NOT 97

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5.1 Featuring Nick Hakim Aug 19, 2019

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For Season Five's finale we invited our friend Nick Hakim—the prolific Brooklyn-based singer, songwriter, producer—to join us at the Noah store. With pure curiosity and a dedication to uplifting talented young voices, Nick introduces us to the multifaceted performer and producer Keiyaa as well as an explosive young New York rapper and artist named Masaii. Dave Jonze comes back from his Swedish sabbatical to close the season with producer Dylan Sitts, we talk Brijean and her unmatched percussion skills, as well as the breathtaking sounds of Choker. Bren Joy impresses with “Scottie Pippen,” Remi Wolf gets stuck in our heads with “Shawty,” and Pandarap rides out with a powerful ode to his mom. Amongst much more.

01 “Show and Tell” by Brijean

02 “do Yourself a favor” by KeiyaA

03 "Lucky" by Choker

04 "Rain Check" by Dylan Sitts

05 “Shawty” by Remi Wolf

06 "2 FOR UR MISTAKES" by Maassai

07 "Scottie Pippen" by Bren Joy

08 "Mom's Eyes" by Pandaraps

09 "Waiting" by CUTTS

Art: Laura Burke

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5.9 Featuring Timmhotep Aku Aug 05, 2019

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On Season Five Episode Nine we sit down with Timmhotep Aku, former editor of Pitchfork’s hip hop vertical Levels, NPR, and now Afropunk. Timm introduces the forward thinking hip hop styling of Slauson Malone and Pink Siifu, as well as unknown London group Sault and their modern, retro sound. We talk Melbourne funk outfit First Beige, and dive into the conceptual world of Jadu Heart. Rashaad brings the latest release from legendary producer and lyricist Snubnose Frankenstein, Genesis talks London newcome V7Backin2007 and Not 97 intern Andrew "Young Cornbread" Brown presents Detroit’s own Supakaine. Amongst much more.

01 "Wanderlife" by Jadu Heart

02 Off Me! “The Wake” Pt. 1 & 2 (feat. Pink Siifu) by Slauson Malone

03 "99 St." by Snubnose Frankenstein

04 "Antoinette" by Kawelo

05 "Pencils" by Supakaine

06 "Details" by First Beige

07 "We Are The Sun" by Sault

08 "My UDDERONE" by Muva C

09 "Hikari Storm" by v7backin2007

10 "MVP" by Collistar

Art: Justin Jenkins

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5.8 Featuring Katherine Friedland Jul 22, 2019

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For today's episode we welcomed Katherine Friedland, the touring manager of the prolific indie record label Mom+Pop. We also welcome back friend and former guest Juicy Jackie to take over while Genesis is out of town. Katherine brings to the table Arthur Moon and their unique brand of off-kilter pop. We introduce multi-faceted New Orleans artist Sol Galeano, a raw, contagious delivery from California’s AntiHana, and the hypnotic sounds of Kadhja Bonet. Amongst much more.

01 "Time" by Ian Kirby

02 "Homonormo" by Arthur Moon

03 "Don't Know Better" by The O'My's

04 "Big Huge Problem" by AntiHana

05 "WHAT'S TRUE TO ME TODAY PROBABLY WON'T BE TRUE TO ME TOMORROW ANYWAY" by Sol Geleano

06 "Origami Dreams" by Christelle Bofale

07 "The Watch" by Kadhja Bonet

08 "Go In" by BIGKLIT

09: "Sex With Us" by Yung Titties

Art: Lea Carey

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5.7 Featuring Anthony Blue Jr. Jul 08, 2019

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The latest episode of Not 97 features Anthony Blue Jr. aka Stonie Blue, one of the most in demand DJs in New York, as well as a talented producer, graphic artist, photographer and more. Blue introduces us to Atlanta's Dos Global, as well as "Sounds Fire," a track he produced from lyricist Jazmin LaBrie. We discuss Kaiya Crawford's strong and subtle single "Sell It," the genre-bending, forward-facing sounds of WOLFE De MICHLS, and break down the global, musical impact of the african diaspora through Obongjayar's beautiful song "Adjacent Heart." Blue also plays us out with a track of his own called "Love on Wheels.

01 "Sell It!" by Kaiya Crawford 02 "WR1TING" by Dos Global

03 "Waste My Time" by Zaia

04 "Adjacent Heart" by Obongjayar

05 “Wonda” by Kuma Overdose (feat. Lord Apex)

06 "Sounds Fire" by Jazmin LaBrie

07 "Waves Are Real" by WOLFE de MCHLS

08 "Twist My Arm" by James Droll

09 "Love On Wheels" by Stonie Blue

Art: Anthony Blue Jr.

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5.6 Featuring Athena Koumis Jun 24, 2019

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On today's episode we welcome Athena Koumis to the table. Athena is the current Head of Music Culture and Curation at XITE and former editor at Spotify. We go deep on a range of sounds like London’s 10 piece avant-Jazz collective SEED Ensemble, to New York’s own genre defying band IGBO. We discuss a mesmerizing delivery from the Long Island band Mr Twin Sister, and a cutting, deeply personal demo from an artist named Chris Miles. We bop with Claud’s “If I Were You,” ride with Slowya.Roll’s “Broken,” and drift out of heartbreak with Baby Rose’s “Sold out,” amongst more.

01 "First Impressions" by IGBO

02 "Afronaut (feat. XANA)" by SEED Ensemble, XANA

03 "Alien FM" by Mr. Twin Sister

04 "Crashed My Bike" by Chris Miles

05 "If I Were You" by Claud

06 "Broken" by Slowya.roll

07 "Sold Out" by Baby Rose

08 "Zero%" by Jean Dawson

Amuse Pick: "Bes'Mam" by Siimba Selassiie

Art: Eric Ramirez

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5.5 Featuring Regina Cho Jun 10, 2019

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We're halfway through season five, and today we're joined by prolific hip hop journalist Regina Cho, known for her work with Billboard, Genius, Hot 97, and more. Cho delivers with two local NYC artists — an explosive young lyricist named Asoh Black! & a smooth, subtle vocalist named Jus. We discuss up-and-coming Chicago wordsmith Brittney Carter, left field England five piece AlaskaAlaska, as well as the track "Road Safety," a piercingly sweet offering from Boston-based Cehryl. Amongst much more.

01 "Hooligan" by Brittney Carter

02 "Slow Down" by Jus

03 "Bitter Winter" by ALASKALASKA

04 "Road Safety" by Cehryl

05 "Do Better" by Halima

06 "Foolie" by Asoh Black

07 "Yerrrrr" by L.E.A.N.

08 "Anything (I Got You)" by Huey Briss

Amuse Pick: "Sorta" by Sivonyia

Art: Bianca "Bonk" Rivera

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5.4 Featuring Kristin Corry May 27, 2019

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For our second episode live from Noah NY we welcome Noisey and Vice Music staff writer Kristin Corry. Corry introduces LA-based Dijon and his rich, daring brand of RnB. We play “Mockingbird,” the deeply personal, graceful debut delivery from London’s Uma. We discuss Kwaku Asante’s infectious new single “Say Goodbye,” as well as introduce budding Chicago’s collective Dial Up and their journey of a track “Promo/Lyft Home,” amongst much more.

01 "Fine" by Urbanation

02 "Bad Luck" by Dijon

03 "Mockingbird" by Uma

04 "Scars" by TEGA

05 "Say Goodbye" by Kwaku Asante

06 "Let Up" by YMTK

07 "Life's A Pretty Bitch" by J-Hop

08 "Promo / Lyft Home" by Dial Up

Amuse Pick:"Thug Prayer" by Cocaine Carii

Art: Clara Kirkpatrick

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5.3 Featuring Brandon "Jinx" Jenkins May 13, 2019

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Today's episode is a special episode, featuring a new team and a new home. Dave has gone on sabbatical in Sweden and we’ve welcomed back our friend and former guest, Def Jam publicist Genesis Garcia, to hold his seat. We've also found ourselves a new home, recording live from the Noah store in Soho. Today we’re joined by Brandon Jinx Jenkins, a multi-hyphenate creative and influential cultural voice. We talk East & West coast hip-hop styles with Villain Park, Solomon Faye, and Maxo. We parse apart the subtle multi dimensions of Emawk, and ride the raw energy of Heno, amongst much more.

01 "Adrenaline" by Rachel Chinouriri

02 "Safe House" by Drama

03 "Lovestained" by Hope Tala

04 "Later" by Emawk

05 "No Mans Land" by Heno

06 "Cold Game" by Villain Park

07 "25" by Salomon Faye

08 "Strongside" by Maxo

Amuse Pick: "Beef FloMix" by Flo Milli

Art: Jennings McCarthy

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5.2 Featuring Chidi Himself Apr 29, 2019

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This is a special episode of Not 97, featuring an artist who we played on season one episode one — Chidi Himself. Chidi shares an unreleased track with us, as well as introduces London-based friend and frequent collaborator MTMBO. He also plays a Soundcloud find of his own, California's own Denyah. We discuss Berlin's J. Lamotta's and her playful, dynamic delivery "Back In Town," as well as the shadowy raps of unknown UK artist Saxon. Joy Crookes croones through the instant classic "Don't Let Me Down," and Haviah Mighty turns heads left & right on the marathon rap track "In Women Colour."

01 "Back In Town" by J.Lamotta

02 "CHYIYWHY" by MTMBO

03 "Don't Let Me Down" by Joy Crookes

04 "Oh, Shoot" by bad snacks

05 "Rendezvous" by Saxon

06 "Bring It Up" by Denya

07 "Cola" by Arlo Parks

08 "In Women Colour" by Haviah Mighty

09 "All I Need" by Chidi Himself

Art: Devin Hobdy

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5.1 Featuring Brandon Payano Apr 15, 2019

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We're kicking off our fifth season with New York's own Brandon Payano—a writer, editor, and the US A&R for the influential Youtube show Colors. Yano introduces a bold, mesmerizing track from Toronto's Adria Kain, as well as an intricately woven delivery from up & coming rapper Myquale. We debut the raw, subtle sounds of Riverside, California's Brandon, an explosive new song from soon-to-be pop sensation Destiny Rogers, and dip into the time-worn tradition of Americana blues from Canada's Cat Clyde.

01 "Makeup" by Brando

02 "Blue" by Adria Kain

03 "Apologies" by Destiny Rogers

04 “All The Black” by Cat Clyde

05 "Done" by Zar

06 "Echoes" by Myquale

07 "Lotto" by Tia Corine

08 “Moving On” by Yung Sum

Art: Jake Buhler

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