Episode 1

When did you first fall in love with Hip-Hop?

On the first episode of Motown & Coney the guys talk about when they first fell in love with Hip Hop. Rodney starts off talking about his love affair with Hip Hop and how he growing up not being allowed to listen to Hip-Hop. Tommy’s talks about his family musical background, and the role his grandfather and uncle played in him falling in love with Hip Hop. They take a trip back in time to talk about how important releases dates and cds were back in the days. [9:00] The fellas talk about “BET After Dark.” [12:30] Rodney speaks on how Hip Hop helped him navigate the world as Black man. [16:00] The fellas talk about the impact of Eminem on the City of Detroit. [18:00] Fellas touch on the divide between the new generation and the older generation of Hip-Hop. [26:00] There is a Hip-hop artist for everyone! [30:00]


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Thomas Foster

Mr. Superdopefreshness in the flesh Tommy Eastside Boogie. The music experts expert. Hip Hop just saved me.
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Rodney Fresh

The one only Bowtie Teacher. Student of Rakim, NaS, and Jay. Lover of everything Muhammad Ali.