David Dennis Jr. has been a fixture within It’s The Real’s The Blog Era. Now, he will launch a new podcast in partnership with Andscape called Rap Stories. The ten-episode podcast will feature the journalist chopping it up with the likes of Wiz Khalifa, Big K.R.I.T, Ja Rule and several others about some of their most influential albums and mixtapes.
“To celebrate Hip Hop’s 50th, a tribute with a twist: We’re highlighting timeless yet underrated albums by artists we love. ESPN’s network, Andscape, sits down with MC Lyte, Wiz Khalifa, Little Brother, Freddie Gibbs, Curren$y, Goodie Mob, Ja Rule and Too $hort, Young Guru, The Lox, Bun B and Big K.R.I.T.,” the show’s description reads.
“Host David Dennis Jr. rewinds time, asking the artists to tell us about one album – its backstory, relevance, and lasting impact.”
Expanding Andscape’s content output, Rap Stories serves as the platform’s latest podcast endeavors. All episodes, hosted by David Dennis Jr., will be available June 1, 2023. To get a taste of the series, check out the teaser below.
