NFR Podcast Thoughts on BULLY, J. Cole Interviews, Drake Tease & More
Mar 31, 2026
They react to Kanye’s new track Bully and debate whether it signals a real comeback. They speculate about a potential Travis Scott collaboration and critique production and rollout choices. They unpack J. Cole’s recent interviews and how social media bites shape perceptions. They also react to Drake’s Iceman tease and touch on tour plans, new releases, and a sidetrack into Italy vs Bosnia soccer tactics.
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Memorable Restaurant Moments On The Road
- The hosts recount memorable restaurant experiences from Baton Rouge to an upscale sushi spot in New York that felt like an "experience" rather than just a meal.
- Host 2 describes smelling like kush entering the sushi place and being treated with respect despite casual clothing, making the night a standout travel memory.
Bully Feels Raw Yet Promising
- Bully sounded unfinished and demo-like but represented a step up from Kanye's immediate past work, showing promising production touches.
- Hosts highlight strong sample-chopping and specific tracks like Father and King while criticizing mixing and polish compared to classic Kanye albums.
Delay To Improve Mixing And Mastering
- Delay releases to allow mixing and mastering to reach the crispness fans expect from major artists like Kanye, rather than rushing to meet deadlines.
- Hosts argue a few extra weeks for engineers like Mike Dean would significantly improve polish and overall listener experience.