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Catch Up is a weekly music and culture podcast that examines contemporary hip-hop—where it's been, where it is, where it's going, and what it all means. Hosted by Jordan Sowunmi and James Rathbone.
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Tuesday Sep 24, 2019
Tuesday Sep 24, 2019
On a very special 50th episode of Catch Up, James and Jordan decide it’s finally time that they interview each other about their respective relationships to hip hop. The two reminisce about their first CDs, life-changing concerts, most obsessed over LP’s, and their favorite songs to DJ.
Catch Up is hosted by Jordan Sowunmi and James Rathbone, and is produced by Kyle Fulton. Make sure to follow Catch Up on Instagram, and feel free to get in touch with us at catchuppodTO@gmail.com.
This episode was made possible by our generous Patreon contributors. To find out more about how you can support the podcast please visit our Patreon Page.
Tuesday Sep 17, 2019
Tuesday Sep 17, 2019
This week on Catch Up, James and Jordan take a look at the career of a wildly talented yet maddeningly inconsistent rap star, Nicki Minaj. The two talk about Minaj’s early days as a member of the HoodStars, her breakthrough as a part of Young Money, her incredible track record as a featured artist, and her uneven collection of studio albums.
Catch Up is hosted by Jordan Sowunmi and James Rathbone, and is produced by Kyle Fulton. Research for this episode was provided by Corey Chaltas. Make sure to follow Catch Up on Instagram, and feel free to get in touch with us at catchuppodTO@gmail.com.
This episode was made possible by our generous Patreon contributors. To find out more about how you can support the podcast please visit our Patreon Page.
Tuesday Sep 10, 2019
Tuesday Sep 10, 2019
This on Catch Up, James and Jordan talk about one of the most influential and unique rappers of the decade, Young Thug. The two discuss Thugger’s great early releases like ‘I Came From Nothing 2’ and ‘1017 Thug’, his collaborations with Rich Homie Quan, Gucci Mane and, Kanye West, his classic mixtapes ‘Jeffery’ and ‘I’m Up’, and his expectation shattering studio debut ‘So Much Fun’.
Catch Up is hosted by Jordan Sowunmi and James Rathbone, and is produced by Kyle Fulton. Research for this episode was provided by Corey Chaltas. Make sure to follow Catch Up on Instagram, and feel free to get in touch with us at catchuppodTO@gmail.com.
This episode was made possible by our generous Patreon contributors. To find out more about how you can support the podcast please visit our Patreon Page.
Tuesday Sep 03, 2019
Tuesday Sep 03, 2019
This week on the Season 2 premiere of Catch Up, James and Jordan talk about the increasing critical backlash to one of rap’s biggest stars, Chance the Rapper. The two discuss Chance’s early masterpiece ‘Acid Rap’, his cultural ascendance following the release of ‘Coloring Book’, and the lukewarm reception to his debut album ‘The Big Day’.
Catch Up is hosted by Jordan Sowunmi and James Rathbone, and is produced by Kyle Fulton. Research for this episode was provided by Corey Chaltas. Make sure to follow Catch Up on Instagram, and feel free to get in touch with us at catchuppodTO@gmail.com.
This episode was made possible by our generous Patreon contributors. To find out more about how you can support the podcast please visit our Patreon Page.
Monday Jun 24, 2019
Monday Jun 24, 2019
It’s that time of the year again! This week on Catch Up, James and Jordan do their annual analysis of the XXL Freshman Class, diving deep on artists like Tierra Whack, Roddy Ricch, Gunna, Rico Nasty and many others. They also discuss why this year’s list has the potential to be the best ever, and, of course, highlight a few notable omissions.
Catch Up is hosted by Jordan Sowunmi and James Rathbone, and is produced by Kyle Fulton. Make sure to follow Catch Up on Instagram, and feel free to get in touch with us at catchuppodTO@gmail.com.
This episode was made possible by our generous Patreon contributors. To find out more about how you can support the podcast please visit our Patreon Page.
Monday Jun 17, 2019
Monday Jun 17, 2019
This week on Catch Up, James and Jordan highlight a few 2019 artists, songs, and albums that may have initially been off their radar, but are very deserving of some recognition.
The pair discuss Chicago rapper/singer Dreezy and her outstanding sophomore album ‘Big Dreeze’, Pop Smoke’s new single ‘Welcome to the Party’, Toronto artist SAFE’s debut album ‘Stay’, and Young Nudy and Pi'erre Bourne’s strong new mixtape ‘Sli'merre’.
Catch Up is hosted by Jordan Sowunmi and James Rathbone, and is produced by Kyle Fulton. Make sure to follow Catch Up on Instagram, and feel free to get in touch with us at catchuppodTO@gmail.com.
This episode is made possible by our sponsor Native Instruments, who are offering our listeners 25% off of Traktor Pro 3. Go to native-instruments.com and enter the promo code 'catchup' at check-out to get the discount added to your purchase.
To find out more about how you can support the podcast please visit our Patreon Page.
Monday Jun 10, 2019
Monday Jun 10, 2019
This week on Catch Up, James and Jordan discuss the careers of two rappers who have risen from underground rap communities to achieve mainstream success, Denzel Curry and Skepta.
The pair first discuss Curry, starting with his early days as a part of the Florida supergroup Raider Klan, his underrated debut ‘Nostalgic 64’, and his excellent new studio album ‘Zuu’.
The pair then turn their attention to Skepta, talking about his place in London’s grime scene, his collaborations with Drake, his Mercury Prize-winning record ‘Konnichiwa’, and his long-awaited follow-up, ‘Ignorance Is Bliss’.
Catch Up is hosted by Jordan Sowunmi and James Rathbone, and is produced by Kyle Fulton. Make sure to follow Catch Up on Instagram, and feel free to get in touch with us at catchuppodTO@gmail.com.
This episode is made possible by our sponsor Native Instruments, who are offering our listeners 25% off of Traktor Pro 3. Go to native-instruments.com and enter the promo code 'catchup' at check-out to get the discount added to your purchase.
To find out more about how you can support the podcast please visit our Patreon Page.
Monday Jun 03, 2019
Monday Jun 03, 2019
This week on Catch Up, James and Jordan do a deep dive on one of hip hop’s most talented, yet divisive figures, Tyler, The Creator.
The two discuss Tyler’s early days as the mastermind of Odd Future, his breakthrough album Goblin, his relationships with artists like Earl Sweatshirt and Frank Ocean, his legion of devoted fans, and his excellent new LP, ‘Igor’.
Catch Up is hosted by Jordan Sowunmi and James Rathbone, and is produced by Kyle Fulton. Make sure to follow Catch Up on Instagram, and feel free to get in touch with us at catchuppodTO@gmail.com.
This episode is made possible by our sponsor Native Instruments, who are offering our listeners 25% off of Traktor Pro 3. Go to native-instruments.com and enter the promo code 'catchup' at check-out to get the discount added to your purchase.
To find out more about how you can support the podcast please visit our Patreon Page.
Monday May 27, 2019
Monday May 27, 2019
This week on Catch Up, James and Jordan discuss the rise of one of 2019’s biggest breakout stars, Houston rapper Megan Thee Stallion.
The two talk about Megan’s place within Houston’s larger hip hop tradition, her electrifying freestyle performances, her breakthrough EP ‘Tina Snow’, and her excellent debut album ‘Fever’.
Catch Up is hosted by Jordan Sowunmi and James Rathbone, and is produced by Kyle Fulton. Make sure to follow Catch Up on Instagram, and feel free to get in touch with us at catchuppodTO@gmail.com.
This episode is made possible by Native Instruments, PG Clucks, as well as our Patreon contributors.
To find out more about how you can support the podcast please visit our Patreon Page.
Monday May 20, 2019
Monday May 20, 2019
This week on Catch Up, in the second of a two-part series on underrated rap beefs of the 2000s, James and Jordan focus in on perhaps one of the greatest beef artists of all time, Harlem rapper and Dipset Record founder, Cam’ron.
The pair break down some of Killa Cam’s most legendary feuds: from Jay-Z, to 50 Cent, to yes, even Bill O'Reilly.
Catch Up is hosted by Jordan Sowunmi and James Rathbone, and is produced by Kyle Fulton. Make sure to follow Catch Up on Instagram, and feel free to get in touch with us at catchuppodTO@gmail.com.