Beerz & Barz

Episode 198: U.G.L.Y Boy Modeling and his album Durag Emoji

This week we talked to U.G.L.Y Boy Modeling about his new project "Durag Emoji". Listen to his project wherever you stream music. We also chopped up about the next Verzuz matchup featuring Raekwon and Ghostface Killah. 

Beer(s) of the week

- Partially Cloudy - India Pale Lager - ABV: 5.1% (More Brewing Company)

- Space Dust - IPA - ABV: 8.2% (Elysian Brewing Company)

- Harold's 83 - Honey Ale - ABV: 5.3% (Haymarket Beer Company)

 

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Episode 197: Hip Hop Heads Brewery, and the Lauryn Hill Conversation

This week we had the pleasure of talking with the owners of Hip Hop Heads Brewery, from Atlanta, GA. We discussed how they got started, some of the brews they've created, and much more regarding their journey. We also discussed a topic that's been floating around "Lauryn Hill isn't a legend, she just made a legendary album". 

 

Beer(s) of the Week

- Fruit Creep - Double IPA - ABV: 7.5% (Illuminated Brew Works)

- Hopwilder - Double IPA - ABV: 8.2% (Hip Hop Heads Brewery)

- Hop Wave 15 - Imperial IPA - ABV: 8.5% (Equilibrium Brewery)

- Premium Lager - ABV: 4.8% (Two Brothers Brewing Company)

- Citra Patrol - Double IPA - ABV: 8% (The Brewing Projekt)

 

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Episode 196: Texas Winter, The 627 Food Truck Co., and DJ Sparks

This week we talked to our friend Dannie "DJ Sparks". Sparks is a Chicagoland native, currently residing in Houston, TX. He is one of the best graphic designers around, and is currently the social media manager for The 627 Food Truck Company. This Houston based food truck is "An immersion of quintessential Houston cuisine & culture". Sparks gave us the run down regarding the food truck, and shared some of his personal experiences relating to the recent winter storm that went through the state of Texas. 

Music discussed

• Big Ghost Ltd & Conway the Machine "If it Bleeds it can Be killed"

Beer(s) of the week

• Ridiculous AF - PB & Chocolate Russian Imperial Stout - ABV: 11.8% (Saloon Door Brewing)
• Freedom of Expression - Session Sour with Strawberries and Rhubarb - ABV: 4.5%
• Conway the Machine's "If It Bleeds It Can Be Killed"

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Episode 195: Harold's 83 Honey Ale

This week we talked with our friend Sam Ross (@thebrotheratthebar), Co creator of Harold's 83 Honey Ale. This beer pays homage to both the legendary Harold Washington and the infamous Harold's Chicken Restaurant. We also discussed his journey into the beer world, along with how this beer went from the taproom at Haymarket Brewery to being canned. 

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Episode 194: Judas and the Black Messiah

This week we discussed the movie "Judas and the Black Messiah", along with the inspired album featuring many of today's best artists. Have you seen the movie? Did you like it? Have you heard the album? 

Beer(s) of the week

- Original Lager - ABV: 5.2% (Goldfinger Brewing Company)

- Freedom of Assembly - Session Sour Ale with Blueberry and Ginger Flavor - ABV: 4.5% (Revolution Brewing)

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Episode 193 with Dolo Swope!

This week we talked with the talented Dolo Swope regarding his most recent project "The Filthy Poet Tape". Dolo is a talented MC from the East Coast, with clever word play and intricate lyricism. Make sure you check for his project on all streaming platforms. We also gave some 2021 rap predictions. 

Beer(s) of the week

- Flume - Double IPA - ABV: 8% (Battery Steele Brewing)

- Personal Chain Letter - Vanilla Beans Imperial Stout  - ABV: 11% (Pollyanna Brewing Company)

- Velocity of Light - Double Dry Hopped Oat IPA - ABV: 7% (Pipeworks Brewing)

 

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Episode 192: Rashid Hadee, new album from Madlib, and more!!

This week we talked with Chicago MC and Producer Rashid Hadee! Rashid has produced records for some of the best MCs in Hip Hop, along with partaking in a journey himself as a dope rapper, creating the soundscapes over which he flows. We chopped it up about his 2020 EP "6 Packs and Cognac",  and the newest Madlib project "Sound Ancestors". Be sure to check for all of Rashid's work wherever you stream music. 

Beer(s) of the week

- Voodoo Ranger - IPA - ABV: 7% (New Belgium Brewing Company)

- Big Hugs - Imperial Coffee Stout - ABV: 10% (Half Acre Beer Company)

- Straight Jacket - Barleywine Ale - ABV: 15% (Revolution Brewing)

 

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Episode 191 with Shak and KG

This week we reviewed 2 albums, each from female artists that discussed womanhood, love, the past, sexuality and more many more themes from a woman's perspective. It was only right that we brought some feminine energy to the show with our friends Shak and KG. Of course there was beer and liquor involved as well....

Albums Reviewed:

• Jazmine Sullivan "Heaux Tales"
• Cleo Sol "Rose in the Dark"

This Week's Beer (liquor):

• Ciroc VS - French Brandy - ABV: 40% (Diageo) 
• Ginger Beer - ABV: 0% (Gosling Rum)
• Deth's Tar - Stout - ABV: 14.8% (Revolution Brewing)
• Galactic Thoughts - Double Dry Hopped IPA - ABV: 7.5% (Old Irving Brewing Co.)

Disclaimer: This episode does have some audio issues, our apologies. 

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Episode 190 with Matt Linder

In this episode we talked with our Buddy Matt Linder from Sacramento, California. This week we discussed some classic albums from the year 2007, along with drinking some great Beer from Cali and Chicago. 

Our picks for 2007

• Jay-Z “American Ganster”
• Prodigy “Return of the Mac”
• Kanye West “Graduation”

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