Legendary producer Buckwild pulls up for an in-depth interview where nothing is off limits! He breaks down the exact moment he feels hip hop was destroyed, shares stories about unreleased Big L & Biggie verses, and gives insight into the game from a real pioneer’s perspective. To top it off, Saigon blesses the mic with a fire freestyle you don’t want to miss. Hosted by Da Inphamus Amadeuz on The Punchline Academy!
On this episode of Verses N’ Verdicts, hosted by Da Inphamus Amadeuz of Shade 45’s The Punchline Academy, we break down some of the hottest new boom bap records shaking up hip hop right now. From the return of Mobb Deep with Alchemist, to new fire from Dave East and Larry June, we give our honest verdicts on whether these records are hits or misses.
Verses & Verdicts is back with another powerful episode hosted by Da Inphamus Amadeuz of Shade 45’s The Punchline Academy. This week, we tap into the essence of raw hip hop with brand-new joints from Lil Fame of M.O.P, Queensbridge legend Tragedy Khadafi, the ever-consistent Saigon, production from the iconic Buckwild and much more.
This week we break down some heavy new drops in hip hop! First up, we dive into Termanology & Summit’s record featuring the legendary Method Man, bringing that raw East Coast energy. Then we get into not one, but *wo records featuring the same Raekwon verse and give our honest take on how it hits.
Has Politics Ruined Hip Hop? On this episode of The Punchline Academy on Shade 45, we open the phone lines to the people! Listeners call in to debate whether politics and gatekeeping have damaged hip hop culture, or if the game is just evolving with the times.
Pro Dillinger steps into The Punchline Academy on Shade 45 for an exclusive freestyle and interview with Da Inphamus Amadeuz! Known for his raw delivery and gritty lyricism, Pro Dillinger brings that unfiltered street energy straight to the mic. In this sit-down, he talks about his grind, the state of underground hip hop, and what’s next for his movement — then proves why his name is buzzing with a crazy freestyle packed with bars and punchlines.
One of NYC's up and coming brightest stars "Steph G" stops by to drop some bars on The Punchline Academy!
Mrs Cent spots by to talk that talk!
Lord Digga career spans over 3 decades! Today he tells all on The Punchline Academy
Reek Da Villian pulls up to The Punchline Academy to talk being featured on Ghostface new album, his split from Busta Rhymes & more on The Punchline Academy
Toronto emcee "Jin Keuli" pulls up to the show!
Buffalo artist "Needo Stacks" stops by to drop bars
Hip hop has always been built on chemistry — and nothing hits harder than a legendary rap duo. In this episode, we hit the phone lines and asked the callers to name the hip hop duos no one can F* with! From golden era classics to modern-day pairs, the culture had A LOT to say.
Over the past 2 decades "Street Heat TV" has changed the way fans have consumed music videos! Today they tell their story on The Punchline Academy!
One fo NYC's hottest young artist "Stunna Sandy" stops by The Punchline Academy!
D-Block stand up! Raw Buck {Bucky] stops by the show to drop bars on The Punchline Academy
Bx Stand Up! Uni G stops by The Punchline Academy
In this explosive segment of The Punchline Academy on Shade 45, Da Inphamus Amadeuz kicks off a debate hotter than a rim shot: Which rappers never dropped a wack verse in their entire careers? Listeners from across the country call in live to crown MCs known for lyrical excellence—and not a weak bar in sight.
Plus, hear surprising picks and throwbacks from Underground and era‑defining icons, as the Shade 45 audience discards contenders and stands behind the legends.
Raw fan passion + hip-hop knowledge on display. Viewers get a real‑time lesson in lyrical history, as listeners respectfully (and sometimes rowdy‑ly) defend MC conveyors of rap craftsmanship.
“Biggie always delivered—never even had a filler bar,” one caller says.
“I’ll take Jadakiss on any feature—I’ve yet to hear him drop a dud,” says another.
Whether you agree with them—or think someone else belongs in the conversation—this video delivers the debate Hip‑Hop heads live for.
Subscribe for more listener‑driven discussions, commentary and throwdown moments, every Wednesday at 9 PM EST / 6 PM PT on Shade 45, only on The Punchline Academy with Da Inphamus Amadeuz.
The baddie herself "Diamond The Body" stops by to talk her new single, being on Tv and more on Shade 45's "The Punchline Academy"
Long Island MC 'Black Horowitz" stops by the shoare to share his story and drop some bars on The Punchline Academy
