GROUNDWAVES PODCAST
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Podcast Overview
<p class="tdfocus-1771828331830">Hosted by LA Hip Hop legend MURS, The Groundwaves Podcast 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.</p><p class="tdfocus-1771828331830"><br></p><p class="tdfocus-1771828331830">Find out more about Groundwaves here:</p><p class="tdfocus-1771828331830"><a href="https://www.groundwaveshiphop.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.groundwaveshiphop.com/</a></p><p class="tdfocus-1771828331830"><br></p><p class="tdfocus-1771828331830">Follow Groundwaves on IG:</p><p class="tdfocus-1771828331830"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/groundwaveshiphop" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/groundwaveshiphop</a></p><p class="tdfocus-1771828331830"><br></p><p class="tdfocus-1771828331830"><br></p><p class="tdfocus-1771828340162"><br></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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2/23/2026
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Recent Episodes
June 23, 2026
The Culture, The Community, & The Cypher with Owsin Benjamin pt. 2
<p>In the second half of a two-part episode, Murs continues his conversation with Oswin Benjamin, who shared how his path to success was led by impromptu performances in elite cyphers, grabbing the attention of greats like Robert Glasper, Royce Da 5'9, and his ultimate inspiration, Lupe Fiasco.</p><p class="tdfocus-1782277935503"><br></p><p class="tdfocus-1782277935503">Oswin explained how keeping his skills sharpened and ready at all times became more important than any traditional means of climbing the industry ladder, and how community and culture built and sustained his career.</p><p><br></p><p class="tdfocus-1782277951677">Follow Oswin on Instagram:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/oswinbenjamin" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.instagram.com/oswinbenjamin</strong></a></p><p class="tdfocus-1781633180405">Sign Up For Groundwaves Open Mic Chicago:</p><p class="tdfocus-1781633384515"><a href="https://linktr.ee/groundwavesRSVP" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://linktr.ee/groundwavesRSVP</strong></a></p><br><p>Find out more about Groundwaves here:</p><p class="tdfocus-1781633405029"><a href="https://www.groundwaveshiphop.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.groundwaveshiphop.com/</strong></a></p><br><p>Follow Groundwaves on IG:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/groundwaveshiphop" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.instagram.com/groundwaveshiphop</strong></a></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
June 16, 2026
Kingdom Come Up with Oswin Benjamin pt. 1
<p class="tdfocus-1781633667371">In this first half of a two-part episode, Murs speaks with Oswin Benjamin, an emerging artist with deep roots in the church and a unique journey into the world of hip-hop. Recorded at the beautiful National Public Housing Museum in Chicago, the episode highlights the intersection of community, culture, and come up.</p><p class="tdfocus-1781633745921"><br></p><p class="tdfocus-1781633775528">Oswin shares his experiences growing up in Brooklyn and the challenges he faced transitioning to life upstate. He recounts his early days in music, from singing in church competitions to initially discovering rap solely through Christian artists. He opens up about his creative process, the significance of mentorship, and how he found his voice in a genre that initially felt foreign.</p><p class="tdfocus-1781633764535"><br></p><p>Follow Oswin on Instagram:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/oswinbenjamin/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/oswinbenjamin</a></p><p class="tdfocus-1781633180405">Sign Up For Groundwaves Open Mic Chicago:</p><p class="tdfocus-1781633384515"><a href="https://linktr.ee/groundwavesRSVP" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://linktr.ee/groundwavesRSVP</strong></a></p><br><p>Find out more about Groundwaves here:</p><p class="tdfocus-1781633405029"><a href="https://www.groundwaveshiphop.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.groundwaveshiphop.com/</strong></a></p><br><p>Follow Groundwaves on IG:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/groundwaveshiphop" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.instagram.com/groundwaveshiphop</strong></a></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
April 27, 2026
Hometown Hero with Oble Reed
<p>In episode four of the Groundwaves Podcast, host Murs welcomes Oble Reed, a rising star from Seattle who shares his journey through the hip-hop landscape. The episode dives deep into Oble's unique path, from his early days as the regrettably named Moondrop to his current work that embraces community and collaboration.</p><br><p>Murs and Oble discuss the power of mentorship, the importance of authenticity in artistry, and the vibrant culture of Seattle's music scene. Oble opens up about his experiences building a creative team, the significance of community-driven events like Open Sessions, and his vision for the future of hip-hop.</p><br><p>Check out more from Oble here:</p><p><a href="https://www.oblereed.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.oblereed.com/</a></p><br><p>Sign Up For Groundwaves Open Mic Chicago 4/28-5/3:</p><p><a href="https://linktr.ee/groundwavesRSVP" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://linktr.ee/groundwavesRSVP</a></p><p class="tdfocus-1771827847608">Find out more about Groundwaves here:</p><p class="tdfocus-1771827847608"><a href="https://www.groundwaveshiphop.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.groundwaveshiphop.com/</a></p><p class="tdfocus-1771827847608"><br></p><p class="tdfocus-1771827847608">Follow Groundwaves on IG:</p><p class="tdfocus-1771827847608"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/groundwaveshiphop" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/groundwaveshiphop</a></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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- What is GROUNDWAVES PODCAST?
<p class="tdfocus-1771828331830">Hosted by LA Hip Hop legend MURS, The Groundwaves Podcast 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.</p><p class="tdfocus-1771828331830"><br></p><p class="tdfocus-1771828331830">Find out more about Groundwaves here:</p><p class="tdfocus-1771828331830"><a href="https://www.groundwaveshiphop.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.groundwaveshiphop.com/</a></p><p class="tdfocus-1771828331830"><br></p><p class="tdfocus-1771828331830">Follow Groundwaves on IG:</p><p class="tdfocus-1771828331830"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/groundwaveshiphop" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/groundwaveshiphop</a></p><p class="tdfocus-1771828331830"><br></p><p class="tdfocus-1771828331830"><br></p><p class="tdfocus-1771828340162"><br></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates daily.
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Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.
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