In this wide-ranging interview, we chop it up with the legendary Esoteric, one-third of the comic book-inspired trio Czarface, to talk about "Super What?" and working with the late great MF DOOM. We also discuss his upcoming landmark original graphic novel "Czarface: A Czar is Born", writing for Marvel comics and more!

Esoteric (Episode 24)

For the season finale of Fly Fidelity, we take a deep dive with Blue City to explore and unpack their latest release 'Into The Void'. We're also joined by our very own Wolfgang Von Vanderghast, who breaks down his contribution as executive producer/collaborator, as well as his unique perspective.

Blue City CDF (Episode 25)

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)

Joining us for episode 31, Alaska (Atoms Fam, Call Out Culture Podcast) shares his process and delves into the inspiration behind the making of his dystopian new album, 'Human Zoo'. We also talk about technology, disconnect, collaborating with Cannibal Ox, Def Jux and more!

Alaska (Episode 31, 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. Produced by Luke Bailey & Dale Lewis for Fly Fidelity Media

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