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Sound Waves
Welcome to 'Sound Waves', the podcast where we dive headfirst into the music that’s making waves right now! I’m Jaxon, your friendly music nerd, here to chat about everything from the latest chart-toppers to the underrated gems you need on your playlist. Expect killer tunes, hot takes, and maybe a terrible joke or two—don’t say I didn’t warn you. We’ll keep you in the loop with the latest news and break down the freshest releases, all with plenty of laughs along the way. Trust me, it's always a…
Episodes
Sound WavesDave - Fire In The Booth
Dave’s 2016 "Fire in the Booth" freestyle is a masterclass in storytelling, lyricism, and raw emotion. At just 17, he effortlessly balances tales of growing up…
Sound WavesSummrs - Dark Hole
"Dark Hole" by Summrs captures the moody, introspective vibe he's known for, blending slow, atmospheric beats with lyrics that explore themes of addiction…
Sound WavesDrake - Don't Run
"Don’t Run" is one of Drake’s unreleased tracks that never made it onto *Views*, but it’s packed with his signature blend of cheeky lyrics and smooth R&B…
Sound WavesJackboy - Problems
Jackboy's track "Problems" reveals a more introspective side of the rapper, as he reflects on loyalty, betrayal, and the weight of personal struggles. The…
Sound WavesLil Baby - Dope Boy
Lil Baby’s unreleased track "Dope Boy" is a raw reflection of his journey from the trenches to the top. With production by Quay Global, the song blends Lil…
Sound WavesYungeen Ace - Restlawn
Yungeen Ace’s latest track, "Restlawn," is a raw, unfiltered look into the mind of an artist who’s been through it all. With haunting production and…
Sound WavesLogic - 5AM (Prod. C-Sick)
"5AM" by Logic captures the raw ambition and hunger of an artist on the rise. Written in the early hours, it blends personal reflection with sharp lyricism…
Sound WavesBabyTron - Not A Drill (Remix)
BabyTron’s remix of Veeze's "Not A Drill" brings chaotic energy from the very first line, comparing a fire drill to a tornado, setting the tone for a lyrical…
Sound WavesTravis Scott's 'UTOPIA' Is Platinum
Travis Scott’s "UTOPIA" isn’t just another album—it’s a monumental moment in music. From the chart-topping success and record-breaking vinyl sales to its…
Sound WavesJI - Thinking Hurts
"Thinking Hurts" by J.I. is a raw, unapologetic track that blends brutal honesty with melodic rap. J.I. reflects on past relationships, owning up to his faults…
Sound WavesYeat - X With The Boot Up
Yeat’s track "X With The Boot Up" blends his signature autotune-laced vocals with booming 808s and chaotic energy, creating a futuristic, electronic-infused…
Sound WavesJuice WRLD - Bigger
"Bigger," the highly anticipated unreleased track from Juice WRLD, blends bold flexes with deeper emotions, capturing the essence of his signature sound. With…
Sound WavesDDG - Billie Jean Freestyle
DDG’s bold remix, "Billie Jean (Freestyle)," takes on Michael Jackson's iconic track, blending classic nostalgia with modern rap swagger. With cheeky lyrics…
Sound WavesThe Story of Offset And Cardi B
Cardi B and Offset’s relationship has been a wild ride from start to finish, filled with massive highs and dramatic lows. From their secret marriage to public…
Sound WavesThe Internet Reacts To Polo G's ‘Barely Holdin' On’
Polo G's "Barely Holdin' On" is a raw, emotional track that pulls no punches. Exploring themes of loss, trauma, and resilience, it reflects on the pain of…
Sound WavesWiz Khalifa - Hello (Freestyle)
Wiz Khalifa’s playful twist on Adele’s emotional anthem "Hello" takes a sharp left turn into his signature laid-back, cannabis-infused world. In this…
Sound WavesBabyTron - Luh Tyler Flow
"Luh Tyler Flow" captures BabyTron at his cheekiest, with witty bars, effortless flow, and a laid-back vibe that showcases his unique approach to rap. From the…
Sound WavesEric Cartman - Bring Me To Life (AI Cover)
Imagine Eric Cartman’s signature whine taking on *Evanescence's* iconic anthem "Bring Me to Life." In a surreal AI-generated crossover, Cartman's voice…
Sound WavesLil Durk - Fuck U Thought
Lil Durk’s latest track, "F*** U Thought," brings all the raw energy and street talk he's known for, mixing flexes with introspective nods to his roots. From…
Sound WavesTravis Scott's 'UTOPIA' Expected To Sell 135K Units In Its Third Week
Travis Scott’s latest album *UTOPIA* continues to dominate, selling 135,000 units in its third week, proving its staying power even as critics debate the…
Sound WavesTravis Scott - Swang (Remix)
Travis Scott’s remix of Rae Sremmurd’s "Swang" is a masterclass in turning a track into something that feels entirely his own. With his signature ad-libs and…
Sound WavesThe Weeknd - Another One Of Me (OG) (feat. French Montana)
"Another One of Me (Original)" captures The Weeknd at his most self-aware, blending the moody R&B of his early days with the polished production of his more…
Sound WavesTravis Scott Brings Kanye West Out At His Concert In Rome
Travis Scott’s explosive show at Rome’s Circus Maximus had everything: the debut of his new album "Utopia," a 60,000-strong crowd, and a surprise appearance…
Sound WavesTravis Scott - LOOOVE (Original)
Travis Scott's "Looove (Original)" offers a glimpse into the raw creativity of his early days, recorded around the "Days Before Rodeo" era. The track’s…
Sound WavesMetro Boomin - Till Further Notice (feat. Travis Scott, 21 Savage & James Blake) (OG)
"‘Til Further Notice (Original)" brings together Metro Boomin’s dark, cinematic production with a unique blend of artists—James Blake’s haunting vocals, 21…
Sound WavesTravis Scott's 'UTOPIA' Sells 140K Units In Its Second Week
Travis Scott’s "Utopia" is making waves as it dominates the charts for a second week, selling an impressive 140,000 units in its second round. With tracks like…
Sound WavesKevin Gates - RUMORS
Kevin Gates’ track "RUMORS" brings raw energy and unfiltered emotion as he addresses rumors, haters, and personal challenges. From the opening line, Gates sets…
Sound WavesYeat - Bigger Then Everything
"bigger then everything" captures Yeat at his most laid-back and confident, blending futuristic beats with his signature offbeat lyrics. The track’s playful…
Sound WavesHow Playboi Carti And Lil Uzi Vert Changed Hip-Hop
Playboi Carti and Lil Uzi Vert aren’t just making music—they're shifting the culture of hip-hop. From Carti’s raw, rebellious energy on "Die Lit" and "Whole…
Sound WavesB-Lovee - Who Bugging
B-Lovee’s latest track, "Who Bugging," captures the raw energy of Bronx drill with relentless bars and a beat that demands attention. From the intense hook…
Sound WavesSummrs - on da bible
Summrs’ latest track, "On Da Bible," brings a raw and emotional journey through personal struggles, loyalty, and loss, all wrapped in his signature Pluggnb…
Sound WavesMecna - 31/07
Mecna’s track "31/07" taps into that bittersweet feeling when summer just isn’t all it’s cracked up to be. Set against a haunting sample from Aphex Twin’s…
Sound WavesTravis Scott - MY EYES (Demo)
Travis Scott’s track "MY EYES (Demo)" from the album "Utopia" showcases a fascinating blend of introspection and flexing, merging a dreamy, melancholic sound…
Sound WavesYungeen Ace - I'm Not Alright, Not Okay
Yungeen Ace’s track "I'm Not Alright, Not Okay" is a raw and emotional exploration of mental health, trauma, and the pain of loss. With lyrics like "I'm not…
Sound WavesHow J. Cole Changed Hip-Hop
J. Cole’s journey from Fayetteville to the top of hip-hop is a masterclass in staying true to yourself while making an impact. From the raw hunger of "The Come…
Sound WavesDDG - Scroll Up
"Scroll Up" by DDG captures the raw frustrations of fame in a world where everyone’s got an opinion but no one really knows the full story. With lyrics like…
Sound WavesTravis Scott, Playboi Carti & Sheck Wes - FEIN (Original Version)
Travis Scott’s *Utopia* track "FEIN," featuring Playboi Carti and Sheck Wes, is pure chaos wrapped in a hypnotic, bass-heavy beat. With Travis setting the…
Sound WavesShindy - EY MA
Shindy’s latest single, "EY MA," brings his signature smooth, laid-back style, blending nostalgic nods to the early 2000s with a fresh, 2023 vibe. Borrowing…
Sound WavesFans Are Concerned About NBA Youngboy
NBA YoungBoy's recent behavior has sparked concern from fans as his health and mental well-being come into question. With a series of cryptic Instagram posts…
Sound WavesCordae - Make Up Your Mind
Cordae's "Make Up Your Mind" captures the frustration and confusion of modern relationships, mixing playful cheekiness with real emotional tension. The track…
Sound WavesTravis Scott & Young Thug - SKITZO
Travis Scott and Young Thug's track "SKITZO" off "Utopia" is a wild, chaotic ride through shifting beats and flows that capture the paranoia and tension the…
Sound WavesTravis Scott & Kid Cudi - LOOOVE
Travis Scott and Kid Cudi’s long-awaited track "LOOOVE" blends the high-energy chaos of fame with moments of introspection, capturing both the euphoria and…
Sound WavesSkeng - Shalalala
Skeng’s latest track, "Shalala," is a cheeky, unpredictable ride from start to finish. It starts off innocently enough with a trip to the market but quickly…
Sound WavesSummrs - always winnin
Summrs’ latest track "Always Winnin’" showcases his signature pluggnb sound with smooth, auto-tuned vocals dripping over spacey, laid-back production. The…
Sound WavesSNOT - BAGGY JEANS & BOTTEGA FREESTYLE
$NOT’s track “Baggy Jeans & Bottega” mixes gritty street life with a luxury twist, balancing baggy jeans with high-end Bottega shoes, creating a contrast that…
Sound WavesSleepy Hallow - On The Radar Freestyle
Sleepy Hallow’s "On The Radar Freestyle" brings his signature laid-back delivery with sharp lyricism over a haunting drill beat, blending clever wordplay and…
Sound WavesDDG - Permanent Breakup
"Permanent Breakup" by DDG offers a raw and emotionally charged look into the rapper's personal struggles following the end of his relationship with Halle…
Sound WavesTravis Scott & The Weeknd - CIRCUS MAXIMUS
Travis Scott and The Weeknd team up for "CIRCUS MAXIMUS," a high-energy track from Scott’s latest album, *UTOPIA*. Blending chaotic production with reflective…
Sound WavesTravis Scott - TELEKINESIS (feat. Future & SZA)
"TELEKINESIS" brings together Travis Scott, Future, and SZA in a sonic journey through introspection, flexes, and otherworldly vibes. The track fuses eerie…
Sound WavesBurna Boy - Big 7
In "Big 7," Burna Boy delivers a laid-back yet bold anthem full of swagger and confidence, showing off his global success while paying tribute to legends like…
Sound WavesBabyTron - RNF
"RNF" by BabyTron is a wild ride of clever wordplay, chaotic energy, and unexpected humour, all wrapped up in a freestyle born from a literal runny nose…
Sound WavesThe Impact of Kanye West
Kanye West has left an undeniable mark on music and pop culture, constantly shifting the landscape with his innovative sound and bold moves. From the…
Sound WavesThe Nardwuar Story
Nardwuar the Human Serviette is a one-of-a-kind figure in music journalism, known for his eccentric interviews and mind-blowing research. From surprising…
Sound WavesThe Rise of AI Music, And The Potentially Disastrous Consequences
AI is already changing the way music is made, from tracks that sound eerily like "Bad Bunny" and "Justin Bieber," to entire albums composed by algorithms like…
Sound WavesHow Chicago Started Drill Music
Chicago's South Side birthed drill music in the early 2010s, reflecting the gritty reality of life in a city gripped by violence. Artists like Chief Keef, Lil…
Sound WavesThe Legacy of XXXTentacion
XXXTentacion’s legacy is as complex as the man himself—marked by a raw, emotional vulnerability that revolutionized the rap game while being shadowed by…
Sound WavesThe Downfall of Lyrical Rap (Part 2)
Lyrical rap has taken a backseat in today's music landscape, with streaming, TikTok, and playlist culture shifting the focus toward quick, catchy hooks rather…
Sound WavesThe Downfall of Lyrical Rap (Part 1)
Lyrical rap has seen its spotlight fade in the mainstream, with artists like Kendrick Lamar and J. Cole being the rare exceptions on today’s radio waves. The…
Sound WavesJ. Cole’s ‘1985 Effect’
J. Cole's "1985" isn’t just a song—it’s a reflection on fame, youth, and the fleeting nature of success in the rap game. Through sharp, insightful lyrics, he…
Sound WavesThe Tragic Story of King Von
King Von's life was a wild mix of talent, chaos, and storytelling that put him at the forefront of Chicago’s drill scene. Growing up in the notorious O’Block…