The Truth About Raja Jackson’s Wrestling Assault (Defending Black America) - Don’t Quote Me
Boxing and MMA coach Aak Samson of the Tappin' In Podcast (with UFC fighter Philip Rowe) joins Don’t Quote Me to break down the Raja Jackson wrestling assault, offering expert analysis from a combat sports perspective while defending the stance that this incident should not be blamed on Black America, but instead highlights deeper issues with media narratives and business interests.
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Murda Mook on Drake Trying to Set Him Up, Legendary Battles & Losing His Mother - Don’t Quote Me (Ep. 70)
In this episode, battle rap legend Murda Mook sits down to talk about some of the biggest moments of his career and his life. From breaking down classic battles with Loaded Lux, Jae Millz, and Serius Jones, to speaking on almost-battles with French Montana and Drake, Mook keeps it raw and unfiltered.
He also opens up on a personal level about quitting alcohol, losing his mother, and how those experiences shaped the man he is today. Known as the “Jordan of Battle Rap,” Mook reflects on his legacy, Dot Mob, underrated rappers, and even gives us his Top 5 MCs of all-time.
If you’re a fan of hip hop, battle rap history, or just want to hear a legend speak his truth, this episode is a must-watch.
Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
4:17 Mook vs Detroit
6:36 Jordan of Battle Rap
14:00 Party Arty Battle
16:06 Jae Millz Battle
22:46 Loaded Lux Battle
28:19 Serius Jones Battle
33:11 Mook vs Drake
42:20 Quitting Alcohol
47:33 Losing Mother
52:19 Longest Round
57:40 Dot Mob
1:01:20 Underrated Rappers
1:08:49 Mook vs French Montana
1:12:36 World Series of Hip Hop
01:15:20 Du Rag The Old Murda
1:21:21 Top 5 Emcees
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Kyah Baby Opens Up About Prison, NY Rap Politics & Remaking “Missing You” with Case - Don't Quote Me (Ep. 69)
Queens rapper Kyah Baby joins DQM for a powerful conversation about her journey through life and music. She opens up about her time in prison, shares her perspective on NY rap politics, the changing Queens sound, and the challenges of going indie vs. signing a record deal. We also dive into ghostwriting, authenticity in hip-hop, and her new project - including the story behind her remake of “Missing You” with R&B legend Case.
Timestamps
0:00 Intro
4:58 Rapping + Working
8:16 Playing Ball + WNBA
14:28 NY Politics
16:38 NY sound changing
18:41 Queens is mysterious
21:56 Indie vs Record Deal
23:45 Ghostwriting
30:14 Lying in your Raps
33:44 The Hair
39:06 Going to Prison
48:24 Song with Case
51:50 New Project
6:08 Trivia
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Jay-Z’s Nephew Rel Carter Talks Roc Nation, Jay’s Legacy & Untold Hip-Hop Stories - Don’t Quote Me (Ep. 68)
What’s it like to grow up with Jay-Z as your uncle… and then build your own legacy in the music industry?
In this episode of Don’t Quote Me, we sit down with Rel Carter - Roc Nation’s Director of Artist Partnerships (and JAY-Z’s nephew) for an unfiltered conversation about the state of A&Rs, navigating the industry without relying on family ties, Roc Nation’s roster, and hip-hop culture at large.
From Clipse at Roc Nation to J. Cole, Solo Funds, and his take on battle rap matchups like Twork vs. Lux, Rel shares stories, industry insight, and even gives us his thoughts on whether or not Jay-Z will ever rap again.
Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
0:59 Cast
4:06 Are A&Rs Extinct?
9:16 Not Relying on Jay-Z
11:50 Roc Nation Managment
14:33 Solo Funds
17:39 Clipse Roc Nation
20:18 What Celebs Made You Fan Out
32:52 JAY-Z IS YOUR UNCLE
35:29 Roc Nation Rumors
37:38 J. Cole
39:06 Video Games
44:27 Battle Rap
49:46 Twork vs Lux
1:02:04 Industry Rappers Battling
1:05:29 Ghostwriters
1:12:46 Will Jay Rap Again?
1:13:28 Trivia
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3D Na’Tee on Ghostwriting, Van Life & the Truth About Her Father - Don’t Quote Me (Ep. 67)
In this episode, legendary New Orleans rapper 3D Na’Tee sits down with the pod to discuss the ins and outs of the music industry and her deep family history.
Don’t Quote Me is the newest podcast making waves across the net! Join Drect, Rain910, The Last MJ, June PZ & PC for weekly discussions of battle rap, hip hop culture, sports and every day life.
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