Soul of the Streets

About Soul of the Streets

Soul of the Streets (SOTS): The Living Archive of Culture Soul of the Streets (SOTS) is more than a podcast—it is a culture-driven living archive documenting the voices that shape R&B and Hip-Hop. Established in 2014, the platform has spent over a decade preserving the stories, artistry, and moments that define the culture while recognizing emerging voices before the spotlight arrives. The platform’s legacy includes identifying cultural moments before the world catches on. In April 2014, months before the “Shmoney Dance” became a global phenomenon, Bobby Shmurda and Rowdy Rebel won the Soul of the Streets “Rock Yo Set” competition at the legendary Pyramid Club in New York City performing the record that would later become the NYC classic “Computers.” Moments like this reflect the platform’s commitment to documenting the culture while it is still unfolding. Hosted by G Waterz—a veteran songwriter, vocalist, and artist manager behind BPE (Beyond Platinum Entertainment)—Soul of the Streets brings a perspective rooted in professional artistry and cultural stewardship. With professional credits including songwriting for Freddie Jackson and background vocals for Joe, G Waterz brings a creator’s understanding to every conversation. With 500+ episodes and over a decade of consistent programming, Soul of the Streets bridges generations through in-depth interviews, cultural commentary, and curated music programming that documents the voices shaping music history. Past guests include Valerie Simpson, Melba Moore, Karyn White, Ray Chew, Glenn Jones, Alyson Williams, 3× Grammy-winning producer Darius “Deezle” Harrison (Lil Wayne – Tha Carter III), and Grammy-nominated songwriter Dustin “Dab” Bowie (Beyoncé). Weekly signature programming includes Hip-Hop Saturdays—featuring themed playlists and commentary reflecting the pulse of the culture—and R&B Sundays, celebrating legendary voices while spotlighting rising artists carrying the torch forward. Distributed via RedCircle and available on Apple Podcasts, iHeartRadio, Amazon Music, TuneIn, and more, Soul of the Streets continues to serve as a living archive preserving the voices, stories, and music history shaping the culture today. As the archive continues to grow, Soul of the Streets remains committed to discovering new voices and documenting the next chapter of R&B and Hip-Hop culture. Soul of the Streets — We saw the future first.

Publisher

Gus Lloyd

Category

arts · business · music

Language

en

Explicit

Yes

First episode

12 Nov 2017

Latest episode

31 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

753 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   31 Oct 2026

   Street Antics.. BARZ SPOOKY. Straight Heat. 👻🎤🔥

   This Halloween, Soul of the Streets delivers a wicked mix of Hip Hop heavyweights and rising voices bringing raw bars, street energy and undeniable heat! 💥 🔥 Cardi B, Looze Cannon, Meek Mill, BlandoBandz, Remy Ma, Shyst Vader, French Montana, RichBaby, Connie Diiamond and HBBenii keep the streets buzzing with sounds that hit different! 🎧 Different generations. Different flows. One culture. NOTHING BUT STRAIGHT HEAT! 🔥 Tap in with Soul of the Streets, where real music, real curation and real culture connect. 📲 IG: @bpemusic | @TheHypeNYC 🎤 X: @TheHypeRadioNYC

2. 

   29 Oct 2026

   APOLLO LIBERACE INTERVIEW 🎙️

   🎙️ This week on Soul of the Streets, R&B artist Apollo Liberace joins G Waterz for Episode 101 to discuss his musical journey, artistic evolution, creative influences, and the passion behind his sound. Apollo opens up about his approach to songwriting, finding his identity as an artist, and his collaboration with Minus Gravity on “Smashin.” The conversation explores creativity, perseverance, personal growth, and what’s next for this rising talent in R&B. 🎧 Tap in with Soul of the Streets, where real conversations meet real music. Follow us on IG: @bpemusic | @TheHypeNYC X: @TheHypeRadioNYC

3. 

   25 Oct 2026

   Soul Progress. Consistent Vibes. ✨💜

   🎧🌱 This week on Soul of the Streets, Soul Progress. Consistent Vibes. ✨💜 brings together timeless R&B, fresh talent and soulful sounds that keep the culture moving forward. Avery Wilson, Freddie Jackson, Christopher Williams and Lalah Hathaway bring the R&B excellence, while Lizzen, Ali Caldwell, Chekera, Junior Scaife and Melvin Edmonds Jr. represent the evolving sound of soul music. Plus, this week’s special guest Apollo Liberace teams up with Minus Gravity for “Smashin,” bringing another fresh dimension to the playlist. 🎶 Different generations. Fresh sounds. Consistent vibes. Tap in with Soul of the Streets, where real music, real curation and real culture connect. IG: @bpemusic | @TheHypeNYC X: @TheHypeRadioNYC

Who has been a guest on Soul of the Streets

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Melba Moore
• Mason Dean
• Junior Scaife

Reach and audience

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Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

10 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 48 / 100

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Quality

76

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

51

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