The Joe Budden Podcast Episode 690 | "Brain Candy" (feat. Elliott Wilson & Benny the Butcher)
Jan 13, 2024
Hip-Hop journalist Elliott Wilson and music artist Benny the Butcher join the JBP to discuss topics such as Hip-Hop journalism, new music releases by Kid Cudi and 21 Savage, the possibility of a future Jay Z album, Stephen A. Smith's response to Jason Whitlock, and the state of Rap. They also cover topics like leadership, grace, power dynamics, and the importance of speaking out in journalism. The podcast features a trivia game, discussions on compensation and maintaining image, as well as debates on controversial incidents and football game predictions.
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Treat Albums As Cinematic Journeys
- The panel praises sequencing and cohesive concepts; artists should craft albums as cinematic journeys, not playlists.
- Do sequence tracks to build mood and reward full‑project listening rather than chasing singles only.
Choose Collaborators For Growth Not Hype
- Benny and the hosts advise artists to know whom to work with: choose collaborators who truly advance your art rather than chasing hype.
- Focus on relationships that contribute to long‑term craft and career growth.
Earning Awards During The Grind
- Benny recalls earning an Emmy and gold record while still grinding independently before recent major‑label moves.
- He uses those milestones to show steady accumulation of credibility over years, not overnight fame.