The No Ceilings crew discuss everything from the impact of Kendrick Lamar's latest album, the evolution of hip hop, the importance of regional sounds and the representation of culture within the genre. They also touch on the dynamics of podcasting, Joe Budden’s role in shaping hip hop discourse, community engagement, the dynamics of West Coast and East Coast hip hop, exploring the cultural and sonic differences that define each region, the influential roles of Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg in shaping the sound of West Coast hip hop, as well as the potential for film to narrate the West Coast experience and more. Tune in and join the conversation in the socials below. 

Rate, subscribe, comment and share.

Follow NC on IG

@GlassesLoc

@Peter_Bas_Boss 

The No Ceilings crew discuss everything from the impact of Kendrick Lamar's latest album, the evolution of hip hop, the importance of regional sounds and the representation of culture within the genre. They also touch on the dynamics of podcasting, Joe Budden’s role in shaping hip hop discourse, community engagement, the dynamics of West Coast and East Coast hip hop, exploring the cultural and sonic differences that define each region, the influential roles of Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg in shaping the sound of West Coast hip hop, as well as the potential for film to narrate the West Coast experience and more. Tune in and join the conversation in the socials below. 
Rate, subscribe, comment and share.
Follow NC on IG
<a href="https://cms.megaphone.fm/organizations/a56e69ec-efda-11e7-bbd7-c3a8c0f9b6e6/podcasts/1b673678-29cc-11eb-b8c6-b77f9c1924f5/episodes/af2d4408-7eab-11ec-bb7b-fbd53da793e2/instagram.com/glassesloc">@GlassesLoc</a>
<a href="https://cms.megaphone.fm/organizations/a56e69ec-efda-11e7-bbd7-c3a8c0f9b6e6/podcasts/1b673678-29cc-11eb-b8c6-b77f9c1924f5/episodes/af2d4408-7eab-11ec-bb7b-fbd53da793e2/instagram.com/peter_bas_boss">@Peter_Bas_Boss </a>

No Ceilings is hosted by rapper, Crip gang member, and social pundit Glasses Malone with assistance from his co-host Peter Bas. Every week, the two discuss people and things that are despised, loathed, and generally unliked by mainstream society. From prostitutes and white supremacists to Satanists and rapist, No Ceilings examines and attempts to diagnose those things we have labeled as Pariahs. A lifestyle and culture podcast featuring conversations with the intent to sway the pendulum on one’s way of thinking. As individuals are culturally bound to experiences that result in different responses - No Ceilings tough discussions, typically from opposing sides, will break down life’s interpretations.

No Ceilings with Glasses Malone

BONUS EP* Conversations About The Hate West Coast Hip Hop Gets

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/e73c998e-6e60-432f-8610-ae210140c5b1/clips/3d453fde-a998-441d-b38c-b23800eb42e3/transcript

In this episode, Glasses Malone reflects on a conversation with A&R Don Dub about preparing upcoming music releases, revealing plans to prioritize the One 10 album for an August rollout while pushing the highly anticipated DJ Toomp project to later in the year due to a Hollywood commitment. Malone also breaks down how the traditional concept of “working a record” was built around vinyl sales and retail demand, arguing that the modern streaming era has fundamentally changed the music business, leaving many artists financially struggling despite their public image.

Malone shares candid insights from his own career, including his transition from street life to rap success, early label experiences with Cash Money Records, and lessons learned about music fundamentals from industry figures like DJ Head. Using examples like the marketing strategy behind “Tupac Must Die”, he emphasizes the need for artists to build direct-to-fan business models, leverage the information age, and embrace discomfort while chasing timeless albums and long-term success in today’s evolving hip-hop landscape.

 

Rate, subscribe, comment and share.

Follow NC on IG:

@GlassesLoc

In this episode, Glasses Malone reflects on a conversation with A&amp;R Don Dub about preparing upcoming music releases, revealing plans to prioritize the One 10 album for an August rollout while pushing the highly anticipated DJ Toomp project to later in the year due to a Hollywood commitment. Malone also breaks down how the traditional concept of &ldquo;working a record&rdquo; was built around vinyl sales and retail demand, arguing that the modern streaming era has fundamentally changed the music business, leaving many artists financially struggling despite their public image.
Malone shares candid insights from his own career, including his transition from street life to rap success, early label experiences with Cash Money Records, and lessons learned about music fundamentals from industry figures like DJ Head. Using examples like the marketing strategy behind &ldquo;Tupac Must Die&rdquo;, he emphasizes the need for artists to build direct-to-fan business models, leverage the information age, and embrace discomfort while chasing timeless albums and long-term success in today&rsquo;s evolving hip-hop landscape.
&nbsp;
Rate, subscribe, comment and share.
Follow NC on IG:
<a href="http://instsgram.com/GlassesLoc">@GlassesLoc</a>

Conversations Between You & I


https://api.omny.fm/orgs/e73c998e-6e60-432f-8610-ae210140c5b1/clips/032f36c1-08f7-4079-a138-b4090139a7d1/transcript

In this episode, Glasses Malone, joined by Trap Bradshaw, Lex Diamonds, and Jobs dive into the heated debate surrounding J. Cole’s apology and self-correction, questioning whether he was unfairly “demonized” or whether the real controversy was walking back tough talk only to re-enter competitive rap energy. The crew unpacks the role of audience pressure, marketing strategy, and authenticity in hip-hop, examining how artists like Kendrick Lamar and Drake navigate public perception, competition, and brand positioning in today’s culture-driven music landscape.

The conversation expands into live performance excellence, with praise for Tech N9ne and Scarface, before shifting into a provocative discussion about Snoop Dogg’s global cultural influence. One side argues that Snoop’s mainstream success softened and globalized gang imagery, while the counterpoint emphasizes that systemic conditions and audience demand drive fascination with street culture.

In this episode, Glasses Malone, joined by Trap Bradshaw, Lex Diamonds, and Jobs dive into the heated debate surrounding J. Cole&rsquo;s apology and self-correction, questioning whether he was unfairly &ldquo;demonized&rdquo; or whether the real controversy was walking back tough talk only to re-enter competitive rap energy. The crew unpacks the role of audience pressure, marketing strategy, and authenticity in hip-hop, examining how artists like Kendrick Lamar and Drake navigate public perception, competition, and brand positioning in today&rsquo;s culture-driven music landscape.
The conversation expands into live performance excellence, with praise for Tech N9ne and Scarface, before shifting into a provocative discussion about Snoop Dogg&rsquo;s global cultural influence. One side argues that Snoop&rsquo;s mainstream success softened and globalized gang imagery, while the counterpoint emphasizes that systemic conditions and audience demand drive fascination with street culture.

Conversation On Who’s To Blame

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/e73c998e-6e60-432f-8610-ae210140c5b1/clips/208c515a-e885-44c7-b2ea-b40200ff5565/transcript

In this episode of No Ceilings, Glasses Malone opens by addressing how his song “Tupac Must Die” was received, explaining that it was never meant as a personal attack and that he would have withheld it if people close to him—like Gonzo—had said it hurt them. He frames the record as a cultural hip hop expression that can make outsiders uncomfortable, then welcomes guests including RoseKiki Loko, Sega, Trap Bradshaw, Lex Diamonds, and Partee as the group revisits a recurring debate about whether hip hop is defined by regional “sounds” (West Coast, East Coast, South) and what people mean when they use terms like “ignorant” in conversation. 

The discussion turns into a detailed breakdown of funk’s origins and how it traveled through American music into hip hop, with arguments over sampling versus being influenced, and how G-funk became popularly associated with the West Coast through landmark records (including Dr. Dre’s work, The Chronic, and Doggystyle). Glasses challenges the idea that regions define sound, arguing that producers’ signatures—especially drum work—matter more, and that the best hip hop creators were chasing musicians (Leon Haywood, George Clinton, Donny Hathaway) rather than copying other rap records. The episode also detours into NBA comparisons centered on Steph Curry’s uniqueness and how imitation dilutes quality, then closes with commentary on 50 Cent’s escalating responses in the T.I. “Verzuz” conversation and a broader warning that hip hop is suffering from “copies of copies,” losing connection to its musical foundation and proper credit to producers.

Rate, subscribe, comment and share.

Follow NC on IG:

@GlassesLoc

@fleepartee

@lexmelek

@trap_bradshaw_gtkprs

@segamisfit

@lilkekeloco_the_original 

In this episode of No Ceilings, Glasses Malone opens by addressing how his song &ldquo;Tupac Must Die&rdquo; was received, explaining that it was never meant as a personal attack and that he would have withheld it if people close to him&mdash;like Gonzo&mdash;had said it hurt them. He frames the record as a cultural hip hop expression that can make outsiders uncomfortable, then welcomes guests including RoseKiki Loko, Sega, Trap Bradshaw, Lex Diamonds, and Partee as the group revisits a recurring debate about whether hip hop is defined by regional &ldquo;sounds&rdquo; (West Coast, East Coast, South) and what people mean when they use terms like &ldquo;ignorant&rdquo; in conversation.&nbsp;
The discussion turns into a detailed breakdown of funk&rsquo;s origins and how it traveled through American music into hip hop, with arguments over sampling versus being influenced, and how G-funk became popularly associated with the West Coast through landmark records (including Dr. Dre&rsquo;s work, The Chronic, and Doggystyle). Glasses challenges the idea that regions define sound, arguing that producers&rsquo; signatures&mdash;especially drum work&mdash;matter more, and that the best hip hop creators were chasing musicians (Leon Haywood, George Clinton, Donny Hathaway) rather than copying other rap records. The episode also detours into NBA comparisons centered on Steph Curry&rsquo;s uniqueness and how imitation dilutes quality, then closes with commentary on 50 Cent&rsquo;s escalating responses in the T.I. &ldquo;Verzuz&rdquo; conversation and a broader warning that hip hop is suffering from &ldquo;copies of copies,&rdquo; losing connection to its musical foundation and proper credit to producers.
Rate, subscribe, comment and share.
Follow NC on IG:
<a href="http://instsgram.com/GlassesLoc">@GlassesLoc</a>
@fleepartee
@lexmelek
@trap_bradshaw_gtkprs
@segamisfit
@lilkekeloco_the_original&nbsp;

 Last Conversation About Hip Hop Sounds (I Pray)


https://api.omny.fm/orgs/e73c998e-6e60-432f-8610-ae210140c5b1/clips/c63024fc-a4fa-427c-8976-b3fb010e5db0/transcript

BONUS EP* Conversations About The Hate West Coast Hip Hop Gets

In 1 playlist(s)

No Ceilings with Glasses Malone

Social links

Follow podcast

Recent clips