Hip-Hop Hidden Gems is all about celebrating the music that has shaped a generation (or two). The show, hosted by TheMoJoKing & Willie Freeman (AKA Vision) will focus on the artforms undervalued and underappreciated. Each episode will be dedicated to a song that didn't receive it's proper shine upon its initial release. Mo and Willie will revisit each track, and discuss its strengths and weaknesses. They also will provide interesting tidbits of information about the songs and the artists behind the music.
For hardcore hip-hop fans HHHG will provide a sense of nastalgia.
For more modest fans HHHG may be a chance to learn something new.
But for all hip hop fans HHHG will be a celebration. Come party with us.
*HHHG will now be created in seasons, so each artist can be given the deep dive that their talent deserves.
From the outset, Outkast members Big Boi & Andre 3000, proved to be very talented artists. Still, it is doubtful that many who heard their debut album "Southernplayalisticadillacmuzik" fully understood they were listening to future legends. Andre 3000 in particular is now considered one of the greatest MC's ever. With each Outkast release he seemed to change, to grow, to transcend into a superstar equally respected by the mainstream and the most stringently devoted Hip-Hop fans.
In this short episode of "1 Jewel: 1 Verse" Willie & Mo discuss how Andre 3K may have gave us all an early hint of his other worldly transformation from star to an "Exterrestrial" superstar.
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15 Feb 2023
Love, Hip-Hop & the Great Angela Winbush
It's Valentines Day, and Hip-Hop Hidden Gems is bring the love. We start out by talking about some our favorite Hip-Hop love songs. The we get to our main artist of the episode, the legendary Angela Winbush. It's a bit of a curve ball from Mo & Willie, but it's a beautiful one. Come with us as we bask in the glory that is Angela.
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7 Feb 2023
Lupe Fiasco - 1 Jewel, 1 Verse
February, black history month, will be a very active one for the Hip-Hop Hidden Gems. After a bit of a break it will be full gas for the next upcoming weeks. First up is a special feature from fellow 19 Media Group podcaster Tyler Mcdowell-Blanken.
Tyler is one half of the Gimmick Infringement Podcast and shows off his versatility here laying out the scene of a song that influenced his adolescence. Tyler sets his sights on a 2006 classic. The song meant a lot to him growing up, and he vividly explains why it should mean a ton to you as well.
Hip-Hop Hidden Gems presents One Jewel-One Verse: Lupe Fiasco.
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You can find us on twitter @:
Mo @APowerMoJo
Willie @Williefreeman
Special Thanks to:
Tyler Mcdowell-Blanken & The Gimmick Infringement Podcast:
Tyler @TylerJMcDowell
Brad @WindDuster
Gimmick Infringement @GIPod19
GimmickInfringementPod.com
Also Thanks to:
D Skillz Harris: @DskillzHarris
The Album: https://downbylaw4life.bandcamp.com/album/liberated-scarfaces
And of Course:
19 Media Group: @19MGroup
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18 Oct 2022
Nas- 1Jewel, 1 Verse
Welcome to another episode of "1 Jewel, 1 Verse". Where Hip-Hop Hidden Gems takes a deep dive into a special verse.
Who is the greatest rapper of all time? That is a question that has started many debates.
Everyone has an opinion, and many of these opinions clash. However there are a hand full of rappers who are sure to be in that conversation.
Nas is one of those names.
So how did the Hidden Gems crew sneak a song by Nasir Jones onto their podcast? It's pretty simple really. Have you heard the song "Last Words" before? Probably not. The track off of Nas' 1999 album Nastradamus has seemed to be forgotten in time, but deserves another look. It is a true example of a M.C. worthy of being considered the GOAT.
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14 Sept 2022
Chino XL
Not many, if any, straddle the line between obscurity and royalty like Chino XL. For many Chino is one of the best lyricist to ever touch a microphone. For others he is just the guy that Tupac dissed at the end of "Hit Em Up".
He is Hip-Hop's forgotten son. (Maybe)
He is also a Hip-Hop legend. (Definitely)
Hip-Hop Hidden Gems podcast is back with a full length episode, and it is action packed! Join TheMoJoKing & Willie Freeman as they discuss the thin line between success & "selling out". Following that discussion the focus turns onto the great and misunderstood Chino XL.
Some of the topics discussed include:
- Chino's early life & how he transformed his pain into a strength.
- His connections to New Jersey Hip-Hop royalty.
- His controversial debut album "Here to Save You All".
- The perfection within the chaos of "Kreep".
- Chino being compared to Eminem
- "Riiiot!". How did Chino XL & Ras Kass get together?
- Tupac vs Chino XL. A FULL breakdown.
- Chino's follow up album "I Told You So"
- Is there a story within his album covers? Willie is convinced there is.
- The biggest mistake of the 2nd album. And it is HUGE!
- The absolute greatness of Chino XL!
And why he may need to be taken is small
doses.
- What is Chino XL doing today? Big things!
- Chino's interaction with Hip-Hop Hidden Gems.
- And of course the Hidden Gem song selection!
All of that and much more, including Rick Rubin, a comic book & a gerbil. Hip-Hop Hidden Gems is bringing it all!
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Mo @APowerMoJo
Willie @Williefreeman
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And special thanks to:
Chino XL @chinoxl
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5 Aug 2022
Gza of Wu Tang - 1 Jewel- 1 Verse
While Willie and Mo continue to work on the next full episode of Hip-Hop Hidden Gems they enlisted some help this week for 1 Jewel- 1 Verse.
Desmond of the Hip 2 Da Game podcast brings his unique skills to the HHHG courts.
It's a cross over that Allen Iverson would be proud of as Desmond breaks down a verse of a true Genius, Wu Tang Clans' Gza. You won't want to miss the action, it's fan-tastic!
Both Hip 2 Da Games and Hip Hop Hidden Gems are part of the 19 Media Group.
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and
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19 Jul 2022
1 Jewel: 1 Verse - O.C. (Times Up)
Hip-Hop Hidden Gems returns to break down one of the best of 90's, O.C.'s "Times Up".
Although O.C. may not be a household name these days in the early 1990's he dropped an absolute classic. Times Up was, for many, the anthem of a hip-hop generation. This lyrical onslaught, combined with masterful production was a masterpiece. Times Up was a song dedicated to keeping the art of hip-hop real and honest. There was a battle going on for hip-hop's soul and O.C. used all of his talent to try to save it.
If you like what you are hearing please like, subscribe and tell a friend!
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TheMoJoKing: on Twitter @APowerMoJo or Instagram @TheMoJoKing
Willie Freeman: on Instagram @ willie.freeman.3rd
Special Thanks to the talented lyricist KnowItAll for coming thru.
You can find him and/or his music here: linktr.ee/Knowitallnyc1
4 Jul 2022
1 Jewel: 1 verse - Chuck D (Public Enemy)
Hip-Hop Hidden Gems returns with a 1 Jewel: 1 Verse episode focuses on the Rhyme Animal himself, Public Enemy's front man Chuck D.
P. E. will go down in the history books as one of the greatest bands in American history.
They taught a generation to Fight the Power & to Bring The Noise. Hip-Hop music as a whole was the sound of rebellion, but few went at it harder than these legends.
And now Willie and Mo remind us all of the power of The Rebel With Out A Pause.
Show Em What Ya Got gentlemen.
19 Jun 2022
THE FATHERS DAY EPISODE
Welcome to the Hip-Hop Hidden Gems tribute to all the dads out there. In this Father’s Day special Willie and Mo talk about some of their favorite celebrations of the father/child relationship in hip-hop. Included in this episode: Jay-Z, Nas, The Game, DMX, Juelz Santana, Will Smith & Shaquille O’Neal.
Then the hosts focus on two of their favorite songs about fatherhood ever produced in hip-hop:
“The Foundation” by Xzibit & “Father’s Day” by Chino XL.
Finally Willie & Mo turn their attention to the next generation, the kids of the art form:
Wu Tang, Ice Cube, Eazy-E, E-40, Big Pun & Ras Kass have all sired some talented children.
Come celebrate with us.
Happy Father’s Day.
15 Jun 2022
1 Jewel: 1 Verse -Scarface
Welcome to the second edition of HHHG's mini episodes named "1 Jewel: 1 Verse". This episode will focus on one of the verses that Scarface penned for the iconic Geto Boys song "My Minds Playing Tricks on Me". In this quick conversation Willie and Mo breakdown the majestic bars and explain why they believe it is one of the most powerful verses ever written.
(And never fear loyal listeners, a full episode is on the horizon.)
9 May 2022
1 Jewel: 1 Verse - Lauryn Hill
Welcome to the premiere mini episode of Hip-Hop Hidden Gems named "1 Jewel: 1 Verse".
While we take our time to construct our full episodes we know we can not leave our passionate listeners without some gems. So in these shorter verses we will focus on some our favorite verses and explain why we feel they are so special.
In this first episode we will focus on the great Lauryn Hill and her verse on the song "Zealots".
11 Apr 2022
Big Daddy Kane -Mortal Combat
Hip-Hop Hidden Gems was created to celebrate underappreciated artist & songs of the past. While the art form of hip-hop continues to engrave itself into popular culture worldwide, it is a must we give credit to those that paved the way.
On episode 2 the HHHG crew focus on an All-Time great MC, Big Daddy Kane. While Kane's second album "It's A Big Daddy Thing" is known to be a classic to old school heads, it needs to get more appreciation in today's era. Willie Freeman and TheMoJoKing set their sights on one of the hardest, albeit lesser known tracks on the album, "Mortal Combat".
Was it a dis track? Was Kane going after specific top MC's? How was the song produced? Why does this song prove that Big Daddy Kane deserves to be in the "greatest of all time" discussion?
In this fast paced but wide ranging podcast the duo discuss it all. Hitting everything from Kane vs Rakim to Jay-Z Vs Nas to KC and The Sunshine Band and Motown. There is even a little bit about Sinéad O'Connor in there.
Come one, come all....and let's hail one of the greats.
24 Nov 2021
EP1: Gang Starr
Hip-Hop Hidden Gems was created to celebrate underappreciated artist & songs of the past. While the art form of hip-hop continues to engrave itself into popular culture worldwide, it is a must we give credit to those that paved the way.
Coming off their critically acclaimed episode 0 (about the Big Daddy Kane vs KRS-1 Verzuz), the HHHG crew return for their official debut. Here on Episode 1 Willie Freeman & TheMoJoKing take a fresh look at a criminally underrated Gang Starr classic. Yes, the dynamic duo of DJ Premier & Guru did reach some levels of "Mass Appeal" later in their career. However let's set our sights on an earlier time, when Gang Starr's 1st "Step In The Arena".
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15 Oct 2021
EP0: Big Daddy Kane Vs KRS-One The Epic Verzuz Preview
The battle of a generation is upon us.: Kane vs KRS. Verzuz has really taken it to the next level with having these two titans of hip-hop face off. Who will win? What will each do?
Come in and let the Hip-Hop Hidden Gems crew break it down for you. There are many preview shows out there, but Vision and TheMoJoKing have put their blood sweat and tears into Hip-Hop for decades.
The is the definitive sneak peak into the battle that will define a generation.
Intro: 0:00
The Show That SHould've Been: 1:22
Big Daddy Kane: 6:15
Hang With Kane: 20:17
Krs-One: 23:08
The Teacher's Pets: 31:20
Predictions: 35:45
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