Underground Rap Hero and West Coast Legend Murs, makes his case for why he is the best rapper in L.A. In each episode, Murs breaks down one album from his massive discography of classics from the 90s to today.
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In this third episode covering his debut solo album on Strange Music, "Have A Nice Life", Murs breaks down the E-40-assisted track "PTSD," outlining the personal experiences behind the lyrics and telling the story of its origin.
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Buy the new album "Love & Rockets 3:16 (The Emancipation)" now on vinyl, tape, and CD:
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Listen to Murs' other show, The Groundwasves Podcast:
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Purchase Murs' new book, Tour Story Vol. 1, and exclusive F.A.M.I.L.Y themed shirts:
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Buy the new album "Love & Rockets 3:16 (The Emancipation)" now on vinyl, tape, and CD:
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24 Mar 2026TRANSCRIPT
Best Rapper In L.A. Presents: Groundwaves Podcast Ep #03 Nerdcore with Mega Ran
BEST RAPPER IN L.A. PRESENTS....THE GROUNDWAVES PODCAST (https://linktr.ee/groundwavespodcast?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=b8d6232e-548a-40d6-874f-cf4d4020d4f9)
In this special sneak peek at Murs' new show, THE GROUNDWAVES PODCAST (https://linktr.ee/groundwavespodcast?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=b8d6232e-548a-40d6-874f-cf4d4020d4f9), he sits down with the multi-talented Mega Ran, a Grammy-nominated rapper who has carved out a unique niche in the world of nerdcore. They explore Mega Ran's journey from a kid in Philadelphia to becoming a respected figure in both hip-hop and gaming culture. Murs and Mega Ran discuss the importance of authenticity in music, the intersection of hip-hop and video games, and the evolution of the nerdcore genre.
The conversation dives into Mega Ran's experiences, including his early influences, the creation of his iconic Mega Man-inspired tracks, and the impact of community on his career. They also touch on the significance of mentorship and the power of creating safe spaces for artists to express themselves. Join Murs and Mega Ran as they celebrate the richness of hip-hop culture and the importance of staying true to oneself.
Find out more about Mega Ran and his work:
https://megaran.com/ (https://megaran.com/)
Find out more about Groundwaves here:
https://www.groundwaveshiphop.com/ (https://www.groundwaveshiphop.com/)
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Sign Up For Groundwaves Open Mic Chicago 3/24-3/29:
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Purchase Murs' new book, Tour Story Vol. 1, and exclusive F.A.M.I.L.Y themed shirts:
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Buy the new album "Love & Rockets 3:16 (The Emancipation)" now on vinyl, tape, and CD:
https://www.mellomusicgroup.com/collections/murs (https://www.mellomusicgroup.com/collections/murs)
Follow Best Rapper In L.A. on IG:
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Listen to Murs' Groundwaves Podcast here:
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4 Mar 2026TRANSCRIPT
BRILA PRESENTS: GROUNDWAVES - The Who? What? and Why? with Murs
BEST RAPPER IN L.A. PRESENTS....THE GROUNDWAVES PODCAST (https://linktr.ee/groundwavespodcast?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=b8d6232e-548a-40d6-874f-cf4d4020d4f9)
In this special sneak peek at Murs' new show, THE GROUNDWAVES PODCAST (https://linktr.ee/groundwavespodcast?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=b8d6232e-548a-40d6-874f-cf4d4020d4f9), Murs takes you inside one of the nation's premier hip-hop community-building programs. Each episode features intimate conversations with established artists sharing their favorite mentorship moments and stories from the Groundwaves stages throughout the country. Discover how a West Coast rap icon is building real-life community in the digital age, one open-mic at a time. This is where raw talent meets seasoned wisdom, and where the future of hip-hop is being shaped.
In this premiere episode, Murs introduces himself and the Groundwaves program. He breaks down a day in the life of a Groundwaves participant in its current iteration in Chicago 2026. The legendary MC goes on to offer background on his career, the open-mic scene that inspired him as a young artist, and what led him to develop Groundwaves.
Subscribe to Groundwaves Podcast here:
https://linktr.ee/groundwavespodcast (https://linktr.ee/groundwavespodcast)
Find out more about Groundwaves here:
https://www.groundwaveshiphop.com/ (https://www.groundwaveshiphop.com/)
Follow Groundwaves on IG:
https://www.instagram.com/groundwaveshiphop (https://www.instagram.com/groundwaveshiphop)
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Apple Podcasts (US)
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134 ratings
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