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The Breaks – KUTX

KUT & KUTX Studios, Confucius and Fresh

Confucius and Fresh talk all things hip-hop.

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1:09:09

Revamping 6th Street/Snarling Nikki

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2024/02/05

Think 6th Street could use a couple tweaks? Confucius and Fresh do too! They also couldn’t resist a chance to chime in on the Nicki Minaj/Megan Thee Stallion situation. Hip Hop Facts and Confucius Reads the News are both in fine form this week, as is Fresh’s Unpopular Opinion for Austin’s prospects as a “Texas […] The post Revamping 6th Street/Snarling Nikki appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

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38:36

Is J. Cole this generation’s Nas?

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2024/01/29

In commemoration of J. Cole’s 39th birthday, Confucius and Fresh make a compelling argument for why Cole is the Nas of this generation. And if you’re a music manager or thinking of hiring one, the fellas also lay out the cornerstones of competence in Austin. Get that, an Unpopular Opinion about the impact of streaming […] The post Is J. Cole this generation’s Nas? appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

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52:27

2024: Year of the Austin Breakthrough?

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2024/01/22

Confucius and Fresh kick this week off by weighing the odds of an Austin hip-hop/R&B artist breaking out into the national mainstream before tackling the latest from everyone’s favorite controversy-maker – Lil Nas X. Get all that, Hip-Hop Facts, an Unpopular Opinion about hip-hop’s hatred of Drake, and Confucius Reads the News in this edition. The post 2024: Year of the Austin Breakthrough? appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

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59:14

Ranking Wu-Tang’s Solo Albums

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2024/01/15

After a quick back-and-forth about musician work ethic versus entitlement here in Austin, Confucius and Fresh honor Raekwon’s 54th birthday by ranking the first run of solo albums from Wu-Tang clan members. Hear that, Hip-Hop Facts, Fresh’s Unpopular Opinion on the state of integrity in hip-hop journalism, and the first installment of Confucius Reads the […] The post Ranking Wu-Tang’s Solo Albums appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

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36:11

What We’re Looking Forward to in 2024

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2024/01/08

Fresh takes it solo in this first episode of 2024 by giving a forecast of what this new year might have to offer in the world of hip-hop. In terms of resolutions, let’s try and have less “streets” and more music in terms of violence! And while Spotify may be skimping on some payouts, Fresh’s […] The post What We’re Looking Forward to in 2024 appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

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53:32

Looking Back at 2023

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2023/12/18

As we start to wind down for the winter, Confucius and Fresh look back at some of the show’s 2023 highlights before continuing the debate of whether or not the dominance of female rappers will continue into 2024. Get that plus an Unpopular Opinion about establishments exercising discretion, Hip-Hop Facts, and Confucius Reads the News on […] The post Looking Back at 2023 appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

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58:46

Cha’Keeta B Interview

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2023/12/11

The fun kicks off this week on an interview with Austin’s Cha’Keeta B to talk women in hip-hop and her upcoming EP Where the Wild Flowers Grow. After that Confucius and Fresh talk about accountability when it comes to violence against women in music, the baffling ambassadorship of Lil Yachty, and more. The post Cha’Keeta B Interview appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

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1:02:54

Remembering Mixtapes & Steering Clear of Commercialism

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2023/12/04

Remember when mixtapes were almighty? Confucius and Fresh definitely do! Hear their take on the route mixtape culture has taken, plus some strategies to avoid over commercializing the genre in 2024, how The Breaks succeeds in a primarily non-black space and more on the latest episode. The post Remembering Mixtapes & Steering Clear of Commercialism appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

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1:09:49

Diddy, the Grammys, and Andre’s New Groove

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2023/11/27

Between P. Diddy’s salacious allegations, rumors about next year’s Grammy Awards, and of course, Andre 3000’s boldly bizarre return, there’s a lot to cover this week on The Breaks! Hear all that on top of Confucius Reads the News and Hip-Hop Facts on the latest episode. The full transcript of this episode of The Breaks […] The post Diddy, the Grammys, and Andre’s New Groove appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

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18:07

BONUS! ACL Fest with Blakchyl 2023

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2023/11/20

Fresh is out of town this week, but The Breaks still has new(ish) content! In this episode, Confucius and Fresh take the Bonus Tracks Stage during ACL Fest last month. The two interview Austin-born-and-raised artist Blakchyl and discuss what’s up and coming for the hip-hop artist. Enjoy the conversation and for anyone wanting more, visit […] The post BONUS! ACL Fest with Blakchyl 2023 appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

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Talking Hip-Hop: Journalism vs. Gossip

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2023/11/13

Sure, rumors are intriguing. But why has hip-hop talk moved from music journalism to celebrity clickbait? And when it comes to club culture, forget your section! Bottle wars simply don’t rack up to club-wide celebrations. Hear all about it plus Hip-Hop Facts, Confucius Reads the News, and a particularly Unpopular Opinion that may upset Keke […] The post Talking Hip-Hop: Journalism vs. Gossip appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

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48:15

Afrotech and Hubbledvision

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2023/11/05

Confucius and Fresh interview J.M., the founder of Austin's Hubbledvision, and Chicago-based artist Blvck Svm about their musical collaboration and the Afrovision event at this year's Afrotech. Plus Hip-Hop Facts, Unpopular Opinion and Confucius Reads the News. The post Afrotech and Hubbledvision appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

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1:00:42

What Does Artist Cey Adams Have to Say?

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2023/10/30

Confucius and Fresh interview hip-hop art legend Cey Adams, former creative director for Def Jam who designed album covers for everyone from Run-DMC to Jay-Z. They talk about his early days in hip-hop, what it's been like to watch the genre evolve and grow, and his new show "Combinations" at the West Chelsea Contemporary in Austin. Plus Hip-Hop Facts, Unpopular Opinion and Confucius Reads the News The post What Does Artist Cey Adams Have to Say? appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios --

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58:42

MJ as the Bar

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2023/10/23

Coming off of ACL, the fellas discuss MJ (take your pick – Jackson OR Jordan) as the golden standard for success and why it may hold less water these days. Plus, Confucius and Fresh gush about the Hype Williams classic Belly. Hip-Hop Facts enlightens us on how Fabolous got his name and reflects on the […] The post MJ as the Bar appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

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52:27

40% of What?!

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2023/10/16

After Juicy J's comments that there's a 40% decrease in hip-hop, Fresh and Confucius talk about the truth behind hip-hop's perceived drop in influence. Then they talk about whether it's fair to judge Drake. Plus Hip-Hop Facts, Unpopular Opinion and Confucius Reads the News. The post 40% of What?! appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

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53:49

We ARE Playing Y’all & We’re at ACL Fest

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2023/10/09

Confucius and Fresh talk about the idea that this is the best time for Austin hip-hop or not. Then they talk about this year's Austin City Limits Festival, and relive their best and worst ACLfest memories. The Breaks will be interviewing Austin Artist Blckchyl ACLfest Bonus Tracks Stage Sunday, 10/15 from 2:45-3:15pm. The post We ARE Playing Y’all & We’re at ACL Fest appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

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51:09

Beyoncé’s the GOAT

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2023/10/02

Confucius talks about seeing Beyoncé in Houston for night two of her Renaissance World Tour. Then Confucius and Fresh debate whether Drake's fame is getting in the way of his art. Plus Hip-Hop Facts, Unpopular Opinion and Confucius Reads the News. The post Beyoncé’s the GOAT appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

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59:53

Art or Clout?

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2023/09/25

Confucius and Fresh debate what it takes to become a part of Austin Hip-Hop history, and talk about whether artists now are in it for the art, or the clout. Plus you'll hear Hip-Hop Facts, Unpopular Opinion and Confucius Reads the News. The post Art or Clout? appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

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1:01:15

Hip-Hop’s Golden Age?

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2023/09/18

Confucius and Fresh talk to Austin hip-hop pioneer Tee-Double about his career and how it feels to be one of the honorees at The Austin Hip-Hop Awards, Sunday, September 17th from 2pm-5pm at the Austin Central Library. Then they debate whether or not this is the golden age of hip-hop. Plus Hip-Hop Facts, Unpopular Opinion and Confucius Reads the News. The post Hip-Hop’s Golden Age? appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

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53:58

Did Capitalism Kill Hip-Hop?

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2023/09/11

Inspired by a recent article in Defector, Confucius and Fresh discuss the impact of capitalism on hip-hop. Then they talk about Puff Daddy's decision to give Bad Boy artists their publishing back. The post Did Capitalism Kill Hip-Hop? appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

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