Happy Holidays!! Our Annual Christmas Special returns, and we're gonna be switching and shaking around things this time. This year, we'll be tier ranking some of the most iconic Christmas films of all; including Elf, The Grinch, Polar Express, Home Alone, and many more. Don't forget Tim Allen's knockout classic, The Santa Clause (808s fan favorite). So you better sit back, get comfortable, grab some hot cocoa, and enjoy the festivities! Be sure to check out our audio podcast "808s & Cold...

E-40 is a living Bay Area icon and boasts a catalog of around 28 albums. Today, we're going to travel back in time and break down this west coast legend's gigantic discography. Minds will be blown, laughs will be shared, and speakers will be blown the f**k out. Enjoy our deep dive into the world and musical stylings of E-40. Bray's E-40 playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4uFF3Xh2c14A6tBuY9cb7y?si=FdMO-DphSc28Jv-V6bkBtQ&pi=SWlYFKzzTFmKy Check out Sound Selection's really c...

Wicked 2 review, Pitbull vs Flo Rida, frat rap Mac Miller, and our rankings of the highly esteemed and critically acclaimed coworker rappers from the likes of Dax, Tom Macdonald, MGK, Tech N9ne, Joyner Lucas, NF, and more! Leave a comment!

If you were stuck on an island and could only have 5 hip-hop songs to listen to forever what would they be? Joining us today is good friend of the show and fellow hip hop enthusiast, Mitch! Leave a comment!

Happy Halloween!! We would like to welcome you to a very special episode of 808s & Cold Takes, in which many drinks will be had and many stupid things will be said. Alongside us today are special recurring guests, Maxito and Kadreau of S.A.M.N X. Join us as we discuss all the diabolical things we would do for money, the life changing duality of "bros before h**s", eliminating certain bad individuals from history, and our very many pointless & stupid hip hop convos. Check...

RIP D’Angelo, Downfall of Young Thug, Revisiting Old Takes, Just Blaze vs Swizz Beats, and saying goodbye to our studio for now :( For More 808's & Cold Takes https://linktr.ee/808sncoldtakes Leave a comment!

Catching up, Slept on Albums, Christopher Nolan using AI, and Kid Cudi is RETIRING?!?! Leave a comment!

Doug E Fresh & Slick Rick, Rap songs about sex, Guilty pleasure Drake songs, and then artist Glaze hour. For More 808's & Cold Takes https://linktr.ee/808sncoldtakes Leave a comment!

Ranting off one album wonders, Jeremih vs Ty Dolla $ign, and Cardi B talk in 2025. For More 808's & Cold Takes https://linktr.ee/808sncoldtakes Leave a comment!

And now to introduce our very special guests, the leaders of the "Soon To Take Over The World Movement" (STTOW), coming in with unforgettable smiles, backflips, crowd surfings, AND their very own fashion, everyone know they been the goats.. give it up for Ming, Sid, George, and Tim Jewls of ETC!! For our 10th and final episode of Season 2, Tim Jewls invited us out to Kamp Recording Studios in Tempe to hang out with him and his fellow members of ETC: Ming, Sid, & George. Follow us a...

The man that never stops smiling, voted the most likely to win in a twerk off against his S.A.M.N X brothers, former child model, occasionally makes music.. introducing.. FULLCOURTPLUTO f.k.a Smiley Love Saint!! Join us as we dive into FULLCOURTPLUTO's roots in music & modeling, his family legacy in the music industry, and his new works with the rising rap group S.A.M.N X. Check out FULLCOURTPLUTO & his music! https://open.spotify.com/artist/5OgGL3Qm7ED274A1KElSL4?si=TDOLGtk4Qmq86hU...

And now to introduce our very special guest, she’s been bringing in sounds from all corners of the globe to the Phoenix Valley since 2022, it’s the one and only.. Jo!! Join us as we discuss Jo's path to becoming a DJ, the diverse cultural influences behind her sound, and her many residencies across the Phoenix club scene. Check out DJ Jojo & her work! https://www.instagram.com/theonenonlyjo/ https://www.tiktok.com/@UCHgExTT0IMj4btf0s6OS9Lw Jolieroberts15@gmail.com Dat...

And now to introduce our very special guest who’s been dropping gems since 2015, hailing from Brownsville Brooklyn, with 2 albums, 25 singles, and 1 EP.. it’s the one and only.. Kev the Pope!!! Join us as we dive into Kev's early beginnings into music, his many traveling experiences around the world, and his time being mentored by the late hip hop legend, Sean Price. Check out Kev the Pope & his music! https://open.spotify.com/artist/7iRWaBp4aahE7YsEr5lDu6?si=yoBQvfqwTA6zwenVqwvEr...

And now to introduce our very special guest, this professional photographer has shot photos for as many different forms of media that you can think of, he holds the world record for being the biggest fan of Bad Bunny and Playboi Carti, a member of Steelers Nation and Pokémon enthusiast.. give it up, for Maxito!! Join us as we discuss Maxito's journey into photography, favorite musical artists, crazy concert experiences, and future endeavors! Check out Maxito's work! https://www.instag...

And now to welcome our very special guest. An Arizona newcomer formerly from the Badger State, she’s a mental health advocate and R&B melody machine! With 5 singles, 1 feature, and 1 EP, introducing the very lovely.. Miko Midori!! We spend our time discussing Miko's musical beginnings, biggest inspirations, and future projects. Check out Miko Midori and her music! https://open.spotify.com/artist/2yBy1dj8jjla9PTBESAhY7?si=szUpsxkFSomStZvwsIKxFQ https://music.apple.com/us/arti...

Introducing our very special guest, it's the elusive Arizona music veteran who’s got a PhD in space jazz, with styles that you can’t pin down to one sound.. the singer, rapper, model, designer, knight in shining armor.. Jaiani!! Join us as we discuss Jaiani's many artistic ventures and brands, including the trippy Vantalynx brand, Phantamonia, & more! Check out Jaiani's work! https://linktr.ee/vantalynx https://open.spotify.com/artist/040TggQc4ZgkFTt9eIVDjv?si=qwSEUKYFRaWJqnRvowOQ...

Working together to decide the best of our favorite movie scores/soundtracks with our good friend Jacob Follow us on IG @808sncoldtakes Follow Jacobs IG @cactusjackjacob & @sessionswjam Leave a comment!

Introducing our very special guest, a member of the group whose musical stylings are quote “when Death Grips meets the Strokes”, a particular group that's been rocking shows in the Phoenix valley for well over two years now, it’s one half of the glitched out dynamic duo.. Belgium Tree!! Join us as we talk with Dace about the musical origins, craziest experiences, and future endeavors of Belgium Tree. Check out Belgium Tree and their music! https://open.spotify.com/artist/1aQwbK...

Introducing our very special guest, fresh off the release of two new projects this year alone, the fashion centric member of the Wrth Cinematic Universe, it’s the crowned prince of big booty bitches himself.. Kenny Hilton!! Join us as we explore Kenny's deep history with music, fashion, and WWE. The lore uncovered in this interview will never leave you, as you will once and for all find the true meaning to being rich & pretty. Check out Kenny Hilton & his Music! https://...

For our Season 2 OPENING INTERVIEW, we have ourselves a very special guest hailing from St Louis, it's the man who takes pride in crafting and sewing memories into every piece, and the king of exposed denim.. Introducing, Alexandre!! We spend our time covering Alexandre's journey into fashion and design, his biggest achievements so far, and exploring his future goals for the brand—all while incorporating our special Cold Take segments and unlocking some wild stories from past fashion show ex...