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Legendary Queens rapper-turned show host N.O.R.E. teams up with Miami hip-hop pioneer DJ EFN for a night of boozy conversation and boisterous storytelling. The hosts and guests engage together in fun, light-hearted conversation - looking back at their paths to success, highlighting their lives, friendships, and iconic moments within their career. In this unfiltered series, drinks are flowing and jokes are rolling - take a seat at the table with N.O.R.E & EFN. You Gotta Relax!
- 2 hours 24 minutes#Throwback Episode - w/ Naughty By Nature | (Ep. 54)
N.O.R.E. and DJ EFN are the Drink Champs.
In this Throwback episode, the guys sit with the legendary Naughty By Nature!ย
Vin Rock, DJ Kay Gee and Treach talk about the early years of their career, their take on the current state of hip hop and the keys to longevity.
Make some noise for Naughty By Nature!! ๐๐๐๐๐๐
-Originally published on January 6th, 2017:
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21 February 2025, 11:00 am - 3 hours 18 minutesEpisode 443 w/ Vybz Kartel
N.O.R.E. & DJ EFN are the Drink Champs. In this episode we chop it up with the one and only, Vybz Kartel!
Vybz sits down with the champs and talks about everything.
Top 5 artist, Grammy nominations, King of Dancehall, Kendrick Vs. Drake, etc. We covered it all in this episode!
Lots of great stories that you donโt want to miss!
iRossta & Mike Booth join us as special guest hosts.Make some noise for Vybz Kartel!! ๐๐๐๐๐๐
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14 February 2025, 11:00 am - 2 hours 59 minutesEpisode 442 w/ Beenie Man
N.O.R.E. & DJ EFN are the Drink Champs. In this episode we chop it up with the legend himself, Beenie Man!
The King of Dancehall joins us for an episode you donโt want to miss. Beenie Man shares his journey in music and how his music has impacted the Dancehall genre.
Beenie Man talks working with Janet Jackson, creating his hit record โGirls Dem Sugarโ and much much more!
Lots of great stories that you donโt want to miss!
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31 January 2025, 11:00 am - 3 hours 13 minutesEpisode 441 w/ 3rd Bass
N.O.R.E. & DJ EFN are the Drink Champs. In this episode we chop it up with the legendary group 3rd Bass!
MC Serch and Pete Nice from 3rd Bass join us to share their hip-hop journey!ย
The guys share tour stories with Whodini, their differences w/ the Beastie Boys and more!
3rd Bass shares stories from the early days of Hip-Hop and representing the underground while having commercial success.
Lots of great stories that you donโt want to miss!ย
Make some noise for MC Serch, Pete Nice of 3rd Bass!!ย ๐๐๐๐๐๐
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24 January 2025, 8:30 am - 3 hours 7 minutesEpisode 440 w/ Xzibit
N.O.R.E. & DJ EFN are the Drink Champs. In this episode, we chop it up with the legend himself, Xzibit!
Starting the year off right, we welcome back Mr. X to the Z! A DC Alumni itโs always a great time when Xzibit sits down with the Champs!
Xzibit shares stories of his come up in the music industry and how working the underground circuit led him to his success.
X to the Z shares stories of potentially bringing back his legendary show โPimp My Rideโ, working on new music w/ the release of his upcoming album โKINGMAKERโ that features production by Dr. Dre and signing a new record deal w/ Conor McGregorโs label โGreenback Recordsโ.
Lots of great stories that you donโt want to miss!
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17 January 2025, 9:00 am - 2 hours 37 minutes#Throwback Episode - w/ T-Pain | (Ep. 273)
N.O.R.E. & DJ EFN are the Drink Champs. In this classic episode we chop it up with the legendary, T-Pain.
T-Pain drops gems as he gets real about his journey in the game, from breaking barriers with Auto-Tune to facing backlash in the industry. He opens up about the struggles, the hits, and how a convo with Usher shook him.
Itโs not just about the musicโitโs about resilience, evolution, and staying true to yourself. Hear how T-Pain turned pain into power, proving the doubters wrong and rewriting the rules of the game.
Whether youโre a fan or hustling for your own come-up, this oneโs all about inspiration, truth, and owning your legacy.
Make some noise for T-Pain!! ๐๐๐๐๐๐
*Originally published on August 6th, 2021*
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10 January 2025, 11:00 am - 1 hour 57 minutes#Flashback Episode - w/ Dave Chapelle & Black Star | (Ep. 331)
N.O.R.E.ย &ย DJ EFNย are theย Drink Champs. In this classic flashback episode we chop it up with the legendary Black Star (Yasiin Bey and Talib Kweli) and comedy icon, Dave Chappelle!
This extended version of our episode includes more stories, more laughs and more shots from everyone!
Lots of great stories that you donโt want to miss!!
Make some noise for Black Star and Dave Chappelle!!! ๐๐๐๐๐๐
*This episode was originally released on September 9th, 2022 *
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3 January 2025, 8:30 am - 2 hours 39 minutes#Throwback Episode - w/ Ice-T | (Ep.70 )
N.O.R.E. & DJ EFN are the Drink Champs. In this classic throwback episode we chop it up with the legendary, Ice-T!
In this explosiveย Drink Champs episode, Ice-T, the O.G. of gangster rap and the mastermind behind Body Count, joins us for a deep dive into the game.
From his grind in the streets to becoming a Hollywood heavyweight, Ice drops jewels on staying real and navigating the industry. He takes us back to the raw 80s and 90s, the realest eras, where gang culture shaped his lyrics, and rap was a way out for hustlers like him.
Ice speaks on creating timeless tracks likeย Colors, his influence on gangster rap, and his infamous track Cop K*ller that shook the world. He talks about his transition from the hood to Hollywood, starring in iconic films like New Jack City, and the journey to becoming a regular on Law & Order: SVU.
With classic Ice-T wit, he shares wild stories about pimpin', credit card scams, and how his army days shaped his discipline. The O.G. reflects on the evolution of hip-hop, from bars to beats, and praises legends like Dave Chappelle while staying true to his roots.
This episode is a masterclass in longevity, hustle, and keeping it 100 in every era.
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*This episode was originally released on March 24, 2017*
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27 December 2024, 11:00 am - 59 minutes 29 seconds#Throwback Episode - w/ DMX | (Ep. 3)
N.O.R.E. & DJ EFN are the Drink Champs. In this classic throwback episode we chop it up with the iconic, DMX!
In this epicย Drink Champs episode, the legendary DMX steps into the booth, bringing raw energy, real talk, and unfiltered conversations. X dives into untold stories, life lessons, and the gritty realities of his journey. From reminiscing about his early battles with JAY-Z to making history by dropping two platinum albums in one year, DMX shares how heโs always kept it 100.
The convo gets deep as X reflects on his struggles, triumphs, and the spiritual growth that shaped him. He breaks down his path from the streets to the charts, revealing how his music saved livesโincluding his own. DMX even spits on how intentions make the man, not just the actions.
True to form, X drops bars of wisdom and delivers a heartfelt prayer for everyone listening. He addresses comparisons to 2Pac, the loyalty he brought to his crew, and how faith kept him grounded through it all. As always, his energy is unmatched, and his realness is undeniable. This episode is packed with laughs, truth, and classic X momentsโproving once again why heโs one of the most influential voices in hip hop. Letโs make some noise for the Dog!
RIP DMX ๐๐๐๐๐๐
*This episode was originally released on April 8th, 2016*
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25 December 2024, 11:00 am - 46 minutes 31 secondsDrink Champs BEST of 2024!
N.O.R.E. & DJ EFN are the Drink Champs. In this episode, we revisit some of our favorite moments of 2024.ย
Featuring memorable moments from Ludacris, ScHoolboy Q, and Stephen A Smith!
The Champs and their guests relive some of their favorite stories told throughout 2024.
From our family to yours, Happy Holidays to the Drink Champs Army!
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23 December 2024, 11:00 am - 2 hours 34 minutes#Throwback Episode - w/ Dame Dash | (Ep. 34)
N.O.R.E. and DJ EFN are the Drink Champs. In this episode the guys drink it up with hip hop mogul Dame Dash!
This episode is pure hip-hop, straight raw and unfiltered. Dame keeps it a buck about his journey from running Roc-A-Fella Records to his ventures in fashion, film, and beyond. He dives into the highs and lows, from battling industry politics to empowering his crew, always staying true to his vision.
Dame talks about the iconic moments that shaped hip-hop, like Jay-Z and DMXโs epic battle, the rise of Dipset, and how being a boss means making moves on your terms. The convo gets real as Dame reflects on knowing your worth, documenting history, and keeping creativity at the forefront of everything he does.
Itโs not all business, though. Dame shares stories about throwing flashy parties, Mariah Carey pulling up to his studio, and lessons learned from the streets. Whether itโs about building generational wealth or just living life unapologetically, Dame reminds us why heโs always been a pioneer.
Tune in for laughs, wisdom, and shots of Dusko Poppingtonโthis episode is a toast to the hustle!
Make some noise for Dame Dash!! ๐๐๐๐๐๐
*This episode was originally released on September 9, 2016*
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