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)

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)

Indie rap stalwart Jam Baxter walks us through key moments from crafting his latest release, including recording during a state-wide alcohol ban in San Cristobal De Las Casas, the conception behind "The Infamous Gatwick Meltdown of 2016", the influence of rich Mexican culture, and more!

Jam Baxter (Episode 41, S3)

This week –cult rapper, producer and multi-instrumentalist Rodney 'Godfather Don' Chapman is on the show. In this candid talk we explore Don's one-of-a-kind career, working with Kool Keith on The Cenobites LP, Hydra Entertainment and so much more, including the upcoming reissue of Hazardous and a collaborative project with Vijay Anderson.

Rodney 'Godfather Don' Chapman (Episode 47, S3)

The legendary DJ Q-Bert takes us inside the making and meaning of his psychedelic 'Origins (Wave Twisters 0)' and each of the album's 18 songs. Dive deep into the studio process and the Wave Twisters characters via this fascinating track-by-track breakdown!

DJ Q-Bert(Episode 48, S3)

This week, the enigmatic Billy Woods pulls back the curtain on his Preservation helmed opus–'Aethiopes'–and–gets candid about its creation. Raw, passionate, poetic and urgent: We dissect his most ambitious LP to date for a fascinating one-on-one chat!

Billy Woods (Episode 55, S4)

The foremost expert of his craft, Homeboy Sandman joins your host Luke Bailey on this week's episode to discuss and premier songs from his forthcoming album with Decca: Still Champion.

Homeboy Sandman (Episode 59, S4)

Welcome to the first episode of Hip Hop Wales Cymru Podcast. This episode, Cardiff based DJ and producer, Jason "Jaffa" Farrell is our first honorary guest, joining us to discuss his unique journey and enduring career. Known for rocking jams during hip hop's earliest development, Jaffa leveraged his success as a local staple into a permanent position as one of Wales' most recognised DJ's today.

From recording with Jive Records as one half of Just The Duce, to attempting the world record for the longest continuous DJ marathon, to hosting a bi-weekly radio show, This That & The Third, Jaffa has remained a consistent force in hip hop for almost four decades.

Credits: Jason "DJ Jaffa" Farrell, Ed "Mr Phormula" Holden, Sophie "LilMiz" Barras, Jonathan "Johnny B" Burgess, Tom "Killer Tom" Clugston, Ben "DW Smith" Cook, Huw Stephens, Robert "Joe Blow" Picton, Terry "Rapster-Tee" Cooper, Jaya Had a Dream, Samuel "Mudmowth" Jones, Ricardo "DJ Comfort" Banks,  Kwam Chang, Mark "Bad Belly" Lang, Paul "Rollo", Motion Dance, Pete "Pedro", Joseph "Joe Dirt" Barker, Miles Day, Gem Squires, Dave Akton, Dek-Masha Slicer Man, Tom Wallace, Neil "DJ Lok" Archer, Roy "DJ Moneyshot" Spencer, MC Mercury, Kaptin Barrett.

Produced by: Dale Lewis and Luke Bailey for Fly Fidelity Media

Art direction: Lloyd Bailey

Special thanks to Matt "Junior Disprol" Herbert and Friendly Rich (The Tom Green Show)  

About: From the producers of Fly Fidelity comes a candid and celebratory history of Welsh Hip Hop—featuring long-form, neglected and under-documented tales from Wales. Hosted by Luke Bailey, Hip Hop Cymru Wales dives into the notable and nuanced evolution of Welsh hip hop history and its impact, exploring the intimate road map to an incredible and powerful culture, that's still enduring and changing lives today.

A live exhibition coming Summer 2023 at the National Museum Cardiff in partnership with Avant Cymru supported by Heritage Lottery Fund Wales and Great Western Railway

Fly Fidelity Presents: Hip Hop Cymru Wales (S1, Episode One Feat. DJ Jaffa)

Get inside the making of a classic with our season 5 premiere! In celebration of the upcoming 30th anniversary of Cypress Hill's industry shifting BLACK SUNDAY, we discuss its creation and enduring legacy with special guests, including: Joe 'The Butcher' Nicolo, Chris Schwartz, T-Ray, and Dan Pearl. 

Credits: Joe 'The Butcher' Nicolo, Chris Schwartz, Todd 'T-Ray' Ray, and Daniel Pearl. 

Produced by: Dale Lewis and Luke Bailey for Fly Fidelity Media

Art direction: Lloyd Bailey

30 Years Of Cypress Hill's 'Black Sunday' With Special Guests (Episode 61, S5)

This week–we're featuring a conversation with Walasia Shabazz AKA Allah's Reflection (FKA Miranda Jane Neidlinger) in part one of a two-part podcast. Known as one of the founding editors of Complex and a former editor of STRESS and The Source, she is also A&R of Madvillain's Madvillainy and has general managed multiple major independent record labels!

In this episode she discusses being raised by parents who were both Jazz musicians, her time as an editor and writer at The Source, working with John Baker during Gee Street's seminal years, managing MF DOOM and more!

Produced by: Dale Lewis and Luke Bailey for Fly Fidelity Media

Art direction: Mango Shark

About: 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.

Patreon: Support The Fly Fidelity Podcast by subscribing to our Patreon and unlock exclusive bonus content. Learn more at Patreon.com/FlyFidelity

Contact: luke.bailey@flyfidelity.co.uk

Part One: Walasia Shabazz (Episode 68, S5)

We're concluding part-one of our wide-ranging conversation with Walasia Shabazz (AKA Allah's Reflection) with an explosive and in-depth follow up in which we discuss her career milestones, including managing MF DOOM's career during his most important era, her role as artist and repertoire on MADVILLAINY, her influence as a chef on the creation of MM FOOD, as well as her work as general manager for multiple major independent record labels.

We also talk about her forthcoming book THE TIME SHE FACED DOOM and her on-going plans to elevate, teach, mentor and support producers and those aspiring to work jobs in audio, particularly young women.

Produced by: Dale Lewis and Luke Bailey for Fly Fidelity Media

Art direction: Mango Shark

About: 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.

Patreon: Support The Fly Fidelity Podcast by subscribing to our Patreon and unlock exclusive bonus content. Learn more at Patreon.com/FlyFidelity

Contact: luke.bailey@flyfidelity.co.uk

Part Two: Walasia Shabazz (Episode 69, S5)

"F**k with your boy Judas Ascariot, who came back swinging - whipping the super chariot”

This week, we're joined by King Kashmere for an in-depth chat about his latest album: The Album to End All Alien Abductions!

Produced by: Dale Lewis and Luke Bailey for Fly Fidelity Media

Art direction: Mango Shark

About: 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.

Patreon: Support The Fly Fidelity Podcast by subscribing to our Patreon and unlock exclusive bonus content. Learn more at Patreon.com/FlyFidelity

Contact: luke.bailey@flyfidelity.co.uk

King Kashmere (Episode 70, S5)

Noah Callahan-Bever (Idea Generation) joins us for part one of a two-part discussion exploring his unique journey and the creative work of publications Ego Trip, Vibe and Blaze that paved the way for hip hop to finesse its way into the mainstream music space!

Produced by: Dale Lewis and Luke Bailey for Fly Fidelity Media

Art direction: Mango Shark

About: 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.

Patreon: Support The Fly Fidelity Podcast by subscribing to our Patreon and unlock exclusive bonus content. Learn more at Patreon.com/FlyFidelity

Contact: luke.bailey@flyfidelity.co.uk

Part One: Noah Callahan-Bever (Episode 71, S6)

From MF DOOM to Slim Shady to Dr Octagon, hip-hop has a long history of artists with multiple personas, but none so charming or whimsical as Kenny Dennis –Serengeti's loveable mustachioed Chicagoan. Last month, the prolific Illinois native released the latest chapter in his KDz series – brimming with lore and answers! Here, we discuss and unpack the Kenny Dennis saga in a revealing and expansive interview. A MUST hear for fans of Geti and Kenny!

Produced by: Dale Lewis and Luke Bailey for Fly Fidelity Media

Art direction: Mango Shark

About: 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.

Patreon: Support The Fly Fidelity Podcast by subscribing to our Patreon and unlock exclusive bonus content. Learn more at Patreon.com/FlyFidelity

Contact: luke.bailey@flyfidelity.co.uk

Serengeti (Episode 84, S7)

Rapper/producer Lee Scott joins us for a candid conversation to capture the essence of his practice and heart of his latest self-produced album, "To Tame a Dead Horse" 🐴👽📡

Produced by: Dale Lewis and Luke Bailey for Fly Fidelity Media

Art direction: Mango Shark

About: 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.

Patreon: Support The Fly Fidelity Podcast by subscribing to our Patreon and unlock exclusive bonus content. Learn more at Patreon.com/FlyFidelity

Contact: luke.bailey@flyfidelity.co.uk

Lee Scott (Episode 86, S7)

Season finale! Known for his work drawing graphics for Think Skateboards, his distinctive tattoo art, photography and co-creating of one of the largest skate/street wear clothing lines; REBEL8, Mike Giant recalls his humble beginnings and discusses cutting his teeth as a graffiti artist in part 1 of our 2 part podcast.

Produced by: Dale Lewis and Luke Bailey for Fly Fidelity Media

Art direction: Mango Shark

About: 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.

Patreon: Support The Fly Fidelity Podcast by subscribing to our Patreon and unlock exclusive bonus content. Learn more at Patreon.com/FlyFidelity

Contact: luke.bailey@flyfidelity.co.uk

Mike Giant (Episode 90, S7)

This week –we're joined for a free-wheeling and fascinating conversation with renowned Rhymesayers DJ/producer Anthony Davis, better known as Ant, one half of the legendary duo Atmosphere. Known for his signature soulful discography including albums such as "Lucy Ford", "You Can't Imagine How Much Fun We're Having", "When Life Gives You Lemons You Paint That Shit Gold", "Us", to name just a few. We discuss the making of his highly anticipated debut -"Collection of Sounds Vol. 1"– the first release of a four-part series, his evolution and intentions producing for Atmosphere, producing the classic "Forest Whitiker" for Brother Ali, as well as his creative insights into his craft!

Produced by: Dale Lewis and Luke Bailey for Fly Fidelity Media

Art direction: Mango Shark

About: 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.

Patreon: Support The Fly Fidelity Podcast by subscribing to our Patreon and unlock exclusive bonus content. Learn more at Patreon.com/FlyFidelity

Contact: luke.bailey@flyfidelity.co.uk

Ant (Episode 91, S8)

Four albums (and over ten projects) into her career, Rapsody is at the peak of her powers. In the week since she spoke to us for this episode, Rapsody has officially secured her first win for Best Melodic Rap Performance (“3:AM” feat. Erykah Badu) at the 67th Annual Grammy Awards   

On this week's episode, Rapsody joins us to peel back the curtain on her latest and most vulnerable album to date, "Please Don't Cry". She also recalls what she says was the most important time of her life creating it, embracing emotional freedom, finding peace, and defining herself.

Produced by: Dale Lewis and Luke Bailey for Fly Fidelity Media

Art direction: Mango Shark

About: 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.

Patreon: Support The Fly Fidelity Podcast by subscribing to our Patreon and unlock exclusive bonus content. Learn more at Patreon.com/FlyFidelity

Contact: luke.bailey@flyfidelity.co.uk

Rapsody (Episode 92, S8)

Coming off last year's critically acclaimed "Blip" with The Expert, NAHreally joins us for a conversation about his latest project "Secret Pancake" and breaks down his recipe for making bangers. 

Produced by: D. Lewis and L. Bailey for Fly Fidelity Media

Art direction: Mango Shark

About: 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.

Patreon: Support The Fly Fidelity Podcast by subscribing to our Patreon and unlock exclusive bonus content. Learn more at Patreon.com/FlyFidelity

Contact: luke.bailey@flyfidelity.co.uk

NAHreally (Episode 93, S8)

Artist, educator, curator, and cultural ambassador Queen Herawin (Juggaknots) is this week's guest on the podcast. Take a peek behind the curtain and go into the making of her latest project "Awaken The Sleeping Giant" in this expansive and insightful conversation.

Produced by: D. Lewis and L. Bailey for Fly Fidelity Media

Art direction: Mango Shark

About: 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.

Patreon: Support The Fly Fidelity Podcast by subscribing to our Patreon and unlock exclusive bonus content. Learn more at Patreon.com/FlyFidelity

Contact: luke.bailey@flyfidelity.co.uk

Queen Herawin (Episode 94, S8)

This week we're joined by lyricist extraordinaire PremRock —perhaps best known as 1/2 of the rap duo Shrapknel , to talk about his latest offering, "Did You Enjoy Your Time Here…?"

Produced by: D. Lewis and L. Bailey for Fly Fidelity Media

Art direction: Mango Shark

About: 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.

Patreon: Support The Fly Fidelity Podcast by subscribing to our Patreon and unlock exclusive bonus content. Learn more at Patreon.com/FlyFidelity

Contact: luke.bailey@flyfidelity.co.uk

PremRock (Episode 95, S8)

This week we're joined for a conversation with Ben Pedroche, esteemed author of the definitive and deeply passionate "Independent As F***": Underground Hip-Hop 1995-2005". Take a trip down memory lane as we reflect on indie rap's golden era and everything between!

Produced by: D. Lewis and L. Bailey for Fly Fidelity Media

Art direction: Mango Shark

About: 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.

Patreon: Support The Fly Fidelity Podcast by subscribing to our Patreon and unlock exclusive bonus content. Learn more at Patreon.com/FlyFidelity

Contact: luke.bailey@flyfidelity.co.uk

Ben Pedroche (Episode 96, S8)

This week, we're joined for a conversation with returning guest Anthony "Ant" Davis (Atmosphere), to discuss and unpack the fourth and final volume in his eclectic instrumental series, "Collection of Sounds".

Produced by: D. Lewis and L. Bailey for Fly Fidelity Media

Art direction: Mango Shark

About: 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.

Patreon: Support The Fly Fidelity Podcast by subscribing to our Patreon and unlock exclusive bonus content. Learn more at Patreon.com/FlyFidelity

Contact: luke.bailey@flyfidelity.co.uk

Ant (Episode 97, S8)

On this week's programme, we talked to junclassic and SQ about the influence and impact that film has had on their new album and its narrative. They also discussed their love for Queensbridge hip-hop, and their process of making "Ante Meridiem Cats", citing SQ's recent 30 for 30 Instagram series as a key factor in its beat selection.

Produced by: D. Lewis and L. Bailey for Fly Fidelity Media

Art direction: Mango Shark

About: 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.

Patreon: Support The Fly Fidelity Podcast by subscribing to our Patreon and unlock exclusive bonus content. Learn more at Patreon.com/FlyFidelity

Contact: luke.bailey@flyfidelity.co.uk

junclassic & SQ (Episode 98, S8)

André LeRoy Davis has provided a visual record for hip-hop for over three decades, most notably as the creator of The Source magazine's brilliant "The Last Word" column (1990– 2007). To celebrate his enduring career, we sat down for a candid conversation to discuss his contributions, as well as his unmatched insight into the publishing industry. 

Produced by: D. Lewis and L. Bailey for Fly Fidelity Media

Art direction: Mango Shark

About: 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.

Patreon: Support The Fly Fidelity Podcast by subscribing to our Patreon and unlock exclusive bonus content. Learn more at Patreon.com/FlyFidelity

Contact: luke.bailey@flyfidelity.co.uk


André LeRoy Davis (Episode 99, S8)

Returning guests Fatboi Sharif and Driveby join us to delve into the making of their brain-rending collaborative project, 'Let Me Out" for our 100th episode! In this intimate conversation, Sharif and Driveby reflect on the creative origins and the many variations of 'Let Me Out', prophesying the state of the world, and collaborating with its all-star features. They also discuss the project's overarching theme in an explosive never-been-shared revelation, and so much more!

Produced by: D. Lewis and L. Bailey for Fly Fidelity Media

Art direction: Mango Shark

About: 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.

Patreon: Support The Fly Fidelity Podcast by subscribing to our Patreon and unlock exclusive bonus content. Learn more at Patreon.com/FlyFidelity

Contact: luke.bailey@flyfidelity.co.uk

Fatboi Sharif x DriveBy (Episode 100, S8)

Fresh off two back-to-back Backwoodz Studioz album covers, Queens based photographer and director Alexander Richter joins us for our 9th season premier. Known for his legendary portraits and iconic abum covers, Alexander sits down to reflect on his eminent career and reveals some of the stories behind some of his favourite shoots, including a who's who of hip hop, from The Clipse to billy woods and beyond. We also talk about shooting for publications such as Hip-Hop Connection, XXL and The Source, capturing candid cultural moments, collaborating with Backwoodz, and more.

Produced by: D. Lewis and L. Bailey for Fly Fidelity Media

Art direction: Mango Shark

Photo: Katrina Richter

About: 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.

Patreon: Support The Fly Fidelity Podcast by subscribing to our Patreon and unlock exclusive bonus content. Learn more at Patreon.com/FlyFidelity

Contact: luke.bailey@flyfidelity.co.uk

Alexander Richter (Episode 101, S9)

Duncan Trussell, comedian and co-creator of THE MIDNIGHT GOSPEL joins us to discuss working with Pendleton Ward, writing and directing Clancy, Netflix, Buddhist folk-tales, the tibetans yoga of dreaming and sleep, world peace and more!

Duncan Trussell (Episode 3)

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