So Far Gone? Drake's Place in Hip-Hop ft. Tyler McDowell-Blanken

02/10/23 • 108 min

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Today, Desmond is joined by 19 Media Group teammate and co-host of Gimmick Infringement Tyler McDowell-Blanken to help provide some insight on Drake's place in Hip-Hop. Together they share thoughts on the following:

First impressions of Drake
What makes Drake so polarizing
Why they have outgrown Drake
Where Drake stands in Hip-Hop vs. Rap
Drake's best work
Favorite Drake bar(s)

Enjoy! We appreciate and welcome any and all thoughts and support. All for the love of Hip-Hop on this side - Dez
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First impressions of Drake
What makes Drake so polarizing
Why they have outgrown Drake
Where Drake stands in Hip-Hop vs. Rap
Drake's best work
Favorite Drake bar(s)

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