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S2 E30 Royce da 5'9

Talk Show

TV-MA

44m

May 16, 2018

The only thing more raw than Royce's universally heralded raps is his off-the-cuff conversation. Royce holds nothing back as he talks about his best friend Eminem, working with DJ Premier, and the state of lyricism in hip-hop today.Featuring: N.O.R.E., DJ EFN, Royce da 5'9

Season 2, 46 Episodes

Drink Champs - LL Cool J

Timeless hip-hop renaissance man LL Cool J sits with fellow Queens native Nore to clear up unflattering rumors about his younger days, relive crushing Canibus' career and for the first time delve deep into a life or death situation with a home invader.

Drink Champs - Wyclef Jean

The world-renowned musician/ rapper, Wyclef Jean talks about being the man of Shakky's dreams, how DJ Khaled's "Wild Thoughts" was inspired by him and having Lauryn Hill, Eminem and Akon locked in his Booga Basement.

Drink Champs - Bun B

The King of the Trill, Bun B, stops by to discuss turning JAY-Z down before "Big Pimpin," how the formation of a UGK and 3 Six Mafia supergroup was halted, and the gloriously flamboyant Pimp C.

Drink Champs - Lil Cease Part 1

Lil Cease Part 1,

Lil Cease stops by "Drink Champs" this week to reveal some gems like what rap legend Biggie almost signed, Big's grand plans for life after Life After Death and for making "The Commission" supergroup with JAY-Z.

Drink Champs - Lil Cease Part 2

Lil Cease Part 2,

Lil' Cease shares even more drinks and hip-hop history gems with N.O.R.E. and DJ EFN; a cameo by Jadakiss.

Drink Champs - Adrien Broner

Boxing's most infamous trash talker speaks on his up-and-down relationship with Floyd Mayweather, gives a prediction on Money May's fight against Conor McGregor, and explains why he deserves respect in the ring and on the mic as a rapper.

Drink Champs - Trina

As hip-hop legend Trina plans to drop a duet LP with longtime mic running mate Trick Daddy, she opens up on her breakout moment with T Double D almost 20 years ago, and gives scathing commentary on the lack of female unity in society & entertainment.

Drink Champs - Tech N9ne

Rap legend and global jetsetter Tech N9ne throws a few back while discussing the indie hip-hop community, the wisdom of Quincy Jones, his relationship with the Insane Clown Posse, and that infamous Hot 97 interview.

Drink Champs - EPMD

Trailblazing musicians and businessmen EPMD sit down the Drink Champs crew to discuss their pioneering efforts, LL Cool J's subliminal rap disses about them, and their quarrels with Rakim.

Drink Champs - Estamos Con Puerto Rico

Estamos Con Puerto Rico,

N.O.R.E and DJ EFN put the bottles down and pick up the phones for the most sobering episode ever. La La Anthony, Angela Yee and Wyclef Jean call in to discuss the crisis and relief efforts in Puerto Rico and other parts of the Caribbean.

Drink Champs - Jermaine Dupri

Jermaine Dupri,

Jermaine Dupri candidly divulges never-before-heard stories behind some of his biggest hits, an everlasting friendship, a studio fail, and past romance with three of the biggest pop queens ever.

Drink Champs - Drink Champs at REVOLT Music Conference

Drink Champs at REVOLT Music Conference,

Featuring T.I., Andre Harrell, Angela Yee, and more! The most star-studded episode yet features not just legendary MCs and producers, but trailblazing executives and today's monster media maven, live at the REVOLT Music Conference.

Drink Champs - Irv Gotti

It's the rawest episode yet as Irv Gotti, Murder Inc Records founder, drops by to candidly talk about his drug-hazed hitmaking with Ja Rule and Bobby Brown, and how he gave up a 30-year friendship with JAY Z to align with Nas.

Drink Champs - Steve Stoute

Steve Stoute has been at the center of million dollar deals for JAY-Z, Kanye West, LeBron James, Tom Brady, and Mary J. Blige. Nas' former manager talks about a triumphant return to music with his best friend, legendary producer Tone from Trackmasters.

Drink Champs - The Dream

With countless number ones, for Madonna, Beyonce and Justin Bieber, The-Dream is this generation's most successful songwriter. He talks about coming through for JAY-Z and Kanye West and how Rihanna demanded a hit he wrote for Britney Spears.

Drink Champs - Fat Joe

Legendary hip-hop ambassador Fat Joe talks about his public beef with President Trump, channeling Tupac for a brand new smash single, and why other rappers should choose him to be their executive producer.

Drink Champs - Jim Jones

Jim Jones and his soulmate Chrissy talk to the Drink Champs about "Love and Hip Hop", the legendary Diplomat crew, and Jim's new hustle as a weatherman reporter.

Drink Champs - Wu-Tang Clan

N.O.R.E. and DJ EFN are joined by the legendary Wu-Tang Clan.

Drink Champs - Big Daddy Kane

Big Daddy Kane,

Tales of a Boss Don! Big Daddy Kane mentored JAY-Z, posed nude with Madonna, and brought Biggie and Tupac together for an historic freestyle. The legendarily lyrical "Smooth Operator" tells it all this week.

Drink Champs - Kareem "Biggs" Burke

Kareem "Biggs" Burke,

Roc-A-Fella Records, Kareem "Biggs" Burke built an empire while shaping hip-hop culture. Here he discusses The Roc's origins, how refusing to snitch got him jail time, and who really won that legendary battle between JAY-Z and DMX.

Drink Champs - Baron Davis

Two-time NBA All-Star Baron Davis has always proven that he's up for a challenge, whether it be going up against basketball's best or acting alongside A-listers like Will Ferrell. His latest contest to conquer: Drink Champs.

Drink Champs - Too $hort, Mistah F.A.B., & Yukmouth

Too $hort, Mistah F.A.B., & Yukmouth,

After 30 years in the hip-hop game, Too $hort isn't lacking in stories or game. Lucky for us, he�s sharing both. One of hip-hop's greatest hustlers brings his Bay Area brethren Yukmouth and Mistah F.A.B. along for the conversation.

Drink Champs - Havoc

After Prodigy's tragic death in 2017, Havoc was left to carry on the Mobb Deep legacy for his late partner in rhyme. Now he opens up to the Drink Champs crew and lets the world know his career is just getting started.

Drink Champs - Tony Rock Part 1

Tony Rock Part 1,

Legendary entertainment mogul Charlie Mack, mega-producer Derrick "D-Dot" Angelettie, and timeless MC Ras Kass join the Drink Champs and Tony Rock to talk ghostwriting, rap's ultimate crown, and Will Smith's undefeated knuckle game.

Drink Champs - Tony Rock Part 2

Tony Rock Part 2,

Legendary entertainment mogul Charlie Mack, mega-producer Derrick "D-Dot" Angelettie, and timeless MC Ras Kass join the Drink Champs and Tony Rock to talk ghostwriting, rap's ultimate crown, and Will Smith's undefeated knuckle game.

Drink Champs - Casanova & Kenny Burns

Casanova & Kenny Burns,

New York's next wave of hip hop supremacy, Casanova, and lifestyle specialist Kenny Burns align for a candid conversation around Tekaishi 6Nine, the Notorious B.I.G., the dangers of the internet, and Diddy's greatness.

Drink Champs - Pras

Pras, a founding member of the Fugees, shares untold stories about the legendary group and the next chapter of his career.

Drink Champs - Royce da 5'9

The only thing more raw than Royce's universally heralded raps is his off-the-cuff conversation. Royce holds nothing back as he talks about his best friend Eminem, working with DJ Premier, and the state of lyricism in hip-hop today.

Drink Champs - Matt Barnes

NBA world champion Matt Barnes is busier than ever since retiring. He tells the "Drink Champs" how he wants to show the world the softer side of Suge Knight and how his kids made him forgive Derrick Fisher's Guy code violation.

Drink Champs - Kid'n Play

Hip hop's turn up kings, Kid 'N Play curated good vibes of early '90s rap music. The brothers-in-rhyme unearth gems like how a bet got them to tour with N.W.A. and why Will Smith and DJ Jazzy Jeff weren't going to do House Party.

Drink Champs - Pusha T

Pusha T shares some of his inspiration behind DAYTONA, working in Wyoming with Kanye, how beef started with Lil Wayne, exchanging disses with Drake, J. Prince's comments, and more.

Drink Champs - Jadakiss & Lil' Cease

Jadakiss & Lil' Cease,

Drink Champs alumni Jadakiss & Lil' Cease talk current events with N.O.R.E. and DJ EFN, and discuss Drake vs. Pusha T, rap beefs, longevity in new-age rap, and more.

Drink Champs - Roots Picnic

N.O.R.E and DJ EFN hold court at The Roots Picnic in Philadelphia to talk about legendary stories from tour and rap beefs with Kid Capri, Gillie Da Kid, Capone, 9th Wonder, and a special appearance from Joe Torry.

Drink Champs - Keep The Faith

Keep The Faith,

Faith Evans doesn't hold anything back with N.O.R.E and DJ EFN as she talks about how she got her start in the music industry, her marriage to The Notorious B.I.G., and being at the center of the most famous rap beef of all time.

Drink Champs - Akon

Akon discusses with NORE and DJ EFN how he went from being locked up, to signing Lady Gaga and the economic influence of Africa.

Drink Champs - Fat Joe

Fat Joe sits down with N.O.R.E. and DJ EFN and talks about the state of hip hop today, the influence of the Latino audience, iconic rap beefs, and who is the real king of New York.

Drink Champs - Ja Rule

Ja Rule lays it all out with N.O.R.E. and DJ EFN as they discuss his relationship with JLO, what happened with Fire Festival, and if he and 50 Cent will ever reconcile.

Drink Champs - Marley Marl

Legendary hip hop producer Marley Marl sits down with N.O.R.E. and DJ EFN for a hip hop history lesson on making the song of a lifetime, why he didn't work with a young NAS, and how Kanye West saved his life.

Drink Champs - Swizz Beatz

Swizz Beatz sits down with N.O.R.E. and DJ EFN to discuss everything from his greatest hits, DJ battles, what to expect from his new album POISON, and their home life as a blended family.

Drink Champs - T.I

T.I. sits down with N.O.R.E. and DJ EFN to discuss the 10th anniversary of trap music, his new album Dime Trap, his most recent run in with the law, and if he has any plans on running for political office.

Drink Champs - Talib Kwelu & Dead Prez

Talib Kwelu & Dead Prez,

N.O.R.E. and DJ EFN sit down with original conscious rappers Talib Kweli and Dead Prez to discuss their influence on hip hop, political and social consciousness, and the political fallout surrounding Kanye West.

Drink Champs - Timbaland

Legendary producer Timbaland sits down with N.O.R.E. and DJ EFN and talks about how he got his start and partnered with artists such as Aaliyah, Justin Timberlake and Jay-Z.

Drink Champs - Young Dolph

N.O.R.E and DJ EFN sit down with Young Dolph and talk about growing up in Memphis, how the game has changed, and what steps he took on his own as an independent artist while turning down big deals from major record labels.

Drink Champs - O.T. Genasis

O.T. Genasis sits down with N.O.R.E. and DJ EFN to talk about overcoming the "one hit wonder" stigma, how he crafted his even bigger follow up hit, and how Beyoncé broke his song during her Coachella performance.

Drink Champs - Pleasure P

Pleasure P sits down with N.O.R.E. and DJ EFN and talks about life as a solo artist, to becoming a member of the popular group Pretty Ricky, and the eventual fall out that lead to their break up.

Drink Champs - David Banner

N.O.R.E. and DJ EFN sit down with David Banner to talk about how he feels about being considered a conscious rapper in today’s social political environment, his life as an independent artist, and how he empowers and influences others.

Details

Drink Champs

Talk Show

TV-MA

2 Seasons

44m

Hosts N.O.R.E. and DJ EFN are joined by A-list guest stars for a boozy, raucous, and totally unfiltered show where nothing is off limits... after a few shots.

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