of innovation and more!

Evidence (Episode 27, S2)

Artist. Art Director. Designer. Author. TV-Producer. Ego Trip co-conspirator. Visionary! Brent Rollins details the making behind some of hip hop's most iconic album and magazine covers. From creating logos for social conscious cinema classics to art directing at Ego Trip and beyond - Brent is a certified design icon! Hop on the school bus.

Brent Rollins (Episode 29, S2)

On episode 30, we talk to Blah records co-founder, Lee Scott, who joins us for a rare and insightful conversation about the making of his latest album, 'Gate Clicks Shut', his upcoming novel and journey so far!

Lee Scott (Episode 30, S2)

Just in time to celebrate #InternationalPodcastDay, Mickey Factz joins us to detail working with Blu for 'The Narrative', a six-song project laced entirely by Nottz. We also discuss the status of 'Mickey MauSe 2' , the highly anticipated sequel to 2012's ambitious mixtape, and more! Tap in!!

Mickey Factz (Episode 32, S2)

For our last episode this year, we're joined by Slug from Atmosphere, to discuss and explore their 12th studio album "WORD?" and the legacy and genius of MF DOOM. We also talk about going from Hair(2002) to Scalp (2010) to Skull (2021) and ending the trilogy from a third person perspective, working with PNS from Molemen and much more!

Slug (Episode 37, S2)

AJ Suede is this week's featured guest, who joins us for a career-spanning chat, exploring his early days, seminal moments, and the revelation that the baby featured in the iconic Def Squad logo was based on him! We also discuss collaborating with Televangel for one of his most searing and nuanced gems in his discography, 'Metatron's Cube

AJ Suede (Episode 43, S3)

Hosted by Luke Bailey, The Fly Fidelity Podcast is a weekly podcast featuring thoughtful, layered, nuanced and authentic conversations with fascinating guests from hip hop and beyond!

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