Season 3

July 28, 2021

Honorable Mention (Season III): (OB4CL) Only Built for Cuban Linx

The Season III Honorable Mention is the one and only purple tape in hip-hop: Only Built for Cuban Linx (OB4CL) by Raekwon the Chef! In this episode special guest @Kinfolk ThePlug joins Robb Diggie to discuss this iconic al…
June 23, 2021

The Notorious B.I.G.: The King of N.Y.C.

The New Golden Era's Season Finale features the one and only Biggie Smalls AKA The Notorious B.I.G. Many consider Biggie to be the greatest rapper of All-Time. He was beloved by his neighborhood, his borough, and hip-hop. Di…
June 16, 2021

Jay Z: Just so happens I know how to rap

Episode XIV of The New Golden Era takes us to Brooklyn, NYC where we find Shawn Carter AKA Jay Z. Jay Z is the most decorated MC in the history of hip-hop. His flow, wordplay, and persona place in the elite class of hip-hop …
June 9, 2021

DMX: The Dog

Episode XIII of The New Golden Era is about DMX: The Dog. DMX was one of most original MCs in the history of hip-hop. In this heartfelt episode newcomer Satisfy, Will B., and Robb Diggie talk about the life, legacy, and the …
May 26, 2021

Lauryn Hill: Hip-Hop Outside the Box!

Episode XII of The New Golden Era features Lauryn Hill: Hip-Hop Outside the box. One of the most beloved females in the history of music Lauryn Hill's music touched everyone. Whether its boom bap hip-hop to smooth R&B. She i…
May 19, 2021

Outkast: ATLanta got something to say!

Episode XI of The New Golden Era takes us on a trip to Diggie A-2's hometown of Atlanta, GA where the discussion leads to Outkast. Outkast is considered by most the greatest hip-hop duo in history. In this episode Diggie is …
May 15, 2021

Flesh-N-Bone: Past, Present, Future

In this Special Edition of The New Class Diggie A-2 sits down with a hip-hop legend: Flesh-N-Bone. Flesh along with Bone Thugs N Harmony changed the landscape of hip-hop forever. He talks with Diggie about life in his past, …
May 12, 2021

Missy Elliott: The Queen of Hip-Hop Creativity!!!

Episode X of the New Golden Era is all Missy Elliott: The Queen of Hip-Hop Creativity! Missy changed how we approached hip-hop and also changed how we listen to it. She is a stable of the culture and one of the best to ever …
May 5, 2021

Busta Rhymes: The King of Hip-Hop Creativity!

Episode IX features Busta Rhymes: The King of Hip-Hop Creativity. Busta Rhymes is one of the most celebrated and respected MCs in the history of hip-hop. His ability to be super creative and stay true to the essence of hip-h…
May 1, 2021

Tiffany J.: The Songstress

This episode of the New Class features Tiffany Johnson (AKA Tiffany J.)! She has never let anything stand in her way of achieving success as a singer-songwriter and actress. Tiffany J. got her start singing on the praise and…
April 28, 2021

Bone Thugs-N-Harmony: Putting Cleveland on the Hip-Hop Map!

Episode VIII takes us to Cleveland, OH which is the founding place of five rappers (Layzie, Krayzie, Flesh, Wish, and Bizzy) changed hip-hop forever! In this episode Diggie sits down with fan favorites 36-N-Brimstone to talk…
April 21, 2021

Lil Kim: The Black Erica Kane

Episode VII of the New Golden Era takes on a trip back to Brooklyn, NY with Kimberly Jones AKA Lil Kim: The Black Erica Kane! Lil Kim burst her way into hip-hop that we had never seen from a female before. A true trailblazer…
April 17, 2021

DISTRUCT: Giving the people what they want!

On this episode of the New Class, Diggie sits down with Distruct. A powerful MC that always gives the people what they want. Whether its hip-hop, hardcore, boom-bap, or even a little R&B. In this interview Distruct talks to …
April 14, 2021

Big Pun: Lyricism 101

Episode VI of The New Golden Era is about the late great Big Pun. In this episode we talk about Big Pun his ability to teach rappers Lyricism 101. Considered by most the greatest Latin rapper there ever was Big Pun was a hug…
April 7, 2021

Mobb Deep: #QGTM

Episode V of The New Golden Era features Havoc & Prodigy: Mobb Deep. Mobb Deep's catalog within The New Golden Era was unmatched. They were able to showcase the perfect blend of lyricism and production as a unique recipe for…
March 31, 2021

The Roots: The Best Band in Hip-Hop

Episode IV of The New Golden features The Roots: The Best Band in Hip-Hop. The Roots have been a huge part of the history and sound of hip-hop. Considered by most the best group in hip-hop history The Roots changed the lands…
March 24, 2021

Master P: The Colonel

Episode III of The New Golden Era features Master P: The Colonel. Master P is one of the most celebrated hip-hop entrepreneurs. His label No-Limit gave us some of the best rosters in hip-hop. Diggie is joined by the one and …
March 20, 2021

JAAE: The Return of Quiet Storm

JAAE is an up and coming indie artist with a unique style and sound. Coming off the success of his 2020 EP Leathers and Tattoos JAAE is separating himself from the rest of the pack in the music field. This is a must see/hear…
March 17, 2021

Twista: The Quick Flow Trendsetter!

Episode II of the New Golden Era features Twista! Twista is a true hip-hop pioneer and trendsetter with his fast pace style of hip-hop called "Choppa". Hailing from Chicago, IL Twista is a mainstay in hip-hop and paved the w…
March 10, 2021

8 Ball and MJG: Putting Memphis on the Hip-Hop Map!

Season III begins with a huge bang with the southern kings from Memphis: 8 Ball and MJG. These two have been a mainstay in hip-hop for decades and hip-hop has not been the same since! Diggie and Special Guest Scotty discuss …