In this episode, we're delighted to welcome back Notts legend, artist, chef, rapper, and all-around nice bloke - Juga-Naut. We delve into his latest album, "Bem II" (Easter eggs and all). Additionally, we discuss how being his authentic self on a record lends itself to creating the best music, the infamous Wilhelm scream, live performances, navigating social media, and much more. Rest assured, he is still "doing his little music thing". 

"Bem II" is available now on all platforms - don't miss out!

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In today's episode, we have the multi-talented Kid Acne join us to discuss his latest album, "Hauntology Codes," a 10-track project produced by Spectacular Diagnostics. Kid Acne shares his perspective on the crucial role authenticity plays across his creative endeavours, his journey into music making, the catalyst for his return to music, treacherous runs (AKA fell running) and we discover some unusual features that made their way onto the album. 

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On this episode, Joker Starr joins us to delve into the themes, influences and nuances of his latest album, Gawds Children (produced by DTY FT). We reflect on the battle scene, Joker’s artistic journey, challenging gigs, his live performances with Abstract Orchestra and why we won’t be catching him in the sea any time soon! 

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On this episode and following the releases of “Lord of the North”, “MPC” and “Unruly”, we sit down with Manchester trio - Piqué Roscoe, Rokz Bundy and Matt Kuartz and chat about how they met, collaborating together, future plans and studio antics, as well as unpick Spotify Wrapped and discuss Manchester’s hiphop scene and monthly beat-makers event, WORKINONIT. We also throw a few Nardwuar-style questions in to keep them on their toes. 

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On this episode we catch up with rapper/producer duo Reign MC and Sxndshrxw to chat about their banging debut album "The Black Paintings" inspired by Francisco Goya, supporting the Wu Tang Clan, features from The Game, dark subject matter amongst other wild tangents.

The Black Paintings is out everywhere now:
https://open.spotify.com/album/2fIeWSUKqcwXwW5JylMt2a?si=1FUDJIKfR4mDTEOdX3NtEw

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On this week’s episode we go from Bristol to California as Ellie is joined by Mylo Stone, Worms Ali and DJ Frenic to discuss their collaborative project The Shades Series.

We delve into the true definition of collaboration, authentic artistic expression and honesty within hip-hop, Shades Series 2, Barbie, the murky underbelly of crystal mining and ask “How often DO they think about the Roman Empire?”.

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In this episode, we're joined by the remarkable producer, Big O, hailing from the US. We dive into the world of his extraordinary new concept album, "In The Company Of Others," while also exploring hot topics in the hip hop zeitgeist. Join us as we dissect the Hijack vs. Big Daddy Kane situation, the new series of Top Boy, delve into the complexities of problematic Polish talent shows, and much more. Caution: This episode contains MAJOR spoilers from The Wire that we couldn't be bothered to edit out. Tune in and enjoy.

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"In The Company Of Others" out now on all dsps and available to purchase on Bandcamp:
https://big-o.bandcamp.com/album/in-the-company-of-others

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In this episode, the gang is joined by rapper Xanny Dyer to debate drumless instrumentals, Action Bronson's Tiny Desk concert, questionable behaviour at gigs, Eminem vs Melle Mel and much more hip hop related chat.

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Back to our interview antics on this episode as Rob and Ellie talk to potential aoty contenders King Kashmere and Alecs DeLarge. 

They discuss "The Album To End All Alien Abductions", UFO congress hearings, pigeon canons, the return of MC Downblast, and generally have a lovely time.

"The Album To End All Alien Abductions" is out now on all dsps and available to purchase via High Focus Records.

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Join hosts Rob and Ellie as they explore the Hip Hop zeitgeist in our latest episode, where they delve into Busta Rhymes' moving BET awards speech, a concerning TikTok video featuring Keith Murray, and the mind-bending collaboration of King Kashmere and Alecs DeLarge on their captivating new project "The Album To End All Alien Abductions". Plus, Freddie Gibbs in a bunny suit for some reason.

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Welcome to this week's episode of Shotgun The Aux. Brace yourself for a critical exploration of AI and algorithms in rap music. Join the gang as they skeptically dissect the pros and cons of surrendering rap to the realm of artificial intelligence. Prepare for a bleak discussion on the potential loss of authentic artistic expression and the looming threat of shovelware tracks. It's a cynical and cautionary journey into a future where rap risks becoming a soulless algorithmic creation. Don't miss this episode filled with grim reflections on the impact of AI in the rap genre. This episode description was definitely not written by chatgpt.

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