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Episode 230 (Pt. 2) w/ James Cruz, Eric Nicks, Maricarmen Lopez, Shabazz The OG & Hakim Green Oct 06, 2020

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N.O.R.E. & DJ EFN are the Drink Champs. On today’s episode, The Champs chop it up one more time with music executives James Cruz, Eric Nicks and Mariacarmen Lopez (Love & Hip Hop).

We are also joined by special guests Shabazz The OG & Hakim Green. Our guest continue to share behind the scenes stories that you never heard before. As the shots keep flowing the stories continue to get interesting! Make some noise!

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Episode 229 w/ James Cruz, Eric Nicks & Maricarmen Lopez (Pt. 1) Oct 02, 2020

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N.O.R.E. & DJ EFN are the Drink Champs. On today’s episode The Champs chop it up with legendary music executives James Cruz and Eric Nicks.

The guys celebrate the life of the legendary Chris Lightly telling classic stories of their days at Violator and learning the music business through Chris. Sharing great stories of LL Cool J, DMX, Ja Rule and more. Eric shares how he helped LL Cool J earn his first #1 Record and James shares how he helped lock in 50 Cent's iconic business venture with Vitamin Water that shook the game up.

Joined by special guest and television producer Maricarmen Lopez, we debate the perception of the hit television show "Love & Hip-Hop" and much more!

This episode is filled with lots of behind the scenes stories of the music industry that you don't want to miss!

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Episode 228 w/ Pitbull Sep 25, 2020

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N.O.R.E. & DJ EFN are the Drink Champs. On today’s episode The Champs chop it up with Mr. Worldwide himself, Pitbull.

Having witnessed Pit's success first hand, the Champs listen in as Pit relives his journey. From coming up in Miami, Pit was known for his freestyles and battle raps. Pitbull would evolve his career into the global icon we know today and selling over 60 million records along the way.

Pitbull shares how he learned the independent grind and hustle from Uncle Luke, creating classic music with Lil Jon and working with Enrique Iglesias, Jennifer Lopez, Marc Anthony and more.

An episode filled with lots of gems, stories and shots! This is one that you don't want to miss, dale!

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Episode 227 w/ Gillie Da King and Wallo (Pt. 2) Sep 18, 2020

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N.O.R.E. & DJ EFN are the Drink Champs. On today’s episode The Champs chop it up once again with Gillie Da King and Wallo from the show Million Dollaz Worth of Game.

Keeping the good times rolling, Gillie & Wallo continue their hilarious conversation with The Champs,sharing more memorable stories that you don't want to miss! Former NFL Athlete and CEO of 100 Club Live, Tony "The Closer" Robinson also joins the conversation!

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Episode 226 w/ Gillie Da King and Wallo (Pt. 1) Sep 11, 2020

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N.O.R.E. & DJ EFN are the Drink Champs. On today’s episode The Champs chop it up with Gillie Da King and Wallo from the show Million Dollaz Worth of Game.

First cousins in real life, the hilarious duo of Gillie and Wallo banter back and forth with The Champs sharing hilarious stories along the way.

As Gillie and Wallo reveal they were strippers in their past life, the guys also discuss podcasting and the success of their show Million Dollaz Worth of Game.

Gillie discusses his previous disagreements with Joe Budden & Lil Wayne and shares stories of his time on Cash Money and being a member of the group Major Figgas. Wallo shares his origin story, discusses life behind bars, his positive outlook on life and how he continues to elevate.

Lots of great stories that you don't want to miss!

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Episode 225 w/ Smoke DZA and Hovain Sep 04, 2020

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N.O.R.E. & DJ EFN are the Drink Champs. On today’s episode The Champs chop it up with Smoke DZA and The President of Cinematic Music Group, Hovain.

Smoke DZA shares the origin story of The Smokers Club and its evolution through the years. Hovain, most notably known for managing artists like Smoke DZA, Cam’ron & Styles P gives The Drink Champs Army gems on Management 101.

Hovain discusses his previous work with Troy Ave, the pros and cons of working with older and younger artists and more.

Smoke DZA shares how Dame Dash has been a mentor to him, the knowledge he learned from Nipsey Hussle, writing for Sean Kingston, wrestling culture much more!

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Episode 224 w/ Nicky Jam Aug 28, 2020

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N.O.R.E. & DJ EFN are the Drink Champs. On today’s episode The Champs chop it up music superstar Nicky Jam! El Ganador shares his origin story, coming up in Puerto Rico and eventually making the move to Colombia, where he rejuvenated his career.

Nicky shares stories of being JAY Z's tour guide in Puerto Rico, at the age of 12. Nicky talks about his professional relationship with Daddy Yankee and how he's always looked up to him as a mentor. As Nicky talks about his passion for music and melody, he also discusses the challenges he faced early in his career and how his battle with drugs almost took his life.

Nicky shares how he rose to superstardom, his Netflix biographical series "Nicky Jame: El Ganador", the impact of his music and his legendary performance at the FIFA World Cup, alongside the one and only Will Smith and others!

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EPISODE 223 w/ Dave East Aug 21, 2020

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N.O.R.E. & DJ EFN are the Drink Champs. On today’s episode The Champs chop it up with the ultra talented Dave East!

Dave shares his origin story, his come up and the story of how Nas heard his music for the first time! Dave shares his Basketball journey, playing against future MVP’s Kevin Durant, James Harden, etc. Dave also talks acting, loyalty, music and much more.

Dave East & NORE also play "Who Can You Call?" as they call up legendary artists like Nas, Snoop, Mary J. Blige and more via FaceTime.

Lots of great stories in this episode that you don’t want to miss!

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Episode 222 w/ Waka Flocka Jul 31, 2020

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N.O.R.E. & DJ EFN are the Drink Champs. In this episode we light up the flame as The Champs chop it up with the one and only Waka Flocka.

Waka shares the story of his come up in the music industry and learning the business from his mother, Debra Antney who is the former manager of Nicki Minaj, French Montana & Gucci Mane. Waka shares origin stories of working with some of hip-hops heavyweights.

Waka talks his transition to his rap career, Frat Boy Tours and how 360 record contracts hindered his rap career. Waka shares his respect for Drake, his dealings with mental health and debates Donald Trump!

Waka Flocka drops serious gems on this episode that you don't want to miss!

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Episode 221 w/ 2nd Round 2020 Jul 24, 2020

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N.O.R.E. & DJ EFN are the Drink Champs. In this episode we revisit some of our favorite conversations of 2020, so grab your drinks!

Listen as Tha Dogg Pound tell classic stories of working with Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg. We revisit our conversation with Math Hoffa about the current state of battle rap and how he'd like to create a league dedicated to benefit battle rappers.

DJ Envy predicts the future as he announces how he would like to see a VERZUZ battle between DMX & Snoop Dogg, weeks before it happening. Donnell Rawlings checks in with us and shares his legendary “I’m rich, biatch" story. We also check in with LL Cool J, Timbaland, Swizz Beatz, Charlamagne tha God and more!

DJ Khaled also stops by again and shares some motivational words for the DC Family!

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