This episode tells some of the stories that we heard during the making of this season that for some reason didn’t fit in the episodes. They were still dope enough to share.  Whether it is about the infamous Doom Dunks, or some amazing background on the artwork that enhanced the music made by Doom, these stories will make you laugh, gasp and say “Oh Snap!!!”

Featuring

Miles Brown (Star of Black-Ish)

Wildchild

Sandford Greene

KEO

M.C. Serch

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Rory and MAL are BACK, and on a brand new podcast network called More Sauce. Come kick it with the boys and sit back with casual, hilarious, and real conversations between two best friends. The guys are the same, but they’re bringing new stories, new laughs, and of course, new random hot takes that no one asked for. And for anyone new to the show, expect to hear about Hip Hop, fashion, sports, relationships, and The Culture at large.

New Rory & MAL is out now! Listen on Stitcher, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, or wherever you find your favorite podcasts.

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This whole series has really been a tribute and celebration of Daniel Dumile…MF DOOM. However, in this episode, we share some final parting thoughts and words.

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In this episode we speak with Tom Brown, head of Lex Records in London. MF Doom signed with Lex Records in 2003, where he released four incredible albums, which included collaborations with Danger Mouse, J Dilla, Bishop Nehru, Janeiro Jarel, Ghostface Killah and Thom Yorke. Tom was the man at the helm at Lex and worked closely with Doom all the years he was there, although it took a while for them to actually meet face to face. He reflects fondly on the ups and downs, as well as, the opportunity to not only have worked with him for many years, but also of the bond they shared.

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In this episode we chat with Young Guru, the award winning engineer and hip hop historian, as well as award winning producer Just Blaze. Both of them open up about their time at Baseline Studios which was the home recording studio for all things Roc-A-Fella Records. They reveal how the reception area at Baseline Studios became the true indicator for authentic hip hop of those truly in the “know”.

While producing, crafting, mixing, and mastering some of Hip Hop’s biggest tunes, Young Guru and Just Blaze with the rest of those who kept Baseline Studios operating were keeping their ears to the streets. Would those ears lead to what could possibly be the biggest surprise signing in Hip Hop history?!

Featuring…

Just Blaze

Young Guru

M.C. Serch

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In this season we have learned a great deal about the support system that DOOM had around him. After talking with members of the C.M. Fam it became clearer to us that the person who was a truly important part of DOOM’s story early on did not really get a chance to enjoy that period of time. His name was Grimm Reaper, later known as MF Grimm. Grimm was a significant part of DOOM’s career early on, even sharing the “MF” moniker. Grimm’s story of how DOOM got to where he is and what Grimm experienced during that time is not just a cautionary tale for those who hug the block and try to make music. It is a testament to the love and drive that can push friends beyond what they can see as success for themselves and their families. 

We felt it was only right to give Grimm his own episode to thank him for the friendship and love he had for DOOM. He was the support system when DOOM needed it, and was a catalyst to creativity that would allow DOOM and Grimm to create the music that people love to this day. Thank you, Percy.

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Jason DeMarco, SVP and Creative Director at Adult Swim, recalls lovingly his memory of spending time with DOOM over the years. He sits down to share the story of how the two met, how DOOM would deliver his music and content, and the truth about how Santa DOOM came to be.  

This episode is told from Jason’s own words and experiences. His love and respect for DOOM is evident as he speaks on their relationship and his feelings about the man himself.

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As DOOM continues to figure out how to hide in plain sight and perform without being in public eye, he becomes friends with one of NYC’s most legendary graffiti writers, KEO.  While they begin to create the artwork that would become the album cover for “Operation Doomsday," DOOM also asks KEO to help him create his now signature mask.  Ben Klingon and Del The Funky Homosapien help tell the story of how the mask came to be, and what else the mask was sometimes used for (other than the mask that DOOM wore).

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In this episode, we hear from Kurious Jorge, Kadi, Ben Klingon and Young Guru, as they share how DOOM moved from NY to DC and how Howard University played a key and pivotal role in the creation of his music, his signature style, his debut album and how DOOM wanted the world to see him moving forward. 

They discuss how his trip to DC could have cost him his freedom and a life behind bars, before he would ever have a life of rhymes and bars!

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As ZEV LOVE X deals with the loss of his brother DJ Subroc and the loss of his recording contract with Elektra, ZEV LOVE X begins his migration from Long Beach to Harlem.  He begins to make a new family (The CM Fam) led by Kurious Jorge, Kadi, and the men who held him down creatively and emotionally in Apartment 6G.   The importance of the artistry and camaraderie of those men and woman helped formulate his next move.  

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Zev Love X comes home from tour and is hit with not only the loss of his brother Subroc (killed in a hit and run accident), but creative differences with Elektra Records throw turmoil into his professional life.  With the help of his new found family uptown, know as the “CM Fam," Zev Love X begins to rebuild his life and his career, but with a new viewpoint… and a new name. 

In this episode we hear from friends and family on Doom's mental and emotional state and how the transformation to MF Doom begins. 

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