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Shotgun The Aux is a Hip Hop Podcast based in the UK. From boom bap to trap, Tom, Rob, Mick, Ellie and Ash discuss their passion for Hip Hop culture, tackling various rap related topics, and deep dive into their favourite artists and albums, whilst also interviewing some of the most exciting talent within the scene. Shotgun The Aux also serves as a platform to promote new music for up and coming artists who want to get their music heard by likeminded heads out there. You can find Shotgun The ...
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In this episode, we're delighted to welcome back Notts legend, artist, chef, rapper, and all-around nice bloke - Juga-Naut. We delve into his latest album, "Bem II" (Easter eggs and all). Additionally, we discuss how being his authentic self on a record lends itself to creating the best music, the infamous Wilhelm scream, live performances, navigat…
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In today's episode, we have the multi-talented Kid Acne join us to discuss his latest album, "Hauntology Codes," a 10-track project produced by Spectacular Diagnostics. Kid Acne shares his perspective on the crucial role authenticity plays across his creative endeavours, his journey into music making, the catalyst for his return to music, treachero…
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On this episode, Joker Starr joins us to delve into the themes, influences and nuances of his latest album, Gawds Children (produced by DTY FT). We reflect on the battle scene, Joker’s artistic journey, challenging gigs, his live performances with Abstract Orchestra and why we won’t be catching him in the sea any time soon! Follow Joker Starr on IG…
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On this episode and following the releases of “Lord of the North”, “MPC” and “Unruly”, we sit down with Manchester trio - Piqué Roscoe, Rokz Bundy and Matt Kuartz and chat about how they met, collaborating together, future plans and studio antics, as well as unpick Spotify Wrapped and discuss Manchester’s hiphop scene and monthly beat-makers event,…
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On this episode we catch up with rapper/producer duo Reign MC and Sxndshrxw to chat about their banging debut album "The Black Paintings" inspired by Francisco Goya, supporting the Wu Tang Clan, features from The Game, dark subject matter amongst other wild tangents. The Black Paintings is out everywhere now: https://open.spotify.com/album/2fIeWSUK…
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On this week’s episode we go from Bristol to California as Ellie is joined by Mylo Stone, Worms Ali and DJ Frenic to discuss their collaborative project The Shades Series. We delve into the true definition of collaboration, authentic artistic expression and honesty within hip-hop, Shades Series 2, Barbie, the murky underbelly of crystal mining and …
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In this episode, we're joined by the remarkable producer, Big O, hailing from the US. We dive into the world of his extraordinary new concept album, "In The Company Of Others," while also exploring hot topics in the hip hop zeitgeist. Join us as we dissect the Hijack vs. Big Daddy Kane situation, the new series of Top Boy, delve into the complexiti…
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In this episode, the gang is joined by rapper Xanny Dyer to debate drumless instrumentals, Action Bronson's Tiny Desk concert, questionable behaviour at gigs, Eminem vs Melle Mel and much more hip hop related chat. Follow our release radar on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4NuCgBfqitz1D1clqAAal5?si=N-KQbn-MRiyEzhQeyIox5A Subscribe to ou…
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Back to our interview antics on this episode as Rob and Ellie talk to potential aoty contenders King Kashmere and Alecs DeLarge. They discuss "The Album To End All Alien Abductions", UFO congress hearings, pigeon canons, the return of MC Downblast, and generally have a lovely time. "The Album To End All Alien Abductions" is out now on all dsps and …
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Join hosts Rob and Ellie as they explore the Hip Hop zeitgeist in our latest episode, where they delve into Busta Rhymes' moving BET awards speech, a concerning TikTok video featuring Keith Murray, and the mind-bending collaboration of King Kashmere and Alecs DeLarge on their captivating new project "The Album To End All Alien Abductions". Plus, Fr…
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Welcome to this week's episode of Shotgun The Aux. Brace yourself for a critical exploration of AI and algorithms in rap music. Join the gang as they skeptically dissect the pros and cons of surrendering rap to the realm of artificial intelligence. Prepare for a bleak discussion on the potential loss of authentic artistic expression and the looming…
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Since the dawn of hip hop, the authenticity of an artist has always come in to question through their lyrics. Whether it be a depiction of their environment, or extra curricular activities that they may be involved in. But where do the lines blur between real life and artistic license? Is it acceptable to make stuff up for the sake of a dope rhyme?…
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In this episode we reintroduce ourselves by talking about some of the artists and albums that got us into Hip Hop. We then get into a (much heated at times) debate about which UK rappers we think should link up with legendary producer The Alchemist. Follow us on Instagram @shotguntheaux Follow our release radar playlist on Spotify: https://open.spo…
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On this episode we chat to Australian rapper Nelson Dialect about his Hip Hop journey, taking him from Adelaide to New York to the UK and signing with High Focus Record. Nelson's new EP "A SCENIC GLITCH" is out now on the usual platforms and features Planet Asia, Milano Constantine, Sadat X and A.G...go run it up! Follow Nelson Dialect on Instagram…
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On this episode (audio grab from IG Live) we caught up with stand up comedian and rap practitioner Joe "Jester" Jacobs to discuss comedy, horror films, cancel culture, and a healthy dose of rap music. Joe's new album "Moose Solutions" is out now via Revorg Records and is available to steam on all good platforms. Go cop that and run it up because it…
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On this episode, Rob catches up with Brighton rap collective CMPND to chat about their new album "Long Live The Court", live shows, inspiration and other madness. "Long Live The Court" out now on High Focus Records Guests: @cmpndtnt (@wundrizzy @donald_surfaces @_vitstagram_) Host: @cosmsuper @shotguntheaux…
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On this episode we are joined by one of the greatest rappers to grace these shores: Juga-Naut. We chat to Jugz about navigating around the industry as an independent artist, live shows, recent projects, influences, favourite rappers, coming through in the Nottingham scene with the likes of Cappo and Scorzayzee, all night horror-thons, how to make a…
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On our first episode of 2022, the gang discuss the qualifying round of the #SHOTGUNTHEBARS competition and give their predictions for round 1. Head over to our Instagram account @shotguntheaux to follow the action! This episode features UK Hip Hop's favourite Canadian Dad @canadiandadreacts and beat maker extraordinaire @c.facts_the_evil_genius…
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In this episode we finally conclude on our joint top 4* UK rappers (there are 16 in total to avoid confusion). To add to the festive fun, head over to our Instagram @shotguntheaux to vote for your favourite in our head to head showdown. Oh and have a good Christmas and that. Safe. *In the episode we state top 10 which is a mistake as joint 10th-5th…
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AND WE'RE BACK! We recently asked you on Instagram to vote for who you think is the "greatest technical rapper from the UK". There was a very diverse response with many obvious choices, some not so obvious, and a few in between. After a bloody long hiatus, we are back to tackle the near impossible task of debating and categorising EVERY rapper in t…
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On our latest episode we catch up with UK Hip Hop legend Blade. Hailing from Iran, Blade moved to New Cross, London at the tender age of 7. During his formative years in the capital he would discover Hip Hop and become one with the definition of the word hustler. Boasting the innate hypothetical ability to hustle from one end of one high road to th…
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On this episode we catch up with Kashmere, Booda French and HPBLK aka Old Children and break down their incredibly dope new EP "Push Start". Old Children is latest multi-headed beast alliance of hip-hop minds HPBLK (HYPERBOLIC), Booda French and King Kashmere who takes the helm handling the production duties of the project. On Push Start; HPBLK and…
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Welcome to "Shotgun The Classics" where we revisit and breakdown some of our favourite underground Hip Hop albums. In this episode, we deep dive into "DettWork SouthEast" the debut full length album from UK Hip Hop legend Blak Twang aka Tony Rotten. Recorded in 1995, DettWork SouthEast was a defining moment within UK Hip Hop. Though never formally …
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Welcome to "Shotgun The Classics" where we revisit and breakdown some of our favourite Hip Hop albums. In this episode, we deep dive into "New Mic Order" the debut full length album from UK Hip Hop legends Task Force (brothers Chester P and Farma G) produced by the late great Mark B. Listen to "New Mic Order" on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/al…
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Welcome to "Shotgun The Classics" where we revisit and breakdown some of our favourite Hip Hop albums. In this episode, we take on the UK Hip Hop masterpiece that is "The Sagas Of..." by Hackney rapper Klashnekoff released in 2004 on Kemet records. Once again, DJ and producer Harry Love joined us to chat about producing "Parrowdice" and possibly on…
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Welcome to our brand new section - "Shotgun The Classics" (we couldn't come up with anything more original) where we revisit and breakdown some of our favourite Hip Hop albums. In this episode, we tackle the seminal UK Hip Hop classic "The Return Of The Drifter" by English rapper Jehst released in 2002 on Low Life Records. After revisiting the albu…
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On this episode we catch up to chat about our recent "SHOTGUN THE BARS" competition. Joining us to shoot the breeze is our first ever STB champion Lomax, runner up Blurred Thirst, judge and rapper Cosm, and judge and producer Big O. Even Jake made an appearance for this one...so you know it's about to get serious. We discuss the competition as a wh…
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On this episode we are joined by the incredibly talented singer/songwriter, musician and producer - Mac Lloyd. We chat to the Melancholic Soul King about his introduction to making music, working with Res One and Green Brick Records, WWF (again🤣), listening to the likes of Action Bronson, Danny Brown and Flatbush Zombies, Jonah Hill, and his forthc…
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On this episode we are joined by Essex born/LA based rap artist - Verses Bang. Currently residing in Hollywood, we chat to Verses about settling into life across the pond during the pandemic, his new EP "The New Normal?" (solely produced by fellow Troll Gang member Oozhe), the perception of UK rap music in the States, favourite wrestlers, his passi…
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On our first episode of 2021 we are joined by UK Hip Hop legend Ramson BadBonez. We chat to Ramson about his recent project - the Love Music EP, early influences in Hip Hop, 80s horror movies, the inspiration behind his alter egos Jason Bonez and Oscar the Slouch, meeting Task Force at 13 years old, business etiquette in rap and much more! We also …
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After the utter sh*t show 2020 turned out to be, we decided to jump on one final podcast to put the world to rights, whilst discussing some of our favourite Hip Hop albums and moments from the show. Tune in to find out if Jake bothered to turn up... Happy Holidays from Shotgun The AuxShotgun The Aux による
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On this episode we are joined by Bradford based rapper and Battle Rap legend - the one and only Lunar C. We chat to Lunar about his dope new project 'Pink Lagoon' with producer HashFinger, favourite UK rappers, Lockdown music videos, Twitter antics, Don't Flop (sorry not sorry) and much more! "Ease Up" video out now: https://youtu.be/7ADmudTxe_g Co…
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On our latest episode we are joined by our first ever guest from across the pond - Boston native, and legendary wordsmith REKS. We chat to Reks about his take on the 2020 pandemic, his incredible new album T.H.I.N.G.S, working with some of the dopest producers in the game (The Alchemist, Apollo Brown, DJ Premier, Nottz, Evidence to name a few), the…
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On our latest episode we are joined by Brighton based singer/songwriter, musician and producer - KIANVSLIFE. We chat to Kian about his introduction to music production, his appreciation of song composition, musical influences from Odd Future to Prince, why it's important to break free of the RnB blueprint and much more. This episode features the tr…
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On this episode we had the great pleasure of hosting one of the most influential Hip Hop artists to grace the UK - the legend that is Chester P Hackenbush. We chat to Chester about the current state of the nation, the adverse impact of social media on our collective consciousness, past and upcoming projects, his love of performing live shows, the t…
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On this episode we are joined by Croydon rap duo The Strange Neighbour & Big Toast aka 'TUFF BOYZ'. We chat to the boyz about founding the prolific UK Hip Hop record label Revorg Records, working with a multitude of talent from across the scene, their hilarious 2019 album 'Bat Night' (prod. Oliver Sudden), satirical music videos, early rap names, f…
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On this episode we are joined by founders of the Big Rap Cookbook - Scott "Booda" French and Samuel "Fatty" Hemingway. The Big Rap Cookbook was born out of the boy's shared passion for food references in rap, and features recipes from some of Hip Hop's leading MCs, DJs and Producers. We chat to the guys about how the Big Rap Cookbook was published,…
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On this episode we are joined by hosts of the Brick Sofa Podcast - Res One and DJ Rogue. We chat to Res and Rogue about the phases of lockdown, the divisive nature of the current political climate, the pros and cons of the Information Age, living in an echo chamber, new music, and much more. Subscribe to the Brick Sofa Podcast here: https://www.you…
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On this episode we are joined by London based rapper and stand up comedian - Joe Jacobs (aka Jester Jacobs). We chat to Joe about some of his most embarrassing standup stories, being inspired by the likes of Jack Dee and Jerry Sadowitz (who might have once threatened to kill him), the impact of PC culture on comedy, rap audiences vs comedy audience…
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On our latest episode we are joined by London based rap/production duo Summers Sons (brothers Slim and Turt) and keyboard player/vocalist C Tappin. We chat to the guys about projects past and new, touring with Children of Zeus, The Soulquarians, Dave Chappelle's Block Party, starting their new label "Lightworks", breaking down LoFi and much more. L…
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On this episode we are joined by The Last Elect - an exciting new Hip Hop collective from South London, consisting of producer and rapper duo C.Facts and C.O.N-Vers (Write 2 Speak) and newcomer Bxrbarian. We chat to The Last Elect about new music, original rap names, video shoots with Chester P, working with Parky, independent vs commercial music, …
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On this episode we are joined by the extremely talented Emily Catherine Illustration. Emily specializes in hand-drawn and hand-painted illustrations and artworks, and has worked with a multitude of Hip Hop artists from both sides of the pond, including names such as Your Old Droog, D Prince, Pharoahe Monch, Micall Parknsun, and Juga-Naut to name a …
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On this episode, we are joined by Kambi Thandi - host of the Crate 808 Podcast. Crate 808 is a 90s Hip Hop Podcast that regularly debate classic albums, and interview Hip Hop royalty - with past guests including DJ Premier, Pharoahe Monch, DJ Muggs, RA The Rugged Man, amongst other legends in the game. We chat to Kam about how Crate 808 rapidly evo…
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Louis Jack Bear Ray (aka Bear) and Tom each nominated one of their favourite 2020 projects for the other to listen to. Here, they discuss each project in a comprehensive track-by-track breakdown. Tom's choice was Alabama newcomer CHIKA with her eclectic EP 'Industry Games' followed by Bear's choice 'The Circus EP' from Mick Jenkins (coincidentally …
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On our latest episode, we are joined by UK veteran rapper and producer, hailing from South London: Manage. We chat to Mr Manage about his new project 'The Scrap Book EP', rapping from an early age, Speakers Corner @ Brixton Jamm, his classic UK Hip Hop record '(Live) In Protest', live sets with Caxton Press, the ultimate accolade from Chuck D, and …
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On our latest episode, we are joined by UK Hip Hop artist and co-founder of Hellfire Corner Records: Omus One. We chat to Omus and his manager (and Hellfire Corner Records co-founder) Amanda Murphy about the Hellfire Corner movement, inspiration behind the music, discovering UK Hip Hop through the likes of Chester P, the independent UK scene, favou…
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On our latest episode, we are joined by up and coming rapper and producer: MISTER GREEN. We chat to MISTER GREEN about his latest single TURTLE SANDPIT, energetic live shows, his approach to making music, favourite producers, Tyler The Creator, Vince Staples, and much more! TURTLE SANDPIT is out now on all good digital platforms. MISTER GREEN on In…
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On our latest episode, we are joined by UK Heavyweights: King Kashmere, Joker Starr, and Jazz T aka GAWD STATUS. We chat to GAWD STATUS about their psychedelic debut album "Firmamentum", the evolution of Hip Hop in the UK, the significance of visual media, influential producers, killing live shows, Receptor Records, Necro, Ramson BadBonez, future p…
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